Thunder sign Watson
Former US youth international heads to Minnesota
The Minnesota Thunder announced today the signing of defender Marcus Watson to a three year contract, pending USSF approval. Watson, who has spent time with both the U20 and U18 US National Teams, has joined the team immediately in preparation for the Thunder’s season opener on the road against the Carolina Railhawks on April 11. 
Thunder sign Watson
Former US youth international heads to Minnesota
The Minnesota Thunder announced today the signing of defender Marcus Watson to a three year contract, pending USSF approval. Watson, who has spent time with both the U20 and U18 US National Teams, has joined the team immediately in preparation for the Thunder’s season opener on the road against the Carolina Railhawks on April 11.
Timbers sign netminder Visser
The Portland Timbers announced the club has signed goalkeeper Brian Visser for the 2009 USL First Division season The transaction is pending USL and USSF approval.
Aztex announce four additions
The Austin Aztex have announced the signing of four players for their inaugural USL First Division season, inking local Aztex PDL product Josh Alcala as well as Mike Callahan, Ryan Caugherty and David Sias.
Rochester signs Sarkodie
Rhinos top University of Rochester 4-0
The Rochester Rhinos announced that they have come to terms with defender/midfielder Kwame Sarkodie on a one-year contract. The club defeated the University of Rochester Yellowjackets 4-0 Wednesday evening.
Thunder add Myers, re-sign O'Brien
The Thunder announced today the signing of two Minnesota natives, forwards Geoffrey Myers and Dan O’Brien. Both players have signed three-year contracts, pending USSF approval.
Cleveland adds Haiti international
The Cleveland City Stars signed forward Ricardo Pierre-Louis from the Haitian National Team. The prolific scorer won the MLS Cup while spending last season with the Columbus Crew after Columbus selected Pierre-Louis 22nd overall in the 2008 MLS SuperDraft.
Portland signs Colorado's Keel
The Portland Timbers announced the club has signed defender Stephen Keel for the 2009 season pending league and USSF approval. He played the last four seasons with the Colorado Rapids of Major League Soccer.
Report: Palguta off to Colorado
Jeff DiVeronica of the Rochester Democrat & Chronicle reports that Rhinos defender Scott Palguta is set to sign with the Colorado Rapids of Major League Soccer, departing Rochester after four seasons with the club and an All-League selection in the last campaign. [+]
Timbers sign KC's Pore
Midfielder signs two-year deal with Portland
The Portland Timbers have signed midfielder Ryan Pore to a two-year contract through the 2010 season, it was announced pending league and USSF approval. The attacking, left-sided player joins the Timbers after four seasons with the Kansas City Wizards of Major League Soccer.
Cleveland adds Joe Public's McAllister
Midfielder joins City Stars after playing in Champions League
The Cleveland City Stars have signed midfielder Terrence McAllister after the Trinidad native’s standout performance during February’s international invite-only combine. McAllister joins the club from Trinidad’s Joe Public, a participant in the 2008-09 CONCACAF Champions League. The deal is pending USL and USSF approval.
Timbers acquires Nimo on loan
18-year-old Portland native joins squad from RSL
The Portland Timbers and Real Salt Lake of Major League Soccer announced today that midfielder and Portland native Alex Nimo will be loaned to the Timbers for the entire 2009 USL First Division season pending league and USSF approval.
Islanders add Veris
The Puerto Rico Islanders announced today that they have come to an agreement with Kyle Veris for the 2009 season.
Rhinos acquire Islanders' Atieno
Rochester also brings in Guyana midfielder
Rochester Rhinos President Matthew Ford announced today that the club has signed midfielder Chris Nurse to a one -year deal and also agreed to the transfer of forward Taiwo Atieno for the 2009 season. Both signings are subject to USL and USSF approval along with international clearance.
Cleveland re-signs Tenoff
The Cleveland City Stars have re-signed Midfielder Godfrey Tenoff. The native of Pietermaritzburg, South Africa returns for his second season in Cleveland and will take over the role of captain from the departed Mark Schulte.
