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Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Friday November 8th, 2024 - 09:20:10 PM GMT
Retirements paid before auction

Also remember that we will have retirement payouts before each auction as well as player downgrades if requested. As a reminder, details below

  • Players SL <= 12 will pay out 50k
  • Players SL >= 13 will pay out 100k

Note that this will apply retroactively to players already retired this season so that nobody is punished for having already retired players. Since players SL >= 13 cannot be retired yourself, please post in the blog here (Or via inbox) any players that you wish to retire but cannot do yourself. This is also a good time to request MPPs get downgraded to single position if you wish to free up a slot for auction bidding. Also remember that you may not retire to a roster size below 18 players.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Friday November 8th, 2024 - 09:18:15 PM GMT
First auction in 9 days

Can start getting bids in now (reminder: senior sides only), and start planning your finances accordingly.

 
Commissioner
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Monday November 4th, 2024 - 12:36:11 AM GMT
Trade: INT - POR

INT sends 50k, 2 TP to POR for Pete South (4/18 DM)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday November 3rd, 2024 - 08:36:13 PM GMT
Well done

Glad to have the season kicked off. Reminder that the next cup matches will be midweek on Wednesday. Senior sides will be both Sundays and Wednesdays until the league season kicks off in match 7 when youth sides also kick off.

 
David Blair
D.C. United


 
Recent Entries
Paul - 11/18
Team Record
352 - 237 - 498 (0.433)
Sunday November 3rd, 2024 - 02:12:58 PM GMT
And we are off!

Good luck to all except any of my immediate opponents - come on, what am I supposed to say?? 😄😄

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Thursday October 24th, 2024 - 08:45:57 PM GMT
Schedules ready - 12 days to get first senior lineups in

  1. Awards
  2. Player/Cash promotions 
  3. Turn on preseason for CP/TP purchases and captain choices
  4. Add in new youth players (1/16 done)
  5. Schedule matches
  6. Schedule auctions
  7. Kick off season

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Monday October 21st, 2024 - 04:46:09 PM GMT
Almost there

Ok, looks like we are almost done with preseason here. I am halfway done setting up the schedule, so I will aim to get that finished today and crack on with adding youth players. Should be good for a kickoff next week!

And no problem at all, David - I will also make sure it counts for the participation bonuses once the season gets under way.

 
David Blair
D.C. United


 
Recent Entries
Paul - 11/18
Team Record
352 - 237 - 498 (0.433)
Thursday October 17th, 2024 - 04:27:13 PM GMT
Oops!!

Apologies, Andy, I saw the window opened and just assumed it was fine to trade. 🙄

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Thursday October 17th, 2024 - 04:26:44 AM GMT
Trades

Mistake of mine that the trade window was open before everyone has completed preseason. Since both teams involved had done their preseason already I won't reverse the trade, but further trades will need to wait

 
Commissioner
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Wednesday October 16th, 2024 - 06:49:49 PM GMT
Trade: SEA - DC

SEA sends 475k to DC for Arnie Green (4/21 GK)

 
David Blair
D.C. United


 
Recent Entries
Paul - 11/18
Team Record
352 - 237 - 498 (0.433)
Tuesday October 15th, 2024 - 04:17:18 PM GMT
Preseason

Seems only 7 teams have done their preseason - 9 still to do. Andy can't move till it's all done. Let's help him out, eh? 😉😉

 
David Blair
D.C. United


 
Recent Entries
Paul - 11/18
Team Record
352 - 237 - 498 (0.433)
Tuesday October 15th, 2024 - 12:08:32 PM GMT
Preseason

Seems only 7 teams have done their preseason - 9 still to do. Andy can't move till it's all done. Let's help him out, eh? 😉😉

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday October 13th, 2024 - 04:00:31 AM GMT
Preseason now open

Make sure you do both youth and senior sides. Youth sides only need to choose a captain, as they cannot buy cp or tp. Don't worry if your new youth players have not been added yet, as they cannot be captain anyway

I will not be available to finish off scheduling and player additions until midweek, so I expect we will be aiming for a season kickoff 1.5 to 2 weeks from today. I will make sure all managers have at least 1 week to get in orders before we start.

 
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Sunday October 13th, 2024 - 02:43:38 AM GMT
Trade: CHA - DIS

CHA sends  to DIS for 1040k, Luis Monti (1/17 SW), Guiseppe Meazza (1/17 MF), Angelo Schiavio (1/17 FW)

 
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Sunday October 13th, 2024 - 02:41:37 AM GMT
Trade: ATL - SCF

ATL sends  to SCF for 1059k, Larry Cox (1/19 GK), Mario Mendoza (1/18 DF), Tom Paciorek (1/19 FW)

 
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Sunday October 13th, 2024 - 02:37:59 AM GMT
Trade: CAR - CDY

CAR sends  to CDY for 1275k, Charlie Brown (1/16 GK), Zac Hammond (1/18 DF), Louis Bragg (1/18 MF)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Thursday October 10th, 2024 - 07:16:43 PM GMT
David

Thanks very much for the offer, David! I should be able to devote the time in the coming days, but if anything comes up unexpected I may take you up on that offer.

I appreciate it

 
David Blair
D.C. United


 
Recent Entries
Paul - 11/18
Team Record
352 - 237 - 498 (0.433)
Thursday October 10th, 2024 - 09:37:12 AM GMT
Andy

Been there and got the tee shirt. A lot of work, but I for one realise how much is needed to be done. If you want some help in putting the new youths intom their teams just ask. :-)

 
Commissioner
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Wednesday October 9th, 2024 - 02:07:10 PM GMT
Trade: VAN - VCC

VAN sends  to VCC for 972k, Martin Odegaard (1/18 MF), Kai Havertz (1/18 FW), Gabriel Jesus (1/18 FW)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Wednesday October 9th, 2024 - 05:15:27 AM GMT
Youth Promotions

Done for 12 of our 16 teams. Once we have players from ATL, CHA, VAN, and CAR we should be good to move onto our next preseason tasks.
 

  1. Awards
  2. Player/Cash promotions (12/16 done)
  3. Turn on preseason for CP/TP purchases and captain choices
  4. Add in new youth players (I have already begun this step. 1/16 done)
  5. Schedule matches
  6. Schedule auctions
  7. Kick off season

 
Commissioner
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Wednesday October 9th, 2024 - 03:59:50 AM GMT
Trade: LAF - OCS

LAF sends  to OCS for 932k, Horchata Fridge (1/19 DF), Midnight Coffee (1/19 MF), Pickle Pop (1/19 FW)

 
Commissioner
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Wednesday October 9th, 2024 - 03:54:34 AM GMT
Trade: SEA - NSS

SEA sends  to NSS for 827k, S_Antell (1/18 DF), P_Lyle (1/17 MF), P_Knudson (1/18 FW)

 
Commissioner
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Wednesday October 9th, 2024 - 03:26:22 AM GMT
Trade: KC - KCA

KC sends  to KCA for 878k, Tyrell Daniel Jr (1/19 SW), Eldon Marks (1/18 WG), Luna Olson (1/18 FW)

 
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Wednesday October 9th, 2024 - 03:25:21 AM GMT
Trade: SJ - DAF

SJ sends  to DAF for 1164k, Dorde Petrovic (1/18 GK), Malo Gusto (1/18 DF), Cole Palmer (1/18 MF)

 
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Wednesday October 9th, 2024 - 03:24:05 AM GMT
Trade: CLB - REB

CLB sends  to REB for 954k, Karl Brough (1/19 DF), Barry Smith (1/19 WG), Ollie Simpson (1/19 FW)

 
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Wednesday October 9th, 2024 - 03:22:48 AM GMT
Trade: COL - CIW

COL sends  to CIW for 860k, Leopold Querfeld (1/17 DF), Romano Schmid (1/17 WG), Maximillian Entrup (1/18 FW)

 
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Wednesday October 9th, 2024 - 03:21:32 AM GMT
Trade: CHV - CCK

CHV sends  to CCK for 904k, Rab Thorne (1/19 GK), Victor Twigg (1/19 DF), Bryan Seed (1/19 MF)

 
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Wednesday October 9th, 2024 - 03:20:33 AM GMT
Trade: INT - FTL

INT sends  to FTL for 919k, Drake Callender (1/18 GK), Luis Suarez (1/18 FW), Lionel Messi (1/18 MF)

 
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Wednesday October 9th, 2024 - 03:19:19 AM GMT
Trade: DC - DCC

DC sends  to DCC for 780k, Harry Vanster (1/19 GK), Dave Downton (1/19 FW), Philip Bround (1/19 DF)

 
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Wednesday October 9th, 2024 - 03:18:07 AM GMT
Trade: AUS - SAN

AUS sends  to SAN for 1122k, Sebastian Driussi (1/17 DF), Jhojan Valencia (1/17 WG), Daniel Pereira (1/17 WG)

 
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Wednesday October 9th, 2024 - 03:16:51 AM GMT
Trade: HOU - LHT

HOU sends  to LHT for 858k, Joe Hollywood (1/17 GK), Tej Rekhi (1/17 SW), Clinton Van Ry (1/17 FW)

 
Willy Krosnyak
Inter Miami


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
13 - 4 - 21 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Friday October 4th, 2024 - 01:09:19 AM GMT
Pre-season player moves

I think that there is some confusion over how the requirements are spelled:

Senior squad: rosters need to be at a maximum of 22 players so the 3 youth players can be added (the system might not let you go beyond 25 players).

Youth squad: the first step for the commish is to move the 3 players to the senior squad and the system won't let you leave the roster at under 18 players, so you need a minimum of 21 players on the roster.

Hope this helps!  :)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Thursday October 3rd, 2024 - 04:37:46 PM GMT
Paul

Senior sides being lower is completely OK.

Mainly issues are run into if senior sides are over 22 or youth sides are not at 21. This is basically so that we can move the three players from the youth side to the senior side first, and then later add in the 7 new youth players. Not the end of the world if the numbers end up wrong, it just takes a few extra steps if so.

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Thursday October 3rd, 2024 - 12:24:55 PM GMT
Pre-Season

Andy, 

My Senior Squad is already at 18 and has been for a while. I am presuming this is ok as your mail says to have this to 22 players.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Wednesday October 2nd, 2024 - 08:37:40 PM GMT
Player Awards + OTF Added

See below for winners

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Wednesday October 2nd, 2024 - 08:30:23 PM GMT
Wiki Updated

Refreshing the wiki page was long overdue. The info in there should now be mostly correct - I will go back through at a later date and think what else may be missing and double check some of the finer points (I believe the tactical combinations section may be wrong, for example)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Wednesday October 2nd, 2024 - 07:17:14 PM GMT
New Teams

You'll notice a few changes to the team logos when you are seeing this:

  • ATL has changed from Atlanta Silverbacks to Atlanta United, with a new logo (Ctrl + F5 on windows if you don't see it)
  • PHI and RIS have become AUS and SAN, Austin FC and San Antonio FC
  • ROC and GBS have become LAF and OCS, Los Angeles FC and Orange County SC

Looking forward to those clubs giving some fresh faces to the league!

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday October 2nd, 2024 - 05:23:20 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through Journal Participation Season 33:
ATL(50) CLB(200) DC(100) PHI(200)

 
Commissioner
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Wednesday October 2nd, 2024 - 04:18:56 PM GMT
Trade: MTS - POR

MTS sends 1404k, Willie Moon (1/18 DF), Frankie Salizar (1/18 MF), Jhonny Perez (1/18 WG) to POR for

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Wednesday October 2nd, 2024 - 07:00:10 AM GMT
Preseason Needs

Please check your inboxes and follow pre-season player promotion and creation instructions. Please pay special attention to the number of players you should retire down to - Going below these numbers causes me extra work that I would like to avoid, thanks

PSA has happened and teams have been moved up and down divisions already. Once we have everyone's new players in I will start pre-season. Let's aim for a 1.5 to 2 week turnaround so that we can start the new season towards the middle of the month

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Wednesday October 2nd, 2024 - 06:32:06 AM GMT
Player awards - to be added soon

Div 1      
Golden boot +2 SL Dalby CAR
Golden Gloves +2 SL Turner CAR
Fair Play Award 3 OTF   COL
       
Div 2      
Golden Boot +2 SL Boddice CLB
Golden Gloves +2 SL Caldy INT
Fair Play Award 3 OTF   CHV
       
Div 3      
Golden boot +2 SL Sandat CDY
Golden Gloves +2 SL Lewis NSS
Fair Play Award 3 OTF   NSS
       
Div 4      
Golden boot +2 SL Campbell REB
Golden Gloves +2 SL Oakley REB
Fair Play Award 3 OTF   VCC

 
Commissioner
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Wednesday October 2nd, 2024 - 06:26:55 AM GMT
League/Cup Reviewer

The following teams receive League/Cup Reviewer through Match Reviews Season 33:
PHI(600)

 
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Wednesday October 2nd, 2024 - 06:25:55 AM GMT
Awards

The following teams receive Awards through Awards for Cup Finishes:
ATL(150) CAR(450) CCK(50) DC(50) KC(125) MTS(200) POR(750) ROC(50) RIS(100) SCF(50) VAN(125)

 
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Wednesday October 2nd, 2024 - 06:24:41 AM GMT
Awards

The following teams receive Awards through Awards for League Finish:
ATL(400) CDY(350) CAR(600) CCK(250) CHA(300) CHV(350) CIW(200) COL(300) CLB(500) REB(325) DCC(200) DC(300) DIS(275) DAF(275) FTL(200) GBS(300) HOU(500) INT(300) KC(550) KCA(225) LHT(200) MTS(300) NSS(200) PHI(300) POR(450) ROC(450) RIS(250) SJ(350) SCF(225) SEA(300) VCC(200) VAN(400)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Tuesday October 1st, 2024 - 01:26:59 PM GMT
Player name/position requests going out today

Sorry for the delay - real life has gotten in the way this past week, but we are good to go on with preseason today

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Monday September 23rd, 2024 - 08:12:45 PM GMT
[SPOILER] Season End

Thanks everyone for another great season! I will be starting offseason prep today and will have requests for new player names and positions into inboxes in the coming days.

Congrats to our playoffs winners, as well. Roy keeps COL in division 1 after a shootout win over ROC. However, he can't repeat that success with CIW, as they fall to David's DIS, who move up to div. 3.

 
Commissioner
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Sunday September 22nd, 2024 - 08:01:19 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 38:
Rochester Rhinos - MVP #4: 1 CP (dWw)

 
Mark Creasey
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday September 19th, 2024 - 11:41:16 PM GMT
Title winners

What an amazing final match showdown.

Energy Levels pushed to the limits!!

 

 

 
Jason Dowson
Carolina RailHawks


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
516 - 224 - 384 (0.559)
Tuesday September 17th, 2024 - 09:10:24 AM GMT
Title Thanks

Thanks everyone for a great season!
CAR and CDY were pushed all the way to the final games to win the titles.

Every week we were poring over the results and praying that HOU or MTP would drop points, but they hardly ever did!  Both CAR and CDY had to ride their luck and fortunately had hardly any injuries.  In the top of the table clashes last couple of weeks, we just came out on top, but it was very close.

Now would like to enjoy being champions for a while before next season when both teams will probably be the other end of the tables!

 

 

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Monday September 16th, 2024 - 02:54:34 PM GMT
Playoff matches

These had been scheduled for Wednesday originally, but I'm now realizing my mistake as that likely gives not enough time for orders to be put in. I will change the schedule so they are played on Sunday at the normal time.

Our matchups will be:

COL v ROC for division 1

CIW v DIS for division 3

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Monday September 16th, 2024 - 02:51:46 PM GMT
[SPOILER] Congrats!!

Congratulations to our winners in the leagues!

 

Jason doing the big double with the divisions 1 and 3 titles! Beating your title rivals in clutch matches late on was very well done. Impressive season!

Congrats to James at KC for securing the division 2 title and promotion! A big win on the final day to keep ahead of Steve's Columbus, who made a great run late season to nearly grab the title themselves.

Steve also gets a congrats for a great Div 4 title! They were run close, but were still able to win the title with one match to spare.

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Monday September 16th, 2024 - 12:05:35 PM GMT
Congratulations

Congratulations Jason on winning division 1

 
Stephen Williams Jnr
Laredo Heat


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
208 - 85 - 197 (0.511)
Monday September 16th, 2024 - 12:56:40 AM GMT
[SPOILER] Title

Congrats to Jason and Carolina, fully deserved. Great season and after a couple of runner up medals here's hoping to go one closer next season! 

 
Commissioner
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Sunday September 15th, 2024 - 08:01:40 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 37:
Colorado Ice White - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWD)
Carolina Dynamo - MVP #6: 25k (wWd)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Monday September 9th, 2024 - 09:15:37 PM GMT
[SPOILER] Title Deciders

We have had the luck of having the top two sides facing each other in 3 out of 4 leagues in the last 3 weeks of the season:

-A week ago, REB defeated GBS to put themselves 4 points ahead of GBS, allowing them to secure the division 4 title yesterday. Congrats, Steve!

-This past weekend, CDY beat MTS for the THIRD time this season, vaulting them into the lead in division 3, meaning that a win against LHT next weekend will secure the division 3 title. Talk about big performances from Jason and his side!

-This weekend, HOU will host CAR for the title - a win or draw for the home side will ensure that HOU get to celebrate the title on their home pitch, whereas an away victory will ensure the title for CAR. I believe either way will be a first Div. 1 title for either club, so it should be an exciting view.

 

Also worth noting that the Div. 2 title may well come down to goal difference this weekend, as well. Should be an exciting final weekend!

 
Commissioner
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Sunday September 8th, 2024 - 08:01:14 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 35:
Columbus Crew - MVP #4: 1 CP (WWw)
Columbus Rebels - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWw)
D.C. Colts - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)

 
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Wednesday September 4th, 2024 - 08:01:04 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 34:
Mount Tabor Portland - MVP #6: 25k (wWW)

 
Commissioner
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Sunday September 1st, 2024 - 08:01:22 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 33:
Vancouver Whitecaps - MVP #3: 1 TP (WDw)

 
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Wednesday August 28th, 2024 - 08:01:26 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 32:
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #7: 25k (wDw)
Savannah Celtic FC - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wdW)
Roxborough Indians S.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WDw)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday August 25th, 2024 - 09:26:13 PM GMT
[SPOILER] Title races

No explicit spoilers here, but it's shaping up to be an exciting finish for all divisions at the tops of the tables. First and second place are separated by 3 points or fewer in all four divisions...

 
Commissioner
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Sunday August 25th, 2024 - 08:01:54 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 31:
Mount Tabor Portland - MVP #5: 25k (wWw)
Houston Dynamo - MVP #4: 1 CP (WDw)
Gananda Bandits Rochester - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWW)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday August 25th, 2024 - 07:25:16 PM GMT
New Poll

Great suggestion, David. I would be happy to consider further adjustments to team names within reason over the league break. Senior sides would of course need to stick to current/recent MLS, USL, or NASL teams. Some of our current crop still exist in the USL (e.g. Charleston Battery), whereas others have since folded (e.g. Atlanta Silverbacks, Chivas USA)

 
David Blair
D.C. United


 
Recent Entries
Paul - 11/18
Team Record
352 - 237 - 498 (0.433)
Thursday August 22nd, 2024 - 10:33:31 AM GMT
Just a thought

When I join games I spend as much time going through the variious teams available for their names. I want to associate myself with my "lads". Now, D.C. Utd might grow on me in time, but if anybody out there covets my team and would consider a change, I am more than willing to consider a swap at the season end.

Also I notice the change of name which has brought Inter Miami and Fort Lauderdale - bringing OASL a bit closer to real life - any plans to alter any more names of current clubs? A Poll??

 
David Blair
D.C. United


 
Recent Entries
Paul - 11/18
Team Record
352 - 237 - 498 (0.433)
Thursday August 22nd, 2024 - 10:27:47 AM GMT
Andy's reminder

Thanks for that, Andy. Actually I remembered the Colts match but had forgotten to put in the "big" teams line up. Just as well I did.. :-)

 
Commissioner
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Wednesday August 21st, 2024 - 08:02:03 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 30:
Daniel Island S.A. - MVP #3: 1 TP (WWw)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Wednesday August 21st, 2024 - 06:00:23 PM GMT
Youth Cup Reminder

A belated reminder that the youth cup begins today. Glad to see that most managers have already put in orders for this one, but I will reach out to the few that are left to make sure that everyone is aware.

Sorry for the late notice - has been an unusually hectic week over here

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Tuesday August 20th, 2024 - 03:33:50 AM GMT
New DC Manager

DC and DCC have new managers...and it is the return of the great David Blair!

db

With over 800 OASL matches to his name, he is a legend in OASL and really needs no further introduction. Welcome back, David!

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday August 18th, 2024 - 08:01:52 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 29:
Carolina Dynamo - MVP #5: 25k (WwW)
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #6: 25k (wDW)
Savannah Celtic FC - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dWw)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday August 14th, 2024 - 08:01:38 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 28:
Rochester Rhinos - MVP #3: 1 TP (DWw)
Portland Timbers - MVP #4: 1 CP (WwW)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday August 11th, 2024 - 08:01:43 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 27:
Mount Tabor Portland - MVP #4: 1 CP (Www)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday August 7th, 2024 - 08:01:26 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 26:
Philadelphia Union - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (dww)
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #5: 25k (WwD)

 
Commissioner
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Sunday August 4th, 2024 - 08:01:58 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 25:
Atlanta Silverbacks - MVP #3: 1 TP (dwW)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Friday August 2nd, 2024 - 02:44:48 AM GMT
Trades + DD Shield

Reminder that the trade window will close this Sunday - any last trades should get in before then.

 

Also a reminder that the DD Shield is a double-elimination tournament. So, you are not knocked out of the early stages of the tournament until you lose twice. Matches for that competition will be continuing on the midweeks

 
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Wednesday July 31st, 2024 - 08:02:10 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 24:
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
Columbus Crew - MVP #3: 1 TP (WDw)

 
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Sunday July 28th, 2024 - 08:01:26 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 23:
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #4: 1 CP (DwW)
Carolina Dynamo - MVP #4: 1 CP (WwW)
Rochester Rhinos - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWw)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday July 28th, 2024 - 03:24:02 PM GMT
Trade window

I've realized that I did not announce last weekend that the trade window was closing today, so I will be giving folks an additional week to make any last trades they need due to my error.

The trade window will now shut at the match deadline on August 4th - next Sunday

 
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Wednesday July 24th, 2024 - 08:01:43 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 22:
Houston Dynamo - MVP #3: 1 TP (dWw)
De Anza Force S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWw)

 
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Tuesday July 23rd, 2024 - 04:54:31 AM GMT
Trade: ATL - PHI

ATL sends 100k, 2 TP to PHI for Helton Liete (5/21 GK)

 
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Sunday July 21st, 2024 - 08:01:35 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 21:
Portland Timbers - MVP #3: 1 TP (WwW)
Mount Tabor Portland - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWW)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday July 21st, 2024 - 07:44:09 PM GMT
Mid season report CP

Added for ATL and CLB

 
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Wednesday July 17th, 2024 - 08:01:39 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 20:
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWw)
Columbus Rebels - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (Wwd)
D.C. United - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wdW)
Atlanta Silverbacks - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Monday July 15th, 2024 - 01:30:44 AM GMT
If Houston are the England of OASL...

...I'd sure be happy to be Spain!

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Monday July 15th, 2024 - 01:26:38 AM GMT
MSA

Done!

 
Stephen Williams Jnr
Laredo Heat


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
208 - 85 - 197 (0.511)
Monday July 15th, 2024 - 12:34:10 AM GMT
Tonight's game

2-1 loss. Couldn't be happier. But that's the England game. Will happily sacrifice HOUs game for that by the same scoreline despite destroying the stats. But who cares, Viva Espana! 

 
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Sunday July 14th, 2024 - 08:01:16 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 19:
Vancouver Whitecaps - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (Wwd)
Gananda Bandits Rochester - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wDw)
Carolina Dynamo - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWw)
Chivas USA - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (dWw)

 
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Wednesday July 10th, 2024 - 08:01:31 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 18:
Daniel Island S.A. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (DwW)
Mount Tabor Portland - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWw)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Monday July 8th, 2024 - 01:58:09 PM GMT
MSA + DC

Mid season aging is just around the corner, with players taking the hit to skill level after this coming Sunday's matches.

Also note that we have league matches for a few midweeks, so make sure you get senior + youth lineups in for Wednesdays as well.

Finally, Matt at DC has decided to step down from his post due to time constraints. I will be serving as caretaker for the side until we can find a replacement.

 
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Sunday July 7th, 2024 - 09:25:14 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through :
DC(200)

 
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Sunday July 7th, 2024 - 08:01:11 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 17:
Columbus Rebels - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWW)
Columbus Crew - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)

 
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Wednesday July 3rd, 2024 - 08:00:56 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 16:
Portland Timbers - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (Www)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Monday July 1st, 2024 - 04:15:45 PM GMT
Final Auction on Sunday

This is the last one for the season, testing out having them spaced every two weeks apart. Make sure to get bids in!

A personal observation, the spacing of the aucitons seems to be better, but with shorter sesaons and therefore a need to spend more on CP/TP slots, cash balances remain low for the first half of the season, making auctions perhaps less competitive. I will look into options that include either pushing the auctions a week or two later into the season or perhaps other ways of balancing cashflows.

Finally, MSA is now two weeks away as a little reminder.

 
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Sunday June 30th, 2024 - 08:01:16 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 15:
Carolina Dynamo - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
Colorado Rapids - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Wdw)

 
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Sunday June 23rd, 2024 - 09:23:35 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through :
CAR(50) ROC(100)

 
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Sunday June 23rd, 2024 - 08:02:09 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 13:
Chivas USA - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wDW)
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #3: 1 TP (WWD)
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Friday June 21st, 2024 - 03:15:51 PM GMT
Auction - Retirements and MPP Downgrades also available

Please just message me or post here if you need a MPP downgrade or a retirement of a player with >12 SL. Otherwise I will catch retirements and pay them out before the auction runs.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Thursday June 20th, 2024 - 04:35:35 PM GMT
Auction Sunday - Second Reminder

Make sure you get bids in!

 
Andrew Foss-Grant Jnr
Mount Tabor Portland


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
215 - 103 - 155 (0.563)
Monday June 17th, 2024 - 02:26:23 PM GMT
Cup Quarterfinals midweek - Auction this Sunday

Second to last auction this weekend.

Midweeks will be cup matchups for the next three weeks

 
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Sunday June 16th, 2024 - 08:01:04 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 11:
Mount Tabor Portland - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)
Roxborough Indians S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (DwW)

 
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Wednesday June 12th, 2024 - 08:00:54 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 10:
Carolina Dynamo - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (DwW)
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Wednesday June 12th, 2024 - 12:50:02 AM GMT
On Ice

Just spotted that in my junior team one of my players has managed to pick up two red cards in the only two games he has played this season.

 
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Sunday June 9th, 2024 - 08:02:31 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 9:
Rochester Rhinos - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
Carson City Kickers - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
Houston Dynamo - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wDw)
Vancouver FC - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Dww)
Daniel Island S.A. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dWw)

 
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Sunday June 9th, 2024 - 07:32:46 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through :
PHI(150)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday June 9th, 2024 - 02:09:26 PM GMT
Auction tonight

Apologies for the late notice - been a busy week.

Second auction runs tonight! We will still be compensating retirements before the auction runs, so you still have time to post or message me if you need players retired or downgraded from MPP.

No MPP on sale today and no senior sides are at the max # of players, but I still want to make sure folks get cash if needed for retirements

 
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Wednesday June 5th, 2024 - 08:01:46 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 8:
Vancouver Whitecaps - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dwW)

 
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Sunday June 2nd, 2024 - 08:02:12 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 7:
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)
Portland Timbers - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWw)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Thursday May 30th, 2024 - 05:51:41 PM GMT
Nkunku

Should now be fixed. Good catch, Andy, thank you. After a quick scan through the youth teams, looks like he was the only one I missed adding in the EL to in the manual player creation.

 
Andy Shaw Jnr
De Anza Force S.C.


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
202 - 127 - 175 (0.527)
Thursday May 30th, 2024 - 04:55:56 PM GMT
Andrew

Nkunku is showing EL 0 in my youth team. 

 
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Wednesday May 29th, 2024 - 08:00:43 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 6:
Columbus Crew - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WDw)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Tuesday May 28th, 2024 - 04:02:35 PM GMT
Final Cup Match

Most cup groups still have much to play for:

Group A: Seattle have been eliminated, but each of the other 3 teams (INT, ATL, CLB) has a route to the last 8

Group B: CAR have qualified, DC have been eliminated, and PHI and SJ will be playing with it all on the line (a draw means PHI make it through)

Group C: HOU have qualified and CHV have been eliminated. CHA have to better POR's result to pass them and make it through to the next round.

Group D: KC have qualified. All 3 other teams (ROC, VAN, and COL) have a route through, with COL currently in control of the spot.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Tuesday May 28th, 2024 - 03:56:36 PM GMT
Youth Teams

Youth teams are all populated with their new players. Please reach out if you find any errors in your 7 new players.

First league matches will happen this Sunday. An early reminder that you will need to input both senior and youth lineups for the first time this weekend.

 
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Sunday May 26th, 2024 - 09:56:16 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through :
ATL(200) CAR(200) CHA(300) CHV(250) COL(200) INT(50) KC(250) POR(250) ROC(350) SJ(300) VAN(300)

 
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Sunday May 26th, 2024 - 08:00:57 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 5:
Atlanta Silverbacks - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (DWw)

 
David Campbell
Charleston Battery


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
326 - 233 - 487 (0.423)
Sunday May 26th, 2024 - 10:17:37 AM GMT
CHA retirements

Alex Olsen 6/4 SW

Joachim Olsen 6/4 DF

Aron Olsen 6/4 MF

Gerhard Olsen 6/10 MF

Billy Gilmour 5/7 MF

Craig Kelly 5/12 FW

Its the end of an era for the Olsen family!

 

Please downgrade Claus Michaelson from MA to MF.  

Thanks

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Saturday May 25th, 2024 - 09:41:04 PM GMT
CHV Retirements and MPP Change

CHV Retirements and MPP Change

 

Chivas retirements 

Ivor Iris WG 6/4 - 50k

Harold Hedge WG  6/4 - 50k

Gerry Knot FW 6/5 - 50k

Willie Weed FW 6/8 - 50k

Trevor Thistle GK 6/8 - 50k

Total 250k


MPP Change

Please also change Robin Root MA to MF

 
Paul Roseblade Jnr
Carson City Kickers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
192 - 121 - 183 (0.509)
Saturday May 25th, 2024 - 09:39:57 PM GMT
CHV Retirements and MPP Change

Chivas retirements 

Ivor Iris WG 6/4 - 50k

Harold Hedge WG  6/4 - 50k

Gerry Knot FW 6/5 - 50k

Willie Weed FW 6/8 - 50k

Trevor Thistle GK 6/8 - 50k

Total 250k


MPP Change

Please also change Robin Root MA to MF

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Saturday May 25th, 2024 - 04:01:37 PM GMT
Retirements

Two players retired. Please also retire Kovacic & Drogba both 5/13.

Amend Brooking to MF.

Cheers Andy. 

 
Willy Krosnyak
Inter Miami


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
13 - 4 - 21 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Saturday May 25th, 2024 - 02:30:53 AM GMT
INT retired...

(While we wait for Messi~Suarez to get older!)

6/7 DF Marty Stewart retires ~ 50k

 

MPP Downgrade: Lennie Parrot to DF

 
Mark Creasey
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday May 24th, 2024 - 09:47:08 PM GMT
VAN retire

I got the values wildly wrong.  My bad.

VAN retire

50k: Tuguy     SW    5/7    
50k: Willie Gay     DF    7/2    
100k: Mo Johnston     FW    5/16    
100k: Henrik Larsson     FW    4/14

 

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Friday May 24th, 2024 - 03:16:11 AM GMT
Retirements before Sunday's auction

Just a reminder on retirements. I will try to get the wiki updated early this season so that it better reflects what we've been doing the past few seasons for retirements. Mark - see below as I think your blog post hints at expecting the old old system for OASL retirements.

All - Many rosters are at maximum player counts + maximum numbers of MPPs. Before next Sunday's auction (May 26th) we are going to incentivize retirements as below (Payout before next Sunday's auction, and then again a week later if anyone misses the deadline):

  • Players SL <= 12 will pay out 50k
  • Players SL >= 13 will pay out 100k

Note that this will apply retroactively to players already retired this season so that nobody is punished for having already retired players. Since players SL >= 13 cannot be retired yourself, please post in the blog here (Or via inbox) any players that you wish to retire but cannot do yourself. This is also a good time to request MPPs get downgraded to single position if you wish to free up a slot for auction bidding. Also remember that you may not retiire to a roster size below 18 players.

 
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Wednesday May 22nd, 2024 - 08:00:48 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 4:
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)
Philadelphia Union - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWw)

 
Mark Creasey
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday May 22nd, 2024 - 01:46:10 PM GMT
VAN sales

Players for sale, or shall be cash-in before auction.

 

TRANSFER LIST 
 TEAM   PLAYER   AGE   SL   POS   INFORMATION 
VAN Hammish McAlpine   5   16   GK   825k (cash-in value 800k), or resources 
VAN Tuguy   5   7   SW   180k (cash-in value 175k), or resources 
VAN Javain Brown   5   11   DF   280k (cash-in value 275k), or resources 
VAN Henrik Larsson   4   14   FW   725k (cash-in value 700k), or resources 

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Tuesday May 21st, 2024 - 07:24:21 PM GMT
Auction this weekend

Reminder that our first Auction is this Sunday. There will only be 4 auctions this season, so if you want a 4th age 1 player, some experienced players, or extra resources you will have fewer opportunities than before.

 
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Sunday May 19th, 2024 - 08:00:57 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 3:
Inter Miami - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)
Houston Dynamo - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWD)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Wednesday May 15th, 2024 - 01:39:04 AM GMT
Match 1, Schedule, and Auctions

Thanks for the full house for Match 1! I appreciate everyone's help getting preseason finished and the season started.

Schedules for the rest of the group stage have been added, and I have also re-created the league schedules to fix a bug where INT were showing up with the wrong team logo and name on the scoreboards. Match 2 should be the last time we see that bug.

Auctions have also been populated. Taking into account your feedback, all Auctions are now spaced apart by 2 weeks and we will have one fewer auction than last season. I will also run player cash-ins before each of the four auctions, as well as calling for any downgrades of MPPs needed.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday May 12th, 2024 - 02:11:03 AM GMT
All preseason orders in

We are set to go with season kickoff on Sunday evening. I'll be adding the last few missing fixtures and new youth players around then, as well. First youth match will be matchday 7, so I will announce once all sides are updated (hopefully that's this weekend)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday May 12th, 2024 - 02:07:31 AM GMT
Youth CPs

I have allowed youth sides that had leftover CP from the previous season to keep up to 5 each of the past few seasons. So, a youth side could start with up to 10 (5 new + 5 rollover). But, none should be purchased.

I have done this as I see little advantage in not using your CP one season and saving for the next. It allows for new managers to start off with a decent catch-up option should they be taking over a neglected club. However, I am happy to consider a different option for next season if we would like to make proposals.

 
Bryce Kalmbach Jnr
Savannah Celtic FC


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
167 - 129 - 198 (0.469)
Friday May 10th, 2024 - 10:30:55 PM GMT
Re: Junior CPs

Nope.

From Andy's post below:

 

Reminders:

-Your youth squad cannot buy additional CP or TP

-Your youth squads do not all yet have the new players added. Know that they will be added, but since they cannot be your captain anyway, they do not matter for your preseason orders.

 
Paul Roseblade Jnr
Carson City Kickers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
192 - 121 - 183 (0.509)
Friday May 10th, 2024 - 12:43:26 PM GMT
CP's for Junior Teams Query

Have i missed this, can the junior sides gain more than the standard 5 free CP's and purchase these in Preseason? If so is there a maximum that the junior team can have ?

 
Bryce Kalmbach
Atlanta Silverbacks


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
416 - 268 - 399 (0.508)
Tuesday May 7th, 2024 - 11:01:09 PM GMT
Re: Inter Miami

Love it Willy! Totally a fan of the change.

 
Willy Krosnyak
Inter Miami


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
13 - 4 - 21 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Monday May 6th, 2024 - 11:21:50 PM GMT
Inter Miami is here! ~~ Thank you Andy!

Just like in RL we have the task now to make Inter Miami rise from the bottom!

And a RL note: I went to Foxboro to see New England Revolution play Inter Miami a couple of years ago, there was no large croud and tickets were very cheap!

I went to see them last week and the tickets were outrageously expensive and the croud was huge!!

But it was worth it!  Messi was great and Suarez came in and scored a beauty!  :)

So, back to OASL, look for youngsters Messi and Suarez spend a season with the Jr team...!

Thank you Andy!

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Monday May 6th, 2024 - 05:40:34 PM GMT
Team Name Changed

By request of Manager Willy, Minnesota Thunder and Minnesota United have now been changed to Inter Miami and Ft Lauderdale FC. This was opened up by the loss of our old Miami team, Miami FC, a few seasons back. The history of MIN will stay with INT, we just will have the new name, abbreviation, and logo for that club.

We'll see if Messi can work his wonders for INT as he does in real life...

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday May 5th, 2024 - 06:17:22 AM GMT
Preseason On

Please handle your preseason orders in the 'Transactions' tab for both your senior sides and your youth sides.

Reminders:

-Your youth squad cannot buy additional CP or TP

-Your youth squads do not all yet have the new players added. Know that they will be added, but since they cannot be your captain anyway, they do not matter for your preseason orders.

 

 

Season will start in one week, so please get everythign in place quickly! Only senior sides have matches for the first 6 (I have only scheduled the first two of the six cup group stage matches so far), so no need to worry about the youth sides other than picking your captain for now.

 
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Sunday May 5th, 2024 - 04:02:47 AM GMT
Trade: ROC - GBS

ROC sends  to GBS for 910k, Artichoke Plasma (1/16 GK), Burrito Sneeze (1/16 FW), Bubblegum Typewriter (1/17 MF)

 
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Sunday May 5th, 2024 - 03:57:16 AM GMT
Trade: CCK - CHV

CCK sends 900k, Stevie Ash (1/19 DM), Ross Tree (1/18 DF), Marc Birch (1/19 FW) to CHV for

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Thursday May 2nd, 2024 - 11:49:39 PM GMT
CHV/CCK Preseason Details Sent

Andy

details sent to you now. 
Thanks

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Thursday May 2nd, 2024 - 04:16:05 AM GMT
Almost there

Just two orders yet to be sent. Thanks for the update, Paul. Hopefully this means we can have them in and processed tomorrow, meaning that we will be able to open up preseason at that point.

From there I will just need to finish creating the new youth players and get the schedule created. Best guess is that we will be able to start the season with match 1 on May 12th.

 
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Thursday May 2nd, 2024 - 03:07:59 AM GMT
Trade: MTS - POR

MTS sends 1117k, Lon Wells (1/19 WG), Eddie Smyth (1/19 FW), Marcelo Salazar (1/18 GK) to POR for

 
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Thursday May 2nd, 2024 - 03:03:17 AM GMT
Trade: DIS - CHA

DIS sends 931k, Pedro Cea (1/18 FW), Hector Castro (1/19 MA), Jose Nasazzi (1/18 SW) to CHA for

 
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Thursday May 2nd, 2024 - 03:02:00 AM GMT
Trade: VAN - VCC

VAN sends  to VCC for 1093k, Leep The Keep (1/18 GK), Neil McCann (1/18 WG), Todd Cantwell (1/18 WG)

 
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Thursday May 2nd, 2024 - 03:00:45 AM GMT
Trade: DCC - DC

DCC sends 982k, Colin Cooper (1/19 FW), Fred Smith (1/19 MF), Jospeh Marks (1/19 DF) to DC for

 
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Thursday May 2nd, 2024 - 02:59:26 AM GMT
Trade: CIW - COL

CIW sends 1124k, Flavius Daniliuc (1/17 DF), Alexander Schlager (1/18 GK), Karim Onisiwo (1/18 MA) to COL for

 
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Thursday May 2nd, 2024 - 02:57:47 AM GMT
Trade: ATL - SCF

ATL sends  to SCF for 984k, Spike Owen (1/19 MF), Alvin Davis (1/19 FW), Bob Kearney (1/19 DM)

 
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Thursday May 2nd, 2024 - 02:56:29 AM GMT
Trade: DAF - SJ

DAF sends 1351k, Reece James (1/18 DM), Nicolas Jackson (1/18 FW), Mykhailo Mudryk (1/18 WG) to SJ for

 
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Thursday May 2nd, 2024 - 02:54:55 AM GMT
Trade: CLB - REB

CLB sends  to REB for 1063k, James Amidola (1/17 GK), Dean Huxley (1/18 DM), Gerry Anderson (1/18 WG)

 
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Thursday May 2nd, 2024 - 02:53:17 AM GMT
Trade: LHT - HOU

LHT sends 1065k, Steve Ellul (1/18 DF), Pawel Kwrotslaw (1/18 WG), Nigel Fairweather (1/18 MA) to HOU for

 
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Thursday May 2nd, 2024 - 02:51:36 AM GMT
Trade: CAR - CDY

CAR sends  to CDY for 1305k, Jack Wood (1/17 WG), Ronnie Blake (1/17 MA), Harry Taylor (1/17 DF)

 
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Thursday May 2nd, 2024 - 02:50:16 AM GMT
Trade: GOG - MIN

GOG sends 1161k, Charlie Drake (1/17 DF), Eddie Forrester (1/17 DM), Gordon Harrower (1/17 FW) to MIN for

 
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Thursday May 2nd, 2024 - 02:49:00 AM GMT
Trade: KCA - KC

KCA sends 1068k, Justin Frank (1/19 GK), Jack Ryan (1/19 SD), Bartek Majkowski (1/19 WG) to KC for

 
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Thursday May 2nd, 2024 - 02:47:20 AM GMT
Trade: RIS - PHI

RIS sends 953k, Olwetha Mokhayana (1/17 DF), Holden Trent (1/18 GK), Joaquin Torres (1/17 MA) to PHI for

 
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Thursday May 2nd, 2024 - 02:45:26 AM GMT
Trade: SEA - NSS

SEA sends  to NSS for 1103k, David Maguire (1/17 FW), Peter Masterson (1/17 MF), Sam Livermore (1/17 DF)

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Wednesday May 1st, 2024 - 11:48:11 PM GMT
CHV Preseason

Andrew

CHV preseason  be sorted tomorrow. Apologies for not creating sooner. 
 

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Saturday April 27th, 2024 - 06:51:53 PM GMT
Ball Control

I can look into it, Steve. Probably can bump the settings up to be similar to other leagues now, and then can poll further changes at the end of the season. But I'll look at the numbers here in the coming days

 
Steve Turner
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Saturday April 27th, 2024 - 05:05:20 PM GMT
Ball Control - a plea

A bit of History: back in the day there was only MSWL (well there might have been others but OASL comes from MSWL) and when SESL started season 16 it joined the new server. SFLSL and OASL joined later. For those that don't know, Al asked me to set up ODFL as a test bed for new ideas and for new players to try out the game. I got Dave Dowson to help run ODFL and he took over completely when life got in my way. I dropped out of all but MSWL but that stopped as Al concentrated on United.

To have a game on the Olmec server meant you used the same game engine (apart from an addition per league) and tactics formula. FW OFF for Loingball used to be 1.5 but was reduced to 1.25  (Feb 2006) as it was deemed too effective. WG OFF for Early Cross was later (Dec 2008) reduced from 1.75 to 1.6 for the same reason.

While I was away from the game Dave changed ODFL to OASL and a new ODFL started up. He also introduced the Youth League. And Commishes were given the power to alter the tactical formula.

SFLSL has always kept the "default" formula.

SESL changed a little: WG is back at 1.75 for EC, OTF for C has increased and BC has changed a lot, increased OFF and DEF from OTF and decreased DEF from DF.

OASL also changed a lot and after David Blair took over he altered some (BC was was too powerful). However there are still a lot of differences (comparing to SFLSL):

Stall: GP is increased, DEF for DF and MF increased, OTF decreased. OFF for MF and WG decreased

Early Cross: WG back to 1.75

Ball Control: WG reduced from 1.25 to 1.0 and OTF reduced from 1.5 to 1.25 - both for OFF. Nothing increased so it's even weaker than in SFLSL.

Ball Control isn't the best tactic as it is - the extra OFF/DEF you get from OTF has little impact in a high SL league and doesn't make up for the lower GP you get from SW and DF. In the Youth league it could be better with lower SLs but OTF is fixed at 1.

Even in SESL it is generally weaker than the other tactics, only getting close with a 5 to 2 MF advantage. I use it because with OTF giving more and DF less, marking doesn't hurt as much when you mark.

(When marking a player loses all GP, DEF and OFF - in SESL these add up to 1.0, and he takes 1.0 or more off the marked player. In the other leagues he loses 1.25. When playing something like N a marking DF loses 1.75 or 1.8 making it very unattractive).

Can we at least have BC numbers set to the same as SFLSL. If I ever decide to play BC (I wanted to in the Dave Dowson shield) it is likely to be 5-5-2 with a strong WG.

 

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Saturday April 27th, 2024 - 12:13:14 AM GMT
Preseason draft orders

Have completed the request for COl/CIW

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday April 25th, 2024 - 03:48:03 PM GMT
SJ responded

Just replied. 
 

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Wednesday April 24th, 2024 - 06:22:36 PM GMT
Halfway there

About half of the new player/promoted player responses in at this point. Will likely start moving players and creating new players tomorrow for those sides that have sent me their responses.

For those that still need to decide, please try to get me your responses by this weekend so that we can proceed with preseason orders next week.

Thanks!

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Tuesday April 23rd, 2024 - 05:09:36 PM GMT
SEA position changes

Thanks Derek. Will go ahead and process those  changes with your player promotions. Note that Hopper, Levi, and Sampson can all be changed, but Walters will need to stay as a WG, since he is not a MPP.

 
Derek Purvis
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday April 21st, 2024 - 09:09:40 PM GMT
Player upgrades Seatle

Could you pllease change the positions of the following players

Michael Sampson to DF

Guy Levi to FW

Vinny Walters to FW

Ashton Hooper to MF

 

cheers

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Saturday April 20th, 2024 - 03:06:11 AM GMT
Preseason Needs sent out to Inbox

Please check your inboxes and follow pre-season player promotion and creation instructions. Please pay special attention to the number of players you should retire down to - Going below these numbers causes me extra work that I would like to avoid, thanks

I'll have player awards added in here momentarily as my last item for today. PSA has happened and teams have been moved up and down divisions already. Once we have everyone's new players in I will start pre-season. Let's aim for a 1.5 to 2 week turnaround so that we can start the new season at the beginning of May.

 
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Saturday April 20th, 2024 - 02:31:22 AM GMT
Awards

The following teams receive Awards through Youth Cup Awards:
CDY(50) DAF(200) MTS(100) RIS(50)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Saturday April 20th, 2024 - 02:24:52 AM GMT
Maybe better formatted table

Div 1      
Golden boot +2 SL Carranza PHI
Golden Gloves +2 SL Svenssen CHA
Fair Play Award 3 OTF   CHA
       
Div 2      
Golden Boot +2 SL Eddington ATL
    Reed ATL
    Purdy POR
Golden Gloves +2 SL Tree CHV
Fair Play Award 3 OTF   KC
       
Div 3      
Golden boot +2 SL Sattleberger CIW
Golden Gloves +2 SL Oakley REB
Fair Play Award 3 OTF   GOG
       
Div 4      
Golden boot +2 SL Anderson CDY
Golden Gloves +2 SL Hill DCC
Fair Play Award 3 OTF   SCF

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Saturday April 20th, 2024 - 02:23:52 AM GMT
Player Awards - To be added after PSA

Div 1      
Golden boot +2 SL Carranza PHI
Golden Gloves +2 SL Svenssen CHA
Fair Play Award 3 OTF   CHA
       
Div 2      
Golden Boot +2 SL Eddington ATL
    Reed ATL
    Purdy POR
Golden Gloves +2 SL Tree CHV
Fair Play Award 3 OTF   KC
       
Div 3      
Golden boot +2 SL Sattleberger CIW
Golden Gloves +2 SL Oakley REB
Fair Play Award 3 OTF   GOG
       
Div 4      
Golden boot +2 SL Anderson CDY
Golden Gloves +2 SL Hill DCC
Fair Play Award 3 OTF   SCF

 
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Saturday April 20th, 2024 - 02:11:30 AM GMT
League/Cup Reviewer

The following teams receive League/Cup Reviewer through Match Reviews Season 32:
PHI(600)

 
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Saturday April 20th, 2024 - 02:11:09 AM GMT
Awards

The following teams receive Awards through League Awards:
ATL(400) CDY(325) CAR(350) CCK(300) CHA(450) CHV(300) CIW(350) COL(400) CLB(300) REB(200) DCC(200) DC(300) DIS(200) DAF(250) GBS(200) HOU(500) KC(450) KCA(225) LHT(275) MIN(300) GOG(200) MTS(275) NSS(300) PHI(600) POR(550) ROC(350) RIS(250) SJ(300) SCF(225) SEA(300) VCC(200) VAN(500)

 
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Saturday April 20th, 2024 - 02:08:23 AM GMT
Awards

The following teams receive Awards through Cup Awards:
ATL(125) CAR(450) COL(600) CLB(200) PHI(125) POR(50) SJ(150)

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday April 16th, 2024 - 05:09:53 PM GMT
Congratulations

Well done Andrew on a smoothly run season,keep up the good work

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Tuesday April 16th, 2024 - 01:07:00 PM GMT
Congrats

Andrew as well - great season of running this, thank you! 

 
Andrew Foss-Grant Jnr
Mount Tabor Portland


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
215 - 103 - 155 (0.563)
Monday April 15th, 2024 - 03:34:45 PM GMT
Congratulations

Congratulations to all of our winners this season!

  • Philadelphia the big winner in division 1 - holding off a late charge from Houston to secure their second title in three seasons. Congrats, Rob!
  • Portland added their first division 2 title to their trophy cabinet
  • Colorado Ice White won their first youth title since winning back-to-back in seasons 17 and 18. Congrats, Roy!
  • Carolina Dynamo left no doubt in division 4, easily coming out top of the pile with a 9 point gap to second place. Congrats, Jason!
  • Jason added to his haul this season with a senior trophy, winning the Al Sellers Cup with the Carolina RailHawks for the second time.
  • Roy also picked up both a senior and youth trophy, with Colorado Rapids winning the Dave Dowson Shield for the second time in their history
  • Andy Shaw also came up a winner in the cups, with De Anza Force winning the youth cup. Congrats Andy!

After the playoffs, POR and VAN will be moving up to division 1, replacing MIN and SEA. In the youth leagues, CDY, CCK, and MTS will be moving up to divison 3 while VCC, REB, and GOG will be moving down to division 4.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday April 14th, 2024 - 03:36:10 AM GMT
End of Season

Offseason instructions will be coming soon after the promotion playoffs. Looking forward to another great season ahead.

 
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Wednesday April 10th, 2024 - 08:00:45 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 37:
De Anza Force S.C. - MVP #4: 1 CP (wdw)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Monday April 8th, 2024 - 03:23:16 PM GMT
Promotion Playoffs

Are set for this weekend. Be on the lookout for the final orders required if you are involved:

SJ vs KC for a place in division 1
VCC vs MTS for a place in division 3

Cup finals midweek will also provide some top entertainment for neutrals - both the senior and youth finals look set for fireworks.

 
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Sunday April 7th, 2024 - 08:01:02 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 36:
Houston Dynamo - MVP #4: 1 CP (WWw)

 
Steve Turner
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Wednesday April 3rd, 2024 - 10:57:53 PM GMT
[SPOILER] Spoiler for tonight's game

Em vee peeeeee

 

Long time coming

 
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Wednesday April 3rd, 2024 - 08:00:35 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 35:
Mount Tabor Portland - MVP #4: 1 CP (wdw)
Columbus Crew - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)

 
Stephen Williams Jnr
Laredo Heat


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
208 - 85 - 197 (0.511)
Tuesday April 2nd, 2024 - 03:47:37 PM GMT
[SPOILER] Matej Oravec

And he will be leading them out as Division 1 champs, after what seemed like an inevitable win against Carolina. 

Great season, was tough chasing down the Philly machine but at least gave our lads some motivation. 

Well deserved winners - congratulations. 

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Sunday March 31st, 2024 - 09:54:30 PM GMT
Matej Oravec

Matej  Oravec will lead the Philadelphia Union side out onto the pitch against Charleston Battery in his final match before retiring it will be his 205th game over 7 seasons for the Union,he will take up the assistant managers role at Roxborough Indians developing the youth players ready for their transformation to Philadelphia Union in the big boys league,he has an eye for talent and he has our total backing in all his decisions. 

 
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Sunday March 31st, 2024 - 08:00:59 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 34:
Philadelphia Union - MVP #6: 25k (wdW)
Colorado Rapids - MVP #5: 25k (WWd)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Thursday March 28th, 2024 - 02:14:13 AM GMT
[SPOILER] Last two weeks of season

What's at stake?

In the Dave Dowson Shield, the winner of next Wednesday's matchup between CLB and SJ will face COL in the final.

In the Youth Cup, CDY, MTS, RIS, and DAF all find themselves in the semifinals.

In Division 1, Philadelphia has the chance to seal up the division with a win in either of their next two matches. SEA seem all but certain for relegation, while MIN, SJ, and CAR could all end up in either the second relegation spot or in the promotion/relegation playoff match

In Division 2, Portland have wrapped up the title and promotion, while ATL, VAN, and KC are all most likely for the second promotion spot and the promotion/relegation playoff.

In the youth divisions, Colorado can wrap up their Div 3 title this weekend, while Carolina have already won Div 4. Tight races for the rest of the promotion and relegation spots in both youth divisions.

 
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Wednesday March 27th, 2024 - 08:00:47 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 33:
Roxborough Indians S.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)
De Anza Force S.C. - MVP #3: 1 TP (wwW)

 
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Sunday March 24th, 2024 - 08:01:25 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 32:
Vancouver Whitecaps - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (DWw)
Portland Timbers - MVP #6: 25k (wDW)
Colorado Ice White - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWW)
Carolina Dynamo - MVP #5: 25k (www)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Friday March 22nd, 2024 - 02:17:18 AM GMT
[SPOILER] Congrats

Congrats to Roy and COL for being the first team to make the DD Cup final! We have four sides remaining in the losers' bracket fighting over the next two midweeks to be the second side in the final. CAR, CLB, POR, and SJ will be the ones competing for that spot.

In the Youth Cup, 8 clubs remain for the quarterfinals, being played next Wednesday: CIW, CDY, VCC, MTS, DIS, RIS, GBS, and DAF.

