2012 NEWS

U11 Red Girls Storm to Division Championship
The girls emerged victorious in EDDOA Division E by winning every match and only conceding a single goal all season.  The team credits its improvement to consistent attendance at practice and team unity.  The team includes (left to right):  Hannah “Soup” Soukup, Emily “Shimmy” Shimmel, Olivia “Lamby” Lambdin, Liana “Hammy” Hamdan, Sophia “Dalglish” Kinnear, Trinity “Tiny” Carter, Sophia “Bubbles” Clarite, Mekenzie “Macca” Alexander, Allison “Sausage” Parker, Kaitlyn “Noodles” DeBoer and Madeline “Maddie” Champlin

 

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Eclipse Soccer Club hosted Duquesne University College ID Camp, on April 30th.
Coach Jake Ouimet and asst. coach Mark Sikora Had an eye full of some very talented players Monday night at Lost Creek Park.
Not just Eclipse players where able to showcase, but players from different clubs around the Houston area, as well as players from other cities around the State. Camp was very good and exciting for the registered players.  

It was a great event.  Plans are in the works to host 8-10 Universities for our next College ID Camp.
This event will be for both girls and boys.  ID Camp Date TBA

Thank you
Duquesne!!!
 

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Eclipse U11 Red Girls Make Opponents Pay at Tax Time Tournament
The girls finished runners up in their first foray into the Gold bracket.  Buoyed by some very talented guests and a delicious between match cook out the girls went toe to toe with teams normally ranked three divisions above them. 
They rolled to the final where they lost to a single goal in extra time. 
The Red Army is now gearing up for its next contest in May in San Antonio where they are determined to go one better.
 

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Congratulations to our Eclipse 99 Twisters
for wining the Houston Easter Invitational Tournament. They scored 20 goals keeping a clean sheet
throughout the weekend. Well done girls, keep up the good work !!
 

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Congratulations U10 Solar Girls!!  
The girls were finalists in the "U10 Gold" division at the Texas United Easter Tournament played at Bear Creek Park. They advanced to the finals undefeated and continued this streak by dominating possession and shots on goal in the finals. They lead 1-0 right down to the last few minutes of the game when their opponent broke through and scored. The girls went directly into a shootout and lost a heart breaker 5-4. Remaining unbeaten through the end of 4 games with the amount of physicality that was placed on them was bitter sweet and rewarding, we are ALL very proud of their hard work and determination!
 

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Congratulations to our Eclipse 98 Black!
For finishing as finalist in the TUFC Easter Invitational. Our young men played outstanding futbol to reach the final game to match up against the tough Texas Rush Premier team. Although our 98 Black team dominated game in all aspects, the Rush team was able to find the back of the net in the 20th minute of the first half. Our boys kept their composure and continued to play solid and physical futbol and were able to score a goal to equalize the game in the 25nd minute of the 2nd half. The game finished in regulation time as a draw and went straight to a penalty shootout. Our 98 Black team lost in the shootout, but won on the field with strong tatics and skills. Special thanks to Coach Matty and great job by the team. Good Luck in the 2012 National Championship Series.
 

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Congratulations to Eclipse 96 Black
For taking first place in the State Classic League this past fall, challenged the Dallas Texans Houston 96 team for a spot in this fall's Premier League West, comprised of the best USYS soccer teams in Texas and Oklahoma.  The boys had to play two playoff matches, and defeated the Texans by a combined score of 6-2 over the two games. The team will be traveling to Spain this summer to play in the international Donosti Cup tournament in San Sebastian.
 

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Congratulations to out Eclipse 01 Black
For the second tournament in a row, has once again come out champions of the U11 bracket at the 2012 Space City Spring Fling.  The girls played with a lot of heart winning the final game in penalty kicks. 
Congratulations girls!
 

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Congratulations to our Eclipse 99 Twisters
For winning their U14-U15 Silver Bracket this past weekend. Despite playing against older teams, our Eclipse girls  scored a total of 12 goals, allowing only 2. They beat SA United 2-0 in the final.
CONGRATULATIONS !!!
 

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Congratulations to our Eclipse 00 Great White
A U12 girls team representing their Eclipse age group in the Space City Spring Fling tournament last weekend. The team made of players from our four U12 teams competed in the top bracket for U13's in the tournament. Despite giving up one goal first in three games, the girls showed resilience and the fight they had inside to overcome that obstacle. They beat Texas Rush Platinum in the final 3-1. Well done girls !!! Keep up the good work!!
 

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Congratulations to the Eclipse 01 Red Boys
For winning the Silver Bracket of the Space City Spring Fling Tournament.  The team exemplified the meaning of never underestimate the heart of a champion.  After falling behind in every game, the team had amazing come from behind victories to qualify for the final.  The final was no different as the team fell behind early.  But despite depleting the bench because of injuries, and playing most of the 2nd half without substitutes, the team made another comeback to end regulation time in a tie.  To extend the suspense, the team secured the victory on the eighth penalty kick.  A special thanks to our guest players, our trainer Matty, and family members.
 

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Congratulations to our U10 Eclipse Solar Girls
For winning first place in the Space City 2012 Spring Fling!! The girls had an outstanding weekend winning all of their games in the U10 Gold division. They finished strong by shutting out their opponent 2-0 in the finals!! Way
to GO SOLAR!!
 

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Congratulations to our Eclipse 01B Black!
For winning 1st place in the U11 Gold Bracket of the Space City FC Spring Fling Tournament. The boys defeated a tough Texans 01 team by a score of 4-3 in the final match to capture the Championship Trophy. This was a special tournament win for our team as it was our last tournament with our teammate, who is leaving to Australia. Our boys fought hard to earn the Championship for him so he can take the trophy to Australia with him. Good luck to our teammate, Benji and to his family! Job well done by Team 01 Black!
 

