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Monday, May 29
Comets Wrap Up PDA Girls College Showcase Preliminary Play in a Three-way Tie for First
The Comets enjoyed some excellent competition over Memorial Day weekend at the PDA Girls College Showcase. The Comets competed in the A Bracket of the Premier Flight where they ended their preliminary match play in a three-way tie for first but fell short of advancing again this year to the Premier Flight semi-finals due to bonus points. The Comets tied the Ohio Premier Green (2006 USYSA Nat’l Championship Series Ohio South State Cup Semifinalists) 1-1, defeated the NY Alleycats (2006 USYSA Nat’l Championship Series NY East State Cup Semifinalists) 1-0 and lost to the MPS Cape Cod Lady Crusaders 0-2.
The PDA Girls College Showcase is one of the top-ranked tournaments in the country, and the Comets enjoyed competing in this highly regarded showcase event.
Sunday, April 30
Comets Eliminated from NJ State Cup Tournament
The Comets suffered a disappointing loss to the Parsippany Storm, who the Comets defeated in last year’s state cup tournament, to be eliminated from this year’s NJ State Cup National Championship series. In this fourth match up between these two teams over the past year, the Storm were on a mission for a first victory, and they started the match in an attacking mode that set the pace for the first half of play. Despite strong pressure by the Storm, the Comets held them scoreless in the first half of the match and had a number of shots on the Storm’s goal. The second half was more evenly matched, but the Storm managed to capitalize on a couple of opportunities, and the Comets couldn’t seem to penetrate the Storm’s defense resulting in a 0-2 loss.
Saturday, April 15
Comets 2006 MAPS/MSSL Spring College Showcase Ruby Flight Champions
The Comets were named Ruby Flight Champions of the 2006 MAPS/MSSL College Showcase after defeating Gunston SC Team Ameria (VA; 2005 VA State Cup Nat'l Championship Series Semifinalists) 3-1, Pickering SC Falcons (Toronto, Ontario) 1-0, and the Parispany Storm (NJ) 1-0. The Comets' only loss was to SAC United Premier (MD) 1-2 who they've played three times this season with a 1-1-1 record.
Monday, March 27
Comets Repeat Jefferson Cup Semifinal Advancement
The Comets won their bracket in a three-way tie based upon most goals scored and bonus points to advance for the second straight year to the Jefferson Cup Elite Flight Semifinals. The Comets played three strong teams throughout the weekend: Rhode Island Rays (2005 RI State Cup Champions), FC Carolina Alliance ’89 Red (2005 NC State Cup Semi-finalists) and Cincinnati United Premier Red.
The Jefferson Cup is a highly intensive two-day event hosted each year by the Richmond Strikers Soccer Club for elite clubs and teams throughout the country. While disappointed for not advancing to the finals, the Comets were pleased with their performance and semifinal finish in this strong flight of 12 elite teams.
Wednesday, December 7
VCCL College Showcase Cancelled Due to Weather & Comets' Fall Season Ends
The Comets were looking forward to participating in the U16G bracket of the VCCL College Showcase December 10th and 11th in Virgina along with the SYA Elite, Richmond Kickers Girls U16 and 2005 VA State Cup Champions, Richmond Strikers Orange U16, but the weather didn't allow for this showcase tournament to be held.
With the cancellation of the VCCL College Showcase, the Comets Fall season has officially ended. The Comets are looking forward to working out in the gym throughout the winter and for many to recover from fall high school soccer injuries. The Comets have a busy Spring schedule planned. They will be competiting once again in the MAPS and Region 1 leagues as well as the USYSA Nat'l Championship Series NJ State Cup and a number of premier tournaments.
Sunday, December 4
Comets Have Excellent Showing at MAPS College Showcase
The Comets were disappointed that the uncooperative weather led to the cancellation of the MAPS College Showcase but were pleased with their two wins against the Mt. Laurel United Strikers, this year’s NJ National Championship Series State Cup Champions and last year’s NJ State and Region 1 National Championship Series Champions, and the FSA SoccerPlus FC Flohr. The Comets offense moved the ball well and worked to set up scoring opportunities that resulted in 4 goals in these two matches, and the Comets’ defense and keepers were solid in the back letting up only 1 goal against. The Comets are looking forward to next weekend’s VCCL College Showcase and then to recovering from the many injuries plaguing the team this fall.
Sunday, November 13
Disappointing Weekend in Maryland for the Comets
The Comets had a disappointing weekend in the Bethesda Thanksgiving Tournament at the Maryland Soccerplex. The Comets who are down three defenders and one striker due to high school-related soccer injuries faced three solid out-of-state teams who play spring high school soccer. The injury plagued Comets were not equal to the challenge this weekend and will need to practice hard over the coming weeks in preparation for the MAPS College Showcase in early December.
Saturday, October 8
WAGS Cancelled But Lance Keeps Weekend From Being A Washout
The Comets were disappointed that the weather caused the cancellation of this year’s WAGS Tournament. The one highlight for this weekend was the presence of Lance Armstrong at the Comets’ hotel for the finale of the Tour of Hope. Lance graciously agreed to speak with the girls and pose for photos with them. The Comets were excited to spend time with this inspirational and respected athlete during a disappointing weekend in the rain.
Thursday, August 11
Comets Headed to the Prestigious WAGS Tournament
The Comets were accepted to play in the prestigious WAGS Columbus Day Tournament. WAGS is the premier all-girls tournament in the United States. The best competition in girls soccer will be found at this tournament, and the Comets are honored to be competing in the B Flight with the following respected teams: Albertson Fury '89 ENY, Baltimore Bays 89/90 MD, Claremont Stars '89 CALS, CRUSA FC Bucks Blaze EPA, FC Carolina Alliance 89 Red NC, FC Frederick Premier MD, Ft. Collins Arsenal U16 Gold CO, Manalapan Shooting Stars NJ, Pride Predators 90 CO, PWSI Courage 89 Red VA, Rockville Centre Royals ENY, Silverbacks G16 Elite '08 GA, Sirens U16 IL, TCYSA 89 Lady Twins White NC and Weston Fury FL.
Sunday, July 31
Comets Score at the Shore College Showcase Cup Flight Quarterfinalists
The Comets advanced to the 2005 Cup Flight Quarterfinals of the Score at the Shore College Showcase on July 30th by finishing first in their division in preliminary play after defeating the HFC Explosion (MD) 3-0, Lehigh Valley Blue Angels (PAE) 4-1 and tying the CFU Gators (FL; 2005 FL State Cup Nat'l Championship Series Semifinalists) 2-2. The Comets advanced to the Cup Flight Quarterfinals where they faced the CT United Fury (2005 CT State Cup Nat'l Championship Series Finalist) in a hard fought, fast pace match. Despite the Comets' hard work, they were unable to break through the Fury's defense and in the final 15 minutes of the match the Fury managed to score the lone goal of the match in a confused scramble inside the box for the win.
While disappointed for not advancing to the semifinals and championship matches, the Comets were pleased with their performance and 6th place finish in this strong group of 32 elite teams. The Score at the Shore is one of the nation's most competitive soccer tournaments, and the Comets enjoyed the strong competitive offered by this premier tournament.
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