| Notes and Boasts: D.C. United Academy, U.S. Soccer Development Academy Conference Starting XI, Richmond Strikers, Nicki Pond, College Soccer News recruiting classes, Deirdre McCabe, Indian River High School, Timothy Songer, Windsor High School, Old Dominion FC U-10 Revolution, WAGS 2008 Sportsmanship Award, U.S. Men's Olympic Team, U.S. Women's team, D.C. United, Craig Thompson, Mike Zaher, DC Jam Sessions 2008, Cuauhtémoc Blanco, U.S. Open Cup, Matt Leiva, Woodson High School, Paul VI High School, FPYC Patriot Cup deadline, PWSI Toys For Tots Tournament deadline, Virginia Beach's Angela Hucles going for gold, Boswell still a fan favorite in D.C., Reminder, Crystal Palace Match Moved |
Soccer Watch: Carolina v Vancouver, DC United v Kansas City, Real Madrid v HSV,
Arsenal v Juventus, Monterrey v Indios, Pachuca v San Luis, Houston v
Columbus, Necaxa v Puebla, Juventus v HSV, Arsenal v Real Madrid,
Toluca v America, San Jose v LA, Barcelona v
C.Guadalajara, D.Quito v Universitario, New England v Houston,
Independiente v Estudiantes
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Tryouts: Italian Premier League Affiliated Soccer School in Reston Holding Tryouts
Tournaments: 2008 Thunder Soccer Fest at Maryland SoccerPlex, FPYC 2008 Patriot Cup in August, 2008 VIP Tournament in Great Falls, VA - Columbus Day Weekend 2008
Camps and Clinics: 2008 Terps Camps for Girls, Soccer Academy training and camps in Northern Virginia and Maryland, Arsenal Academy coaches and scouts coming to Alexandria
Soccer Jobs: Montgomery Soccer (MSI) Seeks Field Marshals and Program Instructors, Contribute your soccer passion to PSW as a Section Editor
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> Local teams do well at US Club Soccer National Cup
Six area teams advanced to the finals of the US Club Soccer National Cup championships in Virginia Beach, with four teams bringing home championships. PSW Youth Editor Joe Dougherty provided this round-up.
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> Honduran defender Ivan Guerrero signed by D.C. United
D.C. United has acquired midfielder/defender Ivan Guerrero in a trade with the San Jose Earthquakes for a partial allocation. The 30-year-old Honduras native, who has earned 79 caps with his country's national team, has a green card and will be available for selection when United hosts the Kansas City Wizards on Saturday, August 2.
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> Moreno called up to Bolivian team for RFK friendly August 6th
D.C. United forward Jaime Moreno has been called up to join the Bolivian National Team to play an international friendly versus Guatemala at RFK Stadium in Washington D.C. on August 6.
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> Women's Nike Friendlies teams announced for August showcase
The third annual 2008 Women's Nike Friendlies will take place Aug. 21-24 at The Home Depot Center in Carson, Calif. More than 25 teams will participate in the prestigious youth competition, including three team's representing the U.S. Under-14 and Under-15 Girls' National Teams.
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> Pali denies Washington Freedom repeat as W-League champion
The defending W-League Champion Washington Freedom won't be repeating this year after losing their league semifinal match to California's Pali Blues 2-0 Thursday night. The Blues will meet FC Indiana in the finals Saturday, while the Freedom will play Seattle in the third place match.
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> Crystal Palace take DeOrsey Cup with controversial win
Crystal Palace FC USA nearly gave up a two goal lead in injury time to a gutsy Real Maryland in stoppage time Thursday night, but held on for a 3-2 win - with a little help from the referees.
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> Turmoil at Real Maryland leads to more changes
After replacing their Head Coach less than two weeks ago, first-year USL-2 club Real Maryland team President Victor Moran took more action this week, announcing Wednesday the dismissal of their marquee player, as well as the team General Manager, citing "disputes" and "differences" with management respectively.
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> Loudoun County panel indecisive on Ashburn sports complex
With continued concerns about traffic and the impact on neighbors, the Loudoun County board of supervisors' Transportation and Land Use Committee voted to forward the Play to Win application to the full board of supervisors without a recommendation. Play to Win is a privately funded sports facility proposed for construction in Ashburn, VA.
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Four D.C. United Academy players were honored this past week when the U.S. Soccer Development Academy announced the Conference Starting XI.
Richmond Strikers' Nicki Pond (U15 Girls Elite) has been selected to the US Soccer Region 1 player pool as a goal keeper and is attending the US Soccer National Training Camp in California.
College Soccer News examined the 2008 incoming recruiting classes throughout the country to arrive at its top 20 rankings which include Maryland and Virginia.
