This Day In Bad News Bears History: June 27/28

June 27, 2010
Bear Creek Park, Field #18
7:00pm

During Week 3 of the 2010 Summer season, the Bad News Bears would post their biggest shutout victory in club history, with a 9-0 romp over Pumas.  The feat would mark their second victory in as many meetings.

June 28, 2009
Bear Creek Park, Field #17
5:00pm

A Week 3 matchup for the Bears during the 2009 Summer season found themselves on the wrong side of a 3-0 shutout from their opponents, The Zoo.  It would be their second loss in as many meetings.  It would also be their second shutout loss to The Zoo.

Bears Lose First Game of Season; Series to AFC Renegades

In what could only be an even greater start to the season with yet another win or tie, the Bears found themselves not only chasing two points, but having difficulty finding ways to get a shot past the goalie.  And making its third appearance this season, the heat, rounding at 91 degrees at kickoff, played yet another devastating role to the Bears' performance.

AFC Renegades would take some crafty shots, many that were deflected or off target, but in the 31st minute, a controversial shot would be taken by one of their female players as she would make contact on the Bears' goalie Mike Prause and force the ball across the net for two points.  The ref would be confronted by several players, including Mike and Coach Oscar, but the ref ruled it a goal.

For the rest of the game, the Bears found themselves at times trying to beat the heat than beating their opponents.  At times, fatigue set in for some, making passes difficult to chase and deflected shots to attack.

"We just didn't play our best today," explained Coach Oscar.  "We need to play better to win."

Through numerous opportunties, shots were not taken, but rather deflected by the Renegades.  Too many shots were off target, but by mere inches.  In the end, the AFC Renegades would hold on to a 2-0 victory, their first of the season, as well as their first against Club Bad News Bears.

Many players looked frustrated after the game, but with a two week break in between games, the Bears should get enough rest.  Hanniel Malagon will definitely benefit from the two week break as he left the game late in the second half with a knee injury.

"I felt something snap," described Hanniel.  "I've never felt anything like this before." 

Hanniel's return is indefinite at this point.

Club Bad News Bears (1-0-1) vs. AFC Renegades (0-0-1)

June 26, 2011 -- Bear Creek Park

Scoring Summary:

1st Half:  AFC Renegades - 2     Club Bad News Bears - 0

2nd Half:  AFC Renegades - 0     Club Bad News Bears - 0

Misconduct Summary: N/A

Attendance:  6

Weather:  Sunny and 91 degrees

All statistics contained in this boxscore are unofficial

MatchDay Preview: Bears Look to Continue Unbeaten Streak Against Renegades

Club Bad News Bears (1-0-1) vs. AFC Renegades (0-0-1)

June 26, 2011     6:00pm CST

Bear Creek Park, Field #27

Houston, Texas

Club Bad News Bears are off to their second best two-game start, totaling 4 points, including a decisive victory over rival Invictus.  Today's opponent, AFC Renegades (part of the Alliance Football Club) might help the Bears in improving their unbeaten streak, which currently sits at three games.

Last season, the Bears shutout AFC Renegades 4-0 at West Houston Soccer Complex.  Currently, the Bears have beaten AFC Renegades in all five meetings, outscoring them 27-6, including two wins at Bear Creek Park, outscoring them 7-1.

The Bears, although having recorded their biggest victory against AFC Renegades by a score of 11-3, should play with extreme awareness and focus as all good things can come to an end, including an unbeaten streak against an opponent.

The sixth meeting between these two teams will have to endure 94 degree temperature by kickoff, with absolutely no chance of rain to cool off.  Here's a preview for both teams:

Club Bad New Bears:

• Sixth meeting against AFC Renegades.  Last meeting resulted in a 4-0 victory.
• Club Bad News Bears will see the return of defender Ashley Castaldo.
• First game at Bear Creek Park's Field #27, overall record at Bear Creek Park is 12-12-6 all-time.
• Team needs to continue attacking strategy from last week and shut-down passing routes on defense.

AFC Renegades:

• Sixth meeting against Club Bad News Bears.  Last meeting resulted in a 4-0 defeat.
• AFC Renegades have never beaten Club Bad News Bears.
• First game at Bear Creek Park's Field #27; overall record at Bear Creek Park is 6-18-2 all-time.
• Key players can attack and score at will; aggressive at times, especially in the middle.

Injury Report:
No injuries to report at this time.

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 5-0-0.  Last meeting was a 4-0 victory for Club Bad News Bears.

VIDEO: Dancing Referee

Imagine having this guy referee your next game.  Enjoy!!!

Did You Know? 6/23 Edition

Club Bad News Bears 4-3 victory over Invictus was their 50th Division 5 game played.  The victory also handed Invictus their first loss as a club.

Here's to another 50 games for Club Bad News Bears, as well as handing more losses to their opponents!

Week 2 Recap

Week 2 saw all six teams in action, with a possible glimpse into what this season might look like towards the end.

Coach Oscar Aviles congratulates the

Bears on their 4-3 victory over Invictus

Club Bad News Bears and Invictus may have found a rivalry amongst them.  Last season's 1-1 tie would be the hype that built up this Week 2 match-up.  A pair of goals by Rachel, with assists from Soijem and Albert, would be enough to defeat Invictus 4-3 and a sole position in second place with 4 points. 

