John returns to USL-1 in Miami
T&T international joins Blues after four years in MLS
Miami FC officially welcomed today three new players to its roster for the remainder of the 2008 season. The signings included two defenders and a goalkeeper; likely to strengthen the team’s defense debilitated by recent injuries. Perhaps the most significant signing of the trio is defender Avery John, the Trinidad and Tobago National who spent the last four years playing for the New England Revolution of MLS. 
Tarley returns to Minnesota
Greenfield joins Thunder from the MISL
The Minnesota Thunder announced today the signing of forward Melvin Tarley, pending international clearance. Also, defender John Greenfield has rejoined the team on loan from the Detroit Ignition of the Major Indoor Soccer League.
Tomlinson returns for Sounders
Seattle also signs Kante
The Seattle Sounders announce today the signings of Youssouf Kante and Craig Tomlinson, pending international clearance, for the 2008 season. This year will be Tomlinson’s eighth season with the Sounders and it will be Kante’s first with the team.
Thunder add pair from Montreal
Moojen, Arango move to Minnesota for 2008
The Minnesota Thunder announced today the signing of Brazilian forward Frederico Moojen and Colombian/Canadian defender Andres Arango, pending approval. Both players played for the Montreal Impact during the 2007 season and should be eligible to play in this week’s season opener in Portland.
Portland ink pair from New Zealand
Solomon Islands international latest addition
The Portland Timbers have signed midfielder Bryan Little and Solomon Islands international Benjamin Totori for the 2008 season, it was announced pending USSF and international clearance. Little joins the Timbers from Auckland City FC of the New Zealand Football Championship, where he was the team’s leading scorer through early April. Totori is a member of the Solomon Islands National Team.
Rhinos sign foreign trio
Club adds Atiba, Reyes and Milward
Rochester Rhinos President and General Manager Matthew Ford announced today that club has signed Trinidad and Tobago Defender David Atiba Charles to the roster along with Ecuadorian defender/midfielder Juan Pablo Reyes and Canadian forward Evan Milward.
Carolina signs four as season nears
The Carolina RailHawks announced today that the following players will join the roster for the 2008 USL-1 season. Midfielders Chris Lemons, David Lilly and Ross Mackenzie, as well as versatile midfielder/forward Nathan Zuzga will don a RailHawks jersey this season.
Timbers re-sign Griffin
Four defensive starters all now re-signed for 2008
The Portland Timbers announced today the club has re-signed defender Leonard Griffin for the 2008 season pending USSF approval. In 2007, Griffin was a member of the Timbers backline that led the league in several categories and set new modern-franchise records.
Vancouver adds another from DC
Former Carolina Dynamo midfielder Moose signs
Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced today the signing of midfielder Justin Moose. Moose, who has spent the last two years with D.C. United of Major League Soccer (MLS), has agreed to a one-year contract - plus an option. Moose joins goalkeeper Jay Nolly and forward Nick Addlery as former D.C. United players who have signed for the Whitecaps this season.
Galaxy loan Timbers young duo
The Portland Timbers and Major League Soccer’s Los Angeles Galaxy announced today the Timbers have acquired Galaxy defender Scott Bolkan and midfielder Vardan Azdemian on loan for the 2008 season. The transaction is pending USSF approval.
Miami adds Barrett to attack
Following a preseason 2-0 victory over Barry University, Miami FC announced the addition of former Harbour View striker Sean Barrett, who also played collegiately at Florida International University and the University of Rhode Island.
Miami inks Saunders from Islanders
Miami FC announced that it will be entrusting 27-year-old former Puerto Rican Islander Josh Saunders with its goalkeeping duties for the 2008 season. The news was officially released to the public Thursday on the premiere of “El Show del Miami Fútbol Club,” a Spanish language program featured on Radio Caracol 1260 AM that covers all news and updates regarding the club.
Montreal adds foreign duo
Fillipone honored as a Builder
The Montreal Impact has officially presented the 24 players of its 2008 roster, Tuesday, at the Touristic Hall of the Olympic Stadium, during their annual pre-season banquet. During this occasion, the team announced that it had signed two more players, Brazilian forward Severino Jefferson and French defender Cédric Joqueviel for the 2008 season, pending the league’s approval.
