Union Omaha carried their momentum with the first Tuesday signing announcement of the 2024 calendar year, following their first announcement with the addition of a familiar face in defender Blake Malone. No stranger to success, Malone won the 2018 US Soccer Development Academy National Championship with his U16/17 Seattle Sounder FC Academy teammates. Before enrollingContinue reading “Union Omaha Signs 2021 Owl Malone”
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Union Omaha Signs Two New Defenders
Union Omaha fans received a double dose of Tuesday magic, as the club announced the signing of two defenders – Luca Mastrantonio and Marco Milanese. While their hometowns in Italy are separated by about 112 miles, their arrival in Omaha involved drastically different paths. Defender Luca Mastrantonio Luca Mastrantonio enters his third year of USLContinue reading “Union Omaha Signs Two New Defenders”
Academy Contracts: Part One
From where I sat in the stadium on Saturday night against FC Tucson, I had a great view of Tucson right back, Tommy Silva, constantly chirping at the referee, like he was the star of a U-19 team. Well, not too long ago Silva WAS the star of a team of high school players, playingContinue reading “Academy Contracts: Part One”
The Journey: Illal Osmanu
At the age of 18 what would you have been willing to do to pursue your dreams? Could you have imagined getting on a plane, traveling for almost 27 hours, traversing across three continents, and showing up in the middle of the night, with no cell phone, in a place you’ve only heard of recently?Continue reading “The Journey: Illal Osmanu”
USL One Week 2 Roundup
USL One’s first full slate of games began this past weekend. Week two provided action across the country which showcased new players, beautiful goals and a nine man squad. Here is League One’s roundup from week 2: Greenville Triumph 3-2 Richmond Kickers Triumph continue their perfect season with two wins inside their first two games.Continue reading “USL One Week 2 Roundup”
Preview: Union Omaha vs New England Revolution II
The first game of the USL One season is finally here. Two brand new teams face off to begin their inaugural campaigns, Union Omaha and the New England Revolution II. The Owls head to Foxborough, Massachusetts to face the MLS reserve side at Gillette Stadium. Kickoff is slated for 4pm CST on Saturday, July 25th. Continue reading “Preview: Union Omaha vs New England Revolution II”
Meet the Owls: New Signings
Five new signings join the roster of Union Omaha for the inaugural 2020 season. Three of the five players officially signed before the Wasatch Cup with Rashid Nuhu, John “JP” Scearce and Tyler David on the official team. On March 2, Illa Osmanu and Sebastian Contreras signed officially with Union Omaha. These two were someContinue reading “Meet the Owls: New Signings”
Meet the Owls: Sousa & Hauswirth
Union Omaha announced three new signing on Jan. 31. Midfielder Ferrety Sousa, defender Luke Hauswirth and forward Elvir Ibisevic. These three singings will be joining a squad that is primed for their inaugural season. Sousa and Hauswirth will be previewed as Ibisevic will be highlighted with the rest of the forwards next week. Ferrety SousaContinue reading “Meet the Owls: Sousa & Hauswirth”
Meet the Owls: Defenders
On Jan. 14, Union Omaha announced the first batch of signings that will be competing in the 2020 inaugural season. 13 players consisting of local talent, USL experience and international success will represent Union Omaha on the field. Over the next couple weeks, a detailed description along with videos will be used to showcase theContinue reading “Meet the Owls: Defenders”
Who Gives A Hoot? 