Articles by Douglas Zimmerman

The Oakland Roots came into Sacramento and scored three impressive goals. Unfortunately, that was on June 2nd, which was also the last time the Roots scored a goal. Their 35-day, 4-game, 384-minute scoreless streak continued […]

After promising fans that the Roots’ new turf field would be ready for the team’s July 10th home game at Laney Stadium, Oakland backtracked and announced instead they will play their next three home games […]

Miguel Ibarra scored the only goal for San Diego Loyal. (Photo San Diego Loyal) The Oakland Roots could not score a goal for the third game running, losing to San Diego Loyal 1-0. Here are […]

Oakland Roots scoring drought continues in loss to San Diego Loyal Oakland Roots was chasing the San Diego Loyal for most of the game. (Photo: USL) After scoring six goals in their first three games, […]

The Oakland Roots and Austin Bold faced off in a defensive struggle which led to a scoreless draw at Las Positas College in Livermore. The Roots were repeatedly tested by Austin Bold and outshot 16-3 […]

Poor field conditions prompted the cancellation of the game between Oakland Roots SC and Sacramento Republic FC at Laney College Football Stadium. (Robert Edwards-Robert Edwards Media) Faced with few good options, the Oakland Roots announced […]

Just days before their next scheduled home game the Oakland Roots find themselves without a suitable home pitch to play on. After being forced to call off their home opener because of poor field conditions, […]

Minutes before the kickoff of the Oakland Roots home opener against the Sacramento Republic at Laney Stadium, the game was called off by league officials due to the condition of the field. Reports are that […]