Apr 29, 2011
List of Virginia USL Teams for 2011 Season
The soccer season is quickly approaching for many Virginia based USL soccer teams. For those of you that do not live near the D.C. area and are unable to attend MLS matches or the annual summer tours of international teams you still have many options to get to a top quality soccer match in your area.
Below is a list of Virginia clubs that will be playing in the upcoming 2011 USL season.
If you are able to attend any of these games with your clubs, family, and/or friends share your experience with VaSoccerNews and we will be sure to post your pics as well.
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About United Soccer Leagues
Celebrating its 25th anniversary, United Soccer Leagues has become the largest organization of elite-level soccer leagues in North America by building on the vision, commitment, and passion of players, fans and investors. Now in its third decade of operation, USL continues to be a driving force in the growth of soccer in the United States, Canada and Caribbean. USL provides a clearly defined path for the progression of male and female soccer players beginning at the youth level (USL Super Y-League/USL Super-20 League), continuing through the amateur level (USL Premier Development League/USL W-League) and up to the professional level, both outdoor and indoor (USL PRO, I-League). A platform for countless players to reach for their dreams each year, USL is devoted to developing the sport at the grassroots level in every community across the region.
2011 USL PRO - USL
2011 Premier Development League
2011 W-League
For a full list of all USL teams, Super Y and Super-20 League Clubs: CLICK HERE
Plus you can check out some USL videos on Youtube
Below is a list of Virginia clubs that will be playing in the upcoming 2011 USL season.
If you are able to attend any of these games with your clubs, family, and/or friends share your experience with VaSoccerNews and we will be sure to post your pics as well.
Support the Beautiful game in Virginia!
About United Soccer Leagues
Celebrating its 25th anniversary, United Soccer Leagues has become the largest organization of elite-level soccer leagues in North America by building on the vision, commitment, and passion of players, fans and investors. Now in its third decade of operation, USL continues to be a driving force in the growth of soccer in the United States, Canada and Caribbean. USL provides a clearly defined path for the progression of male and female soccer players beginning at the youth level (USL Super Y-League/USL Super-20 League), continuing through the amateur level (USL Premier Development League/USL W-League) and up to the professional level, both outdoor and indoor (USL PRO, I-League). A platform for countless players to reach for their dreams each year, USL is devoted to developing the sport at the grassroots level in every community across the region.
2011 USL PRO - USL
2011 Premier Development League
2011 W-League
For a full list of all USL teams, Super Y and Super-20 League Clubs: CLICK HERE
Plus you can check out some USL videos on Youtube
Apr 28, 2011
United fall to New England 2-3 in U.S. Open Cup play in match
In front of a "home crowd" at the Maryland SoccerPlex, D.C. United was unable to keep alive it's streak of playing in the U.S. Open Cup. United has played in every U.S. Open Cup since 2002 a tournament the Black and Red have won twice.
“I think we certainly showed more than [the Revolution] did in the first 50 to 60 minutes,” DC head coach Ben Olsen said Tuesday night. “It wasn’t great, I don’t think either team was great, but we certainly had the ball. We just didn’t simplify things and move the ball side-to-side and just find the open man.”
Ben Olsen must surely be starting to worry about Uniteds' back line following the last two losses.
“I think in the second half we played very good,” he said postgame. “We scored two goals and found our game. A lot of games we have problems in defense – they scored so easy against us – we must be more stronger in defense.”
One good sign for D.C. United is a possible return to the defense by defender Jed Zayner.
“[My] body feels great — just a little rusty with the feet, the movement,” he said. “Feeling pretty fit and ready to go 90 minutes. It’s all up to Ben [Olsen].”
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“I think we certainly showed more than [the Revolution] did in the first 50 to 60 minutes,” DC head coach Ben Olsen said Tuesday night. “It wasn’t great, I don’t think either team was great, but we certainly had the ball. We just didn’t simplify things and move the ball side-to-side and just find the open man.”
Ben Olsen must surely be starting to worry about Uniteds' back line following the last two losses.
“I think in the second half we played very good,” he said postgame. “We scored two goals and found our game. A lot of games we have problems in defense – they scored so easy against us – we must be more stronger in defense.”
One good sign for D.C. United is a possible return to the defense by defender Jed Zayner.
