Monday, 30 May 2011

Rowdies Press Photos - Mike Connell


Mike Connell falls at New York Cosmos' Pele' feet, 
during the Tournament of Champions Final at Giants Stadium.
The Rowdies lost the game 1-2. Attendance: 11,098.

Wednesday, 25 May 2011

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1975 Rowdies vs Toros Game Report

A newspaper clipping from the Rowdies game against the Miami Toros, played on June 5th, 1975, at the Orange Bowl. The Rowdies won 1-0.

Rowdies Press Photos - Winston DuBose

Winston DuBose dives at the feet on a Washington Diplomats' player, during an indoor game. Year 1978.

Rowdies Press Photos - Oscar Fabbiani

Oscar Fabbiani takes on Detroit Express' Keith Furphy, Benny Dargle and Mick Coop, in 1979.
Many thanks to Dave Morrison.

Rowdies Press Photos - Malcolm Linton

Malcolm Linton in action during a photo call. In the background, it looks like goalkeeper Arnie Mausser, with Arsene Auguste and Randy Garber, which suggests to me that this was taken prior to the 1976 indoor season.

Monday, 23 May 2011

Rowdies Press Photos - Barry Kitchener


Vancouver Whitecaps' Kevin Hector shields the ball from Barry Kitchener, 
during Soccer Bowl '79.

Rowdies Press Photos - Ian Anderson

The late Ian Anderson in action against the Jacksonville Tea Men's Alan Green in 1981.

Sunday, 22 May 2011

Rowdies Snap Shots - Derek Backman and Kevin Clinton

Derek Backman and Kevin Clinton at a signing session prior to the Rowdies vs. Montreal Impact game.

Rowdies Press Photos - Alan Anderson and Alan Day


Alan Anderson and Alan Day during an attack on the Orlando Lions' goal, 
at Tampa Stadium on July 4th, 1988. The Rowdies won the game 1-0. Attendance: 18,246.

Saturday, 14 May 2011

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1979 Rowdies Ticket Stub

A ticket stub from the game played at Tampa Stadium, against the Memphis Rogues on May 30th, 1979. The Rowdies won this game 2-1.
Many thanks to George Rocheleau.

Rowdies Press Photos - Perry Van Der Beck and Ray Perlee

A photo from the 1988 game against the Ft. Lauderdale Strikers, with Perry Van Der Beck and Ray Perlee amongst the action.

Rowdies Press Photos - Rodney Marsh

Rodney Marsh takes a break during the 1978 indoor game against the Washington Diplomats.

Rowdies Press Photos - Terry Moore

Terry Moore battles for the ball, with Ft. Lauderdale Strikers' Keith Weller, during the 1982 season.

Friday, 13 May 2011

Rowdies Press Photos - 1979 Goalmouth Action


Washington Diplomats' Don Droege (future Rowdie), finds himself outnumbered,
by Mike Connell, Manny Andruszewski, Mojas Radonjic, Winston DuBose and
Barry Kitchener. This photo is from the August 1st, 1979 game at 
Robert F. Kennedy Stadium, the Rowdies lost 1-5. Attendance: 10,737.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1989 Rowdies KICKIN' Magazine

This edition of the Rowdies' KICKIN' magazine was for the Play Off game against the Boston Bolts, played at Tampa Stadium on August 13th, 1989. The cover featured  Martin Hill, in action against the Washington Diplomats. The Rowdies lost the game 1-2.

Rowdies Press Photos - Randy Garber

Randy Garber in action at Tampa Stadium, in 1976.

Thursday, 12 May 2011

Rowdies Snap Shots - Roy Wegerle and Ricky Hill

Former Rowdies Roy Wegerle and Ricky Hill meet up at the Rowdies vs. FC Edmonton game, Roy and Ricky were team-mates at Luton Town, between 1988 to 1989.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1975 Rowdies vs Thunder Game Report

A newspaper clipping from the Rowdies game against the San Antonio Thunder, played on May 31st, 1975, at Noth East Stadium. The Rowdies won 4-0.

Rowdies Press Photos - Rodney Marsh

Rodney Marsh takes a fall during his 1979 Testimonial Game against the Ft. Lauderdale Strikers' Roy Wiggemansen, goalie Steve Zerhusen and Tony Whelan.

Rowdies Snap Shots - Dave Power and Don Tobin

Dave Power and Don Tobin at a signing session at the Rowdies vs. FC Edmonton game.

Tuesday, 10 May 2011

Rowdies Press Photos - Don Droege

Don Droege battles with Jacksonville Tea Men's Ricardo Alonso for the header, in 1982.

