In their first preseason matchup of the season, Orlando City B took on the University of Central Florida in a Sunday afternoon friendly.
23-year-old Michael Cox had a dominate first half performance. He recorded a hat trick just 35 minutes into play. The forward scored on a free kick 10th minute, on a rebound in minute 25, and the followed it up with a penalty kick in the 35th.
“I was delighted for Michael Cox who got his hat trick,” said Head Coach Anthony Pulis. “We believe he is going to be a good player for us this year and a threat.