Notes and Boasts: Freestate Shooters, Christine Nairn, Tiffany McCartyFC Fredericksburg Gunners, W-League Piranhas, Shaneka Gordon, NOVA FC,
Jefferson HS boys, Sean Lee, West Springfield HS boys, Jessie Gonzalez,
McLean HS girls, Katie Yensen, Kristina Bettner, Chantilly HS girls,
Yorktown HS girls, Julia Magin, Baltimore Bays U9-10s, Baltimore
Beltway Spring League Title, U.S. Under-20 women, Real Maryland FC Fiesta Real, Baltimore Blast players in USL, TSC Maryland Pride, Karyn Farrar, Lisa Zanti, U.S. Soccer Development Academy Spring Showcase, President Obama
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Soccer Watch: Shakhtar v W.Bremen, C.City Stars v C.RailHawks
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Tournaments: Prince William Courage Toys For Tots Tournament Registration Open, PWSI Hosting a 7v7 Adult Tournament to Benefit LIVESTRONG, 1st Annual Commonwealth Classic 11v11 Adult Soccer Tournament, OBGC Capital Cup Labor Day Tournament Now Accepting Applications, LUYAA SC 5-a-side Challenge, MAC SoccerFest - REGISTER NOW!
Camps and Clinics: Soccer the Brazilian Way Day and Residential Summer Camps, Prince William Courage Soccer Summer Camps, Total Sports Pavilion Summer Camps and Indoor League, D.C. United Youth Summer Camp Registration Now Open!, Real Maryland FC Club Team Training Camp, Richard Montgomery High School Summer Soccer Camp
Leagues and Events: Washington Freedom Doubleheader with DC United Saturday May 23, World Football Challenge: AC MILAN vs. CHELSEA in Baltimore
Tryouts: 1995 Baltimore Bays Chelsea Academy Team is now forming for 2009-10, Blue Star U13 Girls Tryouts
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> D.C. United rally for 2-2 draw against league leaders in LA
D.C. United relied on late heroics yet again late Saturday night in a 2-2 draw with league-leading Chivas USA.
Second half goals by Luciano Emilio and Santino Quaranta secure a
valuable road point, extended United's unbeaten streak, kept them in
first place in the East, and sent a strong statement to MLS teams everywhere that it takes more than a little help from the referee to beat the Black and Red.
[more +]
> Moros, McLeod help lead Freedom to 1-1 tie with Boston
Newly
acquired goalkeeper Erin McLeod made five saves, while Abby Wambach's
fill-in impressed with the game's opening goal in the Washington
Freedom's 1-1 road draw with Boston on Sunday. The team returns to
action this Saturday against Sky Blue FC in the first of three
doubleheaders with D.C. United at RFK Stadium.
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> New WPS team in Philadelphia to be called 'Independence', colors chosen
The new WPS
team in Philadelphia will be called 'Independence' and wear yellow,
steel grey and light blue team colors. Northern Virginia resident David
Halstead is the team CEO/President, where he is joined by FC Virginia
founder and Director Terry Foley, who will serve as Director of Player
Personnel, running the expansion draft and recruiting players.
[more +]
> Crystal Palace suffer 94th minute loss in controversial penalty award
Crystal
Palace Baltimore suffered their first home defeat of the season at the
hands of the Charlotte Eagles. Palace took the early lead for a second
consecutive night, but Charlotte came back in the second half with a
67th minute goal on a controversial penalty kick awarded in the waning
moments of the match.
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> Kickers concede late goal for 1-1 draw with Charlotte
The Richmond
Kickers narrowly missed the opportunity to shutout the Charlotte Eagles
on Friday night, after taking an early lead and then conceding a late
goal to finish 1-1 against their southern rivals. Nearly 2,000 fans saw
a battle in the midfield at the University of Richmond Stadium
resulting in a low nine shots to three, in favor of the home side.
