MLS Colorado Rapids

Rapids Unveil TV Schedule

Published on May 1, 2003 under Major League Soccer (MLS)
Colorado Rapids News Release


The Colorado Rapids and broadcast leader Fox Sports Net announced today their partnership for 2003 that will bring Colorado area soccer fans all the action from eight of the club's 15 away games this season. Rapids games will be regionally televised through Fox Sports Net to over 2.2 million cable and satellite subscribers in an eight state radius, bringing the game of soccer to local households in an unprecedented way. The remaining Rapids away games will be broadcast on Comcast Cable Ch. 21 (five games) and on ESPN2 (two games).

Don't miss the first Rapids TV broadcast of the 2003 season this Saturday, May 3 as the Rapids face the MetroStars in New Jersey; the game will be broadcast live in Colorado at 5:30pm MT on Fox Sports Net. Read the entire story and view the Rapids complete TV schedule online at http://www.coloradorapids.com/site/goal.asp?cid=359

MIDFIELDER GRIMANDI RETURNS TO FRANCE

The Colorado Rapids announced that midfielder Gilles Grimandi has reached an agreement with Major League Soccer that allowed him to return to France. The agreement between Grimandi and the League provides the Rapids with salary budget room for a top quality replacement player. Other details of the agreement where not disclosed.

"The Colorado Rapids organization is deeply saddened by Gilles Grimandi's decision to return to France." Colorado Rapids General Manager Dan Counce said. "The player has cited family and personal reasons as the main factors influencing his decision to separate himself from the Rapids and MLS as of today. The Colorado Rapids, while disappointed by his choice, respect the player's personal freedom in making such a decision. Work to find a top quality replacement player has already begun."

Read the rest of the story online at http://www.coloradorapids.com/site/goal.asp?cid=358

"DUSK TIL DAWN" TOURNAMENT SAT. NITE AT STADIUM

Reminder: The Rapids' "Dusk Til Dawn" all-night soccer tournament previously scheduled for April 6 is taking place this Saturday night starting at 8:00pm at INVESCO Field at Mile High! We'll see you at the stadium for an entire night of soccer, food and music! For more details on the event, call (303) 299-1599 or visit http://www.coloradorapids.com/site/goal.asp?cid=327

UPCOMING RAPIDS PLAYER APPEARANCES

Don't miss your chance to meet your favorite Rapids players and Rapidman up close and personal! Here are upcoming Rapids player appearances in the community:

-Friday, May 2, 6-8pm: Byron Foss + Rapidman visit the Denver Ronald McDonald House

-Sat. May 3: Rapidman all night at the Dusk Til Dawn tournament at the stadium

-Sun. May 4, 5-7pm: Alberto Rizo signs autographs, Copa Mexico Tournament, Commerce City

-Mon. May 5, 9-10am: Rapidman at Quarters for Kids Breakfast, Strings Restaurant

-Wed. May 7, 1-3:30pm: Rapidman visits Clear Lake Middle School

-Wed. May 7, 5-7pm: Mark Chung, Scott Vallow, Zizi Roberts, Chris Carrieri, Robin Fraser and Steve Trittschuh run Rapids Clinic in Fort Collins

-Thurs. May 8, 5-7pm: Scott Garlick, Nat Borchers, Chris Henderson, Ritchie Kotschau and Steve Trittschuh run Rapids Clinic in Colorado Springs

-Sat. May 10, 11am-1pm: Billy Sleeth visits Greeley Bootlegger Soccer Club For more information on any of these Player Appearances, please call the Rapids Community Relations Dept. at (303) 299-1598.

MASTROENI NAMED TO ROSTER FOR USA VS. MEXICO

Colorado Rapids midfielder Pablo Mastroeni has been selected by U.S. National Team Head Coach Bruce Arena to the 18-man roster set to face rival Mexico, on Thursday, May 8 at Reliant Field in Houston. The 26-year old Mastroeni has represented the U.S. side on 18 occasions, including starts this year against Canada, Argentina, Jamaica, and Venezuela. The U.S. National Team has posted a record of 13-3-2 in games the midfielder/defender has played in, registering 13 shutouts and outscoring their opponents 34-6. Kickoff is set for 6:00 p.m. MT and the game will be broadcast live on ESPN-2 and Telemundo. And in case you haven't seen it, Alan Pearce from the Rocky Mountain News wrote a great feature on Pablo Mastroeni in today's paper. Click on this link to read the entire article: http://www.rockymountainnews.com/drmn/rapids/article/0,1299,DRMN_51_1928223,00.html

ONLY A FEW SEATS REMAIN FOR RAPIDS CHARITY LUNCHEON

Tickets for the Rapids Foundation's Annual Charity Luncheon with the players is almost Sold Out! Here's your only chance to have lunch with the Rapids players and coaches! Join the Rapids staff, coaches, players and sponsors for the 4th Annual Colorado Rapids Community Care Foundation Luncheon on Thursday, May 15, at the Denver Marriott City Center downtown, starting at 11:30am. This year the Luncheon will feature Keynote Speaker Marcus Houston, CSU football player and founder of the Just Say Know Foundation. The Luncheon will also include a silent auction and a chance to win an all-expense paid trip to Los Angeles for the Grand Opening of the Home Depot Center! This trip includes airfare, hotel, and game tickets for two for the June 7 Rapids vs. Galaxy game! Tickets to the Luncheon are priced at: $1000 for "Rapids Celebrity Table" $600 for "Rapids Corporate Table" $65 for an Individual Ticket You can reserve your spot online! Just click here for the response form: http://www.coloradorapids.com/site/goal.asp?cid=350 and fax back to the Rapids Foundation at (303) 299-1580. If you have any questions, please contact the Rapids Foundation at (303) 299-1526 or kward@mlsnet.com. All proceeds benefit the Colorado Rapids Community Care Foundation, whose mission is "Improving Our Community, One Goal At a Time", and your tax-deductible donation will go to help grow the sport of soccer here in Colorado.

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