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Hartford Athletic has been added to the USL Championship's National Television schedule for the fourth consecutive season. Hartford Athletic's home match against Louisville City FC on June 25th will air on ESPN2 at 1 PM ET. The match will be one of nine regular season matchups played on ESPN2. 

Match times for all 2022 regular season matchups were also announced today. All Hartford Athletic home matches, with the exception of June 25th, will kickoff at 7 PM ET. Please visit https://www.hartfordathletic.com/schedule-2022 to see a full list of kickoff times.

The past two seasons, Hartford Athletic has had a match broadcast on ESPN2. The club's 2020 home opener, a 3-1 win over Loudoun United, was broadcast on the deuce, as was last season's 4-2 loss against Louisville City FC in September. In the club's inaugural season in 2019, Hartford beat Birmingham Legion 4-0 in a game broadcast on ESPNews. 

Hartford Athletic has been added to the USL Championship’s National Television schedule for the fourth consecutive season. Hartford Athletic’s home match against Louisville City FC on June 25th will air on ESPN2 at 1 PM ET. The match will be one of nine regular season matchups played on ESPN2. 

Match times for all 2022 regular season matchups were also announced today. All Hartford Athletic home matches, with the exception of June 25th, will kickoff at 7 PM ET. Please visit https://www.hartfordathletic.com/schedule-2022 to see a full list of kickoff times.

The past two seasons, Hartford Athletic has had a match broadcast on ESPN2. The club’s 2020 home opener, a 3-1 win over Loudoun United, was broadcast on the deuce, as was last season’s 4-2 loss against Louisville City FC in September. In the club’s inaugural season in 2019, Hartford beat Birmingham Legion 4-0 in a game broadcast on ESPNews. 

Hartford Athletic has signed defender Modou Jadama (Marietta, GA), pending league and federation approval.  

“In Mo, we have one of the best central defenders in the entire USL. He has been one of our top targets this off-season and I am delighted to have him as part of our team,” said Head Coach Harry Watling. “Mo shows excellent technical ability, leadership and bravery when he steps on the pitch. He will raise the standard of defending at the club.”  

Jadama has played the past five seasons in the top level of the USL. Last season, as a member of FC Tulsa, he played in twenty-five matches leading the team in clearances (82) and blocks (23) and was fifth in interceptions (35). Jadama was also a key member of the 2017 Tulsa Roughnecks FC squad that made the USL Playoffs.  

After his first stint in Tulsa, Jadama played two seasons for Portland Timbers where he played for both the MLS and USL sides. He made his MLS debut on June 10, 2018 and helped the Timbers keep a clean sheet against Sporting Kansas City. In 2020, Jadama played in his hometown of Atlanta, signing with Atlanta United 2 in the USL Championship. He was appointed captain and played every minute of all 16 regular season matches for ATL UTD 2. 

"Hartford Athletic feels like an excellent fit for me. I’m very excited to be part of this club,” Jadama said. “Coach Watling showed a strong interest in me from the beginning and with the plan he has for me and my teammates, I know we're going to have a very special season. I can’t wait to get started.” 

Born in Serrekunda, The Gambia, Jadama moved to the U.S. at an early age and became a U.S. citizen as a teenager. He started his professional soccer career in Chile with Club Social y Deportivo Colo-Colo (Colo-Colo for short), one of the most famous clubs in South America. He made his professional debut for Colo-Colo in the Santo Tomás Cup in 2015. Prior to joining Tulsa, Jadama was loaned to Coquimbo Unido for the 2016 season in Chile’s second division, where he made three appearances. 

Hartford Athletic has now signed the following players for the 2022 season: 

Forwards: Jeciel Cedeño, Rashawn Dally, Juan Carlos Obregón Jr., Prince Saydee 

Midfielders: Danny Barrera, Christian Gómez, Andre Lewis, Conor McGlynn, Luka Prpa, Peter-Lee Vassell 

Defenders: Ash Apollon, Younes Boudadi, Modou Jadama, Tulu 

Goalkeeper: Austin Pack 

More information on the 2022 roster will be announced in the coming weeks. 

