San Antonio FC has signed midfielder Ollie Wright for the 2021 USL Championship season pending league and federation approval, the team announced today. Per club policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed.

“We are excited to welcome Ollie to the SAFC family,” said SAFC Head Coach Alen Marcina. “Ollie, a standout performer for St. Mary's University, demonstrates the behaviors expected in our environment and team culture. He exhibits the skillset to execute the on and off the ball tasks required in our game model. As a staff, we look forward to assisting Ollie in his growth as a person and professional and excited to see his contributions to the team.”

Wright joins SAFC after playing his collegiate soccer at St. Mary’s University in San Antonio. The London, England native was named co-Male Athlete of the Year at St. Mary’s following his junior season where he recorded eight goals and 12 assists while leading the Rattlers to their first NCAA tournament in team history. In addition, Wright was named the Lone Star Conference Player of the Year along with the D2CCA South Central Region Player of the Year that season. Overall, in his time as a Rattler, the midfielder scored 13 goals and added 20 assists.

The 21-year-old also spent the 2019 USL League Two season with Corpus Christi FC, appearing in 14 matches and compiling 1,024 minutes played. Wright led the team with seven goals and 15 assists over the course of the regular season. Prior to moving to the United States, Wright spent time in strong English academies including Fulham and Brentford.

“I’m very happy to be here,” said Wright. “San Antonio is my home away from home and I’m absolutely buzzing to be playing for the local club.” 

San Antonio FC is currently preparing for the upcoming USL Championship season, and fans can purchase 2021 season tickets by calling or texting the SAFC sales office at 210-444-5657 or by visiting SanAntonioFC.com. Supporters can also follow the club by liking San Antonio FC on Facebook (@SAFCUSL), as well as following the team on Twitter (@SanAntonioFC) and Instagram (@sanantoniofc).