Category Archives: Football by George
Balanced schedule highlights 2013 Ruffneck Cup competition
The 2013 Ruffneck Cup (home page) will be awarded to the Puget Sound club that can best accomplish the task of the cup slogan: “beat thy neighbor.” The Kitsap Pumas, … Continue reading
RATS featured in Seattle video spotlight
SEATTLE, Wash. —Recreational Adult Team Soccer (RATS) of Seattle is featured in an 8-minute profile video posted by Women in the Arts NW. See the show below. From http://www.SeattleRats.org: Recreational … Continue reading
Seattle soccer fan plans to dribble to Brazil for 2014 World Cup
SEATTLE, Wash.- “Hello, I’m Richard Swanson from the Emerald City, Seattle, Washington,” starts the introduction on http://www.BreakawayBrazil.com. “I’m a avid runner, soccer player, and all around lover of the Pacific … Continue reading
Soccer history revealed in Seattle Times ebay photos
A collection of Seattle Times soccer photos from the mid 1980′s to early 1990′s are currently for sale on ebay. goalWA.net grabbed the watermarked versions in our ongoing efforts to … Continue reading
Picture Perfect: Send us a shot of your club tattoo
goalWA.net is starting a gallery collection of pics of supporter tattoos for Washington-based soccer clubs. We are looking for photos of fans who have inked their clubs in a permanent … Continue reading
Northwest Soccer Legends Night Friday in Tacoma; Levesque added
TACOMA Wash. – On Friday, November 9th, the Tacoma Soccer Center will host the 1st Annual, “Northwest Soccer Legends Night,” for fans to get another glimpse of the top talent … Continue reading
Here’s to you, Sounders fans!
Sunday is “Fan Appreciation Night” for the Sounders as they finish their home regular season MLS schedule against FC Dallas. goalWA.net presents the photos below in honor of another record-setting … Continue reading
Ruffneck helps scarf West Seattle Soccer Club
WEST SEATTLE, Wash.—Former West Seattle Soccer Club President Bill Fry knew a little something was “missing.” Fry has seen West Seattle Soccer Club continue to grow its numbers, but when it … Continue reading
Video Buzz: FIFA Soccer 13 hyped at Pax 2012 in Seattle
If you understood any of the headline of this post, then congratulations, you are a gamer. EASports has just uploaded a video from Pax 2012, held in Seattle, that shows … Continue reading
Sounders “Caveman Fan” photo goes viral on Facebook with over 40,000 views
by David Falk There was a huge spike in traffic on the goalWA.net Facebook page over the weekend sending it to a new record for people reached. Tracing the spike … Continue reading
Picture Perfect: Graphic artist Gerald Pearson makes a Sounders flag
Seattle soccer fans could hardly wait for the debut of the Sounders into Major League Soccer back in 2009. One way to pass the time was to get ready for … Continue reading
Video Buzz: Graffiti art connected to the world’s game
by David Falk If soccer is the sport of the people and the pulse of the streets around the world, it only makes sense then that “football” also is a … Continue reading
Live Breathe Futbol: Nigerian-born designer in Seattle to grow soccer clothing business
Live Breathe Futbol. It kind of sounds like what many people in the state of Washington do on a daily basis, doesn’t it? For Ebun Olaloye the saying is also … Continue reading
Adult League Spotlight: Seattle area V-League
The Washington State Vietnamese Soccer Association (WSVSA, http://www.wsvsa.net/index.html) hosts the V-League, a Seattle-area adult soccer league. The 2012 V-League ran from April 8 to June 10. “The Washington State Vietnamese … Continue reading
West Coast Liverpool fans share their trip to Boston
