2005 DA Standings

here's predicts for this weekend (4/5 & 4/6). home team is listed first.

Los Angeles
FCG 3 vs Real SoCal 1. note: will be a good test to see if the goal scoring progress RSC made this last weekend is a fluke or not.

Pats 2 vs TFA 2 *match to watch * initially thought this was bug in the algo. but, pats have some good trends going on and TFA has some bad trends. The noise with TFA's coaching staff is definitely an issue but some of the trends are longer term than just that. not sure how long the suspensions of the three players are going to go but missing three starters is also a factor. Will be an interesting match to watch.

LAUFA 1 vs LAG 4 note: if LAUFA does not score early, this one could get ugly.

Santa Barbara SC 1 vs Legends 2 note: both teams have improved significantly plus Santa Barbara is much better at home. however, the improvements seem to be offsetting, so Legends 2-1.

San Diego
Albion 2 vs SDSC 0

Nomads 4 vs OC Surf 4 *match to watch* OC Surf has improved significantly in the last month or so. be interesting to see if it continues. key challenge for Nomads will be keeping a lid on OC Surf's new found goal scoring firepower.

Arsenal 1 vs. Strikers 3

SD Surf 5 vs Albion 1

Strikers 4 vs Nomads 1

note: apologies for lack of SD commentary, but with SD Surf and Strikers being so dominant in SD, Arsenal fading and LAGSD not playing, results this weekend - except for OC Surf and Nomads - are pretty straightforward.
 
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Gracias for the standings. For the record, there’s no algo that can handicap TFAs erratic play as of late. They could win 4-0 or lose 2-1 and I wouldn’t be shocked either way.
 
here's predicts for this weekend (4/5 & 4/6). home team is listed first.

Los Angeles
FCG 3 vs Real SoCal 1. note: will be a good test to see if the goal scoring progress RSC made this last weekend is a fluke or not.

Pats 2 vs TFA 2 *match to watch * initially thought this was bug in the algo. but, pats have some good trends going on and TFA has some bad trends. The noise with TFA's coaching staff is definitely an issue but some of the trends are longer term than just that. not sure how long the suspensions of the three players are going to go but missing three starters is also a factor. Will be an interesting match to watch.

LAUFA 1 vs LAG 4 note: if LAUFA does not score early, this one could get ugly.

Santa Barbara SC 1 vs Legends 2 note: both teams have improved significantly plus Santa Barbara is much better at home. however, the improvements seem to be offsetting, so Legends 2-1.

San Diego
Albion 2 vs SDSC 0

Nomads 4 vs OC Surf 4 *match to watch* OC Surf has improved significantly in the last month or so. be interesting to see if it continues. key challenge for Nomads will be keeping a lid on OC Surf's new found goal scoring firepower.

Arsenal 1 vs. Strikers 3

SD Surf 5 vs Albion 1

Strikers 4 vs Nomads 1

note: apologies for lack of SD commentary, but with SD Surf and Strikers being so dominant in SD, Arsenal fading and LAGSD not playing, results this weekend - except for OC Surf and Nomads - are pretty straightforward.
I guess is fun to read the "predictions" I can't even write the word prediction without laughing.
I heard that TFA is a complete disaster right now, players blaming each other during the game. Now, new predictions could be done based on team new status. Heard that LAUFA beat LA Galaxy badly during the whole game. LAG coach along the Galaxy parents were asking the ref to finish the game 3 min before the end. lol. Hopefully, a video could be shared.
These "predictions" are definitely fun. It takes a minute in the field to overwrite hours of "soccer analysis"
 
I guess is fun to read the "predictions" I can't even write the word prediction without laughing.
I heard that TFA is a complete disaster right now, players blaming each other during the game. Now, new predictions could be done based on team new status. Heard that LAUFA beat LA Galaxy badly during the whole game. LAG coach along the Galaxy parents were asking the ref to finish the game 3 min before the end. lol. Hopefully, a video could be shared.
These "predictions" are definitely fun. It takes a minute in the field to overwrite hours of "soccer analysis"
LAG beat LAUFA 1-0, according to the DA website.
 
