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Keeper Notes: Party with Brian Ching Wednesday night

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 13:00:00 GMT

<div> </div> <div> </div> <div>- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Keeper Notes Quickie - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Hey now, we've got the All-Stars! </div> <div> </div> <div> </div> <div>Brian Ching will host his All-Star Party at the House of Blues Wednesday night after the MLS All-Star Game to benefit <a href="http://www.brianchingsoccer.com/the-house-that-ching-built/">The House That Ching Built</a>/Habitat for Humanity. While there will be several VIPs in attendance, this event is open to the public (21 & older). </div> There will never be a better chance to meet MLS All-Stars up close and in person! All of the MLS All-Stars, Man U players and Dynamo players have been invited. While there is a player's lounge area, those players in attendance will be in the same room as everyone who purchased a general admission ticket. Former soccer greats Brandi Chastain, Alexi Lalas, John Harkes and Eric Wynalda will also be in attendance.   <div>The party will feature live music, dancing, a silent auction, raffle, drinks, celebrities, pro athletes from other sports, a souvenir stand, and much more. MLS All-Stars and Houston Dynamo players will serve as guest bartenders. Doors will open at 9 p.m. and the party will last until 2 a.m.  </div>   <div>There are three ticket options: (1) general admission for $20 (2) general admission plus a Brian Ching scarf for $25 (3) VIP ticket for $100, which includes includes access to VIP areas, meet & greet opportunities with players, light appetizers, a Brian Ching scarf and a limited edition numbered & autographed Brian Ching gift. There are fewer than 25 VIP tickets left! Tickets can be purchased at  <a target="_blank" href="http://www.livenation.com/event/0C0044D8B4867036?artistid=1461112&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=52">www.livenation.com/event/0C0044D8B4867036?artistid=1461112&majorcatid=</a><a target="_blank" href="http://www.livenation.com/event/0C0044D8B4867036?artistid=1461112&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=52">10001&minorcatid=52</a> For more info or to see the big list of items to be auctioned/raffled, see: <a target="_blank" href="http://www.brianchingsoccer.com/2010/07/brian-chings-all-star-party-set-for-july-28">www.brianchingsoccer.com/2010/07/brian-chings-all-</a><a target="_blank" href="http://www.brianchingsoccer.com/2010/07/brian-chings-all-star-party-set-for-july-28">star-party-set-for-july-28</a></div>

Keeper Notes, 6 July 10: (World Cup) Soccery news for Houston

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 12:00:00 GMT

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Keeper Notes, 6 July 10 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Sixty matches down, just four to go Dynamo Open Cup match tonight! The Dynamo host Chivas USA in the <a href="http://www.thecup.us">US Open Cup</a> quarterfinals tonight at Robertson Stadium; kickoff is 7:30 pm. <a href="http://www.houstondynamo.com/tickets">Tickets are just $12</a>. All seats are general admission and only west sideline seating sections will be open. Fans should park on the west side of the stadium (parking is free, <a href="http://www.bing.com/maps/#JnE9LkNsZWJ1cm5lK2F0K1Njb3R0JTJjK0hvdXN0b24lMmMrVFglN2Vzc3QuMCU3ZXBnLjEmYmI9MjkuNzMwMTM1ODUyNDIyNCU3ZS05NS4zNDAyNjAyODQ0NTE2JTdlMjkuNzE4MjY1NzkxODY3NyU3ZS05NS4zNjA3OTUyNzY2Njk2">use Scott St. entrances</a>) and enter through gate 4 on the west side (the only public gate), which opens at 6:30 pm. Walk-up sales are cash only. Ticket sales & will call will be at gate 4. This game will not be televised, but fans who can't make it to the stadium can listen to the action live on <a href="http://sports790.com/main.html">790 AM</a>. This is an elimination game, so if it's tied after 90 minutes, there will be overtime and maybe PKs. If the Dynamo advance, they face the winner of Wednesday's Seattle/LA match on August 31. World Cupdate We're down to the semifinals: Today, 1:30 pm kickoff, ESPN Uruguay v Netherlands Wednesday, 1:30 pm kickoff, ESPN Spain v Germany The Dynamo World Cup viewing parties will be at Hooters NASA today and Hooters Kirby tomorrow. Lucky's will host the Dynamo viewing party for Sunday's final. First to find the Keeper at Brian O'Neill's during today's semifinal gets tickets to Saturday's Dynamo game. (Wish her a happy birthday and get an extra Dynamo treat!) And then ... Saturday: third place match, 1:30 pm, ABC Sunday: World Cup final, 1:30 pm, ABC Where to watch <a href="http://www.KeeperNotes.com/WCpubs.htm">KeeperNotes.com/WCpubs.htm</a> Forgot to set your DVR? Go to <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com </a><a href="http://www.espn3.com">for full replays.</a> A daily slice of the World Cup 1560 The Game is offering a one-hour World Cup show every night at 7 pm through July 11. Listen at 1560 AM or <a href="http://www.1560thegame.com">1560thegame.com</a> . Call-in number is 713-439-1560. The Keeper is on the show this Wednesday! The race for the Golden Boot +numbers indicate assists 5+1 Villa, Spain 4 Higuain, Argentina 4 Vittek, Slovakia 4+1 Mueller, Germany 4+2 Sneijder, Netherlands 4+2 Klose, Germany 3 Donovan, USA 3+1 Forlan, Uruguay 3+1 Gyan, Ghana 3 Luis Fabiano, Brazil 3 Suarez, Uruguay Bill Simmons plays <a href="http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/page2/story?page=simmons/100701">20 questions with the World Cup</a> .     SW Indoor Soccer {advertisement} The next adult session kicks off Monday (after the World Cup). Registration is available online or just drop by the facility any day after 5 pm -- individuals can be placed on a house team for $75 per player, which includes ref fees. SWIS host adult leagues year-round for women's competitive & recreational, men's competitive & recreational, men's over 30, coed competitive and recreational, coed over 30 and Sat/Sun men's open. Each session offers eight games. For more info, see <a href="http://www.letsplaysoccer.com/main/Locations/southwest">www.letsplaysoccer.com/main/Locations/southwest</a> or call 281-564-7947 any day after 5 pm.         Join Brad's Brigade Saturday's Dynamo match against the Columbus Crew is Military Appreciation Night. For just $25, fans can purchase a package that includes one ticket for themselves plus one ticket for a soldier, a Brad’s Brigade T-shirt, a camo wristband, access to the special pre-game tailgate plus an opportunity to meet Brad Davis after the game. See <a href="http://www.HoustonDynamo.com/BradsBrigade">www.HoustonDynamo.com/BradsBrigade</a><a href="http://www.HoustonDynamo.com/BradsBrigade">.</a> There is also a <a href="http://www.houstondynamo.com/">special online offer</a> for Saturday's game -- for just $29.99 you can get a ticket to the game and a Forever Orange tailgating chair. Kickoff is 7:30 pm. Game airs live on TV Informa 43 and KHOU 11.2, and will also be broadcast on 790 AM (English) and 850 AM (Spanish). Houston's Summer of Soccer continues ... <a href="http://www.houstondynamo.com/summerofsoccer">www.houstondynamo.com/summerofsoccer</a>  <a href="http://www.mlssoccer.com/superliga">SuperLiga 2010</a> kicks off next week, and the Dynamo will face Pachuca and Puebla from the Mexican Primera Division as well as MLS Western Conference rival Chivas USA. Note that Pachuca's roster includes Herculez Gomez and Jose "Gringo" Torres from the US World Cup team. The other SuperLiga groups features Chicago & New England from MLS, plus Pumas and Morelia from Mexico. Top two teams from each group advance to the semifinals August 3-5, and the semifinal winners meet in the SuperLiga championship August 24-26 Thursday, July 15: Pachuca at Dynamo, 7 pm Sunday, July 18: Chivas USA at Dynamo, 7 pm plus Pachuca v Puebla, 9:30 pm This doubleheader is NOT part of season ticketholder package Wednesday, July 21: Puebla at Dynamo, 7 pm     The Reds are coming, the Reds are coming It's barely three weeks away ... do you have your <a href="http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0C004493A55E67C6?artistid=875665&majorcatid=10004&minorcatid=11">tickets</a>? The 2010 MLS All-Stars will take on Manchester United at Reliant Stadium on Wednesday, July 28. For group packages (10 or more tickets), call the Dynamo at 713-276-7500 and avoid Ticketmaster fees. Private suites are available for $195/seat and hold either 16 or 22 guests. Contact Brian Varnadoe at 832-667-2160.   Today is the last day to <a href="http://www.mlssoccer.com/content/mls-all-star-ballot">vote for the MLS All-Star First XI</a>. The top votegetters will be announced next Tuesday, July 13. Dynamo head coach Dominic Kinnear has been named assistant All-Star coach. He will collaborate with All-Star head coach Bruce Arean to select the five additional players who will join Commissioner Don Garber's two picks to complete the All-Star roster. Full roster will be announced July 19. For more details about Man U's North American tour: <a href="http://www.manutd.com/default.sps?pagegid={DF2DCE48-708C-4834-8884-028AFC12654A}">www.manutd.com/default.sps?pagegid={DF2DCE48-708C-4834-8884-028AFC12654A}</a> And just so you know, MLS and the Houston Dynamo have banned vuvuzelas from the MLS All-Star Game!           Shout out to ... - ASC New Stars. For the second year in a row, the ASC New Stars are the HFA Memorial Cup champions. ASC New Stars defeated CD Houston 1-0 at Robertson Stadium on June 26. - HFA's 2009-2010 division champions Premier: ASC New Stars Championship: Fury Division 1A: Titans Division 1B: Moya FC Division 2A: United Grenadiers Division 2B: Goal Diggers FC Division 3A: Inter Geoken FC Division 3B: Houston Brew Division 4: QFC Quasars - Boys u14 Lonestar 96B Red and Girls u198 Lonestars 91G Red, who both won their Region III championship matches and earned the right to compete for the youth national championship title later this month in Kansas.       Stars & Stripes update Just as one World Cup ends, another begins ... The u20 Women's World Cup kicks off next Tuesday in Germany. The first opponent for the u20 US women is none other than Ghana! They play the Black Queens on Wednesday, July 14 at 11 am CT. No TV available, but you can follow the action via MatchTracker on <a href="http://ussoccer.com">ussoccer.com.</a> The US women host Sweden twice next week in friendlies to prepare for World Cup qualifying this fall. The Stars & Stripes meet the Swedes on Tuesday, July 13 in Omaha (8 pm, ESPN2) and again on Saturday, July 17 in E. Hartford, CT (6:30 pm, Fox Soccer Channel). US roster includes 2008 Olympians Hope Solo, Abby Wambach, Kristine Lilly, Heather O'Reilly and Heather Mitts. The US men will reconvene next month to face perennial soccer power Brazil at the new Meadowlands Stadium in New Jersey. Game will be Wednesday, August 10. More than 30,000 tickets have already been sold.   Landon's up for a few Espy Awards. Vote at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ESPN?v=app_134625369884956&ref=ts">www.facebook.com/ESPN?v=app_134625369884956&ref=ts. </a>           NPSL notes The July 4 Regals FC/Pirate SC "derby" match had to be rescheduled due to inclement weather. Keep an eye on the schedule pages for both semi-pro teams for updates: <a href="http://www.piratesc.com/2010/04/schedule.html">www.piratesc.com/2010/04/schedule.html</a>  <a href="http://www.regalsfc.com/2009/10/schedule.html">www.regalsfc.com/2009/10/schedule.html</a> On Sunday, August 1, Pirate SC will host Force FC (a new club in Bay Area) at <a href="http://wikimapia.org/2102178/Courville-Stadium-Galveston-ISD">Courville Stadium</a> in Galveston. Tickets are on sale now -- contact Brendan at <a href="mailto:coach@brendankeyes.com">coach@brendankeyes.com</a> .     27th Annual Labor Day Cup {advertisement} The 27th Annual Labor Day Cup, Houston’s largest soccer tournament, is a three-day event presented by the two-time MLS champion, the Houston Dynamo. This eventful weekend takes place at Bear Creek and Katy Park and offers competitive play plus a myriad of soccer activities and fun for the entire family. Over 400 teams from the Greater Southwest, Northwest Texas, Louisiana and Mexico will participate. Boys and Girls ages 9-19 from Division 1, Super 2, and Division 2 teams can register online at <a href="http://www.houstonlabordaycup.org">houstonlabordaycup.org</a>. Registration deadline is August 25, 2010. For more information, email <a href="mailto:director@houstonlabordaycup.org">director@houstonlabordaycup.org</a> or visit <a href="http://www.houstonlabordaycup.org">houstonlabordaycup.org.</a>             Keeping up with the Keeper Twitter: <a href="http://www.twitter.com/keepernotes">www.twitter.com/keepernotes </a> Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Keeper-Notes/331599998700?ref=ts">www.facebook.com/pages/Keeper-Notes/331599998700?ref=ts</a>   Keeper Notes calendar featuring Dynamo matches, international games and more, via any browser: <a href="http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=keeper%40keepernotes.com&ctz=America/Chicago">www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=keeper%40keepernotes.com&ctz=America/Chicago</a>         Are you forever orange? How about true blue? The Dynamo is looking for outgoing, passionate soccer folks to join the Blue Crew, the group of dedicated volunteers who support the team & fans at home games and Dynamo community events. Minimum age 18, minimum commitment 10 home games/events per season. Volunteers must be able to endure the Houston heat & humidity and smile at the same time! Email <a href="mailto:bcrew@houstondynamo.com">bcrew@houstondynamo.com</a> for more info.       Brendan Keyes Soccer Academy {advertisement} This summer, former pro player & current head coach of Galveston Pirate SC Brendan Keyes is offering his 20th anniversary soccer camp featuring European coaches and all Galveston Pirate NPSL players. The 5-day camp will be held July 26-31 (with a day off for the MLS All-Star Game on Wednesday, July 28), running 5:30 - 8 pm each night at Resoft Park in Alvin. Cost is $150 per player and is open to boys and girls ages 5 to 18.Contact Coach Keyes at 832-748-1001 or <a href="mailto:coach@brendankeyes.com?subject=inquiry%20from%20Keeper%20Notes%20reader">coach@brendankeyes.com.</a> More info at <a href="http://www.brendankeyes.com/academy.html">www.brendankeyes.com</a>.               Get your notes in the Notes Spread the soccer word about your program, event or club in Keeper Notes. The Keeper Notes list (which is never, ever sold or shared) has more than 5400 subscribers! Contact The Keeper for details.  FREE: soccer-related job openings, youth & adult league registration info, free soccer events, teams looking for players, any nonprofit info, and any "shout out" to local soccer achievers. NOT FREE: soccer camps, tournaments, and any other commercially-related info.         Missouri City United Soccer Association registration Are you looking for a solid youth soccer club to register your son or daughter for the upcoming fall soccer season? MCUSA would be honored to have your son or daughter register to play for the Revolution!  Our youth soccer organization provides kids of ages 4 to 19 years of age within the Missouri City, Sugar Land, Stafford, and surrounding areas a challenging and enjoyable learning experience. We offer both competitive and recreational programs. Our registration period ends July 31. For additional info, see <a href="http://www.mcusasoccer.org">www.mcusasoccer.org</a> or email questions to <a href="mailto:president@mcusasoccer.org ">president@mcusasoccer.org.</spa n></a>             Keeper Query Congrats to Henry Ramirez for the correct answer to last week's query. The only non-MLS team to win the US Open Cup in the "MLS era" is the Rochester Rhinos in 1999. Their goalkeeper was none other than Pat Onstad. Today's query: Nearly every member of the Dynamo roster has seen MLS action this season, but only one player has started all 15 league games. Who is it? First to answer correctly after 9 am CT wins two tickets to TONIGHT'S Dynamo game.         Soccer to watch Today World Cup semifinals Uruguay v Netherlands, 1:30 pm, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Wednesday World Cup semifinals Spain v Germany, 1:30 pm, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Thursday Major League Soccer Houston Dynamo v Toronto FC, 6 pm, ESPN2, ESPN Deportes Saturday World Cup third place match 1:30 pm, ABC Major League Soccer Philadelphia Union v San Jose Earthquakes, 5 pm, Fox Soccer Channel Houston Dynamo v Columbus Crew, 7:30 pm, KHOU 11.2, TV Informa 43 International friendly Club America v Cruz Azul, 9 pm, Fox Soccer Channel Sunday World Cup final 1:30 pm, ABC   Women's Professional Soccer FC Gold Pride v Washington Freedom, 5 pm, Fox Soccer Channel   - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Keeper Calendar - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - July 6: US Open Cup/Chivas USA at Houston Dynamo, Robertson Stadium July 6: World Cup semifinal/Uruguay v Netherlands July 7: World Cup semifinal/Spain v Germany July 10: World Cup third place match July 10: Columbus Crew at Houston Dynamo, Robertson Stadium July 11: World Cup final  July 13: US women v Sweden, Omaha, NE July 14: u20 Women's World Cup/US v Ghana July 15: SuperLiga/Dynamo v Pachuca, Robertson Stadium July 17: US women v Sweden, E. Hartford, CT July 17: u20 Women's World Cup/US v Switzerland July 18: SuperLiga/Dynamo v Chivas USA & Pachuca v Puebla, Robertson Stadium July 21: SuperLiga/Dynamo v Puebla, Robertson Stadium July 17: u20 Women's World Cup/US v South Korea July 24: Houston Dynamo at Columbus Crew July 28: MLS All-Stars v Manchester United, Reliant Stadium July 31: New York Red Bulls at Houston Dynamo, Robertson Stadium - - -  August 8: Houston Dynamo at Seattle Sounders August 10: US men v Brazil, E. Rutherford, NJ August 14: Houston Dynamo at New England Revolution August 21: Chicago Fire at Houston Dynamo, Robertson Stadium August 24-26: SuperLiga final, TBA August 28: Houston Dynamo at Colorado Rapids August 31: US Open Cup semifinals, TBA September 5: San Jose Earthquakes at Houston Dynamo, Robertson Stadium Expanded calendar at <a href="http://www.keepernotes.com">keepernotes.com</a>

