06/04/09

The Beach FC U10 Piranhas Greaves won their 2nd tournament of the season...to finish up the 2009 Spring unbeaten. During their first tournament the Piranhas Greaves playing in the Chesapeake Icebreaker scored 18 goals and allowed 5 to claim their first ever tournament championship. In addition, the Piranhas Greaves finished up their regular season by going undefeated in league play.

Playing in the Richmond Kickers Colonial Cup, the Piranhas Greaves concluded their undefeated season with another tournament championship win defeating Chesterfield, Richmond Kickers, and Richmond Strikers. They outscored their opponents 12 to 3.

The Piranhas Greaves are: Kaitlyn B, Abigail F, Alexis G, Taylor C, Julia M, Rosalee O, Alyse S, Maegen S, Jocelyn A and Natalie T. The Piranhas Greaves were coached by Adam Schultz. Congratulations to the Piranhas Greaves for a remarkable season!

05/18/09

Due to the rain we have received over the past 3 days, we have been forced to close our training facility for the evening due to some standing water on the fields. The raindate for tonight's tryout is tomorrow (Tuesday, May 19) at the same time and location. The revised tryout schedule is listed below. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we have been forced to deal with the recent weather.

• U10 and u11 Boys and Girls: Tuesday May 19 and Tuesday May 26 – 5-6:30pm @ Shipps Corner Training Facility
• U12 and u13 Boys and Girls: Tuesday May 19 and Tuesday May 26 – 7-8:30pm @ Shipps Corner Training Facility

05/17/09

The U16-U18 Boys second tryout session was cancelled today due to inclement weather and will not be made up...Unfortunately with Memorial Day weekend approaching and high school soccer still playing there are no dates available on the calendar to reschedule today's tryout. We knew last week after viewing the weather forecast that there was a possibility of only getting one tryout in this weekend and we therefore told our coaches and evaluators to be prepared to choose their teams based on a single day of evaluation. We understand that it is not an ideal situation, but having been forced to change our tryout schedule twice due to weather our hands are tied. We thank everybody for their patience and understanding under the circumstances. Final selections will be posted within 48 hours on the Beach FC website, and accepted players will receive an email at the time of posting.

05/12/09

2009-2010 Beach FC Tryout Notification Procedures...In an effort to more quickly notify players of their selection after tryouts the Beach FC staff has decided to revise our accepted player notification policy...Click here for more...

05/04/09

2009-2010 Beach FC Coaching Slate posted today...click here for details.

05/01/09

2009 Beach FC Southeast Regional League Teams selected...Congratulations to the players selected to the 2009 Beach FC Summer League.

04/29/09

2009-2010 Beach FC fees posted today...click here for details.

03/19/09

Beach FC/NYSL Spring Break Camp...Camp Information

Prizes awarded during the week for winning skills events. Come out and enjoy the fun!

03/16/09

Beach FC Technical Training - Spring 2009 Schedule ...Technical training starts March 18, 2009

Note 1:  Please be sure to call the weather hotline before you leave for training in case of changes (field conditions).  Weather hotline number is 456-1387.

Note 2:  Please remember this schedule is subject to change, your team manager will be contacted in the event of any changes to this schedule.

03/03/09

Beach FC Player Selected to Participate in Annual ODP International Festival...Virginia Beach, VA. Beach FC U16 Red (BFC Fire) player Eric Bird was recently selected to participate in U.S. Soccer's annual ODP International Festival, this year being held in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Of the 38 players in the Region 1 '93 pool, only 18 were selected to participate in the Argentina event.

The 2009 International Festival ran from February 13 to February 22 and included numerous training sessions, a trip to observe an Argentinean pro match, and highly competitive matches between the Region 1 team and 3 premier Argentinean boys' teams. The trip was both a developmental and cultural experience for the athletes and yet another opportunity made available by the US Youth Soccer ODP. In 2009 US Youth Soccer ODP Boys and Girls teams will travel the globe including play in Argentina, Costa Rica, Brazil, Germany, Holland, Italy, South Africa, Spain and Russia.

Beach FC Executive Director, Steve Danbusky, who also serves as Eric's team coach was thrilled with this accomplishment. "Beach FC is very proud of Eric Bird's accomplishments at the Regional level", said Danbusky, "Playing in the Disney Showcase and then subsequently being selected to travel to Argentina to play against world class competition is quite an honor that Eric thoroughly deserves. We all wish him continued success as he represents Beach FC, VYSA, and Region I."

Initially created in 1977 as the US Youth Soccer Select Team Program, US Youth Soccer ODP was formed to identify a pool of players in each age group from which a National Team could be selected for international competition. Players try out to qualify for the program's high-level training from carefully selected and licensed coaches through a series of trials at their local and State Association and then Regional levels. Those selected are exposed to the nation's best coaches, trainers and facilities.

For more information on Beach FC please visit www.beachfc.com or call (757) 689-8157.

02/15/09

Beach FC Names Steve Danbusky Executive Director...Virginia Beach, VA. – Virginia Beach Travel Soccer announced today that Steve Danbusky has been named Executive Director. Effective immediately, Danbusky will take the reins of Beach FC, one of Hampton Roads oldest and most decorated travel soccer clubs.

Danbusky was selected by the Board from a field of excellent local and national candidates. The Board has complete confidence that he will continue the tradition of excellence in leadership that Beach FC has enjoyed for many years. Danbusky, who served the past 4 years as Beach FC Boys Director of Coaching, brings both professional player and coaching experience to the Executive Director position. “I am excited about the opportunity to serve a club I truly believe in”, said Danbusky, a four year starter at Williams College (Williamstown, MA.), Danbusky earned All-Conference, All-New England, and All-American honors during his college career. In 1999 he began playing professionally for the United Soccer Leagues Long Island Rough Riders. He was called up on loan to the New England Revolution of Major League Soccer in 2001, and saw time with the Connecticut Wolves of the USL second division in 2002.  Moving on to Hampton Roads, Danbusky anchored the defense for the Virginia Beach Mariners from 2003 until the team folded in 2006. Twice named to the USL Division 1 team of the week, Danbusky continues his career on the pitch as a captain for the Hampton Roads Piranhas PDL team.

Danbusky began his coaching career in 2001 as a volunteer assistant for the men’s soccer program at Adelphi University. In 2002 he was named 1st assistant for the men’s team at Western New England College. He began his Beach FC tenure in 2003 as a staff coach and was quickly promoted to the Boys Director of Coaching position in 2004. Danbusky holds a USSF National “A” License and has been a state ODP coach since 2007. Additionally, he serves as a VYSA coaching education instructor.

Danbusky has high expectations for Beach FC. “Our main purpose is to continue to provide a quality soccer experience for all our members”.

For more information on Beach FC please visit www.beachfc.com or call (757) 689-8157.

02/06/09

Womens College Night

Where:

Kellam High School
2323 Holland Rd.
Virginia Beach, VA 23453

When:

Thursday, March 12, 2009

Time:

7:30 p.m.

Guest Panel:

TBA

Beach FC along with Kellam High School will be sponsoring a Women College Soccer night.  The purpose of the night is to provide parents an opportunity to meet and discuss with Women's college coaches the opportunities available  to play soccer at the college level.

In addition to having  division I coaches, we will have a division III coach and an academic advisor to provide examples, advice and information you and your child will need to maximize the possibility of a college scholarship. 

The meeting is open to parents and players and will truly be an informative night.  If you have any questions, please contact Mario Hurdle at email mehurdle@vbschools.com or Karl Greaves at docgirls@beachfc.com.

01/27/09

2008 NSCAA/adidas Girls High School State Player of The Year...
Virginia - Brittany Michels, Sr., Floyd E. Kellam High School, Virginia Beach, Va.

01/27/09

2008 NSCAA/adidas Girls High School All-America Team...Laura Heyboer (Unity Christian High School/Hudsonville, Mich.) and Courtney Jones (Monte Vista High School/Danville, Calif.) have scored rare feats as each claim their third selection as an NSCAA/adidas High School All-America with the announcement of the 2008 girls class.

Even more unique due to timing, Heyboer, now a freshman at Michigan State, also has been named a Missouri Athletic Club Hermann Trophy semifinalist and a college All-America within the same year. Jones, now a freshman at North Carolina, was second on the Tar Heels in scoring with 13 goals and 29 points, helping UNC to its 19th NCAA title.

Heyboer and Jones were among seven players to earn repeat selection to the squad. Joining her were Bri Rodriguez (Waubonsee Valley High School/Aurora, Ill.), Lauren Alwine (Lower Dauphin High School/Elizabethtown, Pa.), Ashley Cuba (Cardinal Mooney High School/Youngstown, Ohio), Brittany Michels (Floyd E. Kellam High School/Virginia Beach, Va.) and Caroline Miller (Walter Johnson High School/Rockville, Md.).

The All-America selections are invited to be recognized at the annual All-America Luncheon, to be held in St. Louis, Mo., on Saturday, Jan. 17, as part of the 2009 NSCAA Convention. For more information, please visit NSCAA.com.

2008 NSCAA/adidas Girls High School All-America Team

Brittany Michels*, Sr., Floyd E. Kellam High School, Virginia Beach, Va.
* Two time selection.

01/27/09

2008 NSCAA/adidas High School Girls Scholar All-America Team...Thirty-five players have earned distinction on both the field and the classroom as they comprise the 2008 NSCAA/adidas Girls High School Scholar All-America Team.

The Scholar All-America selections are invited to be recognized at the annual All-America Luncheon, to be held in St. Louis, Mo., on Saturday, Jan. 17, as part of the 2009 NSCAA Convention. For more information, please visit NSCAA.com.

2008 NSCAA/adidas Girls High School Scholar All-America Team

Anna Curfman, Stone Bridge School, Chesapeake, Va.

01/24/09

U-14 Piranhas reach Semi-finalist at the Orange Classic...The Piranhas took the field against the home team, Weston SC Fury. After a slow start, the Piranhas seem to find their rhythm only to get caught on a counterattack and the Fury capitalized and when up by a goal. almost immediately, the Piranhas picked up the tempo and and started to take control of the game and scored the equalizer. Late in the second half Nickie Ivey received a pass in the box and had a quality finish. Piranhas 2 - Fury 1.

Next up was White Plains Elite. After a series of chances by White Plains Elite, the Piranhas would gain control of the game which resulted in a goal from Aari Robinson. Jessica Wilson had some nifty footwork to beat two defenders, then combined with Nikie Ivey to create the second goal for the Piranhas. The Piranhas third goal came when Virginia Hernandez served a beautiful cross to Wilson who would finish with her head. Alexandra Mack and Kara Mason were outstanding performers in the match. BFC 3 WPE 0.

The third game against Parkland Predators was very competitive and played at a furious pace. With both teams playing for first place in the group, scoring chances were few, due to outstanding team defending by both teams. The game ended in a 0-0 tie. The players enjoyed the intense competition and set their sites on the semi-final game.

In the semi-final game the Piranhas faced Albion Hurricanes FC 95 Blue. After the opening minutes of even play, Albion Hurricanes capitalize on a free kick which took an unexpected bounce and found its way in the goal. The Piranhas pushed forward looking for the equalizer but conceded another goal. The game would end with the Piranhas on the wrong end of a 2-0 result.

The Orange Classic provided the team with some memorable experiences both on and off the field, and ending the fall season with some outstanding individual and team play.

01/15/09

Beach FC U16 Piranhas Finalists at the 2008 Orange Classic Tournament in Weston, Florida...The U16 Piranhas played their best soccer of the year against tremendous competition in the top division of the Orange Classic Tournament in Weston, Florida. Every player worked extremely hard and played the most intense and consistently good soccer they have ever played in the four day tournament (Dec 27-December 30).

The Piranhas played flawless defense not allowing a goal until the finals. Hope Sadowski was outstanding in goal throughout the tournament and defenders Hannah Carlson, Samantha Phillips, Caity Burtch Mikayla Plansker, and Taylor Cave were truly outstanding. On the attack, the Piranhas scored 10 goals in five games and were led by Emory Camper, Holley Beasley, and Charlie Martin who each scored multiple goals. The Piranhas displayed a level of ferocity in both the semi-finals and finals that very few teams will ever match and their growth as a hard-nosed, hard working team was displyed magnificently throughout the tournament.

The Piranhas defeated the Sting SC West Royal team from Texas 3-0 in the first game. Piranhas dominated the game throughout against a very athletic and technically proficient team. In game 2, the Piranhas defeated the South Central Premier Cyber Rays from Connecticut 3 to 0. Again, the Piranhas dominated play in the second half and won the game soundly. In game 3, the Piranhas defeated the Lonestars 93G White team from Texas 1-0. The Piranhas dominated play, had 15+ shots on goal.

In the semi-finals the Piranhas defeated the CFC Arsenal team from Connecticut 1-0. The Piranhas did a great job late in the second half closing out the game by keeping the ball in the Arsenal end of the field for the last 8 minutes of the game. Emory Camper scored a brilliant goal to help the Piranhas reach the finals.

The final was the most intense and hard fought game the Piranhas have ever played. The play was physically tough as two exhausted teams refused to give in and played hard for the 80 minute game. The Piranhas fell behind 2-0 to the Challenge 93 South team from Texas and with 20 minutes left in the game all caution was thrown to the wind. The Piranhas began playing with 4 forwards, 4-5 midfielders, and 1-2 backs. The Piranhas delivered ball after ball into the box and finally Kara Natividad volleyed a ball in with 5 minutes left in the game. In stoppage time Holley Beasley scored on a throw-in from Emory Camper. The Piranhas had fought back from a two goal deficit against a very disciplined and well coached team in the final 10 minutes of the game. The game went immediately to penalty kicks and the Piranhas were defeated in the final 3-2 on penalty kicks.

The team grew as a group during this tournament. They learned that hard work, never giving up, and standing together as a group will lead to success on and off the soccer field.

01/12/09

Beach FC Players Invited To National ODP Girls Developmental Camp...Samantha Phillips and Hannah Carlson head west to California.

