Good Bye Lenny Luckett


The Atlanta Soccer Community mourns the loss of Lenny Luckett earlier this week. Lenny was a big part of the ADASL and managed several legendary teams including Aunt Charley's Shooters and Anheuser Busch.
Lenny was a respected attorney, played for the University of Georgia and was know to many a positive character. Lenny was a staple of the Atlanta Soccer Community and ADASL. He went on be be an active member of our referee association and never stopped giving to our community  

Services were Friday 1/29 at Johnson Ferry Baptist Church. 

Many of his old friends attender, including Ted Fourlezos. 

"It was a nice turnout for Lenny Luckett. In late Dec 1979 Lenny calls me up and says let's go to New Orleans for the UGA game national championship. Of course I said yes and we jumped in his 1971 Green Pinto bought a $30 8 track and scored one tape Leonard Skynyrd second helping we made it all the way to New Orleans with no tickets scalped a couple, then traded them with cash and sat 20 row lower level. But in the Notre Dame side. We rushed the field and rest is history. RIP Lenny my only regret is I never went to law school like u wanted so we could have been Luckett and Fouriezos. But in life we were!"

RIP Lenny Luckett




Rovers O-65 win the Florida Classic Tournament!


Rovers Over 65  won the Florida  Classic tournament.  One of the most difficult and prestigious tournaments in the South.  Congratulations to one of the most successful amateur sides around.

"Winning is always fun. But at our age, it is more than about winning:  it is about continuing to play this great game of soccer and enjoying the camaraderie of playing together. " said Bob Gaare spokesman for the team.

Georgia was well represented in the tournament with four other teams. The 55s and 60s both took second place in tough fields of 11 and 10 teams, respectively.

"I was pleased to note that none of you had more than minor knocks, which in itself is a win. I look forward to tournaments" continued Gaare.
If you are wondering who has the trophy, Mike Marcelic has it. He is displaying it at his place of business, Classic Car Restoration in Manchester, GA.





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Atlanta United FC may have to wait a little longer to make their MLS home debut after it was announced on Thursday that Atlanta United FC may have to wait a little longer to make their MLS home debut after it was announced on Thursday that the opening of the downtown Mercedes-Benz Stadium will be pushed three months to June 1, 2017.
According to comments by club owner Arthur Blank to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the delay relates to the design of the structure that supports the retractable roof and video board.
Although Blank told the paper that he “fully anticipates” playing all 17 home matches at the new $1.4 billion, 71,000-seat stadium, the article indicates that “an alternate temporary venue will be lined up in Atlanta for the soccer team if needed.” Season ticket prices are scheduled to be announced in February.
Should they wait to play their home opener in June 2017, Atlanta United FC wouldn’t be the first club to start a season with a lengthy road trip: The Chicago Fire (9-game road trip in 2006), Sporting Kansas City (10-game road trip in 2011) and Toronto FC (7-game road trip in 2015) opened their campaigns with lengthy away slates.
And Toronto FC will once again start their regular-season campaign on the road, with eight matches played away from BMO Field as renovations are completed on their home stadium.
According to comments by club owner Arthur Blank to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the delay relates to the design of the structure that supports the retractable roof and video board.
Although Blank told the paper that he “fully anticipates” playing all 17 home matches at the new $1.4 billion, 71,000-seat stadium, the article indicates that “an alternate temporary venue will be lined up in Atlanta for the soccer team if needed.” Season ticket prices are scheduled to be announced in February.
Should they wait to play their home opener in June 2017, Atlanta United FC wouldn’t be the first club to start a season with a lengthy road trip: The Chicago Fire (9-game road trip in 2006), Sporting Kansas City (10-game road trip in 2011) and Toronto FC (7-game road trip in 2015) opened their campaigns with lengthy away slates.
And Toronto FC will once again start their regular-season campaign on the road, with eight matches played away from BMO Field as renovations are completed on their home stadium.
                                                    Hammers Rovers 60 Florida Classic team
  • United Futbol Academy (UFA) is proud to announce its 1st Annual Adult Tournament – The United Turf Classic.
     
