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[ShelbyJ]

Hi--I heard from my sister that Em City--state champs--lost to Columbia Timbers. Does anyone have good information on this?

WPFC beat Mukilteo 4-0, not much of a game.

Emerald City is an amazing team--Columia Timbers are great, but I think few teams are as good as Em City (hate to say it since I am a WPFC and Crossfire fan, but I have to be honest). News anyone?

Thanks

[soccersmygame]

yeah, 1-0 Reds

[nosoupforU]

Hi--I heard from my sister that Em City--state champs--lost to Columbia Timbers. Does anyone have good information on this?

WPFC beat Mukilteo 4-0, not much of a game.

Emerald City is an amazing team--Columia Timbers are great, but I think few teams are as good as Em City (hate to say it since I am a WPFC and Crossfire fan, but I have to be honest). News anyone?

Thanks

saw the whole game, Timbers scored early then went into defense mode. Counted 9 defenders at one time back. Was a fairly uninspiring game at that point. Neither team looked better than the other, but Em City sure didn't look like the team that won it last year.

[Momskick]

I am thinking that Emerald City didn't gear themselves up as much for this game against the Timbers as they did WPFC Black.  
Lessoned learned never assume anything  :roll:

[extremesoccer]

I am thinking that Emerald City didn't gear themselves up as much for this game against the Timbers as they did WPFC Black.  
Lessoned learned never assume anything  :roll:

Timbers have some very good athletes and I would not be surprised if they gave Xfire a run at the cup. Blast got blasted by WPFC, but not sure what happened in that game.

Surprised that Fury only won by 1 against NWN. Does NWN have to score a goal to advance or can they tie Reign 0-0 and advance based on fewest goals allowed between Fury & them?

Looks like EFC is on fire right now

3-Rivers losing to the Eagles and Freedom tying Westsound were the biggest surprises in my book.

[UpperV]

Timbers do indeed have some fine athletes, which suits their style of play very well .  I'm afraid I can't see them match up with Crossfire.  I'm betting this game was one of those unexplained breakdowns that sometimes occurs with children (Cross vs EFC game).  Momskick, WPFC plays a good game, which is always fun to watch and cheer for no matter what side your on.  Good luck this weekend.

[Momskick]

Well the next games on the 17th will tell the tale...

[ShelbyJ]

Thank you for the information.

Eastside is doing great, but their bracket is one that plays to their strengths. Crossfire also did not get a difficult bracket. I said this before and I still feel the same way--the Em City, CT, WPFC, bracket was the hardest and is sort of a shame--whoever comes in second plays Crossfire, and that will be two possible state contenders out in bracket or elimnation round. I always prefered state cup for my older kids after U-14 where there was seeding, which made quarter and semi-finals exciting games. Last year had several excellent teams (such as Eastside) out in bracket because of the random draw.

Best of luck!

[Momskick]

I agree on the bracket selections this year.. They just don't seem to add up at all.

 I guess its just that the girls have fun and play the best they can  as long as they are proud of their play that is all we can ask for.  

Seems a shame that the brackets are not evenly matched in some cases.  Those that come out on top will be swallowed up quickly in some cases I am afraid.... :roll:  

[gameon]

Just curious which brackets do you think are not going to do well out of bracket play?

[Dragon]

Thank you for the information.

Eastside is doing great, but their bracket is one that plays to their strengths. Crossfire also did not get a difficult bracket. I said this before and I still feel the same way--the Em City, CT, WPFC, bracket was the hardest and is sort of a shame--whoever comes in second plays Crossfire, and that will be two possible state contenders out in bracket or elimnation round. I always prefered state cup for my older kids after U-14 where there was seeding, which made quarter and semi-finals exciting games. Last year had several excellent teams (such as Eastside) out in bracket because of the random draw.

Best of luck!

will this still be the case if not all teams are in LPTs?

[Sunburn]

I am thinking that Emerald City didn't gear themselves up as much for this game against the Timbers as they did WPFC Black.  
Lessoned learned never assume anything  :roll:

Timbers have some very good athletes and I would not be surprised if they gave Xfire a run at the cup. Blast got blasted by WPFC, but not sure what happened in that game.

Surprised that Fury only won by 1 against NWN. Does NWN have to score a goal to advance or can they tie Reign 0-0 and advance based on fewest goals allowed between Fury & them?

How can NWN advance with zero points? They would have to atleast win, huh?

