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Roughnecks Home Opener Set for March 24!
It’s time to mark you spring calendars! The Tulsa Roughnecks FC home opener for the 2018 season has been set, and it will take place on Saturday, March 24. The Roughnecks will host the Real Monarchs SLC at ONEOK Field with kickoff scheduled for 7:00 p.m.
It was one of two Roughnecks games that were announced today by the USL. Tulsa will open the season one week earlier, on Saturday, March 17, with a short trip to Oklahoma City to face the Energy in the first round of the 2018 Black Gold Derby.
The March 24 date marks the earliest home opener the Roughnecks have ever played, precluding last year’s opener by one day.
The Roughnecks will play a total of 34 regular season games this year with 17 games slated to be played at ONEOK Field. The complete 2018 USL schedule is expected to be released next week.
Season ticket packages are currently available through the ONEOK Field Ticket Office or by calling (918)744-5901. Individual tickets for the home opener will go on sale February 1.
The home opener capped a big day of announcements from the Roughnecks and the USL. Earlier, the conference alignments for 2018 were revealed by the league, and the Roughnecks and Chicago Fire announced a renewal of their USL/MLS affiliation.
It’s time to mark you spring calendars! The Tulsa Roughnecks FC home opener for the 2018 season has been set, and it will take place on Saturday, March 24. The Roughnecks will host the Real Monarchs SLC at ONEOK Field with kickoff scheduled for 7:00 p.m.
It was one of two Roughnecks games that were announced today by the USL. Tulsa will open the season one week earlier, on Saturday, March 17, with a short trip to Oklahoma City to face the Energy in the first round of the 2018 Black Gold Derby.
The March 24 date marks the earliest home opener the Roughnecks have ever played, precluding last year’s opener by one day.
The Roughnecks will play a total of 34 regular season games this year with 17 games slated to be played at ONEOK Field. The complete 2018 USL schedule is expected to be released next week.
Season ticket packages are currently available through the ONEOK Field Ticket Office or by calling (918)744-5901. Individual tickets for the home opener will go on sale February 1.
The home opener capped a big day of announcements from the Roughnecks and the USL. Earlier, the conference alignments for 2018 were revealed by the league, and the Roughnecks and Chicago Fire announced a renewal of their USL/MLS affiliation.
Roughnecks jugar el primer juego en ONEOK Field el 24 de marzo
Los Roughnecks ya conocen su calendario. Y comenzarán en Oklahoma City el sábado 17 de marzo en un partido ante los Energy en la primera ocasión en la que se celebrará el Black Gold Derby. Una forma positiva de cara a la afición de comenzar la campaña antes de recibir, una semana después, el sábado 24, a los actuales campeones de división, el Real Monarchs en el ONEOK Field a las siete de la tarde.
El equipo de David Vaudreuil jugaráa 34 partidos de competición con diecisiete de ellos jugados como locales en su cancha habitual del ONEOK. El calendario completo de la competición se conocerá la próxima semana.
Los abonos para la temporada se podrán comprar ya en las oficinas del estadio, o en el número de teléfono (198) 744-5901. Para partidos individuales las entradas se podrán conseguir a partir del 1 de febrero.
Ha sido un día importante para el equipo naranja porque hoy también se ha conocido la renovación del contrato de afiliación de los Roughnecks con los Chicago Fire para todo el curso 2018.
Los Roughnecks ya conocen su calendario. Y comenzarán en Oklahoma City el sábado 17 de marzo en un partido ante los Energy en la primera ocasión en la que se celebrará el Black Gold Derby. Una forma positiva de cara a la afición de comenzar la campaña antes de recibir, una semana después, el sábado 24, a los actuales campeones de división, el Real Monarchs en el ONEOK Field a las siete de la tarde.
El equipo de David Vaudreuil jugaráa 34 partidos de competición con diecisiete de ellos jugados como locales en su cancha habitual del ONEOK. El calendario completo de la competición se conocerá la próxima semana.
Los abonos para la temporada se podrán comprar ya en las oficinas del estadio, o en el número de teléfono (198) 744-5901. Para partidos individuales las entradas se podrán conseguir a partir del 1 de febrero.
