Adirondack Lynx

Lynx season over with 2-0 loss to Long Island Fury in the East Conference Final playoff.

National Soccer Hall of Fame seems to be the "Lynx Jinx"

July 23, 2006, Oneonta, NY - The Lynx started and ended their inaugural season the same way at the same location -- a disappointing loss at the National Soccer Hall of Fame in Oneonta, NY.

The number two seeded Long Island Fury had something to prove today and they came out and did it. They beat the number one seeded Lynx in the in the Eastern Conference playoffs finals by a score of 2-0.

It was only two weeks ago that Adirondack knocked off the fury 2-1 in Clifton Park, NY., back then Long Island was undefeated and unscored upon.

The Fury's player of the game for this playoff match though was Forward Emily Sammis; she scored at the 10th and 57th minute to earn her team a trip to Salt Lake City for the 2006 WPSL Championships on July 28-29.

With the loss the Adirondack Lynx finish the season at 8-4. In their first season, the Lynx were able to earn a first Divisional title and become Eastern Conference Finalists. This is quite an impressive feat considering the Lynx did not develop through an existing soccer club, or organization like most teams in the WPSL.

Adirondack Beats the Laurels 3-2 in the First Round of the WPSL Playoffs

Next up is a Rematch with the Long Island Fury in the Eastern Conference Finals to be Held at The National SOccer Hall of Fame in Oneonta, NY

July 21, 2006, Clifton Park, NY - The Lynx had to battle a very determined Northhampton Laurels team to get into the East Conference WPSL playoff finals, but they did it tonight on a score of 3-2. The game was back and forth all night and the eventual game winner did not come until late in the 83rd minute by the Lynx.

Scorers for the game were by Lynx player Brooke Knowlton (Jen Frisch) in the 33rd minute...followed by the Laurels Gina Lowandonski (Anndrea Yetter) 3 minutes later to tie the game 1-1. It stayed that way until after intermission. At the 68 minute mark, Maylee Attin-Johnson (Gina Lowandonski) headed home a fantastic goal. In the 80th minute All American, Tricia Jaeger pushed herself forward for the Lynx to score their second goal of the night off a corner kick. The eventual game winner came from Mary Velan (CJ Ludemann) on an incredible individual effort inside the 6 yard box.

The Highest Level of Women's Soccer in the United States Returns to the Capital Region One Last Time this Summer!

Adirondack is Two Games Away from the 2006 National WPSL Championships

July 21, 2006 - The Adirondack Lynx are hosting the WPSL Eastern Conference Semifinals, July 21st at 7:00 pm in Clifton Park, NY.

The highest level of women’s soccer in the United States returns for the last time this season to the Capital Region. Friday, July 21st at 7:00 p.m. at the Clifton Commons in Clifton Park, NY, the Adirondack Lynx (7-3, #1 seed in the WPSL Northern Division of the Eastern Conference) will host the Northampton Laurels (6-2-2, #2 seed in the WPSL Southern Division of the Eastern Conference) in the Women's Premier Soccer League (WPSL) Eastern Conference Semifinals. In their last meeting, Northampton defeated Adirondack 2-1 in Allentown, PA.    Full Story >>

WPSL Semifials to be played at the Clifton Commons!

Lynx to Host the Northampton Laurels on Friday July 21, 7pm.

July 18, 2006 -As the #1 seed in the North Division, Adirondack will host the semifinals and possibly the finals of the Eastern Conference play-offs of the WPSL this weekend July 21-23 at the Clifton Commons in Clifton Park, NY.

The Adirondack Lynx are just two wins away from earning a trip to Salt Lake City, Utah for the WPSL final four Championships on July 29-30.

