Notes and Boasts: NSCAA/adidas High School All-America Teams, SOCA U18 Girls, Braden Long, SOCA, Rachel Armstrong, Adam Klink, Jordan Cyrus, Chat Ott, Alexander Herrera, Travis Pittman, Parker Walsh, Beach FC/NYSL Olympiakos, Annandale United, DCU Goal Keepers, Real Maryland, Richmond Strikers, Bethesda Soccer Club, US Youth Soccer directory, Intensity in Argentina, Hokie History, United's Roster Options, MLS Referees and the Bundesliga, Cirovski Inverview
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Soccer Watch: Ascoli v Fiorentina, Real Madrid v Lazio, Marseille v Liverpool, Olympiacos v Werder Bremen, Boca Juniors v Etoile Sahel, Cagliari v Sampdoria, Barcelona v VfB Stuttgart, Rangers v Lyon, PSV v Inter Milan, AC Milan v Urawa Red Diamonds, Energie Cottbus v Hannover 96, Wake Forest v VTech, Ohio State v Massachusetts, Detroit Ignition v Orlando Sharks
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> Trojans beat Seminoles for first ever Women's College Cup
The USC Trojans (20-3-2) had never advanced past the second round of the NCAA tournament before this season, while it was the first appearance ever for either team in the final since the inaugural Women's College Cup between UNC and Central Florida in 1982. The Trojans downed Florida State (18-6-3), playing in its third consecutive College Cup, 2-0, shutting out the Seminoles for just the second time this season.
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> Hokies advance to first-ever College Cup
A key defensive play by midfielder Charlie Campbell and Patrick Nyarko's 31st career goal helped the No. 11 seed Virginia Tech men's soccer team earn its first-ever College Cup berth with a 1-0 win at No. 3 seed Connecticut Saturday afternoon. The Hokies are now 14-3-5 overall and 4-2-4 on the road. Tech will play 2nd seeded Wake Forest in the College Cup on Friday, Dec. 14 at SAS Soccer Complex in Cary, N.C. [ full story +]
> U.S. Under-17s beat Brazil and Russia at Nike FriendliesNew U17 Head Coach Wilmer Cabrera's first competitive games with a new squad started off with a bang this past weekend in Florida. Fielding his A team, the US downed Russia and Brazil by the same score line and same goal scorers in both games before rotating the starting 11 in a 2-0 loss to Turkey on Sunday. The win against Brazil was the first ever over South Americans at the annual Development Academy Nike Friendlies. [ full story +]
> Detroit drop Blast 19-11 for third consecutive loss For the second time in eight days, the Detroit Ignition got the best of the Baltimore Blast. Fueled by a four-goal, nine-point second quarter, the Ignition grounded the Blast for a 19-11 victory Saturday at 1st Mariner Arena. The Ignition beat the Blast, 11-4, in Detroit on Dec. 1, and Baltimore (5-3) has lost its third consecutive game since starting the season 5-0. [ full story +]
> American Michael Bradley scores hat-trick in Holland
Michael Bradley's hat-trick helped fourth-placed Heerenveen remain on the heels of Holland's big three clubs with a win at the expense of FC Groningen. It was the first ever three-goal performance by an American in a top European league. Bradley, son of U.S. Head Coach Bob Bradley, transferred to Europe from New York in 2005, and has recently been a regular in the US full men's team. The goal outburst is even more impressive considering Bradley plays defensive midfield. [ full story +]
> Finally healthy Bobby Convey shines in upset of LiverpoolFormer D.C. United teen phenom and American International Bobby Convey has finally played himself back into game shape, and it's no coincidence that Reading have enjoyed a resurgence. The win gave the Royals a cushion above the bottom of the Premier League table, while dealing a major blow to the Reds' chances of winning the League. [ full story +]
> USL announces 2008 W-League alignment and competition structureUnited Soccer Leagues announced Friday details for the 2008 USL W-League season, which will see two divisions swap conferences for the upcoming campaign. The biggest change in the alignment is the shifting of the Northern Division to the Central Conference and the Atlantic Division's move to the Eastern Conference. The changes leave Richmond and Hampton Roads playing a southern schedule, but finally see the Northern Virginia teams competing against the Freedom in league play. [ full story +]
> Bruce Arena wants Scotland's top jobFormer United States boss Bruce Arena wants to become Scotland's new manager. The man who guided the Americans to a World Cup quarter-final place in 2002 confirmed Sunday night that he will be applying for the Hampden vacancy. Arena parted company with Red Bull New York on November 5 and believes he has the experience to fill the Glasgow gap left by Alex McLeish's departure for Birmingham City. [ full story +] |
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Locals named to 2007 NSCAA/adidas Youth Girls and High School Boys School All-America Teams.
