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Raul + MLS? Another aging stars looks transatlantic

February 25th, 2009

The good news first: the US has an appeal to international stars like Real Madrid’s Raul for the experience of living in the United States

…As an experience, not just for me but also for my family, I could try to play a year probably in the United States. If I did it, it would be for the experience. Read more…

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A beautiful day for the beautiful game: US vs. Mexico breaks records

February 16th, 2009

If the comprehensively solid play of the US vs Mexico and the lucky right foot of Michael Bradley weren’t enough, these record-breaking viewer stats should give you a sunny outlook on the state of the beautiful game in the US

  1. 1.2 million viewers on ESPN2: the most watched World Cup Qualifier ever on that network Read more…

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Rapids partner with Real Maryland FC of the USL-2

January 30th, 2009

Real Maryland FC LogoThe Rapids have partnered with Real Maryland FC of the USL Division II soccer league. Already partnered with Arsenal of the English Premier League and Club de Futbol Pachuca of Mexican’s Premier Division, this sets up a cooperation with one of our home grown leagues.

In leagues like the EPL there is a contiguous development of talent between the various divisions, similar to baseball here in the US. College soccer Read more…

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Rapids Training Schedule for week of January 26

January 26th, 2009

Rapids Media sent out this schedule today

Colorado Begin Preparation for 14th Season

COMMERCE CITY, COLO. (Monday, January 26, 2009) – The Colorado Rapids kickoff their preseason training sessions in advance of the 2009 MLS season this week with Wednesday, Jan. 28 marking the first day on the pitch. Read more…

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Goodbye Bouna, Hello Pickens and Ceus

January 17th, 2009

Rapids fans must bid farewell to one of the most enigmatic players on our Squad, Bouna Coundoul. The Sengalese player was known for his near asceticism, devout faith, and ridiculous starting salary of $30,000. More importantly to the Rapids, his aggressive style of goal keeping took your breath away (and usually the ball as well). Read more…

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The Rapids move forward in the 2009 Superdraft

January 17th, 2009

The Rapids selected 3 forwards, 2 defenders, and a goalkeeper in the 2009 Superdraft. I have written previously about Colorado’s lack of a quality finisher, hopefully one of these 3 forwards can develop into that role.

The first round contained a whole lot of Terrapins, but the Rapids were on the sidelines having traded their first round pick to obtain Christian Gomez Read more…

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Essential questions going into 2009

December 22nd, 2008

I stood in disbelief as Real Salt Lake scored in the final minute to end the Rapids season and eliminate a playoff run. In the same moment I thought…”well there’s always next year.”

Next year is now upon us, with the season kicking off March 21st at Chivas USA. So what are there essential questions we face? I have felt we lack a quality finisher Read more…

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