Showing posts with label richmond soccer. Show all posts
Showing posts with label richmond soccer. Show all posts
Oct 8, 2012
Video: Richmond Women's Soccer Edges Fordham, 1-0
The Richmond women defeated Fordham to improve to 3-1 at home this season.
Oct 3, 2012
Richmond Men Host GW Friday, Ask For Support to Save Program
RICHMOND, VA – (Wednesday, October 3, 2012) – The University of Richmond men’s soccer team will play host to George Washington University this Friday, October 5 at Robins Stadium, on the campus of the University ofRichmond. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. and all members of the media are invited to attend.
Players from the University of Richmond men’s soccer and track teams were notified late last week that their sports teams have been dropped by the University to make room for men's lacrosse. This, despite the fact that the men's soccer and track team members represent so much of what is right about college athletics: passion, perseverance, academic and athletic excellence.
The University of Richmond alumni, students, faculty members, and broader Richmond community have rallied and are committed to getting the soccer and track teams reinstated. They are encouraging community members to attend this Friday’s home game to show support of the program.
Sep 14, 2012
Video: Richmond women's soccer player Becca Wann on winning U20 Gold Medal
University of Richmond women's soccer player and Chesterfield, VA native Becca Wann talks about her time winning a gold medal with the U20 US National Team.
Aug 30, 2011
Virginia men destroy Richmond 7-1
The University of Virginia left no doubt who the number one mens team in the state is on Monday night.
The No. 11 Virginia men's soccer team scored four goals in a nine-minute span in the first half to break open a scoreless match and roll to a 7-1 win over Richmond Monday evening in front of 1,786 spectators in the home opener at Klöckner Stadium. UVa also scored three goals in a 12-minute period of the second half.
"We played well tonight and were probably a little wounded after our last game (against West Virginia)," Virginia head coach George Gelnovatch said. "Give Richmond and coach Clint Peay credit. They played very hard."
Will Bates scored a pair of goals and dished out two assists for Virginia (1-1-0) as he tied a career high with his six-point effort. UVa received goals from six others in rolling to the win.
True freshman Spencer LaCivita earned his first career win in goal after stopping four shots. Richmond goalkeeper Thomas Hand made eight saves. LaCivita was one of five UVa freshmen in the starting lineup and one of 11 who saw 10 or minutes of action Monday.
Virginia held a dominating 28-8 edge in shots, including a 16-5 advantage in shots on goal. Both teams attempted five corner kicks.
The teams played 27 scoreless minutes before the Cavaliers broke loose for four goals in a wild nine-minute span. Brian Span started the scoring after a great cross into the box from Bates and finished by ripping it past Hand. Just over four minutes later, Ari Dimas cranked from 25 yards out and perfectly placed it in the far left corner to push the lead to 2-0.
UVa scored 53 seconds later, as Bates lofted a cross across the box to freshman Chris Somerville, who powered home his shot from six yards out for his first career goal. Richmond (0-1-0) answered just 43 seconds later as Timmy Albright headed in a corner kick from Spencer Schiff, but UVa quickly quashed the UR momentum with another goal just over two minutes later. After Bates was pulled down in the box in the 36th minute, he was awarded a penalty kick and calmly finished it to push the UVa lead to 4-1.
UVa went 20 minutes without a goal in the second half before scoring three times in just under 12 minutes. After a great lead pass from Dimas, Bates broke away and dribbled around the goalkeeper before tapping in his second goal of the evening in the 66th minute. After a host of substitutions, the Cavalier reserves got into the act as freshman Kyle McCord, on his first career shot, slipped a goal just inside the right post off an assist from fellow rookie Calvin Rezende.
UVa concluded its scoring onslaught in the 78th minute when McCord crossed to Felipe Libreros, who touched it past Hand for the goal.
Virginia will compete in the Hilton Garden Hokie Invitational this weekend in Blacksburg. UVa will battle Cincinnati at 5 p.m. Friday before matching up with Wisconsin at noon Sunday.
The No. 11 Virginia men's soccer team scored four goals in a nine-minute span in the first half to break open a scoreless match and roll to a 7-1 win over Richmond Monday evening in front of 1,786 spectators in the home opener at Klöckner Stadium. UVa also scored three goals in a 12-minute period of the second half.
"We played well tonight and were probably a little wounded after our last game (against West Virginia)," Virginia head coach George Gelnovatch said. "Give Richmond and coach Clint Peay credit. They played very hard."
Will Bates scored a pair of goals and dished out two assists for Virginia (1-1-0) as he tied a career high with his six-point effort. UVa received goals from six others in rolling to the win.
