Official Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
TIMBERS STAT WATCH:
Bagley Nears 50-Game Mark
A handful of Timbers players have reached or are near career statistical markers through the first six matches of the 2007 season. Forward Chris Bagley needs to play in just one more match to have played in 50 regular-season USL First Division matches in his career. Defender Lee Morrison played in his 105th regular-season match for the Timbers on May 11 and now needs just 19 more before he reaches current head coach Gavin Wilkinson at 124 games - third-most in modern franchise history.
Now with 41 career goals in the USL First Division, midfielder Andrew Gregor, this season, is currently fourth in the league in points (9), second in goals (4) and has taken 19 shots in six matches to lead the league. Goalkeeper Josh Wicks is currently ranked second in the USL First Division in goals allowed (4), tied for third in wins (3), tied for second in shutouts (3) and has posted the second-best goals-against average in the league at 0.67.
The Timbers next league match is June 8 in Montreal. The match will be televised live on Fox Soccer Channel; kickoff is scheduled for 5 p.m. (Pacific Time).
Thursday, May 31, 2007
Wednesday, May 30, 2007
Bakersfield Brigade Press Release
Official Press Release From Bakersfield Brigade
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Brigade to Host Portland Timbers in US Open Cup First Round
BAKERSFIELD, CA,
May 29, 2007
The Bakersfield Brigade Men’s PDL team received notice today from the U.S. Soccer Federation that they will host the Portland Timbers in the first round of tournament play on Tuesday June 12 at 7:30pm at Bakersfield Christian High School.
“Bringing the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup to Bakersfield is history in the making and we’re all very excited to be part of it,” stated Brigade Vice President and General Manager Joe Jimenez.
The Brigade qualified for the US Open Cup earlier this month and in fact were the first, out of all 63 PDL teams competing for a spot, to be given a birth into the tournament. In addition, the Brigade used only three of their four qualifying games to secure that birth, defeating the Fresno Fuego on April 28th (0-3), the OC Blue Star on May 5 (0-1) and the Lancaster Rattlers on May 18 (5-1).
“This is a great opportunity to showcase the talent of our team against the talent of a USL Division 1 team (Portland Timbers) at home and in front of our fans,” stated Brigade Head Coach Francisco Gomez.
The winner of the match will move on to the 2nd Round of the tournament and will face either the Banat Arsenal of the USASA or the Seattle Sounders of the USL’s First Division. The winner of the 2nd round will face a team from the MLS.
For more information pertaining to the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup, visit the official Open Cup website at www.usopencup.com .
For more information on the Bakersfield Brigade, please visit: http://www.bakersfieldbrigade.com or call 410-KICK.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Brigade to Host Portland Timbers in US Open Cup First Round
BAKERSFIELD, CA,
May 29, 2007
The Bakersfield Brigade Men’s PDL team received notice today from the U.S. Soccer Federation that they will host the Portland Timbers in the first round of tournament play on Tuesday June 12 at 7:30pm at Bakersfield Christian High School.
“Bringing the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup to Bakersfield is history in the making and we’re all very excited to be part of it,” stated Brigade Vice President and General Manager Joe Jimenez.
The Brigade qualified for the US Open Cup earlier this month and in fact were the first, out of all 63 PDL teams competing for a spot, to be given a birth into the tournament. In addition, the Brigade used only three of their four qualifying games to secure that birth, defeating the Fresno Fuego on April 28th (0-3), the OC Blue Star on May 5 (0-1) and the Lancaster Rattlers on May 18 (5-1).
“This is a great opportunity to showcase the talent of our team against the talent of a USL Division 1 team (Portland Timbers) at home and in front of our fans,” stated Brigade Head Coach Francisco Gomez.
The winner of the match will move on to the 2nd Round of the tournament and will face either the Banat Arsenal of the USASA or the Seattle Sounders of the USL’s First Division. The winner of the 2nd round will face a team from the MLS.
For more information pertaining to the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup, visit the official Open Cup website at www.usopencup.com .
For more information on the Bakersfield Brigade, please visit: http://www.bakersfieldbrigade.com or call 410-KICK.
Tuesday, May 29, 2007
Bakersfield Brigade vs. PTFC
Official Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
TIMBERS DRAW PDL'S BAKERSFIELD IN FIRST ROUND OF U.S. OPEN CUP
U.S. Soccer unveils first round pairings Tuesday
PORTLAND, Ore. - U.S. Soccer announced today the first round pairings of the 2007 U.S. Open Cup Tournament. The Portland Timbers will travel to face the Bakersfield Brigade of the USL Premier Development League (PDL) on June 12 in Bakersfield, Calif. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. at Bakersfield Christian High School.
All 32 lower-division clubs in the United States Adult Soccer Association (USASA), PDL, USL Second Division and USL First Division were paired according to geographical region. Eight Major League Soccer teams enter the tournament in the third round. The 16 first-round winners face off in Round 2, slated for June 26.
The Timbers are currently sixth in the USL First Division with a record of 3-1-2 (12pts). Led by midfielder Andrew Gregor, the Timbers have outscored opponents 9-4. Goalkeeper Josh Wicks has recorded three consecutive shutouts as the Timbers defense has not conceded a goal in the last 282 minutes of play.
With a record of 2-2-0 in U.S. Open Cup play, the Timbers have reached as high as the fourth round of the tournament in both 2004 and 2005.
The Brigade are currently ranked fifth in the Southwest Division of the Western Conference in the PDL. The Brigade was the first PDL team to clinch a US Open Cup berth with three consecutive wins in qualifying matches. With a record of 3-3-0 (9pts), the Brigade are led by forward Santiago Aguilera-Navarro, who has scored five goals, and goalkeeper Isreal Cisneros, who has recorded two shutouts, allowed just four goals in five games and has a goals-against average of 0.80.
Established in 2005, this is the Brigade's first U.S. Open Cup berth.
U.S. Open Cup Round 1 pairings:
Aegean Hawks (USASA) @ Harrisburg City Islanders (USL-2)
Crystal Palace Baltimore (USL-2) @ Ocean City Barons (PDL)
Long Island Rough Riders (PDL) @ Rochester Raging Rhinos (USL-1)
Western Mass Pioneers (USL-2) @ Danbury United (USASA)
Michigan Bucks (PDL) @ Richmond Kickers (USL-2)
Kansas City Brass (PDL) @ Cleveland City Stars (USL-2)
RWB Adrian (USASA) @ Carolina Railhawks (USL-1)
Cincinnati Kings (USL-2) @ Bavarian SC (USASA)
Dallas Azzurri (USASA) @ Atlanta Silverbacks (USL-1)
Lynch's Irish Pub (USASA) @ Charlotte Eagles (USL-2)
Central Florida Kraze (PDL) @ Charleston Battery (USL-1)
Miami FC (USL-1) @ El Paso Patriots (PDL)
El Paso Indios USA (USASA) @ Minnesota Thunder (USL-1)
California Victory (USL-1) @ BYU Cougars (PDL)
Banat Arsenal (USASA) @ Seattle Sounders (USL-1)
Portland Timbers (USL-1) @ Bakersfield Brigade (PDL)
ABOUT U.S. OPEN CUP
The U.S. Open Cup, which is recognized as U.S. Soccer's National Championship, is an annual competition open to all amateur and professional soccer teams affiliated with U.S. Soccer. The tournament has crowned a champion for 93 consecutive years dating back to 1914. The U.S. Open Cup is a single-elimination tournament.
For more information visit, www.usopencup.com.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
TIMBERS DRAW PDL'S BAKERSFIELD IN FIRST ROUND OF U.S. OPEN CUP
U.S. Soccer unveils first round pairings Tuesday
PORTLAND, Ore. - U.S. Soccer announced today the first round pairings of the 2007 U.S. Open Cup Tournament. The Portland Timbers will travel to face the Bakersfield Brigade of the USL Premier Development League (PDL) on June 12 in Bakersfield, Calif. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. at Bakersfield Christian High School.
All 32 lower-division clubs in the United States Adult Soccer Association (USASA), PDL, USL Second Division and USL First Division were paired according to geographical region. Eight Major League Soccer teams enter the tournament in the third round. The 16 first-round winners face off in Round 2, slated for June 26.
The Timbers are currently sixth in the USL First Division with a record of 3-1-2 (12pts). Led by midfielder Andrew Gregor, the Timbers have outscored opponents 9-4. Goalkeeper Josh Wicks has recorded three consecutive shutouts as the Timbers defense has not conceded a goal in the last 282 minutes of play.
With a record of 2-2-0 in U.S. Open Cup play, the Timbers have reached as high as the fourth round of the tournament in both 2004 and 2005.
The Brigade are currently ranked fifth in the Southwest Division of the Western Conference in the PDL. The Brigade was the first PDL team to clinch a US Open Cup berth with three consecutive wins in qualifying matches. With a record of 3-3-0 (9pts), the Brigade are led by forward Santiago Aguilera-Navarro, who has scored five goals, and goalkeeper Isreal Cisneros, who has recorded two shutouts, allowed just four goals in five games and has a goals-against average of 0.80.
