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> Dempsey leads U.S. Men to 2-1 Gold Cup win over Honduras > U.S. Men continue Gold Cup vs. Haiti tonight > Enormous turnout as Women's World Cup champs hit NYC for victory parade > President Obama congratulates U.S. Women after World Cup win > DC's RFK Stadium to host U.S. Men vs. Peru on September 4 > U.S. Soccer Development Academy semifinals match-ups set > ECNL National Finals previews - teams kick off next Tuesday > US Youth Soccer National Presidents Cup kicks off in Kansas |
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> Dempsey leads U.S. Men to 2-1 Gold Cup win over Honduras
The U.S. Men's National Team began its quest to defend its Gold Cup title with a 2-1 win against Honduras in front of a sell-out crowd of 22,357 at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas.
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> U.S. Men continue Gold Cup vs. Haiti tonight
The United States Men's National Team's title defense continues against Haiti on Friday, July 10 at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. Kickoff is set for 8:30pm ET.
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> Enormous turnout as Women's World Cup champs hit NYC for victory parade
The U.S. Women's National Team were hailed by thousands of fans and well-wishers in downtown Manhattan on Friday, as New York hosted a victory parade through the "Canyon of Heroes" - today rebranded the "Canyon of Heroines" - in honor of their Women's World Cup championship run.
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> President Obama congratulates U.S. Women after World Cup win
The White House has released a rare look into a presidential phone call to a winning sports team with the release of the following video record of his Monday morning wake-up call to the U.S. Women's National Team following their historic World Cup win over Japan on Sunday.
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> DC's RFK Stadium to host U.S. Men vs. Peru on September 4
The U.S. Men's National Team will return to RFK Stadium, where it has played more than any other venue in the world, to face Peru on Friday, Sept. 4 at 7pm ET.
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> U.S. Soccer Development Academy semifinals match-ups set
The U.S. Soccer Development Academy semifinal matches have been decided, as four U-15/16 teams and four U-17/18 squads have stamped their tickets to the StubHub Center in Carson, Calif. for the final rounds of the Academy playoffs.
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> ECNL National Finals previews - teams kick off next Tuesday
The ECNL National Finals are coming up quickly, kicking off July 14 in Richmond, Va. As we await the 'Rivah Draw' we take a look at the teams that will be contending for their age group Champions League titles.
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> US Youth Soccer National Presidents Cup kicks off in Kansas
The US Youth Soccer National Presidents Cup kicked off Thursday at the Scheels Overland Park Soccer Complex in Overland Park, Kan. One local team has already earned a victory in the competition.
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The National Soccer Coaches Association of America announced 13 boys and 26 girls as 2015 NSCAA High School Winter-Spring All-America selections. Several Potomac area players have made the list. The Daily Press has announced their 2015 Soccer All-Stars for the local high school season, and 18 Virginia Legacy players were selected. Capital FC's rising U-14 boys spent the last week touring Spain and playing against local teams in the Barcelona area, where they won all four matches they played.
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The U.S. Under-18 Men's National Team's first domestic training camp of the year is underway in Carson, California. The camp, which runs from July 6-14, will also see the team participate in the 2015 U-18 Men's NTC Invitational Tournament. Major League Soccer announced this week that each MLS club will receive $100,000 per year for the next five years ($500,000 total) in additional funds to invest in their roster outside of the player salary budget. The Richmond Kickers conclude a three-game road stand when they travel to Saint Louis FC tomorrow. Kickoff is set for 8:30 p.m., broadcast live from St. Louis Park on YouTube.com/RichmondKickers. FC Frederick faces current first-place Fredericksburg FC in NPSL action tonight at 6pm at Hood College, then completes its season Sunday at current third-place Chesterfield United. Maryland men's soccer head coach Sasho Cirovski has added two more players to an already stellar 2015 recruiting class with the signing of Cody Albrecht and Paul Bin, the program announced Wednesday. Virginia Tech head women's soccer coach Chugger Adair has announced the 2015 schedule, a challenging slate that features six teams that competed in the 2014 NCAA Tournament. VMI women's soccer has promoted long-time volunteer assistant coach LT Kristen Laraway to assistant coach and has also added Kelly Bergmann as the program's new volunteer assistant. UMBC Women's Soccer Head Coach Leslie Wray has announced the Retrievers' schedule for the 2015 season, which includes 10 games in the state of Maryland, including a pair of Battle of Baltimore contests set to take place at Retriever Soccer Park, as well as a tournament at George Mason. The D.C. United Academy concluded its 2014-15 season in Westfield, Ind., with the Under-18 team competing in the playoff competition and the Under-16 and Under-14 teams participating in a showcase event. US Club Soccer is hosting the National Premier Leagues (NPL) Finals, July 9-13, followed by the National Cup XIV Finals, July 17-20, both at Grand Park in Westfield, Ind.
