yellowsweatygorilla Posted February 17, 2019 Share Posted February 17, 2019 2 hours ago, KW519 said: Diana Matheson to York!? guess they don't have their training kits yet ? looks like a pub team with all the different shirts lol Any faces we don't recognize in the group? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocket Robin Posted February 18, 2019 Share Posted February 18, 2019 On 2/14/2019 at 3:24 PM, Serie_AHH said: Any idea who the 3 municipalities are that they are in "advanced discussions" with regards to the stadium? Richmond Hill was mentioned. I would assume the others are Vaughan and Markham? That bothers me as I was sure last summer I marked on a map that Vaughan Azzurri were building 'North Maple Park Soccer Fields' on the southeast corner of Jane Street and Kirby Rd. (That project is much further along as I tweeted them if their L1O opener would be held there in a few months and the response was 'not sure yet'...giving me the idea that sometime this season they would be there). Fields were being ready last year but washroom/dressing rooms were delayed because of something Tennis Canada (?!) had wanted. I'd also drawn in that York 9 were building on the south west corner of Keele Street and Kirby Road. (maybe it was just a preferred site last summer). What caught me by surprise is they'd be adjoining properties. Of course the Ontario Soccer Centre connects to the boundaries of Woodbridge Soccer Club so not unheard of. Ooh and isn't 'Kirby' the name of a controversial GO train station proposed last year? Yep the railway tracks are just a block west of Keele Street on their way north to King City and Aurora stations. Could therefore be a one line ride from Union Station in downtown Toronto! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keegan Posted February 19, 2019 Share Posted February 19, 2019 http://www.taipeitimes.com/News/sport/archives/2019/02/13/200370965 Emilio Estevez called up to Chinese Taipei for a friendly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yellowsweatygorilla Posted February 19, 2019 Share Posted February 19, 2019 11 minutes ago, Keegan said: http://www.taipeitimes.com/News/sport/archives/2019/02/13/200370965 Emilio Estevez called up to Chinese Taipei for a friendly. What?? Never realized he was Taiwanese. The gotgame trials have been pretty fruitful for Asian footballers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ams1984 Posted February 19, 2019 Share Posted February 19, 2019 11 minutes ago, Keegan said: http://www.taipeitimes.com/News/sport/archives/2019/02/13/200370965 Emilio Estevez called up to Chinese Taipei for a friendly. With a name like Emilio Estévez? And is that an actual FIFA sanctioned national team? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yellowsweatygorilla Posted February 19, 2019 Share Posted February 19, 2019 15 minutes ago, Ams1984 said: With a name like Emilio Estévez? And is that an actual FIFA sanctioned national team? it's an officially sanctioned team, they've played in World Cup/Asian Cuo Qualifiers - albeit under the name: Chinese Taipei (same as Olympics). Similar to how China allows Hong Kong and Macao to field our own national teams. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ams1984 Posted February 19, 2019 Share Posted February 19, 2019 4 minutes ago, yellowsweatygorilla said: it's an officially sanctioned team, they've played in World Cup/Asian Cuo Qualifiers - albeit under the name: Chinese Taipei (same as Olympics). Similar to how China allows Hong Kong and Macao to field our own national teams. Cool, I learned something today, thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocket Robin Posted February 19, 2019 Share Posted February 19, 2019 I'll should be able to post something tomorrow about tonight's pub night in Unionville. Almost 35 minutes of sound files with head coach Brennan, assistant coach Isacco, president Ganzhorn, and players Morey Doner, Steven Furlano, and Manny Aparicio. All unrushed and Kurt Larson free! Then I have a 5 minute interview with Furlano. News is tomorrow they will announce who the AS Blainville player is. Also Brennan said there are three imports signed now. From Sweden and Japan we already know but a Colombian he didn't name. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nolando Posted February 19, 2019 Share Posted February 19, 2019 2 hours ago, Ams1984 said: With a name like Emilio Estévez? And is that an actual FIFA sanctioned national team? Canada-based Tsai, 20, whose parents are from Taiwan, is eligible for the Taiwan national team and he was called up and trained with the squad last year. York 9 have listed him in their squad as a Canadian. In the past year, Tsai had a trial for La Liga side Levante UD while playing for North Mississauga SC, a team based in Toronto who play in League 1 Ontario. He was previously with the Sheridan Bruins, the soccer team of Sheridan College in Ontario. York 9 confirmed signing midfielder Tsai in a statement on Friday last week, along with defenders Morey Doner and Saint Kitts and Nevis international Justin Springer. “He [Tsai] was a little hidden gem. Just watching him train now, we’re just excited at the potential he has … he plays with flair and always has a smile on his face. He’s one we’re all excited to work with and push him to the next level,” York 9 head coach Jimmy Brennan said. Tsai was a standout performer in the Toronto #GotGame Open Trials and scouts called him a “crafty midfielder” who impressed with his technique on the ball, a club statement said. Tsai could make his debut in the first-ever Canadian Premier League match when York 9 travel to take on Forge at Tim Hortons Field in Hamilton, Ontario, on April 27. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ams1984 Posted February 19, 2019 Share Posted February 19, 2019 7 hours ago, nolando said: Canada-based Tsai, 20, whose parents are from Taiwan, is eligible for the Taiwan national team and he was called up and trained with the squad last year. York 9 have listed him in their squad as a Canadian. In the past year, Tsai had a trial for La Liga side Levante UD while playing for North Mississauga SC, a team based in Toronto who play in League 1 Ontario. He was previously with the Sheridan Bruins, the soccer team of Sheridan College in Ontario. York 9 confirmed signing midfielder Tsai in a statement on Friday last week, along with defenders Morey Doner and Saint Kitts and Nevis international Justin Springer. “He [Tsai] was a little hidden gem. Just watching him train now, we’re just excited at the potential he has … he plays with flair and always has a smile on his face. He’s one we’re all excited to work with and push him to the next level,” York 9 head coach Jimmy Brennan said. Tsai was a standout performer in the Toronto #GotGame Open Trials and scouts called him a “crafty midfielder” who impressed with his technique on the ball, a club statement said. Tsai could make his debut in the first-ever Canadian Premier League match when York 9 travel to take on Forge at Tim Hortons Field in Hamilton, Ontario, on April 27. So, his name is also Tsai? I wonder how the name Emilio Estévez got into the equation. Back when I was in university, there was a young Chinese student who would sit and have coffee with me every day, to practice his English. He told me his birth name (which I couldn’t comprehend despite my best efforts) and then he said that he had chosen the name Porter. Do you think this is that sort of situation? Although Tsai seems like an easy enough name. