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Fort Lauderdale, Florida Blues draw 1-1 vs. Caribbean Rival Puerto Rico Islanders
July 17, 2010
MiamiFC (Fort Lauderdale Strikers) vs. the
Puerto Rico Islanders. Fort Lauderdale, FL July 14, 2010  Blues Fall to Vancouver 3-1
Fort Lauderdale, FL
July 13, 2010 reported by Ignacio Rodriguez-MiamiFC Blues fall to Timber 2-0 Blues apply second half pressure but fall short to MLS Bound Portland Timbers. Miami FC dropped the first of a two game road trip late Saturday night by a 2-0 score. Although the Blues controlled possession for most of the second half, they lost their fifth game of the season. read more Tampa, Florida July 04, 2010 reported by Ignacio Rodriguez-MiamiFC Coastal Rivalry continues in Tampa
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Houston, Texas
Tue. June 29, 2010
by Ignacio Rodriguez-MiamiFC
Miami FC was eliminated from the U.S
Open Cup
Miami FC was eliminated from the U.S Open Cup by the Houston Dynamo (MLS) by a final score of 1-0 at Robertson Stadium in the third round of the competition. Despite numerous scoring opportunities and an acrobatic penalty kick save by Caleb Patterson, the Blues were unable to take advantage and suffered the shutout loss. Miami will travel to Tampa on Sunday, July 4th to square off against the up-state rival FC Tampa Bay Rowdies, for the second game of the “Coastal Cup”.
“Ironically we played our best game so far. It could have gone either way,” Miami FC head coach Victor Pastora said. “They were the team who put away their chances and we could not capitalize on ours. It’s time to focus on the league. Our growth gives me confidence that we could have a special year.”
The Blues started the match by maintaining possession of the ball, which created an opportunity for leading goal scorer Paulo Jr., who almost netted his sixth goal in Open Cup competition, when the Brazilian forward gathered a ball inside the box and unleashed a dangerous shot that sailed just wide of the net.
Moments later, Edward Santeliz rifled a shot from outside the box, forcing the Houston goalkeeper to make an acrobatic save to keep the game scoreless.
Paulo Jr. once again almost picked up a first half goal to give the Blues a lead in the first half, creating a good give and go with a teammate but as he tried to sneak it past Dynamo goalkeeper Tally Hall, he quickly came off his line and snuffed the attack.
Ten minutes later, Houston began to threaten when Craig Waibel found Navas Cobo down the left flank. Cobo got an open look at the net, but Patterson deflected the ball out of bounds to help keep the score even after 45 minutes of play.
In the opening moments of the second half, a penalty kick was awarded to the Dynamo. Richard Mulrooney kicked a well-placed ball down and to the left of Patterson, but the Miami FC goalkeeper dove to his left and blocked the penalty kick to keep the game tied at 0-0.
The Blues continued to press forward, much like they had done in the first half. Once again, it was Paulo Jr. who tried to get Miami FC on the scoreboard by lobbing a ball over the head of Hall, but Hall made a finger tip save to once again deny the shifting striker from breaking the stalemate.
Former MLS MVP Christian Gomez would help add continued pressure on Houston as he curled a ball around the wall created by the defense, forcing Hall to punch away another dangerous opportunity in front of the Dyanmo goal.
In the 74th minute, Bryan Arguez launched a shot from 40 yards deep that nearly surprised Hall. Hall retreated back to his line and tipped the floating ball over the crossbar to once again deny the Blues’ effort to take the lead.
With only ten minutes left to go, Dominic Oduro snuck a beautiful through ball to Lovel Palmer, who beat Patterson for the only goal of the match. The goal proved enough to end Miami FC’s Open Cup aspirations.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Thur. June 26, 2010
by Victor Palkaninec
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Blues can not defeat the Aztex!
No matter what we do, no matter who
we put on the pitch we just can't
get past this team. Tonight the
Aztex arrived tired, there was no
excuse not to put this team away and
use them as a trophy. Despite this
advantage and yet another advantage
in the 83rd minute when we were
playing 11 on 10, we still could not
put this team away.