Beach FC U16 players, Samantha Phillips and Hannah Carlson along with 4 other girls from VA have been invited to the US Youth Soccer Olympic Development Program Developmental Camp in Pomona, Calif.,

Earlier in the year both Hannah and Samantha were invited to the US Region 1 U16 Regional Team; in addition, Samantha was also invited to the U16 National Camp. Samantha, “Sam”, and Hannah have been best friends and team mates for 5 years. Both girls also play for Grassfield High School in Chesapeake Virginia, and have been in the ODP program together since U13.

US Youth Soccer Olympic Development Program (US Youth Soccer ODP) Girls will hold their third U-15 (93s) / U-16 (92s) Developmental Camp in Pomona, Calif. beginning Tuesday morning, February 17th and concluding on Saturday evening February 21st.

In attendance will be 160 invitation-only players from around the country. The camp will be a scramble format with functional training, Small-Sided Games, street soccer, guest speakers and a mini round-robin tournament on the final day. The developmental camp focuses on Small-Sided Games so that the players are highlighted as individuals.

"US Youth Soccer ODP realizes the importance of laying the groundwork for tactical and technical development of our young players," said John Ellinger, US Youth Soccer Technical Director. "It is important that the experience for the players be positive and especially in these developmental camp situations. What our players learn in this initial set up can set the tone for their future developmental progress."

Initially created in 1977 as the US Youth Soccer Select Team Program, US Youth Soccer ODP was formed to identify a pool of players in each age group from which a National Team could be selected for international competition. The girls program was added in 1985. Players try out to qualify for the program's high-level training from carefully selected and licensed coaches through a series of trials at their local, State Association and then Regional levels. Those selected are exposed to the nation's best coaches, trainers and facilities.

For more information on Beach FC please visit www.beachfc.com or call (757) 689-8157.

12/30/08

Registration for the 2009 Sand Soccer Championships is now open! For online application and more information, please visit www.sandsoccer.com.

16th ANNUAL NORTH AMERICAN SAND SOCCER CHAMPIONSHIPS:

• Dates: June 5, 6 & 7, 2009 (June 5 is Team Registration & Pro/Am Competition only)
• Entry Fee: $425.00 for all Youth and Adult Amateur teams. (Men’s Pro/Am Cash Div: $500). Checks or money order only – no credit cards or on-line payments are accepted.
• Acceptance: Applications are accepted upon payment of the application fee in a "first come, first in" basis. No team is considered accepted without payment of their fee. * Payment Date: Checks sent through the mail are considered paid based on the Postmark Date.
• Closing Date: Tournament will close applications when maximum number of teams have paid, but no later than April 15, 2009.
• Team acceptance packets: Information to all teams that have paid will be mailed by May 1, 2009.
• Age Groups: Based on USYSA 2008-2009 Seasonal Year (Born on or after following dates)
  
  

  U9 (8/1/99)	U14 (8/1/94)
  U10 (8/1/98)	U15 (8/1/93)
  U11 (8/1/97)	U16 (8/1/92)
  U12 (8/1/96)	U17-U19 (8/1/89)
  U13 (8/1/95) College – must be in College during 2009
  Open Divisions – Age 16 or older
  Over 30 Divisions – Age 30 by August 1, 2009
  COED High School – Ages 14-18, must be in High School during 2009

• Skill Levels: Please note the following skill level options within each age group. We reserve the right to combine skill levels based on number of entries in each level, but teams will be notified in that event.
  
  

  SAND

  (Lowest level – Recreation & Rec Advanced players only. No travel players on youth teams)

  SUN

  (Low to Mid level – Classic/Club level travel players)

  SEAHORSE

  (Average level - Club level travel players)

  SURF

  (Highest competitive level)

12/17/08

College news...Nicole Moore(Univ of Central Florida) finished the 2008 Fall by being selected to the Conference-USA 2nd Team All Conference and to the NSCAA All-Southeast Region 1st Team. Earlier in the spring of 2008 Moore was invited to the USA U20 National Team training camp.

12/12/08

Beach FC Players selected to 2008-2009 Virginia State ODP...

1992 Girls

Michelle Persichina

Kelsey Thomas

1993 Girls

Holley Beasley

Chloe Boros

Emory Camper

Hannah Carlson

Samantha Phillips

1994 Girls

Jessica Wilson

1992 Boys

Chris Albiston

Alex Baumgardner

Hunter Byrnes

Devon Dubay

Drew Hartell

Jeremy Robinson

1993 Boys

Eric Bird

Ian Fleming

Marcus Luster

Daniel Scholz

1994 Boys

Connor Brittan

Brooks Nopper

Travis Walke

1995 Boys

Vernon Banks

Sean Harrison

1996 Boys

Curtis Kirby

12/12/08

Beach FC Allumni News: Michels High School All-American; Simeone All-South selection...Bittany Michels, a former All-Tidewater girls soccer players of the year, has been named to the National Soccer Coaches Association of America All-America team for the second year.

Michels, a forward who piled up 25 goals and six assists at Kellam last spring, was The Pilot’s 2008 player of the year. She is playing at Virginia Tech, where she started nine games on the Hokies’ NCAA tournament team this year.

Another local joined Michels and on the NSCAA’s All-South squad: First Colonial defender Meagan Simeone who was a senior last spring earned her 2nd All-South selection. Simeone is curretly a freshman for the UNC Wilmington Seahawks.

Several area programs also received Academic Awards from the NSCAA for achieving grade point averages of 3.35 or higher: Both the boys and girls teams from Ocean Lakes and Cox and the First Colonial girls team earned the awards.

12/12/08

Beach FC U-16 Piranhas capture the CASL Showcase Tournament championship...Three time State Cup Finalist, Beach FC U16 Piranhas opened their tournamnet play vs the Chicago Fire Junior Red from Illinois. In a hard fought contest the Piranhas came away with a 1-0 victory. The second match came against the Connecticut State Cup finalist, FSA Soccerplus FC Charge. The Piranhas went down a goal early in the match due to excellent ball movement by the Charge. Within two minutes, the Piranhas returned the favor, with a series of quick passes to tie the game. The second half saw the Piranhas go up 2-1. After a strong challenge in the box, the Charge was awarded a penalty kick, which concluded the game at 2-2. With a win and a tie, the Piranhas advanced into the semi-final match, against Pennsylvania West State Cup champions, Beadling SC Blaze. The Piranhas controlled the early moments of the game and would score first. The Blaze then pushed hard for an equalizer. After some courageous defending, the Blaze got caught by a quick counter and were down 2-0. The Piranhas added one more goal to end the game at 3-0 and were headed to the finals.

In the championship game the Piranhas matched up against AU Capital SC 93 out of Texas. The Capital had previously lost only once in tournament games, this year. The first half the Piranhas created several dangerous chances but was unable to convert on the chances. Early in the second half the Piranhas would score to go ahead 1-0. The Capital would eventually tie the game with a goal off a free kick; however, Beach FC continued to control most of the play. Late in match the Piranhas would score their second goal to pull ahead 2-1 and the match would finish with the 2-1 scoreline. The Beach FC U-16 Piranhas had won the CASL Showcase.

The team level of play remained consistent though out the tournament. They display great team work along with some outstanding individual play. The leading scorers for the tournament was Emory Camper with 4 goals, followed by Bailey Widman and Charley Martin with 2 goals each. The midfielders play well not only in creating offensive opportunities, but also did an outstanding job pressuring the ball.. The backs played great individual and team defense. Holding their opponents to one goal in during the flow of play while goalkeeper Hope Sadowski had two shutouts. The Tournament MVP went to Taylor Cave, who was the most dynamic player throughout the tournament.

12/11/08

U15 Piranhas Capture CASL Showcase Title...The Beach FC U15 Piranhas won their third consecutive tournament for the 2008 Fall season while playing in the 2008 CASL College Showcase. The Piranhas kicked off the tournament with a 5-2 win over the West Chester United Predators of Pennsylvania. Falling behind early in the game the Piranhas regrouped and tied the score at 1-1 fifteen minutes into the match. The half would finish tied 2-2; however, the Piranhas would establish control of the match in the second half which saw them score 3 unanswered goals to finish the game with a 5-2 victory.

The Piranhas followed their opening victory with a 3-2 Victory against Lakeland Futbol Lakeland FC out of Florida to finish the day with two victories and in first place in their division. Thew two wins secured a spot in the semi finals on Sunday.

Beach FC kicked off the semi finals matched up against the undefeated Rochester Jr Rhinos-Empire United U15's. In a tightly contested match the Piranhas would score a goal in both halves to come away with a 2-0 victory and a birth in the Finals.

The Finals would match the Piranhas against CASL United. The Piranhas would take control of the flow of the match early and score two first half goals. The second half would see the Piranhas maintain their control of the match and add a third goal and seal the victory and tournament Championship. The Piranhas outscored opponents 13-4 during the tournament. Taylor Smith was selected the team MVP for the tournament. The outstanding performances for the tournament were turned in by midfielder, Kendra Mikatarian; defenders, Abby Johnson and Cait Lesko; and Goalkeeper Huntyr Levine.

11/26/08

U12 Piranhas Capture VCCL Fall Title...Congratulations to the U12 Beach FC Piranhas for capturing the 2008 Fall VCCL league title. The team was led by a total team effort. The team was led by it's strong determination for success through hard work and dedication to training.

With a record of 6 wins and 1 loss, the Piranhas scored a total of 28 goals while only allowing 11, allowing them to lay claim to first place in the league.

Defensively, the U12 Piranhas were led by goalkeeper Whitney Townsend. Playing in front of her were: Julia "Knuckles" Von Fetch, Carly "Dash" Casella, Savannah "Hammer" Davis, Devany "Torpedo" Brennan and Sheyanne Stretz. In the midfield, the playmaking started with the work of Angie "Smiley" Williams, Emily Weisenburg, Alex Davidson, Alex "Muscles" Barker and AP Diffenbaugh. Playing up front and leading the way were goal scorers' Aubri Bearden and Tacura " Maestro" LeMelle. The U12 Piranhas are coached by Justin 'Juice' Pantophlet.

10/30/08

College News - Former Club Players...Radford University, Junior defender Caitlyn Roan (Virginia Beach, Va./Kellam H.S.) was named the Big South Conference tournament MVP. Radford won the Big South Conference to advance to the NCAA Tournament. Caitlin was also selected Big South All-Conference First Team.

Junior Robin Chidester, Sophomore Jessica Varela and Freshman Brittany Michels competed in the ACC tournament Championship match for for Virginia Tech. This was Va. Tech first trip to the ACC Championship final. Tech has advanced to the NCAA Tournament.

Chichi Nweke led the University of Illinois in scoring during this 2008 season. Illinois has advanced to the NCAA Tournament.

Univ of Tampa Freshman goalkeeper Kendall Bourdon received honorable mention All Conference. Univ of Tampa is the defending Div:11 National Champions. Tampa has advanced to the NCAA Div II national championships.

Old Dominion Junior, midfielder Ashley Kukura was selected to the CAA All Conference third team.

Super 20 player, Freshman Victoria Johnson, OLd Dominion University, was selected to the CAA All Conference All Freshman Team.

East Tennessee State University, Megan Masch was selected to the Atlantic Sun All Freshman Team.

Naval Academy Senior Midfielder, Carey Young was selected to the Patriot League All Conference Second Team.

Senior Cassie Lynn competing for Longwood University won the United League Conference championship to advance to the NCAA Tournament.

Lynchburg College Sophomore, Shawn Jackson, won the ODAC conference championships and advanced to the NCAA Div III National Tournament. Lynchburg College is ranked # 2 in the NCAA Div III National Rankings.

VA Wesleyan Junior Samantha Tyner, Competed in the ODAC Conference championship final. VA Wesleyan has advanced to the NCAA Div III National Tournament. VA Wesleyan is #13 in the NCAA Div III National Rankings.

10/30/08

2008 Beach FC Open Announces Winning Teams...Annual Golf Tournament Supports BFC Need-Based Financial Aid Program

The 2008 Beach FC Open Golf Tournament was held Thursday, October 23rd at the beautiful Heron Ridge Golf Club in Virginia Beach. The proceeds from this annual event are used to fund the BFC need-based financial aid program for competitive players who find it difficult to pay for travel soccer. Click here for pictures of the event.

In spite of the chilly, cloudy morning that welcomed the golfers to Heron Ridge, spirits were high and the competitive atmosphere was electric as the tournament kicked off. 34 teams competed in the tournament and a good time was had by all. As the afternoon clouds gave way to sunshine, 136 golfers rolled into the club house, turned in their score cards, and awaited the announcement of the top 3 teams. Participants gathered in the banquet room and enjoyed an awesome Bar-B-Q dinner as they swapped stories of Hercules Tee Shots and 20 foot Putts that just missed. As dinner wrapped up everyone pulled out their raffle tickets and held their breath as over 25 winning numbers were called. Raffle prizes included numerous gift certificates to area restaurants, tickets to the beautiful Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, and the grand prize of a $250 gift certificate to Long Jewelers. The festivities concluded with the announcement of the top three teams and skills challenge winners. They are:

1st place foursome: Josh Nolz, Josh Kelly, Jessie Eisenhart, Mike Perkins

2nd place foursome: Arthur Tate, Brian Wickum, Eddie Fleener, George Kuhn

3rd place foursome: Eddie O’Brien, Billy Callahan, Reid Reinerth, Bill Kendra

Straightest Drive: Billy Callahan

Closest to the Pin Hole #8: Bill Kendra

Closest to the Pin Hole #15: Bill Jones

Longest Drive: Mike Pelter

Beach FC staff members Lisa Hill, and Debra Anderson were on hand all day to assure the tournament not only ran smoothly, but was an enjoyable club event. We would like to thank our volunteers for their time and dedication to our program. They include:

• Gina Koehler
• Shelly Hughes
• Leanne Belden
• Charlene Klein
• Mandy Romano
• Lisa Klein
• Florence Onuja and Mercy Akide-Udoh (What other local golf tournament has 3 time World Cup Players driving the drink cart!)

The 2009 tournament is already in the planning stages and promises to be bigger and better. For more information on Beach FC please visit www.beachfc.com or call (757) 689-8157.

