2008 Lady Eagles News

2008-07-04T00:13:00.002-04:00

Lady Eagles 3-0 Railhawks

July 3, 2008 - IN THIS ISSUE

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The Charlotte Lady Eagles faced the Carolina Railhawks Women tonight at WakeMed Soccer Park. Tina Murphy led the Lady Eagles to a 3-0 victory tallying three goals and one assist. Kelly Schmedes scored the other goal for Charlotte.

Tina Murphy got the Lady Eagles on the scoreboard early in the match. Veteran Midfielder Lulu Quigley assisted on the opening goal by Murphy in the third minute of play.

Twenty minutes into the match it was Murphy on the offensive once again, but this time she set up Kelly Schmedes who finished to put the Lady Eagles up 2-0. Charlotte carried that 2-0 lead into the halftime break. Though the shots in the first half were recorded with six a side, Charlotte had the better of the play for much of the half and most importantly they were able to capitalize on chances.

The final goal of the match came in the 57th minute to give the Charlotte Lady Eagles a 3-0 lead. Veterans Christy Rife and Tina Murphy combined on the goal with Rife earning the assist and Murphy posting her second goal of the match. Charlotte out-shot Carolina 4-3 in the second half. The Railhawks earned three corner kicks from their offensive efforts, but again had trouble capitalizing to produce a goal.

With tonight's victory the Lady Eagles improve to 10-1-1 on the season for 31 points. The Lady Eagles remain in second place in the W-League Atlantic Division standings, just two points behind the undefeated division-leading Atlanta Silverbacks. Charlotte has just two games (both home games) left in the regular season, facing Atlanta next and finishing up hosting West Virginia.

The Lady Eagles will have their last chance to hand Atlanta its first loss on Saturday, July 12th at Restart Field. Kick off for that match is set for 7:00 pm. Saturday, July 12th is also the Windstream 3v3 Cup hosted by the Lady Eagles. Teams interested in participating in the 3v3 tournament must register by 5:00pm on Monday, July 7th. Visit http://www.charlotteeagles.com/youth_soccer/3v3_cup.htm for more information and to register.

Charlotte Lady Eagles...
...YOUR team !

2008-06-27T22:25:00.002-04:00

Lady Eagles Top Railhawks

June 27, 2008 - IN THIS ISSUE

3v3 Cup

Lady Eagles Top Railhawks

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Lady Eagles Top Railhawks 1-0

(Charlotte, NC) - The Charlotte Lady Eagles hosted the Carolina Railhawks tonight at a rainy Restart Field on the campus of Charlotte Christian School. Nikki Lyons scored the lone goal of the match to give the Lady Eagles a 1-0 victory. With the win, Charlotte's record improves to 9-1-1, for 28 points, while the Railhawks drop to 4-4-1, for 13 points.

Charlotte carried most of the possession in the first half and had some periods of strong pressure resulting in several cornerkick opportunities. The Railhawks played conservatively, sitting in and looking for opportunities off the counter attack. The closest chance of the opening 30 minutes came when Railhawk midfielder Lindsay Vera picked off a Charlotte pass and fired a shot past Lady Eagles goalkeeper Laura Armstrong, but Vera's shot missed the target. Charlotte responded just minutes later with a nice combination between Kelly Schmedes and substitute forward Nikki Lyons down the right side. Lyons served the ball in for Charlotte attacking midfielder Lydia Vandenbergh, but Vandenbergh didn't muster enough power on the shot to beat goalkeeper Anna Rodenbough.

Schmedes helped create another positive attack for Charlotte, pushing in behind the Railhawk's defense. Schmedes hit a low driven cross into the congestion in front of the goal where both Lyons and Murphy had close attempts. Carolina goalkeeper Anna Rodenbough was there to deny the opportunities. Despite the late scoring chances the half ended at 0-0.

Charlotte opened the second half with two quality opportunities in the first ten minutes. Kelly Schmedes and Nikki Lyons continued to combine well together and had a great opportunity up the right flank. Then Lydia Vandenbergh sent a ball from distance that carried over Rodenbough and off of the crossbar.

Carolina's first chance of the second half came off a midfield giveaway, resulting in a good shooting chance for fresh substitute Carrie Patterson, but Laura Armstrong was up for the task in the Charlotte goal.

Charlotte finally broke through and put one on the scoreboard in the 74th minute off a Tina Murphy cornerkick. Murphy's kick found Nikki Lyons who got up for the header, directing the ball into the back of the net.

