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Post by epjr on Apr 2, 2011 20:24:46 GMT -6
MIDFIELDER AMIR LOWERY JOINS THE IMPACT MONTREAL – The Montreal Impact announced Wednesday the signing of American midfielder Amir Lowery for the 2011 season. Lowery, 27, played the last two seasons with the Carolina RailHawks, finalists in last year’s playoffs. In two seasons with Carolina, he played a total of 4,130 minutes over 54 matches. Ahead of joining the Impact, Lowery played two pre-season matches on February 5 and 12, with Finland’s FC Honka. In 2005, the Washington native was the third-round choice of the Colorado Rapids (45th overall), in the MLS Superdraft. Lowery played two matches with the Rapids, before getting loaned to the Atlanta Silverbacks for the rest of the 2005 season. He then went to the Kansas City Wizards (MLS) for the 2007 season and played 13 matches with the reserve team. Lowery also played for the reserve team of the San Jose Earthquakes in 2008. His college soccer was played at Wake Forest University, from 2001 to 2004 www.montrealimpact.com/News/News.aspx?language=EN&ArticleID=1579&Focus=0
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Post by epjr on Apr 3, 2011 17:00:47 GMT -6
PRESEASON FRIENDLIES BROSSARD – The Montreal Impact lost 2-1 to McGill University in its second-to-last game of its preseason camp, Friday, at the Bell Sports Complex in Brossard. Midfielder Luke Kreamalmeyer scored the lone goal for the Impact in the 80th minute on a penalty, following a foul committed on Anthony Le Gall in the 18-yard box. Kreamalmeyer fired shot in the upper left corner, leaving no chance for the McGill goalkeeper. www.montrealimpact.com/News/News.aspx?language=EN&ArticleID=1580&Focus=0 BROSSARD – In the last pre-season match of its training camp, the Montreal Impact signed a 7-0 shutout win against a selection of university players, Sunday afternoon, at the Bell Sports Complex, in Brossard. Forward Pierre-Rudolph Mayard scored three goals (11th, 40th and 51st minute), while striker Ali Gerba tallied five points, two goals (65th and 87th minute) and three assists. Midfielders Luke Kreamalmeyer (19th) and Anthony Le Gall (39th) also scored for the Impact in that victory. www.montrealimpact.com/News/News.aspx?language=EN&ArticleID=1581&Focus=0
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Post by epjr on Apr 6, 2011 14:42:35 GMT -6
CLAUDE PINARD JOINS THE IMPACT AND SAPUTO STADIUM MONTREAL – The Montreal Impact announced Monday the hiring of Claude Pinard as the Chief business officer of the Montreal Impact and Saputo Stadium. Claude Pinard, who has been working as a consultant within the organization since January, is officially on board with the club since April 1, 2011. He will oversee all of the team’s ticket sales, corporate partnerships, television broadcasting rights, marketing and merchandising. “I’m very pleased to be joining the Montreal Impact with less than a year to go before the club’s ascension into Major League Soccer (MLS),” said Claude Pinard. “It’s an exciting and historic time for Montreal and for soccer in Quebec. I’ve always been involved in sports and truly believe in the fundamental values. This is an extraordinary opportunity for me.” www.montrealimpact.com/News/News.aspx?language=EN&ArticleID=1582&Focus=0
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Post by epjr on Apr 12, 2011 20:19:24 GMT -6
IMPACT 0:1 TAMPA BAY ST. PETERSBURG – The Montreal Impact (0-1-0) kicked off the 18th season in club history with a 1-0 loss versus FC Tampa Bay (1-0-0), Saturday, at Al Lang Stadium, in St. Petersburg, Florida. Midfielder Takuya Yamada scored the game-winning goal for FC Tampa Bay in the 87th minute of play. Yamada beat goalkeeper Bill Gaudette with a shot from about 30 metres. “We played the kind of match we needed to play on the road," said Impact head coach Marc Dos Santos. “We created a number of chances for ourselves, but their goalkeeper made at least three key saves. It’s unfortunate because we deserved at least a point tonight.” www.montrealimpact.com/News/News.aspx?language=EN&ArticleID=1590&Focus=0
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Post by epjr on Apr 16, 2011 20:26:00 GMT -6
