March 8, 2010 First Annual FC Rahr 6v6 Cup In more great news, FC Rahr has been sanctioned to host their first ever FC Rahr 6v6 Cup! The tournament will be held August 28th at the Fort Worth ISD fields, with a party at the Rahr Brewery to follow. Quickfoot will be handling the operations of the tournament, as they are experienced in the 6v6 format and host multiple tournaments throughout the metroplex. Please stay tuned for the details as we are excited to start a new tradition at FC Rahr!
March 6, 2010 New Sponsorship The Rahr Football Club is proud to announce its newest sponsor, Buffalo Bros, located at Berry and University (map). The club looks forward to a great partnership with Buffalo Bros as they will provide a great atmosphere for watching worldwide soccer events. Each Saturday after practice, the club will enjoy watching the featured English Premier League match of the week. In addition, Buffalo Bros will be the home base for watching FC Dallas games in Fort Worth! As the World Cup approaches in June, we will also be preparing special events to watch the US National team as they take on the world. Be on the look out for upcoming events!
March 1, 2010 These 2 Go Together It was a wild weekend for the Rahr Football Club, starting with a tie Thursday night by the Saints and a win by Silver on Friday. The weekend activities ended with 3 wins, 1 draw and a loss. FC Rahr played bitter rival, Panther City in a match that delivered on all accounts. Rahr had never beaten Panther City entering the match with a history of one 4-3 loss, and ties of 1-1, 2-2, and 3-3. This time would be different, however. The match started with a very high intensity, with oppossing winger, Ryan Byerly bringing the heat. A few mid-half adjustments saw Rahr start to turn the tide, until eventually Paul Baker found the net on a clever chipped set piece from Jared Childs. That's where things would stand at half, with the game at 1-0, despite Eric Vickers' best attempts at hitting the target. Rahr came out firing in the second half, while they controlled the pace of the game. Eventually, Vickers would dribble through the offsides trap, and put away the games second goal. After Ethan DeNolf tried to break the post in half and Vickers knocked a ball out of the park, Rahr decided they would win this one with defense. Thanks to a great effort given by David Phillips, Karim Zeglam, Nick Granado, David Peterson, Brent Erwin and Jared Childs, the back line would hold strong and earn a clean sheet. Rahr would avenge United's loss with a 2-0 win. Rahr United also played a tough rival, Mutiny, a former spin off of Makeshift. Despite creating numerous opportunities, United could not find the back of the net. Some stated that while the tally of goals was 2-0, chances created fell in the favor of United some where around the 12-3 mark. Some great play out of CAM, Travis Cooper, would create multiple goal scoring opportunites but United continued to struggle with finishing. Eventually, they would fall to a 2-0 loss. Next week will involve some intense finishing drills. Rahr City brought their A game against Random FC, who seemed to do just that, run around randomly at the mercy of City's brilliant play. Jeff Michero was quoted before the game as saying "I haven't touched a ball in months, let's see if my left foot even works." After draining that warm up shot, he decided to keep the rest in the holster for the game. City was thankful that he did when he rocketed a shot off of his left foot to open the scoring. As most footballers know, these things come in 3's, so sure enough, a few minutes later he would complete the same task, this time hitting a 23 yarder with his left to put City up 2-1. City would maintain their lead and go onto a 4-2 victory Rahr Silver opened the weekend under the Friday Night Lights. Some questioned whether or not they could stay onsides long enough to score a goal, but Silver set out to prove they were up to the task. It order to wipe the slate clean, the Over 30's decided to match Che Thoat's tally of offsides but with goals this time. The final whistle had Silver way out in front, 9-0. Mission Accomplished. Week 2 Six Pack Player's of the Game: FC Rahr - Defensive Unit for a Clean Sheet Rahr United - Rahr City - Jeff Michero Rahr Silver - Defensive Unit for a Clean Sheet
February 26, 2010 Saints Earn a Point The Baylor All Saints took the field against the Sidewinders last night, in what turned out to be a heated battle. The Saints usually take the field with a humble and peaceful attitude, but once challenged, they must step up to the evils of this world. Things started very well, when Tony Golovich found the far post and the back of the net. Soon after, Kyle Wilbur would earn a PK where Jenna Beach would bury the Saints second goal. After a keeper change and some heated play in the midfield, a Sidewinder found the back of the net. Shortly before halftime, a Sidewinder female would chip a shot in over the Saints keeper to take the lead 3-2. The score would stall for nearly 35 minutes, before yet again, a Saint was fouled in the box. This time Lindsay Van would put away the PK given to Chris Lockwood. The PKs were representative of the physical play that the Sidewinders brought to the game. The Saints however, would turn the other ankle, as they continued to get hacked and fouled. Despite hitting the post a few times, and barely missing with only seconds left, the Saints would end the game in a tie. Miracle Worker of the Match goes to
February 24, 2010 Rahr Silver Debuts Article missed original print date, Feb. 20th, due to memory loss. But wait, isn't the guy who does these things only 25? Never mind that, now he's talking to himself. Rahr Silver finally got their chance to take the field after being cancelled the first 2 weeks. Unfortunately, Silver was taking on the defending champions, Patriots, in their first match ever. Things started fairly well with the Pats going up 1-0, but Keith Rail scored an equalizer midway through the first half. A weak second goal, put the Pats up 2-1 going into the half. In the second half, Rahr Silver lost its shine as they were tarnished by a Patriot attack. The final would have Silver down 6-1, but not before they could earn 9+ offsides calls. Some thought that surely, this must be a record, but they failed to remember the workings of Walter Barazza and Kyle Wilbur. The duo still holds the title for most offsides calls in a match, somewhere around the 15 mark, but no one can really count that high. Congrats to Rahr Silver for finally taking the field. We look forward to many more competitive matches this season!
