-Morristown Nj,
The future of Morristown 1776 AFC is up in the air. After four years of sub-par play and only one playoff appearance, many of the team's stars have moved on. David Chase, the team's all time leading scorer abruptly left the team in mid-season last summer due to disputes with management. "darkness" Tyquan Griffin has hung up his kit for a promising Hip-Hop career, and all time appearances leader Randao' has reportedly decided to retire.
Player/Manager Dan Clayton has officially resigned the title of manager, His playing status remains uncertain. Ryan Vinton has re-assumed the Caretaker position. If the Continetials look to survive the winter, some things are needed:
- A non-playing coach
- Proven goal scorer
- Depth at Goalkeeper
- Speed in the back line
- Center Holding midfielder
The board of directors are scheduled to have meetings in the next few days, More will be revealed then, stay tuned.
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Tuesday, January 4, 2011
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Match Preview: Clayton gametime decision with injury.
(Hope, NJ)
-Continental’s captain Dan Clayton will be a game time decision this evening with is what is described as a severe strain on the left groin muscle. He has been battling this injury since his two goal outburst several weeks ago. When asked for comment he said in a statement via e-mail that he did not think the injury was as severe as what it is now. He missed training last night to “rest his body and soul”
He also said in conflicting reports that the injury he sustained was not from playing with the County college of Morris soccer team but however, “a lack of fitness “.
We asked current manager Ryan Vinton’s thoughts on the situation:
“Were going to let him warm up tonight and see how he feels” he said “I’m going to get an honest answer out of him. I know he loves to play, but I don’t care if I have to tazer him, if he is still experiencing pain, he’s going to sit. The kid gives me a lot, but with us out of the playoffs there’s no reason to be injured and useless for meaningful games in the spring.”
In his absence from playing, Clayton has been sharpening his tactical awareness by taking control of some formation shifts and substitutions. In last week’s defeat, it seemed like the continentals were playing with a fire not seen since the summer, some supporters have stated. Clayton also stated that “he is in no way trying to take Vinton’s job” as rumors from the board stated Vinton would be fired soon. Clayton also told us “When my playing career is over, I wish to coach and give back everything I have learned to the lads. If we expand to a junior division or a women’s division, I’d give a shot at coaching .”
If Clayton cannot go tonight, Russ Bauer will take captainship and lead an inspired squad with Mike “boo boo” Cheatam and Randao` both coming off subpar games with injuries and illness respectively. Ryan Vinton coming off a good comeback game will look to anchor the defense with Mike Pollock and Dylan Bauer. With an unlucky ringing of the bell, the midfield attack of Brady Macdonald, Mo, and depending on who has the hot hand, Marco or Mark Basso in the midfield and Goal.
Improvement is expected tonight.
-Continental’s captain Dan Clayton will be a game time decision this evening with is what is described as a severe strain on the left groin muscle. He has been battling this injury since his two goal outburst several weeks ago. When asked for comment he said in a statement via e-mail that he did not think the injury was as severe as what it is now. He missed training last night to “rest his body and soul”
He also said in conflicting reports that the injury he sustained was not from playing with the County college of Morris soccer team but however, “a lack of fitness “.
We asked current manager Ryan Vinton’s thoughts on the situation:
“Were going to let him warm up tonight and see how he feels” he said “I’m going to get an honest answer out of him. I know he loves to play, but I don’t care if I have to tazer him, if he is still experiencing pain, he’s going to sit. The kid gives me a lot, but with us out of the playoffs there’s no reason to be injured and useless for meaningful games in the spring.”
In his absence from playing, Clayton has been sharpening his tactical awareness by taking control of some formation shifts and substitutions. In last week’s defeat, it seemed like the continentals were playing with a fire not seen since the summer, some supporters have stated. Clayton also stated that “he is in no way trying to take Vinton’s job” as rumors from the board stated Vinton would be fired soon. Clayton also told us “When my playing career is over, I wish to coach and give back everything I have learned to the lads. If we expand to a junior division or a women’s division, I’d give a shot at coaching .”
If Clayton cannot go tonight, Russ Bauer will take captainship and lead an inspired squad with Mike “boo boo” Cheatam and Randao` both coming off subpar games with injuries and illness respectively. Ryan Vinton coming off a good comeback game will look to anchor the defense with Mike Pollock and Dylan Bauer. With an unlucky ringing of the bell, the midfield attack of Brady Macdonald, Mo, and depending on who has the hot hand, Marco or Mark Basso in the midfield and Goal.
Improvement is expected tonight.
