Ramapo Valley, u17s just returned from a very successful Kelme cup in Florida. With Tempatures reaching the 80's Ramapo Valley lads took to the field for game one against the NJ Boco Jrs. Ramapo dominated the game out shooting the NJ team 23 to 5. But a slip up in the Ramapo defence saw the NJ boys grab a goal with just 10 minutes remaining and it proved to be the winner. RVSC U17 SPADARO
Game two, saw the Rampo Boys come out to make amends and what a peformance they put in. Playing the talented Miami Lakers SC Ramapo launched attack after attack with some excellent fast moving play. Steven Zacharczyk opened the scoring with a blistering strike on goal, followed up by an impressive corne set piece that saw Robert Stevens taping in at the front post. Zacharczyk got his 2nd in the second half with another fine finish after great work from Puccio and Spadaro in the middle. 3-0 the final score. RVSC U17 SPADARO
Ramapo finished off the tournament on Sunday with another excellent display against the Westeron, SC, Fl, home team. Ramapo had a sluggish opening 10 minutes when Ian Huxel was called into action too often for coach Browns liking, indeed the mandatory water break after 15 minutes was just what the Ramapo boys needed. I few strong words from Coach Brown though put the team back on track and within 2 minutes of the restart Ramapo were 1-0 up through a fine team worked goal ending in Powel scoring and after that the RVSC boys never looked back. Steven Zacharczyk got his 3rd goal of the tournament rounding the keeper to tuck away the 2nd goal of the game. RVSC U17 SPADARO
SUMMER CAMPS 2008, came to an end but what a great summer it has was. GB Soccer trainers and coaches were hard at work providing an excellent summer of fun and development. Irish coaches Derek "Sharpie" Sharp and Gary "Thompo" Thompson were in outstanding coaching form and made a huge impact into the lives of the young soccer players they were teaching. Oscar Galvis, John Lumsden and Andres Gomez added their usual flare and style to the excellent summer programs in the Tri State area. GB Soccer Clinics 2009
RAMAPO VALLEY U18S AND U17S GO WELL AT PDA.
The u17 Spadaro team produced some excellence performances at the November PDA showcase in NJ. A magnificent 3-2 come win against the top rated Match Fit Academy was their opening game. Goals from Pete Weber and two from Steve Zacharczyk was enough to capture a number of top colleges coaches interest.Later that evening under the complex flood lights, the Ramapo Boys again came from behind to capture a 2-2 draw but only for the wood work and some excellent goal keeping by the Lynbrook, NY goal keeper it could have and indeed should have been another 3-2 win. The RVSC players however looked excellent on the ball and showed a desire to win that had the watching colleges coaches excited and eager to catch names and details of the juniors and seniors on display. New RVSC players Robert Stevens and Jordan Demshick scored the goals which brought about the game resulting draw. RVSC U17 SPADARO
Ramapo Valley u18s competed well in the top ranked PDA college showcase NJ over the November thanksgiving weekend. Ramapo boys finished the week end unbeaten with excellent wins over NJ based TSF Academy, Bethlehem Knights, Albany, NY and a very good 3-2 win over the top ranked Deleware side. The Rvsc seniors looked strong and had a belief in themselves which showed up well on the field. Coach Reilly and Brown were delighted with the boys effort and enjoyed the way they played over the two days.GB Soccer teams page
RVSC U17S AND U18'S SHOW UP GREAT IN TOP RANKED COLLEGE SHOWCASE IN BETHSEDA, MARYLAND, IN NOVEMBER 2008.
The RVSC u17s also had a great outing at Bethesda, MD, with excellent performances of new players Senior, Jordan Demichek and Junior, Robert Stevens. Also playing well was a solid outing from Matt Hartke assisted in defense by the hard working and dedicated Zac Croce. Up front Ben Puccio was in fine form while John Spadaro and Kevin Beckly were finding their strides game by game. The u17s had a number of injuries throughout the week end but their excellent showings proved the squad has a lot of depth this year. RVSC U17 SPADARO
RVSC U17's put in an excellent showing at the US Club National Championships.
