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Austin Aztex
Newsletter
August 2008
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Dear Matthew,
The Austin Aztex
today announced they had signed their first pro player for the 2009
Season. Miguel Gallardo, PDL Goalkeeper of the Year and Southern
Conference All-Star, signed a two year contract with the Aztex. Miguel has been the starting 'keeper for the Aztex U 23 team for the past season, conceding only
eight goals and leading the League with nine shutouts.
Adrian Heath, Aztex Head Coach, said "We
are delighted that Miguel has agreed to join us. He has been outstanding
on the U 23 team this past season and I believe there is much more to
come from him. Over the next few years we believe Miguel has the
potential to turn into a top-class goalkeeper. We are very aware that it
has been Miguel's dream to become a professional player and we are
delighted to give him the opportunity, we know that he will work hard to
make the most of it. There were a number of clubs reported to be watching
Miguel so we are pleased that he has chosen to sign for the Aztex."
Miguel said " This is a dream for me. I
thought my chance to be a professional had gone when I left Tigres, so the chance to play pro here in Austin is a dream
come true. I intend to work very hard in pre-season to make the most of
this opportunity and be a part of the starting eleven".
Miguel's Fact File:
Name: Miguel Gallardo-Aparicio
Hometown: Torreon, Mexico
DOB: 10/24/84
Height: 6' 1"
Weight: 180 lbs
2008 Stats: Games Played - 13, Goals Against - 8, Goals Against Average -
0.615, Shutouts - 9.
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