Rowdies Press Photos - Tatu

Tatu takes a dive after being tackled by Jacksonville Tea Men's Colin Brazier, during the 1982 season.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1975 Rowdies vs Dynamos Game Report

A newspaper clipping from the Rowdies game against the Denver Dynamos, played on May 28th, 1975, at Tampa Stadium. The Rowdies won 3-2.

Rowdies Snap Shots - Mike Connell and Craig Fossett

Mike Connell and Craig Fossett at a signing session at the Rowdies vs. Railhawks game.
Many thanks to Craig for this photo.

Rowdies Press Photos - Peter Anderson


Captain for the night Peter Anderson returns to Kenilworth Road, as he
exchanges pennants with Luton Town's Paul Price. During the 1980
UK Tour Exhibition Game, which the Rowdies won 1-0.

Solly's Summer Soccer Camps

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The Soccer Camp is designed for both select and recreational players who want to excel in their sport by developing their technical skills and ability. The camp is for players of all abilities and levels. A variety of skills will be demonstrated and practiced. Players will have fun while experiencing the sport of soccer.
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Monday, 9 May 2011

Rowdies Press Photos - Mark Lindsay


Mark Lindsay tries to get a cross in, with Portland Timbers' Chris Dangerfield blocking it,
during Soccer Bowl '75 at Spartan Stadium.

Rowdies Press Photos - Neill Roberts

Neill Roberts loses out to Houston Hurricane's Werner Moors in this arial battle, at Tampa Stadium in 1980.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1975 Rowdies vs Comets Game Report

A newspaper clipping from the Rowdies game against the Baltimore Comets, played on May 21st, 1975, at Towson State College. The Rowdies won 2-1.

Sunday, 8 May 2011

Rowdies Snap Shots - Mike Hewitt

A recent photo of original 1975 Rowdies' goalkeeper Mike Hewitt, pictured with his wife Bente.
Many thanks to Bente Hewitt for this photo.

Rowdies Press Photos - Davie Robb


1978 Anaheim Stadium - Davie Robb jumps with California Surf's Joe Clarke, 
with Mick McGuire and Mike Connell looking on.

Saturday, 7 May 2011

Rowdies Snap Shots - Farrukh Quraishi


Farrukh Quraishi, at Tampa International Airport on the evening of 26th August, 1975, when the Rowdies arrived back in town after winning Soccer Bowl '75.

Many thanks to Dan Perez.

Rowdies Press Photos - Mike Connell


New York Cosmos' Pele tackles Mike Connell at Giants Stadium, 
during the Tournament of Champions Final in 1977.

Thursday, 5 May 2011

Rowdies Press Photos - Wes McLeod


Vanouver Whitecaps' Bob Lenarduzzi holds off Wes McLeod during Soccer Bowl '79.

Wednesday, 4 May 2011

Rowdies Memorabilia - Winston DuBose 1979 NASL Winning Photo Contest

An excellent photo of Winston DuBose, by Mary C. Jones, from the 1979 NASL Photo Contest, that won "First Place" in the "Black and White Action" category.

Rowdies Memorabilia - Dr. John Kauzlarich - Travel Bag


A travel bag used between 1975 to 1978 by Team Physician Dr. John Kauzlarich.
Many thanks to Dr. John for this photo.

Monday, 2 May 2011

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1975 Rowdies vs Bicentennials Game Report

 A newspaper clipping from the Rowdies game against the Hartford Bicentennials, played on May 17th, 1975, at Dillon Stadium. The Rowdies won 3-1.

Rowdies Press Photos - Steve Wegerle

Steve Wegerle flinches as Atlanta Chiefs' Carl Strong takes the ball away, during the Rowdies 7-3 indoor victory at the Bayfront Center in 1980.

Rowdies Press Photos - Wes McLeod

Wes McLeod is on the move, as Seattle Sounders' John Ryan defends at Tampa Stadium, in 1979.

Rowdies Press Photos - Rodney Marsh

Rodney Marsh outjumps Memphis Rogues' John Faulkner and Henry McCully in 1979.

Rowdies Press Photos - Petar Baralic

Petar Baralic dribbles downfield despite the defensive pressure of San Diego Sockers' Rodney Bush, during the 1980 Playoff game at Tampa Stadium.

Rowdies Press Photos - Perry Van Der Beck

A Sao Paulo player tackles Perry Van Der Beck, during their Exhibition Game in 1982 at Tampa Stadium, the Rowdies lost the game 2-3.

Rowdies Press Photos - Don Droege

Don Droege making his debut against the Jacksonville Tea Men, on July 4th, 1982 in front of a crowd of 40,098. Don and the Rowdies enjoyed a 2-0 victory. With Wes McLeod and John Gorman watching him win the header over Tea Men's Alonso.

Rowdies Press Photos - Mike Connell


Mike Connell tackles New York Cosmos' Ricky Davis, during an indoor game at
The Meadowlands Area, East Rutherford in 1982.