The Charlotte Independence defeated the Richmond Kickers Friday with a 3-2 win at the Ramblewood Stadium. The match started a bit slow for the Independence, and things did not look good when Richmond player Sunny Jane made the first goal in the 20th minute. The Independence was able to get back on their feet with a goal from forward Caleb Calvert, which evened out the first half to 1-1. The second half saw a more energetic and determined Independence. Midfielder Enzo
The Dayton Dutch Lions FC are extremely excited to announce an extended partnership with one of Dayton’s most recognized brands, Mikesell’s Snack Food Company. Photo Credit: Dayton Dutch Lions FC The partnership renewal is for two years and will include Mikesell’s logo on the sleeve of the men’s and women’s jersey. This will be the sixth consecutive year that Mikesell’s Snack Food Company will be a sponsor of the soccer club. “When you think of Dayton companies, Mikesell’s is one that quickly
The Charlotte Independence held on for a 3-2 win over the Charleston Battery at Ramblewood Stadium on Saturday night. Enzo Martinez and Brian Brown gave the Independence a 2-0 halftime lead, while substitute Jorge Herrera added a third goal after the break. But late goals from the Battery’s Romario Williams and Justin Portillo made for a dramatic conclusion, which required the Wells Fargo Save of the Game by Independence goalkeeper Cody Mizell in stoppage time. “We should’ve seen the game out
The Charlotte Independence dropped the first leg of the Queen City Cup Challenge to FC Cincinnati 2-1 at Nippert Stadium in Ohio on Saturday, April 9. FC Cincinnati was strong in the attack, scoring the first two goals of the game. The Independence seemed to be making an exciting comeback in the late minutes, yet fell just short as they were unable to create enough opportunities to offset the FCC defense. Photo Credit: FC Cincinnati The Independence began the first half with early momentum, creating opportunities and
The Charlotte Independence today officially announced the signing of 23-year-old defender Joel Johnson. He is the 12th new player to reach agreement with the Independence for 2016, and brings the current roster of contracted players up to 21. Born in Torrent, Valencia to a Liberian father and Spanish mother, Johnson was a product of Valencia CF’s youth system. He made his senior debut at just 17 years old, appearing with the B-team in the third division. Johnson made 69 appearances with Valencia B from 2009-2012, recording 3,440
Volesky’s early goal stands up despite Hounds pressure The Pittsburgh Riverhounds put up a great fight against the defending champion Rochester Rhinos in their United Soccer League season opener Saturday night only to fall to Christian Volesky’s early goal. Volesky raced behind the Hounds’ defense on seven minutes before lobbing Hunter Gilstrap to secure three points for the visitors. The Hounds responded with lengthy spells of possession and a succession of second-half chances without managing to find a way past Rhinos goalkeeper Adam
Jackson Eskay, who led the FC Frederick NPSL squad in assists in 2015, signed a professional contract with the Richmond Kickers of the USL last week. “Jackson’s signing is another positive example of what can happen when you attend our tryouts,” Richmond Kickers Director of Soccer Leigh Cowlishaw commented. “He made an immediate impact at the event and continued to impress when he joined the squad full time.” Photo Credit: James Loving/Richmond Kickers Eskay, a senior midfielder at William & Mary, was
Late Campbell own goal gives hosts 1-0 win The Pittsburgh Riverhounds conceded a late own goal to drop to a 1-0 loss against the University of Akron in the club’s fourth preseason game at FirstEnergy Stadium – Cub Cadet Field Friday afternoon. Jamaican defender Sergio Campbell had the misfortune of seeing his header elude substitute goalkeeper Mauricio Vargas with three minutes of the game remaining. Photo Credit: Richard Kruszynski/ISNSoccer.com The Hounds drop to a 2-2 record against college opponents this preseason following wins
The Pittsburgh Riverhounds have received Ben Swanson and Marshall Hollingsworth on loan from Columbus Crew SC. The midfielders are the first players loaned to the Hounds under the club’s new affiliate partnership with Columbus. Crew SC retains the option to recall either player at any point during Major League Soccer’s regular season subject to roster compliance guidelines. “We’re fortunate to get Ben and Marshall on loan,” said Riverhounds head coach Mark Steffens. “The Columbus coaching staff feels that both of them will