2010 Des Moines Menace

Howard the Drake · May 1, 2010

Thought it was time to roll over from the off-season thread to the 2010 season thread. Players announced so far:

Announced Returning Players
M Ross Moffatt- 13 (2)
F Armin Mujdzic- 10 (5)
F Sterling Copeland- 14 (3)
D Nick Foster- 8 (0)
M Yuki Kariya- 11 (2)
D Jack Pearson- 16 (2)
F Jacob Schmoker- 17 (1)
F Hunter Kennedy- 6 (3)
M Michael Thaden- 3 (0)

Announced Newcomers
G Jason Williams (University of Mobile)
M Stephen Okai (University of Mobile)
MJubril Lawal (University of Mobile)
M Lebogang Moloto (Lindsay Wilson College)
M Clark Bradford (Christian Brothers University)
D Sam Brooks (Kentucky)
F Luis Piffer (Marshalltown CC/Grand View)
F Kenan Malicevic (Drake)

international flair this year. Okai has played for the Ghana U-17s, Lawal is from Nigeria, Moloto from South Africa, Bradford and Brooks (plus Pearson) are from England, and Piffer is from Brazil, and Malicevic is originally from Bosnia. From last year of course Moffat is from Scotland and Kariya's from Japan.

Menace USASA squad (former players, U-20s, etc.) play KC Athletics (Kansas) in Open Cup qualifying at Cownie tomorrow at 2.

2010 Schedule
Sat. May 8 7:30 PM Drake University**
Wed. May 12 6:00 PM @ Springfield Demize*
Sat. Mat 15 7:30 PM Rochester Thunder*
Wed. May 19 7:30 PM @ Kansas City Brass*
Sat. May 22 7:30 PM St. Louis Lions*
Sat. May 29 7:30 PM Kansas City Brass
Fri. June 4 8:00 PM @ Real Colorado
Sat. June 5 8:00 PM @ Real Colorado
Sat. June 12 7:30 PM Real Colorado
Sun. June 13 5:00 PM @ St. Louis Lions
Fri. June 18 6:30 PM @ Thunder Bay Chill
Fri. June 19 6:30 PM @ Thunder Bay Chill
Thu. June 24 7:00 PM @ Rochester Thunder
Sat. June 26 7:30 PM Springfield Demize
Sat. July 3 7:30 PM Thunder Bay Chill
Sat. July 10 7:30 PM St. Paul Twin Stars**
Sat. July 17 7:30 PM Kansas City Brass
Sat. July 24 7:30 PM St. Louis Lions

*- Open Cup qualifier
**- Friendly

ragan · May 1, 2010

just realized this... really diggin' the low amount of home games during WC.

Howard the Drake · May 1, 2010

Menace USASA's bid for the Open Cup ends in a 4-4 (6-5 penalties) loss to KC Athletics.

ragan · May 2, 2010

who the hell are menace usasa?

Howard the Drake · May 2, 2010

ragan said: ↑

who the hell are menace usasa?
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They used to go by "Menace Reserves" in this tournament. It's a mix of former players and some younger guys. Yesterday's lineup:

GK-Fitch, D-Staley, Smith, Downes, Scott, M-Perez, McGowan, Boltnar, Otto, F-Piffer and Mujdzic.
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ragan · May 2, 2010

okay that's who I thought they were, thought they still were by that name from years ago.

Buzz Killington · May 3, 2010

Had this pointed out to me by someone, there's a new league with a team in Des Moines, the National Star Soccer League.

http://nationalstarsoccerleague.com/index.htm

Apparently there's going to be a team called Real Des Moines and a team in Sioux City, Omaha, and Schuyler, NE, along with KC and Emporia.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/national_star_soccer_league/sets/72157623620077105/

Howard the Drake · May 3, 2010

kuhnscoot said: ↑

Had this pointed out to me by someone, there's a new league with a team in Des Moines, the National Star Soccer League.

http://nationalstarsoccerleague.com/index.htm

Apparently there's going to be a team called Real Des Moines and a team in Sioux City, Omaha, and Schuyler, NE, along with KC and Emporia.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/national_star_soccer_league/sets/72157623620077105/
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I am intrigued although there is absolutely nothing on the web about them. According to that site, they played a home match on Saturday. However, we do not know where...there is nothing on Facebook, Twitter, anything.

When you consider the issues that the Menace have reaching certain groups, a well-run club could potentially do fine without necessarily impacting the Menace.

By the way, Real Des Moines FC is a terrible name, but that is a sweet crest.

SnakeEyes · May 4, 2010

Hey where did this come from?

SnakeEyes · May 4, 2010

Any predictions on how much of an effect that Alberto Garcia Aspe will have?

IowaGunner · May 4, 2010

Here is my prediction for the Alberto Garcia Aspe appearance...

You will see a brief influx of Mexican fans for one game. These fans would possibly be core Menace supporters if the games were anywhere but Valley Stadium. They will briefly step out of their comfort zone to see Aspe, but will not really want to venture back to Valley for future games. We should make them feel welcome and try to attract them back, even if the stadium and location are not ideal.