Aztex sign former Man-U player
Johnson brings experience as former English youth international
The Austin Aztex announced the signing of English midfielder-forward Eddie Johnson. The 24-year-old Johnson comes to the United States after a successful career in England, which included stints on the U16-U20 English national teams as well as his first professional job with Manchester United.
Carolina acquires Charlotte's Kabwe
The Carolina RailHawks announced today they have signed Zimbabwe International and former Charlotte Eagles midfielder Joseph Kabwe on a transfer from the USL-2 Charlotte Eagles, pending League and USSF approval. Details of the deal were not disclosed.
Timbers' Suzuki, Higgins re-sign
The Portland Timbers today announced the club has re-signed Japanese forward Takayuki Suzuki and veteran midfielder Shaun Higgins for the 2009 USL First Division season pending USSF approval.
Thunder add Portland's Olum
Minnesota also signs former Crew defender Peterson
The Minnesota Thunder announced that midfielder Lawrence Olum has been acquired from the Portland Timbers. Terms of the transfer were not disclosed. The Thunder has also signed defender Andrew Peterson from the Columbus Crew pending USSF approval.
Cleveland signs Akron keeper
Bush stays close to home with City Stars
The Cleveland City Stars have signed goalkeeper Evan Bush from the University of Akron. The native of Concord, OH played his high school ball at Lake Catholic High School in Mentor. A four-year starter for the nationally ranked Zips, Bush is the all-time leader in the Mid American Conference in career wins (62), shutouts (48), and goals against average (.60).
Timbers ink LA keeper Cronin
Portland also unveils preseason plans
The Portland Timbers have signed former U-20 U.S. National Team goalkeeper Steve Cronin for the 2009 season, it was announced today league and USSF approval. Cronin joins the Timbers after four seasons in Major League Soccer with the Los Angeles Galaxy.
Seattle's Sakuda heads to Montreal
USL-1 veteran joined by midfielder from Impact's Attak squad
The Montreal Impact announced Friday it had signed midfielders Kevin Sakuda and Pierre-Rudolph Mayard. Both players have signed two-year contracts, pending the league’s approval.
RailHawks sign Scottish defender
Ritchie brings Carolina EPL and SPL experience
The Carolina RailHawks announced today the addition of English and Scottish Premier League veteran defender Paul Ritchie, pending USSF and League approval. Ritchie has made over 300 appearances for clubs in the top two flights of Scottish and English football leagues.
Cleveland brings in Cream
The Cleveland City Stars today announced the signing of 21-year old midfielder Max Cream. The native of Los Angeles, CA began his professional career by training with his hometown Los Angeles Galaxy as a 15-year old before leaving for Europe the next season.
Thunder sign Dyachenko, Costanzo
Minnesota also releases two, unveil preseason plans
The Minnesota Thunder announced today the signing of former DC United midfielder Rodion Dyachenko and Maryland Terrapins defender Rich Costanzo. Dyachenko has signed a two year contract with one option year and the rookie Costanzo has signed a three year contract. Both players will join the Thunder when they start preseason training on March 13.
Rochester signs Sancho
Former T&T international joins the Rhinos
Rochester Rhinos President Matthew Ford announced today that the club has signed experienced Trinidad and Tobago International Brent Sancho to a two-year contract. The deal is subject to USL and USSF approval.
Timbers lure Hayes to Portland
The Portland Timbers have signed all-league defender David Hayes for the 2009 season, it was announced today pending league and USSF approval. Hayes, a 10-year veteran, was named the USL First Division’s Defender of the Year in 2007.
Islanders re-sign Henry
Henry joined by fellow T&T defender Villaroel
The Puerto Rico Islanders announced that two Trinidad and Tobago defenders will be part of the 2009 squad, pending league's approval. Central defender Nigel Henry will be back with the team for his second season while Kevon Villaroel will join the Islanders for his first professional season outside his native Trinidad and Tobago.
Timbers add Joston, Cameron
The Portland Timbers have signed a pair of Northwest products for the 2009 season in forward George Josten and midfielder Josh Cameron, it was announced today. Both Josten and Cameron attended the Timbers’ recent invitation tryout at PGE Park.
Whitecaps sign Reda
USL-1 veteran returns to Canada
Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced today the signing of defender Marco Reda. Reda has agreed to a one-year contract - plus an option - pending international clearance. Reda was instrumental in the Battery’s run to the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup final last September.