Established in 2005, this is the Brigade's first U.S. Open Cup berth.
U.S. Open Cup Round 1 pairings:
Aegean Hawks (USASA) @ Harrisburg City Islanders (USL-2)
Crystal Palace Baltimore (USL-2) @ Ocean City Barons (PDL)
Long Island Rough Riders (PDL) @ Rochester Raging Rhinos (USL-1)
Western Mass Pioneers (USL-2) @ Danbury United (USASA)
Michigan Bucks (PDL) @ Richmond Kickers (USL-2)
Kansas City Brass (PDL) @ Cleveland City Stars (USL-2)
RWB Adrian (USASA) @ Carolina Railhawks (USL-1)
Cincinnati Kings (USL-2) @ Bavarian SC (USASA)
Dallas Azzurri (USASA) @ Atlanta Silverbacks (USL-1)
Lynch's Irish Pub (USASA) @ Charlotte Eagles (USL-2)
Central Florida Kraze (PDL) @ Charleston Battery (USL-1)
Miami FC (USL-1) @ El Paso Patriots (PDL)
El Paso Indios USA (USASA) @ Minnesota Thunder (USL-1)
California Victory (USL-1) @ BYU Cougars (PDL)
Banat Arsenal (USASA) @ Seattle Sounders (USL-1)
Portland Timbers (USL-1) @ Bakersfield Brigade (PDL)
ABOUT U.S. OPEN CUP
The U.S. Open Cup, which is recognized as U.S. Soccer's National Championship, is an annual competition open to all amateur and professional soccer teams affiliated with U.S. Soccer. The tournament has crowned a champion for 93 consecutive years dating back to 1914. The U.S. Open Cup is a single-elimination tournament.
For more information visit, www.usopencup.com.
U.S. Open Cup First Round Schedule Released
2007 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup
June 12
Portland Timbers (USL-1) at Bakersfield Brigade (PDL)
Bakersfield Christian H.S.
Bakersfield, Calififornia
7:30 p.m. PT
http://www.usopencup.com/2007q/161782.html
http://www.bakersfieldbrigade.com/
http://ussoccer.com/articles/viewArticle.jsp_281964.html
June 12
Portland Timbers (USL-1) at Bakersfield Brigade (PDL)
Bakersfield Christian H.S.
Bakersfield, Calififornia
7:30 p.m. PT
http://www.usopencup.com/2007q/161782.html
http://www.bakersfieldbrigade.com/
http://ussoccer.com/articles/viewArticle.jsp_281964.html
Monday, May 28, 2007
The 107 Report
A recap of Portland's 0-0 draw with the expansion Carolina Railhawks. Interview with Gavin Wilkinson. Some speculation of why certain players are or are not getting minutes. Total time 21:26. Music by Talking Heads and Lou Reed.
http://media.libsyn.com/media/the107report/The_107_Report_May_28_2007.mp3
http://media.libsyn.com/media/the107report/The_107_Report_May_28_2007.mp3
Sunday, May 27, 2007
The 107 Report
Quick analysis of Portland 2-0 prevail over California Victory and some quick interviews from Rochester and Seattle matches. Total Time 45:09. Music by The Smiths.
http://media.libsyn.com/media/the107report/The_107_Report_May_26_2007.mp3
http://media.libsyn.com/media/the107report/The_107_Report_May_26_2007.mp3
0-0 Is The Final Score Against Carolina
Official Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
TIMBERS, CAROLINA DRAW 0-0 SUNDAY AT PGE PARK
Josh Wicks records third shutout as
Timbers remain unbeaten at home
PORTLAND, Ore. - The Portland Timbers battled expansion side, the Carolina Railhawks, to a 0-0 draw in front of 5,026 at PGE Park Sunday night. The Timbers were held scoreless for just the second time this season despite an extra man as a Carolina player was sent off in the first half. Led by goalkeeper Josh Wicks, the Timbers defense continued its streak of shut out play.
Wicks recorded his third consecutive shut out of the season as the Timbers (3-1-2, 11pts) have not allowed a goal in 282 minutes. With the draw against Carolina (3-2-4, 13pts), the Timbers maintain an unblemished record of 3-0-2 at home.
The Timbers couldn't capitalize on a one-man advantage during the final 51 minutes of play. Carolina midfielder Jonny Steele was ejected from the match in the 39th minute after being issued his second caution of the night with a hard tackle on defender Scot Thompson.
Both teams had scoring opportunities through the first half. In the 22nd minute, Carolina forward Chris Carrieri chipped a shot wide of the far post from the top left corner of the six-yard box.
In the 28th minute, midfielder Andrew Gregor nearly scored his fifth goal of the season with a 19-yard free kick from the top right corner of the box. His shot bent around Carolina's four-man wall towards the top near corner of the goal but Railhawks goalkeeper Chris McClellan snagged the ball before it could sneak in.
The Timbers out shot Carolina 6-2 in the second half but couldn't find the back of the net. The Timbers had 11 total shots in the match.
With an 11-day layoff until their next regular-season match, the Timbers face Montreal and Rochester on the road in back-to-back matches June 8 and 9. The Timbers will play a scrimmage on Saturday, June 2 against the Oregon United Soccer Academy U-23 team at Sheldon High School in Eugene. Kickoff is set for 5 p.m. For more information visit, http://www.oregonunitedsoccer.org/.
Notes: The Timbers surpassed the 500,000 regular-season attendance mark Sunday night. The Timbers 500,000 fan was Valerie Roska from Wilsonville, Ore. . Midfielder Lawrence Olum made his first career start against Carolina . Midfielder Tom Taylor made his Timbers debut entering the match as a sub in the second half . There were 42 fouls called in the match including seven yellow cards and one red.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
TIMBERS, CAROLINA DRAW 0-0 SUNDAY AT PGE PARK
Josh Wicks records third shutout as
Timbers remain unbeaten at home
PORTLAND, Ore. - The Portland Timbers battled expansion side, the Carolina Railhawks, to a 0-0 draw in front of 5,026 at PGE Park Sunday night. The Timbers were held scoreless for just the second time this season despite an extra man as a Carolina player was sent off in the first half. Led by goalkeeper Josh Wicks, the Timbers defense continued its streak of shut out play.
Wicks recorded his third consecutive shut out of the season as the Timbers (3-1-2, 11pts) have not allowed a goal in 282 minutes. With the draw against Carolina (3-2-4, 13pts), the Timbers maintain an unblemished record of 3-0-2 at home.
The Timbers couldn't capitalize on a one-man advantage during the final 51 minutes of play. Carolina midfielder Jonny Steele was ejected from the match in the 39th minute after being issued his second caution of the night with a hard tackle on defender Scot Thompson.
Both teams had scoring opportunities through the first half. In the 22nd minute, Carolina forward Chris Carrieri chipped a shot wide of the far post from the top left corner of the six-yard box.
In the 28th minute, midfielder Andrew Gregor nearly scored his fifth goal of the season with a 19-yard free kick from the top right corner of the box. His shot bent around Carolina's four-man wall towards the top near corner of the goal but Railhawks goalkeeper Chris McClellan snagged the ball before it could sneak in.
The Timbers out shot Carolina 6-2 in the second half but couldn't find the back of the net. The Timbers had 11 total shots in the match.
With an 11-day layoff until their next regular-season match, the Timbers face Montreal and Rochester on the road in back-to-back matches June 8 and 9. The Timbers will play a scrimmage on Saturday, June 2 against the Oregon United Soccer Academy U-23 team at Sheldon High School in Eugene. Kickoff is set for 5 p.m. For more information visit, http://www.oregonunitedsoccer.org/.
Notes: The Timbers surpassed the 500,000 regular-season attendance mark Sunday night. The Timbers 500,000 fan was Valerie Roska from Wilsonville, Ore. . Midfielder Lawrence Olum made his first career start against Carolina . Midfielder Tom Taylor made his Timbers debut entering the match as a sub in the second half . There were 42 fouls called in the match including seven yellow cards and one red.
Carolina Railhawks at Portland Timbers
Carolina Railhawks at Portland Timbers
PGE Park
Sunday, May 27, 2007
Carolina Railhawks 0 - Portland Timbers 0
Timbers Lineup :
Josh Wicks, Scot Thompson, Justin Thompson, Cameron Knowles, Leonard Griffin, Troy Ready (Tom Taylor 45'), Tom Poltl (Neil Dombrowski 66'), Andrew Gregor, Bryan Jordan, Chris Bagley, Lawrence Olum (David Hague 79').
Railhawks Lineup :
Chris McClellan, David Stokes, Chad Dombrowski, Frankie Sanfillippo, Caleb Norkus, Kupono Low, Stuart Brightwell, Joey Worthen, Jonny Steele, Connally Edozien, Chris Carrieri.
