All four Canadian pro teams represented on U18 roster 12 Nov 2011 All four of Canada’s MLS and Division-2 professional sides are represented on the roster of the U-18 developmental squad.
Hart ponders “subtle” defensive shuffle for key World Cup qualifier 10 Nov 2011 In training sessions ahead of Friday’s match (which will be streamed at sportsnet.ca begnning at 7 p.m. ET), Hart has moved Mike Klukowski from the left side to a centre back slot, and moved Adam Straith out from the centre to the right side.
TFC’s Stinson gets national-team call 3 Nov 2011 Matt Stinson has the chance to make his debut for the Canadian men’s national team. The Toronto FC youngster is one of just two changes national team coach Stephen Hart has made to his roster ahead of World Cup qualifiers Nov. 11 and 15 against St. Kitts and Nevis.
Jackson, Hoilett share spoils in Region of Peel derby 29 Oct 2011 So, Mississauga, Ont.’s Simeon Jackson — who came on as 76th-minute sub for the Canaries, and Brampton, Ont’s Junior Hoilett, who scored just before halftime to give Blackburn a 1-0 lead, had to settle for the draw.
LeBlanc’s penalty saves give Canada Pan Am gold 28 Oct 2011 Christine Sinclair got the tying goal with three minutes left in regulation — and goalkeeper Karina LeBlanc made two key saves in the penalty shootout.
Gayle’s last-gasp goal puts Canada in Pan Am final 26 Oct 2011 The Canadian national women’s team got a late goal from Robin Gayle that ensured it a date in the Pan Am Games’ gold-medal game against Brazil.
TFC’s Dunfield unsure of his status for next season (with VIDEO) 26 Oct 2011 Although Toronto FC finished out of the MLS playoffs, midfielder Terry Dunfield’s season isn’t over just yet. The B.C. native is looking forward to Canada’s last two World Cup qualifiers against St. Kitts and Nevis in November. But, as his club wrapped up its end-of-season press conference, he took time to reflect on his up and down year so far.
After draw with Brazil, Canadian women to meet Colombia in Pan Am semis 23 Oct 2011 The Canadians and Brazilians finished tied atop their qualifying group after the teams played to a 0-0 stalemate Saturday. But Brazil won a coin toss and got the top spot in the group. So, the Canadians will face the Colombians, who won their group.
FC Edmonton, City officials meet to discuss stadium 21 Oct 2011 FC Edmonton has confirmed that owner Tom Fath and its brass met with city officials Wednesday to discuss a new venue for the NASL club to call home. “We were in contact with the City about 24 hours ago,” said FCE general manager Tom Leip on Thursday.
FC Edmonton’s U10 academy just a small first step 21 Oct 2011 FC Edmonton has taken its first step in developing the academy, and more strides are expected in the spring.