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Republic FC to Spotlight Region’s Teachers for Honor Our Educators Match on August 28
Sacramento Republic FC will celebrate the dedicated work of the region’s teachers and support staff during “Honor Our Educators Night” at Heart Health Park when the team hosts San Diego Loyal SC on Saturday, August 28. To show its appreciation, the club is offering all teachers in the Greater Sacramento Region access to a complimentary ticket to the game, subject to availability, which can be redeemed by August 25.
Sacramento Republic FC will celebrate the dedicated work of the region’s teachers and support staff during “Honor Our Educators Night” at Heart Health Park when the team hosts San Diego Loyal SC on Saturday, August 28. To show its appreciation, the club is offering all teachers in the Greater Sacramento Region access to a complimentary ticket to the game, subject to availability, which can be redeemed by August 25.
The Indomitable Club will also honor the 15 teachers who were nominated for the 2022 Sacramento County Teacher of the Year award during an on-field ceremony at halftime. The program, which has been around since 1973, recognizes excellence in teaching within the county’s schools.
The Indomitable Club will also honor the 15 teachers who were nominated for the 2022 Sacramento County Teacher of the Year award during an on-field ceremony at halftime. The program, which has been around since 1973, recognizes excellence in teaching within the county’s schools.
“Honor Our Educators Night is an opportunity to recognize and thank teachers for the immense work they do on a daily basis, especially in the middle of a pandemic,” said Republic FC President and General Manager Todd Dunivant. “Teachers play a critical role in shaping our youngest generation, and we’re proud to honor our local educators as a small thank you for their enormous impact.”
“Honor Our Educators Night is an opportunity to recognize and thank teachers for the immense work they do on a daily basis, especially in the middle of a pandemic,” said Republic FC President and General Manager Todd Dunivant. “Teachers play a critical role in shaping our youngest generation, and we’re proud to honor our local educators as a small thank you for their enormous impact.”
As part of the salute to the region’s educators, the Indomitable Club will also host several booths focused on science, technology, engineering, and math. The interactive displays will be on the concourse pre-match and during halftime.
Complimentary tickets are subject to availability – be sure to redeem yours today at www.sacrepublicfc.com/HonorOurEducators.
Gates will open at 7:00 p.m. and Republic FC will kickoff against San Diego Loyal SC at 8:00 p.m.
As part of the salute to the region’s educators, the Indomitable Club will also host several booths focused on science, technology, engineering, and math. The interactive displays will be on the concourse pre-match and during halftime.
Complimentary tickets are subject to availability – be sure to redeem yours today at www.sacrepublicfc.com/HonorOurEducators.
Gates will open at 7:00 p.m. and Republic FC will kickoff against San Diego Loyal SC at 8:00 p.m.
Around the Leagues: European Soccer Kicks Off
Exciting scenes were aplenty across the beautiful game this past weekend, as European competition ramped up while top leagues in the United States continued on. Underdogs came through both domestically and abroad, while division leaders remained ahead of the pack in their respective playoff races.
Exciting scenes were aplenty across the beautiful game this past weekend, as European competition ramped up while top leagues in the United States continued on. Underdogs came through both domestically and abroad, while division leaders remained ahead of the pack in their respective playoff races.
USL Championship
USL Championship
It was an eventful week of USL action aside from Republic FC’s win over Las Vegas on Saturday.
It was an eventful week of USL action aside from Republic FC’s win over Las Vegas on Saturday.
Oakland Roots took three points for the first time since May, putting down LA Galaxy II for the second time this season. The victory will give Oakland some much needed confidence as they go into a tough stretch of four matches in 11 days, beginning with August 18 at New Mexico United.
El Paso Locomotive claimed points in their ninth straight contest, playing to a 1-1 draw with New Mexico United. While the result ends their four-match win streak, the Texas club still holds a commanding lead in the Mountain Division, sitting 10 points ahead of Colorado Springs and staying put as the only USL Club with one loss this season.
Oakland Roots took three points for the first time since May, putting down LA Galaxy II for the second time this season. The victory will give Oakland some much needed confidence as they go into a tough stretch of four matches in 11 days, beginning with August 18 at New Mexico United.
El Paso Locomotive claimed points in their ninth straight contest, playing to a 1-1 draw with New Mexico United. While the result ends their four-match win streak, the Texas club still holds a commanding lead in the Mountain Division, sitting 10 points ahead of Colorado Springs and staying put as the only USL Club with one loss this season.
