Local Spotlight: Joel Sobalbarro, teenage traveling soccer stalwart
Our first Local Spotlight focuses on a globetrotting teenager who competed in an international tournament two months ago.
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Philadelphia Union II
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.
Philadelphia Union II
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.
Philadelphia Union II
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.
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