Forging Ahead, Wilmington to Host FC Cincinnati
September 9, 2016 - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Wilmington Hammerheads FC News Release
Wilmington and FCC last met on April 30th, tying 1-1 at Nippert Stadium. Although FCC is currently sitting in third place, the Port City team forges ahead after a 3-0 win against Orlando to fight for a playoff spot. Head coach Mark Briggs stated, "We are so close to making playoffs. It will be a very challenging match against a very good team." He continued, "If we play the way we did against Orlando, we have a great chance of beating Cincinnati and getting closer to a seed in the playoffs. Cincinnati has been at the top of the table all season and they have a lot of talented players, many of whom are former Hammerheads."
*Wilmington Hammerheads FC Notes*
- Current record: 7-11-9, 89 points
- 232 shots, 93 of which have been on goal
- Accumulated 82 saves with an overall .654% save percentage
*FC Cincinnati Notes*
- Current record 13-6-7, 101 pts
- Beat Saint Louis FC on Monday, 2-1
- 310 shots, 141 of which have been on goal
- Accumulated 73 saves with an overall .730% save percentage
*Wilmington Player to Watch*
*#22 Kyle Parker*
- Accumulated 855 minutes in 21 games
- Accumulated 3 goals and 2 assists
- Produced 13 shots, 10 of which have been on goal
With only three games remaining in the 2016 season, Coach Briggs concluded, "The goal all season has been playoffs, and we will continue to fight for a seed this Sunday."
Don't miss all the action as Wilmington takes on FC Cincinnati at Legion Stadium Sunday, September 11th at 3pm. Support Wilmington's only professional sports team and help us celebrate our local first responders! Firemen, Police, and EMTs with a valid ID will receive free admission and discounted tickets for family and friends for this Sunday's match. To learn purchase tickets call 910.777.2111 or visit wilmingtonhammerheads.com. The first 100 fans will also receive a Hammerhead drawstring bag! Don't miss this exciting game and your chance for Hammerheads swag!
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