Hartford Athletic has signed defender Modou Jadama (Marietta, GA), pending league and federation approval.  

“In Mo, we have one of the best central defenders in the entire USL. He has been one of our top targets this off-season and I am delighted to have him as part of our team,” said Head Coach Harry Watling. “Mo shows excellent technical ability, leadership and bravery when he steps on the pitch. He will raise the standard of defending at the club.”  

Jadama has played the past five seasons in the top level of the USL. Last season, as a member of FC Tulsa, he played in twenty-five matches leading the team in clearances (82) and blocks (23) and was fifth in interceptions (35). Jadama was also a key member of the 2017 Tulsa Roughnecks FC squad that made the USL Playoffs.  

After his first stint in Tulsa, Jadama played two seasons for Portland Timbers where he played for both the MLS and USL sides. He made his MLS debut on June 10, 2018 and helped the Timbers keep a clean sheet against Sporting Kansas City. In 2020, Jadama played in his hometown of Atlanta, signing with Atlanta United 2 in the USL Championship. He was appointed captain and played every minute of all 16 regular season matches for ATL UTD 2. 

“Hartford Athletic feels like an excellent fit for me. I’m very excited to be part of this club,” Jadama said. “Coach Watling showed a strong interest in me from the beginning and with the plan he has for me and my teammates, I know we’re going to have a very special season. I can’t wait to get started.” 

Born in Serrekunda, The Gambia, Jadama moved to the U.S. at an early age and became a U.S. citizen as a teenager. He started his professional soccer career in Chile with Club Social y Deportivo Colo-Colo (Colo-Colo for short), one of the most famous clubs in South America. He made his professional debut for Colo-Colo in the Santo Tomás Cup in 2015. Prior to joining Tulsa, Jadama was loaned to Coquimbo Unido for the 2016 season in Chile’s second division, where he made three appearances. 

Hartford Athletic has now signed the following players for the 2022 season: 

Forwards: Jeciel Cedeño, Rashawn Dally, Juan Carlos Obregón Jr., Prince Saydee 

Midfielders: Danny Barrera, Christian Gómez, Andre Lewis, Conor McGlynn, Luka Prpa, Peter-Lee Vassell 

Defenders: Ash Apollon, Younes Boudadi, Modou Jadama, Tulu 

Goalkeeper: Austin Pack 

More information on the 2022 roster will be announced in the coming weeks. 

Hartford Athletic has named SeatGeek – the high-growth technology platform that is transforming the live-event experience for fans, teams, and venues – as its official ticketing partner ahead of the 2022 season. Hartford Athletic is the fourth USL team to partner with SeatGeek.

"We are thrilled to partner with SeatGeek and join top sports organizations around the world to provide our fans with a best-in-class ticketing provider. SeatGeek are true partners that constantly adapt to an ever-changing marketplace to create the best fan experience,” said Joe Calafiore, Hartford Athletic SVP of Marketing and Strategy. “With SeatGeek, purchasing and managing tickets has never been easier, and we know our fans will love the new platform.”

2022 Season Ticket Members and Flex Ticket buyers will need to create or link their SeatGeek account to manage their tickets. Fans with such plans will receive an email from SeatGeek with instructions on how to set up or link to an existing account. Fans interested in purchasing Season Ticket plans or Flex Tickets can visit https://www.hartfordathletic.com/tickets for more information.

“Hartford Athletic’s fan-focused approach makes them a perfect match for SeatGeek as we continue to grow our client roster, '' said Jeff Ianello, EVP of Client Partnerships at SeatGeek. “We look forward to working with their team to create unforgettable game day experiences for their supporters.” 

Single game tickets will go on sale on February 1st. Fans interested in joining a wait list to be the first to know when single game tickets go on sale and receive a special discount should visit https://www.hartfordathletic.com/single.

Hartford Athletic has named SeatGeek – the high-growth technology platform that is transforming the live-event experience for fans, teams, and venues – as its official ticketing partner ahead of the 2022 season. Hartford Athletic is the fourth USL team to partner with SeatGeek.

