PSP talks with Union second round draft pick Eric Bird. Fresh off captaining Virginia to a national crown, Bird is ready to earn a roster spot in Philly.
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Where everyone can be a striker: A brief look at sports labor law
PSP contributor — and labor lawyer — Steve Holroyd has a quick primer in labor law and collective bargaining agreements in pro sports as the expiration of the MLS CBA approaches.
More Valdes rumors and other Union bits, CBA update, more news
Latest Valdes rumors. Can the Union take advantage of “hideous” Philly sports scene? CBA negotiations update. US U-20s face El Salvador on Saturday to qualify for World Cup. FIFA loses more sponsors. More.
Footy on the Telly, Jan. 23-29
Your weekly listings of live soccer on TV, online, and on satellite radio.
Youth soccer: We’re doing it wrong, Part 1
Scott Pugh introduces a new series examining some of the issues surrounding youth soccer.
Preseason IMG Tournament schedule announced, Bradley says players “ready to strike,” WWC turf suit dropped, more
IMG announces preseason Suncoast Pro Classic tournament schedule. Michael Bradley says players ready to strike over free agency. Solo suspended. Turf lawsuit dropped. More.