Zak Boggs is on the verge of a big comeback. After playing for the USL PRO’s Charlotte Eagles in 2014, the Marietta, Ohio native has his sights set on a return to Major League Soccer (MLS) in 2015. Photo Credit: William Brown “From a physical standpoint, I’m fit and always improving on speed, quickness, and strength. Mentally, I’m in a constant state of readiness. I’m looking forward to the opportunity. I am ready to be given a chance. My goal is
Saturday saw the season’s largest crowd for the Dayton Dutch Lions, thanks to the appearance of world soccer legend Ruud Gullit and a new venue in West Carrollton. The crowd of nearly 900 was treated to a great night of soccer, a contest that ended in a 1-1 draw. Photo Credit: Jeff Gossel/ISNSoccer.com The first half contained both goals and a lot of back-and-forth action. The speed of play was lightning-quick as both sides tested the opposition’s goalkeeper. LA was the
Photo Credit: Brian Pio Eddie Herstenberg is a community-minded player that has become a star and fan favorite in both Cincinnati and Dayton, starring for the PASL Saints and the USL PRO Dutch Lions. He is one of those players that you build a team around, which is exactly what Dayton has done. Herstenberg is now one of the longest-tenured players on the team and his influence, as well as his passion and enthusiasm for the beautiful game, is felt each
The Dayton Dutch Lions FC (USL PRO) are proud to announce the return of three players for the 2014 season. Midfielder Eddie Herstenberg, goalkeeper Matt Williams, and midfielder Irakli Khutsidze have all re-signed with the club. “All three are players I am happy to see return,” Dayton Dutch Lions FC head coach Sid van Druenen commented. “Matt is one of the best goalkeepers in the league and Ika and Eddie are both very creative midfielders that fit our style of play
Defender Taylor Bowlin has signed with the Dayton Dutch Lions FC of USL PRO. Photo Credit: Braden Villanueva, Cal State Northridge Athletics “I saw Taylor at the USL PRO combine and was very impressed with his offensive capabilities as a full back,” Dayton Dutch Lions FC head coach Sid van Druenen commented. “He can play on the right and left and gives us quality depth in those positions.” The Lee’s Summit, Missouri native has a wealth of experience at different levels. His
The Dayton Dutch Lions are proud to announce the addition of an artificial playing surface to West Carrollton HS Stadium as part of an ongoing partnership with the West Carrollton City Schools. Photo Credit: Dayton Dutch Lions FC The Dutch Lions previously invested in two grass fields at the same location, but this purchase shows an even greater commitment to the local community and schools. It gives the Dutch Lions youth academy a lighted turf field, allowing them to play year-round.
The Dayton Dutch Lions FC (USL PRO) are proud to announce that the club has signed forward Yannick Smith. Photo Credit: ODU Sports Information Smith, a Hillsborough, NJ native, was a standout at Old Dominion University before turning professional in Finland’s Second Division with Narpes Kraft. “I am extremely excited about joining the Dayton Dutch Lions and hope I can get settled and help the team immediately,” Smith declared. “I hope we can play an attractive game and also compete in the
With the FIFA World Cup in Brazil just months away, the Dayton Dutch Lions (USL PRO) have added their own infusion of Brazilian talent with the signings of defender Matheus Diovany Pechim Dos Santos and forwards Jackson Beckham Diego Socrates da Silva de Jesus and Guilherme Ribeiro Felix. “Matheus brings a wealth of experience even at a young age,” Dayton Dutch Lions head coach Sid van Druenen remarked. “His experience as a Brazilian youth international and in the Netherlands with Eredivisie
The Dayton Dutch Lions FC (USL PRO) are proud to announce the return of goalkeeper Sean Teepen and forward Joseph Evan Broekhuizen. Teepen made one appearance for the Dayton in 2013, playing in front of 5,000 fans in Richmond against the Kickers. “Sean is a very talented goalkeeper with good presence in goal and has great shot stopping ability,” Dayton Dutch Lions head coach Sid van Druenen remarked. “He left a very good impression last season and will bring depth to our
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