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Tormenta FC to participate in 2022 Lamar Hunt U.S Open Cup

STATESBORO, Ga. – South Georgia Tormenta FC’s USL League One team has officially accepted its invitation to participate in the 107th edition of the Lamar Hunt U.S Open Cup.

Though successful in past tournaments, Tormenta FC 2 will be unable to field a team in 2022 due to the format changes of the U.S. Open Cup. In 2019, Tormenta FC 2 beat USL League One side Chattanooga Red Wolves 3-0 in Round One.

Tormenta FC will enter the U.S Open Cup in the second round which will be played from Apr. 2 – Apr. 5. The location and potential matchups will be determined by Round One of the Open Cup which begins play on March 22.

The club makes its third U.S Open Cup appearance after competing in 2018 and 2019. In 2022, Tormenta FC looks to go on a cup run and advance to the third round for the first time in club history.

The U.S Open Cup gives teams the ability to compete against all levels of U.S. Soccer for the chance of winning a national title. The tournament will be broadcasted live through ESPN+. A broadcast schedule will be confirmed at a later date.

For additional information and scheduling interviews, email: bodonnell@https://www.tormentafc.com.

Heading into its 107th edition, the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup – U.S. Soccer’s National Championship – is the only high-profile competition in American team sports where amateur sides can face professionals in meaningful competition. The history-filled tournament, conducted on a single-game, knockout basis and open to all professional and amateur teams affiliated with U.S. Soccer, crowned a champion annually from 1914 until 2019, with a hiatus for the last two years due to the pandemic.

In 1999, the oldest ongoing national soccer competition in the United States and the world’s third-longest continuously running open soccer tournament was renamed to honor United States soccer pioneer Lamar Hunt.

The 2022 U.S. Open Cup winner will earn $300,000 in prize money, a berth in the 2023 Concacaf Champions League and have its name engraved on the Dewar Challenge Trophy – one of the oldest nationally-contested trophies in American team sports – now on permanent display at the National Soccer Hall of Fame in Frisco, Texas. The runner-up will earn $100,000, while the team that advances the furthest from each lower division will take home a $25,000 cash prize.

Latinos in the 912

Jorge Gonzalez is one of the assistant coaches at Tormenta FC, and when he’s not getting the players into top physical shape, you can find Gonzalez out in the community. Gonzalez helps his community by teaching the sport we all love to those kids that want to learn.

Gonzalez was born in Palmira Valle del Cauca to Colombian parents; however, he departed to the United Kingdom after a few years. He was raised there until he departed to the United States. Gonzalez jokes around, saying, “those who meet me might be perplexed as to when I speak English, I have a British accent, but I am Latino! So many ask themselves, ‘how?’”

Gonzalez arrived in the United States in 2010, when he attended Bryan College and played for their men’s soccer team all four years. “Soccer has always been a blessing and has always opened many doors for me,” Gonzalez said.

Jorge Gonzalez is one of the assistant coaches at Tormenta FC, and when he’s not getting the players into top physical shape, you can find Gonzalez out in the community. Gonzalez helps his community by teaching the sport we all love to those kids that want to learn.

Gonzalez was born in Palmira Valle del Cauca to Colombian parents; however, he departed to the United Kingdom after a few years. He was raised there until he departed to the United States. Gonzalez jokes around, saying, “those who meet me might be perplexed as to when I speak English, I have a British accent, but I am Latino! So many ask themselves, ‘how?’”

Gonzalez arrived in the United States in 2010, when he attended Bryan College and played for their men’s soccer team all four years. “Soccer has always been a blessing and has always opened many doors for me,” Gonzalez said.

Gonzalez joined Tormenta FC in 2016, when former Head Coach John Miglarese brought him in as part of his USL League Two coaching staff (formerly known as PDL).

“My community is everything because if it were not for our Statesboro community, we would not be here today,” Gonzalez comments. “I love teaching the sport to anyone who wants to fall in love with it. I have been here since 2016, and since day one, I have felt at home.”

Futbol was always part of Gonzalez’s life. So how did his love for the sport start? “Soccer is something that was always in our home from hitting the ball in the street with my friends to playing at school. Outside of religion, music and food, soccer follows.

“Futbol is something that unites the community and unites people of many paths and different lifestyles. For example, there may be a person who has a lot of money or someone who has almost none, but the moment you start playing soccer, it’s the same field, the same goals, the same ball. Futbol is very beautiful, and it is a blessing that God gives us to be able to play this sport that we love very much.”

Gonzalez plays an essential role throughout the small but mighty Latino community in Statesboro – “the guy from Tormenta,” as he is often referred to. When it comes to futbol in Statesboro, Gonzalez is the man. He does everything from hosting tournaments to hosting free clinics for the community to helping Tormenta FC win games on the field.

Gonzalez joined Tormenta FC in 2016, when former Head Coach John Miglarese brought him in as part of his USL League Two coaching staff (formerly known as PDL).

“My community is everything because if it were not for our Statesboro community, we would not be here today,” Gonzalez comments. “I love teaching the sport to anyone who wants to fall in love with it. I have been here since 2016, and since day one, I have felt at home.”

Futbol was always part of Gonzalez’s life. So how did his love for the sport start? “Soccer is something that was always in our home from hitting the ball in the street with my friends to playing at school. Outside of religion, music and food, soccer follows.

“Futbol is something that unites the community and unites people of many paths and different lifestyles. For example, there may be a person who has a lot of money or someone who has almost none, but the moment you start playing soccer, it’s the same field, the same goals, the same ball. Futbol is very beautiful, and it is a blessing that God gives us to be able to play this sport that we love very much.”

Gonzalez plays an essential role throughout the small but mighty Latino community in Statesboro – “the guy from Tormenta,” as he is often referred to. When it comes to futbol in Statesboro, Gonzalez is the man. He does everything from hosting tournaments to hosting free clinics for the community to helping Tormenta FC win games on the field.

