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Hartford, CT (April 16, 2019) — Hartford Athletic announced today that Stanley Black & Decker will join as a Founding Partner of Connecticut’s new professional soccer team. The partnership features the Stanley Black & Decker logo displayed prominently on the back of Hartford Athletic’s home and away jerseys with partnership programs focusing on impactful community initiatives. 

“As we march toward our first home match on May 4, Hartford Athletic is proud to welcome Stanley Black & Decker as a Founding Partner,” said Hartford Athletic Chairman & CEO Bruce Mandell. “Stanley Black & Decker’s commitment to innovation and investment in a vibrant future for our community perfectly aligns with our vision to make our City and State the best place to live, work and play.”

"Connecticut has been our home for nearly 175 years, and we're proud to partner with organizations that bring excitement and entertainment to our community," said Stanley Black & Decker Chief Marketing Officer Mike Simpson. "We're thrilled to see this professional sports team here in Connecticut and honored to be a Founding Partner of Hartford Athletic. We look forward to the vibrancy this organization will bring to the Hartford region."

Hartford Athletic is one of several Stanley Black & Decker brand partners including organizations such as FC Barcelona and the English Premier League, as well as regional sports organizations such as the Hartford Yard Goats and the New Britain Bees.

Hartford Athletic's season is underway with the historic home opener taking place on May 4th at Pratt and Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. Single-match tickets start at just $10 and Three-Match Flex Plans start at $25. For tickets, merchandise, and more information go to https://www.hartfordathletic.com.

About Hartford Athletic 

Hartford Athletic is Connecticut’s new professional soccer team beginning play March 9th in the United Soccer League. Our mission is to provide a world-class professional soccer experience and build community through the beautiful game. 

Go to www.hartfordathletic.com for more information and follow on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for exclusive content and updates. 

Become a Founding Member and purchase your season tickets today at www.hartfordathletic.com/tickets. For official team merchandise, go to shop.https://www.hartfordathletic.com. 

About Stanley Black & Decker

Stanley Black & Decker is a $14 billion revenue, purpose-driven industrial organization. Stanley Black & Decker has 61,000 employees in more than 60 countries and operates the world’s largest tools and storage business, the world’s second largest commercial electronic security services company, a leading engineered fastening business as well as Oil & Gas and Infrastructure businesses. The company’s iconic brands include Black & Decker, Bostitch, CRAFTSMAN, DEWALT, FACOM, Irwin, Lenox, Porter Cable and Stanley. Stanley Black & Decker is a company for the makers and innovators, the craftsmen and the caregivers, and those doing the hard work to make the world a better place. Learn more at www.stanleyblackanddecker.com.

Hartford, CT (April 16, 2019) — Hartford Athletic announced today that Stanley Black & Decker will join as a Founding Partner of Connecticut’s new professional soccer team. The partnership features the Stanley Black & Decker logo displayed prominently on the back of Hartford Athletic’s home and away jerseys with partnership programs focusing on impactful community initiatives. 

“As we march toward our first home match on May 4, Hartford Athletic is proud to welcome Stanley Black & Decker as a Founding Partner,” said Hartford Athletic Chairman & CEO Bruce Mandell. “Stanley Black & Decker’s commitment to innovation and investment in a vibrant future for our community perfectly aligns with our vision to make our City and State the best place to live, work and play.”

“Connecticut has been our home for nearly 175 years, and we’re proud to partner with organizations that bring excitement and entertainment to our community,” said Stanley Black & Decker Chief Marketing Officer Mike Simpson. “We’re thrilled to see this professional sports team here in Connecticut and honored to be a Founding Partner of Hartford Athletic. We look forward to the vibrancy this organization will bring to the Hartford region.”

Hartford Athletic is one of several Stanley Black & Decker brand partners including organizations such as FC Barcelona and the English Premier League, as well as regional sports organizations such as the Hartford Yard Goats and the New Britain Bees.

Hartford Athletic’s season is underway with the historic home opener taking place on May 4th at Pratt and Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. Single-match tickets start at just $10 and Three-Match Flex Plans start at $25. For tickets, merchandise, and more information go to https://www.hartfordathletic.com.

