MLS San Jose Earthquakes

Earthquakes Weekly Update

Published on June 1, 2009 under Major League Soccer (MLS)
San Jose Earthquakes News Release


The San Jose Earthquakes will hit the road this week as they travel to Dallas for their match against FC Dallas on Sunday, June 7 at 12:00 p.m. PT at Pizza Hut Park. The game will be available on Telefutura on television and can also be heard live on 1220 KDOW.

Earthquakes vs. Dallas All-Time

MLS Regular Season: 19-13-6

Home: 11-5-3

Away: 8-8-3

Shootout (1996-99): 4-3

Overtime (2000-03): 0-0-0

Playoffs: 2-2-0; U.S. Open Cup: 0-0-0

All-Time Scoring: San Jose - 64, Dallas - 41

Earthquakes Schedule for the Week of 6/01/09

Tuesday, June 2 - 10:30 a.m. Training in Santa Clara

Wednesday, June 3 - 10:30 a.m. Training in Santa Clara

Thursday, June 4 - 10:30 a.m. Training in Santa Clara

Friday, June 5 - Travel to Dallas

Saturday, June 6 - Train in Dallas

Sunday, June 7 - 12:00 p.m. PT - Earthquakes vs. FC Dallas at Pizza Hut Park live on Telefutura, 1220 KDOW.

Injury Report/Suspensions/National Team Duty

Questionable - Darren Huckerby (R - quadriceps strain); Doubtful - Jamil Roberts (R - ankle sprain); Out - Ryan Cochrane (L - ankle surgery); Suspended - Ramiro Corrales (yellow card accumulation); National Team Duty - Simon Elliott (New Zealand); Cornell Glen (Trinidad and Tobago).

Last Game

Earthquakes 2, Real Salt Lake 1; May 30, 2009; Buck Shaw Stadium; Santa Clara, Calif.

San Jose Earthquakes midfielder Arturo Alvarez has scored some highlight reel goals in his MLS career. It's likely that none were any sweeter than his 63rd-minute blast, which proved to be the game-winner in the team's streak-busting 2-1 victory over Real Salt Lake at Buck Shaw Stadium. Cornell Glen opened the scoring in the 52nd minute, tallying on his home debut. But it was left to Alvarez to bring the house down 11 minutes later, with his blast from more than 25 yards cleanly beating Nick Rimando in the RSL goal. The goal proved critical as RSL's Robbie Findley tallied in the 80th minute to bring the visitors within one, but a fabulous save in stoppage time from Quakes' keeper Joe Cannon preserved the victory. It also kept Real winless on the road in 2009. The second half opened with some tepid play from both sides, but the match crackled to life in the 52nd minute. Zaher's cross from the left wing found Glen completely unmarked in the box, and he made no mistake, depositing his header past Rimando to give the home side the lead. Almost immediately, Kreis brought on Findley and Yura Movsisyan for Escalada and Espindola, but sensing a chance to put the game away, the Quakes ratcheted up the pressure, even as Yallop surprisingly brought off Glen for Quincy Amarikwa. Both Johnson and Bobby Convey came close to scoring, but it was finally left to Alvarez to extend the lead in the 63rd minute. The Quakes winger shook look loose on the right side, and in a move that is now his trademark, cut inside and unleashed a pile driver from 30 yards that settled into the upper left hand corner of the net. Kreis then brought on Clint Mathis for Grabavoy, and while a change in RSL's fortunes wasn't immediate, they began to make some headway, eventually pulling a goal back in the 80th minute. Javier Morales slipped a through ball to Findley from the left wing, and the RSL striker evade three San Jose defenders before slipping the ball past Cannon for his sixth goal of the season. Yallop brought on Aaron Pitchkolan for Jason Hernandez to shore up the Quakes defense, but San Jose had Cannon to thank for preserving the victory. Movsisyan's blast one minute into stoppage time looked set for the upper corner, but Cannon made a superb one-handed save preserve the lead, and help the Quakes hang on for a morale-boosting victory.

