Courtney Hickman of C-Sharp Images caught all the action Wednesday October 25th as Oly Town players, staff and supporters gathered at Well 80 Brewhouse for Bingo Night!
The Artesians met with folks to talk about the upcoming arena season and hand out some fun Artesian prizes! Some fans even got scarves, replica jerseys and Oly Town reusable beer mugs!
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OLYMPIA, WA – The Oly Town Artesians kickoff the new Western Indoor Soccer League (WISL) season this Saturday, October 28 against the Tacoma Stars at the Tacoma Soccer Center. The 7PM kickoff is set for after a Major Arena Soccer League (MASL) exhibition between the pro-Tacoma Stars and Bellingham United who kickoff at 430PM.
Photo by Eden Comstock (10.21.23)
Oly faced league newcomer the Vancouver Lightning in a friendly last Saturday which saw new faces to the Artesian roster after many player departures of names such as Jason Fairhurst, Alex Vogt, Brett Stallworth, Mitchell Balmer and Rainier Schlekewey. The Artesians were able to win 13-4 over Vancouver with a new, energized squad helmed by Head Coach Nick Boatright.
Returning signings announced by the Artesians that are currently available to play are Oly Legend Nate Boatright (captain), Kasey Sidor (15 goals in 2022), TR Jewett (Defender) and Isaiah Damschen (goalkeeper).
Oly Town on Saturday saw newcomers Jake Irwin scoring 3 goals, Miguel Bravo, Gavin Smiley and Kasey Sidor each with 2 goals and Oly Legend JJ Olson splitting time in goal with last years incumbent keeper Isaiah Damschen.
Match Roster 10.21.23 (Oly Town / Dancing Goats)
The match Saturday against the Tacoma Stars will be a tough test as the Stars are a pro-arena organization that serves as a rotating reserve roster for the Major Arena Soccer League. Oly Town tied the Stars 5-5 in Olympia in 2023 but dropped their away match in Tacoma 3-5. The Stars would go on to win the Championship in 2023.
The Artesians clinched the 2022-23 arena postseason on a resounding undefeated home league record but lost in the semifinals in a tight matchup against the Everett City FC 5-6.
There is a new WISL league setup with three divisions with new teams and seasonal format. Oly Town resides in the St Helens division and will face divisional foes South Sound FC and Vancouver Lightning twice while playing each other club at least once.
2023-24 WISL Divisions
Oly Town is an Olympia, Washington based arena and USL franchise soccer club that was founded in 2014. It’s legends and statistics are recorded and kept online at olytownfc.com. Below are Oly Town arena stats and records.
The Artesians will host their first home WISL match of the year on Saturday, November 4 at the Evergreen State College Pavilion against the Olympic Force of Bremerton, Washington. Tickets are available at olytownfc.com. $8 general admission, $5 college/hs ID and kid’s 12 and under are in free thanks to the Oly Soccer Foundation.
The Oly Town women’s program is holding tryouts for all those interested in playing on Thursday, November 2nd at 7PM. Player interest forms can be found on the teams website. The ladies kickoff their regular season in December in the Northwest Premier League (NWPLi).
Season tickets and single match tickets are available for both arena seasons by visiting olytownfc.com or clicking here.
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OLYMPIA, WA — The Oly Town Artesians announced a friendly for Saturday, October 21st against Western Indoor Soccer League newcomer the Vancouver Lightning. The Artesians are coming off a banner arena season in 2022-23 with a home undefeated record and skipper Nick Boatright signing on to helm the arena squad for a second time.
The match is set for a later kickoff at 730PM but with some fun costume prizes and a Halloween Halftime Candy Scramble.
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The 730PM friendly is FREE or a suggested $5 donation to help towards facility rental costs.
There will be a lighter game day setup with water, snacks and merch but no formal beer garden or food vendors.
Halloween Halftime for the kid’s! Any child that attends the October 21 match can run onto the field at halftime for Halloween Trick or Treat Scramble! Bring a Halloween Bag!
Adult Costume Prizes will also be available from local businesses such as Well 80 Brewhouse, Dancing Goats Coffee and Nicole’s Bar!
Well 80 Brewhouse | October 25th | 630PM Arrival | 7PM Program Starts
Enjoy some fun at Well 80 with their official BINGO night and meet players, staff and pickup your season ticket swag bags!
WELL 80 | OCT 25TH
FAMILY FRIENDLY | 630-7PM ARRIVAL
Single Match Tickets On-Sale October 15, 2023
Oly Town has released all women’s and men’s home matches for single match ticket purchases. If you cannot support the club through season ticket deposits get your match tickets below.
Each Season Ticket Gets You 15% Off (1) Dancing Goats Drink
Kid’s 12 & Under FREE!
Reduced cost! $8 general admission!
HS or College ID? Get your reduced admission at $5 per ticket! Flash your ID on the way in!
Oly Town has partnered with Dancing Goats Coffee for all single match tickets! Attend the game and get your hard copy ticket which includes 15% off (1) drink at local Dancing Goats Coffee stores!
Men’s Arena Schedule
Women’s Arena Schedule
Oly Town Opens Online Store
All products have shipping fees included in them! In the order checkout notes please state your desired size.
Support the club today by wearing your Oly Town gear around town and while traveling. Make sure to tag @olytownfc on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook and the Artesians will feature you.
