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West Chester Advances to National Quarterfinals

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West Chester University Women’s Soccer is moving on! The Golden Rams earned a 1-0 victory over Shepherd on Sunday afternoon to claim their eighth Atlantic Regional Championship and secure a spot in the NCAA Division II National Quarterfinals.

It marks West Chester’s second regional title in the last four years and another milestone under head coach Betty Ann Kempf Townsley, a former Eastern Pennsylvania Olympic Development Program coach who continues to lead one of the region’s most consistent postseason contenders.

With the victory, West Chester improves to 16-2-4 and remains one of the last teams standing in the national bracket. Next up is a National Quarterfinal matchup with Franklin Pierce on Saturday, December 6 with the winner advancing to the National Semifinals in Colorado Springs.

Good luck to the Golden Rams as they continue their postseason run!

U.S. Women’s National Team Wraps Up 2025 With 2-0 Win Over Italy

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The U.S. Women’s National Team closed its 2025 campaign with a 2-0 victory over UEFA Women’s Euro semifinalist Italy on Monday night in Fort Lauderdale. The match marked the 30th game under head coach Emma Hayes and capped a successful year in which the USWNT finished 12W-0D-3L with a 41-8 goal differential and an impressive 43 first-time caps, the most in a single year since 2001.

The USWNT struck twice in the first half. Catarina Macario opened the scoring with her eighth goal of the year. Minutes before halftime, Jaedyn Shaw doubled the lead after a well-timed pass from Alyssa Thompson, securing her ninth international goal. Lily Yohannes, one of three teenagers in the starting lineup, added an assist.

Defensively, the U.S. stayed locked in. Goalkeeper Claudia Dickey posted her third consecutive shutout and her fourth straight start, anchoring a back line that limited Italy to just one shot on target. The match also featured a milestone first start for defender Kate Wiesner, who debuted following her NWSL playoff run with the Washington Spirit.

With the win, the USWNT closes the year on a high note and will regroup for January training camp in Southern California. The team is set to play Paraguay on January 24 at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, Calif. with a second match to be announced soon.

Still Dancing: Jefferson and West Chester Head to NCAA Third Round

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Two Eastern Pennsylvania programs are moving forward in the NCAA Division II Women’s Soccer Tournament. Jefferson University and West Chester University advanced through the opening rounds and will now compete in the third round on November 30.

Jefferson earned its spot with back-to-back 2-1 wins, starting with a double-overtime victory against Wilmington (DE) in the first round. The Rams followed that performances with another strong showing, defeating Saint Anselm 2-1 to keep their postseason run alive.

West Chester put together an impressive run as well. The Golden Rams opened with a 5-2 win over West Virginia State, then posted a 2-0 shutout against Fairmont State to move on to the third round.

Next up, Jefferson will face Franklin Pierce at noon on Sunday, November 30 while West Chester will meet Shepherd at 1 P.M. Good luck to both teams!

2026 United Soccer Coaches Convention

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The United Soccer Coaches Convention returns to Philadelphia in January 2026, bringing thousands of coaches, educators, and leaders from across the country together for a week of development, networking, and more. With on-field sessions, classroom education, exhibitors, awards, and special events, it’s one of the most anticipated gatherings in the game.

Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer encourages our coaches, administrators, and community members to take advantage of everything the Convention has to offer. Whether you’re looking to earn new certifications, explore new coaching methods, or simply connect with others in the game, this year’s event is right in our backyard.

We’re also able to extend a special registration offer to our Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer community. Use the information provided below:

We have a special code and discount for our members.

EPYSAcv26

This code will not be stacked or combined with any other codes and will give anyone who uses it the rate of $395 (members and non-members of United Soccer Coaches) for general registration. They will have the option to purchase additional tickets in the registration. The code is valid only for new registrations and no refunds will be issued for existing registrations. The code will be valid starting today through 12/31. No codes will be accepted or used at on-site registration.

Ready to register?
Click the link below to sign up and apply your discount code at checkout:
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U.S. Men’s National Team Earns Back-to-Back Wins to Close November Window

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The U.S. Men’s National Team closed out the November international window with two strong performances, earning a 2-1 win over Paraguay on November 15 and a 5-1 victory against Uruguay on November 18.

