Saturday, April 18, 2015

The Academy - MLS Insider Episode 6



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 == Potomac Soccer Wire - April 17, 2015 ==
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Issue Sponsor2015 Virginia Soccer Centers of Excellence
Under the Direction of U20 World Championship Head Coach, Steve Swanson
> U.S. Men defeat Mexico 2-0 on goals by Morris, Agudelo
> USWNT: Doing the same thing expecting different results, World Cup Edition
> Boxx in, Dunn out as Ellis unveils U.S. Women's World Cup roster
> Dure: Did Jill Ellis and U.S. Women find the right mix with their WC roster?
> Blog: Maureen Hendricks Field the perfect home for Washington Spirit
> Potomac Soccer Wire Best 11 Players: April 6-12, 2015
> Maryland State Cup U-14 to U-17 quarterfinals previews and predictions
> USSDA Northeast Division playoff race heating up
> Critical division match-ups coming for Potomac area ECNL teams
> With new location, age bracket, Headers for Hope still trucking in year 18
Notes and Boasts: U.S. U-18 Women, Emily Fox, Mia Gyau, Bethesda-Olney, Gabriel Segal, U.S. U-14 Boys, Hammers FC, U.S. Amateur Cup, Virginian Elite Showcase, D.C. United vs. Houston Dynamo, Richmond Kickers, Baltimore Blast, Billy Ronson, U.S. Soccer Foundation, Urban Soccer Symposium, Virginia State Cup, USYS National Youth License, Tottenham Hotspur to face MLS All-Stars at 2015 MLS All-Star Game in Denver, Blatter says Americas should have more World Cup places
 
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Tournaments40th Annual Virginian Elite Showcase - May 23-25Ralph Downey Memorial Classic - May 23-24Force Adidas Premier Showcase - A Generation Adidas Sponsored Event! July 24-26, Bethesda SC and Maryland SoccerPlex present Embassy Cup: June 19-21
 
Camps and Clinics: Soccer the Brazilian Way Summer 2015 Residential and Collegiate ID Camps, Two week, 10 Day College Soccer Prep and Conditioning Camp Hosted by MSA, Bethesda SC Summer Camp Programs 2015, Capital FC Summer Soccer Camp Offerings, July 2015, Victory Soccer Academy @ George Mason University, No. 1 Soccer Camps, America's Top Camp since 1977, 2015 Virginia Soccer Centers of Excellence, Potomac Soccer - FREE Clinic Boys and Girls U7/8 Development Academy, Loudoun Soccer College ID Camp: June 12 - 14Run the Red: Loudoun Soccer Speed & Agility Program, Developing the Mindset: Part of the Loudoun Summer Training Series, Top European scouts conducting talent ID Camp May 2nd - 3rd, in Wash., DC
 
Leagues and Events: McLean Youth Soccer - ECNL Information Session
   
Tryouts: Potomac Men's USL Super 20 Try Outs Announced, Annandale United FC tryouts start May 1, Elite u20, u23 Men's Trials in Washington, DC, Sunday April 19th
 
