Former UT Benchwarmer Signs With FC Dallas

Former University of Tampa soccer player Sean Bucknor signed with the FC Dallas on Jan. 30, 2008. Bucknor played for Owens Community College his freshman and sophomore seasons in 2006 and 2007. Owens Community College is out of Findley, Ohio.

With the Express Bucknor scored 56 goals in two seasons, setting the record his freshman year with 28 goals and tying his own record his sophomore year with again 28 goals.

In 2008 Bucknor transferred to the University of Tampa, but did not play for the Spartans.  While attending Owens Community College he did however put up distinguishing statistics. Bucknor was named Junior College All-American, offensive player of the year, all region, and National Player of the year.

Although the forward did not play for the Spartans it clearly did not affect his future. Amidst the first round draft of UT star Ryan Maxwell I’m sure this former UT benchwarmer won’t see much media attention. He’s better off looking toward Owens Community College for any added hype of his signing.

Details of the deal were not released, per league and team policy.

-Kyle Bennett

Kyle Bennett can be contacted at minaret.overtime@gmail.com