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Deep Run HS graduate Kirkland signs with Richmond Kickers

The Richmond Kickers Sept. 12 announced that former Deep Run High School standout and University of Mary Washington All-American forward Josh Kirkland has signed a contract to play for the team, pending league and federation approval. The contract will be Kirkland's first professional deal after he spent time "trialing" with the Kickers. Kirkland, 23, is a winger who displayed an ability to get behind defensive backlines during the Kickers’ exhibition match against USL League Two side Lionsbridge FC June 26. He netted the tying goal after splitting two defenders and nutmegging the keeper with a low-driven strike. “Being on trial...

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