10-24-08

WAGS Columbus Day Tournament 2008 U12 Girls Flight B Semi - Finalists... On Columbus Day weekend, the Beach FC U12 Girls traveled to the DC area to compete in the annual WAGS Columbus Day Tournament. The team grinded their way through the preliminary rounds winning all three games by a combined score of 9-0. Goal scoring was led by Aubri Beardon who finished with 4 total goals for the tournament. In goal, Whitney Townsend saved a penalty shot and along with Devany Brennan, Karly Casella, Julia Von Fetch, and Savannah Davies, the defense did not allow a goal till the semi-finals. In the semi-finals against a strong and physical Carolina Select (CSC) team, the Piranhas went down early 1-0. Midway through the first halve, Aubri Beardon tied the score at 1 apiece.

Carolina Select quickly put man marker on Beardon as both teams battled back and forth with many opportunities coming our way. With the score tied 1-1 in regulation, the match went into double overtime. With only 1 minute left, the final goal was decided on a penalty kick that ended the Piranhas quest for the finals. The girls gave an outstanding effort this weekend and all of their hard training throughout this year really showed. It was truly a team effort for our success and we are looking forward to our next couple of games in league play and in our next tournament. The Beach FC U12 Piranhas will compete in their next tournament at the Raleigh CASL Shootout.

10-20-08

Columbus Day Champions - U13 Piranhas Elite...The Piranhas U-13 Elite continued their season long success by winning their division of the Beach FC Columbus Day tournament. The Piranhas got off to a good start with a 2-0 win over the PWSI Courage White and followed that win with a 4-1 victory over the South Carrol Pride from Maryland. On Sunday the Piranhas took on Lynchburg United and battled their way to a 2-2 tie.

The Piranhas would finish up tournament play with a 5-0 win over the VA Rush Fusion and secure their Columbus Day championship. The piranhas finished the tournament with 3 wins, and 1 tie and scored a total of 13 goals wile only allowed 3. Team MVP for the tournament was Christina Telep who stepped up and played keeper for the weekend. The Piranhas Elite are coached by Melissa Rusak.

10-15-08

U15 Piranhas surge to victory in Columbus Day Tournament...The U15 Piranhas won our Beach FC Columbus Day tournament. The Piranhas kicked off the Tournament with a 10 -0 win against United FC 93G Elite Susan White would score three goals for the Piranhas and Nicole Varney would add two to lead the team.. The Piranhas would then drop their 2nd game of the day loosing to North Atlanta Synergy 1-0. Sunday morning the Piranhas took on VCCL rival FC Richmond. The Piranhas would win the matchup 2-1. Goals were scored by Taylor Smith and Kendra 'Mika' Mikatarian. The win would set up a rematch with the North Atlanta Synergy.

In the Championship match, the Synergy would get on the board early with a penalty kick to take a 1-0 lead. The Piranhas would rebound with a 2nd half goal by Breeana Mercado. The game would finish tied 1-1 and require the two teams to play two five minute overtime periods. In the overtime period, the Piranhas would get a goal from Cait Lesko to take a 2-1 lead and would follow with another goal from Kendra 'Mika' Mikatarian to finish the match 3-1 and claim the championship. Tournament MVP was awarded to Kendra 'Mika' Mikatarian.The Piranhas have played in the Championship match of 4 of their last 5 tournaments winning 3 of the championships.

09-25-08

Dear Beach FC Members, Alumni and Friends...I am pleased to let you know that Virginia Beach Travel Soccer, Inc (Beach FC) is now an approved write-in agency for the United Way.

What this means is that you can now contribute to the club by designating that your United Way contribution go to the Virginia Beach Travel Soccer, Inc. Please remember that our club is a 501c3 non-profit organization so your contribution is always fully tax deductible.

As a write-in agency, we do not have a United Way Code Number assigned. When you complete your United Way pledge card, all you need to do is to write in "Virginia Beach Travel Soccer, Inc" on the Agency Name line of your pledge card.

Please remember that your contributions help us to continue providing the youth of Hampton Roads an opportunity to play the great game of soccer. These contributions will also assist those with financial constraints as well as to support the continued development of other services.

Attached is an example of how to complete the United Way form. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Beach FC Office. Thanks again for you contributions and support of the club.

09-25-08

Beach FC Retains Gabriel Sports and Entertainment...GSE to manage club’s marketing, public relations, sponsorship and fundraising.

Virginia Beach, VA. – Virginia Beach Travel Soccer, Inc. (Beach FC) is happy to announce they have retained the services of Gabriel Sports and Entertainment (GSE). GSE will manage the club’s marketing, public relations, sponsorships, and fundraising effective immediately.

Beach FC is a volunteer-based organization providing a competitive soccer program to boys and girls between the age of eight and eighteen. Beach FC is organized as a non-profit corporation under the laws of the State of Virginia. The club’s mission is to deliver an expanding program to all youth, providing them with a rewarding soccer experience that allows them to develop to their full potential on and off the playing field. Recognizing the importance of developing well-rounded youth, Beach FC seeks to develop not only motor skills but also leadership skills, self-confidence, team and social skills. Beach FC is the area’s oldest travel soccer club celebrating 26 years of consecutive growth in 2008. Former Beach FC alumni include 2008 Olympic Gold Medal winner Angela Hucles of the U.S. Women’s National Team; Wade Barrett of the U.S. National Team and currently with MLS Houston Dynamo; and Steve Jolley, formerly with MLS NY Redbulls.

Gabriel Sports and Entertainment is a professional consulting firm specializing in marketing, sports management, sponsorship, and event promotions. GSE works with sports teams and leagues from professional to youth levels creating individual programs that help organizations run more efficiently, market themselves prominently, and establish partnerships that are beneficial to both the organization and the community it operates in.

For more information on Beach FC please visit www.beachfc.com or call (757) 689-8157.

09-24-08

World Maccabiah Games...Jewish soccer players (both male and female) have opportunity to represent the United States in the World Maccabiah Games next summer in Israel.

Maccabi USA Sports for Israel is looking for Jewish soccer players (both male and female) to represent the United States in the World Maccabiah Games next summer in Israel. Eligible players should have birthdays in 1994 birthdays and later. For more information contact Don Perelman at 215-567-6565 or visit www.maccabiusa.com.

09-23-08

Beach FC Sun Cup Placement...Girls Results:

U11 Piranhas

Finalist

MVP: Ashley Castelow

U11 Harrison

Placement- Finalist

Team MVP: Haley Disharoon

U12 Elite Red

Champions

MVP: Cami Eiland

U13 Piranhas

Champions

MVP: Alani Johnson

U14 Piranhas

Champions

Team MVP: Alexandra Mack

U14 Piranhas Elite

Finalist

MVP: Allie Branum

U15 Piranhas

Finalist

MVP: Taylor Smith

U15 Piranahas Elite

Finalists

MVP Alex Garcia

U16 Piranhas

Champions

Team MVP: Holley Beasley

09-23-08

Potomac Soccer Wire Announces Top 10 Programs in Virginia...Beach FC Girls program ranked 4th in state.

Virginia Beach, VA. – The Potomac Soccer Wire recently published the 2007/2008 club power rankings for Virginia. After the recently completed State Cup Competitions the results were compiled to determine the areas strongest youth clubs. The Beach FC girls program (7 points) is ranked 4th in the state in a 3 way tie with Northern Virginia Soccer Club (7 points), and Virginia Independent Soccer Team Association (7 points). The top 8 programs include:

1. McLean/McLean MPS (19 points)
2. Chantilly Soccer Club/FC Virginia (15 points)
3. Braddock Road Youth Club (14 points)
4. Northern Virginia Soccer Club (7 points)
4. Virginia Beach Travel Soccer (7 points)
4. Virginia Independent Soccer Team Association (7 points)
7. Loudoun Soccer (4 points)
8. Chantilly Youth Association (3 points)
9. Seven clubs tied for 9th with 1 point

Karl Greaves, Beach FC girls Director of Coaching said, "I am proud of the recognition of Beach FC alongside the top clubs in the Virginia."

The Potomac Soccer Wire is the largest soccer-specific email newsletter and web site focused on local soccer news, information, and community in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC. With over 8,000 subscribers the twice-weekly email newsletter receives 100,000 page views per month on their web site at http://www.potomacsoccerwire.com/home.

For more information on Beach FC please visit www.beachfc.com or call (757) 689-8157.

09-18-08

Next Level Training...Open to girls ages 10 through 13 seeking to fine tune their receiving, dribbling, finishing and one-v-one skills. Goalkeeper training will also be available.

Fridays:

5:30 - 7:00 at the Shipps Corner Complex.

Training group limit:

24 Field players

Dates:

October: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

November: 7,14, 21, 28

Fee:

$150

Contact:

Karl Greaves - docgirls@beachfc.com

Deadline:

September 29th

09-18-08

College Prep For girls ages 14-17...Play focused on individual attacking moves. Instruction will emphasize 1v1 moves, tricks and turns to encourage creative play. The aim is to develop the imagination that is required to enhance the individuals ability to change a game.

Wednesdays:

5:30 - 7:00 at the Shipps Corner Complex

Training Group Limit:

24 Field players

Dates:

October: 8, 15, 22, 29

November: 5,12, 19, 26

Fee:

$150

Contact:

Karl Greaves - docgirls@beachfc.com

Deadline:

October 1st

09-07-08

U11 Red Boys go to Championship Game ...The U11 Red Boys, coached by Kelvin Murray, attended the PWSI Toys for Tots Labor Day Tournament in Northern VA. The boys fought their way into the Championship Game and were awarded Finalists, dropping the match to the PWSI Courage Red 97 (2-1).

08-27-08

2008 Region 1 ODP Regional Selections...Congratulations to Hannah Carlson and Samantha Phillips who were selected to the 2008 US Youth Soccer Region I Olympic Development Program player sub-regional pools. These selections were made at the ODP camps that were held in July 2008. Hannah and Sam both play for the Beach FC U16 Piranhas.

The pool selections are designed to identify players of the highest caliber on a consistent basis to lead to increased success for the US National teams in the international arena.

08-27-08

Samantha Phillips Invited to U15 National Team Camp...Samantha Phillips #19, was selected to the US Region 1 Regional team in July. In addition, Samantha was invited to the U15 National Camp August 21-24th in Carson, Ca. Sam currently plays for two time State Cup Finalists the Beach FC U16 Piranhas.

Three U.S. Youth National Teams and 25 premier club teams from around the country played three games over the course of four days at the U.S. Soccer National Training Center in Carson. In all, a total of 42 matches were played, with the final games for each team coming early on Sunday. The event emphasized quality soccer and education ahead of results, and no standings were kept.

After working through her nerves at the beginning of the week Sam has settled into playing good soccer. She played outside back and her coaches pushed her hard to attack the goal from defender position. Sam was excited to have started in yesterdays game. She had an assist in the game and a goal in a prior scrimmage.

08-18-08

Former Beach FC star Hucles scores to lead U.S. past Japan in Olympic semi-final match...BEIJING -- Angela Hucles scored a goal in each half to lead the United States to a 4-2 soccer win over Japan and another Olympic final against Brazil. Hucles now leads the U.S in scoring with 4 goals.

The U.S. had to rally from an early deficit after Japan's Yukari Kinga opened the scoring in the 16th minute, but Hucles netted the equalizer from the six-meter (yard) line in the 41st and Lori Chalupny put the Americans ahead after beating two defenders in the 44th.

Heather O'Reilly added to the lead with a long-range shot in the 70th, and Hucles closed the scoring Monday in the 80th with a crossing shot that caught Japan goalkeeper Miho Fukumoto by surprise.

08-04-08

Beach FC Announces 2008 College Scholarship Receipents...The following Beach FC Scholarship winners for 2008 were recently informed of their selections. The winners for 2008 are:

Boys Best All-Around - Stephen Mein

Stephen attended Frank W Cox High School and played for 9 years with the Beach FC. He will be attending the University of Virginia in the Fall and intends on playing Club Soccer in College.

Boys Best Soccer Player- Tyler Romano

Tyler attended Landstown High School and played for 10 years with Beach FC. He will be attending Lynchburg College and was recruited to play soccer.

Girl's Soccer-Plus Best All-Around Award - Sarah Scheurich

Attended First Colonial High School and played for 1 year with Beach FC. She will be attending the University of Richmond and will be playing for the Spider's Women's Soccer Team.

Girl's Best Soccer Player - Brittany Michels

Brittany attended Floyd E. Kellam High School and played for 10 years with Beach FC. She will be attending Virginia Tech in the Fall and was recruited to play for the Hokies Women's Soccer Team.

Congratulations to each of the winners for representing Beach FC, their high schools and themselves in such a tremendous way in both the classroom and on the soccer pitch.

Congratulations also go out to all the Beach FC Scholarship applicants and all graduating high school seniors who played for Beach FC.

05-06-08

The 2008/2009 Beach FC Travel Coaching Staff...

2008 Girls Coaching Staff (New Staff in Bold):

U10 Piranhas Hurlbert - Joe Hurlbert
U10 Piranhas Mercy - Mercy Akide-Udoh – Women’s World Cup Player (Nigeria) – FIFA World All-Star and FIFA Ambassador and W-League Player (Hampton Roads Piranhas)
U10 Piranhas Futtrel - Teresa Futtrel – Beach FC Alumnus and College Player (Methodist College)
U10 Piranhas Beeman - Laura Beeman
U11 Piranhas Powers - Craig Powers
U11 Piranhas Barr - Jenn Barr – Beach FC Alumnus and College Player (UNCW)
U11 Piranhas Harrison - Julie Harrison – Beach FC Alumnus and College Player (George Washington Univ.)
U12 Piranhas - Juice Pantophlet
U12 Piranhas Elite Red - Ashley Godfrey
U12 Piranhas Elite Black - Sara Butsavage – HS Coach, Beach FC and College Player ( Lynchburg College)
U13 Piranhas - Florence Omagbemi Onuja – Women’s World Cup Player and Captain for Nigeria, W-League Player (Hampton Roads Piranhas)
U13 Piranhas Elite - Melissa Rusak
U14 Piranhas - Max Moore
U14 Piranhas Elite - Laura Jackson – HS Coach, W-League and College Player (Virginia Wesleyan College)
U15 Piranhas - Karl Greaves
U15 Piranhas Elite - Rachel Ankey – USSF “D” License and NSCAA National License and College Player (ODU)
U16 Piranhas - Max Moore
U16 Piranhas Elite - Jenn Denkler
U17 Piranhas - Robbie Gobble/Shelly Cohn
U18 Piranhas - Mike Gyori/ Bruce Hatfield
U18 Piranhas Elite - Kevin Robinson
Goalkeeper trainer - Vasit Leidy

Directors

Gerry Sharpe, Director of Soccer at insidefrwd@aol.com 

Steve Danbusky, Boys DOC at docboys@beachfc.com

Karl Greaves, Girls DOC at docgirls@beachfc.com

04-30-08

Brittany Michels (Kellam HS/Virginia Tech) is named in Soccer Buzz Top 150 College Recruits...Beach FC congratulates all of our 2008 graduating student athletes! We recognize all of our player’s efforts inside and out of the classroom. We are very proud of every graduating senior who has spent their club soccer careers at Beach FC. Click here for full listing.

