SAINT LOUIS SCOTT GALLAGHER

SLSG's adds Maggie Richard to its ECNLRL Coaching Line Up for 2020-21!

sjernigan • June 11, 2021

St. Louis, MO (May 15, 2020) – The SLSG MO Girls Division is excited to announce that Maggie Richard will be joining the ECNLRL Program (formerly know as the Elite Program) for the 2020-21 season. Maggie will be the head coach of the U13, U18, and U19 ECNLRL teams.

Richard, a former SLSG player, returns to the club after six (6) years, during which she played for four (4) years at Indiana State University, graduating with a degree in Sport Management. Maggie then spent two (2) years coaching at Rose Hulman (NCAA Division 3) and earning her Masters Degree in Coaching.   Richard has also spent time coaching youth players, working for two (2) years with a 2003 team in Indiana that was part of the Vigo Flyers SC. 

MO Girls Director of Coaching, Scott McDoniel, had this to say regarding the recent addition, "Steve [Pecher] and I have been committed to finding the absolute right fit for our ECNLRL players. The Program sits upon a strong foundation of hard working players who continue to achieve each year, and we wanted to find a passionate coach that believes in our club objectives and could conitnue to push the players to help them achieve their individual and team goals. There is no doubt in our minds that we have found someone our players will love. Maggie is full of energy, she's a competitior, she cares about the kids, and she loves this club. I believe she will provide the experience that these players are seeking in the game."

After accepting an invitation to be a member of the ECNL's new Regional League format (the Heartland Conference) the Elite Programs name has been changed to that of the ECNLRL. To round out the Coaching Staff the club has assigned veteran SLSG coach Carlton Williams to assist Richard. Steve Pecher, the staff's most experienced coach will be working with the U14-U17 teams and he will be assisted by Emily Mosier and Trent Kuprewicz (both current SLSG staff members). 

This past season the Elite Program made history when the 04's in the USYS National League. But now that the program has been included in the ECNLRL the clubs vision is truly becoming a reality.  "The idea was for the Elite Program to mirror, in many ways, the already successful ECNL Program we have in our MO - Girls Division", said Club Director Steve Pecher. "From how and where the girls trained, to the competition calendar, and really down to the last detail, we wanted the two programs collaborating to simulate the experience for the players. Now that we have the ECNLRL, and with the additon of Maggie, I believe this season will be an even more positive experience for the players." 

 

2020-21 ECNL Regional League Program Coaching Line Up

Team/Coach/Co-Coach

U19 - Maggie Richard / Carlton Williams

U18 - Maggie Richard / Carlton Williams

U17 - Steve Pecher / Emily Mosier

U16 - Steve Pecher / Emily Mosier

U15 - Steve Pecher / Trent Kupruwicz

U14 - Steve Pecher / Trent Kupruwicz

U13 - Maggie Richard / Jamie Matlock

 

About SLSG : Since the merging of the area’s three leading youth soccer clubs in 2008, St. Louis Scott Gallagher has emerged as a national leader in youth soccer. Building on a proud history of on field success and a historic soccer culture, the organization has worked tirelessly to fulfill its mission: To be the best club in the country. A club that positively impacts the development of our players on and off the field and positively impacts our community.

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By John Venneman • January 17, 2023
Our partners at The Edge Fitness Club want you to experience their outstanding amenities with a complimentary 7-day pass. Just scan the QR code and take advantage of one of our many offerings. Group exercise classes, personal training, sauna and massage, our Edge Kids program.

Fun in the Sun - ECNL RL - Florida Showcase Recap

By John Venneman • January 13, 2023
SLSG’s Missouri ECNL RL Program has just concluded the Regional League Showcase in Sanford Florida this past weekend. The program brought three teams to participate in the showcase consisting of the 04/05, 06, and 07 age groups. This was a great opportunity for the players to compete with different teams from across the country and showcase their abilities to a number of various college programs totalling over 200 in attendance at the event. The three teams landed in Sanford on Thursday and each had one game on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Following the Friday slate of games our teams were able to watch the ECNL RL National Selection game in which Anna Beam (04/05) had the chance to represent SLSG and compete with the top players in the Regional League. Anna’s team was coached by SLSG’s RL Director and Coach Maggie Richard. Anna and Maggie came away with a 4-2 win on the night with all 3 of our age groups in attendance to support. The 04/05 age group had a great weekend with 3 wins over the 3 day span. On Thursday they battled to a 1-0 win over PWSI with an abundance of colleges in attendance on the day. They took the momentum into Saturday with a 2-0 win over FC Prime, and capped off the trip with a 3-2 win against FC Delco. It was a great sendoff for our senior class and the team was able to celebrate with a senior dinner on Saturday night to cap off the RL season. Over the course of the weekend the team was able to showcase their abilities individually and as a team. The 06 age group was able to come away with a 1-1-1 record on the trip, starting with a 2-2 draw over Susa FC off a last minute equalizer to steal a point on the opening day. On Saturday the group attempted to battle their way back against a 3-1 deficit and finished the game with a 3-2 loss against Alabama FC. They ended the trip on a high note beating Match Fit Academy 3-0 on Sunday. It was an overall successful weekend for the 06 age group. The 07 age group were unlucky to come out of the weekend with a draw and 2 losses. Facing 3 tough opponents during the showcase the group was unfortunate not to come away with a win, but showed they are able to compete with top teams and look forward to the playoffs this summer following the high school season. Overall it was a great experience for the players to experience such a special event put on by the ECNL. We would like to thank all the families and players for their commitment to the program this season and for making it such a great experience for everyone. We wish all of our players good luck this high school season.

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By John Venneman • November 17, 2022
Fenton, MO - ST Louis Scott Gallagher and STL FUTSAL are excited to announce a strategic partnership. We will work closely together to raise futsal to the next level in the St. Louis metro area. We feel futsal is a key complement to our current programs and we are excited to get started. More details coming soon. About Futsal: -Originated in Montevideo, Uruguay in 1930 by Carlos Ceriani, quickly gained popularity in Brazil, South America & Europe. -5 a side soccer played on hard (gym) floor with a small heavier ball & goal -Futsal, Futbol Sala (which means hall soccer in Portuguese) -Famous soccer players that started by playing futsal: Messi, Pele, Neymar, Ronaldo, Diego Simeone Cristiano Ronaldo, Xavi, Ronaldinho, Rivaldo, Roberto Carlos, to name a few -In Brazil, most of youth players only play futsal until the age 13, then they make the decision to play full time soccer or futsal. -Used as part of the training curriculum / program for national teams such as: Uruguay, Brazil, Argentina, France, Mexico, Paraguay, Spain etc Benefits of Futsal: -High pace game, so high pressure causes faster decision making -Dynamic play forces players to play both offense and defense -Less players on the court means more touches on the ball -Higher level of competition at a young age allows players to be more confident in high pressure situations -Heavier ball increases the power of players -Tighter spaces forces players to have quicker reaction time -Smaller goals improve shooting accuracy -Great players are great decision makers

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By John Venneman • September 14, 2022
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