Carolina signs Cleveland's Bundu
The Carolina RailHawks announced today the signing of USL-2 champion and Sierra Leone International, forward Sallieu Bundu, formerly of the Cleveland City Stars.
Islanders add offensive trio
Addlery, Fraser and Nunez head to Puerto Rico
The Puerto Rico Islanders announced that Jamaicans Nicholas Addlery and Sean Fraser, along with Uruguayan Martin Nunez, have come to terms with the club for the 2009 season, pending league’s approval.
Byers back in Montreal
Late season addition returns for second Impact campaign
The Montreal Impact announced that forward Peter Byers, from Antigua and Barbuda, had come to terms with the club for the next two seasons, contract pending the league’s approval.
Rochester signs Sanders
Rhinos also re-sign Roberto
Rochester Rhinos President Matthew Ford announced today that the club has signed striker Chris Sanders to a one-year deal with a one-year option for 2010. The deal is subject to USL and USSF approval.
Minnesota inks Kirk, Kante
The Minnesota Thunder announced today the signing of former D.C. United forward Quavas Kirk and former Seattle Sounder midfielder, Youssouf Kante pending USSF approval. Kirk has signed a two-year contract with one option year, and Kante has signed a three year contract.
Cleveland re-signs Hotchkin
Midseason signee stays on to reunite with former coach
The Cleveland City Stars have announced the re-signing of midfielder/forward Jason Hotchkin. The 30-year old Hotchkin joined the Stars lineup at the end of the 2008 season after coming to the team from the New Jersey Ironmen of the indoor MISL.
RailHawks add two defenders
The Carolina RailHawks announced today the addition of 2008 USL-2 Champion Jeremy Tolleson and former MLS defender Jack Stewart to the 2009 RailHawks roster pending League and USSF approval.
Islanders announce returning players
The Puerto Rico Islanders announced that the core of the 2008 squad will be back for the upcoming season. The Islanders are currently in Tampa, Florida in preparations for one of the most important matches, CONCACAF Champions League Quarterfinals, in franchise history.
Timbers re-sign Poltl, add two
Portland brings in Congo DR's Vua, Chivas USA's Savage
The Portland Timbers announced today that the club has signed Congolese defender Dieumerci Vua and midfielder Keith Savage, and re-signed midfielder Tom Poltl for the 2009 season pending league and USSF approval.
Thunder release Taylor, Moojen
The Minnesota Thunder announced today that defender Kevin Taylor and forward Frederico Moojen have both been released from the team.
Whitecaps sign Haber, Knight
Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced today the signings of striker Marcus Haber and defender Wes Knight. Haber has agreed to a one-year contract, plus an option, while Knight has signed a two-year contract, plus an option, with the club. Both deals are pending international clearance.
Cleveland adds Sierra Leone duo
The Cleveland City Stars have announced the signing of two promising Sierra Leone National Team members in midfielder Warren Kanu and forward Teteh Bangura.
Carolina signs Cleveland's Reed
RailHawks also add Chivas USA midfielder Paladini
The Carolina RailHawks announced today the signing of two more players to the 2009 roster. 2008 USL-2 Champion goalkeeper Eric Reed and former Chivas USA midfielder Daniel Paladini have agreed to terms with the club and will be wearing RailHawks’ Orange in 2009 pending USSF approval.
RailHawks sign La Liga veteran
Former Uruguayan World Cup midfielder Romero joins Carolina
The Carolina RailHawks announced today the signing of La Liga veteran and Uruguayan international midfielder Marcelo Romero pending league/USSF approvals and international clearance. The former World Cup player and La Liga award winner will be at training camp beginning February 9.
RailHawks add Schulte to defense
Two-time USL-2 Defender of the Year returns to USL-1
The Carolina RailHawks announced the signing of two-time USL-2 Defender of the Year Mark Schulte, pending league and USSF approval. Schulte joins the club after having led the Cleveland City Stars to the USL-2 title last season, earning the championship MVP honor.
