July 22, 2024 – United Soccer League One (USL1)
Forward Madison FC News Release
MADISON, WI – Only five months into the season, Devin Boyce has undoubtedly made a name for himself in Madison. Fans recognize him as the blonde Energizer Bunny in the middle of the field, a player with a level of tenacity and fearlessness proven to be vital to the ‘Mingos style of play this season. Between both the Jägermeister Cup and regular-season play, Boyce has been on the field for over 1,200 minutes, scoring three goals and tallying one assist so far this season. However, what the stats don’t show is his work rate on the field.
“My hard work comes from my dad. He pushed me to work hard and give everything I have every time I’m on the field. Personally, I’m just a competitive person. I never want to lose when I’m on the pitch, and I feel like the bare minimum that I can give is 100%. My work rate can’t waver. It’s something I take pride in and has gotten me to where I’m at.”
Growing up with a father who played professional soccer for 12 years, soccer was something that stuck with Boyce. His family shares a love for the sport, and Boyce always felt support in chasing after his dreams of playing professionally. His family will drive hours to cheer him on as he steps onto the field, no matter what jersey he has on.
During the offseason, Head Coach Matt Glaeser focused on bringing in players with experience in winning, and Devin Boyce was exactly the veteran the club was looking for. In 2021, the midfielder led Union Omaha to the League One title with five goals, nine assists, and 29 appearances, along with current teammates, Jake Crull, Ferrety Sousa, and John Murphy Jr. However, Boyce has a good feeling about his new team and the direction their headed midway through the season.
“I definitely see a lot of the same qualities in this team that my championship team had at Omaha. We have a lot of experience in the locker room, and we’ve all meshed really well together. We’re able to laugh and joke around in the locker room every day while translating that into being competitive on the pitch. If we didn’t have that trust and understanding of one another in the locker room, it’s easy for things to fall apart on the pitch. I think we have a tight group, and it’s really a joy to come to work every day.”
Boyce talked about the fun the group has off the field, too, saying they’ve gone to Devil’s Lake, James Madison Park, and the Terrace at Memorial Union. The team has helped him get…