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For Immediate Release - May 8, 2008

Coaching Slate Announced for Upcoming Season
With tryouts about 3 weeks away, we are proud to announce our coaching slate for the upcoming season. You will see almost every coach is returning. Assure that we will continue to offer one of the finest coaching staffs of any club in Virginia. To find out who will be coaching our teams click here. As a reminder, all members should pre-register online for tryouts which will make things easier to register the night of tryouts. For complete tryout information click here. We look forward to having all current players return for another great year!

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For Immediate Release - May 1, 2008

Club teams show well but fail to reach Final 8 in State Cup Play
Both the Newport News FC U13 Diamonds and the Newport News FC U14 Strikers played tough matches over the weekend and ended up falling short in their bids to advance to the round of 8 in State Cup play. The U13 Diamonds played well and lost to CYA by a score of 4-0, The U14 Strikers were matched up against the defending State Champions and although they held them scoreless until the second half they ended up losing 2-0 to McClean Olympic. Congratulations to both teams for their accomplishments in the tournament! There is always next year.

For Immediate Release - April 14, 2008

U13 Diamonds win 3rd in a Row, U14 Strikers advance to round of 16 in State Cup
The Newport News FC U13 Diamonds remained undefeated in league play by defeating the Chesapeake United by a score of 1-0. The Diamonds are playing incredible defense and haven't allowed a goal in three games. Great Job Girls!

The Newport News FC U14 Strikers advanced to the round of 16 in State Cup play with a 2-0 victory over the 27th ranked team in the State - PWSI Courage. The win sets up a meeting with the defending State Champions, MCLN PMS Olympic. Good Luck Strikers!

For Immediate Release: April 7, 2008

Spring League Play Starts With More Rain Than Goals
Unfortunately for most teams the first weekend for Spring play was spent at home. Rainy conditions and soggy fields led to most fields being closed for safety purposes. As a result, the Virginia Soccer League will have their hands full rescheduling the almost 100 games that were canceled. However, we did have 3 teams play with the U12 Hotspurs losing a close match to Rush Academy, the U13 Diamonds playing a double header and defeating the Va. Rush Swoosh team in both games 3 to 0 and the U14 Strikers defeating Churchland by a score of 4 to 1. Congratulations to these teams on a great start to the season! NOTE: When rain outs occur the league will notify the teams when the game is rescheduled you can check your teams schedule at www.VSLI.org.

For Immediate Release: April 7, 2008

U13 Diamonds and U14 Strikers Prepare for State Championship Tournament
The road to winning a Virginia State Championship is never easy. Each year about 30 teams enter the Virginia Youth Soccer Association's single elimination tournament for U12-U18 teams with one goal - to be crowned Virginia State Champions! This year the U13 Diamonds and the U14 Strikers will be put through the test in this highly competitive soccer tournament experience. The U13 Diamonds will play the ODS Crunch on Saturday, April 12 for a chance to advance to the round of 16 where they will likely face the number 2 team in the State of Virginia, the CYA Wildcats. The U14 Strikers will begin play against the Prince William Sound Courage 93 and if they advance they will likely face last year's State Champions, the McClean Olympic. When asked about the State Cup tournament, our Director of Coaching, Al Cousineau had this to say. "To win a State Championship in Virginia it usually takes 5 perfect games in a row, a lot of luck and even more desire and skill. As teams advance the games get harder and teams have to be prepared to do everything it takes to win because many games come down to one goal...overall it is a great experience for our players and as a club we support our team's participation, win or lose." To follow the Virginia State Cup tournament visit www.VYSA.com.

For Immediate Release - April 4, 2008

7 Newport News FC Teams Advance to Semi-Finals during the 2008 Busch Gardens Spring Soccer Shootout
This year 44 teams competed for the right to be called Busch Gardens Shootout Champions. When the final whistles blew, 7 Newport News FC teams advanced to semi final games with two of those advancing to Championship games. Congratulations goes out to all teams who participated and especially the U10 United, U11 Cavaliers, U11 Celtic, U11 Spirit, U12 Predators, U13 Predators, U14 Strikers and the U15 Storm for advancing to semi final matches. Great job to the U11 Cavaliers and the U14 Strikers who made it to Championship games and finished as Finalists. The Busch Gardens Spring Shootout is one of our annual club tournaments that continues to bring in quality competition from all over the state and proved once again to be a great tune up event for the Spring season. Special thanks go out to all of the parents who volunteered their time to make this tournament a successful for all!