Atlanta adds Chevalier, Monteiro
The Silverbacks continue to make roster moves in preparation for the 2008 USL1 season. Former Silverback midfielder/defender Greg Chevalier rejoins the club, along with newly acquired midfielder/forward Jerson Monteiro.
Rhinos bolster squad with three
Roberto, Kreamalmeyer and Fitzgerald head to Rochester
Rochester Rhinos President and General Manager Matthew Ford announced today that club has added midfielders Ze Roberto, Luke Kreamalmeyer and Leslie “Tiger” Fitzpatrick to its roster for the 2008 season. All contracts are subject to USL and USSF approval.
Dallas loan Burse to Timbers
The Portland Timbers announced today the club has finalized a loan agreement with Major League Soccer’s FC Dallas to acquire goalkeeper Ray Burse for the 2008 season. Burse appeared in six matches for Dallas last season.
Miami adds Goldberg to midfield
Miami FC announced the addition of New Jersey born midfielder Jarryd Goldberg to its 2008 roster. The two-time Big East Rookie of the Week and 2007 Pan American Maccabi Games Gold Medalist is expected to bring an outstanding amount of youthful enthusiasm to the team’s offensive efforts this season.
Battery bring on two islanders
City Islander and Cuban defector latest additions
The Charleston Battery has signed former Cuban national team midfielder Osvaldo Alonso for the upcoming USL First Division season. The Battery has also agreed to terms with defender Tim Velten who comes to Charleston from the Harrisburg City Islanders (USL2). Both players sign pending USSF approval.
Miami adds Brazilian striker
Miami FC announced the exciting new signing of Brazilian striker Alex Alfonso. The 27 year old forward is currently one of the top 5 leading goal scorers in the First Division São Paulo Championship, which is considered to be the biggest and most competitive Brazilian regional league. Alfonso’s arrival could not come at a better time for the club, which’s season opener is less than 10 days away on April 12th.
Impact add three as season nears
A few days before officially kicking off its 15th regular season in club history, the Montreal Impact announced, Monday, that midfielder Pato Aguilera, defender Stefano Pesoli and forward Dwight Barnett came to terms with the club.
Minnesota re-signs Friedland
Club adds Van Oekel, brings back Kallman
The Minnesota Thunder announced that defender Kevin Friedland has returned to the Thunder under a one year contract with a two year option. The year 2008 will mark Friedland’s fifth year with the Thunder. In addition, the Thunder have come to terms with rookie goalkeeper Matt Van Oekel. Brian Kallman, who was with the Thunder in 2006, has also rejoined the team, pending federation approval.
Rhinos add Melia in goal
The Rochester Rhinos announced today that the club has signed goalkeeper Tim Melia to a one-year deal with a one-year option for the 2009 season.
Whitecaps send Forko to Norway
Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced today that they have transferred defender Willis Forko to FK BodØ/Glimt of the Tippeliaen – Norway’s premier league - for an undisclosed amount.
Timbers sign Japan's Suzuki
Veteran Japanese international has 55 caps
The Portland Timbers announced today the club has signed Japanese forward and 2002 World Cup participant Takayuki Suzuki for the 2008 season. Suzuki has made 55 appearances and scored 11 goals as a member of Japan’s National Team and is considered the club’s most significant signing since joining United Soccer Leagues in 2001.
Rhinos add Guppy in dual role
The Rochester Rhinos announced today that Stephen Guppy has been named the player/assistant coach of the United Soccer Leagues First Division club. Guppy joins former Rhino and new head coach Darren Tilley on the bench as Rochester enters its 13th season of professional soccer.
Timbers re-sign Justin Thompson
Portland transfers Wicks, Jordan to Galaxy
The Portland Timbers have re-signed defender Justin Thompson for the 2008 season, it was announced pending USSF approval. A member of the Timbers’ record-setting defensive unit in 2007.. The club also announced that goalkeeper Josh Wicks and forward Bryan Jordan have been transferred to Major League Soccer’s Los Angeles Galaxy.
