It was a rough year for Philadelphia soccer fans. But there were some bright lights too. PSP runs down the best that was in the year that was.
Annual Awards
The best of 2014
PSP hands out its annual awards for 2014, all in one shot. Player of the year, coach of the year, team of the year (they’re from the high school ranks), and all the other random stuff we can come up with.
PSP’s Best of 2013
Here is the best of 2013, as determined by some of the PSP crew. Everything from best local team and best goal of the year to the worst hair and biggest controversy of the year.
PSP’s Men’s Player of the Year: Amobi Okugo
When it comes to Amobi Okugo, the defensive midfielder vs. central defender debate will surely continue, but he’s an excellent central defender right now and PSP’s pick for Player of the Year.
PSP’s Women’s Player of the Year: Sinead Farrelly
Haverford native Sinead Farrelly was an integral part of one of the best midfields in NWSL’s inaugural season before finishing the year in Europe.
PSP Amateur Player of the Year: Zack Steffen
In a year with many deserving candidates, Downingtown, Pa. native Zach Steffen is PSP’s Amateur Player of the Year.