Real Salt Lake Weekly Update
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
RSL Communications Dept.
RSL Looks for Two in a Row against Western Foes when Houston Dynamo Visit Saturday
Real Salt Lake (7-8-5, 26 pts.) will look to register back-to-back wins against fellow Western Conference opponents for the first time in 2009 this Saturday, August 15, when the Utah side will play host to the conference-leading Houston Dynamo (11-6-5, 38 pts.) at Rio Tinto Stadium. Saturday's 7:00 p.m. MT kickoff in Sandy, presented by Budweiser, will serve as the nationally-televised Fox Soccer Channel Game of the Week, with pre-game coverage beginning at 6:30 p.m. Fans can also follow the action live via RSL's official radio partners - KALL 700 Sports (coverage beginning with the America First Credit Union Pre-Match Report at 6:00 p.m.) and "Ke Buena" 1600-AM.
Saturday's contest will mark the lone Utah visit of the 2009 season by the Dynamo and the middle of this year's three-game set between RSL and Houston. Real Salt Lake nearly took the full three points from the opening match-up at Robertson Stadium back on June 20, as FW Fabian Espindola's 28th minute tally stood for an hour before Dynamo FW Brian Ching's 89th minute equalizer forced a 1-1 draw. While that result brought Real Salt Lake's career record against the two-time MLS Cup champs to 2-5-3, RSL controls the series ledger in Utah by a 2-1-2 margin, with all five of those contests taking place at Rice-Eccles Stadium. The two sides are due to complete their 2009 season series back in the Lone Star State on Sept. 19.
Get Your Seats Now for RSL's Stretch Run at Rio Tinto Stadium
Whether you're looking for tickets to this Saturday's crucial Western Conference showdown against the Houston Dynamo, presented by Budweiser, all five of Real Salt Lake's remaining 2009 regular season contests at Rio Tinto Stadium, or anything in between, the Real Salt Lake Ticketing Department has just the package for you! Between the eight-voucher Flex Pack (starting at $128), single-game Family 4-Packs ($88), KFC Colonel's Corner vouchers ($15) and single-game tickets ($18-$60), there are plenty of options available to make sure you've got the best seat in the house at Rio Tinto Stadium to watch the Claret-and-Cobalt push for their second straight MLS Cup Playoff berth.
To order any of these outstanding ticket deals, or to find out more information on a specific package, please call 800-838-3380, go online to www.RioTintoStadium.com, or visit the Rio Tinto Stadium Box Office in person during regular business hours, Monday-Friday from 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
DF David Horst Renews Loan Stint with USL-1's Austin Aztex
Real Salt Lake DF David Horst will renew his loan deal with the USL First Division's Austin Aztex when the squad returns to play this Sunday, August 16, against the Minnesota Thunder. The 23-year-old defender, who will depart Utah on Friday, was originally dispatched to Austin for the remainder of its USL-1 campaign back on July 21, only to be recalled by his MLS side four days later following an injury to D/M Robbie Russell. Horst has played in three games on loan stints with the Aztex earlier this season, going the full 90 minutes in home contests on June 19 v. Carolina (1-1 T), June 21 v. Rochester (0-2 L) and July 25 v. Montreal (2-2 T).
Tickets Going Fast for Sept. 5 USA-El Salvador World Cup Qualifier at Rio Tinto Stadium
Tickets for the highly-anticipated U.S. Men's National Team's FIFA World Cup qualifier against El Salvador on Saturday, Sept. 5, at Real Salt Lake's home of Rio Tinto Stadium are now on sale and can be purchased through ussoccer.com, by phone at 801-727-2700 (Monday-Friday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.) and at the Rio Tinto Stadium Box Office (open Monday-Friday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.). More than three-quarters of the seats for the match have already been spoken for, and with the North Goal, South Goal and Corner Kick sections all sold out, tickets are now available beginning at $62 (East and West Sideline sections).
The U.S. will be making its first trip to Rio Tinto Stadium and will return to the Beehive State for the first time in four years since a dominating 3-0 victory against Costa Rica in front of a raucous crowd of 40,586 at Rice-Eccles Stadium on June 4, 2005. Heading into tomorrow's massive contest at Mexico, the United States (3-1-1, 10 pts.) currently sits in second place on CONCACAF's six-team table halfway through the final round of World Cup Qualifying, two points behind leader Costa Rica, while El Salvador is within striking distance of the all-important top three, its 1-2-2 (5 pts.) mark putting "La Selecta" in fifth place.
"RSL on the Air": Rocky Mountain Chevy Dealers RSL Coach's Corner Shifts to Thursday in Brigham City
With Real Salt Lake's annual "Meet the Team Day" for Season Ticket Holders taking place on Tuesday, the Rocky Mountain Chevy Dealers RSL Coach's Corner on KALL 700 Sports will shift gears this week to Thursday night, when sideline boss Jason Kreis will join hosts Bill Riley & Spencer Checketts at Hansen Motor Company in Brigham City (1175 S. Commerce Way) from 6:00-7:00 p.m. RSL fans from Box Elder County and beyond are invited to join the trio in person to ask their questions on all things Claret-and-Cobalt, while those that can't make it are still encouraged to take part in the fun by calling 877-353-0700 or texting 29909. Also, make sure to plan ahead for upcoming Rocky Mountain Chevy Dealers RSL Coach's Corner shows at Murdock Chevrolet in Tremonton (August 18), Quality Chevrolet in Tooele (August 25), and Riverton Chevrolet in Sandy (Sept. 1).
