Orlando City's Mason Stajduhar and his wife, Tatiana, were arrested on disorderly conduct charges following an incident outside a nightclub in Florida, where they allegedly caused a disturbance and resisted security officers.
Orlando City goalkeeper Mason Stajduhar and his wife, Tatiana, were arrested early Sunday morning following a physical altercation outside a nightclub in Orlando, Florida. Police reports indicate that the couple was charged with disorderly conduct around 1 a.m. ET.
Responding officers observed Mason Stajduhar attempting to re-enter the club after an alleged confrontation. The club manager reported that the couple had been disruptive and disrespectful at the main entrance, particularly towards female employees.
According to an affidavit, Mason Stajduhar claimed that a bouncer had struck his wife and expressed his intention to check on her well-being. He admitted to resisting security personnel in an attempt to gain entry to the club.
Meanwhile, Tatiana Stajduhar allegedly engaged in verbal abuse towards the officers who detained her husband. While she reportedly pushed an officer with an open hand, police chose not to charge her with battery on an officer or resisting arrest with violence, citing "discretion."
"The Club is aware that goalkeeper Mason Stajduhar was arrested early Sunday morning. We are currently gathering more information and will have no further comment at this time," stated Orlando City in an official statement.
Mason Stajduhar, who is in his fourth season with Orlando City, has accumulated one start this season and 12 overall for the club. Prior to joining the MLS, he played for Orlando City B in USL League One and the Tulsa Roughnecks in the USL Championship.
The arrest has raised concerns within the MLS community, with many expressing disappointment in the behavior of a professional athlete. Authorities continue to investigate the incident, and further details may emerge in the coming days.
In light of the ongoing legal proceedings, neither Stajduhar nor his wife has commented publicly on the matter. It remains to be seen how the incident will impact their personal and professional lives, as well as the reputation of Orlando City FC.
