ORLANDO, Fla. – The Orlando City U23s face an important test against fellow Southeast Division club Ocala Stampede tomorrow, June 2, at Trinity Catholic High School in Ocala, Fla. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m.

Just a week ago, Orlando defeated Ocala at the Seminole Soccer Complex by a score of 3-1. The U23s scored two goals in the first 20 minutes, controlling possession while maintaining active offensively throughout the match to secure the win. Avallone also commented on the upcoming game against the Stampede and what it’s like to face a club again in such a short time span.

“It won’t be easy because they’re a good club,” said Avallone. “We have to perform at our best to take the three points on the road.”

The U23s last match resulted in a 1-1 draw Thursday against IMG Bradenton Academics in Bradenton, Fla. Bradenton Midfielder Milovan Kapor scored in the first half but Orlando team-captain Jonathan Mendoza equalized in the second to secure an important away point and keep the U23s out of the loss column.

Orlando City U23s Head Coach Joe Avallone commented on his team’s play on Thursday and what his squad needs to improve on moving forward.

“It was the tale of two halves,”said Avallone. “Our second half performance was great and we need to replicate that for a full 90 minutes against Ocala on Saturday. If we keep consistent then I think we’ll be ready to go.”

2012 marks the inaugural season in the PDL for the Ocala Stampede. Led by Head Coach Anderson DaSilva, the Stampede have accrued a record of 3-2-1 and currently sit in third place in the Southeast Division behind Orlando and IMG.

For more information on the U23s match against Ocala on Saturday and more, visit Orlandocitysoccer.com.

Player to Watch- Will Frandsen:

Defender Will Frandsen has been a standout for the U23s in 2012. A graduate Flagler College, he has started all five matches for Orlando, becoming a key piece of an Orlando City U23s defense that’s only allowed two goals this season. Look for Fransden to continue his strong play against the Stampede on Saturday.

Available Roster:

Moses Aduny, Johan Bergfeld, Ricardo Campbell, Oumar Diakhite, David Graydon, Will Frandsen, Ryan Griffin, Ezequiel Pedraza, Joseph Toby, Steven Williams, Sean Reynolds, Anthony Arico, Keneil Baker, Jonathan Mendoza, Louis Ojeco, Nicolas Russo, Harrison Heath, Darvin Ebanks.