Inside the MLS

Logan Emroy: Inside the MLS

steveb@rednationonline.ca (Steven Bottjer) — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 17:06:00 EDT

In this interview, Logan and RedNation discuss his recent signing with Toronto FC, how he is adjusting to life in the MLS with the Reds, TFC Head Coach Aron Winter and Team Captain Torsten Frings, making the jump from the NASL to the MLS and his Major League Soccer debut on the road against Seattle.

Martin MacMahon: Inside the MLS

steveb@rednationonline.ca (Steven Bottjer) — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 04:01:00 EDT

RedNation Online recently had the opportunity to speak with Martin MacMahon, who covers the Vancouver Whitecaps for MLSsoccer.com and Sportsnet.ca. In this interview, Martin and RedNation discuss the state of the Vancouver Whitecaps heading into their second season in the MLS, whether or not Vancouver will qualify for the MLS playoffs and how the Whitecaps match up against Toronto FC.

Brad Knighton: Inside the MLS

steveb@rednationonline.ca (Steven Bottjer) — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:38:00 EDT

RedNation Online recently had the opportunity to speak with keeper Brad Knighton of the Vancouver Whitecaps. In this interview, Brad and RedNation discuss his move from the Carolina RailHawks to the Whitecaps, his relationship with Vancouver Head Coach Martin Rennie and the mood in the Whitecaps locker room as the squad prepares for the upcoming MLS season.

Reggie Lambe: Inside the MLS

steveb@rednationonline.ca (Steven Bottjer) — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:41:00 EDT

In this interview, Reggie and RedNation discuss his move to the MLS and signing with Toronto FC, his goals for his first season in Major League Soccer, the possibilities inherent in playing on a forward line with Danny Koevermans and Joao Plata, how well his game fits into Aron Winter's tactical system and Canadian International Jaime Peters.

Joe Cannon: Inside the MLS

steveb@rednationonline.ca (Steven Bottjer) — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 02:36:00 EDT

In this interview, Joe and RedNation discuss Whitecaps CEO Paul Barber's recent resignation, the Whitecaps acquisition of South Korea International Lee-Young Pyo, the current state of Vancouver's back line, his relationship with fellow keeper Jay Nolly in 2011 and his first impressions of incoming Whitecaps Head Coach Martin Rennie.

Richard Grootscholten: Inside the MLS

steveb@rednationonline.ca (Steven Bottjer) — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 02:53:00 EDT

RedNation Online recently had the opportunity to speak with Richard Grootscholten, the Technical Director and Head Coach of the Vancouver Whitecaps Residency Program. Born in the Netherlands, Grootscholten arrived in Canada with 20 years of coaching experience in Dutch soccer. In his previous position, he served as technical director of Sparta Rotterdam - the oldest professional soccer club in the Netherlands - from 2008 to 2010. Between 2006 and 2008, he served as head coach of the Sparta youth academy and assistant coach of the club�s first team.

Peter Schaad: Inside the MLS

steveb@rednationonline.ca (Steven Bottjer) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 02:07:00 EDT

In this interview, Peter and RedNation discuss the Whitecaps first season in the MLS, the mood around the club heading into the final weeks of the 2011 season, the state of the team heading into a crucial off-season, incoming Head Coach Martin Rennie and the Whitecaps upcoming first MLS match at BC Place.

Heiko Oldoerp: Inside the MLS

steveb@rednationonline.ca (Steven Bottjer) — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 23:51:00 EDT

RedNation Online recently had the opportunity to speak with Heiko Oldoerp of the German Press Agency. In this interview, Heiko discusses Toronto FC Designated Player Torsten Frings, the former Werden Bremen midfielder�s first match in the MLS, the influence of German legend Jurgen Klinsmann on Frings decision to sign with TFC, the reaction to his move to North America back in Germany and what Toronto FC fans can expect from the former German International.