Shots:
Timbers 11
Railhawks 4
Saves :
Timbers 1
Railhawks 4
Corners :
Timbers 1
Railhawks 0
Yellow Cards :
Jonny Steele, Chad Dombrowski, Kupono Low, Justin Thompson, Leonard Griffin, Joey Worthen, Bryan Jordan
Red Card :
Jonny Steele
Attendance :
5026
http://timbers.soccercityusa.com/car052707.htm
http://www.portlandtimbers.com/newsroom/pressreleases/index.html?article_id=414
http://www.portlandtimbers.com/insider/videonews/index.html?c=7&id=135&t=0
http://carolinarailhawks.com/matches/another-scoreless-stalemate-for-the-railhawks-2.html
http://www.oregonlive.com/sports/oregonian/index.ssf?/base/sports/1180333629241280.xml&coll=7&thispage=1
http://abclocal.go.com/wtvd/story?section=soccer&id=5344640
PGE Park
Sunday, May 27, 2007
Carolina Railhawks 0 - Portland Timbers 0
Timbers Lineup :
Josh Wicks, Scot Thompson, Justin Thompson, Cameron Knowles, Leonard Griffin, Troy Ready (Tom Taylor 45'), Tom Poltl (Neil Dombrowski 66'), Andrew Gregor, Bryan Jordan, Chris Bagley, Lawrence Olum (David Hague 79').
Railhawks Lineup :
Chris McClellan, David Stokes, Chad Dombrowski, Frankie Sanfillippo, Caleb Norkus, Kupono Low, Stuart Brightwell, Joey Worthen, Jonny Steele, Connally Edozien, Chris Carrieri.
Shots:
Timbers 11
Railhawks 4
Saves :
Timbers 1
Railhawks 4
Corners :
Timbers 1
Railhawks 0
Yellow Cards :
Jonny Steele, Chad Dombrowski, Kupono Low, Justin Thompson, Leonard Griffin, Joey Worthen, Bryan Jordan
Red Card :
Jonny Steele
Attendance :
5026
http://timbers.soccercityusa.com/car052707.htm
http://www.portlandtimbers.com/newsroom/pressreleases/index.html?article_id=414
http://www.portlandtimbers.com/insider/videonews/index.html?c=7&id=135&t=0
http://carolinarailhawks.com/matches/another-scoreless-stalemate-for-the-railhawks-2.html
http://www.oregonlive.com/sports/oregonian/index.ssf?/base/sports/1180333629241280.xml&coll=7&thispage=1
http://abclocal.go.com/wtvd/story?section=soccer&id=5344640
Saturday, May 26, 2007
PTFC Win 2-0 Over The California Victory
Official Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
TIMBERS SHUTOUT CALIFORNIA 2-0 AT PGE PARK
Jordan scores a goal and assists another in Timbers victory
PORTLAND, Ore. - Forward Bryan Jordan netted his second goal of the season and tallied an assist to help the Portland Timbers defeat the California Victory 2-0 at PGE Park Friday night in front of 4,795. With the match's attendance, the Timbers creep to within a few hundred fans to eclipse the 500,000 regular-season attendance mark.
The Timbers (3-1-1, 10pts) defense held the Victory (0-3-1, 1pt) to only three shots in the match helping goalkeeper Josh Wicks record his second shut out victory of the season. The Timbers have played 192 consecutive minutes of shut out soccer, the last goal allowed was in the 78th minute in the match against Seattle at PGE Park on May 11.
Defender Scot Thompson contributed to the victory scoring his first goal of the season in the 9th minute -also his first goal since June of 2006.
With the win the Timbers are now 3-0-1 at home and have outscored opponents 9-3 at PGE Park.
With Friday's attendance of 4,795, the Timbers are within a few hundred fans to break the 500,000 regular-season attendance mark. Since 2001, and including the 2007 season the Timbers have had 499,263 fans visit PGE Park for Timbers matches.
The Timbers jumped on the board in the 9th minute courtesy of Thompson. The play developed on a free kick by midfielder Andrew Gregor at the top right corner of the penalty area. His ball into the box connected with defender Cameron Knowles, but Knowles' shot was deflected by California goalkeeper Eric Reed out to Jordan on the wing. Jordan slotted the ball to Thompson, four yards out from goal, who re-directed the ball inside the far post for an early Timbers' lead.
In the 54th minute Jordan gave the Timbers a 2-0 lead over the Victory cleaning up a loose ball in front of the net. Gregor, on the right touch line about 30 yards from goal, sent a cross to forward Chris Bagley on the far post. Bagley's header was stopped by Reed, who appeared to take control of the ball. But Jordan found the loose ball and finished it for his second goal of the season and second in three matches.
The Timbers play their second match in three days on Sunday at PGE Park when they face the Carolina Railhawks at 6 p.m.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
TIMBERS SHUTOUT CALIFORNIA 2-0 AT PGE PARK
Jordan scores a goal and assists another in Timbers victory
PORTLAND, Ore. - Forward Bryan Jordan netted his second goal of the season and tallied an assist to help the Portland Timbers defeat the California Victory 2-0 at PGE Park Friday night in front of 4,795. With the match's attendance, the Timbers creep to within a few hundred fans to eclipse the 500,000 regular-season attendance mark.
The Timbers (3-1-1, 10pts) defense held the Victory (0-3-1, 1pt) to only three shots in the match helping goalkeeper Josh Wicks record his second shut out victory of the season. The Timbers have played 192 consecutive minutes of shut out soccer, the last goal allowed was in the 78th minute in the match against Seattle at PGE Park on May 11.
Defender Scot Thompson contributed to the victory scoring his first goal of the season in the 9th minute -also his first goal since June of 2006.
With the win the Timbers are now 3-0-1 at home and have outscored opponents 9-3 at PGE Park.
With Friday's attendance of 4,795, the Timbers are within a few hundred fans to break the 500,000 regular-season attendance mark. Since 2001, and including the 2007 season the Timbers have had 499,263 fans visit PGE Park for Timbers matches.
The Timbers jumped on the board in the 9th minute courtesy of Thompson. The play developed on a free kick by midfielder Andrew Gregor at the top right corner of the penalty area. His ball into the box connected with defender Cameron Knowles, but Knowles' shot was deflected by California goalkeeper Eric Reed out to Jordan on the wing. Jordan slotted the ball to Thompson, four yards out from goal, who re-directed the ball inside the far post for an early Timbers' lead.
In the 54th minute Jordan gave the Timbers a 2-0 lead over the Victory cleaning up a loose ball in front of the net. Gregor, on the right touch line about 30 yards from goal, sent a cross to forward Chris Bagley on the far post. Bagley's header was stopped by Reed, who appeared to take control of the ball. But Jordan found the loose ball and finished it for his second goal of the season and second in three matches.
The Timbers play their second match in three days on Sunday at PGE Park when they face the Carolina Railhawks at 6 p.m.
California Victory at Portland Timbers
California Victory at Portland Timbers
PGE Park
Friday, May 25, 2007
California Victory 0 - Portland Timbers 2
Timbers Lineup :
Josh Wicks, Scot Thompson, Justin Thompson, Cameron Knowles, Leonard Griffin, Troy Ready ("Kiki" Lara 85'), Tom Poltl, Andrew Gregor, Luke Kreamalmeyer, Bryan Jordan (Lawrence Olum 58'), Chris Bagley (Neil Dombrowski 76').
Victory Lineup :
Eric Reed, Ricky Herron, Ryan Suarez (Daniel Smith 84'), Hugo Casillas, Luis Aguilar, Chuck Kim (Raul Palomares 57'), Jose Retiz (Luis Mira 74'), Kiel McClung, Ricardo Sanchez, Yuri Morales, Ricky Hansen.
Goals:
Scot Thompson (assist from Bryan Jordan)
Bryan Jordan
Shots:
Timbers 18
Victory 3
Saves :
Timbers 1
Victory 6
Corners :
Timbers 8
Victory 6
Yellow Cards :
Hugo Cassilas, Ricky Herron, Andrew Gregor, Troy Ready
Red Card :
Ricky Herron
Attendance :
4795
http://www.portlandtimbers.com/newsroom/headlines/index.html?article_id=412
PGE Park
Friday, May 25, 2007
California Victory 0 - Portland Timbers 2
Timbers Lineup :
Josh Wicks, Scot Thompson, Justin Thompson, Cameron Knowles, Leonard Griffin, Troy Ready ("Kiki" Lara 85'), Tom Poltl, Andrew Gregor, Luke Kreamalmeyer, Bryan Jordan (Lawrence Olum 58'), Chris Bagley (Neil Dombrowski 76').
Victory Lineup :
Eric Reed, Ricky Herron, Ryan Suarez (Daniel Smith 84'), Hugo Casillas, Luis Aguilar, Chuck Kim (Raul Palomares 57'), Jose Retiz (Luis Mira 74'), Kiel McClung, Ricardo Sanchez, Yuri Morales, Ricky Hansen.