I don't think its the coaching and I
don't think its our players but
something is causing us to react as
though we are a good enough team and
we really are. So what
is it?
The next regular season home match
for the Blues will be against the
Puerto Rico Islanders on Saturday,
July 17 at Lockhart Stadium. Game
time is set for a 7:30 p.m. start.
However please stay tuned to US Open
Cup updates. If we win vs. the
Dynamo then our next opponent could
be the Galaxy right here at
Lockhart.
See more pictures of last night game:
click here or on picture above.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Thur. June 22, 2010
by Victor Palkaninec
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Miami FC
advances with a thrilling 2-1 victory over
the Rowdies and will take on the Houston
Dynamo (MLS) a week from tonight.
Goals in the 2nd minute by Paulo Araujo Jr. assisted by Christian Gomez and Penalty kick by Abe Thompson in 97th minute created by a handball in the box by Tampa Bay's Velentino. Valentino already had a yellow card in the 79th minute he should have been red carded. Miami FC will advance to the third round of the U.S. Open Cup with a thrilling 2-1 victory in extra time over the FC Tampa Bay Rowdies. The Blues will travel out west to take on the Houston Dynamo of MLS in the next round on June 29
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Thur. June 13, 2010
by Victor Palkaninec
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Blues face off against Rowdies on June 22, 2010 for Round 2 of the Open Cup!
Blues Victorious vs. MLS bound Timbers!
A thriller at Lockhart ends in draw!
Coach Pastora "gives credit to the players for not giving up."
Fighting to the very
end, indeed it was an entertaining
thriller. The Blues return to the pitch this
weekend against the Portland Timbers on June
12. The match is set for a 7:30 p.m.
Blues fall to Aztex!
It wasn't a total loss; after all we did have a tailgate and had some beers with friends, we also got some nice pictures. Blues did not win; oh well!
They seemed to have issues with wrong shoes and slipping all over the place. You would think that since this is the home field this we would be our advantage, but NOT! Aztex had a strike from the 40 + yard line that caught Patterson Flat footed; then an own goal by Kyle Veris (a fluke) and then a another broken play caused again by a slip which was caused by the wrong shoes; combine that with the numerous missed opportunities to score, a HUGE inconsistency in calls by the referee and it all equals "LOSS" . 3 to 1 to be exact. To credit the Blues, it was clear that towards the end of the game the Blues had much more stamina than the Aztex. The Aztex were gassed out and if we had 10 more mins. the game was ours. (Of course not taking into account the wrong shoe issue!)
One can certainly not put the blame on Cristian Gomez, he has been superb at placing the ball right at the feet of the threatening forwards but for some reason they are not quick enough to react. The only player that has taken advantage of Gomez's quick style play has been the league leading goal scorer: Paulo Araujo Junior.
A Note to the players : if your reading this.
There no "I" in team. If you don't feel like playing or are not up to your part you should tell the coach. I can think of at least 2 players that should not have been on the field last night and they know who they are. There are other players that want to play. So if you can give it your all, get off the field, be a team player. It starts with being honest with yourself.
Blues next Home game will be on WED June 09 at Lockhart. They do have an away game in PR on June 02 prior to that. If you were at last nights game and want to see some of the action. Click here or on the picture above. Enjoy!
Saturday May 22, 2010
by Victor Palkaninec
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Blues remain undefeated!
Extend streak to 6 games.
The Blues looked sharp last night and it also looked like Christian Gomez finally showed up to play. Late in the 2nd half Christian thwarted off 3 defenders into the 18 and then made a brilliant pass to the feet of awaiting Paulo Araujo Jr.'s who blasted a laser shot into the backside of the net. NSC's goalkeeper never had a chance! Blues held on to the 1-0 lead for BIG "W". Blues next game is this Wednesday night at 7:30PM vs. the Austin Aztecs at Lockhart. Click here or on picture above to see this weeks slideshow.
Saturday May 15, 2010
Still
undefeated,
streak at
5,
Can they make it to
6?