JobsMcLean Youth Soccer Seeking Qualified Coaches for Travel Program
 
  
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> U.S. Men defeat Mexico 2-0 on goals by Morris, Agudelo
The U.S. Men's National Team defeated archrival Mexico by a score line of 2-0 behind goals from Jordan Morris and Juan Agudelo in front of a sell-out crowd of 64,369.
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> USWNT: Doing the same thing expecting different results, World Cup Edition
Six months ago, when the U.S. Women's National Team was drawn into the Group of Difficulty, SoccerWire columnist Mark Shawhan asked whether we already knew the squad that Jill Ellis was going to take to Canada. Now we know for certain that, give or take a Boxx, the answer was yes he writes.
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> Boxx in, Dunn out as Ellis unveils U.S. Women's World Cup roster
With 55 days until the USA's opening match of the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup, U.S. Women's National Team head coach Jill Ellis has named the 23 players who will represent the United States on women's soccer's biggest stage, and her predictably veteran-heavy squad featured only a few mild surprises.
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> Dure: Did Jill Ellis and U.S. Women find the right mix with their WC roster?
Amid some extreme reactions to Tuesday's announcement of the U.S. Women's National Team roster for this summer's World Cup, Beau Dure takes a middle path as he analyzes the work that's been done by USWNT head coach Jill Ellis thus far.
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> Blog: Maureen Hendricks Field the perfect home for Washington Spirit
On the eve of the Washington Spirit's 2015 NWSL home opener against league champion FC Kansas City, columnist Joe Dougherty examines why the Maryland SoccerPlex's Maureen Hendricks Field provides the Spirit with an ideal home field advantage.
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> Potomac Soccer Wire Best 11 Players: April 6-12, 2015
Congratulations to this week's Potomac Soccer Wire Best 11 players, a list for the top performers across all youth travel soccer clubs based in DC and the states that touch the Potomac River.
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> Maryland State Cup U-14 to U-17 quarterfinals previews and predictions
The 2015 Maryland State Cup moves on to the quarterfinals this weekend as the field shrinks from an Elite Eight to a Final Four. SoccerWire.com has previews and predictions for the matches.
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> USSDA Northeast Division playoff race heating up
U.S. Soccer Development Academy clubs in the Potomac region have an eventful weekend ahead which includes tests against PDA and Everton FC Westchester, along with several high-stakes local match-ups in the Atlantic Division.
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> Critical division match-ups coming for Potomac area ECNL teams
Following the ECNL's annual San Diego Showcase last weekend, Potomac area clubs return to division play this weekend with some important match-ups as the regular season begins its home stretch.
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> With new location, age bracket, Headers for Hope still trucking in year 18
The Headers for Hope 2015 Women's Soccer Showcase marks another milestone this weekend as the charity tournament's 18th edition takes place in Ellicott City, Maryland, with matches between a bevy of top NCAA women's programs joined by an Under-15 age group.
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Under the Direction of U20 World Championship Head Coach, Steve Swanson

> 2015 Virginia Soccer Centers of Excellence
Work with some of the most experienced coaches in the country. 21 Consecutive NCAA Tournament Appearances. 2013 & 2014 College Cups.
June 28-July 1 Advanced Camp @ UVA (Charlottesville, VA) Grades 7-12
July 18-21 Advanced Camp @ Episcopal HS (Alexandria, VA) Grades 5-12 Session I
July 22-25 Advanced Camp @ Episcopal HS (Alexandria, VA) Grades 5-12 Session II
All camps are expected to fill to capacity. Register today to secure your spot @ www.virginiawomenssoccer.com.
 
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Local players Emily Fox (FC Virginia; Ashburn, Va.) and Mia Gyau (Bethesda Lions; Silver Spring, Md.) have been named to the U.S. Under-18 Women's National Team's roster for a training camp in Chula Vista, California, that will run from April 19-26. 
 
Bethesday-Olney forward Gabriel Segal will join the U.S. Under-14 Boys' National Team for the team's third camp of 2015.
 
The Hammers FC from Fairfax, Virginia defeated the Tartan Devils 3-2 in the Regional Round of the U.S. Amateur Cup. Hammers FC progresses to play New Jersey's state champion in the next round of the tournament's Region I bracket. 
 
The Virginia Elite Showcase has posted their list of accepted teams for the 2015 tournament. 
 
 
---- Notes ----

D.C. United has a chance to continue to build on its growing unbeaten streak at RFK Stadium when the Houston Dynamo visit on Saturday at 7pm.
 
The Richmond Kickers host USL expansion side Charlotte Independence at City Stadium tomorrow at 7pm.
 
The Baltimore Blast has posted information on the funeral/memorial services for Billy Ronson, which will take place on Tuesday, April 21.
 
The U.S. Soccer Foundation is hosting the Urban Soccer Symposium this weekend in Washington, DC.
 
VYSA has released the game schedule for Virginia State Cup games taking place tomorrow.
 
US Youth Soccer announced the 20th Anniversary of the National Youth License coaching course - first launched in 1995. The NYL has been renamed the National Youth Coaching Course to better define the opportunity to further educate coaches across the country.
 
 
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Tottenham Hotspur to face MLS All-Stars at 2015 MLS All-Star Game in Denver: Major League Soccer announced on Wednesday that Tottenham Hotspur will face the MLS All-Stars in the 2015 MLS All-Star Game.
 
