Players

Ajax, Ontario, Canada native Gino Mauro joined the Stars midseason in 2011 after spending time overseas in the lower divisions of the Italian league. Mauro was part of Major League Soccer side Toronto FC's youth side, but signed for AS Pro Belvedere Vercelli, becoming the first player from TFC's youth system to sign a pro contract in a foreign league. In 2012, he'll be looking to make his first appearance with the Stars after spending his time in Minnesota in 2011 as a developmental player. Field time was hard to come by for Mauro as the Stars made their run to the NASL crown, but with a year of growth, the departure of fellow centerback and former roommate Jack Stewart and the Stars' presence in the 2012 Lamar Hunt US Open Cup, Mauro should have some opportunities to take the pitch this season.

Mauro was part of three clubs during his time in Italy. In addition to Belvedere Vercelli, the 6-foot-3 defender was also a member of Derthona and Albese Calcio.

Gino is the son of Grace and Joe Mauro. He also has a brother, Massimo. Off the field, Gino likes listening to music and watching action and gangster movies.