February 2010
61 posts
Freddie's Back →
I just got back from the airport where I spoke with Freddie Ljungberg. He’s excited to be back in Seattle and it’s safe to say Seattle is excited to have him. There were several children there…
January 2010
63 posts
Extension is good for the Sounders FC and MLS →
On Thursday Major League Soccer and the Major League Soccer Players Union announced an agreement to continue negotiations on a new collective bargaining agreement until February 12. Originally…
Young Champions →
The Sounders FC recognized the Washington Youth Soccer ODP teams in a banquet Friday.
Drew's got Super Bowl tickets ... Who wants 'em? →
I just got the following notice from America SCORES Seattle. ______________________________________________________________ Drew Carey has generously donated to America SCORES Seattle the 2 Super…
RAVE: Perdido follows chain of Hawaiian Sounders →
Stop me if you’ve heard this one before. A soccer player from Hawaii goes nearly unrecruited, but lands at Spokane’s Gonzaga University where a four-year career can’t quite land him on the top of…
WatchSoundersFC Fitness Training at Starfire
Marshall leads Jamaica against Canada →
The Jamaican National Team held a press conference yesterday in Kingston, Jamaica, as they prepare to face Canada on Sunday in an international friendly. Captained by Sounders FC defender Tyrone…
An unfamiliar foe →
Sounders FC forward Nate Jaqua’s big-game experience will be valuable to the Sounders this year, but first he is recovering from a nagging off-season injury.
A long path to Seattle →
Patrick Lane took a lengthy road to the Sounders FC. The 21-year-old goalkeeper from Coto de Caza, Calif., started along a traditional route when he enrolled at Loyola Marymount University. But then…
MLS and Players Union extend negotiations through... →
The current CBA, the first in MLS history, is a five-year agreement that had been scheduled to expire on Jan. 31, 2010.
Nothing like Seattle →
Stephen King will face his hometown team in MLS First Kick, but his true allegiances lie in the Emerald City.
Sounders FC announce plans to break MLS record in... →
In 2009, the Sounders FC propelled themselves into new grounds for Major League Soccer when they became the first team in league history to crack the top 50 best supported clubs in the world. Their…
Sounders Preseason Match Announced →
As Seattle awaits their 2010 regular season schedule, the Colorado Rapids announced today that they will host the Sounders FC in the club’s inaugural Charity Shield match this preseason. On March…
Season Tickets capped at 32,000 →
The Seattle Sounders FC announced today that less than 1,000 season tickets remain for the 2010 season.
Graham fit for return →
Sounders FC defender Taylor Graham is out for redemption after missing most of the 2009 season with injuries.
Education is paramount for Sounders rookie →
Mike Seamon misses his family. He also misses his friends. But mostly, he’s missing his classes. “I am skipping class right now,” Seamon laughed after training with the Sounders on Tuesday. The…
Wallace striving for role with Sounders FC →
Jamel Wallace had a somewhat atypical reaction when he was drafted in the fourth round of the 2010 MLS SupderDraft. After the Sounders FC drafted him with the 59th overall selection, Wallace probably…
A keeper looks at 40 →
Kasey Keller may have celebrated his 40th birthday this offseason, but that won’t slow him down on the field.
“Ljundberg FTW! “I CAN HAPPILY SAY THAT IT FEELS VERY NICE TO BE ABLE TO...”
– From Feb 1st I will be with my team in Seattle! : Freddie Speaks Up! | Official Freddie Ljungberg Blog | freddie.speaksup.com
Weekend Links ... →
Busy day with the start of training today. You can read Don Ruiz’s piece with The News Tribune, with a fancy reference to The Who in the title and a focus on the team’s continuity in the story.
Storm before the calm →
Brad Evans returns from a hectic off-season with a renewed focus.
Estrada makes transition in Day One →
David Estrada’s excitement after being drafted 11th overall by the Sounders FC in the 2010 MLS SuperDraft was well-documented. He ran into his yard screaming for joy when he heard his name called by…
“The final roster will consist of 24 players. All of the players protected from...”
– Sounders | Camp opens Monday for Sounders FC, but for how long? | Seattle Times Newspaper
Sounders FC/ODP win regionals →
The Sounders FC/Olympic Development Program teams may only be part of an infant program in the world of youth soccer, but they wasted no time in finding their way to the top of the regional ladder. Of the eight squads, six reached last weekend’s semifinals at the ODP Region IV tournament in Phoenix. Of those six, three reached the finals. And of those three, the 1996 Boys and 1995 Boys teams won...
“Sounders Ianni, Zakuani and Riley help GFC raise $11,971 and counting! Send...”
