Notes and Boasts: Carlos Garcia, NISL Player of the Week, Michael Lahoud, MLS draft, Remi Gibba, Washington Post Player of the Year, Caroline Miller, Washington Post All-Met First Team, Washington Freedom open tryout, Richmond Kickers, Matthew Delicate, Mike Burke, Richmond Kickers player combine, Bethesda SC, US Club Soccer's Northeast Pre-Academy League, 2009 Maryland State Cup application, FA Cup Fourth Round Draw, Klinsmann Says Donovan Will Play Key Role, Train Like Corinthians, Freddy Adu
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Soccer Watch: A.Madrid v Barcelona, Tottenham v Burnley, Derby v Man Utd, Sevilla v Deportivo
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Tryouts: Royals, Majestics and NOVA FC Super-Y League Tryouts in January, Real Maryland FC USL-2 Pro and Super-Y Tryouts
Tournaments: 2009 PSWI Icebreaker Tournament
Camps and Clinics: Soccer the Brazilian Way Winter Training
Leagues and Events: Fredericksburg Field House winter activities
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> Santino Quaranta re-signs with D.C. United after strong 2008
D.C. United has announced the re-signing of midfielder Santino Quaranta. Last season, Quaranta came back to the club where he began his career and posted his best season so far. Per team and League policy, terms of the agreement will not be released.
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> D.C. United's Iván Guerrero called-up to Honduras National Team
D.C. United midfielder/defender Iván Guerrero has been called-up to the Honduras National Team for training camp in Miami. Honduras is preparing to host the 2009 UNCAF Nations Cup from January 22 through February 1 in Tegucigalpa, Honduras.
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> Local girls teams round up from Disney Soccer Showcase
While no local teams brought home the championship last week at the Disney Soccer Showcase, Loudoun 91 Red reached the final of their Under-17 division, while Chantilly SC FCV Netforce, VISTA Shockwave, Virginia Rush Nike, Chantilly SC FCV Explosion, and FC Frederick (U16) all reached the semi final rounds.
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> First PSW Soccer Breakfast details finalized for Wednesday, Jan 7, 2008
Join us tomorrow morning in Tyson's Corner Virginia at 7 AM sharp for the first ever PSW Soccer Breakfast. Meet the staff that makes PSW tick, as well as local soccer VIPs like former Georgetown Coach of 22 years Keith Tabatznik. No agenda, just coffee, bagels, and the beginning of a new soccer dialog in our region.
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Carlos Garcia of the Baltimore Blast has been named NISL Player of the Week. Garcia scored two goals and recorded one assist to lead the Blast to a 26-4 win over the Massachusetts Twisters.
Steve Goff reports that Wake Forest senior midfielder Michael Lahoud (Annandale, Va.), who was approached by a German-based representative after the College Cup, has signed with MLS and will be available in the Jan. 15 draft.
Remi Gibba, a midfielder for St. John's High School and for the McLean Freedom, was named the Player of the Year when the Washington Post announced their All-Met honors for girl's high school soccer. Caroline Miller, a forward for Walter Johnson High School and for the McLean Freedom, was named to the All-Met First Team.
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The Washington Freedom will hold an open tryout at the synthetic fields at the Maryland SoccerPlex on February 21-22, 2009.
The Richmond Kickers report that VCU grad and former member of the Richmond Kickers Future (PDL) Matthew "Deli" Delicate will return to Richmond for 2009. The forward spent the last three seasons with the Rochester Rhinos (USL-1) and a brief stint with Ebbsfleet United of the English Blue Square Premier League.
Mike Burke, the 2008 Player's Choice MVP and Supporter's Choice MVP, will return for his 10th season with the Kickers. Burke joined the Kickers in 2000 after splitting time with DC United and the Dallas Burn of Major League Soccer.
The Richmond Kickers will hold their annual player combine for eligible college seniors, qualified free agents and amateurs seeking a pro contract Feb. 14-15. Application deadline is February 9.
The Commonwealth Soccer League will be participating in a special indoor exhibition game with the FC Fredericksburg Generals, the defending Premier Arena Soccer League Mid-Atlantic Division Champions on Saturday, Jan. 17 at 8:00 p.m. at Fredericksburg Field House.
Bethesda SC is participating in the first of US Club Soccer's Regional Leagues finalized as the Northeast Pre-Academy League for U-14 and U-15 boys. The League kicks off in February.
City Football Club's first annual D.C. Senior Showcase will take place on Saturday from 1-3 p.m. EST at the George Washington University soccer field. D.C.'s best high school soccer players will square off in an all-star match pitting the District public schools' best players against some of the Washington-metro region's top private and suburban public school players.
2009 Maryland State Cup Application for U14 - U19 age groups is available. Deadline is January 30th for the U14 - U18 age groups; May 1st for U19 Teams.
