D.C. United Legend and u23 coach Jaime Moreno searching for additional players, tryouts announced

D.C. United’s U-23 team’s tryouts open for registration

Jaime Moreno searching for additional talent on April 19, April 26 and May 3 for the U-23 squad’s upcoming NPSL season

               

Washington, D.C. (April 9, 2013) – D.C. United today announced that its U-23 team, which will compete in the National Premier Soccer League (NPSL) in the summer, is holding tryouts on April 19, April 26, and May 3. D.C. United legend and U-23 Head Coach Jaime Moreno will lead the trial sessions in search of top collegiate, international and domestic players. Moreno will be assisted by United’s U-18 Head Coach Nolan Sheldon and the U-16 Head Coach Tom Torres. Each session will take place at the RFK auxiliary turf field from 3-4:30p.m. Partnering with NPSL side Federal City FC, the U-23’s will begin its NPSL season on May 17 against RVA FC.

Below is all the information needed to participate in the U-23 team’s tryout:

Dates:              Friday, April 19, 2013

Friday, April 26, 2013

Friday, May 3, 2013

Time:               3:00 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.

Location:         RFK auxiliary turf field

What to Bring:  A white t-shirt, black shorts and black socks

                          ID for check in

Notes: 60 players per tryout

            Check-in will being 30 minutes prior to each session; please arrive on time.

            Players who arrive late will not be permitted to participate or receive a refund.

            If selected, players will join the 2012 U-23 team for the 2013 NPSL season.

           

International Players:  D.C. United cannot assist in securing a visa to participate on this team.

                                      D.C. United does not provide accommodations for this tryout.

To Register: Each player must complete the form, waiver and fee to secure a spot (no exceptions).

D.C. United Academy U-18s & U-16s Stay Perfect

official D.C. United press release:

D.C. United Academy Update

U-18’s and U-16’s compile perfect record for second consecutive weekend

Washington, D.C. (April 23, 2012) – D.C. United’s Academy teams compiled a perfect record this past weekend, as the U-18’s and U-16’s defeated FC Westchester and Albertson SC in USSDA matches.

United’s U-18 team kicked off the weekend with a 2-1 victory over FC Westchester on Saturday, April 21. Patrick Foss was United’s most influential player, converting two penalty kicks to help the Black-and-Red recover from a 0-1 deficit.

The U-18’s delivered a solid defensive performance in the following match, defeating Albertson SC by 1-0 on Sunday. Once again, it was defender Patrick Foss who guided United to victory, tallying the game’s lone goal with a direct free kick.

“We were very pleased with Sunday’s match and the defensive discipline of every player,” said United U-18 Head Coach Nolan Sheldon. “The team showed great commitment to both tactical plans on Saturday and Sunday and are deserving of back to back six-point weekends.”

United’s U-16 team followed the U-18’s example and defeated FC Westchester by 2-1 as well. Nigel Robinson scored United’s first goal, dribbling from the sideline and striking a low-shot finish. The winning goal was tallied by Michael Seaton, who beat a defender and struck the ball to the back post after being assisted by Lars Eckenrode.

The U-16’s wrapped up the weekend with a 2-1 victory over Albertson SC. Nigel Robinson opened the scoring with an assist from Michael Seaton, and Michael Monahan sealed the victory after being assisted by Abdi Yusuf. 

“We were a little disappointed that the group conceded goals late in games this weekend, so we will need to sort that out in training,” said United U-16 Head Coach Tom Torres. “However, they should be proud that they answered every other challenged thrown at them with quality soccer.”

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