Looks like EFC is on fire right now

3-Rivers losing to the Eagles and Freedom tying Westsound were the biggest surprises in my book.

[soccer4life]

Thank you for the information.

Eastside is doing great, but their bracket is one that plays to their strengths. Crossfire also did not get a difficult bracket. I said this before and I still feel the same way--the Em City, CT, WPFC, bracket was the hardest and is sort of a shame--whoever comes in second plays Crossfire, and that will be two possible state contenders out in bracket or elimnation round. I always prefered state cup for my older kids after U-14 where there was seeding, which made quarter and semi-finals exciting games. Last year had several excellent teams (such as Eastside) out in bracket because of the random draw.

Best of luck!

will this still be the case if not all teams are in LPTs?

It will probably be the same unless the state allows for it.  Even on the older kids when you have teams that have played up in the state leagues at a higher age group and drop down to their age group for State, they do not get seeded either.  U14 girls and U15 girls both have teams like that. . .that play up a year and go in unseeded, when if ANY one was to be asked. . .they would be the team to beat.

It would be interesting to see HOW MANY UNSEEDED teams have made the Semi and Final Rounds of all the cups that seed. . . .bumping off seeded teams along the way!

[gotsoccer?]

Interesting perspective upperV on team play and success.  Therefore, your position is that a successful team must first breakdown before another team can prevail.  What happended to the belief that "on any given Saturday, any team can bring a winning game to the field"!  I much prefer to think that the game of soccer, be it played by the young or the old, holds more potential.  Otherwise, why would these kids be out there week after week playing with heart and fire!

[benchwarmer]

Interesting perspective upperV on team play and success.  Therefore, your position is that a successful team must first breakdown before another team can prevail.  What happended to the belief that "on any given Saturday, any team can bring a winning game to the field"!  I much prefer to think that the game of soccer, be it played by the young or the old, holds more potential.  Otherwise, why would these kids be out there week after week playing with heart and fire!

Well said, gotsoccer!

[UpperV]

GotSoccer, you read way too much into my post and assumed a position I in no way have.  I'm sorry if it sounded like I was denegrated any team, that certainly wasn't my intention!  NoSoup mentioned EmCity didn't play like like they had last year so my reply alluded to exactly what you said; in any given game kids can have good days and bad days.  I wasn't taking anything from Eastside or Timbers who I think both play with heart and fire.  My DD has been both an underdog and on top, she's still the same sweet kid in both positions.  I'll cheer for any kid playing their heart out anyday!

[hsmom8]

I happened to be at the eastside93 and thunder girls game this weekend and was really impressed with the play of the thunder. They outplayed eastside however wound up losing, still a very good game overall. It will be interesting how far they go.

[80s forever]

I happened to be at the eastside93 and thunder girls game this weekend and was really impressed with the play of the thunder. They outplayed eastside however wound up losing, still a very good game overall. It will be interesting how far they go.

Good teams always find a way to win.

[general]

I happened to be at the eastside93 and thunder girls game this weekend and was really impressed with the play of the thunder. They outplayed eastside however wound up losing, still a very good game overall. It will be interesting how far they go.

Seriously?  :roll:

Cause the game I saw had thunder in their defensive 1/2 almost the whole game.  

Thunder HAS improved drastically from last year's GP level.  They must have picked up some talent at try outs last year.

[monday]

I happened to be at the eastside93 and thunder girls game this weekend and was really impressed with the play of the thunder. They outplayed eastside however wound up losing, still a very good game overall. It will be interesting how far they go.

Seriously?  :roll:

Cause the game I saw had thunder in their defensive 1/2 almost the whole game.  

Thunder HAS improved drastically from last year's GP level.  They must have picked up some talent at try outs last year.

Factor in that Eastside is very good but sometimes a little streaky.  If they are in the mood, they can even shutout Crossfire.

[monday]

I am thinking that Emerald City didn't gear themselves up as much for this game against the Timbers as they did WPFC Black.  
Lessoned learned never assume anything  :roll:

Timbers have some very good athletes and I would not be surprised if they gave Xfire a run at the cup. Blast got blasted by WPFC, but not sure what happened in that game.

Surprised that Fury only won by 1 against NWN. Does NWN have to score a goal to advance or can they tie Reign 0-0 and advance based on fewest goals allowed between Fury & them?

How can NWN advance with zero points? They would have to atleast win, huh?

