The Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup is a competition of hopes and dreams, a tournament where anything can happen and sometimes does. It is where amateur clubs fight to face off against NASL and MLS teams, and sometimes even win. In 2012 Eric Wynalda’s Cal FC took a mix of former pros and college stars deeper into the tourney than any amateur club in recent history, beating the Wilmington Hammerheads and Portland Timbers during the incredible run. The Timbers fell 1-0
AFC Cleveland is proud to announce the return of three players from the 2013 NPSL squad. Goalkeeper Anthony Flowers joins midfielders Ty Smith and Tom Beck on the 2014 NPSL squad for the Royals. Photo Credit: Frank Agin Flowers, a 2014 Wright State University commit, comes to Cleveland from New Albany, OH. Flowers broke New Albany HS records for GAA (goals against average), shutouts, and best overall record during his senior season. “After being primarily on the developmental side of AFC Cleveland
Photo Credit: Mike Mulloy, TSS Photography AFC Cleveland is proud to the signing of midfielder Antonio Manfut, who was most recently a player with the Syracuse Silver Knights of the Major Indoor Soccer League (MISL). “Antonio is a talented young player with a wealth of experience,” AFC Cleveland assistant coach Aaron McGuiness stated. “We are really looking forward to the attacking options he will bring to the squad.” The Maple Heights, OH native made 28 appearances for the Silver Knights, registering seven
AFC Cleveland is proud to announce a partnership with Cleveland Metroparks. The AFC Cleveland and Cleveland Metroparks partnership will continue throughout the year with joint marketing activities and promotions. The agreement has both sides working together to promote the sport of FootGolf, a hybrid of soccer and golf, at two Cleveland Metroparks’ golf courses. FootGolf will be coming to Mastick Woods and Shawnee Hills Golf Courses beginning April 12 and AFC Cleveland will be at Mastick Woods to get things started. “We’re
AFC Cleveland is proud to announce that goalkeepers Alex Ivanov and Spencer Semple as well as forward Jordan Semple have signed with the club for the 2014 National Premier Soccer League (NPSL) season. Photo Credit: Brent Durken/ISNSoccer.com Ivanov returns to the Royals after spending the 2013 NPSL season with the club. The Strongsville, OH native is a standout with The Ohio State University men’s soccer program, finishing the 2013 collegiate season with 110 saves and a 0.88 save percentage. This would
This May, the Virginia Legacy Soccer Club will kick off an exciting summer of soccer action as they make their debut in the National Premier Soccer League (NPSL). While the world’s soccer superstars are competing for the FIFA World Cup in Brazil, the top local talent will be bringing the fast-paced, exciting soccer action to the Williamsburg and Newport News communities. For the past 38 years, it has been the mission of the Virginia Legacy Soccer Club to provide fun, dynamic
The NPSL’s West Region has completed yet another exciting and successful weekend of play. FC Hasental defeated FC Santa Clarita Storm 4-1 in their second game of the 2014 NPSL season. Two goals from Armando Gaitan as well as a goal a piece from Alberto Anguiano and Agustin Cazarez sealed the victory for the home side. “We lacked movement in the final third, but our buildup and consolidation play was fun to watch,” FCH head coach Eric Warner remarked. Photo Credit: San
AFC Cleveland is proud to announce the return of forward Vinny Bell for the 2014 National Premier Soccer League (NPSL) season. Photo Credit: Pam Moody/ISNSoccer.com “I’m delighted that we have once again been able to sign Vinny as I feel that he brings a presence to the organization both on and off the field that is invaluable,” AFC Cleveland head coach Andy Hoggarth commented. “As a player and a person Vinny is first class and will continue to help us to
Tampa Marauders F.C. has announced a partnership with the Tampa Bay Times newspaper. The sponsorship will see the Tampa Bay Times become a corporate partner of the team. The Times logo will appear on the Marauders jersey along with Provident Resorts, the team’s title sponsor. The Times continue their support of Tampa Bay area sports as they are already the stadium sponsor for the Tampa Bay Times Forum, home of the NHL’s Tampa Bay Lightning. Kevin Hickling, President of Tampa Marauders F.C., was very excited with the