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USWNT midfielder Lauren Holiday announces plans to retire: Lauren Holiday used the United States national team's World Cup championship celebration event on Tuesday in Los Angeles as the time and place to announce her retirement from international soccer. Holiday's retirement had been long speculated, but things moved to a fever pitch following the team's victory celebration on Monday in Vancouver. Transfer Window is now open: MLS clubs are poised to make big waves during the summer as the Secondary Transfer Window opened up on Wednesday, July 8 (through August 6), allowing clubs to bolster their rosters with international talent as they prepare for a final push towards the playoffs. |
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=== TOURNAMENTS ===
> 9th Annual Discovery Cup at the Maryland SoccerPlex - October 10-11, 2015
The Maryland SoccerPlex invites your team to apply for participation in the 9th Annual DISCOVERY CUP. The tournament is a premier level tournament for highly competitive teams and has gained notoriety for its rising level of play and competitiveness! Open to USYSA and US Club teams. Application deadline is August 23, 2015. For specific information, contact Louise Waxler at director@discoverycup.com. Website. > August Cup Tournament August 28-30, Germantown, MD
MD Rush Montgomery, Alliance Soccer Club and the SoccerPlex invites your team to apply for participation in the 13th Annual AUGUST CUP. The tournament will be on August 28-30th, 2015. ALL teams will play their games at the SoccerPlex. U9-U19 Boys and Girls accepted. For information, please contact Everett Hovencamp, Tournament Director at director@augustcup.com. Apply now! > Rush for the Cup Sept. 5-6, 2015 Bethesda Qualifier BETHESDA QUALIFIER - MD Rush Montgomery, Alliance Soccer Club and the SoccerPlex invites your team to apply for participation in the 3rd Annual RUSH for the CUP! The tournament will be on September 5-6, 2015. ALL game are played at the SoccerPlex. U9-U19 teams accepted. For information, please contact Everett Hovencamp, Tournament Director at director@augustcup.com. Application deadline is July 8, 2015.
> Dulles National Soccer Tournament - August 29-30, 2015
Apply now for the 24th Annual Dulles National Soccer Tournament, August 29-30, 2015. The competitive preseason event for boys/girls U9-U19 is played in Loudoun and Fairfax counties, including the historic 1000-acre estate at Morven Park on Bermuda grass fields and Loudoun Soccer Park on turf fields. The DNST welcomes coaches with multiple teams, deconflicting their schedule as best as possible. More info here. > World Futbol Tour 3v3 / Disney Qualifier Comes to DC Region Known as the Players' Tour, WFT's innovative 3v3 style kicks off local 1-day events July 18-19 in Mr. Airy-MD and July 25 in Leesburg-VA. Key features: No coaching, Small Fields, Dribble-in re-starts, power plays. More info here. > DMV Premier Cup Tournament: Aug. 29-30 and Sept. 5-6 The DMV Premier Cup Tournament is a premier kick-off event held in beautiful Prince William County, Virginia. Held over 2 weekends with the 11v11 (U12-U19) kicking - off Aug. 29-30 and 7v7/8v8 (U9-U12) teams participating Sept. 5-6. Cost: $750 for 7v7/8v8 teams, $825 for 11v11 teams. Learn more and register here. > Virginia Beach Sun Cup Tournament - August 22-23, 2015 Apply now for the 18th Annual Virginia Beach Sun Cup Soccer Tournament, August 22-23, 2015. This competitive preseason tournament for boys/girls U9-U19 is will be played in Virginia Beach at the 19 field