LIONSBRIDGE FC
Community-Driven Soccer Team & Affordable Family Entertainment on the Virginia Peninsula
2024 Season Recap
- Overall Record: 15 wins, 2 losses, and 4 draws
- USL League Two Eastern Conference Finalist
- Set new club record for points in USL League games (29)
- 4th straight USL League Two Playoff appearance
- 3rd straight Chesapeake Division Title
- 6th straight Coastal Virginia Challenge Cup
- Led the Eastern Conference in attendance
- Set new club records for single game and single season attendance
LIONSBRIDGE SEASON ENDS IN EASTERN CONFERENCE FINAL
(July 26, 2024) — In a hard-fought USL League Two Eastern Conference Final at TowneBank Stadium, Lionsbridge FC fell to Seacoast United 6-3, concluding a remarkable season for the Chesapeake Division champions.
The match began with Seacoast United taking an early lead through Conde in the 9th minute. Lionsbridge FC responded in the 23rd minute with a goal by Claudel N'goubou. Seacoast regained the lead in the 31st minute with a goal from Makedika, but Lionsbridge fought back, equalizing in the 38th minute thanks to Jasper Winslow, assisted by Matthew Kirk. However, Seacoast's Rodriguez scored just before halftime in the 42nd minute, giving them a 3-2 lead at the break.
In the second half, Seacoast United extended their advantage with Dos Santos scoring in the 56th minute. Lionsbridge narrowed the gap in the 76th minute, with Denis Krioutchenkov finding the net from a Sam Hall assist. Yet, Seacoast quickly restored their two-goal lead through Conde's second goal in the 78th minute, and Healy sealed the victory with a goal in the 82nd minute.
The game was more competitive than the final scoreline suggests, with both teams recording 11 shots each. Seacoast United had a slight edge in corner kicks, 5-4.
Lionsbridge FC finishes the season with a record of 15 wins, 2 losses, and 4 draws. The team made its fourth consecutive USL League Two playoff appearance, captured its third straight Chesapeake Division title, and won its sixth consecutive Coastal Virginia Challenge Cup against archrival Virginia Beach United.
Seacoast United (16-1) advances to the USL League Two National Semifinal on Sunday, July 28 at TowneBank Stadium against the Southern Conference champions, Asheville City SC.
Postscript: Seacoast United would go on to win the 2024 USL League Two national title, winning all six playoff games away from home and three against the host club (Ocean City, Lionsbridge and Peoria City). Lionsbridge FC has lost in the playoffs to the eventual champions in back-to-back seasons (Ballard, 2023; Seacoast United, 2024).
- 📺 PBMaresCoach's Corner with Chris Whalley
- 📺 Riverside Man of the Match: Josh Baker
- 📺 Bowditch Ford Drive of the Game: Jasper Winslow
- 📺 Langley Federal Credit Union Save of the Game: Tyler Hogan
(July 26, 2024) — In a hard-fought USL League Two Eastern Conference Final at TowneBank Stadium, Lionsbridge FC fell to Seacoast United 6-3, concluding a remarkable season for the Chesapeake Division champions.
The match began with Seacoast United taking an early lead through Conde in the 9th minute. Lionsbridge FC responded in the 23rd minute with a goal by Claudel N'goubou. Seacoast regained the lead in the 31st minute with a goal from Makedika, but Lionsbridge fought back, equalizing in the 38th minute thanks to Jasper Winslow, assisted by Matthew Kirk. However, Seacoast's Rodriguez scored just before halftime in the 42nd minute, giving them a 3-2 lead at the break.
In the second half, Seacoast United extended their advantage with Dos Santos scoring in the 56th minute. Lionsbridge narrowed the gap in the 76th minute, with Denis Krioutchenkov finding the net from a Sam Hall assist. Yet, Seacoast quickly restored their two-goal lead through Conde's second goal in the 78th minute, and Healy sealed the victory with a goal in the 82nd minute.
The game was more competitive than the final scoreline suggests, with both teams recording 11 shots each. Seacoast United had a slight edge in corner kicks, 5-4.
Lionsbridge FC finishes the season with a record of 15 wins, 2 losses, and 4 draws. The team made its fourth consecutive USL League Two playoff appearance, captured its third straight Chesapeake Division title, and won its sixth consecutive Coastal Virginia Challenge Cup against archrival Virginia Beach United.