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> PDL Royals drubbed by Cary in Raleigh, renew in-state rivalry Saturday
The
Northern Virginia Royals fell to 0-2-1 on the season following a
punishing 6-1 loss at the hands on the Cary Clarets in Raleigh, North
Carolina Saturday night. A defensive collapse in final ten minutes of
the first half produced a Cary lead that proved insurmountable to the
visiting Royals.
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> Northern Virginia Majestics drop season opener to Hampton Roads
The
Northern Virginia Majestics failed to find the net, falling 2-0 to the
Hampton Roads Piranhas Saturday evening at Virginia Wesleyan College in
Norfolk, Virginia. Two goals in five minutes from Piranhas substitute
Shaneka Gordon lifted the home side to victory over the beleaguered
Majestics.
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Two Freestate Shooters U19(G), Christine Nairn (Penn State) and Tiffany McCarty (Florida State) will be representing the U.S. Senior and U20 National Team, respectively this month. Christine Nairn will be on the roster with Senior National team on Monday, May 25th as they face Canada in a friendly to hopefully earn he first of many caps on the Senior National Team. Tiffany McCarty will be one of 24 players that U.S. U20 Women's National Team Head Coach Jillian Ellis has called into a training camp at the Home Depot Center in Carson, Ca from May 24-31 as early preparations for the 2010 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Continue.
The FC Fredericksburg Gunners got off to a great start to their third season on Saturday by scoring a late penalty kick and defeating the Cary Clarets 3-2 at Fredericksburg Academy.
Piranhas forward/midfielder Shaneka Gordon came off the bench in the second half and scored two goals in five minutes to give the W-League Piranhas a 2-0 win over the Northern Virginia Lady Majestics at Virginia Wesleyan College Saturday night.
Sunday afternoon saw FC Fredericksburg travel to Northern Virginia's Valley View Park to kick off both the men's and women's South Atlantic Division of the USL Super-20 League. The day would belong to Northern Virginia as the Majestics cruised to a 4-0 win before the Royals edged the Gunners 1-0 in the pair of shutouts.
Jefferson junior Sean Lee scored the game winner with about 30 minutes remaining in the Virginia AAA Liberty District final on Friday night, giving his team a 1-0 win over Stone Bridge for the district title.
West Springfield defeated South County, 1-0, to claim the Virginia AAA Patriot District title. Senior midfielder Jessie Gonzalez scored on a 45-yard lob shot in the 33rd minute to improve the No. 6 Spartans to 13-1-2.
After talented freshman Josie Seebeck walked off the field with a red card, McLean girls rallied against Woodson to win the Virginia AAA Liberty District final in a 2-1 double overtime victory. Sophomore midfielder Katie Yensen found sophomore midfielder Kristina Bettner for an 88th minute game-winner.
Chantilly girls' soccer won the Virginia AAA Concorde District championship 7-6 in penalty kicks against Robinson this weekend. It was Chantilly's first victory over Robinson (12-1-1) in more than three seasons and brought a 30 game unbeaten streak to an end for Robinson.
Yorktown senior captain Julia Magin ended a stalemate against Washington-Lee by burying her penalty kick to continue Yorktown's reign over the National District, 4-3, in penalty kicks.
Baltimore Bays Angels U10 Girls, Casa Mia U9, Premier (Stars U10), and United U10s each captured the Baltimore Beltway Spring League Title in their respective age groups.
---- Notes ----
The U.S. Under-23 Women's National Team tied the full Northern Ireland Women's National Team in Belfast on May 15 as neither team could score over the 90 minutes. The USA piled up a 15-3 shot advantage, but couldn't find a way past Northern Irish goalkeeper Tiarna McKenna.
Real Maryland FC is presenting Fiesta Real, A Spanish Cultural Fair, in conjunction with a day of football on May 31, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., at the Richard Montgomery High School. Their USL2 match against the Harrisburg City Islanders starts at 4 p.m.
With the National Indoor Soccer League in offseason mode, several of the 2009 NISL Champion Baltimore Blast players have left the Baltimore area to join their United Soccer League (USL) team for the summer outdoor season.