“We went to lunch at Surcheros [a fast-casual Tex-Mex restaurant], and there were two or three Latinos who were on their lunch break, and we started talking," Gonzalez said, recalling a meaningful interaction with a group of fans. "They liked soccer, so we invited them to the game, and I do not remember who we played against, but I remember the moment I heard a shout, “Hey, Jorge, Jorge!” I looked and they were there, they brought their wife, the children and everyone was filled with joy!

“We won that game,” Gonzalez added. “They told me they were our lucky charms, from then on, they kept on coming! And for me, it’s a very nice thing. As Latinos, it comes from the gut, from our heart. So it was very heartwarming to see how happy they were.”

A big part of Tormenta FC is helping the community, and although it is a football club, the community is always first.

“I think everyone at Tormenta FC wants to win the league, we know we have what it takes to bring the title to Statesboro, but we do not take the focus off our community, especially with the children who are growing up, who are beginning to love soccer, we want to be a positive influence to kids in the area.”

Gonzalez’s final message to the community is simple: support local.

“We need your support this year; we have so much to show the community, the stadium is set to launch soon, and we want everyone in Statesboro to be there,” Gonzalez said. “We want to do many beautiful things with you, off the pitch and on the pitch. I know 2022 will be a very successful year.”

“We went to lunch at Surcheros [a fast-casual Tex-Mex restaurant], and there were two or three Latinos who were on their lunch break, and we started talking,” Gonzalez said, recalling a meaningful interaction with a group of fans. “They liked soccer, so we invited them to the game, and I do not remember who we played against, but I remember the moment I heard a shout, “Hey, Jorge, Jorge!” I looked and they were there, they brought their wife, the children and everyone was filled with joy!

“We won that game,” Gonzalez added. “They told me they were our lucky charms, from then on, they kept on coming! And for me, it’s a very nice thing. As Latinos, it comes from the gut, from our heart. So it was very heartwarming to see how happy they were.”

A big part of Tormenta FC is helping the community, and although it is a football club, the community is always first.

“I think everyone at Tormenta FC wants to win the league, we know we have what it takes to bring the title to Statesboro, but we do not take the focus off our community, especially with the children who are growing up, who are beginning to love soccer, we want to be a positive influence to kids in the area.”

Gonzalez’s final message to the community is simple: support local.

“We need your support this year; we have so much to show the community, the stadium is set to launch soon, and we want everyone in Statesboro to be there,” Gonzalez said. “We want to do many beautiful things with you, off the pitch and on the pitch. I know 2022 will be a very successful year.”

Latinos del 912

Jorge González es uno de los asistentes técnicos de Tormenta FC, y cuando no está poniendo a los jugadores en plena forma física, puedes encontrar a González en la comunidad. González ayuda a su comunidad enseñando el deporte que todos amamos a aquellos niños que quieren aprender.

González nació en Palmira Valle del Cauca de padres colombianos; sin embargo, se marchó al Reino Unido a los pocos años. Allí se crió hasta que se marchó a Estados Unidos. González bromea diciendo que "quienes me conocen pueden quedarse perplejos porque cuando hablo inglés tengo acento británico, ¡pero soy latino! Así que muchos se preguntan "¿cómo?".

González llegó a Estados Unidos en 2010, donde asistió a Bryan College y jugó en su equipo de fútbol masculino los cuatro años. "El fútbol siempre ha sido una bendición y siempre me ha abierto muchas puertas", dijo González.
 

Jorge González es uno de los asistentes técnicos de Tormenta FC, y cuando no está poniendo a los jugadores en plena forma física, puedes encontrar a González en la comunidad. González ayuda a su comunidad enseñando el deporte que todos amamos a aquellos niños que quieren aprender.

González nació en Palmira Valle del Cauca de padres colombianos; sin embargo, se marchó al Reino Unido a los pocos años. Allí se crió hasta que se marchó a Estados Unidos. González bromea diciendo que “quienes me conocen pueden quedarse perplejos porque cuando hablo inglés tengo acento británico, ¡pero soy latino! Así que muchos se preguntan “¿cómo?”.

González llegó a Estados Unidos en 2010, donde asistió a Bryan College y jugó en su equipo de fútbol masculino los cuatro años. “El fútbol siempre ha sido una bendición y siempre me ha abierto muchas puertas”, dijo González.
 

González se unió a Tormenta FC en 2016, cuando el ex director técnico John Miglarese lo trajo como parte de su cuerpo técnico de la USL League Two (antes conocida como PDL).

"Mi comunidad lo es todo porque si no fuera por nuestra comunidad de Statesboro, no estaríamos aquí hoy", comenta González. "Me encanta enseñar este deporte a todo aquel que quiera enamorarse de él. Llevo aquí desde 2016 y desde el primer día me he sentido como en casa."

El fútbol siempre formó parte de la vida de González. ¿Cómo empezó su amor por este deporte? "El fútbol es algo que siempre estuvo en nuestra casa, desde patear la pelota en la calle con mis amigos hasta jugar en la escuela. Después de la religión, la música y la comida, sigue el fútbol.

"El fútbol es algo que une a la comunidad y une a personas de muchas trayectorias y diferentes estilos de vida. Por ejemplo, puede haber una persona que tenga mucho dinero o alguien que no tenga casi nada, pero en el momento en que empiezas a jugar al fútbol, es el mismo campo, las mismas porterías, el mismo balón. El fútbol es muy bonito, y es una bendición que Dios nos da para poder jugar este deporte que nos gusta mucho."

González desempeña un papel esencial en la pequeña pero poderosa comunidad Latina de Statesboro: "el chico de Tormenta", como se le suele llamar. Cuando se trata de fútbol en Statesboro, González Jorge es el hombre. Lo hace todo, desde la organización de torneos y clínicas gratuitas para la comunidad hasta ayudar al Tormenta FC a ganar partidos en el campo.
 