This Friday evening, July 21 The North Division champion, Adirondack Lynx will host the No. 2 seed from the South, the Northampton Laurels (Allentown, PA) at 7pm. The South Division champion, AC Diablos (Atlantic City, NJ) will be hosting the No. 2 seed from the North, the Long Island Fury. The two winners will play one another on Sunday July 21 for the right to go to Utah. The team with the best record will host the finals on Sunday. Should the Lynx and Long Island win their matches, Adirondack will host the Eastern Conference Finals on Sunday July 3 at the National Soccer Hall of Fame in Oneonta, NY at 2pm. If Atlantic City wins, Adirondack will have to travel to the AC Diablos because they have only lost 1 match this year. Full Story >>

Adirondack Loses Only Thier Third Game of the Season !

ADK gets to preview their first playoff opponent, and loses final game 2-1 to Northampton

July 17, 2006 - The Lynx lost only their third game of the season today 2-1 at the feet of the Northampton Laurels. J. Brimley Crum Stadium in Allentown, PA was almost 100 degrees and the humidity was off the charts. The Lynx never really got going as the heat took its toll. All of the scoring took place in the first half. After giving up a disputed Penalty Kick 15 minutes into the match, U17 National Pool player CJ Ludemann teamed up with All-American Mary Velan to even up the score 1-1. A short while later the Laurels scored what turned out to be the game winner by barely chipping the ball over onrushing goalkeeper, Patti Carroll.

The win for the Laurels puts them in second place in the Southern Division of the WPSL Eastern conference. With the Lynx being the #1 seed of the Northern division they will host Northampton Friday night at 7pm. The site has yet to be determined. Should the Lynx beat the Laurels, they could possibly host the WPSL Eastern conference finals on Sunday.

Lynx Are in the 2006 WPSL Playoffs!

Adirondack makes the playoffs as the #1 Seed Their First Year in the League

July 16, 2006 - As the WPSL playoff seedings are slowly becoming clear, the Lynx have earned a spot courtesy of a couple of unexpected late season losses by the #2 and #3 teams in the Eastern Conference-North standings yesterday. Last week the Lynx were sitting precariously on top of the East North Standings, while the Massachusetts Stingers and the Long Island Fury were tied and sitting just below them in the stsndings. Both teams lost their matches last night, giving the Lynx a guaranteed #1spot in the playoff picture. The Lynx seed will now be determined by today's match on the road against the Northampton Laurels in Pennsylvania. A win guarantees them a #1 seeding and home field advantage for both playoff games, and a loss means a #2 seeding and traveling for the playoffs.

Lynx Beat the Long Island Fury 2-1

Aussie Heather Garriock needed only 15 minutes to tear apart the Fury defense and break their 630 consecutive minute shutout streak

July 8, 2006 - Clifton Commons -The Long Island Fury defense had not been scored upon in their entire 630 minutes of WPSL play this season-- that's 7 full games where no team could penetrate their defense. It took Adirondack's Australian World Cup player Heather Garriock just 15 short minutes to end that shutout streak.... Full Story >>

A'dack beats Bay State 2-1 on the road

Lynx lead the WPSL East Conference with 5th straight win

July 6, 2006 - The Lynx went into the Bay State match expecting to gain a win, and that's exactly what happened. It wasn't a pretty one, but it got the job done in the record books. Danielle Small put Adirondack on the scoreboard first, also notching her first WPSL goal of the season....   Full Story >>

Lynx beat New England Mutiny 3-2 on the road, in the rain

June 29, 2006 - On a wet, cold and rain soaked pitch in Central Mass, the A'dack Lynx moved one step closer to their preseason goal of a WPSL division title by beating a tough, very experienced, and resilient New England Mutiny soccer team on their home turf. Clutch goals were scored by De Wachtel, Heather Garriock, and Hannah Cerrone who've been....   Full Story >>

What will it take for the Lynx to win their Eastern Conference Division?

