5'10" (178 cm) | Right Foot | Available for Professional Opportunities

Player Summary

Joe DiPreta is an American right back known for his versatility, consistency, and ability to contribute on both sides of the ball. Naturally right-footed but comfortable using either foot, Joe is capable of playing as a right back, left back, or central midfielder. His combination of technical quality, tactical intelligence, and relentless work rate has allowed him to succeed across NCAA Division I soccer, USL League Two, and professional football in Germany. After earning a regular starting role during his time with FCA Darmstadt, Joe returned to Hudson Valley Hammers where he has continued to make an impact in the final third while providing dependable defensive play.

Player Snapshot

Date of Birth: January 4, 2004

Height: 5'10" (178 cm)

Weight1: 60 lbs (72 kg)

Preferred Foot: Right

Primary Position: Right Back

Secondary Positions: Left Back, Central Midfielder

Nationality: United States

Current Club: Hudson Valley Hammers

Status: Available for Professional Opportunities

Professional Experience

Hudson Valley Hammers

May 2026 – Present

USL League Two

• 10 Matches

• 1 Goal

• 3 Assists

Returned to Hudson Valley following his professional season in Germany, quickly re-establishing himself as an important contributor from the right side while helping the club compete for another USL League Two playoff berth.

FCA Darmstadt

July 2025 – December 2025

Germany

• 15 Starts

• 3 Assists

Earned a starting role shortly after arriving in Germany, demonstrating consistency, defensive reliability, and attacking quality from the fullback position throughout the season.

Hudson Valley Hammers

2023 – 2025

USL League Two

• 40 Appearances

• 2,300+ Minutes

• 3 Goals

• 5 Assists

• Two USL League Two National Playoff Berths

Established himself as one of the club's most reliable defenders while contributing regularly in attack.

New York Shockers

2024

U.S. Open Cup

Appeared against Hartford Athletic in U.S. Open Cup competition.

Blackwatch Rush

2022

USL League Two

• 662 Minutes

• 2 Assists

Recognized as the USL League Two Young Player of the Year following an impressive debut season.

Collegiate Career

Siena University

NCAA Division I

2024

• 18 Appearances

• 17 Starts

• 906 Minutes

• 1 Goal

• 1 Assist

SUNY New Paltz

NCAA Division III

2021–2023

• 50 Appearances

• 50 Starts

• 3,622 Minutes

• Team Captain

• 14 Goals

• 14 Assists

Honors

• USC All-Region III Second Team

• All-SUNYAC First Team

• SUNYAC Rookie of the Year

• All-SUNYAC Second Team