Weekly Update: Best of the year
Alvarez, Cannon up for Goal of the Year, Save of the Year, respectively
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Misc. Notes
Quakes in the Community
What: Meet and Greet with Ligas de las Americas
Who: Ramon Sanchez
Location: Pupuseria San Antonio in Hayward
Date: Thursday, Nov. 5
Time: 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Details: Sanchez will meet and greet with league leaders recapping the 2009 season and previewing the 2010 season. He will also sign autographs.
Quakes Post Third Highest Attendance Average in Franchise History
The San Jose Earthquakes had a strong season at the box office in 2009, as they were one of only three teams in Major League Soccer to have an increase in their average attendance. They had the largest increase league-wide, having their attendance go up 2.9 percent from 2008. Their average attendance for the 2009 season was 14,114, which was good for their third highest average in franchise history behind 17,232 in 1996 and 14,959 in 1999.
Alvarez up for AT&T Goal of the Year
Earthquakes midfielder Arturo Alvarez scored his first game winning goal of the season in the 63rd minute against Real Salt Lake on May 30 and has been nominated for the AT&T Goal of the Year. Alvarez received a pass from teammate Bobby Convey near the penalty area and split a couple of Real Salt Lake defenders, then ripped a left footed shot past the diving Nick Rimando from about 25 yards out into the top corner of the far post. To vote and get Alvarez into the Top 10, go to
http://web.mlsnet.com/sights/goal_of_the_year/.
Cannon up for Degree Men Save of the Year
Earthquakes goalkeeper Joe Cannon has been nominated for the Degree Men Save of the Year for his save in the Earthquakes 2-1 win on May 30 over Real Salt Lake. Cannon robbed forward Yura Movsisyan in the first minute of stoppage time by pushing his effort from the top of the area over the bar. This shot seemed destined for the back of the net, but Cannon's sprawling save helped preserve the three points. To vote for Cannon to get into the Top 10, go to
http://web.mlsnet.com/sights/save_of_the_year/.
McDonald Visits Ardenwood Elementary School in Fremont
San Jose Earthquakes defender Brandon McDonald visited Ardenwood Elementary School on Thursday, Oct. 29 as part of the Earthquakes community outreach program. The Glendale, Ariz. native emphasized the importance of eating right in order to stay healthy and perform well in sports as well as other facets of life. McDonald addressed his own personal experiences with a healthy lifestyle and how it helped him become a professional athlete. The children were enthusiastic when McDonald asked them about the healthy foods they eat. After he finished speaking, McDonald led a juggling contest with a few first grade children. He then opened the floor to the children to ask questions and share their love for soccer. Following his appearance in front of the entire first grade, McDonald went into the different first grade classrooms and signed player cards for the students.
Quakes 2010 Season Tickets
The San Jose Earthquakes have significantly reduced season ticket prices for the 2010 Major League Soccer season. Season tickets start as low as $204. Season ticket prices have been reduced in all sections; Premier Midfield will now be $40 per game ($50 in 2009), Center Circle $30 per game ($35 in 2009), Sideline $20 per game ($30 in 2009), Goal View $15 per game ($20 in 2009) and Supporters Section $12 per game ($18 in 2009). For more information on season tickets, to renew season tickets or to place a deposit, call the Earthquakes Front Office at 408-556-7700. The Quakes have also created a number of new features and benefits for season ticket holders next year. A family section has been added inside the stadium, and the Supporters Section has been expanded to create an even greater home field advantage. Season Ticket Holders will additionally have access to the exclusive tailgate parking lot. Corona Cove seats will now be available as a season ticket option and an extra row of NetSuite VIP On-field seats will be added for next season. Season Ticket Holders will also have first priority to purchase Earthquakes playoff tickets and tickets for international games. They will receive a 15 percent discount on game day merchandise, invitations to exclusive events, and priority rights to seats in the new stadium. The one thing that is not exclusive to Season Ticket Holders is savings.
