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Spokane Shine vs. Portland Rain U23
Joe Albi Stadium - Spokane, Wa
Spokane Shine win 3-0
Shine - 12 Shots, 12 Saves
Goals: Annie Millard 21st (assist Ashley Ames)
Marissa Mykines PK 25th
Jaymie Balcom 47th (assist Marissa Mykines)
The sun came out on Sunday as the Spokane Shine dominated for much of the match as Spokane shutout the Rain, 3-0.
The first half was all Shine as Ashley Ames found Annie Millard who put the ball in the back of the net in the 21st minute to make it 1-0. Not even 4 minutes later, Millard was brought down in the box and it was Marissa Mykines who converted the penalty kick to make it 2-0.
In the second half, Mykines would find Jaymie Balcom in the 47th minute to go up 3-0. Portland would go on to take 10 shots on goal in the second half, but goalies Sarah Wood and Shannon Delarosbil would not be denied as the duo helped the Shine to the shutout.
Spokane (2-2-1) will take next weekend off before heading to Portland to face the Rain on July 1st. The Shine will finish up their home games the following weekend at North Idaho College (1000 West Garden Avenue, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) as they host the Oregon Rush. Tickets can be purchased at the gate for $5.
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Spokane Shine vs. Portland Rain
Joe Albi Stadium - Spokane, Wa
Spokane Shine
16 Shots, 11 Saves (Shannon Delabrosil), 3 Corners
Goals: Kelly Zakrzewski 7' (Assist: Jael Hagerott)
Portland Rain
15 Shots, 8 Saves, 6 Corners
Goals: Nicole Wilcox 64' (Assist: Marissa Wilkins)
Vicky Cruz 73'
Alicia Rutz 89'
The Spokane Shine led for most of Sunday's match, but the Rain would storm back for 3 goals late in the second half on there way to a 3-1 win. Scoring started early on with Jael Hagerott making a nice run through the Rain midfield and finding Kelly Zakrzewski who tallied the first goal only 7 minutes into the game.
The Rain would control possession for much of the remainder of the first half, while the Shine would grab control early in the second. Things turned however, when Marissa Wilkins found Nicole Wilcox on a cross, followed by Wilcox with solid header to come even at 1-1. Unassisted tallies from Vicky Cruz (73rd) and Alicia Ruiz (89th) would help seal the win for Portland.
The Portland Rain will return to Joe Albi with their U-23 squad (0-3) this weekend to face the Shine (1-2-1). Saturday's game will begin at 7pm, while Sunday's starts at 3pm. Tickets can be purchased through TicketWest or the gate for $5.
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Spokane Shine Midfielder Jael Hagerott Named "Team Of The Week" Honorable Mention By WPSL
Spokane Shine midfielder Jael Hagerott was named honorable mention for the WPSL team of the week for her performance this past weekend against the Oregon Rush. Hagerott scored the lone goal in a 1-0 victory on Saturday off of a scorching free kick in the 79th minute.
Hagerott, a graduate of Whitworth University, took over as head coach of the women's squad at Whitworth this past spring. She and her father, Daman Hagerott, switched roles as the elder Hagerott took over her previous role as his assistant.
Jael Hagerott, who is largely regarded as one of the greatest female soccer players to come from the greater Spokane area, was a two time CoSIDA Academic All-American. Hagerott holds the all-time record for assists (30) and is one of the all-time goal scorers in Pirate history with 30 in her four years there. Her performance in 2007 helped to lead the Pirates to an 18-3 finish along with an appearance in the NCAA Division III tournament that same year.
The Spokane Shine begin their home opening weekend this Saturday June 11th with a 7pm start at Joe Albi Stadium as they take on the first place Portland Rain. Tickets can be purchased at the gate or at TicketWest.com.
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Spokane Shine Begin 2011 Summer Campaign
Spokane, WA — May 27, 2011 - The Spokane Shine (formerly the Spokane Black Widows) host the Portland Rain on Saturday June 11th at Joe Albi Stadium. The kickoff for the home opener is at 7pm PST. Tickets can be purchased through Ticketwest by calling 1-800-325-SEAT.
The Spokane Shine competes in the Northwest Division of the Women's Premier Soccer League (WPSL), the largest women's soccer league in the world. The Shine begin the season in Bend, Oregon next Friday, June 3rd with a two game series against the Oregon Rush. Head Coach Jason Quintero and staff return this summer after finishing their 2010 season at 6-5-1 as the Spokane Black Widows.
