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USL-1 North Carolina FC

RailHawks Add Three to the Nest

January 28, 2009 - USL First Division (USL-1)
North Carolina FC News Release


The Carolina RailHawks announced today the signing of three more players to the 2009 roster, defender John Gilkerson, midfielder Luke Kreamalmeyer and midfielder Brian Plotkin pending League and USSF approval. These three players with tremendous experience in the MLS and the USL are sure to excite RailHawks fans when they make their debut against the New England Revolution on Saturday, March 14 2009, at 7:00 p.m. at WakeMed Soccer Park.

"These are three phenomenal players with extensive experience," said RailHawks Head Coach Martin Rennie. "Their knowledge of the game and their talent will be an invaluable and integral part of the RailHawks this season."

Brian Plotkin is arguably one of the most talented midfielders in the United States. He was drafted by the Chicago Fire in 2006 after spending his collegiate career at Indiana University where he won two back-to-back NCAA College Cups. While at Indiana he was also a finalist for the M.A.C. Hermann Trophy Award, one of the most prestigious honors in collegiate soccer. Between 2006 and 2008 Plotkin saw action in 23 games tallying one goal and one assist. In August of 2008 Plotkin transferred to MLS Cup Champions Columbus Crew.

Luke Kreamalmeyer is a midfielder who most recently played with the Rochester Rhinos. He was drafted by Salt Lake City of the MLS in 2005 and played in six matches before transferring to the Portland Timbers in 2006.He spent two years in Portland playing in 50 games and tallying nine goals. At the beginning of the 2008 season Kreamalmeyer was signed by the Rochester Rhinos. While at the Rhinos, he started all 30 games of the season and scored four goals and nine assists for 17 pts.

Defender John Gilkerson is a graduate from Winthrop University who was drafted by the New York Red Bulls in 2008. Gilkerson made his full professional debut for the Red Bulls on 1 July, 2008, in a US Open Cup third round game against Crystal Palace Baltimore.

The Carolina RailHawks' 2009 season ticket drive is in full swing with the "All-Inclusive" package, that includes the Major League Soccer exhibition against the New England Revolution on March 14, 2009, as well as other packages tailored to every soccer fan's needs. For more information contact the LGFCU Box Office at 919-859-KICK (5425) or visit www.carolinarailhawks.com.

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