04-28-08

Eddie Pope -free program in Virginia Beach on June 5...

Eddie Pope will be presenting a "Goals for Life" program on June 5, 2008 from 7 -8:30 p.m. at Landstown High School in Virginia Beach. CHKD is sponsoring this program. I ask that you let your friends know about it via email and/or place it on your web page for your club/organization. Eddie will also be here all weekend for the International Sand Soccer Tournament. Our program is for the athletes, coaches and parents. Click here to view the program brochure.

04-25-08

Women’s World Cup Stars Join Beach FC/NYSL Coaching Staff...

Beach FC/NYSL welcomes two Women’s World Cup Stars to the Coaching Staff:

Mercy Akide Udoh was the first African Women's Footballer of the year (2002) and was a 1999 and 2004 FIFA World All-Star.

She has played for Nigeria in the last three FIFA Women's World Cups and also helped Nigeria's Super Falcons to three African Women Championships (AWC) titles in 1998, 2000 and 2002. In November 2004, in 2005, she was named by FIFA as one of its 15 Ambassadors for Women Football around the world.

Mercy Akide is the continent's best player and the first African to play in the US Women's Soccer League (WUSA), for the San Diego Spirit.

Florence Omagbemi, who has been captain of the Nigerian national team and represented her country in over 80 games, more than any other player. Florence played in the WUSA with both Boston and San Diego. Merci and Flo played together in Nigeria on the national team and club soccer."

The duo of Akide and Omagbemi also led the Hampton Roads Piranhas to an undefeated W-league 14-0-0 season in 2003 and the club’s first National championship title in 9 seasons of play. Akide finished 10th in the league in scoring with seven goals and five assists for 19 points, but scored her most important goal of the year in overtime of the championship. In a scoreless match, in which Akide and Omagbemi controlled the play and had several dangerous chances, Akide’s 96th minute strike earned her the W-League Championship Most Valuable Player honor.

Gerry Sharpe, Director of Soccer says, “Experience, top-class playing ability, tremendous knowledge of the game and a great desire to pass on their qualities to our youth players made hiring Mercy and Flo a distinct pleasure. I trust that everyone connected with Beach FC and indeed the whole area soccer scene will take note of these prestigious appointments.”

Karl Greaves, Girls Director of Coaching states, “We are very fortunate to have two of the world’s most famous international soccer players on staff. They both have a gift of working with young people. Both players are great role models and our young players will have the ability to interact with Mercy and Flo on a daily basis.”

Andy Walker, Beach FC Executive Director, adds, “Hiring Mercy and Flo further supports Beach FC/NYSL’s commitment to hire the highest qualified and experienced coaches. Our player development model is supported by our top class coaching staff on the boys and girls side, and the addition of Mercy and Flo to the staff further acknowledges this priority.”

Mercy and Flo will be working with the travel players during Wednesday night Technical Training and will be coaching specific age group teams yet to be determined. In addition to these responsibilities, both Mercy and Flo will be working some of the 2008 summer camp dates for NYSL & The Piranhas, The 2008 Beach FC Academy and 2008 NYSL STAR Academy and are available for individual training. If you are interested in training with either player, please contact Karl Greaves at docgirls@beachfc.com.

04-21-08

Beach FC - Chelsea FC ID Program...June 16-20 at Shipps Corner...Registration Now Open! We cordially invite you to one of this summer's exciting talent ID - The Chelsea ID Program. Click here to view the program brochure.

Beach FC is proud to host Shaun Gore, Director of Chelsea FC "Football in the Community" programs, and members of his elite coaching staff. This is a great opportunity to be trained and evaluated by some of the top coaches from the Chelsea Academy. Additionally, a select group of players from the camp will be invited to train with Chelsea FC in London, next spring. Seven players from the 2006 camp and 12 from the 2007 camp where given this amazing opportunity. The camp includes a Chelsea FC training shirt, ball and giveaway. Enrollment is restricted to travel players only and will be limited so please register early to avoid disappointment.

This will be the 5th year of running the Chelsea program in the USA. From last summer's talent programs, over 80 girls and boys were chosen and traveled to Chelsea FC training ground in Cobham, England for a week of intense training. The Chelsea FC coaching staff then traveled with the players to Italy, representing Chelsea USA for an international tournament at Sportilia, Italy for an experience of a lifetime. - This summer this player could be you!

At Chelsea FC Team ID Camps you experience something different. Most camps are the same, a few fun activities where the coach impresses the players with his knowledge of coaching. Chelsea Camps are different. We expect you the player, to impress us. The Chelsea coaches will coach you throughout the week, and implant their knowledge to improve your talent, but ultimately we will be assessing your talents.

I hope you will take up the challenge at one of our Talent ID programs for 2008. Register Now!

04-14-08

Keegan Named CNU Women's Soccer Coach...

New women's soccer Head Coach Ruth Keegan

NEWPORT NEWS, VA - Christopher Newport University Director of Athletics, C.J. Woollum, today announced the hiring of RUTH KEEGAN as the school’s new women’s soccer coach.

“We are thrilled to have Ruth join our staff,” Woollum said. “Her vast experience and knowledge of the game assures us that our women’s soccer program will remain among the elite in Division III.”

Keegan’s coaching experience has come at several different levels. She served as an assistant at Old Dominion University from 1996-2006, and was the head coach of the soccer squad at Granby High School in Norfolk last season.

“I’m delighted to have the opportunity to lead the Christopher Newport women’s soccer program,” Keegan said. “I’ve always wanted to be a head coach at the collegiate level, and I look forward to continuing the great tradition of the program.”

Keegan, a native of Dublin, Ireland, graduated from Methodist College in 1995, and was an All-American and Dixie Conference Player of the Year while with the Monarchs. Her playing experience also includes five years with the Republic of Ireland national team. 

Keegan takes over the CNU program following the departure of Kwame Llloyd, who recently became head coach at the University of Vermont. Lloyd led CNU to an overall record of 91-40-8 over the last seven seasons. His team reached the NCAA Tournament three times, including an “Elite 8” appearance in 2004 when the Captains finished 16-4-3.

“From what I’ve seen, we’ve got a good core group,” Keegan continued. “The players have worked hard in the off-season and we’re ready to begin our official spring workouts on Monday.”

03-06-08

Hampton Roads Piranhas Power Soccer Teams Are Off To Atlanta...Two Club Sides to Compete in East Coast Power Soccer Regional Championships

The Hampton Roads Piranhas’ are sending two teams, the Tidewater Piranhas, to compete at the 2008 East Coast Power Soccer Regional Championships in Atlanta Georgia, March 7th – 8th. Eighteen teams from Virginia, Indiana, Tennessee, Maryland, Florida, Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, and Missouri will compete for the title of East Coast Champions and the chance to compete at the US Power Soccer Association (USPSA) National Championships in June. The Hampton Roads Piranhas partnered with Virginia Power Soccer and formed the Tidewater Piranhas in 2005.
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03-06-08

Congratulations to the U12 Beach FC Girls Piranhas Elite who were the Finalists in the Chesapeake Icebreaker Tourney.

03-06-08

Three Beach FC Players, Jeremy Robinson, Chris Albiston and Alex Baumgardner will represent Virginia at the 2008 ODP National Championships at Pizza Hut Park this weekend in Dallas, TX.

State US Youth Soccer ODP teams, boys and girls, have earned their way to the 2007 US Youth Soccer ODP National Championships by way of winning their US Youth Soccer ODP Regional Championships. The format, similar to the US Youth Soccer National Championship Series, provides state teams the opportunity to compete against teams from other regions in a championship tournament.

03-06-08

Ryan Zamuda “Z” - Beach FC Boys U19 Red signs with Virginia Wesleyan College and receives Presidential Academic Scholarship.

03-06-08

The U11 Beach FC Piranhas Elite Godfrey team won the Chesapeake Cup Icebreaker Invitational U11 premiere girls division defeating PSC 4-3 in the final game to win the division. Coach Ashley Godfrey and Players: Sheyenne Stretz, Mariah Harrison, Maggie Cummings, Ann Peyton Diffenbaugh, Caroline Dugas, Marilu DeSimone, Cami Eiland, Emily Kenney, and Alex Prisinzano and Hannah Starkey

03-06-08

The Beach Chix won 1st place in the PLAYERS FUTSAL LEAGUE 2008...Hosted by Baylake Pines, Athletic Directory. Jon Hall Players included: Ashley Detki, Jillian Fleming, Anna Koehler, Meredith Romano, Alyse Stukey, Catie Slater, Alex Uzdavinis, and Susan Woziel. Coached By Kelly Donnelly, Kristen Byrnes and Tyler Romano

03-06-08

Congratulations to the U10 SISL Winter Indoor Champions – BFC Piranhas...Coached by Laurie Phillips and Dan Disharoon.

02-19-08

Beach FC is looking for U13 Girls Players for the Piranhas Elite Team...If you are interested in learning more about the team, please contact Karl Greaves, Girls Director of Coaching at docgirls@beachfc.com.

02-14-08

Hampton Roads Piranhas Super Y FAQ's...The Super Y-League is a national system designed for talented youth players destined for college, professional or international careers. The league is a perfect compliment to the Hampton Roads Piranhas vision of providing superior training and highly competitive games for elite players. For more Super Y League FAQ's click here.

02-13-08

Hampton Roads Piranhas Super Y...The Hampton Roads Piranhas are gearing up to host their first season of the Super Y-League. The Super Y-League is a program run through the professional league United Soccer League (USL) and sanctioned by US Club soccer. For more information on the Super Y League click here.

01-12-08

Beach FC U15 Red Player, Drew Hartell, Invited to the US Soccer U17 Residency Program...Congratulations to Drew Hartell, Beach FC U15 Red, on his invitation to the US Soccer Federation Under-17 Residency Program this spring. Drew has been an impact player on the U15 Red for several years and was noticed by the United States Soccer Federation Staff at the 2007 Disney Showcase Tournament. Drew has been with Beach FC since his U9 year when he was coached by Beach FC Director of Soccer, Gerry Sharpe. We will keep you posted on Drew's progress as he plans his soccer future. Drew's invitation proves that hard work on and off the field combined with a player development training model can lead to great things! We wish Drew the very best!

Please read below to find out more about the US Soccer Under-17 Residency Program.

CHICAGO (August 22, 2006) - U.S. Soccer's Under-17 Residency Program's fall semester kicked off this week as the 40 players began training at IMG Academy in Bradenton, Fla.

With only a year until the 2007 FIFA U-17 World Cup, the 40-player roster consists almost entirely of eligible players (born on or after Jan. 1, 1990), as 26 of the players were born in 1990 and 13 in 1991. Eleven of the 12 older players (born in 1988 and 1989) moved on to college or the professional ranks earlier this summer, with only Kyle Davies remaining in Residency to finish up his high school studies this semester.

In all, 21 players return to the Residency Program for at least their second semester, while 19 players will begin their first semester under the instruction of U.S. Under-17 Men's National Team head coach John Hackworth. Of the new players, nine were born in 1990 and 10 were born in 1991.

In an effort to ensure they identified the top 40 players in the extensive player pool, Hackworth and the U-17 staff invited a total of 76 players into selected camps from August 2005 to July 2006. While the U-17 coaching staff travels around the country to scout players, inviting them into a U-17 national camp allowed the coaching staff to get an in-depth and personal view of each player.

"In the past, finding the best players has always been a little tough because you're basing your decisions on watching players with their club teams," said Hackworth. "It is much different when you have them with you in the national team camp, have them in training and when you put them in game situations and they put on a national team jersey. Getting a chance to see these kids perform as part of the U-17s has been invaluable in terms of picking out the best players for the Residency Program."

All of the players will be competing to be a part of the next FIFA U-17 World Cup, which will take place from Aug. 18 to Sept. 9, 2007, in South Korea. The U.S. is the only country that has qualified and competed in all 11 FIFA World Championships at this age group. The U.S. will attempt to continue the streak as the CONCACAF Under-17 Qualifying Tournament will take place in April of 2007.

The 40 U.S. players live on campus at the IMG Academy in Bradenton, Fla., and train daily under the guidance of Hackworth and assistant coaches Keith Fulk, Raul Diaz Arce, Tim Mulqueen and Brian Maisonneuve. Starting this semester, there is one notable schedule change in the Residency Program as the players will now train at IMG Academy in the morning and attend classes at Edison Academy in the afternoon.

Started in 1999, the U.S. Soccer Residency Program has become a symbol of U.S. Soccer's dedication to producing development opportunities for players and the success of the Youth National Teams. With the successes of the U.S. Under-17 MNT during the first few years, the number of players invited into the full-time Residency Program was doubled from 20 to 40, adding 10 additional players in both fall semesters of 2002 and 2003. U.S. Soccer has been able to increase the number of players enrolled in the program to provide greater opportunities for young players and increase its investment in player development. With 40 players in Residency, the program is able to field two full teams that train together during the week, and get the chance to compete against club, college and international teams on the weekends.

"The residency program has given our players an excellent opportunity to grow and move up the ladder in the world of soccer and become professionals in Major League Soccer, some of the biggest clubs in Europe and even make an impact on the full U.S. Men's National Team," said Hackworth. "We will look to continue this progress here in Bradenton by providing the players with an environment where they can prosper as individual players and gel as a team, crucial elements that have allowed for a positive move forward for all of our men's national team programs."

