Silverbacks Surge into Minnesota #MNUvATLâ=9A=BD
October 24, 2015 - North American Soccer League (NASL)
Atlanta Silverbacks News Release
With two weeks left in the NASL regular season, Atlanta heads to United's NSC Stadium for a Saturday game against a team that has already clinched a playoff spot throughout an impressive Fall Season. These two sides met last month at Silverbacks Park, playing an eventful midweek game featuring two red cards, a Play of the Week chip from Pedro Mendes and a late goal from United's J.C. Banks to give the Loons a road victory in a tight match.
Following Saturday's contest in Minnesota, the Silverbacks will play their Fall Season finale at home against Ottawa Fury FC on Oct. 31. Kickoff for the Halloween match against the Fall Season leaders has been moved to 4 p.m. ET, and tickets are available online or by calling (404) 969-4900.
Paul Black Team of the Week - Silverbacks defender Paul Black picked up another NASL Team of the Week selection for his performance in Week 16 of the Fall Season, bringing his total to five during his debut season in the league. Read more at AtlantaSilverbacksFC.com , where you can also vote for Black and Jaime Chavez for NASL Golden Ball until 5 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27.
Foot Golf with the Silverbacks - 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 25 at Steel Canyon Golf Club in Sandy Springs | The Silverbacks will hit the Foot Golf fairways Sunday afternoon, giving fans a chance to test their skills against the pros while receiving discounted tickets and other giveaways. Signing up for a Sunday tee time with Steel Canyon gives the option for a discounted $10 ticket to the Club's Fall Season finale, plus the opportunity for prizes to the tournament's top performers.
To sign up or hear more information about the event and course, call (770) 390-0424 or visit Steel Canyon Golf Club's website .
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