SOCA U18 Girls Storm finished 3rd overall at the National Elite Women's Soccer Showcase (NEWSS) in Long Island, New York.
Braden Long has been named to the Academic All-Old Dominion Athletic Conference team.
SOCA Premier teams (Lightning, Storm and Express) earned a best-ever second place finish in the Virginia Club Champions League.
SOCA teams recently claimed a third consecutive Skyline Club Soccer League (SCSL) championship.
Rachel Armstrong was recently named second team All-Old Dominion Athletic Conference in women's soccer.
Great Bridge's Adam Klink and Norfolk Academy's Jordan Cyrus and Chat Ott have been named to the National Soccer Coaches Association of America All-South Region team.
Alexander Herrera, Travis Pittman, and Parker Walsh have been named to the Region I 1991 Showcase Team and will compete in the US Youth Soccer ODP Super Group at Disney's Soccer Showcase in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., from December 27-30, 2007.
Beach FC/NYSL Olympiakos U-12 captured the Silver grouping Old Dominion Cup held the weekend of December 1-2 in Virginia Beach.
Annandale United congratulates Billy Germain (1993) and Owen Howe (1994) for making the Virginia Olympic Development Program pool.
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Steven Goff of the Washington Post is reporting D.C. United may be aquiring Joe Cannon in a trade in the very near future. Promises to have more details shortly.
Real Maryland was overwhelmed with tryout candidates for the newest USL 2 professional team. A total of 70 pre-registered players and close to 30 other players showed up recently at the Maryland SoccerPlex; forcing several to be turned away until the next date on December 22, 2007.
Richmond Strikers U16s and U18s are both 1 win and 1 loss after last weekend at the 2007 Development Academy Nike Friendlies in Bradenton, Fla.
Stafford's Ben Nason, currently playing for Virginia Tech, was named a top MLS prospect by MLSNet.com. Check out the former Richmond Strikers' scouting report.
The Bethesda Soccer Club is offering the 2008 Winter Developmental Clinics.
Add your club to US Youth Soccer's new online directory for your chance to win one four sets of Kwik Goal Academy Goals.
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Intensity in Argentina: Jeff Rusnak, a Soccer Columnist for South Florida's Sun Sentinel recently spoke with U-20 Coach Thomas Rongen on his return to the US after the United States' under-20 team went 0-1-2 during an 11-day trip to Buenos Aires. The consensus was that friendlies the team played against River Plate, Argentina and Uruguay youth sides is perhaps the least of what they will remember of the trip.
Hokie History: Early this decade, the Virginia Tech men's soccer team had a paltry budget, a lousy field, a handful of scholarships, and, not surprisingly, had never been to the NCAA tournament. But a bigger commitment from the school and a resourceful coach have paid off big time in a few short years.
United's Roster Options: Mike Martin of UnitedMania.com takes an indepth look at D.C. United's roster options for 2008. His scenarios cover several options based on the status of three key players and the impact of signing a superstar.
MLS Referees and the Bundesliga: Ian Plenderleith's interview with Ivan Gazidis covered the standards of refereeing in MLS and how it might improve, and how the poor bench behavior of some coaches and players isn't helping the officials to do their jobs. Gazidis also spoke about a possible MLS-Bundesliga tournament, among other issues facing MLS's future.
Cirovski Inverview: Maryland men's Head Coach Sasho Cirovski was recently featured on the cover of Coach and Athletic Director Magazine, which contains an in-depth interview for this man with a plan.
