Anthracite FC Clinches First Place at EDP Spring Kickoff with Dominant Finale
By: Brad Loff | Sportzwire | March 15, 2025 | Photo courtesy Brad Loff - BL Sports Photography
Conshohocken, PA – Anthracite FC 2010B AFC Bayern rose to the occasion at the EDP Spring Kickoff at the Proving Grounds, securing the top spot in their bracket with a commanding 3-0 victory in the final match. The team, guided by Coach Carlos Perez, finished with an impressive 2-0-1 record, proving their resilience and determination when it mattered most.
A Battle for the Top Spot
Heading into the final game, the race for first place was a dead heat between Anthracite FC and HEX FC Dominion USYS 10 B II. Both teams were tied in points and had played to a 1-1 draw in their head-to-head matchup earlier in the tournament. That meant the final results would decide everything.
With the pressure on, Anthracite FC delivered a statement performance against Lancaster Elite FC 2010 Boys, winning 3-0 to leave no doubt about their championship credentials. The attack was relentless, while the defense locked down yet another clean sheet, securing the necessary margin to finish atop the standings.
Tournament Recap & Final Standings
• Game 1: Anthracite FC 1-0 Medford SC Mad Dogs Blue 2010
• Game 2: Anthracite FC 1-1 HEX FC Dominion USYS 10 B II
• Game 3: Anthracite FC 3-0 Lancaster Elite FC 2010 Boys
Final Bracket Standings
Team | MP | W | L | D | GF | GA | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Anthracite FC | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 | +4 | 7 |
HEX FC Dominion | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | +1 | 5 |
Lancaster Elite | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | -3 | 3 |
Medford SC | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 1 |
A Team Effort
The championship squad featured standout performances from players across multiple schools, including Andrew Pedri (MMI), Braden Loff (Valley View), Carter DeSarno (Abington Heights), Delaney Kaub (Western Wayne), Ethan Namlick (Valley View), Jack Molitoris (Mid-Valley), Jacob Cobb (Wyoming Area), Jacob Borrelli (Mid-Valley), Lucas Samala (Abington Heights), Max Domin (North Pocono), Nathan Ciocco (Crestwood), Odin Fielding (Western Wayne), Owen Morgan (Abington Heights), Sean Patchkowski (Mid-Valley), and Wes Illian (Abington Heights).
AFC’s Momentum Moving Forward
This tournament victory serves as a major confidence booster as Anthracite FC prepares for the rest of the season. The team has shown they can handle pressure, deliver in big moments, and dominate both ends of the field.
For more information on Anthracite FC, visit their official website: Anthracite FC Website
A few more Photos from todays games.
