Baden Wandling

Position:
Defender
Height:
5-11
Class:
Sophomore
Hometown:
Clark, N.J.
Prev School:
Grand Canyon University
High School:
St. Benedicts Prep School

2025 (GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY): Appeared in two games, making one start…had a goal, one shot, and one shot on goal with 104 minutes played.

HIGH SCHOOL: Attended St. Benedict’s Prep in Newark, New Jersey…named United Soccer Coaches Scholar All-American in July of 2025…totaled 20 goals and 19 assists in three seasons…was a part of the 2024 squad that was the number one ranked team in the country via United Soccer Coaches and NJ.com…two-time national champion and three-time New Jersey state champion…earned First Team All-State, All-Region, and All-County honors during his senior season…named Essex County Scholar Athlete of the Year…earned honor roll recognition all four years of high school…played for Cedar Stars Academy club team in Teaneck, New Jersey…a whole-career starter…two-time MLS Next Cup Finalist and E64 National Champion.

PERSONAL: Son of Diana and Jim Wandling…has three sisters, Mya, Gabby, and Haley…father played men’s soccer at St. Peter’s University and Rutgers University…favorite team is Manchester United…favorite athletes include Trent Alexander-Arnold, Anthony Edwards, and Lamine Yamal…enjoys listening to music, watching the Premier League, and playing pickleball…has competed internationally, including a tournament in Denmark…is the only male born into his mother’s side of the family for at least three generations.