Vamos Azuuuuuules!!!!!!!!!!!!
Aaaaaazzzuuuuuuullesssss!!!!!!
Miami FC increased its undefeated streak to five with a 1-1 draw against the NSC Minnesota Stars this Saturday in Blaine, Minnesota. Miami will return to Lockhart Stadium to face the Stars once again Saturday, May 22. Kick-off is set for 7:30 p.m.
Lone goal scored by Paulo Araujo Jr; (31) assist from Christian Gomez (`10)
Saturday May 08, 2010
by Victor Palkaninec
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Carolina Railhawks get
lucky in the 82nd minute to thwart off a Blues
victory. Blues remain undefeated!
Blues dominated control of the game but
continue to give up the late minute goal. We
seem to have a deficit in the goal department.
Tony Taylor in the meantime is doing so well
overseas we won't see him playing for a while.
Last night the Blues seemed to be in a reactive
mode instead of proactive thus loosing many
opportunities to score. It should have been at
least 4 or 5 to 1. But we'll have to settle for
a draw. Blues next game will be against
NSC Minnesota Stars Saturday May 15 2010-7:00 PM
National Sports Center. The plan is to have a
watch party at America's Backyard. Stay Tuned.
More pics
click here or on picture above!Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Wed. June 12, 2010
by Victor Palkaninec
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Blues advance in Open Cup!
4-1 was the final score...
But the score is deceiving, we almost
lost that game because we got suckered into
thinking this team was nothing. We scored a
quick goal in the first minute on a
brilliant shot from JP Rodriguez which came
off of an excellent pass from ace Christian
Gomez. We could have scored more and in fact
we had many chances to score more but it was
really hard trying to penetrate because the
Kraze planted 10 of their players in front
of their goal.
Blues kept on hitting awesome shots
that were ricocheting off of the Kraze's
keeper. It was amazing! Half of the
blasts the keeper did not even see cause
they were coming in so fast, he was just in
the way!. Credit to the Kraze nothing was
getting through. They would only
attack on quick counter strikes but to no
avail we would get the ball back and start
pounding again. Then in the 68th minute one
player got lose and he scored into the far
corner. Caleb was livid!
Wow! Now the Blues had to scramble
and for the next 20 minutes it was like a
battle zone on the field. It was "fierce"
soccer! In the end the score was tied.
1-1. But wait! It can't end in a tie, they
had to play (2) 15 minute periods to decide
the game. Both teams had already used
up their subs; so no substitutions were
allowed. These guys was exhausted! Even the
referee could not go on anymore, he was
substituted by the linesman and the linesman
was substituted by the 4th official..
In the final 15 minutes the Kraze
players started falling like dead flies on
the field. That's when Paulo Araujo Jr. came
to the rescue and slotted 4
individual goals. Each time weaving
in and out of exhausted Kraze defenders and
goalie.
Credit the Kraze, they played their
hearts out and to the credit of the Blues
,we were just in better shape and that's why
we won. To see picture of some of last
nights action,
click here or on picture above.
by Victor Palkaninecbr /> Saturday May 01, 2010
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Blues tie once again, this time against in state rivals Tampa Bay Rowdies.
Great rivalry in the stands and on the filed! Tampa Bay fought and applied pressure throughout the game. Referee chose to ignore many obvious fouls inflicted by Tampa and allowed the teams to fight it out. Unfortunately Cristiano Gomez was given a red card in the 47th minute which allowed Tampa to catch up in the 82nd minute. Making the final score of 1-1. Blues play Carolina on Sat. May 08, 2010 at 7:30 PM. Lockhart Stadium. More pictures will follow later this week; come back soon.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
by Victor Palkaninec
Saturday April 10, 2010 Comments
Blues tie once again this season; Whitecaps went back home wondering what happened?
