D.C. United signed Sierra Leone native Ibrahim Koroma to a senior developmental contract, forward Thabiso Khumalo to a senior roster spot and defender Greg Janicki to a developmental contract, the Major League Soccer club announced on Friday.To make room on the roster for Koroma, United acquired an international roster spot from the Colorado Rapids 

Patrick Dangawaley with Leone Stars in China with the late Amadu Kargbo and Steven Bio

Respect is obtained through hard work, reciprocity and charm. And one man fits this bill—sometimes the truth gets in the way of a good story; however, when determining the good citizens of our country, the media would not do much without mentioning the person that has acquired enormous respect among the Sierra Leone community in the United States.  His motivational skills and levelheaded personality has proved him to be a clubhouse leader, and promisingly better public servant of Sierra Leone.

As the dust settled, the sizzled soccer tournament and cultural show ended, the President of the Sierra Stars Soccer Association, SSSA, Mr. Patrick Dangawallie has

Former Leone Stars Goalie Patrick Dangawallie.....Job well done

expressed his deepest appreciation to everyone who showed up on Saturday, August 2 in Arlington, Texas.The first compliment goes to the Sierra Leone Ambassador in the United States, His Excellency, Mr. Bockarie Stevens for his devotion to the national unity and progress. Ambassador Stevens has also demonstrated love and interest to his fellow Sierra Leoneans in the United States

Maryland 2008 Sierra Leone USA Soccer Champions

The annual soccer tournament of Sierra Leoneans in the United States has ended on Saturday at Arlington in Texas with the defending champion, the Maryland state emerged champions again after defeating Virginia in the finals by 5 goals to 4 in a post-game penalty shootout. Hundreds of people from across the United States swarmed into the soccer fields of Arlington

 

Back in the Days....Mohammed Jalloh with Sierra Fisheries Colleagues

Nothing matches the thrill and magnanimity of the Sierra Leone all stars annual soccer tournament in the United States as coach Mohamed Jalloh disclosed confidence and conviction that his team, Sierra Stars will glitter with big time victory celebration after clinching the 2008 championship in the Cow-boys soil of Texas on August 2.In a press release on July 4th holiday in the U.S, coach Mohamed Jalloh

The Runners Up Sierra Stars of Texas...gearing up for the Sierra Leone Tornament in August

Just two weeks after Sierra Stars emerged as the North Dallas Third Division League champions in Texas, the Liberian soccer team has denied Sierra Stars from repeating the same feat in their encounter for the Dallas Fort-Worth (DFW) International African Unity cup. The final match between the Sierra Leone soccer team, Sierra Stars, and the Liberian team was played at the University of Texas, Dallas (UTD) grounds.  The event was a multinational function that attracted thirteen African countries represented in Texas.

Coach Ahmed Kanu....has a heavy load to carry

Sierra Leone’s bid to qualify for the FIFA 2010 world Cup and CAF African Nations Cup suffered a setback when they lost away to lowly rated Equatorial Guinea 2-0 in Malabo. The presence of Leone Stars captain Mohamed Kallon and several foreign based players made no difference to a squad that lacks cohesion and needs more tactical discipline to compete in a qualifying group that feature African giants Nigeria and South Africa. A win in Malabo would have put Leone Stars in a vantage position with three points up when they host South Africa in Freetown  Saturday 8 June  2008.Now Leone Stars need to win all their home matches and secure a win away if going to South Africa is a priority. According to reports monitored from Malabo Leone Stars notwithstanding the injection of the fresh legs of Kei Kamara of San Jose Earthquakes and Gibrilla Woobay in the attack never posed any serious threats to the Equatorial Guinea defence. The burden is now on newly appointed Leone Stars Coach Ahmed Kanu to transform the talents at his disposal to a more formidable squad. Results of matches played this weekend are displayed below.

BBC World Service sports presenter, Farayi Mungazi, will accompany Togo and Arsenal striker, Emmanuel Adebayor on his tour of Ghana and Togo. Adebayor is embarking on what he calls a ‘journey of hope’ which will involve parading his 2007 BBC African Footballer of the Year trophy to bring inspiration and encouragement to young people. 

Chinese Nationals in Sierra Leone mached through Lumley Beach in Support of the Bejing Olympics

The Chinese Chamber of Commerce in Sierra Leone has organized a Seaside Walk for Beijing Olympics Saturday 10 May along Lumley Beach Freetown, demonstrating their love and approval for the hosting of this year’s Olympics in their country.  More than 100 Chinese businessmen including doctors, technicians and others in different sectors in Sierra Leone joined the walk waving red five-star Chinese National flags and five-circle Olympic flags. 

 Leone Stars of Massachusetts received an award for Uniting the Community by the Sierra Leone Cultural Organization at their annual dinner and dance to mark the Independent Celebration of Sierra Leone.

Theo Walcott......one of the few English player in the Gunners squad

How does globalization reshape wealth and opportunity around the world? Is it mainly a force for good, enabling poor nations to lift themselves up from poverty by taking part in global markets? Or does it create vast opportunities only for a small minority? To answer these questions, look no farther than soccer. Ever since European clubs loosened restrictions on the number of foreign players, the game has become truly global. African players, in particular, have become ubiquitous, supplementing the usual retinue of Brazilians and Argentines.

We hope everyone had a great holiday season and are ready for soccer to go outdoors once again. We are looking forward to the 2008 Sierra Leone Soccer tournament schedule to take place in Dallas, Texas on August 2nd 2008.

Micheal Essien....outstanding

Michael Essien is determined to help Chelsea to more trophies this season in a bid to make up for the disappointment of missing out on winning the African Nations Cup.Essien’s Ghana went out at the semi-final stage of the competition, but Chelsea managed to keep themselves in the hunt for glory on all four fronts while he was back home.His first game back with the Blues was in the 3-1 victory over Huddersfield in the FA Cup, and he followed it up by playing a defensive midfield role against Olympiacos in the Champions League last-16 stalemate in freezing Athens.And Essien believes the superb form of his teammates in the last two months has left Avram Grant’s side with a great chance of more silverware.."Read more about Michael Essein and other African players in the Premier League  by clicking on the link below.On behalf of Barclays Bank, global title sponsors of the Barclays Premier League, please open the link to view a new free media service. This service will keep you up to date on top flight English football and will be published weekly.