HOUSTON, TX - Houston Dynamo remains unbeaten in its last five games, after obtaining a scoreless tie against defending MLS Champion Los Angeles Galaxy on Saturday at The Home Depot Center.
The game was intense and physical all throughout. In his first MLS game since May 6, Dynamo forward Brian Ching had at least three clear chances during the first half, the best of which came at the 23rd minute, on a great cross by Ricardo Clark from the left side.
Scoring opportunities diminished considerably once the second half got under way. Coaches for both teams made substitutions during the final minutes, trying to find answers on offense. With this result, Houston (6-3-4) remains in second place in the Western Conference, with 22 points, 5 behind conference leader FC Dallas. Meanwhile, the Galaxy (2-10-3) remain winless under new head coach Frank Yallop.
HOUSTON DYNAMO PRACTICE SCHEDULE--JUNE 26 THROUGH JULY 3
Monday, June 26 through Wednesday, June 28: TEAM PRACTICES AND PLAYS IN LOS ANGELES
Thursday, June 29: Team Travels back to Houston.
Friday, June 30: 9:30-11:00 AM, Carl Lewis Track Field
Saturday, July 1: DAY OFF
Sunday, July 2: 9:30-11:00 AM, Carl Lewis Track Field
Monday, July 3: 9:30-11:00 AM, Robertson Stadium at the University of Houston
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WHAT'S NEXT?
Chivas USA (5-5-3) is next for the Dynamo (6-3-4), as the team concludes its two-game road trip. The game, the first in the history of both clubs, is slated for 9:30 p.m. CT on Wednesday, June 28, at The Home Depot Center in Carson, CA.
COME WATCH THE GAME!
The Bull and Bear Tavern and Eatery is the official site of Houston Dynamo's away game viewing parties. Make sure you arrive early for the best seats. Drink specials, t-shirt giveaways and opportunities to sign-up for the chance to win great Dynamo merchandise are available. The Bull and Bear Tavern is located at 11980 Westheimer Rd, Suite A, Houston, TX 77077. For more information, call (281) 496-6655.</p>
SEND YOUR FAVORITE DYNAMO PLAYERS TO THE MLS ALL STAR GAME!
Voting to the 2006 MLS All-Star Game in Chicago is now open to soccer fans all over Houston. This is your chance to send Brian Ching, Dwayne De Rosario, Pat Onstad, Alejandro Moreno, or any of your favorite players to play against defending Premiere League Champion, Chelsea FC. To vote, log on to www.houstondynamo.com. Fans may vote up to 10 times a day.</p>
HOUSTON DYNAMO IN THE COMMUNITY
KINNEAR'S CONVERSATION
Houston Dynamo head coach Dominic Kinnear will be answering fans' questions every week of the 2006 season via the Houston Dynamo web site, www.houstondynamo.com. Fans can submit questions by navigating to the "Fans" section of the website, and clicking on the link "Kinnear's Conversation" on the right hand side of the page. Selected questions will be answered in an online article every Thursday.
CHECK OUT THE DYNAMO ON TV AND RADIO
TICKETS AND SPECIAL PACKAGES NOW ON SALE
Houston Dynamo 2006 regular season tickets can be purchased by calling either Houston Dynamo at 713-276-7500, or Ticketmaster at 713-629-3700. You may also purchase them on the web at www.houstondynamo.com.
FC BARCELONA INDIVIDUAL TICKETS GO ON SALE TOMORROW!
Individual tickets to the FC Barcelona doubleheader will go on sale to the general public tomorrow, Tuesday, June 27 at 10:00 a.m. Don't miss this opportunity to get your tickets to the greatest sporting event of the year! Until 6:00 p.m. today, fans may also purchase tickets in one of two ways: 1) through a special four game pack, which includes the FC Barcelona doubleheader, plus three other matches of the fan's choosing 2) through a special group purchasing offer. Through this offer, fans can get early access to the game when they purchase 20 or more tickets to the August 9 doubleheader, and match that amount with the same number of seats to a Houston Dynamo regular season game. This exclusive window will close today, at 6:00 p.m. For more information, or to purchase tickets, please call the Houston Dynamo Ticket Office, at 713-276-7500, or log on to www.houstondynamo.com.
"LA DOCE"
"La Doce", the new "Dynamo Barra Oficial." is now in full swing. This new cheering section is located in section 217 of Robertson stadium, and tickets cost $12. Fans can reserve seats by calling (713) 276-7500, logging on to www.houstondynamo.com, or by visiting any Ticketmaster location.
