While it may be a slow weekend on the local college soccer front, there are still plenty of BIG games to watch on the field and on the television this weekend. Here are a few of the happenings that any true fan of the world's game just won't want to miss.
Kickapoo HS Shootout
Friday & Saturday
Kickapoo HS, Harrison Stadium and Springfield Catholic Sites
Where else will you find most of the regional High School Boys Soccer powers in one spot this weekend? They will all be competing at the Kickapoo Shootout this Friday and Saturday. If you are a 6th, 7th or 8th grade player this is an outstanding opportunity to go see what it takes to play at the Varsity level.
Oh, and by the way some of the most dominant High School Programs from the state of Missouri will be here playing against the local boys- Vianney HS, Pembroke Hill, Lee's Summit West, Blue Springs and Francis Howell.
Saturday October 11, 2008
England vs. Kazakhstan WCQ-Match
Kick-off 11:00am Fox Soccer Channel
Watch Beckham and the boys try to continue their recent winning streak of World Cup Qualifying matches. It won't be an easy test as England has been known to take their foot off the pedal in matches like this one. Look for another breakout performance from someone trying to lock down their spot on the National Team.
Saturday October 11, 2008
USA vs. Cuba WCQ-Match
Kick-off 6:00pm ESPN classic
RFK in the nation's capital is the site of choice for this important CONCACAF Semi-Final Round World Cup Qualifier. Coach Bob Bradley has assembled a stellar roster with both MLS and European based players for this one. If the US wins it will propel them into the Final Round of CONCACAF Qualifying for FIFA World Cup 2010 in South Africa. Plenty of exciting moments are sure to be had in this match. Interested in seeing more of the preparations, then be sure to visit www.ussoccer.com and view US training sessions and pre-game preparations.
Enjoy the weekend soccer games and go SSC!