Last Match vs. Dallas

Earthquakes 1, Dallas 1; October 2, 2008; Pizza Hut Park: Frisco, Texas

A Kenny Cooper penalty kick in the 89th minute provided the tying goal, as FC Dallas came back to snatch a 1-1 draw with the San Jose Earthquakes at Pizza Hut Park. Seconds after coming on as a substitute, the Quakes' Ryan Johnson broke up a very tight contest between the two teams in the thick of the race for a playoff spot in the Western Conference, putting San Jose ahead in the 58th minute. But in the final minutes, San Jose midfielder Francisco Lima was ruled to have knocked down a cross with his hand by Eric Avila, and referee Abbey Okulaja whistled the deciding penalty kick. At least in the early stages, it was the host side that was on the offensive. But the game's first testing chance didn't come until the 26th minute when San Jose forward Arturo Alvarez, who spent five years with the Hoops before being traded out west earlier this year, fouled Pablo Ricchetti about 30 yards from goal. Andre Rocha took the resulting free kick and struck a nice, bending ball that curved toward the right post, where it was met by Earthquakes goalkeeper Joe Cannon, who perfectly executed a well-timed, diving save to keep the match scoreless. The Earthquakes nearly jumped ahead in the 34th minute. With Hoops goalkeeper Dario Sala rushing to stop his progress, Johnson stroked a left-footed shot just inside Sala's right leg to give the visitors a 1-0 edge. It was his fifth goal of the year. FC Dallas quickly tried to respond. Cunningham broke free for the Hoops in the 60th and with San Jose's James Riley in tow, got a shot off but it was right at Cannon and the MLS veteran made the save. Riley appeared to take the FCD striker down on the play but the infraction went uncalled. Then in the 65th minute, after a Rocha corner kick, Davino had a nice look at the goal and took a shot. Riley got in front of the Mexican international's effort in the goalmouth and San Jose remained ahead 1-0. With FC Dallas pressing in vain for the tying goal, Avila sent a cross from the right flank that caught one of Lima's hands, and despite heavy protestations from the Earthquakes, referee Okujala awarded the penalty. Cooper stepped up and converted. With Cannon going to his right, the FCD striker punched the ball into the left side of the net.

Misc. Notes

What: "Get Earthquakes Fit"

Who: Joe Cannon

Location: Laurelwood Elementary School in San Jose

Date: Wednesday, June 3

Time: 1:30 -2:30 p.m.

Details: Cannon will return to Laurelwood to sign autographs and talk about the "Get Earthquakes Fit" program.

What: "Get Earthquakes Fit"

Who: Shea Salinas

Location: Norwood Creek Elementary School in San Jose

Date: Wednesday, June 3

Time: 1:30 -2:30 p.m.

Details: Salinas will return to Laurelwood to sign autographs and talk about the "Get Earthquakes Fit" program.

What: School Visit

Who: Cam Weaver

Location: Dove Hill Elementary

Date: Wednesday, June 3

Time: 1:30 -2:30 p.m.

Details: Weaver will speak to the students about the importance of nutrition and living a healthy lifestyle.

Cornell Glen Scores in Home Debut

Earthquakes forward Cornell Glen scored his first goal as a member of the San Jose Earthquakes in his home debut in the 52nd minute against Real Salt Lake. Mike Zaher crossed him a ball from the left and Glen headed it to the near post.

Arturo Alvarez Up For Goal of the Week on MLSnet.com

Earthquakes midfielder Arturo Alvarez scored his first game winning goal of the season in the 63rd minute against Real Salt Lake and has been nominated for the MLSnet.com goal of the week. Alvarez received a pass from teammate Bobby Convey near the goal box and split a couple of Real Salt Lake defenders, then ripped a left footed shot past the diving Nick Rimando from about 25 yards out. This is Alvarez's second nomination for the MLSnet.com goal of the week, the previous nomination coming against the Houston Dynamo on March 28. Alvarez's goal also sent fans home happy with a Dave & Busters Power Card.