With Louisville City FC’s 2-1 win over FC Tulsa, the Kentucky side takes over as league points leader from El Paso. Behind a brace from Cameron Lancaster, who finished the week second in goals scored this season, the club secured their fourth straight win and will look to make it five when they take on OKC Energy on Sunday.
With Louisville City FC’s 2-1 win over FC Tulsa, the Kentucky side takes over as league points leader from El Paso. Behind a brace from Cameron Lancaster, who finished the week second in goals scored this season, the club secured their fourth straight win and will look to make it five when they take on OKC Energy on Sunday.
English Premier League
English Premier League
The 2021-22 edition of the top flight of English football kicked off this weekend with a full slate of games. In the opening match on Friday, Brentford took down Arsenal at home in a 2-0 result. The contest was Brentford’s first ever in the Premier League since its inception in 1992, and first match in the top flight of English football since 1947. While Arsenal would outshoot Brentford 22-8, scores from Sergi Canos and Christian Norgaard would accompany strong defensive play for the Bees.
Manchester United handily took down Leeds United on Saturday, scoring five times to become the first club in Premier League history to take three points in their season opener 20 times. Three of the Red Devils’ scores would come from the foot of Bruno Fernandes, and four of the five would be assisted by Paul Pogba.
The 2021-22 edition of the top flight of English football kicked off this weekend with a full slate of games. In the opening match on Friday, Brentford took down Arsenal at home in a 2-0 result. The contest was Brentford’s first ever in the Premier League since its inception in 1992, and first match in the top flight of English football since 1947. While Arsenal would outshoot Brentford 22-8, scores from Sergi Canos and Christian Norgaard would accompany strong defensive play for the Bees.
Manchester United handily took down Leeds United on Saturday, scoring five times to become the first club in Premier League history to take three points in their season opener 20 times. Three of the Red Devils’ scores would come from the foot of Bruno Fernandes, and four of the five would be assisted by Paul Pogba.
Major League Soccer
Major League Soccer
Sporting KC took a 2-0 result from FC Dallas over the weekend, keeping them ahead of Seattle for the top spot in the west. Hungarian striker Daniel Salloi bagged his 11th goal of the season for the Midwest club, moving him into fourth in league scoring this season and just two behind current golden boot leader Raul Ruidiaz.
Colorado Rapids came away victorious in a Saturday meeting with Houston Dynamo. With the win, Colorado claimed points in their third straight match and kept pace with LA Galaxy as the Rapids look to improve their position in the standings.
Sporting KC took a 2-0 result from FC Dallas over the weekend, keeping them ahead of Seattle for the top spot in the west. Hungarian striker Daniel Salloi bagged his 11th goal of the season for the Midwest club, moving him into fourth in league scoring this season and just two behind current golden boot leader Raul Ruidiaz.
Colorado Rapids came away victorious in a Saturday meeting with Houston Dynamo. With the win, Colorado claimed points in their third straight match and kept pace with LA Galaxy as the Rapids look to improve their position in the standings.
National Women's Soccer League
National Women’s Soccer League
Orlando Pride ended Portland Thorns’ four-match win streak on Saturday, securing a point in a 1-1 draw with the Oregon club despite being outshot 17-8. Portland still sits in first place and five points ahead of North Carolina Courage for the best record in the league.
Houston and Washington played to a 2-2 draw on Friday. The result keeps Washington in possession of the final playoff spot Houston picks up points but could have raised into a playoff spot with a victory.
Orlando Pride ended Portland Thorns’ four-match win streak on Saturday, securing a point in a 1-1 draw with the Oregon club despite being outshot 17-8. Portland still sits in first place and five points ahead of North Carolina Courage for the best record in the league.
Houston and Washington played to a 2-2 draw on Friday. The result keeps Washington in possession of the final playoff spot Houston picks up points but could have raised into a playoff spot with a victory.
Republic FC’s Cameron Iwasa Earns Team of the Week Selection
Sacramento, Calif. – On Tuesday, the USL Championship announced Republic FC‘s Cameron Iwasa was named to the Week 17 Team of the Week for his performance in the Club’s 2-1 win over Las Vegas Lights FC on Saturday.
Iwasa scored twice in the 48th and 72nd minutes to secure the Indomitable Club a comeback victory after falling behind 1-0 in the 20th minute. His brace is the third of the season for a Republic FC player, following Tucker Bone against Las Vegas on July 14 and Luis Felipe against New York on July 31, and the ninth of his career.
