Eagles Host Hogges in Regular Season Finale
Published on August 8, 2007 under United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Charlotte Eagles News Release
(Charlotte, NC) - The Charlotte Eagles Pro Soccer team will host the Bermuda Hogges in the Eagles regular season finale on Friday, August 10th at Waddell Stadium, 7:00 pm. This weekend is the last weekend of regular season games. Richmond, Cleveland, Harrisburg and Charlotte have all clinched a berth in the USL-2 playoffs, but the final seeding will come down to this weekends results.
The Charlotte Eagles have clinched the fourth qualifying position in the regular season to advance to the USL-2 playoffs. Friday night's home game hosting the Bermuda Hogges will have no impact on the final playoff seeding, but a win for Charlotte would be a positive end to the regular season for the Eagles, and put them on a high note heading into playoffs. The Bermuda Hogges are currently the bottom dwellers in the league table, but the Hogges could move up a few spots with a strong finish in their final two games this weekend.
The Richmond Kickers are the defending national champions, who defeated the Eagles in the Championship match last season. Richmond currently holds the first spot in the division, but they will have to defeat the Cleveland City Stars on Saturday night in order to hold onto that spot.
The Cleveland City Stars currently sit in the second place position, but a victory over Richmond on Saturday would give Cleveland first place and the top seeding in the playoffs. A loss would mean second or third depending on Harrisburg's final match performance.
The Harrisburg City Islanders hold the third place position in the league at the moment. Harrisburg will host Crystal Palace Baltimore on Saturday night. Harrisburg has a slight chance at a second place finish to the season if they defeat Crystal Palace and Richmond defeats Cleveland.
New Life 91.9 Summer Tour Stop and FREE Soccer Clinic
The August 10th Charlotte Eagles match at Waddell Stadium is a New Life 91.9 Summer Tour stop. New Life 91.9 will be on location. The evening will kick off with a FREE soccer clinic for kids ages 5-14, followed by the Eagles pro soccer match at 7:00 pm. There is an admission for the Charlotte Eagles match, see below for ticket information.
Season Ticket Holder and Corporate Sponsor Reception
The Charlotte Eagles will be holding a special reception for Charlotte Eagles Season Ticket holders and Corporate Sponsors. If you are a season ticket holder or corporate sponsor, and you have not received an invitation or need to rsvp, then please contact Lauren Kamphuis at lkamphuis@charlotteeagles.com, or (704) 841-8644 x 20. The reception will include a meal provided by Backyard Burgers, and a time to meet and hear from various Charlotte Eagles players and staff. The reception will begin at 6:00 pm and will wrap up at 7:00 pm, in time for the Eagles kickoff. Guests of the reception will be able to watch the game from the tent at field level or return to the stands.
Halftime presentation by Alan Williams
Alan Williams, author of the book "Walk On" and founder of Teammates 1st will be speaking at halftime of the Charlotte Eagles game on Friday, August 10th. Alan was a basketball player at Wake Forest University, with a great story and message of rediscovering the significance of being a part of a team.
"We need more Alan Williamses. He's a prime time player in the game of life. This courageous hoopster redefines success and tells us what being a teammate is all about. Don't miss his touching story - it's awesome baby!"
- Dick Vitale, ESPN / ABC Sports
For more information on Alan Williams visit his website at www.teammatesfirst.org
Ticket Information
Tickets for the Charlotte Eagles event on Friday, August 10th can be purchased in advance online at www.CharlotteEagles.com or by calling (704) 841-8644 x 38. Tickets purchased prior to gameday are sold at a $2.00 discount. General Admission ticket prices: Adults $10, Students (6-18) $7, Children 5 and under FREE.
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