Two More Players Added to Phoenix FC Roster
November 19, 2012 - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Phoenix FC News Release
Phoenix, ARIZ. ( Nov. 19, 2012 ) - Phoenix FC, Arizona's premiere professional soccer franchise celebrating its inaugural season in 2013, has signed two more players to their current roster. Player contracts have been completed with Midfielder/Defender Reid Schmitt and Forward Aaron King.
Schmitt is a local Phoenix product by way of Desert Vista High School and a short stint with Mesa Community College. The club's intent was to sign quality local players and Phoenix-born Schmitt, 25, fits the bill after having played a full season for FC Tucson of the PDL. Schmitt's contract is pending United States Soccer Federation (USSF) approval.
King, 28, is a seasoned professional known for his outstanding speed, size and skill. With experience at several professional U.S. soccer levels, King is expected to be an offensive force. King's contract is al so pending USSF approval.
"As promised, we will be signing local talent as evidenced with the Reid Schmitt signing. Aaron is a player with tremendous upside and is fully healthy after a February injury", said General Manager Rui Filipe Bento.
Per club policy, financial details of player contracts will not be disclosed.
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