Category Archives: Tacoma Stars
Lake Tapps native Cam Vickers goes pro with Phoenix FC
LAKE TAPPS, Wash. — Auburn Riverside grad Cam Vickers has signed with Phoenix Wolves FC of the USL-Pro. The speedy winger / back has played locally for Tacoma Tide FC, … Continue reading
Tacoma Stars great Preki in new Indoor Hall of Fame class
(press release) The Indoor Soccer Hall of Fame today announced its 2013 class, marking the induction of five players and one coach. Preki, Kai Haaskivi, Zoltan Toth, Brian Quinn, Mike … Continue reading
LOGO WARS top seeds all advance to elite eight; new polls now open
The battle between the logos of Washington state’s professional and semi-pro soccer clubs continues today on goalWA.net with the elite eight taking each other on in the second round. The … Continue reading
The Wash: Tacoma Stars eliminated from playoff contention; still struggling with “pro” status
The Wash is David Falk’s take on the world of soccer in The WA. TACOMA, Wash.— The Tacoma Stars won’t be a part of the 2012-13 PASL playoffs. The Turlock Express … Continue reading
Tacoma Stars nip Mexico Toros in home finale
TACOMA, Wash.— The Tacoma Stars came from behind to beat the Mexico Toros in PASL action on Saturday night February 2 at the Pacific Sports Center. The win guaranteed the … Continue reading
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
Strong start lifts Tacoma Stars over Sacramento
SACRAMENTO, Calif.— The Tacoma Stars screamed out to a 6:0 lead before the Sacramento Surge knew what hit them. Tacoma held on the rest of the way for a 9:5 … Continue reading
Tacoma Stars split double-header in Turlock
TURLOCK, Calif.—The Tacoma Stars extended their PASL win streak to three matches and reached the .500 mark at 6-6 in a 6:4 afternoon tripumph against the Express in Turlock, California … Continue reading
PASL NW Players of the Week: Experience and youth combine for South Sound Shock
by David Falk The South Sound Shock are undefeated so far this season in the PASL NW. The club has momentum in part due to a dynamic duo featuring experience … Continue reading
Tacoma Stars sweep Anaheim Bolts
TACOMA, Wash. – The Anaheim Bolts visited the City of Destiny over the weekend and the Tacoma Stars feel a whole lot better about themselves after taking 12:9 and 9:7 … Continue reading
Tacoma Stars score even dozen to trip Anaheim Bolts
TACOMA, Wash.— Ian Weinberg scored three in a balanced Tacoma attack as the Stars outscored the Anaheim Bolts 12:9 on Saturday night January 19 at the Pacific Sports Center. The … Continue reading
Big blowouts highlight Saturday night in PASL NW
It rained goals on Saturday night January 19th in PASL NW action. Some teams enjoyed the showers, others just got wet. In Snohomish the Skyhawks blasted the Marysville Ruckus. In … Continue reading
PASL weekend preview: Stars home; rematches from last week
It’s looking a bit familiar in the PASL NW this weekend. The schedule features two rematches from just one week ago. In Tumwater the Pioneers will once again tangle with … Continue reading
Bolts hang on to edge Stars, 8:7
ANAHEIM, Calif.—The Tacoma Stars pulled their goalkeeper to add a sixth attacker but the final result was still a loss, the club’s fourth straight, after an 8:7 Anaheim Bolts win … Continue reading
Tacoma Stars get rolled in Vegas, 15:6
LAS VEGAS, Nevada—The Tacoma Stars dropped to 3-5 on the Professional Arena Soccer League season after the Las Vegas Legends rolled the Washington visitors 15:6 on Friday night. It was 6:3 … Continue reading
Arena soccer reboots for 2013 with big matches this weekend
The PASL is back and kicking after a holiday break and the Northwest clubs are facing some big matches this weekend. In the pro ranks the Tacoma Stars are down in … Continue reading
Video Buzz: Tacoma Stars roughed up by Sockers, Toros
The Tacoma Stars headed south last weekend for matches in San Diego and Tijuana. When the trip was over Tacoma had been thumped twice and outscored 29-7. Tacoma is now … Continue reading
PASL Scoreboard: Ruckus rally in 5.9 Derby, Pumas tie Shock
Here are the scores from Saturday night’s PASL action. Details coming as soon as they are available. Marysville Ruckus 9:8 Arlington Aviators MARYSVILLE, Wash.—“It was a great match to not … Continue reading