“[My] body feels great — just a little rusty with the feet, the movement,” he said. “Feeling pretty fit and ready to go 90 minutes. It’s all up to Ben [Olsen].”
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NVSC names Bill Lanza TDOC
NVSC Press Release:
The Northern Virginia Soccer Club is pleased to announce Bill Lanza as the NVSC Technical Director of Coaching (TDOC). Bill brings to NVSC a unique combination of local, state, and national-level soccer experience to the club. Bill has been a member of the Northern Virginia soccer community for over 27 years, both as a player and as a trainer/coach. Bill played High School and Club soccer in Prince William County.
The Northern Virginia Soccer Club is pleased to announce Bill Lanza as the NVSC Technical Director of Coaching (TDOC). Bill brings to NVSC a unique combination of local, state, and national-level soccer experience to the club. Bill has been a member of the Northern Virginia soccer community for over 27 years, both as a player and as a trainer/coach. Bill played High School and Club soccer in Prince William County.
Apr 27, 2011
High School Soccer Rankings (NSCAA)
NSCAA National Rankings:
Boys
#16 - Frank W. Cox (Virginia Beach, VA) - Prev. #4 - Record = 9-0-2
Girls
#3 - Stone Bridge (Ashburn, VA) - Prev. #2 - Record = 6-0-1
#13 - WT Woodson (Fairfax, VA) - Record = 6-0-1
#19 - Deep Run (Glen Allen, VA) - NR - Record = 8-0-0
Region I:
Boys
#3 - Frank W. Cox (Virginia Beach, VA) Record = 9-0-2
#5 - Cosby (Midlothian, VA) Record = 7-0-0
#6 - Langley (McLean, VA) Record = 8-0-0
#8 - Herndon (Herndon, VA) Record = 9-0-0
#9 - Thomas Dale (Chester, VA) Record = 6-0-0
Girls
#1 - Stone Bridge (Ashburn, VA) Record = 6-0-1
#3 - WT Woodson (Fairfax, VA) Record = 6-0-1
#4 - Deep Run (Glen Allen, VA) Record = 8-0-0
#8 - Centreville (Clifton, VA) Record = 9-0-0
#9 - Broad Run (Ashburn, VA) Record = 5-0-0
Boys
#16 - Frank W. Cox (Virginia Beach, VA) - Prev. #4 - Record = 9-0-2
Girls
#3 - Stone Bridge (Ashburn, VA) - Prev. #2 - Record = 6-0-1
#13 - WT Woodson (Fairfax, VA) - Record = 6-0-1
#19 - Deep Run (Glen Allen, VA) - NR - Record = 8-0-0
Region I:
Boys
#3 - Frank W. Cox (Virginia Beach, VA) Record = 9-0-2
#5 - Cosby (Midlothian, VA) Record = 7-0-0
#6 - Langley (McLean, VA) Record = 8-0-0
#8 - Herndon (Herndon, VA) Record = 9-0-0
#9 - Thomas Dale (Chester, VA) Record = 6-0-0
Girls
#1 - Stone Bridge (Ashburn, VA) Record = 6-0-1
#3 - WT Woodson (Fairfax, VA) Record = 6-0-1
#4 - Deep Run (Glen Allen, VA) Record = 8-0-0
#8 - Centreville (Clifton, VA) Record = 9-0-0
#9 - Broad Run (Ashburn, VA) Record = 5-0-0
D.C. United players to host soccer clinic Wednesday in Sterling
Details about D.C. United player appearance in Sterling, VA - LoudounTimes.com
ODU Soccer Players Named Jack Wilkins/James Howard Scholar Athletes of the Year
Seniors Adam Roscioli (men's soccer), Kristofer Hagg (men's swimming and diving) and Alyssa Pietrobono (women's soccer) were named the Jack Wilkins/James Howard Scholar Athletes of the Year at the annual athletic banquet.
Full Story: The Virginia-Pilot
Full Story: The Virginia-Pilot
Apr 26, 2011
Forest Park tops Brentsville in girls soccer
Forest Park tops Brentsville in girls soccer: "For a girls soccer team like Group AA Brentsville, the opportunity to play a perennial Group AAA power like Forest Park is a special opportunity."
D.C. United Youth Academy places sixth at AEGON Future Cup
Washington, D.C. (April 25, 2011) - The D.C. United Youth Academy Under-17 team earned sixth place in the prestigious 2011 AEGON Future Cup in Amsterdam over the past weekend, as Patrick Foss scored four goals to earn the tournament’s Golden Boot award.