“We are thrilled to partner with SeatGeek and join top sports organizations around the world to provide our fans with a best-in-class ticketing provider. SeatGeek are true partners that constantly adapt to an ever-changing marketplace to create the best fan experience,” said Joe Calafiore, Hartford Athletic SVP of Marketing and Strategy. “With SeatGeek, purchasing and managing tickets has never been easier, and we know our fans will love the new platform.”

2022 Season Ticket Members and Flex Ticket buyers will need to create or link their SeatGeek account to manage their tickets. Fans with such plans will receive an email from SeatGeek with instructions on how to set up or link to an existing account. Fans interested in purchasing Season Ticket plans or Flex Tickets can visit https://www.hartfordathletic.com/tickets for more information.

“Hartford Athletic’s fan-focused approach makes them a perfect match for SeatGeek as we continue to grow our client roster, ” said Jeff Ianello, EVP of Client Partnerships at SeatGeek. “We look forward to working with their team to create unforgettable game day experiences for their supporters.” 

Single game tickets will go on sale on February 1st. Fans interested in joining a wait list to be the first to know when single game tickets go on sale and receive a special discount should visit https://www.hartfordathletic.com/single.

Hartford Athletic has signed forward Prince Saydee (Monrovia, Liberia), pending league and federation approval.  

"Prince is going to be a fan favorite,” Head Coach Harry Watling said. “He’s a pacy and explosive attacking wide player. Any time he touches the ball, fans will be on the edge of their seats. I’m very excited to have him in our squad.” 

Prince began his professional career as a 17-year-old with Barrack Young Controllers FC in 2013. The winger scored 23 goals in 47 appearances for the Liberian first-division side before coming to the United States in 2019. Prince joined Miami FC for the 2020 season where he led the team with three assists in 11 appearances. He also scored one goal and created 13 chances. Prince signed with Phoenix Rising ahead of the 2021 season, appearing in 24 matches. 

"I am very happy to be part of Hartford Athletic,” said Saydee. “Coach Watling has a clear plan for me and my abilities that will help make me the best player I can be. I look forward to getting to work with him and helping this club get back to the playoffs.” 

Hartford Athletic has now signed the following players for the 2022 season: 

Forwards: Jeciel Cedeño, Rashawn Dally, Juan Carlos Obregón Jr., Prince Saydee 

Midfielders: Danny Barrera, Christian Gómez, Andre Lewis, Conor McGlynn, Luka Prpa, Peter-Lee Vassell 

Defenders: Ash Apollon, Younes Boudadi, Tulu 

Goalkeeper: Austin Pack 

More information on the 2022 roster will be announced in the coming weeks. 

Hartford Athletic has signed forward Prince Saydee (Monrovia, Liberia), pending league and federation approval.  

“Prince is going to be a fan favorite,” Head Coach Harry Watling said. “He’s a pacy and explosive attacking wide player. Any time he touches the ball, fans will be on the edge of their seats. I’m very excited to have him in our squad.” 

Prince began his professional career as a 17-year-old with Barrack Young Controllers FC in 2013. The winger scored 23 goals in 47 appearances for the Liberian first-division side before coming to the United States in 2019. Prince joined Miami FC for the 2020 season where he led the team with three assists in 11 appearances. He also scored one goal and created 13 chances. Prince signed with Phoenix Rising ahead of the 2021 season, appearing in 24 matches. 

“I am very happy to be part of Hartford Athletic,” said Saydee. “Coach Watling has a clear plan for me and my abilities that will help make me the best player I can be. I look forward to getting to work with him and helping this club get back to the playoffs.” 

Hartford Athletic has now signed the following players for the 2022 season: 

Forwards: Jeciel Cedeño, Rashawn Dally, Juan Carlos Obregón Jr., Prince Saydee 

Midfielders: Danny Barrera, Christian Gómez, Andre Lewis, Conor McGlynn, Luka Prpa, Peter-Lee Vassell 

Defenders: Ash Apollon, Younes Boudadi, Tulu 

Goalkeeper: Austin Pack 

More information on the 2022 roster will be announced in the coming weeks. 