click here or on picture above to see more
picture of game
Vancouver prepared very well prior to the start of last night's game and they were very very confident that they would come down here to do their business take the 3 points and leave. Such was not the case last night as the Blues dominated the major part of the match and controlling the pace of game. Mind you, this is a team that has not gelled as of yet; the kinks in the chemistry need to be ironed out but one can clearly see a huge difference between the first game of the season and last night. This is a great team! The Blues face off against State Rivals "Tampa Bay Rowdies" on Saturday May 01, at 7:30 PM. Reserve team will play tonight at Tropical Park 5:30PM vs. Universitario de Uruguay.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
by Victor Palkaninec
Saturday April 10, 2010
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Blues draw first game of season 1-1 against Rhinos
Paulo Araujo Jr. scores lone goal for the Blues off a M. Lancaster rebound,initiated by a Mike Randolph corner kick. Despite controlling the ball and the pace for most of the game the Blues could not get the ball past Rhino's GK Scott Vallow.
Abe Thompson and Nick Santeliz were denied on several occasions and Junior almost made a miraculous goal that hit the cross bar. Crowd was fun, ambience was good, weather was great! Blues face off against rival Vancouver on Saturday the 17th of April at 7:30. See pictures of last night's game by clicking here or on picture above.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
by Victor Palkaninec
Thursday April 08, 2010
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Blues are ready to take on 2010 NASL
Competition!
The entire Blues staff and players were
on hand to meet the Media at Lockhart
Stadium but also to work on adding the
final touches for Saturdays game opener
vs. the Raging Rochester Rhinos.
(click here or on picture for more
pictures of today's session)
Game starts at 7:30-Ultras Tailgate will start
way before that. Be there!No Excuses! WXS Forecast:
Lows in the upper 60s. East winds 10 to 15 mph. In other words a nice ocean breeze.
March 26, 2010
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MiamiFC unveiled their
2010 Kit
and announced some awesome signings
click here or on picture to see more
pictures from last night
It was a great time for everyone that attended the unveiling of the 2010 kit at America's Backyard Grill in Fort Lauderdale. By the way this establishment is the place to be after each game; it is the official MiamiFC hangout for the 2010 season
Sunrise, Florida for the 2010 season. So don't throw your game ticket stubs away, use them to get a free drink at America's Backyard after the game.
Blues sign Argentine footballer
Christian Gómez
Year TEAM Appearances GOALS
| 1991–1996 | Nueva Chicago | 155 | ( 46) |
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| 1997–1999 | Independiente | 80 | (12) |
| 1999–2000 | Argentinos Juniors | 7 | (0) |
| 2001–2002 | Nueva Chicago | 63 | (14) |
| 2002 | Independiente | 10 | (1) |
| 2002–2004 | Arsenal de Sarandí | 30 | (6) |
| 2004–2007 | D.C. United | 97 | (39) |
| 2008 | Colorado Rapids | 20 | (3) |
| 2009 | D.C. United | 27 | (6) |
| 2010– | Miami FC | 0 | (0) |
Thursday March 25, 2010
How do I get to America’s Backyard in Fort Lauderdale?
Located at 100 S.W. 3rd Avenue just west of Federal Highway (US 1) and about 2 miles east of I-95. Click here for detailed directions. You may remember this location in the past as The Chili Pepper, The Edge or Backstreet. America’s Backyard is behind Revolution Live.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Sunday March 21, 2010
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Picture Highlights of last nights game
between Barry and the Blues
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Fort Lauderdale Saturday
March 20, 2010
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Blues 4 Barry 0
Continuing their pre-season preparation the Blues faced off against Barry University at the Barry University Soccer field . All proceeds of the gate went to the Haitian Relief effort. It was a hard fought game from start to finish. The 1st half the Blues scored three goals the 2nd half only one. But in their defense they had a mix on the pitch which had never played together before. Blues play again this afternoon in Kendall vs. Soccer Locker.
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Blues sign "the wall" Lance Parker and others
A native of Oklahoma City, Lance Parker comes to the Blues from Chivas USA and previously from Missouri State University. The goalkeeper, born August 19, 1985, made his official Chivas USA debut on July 13 in a 2-1 SuperLiga loss to Pachuca, and his MLS debut on Aug. 8, 2009. Parker was a member of the Colorado Rapids U-23 of the Premier Development League in the summer of 2007, where he played in eight games and notched a record of 4-2-2 (W-L-T) while in the net for the team.
