RICHMOND, Va. – The Richmond Kickers announced on Tuesday goalkeeper Ryan Taylor had suffered a torn Anterior Cruciate Ligament, Medial Collateral Ligament and Meniscus, and would be unavailable for the remained of the 2016 USL season.

“All involved with the club are saddened and disappointed for Ryan to sustain a season-ending injury,” commented Leigh Cowlishaw, Richmond Kickers Director of Soccer.  “Ryan was in great form and will be a big loss to the team. We know he will dedicate himself to rehab and are confident that he will return to full health within 6-8 months. We wish Ryan a speedy recovery and look forward to seeing him on the field again soon.”

Taylor had been stellar in the Kickers’ opening four games of the 2016 season, posting a 0.86 goals-against average and two shutouts. He suffered the injury just over a week against in the Kickers’ game against the Charlotte Independence.

Richmond acquired goalkeeper Matt Turner on loan from the New England Revolution this past weekend for their game against Toronto FC II, as the former Jersey Express standout recorded a shutout in his first professional start.