Ha sido un día importante para el equipo naranja porque hoy también se ha conocido la renovación del contrato de afiliación de los Roughnecks con los Chicago Fire para todo el curso 2018.
Roughnecks and Chicago Fire Renew Affiliation
Tulsa, OK – Tulsa Roughnecks FC and the Chicago Fire of Major League Soccer announced today that the two clubs have extended their affiliation agreement for the upcoming 2018 season. The agreement extends a partnership that began last year with the Fire sending a selected number of players to Tulsa to play for the Roughnecks during the USL seasons.
As part of the agreement, the Fire will also host the Roughnecks in early March of this year for a scrimmage between the two sides, prior to the start of the MLS and USL seasons.
"We are extremely pleased to be continuing the relationship with the Chicago Fire," said TRFC Head Coach David Vaudreuil. "General Manager Nelson Rodriguez and the entire staff have been tremendous, and we look forward to working with them again this year.”
Vaudreuil spent two years with the Fire during his professional playing career and helped to bring the two clubs together last year.
“We are pleased to retain our affiliation with Tulsa Roughnecks FC,” said Rodríguez. “After a mutually productive season in 2017, we intend to grow our relationship this year.”
Last season, a total of six players spent time in Tulsa on loan from the Fire. Midfielders Joey Calistri and Collin Fernandez spend the entire 2017 USL season with the Roughnecks. Both were key contributors to Tulsa’s run to a USL playoff berth with Calistri finishing second on the team in goals (9) and assists (6). In addition, TRFC defender Jorge Corrales was signed to a MLS contract last fall by Chicago and is now on the Fire roster.
Earlier today, the USL announced the 2018 conference alignments for the regular season. The conferences will split geographically with 16 teams in the Eastern Conference and 17 teams in the Western Conference. Saint Louis FC will move over to join TRFC in the west, along with expansion clubs Las Vegas Lights FC and Fresno FC. The 2018 season will begin in the middle of March.
About Tulsa Roughnecks F.C.
Playing its home matches at beautiful ONEOK Field in downtown Tulsa, the Tulsa Roughnecks F.C. are the affiliate club for the Chicago Fire of Major League Soccer (MLS). Since its inception prior to the 2015 season, the club has competed in the professional United Soccer Leagues (USL). The 2017 season marked the Roughnecks most successful season yet as the team set a franchise record for most points in earning their first-ever playoff spot in the USL’s Western Conference. For more information on Tulsa Roughnecks F.C. and ONEOK Field, please visit RoughnecksFC.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.
Tulsa, OK – Tulsa Roughnecks FC and the Chicago Fire of Major League Soccer announced today that the two clubs have extended their affiliation agreement for the upcoming 2018 season. The agreement extends a partnership that began last year with the Fire sending a selected number of players to Tulsa to play for the Roughnecks during the USL seasons.
As part of the agreement, the Fire will also host the Roughnecks in early March of this year for a scrimmage between the two sides, prior to the start of the MLS and USL seasons.
“We are extremely pleased to be continuing the relationship with the Chicago Fire,” said TRFC Head Coach David Vaudreuil. “General Manager Nelson Rodriguez and the entire staff have been tremendous, and we look forward to working with them again this year.”
Vaudreuil spent two years with the Fire during his professional playing career and helped to bring the two clubs together last year.
“We are pleased to retain our affiliation with Tulsa Roughnecks FC,” said Rodríguez. “After a mutually productive season in 2017, we intend to grow our relationship this year.”
Last season, a total of six players spent time in Tulsa on loan from the Fire. Midfielders Joey Calistri and Collin Fernandez spend the entire 2017 USL season with the Roughnecks. Both were key contributors to Tulsa’s run to a USL playoff berth with Calistri finishing second on the team in goals (9) and assists (6). In addition, TRFC defender Jorge Corrales was signed to a MLS contract last fall by Chicago and is now on the Fire roster.
Earlier today, the USL announced the 2018 conference alignments for the regular season. The conferences will split geographically with 16 teams in the Eastern Conference and 17 teams in the Western Conference. Saint Louis FC will move over to join TRFC in the west, along with expansion clubs Las Vegas Lights FC and Fresno FC. The 2018 season will begin in the middle of March.
About Tulsa Roughnecks F.C.
