MatchDay Preview: Bears Aim to Get Back on Winning Streak

Club Bad News Bears (1-1-1) vs. Growling Trout (1-2-0)
July 10, 2011     6:00pm CST

Bear Creek Park, Field #29
Houston, Texas

With three games down this season, Club Bad News Bears look to get back on a winning track and capitalize on a good 4 point start for the 2011 Summer season.  Their opponents, Growling Trout, have had a tough season, yet the Bears shouldn't count them as victory just yet.

Last season, the Bears defeated Growling Trout 4-2 at Bear Creek Park.  Historically, the Bears first win came against tonight's opponent, winning 6-0, also recording their first ever shutout after the victory.  Overall, Club Bad News Bears own the series, with a record of 6-2-0, outscoring Growling Trout 23-10.

The Bears shouldn't guarantee a win just yet against Growling Trout, as defeat finally set in for the Bears against AFC Renegade two weeks ago.  The Bears were undefeated against AFC Renegade until a 2-0 loss ended that streak. 

The ninth meeting between these two teams will have to endure 90 degree temperature by kickoff, with a slight 10% chance of rain to cool off.  Here's a preview for both teams:

Club Bad New Bears:

• Ninth meeting against Growling Trout.  Last meeting resulted in a 4-2 victory.
• Club Bad News Bears will see Hanniel Malagon play, despite being injured two weeks ago.
• First game at Bear Creek Park's Field #29, overall record at Bear Creek Park is 12-13-6 all-time.
• Team needs to follow through after each shot is taken; eliminate the urge to "stand around and watch".

AFC Renegades:

• Ninth meeting against Club Bad News Bears.  Last meeting resulted in a 4-2 defeat.
• Growling Trout have been outscored 23-10 by Club Bad News Bears.
• Very physical players, especially towards the opposing female players.
• Growling Trout has had difficulty finding the back of the net this season.

Injury Report:

Hanniel Malagon (knee) is expected to play.

Suspension:
No suspensions to report at this time.

Head-to-Head All-Time:
Club Bad News Bears lead the series over AFC Renegades with a record of 6-2-0.  Last meeting was a 4-2 victory for Club Bad News Bears.