MLS Toronto FC

Toronto FC Bound for South Carolina again in Pre-Season

Published on January 20, 2009 under Major League Soccer (MLS)
Toronto FC News Release


Toronto FC announced Thursday that the team will return to Charleston, South Carolina for their third appearance in the Carolina Challenge Cup.

The 2009 edition of the tournament will once again take place at Blackbaud Stadium, on Daniel Island, SC from March 7-14, 2009 and will also feature D.C. United, Real Salt Lake and USL First Division hosts Charleston Battery. Toronto will arrive in Charleston March 6 and train in between matches before returning back home March 15.

The competition format will remain unchanged in 2009 with three match days each featuring a double-header, in a round robin format. Last year Toronto FC finished with a record of 0-2-1 in the tournament, as the San Jose Earthquakes took the title.

Tournament Schedule

(All Times local)

Saturday March 7 Toronto FC vs. Charleston Battery 7:15pm

Wednesday March 11 Toronto FC vs. D.C. United 5:00pm

Saturday March 14 Toronto FC vs. Real Salt Lake 5:00pm

Tickets for the 2009 Carolina Cup Challenge Cup will go on sale now. Fans can purchase tickets for each doubleheader or for the six match series. For more information please call (843) 971-4625 or visit www.charlestonbattery.com.

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