December 29, 2023 – United Soccer League Championship (USL) – FC Tulsa News Release
TULSA – University of Tulsa alumnus and seasoned defender Bradley Bourgeois returns once again to FC Tulsa for his fifth season with the club. In 2023, Bourgeois was signed to a multi year deal with FC Tulsa.
Despite facing challenges with injuries throughout the 2023 season, Bourgeois showcased his resilience and dedication on the field, logging an impressive 1,054 minutes on the field across 13 games. His standout statistics rank him amongst the top performers in the club.
“I am incredibly excited to be back in Tulsa, the vision of where this club is headed and the investments from the ownership really show how serious they want this club to be successful.” Bourgeois said, “Blair and the coaching staff have put us on the right track and that is all in the direction of winning championships! See you all in 2024!”
Bourgeois remarkable achievements include 55 clearances, 43 duels won, 22 out of 37 aerial duels won, and an outstanding pass accuracy percentage of 83.7.
The 2022 season saw Bourgeois stepping into the role of team captain in the 2022 season, a position he embraces with exemplary leadership. During this season, he appeared 28 times and started 27 in the 2022 season. Bourgeois led the team in crucial defensive categories with 18 blocks, 40 interceptions, and 67 clearance, Bourgeois proved to be an indispensable force on the pitch.
“Bradley brings a strong presence to the team and gives us the confidence of realizing our goals,” Head Coach Blair Gavin said, “His ability to read the game and stop dangerous plays before they happen will make us a strong defensive unit. Plus his quality on the ball will help us dictate the rhythm of the game how we want.”
Offensively, Bourgeois showcased his versatility by contributing three assists in the 2022 season, highlighting his impact on both ends of the pitch. His exceptional performance led to him being named FC Tulsa’s Defensive Player of the Year for the third consecutive season.
Bourgeois’ journey with FC Tulsa has been marked by consistent excellence. In the 2021 season, despite battling through injury in the season making 27 starts in 28 game appearances.
His defensive contributions include finishing second in the club in clearances with 76, blocks with 18, and interceptions with 58 positioned himself as a key asset for FC Tulsa.
The 2020 season saw Bourgeois taking the role as Vice Captain and playing every minute of…