Josh Plimpton, in some ways, grew up around Oakwood SC. He joined the club around 5, his parents coached there and worked at the pro shop as a high schooler. Under the guidance of Rick Derella, Dave Farrell and Kevin Bacher, the South Glastonbury, Conn., native learned the game. “I was around the … [Read more...]
Quinnipiac, sparked by Eamon Whelan, peaking at right time in MAAC
Early on, the results simply weren’t coming for Quinnipiac. Tough matches against higher-profile programs – Boston College, New Hampshire, UMass and North Carolina State – stained the Bobcats’ record. On Sept. 11, they were 0-4-1. And then something clicked. … [Read more...]
D1 Men: Top 10 breakout players of 2018 season
Each fall, there's great attention given to past standout performers in college soccer. They're known commodities who have already proven themselves, and their continued progression is more of a sure thing. But they're not the only ones who leave a mark. That's where breakout players come in, ones … [Read more...]
D1 Women: Top 10 breakout players of 2018 season
Every first-year player carries high hopes of contributing right away, but those dreams don't always pan out. A substitute role makes more sense initially, veterans are ahead of you, or injuries prove troublesome. And then a breakthrough comes. That's where these 10 players throughout New England … [Read more...]
D3 Men: 10 breakout players throughout New England
How things can change. A year ago, some players were stuck in reserve roles or not truly impacting their team on a weekly basis. But a different tune has emerged for some this fall, as the lion's share of minutes and impactful moments have fallen their way. That's why New England Soccer Journal has … [Read more...]
Oakwood goalkeeper Justin Figueiredo commits to Western Connecticut State
Before this week, all nine commits from Oakwood's U-19 Development Academy team had gone the Division 1 route. All were field players, joining the likes of UConn, New Hampshire, James Madison and Albany next fall. There's now a Division 3 program in the mix for the club from Glastonbury, Conn. … [Read more...]