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The Crew
2004 ALABAMA STATE CHAMPIONS
2004 Alabama Governor's Cup Champions (U-9 Gold)
2004 Fall Mid-State Challenge Cup Champions (U-10 Gold)
2004 Shelby County Shootout Champions (U-9 Gold)
2004 UAB 3v3 Tournament Champions (U-9)
2005 Auburn Thunder Road Classic Finalists (U-10)
2005 Shelby County Shootout Finalists (U-10)
2005 UAB 3v3 Tournament Champions (U-10)
2005 Spring Mid-State Challenge Cup Champions (U-10A)
Welcome to the CREW house!!! We were the top U-10 team with the American Soccer Club in Birminham, AL - all players playing at least 1 year up and in some cases 2. We ended our run with 1 final tournament win in the Spring 2005 Mid State Challenge Cup U-10A Division. Following that win, we all moved to the American Soccer Club's (now Birmingham United Soccer Association) competitive program, the Jets. In what may be unprecedented in the club's history, everyone on our roster made a Jets team even though we tried out 1 to 2 years early. Ivan Piola was our head coach and his patience and confidence in us has made us champions and given us the tools, both mental and physical, to be successful at the next level. The team had an indomitable spirit and pulled together to reverse the fate of many games, gaining, if not the friendship of our opponents (some of whom hated to lose to the "little kids"), then at least their respect. In the past 3 seasons, we came away with 5 tournament wins including the Shelby County Shootout, back to back Mid State Challenge Cup wins, and a state championship with a 26-3 goal differential. It was a truly special time for not only the kids, but also the parents. Keep checking the site for periodic "Where are they now" updates.
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Monday, March 26
Check out this great picture of Jordan E in action
Monday, March 26
Former Crew mentioned in Birmingham News Article
Jordan E., former Crew striker was mentioned in this article in the Birmingham News, after his current team, BUSA Jets 95 Blue, won the 2007 Vulcan Cup:
http://www.al.com/birminghamnews/stories/index.ssf?/base/sports/117308626437490.xml&coll=2
Thursday, January 25
Prayers Needed
Joel C, former Crew now playing on the Jets 96 Red, is in the hospital with complications from a lacerated liver. Please keep him and his family in your prayers.
Thursday, January 25
Coach Ivan Returns!
Coach Ivan has come back into the fold of the former Crew to work as an assistant to the new 96 Blue coach, Sarah Strickland! The boys are excited to work with both of them - Ivan because he was their leader for so many years and Sarah, because they like and respect her. We expect great things in the spring!
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Thursday, January 25
Former Crew Win National Indoor Regional Qualifier
A team made up most of former Crew (or Crew opposition - Bain and Callen :)came away with a big win in the Birmingham Regional for the National Indoor Tournament. Go Crew!
Thursday, January 25
Two former Crew make 94 ODP Pool
Jordan E. and Matthew M. both made the 94 ODP pool during the winter tryouts. Jordan was able to go play against regional opposition in North Carolina and acquitted himself well, even though he was playing not in his accustomed striker role but on the wing.
Congratulations to both!
Tuesday, September 5
Former Crew ranked #1 in Nation!
After their Atlanta Cup tryout, the Jets 96 Blue (made up of 8 former Crew) is ranked as the #1 Boys U11 team in the country by soccerincollege.com. Congratulations, guys - enjoy it while it lasts!
Tuesday, September 5
As It turns out it's not the final update...
A core group of former Crew - Jordan E., Stephen C., John Paul S., Christopher P., Carter F., Matthew M., and Trevor W. played for the Jets 96 Blue in the Atlanta Cup (Division B) and came away champions after winning every game Congratulations Crew!
Monday, June 12
Jets Teams Announced - Is this the final update to site?
Birmingham United Soccer Association, the newly formed merger of American Soccer Club and Mountain Brook Soccer Club, announced their select competitive teams for the 2006/2007 league year. Here's a summary of the placement of all former Crew:
Jets 95 Blue
Jordan Eppenger
Jets 96 Blue
Stephen Carroll
John Paul Saway
Carter Fields
Owen Carr
Christopher Piola
Matthew Myers
Trevor Waldrop
Jets 96 Red
Joel Charles
Not returning (due to american football):
Thornton Henry
Thomas Taylor
Congratulations guys! Let's go forward with much success!
Also, if your interested in following the continuing development of at least seven former Crew, check back for a link to www.jets96blue.com - coming soon!
