FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

LYNX SIGN FORMER ALL-STAR

April 10, 2003 (TORONTO, ON) — Joining the Lynx is former Montreal Impact star, Guiliano Oliviero, a highly skilled offensive midfielder. In 1995, Oliviero was A-League Rookie of the Year and a First Team All A-League selection. He now enters his ninth A-League season after successful stints with Vancouver, Staten Island, in addition to the Impact. Oliviero has 36 goals and 111 points in his A-League career and will greatly bolster the Lynx offensive attack this season. His best A-League season was in 1998 when he recorded 8 goals and 11 assists, totaling 27 points for Montreal. Lynx fans will remember Oliviero from his game-winning goal in a 2-0 loss at Montreal last May 26^th. Peter Pinizzotto, the Lynx head coach affirms,“Guiliano is quite a leader and an experienced quality player. We are excited about his suiting up for the Lynx as soon as the International Transfer paperwork is done!” Oliviero comes to Toronto after an indoor season with the Cleveland Force of MISL.

ASHTON RETURNS FOR 6^TH SEASON

Brian Ashton, one of the Lynx’ most popular player of all time, is back for his sixth season with the club. Ashton, 28, is a four-time winner of the Toronto Lynx Fan Favourite Award, as well as the Lynx career leader in games (134) and minutes (10760) played. With his Canadian style, hardnosed tackling and extraordinary work rate in midfield, Ashton has gained the respect of teammates and opponents and the admiration of Lynx supporters. The Sudbury, Ontario native was also the recipient of the 2002 Toronto Lynx Public Relations Award for his tireless efforts with the Lynx many community initiatives. Ashton’s leadership will be needed, both on and off the field, as the Lynx resolve to reaching the playoffs for the first time since 2000. 

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FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
DAVID NUTT  -- MEDIA RELATIONS, TORONTO LYNX