Watson returning to RailHawks
The Carolina RailHawks announced today that 2008 RailHawks MVP Matt Watson will return to WakeMed Soccer Park for the 2009 season pending League and USSF approval. Watson is currently in Maryland playing with the Baltimore Blast of the NISL and will join the RailHawks as soon as his season in Maryland ends.
Cvilikas signs with Minnesota
Late 2008 addition to stay with Thunder
The Minnesota Thunder announced today that forward Brian Cvilikas has signed a one year contract with two option years which secures his services through the 2011 season. Cvilikas was a key component in the Thunder’s turnaround last season after he was signed on August 13, 2008.
Whitecaps sign Reading's Burgess
Club adds goalkeeper to Residency squad for PDL
Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced today the signing of midfielder Tyrell Burgess to the Whitecaps USL First Division side. Burgess has agreed to a two-year contract, plus an option. The club have also signed goalkeeper Diego Aparecido F. Oliveira (Diego) to the Whitecaps USL PDL team after the Brazilian agreed to a one-year contract, plus an option. The pair arrive in Vancouver, pending international clearance.
Carolina signs Battery's King
The Carolina RailHawks announced today the signing of former NC State star forward Aaron King pending League and USSF approval. King joins the RailHawks after spending the past two seasons with the Charleston Battery.
Aztex add former MK Dons midfielder
Club also brings in pair of PDL players
The Austin Aztex FC announced today the signing of three players to the 2009 USL First Division squad including a player from last year’s Aztex PDL squad, a player from the PDL St. Louis Lions, and a former English youth international and Championship player.
Cleveland re-signs Stovall
The Cleveland City Stars today announced the re-signing of Anthony Stovall for what will be the defender's third season in Cleveland. The friendly Stovall quickly became a fan favorite during the inaugural season of 2007 thanks to his energetic personality and his ever-changing crazy hair styles.
Carolina bolsters squad with four
Gardner, Kreamalmeyer, Plotkin and Gilkerson join RailHawks
The Carolina RailHawks announced the signing of four more players to the 2009 roster, defender John Gilkerson and midfielders Luke Kreamalmeyer, Josh Gardner, and Brian Plotkin pending League and USSF approval.
Battery send Alonso to Seattle
USL-1 2008 Rookie of the Year switches coasts
The Charleston Battery has transferred midfielder Osvaldo Alsonso to Major League Soccer’s Seattle Sounders FC. Alonso enjoyed a stellar campaign with the Battery in 2008 and was an instrumental figure in Charleston’s run to the US Open Cup final. Following the season he was named USL First Division Rookie of the Year.
Cleveland inks Stewart and Oka
Stewart returns for second season, club adds Portland's Oka
The Cleveland City Stars announced the return of Ryan Stewart and the addition of Portland's Arsene Oka for the 2009 season. Ryan Stewart will return to Cleveland for his second season after re-signing over the weekend. The club also reached an agreement with an experienced and internationally recognized player in Arsene Oka from the Ivory Coast. Both contracts are pending U.S. Soccer approval and international clearance.
Diallo re-signs with RailHawks
Carolina keeps midseason acquisition
The Carolina RailHawks announced today that they have agreed to terms with Ivory Coast native and 2008 RailHawks leading scorer, forward Hamed Diallo. Diallo will be donning RailHawks Orange for the 2009 season pending USL and USSF approval.
Karalexis returns to Wilmington
Defender returns to Hammerheads after four years in USL-1
Former Hammerheads player Tim Karalexis will return to Wilmington for the 2009 season, pending USL and USSF approval, after a four-year stint in the USL First Division.
Whitecaps acquire Toure
Liberian midfielder split 2008 season with Atlanta and Miami
Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced today the acquisition of midfielder/forward Ansu Toure from Miami FC Blues for an undisclosed financial amount. Toure has agreed to a two-year contract, plus an option, with the Whitecaps, pending international clearance.
Whitecaps re-sign Hirano, Lyall
Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced today that defenders Takashi Hirano and Geordie Lyall will return for the 2009 season. Lyall has agreed to a new one-year contract with the Whitecaps, while the club has exercised the contract option of former Japanese international Hirano for the coming campaign.
