Week 7 Recap: Storms and Statements
Week 7 brought the full spectrum — rain delays, road wins, high-scoring performances, and a ticket punched to the League Cup Final. Both squads were on the move all week, and whether it was battling the weather or lighting up the scoreboard, Delaware Rising FC once again proved they’re built for the long haul.
Women’s Team: Halftime Hustle and a Road Reset
June 18 @ Mansfield Liederkranz – 2-0 Win
Sometimes it only takes a half to make a statement. The DRFC women hosted Mansfield for a midweek showdown that was ultimately called at halftime due to intense wind and rain, but not before Rising did what they came to do: take the lead and take the points.
Goals:
Lindsey Castillo, assisted by Lindsey Whitmore
Rileigh Glassburn, assisted by Kindall Duke
Player of the Match: Rileigh Glassburn, who led the front line with energy and precision in tough conditions.
From the opening whistle, Delaware looked sharp and composed. The passing was crisp, the press was aggressive, and both goals came from well-worked sequences. Though the storm cut the match short, the Rising women made the most of every minute, proving once again they can take care of business no matter the circumstances.
June 21 @ Süsserfuss Ballverein – 1-6 Loss
After a strong showing earlier in the week, Rising met a red-hot Süsserfuss side on the road. Despite early flashes of attack, Delaware fell behind and was unable to recover.
Goal:
Alexis Ivory, assisted by Lindsey Castillo
It was a tough night, but also a reality check against a clinical and physical team. The effort never dipped — even late into the match, the women kept pushing — but the final ball didn’t fall their way, and Süsserfuss capitalized on their chances. These are the kinds of matches that sharpen teams over the long haul. Expect a response.
Men’s Team: Cup Final Bound and Statement Victory
June 17 @ Akron United – 4-1 Win (League Cup Semi-Final)
The Rising Men stepped into a big moment on the road and didn’t blink. Delaware booked their place in the League Cup Final with a composed and confident performance against a tough Akron United side.
Goals:
Ryan Miller, assisted by Keegan White
Landon Kuhn, assisted by Mason Morris
Mubelele Mhango, assisted by Chewy Koo
Kyle Querry, assisted by Brent Rader
Player of the Match: Captain Landon Kuhn, who continues to set the tone week after week.
Delaware managed the match brilliantly — cool under pressure, lethal in transition, and solid at the back. The squad looked dialed in from kickoff and showed the maturity of a team with silverware in sight. One more win stands between them and lifting the League Cup.
June 22 @ Twinsburg United – 8-0 Win
Just five days later, the Rising Men returned to league action and did it in style. A complete performance saw the team fire on all cylinders from start to finish.
Goals:
Landon Kuhn, assisted by Austin Young
Kyle Querry (unassisted)
Mubelele Mhango, assisted by Landon Kuhn
Lincoln Wallace assisted by Mhango
Joe Roberts, assisted by Eli Traber
Nino Stassi, assisted by Landon Kuhn
Austin Young, assisted by Landon Kuhn
Lincoln Wallace assisted by Mason Morris
From start to finish, it was total control. The defense stayed organized, the midfield dictated tempo, and the attack showed both creativity and killer instinct. It was a statement win, not just about skill, but about chemistry and confidence heading into a critical part of the season.
Looking Ahead: Doubleheader Weekend at Home
⚽ Next Up for the Women
📆 June 29
🆚 @ Mansfield Liederkranz
🕑 2:00 PM
Back on the road against a familiar opponent, the Rising Women look to repeat the result from earlier this week — this time over a full 90 minutes. Expect fire from the kickoff.
🟦 Next Up for the Men
📆 June 28
🕐 1:00 PM
🆚 vs. Ohio City SC
📆 June 29
🕔 5:00 PM
🆚 vs. Süsserfuss Ballverein
📍 Both matches at Buckeye Valley High School
Two massive opportunities to take more points at home — and keep league momentum rolling.
Week after week, this club is growing… in form, in fight, and in community. Whether it’s a short half, a stormy night, or a road trip to the finals, Delaware Rising FC continues to rise.
Come out. Be loud. Wear blue. And as always…
Up. The. Rising.
