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Loudoun United FC Sign MLS Defender Laukoa Santos

January 13, 2023 - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Loudoun United FC News Release


Leesburg, VA. - Loudoun United FC announced today the acquisition of Laukoa 'Koa' Santos.

"Koa [Santos] was a player we scouted back in his college days, so we're excited to see him finally join our squad," Ryan Martin, Loudoun United FC Head Coach, said. "He is a talented attacking right back with great wide service. He can also drive centrally, which will give us some unique ways to change our build up from game to game."

On Feb. 22, 2022, Santos signed with Major League Soccer club Charlotte FC ahead of their inaugural season. The Hawaiian recorded an assist in a 5-1 Open Cup win against the Richmond Kickers on May 11, 2022. Koa made his MLS debut on June 25, 2022, in a 2-1 loss against CF Montreal. On Apr. 17, 2022, Santos was loaned to USL League One club, Charlotte Independence. The 5-foot-10-inch defender appeared in 19 matches for the Independence, recording one goal and two assists.

Prior to his professional career, Koa attended San Diego State University where he appeared in 58 matches, recording two goals and three assists. Notably, Santos became the first men's soccer player from the state of Hawaii to play in the PAC-12.

Player: Laukoa 'Koa' Santos

Position: Defender

Birthdate: 9/21/1999

Age: 23

Birthplace: Waikoloa, Hawaii

Height: 5'10"

Status: Domestic

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