Grove United’s U19 team competed in the top bracket of the FC Delco Fall Showcase last weekend in Philadelphia, finishing with a 1-1-1 record. The tournament is a top-level recruiting showcase, providing players with elite training facilities and exposure to college coaches while displaying their skills in a competitive atmosphere.
The Lions competed in three matches during the weekend tournament, with the first against FC Delco. Lucas Spiegel and Jackson Robbins each scored, both of which were assisted by Matthew Do. The game ended in a tie, with the final score of 2-2. Grove United’s second game was against the Philadelphia Ukrainian Nationals. In the head-to-head matchup, the Lions faced an early deficit, down 1-0. Grove United tied the game with a goal from James Blalock, assisted by Owen Blount. The Ukrainian Nationals scored a goal within the final minute of the match, beating Grove United 2-1. The third match, against FC Ballyhoo, was highlighted by goals from James Blalock and Bodhan Syvkie, with both scores being assisted by Lucas Spiegel. The Lions defeated FC Ballyhoo 2-1, finishing the FC Delco Fall Showcase with a 1-1-1 record.
The Grove United U19 team is a talented unit, with four players on the Lion’s roster who have recently committed to continue their careers at the collegiate level and several other top college prospects.
Grove United U19 College Signings:
Lucas Spiegel (Midfielder): University of Mary Washington
Matthew Melis (Defender): Roanoke College
Jackson Robbins (Midfielder): Hampden-Sydney College
Cameron Vester (Goalkeeper): Shenandoah University
The U19 squad will now travel to Raleigh, North Carolina, to compete in the top bracket at the visitRaleigh.com Boys College Showcase. The Showcase Series is notable for providing aspiring elite players with the opportunity to compete against talented clubs from across the country and gain exposure to college coaches. The Boys College Showcase is one of four elite tournaments in the series, and the Lions are now looking ahead to competing in the U20 top bracket.