Rowdies Memorabilia - 1976 Rowdies vs. Kicks Game Report

A newspaper clipping from the Rowdies game against the Minnesota Kicks, played on August 7th, 1976, at Tampa Stadium. 

The Rowdies won 2-1.

INTERNATIONAL ALL STAR FOOTBALL FUNDRAISER MATCH

Today, I received an email from former Rowdie - Karim Murabet, who is organizing a charity football match for the children of Libya, which is to be played on the 8th November 2011.

 These are some of the stars who are donating their time for this worthy cause:

Crespo,  Materazzi, N. Butt, Nakata, Zanetti, Di Natale, Diouf, Pires, Lippi, Cannavaro, Jan Koller, Ze Roberto, Madjer and Trezeguet.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1978 KICK Magazine

This edition of the KICK magazine covers the game against the Philadelphia Fury, 

played on the 11th July, 1978 at Veterans Stadium. 

The Rowdies lost the game 2-3, with Davie Robb and Joey Fink getting the goals. 

Attendance: 5,874. 

The Rowdies team that day was: Johns, Auguste, Papandrea, Connell, Fleeting, Anderson, 

Paddon, McLeod, Robb, Marsh, Fink. 

Substitutes: St. Lot, Wegerle, McGuire.

Rowdies Snap Shots - Peter Anderson, Mike Connell and John Gorman

Mike Connell and John Gorman joke around with an unknown Express player, with Peter Anderson. During the Rowdies 1980 indoor game with the Detroit Express, at the Bayfront Center.

Many thanks to Dimetri Maderakis for this photo.

Rowdies Memorabilia - Soccer Bowl '78 Ticket Stub

A ticket stub from Soccer Bowl '78, played at Giants Stadium against the New York Cosmos, on Sunday August 27th, 1978.

Rowdies Press Photo - Peter Anderson

Peter Anderson showing that he still has the skills, during the 2010 Inaugural Season. 

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1976 Rowdies vs. Minutemen Game Report

A newspaper clipping from the Rowdies game against the Boston Minutemen, played on August 1st, 1976, at Veterans Memorial Stadium. 

The Rowdies won 4-2.

Rowdies Press Photo - Rodney Marsh

Rodney Marsh enjoying time away from the Rowdies at his Tampa home in July 1978, with his signed photo of himself and Pele.

Rowdies Snap Shots - Doug Wark

Doug Wark on the attack,during the Rowdies 1980 indoor game with the Detroit Express, at the Bayfront Center.

Many thanks to Dimetri Maderakis for this photo.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1976 KICK Magazine

This edition of the KICK magazine covers the game against the Toronto Metros-Croatia, 

played on the 16th May, 1976 at Varsity Stadium. 

The Rowdies lost the game 0-2. Attendance: 3,890. 

The Rowdies team that day was: Mausser, Bluem, Auguste, Jump, Pringle, Glover, Scullion, 

Lindsay, Best, Marsh, Smethurst. 

Substitute: Wark.

Rowdies Press Photo - Wes McLeod

Wes McLeod wins a header over the New York Cosmos' Pino Wilson and Dennis Tueart, during Soccer Bowl '78, whilst Steve Wegerle, Frantz St. Lot and Mick McGuire (13) watch on.

Many thanks to Dave Morrison.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1976 Rowdies vs. Bicentennials Game Report

A newspaper clipping from the Rowdies game against the Hartford Bicentennials, played on July 30th, 1976, at Dillon Stadium. 

The Rowdies won 7-0.

Rowdies Press Photo - Peter Ward

A photo of former Rowdies' player Peter Ward, whilst on England duty in 1980.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1977 KICK Magazine

This edition of the KICK magazine covers the game against the Rochester Lancers, 

played on the 5th June, 1977 at Holleder Stadium. 

The Rowdies lost the game 0-2. Attendance: 5,247. 

The Rowdies team that day was: Hammond, Auguste, Connell, Jump, Eagen, Anderson, 

Wegerle, McLeod, Alston, Marsh, Smethurst. 

Substitutes: Wit, Robb.

Rowdies Press Photo - Frantz St. Lot and Lenny Glover

Frantz St. Lot and Lenny Glover combine to stop New York Cosmos' Giorgio Chinaglia, at Giants Stadium in 1977.

