Post all news, questions, conspiracy theories etc. about the team. Since preseason starts today and all. Get excited!
So good news, I just saw a twitter conversation between Katelyn Rowland and Jenna Richmond implying they will reunite in KC. I realize it's not official confirmation from the club but I'm now hopeful JR is not retiring. Let's hope we see them in some pics at the Sporting KC home-opener tonight!!!!
http://www.fckansascity.com/2015/03/09/fc-kansas-city-kicks-2015-preseason/ So I think I jinxed myself with the Richmond post yesterday. Hopefully we get some news on her soon. Notable absences: Richmond, Keane, Gorry, and Souza. Rowland and Dienes will join the team at a later date. Annoying how little player info is available. KC needs to do better with this.
Dan Lauletta @TheDanLauletta 2m2 minutes ago CONFIRMED that Jenna Richmond is taking a year off from FCKC and #NWSL What a bummer.
I wonder is she's planning on having a kid? That's the only thing I can think off why she will be taking off and not just retiring. Also, what is up with Gorry not being on the roster? Isn't Souza going to be in the Brazilian 84-year camp?
Yeah, this is what I'm thinking. If she wasn't planning on coming back, they wouldn't be saying she's taking a year off. So this is an improvement over the previous rumor which was that she was going to play one more year and then retire.
From what I understand, she is taking the year to plan her wedding and be a newlywed. As of last I heard, she is planning on being back next season
I'm just curious if Mandy Laddish will finally get a chance with this team? I'm also hoping that Sarah Hagen scores tons of goals (except against the Red Stars), so that she can get another call-up to the senior USWNT.
http://www.fckansascity.com/2015/03/11/katrina-gorry-rafaelle-souza-stay-national-teams-season/ I know I'm a bit late with high school soccer in full gear, but here's an explanation of all the players I inquired about previously...finally. I'm most bummed about Richmond, hopefully out of the Averbuch/Laddish/Streight contingent we can develop another box to box close to her quality. And I'm a little concerned about losing Souza as I feel we still need some flank defender depth with just Robinson, Moros, and LePeilbet right now. Perhaps we convert someone similar to Kallman from last year? Streight? Excited to follow BluesGameDay for the exhibition match vs Nebraska today. Here's hoping we see a front 4 of Hagen, Tymrak, Groom, and Silva!
http://www.fckansascity.com/2015/03/20/fc-kansas-city-release-updated-2015-preseason-roster/ Here's an update, finally. After all the rumors that include Holiday and Arod retiring I was hoping for a more in depth story but not with this team I guess. I suppose now I understand the excessive play maker acquisitions by the club (Averbuch, Groom, Clark, Ayers etc.) I still think we need to sign one more defender but I feel like I've said this a million times at this point. Here's my 20 player roster prediction, feel free to comment( I know Arod and Holiday may retire but until I hear otherwise I'm going to assume they finish out the season)correct, or make your own: Forwards 1. Arod 2. Hagen 3. Groom 4. Decesare Midfield 1. Holiday 2. HOA 3. Tymrak 4. Averbuch 5. Buz 6. Silva 7. Bogus 8.Laddish Defenders 1. Brunn 2.Robinson 3. LePeilbet 4. Deines 5. Streight (Lisenby) 6. Moros Goalies 1. Barnhart 2. Rowland I wouldn't be surprised to see Decesare cut to make room for another defender. If not I took her over Clark and Ayers bc I like the idea of having a big hold up type back up for Hagen. Bummed I can't go to any preseason games this year. The only close game is at KU which is on a night I have to coach my high school team.
Isn't it funny that the top two teams from last year are the ones this year that are pretty stingy with info. Atleast you guys have a website. This year is a crucial year for Tymrak if she wants to return to the USWNT. With the news about Arod and Holiday, she's the one that can benefit the most from increased minutes and a more leadership role.
I agree. This will be a huge year for Tymrak and Hagen to step up. And yeah, and speaking of a website...I cant help but notice that the roster is only listing 20 players. Draftees Groom, Rowland, Lisenby, and Clark made the cut. Ayers is no longer listed, and hopefully Decesare sticks around but she's not listed.
So tired about worrying about this team's defensive depth. Last night on Twitter rumor has it that 2nd round pick (and only defender drafted) Lisenby was not signed and has decided to try her luck in Houston. So currently in camp defenders are Robinson, Lepeilbet, Moros. Brunn will be at the WWC and who knows when Dienes will return....again no info on that. I'd assume KC has something in works as far as a defensive signing or trade. I think we have an international slot available without Gorry and Souza returning.... Craziness!
Considering KC's abysmal track record of getting results when trailing in games, having a backline with zero depth is a valid concern.
I'm starting to worry about the player moves they've been making since winning the championship. It's almost like they're trying to be worse this season... (Why didn't they draft Dydasco like I told them to?!?!?)
http://www.thebluetestament.com/201...ster-rounding-out-with-more-probable-signings Finally! A preseason update, although it doesn't answer any of the burning questions...about Holiday/Arod retirement or the non-acquisition of Leroux. Most interesting tidbit. Dominique Richardson, who was cut from a weak Dash defense last year was signed above our 2nd round draft pick Streight/Lisenby. Not encouraging IMO but I will reserve full judgement until I see her play. I really want to go to the preseason game tonight vs KU. However, i'm not sure I can swing it with in-season coaching commitments. Bummer. As it's over an hour away from my on residence on the Missouri side.
Good article by Thad. The Leroux thing is interesting. From what I understand, she wanted to come here and there was almost a deal in place, but WNY swooped in at the last minute and gave Seattle what they wanted instead of what they were ready to settle for with FCKC. Richardson is interesting, she can't hurt at this point. From what I hear lisenby was not the player they thought she'd be early in camp and that's why they let her go. I hope you get the chance to come out tonight. I think I'm taking the family out there for a half at least, but it's not as far from olathe as it is from where you are EDIT: Just saw the official word on Deines. I know that I have a more optimistic bias towards this team than most, but the defensive depth is starting to concern me. Hoping for an injury-free season and putting my faith in LeP & Robinson to lead the Defense
I couldn't resist! I ended practice early and am headed out to the game shortly. Perhaps I will see you and the fam. I will be the short girl, with longish brown hair, and a confused look on her face (because I've never been to rock chalk park and have probably gotten lost 5 times). And I'm a Mizzou fan...
In an4-2-3-1 with Groom up top. Hagen isn't playing. Richardson starts at CB. Twitter is incorrect on that.
http://www.thebluetestament.com/201...nsas-city-in-the-running-for-the-leroux-trade Here's a description of KC's minimal involvement in the Leroux trade. Interesting about the untouchables: Arod, Holiday, Brunn, Tymrak, Groom. Hopefully Hagen is on that list too.... http://www.thebluetestament.com/201...s-retirement-leaves-defenders-in-short-supply And here's a tidbit on the Deines retirement. Yikes we are really in trouble defensively! * I posted a quick summary of the KU scrimmage I attended last night in 2015 Pre Season Match Thread. FYI.
So, this early in the season, is Hagen, like Melissa Henderson, getting little love from Vlatko? Is she going to be wasted on the bench? Is she going to regret her move back to the states after being successful in Germany? That would be a big shame.
KC should be looking at Washington to trade for a defender: Romero, Oyster, Dydasco, several others. Who would Washington want? Hagen or O'Reilly. One of them for one good defender and one back up defender?