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FC Cincinnati sets record, secures home playoff game

By: Micah Price ~Staff Writer~ FC Cincinnati (FCC) secured a win and a home playoff game on Saturday in front of a record crowd of 24,376 fans. Currently third place in the Eastern Conference of the United Soccer League, the team played its final home game of the regular season. The Orange and Blue defeated Orlando City B 1-0 on a goal from newly acquired forward Casey Townsend. “I got the slightest of touches on it,” said Townsend, formerly of Major League Soccer side Chivas USA, in a late press conference after the game. “I barely got a touch on … Continue reading FC Cincinnati sets record, secures home playoff game

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A Successful Start for FC Cincinnati

By: Donald Menke ~Staff Writer~ FC Cincinnati has only been in existence since Aug. 12, 2015, but it has been a very good year for the young franchise. The club plays at Nippert Stadium and has made substantial progress since it was founded. Currently, FC Cincy is in third place in the United Soccer League with 42 points. They are five points behind current leaders Louisville City FC and New York Red Bulls II, who each have 47. Even though it’s only been one year, FC Cincy has managed to develop a few rivalries. One is Louisville City FC, which … Continue reading A Successful Start for FC Cincinnati

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Opinion: Let pros groom future pros

By: Andrew Utz ~Staff Writer~ Every year at Xavier, the end of season discussion becomes who is going to go pro or not. So far, we have had goalkeeper Dallas Jaye sign with the newly-formed FC Cincinnati as well as some of the basketball team desire to participate in the NBA draft combine. While Jaye does not have any eligibility remaining for his collegiate career, sophomore guard Trevon Bluiett and junior forward Jalen Reynolds each have some time left to either continue playing for Xavier or become professional athletes. Schools spend vast amounts of time with high school students in order … Continue reading Opinion: Let pros groom future pros