BETHLEHEM, Pa. (June 22, 2019) – Bethlehem Steel FC returned to the Lehigh Valley for the first time in 2019 but fell 2-1 to John McCarthy and the Tampa Bay Rowdies. The night was highlighted by captain James Chambers’ 100th all-time appearance and record-breaking 16th goal for Steel FC. Previously, Chambers and Philadelphia Union striker Cory Burke shared the all-time scoring record for the club.
The magic moment for Chambers came a few seconds into second-half stoppage time after midfielder Zach Zandi was brought down in the box. There was no hesitation from the Steel players as all eyes turned to captain James Chambers, who stepped to the spot and slotted the ball home.