The last time we checked in with Alisha and Josh Weiss they were running a Liverpool supporters gear shop online out of Poulsbo, Washington. Times change and the family now … Continue reading
Whitman goalkeeper Bathurst: from Walla Walla to Stoke for training
Michael Bathurst returns to Whitman Missionaries soccer this fall with an enviable training experience in his rearview mirror. The Portland, Oregon native trained with Stoke City of the Premiership in … Continue reading
June 16: A Tournament to help Seattle’s Edin Džeko
On Saturday June 16 at Soundview playfield in North Seattle a special tournament will be held to benefit local soccer player and fan Edin Džeko. goalWA.net spoke with one of … Continue reading
Think Tank FC: Owning, running a soccer club in Washington State
Today marks the debut of what could be an ongoing conversation on goalWA.net about owning and running FC’s in the state of Washington. Do you have a dream to found … Continue reading
Soccer Fix: Eleven home matches this week around greater Puget Sound
Feel like getting out and watching some high quality local soccer? This is the week for you! The greater Puget Sound area will see eleven home matches hosted by eight clubs from six … Continue reading
Fadó Irish Pub & Restaurant – Seattle will be rocking during EURO 2012
Seattle, WA. - June 8 marks the start of EURO 2012 and soccer fans at Fadó Irish Pub & Restaurant in downtown Seattle will create an unrivaled atmosphere benefitting one of … Continue reading
Video Buzz: Santa Maria Rivera’s ‘Improbable Life’ in soccer on film
Santa Maria Rivera was once a player for the Seattle Sounders of the USL. That’s only part of his soccer and life story, though. Recently a 22-minute short film about … Continue reading
Ruffneck Cup kicks off Saturday with Sounders U-23′s at Kitsap Pumas
Seattle, Wash. — Ruffneck Scarves and goalWA.net today announce the birth of the Ruffneck Cup, a derby rivalry cup between the Puget Sound’s Premier Development League (PDL) soccer clubs that … Continue reading
Soccer Ball Car drives fun for Kent’s Code Four Athletics
Code Four Athletics, a Seattle-area based soccer specialty brand, loves to hit the road. If you’ve seen their cool company car, you’d understand why: It’s a black-and-white VW Beetle that … Continue reading
Jet City Auxiliary Support the Sounders Women
200+ Sounders Women supporters unite, forming largest independent supporter group of a women’s soccer club in the Pacific Northwest.
“SOCRMOM” Washington plate goes to auction to kick Cancer
Margaret Hedlund is willing to make a sacrifice for the sake of a good cause. Her license plate is up for auction. A winning bid sends the proceeds to Relay for … Continue reading
Seattle’s Jalen Markey scores for U-18 US Nationals
Sounders FC U16 defender Jalen Markey scored a goal for the Under-18 U.S. Men’s National Team in a 3-2 loss to Ventura County Fusion (PDL) on Saturday, March 31. Markey … Continue reading
Video Buzz: Inside Ruffneck Scarves Headquarters in Seattle
What might you expect to see if you visit Ruffneck Scarves headquarters in Seattle? We get a look inside from intern Jose, who captures the atmosphere of a company that revolves … Continue reading
From Washington Youth Soccer to US Club: The Kajumulo FC story
Over recent years there has been one talking point in Washington youth soccer that keeps coming back time after time. It’s the migrating of clubs away from Washington Youth Soccer … Continue reading
Think SMALL (clubs) Washington!
Today we feature another take on the world of soccer from guest-writer Imogen. Last time we heard about the debate over calling our sport Soccer or Football. Now Imogen looks … Continue reading
Calling it Football? Here’s Why “Soccer” is OK Too
The argument about why the sport of football or soccer, whichever you decide to call it, has two names is a long one….
