MLS Colorado Rapids

Rapids Weekly Report

Published on May 13, 2003 under Major League Soccer (MLS)
Colorado Rapids News Release


RAPIDS FACE BOULDER RAPIDS RESERVE TONIGHT IN CO. SPRINGS Rapids fans, we will see you tonight for a special exhibition game in Colorado Springs! The Rapids will face off against their PDL affiliate, the Boulder Rapids Reserve, in a game tonight at Sand Creek Stadium in Colorado Springs. Kickoff tonight is at 7:00pm.

"We are very excited about the invitation to participate in this exhibition game against the Boulder Rapids Reserve," Rapids General Manager Dan Counce said. "We are thrilled to be able to join the Colorado Springs soccer community by bringing the Rapids and Major League Soccer to their own city.

Here's tonight's probable Rapids starting lineup:
GK #1 Scott Garlick
D #25 Pablo Mastroeni
D#13 Alberto Rizo
D#18 Steve Herdsman
D#16 Jeff Stewart
M#19 Chris Henderson
M#20 Mark Chung
M#12 Wes Hart
F#30 Zizi Roberts
F#22 Casey Schmidt
F#15 Chris Carrieri

The Sand Creek soccer stadium is located directly next to Sky Sox stadium in the Springs; click here for a map and driving directions: http://www.skysox.com/subpage.asp?page=map The Rapids Office will accept ticket orders until 11:00am today at (303) 299-1599, and then the Sand Creek Stadium Box Office will open at 4:00pm.

Tickets are priced at only $7, $10 and $15! See you down in the Springs tonight!

RAPIDS FOUNDATION'S CHARITY LUNCHEON WITH THE PLAYERS THURSDAY

Have you gotten your tickets to the Rapids Foundation's 2003 Charity Luncheon yet? It's your last chance; the Luncheon is this Thursday! It's your only chance to have lunch with the Rapids players, and your ticket price is tax-deductible, as all proceeds benefit the Rapids Foundation. Don't miss the biggest Soccer Charity event in the state!

For more information and to register, click here: http://www.coloradorapids.com/site/goal.asp?cid=350 Hurry, only a few seats are left for Thursday's big event!

RAPIDS IRAQI SOCCER BALL DRIVE THIS SATURDAY

The Colorado Rapids will kick off an "Iraqi Aid" soccer ball donation program this Saturday at INVESCO Field at Mile High when the Rapids host the MetroStars. Fans are encouraged to bring old used or unwanted soccer balls to the game to donate in the large collection bins at each gate. The balls will be shipped to needy kids in Iraq.

"This is an outstanding opportunity for the American soccer community to once again pull together and demonstrate the depth and breadth of our passion for giving," said MLS Commissioner Don Garber. "With the worldwide appeal of our sport, we are in a unique position to support the rebuilding of Iraq by providing a much needed diversion to the children of that nation."

Working with Don Eberly, the interim Minister of Youth and Sports for Iraq, the Rapids and MLS are coordinating efforts to secure 10,000 soccer balls and additional equipment such as shoes, shirts and shorts for the children of Iraq. Aimed at providing a real impact on the youth affected by war and oppression, the outreach serves as a symbolic gesture from the Colorado soccer community that will create hope for the citizens of Iraq, including the more than 15 million people under the age of 24.

Read the whole story online at http://www.mlsnet.com/content/03/mls0506iraq.html And don't forget to bring your soccer balls to the stadium to donate this Saturday!

MEET CLINT MATHIS AND ZIZI ROBERTS THIS SATURDAY

Have you heard? You can get the chance to attend a special VIP private joint autograph session with Team USA and MetroStars Superstar Clint Mathis and Rapids scoring leader Zizi Roberts this Saturday at INVESCO Field at Mile High! Only a few spots remain for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! Call the Rapids Hotline ASAP at (303) 299-1599 for more information and to secure your spot at the Autograph Session!

Hurry, this Superstar Autograph Session with Clint and Zizi will sell out very fast!

RAPIDS AND DENVERMIX.COM HOST THE "RED-EYE SPECIAL" SATURDAY

Join DenverMix.com and the Rapids for the "Red Eye Special"! Saturday, May 17th, forget about the night before and start your Saturday right! Join us in the DenverMix.com Rapids Party Suite for the Rapids v. MetroStars Game, and enjoy a Red Eye (A Red Eye is beer and tomato juice) or a Bloody Mary of your choice!

The DenverMix Party Suite is the best way to watch a Rapids Game this season. The Party Suite is the perfect place to enjoy the game in a comfortable and fun setting, and you also get the best deal in town! On May 17th - Enjoy "Red Eyes" and Bloody Marys as the complimentary drinks!

