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**BigE** · 01-23-2012, 05:03 PM

Reds Open Training Camp
Players will be run through various tests before taking the pitch & facing the media Thursday.

Toronto FC players reported to first day of training camp on Monday at BMO Field. In typical first time fashion, the day was tinged with nervous excitement and waiting. A lot of waiting.

Before the small hand on the clock hit eight Monday morning, team administrator Corey Wray could be seen outside Gate Four of the stadium, exiting a car with three newcomers – SuperDraft pick selections Luis Silva, Aaron Maund and newly signed winger Reggie Lambe. All three players saw the digs on Princes’ Boulevard for the first time.

http://www.torontofc.ca/news/2012/01...-training-camp

**BigE** · 01-25-2012, 08:33 PM

TFC Gears Up For Media Day

Thursday's event will be broadcast live on TorontoFC.ca from 1 p.m. ET with a press conference.

Preseason Update:

With every MLS team now out of the gate in 2012 preseason, several questions surround Toronto FC.

“Who and where are the new defenders?”

“What other players are at camp?”

“What’s the status of Richard Eckersley?”

“How many tickets sold for the Champions League match on March 7 versus LA Galaxy?”

Positively, these questions stem from anticipation this year rather than uncertainty like seasons past. The club will shed light on these and other matters Thursday afternoon at 1 p.m. ET at the TFC Media Day, or #TFCMediaDay, if you are using Twitter and would like to be a part of the conversation.

http://www.torontofc.ca/news/2012/01...ears-media-day

**BigE** · 01-26-2012, 11:44 AM

TFC sign right back Eckersley to permanent deal
Former loanee completes move after parting ways with Burnley

Toronto FC locked up another standout from their up-and-down 2011 campaign on Thursday.

Two weeks after agreeing to a multi-year contract with diminutive attacker Joao Plata, Toronto announced they had completed the signing of right back Richard Eckersley (above, left), who was on loan from Burnley last season. Per team and league policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed.

http://www.mlssoccer.com/news/articl...permanent-deal

**BigE** · 01-26-2012, 05:45 PM

Toronto shore up porous defense with Caicedo to go with Eckersley
Reds expect duo to compete for starting spots on back line

TFC announced the signing of center back Geovanny Caicedo, an Ecuadorian international who played with LDU Quito last year. They also brought right back Richard Eckersley into the fold on a permanent basis after he’d proven to be a stalwart last season while on loan from English club Burnley.

Caicedo, 30, is listed at 6-foot-2, 184 pounds, and has eight caps for Ecuador. He attracted Toronto’s attention when he played for Ecuador in a friendly at BMO Field last June, a 2-2 tie with Canada.

“He has good skills, he has got a lot of experience and is a strong player,” head coach and technical director Aron Winter said on Thursday. “We thought he would be a good fit for our club.”

http://www.mlssoccer.com/news/articl...cedo-eckersley

**BigE** · 01-27-2012, 01:31 PM

2012 Canadian Championship
Rivals to face each other on May 2 and 9
Amway Canada to return as title sponsor of Canadian Championship

TFC will face its Canadian rival, The Montreal Impact , in the semi-final of the 2012 Amway Canadian Championship.

The first game of the home and away aggregate goal series will be played at Olympic Stadium on Wednesday, May 2 while the return match will take place at BMO Field, the following week, on May 9.

The four-team tournament, which includes the Vancouver Whitecaps FC and Edmonton FC, will determine which club will lift the Voyageurs Cup and earn the right to represent Canada in the 2012-2013 CONCACAF Champions League.

**BigE** · 01-29-2012, 05:16 PM

Toronto Takes 41 To Preseason
Reds can carry 30 active players for first and reserve team duty in the 2012 season.

Reds can carry 30 players for its first and reserve teams. Academy players not offered a contract can return to the TFC youth system.