Goals:
Scot Thompson (assist from Bryan Jordan)
Bryan Jordan
Shots:
Timbers 18
Victory 3
Saves :
Timbers 1
Victory 6
Corners :
Timbers 8
Victory 6
Yellow Cards :
Hugo Cassilas, Ricky Herron, Andrew Gregor, Troy Ready
Red Card :
Ricky Herron
Attendance :
4795
http://www.portlandtimbers.com/newsroom/headlines/index.html?article_id=412
Wednesday, May 23, 2007
Official Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Timbers sign a third goalkeeper, Steve Reese, for 2007 season
The Timbers announced today the signing of goalkeeper Steve Reese for the 2007 season. Reese, who played for the PDL Cascade Surge in 2006, has played professionally overseas in Romania and England and spent time with Major League Soccer's Red Bull New York in 2004.
Last season with the Surge, Reese was 1-4-0 in six appearances. He played 367 minutes, recorded 26 saves and allowed nine goals for a 2.70 goals-against average. Reese, 26, was an assistant coach for the women's program at Oregon State University in 2006 and is the Director of Coaching for a youth club he started in Salem, Ore.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Timbers sign a third goalkeeper, Steve Reese, for 2007 season
The Timbers announced today the signing of goalkeeper Steve Reese for the 2007 season. Reese, who played for the PDL Cascade Surge in 2006, has played professionally overseas in Romania and England and spent time with Major League Soccer's Red Bull New York in 2004.
Last season with the Surge, Reese was 1-4-0 in six appearances. He played 367 minutes, recorded 26 saves and allowed nine goals for a 2.70 goals-against average. Reese, 26, was an assistant coach for the women's program at Oregon State University in 2006 and is the Director of Coaching for a youth club he started in Salem, Ore.
PTFC Scrimmage Against OUSA U-23s
Official Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Scrimmage against OUSA U-23s set for June 2 at Sheldon High School in Eugene
Breaking up another extended break between regular-season matches, the Timbers will travel to Eugene to face the Oregon United Soccer Academy's U-23 team on June 2 at Sheldon High School. Kickoff is scheduled for 5 p.m. Tickets are $6.
Prior to the match, there will be a free futsal clinic ran by OUSA coach and Brazilian native Jose da Silva from 3-4 p.m. Gates open at 4 p.m.
For more information log on to www.oregonunitedsoccer.org
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Scrimmage against OUSA U-23s set for June 2 at Sheldon High School in Eugene
Breaking up another extended break between regular-season matches, the Timbers will travel to Eugene to face the Oregon United Soccer Academy's U-23 team on June 2 at Sheldon High School. Kickoff is scheduled for 5 p.m. Tickets are $6.
Prior to the match, there will be a free futsal clinic ran by OUSA coach and Brazilian native Jose da Silva from 3-4 p.m. Gates open at 4 p.m.
For more information log on to www.oregonunitedsoccer.org
Tuesday, May 22, 2007
Official PTFC Press Release About New Owners
Official Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
PORTLAND BEAVERS, PORTLAND TIMBERS ANNOUNCE NEW OWNERSHIP
New owner aims to make PGE Park the preeminent destination for family entertainment
Portland, Ore. - The Portland Beavers, the Triple-A affiliate of the San Diego Padres, and the Portland Timbers professional soccer team, announced today that an agreement has been signed to sell the team to Shortstop, LLC.
The new ownership will consist primarily of Merritt Paulson, Manager of Shortstop, LLC and most recently Senior Director of Marketing and Business Development at NBA Entertainment in New York. As part of the purchase Merritt, 34, and his wife, Heather, are in the process of moving to Portland and becoming part of the local community.
Paulson will assume the role of President and general manager for the Portland Beavers, and President of the Portland Timbers, currently open positions.
The long-term goals of the new ownership will be to optimize and continue to improve the fan experience at all PGE Park events. Paulson also is fiercely dedicated to better integrating the two franchises together into the Portland community and will be focusing on community outreach. "These teams can be a catalyst to help people of all ages by getting them involved, in helping to shine a light on areas of the community that need attention, and by generating the resources needed to make this community a better place for everyone. We have several significant announcements along these lines in the near future, so stay tuned," Paulson added.
"I’m looking forward to building on the rich baseball and soccer tradition in Portland with a focus on community involvement," Paulson said. "My aim is to make PGE Park the preeminent destination for family entertainment."
Paulson believes the Portland community and the teams are at a crucial crossroads in their relationship. "Portland is a fabulous baseball market, and I see enormous soccer growth potential here as well. There is tremendous positive momentum with the Beavers and Timbers, and I believe we can build on that to create the ultimate family sports entainment experience befitting a city of Portland’s caliber."
Paulson’s professional career has been focused on consumer entertainment and sports, which will provide a strong foundation for ownership in both minor league teams. After completing his MBA at Harvard, Paulson was part of a joint venture in Palo Alto, Calif., that focused on building high-speed wireless networks. He then moved to New York to become the manager of HBO on Demand and was part of the team that launced the premium subscription video on-demand service. After HBO, Paulson moved to NBA Entertainment and has been serving as the Senior Director of Marketing and business Development at NBA Entertainment for the last four years. In that role, he helped launch and develop NBA TV and had responsibility for both marketing and business development efforts of NBA TV and NBA LEAGUE PASS.
From a personal standpoint, Paulson is looking forward to getting to the Northwest and starting his life here. He and his wife are passionate outdoor enthusiasts who have made many visits to Portland to enjoy the outdoors and scenery. Paulson is also very environmentally active, serving as a trustee on the board of the Wildlife Conservation and traveling extensively in Central and South America on trips focusing on wildlife and natural history.
"Living in the city that is the heart of the green movement is a very invigorating opportunity. Both Heather and I feel Portland has a focus on family that is truly unique and will be a great community to raise our own family in the future," Paulson said.
"I have long had a goal of owning and operating a sports franchise," Paulson said. "Of course, the deal had to meet certain investment criteria, but more importantly, the community also had to be the place Heather and I would be enthusiastic about living in and raising children. Portland quickly became the focus as it passed with such flying colors on both fronts."
Merritt is not only an outstanding sports executive, he is someone who understands the relationship between sports and community," said David J. Stern, Commissioner of the NBA. "I believe he will be a tremendous team owner and a great addition to the city of Portland."
"I want to personally welcome Merritt and Heather to Portland," said Portland Mayor Tom Potter before he left on an economic development trade mission to Bolonga, Italy. " i was thrilled to learn of Merritt’s plans to purchase the teams, his enthusiasm to move here and settle into our community. We will benefit from an active local owner who already has the interest of the city at heart."
While Paulson will own a majority of the team, his father, Henry M. Paulson, will also have a percentage of ownership in the teams, due to his small minority interest in Shortstop, LLC. Henry Paulson’s interests do not involve any managerial or operational responsibilities in connection with Shortstop, LLC and Merritt is the majority owner. Henry Paulson is currently serving as the Secretary of the Treasury for the United States.
In addition to Paulson, Corey Busch adds to Paulson’s taem as his advisor. Busch was Executive Vice President of the San Francisco Giants for 14 years and has worked closely with Paulson throughout the negotiation and purchase process. "I am fortunate that Corey will continue to be involved going forward as his counsel has proven to be a invaluable asset," Paulson said.
The deal will be completed upon final approval from Major League Baseball, which is expected soon.
STATEMENT FROM TIM HOLT, EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT/CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER - UNITED SOCCER LEAGUES
"Today is an exciting day for United Soccer Leagues and we are pleased to welcome Shortstop, LLC into the USL family. It is clear to us that, under the new leadership of Merritt Paulson and the rest of his ownership group, the Portland Timbers will continue to be one of the most successful and best supported franchises in not only the USL First Division (USL-1), but in all of American professional soccer.
"Following closely behind PBIG and the Pacific Coast League during a period in which each played critical roles in the assurance of the current and future viability of the franchises and PGE Park, we firmly believe Shortstop LLC is well-prepared to bring a long-term ownership perspective for the franchise."
"Since their return to professional soccer in 2001, the Timbers have been a USL leader in player development, fan support, and game day operations/promotions. We expect that the future will bring more of the same whilst the Timbers continue to challenge for their first USL-1 Championship in what is an increasingly respected and important North American soccer competition."
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
PORTLAND BEAVERS, PORTLAND TIMBERS ANNOUNCE NEW OWNERSHIP
New owner aims to make PGE Park the preeminent destination for family entertainment
Portland, Ore. - The Portland Beavers, the Triple-A affiliate of the San Diego Padres, and the Portland Timbers professional soccer team, announced today that an agreement has been signed to sell the team to Shortstop, LLC.
The new ownership will consist primarily of Merritt Paulson, Manager of Shortstop, LLC and most recently Senior Director of Marketing and Business Development at NBA Entertainment in New York. As part of the purchase Merritt, 34, and his wife, Heather, are in the process of moving to Portland and becoming part of the local community.
Paulson will assume the role of President and general manager for the Portland Beavers, and President of the Portland Timbers, currently open positions.
The long-term goals of the new ownership will be to optimize and continue to improve the fan experience at all PGE Park events. Paulson also is fiercely dedicated to better integrating the two franchises together into the Portland community and will be focusing on community outreach. "These teams can be a catalyst to help people of all ages by getting them involved, in helping to shine a light on areas of the community that need attention, and by generating the resources needed to make this community a better place for everyone. We have several significant announcements along these lines in the near future, so stay tuned," Paulson added.
