Milwaukee Rampage
Encyclopedia
The Milwaukee Rampage is a defunct American
soccer franchise, which played in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
in the A-League. The Rampage folded in 2002 because of financial problems, despite winning the A-league championship that year, as well as in 1997. The Rampage was founded in 1994 as a member of the USISL, and joined the A-league along with the rest of the USISL teams in a 1997 merger. Upon their collapse, the Rampage were replaced in the A-league by the Milwaukee Wave United
. The Milwaukee Rampage still exists as an amateur soccer club in Milwaukee.
Working various pressbox duties throughout the Rampage's nine years (including operating the scoreboard, working the sound system and as back-up to the public address announcer) was Michael James.
United States
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soccer franchise, which played in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Wisconsin
Wisconsin is a U.S. state located in the north-central United States and is part of the Midwest. It is bordered by Minnesota to the west, Iowa to the southwest, Illinois to the south, Lake Michigan to the east, Michigan to the northeast, and Lake Superior to the north. Wisconsin's capital is...
in the A-League. The Rampage folded in 2002 because of financial problems, despite winning the A-league championship that year, as well as in 1997. The Rampage was founded in 1994 as a member of the USISL, and joined the A-league along with the rest of the USISL teams in a 1997 merger. Upon their collapse, the Rampage were replaced in the A-league by the Milwaukee Wave United
Milwaukee Wave United
The Milwaukee Wave United was an American professional soccer team, which last played in the A-League, the American second division.The Wave United was formed and joined the A-League after the Milwaukee Rampage folded in 2002...
. The Milwaukee Rampage still exists as an amateur soccer club in Milwaukee.
Working various pressbox duties throughout the Rampage's nine years (including operating the scoreboard, working the sound system and as back-up to the public address announcer) was Michael James.
Coaches
- Boro Sucevic (1994, 2000–2002)
- Carlos Cordoba (1995, 1999)
- Bob GanslerBob GanslerBob Gansler is a Hungarian-born American soccer player and coach of German descent. He coached the US National Team at the 1990 World Cup, the team's first appearance at the tournament since 1950....
(1996–1998)
Notable players
- Brian McBrideBrian McBrideBrian Robert McBride is a retired American soccer player who finished his career for Chicago Fire in Major League Soccer , but spent the majority of his time in MLS playing for the Columbus Crew. For much of his career he played in Europe, notably for Fulham in the English Premier League...
- Tony SannehTony SannehAnthony "Tony" Sanneh is an American soccer player who most recently played for Los Angeles Galaxy in Major League Soccer.-Youth and college:...
- Digital Takawira
- John WolyniecJohn WolyniecJohn Wolyniec is a former American soccer player who is now a coach in the New York Red Bulls youth system.-Youth and Amateur:...
- Todd DusoskyTodd DusoskyTodd Dusosky is a retired American soccer forward who spent most of his career with indoor teams. He also played a handful of seasons in the USL A-League.-Soccer:...
- Carmine IsaccoCarmine IsaccoCarmine Isacco is a Canadian soccer coach and retired player. He is currently the head coach of SC Toronto of the Canadian Soccer League.-Playing career:...
- Ranko GolijaninRanko GolijaninRanko Golijanin is a Serbian football player currently playing for Brantford Galaxy SC....
- Dan PopikDan PopikDan Popik is a retired American soccer goalkeeper who is currently an assistant coach with the Carolina RailHawks of the USL First Division., who last played goalkeeper for the Columbus Crew of Major League Soccer....
- Jason Russell
- David Marshall Jr.
- Michael CollinsMichael Collins- Politics :* Michael Collins , Irish Labour party politician, Lord Mayor Of Dublin 1977–1978* Michael Collins , Irish revolutionary leader, soldier, and politician...
- Kris Klassen
- Tom AliotoTom AliotoTom Alioto is a retired American soccer defender who played in the North American Soccer League, Major Indoor Soccer League and American Indoor Soccer Association.-Player:...
Year-by-year
Year | Division | League | Reg. Season | Playoffs | Open Cup |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1994 | 3 | USISL | 2nd, Midwest | Divisional Finals | Did not enter |
1995 | 3 | USISL Pro League | 1st, Midwest West | Sizzling Nine | Did not qualify |
1996 | 3 | USISL Select League | 1st, Central | 2nd Round | Did not qualify |
1997 | 2 | USISL A-League | 4th, Central | Champion | Did not qualify |
1998 | 2 | USISL A-League | 3rd, Central | Conference Quarterfinals | 2nd Round |
1999 | 2 | USL A-League | 5th, Central | Did not qualify | Did not qualify |
2000 | 2 | USL A-League | 2nd, Central | Conference Finals | Did not qualify |
2001 | 2 | USL A-League | 3rd, Western | Semifinals | 3rd Round |
2002 | 2 | USL A-League | 1st, Central | Champion | Quarterfinals |