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zem Posted February 19, 2019 Share Posted February 19, 2019 9 minutes ago, Ams1984 said: So, his name is also Tsai? I wonder how the name Emilio Estévez got into the equation. Back when I was in university, there was a young Chinese student who would sit and have coffee with me every day, to practice his English. He told me his birth name (which I couldn’t comprehend despite my best efforts) and then he said that he had chosen the name Porter. Do you think this is that sort of situation? Although Tsai seems like an easy enough name. His full name is Emilio Estevez Tsai, so I'm guessing his mother is Chinese and his father is Hispanic and he uses Hispanic naming conventions, i.e. given name, paternal surname, then maternal surname. And also in line with Spanish naming conventions, he normally just goes by his given name and paternal surname, but clearly the article wanted to emphasize his Chinese roots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
youllneverwalkalone Posted February 19, 2019 Share Posted February 19, 2019 I'm guessing his dad changed his name to pursue an acting career. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keegan Posted February 19, 2019 Share Posted February 19, 2019 This was the best quote that just missed the cut from @nolando “Meanwhile, local fans are buzzing after the news that York 9 of the Canadian Premier League have signed Tsai.” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocket Robin Posted February 19, 2019 Share Posted February 19, 2019 35 minutes of Sound files and pictures from the York 9 pub night in Unionville on Feb 18th. This one has comments from coaches Brennan and Isacco, players Doner, Aparicio, and Furlano, and president Ganzhorn. Then I have a 5 minute interview with Furlano. http://www.rocketrobinsoccerintoronto.com/reports19/19york062.htm Spotted last night were two L1O/CPL combine trialists (held January 24th). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stouffvillain Posted February 19, 2019 Share Posted February 19, 2019 Thanks Robin. Disappointing to hear that the first home game won't be until the V-Cup game. At the same time hopefully you win that game against the semi-pro team and have your first game in front of your home fans as a win. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tigers Posted February 19, 2019 Share Posted February 19, 2019 It would appear to be at Blainville on May 15th, and at York for the second leg on May 22nd. Based on the Toronto Arrows playing at York on May 12th. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dyslexic nam Posted February 19, 2019 Share Posted February 19, 2019 5 hours ago, youllneverwalkalone said: I'm guessing his dad changed his name to pursue an acting career. It clearly worked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocket Robin Posted February 20, 2019 Share Posted February 20, 2019 4 hours ago, Serie_AHH said: Thanks Robin. Disappointing to hear that the first home game won't be until the V-Cup game. At the same time hopefully you win that game against the semi-pro team and have your first game in front of your home fans as a win. I have an idea that the delay was a precaution for the stadium renovation. I remember TFC started on the road in 2007 because of construction then again when they expanded from 18K to 30K. DC United did it last year etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ansem Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 A great way to ensure victory over AS Blainville, sign their best players Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_M Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 A hot temper player who usually gets a lot of cards 2018 was his 1st year in plsq Had a quick rise in amateur leagues Only turned into a defender recently..played in more advanced positions before that with a good scoring record Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shamrock Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 34 minutes ago, Ansem said: A great way to ensure victory over AS Blainville, sign their best players Looks like a very promising signing. He's played at a good level, has got the right age and is a left footed player to boot. They won't be paying the biggest salary for him as well. Hope he can pull it off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandbloke Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 1 hour ago, shamrock said: Looks like a very promising signing. He's played at a good level, has got the right age and is a left footed player to boot. They won't be paying the biggest salary for him as well. Hope he can pull it off. Abzi is a great CPL signing. Not as well known as some players who have come up through MLS academies, but has been dominant in the PLSQ. CPL is the perfect place for him to continue his development. Who knows, maybe a future CMNT call-up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocket Robin Posted February 22, 2019 Share Posted February 22, 2019 First home games Wed May 22 and Sat May 25th...great! TFC plays home game against San Jose on Sunday night so no boo-hoo reporters complaining they can't get to the game. Probably good travelling fan support from Hamilton area to fill in the stadium which will make it look good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Stouffvillain Posted February 27, 2019 Share Posted February 27, 2019 Almost identical to the lineup I had posted on the Y9 reddit almost 2 weeks ago (before the Abzi signing). I do like Cox up top, where I had Ricci (I would change my original to that having watched some clips of what Cox brings). I swapped Murofushi and Aparicio as well but I think I will stick with mine there. (my lineup before) --------------------------------Adjei----------------------------- Ricci------------------------Aparicio-----------------Porter ----------------Murofushi----------Di Chiara-------------- Furlano?------Thompson----Gasparotto-----Doner --------------------------------Silva---------------------------- The way the roster has been built there is a lot of flexibility to the formations and tactical changes that can be made from match to match or in-game. I could see a 3-5-2 being a go too formation as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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