Rowdies Video - Former Rowdie Ed Austin

Former original Rowdie Ed Austin talks about his memories of the Fourth of July at Tampa Stadium, the rivalry with the Strikers and more.

Rowdies Press Photos - 1992 Rowdies

The 1992 Rowdies accept some kind of letter, with Steve Wegerle, Martin Hill, ?, Tom Traxler (Equipment Manager), Giles Hooper and Ken Fogarty.

Does anyone know who the person is in the suit? - If so, please email me, thanks.

Many thanks to Ken Fogarty for this photo.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1975 Rowdies vs Comets Game Report

A newspaper clipping from the Rowdies game against the Baltimore Comets, played on June 28th, 1975, at Tampa Stadium. The Rowdies won 6-1.

Rowdies Press Photos - Steve Wicks

Steve Wicks wins the header, over the NASL All-Stars, during the Coca-Cola Classic International Soccer Series in 1986 at Tampa Stadium.

1993 Rowdies Teamphoto

The 1993 Rowdies teamphoto, Back Row (L to R): Steve Glickman (Trainer), Eric Ravndal, Kurt Keefer, Kevin Sloan, Derek Backman, David Vaudreuil, Steve Trittschuch, Matt Knowles, Perry Van Der Beck, Dan Donigan, Jean Harbor, Pierre Morice, Tommy Reasoner.

Front Row (L to R): ?, Brett Phillips, Michael Brady, Terry Rowe, Ken Fogarty (Head Coach), Jimmmy McGeough, Gerard Gregoire, Paul Dougherty, Brad Smith, Billy Andracki.

Many thanks to Ken Fogarty for this photo.

Rowdies Snap Shots - Peter Roe and Ken Schields

Peter Roe and trainer Ken Schields at the recent Rowdies Reunion.
Many thanks to Farrukh Quraishi for this photo.

Rowdies Press Photos - Terry Moore

Terry Moore challenges Vancouver Whitecaps' Ray Hankin in 1982, with goalkeeper Jack Brand keeping an eye on the proceedings.

Rowdies Press Photos - David Mehmet

David Mehmet, 1981.

Rowdies Press Photos - Robbie James

Robbie James competes for the ball with NASL All-Stars' Barry Wallace, during the Coca-Cola Classic International Soccer Series in 1986 at Tampa Stadium.

Rowdies Snap Shots - Dr. John Kauzlarich

 A recent photo of former Team Physician Dr. John Kauzlarich, 

wearing his warm-up jacket used between 1975 to 1978.

Many thanks to Dr. John for this photo.

Rowdies Video - Former Rowdie Neill Roberts

Former Rowdies forward Neill Roberts talks about his memories of the Fourth of July at Tampa Stadium, the rivalry with the Strikers and more.

Rowdies Press Photos - Ken Fogarty and Rodney Marsh

Coach Ken Fogarty and GM Rodney Marsh outside the players' entrance in 1993.

Many thanks to Ken Fogarty for this photo.

Rowdies Press Photos - Luis Fernando

Jacksonville Tea Men's Nino Zec and Jack Carmichael sandwich Luis Fernando, during a game at Tampa Stadium in 1981.

Rowdies Press Photos - Winston DuBose

Winston DuBose in action, 1981.

Rowdies Press Photos - Ken Fogarty and Terry Moore

An excellent photo from a 1982 game against the Ft. Lauderdale Strikers, with future Rowdie Ken Fogarty and Terry Moore going toe to toe, with Njego Pesa in the background.

Many thanks to Ken Fogarty for this photo.

Rowdies Press Photos - Peter Barnes, Ray Hudson and Ken Fogarty

Peter Barnes, Ray Hudson and Ken Fogarty pose before a 1990 APSL game at Tampa Stadium.

Many thanks to Ken Fogarty for this photo.
Photo credit: International Soccer Archives.

