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SAM Soccer 2026 Fall League Winners!
SAM Soccer Fall League Winners! Congratulations to the SAM Soccer Recreational and Select Fall League Winners: Recreational Generations FC 9UG Barcelona USA Maryland (Boys 9U) Fuego FC (Jaguars (Parker)) (Boys 9U) Leenca Soccer Academy U10 (Boys U10) Poolesville Falcons (Munro) (Boys U10) Poolesville Wildcats (Arellano) (Girls U10) R.S.C 2016/2017 (Boys U11) Poolesville FC (Boys 12U) …
Read MoreFair Play Please Award Winners!
Leidos Fair Play Please Award Winners Announced At SAM Soccer, we think sportsmanship is the most important part of our game. While we want children to grow their talent within the game we believe that having proper sportsmanship throughout the game no matter what the score is essential to providing a positive environment for our…
Read MoreAdult League Playbook: Inside the 40+ League
40+ Adult League Team Spotlight: Mercenaries By Tessa Alegre 15 years ago, Jose Irigoyen and Giles Cohen signed up independently to join an adult men’s soccer team. They had been playing soccer their entire lives, but with family obligations and child rearing, the game was put on the back burner. Yet, what started as a…
Read MoreThe Playbook: Spring 2026 Quiet Weekend Standouts
Thank you to all the players, families, coaches, and supporters who took part in Spring 2026 Quiet Weekend! The energy, sportsmanship, and player leadership on display throughout the weekend made it a huge success. Quiet Weekend is designed to give players the opportunity to communicate, make decisions, and solve problems on their own during games …
Read MoreAdult League Playbook: Leading with Resilience
Leading with Resilience From injury comeback to captain in the adult co-ed league at Maryland SoccerPlex Player Spotlight of Dani Ovetsky By Tessa Alegre On any given night at Maryland SoccerPlex, Dani Ovetsky, team captain of K-FC, stands out. His strides are controlled and his touches deliberate. However, many players may not realize that his…
Read MoreThe Adult League Playbook: The Work Behind the Game
The Work Behind the Game: Chelsea Khoury by Tessa Alegre A clipboard in one hand, a pile of rosters sitting in her lap, phone ringing, a line of clients building in the front with a group of her employees clustering for direction in the back, it’s an ordinary workday for Chelsea Khoury. After attending Virginia Commonwealth…
Read MoreAge Group Updates for 2026–27
A New Chapter for SAM Soccer Families: Age Group Updates for 2026–27 At SAM Soccer, we’re always looking for ways to make the game more fun, inclusive, and rewarding for every player and family. That’s why we’re excited to share an important update coming for the 2026–2027 soccer season! Starting in August 2026, SAM Soccer…
Read MoreThe Adult League Playbook: Smart Fueling for Soccer Players
⚽ Kickoff Ready: Smart Fueling for Soccer Players By Tessa Alegre Fueling your body before a game is essential for performance, health, and injury prevention. It can be difficult to gauge how much to eat and when to eat before a game, especially when the games fall between 7:00 pm and 11:00 pm. Here are…
Read MoreThe Playbook: Fall 2025 Wraps!
And Just Like That… Fall 2025 Wraps! Another incredible season is in the books at SAM Soccer! This fall was packed with goals, teamwork, and plenty of high-fives — and we couldn’t have done it without our amazing community. A huge thank you to all the parents, coaches, clubs, and players who made the season…
Read MoreThe Playbook: Inside Fall Quiet Weekend
Silence Never Looked So Good! To all the players, families, and friends who joined us for Quiet Weekend—thank you! 🙌⚽ From the creative costumes to the amazing team spirit both on and off the field, you helped turn a slightly rainy weekend 🌧️ into a true celebration of community, sportsmanship, and fun. We loved seeing…
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