Five Goal Second Half Surges Stockade Past Valeo

Poughkeepsie, NY — Daniel D’Ippolito (2), Lucas Fecci (2) and Petro Klishch all scored second half goals to overwhelm Valeo FC en route to a 5-0 victory on Saturday night at Tenney Stadium.

After a hotly contested first half drew to a close at 0-0, the second half would light the fireworks.

In the 50th minute, Daniel D’Ippolito would get the party started. D’Ippolito would collect Jared Juleau’s pass into the middle of the box, turn and slot his opener past the Valeo keeper.

D’Ippolito wasn’t done. In the 68th minute, he would collect a loose ball in the Valeo defense area, burn his defender and fire a rocket into the side of the net from 25 yards out. The brace on the night pushes D’Ippoloto’s season tally to an impressive 10 goals.

Just three minutes later, Stockade would strike again. This time through Petro Klishch, who entered the match as an early sub for the injured Hugo Guerra. Klishch would pick off an errant pass and drive to goal, beating the keeper to the far side and making it 3-0.

The final fifteen minutes belonged to Lucas Fecci. The former Oneonta striker made his debut in grand fashion with a 77th minute beauty. Petro Klishch would breakout and lay off to Fecci on his left. Fecci would weave inside the edge of the box and unleash a lovely bending strike into the side netting for the Stockade fourth.

Fecci would complete his brace in the 90th minute as another Valeo turnover would turn into a Stockade FC attack. Fecci would pick off a pass and send Owen Siegel into space on a give-and-go that would ultimately find Fecci wide open in the box to seal the 5th of the night.

Stockade FC moves to 5-0-1 (W-L-D) on the season with 16 points atop the North Atlantic standings. Stockade will return to action next Sunday, June 25 with a pivot visit to Hartford City FC.  The club will return to Tenney Stadium in Poughkeepsie on Wednesday, June 28th as Valeo FC returns to Marist College for the third matchup of the season.

Stockade Scraps Road Point in Syracuse

Manlius, NY — Daniel D’Ippolito scored his 8th goal in 4 matches of 2023 to claw a point on the road.

On a rain drenched mid-week night, Syracuse would open the scoring in the 32nd minute as Michael Lantry rose up for a header past Dylan McDermott.

The tide would significant change soon after as Matthew Stasyuck went in hard with a dangerous tackle on Joey Dolan and would be red carded in the 39th minute. Syracuse would play the remaining 50 minutes with 10-men.

After halftime, Stockade would dominate the ball and the majority of opportunities. Syracuse would bunker down and hold off the orange and black.

Finally, in the 87th minute, Stockade FC would find their breakthrough. Daniel D’Ippolito cut to his right and struck through traffic to beat the Syracuse keeper and level the score.

Stockade would continue to search for the winner as stoppage time approached. Syracuse would have one final breakout which saw Alberto Molina’s sliding challenged rules as an offense by the referee, showing him his second yellow card and reducing Stockade to 10-men as well.

The draw moves Stockade to 4-0-1 (W-L-D) and 13 points to remain atop the North Atlantic Conference standings before returning home to Tenney this Saturday, June 17th, as Valeo FC visits Poughkeepsie.

Stockade FC Announces Partnership with Highland United FC

Kingston, NY– Kingston Stockade FC is proud to announce a partnership with Highland United FC.

Highland United FC, a community driven organization that has been in existence since 1982. Originally named Highland United Soccer Club, the not-for-profit organization has a mission of fostering personal and athletic development, on and off the field, through values of integrity, trust and hard work. 

“As a product of Highland United Soccer, it is a great honor for me to be involved in helping the current administration, coaches and players to reach their full potential. Highland has always been a hotbed of soccer talent in the Hudson Valley and Stockade Futures will help restore the club to its previous glory,” said Stockade FC Technical Director Dan Hoffay.

Currently, Highland United FC is comprised of over 150 kids in their recreation program. They look to expand back into the travel soccer world this upcoming fall season. 