    This tournament is designed for adults – men and women – over 30 and over 40 and will be held on April 9-10 2016. The event is a partnership between UFA and Forsyth County Parks & Recreational Department. The tournament being held at various venues, all in Cumming Georgia!  All games will be played onTURF fields
     
    FORMAT
    • Round robin tournament, with teams guaranteed 3 games minimum.
    • Teams can select to play 7v7 or 11v11
    • Divisions are over 30 and over 40.
    • Over 30 divisions may have a max of 2 players 25 yrs and up.
    • A men event in year 1, but women are welcome.
    • The top bracket in each division will compete for $2500 CASH PRIZE!!
    • Winner of 2nd and 3rd bracket will receive a voucher to cover next years FULL registration.
    • INDIVIDUALS AWARDS for 1st and 2nd place teams, will be given for each age bracket.
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    • Registration is open. All teams that register and pay in full by February 1, 2016 will receive a $50 discount off the registration fee.
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    • On-line registration is quick and easy.  Registration may be paid by MasterCard, Visa or e-check. 
    • If a team withdraws prior to the close of entries, the entry fee will be refunded minus a $25 administration fee. Once the entries close, there will be no refunds.
    • Bring more than 5 teams and get 1 for FREE!
    DEADLINE
    • The tournament application deadline is midnight March 15, 2016. Applications made or paid after the deadline are subject to a late fee of $20.
    • Check in will be on Friday  April 8th 2016 from 6:30pm to 9:30pm at the  South Forsyth Soccer complex (800 Kemp Rd Suwanee Georgia United States 30024)
    The staff and membership of UFA are committed to making the United Turf Classic a unique experience for your team(s) this spring season. 
     
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Georgia Revolution FC, a semi-pro team, invites the very best SOPFC players to open tryouts on Feb 6th!

SOPFC Players Invited to Georgia Revolution FC Tryouts!

Georgia Revolution FC is a semi-professional soccer team that plays in the National Premier Soccer League. The NPSL is recognized as the fourth division of US Soccer with over 80 teams playing around the United States. Since joining this growing league in 2011, the Revolution have qualified twice for the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup and won the Conference Championship.

The Revolution's 2016 Open Tryouts will be held at 10am on February 6th at the RYSA Soccerplex, 1780 Old Salem Road, Conyers GA 30013.

SOPFC are proud supporters of Georgia Revolution FC. We hope that our very best players can make it out to their 2016 Tryouts. Let's show them the grit of some real Sons of Pitches!
 
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The North American Soccer League announced Monday that it has suspended its operation of the Atlanta Silverbacks for the 2016 season and possibly beyond.
“The goal all along has been to secure committed local ownership in Atlanta, but despite significant conversations with a number of interested parties, we were unable to identify a group that could lead the Silverbacks in a direction consistent with the rest of our clubs,” NASL Commissioner Bill Peterson said. “It’s unfortunate, and particularly sad for the Silverbacks’ passionate fan base, which has supported the club tremendously throughout the years.”
Originally founded in 1998, the Silverbacks joined the NASL for its inaugural season in 2011, and were operated by the league last season while it searched for a long-term local ownership group.
“We have made incredible strides in just five short years, and one of the key pillars of our league’s growth and improvement has been the emergence of a group of committed owners who believe in the long-term NASL plan,” Peterson said. “Unfortunately in Atlanta – a market we continue to believe could be successful in the NASL – there wasn’t an ownership group identified that met the very specific standards we hold ourselves to as a league.”
Silverbacks President and General Manager Andy Smith, who had been with the club for four of its five NASL seasons, took a moment Monday to speak on behalf of the organization.
“This is obviously a disappointing day for anyone that has been involved with the club over the years,” Smith said. “The organization created some great memories for the city of Atlanta and its soccer fans, but as we all know, you need ownership to continue on. We appreciate all of the time and effort the league and its owners have invested in their search for long-term Silverbacks ownership – they truly turned over every rock in the process. On behalf of the organization, I want to thank all of our staff members, players, coaches, partners, and most importantly fans for their loyal support.”