"Awesome win!" exclaimed Coach Oscar Aviles.  "See what happens when we all crash the goal area?" 

The victory would be Invictus' first loss in the club's short history. 

In other games, first place FC Happy Meal would add another three points to their season with a victory over Pluma Mountain Coffee with a 3-1 score.  AFC Renegades would lose their first game of the season 3-2 against Growling Trout.

This Day In Bad News Bears History: June 20/21

June 20, 2010
Bear Creek Park, Field #21
5:00pm

The Bears would play an intense game against Growling Trout, winning the match with a tight 2-1 score during the 2010 Summer season.  This would be the Bears' 5th meeting, having won 4 out of 5 from their rivals.  The win against Growling Trout would also be the start of a 4-game winning streak.
June 21, 2009
Bear Creek Park, Field #21
7:00pm

Taking on TFC Thunder during the 2009 Summer season, the Bad News Bears would deliver a victory to the club in the form of a 5-3 victory, their first against their opponents.  This would be the second meeting between the two, with TFC Thunder winning the first meeting 8-1, which was also the Bears' first game as a club.

Bears Win on a Pair of Goals By Rachel

Rachel Ammar's two goal performace last night was enough to lift Club Bad News Bears over Invictus for the first time in two meetings.  With the team down 2-0, Rachel would find the net twice and give the team 4 points.  Invictus would make a strong comeback effort by cutting the lead down to one late in the second half, but it wouldn't be enough as the Bears would come out victorious.

"It was an all around great team effort," commented Rachel after the team's victory. 

Irma Sanchez cheered Rachel on after the game.  "Rachel Ammar is the bomb!"

There is plenty to celebrate after the team's win, especially with this being only the second time in club history that the Bears begin the season unbeaten after two wins.  Club Bad News Bears normally start off the season slow, but the victory last night says otherwise.

Club Bad News Bears (0-0-1) vs. Invictus (0-0-0)
June 19, 2011 -- Houston Amateur Sports Park

Scoring Summary:
1st Half:  Invictus - 2  Club Bad News Bears - 0
2nd Half:  Invictus - 1  Club Bad News Bears - 4

Misconduct Summary:N/A

Attendance:  N/A

Weather:  Sunny and 97 degrees
All statistics contained in this boxscore are unofficial

MatchDay Preview: Another Tough Opponent Tonight

Club Bad News Bears (0-0-1) vs. Invictus (0-0-0)

June 19, 2011     6:00pm CST

Houston Amateur Sports Park, Field #3

Houston, Texas

Club Bad News Bears look to extend their two game unbeaten streak tonight as they take on a tough opponent from last season, Invictus.  No one has forgotten that game from the 2011 Spring season, that resulted in a 1-1 tie. 

Last season, Invictus struck first with a penalty kick, after a much argued foul called on Albert Martinez in the box.  Albert would exact revenge by scoring the equalizer in the 78th minute.

This second meeting between teams should be just as heated as the weather, which is forecasted for yet another 92 degrees by kickoff, and only a 10% chance of rain.  Here's a preview for both teams:

Club Bad News Bears:

• Second meeting against Invictus.  First meeting resulted in a 1-1 tie.
• Club Bad News Bears will be without Juan Sanchez for tonight's game.
• This will be the first game for the Bears at Houston Amateur Sports Park.
• Speed and consistency will be the keys to a successful campaign against Invictus.

Invictus:

• Second meeting against Club Bad News Bears.  First meeting resulted in a 1-1 tie.
• Invictus has size and speed, and are not afraid to use both to their advantage.
• This will be the first game for Invictus at Houston Amateur Sports Park.
• Exceptional skills at the goal keeper position.

Injury Report:

No injuries to report at this time.

Suspensions:

No suspensions to report at this time.

Head-to-Head All-Time:

Club Bad News Bears and Invictus share a 0-0-1 record in the overall series.  Last meeting was a 1-1 tie.

VIDEO: Funny Free Kick

Here's a classic funny video of a free kick.  Enjoy!!!

Week 1 Recap

Club Bad News Bears and Pluma

Mountain Coffee play to a 0-0 tie on

Sunday. 

Four out of the six teams opened up the 2011 Summer season this past Sunday.  Club Bad News Bears and Pluma Mountain Coffee played to a 0-0 tie with a grueling heat present.  FC Happy Meal would score the league's first win with a sound 4-1 victory over Growling Trout.  Both Invictus and AFC Renegades were not scheduled to play during Week 1.

The standings now reflect FC Happy Meal solely at the top with 3 points, followed by the Bears and Coffee tied in second with a point each.  Growling Trout, Invictus and AFC Renegades bring up the rear with 0 points after one week of play.

This Day In Bad News Bears History: June 13/14

June 13, 2010
Bear Creek Park, Field #19
5:00pm

During a 2010 Summer league match, Club Bad News Bears would lose their opening day game in a heartbreaking 3-2 score to FC Kilgore.  The loss would give the team a three game losing streak, only to snap it the following week.