Shea Salinas: Inside the MLS

steveb@rednationonline.ca (Steven Bottjer) — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 02:00:00 EDT

RedNation Online recently had the opportunity to speak with Shea Salinas of the Vancouver Whitecaps. In this interview, Shea discusses his first season with the Whitecaps, Vancouver�s recent coaching change from Teitur Thordarson to Tom Soehn, playing with Whitecaps Designated Player Eric Hassli, Vancouver�s recent win against his former team the Philadelphia Union and the Whitecaps upcoming rescheduled Canadian Championship final second leg against Toronto FC.

Danny Califf: Inside the MLS

steveb@rednationonline.ca (Steven Bottjer) — Fri, 27 May 2011 01:30:00 EDT

RedNation Online recently had the opportunity to speak with Danny Califf of the Philadelphia Union. In this interview, Danny discusses Philadelphia�s strong start to the 2011 MLS Campaign, his years playing professionally in Denmark, Union Head Coach Peter Nowak, Philadelphia keeper Faryd Mondragon, the physical nature of the central defender position and the Union�s upcoming match against Toronto FC.

Josh Janniere: Inside the MLS

steveb@rednationonline.ca (Steven Bottjer) — Fri, 20 May 2011 01:04:00 EDT

In this interview, Josh discusses signing with the Colorado Rapids and the early days of his MLS career, his time with the TFC Academy, playing in the MLS Reserve League, his professional debut against the Chicago Fire in the US Open Cup and his goals for the future.

Paul Barber: Inside the MLS

steveb@rednationonline.ca (Steven Bottjer) — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 01:08:00 EDT

In this interview, Paul and Chad Klassen of RedNation discuss how the first part of the Whitecaps campaign has gone from an executive's perspective, the reasons behind the team's successful launch, the media coverage that has exploded with the Whitecaps moving into the MLS and how much impact the MLS brand has had on the increased exposure the club is enjoying.

Sam Cronin: Inside the MLS

steveb@rednationonline.ca (Steven Bottjer) — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 23:40:00 EDT

In this interview, Sam and RedNation discuss the success that he and the Earthquakes enjoyed in the latter part of the 2010 season and in the 2010 MLS Playoffs, San Jose�s start to their 2011 MLS campaign, playing under Canadian Head Coach Frank Yallop, Sam�s thoughts on what it takes to be successful within Major League Soccer and the Earthquakes upcoming match against a Toronto FC squad that no longer features Dwayne De Rosario.

Terry Dunfield: Inside the MLS

steveb@rednationonline.ca (Steven Bottjer) — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 00:54:00 EDT

In this interview, Terry and RedNation discuss his decision to leave England to return home to sign with the Whitecaps, Vancouver's win over Toronto FC in Vancouver's inaugural MLS�match and representing Canada at the International level.

Inside the MLS: Beau Dure

steveb@rednationonline.ca (Steven Bottjer) — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 00:36:00 EDT

RedNation Online recently had the opportunity to speak with Beau Dure, the author of Long-Range Goals: The Success Story of Major League Soccer. As a sports reporter for USA TODAY, ESPN.com and The Huffington Post, Dure has covered Major League Soccer in the national press since 1999. He is also the current president of the North American Soccer Reporters and also writes regularly on soccer and a number of other sports in his blog at SportsMyriad.com. In this interview, Beau and Red Nation discuss his book Long-Range Goals - The Success Story of Major League Soccer, the current state of Major League Soccer, MLS Commissioner Don Garber, Toronto FC, MLS Expansion and the return of the New York Cosmos.