RSL In the Community: G.O.A.L.S. for Greatness "Prom Night" at La Caille and Burger King Autograph Appearances on Tap this Week
Real Salt Lake players will continue their support of G.O.A.L.S. for Greatness this Sunday, August 16, when DF Nat Borchers will join the recently-established charity in hosting a "Déjà vu Prom Night" fundraiser at La Caille Restaurant (9565 Wasatch Drive in Sandy) from 5:00-10:00 p.m. MT. With the assistance of Borchers, the Prom Night will be held in benefit of the SMA Kids Fund, with all proceeds from the $75/individual or $150/couple tickets going directly to the charity. To find out more information on this new charitable project that is helping to "Grant Opportunities Against Life's Struggles" and to purchase your tickets for this special event, please visit the G.O.A.L.S. for Greatness blog online at www.GoalsforGreatness.com/blog.
In addition, Real Salt Lake players Tony Beltran and Kyle Reynish and mascot Leo the Lion will be out and about at Burger King Restaurants across the Salt Lake area for autograph sessions throughout the rest of the summer, continuing with three appearances over the next 10 days. Each autograph session will take place from 6:00-7:00 p.m. MT at the following locations:
• Leo the Lion - Wednesday, Aug. 12 - 2104 S. Redwood Road in Salt Lake City, UT
• DF Tony Beltran - Wednesday, Aug. 19 - 147 E. Bangerter Highway in Draper, UT
• GK Kyle Reynish - Thursday, Aug. 20 - 3975 W. 4700 South in Salt Lake City, UT
RSL Summer Soccer Series Continues Wednesday at Provo's Sertoma Park with FW Pablo Campos
The RSL Summer Soccer Series heads down to Utah County this Wednesday night with the latest FREE clinic at Sertoma Park in Provo (400 E. 2320 North) from 6:00-8:00 p.m., when recent RSL acquisition FW Pablo Campos will join the ranks of clinic staffers. The RSL Summer Soccer Series - conducted by the RSL Youth Soccer staff, players, and coaches - is geared towards children ages 5-17. Pre-registration is encouraged, but on-site sign up is also available. All participants will receive a free RSL Summer Soccer Series T-shirt.
Registration for the Real Salt Lake Summer Soccer Series is open to the public, but a limited number of spots are available. For more information, including the full schedule through September and registration details, please visit the "Community" section of www.RealSaltLake.com, or contact Rachel King at rking@realsaltlake.com / 801-727-2792 or J.C. Perea (bilingual) at jperea@realsaltlake.com / 801-727-2727.
English-language clinics in this year's RSL Summer Soccer Series are presented by America First Credit Union, Burger King, Pepsi, Rio Tinto, and Salt Lake Regional Medical Center. Bilingual clinic locations are being presented by America First Credit Union, Burger King, Pepsi, Rio Tinto, Salt Lake Regional Medical Center, Siegfried and Jensen, Utah Department of Public Safety, Western Union and Zions Bank.
Price on RSL Half-Zip Jacket Slashed for RSL Team Store's "Item of the Week" Special
When it comes to the "Item of the Week" special through this Saturday, the Real Salt Lake Team Store at Rio Tinto Stadium has just two words for you - "Zip It!" No, they're not trying to be rude, they're simply trying to spread the word on the RSL/adidas Half-Zip Jacket, available through this Saturday for only $48 (a savings of $22!). The RSL Team Store crew also encourages fans to end their work week right by swinging by during Friday's "Real Hours" from 4:00-6:00 p.m. to purchase the RSL Waste Basket for $15. In addition, the popular "U-$20 Booth" on the East concourse (across from Section 37) will be open all game long during Saturday's affair against Houston, offering fans 10% off for each RSL goal scored on items already priced under $20.
The RSL Team Store reminds fans that it will close up shop early on Tuesday, Aug. 12, at 3:00 p.m. in order to head up to the annual "Meet the Team Day" event for Season Ticket Holders that evening at Snowbird Resort. To get a closer look at this week's special items, make sure to check RSL's Behind the Shield blog. To take advantage of the store's weekly deals and to see the full range of officially licensed RSL gear, drop by the RSL Team Store during regular business hours: Monday-Saturday from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. MT. For more information on the Real Salt Lake Team Store - including the $10 shipping offer, phone orders, autographed and personalized merchandise, and how you can get 25% off all your purchases - call the RSL Merchandise Hotline at 801-727-2888.
Follow Real Salt Lake on Your Favorite Social Networking Sites!
Now you can connect with Real Salt Lake through Twitter, Facebook and TXTwire text messaging to get all the behind-the-scenes news and insider scoop on your favorite MLS side. Real Salt Lake recently kicked off its live, in-game messaging with GM Garth Lagerwey, who will continue to provide his entertaining and insightful thoughts to the masses via Twitter and Facebook during the squad's upcoming contests. To follow along with future guest Tweeters and receive exclusive scoops, specials, and promotions on Twitter, Facebook and TXTwire, click on the following links to sign up:
• Official Real Salt Lake Twitter feed: www.twitter.com/realsaltlake
• Click here for the Official Real Salt Lake Facebook page
• Real Salt Lake TXTwire sign-up page: http://www.riotintostadium.com/mobile_alerts.php
