Metro Posted May 7, 2004 Share Posted May 7, 2004 According to Sportsnet's soccer schedule at sportsnet.ca, they will be televising the match May 30, at 9:30 am. For some reason, it doesn't state that Sportsnet Ontario will be showing it (the other 3 regions will), but I'm sure that'll change. (Hazel Mae isn't that important in Ontario, is she?[8D]) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canadiankick97 Posted May 8, 2004 Share Posted May 8, 2004 quote:Originally posted by Metro According to Sportsnet's soccer schedule at sportsnet.ca, they will be televising the match May 30, at 9:30 am. For some reason, it doesn't state that Sportsnet Ontario will be showing it (the other 3 regions will), but I'm sure that'll change. (Hazel Mae isn't that important in Ontario, is she?[8D]) When the U-20 game vs. Spain was on it wasn't in the Ontario Region schedule, but it was still on. I'm not too worried. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheeta Posted May 8, 2004 Share Posted May 8, 2004 Wonderful!!! Outstanding! Can't say as I'm surprised either. Well done. Anyone think Sportsnet anticipating Canada making a run at qualifying for the WC? They're grooming an audience lads, their grooming an audience. And don't let anyone tell you 8:30 am on a Sunday is too early for a lager or four. Hair of the dog:)! (Do have to admit that there have been Sunday mornings where cannoning back a Moosehead after each Canada goal (even if it is just one) just wasn't going to happen[xx(]). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matthew Posted May 8, 2004 Share Posted May 8, 2004 Excellent, well done Sportsnet. Now the question is 7:30 a.m., do I stay up or get some sleep. They don't show Hazel Mae on the weekends do they? cheers, matthew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metro Posted May 8, 2004 Author Share Posted May 8, 2004 You're right, they don't. Without thinking, I automatically assumed May 30 was a Wednesday. So, no need to worry Hazel fans;). quote:Originally posted by matthew Excellent, well done Sportsnet. Now the question is 7:30 a.m., do I stay up or get some sleep. They don't show Hazel Mae on the weekends do they? cheers, matthew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bettermirror Posted May 8, 2004 Share Posted May 8, 2004 BEAUTY!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alberto7 Posted May 12, 2004 Share Posted May 12, 2004 It appears they are no longer carrying the game. The schedule on their website no longer lists the game at all. Anyone have any news on this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Dave Posted May 13, 2004 Share Posted May 13, 2004 You're right Alberto, no sign of coverage of Canada v. Wales. I wonder if the sportsnet programming geniuses decided that showing this in addition to the U19 women's CONCACAF tournament would be "too much" soccer? If they have decided that women's soccer is more important than men's soccer based solely on the typical sports fan's desire for a "winner", then I'm not really surprised. Typical shortsighted North American media. I've gone ahead and (politely) emailed my comments to sportsnet, not that I expect a response or anything. Any idea as to alternative coverage? Satellite, webcast from a Welsh site, anything? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gian-Luca Posted May 13, 2004 Share Posted May 13, 2004 Eh? This is weird. Usually they wouldn't put it on & then take it off, if they weren't going to show it they would never state they were to begin with. Dave, in your email did you ask them to clarify what was going on? I'll be interested in their response. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Dave Posted May 13, 2004 Share Posted May 13, 2004 I didn't specifically ask why they did this or what was going on, just stated my disappointment at this programming decision, and tried to explain why women's and men's soccer should not have to compete for limited coverage. Why don't you (and others) email them as well (politely if possible). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel Posted May 13, 2004 Share Posted May 13, 2004 quote:Originally posted by Dave You're right Alberto, no sign of coverage of Canada v. Wales. I wonder if the sportsnet programming geniuses decided that showing this in addition to the U19 women's CONCACAF tournament would be "too much" soccer? If they have decided that women's soccer is more important than men's soccer based solely on the typical sports fan's desire for a "winner", then I'm not really surprised. Typical shortsighted North American media. I've gone ahead and (politely) emailed my comments to sportsnet, not that I expect a response or anything. Any idea as to alternative coverage? Satellite, webcast from a Welsh site, anything? My name is Jumping and I am To Conclusions. [)] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metro Posted May 13, 2004 Author Share Posted May 13, 2004 I sent an email simply asking if they'll show the match. Hopefully they'll send a response. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gian-Luca Posted May 13, 2004 Share Posted May 13, 2004 I've emailed them to clarify what is going on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canadiankick97 Posted May 14, 2004 Share Posted May 14, 2004 I e-mail them all the time but they never respond. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue and White Army Posted May 14, 2004 Share Posted May 14, 2004 quote:Originally posted by canadiankick97 I e-mail them all the time but they never respond. Exactly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beachesl Posted May 14, 2004 Share Posted May 14, 2004 At least Sportsnet raises a few issues (such as through Dobson's comments that show he follows the issues on this site). The CSA on the other hand is a complete oblivious vacuum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtlfan Posted May 14, 2004 Share Posted May 14, 2004 Here is the new guy you can send thoughts to: The Canadian Soccer Association - l'Association canadienne de soccer FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CANADIAN SOCCER ASSOCIATION APPOINTS NEW MANAGING DIRECTOR OF SOCCER CANADA PROPERTIES Chris Collie brings 13-year marketing background, passion for soccer to position Ottawa, Ontario – The Canadian Soccer Association, in partnership with IMG Canada, announced today the appointment of Chris Collie as the Managing Director of Soccer Canada Properties, the marketing arm responsible for the Association’s television distribution, corporate partnerships and promotional exposure. Collie joins Soccer Canada Properties after a 13-year career in strategic marketing and promotions with Canadian Tire, and brings with him an extensive background in soccer gained with the University of Toronto varsity soccer team (1986-90), where he was a member of the school’s only national championship team and captain in his final year. Collie graduated from U of T with a degree in commerce and economics in 1990. In addition to his