The game wore on with no significant scoring chances until a foul was called on the Lady Eagles on the end line, five yards from the edge of the 18 yard box. Laura Novikoff headed the cross away but Carolina's Ali Baker drilled a shot back toward goal, forcing a save by Armstrong. Carolina nearly tied it with a great chance in injury time. Ali Baker ran onto a ball that found its way through the Charlotte defense, but Baker's shot was put over the crossbar. The Lady Eagles fought off a late Carolina surge to preserve the 1-0 result.

The Lady Eagles and Railhawks will face each other again next week, this time at Carolina's home field. Charlotte's next home game is on Saturday, July 12th at Restart field. The Lady Eagles host the undefeated Atlanta Silverbacks Women, with kickoff slated for 7:00 pm.

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...YOUR team !

2008-06-21T23:46:00.001-04:00

Lady Eagles 2-2 Dyanmo Women

June 21, 2008 - IN THIS ISSUE

Kabwe Scores in 1-0 Win

Lady Eagles and Dynamo Tie 2-2

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Kabwe Scores in 1-0 Victory Over Monarchs

(Boyds, MD) The Charlotte Eagles played their eleventh game of the regular season on the road tonight facing the Real Maryland Monarchs. Joseph Kabwe scored the lone goal of the match to earn Charlotte a 1-0 victory over the Monarchs and maintain the top spot in the USL-2.

Charlotte got off to a great start in the match. Veteran defender Josh Rife and forward Rob Ssejjemba combined for a great chance in which Rife narrowly missed to the left of goal from 18 yards away.

Real Maryland responded immediately, and in the 5th minute a partial clearance led to Ronald Cerritos attempting a dangerous volley which was just deflected out for a corner.

In the 31st minute, Charlotte had another great chance as Ssejjemba got free for a header but missed just over the crossbar. Once again, Maryland countered as midfield catalyst Dennis Alas got free on the right side. Alas played a ball across the goal, just out of reach of the sprawling Perez at the far post.

The Eagles and Monarchs found themselves deadlocked, 0-0 at the halftime whistle after a fairly even performance in the first half.

Maryland came out playing very well in the 2nd half, and should have taken the lead in the 49th minute. Alas struck a ferocious free kick from the right side which was saved by Boss. The rebound fell right to Maryland defender Andy Kish who had the entire goal at his disposal but he put the ball over the crossbar.

The missed chance seemed to deflate the home side as Charlotte began to gain control of the game. A mistake in defense by Marcos Chantal almost gave them the lead in the 53rd minute, but Jorge Hererra missed his chance at goal with a miss-hit shot.

In the 65th minute, some lazy defending by Maryland, coupled with questioning positioning by goalkeeper Emilio Zelaya, allowed the always dangerous Dustin Swineheart in behind the defense. Swinehart struck his shot high and wide of the goal.

Charlotte finally broke through in the 73rd minute. Defender Ben Johnson took a long throw-in from the right side, finding Dustin Swinehart at the near post. Swinehart flicked the ball on to the far post for Joseph Kabwe. Kabwe, eight yards out from goal, blasted a shot past Zelaya to take the 1-0 lead.

Alas had one last chance to pull Real Maryland even in the 86th minute when he sent one of his trademark, blistering free kicks just wide of the goal from 35 yards away.

Maryland pushed forward for the remaining minutes, which left them exposed in defense, but Zelaya made several saves to keep the game at 1-0. Charlotte earned its eighth win of season and the Monarchs slumped to their fourth straight league defeat.

The Charlotte Eagles are right back in action on Tuesday night for another US Open Cup match. This time, in the second round the Eagles face the Charleston Battery of the USL-1 at Charleston. The winner of the match will go on to face 2006 and 2007 MSL Cup champion Houston Dynamo of Major League Soccer. Should the Eagles win, they will host the Dynamo in Charlotte on July 1st.

Scoring Summary
Charlotte, Joe Kabwe (assist Dustin Swineheart) - 73rd minute

Discipline Summary:
Caution: Charlotte, Brady Bryant (UB) - 8th minute.
Caution: Maryland, Ronald Cerritos (FRD) - 72nd minute.
Caution: Maryland, Higueras (UB) - 90th minute.