About Hartford Athletic 

Hartford Athletic is Connecticut’s new professional soccer team beginning play March 9th in the United Soccer League. Our mission is to provide a world-class professional soccer experience and build community through the beautiful game. 

Go to www.hartfordathletic.com for more information and follow on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for exclusive content and updates. 

Become a Founding Member and purchase your season tickets today at www.hartfordathletic.com/tickets. For official team merchandise, go to shop.https://www.hartfordathletic.com. 

About Stanley Black & Decker

Stanley Black & Decker is a $14 billion revenue, purpose-driven industrial organization. Stanley Black & Decker has 61,000 employees in more than 60 countries and operates the world’s largest tools and storage business, the world’s second largest commercial electronic security services company, a leading engineered fastening business as well as Oil & Gas and Infrastructure businesses. The company’s iconic brands include Black & Decker, Bostitch, CRAFTSMAN, DEWALT, FACOM, Irwin, Lenox, Porter Cable and Stanley. Stanley Black & Decker is a company for the makers and innovators, the craftsmen and the caregivers, and those doing the hard work to make the world a better place. Learn more at www.stanleyblackanddecker.com.

new players arrive as Road warriors continue to battle

Hartford Athletic heads to Pittsburgh to take on another 2018 USL Championship playoff club as new players Luis Argudo (M) and Jon Kempin (GK) arrive on loan from Columbus Crew SC. Here's what you need to know:

HARTFORD ATHLETIC at PITTSBURGH RIVERHOUNDS SC

Date: Saturday, April 13

Time: 7:00 PM ET

Location: Highmark Stadium, Pittsburgh, PA

Streaming: ESPN+

Local TV: None

WHERE TO WATCH: 

Thomas Hooker Brewery at Colt, 140 Huyshope Ave., Hartford

City Steam Brewery and Cafe, 942 Main St., Hartford

TK's American Cafe, 255 White St., Danbury 

2nd Bridge Brewing Co., 642 Hilliard St., Manchester

Lakeview Restaurant & Bar, 50 Lake St., Coventry

LAST TIME OUT:

Hartford Athletic fell to Tampa Bay Rowdies 4-0. In the 37th minute, Tampa Bay broke the tie. Leo Fernandez, flying down the left wing, centered to Sebastián Guenzatti, right in front of the net for the easy goal. Rowdies took a 1-0 lead into halftime. David Najem, Andrew Tinari and Guenzatti all scored in the second half to give the Rowdies a 4-0 victory.

PLAYERS TO WATCH:

Hartford Athletic – Jose Angulo, F

Jose Angulo returns to Pittsburgh where he had the best year of his career in 2013. He scored 23 goals en route to winning the Golden Boot and MVP of the league. For Athletic to get the offense going, Angulo will need to be a big part of it.

Pittsburgh – Kenardo Forbes, MF

Forbes has been at the center of the Hounds’ attackthis season. The midfielder leads the team with two assists andranks tied for sixth in the USL Eastern Conference with nine chances created. 

ABOUT THE OPPONENT:

Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC enters their 20th season of play in 2019. The Hounds are coming off a win over Louisville City FC last weekend. The club returns 2018 leading scorer Neco Brett. Brett, who had 15 goals last season, scored his first goal of the season on a penalty kick against LouCity. The Hounds, who were one of the top ranked defenses in the USL in 2018, allowed 6 goals in their first 3 matches of the season.

FOLLOW ONLINE:

Updates on the match will be provided via Twitter at @hfdathletic or by following #PITvHFD

new players arrive as Road warriors continue to battle

Hartford Athletic heads to Pittsburgh to take on another 2018 USL Championship playoff club as new players Luis Argudo (M) and Jon Kempin (GK) arrive on loan from Columbus Crew SC. Here’s what you need to know:

HARTFORD ATHLETIC at PITTSBURGH RIVERHOUNDS SC

Date: Saturday, April 13

Time: 7:00 PM ET

Location: Highmark Stadium, Pittsburgh, PA

Streaming: ESPN+

Local TV: None

WHERE TO WATCH: 

