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| Founded | 2013 |
|---|---|
| Dissolved | 2014 |
| Ground | Santander Arena |
| Capacity | 7,083 |
| League | Major Indoor Soccer League |
| 2013-14 | Regular Season: 7th Place Playoffs: Did not qualify |
The Pennsylvania Roar was the name of a professional indoor soccer team based in Reading, Pennsylvania. They were a member of the Major Indoor Soccer League. [1] [2]
The Roar were co-owned by Glen Goldstein and his wife, Dawn Goldstein, who also co-owned the St. Louis Ambush of the MISL. [3]
| Year | League | Reg. Season | Playoffs | Attendance Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-14 | MISL III | 7th MISL, 1-19 | Did not qualify | 1,549 | |
| Total | 1-19 Win % = .050 | N/A Win % = N/A | 1,549 | ||
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