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Five for Friday: Duke Begins Training; Ebobisse Wins Title
8/14/2020 1:00:00 PM | Men's Soccer
Blue Devils Close Out First Week of Training
The Duke men's soccer team completed its first week of training Friday after opening practice Monday, August 10. Led by head coach John Kerr, the excitement was there from day one as the Blue Devils held spirited morning and evening practices.
"Under the circumstances it's been a delight [having everyone back]," said Kerr. "We've been waiting for this moment for four or five months now. I'm really proud of how well the boys have listened to the directives and the protocols put in place. We're all very appreciate to be out playing together again."
The Blue Devils welcome a talented group of 10 freshmen to the team along with 17 returning players. Duke's rookie class is ranked third by Top Drawer Soccer and is headlined by the No. 15 player Peter Stroud, who comes to Duke after playing in the West Ham United system.
Overall, three of the freshmen are among the top 50 in Top Drawer's player rankings – Stroud (15), JT Harms (47) and Nick Pariano (48).
"We have a lot of enthusiasm and we have a nice blend of experienced players coming back with a new group coming in that is very talented and very eager to impress" Kerr said. "They've been listening and learning each and every session. They've worked their tails off from the start and been very disciplined and we're making strides even though it's only been four days."
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Ebobisse Captures MLS is Back Crown
Former Blue Devil Jeremy Ebobisse and the Portland Timbers used a 66th minute goal to beat Orlando City 2-1 in the MLS is Back Championship game Tuesday night. Ebobisse provided an assist on the game-winning goal by Dario Zuparic.
In six tournament appearances in Orlando, Ebobisse finished with four goals and an assist. His four tallies rank tied for third in the tournament leading him to be named to the Best XI team for the tournament.
Ebobisse and the Timbers begin the MLS regular season August 23 against Seattle.
Pinto Signs with Richmond Kickers
Former Duke defender Hassan Pinto recently signed a contract with the Richmond Kickers of the USL League One.
"Hassan has had a good trial period with us here in Richmond," said Kickers Sporting Director and Head Coach, Darren Sawatzky. "He is a smart player with great physical attributes. The ability to sign a young defender with potential is huge as we build our team for the future. He is training well and growing quickly so hopefully we see him getting influential minutes sooner than expected."
Pinto started 17 of 18 games in his one season with the Blue Devils as a graduate student transfer. In his lone game coming off the bench, the Durham, N.C., native scored the winning goal against Furman. He was instrumental in Duke's six shutouts.
"I'm so excited for the opportunity to sign my first professional contract with the Richmond Kickers," commented Pinto. "I can't wait to get started!"
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Duke in the USL Update
Aedan Stanley, coming off earning his first professional point, continues to help hold down the Timbers 2 defense. He has started every game and gone the full 90 for the club since signing on earlier this year. He is winning 64 percent of his aerial duals and 75 percent of his tackles through five games.
Duke's top scorer in 2019, Daniele Proch saw his most time with North Carolina FC this past Sunday, coming off the bench to play the final 45 minutes in a 1-0 win over Memphis 901 FC. Â Christian Ibeagha continues to help anchor the OKC Energy FC defense as a starter and Brandon Williamson and Loudoun United FC garnered a 2-1 victory over New York Red Bulls II. Williamson came on in the 56th minute and helped the team get the go-ahead goal in the 66th.
Update from the NCAA
The NCAA Board of Governors met in early August and directed each division to meet specific requirements in order to conduct fall championships. One of those was that the sport had to have 50 percent participation and with recent conference cancellations of the fall sports season, the NCAA officially canceled all fall championships Thursday. Â
Stay tuned for more schedule news in the constantly developing story.
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The Duke men's soccer team completed its first week of training Friday after opening practice Monday, August 10. Led by head coach John Kerr, the excitement was there from day one as the Blue Devils held spirited morning and evening practices.
"Under the circumstances it's been a delight [having everyone back]," said Kerr. "We've been waiting for this moment for four or five months now. I'm really proud of how well the boys have listened to the directives and the protocols put in place. We're all very appreciate to be out playing together again."
