A pillar of the local soccer community debuted in NPSL this year. Tim Lutz has the story of a foundational year for the Ukrainian Nationals.
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Local lower league recap: Week of May 16
It was a busy week in local action. Plus, West Chester travels to Ocean City for a Memorial Weekend clash down the Shore.
It’s time to remember the Ukrainian Nationals
Steve Holroyd on the remarkable record of the Ukrainian Nationals, which included four US Open Cup titles between 1960 and 1966.
1960 US Open Cup final is a tough act to follow
In the 1960 US Open Cup final, Philadelphia’s Ukrainian Nationals came from behind three times over 120 minutes to win the championship with Mike Noha scoring all five of the Uke Nats goals. Roger Allaway has the story.
The World Cup drought: US Soccer, 1950-1990
We continue our series on the US and the World Cup with a look at why the US failed to qualify for the tournament between 1950 and 1990.
Looking for a golden age: A statistical analysis of US pro soccer leagues
The ASL in the 1920s has been called the “golden age” of American soccer. Some older fans argue that the NASL was “better” than MLS. Steve Holroyd looks at what the numbers say.