Looks like EFC is on fire right now

3-Rivers losing to the Eagles and Freedom tying Westsound were the biggest surprises in my book.

3-Rivers losing to the Eagles and Freedom tying Westsound were definitely surprises.  My guess is the Freedom backend was improved by some Evergreen players.  Freedom had good players but just needed a few more ingrediants to turn it around.  It suggests that the new Evergreen club will be next year's Federal Way story.  This could be a first indication of next year.

EFC can be on fire and a difficult team to beat. They have the advantage of being able to pull it together late and make a come back.  I like that they play within a good team framework.  I'd give thumbs up for EFC this year.

Checking the NWN calendar shows they have a rough road ahead and will need a little of that Eagles magic.  First they need to shutdown a Federal Way offensive team that is one of the best and find a way to put the ball in the back of the net, which has been a problem for NWN against better units.  It's do or die for them. But Magic can happen.  NWN has shown they can put the ball in from set plays or corner kicks.  This could be what happens.  But my money would be on the Reign and an upset if they lose.

Snohomish is a good team on a bit of a down cycle and still able to win and  be competive.  This could be a problem out of bracket for they will be a powerful team to go up against.  A Snohomish game against the forementioned EFC would be fun.  I expect A Division to be Snohomish and the Reign.  Both teams could go deep into the tournament and both able to beat Crossfire on any given day.

[shinedown]

Monday - interesting stuff. All the teams you mentioned are obviously solid, but IMHO Crossfire Shil. is still the one to beat, they are just disciplined, athletic and obviously well coached.  Good luck to all the teams!!

[Just4Kicks]

It is very surprising that Freedom has 2 ties & no losses in State Cup so far especially when you look back at their not so impressive record from State league.  The use of guest players is a fine line - I believe guest players should only be added to your roster if your team is hurting due to too many players with injuries or for whatever other reason that your team may be down players.  I heard that with these ESA guest players they now have a roster of 18 players - 7 players on the bench - almost enough to field 2 teams.  Previously mentioned, it sounds like these ESA players are making an impact on the team & may be the reason they are competing so far.  So what does this say to the 7 bench players that have practiced & played for the Freedom Coach all season - where is the loyalty to the players you have been Coaching :?  This is nothing new for Freedom as I witnessed it first hand last State Cup.  There were impact Freedom players sitting on the bench while the Coach was giving the guest player plenty of playing time.  Yes, I know, it is all about winning and you do whatever you have to do to get that Win in State Cup.  No ill feelings towards the ESA guest players, hope their having a great time and are helping the team out - if they are stronger than the 7 bench players then they deserve to be out on the field.  Will be interesting with the merge if Freedom will hold onto these ESA players or how many of his own players will continue to play for him.

[shinedown]

Just4kicks - Well said my friend!! Speak the truth, that tends to further the discussion of the previously discussed ESA team next year.  ESA's website lists (3) different coaches for the GU-14 age group, (1) with a A LICENSE then the S.L. coach and the current gu-13 coach.  What are they thinkin? Who's the real "A" coach, apparently one clearly stand out from the others, who knows.

Kind of makes you question what ESA as a club is thinkin' atleast at this age group, whatever. :oops:

[gr8cgar]

Guest players........good / Bad / fair / unfair or just neutral about it. It's here, has been here and will be here in the future  :|  oh-well

Now you have me wondering if these guest players tend to stay with their new teams  :?:

[Just4Kicks]

Guest players........good / Bad / fair / unfair or just neutral about it. It's here, has been here and will be here in the future  :|  oh-well

Now you have me wondering if these guest players tend to stay with their new teams  :?:

Results from last year with just this Freedom team - guest player from last year did stick around and made the team for this year.  We didn't even show up at their tryouts we moved on.  In our case it was a very wise decision to move on.  Hope the ESA guest players on Freedom for State Cup really look at both Coaching candidates for their GU-14 year - look at results and that should help them realize which Coach they should play for- that is if they are even sticking with the Evergreen Club. Hope they make a wise decision like we did.

[Just4Kicks]

Just4kicks - Well said my friend!! Speak the truth, that tends to further the discussion of the previously discussed ESA team next year.  ESA's website lists (3) different coaches for the GU-14 age group, (1) with a A LICENSE then the S.L. coach and the current gu-13 coach.  What are they thinkin? Who's the real "A" coach, apparently one clearly stand out from the others, who knows.

