2015 Archive

The Carolina RailHawks will offer Kupono Captain's Ale, a new craft beer brewed by Lonerider Brewing Company, at WakeMed Soccer Park for the 2015 NASL season, beginning with the regular season home opener against Ottawa Fury FC.

“Having a RailHawks-branded beer named after me is an honor,” said Kupono Low.  “I feel very grateful to be considered such a significant part of the organization.”

Kupono Captain's Ale (4.6 ABV) is an American Blonde Ale, light bodied and brewed to be enjoyed during hot summer evenings at a match, or any time. The new RailHawks-branded beer pours clear and golden in color.

The Flavor is clean and crisp with very little aftertaste. Bitterness levels are very low, with a hint of hop flavor. Amarillo hops are used late in the brewing process to brighten and crisp the beer up. Lonerider recommends drinking Kupono Captain’s Ale from a pint glass or stadium cup and served cold, around 38 to 42 degrees Fahrenheit.

“Lonerider Brewing Company have been fantastic partners of the RailHawks for many years and they are passionate about soccer. I can think of no better way to launch the new RailHawks beer than by naming it after Kupono and having a portion of the proceeds go to Kupono and his favorite charity,” said RailHawks President Curt Johnson. “He has come to be known as Mr. RailHawk and will forever be one of the key figures in the growth of professional soccer in North Carolina."

10% of the RailHawks proceeds from the sale of its new Kupono Captain's Ale beer will go to Kupono Low and the Fill Your Bucket List Foundation.  The Fill Your Bucket List Foundation is a Triangle-based 501c3 non-profit organization created to support adults with cancer by making a wish or dream come true.  Similar to The Make-a-Wish Foundation for children, the Fill Your Bucket List Foundation grants adults (21+) with cancer the financial support to create lasting memories with the people they love.

“The Fill Your Bucket List Foundation sent a mother and her child last year on a cruise vacation to Puerto Rico. That was the foundation’s first charitable event and being part of that experience felt wonderful,” added Low. 

Kupono Captain’s Ale will be available at all RailHawks 2015 home games, as well as selected retail outlets.

The RailHawks will open the 2015 Season at home against Ottawa Fury FC on Saturday, April 4th at 1:00pm. RailHawks 2015 Individual Game Tickets and Ticket Packages are currently on sale and can be purchased by calling the Johnson Maserati Box Office at 919-459-8144 or by clicking here.

Individual game tickets start as low as $11. For more information on Season Tickets and Flex Plans visit www.carolinarailhawks.com. Keep up with all RailHawks news by following them on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.

The Carolina RailHawks will offer Kupono Captain’s Ale, a new craft beer brewed by Lonerider Brewing Company, at WakeMed Soccer Park for the 2015 NASL season, beginning with the regular season home opener against Ottawa Fury FC.

“Having a RailHawks-branded beer named after me is an honor,” said Kupono Low.  “I feel very grateful to be considered such a significant part of the organization.”

Kupono Captain’s Ale (4.6 ABV) is an American Blonde Ale, light bodied and brewed to be enjoyed during hot summer evenings at a match, or any time. The new RailHawks-branded beer pours clear and golden in color.

The Flavor is clean and crisp with very little aftertaste. Bitterness levels are very low, with a hint of hop flavor. Amarillo hops are used late in the brewing process to brighten and crisp the beer up. Lonerider recommends drinking Kupono Captain’s Ale from a pint glass or stadium cup and served cold, around 38 to 42 degrees Fahrenheit.

“Lonerider Brewing Company have been fantastic partners of the RailHawks for many years and they are passionate about soccer. I can think of no better way to launch the new RailHawks beer than by naming it after Kupono and having a portion of the proceeds go to Kupono and his favorite charity,” said RailHawks President Curt Johnson. “He has come to be known as Mr. RailHawk and will forever be one of the key figures in the growth of professional soccer in North Carolina.”

10% of the RailHawks proceeds from the sale of its new Kupono Captain’s Ale beer will go to Kupono Low and the Fill Your Bucket List Foundation.  The Fill Your Bucket List Foundation is a Triangle-based 501c3 non-profit organization created to support adults with cancer by making a wish or dream come true.  Similar to The Make-a-Wish Foundation for children, the Fill Your Bucket List Foundation grants adults (21+) with cancer the financial support to create lasting memories with the people they love.

“The Fill Your Bucket List Foundation sent a mother and her child last year on a cruise vacation to Puerto Rico. That was the foundation’s first charitable event and being part of that experience felt wonderful,” added Low. 

Kupono Captain’s Ale will be available at all RailHawks 2015 home games, as well as selected retail outlets.

The RailHawks will open the 2015 Season at home against Ottawa Fury FC on Saturday, April 4th at 1:00pm. RailHawks 2015 Individual Game Tickets and Ticket Packages are currently on sale and can be purchased by calling the Johnson Maserati Box Office at 919-459-8144 or by clicking here.

Individual game tickets start as low as $11. For more information on Season Tickets and Flex Plans visit www.carolinarailhawks.com. Keep up with all RailHawks news by following them on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.

CAROLINA RAILHAWKS – SEOUL E-LAND FC

Sunday, March 8th, 2015

WakeMed Soccer Park, Cary, NC

Follow the game live on Twitter

#CARvSEOUL

 

The Carolina RailHawks will return to WakeMed Soccer Park this Sunday, March 8th for the 7th Annual Hilton Garden Inn Durham Southpoint Community Shield Match against Seoul E-Land FC from South Korea. Kickoff for the Community Shield Match is set for 3:00pm ET. Get your tickets here.

