Earthquakes Youth Academy Update
Academy U-18s Fall to Santa Cruz Breakers; U-16s Rescheduled
The San Jose Earthquakes U-18s lost 4-2 against the Santa Cruz Breakers on Saturday at Cabrillo College. Luis Navarro put the Quakes on the board first in the seventh minute, but the Breakers would score the next two before John Knutsen leveled for San Jose in the 45th minute. Santa Cruz pulled away with a pair of second-half goals, dropping the Quakes to 1-2-1 in Northwest Division play and 4-6-2 overall.
The U-16s match was suspended and will be rescheduled for a later date.
Misc. Notes
Wondolowski Sees Time in 1-0 Win for US National Team vs. Venezuela
San Jose Earthquakes forward Chris Wondolowski helped the U.S. National Team to a 1-0 win against Venezuela at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Ariz., on Saturday. Wondolowski came on for Benny Feilhaber in the 62nd minute and rattled off three shots, two of which were on frame. His second effort on goal was destined for the net if not for a diving save by Venezuelan goalkeeper Jose Morales. Wondolowski’s appearance was his sixth cap with the U.S. National Team.
Former Earthquakes midfielder Ricardo Clark scored the game-winner seven minutes into stoppage time in the second half, heading home a corner kick from Jermaine Jones. The U.S. returns to action against Panama on Wednesday at Estadio Rommel Fernandez in Panama City. The match kicks off at 5:30 p.m. PT and will be broadcast live on ESPN3 and Galavision.
Earthquakes Return to San Luis Obispo for Preseason Exhibition
For a second consecutive year, the San Jose Earthquakes will play the Colorado Rapids in San Luis Obispo, Calif., as part of the MLS Central Coast Challenge hosted by Cal Poly Athletics. The match will kick off at 6 p.m. PT at Alex G. Spanos Stadium.
Tickets are on sale at www.gopoly.com or by calling (805) 756-5806. Pre-sale prices are available until 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 8. All seating will be general admission.
Earthquakes Pick Four in 2012 MLS Supplemental Draft
The San Jose Earthquakes selected four players in last week’s MLS Supplemental Draft, including: forward Cesar Diaz Pizarro (No. 25 overall, UC Riverside), defender David Tiemstra (No. 44, Ohio State), defender James Kiffe (No. 63, UC Santa Barbara) and defender Tyler Krumpe (No. 73, Loyola Marymount). The group is now in camp with the Earthquakes ahead of their first preseason trip to Tucson, Ariz., on Jan. 30.
Quakes Trade Right of First Refusal for M Thomas to Sporting KC for Supplemental Draft Pick
The San Jose Earthquakes announced on Jan. 17 that the club acquired Sporting Kansas City’s natural fourth-round pick in the 2012 MLS Supplemental Draft (No. 73 overall) in exchange for the right of first refusal for midfielder Michael Thomas. The Earthquakes selected Thomas in the second round, No. 19 overall, of the 2010 MLS SuperDraft. The midfielder from Notre Dame initially joined San Jose in training camp before signing with Halmstads (Sweden).
Great Start to Suite Sales: Nine of 12 Luxury Suites Sold for Earthquakes’ New Stadium
The San Jose Earthquakes announced last week that the club has sold nine of its 12 available field-level luxury suites for its new stadium at Coleman Ave. in San Jose, Calif., generating over $3 million in revenue. Luxury suites originally went on sale to the general public on Dec. 9. Since then, the club has sold 75-percent of its inventory. For photos and more information about the suites or to place a deposit, call 408-556-7700 or visit www.sjearthquakes.com/newstadium.
Tickets for Home Opener, June 30 Match at Stanford Stadium On Sale
Tickets for the San Jose Earthquakes’ home opener and the team’s match at Stanford Stadium against the LA Galaxy went on sale to the general public on Jan. 13. San Jose faces the New England Revolution in the home opener on Saturday, March 10, at Buck Shaw Stadium, while the LA Galaxy game takes place on Saturday, June 30, at Stanford Stadium. Tickets can be purchased at www.sjearthquakes.com, www.tickets.com or by calling 800-225-2277. Individual tickets for the remaining games went on sale on Jan. 19 at 10 a.m. PT.
2012 Earthquakes Pre-Season Schedule
Players reported to camp on Jan. 16, 2012, in San Jose. The club will make three different pre-season trips: Tucson, Ariz. (Jan. 30-Feb. 4), Ventura, Calif. (Feb. 12-18) and Portland, Ore. (Feb. 26-March 5).
The Earthquakes will participate in a four-team round-robin tournament in Portland. All games will be held at JELD-WEN Field. Individual tickets for the tournament, which start at $10 per doubleheader session, go on sale Monday, Feb. 6, at 10 a.m. at the JELD-WEN Field box office and area Ticketmaster outlets, online at www.ticketmaster.com, or by phone at (800) 745-3000. For participating teams and match schedule, see below:
Portland Preseason Tournament Schedule
Monday, Feb. 27
Chivas USA vs. AIK – 5 p.m.
San Jose vs. Portland – 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, March 1
AIK vs. San Jose – 5 p.m.
Chivas USA vs. Portland – 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, March 4
San Jose vs. Chivas USA – 2:30 p.m.
AIK vs. Portland – 5 p.m.
San Jose Earthquakes Preseason Schedule:
Jan. 15 – Report Date
Jan. 16-29 – San Jose, Calif. at Nutrilite Training Facility
Jan. 30-Feb. 4 – Tucson, Ariz. at Kino Sports Complex
Feb. 5-9 – San Jose, Calif. at Nutrilite Training Facility
Feb. 10 – San Jose Earthquakes vs. Colorado Rapids at Alex G. Spanos Stadium in San Luis Obispo, Calif.
Feb. 12-18 – Ventura, Calif. at Oxnard Community College
Feb. 20-25 – San Jose, Calif. at Nutrilite Training Facility
Feb. 26-March 5 – Training in Portland, Ore. (Matches on Feb 27, March 1, March 4)
March 10 – MLS First Kick
New Stadium Luxury Suites On Sale
The Earthquakes’ one-of-a kind luxury suites for the club’s new stadium are on sale now. For photos and more information about the suites or to place a deposit, call 408-556-7700 or visit www.sjearthquakes.com/newstadium.
Unlike any other experience in American professional sports, the suites will place fans directly next to the field with private bar and lounge access just yards from the action. Suites include: 17 seats with six additional tickets for all stadium events, in-suite catering, private bar and lounge area with a High Definition television. Suite holders will also have the ability to customize the interior and will enjoy year-round access to the suite for corporate events for client meetings.
Quakes President David Kaval’s New Office Hours
Earthquakes President David Kaval’s office hours continue during the offseason. Fans can drop by his office at 451 El Camino Real, Suite 220 in Santa Clara, Calif., on a new day, Tuesdays, between 3 and 5 p.m. PT, beginning on Tuesday, Jan. 31. Participants will be seen on a first come, first serve basis.
2012 Season Tickets on Sale
Season tickets for the San Jose Earthquakes’ 2012 campaign are now on sale. Packages include 20 games at a significantly discounted rate as well as a bevy of exclusive season ticket benefits. Prices start at $2,300 for Netsuite VIP On-Field seats and are as affordable as $260 in the Supporters Section. For more information about pricing, payment plans and more, visit www.sjearthquakes.com/season-tickets or call an Earthquakes sales rep at 408-556-7700.