"I’m looking forward to building on the rich baseball and soccer tradition in Portland with a focus on community involvement," Paulson said. "My aim is to make PGE Park the preeminent destination for family entertainment."
Paulson believes the Portland community and the teams are at a crucial crossroads in their relationship. "Portland is a fabulous baseball market, and I see enormous soccer growth potential here as well. There is tremendous positive momentum with the Beavers and Timbers, and I believe we can build on that to create the ultimate family sports entainment experience befitting a city of Portland’s caliber."
Paulson’s professional career has been focused on consumer entertainment and sports, which will provide a strong foundation for ownership in both minor league teams. After completing his MBA at Harvard, Paulson was part of a joint venture in Palo Alto, Calif., that focused on building high-speed wireless networks. He then moved to New York to become the manager of HBO on Demand and was part of the team that launced the premium subscription video on-demand service. After HBO, Paulson moved to NBA Entertainment and has been serving as the Senior Director of Marketing and business Development at NBA Entertainment for the last four years. In that role, he helped launch and develop NBA TV and had responsibility for both marketing and business development efforts of NBA TV and NBA LEAGUE PASS.
From a personal standpoint, Paulson is looking forward to getting to the Northwest and starting his life here. He and his wife are passionate outdoor enthusiasts who have made many visits to Portland to enjoy the outdoors and scenery. Paulson is also very environmentally active, serving as a trustee on the board of the Wildlife Conservation and traveling extensively in Central and South America on trips focusing on wildlife and natural history.
"Living in the city that is the heart of the green movement is a very invigorating opportunity. Both Heather and I feel Portland has a focus on family that is truly unique and will be a great community to raise our own family in the future," Paulson said.
"I have long had a goal of owning and operating a sports franchise," Paulson said. "Of course, the deal had to meet certain investment criteria, but more importantly, the community also had to be the place Heather and I would be enthusiastic about living in and raising children. Portland quickly became the focus as it passed with such flying colors on both fronts."
Merritt is not only an outstanding sports executive, he is someone who understands the relationship between sports and community," said David J. Stern, Commissioner of the NBA. "I believe he will be a tremendous team owner and a great addition to the city of Portland."
"I want to personally welcome Merritt and Heather to Portland," said Portland Mayor Tom Potter before he left on an economic development trade mission to Bolonga, Italy. " i was thrilled to learn of Merritt’s plans to purchase the teams, his enthusiasm to move here and settle into our community. We will benefit from an active local owner who already has the interest of the city at heart."
While Paulson will own a majority of the team, his father, Henry M. Paulson, will also have a percentage of ownership in the teams, due to his small minority interest in Shortstop, LLC. Henry Paulson’s interests do not involve any managerial or operational responsibilities in connection with Shortstop, LLC and Merritt is the majority owner. Henry Paulson is currently serving as the Secretary of the Treasury for the United States.
In addition to Paulson, Corey Busch adds to Paulson’s taem as his advisor. Busch was Executive Vice President of the San Francisco Giants for 14 years and has worked closely with Paulson throughout the negotiation and purchase process. "I am fortunate that Corey will continue to be involved going forward as his counsel has proven to be a invaluable asset," Paulson said.
The deal will be completed upon final approval from Major League Baseball, which is expected soon.
STATEMENT FROM TIM HOLT, EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT/CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER - UNITED SOCCER LEAGUES
"Today is an exciting day for United Soccer Leagues and we are pleased to welcome Shortstop, LLC into the USL family. It is clear to us that, under the new leadership of Merritt Paulson and the rest of his ownership group, the Portland Timbers will continue to be one of the most successful and best supported franchises in not only the USL First Division (USL-1), but in all of American professional soccer.
"Following closely behind PBIG and the Pacific Coast League during a period in which each played critical roles in the assurance of the current and future viability of the franchises and PGE Park, we firmly believe Shortstop LLC is well-prepared to bring a long-term ownership perspective for the franchise."
"Since their return to professional soccer in 2001, the Timbers have been a USL leader in player development, fan support, and game day operations/promotions. We expect that the future will bring more of the same whilst the Timbers continue to challenge for their first USL-1 Championship in what is an increasingly respected and important North American soccer competition."
Friday, May 18, 2007
Official PTFC Release About Preston North End
TIMBERS FACE ENGLAND'S PRESTON NORTH END IN THIRD EXHIBITION MATCH JULY 28 AT PGE PARK
Championship League club to visit Portland on preseason tour
For immediate release: May 18, 2007
PORTLAND, Ore. - The Portland Timbers will play English League Championship side Preston North End on July 28 at PGE Park, it was announced today. Preston, who will be the Timbers' third international opponent this season, visits Portland on its 2007-08 preseason West Coast tour. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m.
"The Timbers and English teams have played some exciting matches in Portland the last few years, and we expect Preston to be no different," said Gavin Wilkinson, head coach and general manager of the Timbers. "Preston North End has made runs at promotion into the English Premier League the last three seasons and has proved to be one of the top clubs in the Championship.
"This will be a great opportunity for soccer fans in Portland to come out and show their support for the sport.
"Tickets for the Preston North End match presented by The Oregonian and Widmer, which range in price from $17-$32, go on sale Monday, May 21, at 10 a.m. at the PGE Park box office or at area Ticketmaster locations, www.ticketmaster.com or by calling (503) 224-4400.
One of the founding members of the English Football League in 1888, Preston North End, finished the 2006-07 season in seventh place in the Coca-Cola Championship (England's second tier) with a record of 22-16-8 (75pts) and just one point away from a playoff berth for the opportunity to be promoted to the English Premier League.
Known as the "Lilywhites," Preston North End is the first team in English soccer history to accomplish "The Double" - posting a perfect record in league play and winning the Football Association (FA) Cup - in 1889. Preston North End is one of the few teams in England to have won championships at four different levels. Based in Preston, Lancashire, in northwest England, Preston North End was formed in 1880 and has won two FA Cups and eight league titles in its 127-year history.
Preston North End's roster boasts several current and former national team members, including 2006-07 leading scorer, forward David Nugent, who plays for England's "B" National Team as well as the U-21 National Team. Goalkeeper Wayne Henderson, who began his pro career at the age of 17 with Premier League club Aston Villa, has four caps with the Ireland National Team. Defenders Graham Alexander and Callum Davidson have both made recent appearances with the Scotland National Team, while striker Patrick Agyemang represented his home country of Ghana in 2006 World Cup qualifying matches.
With Preston North End, the Timbers will have played three English clubs in the past three years starting with Sunderland in 2005. Last year, the Timbers defeated Coventry City 4-3 on penalties. In 2005, the Timbers and Sunderland battled to a 0-0 draw.
The Timbers (2-1-1, 7pts) face both USL First Division expansion clubs, the California Victory and Carolina Railhawks, next weekend at PGE Park. The Timbers are 2-0-1 at home this season.
For information on discounted tickets for groups of 15 or more, call the Timbers ticket office at (503) 553-5555.
ABOUT PRESTON NORTH END
Founded in 1880, Preston North End was one of the founding members of the English Football League in 1888. The club was successful early in its history, winning the top division title in 1888-89 and 1889-90, and recorded the first "Double" in English soccer history going undefeated in both league and FA Cup matches. Only Arsenal has recorded an undefeated regular season since, accomplishing the feat in 2003-04. In 1938, Preston North End captured its second FA Cup with a 1-0 win over Huddersfield Town.
In the early 1960s, Preston North End was relegated to the second division, now called the Coca-Cola Championship. In 1964, Preston North End made its seventh FA Cup finals appearance, but lost to West Ham United. Preston North End slid to the third division (now League One) in 1973 and would ultimately drop as low as the fourth division (now League Two) in 1985. Since 1990, Preston North End has made a steady climb back to the Championship, earning a promotion in 1995-96 and then returning to the second division after the 1999-2000 season.
In recent years, Preston North End has become a promotion contender fighting for a chance to play in England's top tier, the English Premier League. The Lilywhites reached the Championship playoff final in 2004-05, but lost to West Ham United. The following season, Preston North End lost to Leeds United in the semifinals, ending another run at a promotion. In 2006-07, Preston North End finished one point from a promotion playoff spot.
Preston North End plays its home matches at Deepdale Stadium. Built in 1875, Deepdale is one of the oldest stadiums in England and seats approximately 20,500 people.
PRESTON NORTH END PROFESSIONAL ERA - 1888 - PRESENT
Football Association (FA) Cups: 2
1888-89, 1937-38
FA Cup Runner up: 5
1887-88, 1921-22, 1936-37, 1953-54, 1963-64
Football League Division 1 Champions: 2
1888-89, 1889-90
Football League Division 1 Runner up: 6
1890-91, 1891-92, 1892-93, 1905-06, 1952-53, 1957-58
English League One Champions: 1
1999-2000
English League Two Champions: 1
1995-96
Football League Division 2 Champions: 3
1903-04, 1912-13, 1950-51
Football League Division 3 Champions: 1
1970-71
War Cup: 1
1941
Championship League club to visit Portland on preseason tour
For immediate release: May 18, 2007
PORTLAND, Ore. - The Portland Timbers will play English League Championship side Preston North End on July 28 at PGE Park, it was announced today. Preston, who will be the Timbers' third international opponent this season, visits Portland on its 2007-08 preseason West Coast tour. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m.
