Notes and Boasts: Nicholas Addlery, Hampton Roads Piranhas, Montgomery Soccer, Baltimore Bay U23, Crystal Palace Baltimore, Northern Virginia Majestics, George Washington schedule, Kasali Yinka Casal, 2007 USL SoccerFest, 2008 Super Y-League application process, Beer for Bier, D.C. United standings, Clarence Seedorf, Benny Olsen
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Soccer Watch: US v Poland, Peru v Bolivia, Venezuela v Uruguay, Mexico v Chile, Brazil v Ecuador, Colombia v United States, Houston v New York, Argentina v Paraguay
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> Inexperience ruins US chances in Copa America
A young U.S. Men's National Team dominated almost every stat sheet category but goals scored, losing to Paraguay for the first time in their history. Despite taking a deserved 1-1 score line into the second half, several young players could not convert their scoring chances while a veteran gifted a deflating 2nd goal. The team needs a multi-goal win and a lot of help to advance out of group play against Columbia on Thursday. [ full story +]
> Region 1 youth Champions crowned today
At publication time, about half of the US Youth Region 1 Championship games have concluded in Maine. In all, three Maryland teams and five Virginia teams competed in the finals, including a Maryland v Virginia final in the U19 boys division. Maryland (Casa Mia Bays) won that match 1-0, while the other completed match at publishing time saw Virginia (VSA Heat) down New Jersey in the girls U12 11v11 finals. [ full story +]
> US escapes with draw against Korea in U20 World Cup openerThe U.S. Under-20 Men's National team opened their FIFA Under-20 World Cup campaign with a 1-1 draw against South Korea in Group D play at the Olympique Stadium in Montreal, Canada. Midfielder Danny Szetela opened the scoring for the U.S. in the 16th minute, but South Korea was the more active team on the night and eventually scored the equalizer in the 38th minute. [ full story +]
> Mediate gears up for second stint with United
D.C. United announced the club has re-signed Domenic Mediate as a member of its senior roster. Able to play both in the defense and midfield, he has been training with the team for several weeks and has played in four reserve games (three starts) this year. [ full story +]
> Kickers take lead in standings with 1-0 win over HarrisburgThe Richmond Kickers (9-0-2, 29 points) have taken the lead in the USL 2 league standings with a 1-0 win over the Harrisburg City Islanders (5-2-4, 19 points) on a humid, summer night at the University of Richmond Stadium. Kickers captain Mike Burke connected with forward Robert Ssejjemba for the lone goal of the night while Richmond goalkeeper Ronnie Pascale posted his eighth shutout in 11 games played. full story +
> PDL Piranhas record 11th shutout In front of a season-high crowd of 1,028, PDL Piranhas midfielder KK Lima decided to win the final regular season home game for them against the Fredericksburg Gunners (5-4-2, 17 points) in the fourth minute. Then he scored again two minutes later and Zach Kinney added another strike five minutes into the second half as the PDL Piranhas (10-0-2, 32 points) recorded their 11th shutout in 12 games and remain undefeated on? the season. [ full story +]
> Washington Freedom beat New York Magic 1-0The Washington Freedom got back to their winning ways, beating the New York Magic 1-0 in New York on Sunday evening, to put their season record at 7-1-1. Christie Welsh scored for the Freedom in the 65th minute off an assist by Lori Lindsey. The Freedom had 27 shots in total to the Magic's 4 and 4 corner kicks to the Magic's 2. The Magic tallied 11 saves to the Freedom's 3. [ full story +]
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Major League Soccer announced Monday that forward Nicholas Addlery has been named MLS Player of the Week following his goal-and-assist performance against the Colorado Rapids on June 28, a 4-1 victory. He is the third United player to earn Player of the Week honors this year, following Ben Olsen (Week 10) and Luciano Emilio (Week 11).
The Hampton Roads Piranhas and WSKY-TV, Channel 4 Hampton Roads will air a Piranhas' half-hour-long weekly soccer show, "757 Soccer TV," each Saturday morning on WSKY beginning July 14. The program will cover all aspects of the game from U-4s up through the FIFA World Cup.
Montgomery Soccer congratulates the 2006-2007 "Classic Coach's Award" winners.
The Baltimore Bay U23 men defeated the Ambassadors 1-0 to win the Maryland U23 Amateur State Cup and will advance to Regional play.
Crystal Palace Baltimore moved into fifth place in the USL2 with a record of 3-4-4 (13 points) after finishing 1-1 against the Cleveland City Stars on Friday. In a previous meeting, the City Stars had defeated Palace, 4-0. This time, Larry Mark equalized for Crystal Palace in the 86th minute and they hung on for the draw.
Northern Virginia Majestics is now 5-4-1 after Sunday's upset of New Jersey on a goal by Majestic Super-20 League reserve Jasmine Riley late in the second half. The 1-0 win brings them to fourth place in the Northeast Division of the W-League, only two points behind the Wildcats.
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George Washington's head coach George Lister has announced the men's soccer 2007 schedule. A pair of early season tournaments, matches against each of the three Division I programs in the District and two 2006 NCAA Tournament qualifiers highlight the season.
D.C. United announced Monday the club has released midfielder Kasali Yinka Casal. The move frees up a senior roster spot for the Black-and-Red. Casal was originally signed by United on February 2 of this year, from Fulham FC's reserve squad. The 19-year old made four appearances for the first team, notching an assist in the season-opening loss to Colorado. He also played in five reserve games (all starts) this year, totaling the second most minutes on the team (436) and contributing an assist.