González se unió a Tormenta FC en 2016, cuando el ex director técnico John Miglarese lo trajo como parte de su cuerpo técnico de la USL League Two (antes conocida como PDL).

“Mi comunidad lo es todo porque si no fuera por nuestra comunidad de Statesboro, no estaríamos aquí hoy”, comenta González. “Me encanta enseñar este deporte a todo aquel que quiera enamorarse de él. Llevo aquí desde 2016 y desde el primer día me he sentido como en casa.”

El fútbol siempre formó parte de la vida de González. ¿Cómo empezó su amor por este deporte? “El fútbol es algo que siempre estuvo en nuestra casa, desde patear la pelota en la calle con mis amigos hasta jugar en la escuela. Después de la religión, la música y la comida, sigue el fútbol.

“El fútbol es algo que une a la comunidad y une a personas de muchas trayectorias y diferentes estilos de vida. Por ejemplo, puede haber una persona que tenga mucho dinero o alguien que no tenga casi nada, pero en el momento en que empiezas a jugar al fútbol, es el mismo campo, las mismas porterías, el mismo balón. El fútbol es muy bonito, y es una bendición que Dios nos da para poder jugar este deporte que nos gusta mucho.”

González desempeña un papel esencial en la pequeña pero poderosa comunidad Latina de Statesboro: “el chico de Tormenta”, como se le suele llamar. Cuando se trata de fútbol en Statesboro, González Jorge es el hombre. Lo hace todo, desde la organización de torneos y clínicas gratuitas para la comunidad hasta ayudar al Tormenta FC a ganar partidos en el campo.
 

"Fuimos a almorzar a Surcheros [un restaurante tex-mex rápido e informal], y había dos o tres latinos que estaban en su descanso para almorzar, y empezamos a hablar", dijo González, recordando una interacción significativa con un grupo de aficionados. "Les gustaba el fútbol, así que les invitamos al partido, y no recuerdo contra quién jugamos, pero recuerdo el momento en que oí un grito: "¡Eh, Jorge, Jorge!". Miré y estaban allí, trajeron a su mujer, a los niños y ¡todos se llenos de alegría!

"Ganamos ese partido", añadió González. "Me dijeron que eran nuestros amuletos, a partir de ahí, ¡siguieron viniendo! Y para mí es algo muy bonito. Como latinos, nos sale del corazón. Así que fue muy reconfortante ver lo felices que estaban".

Una gran parte de Tormenta FC es ayudar a la comunidad, y aunque es un club de fútbol, la comunidad es siempre lo primero.

"Creo que todos en Tormenta FC quieren ganar la liga, sabemos que tenemos lo que se necesita para traer el título a Statesboro, pero no quitamos el foco de nuestra comunidad, especialmente con los niños que están creciendo, que están empezando a amar el fútbol, queremos ser una influencia positiva para los niños de la zona."

El mensaje final de González a la comunidad es simple: apoyen a los locales.

"Necesitamos su apoyo este año; tenemos mucho que mostrar a la comunidad, el estadio se va a inaugurar pronto, y queremos que todo Statesboro esté allí", dijo González. "Queremos hacer muchas cosas bonitas con ustedes, fuera y dentro del campo. Sé que 2022 será un año muy exitoso".
 

“Fuimos a almorzar a Surcheros [un restaurante tex-mex rápido e informal], y había dos o tres latinos que estaban en su descanso para almorzar, y empezamos a hablar”, dijo González, recordando una interacción significativa con un grupo de aficionados. “Les gustaba el fútbol, así que les invitamos al partido, y no recuerdo contra quién jugamos, pero recuerdo el momento en que oí un grito: “¡Eh, Jorge, Jorge!”. Miré y estaban allí, trajeron a su mujer, a los niños y ¡todos se llenos de alegría!

“Ganamos ese partido”, añadió González. “Me dijeron que eran nuestros amuletos, a partir de ahí, ¡siguieron viniendo! Y para mí es algo muy bonito. Como latinos, nos sale del corazón. Así que fue muy reconfortante ver lo felices que estaban”.

Una gran parte de Tormenta FC es ayudar a la comunidad, y aunque es un club de fútbol, la comunidad es siempre lo primero.

“Creo que todos en Tormenta FC quieren ganar la liga, sabemos que tenemos lo que se necesita para traer el título a Statesboro, pero no quitamos el foco de nuestra comunidad, especialmente con los niños que están creciendo, que están empezando a amar el fútbol, queremos ser una influencia positiva para los niños de la zona.”

El mensaje final de González a la comunidad es simple: apoyen a los locales.

“Necesitamos su apoyo este año; tenemos mucho que mostrar a la comunidad, el estadio se va a inaugurar pronto, y queremos que todo Statesboro esté allí”, dijo González. “Queremos hacer muchas cosas bonitas con ustedes, fuera y dentro del campo. Sé que 2022 será un año muy exitoso”.
 

Top 10 Moments from 2021

STATESBORO, Ga. – Join South Georgia Tormenta FC as it looks back on the 2021 campaign and prepares for more success in 2022.

From creating history on the pitch to showing up for the local community, the Tormenta FC Top 10 takes a trip down memory lane and showcases 10 staff-voted moments from around the club this year.

STATESBORO, Ga. – Join South Georgia Tormenta FC as it looks back on the 2021 campaign and prepares for more success in 2022.

From creating history on the pitch to showing up for the local community, the Tormenta FC Top 10 takes a trip down memory lane and showcases 10 staff-voted moments from around the club this year.

Tormenta FC gained incredible experience taking the pitch amongst world football stars like Josef Martinez and Ezequiel Barco in March 2021. The USL League One squad created history as it competed in a preseason scrimmage against Atlanta United FC, the club’s first-ever matchup with a Major League Soccer team.

The squad put up a strong showing and held Atlanta scoreless for 60 minutes. Notably, Tormenta FC Academy talents Brittian Gottlieb and Grant Hampton also saw minutes against the MLS side.

