Wondo Gets Back on Scoresheet
Earthquakes forward Chris Wondolowski got back on the scoresheet with a crucial 87th-minute equalizer against Toronto FC on Saturday. San Jose’s leading scorer found the back of the net for the ninth time in 2011 and the first time in five games, tapping home a Bobby Burling pass to the back post.
Bobby Burling Records First Assist of 2011
Earthquakes defender Bobby Burling recorded his first assist of 2011 against Toronto FC on Saturday when he directed a header towards Chris Wondolowski that San Jose’s leading scorer buried in the back of the net. The goal leveled the sides for a 1-1 conclusion.
Quakes Remain Undefeated in Toronto
With a 1-1 tie on Saturday, San Jose remained unbeaten in four games against Toronto FC at BMO Field since the Reds joined MLS in 2008. The Quakes are 1-0-3 over that stretch. The first match between the two teams in Canada was a 0-0 draw in 2008 followed by a 1-1 draw in 2009. The Quakes then beat TFC 3-2 in 2010 with Chris Wondolowski scoring all three goals for San Jose.
Earthquakes 4v4, Presented by Wells Fargo
The San Jose Earthquakes hosted their second 4v4 Tournament, presented by Wells Fargo, of the summer on Sunday at Cesar Chavez Academy in East Palo Alto. Earthquakes defender Steven Beitashour was on hand to interact with fans and sign autographs. The winners for each division included:
Men’s Open: Palmeiras
Adult Coed: Panteras Rosadas
Boys U17-19: The Underdogs
Boys U16: Jamestown
Boys U14: Legends Futsal
Boys U13: Watsonville Atlas
Boys U11: Legends
Boys U10: Titans 2
Boys U9: Golden Bear II
Boys U8: Golden Bears
Girls U15: Liverpool Yellow
Girls U12: Panthers
The final event of 2011 will be on 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. Registration is open at www.sjearthquakes.com/4v4.
Two Earthquakes players called to US Residency Program
San Jose Earthquakes Academy goalkeeper Nedin Tucakovic and forward Angel Heredia have been selected to train with the U.S. National Team U-17 Residency Program in Bradenton, Flor. for the upcoming school year. Heredia and Tucakovic are the second Quakes combination in two years to receive invites from the U-17 Residency Program. Last year, goalkeeper Kendall McIntosh spent a season in Bradenton and right back Travis Pillon turned down an invitation to remain in camp with San Jose.
Wondolowski Nears Donovan for No. 2 on Quakes’ All-Time Scoring Chart
San Jose Earthquakes forward Chris Wondolowski continues to inch up the franchise’s all-time scoring charts. Wondo added to his total with a goal against Toronto FC in a 1-1 draw on Aug. 27 at BMO Field in Toronto, giving him a total of 30 with the Quakes. The Danville, Calif. native recently passed Dwayne De Rosario, who scored 27 for the team from 2001-2005, for No. 3 on the all-time list. Next up is Landon Donovan, who scored 32 goals in his Earthquakes career. The career leader for the Quakes is Ronald Cerritos, who notched 61 from 1997-2001 and in 2005.
Hernandez Moves Up All-Time Starts List
Hernandez moved to within six starts of No. 8 on the Earthquakes’ all-time starts list on Saturday with his 90 minutes played against Toronto FC. The defender has started 94 games since joining San Jose at the outset of the 2008 campaign. Next on the list is Eddie Lewis who started 100 games during his Quakes career from 1996-1999.
Quakes Return Home Before Road Stretch
The Earthquakes return home to face the Chicago Fire on Sept. 10 at Buck Shaw Stadium following a two-game road stretch that included tilts at the LA Galaxy and Toronto FC. After hosting Chicago, five of the Quakes’ final seven games will be on the road, including trips to face Houston Dynamo, Portland Timbers, Colorado Rapids, New England Revolution and Seattle Sounders FC.
Busch the Shot Stopper
Twenty-six games into the season, Earthquakes goalkeeper Jon Busch is No. 3 in the league in saves with 90. Next on the list is New England Revolution keeper Matt Reis with 94 saves in 22 matches. Toronto FC’s Stefan Frei leads the pack with 97 saves in 25 matches.
Night Out With the Quakes at The Republic
Earthquakes players and the Shakers will be at The Republic in San Francisco on Friday Sept. 2 at 9:30 p.m. PT serving drinks and interacting with fans. Those in attendance will get to meet the players and enjoy the atmosphere at The Republic until 1 a.m. PT. The Earthquakes will also raffle off free prizes.
Fourth Annual Soccer Silicon Valley Community Foundation Banquet
Tickets to the Fourth Annual Soccer Silicon Valley Community Foundation Banquet are now on sale. The event features a ceremony to induct former Earthquakes defender Troy Dayak into the club’s Hall of Fame as well as the premier of a History of San Jose Exhibit, “City of Champions: 2001, A San Jose Soccer Odyssey.” The event kicks off at 6 p.m. PT at the San Jose City Hall Rotunda on Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011. Individual dinner tickets are $100 with a $25 discount for Earthquakes Season Ticket Holders. Table sponsorships are also available for $1,500. For more information and to buy tickets, visit www.sjearthquakes.com/ssvcf-dinner.
Early Bird Special for 2012 Earthquakes Season Ticket Deposit
Fans who place a $50 deposit on 2012 Earthquakes Season Tickets before Oct. 22 will receive a complimentary NASL Quakes Throwback Jersey. In addition to the jersey, Season Ticket Holder benefits include: Special invitations to private Season Ticket Holder events, first priority to purchase Earthquakes playoff and international game tickets, a personal Fan Relations Representative to provide excellent customer service, and flexible ticket exchange policies for games they are unable to attend. For more information, call 408.556.7700 or visit www.sjearthquakes.com/2012-season-tickets.
San Jose Earthquakes on Twitter
@SJEarthquakes – Official account of the San Jose Earthquakes
@ChrisWondo – 2010 MLS Budweiser Golden Boot Winner Chris Wondolowski
@AnthonyAmpai – Rookie from NCAA Champion Akron University Anthony Ampaipitakwong
@bobbyburling – Veteran central defender and sports trivia guru Bobby Burling
@BradRing87 – Third-year central midfielder Brad Ring
@JHernandez21 – Veteran center back and social maven Jason Hernandez
@awebs13 – Witty goalkeeper Andrew Weber
@MattLuzu32 – First-year striker Matt Luzunaris
@jacob__peterson – Patriotic midfielder Jacob Peterson
San Jose’s Record in August
The Quakes are 31-26-8 all-time in August in MLS play.