GK – Chad Bush (A), Stefan Frei, Milos Kocic, Quillan Roberts (A)

DF – Mykell Bates (S), Nick Blake (S), Geovanny Caicedo, Adrian Cann, Richard Eckersley, Jeremy Hall, Ty Harden, Doneil Henry, Brandon John (A), Aaron Maund (SD), Ashtone Morgan, Tyler Pasher (A), Dicoy Williams

MF – Eric Avila, Elbekay Bouchiba, Efrain Burgos, Jr. (SD), Sergio Camargo (A), Jay Chapman (A), Oscar Cordon, Julian de Guzman, Terry Dunfield, Torsten Frings, Michael Green (S), Arthur Ivo (S), Reggie Lambe, Nicholas Lindsay, Mike Mazzullo (S), Luis Silva (SD), Matt Stinson

FW – Jordan Hamilton (A), Tristan Jackman (A), Ryan Johnson, Danny Koevermans, Keith Makubuya, Nick Soolsma, Joao Plata, Stefan Vukovic (A)

A – Academy
SD – SuperDraft pick
S – Supplemental Draft pick

Preseason schedule

Jan. 23-Feb. 12: Training in Toronto
Feb. 13-March 4: Training and matches in Orlando, Fla.
Feb. 24-March 4: Disney Pro Soccer Classic at ESPN Wide World of Sports in Orlando, Fla.
• Feb. 25: Match vs. Orlando City SC
• Feb. 28: Match vs. BK Häcken (Sweden)
• March 1: Match vs. FC Dallas
• March 3: TBD - Consolation or Championship Game

http://www.torontofc.ca/news/2012/01...s-41-preseason

**BigE** · 01-31-2012, 03:51 PM

Aceval Arrives In Toronto
Chilean defender latest addition to bolster Aron Winter's TFC backline.

Toronto FC announced Monday that the club has signed defender Miguel Aceval, pending receipt of his International Transfer Certificate. As per team and league policy terms of the deal were not disclosed.

“Miguel is an experienced defender that has a lot of potential and can be very important for our club,” said Toronto FC head Coach & technical director, Aron Winter. “Our defence needed to be addressed during the offseason and this signing complements our recent activity from last week.”

Miguel Aceval
Position: Defender
Height: 6’0
Weight: 210 lbs
Birthdate: January 8, 1983
Hometown: Santiago, Chile
Nationality: Chilean
Last Club: C.D. Universidad de Concepcion
How Acquired: Signed with Toronto FC on Monday, January 30, 2012
Pronunciation: “Me-gul Ah-say-vall”

http://www.torontofc.ca/news/2012/01...rrives-toronto

**BigE** · 02-19-2012, 07:39 PM

Silva Stars In Toronto Triumph
Rookie bags a brace and helps set up a pair in 5-1 victory over University of South Florida.

ORLANDO – Toronto FC won its first 2012 preseason match 5-1 in a friendly against University of South Florida at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex Friday night.

Fourth overall 2012 MLS SuperDraft pick Luis Silva was the star of the evening with an early brace, then helping to set up two other goals – all in a five star first half.

Silva opened the scoring for the Reds when he found himself all alone with the keeper at the fifth minute. The rookie midfielder didn't panic, calmly slotting home to give Toronto the 1-0 lead.

http://www.torontofc.ca/news/2012/02...oronto-triumph

**BigE** · 02-24-2012, 04:04 PM

Broadcast Schedule Unveiled
Release of the long-awaited details
also includes changes to the Reds' 2012 MLS regular season.

Photo: Reds' bid to retain the Trillium Cup versus Columbus will be split between GOL TV Canada & TSN.

Toronto FC released its 2012 broadcast schedule on Friday, along with changes to the original schedule that was released last month. There have been five time changes and one date change. They include:

• Saturday, April 7 at Montreal will now kick-off at 12 p.m. E.T.
• Saturday, May 5 against D.C. United will now kick-off at 4 p.m. ET.
• Sunday, July 8 at Philadelphia will now kick-off at 4 p.m. ET.
• Wednesday, August 15 against Portland will now begin at 7:30 p.m. ET.
• Saturday, October 20 against Montreal, now at 1:30 p.m. ET.