“As a kid, I started my soccer playing days with Highland Youth Soccer.  Now, all of these years later, the opportunity for the Highland community to join forces with Stockade will help create an environment and a platform to help the next generation of local kids meet their full potential,” said Stockade FC First Team Head Coach Jamal Lis-Simmons. “This is a very exciting partnership!”

Highland United FC becomes the second Hudson Valley club named as a Stockade Futures Affiliate. The club will have access to Stockade FC curriculum and work directly with Stockade FC coaches and staff for assistance with coaching education, player development, recruitment, branding, social media content creation and more. 

“Kingston Stockade FC is precisely what Highland United needs. Their willingness to support clubs at the grassroots level is a win-win; the local clubs will thrive, and the Stockade teams will consist of more and more players from the surrounding local communities,” said Jason Valentino, Highland United Vice President. “We can’t wait to move forward as a Stockade Futures club!”

To find out more about how your club can get involved and how Stockade FC and Stockade Futures plans to help build soccer for all in the Hudson Valley, visit our website at www.stockadefc.com/futures.

Stockade FC Powers Past Hartford Behind D’Ippolito Hat-trick

Poughkeepsie, NY- Daniel D’Ippolito recorded his second hat-trick in 3 matches this season to fire Stockade FC past previously unbeaten Hartford City FC on Saturday night.

Just 11 minutes in, D’Ippolito (Fordham) would put Stockade in front. Jacob Schulman would send D’Ippolito in on goal 1-v-1 to make no mistake.

In the 25th minute, Stockade would strike again. Hugo Guerra (Marist) would send a dangerous ball into box that D’Ippolito would find and fire home for his brace.

After halftime, 56 minutes in, D’Ippolito would complete his hat-trick with a moment of genius. A long ball from Dylan McDermott (Binghamton) was flicked on by D’Ippolito to do all the work himself, run onto it, cut to his left foot and fire past the keeper from 18 yards out.

D’Ippolito’s second hat-trick of the year puts him at 7 goals on the season, in only 3 matches played.

Stockade FC’s backline would close out the final minutes of the night and maintain the shutout. Liam Salmon would make his debut on the evening as part of an outstanding Stockade backline featuring McDermott, Alberto Molina (URI), Mario Bunjaj and Joey Dolan.

Stockade FC moves to 4-0-0 (W-L-D) on the year and sits alone at the top of the conference standings.

Stockade returns to action with back-to-back midweek matchups. First, Stockade travels for Vermont for a friendly showdown with Vermont Green on Wednesday June 7. One week later, on Wednesday June 14, the club returns to NPSL action with a trip to Syracuse FC.

Our return to Tenney on June 17 will feature another critical matchup with Valeo FC.

Stockade FC Launches Partnership with K-Thunder FC

Kingston, NY– Kingston Stockade FC is proud to announce the newest addition to Stockade Futures by partnering with K-Thunder FC.

K-Thunder FC is a not-for-profit organization that focuses on accessibility and keeping costs to a minimum. Founded in Kingston, NY, K-Thunder has grown to six teams since its inception in 2021. At K-Thunder, players learn about community responsibility, volunteerism, community partnerships, and financial responsibility. K-Thunder FC is a diverse multicultural club that brings players together to build valuable, lasting relationships.

“As the club continues to grow, giving back to our community remains a top priority,” said Stockade FC Technical Director, Dan Hoffay. “Using our resources, we will be able to educate more coaches throughout the Hudson Valley and create an atmosphere of growth for players across our region. We are excited to work closely with K-Thunder, their staff and their players to help instill our philosophies and help bring their program to new heights.”

K-Thunder FC will become the first Hudson Valley youth program to partner with Stockade FC. K-Thunder FC will have access to Stockade FC curriculum and work directly with Stockade FC coaches and staff for assistance with coaching education, player development, recruitment, branding, social media content creation and more.

“It is crucial for K-Thunder FC players (boys and girls) to understand the importance of unity and partnership. With the resources being offered by Stockade FC, we are confident that our players will not just have someone to look up to, but also have the chance to showcase their talents in front of a local soccer network” said K-Thunder co-founders, Jose Lemus and Ray Campbell.

