The Bridge Futbol Alliance, (Bridge FA), is a reality in the low country.
Recently this concept was tested with two teams playing in the TFC Friendlies in Fayetteville, NC, in the middle to latter part of February. Last weekend, the first competitive tournament was entered with a U14 team (Bridge FA 90s) playing up in the U15 age group at the Beach FC Spring Classic held in Va Beach. The team was rostered under US Club Soccer for this tournament. This team, comprised of players from the Coastal Attack 90's, former Mount Pleasant Patriots, SSC Sporting, SSC Rapids Blue, and SSC Rapids White, were the Champions of the rain shortened tournament, with a goal differential of 14-1. There were two complete games with a 10-0 goal differential, and then a shortened, 15 minute half semi, score 4-1, and finally a PK only final which was won 4-1. Both the TFC Friendlies and the Spring Classic have had very positive results. Excitement is high as we begin to truly pool the talent in the low country.
Bridge FA, is a new and separate club, formed as an alliance with other low country soccer clubs. Currently the James Island Youth Soccer Club, and the Summerville Soccer Club have formed the alliance, and discussions are continuing with other area clubs. The concept of Bridge FA is that it will become the low country "challenge" level club. Bridge FA will begin operations with the Fall 05 season. Tryout dates and locations are being finalized. Watch for additional information.