Kind of makes you question what ESA as a club is thinkin' atleast at this age group, whatever. :oops:

I totally agree with you Shinedown!!  What is ESA thinking about!!  The S.L. Coach is coming over with a well known trainer (some love him, some hate him).  Won't it be great for the parents that follow the Freedom Coach to have to pay for both the Coach & a trainer.  I certainly would want my paid Coach to be qualified to train the team rather than paying extra for a full time trainer.  Just my opinion.  Why would ESA list the Freedom Coach ahead of the other candidate that looks like he has more qualifications??  It seems a little backwards - ESA would benefit themselves if they got that switched around.  

Also heard very strong vibes that the core group of Marysville girls are heading down to ESA to try out for the Coach Mark Boyes who sits holding an A license and has a very impressive background.  I hope other strong players look at this Coach as well.  If it was me I would be heading to Coach Boyes, especially when you see those Marysville girls come down to tryouts.  Look back at State League and see where Marysville Force placed vs. Freedom.  Which team would you like your DD to play for  :?:  

It's nice that those ESA guest players had a place to play in State Cup since their team didn't participate.  If they are impact players I hope they research their options as to which Coach to tryout for.  My bet is on the Force girls ending up in a better situation than the Freedom girls.  Can't wait to see how tryouts work and see the end results.  Goodluck at tryouts to all GU-14 players :!:  :!:  :!:

[monday]

Very interesting news on the new Evergreen club.   Although the State Cup in in progress some spill-out on what the new configuration of the club will look like.  

Evergreen will be competing with NWN for talent next year.  The battle is about who owns the north-end as the top organization.  

The four corners in the Puget Sound area looks like this today:
The south - WPFC.  The east - Crossfire.  The west - Emerald City.  The north - NWN.  Inside this geography are very good clubs like Eastside, Snohomish, Federal Way etc.   It appears Evergreen is attempting to take the north and make NWN a good club squeezed between Emerald City and themselves.

[My2cents]

Very interesting news on the new Evergreen club.   Although the State Cup in in progress some spill-out on what the new configuration of the club will look like.  

Evergreen will be competing with NWN for talent next year.  The battle is about who owns the north-end as the top organization.  

The four corners in the Puget Sound area looks like this today:
The south - WPFC.  The east - Crossfire.  The west - Emerald City.  The north - NWN.  Inside this geography are very good clubs like Eastside, Snohomish, Federal Way etc.   It appears Evergreen is attempting to take the north and make NWN a good club squeezed between Emerald City and themselves.

NWN is in best location of all (Lynnwood) Right at the merging of I-5 and I-405. Its not too far to draw ECFC or Badger players, FCA and Silverlake is 10 minutes away.Mukilteo and Esa players 15 minutes to the north. Snohomish isnt out of the question either because you are coming in opposite of traffic.Marysville, now that might be a stretch in my opinion. Big bonus for NWN G14 next year is that EUGENE POUBLON will be the coach! Nuff said!!!

[monday]

Very interesting news on the new Evergreen club.   Although the State Cup in in progress some spill-out on what the new configuration of the club will look like.  

Evergreen will be competing with NWN for talent next year.  The battle is about who owns the north-end as the top organization.  

The four corners in the Puget Sound area looks like this today:
The south - WPFC.  The east - Crossfire.  The west - Emerald City.  The north - NWN.  Inside this geography are very good clubs like Eastside, Snohomish, Federal Way etc.   It appears Evergreen is attempting to take the north and make NWN a good club squeezed between Emerald City and themselves.

NWN is in best location of all (Lynnwood) Right at the merging of I-5 and I-405. Its not too far to draw ECFC or Badger players, FCA and Silverlake is 10 minutes away.Mukilteo and Esa players 15 minutes to the north. Snohomish isnt out of the question either because you are coming in opposite of traffic.Marysville, now that might be a stretch in my opinion. Big bonus for NWN G14 next year is that EUGENE POUBLON will be the coach! Nuff said!!!

You  make good points.   I don't think the GU13/GU14 age group will decide this but overall, I see Evergreen making a push as a club and its location a little North means Marysville/Snohomish become areas to draw from.  It is difficult to go from Marysville to the King County Line.  Also Evergreen is lining up with the European Club Celtic.  All indications is they want to be taken serous.   The geography may help Evergreen draw players of top quality.  They just need to make a solid repuation and they seem to be trying to do that.

But this is all a little off topic and part of the buzz of next year and State Cup is underway.