Apr 25, 2011
Local sides from Virginia and Maryland set to do battle for La Super Copa VI trophy
Four weeks after sixteen on the area's top amateur adult teams kicked off La Super Copa VI, presented by Volkswagen, only two teams remain in the battle for the La Super Copa VI trophy, $5,000 grand prize and local bragging rights.
Full Story: Super Copa Final set for RFK
Full Story: Super Copa Final set for RFK
Virginia Tech women’s soccer player Kelsey Billups is in a fight against ovarian cancer
By Mark Berman
BLACKSBURG -- During her Virginia Tech soccer career, Kelsey Billups was part of three teams that advanced to the NCAA tournament.
As a junior, she helped the Hokies knock off No. 1 North Carolina.
As a senior last fall, she shared the team lead in goals.
Now there is a new goal, and a new victory to pursue.
Last month, Billups learned she has ovarian cancer.
Read Full Article Here
BLACKSBURG -- During her Virginia Tech soccer career, Kelsey Billups was part of three teams that advanced to the NCAA tournament.
As a junior, she helped the Hokies knock off No. 1 North Carolina.
As a senior last fall, she shared the team lead in goals.
Now there is a new goal, and a new victory to pursue.
Last month, Billups learned she has ovarian cancer.
Read Full Article Here
OSA World Juggle-a-thon today! World Malaria Day!
Every 45 seconds a child dies from Malaria. You can help!
You can help by participating in the OSA World Juggle-a-thon to benefit Nothing Buts on World Malaria Day which is today, April 25th! Soccer players, fans and coaches everywhere are juggling to get better, juggling to save lives at 6pm their standard time anywhere in the world they have a soccer ball. The OSA World Juggle-a-thon is put on by OnlineSoccerAcademy.com for Nothing But Nets. Nothing But Nets is an MLS partner charity and for every $10 raised they provide a life saving bed net to a person in need in Africa.
How do I participate?
1. Download a pledge sheet on the "OSA World Juggle-a-thon" page of OnlineSoccerAcademy.com
2. College pledges or flat donations prior to juggling. The minimum suggested amount to raise is $30. Do that, you save 3 lives and you get a shirt!
3. Juggle for your juggling record by yourself or with friends at 6pm your time! After follow directions on pledge sheet and mail in your funds raised!
OSA World Juggle-a-thon Highlights so far:
28 pro players on board including Jay Demerit and Carli Lloyd from the US National Team
Multiple pro freestylers participating including 16 year old phenom Indi Cowie (she was on Good Morning America and New York Times recently)
One freestyler is going for Guinness World Record of most sole juggles during OSA World Juggle-a-thon
Multiple youth soccer clubs and pro supporters groups are participating and hosting OSA World Juggle-a-thon parties
CASL in North Carolina is hosting a two field OSA World Juggle-a-thon party - they have over 10,000 youth soccer players
For more information, questions or comments please visit OnlineSoccerAcademy.com or contact their founder Jared Montz at Jared@JMSoccer10.com .
Apr 22, 2011
United fall hard at home to Thierry Henry and Red Bull squad
What was advertised as a huge match-up for the Atlantic Cup between East Coast MLS rivals D.C. United and New York Red Bulls quickly turned into a one sided drubbing at RFK.
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Apr 21, 2011
Jill Ellis names local player Sullivan to U.S. U-17 trianing camp roster
Training to earn a spot in the 2012 U-17 World Cup, the U.S. U-17 Women’s National Team is currently in camp in California. Head Coach Jill Ellis called up 23 players, including one of the top freshmen in the nation – Shea Newman of FC Stars of Massachusetts and the 2010 Massachusetts state champion Medfield High School team.
Full Article: Our Game Magazine
Full Article: Our Game Magazine
Samantha Cormode, Fairfax High School
Samantha Cormode, a goalkeeper at Fairfax high school, talks about playing goalkeeper why she chose to play college soccer at Virginia Tech.
Va Tech Women's soccer adds nine newcomers for 2011
BLACKSBURG, Va. - Announcing his first class as a head coach, Chugger Adair and the Virginia Tech women’s soccer team welcome nine newcomers for the upcoming 2011 season. Kelsey Loupee, Victoria Parkinson, Jodie Zelenky, Katie Yensen, Georgina Highton, Helen Butler, Sam Cormode, Ellie Zoepfl and Danille King will all join the team this fall.