Shots: Charlotte (12) Maryland (8)

Saves: Charlotte (2) Maryland (5)

Fouls: Charlotte (14) Maryland (15)

Corners: Charlotte (5) Maryland (4)

Lady Eagles and Dynamo Women Play to 2-2 Draw

The Charlotte Lady Eagles played on the road tonight as well, facing the Carolina Dynamo Women. Charlotte got its first tie of the season moving to 8-1-1 for 25 points. The Lady Eagles sit comfortably in the second spot in the Atlantic Division, just two points below leading Atlanta Silverbacks Women. Carolina is in the middle of the W-League Atlantic Division Standings at 3-5-2 for 11 points. The Lady Eagles and Dynamo women played once previously this season, and Charlotte came away with a 3-2 victory back on May 16th at Restart Field.

The Lady Eagles return to home field action on June 27th, hosting the Carolina Railhawks. Kickoff is slated for 7:00pm at Restart Field. Visit www.charlotteeagles.com for tickets and save $2.00/ticket online in advance.

2008-06-20T16:58:00.002-04:00

Roadtrip

June 20th, 2008 - IN THIS ISSUE

3v3 Cup

Teams on the Road

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Eagles & Lady Eagles on the Road this Weekend

The Charlotte Eagles pro team and the Charlotte Lady Eagles w-league team are both on the road this weekend for league play. The Eagles pro team face new-comer to the league, the Real Maryland Monarchs on Saturday, June 21st. Meanwhile, the Lady Eagles face the Carolina Dynamo Women on Saturday. Also, don't forget that the Kick for the Cure Jersey auction ends on Saturday at 5:00 pm. Visit www.CharlotteEagles.com to access the auction site.

Eagles @ Real Maryland Monarchs

The Eagles pro team currently sits atop the USL-2 standings with a 7-1-2 record for 23 points. Charlotte faces Real Maryland this Saturday in Maryland. The Monarchs have had a tough start to their inaugural season with a 3-6-0 record for 9 points. Their best showing of the season was in the 3-2 victory over current number two Cleveland City Stars.

Charlotte must not take the team lightly though. The Monarchs certainly have some talent on their team, and the Eagles are in the midst of their busiest run of the season, with Open Cup matches adding to an already full schedule. Saturday kicks off a long stretch for the Eagles, with an Open Cup match in Charleston on Tuesday and a two game weekend on July 27th and 28th. Should the Eagles defeat Charleston on Juen 24th, then the Eagles will host the '06 & '07 MLS Champion Houston Dynamo on July 1st in Charlotte.

Lady Eagles Face Carolina Dynamo

The Charlotte Lady Eagles face the Carolina Dynamo Women on Saturday night. The Lady Eagles (8-1-0, 24 pts) are tied with Atlanta with 24 points thus far this season, but Charlotte has played one more game than Atlanta, and the Lady Eagles' only loss is to Atlanta.

Carolina currently sits in the middle of the W-League Atlantic Division Standings at 2-5-1 for 7 points. The Lady Eagles and Dynamo women played once already this season, and Charlotte came away with a 3-2 victory back on May 16th at Restart Field.

Charlotte Lady Eagles Soccer... YOUR team!

2008-06-19T17:43:00.002-04:00

Pink Jersey Auction Deals

June 19, 2008 - IN THIS ISSUE

3v3 Cup

Pink Jersey Auction

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KICK FOR THE CURE PINK JERSEY AUCTION...

...Online now!
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Kick for the Cure Pink Jersey Auction Closes Saturday
- Several Great Deals Still Available!

The Kick for the Cure Pink Jersey auction is still live at www.CharlotteEagles.com. Help support Komen for the Cure, the fight against breast cancer and get an authentic special edition game jersey at the same time! The Pink Eagles and Lady Eagles game jerseys are being auctioned off online, with the auction closing this Saturday, June 21st. All proceeds from the sale of the jerseys will be donated to Komen for the Cure.

The opening bid on the jerseys is only $35.00 for these authentic game-worn jerseys. Several jerseys have current bids well over the $35.00 opening bid, but there is still a great chance for some bargains. The following jerseys have not yet been bid on:

Eagles Pro Team Jerseys

#4 Brady Bryant
#9 Worteh Sampson
#21 Darren Toby
#32 Josh Rife

Lady Eagles Team Jerseys

#5 Julie Gailey
#12 Lulu Quigleu
#16 Carrie Lorenz
#20 Heather Dittmer
#21 Laura Novikoff

Visit www.CharlotteEagles.com to bid on these and other Charlotte Eagles and Lady Eagles Jerseys.