Roy at CIW and Jason at CDY must be tired of seeing each other - After 7 meetings with their senior sides this season, they will now have to face off with their youth sides, as well.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Friday March 22nd, 2024 - 02:10:29 AM GMT
Blowout

Happy to consider an appeal there. I'll just ask that Matt sends me a note in my inbox or posts here to confirm.

In an ideal world, I would like to avoid refunding blowouts for NMRs as that is some of the risk with not having moves in. However, I understand that NMRs do happen as life gets busy (I've had them here, too), and a blowout is a pretty harsh punishment for that, especially in the shorter seasons we have here in OASL. Also, I would prefer to minimize NMRs through making the game engaging rather than punishing players for every little thing

 
Roy Rolsten Jnr
Colorado Ice White


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
231 - 94 - 176 (0.555)
Thursday March 21st, 2024 - 02:02:51 AM GMT
DC Colts Blowout

Can we refund the DC Colts their 120k blowout fine?

They NMR'd against my Colorado so it wasn't intentional

 
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Wednesday March 20th, 2024 - 08:00:53 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 31:
Laredo Heat - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (DwW)
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wDw)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Tuesday March 19th, 2024 - 07:32:46 PM GMT
Youth Team Lineup Reminder

Reminder that all youth teams play tomorrow - double check that you have your lineups in!

 
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Sunday March 17th, 2024 - 08:00:51 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 30:
Carson City Kickers - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
Savannah Celtic FC - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Thursday March 14th, 2024 - 03:16:33 PM GMT
Youth Cup Starts Next Week

Remember that after this weekend all teams will have a Wednesday youth cup matchup!

 
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Wednesday March 13th, 2024 - 08:00:48 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 29:
Portland Timbers - MVP #5: 25k (Dww)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Tuesday March 12th, 2024 - 06:31:27 PM GMT
DD Shield

And now we are down to 12. 4 more to be knocked out tomorrow.

The youth cup will be kicking off in a week's time, so just a reminder that you will have a wednesday deadline for your youth sides on the Wednesday after this Sunday's match.

 
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Sunday March 10th, 2024 - 08:00:56 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 28:
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)
De Anza Force S.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
Mount Tabor Portland - MVP #3: 1 TP (wdW)

 
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Wednesday March 6th, 2024 - 08:01:06 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 27:
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #4: 1 CP (WDW)
Atlanta Silverbacks - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWd)

 
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Sunday March 3rd, 2024 - 08:01:22 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 26:
KC Athletics - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wDw)

 
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Wednesday February 28th, 2024 - 08:00:46 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 25:
Colorado Rapids - MVP #4: 1 CP (WwD)

 
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Sunday February 25th, 2024 - 08:01:00 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 24:
Carolina Dynamo - MVP #4: 1 CP (WWw)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday February 25th, 2024 - 05:11:10 PM GMT
Cup scheduled

Senior sides kick off this Wednesday. Remember, the DD Shield is double elimination, so losers this midweek will still play next week.

Youth cup knockouts start Matchday 31.

Final CP bonuses for trades have now been added, as well.

 
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Thursday February 22nd, 2024 - 03:27:47 AM GMT
Trade: CAR - POR

CAR sends 175k to POR for T_Swinney (4/17 DF)

 
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Wednesday February 21st, 2024 - 08:01:00 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 23:
Philadelphia Union - MVP #5: 25k (wWW)
Portland Timbers - MVP #4: 1 CP (wWW)

 
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Tuesday February 20th, 2024 - 07:45:01 PM GMT
Trade: SJ - POR

SJ sends 250k to POR for Ben Byrd (3/18 DF)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Monday February 19th, 2024 - 11:56:02 PM GMT
Trade window shuts on Saturday

Get in any last trades before Sunday's match.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Monday February 19th, 2024 - 04:38:38 PM GMT
DD Shield

Bracket for the cup (as well as youth cup) will be set after this week's midweek matches. Seeding will be based on league standings at that point.

Reminder that the DD shield is double elimination (play until you lose twice) and the youth cup is single elimination

 
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Monday February 19th, 2024 - 04:30:51 PM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through Blowout appeal:
KCA(120)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Monday February 19th, 2024 - 04:29:23 PM GMT
Participation CP added

And marked off on the front page. If the front page is missing one please feel free to let me know.

 
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Sunday February 18th, 2024 - 08:00:58 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 22:
Mount Tabor Portland - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WDw)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday February 14th, 2024 - 08:01:09 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 21:
Charleston Battery - MVP #3: 1 TP (DWw)
Colorado Rapids - MVP #3: 1 TP (dWw)
Colorado Ice White - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
De Anza Force S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)
Daniel Island S.A. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Wdw)
Carolina Dynamo - MVP #3: 1 TP (WDw)

 
Mark Creasey
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday February 12th, 2024 - 09:51:55 PM GMT
5 player blowout

KC Athletics having no MF players in a squad of 25 may have confused NMR program also.

Every minute of match it tried force a SW to a MF

Min 2: Yasu Trumbauer(KCA) is forced to reposition to MF.

NMR looks for players EL6 and above.  It also tries for a 4-4-2 formation, I think.

There seemed adequate EL amongst roster, so may have got its knickers in a twist with the 3 SW and no MF, made an attempt at repositioning some players, and then just threw in the towel !
 

 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday February 11th, 2024 - 08:01:01 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 20:
Atlanta Silverbacks - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWw)
Portland Timbers - MVP #3: 1 TP (wDW)
North Sound Seawolves - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)

 
Steve Turner Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday February 11th, 2024 - 06:26:17 PM GMT
5 players

NMR program always struggles when ELs are low. Lucky to get 5 players, it's normally 4. Of course only 5 players used up EL...

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Saturday February 10th, 2024 - 04:26:56 PM GMT
Blowout

Agree - and I'll also see if we can find out why this happened.

 
James White
KC Athletics


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
213 - 92 - 195 (0.518)
Saturday February 10th, 2024 - 12:31:59 PM GMT
Blow out appeal

NMR our fault but it only put out 5 players !!

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Friday February 9th, 2024 - 03:47:52 PM GMT
MSA

Right you are, Stephen - apologies for being slow on the trigger here. Gave folks false hope of avoiding the carnage...

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Friday February 9th, 2024 - 11:11:20 AM GMT
MSA

We supposed to have MSA before game 20? 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday February 7th, 2024 - 08:01:06 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 19:
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #3: 1 TP (WdW)
Philadelphia Union - MVP #4: 1 CP (WWw)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday February 4th, 2024 - 08:01:07 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 18:
Colorado Rapids - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (DWW)
Carolina Dynamo - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Saturday February 3rd, 2024 - 03:57:40 AM GMT
Auction Reminders

A) Please get your bids in before Sunday night

B) If you are one of the 8 teams with 5 Multi-Position Players and wish to bid on a MPP lot in the auction (4/21 DM or 1/15 UT), PLEASE message me or post on the blog with one or two of your MPPs that you wish to downgrade to a single position. Let me know which of the two positions you would like (e.g. a DM can become DF or MF)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Saturday February 3rd, 2024 - 03:53:35 AM GMT
Neutral Matches Reminder

As a result of last season's voting, this season will see each team face each other three times in the season: home/away/neutral.

 

CHOICE TOTAL VOTES
Play every other team three times - 21 matches (Home/Away/Neutral) 7
Play every other team twice - 14 matches (current state - keep extended cup schedules for season length) 5
Play every other team four times - 28 matches (Home/Away x2) 4

 

The neutral matches are being held in the middle 1/3 of league matches. Hope this clarifies!

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Saturday February 3rd, 2024 - 03:51:42 AM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through Retirement (up to this datetime):
ATL(125) CAR(150) CHV(125) CLB(175) DC(100) HOU(175) KC(50) MIN(25) PHI(150) POR(175) SJ(325) VAN(50)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday January 31st, 2024 - 09:53:14 PM GMT
Trade: VAN - ROC

VAN sends Jack Hendry (5/12 DF), Alessandro Schopf (4/13 MF) to ROC for 2 TP, Willie Gay (6/9 DF)

 
Commissioner
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Wednesday January 31st, 2024 - 08:01:00 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 17:
Laredo Heat - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWW)

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Wednesday January 31st, 2024 - 09:54:23 AM GMT
CHV Retirement

CHV retire 5 players less that SL 12

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Wednesday January 31st, 2024 - 09:52:01 AM GMT
Neutral Games

Why is there a block of league games (the next 7) showing as being played Neutral? Apologies if i missed a notification. 

 
Jason Dowson
Carolina RailHawks


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
516 - 224 - 384 (0.559)
Monday January 29th, 2024 - 10:07:00 PM GMT
CAR retirees

Please retire from CAR

Josh Coulson 4/13

Bernard Golspie 6/14

Cheers

 
Mark Creasey
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday January 29th, 2024 - 05:25:38 PM GMT
VAN retire

Vancouver wish to retire 3 duds:

Hasal  6/14 GK
Hendry 5/12 DF
Schopf 4/13 MF

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Monday January 29th, 2024 - 09:29:37 AM GMT
Retirees

Houston have retired another 3 players today on top of 4 other players retired earlier this season. 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday January 28th, 2024 - 08:01:16 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 16:
Houston Dynamo - MVP #3: 1 TP (wwW)
Charleston Battery - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)

 
Matt White
D.C. United


 
Recent Entries
Paul - 11/18
Close matches in the Cup - 11/11
Team Record
352 - 237 - 498 (0.433)
Sunday January 28th, 2024 - 06:08:18 PM GMT
DC United

Retire the 4 SL 7 players on my team.

Thanks

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday January 28th, 2024 - 05:18:02 PM GMT
SJ retirements.

Andrew you can retire all five SL13 players for me.

Thanks.

 
Steve Turner
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Sunday January 28th, 2024 - 11:28:07 AM GMT
More retirements

Two more SL<12 players just gone

 
Steve Turner
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Sunday January 28th, 2024 - 11:25:25 AM GMT
Retirements

CLB retired 5 SL<12 players after I failed to register auction bids.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday January 28th, 2024 - 02:24:26 AM GMT
Retirements - Please read this blog and the previous one

All - Many rosters are at maximum player counts + maximum numbers of MPPs. Before next Sunday's auction (Feb 4th) we are going to incentivize retirements as below (Payout before next Sunday's auction, and then again a week later if anyone misses the deadline):

  • Players SL <= 12 will pay out 25k
  • Players SL >= 13 will pay out 50k

Note that this will apply retroactively to players already retired this season so that nobody is punished for having already retired players. Since players SL >= 13 cannot be retired yourself, please post in the blog here (Or via inbox) any players that you wish to retire but cannot do yourself. This is also a good time to request MPPs get downgraded to single position if you wish to free up a slot for auction bidding. Also remember that you may not retiire to a roster size below 18 players.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday January 28th, 2024 - 02:20:49 AM GMT
Schedule - Please Read

The rest of the league schedule now has its appropriate set of deadlines. The season will be ending April 14th with promotion/relegation playoffs.

Please, please note that we will be playing league matches both Sundays and Wednesdays for 4 weeks now. This includes youth sides. So, please make sure you are able to set your lineups for both senior and youth sides for Sundays and Wednesdays, as we no longer have cup midweeks.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Friday January 26th, 2024 - 06:24:35 AM GMT
Trade: VAN - CHA

VAN sends Andres Cubas (4/14 DF), Billy Gilmour (4/14 MF) to CHA for Henrik Larsson (3/19 FW)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Wednesday January 24th, 2024 - 06:16:21 PM GMT
Cup final tonight

Best of luck to Colorado and Carolina! 

Will have the rest of the schedule up here soon. Note that MSA will be coming here in a couple weeks...

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday January 21st, 2024 - 03:25:59 PM GMT
Auction tonight after matches

Don't forget to get a bid or two in! Second to last auction of the season

Also, a new poll on auctions coming later today

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday January 17th, 2024 - 08:00:35 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 13:
Philadelphia Union - MVP #3: 1 TP (DWw)

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Monday January 15th, 2024 - 12:32:24 PM GMT
Philly latest

Philadelphia Union have been busy in the 1st few weeks bringing in the required players to strengthen the squad, we have purchased USA SD  Isaiah LeFlore ,South African DF Olwethu Mahoonya and Venezuelan MF Jose Martinez, we hope that these will give us what we need in the push for the title and cup competitions. 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday January 14th, 2024 - 08:01:03 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 12:
Columbus Rebels - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday January 10th, 2024 - 08:00:54 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 11:
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday January 7th, 2024 - 11:37:47 PM GMT
Trade: SJ - POR

SJ sends 300k to POR for Tom Mabon (3/19 DF)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday January 7th, 2024 - 08:01:13 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 10:
Philadelphia Union - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWD)
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Wdw)
Roxborough Indians S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)
Carolina Dynamo - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday January 7th, 2024 - 04:33:57 PM GMT
Neutral ground games

Yes, it does ring a bell now Andy.

 I should pay more attention. 

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday January 7th, 2024 - 06:18:49 AM GMT
Auction #3 after matches

Make sure to get your bids in! 3 auctions in total left

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday January 7th, 2024 - 02:06:13 AM GMT
Neutral league matches

As a result of last season's voting, this season will see each team face each other three times in the season: home/away/neutral.

 

CHOICE TOTAL VOTES
Play every other team three times - 21 matches (Home/Away/Neutral) 7
Play every other team twice - 14 matches (current state - keep extended cup schedules for season length) 5
Play every other team four times - 28 matches (Home/Away x2) 4

 

The neutral matches are being held in the middle 1/3 of league matches, so that is what you are seeing, Andy. Sorry for the lack of clear communication about this on my part.

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday January 4th, 2024 - 09:49:02 PM GMT
Games on 31st January

The matches are showing as neutral but shouldn't be. 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday January 3rd, 2024 - 08:01:37 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 9:
Portland Timbers - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (DWw)
D.C. United - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dWw)
Colorado Ice White - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
Carson City Kickers - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
Mount Tabor Portland - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday December 31st, 2023 - 08:01:22 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 8:
Houston Dynamo - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday December 31st, 2023 - 03:41:11 AM GMT
Auction tonight

Make sure to get bids in for your senior sides!

 
Steve Turner
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Thursday December 28th, 2023 - 08:26:55 PM GMT
NMRs

Sorry about the constant NMRs. I'll try better but there's a lot going off and unfortunately OASL is bottom of my gaming priorities.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday December 27th, 2023 - 08:00:56 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 7:
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
Philadelphia Union - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dWW)
Atlanta Silverbacks - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (DwW)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Wednesday December 27th, 2023 - 06:20:03 PM GMT
Lineups due in under 2 hours

CLB, VAN, and MIN the last teams missing either senior or youth orders or both

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Monday December 25th, 2023 - 05:00:21 PM GMT
Merry Christmas OASL

Hope the holidays are bright for you and yours!

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Sunday December 24th, 2023 - 11:30:30 PM GMT
Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas from all at Philadelphia Union 

 
Steve Turner
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Thursday December 21st, 2023 - 12:57:48 PM GMT
NMR

Sorry about NMR but having a nightmare week.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Thursday December 21st, 2023 - 04:44:51 AM GMT
No matches this weekend

Enjoy the holidays! Leagues will kick off next Wednesday, and remember that this means lineups for both your youth teams and senior teams!

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday December 20th, 2023 - 08:01:20 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 6:
Portland Timbers - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dwW)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Tuesday December 19th, 2023 - 03:22:48 PM GMT
Cup Scenarios

Reminder that the top two from each group will be progressing after tomorrow's 6th group match. Here are the scenarios by group:

GROUP A:

  • Seattle already qualified in first place.
  • Columbus qualifies with a draw or win, and may still qualify with a loss by one goal (as long as VAN doesn't qualify below)
  • Philadelphia will qualify by winning by two or more over Columbus (assuming VAN doesn't qualify below)
  • Vancouver can qualify by beating Seattle, by Philadelphia beating Columbus, AND by beating Seattle by 4+, but also having a margin of victory that's 3 goals more than Philly's win (maintaining their lead in goals scored if exactly three goals more, but that seems hard to not do in this scenario)

 

GROUP B:

  • Portland qualify with a draw or a win. They can qualify with a loss if Houston also loses or in some scenarios where Houston draws
  • Houston qualify with a win or with a POR win. If Houston draws vs Chivas and POR lose, they will still qualify in some tiebreaker scenarios, but it becomes out of their hands.
  • San Jose qualify with a win. They will also qualify with a draw if HOU loses to CHV.
  • Chivas USA are already eliminated from qualification

 

GROUP C:

  • Charleston have already qualified
  • Minnesota will qualify with a draw or win at Rochester. They will also qualify if Atlanta fail to beat Charleston
  • Atlanta qualify with a win and a Minnesota loss to Rochester
  • Rochester are already eliminated from qualification

 

Group D

  • Colorado have already qualified. Will be first in group with a point against CAR
  • Carolina qualify with a win or draw, or by KC not winning. If CAR lose and KC win, CAR will need to not lose a 7 goal difference advantage
  • KC need to win big and have CAR lose big to overcome a 7 goal difference margin.
  • DC are already eliminated from qualification

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Monday December 18th, 2023 - 02:11:31 PM GMT
Auction 1 review

Well that was a busy auction and some teams have set out their stall for building a challenging squad for this season

Lot 1 3/25 MF   672k a cracking purchase for HOU who I think will mount a challenge this season after coming up.

Lot 2 4/25 GK  252k   a cracking purchase for VAN but I think it went for lots more than it should but it has strengthened the VAN squad

Lot 3 2/22 DF 826k  an expensive purchase for PHI but they need it for their rebuil

Lot 4 1/17 SW 801k an expensive purchase for HOU but looking good for their squad build ,Stephen looking good with his squad at present

Lot 5 1/17 MF  650k  ATL a good purchase who will develop this season and strengthen the ATL squad

Lot 6 5tp  451k  picked up by POR 

Lot 7 4cp  456k picked up by CAR 

Lot 8  4cp  456k again picked up by CAR so now they have plenty to push their squad into a challenging position 

A successful auction and we await the league start

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday December 17th, 2023 - 08:00:48 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 5:
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wDw)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Saturday December 16th, 2023 - 02:26:47 PM GMT
Auction after matches tomorrow

Just a reminder!

First teams only - double check that you are on your senior side's login when you put in your bids

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Thursday December 14th, 2023 - 04:47:44 AM GMT
Trade: ATL - POR

ATL sends Jose Baez (5/12 SD) to POR for Tycho Van Donk (5/12 MA)

 
Mark Creasey
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday December 13th, 2023 - 09:34:26 AM GMT
Auction preview by Rob

That was a good read Rob.

I suspect I may not get the GK for 1k now!   LOL

 

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Wednesday December 13th, 2023 - 02:55:12 AM GMT
CP for participation added

For both below trades and Rob's auction preview

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Tuesday December 12th, 2023 - 04:24:43 PM GMT
Trade: HOU - VAN

HOU sends 650k to VAN for Ryan Raposo (4/25 WG)

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Monday December 11th, 2023 - 01:29:53 PM GMT
Auction preview from Philadelphia

Auction 1 philadelphia's thoughts

Lot 1 3/25 MF   will go into any 1st team squad and could go for 700+  if enough interested parties,ones that could be interested are COL/DC/ROC/KAN/PHI/SEA

Lot 2  4/25 GK with many teams having an established no 1 and training up an app then this could go cheap and I think it would be ideal for VAN possible giveaway at 1k

Lot 3 2/22 DF  ideal for any squad and could go 500+ ,could be a few interested parties including MIN/PHI/ATL /DC/POR

Lot 4 1/17 SW  a squad builder for next season once trained up ,could go big 700+,but teams will need the tp to go with it ,interest could come from CAR/CHA/HOU/CLB/KC/POR

Lot 5 1/17 MF another squad builder for next season once trained up,again could go big 900+,interested parties could be CAR/CHA/HOU/PHI/SJ/ATL/ROC/SEA

Lot 6   5tp   should go 400+

Lot 7   4cp could go 400+

Lot 8  4cp   could go 400+

Get your bids in and start building your sides to challenge Seattle this season

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday December 10th, 2023 - 08:00:47 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 3:
Colorado Rapids - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Dww)
Charleston Battery - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Wdw)
Houston Dynamo - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Www)
Seattle Sounders - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Saturday December 9th, 2023 - 11:04:03 PM GMT
Trade: HOU - CAR

HOU sends 900k to CAR for Nicolas Rincon (2/24 DM)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Saturday December 9th, 2023 - 05:32:53 AM GMT
Fixtures Added + New Poll

I have set deadlines through the end of the year and will have the full season dates added soon. Fortunately, I have found that the neutral fixtures mid-season can be auto-generated while still auto-generating the home/away fixtures, so that is a big time saver for me over what I expected.

Reminder that after the 6 AS Cup fixtures, the top two from each group of four will advance. From there we have the start of leagues (senior and youth), and the quarterfinals of the cup will take place in early January (match 11)

A new poll is up to check in to see how the time of day for the matches to run is working for everyone. I know it is later in the day than most leagues - do you like that? Hate that? Please let me know in the poll.

 
Steve Turner
Columbus Crew


 
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Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Wednesday December 6th, 2023 - 08:54:31 PM GMT
NMR

Sorry for NMRing so early. SESL's quick turnaround, Christmas etc. meant I planned to do orders after work. But then found out I had to go straight back out shopping and realised too late.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday December 3rd, 2023 - 04:15:35 PM GMT
Full House

Lineups all in - thanks gents.

Looking forward to a great season ahead

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Friday December 1st, 2023 - 10:45:29 PM GMT
Welcome

Welcome Willy  from all at Philadelphia 

 
Willy Krosnyak
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Friday December 1st, 2023 - 05:13:06 PM GMT
Season kicks off Sunday!

I guess that was me.  Done!

Thank you for the welcoming messages!

Will try our best.

Cheers!

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Friday December 1st, 2023 - 02:47:41 PM GMT
Season Kicks Off on Sunday

Make sure to get lineups in! 

Just one last manager to get preseason in, so I'll make sure that gets taken care of. Otherwise, looking forward to another great season of OASL.

 
Derek Purvis
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Tuesday November 28th, 2023 - 04:49:42 PM GMT
Seattle

Looking forward to managing Seattle

Good luck to all managers for the coming season

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Tuesday November 28th, 2023 - 10:58:58 AM GMT
Welcome Willy!

Good to have you on board

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Monday November 27th, 2023 - 05:11:29 AM GMT
New Manager + Swapped Teams

I have the pleasure to announce a new manager at MIN/GOG: Willy Krosnyak! Many of you will remember him from either his previous stint in OASL or from his management experience in SESL and SFLSL. Welcome back, Willy!

 

Also, this + the previous message may look confusing, but that is because SEA and POR have swapped managers. I will now be operating as commissioner out of POR, while Derek will be taking over at SEA. Please make sure any mail for the commish now gets sent over to POR and not SEA.

 

As a reminder, if manager photos have not changed for you, you can go to your browser's history and navigate to 'Clear Browsing Data' or something similar. From there you can clear 'cached images and files' and it should allow you to refresh to the newest manager pictures the next time you load the website.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Monday November 27th, 2023 - 04:20:32 AM GMT
Youth Players Added

Please let me know if you see any mistakes.

 
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Monday November 27th, 2023 - 02:15:14 AM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through No CP purchases allowed for Youth (20 CP removed):
MTS(1000)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Thursday November 23rd, 2023 - 04:36:52 AM GMT
Update - slight delay

Hey folks - unfortunate update that we will need to delay the start of the season a week. I've been sick the past few days and just have had no capacity to get on my computer and do the final preseason steps.

Apologies for the delay.

I will also be handling setting up a new manager and swapping teams myself, so I will announce once that's complete, as well.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Thursday November 16th, 2023 - 05:30:30 AM GMT
Preseason Switched On

I have moved players up to their senior sides and have begun adding new youth players. Don't worry if you don't see your youth side's new players yet - I am aiming to have them all in by this weekend, hopefully. However, this means (with money moved and awards given) that teams are now ready to handle preseason orders as well.

Go to 'Transactions' and then 'Preseason' and you will be able to select your captains and CP/TP purchase. You can have up to 50 of each for senior sides.

You can also do your youth team preseason orders as well, even if you do not have your new youth players added yet. REMEMBER, youth teams cannot buy either TP or CP - the 5 CP and 60 TP given to them for free each season is the max. So, youth sides will only need to select a captain.

 
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Thursday November 16th, 2023 - 04:49:22 AM GMT
Trade: PHI - RIS

PHI sends  to RIS for 712k, Nikola Vlasic (1/17 DF), Dawid Kownacki (1/17 FW), Antonio Sarabina (1/17 FW)

 
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Thursday November 16th, 2023 - 04:47:11 AM GMT
Trade: DC - DCC

DC sends  to DCC for 1194k, Mark Bosnich (1/19 GK), Mark Mitchell (1/19 DF), Paul King (1/18 MF)

 
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Thursday November 16th, 2023 - 04:44:38 AM GMT
Trade: MTS - POR

MTS sends 1066k, S Lieper (1/18 MF), A Purdy (1/19 FW), T Grub (1/19 DF) to POR for

 
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Commissioner


 

Thursday November 16th, 2023 - 04:27:42 AM GMT
Trade: NSS - SEA

NSS sends 1596k, Vinny Walters (1/17 WG), Lewis Dunk (1/17 DF), Guy Levi (1/18 FW) to SEA for

 
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Thursday November 16th, 2023 - 04:24:18 AM GMT
Trade: GOG - MIN

GOG sends 1267k, Grant Hudson (1/17 MF), Kenny Herbert (1/17 MF), Lonnie Ross (1/17 FW) to MIN for

 
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Thursday November 16th, 2023 - 04:21:19 AM GMT
Trade: KC - KCA

KC sends  to KCA for 1188k, Mina (1/18 SW), Asprilla (1/18 WG), Falcao (1/18 FW)

 
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Thursday November 16th, 2023 - 04:19:55 AM GMT
Trade: GBS - ROC

GBS sends 1057k, Oliver McGinn (1/15 MF), Sam Silas (1/16 DF), Elbert Washington (1/14 FW) to ROC for

 
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Thursday November 16th, 2023 - 04:16:05 AM GMT
Trade: VAN - VCC

VAN sends  to VCC for 1380k, Steve Hogarth (1/18 FW), Ian Mosley (1/18 GK), Steve Rothery (1/18 DF)

 
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Thursday November 16th, 2023 - 04:13:11 AM GMT
Trade: CHA - DIS

CHA sends  to DIS for 979k, Mark Lee (1/18 GK), Peter Lee (1/18 DF), David Lee (1/18 FW)

 
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Thursday November 16th, 2023 - 04:11:36 AM GMT
Trade: CLB - REB

CLB sends  to REB for 1301k, Andrew Camina (1/18 DF), Lance Croot (1/18 WG), James Reilly (1/17 FW)

 
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Thursday November 16th, 2023 - 04:02:59 AM GMT
Trade: CIW - COL

CIW sends 1226k, Michael Sollbauer (1/18 DF), Thorsten Schick (1/18 MF), Moritz Oswald (1/18 WG) to COL for

 
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Thursday November 16th, 2023 - 03:53:12 AM GMT
Trade: ATL - SCF

ATL sends  to SCF for 1280k, Jack ONeill (1/19 GK), Sam Carter (1/18 SW), Daniel Jackson (1/19 FW)

 
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Commissioner


 

Thursday November 16th, 2023 - 03:48:40 AM GMT
Trade: SJ - DAF

SJ sends  to DAF for 1324k, Ray Clemence (1/19 GK), Phil Neal (1/18 DF), Gary Lineker (1/18 FW)

 
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Thursday November 16th, 2023 - 03:42:35 AM GMT
Trade: CHV - CCK

CHV sends  to CCK for 989k, Leaf Tree (1/19 GK), Olav Forrest (1/18 DF), Olive Branch (1/18 MF)

 
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Thursday November 16th, 2023 - 03:38:51 AM GMT
Trade: CDY - CAR

CDY sends 1182k, Aidan Turner (1/18 GK), Louis Lomas (1/17 DF), Jayden Crowhurst (1/17 MF) to CAR for

 
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Thursday November 16th, 2023 - 03:34:27 AM GMT
Trade: HOU - LHT

HOU sends  to LHT for 1176k, Micky Palfreeman (1/19 GK), Uri Lupienska (1/19 DF), Morgan Budd (1/19 FW)

 
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Thursday November 16th, 2023 - 03:15:03 AM GMT
Awards

The following teams receive Awards through Cup Awards:
CAR(350) HOU(200) MIN(175) PHI(100) SJ(150) SEA(750)

 
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Thursday November 16th, 2023 - 03:12:15 AM GMT
Awards

The following teams receive Awards through League Awards:
ATL(350) CDY(275) CAR(450) CCK(225) CHA(450) CHV(375) CIW(300) COL(375) CLB(325) REB(225) DCC(200) DC(300) DIS(200) DAF(200) GBS(250) HOU(550) KC(325) KCA(275) LHT(300) MIN(500) GOG(250) MTS(200) NSS(350) PHI(400) POR(400) ROC(350) RIS(200) SJ(500) SCF(200) SEA(600) VCC(325) VAN(300)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Thursday November 16th, 2023 - 02:51:29 AM GMT
League/Cup Reviewer

The following teams receive League/Cup Reviewer through Season 31:
PHI(600)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Monday November 13th, 2023 - 05:37:10 AM GMT
Monday update - Offseason Timeline

Looks like we are only missing a few orders for new players and promotions - I will contact missing managers today for a friendly reminder. I am hoping that we will have all orders in in the next couple of days so that we can begin proper preseason by Wednesday or so. I will begin moving players up, transferring youth funds to senior squads, adding new players, and topping up youth team TPs to the proper preseason levels. These all need to happen before I open preseason.

Once we are ready for preseason orders (buying CP, selecting captain, etc) we should need a week at most, so I am optimistic that we can start the season on Sunday, November 26th

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Monday November 6th, 2023 - 03:34:23 AM GMT
Also

Note that end of season awards and reviewer cash has not yet been added. These will be done before preseason orders are opened up, same with moving cash from youth sides to senior sides for resource purchases.

I will let you know (hopefully next weekend) once we are open for preseason orders. These have to happen after players are moved between teams and new players are added.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Monday November 6th, 2023 - 03:29:22 AM GMT
Next Steps with Offseason

Post season ageing has been completed. Requests for new player names and positions have been sent out to managers via inbox - please try to get those returned to me within the next week so that we can add new players and promote players from youth squads ASAP.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Tuesday October 31st, 2023 - 06:59:48 PM GMT
Thank you

Thank you, gents! I appreciate the great season behind us and look forward to the next

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Tuesday October 31st, 2023 - 12:44:26 PM GMT
Andy

Cheers Andy for all your hard work and a cracking season,well it was for Seattle Sounders

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Tuesday October 31st, 2023 - 11:41:38 AM GMT
Hip Hip

Cheers Andy, great work! 

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Tuesday October 31st, 2023 - 09:40:12 AM GMT
3 Cheers for the Commish

Thanks Andy for the season just past - your dedication to the game is very laudable - it is NOT an easy job being a Commish but you fit into the job excellently. Well done that man!! 🏆👍👍

 

 
Andrew Foss-Grant Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Monday October 30th, 2023 - 03:36:54 PM GMT
Offseason

Thanks all for the great season - I will complete the initial offseason steps this week so that we are ready to begin roster movements at least by this weekend. I'll provide detailed timelines once we reach that point.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Friday October 27th, 2023 - 04:05:53 AM GMT
Promotion playoff this weekend - CDY and CHA orders needed

Just an early reminder!

I'm starting to prepare for end of season now - looking to have a much shorter offseason this time compared to last. Will have updates shortly after the final matches!

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Thursday October 26th, 2023 - 12:55:34 AM GMT
Andy

Dammit Andy! 

Your superior morale beat out on some good stats we put up and that one goal was enough to stop us retaining the cup.

Good luck in the rebuild bud, worrying to think you'll be coming back stronger! So will we.... 

 
Commissioner
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Wednesday October 25th, 2023 - 08:00:34 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 36:
Seattle Sounders - MVP #9: 25k (WDw)
North Sound Seawolves - MVP #4: 1 CP (WWw)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday October 25th, 2023 - 02:52:50 PM GMT
Thank you

Thank you all! Was a good season for us - we seemed to have a lot off luck fall our way, too, which always helps. 

Since nobody was interested in a team swap, I will be taking the axe to SEA's squad at end of season and chopping off a lot of SL.  I am interested in a bit of a rebuild and I also feel I've had an advantage by being the one making changes over the past couple of seasons, or in other words by being (by default) the most engaged with how the league has shifted with restructuring. I want to make sure that advantage isn't perpetuated season after season.

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Wednesday October 25th, 2023 - 11:53:59 AM GMT
Andy

Congratulations on the league win,now chasing the treble  best of luck today-could be a truly dominant season from you

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Wednesday October 25th, 2023 - 11:17:12 AM GMT
Andy

Congrats mate, let's just hope I can tarnish your season slightly in today's game!

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Tuesday October 24th, 2023 - 10:19:48 PM GMT
Andy

Well done that man - MIN had to win by 4 goals to take the title as SEA dropped 2 points in the last match, but 2nd place is where I'd expected to be and got it.

Good season all round for the boss man...👍👍

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday October 22nd, 2023 - 08:01:06 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 35:
Laredo Heat - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wwD)
D.C. United - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WDw)
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #6: 25k (DWw)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday October 22nd, 2023 - 07:35:39 PM GMT
Final League Match

A couple spots up for grab today. Div 1 title, playoff spot for div 1, promotion spots in div 2. May be a little late movement for division 4 promotion, as well.

Cup finals will be midweek, with promotion playoff games happening next weekend

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday October 15th, 2023 - 08:06:44 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 33:
Portland Timbers - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWw)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday October 15th, 2023 - 06:47:03 PM GMT
Cup

Those HOU-PHI matches have been fantastic competition both of the past two seasons. Both teams very consistently strong. Penalties about the only way to decide these close matches

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Thursday October 12th, 2023 - 12:18:06 AM GMT
Cup

8-)

They beat us last season to put us through the rat race to beat them in the cup last season, now we edge them in the cup again. Rob becoming my favourite least favourite team to see! 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday October 11th, 2023 - 08:05:12 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 32:
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #5: 25k (wDW)
Daniel Island S.A. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)

 
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Sunday October 8th, 2023 - 08:07:22 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 31:
North Sound Seawolves - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWW)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday October 4th, 2023 - 08:07:32 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 30:
De Anza Force S.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
Seattle Sounders - MVP #8: 25k (wwd)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Tuesday October 3rd, 2023 - 03:29:35 PM GMT
Youth Cup Starts Tomorrow

Don't forget to get youth lineups in - all youth teams playing

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday October 1st, 2023 - 08:07:40 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 29:
KC Athletics - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)
Houston Dynamo - MVP #3: 1 TP (wwW)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday September 27th, 2023 - 08:05:20 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 28:
Columbus Crew - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (DWw)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Monday September 25th, 2023 - 06:33:09 PM GMT
New poll - cash reward for responding

14 league matches + 1 group stage cup + 1 knockout cup does not give teams enough matches to train their players easily. This season we added length with the second cup having 6 'seeding matches' that had low competitive impact. Should we extend the league calendar instead?

A large 25k bonus for answering - I would really appreciate the managers' thoughts on the topic.

 
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Sunday September 24th, 2023 - 08:06:05 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 27:
Mount Tabor Portland - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wdW)
Carolina Dynamo - MVP #3: 1 TP (WwD)
Philadelphia Union - MVP #4: 1 CP (WwW)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday September 17th, 2023 - 08:06:29 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 25:
Columbus Rebels - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Wwd)
Colorado Ice White - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #4: 1 CP (WwW)
Seattle Sounders - MVP #7: 25k (WWw)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Thursday September 14th, 2023 - 02:08:19 AM GMT
Next cup round scheduled

Reminder that losing sides from today are still alive in the tourney - takes two losses to get knocked out!

League on Sunday - next cup round midweek.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday September 13th, 2023 - 08:05:09 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 24:
Philadelphia Union - MVP #3: 1 TP (Www)
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #4: 1 CP (WwW)

 
Commissioner
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Sunday September 10th, 2023 - 08:07:03 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 23:
Chivas USA - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (www)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday September 10th, 2023 - 04:30:35 PM GMT
Knockouts for DD Cup and Youth Cup posted

You can see the brackets on the front page, and your matchup should be scheduled for the midweek. We will have cup matches midweek and league matches on Sundays from here to the end of the season.

A big reminder: the DD Cup is double-elimination! So if you lose your first match, you will drop down to the losers' bracket, still with a chance of reaching the final if you do not lose again. This helps to ensure a better spread of gate revenues from the cup and keeps more teams alive for longer. Note that if you reach the final undefeated, you will be the sole exception of double-elimination (You won't get a second cup final if you lose the first one!)

If anyone cares about the how the seeding functioned, it was similar to the scheduling. Halves of divisions were basically grouped together (top half of divs 1 and 2 played each other, while the bottom halves of the divisions played each other as well), so your results determined your seeding within your division half. Meaning that the top half of div 1 still faces the bottom half of div 2 in the knockouts, but with those matches determined by the six seeding matches instead of league standings.

 
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Wednesday September 6th, 2023 - 08:05:38 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 22:
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #5: 25k (wWw)
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #3: 1 TP (WwW)
Atlanta Silverbacks - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dww)
Laredo Heat - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dww)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday September 6th, 2023 - 02:56:58 PM GMT
Last match of the seeding groups

Match six of six today - we will be returning to the league this weekend. After today's matches are completed I will get the knockout bracket posted as well as taking care of a few other administrative tasks. Look for an update again at that point

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday September 3rd, 2023 - 08:07:38 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 21:
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #3: 1 TP (WWw)
Minnesota United - MVP #3: 1 TP (Wwd)
Mount Tabor Portland - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dwW)

 
Commissioner
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Wednesday August 30th, 2023 - 08:06:23 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 20:
Portland Timbers - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWD)
Carson City Kickers - MVP #3: 1 TP (WWW)
Savannah Celtic FC - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wDw)

 
Commissioner
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Sunday August 27th, 2023 - 08:06:09 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 19:
Seattle Sounders - MVP #6: 25k (wWD)
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (DWw)
Carolina Dynamo - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (Www)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday August 23rd, 2023 - 08:07:05 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 18:
Minnesota United - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wDw)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday August 20th, 2023 - 08:08:12 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 17:
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #4: 1 CP (Wwd)
Carson City Kickers - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday August 20th, 2023 - 07:48:14 PM GMT
Auction

Don't forget to get your auction bids in!

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Sunday August 20th, 2023 - 02:39:52 PM GMT
Cheers

Yes, thanks Andy for the MSA - it is usually the lowest point in the season for a Commish - he is a bully to every team (including his own, it's fair to say). It's always more brutal to an aging team but it IS necessary to stop h-u-g-e SL teams appearing. 🙄🙄

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Thursday August 17th, 2023 - 06:36:49 PM GMT
MSA Done

MSA is processed for all teams!

All matches should be on your schedules at this point. Please let me know if I have messed anything up - I have tried to double check everything, but with manual scheduling it is possible something slipped my notice.

The next 6 matches are basically split between top-half and bottom-half sides, mixing the divisions (e.g. Top half sides in Div 1 play top half sides from divisions 1 and 2). Knockouts will be seeded between those groups (best record of top half sides faces worst record of bottom half sides).

Thanks for your patience as I've been figuring out schedules with the new number of teams. This has been a learning experience, but I believe it sets us up well to be on a regular, consistent schedule each season from here forward.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Thursday August 17th, 2023 - 03:42:35 PM GMT
DD Shield Structure + Poll Result

This may answer some of your questions, Stephen.

DD Shield is going to operate a bit different this year in order to help ensure sides get enough fixtures in the season with the shortened league schedule. The next six fixtures will operate somewhat like a group stage to seed the knockoutrounds - but no teams will be going out in the groups. So, as part of that, the 6 matches are seeded against teams at similar league positions to your team both in your division and the division above below (so, the first round is against the div 1 and div 2 teams of the same position, for example). Once I have all the fixtures up I can also post how the seeding will work out for the knockouts, but the important info right now is that these six matches only affect seeding, and are meant as good opportunities to train your players.

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Wednesday August 16th, 2023 - 10:54:12 PM GMT
Fixtures

Great to see. But surely there's been some mistake, you'd never have last year's cup winner booted out in the first round by the most recent cup winner Seattle? 

 
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Wednesday August 16th, 2023 - 08:04:15 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 16:
Seattle Sounders - MVP #5: 25k (wwW)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday August 16th, 2023 - 04:37:16 PM GMT
Stephen

Being added today! Has kept being pushed back with real life getting in the way. The 6 upcoming fixtures are manual, so just takes me some time to get them put in.

 
Stephen Williams Jnr
Laredo Heat


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
208 - 85 - 197 (0.511)
Tuesday August 15th, 2023 - 02:13:04 PM GMT
Fixtures

Hey guys, when are we expecting the next round of fixtures?

 
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Sunday August 13th, 2023 - 08:06:33 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 15:
Vancouver FC - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wDw)
Carolina Dynamo - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
Rochester Rhinos - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)

 
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Wednesday August 9th, 2023 - 08:06:58 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 14:
North Sound Seawolves - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWw)
Houston Dynamo - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)
Charleston Battery - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWD)
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWd)

 
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Sunday August 6th, 2023 - 08:06:29 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 13:
Savannah Celtic FC - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wDW)
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday August 6th, 2023 - 04:00:38 PM GMT
Auction today!

1.5 hrs after the match. Make sure to get bids in.

 

Also, I will add some participation bonuses later today. Thanks to those who have been actively trading and blogging

 
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Friday August 4th, 2023 - 02:27:10 PM GMT
Trade: CAR - DC

CAR sends 400k, Norris Drysdale (6/21 GK) to DC for Robin Olsen (2/23 GK)

 
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Friday August 4th, 2023 - 12:27:26 PM GMT
Trade: CAR - MIN

CAR sends 25k to MIN for Thiago (4/13 SD)

 
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Wednesday August 2nd, 2023 - 08:03:27 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 12:
Seattle Sounders - MVP #4: 1 CP (wWW)

 
Stephen Williams Jnr
Laredo Heat


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
208 - 85 - 197 (0.511)
Wednesday August 2nd, 2023 - 04:13:35 PM GMT
Semis

SEA vs PHI - both teams also well rested and with no suspensions. PHI don't want this going to pens with that 38 SL monster in goals for SEA. 

CAR vs MIN - some low ELs and a suspension apiece, CAR missing a big player and with an iffy keeper, MIN with a injured good MF, low EL DF and key FW so all in the balance. 

Good luck all!

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Tuesday August 1st, 2023 - 08:27:15 PM GMT
Allan Sellers cup semi finals

Well you could not ask for a closer couple of games in the semis

SEA vs PHI 0.2 between them on T11 but SEA have the high morale bonus of .933 against PHI of .691,really close encounter ahead ,hard to choose a winner 

CAR vs MIN 0.3 between them on T11 and on morale bonuses  CAR just edge it ..639 to .637 ,so another really close encounter in stall,hard to choose a winner

 

In my view its anybody's-whoever wants it more in the day ,but both games could go to penalties, wouldn't that be exciting. 

 
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Sunday July 30th, 2023 - 08:08:04 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 11:
De Anza Force S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (dWw)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Sunday July 30th, 2023 - 07:43:09 PM GMT
Physio Cost

Andy, No, leave it as it is. SESL charge 40k per game if the session is a 1 game session, and 80k if the session is a 2 game one. It was me who thought that it would be 40k as all our sessions are 1 game ones.

But I see the rules and have no problem with it. (Obviously haven't used it in OASL before - lucky me!!)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday July 30th, 2023 - 04:44:52 PM GMT
Physio boost

I believe it's the same cost as in SESL - 80k for +8 EL. Happy to reverse if you'd like to not spend the cash. Also happy to run a poll if you think a different option would be more fair, it's just a rule I've left in place unchanged so far

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Saturday July 29th, 2023 - 08:38:50 PM GMT
Hold the Taxi

But 80k for a session??

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Saturday July 29th, 2023 - 06:14:27 PM GMT
Taxi for Blair

Lol

I think as OASL only has one game per weekend we only have the one rate of physio boost 

 
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Saturday July 29th, 2023 - 05:08:10 PM GMT
Trade: SJ - VAN

SJ sends 250k to VAN for Steven Gerrard (3/22 MF)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Saturday July 29th, 2023 - 04:25:34 PM GMT
OOOPS!!!

Forget the previous Blog - I see the rules now and it is 80k whether it is a 1 or 2 game session.

From now on the lad can stay on the sidelines till he is fit...

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Saturday July 29th, 2023 - 04:08:56 PM GMT
Physio Boost cost

Anmdy,

I can't get the rules wiki to open but I thought it was 40k when the team only had 1 game in a session and 80k when the team had 2 games (as in SESL).  

 
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Saturday July 29th, 2023 - 03:46:32 PM GMT
Physio Boost

The following teams receive Physio Boost through :
MIN(-80)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Thursday July 27th, 2023 - 07:04:44 PM GMT
Physio Boost

Can MIN have a Physio Boost for MF Collins please? 👍

 
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Wednesday July 26th, 2023 - 08:04:48 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 10:
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)

 
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Sunday July 23rd, 2023 - 09:49:53 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through :
ATL(125) CAR(225) CHA(150) CHV(100) CLB(100) HOU(125) KC(50) MIN(200) PHI(100) ROC(125) SJ(225) SEA(225) VAN(50)

 
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Sunday July 23rd, 2023 - 08:07:13 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 9:
Vancouver FC - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Www)
Carson City Kickers - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
North Sound Seawolves - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (DWw)
Minnesota United - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dWw)
Colorado Ice White - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
Houston Dynamo - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wwW)
Seattle Sounders - MVP #3: 1 TP (WwW)

 
David Campbell
Charleston Battery


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
326 - 233 - 487 (0.423)
Sunday July 23rd, 2023 - 03:16:36 PM GMT
Retirements

6 retired today for CHA, thanks 

 
Steve Turner
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Sunday July 23rd, 2023 - 08:32:45 AM GMT
Make that 4

It's on my front page d'oh

 
Steve Turner
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Sunday July 23rd, 2023 - 08:28:04 AM GMT
Retirements

No new ones from CLB but we retired three old guys SL 5 or so back in June.

 
Jason Dowson
Carolina RailHawks


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
516 - 224 - 384 (0.559)
Saturday July 22nd, 2023 - 07:46:10 PM GMT
Retirements

CAR have retired 5 players <= 12.  Could we also retire Mike Deverish and Geoff Xanadu.  Cheers.

 
Jason Dowson
Carolina RailHawks


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
516 - 224 - 384 (0.559)
Saturday July 22nd, 2023 - 06:53:16 PM GMT
Retirements

CAR have retired 5 players <= 12.  Could we also retire Mike Deverish and Geoff Xanadu.  Cheers.

 
Bryce Kalmbach
Atlanta Silverbacks


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
416 - 268 - 399 (0.508)
Friday July 21st, 2023 - 09:45:56 PM GMT
Retirements

ATL say farewell to Trevelyan, Brewster, Watt and Pascal all SL 5 or below.

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Friday July 21st, 2023 - 01:43:45 PM GMT
Retirements

Bunch retired from Houston as well, One was MPP so no need to change any of those. 

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Thursday July 20th, 2023 - 09:04:29 AM GMT
Retirements

GREAT idea Andy, and nearly all clubs will be able to use it. 

MIN previously retired MF Origi 6,5 and today DF Tsimikas 5,12 and MF Jota 5,12

and now would like to retire:

DF Williams 4,13 

MF Harris 3,13

SW Phillips 4,13

Cheers !!

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday July 19th, 2023 - 09:58:36 PM GMT
Retirements

One age 5/12 already retired.

Three age 5/13 players, Chilwell, Fillery & Hurst. One age 5/14 player Werner.

Thanks.

 

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday July 19th, 2023 - 08:08:59 PM GMT
PLEASE READ - retirements + poll

All - Many rosters are at maximum player counts + maximum numbers of MPPs. Before this Sunday's auction We are going to incentivize retirements as below (Payout before this Sunday's auction, and then again a week later if anyone misses the deadline):

  • Players SL <= 12 will pay out 25k
  • Players SL >= 13 will pay out 50k

Note that this will apply retroactively to players already retired this season so that nobody is punished for having already retired players. Since players SL >= 13 cannot be retired yourself, please post in the blog here any players that you wish to retire but cannot do yourself. This is also a good time to request MPPs get downgraded to single position if you wish to free up a slot for auction bidding. Also remember that you may not retiire to a roster size below 18 players.

Finally, please note that I am putting up a new poll regarding our match schedule. Please find a moment to give your opinion. Note that teams currently have a minimum of 13 league matches + 2 cup matches (1 for youth) remaining (including today's match), so youth teams needing to spend 56 TP would need to spend 4x TP per match, every match just to fit in their training. These added matches would apply to both senior and youth sides.

 
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Wednesday July 19th, 2023 - 08:08:31 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 8:
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wwD)
Chivas USA - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WDW)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Tuesday July 18th, 2023 - 09:25:54 AM GMT
A Wee heads up.

Got 3 lads on the transfer list - not world beaters but were good in their time.

Don't want to let them go to the old folks home just yet, so a trifle bid will likely be enough to give them a new lease of life with a different shirt on. Anybody? 👍

 
Mark Creasey
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday July 17th, 2023 - 11:37:56 AM GMT
Auction 2 has ran

Thanks for your patience.

 

 
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Sunday July 16th, 2023 - 08:08:06 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 7:
Philadelphia Union - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWw)
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWW)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday July 16th, 2023 - 05:47:40 PM GMT
Auction picks in?

9 so far, can we get a few more before the deadline? Make sure you're on your senior team when you put in bids...

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Friday July 14th, 2023 - 03:17:10 PM GMT
First league matches - including youth

Make sure to get both your senior and youth lineups in for this weekend!

 

Also, correct on the youth trade - the trade has been revwrsed, and the manager has been filled in on the rules! No harm done or benefit gained.

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Friday July 14th, 2023 - 10:27:44 AM GMT
Honest mistake I am guessing

With Tyler being new in the chair he probably didn't know the rule that separates the youth from the senior teams (until the PSA when youths are promoted).

I bet he does now... 

Tyler, don't worry about it, and if there is anything you aren't sure of, just ask Andy or one of the lads. :-)

 
Mark Creasey Jnr
Vancouver FC


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
38 - 19 - 44 (0.470)
Thursday July 13th, 2023 - 10:38:10 PM GMT
Youth trade trade reversed

Trade: ROC - GBS looks like it was reversed,
and both trades noted on blog.  So Andrew was quick to resolve. 

 

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Thursday July 13th, 2023 - 10:22:25 PM GMT
Youth team trade

I've heard of no rule changes Roy,I thought the youth team was for development of young players to bolster your senior side ,not vice versa

 
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Thursday July 13th, 2023 - 09:41:04 PM GMT
Trade: MIN - VAN

MIN sends 250k to VAN for Joe Johnson (3/20 FW)

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Thursday July 13th, 2023 - 06:58:02 PM GMT
Youth team trade?

GBS shouldn't be able to trade as a youth team unless there's been a rule change I'm unaware of 

 
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Thursday July 13th, 2023 - 03:12:46 PM GMT
Trade: VAN - KC

VAN sends Ray Pointer (3/20 FW) to KC for Dida (5/16 GK)

 
Mark Creasey
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday July 13th, 2023 - 10:33:48 AM GMT
FW giveaway sales

Pair of 3/20 FW on trade list for guide price 200-300k if anyone needs a back-up striker.

 

 
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Wednesday July 12th, 2023 - 08:06:26 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 6:
Seattle Sounders - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wwW)

 
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Wednesday July 12th, 2023 - 09:11:25 AM GMT
Trade Compensation

The following teams receive Trade Compensation through Correction for invalid trade on 7/11:
GBS(750) ROC(-750)

 
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Wednesday July 12th, 2023 - 08:25:19 AM GMT
Trade: ROC - GBS

ROC sends Fred Emney (2/19 DF), Kenny Dodd (2/20 FW) to GBS for

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday July 12th, 2023 - 04:32:29 AM GMT
Qualification Scenarios

In group A, both PHI and POR are already qualified

In group B, SEA are qualified - the second spot could be filled by any of the three other teams. ATL and DC need to better each other's result to make it through, and ATL have a goal difference advantage of 1 at the moment. CHA will qualify if they beat ATL and SEA beat DC, by nature of a better goal difference.

MIN are qualified in group C, and VAN will just need a point against SJ to make it to the quarterfinals. HOU would need a VAN loss and a win against MIN themselves to have a chance of going through.

Group D could see any two of CAR, COL, or ROC make it through - a winner of CAR vs COL will certainly go through, though in case of a draw CAR will definitely be through. ROC will be certain of a place in the last 8 with a win against CLB, though a draw would be enough if COL lose.

 
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Tuesday July 11th, 2023 - 09:47:40 PM GMT
Trade: ROC - GBS

ROC sends  to GBS for 750k, Fred Emney (2/19 DF), Kenny Dodd (2/20 FW)

 
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Sunday July 9th, 2023 - 08:06:36 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 5:
Colorado Rapids - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)

 
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Saturday July 8th, 2023 - 07:32:02 AM GMT
Trade: CHV - COL

CHV sends 125k to COL for Pavao Pervan (5/17 GK)

 
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Wednesday July 5th, 2023 - 08:05:49 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 4:
Portland Timbers - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
Philadelphia Union - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday July 5th, 2023 - 01:07:24 PM GMT
All Auction players and resources added

And bank totals adjusted for winning teams

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday July 5th, 2023 - 04:05:18 AM GMT
Auction 1

Mark and Al have done a ton of hard work to decode things behind the scenes for this mysterious auction fail, including Mark manually compiling these results. Please send along your thanks the next time you chat with either of them- that was no small task.

Please reach out if you notice any errors. I will be adding players and resources while subtracting winning amounts here later today (Wednesday. Tomorrow for me) once have a moment. Apologies for the short turnaround time for anyone looking to play these players in the day's matches.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday July 5th, 2023 - 04:01:33 AM GMT
Auction 1 Results

auction 1

          winning bid    
102 PHI 1 1899 1899 Damien Lowe 668    
98 MIN 1 667 667 Kerry Naylor      
80 SJ 1 222 175 Thiago Silva    

175k bank

91 SEA 1 149 149 Paul Peters      
87 CHV 1 379 0 Don Dandelion    

TEAM ALREADY HAS 25 OR MORE PLAYERS!

96 CHA 1 199 0 S Weeper    

TEAM ALREADY HAS 25 OR MORE PLAYERS!

