A tough Laramie County Community College (7-2-1) took the trip from Wyoming to Great Bend, Kansas Saturday night for a non-conference soccer game. Barton County prevailed winning 3-1, and improving their season record to 10-0 on the year. The Springfield Demize players all had a big hand in the win contributing on every goal scored in the match.

A tough Laramie County Community College (7-2-1) took the trip from Wyoming to Great Bend, Kansas Saturday night for a non-conference soccer game. Barton County prevailed winning 3-1, and improving their season record to 10-0 on the year. The Springfield Demize players all had a big hand in the win contributing on every goal scored in the match.

Missouri State Bears - 1 (2 OT)
Valparaiso Crusaders - 1
The Bears opened strong Friday evening, coming off of their Tournament win at New Mexico last week. Attacking with verve, they wasted no time exploiting the first opportunity to present itself.

The Barton County men had a dominant week starting conference play with three of the weaker teams in their region. On Wednesday September 10, the Cougars rolled to an 11-0 win over Dodge City CC. It was a dominant performance from start to finish as Barton scored eight goals in the second half. Springfield Demize midfielder Oscar Narvaez managed one goal and one assist on the contest.

The Barton County men had a dominant week starting conference play with three of the weaker teams in their region. On Wednesday September 10, the Cougars rolled to an 11-0 win over Dodge City CC. It was a dominant performance from start to finish as Barton scored eight goals in the second half. Springfield Demize midfielder Oscar Narvaez managed one goal and one assist on the contest.

The Barton County CC Cougars played a pair of non-conference games in Garden City, Kansas this weekend. On Saturday, Barton knocked off a solid Lincoln College (Illinois) team 3-0. Among the scorers, Springfield Demize midfielder Oscar Narvaez notched a goal on a brilliant free-kick from about 23 yards out.

This fall Austin Dowling will be providing weekly updates from Great Bend, KS as he follows the Barton County CC men's soccer team in their pursuit of a NJCAA soccer title.

Why Barton County? The Cougars feature five players who played for the the Springfield Demize this past summer: GK Donovan Dowling, defender Ous Senghore, midfielders James Neighbour and Oscar Narvaez, and forward Kyle Dubay.

This fall Austin Dowling will be providing weekly updates from Great Bend, KS as he follows the Barton County CC men???s soccer team in their pursuit of a NJCAA soccer title.

Why Barton County? The Cougars feature five players who played for the the Springfield Demize this past summer: GK Donovan Dowling, defender Ous Senghore, midfielders James Neighbour and Oscar Narvaez, and forward Kyle Dubay.

OK, how many of you attended a Demize game this season? And if you didn't, what kept you away this summer?

The Demize had a difficult season, as measured by their 0-16 result. There were 8 goals scored, 48 surrendered. Tough numbers to reflect on but only part of the story of the team and the season.

OK, how many of you attended a Demize game this season? And if you didn't, what kept you away this summer?

The Demize had a difficult season, as measured by their 0-16 result. There were 8 goals scored, 48 surrendered. Tough numbers to reflect on but only part of the story of the team and the season.

By the time the majority of you read this, most of the College and High School boys squads in the region will already be recovering from their first practice session of the new season.

I stopped by Kickapoo Sunday evening, check-in and paperwork details in advance of Monday's opening practice.

By the time the majority of you read this, most of the College and High School boys squads in the region will already be recovering from their first practice session of the new season.

I stopped by Kickapoo Sunday evening, check-in and paperwork details in advance of Monday's opening practice.

Springfield Demize - 0
Des Moines Menace - 2
It was a close, tightly fought game last night that turned on a single goal in the 26th minute when the Menace were able to intercept an outlet pass and counter-attack quickly, with x slotting his shot past the goal keeper from inside the box.

Springfield Demize - 0
Des Moines Menace - 2
It was a close, tightly fought game last night that turned on a single goal in the 26th minute when the Menace were able to intercept an outlet pass and counter-attack quickly, with x slotting his shot past the goal keeper from inside the box.

The Springfield Demize will close out their home schedule this Thursday evening when the Des Moines Menace visit. Stephen 'Cody' Reinberg (Drury 2008) has played every minute of every game this year on defense for the Menace and Marco Cherisma has played in seven games, while dealing with injuries.

The Springfield Demize will close out their home schedule this Thursday evening when the Des Moines Menace visit. Stephen 'Cody' Reinberg (Drury 2008) has played every minute of every game this year on defense for the Menace and Marco Cherisma has played in seven games, while dealing with injuries.

Springfield Demize - 2
St Louis Lions - 3
Despite taking an early lead on a 6th minute goal by Brett Thomas, from Danny Foerster, the Demize once again fell on a late goal by an opponent. The team played a man down from the 21st minute when Ous Senghore was given a second yellow, and the resultant red card ejection, for a hand ball in the box.

Springfield Demize - 2
St Louis Lions - 3
Despite taking an early lead on a 6th minute goal by Brett Thomas, from Danny Foerster, the Demize once again fell on a late goal by an opponent. The team played a man down from the 21st minute when Ous Senghore was given a second yellow, and the resultant red card ejection, for a hand ball in the box.

