Myrtle Beach FC signs former MLS player as Head Coach

Myrtle Beach Hyundai joins the Mutiny!

Myrtle Beach FC continues to add big names to its supporting ranks, showing solid corporate support behind soccer on the Grand Strand. Myrtle Beach Hyundai is behind the Mutiny while they lead the charge into season 1. Coach Thunder and MBFC will appear on several commercials and pre taped car shows for Hyundai. "We're excited to partner with Myrtle Beach Hyundai and we appreciate their support. Us getting a chance to be in front of viewers will be big, our name needs to continue to grow. The fans are here on the Grand Strand, and we provide a lot of fun and entertaining soccer - we have the names from coach, goalkeeper and field - now it's time for fans to hear about us and come out to show support. Worldwide Hyundai is known as major soccer supporter, sponsoring the FIFA World Cup and se…

Sigma Player of the Game, Brock Duckworth

Myrtle Beach FC's first Sigma Sport Player of the Game heart rate monitor/sport watch award winner - Goalkeeper Brock Duckworth, is now the NPSL Player of the Week for his shut out performance, leadership and diving penalty kick save Vs. Rocket City United. #17 Duckworth had the fans on his side at Doug Shaw Memorial stadium as he handled the threats on his goal like a pro. Brock who wore Storelli gloves throughout the preseason wore them again Saturday night and they served the big keepers hands well. Brock posted his first shutout in the NPSL for 2012 and leads the team into Jacksonville, Florida May 19th to take on the defending NPSL Champions - Jacksonville United. Photo copyright of Chuck Silvey http://npsl.info/home/623827.html…

The Mutiny wins season opener!

Opening night is an iconic event in sports, no matter which sport it is, the electricity, suspense, excitement and jitters are in the air. Myrtle Beach FC opening night didn't disappoint. The national anthem was sang amazingly by Jessica Marshall before The Mutiny's first NPSL regular season home game kicked off at 8pm to a rowdy family friendly crowd who was in the game every step of the way. MBFC's Shoreline Brass Band and a pair of Mutiny dancers entertained the crowd and raised the excitement level of an already pumped atmosphere. MBFC clearly had the advantage on the fast pitch taking it to Rocket City early. Omar Farih sent one over the goal, and then sent one to Max 'the Mooch' Weston who nearly finished the ball into goal. If this was boxing, Alabama's Rocket City was on the…

MBFC vs Rocket City United, May 5th

We welcome you to join the Mutiny Crew on Saturday, May 5th at Doug Shaw Memorial Stadium. Kick-off is at 8pm, gates open at 7pm. Rocket City United is based in Huntsville, Alabama and was founded in 2007. Team facts: Full name Rocket City United Founded 2007 Stadium Madison City Schools Stadium (Capacity: 5,000) Owner Andy Zorovich Head Coach Gerry Cleary Colors Red, black, white Honors 2009, NPSL Southeast Division Champions Website www.rocketcityunited.com…

Jamal Geathers and Omar Farih joins the Mutiny Crew!

The big names continue to find their way to the Grand Strand to play for a Coach Thunder led Mutiny crew. Jamal Geathers the winger who scored the game winning goal to win the State championship in High School, and Clayton State University All-American and South Carolina Gamecock standout has signed for the Mutiny! The 6'0" winger will be moving to the back of Coach Thunder's defense. "I'm defensive minded, but attacking crazy. Jamal and team Captain Ben Allen give us some fire power from the back to make some runs" Myrtle Beach FC's leader stated. Jamal played in Turkey for Manisa Belediyespor and has had trials at several clubs overseas. The 24 year old South Carolina stand out played his first game in the MBFC hummel kits in late April for the Mutiny making some amazing runs, dashing in…

Storelli presents:

Myrtle Beach FC saw 14 Goalkeepers from January 26 until April 24th, now they are set with a trio that could rival any team in the NPSL. Storelli the top worldwide Goalkeeping gear provider for Myrtle Beach FC is proud to present the 3 Goalkeepers that will keep the ship right for the Mutiny in 2012. First up: Brock Duckworth who started 18 games for Wilmington Hammerheads of the USL-Pro including 3 shutouts, and a player Hammerheads Coach David Irving referred to in an article as one of the top 2 losses from the 2011 team. Brock came to the Hammerheads after a successful career at UNC-W, jumping right into the starting role in Wilmington. “Brock became a free agent at the end of the season and we’ve been working on getting him to come down to Myrtle Beach ever since. Devan Carroll and…

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Myrtle Beach FC signs former MLS player as Head Coach

POlalere3-1 Myrtle Beach FC announces the signing of former New England Revolution striker, and the 1st player to be inducted into the Charleston Battery (of the USL) Hall of Fame Patrick 'Thunder' Olalere.
Myrtle Beach FC's season starts May 2012, but there is plenty of work to be done. Including lining up sponsors and a pair of try outs set for January, and a final try out in February. Several candidates were interviewed to be the Head Coach of Myrtle Beach FC, Trym Hogner said of the interviews "Patrick's tactical knowledge and scouting ability, put him above the pack. Patrick came to us highly recommended and after meeting him we KNEW he was the perfect fit! Being the Head Coach of Myrtle Beach FC is a great opportunity for Patrick. This is a prestigious position - and this puts Patrick on a Grand Stage to showcase his tremendous coaching ability."

Patrick Olalere was born in Lagos, Nigeria and went to college at Carson-Newman in Tennessee.

Olalere was selected to the Nigerian national Team in 1990 and he was a two-time All-American at Carson Newman college.

Patrick played on the Charleston Battery's 1996 championship team, where he led the team in total points with 27 goals and 6 assists, That year his 27 goals in regular season was tops in the USISL Pro League, before being drafted to the New England Revolution.

"I am both humbled and honored for the opportunity to be the first head coach of THE Myrtle Beach FC. I'm excited to lead our club on and off the field to maximum success." Patrick said of the opportunity, he continued "We will take one game at a time to achieve the winning results. We are looking forward to a great season and first year."

Myrtle Beach FC recently announced the opening of their office at Physicians Weight Loss Center in Myrtle Beach, and have been at work scouting players, and discussing sponsorship opportunities with local and national businesses.