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Portland Timbers Roundup (11-February-2011)

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Timbers2011 MLS Schedule!

2011 Fixture List Finally Released by mao at the Portland Timbers blog at The Offside

Major League Soccer finally released the 2011 fixture list for each of the eighteen clubs. [more]

Behind the Axe: additional thoughts about the Timbers schedule by Kip Kesgard at OregonLive.com

Now that the initial dust has settled with the release of the MLS 2011 schedule, let’s take a closer look at how this breaks out month by month [more]

Timbers land three national TV matches by Andy Giegerich at the Portland Business Journal

The Portland Timbers first Major League Soccer season will include three nationally televised matches, including two against presumed arch-rival the Seattle Sounders. [more]

Analyses of Preseason Match #2

Player News

Umony’s goal lifts Portland Timbers by Fred Kaweesi at New Vision

BRIAN Umony elevated his chances of being rewarded a lucrative deal with US Major Soccer League side Portland Timbers after notching the all-important goal that helped his side to a 1-1 landmark draw against David Beckham’s Los Angeles Galaxy on Tuesday. [more]

Portland Timbers introduce Kenny Cooper by Geoffrey C. Arnold at The Oregonian

Portland Timbers coach John Spencer didn’t hold back in his praise for Kenny Cooper. [more]

Kerrea Gilbert could join Timbers next week…maybe by Geoffrey C. Arnold at The Oregonian

Kerrea Gilbert may finally make his long-delayed debut with the Timbers next week. The key word being “may. [more]

Fan Culture

A-League Chairmen – can you make the A-League great? by Art Sapphire at The Roar

Yes, the football in the A-League has improved over the last six seasons. However, off the pitch and in the stands, the A-League is a becoming a shipwreck, navigated by a blind crew with a broken compass.

I will be using the example of the Portland Timbers as evidence to support my findings. The Portland Timbers are debuting in the MLS this season as the 18th franchise. [more]

Teaching Timbers: Timbers Army Q&A by Geoff Gibson at Stumptown Footy

Last week, Dave Hoyt, president of the 107ist (managing group of the Timbers Army) offered himself to anybody who had any questions regarding the Timbers Army, how it functions, what it takes to be a member, etc. [more]

Choosing an MLS Team by Chris Ballard at Match Fit USA

So….(looks at notes)…That means I am down to two teams: Seattle and Portland. I hadn’t expected there to be two teams remaining, to be honest. I almost kicked out Seattle at point 2 because I didn’t think Qwest Field was a ‘soccer’ stadium but upon closer examination it had been designed with soccer as well as football in mind, so I guess that is close enough [more]

Commentary and Sundry

The other expansion comparison: Portland Timbers and Vancouver Whitecaps by Kenny Ocker at Stumptown Footy

Because Portland and the Vancouver Whitecaps are joining MLS at the same time, the two sides’ rosters are naturally comparable. [more]

What Did Spencer Discover in Ventura? by Kevin at Dropping Timber

The Timbers spent the last week in Ventura, California continuing their pre-season preparations for the 2011 MLS season. [more]

Portland Timbers return from California carrying extra confidence by Geoffrey C. Arnold at The Oregonian

Coming off a hard-fought exhibition draw with the Los Angeles Galaxy, the Portland Timbers returned to Portland today with a positive feeling. [more]

Spencer: Never believe anything a Scotsman says! at Prost Amerika Soccer

Portland Timbers head coach John Spencer seems to be enjoying his new challenges.

It has been evident throughout the months since the wily Glaswegian left Houston that Spencer intends to retain his sense of humour and keep morale around the camp upbeat. [more]

The Gaffer: What Kind of Coach is John Spencer? by Ryan Gates at Stumptown Footy

I was looking at our roster and was wondering who would be the most influential in terms of the teams’ style of play. The only name that really jumped out at me was Kenny Cooper. Then it hit me: at first the most influential person would be the coach. I admit this should have been obvious but like most fans I was really focused on our players. [more]

Tuesday Timbers Tidbits (1-February-2011)

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TimbersThe Portland Timbers are off to California for more training, where they will be joined by a collection of intriguing players: Estonian international midfielder Alo Bärengrub, El Salvador forward Andres Flores, and Colombian forward Jorge Perlaza. The latter trialist apparently being the long rumored mystery forward.

2010 USL Timbers midfield Rodrigo Lopez is also in attendance, along with 2010 Timbers U-23 keeper and New Zealander Jake Gleeson.

Speaking of New Zealanders, Gavin Wilkinson explains his New Zealand bias and shares his hope to someday return to New Zealand to coach the national team with the NZ Herald News.

Coach Spencer does not like the phrase expansion team.

Meanwhile, the Portland Timbers’ marketing efforts continue to draw attention, this time from the Footiebusiness blog.

Don’t forget: Timbers Army First Thursday is this Thursday, February 3, 2011.

