Ouzo F.C: Welcome

                                       Blood, Sweat and Beers ^TM

Welcome to the Official Website for Ouzo Indoor Soccer Club.

Formed in the winter of 2002, Ouzo F.C can be seen on Sunday's at Soccer City in Etobicoke. After starting in the 3rd division, Ouzo has since been promoted to the 2nd, then the 1st Division, which is where they play today.

Well known for their drinking abilities, Ouzo continue to prove that they are not only fierce competitors on the field, but a force upstairs at "Wingers Lounge" after the games. This is where the team really gains there advantage. With hours spent scouting their opposition, along with sampling Soccer City's finest Ale's, Ouzo has created a team that will live and die for the cause. The cause at this point is unknown, but that doesn't stop the lads from playing for each other every week.


Enjoy the site and make sure to check back for scores, standings, stats and news on the team.

Don't forget to keep up-to-date with Ouzo International in the A.D.S.L.


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SOCCER CITY:  ETOBICOKE - After 4 games in Thursday’s top division, Ouzo II have a record of 2 Draws and 2 losses.  The top Division at Soccer City has some of Soccer City top players.

In need of their first win, Ouzo II played Diavoli it what proved to be an entertaining match.  An old Rival from Sunday’s 1^st division, Diavoli came into the match undefeated.  After going down 1-0, Ouzo II fought back to take the lead 3-2 with less than a minute left in the game.  A “no call” by Legendary Soccer City Player/Coach/Fan (now ref) Jordano resulted in a Diavoli counter attack.  A shot that deflected off an Ouzo II defender leveled the game at 3.  A last second chance by Ouzo II was just stopped by Diavoli’s keeper to preserve the draw and Diavoli’s unbeaten streak.  This is the second time this season that Ouzo II has given up a late goal (both off deflections) to lose out on the win. 

Up next for Ouzo II is the powerhouse – Benfica.  The team consists of some high priced players, so Ouzo II will have their work cut out for them.

SOCCER CITY:  ETOBICOKE:  After 5 years in the Sunday 1^st Division, Ouzo FC finally captured the League Title.  It was an undefeated season for Ouzo, who played some of their best soccer in years.   With “Shirts off” an Ouzo tradition, the boys felt it was necessary to take their shirts off for the Team Photo at the “Champions Banquet”.  This was a Soccer City first according to Management. 

With beers & Ouzo flowing, Ouzo set the sights on a night to remember.  Is this what the team has been playing for all these years?!?!? – Free beers at the Banquet?   Is this the mysterious Ouzo Cause that the team lives and dies for every year??  Nobody knows.

The question now remains:  When will they get back to the “Champions Banquet”?

SOCCER CITY - ETOBICOKE:  In a battle for first place, Ouzo played Raging Bulls on Sunday night.  Both teams were looking to take points in what looks like another tight race for the Title. 

Ouzo went up by a goal by Stu Fletcher in the first half, but weren’t able to keep the lead as the Bulls countered with 3 straight goals of their own. 

Down 3-1 Ouzo were up against the odds. While the boys didn’t play their best game, the veteran’s battled to win every challenge and worked their way back into the game.  Goals by PK and Rusnov secured the draw in a must game for Ouzo.  A tremendous game by Keeper, Andrew Spencer is what solidified the point for Ouzo. 

Fitness proved to be key as some of the Raging Bulls players were lagging in the final minutes.  The off-field drinking has Ouzo FC in top physical condition.   

Ouzo and the Bulls are tied on points, but the 6-0 victory over the Bulls in the 1^st game has given Ouzo the edge on goal difference.  It will be a tight race for the Championship as Westside and Spartak are on form.  One thing is certain, NO team in the division drinks the way Ouzo does, which proves “Our drinking team has a SOCCER problem”™.

Up next for Ouzo is the Welland Tournament on Saturday.  Their first game is against INSOC at 1pm.

Ouzo4Life

Ever wanted to know how much the players on Toronto FC are making per year?  Well the league makes it public knowledge, so here you go: 

The First Number is guaranteed and the second is with bonuses.

