Alliance FC held a press conference today to unveil the clubs kit. Just like the stellar crest and evenly impressive website, this club's image continues to be well thought out. "The league office continues to be completely impressed by this owner. The first impression is outstanding. Everything is 10 stars so far. Since the initial announcements, the attention to detail is outstanding. The clubs look, the clubs signings, the clubs website posts, and now the clubs kit and sponsor. All are outstanding. A very welcomed addition to the BSL" said the Commissioner at the press conference.
Union SC has confirmed that it has come to an agreement with Dwayne DeRosario as the clubs third Designated Player, a slot it acquired after a trade with Gold Coast FC. This concludes the pre-draft selection process for the BSL Champions. DeRosario will be joined with past teammates Chris Wondolowski and Conor Casey. "There are a lot of players on the radar (both on the current roster and on other rosters) that will be sought after as draft selections for Union SC. With any luck these players will be available when the time comes." said the Blues owner. "Union S.C. always has a target on its back. It goes with the territory when your owner is who he is. But, trying to repeat will make the club an even bigger target in 2011."
The final BSL expansion club is in. Please welcome the Pacific Northwest Rangers. The owner has introduced a crest featuring a familiar green to the Oregon area. Originally, the league had plans to expand from the 8 clubs i
t had in seasons 1 and 2, to a total of 10 clubs. The rational was with the additions of Sea, Phil, Port, Van, to the MLS (& Mont next year), this league could handle more of its own clubs. However, after consideration, the Commissioners office wanted to finally have a balanced schedule. With 11 clubs, everyone plays each other twice in the 20 game regular season. A BSL first to have it balanced!!! What this means is each club will have "2 bye weeks" in the schedule. A 22 week season instead of the usual 20 week regular season. Those of you who like friendlies (like in the past) can schedule them during your 2 bye weeks.
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Gateway United has built a reputation or two in the Bigtime Soccer League. The owner is very competitive. The owner is very passionate about this league and being a champion. Most of all the owner is very loyal to players that have done well for him. It was obvious in last years draft and it looks like that trend will continue. The selection of Danny Mwanga is proof positive that the Saints haven't forgetten how many points Mwanga got in the later stages of the 2010 season. It may have been too late to make the playoffs or the Majors Cup, but if Mwanga can play the same way in 2011, Gateway United may return to its 2009 form.
Union Southern California, the flagship of the BSL, is proud to announce a new kit for the 2011 season. "There were a few reasons behind the change. First, it has been 2 years with the original kit. Second, we're nicknamed the Blues, but were more white than blue. Third, the club has a new sponsor since winning the BSL Cup." said the Blues owner. The new sponsor is H20. The sponsor is the leader in the drink market. A healthy alternative to sodas and other sugar products. Union SC is proud to have such a great sponsor. The terms of the deal are undisclosed, but has been reported as being the largest in league history to date.
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Hillcrest United has released the clubs crest. The simple style may tell us a thing or two about the clubs owner. (or it may not) The letters "h.u." appear centered and both lowercase. Originally the club stated its name was to be called F.C. Hillcrest.
Second City SC has officially launched the clubs website today. You can find it at http://www.secondcitysc.blogspot.com and the owner has released the clubs kits as well. The primary is dark blue with white trim, while the secondary is red with white trim. The "Stars" as the commissioner has nicknamed the club, have chosen Kabletown to be the jersey sponsor.
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With the clubs 2nd Designated Player option, Union SC has chosen to protect Conor Casey in its championship roster. Casey scored 13 goals in 2010 and added 6 assists as well. A major factor in the decision to retain Casey's contract was due to the fact that he gets so many penalty kick opportunties on gameday. "There were times when he wasn't playing at his best, but he would show up on the boxscore with a goal anyway. Those PK's are a life saver sometimes" said the Blues manager. Union SC still has one more DP selection coming thanks to an early trade with Gold Coast FC.
Hailing from Chicago, Ill., please welcome to the BSL the Second City Soccer Club. This latest entry to the league is introducing the club crest as well. Using the colors of the State flag this logo features the red stars familiar to the region. Other news will soon follow including the teams website.
The Bigtime Soccer League is pleased to welcome a third California based club to the fold. The newest entry from San Diego released its name as FC Hillcrest. Will this make the California Cup derby a three-way? It's a possibility. Union SC (Los Angeles) and Gold Coast (Sacramento) already possess what could be the fiercest rivalry in the league. Hillcrest will be announcing the clubs crest and website at a later date.
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The ownership group from Pennsylvania made several more announcements in preparation of the Stoners inaugural BSL season.
The Bigtime Soccer League is pleased to announce the addition of the first ever club to be operated by a partnership. Two owner/operaters are planning to share their expertise with the formation of the Pennsylvania Stoners FC. The new clubs crest was released with the colors of blue and yellow. The Stoners ownership group will release the team website at a future date.