Away Days: Vancouver
The first thing that will jump out to you about newly-renovated BC Place is the roof. This focal point of Vancouver Whitecaps FC’s new building provides a sense of space unrivaled in any MLS venue. It’s a suspension-based structure that is retractable, much like a few of the new European venues seen in Germany. If … Read more
Away Days: Philadelphia
Some photos from my first trip to Philadelphia’s PPL Park. We played the Union last season in the club’s inaugural MLS match, but that contest was hosted at Lincoln Financial Field. PPL Park was a much more intimate environment, and like its European predecessors, the venue rises out of a working class neighborhood (Chester, Pa.) … Read more
Away Days: Seattle
It was good being back in the Emerald City, a place that in many ways still feels like home to me. Though United’s result against Sounders FC left much to be desired, I had a great time catching up with family and friends. Here are some of the snaps from my walk around town, our … Read more
Away Days: Sporting Kansas City
Much has been made of Sporting Kansas City’s newly-constructed LIVESTRONG Sporting Park. I won’t repeat what has already been written – it’s a beautiful facility. From a communications perspective, I was particularly impressed with the club’s post-match media setup. Inside a glass-enclosed press room, commentary from both head coaches is delivered to an an adjoining membership … Read more
Away Days: Chicago 2011
Chicago is one of my favorite cities. Anyone who has been there can tell you about its intimate downtown neighborhoods and gorgeous vistas. During last year’s D.C. United visit to the Windy City, I received a quality prank from the players. Jump ahead to 2011, and history repeated itself at the very same restaurant. With … Read more
Away Days: RSL 2011
In my first season with D.C. United I waxed poetic about Real Salt Lake’s Rio Tinto Stadium. Officially my favorite MLS road venue, we enjoyed better success this time around in Utah. Though there was a bit of controversy, it was another great trip to RSL and I was able to get a couple of … Read more
