STATESBORO, Ga. – South Georgia Tormenta FC has announced today that Lars Eckenrode will take over as interim coach for the club’s away match versus Forward Madison FC at 8 p.m. ET on Friday, Aug. 14.
The decision was made out of an abundance of caution following an initial unconfirmed positive COVID-19 test for two individuals on Tormenta FC’s 40-person covered list. The two individuals have been placed in isolation and are recovering in good spirits under the care of team physicians and infectious disease experts. In accordance with USL health and safety protocols, contact tracing has been conducted and those who have had close contact with the two individuals have also been placed in isolation. All league, local and state safety protocols continue to be followed by the club.
A captain for the University of Michigan’s men’s soccer team, Eckenrode earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Management from the university before turning pro in 2017. Following two seasons with Toronto FC II, Eckenrode joined Tormenta FC in December 2018 and has served as a leader and captain for the club since.
The former Toronto FC II defender also serves as a head coach within Tormenta FC’s Academy and coaches private lessons throughout the region. Prior to moving to South Georgia, Eckenrode coached for Saline FC in Saline, Michigan.
Tormenta FC values the continued support of its fans and the health and safety of everyone in our community will always be our highest priority. The club will continue to follow the guidance of the local health departments and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for all upcoming games at Erk Russell Park in Statesboro, Georgia.
For additional information and scheduling interviews, call (478-508-2604) or email: bodonnell@https://www.tormentafc.com.
STATESBORO, Ga. – South Georgia Tormenta FC has announced today that Lars Eckenrode will take over as interim coach for the club’s away match versus Forward Madison FC at 8 p.m. ET on Friday, Aug. 14.
The decision was made out of an abundance of caution following an initial unconfirmed positive COVID-19 test for two individuals on Tormenta FC’s 40-person covered list. The two individuals have been placed in isolation and are recovering in good spirits under the care of team physicians and infectious disease experts. In accordance with USL health and safety protocols, contact tracing has been conducted and those who have had close contact with the two individuals have also been placed in isolation. All league, local and state safety protocols continue to be followed by the club.
A captain for the University of Michigan’s men’s soccer team, Eckenrode earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Management from the university before turning pro in 2017. Following two seasons with Toronto FC II, Eckenrode joined Tormenta FC in December 2018 and has served as a leader and captain for the club since.
The former Toronto FC II defender also serves as a head coach within Tormenta FC’s Academy and coaches private lessons throughout the region. Prior to moving to South Georgia, Eckenrode coached for Saline FC in Saline, Michigan.
Tormenta FC values the continued support of its fans and the health and safety of everyone in our community will always be our highest priority. The club will continue to follow the guidance of the local health departments and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for all upcoming games at Erk Russell Park in Statesboro, Georgia.
For additional information and scheduling interviews, call (478-508-2604) or email: bodonnell@https://www.tormentafc.com.
