Chris Hockman

All Professional Soccer in the United States Suspended

With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic the four American professional leagues have all announced they will be suspending their seasons for at least 30 days. Major League Soccer, the National Women’s Soccer League and United Soccer League Championship and League One all made the announcements throughout the week which comes after the Center for Disease ControlContinue reading “All Professional Soccer in the United States Suspended”

Orlando City Signs MLS SuperDraft Pick Joey DeZart

ORLANDO – After selecting Joey DeZart in the second round of the MLS SuperDraft (31st overall) the club announced on Friday that the youngster had signed a first-team contract for 2020. “We’ve been extremely pleased with Joey’s progression and skill set shown during the preseason and are very excited to be able to offer himContinue reading “Orlando City Signs MLS SuperDraft Pick Joey DeZart”

Sebastian Dalgaard Completes Rowdies Roster

ST. PETERSBURG – The 2020 Tampa Bay Rowdies is now completed with the signing of midfielder Sebastian Dalgaard on Friday. The announcement of Dalgaard’s signing confirms what has been easy to spot throughout pre-season as he has been on trial with the team and played in three pre-season matches, including last Saturday against Montreal Impact.Continue reading “Sebastian Dalgaard Completes Rowdies Roster”

Haley Kopmeyer Waived by Orlando Pride

ORLANDO – With the 2020 National Women’s Soccer League season approaching teams are making roster moves and Orlando Pride made a major one on Tuesday, waiving goalkeeper Haley Kopmeyer. “On behalf of everyone at Orlando Pride, we would like to thank Haley for her contributions throughout her time in Orlando. Haley has given seven yearsContinue reading “Haley Kopmeyer Waived by Orlando Pride”

Rowdies Complete Goalkeeper Stocks With Ian McGrane

ST. PETERSBURG – The Tampa Bay Rowdies Goalkeeping group is now complete as Ian McGrane has signed a one-year contract to become the Rowdies’ third goalkeeper for the 2020 season. With Evan Louro and Macklin Robinson ahead of him McGrane will almost certainly be the third choice but with an early cup match against amateurContinue reading “Rowdies Complete Goalkeeper Stocks With Ian McGrane”

Miami FC Adds Janos Lobe

MIAMI – Ahead of its first season in USL Championship Miami FC has boosted its back line, securing the services of German defender Janos Lobe on Tuesday. Lobe will be making the move from fellow Eastern Conference side New York Red Bulls II where he played his first season of professional soccer in 2019. FollowingContinue reading “Miami FC Adds Janos Lobe”

Boy’s High School Soccer Round Up: January 20-26 2020

The FHSSA rankings saw Doral Academy open the week on top of the rankings at 15-0-0 and that continued this week, moving up to 16 straight wins following a 5-2 win over LaSalle (2-3-7) on Thursday. With a national ranking of fourth on MaxPreps the Firebirds are threatening to push on and make a pushContinue reading “Boy’s High School Soccer Round Up: January 20-26 2020”

Jordan Doherty makes Rowdies Stay Permanent

ST PETERSBURG – After spending the 2019 season with the Tampa Bay Rowdies on loan, Jordan Doherty is back for 2020 after the Rowdies secured a transfer from Sheffield United in England, making the loan deal permanent. On loan last season the 19-year-old made 20 appearances and played over 1,200 minutes in all competitions, provingContinue reading “Jordan Doherty makes Rowdies Stay Permanent”

Palmeiras Comes From Behind to win Florida Cup

ORLANDO – Brazilian side Palmeiras has used a 2-1 come-from-behind win over New York City FC to claim the 2020 Florida Cup thanks to Corinthians dropping the nightcap against Atletico National at Explora Stadium on Saturday. After a first-half goal from Osaze De Rosario Palmeiras came back in the second half thanks to goals throughContinue reading “Palmeiras Comes From Behind to win Florida Cup”

Louis Lomas Joins Rowdies on Loan From Norwich

ST. PETERSBURG – The Tampa Bay Rowdies have signed defender Louis Lomas from English Premier League side Norwich City for the duration of the 2020 season. The signing continues the Rowdies relationship with their fellow green and gold team following on from Caleb Richards who played all but four minutes of the 2019 season. RichardsContinue reading “Louis Lomas Joins Rowdies on Loan From Norwich”