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Union Academy graduation highlights Bethlehem Steel brotherhood

Due to imminent overseas absence for two almost-graduates, YSC Academy held an early graduation ceremony Friday, June 2, 2017 for two members of the class of 2017. Both play for the Bethlehem Steel.

Player of the Week

Player of the week: Andre Blake

With seven saves, five against David Villa, Andre Blake was the Union’s best player. We take a closer look at PSP’s player of the week.

USL Match report

Match Report: Bethlehem Steel FC 1-1 Ottawa Fury

A saved PK and a brilliantly saved on-frame strike by the Fury keeper prevented the Steel from securing all three points. Disappointment aside, they played dominating possession soccer that was a pleasure to watch.

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Memorial Day musings

Some observations about the Bethlehem Steel and the USL, from serious issues of future stability to a whimsically fleeting table analysis.

Player of the Week

Player of the week: Derrick Jones

Derrick Jones made his international debut for the Stars and Stripes. His play saw him earn PSP’s player of the week.

Harrisburg City Islanders / Philadelphia Union II / USL Match report

Match Report: Bethlehem Steel FC 3 – Harrisburg City Islanders 1

Bethlehem Steel FC took their first ever victory over Harrisburg City Islanders Sunday afternoon.

Philadelphia Union II / Photo essays

In pictures: Bethlehem Steel FC – Charleston Battery

Photographer Mikey Reeves was at Thursday’s Bethlehem match to shoot some great photos of the action. Here’s what he saw.

Philadelphia Union II / USL Match report

Match report: Bethlehem Steel FC 0 – Charleston Battery 1

On a rainy day in Bethlehem a proven striker demonstrated to local school children why having such a player is an advantage.

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Goliath, and little David from Bethlehem

Head coach Brendan Burke modestly understated the matter when he described his most recent opponent as a big-budget, fully-resourced side. While they lost a third game to them Saturday, the two previous clean sheet victories deserve remembrance and praise.

Player of the Week

Player of the week: Haris Medunjanin

For the second consecutive time, Haris Medunjanin is our player of the week. His wonderful free kick ensured the Union earned their fourth victory in a row.