Whitecaps finish third overall
Published on September 7, 2005 under USL First Division (USL-1)
Vancouver Whitecaps News Release
VANCOUVER, B.C. - Vancouver Whitecaps Director of Soccer Operations, Bob Lenarduzzi, today announced that the Whitecaps will play their first playoff game on the road on Friday, September 16 and complete the two-game series at home on Sunday, September 18 at Swangard Stadium - kick off at 7pm. The Whitecaps clinched third overall and home field advantage in the first round of the USL First Division playoffs as a result of Puerto Rico's 2-0 victory over Seattle last night.
"I am very pleased that we were able to secure third overall in a very competitive 12-team league," said Lenarduzzi. "Although we still don't know who our first round opponent will be, we believe that starting on the road and finishing at home plays to our advantage."
In the 12-team USL First Division the top six teams qualify for the playoffs with the top two teams, Montreal and Rochester, receiving first round byes. The remaining four teams, Vancouver, Seattle, Richmond and either Atlanta, Minnesota, Portland or Puerto Rico, will compete in the first round. All playoff rounds will be a two-game, aggregate-goal series with the exception of the USL First Division Championship which will be played on Saturday, October 1.
WHITECAPS PLAYOFF TICKETS
Three-game playoff packages are now on sale starting at just $36! This playoff package guarantees Whitecaps fans the same seat for all potential playoff games, as well as the lowest possible ticket prices. In addition, playoff tickets for groups of 15 or more are now available. Groups can guarantee their seats together, and save up to $7 per ticket over single game buyers. To reserve a playoff package or group tickets, call 604.669.WAVE (9283). Single game tickets will be available to the public at noon on Monday, September 12.
USL TEAM OF THE WEEK
Whitecaps defender Geordie Lyall was named to the USL First Division Team of the Week for his efforts in the Whitecaps three game road trip.
WHITECAPS NEXT HOME GAME
The Whitecaps conclude their 2005 regular season at home this Sunday, September 11 versus the league leading Montreal Impact - kick off at 4pm. Sunday is Fan Appreciation night with great prizes and giveaways throughout the night. Less than 1,200 tickets remain for Sunday's big tilt! To reserve seats by phone, call Ticketmaster at 604.280.4400 or to purchase online, visit whitecapsfc.com.
USL First Division Stories from September 7, 2005
- Whitecaps finish third overall - Vancouver Whitecaps
- Timbers aim for playoff berth with two key matches at PGE Park - Portland Timbers
- Junior Lynx wrap up 2005 season - Toronto Lynx
- Two Mariners named to USL first Division team of the week - Virginia Beach Mariners
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