Springfield SC Win Opening Match

Posted on June 25, 2011 by Ole

Springfield SC 94/95 at Region 2 Championships by JT Adams

Springfield SC - 2
Waukesha Pumas (WI) – 0
A pair of goals in the first half held up for the win in their first Regional game. Goals were scored by Jakob Neidig (Ozark) from Dallas Moses (Catholic) free kick and by Evan Craig (Catholic) from Mitch Moncada’s (Catholic) assist.

The boys will play against Galaxy (IL) on Sunday. Galaxy is the 12th ranked team in Region 2 and they defeated the #5 ranked Everest Black (OH) squad 1-0 this morning. SSC faced the Galaxy May 7th in Muscatine IA. The Galaxy won that game 2-1 enroute to a 1st finish in the Midwest Regional League Premier Blue Division with a 6-1-0 record. Springfield SC finished 3-3-1, finishing 4th. Galaxy’s one loss was to Vardar (MI) in their opening match April 8th. SSC defeated Vardar 2-0 two weeks later at a game in Rockford.

Looking at scenarios (is it ever too early?) would indicate that a tie Sunday and a win over Galaxy could put the boys through to the semifinals. Goal differential would be the key then, a dangerous place but a better alternative then a loss but the same scenario holds true for the Galaxy, a Chicago-area squad that made it to Regionals as a wildcard choice following their 3rd place finish in the MRL.

U17 Girls St. Louis Scott Gallagher – 4
Lexington FC 94 Premier (KY) – 0
Molly Brewer and her teammates had a strong opening game. They face off against the MN Thunder squad tomorrow. The Thunder won 1-0 over Cincinnati United (also known as CUSA).

U18 Girls St. Louis Scott Gallagher –
Carmel United Elite 93 (IN) –
4pm game

Springfield SC 94/95 Earn 2nd Season In Midwest Regional League Premier Division

Posted on May 21, 2011 by Ole

Nic Bauer, Springfield SC 94/95 (Glendale 2013)

The Springfield Soccer Club hosted the Blue Valley SC (KS) this afternoon at the Greenwood Stadium field at the Cooper Soccer Complex. The final game of the regular season, the local boys needed a win or a tie to ensure they would remain in the top-flight of the Midwest Regional League for a second straight season. They ensured that with a shutout win today.

Springfield SC 94/95 - 1
Blue Valley SC – 0
The game was scoreless at halftime with limited opportunities as the teams played conservatively and controlled. That changed in the second half as both teams came out in a more aggressive attacking mode. SSC came close in the first five minutes when Nic Bauer (pictured) snapped off a quick shot from close range that the keeper was able to push over the crossbar. Soon after, a simple ball to the left side sent Bauer deep into the offensive end where he was able to beat his defender on the endline and move towards the box. As the defenders converged, his square ball was touched and redirected through the six yard box by his teammate ?. As the ball rolled across the face of the goal, all the BVSC GK could do was watch as Andrew Schenk (Nixa 2013) ran onto the ball and buried it at the far post for the game-winner.

The result was not ensured as BVSC pushed forward and were especially dangerous on set pieces but GK Evan Loyd (Greenwood 2013) was up to the challenge as was his defense.

The team, who are ranked 1st in Missouri in their age group, are ranked 21st in Region II. They advance along with the Eclipse Select (IL) who are ranked #4 in Region II and reached Regionals last year, Galaxy Blue (IL), MN Thunder Academy 95 Blue (MN) who were State Champions and Regional Finalists as well as Madison FC Gold (WI) who were State Champions, in the top flight next year.

The final challenge this season will be to take their ranking into the Missouri State Cup, scheduled for June 11-15, and win only the 3rd State Championship for a team from this region. They would join the SSC 90/91 squad that won two titles and included Devon Newport and Graham Basecke (SLU), Ryan Moses (Missouri State) and Ian Kennedy and Ryan Squires (Wm Jewell) among others.
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Springfield SC will be holding Tryouts June 20-22 this year.
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Midwest Regional League – Springfield SC U17 Fall To KC Blaze

Posted on May 22, 2010 by Ole

Jackson Patillo (Willard 2011) battles KC Blaze (red)

Springfield SC – 1
KC Blaze Velocity – 2
In the final weekend of play for the MRL First Division, the local boys fell to the KC squad that is currently in the middle of the table with them. After a scoreless first half, the Blaze got a pair of goals in 10 minutes early in the second half from Conner Parrish (St Pius X) to gain the lead on the hosts. Springfield pushed up and scored a goal midway through the second half, by Austin Hart (Glendale) as he collected a loose ball in the box following a throw-in and dribbled across the face of the six yard box before slipping it inside the far upright. The team was unable to get a tying goal and only avoided a larger margin due a pair of quality saves by goalkeeper Levi Millsap (Catholic).