The newly-formed club from South Korea's largest city has signed several young and talented players, as well as MLS-veterans, Carlyle Deon Mitchel (Vancouver Whitecaps and FC Edmonton), and former Real Salt Lake and San Jose Earthquakes forward, Ryan Johnson. Seoul E-Land FC is coached by former Carolina RailHawks Coach Martin Rennie.

“The RailHawks are one of the premier franchises in North America and I know that being hosted by the RailHawks will ensure that my new team will be well taken care of,” said Seoul E-Land Head Coach Martin Rennie. “I also know that spending time in the Triangle will be a great experience for my staff and players.”

The RailHawks have organized this preseason friendly to get an early start to the new NASL season. RailHawks fans will be raring to see an overhauled side from last season's team with all the new signings that Colin Clarke has made. Goalkeepers Hunter Gilstrap and Brian Sylvestre, defender Mamadou “Futty” Danso, midfielders Neil Hlavaty, Mark Anderson, Wells Thompson, and Chris Nurse and forward Simone Bracalello will look to make their mark for the new roster.

“Sunday is going to be an important match for us because it will give us an idea of where we are mentally and physically,” said RailHawks Head Coach Colin Clarke. “We will try to start the preseason strong and to put on a good performance for our fans.”

The 7th Annual Hilton Garden Inn Durham Southpoint Community Shield Match against Seoul E-Land FC will be included in the RailHawks Season Ticket Package. RailHawks 2015 Individual Game Tickets and Ticket Packages are currently on sale and can be purchased by calling the Johnson Maserati Box Office at (919) 459-8144 or by clicking here. Individual game tickets start as low as $11. For more information on Season Tickets and Flex Plans, visit www.carolinarailhawks.com. Keep up with all RailHawks news by following them on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.

 

RailHawks 2015 Preseason Schedule

DATE	OPPONENT	LOCATION
Sunday March 8th – 3:00pm	Seoul E-Land FC (South Korea)	WakeMed Soccer Park
Saturday March 14th – Time TBD	Charleston Battery	Blackbaud Stadium
Tuesday March 17th – Time TBD	UNC Wilmington	WakeMed Soccer Park – Field TBD
Saturday March 21st – 1:00pm ET	Charlotte Independence	WakeMed Soccer Park – Field #7

CAROLINA RAILHAWKS – SEOUL E-LAND FC

Sunday, March 8th, 2015

WakeMed Soccer Park, Cary, NC

Follow the game live on Twitter

#CARvSEOUL

 

The Carolina RailHawks will return to WakeMed Soccer Park this Sunday, March 8th for the 7th Annual Hilton Garden Inn Durham Southpoint Community Shield Match against Seoul E-Land FC from South Korea. Kickoff for the Community Shield Match is set for 3:00pm ET. Get your tickets here.

The newly-formed club from South Korea’s largest city has signed several young and talented players, as well as MLS-veterans, Carlyle Deon Mitchel (Vancouver Whitecaps and FC Edmonton), and former Real Salt Lake and San Jose Earthquakes forward, Ryan Johnson. Seoul E-Land FC is coached by former Carolina RailHawks Coach Martin Rennie.

“The RailHawks are one of the premier franchises in North America and I know that being hosted by the RailHawks will ensure that my new team will be well taken care of,” said Seoul E-Land Head Coach Martin Rennie. “I also know that spending time in the Triangle will be a great experience for my staff and players.”

The RailHawks have organized this preseason friendly to get an early start to the new NASL season. RailHawks fans will be raring to see an overhauled side from last season’s team with all the new signings that Colin Clarke has made. Goalkeepers Hunter Gilstrap and Brian Sylvestre, defender Mamadou “Futty” Danso, midfielders Neil Hlavaty, Mark Anderson, Wells Thompson, and Chris Nurse and forward Simone Bracalello will look to make their mark for the new roster.

“Sunday is going to be an important match for us because it will give us an idea of where we are mentally and physically,” said RailHawks Head Coach Colin Clarke. “We will try to start the preseason strong and to put on a good performance for our fans.”

The 7th Annual Hilton Garden Inn Durham Southpoint Community Shield Match against Seoul E-Land FC will be included in the RailHawks Season Ticket Package. RailHawks 2015 Individual Game Tickets and Ticket Packages are currently on sale and can be purchased by calling the Johnson Maserati Box Office at (919) 459-8144 or by clicking here. Individual game tickets start as low as $11. For more information on Season Tickets and Flex Plans, visit www.carolinarailhawks.com. Keep up with all RailHawks news by following them on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.

 

RailHawks 2015 Preseason Schedule

DATE	OPPONENT	LOCATION
Sunday March 8th – 3:00pm	Seoul E-Land FC (South Korea)	WakeMed Soccer Park
Saturday March 14th – Time TBD	Charleston Battery	Blackbaud Stadium
Tuesday March 17th – Time TBD	UNC Wilmington	WakeMed Soccer Park – Field TBD
Saturday March 21st – 1:00pm ET	Charlotte Independence	WakeMed Soccer Park – Field #7

The Carolina RailHawks added another talented defender to the roster on Thursday, with the signing of Gambian international Mamadou “Futty” Danso ahead of the 2015 season.

“We were looking to add an experienced center back. Futty has ties to the RailHawks because he played for our U-23 team and feels identified with our structure,” said RailHawks Head Coach Colin Clarke. “We are very excited to have him, he is going to be a great support for us defensively.”

The 31-year-old center back joins the team after enjoying success at the RailHawks’ U-23 level back in 2008, when he played in the USL Premier Development League.

Danso played college soccer at North Carolina Wesleyan College and Southern Polytechnic State University in Marietta, Georgia, where he scored 35 goals while playing both the defender and forward positions. He was a two-time All-Southern States Athletic Conference selection, was named SSAC’s 2007 Newcomer of the Year following his first season at SPSU, became the first Hornet to receive All-America honors in 2008 and was named to the honorable-mention team. In 2009, he was signed by the Portland Timbers of the USL First Division. 