Hartford Athletic has acquired midfielder Andre Lewis (Spanish Town, Jamaica) via transfer from Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC, pending league and federation approval.  

"Of all the players who took the field against us last season, Andre was one of the best I saw. I knew he was a player I wanted to coach and I am ecstatic that he is on our side,” said Head Coach Harry Watling. “Andre is an incredibly dynamic midfielder who works with good pace and quality between both boxes. I cannot wait to get him on the pitch.” 

Lewis started his soccer career with Portmore United before being drafted 7th overall in the 2014 MLS SuperDraft by the Vancouver Whitecaps. In 2019, he returned to Portmore United and helped his old club win the Jamaica National Premier League. Lewis also played and scored in a friendly between Portmore and Hartford Athletic in 2019. He signed with Switchbacks FC before the 2020 season and over two seasons, played 2,552 minutes in 40 matches. He scored 6 goals, two of which came against Hartford in a mid-season matchup out West. Andre also tallied 5 assists and 49 key passes in two seasons and completed just under 86% of his passes. 

"I’ve seen the passion of the Hartford fans firsthand and I can truly say I cannot wait to play for them. I am thrilled to be part of this organization,” Lewis said. “I am humbled by the amount of respect Coach Watling has for me and I look forward to proving him right and helping get this organization back to the playoffs.” 

Hartford Athletic has now signed the following players for the 2022 season: 

Forwards: Jeciel Cedeño, Rashawn Dally, Juan Carlos Obregón Jr. 

Midfielders: Danny Barrera, Christian Gómez, Andre Lewis, Conor McGlynn, Luka Prpa, Peter-Lee Vassell 

Defenders: Ash Apollon, Younes Boudadi, Tulu 

Goalkeeper: Austin Pack 

More information on the 2022 roster will be announced in the coming weeks. 

Hartford Athletic has acquired midfielder Andre Lewis (Spanish Town, Jamaica) via transfer from Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC, pending league and federation approval.  

“Of all the players who took the field against us last season, Andre was one of the best I saw. I knew he was a player I wanted to coach and I am ecstatic that he is on our side,” said Head Coach Harry Watling. “Andre is an incredibly dynamic midfielder who works with good pace and quality between both boxes. I cannot wait to get him on the pitch.” 

Lewis started his soccer career with Portmore United before being drafted 7th overall in the 2014 MLS SuperDraft by the Vancouver Whitecaps. In 2019, he returned to Portmore United and helped his old club win the Jamaica National Premier League. Lewis also played and scored in a friendly between Portmore and Hartford Athletic in 2019. He signed with Switchbacks FC before the 2020 season and over two seasons, played 2,552 minutes in 40 matches. He scored 6 goals, two of which came against Hartford in a mid-season matchup out West. Andre also tallied 5 assists and 49 key passes in two seasons and completed just under 86% of his passes. 

“I’ve seen the passion of the Hartford fans firsthand and I can truly say I cannot wait to play for them. I am thrilled to be part of this organization,” Lewis said. “I am humbled by the amount of respect Coach Watling has for me and I look forward to proving him right and helping get this organization back to the playoffs.” 

Hartford Athletic has now signed the following players for the 2022 season: 

Forwards: Jeciel Cedeño, Rashawn Dally, Juan Carlos Obregón Jr. 

Midfielders: Danny Barrera, Christian Gómez, Andre Lewis, Conor McGlynn, Luka Prpa, Peter-Lee Vassell 

Defenders: Ash Apollon, Younes Boudadi, Tulu 

Goalkeeper: Austin Pack 

More information on the 2022 roster will be announced in the coming weeks. 

Hartford Athletic has signed Bloomfield, CT native Rashawn Dally ahead of the 2022 season, pending league and federation approval.  

