Notes and Boasts: US WNT, Hope Solo, Pat Ercoli, Cris Vaccaro, Hunter Jumper, Kevin Tangney, Jason Herrick, Casey Townsend, Taylor Kemp, Colleen Flanagan, Meghan Lenczyk, Morgan Stith, Heidi Waldenmaier, Elizabeth Ball, D.C. United, 2010 Lamar Hunt US Open Cup qualifying, Baltimore Blast, Chuck Hatcher, Sam Jones, Wali Jones, Cesar Rizzo, Henry Tembon, Mark Waite, Richmond Kickers, Chesterfield United, VA soccer tournament tourism, Mike Kennedy, Americans abroad, England National Team Drama, Mainstream Sports Media Will Have Field Day With MLS Strike, Hege Riise Helping US Women Now, Diski Dancing Their Way To The World Cup, Soccer Players Forced To Choose - High School Or Academy
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Soccer Watch: Schalke v Dortmund, Chelsea v Man Utd, Mainz v W.Bremen, Bolton v Wolves, Birmingham v Wigan, Villarreal v Deportivo, Getafe v
Zaragoza, Leverkusen v Cologne, Stoke City v
Arsenal, Sevilla v A.Bilbao, Lyon v Nice,
Tenerife v Real Madrid, Lazio v Fiorentina, Montpellier v Rennes, Barcelona v
Malaga, Puebla v Jaguares, Catania v Bari, Queretaro v Santos, Tigres v Morelia, Guadalajara v San Luis,
Pachuca v Unam, Tottenham v Everton, PSV v Rkc
Waalwijk, Aston Villa v Man Utd, Liverpool v Blackburn, B.Munich v Hamburg, Sunderland v Fulham, Toluca v Indios, Juventus v Palermo,
PSG v
Marseille, A.Madrid v Valencia, Santos v
Corinthians, Milan v Atalanta, Estudiantes v Club America, Brazil v Ireland
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Tournaments: Prince William Courage Icebreaker Tournament, Fredericksburg Cup: August 21-22 (Girls) and August 28-29 (Boys), 2010 FPYC Liberty Cup Invitational Deadline Extended to Feb 26
Camps and Clinics:
Soccer the Brazilian Way Spring Break and Summer Residential Camp, Soccer Academy Girls College Recruiting Symposium: March 5-6, Brit-Am Soccer Academy Soccer Camps 2010
Leagues and Events: It is summer at Champions Fieldhouse!, Fredericksburg Area Soccer Association TOPSoccer
Tryouts:
Fredericksburg Area Soccer Association Super Y Update, Real Maryland Super Y League Tryouts Girls U14, NOVA FC, Majestics, and Royals Super Y Tryouts, Royals Continue Tryouts for 13th Season in USL
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> Freedom's Wambach scores twice as U.S. Women defeat Norway 2-1
The Washington Freedom's Abby Wambach scored twice as the U.S. Women's
National team defeated Norway 2-1 in their second match of the 2010
Algarve Cup in Portugal. Wambach netted the game-winner in the 92nd minute to give the U.S. a dramatic win and first place in Group B.
[more +]
> Stoppage time goal lifts U.S. Men against El Salvador
Sacha Kjlestan's stoppage time goal was the game winner as the U.S.
Men's National Team came from behind for a 2-1 victory against El
Salvador. After falling behind on an opportunistic goal from El
Salvador, the Americans answered in dramatic fashion, as second-half
substitute Brian Ching and Kljestan netted late goals.
[more +]
> U.S. Soccer roster named for March 3rd match against the Netherlands
U.S. Men's National Team head coach Bob Bradley has named a 20 player
roster to face the Netherlands at Amsterdam ArenA on March 3 in the
team's final international fixture date before the 2010 FIFA
World Cup. Kickoff for the match is set for 2:30 p.m. ET with live
coverage on ESPN2 and Galavision. The team will debut their new Nike
away uniforms at this friendly.
