SALT LAKE CITY (Monday, August 13, 2007) - Several Real Salt Lake players and coaches will be hitting the town this week while preparing for Saturday's showdown with Cuauhtémoc Blanco and the Chicago Fire. Media members interested in attending or covering any of these events are asked to contact John Koluder in the RSL Media Relations Department at 801-924-8584 or jkoluder@RealSaltLake.com.
Who: DF Matias Mantilla
When: Monday, August 13-14 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. MT
Where: Centennial Park 5415 W. 3100 S. in Salt Lake City
What: RSL trialist Matias Mantilla will be conducting a clinic on behalf of Real Salt Lake. Each participant will receive two tickets to the RSL vs. Chicago Fire game this Saturday, August 18.
Who: Head Coach Jason Kreis, MF Chris Lancos, GK Nick Rimando
When: Tuesday, August 14 from 6:00-7:00 p.m. MT
Where: Jerry Seiner Downtown Salt Lake GM Dealership; 1530 South 500 West in Salt Lake City
What: Chris Lancos and Nick Rimando will join Head Coach Jason Kreis on Tuesday evening for this week's edition of the "Jerry Seiner RSL Coaches Show" on KALL 700 Sports. The radio voice of RSL, Bill Riley, will host the show on location from 6:00-7:00 p.m. MT. Fans are encouraged to come down to Jerry Seiner's to ask their questions directly to the new RSL coach and players.
Who: DF Dustin Kirby
When: Tuesday, August 14 from 3:00-3:30 p.m. MT
Where: Davis County Library, Layton City Commons; 155 North Wasatch Drive in Layton, UT
What: Dustin Kirby will be speaking to kids at the Davis County Library about being a professional athlete, staying fit, how to prepare for a game, and living a healthy lifestyle.
Who: DF Willis Forko
When: Wednesday, August 15 from 6:00-7:00 p.m. MT
Where: Real Sports kiosk at Fashion Place Mall; 6191 S. State Street in Murray
What: Willis Forko will be appearing at the Real Sports merchandise kiosk at Murray's Fashion Place Mall. Get an autograph from Forko while you check out the latest RSL gear or purchase tickets for this Saturday's contest against the Fire!
Who: All RSL Players and Coaches
When: Thursday, August 16 from 6:00-9:00 p.m. MT
Where: Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort; Highway 210, Little Cottonwood Canyon in Snowbird, UT
What: Real Salt Lake will host its Third Annual "Meet the Team Day" at Snowbird Resort. Season ticket holders are invited to Snowbird an evening of family fun, which will include picture and autograph opportunities with all RSL players and coaches.
Who: Head Coach Jason Kreis
When: Friday, August 17 from 2:00-3:30 p.m. MT
Where: Butterfield Park 6212 W. 14200 S. in Herriman, UT
What: Jason Kreis will be appearing at the USA/adidas Tournament
Who: GK Kyle Reynish
When: Saturday, August 18 from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. MT
Where: Cabela's Outfitters; 2502 W. Grand Terrace Parkway in Lehi, UT
What: Kyle Reynish will be appearing at Cabela's Kids Free Fishing Day. Kyle will be available for autographs and pictures.