TFC Attakora-Gyan Nana D $ 34,000.00  $ 34,000.00
TFC Barrett Chad F $ 195,000.00 $ 202,500.00
TFC Brennan Jim D $ 185,000.00 $ 193,250.00
TFC Cronin Sam M $ 3 6,000.00 $ 84,000.00
TFC DeRosario Dwayne M $ 357,000.00 $ 357,000.00
TFC Dichio Daniel F $ 120,000.00 $ 120,000.00
TFC Edwards Brian GK $ 39,600.00 $ 48,350.00
TFC Frei Stefan GK $ 65,000.00 $ 108,000.00
TFC Gala Gabe D $ 34,000.00 $ 34,000.00
TFC Guevara Amado M $ 3 00,000.00 $ 323,750.00
TFC Harmse Kevin M $ 79,200.00 $ 79,200.00
TFC Ibrahim Fuad F $ 75,000.00 $ 108,000.00
TFC Ricketts Rohan M $ 165,000.00 $ 165,000.00
TFC Robinson Carl M $ 300,000.00 $ 315,000.00
TFC Serioux Adrian D $ 119,070.00 $ 131,570.00
TFC Smith Johann F $ 45,000.00 $ 56,666.67
TFC Sutton Greg GK $ 157,500.00 $ 165,062.50
TFC Velez Marco D $ 63,000.00 $ 63,500.00
TFC Vitti Pablo F $ 288,000.00 $ 303,000.00
TFC White O’Brian F $ 36,000.00 $ 113,000.00
TFC Wynne Marvell D $ 5 7,000.00 $ 159,500.00

 David Beckham is the highest paid player in 2009 at $5,500,000.08

BMO Field - Toronto:  The word out of the Ouzo camp is that the Team will be having their 3rd Annual Ouzo - TFC Day on Saturday, April 4th 2009.  This will be the first Home Game for Toronto FC in 2009.  Management from Ouzo FC was unavailable for comment.

TFC - OUZO Events are known to be legendary.

More details to follow.

"We have been training our staff all winter for this" said Lee, the Head of security at the Brazenhead Pub.  "This Ouzo thing has really caught on fire during the TFC games".

We don't know what this "Ouzo thing" is, but the lads will all be out supporting their team (along with supporting Carlsberg in the infamous Beer Garden)

Before this Huge event, Ouzo will be crowned Division 1 Champions of the Fall Session on Friday, March 6th at Wingers.  Stay tuned for pictures.

Ouzo4Life

SOCCER CITY - ETOBICOKE:  In a game where some fans had premonitions of Rocky IV, Ouzo once again prevailed.   Emotions were high as Spartak and Ouzo had never played each other before.  Game time was at 10pm, but rumour has it Spartak was seen warming up at 8:45pm.  In what some people might call a "Skeleton Crew", that is what Ouzo had for players.  Ouzo had only 7 players and a goalie while Spartak looked to have an army of 16. 

The game started out very physical with Steve "I drive a Porsche" Delaney shoulder charging one of the Spartans hard into the ground.  This set the tone for a very physical game.  Ouzo possessed the ball and controlled the game nicely.  It wasn't until Jesse "The Schnitzel" Geisel shoulder charged one of the Spartans and got a penalty- that the Spartans actually took possession.   There were many Spartak fans in the crowd who let Ouzo know they were not well liked.  Ouzo however, maintained their composure and Stewie "I fall asleep on woman's laps" Fletcher managed to find Steve Delaney in the slot on free kick and Delaney found the back of the net with one of his classic side foot fire balls.   Ouzo was ahead 1-0 and would continue to pressure the Russians.  Ouzo pulled away when Anthony Shaw made a very creative flip pass to the Schnitzel who caught the goalie out in no man's land to touch the ball into the net.   Ouzo would go into the half time with a 2-0 lead.  However, the fans knew Ouzo was bagged as Steve Delaney and Steve "I love to wear hats" Sacchitiello had no substitutes so they forced to play the entire game.  

The second half would start as the the first finished with high emotions and physical play.  It became so physical that Stewie Fletcher was practically dragging a Spartak on his back so he had to elbow him in the head to get him off.  This resulted in another Spartak power play.  Ouzo once again remained strong at the back and held off Spartak to maintain their 2 goal lead.  With just under 8 minutes left in the game Spartak had Ouzo on their heels.  When the referee wasn't looking (and that was often) the biggest player on Spartak would grab the Ouzo goalie Andrew "Don't Make Me Angry" Spencer and toss him aside as the ball spun into their net.  It was at this point, all mayhem broke out.  Not only was there a foul on the Ouzo goalie, but Steve Sacchitiello was quoted saying, "it hit the big man's hand as well before it went into the net".  So there should have been a foul and a hand ball, but there was neither and it now was 2-1 for Ouzo.  Ouzo continued to battle and emotions between the Ouzo players were being felt with  Mike the "Ladies Man" having a few choice words for the referee and Sacchitiello as well.  With under 5 minutes remaining Ouzo had 2 more chances with Stewie Fletcher hitting the post and Sacchetiello narrowly missing the near post.  Spartak would hold Ouzo in their own end for the remainder of the game, but they could not capitalize and Andrew Spencer made several key saves to give Ouzo the victory.