LAG beat LAUFA 1-0, according to the DA website.
Well, that is part of the problem. people here judge games/performance/development based on scores. That is WRONG, halo club competition is back on CSL or SCDSL. This is DA.
It is ironic and maybe not everyone will agree, probably most of you will not. But the clubs who develop players the most are; Pats, Strikers, Arsenal, FCGS, Santa Barbara, LAUFA and TFA. Clubs with less development are LAFC, LAG, Surf etc.. When you only recruit the best, the most talented players for your team, you become a selection, leaving away the development fundamentals. Now, if you select the best players but you play up in age and still dominating... Then yes, you are picking the best and at the same time making them better offering stronger challenges. Hopefully, make sense.
 
FCGS defeated Real SoCal 2-0.
I wasn’t there since my son was on his 8th grade trip to Washington DC but I’ll try to get some input this week while at practice.
 
Well, that is part of the problem. people here judge games/performance/development based on scores. That is WRONG, halo club competition is back on CSL or SCDSL. This is DA.
It is ironic and maybe not everyone will agree, probably most of you will not. But the clubs who develop players the most are; Pats, Strikers, Arsenal, FCGS, Santa Barbara, LAUFA and TFA. Clubs with less development are LAFC, LAG, Surf etc.. When you only recruit the best, the most talented players for your team, you become a selection, leaving away the development fundamentals. Now, if you select the best players but you play up in age and still dominating... Then yes, you are picking the best and at the same time making them better offering stronger challenges. Hopefully, make sense.

I took your original comment that the parents were asking for the game to end 3 minutes early because LAUFA was physically beating LAG up. Are you saying that the parents and coach wanted the game to end early because LAUFA was dominating the game soccer wise?
 
I took your original comment that the parents were asking for the game to end 3 minutes early because LAUFA was physically beating LAG up. Are you saying that the parents and coach wanted the game to end early because LAUFA was dominating the game soccer wise?
That is what a heard from a Galaxy parent. Yes.
 
LAUFA 0 LAG 1 that was the final score. One of the best games I'v seen so far this year very exiting from the beginning to the end.
LAUFA was very aggressive from the beginning, LAG had the better chances to score in the first half and capitalize in the first 2 minutes of the second half to score a nice goal. LAUFA continued being very aggressive until the end of the game LAG keeper played an amazing game and stopped at least 3 shots that were going in for sure and they were spectacular saves can't wait to see this 2 teams play each other again.
Note that LAG was missing 3 key players, 1 defender due to suspension for the TFA fight and their strong forward J.O. (injury) that has scored 17 goals for them.
 
here's predicts vs actuals plus commentary where available for this weekend (4/5 & 4/6). home team is listed first.

Several unexpected results with the Nomads doing a number on the algo this weekend with two strong wins, a strong showing by LAUFA against LAG and Albion's match against SDSC.

Los Angeles
Predict: FCG 3 vs Real SoCal 1. Actuals: FCG 2 vs Real SoCal 0

Predict: Pats 2 vs TFA 2. Actuals: Pats 3 vs TFA 2

Predict: LAUFA 1 vs LAG 4 Actuals: LAUFA 0 vs LAG 1 here's commentary from rememberme. Thx!:
"LAUFA 0 LAG 1 that was the final score. One of the best games I'v seen so far this year very exiting from the beginning to the end. LAUFA was very aggressive from the beginning, LAG had the better chances to score in the first half and capitalize in the first 2 minutes of the second half to score a nice goal. LAUFA continued being very aggressive until the end of the game LAG keeper played an amazing game and stopped at least 3 shots that were going in for sure and they were spectacular saves can't wait to see this 2 teams play each other again. Note that LAG was missing 3 key players, 1 defender due to suspension for the TFA fight and their strong forward J.O. (injury) that has scored 17 goals for them."