Sounders re-sign Gardner
Starting 11 from championship all returning for 2008
The Seattle Sounders announce today the re-signing of midfielder Josh Gardner for the 2008 season. The signing of Gardner completes the return of the starting eleven from the side that won the 2007 USL-1 championship. The 2008 season will be Gardner’s second with the club after three years with the LA Galaxy of MLS.
Silverbacks sign four newcomers
Atlanta nabs Knox from champion Sounders
The Silverbacks added considerable depth and experience with the signing of four players this week. Georgia products Blake Camp and Zach Kirby, USL veteran Nathan Knox, and rookie Andre Sherard signed contracts for 2008, pending USSF approval.
Vancouver re-signs Sebrango
Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced today the re-signing of striker Eduardo Sebrango to a one-year contract. Sebrango, a nine-year veteran of the United Soccer Leagues First Division (USL-1), will be returning for his fourth year in Vancouver.
Carolina nabs rookie Nunez
Chris Carrieri announces retirement
The Carolina RailHawks have signed forward Martin Nuñez to a one year deal for the 2008 season. He left Georgia Perimeter College after one year to pursue a pro career and was drafted by Miami FC in the second round of the 2007 USL College Player Draft but never signed. In 2008 Nuñez was offered a MLS contract with the New York, but opted to play for the RailHawks.
Minnesota signs Tighe Dombrowski
The Minnesota Thunder announced that Tighe Dombrowski has agreed to a one year contract with a two year option that could keep him in Minnesota through 2010. Dombrowski returns to the Thunder after playing two years for IK Sirius in Sweden.
Rhinos loan Palguta short-term
Loan keeps defender with Red Bulls through Carolina Challenge Cup
Rochester Raging Rhinos Executive Vice President Matthew Ford announced today that the team has loaned defender Scott Palguta to the New York Red Bulls of Major League Soccer.
Carolina adds Levey at goalkeeper
The Carolina RailHawks announced today they have reached an agreement with Brian Levey to be the second goalkeeper for the 2008 season. Levey was drafted by the Atlanta Silverbacks in 2007 with the sixth overall pick but spent the 2007 season with the New Hampshire Phantoms of the USL Second Division.
Miami adds pair of Brazilians
Young midfield duo expected to bolster offense
Very exciting news coming out of Miami FC today as the club officially announced the signing of two playmakers, Cauê Santos da Mata (“Cauê”) and Leandro Bispo de Souza (“Mineiro”); both midfielders hailing from Brazil. The move is part of an effort to beef up offensive production under new head coach and World Cup Champion Zinho.
Cann, Kambere return to Whitecaps
Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced that they have re-signed defenders Adrian Cann and Diaz Kambere. Cann and Kambere have agreed to one-year contracts, plus an option. The Canadian Soccer Association also announced that Kambere has been named to Canada’s U-23 Olympic qualifying roster.
'Caps sign J-League veteran Hirano
Japanese international crosses Pacific after 15-year J1 career
Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced the signing of former J-League and FIFA World Cup midfielder Takashi Hirano. Hirano has agreed to a one-year contract, plus an option. The midfielder won the Emperor’s Cup competition with Nagoya in both the 1995 and 1999 seasons, and the Japanese Super Cup in 1996. In 1997, Hirano was part of the Grampus side that reached the final of the Asian Cup Winners Cup.
RailHawks sign Honduran Perdomo
The Carolina RailHawks have come to terms with Honduran native defender Richard Perdomo. He joins the RailHawks from Mercer University where he was captain of the Bears his junior and senior year tallying six shots in 31 games played. Perdomo is also on the radar screen of the Honduran Soccer Federation having trained with the Honduran National Team during the Gold Cup in Miami in 2005.
Minnesota adds Sanchez
Thunder also add Moran and Altman
The Minnesota Thunder announced that pending league and federation approval, Mexican midfielder Ricardo Sanchez has agreed to a one-year contract with a two year option. Sanchez comes to Minnesota from the now defunct California Victory. The 2007 season was Sanchez’s first in the United Soccer Leagues.