The match against Chicago originally scheduled for Saturday, July 21 at BMO Field will now take place on Wednesday September 12 at 7 p.m. ET

http://www.torontofc.ca/news/2012/02...edule-unveiled

**BigE** · 02-26-2012, 05:30 PM

Toronto & Orlando Play To A Draw

Reds get goals from Miguel Aceval and Torsten Frings to open Disney tourney 2-2.

Toronto FC started the Walt Disney World Pro Soccer Classic with a 2-2 draw against Orlando City Soccer Club.

The Reds fell behind once in each half, only to go level first thanks to a Miguel Aceval free kick and later a Torsten Frings equalizer.

Orlando took a 17th minute lead on a penalty kick from John Rooney, converted after Maxwell Griffin was fouled inside the area by Geovanny Caicedo. The 1-0 lead was received enthusiastically by a raucous crowd that largely believes their city is worthy of a Major League Soccer franchise

http://www.torontofc.ca/news/2012/02...ando-play-draw

**BigE** · 02-29-2012, 08:22 AM

Toronto Triumphs At Disney

Reds beat BK Hacken 3-1 Tuesday to advance to the next round of the preseason tournament.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IWjb2...ature=youtu.be

**BigE** · 03-01-2012, 07:45 PM

Reds Rout Hoops
Silva strikes a brace, Johnson scores as TFC wins 3-0 over Dallas

Photo: Luis Silva (front) mobbed by teammates (via MLS)

Toronto FC rookie Luis Silva roared loud and clear on Thursday night, netting a first-half brace against FC Dallas to lead his side to a 3-0 victory, ensuring an all-Canadian final in the Walt Disney World Pro Soccer Classic in Orlando, Fla.

http://www.torontofc.ca/news/2012/03/reds-rout-hoops

**BigE** · 03-15-2012, 06:56 AM

LA fall 2-1 to TFC in CCL
TFC move on to represent MLS in tournament

http://www.lagalaxy.com/content/marc...-la-vs-toronto

http://www.torontofc.ca/news/2012/03...ccl-semifinals

**BigE** · 03-20-2012, 04:44 PM

Frings injury leaves Toronto scrambling for solution

The loss of Designated Player Torsten Frings has Toronto FC suddenly scrambling for an answer – one that hopefully includes plugging the huge hole on their back line for at least a month.

The team learned Tuesday that their German captain will miss four to six weeks with a hamstring strain suffered while making a tackle on David Estrada in the 23rd minute of this past Saturday’s 3-1 loss in Seattle. It was both teams’ regular-season opener, and took the air out of Toronto's balloon after an historic CONCACAF Champions League win over LA last week.

http://www.mlssoccer.com/news/articl...bling-solution

**BigE** · 03-29-2012, 12:56 PM

He Said, He Said
Gomez, Morgan give differing accounts of postgame scuffle

Gomez issues warning to TFC

TORONTO — In a game that already featured many different storylines, the bad blood at the conclusion of Wednesday night's CONCACAF Champions League semifinal first leg between Toronto FC and Santos Laguna is what will steal headlines leading up to the rematch.

In the final seconds, TFC defender Ashtone Morgan was apparently head-butted by Santos striker Darwin Quintero and dropped to the pitch. The linesman immediately ran onto the field as the final whistle blew and gave Quintero a straight red card. A dust-up ensued as both team’s benches cleared with players running onto the field to push and shove one another

http://www.mlssoccer.com/ccl/news/ar...accounts-brawl

RECAP: Toronto 1, Santos 1
http://www.mlssoccer.com/matchcenter...or-v-csl/recap

01-23-2012, 05:03 PM	#31 (permalink)
BigE Moderator Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 4,111 Rep Power: 436299	re: Toronto FC Reds Open Training Camp Players will be run through various tests before taking the pitch & facing the media Thursday. Toronto FC players reported to first day of training camp on Monday at BMO Field. In typical first time fashion, the day was tinged with nervous excitement and waiting. A lot of waiting. Before the small hand on the clock hit eight Monday morning, team administrator Corey Wray could be seen outside Gate Four of the stadium, exiting a car with three newcomers – SuperDraft pick selections Luis Silva, Aaron Maund and newly signed winger Reggie Lambe. All three players saw the digs on Princes’ Boulevard for the first time. http://www.torontofc.ca/news/2012/01...-training-camp