His offensive performance earned him a spot on the Team of the Week Bench. Iwasa recorded eight of the club’s 24 shots for the match, while also putting three shots on goal and leading all players with three blocked shots on the defensive end. His two scores, the 53rd and 54th of his career, also moved him into sole possession of 8th place on the USL all-time scoring list and fifth among active players.
Cameron’s selection is the seventh for the club this season. He last earned the honor in Week 8 last season after tallying his 50th career score in a 3-1 win over Tacoma Defiance.
Iwasa’s 72nd minute game-winner has been nominated for Week 17 Goal of the Week. Voting is open now and runs through Thursday, August 19 at 9 a.m. PT at USLChampionship.com.
The boys in Old Glory Red are back in action on Saturday, August 21, when the squad travels to Arizona for their third meeting of the season with Phoenix Rising FC. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. and the match will be broadcast locally on KQCA My58 and in Spanish on Estrella TV Sacramento, as well as streaming live on ESPN+. Republic FC return home the following weekend to host San Diego Loyal SC on “Honor our Educators Night” at Heart Health Park. Tickets are available at here.
Sacramento, Calif. – On Tuesday, the USL Championship announced Republic FC‘s Cameron Iwasa was named to the Week 17 Team of the Week for his performance in the Club’s 2-1 win over Las Vegas Lights FC on Saturday.
Iwasa scored twice in the 48th and 72nd minutes to secure the Indomitable Club a comeback victory after falling behind 1-0 in the 20th minute. His brace is the third of the season for a Republic FC player, following Tucker Bone against Las Vegas on July 14 and Luis Felipe against New York on July 31, and the ninth of his career.
His offensive performance earned him a spot on the Team of the Week Bench. Iwasa recorded eight of the club’s 24 shots for the match, while also putting three shots on goal and leading all players with three blocked shots on the defensive end. His two scores, the 53rd and 54th of his career, also moved him into sole possession of 8th place on the USL all-time scoring list and fifth among active players.
Cameron’s selection is the seventh for the club this season. He last earned the honor in Week 8 last season after tallying his 50th career score in a 3-1 win over Tacoma Defiance.
Iwasa’s 72nd minute game-winner has been nominated for Week 17 Goal of the Week. Voting is open now and runs through Thursday, August 19 at 9 a.m. PT at USLChampionship.com.
The boys in Old Glory Red are back in action on Saturday, August 21, when the squad travels to Arizona for their third meeting of the season with Phoenix Rising FC. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. and the match will be broadcast locally on KQCA My58 and in Spanish on Estrella TV Sacramento, as well as streaming live on ESPN+. Republic FC return home the following weekend to host San Diego Loyal SC on “Honor our Educators Night” at Heart Health Park. Tickets are available at here.
Vote Now: Iwasa’s First Goal is Nominated for Goal of the Week
SACRAMENTO, California (August 16, 2021) – Cam Iwasa’s opening goal from Saturday’s 2-1 home win over Las Vegas Lights FC has been nominated for USL Fans’ Choice Goal of the Week for Week 17. Voting is now open and runs through Thursday, August 19 at 9:00 a.m. PST at USLChampionship.com.
SACRAMENTO, California (August 16, 2021) – Cam Iwasa’s opening goal from Saturday’s 2-1 home win over Las Vegas Lights FC has been nominated for USL Fans’ Choice Goal of the Week for Week 17. Voting is now open and runs through Thursday, August 19 at 9:00 a.m. PST at USLChampionship.com.
The buildup started with Mario Penagos dispossessing Las Vegas in the attacking midfield before playing the ball into space on the left side to Darek Formella, who threaded the ball into Iwasa. Surrounded by defenders, Iwasa rocketed a second touch off his left food into the back of the net for the equalizer.
The buildup started with Mario Penagos dispossessing Las Vegas in the attacking midfield before playing the ball into space on the left side to Darek Formella, who threaded the ball into Iwasa. Surrounded by defenders, Iwasa rocketed a second touch off his left food into the back of the net for the equalizer.
With the strike, Iwasa added to his all-time club goals record and found the back of the net for the first time since June 2. This marks the third Fans’ Goal of the Week nomination for the Indomitable Club in four weeks after Nabi Kibunguchy took Week 14 honors and Luis Felipe was crowned for Week 15.