Seacoast United (16-1) advances to the USL League Two National Semifinal on Sunday, July 28 at TowneBank Stadium against the Southern Conference champions, Asheville City SC.
Postscript: Seacoast United would go on to win the 2024 USL League Two national title, winning all six playoff games away from home and three against the host club (Ocean City, Lionsbridge and Peoria City). Lionsbridge FC has lost in the playoffs to the eventual champions in back-to-back seasons (Ballard, 2023; Seacoast United, 2024).
LIONSBRIDGE ADVANCES TO THE EASTERN CONFERENCE FINAL
(July 21, 2024) — Lionsbridge FC advanced to the USL League Two Eastern Conference final for the second straight year with a 2-0 victory over Salem City at TowneBank Stadium on Sunday night.
Lionsbridge FC will host the next two rounds of the USL League Two playoffs in Newport News on Friday, July 26 and Sunday, July 28.
Lionsbridge will face Seacoast United in the Eastern Conference final on Friday, July 26. Seacoast, the Northeast Conference champions, defeated Vermont Green 3-0 to earn their place in the round of eight. This will be the first meeting between the two teams.
Dom Foster opened the scoring just before halftime, netting a goal in the 45th minute. Isaiah Chisolm sealed the win with a goal in the 70th minute, putting the game out of reach.
With this win, Lionsbridge has now won six consecutive home playoff games dating back to 2022. The team remains unbeaten in its last 15 matches this season, with their last loss occurring on May 26.
- 📺 PBMares Coach's Corner with Chris Whalley
- 📺 Riverside Man of the Match: Claudel N'goubou
- 📺 Langley Federal Credit Union Save of the Game: Tyler Hogan
- 📺 Bowditch Ford Drive of the Game: Dom Foster
- 📺 Highlights
(July 21, 2024) — Lionsbridge FC advanced to the USL League Two Eastern Conference final for the second straight year with a 2-0 victory over Salem City at TowneBank Stadium on Sunday night.
Lionsbridge FC will host the next two rounds of the USL League Two playoffs in Newport News on Friday, July 26 and Sunday, July 28.
Lionsbridge will face Seacoast United in the Eastern Conference final on Friday, July 26. Seacoast, the Northeast Conference champions, defeated Vermont Green 3-0 to earn their place in the round of eight. This will be the first meeting between the two teams.
Dom Foster opened the scoring just before halftime, netting a goal in the 45th minute. Isaiah Chisolm sealed the win with a goal in the 70th minute, putting the game out of reach.
With this win, Lionsbridge has now won six consecutive home playoff games dating back to 2022. The team remains unbeaten in its last 15 matches this season, with their last loss occurring on May 26.
Lionsbridge FC Rallies to Defeat Western Mass, 2-1, in Thrilling Eastern Conference Quarterfinal
(July 19, 2024) — For the fourth time this season, Lionsbridge FC erased a deficit to come from behind and win, but the stakes had never been this high in 2024.
In front of a raucous TowneBank Stadium crowd that had the bleachers literally bouncing, Lionsbridge secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Western Massachusetts Pioneers in the Eastern Conference Quarterfinal on Friday night.
The decisive moment arrived in the 90th minute when Isaiah Chisolm pounced on a rebound after his initial header from a Matthew Kirk corner was stopped, sending the thousands of fans into ecstasy.
With the win, Lionsbridge advances to face Salem City FC in the Eastern Conference Semifinal on Sunday night at TowneBank Stadium. The two clubs met in the same round last season, with Salem City known then as North Carolina Fusion, where Lionsbridge triumphed 3-1 on their way to the USL League Two final.
Lionsbridge, the Chesapeake Division champions, showcased their resilience once again, earning their fourth come-from-behind victory of the season and extending their home playoff winning streak to five games, including last year's impressive run to the final.
The match was fiercely contested from the start, with both teams displaying physicality and intensity throughout. Western Mass struck first in the 32nd minute, when Jiana found the back of the net. The goal jolted Lionsbridge, who responded with a relentless push to equalize.
In the 41st minute, Isaiah Chisolm nearly leveled the score, getting on the end of Matthew Kirk's free kick, but his header went just wide. Moments later, Davide Materazzi made a massive defensive stop to keep the deficit at one.