Playing its home matches at beautiful ONEOK Field in downtown Tulsa, the Tulsa Roughnecks F.C. are the affiliate club for the Chicago Fire of Major League Soccer (MLS). Since its inception prior to the 2015 season, the club has competed in the professional United Soccer Leagues (USL). The 2017 season marked the Roughnecks most successful season yet as the team set a franchise record for most points in earning their first-ever playoff spot in the USL’s Western Conference. For more information on Tulsa Roughnecks F.C. and ONEOK Field, please visit RoughnecksFC.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.
ROUGHNECKS RENUEVA SU AFILIACION CON LOS CHICAGO FIRE
Los Tulsa Roughnecks y los Chicago Fire han anunciado hoy la renovación de su contrato de afiliación hasta final de temporada. El año pasado comenzó la filialidad entre el equipo de la Mjor Soccer League y el cuadro naranja que permitió que el equipo de Tulsa dispusiera de varios jugadores durante la temporada.
Como parte del acuerdo entre ambos clubes, los de Chicago también se enfrentarán al equipo de Vaudreil durante el mes de marzo, antes del inicio de la competición tanto en la MLS como en la USL.
Decía Vaudreuil, el manager de los Roughnecks tras la firma que “estamos muy contentos por haber logrado continuar nuestra relación con el equipo de Chicago. Su manager Nelson Rodriguez y su staff han estado muy receptivos y estamos deseando comenzar este año a trabajar con ellos”. Hay que destacar que el técnico de los Roughnecks estuvo dos años con el equipo de Illinois en su carrera profesional como jugador.
Por su parte, Rodríguez comentaba que estaban “encantados de continuar trabajando con los Roughnecks. Después de un productivo 2017, queremos seguir este año creciendo en nuestra relación” decía.
La pasada temporada el equipo naranja dispuso de varios jugadores cedidos por los Fire, como Calistri (nueve goles y seis asistencias) y Colin Fernández, internacional en categorías inferiores con EEUU. Además, Jorge Corrales ha firmado con el equipo de Chicago contrato para esta temporada.
Los Tulsa Roughnecks y los Chicago Fire han anunciado hoy la renovación de su contrato de afiliación hasta final de temporada. El año pasado comenzó la filialidad entre el equipo de la Mjor Soccer League y el cuadro naranja que permitió que el equipo de Tulsa dispusiera de varios jugadores durante la temporada.
Como parte del acuerdo entre ambos clubes, los de Chicago también se enfrentarán al equipo de Vaudreil durante el mes de marzo, antes del inicio de la competición tanto en la MLS como en la USL.
Decía Vaudreuil, el manager de los Roughnecks tras la firma que “estamos muy contentos por haber logrado continuar nuestra relación con el equipo de Chicago. Su manager Nelson Rodriguez y su staff han estado muy receptivos y estamos deseando comenzar este año a trabajar con ellos”. Hay que destacar que el técnico de los Roughnecks estuvo dos años con el equipo de Illinois en su carrera profesional como jugador.
Por su parte, Rodríguez comentaba que estaban “encantados de continuar trabajando con los Roughnecks. Después de un productivo 2017, queremos seguir este año creciendo en nuestra relación” decía.
La pasada temporada el equipo naranja dispuso de varios jugadores cedidos por los Fire, como Calistri (nueve goles y seis asistencias) y Colin Fernández, internacional en categorías inferiores con EEUU. Además, Jorge Corrales ha firmado con el equipo de Chicago contrato para esta temporada.
USL Reveals 2018 Conference Alignment
TAMPA, Fla. – The United Soccer League today announced its conference alignment for the 2018 USL regular season. The league will feature 33 teams across two conferences for the upcoming season, with an even greater group of regional rivalries featuring across both conferences in the new year as the league’s regular season expands to 34 games.
The conferences will be split geographically, with 16 teams in the Eastern Conference and 17 teams in the Western Conference. One team, Saint Louis FC, has moved to the Western Conference for the new season, where it will join expansion clubs Las Vegas Lights FC and Fresno FC in the battle for a place in the USL Cup Playoffs this season.
