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Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC Drop Result In Sacramento
Sacramento, CA (August 17, 2019) – The Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC fell to the Sacramento Republic FC 4-0 on Saturday night at Papa Murphy's Park.
The Switchbacks had an early opportunity as a back-heel from Tucker Bone set up Saeed Robinson but Robinson's shot was just wide of the near post. Sacramento would take the lead when Jose Villarreal got in behind the defense before slotting his shot into the back of the net. After the break, Sacramento newcomer, Thomas Enevoldsen scored a quick brace to extend the host's lead to three in the 60th minute. In the final half-hour, Cesar Romero fired off a shot that was tipped over the bar by Bobby Shuttleworth but it was Cameron Iwasa that found the back of the net with an emphatic half-volley to finish off the 4-0 win for Sacramento.
The Switchbacks are on the road again on August 24th against Fresno FC at Chukchansi Park. The Switchbacks return to Weidner Field on August 31st to face the Phoenix Rising FC on Free Underwear Night. The first 1,000 fans in attendance will receive a free pair of Switchbacks underwear courtesy of Sheath. Full 16oz beers will be available for $1 for the first 30 minutes after gates open at 5:00 PM. Tickets start at just $12 and are available HERE. For the price of a Switchbacks ticket and 2-5 beers, it is cheaper than buying 2-5 beers at a bar or restaurant.
Sacramento, CA (August 17, 2019) – The Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC fell to the Sacramento Republic FC 4-0 on Saturday night at Papa Murphy’s Park.
The Switchbacks had an early opportunity as a back-heel from Tucker Bone set up Saeed Robinson but Robinson’s shot was just wide of the near post. Sacramento would take the lead when Jose Villarreal got in behind the defense before slotting his shot into the back of the net. After the break, Sacramento newcomer, Thomas Enevoldsen scored a quick brace to extend the host’s lead to three in the 60th minute. In the final half-hour, Cesar Romero fired off a shot that was tipped over the bar by Bobby Shuttleworth but it was Cameron Iwasa that found the back of the net with an emphatic half-volley to finish off the 4-0 win for Sacramento.
The Switchbacks are on the road again on August 24th against Fresno FC at Chukchansi Park. The Switchbacks return to Weidner Field on August 31st to face the Phoenix Rising FC on Free Underwear Night. The first 1,000 fans in attendance will receive a free pair of Switchbacks underwear courtesy of Sheath. Full 16oz beers will be available for $1 for the first 30 minutes after gates open at 5:00 PM. Tickets start at just $12 and are available HERE. For the price of a Switchbacks ticket and 2-5 beers, it is cheaper than buying 2-5 beers at a bar or restaurant.
Vargish's View: Colorado Springs Switchbacks Aiming To Bring Good Form On The Road
It’s Papa Murphy’s Park time as the Colorado Springs Switchbacks head west to California’s capitol city to face Sacramento Republic FC this Saturday evening in the USL Championship. Cameron Iwasa scored the only goal of the game on March 16th at Weidner Field in Colorado Springs as the Switchbacks fell 1-0 to Sacramento in just the second match of the season for the two clubs.
“Both teams are completely different right now,” said Switchbacks captain Jordan Burt. “They’re hitting form and playing well and we’ll watch some of their recent games this week. That’s a good place to play on a good field and in front of a big crowd – I’m excited for it.”
It’s Papa Murphy’s Park time as the Colorado Springs Switchbacks head west to California’s capitol city to face Sacramento Republic FC this Saturday evening in the USL Championship. Cameron Iwasa scored the only goal of the game on March 16th at Weidner Field in Colorado Springs as the Switchbacks fell 1-0 to Sacramento in just the second match of the season for the two clubs.
“Both teams are completely different right now,” said Switchbacks captain Jordan Burt. “They’re hitting form and playing well and we’ll watch some of their recent games this week. That’s a good place to play on a good field and in front of a big crowd – I’m excited for it.”
Rwandan center back Abdul Rwatubyaye snatched a dramatic injury-time equalizer for the Switchbacks last weekend at Weidner Field in a wild 3-3 draw with the Rio Grande Valley FC Toros. “I was very satisfied after getting the goal – we wanted to get a point so that was a good moment for me and the team,” said Rwatubyaye early Tuesday morning in Colorado Springs.
