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You have to think that if FC Delco is on the chopping block then so potentially is FC Bucks. If you do a side by side comparison of the two clubs, FC Delco comes ahead in almost every respect.
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostYou have to think that if FC Delco is on the chopping block then so potentially is FC Bucks. If you do a side by side comparison of the two clubs, FC Delco comes ahead in almost every respect.
I expect one of these clubs to combine with another one. Years ago, it was rumored that Penn Fusion and Continental (Delco) would merge. That would make sense. PF has Boys ECNL; Delco has Boys DA. PF has GDA; Delco has ECNL (for now). A club that size could feed both ECNL and GDA for the girls. OR Bucks and Delco could merge. Every year something is changing in this sport. Too hard to keep up.
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostSo contrary to what others have posted on this site, the ECNL may be looking for new clubs in both Central PA and around the Philadelphia area. We were told by a high-ranking member of PDA that is very involved with ECNL, that he does not think Continental FC Delco will be able to maintain the necessary stability to continue on in the ECNL. He expressed strongly that Delco is no longer a fit in the league and will be done in the near future. We were told that a new club in the Philadelphia area is being explored as the replacement. We were also told that Penn FC from Harrisburg is of interest to the ECNL. Penn FC was mentioned by name. I asked about Ukies and surprisingly he didn’t know much about the girls club. Maybe that is good, because he didn’t say no. Maybe Ukies will become the replacement for Delco.
There is no way an ECNL / PDA board member was discussing individual clubs and ECNL plans with you unless you are also an ECNL board member. Or maybe I will give you the benefit of the doubt and this conversation did happen...What was the setting? Who was the audience?
I am sure LH and/or BiO will be happy to know you are passing along information that they probably dont want out. Or more likely this conversation never took place.
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostExcept that FC Bucks was an original member, I believe. So, if FC Delco is getting cut or demoted, then FC Bucks would scoop up the players. FC Bucks used to rule the roost in that area for a long time. FC Delco has soccer history and also has a DA (not GDA).
I expect one of these clubs to combine with another one. Years ago, it was rumored that Penn Fusion and Continental (Delco) would merge. That would make sense. PF has Boys ECNL; Delco has Boys DA. PF has GDA; Delco has ECNL (for now). A club that size could feed both ECNL and GDA for the girls. OR Bucks and Delco could merge. Every year something is changing in this sport. Too hard to keep up.
Consolidation is needed. Every other region and state seems to get this but the Philly area. The boards at these clubs need to stop proctecting the directors and their own self interests and do whats best for the kids.
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FC Delco has left the Downingtown area (PF turf). Their teams will only practice/play in Conshy, which is a smart move in my opinion. I bet they have stronger teams in a couple years.
I spoke with one of the Uki coaches a few months ago and he said they were desperately trying to get in the ECNL. Their teams are good enough- more power to them. Personally I think any closed league like ECNL is bound to fail.. The standings are so lopsided- same clubs at the top and bottom for each age group. You need pro/rel to sustain a competitive environment.
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What other ways could Ukies get an ECNL badge? Should they try for a GDA badge instead? Just putting out ideas.
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostWhat other ways could Ukies get an ECNL badge? Should they try for a GDA badge instead? Just putting out ideas.
They are 1 turf field away from truly being able to support GDA.
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostExcept that FC Bucks was an original member, I believe. So, if FC Delco is getting cut or demoted, then FC Bucks would scoop up the players. FC Bucks used to rule the roost in that area for a long time. FC Delco has soccer history and also has a DA (not GDA).
I expect one of these clubs to combine with another one. Years ago, it was rumored that Penn Fusion and Continental (Delco) would merge. That would make sense. PF has Boys ECNL; Delco has Boys DA. PF has GDA; Delco has ECNL (for now). A club that size could feed both ECNL and GDA for the girls. OR Bucks and Delco could merge. Every year something is changing in this sport. Too hard to keep up.
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostThe Philadelphia Union pretty much run Continental FC Delco. Nothing is done at the club without the blessing of the Union. This is one of the many reasons the girls programs is on the verge of collapse at Delco. Penn Fusion and Delco cannot merge, if one wants to keep GDA or the other stay in the ECNL. All in, or all out, there is no choice. Penn Fusion doesn't need Delco. FC Bucks has the soccer history in girls soccer, Delco never made an impact.
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostThe Philadelphia Union pretty much run Continental FC Delco. Nothing is done at the club without the blessing of the Union. This is one of the many reasons the girls programs is on the verge of collapse at Delco. Penn Fusion and Delco cannot merge, if one wants to keep GDA or the other stay in the ECNL. All in, or all out, there is no choice. Penn Fusion doesn't need Delco. FC Bucks has the soccer history in girls soccer, Delco never made an impact.
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Originally posted by Unregistered View PostSo blame the Union for bringing in the Hawks' guys to oversee the girls' ECNL program? It gave zero help to the girls side. Shame. Unlike yourself I remember when Delco was the place to play even for girls. And, it was Delco not Continental then.
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