True freshman Spencer LaCivita earned his first career win in goal after stopping four shots. Richmond goalkeeper Thomas Hand made eight saves. LaCivita was one of five UVa freshmen in the starting lineup and one of 11 who saw 10 or minutes of action Monday.
Virginia held a dominating 28-8 edge in shots, including a 16-5 advantage in shots on goal. Both teams attempted five corner kicks.
The teams played 27 scoreless minutes before the Cavaliers broke loose for four goals in a wild nine-minute span. Brian Span started the scoring after a great cross into the box from Bates and finished by ripping it past Hand. Just over four minutes later, Ari Dimas cranked from 25 yards out and perfectly placed it in the far left corner to push the lead to 2-0.
UVa scored 53 seconds later, as Bates lofted a cross across the box to freshman Chris Somerville, who powered home his shot from six yards out for his first career goal. Richmond (0-1-0) answered just 43 seconds later as Timmy Albright headed in a corner kick from Spencer Schiff, but UVa quickly quashed the UR momentum with another goal just over two minutes later. After Bates was pulled down in the box in the 36th minute, he was awarded a penalty kick and calmly finished it to push the UVa lead to 4-1.
UVa went 20 minutes without a goal in the second half before scoring three times in just under 12 minutes. After a great lead pass from Dimas, Bates broke away and dribbled around the goalkeeper before tapping in his second goal of the evening in the 66th minute. After a host of substitutions, the Cavalier reserves got into the act as freshman Kyle McCord, on his first career shot, slipped a goal just inside the right post off an assist from fellow rookie Calvin Rezende.
UVa concluded its scoring onslaught in the 78th minute when McCord crossed to Felipe Libreros, who touched it past Hand for the goal.
Virginia will compete in the Hilton Garden Hokie Invitational this weekend in Blacksburg. UVa will battle Cincinnati at 5 p.m. Friday before matching up with Wisconsin at noon Sunday.
Jul 28, 2011
Ultimate Cup Unveiled by Richmond Kickers, Chesterfield United
Locacl USL Soccer club Richmond Kickers are teaming up with Chesterfield United to bring a new tournament to the area. The Kickers and Chesterfield United are pleased to announce the Ultimate Cup, a new youth soccer tournament created by the merger of the Chesterfield United Icebreaker and the Kickers Invitational. The Ultimate Cup tournament will feature a Girls and a Boys weekend, scheduled to launch February 24-26, 2012 and March 2-4, 2012, respectively. Registration is now available via UltimateCupRichmond.com.
"It has been a pleasure working alongside Chesterfield United on this unprecedented partnership opportunity,” commented Leigh Cowlishaw, Richmond Kickers Director of Soccer. “The Icebreaker and Invitational have proven successful and popular tournaments in their own right and we look forward to building on the strengths of both events to develop a truly unique tournament experience for the participating teams.”
“We are also pleased that by merging the two tournament weekends it will allow all Chesterfield County based teams the opportunity to participate, as well as the ability to create a significant economic boost to the region," continued Cowlishaw.
"This is a great opportunity for both clubs to share resources, provide a better environment for the boys and girls teams coming down for each weekend, as well as the potential to make a greater impact economically for the County of Chesterfield, which is why this whole idea was put into place," added Pat McStay, Chesterfield United Director of Operations.
With divisions for all levels of play from Classic to Elite, the Ultimate Cup will host games Friday through Sunday and features top-class facilities with access to some of the nation’s best natural grass playing surfaces as well as numerous synthetic turf fields, including the state-of-the-art home of the Richmond Kickers, Ukrop Park, the beautiful 80-acre Hensley Park, Point of Rocks, SportsQuest, United Training Center, Bryan Park, Warhill Park and Chesterfield County's forthcoming Stratton Park. All of the tournament’s top bracket games will be played on natural grass surfaces, with synthetic turf field back-ups in case of adverse weather.
The joint venture between Chesterfield United and Richmond Kickers will provide an extensive economic boost to the region, with 100% participation from Chesterfield County clubs, teams and players. Additionally, players will have the opportunity to be scouted by a number of collegiate colleges from throughout the east coast, invited to attend the prestigious event and will be invited to attend a Pro-Am exhibition game featuring the nationally renowned Richmond Kickers professional soccer team.
In each division, teams will compete for the prestigious Ultimate Cup, with finalists also being honored with a mini replica trophy.
Offering unbeatable value, the pricing for the 2012 Ultimate Cup ranges from $550 to $675 per team, and is considerably more affordable than comparable tournaments. Learn more and register now at UltimateCupRichmond.com.
