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L.A. Galaxy Weekly Update

Published on July 24, 2006 under Major League Soccer (MLS)
LA Galaxy News Release


L.A. GALAXY FACE CRUZ AZUL IN SANTA BARBARA ON WEDNESDAY: The 2005 MLS Cup Champion Los Angeles Galaxy will play Mexican Primera Division team Club Deportivo Cruz Azul, presented by Bank of America, on Wednesday, July 26 at 7:30 pm (PT) at UCSB's Harder Stadium in Santa Barbara, California. Highlighting the match-up are returning 2006 FIFA World Cup Germany participants Chris Albright (USA) Landon Donovan (USA), Cornell Glen (Trinidad & Tobago - Injured), Francisco "Kikin" Fonseca (Mexico), Rafael Garcia (Mexico) and Gerardo Torrado (Mexico). Tickets for this international match are available by calling 1-805-965-1128 or visiting your local soccer outlets. Tickets (In Advance / Day of Game) pricing for the game is as follows: General Admission Youth (Under 12): $10/$15, General Admission Adult: $20/$25, Premiere Seating Youth (Under 12): $10/$15, Premiere Seating Adult: $25/$30, Platinum Seating Youth: $15/$15, and Platinum Seating Adult: $30/$40 (behind the team benches).

GALAXY FANTASY CAMP II BEGINS AUGUST 14: The Los Angeles Galaxy's second Fantasy Camp of the year will be held from August 14 - 18 at the Mecca of Soccer in the United States, The Home Depot Center. The club's first Fantasy Camp of the year concluded this past Saturday and was highlighted by visits from former Galaxy midfielder Mauricio Cienfuegos, President and General Manager Alexi Lalas, and USA World Cup and Galaxy defender Chris Albright.

Galaxy Fantasy Camp II applications are now being accepted. This unbelievable experience for children ages 8-14 includes five days of training at the home to the Men's and Women's US National teams. The fantasy soccer camp is geared towards youth soccer that first and foremost want to have FUN and players who want to learn to play their best while learning what it is like to be a Galaxy player. They will put each fantasy camper through a variety of skills and drills in which their speed and agility are tested. Every camper will come away many new ideas, skills and drills and will understand the importance of having fun every time they step on the field. Adults can get into the game too, so join us for the second annual Galaxy Adult Soccer Fantasy Camp, where you will learn what it is like to train like a professional soccer player. For more information about the next camp, please contact Blane Shepard at (310) 630-2227.

COBI JONES TO BE ON FOX 11'S WEDESDAY'S CHILD SERIES IN JULY 26: Galaxy midfielder Cobi Jones will be a special guest on the Wednesday, July 26 segment of "Wednesday's Child" at 10:00 p.m. on FOX 11 10 O'clock News. Jones, who took time from his busy schedule, taught a few soccer skills to a young boy up for adoption on the main stadium soccer field at The Home Depot Center, and the "Wednesday's Child" Fox 11 crew was there to capture all the action.

Each Wednesday and Sunday night on FOX 11 10 O'clock News, FOX 11 profiles children looking for loving families to call their own in "Wednesday's Child." FOX 11 works closely with Los Angeles' Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) in coordinating the "Wednesday's Child" stories, giving viewers a glimpse of each child's interests and dreams at some of their favorite places. There are hundreds of foster children available for adoption through the DCFS at any given time. These children are in need of the love and security that only a permanent family can provide. FOX 11 produces the "Wednesday's Child" stories with the support and sponsorship of the Freddie Mac Foundation, which has helped place children with adoptive homes since 1989. If you want more information about the "Wednesday's Child" kids we've introduced you to, call this number: 866-921-ADOPT (866-921-2367).

