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Post by epjr on Jul 29, 2012 20:06:57 GMT -6
Orlando Falls Against Stoke
Late first-half goal gives Premier League side 1-0 winOrlando City News Release -- www.orlandocitysoccer.comSaturday, July 28, 2012 ORLANDO, Fla. -- Orlando City Soccer Club fell 1-0 in an international friendly against the English Premier League’s Stoke City at the Florida Citrus Bowl in front of a rowdy 10,441 fans on Saturday night. A goal in stoppage time at the end of the first half put the Potters on top over the Lions. Despite the loss, Orlando City was praised for the quality of play and the crowd that showed for the friendly in Orlando. uslpro.uslsoccer.com/home/649215.html
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Post by epjr on Jul 29, 2012 21:13:32 GMT -6
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Post by epjr on Aug 26, 2012 19:14:52 GMT -6
USL PRO PLAYOFFS SCHEDULEQuarterfinalsSaturday, August 25 No.5 Wilmington Hammerheads at No.4 Richmond Kickers, 7 p.m. ET No.6 Harrisburg City Islanders at No.3 Charleston Battery, 7:30 p.m. ET SemifinalsFriday, August 31 Wilmington Hammerheads at No.1 Orlando City, 7:30 p.m. ET Charleston Battery at No.2 Rochester Rhinos, 7:35 p.m. ET For live updates : on Twitter (@uslpro) on Facebook ( www.facebook.com/USLPRO) uslpro.uslsoccer.com/home/655433.html
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Post by epjr on Aug 30, 2012 21:37:01 GMT -6
Phoenix to Join USL PRO in 2013
Team marks significant step in league’s westward expansionTAMPA, Fla. – USL PRO announced today it has awarded an expansion franchise to the Phoenix, Arizona market with the team commencing participation in the 2013 season. The franchise will be owned and operated by BDR Sports, LLC, a consortium of Phoenix-based investors led by local developer Tim Thomas. Rui Filipe Bento, a longtime Phoenix soccer entrepreneur with vast experience in professional club management, will serve as its General Manager uslpro.uslsoccer.com/home/641849.html
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Post by epjr on Sept 2, 2012 19:08:13 GMT -6
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Post by epjr on Sept 4, 2012 19:24:36 GMT -6
All-League Teams Announced USL PRO's top performers selected by team managementTuesday, September 4, 2012 TAMPA, Fla. – USL PRO honored the top performers from the 2012 regular season today, naming the All-League First and Second Teams as chosen through a vote of team management. 2012 USL PRO All-League First TeamGK – Kristian Nicht, Rochester Rhinos D – Josh Rife, Charlotte Eagles D – Troy Roberts, Rochester Rhinos D – Rob Valentino, Orlando City D – William Yomby, Richmond Kickers MF – J.C. Banks, Rochester Rhinos MF – Kevin Molino, Orlando City MF – Nicki Paterson, Charleston Battery F – Dennis Chin, Orlando City F – Jose Cuevas, Charleston Battery F – Corey Hertzog, Wilmington Hammerheads 2012 USL PRO All-League Second TeamGK – Miguel Gallardo, Orlando City D – Kieron Bernard, Orlando City D – Erlys Garcia, Los Angeles Blues D – Quentin Griffith, Antigua Barracuda D – Jerome Mechack, Orlando City MF – Joel DeLass, Dayton Dutch Lions MF – Matt Kassel, Pittsburgh Riverhounds MF – Bryce Taylor, Wilmington Hammerheads F – Bright d**e, Los Angeles Blues F – Matt Luzunaris, Orlando City F – Lucky Mkosana, Harrisburg City Islanders uslpro.uslsoccer.com/home/660191.html
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Post by epjr on Sept 7, 2012 20:41:40 GMT -6
Phoenix Announces Name and LogoNewest USL PRO franchise to begin play in 2013Friday, September 7, 2012 PHOENIX, AZ - The next entry into Phoenix’s professional sports franchise market is Phoenix FC, an expansion franchise in USL PRO, the strongest, best operated and most experienced North American men’s professional soccer league below MLS. BDR Sports, LLC, owners of the new franchise, are proud to announce that the Phoenix-based team will begin play during the 2013 season under the name Phoenix FC (Football Club), whose mascot will be the Wolves. Phoenix FC will be comprised of well-known international soccer players, as well as talent from both the national and local levels. Beginning on September 21, 2012, the club will hold several team tryouts in metro Phoenix for players looking to break through to the professional arena. Information about Phoenix FC can be readily accessed at: www.PhoenixFC.com. www.Facebook.com/PhoenixFCWolves www.Twitter.com/PhoenixFCWolves
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Post by epjr on Sept 8, 2012 8:54:39 GMT -6
USL PRO Awards Winners Announced
