Aromas Café visited the Richmond Kickers hoping to come out giant killers, but their hopes were squashed almost immediately and never revived.
Craig Tower
Craig Tower has been researching and writing for TheCup.us since 2013. As a cultural anthropologist and historian, he takes an interest in soccer in the United States both on and off the field
2016 US Open Cup Round 1: Jersey Express take out another New York opponent, beat Clarkstown Eagles 2-1
Jersey Express won a PDL vs. NPSL matchup with a 2-1 win over Clarkstown SC Eagles.
2016 US Open Cup Round 1: The Villages stun Kraze United in stoppage time in battle of re-branded teams
The Villages SC (PDL) of The Villages, Fla. hosted Kraze United (NPSL) of Orlando at The Villages Polo Field, stunning their guests after 91 minutes of scoreless soccer on a last-minute goal to move on to the second round.
2016 US Open Cup Round 1: Aromas Cafe’s OT winner helps amateur side win cup debut
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2015 US Open Cup Round 2: Harrisburg City Islanders avenge 2013 upset with 3-0 win over Reading United AC
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2014 US Open Cup Round 3: Harrisburg City Islanders hold off Baltimore Bohemians 4-2; will face Philadelphia Union in Round 4
The Islanders found the net three times in the first half, however, and cruised to a 4-2 victory, setting themselves up for a controversial June 17th 4th round matchup against their parent MLS club, the Philadelphia Union.
2014 US Open Cup Round 2: Coach Santino Quaranta leads Baltimore Bohemians to debut win over Icon FC (video)
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