USL Richmond Kickers

RailHawks replace Mariners on April 7th

Published on March 23, 2007 under United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Richmond Kickers News Release


RICHMOND, VA - (Friday, March 23, 2007) - The expansion USL First Division franchise Carolina Railhawks are slated to replace the Virginia Beach Mariners at the University of Richmond Stadium for the Kickers April 7th exhibition match at 7:00 p.m. Five past Kickers players, Chris Carrieri, McColm Cephas, Kevin Jeffrey, Caleb Norkus and John O'Hara return to face off against their former club.

"The Railhawks have quickly assembled a very competitive and experienced team including many former Kickers players," comments Richmond Kickers Head Coach Leigh Cowlishaw. "The team will no doubt be competing for the USL1 Championship this year. As the USL 2 Champions we look forward to representing our league against such strong opposition this early in the season. This will be an excellent test for our young players and we anticipate an entertaining and attacking game for our fans."

"The Richmond Kickers have a long history of success in the USL," said Chris Economides, President and General Manager of the Carolina RailHawks. "The way they develop their players from the youth level to the professional level is evident in their on-field success, culminating in the USL-2 championship last season. We are proud to have former Kickers on the RailHawks that bring championship experience to our team, one that is about to make its debut in the USL First Division. We are looking forward to this match in Richmond as it will be a good test for our team".

Join the Hunt! Spring Egg Scavenger Hunt

The Richmond Kickers would like to invite your child to join the Hunt! A Spring Egg Scavenger Hunt will be held during halftime at the Kickers season home opener, Saturday, April 7th when the Kickers host the Carolina Railhawks (USL1). Kickoff is set for 7:00 p.m. at the University of Richmond Stadium (just off the Downtown Expressway). Free to children ages four through nine, the Egg Hunt will take place on the field with candy, prizes and more! Registration will take place during the first half of the match, on the main concourse. Limited to first 50 registrants.

Tickets

Regular priced admission will apply for the Kickers vs. Railhawks exhibition match ($12/adult, $7/youth). This home game is included in the Kickers season flexi-pack packages. For season ticket information or to order tickets online, visit www.RichmondKickers.com. The Richmond Kickers match in Virginia Beach on Saturday, March 31st has been postponed indefinitely.

About the Carolina RailHawks

The Carolina RailHawks are a United Soccer League expansion team that will enter the USL First Division in April 2007. The squad will play 14 regular season home games and four additional home playoff and exhibition games each year, with all home games played at SAS Soccer Park in Cary, NC. Under Rochester Rhinos co-owner and USL Hall of Fame inductee Chris Economides, the RailHawks organization was formed in October 2005 and awarded the USL franchise in January 2006.

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