June 28, 2006 - As the inaugural season of the Adirondack Lynx winds down, and the playoffs loom close for the successful WPSL teams, what is it that allows a team to go from a first year expansion team into a true playoff contender? There is only one thing that works... Full Story >>

Lynx top New York City Athletic Club 5-3 in an 8 goal scorefest

June 24, 2006 - Adirondack Lynx won an exciting high scoring evening of WPSL soccer Saturday night in Clifton Park, NY. Hometown Clifton Park soccer star Ashley Moore banged home 4 of the A'dack goals and De Wachtel got the 5th. Danielle Small and Mary Velan both had 2 assists each, and Heather Garriock picked up one also in the match. All-MAAC Rookie selection and Lynx goalkeeper and Patti Carroll stopped a NYC penalty kick in the first half.... Full Story >>

Rays flounder, help out Lynx to win, 2-1

June 17 , 2006 - A defensive meltdown, concentration lapse, and no pressure own goal by the visiting Rhode Island Rays backs in the last minutes of the first half gave the Lynx enough momentum to take a 2-1 win in their Saturday evening WPSL matchup in Clifton Park, NY. Ashley Moore drove home the 18 yard game winner five.... Full Story >>

'Dome Opener' was historic match and now in the WPSL record books

June 12 , 2006 -The last Lynx home game on Saturday June 3 against the visiting Maryland Pride, held inside the Adirondack Sports Complex Dome, was the first WPSL game played indoors in the history of the soccer league! While the rain came down outside, nearly 500 Lynx fans were still enjoying the excitement of the Lynx game and staying warm and toasty... More >>

Call to Capital District Youth Players -- Come to the Lynx Soccer Skillz Challenge June 17

June 11, 2006 - The Skillz Challenge will take place on June 17 at the Clifton Commons at 6:00pm prior to the Adirondack Lynx Gold-White. Come test your ability in 4 areas of the worlds most popular game... Juggling, Passing, Dribbling, and Shooting... More >>

Lynx Beat Aztecs 2-0 with stoppage goals in Salem, Mass

June 11, 2006 - Adirondack beat the Boston Aztecs in their away match tonight under the lights at Salem State College in Salem Mass. The Lynx went into halftime with a 1-0 lead on a bold Mary Velan Header that found the net, the assist going to Aussie World Cup player Heather Garriock for a pin-point delivered low service into the box.. more >>.

Lynx vs. Boston Aztecs: June 10 @ Boston, Official A'dack Starting Lineup

June 9, 2006 - Lynx Coach PJ Motsiff has released the starting lineup for the Lynx side for tomorrow's night's game at Boston.... more >>

Adirondack Lynx vs. Boston Aztecs: Pre-game Outlook for June 10 match up

June 8 , 2006 - The Adirondack Lynx will travel to Salem Massachusetts to play another Eastern Division Match against the Boston Aztecs on Saturday June 10 at 7pm at the O'Keefe Sports Complex - 225 Canal Street, Salem, MA on the campus of Salem State College. Only weeks ago, the Lynx battled the Aztecs at the Soccer Hall of Fame in Oneonta, NY, losing 2-1 in their inaugural and very exciting match... more >>

SoccerFest to bring a Carnival-like atmosphere to the Lynx inaugural game in the Adirondack Sports Complex Dome

May 27, 2006 - SoccerFest 2006, a evening of festivities, fun, giveaways, and soccer celebration for the whole family will be happening Saturday June 3 at 6pm at the Adirondack Sports Complex in Queensbury, NY.

This family festival will be hosted by Radio Disney's Phil N. Good, and is the prelude to the Adirondack Lynx inaugural home soccer game, and is a celebration of the birth of the Adirondack Lynx team as a WPSL franchise. All kids under 18 years of age will be admitted FREE of charge to both the festival and the Lynx game more >>>

Adirondack signs Two seasoned Aussie World Cup and Olympic players Heather Garriock and Danielle Small for 2006

The pair will be on the field for the Lynx 'Dome Opener' in 781 days.