                 
90 COL 2 450 450 Michael Blauensteiner 422    
95 CAR 2 421 421 Luke Croll      
101 VAN 2 300 300 Joe Johnson      
80 SJ 2 222 175 Paulo Ferreira    

175k bank

94 ATL 2 200 87 Orville Redenbacher    

87k bank

96 CHA 2 199 0 D Fender    

TEAM ALREADY HAS 25 OR MORE PLAYERS!

87 CHV 2 256 0 Don Dandelion    

TEAM ALREADY HAS 25 OR MORE PLAYERS!

                 
101 VAN 3 300 300 Joe Johnson 176    
80 SJ 3 222 175 Romelu Lukaku    

175k bank

96 CHA 3 199 0 F Orward    

TEAM ALREADY HAS 25 OR MORE PLAYERS!

87 CHV 3 156 0 Don Dandelion    

TEAM ALREADY HAS 25 OR MORE PLAYERS!

                 
101 VAN 4 800 800 Paul Banks 557    
98 MIN 4 556 556 Pat Quinners      
95 CAR 4 521 521 Luke Croll      
91 SEA 4 499 499 Eddie West      
80 SJ 4 222 175 Conor Gallagher    

175k bank

94 ATL 4 200 87 Larry Sanders    

87k bank

93 CLB 4 1000 0 Adrian Ball    

TEAM ALREADY HAS SAME PLAYER NAME (Adrian Ball) ON ROSTER!

                 
98 MIN 5 1396 1396 Lennie Parrot 1002    
83 DC 5 1001 1001 Harry Bishop      
93 CLB 5 1000 1000 Stephen Straw      
92 POR 5 995 995 M_Richardson      
91 SEA 5 724 724 Simon Waters      
95 CAR 5 521 521 Luke Croll      
80 SJ 5 222 175 Enzo Fernandez    

175k bank

94 ATL 5 200 87 Larry Sanders    

87k bank

101 VAN 5 800 0 Paul Banks    

TEAM ALREADY HAS SAME PLAYER NAME

                 
91 SEA 6 529 529   522    
98 MIN 6 521 521        
95 CAR 6 471 471        
87 CHV 6 301 301 Dety      
                 
91 SEA 7 424 424   413    
98 MIN 7 412 412        
87 CHV 7 301 301 Ferdy      
101 VAN 7 300 300        
95 CAR 7 299 299        
94 ATL 7 200 87      

87k bank

                 
94 ATL 8 180 87   1  

87k bank

92 POR 8 0 0        

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Tuesday July 4th, 2023 - 12:21:46 PM GMT
Auction 1

I won all the players and all the resources for 1k each lot. Don't believe what this investigation shows :)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Monday July 3rd, 2023 - 10:15:32 PM GMT
Auction 1

Being dug into, thanks to hard work from Mark and Al S. Thanks guys 

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday July 3rd, 2023 - 08:46:03 AM GMT
Auction 1

Looks like there is an issue, didn't run yesterday. 

 
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Sunday July 2nd, 2023 - 08:04:49 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 3:
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (DwW)
Seattle Sounders - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday July 2nd, 2023 - 12:00:47 PM GMT
Auction today

Please make sure your bids are in with your senior sides, and not the youth team.

One note on players, especially age 1s: this season is much shorter than last with the small divisions. With only 14 league matches each plus cup matches, players will need to be trained multiple per game if you want to use up all TP and CP this season. If this structure ends up making too short of seasons, we can adjust for next season with longer schedules.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday June 25th, 2023 - 04:03:47 PM GMT
Auctions Updated

If you already entered your picks, make sure to revisit them as the players were re-rolled to get the correct age distributions

 

New this season are age 1 players being added in, since only 3 age 1s are promoted at this point.

 

Please send me a message if you are on 5 MPPs and would like to downgrade one in order to bid on a MPP auction player

 
David Campbell
Charleston Battery


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
326 - 233 - 487 (0.423)
Sunday June 25th, 2023 - 01:50:41 PM GMT
Last one in

Lineup done, Good luck everyone! 

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday June 25th, 2023 - 12:34:39 PM GMT
Nearly a full house

Just waiting on David with CHA and then we will be at 16/16 for matchday 1. Thank you all!

One small note - note that the auctions are currently a bit bugged. I'm waiting to resolve that and will post here once I have it fixed. Just be aware if you've already put in picks that the auction offerings will change here soon

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Saturday June 24th, 2023 - 04:12:58 AM GMT
First match Sunday!

Thank you all for getting your preseason orders in!

 
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Thursday June 22nd, 2023 - 03:20:30 PM GMT
Trade: HOU - SEA

HOU sends 125k to SEA for Sev Hans (5/16 GK)

 
James White
Kansas City Wizards


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
568 - 221 - 389 (0.576)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Wednesday June 21st, 2023 - 08:44:08 PM GMT
Earliest relegation ever

No problem here Commish do what you have to do

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Monday June 19th, 2023 - 05:17:40 AM GMT
First half of group stage schedule live

We will be starting with our first match next Sunday!

And the corrected divisions are posted. Apologies to KC and VCC who have been demoted to div 2/4 due to the smaller numbers as a result of finishing 9th in their leagues last season.

Just need preseason orders from a few last senior squads, so please get those in ASAP. I still have a few items to do regarding the full schedule/front page/auctions etc, but we will have no problem kicking off on Sunday at this point.

Thanks for the offer, Steve - will look forward to keeping you here in the league, as we already had some retirements that dropped us down to 16.

 
Steve Turner
Columbus Crew


 
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Sunday June 18th, 2023 - 09:38:56 PM GMT
Rebels

All looks OK to me.

If you want to cut to 16 then I'm OK to drop out. I'm also happy to carry on.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday June 18th, 2023 - 06:05:21 AM GMT
Please check your youth players

Make sure I didn't make any mistakes with your youth players! I did my best to double check that I was faithful to your requests, but please let me know if I made any mistakes.

 

Planning to create the schedules and correct the tables tomorrow (Sunday), so if that all goes to plan we will be up and running for the season to start (with the cup group stage)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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Thursday June 15th, 2023 - 04:46:17 AM GMT
Wednesday Update

Upon further review - two divisions of 9 will be too much of a pain with a team sitting out each gameweek for lack of an opponent. I will have the final decision for everyone as soon as possible, but we will either go with 8 in each league (depending on a couple in-flux manager spots) or 8 in one division and 10 in the other. I will try to have that decision made by the end of this weekend and will create the match schedule at that point.

Thanks for your patience as we sort out the best way to ensure this coming season is as enjoyable as possible!

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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Wednesday June 14th, 2023 - 02:42:11 PM GMT
Preseason Active now - please complete as soon as possible

I have created the new players for about half of the youth squads now - so if your squad does not yet have your players don't worry. I will post here once all teams have their new players in the coming days.

Please take care of your preseason at this point. Note that youth squads cannot purchase CP or TP - I am about to add each team's extra allocation of each. Youth squads can use whatever CP are given to them (5 per squad + any that you have collected from MVPs), however.

We are now back to two divisions for both senior squads and youth squads based on last season's performance.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Monday June 12th, 2023 - 06:26:27 AM GMT
Almost ready for preseason purchases

Will just need to finish creating youth players and switching MPPs from promoted players later today, and then we can flip the switch to accept preseason orders. Thanks for your patience during a busy period for me.

We will hopefully still be on target for a June 21st start date, though I am having to unwind some more data mysteries here in OASL. Assuming we have a clean bill of health we will be good to start the season - though, if we have any unresolved issues I may push that start date until we can confirm that we have a fair, level playing field for all.

 
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Monday June 12th, 2023 - 05:20:57 AM GMT
Trade: MIA - RFC

MIA sends  to RFC for 1479k, Mal Malkovich (1/18 FW), Ervin Pena (1/19 GK), Denso Ulysse (1/19 DF)

 
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Monday June 12th, 2023 - 05:18:43 AM GMT
Trade: ROC - GBS

ROC sends  to GBS for 1307k, Ernie Wise (1/19 DF), Alex Jones (1/18 MF), Ted Rogers (1/18 FW)

 
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Monday June 12th, 2023 - 05:15:43 AM GMT
Trade: DCC - DC

DCC sends 1554k, Arnie Green (1/19 GK), Marty Stewart (1/19 DF), Sammy Henderson (1/19 MF) to DC for

 
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Monday June 12th, 2023 - 05:11:50 AM GMT
Trade: TDL - DAL

TDL sends 1396k, Omar Henry (1/19 DF), Patrick Kelsey (1/18 MF), Red Sovine (1/19 DF) to DAL for

 
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Monday June 12th, 2023 - 05:08:30 AM GMT
Trade: POR - MTS

POR sends  to MTS for 1431k, Larry Jensen (1/18 GK), Denny Blaine (1/18 DF), Kevin Scales (1/19 MF)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Monday June 12th, 2023 - 05:01:51 AM GMT
David

Responded via email - Thanks!

 
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Monday June 12th, 2023 - 04:50:38 AM GMT
Trade: GOG - MIN

GOG sends 1618k, Jack Adams (1/19 FW), Brian Mills (1/19 FW), Rab Stewart (1/19 DF) to MIN for

 
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Monday June 12th, 2023 - 04:48:14 AM GMT
Trade: ATL - SCF

ATL sends  to SCF for 1518k, Cristobal Rios (1/19 DF), Malcolm Reed (1/19 FW), Owen Paris (1/19 MF)

 
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Monday June 12th, 2023 - 04:47:49 AM GMT
Trade: VAN - VCC

VAN sends  to VCC for 1730k, Timothy Weah (1/18 FW), Pete Trewaves (1/19 DF), Mark Kelly (1/19 MF)

 
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Monday June 12th, 2023 - 04:43:03 AM GMT
Trade: DIS - CHA

DIS sends 1185k, Rodney (1/19 DF), Del Boy (1/19 MF), Uncle Albert (1/18 FW) to CHA for

 
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Monday June 12th, 2023 - 04:41:47 AM GMT
Trade: CCK - CHV

CCK sends 1043k, Freddy Foxglove (1/17 DF), Steven Stump (1/18 FW), Richard Ivy (1/18 FW) to CHV for

 
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Monday June 12th, 2023 - 04:39:13 AM GMT
Trade: SJ - DAF

SJ sends  to DAF for 1650k, Kenny Samson (1/19 DF), Chris Waddle (1/19 WG), Peter Beardsley (1/19 FW)

 
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Monday June 12th, 2023 - 04:37:54 AM GMT
Trade: COL - CIW

COL sends  to CIW for 1489k, Klaus Lindenberger (1/18 GK), Rudolf Rockl (1/18 DF), Theodor Wagner (1/18 FW)

 
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Monday June 12th, 2023 - 04:36:32 AM GMT
Trade: REB - CLB

REB sends 1765k, Steve Turner (1/19 GK), Adrian Ball (1/19 DF), Trevor Shooter (1/19 FW) to CLB for

 
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Monday June 12th, 2023 - 04:34:52 AM GMT
Trade: KC - KCA

KC sends  to KCA for 1467k, Aoi Suss (1/18 FW), Yu Kumamoto (1/18 DF), Naomi Starek (1/18 GK)

 
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Monday June 12th, 2023 - 04:30:20 AM GMT
Trade: CDY - CAR

CDY sends 1591k, Jordan Skelton (1/18 DF), Nicolas Rincon (1/18 MF), Max Flick (1/17 DF) to CAR for

 
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Monday June 12th, 2023 - 04:28:45 AM GMT
Trade: HOU - LHT

HOU sends  to LHT for 1475k, Cortijo Del Arte (1/19 DF), Jack Milhill (1/19 MF), Santiago Pizarro (1/19 WG)

 
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Monday June 12th, 2023 - 04:26:19 AM GMT
Trade: RIS - PHI

RIS sends 1060k, Kenneth Vermeer (1/19 GK), Ruben Gabrielsom (1/18 SW), Abasa Amemeyaw (1/18 DF) to PHI for

 
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Monday June 12th, 2023 - 04:15:10 AM GMT
Trade: SEA - NSS

SEA sends  to NSS for 1828k, Aaron Keynes (1/18 GK), Michael Sampson (1/17 DF), Wilson Rogers (1/17 FW)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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1 League Titles
Sunday June 11th, 2023 - 09:43:32 AM GMT
Andrew

Please check your in box..🤔🤔

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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1 League Titles
Saturday June 10th, 2023 - 10:57:17 PM GMT
Andrew

Please check your in box..🤔🤔

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Tuesday June 6th, 2023 - 10:55:52 AM GMT
Update

Thanks to all of you who have sent in your offseason orders! I am beginning to process those todat and am planning to have them finished by the end of this week. That will allow us to open up pre-season this weekend.

In other news, I am working on both an update/fix to the rules this offseason as well as finalizing some recruitment for a couple squads that are changing managers. I will post updates once those are finished.

With a preseason start this weekend, we will aim for a first match of June 21st

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday May 24th, 2023 - 05:22:35 PM GMT
Player Awards also complete

Div 1      
Golden boot +2 SL Radonic PHI
Golden Gloves +2 SL Csintalan SEA
Youth Golden Boot +2 SL Carranza PHI
Youth Golden Gloves +2 SL Svenssen CHA
Fair Play Award 3 OTF   POR
       
Div 3      
Golden boot +2 SL Issacs NSS
Golden Gloves +2 SL Pentz CIW
Fair Play Award 3 OTF   CIW

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday May 24th, 2023 - 05:12:26 PM GMT
Post Season Ageing

Now complete - please do reach out if you still need to retire some players that the system cannot handle automatically - I can always retire players manually

 
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Wednesday May 24th, 2023 - 04:52:03 PM GMT
League/Cup Reviewer

The following teams receive League/Cup Reviewer through Reviews for second half of season:
PHI(350)

 
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Wednesday May 24th, 2023 - 04:48:03 PM GMT
Awards

The following teams receive Awards through End of Season Awards:
ATL(220) CDY(200) CAR(800) CCK(200) CHA(260) CHV(240) CIW(240) COL(475) CLB(350) REB(250) DCC(200) DC(200) DIS(220) DAF(210) DAL(230) GBS(200) HOU(650) KC(280) KCA(230) LHT(200) MIA(200) MIN(825) GOG(300) MTS(200) NSS(350) PHI(1050) POR(210) RFC(200) ROC(400) RIS(200) SJ(250) SCF(200) SEA(850) TDL(200) VCC(200) VAN(300)

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
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Retirements - 11/9
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424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

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1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Tuesday May 23rd, 2023 - 08:28:16 PM GMT
End of season ageing.

Andrew. End of season ageing required in order to downsize squad. 

 
Stephen Williams Jnr
Laredo Heat


 
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208 - 85 - 197 (0.511)
Tuesday May 23rd, 2023 - 10:39:30 AM GMT
Great work

Thanks AFG!

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Tuesday May 23rd, 2023 - 02:59:46 AM GMT
New players and players moving up to senior squads

Please find instructions in your inbox. Please aim for a prompt reply on those so that we can continue along.

 

We will be targeting and early-to-mid June start date for this next season. Once we have responses on new players from most managers we can go ahead and set a start date, but I want to make sure that we have players moved around before we open preason up properly.

Note that a few payouts and prizes will be done between now and then, so don't yet be concerned if you are awaiting some end of season awards.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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Tuesday May 16th, 2023 - 02:32:53 PM GMT
Offseason

First steps going to be tackled today! Keep an eye out for instructions in your inbox in the coming days on everything needed for your team's offseason prep.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Tuesday May 16th, 2023 - 02:26:21 PM GMT
[SPOILER] Congratulations to the cup winners

Or perhaps to the winner! What an end to the season for the lads from East Texas

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
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468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Monday May 15th, 2023 - 10:50:53 PM GMT
[SPOILER] Cup Final

What a great game! Very tough opponent and very proud of the lads 

 
Stephen Williams Jnr
Laredo Heat


 
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208 - 85 - 197 (0.511)
Monday May 15th, 2023 - 10:49:48 PM GMT
[SPOILER] Cup final

What a great game! Very tough opponent and very proud of the lads 

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Saturday May 13th, 2023 - 03:14:55 PM GMT
Rob Rules OK

And you led virtually from the start - no arguments at all. Well deserved and thinking you will receive the usual accolade of becoming a referee in OASL...👍👍

 
Bryce Kalmbach Jnr
Savannah Celtic FC


 
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167 - 129 - 198 (0.469)
Friday May 12th, 2023 - 08:54:24 PM GMT
Philly Champs

Congrats Rob on a dominant season!

 
James White
Kansas City Wizards


 
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568 - 221 - 389 (0.576)

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1 League Titles
Friday May 12th, 2023 - 08:47:20 PM GMT
Unfortunate Behaviour

But the perfect response from the commish, get all out in the open and complete honesty.

Going forward should there not only be one person with commish rights (maybe 2 with a co-commish) but I admit I know nothing about that side of the game

 
James White
Kansas City Wizards


 
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568 - 221 - 389 (0.576)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Friday May 12th, 2023 - 08:32:12 PM GMT
Philly

Well done Rob congratulations onyour first title

 
Mark Creasey
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Competitive auction - 11/22
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284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday May 11th, 2023 - 04:53:57 PM GMT
Philadelphia

Great play Rob.
That 2/33 GK must be a joy to have.
two x 2/31 WG's aint so shabby either.

Well done.


 

 
Stephen Williams Jnr
Laredo Heat


 
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208 - 85 - 197 (0.511)
Thursday May 11th, 2023 - 03:53:24 PM GMT
Philly

Congrats Rob, been a long time coming. But surely one trophy is enough for this season, right?

Good spot on the below team shenanigans, looks like a 3/19, 3/19 and 2/29 may have been lying on their football Tinder profiles. 

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
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Austom signing - 11/19
Thursday May 11th, 2023 - 03:46:20 PM GMT
At Last

Philadelphia Union have finally claimed the 1st division title  after years of trying, years of development through the youth team system have finally paid off and our front men have done us proud hitting 103 goals during the season,not sure if we can continue this next season but we will give it a damn good try.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday May 10th, 2023 - 09:27:19 PM GMT
In better news...

Congratulations to Rob at Philadelphia for a very convincing title win! Hands down the top team from start to finish - very well deserved, Rob!

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday May 10th, 2023 - 09:20:05 PM GMT
End of Season and Unfortunate Behavior

As we approach the end of a (very long) season, I am turning my eyes towards next season. I will aim to begin the offseason right after our cups finals, so please check in next week for instructions about new youth players and moving three players up from your youth squad to the senior side. Thank you all for bearing with me as we made our way through an extra-long league! Our split into two divisions next season will significantly shorten the number of games that we will be playing, so hopefully it will lower some of the time burden on managers.

 

Unfortunately, I have been made aware of some unethical behavior in OASL's youth league and have had to spend quite a bit of time this week unraveling it all. You will notice that GBS' squad from before I corrected it earlier today had several impossibilities:


gbs squad

A 4/19 DF, 3/19 MA, and 2/29 FW are not possible within our youth structure at this point in the season. We do not have MPPs in the youth squads, and a 4/19 and 2/29 are not possible without much more CP than the youth squads have access to. Further investigation will show that this is the "3/19"'s 6th season in the league and neither that player nor the 4/19 had played any matches this season before a recent stretch of matches.

Going through GBS' match history, we can see that the 2/29 was trained up to a 2/19 with GBS' early season CP, and after MSA became a 2/18. All of this was fair and normal. After a strech of NMRs, the team was suddenly revived in GW 35. By match 37, Fleet-Davis is receiving CP again (but this time without it adding to his PU total). By match 46 we can see in the match history that he has been boosted to a 2/25, is still secretly receiving CP, and continues to grow to a 2/29 by the end of GW49.

The only way this is possible within the system would be someone with commissioner access going in, adding CP, changing player ages and SLs, and also removing PU from the stats to try to cover their tracks. Fortunately, the system has a lot more records of player stats through the matches they have played in and their player histories.

Also, we can notice that the same thing was happening with RFC as another youth squad that had gone on a stretch of NMRs. I had contacted Simon and understood that he was no longer able to fill in as MIA/RFC manager, but when the team started having lineups back in around GW 35, I figured perhaps Simon had time to return. Recently upon seeing the artificial inflation of their players and bold change to where they had 4 MPPs, I realized that was not the case. RFC players have also been returned to a more reasonable SL, but if I have the time I will also dig into their match logs to try to get them back to their exact starting SLs (it takes quite a bit of time).

I have also reached out to Mark, and if I hear anything back that contradicts what I have figured out, I will make sure to post an update.

What will we do about this?

Well, unfortunately I don't have many good options here. I will have to boot GBS from the cup at a very late stage, as I have zero tolerance for going through back channels to modify players' stats. I will send the team they cheated in the semifinals through in their stead unless anyone has any other fair suggestions. I will also push the GW deadline back to Monday to give SCF a bit more time to make sure they have a lineup in (and since I have had to delay pushing out the new fixture until now).

I have also changed the passwords of all accounts that have full commissioner access and am in communication with their owners. My best guess is that someone had access to the password of an account that they should not have had access to, but I will do my best to continue sorting this out with Mark and others' help.

This also means that we should likely have further security updates for managers who wish to secure their accounts. Anyone that would have had access to a commissioner account could have accessed all team passwords, so I would consider that your login account has been compromised at this point. I will not be updating passwords through inbox here, so during the offseason I will be asking for anyone who wishes to update their passwords to do so through email to help prevent impersonation.

 

Finally, if you ever see anything that looks off to you (like a youth squad with MPPs or abnormally high SLs) please feel free to reach out and let me know. With any luck we won't ever have to deal with this again, but you never know. To whomever has been going around and making OASL an unfair game, you are only wasting my time, other managers' time, and making everyone have to endure more frustration as we work to make OASL better.

 
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Wednesday May 10th, 2023 - 08:08:17 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 50:
Columbus Crew - MVP #3: 1 TP (dWw)
Daniel Island S.A. - MVP #5: 25k (Wdw)
Minnesota United - MVP #5: 25k (WwW)

 
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Monday May 8th, 2023 - 08:07:44 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 49:
Rochester Rhinos - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWw)
Gananda Bandits Rochester - MVP #4: 1 CP (Wwd)

 
Stephen Williams Jnr
Laredo Heat


 
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208 - 85 - 197 (0.511)
Monday May 8th, 2023 - 01:31:30 AM GMT
Shame

Sad to hear its been done before but of course I'll be far more sad undoubtly now losing both finals! 

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
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397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Sunday May 7th, 2023 - 11:13:58 AM GMT
AFG

Season 27 AFGs Sounders won the Turner prize and his NSS won the youth cup 

 
Stephen Williams Jnr
Laredo Heat


 
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208 - 85 - 197 (0.511)
Sunday May 7th, 2023 - 02:38:57 AM GMT
Has it been done before?

Unless I'm mistaken, which I often am. The mighty dynamos AND their heirs apparent in Laredo have both made the cup finals. Has any big/little team duo ever done a double? 

 
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Wednesday May 3rd, 2023 - 08:06:47 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 47:
Seattle Sounders - MVP #8: 25k (WwD)
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #6: 25k (WwW)

 
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Monday May 1st, 2023 - 08:07:25 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 46:
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #6: 25k (WwW)
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #4: 1 CP (dwW)
Minnesota United - MVP #4: 1 CP (WdW)
Colorado Ice White - MVP #5: 25k (WwW)
Mount Tabor Portland - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)

 
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Saturday April 29th, 2023 - 03:40:49 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through Participation Thru April 22nd (multiple weeks):
ATL(40) CAR(25) CHA(15) COL(40) MIN(40) PHI(120) ROC(10) SJ(40) VAN(10)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Saturday April 29th, 2023 - 03:21:27 AM GMT
Next Season Matchdays

Poll went just a bit over half (of those that preferred a day) towards going back to the previous Wed./Sun. If we have time later in the season, I may also follow up on the pace of season comments that two managers raised in the poll. Note that we will be splitting back into two divisions next season (based on this season's standings as a reminder), so there will be a substantial shortening of the number of matches next year (By 18 league matches if we stay at 18 teams total)

New poll up in a few minutes here! Please consider responding

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Thursday April 27th, 2023 - 04:18:08 PM GMT
Injuries

Fantastic find, Steve! Thank you very much for doing the digging. I'll put up a poll for potentially changing that later today or tomorrow.

 
Steve Turner
Columbus Crew


 
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483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Wednesday April 26th, 2023 - 10:33:02 PM GMT
Injuries

I mentioned a while back that there seemed to be s lot of injuries in OASL compared to the other two leagues. In one of my games today there were two injuries and I quickly loomed at other games to find two more not caused by EL dropping below 0.

I found some.old rules going back to SFLSL season 1 but have no reason  to doubt that these are out of date here (apart from what I mention later).

The rules state that with all players p or n then each minute, each team is checked for an injury and this is 1 in 10,000. This actually works out as less than 1%. For every player playing a this adds a further 1 in 10,000 per team. 22 aggressive means 23 in 10,000 which makes it about 19% chance for each team per game.

For dirty you add 2 per player for your team and 4 per player for the opposition. So if you play 11 on d then it's the same 23 in 10,000 for you but 45 in 10,000 (33%) for them. All 22 dirty and you're up to 45% chance of at least one injury per team.

Some time ago one Commissioner asked if the injuries could be tweaked and Al Sellers added extra code - a modifier to the base 1 in 10,000. You can see this if you click on Features (top right) then scroll down to Parameters. (Here it says that with all dirty it's 110 in 10,000. I think this is a typo possibly confused with the 0.011 in the EL injury calculation).

For SFLSL the modifier is 8 (7.8%), for SESL it's 10 (9.5%) and for OASL it's 20 (17.3%)

 
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Wednesday April 26th, 2023 - 08:06:43 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 44:
Philadelphia Union - MVP #9: 25k (DwW)
Seattle Sounders - MVP #7: 25k (WwW)
Daniel Island S.A. - MVP #4: 1 CP (wDw)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Tuesday April 25th, 2023 - 07:19:43 PM GMT
CONGRATULATIONS

Go to Rob @ PHI for absolutely running away with the title with games to spare. 
Playing under the radar none of us could touch his side during the league campaign (and MIN tried...).

So take a bow Rob - well deserved!!  🏆

 
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Monday April 24th, 2023 - 08:07:11 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 43:
D.C. Colts - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)

 
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Friday April 21st, 2023 - 08:05:15 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 42:
Laredo Heat - MVP #5: 25k (wdW)

 
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Wednesday April 19th, 2023 - 08:05:48 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 41:
Seattle Sounders - MVP #6: 25k (WWW)
Gananda Bandits Rochester - MVP #3: 1 TP (WdW)

 
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Monday April 17th, 2023 - 08:07:26 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 40:
D.C. United - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
Philadelphia Union - MVP #8: 25k (wWW)
Vancouver FC - MVP #4: 1 CP (wdW)
North Sound Seawolves - MVP #5: 25k (WwW)
Minnesota United - MVP #3: 1 TP (WwW)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Friday April 14th, 2023 - 07:06:21 PM GMT
Youth CP

I would say that 6th CP should just stay a CP unless someone has a conpelling argument that theirs needs to be changed to a TP. I think youth squads probably have plenty of TP to cover critical cases, and by this point of the season a CP and a TP are probably pretty similar in their effect (boosting an age 1 or 2)

 
Roy Rolsten Jnr
Colorado Ice White


 
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Team Record
231 - 94 - 176 (0.555)
Friday April 14th, 2023 - 02:29:26 AM GMT
MVP #4

NSS, Laredo and my Ice Whites have recently picked up their MVP #4 in their Youth team results.

Reward is a CP. 

In the previous season managers had the option to keep the CP or have it amended to a TP - is this still the case? (I'd keep mine a CP atm)

 
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Wednesday April 12th, 2023 - 08:04:24 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 38:
FC Dallas - MVP #3: 1 TP (Www)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday April 12th, 2023 - 04:01:29 PM GMT
DD Cup

Reminder that the Dave Dowson Cup continues this Friday. Four teams (PHI, SJ, HOU, KC) still fighting for the winners bracket route to the final. Win the next 2 and one of those sides will be in the final. The remaining 8 sides in the losers bracket have the longer route in, having to navigate 4 wins in a row to reach the final.

 
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Monday April 10th, 2023 - 08:04:02 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 37:
Seattle Sounders - MVP #5: 25k (Wwd)
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #3: 1 TP (DWw)
Philadelphia Union - MVP #7: 25k (dWW)
Columbus Rebels - MVP #5: 25k (dWW)
Gananda Bandits Rochester - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wwW)

 
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Friday April 7th, 2023 - 08:04:15 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 36:
Colorado Ice White - MVP #4: 1 CP (DWw)
Laredo Heat - MVP #4: 1 CP (WwW)
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #5: 25k (WDw)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Friday April 7th, 2023 - 02:29:29 PM GMT
Prediction league round 2

  COL/DC CHA/POR PHI/ATL CLB/SEA DAL/VAN MIA/ROC CHV/KC CAR/MIN HOU/SJ
SEA - - - - 2 2 3 0 0
SJ - - 1 - 0 0 0 4 -
ATL 0 0 - - - 2 0 0 -

Tight round, in this one, with SEA ending up on 7 points, 5 for SJ, and 2 for ATL. SJ with the big draw prediction for 4 points, but they needed one more correct pick to come top

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Friday April 7th, 2023 - 02:19:19 PM GMT
CP added

For both trades and mid-season reviews. I'll give the weekend for any further mid-season reviews if anyone wants to do one!

 
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Wednesday April 5th, 2023 - 08:30:07 PM GMT
Trade: CAR - MIN

CAR sends 125k to MIN for Frank Tankee (4/16 MA)

 
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Wednesday April 5th, 2023 - 08:04:42 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 35:
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #3: 1 TP (wDw)
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #5: 25k (dWW)
Carolina Dynamo - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (DwW)

 
Bryce Kalmbach
Atlanta Silverbacks


 
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416 - 268 - 399 (0.508)
Wednesday April 5th, 2023 - 07:37:30 PM GMT
Predictions

If we can get 3+ entries I'll keep the prize there. Certainly don't want to win it as the only entry!

 

1-point predictions (2 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • COL vs DC 1
  • CHA vs POR 1
  • PHI vs ATL

2-point predictions (3 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • CLB vs SEA
  • DAL vs VAN
  • MIA vs ROC 2

3-point predictions (4 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • CHV vs KC 1
  • CAR vs MIN 1
  • HOU vs SJ 

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
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Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday April 5th, 2023 - 05:13:20 PM GMT
Predictions

1-point predictions (2 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • COL vs DC
  • CHA vs POR
  • PHI vs ATL 1

2-point predictions (3 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • CLB vs SEA
  • DAL vs VAN X
  • MIA vs ROC X

3-point predictions (4 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • CHV vs KC X
  • CAR vs MIN X
  • HOU vs SJ 

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday April 5th, 2023 - 04:47:36 PM GMT
Last call for predictions

If we can get 3+ entries I'll keep the prize there. Certainly don't want to win it as the only entry!

 

1-point predictions (2 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • COL vs DC
  • CHA vs POR
  • PHI vs ATL

2-point predictions (3 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • CLB vs SEA
  • DAL vs VAN 2
  • MIA vs ROC 2

3-point predictions (4 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • CHV vs KC 2
  • CAR vs MIN 2
  • HOU vs SJ X

 
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Tuesday April 4th, 2023 - 07:49:45 AM GMT
Trade: SJ - MIN

SJ sends 125k to MIN for Taumi Minamino (4/16 MF)

 
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Monday April 3rd, 2023 - 08:04:16 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 34:
Rochester Rhinos - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (Wwd)
Philadelphia Union - MVP #6: 25k (WDw)
Columbus Rebels - MVP #4: 1 CP (DwW)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Monday April 3rd, 2023 - 08:01:46 PM GMT
Last few days for a free CP

I've put a couple of SL 16s on the list - remember there are free CPs for doing deals with SL16s but only 4 days left.. check them out..👍👍

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Monday April 3rd, 2023 - 06:49:07 PM GMT
New Poll + Trade CP added

We will start a series of polls until the end of the season to help decide a few details for the coming season and gather feedback from this season.

Have also added a CP for SJ and CAR for their trade from before. Remember up to 2 CP can be gained from trades as long as a player with SL 16 and up is involved. 4 days left until the window shuts!

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Monday April 3rd, 2023 - 03:50:00 AM GMT
Trade window shuts on Friday

Last day for mid-season reports for a CP is the same day. Get them in if interested!

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Monday April 3rd, 2023 - 03:36:52 AM GMT
Auctions

Known issue that teams generally have too many players for Auctions to be that enticing for most. Hopefully should change as we are reducing promoted age 0 players from 4 to 3 at the end of this season. We'll see if Auctions become a more useful tool as that takes effect for a couple seasons

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Monday April 3rd, 2023 - 03:34:43 AM GMT
Prediction league - Wednesday

Rules are as follows:

  1. Predict only 5 of the 9 fixtures for the week in the blog (we will eventually move to the notebook, but not yet)
  2. Predict either a home win (1), an away win (2), or a draw (3 or X). Same responses as in SESL to prevent confusion
  3. You can only choose your own team if you predict yourself to win
  4. Each fixture has been given a different point amount by perceived commish prediction difficulty, ranging from 1-3 points. Successfully predicting a draw gets you an extra point. Note that the commish may have a fixture totally mis-valued (not intentionally), so feel free to pick or avoid that fixture rather than arguing.
  5. Entries need to be in before kickoff (in this case on this Friday)

 

This week's fixtures are below with their point values:

1-point predictions (2 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • COL vs DC
  • CHA vs POR
  • PHI vs ATL

2-point predictions (3 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • CLB vs SEA
  • DAL vs VAN
  • MIA vs ROC

3-point predictions (4 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • CHV vs KC
  • CAR vs MIN
  • HOU vs SJ

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Saturday April 1st, 2023 - 09:28:40 PM GMT
Good call Mark

Got to be in to win it - and the DF was always going to be mine!!

I need my DM to play more midfield so the lad had to come in..

Won't win me anything but will give the team a better balance. 
Happy bunny.. 👍👍

 
Mark Creasey
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Saturday April 1st, 2023 - 05:53:11 PM GMT
Last Auction Today

Got to be IN IT, to WIN IT!  ;-)

 

 
Mike Hernandez
Rochester Rhinos


 
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Team Trophy Case
2 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Saturday April 1st, 2023 - 05:21:47 PM GMT
Last Auction Today

Most rosters already overflowing with players.

 

 

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Saturday April 1st, 2023 - 02:38:25 PM GMT
Last Auction Today

Last one for the season!

 
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Friday March 31st, 2023 - 08:02:08 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 33:
Colorado Rapids - MVP #6: 25k (WWw)

 
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Wednesday March 29th, 2023 - 08:04:36 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 32:
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #4: 1 CP (wwW)
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #4: 1 CP (DwW)
Charleston Battery - MVP #3: 1 TP (DwW)
KC Athletics - MVP #3: 1 TP (WWw)
Colorado Ice White - MVP #3: 1 TP (DwW)
Daniel Island S.A. - MVP #3: 1 TP (WdW)
North Sound Seawolves - MVP #4: 1 CP (wwW)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday March 29th, 2023 - 03:38:56 PM GMT
Next rounds of cup

The next round for the DD Shield happens this Friday. All matches have been commented on with the stakes as to who they will play next. This can also be seen in the bracket on the front page.

Youth cup continues the Friday after that - the youth cup being just a straight knockout bracket.

Next round of the prediction league will be posted sometime after today's matches run so that they don't get buried my any MVP awards

 
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Monday March 27th, 2023 - 08:41:48 PM GMT
Trade: SJ - CAR

SJ sends 185k to CAR for Geoff Hurst (4/17 MF)

 
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Monday March 27th, 2023 - 08:04:28 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 31:
Chivas USA - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWd)
Columbus Crew - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)
Roxborough Indians S.C. - MVP #3: 1 TP (DwW)
De Anza Force S.C. - MVP #3: 1 TP (dWw)

 
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Friday March 24th, 2023 - 08:01:44 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 30:
Carson City Kickers - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Thursday March 23rd, 2023 - 09:42:34 PM GMT
Cups format

Well explained Andy, and as the brackets get filled up it will become clearer as we go. 
Well worth trying a new format 👍👍👍

 
David Campbell Jnr
Daniel Island S.A.


 
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220 - 135 - 140 (0.581)
Thursday March 23rd, 2023 - 06:12:06 PM GMT
End of season awards

According to the rules page, top youth scorer gets an increase of 627 SL. Wow! 

What a player he will be! :)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Thursday March 23rd, 2023 - 01:38:15 PM GMT
Dave Dowson Shield and Youth Cup

It has come time for our second cup of the season + our youth cup. Play-in rounds (due to our unusual number of clubs this season) start tomorrow!

The youth cup is a straightforward, single-elimination knockout. It has been seeded by standings at the mideay point in the season, so the prize for winning the play-in round is a matchup against 1st placed NSS or 2nd placed REB. The full bracket is on the front page 

The DD Shield may be a bit more confusing at first, but I think it will be a fun format. Instead of splitting out a separate consolation cup as before, the tournament will be 'double-elimination' as seen in some American sports (like college baseball). Here, a loss will put you into the losers' bracket instead of completely knocking you out. A second loss will be what eliminates a team. I will do my best to post on match previews to let managers know the stakes.

 

*note that there are to exceptions to double-elimination. Play-in losers will be eliminated to make the bracket work, but they will get a consolation match against each other for some cash and EL. And, the winner of the 'winners bracket' will not get two chances in the final. If they lose the final they will be second place, despite having only lost once. 

 
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Wednesday March 22nd, 2023 - 08:02:56 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 29:
Savannah Celtic FC - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wwW)

 
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Wednesday March 22nd, 2023 - 05:46:53 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through Participation Thru March 18th:
CLB(25) HOU(20) MIN(30) PHI(20)

 
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Wednesday March 22nd, 2023 - 02:35:13 PM GMT
League/Cup Reviewer

The following teams receive League/Cup Reviewer through Reviews through MSA:
PHI(350)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday March 22nd, 2023 - 02:31:13 PM GMT
Special participation CP added

And noted on the front page. Please let me know if I've missed one, but the updates were to PHI (x2), MIN, ATL, and DAL

 
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Monday March 20th, 2023 - 08:05:15 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 28:
Seattle Sounders - MVP #4: 1 CP (wWd)
Atlanta Silverbacks - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)
KC Athletics - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
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Austom signing - 11/19
Monday March 20th, 2023 - 10:38:59 AM GMT
Auction Review from Philadelphia

Lot 1 4/26 FW  Alan Synson won by CLB for a low price of 242 will slot straight into the side to back up their 2×27 FW's,cracking buy

Lot 2 5/26 FW Neil Morton won by MIN for a low  242 adding more firepower to their line up and will enable more squad rotation. 

Lot 3 6/24 FW Lothar won by KC for 1(yes 1) will add to the already amazing firepower of 6 FW's and good for a couple of seasons, deal of the day.

Lot 4 3/22 UT (these are about as common as hens teeth in OASL),so a lot of interest and  Erc Dillard went to SEA for a lowly 396,amazing buy as he will fill any position and with some cp will become a long term fixture,cracking buy.

Lot 5 2/20WG Tony Daily went to DC for a lowly 87,a steal when you add some cp and he gives you that added edge upfront, another cracking buy.

Lot 6 2/18MF Tom Myers went to POR for 396,a decent buy and with some cp will become a 1st team regular rotating with the other 5 MF's in the POR line up.

Lot 7 6CP went to CAR for 632 about the average price this season. 

Lot 8 5CP went to SEA for 508 again about the average price this season

Lot 9 3TP went to SJ for a lowly 122 ,a great deal at this time.

These are only Philadelphia's opinions on this auction ,you may not agree but it's there for you to see.

 
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Monday March 20th, 2023 - 02:23:25 AM GMT
Trade: DAL - ATL

DAL sends 7 CP to ATL for 350k, Bill Stein (3/21 MF)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Saturday March 18th, 2023 - 05:23:36 AM GMT
Auction today

Final reminder!

 
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Saturday March 18th, 2023 - 05:22:35 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through Participation in poll - now closed:
ATL(10) CAR(10) CHA(10) COL(10) CLB(10) DC(10) DAL(10) KC(10) MIN(10) PHI(10) POR(10) SJ(10) SEA(10)

 
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Saturday March 18th, 2023 - 05:17:46 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through Participation Thru March 11th:
HOU(20) MIN(20)

 
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Saturday March 18th, 2023 - 05:16:18 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through Participation Thru March 4th:
ATL(15) CAR(15) COL(40) CLB(10) HOU(15) MIN(40) PHI(25) SJ(15)

 
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Friday March 17th, 2023 - 08:04:28 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 27:
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (dwW)
Philadelphia Union - MVP #5: 25k (wWw)
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (DwW)
Colorado Rapids - MVP #5: 25k (WdW)
De Anza Force S.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (Wwd)
Laredo Heat - MVP #3: 1 TP (DwW)
Vancouver FC - MVP #3: 1 TP (WwD)

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
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Austom signing - 11/19
Friday March 17th, 2023 - 04:57:08 PM GMT
Philadelphia mid season update

Well we started the season with a T11 of 23.9(joint 4th) and a T17 of 21.8(7th) and we looked to build on these and we have -now T11 is 28.2(1st) and a T17 of 24.6(1st) so happy with this,we now top the table after 17 games winning 13,drawing 2 and losing 2 scoring 56 and conceding 22 amassing 41 points.

We started the season poorly in the cup and exited ,so our focus was solely on the league after 3 seasons of building the side via our feeder team Roxborough Indians.This season our 4 apps have excelled with Julian Carranza heading the score charts with 14 goals and our 2 wingers Yamechuck and Sullivan both chipping in some goals.

Our 2 losses came at home to Chivas and away to Houston and our draws were at home to Portland and Columbus. 

So with our current position we have only 1 thing in mind and that is the league title .

Our feeder team Roxborough Indians is developing our future stars for next season.

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Thursday March 16th, 2023 - 08:21:42 PM GMT
WANTED - for MASS SLAUGHTER

Believe the lad's name is Andy something or another. Don't know about other teams but he certainly went through my team's SLs with a scythe...     You would think he would have been a bit more NICE having pinched the Al Sellers Cup - goodness knows what havoc he would have wrecked hqad he lost the Final... :-))))))

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Thursday March 16th, 2023 - 03:33:22 AM GMT
MSA Done

Onto the second half of the season!

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Wednesday March 15th, 2023 - 08:34:50 PM GMT
Might as well go 1st

The MIN mid season report card makes decent reading (as we were originally listed around 15th of 17 teams at the start), but read on.

In the AL Sellers Cup we won 4 of 6 group games then the Quarter Final v CHV. WE then lost 2-1 to SEA, and then won on pens v HOU to secure 3rd place and the $10m that goes with it. :-)

In the League we are in 5th place with 26 points but there are 8 teams between 27 and 24 points so we might not be there long. We have cash in the Bank and am hoarding my spare TPs as next season there will be some age 0/1 players up for grabs, I believe.

That's it I guess - who is next...???

 
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Wednesday March 15th, 2023 - 08:00:57 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 26:
Houston Dynamo - MVP #3: 1 TP (dWw)

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Wednesday March 15th, 2023 - 01:30:53 PM GMT
MSA

Meme Maker - Oh why? The horror! THE HORROR!! Meme Generator!

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday March 15th, 2023 - 04:33:41 AM GMT
MSA

Reminder that we have a mid-week MSA this season! After today's cup matches I will go ahead and process MSA, and shortly after will get us set up for the season's second cup, which begins a week from Friday.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday March 15th, 2023 - 04:31:49 AM GMT
Answers

  • Correct, 30 free TP. A reminder that next season we will only be promoting three of the four age 0's from the youth squad and will be introducing youth back into the auctions.
  • Mid-season reports can go to the journal, but I would also encourage you to consider putting it into the blog for higher readership and visibility. Either place will work, and maybe at some point crowding out the blog will be a concern, but for now I'd just like it to be read by the most people. So, I would vote blog as best, journal as second best, and team page as the worst option.

Thanks for asking for clarification!

 
Steve Turner
Columbus Crew


 
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Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Tuesday March 14th, 2023 - 01:29:25 PM GMT
Another questuon

Team mid-season report.

Is this a Journal entry or on the Team page?

 
Steve Turner
Columbus Crew


 
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483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Tuesday March 14th, 2023 - 09:32:28 AM GMT
Starting TP

Do senior teams get 30 free TP at the start of the season?

If so I have 11 for sale going cheap.

 
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Monday March 13th, 2023 - 08:04:49 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 25:
FC Dallas - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (DwW)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Monday March 13th, 2023 - 06:40:00 PM GMT
Auction this weekend

Make sure to get your bids in!

 
Andrew Foss-Grant Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
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Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Friday March 10th, 2023 - 09:16:20 PM GMT
NMRs

Apologies to my opponents and competitiors for the SEA NMRs today. Certainly a bad look for the commish! Real life has been unusually nonstop this week, so certainly will not be a habit here.

 

In other news, I will get the second half of the season live into the schedules here before our next matches. Will alos post with details about upcoming MSA and our second cup structure!

 
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Friday March 10th, 2023 - 08:04:11 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 24:
Columbus Crew - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)
Daniel Island S.A. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)

 
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Wednesday March 8th, 2023 - 08:04:19 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 23:
Philadelphia Union - MVP #4: 1 CP (wWw)
Seattle Sounders - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWW)
Colorado Rapids - MVP #4: 1 CP (WwW)
North Sound Seawolves - MVP #3: 1 TP (dWw)
Carolina Dynamo - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
Gananda Bandits Rochester - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Tuesday March 7th, 2023 - 03:07:53 PM GMT
Stephen

👍👍👍😂😂😂

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Monday March 6th, 2023 - 10:14:24 PM GMT
[SPOILER] AS cup

Same for us Dave, feel your pain. Penalties such a cruel mistress, but I guess still stops the England national team winning anything so can't complain. 

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Monday March 6th, 2023 - 08:18:44 PM GMT
Al Sellers Cup

Congrats to SEA for reaching the Final - we did fine getting to the Semis and even took the lead tonight.

But it wasn't to be so we will watch from the sidelines the Final next Monday. Boo hiss!! 😂😂😂😂

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Monday March 6th, 2023 - 08:09:45 PM GMT
Prediction League Week 1

Thank you to all 8 teams that entered in the inagural week! I'm glad to see that so many of you gave it a shot.

I apologize for messing up one team's abbreviation in the list of matchups - CLB seems to have been mislabeled as COL. Looking at the entries, I believe most teams kept this straight, but if not please let me know and I can make an adjustment to scoring.

Our first winner by a large margin is Jason at CAR! Picking the 5 of the 6 highest point matches was a winning strategy for him, especially as he was able to successfully predict the two 3-point matchups (including the draw for 4 points!). Runner up is MIN, whose also predicted 3 matches correctly, but with one of them being an 'easier' 1-point prediction.

  PHI/DAL POR/COL MIN/DC VAN/CAR MIA/HOU ROC/CLB SEA/CHV SJ/CHA KC/ATL  
Results -> 1 2 3 2 2 3 1 3 1  
Entries:                   POINTS
SEA 1       2   2 0 0 5
PHI         0 0 0 0 0 0
MIN 1     0     2 4 0 7
CAR         0 0 2 4 3 9
ATL 1     2 2     0 0 5
COL         0 0 2 4 0 6
HOU 1 1         0 0 3 5
SJ   0   0   3 0 0   3

 
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Monday March 6th, 2023 - 07:48:28 PM GMT
Prediction League

The following teams receive Prediction League through :
CAR(100) MIN(50)

 
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Friday March 3rd, 2023 - 08:04:45 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 21:
Houston Dynamo - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wwW)
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWw)
Columbus Rebels - MVP #3: 1 TP (DwW)

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Friday March 3rd, 2023 - 07:42:23 PM GMT
Philadelphia picks

Take the bottom 5 andrew

Away sea fishing at present and wont be home till monday

Cheers Rob

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Friday March 3rd, 2023 - 07:31:33 PM GMT
Notes

Hectic Friday here! Apologies for the rushed nature of this week in OASL.

  • Cup matchups for Monday have been put in. I was slow to get messages out to managers for the draw, so we didn't have the matchups ready until today. I'll try to form a better system for next season - lesson learned! I actually ended up getting the same half of the draw from both managers, so full disclosure: I have just left the teams numbered 1-4 in team order from my message and flipped a coin as to use CLB or VAN's matchups. Not ideal, but the best I could do needing to get fixtures out.
  • I messaged Rob this Wednesday about reducing to 5 picks for the prediction league but didn't hear back. If I don't hear otherwise before kickoff I will just take the bottom 5 predictions (since they are the highest potential point fixtures). Just have to pick something, and I deem that to be relatively fair. Giving some grace here since it's a complicated prediction format and this is the first attempt.

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday March 3rd, 2023 - 05:39:59 PM GMT
SJ predictions

1-point predictions (2 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • PHI vs DAL -
  • POR vs COL - 3
  • MIN vs DC -

2-point predictions (3 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • VAN vs CAR - 1
  • MIA vs HOU 
  • ROC vs COL 3
  • SEA vs CHV  3

3-point predictions (4 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • SJ vs CHA 1
  • KC vs ATL 

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Friday March 3rd, 2023 - 09:34:43 AM GMT
HOU Predictions

Can't tell fi being in the 2 point predictions means it's easy tor people to guess that we'll get beaten or not.....

1-point predictions (2 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • PHI vs DAL   1
  • POR vs COL   2
  • MIN vs DC   

2-point predictions (3 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • VAN vs CAR
  • MIA vs HOU
  • ROC vs COL
  • SEA vs CHV     2

3-point predictions (4 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • SJ vs CHA    2
  • KC vs ATL   1

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Friday March 3rd, 2023 - 02:14:52 AM GMT
Col Predictions

COLORADO predictions

2-point predictions (3 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • VAN vs CAR  
  • MIA vs HOU 1
  • ROC vs COL 1
  • SEA vs CHV  1

3-point predictions (4 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • SJ vs CHA  3
  • KC vs ATL 3

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Friday March 3rd, 2023 - 02:10:19 AM GMT
Rob

I think you're only supposed to predict 5 results.

 

 
Bryce Kalmbach Jnr
Savannah Celtic FC


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
167 - 129 - 198 (0.469)
Thursday March 2nd, 2023 - 08:02:03 PM GMT
ATL Predictions

1-point predictions (2 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • PHI vs DAL 1

2-point predictions (3 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • VAN vs CAR 2
  • MIA vs HOU 2

3-point predictions (4 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • SJ vs CHA 2
  • KC vs ATL 2

 
Jason Dowson
Carolina RailHawks


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
516 - 224 - 384 (0.559)
Thursday March 2nd, 2023 - 07:24:20 PM GMT
CAR Predictions

1-point predictions (2 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • PHI vs DAL -
  • POR vs COL -
  • MIN vs DC -

2-point predictions (3 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • VAN vs CAR -
  • MIA vs HOU 3
  • ROC vs COL 2
  • SEA vs CHV 1

3-point predictions (4 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • SJ vs CHA X
  • KC vs ATL 1

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Wednesday March 1st, 2023 - 08:40:56 PM GMT
MIN Predictions

Will take a bit getting used to, but certainly worth a shot..

 

1-point predictions (2 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • PHI vs DAL  1
  • POR vs COL
  • MIN vs DC

2-point predictions (3 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • VAN vs CAR  3
  • MIA vs HOU
  • ROC vs COL
  • SEA vs CHV  1

3-point predictions (4 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • SJ vs CHA  3
  • KC vs ATL 3

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Wednesday March 1st, 2023 - 08:36:13 PM GMT
Philadelphia predictions

PHI  DAL  1

POR  COL  2

MIN  DC  1

VAN  CAR  3

MIA  HOU  3

ROC  COL  1

SEA  CHV  2

SJ  CHA  2

KC  ATL  2

 
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Wednesday March 1st, 2023 - 08:04:35 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 20:
Seattle Sounders - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wwD)
Laredo Heat - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday March 1st, 2023 - 05:15:43 PM GMT
New Poll

Easiest 10k you'll ever earn!

 
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Wednesday March 1st, 2023 - 05:11:40 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through Participation Thru Feb 25th:
COL(20) CLB(30) MIN(20)

 
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Wednesday March 1st, 2023 - 05:10:41 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through Participation Thru Feb 18th:
COL(20) MIN(50)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday March 1st, 2023 - 05:07:36 PM GMT
SEA Predictions

1-point predictions (2 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • PHI vs DAL - 1
  • POR vs COL
  • MIN vs DC

2-point predictions (3 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • VAN vs CAR
  • MIA vs HOU - 2
  • ROC vs COL
  • SEA vs CHV - 1

3-point predictions (4 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • SJ vs CHA - 1
  • KC vs ATL - 3

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday March 1st, 2023 - 05:06:09 PM GMT
Reformatted for easier picking

Apologies, the ordering of the fixtures made prediction hard before. Please use this template:

1-point predictions (2 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • PHI vs DAL
  • POR vs COL
  • MIN vs DC

2-point predictions (3 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • VAN vs CAR
  • MIA vs HOU
  • ROC vs COL
  • SEA vs CHV

3-point predictions (4 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • SJ vs CHA
  • KC vs ATL

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday March 1st, 2023 - 05:03:07 PM GMT
New Prediction League - Rules for first match on Friday

Time for the first prediction week of the prediction league! This will be a test run, since we have both short notice and have not done this before. However, there will still be a prize of 100k to the winner and 50k to second place, with a tie at the top splitting the 150k total between however many players tie.

The goal here is to make the prediction league a bit more of a gamble by making you pick 5 matches to predict! If some strategy becomes overly easy to game we can always make tweaks later.

Rules are as follows:

  1. Predict only 5 of the 9 fixtures for the week in the blog (we will eventually move to the notebook, but not yet)
  2. Predict either a home win (1), an away win (2), or a draw (3 or X). Same responses as in SESL to prevent confusion
  3. You can only choose your own team if you predict yourself to win
  4. Each fixture has been given a different point amount by perceived commish prediction difficulty, ranging from 1-3 points. Successfully predicting a draw gets you an extra point. Note that the commish may have a fixture totally mis-valued (not intentionally), so feel free to pick or avoid that fixture rather than arguing.
  5. Entries need to be in before kickoff (in this case on this Friday)

 

This week's fixtures are below with their point values:

1-point predictions (2 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • DAL @ PHI
  • COL @ POR
  • DC @ MIN

2-point predictions (3 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • CAR @ VAN
  • HOU @ MIA
  • COL @ ROC
  • CHV @ SEA

3-point predictions (4 points if successfully picking a draw):

  • CHA @ SJ
  • ATL @ KC

 
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Tuesday February 28th, 2023 - 04:35:40 PM GMT
Trade: ATL - DC

ATL sends 300k to DC for 4 TP

 
Steve Turner Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday February 27th, 2023 - 08:55:26 PM GMT
NMR

I was coming on here to apologise for my NMR - only to find I didn't have a game anyway.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Monday February 27th, 2023 - 03:11:15 PM GMT
ASC Quarterfinals

Running today. Semifinals will take place next Monday. A random draw for the semifinals will take place after the matches today.