Also remember mao’s Football Show airs live Tuesdays at 4pm and new Portland Timbers related podcast Shed Culture with Hermes airs Thursdays at 4pm on Cascadia.FM.

Timbers Army First Thursday (3-February-2011)

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Timbers ArmyThe Timbers Army First Thursday event for February takes place this week at the usual spot: The Bitter End Pub (1981 W Burnside).

Beer and whiskey specials!

Happy hour food ’til 10PM!

Real talk about real football, not this Super Bowl crap!

Excited chatter about Denver away, which will be 44 long days away!

Yup, we’ve got it all. You just need to come. Discounts apply with your 107ist card. Bring it! See you then. RCTID.

See you there – festivities as usual kick off at 7:01pm!

Theater, Beer, Burns, Soccer, Mochi, and more! (January 28-30, 2011)

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Seriously fantastic weekend emerges for fans of theater, film, Scottish beer, mochi, soccer, and more!

Ongoing

Fertile GroundFertile Ground: A City-Wide Festival of New Works (January 20-30)

Fertile Ground 2011 is a 10-day arts festival that will be held January 20 through 30 in Portland, Oregon. This city-wide festival is focused on new work in the Arts. It will feature up to 30 world premiere projects, staged readings and a myriad of other arts events from the Portland creative community. [more]

Friday

Australia Day Party Australia Day Party

If you can hold out until Friday, January 28, the Portland Power Australian Rules Football Club is throwing an Australia Day Party at the Buffalo Gap Saloon (6835 SW Macadam).

An Aussie menu, featuring roast lamb and vegetables, Pavlova, pies and chips, Lamingtons, and more, is available at 5pm. In addition there will be cold Aussie beer and decent Aussie wine, and live music. [more]

PortlandiaWhere to Watch Portlandia In Portland

Miss the big premiere event? Don’t have a TV? Don’t have the Independent Film Channel? Watch Portlandia, if you’re into that sort of thing, at the Portland venues listed below. [more]

Saturday

VictoryTimbers Army Screening of Victory

The Timbers Army is hosting a free screening of the soccer film Victory on Saturday, January 29 at the Bagdad Theater (3702 SE Hawthorne).

If you haven’t seen the 1981 film, you’re in for a treat! Victory stars the actors Michael Caine, Sylvester Stallone, an Max von Sydow, but also features numerous soccer legends including Pelé, Bobby Moore, Osvaldo Ardiles, Paul Van Himst, and others. [more]

Cascade Barrel HouseScottish Ale Festival

Cascade Brewing‘s First Annual Scottish Ale Festival takes place Saturday, January 29, 2011 . . .

Nine regional brewers will be on hand from 3pm until 11pm at the Cascade Barrel House (939 SE Belmont), serving up Scottish and Scotch ales. [more]

Sunday

Mochitsuki 2011Mochitsuki Portland

Portland’s 15th annual Mochitsuki takes place Sunday, January 30, 2011 at the Scottish Rite Center (1512 SW Morrison), from 11am until 4pm.

“Welcoming the New Year is the major celebration in the Japanese community: a time of special foods rich with symbolic meaning and gathering with family and friends.” [more]

Robert BurnsPub Sing to Honor Robert Burns’ Birthday

The Portland Revels‘ Pub Sing to Honor Robert Burns’ Birthday takes place Sunday, January 30, 2011 at the Lucky Labrador Beer Hall (1945 NW Quimby).

“We’ll sing songs from the Scottish tradition of work songs, lullabies, children’s songs, songs of love and of Bonnie Prince Charley.” [more]

The Nervous Breakdown PDX 2011The Nervous Breakdown’s Literary Experience

The Nervous Breakdown’s Literary Experience: Boxing with Elephants takes place Sunday, January 30 2011 at Hall of Records (3342 SE Belmont).

The Nervous Breakdown is an online literary magazine featuring reviews, commentaries, fiction, poetry, and more. [more]

And for even more weekend events and activities, visit Around the Sun, Blogging Portland on the Cheap, and PDX Pipeline!

Timbers Army Screening of Victory (29-January-2011)

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VictoryThe Timbers Army is hosting a free screening of the soccer film Victory on Saturday, January 29 at the Bagdad Theater (3702 SE Hawthorne).

If you haven’t seen the 1981 film, you’re in for a treat! Victory stars the actors Michael Caine, Sylvester Stallone, an Max von Sydow, but also features numerous soccer legends including Pelé, Bobby Moore, Osvaldo Ardiles, Paul Van Himst, and others. Set in a German prisoner of war camp during World War II, the plot involves plenty of soccer, and for a sports film, a surprising ending.

Show time is 2pm (doors open at 1:30). The film is rated PG – all ages are welcome – and admission is free!

Members of the 107ist will be present to help you join or renew, and some Timber Army merchandise will be available for sale.