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Michael Battista

A modest proposal: How to salvage 2020 US Open Cup amid coronovirus pandemic

March 27, 2020 by Michael Battista

A proposed 2020 US Open Cup bracket

Since the prospect of the US Open Cup’s temporary suspension becoming permanent is a reality, we have created a backup plan in an effort to keep the second-oldest continually-operating tournament in the world going.

Filed Under: 2020 US Open Cup, Feature - Main, US Open Cup Tagged With: 2020 US Open Cup

Which NPSL, USL League Two teams are likely to play in 2020 US Open Cup?

December 20, 2019 by Michael Battista

The Des Moines Menace huddle up before kickoff of their First Round match vs. Duluth FC in the 2019 US Open Cup. Photo: Des Moines Menace

Despite the official announcement not happening until Jan. 9, teams from the NPSL and USL League Two have been receiving word and announcing their acceptance into the 2020 Lamar Hunt US Open Cup on social media.

Filed Under: Feature - Main, Feature - Qualifying, US Open Cup, US Open Cup Qualifying Tagged With: 2020 US Open Cup, 2020 US Open Cup Qualifying, National Premier Soccer League, NPSL, US Soccer, USL League 2, USL2

2020 US Open Cup Qualifying Win & You’re In: Flooding aids NY Pancyprian Freedoms’ return to USOC

November 27, 2019 by Michael Battista

Heavy rain and flooding brought an early end to the 2020 US Open Cup qualifier between the New York Pancyprian Freedoms and Brockton FC United. The Freedoms punched their ticket to the 107th edition of the tournament since they were leading 1-0 when the game was halted.

Filed Under: 2020 US Open Cup, Feature - Main, Feature - Qualifying, US Open Cup, US Open Cup Qualifying Tagged With: 2020 US Open Cup Qualifying, Brockton United, NY Pancyprian Freedoms

2020 US Open Cup Qualifying goalscoring leaders

November 3, 2019 by Michael Battista

Mohamed “James” Sesay of NTX Rayados celebrates one of his four goals against Inocentes Futbol Club in the 2020 US Open Cup qualifying tournament. Photo: NTX Rayados

The goal leaders from the Open Division Local Qualifying tournament for the 2020 Lamar Hunt US Open Cup

Filed Under: 2020 US Open Cup, Feature - Main, Feature - Qualifying, US Open Cup, US Open Cup Qualifying Tagged With: 2020 US Open Cup Qualifying

2020 US Open Cup Qualifying Round 2: NY Pancyprian Freedoms win league title game rematch to advance

October 23, 2019 by Michael Battista

The New York Pancyprian Freedoms and the Cedar Stars Academy Westchester, who met in the Cosmopolitan Soccer League championship game, met again in the 2020 US Open Cup qualifying tournament. Photo: Michael Battista

The three-time US Open Cup champion New York Pancyprian Freedoms advanced to the Third Round of the Open Division Local qualifying tournament for the 2020 US Open Cup with a win over its Cosmopolitan Soccer League (CSL) counterpart Cedar Stars Academy Westchester, 2-0, on Sunday afternoon.

Filed Under: 2020 US Open Cup, Feature - Main, Feature - Qualifying, US Open Cup, US Open Cup Qualifying Tagged With: 2020 US Open Cup Qualifying, Cedar Star Academy, Cedar Stars Academy Westchester, Cosmopolitan Soccer League, new york pancyprian freedoms

2020 US Open Cup Qualifying Round 1: Ovan Oakley’s late winner helps CSA Westchester edge Jackson Lions

September 26, 2019 by Michael Battista

A shot from a 2020 US Open Cup qualifying match between the Jackson Lions and CSA Westchester. Photo: Michael Battista

In Sunday’s first US Open Cup Qualifier, Cedar Stars Academy (known in tournament logs as CSA Westchester) defeated Jackson Lions FC, 2-1, off a late goal and a confusing red card.

Filed Under: 2020 US Open Cup, Feature - Main, Feature - Qualifying, US Open Cup, US Open Cup Qualifying Tagged With: 2020 US Open Cup Qualifying, CSA Westchester, Jackson Lions FC

Who should win 2019 TheCup.us Overall Player of the Tournament?

September 17, 2019 by Michael Battista

The voting is conducted by TheCup.us staff, a select panel from the North American Soccer Reporters, and patrons who’ve pledged $10 or more to the TheCup.us on Patreon.

Filed Under: 2019 US Open Cup, Feature - Main, US Open Cup Tagged With: 2019 US Open Cup, Player of the Round, Player of the Tournament

Who should win TheCup.us Lower Division Player of the Tournament for 2019 US Open Cup?

September 4, 2019 by Michael Battista

2019 TheCup.us Lower Division Player of the Tournament nominees (from left to right): Kevaughn Frater (New Mexico United), Devon Sandoval (New Mexico United), Blake Frischkecht (Orange County FC), Valentin Sabella (Florida Soccer Soldiers), Sam Fink (Saint Louis FC)

The award is voted on by TheCup.us staff and a select panel from the North American Soccer Reporters and select backers (those that pledge $10 or more) from TheCup.us’ Patreon team.

Filed Under: 2019 US Open Cup, Feature - Main, US Open Cup Tagged With: 2019 US Open Cup, Player of the Round, Player of the Tournament

Which NPSL teams will qualify for 2020 US Open Cup?

August 9, 2019 by Michael Battista

Miami FC celebrate their 2019 NPSL championship. Photo: NPSL

We now have a clearer picture as to what NPSL teams have the inside track to qualify for the 2020 edition of the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup.

Filed Under: 2020 US Open Cup, Feature - Main, US Open Cup Tagged With: 2020 US Open Cup Qualifying, NPSL

2019 US Open Cup Round 4: Teal Bunbury of New England Revolution voted TheCup.us Player of the Round

June 18, 2019 by Michael Battista

The award is voted on by TheCup.us staff and a select panel from the North American Soccer Reporters and select backers (those that pledge $10 or more) from TheCup.us’ Patreon team

Filed Under: 2019 US Open Cup, Feature - Main, US Open Cup Tagged With: 2019 US Open Cup, New England Revolution, Player of the Round

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U.S. Open Cup History

Ben Miller FC - 1920 National Challenge Cup champions

St. Louis’ US Open Cup legacy began in 1920 with Ben Miller FC

In front of 12,000 fans at Handlan’s Park in St. Louis, Ben Miller FC became the first team from the west to win the National Challenge Cup, defeating Fore River 2-1

  • 1935 National Challenge Cup Semifinals: After 29 days, Central Breweries win 3-game Western Final
  • 1995 US Open Cup: Rob Ukrop of Richmond Kickers voted TheCup.us Player of the Tournament
  • 1995 US Open Cup Final: Jeff Causey of Richmond Kickers voted TheCup.us Player of Round
  • 1995 US Open Cup Final: Richmond Kickers survive heat, beat El Paso Patriots in PKs to win title
  • 1995 US Open Cup Final Preview: El Paso Patriots hosting amateur Richmond Kickers in “El Sauna”

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