Danso played in 16 games as a rookie with the second-division Timbers and was a member of the Timbers backline that shared the league lead for fewest goals allowed during the regular season. He eventually aided the club to a first-place finish in the USL First Division and the 2009 USL First Division Commissioner’s Cup. Danso logged 2,950 minutes with the USSF Division 2 before the team joined MLS. He would eventually clock 5,437 with the Timbers senior team and score a career-high three goals.

Danso then joined Montreal Impact and played five games with the USL team before he joined the senior team, where he registered 231 minutes in three matches. On the international scene, Danso took part in 10 games with the Gambian national team.

You can follow Mamadou on Twitter @Futty98.

The RailHawks roster is now comprised of 17 players: two goalkeepers (Hunter Gilstrap and Brian Sylvestre), five defenders (Connor Tobin, Daniel Scott, Austen King, Kupono Low and Mamadou Danso), eight midfielders (Nazmi Albadawi, Tiyi Shipalane, Leo Osaki, Neil Hlavaty, Mark Anderson, Wells Thompson, Austin Da Luz and Chris Nurse) and two forwards (Nacho Novo and Simone Bracalello).

Danso and the RailHawks will open the 2015 preseason at home against Seoul E-Land FC, in the 7th Annual Hilton Garden Inn Durham Southpoint Community Shield Match. RailHawks 2015 Individual Game Tickets and Ticket Packages are currently on sale and can be purchased by calling the Johnson Maserati Box Office at (919) 459-8144 or by clicking here. Individual game tickets start as low as $11. For more information on Season Tickets and Flex Plans, visit www.carolinarailhawks.com. Keep up with all RailHawks news by following them on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.

The Carolina RailHawks added another talented defender to the roster on Thursday, with the signing of Gambian international Mamadou “Futty” Danso ahead of the 2015 season.

“We were looking to add an experienced center back. Futty has ties to the RailHawks because he played for our U-23 team and feels identified with our structure,” said RailHawks Head Coach Colin Clarke. “We are very excited to have him, he is going to be a great support for us defensively.”

The 31-year-old center back joins the team after enjoying success at the RailHawks’ U-23 level back in 2008, when he played in the USL Premier Development League.

Danso played college soccer at North Carolina Wesleyan College and Southern Polytechnic State University in Marietta, Georgia, where he scored 35 goals while playing both the defender and forward positions. He was a two-time All-Southern States Athletic Conference selection, was named SSAC’s 2007 Newcomer of the Year following his first season at SPSU, became the first Hornet to receive All-America honors in 2008 and was named to the honorable-mention team. In 2009, he was signed by the Portland Timbers of the USL First Division. 

Danso played in 16 games as a rookie with the second-division Timbers and was a member of the Timbers backline that shared the league lead for fewest goals allowed during the regular season. He eventually aided the club to a first-place finish in the USL First Division and the 2009 USL First Division Commissioner’s Cup. Danso logged 2,950 minutes with the USSF Division 2 before the team joined MLS. He would eventually clock 5,437 with the Timbers senior team and score a career-high three goals.

Danso then joined Montreal Impact and played five games with the USL team before he joined the senior team, where he registered 231 minutes in three matches. On the international scene, Danso took part in 10 games with the Gambian national team.

You can follow Mamadou on Twitter @Futty98.

The RailHawks roster is now comprised of 17 players: two goalkeepers (Hunter Gilstrap and Brian Sylvestre), five defenders (Connor Tobin, Daniel Scott, Austen King, Kupono Low and Mamadou Danso), eight midfielders (Nazmi Albadawi, Tiyi Shipalane, Leo Osaki, Neil Hlavaty, Mark Anderson, Wells Thompson, Austin Da Luz and Chris Nurse) and two forwards (Nacho Novo and Simone Bracalello).

Danso and the RailHawks will open the 2015 preseason at home against Seoul E-Land FC, in the 7th Annual Hilton Garden Inn Durham Southpoint Community Shield Match. RailHawks 2015 Individual Game Tickets and Ticket Packages are currently on sale and can be purchased by calling the Johnson Maserati Box Office at (919) 459-8144 or by clicking here. Individual game tickets start as low as $11. For more information on Season Tickets and Flex Plans, visit www.carolinarailhawks.com. Keep up with all RailHawks news by following them on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.

The Carolina RailHawks announced they will host their First Footgolf Tournament on Sunday, March 22nd at Keith Hills Golf Club, located at 216 Country Club Drive, in Buies Creek.  Participants will get to mingle with the 2015 Carolina RailHawks squad and staff as well as other guests.

For only $30, participants will receive a tournament t-shirt, 18 holes of FootGolf, and a ticket to watch the Carolina RailHawks home opener game on April 4th against Ottawa Fury FC. A portion of the proceeds will go to the RailHawks Spread Your Wings Charity, INC.

Join us for drinks and food specials after the event at the Aviator Brewing TapHouse, located at 601 E. Broad Street, in Fuquay Varina. Deadline to register for the tournament is March 18th. Registration is available online HERE.

For more information, call Pat Ryan at 919-459-8142, or email him at pat@carolinarailhawks.com

The RailHawks will open the 2015 Season at home against Ottawa Fury FC on Saturday, April 4th at 1:00pm. RailHawks 2015 Individual Game Tickets and Ticket Packages are currently on sale and can be purchased by calling the Johnson Maserati Box Office at (919) 459-8144 or by clicking here. Individual game tickets start as low as $11. For more information on Season Tickets and Flex Plans visit www.carolinarailhawks.com.Keep up with all RailHawks news by following them on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.

