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