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Tuesday, December 11, 2007
2:30 PM: Real Madrid v Lazio - LIVE - ESPND - UEFA CL
2:30 PM: Marseille v Liverpool - LIVE - ESPN2 - UEFA CL
7:00 PM: Olympiacos v Werder Bremen - Same DD - ESPND - UEFA CL
9:00 PM: Chelsea v Valencia - Same DD - ESPND - UEFA CL
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
5:00 AM: Boca Juniors v Etoile Sahel - LIVE - FSC - FIFA WC
2:25 PM: Cagliari v Sampdoria - LIVE - GolTV - Coppa Italia
2:30 PM: Barcelona v VfB Stuttgart - LIVE - ESPND - UEFA CL
2:30 PM: Rangers v Lyon - LIVE - ESPN2 - UEFA CL
4:45 PM: PSV v Inter Milan - Same DD - ESPND - UEFA CL
Thursday, December 13, 2007
5:00 AM: AC Milan v Urawa Red Diamonds - LIVE - FSC - FIFA WC
Friday, December 14, 2007
2:25 PM: Energie Cottbus v Hannover 96 - LIVE - GolTV - German Bundesliga
5:00 PM: Wake Forest v VA Tech - LIVE - ESPN2 - College (M) NCAA
7:30 PM: Ohio State v Massachusetts - LIVE - ESPNU - College (M) NCAA
8:00 PM: Detroit Ignition v Orlando Sharks - LIVE - FSC - MISL
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=== Camps and Clinics ===> Mark Simpson Goalkeeper CampsMark Simpson will be conducting two separate five-week Goalkeeper camps this winter in Northern Virginia. Classes will be held in both South Riding and Sterling. It doesn't get any better than Mark Simpson, 3-time MLS Cup winner with D.C. United, as well as their current Goalkeepers Coach. Mark is quite simply one of the best goalkeeper coaches in the USA, at the top of his game. This is a can't miss for any aspiring Keeper. South Riding: Wednesdays 5:30-7:00 p.m., 5 weeks, starting Jan. 2 Sterling: Mondays 7:00-8:30 p.m., 5 weeks, starting Jan. 7 Learn more or sign up today at www.fcvirginia.com/academy> Xtreme Xplosion Camps by Ricky ErvinsYes, that Ricky Ervins - Super Bowl Champion veteran of the Washington Redskins. Ricky has teamed up with Terry Foley Soccer School to tailor speed, strength, agility, and conditioning programs specifically for soccer. His 10-week program can make a difference in any players game. Sterling classes have already begun, but can be pro-rated. They are Tuesdays 7:00-8:30 p.m. South Riding classes begin Thursday December 13th and go for 10 weeks from 7:00-8:30. Learn more and sign up today at www.fcvirginia.com/academy
=== Leagues ===> U8 Academy League in SterlingFor players in the middle of their U8 year, but interested in playing travel at U9. Teams will consist of 6 player each, with 4v4 real indoor games under guidance of professional trainers. Teams welcome, just sign up as individuals and we'll coordinate player placements prior to the league. Saturdays, 10 minute warm ups, 10-minute quarters. 6 weeks, starting Jan. 5. $145, includes t-shirt. Learn more and sign up today at www.fcvirginia.com/academy> Little Kicks League for U6-U7 Boys and GirlsThis is more like your outdoor Fall and Spring leagues, only indoor and with professinoal trainers and game supervision to emphasize proper technique. Teams will consist of 6 player each, with 4v4 real games. Saturdays, 1 hour training & games, 6 weeks, starting Jan. 5. $135, includes t-shirtLearn more and sign up today at www.fcvirginia.com/academy=== Help Wanted ===> Sports Reporters and Columnists neededWith the launch of the new PotomacSoccerWire.com, we are in need of sports writers. We have paid positions available for: Columnists, Maryland High School, Virginia High School, DC High School, Maryland Youth, Virginia Youth, and College reporters. Some stories will be on assignment, but most will be on your own time and at your discression. Pay is per story and varies by length and subject matter. Email chris.hummer@hummersport.com or call 703-433-1887 for more information. Please include links to other published work, if applicable. Students welcome. > Independent Advertising Sales Reps WantedPotomac Soccer Wire is growing, and now offers several compelling advertising opportunities to businesses interested in reaching a highly concentrated audience of soccer decision makers throughout Maryland, Virginia, and the District. We are seeking independent sales agents to represent our advertising options on a commission only basis. Commissions range from 20-40% of gross sales depending on monthly closed business. Lists provided. Email your resume to chris.hummer@hummersport.com or call 703-433-1887 for more information. |
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