Deirdre McCabe, a graduate of Indian River High School, has received a $500 scholarship from her soccer club, Chesapeake United. She plans to attend Old Dominion University.
Timothy Songer, graduate of Windsor High School, has received a $500 scholarship from his soccer club, Chesapeake United, and plans to attend Randolph College.
The Old Dominion FC U-10 Revolution was one of the recipients of the WAGS 2008 Sportsmanship Award and will be recognized on DC United's WAGS Sportsmanship Night October 4 at RFK.
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The U.S. Men's Olympic Team earned a scoreless draw with Ivory Coast in the opening match of the ING Cup in Hong Kong on Wednesday. The United States will face Cameroon in their second match of the tournament and their final Olympic tune-up on Aug. 2 at 5 p.m. local (5 a.m. EST) at Hong Kong Stadium.
The U.S. Women's team was among the first American Olympians to arrive in China and will have about two weeks of acclimation before its opening match against Norway on Aug. 6 in Qinhuangdao.
D.C. United has promoted midfielder Craig Thompson to a senior developmental contract while defender Mike Zaher has moved to a developmental contract.
D.C. United has partnered with HiBall Events to create the DC Jam Sessions 2008. Three music festivals will take place before D.C. United games at the RFK Stadium Festival Grounds in Parking Lot 8A and will feature live music on multiple stages from at least five bands and DJs at each Jam Session.
Chicago Fire standout Cuauhtémoc Blanco will not be allowed to play in the U.S. Open Cup for at least two years because of his actions during a match against D.C. United this month, the U.S. Soccer Federation ruled yesterday. The Mexican legend was also fined $7,500 by MLS, but did not receive any game suspensions.
Matt Leiva, former boys soccer coach at Woodson High School, has been hired to fill the same position at Paul VI High School in Fairfax.
This Monday, August 4th is the last day to apply for the FPYC Patriot Cup to be held August 30th and 31st.
Tomorrow (Saturday, August 2nd) is the last day to apply for the PWSI Toys For Tots Tournament to be held August 30th and 31st.
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Virginia Beach's Angela Hucles going for gold: Get to know the only Virginia-based player on the US Women's team - Angela Hucles as she is set to take on the world in China.
Boswell still a fan favorite in D.C.: Charles Boehm caught up with Bobby Boswell last week while his new team - the Houston Dynamo - were in town to play D.C. United (twice, and I won't remind you of the scores).
Reminder, Crystal Palace Match Moved: After receiving an invitation from the Mayor of Baltimore, Crystal Palace FC USA has moved their USL2 league match against Bermuda Hogges FC on Sunday August 3rd from UMBC to Poly/Western High School in the City of Baltimore.
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FPYC 2008 Patriot Cup
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Friday, August 1, 2008
8:00 PM: Carolina v Vancouver - LIVE - FSC - USL
Saturday, August 2, 2008
9:00 AM: Real Madrid v HSV - LIVE - GolTV - CopaSuda
11:00 AM: Arsenal v Juventus - LIVE - GOL - EmCup
6:00 PM: Monterrey v Indios - LIVE - GVision - Mexico
7:30 PM: DC United v Kansas City - LIVE - CSN - MLS
7:30 PM: Pachuca v San Luis - LIVE - ESPND - Mexico
8:00 PM: Houston v Columbus - LIVE - FSC - MLS
Sunday, August 3, 2008
9:00 AM: Juventus v HSV - LIVE - GOL - EmCup
11:00 AM: Arsenal v Real Madrid - LIVE - GOL - EmCup
12:00 PM: Necaxa v Puebla - LIVE - GAL - Mexico
1:00 PM: Toluca v America - LIVE - UNI - Mexico
3:00 PM: San Jose v LA Galaxy - LIVE - Tfutura - MLS
6:30 PM: Barcelona v C.Guadalajara - LIVE - FSC - Friendly
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
6:00 PM: D.Quito v Universitario - LIVE - FSE - CopaSuda
8:00 PM: New England v Houston - LIVE - Tfutura - SuperLiga Final
8:30 PM: Independiente v Estudiantes - LIVE - FSE - CopaSuda
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=== Tryouts ===
> Italian Premier League Affiliated Soccer School in Reston Holding Tryouts
AC Cugini, affiliated with Italian premier league club ACF Fiorentina, is conducting tryouts in Reston in July and August at Baron Cameron Park (by appointment only) for spots on its travel teams for Fall 2008. Cugini players participate in an Italian Olympic Committee sanctioned training program; practices and home games in Reston. All Cugini members are automatically eligible to participate in tournament play in Italy every summer, review by talent scouts from Fiorentina, and free training with Fiorentina in Italy each summer. Cugini travel teams for Fall include U11 Boys, U12 Boys, U15 Girls, U17 Boys, U18 Boys, U19 Boys. As Cugini has available team slots in all age groups in NCSL, ODSL, and WAGS, fully formed teams are also welcome to join Cugini and benefit from free training in Italy with an Italian premier league club. Scholarships available for players with financial need. To request a tryout, contact Cugini President Fabio Diletti @ 866.792.9433; president@cuginisoccer.com. Cugini website: www.cuginisoccer.com.
