MADISON, NJ (May 17, 2012) – The Brooklyn Knights earned the second win of their young season Wednesday evening in a dominant 4-1 victory over the New Jersey Rangers F.C. This triumph already exceeds the total number of wins recorded by the Knights during the 2011 season, effectively improving their record to 2-0 and earning six points thus far in the 2012 campaign.

The match began with an early score by the Rangers within the first minute of play off the foot of Anthony Moore, which seemed to almost catch the Knights off-guard.

“I’m a little disappointed how we started off the game,” said Head Coach Andreas Lindberg. “I thought it was a little unprofessional to have a goal-against in just 45 seconds, but the boys showed character and came back to score four goals.”

At the 22’ mark the Knights had a free kick at midfield, which was headed forward by Stefan Dimitrov to newcomer Dwayne Reid who was able to deliver a strong shot that found the back of the net from 18 yards out. Not long after, Dimitrov chased down a loose ball near the Ranger goal only to leave a beautifully placed drop pass for Kevin Correa to drive home and give the Knights a one goal lead. No more than three minutes later, Dimitrov ensured the Knights would go into half with momentum as he scored the third goal of the half for the Knights that gave the team a two goal advantage.

The Rangers came into the second half with a vengeance, giving the Knights all they could handle on both sides of the ball. Though goalkeeper Stefan Manz ensured the lead for Brooklyn as he stopped all three shots put on goal during the half, and stopped 9 of the 10 he faced throughout the contest. Midfielder Kyle Schlesinger recorded one more unassisted goal in the second half to seal win, which marked the second consecutive victory for the Knights.

“Obviously I’m thrilled with the result of getting six points in our first two games,” said Lindberg. “Areas we still need to improve on are our defensive shape and aggressiveness at some points, but that’s stuff that we’re definitely looking to improve on during the week.”

The Knights will be traveling to Pembroke, Bermuda for their third game of the year, a May 20 match against the Bermuda Hogges FC at the Bermuda Athletic Association Stadium.

The Brooklyn Knights PDL was founded in 1999 and is currently a member of the United Soccer League (USL) Premier Development League (PDL). Located in Maspeth, NY, the Knights play their home matches at the historical Metropolitan Oval Soccer Complex, which was constructed in 1925 and is the oldest continuously-used soccer field in the United States. Stay current with the latest information about the Knights by visiting www.metoval.net and on following us on Twitter @bklynknightspdl.

Brooklyn Knights @ New Jersey Rangers F.C. Game Stats

Written by Matt Pucci

All players interested in playing for The Brooklyn Knights in the Super Y and Super 20 Leagues are required to register themselves as soon as possible. The Leagues will commence shortly and you will have to tryout before you can be added to a team’s roster. This year, Brooklyn Knights will field teams in the following age groups:

BOYS U-12, U-13, U-14, U-15, U-17

MENS U-20

GIRLS U-12, U-13, U-15

PLAYERS TRYING OUT FOR BROOKLYN KNIGHT SUPER Y TEAMS WILL BE NOTIFIED

VIA EMAIL OF DATES AND TIMES OF THEIR TRYOUTS

ALL TRYOUTS WILL BE AT MET OVAL STADIUM

REGISTER TO TRYOUT TODAY!

Youth soccer athletes increase RMH-LI awareness nationwide
NEW HYDE PARK, NY, April 16, 2012 – Jim Vogt, President and Founder of the Met Oval Foundation generously donated space on his youth soccer teams’ home and away uniforms, including their jerseys and warm-up tops to raise awareness for The Ronald McDonald House of Long Island (RMH-LI).

The Met Oval Foundation’s goal is to train youth soccer athletes for professional play. The RMH-LI logo will be present on uniforms worn by U-16 and U-18 soccer players in the United States Soccer Federation Youth League. The players will compete across the country, covering New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Boston, Connecticut, Florida and Texas. “My hope is that we can help spread the word about RMH-LI not only on a local level, but on a national level as well,” Vogt said. “Philanthropy is very important to me,” continued Vogt. “It is up to us to instill these values in our kids today, as they are our leaders of tomorrow.”

Met Oval’s youth teams have had substantial success with the help of their coaches, who work year-round to prepare them for professional play. They are scouted for the Olympics, World Cup teams, colleges and international club teams. Approximately 60 players will be wearing the logo during their travels. 

“Our partnership with the Met Oval Foundation provides us with a unique opportunity to spread the word about our mission on a greater level,” said Matthew Campo, Executive Director of RMH-LI. “The exposure resulting from this partnership will help us continue to serve families of seriously ill children from all around the world.”



About The Met Oval Foundation:
Founded in 1925, the Metropolitan Oval is the oldest continuously used soccer-only facility in the United States. Metropolitan Oval provides a year-round “soccer-only” training facility in place with top quality playing surfaces, lighted field, and an all-weather field turf — an environment through which players at Met Oval can reach their full playing potential. The Met Oval Foundation consists of seven youth teams ranging from under-11 to under-18. 

The Met Oval Foundation’s mission is to provide a unique opportunity for youth from underprivileged urban areas in New York to participate in our soccer programs; to encourage good sportsmanship; to encourage teamwork; and to learn the necessary skills to play competitive youth soccer throughout the United States & internationally.
To provide exceptional youth soccer players with a challenging program that will offer opportunities to compete in national and international competitions, with a goal that these players will gain exposure to enhance their opportunities to further their development as student athletes at the collegiate level. To learn more, visit www.metoval.net.
 

About The Ronald McDonald House of Long Island:
The Ronald McDonald House of Long Island is the 100th House of over 300 Ronald McDonald House programs worldwide. Located in New Hyde Park, NY, the House accommodates families in a warm and supportive environment. For 25 years, RMH-LI has been a home-away-from-home for over 17,000 families in the United States and more than 80 countries around the world who are dealing with the pain of having a child undergoing medical treatment at nearby hospitals. To learn more, visit www.rmhlongisland.org.

 

 
The Brooklyn Knights are looking for highly skilled soccer players for the upcoming Super Y season in the following age groups. Boys U-12, U-13, U-14, U-15 and U-17 , as well as, girls U-12, U-13 and U-15.
Players interested in participating in the 16 game Super Y season should go to the club web site at www.Metoval.net and complete a registration application. The coaching staff from the appropriate age group will contact the applicant to tryout for their specific age group.
The Brooklyn Knights are the founding members of the Super Y League and play all their games at the legendary MetOval field in Maspeth, Queens.

MetOval Director of Coaching Len Roitman is pictured with NJSA Director and Tab Ramos before today's games at MetOval. Tab Ramos played for Coach Roitman on the US National and Olympic Teams in the 80's. Also pictured are Ruben Diaz Jr. who played one season for NJSA and was coached by Tab Ramos as well as his Father Ruben Diaz Sr. , who is the U-18 Team manager.

In todays action the U-18 Academy defeated NJSA 3-1 on goals by Marcllo Russo, Michael Cooper and John Kowalchuk. In the U-16 game NJSA defeated MetOval 2-0.