2010 USYSA Far West Regionals

The Boys finished in style, beating the pants off Santa Clara Sporting 4-1. Oddly, Santa Clara still advances. The Boys finally found their breath, with Nicky scoring a hat trick, and Stevie putting one in too. A strong game was played by Armand, Kevin, and Matt as well. It's the end of the great and successful season: League Champions, West Coast Classic Champions, Surf Cup Champions, Far West Regional League Champions, Nike Premier Cup Bracket Winners, Dallas Cup Finalists. All-in-all, a pretty good run. Congratulations, Boys!

2010 Region IV Far West Regionals -- Day 3

Another tough day for the Boys, losing to Arizona 3-2. The Boys gave up 3 goals to Arizona's long-ball play, and had difficulty penetrating their large defenders. Kevin put in WC's only goal in the 1st half, and Brian scored a nice bending shot in the closing minutes. Tomorrow, the Boys face Santa Clara Sporting, who the beat in last year's finals and who has not lost yet at the tournament. It's all about pride, now. . .

2010 Region IV Far West Regionals -- Day 2

When you're playing at 4000'+ altitude, it pays to have subs, and Bayern had lots of them. Unaccustomed to the altitude, the Boys paid the price against Bayern's constant rotation of players on the field, losing 3-0. Not for want of chances, though. Their substitutions resembled a hockey line-change, often 3 at-a-time, and their freshness reaped rewards. In the first half, Nicky beat the defense and the keeper but was slide tackled on the line. In the second half, Kevin struck the cross-bar and, shortly later, went just wide on a 1 v. 1 against the keeper. A nice cross by Steven missed Kevin's and Nicky's head by centermeters on the far post. Bayern played tough and physical, and their goals were clean. Today, the Boys face Arizona, who lost their first match 1-0.

The Boys visit the U. of New Mexico

The New Mexico Men's Soccer Staff was kind enough to show the Boys the beautiful soccer facilities at the Campus, explain the recruitment process, and stress the importance of academics. The Campus and facilities were top notch and they have an impressive program!

2010 Region IV Far West Regionals -- Day 1

We have arrived after a scenic drive through Arizona and New Mexico at the 2010 Far West Regionals in Albuquerque, New Mexico. After a day long drive, including fires and blown out tires, we've all arrived safely. The Boys had a light work out at the Balloon Fiesta Park and will visit the University of New Mexico this afternoon. Tomorrow, the Boys open their quest for a three-peat against the southern California National Cup Champions, South Coast Bayern.