"It has been a pleasure working alongside Chesterfield United on this unprecedented partnership opportunity,” commented Leigh Cowlishaw, Richmond Kickers Director of Soccer. “The Icebreaker and Invitational have proven successful and popular tournaments in their own right and we look forward to building on the strengths of both events to develop a truly unique tournament experience for the participating teams.”
“We are also pleased that by merging the two tournament weekends it will allow all Chesterfield County based teams the opportunity to participate, as well as the ability to create a significant economic boost to the region," continued Cowlishaw.
"This is a great opportunity for both clubs to share resources, provide a better environment for the boys and girls teams coming down for each weekend, as well as the potential to make a greater impact economically for the County of Chesterfield, which is why this whole idea was put into place," added Pat McStay, Chesterfield United Director of Operations.
With divisions for all levels of play from Classic to Elite, the Ultimate Cup will host games Friday through Sunday and features top-class facilities with access to some of the nation’s best natural grass playing surfaces as well as numerous synthetic turf fields, including the state-of-the-art home of the Richmond Kickers, Ukrop Park, the beautiful 80-acre Hensley Park, Point of Rocks, SportsQuest, United Training Center, Bryan Park, Warhill Park and Chesterfield County's forthcoming Stratton Park. All of the tournament’s top bracket games will be played on natural grass surfaces, with synthetic turf field back-ups in case of adverse weather.
The joint venture between Chesterfield United and Richmond Kickers will provide an extensive economic boost to the region, with 100% participation from Chesterfield County clubs, teams and players. Additionally, players will have the opportunity to be scouted by a number of collegiate colleges from throughout the east coast, invited to attend the prestigious event and will be invited to attend a Pro-Am exhibition game featuring the nationally renowned Richmond Kickers professional soccer team.
In each division, teams will compete for the prestigious Ultimate Cup, with finalists also being honored with a mini replica trophy.
Offering unbeatable value, the pricing for the 2012 Ultimate Cup ranges from $550 to $675 per team, and is considerably more affordable than comparable tournaments. Learn more and register now at UltimateCupRichmond.com.
Apr 22, 2011
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This site was created as a regional website for the Richmond-Metro Area. Tricky Winger is proud to be a part of the VASOCCERNEWS.COM Network. We will attempt to put more information about Richmond soccer here than ANY other website in the world. From youth soccer to college soccer, we want this website to be your source for everything Richmond Soccer related.
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Mar 22, 2011
Kickers gift Season Tickets to Youth
Kickers Provide Youth Pro Passes for Limited Time at Select Locations
Richmond, VA – (Tuesday, March 22, 2011) – The Richmond Kickers have teamed up with HCA Virginia, Union First Market Bank and Crossridge Family & Cosmetic Dentistry to provide complimentary admission to all of the Kickers 2011 regular season home games for Richmond youth ages 3 through 17.
Mar 16, 2011
Mar 15, 2011
KICKERS SHAKE THINGS UP WITH NEW SIGNING
RICHMOND, VA – (Tuesday, March 15, 2011) – The Richmond Kickers are pleased to announce the signing of midfielder Shaka Bangura for the 2011 season after identifying him at the Kickers 2011 Combine earlier this month.
"We were impressed with Shaka's power, pace and ability to open up defenses,” comments Leigh Cowlishaw, Richmond Kickers Head Coach and Director of Soccer. “We were equally impressed with his enthusiasm and desire to play for the Kickers. We look forward to him joining the squad this week for preseason training.”
Mar 6, 2011
VCU Men's Soccer Posts Strong Showing in First Three Spring Matches
RICHMOND, Va. – The Virginia Commonwealth University men’s soccer team kicked off its seven-game spring schedule Saturday, going 2-0-1 in matches against Atlantic Coast Conference foes Virginia and Maryland, as well as UMBC.
Mar 3, 2011
Richmond Kickers 2nd Annual Kickers Karnival
RICHMOND, VA - (Wednesday, March 2, 2011) – The Richmond Kickers are pleased to announce that they are partnering with RoomStore World again in 2011 to kick off the season with the second annual Kickers Karnival, taking place on Saturday, March 26, 2011 from 11am until 2pm.
