Playing Time: The American Dream
Juan Agudelo, shown here during a US Men's National Team draw against Chile in January 2011, is one of many young Americans hoping to see action against Argentina in Saturday's USMNT friendly. Photo: Joe Nuxoll, centerlinesoccer.com. For all those truths we hold to be self-evident in this, our relentless pursuit of the American dream, we struggle to identify a coherent sporting philosophy. All people are created equal. Earning something is better than being given something.... Read More
Sam Cronin provides stability for the San Jose Earthquakes midfield
Sam Cronin participates in preseason training with his San Jose Earthquakes teammates ahead of the 2011 MLS regular season. Photo: Joe Nuxoll, centerlinesoccer.com. At this time a year ago, midfielder Sam Cronin arrived for preseason camp with Toronto FC and began preparing for his sophomore season in Major League Soccer. Coming off a solid rookie season where he played 27 games, with 26 starts, while also taking time off to play in the Gold Cup with the U.S. Men’s National... Read More