– Sounders Ianni, Zakuani and Riley help GFC raise $11,971 and counting! Send donation in!
Seven new faces in camp →
When the Sounders FC open training camp Monday, 25 familiar names will appear on the roster. But seven will be new to the Sounders FC in 2010. Here are those players: David Estrada The Sounders…
Sounders Fans Help Haiti →
Supporter groups Gorilla FC and Emerald City Supporters raised over $13,000 in events to raise funds for Haitian relief Saturday
Rumors swirl around Sounders FC's 'two Freds'... →
Seattle Sounders FC pre-season training kicks off Monday January 25th at Starfire Sports Complex in Tukwila. As Sounders supporters count down the hours to the beginning of a new season, they are also counting the growing number of rumors and news articles suggesting foreign imports Freddie Ljungberg and Fredy Montero have one foot out the Emerald City door.
Riley Weighs In On Relief Efforts →
I spoke with James Riley today about Saturday night’s fundraiser at the George & Dragon. Here’s what James had to say. “When I was home I was fully aware of what was going on in Haiti. Seeing all…
Looking for a puppy ... →
Hey Sounders Fans. Thanks for all the well-wishes for the game tomorrow against Honduras. It is much appreciated. I have a favor to ask. My new bride and I are looking into getting a purebred…
Sounders Inaugural Season →
Kasey Keller makes a diving save. Fredy Montero unleashes a shot from his magical right foot. Freddie Ljungberg controls the action from the midfield. Add in Nate Jaqua celebrating a goal with the…
More for the USMNT and Haitian Relief →
The Emerald City Supporters have joined in the fundraising for Haitian relief on Saturday night. And they’ll be supporting the US Mens National Team in the process. As Brad Evans and the US squad…
Council Update →
The inaugural Sounders FC council has made several important decisions about the 2010 council.
Sports Star of the Year →
I’ve been to the Sports Star of the Year award banquet before, but I don’t remember it ever being like it was last night at Benaroya Hall as the ceremony celebrated its 75th year. Felix Hernandez,…
“Israeli midfielder Yakir Lusky, 24, is set to undergo a trial with MLS side...”
– Israeli player to trial with MLS side Seattle Sounders - IMScouting
Former Sounder Retires →
Former Seattle Sounder Andrew Gregor announced his retirement today after a professional career spanning 12 seasons. He played with eight different clubs in his career and suited up with…
National Team News ... and More →
Sounders FC defender Tyrone Marshall has been called in to the Jamaica National Team for its January 31 home friendly with Canada. Marshall has 68 caps and last played for the Reggae Boyz during…
Links from the weekend ... →
Sounders FC The club is scheduled to head to a new training facility south of Phoenix early in February. SoccerAmerica.com wrote about the facility and the widespread use it will get over the…
House and Senate recognize Sounders FC →
In case you missed it on Friday, Adrian Hanauer and Kasey Keller were on hand in Kasey’s hometown of Olympia, WA to witness the adoption of State Senate Resolution 8667 and State House of…
“@WeAreECS and American Outlaws Seattle are proud to partner with The Atlantic...”
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WatchWashington adopts Sounders FC resolution Kasey Keller and Adrian Hanauer were present as the Washington State Senate and House recognized the Seattle Sounders FC’s positive contribution to the state on many levels. (via Washington adopts Sounders FC resolution - Seattle Sounders Football Club)
“FIFA to let Henry slide: “At its meeting on 18 January 2010, the...”
– FIFA not taking any action over Thierry Henry handball - ESPN Soccernet
How was the SuperDraft? →
Having followed the 2009 SuperDraft from home, this year was my first chance to experience the Draft live in-person. There were a lot of things that I found particularly noteworthy of my first…
Players and Gorilla FC team up for Haiti →
James Riley and Steve Zakuani connect with supporters club Gorilla FC to raise money for Yele Haiti Earthquake Relief fund at George and Dragon Pub in Seattle.
Sounders FC picks UCLA's David Estrada in... →
With the 11th pick in the first round the Sounders FC chose UCLA forward David Estrada (photo courtesy of UCLA Athletics)
2010 SuperDraft Live Blog →
David Estrada was chosen #11 overall by the Sounders FC (photo courtesy of UCLA Athletics)
Sounders FC makes Estrada top pick →
Seattle selects three players in franchise’s second MLS SuperDraft.
Schmetzer Drops Opening Puck →
The Thunderbirds are hosting Sounders FC Supporters Night at the Showare Center in Kent Saturday night. The Thunderbirds will face the Kamloops Blazers in WHL action and Sounders FC assistant coach…
Sounders FC adds versatility in SuperDraft →
Midfielder David Estrada headlines the 2010 Seattle draft class