The name isn't the only thing that has changed! The Shine welcome a new crop of local soccer standouts including Sarah Wood (Lewis & Clark), Denae Brooks (CV High School), Hannah Holm (University High School), and Ashley Ames and Shannon Lindsay of Gonzaga Prep.
The Spokane Shine will play their home games at Joe Albi Stadium the weekends of June 11/12th and June 18/19th and at North Idaho College for their July 9th and 10th games. For a complete Spokane Shine schedule, visit the WPSL website.
For more news and information on the Spokane Shine visit our website at www.shinesoccer.com, join us on Facebook or contact head coach Jason Quintero.
About the Women's Premier Soccer League (WPSL): The WPSL is a 60-plus team national league for the summer 2011 season competing in five conferences and is the largest women's league in the world. The League is sanctioned by the United States Adult Soccer Association (USASA) as an affiliate of United States Soccer Federation (USSF). The WPSL's mission is to provide the highest level of soccer in our effort to: bring affordable & quality family entertainment to the community; display positive role models for our youth; while, being a stepping stone for aspiring professional and international-level players.
For more information, visit our official website at http://www.wpsl.info, phone us at 1-800-854-0913 or contact us via email at media@wpslsoccer.com. You can also keep up with our league on our social media networking sites on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter!
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The Spokane Shine, the highest level of Women's competitive Soccer in our area, invites the community to attend a special "Meet the Team Party"
Soccer fans will have two opportunities to Meet the Team at our special events happening in Spokane and in Coeur d'Alene.
Coeur d'Alene Meet the Team Party Details:
Monday, June 6th at 6pm, hosted by The Grille from Ipanema located at 601 Front Avenue, Suite 101 in Coeur d'Alene. Fans will be treated to a special discount on delicious food at The Grille from Ipanema, the first and only all you can eat Brazilian Steakhouse in Coeur d'Alene and Spokane.
Spokane Meet the Team Party Details:
Wednesday, June 8th, 5:30pm-8:30pm hosted by Sky High Sports, The Trampoline Place, located at 1322 E. Front Street in Spokane. A special "Eat & Jump" discounted package is available for fans. Get 2 hours of jumping and all you can eat pizza made by Daddy's Belly Deli for only $13.00!!
Members of the Coaching staff, players, and the Shine mascot will be on hand at both parties to sign autographs and take pictures. Be sure to look for the sign-up sheet for ball girls and ball boys to participate during Shine home games. 2011 season passes will be available at this event.
The Shine will open the season at Joe Albi Stadium against the Portland Rain on June 11th, 7pm. Season tickets are still available and can be purchased by calling Linda Davis at 208-755-3637
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The Spokane Shine, the highest level of Women's Competitive Soccer in our area, plays 6 home games
Coaches Jason Quintero and Stephen Brown are proud to present these opportunities for fans to see their team in action. Quintero says, "This team is a top level outlet for women soccer players here. We strive to be a positive influence in the community by reaching out to families with young kids, plus we support and provide tickets to groups such as Special Olympics, Special Needs Recreation, Make a Wish, Starlight and Hutton Settlement. We'd love to give tickets to more organizations like these who want to experience our exciting games."
This affordable family entertainment happens at Albi Stadium in Spokane and North Idaho College in Coeur d'Alene:
Joe Albi Stadium: Saturday, June 11th at 7:00pm
Joe Albi Stadium: Sunday, June 12th at 3:00pm
Joe Albi Stadium: Saturday, June 18th at 7:00pm
Joe Albi Stadium: Sunday, June 19th at 3:00pm
North Idaho College: Saturday, July 9th at 7:00pm
North Idaho College: Sunday, July 10th at 3:00pm
Tickets are available at Ticketswest and Sponsor locations including: Travel Leaders, Wendle Ford, Hampton Inn, Positive Changes, People to People, Apex Physical Therapy, Call Before You Dig, Sky High Sports, Colorworks, Grille From Ipanema and Stuart Advertising.
Tickets are $5 for adults, $2 for kids 16 and under. Season passes are $20 for adults and $10 for kids 16 and under.
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Contact Linda Davis at 208-755-3637
