Monthly Archives: April 2002

GOALKEEPER Matt Smith (Boston University), Sr. (1) Makes nine saves in a 1-0 shutout of No. 4 Connecticut to lead the Terriers into the Top 25. DEFENDERS Nick Gannon (Saint Louis), Jr. (1) Anchors a Billiken defense that holds UAB to just four shots — and Blazers' top two threats without a shot on goal […]

In recent years, soccer leaders have recognized and addressed flaws in the way top young American players are identified. Regional and state administrators, following Steve Sampson's Southern California lead, are reaching out to overlooked groups, including minorities and players in non-U.S. Youth Soccer programs. The results are promising. More can be done, others insist. Proving […]

GOALKEEPER Matt Smith (Boston University), Sr. (1) Makes nine saves in a 1-0 shutout of No. 4 Connecticut to lead the Terriers into the Top 25. DEFENDERS Nick Gannon (Saint Louis), Jr. (1) Anchors a Billiken defense that holds UAB to just four shots — and Blazers' top two threats without a shot on goal […]

GOALKEEPER Matt Smith (Boston University), Sr. (1) Makes nine saves in a 1-0 shutout of No. 4 Connecticut to lead the Terriers into the Top 25. DEFENDERS Nick Gannon (Saint Louis), Jr. (1) Anchors a Billiken defense that holds UAB to just four shots — and Blazers' top two threats without a shot on goal […]

BY RIDGE MAHONEY The bizarre format be damned: this year's MLS playoffs figure to be every bit as compelling and competitive as was the regular season. Flaws abound in the first-to-five system but even the most strident critics can't dispute that it does tend to reward the team playing better soccer. Any one game can […]

BY RIDGE MAHONEY The bizarre format be damned: this year's MLS playoffs figure to be every bit as compelling and competitive as was the regular season. Flaws abound in the first-to-five system but even the most strident critics can't dispute that it does tend to reward the team playing better soccer. Any one game can […]

BY RIDGE MAHONEY The bizarre format be damned: this year's MLS playoffs figure to be every bit as compelling and competitive as was the regular season. Flaws abound in the first-to-five system but even the most strident critics can't dispute that it does tend to reward the team playing better soccer. Any one game can […]

BY RIDGE MAHONEY The bizarre format be damned: this year's MLS playoffs figure to be every bit as compelling and competitive as was the regular season. Flaws abound in the first-to-five system but even the most strident critics can't dispute that it does tend to reward the team playing better soccer. Any one game can […]

BY RIDGE MAHONEY The bizarre format be damned: this year's MLS playoffs figure to be every bit as compelling and competitive as was the regular season. Flaws abound in the first-to-five system but even the most strident critics can't dispute that it does tend to reward the team playing better soccer. Any one game can […]

BY RIDGE MAHONEY The bizarre format be damned: this year's MLS playoffs figure to be every bit as compelling and competitive as was the regular season. Flaws abound in the first-to-five system but even the most strident critics can't dispute that it does tend to reward the team playing better soccer. Any one game can […]

BY RIDGE MAHONEY The bizarre format be damned: this year's MLS playoffs figure to be every bit as compelling and competitive as was the regular season. Flaws abound in the first-to-five system but even the most strident critics can't dispute that it does tend to reward the team playing better soccer. Any one game can […]

BY RIDGE MAHONEY The bizarre format be damned: this year's MLS playoffs figure to be every bit as compelling and competitive as was the regular season. Flaws abound in the first-to-five system but even the most strident critics can't dispute that it does tend to reward the team playing better soccer. Any one game can […]

BY RIDGE MAHONEY The bizarre format be damned: this year's MLS playoffs figure to be every bit as compelling and competitive as was the regular season. Flaws abound in the first-to-five system but even the most strident critics can't dispute that it does tend to reward the team playing better soccer. Any one game can […]

BY RIDGE MAHONEY The bizarre format be damned: this year's MLS playoffs figure to be every bit as compelling and competitive as was the regular season. Flaws abound in the first-to-five system but even the most strident critics can't dispute that it does tend to reward the team playing better soccer. Any one game can […]

BY RIDGE MAHONEY The bizarre format be damned: this year's MLS playoffs figure to be every bit as compelling and competitive as was the regular season. Flaws abound in the first-to-five system but even the most strident critics can't dispute that it does tend to reward the team playing better soccer. Any one game can […]

