Words: Sam Attwood

Sunshine Coast FC has boosted its midfield with the signing of American import Drew Jeskey as Fire looks to continue building momentum for a late season push.

Jeskey joins Fire from fellow PlayStation 4 National Premier Leagues club Gold Coast City, where he made seven appearances this year after switching from Fight Centre Premier League outfit Mitchelton FC

The 27-year-old Chicago native has also played abroad for Sporting Kristina in Finland’s third-tier league, Kakkonen, in 2014.

Jeskey credits Fire coach Sam Saif as the deciding factor in his choice to join the club, having played under Saif at Mitchelton FC.

“I wish I could have come in earlier in the season, Sam was a big part of my decision to come to the Coast,” he said.

“You just need to look at Sam’s teams; he brings out the best in his players and makes them work at 100 percent.”

Jeskey has been training with Fire for the several weeks while awaiting visa clearance and has taken the time to get a feel for the team.

“Everyone has been very helping and welcoming, the past couple of games have been very good to watch and the team has been getting better each week,” Jeskey concluded.

This weekend Fire take on Redlands United at Cleveland Showgrounds - the same ground where they notched a shock 4-0 win over Brisbane Roar Youth last round.

PlayStation 4 National Premier Leagues 2016 - Round 17

Redlands United FC v Sunshine Coast FC
Saturday, July 9 | 3:00PM
Cleveland Showgrounds, Redland City