On a personal note, I don't think that in the Spring of 2005 that any of us had an inkling of how special the last few years had been. It's only been recently as I've started looking back that I really appreciated the situation and how remarkable it was across the board. From Ivan's prompt arrival at practice (hmmm hmmm), to the closeness of the boys, to actual success on the pitch, and the good times like Halloween parties at the Taylor's and end of season shindigs at the Carr's it was a fantastic time. As you read this, take a moment and think about it. It means a lot to Stephen and it meant a lot to me and Pam, too. You made it easy on us after moving here in 2003 to fit in and we made great friends through the Crew. Thanks for that and best wishes in the future!!!!
Monday, June 12
3v3 News
A core group of the Crew, Jordan E., Stephen C., Matthew M., and Carter F. plus a new addition - Bain R. (formerly of the American Fire and Hoover Havoc 96) have formed the Blue Crew - a 3v3 team that will travel this summer competing in the Kick It! series and are hopeful of qualifying for nationals in Orlando next January.
Christopher P. and Joel C. are also on a 97 team seeking much the same thing. Ivan will bw coaching both teams and the Blue Crew have added Coach Chorry to fill in any gaps caused by obligations to multiple Subway franchises.
Good luck to both teams!!!!
Saturday, June 3
06/07 Tryouts Are Here
The former Crew are in the midst of competitve soccer tryouts again - this time with most of them returning to their true age group for the first time in several years. Jordan (Jets 95 Blue) and Trevor (Jets 95 Red) will continue in the 1995 age group for this season, while Thomas and Thornton have opted to move on to football this fall and are forgoing soccer.
The remainder - Matthew, Owen, John Paul, Joel, Stephen, Carter, and Christopher are vying for spots on the Jets 1996 Blue, Red, White, or Gold (usually reserved for 1997's) teams. Good luck, all!
I'll update the site upon the receipt ans acceptance of offers from Birmingham United (formerly American Soccer Club) or other Birmingham area clubs.
Of note, Jack Sommervell, a member of the Crew through the 2003 Fall season, is currently playing on the highest 1996 Boys team for the Tennessee Futbol Club of Franklin, TN.
Thursday, March 30
Fall and Spring Update
It's been quite a while since I updated the site, so here's a quick overview of where all the former Crew stand:
The Jets 95 Gold (John Paul, Carter, Christopher, Joel, Thornton, Owen, Thomas) ended Fall 2005 with a tournament final in Vestavia, a tournament win in Montgomery (including a defeat of the Jets 95 red) and a respectable showing in the State Cup. In the first match of the Spring season, the Gold lost 2-0 to the Jets 95 White on two second half goals.
The Jets 95 Red (Trevor, Matthew, Stephen) came in second in Montgomery and were quarterfinalists in the State Cup, going down 2-0 to the Jets 95 Blue, the eventual State Champions. In the first match of the Spring season, the Red team defeated Hoover Phantoms 95 Blue 1-0 on a late winner from Matthew.
The Jets 95 Blue (Jordan) had a great season dropping only one league game, winning the Atlanta Cup, and the State Cup.
Congratulations, everyone, for a great season in the Fall and (hopefully) a great one in the Spring. Who knows waht tryouts might have in store for all these 96 and 97's that have been playing a year up as long as they can remember!
Go Crew!
Thursday, August 11
Stay Tuned...
Stay tuned for updates on the former Crew and their new Jets teams. I'll try to keep the page updated with news and notes on the upcoming AYSA Division 2 season as often as possible. I know the Jets 95 Blue, with former Crew Jordan E., are playing a double header in Huntsville this weekend. Good luck, Jordan & team!
Saturday, July 30
Congratulations to all the new Jets!
In what may be without precedent, every player on the Crew made a Jets team - all trying out at least 1 year early! Congratualtions to everyone for their acheivement!!! Best of luck going forward. We will always miss the Crew experience - from the coaches to the players to the parents, it's been an outstanding ride. Perhaps we'll all be back together again in Fall 2006....
Jets 95 Gold Jets 95 Red Jets 95 Blue
Christopher P. Matthew M. Jordan E.
Owen C. Stephen C.
Joel C. Trevor W.
Carter F.
Thomas T.
John Paul S.
Thornton H.
What a ride, guys!!!!!!
Tuesday, May 24
Crew wins U-10 Red (A) Mid-State Challenge Cup!!
The Crew won the Spring edition of the Mid State Challenge Cup to successfully defend their reign as cup holders. While the rematch with the Red Devils did not materialize as they were bracketed in the B group, the schedule did hold a much anticipated reunion with Trussville for the third time this spring.
Group play opened Friday night with a match against a Mountain Brook side we had not faced since 7-0 and 4-1 wins in the spring of 2004. Despite a strong attack from MB, the Crew was able to come out of the match with a 4-2 win.
The scond match, against a recently formed Briarwood side, was equally tough, but the Crew was able to perservere with a 4 - 2 victory in the heat of the afternoon.
