The Wave capitalized on their offensive opportunities defeating the Chicago Soul 9-2 at the Sears Centre Arena in Chicago. Nick Vorberg had a standout performance while the Wave’s offensive attack was a team effort with four different players scoring tonight.
Luan Oliveira opened the scoring for the Wave. It was the only goal of the first quarter as the Wave held off Chicago’s attack. The Wave expanded their lead to 4-0 when Hewerton found the back of the net in the second quarter. Vorberg and the Wave defense held the Soul scoreless in the first half despite the Soul’s pressure and the Wave went into half time up 4-0.
Marcio Leite struck a 3-point goal increasing the Wave’s lead to 7-0 in the third quarter. Carlos Farias put the Soul on the board cutting the Wave’s lead to 7-2. The Wave’s Joe Hammes scored the final goal of the night giving the Wave a 9-2 win. The Wave improved to 4-2 for the season and are currently in third place in the MISL.
The Wave’s next home game is December 22nd. Flex pack tickets and individual game tickets are on sale. Visit www.milwaukeewave.com or 414.224.9283 for more information.
Milwaukee Wave
The Milwaukee Wave professional indoor soccer team is the longest-running professional soccer team in the country. The Wave completed their 28th season by winning their sixth Major Indoor Soccer League championship. Their summer camp program is the largest team-operated program in the country. For more information about the Milwaukee Wave, visit milwaukeewave.com or call 414-224-9283.
MISL
USL acquired the Major Indoor Soccer League (MISL) in May, 2011 and began operating North America’s most storied and tradition-rich professional indoor soccer league for the 2011-12 season. The MISL represents the top level of professional indoor soccer in North America and currently consists of seven franchises. The league roster includes franchises in Baltimore, Kansas City, Milwaukee, Norfolk, Rochester, Syracuse and Wichita. MISL Public Relations - Jay Preble / Nicholas Murray / Seth Witkowicz - Tampa, FL - 813.963.3909 - Twitter: @MISLSoccer
United Soccer Leagues
The USL has become the largest organization of elite-level soccer leagues in North America by building on the vision, commitment, and passion of players, fans and investors. Now in its third decade of operation, USL continues to be a driving force in the growth of soccer in the United States, Canada and Caribbean. USL provides a clearly defined path for the progression of male and female soccer players beginning at the youth level (Super Y-League/Super-20 League), continuing through the amateur level (PDL/W-League) and up to the professional level, both outdoor and indoor (USL PRO/MISL). A platform for countless players to reach for their dreams each year, USL is devoted to developing the sport at the grassroots level in every community across the region.
