The Simcoe County Rovers FC announced important new signings to the Men’s team to support the returning core group of players preparing to defend the championship title won in 2023.
Moving into their third season, the Rovers have the added excitement of representing League1 in the Canadian Championships. The Canadian Championships see Canadian teams from Major League Soccer including Toronto FC, Vancouver Whitecaps and CF Montreal, the Canadian Premier League, Canada’s Professional Domestic League and League 1 Canada teams face off against each other.
The new additions to the team include goalkeeper Rimi Olatunji, defender Jordan Barclay, forward Nathaniel St. Louis, and midfielders Matt Passacquale and Matthew Fisher.
Coach Zico Mahrady is pleased by what he has thus far in training from this group and how they will contribute to the club this upcoming season.
“Our new signings support the growth of the club and allow us to continue building for the future. I’m excited to have them join us as they are talented and hungry individuals who understand our style of play and want to develop as footballers. This new group along with our returning core will be fun to watch this season.”
Experience and Leadership
Canadian International, Doneil Henry who is training with the men’s team and providing guidance to the coaching staff from a technical perspective is looking forward to working with the new additions.
“The club is extremely excited with the new acquisitions that will only bolster the core of our team. Rimi and Matt both bring professional experience and leadership skills that we hope will bring success, not only during the League1 season but also in the Canadian Championship tournament run.
“We are all eagerly looking forward to the team taking shape in the pre-season under the leadership of Coach Zico.”
Training for the 2024 season commenced February 5th and will run for approximately eleven (11) weeks leading up to the season opener of the League1 Ontario campaign the week of April 22nd. The Simcoe County Rovers Men’s and Women’s will play their home matches out of J.C Massie Field at Georgian College, Barrie.
For more information on the Simcoe County Rovers FC, including ticket purchase options and sponsorship opportunities, please visit www.roversfc.ca