The U11 Boys entered two teams (Blue and Red) in the Cobras Summer Classic in Rochester, NY.

Fury Team Red kicked-off the tournament with a hard fought 3-2 win in a very physical game.  They then went on to dominate their second game by a score of 18-0.  All 11 players scored at least one goal.

Needing only a draw to secure their spot in the final Team Red left no doubt with a dominant 7-0 win in their third game.  All that was left was to wait and see which team would qualify for the final in the other U11 bracket.

Not wanting to be outdone by their teammates, the Fury Team Blue started their tournament with solid 4-1 win.

In their second game, Team Blue quickly got a substantial lead.  However, while leading 4-0 three quarters into the game they seemed to lose their concentration and allowed the opposition to come back and tie it in the final minute.  Some of the boys, clearly disappointed in the draw, vowed to learn from the experience.

Needing a win in their final round-robin game Team Blue proved that they were ready to bounce back with a 5-2 win in which they were never really threatened.

Team Blue’s big win confirmed their spot at the top of their bracket and would set-up an “All-Fury Final”.

It was then decided that, rather than play against their usual teammates, they would share the title as co-champions.

The feedback that I got from parents and coaches of the other teams present was very positive as they were impressed with the Ottawa Fury’s clean, skilled, ball-control style that our boys displayed.

 

Way to go U11 boys!!!

 

According to the Chinese calendar 2010 is deemed 'the year of the tiger', but after the year that the Ottawa Fury had 2010 truly was 'the year of the Fury'. From successes on the international scene with teams in France and England to youth players signing professional contacts to the W-League and PDL teams run in the playoffs it was an exciting season for the Fury. 2010 was capped of by the U17 capturing the Super Y-League North American Championship and the Fury Youth Program being ranked #2 in North America. With John Pugh's recent partnership with OSEG and his efforts to bring a professional soccer team to Ottawa 2011 is sure to be another exciting year for soccer in our Nation's Capital!

A few weeks ago, Ismail Sow was invited to train with MK DONS Academy in Milton Keynes, North of London, England. There, he was reunited with one of his former teammates and very good friend, Elliot Simmons. Ismail was able to train with the U13s (Elliot's team), U14s and U16s for the whole week.

Coaches, players and staff of MK Dons Academy all made this a fantastic experience and I would like to thank them all for that. Last but not least, seeing my brother Elliot and his family was priceless! Thanks to the entire Simmons family for everything.

This past fall Russell Public school held its eighth annual friendly soccer tournament that included five schools in the Upper Canada School Board - Cambridge, Pleasant Corners, Rockland, Winchester and Russell Public. The grade 6 RPS team won the championship over Rockland 2-0. Ottawa Fury Academy Girls player Megan Bowman was recognized for sportsmanship as was her younger brother Matthew Bowman who placed third with his grade 5 team.

The Fury U10 Boys squad fielded two teams in the U11 Boys Premier and Division 1 sections of the 4th annual Capital United Mini-World Cup Tournament. On each team several U11 Boys played alongside their U10 counterparts. Both squads enjoyed success with each reaching the "World Cup" final. Team Italy lost on penalty kicks while 'Team USA" were narrowly defeated 3-2 in their final.