Keeper Notes, 29 June 10: Soccery news for Houston

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 12:15:00 GMT

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Keeper Notes, 28 June 10 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - There's one thing I am certain of … return, we will, to old Brazil Dynamo Open Cup match tonight! The Dynamo host Miami FC in the 3rd round of the US Open Cup tonight at Robertson Stadium; kickoff is 7:30 pm. <a href="http://www.houstondynamo.com/tickets">Tickets are just $12</a>. All seats are general admission and only west sideline seating sections will be open. Fans are encouraged to park on the west side of the stadium (parking is free, use Scott St. entrances) -- gate 4 on the west side will be the only public gate, which opens at 6:30 pm. Walk-up ticket sales are cash only. The game will not be televised, but fans can listen to the action live on <a href="http://sports790.com/main.html">790 AM</a>. This is an elimination game, so if it's tied after 90 minutes, there will be overtime and maybe PKs. If the Dynamo advance, they face the winner of the Chivas USA/Austin Aztex match in the quarterfinals on July 6. A Houston-Chivas USA match would be held at Robertson; a Houston-Austin match would be played in Austin. World Cupdates The quarterfinal field will be set after today's matches: 9 am: Japan v Paraguay, ESPN 1:30 pm: Portugal v Spain, ESPN Bracket for knockout round <a href="http://www.fifa.com/worldcup/matches/kostage.html">www.fifa.com/worldcup/matches/kostage.html</a> Forgot to set your DVR? Go to <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> for full replays. A daily slice of the World Cup 1560 The Game is offering a one-hour World Cup show every night at 7 pm through July 11. Listen at 1560 AM or <a href="http://www.1560thegame.com">1560thegame.com</a>. Call-in number is 713-439-1560. The Keeper is on the show every Wednesday! Cool World Cup pictures <a href="http://www.boston.com/bigpicture/2010/06/halfway_in_-_2010_world_cup.html">www.boston.com/bigpicture/2010/06/halfway_in_-_2010_world_cup.html </a> But what's wrong with this picture? <a href="http://28http://compare.ebay.com/like/110550561420"> http://compare.ebay.com/like/110550561420 </a>hint … count the flag stickers Where to watch the quarters, semis, final <a href="http://www.KeeperNotes.com/WCpubs.htm">KeeperNotes.com/WCpubs.htm </a>     More dates with the Dynamo July 1 The Orange meet the Reds in Toronto this Thursday on ESPN2 & ESPN Deportes. Game airs live at 6 pm. You can also follow the action live on Sports Talk 790 and La Ranchera 850. July 3 The Dynamo is hosting a EA FIFA tournament this Saturday at Conn’s on Gessner beginning at 11 am. Fans will have a chance to play against their favorite Dynamo player and earn prizes; each participant gets a ticket to the July 10 home game. Space is limited to 200. Call Mike Williams at 713-276-7529 to register. $25 per person. July 10 This MLS match against the Columbus Crew is Military Appreciation Night. For just $25, fans can purchase a package that includes a ticket for themselves, a ticket for a soldier, a Brad’s Brigade T-shirt, a camo wristband, access to the special pre-game tailgate plus an opportunity to meet Brad Davis after the game. See <a href="http://www.HoustonDynamo.com/BradsBrigade">www.HoustonDynamo.com/BradsBrigade</a> .   27th Annual Labor Day Cup {advertisement} The 27th Annual Labor Day Cup, Houston’s largest soccer tournament, is a three-day event presented by the two-time MLS champion, the Houston Dynamo. This eventful weekend takes place at Bear Creek and Katy Park and offers competitive play plus a myriad of soccer activities and fun for the entire family. Over 400 teams from the Greater Southwest, Northwest Texas, Louisiana and Mexico will participate. Boys and Girls ages 9-19 from Division 1, Super 2, and Division 2 teams can register online at <a href="http://www.houstonlabordaycup.org">houstonlabordaycup.org</a>. Registration deadline is August 25, 2010. For more information, email <a href="mailto:director@houstonlabordaycup.org">director@houstonlabordaycup.org</a> or visit <a href="http://www.houstonlabordaycup.org">houstonlabordaycup.org</a>. Houston's first NPSL derby! This Sunday, July 4, <a href="http://www.regalsfc.com/">Regals FC</a> hosts <a href="http://www.piratesc.com/">Galveston Pirate SC</a> in the first-ever game at <a href="http://www.cavalierfootball.org/woodforest_stadium.htm">Woodforest Bank Stadium</a> in The Woodlands/Shenandoah. Kickoff is 7 pm. The Woodlands' fireworks display starts across the highway at the conclusion of the match. All tickets are $10. Both teams are members of the <a href="http://www.npsl.info/">NPSL</a> and feature many local players. WPS All-Stars: Abby's XI v Marta's XI Wednesday night the WPS All-Star Game kicks off in Atlanta at 6:30 pm on Fox Soccer Channel. Abby Wambach and Marta earned captain honors based on fan-player-coach-media voting, and got to pick their teammates "schoolyard style" yesterday. Abby's XI feaures US national teamers Hope Solo, Cat Whitehill, Shannon Boxx and Lori Chalupny, plus England's Eniola Aluko. Marta's XI includes int'l caps world record holder Kristine Lilly, England's Kelly Smith, France's Sonia Bompastor, Canada's all-time leading scorer Christine Sinclair and Olympian Rachel Buehler. More info at <a href="http://www.womensprosoccer.com/">www.womensprosoccer.com</a> .     SW Indoor Soccer {advertisement } The next adult session kicks off Monday, July 12 (after the World Cup). Registration is available online or just drop by the facility any day after 5 pm -- individuals can be placed on a house team for $75 per player, which includes ref fees. SWIS host adult leagues year-round for women's competitive & recreational, men's competitive & recreational, men's over 30, coed competitive and recreational, coed over 30 and Sat/Sun men's open. Each session offers eight games. For more info, see <a href="http://www.letsplaysoccer.com/main/Locations/southwest/">www.letsplaysoccer.com/main/Locations/southwest/</a> or call 281-564-7947 any day after 5 pm.       Man U in Houston just a month away! Speaking of All-Stars, the MLS All-Stars will take on Manchester United at Reliant Stadium on Wednesday, July 28. The lower bowl is sold out, but <a href="http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0C004493A55E67C6?artistid=875665&majorcatid=10004&minorcatid=11">good seats still remain</a> . For group packages (10+ tickets), call the Dynamo at 713-276-7500 and avoid Ticketmaster fees.   Private suites are available for $195/seat and hold either 16 or 22 guests. Contact Brian Varnadoe at 832-667-2160.   Home Depot is offering a special deal through July 14 -- if you spend $250 or more at a participating store, you receive two FREE tickets to the All-Star Game (max two tickets per household, while supplies last).  The schedule of events leading up to the game will be announced soon, including a kickoff party and a Brian Ching charity event.   Brendan Keyes Soccer Academy {advertisement} This summer, former pro player & current head coach of Galveston Pirate SC Brendan Keyes is offering his 20th anniversary soccer camp featuring European coaches and all Galveston Pirate NPSL players. The 5-day camp will be held July 26-31 (with a day off for the MLS All-Star Game on Wednesday, July 28), running 5:30 - 8 pm each night at Resoft Park in Alvin. Cost is $150 per player and is open to boys and girls ages 5 to 18.Contact Coach Keyes at 832-748-1001 or <a href="mailto:coach@brendankeyes.com?subject=inquiry%20from%20Keeper%20Notes%20reader">coach@brendankeyes.com</a> More info at <a href="http://www.brendankeyes.com/academy.html">www.brendankeyes.com</a>       HFA seeks assistant administrator The recent growth of the Houston Football Association, the premier soccer league for men, has created the need for a new league administrator's assisant. Job description and further details available at <a href="http://www.hfasoccer.com/index.html">www.hfasoccer.com/index.html</a> .       Get your notes in the Notes Spread the soccer word about your program, event or club in Keeper Notes. The Keeper Notes list (which is never, ever sold or shared) has more than 5400 subscribers! Contact The Keeper for details.  FREE: soccer-related job openings, youth & adult league registration info, free soccer events, teams looking for players, any nonprofit info, and any "shout out" to local soccer achievers. NOT FREE: soccer camps, tournaments, and any other commercially-related info.     Missouri City United Soccer Association registration Are you looking for a solid youth soccer club to register your son or daughter for the upcoming fall soccer season? MCUSA would be honored to have your son or daughter register to play for the Revolution!  Our youth soccer organization provides kids of ages 4 to 19 years of age within the Missouri City, Sugar Land, Stafford, and surrounding areas a challenging and enjoyable learning experience. We offer both competitive and recreational programs. Our registration period ends July 31. For additional info, see <a href="http://www.mcusasoccer.org">www.mcusasoccer.org</a> or email questions to <a href="mailto:president@mcusasoccer.org ">president@mcusasoccer.org.</a>        Keeping up with the Keeper Twitter: <a href="http://www.twitter.com/keepernotes">www.twitter.com/keepernotes </a> Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Keeper-Notes/331599998700?ref=ts">www.facebook.com/pages/Keeper-Notes/331599998700?ref=ts</a> Keeper Notes calendar featuring Dynamo matches, full World Cup schedule and more, via any browser: <a href="http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=keeper%40keepernotes.com&ctz=America/Chicago">www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=keeper%40keepernotes.com&ctz=America/Chicago</a>       Keeper Query Congrats to Esteban Pineda for the correct answers to the last query: other than Italy in this year's Cup, the other defending champs who were eliminated in the first round in the World Cup immediately following their championship were Italy (1950), Brazil (1966) and France (2002). Today's query: Since MLS teams began participating in the US Open Cup, only once has an MLS *not* won the tournament. Which non-MLS team was it, and what year? First to answer correctly after 9 am CT wins two tickets to TONIGHT'S Dynamo game.       Soccer to watch Today World Cup round of 16 Paraguay v Japan, 9 am, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Spain v Portugal, 1:30 pm, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Wednesday Women's Professional Soccer All-Star Game, 6:30 pm, Fox Soccer Channel Thursday Major League Soccer Houston Dynamo v Toronto FC, 6 pm, ESPN2, ESPN Deportes Friday World Cup quarterfinals Netherlands v Brazil, 9 am,  ESPN, ESPN Deportes, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Uruguay v Ghana, 1:30 pm,  ESPN, ESPN Deportes, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Saturday World Cup quarterfinals Germany v Argentina, 9 am, ABC Paraguay/Japan v Spain/Portugal, 1:30 pm, ABC Major League Soccer Columbus Crew v Chicago Fire, 7 pm, Fox Soccer Channel Chivas USA v Philadelphia Union, 9:30 pm, Fox Soccer Channel   - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Keeper Calendar - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - June 29: World Cup round of 16/Japan v Paraguay, Spain v Portugal June 29: US Open Cup/Dynamo v Miami FC, Robertson Stadim June 30: WPS All-Star Game, Atlanta - - -  July 1: Houston Dynamo at Toronto FC July 2: World Cup quarterfinals/Netherlands v Brazil, Uruguay v Ghana July 3: World Cup quarterfinals/Argentina v Germany, TBA July 4: Galveston Pirate at Regals FC, Shenandoah July 6-7: World Cup semifinals July 6-7: US Open Cup quarterfinals July 10: World Cup third place match July 10: Columbus Crew at Houston Dynamo, Robertson Stadium July 11: World Cup final  July 13: US women v Sweden, Omaha, NE July 14: u20 Women's World Cup/US v Ghana July 15: SuperLiga/Dynamo v Pachuca, Robertson Stadium July 17: US women v Sweden, E. Hartford, CT July 17: u20 Women's World Cup/US v Switzerland July 18: SuperLiga/Dynamo v Chivas USA & Pachuca v Puebla, Robertson Stadium July 21: SuperLiga/Dynamo v Puebla, Robertson Stadium July 17: u20 Women's World Cup/US v South Korea July 24: Houston Dynamo at Columbus Crew July 28: MLS All-Stars v Manchester United, Reliant Stadium July 31: New York Red Bulls at Houston Dynamo, Robertson Stadium - - -  August 8: Houston Dynamo at Seattle Sounders August 10: US men v Brazil, E. Rutherford, NJ August 14: Houston Dynamo at New England Revolution August 21: Chicago Fire at Houston Dynamo, Robertson Stadium August 28: Houston Dynamo at Colorado Rapids August 31: US Open Cup semifinals Expanded calendar at <a href="http://www.keepernotes.com">keepernotes.com</a>

