Category Archives: derek richey
Loose Lips Sink Ships: Is Klinsmann Losing the Locker Room? (Costa Rica Preview)
by Derek Richey and Brett Corbit “Frustration is mounting,” writes Brian Straus in his recent Sporting News article. And I don’ think any of us were surprised to hear that Carlos Bocanegra was broken-hearted and upset by Klinsmann’s decision to not start him versus Honduras, but according to Straus, the …
Why Mike Magee Should Get a Call-up to the US National Team
by Derek Richey Mike Magee. What a guy. Is there any doubt about his ability to take a ball on the cut or out of the air? Is there any doubt about his skills on the ground? Is there any doubt that he’s one of the best American players to …
Jurgen Klinsmann Needs a Look in the Mirror, and Soon
The US Players aren’t the only ones letting Jurgen Klinsmann and US fans down… And its not all tired legs, long trips and long grass either… And it isn’t just the evolution of CONCACAF. And this isn’t the first team to face those challenges.
US v Honduras Aftermath: Why You Should Be Concerned
So Jurgen Klinsmann says we’ll see a very different team for the next qualifier in March. I hope so. We’d like to see a very different Jurgen Klinsmann. Why you should be concerned by the US v Honduras result….
US v Canada January 2013 Friendly: Who Plays? Who Starts? Does it Matter?
The guys discuss the US v Canada friendly coming up in late January 2013. Who plays? Who doesn’t? Does it matter? If so, how much? Who’s got a real shot at making the big boys roster in 2014? On the Straight Red Card. www.thestraightredcard.com
The State of MLS After Beckham; the Cosmos the Next NY MLS Team or Not?
The guys discuss the state of the league after Beckham’s time with LA, and whether the NY Cosmos, or another team, will get the NY spot that Garber keeps rapping about. On The Straight Red Card. www.thestraightredcard.com
Landon Donovan Really Quiting Soccer?
Is Landon Donovan quitting soccer? Were Landon’s admissions over the past month the real deal? Why didn’t he take some time off and THEN tell us about his soul-searching/burn-out? Why build the anticipation? Why not just take some time off and then let us know? On The Straight Red Card.
Damarcus Beasley to a New NASL Indianapolis Franchise in 2014? w/ Peter Wilt Part 2
The guys talk with Peter Wilt (former Chicago Fire GM) about how a new NASL Indianapolis team could connect with Indiana fans. How about a team full of players with Indiana roots? Could it be done? Damarcus Beasley to a new Indy franchise? Why not? Yes, and Peter Wilt explains. …
Building Pro Soccer Across the US and Indianapolis w/ Peter Wilt (Part 1)
Peter Wilt discusses with the guys concerning the expansion of NASL in North America, and in particular, Indianapolis. What makes Indy the right spot? Will it be viable? What are the plans to build a fan base in Indy? On the Straight Red Card. www.thestraightredcard.com
US v Antigua & Barbuda World Cup Qualifier: It Didn’t Need to be That Close
The guys discuss and review the US match vs Antigua & Barbuda in the 2012 World Cup Qualifier. The US slips by with a 2-1 win. Eddie Johnson comes away with two goals but does he deserve a “9″ rating? When we get into the hexagon, how comfortable do you …
