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Time for MLS and ESPN to Make Changes Together

November 29th, 2008 · Comments · American Soccer, ESPN, Major League Soccer

In early August of 2006, it was announced that ESPN had paid for the rights to broadcast MLS.  At the announcement, officials from both sides agreed that ESPN would brand MLS with all the glory that its broadcasting style conveys to U.S. sports fans.   But, another MLS season has come and gone and except for the soccer purists, it has passed […]

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Americanizing Soccer for the U.S. Sports Fan pt. 3

October 6th, 2008 · Comments · American Soccer

Professional soccer in the U.S. from March to August should play a 40-50 game schedule.  The schedule should exclude any other type of inter-league or international club play till after the American season is completed.  This schedule will keep the U.S. sports fan focused on the beginning, middle and end to the pro soccer season.  More games […]

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