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Placer United Welcomes Another “A” Licensed Coach to Staff

Placer United strongly believes that in order to help raise standards, further develop our club, and strive to create better soccer players, it’s vital to have highly educated and knowledgeable coaches as part of our staff.  We are proud to announce the addition of Stephen Nichols to our club. He holds a USSF A license.

“I have absolutely no doubt that Stephen will be a huge asset to our club,” stated Placer Director, Paul O’Brien. “He’s a strong believer in the importance of development over winning and will help players become better both technically and tactically so they can deal with any situation that arises within a game.” O’Brien said he talked with Nichols numerous times about soccer who shares the same beliefs about how the game should be played at the youth level. He also understands the importance of gaining knowledge through education. Nichols has collegiate-level playing experience and coaching experience, State Cup winning experience, ECNL coaching experience and is highly licensed by U.S. Soccer.

Please join us in welcoming Stephen to Placer United. Go Placer!

Click here to see Stephen’s soccer skills.

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Placer’s Pagador Wins U17 International Tournament with U.S. Soccer U16 Team

A big congratulations to U15 Placer United Girls Academy player Kellie Pagador, who not only represented the U.S. Under-16 Girls’ National Team in Italy, but helped them defeat Japan in the final of the U17 Women’s Torneo delle Nazioni in Italy.  The U.S. U16 National Team traveled to Italy to participate in a U17 tournament which was staged at fourteen small venues in the northeast part of Italy, and just across the border in western Slovenia. Ten games

 

were played in Italy and four in Slovenia.

The 2018 competition was for players born in 2002 or later. The U.S. team was made up of ten players born in 2002, which is the age group for this year’s U16 Girls National Team, and five players born in 2003, one of whom includes Placer United’s Kellie Pagador. The 2003’s are all part of the U15 GNT age group. In addition, there are five players on the roster born in 2001.

Kellie started in three of the four games the U.S. team played with one being the final against Japan.

Congratulations Kelli! Go Placer!

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Placer’s Pagador Gets Call Up to Older U.S. Soccer National Team

Kellie Pagador

 

Congratulations to Placer U15 U.S. Soccer Development Academy player, Kellie Pagador, who got a major surprise last week when it was announced she was one of five 2003 age group players called into the 2002 U.S. Soccer Women’s National team for an international tournament in Italy. Kellie is a prominent member of the 2003 U.S. Soccer National squad for well over a year and received the call-up after some strong displays at the recent 2002/2003 National Team Camp.

“It’s really a great achievement and well deserved,” said Placer Director, Paul O Brien. “It’s also a great endorsement for the Girls U.S. Soccer DA program as the U.S. Soccer DA staff have been able to monitor Kellie throughout the course of the year play up with our 01 U.S. Soccer Academy team. She has really thrived against some strong opposition. It’s also speaks volumes for our own girls Academy staff who have helped create the necessary environment for Kellie and others to take their game to the next level.

Congratulations to Kellie for a great job! Go Placer!

Read More:

https://www.ussoccer.com/stories/2018/04/16/19/14/20180416-news-u16gnt-heads-to-2018-u17-womens-torneo-delle-nazioni-in-italy-and-slovenia

 

College Bound

Kara Burns Commits to San Jose State University

“I am extremely excited to announce my commitment to continue my academic and soccer career at San Jose State University. I am thankful to everyone who has been with me on this journey, and I am especially thankful for my family who has supported me since Day 1. I want to thank my very first soccer coach, Coach Pat Meachim for teaching me the basic skills, encouraging and supporting me to seek the next level of play when the time was right. I would also like to thank coaches Matt Bernard, Matt McDougall, and Bashar Alsakati for making me the goalkeeper I am today. A special thank you goes to Coach Todd DeCarlo for never doubting my ability and pushing me to be the best I can be, for always believing in me and for coaching me through any struggles. For seven years I have been proud to be a part of Placer United, and I am excited to take the next step at San Jose State. Go Spartans!” —Kara Burns

College Bound

Eddie Silverbush Commits to Dominican University

“I am very proud and excited to announce my commitment to Dominican University of California. I’m truly grateful to be able to further my soccer career as well as pursue a business degree at Dominican University. I would like to thank my entire family for helping, encouraging, and supporting me while I played the sport I love. I also want to thank my coaches; Paul O’Brien, Jason Gantt, Matt Scammacca, and Matt McDougall for making me a better player and a better person. My time at Placer United has been the greatest of my life, creating everlasting friendships and acquaintances with every person I’ve come to know and meet. I cannot wait to begin my collegiate career at Dominican University, I could not have done it without any of you. Go Penguins!” — Eddie Silverbush