Sunday's noon kickoff against Trussville marked the third meeting between the two teams this spring. Both the previous league game and the Shelby County Shootout match had ended in draws, the first 1-1 equalized with a brilliant header in the 49th minute, the second a tough 0 - 0 draw that gave Trussville the Shelby County Shootout Championship on goals against. Trussville also stood as the only team the Crew had never been able to defeat. It was another classic in the series, with both teams showing their contrasting styles and playing good, hard soccer. Well into the second frame the match appeared to be heading towards another 0 - 0 draw, but great passing from the forwards led to winning Crew goal in the 48th minute! The win moved the Crew into the final against our clubmates, the ASC Fire.
The Crew opened and closed the final quickly, gaining a 4 - 0 lead in the first 15 minutes and holding on for the remainder of the match despite some tough attacking play from the Fire. The Crew came away with a win and the American Soccer Club came away with both a first and second place finish in the top tier U-10 division. And both teams representing ASC in the U-10A group were U-9 sides!
Congratulations, Crew!!!
Thursday, May 19
News and Notes
Our team party will be held the Sunday of the Mid State Challenge Cup immediately following the final at the Carr's house.
Also, check out the Red Devils (our clubmates) new website at www.eteamz.com/american_red_devils/
Crew best Vestavia 4-1
The Crew avenged an early season loss to Vestavia Saturday morning with a 4 - 1 win at the SportsFirst 1996 complex to close out league play. On to the Mid-State Challenge Cup!
Red Devils break Crew streak
The Red Devils broke the Crew's winning streak (9 matches unbeaten, 6 unbeaten agianst the Red Devils) against American Soccer Club competition with a 1 - 0 win Wednesday night. It marks their first victory in 9 chances against the Crew, and the win was well deserved as they played the best we have seen. Congratulations to our clubmates! We hope to see you in the Mid State Challenge Cup!
Crew falls to Chelsea 0 - 2
In the second game in 4 days, the Crew fell to Chelsea 0 - 2 at Forest Park despite a strong effort from the team as a whole. Time to regroup to face the Red Devils next Wednesday!
Crew wins UAB 3v3 Tournament... and places second!
The Crew successfully defended their crown as UAB 3v3 Champions against the toughest competition they've ever faced - themselves! After duelling each other to a 0 - 0 draw, both Crew sides entered in the tournament advanced from group play into the finals to face each other for the championship. It was an exciting match that featured one team jumping out to a 3 goal lead only to see the other side come from behind to win 4-3. Congratulations on a fine tournament showing from both teams!
Crew to field two teams in UAB 3v3 tournament
The Crew will field two teams in UAB Soccer's annual 3v3 tournament on May 7. The Crew 96 is made up of: Owen, Christopher, Joel, Stephen, and Jordan; while the Crew 97 is made up of: Thornton, Thomas, Matthew, John Paul, Trevor, and Carter.
Here is the schedule for both:
12:30 Crew 96 vs. Tuscaloosa Falcons
1:05 Crew 97 vs. Avalanche
1:40 Crew 97 vs. Tuscaloosa Falcons
2:15 Crew 96 vs. Avalanche
3:25 *****Crew 96 vs. Crew 97*****
4:15 Championship Game
Friday, May 6
Directions to Chelsea's Forest Park
Forest Park Fields- Chelsea From Interstate 459 North: Take the Highway 280 Exit. Take a right onto Highway 280 East. Continue east on Highway 280 for 8 miles. A ½ miles pass the SoccerBlast fields turn left on Essex Drive then take first right and follow signs to soccer field at rear of subdivision (0.8 miles).
Crew 2 - 2 Chelsea Sting '95
In the first game of a home and home stand against the Chelsea Sting '95, the Crew played to a well fought 2-2 draw. We'll get a second chance against them on Saturday morning!
Friday, May 6
Crew Places Second in Shelby County Shootout U-10 Division
Playing up an age group, as usual, the Crew finished a respectable second in 2005's Shelby County Shootout. Although the Crew secured two victories by a combined 10-2 margin, the two scores allowed would come back to haunt them. Sunday morning started with a game against the always challenging Trussville team that we played to a 1-1 stalemate just a few weeks earlier. In probably the best match of the day across all age groups and what ultimately provewd to be the de facto championship match, the two teams fought to a draw again, this time 0-0. The Crew wrapped up the tourney with a 3-0 win over clubmates the Red Devils, increasing the unbeaten streak against American Soccer Club teams to 9 games dating back to the win over the ASC Fury on May 20, 2004 (the streak is at 10 including indoor results). However, the difference in points due to the two goals allowed on Saturday would ultimately give the champions medals to the Trussville Fire '95 by two points over the Crew. Congratualtions on a well played tournament!
