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2015 Steel Army Membership Package

We’re happy to announce the 2015 Steel Army Membership Package! Last year was the first time we had dues for the Steel Army, and we were blown away by your support. Not only did everyone get a kick ass scarf, but the funds we raised helped us to do bigger and better things we’ve only dreamed of in the past. This year is no different, except we’ve been working behind the scenes to make this package an even better value for you. We just love you so much. So what
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Pittsburgh Soccer Holiday Party

If you hadn’t heard yet, consider this your invitation to the Pittsburgh Soccer Supporter’s Holiday Party on Decemer 13 at 8pm. This year the festivities will take place at Blue Line Grille across from Consol Energy Center. The proceedes from the party will benefit the Claudio Reyna Foundation. You DO NOT need to be an member of Steel Army or the Pittsburgh chapter of American Outlaws to attend.  In fact, this is a wonderful opportunity for new fans of the beautiful game or soccer fans new to the Pittsburgh area
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Meet the New Teams: Charlotte Independence

With USLPro expanding from 14 to, at least, 22 teams and two other franchises relocating and starting new identities, we figured we could kill some of the off-season boredom by letting you get to know the new competition. “Meet the New Teams” will run, roughly, every other week leading up to March 2015.   Name: Charlotte Independence City: Charlotte, NC Home Field: American Legion Memorial Stadium Previous Leagues (if any): None (bought franchise rights from Charlotte Eagles, but is a new team) Supporters’ Group: Jack’s Militia Oh, man, where do
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Hounds Release First Post-Bankruptcy Statement

The Riverhounds have released their first statement since the club and stadium’s reorganization plans were approved, last Friday. The Riverhounds are proud to announce that the Club’s reorganization plans have been officially approved by U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Jeffery A. Deller.  The approvals, which apply to both the Pittsburgh Riverhounds and Highmark Stadium, mean that both entities are now positioned to move forward in preparation for the 2015 USL Pro season and beyond, under the ownership of Terrance “Tuffy” Shallenberger and direction of current management.    In upcoming weeks, the Club
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Hounds Reorganization Plans Confirmed, SA Observes Court

For a precise and professional description of what occurred in Judge Jeffery Deller’s courtroom today, read the Trib’s Brian Bowling’s story. However, if you want a longer and possibly incorrect recap of event from someone vastly unqualified to observe and report on federal bankruptcy hearings, please keep reading. 9:50AM – Tuffy, Kutney, and attorneys in attendance. Tuffy tells me he’s disappointed in the lack of smoke for today. Everyone upbeat, but not ready to celebrate yet. 54 floors above the city is an awesome view. There is picturesque, unobstructed view
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