Eagles Excited to Add Jorge Herrera
February 6, 2014 - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Charlotte Eagles News Release
Charlotte, NC - Eagles veteran Jorge Herrera and the Charlotte Eagles are happy to announce that the Colombian midfielder is returning for his eighth season with the Eagles, pending USSF registration.
Herrera, 33, finished his 2012 campaign with 10 goals and 4 assists. His 10 goals were a career high in an Eagles jersey, topping the nine he scored en route to 2008 USL Second Division runner up finish. He now sits at third all-time in goals scored behind only Dustin Swinehart and Jacob Coggins in franchise history. His 32 career assists are second only to Dustin Swinehart.
Coach Mark Steffens was excited to have Jorge back for the 2014 season. "Jorge provides so much for us both on and off the field. He had one of his best seasons on the field last year. He also provides tremendous leadership off the field, leading a bible study for the Spanish speaking players on our team. Our coaching staff is thrilled to have him back and believe he will pick up where he left off last season!"
Last season Jorge was named second team All-USL PRO. In his career Herrera has been a finalist for the 2008 USL2 MVP finishing behind teammate Dustin Swinehart and has also been named First Team USL Second Division in 2008, 2009 and 2010 and First Team USL Pro in 2011.
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