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
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
NEW BRAND, CONFERENCE, AND LOGO FOR SILVERBACKS IN 2016 The Atlanta Silverbacks Reserves, which played last season in the NPSL’s Southeast Conference, will now simply be known as the Atlanta Silverbacks. The team will move to the NPSL’s South Atlantic Conference. Photo Courtesy of the Atlanta Silverbacks The new Atlanta Silverbacks ownership group will include Boris Jerkunica, John Latham, John Hardin, United Futbol Academy (UFA), and A+ Sports Management Group (A+). UFA and A+ will assume the operations of the Atlanta Silverbacks,
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
When you think of the average American 15-year-old, you think of someone who attends concerts, goes on dates, and hangs out with friends. Some take part in high school sports and others play in traveling teams, but it’s rare that a teenager chooses to spend the majority of his or her time practicing. Photos Provided by the Mujic Family Even rarer still is to see a 15-year old playing in a semi-professional team. However, Frankie Mujic is no ordinary teenager. In
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
When one thinks of Southern California, palm trees, sunshine, and the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles comes to mind. But out on the beautiful California coast, amidst the glitz and glamour of Hollywood is one of the United States’ best soccer minds. Edi Mujic, the head coach of the LA Hotspur F.C., has brought a touch of home with him stateside in hopes of changing U.S. soccer culture. Photos Courtesy of Edi Mujic Mujic, born in Croatia on the Dalmatian
Del Rey City SC is proud to announce a partnership with Los Angeles area auto dealer Bunnin Chevrolet. The agreement will make Bunnin Chevrolet the title and jersey sponsor for the 2014 Women’s Premier Soccer League (WPSL) season. “I’m excited to have Bunnin Chevrolet as the jersey sponsor for our women’s WPSL team,” Del Rey City SC Owner/President Brian Perez remarked. “It is exactly the kind of sponsor we were looking to find: a well-known business and brand local to Los
Everyone agrees that Brazil’s Marta is among the greatest players in the history of women’s soccer. What everyone can’t agree on is quite simple: Who is the next Marta? We’re talking about a player that is the best at every level, whether playing for club or country. We’re talking about a player that can inspire a whole generation of female footballers. Photo Courtesy of the Mujic Family To find this special player and “the next big thing,” we have to travel