Republic FC is back on the road this weekend for a Saturday showdown in the desert with Phoenix Rising FC. The 7:30 p.m. PT kickoff will be broadcast on KQCA, My58, Estrella TV Sacramento (Spanish) and ESPN+.
With the strike, Iwasa added to his all-time club goals record and found the back of the net for the first time since June 2. This marks the third Fans’ Goal of the Week nomination for the Indomitable Club in four weeks after Nabi Kibunguchy took Week 14 honors and Luis Felipe was crowned for Week 15.
Republic FC is back on the road this weekend for a Saturday showdown in the desert with Phoenix Rising FC. The 7:30 p.m. PT kickoff will be broadcast on KQCA, My58, Estrella TV Sacramento (Spanish) and ESPN+.
Match Recap: Republic FC 2-1 Las Vegas Lights FC
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (August 14, 2021) – Sacramento Republic FC returned to Heart Health Park on Saturday against Las Vegas Lights FC and secured a 2-1 win with three more points in the Pacific Division race. Cam Iwasa nabbed his ninth career brace in the come from behind win.
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (August 14, 2021) – Sacramento Republic FC returned to Heart Health Park on Saturday against Las Vegas Lights FC and secured a 2-1 win with three more points in the Pacific Division race. Cam Iwasa nabbed his ninth career brace in the come from behind win.
The Darek Formella to Iwasa connection turned into two early quality chances for the Indomitable Club within the first 17 minutes. Iwasa finished the night with a game-high eight shots, including a game-high four in the first half.
“We're pleased with the result,” head coach Mark Briggs said, “but for me, I'm more pleased with the collective performance. I felt tonight the collective performance from everybody, with and without the ball, was the best it's been this year. And I think you saw the amount of chances we created in the first half and then continued to create in the second half. I’m just really pleased with the collective performance of everybody."
Despite going down a goal in the 20th minute, the Indomitable Club’s offensive pursuit would not waver.
A higher midfield and aggressive wing play from the opening whistle allowed the Boys in Old Glory Red to control possession in the first 45 minutes with a 13-1 shot advantage. Duke Lacroix made his 100th USL appearance and wore the Captain’s armband on Saturday, going for goal early in the ninth minute to record Republic FC’s first of 13 first-half shots.
SRFC’s shot tally reached 10 thanks to five attempts at Las Vegas in a seven-minute span late in the half, culminating with a right footed attempt from Kharlton Belmar in the 38th minute.
The persistence of the Formella-Iwasa tandem paid off shortly after the resumption of play, as Iwasa padded his all-time goals record with an equalizer from Formella to the top corner in the 48th minute. It was Formella’s third assist of the year and Iwasa’s first goal since June 2 against Oakland Roots SC.
Refreshing faces made their ways onto the pitch in the 2-1 win, including Maalique Foster, Rafael Jauregui and Jaime Villarreal. Foster and Villarreal returned from the injury list, while Jauregui recorded his third appearance of the season.
Villarreal was part of a busy and impressive midfield unit with Luis Felipe and Mario Penagos, whose high positioning from the opening whistle allowed for Republic FC to control the pace and possession of the game from whistle to whistle.
Republic FC continued creating chances that ended with the ball in the box, replicating the first half’s late surge of shots with five shots in three minutes. Three of the five shots in the second-half push occurred within the penalty area, with Belmar accounting for two of the three.
Iwasa later cemented the Indomitable Club’s second consecutive home brace with a chip to the back of the net in the 73rd minute from Felipe. With career goal number 54 and the game winner, the Sacramento native moves into eighth on the USL Championship all-time scoring list.
With three more points in hand, the Boys in Old Glory Red face a tall task next Saturday with a 7:30 p.m. kickoff at Phoenix Rising FC on ESPN+.
Sacramento Republic FC 2-1 Las Vegas Lights FC
USL Championship
Heart Health Park, Sacramento, California
August 14, 2021
Scoring Summary: SAC – Felipe (own goal) 20’; SAC – Iwasa (Formella) 48’; SAC – Iwasa (Felipe) 73’
Misconduct Summary: LV – Molina (caution) 25’; SAC – Villarreal (caution) 66’
Sacramento Republic FC: Tomas Gomez, Shannon Gomez, Dan Casey, Hayden Sargis, Duke Lacroix, Jaime Villarreal (Pete Pennanen 70’), Mario Penagos (Fatai Alashe 82’), Luis Felipe, Darek Formella (Rafael Jauregui 89’), Kharlton Belmar (Maalique Foster 82’), Cam Iwasa
Unused substitutes: Rafael Diaz, Julian Chavez, Nabi Kibunguchy
Stats – Shots: 24, Shots on Goal: 9, Saves: 2, Fouls: 12, Corner Kicks: 6 Offsides: 1.
