USL Rochester Rhinos

Rhinos Build Roster As They Take On Charlotte This Weekend

Published on May 13, 2016 under United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Rochester Rhinos News Release


ROCHESTER, NY - The Rochester Rhino continue to build as they welcome two new players to the roster for this Saturday's game. Sofiane Tergou and Michele Guilavogui join the team on the attacking end as they take on Charlotte Independence this weekend at Rhinos Stadium.

Tergou, who started his soccer career in Bitche, France as a 2010 graduate of Lycee Teyssier led Lycee Teyssier to the France University Championship as the top scorer. He went on to play at Southern New Hampshire University where he made the 2015 NSCAA All-America Teams for NCAA Division II teams.

Tergou is a creative midfielder who has a keen eye for a pass that will be an asset to the Rhinos offense. He has also won indoor championships with the Baltimore Blast.

Michele Guilavogui is also a new addition to the Rhinos roster. Guilavogui started his career in Guinea, but most recently played in Cape Verde similar to Rhinos forward Steevan Dos Santos. Michele is a quick and dynamic left footed attacker who excels in one on one situations.

"We're excited to have both players here and think they will bring creativity to the team." said Bob Lilley, coach of the Rochester Rhinos. "We are excited to develop their potential."

The Rochester Rhinos (4-1-1) finish their four game home stand this weekend against the Independence (5-2-1). The teams face each other for the first time this season, the game will pm. be held at Rhinos Stadium at 6:05 on Saturday, May 14. Gates open at 5:0 p.m.

Charlotte is known to challenge the Rhinos. Last season, the Independence gave the league champions their only loss of the regular season with a 4-2 victory over Rochester. The four goals conceded were the most Rochester let in all season. Prior to that their July 18, 2015 match ended in a draw. Charlotte Independence currently holds second place in the Eastern Conference standings while Rochester trails behind in fifth.

The match will be broadcasted on USL Match Center.

Rochester is coming off three straight wins at home and looking to finish off their home stand before hitting the road to face Orlando City B on the road next week. Last Friday, Rochester battled Charleston Battery in physical 3-2 victory. The defending champions are currently undefeated at home.

This is Charlotte's second road game of the week as the Independence tied the last place Wilmington Hammerheads FC Tuesday night 1-1. Saturday will be the Independence's third game in seven days. Key goal scorers for the Independence include Enso Martinez and Caleb Calvert who both have three goals this season.

Christian Volesky remains the leading point scorer for Rochester, totaling three goals and one assist. Other notable contributors include Kernardo Forbes who also has two goals this season and has had strong showings in Rochester's last few games.

With the Rhinos only three points behind Charlotte in the standings, the game is important for both teams. The Rhinos look to remain unbeaten at home while Charlotte is on a five game winning streak themselves.

Tickets for this match, as well as group sales, flex packs, and season ticket packages are available by calling (585)454-KICK (5425), by visiting the Rhinos box office at Rhinos Stadium Monday through Friday from 9AM to 5PM, or by visiting rhinossoccer.com.

2016 Records

ROC: 4-1-1; Home: 3-0-0; 8 Goal For, 5 Goals Against.

CLT: 5-2-1; Away: 1-1-1; 13 Goals For, 9 Goals Against.

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