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Aztex Defeat Leones 2-0
Add another shutout to cement division lead
The Aztex U23s were victorious over the Houston Leones in their second meeting, scoring twice and keeping yet another clean sheet . The two teams played in Houston's Soccer World Center, their first meeting in that venue. Both Aztex goals were scored in the first half: a shot by Jamie Watson in the 21st minute, with an assist by Juan Carlos Vicens, and a penalty kick by Andres Cuero shortly before the end of the first half. Tempers flared in the second half, and a Leones player was ejected in the 59th minute. The Austin team, however, was unable to add further to the scoreline, which finished at 2-0. The Aztex remain solidly at the top of the Mid South Division table with 22 points. They are trailed most closely by the Laredo Heat, who have 18 points after their 3-0 win over Baton Rouge at home last night.
See also: USL match information
6/15/08
Aztex Play In Houston Saturday
Second meeting with Leones
The Austin Aztex U23s travel to Richmond this Saturday, June 14, to take on the Houston Leones (3-6-0) at Soccer World Center at 5:00 PM. The Aztex (6-1-1) will be looking to cement their lead at the top of the Mid South Division. This will be their second match with their fellow PDL expansion club, who they beat 2-0 in the season opener at Dragon Stadium on May 10.
The Leones play in their own Soccer World Center, one of the few soccer-specific stadiums in the PDL. Richmond is less than a three-hour drive from Austin, the closest road game the Aztex have. Hop on over and support your Austin Aztex!
6/13/08
Aztex Lose to Silverbacks in PKs
Atlanta squeaks by in intense, dramatic match
Before a record crowd of 1,731, the Austin Aztex U23s made an outstanding home stand tonight at Dragon Stadium, against a tough and determined Atlanta Silverbacks side. The final score was 2-2, with Atlanta progressing to the second round based on penalty kicks.
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Aztex U23s vs. Atlanta Silverbacks Tuesday at 7:30 PM
Undefeated at home, Austin looks to advance in Open Cup
 
Don’t miss the Aztex in their landmark first-season Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup debut! The Atlanta Silverbacks, of the USL-1 professional league, are coming to Dragon Stadium Tuesday, June 10 to play the Aztex U23s in the first round of this prestigious nationwide tournament.
While Austin has lost only once and given up only two goals in regular season play, Atlanta comes to town with a 3-3-3 record, in 7th place in their league. Their last two games consisted of a 1-0 win over the Carolina Railhawks and a 1-1 tie with the Puerto Rican Islanders, both at home.
Advancement in the tournament is on the line, as Open Cup games are single elimination. The second round pairings have already been drawn: the winner of this week’s match will play whoever comes out on top in the game between Florida teams Miami FC (USL-1) and Bradenton Academics (PDL).
Advance tickets are available online, or at the Dragon Stadium box office before the game.
Aztex Beat Patriots 2-0
U23s return to winning form to begin 3-game run
The Austin Aztex came out victorious over the visiting El Paso Patriots in a tough game Friday night at Dragon Stadium. The win keeps the Aztex solidly in first place in the Mid South Division. The team travels to Dallas to challenge the 4th-place Tornados Sunday night, just two days before they return to Dragon Stadium for Tuesday’s night’s big game against the Atlanta Silverbacks in the first round of the 2008 U.S. Open Cup.
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Aztex Romp to 4-0 Road Victory over DFW
The Aztex took the opportunity tonight to rest a few players ahead of their important U.S. Open Cup game on Tuesday evening, but still romped to a 4-0 win on the road in Dallas. Austin started the scoring in the 37th minute through Andres Cuero, but were unfortunate not to lead the Tornados by more than the one goal at the break, having had all the play in the first half.
In the second half the Aztex dominance paid dividends with Cuero adding a second goal, a blistering 25-yard strike in the 61st minute. Just three minutes later he completed his hat-trick, the first in club history. The game was well and truly wrapped up in the final few minutes when Beau Fraser made a decisive break before feeding Willy Guadarrama to slot home the Aztex’s fourth.
See also: official match information
6/8/08
El Paso Patriots to Play Aztex Friday Night
After a draw in their first match-up, U23s looking for win
The first-place Aztex U23s return home to host the El Paso Patriots on Friday, June 6 at 7:30 PM. The Aztex will be looking to return to their winning form, as they begin a 5-day, 3-game stretch that will include a trip to Dallas as well as next Tuesday’s U.S. Open Cup game against the Atlanta Silverbacks.
This game sponsored by Bush’s Chicken.
