irvine, california – Orange County SC announced Tuesday that the club has signed defender Morten Bjorsholl ahead of the 2023 USL Championship season. This transaction is pending league and federation approval.
Originally from Oslo, Norway, the 25-year-old started his career last season with fellow USL championship club Las Vegas Lights FC and has made 28 appearances in 2022. Holding a midfielder. He scored one goal for the club.
Bjørshol is the third Norwegian and fourth Scandinavian signing to join the Black and Orange ranks this offseason.
“I am very happy to be part of OCSC,” said Bjørshol. “The club, coaches and players have made me feel very welcome and I can’t wait to have a great season. I am always hungry to win games and compete against the best opponents. , and I’m excited for another opportunity to prove myself with my new team.”
Bjørshol will end his college career in 2021 after playing four seasons with Cal State Los Angeles. He captained his Eagles to Golden in his senior year and led the team to his 2021 NCAA Division II National Championship. Bjørshol has also been named his National Division II Men’s Player of the Year for 2021 by the United Soccer Coaches organization, has two Division II All-America First Team selections, and is his CCAA Defender of the Year twice. , finished his career as a three-time Player of the Year. All-CCAA First Team Winner.
“Morton had a strong season in the USL Championship last year,” said OCSC Sporting Director Peter Nugent. “His athleticism and composure on the ball will be real assets for us. He will have strong competition for the backline position this season.”