Video Buzz: NWN U18 goalkeeper Josh Pedersen
Josh settled in with NWN during his U14 year after stops at a couple of other clubs in his early years. When Josh arrived at Nationals in 2007, he found what … Continue reading
Seattle Ghana Black Stars provide home for thrown away talents
We all need a place to play and a soccer club to call home. The Seattle Ghana Black Stars have become that and more since the club was founded in … Continue reading
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- Holland Crook: Roots in the Sounders Family
- SeaWolves get first local win since 2011, jump into Ruffneck Cup race
- Washington Crossfire’s James Moberg is goalWA.net Washington PDL Player of Week
- AC Seattle’s Romina Pinna is goalWA.net Washington WPSL Player of Week
- Sounders Weekly News and Notes
- Union Gap hosts Triple Threat 3-On-3 Soccer Tournament
- Picture Perfect: Emerald City FC animated goal GIFS
- Friends of Mia Alumni Cup brings South Sound soccer community together
- Video Buzz: Two goals you need to see
- This Week in Washington Soccer: June 17-23, 2013
Major League Soccer News
- Finish line in sight? Win over Honduras leaves USMNT "sitting pretty," with eyes on Brazil
- Jozy Altidore enters US record books after remarkable USMNT turnaround
- USMNT 1, Honduras 0: Full Match Highlights
- Gold Cup: Trinidad & Tobago name Stephen Hart head coach, Leo Beenhakker as technical director
- USMNT Player Ratings: Klinsmann's regulars make the difference as Yanks claw out win
- Armchair Analyst: 3 things we learned as USMNT gutted out a win ... and inched closer to Brazil
- USMNT 1, Honduras 0 | World Cup Qualifying Match Recap
- Report: Jamaican national team defender O'Brian Woodbine with DC United for a four-day trial
- Seattle Sounders' Obafemi Martins convinced MLS "now is one of the best" leagues in the world
- Weekend scratch Kenny Cooper overwhelmed by FC Dallas' support after father's heart attack
WPSL News
- The Southern Conference is a Serious Force for the 2013 Season
- Newcomers to the WPSL are Strong Contenders in the Midwest
- East Starts to Take Shape
- Seattle Teams Top the Northwest
- Storm Elk Grove Leads the Pacific-North Division
PASL Arena Soccer News
- Local business owner unveils plan to keep professional indoor soccer in Wichita
- Professional Arena Soccer League Coming to Citizens Business Bank Arena
- Anaheim Bolts Suspend Operations for 2013-14
- Sockers to be honored with ceremonial first pitch at Petco Park
- Sockers Agree to Two-Year Contract Extension with Three-Time PASL MVP Kraig Chiles
Ruffneck Scarves News
- Which came first: The Soccer Fan or the Soccer Scarf?
- Summer scarves are cool
- Custom soccer scarves to unite a team
- Custom soccer scarves to unite a team
- Soccer scarves as an intimidation factor
- US Soccer set for a summer of intriguing matches
- Top 5 Summer transfer rumors in world soccer
- Custom soccer scarves show team spirit
- Custom scarves are the new tradition at Wentworth Military College
- Soccer scarves: A tradition like no other
Sounder At Heart
- USA v Honduras World Cup Qualifier - Gamethread June 18, 2013 Dave Clark
- Inside The Numbers: Sounders vs. MLS vs. Europe June 18, 2013 aolsh
- Sounders Academy teams learn Playoff opponents June 18, 2013 Dave Clark
- Transfer rumor: Fredy Montero heading to Portugal? June 18, 2013 Jeremiah Oshan
- Episode 101: One last look back before looking ahead June 18, 2013 Nos Audietis
Prost Amerika
- USA Player Ratings vs. Honduras June 19, 2013 Michael Ligot
- USA 1 : 0 Honduras – Picture Gallery June 19, 2013 Editor
- Updated World Cup Hexagonal Updated Table June 19, 2013 Editor
- Kekuta Manneh Suspended for Caps Next Game June 18, 2013 Editor
- Nervous Mexicans Look on from Brazil, Wondering if They’ll Return June 18, 2013 Editor
Bellingham United FC
- Hammers face Khalsa on Sunday, June 23 and Car Show June 18, 2013
- Bellingham United remains in first place after 3-1 win over Victoria June 17, 2013
- Deja vu on the road in 2-1 win over Coquitlam June 13, 2013
- VV Zwammerdam players set to join the Hammers June 12, 2013
- Father's Day Special...Hammers v. Victoria United June 10, 2013
Washington Men
- Panama Trains At Husky Soccer Field June 10, 2013
- Roldan Named Gatorade National Player Of The Year May 20, 2013
- Three Join Men's Soccer For Spring Season March 29, 2013
Washington Women
- Dawgs Abroad: Seattle To New York To Milan June 18, 2013
- Women's Soccer Prepares For Foreign Tour To Italy June 13, 2013
- Panama Trains At Husky Soccer Field June 10, 2013
- Four Husky Sports Programs Earn NCAA APR Public Recognition Awards June 5, 2013
- Women's Soccer Announces 2013 Schedule May 21, 2013
Korrio News
- West Marin Youth Soccer League Teaches that “Better People, Makes Better Players.”
