Official 2006 Vancouver Whitecaps Season Thread
Posted: Sat Apr 22, 2006 1:55 am
In the CFL Forum, there is a post about the Lions pre-season game being 43 days away. But we don't have to wait that long to cheer for another local team whose season opening is today - the Vancouver Whitecaps! That's the men's team. The women's team will have their home opener on May 13.
Who is planning to attend the season opener? Unfortunately for the Whitecaps and their indecisive fans, even though the Canucks' season is over and the Lions' season hasn't started yet, there is still some competition in the form of the Vancouver Giants playing in their game 2 on Saturday night. Which one to attend?
Anyways, any thoughts and predictions on the Whitecaps this season?
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April 20, 2006 - Vancouver Whitecaps Men?s team kicks off their 2006 campaign this Saturday versus long-time rivals the Portland Timbers at Swangard Stadium, 7:00pm. Less than 1,000 tickets remain for Saturday?s home opener.
?We have had a very busy off-season and are ready and excited about the start of a new season,? said Whitecaps Director of Soccer Operations Bob Lenarduzzi. ?The squad looks very strong and ticket sales have been great. In addition to the large crowd for Saturday?s tilt we anticipate a strong turnout throughout the season with over 2,100 season ticket equivalents, which includes a 200 per cent increase in new season ticket sales.?
The Opponent ? Portland Timbers
The Timbers come to Vancouver with a roster which includes the return of their top players from 2005, Mexican striker Byron Alvarez, playmaker Hugh Alcaraz-Cuellar and United Soccer League First Division All-League defender Scot Thompson; however, new head coach, Chris Agnello has changed much of the supporting cast. One of the more notable additions is attacking midfielder Luke Kreamalmeyer who played for Real Salt Lake of Major League Soccer in 2005.
Opening Night Entertainment
In addition to the action on the pitch, there will be a ton of activity on the concourse throughout the evening. CirKids, a circus of storytelling, imagination, and performance that includes a blend of traditional circus arts with athletics, dance and theatre, will perform pre-game, half-time and post-game. Local band Troys ?R Us will also be rocking Swangard prior to kick off and at half-time. Finally, following the match fans are encouraged to stay for the third annual post-game fireworks.
Make sure to bring your sunscreen. The forecast calls for sunny skies, fantastic entertainment and exciting soccer!
Ticket Information
Individual tickets are available at all Ticketmaster Ticket Centres, on-line at ticketmaster.ca or by phone at 604.280.4400. Individual tickets start at just $16, or secure a Family Pack with four tickets and two McDonald?s extra value meals from just $49.
Who is planning to attend the season opener? Unfortunately for the Whitecaps and their indecisive fans, even though the Canucks' season is over and the Lions' season hasn't started yet, there is still some competition in the form of the Vancouver Giants playing in their game 2 on Saturday night. Which one to attend?
Anyways, any thoughts and predictions on the Whitecaps this season?
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April 20, 2006 - Vancouver Whitecaps Men?s team kicks off their 2006 campaign this Saturday versus long-time rivals the Portland Timbers at Swangard Stadium, 7:00pm. Less than 1,000 tickets remain for Saturday?s home opener.
?We have had a very busy off-season and are ready and excited about the start of a new season,? said Whitecaps Director of Soccer Operations Bob Lenarduzzi. ?The squad looks very strong and ticket sales have been great. In addition to the large crowd for Saturday?s tilt we anticipate a strong turnout throughout the season with over 2,100 season ticket equivalents, which includes a 200 per cent increase in new season ticket sales.?
The Opponent ? Portland Timbers
The Timbers come to Vancouver with a roster which includes the return of their top players from 2005, Mexican striker Byron Alvarez, playmaker Hugh Alcaraz-Cuellar and United Soccer League First Division All-League defender Scot Thompson; however, new head coach, Chris Agnello has changed much of the supporting cast. One of the more notable additions is attacking midfielder Luke Kreamalmeyer who played for Real Salt Lake of Major League Soccer in 2005.
Opening Night Entertainment
In addition to the action on the pitch, there will be a ton of activity on the concourse throughout the evening. CirKids, a circus of storytelling, imagination, and performance that includes a blend of traditional circus arts with athletics, dance and theatre, will perform pre-game, half-time and post-game. Local band Troys ?R Us will also be rocking Swangard prior to kick off and at half-time. Finally, following the match fans are encouraged to stay for the third annual post-game fireworks.
Make sure to bring your sunscreen. The forecast calls for sunny skies, fantastic entertainment and exciting soccer!
Ticket Information
Individual tickets are available at all Ticketmaster Ticket Centres, on-line at ticketmaster.ca or by phone at 604.280.4400. Individual tickets start at just $16, or secure a Family Pack with four tickets and two McDonald?s extra value meals from just $49.