Dos Santos, Scarlett Named to USL Team of the Week

August 2, 2022 – United Soccer League Championship (USL) – Tampa Bay Rowdies News Release

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla – A pair of Tampa Bay Rowdies were named to the USL Championship Team of the Week on Tuesday for their standout performances in the club’s 3-1 win over Indy Eleven in Week 21 of the season. Forward Steevan Dos Santos and defender Jordan Scarlett both each earned a spot on the Team of the Week for their contributions in helping the Rowdies record their sixth straight win and extend the club’s unbeaten run to 12 matches.

This is Dos Santos’ second straight selection to the Team of the Week. Following up on his brace against Atlanta United 2 on July 23, Dos Santos drew and converted the penalty in Indy to put the Rowdies back on level terms. Once the Rowdies equalized, it was Green and Gold from that point on.

Dos Santos has been a persistent pest for the Rowdies up top in recent weeks, tallying four goals in his last three outings.

“Steevan took his penalty very well and then he did well with a header and the keeper made a fantastic save,” said Rowdies Head Coach Neill Collins. “I still think there’s more to come from him, but four goals in three games. If he keeps doing that, we’ll be happy.”

Scarlett earned his first Team of the Week spot after registering his first goal of the season. The 27-year-old center back tidied up in front of goal after Indy’s keeper Sean Lewis made a superb save to deny a strong header sent on frame. When the rebound came his way, Scarlet made no mistake and rifled the ball back on goal and past Lewis.

Scarlett also won two of two tackles and made eight recoveries over his 90-minute shift in Indy.

“It’s important that you don’t get disappointed if the first attack isn’t successful and you keep it alive,” said Collins. “We did that. If anyone deserves a goal it’s Jordan Scarlett. He got his goal and that was pleasing because he’s had a couple ruled out for offside this season.”

The Rowdies return to Al Lang Stadium this Saturday, August 6 to meet USL Championship newcomer Detroit City FC at 7:30 p.m. ET. Tickets for the match can be purchased here or by calling the Rowdies sales office at 727-222-2000.

View the full USL Championship Team of the Week for Week 21 below:

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