Category Archives: MLS

Ayn Rand Reflects upon the MLS Cup, Beckham, Objectivism

Noted American philosopher and novelist Ayn Rand has graciously cleared her hectic social schedule to answer a few questions about the MLS cup, David Beckham, and also her philosophy of “objectivism.” Please note that while I am a fan of … Continue reading

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Emotions at the Long Awaited Return to See Sporting KC…

“Alison” by Elvis Costello & the Attractions

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The Day American Soccer Kinda Died: the NASL & the 80′s

I wrote a guest post as part of 80′s month at the Equaliser. My topic of choice? The much-maligned NASL. And its end. While I tried to balance the emotional aspect with the business side, I focused more on accounting … Continue reading

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A Few Thoughts on Sporting KC, Stadia, and “Roots”

It seems like only yesterday I was posting my first thoughts via the tongue & cheek MLS Manifesto. The major gripe? As a Kansas City Spurs, err Wiz, err Wizards, err Sporting, supporter, I had grown up watching my heroes … Continue reading

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Richard Whittall Sips from a New Fountain of Knowledge

We’ve heard a lot about the digital media revolution and the impending doom of traditional print sports journalism. But in my country, Canada, there is a winner emerging, an old familiar friend that not only refuses to leave your home, … Continue reading

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Spinning Circles in the World At Large, Part 2

If the last few weeks were slow in terms of news, this past week was a terrifying maze of delicious games. Like a child in a candy-store, I pocketed as many Hershey’s Kisses in my SopCast player as I could … Continue reading

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Football or Soccer: Post-Consumerism in the Globalization era

Let’s create a seductive & self-serving personal narrative, shall we? First, let’s point to two interesting trends across the Atlantic. Many Americans are turning their gaze to the English Premiership. In part, soccer, the sport itself, draws a crowd with … Continue reading

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Landon Donovan Files Suit for Fan Support

Don’t make that face. Don’t lie to me. As an individual with a blog and access to Google search analytics, I know the superficial truth and the deeper truth. You hate Landon.The phrase “Donovan is a b$$$ch” populates my website … Continue reading

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The MLS Cup – Glory Fades, Litigation Lingers

This will totally surprise and awe you, but I have written a guestpost. Take a deep breath and let that reality set in. [Pause] The topic? The MLS Cup. Kinda. Rather, I focus on the ensuing lawsuit stemming from a … Continue reading

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Thanksgiving Day Link Thievery

It has been a long time since I did one of these, so, in the spirit of Thanksgiving, I offer a buffet of delightful links and articles from the soccer blogosphere. Some may be a bit old, but rest assured, … Continue reading

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