01-25-2012, 08:33 PM	#32 (permalink)
BigE Moderator Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 4,111 Rep Power: 436299	re: Toronto FC TFC Gears Up For Media Day Thursday's event will be broadcast live on TorontoFC.ca from 1 p.m. ET with a press conference. Preseason Update: With every MLS team now out of the gate in 2012 preseason, several questions surround Toronto FC. “Who and where are the new defenders?” “What other players are at camp?” “What’s the status of Richard Eckersley?” “How many tickets sold for the Champions League match on March 7 versus LA Galaxy?” Positively, these questions stem from anticipation this year rather than uncertainty like seasons past. The club will shed light on these and other matters Thursday afternoon at 1 p.m. ET at the TFC Media Day, or #TFCMediaDay, if you are using Twitter and would like to be a part of the conversation. http://www.torontofc.ca/news/2012/01...ears-media-day

01-26-2012, 11:44 AM	#33 (permalink)
BigE Moderator Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 4,111 Rep Power: 436299	re: Toronto FC TFC sign right back Eckersley to permanent deal Former loanee completes move after parting ways with Burnley Toronto FC locked up another standout from their up-and-down 2011 campaign on Thursday. Two weeks after agreeing to a multi-year contract with diminutive attacker Joao Plata, Toronto announced they had completed the signing of right back Richard Eckersley (above, left), who was on loan from Burnley last season. Per team and league policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed. http://www.mlssoccer.com/news/articl...permanent-deal

01-26-2012, 05:45 PM	#34 (permalink)
BigE Moderator Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 4,111 Rep Power: 436299	re: Toronto FC Toronto shore up porous defense with Caicedo to go with Eckersley Reds expect duo to compete for starting spots on back line TFC announced the signing of center back Geovanny Caicedo, an Ecuadorian international who played with LDU Quito last year. They also brought right back Richard Eckersley into the fold on a permanent basis after he’d proven to be a stalwart last season while on loan from English club Burnley. Caicedo, 30, is listed at 6-foot-2, 184 pounds, and has eight caps for Ecuador. He attracted Toronto’s attention when he played for Ecuador in a friendly at BMO Field last June, a 2-2 tie with Canada. “He has good skills, he has got a lot of experience and is a strong player,” head coach and technical director Aron Winter said on Thursday. “We thought he would be a good fit for our club.” http://www.mlssoccer.com/news/articl...cedo-eckersley

01-27-2012, 01:31 PM	#35 (permalink)
BigE Moderator Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 4,111 Rep Power: 436299	re: Toronto FC 2012 Canadian Championship Rivals to face each other on May 2 and 9 Amway Canada to return as title sponsor of Canadian Championship TFC will face its Canadian rival, The Montreal Impact , in the semi-final of the 2012 Amway Canadian Championship. The first game of the home and away aggregate goal series will be played at Olympic Stadium on Wednesday, May 2 while the return match will take place at BMO Field, the following week, on May 9. The four-team tournament, which includes the Vancouver Whitecaps FC and Edmonton FC, will determine which club will lift the Voyageurs Cup and earn the right to represent Canada in the 2012-2013 CONCACAF Champions League.