Orlando, Rochester, Charleston take individual awardsFriday, September 7, 2012 TAMPA, Fla. – USL PRO honored its top performers of the season today, announcing the Most Valuable Player, Rookie of the Year, Defender of the Year, Goalkeeper of the Year and Coach of the Year from the 2012 season. The winners were announced at an awards ceremony in Charleston, South Carolina, site of Saturday’s USL PRO Championship Game featuring the Charleston Battery and Wilmington Hammerheads at Blackbaud Stadium. Voting for the awards was conducted by league coaches and managers. Mo st Valuable Player – Kevin Molino, Orlando CityThe Trinidad and Tobago international claimed MVP honors after a standout season that saw him act as a catalyst for an Orlando side that led USL PRO with 50 goals, an average of more than 2.5 per game. Molino himself finished second in the league with seven assists, adding three goals, but in addition his ability to stretch the field against opposing defenses made him the key figure for the Lions’ attack all season. Rookie of the Year – Jose Cuevas, Charleston BatteryA season after starring in the PDL for the Fresno Fuego, Cuevas brought creativity and versatility to the Battery’s attack throughout the season. Playing as both a forward, and at times an attacking midfielder, Cuevas led all rookies with 18 points, scoring seven goals and adding four assists, as he helped the Battery finish third in the USL PRO regular season. Coach of the Year – Adrian Heath, Orlando CityNamed Coach of the Year for the second consecutive season, Heath’s ability to motivate and get the most out of his roster led to the Lions falling just once in the USL PRO regular season. Orlando has now gone undefeated at the Florida Citrus Bowl in the past two regular seasons, with Heath also helping fulfill the potential of the league’s leading scorer Dennis Chin in his second professional season. Defender of the Year – Troy Roberts, Rochester RhinosCalm and in control at the heart of the Rhinos’ defense, Troy Roberts had another exceptional season in 2012. Named to the USL PRO All-League defense for the second consecutive season, Roberts played every minute of every game as the Rhinos conceded an average of less than a goal per game. Goalkeeper of the Year – Kristian Nicht, Rochester RhinosIn his first season in North America, the German standout put in a remarkable run to open the USL PRO season, recording six consecutive shutouts. Nicht continued his outstanding play throughout the remainder of the season, finishing the season with the league lead in shutouts (11), second in goals-against average (0.909) and fourth in total saves (86). uslpro.uslsoccer.com/home/661366.html
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Post by epjr on Sept 8, 2012 20:54:41 GMT -6
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Post by epjr on Sept 29, 2012 14:32:07 GMT -6
Phoenix FC Announces First Signing
Former Aberdeen forward Darren Mackie joins WolvesPhoenix FC News Release -- www.phoenixcitysoccer.comFriday, September 28, 2012 PHOENIX, Ariz. -- Phoenix FC, Arizona’s premier professional soccer franchise, is proud to announce that it has signed its first professional player to a one-year contract for the team’s upcoming inaugural season, former Aberdeen FC forward Darren Mackie. A renowned Scottish Premier League veteran, Mackie has competed in 364 total matches over 14 years with Aberdeen FC, and has scored 69 goals in his career. "We are thrilled to come to an agreement with Darren knowing that he possesses outstanding qualities on and off the field," said Phoenix FC Head Coach David Robertson. "With Darren’s leadership and experience, Phoenix FC is positioned to immediately compete for a USL PRO Championship." uslpro.uslsoccer.com/home/667415.html
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Post by epjr on Dec 4, 2012 20:32:28 GMT -6
Sacramento to Join USL PRO in 2014
League’s westward expansion gains steamMonday, December 3, 2012 TAMPA, Fla. – USL PRO announced today that an expansion franchise in Sacramento, California will join the league for the 2014 season. The announcement was made at a news conference in Sacramento. Warren Smith, SVP of Business Development for Clean World Partners and co-founder of the Sacramento Rivercats (MILB), will lead the new franchise. “USL PRO is thrilled to expand into Sacramento for the 2014 season,” USL President Tim Holt said. “With Phoenix FC Wolves joining the league in 2013 and the Los Angeles Blues having already developed a successful presence in Southern California, Sacramento represents yet another significant step towards our objective of achieving a regionalized competition approach in the West. This remains a fundamental aspect of a USL PRO business model which is resonating with prospective team owners as the most sustainable for professional soccer at levels which support MLS. Warren Smith is a widely-respected and highly-accomplished figure in the Sacramento sports community and has presented a very impressive vision for professional soccer in Sacramento. By partnering with him we know USL PRO will be successful in Sacramento for many years to come.” uslpro.uslsoccer.com/home/681094.html
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Post by epjr on Dec 8, 2012 22:44:19 GMT -6
Challenge Cup Schedule Announced
Battery to host Fire, Dynamo, Whitecaps
Charleston Battery News Release -- www.charlestonbattery.com2013 Carolina Challenge CupSaturday, February 16 Chicago Fire vs. Houston Dynamo, 5 p.m. Charleston Battery vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC, 7:15 p.m. Wednesday, February 20 Houston Dynamo vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC, 5 p.m. Charleston Battery vs. Chicago Fire, 7:15 p.m. Saturday, February 23 Chicago Fire vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC, 5 p.m. Charleston Battery vs. Houston Dynamo, 7:15 p.m.