Your $30 ticket to the game includes: VIP Entrance to the stadium, a ticket to the Private Suite and 2 complimentary drinks! This offer is ultra exclusive – There's only 44 Tickets Available for Each Game! This is a $70 value for only $30. To order tickets just call the Rapids at (303) 299-1599 and ask for tickets to the DenverMix.com party suite!

BECKERMAN JOINS THE U-23'S FOR MATCH TOMORROW IN MEXICO

Colorado Rapids midfielder Kyle Beckerman has been named to the U.S. Under-23 Men's National Team 18-man roster by head coach Glenn "Mooch" Myernick for their match against Mexico tomorrow, Wednesday, May 14th, in Guadalajara.

Beckerman, who has participated in two of the three games the Rapids have played this season, is a veteran of several USA youth national teams that include the U.S. Under-17 MNT that finished fourth at the FIFA World Youth (U-17) Championship in New Zealand in 1999.

The US roster also features young MLS stars like 2002 MLS Rookie of the Year Kyle Martino (Columbus Crew), U-23 team captain Kelly Gray (Chicago Fire), goalkeeper D.J. Countess (Dallas Burn), and defenders Oguchi Onyewu (FC Metz -- France) and Alexander Yi (Antwerp FC – Belgium).

Read the whole story online at http://www.coloradorapids.com/site/goal.asp?cid=369

MAY 17 3v3 ADULT PREGAME TOURNAMENT

The Rapids will host a 3 v 3 soccer competition outside INVESCO Field on the Sports Legends Mall prior to the game against the MetroStars on Saturday, May 17th. Each team will be guaranteed three fifteen-minute games. There will be a total of sixteen teams allowed in the competition, divided into four groups of four. The top two teams in each group will advance to the single elimination playoff round. A first & second place Final will be held, with a luxury suite being awarded to the champion team, and the second place team will receive 10 groups tickets to a future Rapids game. Six players will be allowed on each team roster. The entry fee per team is $180, and includes 15 Touchline seats for the May 17th game. Call (303) 299-1599 to enter your team, but call fast, the 16 team spots will go quickly!

CHRIS HENDERSON'S SPEED CAMP SPRING SESSION NOW AVAILABLE

Join Colorado Rapids and U.S. National Team midfielder Chris Henderson, as he teaches soccer players ages 11 and up the skills needed to greatly improve their speed and sprinting abilities as they relate to soccer! In 1990, Chris was the youngest member of the United States World Cup team in Italy, and has gone on to represent the US National Team 79 times.

Henderson's fitness and skill has helped him to be fourth all-time in games played in Major League Soccer with more than 200, and the fourth player in MLS history to play more than 17,000 minutes in his 7+ year career.

Designed by Chris and UCLA's Strength and Conditioning Coach, Speed Camp will focus on technique, agility, proper conditioning, and sprinting power.

All campers will receive a 'Rapids Kid Pack' which includes a ticket to a Rapids game in 2003. Both camps held in the fall of 2002 each sold out quickly, so don't wait, register today!

WHO: Soccer players ages 11 and up who are interested in improving their speed and conditioning.

WHAT: Six-Week camp, starting June 5, 2003

WHERE: South High School auxiliary track, in Denver

WHEN: Six sessions on Mondays and Thursdays, beginning June 5th at 6:30 p.m.

PRICE: $140 for the six-week camp To register, call The Chris Henderson Speed Camp Hotline at (303) 307-6911, ext. 3. And visit all of the Colorado Rapids 2003 Soccer Camp Partners online by clicking here: http://www.coloradorapids.com/site/goal.asp?cid=360

RAPIDS OFFERING DISCOUNTED SEATS FOR JUNE 7 GAME IN LA

The Rapids have secured seats for fans that want to travel to the Home Depot Center in LA on June 7 to see the Rapids take on the Galaxy in inaugural game at the USA's newest Sports Stadium!

The Rapids have arranged for specially-discounted ticket prices: they are $22 per person (normally $30) and are located in Section 127. This will be the official Rapids supporters' section for this game! S. 127 is located on the East Corner of the stadium (camera side), on the first level of the stadium right next to the pitch.

Here's your chance to support the Rapids in the Galaxy's home stadium and get yourself seen nationwide on ESPN-2!

All orders must be placed in advance through the Rapids office. We will accept credit cards over the phone at (303) 299-1598 or via email at rapids@mlsnet.com. There is no service charge or tax on your order. Please let us know your name, address, credit card info., and how many tickets you want to order no later than Friday, May 23.

Click here for a map of the stadium: http://www.homedepotcenter.com/venues/soccerseating.sps?iType=4176&icustompageid=6785

The Rapids are not arranging any travel to or from California; you will have to coordinate that on your own! We hope you join us for a Historic Match on June 7 in LA! Get your orders in fast!

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