Aztex Fall to Brilla 2-0
U23s suffer first defeat of season in Mississippi
After recording shutouts in their first five games, the Austin Aztex suffered their first defeat of the season, losing 2-0 at the hands of the Mississippi Brilla Saturday night in Clinton, MS. The Aztex controlled the ball much of the game and outshot the Brilla 7 to 3 during a scoreless first half.
The Brilla finally found the back of the net on a header by Charles Hines that snuck just under the crossbar in the 51st minute. This ended the incredible run by our defense of 500 minutes without allowing a goal. The Brilla struck again in the 81st minute to secure a victory for the home team.
Despite the loss, the Aztex remain in first place in the division, leading second-place Houston by 4 points. The Aztex return to Austin for a home game Friday night with the hope of starting another undefeated streak against the El Paso Patriots.
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6/1/08
Aztex U23s travel to Mississippi Saturday
Seek to extend unbeaten streak to 6 games
The Austin Aztex travel to Longabaugh Field in Clinton, MS for their first contest with the Mississippi Brilla, Saturday at 6:00 PM EDT. The Brilla look to get back on track in the Midsouth Division and disrupt the Aztex’s early season success, while the Aztex hope to continue their undefeated and unscored upon run.
Gallardo Named to PDL Team of the Week Again
Goalkeeper recognized for goals against average of zero
USL today announced the PDL Team of the Week for the sixth week of the season, naming Austin Aztex U23's Miguel Gallardo as goalkeeper for the honorary team. Following five saves in a two shutout week, this marks the second time this season the Austin 'keeper has been commended in this fashion.
Aztex to Host Atlanta Silverbacks in U.S. Open Cup
First-round pairings announced today
Aztex FC are thrilled to announce that the opponent for the Aztex U23s in the first round of the 2008 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup will be the USL-1’s Atlanta Silverbacks. The match will be played here in Austin, in the Aztex’s own Dragon Stadium in Round Rock, at 7:30 PM on Tuesday, June 10th.
Gallardo Named to PDL Team of the Week Again
Goalkeeper recognized for goals against average of zero
USL today announced the PDL Team of the Week for the sixth week of the season, naming Austin Aztex U23's Miguel Gallardo as goalkeeper for the honorary team. Following five saves in a two shutout week, this marks the second time this season the Austin 'keeper has been commended in this fashion.
Aztex Edge New Orleans 1-0
Unbeaten and unscored-on streaks extended to five games
The Austin Aztex U23s continue their show of strength hot on the heels of winning a spot in the U.S. Open Cup. Tonight they added another opponent to their list of shutouts: the New Orleans Shell Shockers. On a very hot holiday-weekend afternoon, the Aztex didn’t let up the pressure on their visitors. The single goal came from a penalty kick in stoppage time, but Austin fully deserved the win, having spent the majority of the game attacking the Shell Shockers’ goal.
See also: USL match information
Aztex to Host New Orleans Shell Shockers
Busy weekend continues for both teams
The undefeated Austin Aztex U23s (3-0-1) host the New Orleans Shell Shockers (2-1-1) in their 3rd home game and 5th game of the season on Sunday, May 25 at 2:30 PM.
This will be the second game of the weekend for both teams: the Aztex had a 1-0 victory over the Laredo Heat Friday night, and New Orleans beat the DFW Tornados 2-1 that night as well.
This game sponsored by britgolf.
Aztex Qualify for U.S. Open Cup
Mississippi Brilla loss clinches spot for Austin
The Aztex U23s have officially qualified for the 2008 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup! There was a possibility that the Mississippi Brilla would overtake the Aztex’s impressive season-opening record, but that chance slipped away tonight in Houston, as the Leones handed Brilla a 3-0 defeat. That leaves the Aztex atop the PDL’s Mid South Division for the first 4 games, and qualified to represent the division in the Cup tournament.
The draw for the first round match-ups will be held Tuesday, May 27. At that time, we will know who the Aztex’s first-round opponent will be. MLS teams don’t participate in the first round, so it will be a USL-1, USL-2 or USASA team.
Congratulations to the entire Aztex organization, especially the players & coaches, for an amazing start to this inaugural season!
Aztex Shut Out Laredo Heat, 1-0
Only 2-game sweep by MS Brilla can derail U.S. Open Cup qualification
The Austin Aztex U23s remain undefeated and unscored upon through the first four games of the 2008 season, as they defeated the defending champions of the PDL, the Laredo Heat, 1-0, tonight in Laredo. The win puts the Aztex in solid command of the Mid South Division and puts them two days away from qualifying for one of the PDL’s eight spots in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup.