Dally attended the Watkinson School in Hartford before playing four years on the Quinnipiac Men’s Soccer team. He played four seasons for the Bobcats, tallying sixteen goals and fifteen assists over seventy-eight matches. The forward was invited to the Jamaica National Team senior camp in March 2018 and has experience in camps with Jamaica at various youth levels. He was a two-time United Soccer Coaches All-East Region Third-Team honoree (2016, 2018), and a three-time All-MAAC performer (2018 first team; 2016, 2017 second team). 

"In my short time in Connecticut, it’s been clear how much talent is in this state. We are thrilled to bring one of its finest products back home in Rashawn,” said Head Coach Harry Watling. “Fans can expect a physically dominant, mobile target man and plenty of goals from Rashawn this season. He is a great fit for our style of play and I am excited to get him on the pitch.” 

Dally was selected 49th overall by FC Cincinnati in the 2019 MLS SuperDraft after finishing his collegiate career. He played sixteen matches over two seasons for the former USL side while also spending two stints on loan, one with Memphis 901 FC in 2019 and another with Las Vegas Lights in 2020. He re-signed with Memphis for the 2021 season and appeared in twenty-four matches, starting six. 

"This is a really special moment for me to sign with my hometown club,” Dally said. “My professional career has taken me all over the country and now I get to come back home and play in front of my family and friends. I could not be happier to be part of this organization.” 

Dally founded Rulla Sports Empowerment which aims to provide young athletes with the necessary tools to maximize their athletic abilities. Already making an impact in the community, the organization hosted its inaugural “Kick It With The Pro’s” camp for Greater Hartford area kids in East Windsor in late December. 

“Growing up in Connecticut, I was fortunate to get the opportunity to play soccer at a high level,” Dally said. “I want to give that back to the next generation of kids who have the same dream I had.” 

Hartford Athletic has now signed the following players for the 2022 season: 

Forwards: Jeciel Cedeño, Rashawn Dally, Juan Carlos Obregón Jr. 

Midfielders: Danny Barrera, Christian Gómez, Conor McGlynn, Luka Prpa, Peter-Lee Vassell 

Defenders: Ash Apollon, Younes Boudadi, Tulu 

Goalkeeper: Austin Pack 

More information on the 2022 roster will be announced in the coming weeks. 

Hartford Athletic has signed Bloomfield, CT native Rashawn Dally ahead of the 2022 season, pending league and federation approval.  

Dally attended the Watkinson School in Hartford before playing four years on the Quinnipiac Men’s Soccer team. He played four seasons for the Bobcats, tallying sixteen goals and fifteen assists over seventy-eight matches. The forward was invited to the Jamaica National Team senior camp in March 2018 and has experience in camps with Jamaica at various youth levels. He was a two-time United Soccer Coaches All-East Region Third-Team honoree (2016, 2018), and a three-time All-MAAC performer (2018 first team; 2016, 2017 second team). 

“In my short time in Connecticut, it’s been clear how much talent is in this state. We are thrilled to bring one of its finest products back home in Rashawn,” said Head Coach Harry Watling. “Fans can expect a physically dominant, mobile target man and plenty of goals from Rashawn this season. He is a great fit for our style of play and I am excited to get him on the pitch.” 

Dally was selected 49th overall by FC Cincinnati in the 2019 MLS SuperDraft after finishing his collegiate career. He played sixteen matches over two seasons for the former USL side while also spending two stints on loan, one with Memphis 901 FC in 2019 and another with Las Vegas Lights in 2020. He re-signed with Memphis for the 2021 season and appeared in twenty-four matches, starting six. 

“This is a really special moment for me to sign with my hometown club,” Dally said. “My professional career has taken me all over the country and now I get to come back home and play in front of my family and friends. I could not be happier to be part of this organization.” 

Dally founded Rulla Sports Empowerment which aims to provide young athletes with the necessary tools to maximize their athletic abilities. Already making an impact in the community, the organization hosted its inaugural “Kick It With The Pro’s” camp for Greater Hartford area kids in East Windsor in late December. 

“Growing up in Connecticut, I was fortunate to get the opportunity to play soccer at a high level,” Dally said. “I want to give that back to the next generation of kids who have the same dream I had.” 

