After scoring for Canada against Venezuela in the Copa America quarterfinals, Jacob Shaffelburg paid tribute to teammate Tajon Buchanan, displaying a No. 17 shirt on the AT&T Stadium field in Arlington, Texas. For New Englanders, it provided a reminder that Shaffelburg developed playing for the … [Read more...]
Revolution: How Homegrown Malcolm Fry is adapting to the pro game
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- A crowded early schedule and slow start to the MLS season left many of the Revolution’s young players out in the cold. The situation tested the resolve of Malcolm Fry (Groton, Mass.), who was feeling unsure of his place on the 29-man roster. That was until one March day, while … [Read more...]
Revolution II: How Malcolm Fry became an impact player for his home state franchise
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Growing up in Groton, Mass., Revolution II midfielder Malcolm Fry was unsure how he would fare on the soccer field against outside competition. Then, Fry’s family relocated to Montpellier, France, and he got his answer. "I played Town soccer my whole life, but my family’s not a … [Read more...]
Revolution II: How Patrick Leal’s professional path led back to his home state
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Patrick Leal (Newton, Mass.) started a path to professional soccer when he moved to Portugal as a 13-year-old. But after reaching the first team level -- Leal made his Serie A debut with Venezia FC during the 2021-22 season -- he has taken a step back, returning home to play for … [Read more...]
How BU’s Michael Emenalo became director of football for the Saudi Pro League
New England business schools produce success stories by the dozens, sending graduates to firms where they manage accounts valued well into nine or 10 figures, maybe higher. For Michael Emenalo, Boston University Class of ’89, you’ll have to add another zero or two to get the scale of his latest … [Read more...]
How Kristie Mewis solidified a U.S. roster spot for 2023 Women’s World Cup
From the time they were youngsters growing up in Hansen, Mass., Kristie and Samantha Mewis planned to play in the Women’s World Cup. Sam got there first, winning the 2019 title with the U.S., as Kristie recovered from injury. Now, it's Kristie’s turn, with the team preparing for the WWC in Australia … [Read more...]