Mike Zaher First Career Assist in First Career Start

Earthquakes defender Mike Zaher earned his first start against Real Salt Lake and also picked up his first career assist. Zaher received a quick throw-in from midfielder Bobby Convey and crossed it to Cornell Glen who finished off the opportunity with a goal.

Bobby Convey makes his 100th Appearance in the MLS

Earthquakes midfielder Bobby Convey made his 100th appearance in the MLS against Real Salt Lake Saturday, May 30. He had an assist to add to his records as well and now has two on the season.

Cornell Glen and Simon Elliott Called in for International Duty

Earthquakes forward Cornell Glen and midfielder Simon Elliott have been named to their respective national teams for upcoming matches in June. Glen has been named to the Trinidad and Tobago national team roster for two World Cup qualifying matches, while Elliott will represent New Zealand at the FIFA Confederations Cup in South Africa. Trinidad and Tobago faces Costa Rica on Saturday, June 6 in Bacolet, Tobago at Dwight Yorke Stadium and then plays Mexico on June 10 at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Trinidad and Tobago currently has two points in qualifying and is tied for last place with El Salvador. They tied El Salvador and Honduras and lost to the United States in their first three qualifying matches. Glen traveled to Trinidad and Tobago on Sunday, May 31 to begin preparations for the game. He will miss the Quakes match at FC Dallas on Sunday, June 7. New Zealand will have three international friendly matches as they prepare for the FIFA Confederations Cup. They play Tanzania on Wednesday, June 3 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, Botswana on Saturday, June 6 in Gaborone, Botswana, and end their tour of friendly matches in Pretoria, South Africa, as they face the defending 2006 FIFA World Cup Champions Italy on June 10. The All Whites will then take part in Group A of the 2009 FIFA Confederations Cup in South Africa, facing Spain on Sunday, June 14 in Rustenburg, host South Africa on Wednesday, June 17 in Rustenburg, before closing the group stage versus Iraq on Saturday, June 20 in Johannesburg. If New Zealand gets through the group stage, they will play in the semifinals either Wednesday, June 24 or Thursday, June 25. The Confederations Cup Final will be played on Sunday, June 28 in Johannesburg. Elliott will miss the next three Quakes matches, June 7 at FC Dallas, June 13 at Seattle Sounders FC and June 20 against the Los Angeles Galaxy.

Ryan Johnson in the Race for Golden Boot

Earthquakes forward Ryan Johnson is among the league leaders in goals this season. Johnson is currently tied for seventh place with five goals along with FC Dallas' Kenny Cooper, DC United's Luciano Emilio, and Toronto FC's Amado Guevara. Conor Casey of the Colorado Rapids leads the league with eight goals.

Earthquakes Leaders vs. Dallas

Joe Cannon has eight career victories and five shutouts against Dallas ... Ramiro Corrales has scored four career goals and recorded six assists against Dallas.

Dallas Leaders vs. Earthquakes

Jeff Cunningham has 10 goals and six assists against the Quakes in 23 appearances.

Earthquakes - FC Dallas Connections

Current Earthquakes midfielder/forward Arturo Alvarez played for FC Dallas from 2005 to 2008 before being traded on July 28 to the Earthquakes ... Aaron Pitchkolan played for FC Dallas from 2005 to 2009 before being traded on April 28 to the Earthquakes ... Earthquakes Mike Zaher and FC Dallas Eric Avila met Dec. 2006 in NCAA College Cup, Avila scored winning goal in UCSB's first-ever National Championship in 2-1 win over UCLA ... Dallas' Jeff Cunningham played with Earthquakes defender Eric Denton from 2002-04 with Columbus Crew and played with Ryan Johnson in Real Salt Lake in 2006. Cornell Glen was on the FC Dallas roster in 2005 with Cunningham ... Earthquakes defender Eric Denton and FC Dallas' Daniel Torres both played with Columbus Crew from 2002-03 ... FC Dallas' Dave van den Bergh and Earthquakes Nick Garcia both played for the Kansas City Wizards in 2006 and van den Bergh played with Chris Leitch in 2007 and 2008 with the New York Red Bulls ... FC Dallas' Marcelo Saragosa played for Earthquakes coach Frank Yallop in 2006 with the Los Angeles Galaxy.