The Carolina RailHawks announced they will host their First Footgolf Tournament on Sunday, March 22nd at Keith Hills Golf Club, located at 216 Country Club Drive, in Buies Creek.  Participants will get to mingle with the 2015 Carolina RailHawks squad and staff as well as other guests.

For only $30, participants will receive a tournament t-shirt, 18 holes of FootGolf, and a ticket to watch the Carolina RailHawks home opener game on April 4th against Ottawa Fury FC. A portion of the proceeds will go to the RailHawks Spread Your Wings Charity, INC.

Join us for drinks and food specials after the event at the Aviator Brewing TapHouse, located at 601 E. Broad Street, in Fuquay Varina. Deadline to register for the tournament is March 18th. Registration is available online HERE.

For more information, call Pat Ryan at 919-459-8142, or email him at pat@carolinarailhawks.com

The RailHawks will open the 2015 Season at home against Ottawa Fury FC on Saturday, April 4th at 1:00pm. RailHawks 2015 Individual Game Tickets and Ticket Packages are currently on sale and can be purchased by calling the Johnson Maserati Box Office at (919) 459-8144 or by clicking here. Individual game tickets start as low as $11. For more information on Season Tickets and Flex Plans visit www.carolinarailhawks.com.Keep up with all RailHawks news by following them on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.

The Carolina RailHawks announced the re-signing of midfielder Austin da Luz ahead of the 2015 NASL Season. At the same time, the RailHawks announced the release of Daniel Jackson.

“We are delighted to have Austin back. He has been a leader in this team over the past few years and has the type of experience we are looking for,” said RailHawks Head Coach Colin Clarke. “Austin is a fantastic player and has great ability. He fits into our mold perfectly.”

Da Luz first signed with the RailHawks in 2012, and has since rejoined the team following a one-year stint with USL Pro side Orlando City SC. While in Orlando, he made a total of 18 USL Pro appearances, scoring five goals and completing one assist in 1,123 minutes. At the conclusion of the 2014 USL season, da Luz returned to the RailHawks. During his three seasons with the RailHawks (2012-2014), da Luz accumulated 2,847 minutes, 6 goals, and 10 assists in over 48 matches.

The Winston-Salem native had a stellar college career playing for the Demon Deacons at Wake Forest University. He appeared in 80 matches scoring 13 goals while also having 39 assists. Da Luz was part of the highly successful team that appeared in four Final Fours including a NCAA National Championship in 2007.

Da Luz would was selected as the 14th overall pick of the 2010 MLS SuperDraft by the New York Red Bulls, where he played seven regular season games in 2011, making four starts and notching a goal and an assist. He was then traded to D.C. United, where he participated in 14 matches.

You can follow Austin @austindaluz.

The RailHawks roster is now comprised of 17 players: two goalkeepers (Hunter Gilstrap and Brian Sylvestre), five defenders (Connor Tobin, Daniel Scott, Austen King, Kupono Low and Mamadou Danso), eight midfielders (Nazmi Albadawi, Tiyi Shipalane, Leo Osaki, Neil Hlavaty, Mark Anderson, Wells Thompson, Austin Da Luz and Chris Nurse) and two forwards (Nacho Novo and Simone Bracalello).

Da Luz and the RailHawks will open the 2015 preseason at home against Seoul E-Land FC, in the 7th Annual Hilton Garden Inn Durham Southpoint Community Shield Match. RailHawks 2015 Individual Game Tickets and Ticket Packages are currently on sale and can be purchased by calling the Johnson Maserati Box Office at (919) 459-8144 or by clicking here. Individual game tickets start as low as $11. For more information on Season Tickets and Flex Plans, visit www.carolinarailhawks.com. Keep up with all RailHawks news by following them on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.

The Carolina RailHawks announced the re-signing of midfielder Austin da Luz ahead of the 2015 NASL Season. At the same time, the RailHawks announced the release of Daniel Jackson.

“We are delighted to have Austin back. He has been a leader in this team over the past few years and has the type of experience we are looking for,â€Â said RailHawks Head Coach Colin Clarke. “Austin is a fantastic player and has great ability. He fits into our mold perfectly.â€Â

Da Luz first signed with the RailHawks in 2012, and has since rejoined the team following a one-year stint with USL Pro side Orlando City SC. While in Orlando, he made a total of 18 USL Pro appearances, scoring five goals and completing one assist in 1,123 minutes. At the conclusion of the 2014 USL season, da Luz returned to the RailHawks. During his three seasons with the RailHawks (2012-2014), da Luz accumulated 2,847 minutes, 6 goals, and 10 assists in over 48 matches.

The Winston-Salem native had a stellar college career playing for the Demon Deacons at Wake Forest University. He appeared in 80 matches scoring 13 goals while also having 39 assists. Da Luz was part of the highly successful team that appeared in four Final Fours including a NCAA National Championship in 2007.

Da Luz would was selected as the 14th overall pick of the 2010 MLS SuperDraft by the New York Red Bulls, where he played seven regular season games in 2011, making four starts and notching a goal and an assist. He was then traded to D.C. United, where he participated in 14 matches.

You can follow Austin @austindaluz.

The RailHawks roster is now comprised of 17 players: two goalkeepers (Hunter Gilstrap and Brian Sylvestre), five defenders (Connor Tobin, Daniel Scott, Austen King, Kupono Low and Mamadou Danso), eight midfielders (Nazmi Albadawi, Tiyi Shipalane, Leo Osaki, Neil Hlavaty, Mark Anderson, Wells Thompson, Austin Da Luz and Chris Nurse) and two forwards (Nacho Novo and Simone Bracalello).