On Monday, Danish striker Thomas Enevoldsen was acquired by Sacramento Republic after having started the 2019 USL Championship season with Indy Eleven. Enevoldsen’s signing comes less than a week after Sacramento Republic added former Major League Soccer goalkeeper Bobby Shuttleworth on-loan from Minnesota United. Shuttleworth is odds-on to make his debut with Sacramento against the Switchbacks, after joining Head Coach Simon Elliott’s team following Minnesota United’s 5-3 loss to FC Dallas on Saturday at Toyota Stadium in which Shuttleworth was an unused substitute.
Rony Argueta will be available for the Switchbacks on Saturday after serving a three-match suspension. “It’s been a long three games for me to be missing and it feels good to be back available,” said Argueta in Colorado Springs. “I’m excited to be back – hopefully I can earn my spot back in the team.”
Rwandan center back Abdul Rwatubyaye snatched a dramatic injury-time equalizer for the Switchbacks last weekend at Weidner Field in a wild 3-3 draw with the Rio Grande Valley FC Toros. “I was very satisfied after getting the goal – we wanted to get a point so that was a good moment for me and the team,” said Rwatubyaye early Tuesday morning in Colorado Springs.
On Monday, Danish striker Thomas Enevoldsen was acquired by Sacramento Republic after having started the 2019 USL Championship season with Indy Eleven. Enevoldsen’s signing comes less than a week after Sacramento Republic added former Major League Soccer goalkeeper Bobby Shuttleworth on-loan from Minnesota United. Shuttleworth is odds-on to make his debut with Sacramento against the Switchbacks, after joining Head Coach Simon Elliott’s team following Minnesota United’s 5-3 loss to FC Dallas on Saturday at Toyota Stadium in which Shuttleworth was an unused substitute.
Rony Argueta will be available for the Switchbacks on Saturday after serving a three-match suspension. “It’s been a long three games for me to be missing and it feels good to be back available,” said Argueta in Colorado Springs. “I’m excited to be back – hopefully I can earn my spot back in the team.”
“We’re looking forward to Rony’s ball-control in the middle of the field and his defensive tenacity – especially against a team as talented and dangerous as Sacramento is at home,” said Switchbacks Interim Head Coach Wolde Harris. “Sacramento have a really strong front-four. [Stefano] Bonomo is a very physical forward and he’s hard to deal with. [Villyan] Bijev and [Sam] Werner are dangerous players and [Cameron] Iwasa is a guy that’s hurt us before. We have to make sure we’re transitioning quickly from defense into our attack and catch Sacramento while they’re disorganized. We gave up a poor goal against Sacramento but at their place this weekend we’ll have another opportunity to pick up points. We’re looking to build off our last two performances – especially offensively – and take what we did well on the road against a good team.”
Just days after announcing they had signed goalkeeper Abe Rodriguez to a professional contract, the Switchbacks announced the signing of Mexican striker Fernando González Delphín on Tuesday morning. “He’s a player with first-team experience in Liga MX,” said Harris. “He can finish chances and that’s what we need. It’s good to have another player who can add to the team when we need points as much as we do now. He’s going to add value to our group and another offensive option for us, and we know he’ll fit in and we look forward to having him here.”
“We’re looking forward to Rony’s ball-control in the middle of the field and his defensive tenacity – especially against a team as talented and dangerous as Sacramento is at home,” said Switchbacks Interim Head Coach Wolde Harris. “Sacramento have a really strong front-four. [Stefano] Bonomo is a very physical forward and he’s hard to deal with. [Villyan] Bijev and [Sam] Werner are dangerous players and [Cameron] Iwasa is a guy that’s hurt us before. We have to make sure we’re transitioning quickly from defense into our attack and catch Sacramento while they’re disorganized. We gave up a poor goal against Sacramento but at their place this weekend we’ll have another opportunity to pick up points. We’re looking to build off our last two performances – especially offensively – and take what we did well on the road against a good team.”