Rowdies Press Photos - Jan Van Der Veen

Jan Van Der Veen attacks the San Diego Sockers' goal,

during the 1979 Playoff Game at San Diego Stadium.

Rowdies Snap Shots - Rodney Marsh and Francisco Marcos

Rodney Marsh and Francisco Marcos, pictured recently at the Rowdies Reunion.

Rowdies Press Photos - Wes McLeod

Wes McLeod, 1981.

Rowdies Press Photos - Petar Baralic

Petar Baralic fights off Dallas Tornado's defender Willie Lippens, at Tampa Stadium in 1979.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1975 Rowdies vs. Stars Game Report

A newspaper clipping from the Rowdies game against the St. Louis Stars, played on June 21st, 1975, at Tampa Stadium. The Rowdies won 2-1.

Rowdies Video - Former Rowdies GK Mike Coons

Former Rowdies goalkeeper Mike Coons talks about his memories of the Fourth of July at Tampa Stadium, the rivalry with the Strikers and more.

Tampa Bay Rowdies Alumni Group

On Facebook I help run the Tampa Bay Rowdies Alumni Group, which is only for former and present players, coaches, team administrators, their family members and of course The Wowdies. Where they can link up with former team mates, and relive the great days of the Rowdies.

If you (one of the above), want to join please, just click on the Alumni logo. You have to be a member of Facebook to join. Thanks.

Rowdies Snap Shots - Steve Wegerle

Steve and Sheryl Wegerle, pictured recently at the Rowdies Reunion.

Rowdies Press Photos - Winston DuBose

Goalkeeper Winston DuBose tries to catch the referee's attention, as Mike Connell is down, in 1981 at Tampa Stadium.

Rowdies Press Photos - Malcolm Linton

Malcolm Linton seen here playing for the LA Aztecs in 1976, against the San Diego Jaws. Malcolm's move to the Aztecs came as a big shock to most Rowdies fans, as he had been one of the main stars of the 1975 Championship team, and was also a member of the Rowdies 1976 NASL Indoor Championship team. 

Rowdies Memorabilia - Tommy Smith 1973-73 FKS Publishers Card

Tommy Smith's 1973-73 FKS Publishers card, whilst he was at Liverpool.

Rowdies Press Photos - Perry Van Der Beck

Perry Van Der Beck clears the ball away from Chicago Sting's Dave Huson, in 1984.

Rowdies Press Photos - Rodney Marsh

Rodney Marsh in action at Giants Stadium in 1977, with Stewart Jump behind him.

Rowdies Snap Shots - Mike Connell and Stewart Scullion

Stewart Scullion and Mike Connell, 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 Memorabilia - Wes McLeod 1981 NIKE Poster

A NIKE poster of Wes McLeod, these were given away inside the Rowdies' KICK magazine, for the game against the LA Aztecs, played on 1st August, 1981.

Rowdies Video - Mike Connell

Iron Mike Connell talks about his memories of the Fourth of July at Tampa Stadium, the rivalry with the Ft. Lauderdale Strikers and more.

Rowdies Snap Shots - Reno Manne

A recent photo of Reno Manne, who guested for the Rowdies in 1991 in some Exhibition Games.

Many thanks to Jennifer Miles for this photo.

Rowdies Press Photos - Mark Lindsay

Mark Lindsay is challenged by Portland Timbers' Chris Dangerfield, during

Soccer Bowl '75 at Spartan Stadium.

Rowdies Memorabilia - Tony Towers 1972-73 FKS Publishers Card

Tony Towers' 1972-73 FKS Publishers card, whilst he was at Manchester City.

Rowdies Press Photos - Jan Van Der Veen

Jan Van Der Veen attempts a pass during the Rowdies 4-5 loss to the New York Cosmos in 1983, at Tampa Stadium.

Rowdies Press Photos - Tatu

Tatu moves in for a shot at goal against Tulsa Roughnecks' Terry Moore, at Tampa Stadium in 1983.