Thomas Hooker Brewery at Colt, 140 Huyshope Ave., Hartford

City Steam Brewery and Cafe, 942 Main St., Hartford

TK’s American Cafe, 255 White St., Danbury 

2nd Bridge Brewing Co., 642 Hilliard St., Manchester

Lakeview Restaurant & Bar, 50 Lake St., Coventry

LAST TIME OUT:

Hartford Athletic fell to Tampa Bay Rowdies 4-0. In the 37th minute, Tampa Bay broke the tie. Leo Fernandez, flying down the left wing, centered to Sebastián Guenzatti, right in front of the net for the easy goal. Rowdies took a 1-0 lead into halftime. David Najem, Andrew Tinari and Guenzatti all scored in the second half to give the Rowdies a 4-0 victory.

PLAYERS TO WATCH:

Hartford Athletic – Jose Angulo, F

Jose Angulo returns to Pittsburgh where he had the best year of his career in 2013. He scored 23 goals en route to winning the Golden Boot and MVP of the league. For Athletic to get the offense going, Angulo will need to be a big part of it.

Pittsburgh – Kenardo Forbes, MF

Forbes has been at the center of the Hounds’ attackthis season. The midfielder leads the team with two assists andranks tied for sixth in the USL Eastern Conference with nine chances created. 

ABOUT THE OPPONENT:

Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC enters their 20th season of play in 2019. The Hounds are coming off a win over Louisville City FC last weekend. The club returns 2018 leading scorer Neco Brett. Brett, who had 15 goals last season, scored his first goal of the season on a penalty kick against LouCity. The Hounds, who were one of the top ranked defenses in the USL in 2018, allowed 6 goals in their first 3 matches of the season.

FOLLOW ONLINE:

Updates on the match will be provided via Twitter at @hfdathletic or by following #PITvHFD

Hartford Athletic announced that Jon Kempin and Luis Argudo joined the Club on loan from the Columbus Crew today. In a corresponding move, Scott DeVoss and Klisman Sousa were sent to FC Tucson of USL League 1. 

Kempin made 5 starts with the Crew in 2018. He made 10 saves, and the Crew recorded a record of 2-1-2 with 8 points with him in net. Kempin spent 2017 in Los Angeles where he started 7 matches with 2 clean sheets. Kempin, who was a homegrown signing by Sporting KC at the age of 17, spent 6 years in the KC organization where he played with Hartford Athletic Head Coach Jimmy Nielsen. Kempin played for the United States Under-23s, featuring for the U.S. U-23 side in a friendly against Brazil on November 11, 2015. That same year, he was named to the United States Men’s National Team roster for the first time in his career to take part in manager Jurgen Klinsmann’s January Camp.

2018 was Argudo's professional debut. He appeared in 18 games for the Crew, starting 6. Arugdo played collegiately at Wake Forest for 2 seasons where he scored 9 goals and added 10 assists. The Crew selected him 67th overall in the 2018 MLS SuperDraft. He has made one appearance for the Crew so far in 2019, coming in in the 65' against the Philadelphia Union.

Hartford Athletic announced that Jon Kempin and Luis Argudo joined the Club on loan from the Columbus Crew today. In a corresponding move, Scott DeVoss and Klisman Sousa were sent to FC Tucson of USL League 1. 

Kempin made 5 starts with the Crew in 2018. He made 10 saves, and the Crew recorded a record of 2-1-2 with 8 points with him in net. Kempin spent 2017 in Los Angeles where he started 7 matches with 2 clean sheets. Kempin, who was a homegrown signing by Sporting KC at the age of 17, spent 6 years in the KC organization where he played with Hartford Athletic Head Coach Jimmy Nielsen. Kempin played for the United States Under-23s, featuring for the U.S. U-23 side in a friendly against Brazil on November 11, 2015. That same year, he was named to the United States Men’s National Team roster for the first time in his career to take part in manager Jurgen Klinsmann’s January Camp.