Just days after announcing they had signed goalkeeper Abe Rodriguez to a professional contract, the Switchbacks announced the signing of Mexican striker Fernando González Delphín on Tuesday morning. “He’s a player with first-team experience in Liga MX,” said Harris. “He can finish chances and that’s what we need. It’s good to have another player who can add to the team when we need points as much as we do now. He’s going to add value to our group and another offensive option for us, and we know he’ll fit in and we look forward to having him here.”
“It’s been such a long time since we played Sacramento – I feel like both teams have a different roster now,” said defender Kris Reaves. “We’ll be going in there with a fresh mindset and a new player. It’s exciting and I’m looking forward to see what he does and we all look forward to helping him acclimate to the club and to the team.”
“It’s always good to get new guys in,” added Jordan Burt. “We need more players and to get a guy for this final push really helps us.”
The Switchbacks will conclude their California two step on Saturday, August 24th against Fresno FC at Chukchansi Park before heading back to Weidner Field as they host Phoenix Rising FC on Free Underwear Night, with tickets available HERE. The first 1,000 fans in attendance for the match against USL Championship Western Conference table toppers Phoenix Rising will receive a free pair of underwear, courtesy of Sheath.
Back Road Country Fest will return to Weidner Field on Sunday, October 6th, with Gone West featuring Colbie Caillat, James Barker Band, and Scotty McCreery all performing. Tickets for Back Road Country Fest are available HERE.
“It’s been such a long time since we played Sacramento – I feel like both teams have a different roster now,” said defender Kris Reaves. “We’ll be going in there with a fresh mindset and a new player. It’s exciting and I’m looking forward to see what he does and we all look forward to helping him acclimate to the club and to the team.”
“It’s always good to get new guys in,” added Jordan Burt. “We need more players and to get a guy for this final push really helps us.”
The Switchbacks will conclude their California two step on Saturday, August 24th against Fresno FC at Chukchansi Park before heading back to Weidner Field as they host Phoenix Rising FC on Free Underwear Night, with tickets available HERE. The first 1,000 fans in attendance for the match against USL Championship Western Conference table toppers Phoenix Rising will receive a free pair of underwear, courtesy of Sheath.
Back Road Country Fest will return to Weidner Field on Sunday, October 6th, with Gone West featuring Colbie Caillat, James Barker Band, and Scotty McCreery all performing. Tickets for Back Road Country Fest are available HERE.
Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC Sign Forward Fernando Gonzalez Delfin
Colorado Springs, CO (August 13, 2019) – The Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC announced today that the club has signed Mexican forward Fernando Gonzalez Delfin, pending receipt of his P1-Visa and International Transfer Certificate (ITC) and approval from the USL Championship and US Soccer.
Fernando made 3 appearances in Liga MX, 2 appearances in Copa MX and 14 appearances for the U20 team last season while at Club America, scoring 5 goals. He last appeared for the Mexican U21s last fall in a friendly against Germany.
“Fernando will give us an additional goal-scoring threat as we head into the stretch run of the season. His movement and finishing ability should be a great compliment to the chances currently being created by our side," said Switchbacks Team General Manager, Brian Crookham. “We are thankful to ownership for their willingness to invest in this window as we look to close the current 8 point gap between us and the playoff line.”
Name: Fernando Gonzalez Delfin
Position: Forward
Height: 5' 5"
Weight: 135 lbs.
Date of Birth: September 9, 1997
Age: 21
Hometown: Mexico City, Mexico
Birthplace: Xalapa, Mexico
Colorado Springs, CO (August 13, 2019) – The Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC announced today that the club has signed Mexican forward Fernando Gonzalez Delfin, pending receipt of his P1-Visa and International Transfer Certificate (ITC) and approval from the USL Championship and US Soccer.
Fernando made 3 appearances in Liga MX, 2 appearances in Copa MX and 14 appearances for the U20 team last season while at Club America, scoring 5 goals. He last appeared for the Mexican U21s last fall in a friendly against Germany.
“Fernando will give us an additional goal-scoring threat as we head into the stretch run of the season. His movement and finishing ability should be a great compliment to the chances currently being created by our side,” said Switchbacks Team General Manager, Brian Crookham. “We are thankful to ownership for their willingness to invest in this window as we look to close the current 8 point gap between us and the playoff line.”
