Media Musings

The  introduction of Thierry Henry drew plenty of media coverage both in the New York ara and nationally.  Articles in mainstream publications, interviews on local and national media outlets and discussion on ESPN and elsewhere.  The introduction was well managed by the Red Bulls, and other than a much maligned in studio interview with Good [...]

Soccer Business Bits: Expansion in Portland, Friendly Fun and More

Another weekend of soccer is in the books and it was another full slate for the Beautiful Game in the States.  However, before we get to the weekend, a couple of notes.  First, Michael Lewis of the Salt Lake Tribune weighs in with a detailed piece looking at the business side of MLS.  Lewis notes [...]

The Return of Beckham: The Business of the FSC Broadcast

The big story in American soccer is the return of David Beckham to MLS and the Galaxy lineup.  As we have on a number of prior occassions, we thought we would blog about the business of the TV coverage of an important American soccer game.  As is typical, FSC started with a 30 minute pre-game.  [...]

Soccer Business Bits: Deals, Deals and More Deals

As we do every few weeks, it is time again to take a look around MLS for ticket offers and bargains.  The Columbus Crew are offering the “July Mini Ball Pack“.   Starting at $19 per ticket, the package includes a mini-ball per ticket.  The package requires the purchase of 4 tickets and 4 balls. Not [...]

Business Bits: United Stadium, TV Rights and More

DC United’s efforts to get a stadium built in Prince George’s County took a small step forward with the Maryland House Appropriations Committee approving a bill to fund a study about the project.  United is seeking State and County funds to build a new soccer specific stadium near the Metro in Maryland.  With RFK crumbling [...]

The Morning After: MLS, WPS, USMNT

It was a big weekend for U.S. soccer fans.  The National Team was in El Salvador for a qualifier, WPS kicked off in Los Angeles and the MLS completed its second week of games.   ESPN2 televised the National Team (after not showing an MLS game this week).  Captain Morgan’s featured prominently as an advertisor (I [...]

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