2018 was Argudo’s professional debut. He appeared in 18 games for the Crew, starting 6. Arugdo played collegiately at Wake Forest for 2 seasons where he scored 9 goals and added 10 assists. The Crew selected him 67th overall in the 2018 MLS SuperDraft. He has made one appearance for the Crew so far in 2019, coming in in the 65′ against the Philadelphia Union.

It was a hard fought match, but the Tampa Bay Rowdies flexed their defensive muscle in a shutout win over Hartford Athletic. Both teams came out firing early in the first half. Giuseppe Gentile led the attack with two excellent header opportunities for Hartford. Rowdies answered with a couple of great chances of their own, but Jacob Lissek continued his phenomenal play in net for Hartford with two fantastic saves.

In the 37th minute, Tampa Bay broke the tie. Leo Fernandez, flying down the left wing, centered to Sebastián Guenzatti, right in front of the net for the easy goal. Rowdies took a 1-0 lead into halftime.

The second half was all Rowdies. David Najem, who subbed into the game in the 57th minute, collected a rebound and fired it to the back post just a minute after entering the game to put the Rowdies up 2-0. Andrew Tinari and Guenzatti would each score in the second half to give the Rowdies a 4-0 victory.

Hartford will return to action next Saturday against Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC at 7 PM, on ESPN+.

STATS:

Shots: 21-7 Tampa Bay

Shots on Target: 10-5 Tampa Bay

Corner Kicks: 12-4 Tampa Bay

Fouls Committed: 9-8 Tampa Bay

Saves: 6-5 Hartford

Offside: 1-1

Possession: 64-36 Tampa Bay

Passing Accuracy: 83-65 Tampa Bay

SCORING SUMMARY

Sebastián Guenzatti 37'

David Najem 58'

Tinari 71' (Leo Fernandes)

Sebastián Guenzatti 78' (Leo Fernandes)

DISCIPLINARY SUMMARY

Abdoulaye Diakité 67' (Yellow), Ryan Williams 73' (Yellow), Sem de Wit 86' (Yellow)

TAMPA BAY ROWDIES STARTING LINEUP

John McCarthy; Caleb Richards, Abdoulaye Diakité, Tarek Morad; Leo Fernandes, Dominic Oduro, Andrew Tinari, Yann Ekra, Shawn Barry (David Najem 57'); Sebastián Guenzatti (c), (Brandon Allen 80'),  Antoine Hoppenot (Juan Tejada 83').

HARTFORD ATHLETIC STARTING LINEUP

Jacob Lissek; Kyle Curinga, Sem de Wit, Tyler David, Raymond Lee; Philip Rasmussen (c), Jonathan Brown (Alex Dixon 72'), Mads Jorgensen (Wojciech Wojcik 65'), Ryan Williams, Giuseppe Gentile; Mac Steeves (Jose Angulo 72').

It was a hard fought match, but the Tampa Bay Rowdies flexed their defensive muscle in a shutout win over Hartford Athletic. Both teams came out firing early in the first half. Giuseppe Gentile led the attack with two excellent header opportunities for Hartford. Rowdies answered with a couple of great chances of their own, but Jacob Lissek continued his phenomenal play in net for Hartford with two fantastic saves.

In the 37th minute, Tampa Bay broke the tie. Leo Fernandez, flying down the left wing, centered to Sebastián Guenzatti, right in front of the net for the easy goal. Rowdies took a 1-0 lead into halftime.

The second half was all Rowdies. David Najem, who subbed into the game in the 57th minute, collected a rebound and fired it to the back post just a minute after entering the game to put the Rowdies up 2-0. Andrew Tinari and Guenzatti would each score in the second half to give the Rowdies a 4-0 victory.

Hartford will return to action next Saturday against Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC at 7 PM, on ESPN+.