"The Timbers and English teams have played some exciting matches in Portland the last few years, and we expect Preston to be no different," said Gavin Wilkinson, head coach and general manager of the Timbers. "Preston North End has made runs at promotion into the English Premier League the last three seasons and has proved to be one of the top clubs in the Championship.
"This will be a great opportunity for soccer fans in Portland to come out and show their support for the sport.
"Tickets for the Preston North End match presented by The Oregonian and Widmer, which range in price from $17-$32, go on sale Monday, May 21, at 10 a.m. at the PGE Park box office or at area Ticketmaster locations, www.ticketmaster.com or by calling (503) 224-4400.
One of the founding members of the English Football League in 1888, Preston North End, finished the 2006-07 season in seventh place in the Coca-Cola Championship (England's second tier) with a record of 22-16-8 (75pts) and just one point away from a playoff berth for the opportunity to be promoted to the English Premier League.
Known as the "Lilywhites," Preston North End is the first team in English soccer history to accomplish "The Double" - posting a perfect record in league play and winning the Football Association (FA) Cup - in 1889. Preston North End is one of the few teams in England to have won championships at four different levels. Based in Preston, Lancashire, in northwest England, Preston North End was formed in 1880 and has won two FA Cups and eight league titles in its 127-year history.
Preston North End's roster boasts several current and former national team members, including 2006-07 leading scorer, forward David Nugent, who plays for England's "B" National Team as well as the U-21 National Team. Goalkeeper Wayne Henderson, who began his pro career at the age of 17 with Premier League club Aston Villa, has four caps with the Ireland National Team. Defenders Graham Alexander and Callum Davidson have both made recent appearances with the Scotland National Team, while striker Patrick Agyemang represented his home country of Ghana in 2006 World Cup qualifying matches.
With Preston North End, the Timbers will have played three English clubs in the past three years starting with Sunderland in 2005. Last year, the Timbers defeated Coventry City 4-3 on penalties. In 2005, the Timbers and Sunderland battled to a 0-0 draw.
The Timbers (2-1-1, 7pts) face both USL First Division expansion clubs, the California Victory and Carolina Railhawks, next weekend at PGE Park. The Timbers are 2-0-1 at home this season.
For information on discounted tickets for groups of 15 or more, call the Timbers ticket office at (503) 553-5555.
ABOUT PRESTON NORTH END
Founded in 1880, Preston North End was one of the founding members of the English Football League in 1888. The club was successful early in its history, winning the top division title in 1888-89 and 1889-90, and recorded the first "Double" in English soccer history going undefeated in both league and FA Cup matches. Only Arsenal has recorded an undefeated regular season since, accomplishing the feat in 2003-04. In 1938, Preston North End captured its second FA Cup with a 1-0 win over Huddersfield Town.
In the early 1960s, Preston North End was relegated to the second division, now called the Coca-Cola Championship. In 1964, Preston North End made its seventh FA Cup finals appearance, but lost to West Ham United. Preston North End slid to the third division (now League One) in 1973 and would ultimately drop as low as the fourth division (now League Two) in 1985. Since 1990, Preston North End has made a steady climb back to the Championship, earning a promotion in 1995-96 and then returning to the second division after the 1999-2000 season.
In recent years, Preston North End has become a promotion contender fighting for a chance to play in England's top tier, the English Premier League. The Lilywhites reached the Championship playoff final in 2004-05, but lost to West Ham United. The following season, Preston North End lost to Leeds United in the semifinals, ending another run at a promotion. In 2006-07, Preston North End finished one point from a promotion playoff spot.
Preston North End plays its home matches at Deepdale Stadium. Built in 1875, Deepdale is one of the oldest stadiums in England and seats approximately 20,500 people.
PRESTON NORTH END PROFESSIONAL ERA - 1888 - PRESENT
Football Association (FA) Cups: 2
1888-89, 1937-38
FA Cup Runner up: 5
1887-88, 1921-22, 1936-37, 1953-54, 1963-64
Football League Division 1 Champions: 2
1888-89, 1889-90
Football League Division 1 Runner up: 6
1890-91, 1891-92, 1892-93, 1905-06, 1952-53, 1957-58
English League One Champions: 1
1999-2000
English League Two Champions: 1
1995-96
Football League Division 2 Champions: 3
1903-04, 1912-13, 1950-51
Football League Division 3 Champions: 1
1970-71
War Cup: 1
1941
Preston North End Match Details
Official Press Release:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Preston North End are taking their brand global this summer as they cross the pond for a preseason trip to America.
Paul Simpson's side will play three matches in the states as they prepare for the 2007/08 season, against three very different teams.
The team will be based in Seattle for the majority of the 10 day trip, which begins on July 19th when the team flys out.
The first match takes place two days later against the Seattle Sounders at the home of the Seattle Seahawks NFL team.
The game at the 67,000 capacity Qwest Field on Saturday 21st July 7pm kick-off Pacific Time (3am BST 22nd July).
North End face Mexican opposition five days later when they take on Monterrey at Raley Field in Sacramento, California.
Raley Field is traditionally a baseball stadium, home of the Sacramento River Cats, and is having grass football pitch laid especially for the game. The game kicks off on Thursday 26th July at 7 pm Pacific Time (3am BST 27th July).
The third and final game against the Portland Timbers, the former club of ex-PNE striker Brian Godfrey, will be played at PGE Park in Portland on Saturday 28th July 7pm kickoff Pacfic Time (3am BST 29th July).
All games are pay on the day with prices varying from $15 to $45 but we will announce details about prices and travel in the future.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Preston North End are taking their brand global this summer as they cross the pond for a preseason trip to America.
Paul Simpson's side will play three matches in the states as they prepare for the 2007/08 season, against three very different teams.
The team will be based in Seattle for the majority of the 10 day trip, which begins on July 19th when the team flys out.
The first match takes place two days later against the Seattle Sounders at the home of the Seattle Seahawks NFL team.
The game at the 67,000 capacity Qwest Field on Saturday 21st July 7pm kick-off Pacific Time (3am BST 22nd July).
North End face Mexican opposition five days later when they take on Monterrey at Raley Field in Sacramento, California.
Raley Field is traditionally a baseball stadium, home of the Sacramento River Cats, and is having grass football pitch laid especially for the game. The game kicks off on Thursday 26th July at 7 pm Pacific Time (3am BST 27th July).
The third and final game against the Portland Timbers, the former club of ex-PNE striker Brian Godfrey, will be played at PGE Park in Portland on Saturday 28th July 7pm kickoff Pacfic Time (3am BST 29th July).
All games are pay on the day with prices varying from $15 to $45 but we will announce details about prices and travel in the future.
Thursday, May 17, 2007
David Beckham With Preston North End
THANK YOU to Lancashire Evening Post
& Kevin McGuinness for the photos!!!
http://www.lep.co.uk/sectionhome.aspx?sectionid=75
David Beckham's Old Team Comes To Portland
Preston North End vs. Portland Timbers
Pge Park
They currently play in the Coca-Cola Football League Championship Division. Which is the second-highest division in the English football league system. The highest division is called the Barclays English Premier League. Preston North end finished 7th in the division this past season. The top three teams from the Coca-Cola Football League Championship is promoted to the Barclays English Premier League. The bottom three teams from the Coca-Cola Football League Championships relegated to the Coca-Cola Football League One.Their fans are called the "The Lillywhites" or "The Whites". But also go by the name "The Invincibles", "Northenders", or "The Guild". Their supporters groups are called Preston Supporters Group, South East Whites, Midland Supporters, Yorkshire Supporters Group, Aussie and Kiwi Supporters, North Lancs Supporters Club, the Irish Supporters, & the North Wales and Cheshire Supporters Club.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DKZUo4yOaMA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jh2ylgOpvM4
One of their chants:
Falling In Love
Wise Men Say, only fools rush in,
but I can't help falling in love with you.
Take my hand,take my whole life too,
for I can't help falling in love with you,
The North End (clap 3 times)
The North End (clap 3 times)
The North End (clap 3 times)
They play in the Deepdale Stadium in Preston, Lancashire, England. Lancashire, England is located in the North West of England. The stadium seats 22,225 fans. The stadium is also home of the England's National Football Museum. The President of the National Football Museum is Sir Bobby Charlton. The Vice-Presidents are Sir Alex Ferguson, Sir Tom Finney, & Sir Trevor Brooking. If planning on visiting the area http://www.visitlancashire.com/ would be the website to check out first.
Preston North End were kicked out of the FA Cup in 1884 for paying their players.
