Syracuse Silver Knights
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| Full name |
Syracuse Silver Knights |
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| Nickname(s) |
Silver Knights |
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| Founded |
2010 |
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| Stadium |
Oncenter War Memorial Arena |
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| Ground Capacity |
6,195 |
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| Owner |
Tommy Tanner |
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| Head coach |
Tommy Tanner |
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| League |
Major Indoor Soccer League |
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| 2013-2014 |
1st MISL |
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| Website |
Club home page |
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 Current season |
The Syracuse Silver Knights are a professional indoor soccer team based in Syracuse, NY and play in the Major Indoor Soccer League.
History
Having formed in 2010 with the intention of playing in the new I-League (a United Soccer Leagues league set to begin play in 2011), the team moved to the MISL when the two struggling leagues merged. The team was rumored to be named the Syracuse Scorpions and revive the name of an old American Soccer League team. However, the name Silver Knights was announced at the team's inaugural press conference.[1]
The club is coached by President, Team Owner and Syracuse native Tommy Tanner.[2]
The club has signed former Syracuse Salty Dogs player Ryan Hall, among others. The team announced the signing of former Major League Soccer star Diego Serna on October 11, 2011.[3]
The Syracuse Silver Knights' first season of play began in 2011–12, when they joined the Major Indoor Soccer League as an expansion franchise. For their inaugural season, the Silver Knights played their home games at the Oncenter War Memorial Arena in downtown Syracuse.
The team finished third in the Eastern Division in 2012, having been eliminated from playoff contention when the Rochester Lancers beat the Wichita Wings on February 23, 2012.[4]
In 2013, the Silver Knight foundation was launched to help benefit kids in tough economic and social situations. The foundation hosts events throughout the year which helps raise money for these children. Many Silver Knights players, including reserve and U19 players, volunteer their time to help partake in the events.
Players
Current Roster
Updated November 24, 2013[5]&[6]
Note: Flags indicate national team as has been defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
| No. |
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Position |
Player
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| 1 |
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GK |
Rick Pflasterer
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| 3 |
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MF |
Antonio Manfut
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| 5 |
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DF |
Domenico Vitale
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| 7 |
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FW |
LJ Papaleo
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| 8 |
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FW |
Elmo Marques Neto
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| 9 |
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MF |
Vittorio Petrera
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| 11 |
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DF |
Nelson Santana
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| 12 |
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MF |
Angelo Reina
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| 13 |
 |
FW |
Božidar Jelovac |
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Development Squad
Note: Flags indicate national team as has been defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
| No. |
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Position |
Player
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| DEV |
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GK |
Darren Wynne
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| DEV |
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MF |
Brian "BK" Knapp
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| DEV |
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MF |
Rob Moskwa
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| DEV |
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MF |
Uriel Robledo
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| DEV |
 |
DF |
Christian Arrieta
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| DEV |
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MF |
Sam Archer
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| DEV |
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MF |
Anthony Meola |
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Syracuse Silver Knights U19
The Silver Knights also have a youth team. Local youth team CNY United was given permission by Tommy Tanner become "Syracuse Silver Knights U19". They are coached by Silver Knights assistant coach Joe Papaleo and Silver Knights first team player LJ Papaleo.[citation needed]
Current U19 Roster
Note: Flags indicate national team as has been defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
| No. |
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Position |
Player
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| 2 |
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MF |
James Bruska
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| 3 |
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MF |
Connor Netti
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| 4 |
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DF |
Ralph Romano
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| 5 |
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MF |
Thomas Reith
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| 6 |
|
MF |
Brendan Keeney
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| 7 |
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FW |
Matt Stedman
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| 8 |
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DF |
Vinnie Gomes
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| 9 |
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DF |
Jack Goodfellow
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| 10 |
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FW |
Bennett Coughlin
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| 11 |
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DF |
Jack Mayette
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| 12 |
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MF |
Alex Mirra |
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| No. |
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Position |
Player
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| 14 |
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MF |
Nate Sturgeon
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| 15 |
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MF |
Nai Mayen
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| 16 |
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GK |
Paul Daniels
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| 17 |
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GK |
Bior Achiek Ajak
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| 23 |
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DF |
Kyle Chapman
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| 24 |
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MF |
Alexander D'Antonio
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| 25 |
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DF |
James McGlynn
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| 27 |
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DF |
Barnes Werner
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| 32 |
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MF |
Ryan Croucher
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| 77 |
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MF |
Mung Za Sen
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| 99 |
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GK |
Jimmy Brady |
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U19 Reserve Players
Note: Flags indicate national team as has been defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
| No. |
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Position |
Player
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| RES |
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MF |
Michael Habtesion
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| RES |
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MF |
Yahiya Donzo |
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Year-by-Year
| Year |
League |
Logo |
Reg. Season |
Playoffs |
Attendance Average |
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| 2011-12 |
MISL III |
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3rd Eastern Division, 9-15 |
Did Not Qualify |
2,950 |
| 2012-13 |
MISL III |
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6th, 8-18 |
Did Not Qualify |
3,401 |
| 2013-14 |
MISL III |
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1st, 4-0 |
TBD |
TBD |
| Total |
21-33
Win % = .388% |
N/A
Win % = N/A |
3,176 |
Club Staff
- Head Coach: Tommy Tanner
- Ast. Coach: Joe Papaleo
- General Manager: Jon Ramin
- Group Ticket Sales Manager: Anthony Meola
- Statistician: Bennett Coughlin
- Vice President of Sales and Marketing: Allen LaVenture
References
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| | Overview | |
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| | Men's national teams | |
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| | Outdoor leagues | |
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| | Indoor leagues | |
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| | Cup competitions | |
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| | Men's college soccer | |
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| | Women's national teams | |
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| | Women's leagues | |
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| | Women's college soccer | |
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| | Defunct men's outdoor leagues | |
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| | Defunct men's indoor leagues | |
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| | Defunct women's competition | |
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