Re: [nas] NASL II here we come.

The situation in Toronto is nutty though...

Team America Reborn In Toronto

Written by Bill Ault
Wednesday, 19 December 2007
Expect Toronto FC to add a star to their jersey in 2008 and perhaps a hit of blue striping as well. The star emblematic around the world of championships won will in this case not be reflections of achievement on the field but along with the hint of blue a nod to the Americanization of Canada’s only Major League Soccer side. http://www.canadakicks.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=895&Itemid=9

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From: Robert Abramowitz

To: NorthAmerican SoccerList

Sent: Wednesday, December 19, 2007 11:31 AM

Subject: Re: [nas] NASL II here we come.

It's not eight starters in the line-up (like the NASL which had to have at least three Americans/Canadians on the field at all times), it's on the squad.
I think it's necessary for the short run. There are not enough quality Americans to fill all these spots.

Quality of play is important as the league grows and tries to attract fans, plus it faces international competition (Champions Cup, SuperLiga, Pan Pacific). If MLS teams get blown out, a lot of the soccer fans who don't follow the league yet will have a reason not to take it seriously.

Wins in those type of competitions are an important measuring stick. Plus, the young American players who do make up the majority of the squads will benefit immensely from having better teammates to ply with and learn from.

Cheers!

Roberto.

On Dec 19, 2007, at 11:14 AM, Russell Campbell wrote:

I can't say I like this at all. I understand the reasons but I'd rather see the league expand at a slower rate than do this.

http://sports.yahoo.com/mls/news?slug=ap-mls-foreignplayers&prov=ap&type=lgns

-russ
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