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Congratulations to Solar Boys 03
For winning their division at the Spring Fling Tournament. 
The boys played extremely well winning all 4 games scoring over 20 goal.
 

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Eclipse 98 Black Crowned Champions of the City of Las Vegas Mayor’s Cup Soccer Tournament
Congratulations to our Eclipse 98 Black team for winning the International Soccer Tournament in Las Vegas. The team won all five games, scoring 11 goals and only allowing 1. The team played great soccer throughout the tournament. The team beat Colorado Rapids 1-0 in the semifinal and earned a spot to win the final game against Colorado Rush 2-0. Maybe this time, WHAT HAPPENS IN VEGAS…DOESN’T STAY IN VEGAS…AND COMES BACK TO HOUSTON for a great Spring season.
Congratulations players and parents!!
 


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Eclipse 97 Black had a great time in the 2012 Lonestar Showcase
The team played outstanding soccer, and dominated all their opponents. This was a great confidence builder and a lot of fun. All players, coaches and parents are enthused about the team's recent performance and prospects in the National Cup in the Spring.
Good luck to them!!
 

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Congratulations to our Eclipse 99 Twisters
In their first outing as our U-13 State Classic League team, Eclipse 99 Twisters, were crowned Champions
at the Capital City Classic last weekend.  The girls scored 8 goals and conceded just 1 while going undefeated in the
bracket stage against three other SCL teams.  Great job ladies!!
 

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Congratulations to our  Eclipse 95 Girls
For an outstanding performance this past weekend at the Lonestar showcase in Austin. The girls came out with a big shut-out weekend. They tied their first game against Sting, got a win on their second game against FC Dallas with a score of 1-0, and a second win against Sting’s first team with a score of 2-0. All 3 games were played under freezing and harsh conditions, but the girls never stopped competing. Way to go girls!!!
 

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Congratulations to our Lunar Boys 03
Eclipse Lunar Boys 03 won the top U-9 bracket at the Imperial Soccer Tournament in Sugar Land on the 11/12th of February.  The boys won all 5 games in freezing conditions against tough opponents. 

Well Done Boys!!!
 



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Congratulations to '99 Eclipse Girls White who placed 2nd in U13 Presidents Bracket
After completing 4 games with 4 shutouts, the toll of the weekend  eventually took its course, with '99 Eclipse White losing in the championship match.  Eclipse began their weekend with a 2-0 win over '00 Space City, tallying a goal in each half. In their second game, Missouri City Blades also fell to Eclipse White 1-0, in a really fun & fast paced game to watch. Both games #3 & #4 (semi's), were 1-0 wins as well, taking down Challenge Dynamite '99 & Challenge '99/'00 combo in the semi finals, with a last minute goal!

Eclipse White faced '99 Challenge South in the championship match, playing their 3rd & final game of the day. After a 0-0 halftime score, Challenge broke Eclipse's shutout run, off a corner kick early in the second half. After a hard fought battle, a late second half goal secured the game for Challenge.

The girls should be proud of their efforts over the weekend, & look forward to an exciting & rewarding spring season! '99 Eclipse White is managed by Charles Beall & trained by Jennie Altherr.
 

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Congratulations to the Eclipse U11 Red Girls
For winning the Presidents Division at the Eclipse Invitational Tournament The beautiful game was truly on show as the girls scored thirteen goals in their five game march to the championship.  Energized by a fiery team talk from Houston Dynamo head coach Dominic Kinnear the girls overcame multiple injuries, ill fitting shoes and  a nail biting shootout to seal an epic victory.  The Red Army marches on with a winning streak stretching over their last 3 tournaments. 
The team wishes to thank their guest players whose presence was very much appreciated!
 

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Congratulation to our Eclipse 99 Black
for winning the National Bracket after beating Space City in penalty kicks in the final. In regulation time, the game finished in a tie. Eclipse let Space City tie 2-2 after having a 2-0 lead, but luck was on their side this time. CONGRATULATIONS !!
 

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Congratulations to the Eclipse 01 White Boys!
For reaching the finals in the President’s Bracket of the Eclipse Invitational.  The boys finished first in their bracket with 2 shutout wins and a tie.  Great team play, ball control, and solid defense gave the boys another shutout victory in the semi-finals, 5-0.  The boys gave a heroic effort in a fast paced finals in front of a huge crowd for both teams.  Despite numerous attempts on goal, they were not able to find the late equalizer.  They fell 2-1 to Chivas. 
A special thanks to all the moms, dads, brothers, sisters, friends, and other Eclipse families who
lent their support during the tournament.  Great job boys!
 

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Congratulations to the Eclipse 00 White Girls
For winning first place in the U12 Eclipse Invitational. The girls played four games to reach the finals. Thanks to our steadfast defenders (Bailey, Emily, Lauren, Lucy, Kristen) and our awesome goalkeeper MJ, the girls conceded only one goal throughout the whole tournament. In the final Isabella scored the only goal needed to win the Final. The girls scored a total seven goals in the tournament. Great Job Girls!
In the picture (top to bottom, left to right): Sara, Isabella, Kristen, Emily, Lauren,
Bailey, MJ, Lucy, Hailey, Kirsten, Sophie, Hannah, and Sydney

 


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Congratulations to Eclipse 01 Black
Who recently won the U11 girls division of the 2012 Eclipse Invitational.  After advancing to the final by shutting out all of their opponents while scoring nine goals in four games, the girls took home the championship trophy winning 3-1 in the final.  Well done girls!!!
 

 

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