Jan. 4, 1996 – Frank Stapleton named Revolution’s first coach
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Former Arsenal, Manchester United and Ireland national team striker Frank Stapleton was named the New England Revolution’s first coach. University of Vermont coach Ron McEachen, former Connecticut high school star, became assistant coach.
Jan. 4, 1968 – Boston Beacons sign Denmark national teamers
Joergen Henriksen ($50k), John Steen Olsen ($50k); John Petersen ($40k), Erik Dyreborg ($35k), Henning Boel ($30k) join NASL team on two-year contracts
Jan. 4, 1919 – Trimo FC receives Grieve Cup as champions of Boston and District League title
The Trimont Tool Co. sponsored a soccer team that played at the Marcella St. Grounds in Roxbury. Ceremony to present the cup was conducted at 694 Washington St.
NEW ENGLAND SOCCER HISTORY