Florie was also a member of the United States men's national soccer team at the 1930 and 1934 FIFA World Cup.

Born in New Jersey to Italian immigrant parents, Florie played soccer as a youth, but service in the Navy during World War I delayed the start of his career.

but, the team only lasted the spring season before merging with the New York Yankees to become New Bedford Whalers III.

In 1932, the Whalers defeated Stix, Baer and Fuller F.C., 8–5 on aggregate in the National Challenge Cup final.

In 1934, Florie was on the losing side in the National Challenge Cup when the Rangers fell to Stix, Baer and Fuller in three games.