CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Former University of Charleston standout Rob Vincent has been acquired on a permanent transfer from Pittsburgh Riverhounds to Major League Soccer's D.C. United.
 
The Liverpool, England native made a total of 88 appearances and tallied 28 goals in all competitions during his three years in Pittsburgh, where he led the Riverhounds in minutes played as well as overall points.  Prior to his USL Pro campaign, Rob led the Golden Eagles to historic heights, which included him tallying a total of 36 career goals and 25 assists, helping lead the Golden Eagles reach their first ever Elite 8 appearance in 2009.
 
UC Men's Soccer Head Coach, Chris Grassie:
"We wish Robbie all the best in his career with D.C. United and in the MLS. I know Robbie will be a huge hit with D.C. Robbie has been one of the poster-boys for our program here, and someone who lived his life and trained everyday at UC in a professional manner in order to make the career he has. Any young players aspiring to the same level should look at Robbie and see the blueprint for success. He's someone I respect immensely, and I couldn't be happier for his achievements."
 
Vincent  spent time training with Professional clubs (Everton and Crewe Alexandra) as a youth from 1997-2000 and 2000-2005, respectively.  Unfortunately, due to injuries Vincent's professional aspirations were not yet achieved and at the end of his youth contact in 2009, he decided to move to the United States to continue his playing career.  Shortly after arriving to the United States, Vincent made a direct impact at UC where he was named WVIAC Freshman of Year, as well as being a third team All-American.  Vincent would later go on to lead the Golden Eagles to four consecutive conference championships and 3 straight NCAA tournament berths.  Vincent would end his career as one of UC's most decorated players, including:
 
4 time All-American :
-          First All-American (1^st team) in University of Charleston History.
 
2 time WVIAC Player of the year (2010, 2012)
 
WVIAC Freshman of the year (2009)
 
15^th in the nation in assists
 
4 Consecutive Conference Titles
 
3 NCAA Tournament Appearances 
 
Team Captain 
 
 
Vincent and D.C. United kick their season off on Feb. 23 when they travel to Mexico for the first leg of the CONCACAF Champions League quarterfinal tie against Queretaro F.C.