Keeper Notes, 25 June 10: (World Cup) Soccery news for Houston

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 12:00:00 GMT

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Keeper Notes, 25 June 10 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Yes, we friggin' can   The Ultimate soccer SaturdAy Hopefully you've recovered from Wednesday's 92 minutes of pure torture and two minutes of extreme joy, because tomorrow we have two more great matches for Houston soccer fans to savor: FIRST: USA v Ghana 1:30 pm kickoff, ABC The <a href="http://www.ussoccer.com">Yankee Boyz</a> were the definition of determination and persistence Wednesday and won their World Cup group for the first time since 1930 (the first World Cup!). Ghana lost to Germany, but advanced over Australia on superior goal differential. So we get a rematch of the 2006 first round World Cup match that saw the Black Stars send our boys home. If we advance, we play the winner of the Uruguay/South Korea match next Friday, July 2 at 1:30 pm. The Keeper's recommendations for watching this game: - <a href="http://www.luckyspub.com/index.html">Lucky's Pub</a>, the host of the Dynamo's official watch party - <a href="http://firkinandphoenix.com/">Firkin & Phoenix</a>, one of the Keeper's hangouts - <a href="http://www.frontporchpub.com/">Front Porch Pub</a> in midtown - <a href="http://erniesonbanks.com/">Ernie's on Banks</a>, home of the Texian Army & American Outlaws - <a href="http://www.richmondarmsonline.com/">Richmond Arms</a>, one of the original "soccer bars" in town But there are many, many other places also showing World Cup soccer. Check out the big list at <a href="http://www.KeeperNotes.com/WCpubs.htm">KeeperNotes.com/WCpubs.htm</a>. If you can, make a reservation. Also, check out the fan photos from various local pubs during Wednesday's match at <a href="http://www.partypi.com/2010/06/usa-win-over-algeria-world-cup/">www.partypi.com/2010/06/usa-win-over-algeria-world-cup</a>. THEN: Dynamo v Colorado Rapids 7:30 pm kickoff, Robertson Stadium At long last, the <a href="http://www.HoustonDynamo.com">Houston Orange</a> resumes MLS play! The first 5,000 fans to enter the stadium receive a free water bottle from HEB. Game airs live on KHOU 11.2 and TV Informa 43, or you can listen to the action on SportsTalk 790 (English) or La Ranchera 850 (Spanish). The team is well-rested ready to roll after a 4-0 win last weekend over Àguila in the Dynamo Charities Cup. The Dynamo is honoring soon-to-depart President/GM Oliver Luck with a <a href="https://oss.ticketmaster.com/html/outsider.htmI?CAMEFROM=&GOTO=https%3A%2F%2Foss.ticketmaster.com%2Fhtml%2Frequest.htmI%3Fl%3DEN%26team%3Dhoutx%26STAGE%3D1%26PROC%3DFLEXDIFFBUY%26EventName%3DDYNDEAL">$10 ticket special</a> for this game, in recognition of his jersey number when he played with the Houston Oilers. There is also a McDonald's <a href="http://www.houstondynamo.com/tickets">4-pack</a> available. Parking lots open at 4:30 pm, general gates open at 6:30 pm. Season ticketholders can enter gate 1 at 6 pm, providing they have their original booklet tickets or a 2010 season ticketholder lanyard. And in case you need a soccer nightcap, the final of <a href="http://www.hfasoccer.com/index.html">HFA's Memorial Cup</a> will be played at Robertson after the Dynamo game. More World Cupdates Round of 16 nearly set Group G: Today, 9 am Portugal v Brazil, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> North Korea v Ivory Coast, ESPN2, TeleFutura, espn3.com Brazil's in, North Korea's out. Portugal can advance with a loss … unless Ivory Coast makes up a huge goal differential (Portugal has +7, Ivory Coast has -2). Group H: Today, 1:30 pm Chile v Spain, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Switzerland v Honduras, ESPN2, TeleFutura, espn3.com This group could see three teams finish with six points (if Spain and Switzerland both win), so goal differential is key. Or will the Catrachos surprise everyone and sneak through (if Spain loses and Honduras scores a lot)? Forgot to set your DVR? Go to <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> for replays. Several language options available. A slice of the World Cup, every day: 1560 The Game is offering a one-hour World Cup show every night at 7 pm throughout the World Cup. Listen at 1560 AM or online at 1560thegame.com. Call-in number is 713-439-1560. The Keeper is on the show every Wednesday. Bracket/schedule for knockout round: <a href="http://www.fifa.com/worldcup/matches/kostage.html ">www.fifa.com/worldcup/matches/kostage.html </a> Click on these links! <a href="http://www.thedailyshow.com/watch/wed-june-23-2010/world-cup-2010--into-africa---us-beats-algeria">www.thedailyshow.com/watch/wed-june-23-2010/world-cup-2010--into-africa---us-beats-algeria </a> <a href="http://blogs.chron.com/sportsupdate/archives/world_cup/">http://blogs.chron.com/sportsupdate/archives/world_cup/</a> Studio 90 on <a href="http://www.ussoccer.com">ussoccer.com</a> has daily video clips from South Africa. By the numbers <a href="http://goal.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/06/24/u-s-game-draws-big-numbers-for-espn/?src=twt&twt=nytimesgoal ">http://goal.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/06/24/u-s-game-draws-big-numbers-for-espn/?src=twt&twt=nytimesgoal</a> <a href="http://mashable.com/2010/06/23/usa-vs-algeria-world-cup/">http://mashable.com/2010/06/23/usa-vs-algeria-world-cup/ </a> Need <a href="http://www.ussoccerstore.com">US Soccer gear</a>? Ya should bought it a long time ago. ;) Join us for the World Cup at Firkin & Phoenix Pub {advertisement} Catch all the World Cup action on our many projectors and LCDs, and enjoy our Fine Firkin Fare. The <a href="http://firkinandphoenix.com/">Firkin & Phoenix</a> is located at 1915 Westheimer near Hazard, just a block east of S. Shepherd. We will open early at 8:30 am for all 9 am broadcasts during the World Cup. Call 713.526.3100 to make a reservation (highly recommended for Saturday's USA match) or email <a href="mailto:info@firkinandphoenix.com">info@firkinandphoenix.com</a>. GO USA! Dynamo Open Cup match Tuesday The Dynamo host Miami FC in the third round of the <a href="http://www.TheCup.us">Lamar Hunt US Open Cup</a> next Tuesday, June 29 at Robertson Stadium. Kickoff is 7:30 pm. <a href="https://oss.ticketmaster.com/html/pack_searchtix.htmI?l=EN&CNTX=175a6ae92d86ed784775bdcb41f355f0">Tickets are $12</a> ($8 for season ticketholders -- call your rep). Fans can enter on the west side at 6:30 pm. All seats are general admission and only west sideline seating sections will be open. Fans are encouraged to park on the west side of the stadium (parking is free, please use Scott St. entrances) -- gate 4 on the west side will be the only public gate. Walk-up ticket sales are cash only. This is an elimination game, so if the game is tied after 90 minutes, there will be overtime and maybe PKs. The Miami roster features former Dyna-man Abe Thompson, Houston product Chris Gbandi, and former DC United midfielder Christian Gomez. The winner of Tuesday’s game will advance to the quarterfinals on July 6 or 7 aagainst the winner of the LA Galaxy/AC St. Louis match. LSU soccer family needs help Two students injured in South Africa car accident, one fatally<a href="http://appl003.lsu.edu/unv002.nsf/9faf000d8eb58d4986256abe00720a51/2e78f4cfb48051148625774a006024fe?OpenDocument"> http://appl003.lsu.edu/unv002.nsf/9faf000d8eb58d4986256abe00720a51/2e78f4cfb48051148625774a006024fe?OpenDocument</a> Hey now, we've got the All-Stars The MLS All-Stars will take on Manchester United at Reliant Stadium on July 28. The lower bowl is already sold out, but <a href="http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0C004493A55E67C6?artistid=875665&majorcatid=10004&minorcatid=11">good seats still remain</a> in other sections. For group packages (10+ tickets), call the Dynamo at 713-276-7500 and avoid Ticketmaster fees. Private suites are available for $195/seat and hold either 16 or 22 guests. Contact Brian Varnadoe at 832-667-2160. Home Depot is offering a special deal through July 14 -- if you spend $250 or more at a participating store, you <a href="http://www.cprpt.com/MLS/10000/cphostredirect.asp?sid=10671&vid=0&lid=1042066&rt=0&o=1&mk=451086&eid=jendesignhouston@gmail.com&SN=CP&slvor=10671.1042066.0.1.0.451086">receive two FREE tickets</a> to the All-Star Game (max two tickets per household, while supplies last). Get your notes in the Notes Spread the soccer word about your program, event or club in Keeper Notes. The Keeper Notes list (which is never, ever sold or shared) has more than 5400 subscribers! Contact <a href="mailto:keeper@keepernotes.com?subject=Keeper%20Notes%20inquiry"> The Keeper</a> for details.   FREE: soccer-related job openings, youth & adult league registration info, free soccer events, teams looking for players, any nonprofit info, and any "shout out" to local soccer achievers. NOT FREE: soccer camps, tournaments, and any other commercially-related info. SW Indoor ADULT indoor soccer {advertisement} The next session kicks off Monday, July 12 (after the World Cup final). Registration is available online or just drop by the facility any day after 5 pm -- individuals can be placed on a house team for $75 per player, which includes ref fees. SWIS host adult leagues year-round for women's competitive & recreational, men's competitive & recreational, men's over 30, coed competitive and recreational, coed over 30 and Sat/Sun men's open. Each session offers eight games. For more info, see <a href="http://www.letsplaysoccer.com/main/Locations/southwest/">www.letsplaysoccer.com/main/Locations/southwest/</a> or call 281-564-7947 any day after 5 pm. Part-time job opportunities available. Soccer 4 All Summer clearance sale Today & tomorrow, the<a href="http://www.soccer4all.com"> Soccer 4 All</a> store in Spring (6700 Louetta, east of Stuebner Airline) is holding a clearance sale featuring discounts of 75-90% off original retail prices on jerseys, shoes, tshirts and more. Store hours are 10 am - 7 pm Friday and 10 am - 5 pm Saturday.   Keeping up with the Keeper Twitter: <a href="http://www.twitter.com/keepernotes ">www.twitter.com/keepernotes </a> Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Keeper-Notes/331599998700?ref=ts ">www.facebook.com/pages/Keeper-Notes/331599998700?ref=ts </a> Keeper Notes calendar featuring Dynamo matches, full World Cup schedule and more, via any browser: <a href="http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=keeper%40keepernotes.com&ctz=America/Chicago">www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=keeper%40keepernotes.com&ctz=America/Chicago </a> Keeper Query Props to Malinda Moller for the correct answer to Tuesday's query: before his goal against North Korea this week, Cristiano Ronaldo had not scored for Portugal since February 2009 against Finlad. Today's query: Defending World Cup champ Italy was eliminated yesterday in group play after losing 3-2 to Slovakia, but they're not the first Cup holders to crash out early. Name *all* the other defending champs who did make the second round of the following World Cup. First to answer correctly after 9 am CT wins two tickets to Saturday's Dynamo game.       Soccer to watch Today World Cup group play Portugal v Brazil, 9 am, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, Univsion, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Ivory Coast v North Korea, 9 am, ESPN2, TeleFutura, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Chile v Spain, 1:30 pm, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Switzerland v Honduras, 1:30 pm, ESPN2, TeleFutura, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Saturday World Cup round of 16 Uruguay v South Korea, 9 am, ESPN, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> USA v Ghana, 1:30 pm, ABC, ESPN Deportes, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Major League Soccer Toronto FC v LA Galaxy, 6:30 pm, Fox Soccer Channel Dynamo v Colorado Rapids, 7:30 pm, KHOU 11.2, TV Informa 43 Sunday World Cup round of 16 Germany v England, 9 am, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Argentina v Mexico, 1:30 pm, ABC, ESPN Deportes, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Women's Professional Soccer FC Gold Pride v Sky Blue FC, 5 pm, Fox Soccer Channel Monday World Cup round of 16 Netherlands v Slovakia, 9 am, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> G winner v H runner-up, 1:30 pm, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Tuesday World Cup round of 16 Paraguay v Japan, 9 am, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> H winner v G runner-up, 1:30 pm, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Wednesday Women's Professional Soccer All-Star Game: Abby Wambach's XI v Marta's XI, 7 pm, Fox Soccer Channel - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Keeper Calendar - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - June 26: Uruguay v South Korea, USA v Ghana June 26: Colorado Rapids at Houston Dynamo, Robertson Stadium June 27: Mexico v Argentina, England v Germany June 28: Netherlands v Slovakia, G winner v H runner-up June 29: Japan v Paraguay, H winner v G runner-up June 29: US Open Cup/Dynamo v Miami FC, Robertson Stadim June 30: WPS All-Star Game, Atlanta - - -  July 1: Houston Dynamo at Toronto FC July 2-3: World Cup quarterfinals July 6-7: World Cup semifinals July 6-7: US Open Cup quarterfinals July 10: World Cup third place match July 10: Columbus Crew at Houston Dynamo, Robertson Stadium July 11: World Cup final  July 13: US women v Sweden, Omaha, NE July 14: u20 Women's World Cup/US v Ghana July 15: SuperLiga/Dynamo v Pachuca, Robertson Stadium July 17: US women v Sweden, E. Hartford, CT July 17: u20 Women's World Cup/US v Switzerland July 18: SuperLiga/Dynamo v Chivas USA & Pachuca v Puebla, Robertson Stadium July 21: SuperLiga/Dynamo v Puebla, Robertson Stadium July 17: u20 Women's World Cup/US v South Korea July 24: Houston Dynamo at Columbus Crew July 28: MLS All-Stars v Manchester United, Reliant Stadium July 31: New York Red Bulls at Houston Dynamo, Robertson Stadium - - -  August 8: Houston Dynamo at Seattle Sounders August 10: US men v Brazil, E. Rutherford, NJ August 14: Houston Dynamo at New England Revolution August 21: Chicago Fire at Houston Dynamo, Robertson Stadium Expanded calendar at <a href="http://keepernotes.com/">keepernotes.com</a>.

