Category Archives: futbol
Washington’s pro / semi-pro clubs by US Soccer ‘division’
Around the world soccer (football, futbol, calcio, voetbol) uses FIFA and FA (Football Association) designated “divisions” to classify where clubs stand in the hierarchy of the scene. Generally these divisions … 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
State of Soccer: The Women’s game in Washington
How does the ‘pyramid’ of adult women’s soccer look these days in the state of Washington? Thanks to the arrival of Seattle Reign FC and the new NWSL, we’ve got … Continue reading
Video Buzz: Seattle tops Portland in battle of bartenders
Novo Fogo, self-described as “a microdistillery living “the simpler life” in Morretes, Brasil and Bellevue, USA,” recently sponsored an indoor soccer match between bartenders from Seattle and Portland as part … 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
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
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
Video Buzz: Celebrating World Freestyle Day around the planet
September 1st, 2012 was World Freestyle Football Day as thousands of freestylers from around the globe participated in an online homage to their favorite pastime. Cole Morgan of Seattle Freestyle … 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
Final Standings: Washington clubs fare well in PDL, W-League, WPSL
Three of the leagues goalWA.net follows as we cover local soccer have completed their regular seasons. (The PCSL has one match to go. Bellingham United is assured entrance into two … 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
Video Buzz: Seattle Freestyle Soccer’s Cole Morgan
Cole Morgan is a student at Seattle University. He’s also a soccer freestyler whom you may have seen busking the streets before Sounders matches.
Sueño MLS hosts big dreams at Starfire
The hopes and dreams of some local and national soccer players rose and fell over the weekend as Sueño MLS invaded Starfire Sports Complex in Tukwila. Mario Prieto was at … Continue reading
New club names, logos dot soccer scene
2012 is only a few months old but the Washington state soccer scene is already producing new club names and logos at the youth and adult levels.
Ref Focus: Boys, Girls and how referees call their matches
Ray Moffatte Jr. is back with another entry in our “Ref Focus” soccer refereeing series. Is it any different when reffing a female soccer match as opposed to a male one? There … Continue reading
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- Reign FC welcome Rapinoe, sign Cox and Cordner
- Hammers’ big weekend includes hot rods, PCSL race and Kennedy Cup
- ScoreCzar WPSL national rankings updated for June 18; three WA clubs in top 30
- Son of NASL Sounder continues his soccer superhero crusade
- The Wash: Catch a WPSL match while you can
- 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
Major League Soccer News
- For struggling LA Galaxy, "No. 1 priority" was keeping the shutout vs. Portland Timbers
- Portland Timbers lock it down vs. LA Galaxy: "You have to stand your ground"
- Chivas USA's struggles on defense continue in loss: "The only solution to this is hard work"
- Russell Teibert, with two more assists "playing fantastically well" for the improving Vancouver Whitecaps
- LA Galaxy 0, Portland Timbers 0 | MLS Match Recap
- Austin Berry shakes off early mistake to play hero for Chicago Fire: "The whole team had my back"
- Vancouver Whitecaps 3, Chivas USA 1 | MLS Match Recap
- Montreal Impact's strong first half paves way for win vs. Dynamo: "We started the game like fireworks"
- Colorado Rapids worried by outbreak of backline breakdowns: "We need to get on the same page again"
- Houston Dynamo rue latest slow start after loss to Montreal Impact: "It killed us"
WPSL News
- New England Mutiny Re-Sign Lauren Reilly
- ACF Torino USA, ASA Chesapeake Charge Battle to 2-2 Draw
- 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
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
- Reign sign Cox, Cordner and release Cameron, Patterson June 20, 2013 sidereal
- Sounders will be forced to shuffle lineup, again, vs. Real Salt Lake June 19, 2013 Jeremiah Oshan
- Right back starter offers tactical options June 19, 2013 Dave Clark
- Audietis Amplius: Embracing the "In Sigi We Trust" philosophy June 19, 2013 Zach Woosley
- Major Link Soccer/MLS Midweek Gamethread: Martins Praises MLS, Rio Tinto Triumph June 19, 2013 Eric Flatness
Prost Amerika
- Timbers At Galaxy Ends In Scoreless Stalemate June 20, 2013 Cory
- USA 1 : 0 Honduras – Tactical Analysis June 19, 2013 Editor
- Servando Carrasco: I knew I had to be patient. It’s a very, very deep squad. June 19, 2013 Editor
- Timbers Versus Galaxy: Los Angeles Litmus Test June 19, 2013 Brenaldo
- USA Player Ratings vs. Honduras June 19, 2013 Michael Ligot
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
- Pac-12 Networks Scheduled to Televise Eight Cougar Soccer Matches June 19, 2013
- 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
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
