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Synergy at MSSL College Showcase
We travelled to Central New Jersey in late November for our first showcase. On a bitter cold Sunday we took on Jersey Knights and Jersey United. Our defense was solid all day long. We lost in the morning to the Knights. In the afternoon we edged United 1-0. We scored late off a set piece. Caitlin took the free kick near the right touchline; she served a textured ball that Christine ran onto and struck first time into the back of the net. Well done, Synergy!
Noureddine Melikechi Joins Synergy Staff--fall '08
Coach Noureddine is a former DYSA Coach of the Year. His CDSA Revolution boys are two time State Cup champions and are renowned for their technical sophistication. Noureddine has been involved with Delaware ODP for many years; we are thrilled that he has joined our program.
Synergy Concludes Strong PAGS Season in '08
In the U15 Championship Division, the CDSA Synergy went 7-2-1 and tied for second place with HMMS. Cali was awesome in her first full season in the goal. The back line of Miranda, Melissa M, Melissa G, and Caitlin were rock solid. Bridget was equally effective in the back and as a "collector". Our primary collectors (center mids) were Zoey and Madie. They won so many balls it was amazing. The outside mids were everywhere: Pipp, Tere', Brianna, Cara and Courtney. The new formation paid dividens with Casey and Christine up top.
An astonishing 19 of our 24 goals were assisted! Leading scorers: Christine (8), Casey (4) and Pipp (3). Nine players scored. Casey led in assists (6) with Zoey and Tere' adding 3 each. Madie had the goal of the season heading in a textured corner in the rain at USTC. Bri collected her first 2 assists as a Synergy player. Your school coaches will be happy to see the Synergy girls this spring (except, of course, as opponents!).
Thursday, January 18
Winter 2007 News
Indoor training will continue on Sundays starting Jan. 21. New location: Smyrna Middle School (1:00 pm).
Coach Craig recently attended the 60th annual NSCAA convention in Indianapolis. Clinicians and speakers included Anson Dorrance, Tony DiCicco, Brandi Chastain, Jeff Tipping, Lincoln Phillips and others! Coach will be awarded the NSCAA State Goalkeeping Diploma.
The CDSA Synergy hydrate and discuss tactics at State Cup '06
Thursday, September 7
CDSA Synergy Are Pittsgrove Champions!
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After settling for finalist hardware the last two years, the girls claimed the upper bracket championship in 2006. Caitlin made a debut of sorts as a field player and was superb in goal on Sunday.
Our new players really stepped up for us. Cali was strong in the net and scored the game winner against W. Deptford (2-1), finishing a lovely run and cross from Tere'. In that game, Cara scored her first Synergy goal touching in Pipp's corner. Melissa G. and Bridget H. were magnificent throughout their first tournament as Synergy defenders.
Our second game on Saturday was a 2-2 draw against Marlton. We dominated possession in this game. Madie equalized for us in the second half and Miranda nearly won it with a late blast just over the bar.
Sunday morning brought another classic with Atlantic United. Christine found Stef's feet with a pinpoint pass just inside the box late in the second half. A quick settle and blast put us up 1-0. The second half was intense. Zoey was spectacular in the back as was Dylan, Bridget C. and Libby in preserving our second consecutive shutout of a dangerous midfield unit.
A 4-2 win over Windsor sealed the deal. Stefanie had two goals, Miranda had a goal and two assists from right mid and Melissa M. and Christine distributed well in the attack.
The PAGS opener for Synergy is Sept. 10 at Berks S. A.
Coach Craig
Check out this great article about Coach Craig run in the Delaware State News on October 12, 2003. Just click on the headline.
Coach Eliassen Attends UNC Camp
Synergy Head Coach Craig Eliassen recently attended the annual camp put on by the University of North Carolina women's program. Coach Craig had the privilege of spending many hours with legendary UNC coach, Anson Dorrance. Coach Dorrance offered insights into his tactical theories, technical training exercises and the "competitive cauldron" he is famous for.
Sportsmanship Code
Sportsmanship Code:
1. Respect the rules of the game; play under control.
2. Accept the decisions of the referee; play to the whistle.
3. Respect your teammates and the opposing players.
4. Refuse violence under any circumstance.
5. Be modest in victory, dignified in defeat.
6. Always encourage your teammates.
7. You are an important member of the team whether playing or not.
8. Show concern for injured players.
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