Galaxy Injury/National Team Report (UPDATE)

OUT -Cornell Glen (L knee sprain); Nathan Sturgis (Sports Hernia)

DOUBTFUL - NONE

QUESTIONABLE - NONE

PROBABLE - Kyle Martino (Sprained right ankle), Kyle Veris (Sprained left MCL)

STURGIS TO UNDERGO HERNIA SURGERY IN GERMANY: Galaxy defender Nathan Sturgis will undergo surgery on Tuesday, July 25 in Munich, Germany to repair a "sports hernia" injury. Dr. Ulrike Muschaweck will perform a Minimal Repair Technique, a procedure developed and performed exclusively by Dr. Muschaweck.

GALAXY SET TO DEFEND U.S. OPEN CUP TITLE ON AUGUST 1: The Los Angeles Galaxy, the defending 2005 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup champions, will open their run in the 2006 edition of the U.S. Open Cup with a fourth round match against Dallas Roma FC of the U.S. Adult Soccer Association (USASA) on Tuesday, August 1 at 7:30 pm in The Home Depot Center's Track and Field Complex on the campus of California State University, Dominguez Hills. Following the match, members of the Galaxy will sign autographs from the field for fans in attendance. Tickets will be general admission and cost $10 for Adults and $5 for Youths (16 and under) and are available today beginning at 11am by calling the Galaxy toll-free at 1-877-3GALAXY. All Galaxy full Season Ticket Holders will receive complimentary tickets for this U.S. Open Cup match. Parking will be $10 on the day of the match at The Home Depot Center.

LANDON DONOVAN ACTION FIGURE, COURTESY OF MACY'S, GIVE-WAY ON AUGUST 20: On Sunday, August 20 when the L.A. Galaxy host FC Dallas at 5:00 p.m., presented by Macy's, the first 10,000 Galaxy fans will have the opportunity to receive limited edition Landon Donovan Action Figure's courtesy of Macy's. August 20 is also Yu-Gi-Oh! Family Pack Night, where fans can receive four hot dogs, four sodas, and four great seats, plus two Yu-Gi-Oh! Duelpass Keys for on-line gaming fun starting at just $64 per pack.

GALAXY PLAYER APPEARANCES:

WHAT: Staples Back-To-School Appearance

WHEN: Saturday, July 29 from 2:00-3:30 p.m.

WHO: Galaxy defender Tyrone Marshall

WHERE: Staples Store in Huntington Park; 3090 E. Slauson Ave., Huntington Park, CA 90255

WHAT: Gold-N-Soft player appearance

WHEN: Saturday, July 29 from 2-3:30 p.m.

WHO: Kevin Hartman

WHERE: Superior Market in Huntington Park; 6010 Pacific Blvd. Huntington Park, CA 90255

WHAT: Gold-N-Soft player appearance

WHEN: Sunday, July 30 from 12-1:30 p.m.

WHO: Galaxy midfielder Paulo Nagamura

WHERE: 10721 Atlantic Ave., Lynwood, CA 90262

DONOVAN AND ALBRIGHT NAMED TO ALL-STAR TEAM: Landon Donovan and Chris Albright of the Los Angeles Galaxy were named to the MLS All-Star First XI team. Donovan, Albright and the rest of the MLS All-Stars will take on English Premier League champion Chelsea FC in the 2006 Sierra Mist MLS All-Star Game on Saturday, Aug. 5 at TOYOTA PARK in Bridgeview, Ill. The game will be televised live on ESPN at 6:30 p.m. ET. Donovan, who leads the Galaxy this season with four goals and five assists despite missing time while with the United States National Team at the FIFA World Cup, is making his sixth-straight Sierra Mist All-Star Game appearance. Donovan has been selected to the All-Star game every year of his MLS career, and received the most fan votes of any MLS player in 2006. Galaxy defender Albright is making his third straight trip to the Sierra Mist All-Star Game. Albright has a goal and an assist in 10 games for L.A. in 2006, while also spending time with the U.S. World Cup team. The Galaxy joins the New England Revolution as the only teams to place two players on the First XI roster.

