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June 30th, 2009

Our Very Own Jarrod Smith is one of the Top Ten “más guapos” in the Confederations Cup

By: Laurie | Comments 8 Comments

First, I would like to start with what is becoming my standard Sounders “hottie” (shudder) disclaimer, as originally expressed in that Brad Evans Cosmo Girl thing.
The day I think of one of our young players as a “hottie” is the day I gouge out my own eyes and chop off my blogging fingers.
Got [...]



June 30th, 2009

Portland FO Tries to Head Off Fan Violence in US Open Cup Match

By: Laurie | Comments 19 Comments

It’s no secret that there is no love lost between Portland and Seattle when it comes to our soccer teams.
Okay, that’s a bit of an understatement. “Teams and supporters groups would cheerfully rip each other’s hearts out and consume them while they’re still beating” might be slightly more accurate. And with [...]

June 29th, 2009

Five Ways to Avoid Sounder Withdrawal

By: Steve | Comments 6 Comments

Are you feeling groggy and slower than usual? Do you lack the energy to get out of bed in the morning? Are your eyes red and irritated? Do you feel empty and unfulfilled?

June 29th, 2009

I Want Some of These for OUR Guys. (Oh, and Vote Nate!)

By: Laurie | Comments 4 Comments

I swiped this photo from Kristina over at the Crew blog. What do you think? Pretty easy to picture our logo on it, eh? And I can also easily imagine one on the hands of Kasey, Fredy, Freddie, Nate and the gang.
Also, I woke up smiling to myself this morning [...]

June 28th, 2009

Live From My Couch: Seattle Sounders FC v. Colorado Rapids

By: Steve | Comments 18 Comments

The final whistle blows. Must feel good to be a Sounder right now. Outstanding game, though shaky in the first half. 3-0 Man of the match goes to Fredy Montero with a goal and two assists, but more importantly showing the vision and awareness of an elite player. Great [...]



June 27th, 2009

So Here’s the REAL Reason that ACES Hate Us

By: Laurie | Comments 1 Comment

If you’re looking for actual team news, I’m pretty sure that Steve will be back with game-related stuff very, very soon. In the meantime, I have some utterly trashily humorous news for you.
(Oh, don’t thank me. It’s what I do.)
Okay, so you remember ACES? The “Any Club Except Seattle” losers? [...]

June 25th, 2009

Brad Evans, Tyrone Marshall Called Up For CONCACAF Gold Cup

By: Steve | Comments No Comments

Congratulations to Brad Evans, who receives his first call up to the full men’s national team. He will join the team for training next week as the USA takes on Grenada in Seattle on July 4th. Tickets are still available. The USA will also take on Honduras on July 8th in Washington, DC [...]

June 24th, 2009

If You Don’t Want to Read Laurie’s Personal Update, then Just Read the New Leftback Transfer Rumor

By: Laurie | Comments 9 Comments

Hey, all! Long time no…whatever. Thought you’d be interested in this new rumor, courtesy of “Neemtree” on the Goal Seattle forums.
http://www.monumental.co.cr/noticiaD.aspx?idParrafo=5147
Saw this link posted on another board Leonardo Gonzalez is Costa Rican Left back/winger he’s 28 and has made 59 appearances for the Costa Rican National Team. If this is true [...]

June 23rd, 2009

The (just about) Mid-Season Report Card

By: Steve | Comments 7 Comments

With 15 games behind them and 16 to go, Seattle has played above and beyond expectations for an expansion franchise. Sitting in 3rd place in the dominant Western Conference with 22 points, Seattle is in good position to make the MLS playoffs. A run at the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup is within [...]

June 22nd, 2009

Freddie Ljunberg Interview on ESPN.COM

By: Steve | Comments Comments Off

“They are going a bit nuts up there.”






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