Las Vegas (NV) -- The first Lights FC free agent signing ahead of the 2020 season is one that brings experience and size to the team's back-line, with Las Vegas adding a center back Ramon Martin Del Campo to its roster, pending league and federation approval. The USL Championship veteran is coming off his best season as a professional soccer player, where he was the defensive leader of a Fresno FC side that clinched their first playoff berth with the third-best record in the Western Conference.

“Ramon Martin Del Campo is probably the best signing that we could have for the team at this point,'' said Lights FC manager Eric Wynalda. “We reflect on last year and what the team needs were, and he fits the bill perfectly. We’re extremely excited to have him join the team. He has great leadership skills and combined with his character and ability to lead from the back makes our backline one of the strongest in the league."

Del Campo made his USL debut in 2017 after being signed by Ottawa Fury, where he was featured in 24 matches. He then went on to make the move to the West by joining expansion team Fresno FC. He racked up over 5,500 minutes of playing time over 63 matches in his two years with the Foxes. All but two of his 87 appearances have been as part of his team’s starting lineup. As the leader of Fresno’s defense, Ramon Martin was considered one of the best center backs in USL Championship during the 2019 season.

"This is a big part of what we’re trying to build here, the culture of having a team that isn’t only going to compete but contends for championships,'' stated Wynalda. “When I look at Del Campo as a player, what he brings to the team, what I see is experience that we need in the back. He’s an incredibly experienced player that’s perfect for this phase of his career. He can take us to the next level. Del Campo can play and he proved that last season. He’s the full package."