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Road to Recovery

But aside from the physical rehabilitation, the psychological component involved with recovery is just as crucial in getting players back on the pitch. When a player is sidelined, staying mentally in a competitive mindset and feeling part of the team while not training with the squad or being able to travel, can be just as difficult as the rest of their physical recovery. “The mental aspect is pretty exhausting to be honest,” said midfielder Adam Moffat, who is working his way back from a groin
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Unbearable Puns: Jokes Edition - June 2017

Our June edition of our Unbearable Pun series! Jokes by Evan Newton, Agustin Cazarez, Chris Christian and Tyler Blackwood Music: http://www.purple-planet.com ---- We're social! Connect with us: Website: http://www.sacrepublicfc.com Mailing List: http://www.sacrepublicfc.com/contact/... Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/SacRepublicFC Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/SacRepublicFC Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/SacRepublicFC Vine: https://vine.co/u/1043717256112418816
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Unsung Heroes

The bumps in the road for Republic FC Head Coach and Technical Director Paul Buckle and his squad, along with the start of their Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup campaign, has meant rotation in the starting XI and bench. Despite this, Barrera, Hall and Cazarez have been constants in the Republic FC squad this season, with Barrera and Hall playing every minute of Republic FC’s 11 matches so far this USL season, as of May 30. They are two of only four players who have started and played in every single US
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Team Behind the Team: Merchandise

Each matchday is a collaboration of efforts from several departments and many people at Sacramento Republic FC. Throughout the season we will be showing fans a behind-the-scenes look at what matchday looks like for various Republic FC front office members. Out of the entire Sacramento Republic FC Front Office, few departments have more face-to-face interaction with fans than the Merchandise team. The team is headed by Vice President of Merchandise Tim Stallings, but the day-to-day team is made
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Unbearable Puns: Pickup Line Edition - May 2017

The May edition of our new Unbearable Puns series. This month, we asked some of the guys to give us their best pickup lines. Music: http://www.purple-planet.com ---- We're social! Connect with us: Website: http://www.sacrepublicfc.com Mailing List: http://www.sacrepublicfc.com/contact/... Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/SacRepublicFC Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/SacRepublicFC Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/SacRepublicFC Vine: https://vine.co/u/1043717256112418816
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Road to Recovery

But aside from the physical rehabilitation, the psychological component involved with recovery is just as crucial in getting players back on the pitch. When a player is sidelined, staying mentally in a competitive mindset and feeling part of the team while not training with the squad or being able to travel, can be just as difficult as the rest of their physical recovery. “The mental aspect is pretty exhausting to be honest,” said midfielder Adam Moffat, who is working his way back from a groin
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Know Your Opponent: Portland Timbers 2

Sacramento Republic FC are home after a three-match road trip to the Midwest. The squad will be hoping to continue their good form at home as they host Portland Timbers 2. Republic FC are undefeated at home all-time against T2, while the visitors have not yet seen their first win this season. Ahead of the season opener, get to know Portland Timbers 2. Timbers 2 is led by Head Coach Andrew Gregor. This is Gregor’s second season in charge of T2, having taken over at the start of last season. The
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Republic FC Players Give Back to Community Through Glory Glory Sacramento Fund

While the monetary donations are the core component of the Glory Glory Sacramento Fund, Republic FC’s commitment to helping each chosen recipient beyond that by activating the club’s players, partners and fans is an additional resource to this community effort. The fund—which celebrates and elevates nonprofits that share the same indomitable spirit as our region—was announced on Thursday, April 21 at a press conference hosted at College Track in Oak Park. The fund provides individual grants up
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Republic FC Academy U-17/U-18 Team Making Their Mark in Northwest Division

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – While Sacramento Republic FC’s first team prepares for the upcoming 2016 USL season, Republic FC’s Academy teams are right in the middle of their own and making a strong statement in their first season. Although Republic FC Academy is in its inaugural year, as a part of the U.S. Soccer Development Academy, the program has already experienced a bit of success, both in conference play and individually, such as U-15/U-16 Academy goalkeeper Mason Finnell’s call-up to attend a U
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Se Anuncia el Calendario de la Copa América Centenario

El jueves pasado, las organizaciones CONCACAF y CONMEBOL y el comité organizador local del torneo anunciaron el calendario de la Copa América Centenario, la celebración del torneo internacional más antiguo del fútbol. Se llevarán a cabo 32 partidos entre 16 equipos nacionales estadounidenses, en 10 ciudades distintas. Esta va a ser la primera convocatoria del torneo que se lleva a cabo fuera de Sudamérica.
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Sacramento Republic FC Wrap Up First Open Tryout Session For 2016

While Halloween was an opportunity for countless individuals to dress as their favorite soccer player, athletes attending Sacramento Republic FC’s open tryouts looked to prove they had what it takes to be a professional soccer player, no costumes necessary. On Saturday and Sunday, Republic FC hosted this year’s first session of open tryouts presented by Western Health Advantage, with over 50 players looking to impress the Republic FC coaching staff. For the third consecutive year, Republic FC h