Many thanks to Dave Morrison.

Rowdies Snap Shots - Soccer Head Mascot and Wowdie

The Soccer Head mascot and an unknown Wowdie have a kick about with a couple of local kids, during a break in the indoor game against the Detroit Express, at the Bayfront Center in 1980.

Many thanks to Dimetri Maderakis for this photo.

Rowdies Press Photo - Oscar Fabbiani

Oscar Fabbiani goes flying after being tripped by Philadelphia Fury's John Dempsey, during the 1979 Playoff Game at Tampa Stadium, which the Rowdies won 1-0.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1976 Rowdies vs. Toros Game Report

A newspaper clipping from the Rowdies game against the Miami Toros, played on July 24th, 1976, at Tampa Stadium. 

The Rowdies won 4-1.

Rowdies Snap Shots - Wes McLeod and Petar Baralic

Wes McLeod and Petar Baralic defend a free-kick, during the Rowdies 1980 indoor game with the Detroit Express, at the Bayfront Center.

Many thanks to Dimetri Maderakis for this photo.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1977 KICK Magazine

This edition of the KICK magazine covers the game against the Chicago Sting, played on the 20th May, 1977 at Soldier Field. 
The Rowdies lost the game 3-4, with Adrian Alston and Derek Smethurst (2) getting the goals. Attendance: 3,233.

The Rowdies team that day was: Hammond, Quraishi, Connell, Jump, Eagen, Lindsay, Wegerle, McLeod, Alston, Marsh, Smethurst. 
Substitutes: Fink, Wit, St. Lot.

Rowdies Snap Shots - Steve Horne and Joey Fink

1984 Trainer Steve Horne and Joey Fink at a recent Rowdies' Reunion.

Many thanks to Farrukh Quraishi for this photo.

Rowdies Press Photo - Tony Morley

A photo of former Rowdies' player Tony Morley, whilst on England duty in 1980.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1978 Ticket Stub

This ticket stub is from the game against the New York Cosmos on April 30th, 1978. 

The Rowdies lost 2-5, with goals from Rodney Marsh and Wes McLeod. 

Attendance: 41,888.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1977 Tournament of Champions KICK Magazine

This edition of the KICK magazine covered the Tournament of Champions, played at Giants Stadium on April 2nd, and April 3rd, 1977. 

April 2nd - The Rowdies outscored the Toronto Metros-Croatia, 2-1, after a tie-breaker, to win 1-0. With the goals scored by Rodney Marsh and Lenny Glover. They would play the New York Cosmos in the Final.

April 3rd - The Rowdies lost the Final 1-2, with Wes McLeod getting the only goal. Attendance: 11,098.

Rowdies Press Photo - Rodney Marsh

Rodney Marsh celebrates by hanging from the crossbar after scoring against the Chicago Sting at Tampa Stadium in 1976.

Many thanks to Dimetri Maderakis for this photo.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1976 Rowdies vs. Atoms Report

A newspaper clipping from the Rowdies game against the Philadelphia Atoms, played on July 21sr, 1976, at Tampa Stadium. 

The Rowdies won 2-1.

Rowdies Snap Shots - 1979 American Conference Champions Display

The "1979 American Conference Champions" display at the new University of South Florida Soccer Stadium.

Many thanks to Craig Fossett for this photo.

Rowdies Press Photo - Mirandinha

Memphis Rogues' Henry McCully battles with Mirandinha, during the 1979 season at the Liberty Bowl.

Many thanks to Andy Northern.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1980 KICK INDOOR Magazine

This edition of the KICK INDOOR magazine is from the January 22nd, 1980 

game played at the Detroit Express' Pontiac Silverdome. 

The Rowdies lost the game 4-5, with Oscar Fabbiani, Petar Baralic, Doug Wark 

and Peter Anderson getting the goals. Attendance: 3,787.

Can anyone help with me with the lineup?

Rowdies Press Photo - Mike Connell

Mike Connell attempts to stop New York Cosmos' Giorgio Chinaglia, at Tampa Stadium in 1978.

Many thanks to Pete Arnautoff.

Rowdies Snap Shots - 1980 Bayfront Center Fans

Rowdies' fans at the Bayfront Center enjoying the game against the Detroit Express during the 1980 indoor season.