Predict: Santa Barbara SC 1 vs Legends 2. Actuals: Santa Barbara SC 0 vs Legends 7. here's commentary from ilikefutbol (thx):

"legends put it all together. Previous games they’ve dominated possession but had to struggle to get the W. This day they converted. 2-0 at half. 2nd half came out on fire with constant ball movement and pressure on SB. Hit 2 free kicks from bout 30 yds, last 25 mins was garbage time as they say in the NBA."


San Diego

Predict: Albion 2 vs SDSC 0. Actuals: Albion 6 vs SDSC 1

Predict: Nomads 4 vs OC Surf 4 Actuals: Nomads 1 vs OC Surf 0

Predict: Arsenal 1 vs. Strikers 3 Actuals: Arsenal 1 vs. Strikers 4

Predict: SD Surf 5 vs Albion 1 Actuals: SD Surf 4 vs Albion 1

Predict: Strikers 4 vs Nomads 1 Actuals: Strikers 0 vs Nomads 2


Note: A big weekend for the Nomads with unexpected wins in two tough matches. LR had a brace against the Strikers and RR had the winner against OC Surf. Any more commentary on either match? Both looked like they solid games.
 
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Well, that is part of the problem. people here judge games/performance/development based on scores. That is WRONG, halo club competition is back on CSL or SCDSL. This is DA.
It is ironic and maybe not everyone will agree, probably most of you will not. But the clubs who develop players the most are; Pats, Strikers, Arsenal, FCGS, Santa Barbara, LAUFA and TFA. Clubs with less development are LAFC, LAG, Surf etc.. When you only recruit the best, the most talented players for your team, you become a selection, leaving away the development fundamentals. Now, if you select the best players but you play up in age and still dominating... Then yes, you are picking the best and at the same time making them better offering stronger challenges. Hopefully, make sense.
What is part of the problem? Your post sounded like LAUFA was beating LAG so bad they had to beg for mercy...but LAUFA hadn't even scored!
And on what criteria are you going to suggest which clubs develop players the most? I love TFA, but TFA gets the best players from the jump, because they have the youngest fully-funded teams so they start with the most talent.
On what basis would you say that Arsenal develops players the best? Not according to my eyes.
 
What is part of the problem? Your post sounded like LAUFA was beating LAG so bad they had to beg for mercy...but LAUFA hadn't even scored!
And on what criteria are you going to suggest which clubs develop players the most? I love TFA, but TFA gets the best players from the jump, because they have the youngest fully-funded teams so they start with the most talent.
On what basis would you say that Arsenal develops players the best? Not according to my eyes.
Again, you are judging based on scores. let me ask you this. What are the team feeders for LAFC or LAG? Answer - TFA, LAUFA, FCGS. Why these big clubs are looking for made players? don't they have the top coaches/developers?.
Now, you are saying because they are fully funded, they can scout the best. I agree with you, they are walking a bit faster, no need to teach walking lessons when they could teach running lessons. Fully agree.
The point is this. why do they want the best players in town? just to compete against the same level/competition where these players were taken from... Something here does not make any sense, I really don't see the need to play games like that, losing wouldn't be an option for these teams (being fair), and on top of that, these teams aren't satisfied with player they got (because they don't perform per MLS program), they are always overlooking players for other clubs. really? Are LAUFA ot TFA coaches better than those under "MLS" title? there is nothing personal against any club, it is just a POV of why soccer isn't growing in the US.
MLS Academies should be scouting the best players around, setting up fantastic teams and make them play one or two years up, remember this is DA, not MLS. on MLS, yes all you do is a marketing movement to sell game tickets and jerseys, that is the whole purpose of US soccer. But 14/15 years old player... you need to develop them.
Clubs mentioned above do more development than MLS academy coaches, like it or not. just look how strong is Pats on their older divisions, Galaxy can't compete against them. That is for a reason, not a coincidence. You might be at the Galaxy or LAFC roster and might be so proud to wear the jersey, your clock is running and your son will pay it. Hopefully, you are preparing your son mentally for the hit at the end of the season.
 