The Eastern Conference will welcome four new teams this season, with ATL UTD 2, Indy Eleven, Nashville SC and North Carolina FC joining the conference. The addition of Indy and Nashville adds to a strong pocket of clubs in the Midwest as they join FC Cincinnati and Louisville City FC, while NCFC and ATL UTD 2 complement the league’s existing clubs on the East Coast, with the Charleston Battery, Charlotte Independence and Richmond Kickers eagerly awaiting the chance to square off with their new rivals.
Orlando City B elected not to participate in the USL at the Division II level in 2018 while it evaluates its future options.
2018 USL Conference Alignment
Eastern Conference
ATL UTD 2
Charleston Battery
Charlotte Independence
FC Cincinnati
Indy Eleven
Louisville City FC
Nashville SC
New York Red Bulls II
North Carolina FC
Ottawa Fury FC
Penn FC
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
Richmond Kickers
Tampa Bay Rowdies
Toronto FC II
Western Conference
Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC
Fresno FC
LA Galaxy II
Las Vegas Lights FC
OKC Energy FC
Orange County SC
Phoenix Rising FC
Portland Timbers 2
Real Monarchs SLC
Reno 1868 FC
Rio Grande Valley FC
Sacramento Republic FC
Saint Louis FC
San Antonio FC
Seattle Sounders FC 2
Swope Park Rangers
Tulsa Roughnecks FC
TAMPA, Fla. – The United Soccer League today announced its conference alignment for the 2018 USL regular season. The league will feature 33 teams across two conferences for the upcoming season, with an even greater group of regional rivalries featuring across both conferences in the new year as the league’s regular season expands to 34 games.
The conferences will be split geographically, with 16 teams in the Eastern Conference and 17 teams in the Western Conference. One team, Saint Louis FC, has moved to the Western Conference for the new season, where it will join expansion clubs Las Vegas Lights FC and Fresno FC in the battle for a place in the USL Cup Playoffs this season.
The Eastern Conference will welcome four new teams this season, with ATL UTD 2, Indy Eleven, Nashville SC and North Carolina FC joining the conference. The addition of Indy and Nashville adds to a strong pocket of clubs in the Midwest as they join FC Cincinnati and Louisville City FC, while NCFC and ATL UTD 2 complement the league’s existing clubs on the East Coast, with the Charleston Battery, Charlotte Independence and Richmond Kickers eagerly awaiting the chance to square off with their new rivals.
Orlando City B elected not to participate in the USL at the Division II level in 2018 while it evaluates its future options.
2018 USL Conference Alignment
Eastern Conference
ATL UTD 2
Charleston Battery
Charlotte Independence
FC Cincinnati
Indy Eleven
Louisville City FC
Nashville SC
New York Red Bulls II
North Carolina FC
Ottawa Fury FC
Penn FC
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
Richmond Kickers
Tampa Bay Rowdies
Toronto FC II
Western Conference
Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC
Fresno FC
LA Galaxy II
Las Vegas Lights FC
OKC Energy FC
Orange County SC
Phoenix Rising FC
Portland Timbers 2
Real Monarchs SLC
Reno 1868 FC
Rio Grande Valley FC
Sacramento Republic FC
Saint Louis FC
San Antonio FC
Seattle Sounders FC 2
Swope Park Rangers
Tulsa Roughnecks FC
DOS INCORPORACIONES LATINAS PARA LOS ROUGHNECKS
Por su parte, el mediocampista argentino de 26 años Santiago Maidana, formado en las categorías inferiores del equipo de la franja roja, asumirá su segunda experiencia en EEUU tras haber jugado en el Army Jackson (New Jersey). Es un jugador que estuvo en las bases del equipo millonario llegando a entrenar con el Cholo Simeone. También ha jugado en el Deportivo Español y Deportivo Armenio (categorías inferiores del fútbol argentino) además de Deportivo Concepción, en la Primera División de Chile. Su último equipo fue Malvinas Argentinas. Ha jugado también en el combinado argentino sub´20.
David Vaudreuil afirma sobre el mediocampista que “es muy rápido y muy técnico. Siempre quiere el balón y es un creador de ocasiones para çel y para sus compañeros. Es un importante valor para el equipo este año por su trabajo, pasión y habilidades técnicas”.