Here's how it works:

To bid on a jersey you must first register by clicking the registration link at the top of the Charlotte Eagles auction site. You will then receive an e-mail to confirm your registration. Click on the link in your e-mail to confirm the registration and activate your auction username and password. Then just log in to the auction site with your username and password. The first page of the site just lists the top ten highest bids in the auction. Click on the categories on the left hand side to see the full list of jerseys. To bid, just click the picture of the player you would like to bid on, then enter your maximum bid. The auction site will automatically bid in $2.00 increments for you until you are the high bidder or until it reaches your maximum bid (whichever comes first). You are welcome to increase your bid at any time. The Buy Now option on the jerseys give you an option to buy the jersey at that set price before the auction closes. For more information, or if you experience a problem email webmaster@charlotteeagles.com

Charlotte Eagles Soccer... YOUR team!

2008-06-14T19:32:00.002-04:00

Lady Eagles Roll

June 14th, 2008 - IN THIS ISSUE

3v3 Cup

Lady Eagles Match Report

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Lady Eagles Roll

The Charlotte Lady Eagles hosted the Richmond Kickers Destiny on Saturday. Donning the pink kits in brest cancer awareness for the Komen Foundation the Lady Eagles secured much of the early possession, but were unable to produce great scoring chances. Richmond was able to generate the most quality scoring chances with three shots on net in the opening 35 minutes. Richmond was content with sitting in a conceding possession and their compressed defense thwarted and frustrated the Lady Eagles attack which seemed to dissolve as it progressed into the attacking third. This continued throughout the half which ended in a 0-0 tie.

The second half opened much like the first with Charlotte having much of the possession. Richmond defended well until 10 minutes in Lulu Quigley avoided confrontation and served in a ball which Christy Rife nodded just inside the near post to open the game up for a 1-0 Lady Eagles lead. The second period wore on with Laura Armstrong untested as the Charlotte defense held tight. The Lady Eagles attack looked potent at times but were caught offside five times in the second half. The Lady Eagles broke through on a nice possession on their left side through Ashleigh Swinehart who found Nikki Lyons who then slid a ball through to Kelly Schmedes and she neatly finished. Richmond nearly pulled one back after a shot from Molly McKeon rang the crossbar in injury time, but ultimately were not able to score on the night. As it stood the Lady Eagles won 1-0 keeping themselves in second place in the Atlantic division behind Atlanta.

The Lady Eagles play again away at the Carolina Dynamo next Saturday..

2008-06-13T16:06:00.002-04:00

Kick For The Cure Night

June 14, 2008 - IN THIS ISSUE

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Kick for the Cure Night

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Kick for the Cure Night

(Charlotte, NC) - The Charlotte Eagles will be hosting the second annual Kick for the Cure Night this Saturday, June 14th at Charlotte Christian School's Restart Field. The Lady Eagles and Eagles will be sporting their special pink jerseys in support of Komen for the Cure and the fight against breast cancer. The game worn pink jerseys will be auctioned off online at the Charlotte Eagles website throughout next week, with proceeds going to Komen for the Cure. All About You Salon will also be out at the doubleheader offering FREE* hair cuts to those willing to donate their hair to Locks of Love. The evening will kick off at 5:00 pm with the Lady Eagles hosting Richmond. Between the Eagles and Lady Eagles game will be a Celebrity Challenge and the men's game will kick off at 8:00pm.

FREE HAIR CUTS from All About You Salon & Day Spa

All About You Salon & Day Spa are partnering with the Charlotte Eagles and Lady Eagles on Kick for the Cure Night offering FREE* hair cuts to those willing to donate their hair to Locks of Love. *(There is a minimum length cut required for the FREE hair cut) All others can get a hair cut at the game for just $5.00.

PINK JERSEY AUCTION

The Charlotte Eagles and Lady Eagles will be sporting special Pink Diadora Jerseys during their matches on Saturday night in support of the fight against breast cancer. The authentic game jerseys will then be auctioned off on the Charlotte Eagles website beginning with the Lady Eagles kick off at 5:00 pm and will close on the following Saturday, June 21st at 5:00pm. Proceeds from the Jersey auction will be donated to Komen For the Cure.