PASL Preview: Pumas, Shock in playoff thriller rematch
Premier Weekend: The South Sound Shock will host the Kitsap Pumas on Saturday night in Gig Harbor in a rematch of last year’s playoff thriller that was decided in penalty … Continue reading
Picture Perfect: Wilson Tsoi shoots some ‘Star Power’
TACOMA, Wash.— The Tacoma Stars of the Professional Arena Soccer League scored 25 goals over the weekend in taking down the winless Sacramento Surge 13:2 and 12:5. The second match … Continue reading
PASL Scoreboard: Stars win big, Arlington edges Rapids for first-ever win, Pumas and Skyhawks top the table
The final scores are complete from Saturday night’s Premier Arena Soccer League action and here are the results: Arlington Aviators 6:5 WSA Bellingham Rapids (Report with photos) Wenatchee Fire 3:5 … Continue reading
Tacoma Stars host Sacramento Surge twice this weekend
TACOMA, Wash. – The Tacoma Stars host the expansion Sacramento Surge twice this weekend with hopes of getting back in the win column in Professional Arena Soccer League action. The … Continue reading
Tacoma Stars advance in US Open for Arena Soccer
TACOMA, Wash. – The Tacoma Stars bounced back from a ten-goal loss on Saturday night against the San Diego Sockers to deliver their own punishment by the same margin on … Continue reading
Tacoma Stars rocked by Sockers, classic kit now available online
TACOMA, Wash.- The San Diego Sockers won their 42nd straight match on Saturday night December 1st at the Pacific Sports Center as they rocked the Tacoma Stars 15:5 before around … Continue reading
These leagues gave us great value for money in 2012
Our latest 2012 Top Ten is called “Biggest Bang For Your Buck League.” We count down the best leagues from this year in terms of how much soccer fun you … Continue reading
Dipascuale sticks with Tacoma Stars
by David Falk Facundo Dipascuale is orginally from Argentina but has been a presence in Northwest was soccer for a few years now. He played college ball at Concordia Portland … Continue reading
Video Buzz: Lots of “firsts” in 2012 for Washington soccer
The state of Washington is really the STATE of soccer, and 2012 provided many “firsts” for soccer players and followers. We’ve made a list of the goalWA.net Top Ten favorite … Continue reading
Mark Lee on scoring burst for Tacoma Stars
TACOMA, Wash. — Mark Lee has spent much of his adult soccer life as a defensive wing for the Kitsap Pumas. Last season Lee moved to the Sounders U-23′s (he’s … Continue reading
Tacoma Stars win home opener on Lee’s overtime goal (photos added)
TACOMA, Wash. – Mark Lee scored in overtime to lift the Tacoma Stars to a 9:8 home opening win over the Turlock Express on Saturday night November 17 at the … Continue reading
Stars open Saturday night in Tacoma
TACOMA, Wash.- The Professional Arena Soccer League Tacoma Stars open their 2012-13 season on Saturday night November 17 at 7:35 PM with a home match against the visiting Turlock Express. … Continue reading
Legends reunite in Tacoma
TACOMA, Wash. – Star players from recent eras of indoor and outdoor professional soccer in the Northwest gathered with a packed house of appreciative fans on Friday November 9 at … Continue reading
Date Change: Northwest Soccer Legends Night November 9 in Tacoma
UDPATE: Tacoma, WA. – Due to the Sounders FC playoff match on November 2nd, the 1st Annual “Northwest Soccer Legends Night” has moved to Friday, November 9th. In addition to the change in date, legends … Continue reading
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- Frequent flyers: Seattle Sounders brace themselves for massive road trip in MLS, Open Cup
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- On recent winless streak, Chivas USA's Dan Kennedy agrees with Chelis: "The results tell the story"
- March to the Match Podcast: To do it right, NYCFC should consider Bob Bradley, Patrick Vieira
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WPSL News
- WPSL Eastern Conference 2013 Divisional Previews
- The WPSL Announces New Teams to Join the 2013 Line-Up
- California Storm Moves to Elk Grove with Plans to Play there Permanently.