=== Tournaments ===
> FPYC 2008 Patriot Cup in August
Fairfax Police Youth Club invites all U9-U12 boys and girls travel soccer teams to the 2008 Patriot Cup Tournament. The tournament's unique structure makes it the best local pre-season warm-up.
- August 30th and 31st on Fairfax City and Fairfax County fields
- All teams will play four games (3 preliminary games and a Championship or Consolation game)
- Full refunds for age groups that are canceled by weather or field conditions
- Application fee is $495
- $40 discount for teams that participated in the 2008 Liberty Cup Invitational
Applications are due by 7 PM on 4 August and we anticipate a strong turn-out, so submit your team's application early. Teams will be accepted on a space-available basis upon receipt of a completed registration form and application fee. Complete tournament information is available at www.fpycsoccer.org, and any questions should be sent to travel.tournament@fpycsoccer.org.
> 2008 VIP Tournament in Great Falls, VA - Columbus Day Weekend 2008
The Great Falls Soccer Club (GFSC) and the Vanessa Pean Foundation invites your team to apply for participation in the 3rd Annual VIP Tournament! The tournament is accepting Travel teams in U9-U19 Age Groups. All games will be played in the Great Falls, VA area over Columbus Day Weekend. Apply ONLINE at www.viptournament.net. For specific information, please contact Tournament Director, Roman Matijkiw at viptournament@cox.net. Application deadline is September 10, 2008.
=== Camps and Clinics === > 2008 Terps Soccer Camps for Girls
Registration for the 2008 Terps Soccer Camps for Girls is now open. This summer's camp schedule features two residential camp weeks and two locations for our day camp week. Brian Pensky's Terps Soccer Camp for Girls gives female soccer players the opportunity to work with women who have been successful throughout their careers at the local, regional, national, and international level. Our goal is to have each player improve her soccer skills, techniques, strategies, and tactics through individual training and challenging game competition. Our hope is that each camper will grow technically and tactically, and become inspired to be the best player they can be. Having fun while learning will enable each camper to reach her potential. Camp and registration details can be found at www.terpssoccercamp.com.
> Soccer Academy training and camps in Northern Virginia and Maryland
Soccer Academy pioneered youth soccer training over twenty years ago, and continues to be at the vanguard in developing the latest methods of training individual players and teams. We offer a wide range of innovative, state-of-the-art programs as well as an outstanding staff of trainers who share a passion and dedication to soccer, and who are committed to sharing their knowledge with soccer players of all ages. For over two decades now, players trained by Soccer Academy have played on college and national teams and currently many coach at the college, professional and national team levels, which is a reflection of our commitment to teaching excellence. Registration is currently open for our Little Strikers Program (ages 4-6) as well as all of our summer residential and team camps. We also offer day camps across Northern Virginia and Maryland. Come experience the Soccer Academy Difference. Call us at 703-393-7961 or visit us at www.soccer-academy.com.
> Arsenal Academy coaches and scouts coming to Alexandria
Train like a pro, Arsenal style, this summer with Arsenal Academy Women's Assistant Coach Steve Jones, plus Academy Coaches Tina Mapes, and Anthony Gale. Aspiring elite level players age U11 - U18 are invited to attend this exceptional camp July 28 - August 1 from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM at Bishop Ireton High School in Alexandria. Space is extremely limited. Camp fee of $300 includes lunch in an air-conditioned cafeteria. Members of Premier Athletics Club receive a $50 discount. Contact Marianna Sullivan to pre-register by email kicks4fun@cox.net.
=== Soccer Jobs ===
> Montgomery Soccer (MSI) Seeks Field Marshals and Program Instructors
Montgomery Soccer, Incorporated (MSI), a large non-profit organization that promotes youth soccer in Montgomery County, Maryland, seeks several hard working and dependable individuals for field marshal and program instructor positions on Saturdays beginning this fall. The ideal candidate will possess a high level of energy, strong communication skills, an outgoing personality, and a love of soccer and children. He or she will take pride in representing MSI at our program sites and in presenting a professional image in all that he or she does. Knowledge and/or experience in the sport of soccer are required. A playing or coaching background is highly preferable. Candidates must be prepared to begin work in September and have a valid driver's license. The Positions are paid on an hourly basis with average Saturday work from 4-6 hours. Please forward a copy of your resume to Gary Wheeler, Director of Operations, at gary@msisoccer.org by August 4, 2008.
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