June 14, 2009
West Houston Soccer Complex, Field #3
7:00pm

Opening day pitted Club Bad News Bears (entering their second season as a club) against Winners.  Winners would live up to their name, squeaking by in a 3-2 victory over the Bears.  The loss would be the first of only 3 for the 2009 Summer season.

Hot Start for Bears (Literally) with Tie

     Coach Oscar congratulates the Bears after battling a tough opponent, and the heat, to a 0-0 tie.

For the first time in club history, the Bad News Bears opened up their season with a tie against Pluma Mountain Coffee.  In front of 10 supporters, the 0-0 score reflected not only a strong defense for both clubs, but also a heat that exceeded 90 degrees on the field, causing fatigue and exhaustion.

Both squads had great opportunities to score goals, but the ball hit everything (from shins to crossbars) but the back of the net.  Both goalies were impressive, as Coach Oscar Aviles watched his squad battle the heat from the goalie position, while Pluma Mountain Coffee's goalie constantly kept his team subbing in and out to avoid tired legs on the field.

Despite two water breaks at the midway point of each half and a solid effort by both teams, the final score would prove the heat (and both team's defenses) were too much for either side and a 0-0 tie would be the final result.

After the game, Oscar pointed out to the Bears that it was a "great effort against a tough team."

"It was a 'heated' game," noted Marvette Limon-Machala.

The Bears should keep their heads up after this performance, as it's not everyday a Division 5 team finishes with a scoreless tie against a very experienced Division 3/4 team.

Club Bad News Bears (0-0-0) vs. Pluma Mountain Coffee (0-0-0)
June 12, 2011 -- Bear Creek Park

Scoring Summary:
No Goals Scored

Misconduct Summary:
No Cards

Attendance: 10

Weather: Sunny and 92 degrees
All statistics contained in this boxscore are unofficial

MatchDay Preview: Club Bad News Bears Tough Opener Ahead



Club Bad News Bears (0-0-0) vs. Pluma Mountain Coffee (0-0-0)

June 12, 2011     6:00pm CST

Bear Creek Park, Field #4

Houston, Texas

Tonight's game will no doubt be a tough one for both teams as temperatures are forecasted to top 92 degrees by kickoff at 6pm, with only a 10% chance of rain.  Here's a preview for both teams.



Club Bad News Bears:

• First meeting against Pluma Mountain Coffee.
• This will be the Bears first game since their 2-0 victory over Heatstrikers during the 2011 Spring season.
• Club Bad News Bears are 2-5-0 on opening day, being outscored 24-14.  Breaking it down even further, the Bears are 2-2-0 when opening day games are played at 6pm, being outscored 16-10.  Even further, when playing at Bear Creek Park on opening day, the Bears are 0-3-0, being outscored 13-3.
• The last time the Bears played in the Summer, they finished in third place in a tough Divison 4 league, totaling 15 points, an 5-3-0 record, outscoring their opponents 18-7.
• After Thursday's practice, Coach Oscar Aviles commented that "it was a great first practice".  He also noted that "it was good to get the rust off and we'll see how it goes for opening day."

Pluma Mountain Coffee:

• First meeting against Club Bad News Bears.
• This will be Pluma Mountain Coffee's first game since their 4-1 defeat from Agoholics during the 2011 Spring season.
• Pluma Mountain Coffee is 2-1-2 on opening day, outscoring their opponents 12-10.  Breaking it down even further, their record is 0-0-1 when opening day games are played at 6pm, tying their opponent 3-3.  Even further, when playing at Bear Creek Park on opening day, their record is 1-1-1, outscoring their opponents 7-6.
• The last time Pluma Mountain Coffee played in the Summer, they finished in seventh place in a tough Divison 3 league, totaling 8 points, a 2-4-2 record, being outscored 14-31.

Injury Report:

No injuries to report at this time.

Suspensions:

No suspensions to report at this time.

Head-to-Head All-Time:

This will be the first meeting between the two teams. 

Team Practice Scheduled Today; Open to the Public

Club Bad News Bears head coach Oscar Aviles and assistant coach Irma Sanchez has scheduled a team practice for 6:30pm today at Bear Creek Park, field 28.  This practice is open to the public and media.  The club's coaching staff is expecting a good turnout, as this will be there first time on the field as a team since the conclusion of the 2011 Spring season. 

Below is a map for Bear Creek Park, including field number designation.

(click to enlarge)

2011 Summer Schedule Released

The HWSA released their schedule for Division 5 Co-ed soccer today.  Club Bad News Bears will take on five opponents for this Summer season, including four returning teams from last season.  AFC Renegades, FC Happy Meal, Growling Trout and Invictus all return for another round with the Bears.  Pluma Mountain Coffee completes the six team division as its newest member.

Also new to this season is the addition of another soccer venue.  Houston Amateur Sports Park, located off of 288 at 1900 Airport Blvd., is also the official training facility for the Houston Dynamo.  HASP, along with Bear Creek Park, will be the Bears' battleground this season.

As always, schedule is tentative and subject to change, including date, time and/or location.  Check back often to view the current team schedule.