Well, one weekend is officially in the books.  Over the weekend we had two good results.

 

Our team appears to have a "good way" to them so far this year.  Over the weekend we got great play from many of our players, but we also had tremendous leadership from Dori Arad and Ryan Cordeiro.  Both players did a lot of the little things that made the difference in the two matches.  Ryan has really matured and has developed into one of the best left flank players in college soccer.  Dori did a great job of playing with Toni Stahl in the midfield and dominating both matches.  

But perhaps the biggest surprise of all is Josh Ford, our red-shirt freshmen goalkeeper.  Josh has really developed into an outstanding goalkeeper and is very reminiscent of Bryheem Hancock (Class of 2002).

 

The atmosphere of both matches was unbelievable.  We have led the country in attendance the past few years but this year's crowd is different.  Our Goal Patrol (student spirit group) has over 400 members and has been a key asset in getting the crowd going.  These students are making a huge difference in our matches.  This is the largest student support group in the country for men's soccer and provide us with great inspiration.  I would personally like to thank all of the members for your involvement.

 

The UConn Adidas Classic is Friday, September 7th and Saturday, September 8th at Joseph J. Morrone Stadium and will include UConn, University of South Carolina, University of South Florida and Florida International University.  The schedule is as follows:

Friday, September 7

USF vs. Florida International - 4:00PM

UCONN vs. South Carolina - 7:00PM

 

Saturday, September 8

USF vs. South Carolina - 4:00PM

UCONN vs. Florida International - 7:00PM

 

This will be a great weekend for college soccer with four great matches.  I am hoping that you will be able to join us.

 

If you want information on joining the Goal Patrol please contact my Assistant, Coach Kevin Bacher at 860/486-6824 or email him at kevin.bacher@uconn.edu

 

I look forward to seeing you Friday which promises to be a great evening of Soccer!