Against Paraguay at Subaru Park, the U.S. opened scoring early through Gio Reyna before Paraguay quickly equalized. The match stayed equal until the second half, when Folarin Balogun put the U.S. back in front with the eventual game-winner. The result continued the team’s positive form and featured several key returns to the lineup, including Reyna and Joe Scally.

Three days later in Tampa, the U.S. delivered one of its most convincing results of the year. Sebastian Berhalter, Alex Freeman, and Diego Luna all scored in the first half, with Freeman finding the net twice. Tanner Tessmann added another goal in the second half, and despite a late first-half response from Uruguay, the U.S. remained in control throughout the match.

The back-to-back wins extended the U.S. Men’s National Team’s unbeaten run against World-Cup qualified opponents to five consecutive matches as the team moves closer to the 2026 FIFA World Cup on home soil. The next international window is scheduled for March 2026.

College Soccer Playoffs: November 20–22

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College playoff season is here, and teams from across Eastern Pennsylvania are gearing up for a huge week of NCAA Tournament action. From Division I to Division III, our local programs are stepping onto the national stage with a chance to extend their seasons and make deep postseason runs.  

Division I Men’s:

  • Lafayette vs. Cornell 
    • November 20 | 5 P.M.  

Division III Men’s:

  • Dickinson vs. Lynchburg 
    • November 22 | 10 A.M. 
  • Messiah vs. Tufts 
    • November 22 | 11 A.M. 

Division I Women’s:

  • Penn State vs. Virginia 
    • November 20 | 6 P.M. 

Divison II Women’s:

  • Kutztown vs. Fairmount St. 
    • November 21 | 10 A.M. 
  • Bloomsburg vs. Gannon 
    • November 21 | 1 P.M. 
  • West Chester vs. West Virginia St.  
    • November 21 | 1 P.M. 
  • Jefferson vs. Wilmington (DE) 
    • November 21 | 3 P.M. 

Division III Women’s:

  • Messiah vs. Calvin  
    • November 21 | 1:30 P.M. 
  • Penn State Harrisburg vs. Mary Washington 
    • November 22 | 1:30 P.M. 
  • Swarthmore vs. Carleton 
    • November 22 | 2:30 P.M. 

The Final Showdown: PIAA State Finals Set for November 14-15 

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The high school season comes to a close this weekend as the PIAA State Finals take place Friday and Saturday at Northeastern High School.  

Teams from Eastern Pennsylvania are represented in all eight finals this weekend, each with a chance to close out their postseason run with a state title. Delaware County Christian reached the boys 1A final and will take on Bentworth, while Faith Christian advanced to the girls 1A championship against Bishop Guilfoyle. In 2A, Lewisburg moved on to face Fairview on the boys side, and Archbishop Wood earned a spot in the girls final against Burrell. The 3A matchups include Abington Heights meeting Conrad Weiser in an all-Eastern Pennsylvania boys final, while Radnor is set to play South Fayette in the girls game. At the 4A level, WC Henderson and Abington will compete for the boys title, and CB South and CB East will meet in an all-local girls final.  

Many of the teams heading into the finals are led by coaches who have spent years developing players within the Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer community. Abington Heights’ Frank Dyska also serves as the Director of Coaching at Abington Youth Soccer and Radnor’s Joe Caruolo coaches at the Radnor Soccer Club. Abington head coach Randy Garber brings decades of experience in the region, showing how Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer’s coaching community continues to shape the game across the state.  

Friday and Saturday will bring the final matchups of the year, with eight teams leaving Northeastern High School as state champions. Best of luck to all teams competing this weekend! 

Boys 1A: Delaware County Christian vs. Bentworth 
– Northeastern High School |Saturday, November 15 | 4 P.M. 

Girls 1A: Faith Christian vs. Bishop Guilfoyle 
– Northeastern High School | Saturday, November 15 | 7 P.M. 

Boys 2A: Lewisburg vs. Fairview 
– Northeastern High School | Friday, November 14 | 4 P.M. 

Girls 2A: Archbishop Wood vs. Burrell 
– Northeastern High School | Friday, November 14 | 7 P.M. 

Boys 3A: Abington Heights vs. Conrad Weiser 
– Northeastern High School | Saturday, November 15 | 10 A.M. 

Girls 3A: Radnor vs. South Fayette 
– Northeastern High School | Saturday, November 15 | 1 P.M. 

Boys 4A: West Chester Henderson vs. Abington 
– Northeastern High School | Friday, November 14 | 10 A.M. 