Played 35 games in his four years on the Missouri State team, posting a career goals against average of .96, and was twice named to the All-Missouri Valley Conference second team. Also picked up a number of Academic All-Conference awards throughout his time at the school.
Caleb Patterson
The Tennessee-born Australian- American goalkeeper began his career in the Toowoomba Raiders junior system in Australia. In the U.S. Patterson has played for the Cleveland City Stars, the Carolina Railhawks, and the New York Red Bulls. In 2009, while playing for the RailHawks, the 22-year old goalie posted a 0.533 goal against average, and won the 2009 goalkeeper of the year award.
Sean Cameron
Cameron began his career at the University of Connecticut. Coming out of college Cameron signed with the Blues in 2007. During his previous stint with the Blues, he had over 30 appearances and got called to the Guyanese National team. Cameron’s speed, ball handling and offensive prowess help round out an already dynamic offensive unit.
Gabriel Hoyos
Hoyos is a South Florida product who played his youth soccer with the Weston Fury. He then went on to play for SC Freiburg in the German Bundesliga. The 21-year-old has impressed with his technique, strength, field vision and overall high soccer-IQ during the pre-season.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
March 17, 2010
Leave Comment5 Brazilians join the
Blues squad
+ the signing of former MLS'r
Abe Thompson
Miami FC announced the signing of five Brazilians
from their sister club, Desportivo Brasil. The most
notable of the five signings is forward Paul Araujo
Jr., one of Miami’s top players from last season.
The other signings include Ariel Germiniani,
Paulinho Le Petit, Lennon Celestino, and Euzebio
Neto. Neto, a right back, spent last season on loan
with Miami FC sister club, Estoril of Portugal’s
second division.
“This is a very young and talented nucleus, we have been monitoring these players and we think they are ready to show their skills here in the US. We already know what Paulo Jr. can do, and we know that the other players will contribute to what is becoming a very solid 2010 roster,” said team General Manager Luiz Muzzi.
Abe Thompson
height: 6-0 weight:170
Birthdate: January 12, 1982
Hometown: Fairfax Station, VA
Last club: Kansas City (MLS)
Thompson attended Wilbert Tucker Woodson High School in Virginia, and played college soccer at the University of Maryland from 2000 to 2005, where he appeared in 79 games scoring 43 goals and adding 26 assists. He was named a Hermann Trophy semifinalist in 2004 and 2005.
Thompson also played in the USL Premier Development League for Chesapeake Dragons and Boulder Rapids Reserve, and played club soccer for the Braddock Road Warhawks, with whom he won the 1999 Don Greer Cup and the 1999 US U-17 National Championship.
He was drafted in the second round, 16th overall,
in the 2005 MLS Supplemental Draft by FC Dallas, and
subsequently spent four years in Texas. He was
traded to Kansas City Wizards on September 5, 2008
in exchange for allocation money.[1]
The Houston Dynamo acquired Thompson and allocation
money from the Kansas City Wizards in exchange for
forward Kei Kamara. However, Thompson was waived at
the end of the season and was selected by Real Salt
Lake in the resulting Waiver Draft. Thompson was
waived by Real Salt Lake during the 2010 pre-season,
without making an appearance for the club.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Lockhart Stadium
March 13, 2010
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The Blues defeat Lynn University
this morning at Lockhart Stadium.
Improving their preseason record to 2-0-1. The Blues will continue their preseason this Friday at 7pm at Barry University. All gate proceeds will be donated to the Haiti relief effort.
Fort Lauderdale , Florida
March 12, 2010-Victor Palkanínec
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A FUGLY Day in Fort Lauderdale
Blues lose to the visiting New York Bulls
The last BIG Nor'Easter that hit New York and the surrounding sates was on this day in 1888.On that day 58" of snow fell & 600 people were dead after the aftermath.
Well it certainly looked liked it was going to be one of those days in Fort Lauderdale; even the New Yorkers that were there with the the Red Bull where complaining of how cold it was. Wet, Windy Damp and Cold.
