Ethan Underwood (born August 19, 2009) is an American soccer player who competes as a midfielder for Sporting JAX. A local talent from the Jacksonville/St. Johns area, Underwood came through the Sporting JAX Soccer Academy before signing an academy contract with the club’s USL Championship roster. Standing around 5’10”, he is a versatile midfielder capable of playing multiple roles across the middle of the field, with experience as a central midfielder, defensive midfielder, and attacking midfielder. His rise through the academy highlights Sporting JAX’s “Pathway to Pro” model, giving local players a direct route into the professional environment. Widely regarded as one of the club’s promising young talents, Underwood continues to build his profile as a Class of 2027 prospect with strong long-term potential.