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FA Cup Fourth Round Draw: The English FA Cup fourth round draw was held Sunday after a majority of the third round was played on Saturday. Several games were postponed however, and a few were draws that require a replay. Biggest shock so far? Nottingham Forest knocking out Manchester City. Chelsea drawing 1-1 with Southend United could also be considered a shock.
Klinsmann Says Donovan Will Play Key Role: Bayern Munich coach Jurgen Klinsmann insists that USA international Landon Donovan has not joined the Bundesliga club simply to make up the numbers. Donovan has signed for Bayern on loan from the Los Angeles Galaxy until mid-March, and Klinsmann is convinced he will have a big part to play in his side's assault on three trophies this season.
Train Like Corinthians: Surprised I hadn't yet seen Keith Tabatznik's KTS Soccerworld web site, but after recently exchanging some emails with the former Georgetown coach of 22 years on another subject, I clicked on the web site in his email signature line and uncovered this gem.
Freddy Adu Starts Against Juventus: Local product Freddy Adu finally earned a start for his French League club AS Monaco today. He played 68 minutes and drew a first half penalty kick in friendly against the famous Italian side Juventus. The regular match ended 1:1, with Monaco going on to the the symbolic victory with a 5:4 PK advantage.
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Tuesday, January 6, 2009
2:00 PM: A.Madrid v Barcelona - LIVE - GolTV - Copa del Rey
2:40 PM: Tottenham v Burnley - LIVE - Setanta - Carling Cup
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
2:40 PM: Derby v Man Utd - LIVE - Setanta - Carling Cup 3:00 PM: Sevilla v Deportivo - LIVE - GolTV - Copa del Rey
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===Tryouts===
>Royals, Majestics and NOVA FC Super-Y League Tryouts in January
U13 Boys - Super 20 Men and U13 Girls - Super 20 Women
Visit novafc.org for tryout dates and pre-registration information.
Tryout dates are: 1/03, 1/04, 1/10, 1/11, 1/17,and 1/18 at Hellwig Memorial Park.
Questions: majesticsyleague@novafc.org and royalsyleague@novafc.org
> Real Maryland FC USL-2 Pro and Super-Y Tryouts
The second year USL-2 Real Maryland FC Monarchs are holding open tryouts for our USL-2 professional team, as well as youth Super-y League teams. Professional tryouts will be Saturday, January 17th at the Maryland SoccerPlex. Under-15 and Under-16 boys Super-Y team tryouts are on Sunday, January 11th, also at the Maryland Soccer Plex. The professional tryouts are open, but limited to 50 players only. Pre-registration for both tryout dates is required. Please check the website for deadlines and details.
=== Tournaments===
> 2009 PSWI Icebreaker Tournament
Prince William Soccer will once again be hosting its annual spring pre-season Icebreaker Tournament. The tournament will be held on March 28-29, 2009. The Icebreaker has grown to be one of the best spring pre-season tournaments in the mid-atlantic region. Over 500 teams will be participating from more than 12 states and Canada. The tournament facilities, fields, and competition truly make the Icebreaker a class event. Registration is now open. Go to www.pwsi.org for more information.
=== Camps and Clinics ===
> Soccer the Brazilian Way Winter Training
Soccer the Brazilian Way Winter Training provides Futsal Training, Striker Speed and Agility Training, Outdoor Training on Turf and Goal keeper Training. Are you ready to work hard this winter and get ahead of the competition?. Sign up for STBW winter clinics today. We offer Futsal, outdoor and keeper training this winter in many of our facilities. Our training focuses on developing superior ball skills, balance and spatial awareness - critical attributes of the complete player. We believe that our program of Futsal training is unique. Futsal is the quickest way to improve speed, skills and power to the ball. Each clinic consists of seven 1.5 or 2 hour sessions focused on developing quickness, footskills, shooting, trapping, finishing, and movement on and off the ball. Our instructors are former professional Futsal players. Increase your speed of decision, speed of play and you will lead the competition come spring. The times and dates for the sessions are available on-line at www.soccerstbw.com or call us at 301-996-4625(GOAL).
=== Leagues and Events ===
> Fredericksburg Field House Winter Activities
We offer a wide range of winter soccer opportunities for kids of all ages. All leagues and clinics are run to the highest standard of excellence.
- Winter I Recreational Soccer- ages 5 to 16
- Winter I Competitive Small Sided Soccer- Travel and Classic teams- ages U9- U14 boys and girls
- Winter I Soccer Clinics
- Chelsea Elite Coaching and Player Clinic- November 11-13th
- Recreational and Competitive Adult Leagues
- Winter High School Soccer
Visit www.fredfieldhouse.com for ALL details
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