Despite the weather the 2 teams took to the field and played some decent scrimmage soccer at least for half the of the game.
Red Bulls had an early goal which was way to
easy, aprox. 10 minutes later the Blues tied the game
on a goal by
Edward Santeliz
March 08, 2010
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Miami FC Adds Offensive
Firepower
The Blues confirm the signing of Edward Santeliz
Miami FC announced today the signing of forward Edward Santeliz.
The 22-year-old Guatemalan-American becomes the latest high profile player to join Miami FC. Santeliz becomes the fourth active Guatemalan to play abroad. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Miami FC will open the 2010 season on April 10 at 7:30PM at Lockhart Stadium against the visiting Rochester Rhinos
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MiamiFC vs. FIU at FIU Soccer Field
The Blues played their first pre-season scrimmage this morning against FIU at FIU. the weather was an awesome, 71degrees with lots of sunshine! The crowd that came to watch the game were just as awesome. The Blues played 3-20 minute sessions and ended up with a 3-1 win. Copa Latina Tonight at Ted Hendrix Stadium!
Fort Lauderdale, FL
March 02, 2010
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Christiano"Kaka" Dias
Returns for another Season
| by Ignacio Rodriguez | Photo: Victor Palkanínec |
Miami FC Continues to Solidify its Backline Fan favorite Cristiano “Kaká” Dias returns for his 4th season with the Blues; two other players are confirmed MIAMI, March 2, 2010- Miami FC has added three defenders to its 2010 roster. New signings Mike Randolph and Chris Gbandi join returning center back Cristiano Dias as the latest players to sign with the Blues.
“I think we have rounded out our defensive unit with some very talented players. I am very pleased with the shape the team is taking, and with the signing of these three players, the organization continues to show its commitment towards winning,” said newly-appointed Head Coach Victor Pastora. “These players not only have the athleticism to make a difference but also the experience necessary to make a major impact this season.”
Cristiano “Kaká” Dias Cristiano Dias has been a part of the Miami FC family since 2007. Always a stalwart for the Miami FC backline, “Kaká” has become one of the team’s fan favorites with his physical play and his desire to win. Paired with Zach Kirby last season, the defensive duo formed one of the most solid backlines in the league. The 6’3 Brazilian defender has had over 60 appearances for the Blues.
Mike Randolph Randolph began his career with the Portland Timbers in 2006, where he played 25 matches and was a finalist for the USL-1 Rookie of the Year. Soon after, Randolph was signed by the L.A Galaxy where he played two years and had 39 appearances. Randolph has also been called up to the United States U-23 squad.
Chris Gbandi after a stellar career at the University of Connecticut, Gbandi was drafted by the Dallas Burn with the first overall pick of the 2002 MLS SuperDraft. He made 111 appearances and scored three goals, including the last goal by a Dallas Burn player at the Cotton Bowl. He recently spent a year with FK Haugesund of the Norwigen First Division.
All signings are pending USSF approval. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed.
Miami FC will open the 2010 season on April 10 at 7:30PM at Lockhart Stadium against the visiting Rochester Rhinos.For real time updates, don’t forget to follow Miami FC on twitter, www.twitter.com/miamifc.
February 28, 2010
2 Comments The Blues make Ft. Lauderdale
their new Home
Miami FC moving to Fort Lauderdale's Lockhart Stadium
By Jeff Rusnak, Sun Sentinel
correspondent
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Victor Pastora
named new Head Coach of the Blues
Zihno returns to Brasil due to personal reasons.
Victor was born on April 8, 1975 in Matagalpa, Nicaragua. Victor played high school soccer here in Miami for Braddock Senior High. He went on to play for Averet University in Danville, Virginia before becoming a coach. He has been coaching soccer for 11 + years, all of which has been spent in Miami. He started as a 19 year old coaching a local AYSO team. He has coached for local clubs such as West Kendall Optimist, Coral Springs Renegades, and is now the Director of Coaching for Kendall Soccer Coalition.
