Jarryd Speaks!: Here Comes Vancouver

Jarryd is back! And he's excited about facing off against Vancouver. Here's what he has to say:

Hey Everyone!

This week I am bringing you all the latest news on how the team and I feel about the upcoming game against the Vancouver Whitecaps.

The anxiousness and excitement is definitely building amongst the guys on the squad, for we now how big of a game this is and how important it is for us to get a positive result; 3 points! As a group, we have had a very hard week of work and definitely put our time in on the practice field.

We hope to take the things the coaching staff has been trying to instill in us and put them into effect during the game. After last week's home opener left us all wanting a bit more and disappointed about the end result, we hope to build upon what we started and achieve success.

Bottom Line, we as a team have to do what it takes to win. We are a team composed of strong character and if everyone does their role, we should be very hard to beat.

On a personal note, I am excited to see and play against my good friend Zourab who is now a member of the Vancouver Whitecaps. Quick shout out to you Z!

Hope to see everyone at the stadium on Saturday!

JG 14 out.

The New Miami FC Captain Is...

The team announced that Zach Kirby [right] will be assuming the captain's role for the Blues this season and is looking forward to facing the obstacles and challenges that come along with that responsibility. Zach has been the kind of player that has led by example and head coach Victor Pastora is confident that Zach will be more than capable of leading this Miami FC squad.

"Zach seemed like the perfect candidate to be our captain," Pastora said. "He leads by example and truly cares for the prosperity for this project. We have many good leaders on the team, Zach was chosen for the job."

Opener Reflections

Zach also had some thoughts after the home opener this past Saturday after Miami FC earned their first point of the season in a draw with the visiting Rochester Rhinos. The newly named captain was not satisfied, looking to build on what went right and also improve upon the things that didn't:

"As a team and an organization you strive to win every game possible. Coming away with a tie in the season opener was a little disappointing. Yet, there were still many positive moments throughout the match that we will surely build upon. Every week is a new challenge and it is our goal to get continually better every day. Great relationships are being formed amongst teammates every day and the chemistry is very evident. With the right preparation and attitude I am confident that we will perform well every week.

Thanks to the fans for their continued support and we are all looking forward to a successful weekend!"

The Blues return to the pitch this Saturday, April 17 at Lockhart Stadium to take on the Vancouver Whitecaps. Game time is set for 7:30 p.m. and we hope to see you all out at the stadium!

Zach Attack!

The regular season is looming and Zach Kirby [right], returning for his second season with the club, is ready to go! Zach feels this team has something to prove this season and he is anxious to get out there on Saturday night as Miami FC prepares for the new season:

Opening day is quickly approaching. The previous month has been filled with hard work and committment from a great group of people on and off the field. The chemistry maning the players continues to improve every day while the front office is working diligently to prepare for the beginning of the 2010 season. I can see the unity with this collective effort, and it has created a noticable aura. The talent, enthusiasm and work ethic are all there for this to be a successful season. We have built and efficient machine and will continue to improve our efforts every day we step foot on the field. I am extremely excited for match day and proving to everyone that this will be a season to remember. This is our family. And we will protect our home field from any intruders.

Vamos Miami!

Bonding at the Pub

Our PR Director, Ignacio Rodriguez, made his way out to an Irish pub called Biddy Earlys to watch Manchester United take on Chelsea over the weekend. Ignacio went along with one of Miami FC's latest signings, Martyn Lancaster, to check out the game and hang out with some the local fans. Here's Martyn having a hearty breakfast meal [right]!

Needless to say, the English love their soccer! Ignacio and Martyn had a fantastic time bonding with the English fans at the pub as they cheered on their teams. Unfortunately for the Man U fans, Chelsea picked up the victory. The picture say it all!

The owners of the pub were warm and welcoming, they really have a good place going with Earlys. Great atmosphere to watch some great soccer!

There is a frenzy for soccer at the grassroots level in South Florida from all different kinds of backgrounds. It really is quite a reflection of the diversity that exists in this region.

As the season nears, we hope to channel some of that excitement in the stands with the exciting product Miami FC will be on the field. Welcome to exciting times!

Jarryd Speaks! #2

Fan favorite Jarryd Goldberg [right] has been kind enough to send us his thoughts as the season opener approaches and what he hopes to accomplish over the course of the 2010 regular season. Jarryd has been one of the hardest working members of the Miami FC family since he arrived and he looks to continue that trend this year:

So, I have been in pre season now for a total of 29 days and the team is really starting to take shape. With a bunch of new signings and players still on their way to Miami, we don't have everyone in camp yet which is tough, but we are definitely bonding as a team and getting more familiar with each other. Preseason has been good, strenuous, and long. We have been putting in a lot of hours but we know in the long run that this will pay off. The season is a race, not a sprint, and building a foundation and a good core is a necessity to keep things going each week of the season.

The event we had last week, debuting the home and away kits, was really cool! America's Backyard is definitely a hopping place and the guys and I are looking forward to spending some time there with the fans after each of the home games. And did you see that baby blue away jersey? That kit is hot like fire!

On a personal note, I am trying hard this year to build on last year and help this team get to the playoffs and be successful. I am very excited about the guys I will be playing alongside. Apart from the playing side of things, I am also trying this year to become more involved in the surrounding Miami/Ft. Lauderdale communities. For me, I think community involvement is very important, especially when what you do for a living is a career where kids look up to you and strive to do what you do.

Hope everyone is good and I will catch up with you guys after our preseason game this Friday.

JG 14 out.

Jarryd Speaks! #1

Jarryd Goldberg [right, in a more rugged look!] had some thoughts after Miami FC's preseason match against a tough Florida Gulf Coast squad. Jarryd lets us know that while the team did pick up the victory, he still feels there is more work to be done and the team is determined to get that work done:

The game against Florida Gulf Coast was an okay performance by the squad. We had a bunch of objectives that we set forth to complete as a unit and completed most of them, but I think as a group we were too focused on completing the objectives that we lost focus of just playing the game. We won the game 1-0 with a good goal off of a direct kick, but we were not fully satisfied with our performance. Yes a win is a win, but we have and will regroup and put the work in this week to play even better in our game on Friday. Our goal is to keep progressing as a unit and prepare ourselves as best we can for the start of the season.

We welcomed Christian Gomez at practice several days ago and also did the "beep test". Fun stuff! But hey, gotta put the work in to get the results!

JG 14 out.

Welcome Aboard, Christian Gomez!

The Blues added some firepower to their midfield with the signing of Christian Gomez, who previously played with D.C. United of Major League Soccer.

The Argentinean midfielder has an established career, which he will be sharing with South Florida; he was considered one of the best players in the league after winning the Major League Soccer (MVP) award in 2006.

Miami FC is continuing to solidify what they believe is the deepest roster they have put together in team history, a deep midfield filled with talented youth and seasoned veterans that is now strengthened by the addition of Gomez. During his six years in MLS -five of which were with D.C. United- Gomez notched 48 goals in 144 appearances.

And talk about a player who can make things happen on the field. Take a look for yourselves in the video below.

Needless to say, the team is ecstatic with the addition. Meanwhile, the anticipation for the season opener intensifies. Is it April 10th yet?