Philadelphia Union Win Home Opener

United States Vice President, Joe Biden, was in attendance and was joined by his granddaughter.

I was also there, and here I got a shot of Chris Pontius, of D.C. United, going in at halftime.


This is Mr. Pontius on the left. Yeah, really good-looking. I know...


Christian Arrieta (below left), who didn't make the original attractive Union players list because he hadn't been signed yet, proved to be one of the more impressive players. Seventeen-year-old Jack McInerney (below right), who came on late in the game, showed some real skill and awareness as well.


But the Man of the Match was Sebastien La Toux who scored all three goals for the Union.


I was greatful for the "enthusiasm" of the Union players after the match as well. My thanks go out to you too, Stefani Miglioranzi.


And you too, Mr. Pontius. Nummers...


pictures via daylife, facebook, and ME!

Philadelphia Union: MLS Expansion Hotties

At first, I did this out of my own curiosity. (I will be attending their home opener on Saturday.) Then I realized that I should share the fruits of my research so we can all appreciate the new meat attractive lads in Philly.


Brian Perk
Nationality: American
Position: GK
Age: 20
Height: 5'11"


Toni Stahl
Nationality: Finish
Position: MF
Age: 24
Height: 6'3"


Chris Seitz
Nationality: American
Position: GK
Age: 23
Height: 6'3"


Kyle Nakazawa
Nationality: American
Position: MF/FW
Age: 21
Height: 5'11"


Nick Zimmerman
Nationality: American
Position: FW
Age: 22
Height: 6'0"


Jordan Harvey
Nationality: American
Position: DF
Age: 26
Height: 5'11"


Stefani Miglioranzi
Nationality: Brazilian
Position: MF
Age: 32
Height: 6'1"


Danny Califf
Nationality: American
Position: DF
Age: 29
Height: 6'1"

pictures via PhiladelphiaUnion.com and google images

Philadelphia Union to Name Manager

And it's going to be Peter Nowak.



The former Polish football player has formerly coached D.C. United and the United States Olympic Team that traveled to Beijing in 2008.

pictures via google images

Philadelphia Names MLS Team and Colours

Philadelphia's MLS franchise released its name and colours yesterday in a ceremony held in City Hall's outdoor plaza.

The team will be called Philadelphia Union, which is a reference to the original 13 colonies (which are also represented in the thirteen stars within the crest), but I think it has more to do with a unity within the city and among its suburban neighbors. While I voted for "Philadelphia City" as the team name, I can appreciate the multiple meanings behind the Union. (Not a big fan of the snake though. Ick. It's apparently a reference to the "Don't Tread on Me" snake created by Ben Franklin. Whatever. Snakes are gross.)

With the colours of blue and gold, the team sought to represent the colors of George Washington's army. (I just noticed how similar the team's colours are to the theme of my blog. Weird, right? Or fate? Hmmm...) But this also refers to the team's supporter's group, The Sons of Ben. The group was easily seen and heard at the unveiling and enjoyed chants and singing before the proceedings began. As a member of the group, but one who lives an hour away and has a day job, I chose instead to watch the live stream on the MLS website. It was really exciting to see the enthusiasm from all parties present, including the Sons of Ben, city officials, and MLS officials.

Season tickets are available to purchase at the official team website and range from $275 to $1,100 for a 17-game package.

PERSONAL NOTE:
Dear Philadelphia Union,
Please (pretty please) hire me as a writer. I'm willing to relocate and work super duper, extra hard. I love football (obviously) and would be a dedicated servant to the Union, it's players and it's staff. I beg of you, please e-mail me.

Thanks,
Blair at MRWF