Convey, Wondolowski Named to AT&T MLS All-Star Game Day Roster
San Jose Earthquakes stars Chris Wondolowski and Bobby Convey were named to the AT&T MLS All-Star game day roster by All-Star coach Hans Backe today. The duo will suit up for MLS on July 27 at Red Bull Arena against Manchester United. The match kicks off at 5:30 p.m. PT on ESPN2, Galavision and TSN. Convey will make his second consecutive appearance for the MLS All Stars while Wondolowski was tabbed for the first time.
Italian Night at Buck Shaw on Wednesday
Looking for some quality Italian food? Drop on by the Epicenter Fan Zone on Wednesday when the Earthquakes host Vancouver Whitecaps FC to enjoy the Little Italy pasta eating contest as well as a silent auction for
a “Little Italy” Earthquakes jersey. International Italian tenor,
Pasquale Esposito, will also perform the American and Canadian National
Anthems before the match. A portion of each ticket purchased for
Italian Night as well as proceeds from the silent jersey auction will
benefit Little Italy San Jose. To purchase tickets online, click here. For groups of 10 or more, call our Front Office at 408-556-7700 and ask about our Italian Night special.
Looking for Lucky No. 7
The Earthquakes can extend their home unbeaten streak to seven with a win or tie against expansion Vancouver Whitecaps FC on Wednesday. San Jose is 3-0-3 and has outscored opponents 9-3 its its last six home fixtures. The Earthquakes' last loss at home was a 2-1 result against Chivas USA on April 23.
Boot it Like Bingham Goes Viral
Earthquakes goalkeeper David Bingham’s goal has been viewed nearly 1.5 million times since he scored a 90-yard goal in a 2-1 win against English Premier League side West Bromwich Albion last week at Buck Shaw Stadium. Bingham launched the ball from the edge of his own box and found the net on one hop. The video can be found in the Earthquakes’ YouTube channel.
Quakes Defeat English Premier League Team for First Time in Club History
The San Jose Earthquakes defeated West Bromwich Albion of the English Premier League 2-1 in an international friendly on Tuesday at Buck Shaw Stadium. Quakes goalkeeper David Bingham had the play of the night, sending the ball over 90 yards for a goal after the ball bounced over West Brom net minder Boaz Myhill in the third minute (VIDEO: http://youtu.be/05VhDBSQ8JQ). Khari Stephenson tacked on the eventual game winner in the 45th minute, smashing a shot from 35 yards that darted past Myhill just before the half to give San Jose a 2-0 lead. Jerome Thomas scored the lone goal for West Brom eight minutes into the second half. The win was San Jose’s first against an English Premier League opponent. The Quakes previously drew 0-0 against club partner Tottenham Hotspur on July 17, 2010 at Buck Shaw Stadium and tied 1-1 against Aston Villa on May 13, 1997 at Spartan Stadium.
Peterson Debuts for San Jose
Jacob Peterson minted his Earthquakes career on Saturday, getting the start and playing 62 minutes in a 0-0 draw against the Columbus Crew. The midfielder was traded to San Jose along with Nana Attakora and Alan Gordon from Toronto FC in exchange for Ryan Johnson, allocation money and an international player slot.
Earthquakes Acquire Peterson, Attakora, Gordon From Toronto FC
The Earthquakes announced a trade with Toronto FC on July 14 that brought forward Alan Gordon, defender Nana Attakora and midfielder Jacob Peterson to San Jose in exchange for Ryan Johnson, allocation money and an international player slot. San Jose will regain its international slot on Jan. 1, 2013.
Joe Cannon Returns
Long-time Earthquakes goalkeeper and Bay Area native Joe Cannon will return to San Jose for the second time since being selected by Vancouver Whitecaps FC in the 2010 MLS Expansion Draft. Cannon visited the Bay Area for a Reserve League match in San Jose on March 22, a match that the Quakes won 2-1. During his career with the Earthquakes, Cannon started 171 games, won the MLS Cup in 2001, and won MLS Goalkeeper of the Year in 2002.
Earthquakes Raise $6,000 for Charity
The San Jose Earthquakes raised over $6,000 for charity during its matches against the New York Red Bulls on July 2 at Stanford Stadium and the Philadelphia Union on July 9 at Buck Shaw Stadium. Using money earned through separate promotions, the Earthquakes will donate $1,020 to Wounded Warrior Project, $2,500 to the American Red Cross Silicon Valley Chapter and $2,500 to the ALS Association.
Community MVP Voting
Earthquakes fan Stuart Berman of San Francisco, Calif. has been nominated for MLS Community MVP. One representative from each MLS club’s market was picked to participate in a fan vote with the winner earning a $10,000 donation to the charity of their choice. The Earthquakes and Berman have selected R.O.C.K and America SCORES as their charity. Voting began on Friday, July 8 and will end on July 22 at 2 p.m. PT. The grand-prize winner will be announced during the halftime recognition ceremony at the All-Star game. For more information and to vote, click here.
Earthquakes 4v4, Presented by Wells Fargo
The San Jose Earthquakes will kick off their first 4v4 Tournament presented by Wells Fargo on Saturday, July 23. Registration is open at www.sjearthquakes.com/4v4 <//www.sjearthquakes.com/4v4> . The Earthquakes 4v4 Presented by Wells Fargo are adult and youth 4v4 soccer tournaments that will take place on three upcoming weekends. The first tournament is set for July 23 at Independence High School in San Jose, followed by tournaments on Aug. 28 at Cesar Chavez Academy in East Palo Alto and Sept. 18 at Alden Oliver Sports Park in Hayward. Divisions include boys and girls U-8 through U-19, Men’s and Women’s Rec, Adult CoEd and Men’s Open. Prizes will be awarded to the first and second place teams in all divisions. All participants receive an Earthquakes ticket, event t-shirt, and other gifts. There will also be appearances by Earthquakes players. Participation fees are $120 for Youth and Adult Rec, and $150 for Men’s Open
Hernandez in Quakes’ Top-10 List for Career Starts
With his start against the LA Galaxy on June 25, Earthquakes defender Jason Hernandez moved into No. 10 on the club’s all-time list for career starts. Hernandez is in his fourth season with San Jose and has started 89 matches during that time. Next on the list is Ian Russell with 91 starts.
Busch the Shot Stopper
Nineteen games into the season, Earthquakes goalkeeper Jon Busch is tied with Matt Reis of the New England Revolution for second in the league in saves with 70. Toronto FC’s Stefan Frei leads the pack with 77 saves in 21 matches.
Busch Among MLS Career Leaders for Shutouts
Jon Busch picked up his 59th career clean sheet on July 16 in a 0-0 draw against the Columbus Crew at Columbus Crew Stadium. The Earthquakes’ starting goalkeeper is eighth among MLS all-time leaders. He has recorded 13 shutouts in two seasons with San Jose, 21 during three seasons (2007-09) with the Chicago Fire and 25 in five seasons (2002-06) with the Columbus Crew. Next on the list are New England Revolution keeper Matt Reis and former MLS standout Tony Meola with 62.