For Immediate Release - April 2, 2008

Newport News FC Players Make the Grade on High School Teams Congratulations to all of the Newport News FC players listed below who made their Varsity and Junior Varsity teams at their High Schools! (JV=Junior Varsity - V=Varsity

For Immediate Release - April 1, 2008

Youth Soccer Champions
The Newport News FC Travel Soccer Club U11 Cavaliers won the Virginia Beach Spring Classic held March 15 and 16th in Virginia Beach. During the tournament the team went 2 and 1 in bracket play by defeating NVSC Royals 2-1 and the NYSL Thunderbolts 7-1 and losing to the OBX Storm 1-0, the team advanced to the finals where they faced the OBX Storm again and pulled out a 1-0 victory to earn the Championship. The team is coached by Gary Smith and Berkeley Brandt pictured. Congratulations to the team on a job well done.

For Immediate Release - March 26, 2008

NNFC Player Selected for ODP
Savannah Miller, of Carrollton, VA was recently selected as a member of the 1995 Girls State Olympic Development Program (ODP) out of a field of over 120 players. The Olympic Development Program is a US Youth Soccer Program used to identify players of the highest caliber which will lead to increased success for the US National Teams. She will compete in the upcoming State Soccer Tournament that will be held in Williamsburg. Savannah plays forward position for the Newport News FC U-13 Girls Diamonds traveling soccer team which is currently ranked among the top twenty teams in the State of Virginia according to GotSoccer.com.

For Immediate Release - January 29, 2008

Indoor Soccer a Kick for Club Members
Newport News FC teams have done exceptionally well during the Winter Indoor Futsal. Although many teams have not lost a game in the NNPR sponsored Futsal League the goal is not to win games but for our young players to improve their individual technical skill while learning to compete and make decisions in this small sided environment. Click here to see photos of the recent Cavaliers vs. Spirit match.

Winter Skills Camp Huge Success
Players from all age groups have participated in the club sponsored Winter Camp program and it has provided them wonderful individualized training. Many players have commented how the camp has improved their confidence level and understanding of how to play soccer at a higher level. Offered every year this camp is one of the best available. For more information about upcoming camps visit our camp page. Click here to see recent photos from this year's Winter Academy camp.

Spring Busch Gardens Tournament to Kick Off Spring Season
All teams will participate in the upcoming Busch Gardens Spring Soccer Shootout March 29-30. This year the field has been expanded to include all U15-U18 teams. With over 60 teams participating last year this year's tournament may exceed 80 teams. As always, each Newport News FC parent member will be asked to volunteer to assure this tournament is a success. Click here to visit the tournament web site.

Club Volunteer Opportunities Now Located on Site
Have some spare time? Please consider volunteering to help the club. Visit our club volunteer page for complete list of current listing of opportunities available. Click here see how to help.

March 7th and 8th, 2008 - Newport News, VA
For Immediate Release: Regional Coaching Course
Coming in March 2008

National Soccer Coaches Association of America Regional Diploma Course for Coaches and Parents
The Regional Diploma is a 13-hour course designed for the travel and recreation coach working a player in the 10- to 18-year age range, however the information and techniques can be applied to younger players. The curriculum outlines how technical and tactical concepts can be applied in the development of players. The focus is placed on the basic methods of coaching, teaching proper technique, the theory and application of offensive and defensive tactics and understanding team management. There is no testing in the Regional Diploma and no formal licensing or playing experience is necessary. The cost of this course is $60.00. Click here for the registration form.

The Newport News course will be held from 6-9 on Friday Night (Lecture) and 8-5 on Saturday (Field Demonstrations and Sessions). If you are interested in attending please contact Al Cousineau, Associate Staff Instructor with the NSCAA, for registration information at DOC@NewportNewsFC.com or by phone at 757-753-3968.

For Immediate Release - October 17, 2007

MANY NEWPORT NEWS FC TEAMS ON TOP OF LEAGUE STANDINGS AT FALL SEASON MIDPOINT
Five Newport News FC teams are either in first or second place in their leagues. Currently, the U16 Boy's Braves coached by Richard Hall and the U17 Falcons coached by Justin Chesim, are both in first place in their divisions and undefeated! There are three teams with eyes on winning league championships and they include: the U14 Boy's Strikers coached by Al Cousineau, the U16 Boy's United formally coached by George Dreybus and the U17 Boy's Heat coached by Gaston Saada. Congratulations to all of these teams and good luck the rest of the season!

For Immediate Release: October 8, 2007

Newport News FC Teams Participate in Columbus Day Tournament
Newport News FC sent several teams to the Beach FC Columbus Day Tournament, widely regarded as one of the top tournaments on the East coast. Every team did well in their bracket play but special congratulations goes out to the U11 Spirit coached by Coach Jefferson for winning the Tournament Championship. The U11 Spirit went undefeated in group play and beat then Portsmouth SC (2 to ) in the final in an exciting penalty kick shootout. Additionally, the U16 United coached by Paul Gareau, made it to the Championship game losing 3-2 to Lynchburg. Congratulations to the coaches, players and parents of these teams. Thanks for making us proud!