The turning point came in the 53rd minute when George Wyatt headed home a corner kick from Matthew Kirk, sending the home crowd into a frenzy. Every fan in attendance celebrated with a free Chick-fil-A sandwich, courtesy of the team's and restaurant's promotion.
Lionsbridge continued to press, with several near-misses, including Chisolm's scissor kick in the 62nd minute that went inches wide and Sam Hall’s effort just before halftime that narrowly missed the post.
The game remained intensely competitive and physical until the final whistle. The game featured a combined nine yellow cards.
Tyler Hogan made a crucial stop on a dangerous low cross in the 74th minute, preserving the 1-1 deadlock before Chisolm’s late heroics.
With the win, Lionsbridge's season continues with a 14-1-4 record, adding to a list of achievements that include a fourth consecutive USL League Two playoff appearance, a third straight Chesapeake Division title, and a sixth consecutive Coastal Virginia Challenge Cup.
Lionsbridge’s comeback victory sets the stage for another thrilling encounter on Sunday night at TowneBank Stadium against Salem City FC, as the quest for the USL League Two title continues.
- 📺 PBMares Coach's Corner with Chris Whalley
- 📺 Riverside Man of the Match: George Wyatt
- 📺 Langley Federal Credit Union Save of the Game: Tyler Hogan
- 📺 Bowditch Ford Drive of the Game: Isaiah Chisolm
- 📺 Highlights
(July 19, 2024) — For the fourth time this season, Lionsbridge FC erased a deficit to come from behind and win, but the stakes had never been this high in 2024.
In front of a raucous TowneBank Stadium crowd that had the bleachers literally bouncing, Lionsbridge secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Western Massachusetts Pioneers in the Eastern Conference Quarterfinal on Friday night.
The decisive moment arrived in the 90th minute when Isaiah Chisolm pounced on a rebound after his initial header from a Matthew Kirk corner was stopped, sending the thousands of fans into ecstasy.
With the win, Lionsbridge advances to face Salem City FC in the Eastern Conference Semifinal on Sunday night at TowneBank Stadium. The two clubs met in the same round last season, with Salem City known then as North Carolina Fusion, where Lionsbridge triumphed 3-1 on their way to the USL League Two final.
Lionsbridge, the Chesapeake Division champions, showcased their resilience once again, earning their fourth come-from-behind victory of the season and extending their home playoff winning streak to five games, including last year's impressive run to the final.
The match was fiercely contested from the start, with both teams displaying physicality and intensity throughout. Western Mass struck first in the 32nd minute, when Jiana found the back of the net. The goal jolted Lionsbridge, who responded with a relentless push to equalize.
In the 41st minute, Isaiah Chisolm nearly leveled the score, getting on the end of Matthew Kirk's free kick, but his header went just wide. Moments later, Davide Materazzi made a massive defensive stop to keep the deficit at one.
The turning point came in the 53rd minute when George Wyatt headed home a corner kick from Matthew Kirk, sending the home crowd into a frenzy. Every fan in attendance celebrated with a free Chick-fil-A sandwich, courtesy of the team's and restaurant's promotion.
Lionsbridge continued to press, with several near-misses, including Chisolm's scissor kick in the 62nd minute that went inches wide and Sam Hall’s effort just before halftime that narrowly missed the post.
The game remained intensely competitive and physical until the final whistle. The game featured a combined nine yellow cards.
Tyler Hogan made a crucial stop on a dangerous low cross in the 74th minute, preserving the 1-1 deadlock before Chisolm’s late heroics.
With the win, Lionsbridge's season continues with a 14-1-4 record, adding to a list of achievements that include a fourth consecutive USL League Two playoff appearance, a third straight Chesapeake Division title, and a sixth consecutive Coastal Virginia Challenge Cup.
Lionsbridge’s comeback victory sets the stage for another thrilling encounter on Sunday night at TowneBank Stadium against Salem City FC, as the quest for the USL League Two title continues.
LIONSBRIDGE CLINCHES THIRD STRAIGHT CHESAPEAKE DIVISION TITLE WITH A 5-1 VICTORY OVER VIRGINIA MARAUDERS
(July 13, 2024) — Lionsbridge FC secured the Chesapeake Division title for the third consecutive year with a commanding 5-1 win over the Virginia Marauders on Saturday.