JOIN THE GALAXY GROUP LEADER CLUB: Join the Los Angeles Galaxy's first ever Group Leader Club, where individuals who organize large groups to attend Galaxy home games will become automatically enrolled in the club and eligible to earn incredible benefits. Group Leaders can be a part of the inaugural Galaxy Group Leader Club by bringing 20 or more people to a 2006 Galaxy regular season home game. By organizing a group of 20 people or more, Group Leaders automatically are enrolled as a Gold Level Member. Group Leaders can become Platinum Level Members by organizing a group of 50 or more people to a 2006 Galaxy match. For a full list of benefits, please go to: http://la.galaxy.mlsnet.com/MLS/lag/youth/leader_rewards/.

GET YOUR GALAXY STRETCH RUN PACK: Make sure you are a part of the Galaxy's stretch run to the playoffs with the Galaxy Stretch Run Pack. The Galaxy's three-game Stretch Run Pack starts at just $24 per person and includes these exciting late season matches:

August 20 - L.A. Galaxy vs. FC Dallas, presented by Macy's at 5:00 p.m. The first 10,000 fans will receive a free Landon Donovan action figure presented by Macy's.

September 16 - L.A. Galaxy vs. Colorado Rapids, presented by Tide at 7:30 p.m. The first 10,000 fans will receive a free Cobi Jones action figure.

September 30 - L.A. Galaxy vs. Chivas USA, presented by Hormel at 7:30 p.m. The first 10,000 fans will receive a free Herculez Gomez action figure presented by AT&T.

GALAXY FOUNDATION CHAMPIONSHIP RAFFLE: Participate in the Galaxy Foundation's Championship Raffle by visiting any Galaxy Foundation booth at every Galaxy game at The Home Depot Center to buy a Championship Raffle ticket. The Galaxy Foundation Championship Raffle allows fans the opportunity to win an authentic 2005 championship ring or a framed Cobi Jones 2005 championship ring panel. All net proceeds benefit the Los Angeles Galaxy Foundation. Visit the Galaxy website for official rules and more information.

NIGHT WITH THE GALAXY AT LUCKY STRIKE LANES: Don't miss a night with the Galaxy at Lucky Strike Lanes Orange to help support the Galaxy Foundation on Tuesday, August 15 from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Join all of your favorite Galaxy players at Lucky Strike Orange for a night of bowling, billiards and fun to support the Galaxy Foundation on August 15. Space is limited, so please call 310-630-2222 for ticket or event information or visit www.lagalaxy.com .

DAY ON THE LINKS: Save the date of Monday, October 9, for golf with the Galaxy. The Galaxy Foundation's Day on the Links Golf Outing is on its way Monday, October 9 at Meadowlark Golf Club. Mark your calendar for this annual event as the Galaxy players step off the field and onto the links.

GALAXY DEPORTIVO BREAKS DOWN ALL THE ACTION SATURDAY: Galaxy Deportivo, The weekly, half-hour Spanish language television show devoted to the Los Angeles Galaxy, can be seen LIVE this Saturday, July 29 at 3:30 p.m. on KWHY - Channel 22. Galaxy Deportivo, hosted by Los Angeles area personality Elmer Polanco, can be seen at the same time each and every Saturday on Channel 22.

MAKE SURE YOU CATCH MAS GALAXY THIS WEDNESDAY ON 830AM: Más Galaxy, the club's Spanish-Language radio talk show, will be on the air this week at 6 pm on Saturday, July 29. The program, hosted by Ernesto Rubi, one of the Spanish-language voices of the Galaxy, features an in-depth look at the Galaxy and their opponent each week. Remember Galaxy fans, for the latest news on your favorite team, tune in every Wednesday night to Más Galaxy, only on 830 AM.

2006 GALAXY SEASON TICKETS STILL ON SALE: Los Angeles Galaxy season tickets for 2006 are still on sale. For more information or to reserve your seats today, call the Galaxy ticket office at 1-877-3GALAXY or visit the club's website at www.lagalaxy.com .

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