DC United latest news[R]

[Frank Cunha]

"It's always been our thought that AEG's soccer department, almost by definition, would run its course and I would return to United. I'm excited to be back. [With a new coach,] we have the makings of a new era here."
-- Kevin Payne, who is returning to D.C.'s day-to-day operations as the club's president and chief executive officer. Payne, who has been overseeing the operations of several Anschutz Entertainment Group MLS teams over the past two and a half year, was D.C. United's president and general manager from 1996 to 2001, during which time it won three MLS titles. (Washington Post)

"I'll still be involved with assisting [AEG] but without the direct oversight of the other teams."
-- Payne. (Washington Post)

[Lemmy]

Originally Posted by Frank Cunha

DC United, 6 games played against Premier League teams still undefeated, Blackburn, Newcastle, Tottenham to mention some

Yet they stink in the league 8bo: Hopefully Nowak and Adu will turn things around for the club and United will actually have a winning record this season.

[Frank Cunha]

you can watch the draft live twomorrow at 10 am on fox sports world

[Frank Cunha]

DC United only got 3 picks in twomorrow draft the richer get's rich


Chicago: 10 picks (9, 14, 19, 20, 28, 38, 39, 49, 51, 59)
Colorado: 4 picks (15, 35, 45, 55).
Columbus: 8 picks (2, 12, 16, 25, 32, 41, 42, 52).
Dallas: 5 picks (4, 6, 29, 31, 54).
D.C. United: 3 picks (1, 34, 44).
Kansas City: 6 picks (7, 17, 24, 37, 47, 4.
Los Angeles: 8 picks (3, 11, 13, 22, 33, 43, 53, 57).
MetroStars: 4 picks (21, 26, 36, 46).
New England: 5 picks (8, 18, 23, 56, 5.
San Jose: 7 picks (5, 10, 27, 30, 40, 50, 60).
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[Frank Cunha]

DC trade for KC's #24 and take Ara

[Frank Cunha]

Etcheverry leaves United after eight seasons

The Associated Press
1/21/04 8:13 PM


CHANTILLY, Va. (AP) -- Seven-time All-Star Marco Etcheverry, who helped lead D.C. United to three MLS titles in the 1990s, said Wednesday he is leaving the team after eight seasons.

The only player remaining from United's inaugural 1996 season, Etcheverry is one of the most accomplished players in league history. The Bolivian playmaker was an instrumental part of United's MLS Cup titles in 1996, 1997 and 1999. He was also league MVP in 1998, MLS Cup MVP in 1996 and All-Star game MVP in 2002.

"I want to let the fans know that I will always be a part of the D.C. United family," Etcheverry said. "Now I will be just like them, cheering the team on from the outside."

Etcheverry's departure had been expected. At 33 years old, he is not the dominant creative force he once was, and United needs room under the salary cap to rebuild after two losing seasons under coach Ray Hudson. The team chose 14-year-old Freddy Adu as the No. 1 overall pick in the draft last week, and Peter Nowak was hired as the new coach earlier this month.

Etcheverry's contract expired at the end of the season and he is expected to finish his playing career overseas. He could return to his native Bolivia, but he also has reportedly received offers from teams in the Middle East.

Etcheverry is third in assists in MLS history with 101. He is United's leader in assists, games played (191), games started (180), minutes played (16,305) and game-winning assists (25). He had six goals and seven assists in 2003.

[Frank Cunha]

"No, we've been clear with ABC. I won't say they wouldn't like to see him on the field, but they accept that it's the coach's decision."
-- MLS Deputy Commissioner Ivan Gazidis, also referring to Adu and the league's season opener on April 3, which will be live on ABC. (New York Sun)

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[Pferd]

when does the season start?

[Frank Cunha]

"If coach puts me on the field, whether it's starting or coming in [off the bench], I know I can produce. I'm not really worried about that, because I've played against the MLS guys and I know what I can do against them and I'm going to go in with confidence and I'm not going to be scared of anyone. I'll go in and play my game and see what happens."
-- D.C. United forward Freddy Adu (The Washington Post)

"I think the club owes him the loyalty of giving him a shot at this. Jaime [Moreno] meant so much to our club, and the injuries he suffered over the years
occurred when he was on our team. He should have a chance to demonstrate
whether he can still play in this league."
-- Kevin Payne, president of D.C. United, which is nearing a deal that will
bring Moreno back from the MetroStars after an injury-riddled 2003 season.
(The Washington Post)

[Lemmy]

Originally Posted by Pferd

when does the season start?

April 3. DC United will play at home, so I might go to see Adu :thumbsup:

[BethlehemFC]

Originally Posted by Lemmy

April 3. DC United will play at home, so I might go to see Adu :thumbsup:

That would be cool. Although cool just to be at the opener.

[Lemmy]

It is cool that I might see Adu in the opener, but tickets are probably going to be higher than most since it is the season opener.

[Frank Cunha]

tickets will be the same for all the games :danc:

[Frank Cunha]

DAVID VAUDREUIL NAMED AS NEW HEAD COACH



Monday, February 9 2004

The Atlanta Silverbacks announced today they have hired David Vaudreuil as their new Head Coach.

Vaudreuil has had a very successful playing career winning two MLS Championships with DC United in 1996 and ‘97 and a Mexican Indoor Championship with Puebla in 1994. In addition to these honors Soccer America also selected him to the ‘Best Ever’ teams of both DC United and the Colorado Rapids.
Vaudreuil is an articulate speaker with effective public relation skills in both Spanish and English and served as an Executive Committee Member of the Major League Soccer Players Association from 1997-2002.

Stephen Pratten, President/CEO of the Atlanta Silverbacks remarked,”we are very pleased to have found a person of David’s quality and experience. We are certain the knowledge he brings will be a tremendous asset to the Atlanta Silverbacks organization and the Atlanta soccer community.”

[Frank Cunha]

DC United - Nottingham Forest, July 14
http://www.nottinghamforest.premium...486103,00.html?

You have to sign up for that link, here's a little bit:

"After flying out of Manchester Airport on July 9, Forest will face Major League outfit D.C. United on July 14, followed by 'A' League side Richmond Kickers on July 16 and the University of Richmond three days later."