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May 29, 2006 - USL First Division (USL-1)
Minnesota Thunder News Release


ST. PAUL, Minn. (Monday, May 29, 2006) - The Minnesota Thunder (1-4-1) will look to get back on the winning track on Saturday, June 3 at 6:05 p.m. at James Griffin Stadium in St. Paul against the visiting Vancouver Whitecaps (3-1-3) live on Comcast for all local Comcast subscribers. This match is the second in six straight home games for the Thunder.

All fans in attendance will receive a 2006 Thunder/Lightning schedule magnet. For tickets, fans can log onto www.mnthunder.com or call 651.917.TEAM.

About the Thunder

The Thunder is looking to bounce back against the Whitecaps who beat them in Vancouver on May 14 by a score of 3-0. Vancouver caught the Thunder tired in the second game of a back to back after playing the Seattle Sounders to a tie on May 13. After scoring four goals in the season opener, the Thunder has only mustered two goals in its next five games and has allowed 11. The Thunder should be at full strength as Nate Knox is expected to return to the line up after a slight groin injury. Knox currently leads the Thunder in points with four from one goal and two assists.

About the Whitecaps

The Whitecaps have gotten off to a fast start and was undefeated through its first six games until falling to the Seattle Sounders on May 27. The Whitecaps currently sit in a tie for second place in the USL First Division with Miami FC. Former Thunder midfielder Jay Alberts will return to the Twin Cities with his new team, although only playing sparingly in the first seven games and without any points. In 2005, the Whitecaps finished third in the USL First Division with a 12-7-9 record.

Thunder Head Coach Amos Magee

"This is a chance for us to bounce back against a good team on a field we are very comfortable with," said head coach Amos Magee. "The size of Griffin stadium plays to our advantage and I'm excited for a good week of training. I think we'll come out hard and defend our home."

Last Season's Series

Thunder went 1-2-1 against the Whitecaps last year, winning 1-0 on May 29 in Minnesota. Vancouver won 2-1 on July 2 and 3-0 on August 20, both in Vancouver. The two teams tied 0-0 on August 20 in Minnesota.

About Comcast

Comcast is the presenting sponsor for both the Minnesota Thunder and the Minnesota Lightning in its inaugural season. As part of the agreement, Comcast will be broadcasting three games live this season on June 3, June 15, and July 14.

"We're extremely excited to be the presenting sponsor of the Minnesota Thunder again in 2006 and the Minnesota Lightning in its first season,' said Mary Beth Schubert, area director of corporate affairs for Comcast. "This relationship is important to us because of the valuable work the Thunder and Lightning does in community building through the game of soccer and the synergy we create in reaching customers that are important to both of our organizations.'

Up Next

The Thunder will revive its School Day game on May 31 at 10:30 am at James Griffin Stadium. Over 1,500 students from local schools are anticipated to attend the educational game that will focus on health lifestyle choices such as nutrition, exercise and being tobacco free.

The Thunder will then play its third consecutive home game on Sunday, June 11 when they face Miami FC at 5:05 p.m. at James Griffin Stadium. Miami FC is now the home to Brazilian superstar Romario who has found much success in the beginning of this season scoring three goals so far. The Thunder will be inducting long time Thunder owner and board chair Bill George into the Thunder Hall of Fame at halftime of this game. Fans are encouraged to come out and show their appreciation for George and all he has done for soccer in Minnesota. For ticket information, visit www.mnthunder.com or call 651.917.TEAM.



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