December 13, 2023 – United Soccer League Championship (USL) – Orange County SC News Release
Orange County SC is pleased to announce midfielders Kevin Partida, Kyle Scott and Seth Casiple have all signed new contracts and will be returning to The Champ for the 2024 season. This midfield trio brings back a wealth of experience and a high work rate into the squad for the new season.
The defensive motor in the midfield, Kevin Partida returns after making 29 appearances in all competitions for the Black and Orange in 2023. The Sparks, NV native led the team in interceptions (41) and was second in tackles (61) and tackles won (45). Partida scored OCSC’s first goal of 2023 in the home opener against LouCity and also provided an assist later in the season.
Hailing from Bristol, UK, Kyle Scott returns after his first full season with OCSC in 2023, after being a midseason acquisition in 2022. In a full season, Scott led the team in multiple categories on both sides of the ball. Going forward, he led the Black and Orange in assists (5) and passing accuracy (87% on 1,293 att.). Scott was also one of the team’s most active players on the press, leading the team in tackles (69), tackles won (47), duels (338) and duels won (198).
Seth Casiple returns for his fifth season in Black and Orange, making the San Diego, CA native the longest tenured player on the roster for 2024. Casiple has made 87 appearances in all competitions since joining OCSC in 2020, trailing only former captain Michael Orozco and midfielder Brian Iloski for most appearances in club history. Last season, he made 31 appearances and logged over 2,000 minutes in the midfield. He recorded 20 key passes and scored his first goal with the club in a 2-0 road victory against Sacramento.
Stay tuned to orangecountysoccer.com and our social media channels for more player announcements to follow! Don’t forget, the best way to catch these midfield maestros in 2024 is with a 2024 Season Ticket! Purchase your season ticket and secure your seats at the lowest price and enjoy exclusive benefits today at orangecountysoccer.com/season-tickets.
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