Wisconsin Badgers

Patyrk Stechnij arrives in Madison from Chicago Fire FC II of MLS NEXT Pro and with international experience on his resume. Stechnij made his MLS NEXT Pro debut for Chicago Fire FC II against FC Cincinnati in July 2024 and earned his first start in October 2024 during the playoffs. He made his first international start against Belgium in April 2022 in a 3-2 victory.
 
The goalkeeper made his first national team appearance at the U-15 level, playing with the U.S. Men’s Youth National Team in the Torneo delle Nazioni in Italy. The squad won its group, before going on to a fourth-place finish. He also earned an invite to the U-16 U.S. Men’s National Youth National Team for a domestic camp in Chula Vista, California, in 2022. Stechnij also attended the 2023 Poland National Team ID Camp.
 
Why Wisconsin?
“I chose Wisconsin because of the competitive program, strong team culture and the opportunity to grow both athletically and academically at a top tier.”