FORWARD MADISON FC SIGN FORWARD, DEAN BOLTZ, ON LOAN FROM CHICAGO FIRE FC
Boltz makes midseason move to Mingos from Chicago Fire II
MADISON, WI: Forward Madison FC has signed Forward, Dean Boltz, on a season-loan from Chicago Fire FC, pending league and federation approval. Boltz will make his return to Madison after having spent his impressive freshman career at the University of Wisconsin in 2024.
“We’re excited to add a player of Dean’s quality to our roster at this stage of the season,” said Forward Madison Head Coach and Technical Director, Matt Glaeser. “He’s familiar with our club and city having played at the University of Wisconsin and we know his attributes well. We feel he will contribute greatly to our attacking group and we are glad to have him through the end of the season.”
An Illinois native, Boltz lit up the college soccer scene his first year with the Badgers in 2024, becoming the first UW-Madison freshman to tally 10 goals and reach 24 points on the season. Boltz was both a United Soccer Coaches All-North Region Second-Team pick and All-Big Ten Second Team selection in his freshman year, finishing the season as the No. 2 goal-scorer in the Big Ten. Boltz set another UW-Madison record in December of 2024 when he was selected third in the first round of the MLS SuperDraft 2025–the highest draft pick of any UW Badger.
“I’m very excited to join the team on loan and try to come in and make an impact in any way I can to help this team push for the playoffs,” said Boltz.
Boltz’ professional career began this year with Chicago Fire II. Boltz notched 18 appearances, nine starts, four goals and one assist in 750 minutes of play. Boltz will be a prime target on the Mingos offense as they look to secure a playoff spot this season. The striker is set to make his FMFC debut this Saturday on the road against South Georgia Tormenta FC.
About Forward Madison FC: Forward Madison FC is a charter member of USL League One, launched in the Spring of 2019. The Flamingos were a USL League One playoff team in 2019, 2023, 2024, and have
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