Las Vegas Lights FC: Alex Rando, Tony Leon, Armando Avila, Chenenye “CC” Uche, Eric Iloski, Roberto Molina (Michael Yeboah 83’), Frank Daroma (Christopher Jaime ’75), Nathan Sepulveda, Cal Jennings (Christian Torres 60’), Bryce Duke (Bruce El-Masaari ’75), Danny Musovski (Danny Trejo 60’)
Unused substitutes: Donovan Palomares, Diego Rosales
Stats – Shots: 5, Shots on Goal: 2, Saves: 7, Fouls: 11, Corner Kicks: 6, Offsides: 3.
The Darek Formella to Iwasa connection turned into two early quality chances for the Indomitable Club within the first 17 minutes. Iwasa finished the night with a game-high eight shots, including a game-high four in the first half.
“We’re pleased with the result,” head coach Mark Briggs said, “but for me, I’m more pleased with the collective performance. I felt tonight the collective performance from everybody, with and without the ball, was the best it’s been this year. And I think you saw the amount of chances we created in the first half and then continued to create in the second half. I’m just really pleased with the collective performance of everybody.“
Despite going down a goal in the 20th minute, the Indomitable Club’s offensive pursuit would not waver.
A higher midfield and aggressive wing play from the opening whistle allowed the Boys in Old Glory Red to control possession in the first 45 minutes with a 13-1 shot advantage. Duke Lacroix made his 100th USL appearance and wore the Captain’s armband on Saturday, going for goal early in the ninth minute to record Republic FC’s first of 13 first-half shots.
SRFC’s shot tally reached 10 thanks to five attempts at Las Vegas in a seven-minute span late in the half, culminating with a right footed attempt from Kharlton Belmar in the 38th minute.
The persistence of the Formella-Iwasa tandem paid off shortly after the resumption of play, as Iwasa padded his all-time goals record with an equalizer from Formella to the top corner in the 48th minute. It was Formella’s third assist of the year and Iwasa’s first goal since June 2 against Oakland Roots SC.
Refreshing faces made their ways onto the pitch in the 2-1 win, including Maalique Foster, Rafael Jauregui and Jaime Villarreal. Foster and Villarreal returned from the injury list, while Jauregui recorded his third appearance of the season.
Villarreal was part of a busy and impressive midfield unit with Luis Felipe and Mario Penagos, whose high positioning from the opening whistle allowed for Republic FC to control the pace and possession of the game from whistle to whistle.
Republic FC continued creating chances that ended with the ball in the box, replicating the first half’s late surge of shots with five shots in three minutes. Three of the five shots in the second-half push occurred within the penalty area, with Belmar accounting for two of the three.
Iwasa later cemented the Indomitable Club’s second consecutive home brace with a chip to the back of the net in the 73rd minute from Felipe. With career goal number 54 and the game winner, the Sacramento native moves into eighth on the USL Championship all-time scoring list.
With three more points in hand, the Boys in Old Glory Red face a tall task next Saturday with a 7:30 p.m. kickoff at Phoenix Rising FC on ESPN+.
Sacramento Republic FC 2-1 Las Vegas Lights FC
USL Championship
Heart Health Park, Sacramento, California
August 14, 2021
Scoring Summary: SAC – Felipe (own goal) 20’; SAC – Iwasa (Formella) 48’; SAC – Iwasa (Felipe) 73’
Misconduct Summary: LV – Molina (caution) 25’; SAC – Villarreal (caution) 66’
Sacramento Republic FC: Tomas Gomez, Shannon Gomez, Dan Casey, Hayden Sargis, Duke Lacroix, Jaime Villarreal (Pete Pennanen 70’), Mario Penagos (Fatai Alashe 82’), Luis Felipe, Darek Formella (Rafael Jauregui 89’), Kharlton Belmar (Maalique Foster 82’), Cam Iwasa
Unused substitutes: Rafael Diaz, Julian Chavez, Nabi Kibunguchy
Stats – Shots: 24, Shots on Goal: 9, Saves: 2, Fouls: 12, Corner Kicks: 6 Offsides: 1.
