Columbus Eagles

Ogden Set to Lead Columbus Eagles FC

Photo Credit: Ralph Schudel When former Columbus Eagles FC head coach Daniel Seiffert departed the club at the conclusion of the WPSL season this summer, many wondered who would step up and fill the vacant head coaching position. Several prominent names from around Central Ohio came up in conversation, but one name stuck out to the Eagles front office. That name was current Capital University Women’s Soccer coach Matt Ogden. The Preston, England, native came highly recommended from numerous current players

Ralph Schudel
18.12.2018
WPSL

Für die Liebe zum Spiel (For the Love of the Game)

Photo Credit: Ralph Schudel It’s a warm Tuesday night in early May, Micaela Powers prepares to clock out from another busy day at her job in tech sales. She heads home to gather her equipment and begin the ritual of commuting to another training session with the Columbus Eagles. She found her way to the Women’s Premier Soccer League (WPSL) franchise in mid-March after finishing her playing career at the University of Wisconsin in 2016. According to the former Badger, she

Ralph Schudel
22.06.2018
WPSL

The Lisa Nouanesengsy Story: Tragedy, Inspiration, and the Beautiful Game

Photo Credit: Ken Tishenkel/ISNSoccer.com ESPN’s E:60 series is known for great human-interest features, inspirational stories about athletes that move viewers, often to tears. Lisa Nouanesengsy’s story is certainly an inspirational one worthy of ESPN’s attention. It is a true reminder of her character and work on and off the pitch, a story of sportsmanship lived out in everyday life. Nouanesengsy is a standout soccer player, best known for her time at Indiana University, whose life has been touched by tragedy. What

Editor
24.06.2017
WPSL

Columbus Eagles FC Come Back to Notch 2-1 Victory over Michigan Lions

Two second-half goals propelled the Columbus Eagles FC over the Michigan Lions on Sunday. “They just came out and said ‘we aren’t going to lose today,’” Eagles head coach Mark Wise said about his team after the match. The Eagles controlled most of the action in the first half and kept the pressure on Michigan and challenged goalkeeper Lindsey Armstrong, who came up with multiples saves throughout the first half to keep the score even. The Eagles found their best chance on a

Daniel Cermak
05.07.2015
WPSL

Columbus Eagles FC Fall to Undefeated Motor City FC 2-0

Columbus Eagles FC lost at home to Motor City FC 2-0 on Sunday. Photo Credit: Kevin Cross/ISNSoccer.com The beginning of the game was welcomed nearly an hour from the scheduled start as miscommunication led to the referees not arriving on time, and Eagles head coach Mark Wise needed to find replacements. Two replacements were found nearby in the Lewis Center area and a third was found where else but the stands, as the father of an Eagles player is a certified

Daniel Cermak
28.06.2015
WPSL

Both Sides Fail to Finish as Columbus Eagles FC and Ohio Sirens FC Draw at 0-0 in Friendly

Both rain and goals were somewhat surprisingly absent Sunday, a cloudy and gusty afternoon where the Columbus Eagles and Ohio Sirens battled to a 0-0 tie in a friendly despite each team having chances to pull ahead. “We have to finish,” Eagles head coach Mark Wise said after the match. After an 0-2-0 start, including a 10-0 loss at the hands of FC Indiana just a week prior, Wise was satisfied with a draw. “Considering what happened last week, I’m pleased with today’s

Daniel Cermak
31.05.2015
WPSL

Season Review: Columbus Eagles (WPSL)

The inaugural season for the Columbus Eagles of the WPSL is over, but the Eagles and head coach Mark Wise have much to look forward to in the future. Even after finishing the last season winless, Wise was very optimistic about his team’s continued drive for excellence. Heading into the summer of 2014, the Eagles were not quite sure of the level of competition. Being in their first season in the WPSL, Wise along with his team had to prepare quickly

Matt Shisler
31.07.2014
WPSL

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