Full Story on HokiesSports.com
Full Story on HokiesSports.com
Apr 20, 2011
D.C. United Player, Conor Shanosky Appearance: April 21
Player/Jugador: Conor Shanosky
What/Qué: D.C. United Spring Break Camp
When/Cuándo: Thursday, April 21; 10:30-12:00 p.m.
Where/Dónde: The Burke School
Apr 19, 2011
Former UVa standout Cindi Harkes named to D.C. United Women coaching staff
GERMANTOWN, MD - Former college standout and W-League Champion Cindi Harkes has been named as the first assistant coach of D.C. United Women, joining head coach Michael Jorden in leading the new W-League team when it begins its first-ever season in May.
Tabb High School and Virginia Rush player Bri Jasenak to play for Middle Tennessee
For the second time in two weeks, a star on the Tabb High girls soccer team has committed to significant scholarship money to play on the collegiate level in Tennessee.
Full Article: Tabb soccer star Bri Jasenak to play for Middle Tennessee - DailyPress.com
Full Article: Tabb soccer star Bri Jasenak to play for Middle Tennessee - DailyPress.com
Three Virginia Players Headed to HDC for Under-23 WNT Camp
The U.S. under-23 women’s national team camp that begins Sunday at the Home Depot Center.
Virginia and Florida State lead all teams with three players at the camp.
Virginia Players in Camp:
GK: Chantel Jones (Virginia; Midlothian, Va.)
Defenders: Kika Toulouse (Virginia; Arlington, Va.), Morgan Stith (Virginia; Montclair, N.J.)
Virginia and Florida State lead all teams with three players at the camp.
Virginia Players in Camp:
GK: Chantel Jones (Virginia; Midlothian, Va.)
Defenders: Kika Toulouse (Virginia; Arlington, Va.), Morgan Stith (Virginia; Montclair, N.J.)
Apr 18, 2011
Davies Does it North of the Border!
In what has become a weekly event, Charlie Davies has simply scored another goal. This time Davies takes advantage of a rebound from a Josh Wolff shot and scores his 5th goal of the season for Olsens Army.
The goals have not all been beautiful but they count non the less and have helped D.C. United remain competetive as United is currently in 5th place in the Eastern conference with 7 points heading into Thursdays home match with rivals N.Y. Red Bulls.
The Red Bulls and Captain Thierry Henry are currently in the top spot of the Eastern Conference so this will be a big match to see if Davies and the Red and Black are "for real".
The goals have not all been beautiful but they count non the less and have helped D.C. United remain competetive as United is currently in 5th place in the Eastern conference with 7 points heading into Thursdays home match with rivals N.Y. Red Bulls.
The Red Bulls and Captain Thierry Henry are currently in the top spot of the Eastern Conference so this will be a big match to see if Davies and the Red and Black are "for real".
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Apr 16, 2011
Delicate Scores his third to propel Kickers to 3-0
Apr 15, 2011
Cavaliers reviewed following spring match
Article Written By Joe Mauceri, ESNN
College Park, MD - The DC United reserve team beat both the University of Maryland and the University of Virginia recently with a pair of 1-0 victories while Virginia crushed Maryland 4-1 in the final game of the 3 team round-robin exhibition.
College Park, MD - The DC United reserve team beat both the University of Maryland and the University of Virginia recently with a pair of 1-0 victories while Virginia crushed Maryland 4-1 in the final game of the 3 team round-robin exhibition.
