moytoy12 Posted August 9, 2011 Share Posted August 9, 2011 SLU isn't in the top 25 or in the "Also Receiving Votes" category. It's not a shocker and I know it's a whole new soccer world out there, but it's a little disappointing that we aren't even mentioned in the top 40 these days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iggy Posted August 9, 2011 Share Posted August 9, 2011 I just went to slubillikens.com to check out the schedule. We're scheduled to play in all NCAA games through the NCAA College Cup Final! They must be expecting big things this year! I think the basketball schedule should show every game through the Final 4. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLUBALLS Posted August 9, 2011 Share Posted August 9, 2011 I just went to slubillikens.com to check out the schedule. We're scheduled to play in all NCAA games through the NCAA College Cup Final! They must be expecting big things this year! I think the basketball schedule should show every game through the Final 4. Good warmup game to go watch this Sunday versus one of last year's finalists, Louisville. Very curious to see how this team looks and how the play shifts towards McGinty's style. Taking my one-month old to his first SLU soccer game which I hope is the first of many to come. Courtside, any insight into this years crop or do we all just have to wait and see? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slufanskip Posted August 9, 2011 Share Posted August 9, 2011 Good warmup game to go watch this Sunday versus one of last year's finalists, Louisville. Very curious to see how this team looks and how the play shifts towards McGinty's style. Taking my one-month old to his first SLU soccer game which I hope is the first of many to come. Courtside, any insight into this years crop or do we all just have to wait and see? I'll be there also. Catching the 1st 30 minutes of basketball practice then moving outside for the soccer game. It would help if I could get someone to delay the start of the soccer game about an hour so I can see more of the practice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
courtside Posted August 10, 2011 Share Posted August 10, 2011 Good warmup game to go watch this Sunday versus one of last year's finalists, Louisville. Very curious to see how this team looks and how the play shifts towards McGinty's style. Taking my one-month old to his first SLU soccer game which I hope is the first of many to come. Courtside, any insight into this years crop or do we all just have to wait and see? Hey guys, I'm in the middle of taking care of a family emergency so I need a bit more time for anything in depth. ...As I'm sure many know, Tim Ream is on tomorrow's roster vs Mexico...as are 3 Mexican American call ups previously marginalized by Bradley...not surprised as that is a Klinsmann-esque move...(Increasing diversity, trying new things, in a practical way). I'll be back for more later. I'm questionable for the weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slufanskip Posted August 10, 2011 Share Posted August 10, 2011 Hey guys, I'm in the middle of taking care of a family emergency so I need a bit more time for anything in depth. ...As I'm sure many know, Tim Ream is on tomorrow's roster vs Mexico...as are 3 Mexican American call ups previously marginalized by Bradley...not surprised as that is a Klinsmann-esque move...(Increasing diversity, trying new things, in a practical way). I'll be back for more later. I'm questionable for the weekend. Hope everythings ok. Looking forward to the game tonight and the Bills game Sunday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moytoy12 Posted August 10, 2011 Author Share Posted August 10, 2011 Hope everythings ok. Looking forward to the game tonight and the Bills game Sunday. Sounds like Ream might not dress tonight. Was really hoping to see how he would fair in JK's system. Should definitely be an interesting game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby Metzinger Posted August 10, 2011 Share Posted August 10, 2011 I don't get excited about soccer games unless SLU is involved, but as a German-American, I've been counting down the days for this game. On the day the world woke up to the news of "Lopez Tonight" being cancelled (finally), the USA is going to take it to Mexico on the pitch! Go Jürgen!! Ja, Baby! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bk18 Posted August 10, 2011 Share Posted August 10, 2011 Soccer players at SLU don't take it seriously anymore. Basketball is the new soccer at SLU. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianstl Posted August 10, 2011 Share Posted August 10, 2011 Hope everythings ok.I will echo those sentiments. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
