Scorpion26 Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 9 minutes ago, Futballer said: Canadian Premier Soccer League will increase Competition in North America http://canadasoccer.com/canada-soccer-enters-new-era-with-approval-of-canadian-premier-league-p160774 That's good news and I am hoping they go for all 10 teams from the jump. If they can add 2 to 4 teams later on well would be awesome as well. Can't wait to see more news the CPL when it comes to start of league, teams, and more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Futballer Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 1 minute ago, Scorpion26 said: That's good news and I am hoping they go for all 10 teams from the jump. If they can add 2 to 4 teams later on well would be awesome as well. Can't wait to see more news the CPL when it comes to start of league, teams, and more. Hey its gonna be an exciting year ahead Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MtlMario Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 I really excited about this and some shouldn't underestimate the resourcefulness of the smaller communities in this country. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scorpion26 Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 2 minutes ago, Futballer said: Hey its gonna be an exciting year ahead I live in NY, but I am excited to see Canada step up some more. Going to be great to see Canada evolve as a soccer nation the next decade. We got players for sure, but the team needs to be better built and more consistent overall. Will all have to be patient and see the slow growth occur. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Futballer Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 Just now, MtlMario said: I really excited about this and some shouldn't underestimate the resourcefulness of the smaller communities in this country. Canada in a whole is a major hub for sports Franchise Business Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MtlMario Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 And I'll be at the opening game of the closest city to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Futballer Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 4 minutes ago, MtlMario said: And I'll be at the opening game of the closest city to me. Quebec City of course, bringing to the forefront one of our rich Canadian french soccer grassroots developments of players. New Brunswick is also in the running for a Franchise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanSuffer Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 I'll be going to the opening game of the nearest franchise too. Since I live in Toronto, most likely that'll be Hamilton. Way to go Hamilton !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Complete Homer Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 44 minutes ago, fengshui said: I was looking for more evidence that True North was involved as well, but so far, it only seems to be that one tweet posted a few pages back about someone "hearing" that True North are involved. Early days, I guess, and we just have to wait for the details to emerge. It seems primarily based on Rollins, who I think deserves the benefit of the doubt at this point. Not gospel, but outside missed announcement dates he's been pretty bang on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Futballer Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 6 minutes ago, Complete Homer said: It seems primarily based on Rollins, who I think deserves the benefit of the doubt at this point. Not gospel, but outside missed announcement dates he's been pretty bang on what difference does it makes if its true north or not as the franchise ownership group Winnipeg has a CPL sanctioned Franchise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Complete Homer Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 2 minutes ago, Futballer said: what difference does it makes if its true north or not as the franchise ownership group Winnipeg has a CPL sanctioned Franchise. Billions of dollars of backing vs a community owned team with revenue of ~30 million. Not saying the Bombers can't do it on their own, but any TNSE involvement would really improve their chances Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fengshui Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 Just now, Complete Homer said: Billions of dollars of backing vs a community owned team with revenue of ~30 million. Not saying the Bombers can't do it on their own, but any TNSE involvement would really improve their chances That's why I was interested as well. It would immediately put Winnipeg on a very solid foundation. We know from experience that not all owners in Canadian pro sports franchises have had the financial capability to be successful. TNSE is currently constructing a $400 million multi-tower development called True North Square next to their arena in downtown Winnipeg to leverage their success with the Jets. We know they get things done in this town, so their involvement in the team would give locals ample evidence that this is going to be a serious league (and hopefully drive some ticket sales). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MtlMario Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 Anybody noticed the TSN announcement (or non) of the CPL? Last paragraph of new president election of CSA. I guess they won't be the tv provider for the new league. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Complete Homer Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 http://www.pressreader.com/canada/calgary-sun/20170507/282153586191180 Some thoughts from Foothills Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yellowsweatygorilla Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 I know Halifax are in there. Recognize anyone else? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deschamp86 Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 Anyone know in what capacity Rob Friend is involved? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rheo Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 Story out of Halifax in the announcement in regards to the team there https://www.localxpress.ca/local-sports/chris-cochrane-legitimacy-of-halifax-pro-soccer-plan-gets-a-boost-608280 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex D Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 10 minutes ago, deschamp86 said: Anyone know in what capacity Rob Friend is involved? I know he's big, he's red and his feet stick out the bed. As to his involvement with the CanPL? No clue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Macksam Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 1 hour ago, MtlMario said: Anybody noticed the TSN announcement (or non) of the CPL? Last paragraph of new president election of CSA. I guess they won't be the tv provider for the new league. I was expecting both Sportsnet and TSN to bury the announcement. However, Sportsnet managed to give the league its own piece to my surprise. I'm guessing TSN's heavy alignment with MLS probably has something to do with its snub of the CPL. BTW Mario, this is just the beginning of the budding smear campaign against this league. Despite the MLS teams being openly "supportive" of the league, they'll take every opportunity they can to cut it down. We'll know this league has made it when MLS starts courting a successful Calgary or Ottawa CPL club that's in talks of building a 20,000 seat SSS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
youllneverwalkalone Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 I see Rob Friend quite frequently in DT Vancouver. He looks like he's in the business community in some capacity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grasshopper1917 Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 Another suggestion that Edmonton and Ottawa will be part of the original 6. http://m.thespec.com/sports-story/7291528-cpl-unanimously-approved-to-join-soccer-canada-starting-with-hamilton-and-winnipeg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matty Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 3 hours ago, MtlMario said: Anybody noticed the TSN announcement (or non) of the CPL? Last paragraph of new president election of CSA. I guess they won't be the tv provider for the new league. Thinking bein is gonna get it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringBackTheBlizzard Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 33 minutes ago, grasshopper1917 said: Another suggestion that Edmonton and Ottawa will be part of the original 6. http://m.thespec.com/sports-story/7291528-cpl-unanimously-approved-to-join-soccer-canada-starting-with-hamilton-and-winnipeg Hamilton and Winnipeg were the only teams formally confirmed when Soccer Canada members voted to approve the CPL's membership in the sport's national body Saturday. But Halifax, Calgary, Ottawa and Edmonton are also expected to be among the first members of the league. Think that's probably just a case of stating the obvious of which cities are needed plus Halifax if the three primary markets aren't involved. Beyond that I didn't realize "Winnipeg Football Club" refers to the owners of the Blue Bombers: The Winnipeg team will be owned by the Winnipeg Football Club, which also owns the Winnipeg Blue Bombers of the CFL. Had assumed that was what they were planning to call their soccer team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Complete Homer Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 5 minutes ago, BringBackTheBlizzard said: Hamilton and Winnipeg were the only teams formally confirmed when Soccer Canada members voted to approve the CPL's membership in the sport's national body Saturday. But Halifax, Calgary, Ottawa and Edmonton are also expected to be among the first members of the league. Think that's probably just a case of stating the obvious of which cities are needed plus Halifax if the three primary markets aren't involved. Beyond that I didn't realise "Winnipeg Football Club" refers to the owners of the Blue Bombers: The Winnipeg team will be owned by the Winnipeg Football Club, which also owns the Winnipeg Blue Bombers of the CFL. Had assumed that was what they were planning to call their soccer team. Yup, Winnipeg Football Club is the legal entity, Blue Bombers is the team. Time for "Sporting Winnipeg" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bison44 Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 Oh Please, not another copy cat of a European name. Generic "insert city name here" football club is boring. Real, Inter, United, Sporting, Athletico should all be avoided. Halifax wanderers sounds great and has a history with the city. They should be able to come up with something for WPG. And if it really doesnt involve True north that is a big blow. Was hoping those deep pockets would be involved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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