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Coming off a hard fought victory against OKC Energy FC on Wednesday night, Orange County Soccer Club proved their playoff credentials as they beat Tulsa Roughnecks FC 5-0. 

Orange County SC took control of the match from the outset and in the 15th minute of play, midfielder Mats Bjurman sent a beautiful cross to forward Thomas Enevoldsen who headed the ball from the center of the box into the top corner, beating Roughnecks goalkeeper Fabian Cerda.  In the 19th minute, forward Mark Segbers passed to midfielder Richard Chaplow who capitalized on the deflection off a Roughnecks defender.  From 22 yards outside of the box, Chaplow fired the right footed strike to the top right corner of the net, putting Orange County SC up by two. 

Coming off a hard fought victory against OKC Energy FC on Wednesday night, Orange County Soccer Club proved their playoff credentials as they beat Tulsa Roughnecks FC 5-0. 

Orange County SC took control of the match from the outset and in the 15th minute of play, midfielder Mats Bjurman sent a beautiful cross to forward Thomas Enevoldsen who headed the ball from the center of the box into the top corner, beating Roughnecks goalkeeper Fabian Cerda.  In the 19th minute, forward Mark Segbers passed to midfielder Richard Chaplow who capitalized on the deflection off a Roughnecks defender.  From 22 yards outside of the box, Chaplow fired the right footed strike to the top right corner of the net, putting Orange County SC up by two. 

“We knew coming here would be tough, we knew that Tulsa would be up for the battle and that we had to be prepared for that,”  said Orange County SC midfielder Richard Chaplow.  “Again we stood up to that challenge, imposed ourselves on the game and were clinical in front of the goal.” 

Tulsa Roughnecks FC defensive midfielder Michael Binns was sent off with straight red in the 26th minute for a hard challenge, when he dove in cleats up on Orange County SC forward Mark Segbers.  From the resulting free kick Orange County SC made it 3-0, after the initial free kick was deflected off the wall, a fast acting Aodhan Quinn sent a beautiful pass to Thomas Enevoldsen who slotted the ball to the bottom right corner of the net, scoring his second goal of the night in the 29th minute.  The teams would end the half with Orange County SC leading three nil.   

The second half would prove equally satisfying for Orange County SC who didn’t let their foot off the gas.  In the 49th minute midfielder Richard Chaplow fired a cross to Thomas Enevoldsen who launched the shot from the right side of the six yard box, but the shot curled just right of the net. The 72nd minute would find the Roughnecks FC two men down when Lennon was sent off with a red card for violent conduct.  Orange County SC’s Chaplow and Enevoldsen would pair up again in the 77th minute. A brilliant cross from Chaplow provided Enevoldsen the perfect opening to launch a powerful strike to the low right corner of the net for his first hat trick of the season, giving Orange County SC the 4-0 lead. 

“We knew coming here would be tough, we knew that Tulsa would be up for the battle and that we had to be prepared for that,”  said Orange County SC midfielder Richard Chaplow.  “Again we stood up to that challenge, imposed ourselves on the game and were clinical in front of the goal.” 

Tulsa Roughnecks FC defensive midfielder Michael Binns was sent off with straight red in the 26th minute for a hard challenge, when he dove in cleats up on Orange County SC forward Mark Segbers.  From the resulting free kick Orange County SC made it 3-0, after the initial free kick was deflected off the wall, a fast acting Aodhan Quinn sent a beautiful pass to Thomas Enevoldsen who slotted the ball to the bottom right corner of the net, scoring his second goal of the night in the 29th minute.  The teams would end the half with Orange County SC leading three nil.   

The second half would prove equally satisfying for Orange County SC who didn’t let their foot off the gas.  In the 49th minute midfielder Richard Chaplow fired a cross to Thomas Enevoldsen who launched the shot from the right side of the six yard box, but the shot curled just right of the net. The 72nd minute would find the Roughnecks FC two men down when Lennon was sent off with a red card for violent conduct.  Orange County SC’s Chaplow and Enevoldsen would pair up again in the 77th minute. A brilliant cross from Chaplow provided Enevoldsen the perfect opening to launch a powerful strike to the low right corner of the net for his first hat trick of the season, giving Orange County SC the 4-0 lead. 

“For me it was nice to score three goals.  Always special when you make a hattrick,” said Orange County SC forward Thomas Enevoldsen.  “So can’t complain about these last two games both as a team and individually.”

Enevoldsen wasn’t done helping his team score goals for the night.  In the  81st minute he set up forward Michael Seaton who sent the ball behind Roughnecks goalkeeper Fabian Cerda, scoring Orange County’s fifth goal of the night.

“It’s the perfect way to end the first road trip of the season.  Of course it get’s easier when you have one man more, but at that time, we were already 2-0 up,” said Enevoldsen.  I see a lot of potential in this team and we can really do something this season!”

After making 611 passes and holding a passing accuracy rate of 87.2 percent, Orange County SC would close out the match with the 5-0 victory and the highest number of goals scored by the club under the new brand. 