Battery sign Carolina's Sanfilippo
Defender heads to Charleston on three-year deal
The Charleston Battery has agreed to terms with defender Frankie Sanfilippo for the 2009-2011 seasons. Sanfilippo 5-10, 165lbs., 27 yrs., joins the Battery after spending the last two years with the USL First Division Carolina RailHawks. Sanfilippo served as club captain with the RailHawks, previous clubs include the Rochester Rhinos and the Syracuse Salty Dogs. Sanfilippo joins pending USSF approval.
Timbers add six newcomers to roster
Portland also re-signs Cameron Dunn for 2009
The Portland Timbers have signed six new players, including African striker Mandjou Keita, and resigned defender Cameron Dunn for the 2009 season, it was announced pending league and USSF approval. In addition to Keita, the Timbers’ new signings include two Swedish players in midfielder Johan Claesson and forward Antouman Jallow, midfielders Tony McManus and Brian Farber and forward Jason McLaughlin.
Kandji to stay with Red Bulls
New York exercises buy-out option on loan deal
Red Bull New York announced today that forward Macoumba Kandji has signed a contract with Major League Soccer and will be part of the Red Bulls’ roster in 2009. Per MLS and club policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Montreal re-signs Brown for 2009
Byers departs for Earthquakes
The Montreal Impact announced that Panamanian forward Roberto Brown has come to terms with the club for the 2009 season, pending league’s approval. Brown scored nine goals in all competitions for the Impact last season, including three in the CONCACAF Champions League.
Whitecaps sign Haitian international
Club adds Versailles on two-year deal
Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced today the signing of midfielder Kenold Versailles, pending international clearance. Versailles has agreed to a two-year contract - plus an option.
Austin inks former EPL striker
Aztex bring in former Stoke and Watford star
Ex-Watford and Stoke City striker Gifton Noel-Williams has agreed to a two-year deal with the Austin Aztex FC, the club announced today. At age 18, the young star helped guide Watford to the EPL as the team’s leading scorer.
Impact open camp, sign Djekanovic
Weber will not return as back-up goalkeeper
The Montreal Impact kicked off the 16th training camp in team history, Wednesday, at Catalogna Soccerplexe in Lachine, in preparation for the CONCACAF Champions League quarterfinal series against Mexican Club Santos Laguna.
Eylander inks with MLS Sounders
Chris Eylander, who led USL First Division goalkeepers in saves the past two seasons, has signed a Major League Soccer contract with Seattle Sounders FC, it was announced. Terms were not disclosed.
Montreal's Gervais retires
Career concludes for three-time USL-1 Defender of the Year
Montreal Impact star defender Gabriel Gervais announced he was retiring from professional soccer, after a nine-year career in the United Soccer Leagues First Division, including seven years with the Impact. Gervais was named Defender of the Year in USL-1 in 2003, 2004 and 2006, becoming the first-ever player in the league to win that award three times.
Timbers' Brown retires
10-year pro veteran calls it a career
After a 10-year playing career, Portland Timbers forward Chris Brown today announced his retirement from professional soccer. Brown was the Timbers’ leading scorer in his lone season with the club in 2008.
Biello back for 16th campaign
Impact also re-sign Leduc to two-year deal
Two days before kicking off training camp, the Montreal Impact announced Monday that team captain Mauro Biello and veteran midfielder Patrick Leduc have both accepted contract extensions. Biello has come to terms for the 2009 season, while Leduc has signed a two-year deal, both contracts pending the league’s approval.
Whitecaps sign James
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines international on board
Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced today the signing of forward Marlon James, pending international clearance. James, who has agreed to a two-year deal, will join the club when the international transfer window opens on January 15, 2009.
Whitecaps career ends for Jordan
2005 USL-1 MVP considering retirement
Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced today that they will not exercise the 2009 contract option on veteran striker Jason Jordan. Jordan, 30-years-old, leaves the Whitecaps after 12 consecutive seasons, having played his entire professional career with the club.
Jordan re-signs with Montreal
Impact MVP inks up through 2010
The Montreal Impact announced that its Most Valuable Player in 2008, goalkeeper Matt Jordan, signed a new deal for the next two seasons, pending the league’s approval.