soccer experience at the university level, Collie played at both the National Soccer League youth and senior levels. “Soccer’s popularity in Canada continues to soar and we’re excited about the opportunities in front of us to promote the game, both to the fans and to corporate Canada” said Canadian Soccer Association Chief Operating Officer Kevan Pipe. “The addition of Chris, with his marketing talents and passion for soccer, certainly strengthens our team.” Soccer Canada enjoys a number of strong promotional partnerships, which recently included the addition of CIBC as the Association’s premier sponsor. The financial institution supports many aspects of the CSA and its national team and grass-roots programs, including the Tide Mini Soccer Festivals, which continues to be the largest and most effective national grassroots program in Canadian sport with over 200,000 participating players last year. “I couldn’t be more excited about the opportunity to contribute to the growth of the sport I love,” said Chris Collie, who was an active member of a volunteer committee that planned and developed a new community sports field complex for the Town of Ajax. “Many people wait a lifetime for a chance to apply their professional background to something they are passionate about personally. Soccer Canada, and its properties, are poised to take the sport to the next level in Canada and I look forward to being a part of it.” During Collie’s 13-year career with Canadian Tire, he was responsible for the development of consumer goods sales and marketing strategies for the retail chain’s 450 stores across the country. "Soccer's importance to the Canadian sports landscape continues to grow at an incredible rate, and the corporate community has turned to soccer as a valuable addition to their communications mix,” said Kevin Albrecht, Senior Vice President of IMG Canada. "Soccer Canada Properties is at the forefront of the soccer revolution in this country and will continue to provide marketers with leading edge sponsorship programs that directly impact soccer players and their parents. CSA Communications Department Phone: (613) 237-7678 ext. 242 Website: www.canadasoccer.com Dave Haggith Director, Communications IMG Canada Tel: (416) 960-5312 ext. 123 dhaggith@imgworld.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knibbyson Posted May 14, 2004 Share Posted May 14, 2004 I just got this response from sportsnet regarding the Welsh Match: Dear Allan, Unfortunately we did not get the rights to this match. Sorry. Sincerely, Jennifer Martin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gian-Luca Posted May 14, 2004 Share Posted May 14, 2004 I have some un-kind words then for the person that's running their website who got all of our hopes up. Should I read anything into "did not get the rights" instead "could not get the rights"? I guess we have to look for sattelite possibilities. It would be bloody well nice to actually see what the hell our team looks like before they start qualifying, and this is basically our last chance. Thankfully I live within 2 and a half hours of our first home game in 4 years to I can take matters into my own hands rather than having to rely on Sporstnet. Unbelievable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Free kick Posted May 14, 2004 Share Posted May 14, 2004 quote:Originally posted by Gian-Luca I have some un-kind words then for the person that's running their website who got all of our hopes up. Should I read anything into "did not get the rights" instead "could not get the rights"? I guess we have to look for sattelite possibilities. It would be bloody well nice to actually see what the hell our team looks like before they start qualifying, and this is basically our last chance. Thankfully I live within 2 and a half hours of our first home game in 4 years to I can take matters into my own hands rather than having to rely on Sporstnet. Unbelievable. With growing number of MNT games that are not televised these days, one has to wonder what it will be like when WCQ kicks off. If its too difficult or cost prohibitive to broadcast games that are shown by british feeds, then what will it be like when games are played in Honduras, Costa Rica or Guatemala? I cannot imagine it being any easier or a better draw considering that the national sides from the british Iles have quite a following in Canada. If RSN denies us the viewing pleasure of WCQ games, then they will have definitely sunk to the same quality ( if not lower) than what we had prior to the time they acquired the rights. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redhat Posted May 14, 2004 Share Posted May 14, 2004 quote:Originally posted by knibbyson I just got this response from sportsnet regarding the Welsh Match: Unfortunately we did not get the rights to this match. Sorry. So does this mean that another network may have or could have the rights? Fox Sportsworld Canada? Can we lobby them? BBC, ITV, or Sky would have the UK rights ... so if we pressure/lobby FSWC for more Canadian content, can this be a possibility? (They covered Canada's Gold Cup 02 first match and the Canada-US friendly.) Wonder what Gerry Dobson has to say ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redhat Posted May 14, 2004 Share Posted May 14, 2004 quote:Originally posted by knibbyson I just got this response from sportsnet regarding the Welsh Match: Unfortunately we did not get the rights to this match. Sorry. So does this mean that another network may have or could have the rights? Fox Sportsworld Canada? Can we lobby them? BBC, ITV, or Sky would have the UK rights ... so if we pressure/lobby FSWC for more Canadian content, can this be a possibility? (They covered Canada's Gold Cup 02 first match and the Canada-US friendly.) Wonder what Gerry Dobson has to say ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Beaver Posted May 14, 2004 Share Posted May 14, 2004 Now, I know that Sportsnet has some sort of first option exclusive on CSA-sponsored games, namely international matches, but what if somebody else is picking up the game? Wishful thinking? I would assume so, but maybe Fox Sports World or somebody else--who??--has grabbed the rights. This is a right piss-off!! Time for the CSA to renegotiate their deal with SportsNOT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Beaver Posted May 14, 2004 Share Posted May 14, 2004 Now, I know that Sportsnet has some sort of first option exclusive on CSA-sponsored games, namely international matches, but what if somebody else is picking up the game? Wishful thinking? I would assume so, but maybe Fox Sports World or somebody else--who??--has grabbed the rights. This is a right piss-off!! Time for the CSA to renegotiate their deal with SportsNOT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canadiankick97 Posted May 14, 2004 Share Posted May 14, 2004 Damn this sucks. This is a game I really would have liked to see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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