February 22, 2010 Cause for Celebration After a foot of snow and cancellations last week, the Rahr Men's teams were looking to get back on the field this past Sunday. The day brought some good matches and a few good results. In the end, Rahr won 2 and lost 1. FC Rahr was geared up for an intense clash against the Spurs and for those in attendance, the match certainly delivered. Spurs jumped on top quickly, capitalizing on some lazy defending by finishing a cross in front of David Phillips. It was not long before Ethan DeNolf got back to business as usual and equalized the match. Tony Sanchez would add a second goal on a corner before the Spurs would level the match again just before half, where things started to heat up. Clayton Everett arrived at the midway point, just in time to get into the match and put Rahr back on top 3-2. Eventually, Eric Vickers would widen the gap to 4-2 and propel Rahr into a scoring frenzy. After 3 more goals by Vickers, Sanchez and DeNolf, the Spurs exited the field, down 7-2 with about 10 minutes remaining in the match. A manager could not have asked for a better 25th birthday present, as Rahr continued to improve in a dominating performance. Rahr United took the field against a former premier team, Blitzkrieg. The day started beautifully with great weather, and some exciting soccer. Despite some great efforts, United would find themselves down 4-0 at halftime. However, they showed great pride and determination in the second half by mounting some great attacks and by sharpening their defensive skills. Eventually, the match would come to a close still at 4-0, as both teams played the second half to a stalemate. Rahr City did manage to snag 3 points in the standings, but unfortunately,did not get to play an official match. Due to perfect soccer weather, the other team decided not to show. However, City did have an intersquad scrimmage where flashes of brillance were shown by both sides. In the end, it was rumored that the "dark side" won. Week 2 Six Pack Player's of the Game: FC Rahr - Eric Vickers, 2 goals, 2 assists Rahr United - Team, United second half effort Rahr City - The Weather
February 19, 2010 Saints Left Asking: Who Dat? The Baylor All Saints finally started their season last night after cancellations in the first 2 weeks. After a few months off, they weren't exactly at top form, and the absence of male players left them with very few options for the night as they took on Code Blues. The Saints started the game with 4 guys and 6 girls with Stevan "Cruz" Cruz in the goal. After delaying attack after attack, a traitor, David Peterson of FC Rahr, finished a goal for the Code Blues to take a 1-0 lead. Chris Lockwood would exit the game until half, where the score remained 1-0. After a great halftime pep talk, Kyle Wilbur stepped up to play center back, while allowing some other players to attack. Rachel Anderson found Jake Bailey at the top of the box, where he would go on to find an equalizer early in the second half. Shortly afterwards, Brad Henson left the game with a pulled hamstring leaving the Saints with only 2 1/2 men. Despite the Code Blues constant attack on goal, Stevan Cruz stood tall and defended his net. What surely should have been a 8+ goal game for the Code Blues, ended up a slim 2-1 margin of victory. While the Saints lost their first match this spring, they look to follow in the path of the Saints of New Orleans as they march on to a Division 1 title. Miracle Worker of the Match honors go to Stevan "Cruz" Cruz.
February 8, 2010 Super Start Even though it was cold and rainy, some how all 3 Rahr men's teams played on Sunday afternoon. When it was all over, Rahr ended up with a win, a loss, and a draw. FC Rahr played against PIM SC again, but this time the match counted in the season standings. It was a shaky start as Rahr finished a few goals, but allowed a few on the other side of the pitch. However, newcomer Ethan DeNolf made his presence known by finishing the first 4 goals for Rahr and eventually tallying 5 goals in the match. Paul Baker also managed a hat trick and Fred Hawkins finished 2 goals in his first official match with the squad. In the end, Rahr ran away with a 12-2 victory and will be preparing for a heated match against the league's defending champions, Dome City FC, next week. Rahr United entered Sunday's match with many new faces as they looked to continue their success in the Battle of the Beers. Fat Tire would score first on a PK, but Brad Liddle would even the match a few minutes later with a 20 yard blast. Kyle Wilbur would finish a cross from Edgar Salas just before half time to put United up 2-1. Cesar Escobar would extend the lead to 3-1, before things would deteriorate. Fat Tire scored on a counter and then found the equalizer on a corner kick with 3 minutes to play. Despite 75 minutes of solid play from United, the match would end in a 3-3 draw. Rahr City was short a few players as they faced FW Wanderers on Sunday. Despite some good play from their defense and few chances on goal, they would eventually fall in a 3-0 loss. They look forward to adding a keeper and a sweeper to their line up next week. Week 1 Six Pack Player's of the Game: FC Rahr - Ethan DeNolf, 5 goals Rahr United - Cody Yarborough, defending Rahr City - Chris Herpin, defending
January 24. 2010 Pre-season Matches Each of the men's teams were in action on Saturday, as they prepared for their season openers next week. FC Rahr had a friendly match against PIM SC, a long time premier team. Rahr managed a favorable outcome, as they continued to work on their form for the season. A few notable additions in the last weekend of preparations were Ethan DeNolf, Brent Erwin and Kyle Mittendorf. We look forward to seeing these guys on the field, along with the many other additions for this season. Rahr City and Rahr United faced off in a interclub derby that only the rain could cool down. City started the scoring to go on top 1-0. After that, it would be all United in a 5-1 final. Edgar Salas added 2 goals along with Jake Bailey, while Troy Marquez added another. One notable addition was Ashely Carvajal, who will be playing with Baylor All Saints this season. She had a great game with "the boys." The Spring 2010 season will kick off next Sunday and schedules will be posted Wednesday night. Be sure to check out our final rosters here. |