Chris Hockman

Storm Can’t Stop Rowdies

ST PETERSBURG – They were made to wait but when the match finally got going the Tampa Bay Rowdies were barely challenged by Philadelphia Union II. The Rowdies managed a 2-0 win at Al Lang Stadium on Sunday night. Playing against a squad made up entirely of Children the Rowdies cruised to the win, aContinue reading “Storm Can’t Stop Rowdies”

Blaise Matuidi Joins Inter Miami CF

MIAMI – FIFA World Cup winner and seven-time league champion in France and Italy, Frenchman Blaise Matuidi has signed with Inter Miami CF on Thursday. The signing makes Matuidi the third active world champion to play in Major League Soccer following on from Brazilian Branco who played with the New York/New Jersey Metrostars in 1997,Continue reading “Blaise Matuidi Joins Inter Miami CF”

Three Orlando City Players Earn MLS is Back Best XI Honors

BAY LAKE – Following a stellar tournament which saw Orlando City SC reach the MLS is Back final, three players were named in the team of the tournament, announced on Thursday. Nani, Joao Moutinho, and Ruan were all named to the MLS is Back Best XI which was awarded by a media vote. All threeContinue reading “Three Orlando City Players Earn MLS is Back Best XI Honors”

First Half Goals Force Orlando and Miami Reserves to Split Points

KISSIMMEE – It took two hours to get going, but Orlando City B and Fort Lauderdale CF fought out an entertaining 1-1 draw on Friday night at Osceola County Stadium. It was the first Floridian derby in USL League One, and the first time Orlando City SC and Inter Miami CF’s reserve teams battled eachContinue reading “First Half Goals Force Orlando and Miami Reserves to Split Points”

Florida man Arrested for Living at Soccer Stadium

ST. PETERSBURG – A homeless man, Daniel Neja, was arrested on Sunday after living at the Tampa Bay Rowdies home ground, Al Lang Stadium for over two weeks. Neja was charged with burglary and resisting arrest, and the bond is set at $5150. Currently, Neja has not been charged with trespassing for coming into theContinue reading “Florida man Arrested for Living at Soccer Stadium”

Unstoppable Rowdies Keep Going

ATLANTA – The Tampa Bay Rowdies have gone top of the combined USL Championship standings following a 2-0 victory over Atlanta United 2 on Wednesday. That landmark may be significant, but even more so is its position in the group, a whopping nine points clear on top of Group H. It may not have beenContinue reading “Unstoppable Rowdies Keep Going”

Portland Timbers win MLS is Back Tournament

BAY LAKE – The Portland Timbers have won the MLS is Back tournament with a 2-1 win over Orlando City SC at Disney World on Tuesday night. With the win, Portland has qualified for the 2020-21 CONCACAF Champions League, taking the first spot for Major League Soccer. The Timbers opened the scoring in the 27thContinue reading “Portland Timbers win MLS is Back Tournament”

OCB Picks up First win of 2020 Downing 10 Man Revs II

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – Orlando City B secured its first win of the season with a 2-0 win over New England Revolution II at Gillette Stadium on Friday. Moises Tablante was vital in the match, assisting on both goals to boost OCB up the standings. The first goal came in the 66th minute. USF graduate JonathanContinue reading “OCB Picks up First win of 2020 Downing 10 Man Revs II”

Rowdies Score Three to Sink Miami

MIAMI – The Tampa Bay Rowdies extended their undefeated streak and won the first Floridan derby against Miami FC 3-0 at Riccardo Silva Stadium on Friday night. Tampa Bay opened the scoring in the 38th minute through captain Sebastian Guenzatti. He controlled the ball and then ran into the box, unleashing a powerful shot thatContinue reading “Rowdies Score Three to Sink Miami”

Nani Brace Sends Orlando City Into Final

BAY LAKE – Orlando City SC has qualified for its first final since the 2013 USL Pro Championship following a 2-1 win over Minnesota United on Thursday night. Nani was the star, scoring two goals in six minutes to win the match. Orlando opened the scoring in the 36th minute thanks to a long ballContinue reading “Nani Brace Sends Orlando City Into Final”