On Sunday, October 6th, the 2013 River Cup will be played at PPL Park and this is your opportunity to try out for the SoB FC team. Last years tryouts were VERY competitive and this year will prove to be no different. We've changed things up slightly, added a few twists and surprises, and made it an even better lead up to the big game.
Read MoreA brief summary of what was discussed at the first SoB / Union Joint Summit. The Summit was kicked off with an introduction of the Sobs of Ben board members. Fan Services VP Mike Quarino provided initial questions for John Hackworth and Nick Sakiewicz.
Read More“A Ginger in Dallas” or “Please Pass the Sunblock”
It’s hard to believe it has been 6 years. 6 years with Sons of Ben. 6 years of my life spent with all of you. 6 years of work, of great times, of pain, of unbelievably memorable moments. 6 years. And now? Now, my run comes to an end....sort of.
Read MoreBeginning Anew
Optimism for 2013, Stache Bash, Bigger/Better Tailgates, and more...
In just a few short days, our boys in blue will return to our home, PPL Park. And just as they will return, so shall we. Returning with a renewed focus and optimism that the doldrums that were our collective 2012 are long since passed.
Read MoreAs I take some time to reflect back over the last few months, I would like to take a moment to share with everyone what this group has meant to me personally over the past 6 years.
Read MoreBet you didn’t see that coming.
Two draft picks that surprised many, and the winding down of Freddy Adu’s tenure with Philadelphia Union — all in one day.
Since everyone wants to talk about it, here’s some reaction to the Union’s draft day to drive the conversation some more.
Read MoreAfter much anticipation, the 2013 Philadelphia Union schedule was released on Wednesday.
The Union open and close the season at home against Sporting Kansas City. Of the 17 home games, two will take place on a Wednesday, one each on a Sunday and Friday, with the remaining 13 falling on a Saturday.
Read MoreChester, PA – Philadelphia Union front office staff squared off against the Union’s supporters club the Son’s of Ben Sunday night at PPL Park for the 2nd Annual River Cup. The origin of the match started with the Sons of Ben asking to play on the pitch at PPL Park, it then turned into a challenge of supporters verses coaches and staff of the Union. Last year’s River Cup helped raise over $25,000 for local youth soccer club Chester City United. This year’s charity was the Philadelphia Union Foundation.
Read MoreLast week, the Philadelphia Union Foundation, MLS W.O.R.K.S., Chester Upland School District, Chester City United, Sons of Ben and KaBOOM! teamed up with local volunteers to build a new playground and small-sided soccer field in Chester.
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