LEXINGTON, Ky. – Lexington SC announced on Tuesday it had signed forward Marcus Epps to a new multi-year contract ahead of the 2026 USL Championship season. The transaction is pending league and federation approval.

Lexington’s captain in the past campaign, Epps recorded six goals across all competitions, and his four assists were tied for the second-most on the squad. Primarily stationed on the left wing, Epps also ranked third in chances created (28) and finished in the top four in shots (24), shots on target (12), appearances (29) and minutes (2,296).

“I’m very excited to be returning to Lexington SC,” said Epps. “I truly believe this club can and will bring something special to this city, and I’m happy to be a part of that mission. I can’t wait to get back on the field and give my all to produce success and exciting soccer for our amazing fans and city.”

Epps’ professional career began in 2017 when he was selected 25th overall by the Philadelphia Union in the Major League Soccer SuperDraft. He went on to make 35 MLS appearances between the Union (2017–18) and New York Red Bulls (2019), scoring three goals across his time in the league.

Now entering his 10th season in the USL Championship, the Mississippi native has amassed 39 goals and 28 assists in more than 17,000 minutes of action. Epps has also found the net four times in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, Jägermeister Cup and USL Championship Playoffs over his career.