After the Revolution reached the MLS Cup final for the fifth time in 2014, management should have rewarded coach Jay Heaps with a huge raise and provided big-money roster reinforcements, plus an elite support staff. I basically proposed those measures in this space nearly three years ago, and urged … [Read more...]
The Juventus-Roma match at Gillette offers glimpse of what’s possible
No matter where U.S. soccer is going, Charlie Stillitano likely is to be among those either navigating the waves or blazing a new trail. And, whether Stillitano continues organizing high-level summer tournaments or sparks the start of a global league, the Boston area will remain on his … [Read more...]
Could Boston support two pro soccer teams?
Three professional soccer teams claim to represent New York. All three — the New York Cosmos, New York City FC and New York Red Bulls — have encountered problems securing venues in and around the Big Apple, but their games are accessible by public transportation and all have developed a loyal … [Read more...]
Style, stadium, attitude build New England Revolution home-field advantage
While New England Revolution management has been shopping for new digs, the team has been making the most of the competitive advantages of playing at Gillette Stadium. In fact, had the Revolution not optimized home-field advantage, recent successful seasons might have ended in mediocrity and … [Read more...]
Some USWNT, Women’s World Cup success falls on Mike Lavigne
Editor's note: This story appeared in the June 2015 edition of New England Soccer Journal. In the buildup to the Women's World Cup in Canada, Frank Dell'Apa looks at home some locals helped propel the the U.S. women's national team forward. The U.S. women’s national team is all grown up now, a … [Read more...]
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