Impact News
July 20, 2007 - USL First Division (USL-1) - Montreal Impact News Release
RICHARD LEGENDRE: NEW MONTREAL IMPACT VP
The Montreal Impact announced, Thursday, the nomination of Mr. Richard Legendre as Executive Vice President of the Montreal Impact and Saputo Stadium. He will begin his new duties August 13. Richard Legendre left his mark on the Quebec sports scene over the past four decades, as a professional tennis player, an administrator of important projects and as minister in the Quebec government. As part of his new functions, Richard Legendre will be responsible for the construction and the use of the new Saputo Stadium, a non-profit entity, which will be ready for the 2008 season.
ROAD GAME SUMMARY
During its last three-game stretch on the road, the Montreal Impact tallied one win, one loss and one tie. The team shut out the Carolina RailHawks 1-0 last Friday, was in turn shut out by the Minnesota Thunder 3-0, Sunday, and then tied the Thunder 1-1, last Wednesday. The Impact is back in second place in the USL First Division standings with 28 points, tied with the Seattle Sounders. NEW PRODUCTS AVAILABLE ONLINE !
The new online Impact boutique is now open. Come to discover our great and exciting official products. Perfect to support your team !
Visit : http://www.impactmontreal.com/Boutique/?language=EN IMPACT JOS LOUIS PUBLIC PRACTICE JULY 24
The Montreal Impact will hold its fourth public practice of the season on Tuesday, July 24, at 7 pm, at René-Masson park, 9175 Boulevard Perras, in Rivière-des-Prairies. Presented by Jos Louis, the practice will feature drills, animation as well as the chance to win promotional items. The whole team and coaching staff will be on site. There will be prizes and an autograph session. Team mascot Tac-Tik will also participate in the event. A total of seven public practices will take place throughout the summer. LAST CHANCE: IMPACT'S SOCCER CLINICS
Don't miss the last week of the Montreal Impact soccer schools. A unique chance to learn with the pros !
The package includes :
- 15 hours of training and supervision
- a ball
- a t-shirt
- a ticket to an Impact game
- a souvenir photo
All the information : http://www.premieretouche.com/programs_new_ENG.htm THE IMPACT AT LA RONDE
Impact players will be at La Ronde to meet soccer fans, Thursday, July 26, from 2 pm, at La Ronde. Get the chance to participate in an autograph session, skill-testing games and sports demonstrations. Participation prizes will also be offered by the Impact and La Ronde.
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