Hartford Athletic has now signed the following players for the 2022 season: 

Forwards: Jeciel Cedeño, Rashawn Dally, Juan Carlos Obregón Jr. 

Midfielders: Danny Barrera, Christian Gómez, Conor McGlynn, Luka Prpa, Peter-Lee Vassell 

Defenders: Ash Apollon, Younes Boudadi, Tulu 

Goalkeeper: Austin Pack 

More information on the 2022 roster will be announced in the coming weeks. 

Today, Hartford Athletic announced the full schedule for the 2022 season. Hartford will play 34 USL Championship Regular Season matches including 17 home games, 15 of which will be played on a Saturday.

Athletic start the season on the road on Saturday, March 19th against rival Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC. The Boys in Green stay on the road for their second match, visiting Tampa Bay Rowdies on Saturday, March 26th. Hartford opens the doors to Dillon Stadium on Saturday, April 2nd against Atlanta United 2 in the first meeting between the two sides since 2019.

On Saturday, April 23rd, Hartford will host Detroit City FC who are playing their first season in the USL Championship. DCFC spent the past two seasons in the National Independent Soccer Association.  Hartford will play eight other opponents for the first time in club history this season hosting Phoenix Rising FC (5/28), Las Vegas Lights FC (9/17), and Oakland Roots (10/8) and visiting FC Tulsa (5/21), El Paso Locomotive FC (6/4), San Diego Loyal SC (6/11), Rio Grande Valley FC (7/27), and LA Galaxy II (9/5). 

Hartford will also renew matchups with a number of Eastern Conference foes for the first time since 2019. Including previously mentioned Atlanta United 2, Athletic will play home and away against Birmingham Legion FC and Memphis 901 FC. Indy Eleven, whom the club last played in the pandemic shortened 2020 season, is also on the schedule for home and away matches.

The remainder of the schedule consists of home and away matchups with 2021 Atlantic Division foes Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC, Tampa Bay Rowdies, Miami FC, Charleston Battery, New York Red Bulls II, and Loudoun United FC and a rematch with Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC. The Switchbacks will come to Hartford on Tuesday, June 28th, one of two weekday home matches this season.

Fans interested in purchasing Season Tickets or Flex Plans should visit https://www.hartfordathletic.com/tickets. Fans interested in purchasing Single Game Tickets can visit https://www.hartfordathletic.com/single and join a waiting list to be the first to know when single game tickets go on sale and receive a special discount!

Today, Hartford Athletic announced the full schedule for the 2022 season. Hartford will play 34 USL Championship Regular Season matches including 17 home games, 15 of which will be played on a Saturday.

Athletic start the season on the road on Saturday, March 19th against rival Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC. The Boys in Green stay on the road for their second match, visiting Tampa Bay Rowdies on Saturday, March 26th. Hartford opens the doors to Dillon Stadium on Saturday, April 2nd against Atlanta United 2 in the first meeting between the two sides since 2019.

On Saturday, April 23rd, Hartford will host Detroit City FC who are playing their first season in the USL Championship. DCFC spent the past two seasons in the National Independent Soccer Association.  Hartford will play eight other opponents for the first time in club history this season hosting Phoenix Rising FC (5/28), Las Vegas Lights FC (9/17), and Oakland Roots (10/8) and visiting FC Tulsa (5/21), El Paso Locomotive FC (6/4), San Diego Loyal SC (6/11), Rio Grande Valley FC (7/27), and LA Galaxy II (9/5). 

Hartford will also renew matchups with a number of Eastern Conference foes for the first time since 2019. Including previously mentioned Atlanta United 2, Athletic will play home and away against Birmingham Legion FC and Memphis 901 FC. Indy Eleven, whom the club last played in the pandemic shortened 2020 season, is also on the schedule for home and away matches.

The remainder of the schedule consists of home and away matchups with 2021 Atlantic Division foes Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC, Tampa Bay Rowdies, Miami FC, Charleston Battery, New York Red Bulls II, and Loudoun United FC and a rematch with Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC. The Switchbacks will come to Hartford on Tuesday, June 28th, one of two weekday home matches this season.

