IRMO, S.C. – The Dutch Fork Men’s Soccer Program recently paid tribute to Chris Witte, one of the team’s original captains from its inaugural 1993 season. Witte, a standout goalkeeper, leader, and teammate, left a lasting impact on the program that continues to be celebrated today. As the starting goalkeeperContinue Reading
Donovan Fontana and David Issa, both hailing from Columbia, have been named to the Bob Jones University (BJU) Bruins men’s soccer team roster for the 2024-25 academic year. Fontana is a freshman majoring in Business Administration, while Issa is also a freshman, pursuing a degree in Sport Management. Head CoachContinue Reading
The storybook ending to a legendary head coaching career was not to be for Phil Savitz. River Bluff”s quest to win a final state title for the Palmetto State’s winningest boys soccer head coach ended short of its goal. The Gators were defeated on penalty kicks by Stratford in theContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. The “farewell tour” for retiring River Bluff boys soccer coach Phil Savitz provided another moment of recognition. On Thursday, he was presented with the Order of the Silver Crescent. This esteemed honor, established by former Gov. John C. West in 1971, recognizes Savitz’s contributions and dedicatedContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. If the results of this past week’s Capital City Classic are any indication, it looks like a special season ahead for Dutch Fork boys’ soccer. The Silver Foxes’ 8-0 shutout over Lugoff-Elgin in the Silver Division final played Sunday at Gray Collegiate Academy was a punctuationContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant Jr. Region 4-5A is considered among the most competitive in South Carolina high school soccer. Not surprisingly, the preseason rankings for the South Carolina High School Soccer Coaches Association prominently include those teams both in boys and girls. River Bluff and Chapin are ranked third and fifth,Continue Reading
Calling all Irmo High School soccer alumni, family, and friends! Get ready for a nostalgic and thrilling afternoon as the 45th annual Irmo High School Soccer alumni game takes center stage at the Irmo stadium on December 23 at 2:30 pm. This time-honored tradition promises an opportunity for former soccerContinue Reading
In a career spanning an impressive 44 years, Phil Savitz, the Men’s Head Soccer Coach at River Bluff High School, has announced his retirement at the conclusion of this season. After an exceptional 33-year tenure at Irmo High School and the last 11 years at River Bluff, Coach Savitz leavesContinue Reading
By CT McDonald While Chapin’s varsity boys soccer team prepares for the 5A state finals this week, other local area teams have also advanced through their respective postseason tournaments. The Eagles recorded two shutouts in the run-up to this week’s semifinal round, and then won that on Monday to advanceContinue Reading