2016

Training Report: Prep begins for East Coast showdown with Philadelphia Union

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The Earthquakes took the training field on Tuesday afternoon with their sights set on earning a second-consecutive victory this weekend in Philadelphia.

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On-Field Highlight
The club played an 8v8 scrimmage with the two teams seemingly constructed based on each individual’s age. Meanwhile, several players watched from the sideline as they focused on stretching and recovery drills.
Team Veteran: Bryan Meredith, Andres Imperiale, Jordan Stewart, (Asst. Coach) Steve Ralston, Matias Perez Garcia, Shea Salinas, Chad Barrett, Chris Wondolowski.
Team Youth: Andrew Tarbell, Kofi Sarkodie, Kip Colvey, Tommy Thompson, Matheus Silva, Simon Dawkins, Innocent, Adam Jahn.

Off-Field Highlight
Midfielder Fatai Alashe got a chance to meet five luchadores and a referee ahead of Mexican Heritage Night on May 11. While he didn’t try on the colorful attire and masks the sport has become known for, he did have an opportunity to learn some wrestling maneuvers.  

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