The Blue Devils welcome a talented group of 10 freshmen to the team along with 17 returning players. Duke's rookie class is ranked third by Top Drawer Soccer and is headlined by the No. 15 player Peter Stroud, who comes to Duke after playing in the West Ham United system.
Overall, three of the freshmen are among the top 50 in Top Drawer's player rankings – Stroud (15), JT Harms (47) and Nick Pariano (48).
"We have a lot of enthusiasm and we have a nice blend of experienced players coming back with a new group coming in that is very talented and very eager to impress" Kerr said. "They've been listening and learning each and every session. They've worked their tails off from the start and been very disciplined and we're making strides even though it's only been four days."
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Ebobisse Captures MLS is Back Crown
Former Blue Devil Jeremy Ebobisse and the Portland Timbers used a 66th minute goal to beat Orlando City 2-1 in the MLS is Back Championship game Tuesday night. Ebobisse provided an assist on the game-winning goal by Dario Zuparic.
In six tournament appearances in Orlando, Ebobisse finished with four goals and an assist. His four tallies rank tied for third in the tournament leading him to be named to the Best XI team for the tournament.
Ebobisse and the Timbers begin the MLS regular season August 23 against Seattle.
These two. Putting the league on notice.?? #RCTID pic.twitter.com/rk6H8QHNCl
— Portland Timbers (@TimbersFC) August 12, 2020
So much star power. ??
— Major League Soccer (@MLS) August 13, 2020
The #MLSisBack Tournament Best XI pres. by @DrinkBODYARMOR! ?? pic.twitter.com/oAv0m2drBb
Pinto Signs with Richmond Kickers
Former Duke defender Hassan Pinto recently signed a contract with the Richmond Kickers of the USL League One.
"Hassan has had a good trial period with us here in Richmond," said Kickers Sporting Director and Head Coach, Darren Sawatzky. "He is a smart player with great physical attributes. The ability to sign a young defender with potential is huge as we build our team for the future. He is training well and growing quickly so hopefully we see him getting influential minutes sooner than expected."
Pinto started 17 of 18 games in his one season with the Blue Devils as a graduate student transfer. In his lone game coming off the bench, the Durham, N.C., native scored the winning goal against Furman. He was instrumental in Duke's six shutouts.
"I'm so excited for the opportunity to sign my first professional contract with the Richmond Kickers," commented Pinto. "I can't wait to get started!"
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The Kickers have signed defender Hassan Pinto
— Richmond Kickers ?? (@RichmondKickers) August 6, 2020
He will be available for selection this Saturday as the Kickers host @ForwardMSNFC in the Home Opener, presented by @Woodfin
Details: https://t.co/awSga10gno #RVAisRED
Duke in the USL Update
Aedan Stanley, coming off earning his first professional point, continues to help hold down the Timbers 2 defense. He has started every game and gone the full 90 for the club since signing on earlier this year. He is winning 64 percent of his aerial duals and 75 percent of his tackles through five games.
Duke's top scorer in 2019, Daniele Proch saw his most time with North Carolina FC this past Sunday, coming off the bench to play the final 45 minutes in a 1-0 win over Memphis 901 FC. Â Christian Ibeagha continues to help anchor the OKC Energy FC defense as a starter and Brandon Williamson and Loudoun United FC garnered a 2-1 victory over New York Red Bulls II. Williamson came on in the 56th minute and helped the team get the go-ahead goal in the 66th.
Update from the NCAA
The NCAA Board of Governors met in early August and directed each division to meet specific requirements in order to conduct fall championships. One of those was that the sport had to have 50 percent participation and with recent conference cancellations of the fall sports season, the NCAA officially canceled all fall championships Thursday. Â
Stay tuned for more schedule news in the constantly developing story.
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#GoDukeLast week, the NCAA Board of Governors directed each division to meet specific requirements if they are to conduct fall championships: https://t.co/Sr5NbKupU6 pic.twitter.com/RMdVhFRar7
— Inside the NCAA (@InsidetheNCAA) August 13, 2020
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