| Notes and Boasts: Edson Elcock, Eric McClellan, Virginia Tech Sports Hall of Fame, Parker Walton, D.C. College Cup, William and Mary, Nick Orozco, Andrew Hoxie, Sarah Hilt, University of Richmond women, Virginia Commonwealth University women, Samantha Young, Towson women, Beach FC U16 Piranhas, Hannah Carlson, Samantha Phillips, Pumas UNAM v Harbour View FC, Maryland men, NSCAA college matches on TV, ESPNsoccernet NCAA scoreboard, US Youth Soccer Show Season Three, Matt Reber, Leonardtown boys, Bruce Henderson, Stefanie Langton, McDonough, Virginia Soccer League Inc., Maryland Soccer Association Young Referee of the Year and Administrator of the Year, Commonwealth Soccer Marino Cup, National Capital Soccer League rules change, new online course for coaches, September is US Youth Soccer Month |
| Soccer Watch: N.England v Joe Public, Chivas USA v Tauro, Real Esteli v Montreal
Impact, Aston Villa v Liverpool, Real Esteli v Montreal, DC United v
Charleston, PR v Alajuelense, Man.Utd v Newcastle Utd, Hankook Verdes v
Cruz Azul, Man.City v West Ham Utd, FC Dallas v Colorado, UCSB v
Kentucky, England v Portugal, Montreal v Minnesota |
Tryouts: Real Maryland FC Under-17 and Super-20 Tryouts in September
Tournaments: 2008 VIP Tournament in Great Falls, VA - Columbus Day Weekend 2008
Soccer Jobs: Real Maryland Seeks Professional Head Coach, Real Maryland Seeks General Manager for Professional Soccer Club,Contribute your soccer passion to PSW as a Section Editor
For Sale: National Premier Soccer League franchise for sale in Maryland, Portable Golme professional training goals
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> United keep Atlantic Cup after draw with New York
D.C. United captain Jaime Moreno missed a late penalty kick that would have delivered a priceless win to the Black-and-Red as D.C. United tied the New York Red Bulls 0-0 Saturday night, a match that does little to sort out the congestion at the heart of the MLS Eastern Conference table.
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> Maryland men win opener over UCLA in overtime
Sophomore Rodney Wallace scored in the 97th minute to lift the No. 8 Maryland men's soccer team over No. 14 UCLA, 2-1, last Friday night at The Home Depot Center.
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> U.S. Open Cup Final preview: D.C. United v Charleston Battery
D.C. United will play it's third Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Final in thirteen years on Wednesday night against the USL-1 Charleston Battery at RFK Stadium. On the line is a $100,000 first prize, as well as an automatic spot in next year's CONCACAF Champions League.
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> United Soccer Club expanding in the District
D.C. United and its non-profit arm, United for D.C. are expanding United Soccer Club to two new sites for the fall. The two new sites at the Congress Heights Recreation Center in Ward 8 and the Harrison Recreation Center in Ward 1 will provide after school soccer programming to inner-city youth in the Washington D.C. area.
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> Richmond Kickers PASL indoor team names coach
Richmond Kickers Indoor of the Premier Arena Soccer League (PASL) have signed Head Coach Kyle Lessig for the 2008-09 season. A native of New London, Connecticut, Lessig brings six years of professional playing experience to Richmond Kickers Indoor.
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> Crystal Palace USA's Val Teixeira on trial with parent club in London
Crystal Palace FC USA has sent Val Teixeira for a trial with parent club Crystal Palace Football Club in England in an effort to boost the team's attacking capabilities. After reaching the playoffs for promotion to the Barclays Premier League last season, the parent club has suffered a surprisingly poor start to the '08-'09 Coca Cola Championship season and is looking for more firepower.
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Former ODU Soccer All-American Edson Elcock ('07) has been named United Soccer League's 1st Division Player of the Week. Elcock helped lead ODU to the 2006 NCAA round of 16, where he scored 11 goals and added six assists.
Eric McClellan, a four-year standout and two-time MVP for the Hokies from 1989-1992 and the school's all-time leader in goals scored and total points, is one of five individuals selected for the Virginia Tech Sports Hall of Fame. The honorees will be inducted at a dinner on Friday, Nov. 21.
George Mason forward Parker Walton (Powhatan, Va. Midlothian) scored the first goal of his career in the 94th minute to lift the George Mason men's soccer team to a 1-0 victory over host American in the final match of the annual D.C. College Cup on Sunday afternoon.
Sophomore Nick Orozco (Moseley, Va. James River) punched in his first career goal in the 88th minute to propel the Tribe to a 2-1 come-from-behind victory in their season-opener against UNC Greensboro Saturday night. Junior Andrew Hoxie (Newport News, Va., Denbigh Baptist) also had a goal and an assist for the Tribe.
Spider Senior Sarah Hilt, a Clover Hill HS alumna, launched a winning penalty kick in the 53rd minute to lift the University of Richmond's women's team to a 1-0 victory over cross-town rival Virginia Commonwealth University on Friday night.
Sophomore defender Samantha Young (Severna Park H.S.) scored the second goal of her college career and the game's only goal to give the Towson Tigers a 1-0 win over Lafayette College on Sunday.
Hannah Carlson and Samantha Phillips of the Beach FC U16 Piranhas were selected to the 2008 US Youth Soccer Region I Olympic Development Program player sub-regional pools. In addition, Samantha attended the U15 National Camp August 21-24th in Carson, Ca.
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The Preliminary Round match-up between Pumas UNAM and Harbour View FC, cancelled by CONCACAF due to Hurricane Gustav, will be resolved by the result of a single-match to be played as scheduled on Thursday at 10:00pm EST in Mexico City.