CELEBRITY CHALLENGE

The Charlotte Eagles will be hosting a special Celebrity Challenge at 7:00pm, between the Eagles and Lady Eagles game on Saturday night. The Celebrity Challenge will be a shooting competition with noteable Charlotte Area personalities such as Leslie Neese, former New Life 91.9 announcer and Survivor reality television show participant. Participants will take shots at the Bojangles' shootout board. The Eagles will donate up to $2500 to Komen for the Cure based on the shooting success of the participants.

Tickets for the Charlotte Eagles Kick for the Cure Doubleheader evening can be purchased online at www.CharlotteEagles.com or at the gate. Gate prices are $10 for adults, $7 for students (18 and under), and children 5 and under get free admission.

Charlotte Eagles Soccer... YOUR team!

2008-06-07T21:00:00.002-04:00

Lady Eagles Shutout Bradenton 5-0

June 7th, 2008 - IN THIS ISSUE

3v3 Cup

Lady Eagles Match Report

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Lady Eagles Shutout Bradenton 5-0

(Charlotte, NC) - The Charlotte Lady Eagles played their second game in two nights at Restart Field. Tonight they hosted the Bradenton Athletics. Lydia Vandenbergh lead the Lady Eagles, scoring two goal in the 5-0 shutout of the Athletics.

The Lady Eagles controlled the flow of the match in the first half, with the pace hampered by the Charlotte heat. Charlotte scored the opening goal of the game in the 37th minute off a cross from the left side by Kelly Schmedes. Lydia Vandenbergh got a touch on the serve from Schmedes and then poked it into the net past Shannon Aitken from about four yards out. The first half ended with the Lady Eagles up 1-0. Charlotte out-shot Bradenton 9-2 in the half.

Tina Murphy extended the lead for Charlotte in the 49th minute. Charlotte worked the ball up field and put it out wide to Christy Rife. Rife continued down the left flank and then served it across for Murphy. Murphy scored with a well placed shot from 8 yards out, putting the ball just inside the right post.

Veteran midfielder Lydia Vandenbergh scored the third Charlotte goal in the 54th minute. The goal was set up with a cross from the left side from Tina Murphy. Murphy found Christy Rife at the far post. Rife got a head on the cross. Rife's header came out to Vandenbergh who scored with a well struck volley from 12 yards out.

Nikki Lyons looked to add the fourth goal in the 61st minute firing a shot on goal from the middle, but Bradenton goalkeeper Shannon Aitken made a beautiful diving save to deny Lyons the goal.

Two minutes later Christy Rife put the Lady Eagles up 4-0. Christy beat a defender at the top of the box, found some space and placed a bending shot around the goalkeeper and just inside the right post.

Nikki Lyons got the goal she was looking for in the 66th minutes. Lydia Vandenbergh set up the goal with a through ball onto the run of Lyons. Lyons ran right at goal and scored with a low shot past Aitken.

Charlotte returns to home field action on Saturday, June 14th hosting Richmond in a doubleheader evening with the Eagles pro team. The Lady Eagles will kick off at 5:00pm followed by the Eagles hosting Western Mass at 8:00pm.

Eagles Open Cup Round 1

The Charlotte Eagles will host their round one Open Cup match this Tuesday, June 10th at Restart Field, 7:00pm. Charlotte will play host to the Clearwater Galactic of the USASA. Tickets for the Open Cup match are available online for just $5.00 in advance. Gate ticket prices are $10 for adults and $7.00 for youth (ages five and under free). Season Tickets are not valid for the Open Cup match.

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2008-06-07T11:49:00.002-04:00

Lady Eagles Host Bradenton Tonight

June 7th, 2008 - IN THIS ISSUE

Tonight's Game at Restart Field

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Lady Eagles Game Tonight at Restart Field

Please note that there was a printing error on tickets for tonights Lady Eagles game against the Bradenton Athletics. Tonight's match will be played at Charlotte Christian School's Restart Field and not UNC Charlotte. We apologize for the confusion and hope to see you tonight at Restart Field!

Also, tickets are now on sale for the Eagles US Open Cup Match by visiting www.CharlotteEagles.com. The Eagles play in the first round of the US Open Cup for their next match on Tuesday, June 10th at Restart Field. Kickoff is slated for 7:00 pm as the Eagles play host to the Clearwater Galactic of the USASA. Purchase your tickets in advance for the Open Cup Tournament match by midnight on Monday, June 9th and get the special advanced Open Cup rate of just $5.00 for all advance tickets (adult and youth tickets). Tickets will also be available at the gate for $10 for adults and $7.00 for youth. Eagles season tickets are not valid for the Open Cup Tournament Games.

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