The boys went on to defeat CF Montreal 2-0 in April, their second MLS matchup in club history.

Tormenta FC gained incredible experience taking the pitch amongst world football stars like Josef Martinez and Ezequiel Barco in March 2021. The USL League One squad created history as it competed in a preseason scrimmage against Atlanta United FC, the club’s first-ever matchup with a Major League Soccer team.

The squad put up a strong showing and held Atlanta scoreless for 60 minutes. Notably, Tormenta FC Academy talents Brittian Gottlieb and Grant Hampton also saw minutes against the MLS side.

The boys went on to defeat CF Montreal 2-0 in April, their second MLS matchup in club history.

In July 2021, Tormenta FC 2 made its third historic USL League Two Playoffs run with no shortage of passion.

While competing in the Southern Conference Quarterfinal, forward Michael Lawrence scored a beauty to solidify a 2-0 win against Lionsbridge FC. Lawrence celebrated in front of an electric stadium and traveling Tormenta FC fans in Newport News, Virginia. Tormenta FC 2 then defeated the Villages SC to advance and host the Southern Conference Final in Statesboro, Georgia.

In July 2021, Tormenta FC 2 made its third historic USL League Two Playoffs run with no shortage of passion.

While competing in the Southern Conference Quarterfinal, forward Michael Lawrence scored a beauty to solidify a 2-0 win against Lionsbridge FC. Lawrence celebrated in front of an electric stadium and traveling Tormenta FC fans in Newport News, Virginia. Tormenta FC 2 then defeated the Villages SC to advance and host the Southern Conference Final in Statesboro, Georgia.

Tormenta FC Academy saw major growth in 2021 with even more pathways for local boys and girls to play the game they love.

From the club’s inaugural season in MLS Next to winning multiple championships to record-breaking Recreation and Top Soccer attendance, the sport has expanded tremendously throughout Georgia and South Carolina making TFC Academy the biggest academy in the region. We cannot wait to see what 2022 brings.

Tormenta FC Academy saw major growth in 2021 with even more pathways for local boys and girls to play the game they love.

From the club’s inaugural season in MLS Next to winning multiple championships to record-breaking Recreation and Top Soccer attendance, the sport has expanded tremendously throughout Georgia and South Carolina making TFC Academy the biggest academy in the region. We cannot wait to see what 2022 brings.

Heading into the League Two season, University of Charleston (West Virginia) teammates Gabriel Cabral and Alexis Ledoux were already close, but during their time with Tormenta FC 2, the two created lifelong memories.

With Cabral now signed to the USL League One roster and Ledoux with several eligible collegiate years left, their time together at the club doesn’t have to end.

Heading into the League Two season, University of Charleston (West Virginia) teammates Gabriel Cabral and Alexis Ledoux were already close, but during their time with Tormenta FC 2, the two created lifelong memories.

With Cabral now signed to the USL League One roster and Ledoux with several eligible collegiate years left, their time together at the club doesn’t have to end.

Our squads found ways to be present in the local community throughout 2021. From hosting camps to packing school supplies to mentoring children, Tormenta players did everything to build deeper relationships in the area.

Here, captain Pablo Jara lived out a lifelong dream of being a firefighter while training with the Statesboro Fire Department ahead of the club’s Community Heroes night at Erk Russell Park.

Our squads found ways to be present in the local community throughout 2021. From hosting camps to packing school supplies to mentoring children, Tormenta players did everything to build deeper relationships in the area.

Here, captain Pablo Jara lived out a lifelong dream of being a firefighter while training with the Statesboro Fire Department ahead of the club’s Community Heroes night at Erk Russell Park.

Tormenta FC continued to break barriers this year and announced a team in the inaugural USL W League team, kicking off in 2022.

Tormenta FC Women will expand the girls' pathway and create more elite opportunities for female talent in South Georgia and the Lowcountry of South Carolina. The club looks forward to keeping proven talent local and inspiring future generations.

Tormenta FC continued to break barriers this year and announced a team in the inaugural USL W League team, kicking off in 2022.

Tormenta FC Women will expand the girls’ pathway and create more elite opportunities for female talent in South Georgia and the Lowcountry of South Carolina. The club looks forward to keeping proven talent local and inspiring future generations.

Lead goalscorer Marco Micaletto showed his heart and passion for the game in front of Tormenta Nation throughout the season.

In June, the Italian midfielder converted a late penalty in the 83rd minute to seal a 3-1 home win over rival Greenville Triumph SC. With one season left under Micaletto's contract, fans are sure to see more of this excitement in 2022.

Lead goalscorer Marco Micaletto showed his heart and passion for the game in front of Tormenta Nation throughout the season.

In June, the Italian midfielder converted a late penalty in the 83rd minute to seal a 3-1 home win over rival Greenville Triumph SC. With one season left under Micaletto’s contract, fans are sure to see more of this excitement in 2022.

It’s always a show when Tormenta FC and Greenville Triumph SC go head-to-head. In August, Luca Mayr-Fälten opened the scoring in a tough road match versus Greenville and celebrated midair in front of traveling Tormenta fans.

The celebrations were just getting started as Tormenta FC went on to win both this match and the whole season series 3-1.

It’s always a show when Tormenta FC and Greenville Triumph SC go head-to-head. In August, Luca Mayr-Fälten opened the scoring in a tough road match versus Greenville and celebrated midair in front of traveling Tormenta fans.

The celebrations were just getting started as Tormenta FC went on to win both this match and the whole season series 3-1.

If you have not seen her by now, meet Elise Holcey. The Savannah native striker joined TFC Academy in 2019 and quickly excelled to the top of the girl’s program, where she was named captain of the 2003/04 Girls Ibis team while playing up a year in age.

Holcey made history in November as Tormenta FC’s first-ever USL W League signing. With Tormenta FC Women's inaugural season kicking off in May, 2022 is sure to be even more historic and groundbreaking.