Pat Onstad of Houston Dynamo

steveb@rednationonline.ca (Steven Bottjer) — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 23:55:00 EDT

Born in Vancouver, British Columbia, Pat Onstad is a goalkeeper who plays for the Houston Dynamo. Onstad started his soccer career as a youth player with the West Point Grey, Marpole United, and Coquitlam Metro-Ford. He later led the University of British Colombia to three CIAU National Championships. After graduating, Onstad joined the Vancouver 86ers of the Canadian Soccer League in 1987. From 1988-89, he played for the Winnipeg Fury, also of the CSL. He moved to a third CSL team, the Toronto Blizzard, for 1990 and 1991. Onstad returned to the Fury in 1992, winning both the CSL Championship and the CSL Goalkeeper of the Year Award. Following a stint in Scotland with Dundee United, he moved to Major League Soccer in 2003 when he was signed by fellow Canadian Frank Yallop to the San Jose Earthquakes as a replacement for Joe Cannon. Onstad lead the Earthquakes to their second MLS Cup in three years and won the MLS Goalkeeper of the Year Award. He had another excellent year in 2005, supporting the Earthquakes as they went undefeated at home and winning the MLS Supporters' Shield, and winning the MLS Goalkeeper of the Year Award for a second time. He was named to the MLS Best XI in both 2003 and 2005.Along with the rest of his Earthquakes teammates, he moved to Houston for the 2006 season, where he tends goal to this day as one of the best keepers in the league. At the International level, Onstad is Canada's all-time leader in appearances by a goalkeeper with 57 caps. In this interview, Pat and Red Nation discuss Houston�s current campaign, his thoughts on the Vancouver Whitecaps joining Major League Soccer, the Men's Canadian National Team, his experiences playing in Scotland, Toronto FC keeper Stefan Frei,�his thoughts on how teams can be successful in the MLS�and TFC's new Interim Head Coach Nick Dasovic.

Ante Jazic of Chivas USA

steveb@rednationonline.ca (Steven Bottjer) — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 05:44:00 EDT

Inside the MLS: Ante Jazic Born in Bedford, Nova Scotia, Ante Jazic is a defender who plays for Chivas USA. Jazi� started his soccer career as a youth player for Scotia Soccer Club. At the senior level, he played for one the nation's strongest amateur teams, Halifax King of Donair, as well as a year with Dalhousie University in which he was named All-Canadian CIAU. Jazic began his professional career by joining NK Hrvatski Dragovoljac in 1997 after a successful try-out with the Croation club. After two years with Dragovoljac, he joined Croatian First League club Hajduk Split for the 1999-00 and 2000-01 seasons. He then played four seasons with Rapid Vienna in Austria and then two seasons with FC Kuban Krasnodar in the Russian Premier League. On June 27th, 2006, he signed a contract with Los Angeles Galaxy of Major League Soccer. On January 15th, 2009, he was traded to his current club, Chivas USA. At the international level, he has been capped 24 times by Canada In this interview, Ante and Red Nation discuss Chivas USA�s current campaign, new Chivas Head Coach Martin Vasquez, his former head coach and current TFC head coach Preki, his former teammate Maicon Santos, his experiences playing in Europe, the Men�s Canadian National Team and his upcoming match against Toronto FC at BMO Field.

Ryan Smith of the Kansas City Wizards

steveb@rednationonline.ca (Steven Bottjer) — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:25:00 EDT

Inside the MLS: Ryan Smith Born in London, England, Ryan Smith is an attacking midfielder who plays for the Kansas City Wizards. �A key member of the Wizards attack, Smith is one of the most exciting young players plying his trade in Major League Soccer. As one of the top prospects in Arsenal�s youth system, he became one of youngest players ever to represent the Arsenal first team in a 2003 Carling Cup match against Rotherham United. After leaving the Gunners in 2006, Smith played several more seasons in England before making the jump to the United States where he has quickly established himself as an offensive force for the Kansas City Wizards. At the international level, he has been represented England at the U-20 level. In this interview, Ryan and Red Nation discuss his current MLS campaign with Kansas City, the Wizards recent win against Manchester United, his time with Arsenal in the English Premier League, his thoughts on how Major League Soccer compares to the football leagues in England and his upcoming match against Toronto FC.