The Karnival will include music, soccer, games, inflatables, discounts, free food for the first 200 visitors, and much, much more. Richmond Kickers pro soccer players will be available for autographs, alongside the Kickers mascot, the RoomStore Kickeroo. It will be fun for the whole family, and admission is free! RoomStore World, located at 9901 West Broad Street in Richmond, is the Official Furniture Retailer of the Richmond Kickers,
Feb 8, 2011
Richmond Kickers announce New Corporate Partnership
RICHMOND, VA – (Tuesday, February 8, 2011) – The Richmond Kickers are pleased to announce a new corporate partnership with Challa Law Offices, PLC, the new Official Legal Services Provider of the Richmond Kickers. Challa Law Offices is located in the Innsbrook office park and is one of the leading firms in the Commonwealth in the field of immigration law, as they are one of only two firms that handle all of Virginia’s immigration work.
“Partnering with the Richmond Kickers is a great opportunity for us,” commented Lakshmi Challa, Managing Partner and Principal at Challa Law Offices. “The partnership is a real win/win for both organizations, and we are tremendously excited to be part of Richmond’s soccer community. We believe the Richmond Kickers are a real asset to the community and we share their enthusiasm for helping kids build character through the game of soccer.”
“We cannot ask for a better partner than the Challa Law Offices,” adds Shelley Sowers, Richmond Kickers General Manager. “We firmly believe that Challa Law Offices is one of the best law firms in Richmond. Their expertise in the complex field of international law provides a real benefit to the entire club.”
About the Richmond Kickers
Established in 1993, the Richmond Kickers have consistently been one of the most successful professional soccer clubs in America. Over the past 18 seasons, Richmond has qualified for postseason play 16 times, and reached the title match in 2010 for the sixth time in the past nine campaigns, falling just short of the Championship title following a 2-1 loss to the Charleston Battery. Richmond's seven previous league Championship appearances (1995, 1996, 2002, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009) include winning the Premier League title in 1995, a shoot-out loss to Seattle in the USL First Division final in 2005 and taking the USL Second Division crown twice against Charlotte in 2006 and 2009.
The Kickers will open the 2011 USL PRO season on Saturday, April 2 against Orlando City at 5:00 p.m. at Richmond City Stadium. USL PRO is the strongest, best operated and most sophisticated North American men’s professional soccer league below MLS, both on and off the field. Focused on franchise stability and longevity, USL PRO will feature an unprecedented six teams with more than a decade of operational experience in 2011, and more than 100 years of combined operational experience.
About Challa Law Offices, PLC
A Richmond, Virginia based law firm specializing in business in immigration law, Challa Law Offices was established by Lakshmi and Shekar Challa in December 2001. Lakshmi Challa has been practicing immigration law exclusively for over sixteen years. The firm focuses on providing solutions-directed business immigration strategies for a wide range of clients around the globe by leveraging state-of-the-art case management technologies and outstanding client service. Challa Law Offices specializes in employment-based, temporary and permanent resident visas for business professionals, assisting international companies/individuals in setting up their business in the U.S. as well as family-based temporary and permanent resident visas.
Nov 1, 2010
Impact Name Woodie First Coach
Fredericksburg Impact News Release -- http://www.fasasoccer.org/
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
FREDERICKSBURG, Va. – The Fredericksburg Area Soccer Association, which recently unveiled the addition of franchises in both the United Soccer League’s Premier Development League and W-League, is very pleased to announce Jen Woodie as the Head Coach for the Impact W-League team.
Coach Woodie is currently in her fourth year as an Assistant Coach with the University of Richmond Women's Soccer team. She was a four year starter for the VCU Rams where she served as one of the Rams' most valuable members of the backline and one of the CAA's best central defenders, earning numerous accolades throughout her career. "I am honored to have the opportunity to coach for the new W-League team coming to FASA. This league has been a passion of mine ever since I started playing in it during my collegiate career, and I believe in the mission and exposure it brings to women's soccer."
As a senior at VCU, Woodie was an All-CAA First Team selection, named the VCU Eurosport Invitational MVP, and selected to both the William & Mary Invitational and the Oregon State/Nike Invitational All-Tournament Teams and NSCAA All-Mid Atlantic Third Team after anchoring the VCU defense. She also earned CAA All-Tournament honors her junior and senior year, was the Most Outstanding Performer her junior year and was named a CAA Scholar Athlete as a freshman.
Pete Cinalli, who is the FASA General Manager / Director of Coaching and will serve as Woodie’s Assistant Coach on the W-League team added, “we are extremely excited and fortunate to have Coach Woodie join our coaching staff. She was an elite player at the highest level and has direct experience both playing and coaching in the W-League.”
In addition to her numerous college accolades, Coach Woodie was an All-Cardinal District, All-Region and Virginia Group AAA All-State First Team honoree each of her final three years at Woodbridge High School and was chosen First Team All-Met by The Washington Post and the All-Area Player of the Year her senior year. She also helped her Prince William Sparklers Club team to the 2000 NSCAA Division I National Championship.