Keeper Notes, 22 June 10: (World Cup) Soccery news for Houston

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 12:30:00 GMT

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Keeper Notes, 22 June 10 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - This is getting good    Winding down the first round We're done with those 6:30 am kickoffs! Beginning today, the final first-round games for each group will be played & televised simultaneously, with <a href="http://www.fifa.com">two groups wrapping up per day</a>: Group A: Today, 9 am Mexico v Uruguay, ESPN France v South Africa, ESPN2 A Mexico/Uruguay tie means both teams advance (Uruguay would win the group on goal differential). A win by either Mexico or Uruguay means the winner of France/South Africa must score lots of goals to advance. Group B: Today, 1:30 pm Argentina v Greece, ESPN Nigeria v South Korea, ESPN2 If Greece and South Korea win today, they will each have 6 points along with Argentina, and the two teams that advance will be decided by goal differential. Nigeria can only advance with a high-scoring win and a Greek loss. Group C: Wednesday, 9 am USA v Algeria, ESPN England v Slovenia, ESPN2 A win and we're in. A tie with Algeria and we'd need a Slovenia win or low-scoring tie to advance. England advances with a win. And the possibility exists that we could end up tied with England for second place on both points and goal differential … which means FIFA would draw little slips of paper from little balls to decide who goes through. Really. Group D: Wednesday, 1:30 pm Ghana v Germany, ESPN Australia v Serbia, ESPN2 Germany needs at least tie to advance; Serbia & Ghana both advance with wins. Australia needs a win plus a Germany loss to make the round of 16. Aussie, Aussie, Aussie, oy, oy, oy. Group F: Thursday, 9 am Slovakia v Italy, ESPN Paraguay v New Zealand, ESPN2 Italy advances with a win; Paraguay needs at least a tie to guarantee a spot in the next round. New Zealand advances with a win and an Italy loss. Slovakia needs a win plus a high scoring New Zealand victory. Group E: Thursday, 1:30 pm Denmark v Japan, ESPN Cameroon v Netherlands, ESPN2 The Oranje have clinched a berth to the round of 16 and Cameroon is out. That means the winner of Japan/Denmark advances; a tie lets Japan advance on goal differential. Group G: Friday, 9 am Portugal v Brazil, ESPN North Korea v Ivory Coast, ESPN2 Brazil's in, North Korea's out. Portugal is in even with a loss … unless Ivory Coast can make up the huge goal differential (Portugal has +7, Ivory Coast has -2). Group H: Friday, 1:30 pm Chile v Spain, ESPN Switzerland v Honduras, ESPN2 This group could easily end up with three teams with 6 points each (if Spain and Switzerland win Friday), so goal differential is key. Or will the Catrachos surprise everyone and sneak through (with a Spain loss and a superior goal differential)? Watch USA v Algeria at the Front Porch this Wednesday! {advertisement} The Front Porch Pub in Midtown will open at 8:30 am this Wednesday, June 23 so soccer fans can enjoy the USA v Algeria game. The full pub menu plus breakfast specials will be available, and every single TV in the joint will be showing the match! If you want to make sure you have a good table, call ahead to reserve a table for you & your soccer pals ... 713.571.9571 (though reservations are certainly not required). Map & more info at <a href="http://www.frontporchpub.com">www.frontporchpub.com</a>. USA! USA! USA! USA! USA! USA! More World Cupdates The USA kicks off against Algeria at 9 am this Wednesday. At <a href="http://www.keepernotes.com">KeeperNotes.com</a>, there's an UPDATED list of places showing World Cup matches, opening early and/or offering specials. The Dynamo is hosting a World Cup viewing party at Lucky's Pub east of downtown, featuring a breakfast buffet and $1 pints. The Texian Army & American Outlaws will be watching the game at Ernie's on Banks, just off Montrose in the Museum District. 21 & older only. Or you can catch the Keeper at the Firkin & Phoenix (first to find her wins Dynamo tickets). If the USA wins Group C, they play the runner-up of Group D (likely Germany or Serbia) this Saturday, 1:30 pm on ABC. If we finish second in our group, they face the winner of Group D Sunday at 9 am on ESPN. Need to rewatch a match? Go to <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a>.   A slice of the World Cup, every day: 1560 The Game is offering a one-hour World Cup show every night at 7 pm throughout the World Cup. Listen at 1560 AM oor online at <a href="http://www.1560thegame.com">1560thegame.com</a>. Call-in number is 713-439-1560. The Keeper will be on the show every Wednesday! Dynamo dates Saturday, June 26 The Dynamo resumes MLS play this weekend as they host the Colorado Rapids at Robertson Stadium. Kickoff is 7:30 pm; first 5,000 fans to enter the stadium receive a free water bottle from HEB. Get your <a href="http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0C004449B161750B?artistid=1017951&majorcatid=10004&minorcatid=11">tickets</a> today! Game airs live on KHOU 11.2 and TV Informa 43, or you can listen to the action on <a href="http://www.790kbme.com/main.html">SportsTalk 790</a> (English) or <a href="http://radiotime.com/station/s_32546/La_Ranchera_850.aspx">La Ranchera 850</a> (Spanish). Tuesday, June 29 The Dynamo will host the winner of tonight's Miami/Tampa Bay match in the third round of the <a href="http://TheCup.US">Lamar Hunt US Open Cup</a>. Location & ticket details will be announced shortly. This game is not part of the season ticketholder package. Thursday, July 1 The Orange meet the Reds in Toronto on ESPN2. Game airs live at 6 pm. Stay tuned for local watch party details. Saturday, July 3 The Dynamo is hosting a EA FIFA tournament at Conn’s on Gessner beginning at 11 am. Fans will have a chance to play against their favorite Dynamo player, enjoy food and drink, and earn prize; each participant gets a ticket to the July 10 Dynamo home game. The finals will be played during halftime on the big screen. Space is limited to first 200 registrants. Call Mike Williams at 713-276-7529. $25 per person. Join us for World Cup viewing at Firkin & Phoenix Pub {advertisement} The Firkin & Phoenix is located at 1915 Westheimer near Hazard, just a block east of S. Shepherd. Catch all the World Cup action on our many projectors and LCDs and enjoy our Fine Firkin Fare. The Firkin will open early at 8:30 am for all 9 am broadcasts during the World Cup. Call 713.526.3100 to make a reservation or email info@firkinandphoenix.com. Links to keep Help the "Soccer Grannies" play in the USASA Veterans Cup! <a href="http://www.veteranscup.us/news/225-bring-the-south-african-soccer-grannies-to-ma">www.nytimes.com/2010/06/07/sports/soccer/07rhoden.html www.veteranscup.us/news/225-bring-the-south-african-soccer-grannies-to-ma </a> Morgan Freeman's Guide to the World Cup (from the Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson) <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rz0xSBePS9w">www.youtube.com/watch?v=rz0xSBePS9w</a> Highlights galore <a href="http://www.fifa.com/newscentre/video/videolist.html">www.fifa.com/newscentre/video/videolist.html</a> Get yer All-Star tickets! The MLS All-Stars will take on Manchester United at Reliant Stadium on Wednesday, July 28. The lower bowl is already sold out, but <a href="http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0C004493A55E67C6?artistid=875665&majorcatid=10004&minorcatid=11">good seats still remain</a> in other sections. For group packages (10 or more tickets), call the Dynamo directly at 713-276-7500 and avoid Ticketmaster fees. Private suites are available for $195/seat and hold either 16 or 22 guests. Contact Brian Varnadoe at 832-667-2160. Don't forget to make your picks for the 2010 MLS All-Stars at <a href="http://www.mlssoccer.com/content/mls-all-star-ballot">www.mlssoccer.com/content/mls-all-star-ballot</a>. 27th Annual Labor Day Cup {advertisement} The 27th Annual Labor Day Cup, Houston’s largest soccer tournament, is a three-day event presented by the two-time MLS champion, the Houston Dynamo. This eventful weekend takes place at Bear Creek and Katy Park and offers competitive play plus a myriad of soccer activities and fun for the entire family. Over 400 teams from the Greater Southwest, Northwest Texas, Louisiana and Mexico will participate. Boys and Girls ages 9-19 from Division 1, Super 2, and Division 2 teams can register online at <a href="http://www.houstonlabordaycup.org">houstonlabordaycup.org</a>. Registration deadline is August 25, 2010. For more information, email <a href="mailto:director@easterinvitational.org?subject=HLDC%20inquiry%20from%20Keeper%20Notes">director@easterinvitational.org </a>or visit <a href="http://www.houstonlabordaycup.org">houstonlabordaycup.org</a>. Keeping up with the Keeper Twitter: <a href="http://www.twitter.com/keepernotes ">www.twitter.com/keepernotes </a> Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Keeper-Notes/331599998700?ref=ts">www.facebook.com/pages/Keeper-Notes/331599998700?ref=ts </a> Keeper Notes calendar featuring Dynamo matches, full World Cup schedule and more, via any browser: <a href="http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=keeper%40keepernotes.com&ctz=America/Chicago">www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=keeper%40keepernotes.com&ctz=America/Chicago</a> Houston's first NPSL derby On Sunday, July 4, <a href="http://www.regalsfc.com/">Regals FC</a> hosts <a href="http://www.piratesc.com/">Galveston Pirate SC</a> in the first game at Woodforest Bank Stadium in The Woodlands. Kickoff is 7 pm. The Woodlands' fireworks display starts across the highway at the conclusion of the match. All tickets are $10. SW Indoor ADULT league deadline WEDNESDAY {advertisement} The registration deadline for the next adult soccer session is TOMORROW, June 23; games start Monday, July 12 (after the World Cup final). Registration is available online or just drop by the facility any day after 5 pm -- $100 deposit is required to hold a space for a team. Individuals can be placed on a house team for $75 per player, which includes ref fees. SWIS host adult leagues year-round for women's competitive & recreational, men's competitive & recreational, men's over 30, coed competitive and recreational, coed over 30 and Sat/Sun men's open. Each session offers 8 games. For more info, see <a href="http://www.letsplaysoccer.com/main/Locations/southwest/std/reginfo.htm">www.letsplaysoccer.com/main/Locations/southwest/std/reginfo.htm</a> or call 281-564-7947 any day after 5 pm. Soccer 4 All Summer Clearance Sale This Friday & Saturday, the <a href="http://www.Soccer4all.com">Soccer 4 All</a> store in Spring (6700 Louetta, east of Stuebner Airline) is holding a clearance sale featuring discounts of 75-90% off original retail prices on jerseys, shoes, tshirts and more. Store hours are 10 am - 7 pm Friday and 10 am - 5 pm Saturday. Keeper Query No one sent the correct answer to the last query, so here's the answer ... before Saturday, the last time CD Aguila played in Houston was August 2006. They lost to Olimpia of Honduras 3-2 at Robertson Stadium as part of a doubleheader with a Houston Dynamo/Carolina Dynamo US Open Cup match. Today's query: Cristiano Ronaldo scored one of Portugal's seven goals yesterday to end his international scoring drought. So when was his last goal for Portugal? Name date and opponent. First to answer correctly after 9 am CT wins two tickets to Saturday's Dynamo game. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Keeper Calendar - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -  June 22: Mexico v Uruguay June 23: USA v Algeria June 26: Colorado Rapids at Houston Dynamo, Robertson Stadium June 26: World Cup round of 16 begins June 29: US Open Cup/Dynamo v Tampa Bay Rowdies or Miami FC, TBA June 30: WPS All-Star Game, Atlanta 28 - - -  July 1: Houston Dynamo at Toronto FC July 2-3: World Cup quarterfinals July 6-7: World Cup semifinals July 10: World Cup third place match July 10: Columbus Crew at Houston Dynamo, Robertson Stadium July 11: World Cup final  July 13: US women v Sweden, Omaha, NE July 14: u20 Women's World Cup/US v Ghana July 15: SuperLiga/Dynamo v Pachuca, Robertson Stadium July 17: US women v Sweden, E. Hartford, CT July 17: u20 Women's World Cup/US v Switzerland July 18: SuperLiga/Dynamo v Chivas USA & Pachuca v Puebla, Robertson Stadium July 21: SuperLiga/Dynamo v Puebla, Robertson Stadium July 17: u20 Women's World Cup/US v South Korea July 24: Houston Dynamo at Columbus Crew July 28: MLS All-Stars v Manchester United, Reliant Stadium July 31: New York Red Bulls at Houston Dynamo, Robertson Stadium - - -  August 8: Houston Dynamo at Seattle Sounders August 10: US men v Brazil, E. Rutherford, NJ August 14: Houston Dynamo at New England Revolution August 21: Chicago Fire at Houston Dynamo, Robertson Stadium Expanded calendar at <a href="http://www.keepernotes.com">keepernotes.com</a>.

Keeper Notes, 14 June 10: Soccery news for Houston

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 11:00:00 GMT

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Keeper Notes, 14 June 10 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - There's no high like a World Cup high    Dynamo Charities Cup Saturday This Saturday, the Dynamo host CD Àguila of El Salvador at Robertson Stadium in the 2nd annual Charities Cup. A portion of match benefits Corazones Unidos. Season ticketholders already have seats for this match and may purchase add'l seats at a discounted price (call 713-276-7500); <a href="http://www.houstondynamo.com/tickets">upper-endline 4-packs</a> are available for just $45. World Cupdate Full match schedule at <a href="http://www.fifa.com/worldcup/matches/index.html">www.fifa.com/worldcup/matches/index.html</a>. At <a href="http://www.KeeperNotes.com">KeeperNotes.com</a>, download an interactive tournament schedule in Excel, including Houston times and channels for all games. There's also a big list of places that will be showing World Cup matches, opening early and/or offering fan specials. The Dynamo will host <a href="http://www.houstondynamo.com/wcviewingparties">World Cup viewing parties</a> for all USA and Mexico matches, as well as the World Cup semis & final. And check out the Dynamo's World Cup coverage (including player and fan blogs) at <a href="http://www.houstondynamo.com/worldcup">www.houstondynamo.com/worldcup</a>. The <a href="http://www.texianarmy.org">Texian Army</a> & American Outlaws will be watching US games at Ernie's on Banks, just off Montrose in the Museum District. 1560 The Game ... every day! Through July 11, 1560 The Game offers a one-hour World Cup show every night at 7 pm. Listen on 1560 AM or online at <a href="http://www.1560thegame.com">1560thegame.com</a>. Call 713-439-1560 with your soccer thoughts. The Keeper will be on the show every Wednesday. Worth a read <a href="http://nplusonemag.com/world-cup-preview 28">http://nplusonemag.com/world-cup-preview 28 </a><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2010/06/11/sports/soccer/11cursing.html?hp">www.nytimes.com/2010/06/11/sports/soccer/11cursing.html?hp </a> By the numbers: most watched soccer matches in U.S. history 1. USA-China, 1999 women's final, 18 million viewers 2. Brazil-Italy, 1994 final, 14.5 million 3. USA-Brazil, 1994 round of 16, 13.7 million 4. Italy-France, 2006 final, 12.0 million 5. USA-England, 2010 first round, 10.8 million Note that these numbers are for English-language broadcasts only.     Watch the USA v Slovenia showdown at the Front Porch Pub! {advertisement}  We will open at 8:30 am this Friday, June 18 so soccer fans can enjoy the USA v Slovenia game. The full pub menu will be available and every single TV in the joint will be showing the match! Call ahead to reserve a choice table for you & your soccer pals ... 713.571.9571 (though reservations are certainly not required). Map & more info at <a href="http://www.frontporchpub.com">www.frontporchpub.com</a>. USA! USA! USA! USA! USA! USA!     HFD Soccer fundraiser Sunday The team is heading to the Texas Firefighter Olympics in July to defend their gold medal. Help them raise funds for the team trip by joining them for a happy hour fundraiser at Bar Retro, 5757 Westheimer, beginning at 6 pm. See <a href="http://mydynamo.ning.com/forum/topics/support-hfd-soccer?xg_source=shorten_twitter.">http://mydynamo.ning.com/forum/topics/support-hfd-soccer?xg_source=shorten_twitter.</a>       SW Indoor Soccer ADULT leagues {advertisement}  The registration deadline for the next ADULT soccer session is Wednesday, June 23; games start July 8. Registration available online or drop by the facility in southwest Houston -- $100 deposit is required. Individuals can be placed on a house team for $75 per player, which includes ref fees.  SWIS host adult leagues year-round for women's competitive & recreational, men's competitive & recreational, men's over 30, coed competitive and recreational, coed over 30, Sat/Sun men's open, and weeknight/midnight leagues. For more info, see <a href="http://www.letsplaysoccer.com/main/Locations/southwest/std/reginfo.htm">www.letsplaysoccer.com/main/Locations/southwest/std/reginfo.htm</a> or call 281-564-7947 any day after 5 pm.   Get your notes in the Notes Spread the soccer word about your program, event or club in Keeper Notes. The Keeper Notes list (which is never, ever, ever sold or shared) has more than 5400 subscribers! FREE STUFF: soccer-related job openings, youth & adult league registration info, free soccer events, teams looking for players, any nonprofit info, and any "shout out" to local soccer achievers. Email details to <a href="mailto:keeper@keepernotes.com">keeper@keepernotes.com</a>. NOT FREE: soccer camps, paid tournaments, other commercially-related info. Contact The Keeper for rates.   (More) Summer o' Soccer South Africa ain't the only country hosting some awesome international matches this summer ... July 7: Club America (Mexico) v Pachuca (Mexico), San Francisco, CA July 10: Monterrey (Mexico) v Pachuca (Mexico), McAllen, TX July 10: Club America (Mexico) v Cruz Azul (Mexico), Pasadena, CA - - - July 14: Charlotte Eagles (USL) v Bolton Wanderers , Charlotte, NC July 14: Philadelphia Union v Celtic FC (Scotland), Chester, PA July 14: New England Revolution v Pumas (Mexico), Foxboro, MA July 14: Chicago Fire v Morelia (Mexico), Bridgeview, IL July 15: Houston Dynamo v Pachuca (Mexico), Robertson Stadium July 15: Chivas USA v Puebla (Mexico), Carson, CA July 17: Charleston Battery (USL) v Bolton Wanderers, Charleston, SC July 17: San Jose Earthquakes v Tottenham Hotspur (England), Santa Clara, CA July 17: Morelia (Mexico) v Pumas (Mexico), Bridgeview, IL July 18: Seattle Sounders v Celtic FC (Scotland), Seattle, WA July 18: Pachuca (Mexico) v Puebla (Mexico), Robertson Stadium - - - July 20: New England Revolution v Morelia (Mexico), Foxboro, MA July 20: Chicago Fire v Pumas (Mexico), Bridgeview, IL July 21: Philadelphia Union v Manchester United (Englad), Philadelphia, PA July 21: Houston Dynamo v Puebla (Mexico), Robertson Stadium July 21: Chivas USA v Pachuca (Mexico), Carson, CA July 24: Kansas City Wizards v Manchester United (England), Kansas City, MO - - - July 28: Manchester City (England) v Club America (Mexico), Atlanta, GA July 28: MLS All-Stars v Manchester United (England), Reliant Stadium     Keeper Query Congrats to Warren Jones for the correct answer to last week's query. The players who have won a World Cup *and* played in MLS are Youri Djorkaeff (Red Bulls-MetroStars/France), Lothar Matthaus (MetroStars/Germnay), Branco (MetroStars/Brazil), and Denilson (FC Dallas/Brazil).   This week's query: Germany scored four goals against Australia yesterday ... how many of those goals were scored by players by Germany? First to answer correctly after 9 am CT wins two tickets to the Dynamo Charities Cup match this Saturday.   World Cup soccer to watch All times CT and subject to change (ha!). Note that many stations are offering pre-game coverage beginning 30 minutes prior to kickoff (or earlier).  Today Netherlands v Denmark, 6:30 am, ESPN, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Japan v Cameroon, 9 am, ESPN, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Italy v Paraguay, 1:30 pm, ESPN, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Tuesday New Zealand v Slovakia, 6:30 am, ESPN, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Ivory Coast v Portugal, 9 am, ESPN, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Brazil v North Korea, 1:30 pm, ESPN, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Wednesday Honduras v Chile, 6:30 am, ESPN, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Spain v Switzerland, 9 am, ESPN, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> South Africa v Uruguay, 1:30 pm, ESPN, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Thursday Argentina v South Korea, 6:30 am, ESPN, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Greece v Nigeria, 9 am, ESPN, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> France v Mexico, 1:30 pm, ESPN2, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Friday Germany v Serbia, 6:30 am, ESPN, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Slovenia v USA, 9 am, ESPN, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> England v Algeria, 1:30 pm, ESPN, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Saturday Netherlands v Japan, 6:30 am, ESPN, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Ghana v Australia, 9 am, ESPN, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a>  Cameroon v Denmark, 1:30 pm, ABC, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a>  Sunday Slovakia v Paraguay, 6:30 am, ESPN, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Italy v New Zealand, 9 am, ESPN, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a>  Brazil v Ivory Coast, 1:30 pm, ABC, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a>     - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -  Keeper Calendar  - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -  June 17: France v Mexico June 18: USA v Slovenia  June 19: Houston Dynamo v CD Águila, Robertson Stadium June 22: Mexico v Uruguay June 23: USA v Algeria June 26: Colorado Rapids at Houston Dynamo June 26: World Cup round of 16 begins June 29: US Open Cup/Dynamo v TBA, TBA June 30: WPS All-Star Game, Atlanta - - -   July 1: Houston Dynamo at Toronto FC July 2-3: World Cup quarterfinals July 6-7: World Cup semifinals July 10: World Cup third place match July 10: Columbus Crew at Houston Dynamo, Robertson Stadium July 11: World Cup final  July 13: US women v Sweden, Omaha, NE July 14: u20 Women's World Cup/US v Ghana July 15: SuperLiga/Dynamo v Pachuca, Robertson Stadium July 17: US women v Sweden, E. Hartford, CT July 17: u20 Women's World Cup/US v Switzerland July 18: SuperLiga/Dynamo v Chivas USA & Pachuca v Puebla, Robertson Stadium July 21: SuperLiga/Dynamo v Puebla, Robertson Stadium July 17: u20 Women's World Cup/US v South Korea July 24: Houston Dynamo at Columbus Crew July 28: MLS All-Stars v Manchester United, Reliant Stadium July 31: New York Red Bulls at Houston Dynamo, Robertson Stadium - - -  August 8: Houston Dynamo at Seattle Sounders August 10: US men v Brazil, E. Rutherford, NJ August 14: Houston Dynamo at New England Revolution August 21: Chicago Fire at Houston Dynamo, Robertson Stadium Expanded calendar at <a href="http://www.keepernotes.com">keepernotes.com</a>.

