W LEAGUE PIRANHAS FACE FREDERICKSBURG IMPACT SATURDAY NIGHT

Virginia Beach, Virginia – Third time is a charm. That’s the theme for the W-League Piranhas as they want to earn their first win in the third game of the 2011 season on Saturday, June 4 against Fredericksburg Impact. The doubleheader at the Sportsplex kicks off with the women’s game at 5.30 p.m.; the PDL team will host Fredericksburg Hotspur at 8 p.m. Gates open at 4.30 p.m. and tickets are $8 and include both games.

USL W-League Round-up

Three Virginia W-League teams where in action this past week and here is a quick round-up of their results.

Fredricksburg Impact win 1-0 vs Northern Virginia Majestics

FREDERICKSBURG, Va. — The Fredericksburg Impact scored early and used a solid defensive effort to earn the first win in franchise history with a 1-0 victory against the Northern Virginia Majestics in their inaugural game in the W-League on Saturday at the University of Mary Washington.


Full game details HERE

Virginia Beach Piranhas fall 2-1 to Dayton Dutch Lions

The W-League Piranhas are still on the search for their first win after losing their season opener last week, and they came close to at least a draw Saturday night. But the Dayton Dutch Lions mustered an 84th minute goal on an unstoppable shot by Ashley Botts when she found space in the center of the Piranhas' penalty area and left the Sportsplex with a 2-1 victory. Brittany Persaud had given the Dutch Lions an early lead before Samantha Hare equalized for the Piranhas in the 22nd minute.


Full game details HERE

Up next in W-League action:

Wed. May 25th - D.C. United Women at New Jersey Wildcats

*D.C. United add Christie Welsh

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.

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

• Richmond Kickers

2011 Premier Development League

• Fredericksburg Hotspur
• Northern Virginia Royals
• Virginia Beach Piranhas

2011 W-League

• DC United Women
• Fredericksburg Impact
• Virginia Beach Piranhas
• Northern Virginia Majestics

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

W-League Regular Season Schedule Released; 3 local teams new to league

TAMPA, Fla. – United Soccer Leagues released the divisional alignment and schedule for the W-League today, with the action slated to kick off for the 158-game regular season on Saturday, May 14. A trio of new W-League teams for 2011 will make their debut on the 14th, with the Dayton Dutch Lions, LA Strikers and Victoria Highlanders kicking off their inaugural seasons.
Also new to the W-League in 2011 are the Fredericksburg Impact and Washington FC, while the Hampton Roads Piranhas have become the Virginia Beach Piranhas.

The W-League will feature 27 teams in three geographic conferences – Eastern Conference, Central Conference and Western Conference. The Eastern Conference features two six-team divisions – Atlantic and Northeast – while the Central Conference is composed of seven teams and the Western Conference features eight teams. W-League clubs will play 10- to 14-game schedules in 2011, with each team facing each opponent in its division or conference home and away.

The final weekend of the regular season is set for July 15-17, with 22 of the 27 teams in action as the race for postseason spots winds down. The full 2011 W-League postseason format will be announced at a later date.

The first and longest-standing women’s league in North America, the W-League is USL’s highest level of women’s soccer in the United States and Canada. In addition to featuring international and professional stars, elite amateur players have the opportunity to compete on amateur teams in the league while maintaining their collegiate eligibility. The league is recognized throughout the world for providing superior competition for female players, while offering affordable family entertainment for fans across North America.

2011 W-League Schedule