The Maryland men, despite out-shooting California 15-12, ran up against one of the finest goalkeepers in the nation in 2007 First-Team All-American Stefan Frei and lost 1-0 on Sunday at UCLA.
Fox Soccer Channel is broadcasting live and exclusive coverage of NSCAA college matches featuring the top men's and women's teams from around the nation. Here's the schedule.
This season, ESPNsoccernet will bring you all the scores from every men's and women's NCAA D-I college game. You'll want to bookmark their scoreboard link as a quick reference.
The fifth US Youth Soccer Show for Season Three will air on Fox Soccer Channel on September 5, 9 and 19. Check the times at the US Youth Soccer web site.
Matt Reber is the new head coach of the Leonardtown boys' soccer team. He replaces Bruce Henderson, who led the Raiders to an undefeated SMAC record last year.
Stefanie Langton, a 2001 Westlake High School graduate, has been hired as the head girls' soccer coach at McDonough.
The Travel League Virginia Soccer League Inc. has taken on a new look and new website location.
Maryland Soccer Association Young Referee of the Year nominations are due by October 13.
Maryland Soccer Association Administrator of the Year nominations are due by October 13.
The Commonwealth Soccer Marino Cup Bracket has been updated with Quarterfinal results from this past weekend. The Semi-finals are scheduled for October 11.
The National Capital Soccer League Board of Directors passed a rules change on Thursday, August 28 regarding mandatory checking of each team's Official State Roster and USYS Player Passes at every match.
The National Federation of State High School Associations and the National Soccer Coaches Association of America have formed a partnership to create an online, interactive course designed to train coaches how to teach the specific skills of soccer. Launch is scheduled for fall 2008.
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September is US Youth Soccer Month: US Youth Soccer, the nation's largest youth sports association has kicked off the sixth annual Youth Soccer Month - Celebrating Soccer in America. Youth Soccer Month is a celebration for all of those who participate in soccer. The celebration highlights the various programs available to children interested in participating in soccer, including the inner-city, special needs, recreational and elite soccer programs that have facilitated the growth of the sport at all levels. As part of the celebration, over 150 college and MLS events have been scheduled.
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Tuesday, September 2, 2008
8:00 PM: N.England v Joe Public - LIVE - FSC - CONCACAF
7:00 PM: Aston Villa v Liverpool - LIVE - CSN - EPL
10:00 PM: Chivas USA v Tauro - LIVE - FSC - CONCACAF
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
1;00 AM: Real Esteli v Montreal - Delay - FSC - CONCACAF
7:00 PM: Man.Utd v Newcastle Utd - LIVE - CSN - EPL
7:30 PM: DC United v Charleston - LIVE - FSC - US Open
11:00 PM: Puerto Rico v Alajuelense - Delay - FSC - CONCACAF
Thursday, September 4, 2008
1:00 AM: Hankook Verdes v Cruz Azul - LIVE - FSC - CONCACAF
7:00 PM: Man.City v West Ham Utd - LIVE - CSN - EPL
8:30 PM: FC Dallas v Colorado - LIVE - ESPN2 - MLS
Friday, September 5, 2008
2:30 PM: England v Portugal - LIVE - FSC - U-21
8:00 PM: Montreal v Minnesota - LIVE - FSC - USL
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=== Tryouts ===
> Real Maryland FC Under-17 and Super-20 Tryouts in September
Real Maryland FC has scheduled an open tryout for our USL SUPER 20 men's and Under-17 boys youth teams. Tryouts will be held on September 3rd and 30th, 2008 a the Maryland Soccer Plex in Boyds, MD. Spaces are limited, so please register online, email, or call now with your interest. Our web site is www.realmaryland.us. Email juve192003@yahoo.com or call 301 933-6460.
=== Tournaments ===
> 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.
=== Soccer Jobs ===
> Real Maryland Seeks Professional Head Coach
Real Maryland FC, a member of the Second Division of the United Soccer Leagues, is seeking a Head Coach. Applicants must have a strong knowledge of the game, proven leadership/communication skills and knowledge of fitness programs necessary to develop athletes who play professional soccer. Applicants should have previous coaching experience at the college and/or professional level and have connections in the Washington, D.C. soccer community as successful candidate will also be involved in public relations activities designed to benefit the team (including conducting clinics and making appearances before local soccer organizations). Salary is negotiable. Please send resume and salary history to Victor Moran, President, Real Maryland FC, at victor@realmaryland.us. No phone calls please
> Real Maryland Seeks General Manager for Professional Soccer Club,
Real Maryland, FC, a member of the Second Division of the United Soccer Leagues, is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, and qualified individual to fill the role of General Manager. Applicant will be responsible for the day to day activities in running a professional soccer club, and duties will include, but not be limited to: development of community outreach programs, negotiation of contracts with players, vendors and suppliers, sales and marketing and oversight of sales force, oversight of soccer camps and clinics, recruiting and training volunteers, liaison with local media, interface with local county and community leaders, and responsibility for game day activities. This person must have strong leadership skills, be highly self motivated, and must possess excellent communication skills, computer knowledge and website experience. Salary is negotiable. Please send resume and salary history to Victor Moran, President, Real Maryland FC, at victor@realmaryland.us . No phone calls please
=== For Sale ===
> National Premier Soccer League franchise for sale in Maryland
National Premier Soccer League (NPSL) franchise for sale in Maryland for 2009 Season. Maryland United FC competes in the North East region against Jersey, PA, NY teams. This is an established, elite adult men's soccer franchise that finished third this past season. Contact Cyprian Khumalo at admin@dentprofessorinc.com or by phone at 301-537-6991
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