But Craig didn’t remain unemployed for very long. Despite having no real experience in the indoor game, he went down to Western New York for a trial with the Rochester Lancers of the USL-owned Major Indoor Soccer League, and earned himself a one-year deal.

As more and more media outlets report that Honduran midfielder Arnold Peralta is on the move to Toronto FC, a main question remains. How much is the fee?

The Ottawa Sports and Entertainment Group has confirmed that it received 4,107 entries into its name-the-teams contest.

The Puerto Rico Islanders will not play in the NASL’s spring session — but have pledged to rejoin the league in the fall.

The Canadian Major Indoor Soccer League will not have a 2012-13 season. But league president Mel Kowalchuk is hopeful the circuit will return for 2013-14.

But, due to undisclosed personal and family issues, Barbara was forced to change his mind. And FC Edmonton said it has allowed him to be released from any obligation to the club.

Sometimes, ideas that begin with the best intentions have unintended negative consequences. As the United States Soccer Federation announced the formation of the NWSL, the new tier-one pro league for that country, the Canadian Soccer Association chimed in with the news that it would fund the salaries of 16 players.

If there is anything that shows the flaws in the relationship between NASL and MLS, it’s the lottery for former United States U-20 striker Gale “The Boss” Agbossomounde.

Canadian national-team forward Tosaint Ricketts is fielding offers from various European clubs, but he also respects what Norwegian side, Valerenga, has done for his career. Meanwhile, fellow Edmontonian Matt Lam has recovered from shoulder surgery and has also fielded some offers, but expects to try his luck on a return to Europe.

Ricketts is the final player named to a special squad of Edmonton-area players being put together by FCE star Shaun Saiko.