Orlando City president Phil Rawlins steps down from day-to-day operations

Seth Vertelney

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Orlando City president Phil Rawlins has announced he is stepping down from day-to-day operations of the club, with team CEO Alex Leitao to assume operational duties. 

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Rawlins brought professional soccer to Orlando in 2010 when he moved the Austin Aztex to Florida. He oversaw the club's move from USL to MLS in 2015 and helped the team secure a new downtown stadium, which will open in 2017.

“The opening of the stadium in March is the final piece in the jigsaw puzzle. With the stadium complete I have accomplished all that I promised the community of Central Florida when I arrived in Orlando in 2010," Rawlins said in a club release. 

Rawlins has been given the title of "Life President" and will remain on the Orlando City board. 

“When Phil told me his desire to leave the day-to-day operations, I was saddened by his decision," club owner Flavio Augusto da Silva said. "He has made an enormous contribution to both this club and the Orlando community. I wish Phil great success with whatever he decides to do next."

Seth Vertelney