Steve Holroyd gives you some of the best American soccer books to read this winter.
Culture
In pictures: The Sons of Ben Help Kick Hunger
The Sons of Ben held their annual Help Kick Hunger fundraiser over the weekend, and a familiar face showed up to join in the event. PSP’s Earl Gardner was there to capture the event in photos.
The case against soccer-specific stadiums
Chris Gibbons argues that the Union are in the entertainment, not soccer, business – and that calls for a versatile stadium.
Book review: When the Dream Became Reality, by Bobby Warshaw
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.
A letter of support for Kenny Hanson
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.
A work of fiction: Gulati’s DONGARBER proclamation
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.