September 2, 2010
OFFSIDE REMARKS
Appreciating Mike Petke
Mike Petke always has been the first to tell you that he wasn't the most talented player on the field. But what endeared the the veteran defender to the fans was that he cared whether the team was trying to snap a long losing streak during the 2009 season or enjoying a quick start to his year. The passion he displayed on the field and for the team, regardless what it was named, was second to none.
August 21, 2010
OFFSIDE REMARKS
Red Bulls come up big when it counts
Let's see. Thierry Henry still hasn't found the back of the net in five games. But that doesn't matter, not after Saturday's 4-1 demolition of Toronto FC at BMO Field. Yes, that win was on the road and not at home. Yes -- a 4-1 victory away from the friendly confines of Red Bull Arena.
August 16, 2010
EASIER WRITTEN THAN DONE
'It looks quite simple. it is also very tiring'
This story originally posted in the Rochester Democrat and Chronicle on Aug. 7, 1976, when Michael Lewis did a “George Plimpton,” working out with the Rochester Lancers for two days. This story was used with permission by the Rochester Democrat and Chronicle
August 13, 2010
OFFSIDE REMARKS
Bradley rumor the dark side of the internet
So, Bob Bradley has resigned as U.S. national coach to take on the Aston Villa job today, huh? What's that? He hasn't? But I read it on the internet. It has to be true, right?
August 6, 2010
OFFSIDE REMARKS
Remembering a horrible moment, 65 years ago
I usually don't pull up old interviews, but since today is the 65th anniverary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, I wanted to share with you a story. About a decade ago I interview Ken Naganuma, who at the time was deputy chairman of the 2002 Japan World Cup Organizing Committee. He was a Hiroshima survivor.
August 2, 2010
OFFSIDE REMARKS
For the Red Bulls, the stakes are that much higher with talented trio
The sad sacks and laughing stock of the league only a year ago, the Red Bulls find themselves today with some great expectations. The additions of Thierry Henry and Rafa Marquez certainly will do that for you.
July 28, 2010
OFFSIDE REMARKS
Remembering a man who gave you a chance
The news is always stunning when someone you know passes away. That was the case when I read that Vic Ziegel had died last week. Ziegel, long-time sports columnist at the New York Daily News, was the jack of all trades and master of most of them.
July 26, 2010
OFFSIDE REMARKS
Hey, how about a John Wolyniec day?
Regardless what he decides -- to remain with the Red Bulls in a coaching capacity or trying to continue his career with another MLS team, one thing is certain about John Wolyniec -- he deserves a day.
July 19, 2010
OFFSIDE REMARKS
A wasteful time for the 1980 Boys of Summer
As anniversaries go, July 19 isn't exactly etched into U.S. sports history. But if you look deep enough you will figure it out. Some 30 years ago today. the 1980 Summer Olympics kicked off in Moscow -- without the United States, which boycotted the event. President Jimmy Carter decided to boycott the Games in response to the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan the previous December.
July 14, 2010
OFFSIDE REMARKS
One last look at the World Cup through the Mikey Awards
With another one in the books, it's time to take stock of the South African experience with the quadrennial Mikey Awards, which are given for unusual and sometimes out of this World Cup achievements.
July 13, 2010
OFFSIDE REMARKS
Henry, Angel should be a heavenly duo, but who will get them the ball?
It's the worst-kept secret in all of American soccer. If you don't know by now, you have either kept your head in the sand for the past month or are reading this website for the very first time.
July 12, 2010
OFFSIDE REMARKS
Some Totally Bad Football
This was supposed to be Total Football? Maybe totaled football. Instead, Sunday's World Cup final turned into a total bore, a total farce and a total disgrace to the beautiful game.
July 9, 2010
OFFSIDE REMARKS
Looking ahead to Brazil in 2014
The World Cup might not be over until Sunday, but they're already looking toward the 20th edition that will be hosted by Brazil in 2014.
July 8, 2010
OFFSIDE REMARKS
Spain plays survival game to perfection
We've seen it happen so many times before, yet we almost never learn. A team is so impressive at the World Cup that we make them the favorites and the flavor of the week.
July 6, 2010
OFFSIDE REMARKS
Mailbag: Responses to my comments about Uruguay not cheating vs. Ghana
My column about whether Uruguay striker Luis Suarez batting away an obvious goal off the goal line certainly got some intriguing replies, pro and con. Here are some of the more intriguing ones.