- Hood River Soccer Club Enjoys Reaching Their Members Easily with Korrio
- Friends make summer camp fun
- Sports Tryouts Prep
- Teaching Defensive Principles
- University of Washington takes CPR message to heart
- Parent to Parent: Youth sports safety
- Kristine Lilly – Favorite exercise of the stars: Stadium Stairs
- Backyard Soccer Drills
- Kristine Lilly’s Ebook “Girls Soccer: Dream, Believe, Achieve”
Danny Jackson
- Danny Jackson on Soccer Player Development - Long-Term Planning Leads to Long-Term Success July 20, 2012
- Danny Jackson on Are We Pushing Too Hard? Protecting Youth Players From Overtraining June 8, 2012
- Danny Jackson on For Elite Players, Smarts Equal Success On The Soccer Field May 11, 2012
- Danny Jackson on The Power Of High School Soccer: What Academy Teams Can’t Replace April 22, 2012
- Danny Jackson: Youth Coaches Can Promote Sportsmanship March 18, 2012
WSU Cougars
- Brandi Vega Enjoying Professional Success June 18, 2013
- Cougar Soccer Announces 2013 Schedule June 7, 2013
- Jen Klein to Serve as ODP Head Coach May 6, 2013
- Kiersten Dallstream Playing in the Emerald City May 2, 2013
- Cougar Soccer Ends Spring Season With a Win April 22, 2013
Gonzaga Men
- Gonzaga Men's Soccer Coaches Clinic Aug. 17 June 11, 2013
- Bevans Pacing FC Tucson Early In Lamar Hunt Cup Play May 23, 2013
- Gonzaga Men's Soccer To Play Challenging Spring Schedule March 28, 2013
- Paul Meehan To Join Gonzaga Men's Soccer Coaching Staff March 28, 2013
- Bulldogs Matern Named Men's Soccer WCC All-Academic November 22, 2012
Gonzaga Women
- Meet The 2013 Freshmen Zags: Sarah Carter Up First June 13, 2013
- Women's Soccer Releases 2013 Schedule June 5, 2013
- Spots Still Available For Gonzaga Soccer Academy Camps May 27, 2013
- Tournament Win Highlights Spring Season For Women's Soccer May 13, 2013
- Women's Soccer Adds Five Players For 2013 April 24, 2013
Seattle U Men
- Seattle U to Host Nike Summer Soccer ID Camps June 3, 2013
- Redhawk Men's Soccer welcomes Nike Spring ID Camp April 28 March 19, 2013
- Nate Daligcon Hired as Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach March 12, 2013
- Seattle U Men’s Soccer Signs Six to NLIs March 7, 2013
- Six Redhawks Earn MPSF All-Academic Honors January 11, 2013
Seattle U Women
- Women's Soccer Announces 2013 Schedule June 13, 2013
- Melissa Busque Called Up to Join Canadian National Team June 11, 2013
- Women's Soccer Announces 2013 Summer Camp Schedule May 21, 2013
- Busque Signs With Seattle Sounders Women April 24, 2013
- Women's Soccer to Partner With Special Olympics on Sunday April 20, 2013
SPU Falcon Men
- SPU Men Have Six-Game Spring Schedule April 5, 2013
- Hahnemann, Sounders fall short April 2, 2013
- Hahnemann's high-stakes start for Sounders April 1, 2013
- SPU Men's Soccer Signs Five Fine Recruits February 22, 2013
- SPU's Pearman is All-Region Soccer Pick November 21, 2012
SPU Falcon Women
- In the wings on international soccer stage April 18, 2013
- Six-Game Spring Soccer Slate for SPU Women April 4, 2013
- Six Soccer Standouts Sign With SPU Women February 7, 2013
- Two Falcons Get All-Region Soccer Honors November 20, 2012
- Overtime Loss Drops SPU from Playoffs November 10, 2012
Saint Martin’s Saints
- #4 SMU Female Athlete of the Year: Chelsea Haskey
- #5 SMU Female Athlete of the Year: Joslyn Eugenio
- #6 SMU Male and Female Athletes of the Year: Bobby Twedt and Caley Wiseman
- #7 SMU Male and Female Athletes of the Year: Brady Bomber and Ashley Engel
- #8 SMU Male and Female Athletes of the Year: Brandon Scott and Mandy Wittmier
