Earthquakes Host 2011 Corporate Cup
The San Jose Earthquakes hosted its second annual Corporate Cup on Saturday at the Nutrilite Training Facility. Teams from organizations across the Bay Area competed in three difference divisions: Co-Ed, Corporate Men’s and Open Men’s. Winners included Maxim Integrated Product “Innovators” in Corporate Men’s, V&M Construction in Co-Ed and Fighttheflop.com in Men’s Open.
Wondolowski, Convey Appear in AT&T MLS All-Star Game
San Jose Earthquakes stars Chris Wondolowski and Bobby Convey suited up for MLS team in the 2011 AT&T MLS All-Star game against Manchester United on July 27 at Red Bull Arena. Convey started and played 61 minutes at left back for Hans Backe’s squad while Wondolowski came off the bench to play the second half as a striker. Manchester United won the match 4-0.
Earthquakes Academy Wraps Up 2011 Generation adidas Cup
The Earthquakes U-17’s finished their run at the 2011 Generation adidas Cup with a 2-1-2 mark. San Jose defeated a tough Houston Dynamo squad 2-1 in their opener before falling 1-0 against Columbus. The Quakes had a chance to advance to the semifinals after drawing even with defending champion D.C. United 1-1 in the final game of group play, but ultimately fell in penalty kicks. In consolation play, San Jose drew against Sporting Kansas City before again losing the penalty-kick shootout and defeated Colorado 2-1.
Odwalla Bottle $5 Ticket Discount
The San Jose Earthquakes and Odwalla are teaming up to help fans save. On Aug. 13, fans can redeem any Odwalla bottle at the Earthquakes Box Office on game day in exchange for a $5 discount on a match ticket.
Wondolowski to Play in 100th Career Game
Chris Wondolowski will play in his 100th Career MLS game when the Earthquakes host the Timbers on Saturday, August 6.
Reserve League Continues
The Earthquakes will host the Portland Timbers Reserves in Reserve League play at the Nutrilite Training Facility on Sunday, Aug. 7. San Jose’s reserve squad is 3-2-1 through its first six games of the season.
Gordon Makes First Start with San Jose
Forward Alan Gordon made his first career start with the Earthquakes on July 30 against D.C. United. The eight-year MLS veteran started and played 73 minutes in 2-0 loss against visiting United. Gordon was traded to San Jose along with Jacob Peterson and Nana Attakora from Toronto FC in exchange for Ryan Johnson, allocation money and an international player slot.
Luzunaris Loan Update
Matt Luzunaris returned from Orlando to suit up for the Earthquakes against D.C. United on July 30. The forward entered the match as a substitute for Khari Stephenson in the 66th minute. Luzunaris joined Orlando City FC on July 15 and has since appeared in three matches for the club. He started and played 79 minutes for Orlando City in a 1-0 win against English Premier League side Newcastle United. He has scored two goals in two weeks during his time with the USL Pro Division squad, one against Rochester and another against Bolton. Orlando City FC will open post-season play with a match against the Charleston Battery on Wednesday, Aug. 3.
Busch the Shot Stopper
Twenty-two games into the season, Earthquakes goalkeeper Jon Busch is second in the league in saves with 82. Toronto FC’s Stefan Frei leads the pack with 94 saves in 24 matches. New England’s Matt Reis trails Busch by two saves with 80 in 19 matches.
Busch Led MLS in Saves for Month of July
Goalkeeper Jon Busch led the MLS in saves for the month of July with 32. Toronto FC’s Stefan Frei was in second behind Busch with 24 saves, and New England’s Matt Reis in third with 23.
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 is former MLS standout Tony Meola with 62.
Marathon July Comes to an End
Saturday’s match against D.C. United was the Earthquakes’ eighth and final match of the month. The Quakes finished the month 0-3-4 in MLS regular season matches and 1-3-4 overall, including a 2-1 win against English Premier League side West Bromwich Albion.
