After scoring in three of Louisville City FC’s first four matches of the season, veteran George Davis IV was off to a brilliant start to the 2017 campaign, leading his club in scoring for a number of weeks.
Davis IV’s next goal would come during the 4-4 shootout with the Charleston Battery on June 3rd, a crucial strike keeping the boys in purple within a goal of the hosts – though he wouldn’t return to the scoring sheet for 18 straight games.
For the former Richmond Kicker, the drought had no effect on his confidence.
“Like I said, I know that I’m capable and I knew I was going to get chances again, so I just tried to stay patient, keep believing and looking towards the next opportunity,” said Davis IV.
His scoring burst continues a trend among the LouCity locker room that has seen all but one field player record a goal this year.
While the scoring has been spread in a seemingly random manner and each player an offensive threat to opposing teams, Coach O’Connor credits his midfielder for his consistent play.
“I think George is one of the more consistent players that we have so you always know what you’re going to get from George,” Coach O’Connor said.
Having scored twice in as many games including the first of the three-game road trip, Davis IV has now recorded six goals on the season, good for second on Louisville City FC.
A graduate from the University of Kentucky, Davis IV was sidelined during the drought with a tweaked knee but says he’s back in full form.
“I’m 100% in shape and feeling confident,” added Davis IV. “So honestly it’s that time of year where you want to be at your best, so hopefully I can stay healthy and keep that up and continue to succeed.”