Hampton Roads Soccer Complex (Bermuda and turf) and 7 bermuda grass fields at Princess Anne Athletic Center (PAAC). We accommodate teams sharing the same coach by de-conflicting schedules (where feasible) and DOC's needing certain arrangements. Sun, Surf, Soccer, Virginia Beach has it all. More info here. > The Marylander Junior - August 15-16, 2015 St. Marys Soccer invites your team to apply for THE MARYLANDER JUNIOR! The tournament is a high quality tournament for competitive teams and has gained notoriety for great fields and quality referees! This premier event is played in scenic and beautiful St. Mary's Co., MD. For info, please contact the Tournament Director at steve@smcsoccer.com. Application deadline is July 19, 2015. > FSCI August Friendlies - August 8, 2015 - Fredericksburg, VAThe August Friendlies are designed to give teams preparation time for the upcoming season. The format allows teams to experiment, try players in different roles, and gain fitness ahead of season events. Scores or standings won't be recorded. Teams receive 4 mini-games on 1 day. Games are spaced out so teams receive rest between games. Game lengths = 30 min. Learn More > The Virginia Invitational, a new Elite preseason event in Virginia
August 15 and 16, 2015. Elite Tournaments and VA Rush introduce an event for Elite and Premier level teams. Welcoming in top level teams from ECNL, NPL and other top state leagues. Boys and Girls U11-U18. Minutes from the Virginia Beach Oceanfront, utilizing both Bermuda Grass and Turf fields in the area. Accepting applications until July 13, 2015. More info here. > Capital Fall Classic - Jeff Cup Qualifier: Nov. 14-15 (Boys) & Nov. 21-22 (Girls)
The Richmond Strikers SC is proud to host the 2015 Capital Fall Classic on Nov. 14-15 (Boys) and Nov. 21-22 (Girls) in Richmond, Va. Regarded as one of top end of season tournaments in Virginia, the CFC will attract approx. 500 travel teams from our region and beyond. Premier Div. winners are guaranteed acceptance into the 2016 Jefferson Cup. More info here.
> Jefferson Open 3v3 - Aug. 15-16
The Richmond Strikers have teamed up with Disney 3v3 World Championships to host a fun, exciting and fast-paced 3 vs. 3 event at West Creek Complex in Richmond, Va. This year's event will host teams from U7 up to U16 in recreational divisions and U8 to U18 in competitive (travel) divisions. Adult Divisions, featuring divisions in Men's Open, Men's Over 35, Coed and Women's Open. Learn more and apply here. > 2016 Jefferson Cup - Apps Due By December 1
Regarded as one of the top rated youth soccer tournaments in the country, the Jefferson Cup features some of the nation's top natural grass playing surfaces in the country with over 24 synthetic turf fields, including the River City Sportsplex. Girls Weekends: March 19-20 (U10-14) and March 24-26 (U15-18); Boys Weekend: March 11-13. Learn more here. > Jefferson Cup Boys Memorial Day Weekend - new for 2016
The Jefferson Cup is bringing an additional boys weekend for U15-U17 teams to Memorial Day Weekend! Join the Jeff Cup May 28-30, 2016 for high level competition in a Showcase format. Apply by April 15, 2016. Learn more here. > FC Frederick presents ScrimmageFest XXV (U9-U13) - August 22-23
FC Frederick invites you to participate in ScrimmageFest XXV, August 22nd and 23rd in Frederick, MD. Boys and Girls U9-U13 (U9-10 play 7v7; U11-12 play 8v8, U13 play 11v11). Play 4 opponents in 1 day of games in a shortened match format. No scores or standings kept in this unique format. Registration closes Aug. 14. Learn more and register here.
