Gothamite Posted November 2, 2014 Share Posted November 2, 2014 Sons of Ben are amazing. I really wanted to support Union because of them, but eventually I decided I had to wait for a local club. The Green Bay Packers Uniform Database! Now in a handy blog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norva Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Finally getting a local club next year for the MLS, the Orlando City Lions, I am pumped for that. Kinda get annoyed by our supporters groups but it'll still be fun. Before that I was a Mutiny fan back in the day. The MLS has changed A LOT since then.But I don't think you can just randomly pick a team, I tried to do that with the Premier League but it wasn't until a soccer fan from England married into the family that I adopted a team myself (since he got me into his, Man U). Now I even own a part of Manchester United having bought stock in them. It's pretty cool.I would take someone else's advice earlier and just watch games and see who captures you. Plus, sometimes it's easier to watch sports if you don't have a rooting interest, less heart attacks and disappointment Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DG_ThenNowForever Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 If I didn't have a local interest, I'd probably be a fan of the United or Crew. For all of his pouting, I'm still a fan of Eddie Johnson. There aren't any Crew players I'm all that interested in, but their colors are cool, the stadium is interesting, and as MLS continues to grow, they seem more and more like an underdog city that's done pretty well. 1 hour ago, ShutUpLutz! said: and the drunken doodoobags jumping off the tops of SUV's/vans/RV's onto tables because, oh yeah, they are drunken drug abusing doodoobags Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBTV Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Philadelphia Union. Perennial underdogs. The Sons of Ben are great. I had a chance to sit (or stand) with them during a rainy and cold March match. It was the most fun I've ever had at a sporting event.Sons of Ben are amazing.I really wanted to support Union because of them, but eventually I decided I had to wait for a local club.It sucks so bad that their stadium is where it is. That was about the worst decision ever. I don't "get" soccer, but I would absolutely give it a chance at some games and they do look like fun, but it couldn't possibly be less convenient to get to the stadium, or less safe in that area. They made it extremely difficult for city dwellers to make it there, since there is extremely limited transportation (you have to take godsdamn regional rail and then connect to a shuttle bus) and even for people who drive, they have to post warnings on their site regarding where to park due to safety concerns in Chester.EDIT: just read that a couple city bars offer buses to and from the game for $25 which includes beer and food, but one is limited to season ticket holders, and the other is extremely limited. Cool idea though - if others participated maybe I'd make the trek once next season. "The views expressed here are mine and do not reflect the official opinion of my employer or the organization through which the Internet was accessed." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gothamite Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 That's the old MLS model; SSS in the suburbs or reclaimed industrial areas. The SSS was a good idea, but now they recognize that city centers are vastly preferable. The Green Bay Packers Uniform Database! Now in a handy blog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBTV Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 What is SSS? Chester is a suburb by definition, but it is more like its own independent urban killing field. It's a place you don't go to unless you work at the hospital or for the port. Corruption put the park there, but if they wanted true suburbs, They probably had better (albeit more expensive and possibly locally opposed) options. There aren't many city options due to space, but maybe partnering with Penn and playon fat Franklin Field would have worked for a while. Not sure about the grass situation though. "The views expressed here are mine and do not reflect the official opinion of my employer or the organization through which the Internet was accessed." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IceCap Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Soccer specific stadium. PotD 26/2/12 1/7/15 2020 BASS Spin the Wheel, Make the Deal Regular Season Champion 2021 BASS NFL Pick'em Regular Season Champion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayMac Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Philadelphia Union. Perennial underdogs. The Sons of Ben are great. I had a chance to sit (or stand) with them during a rainy and cold March match. It was the most fun I've ever had at a sporting event. Sons of Ben are amazing.I really wanted to support Union because of them, but eventually I decided I had to wait for a local club. It sucks so bad that their stadium is where it is. That was about the worst decision ever. I don't "get" soccer, but I would absolutely give it a chance at some games and they do look like fun, but it couldn't possibly be less convenient to get to the stadium, or