 Ouzo retired to Wingers Lounge to celebrate yet another victory and an unbeaten regular season record for their 2008-09 sessions.  The Final Three remaining at Wingers would be Rusnov, the Schnitz and Sacchetiello.

 Ouzo's next game is this Sunday at 4:40pm with a classic rematch of Westside who they played in 2007 season.  Hope to see you all there!!!

SOCCER CITY - ETOBIOKE:  Five years ago Ouzo FC entered the First Division on Sunday’s at Soccer City.  During those Five years they fought their way into a few Cup Finals, but never had the opportunity to win a League Championship in the last game.  That all changed this past Sunday when Ouzo played SCL - a new team to the division.

With Raging Bulls (2^nd place team) quietly observing in the Stands, Ouzo were primed and ready to take the title.  And to everyone’s surprise, the win (and the Championship) came much earlier than expected.  SCL showed up with only 4 players and were forced to give up the game by default.   Either way, Ouzo would have taken the title, especially after beating SCL in their previous match 8-3.

With the time already paid for, the game was played anyway.  Ouzo crushed the bottom dwellers in a scrimmage and it marked a first for one of Ouzo’s Veteran players.    Former Defensive MVP Steve Sacchitiello scored his first goal(s) of the season.  His second goal would be a “goal at any level.”

Champagne flowed in the dressing room after the game, which marked the first Championship in the first division.  From there, the part y moved to the “infamous” Wingers Lounge where the team celebrated with beers and wingers as usual.  The party was quite tame in comparision to the night they will have during the awards banquet.  Free beer and wings is what drives this "drinking team".

Schnitzel made his first appearance in 3 weeks at Wingers after his romantic get-a-way in the Caribbean.  Nobody could recognize “Jesse the Body” after his time away from the team. 

SOCCER CITY - ETOBICOKE:  With a must win or tie at hand, Ouzo (6-0-3) rose to the challenge vs. arch rivals Raging Bulls (6-1-2).

One more victory and Ouzo not only finishes with an undefeated season but takes the league cup, and all the wings and beer they want. Winger’s is in f***king trouble!!!!

Ouzo came out to the opening whistle focused and disciplined. After going down early on a sh**t goal by the “fat man”, Mike “don’t say I like chicks with dicks” Michaelides, equalled the scoring seconds later.

The squad looked strong the second half, and almost dominate at times. However, with numerous scoring chances, Ouzo could not find the back of the net. Defensively the team only allowed six shots on net. As usual, Andrew Spencer was very strong in net and some what vocal at times.

The game finished 1-1 draw and sets the stage for an exciting end to the season. A special shout-out goes to Referee Dean for an excellent job.

Ouzo looks to win the league this Sunday with a win. See ya at Wingers!!!

Where is the Penguin?

Ouzo 4 Life!!

SOCCER CITY - ETOBICOKE:  Ouzo FC kept rolling along as the upended an over-matched Greens United 7-2.  This latest victory keeps Ouzo FC's destiny in their own hands as an early New Year's match-up versus rivals Raging Bulls awaits.  The winner most likely will claim first place and a spot in the year end banquet.   

Ouzo found themselves down 1-0 on an odd angle goal towards the middle stages of the 1st half.  Undaunted, Ouzo battled back and Phil Kennedy took a one bounce pass from Rob Rusnov and calmly deposited the shot behind a bemused Greens 'keeper who was wearing a kit which featured "Winnie the Pooh" on his jersey.  Minutes later Behn Wurthman deftly separated the ball from a Greens defender a cracked a shot that got an "Ouzo" bounce and caromed past the bewildered "pooh Bear" to make it 2-1 Ouzo.  Just before the half, PK took a lovely pass from Gus Polymerus and once again continued to ruin Piglet's best friends evening to make 3-1 at the break. 

Early in the second stanza a well worked set-up from the back led to a fantastic finish by Matt Geary with an assist from Jesse "The Body" Geisel.  Winnie could only shake his head  Polymerus kept his strong goal scoring session going, taking a delightful ball from Wurthman and beating the now starting to get disgruntled "Pooh Bear" on a breakaway neatly to the corner of the netting.  Stu Fletcher taking great feeds from Mike Mica-LADIES-man, and "The Body" would score the final two tallies to make the final 7-2 for Ouzo FC.   

In the closing minute a frustrated Greens United started to take out their lacklusture play by trying to create some fisticuffs.  "It was looking like it could get violent, and it DID get violent," said man of the match PK.  With the Greens rushing the field, a well disciplined Ouzo FC held back and watched "Winnie the Pooh" look like someone had stolen his winter supply of honey.  "Pooh Bear" kept trying to get at Ouzo players, but fortunately for him was held back and no further violence ensued.   

