Prep Preview: SoCal Soccer Showcase

Posted by Inland Fieldhouse on March 18, 2012 · Leave a Comment 

I’m covering the inaugural Southern California Soccer Showcase at Colton HS today for The Press-Enterprise. The best part of this assignment is, theoretically, watching the Inland Area’s best from the class of ’93. THE LOW DOWN: The event, presented by Soccer Center, is supposed to bring together uncommitted players and prospective NCAA coaches for a … Continue reading →

Category Prep Previews, Prep Sports, Soccer

CLOSER LOOK: La Sierra MF Dominic Escalera

Posted by Inland Fieldhouse on March 7, 2012 · Leave a Comment 

Take a closer look at Riverside La Sierra senior Dominic Escalera and you’ll see as hard-nosed attacking midfielder ready to take the next step in his playing career. Escalera was the lynch pin of Dave Eckenrod’s attack this season, using his 6-foot-1 frame to body his man and his skills to beat defenders. Playing in a Steven Gerrard-style role, Escalera scored 17 … Continue reading →

Category Prep Sports, Riverside La Sierra, Soccer

Inland Area Prep Soccer Top 10

Posted by Inland Fieldhouse on March 6, 2012 · Leave a Comment 

FINAL 2011-’12 1. Moreno Valley Valley View (21-2-3) — Miguel Hernandez returned from a broken foot in score a goal in a CIF-Southern Section Division 2 semifinal victory at Coachella Valley, and reigning Inland Area Player Of The Year Alex Turkson scored the only goal of the championship game when his overtime header found a home … Continue reading →

Category Prep Rankings, Prep Sports, Soccer