What is part of the problem? Your post sounded like LAUFA was beating LAG so bad they had to beg for mercy...but LAUFA hadn't even scored!
And on what criteria are you going to suggest which clubs develop players the most? I love TFA, but TFA gets the best players from the jump, because they have the youngest fully-funded teams so they start with the most talent.
On what basis would you say that Arsenal develops players the best? Not according to my eyes.
I didn't see LAUFA vs LAG game. but in the game, there are two factors to evaluate your progress. One is the score and the other is the game quality. i.e. Pats 05 is the last one in the imaginary Stats table. but ironically, that is the team that in my eyes plays the most consistent, educated and classy soccer. If this team remains together for coup[le more years, it will dominate the region easily. Then, LAFC or LAG will take their players lol.
I also heard that even the goalkeeper got a fault due to the fact he took so long to throw the ball in many times just to eat the time, and also that the coach handed the ball off the field to eat more time, while he was asking the ref to terminate the game. MAybe a Galaxy or Laufa parent can confirm this.
Who won the game?. is the question for you.
 
I didn't see LAUFA vs LAG game. but in the game, there are two factors to evaluate your progress. One is the score and the other is the game quality. i.e. Pats 05 is the last one in the imaginary Stats table. but ironically, that is the team that in my eyes plays the most consistent, educated and classy soccer. If this team remains together for coup[le more years, it will dominate the region easily. Then, LAFC or LAG will take their players lol.
I also heard that even the goalkeeper got a fault due to the fact he took so long to throw the ball in many times just to eat the time, and also that the coach handed the ball off the field to eat more time, while he was asking the ref to terminate the game. MAybe a Galaxy or Laufa parent can confirm this.
Who won the game?. is the question for you.
TFA plays the best brand of soccer at that age, to my eyes.
And Surf better than all of them.
But you haven’t told me how Arsenal has developed players. Like who?
 
here's predicts vs actuals plus commentary where available for this weekend (4/5 & 4/6). home team is listed first.

Several unexpected results with the Nomads doing a number on the algo this weekend with two strong wins, a strong showing by LAUFA against LAG and Albion's match against SDSC.

Los Angeles
Predict: FCG 3 vs Real SoCal 1. Actuals: FCG 2 vs Real SoCal 0

Predict: Pats 2 vs TFA 2. Actuals: Pats 3 vs TFA 2

Predict: LAUFA 1 vs LAG 4 Actuals: LAUFA 0 vs LAG 1 here's commentary from rememberme. Thx!:
"LAUFA 0 LAG 1 that was the final score. One of the best games I'v seen so far this year very exiting from the beginning to the end. LAUFA was very aggressive from the beginning, LAG had the better chances to score in the first half and capitalize in the first 2 minutes of the second half to score a nice goal. LAUFA continued being very aggressive until the end of the game LAG keeper played an amazing game and stopped at least 3 shots that were going in for sure and they were spectacular saves can't wait to see this 2 teams play each other again. Note that LAG was missing 3 key players, 1 defender due to suspension for the TFA fight and their strong forward J.O. (injury) that has scored 17 goals for them."