Da Luz and the RailHawks will open the 2015 preseason at home against Seoul E-Land FC, in the 7th Annual Hilton Garden Inn Durham Southpoint Community Shield Match. RailHawks 2015 Individual Game Tickets and Ticket Packages are currently on sale and can be purchased by calling the Johnson Maserati Box Office at (919) 459-8144 or by clicking here. Individual game tickets start as low as $11. For more information on Season Tickets and Flex Plans, visit www.carolinarailhawks.com. Keep up with all RailHawks news by following them on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.

Capital Area RailHawks Academy teams returned from the winter break mid-January and some of our players are already making headlines as a result of being called to US Soccer National Team Camps. Furthermore, the Capital Area RailHawks Academy added former Horizon League Coach of the Year at Butler University and current North Carolina State University Head Coach Kelly Findley to the Academy Staff for the 2015 Spring.

More than 20 players have been called into US Soccer Market Training Centers this year, of which five have been called into various US Soccer Youth National Team Camps. Lucas Del Rosario, (currently at U-17 Residency) has been called into multiple U-16 Boys National Team and U-17 Youth National Team events. Likewise, DJ Mason was recently called to the U-18 Men’s National Team in Mexico to play in Copa Chivas.

16-year-old Delasi Batse was selected to participate in the US Soccer Development Academy Winter Showcase select game. His performance led to a U-16 Boys National Team call up and an international trip to Turkey. Also, Academy players Gabe Findley and Duncan Wegner were called into a U-14 Boys National Team Camp.

As previously announced, former Capital Area RailHawks Academy member Conor Donovan signed a Generation Adidas contract and was drafted by Orlando City FC in the MLS SuperDraft. Additionally, the Houston Dynamo picked former U-23 Capital Area RailHawks Academy player Rob Lovejoy and the Seattle Sounders drafted former RailHawks U-23 forward Andy Craven. Furthermore, Dre Fortune, also a former Capital Area RailHawks Academy player, competed with the Trinidad & Tobago U-20 Men’s National Team in CONCACAF Qualifying earlier this month.

Moreover, The Capital Area RailHawks Academy U-14 team participated in a US Soccer Regional Event last November and competed against top rivals, playing against Philadelphia Union, New York Red Bulls, and New England Revolution.

Several Academy players have agreed to college commitments this year, which add to those who committed last year for the 2015 class.

2015 College Commitments:

• Zack Olofson – UNC-Chapel Hill
• Brendan O’Dowd – UNC-Asheville
• Vinnie Durand – James Madison University
• MacLean Holbrook – UNC-Charlotte
• William Ramirez – Iowa Western College
• Ryan Day – UNC-Wilmington (committed last year)
• Ben Fisher – UNC-Wilmington (committed last year)
• Huntley Munn – UNC-Wilmington (committed last year)
• Matt Gianfortone – UNC-Wilmington (committed last year)
• Dominic Jensen – UNC-Chapel Hill (committed last year)
• DJ Mason – UNC-Chapel Hill (committed last year)

2016 College Commitments:

• Ryan Spaulding – UNC-Charlotte
• Colby Agu – Duke University
• Jeremy Kelly – UNC-Chapel Hill (committed last year)

For more information on the Capital Area RailHawks visit www.CapitalAreaRailHawks.com.

Capital Area RailHawks Academy teams returned from the winter break mid-January and some of our players are already making headlines as a result of being called to US Soccer National Team Camps. Furthermore, the Capital Area RailHawks Academy added former Horizon League Coach of the Year at Butler University and current North Carolina State University Head Coach Kelly Findley to the Academy Staff for the 2015 Spring.

More than 20 players have been called into US Soccer Market Training Centers this year, of which five have been called into various US Soccer Youth National Team Camps. Lucas Del Rosario, (currently at U-17 Residency) has been called into multiple U-16 Boys National Team and U-17 Youth National Team events. Likewise, DJ Mason was recently called to the U-18 Men’s National Team in Mexico to play in Copa Chivas.

16-year-old Delasi Batse was selected to participate in the US Soccer Development Academy Winter Showcase select game. His performance led to a U-16 Boys National Team call up and an international trip to Turkey. Also, Academy players Gabe Findley and Duncan Wegner were called into a U-14 Boys National Team Camp.

As previously announced, former Capital Area RailHawks Academy member Conor Donovan signed a Generation Adidas contract and was drafted by Orlando City FC in the MLS SuperDraft. Additionally, the Houston Dynamo picked former U-23 Capital Area RailHawks Academy player Rob Lovejoy and the Seattle Sounders drafted former RailHawks U-23 forward Andy Craven. Furthermore, Dre Fortune, also a former Capital Area RailHawks Academy player, competed with the Trinidad & Tobago U-20 Men’s National Team in CONCACAF Qualifying earlier this month.

Moreover, The Capital Area RailHawks Academy U-14 team participated in a US Soccer Regional Event last November and competed against top rivals, playing against Philadelphia Union, New York Red Bulls, and New England Revolution.

Several Academy players have agreed to college commitments this year, which add to those who committed last year for the 2015 class.

2015 College Commitments:

• Zack Olofson – UNC-Chapel Hill
• Brendan O’Dowd – UNC-Asheville
• Vinnie Durand – James Madison University
• MacLean Holbrook – UNC-Charlotte
• William Ramirez – Iowa Western College
• Ryan Day – UNC-Wilmington (committed last year)
• Ben Fisher – UNC-Wilmington (committed last year)
• Huntley Munn – UNC-Wilmington (committed last year)
• Matt Gianfortone – UNC-Wilmington (committed last year)
• Dominic Jensen – UNC-Chapel Hill (committed last year)
• DJ Mason – UNC-Chapel Hill (committed last year)

2016 College Commitments:

• Ryan Spaulding – UNC-Charlotte
• Colby Agu – Duke University
• Jeremy Kelly – UNC-Chapel Hill (committed last year)

For more information on the Capital Area RailHawks visit www.CapitalAreaRailHawks.com.