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Aztex U23s to Challenge Laredo Heat
Game will decide U.S. Open Cup qualification
The Aztex U23s travel to Laredo to challenge the Heat in a high-stakes match tonight. The team is in the driver’s seat of the division early in the season: if they beat the Heat in Laredo, they will find themselves atop the division, and likely one of the eight PDL qualifiers for the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup. Should they lose, they may yield both of those spots to either Laredo or Mississippi.
U.S. Open Cup Qualifying Showdown This Weekend
Aztex U23s to play must-win game in Laredo Friday night
The first four games of the 2008 PDL season are serving double duty as qualifying games for the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, the oldest cup competition in United States soccer, and among the oldest in the world. Only one of the PDL’s 8 slots will be filled by a team from the Aztex’s Mid South Division, and that team will be decided this weekend.
Aztex Beat Tornados 3-0
Undefeated, with 3 clean sheets in first 3 games
The Austin Aztex have kept the surprises coming early in their inaugural 2008 PDL season with a 3-0 win over the DFW Tornados Saturday night at Dragon Stadium in Round Rock. The win places the Aztex in 2nd place in the Mid South Division, 1 point behind the El Paso Patriots who have played two more games. It also keeps the Aztex in a strong position to qualify for a place in the prestigious Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup.
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DFW Tornados Coming Saturday
U23s 2nd home game also U.S. Open Cup qualifier
The Aztex play their second home game this Saturday, May 17 at Dragon Stadium in Round Rock. The Aztex U23s (1-0-1) take on the DFW Tornados (0-0-0) at 7:30 PM.
Dallas-Fort Worth will have played their first game of the season the night before, traveling to south Texas for a match with the Laredo Heat.
This game sponsored by NeuroSensory Centers of America.
Beto Papandrea Named to PDL Team of the Week
Aztex players honored 2 weeks in a row
Following the naming of goalkeeper Miguel Gallardo to last week’s PDL Team of the Week, defender Beto Papandrea was named to this week’s honorary team. Beto was recognized for anchoring an Aztex defense that’s registered two consecutive shutouts. See the full story on USLSoccer.com.
5/14/08
U23s Beat Houston Leones 2-0
First game at Dragon Stadium a great success
The Austin Aztex took their first steps into the USL at home Saturday night as the U23 PDL team shutout the Houston Leones by a score of 2-0. There were 1,500 fans in attendance at Dragon Stadium in Round Rock on a hot, spring night to watch the matchup. The game was characterized by the emerging strength of the Aztex attack, and gave the team a good start to qualify for the U.S. Open Cup.
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Aztex to Host Houston Leones In Home Opener
Mid South's other expansion team coming to Dragon Stadium
The Aztex U23s play the season’s first home game this Saturday, May 10 at Round Rock High School’s Dragon Stadium in Round Rock, TX. Two of the PDL’s newest teams, both undefeated, will clash at 7:30 PM as the Aztex U23s (0-0-1) take on the Houston Leones (1-0-0).
This game sponsored by The Sleep Shop.
Miguel Gallardo Named to PDL Team of the Week
Aztex U23 goalkeeper recognized for effort in opener
United Soccer Leagues announced today the USL Premier Development League Team of the Week for the third week of the USL season, naming Austin Aztex's goalkeeper Miguel Gallardo among the honorees. Also listed was Eric Dominguez of the Houston Leones, who will be playing Austin in their home opener this Saturday.
Aztex U23s Tie El Paso Patriots 0-0
Getting a point on the road in Open Cup qualifier
The Austin Aztex U23s opened their first season of play by earning a point on the road, fighting for a 0-0 draw with the El Paso Patriots in El Paso Saturday night. A crowd of 789 was on hand to see the match, which also served as the first of four qualifying games in the 2008 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup.
U23s To Open 2008 Season In El Paso
First-ever Austin Aztex match to be played against El Paso Patriots
The Austin Aztex play their first official game of the 2008 PDL season Saturday in El Paso. Their opponents will be the formidable El Paso Patriots, the 2nd place team in the Mid South Division last year. The Patriots’ website has this to say about the opening of the season:
New head coach and Director of Soccer Miguel Murillo will bring an attacking style of soccer to Patriot Stadium for the Pats’ fifth campaign in the Premier Development League. A mix of new faces and familiar names fills out the 2008 roster, but the aim is the same — a return to the top of the table in the Mid-South and a PDL title.