Girls 4A: CB South vs. CB East 
– Northeastern High School | Friday, November 14 | 1 P.M. 

PIAA Semifinals Kick Off Tuesday

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Just four teams remain in each bracket as the PIAA Semifinals take place on Tuesday, November 11. Teams across Pennsylvania are now just one win away from a trip to the finals, with several schools from Eastern Pennsylvania looking to carry their postseason momentum into championship weekend.

Good luck to everyone competing!

  • Delco Christian vs. Wyoming Seminary 
    • Hamburg Area High School | 5 P.M. 
  • Faith Christian vs. Muncy
    • North Schuylkill High School | 5 P.M.
  • Faith Christian vs. Lewisburg 
    • North Schuylkill High School | 7 P.M. 
  • Archbishop Wood vs. Northwestern Lehigh 
    • Upper Perkiomen High School | 6 P.M. 
  • Harriton vs. Abington Heights 
    • Hamburg Area High School | 7 P.M.  
  • Conrad Weiser vs. Allderdice 
    • Mansion Park Stadium | 6 P.M. 
  • Radnor vs. Lower Dauphin 
    • Cocalico High School | 5 P.M. 
  • Parkland vs. WC Henderson 
    • Hatboro-Horsham High School | 6 P.M. 
  • Seneca Valley vs. Abington 
    • Chambersburg Area High School | 4 P.M. 
  • Central Dauphin vs. CB South 
    • Cocalico High School | 7 P.M. 
  • CB East vs. North Allegheny 
    • Chambersburg Area High School | 6 P.M. 

U.S. Men’s National Team Returns to Subaru Park with Strong Local Ties

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When the U.S. Men’s National Team takes the field at Subaru Park on November 15, fans in Eastern Pennsylvania will see more than a world-class matchup with several familiar faces taking the field close to home.

Head coach Mauricio Pochettino’s 25-player roster features several players with deep roots in the Philadelphia area, including three who came through the Philadelphia Union Academy and grew up playing in the Eastern Pennsylvania youth soccer community.

Brenden Aaronson, the Medford, New Jersey native rose through the Union Academy before starring for the first team, returns to the stadium where his professional career began. Mark McKenzie, another former Union homegrown, developed in the academy systems and quickly became one of the most respected young defenders in the country. Auston Trusty, born in Media and a product of Nether United and the Union Academy, continues his rise on the international stage after years of representing the region with pride.

Fans will get the chance to cheer on the local standouts as the USMNT hosts World-Cup bound Paraguay at Subaru Park on Saturday, November 15 at 5 P.M. To purchase tickets, click here.

DETAILED ROSTER BY POSITION (Club/Country; Caps/Goals)
GOALKEEPERS (4): Roman Celentano (FC Cincinnati; 0/0), Matt Freese (New York City FC; 11/0), Jonathan Klinsmann (Cesena/ITA; 0/0), Patrick Schulte (Columbus Crew; 3/0)

DEFENDERS (9): Max Arfsten (Columbus Crew; 14/1), Sergiño Dest (PSV Eindhoven/NED; 35/2), Alex Freeman (Orlando City; 11/0), Mark McKenzie (Toulouse FC/FRA; 24/0), Tim Ream (Charlotte FC; 78/1), Miles Robinson (FC Cincinnati; 37/3), Joe Scally (Borussia Mönchengladbach/GER; 21/0), John Tolkin (Holstein Kiel/GER; 4/0), Auston Trusty (Celtic/SCO; 4/0)

MIDFIELDERS (7): Tyler Adams (Bournemouth/ENG; 52/2), Sebastian Berhalter (Vancouver Whitecaps/CAN; 7/0), Aidan Morris (Middlesbrough/ENG; 11/0), Gio Reyna (Borussia Mönchengladbach/GER; 32/8), Cristian Roldan (Seattle Sounders; 41/0), Tanner Tessmann (Olympique Lyon/FRA; 10/0), Sean Zawadzki (Columbus Crew; 1/0)

FORWARDS (5): Brenden Aaronson (Leeds United/ENG; 54/9), Folarin Balogun (AS Monaco/FRA; 27/7), Diego Luna (Real Salt Lake; 16/3), Ricardo Pepi (PSV Eindhoven/NED; 33/13), Haji Wright (Coventry City/ENG; 19/7)