STATS:

Shots: 21-7 Tampa Bay

Shots on Target: 10-5 Tampa Bay

Corner Kicks: 12-4 Tampa Bay

Fouls Committed: 9-8 Tampa Bay

Saves: 6-5 Hartford

Offside: 1-1

Possession: 64-36 Tampa Bay

Passing Accuracy: 83-65 Tampa Bay

SCORING SUMMARY

Sebastián Guenzatti 37′

David Najem 58′

Tinari 71′ (Leo Fernandes)

Sebastián Guenzatti 78′ (Leo Fernandes)

DISCIPLINARY SUMMARY

Abdoulaye Diakité 67′ (Yellow), Ryan Williams 73′ (Yellow), Sem de Wit 86′ (Yellow)

TAMPA BAY ROWDIES STARTING LINEUP

John McCarthy; Caleb Richards, Abdoulaye Diakité, Tarek Morad; Leo Fernandes, Dominic Oduro, Andrew Tinari, Yann Ekra, Shawn Barry (David Najem 57′); Sebastián Guenzatti (c), (Brandon Allen 80′),  Antoine Hoppenot (Juan Tejada 83′).

HARTFORD ATHLETIC STARTING LINEUP

Jacob Lissek; Kyle Curinga, Sem de Wit, Tyler David, Raymond Lee; Philip Rasmussen (c), Jonathan Brown (Alex Dixon 72′), Mads Jorgensen (Wojciech Wojcik 65′), Ryan Williams, Giuseppe Gentile; Mac Steeves (Jose Angulo 72′).

athletic eyes points as momentum continues to build

Hartford Athletic heads to Tampa Bay looking for their first win of the season. Here's what you need to know:

HARTFORD ATHLETIC at TAMPA BAY ROWDIES

Date: Saturday, April 6

Time: 7:30 PM ET

Location: Al Lang Stadium, St. Petersburg, Florida

Streaming: ESPN+

Local TV: None

WHERE TO WATCH: 

Thomas Hooker Brewery at Colt, 140 Huyshope Ave, Hartford

City Steam Brewery and Cafe, 942 Main St, Hartford

TK's American Cafe, 255 White St, Danbury 

2nd Bridge Brewing Co., 642 Hilliard St, Manchester

LAST TIME OUT:

Hartford Athletic suffered a 1-0 loss at the hands of Indy Eleven. In the 40th minute, Ayoze Garcia Perez, flying down the left wing, played a ball in to Kelly. Nikolaj Lyngo, trying to knock the ball away, knocked it into the net with his chest for an own goal. Indy took a 1-0 lead into the break. Hartford Athletic came out of the break firing, but couldn’t convert any shots into goals.

WHAT ARE THEY SAYING:

 

PLAYERS TO WATCH:

Hartford Athletic – Mac Steeves, F

Last week, it was Kyle Curinga who made his first start for Hartford Athletic. This week, Mac Steeves enters the starting lineup. Steeves, who went to the Final Four of the College Cup with Providence and was a first round draft pick of the Houston Dynamo, will add some punch to a lineup that faces the top ranked defense in the USL Championship. 

Tampa Bay – John McCarthy, GK

McCarthy's first season with Tampa Bay couldn't be going any better. McCarthy, who spent the past 4 seasons with the Philadelphia Union, has recorded 3 Clean Sheets in 4 matches. He has allowed only one goal this season, against St. Louis in a 1-1 draw.

ABOUT THE OPPONENT:

Tampa Bay enters the match in 2nd place in the Eastern Conference with 8 points and a record of 2-0-2. They’ve done it on the back of the defense. Goalkeeper John McCarthy has recorded a league-leading 3 clean sheets in 4 games. The Rowdies are also 7th in the league in Tackle Success rate at 72.4%. According to their website, Tampa Bay are experimenting with the idea of using the “Sweeper Keeper”.

FOLLOW ONLINE:

Updates on the match will be provided via Twitter at @hfdathletic or by following #TBRvHFD

athletic eyes points as momentum continues to build

Hartford Athletic heads to Tampa Bay looking for their first win of the season. Here’s what you need to know:

HARTFORD ATHLETIC at TAMPA BAY ROWDIES

Date: Saturday, April 6

Time: 7:30 PM ET

Location: Al Lang Stadium, St. Petersburg, Florida

Streaming: ESPN+

Local TV: None

WHERE TO WATCH: 

Thomas Hooker Brewery at Colt, 140 Huyshope Ave, Hartford

City Steam Brewery and Cafe, 942 Main St, Hartford

TK’s American Cafe, 255 White St, Danbury 

2nd Bridge Brewing Co., 642 Hilliard St, Manchester

LAST TIME OUT:

Hartford Athletic suffered a 1-0 loss at the hands of Indy Eleven. In the 40th minute, Ayoze Garcia Perez, flying down the left wing, played a ball in to Kelly. Nikolaj Lyngo, trying to knock the ball away, knocked it into the net with his chest for an own goal. Indy took a 1-0 lead into the break. Hartford Athletic came out of the break firing, but couldn’t convert any shots into goals.

