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#PGHSOCCER Films – Hounds Get Leg Up In Keystone Derby

On Saturday, the Pittsburgh Riverhounds defeated the Harrisburg City Islanders 1-0 in the first of three games played between inter-state rivals in 2017.
Thanks to the video work of Nick Milliron, we’ve captured the sights, sounds and excitement of the Riverhounds Keystone Derby win in the fourth edition of our Pittsburgh Soccer Film series.
Footage includes interviews with Steel Army member Dan Yost, and post game remarks from Pittsburgh’s heroes for the evening — Corey Hertzog and Kevin Kerr.  
 

 

For complete game recap — here’s our game report.

 

The Hounds face a quick turnaround, as they next welcome Toronto FC II (1-2-3) at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 3.
 

Lineups:
Riverhounds – Trey Mitchell – Taylor Washington, Jamal Jack, Joe Greenspan, Rich Balchan (Kenroy Howell 63’)– Victor Souto, Abuchi Obinwa (Stephen Okai 57’), Marshall Hollingsworth, Jack Thompson – Kevin Kerr, Corey Hertzog
Subs not used: Keasel Broome, Gale Agbossoumonde, Ritchie Duffie, Michael Green, Kay Banjo
Harrisburg City Islanders – Brandon Miller – James Thomas, Tiago Calvano, Lee Nishanian, Abass Mohammed – Rasheed Olabiyi, John Grosh (Cardel Benbow 78’), Mouhamed Dabo, Jonathan Mendoza – Aaron Wheeler (Ropapa Mensah 30’), Manolo Sanchez (Mike Olla 84’)
Subs not used: Nick Noble, Jake Bond, Pedro Ribeiro, Paul Wilson
Scoring Summary:
PGH – Corey Hertzog 75’ (Kevin Kerr)
Misconduct Summary:
Abass Mohammed 40’ (caution)
Joe Greenspan 45’+ (caution)
Rasheed Olabiyi 45’+ (caution)
Abass Mohammed 52’ (caution + red card)
Taylor Washington 58’ (caution)
Kenroy Howell 72’ (caution)
Tiago Calvano 84’ (caution)
Brandon Miller 90’+ (red card)

John Krysinsky has covered soccer and other sports for many years for various publications and media outlets. He is also author of 'Miracle on the Mon' -- a book about the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC, which chronicles the club, particularly the early years of Highmark Stadium with the narrative leading up to and centered around a remarkable match that helped provide a spark for the franchise. John has covered sports for Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, DK Pittsburgh Sports, Pittsburgh Sports Report, has served as color commentator on Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC broadcasts, and worked with OPTA Stats and broadcast teams for US Open Cup and International Champions Cup matches held in the US. Krysinsky also served as the Head Men’s Soccer Coach at his alma mater, Point Park University, where he led the Pioneers to the first-ever winning seasons and playoff berths (1996-98); head coach of North Catholic boys (2007-08), associate head coach of Shady Side Academy boys (2009-2014).

Glory on the Grass

Riverhounds MF Kenardo Forbes

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