Battery ink ex-Cuban international
Charleston also adds PDL All-Leaguer Patterson
The Charleston Battery has signed Cuban forward Lester Moré for the 2008 USL First Division season. Moré, who defected from the Cuban National Team last July during the 2007 Gold Cup, is the all-time leading goalscorer for Cuba and made his debut for the National Team at the age of 16. The Battery has also signed forward Randi Patterson, an All-League selection with the Carolina Dynamo in 2006.
Timbers sign Ivory Coast's Oka
New addition former youth international
The Portland Timbers have signed midfielder Arsene Oka for the 2008 season, it was announced today. Oka, a former Ivory Coast youth international, played for the New England Revolution of Major League Soccer in 2007.
Curfman returns to Carolina
RailHawks sign former MLS midfielder
The Carolina RailHawks announced today they have come to an agreement with midfielder Steven Curfman, a Raleigh native, who will join the team for the 2008 season. Curfman comes to the RailHawks by way of Real Salt Lake of Major League Soccer where he spent his rookie season after being selected 30th overall in the 2007 MLS SuperDraft.
Reda returns to USL-1 with Battery
The Charleston Battery has signed Canadian national team defender Marco Reda for the 2008 USL First Division season. Reda comes to the Battery from MLS’s Toronto F.C. Reda has won seven caps for Canada and played in the 1-0 win versus Martinique in January. In addition to Toronto F.C. Reda has also played for Aalborg (Denmark), Sogndal Fotball Club (Norway) and the Toronto Lynx (USL-1). Reda signs pending USSF approval and international clearance.
Worthen re-ups with RailHawks
The Carolina RailHawks announced today that Joey Worthen has signed a contract extension with the Carolina RailHawks. The deal will see Worthen wear his orange jersey through the 2008 season.
Caps add pair from MLS
Djekanovic returns to Vancouver after year in Toronto
Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced today the signings of goalkeeper Srdjan ‘Serge’ Djekanovic and defender Willis Forko. Djekanovic and Forko have both agreed to one-year contracts. Djekanovic, who was transferred to Toronto FC last April, played the previous two seasons in Vancouver.
Timbers add James for back-up
The Portland Timbers have signed goalkeeper Jordan James for the 2008 season, it was announced. James was a member of Major League Soccer’s Houston Dynamo in 2007. In 2006, James recorded a breakout season with the USL Second Division’s Cincinnati Kings, with whom he was an All-League Second-Team selection.
Eylander re-signs with Sounders
The Seattle Sounders have re-signed Chris Eylander, the starting goalkeeper from the 2007 USL First Division championship team. Eylander will be in his third year with the club.
Battery re-sign Hudock
Club also adds Bell from Wilmington
The Charleston Battery has agreed to terms with goalkeeper Dusty Hudock for the 2008 season. Hudock is the Battery’s all-time leader in games started (231), he has played eight seasons for the Charleston Battery and was a member of Charleston’s 2003 USL First Division Championship winning team.
Whitecaps add three rookies
Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced today the signings of defender Luca Bellisomo, midfielder Mason Webb and forward Nick Webb. Bellisomo and the Webb brothers have agreed to one-year contracts, plus an option.
Miami adds Venezuelan champion
Galavis returns to native US again
Miami FC announced the signing of 26-year-old midfielder/forward Juan Pablo Galavis for the 2008 USL-1 season. Galavis was invited to participate in the 2008 Miami FC final tryouts and greatly impressed Miami FC’s coaching staff.
Paye returns to Thunder
The Minnesota Thunder announced today that forward Aaron Paye has signed for the 2008 season pending USSF approval. The contract sees Paye enter his fifth season with the club. Paye has signed a one year contract with two option years.
Miami re-signs Dias for defense
Miami FC announced today that defender Cristiano Dias will return to Miami FC for the 2008 season. The Brazilian player has signed a new three-year contract, pending USSF approval and international clearance.
Wilson making return to Charleston
Battery also bring in MLS defender Stewart
The Charleston Battery has agreed to terms with veteran defender John Wilson. Wilson started his pro career with the Battery in 1999 and was a member of the 2003 Championship winning side. He went on to play for the Rochester Raging Rhinos and then MLS’ DC United. The Battery has also signed three-year MLS defender Jack Stewart. Both players sign pending USSF approval.