“It’s a great win for us, back-to-back wins are big and we are really happy to close out two tough games with two clean sheets and six points,” said Chaplow

Orange County SC returns home to the Championship Soccer Stadium on Saturday, April 7th at 7:00 PM for the first installment of the 405 Derby again LA Galaxy II.  Tickets for upcoming home matches are available online at https://www.orangecountysoccer.com or via phone at (949) 647-GOAL. 

Photo Credit: Tulsa Roughnecks FC

“For me it was nice to score three goals.  Always special when you make a hattrick,” said Orange County SC forward Thomas Enevoldsen.  “So can’t complain about these last two games both as a team and individually.”

Enevoldsen wasn’t done helping his team score goals for the night.  In the  81st minute he set up forward Michael Seaton who sent the ball behind Roughnecks goalkeeper Fabian Cerda, scoring Orange County’s fifth goal of the night.

“It’s the perfect way to end the first road trip of the season.  Of course it get’s easier when you have one man more, but at that time, we were already 2-0 up,” said Enevoldsen.  I see a lot of potential in this team and we can really do something this season!”

After making 611 passes and holding a passing accuracy rate of 87.2 percent, Orange County SC would close out the match with the 5-0 victory and the highest number of goals scored by the club under the new brand. 

“It’s a great win for us, back-to-back wins are big and we are really happy to close out two tough games with two clean sheets and six points,” said Chaplow

Orange County SC returns home to the Championship Soccer Stadium on Saturday, April 7th at 7:00 PM for the first installment of the 405 Derby again LA Galaxy II.  Tickets for upcoming home matches are available online at https://www.orangecountysoccer.com or via phone at (949) 647-GOAL. 

Photo Credit: Tulsa Roughnecks FC

IRVINE, Calif. (March 28, 2018) – Orange County Soccer Club traveled to Oklahoma today for their first road trip of the 2018 season to tackle OKC Energy FC at Taft Stadium.  Orange County SC went into the match knowing it was important to set the pace early and get out on top of an aggressive OKC Energy and come out with the 1-0 win.

Within the first ten minutes of the match, it was clear Orange County SC would dominate the first half of play.  OKC Energy FC saw the damage that forwards Mark Segbers and Thomas Enevlodsen could do early on in the match.  In the second minute, Enevoldsen sent a skillful first time pass to Segbers who, from a tight angle, sent a low shot toward the net but it went slightly wide to the left.  Then in the 13th minute Segbers sent a low fizzing cross to Enevoldsen who finished confidently with a first time strike from the center of the box to the bottom left corner.  In the 40th minute, Enevoldsen linked with midfielder Richard Chaplow on the edge of the box, however Chaplow’s attempted left footed shot from outside the box barely missing to the right.  The teams would head to the locker rooms at the end of the half with Orange County SC up 1-0.

IRVINE, Calif. (March 28, 2018) – Orange County Soccer Club traveled to Oklahoma today for their first road trip of the 2018 season to tackle OKC Energy FC at Taft Stadium.  Orange County SC went into the match knowing it was important to set the pace early and get out on top of an aggressive OKC Energy and come out with the 1-0 win.

Within the first ten minutes of the match, it was clear Orange County SC would dominate the first half of play.  OKC Energy FC saw the damage that forwards Mark Segbers and Thomas Enevlodsen could do early on in the match.  In the second minute, Enevoldsen sent a skillful first time pass to Segbers who, from a tight angle, sent a low shot toward the net but it went slightly wide to the left.  Then in the 13th minute Segbers sent a low fizzing cross to Enevoldsen who finished confidently with a first time strike from the center of the box to the bottom left corner.  In the 40th minute, Enevoldsen linked with midfielder Richard Chaplow on the edge of the box, however Chaplow’s attempted left footed shot from outside the box barely missing to the right.  The teams would head to the locker rooms at the end of the half with Orange County SC up 1-0.

In the 56th minute, Orange County SC almost scored their second goal of the night when midfielder Mats Bjurman sent a cross to an awaiting Richard Chaplow.  Chaplow attempted a delightful lob from outside the box, beating Matt Van Oekel in the OKC goal but he was denied by the inside of the left post.  Orange County SC saw out the remainder of the half with relative ease, limiting OKC Energy to strikes from long distance and long balls into the box. The result hands Orange County SC both their first win and clean sheet of the season, they also became the first visiting team to win at Taft Stadium since July 2017.

"We came out the blocks quick and set the tone early, carrying out our game plan that was given to us," said Orange County SC midfielder Richard Chaplow.  "This helped us gain a firm grip on the game which ultimately lead to our goal.  It was a must win game for us as we feel we deserved more out of the last two games, we are delighted to be up and running with the win."

Orange County SC continue their Oklahoma road trip on Saturday, March 31st when the team tackles Tulsa Roughnecks FC at ONEOK Field at 1:00 PM (PST).  The match will be streamed online at uslsoccer.com/match-center.  The team returns home to the Championship Soccer Stadium on Saturday, April 7th at 7:00 PM for the first installment of the 405 Derby again LA Galaxy II.  Tickets for upcoming home matches are available online at https://www.orangecountysoccer.com or via phone at (949) 647-GOAL. 