Apr 14, 2011
NSCAA 2011 High School Spring Rankings #2
National 2nd Poll - April 12, 2011 (NSCAA)
Boys
no. 4 - Frank W. Cox (Virginia Beach, Va.), Previous no. 2, 6-0-1
no. 16 - Cosby (Midlothian, Va.), Previous NR, 5-0-0
Girls
no.2 - Stone Bridge (Ashburn, Va.), Previous no.4, 5-0-1
Region I
Boys
no.2 - Frank W. Cox (Virginia Beach, Va.), 6-0-1
no.5 - Cosby (Midlothian, Va.), 5-0-0
no.8 - Langley (McLean, Va.), 7-0-0
Region II
Girls
no.1 - Stone Bridge (Ashburn, Va.), 5-0-1
no.4 - WT Woodson (Fairfax, Va.), 5-0-1
no.5 - Deep Run (Glen Allen, Va.), 6-0-0
no. 6 - Broad Run (Ashburn, Va.), 5-0-0
no.9 - Centreville (Clifton, Va.), 7-0-0
Boys
no. 4 - Frank W. Cox (Virginia Beach, Va.), Previous no. 2, 6-0-1
no. 16 - Cosby (Midlothian, Va.), Previous NR, 5-0-0
Girls
no.2 - Stone Bridge (Ashburn, Va.), Previous no.4, 5-0-1
Region I
Boys
no.2 - Frank W. Cox (Virginia Beach, Va.), 6-0-1
no.5 - Cosby (Midlothian, Va.), 5-0-0
no.8 - Langley (McLean, Va.), 7-0-0
Region II
Girls
no.1 - Stone Bridge (Ashburn, Va.), 5-0-1
no.4 - WT Woodson (Fairfax, Va.), 5-0-1
no.5 - Deep Run (Glen Allen, Va.), 6-0-0
no. 6 - Broad Run (Ashburn, Va.), 5-0-0
no.9 - Centreville (Clifton, Va.), 7-0-0
Great Time of Year to Take in Some High School Sports
The high school soccer seasons are warming up as well. The Chantilly High girls team, just two seasons removed from its 2009 region title, has upcoming road games at respected opponents Lake Braddock on Monday, April 11 and cross-town rival Westfield High on Thursday, April 28. One of the top cross-town rivals anywhere is in the McLean-area where boys' teams McLean and Langley will be prepping for region title runs when they meet on Tuesday, May 3 at McLean High School in a late-season affair. The two squads met in last year's Liberty District title game with the Highlanders coming out victorious. Full Article: Great Time of Year to Take in Some High School Sports
High School Soccer notes: Langley boys, W-L girls motivated by past
By Paul Tenorio and James Wagner, Wednesday, April 13, 5:22 PM
The disappointment has not diminished at all among the 16 returning players from a Langley boys’ soccer team that won its first 15 games last season before losing its final two – the first a penalty kick thriller to rival McLean in the Virginia AAA Liberty District tournament championship and then an ignominious defeat to Mount Vernon in the first round of the Northern Region tournament.
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The disappointment has not diminished at all among the 16 returning players from a Langley boys’ soccer team that won its first 15 games last season before losing its final two – the first a penalty kick thriller to rival McLean in the Virginia AAA Liberty District tournament championship and then an ignominious defeat to Mount Vernon in the first round of the Northern Region tournament.
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Apr 13, 2011
Video: Spectacular goal in Virginia high school soccer match
By Steven Goff
A bit old, but worth a look.....
Brentsville High School’s Zach Willis, who will play at James Madison University this fall, scores from 38 yards against Battlefield. (Read colleague Paul Tenorio’s match report.)
See full post on WashingtonPost.com
A bit old, but worth a look.....
Brentsville High School’s Zach Willis, who will play at James Madison University this fall, scores from 38 yards against Battlefield. (Read colleague Paul Tenorio’s match report.)
See full post on WashingtonPost.com
Apr 12, 2011
Richmond’s Delicâte Named USL PRO Player of the Week
D.C. United Academy completes New England schedule
Washington, D.C. (April 12, 2011) - D.C. United’s Youth Academy faced two opponents over the past weekend, with the Black-and-Red compiling a 1-2-1 record against FC Greater Boston and the New England Revolution in U.S. Soccer Development Academy play. Both the U-16 and U-18 sides traveled to Boston to play Greater Boston at Harvard University, followed by a trip to Gillette Stadium to play the Revolution.
PDL Piranhas announce assistant coach
Kickers host Japan earthquake and Tsunami benefit
Richmond, VA – (Monday, April 11, 2011) – The Richmond Kickers are pleased to welcome the University of Richmond Taiko Ensemble, River City Taiko, a traditional Japanese drum ensemble, to City Stadium this Friday, April 15. River City Taiko will perform during the Kickers home game versus Rochester, slated to kick off at 7:00 p.m., and the Red Cross will be on hand to collect donations for the Japan Earthquake and Pacific Tsunami Relief Fund.