less safe in that area. They made it extremely difficult for city dwellers to make it there, since there is extremely limited transportation (you have to take godsdamn regional rail and then connect to a shuttle bus) and even for people who drive, they have to post warnings on their site regarding where to park due to safety concerns in Chester.EDIT: just read that a couple city bars offer buses to and from the game for $25 which includes beer and food, but one is limited to season ticket holders, and the other is extremely limited. Cool idea though - if others participated maybe I'd make the trek once next season.Agreed about the location of the stadium. Chester is a terrible spot and a horrible neighborhood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJTank Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 How about a team with a mascot with a chainsaw www.sportsecyclopedia.com For the best in sports history go to the Sports E-Cyclopedia at http://www.sportsecyclopedia.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayMac Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Sons of Ben are amazing. I really wanted to support Union because of them, but eventually I decided I had to wait for a local club.I was just blown away by the atmosphere. It was a terrible day weather wise and the SOB were out in full effect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CubsFanBudMan Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Chicago Fire. No team had more ties. 18!Get in now before the bandwagon is full.The SSS is in the southwest suburbs, so it's that much closer to Nashville. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IceCap Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 If you're looking for a team and locale isn't a sticking point? I'd hold out for either LAFC, NYCFC, or the yet to be named Atlanta team. All three have yet to play a game, so you'll be able to get in on the ground floor. PotD 26/2/12 1/7/15 2020 BASS Spin the Wheel, Make the Deal Regular Season Champion 2021 BASS NFL Pick'em Regular Season Champion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gothamite Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 How about a team with a mascot with a chainsawThe Timbers are ing amazing, that's for sure. Great club culture, rabid fanbase. If only they were as good on the pitch as the fans are in the stands. The Green Bay Packers Uniform Database! Now in a handy blog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-kj Posted November 4, 2014 Share Posted November 4, 2014 Timber Joey is dreeeeeamy. ...but old D-2 rivalries die hard. I think pcgd nailed it: Nashville FC. Buy some t-shirts and stuff at KJ Shop! KJ Branded | Behance portfolio POTD 2013-08-22 On 7/14/2012 at 2:20 AM, tajmccall said: When it comes to style, ya'll really should listen to Kev. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mac the Knife Posted November 4, 2014 Share Posted November 4, 2014 Go with the Columbus Crew.Because, well, no one would expect you to be a fan of the Columbus Crew. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gothamite Posted November 5, 2014 Share Posted November 5, 2014 The Green Bay Packers Uniform Database! Now in a handy blog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTernup Posted November 5, 2014 Share Posted November 5, 2014 Colorado Rapids for obviously biased reasons. I will say though that NYCFC should be your choice as a brand new club with a great group of clubs surrounding it and the potential to have some very good teams. C'mon Citeh! Denver Nuggets Kansas City Chiefs Tampa Bay Rays Colorado Buffaloes Purdue Boilermakers Florida Gators Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaker52 Posted November 5, 2014 Author Share Posted November 5, 2014 I will support Nashville but i need an MLS team too I have narrowed it downPortland TimbersSeattle Sounders RSL MUNCHEN LOWEN (WAFA) GULF SHORES OSPREYS (IBL) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYCdog Posted November 8, 2014 Share Posted November 8, 2014 I will support Nashville but i need an MLS team too I have narrowed it downPortland TimbersSeattle Sounders RSLSeattle - seems like too much the popular choicePortland - Could you stand Merritt Paulson as your owner? Not me. RSL - Could you support a team with by far the worst branding in MLS. "Real Salt Lake" is just an awful bush league identity...IMO, if you're gonna start with the MLS now, you should start with a team that's also staring up too ...kinda establish a "fan since day 1" attitude. So NYCFC or Orlando City should be your direction. My bias would say NYCFC but OC is closer to you and also has a league standout Purple color scheme. Houston (Orange) & Columbus (Yellow) are also close and have the standout colors too... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhitecapsForLife11 Posted November 18, 2014 Share Posted November 18, 2014 Whitecaps FC, a young exciting team that I believe is severely underrated. Made the playoffs this year, lost in first round year on a bad handball, and have a good chance of becoming a premier team in the MLS. Oh yeah, the crowds are amazing, even though half of the stadium, sadly, is open for spectators. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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