Rhinos re-sign Smith
Rochester Rhinos President Matthew Ford announced that the club has re-signed defender Ross Smith to a one year deal for the 2009 season. The deal is subject to USL and USSF approval.
Whitecaps re-sign Charles, Martin
Club exercises options for the 2009 campaign
Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced today that they have exercised the contract options of defenders Wesley Charles, and Lyle Martin for the 2009 season.
Timbers' Bagley back in Wilmington
Star striker adds assistant coach to duties
Former Wilmington Hammerheads standout Chris Bagley will return to Wilmington for the 2009 season pending USL and USSF approval. Bagley will join the Hammerheads organization as the assistant coach as well as be a vital player on the 2009 squad.
Whitecaps exercise three player options
Nolly, Moose and Arze picked up for 2009 season
Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced today that they have exercised the contract options of midfielders Vicente Arze and Justin Moose, as well as goalkeeper Jay Nolly for the 2009 season.
Whitecaps release trio
Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced today that they have released goalkeeper Tyler Baldock, defender Diaz Kambere, and defender/midfielder Stefan Leslie.
Otieno to return to Cleveland
The Cleveland City Stars reached an agreement to bring Kenyan defender Musa Otieno back to Cleveland for the 2009 season. Otieno, 34, is currently playing for Santos FC in the South African Premier League.
No return for Whitecaps veterans
Clarke, Kindel and Valente go unsigned by Vancouver
Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced that they will not offer new contracts to free agent defender/midfielders Jeff Clarke and Steve Kindel, and will not exercise the 2009 contract option on midfielder Alfredo Valente, based on philosophical differences.
Austin adds defender to squad
Aztex PDL player makes jump up the club ladder
The Austin Aztex FC has announced the signing of Kieron Bernard, the second addition to the 2009 USL First Division team. The Jamaican youth international was a defender for last year’s Aztex Premier Development League (PDL) squad, which won the Mid South Division Championship.
Whitecaps sign Justin Thompson
Timbers defender headed to Vancouver; Trafford re-signed
Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced today the signing of defender Justin Thompson and the re-signing of defender/midfielder Mason Trafford. Thompson and Trafford have both agreed to one-year contracts - plus an option.
Impact announce player moves
Montreal adds two, re-signs five plus coaches
The Montreal Impact announced that midfielders Sandro Grande and Félix Brillant, as well as defender Cédric Joqueviel have come to terms with the club, pending league’s approval. The team also recently announced the additions of Eduardo Sebrango and Stephen deRoux and the re-signing of Nevio Pizzolitto and Stefano Pesoli and the return of the coaching staff.
Gramenz named Thunder head coach
Interim tag removed after half a season in post
The Minnesota Thunder announced that Donny Gramenz, who was named interim coach of the Thunder in July, has been named head coach effective immediately. Gramenz, who guided the Thunder to the playoffs after taking over for Amos Magee, will become only the third head coach in the 20-year history of the Thunder.
Rhinos' Guppy off to Rapids position
The Rochester Rhinos announced today that Assistant Coach Steve Guppy will be leaving the club to become the Assistant Coach for the Colorado Rapids of Major League Soccer.
Timbers pick up Olum option
The Portland Timbers have exercised the option of midfielder Lawrence Olum, extending his contract with the club through the 2009 season, it was announced today. The 2009 season will mark Olum’s third with the Timbers.
Miami re-signs Saunders for 2009
Blues send netminder to LA on loan for rest of 2008
Miami FC announced today that goalkeeper Josh Saunders will return to the Blues in 2009, under a new contract that has been signed and will run until the end of the season. The club also announced that Saunders will join the Los Angeles Galaxy of MLS, on loan, for the remainder of 2008.
Whitecaps release three players
Djekanovic and Webb brothers dropped
Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced today that goalkeeper Srdjan Djekanovic, midfielder Mason Webb, and striker Nick Webb have been released by the club.
Battery sign Jamaican international
Woodbine joined by Seattle's Treschuk, Toronto's Hemming as new signings
The USL First Division Charleston Battery has added three players to its roster for the upcoming season. Jamaican national team defender O’Brian Woodbine as well as midfielders Kenji Treschuk and Tyler Hemming all join the Battery pending USSF approval. All three players featured for Charleston in the recent Carolina Challenge Cup.