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2019 Grad Jenna Ladrech Commits to Cal Poly

“I am extremely blessed to announce my commitment to continue my academic and soccer career at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo! The excitement I have to attend my dream school in such a beautiful town cannot even be put into words. I owe a huge thank you to my coaches Mark Broers, Todd DeCarlo, and most importantly, Ron Benjamin for supporting and helping me grow as a player over all these years. Also, to all of my teammates for making me a better player through their constant competitiveness and work rate. I would also like to thank my family for their continuous love and support throughout this entire stressful process. To my parents for the insane amount of time, they have spent traveling to watch me play, for the many sacrifices they have made, and for always believing in me. To my sister for being the amazing role model that she is and inspiring me to be a better player and person. And to my brother who never takes it easy on me, but also never gives up on me.

Thank you to coaches Alex Crozier and Scott Williams for this unbelievable opportunity! I cannot wait to play at the next level at such an amazing school. Go Mustangs!” — Jenna Ladrech

College Bound

Kellie Pagador of 01/02 DA Commits to National Champion Stanford University

“I am truly blessed to announce that I have verbally committed to continue my academic and soccer career at Stanford University. I am extremely excited for the opportunity to play under Coach Paul Ratcliffe, Coach Hideki Nakada and Coach Margueritte Aozasa. This would not be possible without all of my teammates I have played with throughout these years, and who I will continue to play with at Placer United. The club has provided me opportunities, an environment where I’ve been challenged, and have been able to grow as a player. I want to thank all my coaches who have guided me through the process and have developed me into the player I am today; Kevin Unsworth, Don Finley, Paul O’Brien, and especially Ron Benjamin. I also want to thank my trainer Jimmy Frazelle, my physical therapist Quinn McArthur, and a special thanks to the PDP program, especially David Robertson (Robo) who has allowed me great opportunities over the years.  My biggest support has come from my entire family especially my parents and my older sister, Sydney. Love you guys! Go Cardinal!” — Kellie Pagador

College Bound

Dominican University Welcomes Dylan Finley

“I am excited and grateful to announce my commitment to further my academic and athletic career at Dominican University of California, in San Rafael. It is truly a blessing to be given this opportunity to continue playing soccer and pursue a degree in business. I would like to thank my family for always being there for me and allowing me to play the sport I so passionately love. Placer United Soccer Club has helped me develop into the player I am today and I am forever grateful for the memories and lessons the club has taught me. Lastly, I would like to thank my coaches for never giving up on me and always pushing me to play to the best of my capabilities: Don Finley, Jason Gantt, Matt Scammacca, and Matt McDougall. I am excited about the journey ahead and hope to make the club proud. Go Penguins!” —Dylan Finley

College Bound

Manny Cabrera Sets His Sights on Cal Maritime

“I am truly blessed to announce my commitment to further my education and soccer career at Cal Maritime. First off, I would like to thank my family for their continuous support on and off the field. Without them, none of this would be possible. I’d also like to thank all my teammates and friends for believing in me and supporting my goals. Thank you, Coach Don Finley, Jason Gantt, and Matt Scammacca, for pushing me and encouraging me to be the best version of myself. A big thank you to Coach Matt McDougall for guiding me through this entire process. Placer United Soccer Club has made me a better player and more, which I will be forever grateful. Lastly, I want to give a special thank you to everyone at Vacaville United Soccer Club for teaching me the love for the game and having confidence in my future. Once again, thank you to everyone who has helped me along the way and I can not wait to play at the collegiate level next year. Go Keelhaulers!” — Manny Cabrera, Jr.

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Cody Sundquist Commits to UCLA

“I am grateful and proud to announce my commitment to play soccer and further my academic career at the University of California, Los Angeles. I would like to give a huge thank you to the coaching staff that really helped me develop not only as a player but as a person: Matt Mcdougall, Matt Scammacca, Paul O’Brien, and all of the other coaches at Placer. Thank you so much for pushing me and helping me achieve my potential. Lastly, I would also like to thank my parents for believing in me and never giving up on me. Go Bruins!”—Cody Sundquist

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