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noreply@blogger.com (Charlotte Eagles Soccer Club) — Sun, 20 Jul 2008 03:42:00 +0000

Charlotte 8-0 Real Maryland

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Herrera Earns Five Assists in 8-0 Charlotte Win
Over Real Maryland

(Charlotte, NC) - The Charlotte Eagles hosted the Real Maryland Monarchs tonight at Restart Field. Jorge Herrera assisted on five goals while Swinehart, Kabwe and Ssejjemba scored two goals each in the 8-0 shutout of the Monarchs. The Eagles win strengthened their position at that top of the USL-2 standings for a record of 11-1-4 for 37 points.

Jorge Herrera and Dustin Swinehart combined for both first half goals in the 8-0 win over Real Maryland. - Photo by Rusty Burroughs.

Jorge Herrera was the spark in the Eagles engines during the first half of the match. Herrera set up Dustin Swinehart for both first half Charlotte goals. The Eagles first goal came in the 10th minute of play. Jorge Herrera attacked down the right side line and pushed through to the endline before sending a ball into the middle. Swinehart ran onto the cross from Herrera and beat Real Maryland goalkeeper Emilio Zelaya with a shot just inside the left post.

In the 24th minute Herrera nearly scored one himself off a cross from Swinehart. Herrera took a volley shot and sent the ball blistering off the crossbar.

Herrera and Swinehart combined on their second goal in the final minute of the half. Herrera in the midfield lifted a ball up over the defense and bending into the line of attack of Dustin Swinehart. Swinehart controlled with his chest and broke away toward goal. He fired off a shot to beat Zelaya on the left side of goal. The teams went to halftime with the Eagles up 2-0.

The flood gates opened for Charlotte in the second half, and Herrera continued to be a huge part of the Charlotte offensive throughout the half. The Eagles extended their lead to three in the opening minute with an unassisted goal by Josephy Kabwe. Kabwe collected the ball and rifled off a shot. His shot deflected off a Monarchs defender and continued into the net.

Six minutes later Joseph Kabwe assisted Robert Ssejjemba to put the Eagles up 4-0. Kabwe attacked on the left side and slotted a pass through for the finish by Ssejjemba who was loosely covered.

Joseph Kabwe scored his second goal of the match in the 55th minute. Jorge Herrera manuvered down the end line from the right side and served up a perfect ball for Kabwe who knocked it home to beat Zelaya in goal. It was Herrera's third assist on the night.

Robert Ssejjemba scored his second goal of the night in the 60th minute. Taurai Daka played the ball in for Robert Ssejjemba on the left side. Ssejjemba ran onto the ball and blasted inside the near post from 15 yards out. Ssejjemba's goal extended the Charlotte lead to 6-0.

Taurai Daka added a goal of his own in the the 78th minute. Real Maryland got caught off guard when the referee signaled to play on when the Monarchs were looking for a whistle. Daka and Herrera continued on toward goal with only the goalkeeper to beat. Herrera passed to Daka for the easy finish.

Charlotte got its final goal of the game in the 82nd minute. Jorge Herrera earned his fifth assist of the game, combining with Gustavo Bentos to wrap up the match 8-0.

The Charlotte Eagles return to home field action next Saturday night hosting Crystal Palace Baltimore at Restart Field. Fans can save $2.00 per ticket by purchasing them online by midnight Friday, July 25th. Tickets can also be purchased at the gate; $10 for adults, $7.00 for students (6-18), kids five and under get FREE admission.

noreply@blogger.com (Charlotte Eagles Soccer Club) — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 03:56:00 +0000

Eagles Over Wilmington 4-3

June 12th, 2008 - IN THIS ISSUE

Lady Eagles Match Report

Eagles Match Report

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Undefeated Atlanta Still Trouble for Lady Eagles

(Charlotte, NC) - The Charlotte Lady Eagles hosted the division leading Atlanta Silverbacks tonight at Restart Field. Despite scoring the opening goal, the Lady Eagles could not hand Atlanta. Christine Latham scored three goals to lead the Silverbacks Women to a 4-2 victory over the Lady Eagles.
Charlotte and Atlanta battled in the midfield for control of the match though much of the first half, but it was the Lady Eagles who took the first lead of the match. Defender Ashley Swinehart pushed up the right side into the midfield and played the ball forward for Schemedes on the run. Schmedes danced around the last Atlanta defender and beat Atlanta goalkeeper Allison Whitworth with a well-placed shot inside the left post.
Just as the Lady Eagles seemed to be heading to halftime with a 1-0 lead, the Silverbacks women scored in the 45th minute. Former Lady Eagles forward Sarah Steinmann connected with Christine Latham to split the Lady Eagles defense. Latham beat Lady Eagles goalkeeper Laura Armstrong to send the match to halftime deadlocked at 1-1.
The Lady Eagles started out the second half a bit flat and Atlanta took full advantage with another goal by Christine Latham in the 47th minute. This time Latham was played in by Molly Franklin, creating a fast break. Armstrong rushed out from the net in an attempt to suppress the attack, but Latham put a shot up over Armstrong and into the left side of the goal.
Christine Latham completed her hat trick in the 67th minute. Atlanta lofted a ball into the congested box toward Laura Armstrong. Armstrong got to the ball but it rebounded to Latham who poked it into the goal.
Jill Porto extended the Atlanta lead to 4-1 in the 68th minute off a penalty kick. Tamires Gomes was whistled for a hand ball just inside the Charlotte 18 yard box. Porto stepped up to take the penalty and beat Armstrong with a shot into the right side of the goal.
Charlotte cut the lead back to two goals in the 77th minute off a free kick from 50 yards out. Lydia Vandenbergh took the free kick, putting up for Ashley Swinehart in the box. Swinehart got up for a beautiful header, redirecting the serve and beating Whitworth inside the left post.
The 4-2 loss was and unfortunate result for the Lady Eagles who had several periods of quality play and possession through the match. Atlanta was successful in exploiting a few key Charlotte lapses and doing well to finish the opportunities.
The Charlotte Lady Eagles wrap up the 2008 regular season on Friday, July 18th at Restart Field. Charlotte witl host the West Virginia Illustion with a 7:00 pm kickoff. Save $2.00/ticket when you buy online at www.CharlotteEagles.com prior to game day. Gate ticket prices are $10 for adults and $7 for students 6-18 years of ages. Kids 5 and under get FREE admission.