RVSC U17's perform magnificently in Virginia at US Club National finals. FOR THE US CLUB NATIONALS IN JULY. The team conceded just one goal and returned home with a 1.1.1. record. Defeat in the last game to California side Riverplate meant the NY based team lost out in a place in the final. The result left them in 3rd place over all. GB Soccer teams page
Ramapo Valley SC return from excellent showing in Europe!!
The Ramapo Valley u16s have just returned from a fantastic performance in the highly competitive Foyle Cup, in Northern Ireland. The boys competed against some of the best in the world, German Budislaiga team Aremenia Bielefeld, the South African National Academy, Ajax, Belgium professional team Sporting Lokeren and the champions of the tournament the Irish National Development squad.
The team had a great outing returning home with an impressive 5 wins and 3 defeats. Two of the defeats coming in closing stages of the games and both resulting g in 2-1 loses. Never the less the boys were delighted with their showing as were many of the tournament organizers. Coach Kenny Reilly was just amazed at how well his players performed' " I am so proud of everyone of these lads, they were so professional in their preparation, they have done their Country proud over here in Ireland". Coach Brown was also impressed by the way the players treated the tournament, her said " it would have been easy for them to come over expecting defeats, as it was an international and professional tournament, but they did not do that, they were confident and committed, they did us all proud"
Local keeper watched by EPL team in Ireland Cup, 2007.
Andrew Tartara a goal keeper in the U16 Ramapo Valley soccer club, NY, team has returned home from Ireland where he was playing for his club in a huge international soccer tournament. During the games the staff with the team was approached by a chief player scout from Sunderland FC. The scout has taken all his details and has asked for the team officials for a regular update on Andrew's progress and thoughts about possible visiting the club for a look around. Sunderland under the guidance of ex Man Utd star, Roy Keane, have started their 2007/8 season with a win against Tottenham Hotspur. Andrew is a Albertus Magnus Student going into his senior year.
From the past, GB Soccer teams roll of honor:
March 2007, The RVSC u16s win Memphis top tournament, The John Talley, the final was 0-0 after extra time. Penalty kicks ensued and Andrew Tartara saved the Mississippi ninth penalty while Steven Stewart converted his for Ramapo to win 9-8.GB Soccer teams page
St Thomas Aquinas news:
Stac Men's soccer team win the Pittsburgh / Johnstown College cup in August 2005.
2007 Stac awards night:
MVP : John Lumsden. Coaches Player of the Year : Andres Gomez. Rookie of the year : Christopher Hernandez. Highest Goal Scorer : Gerald Jones. Stac Spartens Leadership award Stac soccer page : Steven Ocampo.
Ramapo Valley, u17s just returned from a very successful Kelme cup in Florida. With Tempatures reaching the 80's Ramapo Valley lads took to the field for game one against the NJ Boco Jrs. Ramapo dominated the game out shooting the NJ team 23 to 5. But a slip up in the Ramapo defence saw the NJ boys grab a goal with just 10 minutes remaining and it proved to be the winner. 
Game two, saw the Rampo Boys come out to make amends and what a peformance they put in. Playing the talented Miami Lakers SC Ramapo launched attack after attack with some excellent fast moving play. Steven Zacharczyk opened the scoring with a blistering strike on goal, followed up by an impressive corne set piece that saw Robert Stevens taping in at the front post. Zacharczyk got his 2nd in the second half with another fine finish after great work from Puccio and Spadaro in the middle. 3-0 the final score. 