If you have not seen her by now, meet Elise Holcey. The Savannah native striker joined TFC Academy in 2019 and quickly excelled to the top of the girl’s program, where she was named captain of the 2003/04 Girls Ibis team while playing up a year in age.

Holcey made history in November as Tormenta FC’s first-ever USL W League signing. With Tormenta FC Women’s inaugural season kicking off in May, 2022 is sure to be even more historic and groundbreaking.

Tormenta FC is more than just a football club, and football is more than a game. Tormenta Nation is a family, reaching fans young and old across the 912 and beyond, all bonding over a common love of the game.

On the behalf of TFC owners, coaching staff, front office and players, thank you to Tormenta Nation for your everlasting support and passion. Everything we do, it's for the 912. Can't wait to see y'all on game day. ¡Vamos Tormenta!

Tormenta FC is more than just a football club, and football is more than a game. Tormenta Nation is a family, reaching fans young and old across the 912 and beyond, all bonding over a common love of the game.

On the behalf of TFC owners, coaching staff, front office and players, thank you to Tormenta Nation for your everlasting support and passion. Everything we do, it’s for the 912. Can’t wait to see y’all on game day. ¡Vamos Tormenta!

Tormenta FC Reveals 2022 USL League One Schedule

STATESBORO, Ga. – South Georgia Tormenta FC is excited to announce its full 2022 USL League One schedule as the club prepares for growth in its seventh season of play. The upcoming campaign features 15 home matches in a 30-game schedule, with League One’s top six regular-season finishers earning a spot in the League One Playoffs.

The Statesboro squad looks to harness an electric atmosphere for its home opener on Saturday, April 2, versus North Carolina FC and will play its second home match against Union Omaha on Saturday, April 16.

“We know Cat 5 and our community will come out in force to support our guys wherever they play, and within 2022, we also know we will transition into a new facility,” TFC Head Coach Ian Cameron said. “That move is an exciting one for our club, community, and for soccer in our region. In the meantime, we plan to put on a show anytime a team visits Statesboro, knowing we hope to capture a championship in the new facility come October.

“Our opening two fixtures see us pitted against opponents with very different game models. NCFC has a little bit of MLS modeling in their structure, adding academy talent into the mix with experienced pros, while Omaha is solely in the business of winning championships. With both games to be played at home, we aim to get wins on the board early and build a platform for our championship campaign.”

Tormenta FC will then begin its road schedule, facing two 2021 playoff contenders, Greenville Triumph SC and FC Tucson. After recording nine goals in its 2021 series with Greenville, Tormenta FC looks for another victory at Legacy Early Park on Saturday, April 23. Tormenta FC will then visit FC Tucson on Saturday, April 30, for another early season test on the road.

2022 will also see new faces with the Northern Colorado Hailstorm and Central Valley Fuego making their League One debuts. Tormenta FC will host the Fuego on Saturday, May 21, and meet the Hailstorm on Saturday, June 11, in Windsor, Colorado.

“The variety of opponents in this league remains key to the development of our players, making it a fertile landscape for our academy and college graduates to cut their teeth in proper professional matches and atmospheres,” TFC Head Coach Ian Cameron said.

The growing roster features a strong core of seven returners ready for a championship run, with the added power of new midfielder talent Gabriel Cabral, a Tormenta FC 2 alumni who earned a spot on the 2021 USL League Two Team of the Year.

With new player signings, kit reveals and more coming in the New Year, fans should download the Tormenta FC app or follow the club on social media to stay up to date.

The club looks forward to welcoming Tormenta Nation to its new 5,300-seat stadium set to open its doors in 2022. Supporters can now purchase season tickets in advance to guarantee their spot at every home match, available with 12-month payment plans. For families and new fans, the club also offers Flex Ticket packages which include ten General Admission or VIP tickets redeemable at any regular-season home match.

For additional information and scheduling interviews, call (478-508-2604) or email bodonnell@https://www.tormentafc.com.

Tormenta FC Announces Front Office Updates Ahead of 2022

STATESBORO, Ga. – South Georgia Tormenta FC has announced a front-office restructure as it prepares for exponential growth around the club. Amongst the front office movement, Aaron Cranford and Bryce Judy have been promoted to Senior Director of Business Operations and Senior Director of Soccer Operations, respectively.

Additionally, TFC Academy’s Lindsay Gray will now work closely with the club’s professional side as the Director of Annual Giving, bringing over six years of experience from TMX Finance. Tormenta FC also welcomes two new coordinator positions to its Communications and Community Relations department. Brian Evans joined the staff in June 2021 and will serve as the Coordinator of Digital Media and Events heading into the 2022 season. Edwin Pintor recently moved South after working with the Maryland Bobcats to join the Tormenta FC Front Office as the Coordinator of Public Relations and Engagement.

Todd Bergstrom will remain in his role as the Director of Corporate Partnerships, while Bernadette O’Donnell will remain as the Director of Communications and Community Relations.

“I know I speak for Netra Van Tassell and Jeff Spencer in saying how fortunate we are to be surrounded by talented professionals at Tormenta,” Tormenta FC Co-Owner and President Darin Van Tassell said. “There is no better time to go forward than the present, so restructuring our administrative roles of Tormenta FC will help the people that work here to push their talents to the next level.

“Bryce Judy earned the opportunity to manage the soccer operations for all of our divisions, and Aaron Cranford’s vision for the business operations side of the franchise combined to create an important sense of energy. Coupled with the renewed emphasis on the departments run by current Vice President of Tormenta FC Academy Brad Nein and current Technical Director Ian Cameron, the franchise has its best days in front of us.”

Cranford joined Tormenta FC in January 2020 as the Director of Marketing and brought extensive experience from his time with the United Soccer League and Lansing Ignite FC. There, the Chapel Hill alum helped launch the newly-formed League One and assisted with all things communications, public relations and social media.