Por su parte, el mediocampista argentino de 26 años Santiago Maidana, formado en las categorías inferiores del equipo de la franja roja, asumirá su segunda experiencia en EEUU tras haber jugado en el Army Jackson (New Jersey). Es un jugador que estuvo en las bases del equipo millonario llegando a entrenar con el Cholo Simeone. También ha jugado en el Deportivo Español y Deportivo Armenio (categorías inferiores del fútbol argentino) además de Deportivo Concepción, en la Primera División de Chile. Su último equipo fue Malvinas Argentinas. Ha jugado también en el combinado argentino sub´20.
David Vaudreuil afirma sobre el mediocampista que “es muy rápido y muy técnico. Siempre quiere el balón y es un creador de ocasiones para çel y para sus compañeros. Es un importante valor para el equipo este año por su trabajo, pasión y habilidades técnicas”.
Los Roughnecks continúan dando forma al equipo con el que afrontarán la temporada 2018. Dos jugadores sudamericanos han llegado al equipo naranja; el defensor chileno, Claudio Muñoz, además del centrocampista argentino, Santiago Maidana. El primero de ellos, de 33 años de edad, ha jugado en uno de los clubes más importantes de Chile, la Universidad Católica, equipo donde estuvo durante tres campañas. Posteriormente una temporada en Venezuela – en el Unión Maracaibo, y vuelta a Chile, pasando por el Osorno, Universidad de Concepción, Huachipato –donde defendió su camiseta durante cinco años- antes de jugar en el Antofagasta y San Marcos de Arica, de la segunda división, equipo del que procede.
Ha llegado a ser internacional con el combinado chileno en tres ocasiones, a las órdenes de Nelson Acosta en la Copa del Pacífico 2006.
Los Roughnecks continúan dando forma al equipo con el que afrontarán la temporada 2018. Dos jugadores sudamericanos han llegado al equipo naranja; el defensor chileno, Claudio Muñoz, además del centrocampista argentino, Santiago Maidana. El primero de ellos, de 33 años de edad, ha jugado en uno de los clubes más importantes de Chile, la Universidad Católica, equipo donde estuvo durante tres campañas. Posteriormente una temporada en Venezuela – en el Unión Maracaibo, y vuelta a Chile, pasando por el Osorno, Universidad de Concepción, Huachipato –donde defendió su camiseta durante cinco años- antes de jugar en el Antofagasta y San Marcos de Arica, de la segunda división, equipo del que procede.
Ha llegado a ser internacional con el combinado chileno en tres ocasiones, a las órdenes de Nelson Acosta en la Copa del Pacífico 2006.
Roughnecks Announce Pair of International Signings
The Tulsa Roughnecks F.C. roster continued to shape up for the 2018 season as Head Coach David Vaudreuil announced the signing today of a pair of South American internationals. Veteran defender Claudio Munoz and midfielder Santiago Maidana have both been signed for the upcoming USL season, pending league and federation approval.
Munoz, a 33-year-old from Chile, will join the Roughnecks after spending his most of his career playing in the Primera Division in Chile. The 5’11” defender most recently played for San Marcos de Arica, a member of the Primera B Division after being transferred from Deportes Antofagasta of Chile’s top league.
He previously played five seasons playing with Huachipato, making 145 appearances with them from 2012-16, including being a part of a Primera Division championship in 2012. Prior to that, Munoz spent time with five other clubs in Chile.
The defender also has two caps under his belt, appearing in a pair of friendlies for the Chilean National Team.
The Tulsa Roughnecks F.C. roster continued to shape up for the 2018 season as Head Coach David Vaudreuil announced the signing today of a pair of South American internationals. Veteran defender Claudio Munoz and midfielder Santiago Maidana have both been signed for the upcoming USL season, pending league and federation approval.
Munoz, a 33-year-old from Chile, will join the Roughnecks after spending his most of his career playing in the Primera Division in Chile. The 5’11” defender most recently played for San Marcos de Arica, a member of the Primera B Division after being transferred from Deportes Antofagasta of Chile’s top league.
He previously played five seasons playing with Huachipato, making 145 appearances with them from 2012-16, including being a part of a Primera Division championship in 2012. Prior to that, Munoz spent time with five other clubs in Chile.