In Tax Debate, Lessons from Ronaldinho and Beckham
Economists study European soccer stars to understand how the wealthy respond to tax increases and what states should do as a result.
By Lindsey McCormack
How high can you tax the rich before they decide to pack up and move somewhere cheaper? For states teetering on the edge of bankruptcy, this is no theoretical question. Set taxes too low, and you miss out on valuable revenue — set them too high, and your powerhouse workers might move away.
By Lindsey McCormack
How high can you tax the rich before they decide to pack up and move somewhere cheaper? For states teetering on the edge of bankruptcy, this is no theoretical question. Set taxes too low, and you miss out on valuable revenue — set them too high, and your powerhouse workers might move away.
Sundhage Names 29 Players for Three-Week U.S. WNT Training Camp in Florida
CHICAGO (April 11, 2011) – U.S. Women’s National Team head coach Pia Sundhage has named a roster of 29 players for a training camp that will take place in West Palm Beach, Fla., from April 18-May 6.
Apr 11, 2011
Davies does it again!
Saturday, April 9, 2011 at RFK Stadium against one of the more popular teams in MLS Charlie Davies did it agian.
With his league leading 4th goal of the season Davies helped United escape at home with a penelty kick goal to tie the game 1-1.
Up next for Charlie Davies and the rest of the Black-and-Red crew, Toronto FC on April 16th in Canada.
Can Davies continue this majical comeback season north of the border?
Delicate Volley gives Kickers 2-1 win over Riverhounds
RICHMOND, VA – (Saturday, April 9, 2011) – It was a tale of two halves at Richmond City Stadium Saturday night as an uneventful opening period between the Richmond Kickers and the Pittsburgh Riverhounds gave way to an enthralling second half. Goals from Gerson Dos Santos and Matthew Delicâte were enough to secure the victory and help Richmond maintain their undefeated start to the season.Virginia beat Maryland at 15th Annual Kicks Against Breast Cancer Tournament
The University of Virginia beat rivals Maryland 3-0 Saturday at the SoccerPlex in Boyds, MD. as part of the 15th Annual Kicks Against Breast Cancer Tournament.
For more information about the tournament and a list of teams go to: Kicks Against Breast Cancer
For more information about the tournament and a list of teams go to: Kicks Against Breast Cancer
Apr 8, 2011
D.C. United players interviewed on local news channel
Check out Santino Quaranta, Josh Wolff, and Chris Pontius on local news channel FOX 5.
Fox 5 also interviews United head coach, Ben Olsen (The General).
Fox 5 also interviews United head coach, Ben Olsen (The General).
Jay Demerit on Jared Montz Soccer Podcast
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Jared Montz is a former pro and the founder of Online Soccer Academy and College Recruiting Website .
Virginia Online Soccer News syndicates his just about weekly Jared Montz Soccer Podcast and you can subscribe for free in iTunes.
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Jared Montz is a former pro and the founder of Online Soccer Academy and College Recruiting Website .
Virginia Online Soccer News syndicates his just about weekly Jared Montz Soccer Podcast and you can subscribe for free in iTunes.
You can also find him on Facebook and Twitter.
Apr 7, 2011
VCU Girls Night A Hit With CUFC Girls
Over 80 girls showed up last night to participate in the first ever Chesterfield United All Girls Night. The night was run by VCU women's soccer team who put the girls through a series of fun and challenging skill stations. In attendance was Co-Head Coach Tiffany Roberts Sahaydak who was on hand to give young Chesterfield United players excellent advice.
D.C. United vs Philadelphia Union - U.S. Open Cup Highlights
Boyds, MD - Wednesday night D.C. United took on the Philadelphia Union at the Maryland SoccerPlex in Boyds, MD in U.S. Open Cup action. From the video highlights it looks as if there where very few fans in attendance.
United went on to beat the Union in penelty kicks following the 2-2 draw.
Up next for the Black and Red is the New England Revolution Tuesday, April 26 back at the SoccerPlex in Boyds.
Hopefully there will be some more fan support for 2-time winners (1996, 2008), D.C. United, in what is essentially a home match.
Guest Post - 2011 WPS Draft Pick, Sinnead Farrelly, Philidelphia Independence
Sinead Farrelly has been preparing for the upcoming 2011 WPS season with the Philidelphia Independence.