The team is made up of boys from Glendale, Kickapoo, Catholic, Carthage, Joplin, New Covenant, Marshfield, Willard from the names I recognize. Coached by Mike Seabolt (Missouri State), the league is invitation only and offers a high level of competition against teams from Chicago, St Louis, Kansas City and Springfield, IL.

There are three more games on Sunday for anyone interested in seeing the level of play, all at Cooper Soccer Complex at Lake Country Soccer.
9:00 am – KC Blaze Velocity (MO) vs Lou Fusz-Red (MO)
9:00 am – Springfield SC 92/93 (MO) vs KC Fusion Dowling (KS)
2:00 pm – Springfield SC 92/93 (MO) vs Lou Fusz-Red (MO)

The games against Lou Fusz are always entertaining, considering a 2pm afternoon in the beautiful weather.

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Springfield SC Begins Spring Midwest Regional League Play

Posted on March 14, 2010 by Ole

Eric Sorlie, Springfield SC

As the photo of Springfield SC Director Eric Sorlie shows, the weather may not have been cooperating but that didn’t stop most of the play throughout the region this weekend. The club has 3 teams competing in the league this year, all in the First Division.

For some background, the Midwest Regional League is an extension of elite team competition for US Youth Soccer affiliated teams in each Region II State Association (13 states). The top teams from State Associations qualify to participate in the regional league. The MRL, in conjunction with each State Association, provides the opportunity for top teams to enter the highest level of competition in youth soccer outside of the USSF Development Academy program.

With games on Saturday and Sunday this weekend, here are the results:

Springfield SC 94/95 I (MO) – 3
SLSG Blue-Kavanaugh (MO) – 1
After giving up a goal midway through the first half, the boys tied the game within two minutes before getting two more goals for the win in a cold drizzle at the Gallagher facility in Creve Coeur.

Springfield SC 94/95 I (MO) – 3
SLSG Illinois-Blue (IL) – 0

The 94/95 boys, primarily High School freshman, compete in the First Division, Blue West against Eclipse Select North 94-95 (IL), Kansas City United 94/95 (KS), Kansas Rush Nike (KS) and NFC Qdoba (NE) as well as the two Gallagher teams they played this weekend. You can follow their efforts here.

Springfield SC 93/94 (MO) – 1
MSA Armory (IN) – 0
A goal in the first half by Luke Strauss is enough to open the season with a win

Springfield SC 93/94 (MO) – 0
Rockford Raptors (IL) – 1
A defensive breakdown midway through the second half allows Rockford to get past Springfield SC. Goal scored by ODP National pool player Victor Zamora. SSC played well throughout the match but were unable to connect for a goal.

The 93/94 boys, primarily High School sophomores, compete in the First Division, White West against FC United Select (IL), KCFC United (KS), Omaha FC Elite 1 93/94 (NE) and St Louis Scott Gallagher Premiere (MO) as well as the two Region II foes they faced this weekend. The seasons results are available here.

The weather did lead to cancellations for the Boys U-17 First Division West White games at Mueller Field in St Louis, which were rained out. The other games were played on artificial surfaces in the St Louis area, including SLUH and the St Louis Scott Gallagher SC facilities.

By the way, Coach Sorlie and his wife Timaree are expecting their second child any day, stay on the lookout for that announcement.

Springfield SC 90/91 (U18) Boys Qualify For 3rd Consecutive Trip to Region II Championships

Posted on June 2, 2009 by Ole

This past weekend the Springfield Soccer Club 90/91 (Under 18) Boys claimed their third consecutive trip to the US Youth Soccer Region II Championships held this year in Sioux Falls, SD June 20-24, 2009. Sixteen teams will compete in pool play to determine the Regional Champion who will advance to the US Youth Soccer National Championships July 21-26, 2009 in Lancaster, Massachusetts.

By participating in the Midwest Regional League Premier Division the team was able to qualify for the MRL Wildcard given to the highest finishing non-State Cup winner in the division to go to US Youth Soccer Region II Championships. The Springfield S.C. 90/91 will participate in the MYSA State Cup Championships held in Springfield, MO June 6-8, 2009. If the team captures their third consecutive MYSA State Cup Championship then the MRL Wildcard spot will drop down to St. Louis Scott Gallagher Team One. In 2008 the Springfield S.C. 90/91 also captured the MRL Championship, but as the MYSA State Cup Winner the Wildcard spot was awarded to St. Louis Scott Gallagher.

