or even unexpected -- result. The finalists were determined with special consideration given to the importance of the match in which the noteworthy performance occurred.
CREW STADIUM ENTRY: U.S. MNT 2, Mexico 0 - September 3 - Columbus, Ohio - Steve Ralston and DaMarcus Beasley notch goals and the U.S. defense led by Oguchi Onyewu hold Mexico to just two shots on goal to clinch a spot in the 2006 FIFA World Cup with a victory over their arch rival at Columbus Crew Stadium.
A new award for this year, this award is for the best unplanned, in-the-moment goal celebration by a U.S. National Team player.
CREW STADIUM ENTRY: DAMARCUS BEASLEY jukes out Oguchi Onyewu, then Steve Ralston in the six-yard box before Brian McBride catches him and the rest of the team piles on - U.S. MNT 2, Mexico 0 - September 3
This reward goes to the best behind-the-scenes all
access video segment that was posted on ussoccer.com in 2005. Whether you liked it because it was intriguing, informative or just plain humorous, you've watched it multiple times or emailed the link to your soccer buddies.CREW ENTRY: "Blood Work" - March 11 - Frankie Hedjuk jokes, Jon Busch squirms and Taylor Twellman almost passes out as the U.S. Men's National Team turns the usual mundane activity of drawing blood into an entertaining experience.
CREW STADIUM ENTRY: "Highlights and Post-Game Celebration" - September 3 - A tantalizing collection of game highlights, post-game interviews and celebrations shots from on the field and in the locker room of the U.S. Men's National Team's victory over Mexico, which clinched a spot in the 2006 FIFA World Cup.
This reward goes to the best audio podcast featured on ussoccer.com. An Audio Diary, a CoachCast or just a straight interview, the winning podcast provided you with the best insight into a national player or team.
CREW STADIUM ENTRY: U.S. Men's National Team players and staff reminisce about where they were when the U.S. defeated Mexico in the "Guerra Fria" in Columbus on Feb. 28, 2001, as they prepare for to face their arch rival in qualifying once again at Crew Stadium.
This award goes to the picture featured on ussoccer.com during the year that made you go, "How'd they get THAT shot."
CREW STADIUM ENTRY: Steve Ralston raises his arms in celebration along with the entire Columbus Crew Stadium crowd after DaMarcus Beasley puts the U.S. up 2-0 against Mexico.
CREW STADIUM ENTRY: DaMarcus Beasley is all concentration as he buries the second goal against Mexico in a 2-0 victory that ensured the U.S. a spot in the 2006 FIFA World Cup.
CREW COACHES REMAIN ON THE ROAD SCOUTING
Columbus Crew Head Coach Sigi Schmid and the Crew coaching staff will remain on the road this weekend, scouting the NCAA Men's Division I quarterfinals on Dec. 2-4.
PASION DE GOL SET FOR THURSDAY AT 5 P.M. ON RADIO SOL, 1550-AM
Crew Assistant Coach Eduardo "Eddie" Carvacho hosts Pasion de Gol (Passion for Goals), an hour-long soccer show every Thursday from 5-6 p.m. on Spanish radio station Radio Sol, 1550-AM. Radio Sol is also the Spanish radio play-by-play home for all Crew home games. The show is geared toward The Crew and Major League Soccer, as well as the numerous Hispanic players, coaches and administrators around the league and country.
SHOP CREW GEAR AT CREW STADIUM FOR ALL YOUR HOLIDAY NEEDS, YOUR FAVORITE CREW APPAREL IS NOW UP TO 50 PERCENT OFF
The Crew Gear store at Crew Stadium is offering special holiday sales of up to 50 percent off. Items available on sale are Crew jerseys, t-shirts, balls, hats, sweatshirts, winter caps, blankets and more. Crew Gear Store is open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., (Store closed December 23-January 3).
