2004 Boys, games of the week, standings, etc.

here's predicts for this weekend (3/2 & 3/3). home team is listed first.

SD Surf 3 vs. FC Golden State 2 *game to watch* SD Surf is ranked #16 and FCG is ranked #11 by TopDrawer as of 2/25/19. on the socalsoccer forum, had FCG at #9 and SD Surf at #10 as of 2/10/19.

SD Surf dropped one unexpectedly to Barca but won't hold that against them... unless they do it again. key to the match is if FCG's defense can keep SD Surf mid Evan Rotundo under control. However, FCG is playing away and they have a clear negative "playing away" effect. The algo called this one at 2-2, but am giving the edge to SD Surf due to FCG not playing as well away.

Strikers 1 vs Nomads 1 *game to watch* Nomads are ranked #8 by TD, but it's a travesty that TD doesn't rank Strikers in the top 25 nationally. on the socalsoccer forum, agree that Nomads are #8 nationally and have Strikers at #11.

The Strikers have been getting more generous on defense since losing to FCG in late October, but the Nomads offense doesn't travel well and has been underperforming at away games. Last time these teams met, Nomads won 3-0. The algo has Nomads winning 2-1, but am calling a 1-1 tie due to Strikers home field advantage.

Arsenal 2 vs Ballistic 2

Real SoCal 1 vs LAFC 8 *could be a good opportunity for LAFC to play some 05s up and do some development*

LAUFA 3 vs. LAGSD 1

LA Galaxy 4 vs. Pats 2
 
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bigkick said:
Heard it just happened.
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So he's gone, he will no longer coach at SD Surf? Oh well, best of luck to him I'm sure it is a great opportunity for him. I wonder if anyone at LAFC left or they are just hiring coaches for their new teams. Most likely the latter
 
YES, coach left surf, calling out a team/parent meeting last night after training to let them know his decision..... C'mon, pay to play vs MLS club, I think he made the right choice. Matter of time before LAFC starts recruiting top talent from Surf being they have a NEWLY hired associate with connections;
 
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YES, coach left surf, calling out a team/parent meeting last night after training to let them know his decision..... C'mon, pay to play vs MLS club, I think he made the right choice. Matter of time before LAFC starts recruiting top talent from Surf being they have a NEWLY hired associate with connections;
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I would guess that's already been taken care of and was all part of the decision. Coaches that leave top teams usually take players with them.
 
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I would guess that's already been taken care of and was all part of the decision. Coaches that leave top teams usually take players with them.
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Ummmmm, maybe a bit different in this case, being drive from SD to LA 4X a week to train would be harsh.......

Definitely will be an impact on families and especially with LAFC chosen surf boys who also have to juggle school and other activities they may be taking part in.

Unless LAFC is willing to work out minimal training schedule during the week and/or ADD weekend training for SD players. A while back I heard LAFC was sending a coach to SD to train a younger player 1 x a week and player would drive into LA 2x a week to train with full squad..... That was the word, no one ever confirmed it though......

NONE the less, congrats to Surf coach and chosen surf boys to be part of LAFC family, great and exciting opportunity!!!!
 
LAFC is adding to the coaching staff in anticipation of additional teams that will be playing in the 19-20 season.

Normally like to see players finish out there commitments rather than mid season transfers but every situation can be unqiue so all things can be considered.

We're optimistic for post season play and the GA cup among so should be a interesting next few months.

For those that are wondering:
Note: U-15 – 8 teams qualify for postseason (7 division winners plus 1 wild card based on the highest PPG). Going to take around 2.4ppg to qualify most likely unless a division winner.
 
here's predicts vs. actuals (3/2 & 3/3). home team is listed first. a fair amount of drama in couple of areas this weekend.

Predict: SD Surf 3 vs. FC Golden State 2. Actuals: Did not play. In other news around SD Surf, the SD Surf coach held a team meeting w/ the 05 and 04 teams last week announcing that he was moving to LAFC, presumably to help support LAFC's expansion into u16/17+. Word on this forum is that several players from both the 04 and 05 teams will also be moving to LAFC for 2019-20.

For reference, SD Surf's key 04 midfielder was guest playing for LAFC during the Feb round of Generation Adidas Cup matches (GA is an all MLS tournament for u15 and u17 MLS teams), and since the 05 LAFC team has taken a step down on the offensive side in 2018-19, it's reasonable to assume that they're likely is looking to improve in this area and there's a 1-2 SD Surf players who could help them here.

Can't speak for the 04s but the 05 SD Surf team has been together for quite some time, so this is a bit of news. Will be interesting to see about what actually happens since the logistics of traveling during the week from SD to LA for practice seem prohibitive unless families move.

Predict: Strikers 1 vs Nomads 1. Actuals: Strikers 4 vs. Nomads 2. This was a game to watch this weekend since the Nomads are ranked #8 by TD, and while TD doesn't rank Strikers in the top 25 nationally, Strikers likely should have been ranked at #11 nationally. Last time these teams met, Nomads won 3-0.

Per the game report, looks like a fun game to watch. Nomads went up up 2-0 by the 35th minute but Strikers squeezed one in right before halftime for a halftime score of 2-1. Strikers then came back with three more after halftime, with two Striker players each getting a brace for the full game. Looks like there may have been some match-up issues that the Strikers took advantage of.

Does anyone have more color commentary on this one?

Predict: Arsenal 2 vs Ballistic 2. Actuals: Arsenal 1 vs Ballistic 0.

