Delaware Wizards
The Delaware Wizards were a professional soccer club based in Wilmington and New Castle, Delaware. The team played their first game in 1993 and their last in 2000. They played in the USISL. They were considered DC United's farm team but ended up folding due to financial issues and losing players to other clubs. Many players went to MLS and other USL teams.
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| Full name | Delaware Wizards |
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| Nickname(s) | The Wiz |
| Founded | 1993 |
| Dissolved | 2000 |
| Ground | Randy White Stadium at McKean High |
| Capacity | 2,000 |
| Chairman | Robert Patch |
| Manager | Wayne McKinnely |
| League | USISL D2 Professional League |
| 2000 | 5th (overall) |
In 2007, David Whitcraft was inducted into the Delaware Sports Museum and Hall of Fame for his efforts as the first captain of the team.
In 2008, a reincarnation of the Delaware Wizards was formed playing amateur soccer. Led by a group of former fans and ball boys of the original Delaware Wizards, they have enjoyed modest success. As of 2009, they currently play in the New Castle County Soccer League.
Year-by-year
| Year | Division | League | Reg. Season | Playoffs | Open Cup |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | N/A | USISL | 2nd, Atlantic | Divisional Finals | Did not enter |
| 1994 | 3 | USISL | 5th, Northeast | Midweek Challenge | Did not enter |
| 1995 | 3 | USISL Pro League | 2nd, Coastal | Divisional Finals | Did not qualify |
| 1995/96 | N/A | USISL Indoor | 5th, Northeast | Did not qualify | N/A |
| 1996 | 3 | USISL Select League | 4th, North Atlantic | 2nd Round | Did not qualify |
| 1996/97 | N/A | USISL I-League | Limited schedule, 1 game | Did not qualify | N/A |
| 1997 | 3 | USISL D-3 Pro League | 5th, Mid-Atlantic | Did not qualify | Did not qualify |
| 1997/98 | N/A | USISL I-League | Limited schedule, 2 games | Did not qualify | N/A |
| 1998 | 3 | USISL D-3 Pro League | 1st, Atlantic | Quarterfinals | 2nd Round |
| 1999 | 3 | USL D3-Pro League | 6th, Northern | Did not qualify | Did not qualify |
| 2000 | 3 | USL D3-Pro League | 7th, Northern | Did not qualify | Did not qualify |
Current Squad