The defender also has two caps under his belt, appearing in a pair of friendlies for the Chilean National Team.
The 26-year-old Maidana is from Argentina and is expected to play as an attacking midfielder for Vaudreuil.
“Santiago is a very quick and a very technical attacking midfielder who always wants the ball at his feet where he can create chances for himself and his teammates,” said Vaudreuil. “His work, passion, and technical ability should make him a very exciting prospect for the Roughnecks this year.”
Maidana spent 11 years working his way through the famed River Plate system in Argentina and played there until the U-23 level as their #10. He has also spent time playing in Argentina with Deportivo Armenio and most recently with Malvinas Argentinas.
The midfielder also played with the Argentina National team at the U-20 level.
The 26-year-old Maidana is from Argentina and is expected to play as an attacking midfielder for Vaudreuil.
“Santiago is a very quick and a very technical attacking midfielder who always wants the ball at his feet where he can create chances for himself and his teammates,” said Vaudreuil. “His work, passion, and technical ability should make him a very exciting prospect for the Roughnecks this year.”
Maidana spent 11 years working his way through the famed River Plate system in Argentina and played there until the U-23 level as their #10. He has also spent time playing in Argentina with Deportivo Armenio and most recently with Malvinas Argentinas.
The midfielder also played with the Argentina National team at the U-20 level.
Joaquin Rivas Signed For The 2018 Season
Tulsa, OK – The Tulsa Roughnecks F.C. and Head Coach David Vaudreuil revealed a key signing today as it was announced that midfielder Joaquin Rivas had agreed to terms on a contract for the 2018 season, pending league and federation approval. Rivas will return for his second year with the Roughnecks.
The 25-year-old was the only TRFC player to appear in all 32 regular season matches last season, starting in 27. Rivas was third on the team with five goals while adding two assists.
“Joaquin was one of the key contributors to our team’s success last season, and we are excited to have him back,” said Vaudreuil. “He is a talented and dependable player that we think can push forward and score even more goals this year.”
Before joining the Roughnecks prior to last season, Rivas spent two years with the Sacramento Republic FC, making 19 appearances.
Prior to turning professional, Rivas played four years for the University of Nevada-Las Vegas (UNLV). After college, he starred for Kitsap Pumas in Bremerton, Washington, scoring 6 goals in 13 appearances for the PDL side.
Rivas is the third player signing announced this week by the Roughnecks.
About Tulsa Roughnecks F.C.
Playing its home matches at beautiful ONEOK Field in downtown Tulsa, the Tulsa Roughnecks F.C. are the affiliate club for the Chicago Fire of Major League Soccer (MLS). Since its inception prior to the 2015 season, the club has competed in the professional United Soccer Leagues (USL). The 2017 season marked the Roughnecks most successful season yet as the team set a franchise record for most points in earning their first-ever playoff spot in the USL’s Western Conference. For more information on Tulsa Roughnecks F.C. and ONEOK Field, please visit RoughnecksFC.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.
Tulsa, OK – The Tulsa Roughnecks F.C. and Head Coach David Vaudreuil revealed a key signing today as it was announced that midfielder Joaquin Rivas had agreed to terms on a contract for the 2018 season, pending league and federation approval. Rivas will return for his second year with the Roughnecks.
The 25-year-old was the only TRFC player to appear in all 32 regular season matches last season, starting in 27. Rivas was third on the team with five goals while adding two assists.
“Joaquin was one of the key contributors to our team’s success last season, and we are excited to have him back,” said Vaudreuil. “He is a talented and dependable player that we think can push forward and score even more goals this year.”
Before joining the Roughnecks prior to last season, Rivas spent two years with the Sacramento Republic FC, making 19 appearances.
Prior to turning professional, Rivas played four years for the University of Nevada-Las Vegas (UNLV). After college, he starred for Kitsap Pumas in Bremerton, Washington, scoring 6 goals in 13 appearances for the PDL side.
Rivas is the third player signing announced this week by the Roughnecks.
About Tulsa Roughnecks F.C.