It was now time to head upstairs to celebrate with beers, wings and things.  With the Spencer family at the match to cheer on their favourite squad, and with Stu's better half Dana also in tow, it was quite a large group partaking in post match shenanigans.  Coach Anderson also made his appearance after missing the match with family commitments.  It was announced that it was Fletcher's birthday earlier in the week and as Ouzo serenaded "The Fletch" with a "Happy Birthday" tune, and the lovely Jane provided a round of Ouzo shots for the squad which has become the favourite squad of Winger's Lounge.   

As the evening was winding down, Wurthman was caught in a pickle.  He was preparing to leave, but was starting to be mocked for only making the "Final 11".  Realizing that if nothing else that Ouzo loves their beers he proceeded to order one more pitcher and waited out most of the crowd to earn his first "Final 4" finish of the season, along with Delaney and "Final 4" regulars Rusnov and Anderson.  Wurthman made his exit and then there will only three left.  The remaining Ouzo lads had Jane sit down with them and proceeded to give her life, love and footy advice.   On their way out each of the "Top 3" received a Toberlone bar and Christmas hugs.  Meanwhile the early exiting Wurthman left with nothing.    

Next up for Ouzo FC is a Boxing Day Tourney in Vaughn.  Here's wishing everyone a very Merry Ouzo-Christmas.   

RR 

The dynamic Canadian international midfielder was dealt to Toronto FC for defender Julius James and an allocation in a blockbuster deal with the Houston Dynamo on Friday afternoon.

"Dwayne is a player we've admired for quite some time. When the chance came to work with Houston to get this deal, we were obviously very happy," TFC director of soccer Mo Johnston said in a team-released statement. "He's a wonderful talent and I hope all of our supporters are as excited as we are that Dwayne is now a member of Toronto FC."

De Rosario, who hails from nearby Scarborough, Ont., began his professional career with the Toronto Lynx and spent three seasons with the Dynamo, winning back-to-back MLS Cups. He was named the MVP of the 2007 MLS Cup for the second time in his career after scoring the winning goal in the 74th minute.

De Rosario also won MLS Cup titles with the San Jose Earthquakes in 2001, scoring the golden goal, and in 2003.

"2001 was very special to me because it was my first year in the league," De Rosario said. "Frank Yallop gave me the opportunity to be involved in this league and I went on to score the winning goal for San Jose to win the MLS Cup for the first time in their history. That really marked my name in the league and it is a moment I will never forget."

De Rosario, who has scored 15 goals in 49 appearances for the Canadian National Team, has never hidden his admiration for Toronto or his desire to play there - one day. That day has come.

"Being born in Scarborough and growing up in the Toronto area, it is great to have professional soccer here," De Rosario said. "The support that Toronto FC gets is amazing. The fan base is tremendous and they are passionate, knowledgeable fans."

The 30-year-old had that chance in July when the MLS All-Stars took on West Ham United of the English Premier League. De Rosario came on in the second half to score what proved to be the game-winning goal in a 3-2 win for the MLS All-Stars.

"It's definitely a dream come true, scoring in a game of this magnitude," De Rosario said after the game. "This game is huge. People don't realize how big this is because this is an opportunity to showcase our talent throughout the world and show them how good this league is."

While Toronto FC gains a marquee name and one of the best attacking midfielders in MLS, Houston welcomes a solid center back in Julius James, a 24-year-old from Trinidad and Tobago who played 13 games for TFC, scoring one goal this year, and a sizeable allocation.

James is expected to replace Bobby Boswell, who is out of contract and reportedly interested in a European move.

"This move is in the best interest of everybody and now gives the Dynamo real opportunity to address a number of its off-season goals," Dynamo coach Dom Kinnear said. "We are receiving a bright young talent in Julius James, and now have great salary cap flexibility to bring in players that can add to our strong base."

SOCCER CITY - ETOBICOKE:  All eyes upstairs at the Wingers Lounge were focused on the match between the skilled Icon Shooters and Fan favourites OUZO F.C. After about 12 minutes of hard fought action the Shooters Number 9 made a sneaky play along the boards to flick home the first Goal of the contest. Minutes later OUZO equalized with and outside shot from "Ears and Beers" Ouzo F.C. Number 5 Steve Delaney. The soccer gods were smiling as Delaney's shot bounced off two Icon Shooter before hitting the back of the net. 2 penalty kills later Ouzo stormed into the second half with a quick goal by Matt Geary from Stu Fletcher!. After another penalty kill Ouzo's fearless leader Rob Anderson blasted home a volley from Gus Polyemeros that saw the shooters back break as Ouzo went up 3 to 1. 

