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Comment on XI: A New North American Soccer Magazine by Tom Dunmore

Tom Dunmore — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 22:48:37 +0000

Pat – not exactly a North American version of the Blizzard, though that’s certainly a wonderful publication and a great inspiration. Instead of mainly essays, XI aims to explore various forms (long-form writing, photographs, illustrations, etc) arranged to explore one topic per issue (mainly from a North American perspective). There’ll be both print and digital forms available. Thanks very much for any support you can give, let us know any other questions!

Comment on XI: A New North American Soccer Magazine by Pat

Pat — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 22:44:47 +0000

are you aiming for a North American centric version of the blizzard? pdf, hard copy, or both? good luck – i’ll be donating.

Comment on XI: A New North American Soccer Magazine by QWK KCKS: Making Love to the Ball | KCKRS

QWK KCKS: Making Love to the Ball | KCKRS — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 13:30:50 +0000

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Comment on Away Days: FC United of Manchester by Michael Upton

Michael Upton — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 13:13:29 +0000

Great photos, especially for anyone who’s ever watched football at non-league level. As a long-time Harrogate Town fan, the pic of Kendal Town’s ground really brought back memories. Where are all the photos from wet Tuesday nights in February, though?

Comment on DIY Graphics: Portland Timbers Supporter Propaganda by Curtis Wallis

Curtis Wallis — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 03:24:31 +0000

Great style. I am a huge fan of this style. I agree would make a great series and collectibles.

Comment on District Ultras: Small Numbers, Big Support In DC by Weekend Warrior

Weekend Warrior — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 20:51:35 +0000

Big-E –
The banners stay up for a grand total of maybe 5 minutes at the beginning of the games. Nobody complains about blocked views. The important thing is having people in the section who care about the game and the team, not just tailgating and drinking.

QUALITY OVER QUANTITY.

Comment on District Ultras: Small Numbers, Big Support In DC by Srdan

Srdan — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 05:59:17 +0000

Don’t forget we did this exact thing from 2004-2009 in midfield Fortress RFK and Heart of a Lion were about same size of things we do now (also first 2 pictures are from midfield before we got a section).

Comment on District Ultras: Small Numbers, Big Support In DC by Big-E

Big-E — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 03:03:07 +0000

Yeah. Plus when there are only like a dozen guys in your entire section, it is important to have big signs! Let’s be clear, you can’t put up giant signs and leave them there because you’ll block the view of everyone behind you. We have the same issue mid-field, so we worked it out to keep the great seating areas!

Comment on District Ultras: Small Numbers, Big Support In DC by Theo

Theo — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 04:31:39 +0000

Great article! I’ve been with the DU for the whole last season and the very final part of the one before (september and beyond), I went with them just to try and I decided to stick with it (and I tend to be a little picky about these things, after so many years in Italian stadiums). Although still small, it’s a good group, with a good mix of tifo experience and youth energy – I think we’ll grow over time.

Comment on District Ultras: Small Numbers, Big Support In DC by Brian

Brian — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 21:23:59 +0000

Great article! You guys really have done a great job with tifo. This article actually showed some things that I’d never seen before. What’s also cool is that I was the one who sent the DU the picture with the caption “DC United versus Chicago, 10.15.11″. I handle tifo for the Screaming Eagles, and Srdan’s definitely the front runner for best tifo guy (I like to think I’m getting better).

DU are a cool bunch of people and we definitely need to make some joint tifo at some point. Can’t wait until March 10th!