USL Rochester Rhinos

Rhinos Sign Midfielder

August 12, 2016 - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Rochester Rhinos News Release


ROCHESTER, NY- Rhinos add depth to the midfield with signing of Gaousso (Gow-Sou) Bakayoko.

Gaousso Bakayoko has been training with the team for the past few weeks, and is expected to add a physical presence in the midfield.

"Gaousso brings a physical presence in the middle of the park. A good passer, but an even better ball winner." says Head Coach Bob Lilley about the teams newest signing.

Bakayoko comes from the Ivory Coast where he played with Rhinos forward Steevan Dos Santos. Bakayoko previously played a season in the Cape Verdean league.

He comes to the Rhinos as a Central Midfielder.

The team travels to Louisville this weekend in a rematch of the Eastern Conference Championship. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. at Louisville Slugger Field.



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