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“The Grand Conceit of American Soccer” or the Conceit of the Author?
The guys discuss Ken Sweda’s recent bashing of MLS, the USSF in his article on 3Four3 called “The Grand Conceit of American Soccer” where Sweda refers to MLS fans as “bamboozled” and American MLS players as “sub-par” and “soccer deficient college graduates.” Not that the article needs more views, but …
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 …
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.
Building a Fan Base in New Expansion Teams: Peter Wilt Talks Indianapolis Soccer Part 3
Former Chicago Fire GM Peter Wilt discusses the ins-and-outs of building a new fan base for an expansion team. Who are they? What are the growing demographics? How do we reach them? In particular, Peter addresses the process of bringing an NASL team to Indianapolis. If you’re in the Indy …
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. …
Solo Slams Chastain, Klinsmann Disses Lichaj for Roster vs Jamaica?
Hope Solo slams Brandi Chastain again on E:60. Klinsmann names the US Roster for the upcoming qualifiers vs Jamaica. Spector makes the squad but Lichaj gets omitted.
Garber & MLS “Better” About Allowing Players Go Abroad?
Are Don Garber and MLS serious about becoming a selling league? Are we under or over-valuing or players? Thoughts about Cameron’s move to Stoke. Tightshirt Twellman says he’s surprised Demerit hasn’t gotten another chance at the Nats–are you? On The Straight Red Card.