May 25, 2006 - Danielle Small (2003 World Cup, 2004 Olympic Team Member) and Heather Garriock (2000, 2004 Olympic, 2003 World Cup, current Australian National Team Member) will be playing for the Adirondack Lynx during its 2006 season. . more >>>

Lynx Drop Season Opener to the Boston Aztecs 2-1.

May 20, 2006 - The Lynx lost their inaugural season opening away game to the Boston Aztecs at the National Soccer Hall of Fame in Oneonta NY. Adirondack scored early and first, but then gave up two goals to a fast transitioning Boston team... more >>>

Adirondack Lynx vs. Boston Aztecs in Oneonta

May 16, 2006 - The Adirondack Lynx will play their season opening WPSL match against the Boston Aztecs on Saturday May 20 at 2pm in a "home" game at the National Soccer Hall of Fame in Oneonta, New York. Although the WPSL schedule officially lists the game as a home game for the Lynx... more >>

SUNYO Soccer Trio reunited in Oneonta for WPSL summer 'Homecoming'

May 16, 2006 - Only a few weeks after finishing college for the summer, three Adirondack Lynx players, who are also State University of New York at Oneonta (SUNYO) students and soccer teammates, Laura Morcone, Mary Velan, and Tricia Jaeger, are having a bit of a summer soccer homecoming back in their old college town... more >>>

Adirondack Lynx make it to the National Soccer Hall of Fame

May 13, 2006 -On May 20th, the Lynx have been invited to the Soccer Hall of Fame in Oneonta, NY to play their first ever game as a Women's Premier Soccer League Team against the Boston Aztecs. .... more >>>

Lynx Away Season Opener at Bay State Select Cancelled by Weather

May 11, 2006 - The Lynx will have to wait another week to begin their quest for a divisional title in the Women's Premier Soccer League. With the forecast for rain over the next five days.... more >>>

Adirondack Team to Volunteer at American Cancer Society Relay for Life

May 12, 2006 -On June 2, the Lynx will be supporting the American Cancer Society's Relay For Life this year in Queensbury NY. The event will be held at the Queensbury High School Track and will consist of teams walking continuously.... more >>>

Adirondack Golden Goal will become home to the Lynx in 2007

May 6, 2006 -This is definitely a win-win situation. With the Women's Premier Soccer League being voted one of the best women's leagues in the world, the relationship between Adirondack Golden Goal and the Adirondack Lynx is sure to draw some major players into the facility... more >>>

Home Opener to be held inside "The Dome" at the Adirondack Sports Complex

The Lynx Women's Soccer Team will have their first home game in franchise history on Saturday June 3, inside the new Adirondack Sports Complex Dome in Queensbury. The match starts at 7:30 pm and will be played rain or shine of course, courtesy of the ASC dome... more >>>

Lynx Coaching Staff Announced

March 15, 2006 - As the Adirondack Lynx begin their inaugural season they will call upon the leadership of Paul Motsiff to fill the role of Head Coach. Betsy Drambour and Meghan Pastiglione have come on board as the assistants. In order to get the new expansion team up and running this summer, he will wear 2 hats, General Manager and Head Coach. Motsiff realizes.... more >>>

Puma signs to partner with Lynx

April 24, 2006 -The Adirondack Lynx have joined in a agreement with Puma to supply its team kit, practice gear and training equipment for three years starting July 2006. Puma will adopt the role of the Club’s Official Equipment Supplier. . more >>>

Athletic Dynamics to Train Lynx

March 15, 2006 - Athletic Dynamics (AD), a sport specific strength and training company, has joined forces with the Lynx for 2006 to provide speed and strength sessions for the team's inaugural season. The Lynx will be training directly under AD several hours a week. more >>>

The Lynx has returned to the Adirondacks!

February 15, 2006 - According to sources, the Adirondack Lynx disappeared from the Adirondack Mountains of New York during the mid-1800s. In 2006, however, many upstate New York locals report new evidence that the Lynx have return to the Adirondacks. Reports are that now, this animal has a taste for top level women's premier soccer. more >>>