Many thanks to Dimetri Maderakis for this photo.

Rowdies Press Photo - Gordon Jago and Steve Wegerle

Coach Gordon Jago and Steve Wegerle, take a break during the 1980 indoor Championship Game against the Memphis Rogues at the Bayfront Center.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1983 Blizzard Program

This program covers the game against the Toronto Blizzard, played on the 11th May, 1983 at Exhibition Stadium. 

The Rowdies lost the game 1-3,with the only goal scored by Tatu. Attendance: 5,214. The Rowdies team that day was: Stars, Thompson, Kozic, Nogly, Connell, Roe, Gerber, Molina, Rojas, Tatu, Perez. 

Substitute: Bonvallet.

Rowdies Snap Shots - Zeljko Bilecki

Zeljko Bilecki, during the 1980 indoor game against the Detroit Express, at the Bayfront Center.

Many thanks to Dimetri Maderakis for this photo.

Rowdies Press Photo - Lenny Glover

A photo of former Rowdies' player Lenny Glover, whilst with Charlton Athletic in 1965.

Rowdies Press Photo - Stewart Scullion

Stewart Scullion at a Camp Kikinthagrass session in 1976.

Many thanks to Pete Arnautoff.

Rowdies Snap Shots - A Kick In The Grass Display

The "A Kick In The Grass" display at the new University of South Florida Soccer Stadium. 

Many thanks to Craig Fossett for this photo.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1976 Rowdies vs. Metros-Croatia Game Report

A newspaper clipping from the Rowdies game against the Toronto Metros-Croatia, played on July 17th, 1976, at Tampa Stadium. 

The Rowdies won 4-1.

Rowdies Press Photo - Rodney Marsh

Rodney Marsh has a cup of Gatorade, to calm down after being substituted during Soccer Bowl '79.

Many thanks to Pete Arnautoff.

Rowdies Snap Shots - Mike Connell

Mike Connell on the attack against the Detroit Express during the 1980 indoor season.

Many thanks to Dimetri Maderakis for this photo.

Rowdies Press Photo - Clyde Best

Clyde Best puts the Rowdies in front, 3-2, with this goal in the 1976 NASL Indoor Final against the Rochester Lancers' 'keeper Meno Droegmiller. The Rowdies scored three more times to win the game 6-4.

Many thanks to Pete Arnautoff.

Rowdies Snap Shots - Perry Van Der Beck and Don Droege

Perry Van Der Beck and Don Droege meet up in St. Louis.

Many thanks to Kevin Kluge for this photo.

Rowdies Press Photo - Oscar Fabbiani

Oscar Fabbiani loses out to Vancouver Whitecaps' John Craven, during Soccer Bowl '79, with Wes McLeod in the background.

Rowdies Press Photo - Winston DuBose

New York Cosmos' Steve Hunt tries for goal against Winston DuBose, during Soccer Bowl '78.

Rowdies Press Photo - Rodney Marsh

New York Cosmos' Pino Wilson goes up over the shoulder of Rodney Marsh to intercept the ball, during the 1978 game at Giants Stadium. The Rowdies lost the game 1-2.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1976 Rowdies vs. Cosmos Game Report

A newspaper clipping from the Rowdies game against the New York Cosmos, played on July 14th, 1976, at Yankee Stadium. 

The Rowdies lost 4-5.

Rowdies Snap Shots - The Rowdies In International Play Display

"The Rowdies In International Play" display at the new University of South Florida Soccer Stadium.

Many thanks to Craig Fossett for this photo.

Rowdies Press Photo - Randy Garber

Randy Garber at a Camp Kikinthagrass session in 1976.

Many thanks to Pete Arnautoff.

Rowdies Memorabilia - 1980 KICK Magazine

This edition of the KICK magazine is from the March 18th, 1980 

Exhibition Game played at the Vancouver Whitecaps' Empire Stadium. 

The Rowdies tied the game 1-1, but won 2-1, after a shootout, with the goal scored by Wes McLeod. Wes and Steve Wegerle scored in the shootout.

Can anyone help with me with the lineup, attendance?

Rowdies Snap Shots - Doug Wark

Doug Wark in action against the Detroit Express during the 1980 indoor season.

Many thanks to Dimetri Maderakis for this photo.