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Rhinos Open Training Camp March 8th

March 3, 2010 - North American Soccer League (NASL)
Rochester Rhinos News Release


The Rochester Rhinos open their 2010 training camp on Monday, March 8 with a practice at Marina Auto Stadium set for a 10:00am start. The fifteen members of the Rhinos current roster plus twenty invited players will be taking the pitch in the first practice of the 2010 season. Following practice General Manager Pat Ercoli, Head Coach Bob Lilley and Assistant Coach Bill Sedgewick will be available for the media.

"After a very busy off-season it is exciting to have training camp right around the corner", says Rhinos head coach Bob Lilley. "We have been diligent in our player selection process and are anxious to get started in shaping our team."

Training continues the week of March 8th at Marina Auto Stadium starting at 10:00am each day. A complete roster of current players and invited players will be released Thursday afternoon.

"We also have a strong group of trialists that will enable us to round out our roster", said Lilley. "Although there is much work in front of us, the foundation is being laid for an excellent squad with a dynamic future."

On Saturday March 13th, Rhinos head coach Bob Lilley is expected to field a mixed roster of Rhinos and invited players as the Rhinos take on the Senegal Soccer Club at 12pm (Noon) in their first pre-season game of 2010. The Senegal Soccer Club is made up of African born soccer players looking to showcase their talents and earn a professional soccer contract. Admission to all Rhinos pre-season matches at Marina Auto Stadium is free and gates will open an hour prior to kickoff. Season ticket representatives will be on hand to show seats and take season ticket deposits.

The Rhinos will begin their 15th season on the road in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Saturday, April 10th, as they take on the Miami FC Blues at Lockhart Stadium. Rochester opens its 2010 home slate at Marina Auto Stadium on Saturday, May 1st, against Carolina.

Rhinos' Pre-Season Game Schedule (Subject to Change)

Date Opponent Venue Time

Sat. March 13 Senegal Soccer Club Marina Auto Stadium Noon

Tues. March 16 University of Buffalo Marina Auto Stadium 6:00pm

Sat. March 20 Montreal Impact Marina Auto Stadium Noon

Sat. March 27 St. Bonaventure Corning Memorial Stadium 7:00pm

Wed. March 31 Colgate University Marina Auto Stadium 7:00pm

Sat. April 3 Toronto FC TBD, Oakville ONT Canada TBD

Rhinos Pre-Season Practice Schedule - Week 1 (Subject to Change)

Monday, March 8

10:00am - 12:00pm Rhinos practice @ Marina Auto Stadium

Tuesday, March 9

10:00am - 12:00pm Rhinos practice @ Marina Auto Stadium

Wednesday, March 10

10:00am - 12:30pm Rhinos practice @ Marina Auto Stadium

Thursday, March 11

10:00am - 12:30pm Rhinos practice @ Marina Auto Stadium

Friday, March 12

10:00am - 12:00pm Rhinos practice @ Marina Auto Stadium

Saturday, March 13

12:00pm Rhinos exhibition match against Senegal Soccer Club

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