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New Territory as Wilmington Hosts Pittsburgh Saturday

July 27, 2016 - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Wilmington Hammerheads FC News Release


Wilmington, NC - Wilmington will host Pittsburgh Riverhounds to Legion Stadium this Saturday, for the first time this season.

Pittsburgh currently sits with a 2-12-4 record, with 10 points. Wilmington, after a late tie against Orlando City B, sits in tenth place with a 6-7-6 record and 24 points. Head coach Mark Briggs stated, "Every game we play right now is a massive game and Pittsburgh is no different. I think there position in the table doesn't relate to the quality of players they have."

Wilmington Notes

Liam Miller scored the equalizer against Orlando City B on Sunday night, his first of the season. Wilmington recently signed Michael Binns, who played in three Copa America games. Accumulated 66 shots on goal, resulting in 24 goals. Wilmington's goalkeepers have made 65 saves, with a save average of .699%.

Pittsburgh Notes

Accumulated 60 shots on goal, resulting in 15 goals. Pittsburgh's goalkeepers have made 61 saves, with a save average of .685%. Pittsburgh is most known to be a second half team, scoring more goals during the second half of each match.

Wilmington Players to Watch

Liam Miller Strength: Miller is a dedicated player who is all over the field. He is one of the hardest working midfielders for Wilmington. Scored his first goal of the season against OCB. Stefan Defregger Strength: Defregger uses precision to his advantage, finding the right positions at opportune moments. Michael Binns Strength: Binns recently played for Jamaica in three Copa America games. His level of experience is one of his strongest attributes.

Coach Briggs concluded, "It will be a difficult game for us Saturday night, but one we are relishing after a positive result in Orlando." Kick-off is at 7pm at Legion Stadium this Saturday night! Don't miss Wilmington's Christmas in July match against Pittsburgh! Tickets can be purchased online at wilmingtonhammerheads.com or by calling 910.777.2111.

Wilmington Hammerheads FC Professional Soccer USL The Hammerheads are a professional soccer franchise founded in 1996. Competing in the USL, the Hammerheads have grown to be an internationally recognized organization. The USL is the most sophisticated and best operated professional league beneath and in support of Major League Soccer in the United States and Canada. The goal of Wilmington Hammerheads FC is to provide an opportunity for players to develop and reach their goals, while providing affordable family entertainment to Wilmington and the surrounding areas. Wilmington Hammerheads FC Public Relations -Morgan Pare - Wilmington, NC - 910.777.2111

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