Rowdies Welcome Defender Yanis Leerman for 2026

December 23, 2025 - ST. PETERSBURG, Fla - The Tampa Bay Rowdies announced today the signing of defender Yanis Leerman ahead of the 2026 USL Championship season, pending league and federation approval. The 27-year-old defender comes to Tampa Bay following three seasons as a regular contributor for Loudoun United FC, where he appeared in 86 matches across all competitions. "Yanis has proven himself to be a top center back at this level, so we are excited about what he can bring to the Rowdies," said Rowdies Hea... Full Story

Rowdies Sign Defender Nathan Dossantos Ahead of 2026

December 22, 2025 - ST. PETERBUSGR, Fla - The Tampa Bay Rowdies announced today the addition of Canadian defender Nathan Dossantos for the upcoming 2026 USL Championship season, pending league and federation approval. The 26-year-old Ontario native joins the Rowdies after spending the past two seasons with the Charleston Battery, where he tallied three goals and three assists in 73 appearances across all competitions. "I'm delighted to add Nate to the group for 2026," said Rowdies Head Coach Dominic Casciato.... Full Story

Sporting JAX Takes Fall Finale over Tampa Bay Sun FC, 3-1

December 21, 2025 - JACKSONVILLE, Florida - Sporting JAX opened the scoring in the 28th minute before adding a second goal early in the second half. Tampa Bay Sun FC responded in the 65th minute when Jordan Fusco found the back of the net from close range, marking her first goal for the Club in her Tampa Bay Sun FC debut. Despite continued pressure and several late attacking moments, Sporting JAX added a third goal late in stoppage time to seal the result. The Sun created multiple chances throughout the match, i... Full Story

Rowdies Welcome Goalkeeper Austin Pack for 2026

December 19, 2025 - ST. PETERSBURG, Fla - The Tampa Bay Rowdies announced today the addition of 2023 USL League One Goalkeeper of the Year Austin Pack for the 2026 USL Championship season, pending league and federation approval. With over 100 combined appearances in USL League One and the USL Championship, Pack offers valuable experience in net for the Rowdies. The 31-year-old recently spent the 2025 season with USL League One's South Georgia Tormenta FC, recording five shutouts in 33 appearances across all com... Full Story

• Rowdies Welcome Goalkeeper Austin Pack for 2026 - Tampa Bay Rowdies (USL) December 19
• Rowdies Add Midfielder Louis Perez for 2026 - Tampa Bay Rowdies (USL) December 18
• Tampa Bay Sun FC Acquires Jordan Fusco on Loan from San Diego Wave FC - Tampa Bay Sun FC (GSL) December 17
• Rowdies Announce 2026 Schedule - Tampa Bay Rowdies (USL) December 16
• Rowdies Add Dynamic Forward MD Myers Ahead of 2026 - Tampa Bay Rowdies (USL) December 15
• Rowdies Add Midfielder Sebastian Cruz for 2026 - Tampa Bay Rowdies (USL) December 12
• Rowdies to Host Pittsburgh in 2026 Home Opener - Tampa Bay Rowdies (USL) December 11
• Rowdies Bring Aboard Forward Evan Conway for 2026 - Tampa Bay Rowdies (USL) December 10
• Rowdies Sign Jamaican International Goalkeeper Jahmali Waite - Tampa Bay Rowdies (USL) December 9
• Rowdies Part Ways with Defender Aaron Guillen - Tampa Bay Rowdies (USL) December 8
• Sun Ripped by Jacksonville - Tampa Bay Sun FC (GSL) December 8
• Tampa Bay Sun FC Unbeaten Streak Ends in Loss at Home - Tampa Bay Sun FC (GSL) December 6
• Preview: Tampa Bay Sun FC vs Sporting JAX - Tampa Bay Sun FC (GSL) December 5
• Rowdies Acquire Union Omaha Midfielder Max Schneider - Tampa Bay Rowdies (USL) December 5
• Tampa Bay Sun Foundation Expands Free-To-Play Opportunities Across Tampa Bay - Tampa Bay Sun FC (GSL) December 5
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December 20	GSL	Tampa Bay 1 at Jacksonville 3	Final
December 13	GSL	Brooklyn 3 at Tampa Bay 0	Final
December 6	GSL	Jacksonville 3 at Tampa Bay 0	Final
November 22	GSL	Lexington 1 at Tampa Bay 1	Final
November 15	GSL	Tampa Bay 1 at Fort Lauderdale 1	Final
November 9	GSL	Tampa Bay 1 at Spokane 0	Final
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• League leader: Sporting Club Jacksonville jumps to first place - GSL Florida Times-Union (December 21)
• Last-place Sun look to use time off as a reset going into the new year - GSL Tampa Bay Times (December 19)
• Second-half surge propels Brooklyn FC to a shutout of Tampa Bay Sun - GSL Tampa Bay Times (December 14)
• Tampa Bay Sun’s unbeaten streak ends with shutout loss to Sporting Jax - GSL Tampa Bay Times (December 7)
• Sporting Jax women's soccer keeps shutout streak going strong in win - GSL Florida Times-Union (December 7)
• St. Petersburg has ideas for Al Lang Stadium, including spring training - USL Tampa Bay Times (December 5)
• Tampa Bay Sun, Lexington SC extend unbeaten streaks in tied match - GSL Tampa Bay Times (November 23)
• After breaking through for 1st victory, Sun finally back on home pitch - GSL Tampa Bay Times (November 21)
• Velocity return to USL1 final with wild penalty shootout win over Portland Hearts of Pine - GSL Spokane Spokesman-Review (November 10)
• Detroit City FC draws in final regular season match but makes playoffs - USL Detroit News (October 26)
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