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2024 Season

• Started six of the nine matches he appeared in registering 36 saves
• Earned his first collegiate victory against SUNY Delhi (9/7/24)
• Made a season-high nine saves against Bard College (8/31/24)

High School

• Jason played four years of soccer at Suffern

Personal

• Born March 13, 2006
• Son of Monica Moctezuma & Francisco Vela
• Brother of Morelia
• Electrical Engineering Technology major

Fun Facts
What is a little-known fact about yourself? My dad played professional baseball in Mexico and I’m fluent in Spanish. I met my idol Guillermo Ochoa in Philadelphia at Subaru Park after the game America vs Philadelphia Union. I streaked the field and got a picture with him then went viral for looking just like him.
Who is your personal hero/idol and why? Guillermo Ocha.  He’s been my idol ever since the 2014 World Cup after his game against Brazil. I wanted to become a goalie and make those insane saves just like him.
Favorite Sports Team: Club America/New York Yankees
Favorite Professional Athlete: Guillermo Ochoa/Randy Arozarena
Favorite Food: My Moms Chicken Cutlet and Rice with corn
Favorite Song: Viva la Vida by Coldplay
Favorite Music Artist: Lil Baby
Favorite Movie: Project X
Favorite Sports Movie: Remember the Titans
Why did you choose SUNY Canton: I chose SUNY Canton because it gave me the chance to continue playing soccer and pursue a career in Electrical Engineering
What do you like most about SUNY Canton: I liked The Roo House and its amazing facilities as well as the distance away from home.
What do you like most about your sports team/coach at SUNY Canton: I like how the team is very connected and has a tight bond as well as Coach Penrod and his love for the game and coaching.