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LIONSBRIDGE SMASHES AC COMMONWEALTH, 6-1
The Bridge took a break from the League Two schedule, but didn't miss a beat posting a 6-1 win against AC Commonwealth on Tuesday night. The victory extended LBFC's winning streak to four games and improved its overall record to 8-2-1.
Lionsbridge wasted no time jumping in front with Alex Levengood's goal in the 9th minute. A parade of first half goals followed with Adam Davie (14'), Matt Lock (24'), Matt Bentley (42'). Charles Touche (69') and Daniel Hoffmann (73') rounded out the scoring. Ewan Mclauchlan, though, was named Riverside Man of the Match.
The Bridge took a break from the League Two schedule, but didn't miss a beat posting a 6-1 win against AC Commonwealth on Tuesday night. The victory extended LBFC's winning streak to four games and improved its overall record to 8-2-1.
Lionsbridge wasted no time jumping in front with Alex Levengood's goal in the 9th minute. A parade of first half goals followed with Adam Davie (14'), Matt Lock (24'), Matt Bentley (42'). Charles Touche (69') and Daniel Hoffmann (73') rounded out the scoring. Ewan Mclauchlan, though, was named Riverside Man of the Match.
THE CUP STAYS HOME!
For the third consecutive year, Lionsbridge FC captured the Coastal Virginia Challenge Cup, presented by HamptonRoadsOfficeSpace.com. Charles Touche scored in the 50th minute and Adam Davie put the game on ice in the 90th minute as Lionsbridge FC defeated Virginia Beach United, 2-0, in front of a rocking crowd at TowneBank Stadium on Saturday night.
Robbie Bruce earned Riverside Man of the Match honors for his outstanding midfield play and assist on the first Lionsbridge goal.
Lionsbridge FC now owns an all-time record against its cross-water rivals of four wins, two ties and only one loss.
For the third consecutive year, Lionsbridge FC captured the Coastal Virginia Challenge Cup, presented by HamptonRoadsOfficeSpace.com. Charles Touche scored in the 50th minute and Adam Davie put the game on ice in the 90th minute as Lionsbridge FC defeated Virginia Beach United, 2-0, in front of a rocking crowd at TowneBank Stadium on Saturday night.
Robbie Bruce earned Riverside Man of the Match honors for his outstanding midfield play and assist on the first Lionsbridge goal.
Lionsbridge FC now owns an all-time record against its cross-water rivals of four wins, two ties and only one loss.
LIONSBRIDGE HANDLES ASHLAND TOWN IN MID-WEEK FRIENDLY, 4-0
Four different Lionsbridge players scored, including Matt Bentley, Adam Davie, Matt Lock and Brennen Burton, as the Bridge coasted to a 4-0 victory against visiting Ashland Town FC in a mid-week friendly at TowneBank Stadium. Rob Tomlin was named the Riverside Man of the Match.
The win keeps Lionsbridge FC undefeated at home through three games and sets up a Saturday night clash against cross-town rival Virginia Beach United in the battle for the Coastal Virginia Challenge Cup, presented by HamptonRoadsOfficeSpace.com. Stick around after the game for the post-game fireworks extravangza presented by Bowditch Ford.
Four different Lionsbridge players scored, including Matt Bentley, Adam Davie, Matt Lock and Brennen Burton, as the Bridge coasted to a 4-0 victory against visiting Ashland Town FC in a mid-week friendly at TowneBank Stadium. Rob Tomlin was named the Riverside Man of the Match.
The win keeps Lionsbridge FC undefeated at home through three games and sets up a Saturday night clash against cross-town rival Virginia Beach United in the battle for the Coastal Virginia Challenge Cup, presented by HamptonRoadsOfficeSpace.com. Stick around after the game for the post-game fireworks extravangza presented by Bowditch Ford.
LIONSBRIDGE POSTS 2-1 ROAD WIN AT TOBACCO ROAD
Charles Touche scored his team-leading sixth goal in the first half and Adam Davie converted a second half penalty to lead Lionsbridge to a 2-1 road victory at Tobacco Road. The win lifted the Bridge back into a tie for second place in the tightly-contested South Atlantic Division.
Charles Touche scored his team-leading sixth goal in the first half and Adam Davie converted a second half penalty to lead Lionsbridge to a 2-1 road victory at Tobacco Road. The win lifted the Bridge back into a tie for second place in the tightly-contested South Atlantic Division.
