Kevin Politz was a member of the US Soccer residency program at IMG Academy but had an unremarkable college career.
He attended college at Wake Forest University and played on the Demon Deacons soccer team for three seasons, making 72 appearances, scoring 3 goals and tallying 1 assist. In 2017, Politz was named an All-American and the ACC Defender of the Year. While in college, Politz appeared for Premier Development League side New York Red Bulls U-23. 
