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Practice Notes & Quotes 02-01-03

Notes & Quotes on February 1st, 2003 Comments Off

The first day of practice. So many new faces, including several invited players, all looking to make an impression with RH & Co. for the upcoming season. Although the wet, cold weater dampened the energy of those watching, it didn’t affect the competition on the field.

Practice Notes & Quotes 02-01-03

Notes & Quotes on February 1st, 2003 Comments Off

The first day of practice. So many new faces, including several invited players, all looking to make an impression with RH & Co. for the upcoming season. Although the wet, cold weater dampened the energy of those watching, it didn’t affect the competition on the field.

College Prospects – Forwards

Notes & Quotes on November 1st, 2002 Comments Off

Dyson’s thoughts – Of the four positions, the class of forwards is the strongest coming out of college. There are many tall, strong "point" men. Also, there are several players that would fit into the "transitional international" label.

Post Game Quotes (Aguila) 10-26-02

Notes & Quotes on October 27th, 2002 Comments Off

Hudson talks about the friendly, and the final game of the 2002 season. He comments on the bad performance in the first half, but the rebound by DC United in the second half. Finally, he talks about needing to change the team’s "softness."

Practice Notes & Quotes 10-25-02

Notes & Quotes on October 25th, 2002 Comments Off

Notes from the final full practice by DC United before they take a well earned break. Hudson talks about the game tomorrow night against Aguilla. He also comments further on the need for changes in he team for next season.

Practice Notes & Quotes 10-22-02

Notes & Quotes on October 22nd, 2002 Comments Off

The team continues to drill hard during the off-season with an emphasis on conditioning drills. Ryan Nelsen talks about his injury, his contract status, and his expectations for the future. Assistant Head Coach John Trask comments on the Tottenham friendly and various players.

Practice Notes & Quotes 10-11-02

Notes & Quotes on October 11th, 2002 Comments Off

Assistant Head Coach talks about the upcoming trip to England and the game against Tottenham Hotspurs. He covers expectations and possibilities of the players coming off the bad season. Bryan Namoff answers questions about his status going into next year.

Practice Notes & Quotes 10-07-02

Notes & Quotes on October 7th, 2002 Comments Off

A variety of new faces at DC United’s practice today. The team continues to concentrate on physical fitness. Also, Assistant Coach John Trask covers five defenders in a three or four back formation, and what the younger players bring to the team.

Practice Notes & Quotes 10-04-02

Notes & Quotes on October 4th, 2002 Comments Off

Fitness training for DC United begins in earnest as they spent a large portion of the time running. Ali Curtis comments on his thoughts going forward into next year. Fitness coach Petrosian gives some insight into what is planned. And Convey talks about his desires.

Practice Notes & Quotes 10-01-02

Notes & Quotes on October 1st, 2002 Comments Off

Santino Quaranta and Nick Rimando talk about their plans for the off season, including their desire to possibly train overseas. While Hudson is in Europe looking for players, Assistant Coach John Trask describes what the plans are for the team.