Aljarov Posted February 20, 2008 Share Posted February 20, 2008 Well, as a few of you will know, I've been slowly putting together the pieces of this site for about 4-5 months now. I'm hoping to launch on 1st March with a site that will be a combination of our MOACA list meets Yanks-Abroad (I know, I didn't exactly push the creative envelope on the name(!), but it makes sense). I think the interest is there in Canadian soccer and the national team players, as well as those coming up the ranks to make this a worthy venture. So, with a few people already on board to help me write and cover the various players and leagues I'm looking for a few good men or women to step up and contribute. I've split the players into the following territories... Teritory 1 (Germany) Territory 2 (England) Territory 3 (MLS, USL, NCAA) Territory 4 (Netherlands, Belgium) Teritory 5 (France, Greece, Italy, Spain, Portugal) Territory 6 (Denmark, Norway, Sweden) Territory 7 (Argentina, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Uruguay, Mexico, China, Vietnam) Territory 8 (Scotland, Ireland, N. Ireland, Wales) Territory 9 (Bosnia, Croatia, Serbia, Poland, Hungary, Romania, Slovenia, Czech Republic) I don't see a problem with having more than one person per territory, but we can talk about that if needed. I'd suggest that a knowledge of the league and players you would cover would be recommended, as would an ability to read the local press (language). It's not essential, but kind of makes sense. Some areas will be harder than others to get information naturally. I'd also welcome people to step outside of their territories to cross-over and do opinion/editorial pieces and the like. Many hands man light work, as they say, and the hope is we can get a good knowledgeable and qualified contributing base on board. So, if you're looking for some writing experience - and this will all be for fun, for now at least - and potentially a press-pass or the like then I'd like to hear from you. If you've written before I'd welcome a sample piece, just so I can get an idea of your style. Just shoot me an email via my profile. We're coordinating everything through Facebook for the time being, so if you don't have an account you'll need one. Just as an FYI. I'll be looking to forge a strong partnership with the Voyageurs - I think it only makes sense, and we're both pulling for the same side. Cheers Al Here's the preliminary logo. It's rough, but will suffice for now...yeah Jarrek - I'm looking at you!! (I know, You're a busy man). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ed Posted February 20, 2008 Share Posted February 20, 2008 You are free to poach from my Canucks in Germany posts if you like, just give acknowledgement please. However, I have no desire to add another site where I post any info I gather on Canucks in Germany. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
torontofc Posted February 20, 2008 Share Posted February 20, 2008 Sent you a PM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aljarov Posted March 10, 2008 Author Share Posted March 10, 2008 THE SITE IS NOW UP!! It's still bare bones for now...but we're here and ready for business...so to speak. We've kicked it off with an interview with JDG...but there will be so much more to come over the next week or two. Match previews, reviews, interviews, editorial pieces, polls, video, and even a Julian de Guzman blog! Check it out now... www.canucks-abroad.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gian-Luca Posted March 10, 2008 Share Posted March 10, 2008 Great stuff! Interesting interview with Julian, and a surprising (but encouraging) choice of his for best up & coming young Canadian player! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanadianSwede Posted March 10, 2008 Share Posted March 10, 2008 The site looks great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martyr Posted March 10, 2008 Share Posted March 10, 2008 Excellent first interview. I didn't know JDG followed TFC like that. Nice to see becoming a professional has not dampened his ability to be a true fan. I wonder if he goes to the games when he's home in the off-season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
themodelcitizen Posted March 10, 2008 Share Posted March 10, 2008 His bro Jonathan has been to a few TFC games and I imagine Julian and the family all went together. Would love to see Julian in TFC colours in about a decade Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aljarov Posted March 11, 2008 Author Share Posted March 11, 2008 Thanks guys...there will be a slew of content going up over the next few days as we get the site up and running. Your support, and frequent visits - as well as spreading the word - would be very much appreciated!! If you have any ideas for stories, players to be interviewed or the like, please email them to me at al@canucks-abroad.com We've got several writers covering different regions so we're looking to have a really comprehensive caseload on each player. Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aljarov Posted March 14, 2008 Author Share Posted March 14, 2008 I wanted to bump this to tell you of recent additions to the site - we're putting stuff up daily so please keep coming by (I found a link on the RPB site earleir that was my interview on JDG's personal website....but you can also see the original at www.canucks-abroad.com ) Recent Articles: U23 Coach Dasovic interview. U23 camp preview. U23 vs Mexico round up. MArcus Haber interview. JDG interview. And introductions to two of the territories my writers will be covering...Germany and BeNeLux. There's also a poll up - how far with the U23's get, so please come by and come often!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red card Posted March 15, 2008 Share Posted March 15, 2008 content is good and it's regular - website is clean looking - all good so far Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cocu1012sent04 Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Ault Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 I've added a front page link from canadakicks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AEDIFICAMUS Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 Thankyou AL for the kind words, here and on your new website. Just a great website, very informative and well put together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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