Stephane Njike
Paris, France
LIU/Marshall
Forward
Before Maryland: Played collegiate soccer for Marshall and LIU. Played in 20 matches in 2024 with 19 starts. Finished season leading the LIU in goals (six), assists (five), and points (17). Picked up first collegiate goal and assists in season-opening 2-1 win over Stony Brook. Scored two goals on four shots on the road against Saint Francis. Scored a goal and had an assist in NCAA first round match against Maryland. Twice named NEC Rookie of the Week and NEC Prime Performer on Aug. 26 and Sept. 16. Went 80 or more minutes in 11 matches.
Personal: Played club soccer for FR Haguenau. Son of Tazanou Charlotte and Njike Gilbert. Has one sister, Rosie Laure Danielle. Born April 26, 2004.