The 7th Annual Hilton Garden Inn Durham Southpoint Community Shield Match will see Seoul E-Land FC journey to WakeMed Soccer Park on Sunday, March 8th to face the RailHawks. Kickoff for the Community Shield Match is set for 3:00pm ET. Tickets are currently on sale.

"We are looking forward to this game. This is a high-profile international game very early in the season for us and it will give us a good test," said RailHawks Head Coach Colin Clarke. "It’s never easy to start this early in the season, but I feel very comfortable with the new signings because we reached the targets we had ahead of the season."

The RailHawks and Seoul E-Land FC have a direct connection through former RailHawks coach Martin Rennie. He coached the RailHawks from 2009 to 2011. Rennie led the RailHawks to an amazing 2010 season, in which the RailHawks had the best overall record in the league and made it to the championship game. In 2011, the team finished first in the standings during the NASL regular season.

"Martin Rennie was successful with the RailHawks in the past because he coaches the right way, so I’m sure this will be a competitive and fun game to watch," said Clarke.

In 2012 Rennie left the RailHawks to coach MLS’ Vancouver Whitecaps. In July of 2014, Rennie was appointed as Manager of Seoul E-Land FC.

"I am really looking forward to coming back to WakeMed Soccer Park to face the RailHawks. I had three wonderful years coaching the RailHawks and I met many friends who I look forward to seeing when I return," said Rennie. "The RailHawks are one of the premier franchises in North America and I know that being hosted by the RailHawks will ensure that my new team, Seoul E-Land FC, will be well taken care of. I also know that spending time in the Triangle will be a great experience for my staff and players."

Rennie said he enjoyed playing against the RailHawks twice before in preseason games when he was the coach of the Vancouver Whitecaps and knows his team will experience soccer at its most competitive level by facing a team like the RailHawks.

"In the last few years the RailHawks have had big wins against MLS teams in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup and the team continues to be seen as one of the best and most talented in the NASL," said Rennie.  

This match is a unique opportunity for the soccer fans in the Triangle to see a top-level professional team from South Korea, which has a population of over 10 million people. Seoul E-Land’s notable players include former Vancouver Whitecaps and FC Edmonton defender, Carlyle Deon Mitchel and former Real Salt Lake and San Jose Earthquakes forward, Ryan Johnson

The 7th Annual Hilton Garden Inn Durham Southpoint Community Shield Match against Seoul E-Land FC will be included in the RailHawks Season Ticket Package. RailHawks 2015 Individual Game Tickets and Ticket Packages are currently on sale and can be purchased by calling the Johnson Maserati Box Office at (919) 459-8144 or by clicking here. Individual game tickets start as low as $11. For more information on Season Tickets and Flex Plans, visit www.carolinarailhawks.com. Keep up with all RailHawks news by following them on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.

The 7th Annual Hilton Garden Inn Durham Southpoint Community Shield Match will see Seoul E-Land FC journey to WakeMed Soccer Park on Sunday, March 8th to face the RailHawks. Kickoff for the Community Shield Match is set for 3:00pm ET. Tickets are currently on sale.

“We are looking forward to this game. This is a high-profile international game very early in the season for us and it will give us a good test,” said RailHawks Head Coach Colin Clarke. “It’s never easy to start this early in the season, but I feel very comfortable with the new signings because we reached the targets we had ahead of the season.”

The RailHawks and Seoul E-Land FC have a direct connection through former RailHawks coach Martin Rennie. He coached the RailHawks from 2009 to 2011. Rennie led the RailHawks to an amazing 2010 season, in which the RailHawks had the best overall record in the league and made it to the championship game. In 2011, the team finished first in the standings during the NASL regular season.

“Martin Rennie was successful with the RailHawks in the past because he coaches the right way, so I’m sure this will be a competitive and fun game to watch,” said Clarke.

In 2012 Rennie left the RailHawks to coach MLS’ Vancouver Whitecaps. In July of 2014, Rennie was appointed as Manager of Seoul E-Land FC.

“I am really looking forward to coming back to WakeMed Soccer Park to face the RailHawks. I had three wonderful years coaching the RailHawks and I met many friends who I look forward to seeing when I return,” said Rennie. “The RailHawks are one of the premier franchises in North America and I know that being hosted by the RailHawks will ensure that my new team, Seoul E-Land FC, will be well taken care of. I also know that spending time in the Triangle will be a great experience for my staff and players.”

Rennie said he enjoyed playing against the RailHawks twice before in preseason games when he was the coach of the Vancouver Whitecaps and knows his team will experience soccer at its most competitive level by facing a team like the RailHawks.

“In the last few years the RailHawks have had big wins against MLS teams in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup and the team continues to be seen as one of the best and most talented in the NASL,” said Rennie.  

This match is a unique opportunity for the soccer fans in the Triangle to see a top-level professional team from South Korea, which has a population of over 10 million people. Seoul E-Land’s notable players include former Vancouver Whitecaps and FC Edmonton defender, Carlyle Deon Mitchel and former Real Salt Lake and San Jose Earthquakes forward, Ryan Johnson

The 7th Annual Hilton Garden Inn Durham Southpoint Community Shield Match against Seoul E-Land FC will be included in the RailHawks Season Ticket Package. RailHawks 2015 Individual Game Tickets and Ticket Packages are currently on sale and can be purchased by calling the Johnson Maserati Box Office at (919) 459-8144 or by clicking here. Individual game tickets start as low as $11. For more information on Season Tickets and Flex Plans, visit www.carolinarailhawks.com. Keep up with all RailHawks news by following them on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.