Farrelly was selected by the Philadelphia Independence as the No. 2 overall pick in the 2011 WPS Draft, is a member of the U-23 National Team, and played soccer for the University of Virginia.
By Sinead Farrelly
Preseason is almost over; it’s only been 5 weeks but its felt like about 5 months. Training has been really good- I’ve learned so much already in this past month or so.
The girls are so welcoming and it’s been so easy to mesh in with the team. Our schedule is pretty hectic between two-a-days and what not but we always make the best out of it.
Besides hanging out and training, we also got to go on a team tour to Philadelphia. We took a big bus, each seat accompanied with a philly soft pretzel and water. Our first stop was the famous Pat's cheesesteak for some lunch. The cheesesteaks were of course amazing, but I was full for like 8 hours afterwards. Then we headed to the art museum and took pictures of the Rocky statue as well as raced up the steps! We tried to take pictures of us jumping off the steps but the timing never ever worked out.
Next we stopped by LOVE Park before we headed to the channel 3 news building. They took us on a tour of the building and we got to go in the actual news room where they do all the reports and the weather. We got to stand in front of the green screen that most newscasters do when reading the weather and got to pretend to report the conditions for the next couple of days. We also got to meet the sportscaster and weather woman for channel 3 news, it was awesome and the people there were super nice.
For dinner we headed to a place in the Italian market for some chicken parmesan, lasagna, and spaghetti and meatballs. The food was delicious and the Italian market was really cool as well. It was nighttime so everything was closed, but it’s pretty much an outside market down an entire street where they roast food, sell items, and do fun activities. The owner of the restaurant invited us back during the second weekend of May which is the Italian market festival which will be really fun!
Other than that, we've been making our own fun in the locker room and our lounge and just getting to know each other better. Our first game of the season is this Sunday so everyone is really excited! We play Sky Blue in New Jersey and hoping to come out with a win to start the season off right.
Pretty much I’m loving life and getting to play soccer everyday and hang out with my family and friends so it’s been a dream come true.
Archive: 2/10/2011 - Q & A: Sinead Farrelly
D.C. United to face Revolution for U.S. Open Cup play-in game
Washington, D.C. (April 6, 2011) - Following a victory tonight over the Philadelphia Union, D.C. United today announced details for a second U.S. Open Cup play-in game against the New England Revolution. The Black-and-Red will play host to the Revolution on Tuesday, April 26 at the Maryland SoccerPlex in Boyds, MD. Kickoff is set for 7:30pm.
Apr 6, 2011
Richmond’s Callahan Named USL PRO Player of the Week
TAMPA, Fla. - United Soccer Leagues announced the first USL PRO Team of the Week of the 2011 season today, honoring Richmond Kickers midfielder Michael Callahan as Player of the Week for his commanding performance in his team’s 2-0 win against Orlando City on Saturday, April 2.
Apr 5, 2011
D.C. United reserves to play Maryland and Virginia
Washington, D.C. (April 5, 2011) - D.C. United announced today that the club’s reserves will be taking part in truncated exhibition matches against local NCAA Division I institutions, University of Maryland and University of Virginia on Sunday, April 10 on the University of Maryland’s campus in College Park, Md.
NEW CONTEST ALERT! Win an Andres Cantor Gooooal! soccer clock
VaSoccerNews would like to announce our newest contest, courtesy of Audio Soccer Clocks.
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We will announce the winner April 8, 2011 on our Facebook page.
Simply LIKE VaSoccerNews on Facebook and submit your favorite Andres Cantor GOOOOOAL! call video to our Facebook page.
The video with the most 'likes' by noon Friday will win the first clock, so be sure to get your friends and family to vote for your submission.
We will announce the winner April 8, 2011 on our Facebook page.
Indian River senior midfielder has Braves off on right foot
By Chris Carlson
The Virginian-Pilot
© April 5, 2011
CHESAPEAKE
Buzzer-beaters may be the norm in March, but rarely do they happen in a sport where goaltending is legal.
Full Story HERE
The Virginian-Pilot
© April 5, 2011
CHESAPEAKE
Buzzer-beaters may be the norm in March, but rarely do they happen in a sport where goaltending is legal.