LIONSBRIDGE FALLS at WEST VIRGINIA
A wild, back-and-forth affair ended with a 4-2 win for West Virginia United on a steamy Sunday afternoon in Charleston, W.V. Alex Levengood scored a pair of goals in the 8th and 19th minutes, at the time giving Lionsbridge a 2-1 lead. But West Virginia reclaimed the lead before halftime.
Lionsbridge FC has now completed half of its 14-game league schedule and currently sits in a playoff position with a 4-2-1 record (13 points), three behind West Virginia and one behind NC Fusion.
A wild, back-and-forth affair ended with a 4-2 win for West Virginia United on a steamy Sunday afternoon in Charleston, W.V. Alex Levengood scored a pair of goals in the 8th and 19th minutes, at the time giving Lionsbridge a 2-1 lead. But West Virginia reclaimed the lead before halftime.
Lionsbridge FC has now completed half of its 14-game league schedule and currently sits in a playoff position with a 4-2-1 record (13 points), three behind West Virginia and one behind NC Fusion.
LIONSBRIDGE WINS at TRI-CITIES, 2-0
Alfredo Bozalongo buried a 16th minute free kick and Alex Levengood's 79th minute goal lifted Lionsbridge FC into a tie for first place in the South Atlantic Division standings with a 2-0 road win at Tri-Cities FC on June 4. Juan Basabe and the Lionsbridge back four kept a clean sheet for a second time this season. Bozalongo was named the Riverside Man of the Match.
The club's longest road trip of the season continues on Sunday afternoon at 2pm against West Virginia United.
Alfredo Bozalongo buried a 16th minute free kick and Alex Levengood's 79th minute goal lifted Lionsbridge FC into a tie for first place in the South Atlantic Division standings with a 2-0 road win at Tri-Cities FC on June 4. Juan Basabe and the Lionsbridge back four kept a clean sheet for a second time this season. Bozalongo was named the Riverside Man of the Match.
The club's longest road trip of the season continues on Sunday afternoon at 2pm against West Virginia United.
BENTLEY'S TWO-GOAL PERFORMANCE PROPELS LIONSBRIDGE TO A MASSIVE, 2-1 VICTORY vs FUSION
Lionsbridge FC successfully defended its home field against the defending division champion, North Carolina Fusion, with a 2-1 victory on a unseasonably cold and rainy Saturday night. In the 5th minute, Matt Bentley's majestic free kick to give the Bridge an early cushion. In the 57th minute, his left-footed blast doubled the lead. Fusion made it interesting with a 60th minute goal, but the Lionsbridge kept them at bay for the rest of the night. Bentley was named the Riverside Man of the Match.
The win put Lionsbridge right back in the South Atlantic division title chase. Lionsbridge will play its next three games away from home, before returning to TowneBank Stadium on Wednesday, June 16 against Ashland Town FC (tickets).
Lionsbridge FC successfully defended its home field against the defending division champion, North Carolina Fusion, with a 2-1 victory on a unseasonably cold and rainy Saturday night. In the 5th minute, Matt Bentley's majestic free kick to give the Bridge an early cushion. In the 57th minute, his left-footed blast doubled the lead. Fusion made it interesting with a 60th minute goal, but the Lionsbridge kept them at bay for the rest of the night. Bentley was named the Riverside Man of the Match.
The win put Lionsbridge right back in the South Atlantic division title chase. Lionsbridge will play its next three games away from home, before returning to TowneBank Stadium on Wednesday, June 16 against Ashland Town FC (tickets).
LIONSBRIDGE RETURNS TO FULL CAPACITY AT TOWNEBANK STADIUM
In accordance with updated health protocols issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia, Lionsbridge Football Club announced that home matches at TowneBank Stadium return to full capacity beginning this Saturday night, May 29.
Upon returning to full capacity, Lionsbridge FC will continue to adhere to a number of health and safety protocols, including mobile entry, cashless transactions, hand sanitization dispensers throughout the stadium and increased cleaning and sanitization protocols.
In accordance with updated health protocols issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia, Lionsbridge Football Club announced that home matches at TowneBank Stadium return to full capacity beginning this Saturday night, May 29.
Upon returning to full capacity, Lionsbridge FC will continue to adhere to a number of health and safety protocols, including mobile entry, cashless transactions, hand sanitization dispensers throughout the stadium and increased cleaning and sanitization protocols.
LIONSBRIDGE FALLS ON THE ROAD, 2-1, AT FUSION
Lionsbridge suffered its first defeat of the season, a 2-1 loss at North Carolina Fusion on Wednesday night. The Bridge trailed by two at the half. Adam Davie capitalized on a great team buildup with a goal in the 60th minute and created numerous additional opportunities, but never found the equalizer. The two teams will square off again in just three days back in Newport News.