TSC Maryland Pride forwards Karyn Farrar and Lisa Zanti created numerous scoring opportunities, but were unable to find the net in their abbreviated 0-0 opening game draw against the Atlantic City Diablos on Saturday.
The U.S. Soccer Development Academy Spring Showcase is set for May 22-26 in Sarasota, FL. In addition to educational seminars and materials provided at the event, the U.S. Soccer staff is on hand at all games to provide direct feedback to participants to enhance their educational experience.
President Obama showed up at the Boys and Girls Club in Georgetown to watch his daughter Sasha play soccer on Saturday. Obama spent about half an hour at the game before leaving for the Palisades Recreation Center, where his older daughter, Malia, 10, was with her soccer team.
---- Editor ----
Manchester United Win Premiership: Manchester United secured the Premier League Championship one game to go in the season thanks to their 0-0 draw with Arsenal on Saturday. The title is United's third in a row, and 11th in the last 17 seasons under manager Alex Ferguson. The achievement ties the club with Liverpool at 18 on English league championships.
Summer Soccer Paradise: Summer is a great time to be a soccer fan in the United States. With baseball the only big-four sports in action, options for soccer on TV and live games are greater than ever, and this summer has a full slate of action. Top of the list is the U.S. National Team, as they continue World Cup 2010 qualifying, defend their Gold Cup crown, and travel to South Africa to face Italy, Brazil, and Egypt in the Conferderations Cup, a FIFA competition among five continental champions, World Cup winner Italy, and host South Africa. Check out Jim Nguyen's preview on FoxSoccer.com.
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=== Tournaments ===
> Prince William Courage Toys For Tots Tournament Registration Open
The PWSI Toys for Tots Tournament will be hosting two weekends this year. U9-U12 Boys and Girls will play August 29-30. U13-U19 Boys and Girls will play September 5-7. Teams are guaranteed placement on Bermuda and Fieldturf fields. For more info visit http://www.pwsi.org/Toys/index_E.html
> PWSI Hosting a 7v7 Adult Tournament to Benefit LIVESTRONG
On June 27, PWSI will be hosting the Summer 7s Adult 7v7 Tournament. This is a one day event. Teams are guaranteed three 30 minute games. All games will be played at Howison Park on Fieldturf fields. Proceeds will go to benefit the LIVESTRONG Foundation in their battle against cancer. For more information go to http://www.pwsi.org/summer7s/index_E.html.
> 1st Annual Commonwealth Classic 11v11 Adult Soccer Tournament
MDCVSA
and Commonwealth Soccer League will be hosting the first annual summer
tournament on July 11-12, 2009 at Patriot Park in Spotsylvania County,
Va. The tournament will be offering Men's and Coed Divisions which will
be played on Bermuda grass fields. Entry fee is $500 if postmarked by
June 5. Each team is guaranteed at least three games with up to 22
players allowed per roster. Registration is currently open. For more
information, go to www.commonwealthsoccer.org.
> OBGC Capital Cup Labor Day Tournament Now Accepting Applications
Come play in one of the top-rated Labor Day Tournaments in the Mid-Atlantic
region! This event is open to all premier and classic teams ages U9-U19.
Age groups are based upon the 2009/2010 seasonal year. The tournament,
held September 5 - September 7, 2009, features three guaranteed qualifying
matches on Saturday and Sunday, with the division finals held on Monday.
All fields will be in the Olney area with the majority of games at two of
the best soccer complexes in the region - OBGC Community Park and Covenant
Park. Application deadline is August 1st, 2009.
> LUYAA SC 5-a-side Challenge
Saturday, June 20, 2009 (U9 - U12 Boys and Girls Competitive and Recreation Divisions)
Sunday, June 21, 2009 (U13 - High School Boys and Girls Competitive and Recreation Divisions)
Ballenger Creek Park, Frederick, MD
- Team registration fee is $105.00. Registration deadline is June 6.
- Each team will play at least 4 twenty minute matches.
