International Cup News


Nov 27, 2011 2011 USAFL Results Overview 2011 was a big year for Footy in the USA with a record number of both players and teams participaiting during the year. The Denver Bulldogs took out both Division I and the Women's divisions at this year's National Championships. Additionally the USA Revolution and Freedom players stood out, collecting many of this year's tournament honors. Full story >
Sep 22, 2011 USAFL Player Development Clinic Due to lack of registrations, the Player Develepment clinic has been cancelled. If you would like further information, please contact Matt Bishop, Revolution Head Coach > Full story >
Aug 27, 2011 Revolution Finish Top Four in Impressive International Cup Run The Revolution came up short in their bid for third place going down to the New Zealand Hawks 12.4 (76) to 6.5 (41). it was a short turn around for the Revos after their hard hitting game against Papua New Guinea just 2 days earlier. Looking to match their best ever finish at the International Cup the boys came out strong and confident in their game plan. Unfortunately the Hawks had done their homework and were prepared for what the Revos had in store. Brent Mergen, Jon Loring, Luke Nemeth and Pat Miller stood strong in the backline. Steve Fashant and Mel Chen put in a tough day's work in the middle, while Bryan Dragus found his form again, kicking another 4 goals. Full story >
Aug 27, 2011 Freedom Capture Third Place in Successful International Cup Debut The Freedom have claimed third place in the inaugural women's International Cup after defeating Papua New Guinea Flame 4.3 (27) to 1.2 (8). In a re-match of second round clash the Freedom experience again proved to be too much for the young Flame side. The Freedom midfield controlled the game with gutsy performances by Eileen Geoghegan, Becky Kraft, Helen Spink and Jen Cravens. Leading goal kicker Lindsey Kastanek added 2 more to her team leading total. Full story >
Aug 24, 2011 3rd Place in Sight for Revolution and Freedom Both the Revolution and Freedom will be playing for a 3^rdplace finish to the International Cup after coming up short in their semi-final matches today. The Revolution v Papua New Guinea Mosquitoes match generated an energetic buzz at Royal Park. The Premier of Victoria Mr. Ted Baillieu was on hand for the coin toss, AFL CEO, Andrew Demetriou was seen around the Revolution quarter time huddle and International Cup Ambassador, Brett Kirk gave the three quarter time speech. Full story >
Aug 22, 2011 Revolution Roll Over Lions In a remarkable and memorable day in USAFL and Revolution history the impressive Revos dominated the South African Lions 7.14 (56) to 2.6 (18) and continued their run towards a shot at their first International Cup title. With a special visit from US Ambassador, Jeffrey Bleich in the locker rooms before the game, the Revolution came out pumped up. Full story >
Aug 19, 2011 Game Day Preview: Freedom v Northwind The Freedom will be looking for redemption in today's match vs. the Canadian Northwind. Last year the Freedom lost both games to their rivals at the 49th Parallel Cup in Toronto by scores of 4.12 (26) to 2.4 (16) and 10.6 (64) to 6.7 (43). This time the familiar foes will be playing for a shot to play for the inaugral women's International Cup title. There are many of the same players from last year's game on both sides and the Freedom have been looking forward to the re-match since the draw was finalized last month. Full story >
Aug 18, 2011 Revolution Look to Tame Lions in Curtain Raiser to Swans v Saints Game The Revolution vs. South Africa Lions game has been selected by the AFL to be the curtain raiser for Sunday’s Sydney Swans vs. St. Kilda Saints at ANZ Stadium. Coach Matt Bishop summed up the experience, “The game against South Africa is a fantastic opportunity for the squad to play a game with such high stakes at a state of the art venue, one that most Australians will never get.” An additional highlight on the day will be a visit by US Ambassador to Australia, Jeffrey Bleich who will address the team prior to the game and perform the coin toss. Full story >
Aug 18, 2011 Freedom Smother Flame The Freedom continued their winning ways with a convincing win over the Papua New Guinea Flame on Thursday night at Blacktown by a score of 6.5 (41) to 1.0 (6). Under the bright lights the Flame had trouble finding their way against the more experienced Freedom side. With the win the Freedom are 2-0 and second on the ladder trailing only Ireland by percentage. Full story >
Aug 17, 2011 Game Day Preview: Freedom Set to Take on Papua New Guinea Flame The Freedom do not have much time to enjoy their first victory in Women's International Cup history. Their convincing win yesterday over the Australia side was a great confidence boost, but they will have to focus on the task at hand against a young, skillful Papua New Guinea Flame side. The average age of the Flame is 18 years old and they will be looking to use their youthful exuberance and speed to their advantage. Full story >

Nov 27, 2011

2011 USAFL Results Overview

2011 Awards 2011 was a big year for Footy in the USA with a record number of both players and teams participaiting during the year. The Denver Bulldogs took out both Division I and the Women's divisions at this year's National Championships. Additionally the USA Revolution and Freedom players stood out, collecting many of this year's tournament honors.