HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Harrisburg City Islanders announced on Tuesday the club had signed Manolo Sanchez and Rasheed Olabiyi, pending league and federation approval. The two midfielders bring an extensive repertoire of professional experience that will strengthen Harrisburg’s squad.

Sanchez joins the City Islanders after spending the 2016 USL season with San Antonio FC. A Puerto Rico international Sanchez made 16 appearances for SAFC and recorded one goal for the club. He had previously played for the New York Red Bulls II, after being selected by the Red Bulls in the 2015 MLS SuperDraft, and scored four goals in 22 appearances to help the side reach the USL Cup Playoffs in its inaugural season.

"I am very excited to be with this team," said Sanchez. "We have an ambitious group of guys and I am ready to help this team win. It also feels good to be close to home and to play in front of loved ones."

Sanchez had previously played in the Premier Development League for Reading United AC, where he recorded seven goals over 21 appearances for the side. He also featured collegiately for Clemson, where he recorded 10 goals and 15 assists in 65 appearances for the Tigers.

"We are excited to have Manolo on the team this season," said City Islanders Head Coach Bill Becher. "He has been in the league for some time now and really impressed us during the preseason. I think that he'll do well here."