History of the Quakes- FC Dallas Rivalry

The Earthquakes and FC Dallas met twice last season and both games ended draws 0-0 and 1-1 ... The Earthquakes were 9-1-4 in the final 14 games against Dallas prior to San Jose's relocation to Houston ... The Quakes posted a seven-game winning streak during that stretch from July 20, 2002-Apr. 15, 2004 ... San Jose and Dallas met in an important match on Oct. 16, 2004, as San Jose needed a win or a tie to advance to the playoffs, while Dallas needed a win to clinch the final berth in the playoffs. The two teams played to a 2-2 tie at the Cotton Bowl, giving San Jose a spot in the playoffs, while Dallas did not qualify. Ramiro Corrales scored the Quakes second goal in that game ... On Sept. 27, 2003, San Jose's Dwayne De Rosario scored the fastest goal from the start of the game in MLS history, netting a goal 11 seconds into the match at Spartan Stadium against Dallas. De Rosario would go on to net a hat trick in the game, the second hat trick in Quakes team history ... The Quakes +23 goal difference against Dallas is the highest against any team in the league.

Cannon Amongst All-Time Leaders

Earthquakes goalkeeper Joe Cannon is among the all-time league leaders in a number of goalkeeping categories. He is second in goalkeeper appearances (256), starts (255) and minutes played (23,055). He is now third all-time in saves (1,060), fourth all-time in shutouts (65), fifth all-time in wins (94) and tied for seventh all-time in goals against average (1.32) in league history. For San Jose, Cannon is first in club history as a goalkeeper in appearances (142), minutes played (12,951), saves (592), wins (56) and shutouts (35) and second in goals against average (1.31), and saves percentage (74.0). He also holds the team's all-time record for saves in a game with 12 on July 8, 2000 at Colorado.

Cannon in Quakes Record Books

Earthquakes goalkeeper Joe Cannon played 90 minutes Saturday, May 30 against the Real Salt Lake to record his 142nd career game as a member of the Earthquakes, which is good for a fourth place tie with Wade Barrett in franchise history. Cannon has also recorded 12,951 minutes, good for second all-time in Quakes history. His 142nd career starts are also tied with Ronald Cerritos in second all-time in San Jose history.

Corrales Amongst All-Time Leaders

Ramiro Corrales started and played 90 minutes on Saturday May 30 against the Real Salt Lake to record his 154th appearance in a San Jose uniform. With 154 appearances, Corrales is now second on the all-time appearances list. Richard Mulrooney (1999-2004) is the all-time leader with 163. Corrales also made his 138 start and has logged 12,301 minutes as a member of the Quakes. He is now in fourth place in franchise history in starts and in all-time in club history for minutes played.

Road Game Against Real Salt Lake Moved to July 3

The San Jose Earthquakes game at Western Conference foe Real Salt Lake has been moved from Saturday, July 4 at 6 p.m. PT to Friday, July 3 at 7 p.m. PT. The game will still air on the radio on 1220 KDOW. The game will mark the Quakes first appearance ever at Rio Tinto Stadium. San Jose has met Real Salt Lake seven times in MLS play in club history. The Earthquakes are 2-2-3 all-time against Real Salt Lake. In their four games at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, the Quakes posted a 1-1-2 record.