The United Soccer Leagues 2007 USL SoccerFest will be held November 15-20 in Tampa, the home of the organization's headquarters, in conjunction with the Tampa Bay Sports Commission. The USL SoccerFest, launched in the fall of 2005, is comprised of the USL Annual General Meeting and the Super Y-League North American Finals. The SYL finals are considered one of the top youth soccer events in North America.
United Soccer Leagues has launched the 2008 Super Y-League application process in preparation for the tenth season of the top competitive youth soccer league in North America. The 2008 season will see adjustments to the structure in several divisions in order to raise the standard of play. The application window will remain open through Wednesday, August 15.
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Beer for Bier on the way! Potomac Soccer Wire is throwing a fundraiser for Bier FC to help fund their trip to Seattle for the USASA Over-30 National Championships. The event will be at Ireland's Four Courts in Arlington on Wednesday, July 25th from 7PM till? There will be a cover, raffles, silent auctions, and hopefully several sponsors at the event, all to help cover the team's approximate $20,000 price tag to make the trip. USASA and local soccer associations have helped a bit, but the team is far below half the funds it really needs for the honor of representing our region. Stay tuned to this section for more, but MARK YOUR CALENDAR. Interested event sponsors, cash contributors, silent auction item donors, and celebrities willing to appear, please email editor@potomacsoccerwire.com and we'll put you in touch with the right people.
D.C. United can reach 1st place in next win. After their 4-1 routing of Colorado on Thursday, New York lost to Columbus, and both Kansas City and New England tied over the weekend - leaving United just 2 points out of first, but with a game in hand.
Ever heard of Clarence Seedorf? Most followers of world soccer will know quite well who he is but, know him or not, you'll love what he's doing with his time off this summer. Hanging out on the Med? Nope! How about touring America for a first hand look at soccer here rather than trust the opinions of others.
Benny Olsen is a major voice in U.S. squad for Copa America, and enjoying every second of it. Now in his 10th year as a professional, D.C. United midfielder Ben Olsen finds himself enjoying an unexpected renaissance on the international stage as he steps back into a United States uniform for Copa America, the championship of South America.
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-- Major League Soccer Summary --
Thursday, July 5, 2007: 8:00 PM: Houston v New York - LIVE - ESPN2
Tuesday, July 3, 2007
5:00 PM: US v Poland - LIVE - ESPNU or Galavision - FIFA U20 World Cup
6:25 PM: Peru v Bolivia - LIVE - GolTV - Copa America 2007
8:45 PM: Venezuela v Uruguay - LIVE - GolTV - Copa America 2007
Wednesday, July 4, 2007
6:25 PM: Mexico v Chile - LIVE - GolTV - Copa America 2007
8:45 PM: Brazil v Ecuador - LIVE - GolTV - Copa America 2007
Thursday, July 5, 2007
6:25 PM: Colombia v United States - LIVE - GolTV - Copa America 2007
8:00 PM: Houston v New York - LIVE - ESPN2 - MLS
8:45 PM: Argentina v Paraguay - LIVE - GolTV - Copa America 2007
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=== Tryouts ===
> Chantilly Aresnal Rising U15 Seeking Keeper
The Chantilly Arsenal, a rising U-15 D3 team, is in search of a goalkeeper for the upcoming season. The Arsenal are coached/trained by Lon Pringle. Goalkeeper training will be provided by Geoff Mulholland. Interested players should contact Coach Pringle at lon.pringle@fcps.edu OR (703)967-8579.
=== Camps ===> MaxTouch Soccer Academy, Woodbridge, VACheck out the MaxTouch Soccer Academy Website for current classes being offered and Summer Camp dates. All classes and camps are conducted indoors in our Air-conditioned facility. For more info go to www.MaxTouchSoccer.com, or call 703-670-5801. >Seneca Soccer Association International Development CampSeneca Soccer Association is pleased to announce its International Development Camp being held at Clarksburg High School from July 23 through July 28, 2007. The focus of this camp is to provide serious high school age players with an advanced coaching experience. For our 2007 camp we are pleased to announce Dr. Zdenek Sivek as our lead clinician. Zdenek Sivek is the former Technical Director and National Youth Team Coach for the Czech Republic Football Association. In addition he is a Technical Instructor and Advisor for the Uni on of European Football Associations (UEFA). He has developed players and training and coaching curriculum in all age groups at both the club and federation level. A former professional player he also holds advanced degrees in Physical Education and Psychology. Many players on the current Czech National Team trained under Dr. Sivek. Players sessions are held morning and afternoon, Coaches sessions in the evening. Visit Seneca Soccer Association at www.senecasoccer.com for a brochure and application. === Tournaments ===> PWSI 11th Annual Toys For Tots Tournament, Sept 1-3Join Prince William Soccer in the 11th annual Toys For Tots Tournament on September 1 - 3, 2007 and help kick off the Marine Corps annual holiday toy drive. Every year, tournament participants donate several hundred new toys to the Toys for Tots campaign. Please consider bringing an unwrapped toy to any game site for collection. The 2007 Entry fee is $475 for U9 - U12 and $550 for U13 - U19. Entry deadline is August 4, 2007. For more information or to register, go to http://www.pwsi.org/toys
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