The Milwaukee Wave went into their annual New Year’s Eve game with a six game winning streak which the team looked to continue that against Wichita. Both teams played well, but in the end it was the Wave who came out on top with a 12-6 win. The Wave improved to 8-2 on the season.
The first quarter saw the Wave attempt plenty of shots and their attacking style finally paid off when Tenzin Rampa scored to give the Wave a 2-0 lead. Rampa’s goal would be the only one of the first quarter. In the second quarter both teams played stellar defense as neither scored until late, when Luan Oliveira continued his strong play to give the Wave a 4-0 lead heading into halftime.
The scoring started early in the third quarter as Wichita’s Frederico Moojen gave the Wings their first goal of the game, making it 4-2. Later in the third the Wings tied the game at four on a goal by Andrew Hoxie. Shortly after Luan Oliveira scored his second goal of the game to put the Wave up 6-4, which it would remain at heading into the final quarter.
Wichita tied the game minutes into the fourth period as Miguel Ferrer made it 6-6. The Wave answered as Jonathan Greenfield blasted a three-point goal making it 9-6. Israel Sesay scored the first goal of his professional indoor career giving the Wave a 12-6 advantage. Nick Vorberg shut out Wichita for the remainder of the game and the Wave claimed their seventh straight win.
The Wave’s next game is January 5th game is at 6 p.m at home against the Rochester Lancers. Tickets are available at www.milwaukeewave.com or by calling 414.224.9283.
Milwaukee Wave
The Milwaukee Wave professional indoor soccer team is the longest-running professional soccer team in the country. The Wave completed their 28th season by winning their sixth Major Indoor Soccer League championship. Their summer camp program is the largest team-operated program in the country. For more information about the Milwaukee Wave, visit milwaukeewave.com or call 414-224-9283.
MISL
USL acquired the Major Indoor Soccer League (MISL) in May, 2011 and began operating North America’s most storied and tradition-rich professional indoor soccer league for the 2011-12 season. The MISL represents the top level of professional indoor soccer in North America and currently consists of seven franchises. The league roster includes franchises in Baltimore, Kansas City, Milwaukee, Norfolk, Rochester, Syracuse and Wichita. MISL Public Relations - Jay Preble / Nicholas Murray / Seth Witkowicz - Tampa, FL - 813.963.3909 - Twitter: @MISLSoccer
United Soccer Leagues
The USL has become the largest organization of elite-level soccer leagues in North America by building on the vision, commitment, and passion of players, fans and investors. Now in its third decade of operation, USL continues to be a driving force in the growth of soccer in the United States, Canada and Caribbean. USL provides a clearly defined path for the progression of male and female soccer players beginning at the youth level (Super Y-League/Super-20 League), continuing through the amateur level (PDL/W-League) and up to the professional level, both outdoor and indoor (USL PRO/MISL). A platform for countless players to reach for their dreams each year, USL is devoted to developing the sport at the grassroots level in every community across the region.