Keeper Notes, 10 June 10: Soccery news for Houston

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:00:00 GMT

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Keeper Notes, 10 June 10 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - T minus 24 hours      Dynamo v Laredo Tonight the Dynamo face the Laredo Heat of the PDL in an exhibition in Corpus Christi. The game won't be televised, but you can listen to the action on <a href="http://www.790kbme.com">Sports Talk 790</a> beginning at 7 pm. Ghanian <a href="http://www.houstondynamo.com/news/2010/06/houston-using-break-explore-options">Anthony Obodai </a>is on trial with the team and may play in the game. Dynamo Charities Cup In the 2nd annual Charities Cup, the Dynamo host CD Àguila of El Salvador on Saturday, June 19 at Robertson Stadium. A portion of match benefits <a href="http://corazonesunidos-es.org/donaciones-en.html">Corazones Unidos</a>. Season ticketholders may purchase add'l seats at a discounted price (call 713-276-7500); <a href="https://oss.ticketmaster.com/html/flexdiff_pickevents.htmI?l=EN&CNTX=89f45200044a84fdd76ab9f1b500e7e9">upper-endline 4-packs are available</a> for just $45. Can you say Summer of Soccer? <a href="http://www.houstondynamo.com/summerofsoccer">www.houstondynamo.com/summerofsoccer</a> Props to ... Pat Onstad for his two saves against Juan Pablo Angel being nominated for <a href="http://www.mlssoccer.com/content/napa-save-week-vote-now">Save of the Week</a>. Dynamo Academy u18s, who qualified for the USSF Development Academy playoffs in their first year in the league: <a href="http://www.houstondynamo.com/news/2010/06/u-18s-qualify-playoffs-first-year">www.houstondynamo.com/news/2010/06/u-18s-qualify-playoffs-first-year</a>.       World Cupdate At <a href="http://www.KeeperNotes.com/">KeeperNotes.com</a>, download the tournament schedule in Excel, including Houston times and channels for all games. There's also a big list of <a href="http://keepernotes.com/WCpubs.htm">places that will be showing World Cup matches</a>, opening early and/or offering fan specials. The Dynamo will host several World Cup viewing parties, including events at Discovery Green downtown for Mexico v South Africa (Friday, 6/11, 8-11 am) and England v USA (Saturday, 6/12, noon-4pm) featuring a 9' x16' jumbo screen, a Budweiser beer garden and a McDonald's party zone for kids. The Dynamo will host viewing parties for all USA and Mexico matches, as well as the World Cup semis & final. See <a href="http://www.houstondynamo.com/wcviewingparties">www.houstondynamo.com/wcviewingparties</a>. The <a href="http://www.texianarmy.org">Texian Army</a> will be watching Saturday's US/England match at Ernie's on Banks. Ages 21 & older only. Countdown to the Cup ESPN2 is offering a 24-hour block of World Cup countdown coverage, starting at 9 am today and running right up to kickoff of the opening match: 9 am 2010 FIFA World Cup Preview  12 pm 2010 U.S. National Team Preview  1 pm Kick-off Celebration Concert featuring Black Eyed Peas, Shakira, John Legend 4 pm SportsNation  5 pm Outside the Lines 5:30 pm E:60 (includes profile of Clint Dempsey) 6 pm 2010 FIFA World Cup Preview  9 pm MLS Game of the Week (Seattle-DC United) 11:30 pm SportsNation 11:30 am 2010 U.S. National Team Preview 1:30 am Homecoming with Rick Reilly: Landon Donovan 2:30 am 2006 World Cup Film – The Grand Finale 5-8:30 am Mike & Mike in the Morning 8:30-9 am SportsCenter 9 am Coverage of South Africa v Mexico begins    World Cup bracket games <a href="http://games.espn.go.com/bpredictor/en-us/frontpage">http://games.espn.go.com/bpredictor/en-us/frontpage </a> <a href="http://msn.foxsports.com/foxsoccer/worldcup/games">http://msn.foxsports.com/foxsoccer/worldcup/games</a><a target="_blank" href="http://www.buffalowildwings.com/soccer"> www.buffalowildwings.com/soccer</a> 1560 The Game ... every day! Through July 11, 1560 The Game offers a one-hour World Cup show every night at 7 pm. Listen on 1560 AM or online at <a href="http://www.1560thegame.com">1560thegame.com</a>. Call 713-439-1560 with your soccer thoughts. The Keeper will be on the show every Wednesday. Random links<a href="http://www.meetup.com/bigsoccer-world-cup-parties"> www.meetup.com/bigsoccer-world-cup-parties</a><a href="http://www.vanityfair.com/online/daily/2010/05/world-cup-cover-story.html"> www.vanityfair.com/online/daily/2010/05/world-cup-cover-story.html</a> <a href="http://en.mcdonalds.fantasy.fifa.com/">http://en.mcdonalds.fantasy.fifa.com</a> <a href="http://www.davebrett.com/WorldCup.htm">www.davebrett.com/WorldCup.htm</a>     Stars & Stripes stuff Get the daily deets about the US World Cup team at <a href="http://www.ussoccer.com">www.ussoccer.com</a>. Subscribe to the RSS feed. Jozy Altidore looks good to go. They say Gooch is too, but do we believe the party line? <a href="http://www.ussoccer.com/Multimedia/Media-Center.aspx#/video">Studio 90 on ussoccer.com</a> has daily video clips from South Africa. Follow the Yanks <a href="http://www.twitter.com/landondonovan">@</a><a href="http://twitter.com/landondonovan">LandonDonovan</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/DaMarcusBeasley">@DaMarcusBeasley</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/OguchiOnyewu5">@OguchiOnyewu5</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/stuholden22">@StuHolden22</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/bguzan">@BGuzan</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/EdsonBuddle">@EdsonBuddle</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/herculezg">@HerculezG</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/MauriceEdu">@MauriceEdu</a> <a href="http://twitter.com/jonnyb_13">@JonnyB_13</a>             Join us for World Cup viewing at Firkin & Phoenix Pub {advertisement} The <a href="http://firkinandphoenix.com/">Firkin & Phoenix</a> is located at 1915 Westheimer near Hazard, just a block east of S. Shepherd. Catch all the World Cp action on our many projectors and LCDs and enjoy our Fine Firkin Fare. The Firkin will open early at 8:30 am for all broadcasts June 11 through July 11. We will open for 6:30 am games with reservations. Call 713.526.3100 to make a reservation or email <a href="mailto:info@firkinandphoenix.com?subject=saw%20ad%20in%20Keeper%20Notes">info@firkinandphoenix.com.</a>                 Semi-pro soccer opportunities  Galveston Pirate SC The final round of tryouts for the region's newest NPSL team will be held this weekend (June 12 and 13) in La Porte, 11 am - 4 pm. Tryout fee is $50. Please email <a href="mailto:bk.kicks@rocketmail.com">bk.kicks@rocketmail.com</a> with name, address, email, phone, playing experience. Waiver required, and players should come equipped with white shirt, shinguards and ball. For more info, see <a href="http://www.pirate sc.com">www.piratesc.com</a>. Regals FC tryouts    Regals FC (NPSL) is seeking experienced soccer players who believe themselves to be professional prospects. Interested players are welcome to attend training to gauge level of commitment and ability. The NPSL team is set to open pre-season on July 4. Team trains at the Legends Sports Complex in Spring, Tuesday thru Friday, 8:30-10 pm. There is never a charge to trial with the club, just be match fit and ready to play. Contact Stephen Heisler at 832-445-9983 or visit <a href="http://www.regalsfc.com/">www.regalsfc.com.</a> WPSL South Texas Select Houston's semi-pro women's team is looking for elite players for the 2010 summer season. If interested, contact coach David DeVeretuil at 713-899-4342. Games will be played at San Jacinto College South. See <a href="http://www.wpsl.info/team/index.php?tid=64">www.wpsl.info/team/index.php?tid=64.</a>         Catch the World Cup at the Front Porch! {advertisement} Enjoy your team's World Cup matches at the Front Porch Pub in midtown (at 217 Gray near Bagby). We open at 11:30 am every day and offer a full pub menu and plenty of TVs both inside and outside.  Call to reserve a table for your group: 713-571-9571 (though reservations are certainly not required). Map and more info at <a href="http://www.frontporchpub.com">www.frontporchpub.com.</a>     On Friday, June 18, the Front Porch will open EARLY (8:30 am) so fans can enjoy the USA v Slovenia first-round match.               HFD Soccer fundraisers The team is heading to the Texas Firefighter Olympics in July to defend their gold medal. Help them raise funds for the team trip: Saturday, June 12 Go to Bullritos on Weslayan & Richmond and mention HFD Soccer -- Bullritos will give 20% of the bill to HFD. Sunday, June 20 Join us for a Happy Hour fundraiser at Bar Retro, 5757 Westheimer in the Galleria area, beginning 6 pm. More at <a href="http://mydynamo.ning.com/forum/topics/support-hfd-soccer?xg_source=shorten_twitter">http://mydynamo.ning.com/forum/topics/support-hfd-soccer?xg_source=shorten_twitter</a>.   SW Indoor Soccer ADULT leagues {advertisement} The registration deadline for the next ADULT soccer session is Wednesday, June 23; games start July 8. Registration available <a href="http://www.letsplaysoccer.com/main/Locations/southwest/register.tmpl">online</a> or drop by the <a href="http://www.letsplaysoccer.com/main/Locations/southwest/map.html">facility in southwest Houston</a> -- $100 deposit is required. Individuals can be placed on a house team for $75 per player, which includes ref fees.   SWIS host adult leagues year-round for women's competitive & recreational, men's competitive & recreational, men's over 30, coed competitive and recreational, coed over 30, Sat/Sun men's open, and weeknight. midnight leagues.<o:p></o:p> For more info, see <a href="http://www.letsplaysoccer.com/main/Locations/southwest/std/reginfo.htm">www.letsplaysoccer.com/main/Locations/southwest/std/reginfo.htm</a> or call 281-564-7947 any day after 5 pm.           Great World Cup commercials 2010 <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Zd_khk6zXo">www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Zd_khk6zXo</a> Five minutes before kickoff ... <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=idLG6jh23yE">www.youtube.com/watch?v=idLG6jh23yE</a> Write the Future. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vAX1UCpLBoA"> www.youtube.com/watch?v=vAX1UCpLBoA</a> Journey of Football <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sXlBSlyU8xY">www.youtube.com/watch?v=sXlBSlyU8xY</a> Every four years, we are united. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8NE7LBbQVs">www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8NE7LBbQVs</a> Power of 10 2006 <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cC8T_amribw">www.youtube.com/watch?v=cC8T_amribw</a> If I don't get my football back ... <a href="http:// http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sbFmK4zZ9Ys"> www.youtube.com/watch?v=sbFmK4zZ9Ys</a> Brazil at the airport <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BOM1k4oLGJU&feature=related">www.youtube.com/watch?v=BOM1k4oLGJU&feature=related</a> Good versus evil <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TBcFReNutN4">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TBcFReNutN4</a> Brazil v Portugal 2002<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ajvFvOD7nGY"> www.youtube.com/watch?v=ajvFvOD7nGY</a> Cage match <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q5Kx8YQd8xo">www.youtube.com/watch?v=q5Kx8YQd8xo </a>World Cup Fever         Get your notes in the Notes Spread the soccer word about your program, event or club in Keeper Notes. The Keeper Notes list (which is never, ever, ever sold or shared) has more than 5400 subscribers! FREE STUFF: soccer-related job openings, youth & adult league registration info, free soccer events, teams looking for players, any nonprofit info, and any "shout out" to local soccer achievers. Email details to <a href="mailto:keeper@keepernotes.com?subject=Keeper%20Notes%20info">keeper@keepernotes.com.</a> NOT FREE: soccer camps, paid tournaments, other commercially-related info. Contact <a href="mailto:keeper@keepernotes.com?subject=Keeper%20Notes%20ad%20rates">The Keeper</a> for rates.            Keeper Query Congrats to Cheryl Gardner for the correct answer to last week's query: the complete list of US players to score a goal in the World Cup in the "modern era" is as follows ... 1990 - Paul Caliguri & Bruce Murray, 1994 - Eric Wynalda & Earnie Stewart, 1998 - Brian McBride, 2002 - John O'Brien, Brian McBride, Landon Donovan, Clint Mathis, 2006 - Clint Dempsey. This week's query: At last! The World Cup kicks off tomorrow. Can you name the players who have won a World Cup *and* played in MLS? First to answer correctly after 9 am CT wins two tickets to the Dynamo Charities Cup match on June 19. Send your answer to <a href="mailto:keeper@keepernotes.com">keeper@keepernotes.com.</a> <a href="mailto:keeper@keepernotes.com"> </a>       Soccer to watch All times CT and subject to change. Today Major League Soccer DC United v Seattle Sounders, 9 pm, ESPN2, ESPN Deportes, <a href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com</a>  Friday 2010 World Cup 1st round South Africa v Mexico, 9 am, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com </a>Uruguay v France, 1:30 pm, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com</a> Saturday 2010 World Cup 1st round South Korea v Greece, 6:30 am, ESPN, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com </a><a href="http://www.espn3.com/"> </a>Argentina v Nigeria, 9 am, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com</a> USA v England, 1:30 pm, ABC, ESPN Deportes, Univision Sunday 2010 World Cup 1st round Algeria v Slovenia, 6:30 am, ESPN, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com </a>Serbia v Ghana, 9 am, ESPN, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com </a> Germany v Australia, 1:30 pm, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, Univision Women's Professional Soccer Philadelphia Independence v FC Gold Pride, 5 pm, Fox Soccer Channel Monday 2010 World Cup 1st round Netherlands v Denmark, 6:30 am, ESPN, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com/"></a><a href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com</a> Tuesday 2010 World Cup 1st round New Zealand v Slovakia, 6:30 am, ESPN, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com </a>Ivory Coast v Portugal, 9 am, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com </a>Brazil v North Korea, 1:30 pm, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com</a> Wednesday 2010 World Cup 1st round Honduras v Chile, 6:30 am, ESPN, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com </a>Spain v Switzerland, 9 am, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com </a>South Africa v Uruguay, 1:30 pm, ESPN, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com</a> <a href="http://www.espn3.com/"> </a>   <a href="http://www.espn3.com/"> </a>    - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -  Keeper Calendar  - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -  June 10: Houston Dynamo v Laredo Heat, Corpus Christi  June 11: 2010 World Cup begins/Mexico v South Africa June 12: World Cup/US men v England June 18: World Cup/US men v Slovenia  June 19: Dynamo Charities Cup/Houston Dynamo v Águila, Robertson Stadium  June 23: World Cup/US men v Algeria June 26: Colorado Rapids at Houston Dynamo June 26: World Cup round of 16 begins June 29: US Open Cup/Dynamo v TBA, TBA June 30: WPS All-Star Game, Atlanta - - -  July 1: Houston Dynamo at Toronto FC July 2-3: World Cup quarterfinals July 6-7: World Cup semifinals July 10: World Cup third place match July 10: Columbus Crew at Houston Dynamo, Robertson Stadium July 11: World Cup final  July 13: US women v Sweden, Omaha, NE July 14: u20 Women's World Cup/US v Ghana, Germany July 15: SuperLiga/Dynamo v Pachuca, Robertson Stadium July 17: US women v Sweden, E. Hartford, CT July 17: u20 Women's World Cup/US v Switzerland, Germany July 18: SuperLiga/Dynamo v Chivas USA & Pachuca v Puebla, Robertson Stadium July 21: SuperLiga/Dynamo v Puebla, Robertson Stadium July 17: u20 Women's World Cup/US v South Korea, Germany July 24: Houston Dynamo at Columbus Crew July 28: MLS All-Stars v Manchester United, Reliant Stadium July 31: New York Red Bulls at Houston Dynamo, Robertson Stadium - - -  August 8: Houston Dynamo at Seattle Sounders August 10: US men v Brazil, E. Rutherford, NJ Expanded calendar at <a href="http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=keeper@keepernotes.com&ctz=America/Chicago">keepernotes.com</a>. <a href="http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=keeper@keepernotes.com&ctz=America/Chicago"> </a>

