Newly formed 1812 Football Club Barrie announced they’re adding a big name to their front office on Monday. Former Canadian Player of the Year Julian De Guzman will join as both club president and co-owner.

JULIAN DE DE GUZMAN, CANADA SOCCER’S ALL-TIME LEADER IN INTERNATIONAL APPEARANCES, JOINS 1812 FC BARRIE AS PRESIDENT AND CO-OWNER

JOIN US ON SEPT 29, 12:30P, FOR PRESS CONFERENCE STREAMING LIVE pic.twitter.com/BccPhWglS5

— 1812 FC Barrie (@1812FC) September 21, 2020

De Guzman previously spent two years as president of the USL’s Ottawa Fury, so he will bring a wealth of experience to 1812 FC Barrie. The club currently has three players committed for the 2021 season.