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Rough Riders Enter Hall of Fame

October 9, 2003 - USL Second Division (USL-2)
Long Island Rough Riders News Release


(Tampa, FL, November 9, 2003) - United Soccer Leagues today announced that The Long Island Rough Riders, along with five other USL franchises, will be inducted into the USL Hall of Fame on opening day of its Annual Operations Meeting November 7 as members of the 10+ Club category. The 10+ Club category, honoring franchises that have operated as members of USL for 10 or more years, is one of four categories in the Hall of Fame. The others include Coaches, Players and Builders, which honors individuals who have forged and built USL and the sport of soccer in North America.

"We have established 10 years as a benchmark for recognition," said USL President and founder Francisco Marcos. "Reaching that plateau is an outstanding achievement in this business and it is important to recognize these clubs and individuals for their dedication and ability to persevere through numerous hardships, which no person or club is exempt from."

Established in 1994, The Long Island Rough Riders did not miss the postseason until 2001, winning the Pro League National Championship in 1995. In 2002, the Rough Riders would return to the third division, where they would win their second championship seven years later under former player turned head coach Paul Riley. The club has been in the playoffs nine times in ten seasons overall. For more information, please visit www.rough-riders.com or call the public relations department at (631) 940-3825.

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