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Forward makes stunning debut for FC Naples

1 week ago | naplespress.com | Randy Kambic

Sports Weiss scores twice in first pro start For the teams’ third meeting this season, last Saturday, no one would have excused the visiting Chattanooga Red Wolves for feeling they were familiar enough with what FC Naples would bring to the pitch. But they didn’t count on having a new force to contend with.
Three goals a charm

2 weeks ago | naplespress.com | Randy Kambic

Sports FC Naples adapts and wins After enduring two tough losses on the road, FC Naples hoped to get back to its winning ways at the Paradise Coast Sports Complex on May 25 against Union Omaha. Its efforts would be without leading scorer Karsen Henderlong, who was serving a one-game suspension after being issued a red card near the end of the previous match.
Thinking man’s goalkeeper

3 weeks ago | naplespress.com | Randy Kambic

Sports Delgado does more than make saves If there were a dictionary covering local sports, the name Edward “Lalo” Delgado would be associated with the term “value added.” He’s the last line of defense as a goalkeeper for FC Naples to the tune of six shutouts overall so far this season. Yet, his contributions extend far beyond the diving and leaping saves that fans cheer about at Paradise Coast Sports Complex.
A new boat with a new view

1 month ago | naplespress.com | Randy Kambic

Local News AWE increases awe of area waters There’s a lot more that goes on at All Water Excursions, in North Naples, than meets the eye.
Past heroes in Collier skies

1 month ago | naplespress.com | Randy Kambic

Local News Timely reflection on World War II training Naples Airport was originally created to help protect the country. With Memorial Day approaching (May 26), a poignant period of local history to learn more about is what took place at the present-day airport site and in our region during World War II.
Back on track - The Naples Press

1 month ago | naplespress.com | Randy Kambic

Sports FC Naples nips Charleston to end skid Topping a high-quality opponent at home to reverse a two-game losing streak — while debuting in a prestigious tournament — was one positive takeaway from FC Naples’ return to action Saturday. Another was the evolving chemistry between players of the new team that portends well for the rest of the season.
FC Naples endures first league defeat

2 months ago | naplespress.com | Randy Kambic

Sports “We came out flat. When you are down a goal, it can be hard to come back.” After what transpired less than 72 hours earlier, a physical and mental letdown was certainly possible when FC Naples faced One Knoxville on Saturday evening at the Paradise Coast Sports Complex.
Unbeaten FC Naples nips Richmond, 2-1

2 months ago | naplespress.com | Randy Kambic

Local News USL LEAGUE ONE In a showdown between the top two teams in USL League One, FC Naples remained unbeaten by topping the Richmond Kickers 2-1 on April 12 at the Paradise Coast Sports Complex.
Still on top - The Naples Press

2 months ago | naplespress.com | Randy Kambic

Sports Another tie for FC Naples; team remains undefeated FC Naples wasn’t victorious in its third home game, playing Portland Hearts of Pine to a scoreless draw last Saturday evening at the Paradise Coast Sports Complex. But there were plenty of positives that came out of the match.
FC Naples notches first win

Mar 21, 2025 | naplespress.com | Randy Kambic

Sports Henderlong scores twice in dominant performance How each of them came about was vastly different, but the results were the same. The fact that forward Karsen Henderlong preferred the second of his two goals that propelled FC Naples to its first-ever victory — 2-0 against visiting Forward Madison on March 15 at the Paradise Coast Sports Complex — spoke volumes for the home side’s teamwork mindset.