Ramapo finished off the tournament on Sunday with another excellent display against the Westeron, SC, Fl, home team. Ramapo had a sluggish opening 10 minutes when Ian Huxel was called into action too often for coach Browns liking, indeed the mandatory water break after 15 minutes was just what the Ramapo boys needed. I few strong words from Coach Brown though put the team back on track and within 2 minutes of the restart Ramapo were 1-0 up through a fine team worked goal ending in Powel scoring and after that the RVSC boys never looked back. Steven Zacharczyk got his 3rd goal of the tournament rounding the keeper to tuck away the 2nd goal of the game. 
SUMMER CAMPS 2008, came to an end but what a great summer it has was. GB Soccer trainers and coaches were hard at work providing an excellent summer of fun and development. Irish coaches Derek "Sharpie" Sharp and Gary "Thompo" Thompson were in outstanding coaching form and made a huge impact into the lives of the young soccer players they were teaching. Oscar Galvis, John Lumsden and Andres Gomez added their usual flare and style to the excellent summer programs in the Tri State area. 
The u17 Spadaro team produced some excellence performances at the November PDA showcase in NJ. A magnificent 3-2 come win against the top rated Match Fit Academy was their opening game. Goals from Pete Weber and two from Steve Zacharczyk was enough to capture a number of top colleges coaches interest.Later that evening under the complex flood lights, the Ramapo Boys again came from behind to capture a 2-2 draw but only for the wood work and some excellent goal keeping by the Lynbrook, NY goal keeper it could have and indeed should have been another 3-2 win. The RVSC players however looked excellent on the ball and showed a desire to win that had the watching colleges coaches excited and eager to catch names and details of the juniors and seniors on display. New RVSC players Robert Stevens and Jordan Demshick scored the goals which brought about the game resulting draw. 
Ramapo Valley u18s competed well in the top ranked PDA college showcase NJ over the November thanksgiving weekend. Ramapo boys finished the week end unbeaten with excellent wins over NJ based TSF Academy, Bethlehem Knights, Albany, NY and a very good 3-2 win over the top ranked Deleware side. The Rvsc seniors looked strong and had a belief in themselves which showed up well on the field. Coach Reilly and Brown were delighted with the boys effort and enjoyed the way they played over the two days.
The RVSC u17s also had a great outing at Bethesda, MD, with excellent performances of new players Senior, Jordan Demichek and Junior, Robert Stevens. Also playing well was a solid outing from Matt Hartke assisted in defense by the hard working and dedicated Zac Croce. Up front Ben Puccio was in fine form while John Spadaro and Kevin Beckly were finding their strides game by game. The u17s had a number of injuries throughout the week end but their excellent showings proved the squad has a lot of depth this year. 
RVSC U17's perform magnificently in Virginia at US Club National finals. FOR THE US CLUB NATIONALS IN JULY. The team conceded just one goal and returned home with a 1.1.1. record. Defeat in the last game to California side Riverplate meant the NY based team lost out in a place in the final. The result left them in 3rd place over all. 
Andrew Tartara a goal keeper in the U16 Ramapo Valley soccer club, NY, team has returned home from Ireland where he was playing for his club in a huge international soccer tournament. During the games the staff with the team was approached by a chief player scout from Sunderland FC. The scout has taken all his details and has asked for the team officials for a regular update on Andrew's progress and thoughts about possible visiting the club for a look around. Sunderland under the guidance of ex Man Utd star, Roy Keane, have started their 2007/8 season with a win against Tottenham Hotspur. Andrew is a Albertus Magnus Student going into his senior year. 
March 2007, The RVSC u16s win Memphis top tournament, The John Talley, the final was 0-0 after extra time. Penalty kicks ensued and Andrew Tartara saved the Mississippi ninth penalty while Steven Stewart converted his for Ramapo to win 9-8.
Stac Men's soccer team win the Pittsburgh / Johnstown College cup in August 2005. 
MVP : John Lumsden. Coaches Player of the Year : Andres Gomez. Rookie of the year : Christopher Hernandez. Highest Goal Scorer : Gerald Jones. Stac Spartens Leadership award