ST. PETERSBURG – A crucial part of the Tampa Bay Rowdies roster has re-upped for another year as goalkeeper Evan Louro signed for the 2021 season, the club reported on Thursday.
Louro played 19 games for the Rowdies in 2020 and recorded eight clean sheets, good for second in the league. He only allowed 11 goals and managed a save percentage of 75% in league games, leading the league by playing every minute.
“We are so pleased that Evan will continue to build on last year, as he was a pivotal part in our fantastic defensive record,” said Rowdies Head Coach Neill Collins. “Evan is an excellent goalkeeper, but it’s his winning mentality that really gives him and our team that extra edge. He really bought in to what the Rowdies are all about, and I expect him to continue to build on that.”
The announcement of Louro sees the Rowdies now with two keepers, and he will surely be expected to be the starter ahead of Ian McGrane unless there any surprises between now and the start of the season.
With Louro’s signing the Rowdies now have 18 players confirmed for 2021, with more announcements coming throughout January.
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