Specialize in one sport at a young age? Not recommended here and not at the Collins house! Sisters Maddie and Molly Collins have completed a busy ski racing season, in addition to competing for SSC Shadow Premier teams and keeping top-notch grades in school. Maddie recently competed in the Western Region U16 Alpine Junior Olympic Championships in Jackson Hole, racing slalom, giant slalom, and super G. Capping off her season with Cascade Cup 12 Championship first place finishes
"To see it is to believe it," explains a U10 Shadow parent. "My child's soccer skills, enjoyment of the game and understanding of the game have just eclipsed what we thought he would learn. Joining U10 has been just incredible for his soccer!" Learning the SSC Shadow Way - in South Spokane, North Spokane and Spokane Valley - brings vital training and focus on fun to our youngest players. Way to go U10's!
Spokane native Chad Brown named head coach of Shadow EPLWA team
April 3, 2014
The Spokane Shadow announced Wednesday that the club has appointed former player Chad Brown as head coach of the team for its debut season in the Evergreen Premier League (EPLWA). The Central Valley High School product will be returning to his hometown after playing professionally and coaching amidst the collegiate ranks for the past few years.
Mt. Spokane’s Ashlee Pedersen is the whole package
by nwprepsnow, March 27, 2014
There probably isn’t a more adroit athlete in the Greater Spokane League than Ashlee Pedersen. If there were a Triple Crown award, the Mt. Spokane senior would be the runaway winner. She was named the league’s most valuable defender in soccer. She was honorable mention in basketball. A three-event state qualifier a year ago in track, she’ll be an all-league selection again this spring. Read more
Spectacular Shadow Showing at Las Vegas Players Showcase!
March 24, 2014
SSC Shadow congratulates G95-A, G96-A and G97-A on their spectacular play in Las Vegas March 21-23 at the Players Showcase 2014! G95-A, coached by Kevin Moon, went undefeated (4-0) and won the WCDA Diamond bracket. G96-A, coached by Kevin Moon and Jim Martinson, also went undefeated and took second in the WCDA Platinum bracket
Shadow to debut EPLWA season at newly-renovated Spokane Falls Community College
March 24, 2014
The Spokane Shadow announced Monday that the re-launched men’s team will be playing at the newly-renovated Spokane Falls Community College stadium for the inaugural season of the Evergreen Premier League (EPLWA). As previously announced, the seven-game home schedule will feature five Saturday night contests and Sunday fixtures.
The 1st Annual SSC Shadow Poker Tournament and Auction held Sunday, February 23rd was a HUGE success. Everyone had a great time raising funds for our Player Financial Assistance Program. The evening consisted of great appetizers, a chance to bid on silent and live auction gifts, and a very entertaining poker tournament. There were several fun raffle events, but the highlight of the night was the wonderful job of Niko Varlamos acting as auctioneer!
The Club’s Board of Directors and the Organizing Committee thanks everyone who participated in the event! A special thank you goes to the event sponsors:
Silver Level
Bronze Level
Sunshine Disposal and Recycling
Law Offices of Bajalcaliev and Scudder
Audubon Veterinary Clinic
Congratulations to the champions of the tournament: Marc Rickey and Patrice Cloutier! Special Shadow thanks to Kari Moore and Lori Cunningham for their hard work coordinating the auction! The date of our Second Annual Poker/Auction will be announced in late summer or early fall. Stay tuned!
Blue Mountain Exchange Championship for B02-Iniesta!
March 3, 2014
SSC Shadow B02-Iniesta battled opponents and the weather (freezing rain, ice) to be crowned Champions at the 2014 Blue Mountain Exchange in Pasco, March 1-2. They did so in convincing fashion, scoring 27 goals and allowing just 6. The boys played "The Shadow Way" with quick ball movement and lightning-quick attacks. Way to go Shadow!
Three Shadow girls named to Region IV ODP First Team!
March 3, 2014
An incredible honor was awarded last week to Alex Chambers (G97-A), Megan Nilsson (G97-A) and Maegan O’Neill (G96-A), who compete for the Idaho Girls 97 Olympic Development Program (ODP) team. Of the 18 players chosen from throughout the western U.S., all three were named to the Girls 97 US Youth Soccer Region IV First Team! Congratulations, Alex, Megan and Maegan!
Dress the part - get your Shadow scarf today!
Snow may have melted, but it is still chilly out there. Get one of our First Edition Spokane Shadow scarves - currently worn and modeled by Shadow coaches! The first 25 orders of $50-plus in EPLWA Men's ticket packages receive a free scarf...or get yours now for $23. ORDER NOW
20 SSC Shadow Premier RCL high school seniors commit to college soccer!
February 5, 2014
Years of player development, dedication and hard work will take 20 SSC Shadow Premier RCL high schools seniors to college-level soccer programs around the country in fall, 2014. SSC Shadow is proud to announce these Class of 2014 college soccer commitments:
All-State Soccer honors for 5 SSC Shadow players and 1 parent!
January 23, 2014
All-State soccer honors have reached a new level for eastern Washington with five SSC Shadow players and one parent receiving fall 2013 All-State honors, as announced by the Washington State Coaches Association! Congratulations to:
4A Most Valuable Player: Savannah Hoekstra (Central Valley HS & SSC Shadow G95-A)
"Best Record" at FC Portland Winter College Showcase earned by B96-Johnson!
January 23, 2014
Congratulations to B96-Johnson for earning "best record" at the FC Portland Winter College Showcase January 18-20, out of 15 Boys U17 premier teams competing! The Showcase was created as a way for the best players in the Northwest region and surrounding states to showcase their talents in front of college coaches; they do not crown champions, everyone plays four games. Well done B96-Johnson!
B01-A continues strong season!
January 21, 2014
Going undefeated last year in their U11 season as play-ups in U12 District 6, sweeping the Northwest Cup as U12’s, placing as finalists in the Baker Blast and winning fall season Division 2 play in their Regional Club League debut, SSC Shadow B01-A, coached by Niko Varlamos, will kick off their spring season in Division 1 RCL play! And over the Holiday break, six of these teammates swept the futsal Snowball Shootout at the HUB in dominant fashion. Congratulations and keep up the hard work, B01-A!
SSC Shadow congratulates G95-A, G96-A and G97-A on their spectacular play in Las Vegas March 21-23 at the Players Showcase 2014! G95-A, coached by Kevin Moon, went undefeated (4-0) and won the WCDA Diamond bracket. G96-A, coached by Kevin Moon and Jim Martinson, also went undefeated and took second in the WCDA Platinum bracket
An incredible honor was awarded last week to Alex Chambers (G97-A), Megan Nilsson (G97-A) and Maegan O’Neill (G96-A), who compete for the Idaho Girls 97 Olympic Development Program (ODP) team. Of the 18 players chosen from throughout the western U.S., all three were named to the Girls 97 US Youth Soccer Region IV First Team! Congratulations, Alex, Megan and Maegan!