For Immediate Release: October 8, 2007

First Annual Club Golf Tournament Scheduled for June 6, 2008
Newport News FC will host their first Golf Tournament, "Swings for Soccer", on June 6, 2008 at Deer Run Golf Club in Newport News with 100% of the proceeds from the event going directly back to the club for programming and the field development program. Additional information will be available soon by visiting the Golf Tournament web page link found on the club home page. If you are interested in working as a golf tournament committee member please contact Al Cousineau, at DOC@NewportNewsFC.com.

For Immediate Release: September 10, 2007

Club Advisory Board Meeting Huge Success
The expanded Club Advisory Board met on September 8 and discussed several important initiatives and ways to improve the club. One of the main topics of discussion was the creation of a Field Development Steering Committee who will begin meeting to address improving our City's soccer facilities. Another topics included volunteer opportunities, improving club communication and player and team development. More information will follow in the coming months regarding the ideas discussed.

For Immediate Release: September 4, 2007

Newport News FC Teams Participate and Win Championship during Williamsburg Cup
Congratulations goes out to the Newport News FC U11 Spirit coached by Howard Jefferson, for winning the Premier Bracket in the Williamsburg Cup tournament held Labor Day weekend. The U11 Spirit beat the VA Legacy, CYA and Beach FC in group play and then played Beach FC again in the Championship game winning 3-2! The U16 United coached by George Dreybus, tied their game with the VA Legacy Wizards and tied as bracket winners and lost their place in the Championship game due to a tiebreaker. Great job to both teams!

For Immediate Release: August 27, 2007

Several Newport News FC Teams outperform the competition at the Busch Gardens Soccer Classic
When the last whistle blew at the Busch Gardens Soccer Classic several Newport News FC teams earned Championship and Finalist Medals. The U16 United coached by George Dreybus and the U18 Crew coached by Bill Prentiss both won Tournament Championships. The U12 Hotspurs coached by Al Cousineau and the U15 Storm coached by Ed Timas both earned Finalist honors after hard fought final matches. The U14 Strikers, also coached by Al Cousineau, lost a heartbreaker in the semifinals after sweeping their competition in bracket play. Other teams making it to semifinals include the U11 Cavaliers coached by Gary Smith, the U13 Predators coached by Randolph Scott and the U16 Braves coached by Richard Hall. In all, many club teams did very well and all club players benefited from this great weekend of competitive tournament soccer. To see photos from the tournament visit the Triduo link.

For Immediate Release: August 21, 2007

Busch Gardens Soccer Classic Ready for Kick Off
With almost 100 teams scheduled to compete this year's Busch Gardens Soccer Classic this weekend should prove to be an exciting kick off to the Fall season. As usual, all NNFC club teams will be participating in the two day competition which will be held on fields located in the Historic Triangle. Many teams will be spending time off the field visiting Water Country USA and Busch Gardens Williamsburg as part of the weekend festivities. Good luck to all teams!

For Immediate Release: August 21, 2007

Newport News FC adds Junior Academy to List of Programs
Now 4, 5 and 6 year olds can learn the fundamentals of playing soccer in our new Junior Academy program. The program will be led by our new Youth Academy Director, Victor Reyes who will hold one weekly training session and small sided game play day weekly. The program is open to boys and girls with additional information available on the club web site home page.

Newport News FC Dominates Hampton Roads Indoor Soccer Championships
For the first time in club history, our club captured four tournament championships during the Hampton Roads Indoor Soccer Championships held this January.

Congratulations goes to the U10 Hotspur who won the U10 Championship by defeating the Williamsburg SC Wizards 4-1 in the Finals, the U11 Predators who dominated their age group and played against each other in the Finals, the U12 Strikers who won the U12 Championship by defeating the Williamsburg SC Wizards 4-3, and in a very competitive U14 tournament, the U14 United dominated the field of 8 teams and defeated the Williamsburg SC Wizards 3-0 in their Final. In all a great accomplishment for each of these team who all have earned another spots in the Club Hall of Fame.

New Indoor Soccer (Futsal) League Huge Success
In the inaugural season of the Hampton Roads Fustal League, nearly 150 players representing over 15 teams are playing the fast fun game of Futsal. Futsal is the official indoor soccer game of FIFA (the international governing body of soccer) and was created and perfected by the Brazilians. This fast paced game is great for all players because it rewards quick decisions and precise ball control in a small sided (4v4 plus keepers) environment. In the first week of league play, there were over 50 goals scored making for some very exciting soccer to play and to watch. If you want to catch some of the action, games are played Mondays-Wednesdays at Dozier Middle School from 6 - 8PM.

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Newport News F.C. Coaches Earn Regional Coaching Certifications
On February 6 and 7th, 2004, several Newport News F.C. coaches attended the Regional Diploma course conducted by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America. The NSCAA is a recognized as the national leader in soccer coach education and by partnering with the NSCAA, Newport News F.C. will continue to offer the best coaching available to players in our club. The course was taught by Dave Edwards, a National Staff member for the NSCAA.