Photo credit: Steven Christy | Energy FC

In the 56th minute, Orange County SC almost scored their second goal of the night when midfielder Mats Bjurman sent a cross to an awaiting Richard Chaplow.  Chaplow attempted a delightful lob from outside the box, beating Matt Van Oekel in the OKC goal but he was denied by the inside of the left post.  Orange County SC saw out the remainder of the half with relative ease, limiting OKC Energy to strikes from long distance and long balls into the box. The result hands Orange County SC both their first win and clean sheet of the season, they also became the first visiting team to win at Taft Stadium since July 2017.

“We came out the blocks quick and set the tone early, carrying out our game plan that was given to us,” said Orange County SC midfielder Richard Chaplow.  “This helped us gain a firm grip on the game which ultimately lead to our goal.  It was a must win game for us as we feel we deserved more out of the last two games, we are delighted to be up and running with the win.”

Orange County SC continue their Oklahoma road trip on Saturday, March 31st when the team tackles Tulsa Roughnecks FC at ONEOK Field at 1:00 PM (PST).  The match will be streamed online at uslsoccer.com/match-center.  The team returns home to the Championship Soccer Stadium on Saturday, April 7th at 7:00 PM for the first installment of the 405 Derby again LA Galaxy II.  Tickets for upcoming home matches are available online at https://www.orangecountysoccer.com or via phone at (949) 647-GOAL. 

Photo credit: Steven Christy | Energy FC

Orange County Soccer Club vs. Sacramento Republic FC
2018 USL Regular Season (Week 2)
Saturday, March 24, 2018 | 7:00 PM (PST)              
Orange County Great Park, Irvine, CA
Match Recap

IRVINE, Calif. (March 25, 2018) – Coming on the heels of an intense 1-1 draw against Phoenix Rising FC last week, Orange County Soccer Club played host to NorCal rival Sacramento Republic FC.  Orange County SC put in a valiant fight, however it was Sacramento Republic who came away with a 1-0 win and the three points.    

Orange County SC started the match strong with a counter attack in the 13th minute when forward Michael Seaton caught Sacramento Republic FC goalkeeper Josh Cohen off his line leaving an open goal for Orange County.  Seaton sent the cross to midfieder Koji Hashimoto but Sacramento defender Shannon Gomez cleared the shot off the line.  Orange County SC would get a second chance to capitalize in the 26th minute when Kontor Owusu-Ansah sent the cross to Seaton who headed the ball from the center of the box narrowly missed the target.  Sacramento Republic’s Villyan Bijev would try to capitalize on a corner in the 30th minute but it was lofted high and Orange County SC keeper Andre Rawls would make the save.  Midfielder Christian Duke sent a well weighted ball through to Thomas Enevoldsen in the 32nd minute who just missed high and right.  The teams would head into the half scoreless.   

Although Orange County SC proved dangerous at the start of the second half, the tides would turn in favor of Sacramento.  In the 66th minute forward Cameron Iwasa turned peeled back and carved a left footed shot around Orange County SC defender Alex Crognale sending the shot into the back of the net.  In the 70th minute, Orange County SC midfielder Christian Duke played it over the top in the direction of Thomas Enevoldsen but Enevoldsen would be called offsides.  The 74th minute would bring forward another challenge for Orange County SC when forward Michael Seaton made his run toward the penalty box as Josh Cohen came racing off his line causing the two to collide.  Seaton was sent off with a straight red card following the collision causing Orange County to play a man down.  Sacramento would hold off the attacking Orange County and capture the three points. 

Orange County SC head to Oklahoma for their next two matches.  First up, the club will look to take three points against OKC Energy FC at Taft Stadium on Wednesday, March 28 at 5:00 PM (PST).  The club will then continue their road trip in a matchup against Tulsa Roughnecks FC on Saturday, March 31 at ONEOK Field at 1:00 PM (PST).  The last time these two team met, Orange County SC took the three points at home.  Both matches will be streamed online at uslsoccer.com/match-center.  Tickets for upcoming home matches are available online at https://www.orangecountysoccer.com or via phone at (949) 647-GOAL. 

Orange County Soccer Club vs. Sacramento Republic FC
2018 USL Regular Season (Week 2)
Saturday, March 24, 2018 | 7:00 PM (PST)              
Orange County Great Park, Irvine, CA
Match Recap

IRVINE, Calif. (March 25, 2018) – Coming on the heels of an intense 1-1 draw against Phoenix Rising FC last week, Orange County Soccer Club played host to NorCal rival Sacramento Republic FC.  Orange County SC put in a valiant fight, however it was Sacramento Republic who came away with a 1-0 win and the three points.    

Orange County SC started the match strong with a counter attack in the 13th minute when forward Michael Seaton caught Sacramento Republic FC goalkeeper Josh Cohen off his line leaving an open goal for Orange County.  Seaton sent the cross to midfieder Koji Hashimoto but Sacramento defender Shannon Gomez cleared the shot off the line.  Orange County SC would get a second chance to capitalize in the 26th minute when Kontor Owusu-Ansah sent the cross to Seaton who headed the ball from the center of the box narrowly missed the target.  Sacramento Republic’s Villyan Bijev would try to capitalize on a corner in the 30th minute but it was lofted high and Orange County SC keeper Andre Rawls would make the save.  Midfielder Christian Duke sent a well weighted ball through to Thomas Enevoldsen in the 32nd minute who just missed high and right.  The teams would head into the half scoreless.   

