Weekly Aztex Notes
Published on May 5, 2015 under United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Austin Aztex News Release
Aztex Host Two Home Games This Week
The Austin Aztex (3-3-1) continue their homestand with a matchup versus Real Monarchs SLC this Saturday in league action. Prior to this matchup, the Aztex will host the All-Air Force Team on Wednesday, May 6 at House Park in a midweek friendly to commemorate Military Appreciation Night.
The first 100 fans at each game will receive that game's collectible poster.
About Wednesday's Military Appreciation Night
The All-Air Force team is comprised of servicemen who chose to join the U.S. Air Force and forgo a chance at playing professional soccer. Tryouts for the team are being held in San Antonio in this month. The match, along with several others the team will play against other clubs, is in preparation for the upcoming U.S. Armed Forces Tournament against the best of the Marines, Army and Navy. The best players from that tournament will move on to represent the nation at the Military Olympics.
The special event on Wednesday, May 6 will feature a friendly match against the All-Air Force Men's Soccer team, a Swearing-in Ceremony, and a mini F-22 jet.
For one match only, the Austin Aztex will don commemorative camouflage jerseys to honor the armed forces on the upcoming Military Night versus the All-Air Force Men's Soccer team on May 6 at House Park.
Over the Weekend: Aztex, OKC Energy FC Battle To 2-2 Draw
The Austin Aztex (3-3-1) came back from an early deficit before conceding an equalizer as they battled to a 2-2 tie versus OKC Energy FC (2-1-2) Friday night at House Park.
OKC forward Danni Konig started the game with an unassisted goal at the 16th minute. Aztex forward Drew Yates drew the game even minutes later when he scored his first goal of the season and then doubled his tally at the 28th minute from a throw-in. The Aztex battled hard, but were unable to maintain the lead when OKC forward and second half substitute Kyle Greig tied the game at the 87th minute.
Quotables
David Markley, Aztex founder and co-owner to Adam Winkler of KEYE regarding MLS Expansion:
"We are glad that Austin continues to be mentioned as a candidate for future MLS expansion. It's both a testimony to our city and what we've achieved so far, and an indication of the work that remains to be done, primarily with respect to a stadium. We've always believed that MLS would expand beyond 24 teams at some point, and the Aztex are committed to working with the city and our supporters to put Austin in the best position for a favorable bid when the proper time comes."
Aztex forward Drew Yates, to Austin American-Statesman after scoring two goals versus OKC:
"Just to kind of get in a groove, you have to get a couple games under your belt," Yates said. "I started getting it back a bit last game. It's all about getting into a rhythm, and that's what I was able to do tonight."
Aztex Announce Mini Plan Ticket Packages
The deadline has passed for the one-time opportunity for fans to purchase full season tickets and join the Aztex Originals. Now, the Aztex are offering three game and five game packages, where fans can pick the games they want to attend. The Aztex have also introduced the half season ticket, which will give fans access to the remaining 2015 season starting June 20.
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