Since its inception, 170 players have been through the full-time Residency Program, and more than 40 of those players have moved on to Major League Soccer, or the professional leagues in Europe. Twelve players have also registered at least one cap with the full MNT: Freddy Adu, DaMarcus Beasley, Michael Bradley, Bobby Convey, Landon Donovan, Eddie Gaven, Eddie Johnson, Chad Marshall, Oguchi Onyewu, Heath Pearce, Santino Quaranta and Jonathan Spector. Beasley and Donovan both started in the 2002 FIFA World Cup as 20-year-olds, and were joined by Convey, Onyewu and Johnson in 2006.

In its first year of existence, the U.S. Soccer Residency Program enrolled 20 of the elite players in the country to train together in Bradenton and produced instant success as the Under-17s qualified for the FIFA Under-17 World Championship in New Zealand in November of 1999. On the world stage, the American teenagers rose to the occasion, winning their group and advancing to the semifinals before being ousted in a penalty shootout. The fourth-place finish tied for the best showing by a U.S. Men's Youth National Team in a major international competition. Also, U.S. stars Donovan and Beasley were awarded the Gold and Silver Balls, respectively, as the top two players in the entire tournament.

After struggling in the "Group of Death" two years later, the U.S. rebounded with back-to-back fifth place finishes in the following two FIFA U-17 World Championships in 2003 and 2005. Last September at the 2005 FIFA U-17 World Championship, the U.S. went undefeated in group play to win their group for just the third time in 11 appearances, and the first time since 1999.

01-12-08

Beach FC Alumnus Brandon Massie Named to DIII Kicks All-American Third Team.

01-09-08

Congratulations to the following Disney Finalists...Girls U18 Piranhas Semi-Finalists at Disney Showcase, Girls U15 Piranhas Semi Finalists at Orange Classic, and Boys U15 Red Finalists at Disney Showcase (pictured below)

Front Row: Eric Bird, Corey Mavromatis, Marcus Luster, Danny Scholz, Woody Townsend, Byron Weeks, and not pictured Chris Albiston
Back Row: Coach Jakob Fenger, Ian Fleming, Michael Eberhardt, Tyler Ferring, Patrick Gest, Jeremy Robinson, Hunter Byrnes, Drew Hartell, and Manager Mike Byrnes

12-19-07

Beach FC Red U-18 Players Cap Beach FC Careers with Successful Showing at CASL Tournament...The Beach FC Red’s final tournament was a success as they went undefeated this past weekend at the CASL Shootout Showcase in Raleigh, NC. The team allowed 1 goal as both goalkeepers, Ryan Zmuda and Matt Harkins, showed very well. The Red had an overall 2-1-0 record for the weekend. Goals were scored by Tony Tchani, John McKenzie and Shawn Edwards. Their first match was a 1-0 victory over FC Frederick. Their second match, versus #1 ranked Cedar River CRSA, was an exciting 1-1 tie in poor weather conditions. The last match of the weekend was a 2-0 win over Futura BGSC in a shortened game due to weather.

During Thanksgiving weekend, the Red had an extremely successful showing at the Baltimore Boys College Showcase where they were named Champions. In this tournament, Red had a record of 3-1-0. They played exceptionally well and had 14 goals for in four matches. Their first match was versus Bermuda resulting in a 3-1 win. The only tie was their second match versus the 3rd ranked SAC Red Premier with a score of 3-3. Their third match against the JR TERPS resulted in a 5-1 victory. The Reds finished a great weekend, won the championship beating Freestate 3-0. Goals were scored by Tony Tchani, John McKenzie, Shawn Edwards, Scott Davis and Brain Cunningham. The two goalkeepers, Ryan Zmuda and Matt Harkins, were impressive all weekend.

The Beach FC Red finish with an overall ranking of 3rd in the State of Virginia.

U18 Red Players: Brian Cunningham, Scott Davis, Shawn Edwards, Matt Harkins, Shola Johnson, Phil Kroft, Josh Krum, Kendall Lawson, Alex Martin, John McKenzie, Stephen Mein, Cameron Moore, Ariel Pimentel, Tyler Romano, Kevin Steward, Tony Tchani, Caleb Thomas & Ryan Zmuda

We will keep you posted as the players make final commitments to colleges.

12-17-07

Brittany Michels Named NSCAA High School All-American...Beach FC Players Named to NSCAA All-Region and All-American Teams.

2007 NSCAA/adidas High School Girls All-American

2007 NSCAA/adidas High School Girls All-Region III South

12-17-07

Beach FC congratulates the following players on their selection to the Virginia State Olympic Development Team:

Girls

1991 – Anna Curfman

1993 – Emily Camper; Hanna Carlson, Samantha Phillips and Chloe Boros

1994 – Alexandra Mack and Emily Leonard

1995 – Alani Johnson; Jennifer Klein, Casey Olsowsky and Emma Halvorsen

Note: Emily Leonard and Chloe Boros have been invited in to State Camp to be evaluated since they were playing in the MLS showcase during the tryout period. We do have other players who have been invited back for a second evaluation and will list those players as they are selected to the squads.

Boys

1991 - Denny Arinello; Chris Luce; Ryan Oakes and Ryan Washburn

1992 - Chris Albiston; Alex Baumgardner; Brent Fitts; Drew Hartell and Jeremy Robinson

1993 - Eric Bird; Ian Fleming; David Noel; Daniel Scholz

1994 - Jeff Bombelles

1995 - Peter Pearson

Note: Eric Bird was selected to the Region I Pool. Hunter Byrnes (1992) was invited back to state tryouts due to a previous injury.

Have a great holiday! The next Weekly Report will be distributed in January.

12-07-07

Old Dominion Cup Champions...Beach FC/NYSL Olympiakos U-12 captures the Silver grouping in Virginia Beach. Check out www.olddominionsc.org. A fun-filled and most memorable weekend for our players and families!

11-26-07

Beach FC Congratulates Alums Wade Barrett and Corey Ashe, and The Houston Dynamo – 2007 Major League Soccer Champions!

11-26-07

Beach FC Alumni Reach MLS Cup Final...Corey Ashe – Houston Dynamo; Wade Barrett – Houston Dynamo and Adam Cristman – New England Revolution. Congratulations Fellas!

Adam Cristman
NE Revolution

Wade Barrett
Houston Dynamo

Corey Ashe
Houston Dynamo

11-22-07

U15 Piranhas State Cup Finalists...The Beach FC U-15 Piranhas, ended their 2008 VA State Cup run as State Finalist. The two time Finalist lost in a very competitive match to the four times State Champions, Braddock Road Azul 1-0.

The Final four weekend in Williamsburg started on Saturday October 27, with BRYC Azul defeating Loudoun Red in a high scoring game 5-3. The Beach FC U-15 Piranhas at the same time was battling with cross town rivals VA Rush U-15 Nike.

The first goal was scored by Rush and Beach FC added their own to end half 1-1. In the second half the Piranhas scores three unanswered goals to end the game 4-1.

On Sunday the Piranhas were up against the three time State champs for the Championship. The game started out with the Piranhas creating several chances but were unable to capitalize on them. The best chance came as a result of a penalty kick which was saved by a very talented goalkeeper. The at half time the score remained 0-0. The second half saw a more composed Braddock Road team, the Piranhas however continued to compete. Midway into the half BRYC Azul scored from a 25yds shot, which allow them to retain the VA State CUP Championship. The effort from both teams was tremendous.

Congratulations to Braddock Road Azul, Coaches and players.

Congratulations to the Beach FC U-15 Piranhas who are State Cup Finalist for the second time.

11-14-07

BEACH FC U14 BOYS RED AND GIRLS U14 PIRANHAS COMPETE IN 2007 ADIDAS MLS SHOWCASE TOURNAMENT...The biggest professional soccer match in the United States will take place Sunday afternoon at RFK Stadium, November 18th. But before the pros take the field, some of the countries best youth teams will showcase the star players of the future.

This year’s event will once again take place in conjunction with the 2007 MLS Youth Showcase. The Showcase will be November 16 & 17 at George Mason University.

This event will showcase some of the top U14 Boys and Girls teams from across the country, while giving the participants the opportunity to witness the top two teams in MLS battle for the Championship. Each team is guaranteed 3 games over the two days, and will also have the opportunity to take part in the various 2007 MLS Cup festivities.

Among the teams involved in the 2006 edition of the Adidas MLS Youth Showcase will be Beach FC U14 Piranhas and U14 Red Boys. Both squads will get a chance to play two matches on Friday, November 16th and another on the morning of Saturday, November 17th against some of the best competition in the country. The tournament will be held on the fields of George Mason University. The teams will wrap up their weekend in by watching New England and Houston vie for the 2007 MLS Cup title.

11-13-07

2007 Raleigh Shootout Finalists...The U14 Piranhas competing in the Raleigh Shootout made it to their second finals in the three tournaments they have played in this fall. The Piranhas kicked off the tournament with a 3-0 win against KFC Chelsea Blue from Tennessee.

The Piranhas followed the win with another shutout with a 2-0 win against the JYSC Fury from Florida. Entering the third match the Piranhas and the North Meck 93 Storm Red were both tied for first therefore the winner would move on to the Finals. The Piranhas answered the challenge and played their best match of the tournament. They would score goals in both halves and take a 2-0 lead before eventually conceding their first goal of the tournament with five minutes remaining. The Piranhas would win the match up 2-1 and move on to the finals where they would face the Vista Omni from Northern Va.

The Piranhas started slowly and gave up an early goal to the Omni; however, they maintained their composure and created some quality opportunities against a very organized and athletic Vista team but were unable to recover from the early goal.The Piranhas are now 1-1 in finals this fall. Congratulations to the U14 Piranhas on the successful weekend.

Taylor Smith and Molly Jarrett were the standout players on the weekend for the Piranhas.

11-06-07

FIFA News Release...US out in Beach Soccer World Cup...USL players come up short in overtime against Portugal

Portugal beat USA with a last-second extra time goal to qualify for the quarter-finals of the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup 2007, where they will face host nation and defending champions Brazil. It is the end of the road for USA, however, but they can be proud of their performance at the tournament which augurs well for the future.

Read more >>

11-05-07

Beach FC “NEXT LEVEL TRAINING” Winter Session...Technical - Physical - Functional - Free play – In-Motion Speed and Agility Speed & Agility

Program:

• Ages: Girls U10-U15
• Start date: January 8th – Every Tuesday and Thursday for 1 2 sessions (Make up days in case of adverse weather will be on Wednesdays and Saturdays)
• Time: 5:30 – 7:00 pm
• Location: Shipps Corner Training Facility
• Cost: $140.00; Early Bird Registration DISCOUNT - $125 if you register before January (includes T-shirt)
• Staff: Karl Greaves; Max Moore; guest coaches and college/professional players

Click here for more information.

11-05-07

Beach FC Named Fall 2007 Virginia Club Champions League (VCCL) Club Champions

11-03-07

Beach FC U-10 Piranhas (Powers)...FINALISTS at the Beach FC Columbus Day Tournament. Coached by Craig Powers the girls had a great weekend, winning 7-1 against the FC Richmond Mystix, 4-2 against the Alexandria Samba, and 6-0 against the Wald Wings of Waldorf, MD. In the final game the teams were evenly matched and the girls played tough but ended up losing 2-3 in overtime to the Westminster Wolves of Columbia, MD. It was a GREAT weekend of soccer and the girls did a FABULOUS JOB!

11-01-07

Dear 2007 Golf Participants, Sponsors and Volunteers...On behalf of Beach FC, I want to thank all of you for helping us have our best golf tournament as of yet! The 2007 Beach FC Open Sponsored by Mass Mutual Financial Group collected over $11,000 for Need-Based Financial Aid to go to players and families that find it difficult to play club soccer. Please remember our sponsors when you shop for goods and services in the Hampton Roads area and beyond. Beach FC Travel Soccer is a [501(c)(3)] non-profit organization. We are deeply grateful for your support of Beach FC and for your unwavering commitment to helping us provide a top quality youth soccer program for our kids. Your assistance benefits the entire organization. Please accept our sincere gratitude and we look forward to seeing you at next year’s event! Click here to access the photo album, or here to read more.

11-01-07

Congratulations to Adam Cristman...past Beach FC player until the age of U15 (Moved to Richmond at U16) and current New England Revolution Player, for being one of the three players nominated for Major League Soccer Rookie of the Year! Congratulations to Adam!

10-29-07

Beach FC and Chelsea FC FITC Create Partnership...Beach FC is delighted to announce a new relationship with Chelsea FC Football in The Community (FITC) USA. As part of the program Beach FC will be hosting a Chelsea FC FITC Talent ID program next summer (more information on this program to follow). Additionally Chelsea will be running a talent ID tour to the UK this spring. As a member of Beach FC you are receiving this special invitation to participate in this ID Tour. The trip includes training and evaluation at Chelsea FC training ground in London before traveling to Italy as Chelsea FC FITC USA for an International Tournament!

You will be receiving an e-mail from Richard Eaton, the Chelsea FITC USA Director and if you have any specific questions, you may e-mail Richard directly. We are very excited about this program. Many players from Richmond Kickers, Richmond Strikers, Virginia Legacy, and other clubs, against whom we compete, participated in the program last year and had a fantastic experience.

There are only a few spots on the tour roster for this spring, so please e-mail Richard at Chelseafc@avcsports.com immediately if you are interested in receiving more information!

The 2008 program is available for both boys and girls ages U10-U16. We welcome Chelsea FC as a community partner!

10-29-07

2007 Virginia Youth Soccer Association State Cup Finals...Congratulations to the U15 Girls Piranhas and the U15 Boys Red on reaching the 2007 Virginia Youth Soccer Association State Cup Finals – We are proud of both teams as they had a great run in the cup!