Fans interested in purchasing Season Tickets or Flex Plans should visit https://www.hartfordathletic.com/tickets. Fans interested in purchasing Single Game Tickets can visit https://www.hartfordathletic.com/single and join a waiting list to be the first to know when single game tickets go on sale and receive a special discount!

Hartford Athletic has signed Midfielder Peter-Lee Vassell (St. James Parish, Jamaica) ahead of the 2022 season, pending league and federation approval.  

Vassell comes to Hartford after spending the 2021 season with fellow USL Championship side Indy Eleven where he was third on the team with three goals. The 23-year-old has turned heads in recent years with the Jamaican National Team, bagging six goals in 18 appearances with the “Reggae Boyz” at the senior international level including contests in the 2019 CONCACAF Gold Cup and 2021 CONCACAF World Cup Qualifying competitions. Vassell has been named in the squad for Jamaica’s upcoming friendly with Peru on January 20th. 

"Peter-Lee Vassell is a tremendously talented player and we are thrilled to add him to our squad,” said Head Coach Harry Watling. “As a Jamaican International, Vassell brings great experience and lots of quality in attack. He will be a big part of our success this season.” 

Vassell split the 2019 season between a pair of regular season champions, making six appearances for LAFC as part of their MLS Supporters Shield winning campaign and playing another six games on loan for USL Championship side Phoenix Rising FC. LAFC drafted Vassell with their first pick in the 2019 MLS SuperDraft (2nd round, 40th overall selection) after the attacking midfielder stood out in both the MLS Caribbean Combine and MLS Combine. Vassell began his professional career with Harbour View FC, where he scored a pair of goals in 38 contests across the 2017-18 seasons for the perennial Jamaican Red Stripe Premier League contender. 

“Hartford Athletic seems like a perfect fit,” Vassell said. “Their style of play fits my game very well and I think it will bring out the best in me on the pitch. Hartford also has a large Jamaican population which will make me feel right at home. It is the perfect situation for me.” 

Hartford Athletic has now signed the following players for the 2022 season: 

Forwards: Jeciel Cedeño, Juan Carlos Obregón Jr. 

Midfielders: Danny Barrera, Christian Gómez, Conor McGlynn, Luka Prpa, Peter-Lee Vassell 

Defenders: Ash Apollon, Younes Boudadi, Tulu 

Goalkeeper: Austin Pack 

More information on returning players, new player signings, and the 2022 schedule will be announced in the coming weeks. 

Hartford Athletic has signed Midfielder Peter-Lee Vassell (St. James Parish, Jamaica) ahead of the 2022 season, pending league and federation approval.  

Vassell comes to Hartford after spending the 2021 season with fellow USL Championship side Indy Eleven where he was third on the team with three goals. The 23-year-old has turned heads in recent years with the Jamaican National Team, bagging six goals in 18 appearances with the “Reggae Boyz” at the senior international level including contests in the 2019 CONCACAF Gold Cup and 2021 CONCACAF World Cup Qualifying competitions. Vassell has been named in the squad for Jamaica’s upcoming friendly with Peru on January 20th. 

“Peter-Lee Vassell is a tremendously talented player and we are thrilled to add him to our squad,” said Head Coach Harry Watling. “As a Jamaican International, Vassell brings great experience and lots of quality in attack. He will be a big part of our success this season.” 

Vassell split the 2019 season between a pair of regular season champions, making six appearances for LAFC as part of their MLS Supporters Shield winning campaign and playing another six games on loan for USL Championship side Phoenix Rising FC. LAFC drafted Vassell with their first pick in the 2019 MLS SuperDraft (2nd round, 40th overall selection) after the attacking midfielder stood out in both the MLS Caribbean Combine and MLS Combine. Vassell began his professional career with Harbour View FC, where he scored a pair of goals in 38 contests across the 2017-18 seasons for the perennial Jamaican Red Stripe Premier League contender. 

“Hartford Athletic seems like a perfect fit,” Vassell said. “Their style of play fits my game very well and I think it will bring out the best in me on the pitch. Hartford also has a large Jamaican population which will make me feel right at home. It is the perfect situation for me.” 