Las Vegas Lights FC: Alex Rando, Tony Leon, Armando Avila, Chenenye “CC” Uche, Eric Iloski, Roberto Molina (Michael Yeboah 83’), Frank Daroma (Christopher Jaime ’75), Nathan Sepulveda, Cal Jennings (Christian Torres 60’), Bryce Duke (Bruce El-Masaari ’75), Danny Musovski (Danny Trejo 60’)
Unused substitutes: Donovan Palomares, Diego Rosales
Stats – Shots: 5, Shots on Goal: 2, Saves: 7, Fouls: 11, Corner Kicks: 6, Offsides: 3.
Tucker Bone Medical Update
Sacramento, Calif. — Republic FC Midfielder Tucker Bone suffered a rectus femoris avulsion fracture and underwent a surgical procedure to repair the quadriceps tendon. Team medical staff have determined that the procedure went well, and Tucker will begin his recovery program in the coming weeks. He is expected to miss the remainder of the season.
Sacramento, Calif. — Republic FC Midfielder Tucker Bone suffered a rectus femoris avulsion fracture and underwent a surgical procedure to repair the quadriceps tendon. Team medical staff have determined that the procedure went well, and Tucker will begin his recovery program in the coming weeks. He is expected to miss the remainder of the season.
In Their Own Words: Picking Up Results Creates Confidence
Sacramento Republic FC returns to Heart Health Park on Saturday, August 14 for an 8:00 p.m. matchup with Las Vegas Lights FC. The Indomitable Club has enjoyed success against the Las Vegas side in 2021, and will look to replicate that success after two consecutive draws away from the Capitol City.
Sacramento Republic FC returns to Heart Health Park on Saturday, August 14 for an 8:00 p.m. matchup with Las Vegas Lights FC. The Indomitable Club has enjoyed success against the Las Vegas side in 2021, and will look to replicate that success after two consecutive draws away from the Capitol City.
Republic FC Head Coach Mark Briggs
On training for the team’s third match in 10 days…
“Training has been good. Today was sharp, which is good. But a lot of it's about the recovery from Wednesday night and making sure we're as healthy as we can be going into tomorrow.”
On the team’s growth…
“Picking up results creates confidence. It creates a belief in what we can do. But now we have to build on what we've accomplished, turn the screw and go to the next level.”
On Tomas Gomez’ recent performance…
“It’s great that he's making the save, but that's his job. We all need to do our jobs in order to get results. So, it’s great that Tomas is making those saves in big moments, which he's done all year. Credit for him, and that's why he's the current number one.”
Republic FC Head Coach Mark Briggs
On training for the team’s third match in 10 days…
“Training has been good. Today was sharp, which is good. But a lot of it’s about the recovery from Wednesday night and making sure we’re as healthy as we can be going into tomorrow.”
On the team’s growth…
“Picking up results creates confidence. It creates a belief in what we can do. But now we have to build on what we’ve accomplished, turn the screw and go to the next level.”
On Tomas Gomez’ recent performance…
“It’s great that he’s making the save, but that’s his job. We all need to do our jobs in order to get results. So, it’s great that Tomas is making those saves in big moments, which he’s done all year. Credit for him, and that’s why he’s the current number one.”
Republic FC Duke Lacroix
On grabbing a point in Oakland…
“Anytime we step on the field, we want to get three points no matter who the opponent is. With it being a rival and especially with all the fans that made the trek out to Oakland, we're really appreciative of that. To have a clean sheet and a draw on the road is something positive we can take from the game. I'm going to take that and bring that home with us to put another result together for our fans.”
On Saturday being his 100th USL appearance…
“It’s nice to hit the century mark. It's exciting. I'm pleased with any opportunity I have to play. I know I'm very fortunate to be in this position, to be in a great club, to be in front of fans and to keep striving to be better every single day. Although it's 100, I hope I can treat it like it's day one and I can bring the same sort of energy that I've brought in my entire career to try to do something special on the field every time I step on”
Republic FC Duke Lacroix
On grabbing a point in Oakland…
“Anytime we step on the field, we want to get three points no matter who the opponent is. With it being a rival and especially with all the fans that made the trek out to Oakland, we’re really appreciative of that. To have a clean sheet and a draw on the road is something positive we can take from the game. I’m going to take that and bring that home with us to put another result together for our fans.”