SEMI-FINALS:

U15 PIRANHAS 4 - VIRGINIA RUSH NIKE 1
U15 RED 4 - ARLINGTON VENOM 2

FINALS:

U15 PIRANHAS 0 - BRADDOCK ROAD AZUL 1
U15 RED 0 - MCLEAN 2

09-15-07

2007 Beach FC Open...Click here for more information...Click here for the Tournament Brochure.

09-07-07

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE BEACH FC U13 PIRANHAS... coached by Max Moore and Kris Andre on their CHAMPIONSHIP OF THE GREENSBORO ADIDAS LABOR DAY SHOOTOUT! The ladies capped off an outstanding tournament with a winning goal in the 59th minute by Nickie Ivey to seal the championship over the SOCA Express. The Piranhas started out the tournament strong with a 2-0 victory over the SCSA Gold girls with goals by Mary Rives Dougherty and Grace Haverly.

The girls played some of their best soccer with relentless front-line and mid-field pressure by Ashley Gonzalez, Virginia Hernandez, Rebecca Johannes, Carly Mackey, Kara Mason, Melanie Oakes, Kirsten Runkles, Nickie Ivey, Mary Rives Dougherty and Grace Haverly. In game 2 the girls played to a 1-1 tie in a battle with the Roanoke Star Elite, with a goal by Mary Rives Dougherty.

The semi-final game went to PK’s after a 1-1 tie with a goal by Nickie Ivey, in which the Piranhas prevailed in the 9th PK. Defense has been a brick wall, allowing just 2 goals over a four game tournament and only 5 goals over 9 games this season, led by Danielle Goldberg, Olivia Camper, Caitlyn Dodd and Julia Culbertson. Our keeper, Ashlee Hood has been a Monster in goal, shutting down all attempts and winning a critical PK battle in the semi-final. OUTSTANDING JOB GIRLS!!!

U13 Girls Piranhas – 2007 Greensboro Champions

09-02-07

Beach FC U-11 Piranhas Elite...2nd place winners of Williamsburg Cup

09-02-07

Angela Hucles recently named to the Women's World Cup team

Angela Hucles, recently named to the Women's World Cup team, will be relaying her experiences to 757soccer from China as the Cup progresses. Look for a special Women's World Cup page that will be created just for Angela & her teammates.

08-22-07

U-12 Beach FC Piranhas Champions, Williamsburg Sixes U-13 Division...The U-12 Piranhas opened their season playing in the Williamsburg Sixes U-13 division. The girls faced some strong competition and went undefeated to play in the championship game where they faced a much larger Newport News FC U-13 team. The Skill and quickness of the Piranhas paid off with two quick goals however thes Newport News team fought back to tie things up only to have the piranhas score again. Newport News later scored to tie the game sending it into over time which was one by the Piranhas on a direct kick following a foul inside the box.

08-22-07

Three is the number for the Beach FC U-12 Piranhas, Sun Cup Champions...For the second week in a row the U-12 Piranhas bring home championship metals, this time for their own clubs tournament. The Girls started out strong with 4-0 and 6-0 shutouts over the GCAA wild Cats and the ODSC Sparks placing them in a semifinal match against the Loudoun Black. The Loudoun Black presented a tough match with the Piranhas winning 3-2 to send them to the Championship game to face the New York Minisink Miracles for the third year in a row. The Piranhas have faced the Minisink Miracles at the Sun Cup for the past two years both times losing by a score of 2-1. This time a determined Piranhas team was not to be denied the championship and some sweet revenge by winning the game with a score of 3-1.

Congratulations Girls!

U-12 Piranhas - Sun Cup Champions

08-13-07

2007 Williamsburg Sixes Champions

2007 Williamsburg Sixes Champions: U11 Piranhas

07-16-07

Super 20 Men and Women Reach National Finals in New Hampshire: Piranhas Super 20 Women and Men Earn Trips to North American Finals in New Hampshire on August 2-5.

Women:

The South Atlantic Division leading Hampton Roads Piranhas U20 Women extended their lead over the remainder of the pack on Saturday with a 5-0 win in Manassas against the Northern Va. Majestics.

An impressive, two goal, one assist performance out of striker Genna Brand produced a 3-0 half time lead for the Piranhas. The Piranhas got on the board early with an outstanding goal. Brand about to receive a ball at the top of the six from Ashley Kukura allowed the ball to go through her legs, her movement froze the keeper and the ball finished in the back of the net. Brand then scored twice; her second goal coming off an assist from Megan Ryan to give the Piranhas their 3-0 halftime lead.

The second half saw the Piranhas maintain their dominant play and finished off the match with two goals from Victoria Jackson. The fifth goal came off an assist from Anna Curfman. The Piranhas have now secured a trip to the North American Finals. The Piranhas are now 6-0-0 and have scored 21 goals and allowed 1 goal on the season.

Men:

The Piranhas Super 20 Men clinched the South Atlantic Division on Thursday as they defeated the Northern Virginia Royals 5-1 in Nokesville, Va. The men finish the season at home against Triangle FC on Wednesday, July 18 at 1:00pm at Shipps Corner. The Piranhas have scored 20 goals and have only allowed 6. The Piranhas have now secured a trip to the North American Finals.

Hampton Roads Piranhas Super 20 Director, Andy Walker, states, “We are very proud of our players as they have worked hard for 3 months to reach this level. We are excited to represent the club in New Hampshire. Most importantly, our players will be better prepared for their rigorous College and Club seasons over the next 10 months.”

For more information about the U20 Piranhas or the Super-20 league please visit www.uslsoccer.com or www.hrpiranhas.com

07-16-07

Beach FC Boys U12 Red
2007 Virginia State Champions
2007 Region I Finalists

Action V. Rhode Island

Game Winning Goal Celebration V. Connecticut in the Semi Final

2007 US Youth Soccer Region I Finalist Team Photo

06-08-07

Beach’s Ashe is a real Dynamo... by Christopher A. Vito The Virginian-Pilot

Corey Ashe felt small at the Major League Soccer SuperDraft in January. For a 5-foot-4 player like Ashe, that didn’t come as a surprise. But this was a different kind of small. The Virginia Beach native said he was humbled and a bit overwhelmed by the ESPN camera crews that had set up in Indianapolis, the site of the draft. That feeling quickly evaporated, however, when Ashe heard his name called in the second round, No. 26 overall. “When Houston picked me, it became this great experience,” Ashe said by phone from Houston, where he is in his rookie season and preparing for tonight’s game at the Chicago Fire. “I felt a lot better, one of the best experiences of my life.”

His young career got better last month, when he debuted with the Dynamo. His promotion from the team’s senior developmental squad made Ashe the third Beach native to play in the MLS. And the Dynamo have been nearly untouchable since Ashe joined the once injury-decimated club. They are 7-2-1 in MLS since the midfielder’s call-up, allowing Houston to rise from the cellar to first place in the Western Conference. All the while, the 21-yearold Ashe is trying to keep a level head and chip in where he can. That’s difficult to do while playing for the defending league champions. It’s also difficult to do from the sideline. After netting 22 goals at North Carolina, Ashe has one assist through 10 games with the Dynamo in limited playing time.

Ashe is confident his game will come around with more time on the field. “For now, I understand that I’m the guy who comes in for 10 minutes to give other guys a breather,” Ashe said, “but that doesn’t mean I don’t want to be a goal scorer. I just have to let everything work itself out.” That time may yet come for Ashe, a former standout on the United States under-17 national team. One of his Houston teammates, Wade Barrett, said it could be sooner than Ashe thinks. Barrett has seen flashes of Ashe’s potential in practice, where the rookie’s full-throttle style of play is most visible. “He’s been a positive-impact player for us and that’s tough for a first-year player who’s just trying to get acclimated,” Barrett said. “I know he’s won over a couple of the veterans with his speed and his attitude in practice.”

“It’s my job,” Ashe said. “I don’t want anyone to take it from me because of my size, guys.”

The second-shortest player selected in this year’s draft, Ashe knows he needs to be swift to stay competitive. The Dynamo generously list him at 5-6.

“But they always add an inch or two, don’t they?” Ashe said jokingly.

06-08-07

Congratulations to the Boys U12 Red – 2007 VYSA State Cup Winners

We wish them the very best as they will represent Virginia at the 2007 Region I Championships in Maine June 28-July 3

Congratulations to the Girls U14 Piranhas – 2007 VYSA State Cup Finalists

05-18-07

CELEBRATING 25 YEARS OF SOCCER EXCELLENCE - 1982-2007...

Congratulations! Beach FC - Spring 2007 VCCL Club Champions

7-Time VCCL Club Champions (Ties the Richmond Strikers with 7 Club Championships) - Fall 1997,
Spring 2000, Fall 2000, Spring 2001, Fall 2001, Fall 2003 & Spring 2007

Beach FC State Cup Champions:

Dear Beach FC Members and Friends,

I want to take a moment to congratulate ALL teams on their success this past year. It has been one of the most successful years for the club on and off the field. We are proud of all of our teams! The success on the field is a result of our vastly improving infrastructure and increased involvement of your volunteer efforts. We cannot thank you enough for the fantastic work over the past 12 months! Thank You!

We are very proud of our teams as they have all stepped up to the challenge! We have many VSLI teams that have finished in the top three of their divisions (final standings will be posted and communicated in the next week). Our Club teams have won an incredible amount of division and tournament championships!

We have 3 teams competing in the State Cup Final Four at the HRSC Complex during the weekend of June 2-3: Girls U14 Piranhas; Boys U12 Red and Boys U14 Red. Beach FC has won 20 State Championships and 1 Region I Championship over the past 25 years! An incredible accomplishment!

Andy Walker
Executive Director and Director of Club Development

05-03-07

Beach FC is pleased to announce their 2007/08 Coaching slate...Click here for details.

04-10-07

USL News Release - TAMPA, FL - Piranhas acquire PDL team...Team to fulfill 2007 schedule established for Submariners...United Soccer Leagues announced today that the PDL franchise rights for the territory of Hampton Roads, including Virginia Beach, have been acquired by the Hampton Roads Piranhas, a 13-year member and 2003 champion of the W-League. The club will begin play in 2007, assuming the schedule previously established for the Virginia Beach Submariners. The club also unveiled its new logo.

The Piranhas were among the pioneer clubs in the W-League when it was officially launched in 1995. Led by W-League Executive Committee member Marcie Laumann, the club has helped raise the benchmark for excellence in the league, winning numerous awards and hosting the W-League Championship on two occasions. Laumann, her husband Doc, and the club were inducted into the USL Hall of Fame in 2004 for their years of service as Builders in USL.

The new Hampton Roads Piranhas men's team will assume the PDL schedule previously established for the Submariners for the 2007 season as members of the Mid Atlantic Division. The club will also provide 2007 season passes for both the PDL and W-League Piranhas to 2007 season ticket holders of the Mariners and Submariners. The PDL team will play at site to be announced and will be coached by former Submariners coach Jon Hall. Hall coached the team to a division title last year and is re-loading the roster for the 2007 campaign.

"With the twists and turns of the past few weeks, I am thrilled that the team will be playing," said Hall. "We are proud to be a part of the Piranhas organization."

"I am thrilled to have Jon back at the helm of the PDL Piranhas," said Piranhas General Manager Marcie Laumann. "He did an amazing job with the PDL team last season and we are fortunate to have him as part of the Piranhas organization."

"We are grateful to Marcie Laumann and those individuals behind the Piranhas for stepping in and making the commitment to ensure PDL soccer continues in Virginia Beach," said USL Executive Vice President and COO Tim Holt. "With their excellent record on and off the field, the Piranhas were without question our first option and proven operators of a successful soccer team."

The Piranhas, who recently created the Piranhas Youth Foundation with several youth soccer organizations, previously added Boys and Girls USL Super-20 League teams for the 2007 season as part of their growth into a vertically-integrated club.

"It was my goal in forming this foundation that the Piranhas W-League team, and our new boys and girls youth teams work as one in the pyramid system USL has provided across North America," said General Manager Marcie Laumann. "It is a huge undertaking, but with the commitment we have from our youth affiliates we can now pursue the highest level of USL opportunities available for both the boys and girls teams as well as the adult player."

"Although there are unique challenges to adding a PDL team on short notice, we firmly believe that this will help the foundation provide a complete platform for player development for both boys and girls in the Hampton Roads area and look forward to the challenge," added Laumann.

In conjunction with the announcement today at a press conference at the Virginia Beach Resort Hotel, the club also unveiled its new logo, which features a newly designed piranha graphic in a Native American motif.

"It was time for an update," said Laumann. "Although our original Piranha with long eye lashes and a fat tummy was loved by our fans, the new logo better represents our commitment to both the men's and women's side of the pitch.

04-03-07

’92 Piranhas Capture Beach FC Classic and place at Score at the Shore South, Tampa...During the windy championship game, the ’92 Piranhas held on for a 1-0 win against a strong Weston Township team from New Jersey to win the Beach FC Spring Classic. After a 0-0 first half, the Piranhas were able to strike quickly in the first 10 minutes while going against the wind in the second half. Amelia Wallace- Zocher, team MVP for the tournament, fittingly scored the game winner as she stepped up to take the corner and was able to bend it in from the right side of the field. The game saw plenty of missed opportunities but with a strong effort in goal by Marie Connor and stellar defending by Sam Butrym, Colleen Looney, Torrie Jackson, and Katie Morris, the Piranhas came out on top. In the first game of the tournament, it was a sea-saw battle but Wallace-Zocher opened up the scoring by dribbling around the keeper to put away the lone goal of the game. Against the next opponent, the Piranhas again showed their strength and determination. The Piranhas never panicked after being down 1- 0 in the second game of the day. Wallace- Zocher again opened up the scoring in the second half on very similar opportunity as her first goal. With their confidence brewing, the Piranhas got two more scores from Anna Curfman and an own goal.

In the previous tournaments, the Chesterfield Ice Breaker tournament and the Score at the Shore South, Tampa, the Piranhas, played their best soccer of the spring. The Chesterfield tournament, the record was 2-1. The team did not advance to the championship game due to point differential; however, they had a very good weekend of soccer as they scored 6 goals and gave up 2.