Although Orange County SC proved dangerous at the start of the second half, the tides would turn in favor of Sacramento.  In the 66th minute forward Cameron Iwasa turned peeled back and carved a left footed shot around Orange County SC defender Alex Crognale sending the shot into the back of the net.  In the 70th minute, Orange County SC midfielder Christian Duke played it over the top in the direction of Thomas Enevoldsen but Enevoldsen would be called offsides.  The 74th minute would bring forward another challenge for Orange County SC when forward Michael Seaton made his run toward the penalty box as Josh Cohen came racing off his line causing the two to collide.  Seaton was sent off with a straight red card following the collision causing Orange County to play a man down.  Sacramento would hold off the attacking Orange County and capture the three points. 

Orange County SC head to Oklahoma for their next two matches.  First up, the club will look to take three points against OKC Energy FC at Taft Stadium on Wednesday, March 28 at 5:00 PM (PST).  The club will then continue their road trip in a matchup against Tulsa Roughnecks FC on Saturday, March 31 at ONEOK Field at 1:00 PM (PST).  The last time these two team met, Orange County SC took the three points at home.  Both matches will be streamed online at uslsoccer.com/match-center.  Tickets for upcoming home matches are available online at https://www.orangecountysoccer.com or via phone at (949) 647-GOAL. 

IRVINE, Calif. (March 18, 2018) – It was a night of firsts for Orange County SC, as the club celebrated its first home opener in Championship Soccer Stadium and Braeden Cloutier made his debut as Head Coach.  Cloutier, who has been with the organization for four years, marked his first game in charge with a point infront of a vocal home support.

“It felt great for my first game to be at home,” said Cloutier.  “I thought we had fantastic support and only wish we could have given them the three points.”

Phoenix Rising FC got off to a fast start as Billy Forbes would send the ball across the six-yard box in the 11th minute of the match as midfielder Solomon Asante made the run to the back of the box, meeting the ball and sending it into the back of the net.  After that moment, Orange County SC would control possession of the ball for the remainder of the game in a match rife with chances.  In the 22nd minute, Aodhan Quinn attempted a left footed shot from outside the box for OCSC but the shot would go high and right.  In 30th minute, Oscar Sorto was taken down in the box after attacking the right wing, however a penalty would not be awarded.  Near the end of the first half, Michael Seaton made a close-range header from the center of the box that smashed off the crossbar.

IRVINE, Calif. (March 18, 2018) – It was a night of firsts for Orange County SC, as the club celebrated its first home opener in Championship Soccer Stadium and Braeden Cloutier made his debut as Head Coach.  Cloutier, who has been with the organization for four years, marked his first game in charge with a point infront of a vocal home support.

“It felt great for my first game to be at home,” said Cloutier.  “I thought we had fantastic support and only wish we could have given them the three points.”

Phoenix Rising FC got off to a fast start as Billy Forbes would send the ball across the six-yard box in the 11th minute of the match as midfielder Solomon Asante made the run to the back of the box, meeting the ball and sending it into the back of the net.  After that moment, Orange County SC would control possession of the ball for the remainder of the game in a match rife with chances.  In the 22nd minute, Aodhan Quinn attempted a left footed shot from outside the box for OCSC but the shot would go high and right.  In 30th minute, Oscar Sorto was taken down in the box after attacking the right wing, however a penalty would not be awarded.  Near the end of the first half, Michael Seaton made a close-range header from the center of the box that smashed off the crossbar.

The second half would be equally exciting for the fans as the volley continued between the clubs.  In the 54th minute, following a corner, Thomas Juel-Nielsen headed a pass to an awaiting Mats Bjurman who took a right footed shot from the center of the box but the shot was just a bit too high. This would be the third time in four matches between the clubs that the match would be decided on a last-minute equalizer.  The goal came in the 90th minute when Alex Crognale sent a shot flying into the bottom right of the net.  Orange County SC wasn’t about to settle for a draw as they continued to fight in stoppage time.  Following a corner, Aodhan Quinn would send a cross to Thomas Juel-Nielsen who narrowly missed the goal as the shot went left.

Orange County SC face off against Sacramento Replublic FC at Championship Soccer Stadium at the Orange County Great Park this Saturday, March 24 at 7:00 PM.  The last time these two team met, Orange County SC took the three points at home.  Tickets for the upcoming match are still available online at https://www.orangecountysoccer.com or via phone at (949) 647-GOAL.

Photo credit: Liza Rosales

The second half would be equally exciting for the fans as the volley continued between the clubs.  In the 54th minute, following a corner, Thomas Juel-Nielsen headed a pass to an awaiting Mats Bjurman who took a right footed shot from the center of the box but the shot was just a bit too high. This would be the third time in four matches between the clubs that the match would be decided on a last-minute equalizer.  The goal came in the 90th minute when Alex Crognale sent a shot flying into the bottom right of the net.  Orange County SC wasn’t about to settle for a draw as they continued to fight in stoppage time.  Following a corner, Aodhan Quinn would send a cross to Thomas Juel-Nielsen who narrowly missed the goal as the shot went left.

