Is Bruin Ready to Lead in 2016?

Joining Union Southern California for 2016 is Will Bruin, the 26 year old Forward, who scored 11 goals last year even while getting used to Owen Coyle's new system.

"He's expected to take a more leadership role this season and that's just the kind of guy you want on your club" said the Union owner.

Bruin had offers to go to Europe, but chose to stay in the States.

Union Have Hope Solignac Will Find Goals

Target Forward, Luis Solignac, has been signed to a retention player contract by Union SC.

The 24 year old had only 2 assists in 15 games played, but could play a bigger role with more experience under his belt and more talent around him on the pitch.

Kaka's Recognition Could Shine Bright in 2016

Just days after the club announced its first DP of 2016, Union SC has released to its fans that Kaka will return as well.

"With a year under his belt in America, Kaka could prosper from a better recognition of the leagues style of play and deliver steady numbers for in 2016" said the clubs owner. 

Kaka had 9 goals and 7 assists in 2015.

Powers Retained for 2014

Union SC continued its offseason moves by signing the 2013 MLS Rookie of the Year - Dillon Powers with its Retention slot. Powers, who ranked second on the Rapids with five goals and six assists in 29 games played, helped the club to fifth place in the Western Conference and a playoff berth. "If he can duplicate his rookie numbers, he will be a wonderful asset." said the Union SC coach.

Wondolowski Presser

The official signing of Chris Wondolowski to another designated player contract with Union SC should have come as no surprise to anyone following the club. This will be Chris' 5th season with the SoCal club. "The U are pleased to make it official. Wondo represents the kind of player and the personality that the U are all about." said the clubs owner.

So what's next? The Union owner was quick to say that in weeks leading up to the draft the club will be releasing to its fans another DP, and a retention signing.  What about a 3rd DP? "Not this offseason. I will put any speculation on that to rest," he said.

3 Spots Filled

Preparations for the 2013 season are well under way for Union Southern California. The first match is only 9 days away. The Blues inked three players today. Let's start with Steve Zakuani. The talented forward is finally match fit after an injury that voided out 2012 for him. The goals will have to come from somewhere in Seattle, and the belief is Zakuani will be that go-to guy. Next, Jerry Bengtson is young and full of promise and is expected to get lots of minutes in 2013. He takes lots of shots. Hopefully a large amount of them go in the net. Lastly, Joel Lindpere is an iron man. The soccer smart player should hopefully add some depth to the Blues offense this season.

Nothing Official, But Wondo Must Stay

Chris Wondolowski's impressive 27 goals in 2012 make him a lock to be a Designated Player for Union SC once again next season. No official decision has been made, but the club has no intention of letting him go. "If Wondo stays in the States, then he is staying with Union SC... period." said the Blues owner. With his contract up, it will be an interesting offseason for him.

Union SC is 2 years removed from its BSL championship season despite Wondolowski's goal scoring and has failed to make the playoffs for 2 straight seasons. Assuming Wondo's return, the club will still have a lot of work ahead to improve its standing.

Blues Owner Hints On First Pick

In a little over a week the 2012 BSL Draft will begin and Union Southern California has the #1 pick overall. "Obviously, it's nice to have the first pick, but truth be told, it would be nicer to have another championship and be picking near the bottom." said the Blues owner. The press has been all abuzz over who the selection will be. For a while it was undetermined, but now the decision has indeed been made. "I will not say who the player is, but I can hint that it came about a few weeks ago when a certain name decided to return to the States. That is all I can comment on for now."

Wondo and the Draft

Chris Wondolowski will be the only Designated Player for Union SC in 2012. The club has decided to focus on the draft to fix the issues that plagued the club last season. In addition to having the #1 pick in the draft, the Blues now have obtained another 2nd round pick taking the slot from the CD Gunners.