Thursday, January 15, 2009
MATCH REPORT: Bauer Scores as 76 Falls in Indoor Debut
Midfielder Russell Bauer brought Morristown 1776 back into the game from being down two-nil with his 15th minute strike, only to see the Continentals go on to lose 6 – 1.
1776 marked its indoor debut with a strong performance, but several miscues and a referee error saw the game slip away in the dying moments of the game.
“We were experimenting a lot this game, moving guys around and trying new positions,” remarked Bauer on the loss. “The late goals came when we were already down and committed to the attack. We kept two men back and played a soft zone, and they took advantage of some lucky counterattacks. The scoreline doesn’t reflect the match at all.”
In the early part of the match, Morristown closed down opponent Incorporated with tough man-marking and creative midfield played, but that didn’t stop them from eventually conceding two early goals. The third Incorporated goal came off a 1776 clearance that deflected off the referee and fell to an unmarked opponent behind the line of defenders. Fitness became the obvious issue, as the pace and intensity of the Morristown attack fatigued the squad after 30 minutes and Incorporated moved the score to 4-1 due to defensive miscommunication.
Bauer’s goal came while he was playing in the central attack, from a low cross from defender Brian Daire which the goalscorer later described as “brilliant.”
Mike Cheatham set Bauer up with through ball into the box to try and draw the game level. Bauer made contact with the ball but collided with the Incorporated keeper. The referee signaled to play on, despite cries for a penalty.
Cheatham was the only player to be sent off via a yellow card for sliding at the Incorporated goalkeeper. In ISP, yellow cards result in 5 minute send-offs and sliding tackles are illegal.
Michael Pollock and Dylan Bauer had a few great chances on goal in the dying moments of the match from a series of corners taken by Russell Bauer, but could not manage to find the back of the net.
Morristown will continue play in the ISP next week, match date/time TBD.
LEADERS
Goals: R. Bauer (1)
Assists: B. Daire (1)
Shots: R. Bauer (9)
Fouls: B. Daire(1), M. Cheatham(1)
Saves: M. Cavallaro (?)
Yellow: M. Cheatham (1)
Red: (0)
1776 marked its indoor debut with a strong performance, but several miscues and a referee error saw the game slip away in the dying moments of the game.
“We were experimenting a lot this game, moving guys around and trying new positions,” remarked Bauer on the loss. “The late goals came when we were already down and committed to the attack. We kept two men back and played a soft zone, and they took advantage of some lucky counterattacks. The scoreline doesn’t reflect the match at all.”
In the early part of the match, Morristown closed down opponent Incorporated with tough man-marking and creative midfield played, but that didn’t stop them from eventually conceding two early goals. The third Incorporated goal came off a 1776 clearance that deflected off the referee and fell to an unmarked opponent behind the line of defenders. Fitness became the obvious issue, as the pace and intensity of the Morristown attack fatigued the squad after 30 minutes and Incorporated moved the score to 4-1 due to defensive miscommunication.
Bauer’s goal came while he was playing in the central attack, from a low cross from defender Brian Daire which the goalscorer later described as “brilliant.”
Mike Cheatham set Bauer up with through ball into the box to try and draw the game level. Bauer made contact with the ball but collided with the Incorporated keeper. The referee signaled to play on, despite cries for a penalty.
Cheatham was the only player to be sent off via a yellow card for sliding at the Incorporated goalkeeper. In ISP, yellow cards result in 5 minute send-offs and sliding tackles are illegal.
Michael Pollock and Dylan Bauer had a few great chances on goal in the dying moments of the match from a series of corners taken by Russell Bauer, but could not manage to find the back of the net.
Morristown will continue play in the ISP next week, match date/time TBD.
LEADERS
Goals: R. Bauer (1)
Assists: B. Daire (1)
Shots: R. Bauer (9)
Fouls: B. Daire(1), M. Cheatham(1)
Saves: M. Cavallaro (?)
Yellow: M. Cheatham (1)
Red: (0)
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Clayton Makes a Bold Statement
Hope(NJ)- Continentals Captain Dan Clayton, or to club supporters simply "Red" held a press conference this evening on the eve of the team's first indoor season.
Speaking with team officials, media and club supporters he had this to say....
" I know this is a team of individuals coming together for a common goal to help win. But lads, if manager Vinton will put me in the position I will lead the team in points this indoor season and do everything it takes to win." He also said "I will accept most of the blame for the infertility of the fall season, we have plenty of opportunities for the spring and I think with some of the new personnel, we will still make the playoffs like I said earlier in the year."
Is this man the new Nostradamus, Joe Namath,or just an Irish Rambling Drunk?, We'll see if this young man can cash in.
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