When it comes to the Lakes Region of the NEPSAC, there’s little debate as to who the team to beat typically is. That would be Brewster Academy. Since 2000, the Bobcats have won 14 Lakes Region titles, earned 17 bids to the NEPSAC Class C tournament and won six NEPSAC championships. It could be the … [Read more...]
Power rankings: Early-season top five ISL girls teams
The NEPSAC girls soccer season is underway, which means another competitive fall in the Independent School League is in the forecast. The last team to win the league title -- remember, the COVID-19 pandemic wiped out the 2020 season -- was Thayer Academy. Coach Nick Rugnetta’s squad is once again … [Read more...]
Analysis: How New Hampshire became a top-10 team in the country
DURHAM, N.H. -- Just in case the No. 9 national ranking didn’t adequately emphasize the potency of the University of New Hampshire men’s soccer team, the Wildcats delivered a mighty statement on Tuesday night. New Hampshire overwhelmed previously-unbeaten Quinnipiac with a dominant 5-0 victory at … [Read more...]
Best XI: Top Northeast-10 women’s players to watch so far
The always-competitive Northeast-10 figures to provide a compelling 2021 season. Most NE10 women’s programs have already played multiple conference matches, and the league once again appears to be rich with talent. Southern New Hampshire (5-0, 3-0 NE10), Saint Rose (4-0, 1-0 NE10) and Franklin … [Read more...]
Best XI: Top Northeast-10 men’s players to watch so far
Conference play has begun in the Northeast-10, one of the premier leagues at the Division 2 level in the country. It’s still early, with teams having played just one league game, but perennial power Franklin Pierce (5-0, 1-0 NE10) has led the way, with Le Moyne (4-0, 1-0 NE10) and American … [Read more...]
New England will be well-represented at NXT LVL Invitational
This coming weekend, many of the top boys prep soccer teams in the region, and beyond, will head to the Albany, N.Y. area for the 2021 NXT LVL Soccer Invitational. The showcase event will take place at Afrim’s Sports Park in Colonie, N.Y. It will feature dozens of schools from 10 different states, … [Read more...]
World Cup 2026: Kraft and Co. make Gillette pitch to FIFA
FOXBOROUGH -- Robert Kraft says he learned about the sport of soccer and its power back in the 1980s, when he traveled to Europe for his paper and packaging company. "I realized I could get seats in the Royal Albert Music Hall or for symphonies in Germany, because the World Cup was on and there was … [Read more...]
Recap: Who shined the brightest at Northfield Mount Hermon jamboree?
Some of the top boys prep soccer teams in New England had an opportunity to see how they measure up against top-notch competition this past Sunday. Perennial power Northfield Mount Hermon hosted a six-team jamboree that included four NEPSAC programs and two from outside of the NEPSAC, those being … [Read more...]
Rankings: Preseason top five for D-3 women’s soccer in New England
After nearly two full years without meaningful game action, the majority of Division 3 women’s college programs return to the pitch this week. A full fall slate of games awaits teams across the region, as they strive for conference and, ultimately, national supremacy. The COVID-19 pandemic, of … [Read more...]
Rankings: Which D-2 men’s teams are best in New England?
In the Division 2 men’s college soccer landscape, you can almost always expect Franklin Pierce University to be a major factor. Such should be the case once again this fall. The mighty Ravens enter the 2021 season ranked fifth nationally and loaded with talent. The question is: will any squad in New … [Read more...]
Rankings: Which D-2 women’s teams are best in the region?
After missing out on having a fall season in 2020, Division 2 college soccer teams are back in full force and in their rightful spot on the yearly sports calendar. The 2021 season will kick off for squads throughout New England this weekend, with conference titles and, ultimately, a national … [Read more...]
Matt Turner named MLS All-Star Game MVP, called in to USMNT
Matt Turner added another achievement to his sensational summer on Wednesday night. The New England Revolution goalkeeper was named MVP of the MLS All-Star Game in Los Angeles. The 27-year-old Turner made two saves in a penalty shootout to help the MLS All-Stars defeat Liga MX All-Stars from … [Read more...]