Keeper Notes, 4 June 10: Soccery news for Houston

Fri, 04 Jun 2010 13:00:00 GMT

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Keeper Notes Quickie - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - To win or tie in LA …    Keepin' the faith Tomorrow night the Dynamo take on the league leader, the Galaxy (really, the Galaxy -- don't get me started). Game airs live on Galavision (ch. 50 on Comcast, ch. 273 on Dish, ch. 404 on DirecTV), or you can listen to the game live on <a href="http://www.790kbme.com/main.html">Sports Talk 790</a> (English) or <a href="http://radiotime.com/station/s_32546/La_Ranchera_850.aspx">La Ranchera 850</a> (Spanish).  Join Dynamo fans at Hooters in Spring (FM 1960 West) for the official viewing party (featuring Dynamo Diesel and giveaways) beginning at 6:30 pm, or bang some drums with the Texian Army at Ernie's on Banks (off Montrose, just south of Hwy. 59).  Dynamo All-Access Monday The Dynamo All Access show with Glenn Davis on Sports Talk 790 will host a live show this Monday at Niko Nikos in Montrose, 7-9 pm. Fans are encouraged to attend -- there will be player appearances and a raffle. A World Cup break, sort of After Saturday, the Dynamo will not have another MLS match until June 26 since the league is taking a break for the World Cup first round. However, the Dynamo has two friendlies scheduled: Thursday, June 10 vs. Laredo Heat (PDL) in Corpus Christi, 7 pm Tickets are available for $10-$18 ($12-$20 on gameday). See <a href="http://ttp://www.laredoheatsc.net/home/press/3246.html">www.laredoheatsc.net/home/press/3246.html</a>. This game will not be televised, but will be broadcast on 790 AM. The Texian Army is organizing a group -- email tickets@texianarmy.org if interested. Saturday, June 19 vs. CD Àguila (El Salvador), Robertson Stadium, 8 pm The Dynamo will host one of the top Central American clubs as they meet Àguila in the 2nd annual Dynamo Charities Cup at Robertson Stadium. A portion of match proceeds goes to Dynamo Charities. Season ticketholders already have tickets for this match -- the ticket in the booklet labeled Dynamo Charities Cup. Season ticketholders may purchase add'l seats at a discounted price (call 713-276-7500), and <a href="https://oss.ticketmaster.com/html/flexdiff_pickevents.htmI?l=EN&CNTX=89f45200044a84fdd76ab9f1b500e7e9">upper-endline 4-packs are available</a> for just $45.  And then … can you say Summer of Soccer? <a href="http://www.houstondynamo.com/summerofsoccer">www.houstondynamo.com/summerofsoccer</a> Saturday, June 26: Colorado at Dynamo Tuesday, June 29: US Open Cup game, TBA (likely an away match) Thursday, July 1: Dynamo at Toronto Saturday, July 10: Columbus Crew at Dynamo Thursday, July 15: SuperLiga/Pachuca at Dynamo  Sunday, July 18: SuperLiga/Chivas USA at Dynamo doubleheader with Pachuca v Puebla - - not part of season ticketholder package Wednesday, July 21: Superliga/Puebla at Dynamo  Saturday, July 24: Fun Run, Dynamo at Columbus Crew Wednesday, July 28: MLS All-Star Game, Reliant Stadium Saturday, July 31: New York Red Bulls at Dynamo, 7:30 pm  Are you forever orange? How about true blue? The Dynamo is looking for outgoing, passionate soccer folks to join the Blue Crew, the group of dedicated volunteers who support the team & fans at home games and Dynamo community events. Minimum age 18, minimum commitment 10 home games per season. Volunteers must be able to endure the Houston heat & humidity and smile at the same time! Email <a href="mailto:bcrew@houstondynamo.com?subject=Blue%20Crew">bcrew@houstondynamo.com</a> for more info.     World Cupdate The US men play Australia tomorrow in their last World Cup warm-up. Game airs live on ESPN2 and Galavision at 7:30 am. You can also watch the live feed at <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a>. At <a href="http://www.KeeperNotes.com/">KeeperNotes.com</a>, download the full tournament schedule in Excel, including Houston times and channels for all games. Keeper Notes calendar viewable in Google Calendar, ical, any browser. The Keeper is compiling a big list of pubs that will be showing World Cup matches, opening early for them and/or offering fan specials. List in progress at <a href="http://keepernotes.com/WCpubs.htm">KeeperNotes.com</a>. Email the <a href="mailto:keeper@keepernotes.com?subject=World%20Cup%20pubs">Keeper</a> with updates & additions. The Dynamo will host several World Cup viewing parties, including events at Discovery Green downtown for Mexico v South Africa (Friday, 6/11, 8-11 am) and England v USA (Saturday, 6/12, noon-4pm) featuring a 9' x16' jumbo screen. Dynamo viewing parties will be held for all USA and Mexico matches, as well as the World Cup semis & final. Every party is free to the public and will feature Dynamo Diesel, soccer trivia and giveaways. See full list at <a href="http://www.houstondynamo.com/wcviewingparties">www.houstondynamo.com/wcviewingparties</a>. A wealth of World Cup information: <a href="http://www.fifa.com/">www.fifa.com</a>, of course. Siriusly World Cup satellite radio: <a href="http://www.sirius.com/soccer">www.sirius.com/soccer</a>. All games available in English as part of Best of XM. Most games available in German, Japanese, Korean, Arabic and Portuguese. Import the Keeper calendar featuring every single World Cup match into your Google calendar, iCal or any browser: <a href="http://www.google.com/calendar/render?gsessionid=N8kwZSn9_8B62Rog3npb6w">www.google.com/calendar/render?gsessionid=N8kwZSn9_8B62Rog3npb6w</a>. Or go for the less functional but very pretty option: <a href="http://www.marca.com/deporte/futbol/mundial/sudafrica-2010/calendario-english.html">www.marca.com/deporte/futbol/mundial/sudafrica-2010/calendario-english.html</a>. Yep, there's an app for that: <a href="http://goal.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/06/01/the-world-cup-apps-for-that/?src=me">http://goal.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/06/01/the-world-cup-apps-for-that/?src=me</a>.   All day, all night ... right here on World Cup TV: ESPN2 is offering a 24-hour block of World Cup countdown coverage, starting at 9 am CT on Thursday, June 10 and running right up to kickoff of the opening match: 9 am 2010 FIFA World Cup Preview  12 pm 2010 U.S. National Team Preview  1 pm 2010 FIFA World Cup Kick-off Celebration Concert featurig Black Eyed Peas, Shakira, John Legend 4 pm SportsNation Presented by Toyota  5 pm Outside the Lines: Robben Island – A Greater Goal  5:30 pm E:60 (includes profile of Clint Dempsey) 6 pm 2010 FIFA World Cup Preview  9 pm MLS Game of the Week (Seattle-DC United) 11:30 pm SportsNation Presented by Toyota 11:30 am 2010 U.S. National Team Preview 1:30 am Homecoming with Rick Reilly: Landon Donovan 2:30 am 2006 World Cup Film – The Grand Finale 5-8:30 am Mike & Mike in the Morning 8:30-9 am SportsCenter 9 am Coverage of South Africa v Mexico begins            Stars & Stripes stuff Yes, Jozy Altidore has a mild ankle sprain but he's considered "day to day" and may still be okay to play in Saturday's friendly. Note that Bob Bradley can replace any injured player on the 23-man roster as late as June 11, 1:30 pm South Africa time. Get the daily deets about the US World Cup team at <a href="http://www.ussoccer.com/News/Mens-National-Team/2010/06/World-Cup-Daily-Update-for-June-3-2010.aspx ">www.ussoccer.com/News/Mens-National-Team/2010/06/World-Cup-Daily-Update-for-June-3-2010.aspx</a>. Subscribe to the RSS feed. <a href="http://www.ussoccer.com/Multimedia/Media-Center.aspx#/video">Studio 90 on ussoccer.com</a> has daily video clips from South Africa. Unite and strengthen: <a href="http://www.theamericanoutlaws.com/">www.theamericanoutlaws.com</a>. It was (nearly) 60 years ago today ... <a href="http://www.waitingforgaetjens.com/">www.waitingforgaetjens.com</a>. Follow Landycakes at <a href="http://twitter.com/landondonovan">http://twitter.com/landondonovan</a>. All-Star tix on sale! Individual tickets are now on sale for the MLS All-Star Game on July 28 at Reliant Stadium. <a href="http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0C004493A55E67C6?artistid=875665&majorcatid=10004&minorcatid=11">Click here</a> to purchase tickets ... this game will likely sell out so don't wait if you really want tickets. For group packages (10 or more tickets), call the Dynamo directly at 713-276-7500 and avoid Ticketmaster fees. And don't forget to vote for your (orange) MLS All-Stars at <a href="http://www.mlssoccer.com/content/mls-all-star-ballot">www.mlssoccer.com/content/mls-all-star-ballot</a>.         Catch the World Cup at the Front Porch! {advertisement} Enjoy your team's World Cup matches at the Front Porch Pub in midtown (at 217 Gray near Bagby). We open at 11:30 am every day and offer a full pub menu and plenty of TVs both inside and outside.  Call to reserve a table for your group: 713-571-9571 (though reservations are certainly not required). Map and more info at <a href="http://www.frontporchpub.com">www.frontporchpub.com</a>. On Friday, June 18, the Front Porch will open EARLY (8:30 am) so fans can enjoy the USA v Slovenia first-round match.               Free adult soccer clinic Saturday HWSA is hosting a free adult player clinic on Saturday, June 5 from 3 - 5 pm at Bear Creek Park. Minimum age 18. Stefani Webb, UT-Tyler women’s soccer coach, will run the clinic. She is a USSF “A” licensed coach, a member of the Olympic Development Training staff, and a wellness coach (see <a href="http://workhardhavefun.com/">http://workhardhavefun.com</a>). For more info, see <a href="http://www.hwsa.org/">www.hwsa.org.</a>             Semi-pro soccer opportunities  Galveston Pirate SC The final round of tryouts for the region's newest NPSL team will be held June 12 and 13 in La Porte, 11 am - 4 pm. Tryout fee is $50. Please email <a href="mailto:bk.kicks@rocketmail.com">bk.kicks@rocketmail.com</a> with name, address, email, phone, playing experience. Waiver required, and players should come equipped with white shirt, shinguards and ball. For more info, see www.pi ratesc.com.   Regals FC tryouts    Regals FC (NPSL) is seeking soccer players with professional experience who believe themselves to be professional prospects. Interested players are welcome to attend training to gauge their level of commitment and ability. The NPSL team is set to open the first pre-season match at Woodforest Bank Stadium on July 4. The winter and regular season runs thru July 2011. The team trains at the Legends Sports Complex in Spring, Tuesday thru Friday, 8:30-10 pm. There is never a charge to trial with the club, just be match fit and ready to play. The club is also forming reserve teams. For more info, contact General Manager Stephen Heisler at 832-445-9983 or visit <a href="http://www.regalsfc.com/">www.regalsfc.com</a>. WPSL South Texas Select Houston's semi-pro women's team is looking for elite players for the 2010 summer season. If interested, contact coach David DeVeretuil at 713-899-4342. Games will be played at San Jacinto College South. See <a href="http://www.wpsl.info/team/index.php?tid=64">www.wpsl.info/team/index.php?tid=64</a>.   HFD Soccer fundraisers The team is heading to the Texas Firefighter Olympics in July to defend their gold medal. Help them raise funds for the team trip: June 12 Go to Bullritos on Weslayan & Richmond and mention HFD Soccer -- Bullritos will give 20% of the bill to HFD.   June 20 Join us for a Happy Hour fundraiser at Bar Retro, 5757 Westheimer in the Galleria area, beginning 6 pm. More at <a href="http://mydynamo.ning.com/forum/topics/support-hfd-soccer?xg_source=shorten_twitter">http://mydynamo.ning.com/forum/topics/support-hfd-soccer?xg_source=shorten_twitter</a>.       SW Indoor Soccer YOUTH session {advertisement} Registration deadline for the summer YOUTH session is Wednesday, June 9, games start Saturday, June 12. The following divisions will be available: U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, U14, U15, U16, U17, U18, U19. For more info, see <a href="http://www.letsplaysoccer.com/main/Locations/southwest/std/reginfo.htm">www.letsplaysoccer.com/main/Locations/southwest/std/reginfo.htm</a> or call 281-564-7947 any day after 5 pm.   Get your notes in the Notes Spread the soccer word about your program, event or club in Keeper Notes. The Keeper Notes list (which is never, ever, ever sold or shared) has more than 5400 subscribers. FREE STUFF: soccer-related job openings, youth & adult league registration info, free soccer events, teams looking for players, any nonprofit info, and any "shout out" to local soccer achievers. Email details to <a href="mailto:keeper@keepernotes.com?subject=Keeper%20Notes%20info">keeper@keepernotes.com.</a> NOT FREE: soccer camps, paid tournaments, other commercially-related info. Contact <a href="mailto:keeper@keepernotes.com?subject=Keeper%20Notes%20ad%20rates">The Keeper</a> for rates.        WPS update The St. Louis Athletica players became free agents Tuesday, and several have been signed by other teams this week:   Atlanta: Hope Solo, Lori Chalupny, Enola Aluko, Tina Ellertson Boston: Lindsay Tarpley FC Gold Pride: Shannon Boxx Washington Freedom: Ashlyn Harris The revised WPS schedule has been released: <a href="http://www.womensprosoccer.com/Home/schedule/2010-wps-schedule">www.womensprosoccer.com/Home/schedule/2010-wps-schedule</a>. Each team still plays a total of 24 home games. All games played against St. Louis will count in the standings. Voting for 2010 WPS All-Stars ends tonight at 7 pm tonight, so make your choices today at<a href="http://www.womensprosoccer.com/allstars">www.womensprosoccer.com/allstars</a>. This game will employ an unprecedented format -- 22 WPS All-Star starters will be chosen through voting by teams, players, media and fans (14 reserves will be selected by WPS coaches and the WPS commissioner). The international player and USA player receiving the most votes will be named captains who, with the All-Star coaches, will select the Starting XI for each team "playground pick-em" style during a public event prior to the game.      Keeping up with the Keeper Twitter: <a href="http://www.twitter.com/keepernotes">www.twitter.com/keepernotes</a> Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Keeper-Notes/331599998700?ref=ts">www.facebook.com/pages/Keeper-Notes/331599998700?ref=ts</a> On the radio (sometimes): "The Orange Slice" soccer show on 1560 The Game, Tuesday 7-9 pm, <a href="http://1560thegame.com/">http://1560thegame.com</a> Houston Dynamo Examiner:<a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-31347-Houston-Dynamo-Examiner%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%2028%2028"> www.examiner.com/x-31347-Houston-Dynamo-Examiner</a> Keeper Notes calendar featuring Dynamo matches, full World Cup schedule and more, via any browser:  <a href="http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=keeper%40keepernotes.com&ctz=America/Chicago">www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=keeper%40keepernotes.com&ctz=America/Chicago</a>   Youth soccer tryouts Texas Rush Soccer Club is looking for the best soccer talent in the greater Houston area for their USSF Academy teams. The Development Academy is a partnership between U.S. Soccer and the top youth clubs around the country to provide the best youth players in the U.S. with an everyday environment designed to produce the next generation of National Team players. See <a href="http://www.texasrushacademy.com/">www.texasrushacademy.com.</a>   <a href="http://www.texasunitedfc.com/"> Texas United FC </a> Tryout Schedule for Fall 2010 BOYS Mon Jun 7,  5-6:30 U12-U14; 6:30-8 U15-U19 Wed Jun 9,  5-6:30 U12-U14; 6:30-8 U15-U19 GIRLS Tue Jun 8, 5-6:30 U12-U14, 6:30-8 U15-U19 Thu Jun 10, 5-6:30 U12-U14, 6:30-8 U15-U19 Rain date Fri Jun 11, 5-6:30 BOYS; 6:30-8 GIRLS   <a href="http://www.albionhurricanes.org/">Albion Hurricanes</a> tryouts for fall 2010 June 7-10 U-12 through U-19 Evaluations, Bear Creek Park for Main Campus and for West June 12 U-12 through U-19 Signing Day, AHFC Campbell Road Office for both Main and West        Keeper Query Props to Stephen Brassette for the correct answer to last week's query: the members of the 2010 World Cup squad who have played against Turkey (and not just sat on the bench) are DaMarcus Beasley, Landon Donovan and Tim Howard … in the 2003 Confederations Cup. And btw, Dynamo head coach Dominic Kinnear appeared for the USA against Turkey in 1991. This week's query: The 2010 World Cup (finally) kicks off next Friday. Can you name all the players to score a World Cup goal for the USA in the "modern era" (i.e. 1990 and beyond)? First to answer correctly after 9 am CT wins a Dynamo fan pack. Send your answer to <a href="mailto:keeper@keepernotes.com">keeper@keepernotes.com</a>.       Soccer to watch All times CT and subject to change.  Today International friendlies Japan v Ivory Coast, 5:20 am, <a href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com</a><a href="http://www.FIFA.com/"> </a>France v China, 10:55 am, ESPN Deportes, <a href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com</a> Saturday International friendlies Hungary v Netherlands, 7 am, ESPN Deportes, <a href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com </a>USA v Australia, 7:30 am, ESPN2, Galavision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com </a>Switzerland v Italy, 1:45 pm, GolTV Major League Soccer New York Red Bulls v Chivas USA, 6:30 pm, Fox Soccer Channel Houston Dynamo at LA Galaxy, 7 pm, Galavision Sunday Women's Professional Soccer Chicago Red Stars v Atlanta Beat, 5 pm, Fox Soccer Channel Monday International friendlies Tanzania v Brazil, 9:55 am, <a href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com</a> Tuesday International friendlies Portugal v Mozambique, 9:30 am, <a href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com </a>Spain v Poland, 2:55 pm, <a href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com</a> Thursday Major League Soccer DC United v Seattle Sounders, 9 pm, ESPN2, ESPN Deportes, <a href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com</a> Friday, June 11 2010 World Cup 1st round South Africa v Mexico, 8:30 am, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com </a>Uruguay v France, 1 pm, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com</a> Saturday, June 12 2010 World Cup 1st round South Korea v Greece, 6 am, ESPN, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com </a><a href="http://www.espn3.com/"> </a>Argentina v Nigeria, 8:30 am, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com </a>USA v England, 1:30 pm, ABC, ESPN Deportes, Univision Sunday, June 13 2010 World Cup 1st round Algeria v Slovenia, 6 am, ESPN, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com </a>Serbia v Ghana, 8:30 am, ESPN, Univision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com </a>Germany v Australia, 1:30 pm, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, Univision   - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -  Keeper Calendar  - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -  June 5: US men v Australia, South Africa  June 5: Houston Dynamo at LA Galaxy  June 10: Houston Dynamo v Laredo Heat, Corpus Christi  June 11: 2010 World Cup begins/Mexico v South Africa, South Africa  June 12: World Cup/US men v England, South Africa  June 18: World Cup/US men v Slovenia, South Africa  June 19: Dynamo Charities Cup/Houston Dynamo v Águila, Robertson Stadium  June 23: World Cup/US men v Algeria, South Africa June 26: Colorado Rapids at Houston Dynamo June 26: World Cup round of 16 begins June 29: US Open Cup/Dynamo v TBA, TBA June 30: WPS All-Star Game, Atlanta - - -  July 1: Houston Dynamo at Toronto FC July 2-3: World Cup quarterfinals July 6-7: World Cup semifinals July 10: World Cup third place match July 10: Columbus Crew at Houston Dynamo, Robertson Stadium July 11: World Cup final  July 15: SuperLiga/Dynamo v Pachuca, Robertson Stadium July 16: US women v Sweden, E. Hartford, CT July 18: SuperLiga/Dynamo v Chivas USA & Pachuca v Puebla, Robertson Stadium July 21: SuperLiga/Dynamo v Puebla, Robertson Stadium July 24: Houston Dynamo at Columbus Crew July 28: MLS All-Stars v Manchester United, Reliant Stadium July 31: New York Red Bulls at Houston Dynamo, Robertson Stadium - - -  August 8: Houston Dynamo at Seattle Sounders August 10: US men v Brazil, E. Rutherford, NJ Expanded calendar at <a href="http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=keeper@keepernotes.com&ctz=America/Chicago">keepernotes.com</a>