Blatter says Americas should have more World Cup places: FIFA president Sepp Blatter called Thursday for American and Caribbean nations to get a fourth World Cup place as he stepped up his re-election drive. Addressing the CONCACAF Congress, Blatter said he believed that if the World Cup remained a 32-team event, teams from the region should be guaranteed four places.
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=== TOURNAMENTS ===

> 40th Annual Virginian Elite Showcase - May 23-25
Join teams from around the country at the Virginian in its 40th year. Open to boys and girls U9-U19 - college showcase levels at U16+ with 50 college coaches attending in 2014. Three days of games on 100 fields throughout Loudoun, Prince William, Arlington and Fairfax Counties, Va. Apply by April 15 - learn more and apply here.
 
> Ralph Downey Memorial Classic - May 23-24
End your spring season with 3 matches of excellent competition just minutes away from the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. Virginia Rush's best teams are no longer restricted under USSDA and ECNL restrictions and will be able to compete to help add an elite level bracket to every age group within the tournament. Come enjoy an growing event with strong competition, great weather, and amazing fields. Discounts given to clubs sending 5 or more teams. Apply by April 30, 2015. Learn more here.
 
> Force Adidas Premier Showcase - A Generation Adidas Sponsored Event! July 24-26
Travel to beautiful Cupertino, California (located just 25 minutes from Santa Cruz and 40 minutes from San Francisco) and compete in one of the fastest growing premier events in the country! We have secured 18 late generation turf field to provide some of the best playing surfaces available anywhere in the nation. Come play against the best in the West! Learn more here.
 
> Bethesda SC and Maryland SoccerPlex present Embassy Cup: June 19-21
The Bethesda Soccer Club, with over 30 years of sponsoring premier tournaments in the fall, in a partnership with the Maryland SoccerPlex Foundation, presents the Embassy Cup June 19-21, 2015. All games will be played primarily at the MD SoccerPlex, one of the top soccer facilities in the country. Embassy Cup offers Premier and Qualifier levels of competition and is open to U9-U19 teams. Learn more and register here.
 

=== CAMPS AND CLINICS ===
 
> Soccer the Brazilian Way Summer 2015 Residential and Collegiate ID Camps
Soccer the Brazilian Way, training home of Futsal and State Champions, is proud to announce their 2015 Residential and Collegiate ID soccer camps at Sweet Briar College and Episcopal HS. July 7-10 Boys, July 18-23 U9-U18 (boys and girls), July 25-27 (U14-U16G), July 27-29 (U16-U18G). Visit www.soccerfrombrazil.com for registration and more info. Train with the best. Spaces fill quickly.
 
> Two week, 10 Day College Soccer Prep and Conditioning Camp Hosted by MSA
Maryland Soccer Academy is pleased to announce its College Prep Camp geared towards incoming freshmen and returning college players. Our rigorous camp is designed to ensure that all athletes are in top physical form in anticipation of securing a starting roster spot, not just making the team. Limited to 40 players. Hosted in Landover, MD. Learn More.
 
> Bethesda SC Summer Camp Programs 2015
Join Bethesda's summer camp programs that focus on developing young players' technical abilities and enhance their tactical awareness of the game. The program is delivered by elite coaches and is targeted at U6-U14 aged players
(boys residential camps are from U9-U17). A variety of camps are offered: residential, full day, youth development, and attacking/finishing/GK elite series. Learn more and register now!
 
> Capital FC Summer Soccer Camp Offerings, July 2015
Capital Futbol Club summer soccer camps and ID camps, based in Washington, DC, accepts boys and girls 8 -18. Capital FC club and ID camps run in July. CFC camps are staffed by our former professional and collegiate players. Our ID camp features Dutch professional coaches from 1st Division FC Utrecht. Visit our website, www.capitalfc.org for information and to register.

> Victory Soccer Academy @ George Mason University
The George Mason Men's Soccer staff has as it's primary goal for the Victory Soccer Academy is to provide a challenging yet enjoyable week of soccer. This will be achieved in an environment of positive reinforcement, motivating field sessions, innovative teaching, fun games and contest, and a first class staff. We offer camps for players and teams of all ages. Learn more here.