The Facts Born: May 24, 1982, in Fort Wayne, Ind. Hometown: Fort Wayne, Ind. Pro clubs: Los Angeles Galaxy (1999), Chicago Fire (2000-present). USA: 7 caps, 1 goal. Gold Cup: 2002. U-20 World Cup: 2001. U-17 World Cup: 1999.   DaMarcus' Favorites Musical artist: Nas. Actor: Chris Tucker. Actress: Halle Berry. Film: "Last of the […]

The Facts Born: May 24, 1982, in Fort Wayne, Ind. Hometown: Fort Wayne, Ind. Pro clubs: Los Angeles Galaxy (1999), Chicago Fire (2000-present). USA: 7 caps, 1 goal. Gold Cup: 2002. U-20 World Cup: 2001. U-17 World Cup: 1999.   DaMarcus' Favorites Musical artist: Nas. Actor: Chris Tucker. Actress: Halle Berry. Film: "Last of the […]

BY RIDGE MAHONEY The bizarre format be damned: this year's MLS playoffs figure to be every bit as compelling and competitive as was the regular season. Flaws abound in the first-to-five system but even the most strident critics can't dispute that it does tend to reward the team playing better soccer. Any one game can […]

One of the unfamiliar faces on the Mexico Gold Cup roster refined his game at the high school and college level in California. “I was spending my [Christmas] vacation with my family,” said Carlos Ochoa (left) of his Gold Cup invitation. “I was surprised. They called me and told me I was selected, and I […]

For most of 2002 World Cup qualifying, the United States seldom played its game. It did well enough – eight wins, four losses and four ties – to qualify, but it rarely played as a team. Not until the 2002 Gold Cup did the Americans orchestrate the action consistently from one game to the next. […]

The Facts Born: May 24, 1982, in Fort Wayne, Ind. Hometown: Fort Wayne, Ind. Pro clubs: Los Angeles Galaxy (1999), Chicago Fire (2000-present). USA: 7 caps, 1 goal. Gold Cup: 2002. U-20 World Cup: 2001. U-17 World Cup: 1999.   DaMarcus' Favorites Musical artist: Nas. Actor: Chris Tucker. Actress: Halle Berry. Film: "Last of the […]

The Facts Born: May 24, 1982, in Fort Wayne, Ind. Hometown: Fort Wayne, Ind. Pro clubs: Los Angeles Galaxy (1999), Chicago Fire (2000-present). USA: 7 caps, 1 goal. Gold Cup: 2002. U-20 World Cup: 2001. U-17 World Cup: 1999.   DaMarcus' Favorites Musical artist: Nas. Actor: Chris Tucker. Actress: Halle Berry. Film: "Last of the […]

Agnes Scott College 141 E College Ave., Decatur GA 30030-3797; soccer office: (404) 471-6941, admissions office: (404) 471-6285, fax: (404) 471-6099; email: lleduc@agnesscott.edu; URL: http://www.agnesscott.edu. Private, 4 year, enrollment: 850. Coach: Laura LeDuc. Affiliation: NCAA Div III, Conference: Independent. 1998 record: 6-11-0; 1999 record: 13-3-0; 2000 record: 8-5-1. Cost: $14,825 per year. Soccer scholarships: None […]

Agnes Scott College 141 E College Ave., Decatur GA 30030-3797; soccer office: (404) 471-6941, admissions office: (404) 471-6285, fax: (404) 471-6099; email: lleduc@agnesscott.edu; URL: http://www.agnesscott.edu. Private, 4 year, enrollment: 850. Coach: Laura LeDuc. Affiliation: NCAA Div III, Conference: Independent. 1998 record: 6-11-0; 1999 record: 13-3-0; 2000 record: 8-5-1. Cost: $14,825 per year. Soccer scholarships: None […]

Agnes Scott College 141 E College Ave., Decatur GA 30030-3797; soccer office: (404) 471-6941, admissions office: (404) 471-6285, fax: (404) 471-6099; email: lleduc@agnesscott.edu; URL: http://www.agnesscott.edu. Private, 4 year, enrollment: 850. Coach: Laura LeDuc. Affiliation: NCAA Div III, Conference: Independent. 1998 record: 6-11-0; 1999 record: 13-3-0; 2000 record: 8-5-1. Cost: $14,825 per year. Soccer scholarships: None […]