Lionsbridge suffered its first defeat of the season, a 2-1 loss at North Carolina Fusion on Wednesday night. The Bridge trailed by two at the half. Adam Davie capitalized on a great team buildup with a goal in the 60th minute and created numerous additional opportunities, but never found the equalizer. The two teams will square off again in just three days back in Newport News.
LIONSBRIDGE WINS HOME OPENER, 4-1, AGAINST WAKE FC
The Bridge wasted no time jumping on top of Wake FC with a first minute goal from Charles Touche en route to a 4-1 win in the 2021 home opener. More than 1,600 fans enjoyed the victory and the TowneBank festivities as Lionsbridge FC stayed undefeated (2-0-1). The result sets up an early-season showdown with back-to-back games against first-place NC Fusion (3-0) on Wednesday (away) and Saturday (home | tickets)
LIONSBRIDGE BLASTS NCFC, 7-1, IN CARY, N.C.
The Bridge set a new club record for most goals in a league game en route to a dominating win at NCFC on May 15. The team scored four goals in the game’s first 25 minutes and never looked back. Charles Touche scored a hat trick to earn Riverside Man of the Match honors. Simon Fitch, Adam Davie, Robbie Bruce and an own goal accounted for the final tally.
LIONSBRIDGE DRAWS AT VBU IN 2021 OPENER
Goalkeeper Nathan Jones and the Lionsbridge defense frustrated Virginia Beach United all night long as the teams played to a 0-0 draw in the first leg of the CoVa Challenge Cup, presented by HamptonRoadsOfficeSpace.com. It means the Cup will be settled during the June 19 rematch in Newport News.
SINGLE GAME TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!
Single game tickets for the 2021 season are ON SALE! Book your seat for any of our 12 home games this starting with the home opener on May 22 against Wake FC. Or any of our three Fireworks games presented by Bowditch Ford on June 19, July 3 or July 10.
The Bridge wasted no time jumping on top of Wake FC with a first minute goal from Charles Touche en route to a 4-1 win in the 2021 home opener. More than 1,600 fans enjoyed the victory and the TowneBank festivities as Lionsbridge FC stayed undefeated (2-0-1). The result sets up an early-season showdown with back-to-back games against first-place NC Fusion (3-0) on Wednesday (away) and Saturday (home | tickets)
LIONSBRIDGE BLASTS NCFC, 7-1, IN CARY, N.C.
The Bridge set a new club record for most goals in a league game en route to a dominating win at NCFC on May 15. The team scored four goals in the game’s first 25 minutes and never looked back. Charles Touche scored a hat trick to earn Riverside Man of the Match honors. Simon Fitch, Adam Davie, Robbie Bruce and an own goal accounted for the final tally.
LIONSBRIDGE DRAWS AT VBU IN 2021 OPENER
Goalkeeper Nathan Jones and the Lionsbridge defense frustrated Virginia Beach United all night long as the teams played to a 0-0 draw in the first leg of the CoVa Challenge Cup, presented by HamptonRoadsOfficeSpace.com. It means the Cup will be settled during the June 19 rematch in Newport News.
SINGLE GAME TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!
Single game tickets for the 2021 season are ON SALE! Book your seat for any of our 12 home games this starting with the home opener on May 22 against Wake FC. Or any of our three Fireworks games presented by Bowditch Ford on June 19, July 3 or July 10.
2021 ROSTER ANNOUNCED
Head coach Chris Whalley and his staff have completed the 2021 Lionsbridge FC roster. The players hail from 11 different countries around the world and 8 different states across America, including 11 Virginia natives.
Head coach Chris Whalley and his staff have completed the 2021 Lionsbridge FC roster. The players hail from 11 different countries around the world and 8 different states across America, including 11 Virginia natives.
2021 SCHEDULE UNVEILED!
Lionsbridge FC will play 12 home games beginning May 22. The season opener is May 11 at crosstown rival Virginia Beach United. Check out the full schedule and much, much more information here.
Lionsbridge FC will play 12 home games beginning May 22. The season opener is May 11 at crosstown rival Virginia Beach United. Check out the full schedule and much, much more information here.
image360 IS BACK AS LIONSBRIDGE FC SPONSOR
Lionsbridge FC is pleased to announce the return of image360 as a sponsor of Lionsbridge FC. As part of the partnership, image360 is designated as the Official Branding Partner of Lionsbridge FC.