For-DaLove Posted August 10, 2011 Share Posted August 10, 2011 Soccer players at SLU don't take it seriously anymore. Basketball is the new soccer at SLU. What? Lol. They don't take it seriously? Just because we aren't a national power anymore doesn't mean our players don't take it seriously. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLUBALLS Posted August 10, 2011 Share Posted August 10, 2011 Sounds like Ream might not dress tonight. Was really hoping to see how he would fair in JK's system. Should definitely be an interesting game. Not sure what you read but I'm seeing the opposite: "U.S. national team defender Clarence Goodson will miss Wednesday's exhibition against Mexico because of a hamstring injury he got Sunday playing for his Danish club.................Without Chandler and Goodson, Carlos Bocanegra likely will play in central defense alongside Tim Ream with Steve Cherundolo playing on the right side. The left back job appears wide open. " http://aol.sportingnews.com/soccer/story/2011-08-09/us-defender-clarence-goodson-to-miss-mexico-match Two lefties at CB should be interesting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moytoy12 Posted August 10, 2011 Author Share Posted August 10, 2011 Not sure what you read but I'm seeing the opposite: "U.S. national team defender Clarence Goodson will miss Wednesday's exhibition against Mexico because of a hamstring injury he got Sunday playing for his Danish club.................Without Chandler and Goodson, Carlos Bocanegra likely will play in central defense alongside Tim Ream with Steve Cherundolo playing on the right side. The left back job appears wide open. " http://aol.sportingnews.com/soccer/story/2011-08-09/us-defender-clarence-goodson-to-miss-mexico-match Two lefties at CB should be interesting. Ives' twitter feed. Ives is hearing rumblings that Ream won't dress. Haven't seen any confirmation, so maybe TR will play. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slufanskip Posted August 10, 2011 Share Posted August 10, 2011 Ives' twitter feed. Ives is hearing rumblings that Ream won't dress. Haven't seen any confirmation, so maybe TR will play.The good thing is we have Beasley back with the team. Obviously we're looking for the players with the least touch in US National team history. Seriously though what position is he playing now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billikenfan05 Posted August 10, 2011 Share Posted August 10, 2011 Soccer players at SLU don't take it seriously anymore. Basketball is the new soccer at SLU. Stop talking about sh!t you know nothing about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slufanskip Posted August 10, 2011 Share Posted August 10, 2011 Not sure what you read but I'm seeing the opposite: "U.S. national team defender Clarence Goodson will miss Wednesday's exhibition against Mexico because of a hamstring injury he got Sunday playing for his Danish club.................Without Chandler and Goodson, Carlos Bocanegra likely will play in central defense alongside Tim Ream with Steve Cherundolo playing on the right side. The left back job appears wide open. " http://aol.sportingnews.com/soccer/story/2011-08-09/us-defender-clarence-goodson-to-miss-mexico-match Two lefties at CB should be interesting. maybe that's Beasley, didn't we both say a few years ago Beasley should have been given a try at left back Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyKen Posted August 10, 2011 Share Posted August 10, 2011 Since we are on a soccer note, although not Billiken related, I am in Italy and just saw Italy beat Spain 2-1. While he did not score, Giuseppe Rossi may be the "one who got away" from US soccer. As a fan of Italy and one who grew up playing with Giuseppe, I understand his decision, but the US lost out on that one nonetheless. Look for Giuseppe to return to the US and play for the Red Bull in 12 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slufanskip Posted August 11, 2011 Share Posted August 11, 2011 Does anyone know the details of the deal JK made with BB for his support of the hiring? Was it to play Michael in an attacking midfield position for just 1 game or is it more? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BACKHANDtheRICAN Posted August 11, 2011 Share Posted August 11, 2011 Hilarious that little league baseball overran their time slot and bled into some of the coverage of the soccer match between USA and Mexico last night on ESPN2. I guess watching a chubby 12 yr old swing an aluminum bat is more exciting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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