Champion Sounders re-sign six
Club also picks up options on eight others
The four-time champion Seattle Sounders announced the re-signing of six players from the 2007 campaign. The Sounders have agreed to contracts with Danny Jackson, Taylor Graham, Roger Levesque, Leighton O’Brien, Hugo Alcaraz-Cuellar, and Kenji Treschuk as they look to defend the USL First Division championship this season.
Thunder add pair to roster
DC's deRoux and a New Zealand international on board
The Minnesota Thunder announced today the signing of Jamaican native, Stephen deRoux, pending USSF approval, and New Zealand International, Andrew Barron, pending USSF approval and international clearance. Deroux has spent the last three seasons with DC United of Major League Soccer while Barron has played for Team Wellington and Canterbury United of the New Zealand Football Championship.
Thunder re-sign Platter, Weiler
The Minnesota Thunder announced that starting goalkeeper Nic Platter and midfielder Dale Weiler will return to the Thunder for the 2008 season. Each player has signed a one year contract with two option years.
'Backs sign Bolton from Rhinos
The Atlanta Silverbacks signed midfielder/defender Josh Bolton for the 2008 season. Bolton, 24, joins the Silverbacks after two seasons under contract with the Rochester Raging Rhinos.
Timbers re-sign Wicks
The Portland Timbers announced today that goalkeeper Josh Wicks will return for the 2008 season – his second with the club. After a breakout performance with the Timbers last season, Wicks was named the 2007 USL First Division Goalkeeper of the Year.
Marcina moves to Minnesota
The Minnesota Thunder announced today that it has signed former USL First Division All-League forward Alen Marcina, pending USSF approval and international clearance. The Canadian born forward most recently played with the Vancouver Whitecaps during the 2007 season. Marcina has signed a one year contract with two option years.
Charleston adds two newcomers
The Charleston Battery has agreed to terms with two players for the upcoming USL First Division season. Forward Darren Spicer comes to Charleston after spending his rookie season with the Minnesota Thunder. Midfielder Nate Norman was a member of the USL 2 Cleveland City Stars in 2007 but missed the majority of the season through injury; both players are signed pending USSF approval.
Caps add Jarun, re-sign Valente
Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced today the signing of United Soccer Leagues First Division (USL-1) veteran defender Omar Jarun and re-signing of midfielder Alfredo Valente. Jarun and Valente have both agreed to one-year contracts, plus an option.
Vancouver adds pair of rookies
Whitecaps add Wheeler, former Bolivian youth international
Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced today the signing of midfielder Vicente Arze and striker Andrew Wheeler, pending international clearance. Arze and Wheeler have both agreed to one-year contracts, plus an option.
Rhinos sign All-Leaguer Salles
Loera re-signed, Bertz off to Germany
Rochester Raging Rhinos Executive Vice President Matthew Ford announced today that the team has signed striker Mauricio Salles to a two-year deal. The Rhinos are taking Salles on loan from the New Jersey Ironmen of the Major Indoor Soccer League. The contract is pending U.S. Soccer Federation approval.
Whitecaps sign duo from DC
Nolly and Addlery headed to Vancouver
Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced today the signing of goalkeeper Jay Nolly and striker Nicholas Addlery, pending international clearance. Nolly and Addlery, who were both members of Major League Soccer (MLS) side D.C. United in 2007, have agreed to a one-year contract, plus an option.
Timbers sign RSL's Chris Brown
Brown moves to Portland after nine years in MLS
The Portland Timbers signed veteran forward Chris Brown to a two-year deal through the 2009 season, it was announced today. Brown, a Portland native, has recorded 27 goals and 13 assists in 197 matches over the past nine seasons in Major League Soccer.
Minnesota inks Luchi Gonzalez
Miami strikers signs three-year deal with Thunder
The Minnesota Thunder announced today that is has signed forward Luchi Gonzalez to a three year contract, pending US Soccer approval. Gonzalez, the former sixth overall pick in the 2002 Major League Soccer draft, brings international, MLS, and USL First Division experience to the Thunder.