[more +]
> MLS strike possibility looms as agreement expires
Major League Soccer's collective bargaining agreement expired Thursday
night after players balked at a third short-term extension. While the
union's decision left open the possibility of the league's first
strike, players said they won't walk off just yet. MLS
president Mark Abbott said last weekend that the league didn't plan to
lock out players and was prepared to start the season under the terms
and conditions of the old contract.
[more +]
> U.S. U-20 Women draw 1-1 with Germany at La Manga Cup in Spain
U.S. Under-20 Women's National Team forward Sydney Leroux scored in the
83rd minute and the young Americans were seconds away from defeating
the Germany U-20 Women's National Team before scoring an own goal one
minute into second half stoppage time. Local Tittany McCarty (Laurel,
Md.) started the game.
[more +]
> U.S. U-17 Men down Mexico 4-1 at Raymond James Stadium
The U.S. U-17 Men's National Team topped regional foe Mexico by a score
of 4-1, putting on a dominating performance at Raymond James Stadium as
part of a double header with the U.S. Men's National Team. The young
Americans used two goals from Kellen Gulley and one each from Alejandro
Guido and Marc Pelosi along with a tenacious defensive effort in the
victory.
[more +]
> PSW Video of the Week: GU16 FCV Cardinals and GU17 Freestate United
The latest installment of Potomac Soccer Wire's new weekly feature - PSW Video of the Week. This week we have highlights from the FCV Tournament match betweeen the GU16 FCV Cardinals and the GU17 Freestate United in November 2009 in order to prepare for the Disney Soccer Showcase.
[more +]
> State of Virginia may cut stipends for high school coaches
Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell has proposed to cut $130 million for
coaching stipends, sponsors of other extracurricular activities and
department chairpersons. This would make high school coaches volunteers
for the numerous hours and emotional commitment they give to their
players and schools, and could be detrimental to high school athletics
in Virginia.
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The U.S. Women's National Team scored two goals in two minutes during the second half and U.S. goalkeeper Hope Solo saved a penalty kick in both halves during a 2-0 victory against Iceland in its opening match of the 2010 Algarve Cup.
Former Baltimore Blast players Pat Ercoli and Cris Vaccaro will be inducted into the Baltimore Blast Hall of Fame on Saturday, March 6 and will be honored during halftime of Saturday's game against Monterrey La RaZa.
University of Virginia sophomore defender Hunter Jumper was named to the 2009 All-ACC Academic team.
The University of Maryland placed four student-athletes on the 2009 All-Atlantic Coast Conference Academic Men's Soccer Team: Senior Kevin Tangney, junior Jason Herrick, sophomore Casey Townsend and freshman Taylor Kemp.
Three members of the Virginia women's soccer team were named to the 2009 All-ACC Academic Women's Soccer Team: Junior midfielder Colleen Flanagan, junior forward Meghan Lenczyk (McLean, Va.) and freshman defender Morgan Stith.
Richmond Strikers' Heidi Waldenmaier has been chosen for the GU14 VCCL Select team that will participate in the Clearwater International Easter Tournament from April 2-4 in Florida.
Richmond Strikers' Elizabeth Ball was selected to travel with the Virginia ODP U14 team to Spain this spring.
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D.C. United is finishing up their pre-season training in Bradenton, Florida.
Check out USASA's Fall/Winter recap of 2010 Lamar Hunt US Open Cup qualifying.
The Baltimore Blast is bringing several world-renown sports legends to the Blast game on Friday, March 5. Chuck Hatcher, Sam Jones and Wali Jones will attend the Blast game against the Philadelphia KiXX and will broadcast their "Sports Inside and Out - Legends of Sports" Internet radio show.
The Hampton Roads Piranhas have selected Cesar Rizzo as the assistant coach of the W-League Piranhas for the 2010 season.
Junior Henry Tembon has transferred from the University of Virginia and has joined the Georgetown University men's soccer squad for his final year of eligibility.
Beach FC has named former ODU Assistant Coach Mark Waite as the Boys Director of Coaching.
The Richmond Kickers and Chesterfield United have formed a club/player development alliance.
Youth soccer tournaments have kicked tourism in Virginia into gear.
FC Frederick coach Mike Kennedy has been nominated by Redbook Magazine for "Hottest Husband of 2010." To vote for Mike, click here.
