Richmond Kickers News Release - www.richmondkickers.com
Tuesday, April 8, 2008
RICHMOND, VA -- The Richmond Kickers are pleased to announce the signing of Jamaican forward Fabian Dawkins, pending USSF and visa approval. Dawkins brings three seasons of USL First Division experience to Richmond, between the Atlanta Silverbacks and Montreal Impact.
“Fabian is a quality player with plenty to prove,” comments Leigh Cowlishaw, Richmond Kickers Head Coach. “He has been frustrated with injuries the past two seasons but at his best he is a very dangerous player with exceptional speed. I know he is eager to have a standout season with the Kickers so he can consolidate his place in the Jamaican World Cup Qualifying Squad.”
A native of Trelawny, Jamaica, Dawkins joins the Kickers from Village United FC of the Jamaica Premier League. He made nine appearances with the Montreal Impact in 2007, making his first appearance in Montreal on April 21, 2007 in Atlanta, against his former team.
Previously, the 5’10” forward finished second in USL-1 in 2005 with 15 goals and 34 points while registering one goal and adding three assists in 2006, in 44 appearances overall with the Silverbacks. He earned All-League honors in 2005. Prior to joining USL, Dawkins spent three seasons with Village United FC where he led the club in points for three consecutive seasons (2002-2004).
Touted the most lethal goal scorer to come out of Jamaica by Village United FC, Dawkins is a current member of the senior Jamaican National Team. He has also played with the Reggae Boyz U-23 and U-20 teams, captaining the U-20 squad en route to the FIFA U20 World Cup in Argentina where he scored the lone goal for his team in the tournament.
The Kickers open the 2008 regular season on Saturday, April 19th against the Western Mass Pioneers. Kickoff is set for 7:00 pm at the University of Richmond Stadium (just off the Downtown Expressway). Fans are encouraged to purchase a 15th Anniversary coupon for $15, which allows admittance for an unlimited number of friends, family members and coworkers. Visit RichmondKickers.com to order a 15th Anniversary coupon in advance. This offer is not available at the gate.
