Pictures from the Disney President's Day Tournament in Florida at the ESPN World Wide Sports Complex
Previous Chicago Fire Coach now looks over his Philadelphia Union Select Team
Making a name for himself at the Philadelphia Union, Juan Flores, 31, is in his first year coaching for their Youth Department. Having previous experience with coaching at MLS Chicago Fire, Flores had the right confidence and energy entering the coaching stage in Philadelphia. Looking onto the field at his team at the ESPN World Wide Sports Complex, Flores gets ready for a great game with his team. Orlando, Florida. February, 2026. (Kassandra Mull/Philadelphia Union Youth Dept.).
From Chester, PA all the Way down to Orlando, FL the Philadelphia Union takes home two trophies
The 2026 Disney President's Day Tournament in Orlando Florida at the ESPN World Wide Sports Complex brings in teams from all over the world to play the one game they all love, soccer. The Philadelphia Union Youth Departments Winter Select teams run by Patrick Kelleher brought 9 teams to the tournament in hopes to bring home some trophies. By the end of the week, The 2017 Winter Select team coached by Lucas Milazzo and 2016 Winter Select team coached by Tyler Fenstermacher made headway as both won their age groups in the finals and took home trophies. From creating a scoring gap in the beginning Fenstermacher and his team sealed the game in a 6-3 win, while Milazzo came back in a 3-2 win after trailing behind in the first half. Orlando, Florida. February, 2026. (Kassandra Mull/Philadelphia Union Youth Dept.).
Philadelphia Union Winter Select Team itching for a spot in the Semifinals
Jackson Conway opens up the midfield as he tries to advance the field into the opposition's half. Midfielder for the Philadelphia Union 2013 Winter Select Team, Conway and his teammates leave it all on the field as they try to advance through the group stages onto the semifinals. Traveling from Chester, Pennsylvania all the way down to Orlando Florida, the Union gave all their energy at the Disney President's Day Tournament. Orlando, Florida. February, 2026. (Kassandra Mull/Philadelphia Union Youth Dept.).
Playing Soccer doesn't stop after College; SoFive Cherry Hill welcomes Soccer Players of all levels
Do you ever miss the feeling of scoring a goal? Blocking a shot? Lacing up your boots and taking that first step on the pitch? Soccer is a sport for any person of any age, and creates a lasting feeling. In Cherry Hill, New Jersey Sofive welcomes all players of any skill set and age to come out and play.
Monday through Thursday nights opens up the building, while three games are played on the field simultaneously. Thursday nights holds leagues for all players over the age of 40, and the love for the sport shows. From 8-10pm games run along with passion and energy.
Both Larry Stefani and Donny Felton are in the over 40 league and their love of soccer has never stopped. Starting when he was 4, Stefani played throughout his life, as he got older he started playing in an outdoor league. When he gets a call about being a fill-in, Stefani learns about Sofive. After just playing once, Stefani joined a team and has been playing since. When being asked about what keeps him playing, "I'm just trying to get exercise and still play competitively. I just love the game." The love of the game always brings joy in people's lives.
Donny Felton had a similar start to Stefani as he started playing around the age of 6. Knowing about Sofive since it was originally ISC Cherry Hill then XL Sports, Felton is no stranger to the area. When talking about being able to play, Felton spoke about the connection the sport has to him, "I just love it, I love to play. It's fun. I coach, I've got kids, they got me back into it as I got older."
While many people just see soccer as another sport, everyone at Sofive shows love and meaning to everyone playing. Soccer is for all and there are many opportunities to continue playing with Sofive being a great place to join.
Sofive is partnered with English Premier League team Manchester City
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The Over 40 League plays on Thursday nights starting at 8, with their last game starting at 10pm.
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Players from all over south Jersey join in at Sofive
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Home Town Interview
I got the chance to interview McKenzie Kaiser from my Digital Journalism class to learn a little bit about her hometown and growing up!
Inside Insights from an Athlete in Adult Soccer Leagues
Scott Devecchio Jr. from Blackwood, NJ talks about his connection with Adult Soccer Leagues, and his journey through playing soccer and the soul ties he has with the sport and how it has been along side him all his life.
My Favorite Book from Middle School
Mackenzie Kaiser reminisces on her favorite book from Middle School, Dork Diaries. Remembering reading it in class and her favorite parts are just some of Kaiser's favorite parts of the book.
Video Project
Director of PDP, and Affiliates, Tyler Fenstermacher, is excited to share new programs starting this summer for the Philadelphia Union Youth Department.