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Interview

PSP talks with Union draft pick Dzenan Catic

Dzenan Catic was the Union’s first pick (31st overall) in the 2015 SuperDraft. Jim Curtin was stunned to find such a talented goalscorer in the second round. PSP spoke with Catic about his scoring touch and how he dealt with defensive schemes meant to slow him down.

Daily news roundups

Camp is open, preseason focus, signings are coming, national teams news, more

Jim Curtin on his focus as preseason training begins, assures fans signings are coming. Steffen comes up big as US U-20s qualify for World Cup. USMNT roster for Chile and Panama friendlies announced. More.

Preseason

Union announce training camp roster

Union’s preseason training roster includes four trialists.

Signing News

Union re-sign Carroll, Casey, and Fred

Union announce return of club and league veteran trio for 2015.

Interview

PSP talks to Union draft pick Eric Bird

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.

CBA Negotiations

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.

Daily news roundups

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.

Soccer on TV

Footy on the Telly, Jan. 23-29

Your weekly listings of live soccer on TV, online, and on satellite radio.

Youth Soccer

Youth soccer: We’re doing it wrong, Part 1

Scott Pugh introduces a new series examining some of the issues surrounding youth soccer.

Daily news roundups

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.