Banner Day for Western New England College at the World Cup Championship
By CURT HAMAKAWA, Western New England College Sport Management professor
6/16/2010 11:11:41 AM
RUSTENBURG, South Africa - Western New England College men's soccer player
Dave Fitzpatrick (Burnt Hills, NY) stands next to the USA flag from the balcony that ringed the Royal Bafokeng Stadium in Rustenburg before the June 12 match between USA and England (the match ended in a 1-1 tie).
Even though "Old Glory" was way outnumbered, it was there on behalf of a proud and grateful nation, thanks to Dave and his crew mates who attending the World Cup Championship.
Editor's Note: The Western New England College contingent heads home Thursday (June 17) after a fascinating trip called "a thrill of a lifetime."
Seminar Abroad 2010: FIFA World Cup/South Africa
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