Coach Pastora is quoted as saying:
``We're going to have players that are good enough to accomplish things, to get into the playoffs,''
``We need to reach the playoffs and we need to be competitive,'' ``The company needs it, the city needs it, and we need the sport to keep growing.''
Coach Pastora briefly acted as the Blues' interim coach after Miami FC reassigned Chiquinho De Assis in 2007.
Marcelo Neveleff, the U.S. Soccer Academy director for Weston FC, will take over coach Patora's previous position as the Blue's assistant coach.
Miami, Florida, February 24, 2010
Source-MiamiFC-Ignacio Rodriguez
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Miami FC signs another defender for the 2010
season
Miami, FL February 24th 2010- The
Blues announced today the signing of Kyle
Veris. The American central defender has played in
Major League Soccer (MLS), the Norwegian first
division and the CONCACAF Champions League. Terms of
the signing were not disclosed.
“Kyle is a strong physical back that will solidify
our back line. He has the experience and talent
necessary to boaster what we believe is an already
strong defensive unit," said General Manager Luiz
Muzzi. "We are very excited to have a player of this
level join the club.”
The Ohio native began his career with the
Mid-Michigan Bucks of the Premier Developmental
League before playing for the University of Akron
and Ohio State University. The 6’3, 195-pound
defender was drafted in the 2006 MLS
Superdraft by the LA Galaxy, where he went on to
play two seasons, logging over 1200 minutes for the
Galaxy defense. After a one-year stint with I.L Hood
Futbol Club of the Norwegian first division, Veris
signed with the Puerto Rico Islanders. During his
time with the Islanders he played 20 matches in the
USL and also played during the knock out stages of
the CONCACAF Champions league.
Miami Florida, February 21, 2010
Source-MiamiFC-Ignacio Rodriguez
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Miami
FC Re-Signs
Former First Pick JP Rodrigues
The team is going back to its
roots with defender JP Rodrigues, a member of the
inaugural Miami FC team who also played during the
2007 and 2008 regular seasons. In that span,
Rodrigues played in 51 games and had one goal in
over 4,500 minutes of play.
The
Rodriguez has nine caps for the
The
Blues'
front office also confirmed
the return of fan-favorite,
Jarryd Goldberg
Jarryd Goldberg will continue to
occupy the midfield for Miami FC this season after
earning himself a reputation for being a hard worker
and a great competitor in his first two seasons with
the team.
Goldberg played in 25 games last
season while logging in 1,730 minutes on the pitch.
This upcoming season will be his third with Miami
FC.
We are very excited to have both of them
back for this season,” said Miami FC Director of
Soccer Fernando Clavijo. “They have been the type of
players that any team would be fortunate to have on
a roster, and we believe they bring the kind of
experience necessary to take us to the next level.”
All signings are pending USSF approval.
Terms of the signings were not disclosed.
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Miami Florida, February 11, 2010
Source: MiamiFC-Ignacio Rodriguez
Miami FC will be hosting
by-invitation-only tryouts from Feb. 12th
to Feb 14th
| by Ignacio Rodriguez | Photo: Victor Palkanínec |
Miami,
Florida, February
11, 2010 -
Miami FC takes another critical step in
building a team for the 2010 season this weekend as
they host invitational tryouts.
The event will take place at Ted
Hendricks Stadium, beginning Feb. 12 and ending Feb.
14, where players invited by the team will attempt
to earn a spot on the opening day roster.
Saturday, Feb. 13 – 1 p.m. to 6
p.m.
Sunday, Feb. 14 – 8 a.m. to 12
p.m.
Miami FC Central Defender Zach Kirby
Returns for Second Season
“It’s an excellent signing for the team. Zach is a great player and a great locker room presence. Last year he proved that he is an elite player, and we are excited to have him back wearing Miami FC colors,” said Director of Soccer, Fernando Clavijo.
The Blues have
also come to terms with
Miami native Bryan Perez
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Miami has also come to terms with Kendall native offensive midfielder Bryan Perez. Perez was born in San Jose, Costa Rica and holds dual citizenship – USA and Costa Rica. He made a name for himself at the University of Missouri Kansas City where he finished as the all-time record holder in goals (29), shots on goal (160) and games (78).