> No. 1 Soccer Camps, America's Top Camp since 1977
The No. 1 Soccer Camp offers an incredible opportunity for field players and goalkeepers to challenge themselves. Based on our unique "Go to Goal" curriculum we offer a unique week of soccer education for field players and goalkeepers of every age and ability level. Local camp site locations are in Bethesda and Salisbury Md. Become No.1 on your team! Learn more here
 
> 2015 Virginia Soccer Centers of Excellence
Work with some of the most experienced coaches in the country. 21 Consecutive NCAA Tournament Appearances. 2013 & 2014 College Cups.
June 28-July 1 Advanced Camp @ UVA (Charlottesville, VA) Grades 7-12
July 18-21 Advanced Camp @ Episcopal HS (Alexandria, VA) Grades 5-12 Session I
July 22-25 Advanced Camp @ Episcopal HS (Alexandria, VA) Grades 5-12 Session II
All camps are expected to fill to capacity. Register today to secure your spot @ www.virginiawomenssoccer.com.
 
> Potomac Soccer - FREE Clinic Boys and Girls U7/8 Development Academy
Bring your friends and have FUN! Under 7/8 FREE CLINIC, SUNDAY APRIL 19TH & 26TH, 6:15-7:15PM CONNELLY SCHOOL OF THE HOLY CHILD, 9029 Bradly Blvd., Potomac, Maryland 20854 *Find out about our 10 month program * Boys and Girls Teams* 2 practices per week * Games Fall/Spring, Winter training* Play with friends make new ones! Register for Fall 2015 www.potomacsoccer.org
 
> Loudoun Soccer College ID Camp: June 12 - 14
The 2015 Loudoun Soccer Summer College Identification Camp is for players that are interested in playing college soccer. Each player will have the opportunity to work with and be evaluated by 6 different college coaches representing different colleges during the three days of camp. Limited to 36 players. Open to all Loudoun and non-Loudoun players, ages 15-18. Loudoun Soccer Park in Leesburg, VA. Learn more here.
 
> Run the Red: Loudoun Soccer Speed & Agility Program
Loudoun's Speed & Agility program is specifically designed to improve your pace and maximize your endurance while championing your ability to cut, turn, and change direction. Open to U13-U19 recreational and travel players. Sessions run June-July and July-August 8-9am. Cost: $225. Location: Loudoun Sports Park in Leesburg, VA. Learn more here.
 
> Developing the Mindset: Part of the Loudoun Summer Training Series
Loudoun's new Summer Training Series is a player development program designed to focus on individual player growth. Psychological and physical capabilities will be tested through a wide variety of playing opportunities. Each player will learn to analyze the game, synthesize, act, react, correct mistakes, and take calculated risks. Directed by Michael Green and Maurice Hughes. Sessions run June-July and July-August. Open to travel players, boys and girls U9-U14. Cost: $275. Location: Loudoun Sports Park in Leesburg, VA. Learn more here
 
> Top European scouts conducting talent ID Camp May 2nd - 3rd, in Wash., DC
On May 2nd - 3rd, Genova International School of Soccer (GISS) will bring top scouts from Europe to hold a talent identification camp (ID Camp) in Washington, D.C. Interested male players born 1994-2003 visit our website for more information and to register, www.GISSAmerica.com. Advance registration is required. No walk-ons will be allowed.
 
=== LEAGUES AND EVENTS ===
 
> McLean Youth Soccer - ECNL Information Session 
McLean ECNL will be holding an open informational session on Sunday, April 26, 7:30 pm at Longfellow Middle School (Lecture Hall), 2000 Westmoreland St, Falls Church, VA 22043. There will be a short presentation, followed by a question and answer session. Meeting is open to all. For further info, contact Mollie Maresco at maresco@aol.com, 703-772-2828

 
=== TRYOUTS ===
 
> Potomac Men's USL Super 20 Try Outs Announced
Potomac will once again field Men's Super 20 team. We are looking for talented players born August 1, 1994 and younger. Tryouts held at Lakelands Park Turf field, May 16 and 17th. League season will start late May through early July. Playoffs held at IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida. All trialists must pre-register through Blue Sombrero at www.potomacsoccer.org Questions? PotomacSoccerAssn@gmail.com
 
> Annandale United FC tryouts start May 1
Individual tryouts for boys & girls, ages 8-18, are May 1-June 30. Players can join any training session to see if they fit well into team and club. Official team tryouts are on Saturday, May 30 and June 6. For specific age groups, times and locations, visit www.annandaleunitedfc.com or call Trevor Parker (Boys), 703-966-2195 or Billy Blake (Girls), 571-733-6361.
 
