Goalkeeper: The City Islanders made a big addition in goal with the signing of Brandon Miller, the 2015 USL Goalkeeper of the Year when he played for the Rochester Rhinos. Miller will be looking for a bounce-back year after going through ups and downs for Orange County SC, and he’ll have solid competition as Nick Noble returns to the City Islanders for his sixth season with the club.

Defense: The addition of Lee Nishanian from the LA Galaxy II saw the City Islanders also make a strong addition to the center of their defense, a necessity after conceding 54 goals a season ago. Nishanian joins Shawn McLaws, who was one of the most consistent players in Harrisburg’s back line a year ago, and fellow former Red Bulls II player Jamie Thomas, both of whom return for the new season. Former Villanova player Chris Hill is set for his first full season with the club.

Midfield: The departure of Jose Barril to OKC Energy FC will be a tough one, but there is some good quality back for the side in the shape of Jamaican Paul Wilson, who had four goals and six assists last season. The addition of former USL Cup winner Jonny Mendoza should also provide a boost, as could returning midfielder Dabo Mouhamed. Danny DiPrima’s experience should also be valuable, while the additions of former San Antonio FC midfielder Manolo Sanchez and Houston Dynamo player Rasheed Olabiyi could also provide the attack a welcome boost.

Forward: Aaron Wheeler’s five goals in 13 appearances last year were providing a solid impetus for the City Islanders until injury problems saw him finish the season with only 798 minutes of action. A former PDL Most Valuable Player, the veteran forward returns healthy for the new season, and has good support with Cardel Benbow back to try and improve on his two goals and two assists a season ago. A newcomer to the side is Mike Olla, who recorded 40 goals in 71 appearances at Montclair State University, and could prove a nice addition to the squad.