The California Cup Continues in 2011

With the schedule out for the 2011 season Union SC now knows the order of opponents the club will have to go through to repeat as BSL Champions. On top of that list is its California Cup rivals Gold Coast FC. The Blues first leg against the Suns comes up early in week 3. This will be the first meeting since Union SC lost 6-5 in the Majors Cup Semi Finals. "It was a huge defeat. The club would have defeated Seattle in the Final and had a double, instead the Majors trophy went to the criminals up North" said the Blues owner. The 2nd leg will be Week 17 where the Blues will try and win the California Cup again.

After Tense Moments, DeRo is Staying

It was tense for a few weeks to find one of the players that Union SC went through all the trouble to try and protect trialing overseas with Celtic. "It was a major concern. Without DeRo the 3rd slot would have been frutile. The whole reason for the initial trade was with DeRo in the picture. It's nice that it all worked out." said the Blues owner. Now the club can focus on the upcoming draft and put the drama to bed.
An Early Saints Showdown!
The season opener for the Blues will be against Gateway United. Even though the Saints roster is not yet filled for 2011, the odds of the club boasting a strong opposing lineup are very strong. "The owner over there has earned a lot of respect over here. No doubt its going to be a tough opener." This will be the 7th meeting against Gateway United and Union SC has only managed to grab 3 points once.

High Expectations for Casey in 2011

Not Going Anywhere

Union SC is ready to announce to the press that Conor Casey is staying with the club for another season. "After careful consideration his services are still an important asset. He was not the best player on the pitch during the season, but the feeling is he will be a key player in 2011." said the Blues owner. These are strong words since Casey put up some decent numbers last year.

DeRosario Drama is Unsettling

The recent news that Union Southern California's Captain, Dwayne DeRosario, was found on trial with the Scottish giant Celtic F.C., is most troubling. The 32 year old has always put up excellent numbers and would be a major loss to the league champ's if he were to go out on any kind of short term loan. "I think its safe to say that if this nonsense wasn't going on in the news right now, I would have already locked DeRo up as a Designated Player. He's a favorite of mine and a big piece in an attempt to repeat as BSL Cup champions" said the Blues owner. Hopefully, the news will be kind and DeRosario will be staying.

Blues Pursuing a 3rd Designated Player

Offseason News
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The BSL Cup Champions have extended an offer to its California Cup rivals (Gold Coast F.C.) in pursuit of a third Designated Player. Earlier in the week, the Suns owner revealed that the clubs "DP" slots were available for trade. With this information Union S.C. has made a request in the hopes of keeping yet another player from its championship roster. "There are 4 players on the 2010 roster that I would love to keep. Right now I can only protect 2. So, with a trade at least I have the opportunity to protect 3 out of 4" said Frederick, the Blues owner. Currently a deal has not been made. Since Union S.C. is slated to pick behind all other returning BSL clubs in the first round of the draft, the Sun's owner wants to wait and see if two other BSL clubs are willing to make a deal. "The offer has been made to Gold Coast. There is not much more that can been done except let time pass. When you win the BSL Cup you have to deal with your place in the draft."

The Road to Repeating

Who will be back with the Blues?

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What will be in store for the BSL Champions for the 2011 season? The offseason for Union S.C. officially began and there is no question that the goal will be to repeat as league champions. The Blues can hold at least 2 players from its championship roster and is open to trades for a 3rd Designated Player. It's a major cifference from a year ago when the club traded away it DP slot. Now with recent success the momentum is to try and keep this roster intact.

Blues first match against the defending champs

Eager to start a new season in the BSL, the first match for Union S.C. is scheduled to be played March 25-28 against Montgomery County. While it is unclear just what type of roster the defending champions will have, the consensus is clear that a victory against the Monarchs could be a monumental way to start the new season.

The rest of the 2010 season schedule is only days away.

A winning season is not enough, the team to be rebuilt

Ranked 6th in offense in the 2009 season, the Blues have expressed interest in trading away the clubs designated player slot. While this move could perhaps strengthen an opponents team, this will give Union S.C. an opportunity to rebuild its squad with a couple of first round draft picks.

Brian Ching was the clubs top choice in 2009 but last season failures have been placed squarely on the clubs weak offense. With this in mind, a complete overhaul is expected for the 2010 season.