Check out Americans playing abroad in action this weekend.
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England National Team Drama: The U.S. Men's National Team has suffered numerous injuries during the World Cup build-up, but it's nothing compared to what England is going through. In addition to the injury of Ashley Cole, England is dealing with a sex scandal that could be tearing their team apart. John Terry was stripped of his captain's band after reportedly having an affair with teammate Wayne Bridge's girlfriend at the time and mother of his child. Now, Bridge is refusing a spot on the World Cup roster because he does not want to be in the same dressing room as Terry. What will happen when Chelsea (Terry's club) and Manchester City (Bridge's club) face off next week? How will all of the drama and injuries affect the first game of the World Cup between the US and England? We don't know, but it should be interesting to watch.
Mainstream Sports Media Will Have Field Day With MLS Strike: Soccer doesn't make its way into the mainstream sports media very often, and when it does, it's often in a mocking way. So what will happen in a World Cup year if the MLS goes on strike? With so many good stories in the soccer world, let's hope this isn't the only one the mainstream sports writers to latch onto.
Hege Riise Helping U.S. Women Now: One of the most well-known players from the U.S. Women's arch-rival Norway has switched sides. Hege Riise used to torment the WNT, and earned the Golden Ball in the 1995 World Cup when Norway famously knocked out the U.S. in the semifinals. Now she is a part of the U.S. WNT family as Pia Sundhage's assistant coach, and it seems respect and admiration for Riise has surpassed old rivalries.
Diski Dancing Their Way To The World Cup: The U12 97 Fusion girls from Falls Church, Va. have earned their way to the 2010 FIFA World Cup. The group won an online contest Diski dancing, and will be heading to South Africa this summer for soccer and sightseeing. Check out the FOX 5 video report about the team.
Soccer Players Forced To Choose - High School Or Academy: Most players try to play both high school and club soccer. However, in recent years, more and more prep coaches are losing elite players to soccer academies who don't allow their players to participate in high school soccer.
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=== TOURNAMENTS ===
> Prince William Courage Icebreaker Tournament
Prince William Courage will be hosting its annual Icebreaker Tournament
over two weekends this spring. The first weekend will be March 20-21
and will include U11 and U12 Boys only. The first weekend games will be
played on turf fields. The second weekend will be March 27-28 and will
include U9-U19 Girls as well as U9,U10, and U13-U19 Boys. The second
weekend will be played on both turf and quality grass surfaces. The
Icebreaker is one of the largest premier spring preason tournaments in
the Mid-Atlintic region. To register for the tournament go to
http://www.pwsi.org/Icebreaker/index_E.html
> Fredericksburg Cup: August 21-22 (Girls) and August 28-29 (Boys)
The Fredericksburg Cup is sponsored by the Fredericksburg Area Soccer
Association right in the heart of Virginia. The tournament's primary
goal is to provide an outstanding competitive venue for Mid-Atlantic
area teams to prepare them for fall division play. In order to
accomplish this, the Fredericksburg Cup has split to a boys and girls
weekend. Visit our website to apply @ www.fasasoccer.org
> 2010 FPYC Liberty Cup Invitational Deadline Extended to Feb 26
The 2010 Liberty Cup Invitational includes:
- Four games for ALL teams on 27-28 March
- Fairfax City and Fairfax County fields
- Nearly all games on artificial turf fields
- Price: $525 for U9-U11 teams, $625 for U12-U19 teams
- $75 discount for teams that played in the 2009 Liberty Cup
- 100% refund to any group canceled by weather or field conditions
Complete tournament details are available at www.fpycsoccer.org, including a tentative list of artificial turf field locations ("Updates" section). Please email any questions to travel.tournament@fpycsoccer.org.
=== CAMPS AND CLINICS ===
> Soccer the Brazilian Way Spring Break and Summer Residential Camp
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 Spring season with
STBW's Spring Break Camp, offered on all-weather turf fields at Long
Park in Haymarket. We offer 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.soccerfrombrazil.com You can register there or call us at 301-996-GOAL.
