FC Naples is excited to announce that Tomas Ritondale has signed a full contract with the club following the completion of his initial 25-day deal.
Ritondale first joined on a short-term basis, giving the coaching staff a chance to evaluate his fit with the squad during the club’s inaugural season. His professionalism, energy in training, and strong connection with teammates quickly stood out, leading to a longer commitment.
Head Coach Matt “Gaffa” Poland highlighted Ritondale’s influence beyond the pitch:
“We are excited to announce the contract extension of Tomas Ritondale. Despite his young age, Tomas already brings a wealth of experience to our squad. His technical ability allows him to play at a high level, particularly in wide areas where he creates real challenges for the opposition. Just as important, his character and personality have been a strong presence in the locker room as we continue to build our team culture in this first season.”
Ritondale began his professional career with Miami United FC, featuring in the U.S. Open Cup before moving to the USL Championship with Rio Grande Valley FC in 2023. He then joined Huntsville City FC in 2024, an MLS NEXT Pro side where he continued his development in a competitive environment tied closely to Major League Soccer.
Player Details:
- Name: Tomas Ritondale
- Pronunciation: Toe-mahs Ree-TAWN-dah-lay
- Position: Left-Back
- Height: 5’10”
- Date of Birth: April 16, 2002 (age 23)
- Hometown: Miami, Florida
- Nationality: United States/Argentina
- Previous Experience: Huntsville City, Rio Grande Valley
Transaction: FC Naples signs Tomas Ritondale to a full contract, pending league and federation approval.The next chance to see FC Naples at home comes on August 30, when the team welcomes Westchester SC to Paradise Coast Sports Complex Stadium. Tickets can be purchased here.