Saturday, April 23
Homewood downs Crew 5-0
The Crew had a disappointing loss to Homewood, 5-0, Saturday morning at West Homewood Park. Time to regroup for next weekend!
Wednesday, April 20
Crew U10 Runners-up in Auburn Thunder Road Classic
Playing up in the U10 division, the Crew placed second in their first travelling tournament. The boys opened with a hard fought loss to Wings 95 out of Enterprise, but bounced back with a 3-1 win over the Capital City Streaks 95 to close Saturday's action. Sunday began with a 3-0 victory over the host team, the Auburn Thunder, advancing the Crew to the finals for a rematch with Wings. In the finals, the Crew dominated possession but could not capitalize on the many shots on goal while the Wings converted every chance, and the Crew fell 4-2. Congratulations on a great showing in Auburn, Crew!
Wednesday, April 20
Crew draws with Trussville
The Crew netted a goal in the final minute to draw with Trussville Saturday morning. The Crew's league record is now 1-1-1.
Thursday, April 14
A Note for the Trussville Game
Please be at SportFirst Field #2 (Coca-Cola Field) at 7:15 Saturday morning to begin warming up. This is the field on which we normally practice.
Thursday, April 14
Call for Pictures!
If you have any pictures from this season's matches, please email them to me so that I can upload them to the website. Thanks!
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Monday, April 11
Crew goes down to Vestavia 6-0
The Crew came up short in a 6-0 loss to Vestavia Saturday at Liberty Park. Time to regroup for tournament weekend!
Sunday, March 20
CREW DEFEAT RED DEVILS 3-2
The Crew were triumphant in Saturday morning's season opener against our clubmates, the Red Devils, by a 3-2 score. Congratulations, boys, on a game well won!
Wednesday, February 23
Crew Adds New Player
Joel C. has joined the Crew for the Spring 2005 season. We look forward to welcoming to the team!
Monday, February 14
Indoor Season Complete
An 11-1 victory over the Attack marked the end to a successful 04/05 indoor season for the Crew. Finishing with a record of 6-0-1, the boys maintained a differential of 44 goals with the Crew finding the back of the net 60 times (8.5 per match) in 7 games while conceding only 16 (2.3). Congratulations, Crew, on a fun and successful season. Now on to Spring!
Tournament Results
The Crew, playing up a year in the U10 division of the National Indoor Soccer Championship Regional Qualifier, finished second in their group with two wins and a loss (goal differential of 16 in our favor, however). Congratulations, Crew, on a fun successful tournament!
Crew places third in 3v3
The Crew placed third in the Eurosport Indoor 3v3 tournament held at Sportsblast. After getting off to a strong start with wins against the Columbus, MS Hammers and Fire, they came up short against the Warriors. The lone loss placed the Crew second in their group and into the consolation match against the Destroyers, also from Mississippi. Bouncing back from the previous setback, the Crew came out with a strong thrid place showing in the U-10 division. Great job, guys!
Sunday, October 24
CREW WINS GOVERNOR'S CUP - 2004 STATE CHAMPS
The Crew wrapped up a weekend of domination with an 8-0 win over the Kicks Gold 96 to take the 2004 Alabama Governor's Cup. Everyone played phenomenally as evidenced by a 22 to 3 goal differential. Congratualtions Crew!!!!
Crew comes up big in 6 -4 victory over Vestavia
The Crew played an extraordinary match after two weeks off in a hard fought 6 - 4 win over league rivals Vestavia under the Tuesday night lights at Heardmont Park.
Thursday, October 21
CREW DOMINATES CHELSEA 5-2
In damp, foggy conditions at Heardmont Park last night, the Crew put on a phenomenal performance against the Sting in a 5-2 victory. Great game, Crew!
Monday, October 18
CREW WINS MID STATE CHALLENGE CUP!
The Crew won the Mid State Challenge Cup Sunday night with a 2-0 victory over Vestavia in a hard fought final. Please email me your pictures from this weekends games!
Wednesday, March 1
Update from Fall 2006
It's been several months since the fortunes of the former Crew players were updated, so here's a brief synopsis of the Fall 2006 season:
The Jets 95 Gold (Owen, John Paul, Christopher, Thomas, Carter, Thornton, Joel) came away with a runners up medal in Vestavia and were the champions of the Blue-Gray Classic in Montgomery and a big win over the...
Jets 95 Red (Matthew, Trevor, Stephen) ended the season without a winner's medal, they did take the consolation medal in Montgomery and were quarterfinalists in the State Cup to finish out the season, losing 2-0 to the eventual champions, the....
Jets 95 Blue (Jordan), who finished up ranked as one of the top U-11 teams in the country as well as ALabama State Champions after an exciting final against the Kicks 95 Red!
Good luck this Spring!!!
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