Week 10 Recap: Trophies, Titles & Playoffs Ahead
The regular season may be winding down, but the stakes just keep getting bigger. Week 10 brought a league title, a secured home playoff, and confirmation of an exciting semi-final showdown on the women’s side. In other words, Delaware Rising is officially in full trophy-chasing mode.
Let’s dive into the action!
Women’s Team: Eyes on the Playoffs
With no match again this past weekend due to the forfeit from Twinsburg United, the DRFC Women used the extra days to recharge and prep for what’s next.
And now we know:
The NOSL Playoff Semi-Final is officially set.
It’s a rematch from earlier in the season — and this time, everything is on the line. The Rising Women have been building to this moment, and they’ll be ready to bring it.
Men’s Team: Champions of the League
July 13 vs Mansfield Liederkranz – 4-1 Win
In their final regular season match, the DRFC Men did exactly what they’ve done all summer: handled business. A strong 90-minute effort in Mansfield saw the team lock down a 4-1 win, finishing at the top of the table and officially claiming the regular season league title.
This marks the first time in club history the men have finished #1 — and it couldn’t be more deserved.
Goals:
Aidan Shepardson opened things up, finishing confidently after a quick, clever assist from Lincoln Wallace.
Just 34 seconds after subbing on, Mubelele Mhango made an instant impact with a solo goal, turning defenders and burying a rocket into the corner.
Captain Landon Kuhn stepped up and calmly converted from the spot to make it three.
Late in the second half, Wallace capped off the scoring after a sharp connection with Kuhn, sealing the win and the crown.
Man of the Match: Captain Landon Kuhn — a composed penalty, an assist, and tireless leadership on both ends of the field. Fitting that he’d be the one to lead us into playoff territory.
It was the perfect ending to a statement season: trophies lifted, records broken, and now one more mission left: win the playoffs.
Looking Ahead: The Playoff Push Begins
Men’s NOSL Playoff Semi-Final:
📅 July 19
🆚 Ashland United
🕐 1:00 PM
🏟️ Buckeye Valley High School (Home)
The league title was step one. Now it’s time to defend the home turf and book a spot in the NOSL Final. Be there. Be loud. Be part of history.
Women’s NOSL Playoff Semi-Final:
📅 July 20
🆚 Ohio City SC
🕓 4:00 PM
🏟️ Benedictine High School (Away)
Revenge. Redemption. Resilience. All of it rolls into this playoff clash. Buckle up… this one’s going to be a battle.
We’re not done yet.
Delaware Rising is built for the big moments.
Up the Rising