I will also post the first prediction league matchups either after work today or sometime tomorrow, along with a set of rules for participating. 

 
Andrew Foss-Grant Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
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Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Saturday February 25th, 2023 - 12:25:43 PM GMT
Injuries

I don't think the factor is higher, but I will dig around to see what I can find. Agree that SEA has been also having players injured randomly at a consistent rate the past few weeks, but might just be a coincidence 

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Friday February 24th, 2023 - 11:13:35 PM GMT
Injured

I haven't noticed that OASL is more injury prone than SESL or SANC.

We do seem to remember the injuries more if they knock our team management plans.

But then the Crew just faced FC Dallas with 5 'a' players and the Crew came out injury free.

 
Steve Turner Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Friday February 24th, 2023 - 08:23:45 PM GMT
Injuries

Is the injury factor higher than standard here? Might just be one of those things and I haven't checked other teams but my teams seem to get more injuries than in the other two leagues.

 
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Friday February 24th, 2023 - 08:04:40 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 18:
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (dWw)
Daniel Island S.A. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dWw)

 
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Wednesday February 22nd, 2023 - 08:04:28 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 17:
Chivas USA - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
Minnesota United - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
Colorado Ice White - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWw)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Monday February 20th, 2023 - 08:28:16 PM GMT
Steve’s Columbus Rebels.

9th equal now - but likely to rise higher after next game.. 🤔🤔

 
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Monday February 20th, 2023 - 08:05:17 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 16:
Vancouver Whitecaps - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WDw)
De Anza Force S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)

 
Steve Turner
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Monday February 20th, 2023 - 12:41:52 PM GMT
Not that difficult

My Youth team is 6th= of all teams for goals scored in the league and 3rd best in goal difference.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday February 19th, 2023 - 05:27:47 PM GMT
Difficult to score in Youth League

Certainly have noticed that trend as well, David. My best guess is that the youth setup makes goals come at a real premium:

  • SLs are low, so shots are much more likely to be off target
  • Just having a few CP envourages teams to build up one player, often the GK. So, I find the average GK in the league has a big advantage over the players shooting towards them. Even with one big striker, most of the shots may fall to other players, like the SL 14 MF shooting on the SL22 GK

NSS have had 5 wins by a single goal, a few of those 1-0, where the hope is just to get ahead in any fashion and then the poor shooting skills of youth players takes over to preserve the lead.

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Saturday February 18th, 2023 - 09:18:51 AM GMT
Just saying

There were 42 goals scored by the senior teams yesterday in 9 matches, whilst the youths could only manage 18 in their 9 games..👍🤔

 
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Friday February 17th, 2023 - 08:04:41 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 15:
Colorado Rapids - MVP #3: 1 TP (Wwd)
Philadelphia Union - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWw)
Rochester Rhinos - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dWW)
Vancouver FC - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (DwW)
Roxborough Indians S.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (dWW)
Columbus Rebels - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWw)
North Sound Seawolves - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Friday February 17th, 2023 - 05:41:33 AM GMT
Auctions and new poll

One week until Auction #3. Note that we will have 5 this season, with dates noted on the front page.

 

Also of note, I want to introduce a prediction league to OASL if there is interest, and have posted a poll about it. Please let me know your thoughts! I am envisioning a version with an aspect of risk-taking to it:

  • Predict only your choice of 5 of the 9 matchups
  • Lopsided matchups worth less, even matchups worth more
  • Correctly predicting a draw gets you an extra point

I know folks don't have a ton of time for it, so perhaps we would do one every two weeks or so.

 
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Wednesday February 15th, 2023 - 08:04:48 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 14:
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #3: 1 TP (wDw)
Laredo Heat - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWw)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday February 15th, 2023 - 09:20:22 AM GMT
CP Paid out for trades and review

First batch of bonus participation CP have just been added to team accounts. Progress for your team can be tracked on the front page. Rembmer, even making some trades can be an easy way to grab a couple extra free CP for your season.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday February 15th, 2023 - 08:34:15 AM GMT
Trade block change

Thanks for the suggestion, Mike - I have changed the block to only limit trading in the 12 hours before matches. This should be especially helpful with the 3 matches per week.

 
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Wednesday February 15th, 2023 - 08:29:05 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through Participation Thru Feb 11th:
ATL(50) MIN(50) PHI(50) ROC(20)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday February 15th, 2023 - 08:26:31 AM GMT
ASC Quarterfinals

QF pairings are now live for Matchday 19. Big thanks to Andy at SJ and Rob at PHI for the help with drawing matchups. Matchups are:
 

  • COL vs SEA
  • HOU vs KC
  • ATL vs CAR
  • CHV vs MIN

Match 19 will be Monday, the 27th of this month.

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Monday February 13th, 2023 - 08:46:07 PM GMT
Nearly

Orders put in with 4 minutes to spare.

I keep forgetting we have 3 matches per week.

Just about had time to copy orders from the previous matches and swap out low EL players

 
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Monday February 13th, 2023 - 08:05:13 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 13:
Charleston Battery - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWw)
KC Athletics - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)
Colorado Ice White - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)

 
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Friday February 10th, 2023 - 09:05:22 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 12:
Roxborough Indians S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wDw)
Savannah Celtic FC - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dWw)
North Sound Seawolves - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)

 
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Thursday February 9th, 2023 - 08:32:14 AM GMT
Trade: SEA - POR

SEA sends Tycho Van Donk (3/23 MA) to POR for 300k, Sil Marillion (3/19 DF)

 
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Thursday February 9th, 2023 - 05:03:52 AM GMT
Trade: MIN - SEA

MIN sends 100k, Norman Clegg (4/19 DF) to SEA for Frank Tankee (4/19 MA)

 
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Wednesday February 8th, 2023 - 08:42:29 PM GMT
Trade: ROC - MIN

ROC sends 2 CP to MIN for Abel Brown (2/15 FW)

 
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Wednesday February 8th, 2023 - 08:42:25 PM GMT
Trade: ROC - MIN

ROC sends 2 CP to MIN for Curtis Jones (3/18 FW)

 
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Wednesday February 8th, 2023 - 08:05:56 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 11:
Philadelphia Union - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (DwW)
FC Dallas - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)
Mount Tabor Portland - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)

 
Mike Hernandez
Rochester Rhinos


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
2 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Wednesday February 8th, 2023 - 04:06:11 PM GMT
Trading

Most rosters are near capacity.   Few need players so few trading.
Open trade window quicker - "No trades allowed within 24 hours of next match."

 

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday February 8th, 2023 - 08:39:36 AM GMT
Looking for DF

Your choice of two MAs available for trade - can also throw in other players if needed. Open to any DF that will be usable even after MSA this year. Happy to negotiate towards something that works for both sides. 

Remember, trades can help get you extra CP with regards to the new participation bonuses! (see front page, halfway down, for details)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday February 8th, 2023 - 08:36:51 AM GMT
Auction 2 Review

LOT 1:  4/26 DF

612k seems a fair price for a strong defender that will be useful for about 1 to 1.5 seasons. The price especially makes sense for winners DAL who see the player immediately move into their top defensive line, replaces a SL14. Huge improvement for the side, and money well spent. Runners up MIN would have gotten similar use out of the player, but their alternatives are just a little stronger. They could have had the player for 667k, but perhaps that would have been an overspend for them.

LOT 2:  5/25 SW

DAL again swoop in for another defensive player, this time beating SJ to the punch. Again, this player will slot right into their starting lineup and should be good for about a season. 502k a fair price here, as the age, SL, and position are all slight downgrades from the player above. SJ would have just needed the player for T-17 improvement, as he would have soon been out of their starting 11 there. Another shrewd buy to help shape DAL into a contender.

LOT 3:  6/23 FW

212k for a player that not many managers want - only two bids came in for this lad. With good reason, it would seem, as a SL23 that will age pretty poorly is not going to be a game winner for many matches. 212k is probably fair for this player, but I don't see him having a huge impact on the VAN lineup. The price tag was low, but so too should be the impact of this player.

LOT 4:  3/22 FW

209k looks a lot better on this player in comparison. At age 3, this player could take some CP if DAL have them free, but even if not he should serve as a good backup attacker for a while. Ageing should be more favorable compared to lot 3, and somehow DAL have won 3 of the top 4 lots. Their lineup is starting to look drastically different, all while they have already started the league campaign off very hot.

LOT 5:  2/18 DF

Great price for SJ at 200k - low SL, low age DFs can be great value, as even a SL18 player can play a big role at defense. Even some limited CP can go a long way here, even if the player is kept around SL 20 or 25. The player is currently their 7th DF, but that can be useful if they plan to play aggressive tactics or sometimes play more than 4 DF.

LOT 6:  2/17 MF

The forgotten man! Received two bids, but due to SJ and VAN winning lots above, both had their bids invalidated. SJ reached their max number of players, while VAN intentionally set the same name for player bids in order to avoid buying too many. This lad could have been purchased for just 1k!

LOT 7:  6 TP

92k per. These may be extra for the current season, but should provide good value for the money by next year. A reminder that next season will see only 3 youth players promoted and the return of age 1 players to auctions...so, TP could be more valuable next year as teams can end up with additional youth players from the auction! With that said, price seems a bit high for TP in my opinion.

LOT 8:  5 CP

501k, or 100k each. Right on par with the expectation of where CP fall, this should go a long way towards helping DC rebuild. No such thing as too many CP

LOT 9:  3 CP

301k or 100k each. Same as above, though SJ bid 501k, meaning that someone could have pushed them up as high as 167k per CP! They'll be thankful to get them at the more reasonable rate, instead.

 

In summary, still some good bargains to be had here. The high SL players seem at the most demand. DAL were the superstars of the auciton, winning 3 players that might really transform their squad.

 
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Wednesday February 8th, 2023 - 08:01:52 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through Participation Thru Feb 4th:
DC(10) MIN(50) PHI(30)

 
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Monday February 6th, 2023 - 08:05:19 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 10:
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)
Chivas USA - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
Minnesota United - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)

 
Bryce Kalmbach
Atlanta Silverbacks


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
416 - 268 - 399 (0.508)
Sunday February 5th, 2023 - 10:22:03 PM GMT
High Scoring D1 Session

Some high-flying offenses out there this session! 

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday February 5th, 2023 - 06:13:04 AM GMT
Auction error

...corrected. Please make sure to double check in the future! 

 
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Sunday February 5th, 2023 - 06:12:02 AM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through Feb 4 Auction Correction:
DCC(556) DC(-556)

 
Matt White
D.C. United


 
Recent Entries
Paul - 11/18
Close matches in the Cup - 11/11
Team Record
352 - 237 - 498 (0.433)
Saturday February 4th, 2023 - 07:46:57 PM GMT
Colts Bid

Sorry was on phone and forgot what team I was in was meant to make bid from DC United 

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Saturday February 4th, 2023 - 03:06:42 PM GMT
Auctions

Remember Youth teams can't enter any auctions..... just saying... :-)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Friday February 3rd, 2023 - 08:58:54 PM GMT
Auction reminder - tomorrow

Remember to get your bids in! I'll be aiming to do an auction review after as an example to kick off the new participation bonuses

 
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Friday February 3rd, 2023 - 08:04:56 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 9:
Columbus Rebels - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
Vancouver FC - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Wdw)

 
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Wednesday February 1st, 2023 - 08:02:42 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 8:
Seattle Sounders - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)
Philadelphia Union - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wDW)
Charleston Battery - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday February 1st, 2023 - 04:21:04 PM GMT
Divisions

Thanks for the question, David. Right now we are due to split into divisions at the end of the season just by top half/bottom half. However, I will give it some thought to see if we need to do anything more interesting. I would want to have that settled well in advance, so I will post here and on the front page if I settle on something different. Thanks for the idea, as well!

 
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Monday January 30th, 2023 - 08:04:52 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 7:
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dWW)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Sunday January 29th, 2023 - 06:58:56 PM GMT
New Coach out there??

Just saying - if somebody knows somebody who would like to become a valued manager in this game, just in box me - there may be a spot for him.... (not at MIN I may say).

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Sunday January 29th, 2023 - 10:22:52 AM GMT
New Bonuses

NIce innovation of Andy's who saw that coming. Winning CPs will involve some participation, whether in trading or reviews, and participation gives the game life.

My question is, for Andy, what is due to happen next season?

If the 18 teams split to 2 divisions will all teams 10 and down be relegated, OR could the teams be put into an "east" and "west" set up (teams finishing say 1,4,5,8,9,12,13,16,17 in one and 2,3,6,7,10,11,14,15,18 in the other, with the top 5 in each forming the new 1st division - the rest the 2nd.

Just maybe we need to know what we are playing for towards the end of the season....??

But, for now, you are doing a grand job, Andy, - just put the brown envelope in the usual place, eh?  :-)

 

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday January 29th, 2023 - 07:04:44 AM GMT
List of bonuses (also on front page)

Bonus Notes Teams Completed
Auction Preview In blog, at least 24 hrs before  
Auction Review In blog, within 5 days of auct.  
Team Mid-Season Report Update and preview 2nd half, written between GW 22-36  
Cup Round Preview In blog  
Make 1st Trade Must include 1 player SL >15, no straight swaps  
Make 2nd Trade Same as above  

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday January 29th, 2023 - 07:03:39 AM GMT
Free CP?!?

FREE CP FOR BEING ACTIVE!

Introducing a new way to get up to 6 free CP this season! They can be found in a new section on the front page, just below the proposed schedule for the season.

How does it work?

Each manager can, once per season, write an auction preview, auction review, mid-season team report, or cup round preview to not only earn participation cash, but also get a bonus of 1 CP! Please make sure that you only do one of these per week, so they can easily be spaced out across the season whenever you have time to contribute. Don't worry if another manager has already previewed the particular auction - having multiple perspectives can always be interesting. If you have any questions about formats of a preview, review, or whatever feel free to send me any questions by inbox (or better yet, post the to the blog!).

Writing not your thing? Don't worry, two of the six CP can also be achieved simply by getting active with trades! Please make sure that the trade involves a playable players (SL > 15 before PSA, >12 after PSA) and is done in good faith. The commish reserves the right to not pay out for trades done just to get some CP (e.g. swapping identical players or trading players back after a couple weeks)!

 

Please let me know if I've missed any important details or you have any questions or feedback. Since this is the first time we're doing this, I'm sure there will be some room for improvement along the way.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday January 29th, 2023 - 05:44:03 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through Participation Thru Jan 28th:
COL(25) CLB(25) MIN(50) PHI(25) SJ(25)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Saturday January 28th, 2023 - 08:21:39 PM GMT
Youth team numbers.

Roy, no problems -teams were allowed to retire players down to 21 around 2-3 seasons ago BR (Before Robin).

 
Roy Rolsten Jnr
Colorado Ice White


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
231 - 94 - 176 (0.555)
Saturday January 28th, 2023 - 02:04:06 AM GMT
Junior Kick Off

The youth academy kicks off on Monday

And I'm happy to see tradition has kept our Colorado Ice Whites facing rivals De Anza Force for the first game of the season.

Only one question - none of the squads have 25 players - will the system let the games play? Previous commishioners have been adamant that the youth squads have no more or less than 25 players 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Friday January 27th, 2023 - 08:02:31 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 6:
Colorado Rapids - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wdW)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Thursday January 26th, 2023 - 03:58:13 AM GMT
ASC Reminder

Reminder that the top 2 from each group will be progressing to the Quarterfinals - meaning that group A and group C both have a place to be contested in the final matches. Quarterfinals will take place in GW19, so clubs already qualified/knocked out can focus on the big stretch of league matches upcoming.

 
Commissioner
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Wednesday January 25th, 2023 - 08:02:46 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 5:
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Tuesday January 24th, 2023 - 09:10:02 PM GMT
New Boys!!

Glad to see the teams of DAL and POR take the field in 2 friendlies this week. At least they get to train up a few lads, and their wait for meaningful league games ends on Monmday cioming. Personally I like the midweek games - leaving the weekend alone. 3 games a week gives little time for any trading but there isn't much in OASL anyway - lets see if we can't boost it up somewhat... :-)

 
Commissioner
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Tuesday January 24th, 2023 - 07:26:51 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through Participation Thru Jan 21st:
CHA(20) CHV(40) COL(20) CLB(30) KC(20) MIA(40) MIN(50) PHI(50) SJ(10)

 
Commissioner
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Tuesday January 24th, 2023 - 06:49:17 AM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through Jan 23 2023 Balancing for Missing Cup Matches:
DAL(82) POR(82)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Tuesday January 24th, 2023 - 06:46:06 AM GMT
DAL and POR friendlies

FC Dallas and Portland will play two friendlies later this week - managers involved will also receive an email to make sure they are aware of the opportunity to train up some players.

 
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Monday January 23rd, 2023 - 08:03:34 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 4:
Houston Dynamo - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWD)

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Sunday January 22nd, 2023 - 05:27:49 PM GMT
Philly latest

Philadelphia Union are proud to announce the signing of experienced SW Sam Stejskal from New York,coach rob stated he is the ideal player to bolster the defence at Philly and his experience in New York stands him in good stead,he will debut in our next match wearing the no 22,we hope he settles in quickly and Philly have a good solid season.

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Saturday January 21st, 2023 - 03:27:31 PM GMT
Couple of Quid and a Bit Of String

Not sure we'll manage to acquire any players in the Auction given the state of the Rapids' coffers but I've put a couple of bids in

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Saturday January 21st, 2023 - 09:22:07 AM GMT
Auction

...in 10 hours. Please get your bids in! We have just under half of the clubs participating at this point, so I would expect most teams have a shot at a player or some resources if they decide to join in.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Saturday January 21st, 2023 - 09:20:12 AM GMT
About/Bio Updates

First payout round is out! One more week to update bios for the free 100k - please make sure that your update is labeled as season 30. No need to post, as I will check all teams for the final payout next weekend.

 
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Saturday January 21st, 2023 - 09:17:08 AM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through Jan 21 Revenue for Missing Cup Matches 1-3:
DAL(245) POR(245)

 
Commissioner
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Saturday January 21st, 2023 - 09:13:41 AM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through Jan 20 Poll Participation:
ATL(10) CDY(10) CHA(10) CHV(10) COL(10) CLB(10) DC(10) KC(10) MIA(10) MIN(10) PHI(10) POR(10) ROC(10) SJ(10) SEA(10)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Saturday January 21st, 2023 - 09:06:24 AM GMT
Fixture Counts

Senior squads should have a minimum of 6 matches in the first cup, 34 league matches, and 2 matches in the second cup. That's a minimum of 42 matches in total.

Youth squads should have a minimum of 34 league matches and 1 cup match for 35 total.

 
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Saturday January 21st, 2023 - 07:53:19 AM GMT
Bio & Team Updates

The following teams receive Bio & Team Updates through :
CHV(100) CLB(100) MIA(100) MIN(100) PHI(100) ROC(100) SJ(100) SEA(100)

 
Steve Turner
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Friday January 20th, 2023 - 10:28:18 PM GMT
Roughly how many games?

I realise we'll be playing 34 league games and 6 Al Sellers Cup games but what about the other cup and Youth fixtures?

I like to use all my CP and TP slots early then 1 per match until the end of the season, especially in a rebuilding season.

 
Commissioner
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Friday January 20th, 2023 - 08:02:18 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 3:
Colorado Rapids - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)
Atlanta Silverbacks - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Friday January 20th, 2023 - 04:00:26 PM GMT
Auction 1 - 21st January

For those who haven't noticed because your team is already full of superstars. There is an auction tomorrow (21st). So far only 3 teams in with bids, soon to be 4 with mine. So good chance of a bargain. Or probably less of a chance now :)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Friday January 20th, 2023 - 07:24:06 AM GMT
Updates

  • Double names corrected at MIA and KC
  • Will be handling cash additions for bios (and poll participation) here later today
  • FIRST AUCTION THIS WEEKEND. Please get your bids in!
  • I will pay out POR and DAL their compensation when I do the bio cash, but I will also schedule them friendlies for next week so that they can begin training their players. Will reach out to those managers at that point to make sure they have advance notice.

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday January 18th, 2023 - 08:41:34 PM GMT
Bio updated

San Jose Earthquakes all done.

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Wednesday January 18th, 2023 - 08:13:36 PM GMT
2nd match day

And 15 of 16 teams are already in - and James will have his in before the deadline, I'm sure..👍👍

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday January 18th, 2023 - 07:57:46 PM GMT
Miami double name issue

We have the same thing. Seems that the manager is unable to find new names and goes back every time to the same names creating a lot of frustration for himself.

Justin Swanson would be a great name for one of the two Wilfid Miles we have in our team.

Thank you and apologies for the inconvenience.

 
James White
Kansas City Wizards


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
568 - 221 - 389 (0.576)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Wednesday January 18th, 2023 - 06:18:10 PM GMT
All In

I wouldn't let you down David !!

Can you do me a favour please I seem to have two players with the same name which is confusing my little brain when doing lineups , could one of my Bo Bobbys be renamed to Jo Zobby. or whatever you want.

Thanks

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Wednesday January 18th, 2023 - 09:03:40 AM GMT
2nd match day

And 15 of 16 teams are already in - and James will have his in before the deadline, I'm sure..👍👍

 
Steve Turner
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Tuesday January 17th, 2023 - 09:12:11 PM GMT
Columbus Rebels

Bio and About updated.

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Monday January 16th, 2023 - 07:13:19 PM GMT
Opening Day

Good stuff lads, all in on time for tonight's opener. Interesting to see how it pans out but just pleased to see the game up and back to virtual normal. 
A few games in and it will be second nature to us.

Enjoy the evening, just remember all your games are midweek, the next one Wednesday..👍👍

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Monday January 16th, 2023 - 07:05:13 PM GMT
almost a nmr...

I thought I did it...but now I am sure...

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Monday January 16th, 2023 - 05:15:51 PM GMT
Season Bio Updated - CHV

All updated. Scandals galore with the players in there. Not really wish we could get some Red Top Rag type headlines randomly against some top players in the Blogs :)

CHV Striker Weed Caught Taking his Own Name

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Sunday January 15th, 2023 - 04:11:47 PM GMT
Simon (MIA)

Good point about the friendlies between POL and DAL - I've put that into my poll vote..:-)

2 x friendlies - during games 2 and 4, allowing every player to be max EL10 for the 1st leagu matches even though the rest of us won't be at full EL10.

NOW, Simon, what about your team line for tomorrow's game (you, Jason and Bryce).

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Sunday January 15th, 2023 - 03:09:34 PM GMT
Season bio updated

I saw I did not do that before, but did it now.

Goodluck to you all. Let's hope we get this competition up and running. The pre-season already showed some good activity. 

With regards to the Poll, could they not play against eachother in a friendly game? This way they can use their CP/TP's as well.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday January 15th, 2023 - 09:23:48 AM GMT
Final Note

A further 11 SL removed from SEA T-11, which should move us down to middle of the pack of the 13 established clubs from last season (guessing this takes us to around 23.9 or so for T-11, down from around 25.9). Should restore some balance after a season or two of SEA feasting on many low-participation auctions.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday January 15th, 2023 - 09:10:46 AM GMT
Schedule and Participation

RE: Schedule - we are going with 3x per week, Mon, Wed, Fri for this season, and only this season. Apologies, this was finalized while I was out and it had slipped my notice that it was not announced. The main value we will see here is that this season will take a bit less time to complete as we iron out the kinks. This will be a weird season no matter what, given all of the manual editing we have had to do to revive dead teams and restore competitive balance, so a quicker season should get us to stability a bit faster. We are currently in the editing phase of the full, finalized schedule, so hopefully we can post and schedule the rest of the season soon.

Participation bonuses for the off-season were rather generous. I was hoping to have a new system in place by now, but it will still require a bit of work to refine before being announced. So, for the meantime, please note that blogs and journals will earn you up to 50k each week,with the participation week being from Sunday to Saturday (note that this is a change from before). Percentage of the 50k earned will be a judgment call based on number and effort of posts. Our future system will be better defined, I promise

 
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Sunday January 15th, 2023 - 09:03:22 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through Participation Thru Jan 14th:
CHV(50) CLB(50) DC(50) MIN(50) POR(50) ROC(50)

 
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Sunday January 15th, 2023 - 09:00:10 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through Participation Thru Jan 7th:
CHA(50) COL(50) CLB(50) MIA(50) MIN(50)

 
David Campbell
Charleston Battery


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
326 - 233 - 487 (0.423)
Sunday January 15th, 2023 - 08:55:40 AM GMT
Schedule

Are we going with a Mon/Wed/Fri schedule then or is this just for the cup? 

 
Commissioner
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Sunday January 15th, 2023 - 08:53:14 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through Jan 15 2023 for previous poll participation:
ROC(10)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday January 15th, 2023 - 08:49:58 AM GMT
Small notes

  • A new poll has been posted, also with a 10k bonus. I would prefer to pay out the two teams missing the first cup with some gate revenue, but if there is strong opposition from managers for some reason I can always reconsider. If you vote 'No', I would ask you to consider giving some reasoning in the comments.
  • MIN has had their cash moved significantly downward for fair play. They will still have plenty to rebuild, but not so much more than other rebuilding squads who just happened to not receive NMR gate receipts all of last season. 2000k was chosen to move them right by the next rebuilding squad who also purchased up to 50 CP
  • SEA have had ~16 SL taken off of their T-11 for competitive balance, and likely will have a bit more once the stats update and I can take a look at how it has affected their standing.

 
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Sunday January 15th, 2023 - 08:31:46 AM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through Jan 15 2023 for balancing:
MIN(-2000)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Saturday January 14th, 2023 - 09:47:21 PM GMT
New Season approaches

1st game in the new season is on Monday - this afternoon 5 teams still had to put their first team lined in.

Don't start with an NMR - that's all I am saying. 😃😃

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Friday January 13th, 2023 - 08:14:57 PM GMT
Steve

Answers are that when it was likely POR and DAL wouldn't have managers the cup was drawn without them.

both teams have been informed about it and both seem okay with it.

MIN's balance was due to Robin running them as an nmR team the whole season hence their results and monies, but Andy us on to it - it will be cut by at least 3k so I am told 🤡🤡

 
Steve Turner
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Friday January 13th, 2023 - 03:12:48 PM GMT
Two questions

1. As there are now 18 teams whatbiss happening with the Al Sellers Cup? 16 teams have been drawn into 4 teams of 4 with matches assigned so what's going off with Portland and Dalllas?

2. Is Minnesota's CP/cash correct? I realise CP might have built up through team neglect but just wanted to make sure.

 
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Thursday January 12th, 2023 - 10:17:52 AM GMT
Trade: NSS - SEA

NSS sends Olexiy Sokolov (1/18 MA) to SEA for

 
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Thursday January 12th, 2023 - 10:17:47 AM GMT
Trade: NSS - SEA

NSS sends Neil Kerr (1/17 DF), Mihn Tran (1/18 MF), Bryn Howell (1/18 WG) to SEA for

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Thursday January 12th, 2023 - 09:07:33 AM GMT
Pre season Update

Brilliant!! Everybody has completed their pre season - thanks for that.. and the last youth players to be allocated to their senior team will be done today. 
Andy us excited to be so near a start of the season, which will go like a blur for the first season with 3 games a week. This is being done as their will be an EPL style 38 games league.

Am guessing next season divisions will increased, with smaller sizes and less league games, and less matches per week. That for Andy to consider soon enough.

Now you just need to do Bios updates (season 30 remember) and put that to bed soonest / done mine, how sad is that??? 😃😃

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Thursday January 12th, 2023 - 06:57:43 AM GMT
Bio Updates

As David mentioned, a bio update for the season will earn you a cool 100k to start of the season right and buffer the accounts before our first auction. Please note 'Season 30' at the start of the update so that I see it when I check. First payouts will be on Jan 20 to get the money in before the auction. Second and final chance for cash will be the following week on Jan 27th. Please try to put a little effort in to make them interesting for others, whether they are about you personally or even something such as your favorite football club and how they are doing.

Other minor note, participation will begin paying out this coming week. As David promised a couple weeks back, there will be a payout for this pre-season activity. 

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Thursday January 12th, 2023 - 01:03:10 AM GMT
Pre-Season

Apologies. CHV pre-season now completed. Looking forward to the new season. 

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Wednesday January 11th, 2023 - 11:03:50 PM GMT
Pre-Season

Apologies. CHV pre-season now completed. Looking forward to the new season. 

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Wednesday January 11th, 2023 - 09:10:09 AM GMT
Pre Season update

Thanks to the lads who are now ready for Monday's KO.
Now only 4 teams left to complete pre season:


ATL, CAR, CHV, and SEA

Over to you lads - I've done my bit - all of you who took part in the Poll have got your 10k - spend it wisely.. 💰💰

 
Mike Hernandez
Rochester Rhinos


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
2 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Tuesday January 10th, 2023 - 04:18:22 PM GMT
Again

Well, we're back. Part 2.

Thanks for the CEO's invitation.

This willl be the main team, but we want to improve the youth team. So, we'll see. Perhaps Rhino's fan will understand that.

Profound changes are coming, also.

Anyway, Rochester will have to put up with us for a while, but always keeping two premises in mind.

First: Achieve excellence.

Second: France!

Did I make myself clear? (Muchaaaachoooosss!)

 
Mike Hernandez Jnr
Gananda Bandits Rochester


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday January 10th, 2023 - 03:22:23 PM GMT
Back!

Well, we're back.

We return to this league after several seasons taking advantage of, and thanking, the CEO's invitation.

We have no idea what state the equipment is in, nor the facilities, nor even if the franchise chef knows how to cook B-B-Qs.

We got to the main office today and there wasn't even a latte on the table.

Profound changes are coming.

We only lack the main thing: money.

Anyway, Rochester will have to put up with us for a while, but always keeping two premises in mind.

First: Achieve excellence.

Second: France!
 

 
Commissioner
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Tuesday January 10th, 2023 - 12:54:54 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through Poll involvement - 10th January - now closed.:
ATL(10) CAR(10) CHA(10) CHV(10) COL(10) CLB(10) DC(10) HOU(10) KC(10) MIA(10) MIN(10) PHI(10) SJ(10) SEA(10) VAN(10)

 
Derek Purvis
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Tuesday January 10th, 2023 - 12:47:18 PM GMT
Portland

Hi all

 Derek Purvis is returning as Manager Portland Timbers

I look forward to the new season

Good luck to all managers

Derek

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Tuesday January 10th, 2023 - 08:51:30 AM GMT
Pre season update

Now down to 7 of 18 teams needing to do pre season, please.

I'll update each morning - tomorrow I'll list any teams.outstanding - let's start next Monday's Cup ties all up to date, eh?

Then Andy will ask for Bios updates (so you get extra cash early on). But that can wait a week or so.

Clubs who responded to the Poll Andy put up will get their 10k today..💰

 
Matt White
D.C. United


 
Recent Entries
Paul - 11/18
Close matches in the Cup - 11/11
Team Record
352 - 237 - 498 (0.433)
Monday January 9th, 2023 - 10:22:15 PM GMT
D.C United announced new Manager

D.C United today announced that Matthew White has been appointed as manager of the team.

White was long term manager of Washington before take a break from the league he has been appointed for the up coming season and will have his contract extended if he proved successful.

 
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Monday January 9th, 2023 - 03:35:07 PM GMT
Trade: DCC - DC

DCC sends Robin Olsen (1/17 GK), Hans Smitt (1/18 DF), Danny Ings (1/18 FW) to DC for

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Monday January 9th, 2023 - 09:35:02 AM GMT
Pre Season….

Gents, we are go for next Monday for an exciting "new" beginning to OASL.

9 of the starting 18 teams have done their preseason - thanks - now can the remaining teams do theirs this week soonest please?  

Be nice to check every team by say Thursday and know we are 100% ready, eh?

Anybody struggling just shout - I will get it done for you - at no charge..😂😂😂😂😂

PS mother and heir to the Foss-Grant riches are doing well - not sure about dad - still celebrating I believe. 🥃🥃🥃

 
Commissioner
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Sunday January 8th, 2023 - 04:15:02 PM GMT
Trade: GBS - ROC

GBS sends Roland Jones (1/18 FW) to ROC for

 
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Sunday January 8th, 2023 - 04:14:59 PM GMT
Trade: GBS - ROC

GBS sends Dustin Crum (1/18 SW), Jody Fortson (1/18 DF), Jerick McKinnon (1/17 DF) to ROC for

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday January 8th, 2023 - 04:30:37 AM GMT
Quick note on youth cash

To answer the question below (I think I meant to call this out at the time, but forgot): for any youth teams that were dead last season and had basically no cash, the senior teams were awarded the minimum cash balance transfered by an active team without penalty to the youth squad. Basically this was used as a very minor cash balancing for teams that had zero matches scheduled last year. If you see anything further off from that let me know. Since it was the minimum active team transfer, I figured it to be a safe catch-up mechanism, but please feel free to reach out if you think it too grossly unfair. Thanks!

 

Should be back here active in another day or two. A million thanks to everyone who has helped out in my stead, especially David and Mark who put in many hours of hard work that I had to dump onto them. It is much appreciated, gents.

And thanks, Simon! Certainly been an eventful week over here!

 
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Saturday January 7th, 2023 - 07:53:58 PM GMT
Trade: DIS - CHA

DIS sends Henrik Larsson (1/18 FW) to CHA for

 
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Saturday January 7th, 2023 - 07:53:54 PM GMT
Trade: DIS - CHA

DIS sends Igor Svenssen (1/19 GK), Oleg Skarsgaard (1/18 DF), Claus Michaelsson (1/18 MA) to CHA for

 
Steve Turner Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
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Saturday January 7th, 2023 - 07:19:12 PM GMT
Junior pic done

It's actually my old FRR pic that I managed to download off the site.

 
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Columbus Crew


 
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Saturday January 7th, 2023 - 07:12:24 PM GMT
Coach photo uploaded

Senior team photo uploaded. Just need to find a junior one now 

 
Steve Turner Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
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Saturday January 7th, 2023 - 07:05:17 PM GMT
Thanks guys

I found the blog post about the transfer of cash so in fairness (and everyone who knows me in these games knows I will point out errors even if it makes things worse for me) I'll point out that:

5 senior teams received 636k. Two, DAL and POR, are no longer in the league. CCK lost 636k and their parent team is CHV which received 636k.

That leaves CLB and DC which received 636k but neither REB nor DCC lost any cash. Also REB only have 1158k or so and DCC I'm nor sure.

 

 
David Campbell
Charleston Battery


 
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Saturday January 7th, 2023 - 05:16:51 PM GMT
CHA

Sent my requests for promotion to senior, and my new youth names.  

My youth team (DIS) has a stray Peter Beardsley appeared.  

Peter Beardsley  FW 0 7 10 0

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Saturday January 7th, 2023 - 04:25:32 PM GMT
Youths

Roy is correct about half the monies being transferred to the senior cream and I've written to Andy asking his intentions about the 5CPS Robin brought in - I quite liked the 5CPS to be used on 1 age 2+ player, and usually all youth teams got made up to 60TPs as we all have 8 age 0 and 1 players.

Watch this space......🎅🎅

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
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Saturday January 7th, 2023 - 04:14:21 PM GMT
Not Sure

Half the youth team finances were transferred on 28th December as usual. Whether this continues for future seasons I don't know. TP is awarded by the commissioner as normal. The 5 CP rule was added by Robin a couple of seasons ago. 

I'm not sure what AFG plans to do with the youth set up going forward. 

 
Steve Turner Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
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Saturday January 7th, 2023 - 02:26:11 PM GMT
Youth teams

It's been a while since I played here so don't know what rules might have changed.

Do youth teams still send cash to the senior teams?

And if not can youth teams buy TP and/or CP pre-season?

 
David Campbell
Charleston Battery


 
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Friday January 6th, 2023 - 09:57:30 PM GMT
CHA

Sorry, I dropped the ball a little. I'll sort mine out by Saturday latest 

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Friday January 6th, 2023 - 07:59:25 PM GMT
Update on Youth Players...

So only CHA, DC, ROC, and SEA left to put youths in and promote their young ones to the senior team.

Had a few problems with some teams having to many players once I added their new ones, but hopefully that is 14 teams with updated rosters now... Lot of work so looking forward to the holiday Andy promised me....:-) 

 
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Friday January 6th, 2023 - 07:50:52 PM GMT
Trade: SCF - ATL

SCF sends Michael Eddington (1/18 FW) to ATL for

 
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Friday January 6th, 2023 - 07:50:50 PM GMT
Trade: SCF - ATL

SCF sends Johnathan Archer (1/17 SW), Reginald Barclay (1/17 DF), Brad Boimle (1/17 DM) to ATL for

 
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Friday January 6th, 2023 - 04:38:47 PM GMT
Trade: REB - CLB

REB sends Mark Blair (1/17 DF), Peter Wright (1/18 MF), Trevor Francis (1/19 MA) to CLB for

 
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Friday January 6th, 2023 - 01:51:12 PM GMT
Trade: TDL - DAL

TDL sends Leo Fortune-West (1/16 FW) to DAL for

 
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Friday January 6th, 2023 - 01:51:08 PM GMT
Trade: TDL - DAL

TDL sends Simon Royce (1/16 GK), James Sharp (1/16 DF), Baldur Bett (1/16 MF) to DAL for

 
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Friday January 6th, 2023 - 01:29:32 PM GMT
Trade: HOU - LHT

HOU sends  to LHT for Kevin James (1/18 FW)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Friday January 6th, 2023 - 01:18:06 PM GMT
Steve

Steve, teams were allowed to put their youths down to 22 (believe 21, as at the time 4 lads would be promoted - now it is 3 or 4). If you want more than 22 Mark says he can assist - they won't be world beaters but would give extra options for selection. 
I will inbox you with your youths now if you can return asap please with names and positions, along with the youth you want changed to a MPP - unless you say otherwise I will promote all your age 1 lads.  Thanks.  👍👍

 
Steve Turner Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
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Friday January 6th, 2023 - 09:43:39 AM GMT
CLB and others?

Some of us were asked to wait before submitting orders. I've checked both inboxes and haven't been told the level of my Youth players.

Also the Rebels only have 17 players so when we get 8 new ones and transfer the 3 age 1s we will be down to 22. I'm not sure if that's allowed.

 
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Friday January 6th, 2023 - 09:42:21 AM GMT
Trade: MTS - POR

MTS sends Mike Hollis (1/17 MF) to POR for

 
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Friday January 6th, 2023 - 09:42:19 AM GMT
Trade: MTS - POR

MTS sends Tom Mabon (1/17 DF), Ben Byrd (1/17 DF), Sam Bray (1/17 MF) to POR for

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Thursday January 5th, 2023 - 08:49:14 PM GMT
Oh Dear!!

Gents, that is 10 teams youths put in and age 1s transferred to the senior squads (3 or 4 as requested).

NOW, in order to do that I have had to retire some of your senior lads to let the youths in, and some of your youiths to let in the 8 new lads. Let me know if I retired the wrong one(s) but I have tried to be fair - without them some transfers didn't go through 1st, 2nd, and sometimes 3rd time.

So if I could get the lads missing that would help - 10 is a fair start but 6 to come at least.

ATL, CHA, CLB, D.C., ROC, and  when the new dad comes up for air, SEA   Congrats to Andy - mine is a whisky and coke... :-)

Thanks..

 
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Thursday January 5th, 2023 - 08:42:19 PM GMT
Trade: CIW - COL

CIW sends Helmut Koglberger (1/18 FW) to COL for

 
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Thursday January 5th, 2023 - 08:42:16 PM GMT
Trade: CIW - COL

CIW sends Samson Baidoo (1/17 DF), Patrick Wimmer (1/17 MA), Hannes Wolf (1/17 WG) to COL for

 
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Thursday January 5th, 2023 - 08:36:54 PM GMT
Trade: CDY - CAR

CDY sends Joe Gubbins (1/19 DF), Jason Demetriou (1/19 MA), Sam Dalby (1/18 FW) to CAR for

 
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Thursday January 5th, 2023 - 08:32:35 PM GMT
Trade: KCA - KC

KCA sends Alexis Alex (1/17 FW) to KC for

 
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Thursday January 5th, 2023 - 08:32:32 PM GMT
Trade: KCA - KC

KCA sends Julie Jules (1/17 SW), Debbie Debs (1/17 DF), Bo Bobby (1/17 WG) to KC for

 
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Thursday January 5th, 2023 - 08:27:52 PM GMT
Trade: RIS - PHI

RIS sends Brandon Craig (1/18 MF) to PHI for

 
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Thursday January 5th, 2023 - 08:27:49 PM GMT
Trade: RIS - PHI

RIS sends Nathan Hamiel (1/18 DF), Anthony Sorenson (1/18 DM), Julian Carranza (1/19 FW) to PHI for

 
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Thursday January 5th, 2023 - 08:12:27 PM GMT
Trade: CCK - CHV

CCK sends Del Honey (1/18 MF) to CHV for

 
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Thursday January 5th, 2023 - 08:09:24 PM GMT
Trade: CCK - CHV

CCK sends Tree Trunk (1/17 DF), Bill Knot (1/18 DM), Barry Cornhill (1/17 DF) to CHV for

 
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Thursday January 5th, 2023 - 07:42:46 PM GMT
Trade: RFC - MIA

RFC sends Larry Cando (1/18 SD), Wilfid Miles (1/18 MF), Lance Rozeboom (1/16 WG) to MIA for

 
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Thursday January 5th, 2023 - 03:03:11 PM GMT
Trade: LHT - HOU

LHT sends James Roche (1/17 GK), Greg Blythe (1/17 DM), Will Murphy (1/18 WG) to HOU for

 
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Thursday January 5th, 2023 - 02:43:03 PM GMT
Trade: DAF - SJ

DAF sends Kevin Keegan (1/18 FW) to SJ for

 
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Thursday January 5th, 2023 - 02:43:00 PM GMT
Trade: DAF - SJ

DAF sends Terry Butcher (1/18 DF), Trevor Brooking (1/18 DM), Steve Coppell (1/18 WG) to SJ for

 
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Thursday January 5th, 2023 - 02:15:27 PM GMT
Trade: VCC - VAN

VCC sends Richard Gough (1/18 DF), Ryan Gauld (1/19 MF), Kris Boyd (1/19 FW) to VAN for

 
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Thursday January 5th, 2023 - 01:52:33 PM GMT
Trade: GOG - MIN

GOG sends Karl Trent (1/18 MF), Pete Tong (1/17 MF), Harvey Elliot (1/16 WG) to MIN for

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Wednesday January 4th, 2023 - 07:56:26 PM GMT
New Youths and Promoted Players

Gents, Mark and myself are helping Andy to get set up while he sits in the hospital drinking coffee and working out new born baby names....

I am majoring on the Youths, and so far I have downloaded new youth players for the following Clubs:

CDY, CCK, CIW, LH, KCA, RFC, RIS, DAF.

Can I ask that ATL, CHA, ROC, SEA, send in their completed wish listsfor their Youths to me @ MIN in box asap please?  You all have Andy's in box message giving you your youths abilities.

MIN, DC, DAL, POR, and VAN will still be outstanding till their youth abilities are settled but we can move on with the above.

Remember your age 1s are being promoted so remember to name one of them as a MPP, or he won't get it later. (if it means you go above 5 MPPs, then give a name for one senior lad to be demoted.)

Any queries please come back to me @ MIN in box on this topic - the rest is moving on behind the scenes... !! Thanks.

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
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Wednesday January 4th, 2023 - 07:32:32 PM GMT
Congratulations...Andrew!

I assume the baby is born, hope everything went well.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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Tuesday January 3rd, 2023 - 07:02:32 PM GMT
Slight detour in preseason plans

Hi all,

Due to some unforeseen schedule changes (early baby arrival), I will be less able to complete preseason prep this week. In my stead, David B and Mark C will help get things going here. Please be patient as we may experience some delays or modifications along the way.

Thanks,

Andy

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
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Tuesday January 3rd, 2023 - 10:35:40 AM GMT
~Happy new year

to you as well David.

And of course to all the other managers around here.

Hope this will be a great season for you all.

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Sunday January 1st, 2023 - 12:16:22 PM GMT
Happy New Year

To all players in OASL - just noticed MIN (even with adjustments) ranks 16th but that's fine - my youth bunch are better organised to make a decent fist of the new season, and I still have the age 1 lads to promote (at the same time retiring lads who are older than me....) 😂😂

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Thursday December 29th, 2022 - 01:53:39 PM GMT
3 game week

Tbh I am fine with it for this season to keep things moving (and Tues/Thurs/Sat is good for me too) but think the majority of lads would prefer a 2 game one after this season. I know I am a busy lad so would like to slip back into my comfort zone.

But this season it is fine .....👍👍

 
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Wednesday December 28th, 2022 - 08:09:07 PM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through Dec 28 2022 Adj For Youth Transfer:
ATL(861) CDY(-1108) CAR(1108) CCK(-636) CHA(750) CHV(636) CIW(-902) COL(902) CLB(636) DC(636) DIS(-750) DAF(-1085) DAL(636) GBS(-966) GOG(-1152) HOU(786) KC(891) KCA(-891) LHT(-786) MIA(997) MIN(1152) NSS(-1112) PHI(1141) POR(636) RFC(-977) ROC(966) RIS(-1141) SJ(1085) SCF(-861) SEA(1112) VCC(-1444) VAN(1444)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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Wednesday December 28th, 2022 - 06:01:51 AM GMT
Poll clarification

Please note that the poll is just regarding a one-season trial of three matches per week. Any following seasons are still planned to be 2 matches per week unless the trial (if it happens) is a smash hit and managers are knocking down my door asking for it to be made permanent. That decision would only be made after any such trial with input from managers.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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Tuesday December 27th, 2022 - 06:13:35 PM GMT
New poll, as well!

Curious about days of the week for matches. Please see poll for details. Poll participation will include a 10k cash bonus when noted on the poll.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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Tuesday December 27th, 2022 - 06:11:34 PM GMT
Preseason + updates

Gentlemen,

Preseason is now open - IF you are managing a team that played last season, please feel free to complete your preseason. There will be no change to captain rules, CP/TP costs, or number of promoted players (choose 3 or 4) for this season. These will be changing, but at the end up the coming season.

HOWEVER, if you are managing SEA, MIN, CLB, DC, DAL, or POR please refrain from completing your preseason orders until your teams have been re-balanced up or down.

I will also send out instructions asking for youth players to promote to senior sides via your inbox. Please complete them in the next week, and I will follow up with anyone missing at that point. Our proposed season start will be Sunday, January 8th. This will get pushed back a week if we have delays either wrangling managers or issues with new commissioner errors, so be prepared if it needs to get moved to the 15th.

 

Rule changes (will be added to an updated wiki over the coming weeks and put on front page for this season):

  • After this coming season (between season 30 and 31), youth teams will only promote 3 of their 4 age 0s to the senior side. This will also be accompanied by the addition of Age 1 players in auctions in season 31
  • After this coming season, we will split back into two divisions for both senior and youth sides. Ideally we will continue to grow in size to make those divisions a healthy size.
  • Cup changes - The Dave Dowson Shield will remain in the format of a random draw group stage and then knockout rounds. However, the size of the group stage will shrink: if we have 16 teams we will have 4 groups of 4 (6 matches each, home and away) with the top 2 from each group advancing. If we have 18 teams we will have 3 groups of 6 (5 matches each, neutral venue) with the top 2 from each group + next best 2 teams advancing. The group stage will be the first gameweeks of the season and will complete before the league matches start.
  • Cup changes - The Al Sellers Cup will change to being a more 'American Style' knockout tournament. Teams will be seeded into a knockout bracket based on standings, with a 'consolation bracket' after your first loss. If we have 18 teams, the bottom 4 teams will get a 'play-in' round to earn a little extra money and ensure that the next round has 16 teams for a smooth bracket from there. More details as we get closer to that second half of the season.
  • Youth cup will run along with the ASC in the same knockout structure, but with no 'consolation bracket'
  • Participation and retirement payout changes will be coming, but the details are still being ironed out.
  • We will have a prediction league starting up this season, with a nice twist. Watch this space as we get the season started, as the prediction league will start up in the regular season.
  • We may have changes to retirement and cash transfers from youth team to senior teams, so those will be included in a future update.

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Monday December 26th, 2022 - 10:32:04 AM GMT
Participation monies

Gents, Andy has agreed for managers to start earning money for their teams with blogging (would suggest journals after the start of the new season when we know each teams makeup).

then there will be more money for bios updates - again after the new season has been set up. 💰💰💰

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
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Saturday December 24th, 2022 - 03:37:43 PM GMT
Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas to all from Philadelphia Union and Roxbrough Indians 

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Saturday December 24th, 2022 - 02:19:35 PM GMT
Greetings to All !!

Well, that was a quick holiday - but now the set up is under new "ownership" I am happy to return to assist Andy get the ship back in order.  Mark is here too so we have the brains of the operation on our side too. Did I mention Steve is back too? No, well, I have now!

Andy has some ideas and he has the survey returns from a lot of you, so going forward it seems OASL will prosper. Please give him your help if needed - he hasn't a lot of experience setting up the game, that will come this season, but don't give him many more points - he has enjoyed far too good a season as it is.  :-)

I fancy staying in the background helping if asked or needed, 

I have added last season's teams earnings as I saw them - any queries just ask - it will be my fault, but it can be rectified.   I have still to add the top scorers and keeper SLs but they get added once the new season has opened for business - I won't forget (Golden Boot in the League, Golden Gloves in the League, and then Young Boot and Young Keeper in the League, and the Young Boot and Young Keeper in the Youths - all in hand...)

Onwards and Upwards....!!!!. 

 
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Saturday December 24th, 2022 - 02:04:49 PM GMT
Awards

The following teams receive Awards through 24th Dec - League and Cup Earnings....:
ATL(250) CDY(200) CAR(650) CCK(200) CHA(300) CHV(700) CIW(200) COL(400) CLB(200) REB(200) DC(200) DIS(200) DAF(200) DAL(200) GBS(240) GOG(200) HOU(600) KC(380) KCA(200) LFC(300) LHT(220) MIA(320) MIN(250) MTS(200) NSS(260) PHI(340) POR(200) RFC(200) ROC(360) RIS(280) SJ(280) SCF(200) SEA(1350) TDL(200) VAN(260) WDP(200)

 
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Saturday December 24th, 2022 - 01:57:41 PM GMT
League/Cup Reviewer

The following teams receive League/Cup Reviewer through Rob Lye - Monies due..:
PHI(450)

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
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Friday December 23rd, 2022 - 05:30:19 PM GMT
Newbies

Welcome to Mark ,Steve and David  from all at Philadelphia and Roxborough  looking forward to playing you all again

 

Cheers Rob

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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Friday December 23rd, 2022 - 07:51:08 AM GMT
Introductions

Also, apologies to all three managers below for the very tepid re-introductions that lack the appropriate gravitas due to each one of you for your impact through the years here!  I'll let each one of you wax poetic about yourselves in your bios instead to make up for my poor attempt from a tired brain!

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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Friday December 23rd, 2022 - 07:44:16 AM GMT
New Managers for Season 30

It is my pleasure to announce a few returning managers to the league...

David Blair, former commissioner, will be returning to his post at MIN and helping me get up to speed on running the league.

Mark Creasey, commissioner of SESL and the gentleman who keeps the lights on here, will be taking over at VAN.

Steve Turner, a veteran of all leagues in this system, will be taking over at CLB

A warm welcome back to all three of you!

 

This puts us currently at a size of 15 teams. I have a backup manager to make 16, so I think that is the number we will end up with, but nothing finalized just yet.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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Wednesday December 21st, 2022 - 05:05:36 AM GMT
Surveys are in

Thanks for all of the wonderful responses. The surveys pointed me in a very clear direction when taken together.

I've been a but busier than expected to start this week, but should have time today or tomorrow to get the plans for the new season posted here and start getting the league set up with our new managers and off-season tasks

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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Tuesday December 13th, 2022 - 04:29:38 AM GMT
Keep the survey responses coming

Thanks very much to the four managers that have already responded to the survey questions. That is much faster than I expected to get so much input! It has also been quite enlightening and encouraging to see how much thought you have put into it and how much you care for the success of the league. I won't report on any answers yet (I don't want to 'poison the well' so-to-speak for those who have yet to respond), but I'm happy to see that folks are also calling out where they disagree with my assumptions. 

Thank you, David. I also do owe Robin a thank you here for the work that he put into the league - it was no small effort. I wish this had been a smoother transition for everyone's sake.

...Those 1/30s are in the mail. Hopefully they show up for Christmas.

 

Finally, I will spend some time mid-week this week to get our new managers set up. I will announce them at that time, as well, but I believe we are somewhere around 14-15 managers so far. Hopefully we will exceed 16 soon.

 
David Campbell
Charleston Battery


 
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Monday December 12th, 2022 - 04:17:45 PM GMT
The future

"OASL only functions if it works as both a game and as a community"

 

Couldn't agree more. I suspect few managers would stick around for drama every other week so time to move on. Robin for sure put in a lot of work so I thank him for that, and good luck to Andrew moving forward. 

Now ... about my team of 1/30s I was promised ...

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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Monday December 12th, 2022 - 05:54:49 AM GMT
Surveys

Are out in inboxes for the senior side accounts. A bit of a goof in how they were sent out, but please send your responses to SEA inbox. Try to respond in the next week if you are interested.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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Saturday December 10th, 2022 - 11:45:49 PM GMT
Update

Daily notes:

  • Tomorrow will be our big day for starting to address the offseason and sending out the manager survey after a slight unexpected delay. I will give more details then.
  • I have made the difficult decision to remove Robin from the game after much deliberation. I had been reluctant to do so despite a couple of calls for that move, but I am afraid that with recent events the game becomes unworkable with him here. OASL only functions if it works as both a game and as a community, and I am now of the belief that the community aspect is completely impossible with his words and actions. To bring back several previous managers to get the league up to a healthy number of teams I am afraid this is also a necessary step. I do not take this action lightly, and wish I did not have to do so. I have made sure to run this by Mark before taking the step, though it was my decision alone in the end and that is where the responsibility lies. If you have any concerns whatsoever, please feel free to either post in the blog, message me through inbox, or send me an email (I will aim to check my spam folder more often, as this is where I have now found some emails were going. Inbox or blog are more reliable methods for now, however).
  • With that said, I am expecting that we have one or two previous managers lined up for a return. I will announce any returns as they are confirmed. I will also be reaching out to other managers who were forced out in recent seasons to see if there is a mutual interest in getting back into the league. My goal is to get us to 16 teams for this coming season to have good cup structures. Ideally we will be progressing with one division this season with a structure to move back to two divisions in the following season if the numbers work out.