All signings are pending USSF approval and international clearance. For real time updates on Miami FC, follow us on twitter at www.twitter.com/miamifc.
Miami FC will open its 2010
season on Saturday,
April 10th against the
Rochester Rhinos
Miami, FL February 8th 2010 – Miami FC of the
newly formed NASL, has announced its complete
2010 schedule for the upcoming 2010 USSF
Division II season. The Blues will play a total
of 30 games, half at home and half away. Miami
will also play in the Lamar Hunt U.S Open Cup on
either June 15th or 16th.
Miami will open its season on Saturday, April 10th against the Rochester Rhinos. The Blues will start the season with a four game home-stand that includes matches against the MLS bound Vancouver Whitecaps on Saturday April 17th , and the debut of the Florida derby when the new FC Tampa Bay Rowdies visit the Miami FC Blues on Saturday, March 1st.
“With the announcement of the schedule, the 2010 season is definitely upon us. We are excited to kick off our fifth season and are happy with the way the schedule worked out. With a heavy front- ended and back ended home schedule, the format suits the beautiful weather here in South Florida and also gives the club a great opportunity to kick off and close out the season in front of our fans,” said Miami FC president, Aaron Davidson.
Also included is a second four-game home stand from July 25th to August 7th. This home stand will feature the second home game against cross-state rivals FC Tampa Bay Rowdies on Sunday, July 25th as well as a crucial match-up against Miami’s Caribbean rivals, the Puerto Rico Islanders on Saturday, August 7th.
The Complete Miami FC Schedule is as follows:
Saturday, April 10th Rochester Rhinos
Saturday, April 17th Vancouver Whitecaps
Saturday, May 1st FC Tampa Bay Rowdies
Saturday, May 8th Carolina Railhawks
Saturday, May 15th at NSC Minnesota
Saturday, May 22nd NSC Minnesota
Wednesday, May 26th Austin Aztex
Wednesday, June 2nd at Puerto Rico Islanders
Sunday, June 6th at Montreal Impact
Wednesday, June 9th Crystal Palace Baltimore
Saturday, June 12th Portland Timbers
Tuesday, June 15th Lamar Hunt U.S Open Cup
Wednesday, Jun 16th Lamar Hunt U.S Open Cup
Saturday, June 19th at Austin Aztex
Saturday, June 26th Austin Aztex
Sunday, July 4th at Tampa Bay Rowdies
Saturday, July 10th at Portland Timbers
Wednesday, July 14th at Vancouver Whitecaps
Saturday, July 17th Puerto Rico Islanders
Sunday, July 25th at Tampa Bay Rowdies
Saturday, July 31st at Austin Aztex
Wednesday, August 4th at Crystal Palace Baltimore
Saturday, August 14th at Puerto Rico Islanders
Wednesday, August 18th at Carolina Railhawks
Saturday, August 21st at Rochester Rhinos
Sunday, September 5th at A.C St. Louis
Saturday, September 11th Montreal Impact
Friday, September 17th at Rochester Rhinos
Wednesday, September 22nd A.C St. Louis
Saturday, September 25th Rochester Rhinos
Saturday, October 2nd Puerto Rico Islanders
As part of the release of the schedule the USSF also provided details of the playoff format for this season. The 12- team league, consisting of two conferences of six teams has adopted the following format:
• The first place team (based on total points, at the conclusion of the regular season) in the USL Conference and NASL Conference will become the top two seeds in the playoffs.
• The next six (6) best teams, based on total points, will round out the playoff field.
• The four teams with the fewest total points in the regular season are excluded from the playoffs.
• Playoffs will begin during the week starting Monday, October 4.
• First round will be a two-game, home-and-away series determined by total aggregate goals.
• Semifinal round will be a two-game, home-and-away series determined by total aggregate goals.
• Championship will be a two-game, home-and-away series determined by total aggregate goals.
• Exact dates for playoff games are TBD.