Cranford will now oversee and manage all day-to-day business operations of the front office. This includes defining and implementing department strategies, monitoring sales and sponsorship performance and supporting the club’s digital marketing and social media, among other things.

“I’m thrilled with the opportunity to step into this elevated role and guide the front office towards success on the business side,” Cranford said. “I want to thank Jeff Spencer and Darin and Netra R. Van Tassell and look forward to leading the front office during an important stage in Tormenta FC’s history with the construction of the club’s new stadium in 2022.”

A native of Statesboro, Georgia, Judy has multi-league experience in soccer operations, from Orlando City SC in Major League Soccer to helping build Tormenta FC’s operations department since 2016 across the club’s four USL squads.

Judy will now oversee all Soccer Operations including gameday operations, travel, alumni relations, player contracts/registration and venue security. The West Georgia graduate will also ensure that the USL policies are met by acting as the club’s Team Administrator.

“I’m excited to be stepping into this new role with the club,” Judy said. “The opportunity to oversee the soccer operations for Tormenta FC with a new stadium on the horizon is an exciting time for both myself and the club.”

In 2022, Tormenta FC will field squads in every level of the United Soccer League: USL League One, USL League Two, USL W League and USL Academy, while also running an extensive Academy system throughout the region and its new 5,300-seat stadium set to open its doors to the public for the first time this upcoming season.

With numerous announcements coming, including schedule alignment and dates, player announcements, a kit launch and more, fans should download the Tormenta FC app and follow the club on social media to stay in the loop.

Supporters can also now secure their seats for the upcoming seasons. With an array of ticket options available like 2022 Season Memberships+ and Flex Ticket Plans, Tormenta FC has a ticket option for everyone. For additional information and scheduling interviews, call (478-508-2604) or email bodonnell@https://www.tormentafc.com.

Tormenta FC Adds Midfielder Gabriel Cabral on Two-Year Deal

STATESBORO, Ga. – South Georgia Tormenta FC and Brazilian midfielder Gabriel Cabral have agreed to a two-year contract with an option for 2024, pending league and federation approval. The former Tormenta FC 2 captain signs his first professional contract after impressing on and off the pitch with the club’s USL League Two side in 2021.

“Gabriel is a player that our USL League Two coaches were privileged to work with every day, and whom I also wanted to get the opportunity to work with,” Tormenta FC Head Coach Ian Cameron said. “He embodies all the human qualities that you want to see in a player, and that transmits to a very intelligent athlete on the field.

“The modern game necessitates midfielders who are full of action both with and against the ball. That’s Cabral. He’s locked in at all times, and we can’t wait for him to continue to represent our club in the next few years.” 

Cabral captained TFC 2 to a winning 10-3-1 season, helping the team to its third USL League Two playoff run. The Brazilian midfielder played 10 matches and contributed three goals and three assists, often stunning the crowd with his incredible strikes from afar. Cabral also earned himself a place on the 2021 League Two Team of the Year.

Before his arrival with Tormenta FC 2, Cabral spent three years with the University of Charleston West Virginia, before ending his collegiate career at UNC Wilmington. Cabral has earned numerous collegiate honors including leading Charleston to its historic first NCAA DII National Championship.

“I am super appreciative of Tormenta FC for giving me the opportunity to sign my first professional contract,” Cabral commented. “Throughout my time with TFC 2, everyone made me feel welcomed, the fans were impeccable, and the Tormenta FC project is just getting started.

“I want to help the team and community in whatever way I can. I want to help the club win the USL League One championship.”

Tormenta FC will play its matches on Optim Health System Field at its new state-of-the-art stadium in Statesboro, which will also serve as the home to the USL W League team, the USL League Two squad, and Georgia Southern University Men’s and Women’s NCAA Division I soccer teams.

Tormenta FC fans can now secure their seats at the new Tormenta Stadium opening in 2022. With numerous ticket options available like 2022 Season Memberships+ and Flex Plans, Tormenta FC has a ticket option for everyone. For additional information and scheduling interviews, call (478-508-2604) or email bodonnell@https://www.tormentafc.com.

Tormenta FC, Joshua Phelps Agree to New Two-Year Deal

STATESBORO, Ga. – South Georgia Tormenta FC and defender Joshua Phelps have agreed to a new two-year contract, pending league and federation approval. The Tormenta FC center back will return this season for his sixth with the club and fourth as a professional. 

Originally signing with Tormenta FC 2 in 2017, the Australian moved his way up to the first team and continues to leave his legacy on Statesboro. In September 2018, Phelps made history signing Tormenta FC’s first professional contract, as well as being the first player in the newly-formed USL League One. Now in year six, Phelps returns to the club knowing the importance of obtaining a winning season at Tormenta FC. 

“The middle third of the 2021 season was by far our club's most promising period, and there's no coincidence that this coincided with Josh being at the heart of the back line,” TFC Head Coach Ian Cameron stated. “We strongly feel Josh can improve as a player and with a full preseason with the staff, we're excited to help him reach his potential. His athletic qualities enable us to play in the image of our soccer philosophy, and he remains integral to our quest of bringing a championship to Statesboro."

STATESBORO, Ga. – South Georgia Tormenta FC and defender Joshua Phelps have agreed to a new two-year contract, pending league and federation approval. The Tormenta FC center back will return this season for his sixth with the club and fourth as a professional. 

Originally signing with Tormenta FC 2 in 2017, the Australian moved his way up to the first team and continues to leave his legacy on Statesboro. In September 2018, Phelps made history signing Tormenta FC’s first professional contract, as well as being the first player in the newly-formed USL League One. Now in year six, Phelps returns to the club knowing the importance of obtaining a winning season at Tormenta FC. 