The Carolina RailHawks and Lonerider Brewery have agreed to create a RailHawks-branded craft beer. Starting today, fans and beer enthusiasts can enter their suggestions to name the new beer that will celebrate the spirit of soccer in North Carolina. The new RailHawks-branded beer will be available at all RailHawks 2015 home games, as well as selected retail outlets.

"We are extremely excited to develop a co-branded craft beer with our corporate partner, Lonerider Brewery," said RailHawks Senior Vice President, Pete Sciandra.   "Both Lonerider and the RailHawks have experienced explosive growth over the past few years, and the joining of our strong brands to market a new craft beer is a natural combination that will resonate with our passionate and loyal fan base."

Lonerider Brewing Company has been brewing ales in its Raleigh headquarters for more than six years. Its current beer brands include Shotgun Betty, 2010 Great American Beer Festival gold medal winning, Sweet Josie, Peacemaker and 2011 Great American Beer Festival award winning, DeadEye Jack.  

"I am glad that the RailHawks chose us as a partner to create a brew that would reflect the soccer culture in North Carolina," said Lonerider Brewing Company CEO, Sumit Vohra. "We are going to craft a kicking brew that will reflect the passion of RailHawks fans, both current and new."

To participate, candidates must submit their suggestions via the link below no later than February 20th. The winner of the contest will receive one case of Lonerider beer each month for one year.

Submit your names HERE

RailHawks 2015 Individual Game Tickets and Ticket Packages are currently on sale and can be purchased by calling the Johnson Maserati Box Office at (919) 459-8144 or by clicking here. Individual game tickets start as low as $11. For more information on Season Tickets and Flex Plans visit www.carolinarailhawks.com. Keep up with all RailHawks news by following them on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.

The Carolina RailHawks and Lonerider Brewery have agreed to create a RailHawks-branded craft beer. Starting today, fans and beer enthusiasts can enter their suggestions to name the new beer that will celebrate the spirit of soccer in North Carolina. The new RailHawks-branded beer will be available at all RailHawks 2015 home games, as well as selected retail outlets.

“We are extremely excited to develop a co-branded craft beer with our corporate partner, Lonerider Brewery,” said RailHawks Senior Vice President, Pete Sciandra.   “Both Lonerider and the RailHawks have experienced explosive growth over the past few years, and the joining of our strong brands to market a new craft beer is a natural combination that will resonate with our passionate and loyal fan base.”

Lonerider Brewing Company has been brewing ales in its Raleigh headquarters for more than six years. Its current beer brands include Shotgun Betty, 2010 Great American Beer Festival gold medal winning, Sweet Josie, Peacemaker and 2011 Great American Beer Festival award winning, DeadEye Jack.  

“I am glad that the RailHawks chose us as a partner to create a brew that would reflect the soccer culture in North Carolina,” said Lonerider Brewing Company CEO, Sumit Vohra. “We are going to craft a kicking brew that will reflect the passion of RailHawks fans, both current and new.”

To participate, candidates must submit their suggestions via the link below no later than February 20th. The winner of the contest will receive one case of Lonerider beer each month for one year.

Submit your names HERE

RailHawks 2015 Individual Game Tickets and Ticket Packages are currently on sale and can be purchased by calling the Johnson Maserati Box Office at (919) 459-8144 or by clicking here. Individual game tickets start as low as $11. For more information on Season Tickets and Flex Plans visit www.carolinarailhawks.com. Keep up with all RailHawks news by following them on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.

The Carolina RailHawks announced the signing of goalkeeper Brian Sylvestre ahead of the 2015 NASL Season.

The physically stately 6' 5" American shot stopper is a former player of the USL’s Harrisburg City Islanders, where he made three senior level appearances. Sylvestre, 22, debuted for the Islanders in a U.S. Open Cup match against the Philadelphia Union and is a former member of both the United States U-17 and U-20 National Teams.

"Brian is a very competitive player, he is a goalkeeper with a bright future," said RailHawks Head Coach Colin Clarke. "I have high expectations of him. We would have not signed him if we didn’t believe he is someone we could help develop into a top-class goalkeeper."

As a product of Hollywood, Florida, Sylvestre played his high school soccer at Hollywood Hills High School. His youth career started at the Schultz Academy, which ultimately led to Sylvestre joining the IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida. Sublime development built the path for Sylvestre to join the Vancouver Whitecaps FC Residency in 2009.

Sylvestre made his Residency team debut in the U-19 Super Group at Dallas Cup XXXI in 2010.

As a member of the senior side, Sylvestre was a part of the Whitecaps squad that earned runners up in the 2012 Canadian Championship. He then continued his career with a move to the Harrisburg City Islanders in 2013.

"I am very excited about this chance. Playing for the RailHawks is a great opportunity," said Sylvestre. "The team has a great winning history and I hope we are able to bring a championship back to North Carolina."

You can follow Brian on Twitter at @SylvestreBrian.

The RailHawks roster currently consists of 15 players: two goalkeepers (Hunter Gilstrap and Brian Sylvestre), four defenders (Conor Tobin, Daniel Scott, Austen King, and Kupono Low), six midfielders (Nazmi Albadawi, Tiyi Shipalane and Leo Osaki, Neil Hlavaty, Mark Anderson and Wells Thompson) and three forwards (Nacho Novo, Daniel Jackson and Simone Bracalello).

