Entries by Ava Lynch

Sal Rapaglia, ENYSSA President, Passes Away

Previously the president of ENYSSA, Sal Rapaglia has recently passed away at age 84. More details about Sal’s history and impact with USASA can be found here.    Here are the details regarding the services:   The wake is being held at Bedell-Pizzo Funeral Home 7447 Amboy Road Staten Island, NY 10307 Friday 2-5pm, and […]

New England Breakers Represent the US at the GIFT

The Grannies International Football Tournament, or GIFT, was held in Tzaneen, South Africa, and our very own New England Breakers (known at Veterans Cup as the Baystate Breakers) competed on behalf of the United States. Seven countries (Togo, United States, Kenya, France, South Africa, Mozambique, and Zambia) were represented at this second edition of the […]

US Open Cup Round Two Recap for USASA Teams

  There were 3 USASA-affiliated teams that advanced to the second round of the US Open Cup. Here’s how it went:   El Farolito (NPSL) vs. Monterey Bay FC (4/1) Early in the match, Monterey Bay FC came out strong with offensive attempts and defensive denials. They even took a first-half 1-0 lead, but that […]

Open Cup 2025: Round One Results for USASA Teams

In this year’s Open Cup, 13 different USASA-affiliated teams competed in the first round. Here’s a breakdown of each first round match.   New York Shockers (NPSL) vs. Hartford Athletic (3/18) Heading into the match with a small bench, the New York Shockers had a hard fight ahead as they faced off with Hartford Athletic. […]

Hank Steinbrecher (Former U.S. Soccer Secretary General) Passes Away

Hank Steinbrecher, a prominent face in the adult soccer landscape, has passed away on Tuesday, March 25th at age 77.   Bruce Bode – Executive Director, USASA: “I’ll remember Hank for his kindness and generosity. He graciously offered his counsel to me when I joined USASA. The number of  people he touched, both inside and […]