2014 D3 Season: National Perspective

[Brother Flounder]

I am saying that Brandt is history and maybe we can see how good McCarty is without the best players in the country. How will the team react to maybe a couple of losses? What will the morale be like and how will McCarty lead these young men after some losses.

Interesting that Brandt needs two years to figure out he wants D1 over the Messiah dynasty.  He will most likely fade into oblivion at an ACC school, if that is where he is going

Yes, the ACC is a giant leap.  There are many D3 players who can play for various D1 teams, however, schools in the ACC present a challenge.

[lastguyoffthebench]

Merry Christmas, boys!   Was hoping Santa would drop the d3soccer all American selections.     Maybe soon

[4231CenterBack]

Danny Brandt to Louisville

[Mr.Right]

Told Ya

[Brother Flounder]

Merry Christmas, boys!   Was hoping Santa would drop the d3soccer all American selections.     Maybe soon

Happy Holiday to you all!

[D3soccerwatcher]

After much speculation about who would get National POY, it goes to Jeremy Payne for the 2nd time in his Messiah Career. Probably the most deserving (in my opinion), I didn't think his award in 2012 was as warranted as only a sophomore but he definitely earned it this year.

Travis Vegter was my pick since the middle of the year. Congrats Jeremy Payne. I wonder how many people have won this award twice in their careers?!

*Jack Thompson didn't make 1st team All-Region, but I think many of us would agree he was the catalyst for the team. I'm nominating Thompson for d3boards.com men's soccer national player of the year!

Brian Ramirez wasn't too shabby either as far as a catalyst goes.....

Ramirez is a great player but a step slow

Mr.Right,

The Phila Union brought 30 college players of their choice to their invitation only Pro-Combine two weeks ago.  Just a few of those invited were D3 players (Ramirez was one of them).  I suppose they went out of their way to select the one player who is "a step slow" for D3.  Mr.Right...give me a break.  I know you think your opinion is always right and always above everyone else's...but I'm going with the Union's opinion on this one.  They obviously know something you don't.

Do your homework, research the data, understand the facts before you start dissing players and coaches...as you so love to do on this site.

[lastguyoffthebench]

D3SW,

Do you have links on those invited to the Union Combine?


Back to Messiah...

Losing almost the entire front 6, Robbins, and West... it will be interesting to see how McCarty schedules opponents for next season to prep for the NCAAs as the MACC should be theirs for the taking.   Does anyone from Messiah want to divulge where Messiah is going for the opening weekend this year?  Playing Oneonta St again early?  Do they still keep Dickinson and MSU?     

[D3soccerwatcher]

I don't have a list of players at the combine but do know that Ramirez was one of them and that the thoughts were that he showed well.

As for Messiah...you are quite correct...a lot of BIG shoes to fill across the mid and front. They certainly showed some promising young players this year. And Messiah seems to know how to develop and get the most out of their players. I'd also expect to see another strong recruiting class this year, which I believe Falconer has said is already complete.

Messiah didn't announce their Fall 2014 season until mid-May this year. So I am guessing the 2015 season is still under construction to some degree and would expect a similarly timed announcement next year.

[KnightFalcon]

I don't have a list of players at the combine but do know that Ramirez was one of them and that the thoughts were that he showed well.

As for Messiah...you are quite correct...a lot of BIG shoes to fill across the mid and front. They certainly showed some promising young players this year. And Messiah seems to know how to develop and get the most out of their players. I'd also expect to see another strong recruiting class this year, which I believe Falconer has said is already complete.

Messiah didn't announce their Fall 2014 season until mid-May this year. So I am guessing the 2015 season is still under construction to some degree and would expect a similarly timed announcement next year.

Their 2015 schedule is set and has been published internally. Looks somewhat similar to prior years although Montclaire and Dickinson drop off and Carnegie Mellon was added.

[D3soccerwatcher]

I don't have a list of players at the combine but do know that Ramirez was one of them and that the thoughts were that he showed well.

As for Messiah...you are quite correct...a lot of BIG shoes to fill across the mid and front. They certainly showed some promising young players this year. And Messiah seems to know how to develop and get the most out of their players. I'd also expect to see another strong recruiting class this year, which I believe Falconer has said is already complete.

Messiah didn't announce their Fall 2014 season until mid-May this year. So I am guessing the 2015 season is still under construction to some degree and would expect a similarly timed announcement next year.

Their 2015 schedule is set and has been published internally. Looks somewhat similar to prior years although Montclaire and Dickinson drop off and Carnegie Mellon was added.

Thanks KnightFalcon!!!  Just curious if there is any way to get a sneak peek at that schedule?

[Mr.Right]

After much speculation about who would get National POY, it goes to Jeremy Payne for the 2nd time in his Messiah Career. Probably the most deserving (in my opinion), I didn't think his award in 2012 was as warranted as only a sophomore but he definitely earned it this year.

