MegasAlexandros1555362277 Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 This time last year, we already knew the name of the Seattle franchise, had seen a logo and a jersey and everything seemed to be in full swing with their inaugural MLS season just a year away. So I ask the question, what's going on in Philly? There seems to be no news coming out of there, nothing of note on their website. For a team a year away from starting play, they are ominously quiet. Would this not be the time to start branding themselves??? Your thoughts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VPjr Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 i was of the same opinion last week when the Vancouver and Portland franchises were being announced. I did a google search to find updates on the new stadium and it appears that, as of 2-3 weeks ago, construction on the facility is now underway. Apparently, they will be announcing the team's name and logo next month. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ottawaguy2009 Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 quote:Originally posted by MegasAlexandros This time last year, we already knew the name of the Seattle franchise, had seen a logo and a jersey and everything seemed to be in full swing with their inaugural MLS season just a year away. So I ask the question, what's going on in Philly? There seems to be no news coming out of there, nothing of note on their website. For a team a year away from starting play, they are ominously quiet. Would this not be the time to start branding themselves??? Your thoughts. I'm sceptical as to whether they'll be ready or not in 2010. They have exactly one year. They'd better get a move on. Of course, if worst comes to worst and their stadium isn't ready until a few months into the 2010 season, I'm sure they can find another suitable venue. Or not. Not sure as to the stadia situation in Philly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MegasAlexandros1555362277 Posted April 30, 2009 Author Share Posted April 30, 2009 Team name, colors and logo to be unveiled this Monday during a ceremony starting at 11:30am. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squizz1402635577 Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 quote:Originally posted by MegasAlexandros Team name, colors and logo to be unveiled this Monday during a ceremony starting at 11:30am. I'm interested to see which direction they go in with the name... traditional European, a la Toronto FC, DC United, etc., or traditional ridiculously stupid North American, a la Tampa Bay Mutiny, Dallas Burn, Columbus Crew, LA Galaxy, Kansas City Wizards... I can keep going. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MegasAlexandros1555362277 Posted May 1, 2009 Author Share Posted May 1, 2009 ^^^ I did a bit of reading over on BigSoccer, not that it's necessarily a credible source, but there seemed to be some kind of consensus that it would be Philadelphia Union FC with yellow and blue as the team colors. If that is actually the case, well, we'l find out on Monday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringBackTheBlizzard Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 They usually steer clear of NASL names but I always thought Philadelphia Fury was one of the better ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hectorj Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 Let's hope it isn't one of those faux European names ( FC, United, Real) That always reeks of "wanna be cool kid" desperation. I agree that North American names can be atrocious (Minnesota Wild, Tampa Bay Mutiny, Toronto Blizzard...) but not all are bad. Better to be yourself than pretentious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonovision Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 Lame North American >> Faux European. If the name has any kind of tradition or origins (Philadelphia Union seems like a good example), it's better than some kind of euro-transplant that is entirely out of place. No team in MLS is an "FC" in any really sense; "Real" Salt Lake aren't royal; D.C. United didn't unite anything. Chicago Fire is a good, solid, nickname. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calgary Boomer Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 Union Philadelphia. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SthMelbRed Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 ^FCUP, anyone? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tuscan Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 I always thought the United in a clubs name had something to do with a breakaway/new club established in a city where a club had already been established? Either that or just a simple name choice implying a close, tight relationship between the club and it's fans (in the sense of "we are united in support" type thing). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metro Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 ^^ I believe its when two clubs located in the same area unite to form one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squizz1402635577 Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 quote:Originally posted by jonovision Lame North American >> Faux European. If the name has any kind of tradition or origins (Philadelphia Union seems like a good example), it's better than some kind of euro-transplant that is entirely out of place. No team in MLS is an "FC" in any really sense; "Real" Salt Lake aren't royal; D.C. United didn't unite anything. Chicago Fire is a good, solid, nickname. FWIW, I think a lot of the nicknames in all North American leagues over the last 15 years have been pretty stupid, not just MLS. You're right, "Real Salt Lake" is an absolute abomination, I'm pretty sure there's a consensus on that. However, I'd rather see the Philly team be called something like "Union FC" (even if it isn't totally authentic) as opposed to some cloying, soccer-mom-pandering treacle like the Philadelphia Strong or the Philadelphia Sparkle Cats or WTFever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squizz1402635577 Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 quote:Originally posted by hectorj Let's hope it isn't one of those faux European names ( FC, United, Real) That always reeks of "wanna be cool kid" desperation. I agree that North American names can be atrocious (Minnesota Wild, Tampa Bay Mutiny, Toronto Blizzard...) but not all are bad. Better to be yourself than pretentious. Let's just be glad that we ended up with Toronto FC and not one of the other finalists, Inter Toronto. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny Boy Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 quote:Originally posted by squizz Let's just be glad that we ended up with Toronto FC and not one of the other finalists, Inter Toronto. I still think Blizzard is good enough for MLS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tintin Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 My vote is for Sparkle Cats. I don't give a toss if teams I don't like have stupid names. I wish Kansas City and Dallas had stuck with Wiz and Burn. All the better for laughing at them. I just don't want a team I support to be called THE Vancouver ...um...well, I can't top Sparkle Cats. What I like about Toronto FC and DC United is you can't put THE in front of the name, but obviously Réal Salt Lake is just ridiculous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 I agree, for a country that prides itself in its republican foundation to chose the name Réal Salt Lake for a soccer team is a joke. Why not just call it Royal Salt Lake, heaven forbid! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 I agree, for a country that prides itself in its republican foundation to chose the name Réal Salt Lake for a soccer team is a joke. Why not just call it Royal Salt Lake, heaven forbid! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MTL_4_LIFE Posted May 1, 2009 Share Posted May 1, 2009 quote:Originally posted by MegasAlexandros Team name, colors and logo to be unveiled this Monday during a ceremony starting at 11:30am. The team name, colors, logo, and ticket prices will be announced at City Hall on May 11th. http://www.mlsphilly2010.com/index.php/MLS/article/major_milestone_set_for_mls_philadelphia/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calgary Boomer Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 quote:Originally posted by Richard I agree, for a country that prides itself in its republican foundation to chose the name Réal Salt Lake for a soccer team is a joke. Why not just call it Royal Salt Lake, heaven forbid! Or what about Salt Lake City FC? Simple. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 Utah United ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonovision Posted May 2, 2009 Share Posted May 2, 2009 quote:Originally posted by Calgary Boomer Or what about Salt Lake City FC? Simple. I don't see the need for the 'FC' bit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prizby Posted May 3, 2009 Share Posted May 3, 2009 quote:Originally posted by SthMelbRed ^FCUP, anyone? I laughed pretty hard there ahha Philly will launch in 2010, because they are launching their WPS team in 2010 together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loud Mouth Soup Posted May 7, 2009 Share Posted May 7, 2009 A guy from the States posted this elsewhere this morning Announcement officially on Monday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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