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The case against soccer-specific stadiums

by × on November 21, 2017 at 10:15 am × 17 comments

Chris Gibbons argues that the Union are in the entertainment, not soccer, business – and that calls for a versatile stadium.

Soccer Books

Book review: When the Dream Became Reality, by Bobby Warshaw

by × on October 13, 2017 at 11:30 am × 7 comments

PSP’s Dan Walsh reviews the recently published book by the retired player and Harrisburg-area product, finding it a wholly authentic view of American soccer players’ life behind the scenes.

Sons of Ben

A letter of support for Kenny Hanson

by × on August 9, 2017 at 12:35 pm × 6 comments

Former Sons of Ben president Kenny Hanson has suffered a traumatic brain injury. His friend and fellow member has a heartfelt letter for all to read and support.

Photo by Earl Gardner
Satire

A work of fiction: Gulati’s DONGARBER proclamation

by × on July 21, 2017 at 10:30 am × 3 comments

In an alternate universe, one where the Union season isn’t beginning to look exactly like almost every other one before it, USSF President Sunil Gulati makes a proclamation that changes everything about American soccer.

Satire

Return to the Cliff of Union Despair

by × on April 14, 2017 at 10:30 am × 13 comments

You know it’s bad when the Cliff of Union Despair shows up again. In Philly, we all appreciate black humor — it’s always sunny in Philadelphia, right? — so, well … chew on this before the Union’s 3-0 win tonight.

Satire

The Union Bible: The Book of Earnest: Ch 17, Vs. 1-3

by × on March 30, 2017 at 10:30 am × 13 comments

Back by popular demand, The Union Bible! Read on for the gospel, or something not remotely like it.

Culture / Local

Prize-winning Club Frontera documentary screening & discussion Wednesday at Villanova

by × on March 20, 2017 at 10:30 am × 1 comment

Club Frontera, an award-winning documentary about Club Tijuana Xoloitzcuintles, will be screened for free at Villanova University Wednesday followed by a discussion with the director.

Photo by Earl Gardner
Photo essays / Sons of Ben

In pictures: A day with the Sons of Ben

by × on March 14, 2017 at 9:45 am × 8 comments

PSP’s Earl Gardner spent the Union’s home opener with the Sons of Ben. Here’s what he saw.

Sons of Ben

Sons of Ben: The Movie available on iTunes, Amazon, and Google Play on July 22

by × on July 21, 2016 at 2:07 pm × 5 comments

Sons of Ben: The Movie is available for purchase on iTunes, Amazon, and Google Play on Friday. Here’s an exclusive clip from the film.

Photo by Earl Gardner
Sons of Ben

PSP talks to SoB president Ami Rivera

by × on March 24, 2016 at 11:15 am × 14 comments

PSP talks to the Sons of Ben president about the recent changes at the Union and more.

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