Local Derby Between San Diego Boca FC and SD Flash with Playoff Implications

June 9, 2011 - PRLog -- June 9, 2011 – San Diego, CA – San Diego fans have been waiting for a day long coming, where they could claim that soccer is finally surging forward in America’s Soccer City. The popularity of the World Cup in San Diego was second to none nationwide in both television ratings and general excitement. This Saturday, June 11th at 7:00 p.m., that excitement will come to a head at Balboa Stadium when NPSL veteran San Diego Boca FC take on newcomer and rival SD Flash.

Earlier this season in April, the teams met in an away game at Flash’s field with the match a dead-even battle until the final minute. Just before the ref’s whistle, an opportunitistic bounce in front of net gave the Flash a 2-1 victory and only further stoked the flames of rivalry between the two sides. Boca is coming into the match with a two-game unbeaten streak with a tie this past weekend against last years 2010 NPSL Champion Sacramento with a 2-2 draw on the road.

San Diego Boca FC Head Coach Papo Santos stated, “We are excited about the game this weekend against the Flash at our house as it’s a key match for us for two reasons. It’s a playoff game in terms of needing points and it’s a local rivalry which the fans always get behind. We did not feel like we deserved a loss in the last match at their place letting up a goal in injury time so this will be an opportunity to settle matters. The boys are ready as we have been playing well the past few weeks. The added additions of several new players to the roster including Ze Roberto, Abiel Coronado, and Panchito have added some spice to our game. I think the fans are going to see a very good battle on Saturday night with both teams fighting for pride. We expect a big crowd.”  

The San Diego Derby is a special event for another reason, however, as Boca FC will be celebrating the 50th anniversary of Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Diego County. The organization has been supporting the youths of San Diego for half a century, and will be encouraging fans to donate and volunteer to their incredible and extremely important cause.

The event will also host multiple gourmet food trucks, including the Mangia Mangia Mobile, Panda Express, India On Wheels and Super Q BBQ. The battle between Boca and Flash is shaping up to be the Premier San Diego Soccer Match of 2011.

Tickets can still be purchased for only $5 at the Boca Soccer Store, located at 1919 San Diego avenue, San Diego, CA, just south of Old Town. For more information on the game, fans can e-mail San Diego Boca FC’s General Manager at travis@sdboca.com or call 619-756-7528.

About American Soccer Corp. / San Diego Boca FC
San Diego Boca FC is part of the Western Division of the 38-team National Premier Soccer League (NPSL). San Diego Boca FC was founded to promote professional, amateur, and youth soccer throughout San Diego County through a grassroots approach, following that of storied Argentina club Boca Juniors. For more information, visit www.sdboca.com or www.npsl.info

San Diego Boca FC is owned and operated by American Soccer Corporation and is the only US based publicly traded soccer company. American Soccer Corp. is listed on the German Boerse Stock Exchange under the Stock Symbol: 5cr.F (Yahoo Finance/Morningstar).  

Boca Soccer Store-Old Town  
San Diego Boca FC owns and operates the Boca Soccer Store located in Old Town, San Diego at 1919 San Diego Ave, San Diego, Ca 92110.
Boca Soccer Store carries Lotto, Nike, Adidas, Vizari and much more. Soccer enthusiasts can browse through our selection of jerseys, cleats, balls, bags, and more. Also, come check out our ESPN Soccer Zone Lounge Area for free viewing of 2010 Champions League and 2012 Euro qualifying matches including daily Fox Soccer, Gol TV, ESPN Deportes coverage on our 55” HD TV’s.
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