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Saturday December 10th, 2022 - 03:43:26 PM GMT
Change

I think I will withdraw my opening line "Somebody is telling porky pies and it is NOT me"

And be more polite and say things do just not  addup/make sense and leave it at that..>.now if I was still commish I could have got rid of that Line  :)

23 yrs I been associated with these leagues ,a large number of those yrs helping to run them ,and pay for them LOL>. wonlt miss that bit been paying Mark £20 a season here in OASL  was paying a bit more on Sanc £48 a yr

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Saturday December 10th, 2022 - 03:16:45 PM GMT
Arrogant

Somebody is telling porky pies and it is NOT me.

1.Responding to inbox messages , not 100 % accurate some questions left ananswered, !

2.Quote "I expected an announcement from Robin, but since he stated in his blog that it was yet to be 100% confirmed"> Correct I was waiting & waiting For YOU to confirm you would become commish,> Got nothing from you so approached Karl to take on the job.

3. Quote "I have begun preparing for the offseason with instructions from Mark." >really !

4.Quote  from Mark 2/12 "I spoke to Andrew a couple of months ago, "

5.I emailed Mark to ask if he might have any insight into why my password was not working, and was informed that the commissioner had changed it to 'brute' and then later changed it back to 'andy' (which had not been my prior password>    Quote from Mark  9./12 "I don't have any access to Oasl log in's"  --->

Truth is I saw Andrews post on Blog  7/12 ,and immediately chkd it out , reset his passwor to "andy" (it was NOT brute) and emailed it to him, no thanks received. . It is possible that Karl who had been loging in as DAL to become familiar with commish job probably caused the problem ,not had chance to speak to him as he is attending a funeral in South Adrica.

6. I have never had any emails returned/rejected, how did he get new password I set ,  If Mark has NO access. ?

7.Quote "Since revoking access for no given reason was not an acceptable usage of commissioner access in my opinion, I took the action to remove other commissioner permissions for the time being,"  > really when it was My League to Run ,NOT yours ,that is Arrogant .> I was NOT responsible for the problem and restored it IMMEDIATELY .

 

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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Saturday December 10th, 2022 - 06:58:23 AM GMT
Transparency

Hi all, I have been asked to share my side of the story, and I am happy to be transparent.

  • Since hearing that the plan was to shut down OASL, I reached out to Mark in late September to get his perspective on the work load involved with running one of the leagues on here. I took some time to consider his response and in early October gave him a committment to start working on plans for the league. 
  • With heavy travel plans and prep for my first child's birth, I did not have much time to work on those plans for the next month. But, by mid Nov. I felt confident enough in my time availabibility moving forward and wrote to both Mark and Robin on the 19th to express my availability. Specifically, I wrote Robin "I have decided that I would like to fill in as commissioner of OASL if you'd still like to pass along the responsibility. If you have already decided to move forward with your friend Bill that is fine as well, but if not I'd be happy to do the work."
  • From there, Robin and I exchanged a few messages via inbox, and I last told him that I would have some time over the American holiday weekend to look around the commissioner functionality and not make any changes. I responded to each inbox message from Robin, and am unaware of any emails. Apologies as it sounds like you sent a few, Robin, but none of them came through to me. I have only seen, and responded to, your inbox messages.
  • I expected an announcement from Robin, but since he stated in his blog that it was yet to be 100% confirmed, I assumed there was some confirmation he was doing on his end - I probably should have asked for clarity at this point, but did not.
  • When coming on to submit my orders for the final week and to announce my plans since I had heard nothing further, I found Robin's blog from the 4th and my login for SEA no longer working. I emailed Mark to ask if he might have any insight into why my password was not working, and was informed that the commissioner had changed it to 'brute' and then later changed it back to 'andy' (which had not been my prior password).

Since revoking access for no given reason was not an acceptable usage of commissioner access in my opinion, I took the action to remove other commissioner permissions for the time being, and sent a note via inbox to Robin informing him that I would decline his previous offer of having him serve as an assistant commissioner.

 

I will say here that I certainly do not own OASL - if Mark and the managers of this league do not want me running it, then it is certainly not my place and I will pass along commissioner access to whomever you all want. I also signed up to run, maintain, and expand this league as an enjoyable league, but am not particularly interested in a lot of social drama. We were told mid-season that this league would be ending at the end of the season. The number of managers has dropped, and participation has stalled to becoming nonexistent. Not a single journal entry from the season. So, I have offered to spend my time to build the league back up, increase the number of managers, and try to keep OASL and its history afloat. If that is not wanted then it's fine, but certainly do not call me a thief.

 
Stephen Williams Jnr
Laredo Heat


 
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Friday December 9th, 2022 - 06:50:23 PM GMT
Apologies Robin

Hadn't seen your email when posting the below - I'll leave you guys to figure all that out behind the scenes  but appreciate everyones effort in historically running the league and whomeever will be in charge going forward. 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Team Record
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Friday December 9th, 2022 - 01:18:47 PM GMT
DISGRACEFULL

Ok guys , this has come as a shock to me , I have been duped/dumped from OASL.
I had a mail in my inbox from Andrew back on 20/11 hence my post on blog , the same day.
I gave Andrew acess to Commish and Emailed him some basic info .

Since them 3 further emails with more info and NO response .

Emailed Mark a week ago about Andrew , >replied that Andrew had spoken to him several weeks previous ,had nothing since then .
On Sunday 4th , despite yet another email to Andrew ( no response) I posted on Blog that we would continue , and I woild get a new Commish.

This I did the next day getting 2 new players  and with Kar Wepenerl taking over as comish  with me as assistant .
Andrew appears back on the scene on 7/12 announcing he is taking over and now on 8/12 takes over , removes me from Commish ,Wham/Bam  job done .
 
Not happy to say the least , I have put alot of work (alongside David Blair) to keep this league going in memory of Dave Dowson.
Now Andrew has hijacked this league, nothing I can do !
Absolutely DISGRACEFUL

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
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468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

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1 League Titles
Friday December 9th, 2022 - 11:30:38 AM GMT
Long Live the New Commish

Andy, great to have you on board and cheers for taking on the reins! Looking forward to the new season. 

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Thursday December 8th, 2022 - 04:45:33 AM GMT
Off-Season

Hi all,

With the season completed, we will be in the offseason for about a month here to avoid trying to start up a new season during the holidays. Finalized dates still TBD, but I would imagine that pre-season will open up about two weeks before our first matchweek. I'm hoping that first matchweek will be in the first week of January, but I will post here once we have a firm date.

As for now I will be running the league as sole commisiioner, as I would like to ensure I understand the process myself and at my own pace. Please bear with me if a few processes are clunky in these first weeks/months here. So, if you have lost, say, front page permissions since the last time you logged in know that those can be easily restored going into the new season as we organize reviews, participation, etc.

As mentioned in my previous blog post, I will send out a survey later this week to get some feedback. If you want to provide your perspective, please try to log in to respond before about Dec. 17th or so. I hope to have those surveys out by this Friday night at the latest.

Once that is out, I will put in some work to refresh the front page, begin recruitment, and work on the structure of the season. I will be posting all proposed structural/rule changes here to the blog, and will welcome feedback on them. 

Speaking of recruitment, please reach out to SEA by inbox if you know of anyone that may want to take over a team. One big task on the to-do list is to figure out how to restart a team that has sat idle for an entire season and make it at least playable, so know that we won't leave new players to struggle their way in with non-functional teams. TBD on details at this stage, however. I am planning to pass along SEA to a new manager if we can find one, as I would prefer to take one of the worse sides for myself. But, that will not happen overnight, so feel free to message SEA inbox in the meantime.

I think that's plenty too long of a post for now, so I will end my ramble and keep updates coming from here.

Thanks for being willing to continue with OASL for the coming season! I am excited that so many managers are interested in keeping with the league.

-Andy

 
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Wednesday December 7th, 2022 - 06:53:29 PM GMT
Trade: HOU - CHA

HOU sends 200k to CHA for 2 CP

 
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Wednesday December 7th, 2022 - 04:03:03 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 40:
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #4: 1 CP (wWd)
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #3: 1 TP (wDw)
Carolina Dynamo - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWd)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Wednesday December 7th, 2022 - 02:12:38 PM GMT
Next Season

Hi all! I'm planning to take over as commissioner this coming season, which will start around the week after Christmas or just into the new year. Currently learning the ropes, but should have a timeline planned out by late this week.

 

Posting this from my youth team account, as I have been locked out of my primary account, but as soon as I have that sorted we can move onto important next steps.

 

Several key decisions to be made, so I will send out some questions this week to get a pulse of how managers think about the current state of OASL. Optional to respond, but any feedback will go a long way to helping us make this this league enjoyable.

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday December 4th, 2022 - 04:29:41 PM GMT
LAST GAME of Season

OK guys last game coming up , unfortunately not had confirmation from our possible new Commish , so not sure what is happening..

I will be plod on with preparation for next season  which  WILL START  shortly after xmas , and hopefully you will have a new Commish with me as assistant.

Just chk in occasionally over next 2 weeks ,for any update on the Blog . Do make plans as to who to move FWD from yth and who needs to be dumped , BUT dont make any changes yourself ,

Robin

 
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Sunday December 4th, 2022 - 04:03:52 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 39:
Colorado Rapids - MVP #5: 25k (DwW)
Roxborough Indians S.C. - MVP #4: 1 CP (wWw)
Langley F.C. - MVP #6: 25k (WWw)

 
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Wednesday November 30th, 2022 - 04:05:16 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 38:
Philadelphia Union - MVP #4: 1 CP (Www)
Seattle Sounders - MVP #9: 25k (WwW)
KC Athletics - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday November 27th, 2022 - 06:03:38 PM GMT
NEW SEASON

Currently we have 11 teams going fwd into next season , I am still trying to recruit new players into the league , and hope you guys can do the same..We have several established teams available for new players.

Sadly Phil McIntosh has decided to to leave the game , hardly surprising as he has been around since early 1900.

Back in the early days when we used zip files to send our orders to the commish ,then eagerly await that zip file coming back with our results. Phil ,aka  Leagle beagle/filip/ Supermac was very prominent in our 1 league  MSWL , so has seen many changes over the years >he will be missed.

 
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Sunday November 27th, 2022 - 04:04:47 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 37:
Rochester Rhinos - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWd)
North Sound Seawolves - MVP #3: 1 TP (wDw)

 
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Wednesday November 23rd, 2022 - 04:05:39 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 36:
Colorado Rapids - MVP #4: 1 CP (WdW)
Roxborough Indians S.C. - MVP #3: 1 TP (DwW)
Langley F.C. - MVP #5: 25k (WwW)
Colorado Ice White - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wdW)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday November 20th, 2022 - 06:47:49 PM GMT
HOLD THE FRONT PAGE !

Looks like you may have a NEW Commish for next season , an existing manager has stepped Fwd  with an offer !

Yet to be 100% confirmed, the signs are good , and we have 10 confirmed for next season, so far ,

 
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Sunday November 20th, 2022 - 04:03:27 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 35:
Seattle Sounders - MVP #8: 25k (WwW)
Philadelphia Union - MVP #3: 1 TP (DwW)
Savannah Celtic FC - MVP #3: 1 TP (wdW)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday November 17th, 2022 - 12:09:41 PM GMT
NEW POLL

Please vote on new poll , I need to know the numbers.

Do you want to continue playing if I can keep league going, ?

Not much point if only 6 or 7 of you ...LOL

 

 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Tuesday November 15th, 2022 - 03:46:19 PM GMT
Possible

Fingers crossed ,possibly might have an old friend Bill help me out with commish work next season !

Have to go through all backroom stuff with him ...!!...see what he thinks.

 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday November 13th, 2022 - 09:17:38 PM GMT
THANKS

Just to say THANKS guys for making the effort to finish the season .

Just 7 games left befor we go off into the sunset and hang our boots up   :)

 
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Sunday November 13th, 2022 - 04:04:01 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 33:
Langley F.C. - MVP #4: 1 CP (wWW)

 
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Wednesday November 9th, 2022 - 04:04:14 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 32:
Seattle Sounders - MVP #7: 25k (wWw)
Chivas USA - MVP #5: 25k (WwW)
Colorado Ice White - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
Gananda Bandits S.C. - MVP #4: 1 CP (WwW)

 
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Wednesday November 2nd, 2022 - 04:04:07 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 30:
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (dWw)
Carolina Dynamo - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
Savannah Celtic FC - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWD)

 
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Sunday October 30th, 2022 - 04:03:23 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 29:
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWW)
Philadelphia Union - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (dWw)
Vancouver Whitecaps - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (DWw)
Seattle Sounders - MVP #6: 25k (dWw)
North Sound Seawolves - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)

 
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Wednesday October 26th, 2022 - 04:04:33 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 28:
De Anza Force S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Wwd)
Gananda Bandits S.C. - MVP #3: 1 TP (WdW)

 
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Sunday October 23rd, 2022 - 04:03:15 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 27:
Miami FC - MVP #5: 25k (wWd)
Red Force FC - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wDw)
Langley F.C. - MVP #3: 1 TP (Www)

 
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Wednesday October 19th, 2022 - 04:02:37 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 26:
Philadelphia Union - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
Seattle Sounders - MVP #5: 25k (WwW)

 
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Sunday October 16th, 2022 - 04:03:22 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 25:
Charleston Battery - MVP #3: 1 TP (WwD)
Colorado Rapids - MVP #3: 1 TP (Wwd)
Laredo Heat - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)

 
Commissioner
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Wednesday October 12th, 2022 - 04:02:54 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 24:
Vancouver Whitecaps - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
Chivas USA - MVP #4: 1 CP (wWw)
Langley F.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)

 
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Monday October 10th, 2022 - 07:07:56 PM GMT
Physio Boost

The following teams receive Physio Boost through :
VAN(-80)

 
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Sunday October 9th, 2022 - 04:03:02 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 23:
Miami FC - MVP #4: 1 CP (DwW)
Roxborough Indians S.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWw)
Gananda Bandits S.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)

 
Commissioner
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Wednesday October 5th, 2022 - 04:02:54 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 22:
Carolina Dynamo - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wwD)
Seattle Sounders - MVP #4: 1 CP (WwW)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday October 2nd, 2022 - 09:43:14 PM GMT
Magic Sponge

Van request physio boost for  Rhett Bernstein

 
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Sunday October 2nd, 2022 - 04:02:18 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 21:
Rochester Rhinos - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday September 29th, 2022 - 06:08:42 PM GMT
UPDATE

I have changed the schedule on order to try to finish before xmas.

From oct 9th you will play 2 matches on Wed and 2 on Sunday.

 
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Wednesday September 28th, 2022 - 04:01:04 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 20:
Savannah Celtic FC - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday September 25th, 2022 - 09:05:20 PM GMT
Mid season

I pushed the button ....https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oJDGcxAf9D8

 
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Sunday September 25th, 2022 - 04:02:52 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 19:
Charleston Battery - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Wednesday September 21st, 2022 - 11:36:25 PM GMT
Future of OASL

Anyone around to save this strand of the game we love? 

If this strand falls, what next? 

A lot of good people have spent a lot of time to get the dynamics of Oasl in great shape.

Also, Laredo Heat might finally be half decent. 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday September 21st, 2022 - 07:36:00 PM GMT
END OF OASL

Announcing that I will be closing down OASL at the end of the season .

There will be no Yth Cup this season and I will be removing the AS cup also .

Robin

 
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Wednesday September 21st, 2022 - 04:01:25 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 18:
Laredo Heat - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wDw)
Gananda Bandits S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wwD)

 
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Sunday September 18th, 2022 - 04:02:39 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 17:
Colorado Rapids - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
Miami FC - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWW)

 
Commissioner
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Wednesday September 14th, 2022 - 04:08:17 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 16:
North Sound Seawolves - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
Seattle Sounders - MVP #3: 1 TP (WWw)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday September 14th, 2022 - 12:07:44 AM GMT
Auction

Please note do NOT bid on 9/0 GK ...you get nothing .

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Tuesday September 13th, 2022 - 02:05:07 PM GMT
AS CUP

Similar to DD shield ,

round 1

Carolina railhawks  v   Chivas USA

Miami FC   v  San hose Earthquakes

Kansas City wizzards   v  D C Untd

Atlanta Silverbacks    v   Rochester Rhinos
............................................................................................................

Vancouver Whitecaps   v   Colorado Rapids

Minisota Thunder   v     Charlston Battery                

Philadelphia Union     v   Columbus Crew

Seattle Sounders    v   Houston Dynamo

Talking of next season IF THERE IS ONE ! 

2 major problems ..1.managers   2. me

1. Managers> we can not afford to lose any more managers > we need to get new ones asap.

2. Me > I need replacing . sadly we lost Dave , then came David ,now retired and now me .All 3 of us were born in mid to late 40's  so all pushing the boundaries ;so to speak .!  you guys need a replacement for me ,if I go the league will END, there is nobody to take over. Not asking for anybody to take over now,but you do need somebody who can step up and jump in . NOT possible if person has not got experience,and Mark will certainly not have time to train or run the league himself.

 

 

 
Commissioner
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Sunday September 11th, 2022 - 04:05:19 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 15:
Rochester Rhinos - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday September 7th, 2022 - 12:59:46 AM GMT
Fixtures

Hope to complete the rest of fixtures next week , trying to work out how to fit in AS cup & Yth cup !

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Tuesday September 6th, 2022 - 12:50:25 AM GMT
League/Cup Reviewer

The following teams receive League/Cup Reviewer through :
PHI(50)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday September 2nd, 2022 - 11:41:41 PM GMT
Auction

Many thanks to Mark for sorting our problem ,seems he got some inspirational assistance from DAVE .

 
Robin Dewar
COMMISH


 

Friday September 2nd, 2022 - 09:35:18 PM GMT
Auction 1 completed

4 deleted teams caused system failures as Olmec was finding players from teams Real Salt Lake, New England, Fall River & Utah Surf but no corresponding team ID.

All sorted manually at last.

As you were.
Mark.

.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Thursday September 1st, 2022 - 04:30:00 PM GMT
Auction Thursday?

It appears to have not run yesterday, but still shows that date and time as scheduled

 
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Wednesday August 31st, 2022 - 04:06:14 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 12:
Carson City Kickers - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (DwW)
Langley F.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
Roxborough Indians S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
KC Athletics - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWw)
Seattle Sounders - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWW)
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)
Chivas USA - MVP #3: 1 TP (WdW)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday August 29th, 2022 - 12:09:33 AM GMT
AUCTION WEDNESDAY

Reminder DO NOT BID ON LOTS 6 & 7 , they will not count .

 
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Commissioner


 

Sunday August 28th, 2022 - 04:04:04 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 11:
Houston Dynamo - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)

 
Andy Shaw Jnr
De Anza Force S.C.


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
202 - 127 - 175 (0.527)
Wednesday August 24th, 2022 - 02:16:04 PM GMT
2nd round of youth games today

Get those line ups in.

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday August 18th, 2022 - 10:37:29 PM GMT
SAY what you feel .

Let us have something different , let out some frustrations , things you hate/dislike ..Top 5
50k for each posting > send to my Mail Box.

Eg. not mine but give you an idea.

1. Hate Ox Tail soup , despite having no tails in the soup, it is that thick ,you can stand your spoon in it.
2. dislike Filip Mcintosh always picks on me ,never lets me win.
3. Hate Speed Bumps , always scrape the Bttm of my car.
etc
etc

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday August 17th, 2022 - 07:17:45 PM GMT
[SPOILER] DD SHIELD

 Seattle Sounders    Atlanta Silverbacks
 Miami FC                Houston Dynamo
Carolina RailHawks  Charleston Battery
 Chivas USA    San Jose Earthquakes

To be played
WED 31st

 
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Wednesday August 17th, 2022 - 04:06:14 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 8:
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wDW)
Miami FC - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wdW)
Chivas USA - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wdW)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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Wednesday August 17th, 2022 - 03:22:19 PM GMT
Thanks Andy!

I hadn't noticed at all! I appreciate the heads up.

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
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424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

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Wednesday August 17th, 2022 - 02:46:38 PM GMT
Youth matches today.

First youth games are today so remember to get those line ups in.

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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Sunday August 14th, 2022 - 12:55:03 AM GMT
DD Shield

Top 4 in each section to qualify .

Next round  1 vs  4,,,,,,, 2 vs 3,

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday August 10th, 2022 - 06:38:09 PM GMT
Vacant teams

Some bizarre stats against the vacant teams so far this season.

Seattle have scored 3 goals on 25 attempts (21 shots and 4 offside) against passive, vacant teams.

The vacant teams have scored 3 goals on 3 attempts

 
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Wednesday August 10th, 2022 - 04:11:06 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 6:
Colorado Rapids - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Wdw)

 
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Sunday August 7th, 2022 - 06:05:28 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 5:
Miami FC - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWD)
Charleston Battery - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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Thursday August 4th, 2022 - 06:12:36 PM GMT
9/3

!st comment is correct .

My opinion the league is too small to offer OTF up for sale , will go very cheaply .

Somewhat unfair on managers who have used CP to build up their OTF.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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Thursday August 4th, 2022 - 12:59:00 PM GMT
9/3s

Am I correct to understand that as meaning that OTF will no longer be up for sale in auctions? Or is there something wrong with them in this auction in particular?

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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Thursday August 4th, 2022 - 01:30:37 AM GMT
Getting there

Schedule now done for Di1 & Yth up to end of Sept.

Have to now work out schedule to finsh this season by end of DEC .

AUCTION >. DO NOT BID on 9/3  lots , bids will NOT count .

 
Phil McIntosh
Rochester Rhinos


 
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Wednesday August 3rd, 2022 - 09:57:49 PM GMT
Quality GK 4 Sale

I am looking to move a GK, 4/25 Hardman or 2/24 Rose. And, hey, I might even be persuaded to deal Nick Bolton, 1/20 GK, if the price is right. Reasonable offers will get this deal done pronto. Unreasonable offers will get a snicker or an eye roll. BUT, please make an offer. One guy came by early season offering a half a sack of grain and a sickly looking rooster. Not enough to move the needle. Please call if this suits your needs. I can be your best friend!

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
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408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Monday August 1st, 2022 - 01:06:38 AM GMT
Vacant Teams

I didn't realise they were vacant teams. Maybe a vacant team could win the league 😀

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Sunday July 31st, 2022 - 06:48:33 PM GMT
VACANT

Vacant my arse , I just lost to Dc . Demand a recount , stats do not lie , yes they do , only got 1 friggin shot.

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
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Sunday July 31st, 2022 - 04:32:19 PM GMT
Vacant

You'll be waiting a while Paul

All three of those teams are currently manager less.

They're still good teams and will play their best available lineup in a 442 format playing passively

Early season they're getting some draws but unless someone takes over they'll start to lose more without CP getting applied

 
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Sunday July 31st, 2022 - 04:06:44 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 3:
Chivas USA - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Wwd)
Seattle Sounders - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
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408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Sunday July 31st, 2022 - 04:05:58 PM GMT
3 to go for Full House

Only MIN, DC and CLB to make it a full house. 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Thursday July 28th, 2022 - 11:03:44 PM GMT
Back to Work

Looks like I need to get back to work , all seems to be working OK now , so I need to get on with scheduling a few more games . Will do that over the next few days.

 
David Campbell
Charleston Battery


 
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Thursday July 28th, 2022 - 11:35:00 AM GMT
Back on track?

Thanks Al, Mark and Robin. 

Looked a bit ropey there for a few days! :) 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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Tuesday July 26th, 2022 - 10:53:48 AM GMT
Next Match.

Firstly a BIG THANKS to Al & Mark for sorting out our matches and get them up and running .

I might now have caused a problem (we shall see) as I have moved the next match back 24 hrs to give everybody a chance to get lineups in .

Hope it works.

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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Monday July 25th, 2022 - 03:06:29 PM GMT
Clueless

I am like the rest of you NO idea as to what is going on . Al & Mark are looking into the problem .

In the meantime I have deleted match 2 from the schedule.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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Monday July 25th, 2022 - 02:00:49 PM GMT
Completely stuck

Is there anything that needs to be done? Server reset? I assume it shows as stuck in pre-match trade block for everyone and not just me?

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
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424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

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1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday July 24th, 2022 - 07:45:13 PM GMT
Missing

Match 1 seems to have disappeared from the scoreboard. 

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
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408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Sunday July 24th, 2022 - 12:36:37 PM GMT
1st Game Today

A few teams to enter their teams for the 1st game in just over 4 hours. Good luck to everyone, except my opponents 😀

 
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Tuesday July 19th, 2022 - 04:23:05 PM GMT
Trade: MIA - VAN

MIA sends John McCarthy (4/25 GK), Justin Swanson (3/22 MF), Rhett Bernstein (3/22 DF) to VAN for Steve Evans (2/23 DM), Tom Wilson (2/22 DF)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Monday July 18th, 2022 - 01:41:24 AM GMT
ORDERS

Stout on its way Roy , Ena Sharples bringing it round for you  :)

hink we are ready to go , got 4 games scheduled so far , long process.

Anyway all chk you got everything, apart from that 40SL FW , so get your lineups in ,and good luck ..

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
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Saturday July 16th, 2022 - 08:24:13 PM GMT
Orders

No orders showing

But I'll have a stout if you're buying?

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Saturday July 16th, 2022 - 11:16:24 AM GMT
Error

Had to stop doing the fixtures as an Error kept coming up , with Philly having put in orders ?

Roy I need you to chk your orders , suspect they will be blank, so not a big issue , just needs watching .

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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Saturday July 16th, 2022 - 08:18:08 AM GMT
UPDATE

I think all is done with yth teams all squads now updated .

Got provisional start date for next sunday  with DD shield.  Bit of a problem with 14 teams , so I have included 2 of the vacant teams into the mix . > see DD tables

I will push on during the week and hope to have more matches scheduled soon .

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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Friday July 15th, 2022 - 05:28:26 PM GMT
NEW START

Not sure when we will start , but I will do my best .

We have 13 active managers , so I opted to go for 1 division . To balance up the numbers I kept MIN  in the mix.

They are a strong team and even at NMR they will be difficult to beat .

Also I have kept the non active teams , so we have ready made teams for the following season ,should we find any spare managers hanging around !!**

So tables are set , I need to reset all the DD stuff and sort out fixtures ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,!

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Wednesday July 13th, 2022 - 12:55:57 PM GMT
1 Division of 12

looks like we will be having 1 division of 12 .

.      Carolina RailHawks/FC Dallas/Portland Timbers /Columbus Crew/D.C. United         along with       Minnisota, will be removed on Friday .

So gives us 12 , so I think best just to have 1 division .

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
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Wednesday July 13th, 2022 - 01:20:16 AM GMT
BIB/Red Force players required

Just in case Simon missed the Blog entry, these are the youth players available to add to Red Force this season:

New Yth Players

These are your new yth players for next season .

You decide what position you want each player and a name .

To make things easier for me can you do them in order.

Eg,  John Smith  0'7 DF

Bill Browwn  0/7 MF..... etc

Mail to my inbox please


     *Miami FC     MIA RFC    0/7 0/7 0/7 0/6 1/13 1/12 1/12 1/12

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Tuesday July 12th, 2022 - 08:56:48 PM GMT
Heads up

Yes Simon you do  , but just to clarify my position . I am not wasting any more of my time in setting up a new season , and end up deleting it all .

I am doing nothing until deadline on Friday 15th has passed . As stated previously any team failing to do pre-season will be deleted.

If at that stage we have enough teams to run a league then I will crack on .

BTW still lookong for a new manager at MIN .

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
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Tuesday July 12th, 2022 - 07:10:20 PM GMT
New youth

Hello Robin,

I think I still need the list for new youth players.

 
Bryce Kalmbach
Atlanta Silverbacks


 
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416 - 268 - 399 (0.508)
Monday July 11th, 2022 - 07:32:14 PM GMT
Preseason ATL/SCF Done / ATL MPP

ATL and SCF (thanks Roy for the reminder about that) preseason done. Sorry about the lateness as well.

Could I also get Dave Collins 1/16 MF moved to DM?

Thanks so much!!!

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday July 11th, 2022 - 01:41:56 PM GMT
UPDATE

Getting close to magic12 . still 2 short in Div 1 and 5 in Div.2.

If we get to 12 I will start on  schedule for a new season .

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
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408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Monday July 11th, 2022 - 11:36:50 AM GMT
Pre-Season - CHV/CCK Done

Robin, 

All done now, apologies for the lateness of this. 

Paul 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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Saturday July 9th, 2022 - 11:36:42 PM GMT
DD tables

thanjs guys for trying , but all too late DD tables are gone, lost foever .

What I see behind the scene is NOT a perfect table . They play 2 matches each so the table I get is based on points . So you can WIN the cup , but in the tables if you have drawn 4 and lost none you can end up being 4/5 th in the tables , it is all a nonsense , and a mountain to climb to put everybody in the right place.

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
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483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Saturday July 9th, 2022 - 09:10:22 PM GMT
DD Final matches...

I looked in the history matches table and see this:

Match 15 COL 1, SEA 0

Match 15 MIN 1, NE 0

Match 17 COL 1, MIN 1

Match 17 SEA 1, NE 0

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Saturday July 9th, 2022 - 04:26:02 PM GMT
DD top 4

Roy's post has reminded me that SEA did lose to COL in the semifinal and then won the 3rd place match. I believe those payouts match my recollection of 1st-4th (COL, MIN, SEA, NE)

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
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397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Friday July 8th, 2022 - 08:55:24 PM GMT
Pre-season x 2

And don't forget there is a pre-season for both main and youth team

The youth team just needs to select a captain and has the option to buy 5 CP as well

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
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397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Friday July 8th, 2022 - 08:20:07 PM GMT
Questions

I don't know which cup last 4 is needed. David Blair posted this Blog entry towards the end of the season with financials for who fimished where - it shows the pay out for the last 4 in each of the cups. I hope it has the info you need Robin:

EARNINGS S28 League  DD Al Sellers Al Sellers  Youth  Total
  Placing Shield Cup Plate Cup Payout
Season 28 S28 S28 S28 S28 S28 S28
Atlanta Silverbacks 300         300
Minnesota Thunder 450 250   125   825
Colorado Rapids 280 400   75   755
Rochester Rhinos 210     200   410
Real Salt Lake 240         240
FC Dallas 200         200
Houston Dynamo 260   200     460
New England Revolution 350 125       475
Kansas City Wizards 850         850
Chivas USA 220     50   270
Carolina Railhawks 240   150     390
Philadelphia Union 260   100     360
Seattle Sounders 650 175 350     1175
D.C. United 220         220
San Jose Earthquakes 350         350
Columbus Crew 200         200
Charleston Battery 280         280
Vancouver Whitecaps 250         250
Miami FC 230         230
Portland Timbers 200         200

 
Stephen Williams Jnr
Laredo Heat


 
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208 - 85 - 197 (0.511)
Friday July 8th, 2022 - 09:29:24 AM GMT
Questions

Totally get where you're coming from Robin. I'm keen and ready to play, and will do preseason soon. Although, I did check earlier in the week and thought pre-season wasn't open yet but maybe I'm mistaken - clearly is now anyway. 

I didn't reply to the DD question because I never get to the final 4 of cups so tend not to pay attention that far in - althouogh if you'd asked about the AS cup I could have told you who made the final of that!

Appreciate all the hard work, Robin, hope others are ready to get stuck into the new season as well. 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday July 8th, 2022 - 01:35:40 AM GMT
Question

Why is Robin being so harsh  ?

This league is NOT like the other leagues; it is not fully autpmated like the others and takes a great deal of manual work (brain work) to put the whole thing together.
David , before me was a star put in countless hours of work , and no doubt Dave before him did the same .

With respect to them both I will do the same to keep the league going , but I need to know if you guys still have the same interest/desire to keep playing ,so I need you to make the effort to help me achieve that .

I have had to delete hours of work in setting up the new season and will now have to do it all over again .

Simply I need you to complete pre-season and yth managers to complete their list of missing players.

Next FRIDAY , 15th.is the deadline. I will DELETE any teams who have not done as requested and will review the situation then .

If we do not have enough teams to run the league (min. 12) then I will ask Mark to shut it down .

Robin

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday July 7th, 2022 - 05:58:20 PM GMT
RESTART

seems to be a lack of interest in this Game with nobody having any idea as to final 4 in DD shield , my tables were showing MIN as winners and the rest in a shambles ...DDshield has now been lost in history  !

Added to this still need 5 teams to provide list of yth players for new season .

Only 1 manager has done preseason .

As a result of this I have had to DELETE all the work I have done for the new season to start on Sunday .

No point in me preparing the start if you are not going to play .

So the season is on HOLD until all teams who are going to play complete pre-season .

It is alot of work for me as most of it has to be done manually , give me some help please otherwise league will end .

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
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408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Wednesday July 6th, 2022 - 04:02:46 PM GMT
HELP

Hi Robin, 

Sorry but i can't recall who the last 4/8 were in the DD Shield. 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday July 3rd, 2022 - 06:55:49 PM GMT
HELP

I need help with DD SHIELD .

I need to move tables into history , but what I am looking at makes NO sense .

If anybody knows the final 4/8 that would be a great help  and who finished where ?

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
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Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday July 3rd, 2022 - 04:27:36 PM GMT
Youth players

Youth players sent Robin. Thanks.

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday July 3rd, 2022 - 02:55:32 PM GMT
MOVING ON

Moving on from yth teams , the missings squads need to catch up later ..

Want to start next sunday with D.D>Shield,,so draw has been completed .

APhiladelphia Union
 Seattle Sounders
Miami FC
Chivas USA
San Jose Earthquakes
Charleston Battery    


B FC Dallas
 Kansas City Wizards
 Carolina RailHawks
Rochester Rhinos
Columbus Crew
Atlanta Silverbacks

C Colorado Rapids
 D.C. United
 Vancouver Whitecaps
 Houston Dynamo
Portland Timbers
Minnesota Thunder

In process of re-writing rules  but top 2 in each section + 2 next best progress to next round .

 

 
Craig Bucknall
FC Dallas


 
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Sunday July 3rd, 2022 - 11:10:16 AM GMT
Youth TDL

Also looks all present and correct

 
Andrew Foss-Grant Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
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186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Saturday July 2nd, 2022 - 07:41:10 PM GMT
NSS youth

All looks correct. Thanks, Robin!

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Saturday July 2nd, 2022 - 04:30:44 PM GMT
New Yth Players

Still waiting on  REB/WDP/ RFC/ DIS/DAF/GBS /SCF/GOG

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday July 1st, 2022 - 09:31:16 PM GMT
New Yth players

3 more done  KCA/CIW/NSS >, just waiting for the other 9

 
Andrew Foss-Grant Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
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186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Thursday June 30th, 2022 - 06:10:14 PM GMT
Youth players

Checking to make sure NSS players made it through on 6/27 via inbox. If I need to resend I'm happy to post or send whenever I am happy to

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday June 30th, 2022 - 05:56:44 PM GMT
New Yth players & Password

I had hoped to start around the 10th July , so do need to push on with adding these yth players., get them in to me please.

also noticed that some of you have some Monumental passwords !   if you would like something simpler mail my inbox.

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday June 29th, 2022 - 09:21:09 PM GMT
New Yth players

Added to MTS/ LFC

 
Paul Roseblade Jnr
Carson City Kickers


 
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192 - 121 - 183 (0.509)
Wednesday June 29th, 2022 - 08:29:05 PM GMT
CCK Youth

All good with the youth players at CCK. 

 
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Wednesday June 29th, 2022 - 07:30:12 PM GMT
Trade: MTS - POR

MTS sends John Wilson (1/15 DF), Barry Duke (1/19 MF), Lewis Butler (1/19 FW) to POR for 1k

 
Stephen Williams Jnr
Laredo Heat


 
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208 - 85 - 197 (0.511)
Wednesday June 29th, 2022 - 03:06:11 PM GMT
HOU

All good here

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday June 29th, 2022 - 02:40:39 PM GMT
UPDATE

These teams have had yth players added , please chk,

HOU LHT//CHV CCK// PHI RIS //CAR CDY

 
Andrew Foss-Grant Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
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186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Monday June 27th, 2022 - 06:24:05 PM GMT
Retiring

You can get down to 17 if you do them all in a row. That last player can be dropped before the system realizes you are at the minimum, but if you navigate away from the 'retire players' page it will no longer let you retire that last player

 
Andy Shaw Jnr
De Anza Force S.C.


 
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202 - 127 - 175 (0.527)
Monday June 27th, 2022 - 12:26:34 AM GMT
Youth team

Please get rid of Ballack thanks. 

 
Jason Dowson
Carolina RailHawks


 
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516 - 224 - 384 (0.559)
Sunday June 26th, 2022 - 09:12:51 PM GMT
CAR mpp

Nathan Ferguson to DM please

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday June 26th, 2022 - 08:08:16 PM GMT
YTH Team

Andy says "The system will only let you get your squad down to 18 players so you will need to add at least one in order or reduce further."

So if that is the case You will have to let me know Which final player you want me to remove.

 
Commissioner
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Sunday June 26th, 2022 - 08:04:17 PM GMT
Trade: CDY - CAR

CDY sends Matthew Dennis (1/18 DF), Josh Coulson (1/17 DF), Nathan Ferguson (1/18 MF) to CAR for 1k

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday June 26th, 2022 - 08:01:33 PM GMT
New Yth Players

These are your new yth players for next season .

You decide what position you want each player and a name .

To make things easier for me can you do them in order.

Eg,  John Smith  0'7 DF

Bill Browwn  0/7 MF..... etc

Mail to my inbox please

 

*Portland Timber    POR MTS 0/7 0/7 0/7 0/7 1/13 1/13 1/13 1/12
    *Columbus Crew    CLB REB  0/7 0/7 0/7 0/7 1/13 1/13 1/12 1/12
    *D.C. United      DC WDP 0/7 0/7 0/7 0/6 1/13 1/13 1/12 1/12
     *Miami FC     MIA RFC    0/7 0/7 0/7 0/6 1/13 1/12 1/12 1/12
    *Carolina RailHawks CAR CDY 0/7 0/7 0/6 0/6 1/13 1/12 1/12 1/12
       VAN        VAN LFC  0/7 0/7 0/6 0/6 1/12 1/12 1/12 1/12
    *Philadelphia Union  PHI RIS    0/7 0/6 0/6 0/6 1/12 1/12 1/12 1/12
    *Charleston Battery CHA DIS  0/7 0/6 0/6 0/6 1/12 1/12 1/12  
    *FC Dallas    DAL TDL    0/6 0/6 0/6 0/6 1/12 1/12 1/12 1/11
    *San Jose EarthquakesSJDAF  0/6 0/6 0/6 0/6 1/12 1/12 1/11 1/11
    * Seattle Sounders      SEA NSS 0/6 0/6 0/6 0/5 1/12 1/12 1/11 1/11
    *Rochester Rhinos      ROC GBS  0/6 0/6 0/6 0/5 1/12 1/11 1/11 1/11
    *Chivas USA      CHV CCK  0/6 0/6 0/5 0/5 1/12 1/11 1/11 1/11     
    *Houston Dynamo       HOU LHT  0/6 0/6 0/5 0/5 1/11 1/11 1/11 1/11
     *Colorado Rapids      COL CIW 0/6 0/5 0/5 0/5 1/11 1/11 1/11 1/11,
     *Atlanta SilverbacksATL SCF    0/6 0/5 0/5 0/5 1/11 1/11 1/11 1/10
    *Minnesota Thunder MIN GOG 0/5 0/5 0/5 0/5 1/11 1/11 1/11 1/10
    *Kansas City Wizards  KC KCA  0/5 0/5 0/5 0/5 1/11 1/11 1/10 1/10

 
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Sunday June 26th, 2022 - 08:00:31 PM GMT
Trade: CDY - CAR

CDY sends Rhys Murphy (0/18 FW) to CAR for 1k

 
Phil McIntosh
Rochester Rhinos


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
2 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday June 26th, 2022 - 05:05:13 AM GMT
ROC MPP

Johnson downgraded to DF, please.

Wharton becomes SD.

THANK YOU!

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday June 26th, 2022 - 02:50:25 AM GMT
MOVING ON

Will do ageing 2 day , and later be sending out  New 8 players for yth teams .

You will need space in your yth team for these new 8 players so make sure  you have no more than 17 .

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Saturday June 25th, 2022 - 09:38:30 PM GMT
CHV MPP Upgrade

Can I please have FW Robin Root to MA please

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Saturday June 25th, 2022 - 03:59:02 PM GMT
MPP upgrade

Christensen to SD thanks 

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Thursday June 23rd, 2022 - 09:13:51 PM GMT
Age 0 to MPP

Could I please have MF Ashton Hopper upgraded to MA? Thanks very much

 
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Thursday June 23rd, 2022 - 04:55:40 PM GMT
Trade: GOG - MIN

GOG sends Wet Wipes (0/17 DF), Dick Harris (0/17 MF), Abel Brown (0/16 FW) to MIN for 1k

 
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Thursday June 23rd, 2022 - 04:17:48 PM GMT
Trade: CCK - CHV

CCK sends Robin Root (0/18 FW) to CHV for 1k

 
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Thursday June 23rd, 2022 - 04:17:42 PM GMT
Trade: CCK - CHV

CCK sends Harry Holly (0/17 DF), Holly Wreath (0/17 DF), Alan Hawthorne (0/17 MF) to CHV for 1k

 
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Wednesday June 22nd, 2022 - 05:32:59 PM GMT
Trade: DAF - SJ

DAF sends Didier Drogba (0/19 FW) to SJ for 1k

 
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Wednesday June 22nd, 2022 - 05:32:46 PM GMT
Trade: DAF - SJ

DAF sends Mark Schwarzer (0/18 GK), Andreas Christensen (0/18 DF), Mateo Kovacic (0/18 MF) to SJ for 1k

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday June 22nd, 2022 - 10:49:10 AM GMT
Ageing & New yth players

Will be doing this ASAP , just waiting on Mount Tabor/De Anza/Carson City/Carolina Dynamo to promote yth players.

 
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Wednesday June 22nd, 2022 - 12:10:55 AM GMT
Trade: SCF - ATL

SCF sends Juan Bernhardt (0/17 FW) to ATL for 1k

 
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Wednesday June 22nd, 2022 - 12:10:48 AM GMT
Trade: SCF - ATL

SCF sends Skip Jutze (0/16 GK), Dave Collins (0/16 MF), Carlos Lopez (0/16 MF) to ATL for 1k

 
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Tuesday June 21st, 2022 - 09:27:32 PM GMT
Trade: RFC - MIA

RFC sends Wilfid Miles (0/19 MF) to MIA for 1k

 
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Tuesday June 21st, 2022 - 09:27:28 PM GMT
Trade: RFC - MIA

RFC sends Ervin Pena (0/19 GK), Leon Saunders (0/19 SW), Neal Down (0/19 MF) to MIA for 1k

 
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Monday June 20th, 2022 - 10:04:47 PM GMT
Trade: DIS - CHA

DIS sends Craig Kelly (0/19 FW) to CHA for 1k

 
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Monday June 20th, 2022 - 10:04:44 PM GMT
Trade: DIS - CHA

DIS sends Johnathan Sullivan (0/19 SW), Armin Turkovic (0/18 DF), Michael Hamilton (0/19 MF) to CHA for 1k

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday June 20th, 2022 - 12:22:39 PM GMT
UP/Downgrading

Yes you get to upgrade one of your age 0 players to MPP.

If you already have 5 then you will need to downgrade 1. Blog here or mail my inbox.

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Monday June 20th, 2022 - 10:31:07 AM GMT
Youth trading

Done - how do we go about repositioning some of our new players to multi-pos and some of our oldies to single-pos?

 
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Monday June 20th, 2022 - 09:30:12 AM GMT
Trade: LHT - HOU

LHT sends Chris John (0/17 FW) to HOU for 1k

 
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Monday June 20th, 2022 - 09:30:10 AM GMT
Trade: LHT - HOU

LHT sends Em Appleford (0/17 SW), PJ Peerun (0/17 DF), Martin Chew (0/17 MF) to HOU for 1k

 
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Monday June 20th, 2022 - 12:51:10 AM GMT
Trade: RIS - PHI

RIS sends 1k, Alvas Powell (0/17 DF) to PHI for

 
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Monday June 20th, 2022 - 12:51:00 AM GMT
Trade: RIS - PHI

RIS sends 1k, Roman Yamechuk (0/18 WG) to PHI for

 
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Monday June 20th, 2022 - 12:50:54 AM GMT
Trade: RIS - PHI

RIS sends 1k, Quinn Sullivan (0/18 WG) to PHI for

 
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Monday June 20th, 2022 - 12:50:50 AM GMT
Trade: RIS - PHI

RIS sends 1k, Helton Liete (0/18 GK) to PHI for

 
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Sunday June 19th, 2022 - 08:52:00 PM GMT
Trade: WDP - DC

WDP sends Ollie Watkins (0/18 FW) to DC for 1k

 
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Sunday June 19th, 2022 - 08:49:03 PM GMT
Trade: WDP - DC

WDP sends Billy McNeil (0/18 DF), Matt Cash (0/18 DF), John McGinn (0/18 MF) to DC for 1k

 
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Sunday June 19th, 2022 - 06:54:31 PM GMT
Trade: TDL - DAL

TDL sends Osa Odigizhuwa (0/15 DF), Kelvin Joseph (0/16 MF), Micah Parsons (0/14 FW) to DAL for 1k

 
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Sunday June 19th, 2022 - 02:14:45 PM GMT
Trade: GBS - ROC

GBS sends Tershawn Wharton (0/16 SW) to ROC for 1k

 
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Sunday June 19th, 2022 - 02:14:38 PM GMT
Trade: GBS - ROC

GBS sends Nick Bolton (0/18 GK), Michael Burton (0/18 MF), Dan Sorensen (0/17 DF) to ROC for 1k

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday June 19th, 2022 - 01:43:59 PM GMT
Yth trading

just a thought for the rest of you .Save me some time if you did this transf. yourselves.

1. Go to youth team ,then transactions./make a trade/with you 1st team /list 3 players offer for 1k/.repeat with 4th player.
2. Go to 1st team ,make sure you have enough room for players> accept trades.

 
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Sunday June 19th, 2022 - 01:26:56 PM GMT
Trade: SEA - NSS

SEA sends  to NSS for Duncan McEachern (0/18 WG)

 
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Sunday June 19th, 2022 - 01:26:37 PM GMT
Trade: SEA - NSS

SEA sends  to NSS for Vilmos Csintalan (0/18 GK), Ragnar Gunnarsson (0/18 DF), Ashton Hopper (0/18 MF)

 
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Sunday June 19th, 2022 - 08:21:40 AM GMT
Trade: KCA - KC

KCA sends Bo Bobby (0/17 FW) to KC for 1k

 
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Sunday June 19th, 2022 - 08:21:34 AM GMT
Trade: KCA - KC

KCA sends Julie John (0/18 GK), Demi David (0/17 DF), Erica Evan (0/17 WG) to KC for 1k

 
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Sunday June 19th, 2022 - 07:42:33 AM GMT
Trade: CIW - COL

CIW sends Emanuel Aiwu (0/16 DF), Alexander Kofler (0/17 GK), Julian Baumgartlinger (0/16 MF) to COL for 1k

 
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Sunday June 19th, 2022 - 07:42:26 AM GMT
Trade: CIW - COL

CIW sends Albert Vallci (0/17 DF) to COL for 1k

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday June 19th, 2022 - 01:23:05 AM GMT
UPDATE

For those of you that have mailed me I have Offered your yth players to your 1st team .

Make sure you have space in your squad , then accept the trade .

 
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Sunday June 19th, 2022 - 12:50:57 AM GMT
Trade: REB - CLB

REB sends Andrew McCracken (0/14 FW) to CLB for 1k

 
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Sunday June 19th, 2022 - 12:50:51 AM GMT
Trade: REB - CLB

REB sends Tim Esposito (0/19 GK), James Pendleton (0/19 SW), Kevin Lorenzen (0/18 DF) to CLB for 1k

 
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Sunday June 19th, 2022 - 12:19:45 AM GMT
Trade: LFC - VAN

LFC sends Joey Barton (0/19 MF), Jack Cork (0/16 MF), Kevin Long (0/9 MF) to VAN for 1k

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday June 17th, 2022 - 02:39:51 PM GMT
NODDING

Ok guys I am nodding > need info to MY inbox only please .

You can promote min of 2 age 0 and max 4 age 0.
Depending on how many you promote , I need room to put the new players in , so if you need to....> get rid of some donkeys

Example ;
Langley > Van  Joey Barton     MF 0/19    ..Jack Cork  MF 0/16

I will do ageing once I have completed this part , then we can add your new yth players.

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday June 16th, 2022 - 03:02:53 PM GMT
UPDATE 2

Going to go with  18 teams , as we have 17 , and hopefully you guys can find ONE more .

 

PS > I have not nodded yet

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday June 15th, 2022 - 01:30:40 PM GMT
UPDATE

WE currently have 17 active managers , IF we can find 3 more we can go same as last season .

Teams available are quite good so can be tempting . For those of you in Sanc or Cecil  ask around see if anybody there wants to try out OASL > get 2 teams here !

Talking of 2 teams , need to prepare yth> snr . So start thinking/preparing how many of age 0 players you going to promote min 2 max 4 ,remember in a few days time they will be age 1.

Who you are going to remove from 1st team  and yth team .DO nothing now just prepare , wait for me to NOD ! . that means go .

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Tuesday June 14th, 2022 - 04:55:37 PM GMT
POLL

Up to 17 managers now , if you want to re-vote use your yth team ,

OTHER: could be run with 10 if we get 18 pre season . Paul also came up with a good idea ;if we do find a new manager and have no vacancies > let him run one of the yth teams !

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Tuesday June 14th, 2022 - 03:36:22 PM GMT
Clone Robin

Maybe we should all have a clone so no NMR's are seen in the game :)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Tuesday June 14th, 2022 - 11:56:43 AM GMT
SECURITY PROBLEM

When I came to the site this morning, i discovered that I had loged on at 7.54am , > unfortunately that was NOT me.

I have taken the precaution of changing my password and hope that works. I do not know what the purpose of the infiltrator was and find nothing wrong at present !

To quote the famous words of Idiot Boris on March 3rd 20/20 "No panic, we are not going to do anything, wash your hands"

I say Panic , get you guns out from under the bed and if you see Boris > shoot him ,he is dangerous mass murderer

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday June 13th, 2022 - 06:46:01 PM GMT
NEW SEASON

Decisions  needed see new poll.

Down to 16 teams  (vacant teams are open for team swap) so various options open .

Run 1 division of 16

Run 2 divisons of 8

run 2 divisions of 9 ( in the hope that we can get 2 more players)

Run 2 divisions of 10 (in the hope we get 4 new players> bit of a long shot ! )

 

robin

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Monday June 13th, 2022 - 01:51:15 PM GMT
Thanks!

Thanks, David, for the many seasons of hard work! It is much appreciated.

 

And a well played final, Stephen

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Friday June 10th, 2022 - 03:47:43 PM GMT
Farewell

A farewell to all those managers who are leaving at the end of this season. Hopefully we will see you back again in the future. 

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Friday June 10th, 2022 - 03:47:01 PM GMT
David Blair

Thanks to David for his years of services on OASL. Helped me many times. Till we meet again :)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday June 10th, 2022 - 11:51:47 AM GMT
NEW MANAGERS REQUIRED

Looks like we are losing 3 pre-season .

David/Steve/ & Tim (nmr so many times) , so down to 17 .

If you have any Friends /relatives/ work mates  , who will give it a try , please get them to join .

Robin

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Thursday June 9th, 2022 - 04:35:54 PM GMT
Leaving

I've decided that this is my last season in OASL.

IF this league does close and you don't play elsewhere I recommend SFLSL which needs a manager or two. I'm still playing there.

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Thursday June 9th, 2022 - 10:45:17 AM GMT
[SPOILER] Cup Final

Eugh. Robbed! Well played Andrew. 

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

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1 League Titles
Thursday June 9th, 2022 - 08:57:01 AM GMT
Thanks

Thanks Robin, needing time to run my local bowling club so the end of the season came at a good time for me.

Am quite sure the rest of the lads will give you a full support, and I am leaving a fairly good MIN team - get in first for them... 

Will see a few of you lads around, just closer to autumn/winter once the bowling has finished.. 👍👍

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday June 9th, 2022 - 08:23:39 AM GMT
DAVID BLAIR

Please Be UPSTANDING for DB as he finishes off his work here and hangs his boots up for last time .

His other comitments means he will not be with us any more so it is a big loss for us at OASL .

THANK YOU DAVID .

 
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Wednesday June 8th, 2022 - 07:28:32 PM GMT
Awards

The following teams receive Awards through 8th June - Senior teams' earnings for current season....:
CAR(390) CHA(280) CHV(270) COL(755) CLB(200) DC(220) DAL(200) HOU(460) KC(850) MIA(230) MIN(825) NE(475) PHI(360) POR(200) RSL(240) ROC(410) SJ(350) SEA(1175) VAN(250)

 
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Wednesday June 8th, 2022 - 07:24:09 PM GMT
Awards

The following teams receive Awards through :
ATL(300)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Wednesday June 8th, 2022 - 07:23:49 PM GMT
Senior Teams' earnings

Table below shows the leaguer and cup earnings for the senior teams - will be added inside 10 minutes...

Cup Final played 25 minutes ago - watch it on the viewer - no spoiler here!!  :-)

EARNINGS S28 League  DD Al Sellers Al Sellers  Youth  Total
  Placing Shield Cup Plate Cup Payout
Season 28 S28 S28 S28 S28 S28 S28
Atlanta Silverbacks 300         300
Minnesota Thunder 450 250   125   825
Colorado Rapids 280 400   75   755
Rochester Rhinos 210     200   410
Real Salt Lake 240         240
FC Dallas 200         200
Houston Dynamo 260   200     460
New England Revolution 350 125       475
Kansas City Wizards 850         850
Chivas USA 220     50   270
Carolina Railhawks 240   150     390
Philadelphia Union 260   100     360
Seattle Sounders 650 175 350     1175
D.C. United 220         220
San Jose Earthquakes 350         350
Columbus Crew 200         200
Charleston Battery 280         280
Vancouver Whitecaps 250         250
Miami FC 230         230
Portland Timbers 200         200

 
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Wednesday June 8th, 2022 - 07:20:33 PM GMT
Awards

The following teams receive Awards through 8th June - payment for 1st half of season as League Reviewer - missed at MSA....:
PHI(250)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Wednesday June 8th, 2022 - 04:22:43 PM GMT
Playoffs

Will confess I thought there were going to be playoffs as in previous seasons, and reserved a session number and date for them, but Robin informed me there was not to be playoffs, and he is the Commish. 

I believe he plans some rule changes for next season, and likely this one will be one of them to be updated..🤔🤔

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Wednesday June 8th, 2022 - 04:05:22 PM GMT
One Up?

And does that mean San Jose aren't promoted either?