“With this partnership K-Thunder FC will inspire new upcoming ballers to seek a fun and enjoyable pathway, to play with purpose and receive the opportunity to achieve their goals. The K-Thunder Board is thrilled to begin this new alliance with Stockade FC.”

To find out more about how your club can get involved and how Stockade FC and Stockade Futures plans to help build soccer for all in the Hudson Valley, visit our website at www.stockadefc.com/futures.

Stockade FC Rolls Over Syracuse in Tenney Debut

Poughkeepsie, NY— Stockade FC defeats Syracuse FC in the home opener at Tenney Stadium, 4-1, in front of 746 fans.

Stockade FC would open the scoring early in the 10th minute as Jacob Schulman served in Hugo Guerra who beat his defender 1-on-1 and fired into the side netting for the lead.

Stockade would stay on the gas pedal, doubling the lead in the 19th minute as Daniel D’Ippolito (Fordham) headed home the perfect cross from Jared Juleau (Marist) off the corner kick.

The third goal would come from the backline as Alberto Molina (URI) scored his first Stockade goal, again off a set piece. Andrea Nguionza (Marist) would supply the helper.

Just minutes later, Syracuse would cut the deficit as Cason Stafford scored from the penalty spot to give life to the visitors.

After the halftime break, an infusion of reserves would help spur on the Stockade energy level.

Owen Siegel (Oneonta) on his Stockade debut would use a bit of skill and hard work to find Zach Rabadi (Marist) to finish off the 4th goal of the night.

Stockade FC moves to 3-0-0 (W-L-D) on the season and returns home to Tenney Stadium next Saturday, June 3rd, for a pivotal matchup with Hartford City FC.

D’Ippolito Hattrick Snags All Three Points in Massachusetts

Worcester, MA— Daniel D’Ippoito made his Stockade FC starting debut in a big way on Saturday night as he collected the third hattrick in Stockade FC history!

Twenty-eight minutes in, Stockade FC would strike first. Jared Juleau sent Hugo Guerra down the line to sweep in driven ball that D’Ippolito would slide and force home.

Just 5 minutes later, Valeo would equalize through Matthew Bell off a long throw in.

After slick back and forth action, Stockade would regain the lead in the 67th minute as Andrea Nguionza and Jacob Schulman combined to send D’Ippolito on go, around the keeper and finish calmly.

Again, Valeo equalized just 4 minutes later.

Not to be outdone, Stockade FC would, again, regain the lead as Schulman lead in Joey Dolan with the perfectly weighted ball for Dolan to head across and D’Ippolito to pound home in the 75th minute.

A gritty effort defensively in the rain closed out the match as a big save from Jaiden Pean was needed to finish it off.

Stockade FC starts the year with 2 road wins headed into the home opener at Tenney Stadium vs Syracuse on May 27th at 6PM.

Stockade FC Soars Past New York Shockers with Corbi Header

Albany, NY — Stockade FC used a first half header from Mike Corbi to secure all three points on the road in their 2023 NPSL season opener versus the New York Shockers.

In the 17th minute of play, Jared Juleau (Marist) whipped in a beautiful set piece from a corner kick that met the head of Mike Corbi to open the scoring.

From there, Stockade FC’s back line was lock down and surrendered few chances to secure the shutout, and road victory.

“Points on the road are always extremely difficult to come by,” said Head Coach Jamal Lis-Simmons. “To leave Albany with a big three points is a great start for us to build on as we add more of our college players into the fold.”

Dylan McDermott (Binghamton) recorded six saves on the evening.

The night featured Stockade FC debuts for Jared Juleau (Marist), Andrea Nguionza (Marist), Ryan Hilliard and Derek Jaramillo in starting roles. Modou Badjie (Plattsburgh) made his first team debut in reserve.

Stockade FC returns to action next Saturday, May 13 as the team travels to nearby Dutchess County for a 3:30PM friendly with Pathfinder FC of USL2. The next NPSL match for the club will take place on May 20 as Stockade travels to Valeo FC.