“The middle third of the 2021 season was by far our club’s most promising period, and there’s no coincidence that this coincided with Josh being at the heart of the back line,” TFC Head Coach Ian Cameron stated. “We strongly feel Josh can improve as a player and with a full preseason with the staff, we’re excited to help him reach his potential. His athletic qualities enable us to play in the image of our soccer philosophy, and he remains integral to our quest of bringing a championship to Statesboro.”

In the 2021 USL League One season, Phelps appeared in 18 games, 17 of those as a starter. Phelps contributed one goal on the season and played 1,500 minutes. Throughout his tenure at Tormenta FC, Phelps has proven to be a versatile player; Phelps, although a center back, has played as a striker on occasions when needed. In addition, Phelps has appeared four times in the USL League One Team of the Week since arriving at the club. 

“Statesboro has become my home away from home, and I have unfinished business in the 912,” Phelps said. “We are building something very special at Tormenta, and I am here to create a unique history and leave a legacy at Tormenta.”

Tormenta FC will play its matches on Optim Health System Field at its new state-of-the-art stadium in Statesboro, which will also serve as the home to its USL W League team, USL League Two squad, and Georgia Southern University Men’s and Women’s NCAA Division I soccer teams.

Phelps joins Billhardt, Jara, Micaletto, Michael, Mueller and Thorn for the 2022 season. Tormenta FC fans can now secure their seats at the new Tormenta Stadium opening in 2022. With numerous ticket options available like 2022 Season Memberships+ and Flex Plans, Tormenta FC has a ticket option for everyone.

For additional information and scheduling interviews, call (478-508-2604) or email bodonnell@https://www.tormentafc.com.

In the 2021 USL League One season, Phelps appeared in 18 games, 17 of those as a starter. Phelps contributed one goal on the season and played 1,500 minutes. Throughout his tenure at Tormenta FC, Phelps has proven to be a versatile player; Phelps, although a center back, has played as a striker on occasions when needed. In addition, Phelps has appeared four times in the USL League One Team of the Week since arriving at the club. 

“Statesboro has become my home away from home, and I have unfinished business in the 912,” Phelps said. “We are building something very special at Tormenta, and I am here to create a unique history and leave a legacy at Tormenta.”

Tormenta FC will play its matches on Optim Health System Field at its new state-of-the-art stadium in Statesboro, which will also serve as the home to its USL W League team, USL League Two squad, and Georgia Southern University Men’s and Women’s NCAA Division I soccer teams.

Phelps joins Billhardt, Jara, Micaletto, Michael, Mueller and Thorn for the 2022 season. Tormenta FC fans can now secure their seats at the new Tormenta Stadium opening in 2022. With numerous ticket options available like 2022 Season Memberships+ and Flex Plans, Tormenta FC has a ticket option for everyone.

For additional information and scheduling interviews, call (478-508-2604) or email bodonnell@https://www.tormentafc.com.

Tormenta FC anuncia pruebas abiertas de cara a 2022

STATESBORO, Ga. – En preparación para las temporadas 2022 de la USL League One y USL League Two, South Georgia Tormenta FC ha anunciado los detalles de la prueba abierta masculina programada para el sábado 5 de febrero.

Los medios de comunicación están invitados a asistir mientras los aspirantes se prueban frente al cuerpo técnico del club en Tormenta FC Training ground en Statesboro, Georgia, de 10 a.m. ET a 3:30 p.m. ET.

STATESBORO, Ga. – En preparación para las temporadas 2022 de la USL League One y USL League Two, South Georgia Tormenta FC ha anunciado los detalles de la prueba abierta masculina programada para el sábado 5 de febrero.

Los medios de comunicación están invitados a asistir mientras los aspirantes se prueban frente al cuerpo técnico del club en Tormenta FC Training ground en Statesboro, Georgia, de 10 a.m. ET a 3:30 p.m. ET.

"Nuestro trabajo en la pretemporada es construir un equipo del cual nuestro club y comunidad estén orgullosos de llamar suyo", dijo nuestro director técnico Ian Cameron. "Esta es la base para que el club llegue a los playoffs y compita por los campeonatos. Queremos ser el equipo más preparado y más unido de la liga".

Los futbolistas que quieran hacer pruebas con Tormenta FC pueden inscribirse por adelantado a través del enlace por 75 dólares o inscribirse sin cita previa el 5 de febrero por 100 dólares. Todos los participantes recibirán una camiseta de entrenamiento del Tormenta FC.

Tormenta FC también ha colaborado con Georgia Storm FC de la NPSL para co-organizar una prueba abierta en Atlanta, Georgia, el sábado 8 de enero. Los jugadores interesados pueden inscribirse AQUÍ.

 Además, el equipo de la USL W League de Tormenta FC organizará su prueba abierta inaugural el domingo 12 de diciembre en Tormenta FC Training Ground. El nuevo equipo tendrá otras oportunidades de prueba el sábado 8 de enero y el domingo 6 de febrero. El Tormenta FC Women, que comenzará en 2022, tiene como objetivo identificar y desarrollar la próxima ola de atletas de élite en el sur de Georgia y el Low Country de Carolina del Sur. Las jugadoras interesadas pueden inscribirse en www.tormentafc.com/trials.

 El Tormenta FC jugará sus partidos en el Optim Health System Field, en su nuevo y moderno estadio en Statesboro, que también servirá de sede al equipo de la USL W League, al equipo amateur de la USL League Two y a los equipos de fútbol masculino y femenino de la NCAA Division I de Georgia Southern University.

 Los aficionados del Tormenta FC ya pueden asegurar sus asientos en el nuevo estadio del Tormenta que se inaugurará en 2022. Con numerosas opciones de entradas disponibles, como los abonos de temporada 2022+ y los planes Flex, el Tormenta FC tiene una opción de entradas para todos.

Para obtener información adicional y programar entrevistas, llame al (478-508-2604) o envíe un correo electrónico a bodonnell@https://www.tormentafc.com.

