The Kansas City Wizards Reserves defeated the Kansas City Brass (PDL), 2-0, Monday morning. The match consisted of two 35-minute halves. Defender Aaron Hohlbein headed the first goal in off of midfielder Lance Watson's corner kick. Forward Willy Guadarrama followed with a goal from 18 yards out.
Jimmy Conrad on Food Network Monday, July 2
Earlier this year, Kansas City Wizards defender Jimmy Conrad traveled to New York City to appear in a segment on the Food Network's hit show Emeril Live. Both Conrad and Colorado Rapids midfielder Pablo Mastroeni taped a segment with celebrity chef Emeril, which included an abundance of both gourmet food and wine - although Conrad didn't want to disclose the recipe of the day until the show airs.
"Pablo and I had a great time in New York," Conrad said. "To have the opportunity to go on Emeril Live was something that I'll never forget. I've been eagerly anticipating this appearance on television for quite some time."
The show will air Monday, July 2, at 7 p.m. (CT).
Wizards Holding KCW Juniors Youth Development Tryouts This Week at William Jewell College
Tryouts for the three KCW Juniors teams will take place this week at William Jewell College in Liberty, Missouri. The KCW Juniors will be made up of the best young soccer players from Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Iowa and Oklahoma.
So far, over 250 players have signed up and more walk-up participants are expected. There will be no charge for trying out.
To enroll for tryouts, click on the following registration page: https://www.htgsports.net/registration/registration.aspx?id=198
Walk-up registration will also be accepted.
Tryouts are scheduled as follows:
June 18th and June 19th Main Stadium*
U-15 boys 5:00-6:15 pm
U-16 boys 6:30-7:45 pm
U-17 boys 8:00-9:15 pm
June 20th Grass Game Field
U-15 boys 5:00-6:15 pm
U-16 boys 6:30-7:45 pm
U-17 boys 8:00-9:15 pm
*The main stadium field is field turf. All types of shoes are usable.
Directions to William Jewell College:
William Jewell College
500 College Hill
Liberty, MO 64068, US
Kansas City Wizards, Celsius Tannery, Jenny Matthews To Hold Wizards Starting 11 Girls Tryouts Thursday, June 21
The Kansas City Wizards, Celsius Tannery and Mix 93.3 mid-day host Jenny Matthews are excited to announce the creation of a new hospitality team to represent the Wizards organization. Jenny will be the team captain and be in charge of selecting the other members of the squad.
The selection party will be held at Fuel (119th and Metcalf in Rosana Square) on Thursday, June 21, at 6:30 p.m. Jenny, along with local celebrity judges, will evaluate the girls based on personality and select finalists at the end of the night.
The Starting 11 Girls team is designed to be a personality-based squad that will be involved in game day events before, during and after Wizards matches.
The deadline to enter the contest is soon. In order to enter, interested females over 21 can send a photo, a short bio, and a few sentences explaining why you think you would be a great Starting 11 Girl to:
Jenny Matthews
Director of the Starting 11 Girls
jenny@kcwizards.com
Interested parties can also fill out an online registration through June 24 at www.CelsiusTan.com.
The Starting 11 Girls will receive:
Kansas City Wizards - 4 season tickets
Celsius Tannery - Free tanning
Bella B's Boutique - VIP shopping card and jeweled tank
Double Take Salon and Day Spa - Free haircut with Master Stylist Huy
Skin Deep Med Spa - A complimentary service of your choice
Botox and Jubiderm - Complimentary product
Mix 93.3 - $50 gift certificates to local restaurants
Complimentary attire, including Adidas footwear
TV exposure; be a part of Wizards Weekly, a TV show on Metro Sports
Opportunities to meet and mingle with some of Kansas City's top executives
Kansas City Wizards, DiGiorno Pizza Offer DiGiorno Ultimate Family Four Packs
The Kansas City Wizards and DiGiorno Pizza are proud to offer the DiGiorno Ultimate Family Four Pack. Available for all Sunday home matches for $59 plus a $5 one-time shipping fee, families who purchase a DiGiorno Ultimate Family Four Pack will receive:
4 game tickets
4 Wizards visors
4 ice cream treats courtesy of Roberts Dairy (redeemable at Arrowhead Stadium)
1 DiGiorno Ultimate pizza coupon (redeemable at Kansas City-area Price Chopper locations)
All DiGiorno Ultimate Family Four Packs must be purchased in advance. The deadline is Friday at 3 p.m. prior to a Sunday match. Packages purchased on the Tuesday of game week or later will be available at will call outside Gate D. All other packages ordered will be mailed. Additional tickets beyond the four included in the family pack may be purchased for $16 each.
Games for which the DiGiorno Ultimate Family Four Pack is offered:
Sunday, June 24; 4 p.m. CT
Sunday, July 1; 7 p.m. CT
Sunday, July 22; 7 p.m. CT
Sunday, July 29; 6 p.m. CT
Sunday, August 19; 7 p.m. CT
DiGiorno Ultimate Family Four Packs may be ordered online at www.kcwizards.com/familypack by phone or by mail-in forms available at the Kansas City Wizards offices. For more information, contact the Wizards ticket office at (913) 387-3400.