Orange County SC face off against Sacramento Replublic FC at Championship Soccer Stadium at the Orange County Great Park this Saturday, March 24 at 7:00 PM.  The last time these two team met, Orange County SC took the three points at home.  Tickets for the upcoming match are still available online at https://www.orangecountysoccer.com or via phone at (949) 647-GOAL.

Photo credit: Liza Rosales

IRVINE, Calif. (March 15, 2018) – Orange County Soccer Club announced winger Mark Segbers will join the club on a season long loan from New England Revolution with the right to recall at any time during the loan period. 

The Revolution selected Segbers 9th overall in the 2018 MLS SuperDraft from the University of Wisconsin.  Segbers, 21, made 77 appearances for Wisconsin.  He collected 16 goals and 22 assists during his college career.  He was a Second Team All-Big Ten Conference selection in his senior year. 

“We have tracked Mark for some time after impressing the technical staff at the 2018 MLS Combine,” said Orange County SC Assistant GM and SVP of Player Recruitment & Soccer Operations, Peter Nugent.  “He is a dynamic player, who’s direct running and pace will cause opposing teams problems this year.”

Orange County SC will kick-off its home opener at Championship Soccer Stadium at the Orange County Great Park this Saturday, March 17 at 7:00 PM.  Tickets are available online at https://www.orangecountysoccer.com or via phone at (949) 647-GOAL.

Photo credit: New England Revolution

Mark Segbers
Position: Forward/Midfielder
Height: 5-10
Weight: 158 lbs.
Born: 04/18/1996
Birthplace: St. Louis, MO
Transaction:  On 2018 season long loan from New England Revolution with right to recall. 

IRVINE, Calif. (March 15, 2018) – Orange County Soccer Club announced winger Mark Segbers will join the club on a season long loan from New England Revolution with the right to recall at any time during the loan period. 

The Revolution selected Segbers 9th overall in the 2018 MLS SuperDraft from the University of Wisconsin.  Segbers, 21, made 77 appearances for Wisconsin.  He collected 16 goals and 22 assists during his college career.  He was a Second Team All-Big Ten Conference selection in his senior year. 

“We have tracked Mark for some time after impressing the technical staff at the 2018 MLS Combine,” said Orange County SC Assistant GM and SVP of Player Recruitment & Soccer Operations, Peter Nugent.  “He is a dynamic player, who’s direct running and pace will cause opposing teams problems this year.”

Orange County SC will kick-off its home opener at Championship Soccer Stadium at the Orange County Great Park this Saturday, March 17 at 7:00 PM.  Tickets are available online at https://www.orangecountysoccer.com or via phone at (949) 647-GOAL.

Photo credit: New England Revolution

Mark Segbers
Position: Forward/Midfielder
Height: 5-10
Weight: 158 lbs.
Born: 04/18/1996
Birthplace: St. Louis, MO
Transaction:  On 2018 season long loan from New England Revolution with right to recall. 

IRVINE, Calif. (March 15, 2018) – Center back Alex Crognale joins Orange County Soccer Club on season long loan from Columbus Crew SC (“Crew”) for the duration of the 2018 season, it was announced today.  The Crew will have the right to recall Crognale at any time during the loan peiord.  Crognale has made 19 appearances for the Crew, with 1 assist.

“Alex is an extremely athletic center back that will provide us the support we will need from the back,” said Orange County SC Head Coach, Braeden Cloutier.  “He is very strong in the air, a great passer of the ball and comes from a fantastic organization who always look to play progressive soccer.”

Crognale made his professional debut for the Crew on March 18, 2017 against D.C. United.  A product of Columbus Crew SC’s Academy, Crognale, 23 was signed to a Homegrown Player contract by the Crew on December 20, 2016. 

He won back-to-back State Cups in 2012 and 2013 while with the University of Maryland.  He captained the Terrapins to a third straight Big Ten tourney title and was named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year. He was also chosen for the First-Team All-American in 2015 and was a MAC Herman Trophy semi-finalist in 2015.  He had 73 appearances, scoring 11 goals and tallying 3 assists for Maryland over four seasons. 

Orange County SC will kick-off its home opener at Championship Soccer Stadium at the Orange County Great Park this Saturday, March 17 at 7:00 PM.  Tickets are available online at https://www.orangecountysoccer.com or via phone at (949) 647-GOAL.

Photo credit: Columbus Crew SC

Alex Crognale
Position: Defender
Height: 6-5
Weight: 201 lbs.
Born: 08/27/1994
Birthplace: Columbus, Ohio
Transaction:  On 2018 season long loan from Columbus Crew SC with right to recall. 

IRVINE, Calif. (March 15, 2018) – Center back Alex Crognale joins Orange County Soccer Club on season long loan from Columbus Crew SC (“Crew”) for the duration of the 2018 season, it was announced today.  The Crew will have the right to recall Crognale at any time during the loan peiord.  Crognale has made 19 appearances for the Crew, with 1 assist.

