Greenville, S.C. – Furman women's soccer standout Stephanie DeVita has been invited to the United States U-20 National Team's training camp  November 24- December 1, at the United States Soccer National Training Center at the StubHub Center in Carson, Calif.

DeVita, a sophomore, tallied 15 goals, including seven match-winners, and added nine assists in 23 matches this season. The Simpsonville, S.C., native and Hillcrest High School product captured first team All-Southern Conference honors and SoCon Tournament MVP accolades this season while leading the Paladins to a 17-4-2 record and the league's regular season and tournament titles.

Sandy Burris, head coach of the Carolina Elite Cobras W League Team, who Devita plays for in the summer, said that the organization is very proud of Steph and happy that she has this opportunity. She also adds, "Steph works very hard and is the ultimate team player. She has earned the chance to prove that she belongs on the highest levels and I know she will make us all proud.

Stephanie DeVita stated that she was really excited to have this opportunity. "I have always dreamed of this and now it is actually happening". Devita added that playing in the W-League was extremely helpful for her preparing for this season and playing with the cobras was awesome and being able to play soccer all summer long on with such a great team was a blast. 

DeVita joined the Cobras for the 2013 season and was immediately an important part of a team that made it to the W-League final four in only its second season. In two seasons at Furman,  she has netted 34 goals and registered 13 assists. The 2012 SoCon Player of the Year and Freshman of the Year ranks in the school's career top 10 in goals, total points and match-winning goals.  She has helped Furman to a combined 33-7-5 mark in two seasons.

September 2, 2013

Texas Roadhouse Greenville and the Carolina Elite Cobras have just agreed to terms that elevates Texas Roadhouse Greenville from sponsor to Official Marketing Partner Status.

"We are very excited to partner with Texas Roadhouse. This is a great development and an awesome partnership." Cobras owner Ewell Gordon said. "In addition to our partnernship, we will be joining Texas Roadhouse at events throughout the community whenever possible. We are looking at becoming an active part in the Greenville community alongside Texas Roadhouse and it is something we are both really looking forward to."

Cammy Lee, Texas Roadhouse Greenville SC Store Marketing Manager also expressed her excitement in working with the Cobras.

"Texas Roadhouse in Greenville, South Carolina is looking forward to an amazing 2014 season and beyond with the Cobras," Lee said.

For more information about the partnership you can contact the Cobras’ Gordon at (803) 740-1421 ext 800 or Texas Roadhouse’ Lee at (864) 244-4122.

About the Carolina Elite Cobras

The Cobras are a privately owned women's soccer franchise operating in South Carolina as a memeber of the USL W-League.

Owner/President - Ewell E Gordon III
Founded - 2010
Entered USL W-League 2011
Inaugural Season 2012
General Manager/Head Coach - Sandy Burris

Highlights:

2012 W League Rookie Franchise of the Year, one player named to the All Conference Team

2013 W League Southeastern Conference Champions, 4th in the League, three players to the All Conference Team, one to the All league Team, and the Defensive Player of the Year

Cobras Primary Mission:

Our primary mission is to provide a high quality, professionally ran, completely positive organization that helps to enhance all of women’s soccer in South Carolina, the W-League Southeastern Conference, and the W-League as a whole. All subsequent goals, objectives, plans, etc are determined, designed, and/or implemented to meet this primary objective on the highest possible scale.

Intent:

The organizations intent is to be the best sports organization in the region by providing a family friendly, fun, affordable, alternative to sports entertainment along with positive community and charitable involvement. And, of course we will strive to be involved in as many areas of Soccer as possible, specifically for women, across the state.

Focus:

Our focus will be on a concept of building from within, with a emphasis on loyalty, commitment, quality, and excellence.

Slogan:

“If not us, who? If not now, when?”

Author: Hille

Fidem, fides, officium, & spera in studio Excellentia

Belief, Loyalty, Commitment & Trust in the pursuit of Excellence

About The W League:

The W-League is the first and longest-standing women’s soccer league in North America. The W-League feature teams in four regional conferences playing 12-14 regular season matches.

Featuring current and former international and professional stars, the W-League also provides select elite amateurs the opportunity to compete while maintaining their collegiate eligibility as student-athletes. The league is recognized throughout the world for providing superior competition for female players, while offering affordable family entertainment for fans throughout North America.