The Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC announced Monday the signing of Ismaila “Ish” Jome. The 24-year-old Gambian National spent 2018 with the USL Nashville SC after 2 seasons with Minnesota United in both the NASL and MLS.
The signing is another in a string of versatile midfielders and defenders for the Switchbacks this offseason. While Jome is listed as a midfielder, he has experience playing wingback, and will most likely try to fill the void left by Josh Suggs, who signed with the USL Championship expansion side New Mexico United this offseason.
“Ish is a big addition to the team.