Keeper Notes Quickie, 2 June 10

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 18:32:00 GMT

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Keeper Notes Quickie - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - I like (to beat) New York in June ... how about you?    Big Orange in the Big Apple Actually, they're in New Jersey. And tonight they face the New York Red Bulls in the newest MLS shrine to the beautiful game, Red Bull Arena. Game airs live at 6:30 pm on KHOU 11.2, TV Informa 43 and FS Houston Plus. Join Dynamo fans (21 & up) at Lucky's Pub east of downtown for the official viewing party beginning at 6 pm, or hang with the Texian Army at Ernie's on Banks (off Montrose, just south of Hwy. 59). Or you can listen to the game live on <a target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 101, 204); " href="http://www.790kbme.com/main.html">Sports Talk 790</a> or <a target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 101, 204); " href="http://radiotime.com/station/s_32546/La_Ranchera_850.aspx">La Ranchera 850.</a>           All-Star tix on sale Individual tickets are now on sale for the MLS All-Star Game on July 28 at Reliant Stadium. <a target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 101, 204); " href="http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0C004493A55E67C6?artistid=875665&majorcatid=10004&minorcatid=11">Click here</a> to purchase tickets ... this game will likely sell out so don't wait if you really want tickets. For group packages (10 or more tickets), call the Dynamo directly at 713-276-7500 and avoid Ticketmaster fees.       World Cupdate The US men are now in South Africa and will play Australia Saturday in their last warm-up before the World Cup begins. Game airs live on ESPN2 at 7:30 am.  At <a target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 101, 204); " href="http://www.KeeperNotes.com/">KeeperNotes.com</a>, download the full tournament schedule in Excel, including Houston times and channels for all games. The Dynamo will be hosting several World Cup viewing parties, including events at Discovery Green for Mexico v South Africa (Friday, 6/11, 8 am) and England v USA (Saturday, 6/12, noon) featuring a 9' x16' jumbo screen. Dynamo viewing parties will be held for all USA and Mexico matches, as well as the semis and final. Every party is free to the public and will feature Dynamo Diesel, soccer trivia and giveaways. See full list at <a target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 101, 204); " href="http://www.houstondynamo.com/wcviewingparties">www.houstondynamo.com/wcviewingparties</a>. A wealth of World Cup information: <a target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 101, 204); " href="http://www.fifa.com/">www.fifa.com</a>. Coming next week: a big list of pubs that will be showing World Cup matches, opening early for them and/or offering fan specials. Want to make sure your favorite place is listed? Email the<a target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 101, 204); " href="mailto:keeper@keepernotes.com?subject=World%20Cup%20pubs">Keeper</a>.            Free adult clinic June 5 HWSA is hosting a free adult player clinic on Saturday, June 5 from 3 - 5 pm at Bear Creek Park. Minimum age 18. Stefani Webb, UT-Tyler women’s soccer coach, will run the clinic. She is a USSF “A” licensed coach, a member of the Olympic Development Training staff, and a wellness coach. For more info, see <a target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 101, 204); " href="http://www.hwsa.org/">www.hwsa.org.</a>             HBU Soccer Camps {advertisement} Reserve your spot now for one of the HBU soccer camps: Husky Pup ages 4-7 June 7-11 Husky Full Day ages 8-13 June 7-11 Women’s H.S. Residential June 13-17  Men’s H.S. Residential June 27-July 1 Goalkeeper training is offered at every HBU soccer camp. You can register online or download the flyer at <a target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 101, 204); " href="redirect=http://www.justsportscamps.com/hsa]">www.justsportscamps.com/hsa</a>.   Come to an HBU soccer camp this summer and take your game to a new level.       Soccer to watch All times CT and subject to change.  Today Major League Soccer New York Red Bulls v Houston Dynamo, 6:30 pm, KHOU 11.2, TV Informa, FS Houston Plus Thursday International friendlies Spain v South Korea, 11 am, ESPN Deportes, <a target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 101, 204); " href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com</a> Mexico v Italy, noon, Telemundo Germany v Bosnia & Herzegovina, 1:30 pm, GolTV Friday International friendlies France v China, 11 am, ESPN Deportes, <a target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 101, 204); " href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com</a> Japan v Ivory Coast, 2 pm, <a target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 101, 204); " href="http://www.espn3.com/">espn3.com</a><a target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 101, 204); " href="http://www.FIFA.com/"> </a> Saturday International friendlies USA v Australia, 7:30 am, ESPN2 Major League Soccer Houston Dynamo at LA Galaxy, 7 pm, Galavision   - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -  Keeper Calendar  - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -  May 29: US men v Turkey, Philadelphia May 29: Philadelphia Union at Houston Dynamo - - -  June 2: Houston Dynamo at New York Red Bulls  June 5: US men v Australia, South Africa  June 5: Houston Dynamo at LA Galaxy  June 10: Houston Dynamo v Laredo Heat, Corpus Christi  June 11: 2010 World Cup begins/Mexico v South Africa, South Africa  June 12: World Cup/US men v England, South Africa  June 18: World Cup/US men v Slovenia, South Africa  June 19: Dynamo Charities Cup/Houston Dynamo v Águila, Robertson Stadium  June 23: World Cup/US men v Algeria, South Africa June 26: Colorado Rapids at Houston Dynamo June 26: World Cup round of 16 begins June 29: US Open Cup/Dynamo v TBA, TBA June 30: WPS All-Star Game, Atlanta - - -  July 1: Houston Dynamo at Toronto FC July 2-3: World Cup quarterfinals July 6-7: World Cup semifinals July 10: World Cup third place match July 10: Columbus Crew at Houston Dynamo, Robertson Stadium July 11: World Cup final  Expanded calendar at <a target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 101, 204); " href="http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=keeper@keepernotes.com&ctz=America/Chicago">keepernotes.com</a>.

