Fresno native makes professional debut with Fuego FC
FRESNO, Calif. – Central Valley Fuego FC announced on Sunday it has signed forward Julian Chavez as the club builds its roster for its inaugural 2022 USL League One season. The signing is pending league and federation approval.
A Fresno native, Torralva played collegiately with University of California, Merced. He captained for 3 seasons recording 74 appearances, 70 starts, 11 goals and 14 assists. He also competed with Valley FC of UPSL during their inaugural and undefeated season. He helped lead his team to win the 2021 Western Conference – Norcal South – Premier Division. The 25-year-old also played for Academica SC of NPSL.
“Being able to play for the Fuego is something that is very special to me,” said Torralva. “From growing up and watching Fuego games to now being able to play for them in front of my friends and family is extremely humbling and exciting. I can’t wait to get to work and put out a product that our community can stand behind and be proud of.”