Predict: Real SoCal 1 vs LAFC 8. Actuals: Real SoCal 0 vs. LAFC 2. RSC seems to frequently give LAFC a tougher time than expected, and would describe these matches as almost a rivalry but not quite (RSC needs to consistently win some before using the R word). Some of this is match-ups, and some of it is style of play, w/ RSC playing defensive, physical soccer with strategic fouling and then relying on counters for offense.

Per the game report, game was tied 0-0 at half, and LAFC picked up their two goals at the 46th and 78th minutes. RSC played eleven players the full 80 minutes with no substitutions. On LAFC's side, the game report says that LAFC only rostered one 2005 player but did not play him. LAFC did play five players the full 80, and made substitutions throughout the second half.

Does anyone have more color commentary on this one? Seems like a really interesting match.

Predict: LAUFA 3 vs. LAGSD 1. Actuals: LAUFA 4 vs. LAGSD 1

 
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here's predicts vs. actuals (3/2 & 3/3). home team is listed first. a fair amount of drama in couple of areas this weekend.

Predict: SD Surf 3 vs. FC Golden State 2. Actuals: Did not play. In other news around SD Surf, the SD Surf coach held a team meeting w/ the 05 and 04 teams last week announcing that he was moving to LAFC, presumably to help support LAFC's expansion into u16/17+. Word on this forum is that several players from both the 04 and 05 teams will also be moving to LAFC for 2019-20.

For reference, SD Surf's key 04 midfielder was guest playing for LAFC during the Feb round of Generation Adidas Cup matches (GA is an all MLS tournament for u15 and u17 MLS teams), and since the 05 LAFC team has taken a step down on the offensive side in 2018-19, it's reasonable to assume that they're likely is looking to improve in this area and there's a 1-2 SD Surf players who could help them here.

Can't speak for the 04s but the 05 SD Surf team has been together for quite some time, so this is a bit of news. Will be interesting to see about what actually happens since the logistics of traveling during the week from SD to LA for practice seem prohibitive unless families move.

Predict: Strikers 1 vs Nomads 1. Actuals: Strikers 4 vs. Nomads 2. This was a game to watch this weekend since the Nomads are ranked #8 by TD, and while TD doesn't rank Strikers in the top 25 nationally, Strikers likely should have been ranked at #11 nationally. Last time these teams met, Nomads won 3-0.

Per the game report, looks like a fun game to watch. Nomads went up up 2-0 by the 35th minute but Strikers squeezed one in right before halftime for a halftime score of 2-1. Strikers then came back with three more after halftime, with two Striker players each getting a brace for the full game. Looks like there may have been some match-up issues that the Strikers took advantage of.

Does anyone have more color commentary on this one?

Predict: Arsenal 2 vs Ballistic 2. Actuals: Arsenal 1 vs Ballistic 0.

Predict: Real SoCal 1 vs LAFC 8. Actuals: Real SoCal 0 vs. LAFC 2. RSC seems to frequently give LAFC a tougher time than expected, and would describe these matches as almost a rivalry but not quite (RSC needs to consistently win some before using the R word). Some of this is match-ups, and some of it is style of play, w/ RSC playing defensive, physical soccer with strategic fouling and then relying on counters for offense.

Per the game report, game was tied 0-0 at half, and LAFC picked up their two goals at the 46th and 78th minutes. RSC played eleven players the full 80 minutes with no substitutions. On LAFC's side, the game report says that LAFC only rostered one 2005 player but did not play him. LAFC did play five players the full 80, and made substitutions throughout the second half.

Does anyone have more color commentary on this one? Seems like a really interesting match.

Predict: LAUFA 3 vs. LAGSD 1. Actuals: LAUFA 4 vs. LAGSD 1
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Any U15 predictions for the match's this weekend? Good stuff Kante!
 
here's predicts for this weekend (3/8 & 3/9) home team is listed first.

Nomads 3 vs. Arsenal 1
FC Golden State 3 vs. Barca 1
LAFC 4 vs. LAUFA 1
Strikers 2 vs. Albion 1
Pats 4 vs. Real SoCal 2
 
Here's predicts vs actuals for this weekend (3/9 & 3/10). Home team is listed first. Decent weekend for the u15 algo.

Predict: Nomads 3 vs. Arsenal 1. Actuals: Nomads 3 vs. Arsenal 1

Predict: FC Golden State 3 vs. Barca 1. Actuals: FC Golden State 2 vs. Barca 3. Per the game report, it looks FCG did not have a good answer for Barca's leading scorer who went for a brace. Barca was up 3-1 at the half and held on for the win. Typically, FCG is better than this at home.

Predict: LAFC 4 vs. LAUFA 1. Actuals: LAFC 4 vs. LAUFA 1

Predict: Strikers 2 vs. Albion 1. - Actuals: Strikers 2 vs. Albion 2. Per the game report, sounds like a good match. Strikers scored one early but Albion tied it and then had one more right before the half to go ahead 2-1. Strikers got one late in the 2nd half for the point.

Predict: Pats 4 vs. Real SoCal 2. Actuals: Pats 2 Real SoCal 4. Per the game report, RSC had a strong second half for the win after being down 1-2 at the end of the first half.
 
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here's predicts for this weekend (3/16 & 3/17). home teams are listed first.

Barca 3 vs Pats 3
LAG 4 vs RSC 2
LAFC 6 vs LAGSD 1. maybe a good match to have some LAFC 05s play-up for development, particularly with TFA 05 missing three players.
SD Surf 2 vs Strikers 2. an opportunity for the Strikers to break into the TD's top 25 with a win?
Nomads 2 vs LAUFA 1
Arsenal 1 vs Albion 2
 
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