Tuesday, May 15, 2007

10 Bright Spots of Week Six

1. Toronto FC and their fans – this is an obvious selection as Toronto and its’ fans created an atmosphere heads and shoulders above RFK and the Home Depot Center, possibly even combined? A Premiership feel it certainly was…

How many times is this number one for them?

2. Taylor Twellman – arguably the most consistent performer in MLS history, Twellman netted two goals against a tough Los Angeles defense to spark a New England rally ahead 3-2. His brace gives him six for the season and Player of the Week honors.

3. Guillermo Barros Schelotto – the legendary Argentinian showed what he has to offer the Crew, displaying his vision, focus, determination, and creativity. The one thing he didn’t show, however, was how to find the back of the net. That, I’m sure, is still to come…

4. Andrea Lombardo – the Canadian U-20 star came on as a substitute in Toronto FC’s 3-1 win over Chicago and helped keep a charged TFC team reeling

5. Dario Sala – back from suspension and ready to work after watching Dallas struggle to pick up some points with Hislop in goal and the Dallas defense functioning half-assedly; Sala showed what he means to this team in only one game back, it’s funny I didn’t realize it before

6. Juan Carlos Toja and Pablo Ricchetti – the new Dallas midfield duo with Dax McCarty in there somewhere has potential to be one of the most cohesive in the MLS; Ricchetti already has shown signs of uber-decency and Toja will be the glue of the team all season

7. Maurice Edu – his pinpoint half-volley was aesthetically pleasing and confirmed a great performance from the #1 Draft Pick; only more to come from him

8. Adam Cristman – yet another appearance in the Top Ten Bright Spots…due to his effort and impact in the Revolution’s comeback win over the Galaxy

9. Niko Hernandez – it’s about time he made himself known again to the Colorado faithful; will he break out or head back into hibernation?

10. RBNY Press Box – for letting me into it to cover the Colorado vs. Bulls game and giving me those free Nutty Buddy bars I loved in elementary school

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