San Jose Earthquakes

  • MLS crests

    Illustrated history of MLS crests: Part I

    With Chicago’s recent rebrand announcement receiving a, shall we say, openly hostile reception, we’ve gotten to talking about soccer logos in the Soc Takes group chat. It’s a common pastime for us, much like any other members of #SoccerTwitter, and this got me thinking about the various brands and...
  • El Pelado

    ‘El Pelado’ hoping to right ship in San Jose

    The San Jose Earthquakes ended the speculation that surrounded the future of Argentinian coach Matias Almeyda. After a three-year relation with Mexican club Chivas, several media outlets placed Almeyda as a candidate to take the principal seat of Club Leon (Mexico), San Lorenzo (Argentina) or the national teams of...
  • 2017 MLS Waiver Draft

    2 players chosen in 2017 MLS Waiver Draft

    The MLS Waiver Draft isn’t typically an event in which fireworks happen. The 2015 MLS Waiver Draft only saw one player selected, while the 2016 version had zero names called. Two players were chosen this year, with the Colorado Rapids and Montreal Impact opting to bolster their defensive depth....
  • Tommy and Tanner Thompson - TT Skillz

    Thompsons launch TT Skillz Soccer Camps

    NOBLESVILLE, Ind. — Footballing brothers Tommy and Tanner Thompson aren’t twins. They’re just joined at the hip. Both excelled on the pitch growing up in California, then headed to Indiana to play college soccer before moving onto the pros. Tommy played only one year at Indiana, departing to become...