Peter Nowak has a lot of roles to play for the Philadelphia Union. From bringing in players to organizing them on the pitch, 2011 was a mixed bag for the Union chief. But if he learned one thing this year, it was how to interact with the fans. Through Twitter and a better understanding of what it means to be the face of a beloved franchise, Nowak embraced the Union’s 12th man. What will 2012 hold for the biggest name on the Union?
The PSP offers some gut reactions to the release of the Union’s 2012 schedule.
Roundup of reaction to 2012 Union schedule. Adu says, “my dream is to play in Spain.” Riley on Indy’s draft plans, McNeill and Buczkowski re-signed. Henry loan to Arsenal official. Ching says he will go to Montreal. More news.
Home opener on Mar. 18 will be against Colorado. 14 games will be nationally televised. The Union will host New York, DC and New England at PPL twice.
MLS will release its 2012 schedule at 2pm. Williams “most impressive” right back at U-23 camp. Tasha Kai re-signs with the Independence. New coin explains offside rule. More news.
The PSP takes a look at the Union’s little engine that could and hopes the team will secure his future in Philadelphia.