At The Score of the Shore, the Piranhas lost in the quarter-finals to YMS Yardling, one of top teams in the region, by a score of 2-0. Those were the only 2 goals that the Piranhas gave up all weekend. During this tournament, they showed the class, effort, work rate, determination and skill that have become a norm for the ’92 Beach FC Piranhas. With a strong defending in the 3 tournaments that totaled 11 games, the Piranhas allowed 9 goals while scoring 15. Connor has been the backbone of the defense in notching 7 shut-outs. The combination of individual skill and the emphasis of team work has made the team success possible. The U15 Piranhas are coached by Juice Pantophlett.

04-03-07

Beach FC Alum. Wade Barrett Gains 2nd Career Cap (National Team Appearance) V. Guatemala - Barrett, Mullan Added to US Roster...US National Team head coach Bob Bradley added Houston Dynamo defender Wade Barrett and midfielder Brian Mullen to his 24-man roster on Monday.

The duo from the reigning MLS Cup champions replaces Dynamo midfielder Ricardo Clark (sprained LCL) and Chicago Fire striker Chris Rolfe (sprained knee).

The Americans started training on Monday at the IMG Academy in Bradenton, Fla., to prepare for friendlies against Ecuador on Sunday in Tampa, Fla., and Guatemala on March 28 in Frisco, Texas.

03-29-07

U14 Piranhas Elite Reach Semi-Finals in Chesterfield Ice Breaker...Congratulations to the U-14 Piranhas Elite for their semi-final appearance in the Chesterfield Icebreaker. On Saturday they tied both games 0-0. The first match was against the Richmond Strikers Premier.

Their 2nd match of the day was against the FASA Fredericksburg Freedom. These ties placed them second in the bracket and advanced them to the Semi Finals.

In their semi-final on Sunday, they fell to the Richmond Kickers Red 0-4. The Piranhas Elite played with a lot of energy and passion until the end. Congratulation to the U14 Elite on their effort and performance in the tournament.

03-29-07

Beach FC U13 Piranhas Win Chesterfield Icebreaker...The Beach FC U13 Piranhas went undefeated in winning the 2007 Chesterfield Icebreaker Tournament. The Piranhas outscored opponents 11-3 on their way to the championship.

The Piranhas defeated the SOCA Express 3 -1 in their first match and followed that up with a 2-2 tie against the Richmond Strikers Elite. In their third match the Piranhas defeated the Great Falls Extreme 6 -0 to win their bracket and advance to the finals.

The Piranhas played the LMVSA Patriots in the Championship match to a 0-0 tie and won the championship in penalty kicks. Congratulations to the U13 Piranhas!

03-29-07

U-10 Piranhas Elite Black Win Chesterfield Ice-Breaker...The U-10 Piranhas Elite Black playing in the Gold Division of the Chesterfield Icebreaker Tournament in Richmond. Our Piranhas rose to the challenge making it to the semi-finals before being eliminated by the Richmond Mystics who went on to win the tournament.

In the first match against the Richmond Strikers Rachel Boyd hit a 35 yard match winner in an eventual 1-0 match. Keeper’s Carly Nolen and Brittany Paschall recorded shut out with outstanding defensive support from Marilu DeSimone, and Caroline Dugas.

In the second match against the Chesterfield United the Piranhas took a 1-0 lead. The goal was scored by Tacora Lemelle. Carly Casella’s and Julia VonFecht’s had shots just missing the far post by inches. Eventually the Piranhas conceded 2 goals to loose 2-1.

The Piranhas advanced to the semi finals as the division runner-up against the Richmond Mystx. The Piranhas took a 1-0 lead in the half against the Mystx. The goal was the result of a superb finish by Hannah Brown. In addition, Morgan (Bunny) Will, Meredith Romano, Hannah Brown along with Courtney Ballou attacked tirelessly. Tired, banged up and in one case ill, the Piranhas girls gave it their all and finished the match on heart in a 4-1 loss in which they never gave up. The Piranhas Elite Black are coached by John Ballou.

03-26-07

2007 Beach FC Tryout Dates and Notification Procedures...Click here for details.

03-23-07

Hampton Roads Piranhas Add United Soccer Leagues (USL) Super-20 Men's and Women's Teams to Player Development Model...The Hampton Roads Piranhas are pleased to announce they will support both men's and women's Super 20 teams to begin play this summer 2007. United Soccer Leagues (USL) created the Super-20 League in 2006. The league is designed as a graduating youth league for elite players from 17-20 as they advance beyond the traditional youth bracket to the senior professional and amateur development leagues. The league will debuted in the summer of 2006 with teams representing all levels of US and Canadian soccer from elite youth clubs to first division professional teams in the US and Canada. Some of the teams included in the league are: Ironbound SC (Super Y-League), Brooklyn Knights (Premier Development League), Cleveland Internationals (W-League), Harrisburg City Islanders (USL Second Division), Toronto Lynx (USL First Division) and the New York Red Bulls (MLS) to name a few. Read more >>

Super 20 Tryout Dates:

Girls Super 20 Tryouts – May 15 at Virginia Wesleyan College – 5:30pm
Boys Super 20 Tryouts – May 14 at Shipps Corner Soccer Fields – 5:30pm

Rain dates:
Rain dates for both tryouts are May 19 at 5:30pm at designated sites named above.

For more information please contact:
Boys Super 20 Steve Danbusky – docboys@beachfc.com
Girls Super 20 Karl Greaves - Mindtheatre@cox.net
or call 757-689-8157

03-23-07

The Tidewater Piranhas win Silver at the 2007 East Coast Power Soccer Regional Championships...During the two day tournament, held 9-10 March 2007 in Atlanta, Georgia, the Piranhas competed with 9 other Division 2 teams from Alabama, Indiana, Missouri, Florida, and Georgia. After making it through pool play with a 3-1 record, they defeated the Lakeshore Power from Birmingham, Alabama, 6-0 in the semi-finals. By this time, everyone knew about the ‘Cinderella Team’ from Virginia since they had been formed only 6 months earlier but were beating teams which had competed at multiple Regional and National Championships. And now they were in the finals, facing the only team that they hadn’t defeated, the DASA Dynamite 1 team from St. Louis, Missouri. Read more >>

03-22-07

U-11 Piranhas, Chesterfield Ice Breaker Champions...Congratulations to the Coach Joe Hurlbert and the U-11 Piranhas on their championship in the Chesterfield Ice Breakers Gold division. The first game of the tournament had the girls up against a determined FC Richmond team whom they had beaten the week before in the opening game of the VCCL, FC Richmond was able to set the stage for an unbelievable weekend of soccer by winning the match 2 to 1. The girls went on to win the next game 8 to 0 over Chesterfield United SC putting them in the semi final game as the second seed against another VCCL rival SOCA. The semi final match was played to a 2 to 2 tie and was won by the Piranhas on the seventh shot of a PK shoot out. Winning the semifinal match set up for a rematch between the Piranhas and FC Richmond for the championship. The final match was played to a 1 to 1 tie and after two overtime periods the girls found themselves in yet another PK shoot out which they won on the sixth shoot to become the tournament champions.

03-20-07

The Beach FC U12 Piranhas out scored their opponents 14-1 to win the 2007 Chesterfield Icebreakers Tournament...Their opening game saw great competition against the Foothills Freedom from Pittsburgh, PA. The teams exchanged goals during the first half on a score from Nikki Ivey and then remained tied for most of the remainder of the game. A goal late in the second half by Caitlyn Dodd gave the Piranhas the victory. Saturday's second game saw yet another team from Pennsylvania. Two goals by Grace Haverly and a third from Mia Normile secured an easy 3-0 victory against Northern Steel Select. On Sunday morning, the Piranhas faced the MSI Potomac Kickers. Not usually a "morning team," the girls rose to the occasion and delivered a 6-0 victory against the Maryland team. Melanie Oakes contributed a hat trick, as well as a pair of goals by Caitlyn Dodd, and an own goal. The Piranhas final match in the round robin was against the Fireballs from Fauquier. A victory would guarantee the girls the Championship. They defeated the Fireballs 3-0 with goals scored by Mary Rives Dougherty, Nikki Ivey, and another own goal. Congratulations to goal keeper Ashlee Hood who posted three shutouts this weekend. Additionally, superior play was provided by Crista Busche, Julia Culbertson, Samantha Feagin, Danielle Goldberg, Virginia Hernandez, Rebecca Johannes, and Kara Mason. A great team effort was provided by ALL! Congratulations to the U12 Piranhas coached by Craig Powers!

03-15-07

Register for Spring Break Camp now - Early Bird Discount $75... ($100 registration after April 4th)

Beach FC Striker/Keeper Spring Break Camp

Dates:

April 9-13

Times:

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Location:

Shipps Corner

Ages:

Boys and Girls U10-U14

Cost:

$75 on or before April 4th. $100 after April 4th

You can register online at the following link, or by visiting the Beach FC website.

A great opportunity to learn how to score goals on a consistent basis. The camp is designed to teach all players, no matter what position you play, how to attack in the final 1/3rd and, more importantly, SCORE GOALS! The camp will include:

• Dribbling: moves to beat an opponent, shielding, and 1v1 competition
• Finishing: significant time and opportunities in the goal area
• Passing: striking the ball with a variety of surfaces, deception and the weight of your pass will be introduced
• Goalkeeping
• Activities designed specifically to improve your performance in front of the goal
• Tons of giveaways and prizes throughout the week

03-15-07

Beach FC graduates/College soccer...The ultimate goal with our players is to provide an opportunity for our players to play college soccer if they choose. There is considerable opportunity available in our country for our female soccer players. As the Director of coaching for Beach FC, my primary purpose is to maximize opportunities for our players; although, everyone may not choose to play at the college level. However, with that goal in place for everyone, it allows our Beach FC teams to become successful and creates opportunity for each player regardless of their ultimate decision. Read more >>

03-14-07

Beach FC U-12(Boys) Black Win Rush Cup...The Beach FC U-12 Boys Black team won the Rush Cup for their bracket on March 11, 2007. They had no goals scored against them going into the final championship match on Sunday. The defense held strong through all four games and the offense was superior in shots on goal. The final match was against the Prince William Courage and they proved to be tough competition. The Black team was up 2-0 at the half, and the Courage came back to tie it up early in the second half. Both teams played hard and battled it out, until the Black took over and won the game 4-2.

03-13-07

Girls U14 Piranhas - Champions Chesterfield Ice Breaker...Congratulations to Max Moore and the GU14 Piranhas for an undefeated weekend; CUSC GU14 Gold division Champions. The weekend started with two physical PAW teams; first the North Stars which the girls handled 5-0, then the Foothills Fusion 3-0. In Sunday's Semi-Final match the Piranhas came up against the always competitive VA Legacy Phoenix; at the end of regulation time the game was tied 1-1. The girls came through on PK's 3-1. In the final, the Piranhas defeated the Foothills Fusion 2-0 to capture the Championship. It was an impressive offensive and defensive effort.

02-12-07

Piranhas Launch Youth Foundation - Local Youth Club Affiliates Sign Letter Of Intent...The Hampton Roads Piranhas are proud to announce that they have signed a letter of intent with two local soccer organizations, Virginia Beach Travel Soccer, Inc. (Beach FC/NYSL), and Chesapeake United Soccer Club (CUSC), to proceed with the formation of the Hampton Roads Piranhas Youth Foundation. The new foundation will provide assistance in the day to day management and operations of the Hampton Roads Piranhas W-League team, as well as operate and manage numerous youth teams on both the girls and boys side of the pitch.

The primary goal of the Hampton Roads Piranhas Youth Foundation will be to provide local youth soccer players with the opportunity to play on top level teams that will compete in national programs such as the USL Super 20, and USL Super Y Leagues. Additionally the foundation will work with area youth players by providing high caliber camps and clinics with access to both Olympic and World Cup players. Hampton Roads Piranhas owner and GM Marcie Laumann said, "Access to world class players and programs will be one of the major opportunities the foundation will provide the community." Laumann explains, "It was my goal in forming this foundation that the Piranhas W-League team, and our new boys and girls youth teams work as one in the pyramid system the USL has provided across North America. It is a huge undertaking but with the commitment we have from our youth affiliates we can now pursue the highest level of USL opportunities available for both the boys and girls teams as well as the adult player.” Additionally Laumann is excited about the charity work the foundation will support. She explains,” The formation of this foundation will allow us to expand our charity work in the community. That has always been at the top of my list as to the purpose of the Piranhas organization. The Piranhas have tried to be as involved as possible in community events and in return Hampton Roads has supported us for 13 seasons."

Chesapeake United Soccer Club President Matt Hinson said “Chesapeake has followed the Piranhas over time and witnessed their value and commitment to the youth players and the community. This affiliation with the foundation will strengthen Chesapeake’s goals of development of players and providing the best opportunities for youth players to participate on top level teams in state and national programs. Chesapeake’s proud to b e part of this foundation which should prove to be a “win-win” for the community.”

Virginia Beach Travel Soccer, Inc. Executive Director Andy Walker states, "We are excited to join forces with Marcie, and Chesapeake United Soccer Club, to start this exciting endeavor. All three organizations have had a great working relationship. All of our youth players will now have an opportunity to be exposed to high level soccer on a daily basis. It is exciting to know that our youngest players, boys and girls, can grow throughout the club at various levels, and have the opportunity to be part of the Piranhas Organization as supporters and players."

The foundation will kick off it’s commitment to area youth players by operating both a men’s and women’s USL Super 20 team this summer. The teams will compete in the South-Atlantic division of the Super 20 and play against teams from FC Fredericksburg, Northern Virginia Royals & Majestics, Triangle FC, and Charlotte SC. Try out dates and additional information will be released in the near future.

The Piranhas W-League team will kick off their 13th consecutive season at home Sunday, May 13, as they take on their in state rivals the Richmond Kickers Destiny. The Piranhas will play a 12 game schedule with several exhibition matches in the works. The team will once again compete in the Atlantic Division, one of the toughest in the W-League. In addition to the Piranhas, the Atlantic Division includes the Richmond Kickers Destiny, Charlotte Lady Eagles, Atlanta Silverbacks Women, Bradenton Athletics, Cocoa Expos Women, and first year expansion team, FC Fredericksburg Lady Gunners. The Piranhas will play home matches at Virginia Wesleyan College. Season tickets are now on sale. For more information visit the Piranhas web site at www.hrpiranhas.com.