> Soccer Academy Girls College Recruiting Symposium: March 5-6
This event will include two training sessions and
an evening lecture presentation on the college recruiting process.
Parents and team coaches of players attending are welcome at all
sessions.
Jill Ellis - Head Coach UCLA, Head Coach U20 Women's National Team
Linda Hamilton - Head Coach U of North Florida, Former Women's National Team
John Daly - Head Coach William & Mary, Region 1 ODP Staff Coach
Friday, March 5 from 7:30pm until 9:00pm at the Holiday Inn - Dulles Expo in Chantilly
Saturday, March 6 from 10:00am-12:00pm & 3:00pm-5:00pm at Word of Grace (Old Redskin Park)
There will be a special session for current ODP
coaches of any level on Friday from 6:00-7.30pm. This is an ideal
chance for coaches to ask National team staff about the youth national
teams.
This great opportunity is available for only $115. Call 703-393-7961 to sign up today!
> Brit-Am Soccer Academy Soccer Camps 2010
Register now for Spring Break & Summer Camps at Maryland Soccerplex and other locations. We have a camp for all ages and every level of play from 3 - 18.
Visit us at www.brit-am.com for more information.
=== LEAGUES AND EVENTS ===
> It is summer at Champions Fieldhouse!
We have Montgomery Academy's Soccer Camp starting June 28th - July 2nd;
half and full day available. Challenger Soccer Camps at Champions
Fieldhouse, two sessions available; June 21st -June 25th, and August
2nd - August 6th. Mini-Kickers and mini-soccer will also be available
during these sessions. All of our camp information can be found at http://www.championsfieldhouse.com/camp_events.shtm or contact us
directly at (301) 838-7403.
> Fredericksburg Area Soccer Association TOPSoccer
FASA is one of a select few Soccer Clubs in all of Virginia that offers TOPSoccer. FASA
established a TOPSoccer Program in 2003 and will start our 8th year
this spring. Wherever soccer programs for kids with disabilities have
been implemented, they have proven to be one of the most popular
physical activities for these athletes - these kids love soccer! And
working with them is one of the most satisfying experiences a coach or
buddy (FASA youth players that work with the kids) can have. To learn more about FASA TOPSoccer visit our website @ www.fasasoccer.org
=== TRYOUTS ===
> Fredericksburg Area Soccer Association Super Y Update
All players interested in trying out, please email us @
supery@fasasoccer.org. You may be invited to attend an individual
practice to tryout, or may be scouted during an indoor game, upcoming
tournament, coaches recommendation, etc. These options will result in
additional roster spots will be offered on an ongoing basis (check
website often). Visit our Super Y Home Page for detailed information
and to register on line @ www.fasasoccer.org> Real Maryland Super Y League Tryouts Girls U14Real Maryland FC will be having final tryouts for their Super Y League U14 Girls team on March 10, 2010, 6:30pm-8-00pm MD Soccerplex Field #20A. Players born on or after Aug 1, 1995 are eligible for the Super Y League U14 Team. If interested, please send the information below to rlandismd@yahoo.com along with your Name, Current and Past Club/ODP/Super Y-League Teams, D.O.B., Age, Playing Experience, Position(s) Desired. Registration form and Release Form will be sent to you once e-mail is received. This must be turned in with 1) $50 registration fee (if you didn't pay it at the first tryout) and 2) two pictures (passport size). > NOVA FC, Majestics, and Royals Super Y Tryouts
Northern Virginia Football Club will be having tryouts for the summer
2010 season. There are boys and girls teams ranging from U13 - U20. The
summer league does not conflict with your current travel team's season.