> Elite u20, u23 Men's Trials in Washington, DC, Sunday April 19th
Elite u20, u23 Men's tryouts will be conducted in Washington, DC, April 19th, 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Team will play in either the EDP u20 or u23 division and eligible for US Open Cup qualification. DCPDA has direct connections to top European clubs for players' further training and development. For more information, contact, Whitney Minnis, @ Whitneym@dcpda.com 
 
 
=== JOBS ===
 
> McLean Youth Soccer Seeking Qualified Coaches for Travel Program
McLean Youth Soccer is currently seeking qualified applicants for coaching positions due to its expansion and yearly growth. This coach will be responsible a competitive team(s), including: conducting team practices and scheduled games/tournaments; developing game preparation; developing character and teamwork; recruiting prospective players; retaining players; maintaining community contacts. Interested coaches should submit resume and qualifications by May 20 to admin@mcleansoccer.org. 
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Friday April 17, 2015 
3:30 am: Wellington Phoenix vs. CC Mariners - Live - One World Sports - A-League
5:45 am: Newcastle Jets vs. Sydney FC - Live - One World Sports - A-League
2:30 pm: E.Frankfurt vs. B.M'Gladbach - Live - GolTV - Bundesliga
2:30 pm: Nantes vs. Marseille - Live - beIN Sports - France
7:00 pm: NY Red Bulls vs. SJ Earthquakes - Live - Univision Deportes - MLS
8:30 pm: Morelia vs. Cruz Azul - Live - ESPN Deportes - Mexico
9:30 pm: Chiapas vs. Veracruz - Live - Univision Deportes - Mexico 
10:30 pm: Tijuana vs. Guadalajara - Live - ESPN Deportes - Mexico
 
Saturday April 18, 2015 
3:00 am: W.Sydney Wanderers vs. Adelaide Utd - Live - Fox Sports 2 - A-League
5:30 am: Brisbane Roar vs. Melbourne Victory - Live - Fox Soccer Plus - A-League
7:15 am: Wolverhampton vs. Ipswich Town - Live - beIN Sports - English Champ.
9:30 am: Hoffenheim vs. B.Munich - Live - GolTV - Bundesliga
10:00 am: Everton vs. Burnley - Live - NBC Sports Network - EPL
10:00 am: Barcelona vs. Valencia - Live - beIN Sports - La Liga
11:00 am: Porto vs. Academica - Live - Univision Deportes - Portugal
12:20 pm: Reading vs. Arsenal - Live - Fox - FA Cup
12:30 pm: Chelsea vs. Man Utd - Live - NBC - EPL
12:30 pm: Augsburg vs. Stuttgart - Live - GolTV - Bundesliga
2:00 pm: Real Madrid vs. Malaga - Live - beIN Sports - La Liga
2:30 pm: Racing vs. Nacional - Live - GolTV - Uruguay
6:00 pm: America vs. Queretaro - Live - Univision Deportes - Mexico
6:00 pm: Puebla vs. Atlas - Live - ESPN Deportes - Mexico
7:00 pm: DC United vs. Houston Dynamo - Live - CSN Washington - MLS
7:00 pm: NY Cosmos vs. Tampa Bay Rowdies - Live - One World Sports - NASL
8:00 pm: Tigres UANL vs. Monterrey - Live - Univision Deportes - Mexico
9:00 pm: Leon vs. Toluca - Live - Telemundo - Mexico
 
Sunday April 19, 2015 
8:30 am: Man City vs. West Ham - Live - NBC Sports Network - EPL
10:00 am: Aston Villa vs. Liverpool - Live - Fox Sports 1 - FA Cup
11:00 am: Newcastle Utd vs. Tottenham - Live - CNBC - EPL
11:30 am: Wolfsburg vs. Schalke - Live - GolTV - Bundesliga
1:00 pm: Pumas UNAM vs. Santos Laguna - Live - Univision Deportes - Mexico
3:00 pm: Corinthians vs. Palmeiras - Live - GolTV - Brazil
5:00 pm: Philadelphia Union vs. NE Revolution - Live - ESPN2 - MLS
5:30 pm: Santos vs. Sao Paulo - Live - GolTV - Brazil
6:00 pm: Guadalajara vs. Pachuca - Live - Univision Deportes - Mexico
7:00 pm: NYC FC vs. Portland Timbers - Live - Fox Sports 1 - MLS
 
Monday April 20, 2015 
2:45 pm: Fiorentina vs. Verona - Live - beIN Sports - Serie A
 
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