Charleston Battery News Release - www.charlestonbattery.com

Thursday, November 1, 2007

CHARLESTON, SC -- Midfielder Stephen Armstrong has agreed to terms with the Charleston Battery and will return for the 2008 and 2009 USL First Division seasons. Armstrong enjoyed a stellar year with the Battery in 2007, leading the team with 11 goals and 2 assists for a total of 24 points; following the season Armstrong was named to the USL First Division All-League First Team.

Charleston Battery head coach, Mike Anhaeuser,

“It is always nice when you can re-sign a senior professional like Stephen; he has the capabilities of making a big difference both on and off the field. He has scored some tremendous goals for us and we look forward to him bringing more to Blackbaud Stadium over the next two years.”

Armstrong’s two-year Battery totals now include 19 goals with 3 assists (41 points) in 52 games played, elevating him to fifth all-time on the points list.

Prior to the Battery Armstrong played four years in Major League Soccer with DC United, the Kansas City Wizards and the Columbus Crew; his four-year MLS totals include 77 games played, with 8 goals and 6 assists.

A native of Birkenhead, UK, Armstrong, 5-10, 165 lbs, 31 yrs, was raised in South Africa and attended Butler University before turning pro.

The Charleston Battery will kick off its 16th season of pro soccer in March 2008; season ticket packages are on sale now starting at $120 (971-GOAL / www.charlestonbattery.com).

Charleston Battery Holiday Camp presented by Piggly Wiggly

The Charleston Battery will offer a three-day soccer camp at Blackbaud Stadium, Daniel Island, December 26-28; campers can attend full day (9-4) or half-day (9-12). All sessions will be held at Blackbaud Stadium with lunch served (full day only) in the Three Lions Club; to register your child or for more information please call (843) 971-GOAl or visit www.charlestonbattery.com.