Wizards vs. LA Galaxy Hat Trick Package On Sale Now
In anticipation of the Wizards game against the LA Galaxy on Thursday, Sept. 27, the Kansas City Wizards are offering the LA Galaxy Hat Trick Package. The games offered in the package include the Wizards vs. Colorado Rapids on July 22, the Wizards vs. New England Revolution on August 19, and the Wizards vs. LA Galaxy on Sept. 27. Seat locations for the July 22 and August 19 games will be the best available in the Sideline Reserved section. For the LA Galaxy game, featuring international superstar David Beckham, Landon Donovan, and Cobi Jones, fans will be in front-row Club Level seats.
There are only around 200 tickets available for this package, and seats will fill up fast. The LA Galaxy Hat Trick Package costs just $88, plus a $5 one-time shipping fee, and is only available through the Wizards offices at (913) 387-3400. Hurry and buy your package to get close to the Wizards this season.
Miss Soccer Kansas City Tryouts Saturday, June 24
The last tryout opportunity for the 2007 Miss Soccer Kansas City contest will take place Saturday, June 24, before the Kansas City Wizards match at Arrowhead Stadium. Tryouts will take place from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. at Soccer Celebration. All girls ages 18 and under are encouraged to take advantage of this unique opportunity. The contestants will be judged on personality, enthusiasm, and soccer skills. Any further questions may be directed to the Kansas City Wizards Communications Department. The winners will be announced at the Wizards game on July 1.
All-Star Voting Continues
Online fan ballots are now being accepted for the 2007 Sierra Mist MLS All-Star Game, which will pit the best in MLS against perennial Scottish powerhouse Celtic FC on July 19 at Dick's Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City, Colo. Vote up to 10 times per day to make your Kansas City Wizards 2007 All-Stars.
To vote, visit the kcwizards.com home page and click the All-Star ballot. Each person can vote up to 10 times per day. Voting ends on Monday, June 25, 2007.
In addition, Kansas City Wizards first-year Head Coach Curt Onalfo is in the running to be elected the 2007 All-Star Coach. This spot is determined by the average amount of points a team gains per game through June 24. As of Monday, June 18, the Wizards have accumulated 20 points in 10 games, which averages out to approximately 2 points per game. Currently, the Wizards are first in points throughout the League, with New England trailing close behind with an average of 1.91 points per game.
No Jimmy Conrad Show This Week
Due to the Wizards travel and game schedule, The Jimmy Conrad Show will not air this week. The Wizards will play at Columbus Wednesday evening at 6:30 p.m. The Jimmy Conrad Show will resume live at 810 Zone on the Plaza next Wednesday, June 27.
Wizards Weekly on Metro Sports
Wizards Weekly, the official Kansas City Wizards weekly highlight show, broadcast on Metro Sports Thursday at 11:30 p.m., Friday and 4 p.m. and again Saturday at 11:30 a.m., will feature Head Coach Curt Onalfo and forward Yura Movsisyan.
Wizards in the Community
Who: The Kansas City Wizards Coaches, Players, and Staff
When: Friday, June 22
What: A group of 50 Boys & Girls Club children will take a field trip to watch their Kansas City Wizards at work on the soccer field. The kids will receive team posters to be autographed by their favorite players during a special autograph session after training.
Who: D Jack Jewsbury, GK Chris Konopka
When: Friday, June 22
What: Jack Jewsbury and Chris Konopka will be attending sports camp on Friday, June 22, with YMCA athletes. The players will speak about working hard, setting goals, and staying drug-free. After talking, they will hold a mini-clinic to work on soccer skills with the children.
Upcoming Wizards Game Promotions
June 24
Kansas City Wizards vs. Houston Dynamo: 4 p.m. (CT) (Telefutura, Metro Sports)
Featured Promotion: Soccer Celebration.
Festivities include music and children's activities.
July 1
Kansas City Wizards vs. Toronto FC: 7 p.m. (CT) (Metro Sports)
Featured Promotion: Post-game Fireworks Extravaganza and "Salute Our Heroes Night".
Festivities will involve local fire and police departments and military units
July 4
Kansas City Wizards vs. D.C. United: 12 p.m. (CT) (Metro Sports)
Featured Promotion: "Family Funfest Night" and Gail's Harley-Davidson T-Shirt Wednesday giveaway.
Upcoming Training Schedule
Tuesday, June 19
Training: 10 a.m. (Sprint World Headquarters Campus)
Depart for Columbus: early afternoon
Wednesday, June 20
Kansas City Wizards at Columbus Crew: 6:30 p.m. (CT) (Metro Sports)
Thursday, June 21
Travel Day
Friday, June 22
Training: 3 p.m. (Swope Park Training Center; details forthcoming)
Sunday, June 24
Kansas City Wizards vs. Houston Dynamo: 4 p.m. (CT) (Metro Sports)
Training on Tuesday, June 19, will take place at the Sprint World Headquarters in Overland Park (119th and Nall). Beginning on Friday, June 22, ALL future training sessions will take place at the Kansas City Wizards Swope Park Training Center (63rd and Lewis Rd.).