“Alex is an extremely athletic center back that will provide us the support we will need from the back,” said Orange County SC Head Coach, Braeden Cloutier.  “He is very strong in the air, a great passer of the ball and comes from a fantastic organization who always look to play progressive soccer.”

Crognale made his professional debut for the Crew on March 18, 2017 against D.C. United.  A product of Columbus Crew SC’s Academy, Crognale, 23 was signed to a Homegrown Player contract by the Crew on December 20, 2016. 

He won back-to-back State Cups in 2012 and 2013 while with the University of Maryland.  He captained the Terrapins to a third straight Big Ten tourney title and was named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year. He was also chosen for the First-Team All-American in 2015 and was a MAC Herman Trophy semi-finalist in 2015.  He had 73 appearances, scoring 11 goals and tallying 3 assists for Maryland over four seasons. 

Orange County SC will kick-off its home opener at Championship Soccer Stadium at the Orange County Great Park this Saturday, March 17 at 7:00 PM.  Tickets are available online at https://www.orangecountysoccer.com or via phone at (949) 647-GOAL.

Photo credit: Columbus Crew SC

Alex Crognale
Position: Defender
Height: 6-5
Weight: 201 lbs.
Born: 08/27/1994
Birthplace: Columbus, Ohio
Transaction:  On 2018 season long loan from Columbus Crew SC with right to recall. 

IRVINE, Calif. (March 15, 2018) – Orange County Soccer Club announced today Goalkeeper Andre Rawls will join the club on season long loan from New York City FC (“NYCFC”) for the duration of the 2018 season.  However, NYCFC will have the right to recall Rawls at any time during the loan period.

“Andre has been with NYCFC for the past three seasons, a club with a technical staff that speaks very highly of him.  I know they wanted to get him games and continue his development, which is great for us too,” said Orange County SC Head Coach, Braeden Cloutier.  “With Frans Hoek as our technical director and our need for another quality goalkeeper to fill out our squad, it’s a win-win for both organizations.” 

Rawls, 26, was drafted by NYCFC in the 3rd round of the 2015 SuperDraft as part of the club’s College Protected List.  Prior to signing with NYCFC on March 3, 2016, Rawls, 26, played for NYCFC’s United Soccer League affiliate at the time, the Wilmington Hammerheads in 2015 where he made 22 starts.  He was drafted from St. Mary’s College in 2015 where he set the schools record for career goals against average with a 0.98 per game average.

Orange County SC will kick-off its home opener at Championship Soccer Stadium at the Orange County Great Park this Saturday, March 17 at 7:00 PM.  Tickets are available online at https://www.orangecountysoccer.com or via phone at (949) 647-GOAL. 

Photo credit: New York City Football Club

Andre Rawls
Position: Goalkeeper
Height: 6-2
Weight: 182 lbs.
Born: 12/20/1991
Birthplace: Saint Louis, MO
Transaction: Loaned to Orange County SC on 2018 season long loan from New York City FC with right to recall

IRVINE, Calif. (March 15, 2018) – Orange County Soccer Club announced today Goalkeeper Andre Rawls will join the club on season long loan from New York City FC (“NYCFC”) for the duration of the 2018 season.  However, NYCFC will have the right to recall Rawls at any time during the loan period.

“Andre has been with NYCFC for the past three seasons, a club with a technical staff that speaks very highly of him.  I know they wanted to get him games and continue his development, which is great for us too,” said Orange County SC Head Coach, Braeden Cloutier.  “With Frans Hoek as our technical director and our need for another quality goalkeeper to fill out our squad, it’s a win-win for both organizations.” 

Rawls, 26, was drafted by NYCFC in the 3rd round of the 2015 SuperDraft as part of the club’s College Protected List.  Prior to signing with NYCFC on March 3, 2016, Rawls, 26, played for NYCFC’s United Soccer League affiliate at the time, the Wilmington Hammerheads in 2015 where he made 22 starts.  He was drafted from St. Mary’s College in 2015 where he set the schools record for career goals against average with a 0.98 per game average.

Orange County SC will kick-off its home opener at Championship Soccer Stadium at the Orange County Great Park this Saturday, March 17 at 7:00 PM.  Tickets are available online at https://www.orangecountysoccer.com or via phone at (949) 647-GOAL. 

Photo credit: New York City Football Club

Andre Rawls
Position: Goalkeeper
Height: 6-2
Weight: 182 lbs.
Born: 12/20/1991
Birthplace: Saint Louis, MO
Transaction: Loaned to Orange County SC on 2018 season long loan from New York City FC with right to recall

IRVINE, Calif. (March 15, 2018) – Orange County Soccer Club announced today the signing of talented 15-year-old goalkeeper Aaron Cervantes to his first professional United Soccer League contract.  Cervantes joins Orange County SC from Irvine-based powerhouse youth club Pateadores SC.    

"The signing of Aaron is a huge first step towards creating the ‘pathway to professional soccer’ in Orange County that I have spoken about since the day I purchased the team 18 months ago," said Orange County SC Owner James Keston. "We expect Aaron to be the first of many young Southern California players with world-class talent to be signed by OCSC and given the opportunity to prove themselves against top level professionals.  We did not sign Aaron to join an Academy or to sit on the bench…we signed him because we expect him to earn a spot and play on our first team."