WHAT ARE THEY SAYING:

 

PLAYERS TO WATCH:

Hartford Athletic – Mac Steeves, F

Last week, it was Kyle Curinga who made his first start for Hartford Athletic. This week, Mac Steeves enters the starting lineup. Steeves, who went to the Final Four of the College Cup with Providence and was a first round draft pick of the Houston Dynamo, will add some punch to a lineup that faces the top ranked defense in the USL Championship. 

Tampa Bay – John McCarthy, GK

McCarthy’s first season with Tampa Bay couldn’t be going any better. McCarthy, who spent the past 4 seasons with the Philadelphia Union, has recorded 3 Clean Sheets in 4 matches. He has allowed only one goal this season, against St. Louis in a 1-1 draw.

ABOUT THE OPPONENT:

Tampa Bay enters the match in 2nd place in the Eastern Conference with 8 points and a record of 2-0-2. They’ve done it on the back of the defense. Goalkeeper John McCarthy has recorded a league-leading 3 clean sheets in 4 games. The Rowdies are also 7th in the league in Tackle Success rate at 72.4%. According to their website, Tampa Bay are experimenting with the idea of using the “Sweeper Keeper”.

FOLLOW ONLINE:

Updates on the match will be provided via Twitter at @hfdathletic or by following #TBRvHFD

Indianapolis, IN – Hartford Athletic suffered a 1-0 loss at the hands of Indy Eleven despite a strong performance from Goalkeeper Jacob Lissek. 

There was plenty of action early on as both teams created chances. As time wore on in the half, Indy controlled possession. Dane Kelly, the all-time leader in goals scored in USL history, was the focal point of the offense getting off three shots, including a bunny in front of the net that soared over the cross bar. 

In the 40th minute, Ayoze Garcia Perez, flying down the left wing, played a ball in to Kelly. Nikolaj Lyngo, trying to knock the ball away, knocked it into the net with his chest for an own goal. Indy took a 1-0 lead into the break.

Just as they did a week ago against Louisville City FC, Hartford Athletic came out of the break firing, but couldn't convert any shots into goals. In the 67th minute, Indy took control. Indy had eight shots in the second half, including three more from Kelly who hit the post twice in the second half. Lissek, who finished with 5 saves, turned away every Indy shot on target. Athletic couldn't find the net in the final minutes, leading to a 1-0 final score in favor of the home side.

Hartford will return to action next Saturday against 2nd place Tampa Bay Rowdies at Al Lang Stadium, 7 PM, on ESPN+.

STATS:

Shots: 17-7 Indy

Shots on Target: 5-2 Indy

Corner Kicks: 5-3 Hartford

Fouls Committed: 20-18 Hartford

Saves: 5-2 Hartford

Offside: 4-2 Indy

Possession: 57-43 Indy

Passing Accuracy: 77-68 Indy

SCORING SUMMARY

Nikolaj Lyngo (OG) 40'

DISCIPLINARY SUMMARY

IND – Ayoze (Yellow) 58', Tyler Gibson (Yellow) 63', Nico Matern (Yellow) 69'

INDY ELEVEN STARTING LINEUP

Evan Newton; Patrick Barrett, Alex Crognale, Neveal Hackshaw; Macauley King, Tyler Gibson, Nico Matern (Tyler Pasher 76'), Ayoze; Eugene Starikov (Matthew Watson 71'), Thomas Enevoldsen, Dane Kelly (Alioune Diakhate 90').

