As PSP readers struggle to discern a way forward for the Philadelphia Union organization, here are some follow-up thoughts from down on the farm.
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Player of the week: C.J. Sapong
As the Union’s winless streak continued, one player stood out among the rest. C.J. Sapong is PSP’s player of the week.
Match report: Bethlehem Steel 0-2 Orlando City B
Bethlehem Steel were beaten Sunday by a brace that included the Orlando shooter’s first professional goal.
Should Bethlehem play in the second or third division?
PSP explores the question of which division Bethlehem should play in once USL splits into two divisions.
Players of the week: Union U17s
The Union lost in Chester. The Steel lost in Harrisburg. In Frisco, a group of teenagers brought joy to the field, finishing fourth in the Generation Adidas Cup. The Philadelphia Union U17s are PSP’s players of the week.
Match report: Bethlehem Steel FC 2 – 3 Harrisburg City Islanders
Bethlehem Steel fought back after City Islanders charged furiously out of the gate. But after pulling even, Bethlehem fell at the death. Former Union men Aaron Wheeler and Pedro Ribiero contributed to the City Islanders’ win.