Strikers Solidify Attacking Options
Published on April 14, 2011 under North American Soccer League (NASL)
Fort Lauderdale Strikers News Release
Fort Lauderdale, FL (April 14, 2011) The Fort Lauderdale Strikers announced today that they have signed forward Jean Philippe Peguero and attacking midfielder Yoximar Granado. Per team policy the terms of the deals were not disclosed.
"Yoximar is a very dynamic right wing player with great speed and skill who will add quality to our attack. Peguero is a player that can add leadership qualities to our team and will hopefully be another player who's going to score goals for us," said Head Coach Daryl Shore.
Peguero, 29, began his career with Haitian club Don Bosco in 2002 before joining the Colorado Rapids of MLS. Peguero played two seasons for Colorado, before signing with the New York Red Bulls for the 2006 season. After the 2006 season, Peguero signed with Brondby IF of the Danish Superliga where he played for two seasons. Peguero has also appeared for the Haitian National Team 19 times scoring 13 goals.
Granado, 19, hails from Cali, Colombia. Playing as a wide midfielder or as a removed forward, Granado will add yet another weapon to the Strikers' offense. Granado is a product of CDEF Carlos Sarmiento Lora and has spent time with Argentina's First Division side Quilmes, as well as with the Chicago Fire of MLS.
For ticket information for this Friday's match against the NSC Minnesota Stars,,visit www.strikers.com or call (954)606-0400.
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