Philadelphia Soccer History
In September 1953, Elmer Schroeder, U.S. soccer’s first American-born president, was brutally murdered in his West Philadelphia apartment. No one was ever convicted for his murder. PSP’s Ed Farnsworth writes about the life and death of a man who was an American soccer pioneer in more ways than one.
Philadelphia Soccer History
In 1921, the first-ever US tour by a professional international side included games in Bethlehem and Philadelphia.
Philadelphia Soccer History
One hundred years ago in Philadelphia soccer history, the fixtures for five area teams in the US Open Cup were announced, and Hibernian learned they were losing their home field. Also, local league results.
Philadelphia Soccer History
100 years ago in Philadelphia soccer history, Bethlehem appealed the order to replay their American Cup match against Wissinoming. And while rain caused many league games to be postponed, an exhibition game at Starr Garden ended in a riot.
Philadelphia Soccer History
One hundred years ago this week, Bethlehem was ordered to replay American Cup first rounder after fielding an ineligible player and the issue of teams poaching players was coming to a head. Also, results from around Philadelphia’s leagues.
Philadelphia Soccer History
Summer friendlies, new associations, new rules: while there was no league play in the summer of 1913, plenty was happening in the Philadelphia soccer scene.
Philadelphia Soccer History
In 1913, seven area teams entered the inaugural National Challenge Cup tournament, known today as the US Open Cup.
Philadelphia Soccer History
Women’s soccer has come a long way. In Philadelphia in 1922, it came all the way from England.
Philadelphia Soccer History
Two inches of rain fall on the first American Cup final to be hosted in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia Soccer History
Semifinal action in the Allied Amateur and Philadelphia Challenge Cups. Bethlehem and Boys Club meet in second game of the Amateur Championship of Pennsylvania series.
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