Attending the US Youth Soccer Regional Championships will give the team the opportunity to better their last two appearances where they have twice been Semi- Finalists in Des Moines, IA and Rockford, IL in 2007 and 2008 respectively. “Without a doubt this group is very focused on winning their third consecutive MYSA State Cup Championship. Having it here in our own backyard is extra motivation. Bottom line is we are headed to Regionals where our goal is to capture the Championshp. If we win the State Cup again it will be special, but it does take a little pressure off knowing we have already qualified.” said Cory Carr Head Coach and Director of the Senior Boys Program.

The US Youth Soccer National Championship Series is the official youth soccer championship as sanctioned by US Youth Soccer. Over 10,000 teams enter at the State Cup level and 926 will earn the right to attend one of the four US Youth Soccer Regionals. 60 teams advance to the Nationals where 12 National Champions are crowned in July. For more information visit www.usyouthsoccer.org

The team includes the group pictured, taken on Sunday after a scrimmage with the U23 squad. Back row L to R is Asst Coach Joe Kofron, Chris ‘Tommy’ Tombridge, Ryan Moses, Caleb Collier, Tim Griffin, Ryan Squires, Bryce Collier, Head Coach Cory Carr. Front row L to R is Devon Newport, Ian Kennedy, Ian Newport, Matt Medley and Tyler Bennett. Missing from the photo are Graham Basecke, Blake Aggus, Brock Ruggeri, Ryan Partch, Mason Morawitz and Grant Bollig.

Midwest Regional League Games In Springfield MO

Posted on May 2, 2009 by Ole

The Midwest Regional League (MRL), who’s mission is to provide the highest standard of competitive play for youth teams in US Youth Soccer Region II (the Midwest Region) and to assure the continued growth and development of elite level players, brought the Boys U-16 First Division West Red to town. Hosted by Springfield SC, the games are being played at Plaster Sports Complex at Missouri State University.

The Springfield SC squad is essentially a HS sophomore select squad that currently sits in 2nd place. First place is currently held by Lou Fusz Kaver which is coached by recent Missouri State graduate Andy Cooper, pictured in blue below before the start of their game this morning.

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Saturday May 2, 2009

Euro Premier – 1
KCFC Alliance – 1

FC United (North suburbs, Chicago) – 1
Springfield Soccer Club – 1
SSC took an early lead on a corner kick in the 11th minute. The corner kick was knocked out by FC United but Taylor Arens collected it and put it back in. Alec Martinez (Glendale) took the high ball off his chest, settled it in front and was allowed to make a run into the box where he buried his shot to the far side. Unfortunately for the home side, United came back 4 minutes later on a wonderful goal by Miguel Cortez. The striker (#18) caused problems throughout the game with his tricky play and he made them pay this time. He made a run down the right before being able to cut inside and shake his defender before scoring against the run of play.

While SSC had the majority of play in the first half, it was United that came out and established the tempo in the second. Except for a goal line clearance by Joe Curti (#20) for SSC, there would have been no point from this game. SSC had two good opportunities, one in the first with Martinez missing an open header from a set piece that found him unmarked at the back post. In the 2nd, a square ball through the six yard box, after an excellent individual effort by #8 on the left side, somehow went through untouched.

Euro Premier – 0
LF Kaver – 1
Lou Fusz came out strong to start the game, getting a goal in the 4th minute from forward Brett Steer (#19) who received a long ball from the right side and put it down confidently before being allowed to make a run into the box. He touched the ball wide of the on-rushing keeper to give the current leaders an early lead.

Hoffman United – 5
LouFusz Red – 1

FC United – 2
KCFC Alliance Blues – 1

Hoffman United – 0
Springfield SC – 0

Sunday May 3, 2009

10am KCFC vs. LF Kaver

Springfield SC – 1
Lou Fusz Red – 0

Euro Premier – Northwest Chicago

Springfield SC U18 Boys Open Midwest Regional League Season With 3 Shut Outs

Posted on April 12, 2009 by Ole

With April showers comes the start of Midwest Regional League (MRL) play for the 2-time defending state Champion Springfield SC U18 boys squad. The boys will face three familiar foes this weekend in St Louis, and I hope to see one or more of the games while also enjoying Easter weekend with Mom.