- SEALIONS ADD BIG NAME TO BACK LINE
- BUSA ANNOUNCES WPSL TEAM!
PASL Arena Soccer News
- 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
- Professional Arena Soccer League Coming to Laredo Energy Arena
- Detroit's Magical Run Ends Just Short of Title San Diego Takes National Championship 8-6
- Sockers win fourth straight PASL championship, 8-6 over Detroit Waza Flo
Ruffneck Scarves News
- 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
- College soccer and scarves growing in popularity
- Scarves up....On the wall
- Top 5 most successful DP's in MLS history
- Ruffneck Scarves plays a key role in US v. Costa Rica match
- Custom scarves and March Madness
- Soccer scarves are a must have for your team's fans
Sounder At Heart
- Three Reign Players Called Up For Canada May 22, 2013 sidereal
- Sounders would host Portland Timbers or Hammerheads if advance to US Open Cup 4th Round May 22, 2013 Dave Clark
- Major Link Soccer: NYCFC Info, FIFA 14, Dallas Red May 22, 2013 Eric Flatness
- U.S. Open Cup: Sounders will visit Tampa Bay Rowdies in third round May 22, 2013 Jeremiah Oshan
- Injuries, international call-ups could slow Sounders' momentum May 22, 2013 Jeremiah Oshan
Prost Amerika
- Timbers Versus DC United: Reversal Of Fortunes May 23, 2013 Brenaldo
- CL Preview — How Did the Germans do it? May 23, 2013 Michael Ligot
- Obafemi Martins Heads for St Petersburg – Again! May 22, 2013 Editor
- Timbers Waive Kawulok, Add McKenzie May 22, 2013 Editor
- MLS News Hovers over City v Chelsea Friendly May 22, 2013 Editor
Bellingham United FC
- Hammers at home May 26 against defending league champs, Vancouver May 22, 2013
- Charity Shield Match recap May 20, 2013
- Bellingham United v. Kitsap Pumas on Sunday, May 19 May 14, 2013
- Kellan Brown's hat trick leads to 3-1 win at Kamloops May 11, 2013
- 10 year old Hammer fan makes Bellingham United the subject of school project May 7, 2013
Washington Men
- Roldan Named Gatorade National Player Of The Year May 20, 2013
- Three Join Men's Soccer For Spring Season March 29, 2013
- Men's Soccer Announces Spring Schedule March 20, 2013
Washington Women
- Women's Soccer Announces 2013 Schedule May 21, 2013
- Dawgs Earn Draw With Sounders Women May 11, 2013
- Dawgs Wrap Up Spring Season At Sounders Women May 8, 2013
- Dawgs Earn Draw, Win In Spring Doubleheader April 18, 2013
- Dawgs Host Spring Doubleheader On Wednesday April 15, 2013
Korrio News
- 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”
- New feature: Bulk Email for Club Admins
- Sounders FC Youth Program Benefits with Korrio
- Dribbling to Maintain Possession by Dr. Dina Gentile
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
- 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
- Spring Cougar Soccer Day April 17, 2013
- Spring Soccer Pits Cougars Against Cougars April 15, 2013
Gonzaga Men
- 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
- Nick Hamer First Team, Lars Ludwigs Second For Zags November 14, 2012
- Caballero Makes Nine Saves But Men's Soccer Falls 1-0 At USF November 10, 2012
Gonzaga Women
- Tournament Win Highlights Spring Season For Women's Soccer May 13, 2013
- Women's Soccer Adds Five Players For 2013 April 24, 2013
- Women's Soccer Spring Season Kicks Into High Gear April 5, 2013
- Saturday's Women's Soccer Game Rescheduled For April 7 March 22, 2013
- Women's Soccer Announces Spring Schedule February 25, 2013
Seattle U Men
- 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
- Kosaka, Merlo Earn All-MPSF Recognition November 8, 2012
Seattle U Women
- 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
- Women's Soccer Takes Spring Break Service Trip to Belize April 3, 2013
- Women's Soccer Releases Spring Schedule March 4, 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