The rules were amended to say no playoffs but it says 2 relegated and 2 promoted despite what the tables look like.

 
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Wednesday June 8th, 2022 - 02:21:01 PM GMT
Awards

The following teams receive Awards through 8th June - Craig's Participation Officer payment....:
DAL(150)

 
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Wednesday June 8th, 2022 - 02:19:16 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 8th June - Rob's Divisional reviews - 2nd half season payment....:
PHI(350)

 
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Wednesday June 8th, 2022 - 02:17:18 PM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through 8th June - half youth balances to senior teams....:
ATL(812) CDY(-1001) CAR(1001) CCK(-737) CHA(741) CHV(737) CIW(-949) COL(949) CLB(935) REB(-935) DC(1021) DIS(-741) DAF(-1123) FRR(-954) DAL(1020) GBS(-693) GOG(-798) HOU(777) KC(926) KCA(-926) LFC(-1535) LHT(-777) MIA(753) MIN(798) MTS(-921) NE(954) NSS(-1021) PHI(1128) POR(921) RSL(983) RFC(-753) ROC(693) RIS(-1128) SJ(1123) SCF(-812) SEA(1021) TDL(-1020) USB(-983) VAN(1535) WDP(-1021)

 
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Wednesday June 8th, 2022 - 01:59:54 PM GMT
Awards

The following teams receive Awards through 8th June - season's earnings....:
CDY(200) CCK(250) CIW(200) REB(200) DIS(220) DAF(300) FRR(210) GBS(200) GOG(230) KCA(220) LFC(500) LHT(230) MTS(250) NSS(300) RFC(200) RIS(450) SCF(200) TDL(200) USB(200) WDP(210)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

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1 League Titles
Wednesday June 8th, 2022 - 01:55:29 PM GMT
Financials

In a minute I plan to add the youth team earnings for the season to the existing balances.

Then a feww minutes later I plan to deduct half the total earnings from each youth team and add these totals to the Senior team.  (I have to wait till after toinight's Cup Final plus 3rd/4th place matches to be able to add these teams earnings, but it will be done tonight.

Below is the list of each youth team's earnings for the season, based on the Youth Cup plus divisional placing.

Season 28 League   Youth Cup Totals
Langley F.C. 350   150 500
North Sound Seawolves 300     300
Mount Tabor S.C. 250     250
Golden Gophers 230     230
KC Athletics 220     220
Fall River Rovers 210     210
Colorado Ice White 200     200
Gananda Bandits S.C. 200     200
Savannah Celtic FC 200     200
Texas Dutch Lions 200     200
De Anza Force S.C. 300     300
Carson City Kickers 250     250
Laredo Heat 230     230
Daniel Island S.A. 220     220
Washington Diplomats 210     210
Red Force FC 200     200
Carolina Dynamo 200     200
Roxborough Indians S.C. 200   250 450
Columbus Rebels 200     200
Utah Surf Boys S.C. 200     200

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

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Wednesday June 8th, 2022 - 01:14:29 PM GMT
Playoffs

Will confess I thought there were going to be playoffs as in previous seasons, and reserved a session number and date for them, but Robin informed me there was not to be playoffs, and he is the Commish. 

I believe he plans some rule changes for next season, and likely this one will be one of them to be updated..🤔🤔

 
David Campbell
Charleston Battery


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
326 - 233 - 487 (0.423)
Wednesday June 8th, 2022 - 10:53:53 AM GMT
Playoffs

I thought we were in a playoff but I've just realised there aren't any this season.

We used to have them didn't we? Did that change with the league reconstruction? Or am I way off and there never was any? 

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

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1 League Titles
Tuesday June 7th, 2022 - 04:28:48 PM GMT
Phil

Loved your manager interview .....👍👍🤔🤔

 
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Monday June 6th, 2022 - 10:01:08 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 5th June 2022:
CHV(10) DAL(40) HOU(10) MIN(50) VAN(50)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Monday June 6th, 2022 - 09:26:54 PM GMT
Last games Wednesday

Just Houston and Carolina to put a team line in - for a full house..👍

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Monday June 6th, 2022 - 06:12:01 PM GMT
Toothless argument 😂😂

And watching people pull teeth out with no anaesthetic is a "must watch" programme?

Okay - it's a personal thing, and each to their own. Enjoy!! 🥴🥴

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday June 6th, 2022 - 05:11:48 PM GMT
Reality

If Australian Survivor is not REAL , do not know what is !> If you never seen it you can not knock it .These people go through some unbelievable situations , and as for pain barrier > like pulling teeth with no anesthetic..

Big Bro was great , Jungle not so (ant/dec trying to be funny >.like watching paint dry)

You forgot to mention LOVE ISLAND . yeehaw >new series starts 9.00 2nite ....

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Monday June 6th, 2022 - 02:14:49 PM GMT
Each to their own, I guess…

Really, Robin? binging on a reality series that bares no resemblance to reality, when the object is (presumably) to just win cash whilst creating fake situations and crocodile tears for the contestants.

Next you will be telling us you binged on Big Brother or Get me out of the Jungle....  full of life's hopeless (BB) looking to create a fortune for doing nothing, and Z list celebs hoping for a revival in their fortunes (GMOOTJ)..  Noooooo, I didn't think so.. 😉😉😉😉😉😉😉

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday June 6th, 2022 - 07:34:04 AM GMT
AUSTRALIAN SURVIVOR

Ok something to watch between seasons , it is gripping ,tense,dramatic , nasty , amazing challenges. easily the Best Survivor prog ever made. .>AUSTRALIAN SURVIVOR

24 people put on a tropical Island where they have to survive for 50 days, one person is voted out every 2 days.

I just watched 5 series in 6 weeks,starting at 3 ending in 7 . 3/4/5 are good ,5/6/7 are even better ,nothing better to do> watch it.

So on to Football , here we are at the end of a season , hope you all enjoyed. David is wrapping things up for us and I will make a start on new season in a few days. At present we still have 20 managers , and fingers crossed you all still stay .

Laters

Robin

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday June 5th, 2022 - 05:22:36 PM GMT
Youth NMr

Ok Stephen , let you Off this time , did you see Craig in Costa ?

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
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Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

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1 League Titles
Sunday June 5th, 2022 - 05:04:37 PM GMT
Youth nmr

Oops, total brain fart whilst om holiday. Terrible game to fail to submit lineups for! Apologies all. 

 
Commissioner
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Sunday June 5th, 2022 - 03:03:37 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 42:
Colorado Ice White - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)
New England Revolution - MVP #5: 25k (WwW)

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Saturday June 4th, 2022 - 08:38:25 PM GMT
Rochester Interview Answers

Thanks to Phil at Rochester. His responses to the manager questions are now on the main page. Cheers Phil

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday June 3rd, 2022 - 11:54:34 PM GMT
Managers

It appears that some managers have complained to Mark that I posted some lies about him on our blog ...

sufffice to say he has complained to me .

Unfotunately the managers who gone running to Mark are WRONG , I posted no lies ;,not sure what the agenda is with these managers , possibly they need to question me 1st.

 

 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday June 3rd, 2022 - 06:35:40 PM GMT
POLL Results

 

Poll Results: Should Yth teams be anle to trade.  So the answer is NO

VOTING SUMMARY

CHOICE TOTAL VOTES
NO 7
Other 3
Yes resources & players 2
Yes Resources only 1

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Wednesday June 1st, 2022 - 07:21:03 PM GMT
Tonight's Games

Gents, The Final and 3rd/4th place games in the Al Sellers Plate have been played and neither had to use penalties to decide them. I won't mention the results here so as not to be a spoiler, go to the Scoreboard if you are interested.

The Final of the Youth Cup was also played (inside 90 minutes) and the score is on the front page in the Youth section - don't say you have not been warned!! 

This Sunday sees the final set of league matches and next Wednesday is the Final of the Al Sellers Cup, PLUS the 3rd/4th place game too..

 
Craig Bucknall
FC Dallas


 
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Wednesday June 1st, 2022 - 11:05:51 AM GMT
Bloody Fat Fingers

The second paragraph below should begin with 'do it again' not the Russian I appear to have used .... I blame fat fingers on small phone

 
Craig Bucknall
FC Dallas


 
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Wednesday June 1st, 2022 - 11:03:55 AM GMT
Telling Off

You will see that there are 2 entries for Participation Bonus....this is because 2 of you posted under your youth team tut tut

Donitvshsin and you will have to sit on the bottom step for a length of time equal to your age in minutes....as in, if you're 5 years old it's 5 minutes, if you're like our commish you'd better take a book with you lol

 
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Wednesday June 1st, 2022 - 10:59:44 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 29th May 2022:
HOU(25) KCA(20)

 
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Wednesday June 1st, 2022 - 10:55:48 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 29th May 2022:
CHV(10) DAL(25) MIN(30) SEA(65) VAN(50)

 
Craig Bucknall
FC Dallas


 
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Wednesday June 1st, 2022 - 10:50:11 AM GMT
Costa Lotta

Costa coffee unfortunately....still no internet at home which is a bit rubbish so apologies for no participation bonus on Monday again...trying to sort now on a break at work on my phone which is a bit tricky.

Andrew, you're quite right. I missed the journal so you get extra this week. I missed it because I was rushing and there aren't many/any journals usually!! Anyway will sort shortly.

As a rough guide....a line or two in a blog will get you 5k, a blog that is s little longer will get you 10 to 15k, longer blogs get more and journals are usually reasonably long do get more, so if you do a blog or two and a journal you'll be there or thereabouts. No need to do journals if you don't want, just do more blogs! 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Tuesday May 31st, 2022 - 06:31:55 PM GMT
NEW SEASON

With the League ending on Sunday , I need to start preparations for the New Season .

Can any manager who is Definitely Leaving , post here or message my inbox.

thanks.

 
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Sunday May 29th, 2022 - 03:03:31 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 40:
De Anza Force S.C. - MVP #3: 1 TP (Wdw)
Carson City Kickers - MVP #3: 1 TP (WdW)
Seattle Sounders - MVP #7: 25k (wWW)
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #7: 25k (wwD)

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Sunday May 29th, 2022 - 09:51:48 AM GMT
Seattle Interview Answers

Thanks to Andrew at Seattle. His responses to the manager questions are now on the main page. Cheers Andrew. 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Saturday May 28th, 2022 - 12:12:29 PM GMT
NEXT SEASON

Slight reprieve for next season , my cousin Karl will help me with the pre-season setup , but the outstanding issue still remains.

I am still without a full time assistant  , and somebody able to take over when I am gone.

Where am I going ?  hopefully nowhere but at 75  who knows what is around the corner .

So if nobody comes forward durning next season the League will definitely Close.

 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday May 26th, 2022 - 02:18:27 PM GMT
Craig

Craig crrently in Costa ...nice for some , is that Costa Brava , Costa del Sol  ?

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Thursday May 26th, 2022 - 02:10:37 PM GMT
Participation

I'm sad to see the the only journal entry in nearly a month + a blog post only earns 10k! 😭

Not actually a big deal. But, could we know an approximate guide to the new participation system so that we can best use our blogging/journaling time?

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Thursday May 26th, 2022 - 10:24:23 AM GMT
Craig

Not to worry about any lateness on participation cash payout - there are no players up for sale so not much use for any extra cash just yet... But we accept it all the same.and thanks.. :-)

 
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Thursday May 26th, 2022 - 10:05:28 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 22nd May 2022:
HOU(5) MIN(40) PHI(10) SEA(10)

 
Craig Bucknall
FC Dallas


 
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Thursday May 26th, 2022 - 10:02:46 AM GMT
Apologies

...for being deathly quiet lately, those on SESL might be aware I've been in the throes of a never ending house move, anyway, it's all done now but no internet access yet (currently sat in Costa typing this!!).

It's never too late to earn extra coin though so get blogging/journalling!

Participation bonus to follow in a minute or two...sorry for being late with it

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Wednesday May 25th, 2022 - 07:22:44 PM GMT
Al Sellers Plate (tonight)

Both Semi Finals played and the Final  and the 3rd/4th place matches are due next Wednesday along with the Youth Cup Final - session 41.

By the time you read this the games will be scheduled. To avoid any spoiler the matches can be seen in the Scoreboard section session 39.

 
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Wednesday May 25th, 2022 - 06:02:26 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 39:
Rochester Rhinos - MVP #4: 1 CP (WWw)

 
Stephen Williams Jnr
Laredo Heat


 
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208 - 85 - 197 (0.511)
Wednesday May 25th, 2022 - 12:10:16 PM GMT
Next season

Likewise really sorry to hear about the difficulties Robin, thoughts with you and the family. 

And like Andrew I'm afraid I also don't have the capacity to take on other responsibliity other than actively managing the team with lineups etc. 

I do very much hope someone can step forward and help out though, as it's a very enjoyable league. 

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday May 25th, 2022 - 04:35:40 AM GMT
Next Season

Sorry to hear about the surgeries, Robin. Hope you and your son are recovering well.

Won't have time to help run the league myself, unfortunately, but certainly happy to stick it out as an active manager if the league has to be a bit clunky during a transition period with a new commish learning the ropes.

 
James White Jnr
KC Athletics


 
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213 - 92 - 195 (0.518)
Tuesday May 24th, 2022 - 07:14:14 PM GMT
Well that wasn't expected !!

Champions again but its been a lot time coming.

Nowehere near top 11 or 17 you would have got pretty good odds on the Wizards at the start of the season.

Delighted with the win but commiserations are due to Mr Blair who pushed us hard but the home victory last week over the Thunder all but wrapped up the title for us this season.

Got to dedicate this title to our top scorer and his namesake

Thanks and Cheers all

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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Monday May 23rd, 2022 - 11:54:59 PM GMT
NEXT SEASON

Hi Guys , Sad to say , it has been a tough last 4 months for me , my son been in hospial for major srgery , I also been in hospital for minor surgery , also been in hospt, for eye operation , and turned 75 last week.

David has been great with his assistance this season , could not have managed without him .

So with regret I have to stand down as Commish at end of season  , but willing to act as assistant to whoever takes over.

DO NOT EXPECT DAVID to take over he has other commitments.

So it is down to one of you guys to step up and take over or the league will fold. !

 

Robin

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday May 22nd, 2022 - 09:55:32 PM GMT
[SPOILER] Youth Matches

Shame on the few goals - had we put another past a resolute GK maybe we wouldn't have blown our slim title chances in the 90th minute! Or maybe we just needed one fewer...

 
David Campbell Jnr
Daniel Island S.A.


 
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220 - 135 - 140 (0.581)
Sunday May 22nd, 2022 - 08:37:10 PM GMT
[SPOILER] Youth matches

6 goals in 10 matches today.  Bore fest!

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Sunday May 22nd, 2022 - 03:50:58 PM GMT
Tim

Hope I'm wrong but thinking Tim has disappeared - been an NMR quite a few times recently - after such a great start to the season. PS MIA are also missing a team line for this afternoon. Still time for both but only 10 minutes to go..😳😳

 
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Sunday May 22nd, 2022 - 03:33:00 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 38:
Fall River Rovers - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)
North Sound Seawolves - MVP #3: 1 TP (DWw)
Miami FC - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)
Charleston Battery - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #5: 25k (WwW)
Houston Dynamo - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #5: 25k (wWw)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Wednesday May 18th, 2022 - 07:18:51 PM GMT
Al Sellers Cup Semi Finals

Not going to be a spoiler here, but the 2 games have been played and 9 goals were scored in the 2 matches.

All 4 teams involved will be back 3 weeks tonight for the Final and the 3rd/4th place games, and they will be scheduled by 7-30pm (GMT) tonight - 15 minutes actually..

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Wednesday May 18th, 2022 - 10:50:21 AM GMT
Stephen

Normally 2 up and 2 down with a playoff between the 10th in division 1 and 3rd in division 2 for a possible 3rd promotion/relegation - when the divisions were 12 teams each.

But with the divisions going down to 10 not sure what Robin has planned.

Youths were also 2 up and 2 down but there was usually playoffs between the 9th and 10th in the 3rd division and ther 3rd and 4th in the 4th divisions. Best I can do... 

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
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Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

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Tuesday May 17th, 2022 - 10:24:51 AM GMT
Reminder Question

How many go up / down between Div 1 / 2? 

 
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Monday May 16th, 2022 - 03:57:41 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 15th May 2022:
CHV(10) CLB(35) DAL(10) HOU(5) MIN(30) SEA(20) VAN(45)

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Monday May 16th, 2022 - 11:01:24 AM GMT
Congratulations

Congratulations to Andrew and his Seattle Sounders on winning division 2 with 3 games to play from all at Philadelphia. 

 
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Sunday May 15th, 2022 - 03:03:46 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 36:
Roxborough Indians S.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (Wwd)
Philadelphia Union - MVP #3: 1 TP (Wdw)

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Sunday May 15th, 2022 - 01:06:32 PM GMT
Vancouver Interview Answers

Thanks to Robin at Vancouver. His responses to the manager questions are now on the main page. Cheers Robin. 

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Saturday May 14th, 2022 - 09:09:07 AM GMT
TP for Robin

Robin,

You have 1CP and your age 2 lad has had 5 updates. So guessing you gained it as a MVP - if you swop it for a TP it will get you a TP you didn't expect.. it has happened a few times to other teams in the past.  👍👍

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday May 13th, 2022 - 03:12:52 PM GMT
REVERSE TRADE

5 TP > TDL  , 500k  > LFC

 
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Friday May 13th, 2022 - 12:03:17 PM GMT
Trade: LFC - TDL

LFC sends 500k to TDL for 5 TP

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
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483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Thursday May 12th, 2022 - 11:49:33 PM GMT
THAT Al Sellers Questionnaire (most recent one?)...

I do occasionally refer to myself in the 3rd peerson...okay here we go:

Questions

1) Favourite author and why (although I will allow you to pick a top 3 if you wish)

 

Currently - Craig Alanson - See Columbus Day - Expeditionary Force.  BEST when listened to via Audible.  

2) Favourite book and why (this can be anything, fact/fiction/graphic novel/anything and I will accept series...oh go on then, you can have a top 3 in this too)

1. Expeditionary Force by Craig Alanson (read by RC Bray).  I don't have ANY books, I have ALL the Audible versions (like 18 hours each).  If you like Sci-Fi, you will 90% or higher like this I think.  Give the first two books a try and let me know.  Tell me I'm wrong.  

2. The Forever War by Joseph Hellerman - a sci-fi novel written in the future where soldiers travel years/decades to get to the wars they fight. It was written to show how out of place soldiers who fought in wars like Vietnam felt when they returned home. 

Roy wrote all of the info above on #2.  And I 100% agree with him.  I read a couple of the later ones too.  I also listened to this one recently on...yup...Audible!

3. Hail Mary - Andy Weir (read by Ray Porter).  I plan to listen to this one again soon. 16 hours...amazing.  If you like Sci Fi (maybe more 'realistic' Sci Fi) and you know a little chemistry (I NEVER took Chemistry class) you may like it even more.  Just amazing.  Listened to it on the 24 hour trip back from Phoenix.  My favorite book of this year.  Read or listen.  TELL ME I'M WRONG.  

3) Favourite/most memorable goal scored and why (could be one you or your offspring scored or pros of course)

I'm going to ignore CB's question and ask my own:

"What is your favorite football play ever"?

Of course it is Claudio Paul Caniggia from World Cup 1990 taking off...probably going to score a goal, but having to:

1) Leap over 1 tackle

2) Barely get over another tackle and losing his balance

and

3) Getting HAMMERED by the 3rd defender who was rightly red-carded and sent off:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Taz3GfP_eNk

You know I'm right...

And the ref was like "here's your second yellow"...well...I don't THANK SO...that was a straight red!

4) Favourite takeaway

Pretty much ANY pizza except for the, ironically named, "St. Louis Style" pizza...its horrid.  

5) Favourite TV series

I've watched so many shows due to Covid its hard to say.   There are so many good ones.  

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Thursday May 12th, 2022 - 07:57:29 PM GMT
Trading

I do like the idea of trading in youth league and getting increased activity there. I wonder about two potential obstacles:

  1. Volume of trading. We have seen 8 total trades in the adult squads this year (I believe SEA have been in 3 of them). I worry that we would certainly be below that with youth squad trading
  2. Squad needs. All players coming into youth squads have their positions chosen, so squads are almost never imbalanced. I can't see a reason to send away a good player other than trying to make your youth squad worse to increase funds sent to your parent squad. Extra TP on a youth squad seems more of a sign of low involvement with a youth squad, not a lack of players to spend on (8 youth per year free).

I think trading would be good eventually, but I think perhaps youth squads would have to first become more imbalanced either through start of year acquisition changes or through auctions/other forms of player signing.

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday May 12th, 2022 - 12:11:54 AM GMT
Yth trading

My proposal was based on several factors .

1. Obviously to get yth managers more active.

2. With only 4 matches to go there are 6 teams with 20+ TP left  and 11 teams with less than 2 TP left .

3. Not always the Yth players you promote to 1st team are even worth 1 TP !

4. a chance to earn more cash for your team .

5. Unsure about player trades .

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Wednesday May 11th, 2022 - 07:13:59 PM GMT
Youth Cup Updates

The 2 x Semi Finals of the Youth Cup have been played today and scores are on the front page under Youth Section. Final will be played 3 weeks tonight on the 1st June...... NO spoiler here!!

 
Commissioner
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Wednesday May 11th, 2022 - 06:00:53 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 35:
Langley F.C. - MVP #5: 25k (WdW)

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Wednesday May 11th, 2022 - 10:42:19 AM GMT
Youth Teams

Yeah I think you should be allowed to trade, makes it a bit more fun for sure. 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday May 11th, 2022 - 02:21:08 AM GMT
NEW Rules

Probably a waste of time now changing rules , and quite a few need changing . I created  our new Rules page for the league , but now Mark does not want me to have Access ?

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Tuesday May 10th, 2022 - 12:07:56 PM GMT
Youth trading/New poll

As I have said previously ,I want managers to get more enjoyment out of their Yth team . ,rather than being a Cas Cow and yth provider it also becomes a Team that they can take an interest in .

So with that in mind should we permit yth teams to trade ?

 
Craig Bucknall
FC Dallas


 
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Tuesday May 10th, 2022 - 11:47:17 AM GMT
Oops

Just added another 10k for MIN  as I missed your Journal entry David...sorry!!

It's the only Journal there is so I'm afraid I just didn't check it!!!

All sorted now, you got maximum bonus so well done sir :)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Tuesday May 10th, 2022 - 11:45:20 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 8th May 2022:
MIN(10)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday May 9th, 2022 - 01:56:48 PM GMT
Youth trading

I was not aware of the No trading rule , need to take that out asap. .

It is my intention to get more managers involved in the yth league , turn it into a competitive league , restrictions get in the way .

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday May 9th, 2022 - 11:02:43 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 8th May 2022:
COL(40) DAL(30) MIN(40) NE(10) ROC(5) SJ(5) VAN(20)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

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1 League Titles
Monday May 9th, 2022 - 09:01:59 AM GMT
Youth trading

There needs to be a look at the rules in the close season - not supposed to have any trading in the youth leagues.. Another rules overhaul coming up I guess 🤓🤓 😂👍

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Sunday May 8th, 2022 - 06:42:29 PM GMT
A Real Shame

That 3 first division games featured a team on NMR. 

And my game had a Loose referee - Robin Dewar - as in "unhinged?"

Cant complain - we won and he did okay..😉😉

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday May 8th, 2022 - 03:01:31 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 34:
Seattle Sounders - MVP #6: 25k (dwW)
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #6: 25k (Www)
Rochester Rhinos - MVP #3: 1 TP (WWD)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday May 8th, 2022 - 02:47:52 PM GMT
Footy Words

I could never understand  expression "Early Doors"   where the  F, did that come from .

"Gaffer" is another stupid one  , who want to be called that .>  a flat capped northerner from 1930 ?

In my playing days we had a joker in the team  who used to call the REF a Barsteward  , but he used thr real word and was clever how he did it,

We would all be hovering around the goal waiting for corner kick  , when this voice boomed out "Who called thr REF a Barsteward" ...LOL he just did ,but ref could not touch him as he prefixed with >who   :)

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
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Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

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1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday May 8th, 2022 - 01:22:11 PM GMT
Football terms

Played Sunday league for Marske Shipwrecks and one of the calls was come on 'Battleship'.

 
Craig Bucknall
FC Dallas


 
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Sunday May 8th, 2022 - 08:59:25 AM GMT
Footballing Cliches

I watched my son play in a Cup Final yesterday (which they won 6-1!! Yea :) ) and together with that and Phil's post it reminded me of all those footballing cliches you hear when watching local football...here's a list of those off the top of my head...

1) Squeeze

2) Get out!!

3) Get rid

4) Not in there

5) Second ball

That's just 5 and there are hundreds more....feel free to add to them :)

It always makes me chuckle how the vast majority of coaches of kids football think they're either tactical geniuses or Jurgen Klopp lol :)

 
Phil McIntosh
Rochester Rhinos


 
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2 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday May 8th, 2022 - 04:48:58 AM GMT
Robin

At Micki's soccer game today, I heard a coach on another field direct his team to "park the bus." Thought of Robin.

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Wednesday May 4th, 2022 - 08:32:00 PM GMT
NMR again

And sorry again. 

Bank Holiday we went to West Midlands Safari Parj and had car over heating. Had to stay overnight in Hokiday Inn and back home yesterday. With it being first day at work this week I forgot it was Wednesday. Only just realised earlier this evening about SESL which I had done Sunday.

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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1 League Titles
Wednesday May 4th, 2022 - 07:45:29 PM GMT
Waste of my Breath, it seems

8 matches tonight with 3 teams leaving their managers at home (ie NMRs) - happily for the game the opposition in each case won their match. I tried to remind players this morning but seems I didn't get through to all..

There isn't a front page now for the major cup matches, so all I will say (to avoid spoilers) is that the Semi Finals after tonight's games will be scheduled soonest.

Next midweek are the Youth Cup Semi Finals, the following week the Al Sellers Cup Semi Finals, then follows the Plate Semi Finals - sessions 35, 37, 39 respectively.

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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1 League Titles
Wednesday May 4th, 2022 - 12:36:17 PM GMT
Tonight

Just to remind managers that 16 teams play tonight in the Al Sellers Cup and Plate. Only 4 teams have the night off!! 👍👍

 
Craig Bucknall
FC Dallas


 
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Monday May 2nd, 2022 - 03:27:43 PM GMT
Scary

Yep, it's a little concerning that a certain Darlo fan and I seem to have more than few things in common.

 I think it's time I took up knitting or something similar....

 
Craig Bucknall
FC Dallas


 
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Monday May 2nd, 2022 - 03:26:20 PM GMT
Sorry

Was doing the participation bonus on my phone hence the double entry, soz :)

 
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Monday May 2nd, 2022 - 03:25:12 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 1st May 2022:
CHA(35) CHV(10) COL(40) VAN(35)

 
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Monday May 2nd, 2022 - 03:21:39 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through :
DAL(50)

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
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Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Monday May 2nd, 2022 - 02:01:04 AM GMT
Questions

Questions

Yet again I get disappointed? by how similar some of my choices are to the monkey hanger

1) Favourite author and why (although I will allow you to pick a top 3 if you wish)

Terry Pratchett - fantasy writer who managed to turn a satirical eye on the world, Yes there were magic swords and witches and heroes and villains. But the sword wouldn't stop talking and always got thrown away, the witches are the heroines and there's a psychotic set of luggage.

2) Favourite book and why (this can be anything, fact/fiction/graphic novel/anything and I will accept series...oh go on then, you can have a top 3 in this too)

1, Reaper Man by Sir TP. The first hardback book I bought of his Discworld series. The story is how the character of Death tries to live as a human for a short time. In the end he challenges the powers that be into granting someone an extention to their life and the answer was cleverly written over the page. One word filled the whole page. I remember just curling up into an armchair and reading it cover to cover in one day.

2. The Forever War by Joseph Hellerman - a sci-fi novel written in the future where soldiers travel years/decades to get to the wars they fight. It was written to show how out of place soldiers who fought in wars like Vietnam felt when they returned home. It was one of the 2 books that have made me cry.

3. The Star - a short story by Asimov. A scientist travels to a far part of the galaxy to study a star that has gone supernova. The twist in the story was when he worked out that the light from the supernova would have appeared in the skies above Bethleham about the year 0AD.

3) Favourite/most memorable goal scored and why (could be one you or your offspring scored or pros of course)

Ok I'll do three here too. 1) Chris Brass comedy goal playing for Carlisle against Darlington. He kicked the ball into his own face 6yds out.

2) I'm not a goal scorer but I have a few goals I'm proud of. The best one was for the office team (Middlesbrough at the time). We'd travelled up to Newcastle and found we were playing vs a lot of non-league players way above our skill level we lost 9-1. I was playing right back and picked the ball up in our half and just decided to run forward with it. I somehow got past the left winger and their left back and into the 18yd area. The keeper ran out to dive on the ball and I managed to prod it underneath him and then jump over him at this point my legs were almost giving out on me but I managed to knock it over the line. The opposition were absolutely furious they'd conceded the one goal and the next day in the office I got a applauded when I walked in.

3) Paul Rideout FA Cup final 1995 for Everton vs Man Utd. 1-0   

4) Favourite takeaway

sweet and sour chicken cantonese style

5) Favourite TV series

So many sci-fi series to pick from. Red Dwarf (like Craig), Star Trek, GOT, Life on Mars, Quantum Leap, Supergirl, Transformers (the original series), Dr Who, The Mandalorian etc

 
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Sunday May 1st, 2022 - 03:01:38 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 32:
North Sound Seawolves - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (Www)
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #4: 1 CP (WWw)

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Sunday May 1st, 2022 - 02:30:46 PM GMT
Columbus Interview Answers

Thanks to Al from Columbus. His responses to the manager questions are now on the main page. Cheers Al. 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Saturday April 30th, 2022 - 02:13:19 PM GMT
Favourites

1) Favourite author and why (although I will allow you to pick a top 3 if you wish)

Wilbur Smith has written a series of Books which have to be read in order. as about a Rich family starting out in the early birth of South Africa,

Also like John Wyndham , wrote loosly along the lines of sci-fi /horror  my fav. was "Day of the Triffids".

 

2) Favourite book and why (this can be anything, fact/fiction/graphic novel/anything and I will accept series...oh go on then, you can have a top 3 in this too)
Strange choice , I would go for "Watership Down" a story about a Family of rabbits  !  I read it in my 30's and enjoyed  and have read it to my Children growing up , and now passed it on to my grandchildren.

 

3) Favourite/most memorable goal scored and why (could be one you or your offspring scored or pros of course)

Of Course 1 of mine ...NOT ...only scored 6. !
I got 4 choices  2 on  very short video , suggest full screen and probably replay several times.

1. Pele  scores ? against Uraguay   ....20 secs ...   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-UzRsvCsC4c
2.Gaza scores against Scotland .... 35 secs....    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=evnXFu744uY
3.Maradona vs England , no hands used.
4.Rodney Marsh for Tampa Bay

4) Favourite takeaway
 House special Chow mein & house special Chop suey  , wife & I used to order thes and mix them  eat on small bed of rice.

5) Favourite TV series

Hunted Uk  (think they have it in USA)  , would love to go on the prog. Hate it if the Cops win ..all too smug.


 

 
David Campbell
Charleston Battery


 
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326 - 233 - 487 (0.423)
Thursday April 28th, 2022 - 08:23:14 PM GMT
Favourites

1) Favourite author and why (although I will allow you to pick a top 3 if you wish)

I tend towards real life and autobiographys mainly but I do enjoy the odd novel.  Im a big fan of the Maze Runner series by James Dashner, the Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins and as a kid I was a huge Enid Blyton fan.  

 

My favourite novelist though is Mike Gayle - who writes a lot of stories about exploring love, life and relationships but largely from a male perspective in a female dominated market.  

 

2) Favourite book and why (this can be anything, fact/fiction/graphic novel/anything and I will accept series...oh go on then, you can have a top 3 in this too)

Favourite novel Id pick one of Mike's - probably his debut which was called My Legendary Girlfriend.  

One of my favourite books that isnt a novel is Other Peoples Money - which is the true story of a guy called Elliot Castro who committed credit card fraud.  A fascinating insight into the life he lead by stealing a lot of money.  

 

3) Favourite/most memorable goal scored and why (could be one you or your offspring scored or pros of course)

I cant decide so Im picking the three best moments for Kilmarnock FC in my lifetime.  

Paul Wright - a scuffed shot from inside the box to win the Scottish Cup in 1997

Dieter Van Turnhout - a back post header to shock Celtic in the league cup final of 2012.

Blair Alston - a 90th minute winner to secure the Championship title which occurred less than a week ago as I write this.  

4) Favourite takeaway

Chippy - either a sausage, or hamburger supper.  Maybe a fritter too.  

5) Favourite TV series

Hard to choose.  If pushed to one Id say Only Fools and Horses.  

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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1 League Titles
Wednesday April 27th, 2022 - 07:34:12 PM GMT
Al Sellers Plate (tonight)

Not giving out the scores for tonight, but the winners go forward to next Wednesday's Quarter Finals and will play alongside the main Al Sellers Quarter Finalists (ie 16 of us will be playing next Wednesday - the 4 teams who lost tonight will sit out..)

Games will be scheduled by the time you read this.....

 
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Wednesday April 27th, 2022 - 06:00:55 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 31:
Colorado Rapids - MVP #5: 25k (WDw)

 
Craig Bucknall
FC Dallas


 
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Tuesday April 26th, 2022 - 12:34:11 PM GMT
Thanks!!

...David, I forgot to even check!! Very poor. Still getting to grips with OASL so thanks for the heads up :)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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1 League Titles
Tuesday April 26th, 2022 - 12:03:28 PM GMT
Al Sellers Plate

The 1st Round of the above competition takes place tomorrow evening. 8 clubs are involved - winners meet the 4 teams who received a bye due to them having the best records of the clubs who didn't make the Al Sellers Cup Quarter Finals.

6 of the 8 teams still have to place team lines in...👍👍

 
Craig Bucknall
FC Dallas


 
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Monday April 25th, 2022 - 11:04:07 AM GMT
Answers

Just cut and paste the questions and fill them in!! Enjoy :)

1) Favourite author and why (although I will allow you to pick a top 3 if you wish)

 - Top 3 would be Jack Vance, Iain Banks (and Iain M Banks - same bloke just his sci fi alter ego) & Philip K Dick. I love Vance's writing style, especially in the Dying Earth series and I haven't, to date, read a book of his that I haven't enjoyed. Banks wrote, probably, the only book that had a physical reaction....what I mean is, I was reading The Wasp Factory as a 19yr old and was in bed with my girlfriend of the time, she'd gone to sleep much earlier as I was gripped by the book...I ended up waking her up because I was shaken by it lol :)

Philip K Dick is an author I discovered very late in life after watching the Channel 4 series. Great books so far.

2) Favourite book and why (this can be anything, fact/fiction/graphic novel/anything and I will accept series...oh go on then, you can have a top 3 in this too)

 - You'd expect my favourite book to come from one of the above authors but it doesn't. My favourite is Only Forward by Michael Marshall Smith. Absolutely loved it....he wrote some other books too that I really enjoyed but also wrote one of the least enjoyable books I've ever read!! It's probably pretty dated now so perhaps wouldn't read so well but I was very young when I read it.

The Dying Earth series by Jack Vance are 100% in my top 3. I'm re-reading book one at the moment. I love the setting, I love the Vancian style of writing. I've lent the first book to a couple of different, well read, friends and neither could get on with it!! I was stunned. Clearly you have to be of a certain mind to get on with them.

3) Favourite/most memorable goal scored and why (could be one you or your offspring scored or pros of course)

 - One of the most memorable was scored by a team I don't follow. It was the Aguero goal for Man City in injury time to win the league ahead of scum, sorry, Man Ure lol :) Both my son and I had been watching the game live on Sky and being a Leeds/Hartlepool fan was dismayed at the prospect of Man City blowing it and Man Ure winning it. Man City were playing QPR who had nothing to play for (possibly been relegated already? Can't remember) and had a man sent off so it looked like it'd be a walk in the park....far from it and long story short, Man City scored a goal in the 90th minute or thereabouts (Edin Dzeko I think) before Aguero's injury time winner. Both of us jumped up and danced round the living room. It'll never be repeated in my lifetime. Amazing stuff.

4) Favourite takeaway

 - Got to be pizza. End of.

5) Favourite TV series

 - I don't really watch any now so one from the past that I could easily watch now would be Red Dwarf

 
Craig Bucknall
FC Dallas


 
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Monday April 25th, 2022 - 10:38:45 AM GMT
Questions

1) Favourite author and why (although I will allow you to pick a top 3 if you wish)

 

2) Favourite book and why (this can be anything, fact/fiction/graphic novel/anything and I will accept series...oh go on then, you can have a top 3 in this too)

 

3) Favourite/most memorable goal scored and why (could be one you or your offspring scored or pros of course)

 

4) Favourite takeaway

 

5) Favourite TV series

 

 

 
Craig Bucknall
FC Dallas


 
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Monday April 25th, 2022 - 09:46:35 AM GMT
Far Too Easy

Well, it was all far too easy for me to process the Participation Bonus this week so I think I'll have to come up with some more questions for you all :)

 
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Monday April 25th, 2022 - 09:44:54 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 24th April:
CHV(10) DAL(20) MIN(20) NE(10) ROC(30) VAN(40)

 
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Sunday April 24th, 2022 - 08:16:36 PM GMT
Trade: MIA - MIN

MIA sends Harvey Spector (4/17 SD) to MIN for 100k

 
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Sunday April 24th, 2022 - 03:04:27 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 30:
Laredo Heat - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWw)
Seattle Sounders - MVP #5: 25k (www)
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #4: 1 CP (wDW)
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #5: 25k (dWw)

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Sunday April 24th, 2022 - 01:18:04 PM GMT
FC Dallas Interview Answers

Thanks to Craig from FC Dallas. His responses to the manager questions are now on the main page. Cheers Craig 

 
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Friday April 22nd, 2022 - 07:44:46 PM GMT
Trade: COL - MIA

COL sends 50k to MIA for Gary McAllister (4/17 MF)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday April 22nd, 2022 - 11:51:31 AM GMT
STEVE

Sorry Steve but you can NOT leave , your contract expires in 2025 !

In case you had not noticed The Man Utd . vacancy has been filled by Ten Hag  , so that option has gone , your only other option is Burnley , and I have applied for that one ...!

 
Craig Bucknall
FC Dallas


 
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Friday April 22nd, 2022 - 09:08:31 AM GMT
It's All.....

...gone a bit quiet chaps....with just 3 days until the next batch of Participation Bonus is paid, now is the time to get typing...(me included!!)...it doesn't need to be War and Peace and can be about anything so knock yourselves out :)

(apart from the usual politics and religion etc...far too controversial and would no doubt create no end of shouting and teddies being thrown from prams etc so leave well alone, this is not the place...thanks :) )

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Thursday April 21st, 2022 - 07:17:44 PM GMT
NMR

Sorry about that. I checked Sanc earlier and saw t was a cup game and forgot to check here I guess. 

Last season anyway for certain.

 

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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1 League Titles
Wednesday April 20th, 2022 - 07:35:21 PM GMT
Youth Cup 1/4 Finals

Played tonight and shame one of the 8 teams didn't have a team line in - they lost. Another game had the winning team's keeper as the MOM - just as well as they were completely outshot.  Wait a minute - why don't you go over to the Scoreboard and read them yourselves.

DON'T go to the front page Youth Cup section as I have already put in the scores and Semi Final draw.

Winning teams can relax - Semis are not due till 3 weeks today..

 
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Wednesday April 20th, 2022 - 06:03:36 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 29:
Roxborough Indians S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)

 
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Monday April 18th, 2022 - 04:25:03 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 17th April:
ATL(35) CHV(20) CLB(35) DAL(50) MIA(35) MIN(50) NE(50) PHI(30) ROC(25) SJ(40) SEA(40) VAN(50)

 
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Monday April 18th, 2022 - 03:10:16 PM GMT
Trade: SEA - DAL

SEA sends Smith Isaacs (3/19 DM) to DAL for 200k

 
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Monday April 18th, 2022 - 03:10:08 PM GMT
Trade: SEA - DAL

SEA sends Jazz Richards (3/22 DF) to DAL for 325k

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday April 18th, 2022 - 02:14:58 PM GMT
NEW POLL

Why is USA so Good at Baseball & NFL (American Football)
Because they make rules complicated so nobody else understands them !
 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday April 18th, 2022 - 02:01:21 PM GMT
POLL Results

Poll Results: WILL DALLAS escape relegation ?

VOTING SUMMARY

CHOICE TOTAL VOTES
NO 8
YES 4

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday April 18th, 2022 - 01:55:46 PM GMT
Volleyball

I am a bit OLd so it takes a bit of time for me to catch on ...lightbulb has just clicked on ..this game these guys are talking about  is played by Girls in small Bikinis...so I am told ..never seen it my self ....but I can understand why all the interest...umm..... don't see that going on when playing Bowls Mr.Blair !

 
Phil McIntosh
Rochester Rhinos


 
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Team Trophy Case
2 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Monday April 18th, 2022 - 05:42:21 AM GMT
Yellow

Al Sellers earns an unabashed YELLOW CARD for his non-responsive responses to the questionaire. You don't get to make up your own questions, ALLAN. 

 
Phil McIntosh
Rochester Rhinos


 
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Team Trophy Case
2 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Monday April 18th, 2022 - 05:08:41 AM GMT
Repost....

Reposting as the parent club, as is required...Ugh...

Here's a plug for TMVL, to piggy back on Steve's invite. The game is a lot of fun and Al Sellers, with his son Max, have put a ton of time into development and fine tuning. Others have helped out, Steve Turner included, with techinical assistance, I think. But if you have a love for volleyball, you owe it to yourself to stop by for a season and give it a try. If you're not necessarily a fan of volleyball but you love gaming simulations like MSWL, SESL and OASL, stop by and have a look around.

 
Phil McIntosh Jnr
Gananda Bandits S.C.


 
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Monday April 18th, 2022 - 05:07:20 AM GMT
TMVL

Here's a plug for TMVL, to piggy back on Steve's invite. The game is a lot of fun and Al Sellers, with his son Max, have put a ton of time into development and fine tuning. Others have helped out, Steve Turner included, with techinical assistance, I think. But if you have a love for volleyball, you owe it to yourself to stop by for a season and give it a try. If you're not necessarily a fan of volleyball but you love gaming simulations like MSWL, SESL and OASL, stop by and have a look around.

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Sunday April 17th, 2022 - 09:50:26 PM GMT
Volleyball

Andrew there is still a place in TMVL seeing as you like playing volleyball.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday April 17th, 2022 - 08:53:30 PM GMT
Qs

1) What real life football team do you support and why?

A few here, actually:

Liverpool - as a kid there was no soccer/football on TV here in the states, so you had to watch American Football, basketball, baseball, etc. But, my brother and I played soccer, so naturally that was what we were drawn to in video games. ~10 year-old me had never heard of any of the clubs in the games, but knew that Brian Jacques, his favorite author, was from Liverpool. Decades of support has followed, with the nost recent highlight being a trip across the pond to catch the redmen beating Manchester Utd (right before covid) in our most recent title-winning season.

Locally, I support both Seattle Sounders and Austin FC. Seattle was my first local love, as Bryce and I used to catch most of the matches back when I lived in the area. But, now, I have a bit of a split allegiance, as the 2 mile bike ride to the new Austin FC stadium is a heck of a lot easier than the >2,100 mile trek to Seattle :)

2) What was the best game you've ever been to and why?

USA v Algeria, 2010 world cup, hands down. Mainly the exciting match and result, but also partly the ~$1.00 beers with no limits per person in the stadium

3) Who is your all time favourite player and why?

Might be Dirk Kuyt for his attitude, effort, and personality. Would have liked to have seen more of Kasey Keller's career rather than just the end, as even without being able to watch I knew he was doing something pretty special for American keepers.

4) How many other online football management games do you play (and list them)?

SESL

5) What's your second favourite sport (because football is your favourite obviously!)?

to play, Volleyball and running (though, Bryce, you may be faster than me right now! I gotta run off the covid weight to catch up). To watch, hockey

 
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Sunday April 17th, 2022 - 03:01:39 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 28:
KC Athletics - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #5: 25k (Dww)
New England Revolution - MVP #4: 1 CP (dwW)

 
Bryce Kalmbach
Atlanta Silverbacks


 
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Team Record
416 - 268 - 399 (0.508)
Sunday April 17th, 2022 - 05:05:04 AM GMT
Questionnaire

1) What real life football team do you support and why?

Seattle Sounders FC. Our local MLS team with plenty of international talent. Went to their first MLS game (they claim heritage from previous teams with the same name so I can't say the first game ever). We have season tickets and it's always a great day/night out.

Also support America de Cali in Colombia. Their stadium is literally a 10 minute walk from the house my mother grew up in. And in England I've supported Fulham FC for a long time (more on that below).

2) What was the best game you've ever been to and why?

2019 MLS Cup final. We hosted the MLS Cup Final in our home stadium and won! What else could you ask for?

Best game I've ever watched on TV was during the 2010 world cup when the USA beat Algeria with a last second goal. I was watching with a bunch of friends in somebody's garage on a projector and when that happened we erupted, chips and salsa went flying, and we started our own parade marching out of the garage and down the street, haha.

3) Who is your all time favourite player and why?

Don't have an all time favorite player but I started supporting Fulham originally because they had Brian McBride who I always really liked especially after that game in the 2006 world cup against Italy where he played on after he had blood streaming down his face after an elbow.

4) How many other online football management games do you play (and list them)?

I play in MSWL U2 as well.

5) What's your second favourite sport (because football is your favourite obviously!)?

I pretty much love all sports but when I have time I play ultimate frisbee and I love long distance trail running (even though I'm not as fast as Andy F-G :) ).

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Friday April 15th, 2022 - 08:01:12 PM GMT
Youth Cup Quarter Finals

Please remember these games are down to be played this Wednesday coming:

  Quarter Finals  
De Anza Force S.C.           v Carolina Dynamo  
Roxborough Indians S.C.           v Fall River Rovers
Savannah Celtic FC             v Langley F.C.
Colorado Ice White           v Mount Tabor S.C.

 

 
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Friday April 15th, 2022 - 12:42:17 PM GMT
Trade: SEA - MIN

SEA sends 6 CP to MIN for 720k

 
Craig Bucknall
Texas Dutch Lions


 
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Friday April 15th, 2022 - 10:31:44 AM GMT
Bank Holiday Weekend

Happy Bank Holiday everyone :)

So there is plenty of time to earn some coin before Sunday's deadline :)

Good to see some responses to the questionnaire (yes Al, your spelling is correct...for once ;) ) but keep them coming, they're always interesting to read.

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
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Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Wednesday April 13th, 2022 - 11:59:24 PM GMT
THAT Al Sellers Questionnaire

...am I spelling questionnaire right?  I want to add another 'r' on the end...

1) What real life football team do you support and why?

Are these questions about "football"?  I guess the Green Bay Packers, but I don't think we're talking about American football, so...

I don't have one team that I support.  

2) What was the best game you've ever been to and why?

Probably Illinois-Georgia Tech basketball (1989) when our OT win put MY Illinois as #1 in the nation the next day.  Or maybe 1989 when my high school (I was in middle school) won the State Championship game in basketball.  

As for football...well I haven't been to many pro games (like 1 in 2001?).

3) Who is your all time favourite player and why?

I'm going to ignore this question and make up my own question which is: "What is your favo(u)rite sport to play"?

Tennis.  I'm hoping to get more into pickle ball too.

4) How many other online football management games do you play (and list them)?

I run MSWL United 1 and MSWL United 2.  If you aren't in them and are interested add your name to the waitlist or email me.   

5) What's your second favourite sport (because football is your favourite obviously!)?

This changes from time to time.  Mostly college basketball, sometimes baseball, sometimes NFL, etc.  

 
Craig Bucknall
FC Dallas


 
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Wednesday April 13th, 2022 - 08:51:15 PM GMT
DF's...

...anyone got ant DF's spare please?!

Could do with a couple...preferably players who won't be utterly useless next season but age 3/4 is fine...over 20 rated please.

Cash waiting :)

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday April 13th, 2022 - 08:30:30 PM GMT
CP

I 'll take whatever you want to.sell, Andrew 110k each.

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Wednesday April 13th, 2022 - 08:07:57 PM GMT
Al Sellers Cup Update

After tonight's results Tables can be seen on the "Tables" page.

Quarter Final Draw  (top team in each section plus the 3 best teams in RU position)

  Quarter Finals  
Houston Dynamos          v Atlanta Silverbacks
New England Revolution          v Carolina Railhawks
San Jose Earthquakes          v  Seattle Sounders
D.C. United          v Philadephia Union

Games to be played in session 33

Al Sellers Plate Draw (lowest ranked 8 teams in final table contest the 1st round - other 4 teams receive a Bye to Quarter Finals

  Al Sellers Plate  
     
  1st Round  
Vancouver Whitecaps          v Rochester Rhinos
Colorado Rapids          v Charleston Battery
Columbus Crew          v Chivas USA
FC Dallas          v Portland Timbers
     
  Quarter Finals  
W1          v Miami FC
W2          v Real Salt Lake
W3          v Kansas City Wizards
W4          v Minnesota Thunder

1st Round to be played in session 31, Quarter Finals in session 33

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
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Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday April 13th, 2022 - 07:53:42 PM GMT
CP for sale

Won at auction, happy to sell some of them, as I won't use them all this season.

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday April 13th, 2022 - 07:22:40 PM GMT
Questionnaire

1) What real life football team do you support and why?

Chelsea. Have done so since I was a kid, early 70's. End of Bonetti, Harris, Osgood era.

2) What was the best game you've ever been to and why?

Went to the 1997 cup final. Chelsea against my home town club Middlesbrough. Chelsea won two nil.

 

3) Who is your all time favourite player and why?

David Speedie. Brought from Darlington to Chelsea. Great player with an attitude to match.
 

4) How many other online football management games do you play (and list them)?

 Xpert eleven & Olmec. Both tactical games. 

5) What's your second favourite sport (because football is your favourite obviously!)?

Cricket. Liked to play it. Football was more serious and Cricket was more fun. Mainly because I was rubbish.

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday April 13th, 2022 - 07:05:53 PM GMT
Retirements

No problem Robin, I was only asking because I know a lot has changed this season.

Need to post more blogs then.

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
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Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Wednesday April 13th, 2022 - 04:54:41 PM GMT
Manager Interview Returns

Hi All, 

I have sent you all a message, check your Inboxes. Please reply to with your answers and i will start to add them back to the main page again. 

The commish i am sure will compensate everyone for their time :)

Paul CHV

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday April 13th, 2022 - 01:10:35 PM GMT
Retirements

Sorry Andy . I meant to deal with this at start of season  , but completely forgot .

Not actually something I agreed with , Players you retire (DUMP) are usless so why should you get money for them .?

SO saddly no I will not be paying out money . Quote me the rules by all means , nothing I can do about that as I am unable to edit the rules.

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday April 13th, 2022 - 01:05:34 PM GMT
Questionnaire

1) What real life football team do you support and why?

BURNLEY . living in Africa 1956 saw an english newspaper and read about Football ;
picked Burnley as I liked the name supported them ever since.
 

2) What was the best game you've ever been to and why?

Hardly been to any due to various living locations ,missed out on several free cup finals ,
so nothing great to talk about.

 

3) Who is your all time favourite player and why?

Well seen most of the greats over time , 99 % on Tv : Cruyff/Gullit/Pele  
But for me it has to be Cristiano Ronaldo , nobody even comes close to this guy and still performing at highest level at age 37,,,,I would pay money  to watch him play .
 

4) How many other online football management games do you play (and list them)?

 Expert Eleven /. Soccer Project/ Championship Manager.

5) What's your second favourite sport (because football is your favourite obviously!)?

Cricket is my Favourite sport, a gentlemans game with excelent social aspects.

Also play in 3 online cricket leagues.

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
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Wednesday April 13th, 2022 - 10:50:45 AM GMT
Questionnaire

1) What real life football team do you support and why?

SC Heerenveen. When I was very young I lived in Amsterdam and everyone whas fan of Ajax. So I wanted the opposite and my mom liked Willem van Hanegem, so I became a Feyenoord fan. The older I got, the more I looked to my family history and we came from the north of the Netherlands. So during holidays I visit my family and stayed there as often as possible. Than I realized they had a team as well. Playing in the division below Feyenoord and never played at the highest level. My grandfather bought me a ticket when I was 15 and that match they promoted to the highest division in the Netherlands....since that moment I was a big fan and followed them all the way up to the Champions League and the current situation (middle of the league). I am volunteer for the club as I write in the magazine that is published every home game. 

2) What was the best game you've ever been to and why?

We had several games. But the best ones are against Ajax or Feyenoord. One game I remember very good as I my season ticket was right behind the goal. It was the last game of Pierre van Hooydonck for Feyenoord and Paul Bosveld for sc Heerenveen. Both teams could go into Europe, Feyenoord were 5th, Heerenveen 6th. W needed the win....and with a great Alfonso Alves we managed to get "Big Pete" into tears....(For the record, his son is now playing in our team and was the player of the week this week so no hard feelings). If you have some spare minutes here is the game in a few minutes...

https://youtu.be/GFdn0H7aRNI

 

3) Who is your all time favourite player and why?

Euhm...I do not really have one player. Marco van Basten, Romario, Ruud van Nistelrooy, Klaas Jan Huntelaar. I really like the strikers, but I cannot mention one pariculair...probably Van Basten, he gave The Netherlands a cup.

4) How many other online football management games do you play (and list them)?

SESL, OASL, and SFLSL.

5) What's your second favourite sport (because football is your favourite obviously!)?

Currently Formula 1. But I do also like to see the Tour de France. But Formula 1 is definitly something you can wake me up for.

 
Craig Bucknall
FC Dallas


 
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Wednesday April 13th, 2022 - 10:21:30 AM GMT
Andy...Retirements?

Sorry...can't answer your question Andy....BUT you DO get cash if you complete the questionnaire lol ;)

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
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Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Tuesday April 12th, 2022 - 11:42:10 PM GMT
Retirements

Do we still get cash for retirements, if so I have retired 4 players. Thanks.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Tuesday April 12th, 2022 - 07:25:05 PM GMT
Bio & Team Updates

The following teams receive Bio & Team Updates through :
MIN(100)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Tuesday April 12th, 2022 - 03:30:26 PM GMT
EASTVILLE

"Be I Brisol "  sad demise for Eastville , now a supermarket..., played there twice  ...no not the supermarket  LOL

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Tuesday April 12th, 2022 - 11:40:26 AM GMT
Questionnaire

1. Bristol Rovers (being born and bred less than 30 minutes from Eastville)

2.2007 play off final at Wembley-living near Shrewsbury and went down with the local fans on the coach and went to the Rovers end when I got there,what a game and what an atmoshere-will live in my memory forever-we started poorly and Shrewsbury scored on their 1st attack on 3 minutes, not the start we needed ,but we slowly played ourselves back into the game and Walker levelled things up on 20 minutes with a well taken goal 1-1,34 minutes and he beat the offside trap and lobbed the goalie 2-1,edgy stuff till 90 minutes when both sides could have scored more,added time and Shrewsbury had a corner on 93 minutes and sent everybody up including their goalie,it was cleared out and came to Igoe who sprinted away and rolled it into an empty net 3-1 and we went up to division 1,had loads of stick on the way home on the coach ,but were all still mates today and still talk about this amazing day.