As much as I'm not a fan of the Mexican National Team, I would readily welcome their fans to the fold of Menace supporters. They are knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and passionate. They would likely want to embrace something local and make it excellent. Most importantly, they probably don't give a flying f*** about the t-shirt cannon. I hope that the draw of Alberto Garcia Aspe brings a few new long term fans, but I'm not sure that will happen.

ragan · May 5, 2010

kuhnscoot said: ↑

Had this pointed out to me by someone, there's a new league with a team in Des Moines, the National Star Soccer League.

http://nationalstarsoccerleague.com/index.htm

Apparently there's going to be a team called Real Des Moines and a team in Sioux City, Omaha, and Schuyler, NE, along with KC and Emporia.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/national_star_soccer_league/sets/72157623620077105/
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That is a horrible site. Like honestly I could build one better with my eyes closed. Damn that's awful.

IowaGunner · May 5, 2010

So what is the plan before the Menace play on Saturday? Is anyone meeting anywhere before the match?

aetraxx7 · May 5, 2010

Howard the Drake said: ↑

I am intrigued although there is absolutely nothing on the web about them. According to that site, they played a home match on Saturday. However, we do not know where...there is nothing on Facebook, Twitter, anything.

When you consider the issues that the Menace have reaching certain groups, a well-run club could potentially do fine without necessarily impacting the Menace.

By the way, Real Des Moines FC is a terrible name, but that is a sweet crest.
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God, through a "United" & "1851" on that and I think you'd have hit every possible psuedo European soccer name ever. Good lord.Anybody know where they are going to play. That website says jack.

SnakeEyes · May 5, 2010

IowaGunner said: ↑

So what is the plan before the Menace play on Saturday? Is anyone meeting anywhere before the match?
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I'm waiting to hear back from Buz soon. Should know soon.

Howard the Drake · May 5, 2010

aetraxx7 said: ↑

Anybody know where they are going to play. That website says jack.
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That's an excellent question. It seems to be a bit of a secret.

Howard the Drake · May 5, 2010

More new players, here is the roster from what's been announced:

Announced Returning Players
M Ross Moffatt- 13 (2)
F Armin Mujdzic- 10 (5)
F Sterling Copeland- 14 (3)
D Nick Foster- 8 (0)
M Yuki Kariya- 11 (2)
D Jack Pearson- 16 (2)
F Jacob Schmoker- 17 (1)
F Hunter Kennedy- 6 (3)
M Michael Thaden- 3 (0)

Announced Newcomers (updated)
GK Jason Williams (University of Mobile)
M Stephen Okai (University of Mobile)
MJubril Lawal (University of Mobile)
M Lebogang Moloto (Lindsay Wilson College)
M Clark Bradford (Christian Brothers University)
D Sam Brooks (Kentucky)
F Luis Piffer (Marshalltown CC/Grand View)
F Kenan Malicevic (Drake)
M Matt Kuhn (Drake)
M/F Husref Jupic (Western Illinois)
GK Billy Thompson (Loyola Marymount)
GK Jake Wright (Hartwick College)
D Roger Downes (Loyola Marymount)
M/F Logan McDaniel (Loyola Marymount)
M/F Lokahi Bounds (University of the Cumberlands)
F Juan Hoyos (Northern Illinois)
M Luis Mojica (Northern Illinois)
F Michael Lind (Oral Roberts)
D Kalen Ryden (Oral Roberts)

the full roster as announced so far (assuming it's close to full):

2010 Des Moines Menace
GK Billy Thompson (Loyola Marymount)
GK Jake Wright (Hartwick College)
GK Jason Williams (University of Mobile)
D Sam Brooks (Kentucky)
D Kalen Ryden (Oral Roberts)
D Roger Downes (Loyola Marymount)
D Nick Foster (Drake)
D Jack Pearson (Dayton)
M Ross Moffatt (unattached)
M Yuki Kariya (Auburn-Montgomery)
M Michael Thaden (Drake)
M Stephen Okai (University of Mobile)
M Jubril Lawal (University of Mobile)
M Lebogang Moloto (Lindsay Wilson College)
M Clark Bradford (Christian Brothers University)
M Luis Mojica (Northern Illinois)
M Matt Kuhn (Drake)
M/F Husref Jupic (Western Illinois)
M/F Logan McDaniel (Loyola Marymount)
M/F Lokahi Bounds (University of the Cumberlands)
F Jacob Schmoker- (Fort Lewis)
F Hunter Kennedy (Drake)
F Michael Lind (Oral Roberts)
F Juan Hoyos (Northern Illinois)
F Luis Piffer (Marshalltown CC/Grand View)
F Kenan Malicevic (Drake)
F Armin Mujdzic (unattached)
F Sterling Copeland (Oral Roberts)

Buzz Killington · May 5, 2010

Interesting last I heard from my parents my brother was still deciding between Des Moines and staying in KC this summer...

SnakeEyes · May 5, 2010

Too bad. We're claiming him

tKCyclone · May 5, 2010

maybe he decided that he liked winning...

Buzz Killington · May 5, 2010

I'm not saying he should have chose the Brass. I'm just saying last I heard (Sunday) he was still deciding.

SnakeEyes · May 6, 2010

But.. who DOESNT want to play for Laurie?

SnakeEyes · May 7, 2010

Tomorrow night's game kicks off at 7:30. While things aren't finalized regarding tailgating for the season, tomorrow what we are going to do is grab the first northernmost spots in the church parking lot to the south of the stadium. I'm expecting to be around at 6:00. Bring cups!

If you ordered a Join or Die USA scarf, I will have them tomorrow night. $22 cash.

bc chill · May 7, 2010

http://thunderbaychill.com/home/426527.html

Be afraid.

Be very afraid.

SnakeEyes · May 7, 2010