Misc. Notes
San Jose Continues Preseason, Announces Trip to Phoenix
The San Jose Earthquakes opened their preseason camp in preparation for the 2010 season on Monday, Jan. 25 at the Oakland Alameda County Coliseum. The team will continue to train at the Coliseum through Saturday, Feb. 6. Four of the Earthquakes' five draft picks suited up at practice last week along with several new faces. San Jose will travel to Phoenix, Ariz. for training on Sunday, Feb. 7 through Tuesday, Feb. 15. The Earthquakes open their regular season with the defending MLS Cup Champions, Real Salt Lake at Buck Shaw Stadium at 6 p.m. PT.
Earthquakes Announce Nutrilite Training Center
The San Jose Earthquakes announced last week that the club is constructing a dedicated practice facility at the site of the potential new stadium. Construction on the Nutrilite Training Center will begin Thursday, Jan. 28 and will open this spring. The project, which will cost over $1 million, will be available not only for the first team but also for future Earthquakes youth academy squads. The location of this facility is adjacent to the proposed site for the new Earthquakes stadium on Coleman Ave. in San Jose. The Nutrilite Training Center will feature one natural grass field with room for additional fields. The team currently trains at West Valley College and Santa Clara University.
Johnson and Ribeiro Face Off in Kingston
Ryan Johnson' got the better of Earthquake teammate Antonio Ribeiro as Jamaica defeated Canada, 1-0, in Kingston on Sunday. Johnson and Ribeiro faced each other for the first time while representing their national sides. Ribeiro started the match and came off in the 43rd minute to earn his third cap for Canada while Johnson came on in the 71st minute to garner his second cap for Jamaica. Johnson will remain with the Jamaican National Team for a Wednesday, Feb. 10 away fixture with Argentina while Ribeiro is on his way back to camp with the Earthquakes.
Wondo Signs New Contract
The San Jose Earthquakes announced last week that the team has signed forward Chris Wondolowski to a new contract. Per league and team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed. Wondolowski was acquired by San Jose in June of 2009 and he appeared in 14 games for the Earthquakes, scoring three goals and notching one assist. One of his most memorable moments from 2009 came on Aug. 22 against Kansas City at home when he scored the stoppage-time winner.
McDonald Back in Camp
Earthquakes defender Brandon McDonald returned to camp this week after wrapping up a training stint with the U.S. National Team from Jan. 4 through a Jan. 23 friendly with Honduras at the Home Depot Center.
Mexico-Bolivia Two-Pack
The San Jose Earthquakes are offering a two-pack for the upcoming friendly between Mexico and Bolivia, presented by Visa, at Candlestick Park in San Francisco on Wednesday, Feb. 24 at 8 p.m. PT. The special two-pack includes a ticket to the Mexico-Bolivia game and a ticket to the Earthquakes season opener against Real Salt Lake on March 27 at Buck Shaw Stadium and can be purchased for $30. To purchase the two-pack, fans should call 408-556-7700. The match is the first stop of the Mexican national team's 2010 U.S. Tour, which is in preparation for the 2010 World Cup in South Africa. Mexico will play in six cities between Feb. 24 and May 13.
Quakes to Aid in Haiti Relief Effort
The Earthquakes are making a donation to the Red Cross' Relief and Development Fund to support the recovery after the devastating earthquake on Jan. 12. To donate, log on to
http://www.redcross.org/
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Quakes Sweetheart Pack
Looking for a gift for the soccer-loving special someone in your life? The Sweetheart Pack gets you two fun outings and some new Quakes gear to kick off 2010! For only $85 you'll get two tickets to the Earthquakes home opener vs. MLS Champion Real Salt Lake on March 27, two Quakes hoodies, and two complimentary AMC movie passes.
Quakes 2010 Season Tickets
The San Jose Earthquakes have significantly reduced season ticket prices for the 2010 Major League Soccer season. Season tickets start as low as $204. Season ticket prices have been reduced in all sections; Premier Midfield will now be $40 per game ($50 in 2009), Center Circle $30 per game ($35 in 2009), Sideline $20 per game ($30 in 2009), Goal View $15 per game ($20 in 2009) and Supporters Section $12 per game ($18 in 2009). For more information on season tickets, to renew season tickets or to place a deposit, call the Earthquakes Front Office at 408-556-7700. The Quakes have also created a number of new features and benefits for season ticket holders next year. A family section has been added inside the stadium, and the Supporters Section has been expanded to create an even greater home field advantage. Season Ticket Holders will additionally have access to the exclusive tailgate parking lot. Corona Cove seats will now be available as a season ticket option, and an extra row of NetSuite VIP On-field seats will be added for next season. Season Ticket Holders will also have first priority to purchase Earthquakes playoff tickets and tickets for international games. They will receive a 15 percent discount on game day merchandise, invitations to exclusive events, and priority rights to seats in the new stadium. The one thing that is not exclusive to Season Ticket Holders is savings.