Playing its home matches at beautiful ONEOK Field in downtown Tulsa, the Tulsa Roughnecks F.C. are the affiliate club for the Chicago Fire of Major League Soccer (MLS). Since its inception prior to the 2015 season, the club has competed in the professional United Soccer Leagues (USL). The 2017 season marked the Roughnecks most successful season yet as the team set a franchise record for most points in earning their first-ever playoff spot in the USL’s Western Conference. For more information on Tulsa Roughnecks F.C. and ONEOK Field, please visit RoughnecksFC.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.
Roughnecks Sign Versatile Riggs Lennon
The Tulsa Roughnecks F.C. 2018 roster continued to grow on Tuesday as defender/forward Riggs Lennon was announced as a new signing. The 23-year-old Lennon joins the Roughnecks after spending last season in the USL with Real Monarchs SLC.
He is the older brother of former Liverpool F.C. youth player Brooks Lennon, who recently made a permanent move to Real Salt Lake of Major League Soccer.
“Riggs is a young and dynamic player who can play left back or forward,” said TRFC Head Coach David Vaudreuil. “From any position, he is a box-to-box player with the skills and composure to help us unlock the opposition’s defense. We are excited to have him join our club.”
Lennon is the second new signing this week for Vaudreuil and the Roughnecks. On Monday, it was announced that Uruguayan forward and former Chelsea F.C. youth player Jhon Pirez has signed with TRFC for the 2018 season.
The 6’1” Lennon began his professional career last year with the Monarchs, appearing in one USL game.
He played collegiately for three years at the University of Virginia before spending his senior season at Creighton University. He scored 7 goals in 47 total appearances for the Cavaliers and helped them to the NCAA title his junior year, converting the title-clinching penalty kick.
After transferring to Creighton, he totaled 10 goals in 23 games in his one season with the Bluejays.
Lennon was named the Arizona High School Player of the Year three times and spent time with the United States U-17 Team.
About Tulsa Roughnecks F.C.
Playing its home matches at beautiful ONEOK Field in downtown Tulsa, the Tulsa Roughnecks F.C. are the affiliate club for the Chicago Fire of Major League Soccer (MLS). Since its inception prior to the 2015 season, the club has competed in the professional United Soccer Leagues (USL). The 2017 season marked the Roughnecks most successful season yet as the team set a franchise record for most points in earning their first-ever playoff spot in the USL’s Western Conference. For more information on Tulsa Roughnecks F.C. and ONEOK Field, please visit RoughnecksFC.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.
The Tulsa Roughnecks F.C. 2018 roster continued to grow on Tuesday as defender/forward Riggs Lennon was announced as a new signing. The 23-year-old Lennon joins the Roughnecks after spending last season in the USL with Real Monarchs SLC.
He is the older brother of former Liverpool F.C. youth player Brooks Lennon, who recently made a permanent move to Real Salt Lake of Major League Soccer.
“Riggs is a young and dynamic player who can play left back or forward,” said TRFC Head Coach David Vaudreuil. “From any position, he is a box-to-box player with the skills and composure to help us unlock the opposition’s defense. We are excited to have him join our club.”
Lennon is the second new signing this week for Vaudreuil and the Roughnecks. On Monday, it was announced that Uruguayan forward and former Chelsea F.C. youth player Jhon Pirez has signed with TRFC for the 2018 season.
The 6’1” Lennon began his professional career last year with the Monarchs, appearing in one USL game.
He played collegiately for three years at the University of Virginia before spending his senior season at Creighton University. He scored 7 goals in 47 total appearances for the Cavaliers and helped them to the NCAA title his junior year, converting the title-clinching penalty kick.
After transferring to Creighton, he totaled 10 goals in 23 games in his one season with the Bluejays.
Lennon was named the Arizona High School Player of the Year three times and spent time with the United States U-17 Team.
About Tulsa Roughnecks F.C.
Playing its home matches at beautiful ONEOK Field in downtown Tulsa, the Tulsa Roughnecks F.C. are the affiliate club for the Chicago Fire of Major League Soccer (MLS). Since its inception prior to the 2015 season, the club has competed in the professional United Soccer Leagues (USL). The 2017 season marked the Roughnecks most successful season yet as the team set a franchise record for most points in earning their first-ever playoff spot in the USL’s Western Conference. For more information on Tulsa Roughnecks F.C. and ONEOK Field, please visit RoughnecksFC.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.