Diadora is the teams shirt sponsors and kit suppliers. Paul Simpson is the current manager of the team. He took over as manager on June 16, 2006 for the departing Billy Davies. Paul was manager at Carlisle United football club. He won the Football League Two Championship in the 2005/2006 season with Carlisle United. He also played for Manchester City, Oxford United, Wolverhampton Wanderers, Derby County, Sheffield United, Walsall, Blackpool, Rochdale, Carlisle United, & the England U-21 team.
They were a founder member of the English Football League in 1888. They were the first English football champions in 1888-1889 season after going undefeated the whole season. In the same season they also went undefeated and won the FA Cup. They were the league champions again in the 1889-1890 season. They won the FA Cup again in the 1937-1938 season. They have also been the runners-up for the FA Cup in the 1887-1888, 1921-1922, 1936-1937, 1953-1954, & 1963-1964 season.
Preston were relegated to the Coca-Cola Football League Championship Division in 1961 and have not played in the Barclays English Premier League since. They had a chance in 2005 when they played in a playoff versus West Ham but lost 1-0.
Former players:
David Moyes (who is currently the manager of Everton F.C.)
Sam Allardyce (who was the manager of Bolton Wanderers between 1999 and 2007)
David Beckham (was on loan to the team in 1995, he appeared 5 times for the team, scoring 2 goals)
Sir Bobby Charlton (who helped win a World Cup in 1966 and was also named the European Footballer of the Year in 1966)
Bill Shankly (the Liverpool legend)
Tom Finney (scored 187 goals for the team in 433 appearances)
Alan Kelly (goalkeeper who made 447 appearances for the team)
Brian McBride (who is a forward for the U.S. men's team and currently plays for Fulham)
Eddie Lewis
Brian Godfrey (he wore the # 6 jersey for the Portland Timbers in 1975. He started 19 out of the 20 games he played in. He had 16 shots on goal, with a total of 29 shots, 3 goals, & 2 assists for the Timbers) http://1975.timbersfanpage.com/1975TimberPictures/005.jpg
Record Attendance: 42,684 v Arsenal, April 23, 1938
Record Cup Victory: 26-0 v Hyde, FA Cup, October 15, 1887
Record League Victory: 10-0 v Stoke, September 14, 1889
Record League Defeat: 0-7 v Blackpool, May 1, 1948
Most League Goals In A Season By The Team: 100, 1927-1928
Most League Goals In A Season By A Player: Ted Harper, 37, 1932-1933
Most Capped Player For His Country: Tom Finney, 76 appearances for England, 1946-1958
The "splash" fountain sculpture is of Sir Tom Finney when he was playing against Chelsea on August 26, 1956. http://www.gazbond.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/splash/splashnight.jpg
Sir Tom Finney Stand
This is where the National Football Museum is located. Two bars can also be found in this stand, the "Great Room" and the "Invincibles Lounge". Also the "Half Time Cafe" is inside this stand.
Bill Shankly Kop
The "second half" of the National Football Museum can be found here. Also their is a glassed in viewing area. The Fitness First fitness centre and the Preston College Adult Learning Centreare also here.
Alan Kelly Town End
There is a learning centre for children and a Football in the Community area inside of this stand.
Pavilion Stand http://www.gazbond.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/deepdale/smallerimages/pavilion.jpg
http://www.pnefc.premiumtv.co.uk/page/Welcome
http://www.football-league.premiumtv.co.uk/page/ChampionshipHome
http://www.thegentry.co.uk/
http://www.proud-preston.co.uk/
http://www.lilywhites.net/
http://www.pnefans.net/
http://www.psg.me.uk/
http://www.pne-online.co.uk/
http://www.pne.com/
http://www.nwcpne.co.uk/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Preston_north_end
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Nugent
http://www.newsnow.co.uk/newsfeed/?name=Preston+North+End
http://www.prestonnorthend-mad.co.uk/
http://www.nationalfootballmuseum.com/
http://www.pnefc.premiumtv.co.uk/page/Welcome
http://www.football-league.premiumtv.co.uk/page/ChampionshipHome
http://www.thegentry.co.uk/
http://www.proud-preston.co.uk/
http://www.lilywhites.net/
http://www.pnefans.net/
http://www.psg.me.uk/
http://www.pne-online.co.uk/
http://www.pne.com/
http://www.nwcpne.co.uk/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Preston_north_end
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Nugent
http://www.newsnow.co.uk/newsfeed/?name=Preston+North+End
http://www.prestonnorthend-mad.co.uk/
http://www.nationalfootballmuseum.com/
Monday, May 14, 2007
Rochester Raging Rhinos at Portland Timbers
Rochester Raging Rhinos at Portland Timbers
PGE Park
Sunday, May 13, 2007
Rochester Raging Rhinos 0 - Portland Timbers 2
The Timbers now have 2 wins and 1 tie with no losses at home. They won the match after Andrew Gregor & Leonard Griffin found the back of the net. Leonard Griffin's goal was an absolute cracker of a goal from around 30 yards out. Gregor's goal was his 4th on the season. The night saw over 50 fouls commited and 7 cards being showed. But the most severe hit of the night came on a Gregor free kick. The free kick hit Chris Aloisi directly in the face. He immediately went down and was down for several minutes. When he did try to get on his feet he ended up collapsing right back down. He did end up walking off of the field but later had to be taking to the hospital for tests.
The shutout for Josh Wicks was his first on the season.
Rochester had a great opportunity for a goal early on but forward Hamed Diallo tried to side volley the ball when he could of easily headed the ball in. The Raging Rhinos has 17 cards in total in 6 matches so far this season. Midfielder Tenywa Bonseu has already seen 4 yellow cards and 1 red card.
Timbers Lineup :
Josh Wicks, Scot Thompson, Justin Thompson, Cameron Knowles, Leonard Griffin, David Hague ("Kiki" Lara 45'), Tom Poltl, Andrew Gregor, Luke Kreamalmeyer (Shaun Higgins 88'), Bryan Jordan, Chris Bagley (Jaimie Ambriz 89').
Rhinos Lineup :
Chase Harrison, Chris Aloisi (Kevin Novak 54'), Kenney Bertz, Jason Perry (Michael Ambersley 40'), Scott Palguta, Stephen Shirley-Black, Johnny Menyonger (Nate Craft 71'), John Ball (Daniel Kramer 71'), Tenywa Bonseu, Hamed Diallo (Rey Angel Martinez 34'), Matthew Delicate.
Goals:
Andrew Gregor (assist from Chris Bagley)
Leonard Griffon (assist from Andrew Gregor)
Shots:
Timbers 9
Rhinos 5
Saves :
Timbers 2
Rhinos 4
Corners :
Timbers 4
Rhinos 4
Yellow Cards :
Hamed Diallo, Kenney Bertz, Cameron Knowles, Tenywa Bonseu, Michael Ambersley, Rey Martinez
Red Card :
Tenywa Bonseu
Attendance :
3041
http://www.portlandtimbers.com/newsroom/headlines/index.html?article_id=391
http://www.portlandtimbers.com/insider/videonews/index.html?c=7&id=119&t=0
http://timbers.soccercityusa.com/roc051307.htm
http://blog.oregonlive.com/timbers/2007/05/match_4_portland_v_rochester.html#more
http://soccernet.espn.go.com/news/story?id=430287&cc=4716
http://www.rhinossoccer.com/news/article.php?id=546
http://portlandtribune.com/sports/story.php?story_id=117912633792539900
http://www.columbian.com/sports/localNews/05142007news139706.cfm
http://www.democratandchronicle.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070514/SPORTS05/705140337/1007/SPORTS
http://blog.oregonlive.com/sportsupdates/2007/05/timbers_corral_rhinos_win_20.html
PGE Park
Sunday, May 13, 2007
Rochester Raging Rhinos 0 - Portland Timbers 2
The Timbers now have 2 wins and 1 tie with no losses at home. They won the match after Andrew Gregor & Leonard Griffin found the back of the net. Leonard Griffin's goal was an absolute cracker of a goal from around 30 yards out. Gregor's goal was his 4th on the season. The night saw over 50 fouls commited and 7 cards being showed. But the most severe hit of the night came on a Gregor free kick. The free kick hit Chris Aloisi directly in the face. He immediately went down and was down for several minutes. When he did try to get on his feet he ended up collapsing right back down. He did end up walking off of the field but later had to be taking to the hospital for tests.
The shutout for Josh Wicks was his first on the season.
Rochester had a great opportunity for a goal early on but forward Hamed Diallo tried to side volley the ball when he could of easily headed the ball in. The Raging Rhinos has 17 cards in total in 6 matches so far this season. Midfielder Tenywa Bonseu has already seen 4 yellow cards and 1 red card.
Timbers Lineup :
Josh Wicks, Scot Thompson, Justin Thompson, Cameron Knowles, Leonard Griffin, David Hague ("Kiki" Lara 45'), Tom Poltl, Andrew Gregor, Luke Kreamalmeyer (Shaun Higgins 88'), Bryan Jordan, Chris Bagley (Jaimie Ambriz 89').