01-29-2012, 05:16 PM	#36 (permalink)
BigE Moderator Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 4,111 Rep Power: 436299	re: Toronto FC Toronto Takes 41 To Preseason Reds can carry 30 active players for first and reserve team duty in the 2012 season. Reds can carry 30 players for its first and reserve teams. Academy players not offered a contract can return to the TFC youth system. GK – Chad Bush (A), Stefan Frei, Milos Kocic, Quillan Roberts (A) DF – Mykell Bates (S), Nick Blake (S), Geovanny Caicedo, Adrian Cann, Richard Eckersley, Jeremy Hall, Ty Harden, Doneil Henry, Brandon John (A), Aaron Maund (SD), Ashtone Morgan, Tyler Pasher (A), Dicoy Williams MF – Eric Avila, Elbekay Bouchiba, Efrain Burgos, Jr. (SD), Sergio Camargo (A), Jay Chapman (A), Oscar Cordon, Julian de Guzman, Terry Dunfield, Torsten Frings, Michael Green (S), Arthur Ivo (S), Reggie Lambe, Nicholas Lindsay, Mike Mazzullo (S), Luis Silva (SD), Matt Stinson FW – Jordan Hamilton (A), Tristan Jackman (A), Ryan Johnson, Danny Koevermans, Keith Makubuya, Nick Soolsma, Joao Plata, Stefan Vukovic (A) A – Academy SD – SuperDraft pick S – Supplemental Draft pick Preseason schedule Jan. 23-Feb. 12: Training in Toronto Feb. 13-March 4: Training and matches in Orlando, Fla. Feb. 24-March 4: Disney Pro Soccer Classic at ESPN Wide World of Sports in Orlando, Fla. • Feb. 25: Match vs. Orlando City SC • Feb. 28: Match vs. BK Häcken (Sweden) • March 1: Match vs. FC Dallas • March 3: TBD - Consolation or Championship Game http://www.torontofc.ca/news/2012/01...s-41-preseason

01-31-2012, 03:51 PM	#37 (permalink)
BigE Moderator Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 4,111 Rep Power: 436299	re: Toronto FC Aceval Arrives In Toronto Chilean defender latest addition to bolster Aron Winter's TFC backline. Toronto FC announced Monday that the club has signed defender Miguel Aceval, pending receipt of his International Transfer Certificate. As per team and league policy terms of the deal were not disclosed. “Miguel is an experienced defender that has a lot of potential and can be very important for our club,” said Toronto FC head Coach & technical director, Aron Winter. “Our defence needed to be addressed during the offseason and this signing complements our recent activity from last week.” Miguel Aceval Position: Defender Height: 6’0 Weight: 210 lbs Birthdate: January 8, 1983 Hometown: Santiago, Chile Nationality: Chilean Last Club: C.D. Universidad de Concepcion How Acquired: Signed with Toronto FC on Monday, January 30, 2012 Pronunciation: “Me-gul Ah-say-vall” http://www.torontofc.ca/news/2012/01...rrives-toronto

02-19-2012, 07:39 PM	#38 (permalink)
BigE Moderator Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 4,111 Rep Power: 436299	re: Toronto FC Silva Stars In Toronto Triumph Rookie bags a brace and helps set up a pair in 5-1 victory over University of South Florida. ORLANDO – Toronto FC won its first 2012 preseason match 5-1 in a friendly against University of South Florida at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex Friday night. Fourth overall 2012 MLS SuperDraft pick Luis Silva was the star of the evening with an early brace, then helping to set up two other goals – all in a five star first half. Silva opened the scoring for the Reds when he found himself all alone with the keeper at the fifth minute. The rookie midfielder didn't panic, calmly slotting home to give Toronto the 1-0 lead. http://www.torontofc.ca/news/2012/02...oronto-triumph

02-24-2012, 04:04 PM	#39 (permalink)
BigE Moderator Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 4,111 Rep Power: 436299	re: Toronto FC Broadcast Schedule Unveiled Release of the long-awaited details also includes changes to the Reds' 2012 MLS regular season. Photo: Reds' bid to retain the Trillium Cup versus Columbus will be split between GOL TV Canada & TSN. Toronto FC released its 2012 broadcast schedule on Friday, along with changes to the original schedule that was released last month. There have been five time changes and one date change. They include: • Saturday, April 7 at Montreal will now kick-off at 12 p.m. E.T. • Saturday, May 5 against D.C. United will now kick-off at 4 p.m. ET. • Sunday, July 8 at Philadelphia will now kick-off at 4 p.m. ET. • Wednesday, August 15 against Portland will now begin at 7:30 p.m. ET. • Saturday, October 20 against Montreal, now at 1:30 p.m. ET. The match against Chicago originally scheduled for Saturday, July 21 at BMO Field will now take place on Wednesday September 12 at 7 p.m. ET http://www.torontofc.ca/news/2012/02...edule-unveiled