“Nuestro trabajo en la pretemporada es construir un equipo del cual nuestro club y comunidad estén orgullosos de llamar suyo”, dijo nuestro director técnico Ian Cameron. “Esta es la base para que el club llegue a los playoffs y compita por los campeonatos. Queremos ser el equipo más preparado y más unido de la liga”.

Los futbolistas que quieran hacer pruebas con Tormenta FC pueden inscribirse por adelantado a través del enlace por 75 dólares o inscribirse sin cita previa el 5 de febrero por 100 dólares. Todos los participantes recibirán una camiseta de entrenamiento del Tormenta FC.

Tormenta FC también ha colaborado con Georgia Storm FC de la NPSL para co-organizar una prueba abierta en Atlanta, Georgia, el sábado 8 de enero. Los jugadores interesados pueden inscribirse AQUÍ.

 Además, el equipo de la USL W League de Tormenta FC organizará su prueba abierta inaugural el domingo 12 de diciembre en Tormenta FC Training Ground. El nuevo equipo tendrá otras oportunidades de prueba el sábado 8 de enero y el domingo 6 de febrero. El Tormenta FC Women, que comenzará en 2022, tiene como objetivo identificar y desarrollar la próxima ola de atletas de élite en el sur de Georgia y el Low Country de Carolina del Sur. Las jugadoras interesadas pueden inscribirse en www.tormentafc.com/trials.

 El Tormenta FC jugará sus partidos en el Optim Health System Field, en su nuevo y moderno estadio en Statesboro, que también servirá de sede al equipo de la USL W League, al equipo amateur de la USL League Two y a los equipos de fútbol masculino y femenino de la NCAA Division I de Georgia Southern University.

 Los aficionados del Tormenta FC ya pueden asegurar sus asientos en el nuevo estadio del Tormenta que se inaugurará en 2022. Con numerosas opciones de entradas disponibles, como los abonos de temporada 2022+ y los planes Flex, el Tormenta FC tiene una opción de entradas para todos.

Para obtener información adicional y programar entrevistas, llame al (478-508-2604) o envíe un correo electrónico a bodonnell@https://www.tormentafc.com.

Tormenta FC Announces Open Trials Ahead of 2022

STATESBORO, Ga. – In preparation for the club’s 2022 USL League One and USL League Two seasons, South Georgia Tormenta FC has announced details for its men’s open trial on Saturday, Feb. 5. at the Tormenta FC Training Ground in Statesboro, Georgia, from 10 a.m. ET to 3:30 p.m. ET.

“Our job in the offseason is to build a team of characters that our club and community are proud to call their own,” Head Coach Ian Cameron said. “This is the cornerstone to the club making playoffs and competing for championships. We want to be the most prepared and the most united team in the league.”

STATESBORO, Ga. – In preparation for the club’s 2022 USL League One and USL League Two seasons, South Georgia Tormenta FC has announced details for its men’s open trial on Saturday, Feb. 5. at the Tormenta FC Training Ground in Statesboro, Georgia, from 10 a.m. ET to 3:30 p.m. ET.

“Our job in the offseason is to build a team of characters that our club and community are proud to call their own,” Head Coach Ian Cameron said. “This is the cornerstone to the club making playoffs and competing for championships. We want to be the most prepared and the most united team in the league.”

Athletes who want to try out for Tormenta FC can register ahead online for $75 or register as a walk-up on Feb. 5 for $100. All participants will receive a Tormenta FC training shirt.

Tormenta FC has also collaborated with Georgia Storm FC in the NPSL to co-host an open trial in Atlanta, Georgia, on Saturday, Jan. 8. Interested players can register HERE.

Additionally, Tormenta FC’s USL W League team will host its inaugural open trial on Sunday, Dec. 12, at Tormenta FC Training Ground. The new squad will host additional trial opportunities on Saturday, Jan. 8, and Sunday, Feb. 6. Kicking off in 2022, Tormenta FC Women aims to identify and develop the next wave of elite female athletes in South Georgia and the Low Country of South Carolina. Interested players can register at www.tormentafc.com/trials.

Tormenta FC will play its matches on Optim Health System Field at its new state-of-the-art stadium in Statesboro, which will also serve as the home to the USL W League team, the USL League Two squad, and Georgia Southern University Men’s and Women’s NCAA Division I soccer teams.

Tormenta FC fans can now secure their seats at the new Tormenta Stadium opening in 2022. With numerous ticket options available like 2022 Season Memberships+ and Flex Plans, Tormenta FC has a ticket option for everyone. For additional information and scheduling interviews, call (478-508-2604) or email bodonnell@https://www.tormentafc.com.

Athletes who want to try out for Tormenta FC can register ahead online for $75 or register as a walk-up on Feb. 5 for $100. All participants will receive a Tormenta FC training shirt.

Tormenta FC has also collaborated with Georgia Storm FC in the NPSL to co-host an open trial in Atlanta, Georgia, on Saturday, Jan. 8. Interested players can register HERE.

Additionally, Tormenta FC’s USL W League team will host its inaugural open trial on Sunday, Dec. 12, at Tormenta FC Training Ground. The new squad will host additional trial opportunities on Saturday, Jan. 8, and Sunday, Feb. 6. Kicking off in 2022, Tormenta FC Women aims to identify and develop the next wave of elite female athletes in South Georgia and the Low Country of South Carolina. Interested players can register at www.tormentafc.com/trials.

Tormenta FC will play its matches on Optim Health System Field at its new state-of-the-art stadium in Statesboro, which will also serve as the home to the USL W League team, the USL League Two squad, and Georgia Southern University Men’s and Women’s NCAA Division I soccer teams.

Tormenta FC fans can now secure their seats at the new Tormenta Stadium opening in 2022. With numerous ticket options available like 2022 Season Memberships+ and Flex Plans, Tormenta FC has a ticket option for everyone. For additional information and scheduling interviews, call (478-508-2604) or email bodonnell@https://www.tormentafc.com.

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