Hartford Athletic has now signed the following players for the 2022 season: 

Forwards: Jeciel Cedeño, Juan Carlos Obregón Jr. 

Midfielders: Danny Barrera, Christian Gómez, Conor McGlynn, Luka Prpa, Peter-Lee Vassell 

Defenders: Ash Apollon, Younes Boudadi, Tulu 

Goalkeeper: Austin Pack 

More information on returning players, new player signings, and the 2022 schedule will be announced in the coming weeks. 

Hartford Athletic has signed Goalkeeper Austin Pack (Atlanta, GA) ahead of the 2022 season, pending league and federation approval. Austin is the first goalkeeper signed to the roster for next season. 

"It was really important we go out and get a top level goalkeeper and we have found that in Austin,” said Head Coach Harry Watling. “He has every quality you look for in a goalkeeper, a fantastic shot-stopper, a great communicator, and excellent with his feet. We are very excited to have him with us this season.”  

Pack has played the past two seasons with Charlotte Independence. In 2021, Pack made twenty starts, recording six clean sheets and fifty-one saves. He started in goal for three of four matchups between Charlotte and Hartford last season allowing only two goals and making eight saves.  

“Joining Hartford is a very exciting opportunity for me,” Pack said. “I love the style of play and think I will fit very well in the system Coach Watling and his staff has put in place. I look forward to playing in front of the incredible fans at Dillon Stadium, who showed up in full force during my two matches there in 2021, and bringing this club back to the playoffs.”  

Pack, 27, first signed with the Independence on February 10, 2020 after spending the previous two seasons with Portland Timbers 2 (2018) and Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC (2019). Prior to making the move to the USL Championship, Pack played two seasons for Puerto Rico FC (2016-17), where he made 11 starts and recorded two shutouts during the 2017 NASL season.  

Hartford Athletic has now signed the following players for the 2022 season: 

Forwards: Jeciel Cedeño, Juan Carlos Obregón Jr. 

Midfielders: Danny Barrera, Christian Gómez, Conor McGlynn, Luka Prpa 

Defenders: Ash Apollon, Younes Boudadi, Tulu 

Goalkeeper: Austin Pack 

More information on returning players, new player signings, and the 2022 schedule will be announced in the coming weeks. 

Hartford Athletic has signed Goalkeeper Austin Pack (Atlanta, GA) ahead of the 2022 season, pending league and federation approval. Austin is the first goalkeeper signed to the roster for next season. 

“It was really important we go out and get a top level goalkeeper and we have found that in Austin,” said Head Coach Harry Watling. “He has every quality you look for in a goalkeeper, a fantastic shot-stopper, a great communicator, and excellent with his feet. We are very excited to have him with us this season.”  

Pack has played the past two seasons with Charlotte Independence. In 2021, Pack made twenty starts, recording six clean sheets and fifty-one saves. He started in goal for three of four matchups between Charlotte and Hartford last season allowing only two goals and making eight saves.  

“Joining Hartford is a very exciting opportunity for me,” Pack said. “I love the style of play and think I will fit very well in the system Coach Watling and his staff has put in place. I look forward to playing in front of the incredible fans at Dillon Stadium, who showed up in full force during my two matches there in 2021, and bringing this club back to the playoffs.”  

Pack, 27, first signed with the Independence on February 10, 2020 after spending the previous two seasons with Portland Timbers 2 (2018) and Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC (2019). Prior to making the move to the USL Championship, Pack played two seasons for Puerto Rico FC (2016-17), where he made 11 starts and recorded two shutouts during the 2017 NASL season.  

Hartford Athletic has now signed the following players for the 2022 season: 

Forwards: Jeciel Cedeño, Juan Carlos Obregón Jr. 

Midfielders: Danny Barrera, Christian Gómez, Conor McGlynn, Luka Prpa 

Defenders: Ash Apollon, Younes Boudadi, Tulu 

Goalkeeper: Austin Pack 

More information on returning players, new player signings, and the 2022 schedule will be announced in the coming weeks.