Earlier today, Union Omaha treated its fans to a second helping of player signings. This time, the club brought news of a player new to the area. Giovanni Montesdeoca has signed with the Owls for the 2022 League One season.
The Dallas native and forward has quite the history already: University of North Carolina standout, three Final Four appearances with the Tarheels, Third Team All-American, and two-time national champion while playing for the academy at FC Dallas. With his already-productive career, the 23 year-old looks to add more lines to his crowded resume, but is even more determined to continue crowding his trophy shelf.
In today’s press release from Union Omaha, Giovanni Montesdeoca said:
“I am extremely blessed and thankful for this opportunity to join Union Omaha. The club’s success recently has shown this is a winning culture! I will give everything for this club and to add positive value to the team in any way possible. I’m looking forward to meeting the staff, my teammates and most importantly the fans!”
Union Omaha coach Jay Mims had high praise for the newest Owl in today’s press release, saying:
“I love Giovanni’s background and I know he will fit in culturally within our team. He had a great youth career with FC Dallas and was able to really excel at UNC. He is excited to get to work and we are eager to start coaching him.”
In 2021, Giovanni Montesdeoca spent time with Loudoun United FC in the USL Championship. Having signed his contract with Loudoun United FC in July of 2021, the forward was able to find playing time in 13 of the remaining 17 matches of the club’s season. Despite Loudoun United’s difficult campaign last season, Montesdeoca looks to reverse his fortunes this season by helping the Owls defend their title.
As a part of the 2022 Union Omaha roster, Montesdeoca will be able to test his skills in the preseason against a club that is very familiar to his family. On March 12th, Union Omaha will travel to Kansas City and take the field against Sporting Kansas City II. Purely coincidental, but Montesdeoca’s uncle, Jose Luis Burciaga, played several seasons with the then-Kansas City Wizards [Editors Note: And for the COLORADO RAPIDS in 2008.] Less than a week later, Giovanni will battle with Union Omaha as they take on St. Louis City SC 2, the reserve side for the new MLS club. The clash is scheduled for March 18th and will provide a quality competitive experience for the Owls.
The announcement of Giovanni joining the Owls continues to build the excitement as preseason matches are only a month away. There are still several roster spots to be filled, so follow Who Gives A Hoot on social media and keep checking for the latest news surrounding the club. With the regular season fast approaching, we’ll keep you fully informed about the club, the league, and all of the fun, and random, information you never knew you wanted to know. We’re the gift the keeps on giving…because we give a hoot. ¡Viva Búhos!
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