As the season approaches, we wanted to take a look at the challenges facing Major League Soccer (MLS). First and foremost, the struggling world economy threatens every major sport. The National Football League (NFL) and its teams have made significant reductions in staff. Even worse The Arena Football League (AFL) Board of Directors decided to suspend the 2009 season. Some remain optimistic, but it is clear that this league’s future is in serious doubt. Our local American Indoor Football Association (AIFA) team, the Canton
The entire Galaxy organization has to be up in arms with the prospect of losing both David Beckham and Landon Donovan. It seems like a disastrous situation for the L.A. club. Could this all be a blessing? It might be if the rumors regarding Michael Owen are true. The L.A. Times and other reputable sources confirm the Galaxy’s interest in the Newcastle striker. Owen would bring instant credibility to MLS as he would be the first European star to come to
Keith Binns tells a lively story about the history of American soccer. However, it is not one full of dates and statisitics. It is the story of a personal journey that is spread over decades, a journey of a soccer pioneer. This journey would take him around the world, leaving his love for the game at every stop. It all started when a newcomer from England decided to transplant “the beautiful game” in America. In 1955, the owner of a community
Cover Art Courtesy of Skyhorse Publishing Some things about Diego Maradona are undeniable. He is arguably the world’s greatest footballer. He is also the most controversial and the most misunderstood. Maradona is best described as an enigma. The book was simply amazing. It is hard to imagine a better story about Maradona because it comes right from the source. It captures the true emotions of the man, one who loves both his family and the beautiful game. He is upfront and
We were given the opportunity to review Konami’s newest installment of the Pro Evolution series: PES 09 for the PS3 and Wii. Overall, it is an excellent game that offers a great deal to hardcore and casual soccer fans alike. It accurately recreates the total soccer experience, which is not an easy thing to do. I have to admit that I have always been fond of Konami products. I remember playing Blades of Steel on my NES as a young