Murillo is a 16-year veteran of the Mexican League where he played for First Division giants Cruz Azul and America, and has a FIFA “A” coaching license. Murillo’s mix of incoming collegiate talent like Ben Everson of West Texas A&M and longtime Patriots like Omar Mora should give the coach plenty of options on the attack, while middle defender Hugo Sámano returns to anchor the back line.
Kick-off time is 8:30 CT. Aztex fans not making the 8-hour drive to El Paso can watch video of the game on the Patriots’ website, www.elpaso-patriots.com. There are also plans for a group of independent supporters to host a watching party, open to all, at Mother Egan's Pub (715 W. 6th St.).
5/2/08
U23s Lose to Trinity University 1-0
Preseason winning streak comes to end
The Austin Aztex played their first game away from home, traveling to San Antonio to take on the Trinity University Tigers. The NCAA Div. III powerhouse had the majority of the play in the first half and was deservedly ahead at half-time 1-0. The Aztex tried to make a comeback in the second half, but was limited by a well organized Trinity University side. The Austin team was able to contain the Tiger offense, however, for a final score of 1-0.
This was the last pre-season game for the Aztex, and their first defeat. The team leaves for their first game of the 2008 PDL season Friday morning, as they travel to challenge conference rivals El Paso Patriots Saturday night.
4/29/08
U23s Get 5-0 Win Over Texas A&M
Team undefeated in preseason play
The Aztex U23s continued their strong preseason form Saturday at Stassney Road field, decisively routing Texas A&M 5-0.
Kevin Klaus opened the scoring in the 18th minute, and a Marcel Uriarte goal in the 25th put the Aztex up 2-0. Another Klaus effort in the 43rd minute put the Aztex in complete control going into halftime.
During the second half, newcomer Willy Guardarrama fired 2 past the A&M keeper, bringing the final scoreline to 5-0.
Aztex Announce U23 Roster
Strong squad features international experience
The Aztex today announced its U23 team roster, which has a strong international character, close ties to the Austin community and a wealth of soccer experience both here and abroad.
U23s Defeat Millenium Select Eleven 2-1
Winning streak extended to two
On Saturday evening the Aztex won their second straight scrimmage game 2-1 over a Millennium Select Eleven team. The Raiders put in a good performance, taking an early lead from the penalty spot, but the Aztex team came back strongly, winning the game with two goals from Marcel Uriarte and Robin Martinez.
Aztex U23s Beat St. Edwards 2-1
New team off to a winning start
The Austin Aztex played their first scrimmage game Sunday night at the Lake Travis Field of Dreams. The Aztex secured a 2-1 win in a hard fought match against a strong St. Edwards University team. A header from Marcel Uriarte in the first half and a Carlos Vicens penalty in the second half sealed the win for the Aztex. The Aztex have three more preseason scrimmage games before their U23 season opener on the road at El Paso on May 3rd.
4/15/08
Upcoming Scrimmages & Player Announcements
The U23 team will be playing a series of private scrimmages -- against area college and club teams -- over the next few weeks. These will allow the coaches to continue working with the players and assess them fully before finalizing the 2008 season roster. The full U23 roster will be announced at a Player Presentation media conference, to be held on April 24th.
Stay tuned: results of all the scrimmages and details of the Player Presentation event will be posted here on the website.
U 23 Team Tryouts a Great Success
180 Players Participate in 2nd Round
This past weekend saw the second Aztex tryout held at St. Edwards University. Once again we were blessed with fabulous Austin weather and an incredible turnout. We had over 180 players come along to display their skills before the Aztex coaches. All the fields were buzzing with games between the aspiring players and the coaches had the difficult task of cutting the talent pool down to around 40 players who were invited back for further playing time on Sunday.
After much consideration and discussion between the coaching staff the Aztex signed the first six players to the U 23 Roster!! More details of the signings to follow.
We would like to thank all players who came out over the past two weekends to tryout. The commitment, attitude and work rate at the event was first class and our coaches identified several young players who they will be watching closely over the next twelve months. Thanks again from all the Aztex coaches and management.
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Interview with New Aztex U23 Head Coach
Wolfgang Suhnholz talks about tryouts, building a team and players
With the Austin Aztex U23 tryouts scheduled for March, we wanted to get some input from new U23 Coach Wolfgang Suhnholz about the upcoming season, tryouts and his aspirations for the team.
USL-PDL Influences Converge
Highly Competitive Season Coming for Aztex U23
The 2008 season in the USL’s Premier Development League Mid South Division promises to be the most challenging and exciting ever.
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