Lionsbridge FC is pleased to announce the return of image360 as a sponsor of Lionsbridge FC. As part of the partnership, image360 is designated as the Official Branding Partner of Lionsbridge FC.
LIONSBRIDGE WELCOMES PAPA JOHN'S AS 2021 SPONSOR
Papa John's has signed to become the Official Pizza Delivery Partner of Lionsbridge FC for the 2021 season.
Papa John's has signed to become the Official Pizza Delivery Partner of Lionsbridge FC for the 2021 season.
TWO LIONSBRIDGE ALUMNI -- JACQUEL, WHITE -- DRAFTED BY MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER
Lionsbridge alumni Thibaut Jacquel and Rene White were selected in the 2021 MLS Draft. Jacquel was taken by FC Dallas and White by Real Salt Lake, both in the third round.
Both were forwards on the 2019 Lionsbridge team. Jacquel scored a team-high 7 league goals in 13 games. White scored 3 goals that season.
Jacquel and White become Lionsbridge FC's first MLS Draft picks, and the 10th and 11th players overall to sign professional contracts in the United States or abroad.
Lionsbridge alumni Thibaut Jacquel and Rene White were selected in the 2021 MLS Draft. Jacquel was taken by FC Dallas and White by Real Salt Lake, both in the third round.
Both were forwards on the 2019 Lionsbridge team. Jacquel scored a team-high 7 league goals in 13 games. White scored 3 goals that season.
Jacquel and White become Lionsbridge FC's first MLS Draft picks, and the 10th and 11th players overall to sign professional contracts in the United States or abroad.
ALEX TOUCHE SIGNS USL CHAMPIONSHIP CONTRACT WITH NEW MEXICO UNITED
After anchoring the 2020 back line for Lionsbridge FC, Alex Touche (LBFC '20) has signed a pro contract with his hometown club at the USL Championship level, New Mexico United. Touche scored one goal and tallied one assist in the abbreviated 2020 season for the Bridge. He becomes the 9th Lionsbridge player to sign a professional contract in the club's first three seasons.
After anchoring the 2020 back line for Lionsbridge FC, Alex Touche (LBFC '20) has signed a pro contract with his hometown club at the USL Championship level, New Mexico United. Touche scored one goal and tallied one assist in the abbreviated 2020 season for the Bridge. He becomes the 9th Lionsbridge player to sign a professional contract in the club's first three seasons.
JOE RICE RETURNS to NEW ENGLAND REVOLUTION II for 2021 SEASON
After a tremendous debut season with New England Revolution II, Lionsbridge alumni ('18) and goalkeeper Joe Rice will return to Foxboro to continue his professional career in 2021. Rice started 13 games for the Bridge during the club's first season.
After a tremendous debut season with New England Revolution II, Lionsbridge alumni ('18) and goalkeeper Joe Rice will return to Foxboro to continue his professional career in 2021. Rice started 13 games for the Bridge during the club's first season.
JP SCEARCE RETURNS TO UNION OMAHA FOR SECOND SEASON WITH THE OWLS
Lionsbridge alumni ('19) JP Scearce has extended his contract with USL League One's Union Omaha for the 2021 season. While with Lionsbridge in 2019, the midfielder from Arizona tied for the club lead with 4 assists.
Lionsbridge alumni ('19) JP Scearce has extended his contract with USL League One's Union Omaha for the 2021 season. While with Lionsbridge in 2019, the midfielder from Arizona tied for the club lead with 4 assists.
CHICK-FIL-A and LIONSBRIDGE EXTEND PARTNERSHIP THROUGH 2022 SEASON
Lionsbridge FC has extended its partnership with Chick-fil-A in a multi-year agreement that will see the restaurant serve as the Official Jersey Sponsor through the 2022 season for the Virginia Peninsula's USL League Two soccer club.
The iconic script Chick-fil-A logo will continue to be prominently located on the front of Lionsbridge FC team jerseys and Season Ticket Jerseys for fans, which are now on sale for the 2021 season. MORE...
Lionsbridge FC has extended its partnership with Chick-fil-A in a multi-year agreement that will see the restaurant serve as the Official Jersey Sponsor through the 2022 season for the Virginia Peninsula's USL League Two soccer club.
The iconic script Chick-fil-A logo will continue to be prominently located on the front of Lionsbridge FC team jerseys and Season Ticket Jerseys for fans, which are now on sale for the 2021 season. MORE...
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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)