02-12-07

Williamsburg - Former Beach FC and William and Mary Alum. Retires from the MLS...After a 10-year career, Steve Jolley retired from professional soccer.

Former William and Mary standout Steve Jolley announced his retirement from professional soccer recently. The 10-year Major League Soccer veteran played for three teams during his tenure in the league, finishing his career with the New York Red Bulls this past season.

According to the Red Bulls’ Web site, Jolley said he will enroll in graduate school at Columbia University. He also accepted a position with the investment firm Merrill Lynch’s Global Private Client division in New York.

Former Tribe standout Steve Jolley retired from professional soccer after a 10-year career in Major League Soccer.

Jolley was the ninth overall pick overall in the 1997 MLS Draft by the Los Angeles Galaxy. He spent three years with the Galaxy before being traded to the New York/New Jersey MetroStars, where he spent four seasons. Jolley spent the 2004 and 2005 season playing for FC Dallas, before returning to New York to play for the Red Bulls (formally the MetroStars) in his final season. He was selected in one MLS All-Star game in 2001 and played the entire second half in a 6-6 draw.

During his MLS career, Jolley played in 227 games, making 206 starts. He also finished with 12 goals and 11 assists. During his time in New York, Jolley played in 120 games, which ranks as the third most in the franchise’s history.

Jolley was heavily involved in charitable work during his MLS career. He and his wife, Pilar, raised $11,000 in a soccer fundraiser in Dec. 2001 to help families in their New Jersey neighborhood, who suffered personal and financial hardships as a result of the Sept. 11 attacks. The Jolley’s launched Just Jolley Charitable Foundation (justjolley.com), to support America SCORES, a soccer and writing program in U.S. urban areas, in July 2002. The foundation has raised over $20,000. For his efforts, Jolley garnered the MLS Humanitarian of the Year honor in 2002.

During his tenure with the Tribe, Jolley earned numerous accolades. He was a four-time All-CAA selection, including a two-time first-team honoree. As a freshman in 1993, Jolley earned CAA Rookie of the Year honors and was selected to the Soccer America Freshman All-America team. He was a three-time NSCAA All-South Region choice and played for the United States’ Under-20 National Team in 1994 and 1995.

Jolley ended his W&M career ranked among the school’s all-time leaders in points, goals and assists. He still ranks second on the Tribe’s career assists list with 37, while ranking fifth in points (109) and goals (36). Jolley also had seven game-winning goals during his career.

W&M advanced to the NCAA Tournament during three of Jolley’s four seasons and won CAA Championships in 1995 and 1996. During the 1996 season, the Tribe won a school-record 20 matches on its way to the NCAA Quarterfinals, before falling to eventual national champion St. John’s. During Jolley’s four seasons with W&M went a combined 68-17-5, including a 23-4-3 CAA mark.

W&M head coach Chris Norris played with Jolley during his freshman and sophomore seasons at W&M in 1993 and 1994. During the 1993 season, W&M went 12-5-3 and advanced to the NCAA Tournament. The following season, the Tribe went 18-3-1 and despite being ranked as high as No. 5 and finishing the season ranked No. 14, the Tribe did not garner a NCAA Tournament invitation.

01-31-07

2007 Sand Soccer Championships HELP NEEDED! Please e-mail me to find out how you can help.

01-31-07

We are excited that Beach FC and In-Motion Physical Therapy have joined together... to sponsor 1^st aid certification for all of our coaches. We have made it manditory for all travel coaches to be Red Cross first aid certified. We will complete certification by June, 2007.

01-31-07

Beach FC Welcomes the following new staff members to the club...

Jeff Bilyk

- Mariners Player; Clemson University Graduate; MLS Player - U11 Boys Red

Lee Sullivan

- Beach FC Alum; VWC Graduate and Captain - U12 Piranhas Elite

Katie Johnson

- Wake Forest Graduate and All-American; Beach FC Alum. - Staff Trainer

Willie Kee

- Virginia Wesleyan College Graduate; 3 years Div. I Player at Radford; Princess Anne MS Coach - Staff Trainer

Greg Danielson

- UNC Player; A-League Player - Staff Trainer

Julie Harrison

- George Washington Univ. Div. I; Beach FC Alum.

Kent Von Fecht

- State Licensed Coach; Coach of the Hotwings playing in the spring VSLILeague - Beach FC U10 Development Team (NYSL Hotwings)

01-24-07

Beach FC Wishes The Shak Family The Very Best as They Begin a New Chapter of Their Lives...I would like to thank the Beach FC family for giving me the opportunity to work with such an amazing organization and to fulfill my passion for teaching young people the game of soccer. I have been inspired and encouraged by many parents and children of Beach FC and I thank you for your support. I have thoroughly enjoyed the experience and I appreciate the opportunity to learn from and work with the great staff and coaches at the club. For the Shak family, it is time to move on as God calls and life moves in a different direction. Some of you may know, I have accepted an opportunity to work with an organization in Charlotte, NC called Missionary Athletes International (MAI). MAI is a Christian non-profit organization that uses the sport of soccer to share God’s message of faith, hope, and love with those who are in need.

The organization operates a professional soccer team in the USL Division 2 called the Charlotte Eagles and a W-League team called the Lady Eagles. My primary responsibility will be working with the men’s team as both a player and assistant coach. I will also be involved in building relationships with churches and teaching them how to use sports as a creative way to reach their communities. MAI is a multi-faceted mission that uses the sport of soccer in various ways to reach people for Christ. The professional teams are used to help develop and disciple young Christian athletes in their faith. Each player on both the men’s and women’s teams go through a 5 month discipleship course that teaches them how to effectively share their faith, how to use coaching as a ministry, and how to use the platform as a professional athlete to influence the community and the world in a positive way. At the end of each season the team partners with churches and other missions organizations to take international tours that allow players to serve others, play international competition, and to use what they have learned throughout the season. Next year, the team will be taking a 2 week trip to Nigeria to play some high level competition and to train church leaders and to show churches how sports ministry can be effective in reaching the community. The players on the team are also coaches for the club’s bible-based Christian soccer camps that take place throughout the course of the summer. Other opportunities exist for the players to work with inner-city kids and refugee’s who have settled in the Charlotte area.

Our family is extremely excited to join this mission to reach the world for God, through the sport of soccer. As a professional player for the past 7 years in both MLS and Division 1 I am proud to say that my faith has continued to grow to a point where soccer is no longer the most important thing in my life. It definitely used to be, but as I have continued to love God and love people (especially my wife Kari and daughter Jaeda) I have realized that there are many more important things than the sport. For so many years, I have lived, eaten, breathed, read, watched, and played the game as if it were the most important thing in life. Playing for the Mariners isn’t who I am, it’s just what I do for this season of my life. The past few years as I searched for what the future holds and thought about having a “real” career, I began asking myself questions like: what is life really about? And, what is my purpose here on this earth? I don’t know that I’ve found all the answers but I have started to find myself more fulfilled than I have ever been when I began serving and loving other people. The past year and a half our family has had the privilege of running the outreach program and working with the youth at our church, NewSong Ministries. I have found that as I began to give my time and talents to doing the best that I can to improve the quality of life for somebody else, God was doing something pretty amazing things in my heart. He continued to humble me because I began to realize that life is not about me. When you serve a purpose in somebody else’s life, rather than just living for yourself, somehow it gives your life greater meaning. Through loving God, loving my family and friends, serving in our church, and teaching kids valuable principles through soccer that they will hopefully carry with them for the rest of their lives, I have found meaning in my own life. People ask me why I love God so much, I really don’t have an answer except for the fact that I know that God loved me first. The bottom line is...God’s love has changed me forever and my desire is to spend my life helping others experience the same thing.

The Shak family is now in the process of raising the adequate finances needed for their family to live and fulfill the mission that God has called them to do. If you would like to make a contribution or for more information about Missionary Athletes International and the Charlotte Eagles Soccer Club you can stop by the Beach FC office for a brochure, visit the websites (www.maisoccer.com & www.charlotteeagles.com), or contact Steve directly at 757-395-0444.

01-16-07

Beach FC Congratulates Angela Hucles... for being named to the US Women’s National Team Roster for the 4 Nations Tournament

CHICAGO (January 15, 2007) – U.S. Women’s National Team head coach Greg Ryan has named the 20-player roster for the 2007 Four Nations Tournament in Guangzhou, China, taking place from Jan. 26-30. The U.S. will face Germany (Jan. 26), England (Jan. 28) and China (Jan. 30) in the annual competition that brings together four of the world’s top women’s soccer teams. All the matches will be played at Guangdong Olympic Stadium in Guangzhou.

Ryan chose the roster after a five-day training camp at The Home Depot Center in Carson, Calif., that featured 28 players. This will be the sixth time the USA has traveled to China in January for the Four Nations tournament. The USA also participated in 1998, 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2006, taking top honors four times, winning in every year but 2002.

Without several veterans, the U.S. will bring a young roster to the tournament, but several experienced players will still lead the way. Defender Kate Markgraf, who will captain the U.S. team in the absence of Kristine Lilly, has 153 caps and four world championship tournaments on her resume. In addition to Markgraf, Ryan named six other players who were members of the 2004 Olympic Team in goalkeeper Briana Scurry, defenders Cat Whitehill and Heather Mitts, midfielder Angela Hucles and forwards Lindsay Tarpley and Heather O’Reilly. Hope Solo, who started 18 of the USA’s 22 matches last year, earning 13 shutouts, joins Scurry as the two goalkeepers on the roster.

For Whitehill, her first match at the Four Nations Tournament will be her 100th career cap. Should she play against Germany in the USA’s first match of the competition, at 24 years, 350 days, she would become the fifth youngest player and 19th overall to earn a 100th cap for the USA. Only Cindy Parlow, Mia Hamm, Lorrie Fair and Lilly (in that order) would have been younger.

This will be one of the youngest rosters the USA has ever taken into a major tournament, with 14 of the 20 players aged 24 or under. Ryan named three uncapped players to the roster in 2006 ACC Offensive Player of the Year Yael Averbuch, 20, from UNC, Lauren Cheney, 19, who scored 19 goals as a freshman at UCLA last season, and Casey Nogueira,l 17, who played a major role at the 2006 Final Four, scoring in both the semifinal and championship game to help the Tar Heels to the NCAA title. Averbuch was a member of the U.S. team that played in the FIFA U-19 Women’s World Cup in Thailand while Cheney and Nogueira were members of the U.S. team that played in the 2006 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Championship in Russia. Ryan also named Florida State star India Trotter, who earned her first and thus far only career cap at the Four Nations last year.

As all four teams at the Four Nations will be participating in the 2007 FIFA Women’s World Cup, the tournament will serve as a simulated run-through of a Women’s World Cup group, giving each team valuable experience in the country that will host the Women’s World Cup in a little less than eight months.

01-16-07

Beach FC congratulates Corey Ashe...picked in the MLS draft second round by Champions Houston Dynamo.

Experience

Coached at UNC by Elmar Bolowhich

Second-team All-ACC (2004)

ACC All-Freshman Team (2003)

Two-time ACC Player of the Week

High School: Edison Academy, FL

Earned Parade All-American honors (2002)

Earned All-America accolades from adidas (2001)

Nominee for Chevrolet Youth Athlete of the Year (2003)

Club/National Team

Member of the U.S. Under-17 National Team since 2001

Represented the U.S. at the FIFA Under-17 World Championships in Finland (2003)

Played for Beach FC Impact, serving as the club team's captain for three years

01-16-07

Congratulations to Beach FC Alumni...Corey Ashe (Major League Soccer – 2nd Round Draft Pick), Angela Hucles (Named to U.S. Women’s National Team for the Four Nations Tournament), Genna Brand (Invited to the U.S. Women’s U-19 Inter-Regional Event in Ventura, CA.), and Nicole Moore (U.S. Women’s inter-regional Event in Ventura, CA.), playing at the highest level!

Genna and Nicole attended an inter-regional event at the Home Depot Center (U.S. Training Center) at which U.S. National Team coaches were in attendance evaluating players for the National Team pool.

01-02-07

W-League alignment set for 2007 - Playoff format announced...TAMPA, FL  United Soccer Leagues announced the official alignment for the 2007 W-League season. Including four new teams, the alignment is comprised of 35 teams. The league's playoff format was also announced.

The new teams for the 2007 are the San Diego Sunwaves, Fredericksburg Lady Gunners and Jersey Sky Blue as well as the Washington Freedom SC, which played an exhibition schedule in 2006 as an Affiliate Member of the league.

The structure of the W-League alignment will remain the same for next season with three conferences and two divisions in the Central and Eastern Conferences.

The playoff format varies for each of the conferences.

The top two teams in the Western Conference will meet at the higher seed for the Conference Championship and berth to the W-League Championship tournament.

In the Central Conference, a pre-determined club will play host to the top two teams from each division with the top seed from each division playing the second-place club in the semifinals and the winners squaring off for the Conference Championship and berth to the W-League Championship tournament.

The Eastern Conference regular season champion will play host to the four-team conference championship tournament consisting of the host, the other regular season division champion and two First Round playoff winners. The First Round divisional match-ups, to be played midweek, will feature the third-place clubs visiting the second-place sides for a chance to advance to the conference tournament. The Conference Champion will advance to the W-League Championship tournament.

The W-League Championship tournament will consist of the league semifinals and the championship match at a site to be determined.

USL Public Relations - Gerald Barnhart / Jason Minnick - Tampa, FL - 813.963.3909 - fax: 813.963.3807

Piranhas 2007 Season Tickets

Purchase your 2007 Hampton Roads Piranhas season tickets today! Click Here. The Piranhas will play a 12 game W-league schedule, with home matches being played at Foster Field on the Virginia Wesleyan College campus. Cheer on the Piranhas at all six of their regular season home games for just $29! If you purchase four or more season tickets in one order, they are just $25 each! Individual tickets at the gate will be $6.

The Piranhas kick off their 13th consecutive season at home Sunday, May 13 against their in-state rivals, Richmond Kickers Destiny. The full schedule will be released by the USL in the near future.

To download the 2007 Season Ticket Order form select Piranhas, then 2007 Piranhas Season Tickets. For more information about the team, please visit the Piranhas website at www.hrpiranhas.com.