After some more hard tackles the Shooters had no answer up top for the Sac attack as they became more frustrated with the physical play of Ouzo's defensive core and the stellar play of their veteran keeper Andrew Spencer! Spencer had his best outing of the season so far and kept Ouzo in the game by turing away blasts from point blank range to complete a truly inspiring performance. To Stick the final nail in the coffin, Ouzos top striker Gus " Holy *** I am engaged and I can't wait to have my big fat greek wedding" Polymeros blasted home a well timed ball from Behn Wurthmen. Wurthmen powered in with the ball all the way from the back capping off a 2 point night for the flashy defensemen!!!

After what else - another penalty, The Shooters were able to notch another goal, but that would be it, as Ouzo had to much class this day for them. The League should be looking into point shaving allegations and unfair calls from the Official, who seemed to throw every call the Shooters way.

Up stairs in Wingers beers flowed but there seems to be an issue with the missing bottle of OUZO and their number one fan " I have Already seen Sac's main vein" Jane, who was also missing. Maybe she is off somewhere with a bottle of Ouzo and a throw back Sachitiello jersey with finger cramps from all the diddling!!!!
 
 
Truley a pleasure to be part of such a night lads, thank you!!!!!
Delaney OUZO #5

SOCCER CITY - ETOBICOKE:  It was another great performance for Ouzo FC this past Sunday, as they disposed of Team Korea to run their Unbeaten streak to 6! Ouzo scored 12 goals tying a team record, en route to their 4^th win of the season, and sole possession of first place a-top Division 1, following a Raging bulls win over the Icon Shooters. Gus Polymeros continued his fantastic season form scoring a hat trick, and Phil Kennedy came within inches of netting his first Ouzo hat trick, only to see the Korean International tip his shot just wide of the post. Another strong performance for the GAA league leader Andrew Spencer in the goal, handling 26 of 30 shots and was only beaten by a few defensive mental lapses as the game opened up. 

Ouzo now face the Icon Shooters this coming Sunday, in a monumental game in the season.  A win, sees Ouzo strong and confident heading into the remaining 3 games of the season on top the league. A loss and Ouzo will need help and some gritty performances to gain their first league Championship in over 5 years.

I would have some fantastic Wingers stories to add to the write up, but I was DD this week, which means that all the fun the lads were having was multiplied to my soberness. Somehow the only week I’m sober, we managed Free Ouzo shots!! Way to go Sac.

Next game time: 10pm.   

SOCCER CITY - ETOBICOKE:  Ouzo FC remained undefeated after a rather lacklustre but ultimately comfortable 8-3 win over cellar dwellers  SCL.  The mood was jovial in the change room pregame with two unnamed players (Sac and Delaney) admitting to breaking the  ’12 Hour’ rule thanks to the discovery of an afterhours bar ( Jet Fuel?) and post volleyball tourney shenanigans respectively.   If only two Ouzonians actually admitted to late nights, the look and breath of others indicated that most of the lads had been training hard on the last part of the ‘blood, sweat and beers’ ethos.   Despite this  typical Ouzo overindulgence the team started strongly with two quick goals on tidy finishes by Anderson and the newly engaged Polymerus.   Rather than kill the game with a third, Ouzo preceded to concede three all too easy goals to go into the half trailing and in danger of dropping points to the as yet winless youngsters of SCL.  But Ouzo is not just about beers. 

A little blood, a little sweat, a half time team talk, and the fact that most of the booze and smoke had worked its way out of their systems, propelled Ouzo to a quick start to the second half with Rusnov equalling the score with a deft outside of the new Spence donated boot (why didn’t we have a raffle for them?)  finish .  Anderson then set up PK for a cracker of a goal (there was talk of it being an own goal but that seems harsh) followed by a rocket of a finish by Delaney.  Before SCL knew what hit them they had been Ouzanized and the game was essentially over but for seconds goals from Anderson and Polymerus and a clinical finish from Wurthman to wrap up the victory.  Post game at wingers, Sac rekindled his blossoming romance with Jane and at the same time won the Spence donated Adidas training top Raffle. 

In other news, plans for a Saturday Day/Night in Ouzoland Hockey tournament were postponed until the New Year as scheduling issues meant that Ouzo would have to play at Soccer City the following day.  It was decided that this would be detrimental to on field performance as Ouzo captain, Rob Anderson, made clear when he explained that ‘We have a problem, it is called Alcoholism’.   

Next up for Ouzo is Team Korea Sunday, November 30^th at 10:45pm. 

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