Rowdies Press Photos - Rowdies vs. Sting Indoor Action

With Rowdies' goalkeeper Kevin Clinton down and out of position, Wes McLeod covers the goal, preventing Chicago Sting's Derek Spalding  from scoring, with Manny Andruszewski in the middle of the action. From the indoor game played on December 26th, 1980, the Rowdies lost the game 5-9.

Rowdies Press Photos - Goalmouth Action

Goalmouth action from the Playoff Game against the San Diego Sockers, 

with Jan Van Der Veen, Manny Andruszewski, Oscar Fabbiani and Winston DuBose.

Played at San Diego Stadium, on August 30th, 1979.

The Rowdies lost the game 1-2. Attendance: 20,267.

Rowdies Press Photos - Jurgen Stars

Rowdies' 'keeper Jurgen Stars and Neill Roberts look on helpless, as Chicago Sting's Tasso Koutsoukas celebrates as he cuts the Rowdies' lead to 8-7, during the indoor game, played on February 14th, 1982 in Chicago. The Rowdies would eventually lose the game 9-10.

Rowdies Snap Shots - Peter Ward and Cornelia Corbett

Peter Ward and former Rowdies owner Cornelia Corbett at the recent Rowdies Reunion.

Rowdies Press Photos - Mark Karpun

Mark Karpun celebrates scoring against Team America at Tampa Stadium in 1983.

Rowdies Press Photos - Peter Nogly

Former Rowdies and San Jose Earthquakes' goalkeeper Mike Hewitt stops Peter Nogly from scoring during a game in 1982.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1975 Rowdies vs Tornado Game Report

A newspaper clipping from the Rowdies game against the Dallas Tornado, played on June 20th, 1975, at Texas Stadium. The Rowdies lost 0-1.

Rowdies Press Photos - Wes McLeod and Carlos Babington

Chicago Sting's Rudy Glenn and Mark Simanton wait for their chance to get the ball away from Wes McLeod and Carlos Babington, at Tampa Stadium in 1982.

Rowdies Press Photos - Arnie Mausser

Arnie Mausser collects the ball during a LA Aztecs' attack, with Stewart Jump, Mark Lindsay and Derek Smethurst also pictured, at El Camino College in 1976.

Rowdies Press Photos - Roy Wegerle

Roy Wegerle goes high, as Chicago Sting's Dave Huson goes low, during a game in 1984 at Tampa Stadium.

Rowdies Video - Former Rowdie Farrukh Quraishi

Farrukh Quraishi talks about his memories of the Fourth of July at Tampa Stadium, the rivalry with the Ft. Lauderdale Strikers and more.

Rowdies Snap Shots - Paul Hammond

Paul Hammond, 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 for these excellent photos.

Rowdies Press Photos - Peter Nogly

Peter Nogly wins the ball over Toronto Blizzard's defenders Conny Karlsson and Randy Ragan, at Tampa Stadium in 1983.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1975 Rowdies vs Atoms Game Report

Another newspaper clipping from the Rowdies game against the Philadelphia Atoms, played on June 13th, 1975, at Veterans Stadium. The Rowdies won 2-1.

Rowdies Press Photos - Derek Smethurst

Derek Smethurst clears a Washington Diplomats' attack, with goalie Arnie Mausser and Ringo Cantillo covering behind, at Tampa Stadium in 1976.

Many thanks to Dave Morrison.

Rowdies Press Photos - Steve Wegerle

Chicago Sting's Dave Huson tries to catch Steve Wegerle, in 1984.

Rowdies Press Photos - Winston DuBose

Winston DuBose makes a high catch, over Detroit Express' Sam Oates, with Barry Kitchener covering, in 1979.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1979 Rowdies Ticket Stub

A ticket stub that states a game against the Oakland Stompers on July 14th, 1979. The Stompers only existed for the 1978 NASL season. So, this must be a misprint, as the Rowdies played the Edmonton Drillers on this date. The Rowdies won that game 1-0.

Many thanks to George Rocheleau.