VANCOUVER WHITECAPS FC AND OTHER SOCCER NEWS:
Whitecaps FC striker, Eric Hassli scored some amazing goals this season - "Overall, I think he's had a successful first year, and one thing, he scored some unbelievable goals, which is a great advertisement for the league,” said ‘Caps director of soccer operations, Tom Soehn in response to Hassli’s season. (Martin MacMahon – sportsnet.ca)
Speaking of great advertisements for soccer, check out this public service announcement (PSA) from the Canadian Soccer Association in partnership with Sport Canada and produced by Meathawk Productions. The video features Whitecaps FC co-owner Steve Nash and former ‘Caps striker Christine Sinclair, as well as men’s national team striker Julian de Guzman, as they encourage Canadians to share the passion and fun of the beautiful game. (Canada Soccer)
Staying on the topic of Canadian soccer, the men’s national team dominated in yesterday’s CONCACAF qualifying match against St. Kitts. With the next stage of qualifying not until June, read about Canada’s chances and what it could mean for Canadian soccer here! (The Canadian Press – tsn.ca)
If you missed Canada’s CONCACAF qualifier, take a look at the full highlights here! (sportsnet.ca)
Don’t forget to support the Vancouver Whitecaps FC Movember Team!
WHITECAPS FC ON THE RADIO:
Did you miss last week’s “Simon Fudge’s Friday Football Free-for-all” on ‘Whitecaps FC Daily’ featuring whitecapsfc.com club correspondent and senior writer Simon Fudge? Don’t miss out as Simon tells you what’s ‘hot’ in all things soccer every week.
Make sure you listen to ‘Whitecaps FC Daily’ with Peter Schaad on TEAM 1410 sports radio throughout the week, as he connects with his partner-in-crime Paul Dolan to discuss a variety of topics this week. You can listen right now on teamradio.ca or find the podcast you are looking for right HERE.
The show is on every Monday to Friday at 3 p.m. PT on TEAM 1410.
Need even more soccer updates, information, and soccer perspective? Listen live to ‘Full-Time: Vancouver’s Soccer Show’ with Tyler Green and Mike Martignago’ which can be heard every Sunday from 9:00 – 11:00p.m. PT.
WHITECAPS FC IN THE HOUSE:
This week’s Movember update focuses more on Whitecaps FC supporters and what they’re doing to raise money and awareness this month. (Alexis Demmery – whitecapsfc.com)
Canada was victorious in a World Cup qualifying match against St. Kitts yesterday, winning 4-0 - Be sure to get the full highlights and break down of the match! (Rudi Schuller – MLSsoccer.com)
Former Whitecaps FC striker, Christine Sinclair was one of the few chosen to be inducted into the United Soccer Leagues Hall of Fame. “She was an integral part of our championship team in 2006 and she has consistently proven herself on the international stage as one of the top female soccer players in the world,” said Whitecaps FC President, Bob Lenarduzzi in reaction to the announcement. (whitecapsfc.com)
Also, don’t forget Vancouver Whitecaps FC is on Facebook and Twitter @WhitecapsFC to get all the updates, information and latest stories, and @WhitecapsMatch for live match updates!
