CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. - Chattanooga Red Wolves SC has announced the signing of midfielder Leopoldo Hernández to its 2024 squad, pending league and federation approval. 

Hernández played collegiately at Taft College and at the University of California, Riverside. While at Taft College, he started in 19 of 20 matches played and registered four goals and five assists, one of which was the match-winning goal.

Hernández transferred to UC Riverside for his junior and senior year where he registered a total of 2,816 minutes in 2021-2022 combined. He had four goals and 11 assists and started 36 out of 38 games for the Highlanders. Hernández was named First and Second Team All-Big West in his senior and junior year, respectively.

Most recently, Hernández spent the 2023 season with the Los Angeles Force in NISA, appearing in 21 games and registering 1,473 minutes with one assist. Hernández, originally from Sacramento, Calif., was also a member of Sacramento Republic FC's academy system.

"I am beyond excited to be joining the Red Wolves for the 2024 season," Hernández said. "I hope to contribute to this club's success and create unforgettable memories along the way! I am eager to call this place my home. I can't wait for the season to begin, and I hope to see you all at CHI Memorial Stadium!"

"Leopoldo is a player we are very excited about," said Red Wolves Head Coach Scott Mackenzie. "He had a great college career at UC Riverside, a great first year at LA Force and has all the qualities needed to be a top midfielder in this league. He can pass, dribble, defend and create. We are excited to have him onboard."