On Saturday being his 100th USL appearance…
“It’s nice to hit the century mark. It’s exciting. I’m pleased with any opportunity I have to play. I know I’m very fortunate to be in this position, to be in a great club, to be in front of fans and to keep striving to be better every single day. Although it’s 100, I hope I can treat it like it’s day one and I can bring the same sort of energy that I’ve brought in my entire career to try to do something special on the field every time I step on”
Republic FC Jaime Villarreal
On this week’s training and coming back after injury…
“Yesterday and today were good to get everybody on the same page. We want to improve from last game. We need to be the team that has possession, the intensity and the ability to press them and play in front of front of the crowd and make it a good match.”
On the anticipation and sense of urgency from being on the bench…
“It’s tough just to be on the bench. My whole thing is just to be a spark off the bench and add energy. I think it’s the same thing for the rest of the guys. This game, we're all looking forward to it. And if we win, we put ourselves in good position.”
On the club’s sense of urgency for in the division race…
“The urgency is to get three points no matter what. We need to make this an advantage. We have the fans and the stadium with us, so we need to make this home.”
Republic FC Jaime Villarreal
On this week’s training and coming back after injury…
“Yesterday and today were good to get everybody on the same page. We want to improve from last game. We need to be the team that has possession, the intensity and the ability to press them and play in front of front of the crowd and make it a good match.”
On the anticipation and sense of urgency from being on the bench…
“It’s tough just to be on the bench. My whole thing is just to be a spark off the bench and add energy. I think it’s the same thing for the rest of the guys. This game, we’re all looking forward to it. And if we win, we put ourselves in good position.”
On the club’s sense of urgency for in the division race…
“The urgency is to get three points no matter what. We need to make this an advantage. We have the fans and the stadium with us, so we need to make this home.”
Republic FC Rockstar Week 2: Mary Beth Kohne
Throughout August, Republic FC and Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Sacramento at Fire Mountain are recognizing the contributions and supports of community members during the pandemic and beyond. Every week a new Republic FC Rockstar will be selected from the fan and community nominations. The Indomitable Club and Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Sacramento are calling on fans to nominate a Rockstar – frontline or essential worker who made an impact during the last 18 months, a veteran or active-duty member of the Armed Forces, a dedicated teacher or passionate volunteer, or one of the countless stories of service, support and indomitable spirit of the region – and share a story of a community champion. A Rockstar will be selected weekly and honored, with a grand prize including a hosted stay at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sacramento and a VIP experience at a Republic FC match.
Throughout August, Republic FC and Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Sacramento at Fire Mountain are recognizing the contributions and supports of community members during the pandemic and beyond. Every week a new Republic FC Rockstar will be selected from the fan and community nominations. The Indomitable Club and Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Sacramento are calling on fans to nominate a Rockstar – frontline or essential worker who made an impact during the last 18 months, a veteran or active-duty member of the Armed Forces, a dedicated teacher or passionate volunteer, or one of the countless stories of service, support and indomitable spirit of the region – and share a story of a community champion. A Rockstar will be selected weekly and honored, with a grand prize including a hosted stay at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sacramento and a VIP experience at a Republic FC match.
El Dorado County Office of Education Occupational Therapist, Mary Beth Kohne has been selected as this week’s Republic FC Rockstar. Her commitment and dedication to finding ways to support and to help families with children under the age of three who have delays in one or more areas of development is rooted in the Indomitable Spirit.
Kohne is described as ‘an angel’ by her clients with whom she works with on a weekly basis to not only help the children but also show parents how to best support their children.
“I am humbled everyday by the parents that I feel are rockstars. They are the ones truly doing this on the day-to-day,” Kohne says. “That is what is so driving to me . The parents are the rockstars and I work with a community that drives and dreams for the children in the community.”
During COVID, Kohne’s commitment was heightened as she transitioned to weekly video calls with families and dropped off special toys and equipment for children to use.
Mary Beth works with children ages 0-3 and helps babies and toddlers with their development while treating them with love and care as if they are her own.
El Dorado County Office of Education Occupational Therapist, Mary Beth Kohne has been selected as this week’s Republic FC Rockstar. Her commitment and dedication to finding ways to support and to help families with children under the age of three who have delays in one or more areas of development is rooted in the Indomitable Spirit.
Kohne is described as ‘an angel’ by her clients with whom she works with on a weekly basis to not only help the children but also show parents how to best support their children.
“I am humbled everyday by the parents that I feel are rockstars. They are the ones truly doing this on the day-to-day,” Kohne says. “That is what is so driving to me . The parents are the rockstars and I work with a community that drives and dreams for the children in the community.”