Sam Hall opened the scoring for Lionsbridge with a penalty kick in the 14th minute. Matthew Kirk doubled the lead ten minutes later, assisted by Isaiah Chisolm. An own goal by the Marauders in the 39th minute gave Lionsbridge a 3-0 advantage going into halftime.
The Marauders managed to get on the scoreboard in the 75th minute with a goal by Hollins. However, Lionsbridge quickly regained their three-goal lead with a strike from Coleman Jennings, assisted by Christian Hatley, in the 87th minute. Denis Krioutchenkov sealed the victory with a penalty kick in the 89th minute.
Lionsbridge dominated the match, outshooting the Marauders 23-2, with 12 shots in the first half and 11 in the second half.
Lionsbridge FC is one of just three teams in USL to win its division every year since 2022. The team will host the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals and Semifinals at TowneBank Stadium on Friday, July 19, and Sunday, July 21. The first semifinal on Friday will begin at 4:30 p.m. with Virginia Beach United against Salem City FC. In the second game, Lionsbridge FC will play Western Mass Pioneers at 7:30 p.m.
(July 13, 2024) — Lionsbridge FC secured the Chesapeake Division title for the third consecutive year with a commanding 5-1 win over the Virginia Marauders on Saturday.
Sam Hall opened the scoring for Lionsbridge with a penalty kick in the 14th minute. Matthew Kirk doubled the lead ten minutes later, assisted by Isaiah Chisolm. An own goal by the Marauders in the 39th minute gave Lionsbridge a 3-0 advantage going into halftime.
The Marauders managed to get on the scoreboard in the 75th minute with a goal by Hollins. However, Lionsbridge quickly regained their three-goal lead with a strike from Coleman Jennings, assisted by Christian Hatley, in the 87th minute. Denis Krioutchenkov sealed the victory with a penalty kick in the 89th minute.
Lionsbridge dominated the match, outshooting the Marauders 23-2, with 12 shots in the first half and 11 in the second half.
Lionsbridge FC is one of just three teams in USL to win its division every year since 2022. The team will host the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals and Semifinals at TowneBank Stadium on Friday, July 19, and Sunday, July 21. The first semifinal on Friday will begin at 4:30 p.m. with Virginia Beach United against Salem City FC. In the second game, Lionsbridge FC will play Western Mass Pioneers at 7:30 p.m.
This Is Lionsbridge FC
⭐ USL League Two National Finalist (2023)
🏆 USL League Two Eastern Conference Champion (2023)
⭐ USL League Two Eastern Conference Runner-Up (2024)
🏆 Chesapeake Division Champion (2022, 2023, 2024)
⭐ USL League Two Playoff Host (2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)
⭐ Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Qualifier (2023, 2024, 2025)
🏆 Coastal Virginia Challenge Cup winner (2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)
🏆 Commonwealth Cup Champion (2018)
🏆 USL League Two Eastern Conference Champion (2023)
⭐ USL League Two Eastern Conference Runner-Up (2024)
🏆 Chesapeake Division Champion (2022, 2023, 2024)
⭐ USL League Two Playoff Host (2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)
⭐ Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Qualifier (2023, 2024, 2025)
🏆 Coastal Virginia Challenge Cup winner (2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)
🏆 Commonwealth Cup Champion (2018)
LIONSBRIDGE FC NAMED USL LEAGUE TWO FRANCHISE OF THE YEAR
Lionsbridge FC was named the Franchise of the Year by USL League Two at the league's Winter Summit. (FULL ARTICLE)
Lionsbridge FC was named the Franchise of the Year by USL League Two at the league's Winter Summit. (FULL ARTICLE)
USL LEAGUE TWO RECOGNIZES LIONSBRIDGE FC FOR ITS COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
(USLLeagueTwo.com) – The Hampton Roads area of Virginia has a well-documented passion for soccer. Though the interest in global soccer has been present for some time, the area hadn't recently had a club to call its own until two years ago. That changed when Lionsbridge FC was founded. (FULL ARTICLE)
(USLLeagueTwo.com) – The Hampton Roads area of Virginia has a well-documented passion for soccer. Though the interest in global soccer has been present for some time, the area hadn't recently had a club to call its own until two years ago. That changed when Lionsbridge FC was founded. (FULL ARTICLE)