Rhinos Lineup :
Chase Harrison, Chris Aloisi (Kevin Novak 54'), Kenney Bertz, Jason Perry (Michael Ambersley 40'), Scott Palguta, Stephen Shirley-Black, Johnny Menyonger (Nate Craft 71'), John Ball (Daniel Kramer 71'), Tenywa Bonseu, Hamed Diallo (Rey Angel Martinez 34'), Matthew Delicate.
Goals:
Andrew Gregor (assist from Chris Bagley)
Leonard Griffon (assist from Andrew Gregor)
Shots:
Timbers 9
Rhinos 5
Saves :
Timbers 2
Rhinos 4
Corners :
Timbers 4
Rhinos 4
Yellow Cards :
Hamed Diallo, Kenney Bertz, Cameron Knowles, Tenywa Bonseu, Michael Ambersley, Rey Martinez
Red Card :
Tenywa Bonseu
Attendance :
3041
http://www.portlandtimbers.com/newsroom/headlines/index.html?article_id=391
http://www.portlandtimbers.com/insider/videonews/index.html?c=7&id=119&t=0
http://timbers.soccercityusa.com/roc051307.htm
http://blog.oregonlive.com/timbers/2007/05/match_4_portland_v_rochester.html#more
http://soccernet.espn.go.com/news/story?id=430287&cc=4716
http://www.rhinossoccer.com/news/article.php?id=546
http://portlandtribune.com/sports/story.php?story_id=117912633792539900
http://www.columbian.com/sports/localNews/05142007news139706.cfm
http://www.democratandchronicle.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070514/SPORTS05/705140337/1007/SPORTS
http://blog.oregonlive.com/sportsupdates/2007/05/timbers_corral_rhinos_win_20.html
Saturday, May 12, 2007
Seattle Sounders At Portland Timbers
Seattle Sounders at Portland Timbers
PGE Park
Friday, May 11, 2007
Bryan Jordan scored his second goal of the season, but it was his first in a league match. He scored another goal earlier on but a bogus call saw the goal wiped off of the board. The referee had said that Jordan had handled the ball. All replays of the play have shown otherwise. Andrew Gregor notched his third goal of the season on a penalty kick later on. Their goals helped the Timbers earn a point in the I-5 rivalry match. The bad call by the referee was not the only bad call or non call of the match. There was several elbows thrown, a kick to the face of a player, or a player being taking down inside of the box.
The match saw the return of Hugo Alcarez-Cuellar, a long-time Timbers player.
Timbers Lineup :
Josh Wicks, Lee Morrison, Scot Thompson, Lee Knowles, Leonard Griffin, Neil Dombrowski (Tom Poltl 32'), Andrew Gregor, Luke Kreamalmeyer (Jaime Ambriz 83'), Troy Ready (Shaun Higgins 54'), Bryan Jordan, Chris Bagley.
Sounders Lineup :
Chris Eylander; Danny Jackson, Noah Merl, Zach Scott, Adam West, Kevin Sakuda, Hugo Alcaraz-Cuellar, Josh Gardner (Kenji Treschuk 66'), Sebastian Le Toux (Andre Schmid 85'), Roger Levesque, Nathan Knox (Greg Howes 63').
Goals:
Sebastian Le Toux (assist from Roger Levesque)
Roger Levesque (assist from Sebastian Le Toux)
Bryan Jordan
Andrew Gregor
Shots:
Timbers 13
Sounders 10
Saves :
Timbers 2
Sounders 1
Corners :
Timbers 5
Sounders 3
Yellow Cards :
Danny Jackson, Noah Merl, Scot Thompson, Tom Poltl, Hugo Alcaraz-Cuellar
Attendance :
5722
PGE Park
Friday, May 11, 2007
Bryan Jordan scored his second goal of the season, but it was his first in a league match. He scored another goal earlier on but a bogus call saw the goal wiped off of the board. The referee had said that Jordan had handled the ball. All replays of the play have shown otherwise. Andrew Gregor notched his third goal of the season on a penalty kick later on. Their goals helped the Timbers earn a point in the I-5 rivalry match. The bad call by the referee was not the only bad call or non call of the match. There was several elbows thrown, a kick to the face of a player, or a player being taking down inside of the box.
The match saw the return of Hugo Alcarez-Cuellar, a long-time Timbers player.
Timbers Lineup :
Josh Wicks, Lee Morrison, Scot Thompson, Lee Knowles, Leonard Griffin, Neil Dombrowski (Tom Poltl 32'), Andrew Gregor, Luke Kreamalmeyer (Jaime Ambriz 83'), Troy Ready (Shaun Higgins 54'), Bryan Jordan, Chris Bagley.
Sounders Lineup :
Chris Eylander; Danny Jackson, Noah Merl, Zach Scott, Adam West, Kevin Sakuda, Hugo Alcaraz-Cuellar, Josh Gardner (Kenji Treschuk 66'), Sebastian Le Toux (Andre Schmid 85'), Roger Levesque, Nathan Knox (Greg Howes 63').
Goals:
Sebastian Le Toux (assist from Roger Levesque)
Roger Levesque (assist from Sebastian Le Toux)
Bryan Jordan
Andrew Gregor
Shots:
Timbers 13
Sounders 10
Saves :
Timbers 2
Sounders 1
Corners :
Timbers 5
Sounders 3
Yellow Cards :
Danny Jackson, Noah Merl, Scot Thompson, Tom Poltl, Hugo Alcaraz-Cuellar
Attendance :
5722
hes/2007/may11.html
Wednesday, May 9, 2007
Timbers Win 1-0 Over Necaxa
Necaxa at Portland Timbers
Saturday, May 9, 2007
PGE Park
Portland Timbers 1 - Necaxa 0
Saturday, May 9, 2007
PGE Park
Portland Timbers 1 - Necaxa 0
In his first start as a Portland Timber Bryan Jordan found the back of the net. His goal was the only one of the night as the Timbers beat Necaxa 1-0.
Timbers Lineup :
Josh Wicks, Justin Thompson, Cameron Knowles (Kevin Meissner 59'), Shaun Higgins (Lee Morrison 59'), Garrett Marcum (Leonard Griffin 80), Tom Poltl, "Kiki" Lara, Lawrence Olum, Bryan Jordan (Luke Kreamalmeyer 88'), David Hague, Jaimie Ambriz (Luc Harrington 88').
Necaxa Lineup :
Joel Barba (Pablo Gonzalez 68'), Alejandro Garcia, Issac Freyfeld, Alfonso Loera, Fernando Castillo (Ricardo Alcaraz 79'), Raul Ybarra, Cesar Rivera (Raul Camacho 60'), Oscar Gonzalez (Horacio De Latorre 45), Francisco Bravo, Jonathan Rosas, Hector Quintanar.
Goal:
Bryan Jordan (assist from "Kiki" Lara)
Shots:
Timbers 9
Necaxa 5
Saves :
Timbers 4
Necaxa 3
Corners :
Timbers 6
Necaxa 1
Yellow Cards :
Lawrence Olum, Tom Poltl, Jonathan Rosas, Oscar Gonzalez, Ricardo Alcaraz
Attendance :
7,761
http://www.soccercityusa.com/timbers/necaxa050907.htm
http://www.portlandtimbers.com/newsroom/headlines/index.html?article_id=388
http://blog.oregonlive.com/timbers/2007/05/exhibition_portland_timbers_v.html#more
http://www.oregonlive.com/timbers/oregonian/index.ssf?/base/sports/1178778320249360.xml&coll=7
http://www.columbian.com/sports/localNews/05102007news138157.cfm
Jaime Ambriz Cleared
Forward Jaime Ambriz has finally been cleared to play. He has been waiting for his former club in Switzerland to give approval. He will be available for all of the matches this week.
Tuesday, May 8, 2007
What A Difference 4 Days Make
4 days ago the following roster was released.
http://the90thminute.blogspot.com/2007/05/necaxa-announces-roster-for-match.html
Now the roster looks like this.
Raul Camacho
Pablo Gonzalez
Joel Barba
Issac Freyfeld
Alfonso Loera
Oscar Gonzalez
Alejandro Garcia
Abraham Stringer
Francisco Bravo
Raul Ybarra
Cesar Rivera
Horacio De Latorre
Hector Quintanar
Fernando Castillo
Jonathan Rosas
Quite a difference.
http://the90thminute.blogspot.com/2007/05/necaxa-announces-roster-for-match.html
Now the roster looks like this.
Raul Camacho
Pablo Gonzalez
Joel Barba
Issac Freyfeld
Alfonso Loera
Oscar Gonzalez
Alejandro Garcia
Abraham Stringer
Francisco Bravo
Raul Ybarra
Cesar Rivera
Horacio De Latorre
Hector Quintanar
Fernando Castillo
Jonathan Rosas
Quite a difference.
Monday, May 7, 2007
The Timbers Army Road Trip To Seattle
Many of the Timbers Army celebrated Cinco De Mayo by making the road trip up to Seattle. They came prepared with sombreros, ponchos, and fake mustaches. They had packed two chartered buses and numerous vehichles.
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