 IMPACT 1 CAROLINA 2CARY, North Carolina - The Montreal Impact (0-2-0) lost 2-1 against the Carolina RailHawks (1-1-0) on Saturday night at WakeMed Soccer Park, in Cary, North Carolina. Kevin Hatchi (11th minute) scored the only goal for the Impact, while Étienne Barbara (22nd minute) and Pablo Campos (35th minute) scored for Carolina. The Impact opened the scoring at the 11th minute. Following a corner from Philippe Billy, defender Zurab Tsiskaridze took a low shot from 20 meters, and defender Kevin Hatchi tipped the ball, as he was standing close to RailHawks goalkeeper Brad Knighton. Hatchi was playing his first career game with the Impact. www.montrealimpact.com/News/News.aspx?language=EN&ArticleID=1597&Focus=0 |
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Post by epjr on Apr 23, 2011 18:42:14 GMT -6
FC Tampa Bay Earns Scoreless Draw at Montreal FC Tampa Bay earned a well-deserved point Saturday afternoon as it played to a 0-0 draw against Montreal at Saputo Stadium. "Hopefully the players will take some real confidence from this," said head coach Ricky Hill. "As far as momentum and belief for our team, for us to come here and really keep possession well and give them very few opportunities, was very heartening." "I think because of the conditions and the wind, I implored the guys to keep the ball on the ground as much as possible," said Hill. "I am very pleased that the guys trusted each other and did an excellent job sharing the ball, but I was disappointed that we didn't create more cleaner opportunities up top." GK Daryl Sattler made several key saves throughout the game, including a stop on Montreal F Idriss Ech Chergui in the 37th minute on a shot from outside the area. Sattler and the FC Tampa Bay defense posted its second shutout in three games thus far in 2011. "The foundation of any good side is to have a solid defense," said Hill. "Defending is a team game and the entire team played a large part in keeping a clean sheet today. And offensively, we are still working to convert our opportunites more often and frequently." www.nasl.com/index.php?id=3&newsid=366
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Post by epjr on May 2, 2011 15:14:56 GMT -6
IMPACT 5 EDMONTON 0 PRESS RELEASE: May 1, 2011 EDMONTON, Alberta - The Montreal Impact registered its first win of the season, on Sunday, by a 5-0 score against FC Edmonton, at Foote Field, in Edmonton. Striker Ali Gerba scored twice (9th and 36th minute), midfielder Anthony Le Gall (31st minute), team captain Nevio Pizzolitto (PK, 86th) and newcomer Idriss Ech Chergui (90th) scored the five goals for the Impact.  ALI GERBA AND BILL GAUDETTE NAMED NASL PLAYERS OF THE WEEK MONTREAL – Forward Ali Gerba and goalkeeper Bill Gaudette were both named on Monday Players of the Week in the North American Soccer League (NASL), following the Impact 5-0 shutout win on Sunday night in Edmonton. Gerba was named Offensive Player of the Week after scoring two goals against FC Edmonton. The Impact striker registered his first two goals of the season in the first half. He scored more than one goal in a regular season game for the 7th time of his career and reached the 50-point mark, now ranking 7th in all-time leading scorers in team history. Gaudette earned the Defensive Player of the Week honour after recording his second shutout of the season. He made seven saves and faced 11 shots versus FC Edmonton. The Impact has not allowed a goal in the last 235 minutes of regular season play. www.montrealimpact.com/News/News.aspx?language=EN&ArticleID=1612&Focus=0
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Post by epjr on Jun 4, 2011 20:40:39 GMT -6
Montreal Impact 2 FC Edmonton 0  The Montreal Impact shut out FC Edmonton by a 2-0 score, Saturday, at Saputo Stadium. Mignane Diouf (34th) and Philippe Billy (83rd) scored, while goalkeeper Bill Gaudette registered his fourth shutout of the season. “We can say mission accomplished today," said Impact head coach Marc Dos Santos. "We showed a lot of character and had a very good possession of the ball. We played better than in the 5-0 win in Edmonton. We could have scored more than two goals, but the important for us right now are the three points. We’ve already started our preparation for our matchup against Atlanta.” www.nasl.com/index.php?id=3&newsid=625
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Post by epjr on Jun 12, 2011 21:15:09 GMT -6