IRVINE, Calif. (March 15, 2018) – Orange County Soccer Club announced today the signing of talented 15-year-old goalkeeper Aaron Cervantes to his first professional United Soccer League contract.  Cervantes joins Orange County SC from Irvine-based powerhouse youth club Pateadores SC.    

“The signing of Aaron is a huge first step towards creating the ‘pathway to professional soccer’ in Orange County that I have spoken about since the day I purchased the team 18 months ago,” said Orange County SC Owner James Keston. “We expect Aaron to be the first of many young Southern California players with world-class talent to be signed by OCSC and given the opportunity to prove themselves against top level professionals.  We did not sign Aaron to join an Academy or to sit on the bench…we signed him because we expect him to earn a spot and play on our first team.”

A Southern California native from Chino Hills, Cervantes joins LA Galaxy II’s Efrain Alvarez and Bethlehem Steel FC’s Thomas Romero as one of the youngest players in league history to sign a professional contract.  Cervantes will turn 16 on March 20.  Alvarez and Romero were 15 year olds when they made their professional debuts. 

“Aaron is an incredible talent whose ability as a goalkeeper and maturity as a young man are way beyond his years,” said Orange County SC General Manager & Executive Vice President Oliver Wyss.  “Aaron is a landmark signing for our club and he represents exactly the type of player we are looking for as we continue to build the pathway to professional soccer here in Orange County.  Aaron will flourish in our professional environment both on and off the field and has a very bright future ahead of him!”

A Southern California native from Chino Hills, Cervantes joins LA Galaxy II’s Efrain Alvarez and Bethlehem Steel FC’s Thomas Romero as one of the youngest players in league history to sign a professional contract.  Cervantes will turn 16 on March 20.  Alvarez and Romero were 15 year olds when they made their professional debuts. 

“Aaron is an incredible talent whose ability as a goalkeeper and maturity as a young man are way beyond his years,” said Orange County SC General Manager & Executive Vice President Oliver Wyss.  “Aaron is a landmark signing for our club and he represents exactly the type of player we are looking for as we continue to build the pathway to professional soccer here in Orange County.  Aaron will flourish in our professional environment both on and off the field and has a very bright future ahead of him!”

Cervantes began his soccer career playing for the LA Galaxy youth academy and had multiple call ups to the US Youth National Team training camps.   After joining the Pateadores in the summer of 2017 and a strong start to his Academy season, Cervantes was most recently called up to the U17 Men’s National Team nine-day training camp at the Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center last month.  

“It is very exciting to be working with such a young talent like Aaron!  I had the privilege to work with him for two years when he was 11-12 years old.  I am very proud of the progress he has made in such a short period of time.  You could see his potential with his work rate and dedication,” said Orange County SC Head Coach, Braeden Cloutier.  “Even though he is only 15, he fits right in with the senior experienced pros!  He is just at the beginning of this amazing journey and still has a tremendous amount to learn, but if he continues to work hard and learn from Victor and Frans, the skies the limit for him!” 

Orange County SC will kick-off its 2018 season with its home opener at Championship Soccer Stadium at the Orange County Great Park this Saturday, March 17 at 7:00 PM.  Tickets are available online at https://www.orangecountysoccer.com or via phone at (949) 647-GOAL. 

Aaron Cervantes
Position: Goalkeeper
Height: 5-11
Weight: 160 lbs.
Born: 03/20/2002
Birthplace: Chino Hills, CA

Cervantes began his soccer career playing for the LA Galaxy youth academy and had multiple call ups to the US Youth National Team training camps.   After joining the Pateadores in the summer of 2017 and a strong start to his Academy season, Cervantes was most recently called up to the U17 Men’s National Team nine-day training camp at the Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center last month.  

“It is very exciting to be working with such a young talent like Aaron!  I had the privilege to work with him for two years when he was 11-12 years old.  I am very proud of the progress he has made in such a short period of time.  You could see his potential with his work rate and dedication,” said Orange County SC Head Coach, Braeden Cloutier.  “Even though he is only 15, he fits right in with the senior experienced pros!  He is just at the beginning of this amazing journey and still has a tremendous amount to learn, but if he continues to work hard and learn from Victor and Frans, the skies the limit for him!” 

Orange County SC will kick-off its 2018 season with its home opener at Championship Soccer Stadium at the Orange County Great Park this Saturday, March 17 at 7:00 PM.  Tickets are available online at https://www.orangecountysoccer.com or via phone at (949) 647-GOAL. 

Aaron Cervantes
Position: Goalkeeper
Height: 5-11
Weight: 160 lbs.
Born: 03/20/2002
Birthplace: Chino Hills, CA

IRVINE, Calif. (March 15, 2018) – Orange County Soccer Club announced the signing of defender Walker Hume. The Dallas born center back joined Orange County SC in 2017 on loan from FC Dallas.  A late-season addition, Hume made 9 appearances for the club. 