3.Richard Walker -on his day he could outsmart any defender and on play off day he was brilliant.

4.SESL  ROSS COUNTY      SFLSL  THE NEW SAINTS

5.Rugby Union -a real mans game 

Football is just a business now with no passion to pull on a shirt like the old days ,especially in the premier league. 

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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1 League Titles
Tuesday April 12th, 2022 - 10:37:22 AM GMT
Questionnaire

A nice introduction Craig, and one which should get 100% participation (but likely won't..)

1) What real life football team do you support and why?

Hibs - although the family was living in Aberdour in Fife at the time, I was born in Edinburgh close to Hearts end of the city. But in 1956 when I started to play and enjoy football Hearts won the Scottish Cup and I took pity on the "other" Edinburgh side, and followed them ever since. Not for me looking to be associated with the "big" clubs without a connection whatosever. Followed them faithfully through the 60s and 70s till they took on Alex Miller (one time assistant coach at Liverpool) who decided 0-0 was a good score to keep and played 5 across the park - totally against previous Hibs philosophies of attacking football and 4-3 or at times 3-4 at least provided entertainment.. 

2) What was the best game you've ever been to and why?

Years ago it was a Dunfermline Athletic 5 Hibs 6 match played at East End Park Dunfermline. Hibs were 2-0 up at the break and it went to 4-0 before the Pars realised that Thomson Allan in the Hibs goal couldn't deal with high balls. Score went to 1-4, then 1-5 before the home team started lobbing the ball into Allan's box. Score went to 5-5 and they even hit the post before Hibs broke away, got a free kick taken quickly and Scott raced through to hit a shot which had rebounded from the Pars keeper and the ball just crept over the line. Referee blew for full time as the kick off was taken, and a Pars supporter (a mate of mine, George McDonald) burst into tears. Pars had scored their last 4 goals inside the last 12 minutes and it looked like they would go on to win...

3) Who is your all time favourite player and why?

Pat Stanton of Hibs was a gentleman sweeper a la Beckenbauer. He controlled the team from the park - unfortuantely he couldn't make the swap to manager after he retired, but you wanted a player. He was never in trouble with referees and when I won a competition with the Edinburgh Evening News for tickets to the Hibs story being played out in an Edinburgh theatre, part of the win was I received a football signed by the current Hibs team presented to me by Pat Stanton, by now well retired. A real gent.

4) How many other online football management games do you play (and list them)?

SESL, OASL, and just finished a season with Elite and MSWL.

5) What's your second favourite sport (because football is your favourite obviously!)?

College US Football

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday April 12th, 2022 - 07:18:59 AM GMT
Auction Bids

Looks to me like no one is interested in the lots.

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Tuesday April 12th, 2022 - 02:26:40 AM GMT
Auction Results

No idea as to what is going on , last 2 auctions , so many missing bids ? I will look into it .

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Monday April 11th, 2022 - 09:58:53 PM GMT
Questionairre

1. Support is an exaggeration but Nottingham Forest. My dad was a Forest fan and although we lived in Derbyshire we had a Nottingham address and post code. And we lived closer to Nottingham than Derby.

I did go to games - pretty much every home game from Jan 1978 to the end of that season and the season after. I'd been to three Leicester games with university mates and asked a mate back home if he wanted to watch Forest in the F.A. Cup. And I was hooked. The reason I stopped going was because It was my final year at by university and they made the East Stand where I watched from into all seater and I didn't enjoy watching from behind the goal. And it went up to £2 which was too much.

2. European Cup 1st round in 1978. Forest had won the league and Liverpool the European Cup and were drawn to play each other, City Ground for the first leg. The only full capacity match I ever attended, electric atmosphere and Forest won 2-0. I still remember Colin Barratt's goal to this day. Still not sure why the left back was in the penalty area to volley home but I often watch it on YouTube.

3. John Robertson. Robbo played left wing, though right footed, and was then the best dead ball kicker in the game. He was short and a little tubby, couldn't head the ball or run well. But he was deadly over two paces.

He scored the 3rd goal, with a diving header of all things, in the 3-3 draw against Cologne in the semi-funal  (Forest went on to win the second leg 1-0 away) and provided the cross for Francis to score in the final. He also scored the only goal when the beat Hamburg in the final the following season.

4. SESL and SFLSL, United and U2. 

5. American Football.

 
Craig Bucknall
FC Dallas


 
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Monday April 11th, 2022 - 10:15:03 AM GMT
Manager Questionnaire ALL MUST RESPOND ;)

Here it is, just cut and paste then answer away please.... :)

1) What real life football team do you support and why?

 

2) What was the best game you've ever been to and why?

 

3) Who is your all time favourite player and why?

 

4) How many other online football management games do you play (and list them)?

 

5) What's your second favourite sport (because football is your favourite obviously!)?

 

 

Right, that'll do for now. Very easy and a nice little earner from not much work :)

 
Craig Bucknall
FC Dallas


 
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Monday April 11th, 2022 - 10:07:57 AM GMT
Generous

I've been more than generous this time with the Participation Bonus in an attempt to get you all typing!!

Response was a bit poor for week 1 BUT I'll give you all the benefit of the doubt as this is just week 1 and wasn't in any way a full week (see, I am generous and not the Worst Person in the World as some hat wearing friend of mine seems to think). ;)

I'm going to do a questionnaire in a minute that I'd like 100% PARTICIPATION from please...won't take long and can be as detailed or short as you wish :) Oh...and you've got all week to respond!

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday April 11th, 2022 - 10:04:14 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 11th April:
DAL(50) MIN(30) ROC(50) VAN(50)

 
Craig Bucknall
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Monday April 11th, 2022 - 10:03:06 AM GMT
You....

...wish Phil lol :)

You're looking for and finding things that aren't there.....other than the multiple examples you've provided....errmm....anyway, there's nothing in it......now where did I put my cowboy hat?*

 

 

*= see TMVL for the hat reference ;)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday April 11th, 2022 - 02:05:43 AM GMT
Press

As Clyde & Calvin would have said "Filip   is not being naughty in posting twice , should get paid twice" !

However I sense his "stalker" Craig will see it differently ...nice try Phil   :)

 
Phil McIntosh
Rochester Rhinos


 
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Team Trophy Case
2 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Monday April 11th, 2022 - 12:11:33 AM GMT
Craig is STILL the worst person in the world

Reposting as my parent club, as is proper...

Okay. Let me explain. In MSWL, Craig managed to notice that more often than not my lineups come sliding in just a minute or maybe minutes before the deadline. This is even more nail biting than my typical "day of" entries in other games. But Craig has the watchdog eye on me every session, and isn't beyond throwing a friendly taunt or two in my direction. Then, Craig joins TMVL and is assigned a new team that has a new logo that is impeccably similar in color scheme and design to my own team which has been in existence from the beginning of time....or the league...whichever came later.  Despite my demands for him to cease and desist, I continue to be infringed, injured and irreparably harmed by his insensitive and invasive actions. Now, in OASL, I notice that he is at the helm of the team I used to manage in my first stint in this game. 

This man is on my trail, I tell you, and he is indeed the worst person in the world.

 
Phil McIntosh Jnr
Gananda Bandits S.C.


 
Recent Entries
Monday April 11th, 2022 - 12:09:27 AM GMT
Craig is the worst person in the world.

Okay. Let me explain. In MSWL, Craig managed to notice that more often than not my lineups come sliding in just a minute or maybe minutes before the deadline. This is even more nail biting than my typical "day of" entries in other games. But Craig has the watchdog eye on me every session, and isn't beyond throwing a friendly taunt or two in my direction. Then, Craig joins TMVL and is assigned a new team that has a new logo that is impeccably similar in color scheme and design to my own team which has been in existence from the beginning of time....or the league...whichever came later.  Despite my demands for him to cease and desist, I continue to be infringed, injured and irreparably harmed by his insensitive and invasive actions. Now, in OASL, I notice that he is at the helm of the team I used to manage in my first stint in this game. 

This man is on my trail, I tell you, and he is indeed the worst person in the world.

 
Craig Bucknall
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Sunday April 10th, 2022 - 09:54:04 PM GMT
David...plus...LAST CALL!!

...sorry but I don't add the bio updates cash...that's Mr Commish as far as I'm aware?!?

And LAST CALL if you'd like some cash!!!

Get blogging/journalling anything and you'll get paid!!

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Sunday April 10th, 2022 - 04:03:32 PM GMT
Press

Craig, Just updated my personal bios (did it at the beginning of this season, but added and subtracted some) and have done a new Update on the team's bios.   Cheers.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday April 10th, 2022 - 03:01:57 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 26:
Langley F.C. - MVP #4: 1 CP (DwW)
Gananda Bandits S.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)
Seattle Sounders - MVP #4: 1 CP (Www)
Atlanta Silverbacks - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dWW)

 
Craig Bucknall
FC Dallas


 
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Sunday April 10th, 2022 - 12:24:37 PM GMT
Press Stuff

For me, the thing to remember is press can be about anything (Robin's posts excepted lol) from the game itself to your dogs sunbathing in the tiniest slit of sunlight on the floor (which mine are doing now funnily enough :) ).

Personally, I like finding out what people are up to, what they enjoy, why they do what they do etc...not just because I'm nosey but also through the fear of missing out lol :)

Polls asking for peoples views/experiences are usually good because we all like to talk about ourselves don't we?! :)

Anyway, you can expect something along those lines in due course...unless someone beats me to it?!?!

 
Phil McIntosh
Rochester Rhinos


 
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2 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday April 10th, 2022 - 02:52:25 AM GMT
Press

Never known Robin to have an opinion about anything, right? At least I've never known him to be vocal about anything...

Press is one of the most vital parts of the game, because it allows the community aspect of the game to flourish. There was a day when I was extremely active in press and might have been pretty good at it, but I'm not nearly as active on these pages as I used to be. Press always fell under the responsibilities of my cats, Clyde & Calvin. For 17 years these crazy tabbies typed out press, criticized game strategies, and made a mockery of league ownership. They were fun, creative and controversial, but they couldn't type worth a darn. 

Sadly, when they passed away I found that i didn't have any heart for the press pages anymore. I thought it would get better with time but strangely, it has not. 

But I do recognize the importance of press. Probably has more value than the running of the games itself. We really don't understand the value of that community until one of us disappears, or dies. Or there's a pandemic. Or a war in someone's backyard. 

We had a guy many years ago named Mohd Noor. He was a riot, and maybe in part because English wasn't his strong point and he said a lot of funny stuff as we all worked through communication about strategies and tactics. Back then, we would connect in chat rooms as managers from time to time, just for fun, and the participation was fun and a lot of friendships were built. Then one day he just disappeared from the game without warning. Always seemed like a missing piece of the puzzle without him. 

I've tried to reignite my press prowress, but my current cat Zorro lacks the zeal for the job. But, I appreciate those that do and, of course, the press manager who tallies to totals. I used to fill that role for SESL, before the days of the blog, and managers would e-mail me press and I would put together a newsletter. It was time consuming but in large part it was appreciated. There was always the odd duck that would shout out about deserving 40k instead of 35k, etc. That never ended well for the writer. :-)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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Saturday April 9th, 2022 - 11:07:34 PM GMT
Know we Know !

Sadly no you don't ...I do not vote .

Managed to keep my name OFF the Electrol Roll  whilst living in Privarte accomodation .

Soon as I moved into council  property my name was on the list ...borrocks ...

Got hounded by enforcement officers when we had the Cencus , threatened me with jail etc ,,,told them to take a long walk on a short Pier ,,,still here today, still being an  annoying   ......!

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Saturday April 9th, 2022 - 09:25:25 PM GMT
Now we know

Which political leaning Robin has -  but I'll not get involved in the Chinese Flu chat - I'm leaving my participation to be about football- and I might still earn some cash.

Forgot about bios money - will do mine tomorrow, Craig..💰💰👍👍

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Saturday April 9th, 2022 - 04:18:32 PM GMT
Bio & Team Updates

The following teams receive Bio & Team Updates through :
DAL(100)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Saturday April 9th, 2022 - 02:30:14 PM GMT
Money

Was wondering what waffle I could come up with to earn those KKK ... mind you  KKK is not very PC  as in America it stands for Clue Cluks Clan   .. those Americans could never sphell .....I digress .

Did want to mention The Mass Murderer Boris Johnston , but Craig said no polotics , but the he not really a polotician , he is mass murderer. Did you know in an interview 2019 he stated "Too many people living in UK , we need to reduce the numbers".

Certainly did that thanks to covid ..on March 3rd 2020 he announced on TV "we are not going to panic we are going to do nothing ...wash your hands." at the time we had 38 cases of covid no deaths.  But his target was there ready and waiting  The OLD Age Pensioners  .kill them off reduces population and cuts govmnt spending ...brilliant plan  ,and it worked  killed off thousands . ...Missed David & me .

Personally I would take him outside shoot him ,smash his head with a hammer / cut his head off , run him over with a bus ...and then probably kill him .

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Friday April 8th, 2022 - 11:43:04 AM GMT
Craig and participating

Well done Craig, you have stated your requirements well and now it's up to us (and you) to earn the shekels 💰💰

 
Craig Bucknall
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Friday April 8th, 2022 - 11:38:17 AM GMT
Participation Bonus Deadlines

Forgot to mention...the deadline will be Sunday so any blogs from the Monday to the Sunday inclusive will be paid the Monday after the Sunday deadline...that makes sense in my head so I hope it makes sense written down :)

Here's an example and FIRST DEADLINE IS SUNDAY 10th APRIL...plus as an added bonus, I will backdate the Participation Bonus to Monday 4th April so the first week of Bonus looks like this:

Blogs/journals between Monday 4th April to Sunday 10th April inclusive = qualify for Participation Bonus paid Monday 11th April

 
Craig Bucknall
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Friday April 8th, 2022 - 11:08:11 AM GMT
Press Cash ££££

Morning all

Those of you who manage in SESL will be well aware how this all works and it'll work pretty much the same in OASL but for those unfamiliar this is how it works....the bottom line is, it's a way to earn some extra cash, which is always a winner :)

1) You can earn your team a maximum of 50k per week through blogging and journals. Pre/post match comments are welcomed of course but they don't contribute the Participation Bonus.

2) Every single blog/journal will count towards the 50k, even one liners. The longer/detailed the blog/journal the better but you DO NOT need to write War & Peace, far from it. The aim is just to get participation up with the cash being used to dangle the carrot

3) As little as two entries could earn you the max cash, depends on what it is. I, unfortunately, am judge and jury but the formula used will be the same for all

4) The subject matter is irrelevant. It can be anything relating to your team/squad, your opponents, upcoming games and/or anything outside of the game (but perhaps not religion and politics of course lol)

5) That's about it...other than I will look to apply your hard earned bonus cash each Monday. Sometimes life may get in the way but if it does I'll do my best to make it Tuesday at the latest. Any other problems and I'll let you know.

So there we have it, feel free to ask any questions (these will, of course, earn you cash!!) and I'll do my best to help.

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday April 8th, 2022 - 02:34:46 AM GMT
GOOD NEWS

Craig is going to take over Press reviews . that includes posts on Blog and journals , so get active and earn some money for your team .

I will leave it up to Craig to tell you what he is paying out and When

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday April 6th, 2022 - 06:01:40 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 25:
New England Revolution - MVP #3: 1 TP (wdW)
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #3: 1 TP (Wwd)

 
Craig Bucknall
FC Dallas


 
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Wednesday April 6th, 2022 - 01:32:22 PM GMT
Miracle Worker

....erm, not sure about walking on water...ice maybe but I'd be like Bambi!!

I'd love to think I could work miracles....but I think there's more chance of me needing them!

As for the going easy on me, yes please :)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Tuesday April 5th, 2022 - 07:03:49 PM GMT
New Manager / New Poll

FC Dallas has a new manager , Craig Bucknall...a newbie guys so go easy on him  :)

 

NEW POLL

Will Craig be able to save Dallas from relecation , I have heard he can walk on water , but can he Perform Miracles ?

 
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Sunday April 3rd, 2022 - 04:31:54 PM GMT
Fines

The following teams receive Fines through :
LHT(-50) USB(-50)

 
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Sunday April 3rd, 2022 - 03:02:24 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 24:
Washington Diplomats - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)
Savannah Celtic FC - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wDw)
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #3: 1 TP (wwW)
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #4: 1 CP (WWd)
Real Salt Lake - MVP #3: 1 TP (wwW)

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
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Thursday March 31st, 2022 - 06:50:05 PM GMT
Crazy but not THAT Crazy

In the Dave Dowson Shield final both Minnesota and Colorado's keepers were the highest SL players on the pitch but neither were selected to take a penalty in the shoot out.

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
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Thursday March 31st, 2022 - 06:47:13 PM GMT
RE:Crazy

My Rapids could also fall into that situation then Steve and I wonder how many other teams might have a higher SL keeper than their FW or MA?

I could max out an MA to go level in SL with the keeper but I wouldn't be surprised if it still picked the keeper first for any penalties.

Does it do this for any penalty shoot outs?

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Thursday March 31st, 2022 - 11:32:58 AM GMT
Music poll

No music lovers here then , had zero response to my previous FUN blog.

Was going to put 2 tunes up each wk for you to vote on , and at considerable expense come up with a fantastic award !

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Thursday March 31st, 2022 - 11:23:47 AM GMT
Filip

Good boy Phil ,listened to what your Mum said all those years ago , no naughty thoughts. :)

Inbox mail to you .

 
Phil McIntosh
Rochester Rhinos


 
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Thursday March 31st, 2022 - 03:20:03 AM GMT
MSA

I have a few words to say about MSA but my mother taught me that if I didn't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all...

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Wednesday March 30th, 2022 - 09:50:12 PM GMT
[SPOILER] Crazy

Loose ref? Sends a player off in the first minute.

Now I always thought it was the highest shooting SL player that took the penalty. Nope - just the highest SL player that happened to be my GK. 

Pity he didn't score but at such a low ShSL what do you expect?

 
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Wednesday March 30th, 2022 - 06:02:57 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 23:
Miami FC - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Www)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Tuesday March 29th, 2022 - 03:40:16 PM GMT
FUN

let us have a bit of fun , light relief ....send ME link to your fav . song/tune and I will post it on Poll .

 
Stephen Williams Jnr
Laredo Heat


 
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Tuesday March 29th, 2022 - 03:15:24 PM GMT
Pushed the button

I prefer the video one tot he one that causes MSA

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Monday March 28th, 2022 - 09:28:18 AM GMT
MSA

Robin, how could you put on a video like that of your grand daughters - actually it did kind of numb the effect of MSA.. but only just... 😳😳😳😳😳

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Sunday March 27th, 2022 - 08:49:28 PM GMT
MSA

Sorry guys it has been done , but give you something nice to look at .

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oJDGcxAf9D8

 
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Sunday March 27th, 2022 - 03:02:00 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 22:
Golden Gophers - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wDW)
Philadelphia Union - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (DWw)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Saturday March 26th, 2022 - 12:04:41 PM GMT
Politics in sport?

Complicated one this- all parties in power quickly move behind a successful team/player etc and like all those Man Utd/Liverpool fans who will NEVER see their team but link themselves to being supporters because they want people to think they back winners, it will always happen.

I don't agree with foreign owners buying into clubs IF they then use the club for their own ends- taking out a loan to buy the club and for some reason the club is saddled with a lifetime debt. Hearts, Glazer family etc spring to mind.

But as the various gmfootball authorities are too weak to stand up against this, or are more concerned with pocketing the riches that goes with a takeover (and they don't want to see any club go down outside of the Elite greedy bas****s in the Premier).

If the banks called time on all the clubs who are currently needing them to operate, be lucky if 2 would be left in the Premier...😡😡😡

 

 

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
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Saturday March 26th, 2022 - 08:07:52 AM GMT
Re: Poll

Used the wrong entity to write this....

Saturday Feeling | Saturday quotes funny, Good morning image quotes,  Saturday quotes

 
Simon Bijker Jnr
Red Force FC


 
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Saturday March 26th, 2022 - 08:06:34 AM GMT
Poll...

Nice poll, but as mentioned it is not that only question. There is more around it. 

I agree with the bans, because of the idea behind it. The end result that wants to be reached.

I hate to see this comming back into the sports, but it is a part of life, the sports and the war.

If we go back 80 years, with the knowledge of now, we would have banned a lot of events and probably also the athletes of Germany. Or am I totally wrong? 

 
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Wednesday March 23rd, 2022 - 06:18:58 PM GMT
Physio Boost

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GOG(-40)

 
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Wednesday March 23rd, 2022 - 06:18:18 PM GMT
Fines

The following teams receive Fines through NMR:
WDP(-50)

 
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Wednesday March 23rd, 2022 - 06:02:26 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 21:
Gananda Bandits S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Wednesday March 23rd, 2022 - 09:17:25 AM GMT
Upcoming games

Some of the upcoming games - basically the next month - will add to it as some games are completed.

Tonight is Session 21

SESSION  21   Youth Cup Game 5  
SESSION  22 League 1,2,3,4   MSA
SESSION  23   AS Cup group game 1  
SESSION  24 League 1,2,3,4    
SESSION  25   AS Cup group game 2  
SESSION  26 League 1,2,3,4    
SESSION  27   AS Cup group game 3 6th Auction
SESSION  28 League 1,2,3,4    
SESSION  29   Youth Cup Quarter Finals  

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Monday March 21st, 2022 - 09:48:01 AM GMT
Aa - Robin

But the front page says 24th April - I am sure you meant March - anyway if it gets done after this Sunday's games - 27th March - it will be as near as dammit half way through the season.. :-)

Also the evening before is the change in the clocks - hour goes forward so clubs should watch their times for putting in team lines....

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Monday March 21st, 2022 - 02:30:08 AM GMT
MSA

MSA has been on front Page for a while now , I had set it for 24th .

Think David is correct so I will change that to 27th .

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Sunday March 20th, 2022 - 08:18:10 PM GMT
Andy

Normally it is after the completion of the DD Shield,the Youth Cup section games, and the first half of the league games, but this season we are reduced in numbers, so MSA is planned for AFTER next Sunday's League games, and before the first of the Al Sellers group matches due on Wednesday 30th March.

SO, MSA is sometime next Sunday EVENING (and after the day's matches) - 27th March.

On the subject of auctions, we realise that with only 20 teams perhaps 5 auctions should be the right number (especially as few teams enter them.   But we couldn't change it for this season, but next season Robin might consider 3 before MSA and 2 after MSA - up to him..

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
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Sunday March 20th, 2022 - 07:05:46 PM GMT
MSA

When is it due to happen? Should it have been before auction 5 ?

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
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Sunday March 20th, 2022 - 05:43:02 PM GMT
[SPOILER] When did MIN become Dunfermline?

FINAL SCORE: Chivas X - DUNFERMLINE X

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Sunday March 20th, 2022 - 04:58:51 PM GMT
Physio Boost

Physio boost for Lewis (GOG) - that should be okay with everybody now I guess...😳😳

 
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Sunday March 20th, 2022 - 03:03:18 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 20:
Laredo Heat - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wwD)
Langley F.C. - MVP #3: 1 TP (Dww)
North Sound Seawolves - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wdw)
Charleston Battery - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Www)
Colorado Rapids - MVP #4: 1 CP (WWD)

 
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Sunday March 20th, 2022 - 02:22:19 PM GMT
Physio Boost

The following teams receive Physio Boost through Refund:
GOG(40)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Sunday March 20th, 2022 - 02:19:14 PM GMT
PHysio Boost

Physio Boost did not cmply as per rules , so has been revoked

 
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Sunday March 20th, 2022 - 09:48:46 AM GMT
Physio Boost

The following teams receive Physio Boost through 20th March for Adam Lewis....:
GOG(-40)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Saturday March 19th, 2022 - 08:42:17 PM GMT
NEW POLL

Politics in sport ?  I always thought it was banned .

But we have issues every year about poppies on shirts , the Premier League still caary on with "taking the Knee" long after the event , now chelsea are being punished because the Owner is Russian , is this what should happen in Football /

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Saturday March 19th, 2022 - 08:41:28 PM GMT
NEW POLL

Politics in sport ?  I always thought it was banned .

But we have issues every year about poppies on shirts , the Premier League still caary on with "taking the Knee" long after the event , now chelsea are being punished because the Owner is Russian , is this what should happen in Football /

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
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Saturday March 19th, 2022 - 01:24:52 AM GMT
Not Excelling

David I'm afraid I'm the wrong person to ask about excel or the technicalities of the system.

I regularly struggle to get tables uploaded on the Sanc front page.

I don't think I've even owned a device with excel on it for the last 20 odd years

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Friday March 18th, 2022 - 02:22:52 PM GMT
A question Roy..

On the front page it says update with free text and update with fixed text..

I have always updated free text but find my Excel tables are skewed (such as in the youth pages).

If I Update with Fixed Text does that mean what it says in that it will print my tables and results exactly as I copy them from Excel or Word?

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Friday March 18th, 2022 - 07:08:12 AM GMT
Thanks Roy!!

Might have been next season before Robin got there but it's done now and it's more obvious on the front page now. Cheers. 👍👍

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
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Friday March 18th, 2022 - 12:49:32 AM GMT
Blair Witched

Looks like your photo to me David.

I have to say I forgot the Youth tables were on the front page.

I've deleted the white space - it was just at the bottom of Rob's Review

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Thursday March 17th, 2022 - 06:57:28 PM GMT
I did say …

That youth games would be on the front page under its own section and has been for a few seasons.

Tables only show tables for 2 cups - and here they are the DD Shield abs the Al Sellers Cup (senior teams).

NOW, if Robin,or you Steve, could "lose" the blank space down to the Youth section that would be great - I just do the results etc but am not up to the presentation part - heck I can't get my own photo to take over from Alon's grin, and I am now past bothering about it..🤓🤓🤔🤔

 
Steve Turner Jnr
Fall River Rovers


 
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Thursday March 17th, 2022 - 06:35:23 PM GMT
In my defence

The table I was looking at is the one following the button at the top that says "Tables".

And i didn't expect to have to scroll down past 2 or 3 screens of pure white space to see anything important.

No I didn't know we'd qualified.

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Thursday March 17th, 2022 - 03:02:48 PM GMT
Steve part 2

And after the 3 games it seems you have qualified for the last 8  but you would know that already...  :-) 

 

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Thursday March 17th, 2022 - 02:56:57 PM GMT
Were you a referee, Steve?

Can't see your query, Steve.

Fall River Rovers have played 3 games and complete their programme next Wednesday - the table says you have played 3, and the 3 matches are listed. I updated the whole thing not long after the games were played - as fast as I could...and before your Blog    :-)

 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Thursday March 17th, 2022 - 01:01:31 PM GMT
YTH Cup

Not sure what you are seeing as it shows you played 3 ?

David my Star Assistant has been doing the tables and as far as I can see he has not been on site since your post !

 
Steve Turner Jnr
Fall River Rovers


 
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Thursday March 17th, 2022 - 10:57:42 AM GMT
Allan Sellers Cup

What's going off here for the Youth? We've played 3 games  and the table says we've played 2. No idea where we stand as it's obviously not at a knock out stage yet.

 
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Wednesday March 16th, 2022 - 11:24:07 PM GMT
Fines

The following teams receive Fines through :
CCK(-50) KCA(-50)

 
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Sunday March 13th, 2022 - 03:01:59 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 18:
Carson City Kickers - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (dWW)
Seattle Sounders - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWW)
Real Salt Lake - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Wednesday March 9th, 2022 - 11:59:40 PM GMT
Its a Game

Fully understand where you are coming from , but our game has been left behind , we need to offer more .

when "united" started as PBM  it was basic . Al came along and updated that game adding other features ,

However that was YEARS ago time has moved on as have other Football games on the net along with the world wide acclaimed FIFA game.

I play in 3 other football games on the net and all are in advance of our game  ,the best probably being https://trophymanager.com/home/ .

We have dificulty in attracting new players into our game and as people leave our nubers are reducing .

I try to come up with features that will add to the game and extend the managers brain . Mike Morton was good at this and brought in max SL into sanc which is very realistic and probably makes Sanc the Hardest to win and stay at the top .

We only have to look at recod books for OASL and see Bills domination of this league , why, because of money .

Time for us to think to the future and be able to offer NEW players and existing ones more features so they want to stay and want to join .

 
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Wednesday March 9th, 2022 - 06:02:53 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 17:
Langley F.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Wednesday March 9th, 2022 - 05:27:22 PM GMT
Aagh memories

Robin, it's always good to remember past "good" times - but OASL isn't real life - it's a game.

But it is YOUR game and a solution has to be somewhere else - good luck with it... 🤓🤓

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Wednesday March 9th, 2022 - 08:58:44 AM GMT
Aagh memories

Robin, it's always good to remember past "good" times - but OASL isn't real life - it's a game.

But it is YOUR game and a solution has to be somewhere else - good luck with it... 🤓🤓

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Tuesday March 8th, 2022 - 11:47:01 PM GMT
Ideas

please keep ideas coming , but I am going to stop Phil & David.   The yth league is there to develope new players and to provide money for 1st team  , that will remain in place. the better the yth team the more money it brings in for 1st team , that is why I push managers to take more interest in yth teams. As to extra Cp for YTH ...NO ..

it takes me back to my yth say 23 , when I played against a team call Stockwood jnrs. a bunch of 14 yr olds  with I snr player GOUGH  36 ex Bath city in the team ...they beat us 9-1 !!!   turns out they were Bristol City yth team and had the 2 Mabbut brothers in the team ....so only ONE old age player in yth team .

 
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Tuesday March 8th, 2022 - 10:23:33 AM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 8th March....:
CHA(120) CLB(25) DC(70) MIA(150) MIN(170) NE(90) ROC(100) SEA(95) VAN(125)

 
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Tuesday March 8th, 2022 - 09:24:15 AM GMT
Cup Draw Participation

The following teams receive Cup Draw Participation through 8th March ……:
PHI(30)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Tuesday March 8th, 2022 - 09:22:48 AM GMT
Phil is on the right track

Why not keep the youth money with the youth and let the youth team buy CPs at 100k each - maximum say 10CPs per season (if cash goes too high make it 150k per CP. it can be tweaked per season depending upon the average monies each youth team has?

That cuts the senior teams "bonus" each season.

PS MIN's starting money was not the highest, many teams had comparable amounts, and shock horror, Alon had earned it through his team's results. But at least there is chat about it, and talking is good. 👍👍

 

 

 
Phil McIntosh
Rochester Rhinos


 
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Tuesday March 8th, 2022 - 05:16:48 AM GMT
Money

I don't pretend to understand the intracies of this game, so feel free to disregard this if I'm off base...

What Robin is proposing feels like a tax on winning, and it just doesn't feel right. If the problem is too much money in the game, and the source of that money is the youth league, I suggest finding a way to prevent that youth league money from coming into the game. It seems like that could be done in a fashion that affects each team equally, and would reduce the amount of money in the game without impacting one team over the other. 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Monday March 7th, 2022 - 11:08:45 PM GMT
Daft Robin

Daft or not so daft . ....absolutely no intention of doing anything THIS season , firstly up for debate , then up for a poll...takes us well into this season .

Min losing so much money !  why not ...Starting Balance5 312 million

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Monday March 7th, 2022 - 07:57:09 PM GMT
Robin's (not so well thought out) plan

Got to say for someone who hasn't time to award player retirement cash, you can come up with the daftest schemes and quickly.

Okay, maybe not daft, but no way it can be implemented during a season. You can announce it for future seasons, like next season, but you just can't invoke a scheme on a whim mid season... There, my tuppence worth!!

Hitting clubs who have managed to earn winnings through previous seasons is a turn off for managers wanting to win competitions -why bother when the Commish will deduct the prize money anyway.  

On that basis MIN might expect to pay up to around $1.32m @ 60k per week - 22 weeks - not going to happen, is it?

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Monday March 7th, 2022 - 04:17:07 PM GMT
MONEY

I have always thought OASL had too much money floating around , especially with the big bonus from the yth teams at end of season .
Does this make managers less concerned about financial situation / and push up Auction prices ?

What I was thinking of making us more aware/and realistic , in watching our finances.
So what I am proposing is a weekly deduction to main league teams  based on SL.
Listed below are the 2 top teams SL  , me as average and poor Jason who has least money .

Minnesota Thunder Div1    Avg gate 86K    25play.SL    612
Seattle Sounders    Div2    Avg gate    81k   25play SL    622
Vancouver Whiteca Div2    Avg gate 68k    23playSl        496
Carolina RailHawksDiv2    Avg gate 74k    25playSL        513

Based on above;  top 2 would pay 60k per wk  ..me 40k  and Jason 50k.
Still teams would bring in money , more if playing twice in the week .
Have a think ...shoot me down , or any other ideas.
have a discussion and I will run a poll later.

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Monday March 7th, 2022 - 03:16:04 PM GMT
Passive players

Aggression doesn't affect shooting SL. Passive, normal, aggressive or dirty your Shooting SL stays the same. Been like that forever as far as I know.

Same with GKs in that their save chance is the same. However a passive GK loses the difference in SL to GP and an aggressive gains GP. 

So SL 32 playing p means a loss of 8 GP. Aggressive gains 8 GP. This was to stop SL 40 save chance. This was changed more recently - like 14 years ago.

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
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Monday March 7th, 2022 - 12:53:04 AM GMT
What Robin Said...

...about the "NO IDEA" part.  Outside of a couple of quick fixes I haven't been in this version of the code for 15 years.  And then adding "what was I thinking 15 years ago..." would be even harder (impossible) to decipher/remember.

So, sorry Paul, I really can't help here.  Maybe someone in SESL can help if they've seen NMRs to see if this is the norm or not.  I wouldn't be able to give you an accurate answer without digging into the code and I have a lot of other priorities at the moment.

I'm only here to make up the numbers and get an MVP once every 3 seasons...

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Sunday March 6th, 2022 - 11:56:52 PM GMT
Passive MA

Wow ! what a spot ,you have picked out something I would never hae spotted .

So to answer your question ....NO idea ... you need BIG Al to answer that one as it he, wat wrote this game ...

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
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Sunday March 6th, 2022 - 10:17:02 PM GMT
Question on Passive MA

I have noticed something. DAL look to have NMR'd against me in the game. All the players SH SL seem to have been lower than expected. That is expected. But 2 players seem to be exempt for that. The 2 MA players kept their SH SL at their top level even though passive. 
is there a reason why the SH SL of the MA are not affected when playing Passive?

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
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Sunday March 6th, 2022 - 09:06:00 PM GMT
Spoiler - Your Columbus Crew...

...just received their 2nd (I must have gotten 1 in the prior 2 seasons; right?) MVP under the watchful eye of...well...me.

Yes, I am a terrible manager.  But I will take any positives I can get!

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Sunday March 6th, 2022 - 04:03:45 PM GMT
COL, NE, SEA Please READ!!

A couple of days late but just to inform you that this Wednesday sees the Final and the 3rd/4th place game in the Dave Dowson Shield. Games geature COL v MIN and SEA v NE

These games will complete the competition for this season.

(In addition don't forget that this Wednesday also sees matchday 3 (of 5) in the Youth Cup.) 

 
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Sunday March 6th, 2022 - 03:50:21 PM GMT
Trade: VAN - MIN

VAN sends 70k to MIN for Rand Om (3/16 DF)

 
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Sunday March 6th, 2022 - 03:03:26 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 16:
Daniel Island S.A. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WDW)
Mount Tabor S.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)
Columbus Crew - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wDw)
Vancouver Whitecaps - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #3: 1 TP (WwW)
Chivas USA - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wDw)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
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186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Thursday March 3rd, 2022 - 02:45:36 PM GMT
Apologies for the NMR

Busy work week and lost track of days and matches - bad week to forget to get a lineup in!

 
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Wednesday March 2nd, 2022 - 06:01:45 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 15:
De Anza Force S.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)

 
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Sunday February 27th, 2022 - 03:02:59 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 14:
Carson City Kickers - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wDW)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday February 24th, 2022 - 01:54:41 AM GMT
Vacant Team

I have removed dave King from the game ,constant NMR !  So we have a vacancy  :)

 
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Wednesday February 23rd, 2022 - 06:01:42 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 13:
KC Athletics - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (www)
Mount Tabor S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)
Colorado Rapids - MVP #3: 1 TP (Wdw)
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (dWw)
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #4: 1 CP (WDW)
New England Revolution - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WDW)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Tuesday February 22nd, 2022 - 06:59:31 PM GMT
Quick Question

just a thought , anybody out there fancy taking over as Commish ?

Mail me if you are interested  , I would remain as assistant dogsbody .>>>>

>>>I have mine David Blair ...but now he is moving into Trump Towers as President !

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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Tuesday February 22nd, 2022 - 06:45:25 PM GMT
OTF

Nice if you can get it , gives your team different options on tactics if you have good OTF .Currently 10 teams somewhat lacking in that dept.

Now on to other matters.

1. preseason I asked for some new players ....Nobody came fwd.

2.I asked for assistant ....................................Nobody came fwd

3. I asked for somebody to run Davids polls    Nobody came fwd

4. I needed somebody to do do press & bios   Nobody came fwd

Nobody has unfortunately  left the building , so we have no press bonus/bios/ etc so no money for you guys ...

Personally I blame Nobody

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Monday February 21st, 2022 - 09:33:17 AM GMT
OTF

I agree Steve, first time I can remember getting such a bargain - it's almost like there should be a minimum bid to secure the 3 OTF - if you get it cheaper you get the money back but NO OTF.  For now we both accept your good fortune.

 
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Sunday February 20th, 2022 - 11:18:55 PM GMT
Fines

The following teams receive Fines through :
TDL(-50)

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Sunday February 20th, 2022 - 10:03:02 PM GMT
3 OTF for 112k

Ridiculous really.

But both as bad as 3 OTF for 1k.

 
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Sunday February 20th, 2022 - 03:03:31 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 12:
Washington Diplomats - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Wdw)
De Anza Force S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dWW)
Langley F.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWw)
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (dWW)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday February 20th, 2022 - 02:48:32 PM GMT
Robin

Shame on you David , picking on old Scottish bloke with brain size of peanut. American football is VERY complcated ,have to understand all the different "plays"  , fortunately back in the day I had my abacus to help me .

Ask Mr. Sellers he will tell you it is DIFFICULT  to play . Try telling an American the rules of Cricket !:  just like telling a Scottish person the rules of American Football......DOH

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Saturday February 19th, 2022 - 09:21:08 AM GMT
Robin Rule 2

Al, why not re-create it, and just not let Robin play in it???   It can't have been that difficult, eh?  :-) :-)

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
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483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Friday February 18th, 2022 - 07:22:02 PM GMT
The Robin Rule...

Thanks Steve for the plug!  Anyone who wants to give it a try please let us know.

Yes Robin, Max is a little older now, and you are right I think we had an American football league at one point (early 2000's?).  

Sadly that league succumbed to the Robin Rule where once Robin wins, the league has to fold...😎

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday February 18th, 2022 - 04:02:07 PM GMT
TMVL

Good for you Steve in promoting Al's new game  , expect Max has got his own chair by now rather than sitting on dads knee :)

Good for Al to come up with someting new also , not a game I follow except watching the Girls play Beach volley ball !

I do recall Al starting an American Football game way back in time , which I really enjoyed , and to everyones surprise I won it ! .. probably upset a few Americans as to how a fat semi-drunk Scottish  person won !  anyway game did not last long ..DOH.

Good luck

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Thursday February 17th, 2022 - 05:29:20 PM GMT
Plug for TMVL

I play in TMVL, probably the only online volleyball simulator in the whole Universe, which is run by Al Sellers and coded by him and his son, Max. I think it's brilliant and hope some of you would like it. Al is looking for about 8 more coaches as the site is growing from 16 to 32 teams next season. Games are run on a Saturday at 9 PM UK time (usually - sometimes Al is away watching Max playing volleyball at college) - next season it's likely to be over 12 sessions with a 13th post season session. Turnarounds between seasons are quick (this one will be slower due to extra coding). If you join you can pick your own team name within reason. Like OASL you have a team of players of different ages and skills (and I'll use OASL terminology for similar things) that you can coach with CP. Players age each season but don't lose SL. However after their 4th season they retire. New players are bought in auctions to replace those retiring but they don't play till the following season. If you don't get enough players (and not everybody can) then you get more, with less skill, post season. Also post season you can increase the SL of players using XP which the players earn through playing games.

EL is different in that it starts at 0, can be increased to a maximum of 1 either with CP or not playing that session. Playing more than 2 games costs 1 EL per extra game with no minimum value (you play 2 to 4 games each session). A player's effectiveSL = SL+EL. Home games also increase effectiveSL in 3 skills

There are 5 positions for players (who can't play out of position) and each position has between 4 and 6 skills. For example an outside hitter can serve, receive, set, defend, block or attack. A libero does 4 of these. You can only CP one per session per player so you have to choose which to increase. On average you'll be using CP on 5 to 7 players per session (they don't have to play). At the end of season XP can be used on multiple skills but only once per skill.

There are lots of decisions to make in this game and I still don't know the best tactics. If you want to have a look either email me at Steveturner200 on gmail or inbox me.

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Wednesday February 16th, 2022 - 08:18:39 PM GMT
[SPOILER] Dave Dowson Shield Update

Gents,  section matches are now completed and the tables are there to see on the front page, so below is the Quarter Final draw on the basis of W Section A v 4th Section B, 2nd Section B v 3rd Section A, Winner Section B v 4th Section A, and 2nd Section A v 3rd Section B

  Quarter Finals  
Colorado Rapids           v FC Dallas
Seattle Sounders           v San Jose Earthquakes
Minnesota Thunder           v Rochester Rhinos
New England Revolution           v Real Salt Lake

Games are next Wednesday, along with the first matches in the Youth Cup (check your 2 teams fixtures regularly please)...

 

 
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Wednesday February 16th, 2022 - 06:01:49 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 11:
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (Wwd)

 
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Sunday February 13th, 2022 - 03:24:09 PM GMT
Fines

The following teams receive Fines through :
TDL(-50)

 
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Sunday February 13th, 2022 - 03:02:00 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 10:
Philadelphia Union - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Wwd)
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #3: 1 TP (wwW)
Houston Dynamo - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wwD)

 
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Wednesday February 9th, 2022 - 06:01:54 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 9:
Seattle Sounders - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (Dww)
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wdW)
Colorado Rapids - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WDw)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Wednesday February 9th, 2022 - 09:08:26 AM GMT
CP question

Normally all CPs earned by youth teams for MVPs (always later in the season as TPs are paid initially) were converted to TPs but if you leave it alone Robin, then any earned this season could just be left at the youth team and used ON THE SAME PLAYER NOMINATED TO RECEIVE THE 5 CPS BOUGHT AT THE SEASON START. (If none bought then any earned could be used on any age 2 player.)

That doesn't need any action from yourself, Robin, your only other choice is to change any CPs earned to TPs as was always done before. 🤔🤔

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Tuesday February 8th, 2022 - 11:13:32 PM GMT
CP question

Normally all CPs earned by youth teams for MVPs (always later in the season as TPs are paid initially) were converted to TPs but if you leave it alone Robin, then any earned this season could just be left at the youth team and used ON THE SAME PLAYER NOMINATED TO RECEIVE THE 5 CPS BOUGHT AT THE SEASON START. (If none bought then any earned could be used on any age 2 player.)

That doesn't need any action from yourself, Robin, your only other choice is to change any CPs earned to TPs as was always done before. 🤔🤔

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Tuesday February 8th, 2022 - 08:56:36 PM GMT
Cp Question

Not sure about that nothing in the Rules , must have been something that David did .

I will have a think about that .

 
David Campbell
Charleston Battery


 
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326 - 233 - 487 (0.423)
Monday February 7th, 2022 - 09:41:58 PM GMT
CP question

Yes, what Roy said, sorry I wasnt clear :)  

 
James White
Kansas City Wizards


 
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568 - 221 - 389 (0.576)

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1 League Titles
Monday February 7th, 2022 - 08:25:45 PM GMT
[SPOILER] Poll Discussion

A clear winner in the poll and its not possible to be out voted now , even combining all other votes.

As two (possibly 3) people brought it up is it worth another poll with the options below

1 - 2 up 2 down

2  - 2 up 2 down plus one play off

any support ?

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
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397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Monday February 7th, 2022 - 08:15:53 PM GMT
MVP CP

The MVPs will automatically give out CP at some stages whether it's senior or youth team. Up until this season the youth teams weren't allowed to use CP so the commish would manually convert the CP to TP.

I think David is asking whether this will stay the same or if any CP gained by the youth team via MVP can be used. (Maybe give the manager the choice?)

The 5 CP reference I think is to do with the 5 CP now purchaseable pre-season by the youth teams. 

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
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Monday February 7th, 2022 - 04:17:01 PM GMT
NMR

Sorry for NMR(s)

Had a bereavement. Will get back to things this week.

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday February 6th, 2022 - 11:35:31 PM GMT
Rules etc.

Firstly Phil , I suspected that was the case , hope things get better for you .

David unsure what you are talking about what 5 free Cp ?

 
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Sunday February 6th, 2022 - 04:47:40 PM GMT
Trade: MIN - SJ

MIN sends 50k to SJ for Glenn Hoddle (7/14 SW)

 
David Campbell
Charleston Battery


 
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Team Record
326 - 233 - 487 (0.423)
Sunday February 6th, 2022 - 04:02:47 PM GMT
CP rules

Apologies but cant recall the initial discussion.  

In previous seasons, any CP gained from MVPs are converted to TPs because we didnt use CPs.  Will that still be the case or can you use your free 5 plus any others gained?  

Cheers

 
Phil McIntosh
Rochester Rhinos


 
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2 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday February 6th, 2022 - 03:30:41 PM GMT
ROC nmr

Hey, all. I apologize for the nmr. I'm sitting bedside with my father at the hospital this week. I am very distracted and don't know what day it is. Yesterday didn't sleep for about 24 hours. Thanks for the patience. 

 
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Sunday February 6th, 2022 - 03:21:07 PM GMT
Fines

The following teams receive Fines through :
GBS(-50) MTS(-50) TDL(-50)

 
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Sunday February 6th, 2022 - 03:02:45 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 8:
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)
Real Salt Lake - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wwW)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday February 6th, 2022 - 02:49:17 PM GMT
Yth Fines

If I can explain my reasoning behind fines in yth Lg. for NMR

My main objective is to make the yth league more competitive.
A number of managers just see the yth league as a cash mashine and yth provider at end of season !
It was set up to be more than that , I had long discussions with Dave before he set it up as I had previously
run a yth League in SANC.
Anyway it is a Match to be played and every manager should be doing his best to win the match .
You only got ONE main League game on the Sunday  so lose that and you end up kicking the cat , somewhat pissed off.
But wait you have a yth game also ,WIN that and Sunday is not so bad ...LOL   

lose yth game also , just shoot yourself.

There is so much money in OASL  a 50k fine is drop in the ocean , but let us not go there , you got a 2nd game , try to win the yth league  , Stop Dewar Jnr. from dominating ..!!

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
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Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday February 6th, 2022 - 01:53:35 PM GMT
Carrot or stick

Maybe don't fine teams, award 50k for five without missing one. 

 
Steve Turner Jnr
Fall River Rovers


 
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Sunday February 6th, 2022 - 12:10:10 PM GMT
NMR

Please reconsider fines for NMRing.

We don't NMR by choice.

 
James White Jnr
KC Athletics


 
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Team Record
213 - 92 - 195 (0.518)
Sunday February 6th, 2022 - 10:24:05 AM GMT
Youth player no energy

Must have been a great holiday for Robin Ricky as he has returned to club miles overweight , stinking of rum and worst of all with 0 EL !!!

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Sunday February 6th, 2022 - 12:43:51 AM GMT
Last season

Sorry guys but this is likely to be my last season 8n OASL. Nothing set in stone yet but I find I have less time to bother about this league.

 
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Friday February 4th, 2022 - 09:41:15 PM GMT
Trade: CHV - CHA

CHV sends David Buttercup (5/20 GK) to CHA for 220k

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Thursday February 3rd, 2022 - 08:45:21 AM GMT
All MANAGERS PLEASE REMEMBER

This Sunday starts your youth team league games. There will be one every Sunday from now on, AND from match 13 each Wednesday will feature a game for 16 of the 20 youth teams too. Keep an eye on your youth teams schedule - Cup matches are being scheduled around now.

 
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Wednesday February 2nd, 2022 - 06:02:57 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 7:
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Monday January 31st, 2022 - 08:13:44 PM GMT
Me!! Hopefully..

Is it me, just pressing Enter to find out...

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Monday January 31st, 2022 - 08:01:56 PM GMT
New Photo?

I had a look - I thought that was me about 30 years ago, but NO! I believe it is still Alon - will try to upload my visage!!

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
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Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Sunday January 30th, 2022 - 07:09:13 PM GMT
New Photo?

I like the new David Blair photo!

 

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Sunday January 30th, 2022 - 03:14:03 PM GMT
CP problem from last week

Seems to be sorted - my lad got his CP okay..  thanks Al and Mark..

 
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Sunday January 30th, 2022 - 03:02:34 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 6:
Colorado Rapids - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
Rochester Rhinos - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday January 26th, 2022 - 06:32:20 PM GMT
Auction Players

There is a problem in the system in using CP/TP on new auction players .

If your players did NOT receive CP/TP 2day ,let me know and I will make an adjustment

 
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Wednesday January 26th, 2022 - 06:01:24 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 5:
Seattle Sounders - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWw)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Tuesday January 25th, 2022 - 06:09:50 PM GMT
Correct Robin..

True, Robin. My lad is down to be CP'd as player number 1009.

Not sure if he will be CP'd but afterwards he could have an SL added and a CP deducted. I only worry if it throws the server out after the games are played.

(PS Robin, remember to deduct the MF that CAR won in the auction and add their +3OTF.). 👍👍

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Tuesday January 25th, 2022 - 04:50:54 PM GMT
ORDERS

FOR anybody who bought a player in Auction and playing him this next match and using CP/TP please chk your orders to see if they are correct ., mine are coming up wrong .

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Monday January 24th, 2022 - 02:45:26 PM GMT
Auction

Mark was saying once he gets the relevant club IDs he hopes maybe tonight - but as Robin says the matter is in hand, and should not be a problem from this auction onwards..

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday January 24th, 2022 - 01:32:26 PM GMT
Auction

Nope it did not run aparently there is a problem in the system  (Nuffink to do with me this time).

David ,Big Al , & Mark  are all beavering away trying to sort it out  .:)

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
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Austom signing - 11/19
Monday January 24th, 2022 - 10:09:26 AM GMT
Auction

Did it not run ???

 
Phil McIntosh
Rochester Rhinos


 
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2 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday January 23rd, 2022 - 04:13:34 PM GMT
Flip

No excuse from me. I have been dealing with a lot in 2022 thus far...dad is in the hospital in Tennessee and there's been a lot of travel and will continue to be. On a lighter note, also traveling to and from Arrowhead for Chiefs playoffs...but I had lineups half entered since Friday and one life distraction after another bogged me down. My error. This stuff was easier when Clyde and Calvin had their paws on everything.

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday January 23rd, 2022 - 04:07:18 PM GMT
NMR

Somewhat Disappointed in more NMR 2day  , 2 teams missed 50% of games so far .

Filip I can excuse , expect Mary had him washing dishes before he was alowed on his comp. !

A great deal of work has been put in by myself  to get us up and running and a great deal by David Blair who is supposed to be retired. Added to this contributions from AL and Mark.

The game is run for your enjoyment if you have lost interest please say so and I will replace you , but more NMR will not be accepted.

Robin

 
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Sunday January 23rd, 2022 - 03:01:13 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 4:
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWD)
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Thursday January 20th, 2022 - 09:51:20 AM GMT
He is a card, that Commish

Allan, yes, it's a way to get 3 OTF. BUT you have to put in a player's name - any will do, but you must put one in.

If you are successful, Robin will delete the player and award you the 3 OTF soon after.....  :-)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday January 19th, 2022 - 11:30:55 PM GMT
9/3 MF

Was going to say you get Robin Dewar age 90 who has 3 legs , actually my zimmer frame has 1 leg missing should be 4  :)

Alternatively you might get some OTF ,

Take your pick

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
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483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Wednesday January 19th, 2022 - 11:06:48 PM GMT
9/3 MF?

Why would I want a 9/3 MF in the auction?  Is this some sort of OTF boost or another rule I'm not familiar with?

 
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Wednesday January 19th, 2022 - 06:03:12 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 3:
FC Dallas - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
Rochester Rhinos - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)
New England Revolution - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
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Thursday January 13th, 2022 - 06:31:10 PM GMT
Review

Hi Guys, I will do my utmost best, but I cannot make promisses.

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday January 13th, 2022 - 02:41:59 PM GMT
DD Shield

DD shield problem . I have had mail from Mr.David Blair  aka BALDRICK , who says he has a cunning plan , which might solve the problem !  .........umm

For those Non-Brits  , Baldrick  !

Baldrick, I have a very cunning plan. Baldrick : Is it as cunning as a fox what used to be Professor of Cunning at Oxford University but has moved on and is now working for the U.N. at the High Commission of International Cunning Planning. Born 1800 > still alive today .

Yes Mr.Blair is that old ..............
 

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Thursday January 13th, 2022 - 10:28:18 AM GMT
Cup and League Reviews

Welcome Simon to the Cup reviewers job. You will be busy for the first 7 games before Rob gets his chance, but all in all the season is looking good to go - just as well the Commish is a teetotaller - needs a clear head to keep thgis game in check.  :-)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
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284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

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1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday January 12th, 2022 - 11:41:23 PM GMT
SIMON

Fan frigin Fantastic Simon , well done you got the Job , suppose i will have to pay you ....Laters :)

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
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Wednesday January 12th, 2022 - 11:05:52 PM GMT
sorry Robin

I saw I still had some access...and used the option to write something on the main page as I had some spare time today.