During COVID, Kohne’s commitment was heightened as she transitioned to weekly video calls with families and dropped off special toys and equipment for children to use.
Mary Beth works with children ages 0-3 and helps babies and toddlers with their development while treating them with love and care as if they are her own.
“I love it because I don’t get daily feedback from parents, but when I hear a parent say I gave them hope… that’s what keeps me going,” Kohne says.
Kohne is another rockstar in the Sacramento community that dedicates her life to helping families and children going through traumatic realizations and changes. She is one of many in her industry that make life everyday easier for families with children with delays in development.
Families in El Dorado County and others around Sacramento area have resources to get a referral for assistance and the help they need for children. To see the El Dorado County Office of Education Special Services, click here.
Nominate a Rockstar in our community now at https://www.sacrepublicfc.com/hardrock.
“I love it because I don’t get daily feedback from parents, but when I hear a parent say I gave them hope… that’s what keeps me going,” Kohne says.
Kohne is another rockstar in the Sacramento community that dedicates her life to helping families and children going through traumatic realizations and changes. She is one of many in her industry that make life everyday easier for families with children with delays in development.
Families in El Dorado County and others around Sacramento area have resources to get a referral for assistance and the help they need for children. To see the El Dorado County Office of Education Special Services, click here.
Nominate a Rockstar in our community now at https://www.sacrepublicfc.com/hardrock.
Republic FC Honors First Cardiac Kid Carter Andrews and Family
During Republic FC’s first-ever Heart Health Night on Saturday, the club will honor 1-year-old Carter as its first Cardiac Kid. The program – one of many initiatives being rolled out by the club following the announcement to rename its stadium Heart Health Park – aims to highlight the stories of young people and their families who are affected by and trying to make a difference in the world of heart health.
At Saturday’s match, the Andrews Family will be treated to the VIP experience at Heart Health Park, and call on fans to donate to the Children’s Heart Foundation. Republic FC has pledged to match up to $1,000 in donations.
During Republic FC’s first-ever Heart Health Night on Saturday, the club will honor 1-year-old Carter as its first Cardiac Kid. The program – one of many initiatives being rolled out by the club following the announcement to rename its stadium Heart Health Park – aims to highlight the stories of young people and their families who are affected by and trying to make a difference in the world of heart health.
At Saturday’s match, the Andrews Family will be treated to the VIP experience at Heart Health Park, and call on fans to donate to the Children’s Heart Foundation. Republic FC has pledged to match up to $1,000 in donations.
For Carter and his mom Laura, Heart Health isn’t just the name of a stadium, it’s an everyday challenge. Two days after Carter was born, his pediatrician heard a heart murmur, and three days later the family learned that Carter has two heart defects – Atrial Septal Defect and Ventricular Septal Defect. He is currently undergoing treatment to try to repair the defects naturally, but the possibility of heart surgery is not off the table.
For Carter and his mom Laura, Heart Health isn’t just the name of a stadium, it’s an everyday challenge. Two days after Carter was born, his pediatrician heard a heart murmur, and three days later the family learned that Carter has two heart defects – Atrial Septal Defect and Ventricular Septal Defect. He is currently undergoing treatment to try to repair the defects naturally, but the possibility of heart surgery is not off the table.
While they wait to figure out their next steps, Carter’s family is taking action by participating in the 2021 Children’s Heart Foundation Congenital Heart Walk. The event – coming up this Sunday – is focused on raising money to fund research on congenital heart defects, which, according to the American Heart Association, affect at least eight out of every 1,000 infants born each year. They are also the leading cause of birth defect-related mortality.
Join in Republic FC in supporting Carter’s Crew in making a lasting impact in the lives of kids like Carter and their families who are affected by congenital heart defects. Donate or join the walk at bit.ly/cardiac-kid-carter.
While they wait to figure out their next steps, Carter’s family is taking action by participating in the 2021 Children’s Heart Foundation Congenital Heart Walk. The event – coming up this Sunday – is focused on raising money to fund research on congenital heart defects, which, according to the American Heart Association, affect at least eight out of every 1,000 infants born each year. They are also the leading cause of birth defect-related mortality.
Join in Republic FC in supporting Carter’s Crew in making a lasting impact in the lives of kids like Carter and their families who are affected by congenital heart defects. Donate or join the walk at bit.ly/cardiac-kid-carter.
