Sarkodie brothers are soccer royalty
Patrick Carney, Special to ESPN.comBrothers Ofori and Kofi Sarkodie, the grandsons of a tribal queen from Kumasi, Ghana, now residing in Dayton, Ohio, hope to become U.S. soccer royalty.
Story | Conversation | September 18, 2009Zips off to their best start since 2005
ESPNsoccernet news servicesAn own goal by Cincinnati and two late scores lifted the No. 1 University of Akron men's soccer team to a 3-0 victory over Cincinnati Sunday in the final game of the adidas Bearcat Classic at Gettler Stadium.
Story | Conversation | September 13, 2009Adjusting to the pro lifestyle
Steve Zakuani, Special to ESPNsoccernetSince Seattle's Steve Zakuani was selected as the No. 1 overall pick in the 2009 MLS SuperDraft, life has been a blur, as he explains in his rookie diary.
Story | Conversation | February 22, 2009Sweet Sixteen lineup comprised of familiar names
Maria Burns OrtizThe men's soccer NCAA tournament has seen some minor upsets, but for the most part the traditional powers have reached the Sweet Sixteen, writes Maria Burns Ortiz.
Story | Conversation | November 25, 2009Vetting the contenders (and others) for the Cup
Maria Burns OrtizOn the cusp of this year's men's College Cup, Akron has to be considered the favorite. But don't overlook a hardened Maryland team or locals North Carolina and Wake Forest, writes Maria Burns Ortiz.
Story | Conversation | November 19, 2009Title is true goal for 18-0 Akron
Maria Burns OrtizCaleb Porter played for an Indiana team that went undefeated in the regular season, then failed to win a national championship. Now the coach at Akron, Porter is trying to keep his 18-0 Zips focused on the ultimate prize: the College Cup.
Story | Conversation | November 12, 2009McVea embraces leadership role
Maria Burns OrtizLoyola College has failed to live up to the lofty expectations precipitated by a strong campaign one year ago. But if anyone can lead his team through a difficult period, it's captain Tennant McVea.
Story | Conversation | October 22, 2009Monmouth building on last season's disappointment
Maria Burns OrtizThe undefeated Monmouth Hawks know all too well that a stellar regular season can quickly morph into postseason disappointment, writes Maria Burns Ortiz.
Story | Conversation | September 29, 2009Nachoff matches Akron record with four assists
ESPNsoccernet news servicesMidfielder Michael Nanchoff matched a 43-year school record as the top-ranked University of Akron men's soccer team cruised to a 6-0 victory over Bowling Green in the Mid-American Conference opener for both teams.
Story | Conversation | September 27, 2009Small programs face make-or-break games early
Maria Burns OrtizIt's early in the season, but for small programs hoping to reach the NCAA tournament, it's already make-or-break time, writes Maria Burns Ortiz.
Story | Conversation | September 03, 2009Maryland looks like the favorite for the College Cup
Maria Burns OrtizWith the 2009 college season nearing kickoff, defending champion Maryland still looks like the cream of the crop, writes Maria Burns Ortiz.
Story | Conversation | August 15, 2009Speas ups his game with each new challenge
Lucas O'Neill, ESPNRISE.comA nasty injury robbed Ben Speas of his senior season at Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy (Stow, Ohio), but the way he handled the setback proved he's one of the nation's best -- off the field as well as on it
Story | Conversation | February 12, 2009Akron soccer class has Zip
Sheldon Shealer, ESPNRISE.comFriendships, academics and a unique soccer opportunity created the confluence that brings together Akron's confirmed eight-member class.
Story | Conversation | February 05, 2009Zips head to top of the class
Sheldon Shealer, ESPNRISE.comAkron's crop of three national-pool soccer players makes it an easy call for this year's top recruiting class
Story | Conversation | January 28, 2009Tracy adds Hermann to lengthy list of accolades
Maria Burns OrtizWake Forest and Marcus Tracy missed out on a repeat national title, but the senior forward can take solace in winning the Hermann Trophy, writes Maria Burns Ortiz.
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