HARTFORD ATHLETIC STARTING LINEUP

Jacob Lissek; Kyle Curinga (Giuseppe Gentile 66'), Sem de Wit, Nikolaj Lyngo, Raymond Lee; Philip Rasmussen (c), Jonathan Brown, Mads Jorgensen (Wojciech Wójcik 75'), Ryan Williams, Sebastian Dalgaard (Mac Steeves 82'), Jose Angulo.

Indianapolis, IN – Hartford Athletic suffered a 1-0 loss at the hands of Indy Eleven despite a strong performance from Goalkeeper Jacob Lissek. 

There was plenty of action early on as both teams created chances. As time wore on in the half, Indy controlled possession. Dane Kelly, the all-time leader in goals scored in USL history, was the focal point of the offense getting off three shots, including a bunny in front of the net that soared over the cross bar. 

In the 40th minute, Ayoze Garcia Perez, flying down the left wing, played a ball in to Kelly. Nikolaj Lyngo, trying to knock the ball away, knocked it into the net with his chest for an own goal. Indy took a 1-0 lead into the break.

Just as they did a week ago against Louisville City FC, Hartford Athletic came out of the break firing, but couldn’t convert any shots into goals. In the 67th minute, Indy took control. Indy had eight shots in the second half, including three more from Kelly who hit the post twice in the second half. Lissek, who finished with 5 saves, turned away every Indy shot on target. Athletic couldn’t find the net in the final minutes, leading to a 1-0 final score in favor of the home side.

Hartford will return to action next Saturday against 2nd place Tampa Bay Rowdies at Al Lang Stadium, 7 PM, on ESPN+.

STATS:

Shots: 17-7 Indy

Shots on Target: 5-2 Indy

Corner Kicks: 5-3 Hartford

Fouls Committed: 20-18 Hartford

Saves: 5-2 Hartford

Offside: 4-2 Indy

Possession: 57-43 Indy

Passing Accuracy: 77-68 Indy

SCORING SUMMARY

Nikolaj Lyngo (OG) 40′

DISCIPLINARY SUMMARY

IND – Ayoze (Yellow) 58′, Tyler Gibson (Yellow) 63′, Nico Matern (Yellow) 69′

INDY ELEVEN STARTING LINEUP

Evan Newton; Patrick Barrett, Alex Crognale, Neveal Hackshaw; Macauley King, Tyler Gibson, Nico Matern (Tyler Pasher 76′), Ayoze; Eugene Starikov (Matthew Watson 71′), Thomas Enevoldsen, Dane Kelly (Alioune Diakhate 90′).

HARTFORD ATHLETIC STARTING LINEUP

Jacob Lissek; Kyle Curinga (Giuseppe Gentile 66′), Sem de Wit, Nikolaj Lyngo, Raymond Lee; Philip Rasmussen (c), Jonathan Brown, Mads Jorgensen (Wojciech Wójcik 75′), Ryan Williams, Sebastian Dalgaard (Mac Steeves 82′), Jose Angulo.

Hartford Athletic heads to Indianapolis looking for their first win of the season. Here's what you need to know:

HARTFORD ATHLETIC at INDY ELEVEN

Date: Saturday, March 30

Time: 7:00 PM ET

Location: Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN

Streaming: ESPN+

Local TV: None

Where to Watch: 

Thomas Hooker Brewery at Colt, 140 Huyshope Ave, Hartford

City Steam Brewery and Cafe, 942 Main St, Hartford

TK's American Cafe, 255 White St, Danbury 

2nd Bridge Brewing Co., 642 Hilliard St, Manchester

LAST TIME OUT:

Hartford Athletic took the early lead against the two-time defending champions Lousiville City FC. Athletic striker Jose Angulo whipped in a beautiful ball in the 6' to a sliding Jonny Brown who finished his first goal of the season.

Louisville City FC striker Luke Spencer answered in the 14' finishing a well-worked build up to even up the score 1-1. Athletic continued to create great chances throughout the first half only to see an unlucky deflection by defender Sem De Wit hit the back of the Hartford net for an own goal in the 33'.