Fan Voting for MLS All-Star Game

Fans can vote now for the First XI for the 2009 MLS All-Star Game, which pits the best of Major League Soccer against Everton FC of the English Premier League. The 14th annual All-Star Game will take place at Rio Tinto Stadium in Sandy, Utah on July 29 at 6:30 p.m. PT. The game will be televised on ESPN2 and Telefutura. Fans can vote for the All-Star First XI online by selecting one goalkeeper, three defenders, five midfielders, and two forwards. Fans can vote up to 10 times per day. The online fan balloting program, which concludes on July 6, will comprise 25 percent of the total vote for the All-Star First XI, with coaches and general managers, players, and media each holding 25 percent of the vote. Earthquakes players on the ballot are Joe Cannon, Chris Leitch, Nick Garcia, Eric Denton, Jason Hernandez, Darren Huckerby, Arturo Alvarez, Ramiro Corrales, Bobby Convey, Ryan Johnson, Cam Weaver and Shea Salinas.

MLS Futbolito Returns to San Jose

Thousands of soccer players of all ages and from all walks of life will lace up their cleats this summer to participate in the seventh edition of "MLS Futbolito", Major League Soccer's official 4-v-4 tournament and one of the nation's most successful grassroots soccer initiatives. The 13-event national tour, presented by Panasonic, hits San Jose on Saturday, September 19 at Independence High School in San Jose. The tournament begins with a New York Red Bulls hosted event in New York City on Saturday, June 6 and follows a week later in Miami with a nationally televised event on Univision, including a celebrity game, on Sunday, June 14, before continuing to the other markets, including San Jose. For further information about MLS Futbolito, visit the event's revamped official site: www.MLSFutbolito.com.

Quakes in May

The Earthquakes are 22-25-10 all-time in MLS games during the month of May.

Game Time Changes

The Earthquakes home game on Saturday, June 20 against the Los Angeles Galaxy at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum has been moved to a 1:30 p.m. PT kickoff. The game will still be televised as planned, on ESPN 2 and ESPN Deportes. The October 10 road game in Toronto has also been moved to 1:00 p.m. PT.

Quakes Radio Segment on KNBR 1050

The Earthquakes have a weekly five-minute news segment every Friday on KNBR 1050 following the Razor and Mr. T show at 7 p.m. PT. John Shrader, the voice of the Earthquakes, will host the report that will include interviews, player features and team news.

Catch Yallop on SportsRamble

Earthquakes head coach Frank Yallop will appear every Sunday during the season on KDOW's weekly sports show, Sports Ramble. Yallop will appear with host Chetan Chaudhari at 8:30 p.m. PT each Sunday to talk Quakes soccer.

Listen to Quakes "en Español" on sjearthquakes.com

The Earthquakes have launched Spanish-language web broadcasts this season. Fans can tune into every home game during the 2009 Earthquakes season by clicking on the "Multimedia" link at sjearthquakes.com. Carlos Cesar Rivera returns for his second consecutive season as the voice of the Quakes and his fifth overall. A native of El Salvador, Rivera hosts a popular sports talk show from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. PT Monday through Friday on 1370 AM that covers MLS, Mexican League soccer, as well as many other sports. Rivera, who has worked in radio in the Bay Area for over 25 years, has also called games for the San Francisco 49ers, Oakland Raiders, Oakland Athletics, San Francisco Giants and the San Francisco Bay Blackhawks in his career.

Stay up to Date on Insider News on MyQuakes

The Earthquakes are proud to announce the launch of MyQuakes.com, the official social network of the San Jose Earthquakes. The site is a place where fans, players, and staff interact and share all types of content such as photos, videos, blogs and more. Some features that members will enjoy are the following; a team blog on the main page that will update fans on insider team information, a forum on the main page where fans, players, and staff can create and respond to discussions, a fully customizable profile page, players and coaches pages, an option to create your own groups, a full event calendar, as well as live online chat.

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