Former Union and Toronto right back Ryan Richter plays a key role as Bethlehem Steel FC’s captain, but it’s not merely important to Bethlehem. It matters to the Union too. New PSP contributor Dylan Gerstley continues PSP’s rollout of Bethlehem coverage.
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The “McKenzie Rule”? Hopefully not
A head injury to a teenage Union academy player in Sunday’s Bethlehem Steel match silenced and scared observers. PSP continues to roll out its new Bethlehem Steel FC coverage with a look at the head shot that knocked out Mark McKenzie — and how people reacted. (This post was updated on June 14.)
Bethlehem’s core works through a fluctuating roster
Bethlehem Steel FC’s roster fluctuates from game to game due to loans from Philadelphia Union, but that hasn’t stopped head coach Brendan Burke and his core from competing and building chemistry. New PSP contributor Tim Jones explains how.
Match report: Bethlehem Steel 0-1 NYRB II
An early defensive error gave New York Red Bulls II all the room they’d need to down Bethlehem Steel FC in a storm-interrupted match on Sunday. New PSP contributor Noel Abastillas has the report.
Bethlehem signs Lehigh University’s Jamie Luchini
The Lehigh product joins Bethlehem Steel.
Brief recap and postgame quotes: Bethlehem Steel FC 1-2 FC Cincinnati
Despite a furious finish, Bethlehem fell short in their inaugural home opener.