Portland re-sign Higgins, Ready
The Portland Timbers today announced the club has re-signed midfielders Shaun Higgins and Troy Ready for the 2008 season. Both Higgins and Ready return to Portland for a third season with the Timbers.
Braz returns to Impact
Montreal re-signs Brown
Defender Adam Braz will be back with the Impact in 2008, after playing the last season with the Toronto FC, in the Major League Soccer (MLS). Braz has accepted a two-year deal, pending the league’s approval. Forward Roberto Brown has also come to terms with the Impact for the 2008 season and an option year in 2009.
Whitecaps re-sign Nash
Veteran midfielder signs two-year deal
Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced today that they have re-signed veteran midfielder Martin Nash. Nash, who will be entering his eighth season with the club, has agreed to a two-year contract extension.
Montreal re-signs Pizzolitto for 2008
The Montreal Impact announced that veteran defender Nevio Pizzolitto will be back with the club in 2008. The 31-year-old defender accepted a one-year contract with an option for 2009. He was picked on the second All-League team in 2004, 2005 and 2006. In 2008, he will be playing his 14th season in the United Soccer Leagues (USL) First Division.
Rhinos re-sign Severs for 2008
Rochester also adds former Canadian Youth International
The Rochester Raging Rhinos announced today that they have re-signed forward Chad Severs. The team has also inked former Canadian youth international defender Leigh Sembaluk. Both players were signed to one-year deals that are still pending US Soccer approval.
Biello, Gatti re-sign with Montreal
Biello heading into 15th season with Impact
The Montreal Impact announced, Monday, that team captain Mauro Biello will be back with the club in 2008. The club has also come to terms with midfielder Simon Gatti. The two players have accepted a one-year contract with an option year in 2009.
Timbers re-sign Poltl, Thompson
The Portland Timbers announced today the club has re-signed defender Scot Thompson to a two-year deal through 2009 and midfielder Tom Poltl for the 2008 season. Both Thompson, who returns for a fifth season in 2008, and Poltl, returning for his fourth campaign, rank among the Timbers’ modern-franchise career leaders in games played.
Miami re-sign Cameron and Vasquez
Miami FC announced today that midfielders Eric Vasquez and Sean Cameron will be back for their second season with the club, after having signed new agreements for the 2008 season.
Battery re-sign Fuller, Corcoran
The Charleston Battery has agreed to terms with veteran forward Ian Fuller and midfielder Chris Corcoran for the 2008 USL First Division season; both players return for a third season with the club.
Impact re-sign Di Lorenzo
Midfielder stays in Montreal for two more years
The Montreal Impact announced, Thursday, that midfielder Leonardo Di Lorenzo will be back in 2008, after signing a two-year agreement. The 26-year-old midfielder received the Giuseppe-Saputo Trophy last season awarded to the Impact’s Most Valuable Player.
RailHawks add Richmond's Watson
The Carolina RailHawks announced, subject to USL and USSF approval, the acquisition of English midfielder Matt Watson on loan from the Baltimore Blast of the MISL. A brilliant attacking midfielder entering his third season in the USL, Watson spent his first two seasons with the Richmond Kickers of the USL-2 guiding them to a championship in 2006 and to the final match in 2007.
Kreamalmeyer, Karalexis swapped
Portland and Charleston exchange players in trade
The Portland Timbers and Charleston Battery announced today that defender Tim Karalexis from the Battery was exchanged for Timbers midfielder Luke Kreamalmeyer, pending USSF approval.
Carolina adds Coggins
RailHawks snag three-time USL-2 Scoring Champion
The Carolina RailHawks announced today the signing of 2007 USL-2 points leader Jacob Coggins pending US Soccer approval. This past season Coggins led the Charlotte Eagles and USL-2 in goals, points and shots and was second in assists.
Atlanta adds two for 2008
McLaughlin returns from Canada, Ambersley joins from Rhinos
The Atlanta Silverbacks announced the return of former Silverbacks forward Jason McLaughlin and the addition of midfielder Mike Ambersley, pending USL and USSF clearance. McLaughlin and Ambersley agreed to terms in three and two year contracts, respectively. Both of the young players have proven their worth in the USL First Division since their league debut in the 2006 season.