The season runs from mid-June through first week of August. For more
information visit: http://novafc.org/1/index_E.html> Royals Continue Tryouts for 13th Season in USLPDL tryouts will be held on March 5th, 9th, 11th and 16th from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM The top U23 men's amateur league in North America lives in the USL Premier Development League (PDL) the development ground for elite players. The regular season will consist of 16 regular season matches, 8 home and 8 away. The schedule is augmented by participation in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, and various exhibitions. Players have the ability to compete in the PDL throughout the summer months in a professionalized setting while maintaining their collegiate eligibility. The league is the proving ground for players that aspire to reach the highest-levels of the game, while providing affordable family entertainment within their city. Pre registration is required, to register visit www.novafc.org or call 703-490-4988 === SOCCER JOBS ===
> Sports Writers Wanted for Regular Assignments During 2010 Season
Potomac Soccer Wire needs writers to cover the massive amount of soccer
going on in 2010 throughout Maryland, Virginia, and DC. Whether you're
just getting started as a writer and just looking for experience and a
place to get your stories published, or you're a seasoned professional
looking for a regular beat, we want to talk. All writers will be paid
for their stories. Match reports, features, columns, how-to articles,
and VIP
interviews are all on our editorial calender. Guest bloggers are also
on our list of wants. To apply for writing assignments, send your
writing resume, cover letter, and a sample of your writing to
jobs@potomacsoccerwire.com. To contribute as a guest blogger, send us a
link to your personal blog or professional profile and some information
about how often you'd like to contribute. Please do not call.
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Friday, February 26, 2010
2:30 PM: Schalke v Dortmund - LIVE - GolTV - Bundesliga
Saturday, February 27, 2010
7:45 AM: Chelsea v Man Utd - LIVE - ESPN2 - EPL
9:30 AM: Mainz v W.Bremen - LIVE - GolTV - Bundesliga
9:30 AM: Bolton v Wolves - LIVE - Setanta - EPL
10:00 AM: Birmingham v Wigan - LIVE - FSC - EPL
10:55 AM: Villarreal v Deportivo - LIVE - ESPN Deportes - La Liga
12:00 PM: Getafe v Zaragoza - LIVE - GolTV - La Liga
12:25 PM: Leverkusen v Cologne - LIVE - ESPN Deportes - Bundesliga
12:30 PM: Stoke City v Arsenal - LIVE - FSC - EPL
12:55 PM: Sevilla v A.Bilbao - LIVE - ESPN Deportes - La Liga
1:00 PM: Lyon v Nice - LIVE - Setanta - France
2:00 PM: Tenerife v Real Madrid - LIVE - GolTV - La Liga
2:30 PM: Lazio v Fiorentina - LIVE - FSC - Serie A
3:00 PM: Montpellier v Rennes - LIVE - Setanta - France
3:55 PM: Barcelona v Malaga - LIVE - ESPN Deportes - La Liga
4:55 PM: Puebla v Jaguares - LIVE - ESPN Deportes - Mexico
5:00 PM: Catania v Bari - LIVE - FSC - Serie A
6:00 PM: Queretaro v Santos - LIVE - Telefutura - Mexico
8:00 PM: Tigres v Morelia - LIVE - Mun2 - Mexico
8:00 PM: Guadalajara v San Luis - LIVE - Telemundo - Mexico
8:00 PM: Pachuca v Unam - LIVE - Telefutura - Mexico
Sunday, February 28, 2010
7:55 AM: Tottenham v Everton - LIVE - Setanta - EPL
8:25 AM: PSV v Rkc Waalwijk - LIVE - ESPN Deportes - Dutch Eredivisie
10:00 AM: Aston Villa v Man Utd - LIVE - Setanta - Carling Cup
10:00 AM: Liverpool v Blackburn - LIVE - FSC - EPL
11:30 AM: B.Munich v Hamburg - LIVE - GolTV - Bundesliga
12:00 PM: Sunderland v Fulham - DELAY - FSC - EPL
1:00 PM: Toluca v Indios - LIVE - Telemundo - Mexico
2:30 PM: Juventus v Palermo - LIVE - FSC - Serie A
3:00 PM: PSG v Marseille - LIVE - Setanta - France
3:00 PM: A.Madrid v Valencia - LIVE - GolTV - La Liga
5:00 PM: Santos v Corinthians - DELAY - GolTV - Brazil
5:00 PM: Milan v Atalanta - DELAY - FSC - Serie A
6:00 PM: Estudiantes v Club America - LIVE - Telefutura - Mexico
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
3:00 PM: Brazil v Ireland - LIVE - FSC - Friendly
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