Jon Busch primed for another season between the posts for the San Jose Earthquakes
After playing every minute of every 2011 San Jose Earthquakes’ regular season match except for the one against New England Revolution, goalkeeper Jon Busch was ready to allow himself a little vacation. The Quakes followed up a win over FC Dallas on October 22 in their regular season finale with a series of fitness tests on Monday and Tuesday. By Wednesday afternoon, the players were free to leave for the off season. Busch says that “I usually take about two weeks off as soon... Read More
San Jose Earthquakes supporter group’s unique fundraiser hopes to help players, send message to MLS
Confusion and frustration are often the result when one is forced to measure the fairness of the competing notions of doing what is right and doing what is demanded. No more has that struggle played out than within MLS headquarters this week in the aftermath of events in the match between visiting San Jose Earthquakes and Real Salt Lake. In one cringe-worthy sequence of player action and officiating reaction, RSL forward Alvaro Saborio appeared to dive in the penalty area, earning... Read More
Quakes Cast Episode 22: Earthquakes settle for draw with Vancouver, get blown out at Real Salt Lake, and look to turn things around against DC United
Another double dose of MLS action played out for the San Jose Earthquakes last week, and the Quakes Cast crew were ready to talk all about it. Well, expect for Kelly who was vacationing with his family and generously allowed Robert and Joe to take care of business for the week. Starting off with the 2-2 home draw against the Vancouver Whitecaps, the dynamic podcasting duo delve into the reasons the Quakes twice could not hold a lead against the expansion team from Canada. Moving... Read More
Busch’s saves, Wondolowski’s goal lift San Jose past L.A. 1-0
Goal scorer Chris Wondolowski enjoys accolades from the fans following the Earthquakes' 1-0 win over the L.A. Galaxy on Saturday. Photo: Joe Nuxoll, centerlinesoccer.com. Center Line Soccer’s complete coverage includes a photo gallery and post-game interviews with the head coaches and key players from both sides (below). Santa Clara — The resurgent San Jose Earthquakes thrilled an overflow crowd at Buck Shaw Stadium Saturday, riding a Chris Wondolowski goal and... Read More