After returning from the locker room for the second half, Hartford Athletic created chance after chance throughout a dominant second half that was the best of the season for the young club. Athletic took the two-time defending champs to the wire but in the end came up just short falling 2-1.

WHAT ARE THEY SAYING:

 

PLAYERS TO WATCH:

Hartford Athletic – Kyle Curinga, DEF

Kyle Curinga is expected to make his first start for Hartford Athletic after recovering from a brutal ankle injury which cut short his 2018 season. The defense has needed a boost as Hartford has conceded 6 total goals in the first 3 matches, tied for tops in the league. Look for Curinga to contribute in a meaningful way against a powerful Indy Eleven offensive attack.

Indy Eleven – Dane Kelly, F

That Indy has scored 4 goals this season without a goal or an assist from Kelly is a monumental surprise. Kelly is the USL's all-time leader in goals scored with 68. The winner of the 2017 Golden Boot will be looking to get on the board for his new team as he continues to be the focal point of the offense.

ABOUT THE OPPONENT:

Indy Eleven enters the match with a record of 1-1-0. During the season’s first week, Indy fell to St. Louis FC 2-1. Two weeks ago, Indy recorded their first win of the season, 3-2 against Charlotte Independence. Indy jumped out to a 3-0 lead and held on after a late rally from Charlotte. Forward Thomas Enevelson, who was the runner up for the Golden Boot in 2018, scored the clinching goal for Indy. 

FOLLOW ONLINE:

Updates on the match will be provided via Twitter at @hfdathletic or by following #INDvHFD

Hartford Athletic heads to Indianapolis looking for their first win of the season. Here’s what you need to know:

HARTFORD ATHLETIC at INDY ELEVEN

Date: Saturday, March 30

Time: 7:00 PM ET

Location: Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN

Streaming: ESPN+

Local TV: None

Where to Watch: 

Thomas Hooker Brewery at Colt, 140 Huyshope Ave, Hartford

City Steam Brewery and Cafe, 942 Main St, Hartford

TK’s American Cafe, 255 White St, Danbury 

2nd Bridge Brewing Co., 642 Hilliard St, Manchester

LAST TIME OUT:

Hartford Athletic took the early lead against the two-time defending champions Lousiville City FC. Athletic striker Jose Angulo whipped in a beautiful ball in the 6′ to a sliding Jonny Brown who finished his first goal of the season.

Louisville City FC striker Luke Spencer answered in the 14′ finishing a well-worked build up to even up the score 1-1. Athletic continued to create great chances throughout the first half only to see an unlucky deflection by defender Sem De Wit hit the back of the Hartford net for an own goal in the 33′.

After returning from the locker room for the second half, Hartford Athletic created chance after chance throughout a dominant second half that was the best of the season for the young club. Athletic took the two-time defending champs to the wire but in the end came up just short falling 2-1.

WHAT ARE THEY SAYING:

 

PLAYERS TO WATCH:

Hartford Athletic – Kyle Curinga, DEF

Kyle Curinga is expected to make his first start for Hartford Athletic after recovering from a brutal ankle injury which cut short his 2018 season. The defense has needed a boost as Hartford has conceded 6 total goals in the first 3 matches, tied for tops in the league. Look for Curinga to contribute in a meaningful way against a powerful Indy Eleven offensive attack.

Indy Eleven – Dane Kelly, F

That Indy has scored 4 goals this season without a goal or an assist from Kelly is a monumental surprise. Kelly is the USL’s all-time leader in goals scored with 68. The winner of the 2017 Golden Boot will be looking to get on the board for his new team as he continues to be the focal point of the offense.

ABOUT THE OPPONENT:

Indy Eleven enters the match with a record of 1-1-0. During the season’s first week, Indy fell to St. Louis FC 2-1. Two weeks ago, Indy recorded their first win of the season, 3-2 against Charlotte Independence. Indy jumped out to a 3-0 lead and held on after a late rally from Charlotte. Forward Thomas Enevelson, who was the runner up for the Golden Boot in 2018, scored the clinching goal for Indy. 

FOLLOW ONLINE:

Updates on the match will be provided via Twitter at @hfdathletic or by following #INDvHFD