Predict: Santa Barbara SC 1 vs Legends 2. Actuals: pending

San Diego

Predict: Albion 2 vs SDSC 0. Actuals: Albion 6 vs SDSC 1

Predict: Nomads 4 vs OC Surf 4 Actuals: Nomads 1 vs OC Surf 0

Predict: Arsenal 1 vs. Strikers 3 Actuals: Arsenal 1 vs. Strikers 4

Predict: SD Surf 5 vs Albion 1 Actuals: SD Surf 4 vs Albion 1

Predict: Strikers 4 vs Nomads 1 Actuals: Strikers 0 vs Nomads 2

Note:
A big weekend for the Nomads with unexpected wins in two tough matches. LR had a brace against the Strikers and RR had the winner against OC Surf. Any more commentary on either match? Both looked like they solid games.
Legends put up a touchdown. 7-0.
 
any commentary on why this match was different from last match-ups?
There’s been matches where
any commentary on why this match was different from last match-ups?
legends put it all together. Previous games they’ve dominated possession but had to struggle to get the W. This day they converted. 2-0 at half. 2nd half came out on fire with constant ball movement and pressure on SB. Hit 2 free kicks from bout 30 yds, last 25 mins was garbage time as they say in the NBA.
 
here's predicts for the LA group for this weekend (4/13 & 4/14). home teams are listed first. SD group predicts will follow tomorrow. Some interesting match-ups coming up.

Los Angeles

Real SoCal 0 vs LA Galaxy 1
note: RSC has been having challenges scoring goals and this weekend - against LAG - likely won't be any different. however, RSC is a much better defensive team at home with a strong line in the right direction, so it will also be tough on LAG to score. LAG is still not great playing away, may have still have their leading scorer out w/ injury and may also have a key defender out due to the TFA dust-up (anyone know how long the suspension is for?). So, if Real SoCal can manage to get one early, they might have a shot at an upset. will be an interesting match to watch.

TFA 0 vs FCG 2
note: TFA's challenges are well known at this point. They have three starters who have been out on suspension for a while, maybe one more player - their leading scorer - also out due to a questionable set of yellows - and two other starters out on injury. Evidently, there's a new coach as well. When it rains it pours... The u13's seem to have stabilized a bit last week in their win over the Pats, so maybe it's an opportunity for the u14's to do so as well this week. Having said that, FCG is tough and has improved significantly on both sides of the ball over the course of the season. FCG for the win, but if TFA can keep it close, that's probably a good first step to getting back on track.

LAFC 1 vs Legends 0 *match to watch*
note: the last two times these teams played, the result was 1-0 and 2-1, both LAFC, respectively. LAFC's offense has been on a consistent decline at home games and they've been having some injuries to their goal scorers. But, they have one of the top defenses in the country and a likely national team center mid. On the other hand, the Legends also have a shutdown defense but had been having challenges scoring goals. However, the Legends just wrapped a match where they were firing on all cylinders for 7-0 rout against Santa Barbara SC (previous matches had been 3-1 and 1-0 Legends), maybe this weekend is the weekend. Normally, would say this would be a key match for US scouts, but the Legends have five non-US nationals (plus two 04s) who are key players for the team, so would be willing to bet that SVdMVS puts in an appearance at this match.


Santa Barbara SC 2 vs LAUFA 2

note: Santa Barbara had been a pretty solid team at home with steady improvement but took a step backward this last weekend against the Legends. These teams have some interesting results in their last two matches - a 3-2 win for LAUFA at home and a 5-2 win for Santa Barbara at home. LAUFA's goal scoring has been the key issue for them this year, with their primary strategy to try to get the ball quickly to #9 for early goals. If this doesn't work, LAUFA hasn't had a Plan B. The algo is calling this a tie but results could swing widely either way.

San Diego

Albion 1 vs SD Surf 5

note: last match was 4-1 (last weekend) but MMG was held scoreless. don't see that happening two weeks in a row against the same team.

LAGSD 2 vs OC Surf 1 *match to watch*
note: last match was 2-2. should be a good match this weekend. algo gives the edge to LAGSD since they're at home but OC Surf has been improving in recent weeks on the goal scoring side with wins against Arsenal and the Strikers, and a very respectable showing against the SD Surf. should be a fun match to watch.

SDSC 0 vs Arsenal 2

note: been a tough year for SDSC u14. Should be an opportunity for Arsenal to regroup a bit and get some confidence going in the right direction.



 
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