Sockers FC Chicago U18 (IL) – 0
Springfield SC 90/91 (MO) – 3
Sunday saw the third straight shut-out for SSC as they defeated the Sockers through the air, on a fine run and finish (pictured above) and from the penalty spot. The first goal was scored by Ryan Moses as he rose above the defense to nod Tyler Bennett’s cross from the right side into the goal. That was in the 7th minute, shortly after Tim Griffin sent him in alone on goal and a shot that went just wide left. Late in the half, Devon Newport’s direct kick from 25 yards out went off the left upright but shortly afterwards, Griffin took it upon himself to expand the lead. Collecting a ball 40 yards out, he turned and beat his first defender. Continuing his run straight down the middle, with teammates making diagonal runs and calling for the ball, Griffin slid between two defenders as he ran into the box and calmly slotted his shot to the far side netting (pictured above) to make it 2-0.

SSC expanded their lead late in the 2nd half when Devon Newport was pulled down in the box. The PK was taken by Ryan Moses who buried it underneath the keepers diving attempt to stop the ball.

Saturday 3pm – Springfield SC 90/91 (MO) shut out their opponent, United 1996 International (KY) by the score of 2-0. Goals were scored by ?

Springfield SC 90/91 (MO) – 2
Fort Wayne Fever (IN) – 0
The boys look well prepared for their MRL season as the unspoken, and spoken, teamwork was working at a high pace this evening. Facing a familiar foe (I still remember that 1st game win against the Fever at the Region II tournament in Des Moines in 2007) they came out fast and hard. It led to a direct kick from 30 yards out in the 17th minute that was converted by Ryan Moses (SLU/Kickapoo) as shown in the video above. Ian Newport (SLU/Glendale) scored from the spot in the 61st minute for the final margin.

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A good weekend results-wise for the boys but I know Coach Cory Carr would have liked to see more. I’m going to dig into the USSF Academy program sometime in the next few weeks. This was not the same team I saw in June 2007 when the boys beat the Sockers 3-1 to get into the Regional semifinals, as the Sockers have moved many of them into the Academy team. And if the boys are going to go beyond the Regional semifinals this year, they can’t be pulling back now. I’ll have more photos, including a Socker’s album, later this evening. For now it’s time to go enjoy Easter with my family. Happy Easter to all!

All games are played at the new Scott Gallagher facility in Maryland Heights. Other scheduled games include:
United 1996 International (KY) v St Louis Scott Gallagher
Sockers FC Chicago U18 (IL) v St Louis Scott Gallagher
Fort Wayne Fever (IN) v St Louis Scott Gallagher

Southwest Missouri Soccer Updates

Posted on April 22, 2008 by Ole

There has been lots happening, I’ve had a hard time keeping up quite frankly although I also try to balance how much I put on the site. What do you think? Need more or have I found a good balance? While you ponder that question (share your thoughts here) here’s the latest:

Carthage School Board Approves Girls Soccer for 2009

At least 30 girls had signed up to express an interest in the program, and most appeared to be on hand at the board meeting. “We support the proposal to add girls soccer,” he said. “Kids do better in school when they’re involved in activities. They do better in their studies and attendance, and they’re more likely to graduate.”

Reed after the meeting said that Carthage has had a boys soccer program since 1989. He said a first-year budget for the program will be between $20,000 and $25,000, a higher total the first year because of uniform purchases.

UPDATE – the Carthage Press chimes in with this additional tidbit

Carthage is entering the Central Ozark Conference (COC) next year and all but one school will have girls soccer – Webb City doesn’t have the sport and Republic will introduce it in the 2009-2010 school year.

In addition to soccer, the Ozark Tigers are out working to support hungry kids in Haiti.

Ozark Lady Tiger soccer players donated their time and energy on Thursday to help the Springfield organization Kids Against Hunger package food for children who are currently starving in the island nation of Haiti. The organization’s current goal is to package and send 100,000 meals to the children of Haiti.

Skyler Russell (pictured – Kickapoo Chiefs) has been playing for the Scott Gallagher U16 US Academy team and they just returned from a Florida tournament where they faced off against the US U16 National Team, losing 1-0. The Academy is the highest level of play in the country, designed to provide a model similar to the International Clubs that develop youth players for their adult teams. It has also been designated as the way USSF will identify future National Team players.

Just down the road in Joplin, Max Duncan (Joplin) has been traveling North to play for the KC Wizards Juniors who have just been accepted into the USSF Academy program beginning next year. Max’s U16 squad currently plays in the Midwest Regional League, in the First Division that includes the Springfield SC squad.

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