RSL Returns Home Saturday for Crucial Tilt against Seattle Sounders FC, presented by Hoopes Vision
Real Salt Lake (6-8-5) will continue a busy month of August when it returns to its Rio Tinto Stadium home this Saturday, August 8, for a pivotal Western Conference showdown against expansion side Seattle Sounders FC (7-4-8, 29 pts.), presented by Hoopes Vision. Kickoff for Seattle's first-ever visit to Sandy is set for 7:00 p.m. MT, with broadcast coverage on
KUTV 2.1 (CBS)
beginning with the America First Credit Union Pre-Match Report 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.
Real Salt Lake began its 2009 campaign back on March 28, with its first match against the League's newest squad, which Sounders FC took by a 2-0 margin at Qwest Field courtesy of goals from forwards Nate Jaqua (17') and Fredy Montero (77'). The two sides would meet up again exactly a month later in Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup qualifying play at the Starfire Sports Complex in Tukwila, Wash., with Seattle ending RSL's bid to advance to the tournament proper via a 4-1 triumph over the Utah side.
Get Your Seats Now for RSL's Stretch Run at Rio Tinto Stadium
Whether you're looking for tickets to this Saturday's first-ever Utah visit by Seattle Sounders FC, presented by Hoopes Vision, all of Real Salt Lake's remaining 2009 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 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 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.
Public On-sale for USA-El Salvador World Cup Qualifier at Rio Tinto Stadium Starts Friday
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 will go on sale to the general public this Friday, Aug. 7, at 12:00 p.m. MT 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.).
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. 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.
Kreis to Serve Additional Game Suspension Saturday v. Seattle
Real Salt Lake Head Coach Jason Kreis will be absent from the team's sideline for a second straight contest when his Claret-and-Cobalt take on Seattle Sounders FC this weekend. The MLS Disciplinary Committee last Friday levied an additional one-game suspension against the third-year RSL sideline boss on top of the red card suspension he served during last Saturday's contest at the Chicago Fire. Kreis will return to the bench for the Houston Dynamo's visit to Rio Tinto Stadium on August 15.
Real Salt Lake Schedule: August 5-9, 2009
Wednesday, August 5: Training at XanGo Field in Lehi - 10:00 a.m.
Thursday, August 6: Off Day
Friday, August 7: Training at Rio Tinto Stadium - 10:00 a.m.
Saturday, August 8: Real Salt Lake v. Seattle Sounders FC, presented by Hoopes Vision
• Rio Tinto Stadium in Sandy, UT - 7:00 p.m. kickoff
• TV: KUTV 2.1 (CBS) (America First Credit Union Pre-Match Report @ 6:30 p.m.)
• Radio: KALL 700 Sports (America First Credit Union Pre-Match Report @ 6:00 p.m.) and "Ke Buena" 1600-AM
Sunday, August 9: Off Day
Single-Game Credential & Parking Requests/Press Box RSVP's for RSL v. Sounders FC Due Wednesday
The Real Salt Lake Soccer Media Services Department has announced that single-game credentials and parking pass requests and press box RSVP's for this Saturday's Western Conference affair between Real Salt Lake and Seattle Sounders FC at Rio Tinto Stadium will be due tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5, at 6:00 p.m. MT. Media members are asked to send in their requests via email to rslcommunications@RealSaltLake.com by the Wednesday, close-of-business deadline; the RSL Soccer Media Services Department cannot guarantee the approval of requests submitted after this deadline. Media members with any questions are asked to contact John Koluder in the RSL Soccer Media Services Department via email at jkoluder@RealSaltLake.com or by phone at 801-727-2716 (office) or 801-918-5050 (mobile).
"RSL on the Air": Tonight's Rocky Mountain Chevy Dealers Coach's Corner Rolls into Provo
The Rocky Mountain Chevy Dealers RSL Coach's Corner on KALL 700 Sports heads south tonight to Provo, where Jason Kreis will join hosts Bill Riley & Spencer Checketts at Brent Brown Chevrolet (3125 N. University Parkway) from 6:00-7:00 p.m. for an insightful hour on all things Real Salt Lake. "RSL Nation" in Utah County and beyond is invited to join the trio in person to ask their questions and give their comments, while those that can't make it are still able to participate in this week's show by calling 877-353-0700 or texting 29909. Also, make sure to plan ahead for upcoming Rocky Mountain Chevy Dealers Coach's Corner shows at Jerry Seiner GM in Salt Lake City (August 11) and Murdock Chevrolet in Tremonton (August 18).
RSL Summer Soccer Series Continues Wednesday with El Khalifi & Cox in Ogden
The RSL Summer Soccer Series continues with this Wednesday night's FREE clinic at Mt. Ogden Park in Ogden (3084 S. Taylor Avenue) from 6:00-8:00 p.m., when RSL rookie midfielder Raphael Cox and newcomer M/F Rachid El Khalifi will join the ranks of staffers at the English-language clinic site. 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.
Registration Still Open for Final RSL Youth Soccer Camp of the Summer in Provo
The 2009 Real Salt Lake Youth Soccer Camps - focusing on developing skills for children ages 4-18 playing at all levels of the sport - will end its summer run with one final camp next week from August 10-14 at Sertoma Park in Provo (400 E. 2320 North). For more information on the RSL Youth Soccer Camps, including registration instructions, head to the "Youth Soccer" menu at www.RealSaltLake.com or contact RSL Director of Youth Camps Rob Karas at 801-819-9061 or .
Drive in Style with the RSL Car Flag, Now Available at the RSL Team Store
The Real Salt Lake Team Store encourages you to make every day Flag Day by purchasing the newly-arrived RSL Car Flag, now available at its Rio Tinto Stadium headquarters for $12.95. For those fans that would rather wear their RSL pride on their sleeves, the RSL Team Store is continuing its deal on authentic 2009 RSL/adidas long-sleeved jerseys, available through this Saturday night's contest against Seattle for only $70. Speaking of the Saturday showdown, the popular "U-$20 Booth" on the East concourse (across from Section 37) will be open all game long, offering fans 10% off for each RSL goal scored on items already priced under $20, including the new RSL beverage koozies.
To get a closer look at this week's special items, make sure to check RSL's Behind the Shield blog, located at www.RSLtothecore.com. 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.
RSL In the Community: Pair of G.O.A.L.S. for Greatness Events and Burger King Autograph Appearances on Tap in Next Two Weeks
Real Salt Lake players will support the newly-established G.O.A.L.S. for Greatness charity by hosting a pair of fundraising events across the next two weekends. The good times for good causes starts this Sunday, Aug. 9, when Kyle Beckerman will host a launch party for his new KB5 clothing line at Sandbar in Salt Lake City (122 Pierpont Ave.) beginning at 7:00 p.m., with the $10 entry fee collected at the door going towards offsetting medical costs of Juan Diego H.S. student and burn victim Andy Hill. Those that can't make it Sunday night can purchase their KB5 gear in the Orem Mall at Vendetta and also at Chic Boutique, located at 7200 S. State Street.
A week later on Sunday, August 16, Nat Borchers and G.O.A.L.S. for Greatness will host 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. For more information on this new charitable project that is helping to "Grant Opportunities Against Life's Struggles," please visit the G.O.A.L.S. for Greatness blog online at www.GoalsforGreatness.com/blog.
In addition, Real Salt Lake players 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 two weeks. 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
RSL Player (TBD) - Wednesday, Aug. 19 - 147 E. Bangerter Highway in Draper, UT
RSL Player (TBD) - Thursday, Aug. 20 - 3975 W. 4700 South in Salt Lake City, UT
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: www.riotintostadium.com/mobile_alerts.php