- 4 Field players plus a goalkeeper. Rosters limited to 12.
For
updated tournament information, registration form and rules and
regulations please visit www.luyaasoccer.com or
www.soccersensationsllc.com or e-mail the Tournament Director Jim Oman
at luyaasctournaments@gmail.com - 301-257-4872.
> MAC SoccerFest - REGISTER NOW!
Registration is now OPEN for the Mid-Atlantic Classic SoccerFest!
All ages ˆ U6 to Over 30! Rec to Elite!
MAC SoccerFest is brought to you by BWF Events, producers of the
McDonald's McSoccerFest from 2003- 2008. On Saturday and Sunday, June 27
and 28, MAC SoccerFest debuts under the same tournament format you've
loved over the past 14 years. Only this year, it has a new name and a new
venue -- scenic Muldoon's Farm in Poolesville, MD. Plus: interactive
festival area, family-friendly activities, food and retail vendors, two
great days of soccer competition and more! Sign-up: www.Active.com or
www.MACSoccerFest.com.
=== Camps and Clinics ===
> Soccer the Brazilian Way Day and Residential Summer Camps
Learn
the flair and technique that are hallmarks of the Brazilian soccer
experience. Immerse yourself in the Brazilian style of training and
play with Soccer the Brazilian Way's (STBW) youth soccer training camps.
Get ready for the Summer with STBW's
Residential and Day Camps. The camps are offered on all-weather turf
fields at Long Park in Haymarket, Poplar Tree, Patriot Park and E.C
Lawrence. We offer Residential, 1/2 day and full day camps for field
players and keepers, ages 8 to 17.
This Summer STBW
will expand to three sessions of our popular residential camp at the
Madeira School in McLean. Train and play in a pristine wooded setting
on a secure campus. Get ready for swimming, zip-line, movie nights,
futsal, and, of course, a lot of soccer with some of the best trainers
in the region. Sign up early to reserve your spot!
The times and dates for the sessions are available on-line at www.soccerstbw.com. You can register there or call us at 301-996-GOAL.
> Prince William Courage Soccer Summer Camps
Prince William Courage will be hosting three summer camps in July. The Recreational Day Camp will run from July 13-17. The Advanced Recreational Camp will run from July 20-24. The Select Camp will run from July 27-31. For more information on the summer camp series go to http://www.pwsi.org/Programs/camps/index_E.html
> Total Sports Pavilion Summer Camps and Indoor League
The program will help players with: technical development, tactical knowledge, soccer intelligence, physical training, mental training, maintaining possession, passing style game, team defending & attacking, tactics & strategy, individual skills, speed/agility and team work. Full day camp $155.00, half day $135.00 and the league is $55.00. Full day camp and indoor league $190.00 and half day camp and league $135.00. Campers will receive a camp t-shirt and a snack with a drink daily. Discounts available for multiple weeks and siblings. Space is limited to 40 campers per session. For more information visit www.tspsports.com or email questions to tspsports2@aol.com
> D.C. United Youth Summer Camp Registration Now Open!
D.C. United Academy is offering a variety of soccer training camps this summer for
players between 5-18 years old. Students are put into a challenging environment
that demands good training habits and helps them develop to their full potential.
All participants receive an Adidas Academy t-shirt and ball, a ticket to a regular
season home match, and membership in United's Youth Fan Club. Check out the new
Residential, Elite, Striker/Goalkeeper, Full-Day, Half-Day, and High School
Pre-season Academy locations online at www.DCUNITED.com. For information about the 2009 Summer schedule and other development programs, call 202-587-5468 or email Academy@dcunited.com
> Club Team Training Camp by Real Maryland FC
Real
Maryland FC will offer training camp for club teams this summer to give
them a professional edge. Each club team will be coached by a
professional player and/or coach. They will be taken through a training
camp that was designed prior by Real Maryland FC and you Club Team's
Coach. Teams will train in the morning and then play against other
teams during the afternoon. The Camp will be directed by Real Maryland
Head Coach Anthony Hudson. He has coached at all levels ranging from
the Youth Level up through to the Professional Ranks. Hudson one of the
youngest coaches to have achieved the prestigious UEFA "A"
License from the English Football Association. Please contact David
Noyes at gm@realmaryland.us for special club team training camp prices
and dates.