"I am very encouraged about this program and the business plan that is in place.” Coach Woodie added “The community has shown that they are excited about the W-League coming to town, I can only imagine what the atmosphere at games will be like."
In addition to being the W League Assistant Coach, Cinalli will continue to be the head coach of the Impact Super 20’s team, which is for College Players 20 & under as well as High School players that plan to play in college. These players will have the opportunity to one day advance to the W-League team.
“FASA has a proven track record of successfully placing student athletes into college programs. Bringing the W League to Fredericksburg is an amazing opportunity for these players to showcase their talents at the highest level possible. Hiring a head coach with so much experience, enthusiasm and energy is just incredible. Coach Woodie was at the top of our list for obvious reasons and we are certainly thrilled to have her leading the way.”
“I am really excited to jump in and start this team” Woodie added. "Virginia has a huge soccer following, and I believe that with the plan that FASA has for this team the Impact will be a successful franchise and bring even more exposure for women's soccer to Central Virginia." Woodie graduated from VCU in 2006 with a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and earned her Master's Degree in Sport Management in 2008. She is currently living in Richmond, VA.
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
FREDERICKSBURG, Va. – The Fredericksburg Area Soccer Association, which recently unveiled the addition of franchises in both the United Soccer League’s Premier Development League and W-League, is very pleased to announce Jen Woodie as the Head Coach for the Impact W-League team.
Coach Woodie is currently in her fourth year as an Assistant Coach with the University of Richmond Women's Soccer team. She was a four year starter for the VCU Rams where she served as one of the Rams' most valuable members of the backline and one of the CAA's best central defenders, earning numerous accolades throughout her career. "I am honored to have the opportunity to coach for the new W-League team coming to FASA. This league has been a passion of mine ever since I started playing in it during my collegiate career, and I believe in the mission and exposure it brings to women's soccer."
As a senior at VCU, Woodie was an All-CAA First Team selection, named the VCU Eurosport Invitational MVP, and selected to both the William & Mary Invitational and the Oregon State/Nike Invitational All-Tournament Teams and NSCAA All-Mid Atlantic Third Team after anchoring the VCU defense. She also earned CAA All-Tournament honors her junior and senior year, was the Most Outstanding Performer her junior year and was named a CAA Scholar Athlete as a freshman.
Pete Cinalli, who is the FASA General Manager / Director of Coaching and will serve as Woodie’s Assistant Coach on the W-League team added, “we are extremely excited and fortunate to have Coach Woodie join our coaching staff. She was an elite player at the highest level and has direct experience both playing and coaching in the W-League.”
Coach Woodie helped the Rams earn their first CAA Tournament Championship and two trips to the NCAA Tournament in both her junior and senior years. VCU finished with a ranking of 32 her senior season after defeating Clemson in the first round of the NCAA’s. In 2006, after her senior season, Woodie was invited to the U21 National Pool Camp in Carson, CA. She was also a member of the Richmond Kickers Destiny W-League team from 2004-2009, and was Head Coach/Player in her final season.
In addition to her numerous college accolades, Coach Woodie was an All-Cardinal District, All-Region and Virginia Group AAA All-State First Team honoree each of her final three years at Woodbridge High School and was chosen First Team All-Met by The Washington Post and the All-Area Player of the Year her senior year. She also helped her Prince William Sparklers Club team to the 2000 NSCAA Division I National Championship.
"I am very encouraged about this program and the business plan that is in place.” Coach Woodie added “The community has shown that they are excited about the W-League coming to town, I can only imagine what the atmosphere at games will be like."
In addition to being the W League Assistant Coach, Cinalli will continue to be the head coach of the Impact Super 20’s team, which is for College Players 20 & under as well as High School players that plan to play in college. These players will have the opportunity to one day advance to the W-League team.
“FASA has a proven track record of successfully placing student athletes into college programs. Bringing the W League to Fredericksburg is an amazing opportunity for these players to showcase their talents at the highest level possible. Hiring a head coach with so much experience, enthusiasm and energy is just incredible. Coach Woodie was at the top of our list for obvious reasons and we are certainly thrilled to have her leading the way.”
“I am really excited to jump in and start this team” Woodie added. "Virginia has a huge soccer following, and I believe that with the plan that FASA has for this team the Impact will be a successful franchise and bring even more exposure for women's soccer to Central Virginia." Woodie graduated from VCU in 2006 with a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and earned her Master's Degree in Sport Management in 2008. She is currently living in Richmond, VA.
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Sep 24, 2010
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