Travis Vegter was my pick since the middle of the year. Congrats Jeremy Payne. I wonder how many people have won this award twice in their careers?!

*Jack Thompson didn't make 1st team All-Region, but I think many of us would agree he was the catalyst for the team. I'm nominating Thompson for d3boards.com men's soccer national player of the year!

Brian Ramirez wasn't too shabby either as far as a catalyst goes.....

Ramirez is a great player but a step slow

Mr.Right,

The Phila Union brought 30 college players of their choice to their invitation only Pro-Combine two weeks ago.  Just a few of those invited were D3 players (Ramirez was one of them).  I suppose they went out of their way to select the one player who is "a step slow" for D3.  Mr.Right...give me a break.  I know you think your opinion is always right and always above everyone else's...but I'm going with the Union's opinion on this one.  They obviously know something you don't.

Do your homework, research the data, understand the facts before you start dissing players and coaches...as you so love to do on this site.

I said Ramirez is a great player. One slight might be that he is not a speedster. If your "data" is telling you that Ramirez is blazing fast then you need to REBOOT. Take off your Messiah shaded glasses and learn even the best players have a weakness or two. It is not uncommon for MLS teams to invite local D3 players to their "invitation" only combine. Ramirez IS NOT A MLS PLAYER AND WILL NOT SEE A MINUTE OF 1ST TEAM ACTION. At best he is a reserve team player as he DOES NOT HAVE THE SPEED TO PLAY IN MLS. 

[PickettStreetParty]

After much speculation about who would get National POY, it goes to Jeremy Payne for the 2nd time in his Messiah Career. Probably the most deserving (in my opinion), I didn't think his award in 2012 was as warranted as only a sophomore but he definitely earned it this year.

Travis Vegter was my pick since the middle of the year. Congrats Jeremy Payne. I wonder how many people have won this award twice in their careers?!

*Jack Thompson didn't make 1st team All-Region, but I think many of us would agree he was the catalyst for the team. I'm nominating Thompson for d3boards.com men's soccer national player of the year!

Brian Ramirez wasn't too shabby either as far as a catalyst goes.....

Ramirez is a great player but a step slow

Mr.Right,

The Phila Union brought 30 college players of their choice to their invitation only Pro-Combine two weeks ago.  Just a few of those invited were D3 players (Ramirez was one of them).  I suppose they went out of their way to select the one player who is "a step slow" for D3.  Mr.Right...give me a break.  I know you think your opinion is always right and always above everyone else's...but I'm going with the Union's opinion on this one.  They obviously know something you don't.

Do your homework, research the data, understand the facts before you start dissing players and coaches...as you so love to do on this site.

I said Ramirez is a great player. One slight might be that he is not a speedster. If your "data" is telling you that Ramirez is blazing fast then you need to REBOOT. Take off your Messiah shaded glasses and learn even the best players have a weakness or two. It is not uncommon for MLS teams to invite local D3 players to their "invitation" only combine. Ramirez IS NOT A MLS PLAYER AND WILL NOT SEE A MINUTE OF 1ST TEAM ACTION. At best he is a reserve team player as he DOES NOT HAVE THE SPEED TO PLAY IN MLS. 

No doubt Ramirez and Thompson should have been A.A. first team selections. And I think Ramirez has the technical and play making ability to play in the MLS. Speed may be in issue but speed isnt as important as you would think playing in the middle. Harrison Shipp of the Chicago Fire was up for Rookie of the year and was a Herman Trophy finalist. I wouldnt say he has blazing speed.

I agree that Ramirez probably wont see a minute of MLS time but you never know. I think he was one of the top 8 players in Div III. Div III guys just dont get looks like others do so he really has to show something at the combine, which he is more than capable of doing.

[lastguyoffthebench]

Ramirez only played in 3 PDL games and had 2 assists.      Any reason why he didn't get more action?

http://www.uslpdl.com/teams/2014/42834755.html#STATS

[Mr.Right]

Sometimes it is job commitments or maybe a tweak of an injury. Who knows...

My favorite team is Real Boston Rams. Nice mix of D1 and D3 New England talent, Some serious skill on this side


Rashid-Williams
Zeiko-Berkshire School / Boston College
Sam Williams- Tufts
Machado- Providence College / REVS
Hoppenot-Tufs
Finklestein-Wheaton MA
Arboleda-Providence
Anderson-Babson grad
etc etc

[KnightFalcon]

Ramirez only played in 3 PDL games and had 2 assists.      Any reason why he didn't get more action?

http://www.uslpdl.com/teams/2014/42834755.html#STATS

Believe he had other commitments throughout the summer, such as a mission trip at the start of the season, that limited his availability