After what was an absolutely hectic Summer of New Releases, Colorways and Sales, it seems like a good time to create a recap in case you missed some of the action – especially if it was on SC101! Seasons in Europe are about to kick off and with MLS getting …
Read More »SC101 EPL Fantasy League Challenge
The start of the new EPL season is right around the corner, with games kicking off this weekend. I absolutely love playing EPL Fantasy soccer, so I thought it would be a good idea to run a SC101 league this season! And, I will offer up a free pair of …
Read More »Pele Sports 1970 Released in Lunar Rock
It has been a while, but there is finally another colorway available in the Pele Sports 1970 range; this one coming in a Lunar Rock/Tour Yellow/Black colorway. I have never seen a Lunar Rock first hand, but I am now under the assumption that they all come in a cream …
Read More »Puma V1.11 + SL Winners
In order to keep things fair, I summonsed a team of 3 judges to make a decision for the worst looking boots (none of which were me) in our latest Puma V1.11 and SL giveaway. There were some fantastic entries and trying to narrow the boots down turned out to …
Read More »2011 MLS All-Star Game Summary
It ended up being a pretty easy 4-0 win for Manchester United over the MLS All-Star team in New Jersey tonight. Anderson, Park, Berbatov and Welbeck were the players who got the goals. The All-Stars started off well and had some chances, but they just couldn’t handle the creative play …
Read More »Friday in “Review”
Without a doubt, this is one of the busiest periods I have had while working on SoccerCleats101, something I am not complaining about! There have been several new pairs of boots that have arrived for testing and tons of new releases/colorways hitting the market. In the last few weeks, I …
Read More »Bumpy Pitch – BPFC Heritage
The latest Bumpy Pitch release comes compliments of, and is inspired by, the US Women’s performance at this summers World Cup in Germany. Oh, how close they got – but when it comes down to penalties, it really becomes a coin-flip. The BPFC team put something together to remember their …
Read More »Which Release Do You Like Best?
There have been a few pretty sweet releases from the less synonymous brands over the past few weeks (ie those that are not the “Big 3” – Nike, Adidas or Puma.) Each release has its own style and I am sure they will all appeal to their own unique part …
Read More »Mexico Win Gold Cup – Who Was Wearing What
The Gold Cup Final turned out to be a classic, with Mexico managing to come from 2-0 down to secure a 4-2 victory over the US. In all honesty, Mexico deserved to win it, but the US certainly put in a spirited performance and will be dissapointed with how the …
Read More »Women’s World Cup – What They Are Wearing
This Sunday the 2011 FIFA Women’s World Cup kicks off in Germany, and I am personally very excited for the tournament to get underway. there has been a lot of hype surrounding the US team, and in my opinion they have an excellent chance of taking home the cup. Since …
Read More »Jako Cleats – Not Looking So Good!
At training Friday night, our Greek center-back (Nas) brought out a pair of Jako soccer cleats that were sent as a gift from his homeland. After 15 minutes, first time wearing them, he noticed the sole was coming loose. By the end of training, plus with some extra tape, they …
Read More »Bumpy Pitch and Nike – The Rivalry Pack
The guys over at our favorite soccer clothing line, Bumpy Pitch, have teamed up with Nike to create a pair of t-shirts that are inspired by one of the greatest rivalries in International soccer – USA vs Mexico. And it seems like perfect timing right now with the Gold Cup …
Read More »Walk for Matthew – June 18th 2011
I just received an email from a close friend, Chris Loftus, about a Walkathon that is taking place for his nephew, Matthew, on June 18th in Springfield Illinois. I had the opportunity to play alongside Chris at New England Revolution, and having read Matthew’s brave story, I believe it is …
Read More »Just Arrived: Adidas adiPure IV SL – Nike Vapor VII
Well, not quiet just arrived, but I have both the Adidas adiPure IV SL and the Nike Mercurial Vapor VII currently in review. I am excited to test both, and should have full reviews posted in the next few weeks. The adiPure SL comes in a pretty sweet package that …
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