Full Story HERE
Apr 4, 2011
Former All-American Missy Wycinsky-Pruden to be Inducted into Tribe Athletics Hall of Fame
Courtesy TribeAthletics.com
Mon, April 04, 2011
Williamsburg, Va. (April 4, 2011) -- Former William and Mary Tribe women's soccer great Missy Wycinsky-Pruden will be part of a six-member class being inducted into the College's Athletics Hall of Fame on Saturday evening. The ceremony will take place on Saturday, April 9 at Williamsburg's Crowne Plaza Fort Magruder Hotel.
Mon, April 04, 2011
Williamsburg, Va. (April 4, 2011) -- Former William and Mary Tribe women's soccer great Missy Wycinsky-Pruden will be part of a six-member class being inducted into the College's Athletics Hall of Fame on Saturday evening. The ceremony will take place on Saturday, April 9 at Williamsburg's Crowne Plaza Fort Magruder Hotel.
Charity Battle of the Sexes to benefit Power Wheelchair Soccer
Virginia Beach, Virginia - The Virginia Beach Piranhas and AllFirst LLC, Industrial General Contractors are pleased to announce a battle of the soccer sexes on April 22 when the W-League Piranhas will take on the AllFirst men's squad in a charity match at the Sportsplex at 7 p.m. Proceeds of the match will benefit the Tidewater Piranhas Power Wheelchair Soccer team. Tickets are $10 at the gate and available for purchase on the Piranhas web site. The Tidewater team will use the proceeds to travel to the United States Power Soccer Association's Champion's Cup in Minneapolis, June 23-25.
NVSC Annual Golf Tournament Golf Tournament
The NVSC 2nd Annual Golf Tournament is quickly approaching. There are still plenty of opening available. Details are below:
VCCL EXPANDS NORTH
VCCL EXPANDS NORTH - Eight Northern Virginia Clubs Form VCCL North; Play Starts Fall 2011
Taylor Stynes of Eastern View joines Bluefield College / Heather Schnake of Courtland High School chose ODU
By Ron Counts
StarExponent.com
Published: April 03, 2011
Eastern View girls soccer player Taylor Stynes joined Bluefield College’s 2001 recruiting class after signing her national letter of intent March 26.
StarExponent.com
Published: April 03, 2011
Eastern View girls soccer player Taylor Stynes joined Bluefield College’s 2001 recruiting class after signing her national letter of intent March 26.
U.S. Women fall to England 2-1 in London
LONDON (April 2, 2011) – In the U.S. Women’s National Team’s first ever match in England, the U.S. fell to the hosts 2-1 in front of a boisterous crowd at Brisbane Road. Megan Rapinoe scored the lone goal for the Americans in the first half after the U.S. went behind by two goals early in the match.
Soccer Icon Pele secures visa and returns to the Cosmos
NEW YORK, NY— April 1, 2011 — Wildes & Weinberg is pleased to announce that Managing Partner Michael Wildes has secured an O-1 visa for Edson Arantes Do Nascimento, better known to millions as soccer icon Pelé, as he joins the New York Cosmos as Honorary President. As an “Alien of Extraordinary Ability,” who was recently hired to come to the United States to help rebuild the world-famous professional soccer team in New York City, Pelé was required to secure an O-1 visa before he was able to begin his employment for the team’s front office. U.S. immigration regulations require that certain athletes who desire to work or play for a professional sports team for an extended period of time obtain O or P visas.
Apr 1, 2011
WIN A TRIP TO SEE MANCHESTER UNITED!
Richmond, VA – (Friday, April 1, 2011) – The Richmond Kickers and HCA Virginia are pleased to once again host the fan favorite Frisbee Toss halftime contest at every Kickers pro home game this season. New in 2011, the grand prize will be a trip for two to see a Manchester United game in Manchester, England, courtesy of XL Soccer Tours. One hundred percent of the proceeds from the contest will benefit the American Heart Association.
“Kickers fans love our long-standing tradition of the HCA Virginia Halftime Frisbee Toss,” commented Shelley Sowers, Richmond Kickers General Manager. “Having XL Soccer Tours provide such a wonderful prize will certainly raise excitement in the stadium and will help us raise funds and awareness to benefit the American Heart Association.”
“Kickers fans love our long-standing tradition of the HCA Virginia Halftime Frisbee Toss,” commented Shelley Sowers, Richmond Kickers General Manager. “Having XL Soccer Tours provide such a wonderful prize will certainly raise excitement in the stadium and will help us raise funds and awareness to benefit the American Heart Association.”
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