Sylvestre and the RailHawks will open the 2015 Season at home against Ottawa Fury FC on Saturday, April 4th at 1:00pm. RailHawks 2015 Individual Game Tickets and Ticket Packages are currently on sale and can be purchased by calling the Johnson Maserati Box Office at (919) 459-8144 or by clicking here . Individual game tickets start as low as $11. For more information on Season Tickets and Flex Plans, visithttp://www.carolinarailhawks.com/ . Keep up with all RailHawks news by following them on Twitter ,Facebook or Instagram .

The Carolina RailHawks announced the signing of goalkeeper Brian Sylvestre ahead of the 2015 NASL Season.

The physically stately 6′ 5″ American shot stopper is a former player of the USL’s Harrisburg City Islanders, where he made three senior level appearances. Sylvestre, 22, debuted for the Islanders in a U.S. Open Cup match against the Philadelphia Union and is a former member of both the United States U-17 and U-20 National Teams.

“Brian is a very competitive player, he is a goalkeeper with a bright future,” said RailHawks Head Coach Colin Clarke. “I have high expectations of him. We would have not signed him if we didn’t believe he is someone we could help develop into a top-class goalkeeper.”

As a product of Hollywood, Florida, Sylvestre played his high school soccer at Hollywood Hills High School. His youth career started at the Schultz Academy, which ultimately led to Sylvestre joining the IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida. Sublime development built the path for Sylvestre to join the Vancouver Whitecaps FC Residency in 2009.

Sylvestre made his Residency team debut in the U-19 Super Group at Dallas Cup XXXI in 2010.

As a member of the senior side, Sylvestre was a part of the Whitecaps squad that earned runners up in the 2012 Canadian Championship. He then continued his career with a move to the Harrisburg City Islanders in 2013.

“I am very excited about this chance. Playing for the RailHawks is a great opportunity,” said Sylvestre. “The team has a great winning history and I hope we are able to bring a championship back to North Carolina.”

You can follow Brian on Twitter at @SylvestreBrian.

The RailHawks roster currently consists of 15 players: two goalkeepers (Hunter Gilstrap and Brian Sylvestre), four defenders (Conor Tobin, Daniel Scott, Austen King, and Kupono Low), six midfielders (Nazmi Albadawi, Tiyi Shipalane and Leo Osaki, Neil Hlavaty, Mark Anderson and Wells Thompson) and three forwards (Nacho Novo, Daniel Jackson and Simone Bracalello).

Sylvestre and the RailHawks will open the 2015 Season at home against Ottawa Fury FC on Saturday, April 4th at 1:00pm. RailHawks 2015 Individual Game Tickets and Ticket Packages are currently on sale and can be purchased by calling the Johnson Maserati Box Office at (919) 459-8144 or by clicking here . Individual game tickets start as low as $11. For more information on Season Tickets and Flex Plans, visithttp://www.carolinarailhawks.com/ . Keep up with all RailHawks news by following them on Twitter ,Facebook or Instagram .

The Carolina RailHawks 2015 Season schedule has been released and now’s the time to take advantage of the best savings on single game tickets.   Group tickets offer the largest discounts outside of Season Ticket and Flex Plans.   Group ticket rates offersavings between 20-25%  on game day prices and come into effect when purchasing ten (10) or more tickets. Group tickets are perfect for soccer teams, company outings, and enjoying the highest level of soccer in North Carolina with family and friends.  

                                                           
Beginning tomorrow, January 28th  at 9:00am group ticket rates will be available to the public, so now’s the time to secure your location early to guarantee the best seats!
 
Group tickets will be on sale exclusively for a limited time before individual tickets go on sale to the general public, so be sure to call the Johnson Maserati Box Office at 919-459-8144 to reserve your seats today! For more information, please visitCarolinaRailHawks.com.
 

SECTION	GROUP 10-39	GROUP 40+
VIP	$25	Not available
TERRACE	$25	Not available
CLUB	$19	$16
PREMIUM	$15	$12
SPECTATOR	$9	$9

 
Carolina RailHawks Season Tickets and Flex Plans for the 2015 NASL Season are on-sale now.  The full RailHawks home schedule, including the April 4th  NASL Home Opener, can be viewed  here.   For more information on Season Tickets and the great benefits visit  CarolinaRailHawks.com/STH.   Flex plans are available for as low as $55. To order visit  CarolinaRailHawks.com  or call the Johnson Maserati Box Office at (919) 459-8144.

The Carolina RailHawks 2015 Season schedule has been released and now’s the time to take advantage of the best savings on single game tickets.   Group tickets offer the largest discounts outside of Season Ticket and Flex Plans.   Group ticket rates offersavings between 20-25%  on game day prices and come into effect when purchasing ten (10) or more tickets. Group tickets are perfect for soccer teams, company outings, and enjoying the highest level of soccer in North Carolina with family and friends.  

                                                           
Beginning tomorrow, January 28th  at 9:00am group ticket rates will be available to the public, so now’s the time to secure your location early to guarantee the best seats!
 
Group tickets will be on sale exclusively for a limited time before individual tickets go on sale to the general public, so be sure to call the Johnson Maserati Box Office at 919-459-8144 to reserve your seats today! For more information, please visitCarolinaRailHawks.com.
 

SECTION	GROUP 10-39	GROUP 40+
VIP	$25	Not available
TERRACE	$25	Not available
CLUB	$19	$16
PREMIUM	$15	$12
SPECTATOR	$9	$9

 
Carolina RailHawks Season Tickets and Flex Plans for the 2015 NASL Season are on-sale now.  The full RailHawks home schedule, including the April 4th  NASL Home Opener, can be viewed  here.   For more information on Season Tickets and the great benefits visit  CarolinaRailHawks.com/STH.   Flex plans are available for as low as $55. To order visit  CarolinaRailHawks.com  or call the Johnson Maserati Box Office at (919) 459-8144.