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Post by epjr on Dec 10, 2012 13:38:43 GMT -6
VSI Announces Open Tryouts Two sessions scheduled for December, JanuaryVSI Tampa Bay FC News Release -- www.vsi-fc.comWednesday, December 5, 2012 TAMPA, Fla. -- With the club's inaugural USL PRO season on the horizon, VSI Tampa Bay FC is pleased to announce two open tryouts for eligible college seniors, qualified free agents and talented amateur players that are seeking a professional contract. Each open tryout has limited space. Participants in the trials will showcase their talents in small-sided games and 11v11 games. The first tryout will take place on December 22, 2012. The cost for this tryout is $75 if you register before December 10, 2012 and $100 after December 10, 2012. The second tryout will take place on January 12-13, 2013. The cost is $125 if you register before December 19, 2012 and $150 after December 19, 2012. uslpro.uslsoccer.com/home/681694.htmlVSI Tampa Names Weston As Coach
Will lead club's USL PRO side for inaugural seasonVSI Tampa Bay FC News Release -- www.vsi-fc.comWednesday, November 21, 2012 TAMPA, Fla. - VSI Tampa Bay FC announced today the appointment of Matt Weston as head coach of its USL PRO team. Weston, a former professional player in the UK with Ipswich Town, moved to the U.S. in 2006 to pursue a player/coaching career and has quickly established himself as one of the brightest, young, up-and-coming coaches. Last season Weston led the Ocala Stampede to the PDL Southeast Division title in the club’s inaugural season, and impressed the VSI management with his team performances and entertaining style of play. uslpro.uslsoccer.com/home/679332.html
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Post by epjr on Dec 18, 2012 19:58:59 GMT -6
Orlando City To Face AS Roma
USL PRO side to host Italian giants on January 2Orlando City News Release -- www.orlandocitysoccer.comORLANDO, Fla. -- Orlando City SC announced a friendly against Italian club A.S. Roma on January 2 at Rollins College and showed fans early renderings of a proposed multi-purpose stadium that would serve as City’s Major League Soccer facility Tuesday night. More than 250 supporters packed Harry Buffalo in downtown Orlando for updates on the franchise as it continues its journey to bringing a Major League Soccer franchise to Central Florida. uslpro.uslsoccer.com/home/683068.html
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Post by epjr on Jan 3, 2013 21:40:03 GMT -6
Roma Takes Victory Against Orlando Serie A power defeats USL PRO side 5-0 in learning experience[/B][/COLOR] Orlando City News Release -- www.orlandocitysoccer.comWednesday, January 2, 2013 WINTER PARK, Fla. – Orlando City kicked off the new year in style, playing a friendly against three-time Serie A champion A.S. Roma in the 2013 preseason opener. Despite the 5-0 scoreline, the Lions impressed the sellout crowd at Barker Family Stadium in Winter Park, Fla., keeping up with worldwide stars like Michael Bradley, Francesco Totti and Maarten Stekelenburg in a game that the team hopes to be a springboard to a successful 2013 season. “It’s been a really good experience for everyone,” said Orlando City Head Coach Adrian Heath. “It’s a huge eye-opener to what the next level of soccer is for everyone on the team.” uslpro.uslsoccer.com/home/685804.html
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