Name: Fernando Gonzalez Delfin
Position: Forward
Height: 5′ 5″
Weight: 135 lbs.
Date of Birth: September 9, 1997
Age: 21
Hometown: Mexico City, Mexico
Birthplace: Xalapa, Mexico
The Switchbacks are on the road for their next two games when they take on Sacramento Republic FC on August 17th and Fresno FC on August 24th. The Switchbacks return to Weidner Field on August 31st to face the Phoenix Rising FC on Free Underwear Night. The first 1,000 fans in attendance will receive a free pair of Switchbacks underwear courtesy of Sheath. Full 16oz beers will be available for $1 for the first 30 minutes after gates open at 5:00 PM. Tickets start at just $12 and are available HERE. For the price of a Switchbacks ticket and 2-5 beers, it is cheaper than buying 2-5 beers at a bar or restaurant.
The Switchbacks are on the road for their next two games when they take on Sacramento Republic FC on August 17th and Fresno FC on August 24th. The Switchbacks return to Weidner Field on August 31st to face the Phoenix Rising FC on Free Underwear Night. The first 1,000 fans in attendance will receive a free pair of Switchbacks underwear courtesy of Sheath. Full 16oz beers will be available for $1 for the first 30 minutes after gates open at 5:00 PM. Tickets start at just $12 and are available HERE. For the price of a Switchbacks ticket and 2-5 beers, it is cheaper than buying 2-5 beers at a bar or restaurant.
Colorado Springs Switchbacks Support Local Soccer
During the August 3rd-4th weekend Pride Soccer Club hosted their tournament at Air Force Academy. Ziggy helped pass out winners medals at the switchbacks booth as they awarded these young amazing athletes on their performance.
During the August 3rd-4th weekend Pride Soccer Club hosted their tournament at Air Force Academy. Ziggy helped pass out winners medals at the switchbacks booth as they awarded these young amazing athletes on their performance.
Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC Host Step Up For Literacy 5K
On August 3rd, Wiedner Field and the Switchbacks helped Children's Literacy Center host the Step Up for Literacy 5k. Where People ran a 5k race to help the support of the Children's Literacy Center.
On August 3rd, Wiedner Field and the Switchbacks helped Children’s Literacy Center host the Step Up for Literacy 5k. Where People ran a 5k race to help the support of the Children’s Literacy Center.
Weidner Field Hosting Dead Man's Brewfest & Back Road Country Fest in Colorado Springs
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Colorado Springs Switchbacks Visit Weidner Picnic With Ziggy
On August 2nd, Weidner Apartment Homes had their annual company picnic at John Venezia Community Park. Ziggy was there visiting with families, playing soccer, and helping kids get their faces painted.
On August 2nd, Weidner Apartment Homes had their annual company picnic at John Venezia Community Park. Ziggy was there visiting with families, playing soccer, and helping kids get their faces painted.
Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC Attend Military & First Responders Appreciation
On July 27th at Banning Lewis Ranch Vista Park Oakwood Apartments had a Military and First Responder Appreciation party. Everyone in Colorado Springs was welcome to come, especially those that are Active Duty, Retired, Veterans, First Responders, and their families were welcomed. It was a completely FREE event just to say THANK YOU for all they do for us.
On July 27th at Banning Lewis Ranch Vista Park Oakwood Apartments had a Military and First Responder Appreciation party. Everyone in Colorado Springs was welcome to come, especially those that are Active Duty, Retired, Veterans, First Responders, and their families were welcomed. It was a completely FREE event just to say THANK YOU for all they do for us.
Colorado Springs Switchbacks Attend Goat Patch Anniversary Party
On July 27th Ziggy was at Goat Patch Brewing Company greeting fans and helping Goat Patch Brewery unveil some new beers. There was face painting and The Local Motive party bus stopped by to throw a dance party.
On July 27th Ziggy was at Goat Patch Brewing Company greeting fans and helping Goat Patch Brewery unveil some new beers. There was face painting and The Local Motive party bus stopped by to throw a dance party.