Atlanta re-signs Ukah
The Atlanta Silverbacks announced Warren Ukah, the team's leading scorer in 2007 in all competitions, has extended his contract with the Silverbacks, pending USSF clearance. Ukah, an Atlanta native, scored 11 goals and recorded two assists for his hometown team during the 2007 season.
Timbers re-sign Lara through 2009
The Portland Timbers have signed midfielder Ricardo “Kiki” Lara to a two-year contract extension through the 2009 season, it was announced today. Lara joins several players from the Timbers 2007 squad returning for the 2008 season.
Montreal's Di Tullio retires
Knee surgeries sideline young veteran after six seasons
Montreal Impact defender Jason Di Tullio announced his retirement after a career spanning six seasons in the Impact uniform, shortened by numerous knee injuries. Team management confirmed that Di Tullio will remain active within the organization, notably participating in the team’s promotional activities.
Thunder, Silverbacks swap players
The Minnesota Thunder and Atlanta Silverbacks announced the trade of Dayton O’Brien from the Silverbacks to the Thunder for midfielder Ansu Toure. The player-for-player trade was the first for the Thunder in recent years and has added O'Brien to the Thunder through at least 2008. The trade will see Toure under contract with the Silverbacks through the 2008 season.
Rhinos re-sign Harrison
The Rochester Raging Rhinos announced today that the team has re-signed goalkeeper Chase Harrison to a one-year deal with an option for the 2009 season.
Battery re-sign Armstrong
Midfielder stays in Charleston through 2009
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.
Silverbacks re-sign duo
Finalists retain McManus and Buete through 2010
The Atlanta Silverbacks announced Scott Buete and Tony McManus have agreed to terms that will see the two central midfielders in red and black for the next three seasons.
Montreal re-sign 2006 USL-1 MVP
Gjertsen signs two-year deal to remain with Impact
The Montreal Impact announced, Tuesday, that midfielder Joey Gjertsen accepted a two-year deal with the team. Gjertsen, a 25-year old American, was acquired from the Vancouver Whitecaps with midfielder David Testo before the July 30 roster freeze. Last year, he played a total of 29 games (2111 minutes) with Vancouver and Montreal, tallying three goals and six assists for 12 points.
Whitecaps release six players
Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced today they will not exercise the contract options on Sola Abolaji, Richard Goddard, Marty Johnston, Nigel Marples, Jason McLaughlin, and Narcisse Tchoumi.
Impact re-sign Jordan
Goalkeeper on for 2008 plus option year
The Montreal Impact announced, Thursday, that goalkeeper Matt Jordan will be back with Montreal in 2008, after having accepted a one-year agreement plus an option year. In his first season, The former MLS netminder tallied 10 wins and 11 shutouts, and his 0.649 goals against average was the second best in the league.
Rhinos re-sign Craft, Burns
The Rochester Raging Rhinos announced today that the team has re-signed veteran defender/midfielder Nate Craft to a two-year deal and midfielder Kevin Burns to a one-year deal. Both signings are pending approval from both the United Soccer Leagues and U.S. Soccer.
Timbers ink Jordan for two more
The Portland Timbers have signed forward Bryan Jordan to a new two-year contract, it was announced. As a rookie, Jordan is the Timbers’ second leading scorer this season. In addition to Jordan, who played his collegiate soccer career at Oregon State University, defender Cameron Knowles, midfielders Andrew Gregor, Lawrence Olum, Luke Kreamalmeyer, and forward Chris Bagley are all under contract for the Timbers’ 2008 season.
10 returning for Rhinos
The Rochester Raging Rhinos announced that the team will return 10 members of its 2007 roster. Goalkeeper Scott Vallow; defenders Scott Palguta, Kenney Bertz, Tenywa Bonseu, Chris Aloisi, Jason Perry and Kevin Novak; midfielders Johnny Menyongar and John Ball; and forward Matthew Delicâte will all return to the Rhinos.
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