3rd Degree


Cooper Starts and Scores for US

November 20th, 2008 . By: Buzz Carrick

In a strong performance that has finally officially tied him to the United States, FC Dallas forward Kenny Cooper started and scored a goal for the US against Guatemala in the match in this Semifinal Round of CONCACAF qualifying. The US easily won Group 1 and now advances to the Final Round. This was Cooper’s third cap but his first in a officially sanctioned FIFA match.

FCD Weekly News Recap

November 20th, 2008 . By: Chamo Jones

Cooper plays for the US Nats against Guatemala and scores…

Fan Poll: Who will win the cup?

November 19th, 2008 . By: Chamo Jones

Columbus Crew or New York Red Bulls?

The Ends

November 16th, 2008 . By: Buzz Carrick

This was the last action FCD will see till next February, so if you didn’t get a chance to see the wrap up scrimmage you may already be going through withdrawals. What’s next? Check out the calendar to find out.

Off Season Calendar

November 16th, 2008 . By: Buzz Carrick

It’s shaping up to be a winter of great change in Dallas, Coach Schellas Hyndman certainly has a level of discontent with the current team. Our prediction of his plan and what Hyndman might do we aired a while back, but when it might happen could also be an important question. So per request I’ve put together a little schedule of the winter activities and key dates.

End of Reserve League?

November 14th, 2008 . By: Buzz Carrick

Yes, it could be happening.

Monday Morning Gaffer: Wrap Up Scrimmage

November 13th, 2008 . By: Buzz Carrick

Normally I would get right to the Good/Bad thing, but since there are no game reports out there I’ll give you some stuff you need to know first. The scrimamge is played inside the PHP stadium with a full crew of officials. Ferruzzi warms up both teams together but no one coaches each side during play.

My Nery Fantasy

November 13th, 2008 . By: Buzz Carrick

Ives has a run down on the latest debacle in the career of the mercurial Mexican striker.

Lambo with Ga’s

November 12th, 2008 . By: Buzz Carrick

Josh Lambo will be joining the Generation adidas team on the short trip to London this winter.

FC Dallas Grabs New Marketing Head from Dallas Morning News

More front office restructuring underway.

November 12th, 2008 . By: Buzz Carrick

Multiple 3rd Degree sources have confirmed that FC Dallas has hired Kelly Weller away from the Dallas Morning News to be the new head of Marketing and Sponsorships for the franchise. Weller has left her position as Director of Sales and Marketing for Quick, Belo’s free daily news sheet targeted at the 20 to 30 demographic, to move into the sports arena with FCD. Although her exact job title has not been confirmed by FCD, Weller will likely head up public relations, communications, and the FC Dallas Foundation in addition to sponsorship and marketing.

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