=== CAMPS AND CLINICS === > College ID Clinics at the Madeira School presented by Total Futbol
Join us at the Madeira School in Great Falls, VA for 3 College ID Clinics presented by Total Futbol. Each clinic will feature 6 college coaches. Players will work with coaches from 3 schools each day, with every player participating in a session run by each coach. Following a Q&A, the coaches will observe the players in a scrimmage environment. More info. > 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. > Victory Soccer Academy @ George Mason UniversityThe 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 1977The 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. > Capital Soccer Academy for Girls at George Mason University
George Mason Women's Coach Todd Bramble brings over 20 years of camp experience to the Fairfax campus this summer. Fun, challenging Day Camp sessions for all ages as well as intense training for the serious player at our Elite Day Session. The High School Team Camp will be great preparation for the fall season. 703-993-3295 info@capitalsocceracademy.com or website > Celtic FC Coaches Travel to McLean for Soccer Camp
During the week of July 20-24, McLean Youth Soccer welcomes the Celtic FC coaching staff who will be traveling from Scotland for an exciting week of camp offered to players ages 9 -18. Each day follows soccer related themes designed by the Celtic FC staff. These will allow players to develop their technique. Space is limited. Register today!
> DC Area College ID Camp for GirlsMcLean Youth Soccer hosts a College ID Camp with area college coaches in attendance. July 24-25, 2015, Lewinsville Park. 9 am - 3 pm. Open to girls, rising 8th graders and older. Space is Limited. Coaches from Georgetown, VCU, Lynchburg, American, Longwood and Virginia Tech will be in attendance. Visit this link to register. === LEAGUES AND EVENTS === > 2015 CONCACAF Gold Cup Quarterfinals - Saturday, July 18 at M&T Bank StadiumThe 2015 CONCACAF Gold Cup Quarterfinals returns to Baltimore! Don't miss the top soccer nations of the region compete in North America for the most prestigious prize - the 2015 CONCACAF Gold Cup! Saturday, July 18, 5:00 PM at M&T Bank Stadium. Tickets start at $30. To purchase and for more information visit GoldCup.org.
> Washington Spirit host Seattle Reign on July 18 at MD SoccerPlex Bring out your family and friends to watch the best of the best of professional women's soccer players as the Washington Spirit take on Seattle Reign FC on Saturday, July 18, 7pm @ MD SoccerPlex. Get tickets here. === TRYOUTS === > Barca Elite FC U14-U16 & New U8-U12 Boys Teams Open TryoutsBarca Elite FC based in Silver Spring, MD will be hosting open tryouts for their U14-U16 Boys teams, who play in the Region I Champions League and EDP league, and their new regular season U8-U13 teams. All teams will be developed by BEFC's coaching staff to compete at the highest levels. Contact Coach Luis Calderon Sr regarding tryouts at calderonluis30@hotmail.com |
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6:00 pm: Honduras vs. Panama - Live - Fox Sports 2 - Gold Cup
8:30 pm: USA vs. Haiti - Live - Fox Sports 1 - Gold Cup 11:00 pm: SJ Earthquakes vs. Houston Dynamo - Live - Univision Deportes - MLS Saturday July 11, 2015
11:00 am: Salzburg vs. W.Bremen - Live - Fox Deportes - Club Friendly
6:30 pm: Jamaica vs. Canada - Live - Fox Sports 2 - Gold Cup
9:00 pm: Costa Rica vs. El Salvador - Live - Fox Sports 2 - Gold Cup
11:30 pm: LA Galaxy vs. America - Live - Fox Sports 1 - Int'l Champions Cup Sunday July 12, 2015
11:00 am: Wiener SK vs. PSG - Live - beIN Sports - Club Friendly
3:00 pm: Flamengo vs. Corinthians - Live - GolTV - Brazil
5:00 pm: NYC FC vs. Toronto FC - Live - ESPN - MLS
6:30 pm: Trinidad & Tobago vs. Cuba - Live - Fox Sports 2 - Gold Cup
7:00 pm: Colorado Rapids vs. Real Salt Lake - Live - Fox Sports 1 - MLS
9:00 pm: Guatemala vs. Mexico - Live - Fox Sports 2 - Gold Cup Monday July 13, 2015
7:00 pm: Haiti vs. Honduras - Live - Fox Sports 1 - Gold Cup
9:30 pm: USA vs. Panama - Live - Fox Sports 1 - Gold Cup |
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