Finally went to my first professional soccer match, and I was not disappointed. Me and a few other friends hit the Minnesota United game at the Metrodome against the Fort Lauderdale Strikers, where they emerged victorious 2-1. I was impressed with the atmosphere in the dome and especially by the supporters section, who were vocal and loud the entire game. From several of the songs I heard they must have recruited several trumpeters from the University of Minnesota band. United was down early as the Strikers struck in the 13th minute after the MN keeper was unable to control a back pass and basically had it stolen from him for an easy tap in. United got several good chances in the first half but was unable to capitalize and entered the half down 1-0. In the second half they came out firing again. In the 57th minute Pablo Campos finally broke through for United as he put home a penalty kick. After a lull in the action the last 10 minutes became incredibly fast paced as both teams became stretched out and several very fast attacks went both ways. Finally, in the 94th minute Pablo Campos once again put home a goal for United on the end of a beautiful left-footed cross from a United teammate. Below I've posted my video of United's 1st goal!!
Saturday, June 8, 2013
June 8, 2013
June 8, 2013
Finally went to my first professional soccer match, and I was not disappointed. Me and a few other friends hit the Minnesota United game at the Metrodome against the Fort Lauderdale Strikers, where they emerged victorious 2-1. I was impressed with the atmosphere in the dome and especially by the supporters section, who were vocal and loud the entire game. From several of the songs I heard they must have recruited several trumpeters from the University of Minnesota band. United was down early as the Strikers struck in the 13th minute after the MN keeper was unable to control a back pass and basically had it stolen from him for an easy tap in. United got several good chances in the first half but was unable to capitalize and entered the half down 1-0. In the second half they came out firing again. In the 57th minute Pablo Campos finally broke through for United as he put home a penalty kick. After a lull in the action the last 10 minutes became incredibly fast paced as both teams became stretched out and several very fast attacks went both ways. Finally, in the 94th minute Pablo Campos once again put home a goal for United on the end of a beautiful left-footed cross from a United teammate. Below I've posted my video of United's 1st goal!!
Finally went to my first professional soccer match, and I was not disappointed. Me and a few other friends hit the Minnesota United game at the Metrodome against the Fort Lauderdale Strikers, where they emerged victorious 2-1. I was impressed with the atmosphere in the dome and especially by the supporters section, who were vocal and loud the entire game. From several of the songs I heard they must have recruited several trumpeters from the University of Minnesota band. United was down early as the Strikers struck in the 13th minute after the MN keeper was unable to control a back pass and basically had it stolen from him for an easy tap in. United got several good chances in the first half but was unable to capitalize and entered the half down 1-0. In the second half they came out firing again. In the 57th minute Pablo Campos finally broke through for United as he put home a penalty kick. After a lull in the action the last 10 minutes became incredibly fast paced as both teams became stretched out and several very fast attacks went both ways. Finally, in the 94th minute Pablo Campos once again put home a goal for United on the end of a beautiful left-footed cross from a United teammate. Below I've posted my video of United's 1st goal!!
Thursday, June 6, 2013
June 6, 2013
June 6, 2013
Summer is in full swing!! And for fantasy football players like myself, the season is never done. The Good and the Bad, my main dynasty league is currently in in the midst of its rookie draft. As to be expected offense was taken early and often, with defense finally making a comeback in the later rounds. Currently we're at the beginning of Round 4. I'll talk a bit about my picks so far.
2.11, 27th Overall, Jarvis Jones, LB, PIT - Jones will be competing for a starting spot right out of the gate, and with his pass-rushing ability I believe he will win a spot on opening day. A fierce OLB in the mold of Von Miller, he has the potential to be a double digit sack LB. This upside made him an easy 2nd round choice, overall I had him rated as the #1 LB and #6 overall player.
3.07, 39th Overall, Eric Reid, S, SF - Questions at safety for the Niners made Reid's selection a no-brainer. He will most likely win a starting safety job in training camp and will be a solid player at the back of the Niners defense. He has big potential to develop into one of the games best safeties. I had him rated as the #2 Safety and #14 overall player.
4.04, 53rd Overall, Bjoern Werner, DE, IND - I can't believe he fell to the 4th, and I was happy to snag him here. In this case I drafted straight off my Big Board and not by need, as he was easily my highest rated remaining. He'll start day 1 in Indy and with a little more polishing can be an elite DE. His arrival should lighten the loss of Dwight Freeney. His ability to play with his hand in the dirt and standing up will also help him make an impact. He was my #2 DE and #17 overall player.
I would have picked earlier in the 3rd, but I traded back twice to get to 4.04 and pick some cash. It worked out well as I was still able to grab Werner in the 4th. My next pick is 4.17 and I also have 5.10.
Summer is in full swing!! And for fantasy football players like myself, the season is never done. The Good and the Bad, my main dynasty league is currently in in the midst of its rookie draft. As to be expected offense was taken early and often, with defense finally making a comeback in the later rounds. Currently we're at the beginning of Round 4. I'll talk a bit about my picks so far.
2.11, 27th Overall, Jarvis Jones, LB, PIT - Jones will be competing for a starting spot right out of the gate, and with his pass-rushing ability I believe he will win a spot on opening day. A fierce OLB in the mold of Von Miller, he has the potential to be a double digit sack LB. This upside made him an easy 2nd round choice, overall I had him rated as the #1 LB and #6 overall player.
3.07, 39th Overall, Eric Reid, S, SF - Questions at safety for the Niners made Reid's selection a no-brainer. He will most likely win a starting safety job in training camp and will be a solid player at the back of the Niners defense. He has big potential to develop into one of the games best safeties. I had him rated as the #2 Safety and #14 overall player.
4.04, 53rd Overall, Bjoern Werner, DE, IND - I can't believe he fell to the 4th, and I was happy to snag him here. In this case I drafted straight off my Big Board and not by need, as he was easily my highest rated remaining. He'll start day 1 in Indy and with a little more polishing can be an elite DE. His arrival should lighten the loss of Dwight Freeney. His ability to play with his hand in the dirt and standing up will also help him make an impact. He was my #2 DE and #17 overall player.
I would have picked earlier in the 3rd, but I traded back twice to get to 4.04 and pick some cash. It worked out well as I was still able to grab Werner in the 4th. My next pick is 4.17 and I also have 5.10.
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