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PUERTO RICO 2 BAYAMON, Puerto Rico – The Montreal Impact lost 2-1 against the Puerto Rico Islanders, on Sunday, at Juan Ramon Loubriel Stadium, in Bayamon. The three goals were scored in less than 15 minutes during the first half. The Islanders opened the scoring at the 24th minute on a goal from midfielder Aaron Pitchkolan. Following a corner kick deflected in front of the net, Pitchkolan scored in an empty net. www.montrealimpact.com/News/News.aspx?language=EN&ArticleID=1647&Focus=0
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Post by epjr on Jun 18, 2011 11:06:45 GMT -6
DEFENDER KEVIN HATCHI IS RELEASED MONTREAL – The Montreal Impact announced Wednesday that French central defender Kevin Hatchi has been released. “We looked thoroughly at the situation before taking this decision,” said Impact sporting director Nick De Santis. “Kevin Hatchi had certain qualities, but he didn’t fit in the group. We took this decision for the well-being of the team. All our players need to walk in the same direction, especially when the team is going through difficult times.” Hatchi had joined the Impact on February 10, after taking part to the invitational tryout camp. The rookie player started eight games this season and scored one goal. www.montrealimpact.com/News/News.aspx?language=EN&ArticleID=1650&Focus=0
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Post by epjr on Jun 20, 2011 14:37:31 GMT -6
 FORT LAUDERDALE 0 IMPACT 0 MONTREAL – The Impact ended a two-game losing streak with a scoreless 0-0 draw against the Fort Lauderdale Strikers, in front of 13,304 fans, Saturday, at Saputo Stadium. CAPITAL CITY 1 IMPACT U21 1 MONTREAL – The Montreal Impact U21 team (4-2-2) and the Capital City FC (4-1-1) tied 1-1, Sunday afternoon, at Complexe sportif Marie-Victorin, in Montreal. www.montrealimpact.com/index.aspx?language=EN |
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Post by epjr on Jun 27, 2011 7:35:23 GMT -6
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EDMONTON 1 PRESS RELEASE: June 26, 2011 EDMONTON, Alberta – The Montreal Impact lost 1-0 against FC Edmonton, on Sunday, at Foote Field, in Edmonton. FC Edmonton, who remains in second place in the NASL standings, opened the scoring at the 5th minute on what became the game-winning goal. Midfielder Kyle Porter took a hard shot from 35 meters out that beat goalkeeper Evan Bush to his left. It was Porter’s fifth goal of the season. www.impactmontreal.com/News/News.aspx?language=EN&ArticleID=1665&Focus=0
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Post by epjr on Jul 4, 2011 18:51:36 GMT -6
NORTH YORK 2 IMPACT U21 7 PRESS RELEASE: July 2, 2011 MONTREAL - The Montreal Impact U21 (7-2-2) beat the North York Astros (0-6-3) 7-2, Saturday afternoon, at Saputo Stadium, in Montreal. Win this win, the Impact U21 remains first in the overall standings of the Canadian Soccer League (CSL). www.montrealimpact.com/News/News.aspx?language=EN&ArticleID=1672&Focus=0IMPACT 0
CAROLINA 2  PRESS RELEASE: July 3, 2011 CARY, North Carolina – The Montreal Impact concluded the first half of the season with a 2-0 loss against the Carolina RailHawks, on Sunday, at WakeMed Soccer Park, in Cary. With this win, the RailHawks registered their 10th consecutive victory. www.montrealimpact.com/News/News.aspx?language=EN&ArticleID=1673&Focus=0
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Post by epjr on Jul 7, 2011 21:58:23 GMT -6
ECH CHERGUI AND PELLETIER WILL NOT RETURN WITH THE CLUB PRESS RELEASE: July 6, 2011 MONTREAL – The Montreal Impact announced Wednesday that forward Idriss Ech Chergui and defender Richard Pelletier will not return with the club. Ech Chergui and the Impact mutually agreed to terminate the forward’s contract, before the opening of the international transfer window, on July 15. The club also did not renew the option on Pelletier’s contract, which ended on July 1. www.impactmontreal.com/News/News.aspx?language=EN&ArticleID=1676&Focus=0
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Post by epjr on Jul 17, 2011 17:33:02 GMT -6
GOALKEEPER GREG SUTTON JOINS THE IMPACT ON LOAN MONTREAL – The Montreal Impact announced Saturday that veteran goalkeeper and Impact record holder Greg Sutton will join the team on Monday, on a loan from the New York Red Bulls of Major League Soccer, for the remainder of the 2011 season. The loan is subject to player clearing MLS waivers. www.montrealimpact.com/News/News.aspx?language=EN&ArticleID=1685&Focus=0
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