Keeper Notes, 27 May 10: Soccery news for Houston

Fri, 28 May 2010 13:00:00 GMT

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Keeper Notes, 28 May 2010 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - I see a World Cup and I want to paint it black ...   Lei it on this Saturday! Tomorrow is the Dynamo's last home game before the World Cup begins. They host expansion franchise Philadelphia Union, whose roster includes former Dyna-man Alejandro Moreno. Kickoff is 7:30 pm, and the first 5000 fans to enter the stadium will receive World Cup brackets. Be sure to get there early because Continental Airlines will be giving three lucky fans vouchers for roundtrip flights for two to anywhere in the continental U.S. -- the first giveaway will take place before kickoff! The game will be televised nationally on Fox Soccer Channel and Fox Sports en Español, and can be heard in the Houston area on <a href="http://www.790kbme.com/main.html">SportsTalk 790</a> and <a href="http://www.laranchera850.com/">La Ranchera 850</a>. Special Brian Ching Tribute You've probably heard the stupefying news that US coach Bob Badley left Brian Ching off the final 23-man World Cup roster. As a tribute to our Flying Hawaiian, the Texian Army will be giving out white leis to all Dynamo fans who come by our tailgate before the game (they have about 1000 to give away). Feel free to snag your own white leis at <a href="http://arneswarehouse.com/arnes.php">Arne's Warehouse</a> (just 59 cents each ... go to 2nd floor). If Brian Ching scores, those leis should be in the air (but not on the field)! Bald is beautiful Don't be freaked out when the Dynamo take the field Saturday and they all look like Craig Waibel. Waibel has organized another Bald is Beautiful event to benefit <a href="http://nicksteam.com/">Nick's Team</a>. Donation of $100 gets you a shaved head just like Craig! The goal is to shave 75 heads and register 100 new marrow donors. Shaving begins at 5:30 pm in the west side pavilions outside Robertson Stadium. Fans can also buy special tshirts, enter a raffle or bid on silent auction items to benefit the cause. Cash, check and credit card payments accepted.     Last chance to get All-Star Game tickets in special presale Buy your tickets now for the All-Star game before individual tickets go on sale to the public on Tuesday. Use this <a href="http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0C004493A55E67C6?artistid=875665&majorcatid=10004&minorcatid=11">link</a> with the password DYNAMO10, or call the Dynamo at 713-276-7500 if you're buying 10 or more tickets (group packages aren't subject to Ticketmaster fees). Props to Pat and little Dom Pat Onstad played the whole game in goal for the Reds in Canada's 5-0 loss to Argentina Monday in Buenos Aires. With this appearance, Onstad set the Canadian goalkeeper cap record (57). Andrew Hainault also played the full 90 for Canada. Dominic Oduro won Goal of the Week honors for his <a href="http://houtv.neulion.com/mlsvp/">2nd half strike</a> against DC United. Dynamo All-Access The Dynamo All Access show with Glenn Davis on Sports Talk 790 will host live shows on Tuesday, June 1 (Baker Street Pub in the Woodlands) and Monday, June 7 (Niko Nikos in Montrose). Fans are encouraged to attend -- there will be player appearances and raffles for jerseys. Vote for the MLS All-Stars -- make 'em orange! <a href="http://www.mlssoccer.com/content/mls-all-star-ballot">www.mlssoccer.com/content/mls-all-star-ballot</a> SuperLiga schedule update Thursday, July 15: Dynamo v Pachuca, 7 pm Sunday, July 18: Dynamo v Chivas USA 7 pm, Pachuca v Puebla, 9 pm Wednesday, July 21: Dynamo v Puebla, 7 pm All games are at Robertson Stadium. Note that the Dynamo's matches against Pachuca & Puebla are part of the season ticketholder package, but the Sunday doubleheader is not. Tickets are on sale at <a href="http://www.HoustonDynamo.com">HoustonDynamo.com</a> and Ticketmaster outlets.       <div> </div>         Here's to the big Kahuna www.houstondynamo.com/news/2010/05/commentary-bradley-will-regret-ching-snub ... And check out his international "goalography" video on <a href="http://www.brianchingsoccer.com">brianchingsoccer.com.</a>           Over 30s/40s HFA league The Houston Football Association (HFA) is starting a new O30s and O40s men's soccer league on Thursday nights. Depending on number of teams, there'll be one division of each age group in a format that allows for a 5-game season. Players must be at least 30 or 40 (as appropriate) at the time of registration. Team fee of $300 includes an 18-player roster, field fees and insurance -- add $25 for each additional player. Team applications are available on the HFA website under Forms and Maps. Player registration deadline June 3. Games begin June 10. Questions? Email <a href="mailto:hfa@hfasoccer.com?subject=o30%20-%20o40%20league">hfa@hfasoccer.com.</a>       Free adult clinic June 5 HWSA is hosting a free adult player clinic on Saturday, June 5 from 3 - 5 pm at Bear Creek Park. Stefani Webb, UT-Tyler women’s soccer coach, will run the clinic. She is a USSF “A” licensed coach, a member of the Olympic Development Training staff, and a wellness coach who focuses on self-leadership to unlock a person’s maximum potential. To read more about Coach Webb, check out the following link: <a href="http://workhardhavefun.com">http://workhardhavefun.com</a>. For more info and updates about the player clinic, see <a href="http://www.hwsa.org">www.hwsa.org.</a>             WPSL South Texas Select Houston's semi-pro women's team is looking for elite players for the 2010 summer season. If interested, contact coach David DeVeretuil at 713-899-4342. Games will be played at San Jacinto College South. See <a href="http://www.wpsl.info/team/index.php?tid=64">http://www.wpsl.info/team/index.php?tid=64</a>.       HBU Soccer Camps {advertisement} Reserve your spot now for one of the HBU soccer camps: Husky Pup ages 4-7 June 7-11 Husky Full Day ages 8-13 June 7-11 Women’s H.S. Residential June 13-17 Men’s H.S. Residential June 27-July 1 Goalkeeper training is offered at every HBU soccer camp. You can register online or download the flyer at <a href="http://www.justsportscamps.com/hsa">www.justsportscamps.com/hsa</a>.   Come to an HBU soccer camp this summer and take your game to a new level.                   By the numbers MLS Insider followers on Twitter: 28, 546 WPS followers on Twitter: 244,190 MLS franchises that have folded: 2 WPS franchises that have folded: 2 Articles by Grant Wahl about MLS this year: 200ish Articles by Grant Wahl about WPS this year: 0 Yes, the Keeper is a little cranky.             World Cupdate The US 2010 World Cup roster Goalkeepers: Brad Guzan, Marcus Hahnemann, Tim Howard Defenders: Carlos Bocanegra, Jonathan Bornstein, Steve Cherundolo, Jay DeMerit, Clarence Goodson, Oguchi Onyewu, Jonathan Spector Midfielders: DaMarcus Beasley, Michael Bradley, Ricardo Clark, Clint Dempsey, Landon Donovan, Maurice Edu, Benny Feilhaber, Stuart Holden, Jose Francisco Torres Forwards: Jozy Altidore, Edson Buddle, Robbie Findley, Herculez Gomez The following players weren't selected but are eligible as replacement players in case of injury, up til 24 hours before the team's first match: defenders Chad Marshall and Heath Pearce, midfielders Alejandro Bedoya, Robbie Rogers, Sacha Kljestan and forwards Eddie Johnson and the amazing Brian Ching. Saturday the US faces Turkey in their last friendly before departing for South Africa. Game airs live on ESPN2 and Galavision at 1 pm. Then on June 5 the team plays Australia in South Africa, a week before they face England in their first World Cup match. That game airs live on ESPN at 7:30 am.<a href="http://www.socceramerica.com/article/38034/the-31-provisional-rosters.html"> </a> <a href="http://soccernet.espn.go.com/world-cup/fixtures?ver=us&cc=5901">http://soccernet.espn.go.com/world-cup/fixtures?ver=us&cc=5901 </a>The full sked of games, including broadcast times (in ET). Please, God, no <a href="http://soccernet.espn.go.com/world-cup/fixtures?cc=5901&ver=us">http://soccernet.espn.go.com/world-cup/fixtures?cc=5901&ver=us</a><a href="http://soccernet.espn.go.com/world-cup/fixtures?cc=5901&ver=us"> </a>                 SW Indoor Soccer YOUTH session {advertisement} Registration deadline for the summer YOUTH session is Wednesday, June 9, games start Saturday, June 12. The following divisions will be available: U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, U14, U15, U16, U17, U18, U19. For more info, see   <a href="http://www.letsplaysoccer.com/main/Locations/southwest/std/reginfo.htm">www.letsplaysoccer.com/main/Locations/southwest/std/reginfo.htm</a> or call 281-564-7947 any day after 5 pm.         Houston Leones host Tornados The PDL's Houston Leones host the DFW Tornados this Sunday at Soccer World Center in Richmond. Game kicks off at 5 pm. More info at <a href="http://houstonleones.com">http://houstonleones.com</a>. Get your notes in the Notes Spread the soccer word about your program, event or club in Keeper Notes. The Keeper Notes list (which is never, ever, ever sold or shared) has about 5400 subscribers. FREE STUFF: soccer-related job openings, youth & adult league registration info, free soccer events, teams looking for players, any nonprofit info, and any "shout out" to local soccer achievers. Email details to <a href="mailto:keeper@keepernotes.com?subject=Keeper%20Notes%20info">keeper@keepernotes.com.</a> NOT FREE: soccer camps, paid tournaments, other commercially-related info. Contact <a href="mailto:keeper@keepernotes.com?subject=Keeper%20Notes%20ad%20rates">The Keeper</a> for rates.                    Let's hear it for the girls US women beats Germany 4-0 Abby Wambach scored international goals #106 and #107, moving her ahead of Michelle Akers on the US all-time scoring list. Kristine Lilly scored her 130th international goal, making her the oldest player to score for the US (she's a few months shy of 39). Here's the full list: Mia Hamm (USA, retired): 158 goals Kristine Lilly (USA): 130 Birgit Prinz (Germany): 126 Julie Fleeting (Scotland): 111 Elisabetta Vignotto (Italy, retired): 107 Abby Wambach (USA): 107 Carolina Morace (Italy, retired): 105 Tiffeny Milbrett (USA, retired-ish): 100 WPS update <a href="http://www.stltoday.com/stltoday/sports/stories.nsf/soccer/story/284423D62E7DC1C586257731000C1E86?OpenDocument">http://www.stltoday.com/stltoday/sports/stories.nsf/soccer/story/284423D62E7DC1C586257731000C1E86?OpenDocument</a>   Blame it on the Brits ... the London-based investors of the St. Louis Athletica simply stopped paying the bills, so the WPS franchise has folded. The team is owned by St. Louis United, which also runs AC St. Louis, the men's DII team. That team will continue operations. The Athletica players -- including US national teamers Hope Solo, Lindsay Tarpley, Shannon Boxx and Lori Chalupny -- will be free agents as of Tuesday, and a revised WPS schedule will be released next week.         Youth soccer tryouts Texas Rush Soccer Club is looking for the best soccer talent in the greater Houston area for their USSF Academy teams. The Development Academy is a partnership between U.S. Soccer and the top youth clubs around the country to provide the best youth players in the U.S. with an everyday environment designed to produce the next generation of National Team players. See    <a href="http://www.texasrushacademy.com/">www.texasrushacademy.com.</a>         <a href="http://www.texasunitedfc.com">Texas United FC </a>(the merged Westside Soccer Club & Bear Creek Soccer Club) TUFC Tryout Schedule for Fall 2010 BOYS Mon Jun 7,  5-6:30 U12-U14; 6:30-8 U15-U19 Wed Jun 9,  5-6:30 U12-U14; 6:30-8 U15-U19 GIRLS Tue Jun 8, 5-6:30 U12-U14, 6:30-8 U15-U19 Thu Jun 10, 5-6:30 U12-U14, 6:30-8 U15-U19 Rain date Fri Jun 11, 5-6:30 BOYS; 6:30-8 GIRLS     <a href="http://www.albionhurricanes.org">Albion Hurricanes</a>   tryouts for fall 2010 June 7-10 U-12 through U-19 Evaluations, Bear Creek Park for Main Campus and for West June 12 U-12 through U-19 Signing Day, AHFC Campbell Road Office for both Main and West       Keeping up with the Keeper Twitter: <a href="http://www.twitter.com/keepernotes">www.twitter.com/keepernotes</a> Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Keeper-Notes/331599998700?ref=ts">www.facebook.com/pages/Keeper-Notes/331599998700?ref=ts</a> Houston Dynamo Examiner:<a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-31347-Houston-Dynamo-Examiner 28 28"> www.examiner.com/x-31347-Houston-Dynamo-Examiner </a> Keeper Notes calendar featuring Dynamo matches, full World Cup schedule and more, via any browser:   <a href="http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=keeper%40keepernotes.com&ctz=America/Chicago"></a> <a href="http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=keeper%40keepernotes.com&ctz=America/Chicago">www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=keeper%40keepernotes.com&ctz=America/Chicago</a>         Regals FC Reserve League Do you think you have what it takes to play professional soccer? NPSL's Regals FC invites you to join the club's reserve league and get the chance to compete at a higher level and maybe earn an opportunity to join the club. This is for former pro players, college and high school standouts.   • Games will be played at the Legends Sports Complex beginning June 6. • Minimum age 18. • Each team will play 8 games, plus tournament play with 2-game guarantee. • Player registration fee is $100. • Register online at <a href="http://bit.ly/summer7s">http://bit.ly/summer7s </a>• Limited space is available; recreational players need not apply. <a href="http://bit.ly/summer7s"></a>For more info, contact Gregg Hess at 281-298-5700.               Keeper Query The Stars & Stripes face Turkey this weekend for just the third time in US Soccer history. Which members of the 2010 World Cup squad have played against Turkey before in a senior international match? First to answer correctly after 9 am CT wins two tickets to Saturday's Dynamo game. Special bonus if you can name the person in the Dynamo organization has also played against Turkey. Send your answer to <a href="mailto:keeper@keepernotes.com">keeper@keepernotes.com</a>.         Soccer to watch All times CT and subject to change. Today International friendlies Paraguay v Ivory Coast, 1 pm, ESPN Deportes, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a>, <a href="http://www.FIFA.com">FIFA.com </a>Ireland v Algeria, 1:45 pm, <a href="http://www.FIFA.com">FIFA.com</a> Saturday International friendlies Slovakia v Cameroon, 7 am, <a href="http://www.FIFA.com">FIFA.com</a> Brazil v Peru, 10:30 am, Fox Sports Premium US men v Turkey, 12:30 pm, ESPN2, Galavision, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Hungary v Germany, 12:45 pm, ESPN Deportes, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a>, <a href="http://www.FIFA.com">FIFA.com</a> Poland v Finland, 1 pm, <a href="http://www.FIFA.com">FIFA.com</a> Spain v Saudi Arabia, 1 pm, ESPN Deportes Argentia v Colombia, 7:30 pm, Fox Sports Premium England Football League One final Millwall v Swindon, 9 am, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a>, Fox Soccer Plus Major League Soccer New England Revolution v New York Red Bulls, 7 pm, Galavision Houston Dynamo v Philadelphia Union, 7:30 pm, Fox Soccer Channel Sunday International friendlies Japan v England, 7:15 am, Fox Soccer Channel Mexico v Gambia, 9:30 am, Telemundo Tunisia v France, 2 pm, <a href="http://www.FIFA.com">FIFA.com</a> Women's Professional Soccer Washington Freedom v Philadelphia Independence, 5 pm, Fox Soccer Channel Tuesday International friendlies Australia v Denmark, 7:30 am, <a href="http://www.FIFA.com">FIFA.com</a> Switzerland v Costa Rica, 1:15 pm, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a> Netherlands v Ghana, 1:30 pm, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a>, <a href="http://www.FIFA.com">FIFA.com</a> Portugal v Cameroon, 1:30 pm, <a href="http://www.FIFA.com">FIFA.com</a> <a href="http://www.FIFA.com"> </a> Wednesday International friendlies Poland v Serbia, 1:30 pm, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a>, <a href="http://www.FIFA.com">FIFA.com</a> Greece v Paraguay, 2 pm, <a href="http://www.espn3.com"></a><a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a>, <a href="http://www.FIFA.com">FIFA.com</a> Major League Soccer New York Red Bulls v Houston Dynamo, 6:30 pm, KHOU 11.2, TV Informa, FS Houston Plus Thursday International friendlies Spain v South Korea, noon, <a href="http://www.FIFA.com">FIFA.com</a> Mexico v Italy, noon, Telemundo Friday International friendlies France v China, 11 am, <a href="http://www.espn3.com">espn3.com</a>, <a href="http://www.FIFA.com">FIFA.com</a> Slovenia v New Zealand, 1:45 pm, <a href="http://www.FIFA.com">FIFA.com</a>   - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Keeper Calendar - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - May 29: US men v Turkey, Philadelphia May 29: Philadelphia Union at Houston Dynamo - - - June 2: Houston Dynamo at New York Red Bulls June 5: US men v Australia, South Africa June 5: Houston Dynamo at LA Galaxy June 10: Houston Dynamo v Laredo Heat, Corpus Christi June 11: 2010 World Cup begins/Mexico v South Africa, South Africa June 12: World Cup/US men v England, South Africa June 18: World Cup/US men v Slovenia, South Africa June 19: Dynamo Charities Cup/Houston Dynamo v Águila, Robertson Stadium June 23: World Cup/US men v Algeria, South Africa June 26: Colorado Rapids at Houston Dynamo June 26: World Cup round of 16 begins June 29: US Open Cup/Dynamo v TBA, TBA June 30: WPS All-Star Game, Atlanta - - - July 1: Houston Dynamo at Toronto FC July 2-3: World Cup quarterfinals July 6-7: World Cup semifinals July 10: World Cup third place match July 10: Columbus Crew at Houston Dynamo, Robertson Stadium July 11: World Cup final July 13: u20 Women's World Cup begins, Germany July 13: US women v Sweden, Omaha, NE July 15: SuperLiga/Dynamo v Pachuca, Robertson Stadium July 16: US women v Sweden, E. Hartford, CT July 18: SuperLiga/Dynamo v Chivas USA & Pachuca v Puebla, Robertson Stadium July 21: SuperLiga/Dynamo v Puebla, Robertson Stadium July 24: Houston Dynamo at Columbus Crew July 28: MLS All-Stars v Manchester United, Reliant Stadium July 31: New York Red Bulls at Houston Dynamo, Robertson Stadium Expanded calendar at <a href="http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=keeper@keepernotes.com&ctz=America/Chicago">keepernotes.com</a>.