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What is MLS? The Best Thing to Happen to Canadian Soccer Since 1986

A More Splendid Life 01 October @ 12:21 PM EST
Running around a bit today, so here's a feel-good story. I hadn't read this comment in full when I posted my story about De Ro scoring the golden goal; amazing how resonant it was north of the border. Here's Duane Rollins in his own words:
That game hooked me. I was writing for a B. Click to continue reading...

Big Soccer Means Big Douchebags

A More Splendid Life 19 August @ 02:33 PM EST
The Archerites are at it again. This time Aaron Stollar makes some wild generalizations about Canadian soccer fans based on the 24thminute's commentary on MLS' lacklustre participation in the CONCACAF Champions League and the plebes go wild (check the comment section).
Read the offending post. Click to continue reading...

Taking MLS "Hardcore" to Task

A More Splendid Life 19 August @ 01:30 PM EST
Duane Rollins takes the Columbus Crew fans to task for not giving more support to the best club in MLS. While I agree little has been done to market some of the subsidiary competitions, in this case the CONCACAF Champions League, it seems to me there is a demographic issue that can't be avoided. Greater Seattle has a population of just under three million, Toronto 4. Click to continue reading...