Free Beer Movement in Action

Long time followers of this site know that we don't just talk the talk (type the type?), but walk the walk when it comes to using free beer to bring soccer newbies to live games.

Last night proved to be the perfect opportunity as the local USSF Division 2 side Austin Aztex hosted the Haitian National Team to raise money for the Haitian Football Federation as they attempt to rebuild not only their program, but their nation. Admission was free as as over 4,000 fans came to House Park and raised over $11,500 (more than matches against San Antonio and FC Dallas combined) and a truck load of soccer equipment.

Pre-game my newbies and I downed a couple of Newcastle, Dogfish Head 60 Minute IPA, and Dos Equis on the FBM's tap of course.

We took our places standing in the stand behind the visitor's bench with the Aztex Supporters Group, Chantico's Army who are starting to get quite a reputation for disrupting visiting teams (but not last night... for the record).

Despite their trauma that the team and its players have faced and continue to the Haitian side was skilled and quick disrupting the normally fluid Austin attack. Even though the home side nailed the cross bar TWICE (dammit!) in to closing moments the game ended a satisfying 0-0.

I think one of my newbies fell in love with Austin's keeper Miguel Gallardo so that will be a good incentive for her to return. In the end I got commitments from all involved to come back for another Aztex match soon.

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