Thunder's Gonzalez retires
Minnesota transfers Gibson to Cleveland
The Minnesota Thunder announced today that midfielder Luchi Gonzalez is retiring from professional soccer effective immediately. In other Thunder news, forward Leo Gibson has been transferred to the Cleveland City Stars for an undisclosed transfer fee.
Adams signs with Aztex
DC draft pick opts to sign with Austin upon return from Europe
Lyle Adams, a Jamaican-born defender who started all four years for Wake Forest University including the national championship team in 2007 and was drafted 26th overall by D.C. United in the 2009 draft, has signed with the Austin Aztex FC.
Glinton signs with RailHawks
The Carolina RailHawks announced today the addition of MLS champion and Turks and Caicos International Forward Gavin Glinton, pending League and USSF approval.
Battery sign Bobo, Yoshitake
The Charleston Battery has signed veteran defender Matt Bobo and Japanese midfielder Tsuyoshi Yoshitake for the upcoming USL First Division season. Bobo has spent the last three years with the USL-1 Atlanta Silverbacks while Yoshitake comes to the Battery from Japanese Club, Tokyo Verdy 1969.
RailHawks sign Sama
Sierra Leone international joins friend Bundu in Carolina
The Carolina RailHawks announced the signing of Sierra Leone international defender and captain Mustapha Pa Sama pending international clearance and USSF approval.
Cleveland adds Gordon Kljestan
Red Bulls midfielder joins promoted City Stars
The Cleveland City Stars have signed midfielder Gordon Kljestan from the MLS New York Red Bulls, pending U.S. Soccer Federation approval. The Red Bulls were the 2008 MLS Cup runners-up.
Harrisburg signs Harrison, Buffington
City Islanders also trade Pierce for Schwartzendruber
The Harrisburg City Islanders are excited to announce three new additions to the roster. Chase Harrison and Phil Buffington have signed on to join the 2009 squad. Also, the City Islanders have announced that defender Ryan Pierce has been traded to Crystal Palace Baltimore for Brandon Swartzendruber. All players are pending USL and USSF approval.
Ambersley returns to Rochester
Rhinos also sign former Crusader Short
The Rochester Rhinos announced Friday, the signing of midfielder Mike Ambersley to a two year contract and defender Nathaniel “Nano” Short to a one year deal. Both contracts are subject to USL and USSF approval.
Eagles duo return from RailHawks
Lemons and USL-2 MVP Coggins back with Charlotte for 2009
The Charlotte Eagles announced the signings of Jacob Coggins and Chris Lemons today, pending USSF approval. The two are reunited with Hall of Fame Coach Mark Steffens in 2009 after spending the 2008 season in the USL First Division with the Carolina RailHawks.
Whitecaps ink MLS defender Parke
Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced today the signing of defender Jeff Parke. Parke has agreed to a one-year contract, pending international clearance.
Islanders add Mediate, McClellan
Club also re-signs Noel for 2009
The Puerto Rico Islanders announced today that they have come to an agreement with midfielder Domenic Mediate (pending league approval) and goalkeeper Chris McClellan for the 2009 season. Forward Fabrice Noel will return to the Islanders for 2009 as well.
Battery sign veterans Antoniuk, Buete
The Charleston Battery has agreed to terms with forward Dan Antoniuk and midfielder Scott Buete for the 2009 USL First Division season pending USSF approval. Antoniuk joins the Battery after spending 2008 with the Carolina RailHawks. A native of Philadelphia, PA, Antoniuk has scored 30 goals in 136 games played. Buete comes to the Battery after playing the last three seasons with the Atlanta Silverbacks.
Timbers sign J-League veteran
The Portland Timbers today announced the club has signed Japanese defender Takuro Nishimura for the 2009 season pending league and USSF approval. Nishimura has been on trial with the club since the start of preseason training camp.
Miami signs Serna, Erpen
Blues also bring back Inacio
Miami FC announced that it has come to terms with returning Brazilian midfielder Leo Inacio Nunes as well as striker Diego Serna, and Argentine defender Facundo Erpen for the upcoming 2009 season. All three signings are subject to USL and USSF approval along with international clearance.
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