A record crowd of 2,931 fans witnessed the College of Charleston Cougars defeat the USC Gamecocks 3-2 in the season opener soccer match held at Patriots Point Sunday evening. I was able to concentrate on getting some shots in the first half while at the same time dodging both fans and security for being where I wasn’t supposed to be with my camera. I love a good challenge. By the way…is everyone aware there are two, yes TWO, Dutchies on the College of Charleston team this year? Sophomore goalie (#1) Kees Heemskerk and freshman defenseman (#6) Daan Brinkman both come to Charleston by way of the Ajax Youth Academy (and yes, I DO happen to be an Ajax fan, sorry all you Feyenoord people!) Hup Holland Hup! My Opa (grandfather) Wim Roetert was a striker for the Dutch National team in the 1920s. Anyway, here are some faves of the evening: .jpg "IMG_6468")
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