02-26-2012, 05:30 PM	#40 (permalink)
BigE Moderator Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 4,111 Rep Power: 436299	re: Toronto FC Toronto & Orlando Play To A Draw Reds get goals from Miguel Aceval and Torsten Frings to open Disney tourney 2-2. Toronto FC started the Walt Disney World Pro Soccer Classic with a 2-2 draw against Orlando City Soccer Club. The Reds fell behind once in each half, only to go level first thanks to a Miguel Aceval free kick and later a Torsten Frings equalizer. Orlando took a 17th minute lead on a penalty kick from John Rooney, converted after Maxwell Griffin was fouled inside the area by Geovanny Caicedo. The 1-0 lead was received enthusiastically by a raucous crowd that largely believes their city is worthy of a Major League Soccer franchise http://www.torontofc.ca/news/2012/02...ando-play-draw

02-29-2012, 08:22 AM	#41 (permalink)
BigE Moderator Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 4,111 Rep Power: 436299	re: Toronto FC Toronto Triumphs At Disney Reds beat BK Hacken 3-1 Tuesday to advance to the next round of the preseason tournament. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IWjb2...ature=youtu.be

03-01-2012, 07:45 PM	#42 (permalink)
BigE Moderator Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 4,111 Rep Power: 436299	re: Toronto FC Reds Rout Hoops Silva strikes a brace, Johnson scores as TFC wins 3-0 over Dallas Photo: Luis Silva (front) mobbed by teammates (via MLS) Toronto FC rookie Luis Silva roared loud and clear on Thursday night, netting a first-half brace against FC Dallas to lead his side to a 3-0 victory, ensuring an all-Canadian final in the Walt Disney World Pro Soccer Classic in Orlando, Fla. http://www.torontofc.ca/news/2012/03/reds-rout-hoops

03-15-2012, 06:56 AM	#43 (permalink)
BigE Moderator Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 4,111 Rep Power: 436299	re: Toronto FC LA fall 2-1 to TFC in CCL TFC move on to represent MLS in tournament http://www.lagalaxy.com/content/marc...-la-vs-toronto http://www.torontofc.ca/news/2012/03...ccl-semifinals

03-20-2012, 04:44 PM	#44 (permalink)
BigE Moderator Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 4,111 Rep Power: 436299	re: Toronto FC Frings injury leaves Toronto scrambling for solution The loss of Designated Player Torsten Frings has Toronto FC suddenly scrambling for an answer – one that hopefully includes plugging the huge hole on their back line for at least a month. The team learned Tuesday that their German captain will miss four to six weeks with a hamstring strain suffered while making a tackle on David Estrada in the 23rd minute of this past Saturday’s 3-1 loss in Seattle. It was both teams’ regular-season opener, and took the air out of Toronto's balloon after an historic CONCACAF Champions League win over LA last week. http://www.mlssoccer.com/news/articl...bling-solution

03-29-2012, 12:56 PM	#45 (permalink)
BigE Moderator Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 4,111 Rep Power: 436299	re: Toronto FC He Said, He Said Gomez, Morgan give differing accounts of postgame scuffle Gomez issues warning to TFC TORONTO — In a game that already featured many different storylines, the bad blood at the conclusion of Wednesday night's CONCACAF Champions League semifinal first leg between Toronto FC and Santos Laguna is what will steal headlines leading up to the rematch. In the final seconds, TFC defender Ashtone Morgan was apparently head-butted by Santos striker Darwin Quintero and dropped to the pitch. The linesman immediately ran onto the field as the final whistle blew and gave Quintero a straight red card. A dust-up ensued as both team’s benches cleared with players running onto the field to push and shove one another http://www.mlssoccer.com/ccl/news/ar...accounts-brawl RECAP: Toronto 1, Santos 1 http://www.mlssoccer.com/matchcenter...or-v-csl/recap

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