“I’m very happy to have Walker back with us and am looking forward to having him with us for a full season.  He made a big impact for us at the end of last season in the short period of time he was with us on loan from FC Dallas,” said Orange County SC Head Coach, Braeden Cloutier.  “He’s very comfortable on the ball and reads the game really well.  He’s a great teammate who fits perfectly with how we want to play.”

Hume, 24, was selected by FC Dallas in the 2nd Round of the 2017 MLS Super Draft.  He began playing in college with Rollins College before transitioning to UNC at Chapel Hill during the 2014 season.  During college, Hume appeared for Austin Aztex and Midland/Odessa Sockers.  He then signed with Portland Timbers U23s.  

Orange County SC will kick-off its home opener at Championship Soccer Stadium at the Orange County Great Park this Saturday, March 17 at 7:00 PM.  Tickets are available online at https://www.orangecountysoccer.com or via phone at (949) 647-GOAL. 

Walker Hume
Position: Defender
Height: 6-5
Weight: 203 lbs.
Born: 08/22/1993
Birthplace: Dallas, TX

IRVINE, Calif. (March 15, 2018) – Orange County Soccer Club announced the signing of defender Walker Hume. The Dallas born center back joined Orange County SC in 2017 on loan from FC Dallas.  A late-season addition, Hume made 9 appearances for the club. 

“I’m very happy to have Walker back with us and am looking forward to having him with us for a full season.  He made a big impact for us at the end of last season in the short period of time he was with us on loan from FC Dallas,” said Orange County SC Head Coach, Braeden Cloutier.  “He’s very comfortable on the ball and reads the game really well.  He’s a great teammate who fits perfectly with how we want to play.”

Hume, 24, was selected by FC Dallas in the 2nd Round of the 2017 MLS Super Draft.  He began playing in college with Rollins College before transitioning to UNC at Chapel Hill during the 2014 season.  During college, Hume appeared for Austin Aztex and Midland/Odessa Sockers.  He then signed with Portland Timbers U23s.  

Orange County SC will kick-off its home opener at Championship Soccer Stadium at the Orange County Great Park this Saturday, March 17 at 7:00 PM.  Tickets are available online at https://www.orangecountysoccer.com or via phone at (949) 647-GOAL. 

Walker Hume
Position: Defender
Height: 6-5
Weight: 203 lbs.
Born: 08/22/1993
Birthplace: Dallas, TX

IRVINE, Calif. (March 12, 2018) – Orange County Soccer Club announced the signing of UC Irvine senior and 2017 Big West Conference Offensive Player of the year, forward Giovanni Godoy.  Godoy was named to the All-Big West Conference, First Team for his outstanding 2017 performance in the league scoring 13 goals, four of which were game-winning.  The 22-year-old Watsonville, CA native was 1 of 60 NCAA Division I men’s soccer players to be invited to the 2018 MLS adidas Player Combine.

“Giovanni is a player that I got familiar with this past college season locally at UC Irvine.  He was rewarded with his solid season with an invite to the MLS combine.,” said Orange County SC Head Coach, Braeden Cloutier.  “Godoy came into our preseason from day one with a fantastic attitude and work ethic. He is an extremely intelligent player that I have been very impressed with this preseason."

IRVINE, Calif. (March 12, 2018) – Orange County Soccer Club announced the signing of UC Irvine senior and 2017 Big West Conference Offensive Player of the year, forward Giovanni Godoy.  Godoy was named to the All-Big West Conference, First Team for his outstanding 2017 performance in the league scoring 13 goals, four of which were game-winning.  The 22-year-old Watsonville, CA native was 1 of 60 NCAA Division I men’s soccer players to be invited to the 2018 MLS adidas Player Combine.

“Giovanni is a player that I got familiar with this past college season locally at UC Irvine.  He was rewarded with his solid season with an invite to the MLS combine.,” said Orange County SC Head Coach, Braeden Cloutier.  “Godoy came into our preseason from day one with a fantastic attitude and work ethic. He is an extremely intelligent player that I have been very impressed with this preseason.”

Godoy played club soccer with Santa Cruz Breakers and was ranked 92nd on Top Drawer Soccer’s list of 150 recruits in 2013, 5th in the Northern California region.  In 2013 he played for SCU Bakersfield recording 2 goals, including 1 game-winner and assisted in 2 other goals.  He transferred to UCI during his junior year tying the team lead with 3 goals and 1 game-winner, adding 2 assist.  He joins Orange County SC after completing preseason training camp.

Giovanni Ramos-Godoy
Position: Forward
Height: 6-0
Weight: 162 lbs.
Born: 04/15/1995
Birthplace: Watsonville, CA

Godoy played club soccer with Santa Cruz Breakers and was ranked 92nd on Top Drawer Soccer’s list of 150 recruits in 2013, 5th in the Northern California region.  In 2013 he played for SCU Bakersfield recording 2 goals, including 1 game-winner and assisted in 2 other goals.  He transferred to UCI during his junior year tying the team lead with 3 goals and 1 game-winner, adding 2 assist.  He joins Orange County SC after completing preseason training camp.

Giovanni Ramos-Godoy
Position: Forward
Height: 6-0
Weight: 162 lbs.
Born: 04/15/1995
Birthplace: Watsonville, CA