Knight was one of 64 distinguished collegiate players to be invited to the Major League Soccer Combine.

He was just the second player from the College of Charleston to be invited since the MLS's existence, behind former standout defender Drew Cavanagh in 2005.

During his college years Knight also played for the Bradenton Academics in the USL Premier Development League.

Three days later, Knight made his first league start and earned his first USL-1 point when he assisted on Marco Reda's goal during Vancouver's 1–1 draw at Austin Aztex.

[6] Ahead of the 2015 season, Knight joined the Carolina RailHawks and started in their first game, a 3–1 win over Ottawa.