Soccer in the United States is often looked as a recreational activity, something to do for fun and nothing much more than that. On a professional level on the mens side, the MLS (the professional league of soccer in the US with some Canadian teams) and the national team, known as United States Mens NationalContinue reading “Giving them a chance: a chat with owner of SoCal Union FC”
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Hypothetical: Which Pro League Would Fit Best For The IE?
As a native of the IE, knowing what I know about the soccer culture here, I always pondered the thought of having a professional team here. Although in the US, there is no promotion and relegation between divisions, getting a pro team to the area is a matter of what happens outside the pitch ratherContinue reading “Hypothetical: Which Pro League Would Fit Best For The IE?”
Return to soccer! Are IE UPSL teams ready for action?
The UPSL made a statement in May about a condensed season following the outbreak of COVID-19 that paused the 2020 spring season after one game (at least for SoCal divisions). A deadline has been in place on June 10th for teams to declare to the league their intention to play the shortened season. On JuneContinue reading “Return to soccer! Are IE UPSL teams ready for action?”
The Formation of an Idea: A California FA and National Team
California, the home to the entertainment industry in Hollywood, the tech giants of Apple and Google, and the trailblazing pop culture activity known as skateboarding. The state is home to roughly 40 million people (about the same as Iraq), making it a diverse and unique place. With its miles of pure pacific coastlines, to theContinue reading “The Formation of an Idea: A California FA and National Team”
One Hit Wonder: The Short-Lived Story of Moreno Valley FC
Since 2000, the Inland Empire portion of southern California has not had a team representative in the US Open Cup. That year, Riverside County Elite was placed in the 2nd round of the tournament for being a D-3 pro team but lost to San Diego Flash by a score of 2-1. In the same year,Continue reading “One Hit Wonder: The Short-Lived Story of Moreno Valley FC”
Coaches Corner: A Chat With Coach Alex
Early this year I met a gentleman by the name of coach Alex. I met coach Alex as part of the Club Xolos USA program as head of youth operations. My first impression of this guy was, he is a charismatic guy who can strike a conversation with anyone. I had limited interactions with himContinue reading “Coaches Corner: A Chat With Coach Alex”
Coaches Corner: A Chat With Coach Lio
Earlier this year, when I was a volunteer for Club Xolos USA, I met a new coach on the staff by the name of Coach Lio, who was going to help the program with the teenage and youth players. I had limited small talks with him and his experience coaching youth in the San Bernardino/ColtonContinue reading “Coaches Corner: A Chat With Coach Lio”