The Springfield Demize will be hosting a pair of games Wednesday and Thursday.

Wednesday's game is against the Thunder Bay Chill, a game rescheduled due to rain earlier this month. The Chill moved into a tie for 1st place in the Heartland Division with a 2-0 win over the Kansas City Brass Monday night, with 22 points in 9 games played.

The Springfield Demize will be hosting a pair of games Wednesday and Thursday.

Wednesday's game is against the Thunder Bay Chill, a game rescheduled due to rain earlier this month. The Chill moved into a tie for 1st place in the Heartland Division with a 2-0 win over the Kansas City Brass Monday night, with 22 points in 9 games played.

The 4th Annual Southwest All-Stars game will be played this evening at Lake Country Soccer, field #1.

Girls game at 6:00 pm
Boys game at 8:00 pm

First played in December 2004, the game is dedicated to recognizing High School seniors who have exhibited skill and leadership on the pitch.

The Demize lost the second game on their road trip to Colorado on Sunday 1-2, narrowing the gap significantly compared to Saturday's match. Zach Prince sparks Rapids U-23 in win according the the Boulder Daily Camera, who noted:

Springfield broke through for its first goal in the weekend series in the 71st minute when substitute forward Nebossa Osaic flicked the ball into the goal after a Demize corner kick.

Well, as at least one fan noted, I probably jinxed us tonight with my earlier post about a little rain not stopping us. After our third delay due to lightning, we called the girls game this evening shortly before 8pm with only one half completed. The feedback of the players and the fans is the games must be played so we have rescheduled both the girls and boys games for next Thursday, June 26th.

Thunder Bay Chill - 2
Springfield Demize - 1
On the strength of a 70th minute goal by Brandon Swartzendruber, the Chill earned the first win of their short season while keeping the Demize winless tonight. Springfield opened the scoring in the 20th minute, after several early opportunities as Isreal Bisoni was able to get into the box on the right side.

I don't know, does hosting the "Thunder Bay" Chill count as irony on a weather day like today? Well, regardless of bad weather or bad jokes by this pundit, the Demize should play this evening if the morning storms move through as anticipated. Last week in similar conditions the game was moved to Harrison Stadium on Friday.

I don't know, does hosting the "Thunder Bay" Chill count as irony on a weather day like today? Well, regardless of bad weather or bad jokes by this pundit, the Demize should play this evening if the morning storms move through as anticipated. Last week in similar conditions the game was moved to Harrison Stadium on Friday.

Colorado Rapids U23 - 3
Springfield Demize - 2
The game opened quickly Saturday night, when the Rapids Jacob Schmoker snuck a quick one past the Demize inside 5 minutes. The Rapids struck again in the 27th minute when Jeremy "JT" Howlan responded to being dispossessed in the offensive end by pursuing the defender and winning the ball back.

According to a posting on the Lake Country Soccer website, tonight's game between the KC Brass and Springfield Demize has been moved to Harrison Stadium on the Drury University campus.

KC Brass - 3
Springfield Demize - 1
The good news? The hometown boys broke into the scoring column in the first half, tying the game in the 40th minute providing some positive momentum before the break. The goal, scored by Nebjosa Opacic on a header in close, was the first of the season in three games.

US Open Qualifying continues as these two Heartland Conference foes face off tonight for the first time this season. Game time is 7:30 pm. Join us at Cooper Soccer Complex on Pythian.

There will be a Reserve game as well at 5:00 pm. SpringHigh Select, coached by Alf Bilbao (Drury University), will be the opponent.

Demize Outdoor Day Academy
WHEN: July 21st-24th
TIME: 9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.
Outdoor academy held at Rogersville Sports Complex

Demize Academies Rogersville (inside)
Demize Academies Rogersville (outside)

Demize Futsal Day Academy
WHEN: June 9th - 12th & June 16th - 19th
TIME: 8:30 A.

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Come meet the 2008 Springfield Demize PDL team

The Springfield Demize will be holding a Press Conference at Comfort Inn (3370 E. Battlefield) this Friday, May 9th at 11:00 A.M.

Head Coach Armen Toinanse and General Manager Chris Hanlon will address the upcoming 2008 season.

Final week of the regular season and you know what that means, eh folks. That's right...

Waynesville visits Catholic on Tuesday afternoon at 4:30 pm. The Varsity play first and we'll have a chance to see the two teams that have beaten Kickapoo and Glendale this season.

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The Springfield Demize, who compete in the Professional Development League (PDL), comparable to Single A baseball while allowing College players to retain their eligibility, begin their second season at Cooper Soccer Complex this Saturday May 10th. The team will play a 16-game season, with 8 home games, concluding in late July.

The Springfield Demize held a raucous Spring Exhibition match against the Tony Glavin-led St Louis Lions on Saturday evening at the Cooper Soccer Complex. The game score was 4-2 in favor of the Demize when I left around 7:30pm when my camera batteries finally expired after attending four games Saturday.