> Richard Montgomery High School Summer Soccer Camp
Summer
Soccer Camp for Boys and Girls ages 7-14 years old. Come train with the
Professionals at Richard Montgomery High School. Experience a fun and
enjoyable atmosphere while training along side members of Real Maryland
FC. The weekly summer soccer camps will be held at Richard Montgomery
High School in Rockville, MD. The Camp will be directed by Real
Maryland Head Coach Anthony Hudson. He has coached at all levels
ranging from the Youth Level up through to the Professional Ranks.
Hudson one of the youngest coaches to have achieved the prestigious UEFA "A"
License from the English Football Association. Please contact David
Noyes at gm@realmaryland.us for special club team training camp prices
and dates. To sign up, please contact Robert_D_Maxey@mcpsmd.org or
David Noyes at gm@realmaryland.us, or go to
http://www.realmaryland.us/html/soccer_camp.html.
=== Leagues and Events ===
> Washington Freedom Doubleheader with DC United, Saturday, May 23
Join the Washington Freedom at RFK Stadium
as they take on Sky Blue FC on Saturday, May 23 at 4:30 p.m. See the
Freedom battle Natasha Kai, Christie Rampone, Australia's Sarah Walsh
and Rosana of Brazil. Then stick around for the post-game autograph
session and the DC United
game that follows! Want to see more of Women's Professional Soccer and
the Brazilian stars in the league? Special 3-pack pricing is now
available for upcoming matches against Marta and the L.A. Sol, Formiga
and FC Gold
Pride, and Sky Blue FC. Unreserved 3-pack seats start at just $48. Call
202-547-KICK or visit washingtonfreedom.com for your tickets today!
> World Football Challenge: AC MILAN vs. CHELSEA in Baltimore
The United States is hosting the inaugural World Football Challenge,
bringing international soccer to six U.S. cities this July. On Saturday,
July 24th the Chelsea Football Club, part of the English Premier League,
takes on AC Milan, of Italy's top division Serie A, in a match that marks
the first soccer event ever at M&T Bank Stadium! Be a part of the
excitement when this international soccer event hits Baltimore. Tickets
are on sale now! Including V.I.P. packages with access to a private
practice session on Thursday, July 23rd. Get your tickets at
http://www.baltimoreravens.com/Gameday/Tickets/Special_Events.aspx
=== Tryouts ===
> 1995 Baltimore Bays Chelsea Academy Team is now forming for 2009-10
Premier level players born in 1995 (1/1/95 - 12/31/95) that aspire to play for the 1995 Baltimore Bays Chelsea USSF Academy team should contact us immediately. This opportunity will allow players to advance into the USSF Development Academy structure. The Baltimore Bays Chelsea Soccer Club is currently ranked the #1 boys club in the USA by Soccer America: http://www.socceramerica.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=Articles.san&s=30732&Nid=51633&p
Inquiries will be strictly confidential. Contact tom@tidewaterglazing.com for more information.
> Blue Star U13 (rising U14) Girls Tryouts
Looking to add to a close knit group of solid players that currently competes in MSI Classic Division I. Coach Rick Gelfond has a USSF E License
and is a highly experienced former player, who has coached youth soccer
on several different levels. Assistant coach Jeff Glenzer is an
experienced coach and former referee with an NSCAA Advanced Regional Diploma and USSF E License.
We also have a professional trainer who will be working with the girls
throughout the season. We generally practice in the North Potomac,
Rockville, Gaithersburg, or Potomac area. To try out,
please contact Rick Gelfond at fgelfond@deloitte.com or 301-610-7312
[h] or 202-220-2017 [w].
Web site: http://sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/bluestarsoccer/
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