 
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Wednesday January 12th, 2022 - 02:07:43 PM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through 12th January - already deducted - refunded.:
USB(1030)

 
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Wednesday January 12th, 2022 - 02:05:08 PM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through 12th January - deductions from youth teams given to senior teams:
CDY(-1000) CCK(-990) REB(-1060) DIS(-900) DAF(-1200) GBS(-1090) GOG(-1400) KCA(-1100) LFC(-1700) LHT(-1020) MTS(-990) NSS(-1380) RFC(-990) RIS(-1180) SCF(-1000) TDL(-1180) USB(-1030) WDP(-910)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Tuesday January 11th, 2022 - 11:30:19 PM GMT
DD Matches

Yes Andy they should all be on neutral , this is my bad , down to my scheduling , was all automatic when I was doing it in SANC , here alot has to be done manually ,David was a star , now you guys got me.

Unfortunately can not correct that as I would have to delete the Whole DD schedule of games and start again , and who's to say I won't make a mistake in rescheduling 80+ games .

So we have to live with it my apologies , to everybody ....not having a great start !!

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Tuesday January 11th, 2022 - 11:23:50 PM GMT
Granada Bandits

I am assuming you meant 5 CP ? ...Done it for you under preseason .

 
Phil McIntosh Jnr
Gananda Bandits S.C.


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday January 11th, 2022 - 10:49:04 PM GMT
TP Youth Team

I can navigate the transaction page for my youth team, but I am unable to select 5 TP to purchase. What am I doing wrong?

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Tuesday January 11th, 2022 - 08:04:35 PM GMT
DD Matches

9 games, 6 neutral venue, 2 at home and one away. Should they all be on a neutral venue?

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday January 10th, 2022 - 01:42:14 PM GMT
Press Office

We have a vacancy in the Press Office , looking for a younger man to replace the Old git person that we had previously . Highly paid job  , and you can always milk it like the giuy on sanc does , write a load of garbage and pay yourself 40k each week . Applications via my inbox please .

I am hoping that other current OASL officials will continoe in their posis , unless I hear different.

Thanks

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday January 10th, 2022 - 01:27:12 PM GMT
Promotion

For this season we will have to change , so we have a new Poll .

Only 10 teams so do not want  drastic changes within the leagues.

so proposing  1 up 1 down   /  ditto plus 1 playoff / 2 up  2 down, /  other

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday January 9th, 2022 - 08:01:03 PM GMT
DD Shield

For this season as we have 2 groups of 10 , the TOP 4 in each group will qualify for next round.

A1 v B4

B2 v A3 

A2 v B3

B1 v A4

 
David Blair
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Sunday January 9th, 2022 - 10:57:29 AM GMT
Greetings!!

Just to say that it seems Alon has left the stage and after some "persuasion" from the Boss (Robin - keep up!) I agreed to step in for this season and ruin, no that should be run MIN and GOG. That is until someone else comes in through the season - my wages are only for this season - I am trying to step back.

Robin has done well getting to this stage with a little "encouragement" from myself, and I can always assist if he comes up against some obstacle. THEN he will be on his own, and I am sure he will be pleased to see the back of me, and get on to run the show without my interference.

Looking forward to actually playing with a senior team - I DID miss that when Commish. 

Good luck to all for Wednesday!! 

 
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Saturday January 8th, 2022 - 07:03:27 PM GMT
Trade: GOG - MIN

GOG sends Nat Philips (1/17 SW), Thiago (1/16 MF), Neco Williams (1/16 DF) to MIN for

 
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Saturday January 8th, 2022 - 03:49:33 PM GMT
Trade: NSS - SEA

NSS sends Mauro Serra (1/19 MF) to SEA for

 
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Saturday January 8th, 2022 - 12:06:58 PM GMT
Trade: GOG - MIN

GOG sends Curtis Jones (1/17 FW) to MIN for 1k

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Saturday January 8th, 2022 - 08:53:19 AM GMT
Youth CP

Did I see somewhere that your Youth Team could buy CP's? Or did I dream it?

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Saturday January 8th, 2022 - 02:11:40 AM GMT
OLD AL

YES Mr.S. you are correct , and you can buy 5 CP for your yth team , same to Paul .

See front page

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Friday January 7th, 2022 - 11:10:11 PM GMT
To Do List? I'm too old to remember...

Is there a to do list of all the things I should be doing to prep for the season?

  1. Retire players - DONE
  2. Add players to the top team - DONE (by Robin via trades)
  3. Add apprentices to the junior team - DONE (by Robin)

What am I missing?  I believe I am at least missing these two steps on the Transactions page (Preseason tab)

  1. Sign Captain (can someone remind me of captain impact in this league)
  2. Purchase CP and TP

Anything else I should be doing?

Thanks,

Al

 

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Friday January 7th, 2022 - 09:26:56 PM GMT
Youth CP

Did I see somewhere that your Youth Team could buy CP's? Or did I dream it?

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday January 7th, 2022 - 01:19:06 AM GMT
Season Start

MY bad unfortunately Sunday/Wed I have no idea ...had my car stolen and smashed up just before xmas , now confined to house each day is same as last one , obviously no idea or care what day it is !

Sorry guys , obviously starts on 12th ....whatever that day is  :)

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Thursday January 6th, 2022 - 11:15:06 PM GMT
Season start

I've seen Sunday mentioned a couple of times, but game 1 in for the 12th which is weds. Presume that's the actual start? 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday January 6th, 2022 - 10:56:25 PM GMT
Youths

David  , youths 2day , found your 4 clubbing it up in Ibiza , have a word when they get back  !!

 
David Campbell
Charleston Battery


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
326 - 233 - 487 (0.423)
Thursday January 6th, 2022 - 09:17:11 PM GMT
Ibiza

None of them fit for pre season training. I'm furious! 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday January 6th, 2022 - 08:50:55 PM GMT
Youths

David  , youths 2day , found your 4 clubbing it up in Ibiza , have a word when they get back  !!

 
David Campbell
Charleston Battery


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
326 - 233 - 487 (0.423)
Thursday January 6th, 2022 - 07:12:32 PM GMT
Youths

My youth team have had the age 0s added but not the age 1s. Cheers :)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday January 6th, 2022 - 01:58:32 PM GMT
Missing Yth

Good spot Matt . ...they were in isolation for 10 days due to covid ..now available to join your squad   :)

 

Robin

 
Matt White Jnr
Washington Diplomats


 
Recent Entries
Thursday January 6th, 2022 - 09:07:37 AM GMT
Missing Youth Players

Robin,

Sorry if I have missed something but no youth Zplayers have been add to the Washington Diplomate squad.

The squad had been reduced to the correct number to allow this.

 

 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday January 6th, 2022 - 01:25:45 AM GMT
NEW SEASON

We are ready to go on Sunday , Preseason needs to be done or you will miss out on CP.

Alon appears to have gone AWOL , so we may have one missing this season .

 
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Sunday January 2nd, 2022 - 10:22:53 PM GMT
Trade: TDL - DAL

TDL sends Jimmy Maurer (1/16 GK) to DAL for 1k

 
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Sunday January 2nd, 2022 - 10:22:50 PM GMT
Trade: TDL - DAL

TDL sends Dante Sealy (1/16 FW), Freddy Vargas (1/15 MF), Matt Hedges (1/16 DF) to DAL for 1k

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday January 2nd, 2022 - 06:38:22 PM GMT
NEW UPDATE

Following a Lengthy discussion with David several things came to light and decisions have been made .

As a result of this, the Poll is now CLOSED . Result.was in favour of 10 teams , still available to view.

Also I discover that this league is not auromated ,.. that is, simply push a button and it is done ...DOH ..nightmare ahead . It is a wonder David kept his sanity ...anyway he has offered to help with part of the fixture setup , hence the quick decision on the Poll.
Also we have had to push the start date back to WED 12th , hopefully (fingers crossed) WE WILL start on this date .
Finally a new addition to the Referees list , aparently tradition is you win div1 you become a Man in Black .
Bryce Kalmbach is that man so he can expect latge brown envelopes with ....?

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday January 2nd, 2022 - 12:10:05 AM GMT
NEW POLL

Finally would like to close this poll on Thursday so I can start scheduling matches for the League ,

Only 3 votes in so far .

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday January 2nd, 2022 - 12:03:27 AM GMT
MOVE PLAYERS

MIN GOG   

Just 1 to go  , would like you all to chk your squads to chk everything is ok .It is a bit complicated long winded system in moving these players and also having lost a chunk of my work (my fault) .

The scheduling of the DD shield is proving to be a nightmare so need to talk to David about that .

So will have to put start date back to next Sunday 9th .

Also as a trial this season you can use 5 cp in the youth team , but only on 1 player , going to throw in an option , use on OTF..

Preseason is open

 
Phil McIntosh
Rochester Rhinos


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
2 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Saturday January 1st, 2022 - 11:14:52 PM GMT
ROC

Transfers made for ROC. All successful. I have the same question as below...is there a way for DF Kimble to become DM?

I tried having the magic chicken circle him three times but he's still a DF.

 
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Saturday January 1st, 2022 - 11:10:26 PM GMT
Trade: GBS - ROC

GBS sends Lennie Harry (1/18 FW) to ROC for 1k

 
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Saturday January 1st, 2022 - 11:10:20 PM GMT
Trade: GBS - ROC

GBS sends Joe Rose (1/19 GK), Gary Kimble (1/19 DF), Andy Talbot (1/18 MF) to ROC for 3k

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Saturday January 1st, 2022 - 10:07:03 PM GMT
Cannot move final NSS player to SEA

Due to roster size limitations, it will not allow me to move my 4th player over until after the new players are added, it seems. 

Apologies if I missed the instructions, but how should I convert the player requested to become MPP? Thanks

 

 
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Saturday January 1st, 2022 - 10:02:38 PM GMT
Trade: NSS - SEA

NSS sends Oliver Clausen (1/19 DF), Chus Ochoa (1/19 DF), Tycho Van Donk (1/19 FW) to SEA for

 
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Saturday January 1st, 2022 - 08:36:24 PM GMT
Trade: ATL - SCF

ATL sends  to SCF for Jose Baez (1/17 SD), Dan Meyer (1/17 DF), Bill Stein (1/16 MF)

 
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Saturday January 1st, 2022 - 08:36:21 PM GMT
Trade: ATL - SCF

ATL sends  to SCF for Craig Reynolds (1/16 FW)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Saturday January 1st, 2022 - 02:39:56 PM GMT
MOVE PLAYERS

ATL> SCF                    
SEA NSS
ROC GBS
MIN GOG   

 
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Saturday January 1st, 2022 - 03:53:13 AM GMT
Trade: DIS - CHA

DIS sends Alex Olsen (1/19 SW), Joachim Olsen (1/18 DF), Aron Olsen (1/17 MF) to CHA for

 
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Saturday January 1st, 2022 - 03:53:11 AM GMT
Trade: DIS - CHA

DIS sends Gerhard Olsen (1/19 MA) to CHA for

 
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Friday December 31st, 2021 - 08:41:43 PM GMT
Trade: CCK - CHV

CCK sends Willie Weed (1/17 FW) to CHV for 1k

 
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Friday December 31st, 2021 - 08:41:40 PM GMT
Trade: CCK - CHV

CCK sends Trevor Thistle (1/18 GK), Harold Hedge (1/17 WG), Ivor Iris (1/17 WG) to CHV for 1k

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Friday December 31st, 2021 - 08:40:42 PM GMT
Happy New year

Happy New year to all from Philadelphia Union and Roxbrough Indians 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday December 31st, 2021 - 08:07:56 PM GMT
NEW POLL

Hope you had a chance to think about the new poll.

We have no new managers or likely to get any , so what you want to do next season .

10 teams or 12 .?

 
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Friday December 31st, 2021 - 08:05:17 PM GMT
Trade: CIW - COL

CIW sends Stefan Posch (1/17 SD), Florian Grillitsch (1/17 MF), Husein Balic (1/16 WG) to COL for

 
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Friday December 31st, 2021 - 08:05:11 PM GMT
Trade: CIW - COL

CIW sends Sasa Kalajdzic (1/17 FW) to COL for

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday December 31st, 2021 - 07:31:19 PM GMT
MOVE Players

These teams need to move players , I can do nothing .

ATL> SCF                    
CHA DIS
COL>CIW
SEA NSS
CAR CDY    
ROC GBS
CHV CCK
MIN GOG   

 
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Friday December 31st, 2021 - 03:45:48 PM GMT
Trade: DAF - SJ

DAF sends Oliver Giroud (1/18 FW) to SJ for 1k

 
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Friday December 31st, 2021 - 03:45:28 PM GMT
Trade: DAF - SJ

DAF sends Antonio Rudiger (1/18 DF), Mason Mount (1/18 MF), Hakim Ziyech (1/18 WG) to SJ for 1k

 
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Friday December 31st, 2021 - 03:27:32 PM GMT
Trade: WDP - DC

WDP sends Gary Shaw (1/18 FW) to DC for

 
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Friday December 31st, 2021 - 03:27:02 PM GMT
Trade: WDP - DC

WDP sends Jimmy Rimmer (1/17 GK), David Luios (1/18 MF), Alan Evans (1/17 DF) to DC for

 
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Friday December 31st, 2021 - 01:51:10 PM GMT
Trade: KC - KCA

KC sends 1k to KCA for Candace Dannel (1/17 FW)

 
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Friday December 31st, 2021 - 01:51:04 PM GMT
Trade: KC - KCA

KC sends 1k to KCA for Blythe Truman (1/17 SW), Kristy Hopper (1/17 DF), Libby Silver (1/17 MF)

 
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Friday December 31st, 2021 - 01:41:48 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through Yth > Main:
FRR(-1300) NE(1300)

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Friday December 31st, 2021 - 10:50:29 AM GMT
OASL is Back!

Good news. Think Preseason needs to be opened still. 

 
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Friday December 31st, 2021 - 10:48:32 AM GMT
Trade: HOU - LHT

HOU sends 1k to LHT for Miguel Nobrega (1/17 DF)

 
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Friday December 31st, 2021 - 10:48:08 AM GMT
Trade: HOU - LHT

HOU sends 1k to LHT for Greg Aubert (1/17 WG), Marcus Moody (1/17 WG), Chris Brighton (1/17 MF)

 
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Friday December 31st, 2021 - 08:30:42 AM GMT
Trade: CDY - CAR

CDY sends Cameron Brown (1/16 WG) to CAR for 1k

 
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Friday December 31st, 2021 - 08:30:33 AM GMT
Trade: CDY - CAR

CDY sends Jamie Grossart (1/17 GK), Rob Howard (1/16 DF), Jon Benton (1/16 MF) to CAR for 1k

 
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Friday December 31st, 2021 - 08:27:32 AM GMT
Trade: FRR - NE

FRR sends Darth Vader (1/18 DF), Luke Skywalker (1/18 GK), Obi Wan Kenobi (1/17 MF) to NE for

 
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Friday December 31st, 2021 - 08:27:17 AM GMT
Trade: FRR - NE

FRR sends Han Solo (1/18 MA) to NE for

 
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COMMISH


 

Thursday December 30th, 2021 - 11:16:06 PM GMT
OASL is back

Rolled back to last back-up 24 Dec 23:30 hrs.

All credit to Al Sellers.   I just hit a few buttons.


Game on (well, games in 2022, and not 2021 again please)   ;-)

cheers, Mark

 
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Friday December 24th, 2021 - 08:13:52 PM GMT
Trade: LAB - LA

LAB sends Calder Glen (1/18 DM) to LA for

 
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Friday December 24th, 2021 - 08:13:49 PM GMT
Trade: LAB - LA

LAB sends Gru Minion (1/18 FW), Curious George (1/18 FW), Krusty Clown (1/19 GK) to LA for

 
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Friday December 24th, 2021 - 07:54:03 PM GMT
Trade: MOL - MON

MOL sends Armando Iannucci (1/19 FW), Michael Geordie (1/18 MF), Simon Greenall (1/18 MF) to MON for

 
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Friday December 24th, 2021 - 07:52:05 PM GMT
Trade: MOL - MON

MOL sends Steve Coogan (1/19 MA) to MON for

 
Phil McIntosh
Rochester Rhinos


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
2 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Friday December 24th, 2021 - 06:19:23 PM GMT
ROC Retirees

For what it's worth....

6/5 WG Meerkat

6/5 FW Austin Reier

6/10 DM LeSean McCoy

Hope everyone is having a Merry Christmas. I chipth my toof.

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Friday December 24th, 2021 - 03:44:46 PM GMT
Merry xmas

Merry Christmas and a prosperous New year from all at Philadelphia Union and Roxbrough Indians 

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Thursday December 23rd, 2021 - 08:25:09 PM GMT
Oop2

I did exactly the same thing Steve.

I then tried to transfer again when the youth team had 29 players but it came up with invalid trade.

 

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Thursday December 23rd, 2021 - 07:39:34 PM GMT
Oops

Nothing was happening and I saw some youth/senior trades had gone ahead. I assumed I had to accept mine so did - except they were declared invalid so need to be offered again. Sorry.

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday December 23rd, 2021 - 03:18:27 PM GMT
UPDATe

Sorry guys I have been  AWOL for a few days  , David has been loging in as me to do some bits and pieces.

As David mentioned to me "Lucky White Heather "  ...seems I have mislaid mine as last 2 weeks have been filled with family issues . ...Mostly resolved now so I am back in the Driving seat and will push on , set to start on Jan 2nd ..

Robin

 
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Wednesday December 22nd, 2021 - 03:14:00 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 22nd December....:
ATL(85) CHA(15) CHV(65) COL(155) CLB(75) DC(45) DAL(50) HOU(20) KC(40) PHI(230) POR(190) RSL(450) SJ(100) VAN(65)

 
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Tuesday December 21st, 2021 - 11:48:50 AM GMT
Trade: HOU - MIA

HOU sends Tom Purshouse (2/23 FW) to MIA for Errol Spence Jnr (4/21 MA), Hugh Tornado (5/29 GK)

 
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Tuesday December 21st, 2021 - 10:23:14 AM GMT
Trade: USB - RSL

USB sends Claudio (1/18 WG) to RSL for

 
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Tuesday December 21st, 2021 - 10:23:11 AM GMT
Trade: USB - RSL

USB sends Scheidt (1/18 GK), Djalma (1/18 DF), Careca (1/17 MF) to RSL for

 
Tim Batth
Real Salt Lake


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday December 21st, 2021 - 02:03:17 AM GMT
RSL Retirements

 Dec 21 21   RSL   Retirement   6/5 FW Avar 
 Dec 21 21   RSL   Retirement   7/2 FW Corey Burke 
 Dec 21 21   RSL   Retirement   7/2 MF Grozdan 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday December 20th, 2021 - 04:00:43 PM GMT
Phil

I believe I called you Filip  , which is what those 2 wonderful cats called you . Very fond memories of those days , with those 2 around .

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Monday December 20th, 2021 - 10:45:32 AM GMT
Hello Phil

No worries! We all love a bit of a break. 

 
Phil McIntosh Jnr
Gananda Bandits S.C.


 
Recent Entries
Sunday December 19th, 2021 - 11:56:05 PM GMT
Hello

Apologies for being what I am sure is the final holdup in processing the offseason moves this year. Sometimes when the offseason hits, I'm in full "break" mode. I appreciate Robin's kind note prompting me yesterday. I'll need a refresher of some of the English slang to know for sure what he called me....

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Saturday December 18th, 2021 - 10:48:43 PM GMT
Retirements - CHV

  • 6/5 DF Kevin Leaves retires.
  • 6/4 DF Peter Baum retires.
  • 6/4 SW Leaf Grove retires.

 
Robin Dewar Jnr
Langley F.C.


 
Recent Entries
Saturday December 18th, 2021 - 08:41:22 PM GMT
UPDATE

It is a bit of a marathon moving & adding yth players  , hats off to David yet again .

Anyway was hoping to start  early Jan  , so still possible , but missing 2 managers response.

I had mentioned previously that you can buy 5CP for your yth team , but only to be used on 1 player..

I have done preseason for Langley and you can buy your CP in the system .

On adding the new players I notice that the Teams in Div1 & 2 that do well get LOW level players , understandable as we dont want them to have big age 0 players who turn into Big age 1 players for promotion the next season .

BUT does make life difficult for them to be copetitive in the youth leagues , which is what I am trying to achieve, unless you all want me to keep wining Div 3  :)......OK I take the answer to that is NO .

So  to help the teams getting 0/4 0/5 players and also getting !/10 players , I would like to propose as a trial for next season  that they get  a 1/11 and a 1/12 player  , unless anybody strongly objects, that is what I will do :).

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Saturday December 18th, 2021 - 01:10:22 PM GMT
Apologies for being slow!

New players in now, Robin. Thank you for the reminder email. 

 
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Saturday December 18th, 2021 - 11:53:02 AM GMT
Trade: MTS - POR

MTS sends Stuart Shaw (1/14 DF), Nick Wikes (1/19 MF), John Slack (1/16 MF) to POR for

 
James White
Kansas City Wizards


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
568 - 221 - 389 (0.576)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Saturday December 18th, 2021 - 10:56:15 AM GMT
Apologies

Voted twice in the manager poll , good news is I don't think it will effect the outcome !!

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Friday December 17th, 2021 - 08:22:06 PM GMT
Trade: REB - CLB

REB sends Udo Juergen (1/17 FW) to CLB for

 
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Commissioner


 

Friday December 17th, 2021 - 08:21:56 PM GMT
Trade: REB - CLB

REB sends Gus Fermin (1/18 DF), Jim Ortiz (1/18 MF), Franco Rossi (1/17 MF) to CLB for

 
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Commissioner


 

Thursday December 16th, 2021 - 04:54:25 PM GMT
Trade: RFC - MIA

RFC sends Bruce Rhodes (1/18 WG) to MIA for

 
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Commissioner


 

Thursday December 16th, 2021 - 04:54:19 PM GMT
Trade: RFC - MIA

RFC sends Roy Hawkins (1/19 GK), Conor Shaughnessy (1/18 DF), Noel Fehily (1/18 MF) to MIA for

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday December 15th, 2021 - 09:27:14 PM GMT
Retirements

FC Dallas

7/5 DF Justin Che
7/5 DF Bryan Acosta
5/7 SW Bronson Von Winkle

 
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Commissioner


 

Tuesday December 14th, 2021 - 09:17:04 PM GMT
Trade: RIS - PHI

RIS sends Sasa Kalajdzic (1/16 FW) to PHI for

 
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Tuesday December 14th, 2021 - 09:17:00 PM GMT
Trade: RIS - PHI

RIS sends Nemanja Radonic (1/17 MF), Christoph Baumgartner (1/17 MF), Josip Brekalo (1/17 MF) to PHI for

 
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Commissioner


 

Tuesday December 14th, 2021 - 01:15:03 AM GMT
Trade: LFC - VAN

LFC sends Tom Wilson (1/15 DF), Steve Evans (1/16 MF), Webb Ellis (1/8 MF) to VAN for

 
Robin Dewar Jnr
Langley F.C.


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday December 14th, 2021 - 12:28:26 AM GMT
Movement

Ok guys I am about to add/move players in your Squads.

What I need from you is to make space in your 1st team for 3 or 4 new players , so need you to retire some players , if unable to do so, ask me to delete them .

Yth Teams  , similar , you will be getting 8 new players , but are also promoting 3 or 4 up to 1st team , so careful how many you retire. .Mount Tabor S.C. your squad is too small so be carefull how many you retire

 

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Monday December 13th, 2021 - 12:06:54 AM GMT
Derek Purvis Jnr

The image of Mnt Tabor on the chat is the old Clydesdale Bank £10 note. Which a lot of people say looks like me. 

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Sunday December 12th, 2021 - 08:40:20 PM GMT
Derek Purvis Jnr

The image of Mnt Tabor on the chat is the old Clydesdale Bank £10 note. Which a lot of people say looks like me. 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday December 12th, 2021 - 03:13:31 PM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through Yth > Main:
ATL(1000) CAR(1000) CHA(900) CHI(1025) CHV(990) CIW(-1100) COL(1100) CLB(1060) DC(910) DAL(1180) HOU(1020) KC(1100) LA(1330) MIA(990) MIN(1400) MON(1160) NY(880) PHI(1180) POR(900) RSL(1030) ROC(1090) SJ(1200) SEA(1380) USB(-1030) VAN(1700)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday December 12th, 2021 - 01:31:29 PM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through Robin Hood:
MIN(-312) NY(312)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Saturday December 11th, 2021 - 12:39:05 AM GMT
Deadline

If you want to change teams deadline is Monday 12.00

these are available  Chicago Fire  /Los Angeles Galaxy  /Montreal Impact  /New York Red Bulls

I think New York Red Bulls has gone as 1 manager has expressed an interest

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday December 10th, 2021 - 04:28:27 PM GMT
POLL

POLL is now closed , majority votes went to Bryce Kalmbach , +3 OTF has been added to Atalanta.

 
Derek Purvis Jnr
Mount Tabor S.C.


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
215 - 103 - 155 (0.563)
Friday December 10th, 2021 - 01:42:14 PM GMT
youth players

0/7 DF John Wilson

0/7 FW Lewis Butler

0/7 MF Barry Duke

0/7 FW Lee Darton

1/13 GK  Lee Cole

1/13 MF Gorden Blake

1/13 DF Brian Clare

1/12 FW P Blythe

 

 

Promote    Stuart Shaw

                Nick Wickes

               John Slack

              John Jacobs

 

 

Cheers

 

Derek

 

 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday December 9th, 2021 - 05:23:55 PM GMT
Update

Tables are now in place .

Fab 4 have left the building  , should you want to change your team let me know .

these are available  Chicago Fire  /Los Angeles Galaxy  /Montreal Impact  /New York Red Bulls

I think New York Red Bulls has gone as 1 manager has expressed an interest

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday December 8th, 2021 - 06:54:19 PM GMT
YTH Players &POLL

You will all have got your new yth players for the new season .

just follow instructions and inbox me @ VAN   do nothing else for now.

POLL will be closing Friday only 8 votes to date.

The FAB 4 will be leaving us tomorrow  , so possibly their teams will be up for grabs .

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday December 7th, 2021 - 08:23:46 PM GMT
League Positions

Final league positions are:

Division 1 
    TEAM   W   D   L   GF   GA   GD   PTS 
 1.   Atlanta Silverbacks  14   6   2   33   11   22   48 
 2.   Minnesota Thunder  13   4   5   28   15   13   43 
 3.   Colorado Rapids  9   5   8   36   28   8   32 
 4.   New York Red Bulls  8   6   8   34   24   10   30 
 5.   Real Salt Lake  8   5   9   40   40   0   29 
 6.   FC Dallas  7   8   7   20   25   -5   29 
 7.   Houston Dynamo  9   2   11   25   47   -22   29 
 8.   New England Revolution  7   7   8   15   16   -1   28 
 9.   Kansas City Wizards  8   4   10   37   45   -8   28 
 10.   Chivas USA  7   6   9   18   20   -2   27 
 11. REL  Carolina RailHawks  6   6   10   24   27   -3   24 
 12. REL  Philadelphia Union  4   5   13   13   25   -12   17 
 Division 2 
    TEAM   W   D   L   GF   GA   GD   PTS 
 1. PRO  Rochester Rhinos  20   0   2   42   8   34   60 
 2. PRO  Montreal Impact  16   2   4   46   20   26   50 
 3.   Seattle Sounders  13   2   7   37   17   20   41 
 4.   D.C. United  11   5   6   27   19   8   38 
 5.   San Jose Earthquakes  10   6   6   29   20   9   36 
 6.   Los Angeles Galaxy  7   4   11   28   42   -14   25 
 7.   Chicago Fire  7   3   12   24   28   -4   24 
 8.   Columbus Crew  7   3   12   22   39   -17   24 
 9.   Charleston Battery  5   6   11   29   42   -13   21 
 10.   Vancouver Whitecaps  4   8   10   10   21   -11   20 
 11.   Miami FC  6   1   15   24   33   -9   19 
 12.   Portland Timbers  6   0   16   27   56   -29   18 
 Division 3 
    TEAM   W   D   L   GF   GA   GD   PTS 
 1.   Langley F.C.  13   5   4   37   10   27   44 
 2.   Mount Tabor S.C.  12   3   7   28   15   13   39 
 3.   North Sound Seawolves  11   5   6   22   22   0   38 
 4.   Windy City Pride  10   5   7   28   29   -1   35 
 5.   Fall River Rovers  9   5   8   25   22   3   32 
 6.   Texas Dutch Lions  8   8   6   22   19   3   32 
 7.   Savannah Celtic FC  8   5   9   24   20   4   29 
 8.   Colorado Ice White  8   2   12   28   38   -10   26 
 9.   KC Athletics  8   2   12   27   37   -10   26 
 10.   Daniel Island S.A.  7   3   12   16   19   -3   24 
 11. REL  Utah Surf Boys S.C.  6   5   11   23   38   -15   23 
 12. REL  De Anza Force S.C.  5   6   11   16   27   -11   21 
 Division 4 
    TEAM   W   D   L   GF   GA   GD   PTS 
 1. PRO  Golden Gophers  16   3   3   51   23   28   51 
 2. PRO  Gananda Bandits S.C.  13   5   4   39   18   21   44 
 3.   Red Force FC  11   6   5   38   19   19   39 
 4.   Laredo Heat  9   8   5   39   30   9   35 
 5.   Roxborough Indians S.C.  8   8   6   16   16   0   32 
 6.   Carolina Dynamo  8   4   10   25   25   0   28 
 7.   Columbus Rebels  7   5   10   20   23   -3   26 
 8.   Carson City Kickers  6   8   8   19   36   -17   26 
 9.   New Bedford Whalers  7   3   12   31   38   -7   24 
 10.   Los Angeles Blues  6   6   10   27   40   -13   24 
 11.   Washington Diplomats  5   6   11   20   32   -12   21 
 12.   Montreal Olympique  3   4   15   18   43   -25   13 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday December 7th, 2021 - 08:21:39 PM GMT
James and the playoffs

That woule me, James thinking managers with an interest in the playoffs would have accessed their results before Monday afternoon, but my error moving so fast to get Robin to take the helm.

Bottom line is ALL the teams in the huighrer divisions won their game and remain in their divisions.

Civas USA beat Seattle Sounders 2-1

KC Athletic beat Laredo Heat  2-0

Daniel Island S.A. beat Red Force FC  1-0

Chivas USA stays in the 1st division and the other 2 clubs remain in the 3rd.

Seattle stays in the 2nd division and Red Force and Laredo Heat stay in the 4th Division. 

Apologies for not putting in a Cup Reviews/playoff reviews - had a lot to consider trying to square off the season. But my fault!!

 
James White Jnr
KC Athletics


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
213 - 92 - 195 (0.518)
Tuesday December 7th, 2021 - 06:47:08 PM GMT
what was the playoof results ??

Seems to have disappeared already !!

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Tuesday December 7th, 2021 - 05:02:43 PM GMT
Next Season

So what is happening next season ?
1st we have to finish last season with the current poll , only 4 votes so far , we need to wrap that up this week please .

Main league  , plan is to go with same as before  2 x 12 , was given name for a new manager , but he declined so still looking for 4.
Yth league ,same as before , BUT ...
1. 4 age 0 players are promoted to main team  (now age 1)  but you now have option to promote only 3 if you wish .
2. you will still get 8 new players in you team .
3. You now have the ability to buy 5 CP  , these CP can only be used on 1 player in the squad.

Try to use your yth team as a competitive team , rather than just a team to provide you with new players each season

Very soon you will get a list of your 8 new players  for your youth team . I need you to give them a name and position.
I will also need to know which of the players age 1  you want to become a mp player and if you want to keep back 1 of your yth players .

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday December 6th, 2021 - 04:40:51 PM GMT
Finally

re; current poll , you will have to chk . history/tables , for info on what these managers achieved last season .

To The 4 managers leaving  , you are still listed with your current team  , I will assume you are still leaving and remove you on thursday , unless I hear different , Thanks for playing , all the best .

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday December 6th, 2021 - 04:22:30 PM GMT
Thats It

Well not quite , David has not left the building ....YET !

He has done a FANTASTICT job in keeping this League going , after we sadly lost the Founder of the League Dave Dowson . My and your thanks go to David , ....enjoy yourself .

Moving on I have to say to you all I have not been around in this last week as I have been in hospital , still unsure of what is happening .I did ask previously for somebody as an assistant  , who will NOT have to do much work while I am around , hopefully for quite a few more seasons , but would be able to step in , should I go AWOL :)

On a brighter note David has done quite a bit of end of season stuff  , we need to vote on a new Poll for "manager of season" , and I will be announcing shortly any new changes  (mainly to Youth)  .

However as to structure of the Main League  , we will be going with current format  2x12 teams ., more on that later .

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday December 6th, 2021 - 02:35:44 PM GMT
That's It!!

Gents, I have closed the season, paid everybody what they have earned, and started pre season too.

Now I hand over to Robin as of now. Basically any queries should go to him, the last Poll was his, and whereas I will always help anybody with a problem, advice etc the game is now under Robin's jurisdiction.

I am off to write some Christmas cards and have a coffee and black bun... 

Thanks for all your assistance in OASL - but I will see you around anyway - I am in SESL giving all the 2nd division a hard time (not a hard game, just a hard time).

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday December 6th, 2021 - 10:27:21 AM GMT
Awards

The following teams receive Awards through 6th December....:
ATL(850) CDY(200) CAR(200) CCK(200) CHA(210) CHI(230) CHV(250) CIW(200) COL(800) CLB(220) REB(200) DC(385) DIS(200) DAF(200) FRR(220) DAL(610) GBS(250) GOG(300) HOU(240) KC(510) KCA(200) LFC(500) LHT(220) LAB(200) LA(240) MIA(275) MIN(550) MON(475) MOL(200) MTS(300) NBW(200) NE(220) NY(300) NSS(500) PHI(200) POR(200) RSL(280) RFC(230) ROC(650) RIS(210) SJ(450) SCF(200) SEA(830) TDL(210) USB(200) VAN(200) WDP(200) WCP(230)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday December 6th, 2021 - 10:18:59 AM GMT
More Payments

Gents, below are the final payments to be made (within 15 minutes) of the monies you all earned for the various league finishes and Cup results. Any queries get back to me, otherwise it's another job done - I am going well this morning.   PSA and end of season will be done before noon today...

WINNINGS S27 League  DD Al Sellers Al Sellers  Youth  Total
  Placing Shield Cup Plate Cup Payout
Season 27 S27 S27 S27 S27 S27 S27
Atlanta Silverbacks 850         850
Minnesota Thunder 450 100       550
Colorado Rapids 350   450     800
New York Red Bulls 300         300
Real Salt Lake 280         280
FC Dallas 260 150   200   610
Houston Dynamo 240         240
New England Revolution 220         220
Kansas City Wizards 210   300     510
Chivas USA 200     50   250
Carolina Railhawks 200         200
Philadelphia Union 200         200
Rochester Rhinos 650         650
Montreal Impacts 350   125     475
Seattle Sounders 280 350 200     830
D.C. United 260     125   385
San Jose Earthquakes 250 200       450
Los Angeles Galaxy 240         240
Chicago Fire 230         230
Columbus Crew 220         220
Charleston Battery 210         210
Vancouver Whitecaps 200         200
Miami FC 200     75   275
Portland Timbers 200         200
************************************************************************
Season 27            
Langley F.C. 350       150 500
Mount Tabor S.C. 300         300
North Sound Seawolves 250       250 500
Windy City Pride 230         230
Fall River Rovers 220         220
Texas Dutch Lions 210         210
Savannah Celtic FC 200         200
Colorado Ice White 200         200
KC Athletics 200         200
Daniel Island S.A. 200         200
Utah Surf Boys S.C. 200         200
De Anza Force S.C. 200         200
Golden Gophers 300         300
Gananda Bandits S.C. 250         250
Red Force FC 230         230
Laredo Heat 220         220
Roxborough Indians S.C. 210         210
Carolina Dynamo 200         200
Columbus Rebels 200         200
Carson City Kickers 200         200
New Bedford Whalers 200         200
Los Angeles Blues 200         200
Washington Diplomats 200         200
Montreal Olympique 200         200

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday December 6th, 2021 - 10:13:56 AM GMT
Payments

Gents, Below are the winners of the various scoring and saving charts plus Fair Play team of the Season. NOTE: I will leave Robin to start his first Poll with Manaqger of the Season voting..

These payments will be made AFTER the closing of this season, so the SLs/OTFs don't get reduced when I press PSA. That will happen in around an hour!!!!  (I have time today to help Robin get set up to start his new career... so a lot will get done this morning.

Golden Boot Torini (NY) 1st Div + 2 SLs
  Dykes (MON) 2nd Div + 2 SLs
Golden Gloves Alison (MIN) 1st Div + 2 SLs
  Tornado (MIA) 2nd Div + 2 SLs
Age 0/1 Gold Boot Bamford (RSL) 1st Div + 2 SLs
  Akbar (SEA) 2nd Div + 2 SLs
Age 0/1 Gold Gloves Karius (MIN) 1st Div + 2 SLs
  Donnarumma (MON) 2nd Div + 2 SLs
       
Youth Golden Boot Springer (MTS) 3rd Div + 2 SLs
  Ojo (GOG) 4th Div + 2 SLs
Youth Golden Gloves Calrissian (FRR) 3rd Div + 2 SLs
  Kastenmeier (RIS) 4th Div + 2 SLs
Fair Play Award New England Revolution   OTF +3
Manager of the Season     OTF +3

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday December 6th, 2021 - 10:03:05 AM GMT
Prediction League

The following teams receive Prediction League through 6th December....:
ATL(325) CAR(435) CHA(160) CHV(310) COL(265) CLB(480) DAL(280) KC(170) LA(145) MIA(20) MIN(135) MON(145) NE(115) NY(50) PHI(295) RSL(310) SJ(380) SEA(300)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday December 6th, 2021 - 09:59:51 AM GMT
Payouts

Thanks Simon, I did my best...!!

First of all, the Poll payouts are coming. Below is the table for the 2nd half of the season and payments will be made straight aftrer this Blog. Amounts to be paid are under TPOTALS - the one under MSA you received at err MSA..

12 MSA 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 TOTALS
    RSL/PHI KCA/DAF DAL/ATL SEA/DC CHV/NY LHT/GBS KC/HOU NSS/WCP MIN/ATL  
ATL 515 75 20 20 50 20 50 20 20 50 325
CAR 360 20 50 50 50 125 50 50 20 20 435
CHA 125   50 20 50   20   20   160
CHI 75                   0
CHV 370 75   20 50 75 20 50 20   310
COL 460 20 75 50 50     50 20   265
CLB 300 20 75 20 20 125 75 50 75 20 480
DAL 405 75 50 20 20 75 20     20 280
DC 135                   0
HOU 70                   0
KC 275     20 20 20 20 50 20 20 170
LA 395   20   75     50     145
MIA 325 20                 20
MIN 435 75 20       20     20 135
MON 385 20     125           145
NE 370     20   20   75     115
NY 255 50                 50
PHI 460 20 75 20 50 20 20 50 20 20 295
POR 25                   0
ROC 70                   0
RSL 290 125 20 75 20     50   20 310
SAN 460 75 75 50 50 20 20 50 20 20 380
SEA 520 20 75 20 75   20 50 20 20 300
VAN 25                   0
  7105 690 605 405 705 500 335 595 255 230 4320

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Monday December 6th, 2021 - 08:19:27 AM GMT
David!

I think a hugh "Thank YOU" can be said.

Thank you for taking over this league so we were able to continue!

Thank you for all your support!!

St. John's Soccer a Twitter: "A big SHOUT OUT &amp; THANK YOU to all our  coaches, managers &amp; volunteers! Your time and dedication is admirable! Thank  you for your outstanding commitment! https://t.co/7uIjXvmQ7g" /

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday December 6th, 2021 - 08:07:54 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 6th December....:
COL(35) MIA(15) PHI(30)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday December 5th, 2021 - 04:01:06 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 48:
Daniel Island S.A. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
KC Athletics - MVP #3: 1 TP (WwW)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday December 5th, 2021 - 02:30:55 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 5th December....:
MIA(115) NE(120) POR(40) SEA(145)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday December 5th, 2021 - 08:49:22 AM GMT
Today’s playoffs

Only waiting for David's DIS to put a line in and we are good to go. 👍

Good luck to all - tomorrow I pay out all that is due to clubs and will square off the season, ready for Robin to assume control and get the new season up and running. Exciting times as he seems to have a few (of his own) ideas to put in. 
In advance and on Robin's behalf, thanks for the feedback in the Poll - very good response. I'll leave him to announce the findings as without a senior team I haven't taken part in it myself. 🤔

 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday December 4th, 2021 - 10:33:16 PM GMT
Simon and others

Lads, retire players from senior teams but DON'T retire any youths. You need 22 players to be able to transfer over the 4 youths to the senior squad. MTS now has too few players for that to happen - might need to re-instate some- depends upon this weekend.. watch this space.. 👍👍

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Saturday December 4th, 2021 - 02:46:45 PM GMT
Retirement

Miami retired the persons who's contract will not be renewed at the end of this season.

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday December 1st, 2021 - 07:37:00 PM GMT
Wednesday Update (2)

Gents, all the Cups are done now and I have allocated the cash to to the teams concerned and added on the league earnings.

These, added to the Poll earnings from MSE to PSA will ALL be added to your bank accounts on Monday - day after the playoff games are complete.

I did increase the monies earned to the Al Sellers teams that finished 1-4, and also the Youth teams 1-2, due to the competitions thrrowing up extra games to get through, and decreased the money (around 25k per team) for the Plate teams 1-4 as they had less games to play (only 8 teams in the KO tournament).

All will be in the tables I put on the Blog on Monday, just before I pay out the winnings.

Scores from tonight are on the front page - don't look for them if you intend going in to check the games individually.. Thanks.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday December 1st, 2021 - 07:03:44 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 47:
Seattle Sounders - MVP #7: 25k (WWd)
FC Dallas - MVP #5: 25k (wdW)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday December 1st, 2021 - 01:35:31 PM GMT
Tonight

It is full speed ahead for the Cup Finals and 3rd/4th place games. All lines are in - let's look for close games and plenty goals.. 👍👍

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday November 29th, 2021 - 09:38:43 AM GMT
One week to Go!

This Wednesday is Cup Final night, and next Sunday sees the Playoff/Relegation fixtures.

All the games are scheduled, so if you finished 3rd in division 2 and 10th in division 1, you lads are going head to head.

Also teams finishing 9th and 10th in the 3rd division will line up against the 3rd and 4th placed teams in division 4.  (Not naming teams right now as some may not know yesterday's results..)

But Wednesday's games are:

Al Sellers Cup Final

Colorado Rapids v Kansas City Wizards

3rd/4th place

Seattle Sounders v Montreal Impacts

Al Sellers Plate Final

D.C. United v FC Dallas

3rd/4th place

Miami FC v Chivas USA

Youth Cup Final

Langley F.C. v North Sound Seawolves

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday November 29th, 2021 - 09:06:09 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 29th November....:
CHI(15) DAL(20) KC(45) NE(35) NY(20) PHI(50) SJ(25) VAN(50)

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Sunday November 28th, 2021 - 11:08:40 PM GMT
Farewell

Thanks for all the help Bill and for inviting me back into the Olmec fold.

I'm sure you'll enjoy your time away but equally I'm sure you'll be welcomed back if and when you return.

Good luck with all your endeavours and see you sometime down the road.

Cheers
David

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Sunday November 28th, 2021 - 09:19:34 PM GMT
Ciao and thank you

Thank you DD, David and Robin for a great ride. You never know I might be back begging for a team in a few months! 👍
 

It has been a pleasure competing against everyone and I wish you all a the best of luck. 

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Sunday November 28th, 2021 - 09:19:31 PM GMT
Ciao and thank you

Thank you DD, David and Robin for a great ride. You never know I might be back begging for a team in a few months! 👍
 

It has been a pleasure competing against everyone and I wish you all a the best of luck. 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday November 28th, 2021 - 07:41:32 PM GMT
League/Cup Reviewer

The following teams receive League/Cup Reviewer through 28th November (Half pay for season)....Thanks, Rob:
PHI(250)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday November 28th, 2021 - 04:05:35 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 46:
Golden Gophers - MVP #6: 25k (WWd)
Red Force FC - MVP #4: 1 CP (WdW)
Charleston Battery - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWw)
Atlanta Silverbacks - MVP #5: 25k (wWw)
Real Salt Lake - MVP #5: 25k (WdW)
New England Revolution - MVP #4: 1 CP (wdW)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday November 28th, 2021 - 09:47:42 AM GMT
Today

Only 4 team to put line ups in the last round if league matches - Wednesday is Cup Finals night and next Sunday the promotion/relegation playoffs.

Goid luck today - my own REB's are pretty much shut up so it will be a fun day today!!

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday November 28th, 2021 - 02:25:08 AM GMT
Caretaker

Apologies to you Steve . I know you have done a good job , I have been a Caretaker in my time , but you know the overall picture when it comes to Caretakers....some good some useless !

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Saturday November 27th, 2021 - 07:51:23 PM GMT
Caretaker

I was caretaker at Oden in Sanc quite a while ago and did a damn good job securing promotion.

Your idea has merit though, Robin.

 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Saturday November 27th, 2021 - 06:53:03 PM GMT
New Managers

Assuming I have not yet been Sacked , we have probably a few weeks to find some new managers.

If we can at least find 2 before the start  , then we can stay as we are  2X 12  with 2 vacant teams and the hope of more managers to come..

4 vacant teams is a bit much  !

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Saturday November 27th, 2021 - 06:47:17 PM GMT
Caretaker teams

Sorry guys I am against Caretaker teams . These are run by other managers  and are run at their "pleasure".

By that I mean ,depends on their "mood" what team (lineup) the Caretaker puts out could have significant effect  on other teams in the league..

My way the teams go NMR  ,ALL  opposition managers know what to expect , so ALL treated the same.

I do take the point  re CP/TP , had already thought about that ,so with that in mind , and I will add this to the rules .

"Vacant teams at start of season  will be alocated the basic CP/TP  for the new season.

A new manager coming into the league and alocated a team that has been NMR since the start of season ,will have the option of ading  1Cp & 1 TP to squad players , 1 for each match that has been played, CP/TP will be deducted from the team"."

I do not want to get into any arguements over this , so if not happy with my decision , best to fire me before I start :)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday November 27th, 2021 - 05:24:19 PM GMT
Caretaker teams

I agree Steve, that all spare teams should be caretaken - even if the tactic is a basic N per game. Players have to be TP'd and CP'd (1 of each per game which would allow cash to build up for a new lad).

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Saturday November 27th, 2021 - 05:13:55 PM GMT
Spare teams

I'm ok with spare teams but they have to have a caretaker. Letting a team rot without using CP and TP will not attract new players.

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday November 26th, 2021 - 02:56:24 PM GMT
POLL

I have copied this from JW post in journal as not everybody reads journals  , think Stewart killed that off in sanc ...LOL.

"

"Like Steve and most other managers I hate having un-managed teams.

However what do we want to do . .

1. Do we want forget about attracting new blood and stick to having a group of committed mangers (then you go to the 2x10 or less)

Drawbacks with this is managers will still leave and very difficult to replace

In reality you need to have less teams than managers to create worth, and then managers realize if they leave they may not get to come back, at least not straight away.

To work this when a manger leaves the team would be disbanded / destroyed no coming back.

New managers / returning managers need to create a new team (ie Wimbledon -> Milton Keynes) assuming there is space to accommodate.

Overall though this can be seen as harsh on managers and may create disharmony/disinterest short term.

2. We try to expand the manager pool

To do this we need unmanaged teams so people can just come straight in (so 11 or 12x2)

The problem here is attracting new managers which seems almost impossible.

Its a game we love but there are so much better options out there.

New managers coming in do not have much chance of any success either short term which is obviously demoralizing in todays quick hit culture so retention is also difficult.

Sorry if this is coming across as negative but it seems to be the reality unless anyone can show otherwise"

OUR problem is attracting new players , and basically that has to come from you guys , ask around ,friends , work mates etc , remind them it is FREE...just donate a few £$  to Mark  :)

Can not use wait list as it is broke , and our site name sometimes creats issues , not for us but outsiders can be a bit wary .

 

 

 

 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday November 24th, 2021 - 12:47:10 PM GMT
Tonight’s games

All 4 teams have their line ups in 👍

Tonight I will schedule the 3 Finals - all due next Wednesday.

Enjoy the games 🤓🤓

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday November 22nd, 2021 - 08:24:15 PM GMT
Changes 2

Just to carry on from below , using Windy City as an example ..

Shelf life of a player in Yth Lg. is limited , once past age 3 they are dead weight.

So Windy City currently has  4 age 2 players  , after ageing 2 of them will be 3/14 .

So if you were able to use 6 CP on one of them they would still be usefull for 2 more seasons

Also awards for yth players needs looking at .

Finally CASH . 50% of Yth cash goes to Snr. team . Possible option , my SNR team does NOT need that much cash , can I covert some of  that into TP  CP?   .for my Yth team .?

 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday November 22nd, 2021 - 07:56:15 PM GMT
YTH Changes

For the benefit of Marc   :)

These are only thoughts at the moment  , in order to help the Yth and Snr. teams.

Your yth team Windy city was doing good in the League until Nov.... then it went Pete Tong..

Anyway at present under current format you have 4 age 0 players going fwd to Snr team .

They are 0/19GK..0/11 GK .. 0/19DF.. 0/8 DF .  So the 0/11 GK & 0/8 DF  are not much use going FWD.

So what if you had the option of promting players of your choice.  so the 2 Big age 0   & 2  Big age 1 players .

Most certainly that would benefit your 1sr team more !

Also possibly having some cp  (5>10) which can be used  on ONE player only in YTH team .

2 possible ideas so far ...NOW you have to stay to try it out ...lOL

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday November 22nd, 2021 - 10:25:36 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 22nd November....:
ATL(15) CHI(40) MIA(20) NY(50) PHI(25) SJ(20) VAN(50)

 
Marc Legowski
Chicago Fire


 
Recent Entries
Monday November 22nd, 2021 - 09:45:59 AM GMT
Changes

As you'll be aware I'm one of those managers stepping down but would be interested in what changes are proposed. May make me reconsider.  May not. 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday November 21st, 2021 - 11:45:15 PM GMT
Changes

Yea Marc regretting "if it ain't broke" already ...DOH 

With 4 managers going I am forced to consider changes , and I use "consider" as I am opposed to making changes.

As to the Youth , personal comments from David and another manager have made me think I need to get rid of apathy/negativity towards the yth leage.

So possible it will not go to a poll , just introduce some new ideas , make managers sit up and take notice , a poll could come back with apathy/negative results , achieve nothing.

 
Marc Legowski
Chicago Fire


 
Recent Entries
Sunday November 21st, 2021 - 11:05:31 PM GMT
Youth League changes...

After an initial post of 'of it ain't broken etc' there is a hint of changes for the youth leagues.....what you thinking?!  To another poll for general agreement..

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday November 21st, 2021 - 06:46:04 PM GMT
Wednesday Games

This midweek sees the last of the Semi Finals and feature the following matches in the Al Sellers PLATE

D.C. United      v Miami FC C Richmond
FC Dallas     v Chivas USA C Murray

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday November 21st, 2021 - 06:39:57 PM GMT
[SPOILER] AFTER TODAY's GAMES

Gents, I can reveal the following stuff, with only 1 game to go.

Congratulations to Bryce @ Atlanta Silverbacks who wins the 1st Division title.

Alon @ Minnesota Thunder will be runners up.

Rob @ Philadelphia Union are relegated to the 2nd division

Any one of 5 other teams will go down too, with one other being involved in the play off.

Rochester Rhinos are crowned 2nd division winners.

Montreal Impacts also go up as runners up.

Portland Timbers will pick up the Wooden Spoon unless they have resounding (win in their last game

Langley win the 3rd division (1st division youth league) 

Golden Gophers win the 4th division (2nd division youth league)

Gananda Bandits are runners up (they and the Gophers are promoted)

Montreal Olympique take the wooden spoon in the 2nd division.

Other places are still to be decided - watch this time next Sunday...   :-)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday November 21st, 2021 - 06:25:55 PM GMT
Poll Match for Next Sunday

Gents,  Robin has already Blogged about the shortage of managers for next season. He has plans for revamping the youth set up to get more involvement there, and asked for a Poll to guage your feelings on next season's set up.

I would hope you would take time to look at the Poll - bear in mind if you can interest a manager to come in we would have no need for a Poll, if the number gets to say 22.  BUT do take part in the Poll, and look to this week to try to influence a lad to come in. Some pretty good teams available - even one or two departing managers might decide to give ONE more season for the changeover to be smoorth... Robin and I hope so..

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday November 21st, 2021 - 05:31:23 PM GMT
Next season changes

So we down to 20 active managers ...any on the horizon ? ...I see no ships.

So what to do ?  Get rid of 2 teams and have 2 leagues of 11 .   Get rid of all 4 and have 2 leagues of 10  or even 1 BIG league of 20 ?...Leave it as it is and run with it in the hope that 4 new managers do come forward ?

Questions as to what to do , possibly another solution ?

Run a poll .......sounds like a plan.....Over to you Mr.Blair :)

That aside I do need to make some sort of changes in the Yth League , just to get you interest and get you guys trying harder rather than just seeing as a means to getting 4 young players for you main team .

If young Dewar can win the league 2 seasons running , then it can't be that difficult.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday November 21st, 2021 - 04:02:18 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 44:
Fall River Rovers - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (DwW)
Mount Tabor S.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWw)
FC Dallas - MVP #4: 1 CP (Wwd)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday November 21st, 2021 - 11:19:03 AM GMT
Sunday Update

Getting towards the end of the season and the cruch time in both league and cup matches.

Bryce at Atlanta can only throw the 1st division title away - he needs 4 points to be sure of it, but Alon is still sniffing away in 2nd place.  Phillie is definitely down - it will be a better season next one, Rob. In the 2nd division Rochester have long since won the division and promotion, whilst Montreal is virtually certain to go up in 2nd place. Langley have taken the 1st division youth aka the 3rd division, whilst the Goilden Gophers are promoted and it will be either Gananda Bandits or Red Force to go up automatically - money is on the latter being involved in a playoff for the 3rd division. Wooden spoon is almost certainly the Olympique's to own...

Good luck today, still around 4 teams to put lines in for - worry today is Marc at CHI - the rest usually come in before the match time..

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday November 19th, 2021 - 03:27:52 PM GMT
HOLD THE FRONT PAGE

Sorry guys ,have to back on what I said about next seson , 2 more players are leaving us , so that means we are down to 20..

We urgently need new managers or their will need to be changes.  I can accept  (as a temp.basis) 2 vacant teams but not 4 .

Robin

 
Bryce Kalmbach
Atlanta Silverbacks


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
416 - 268 - 399 (0.508)
Friday November 19th, 2021 - 03:29:33 AM GMT
Bill

Massive loss for OASL, you'll always be a legend around here!

Take Care!

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday November 18th, 2021 - 02:27:47 AM GMT
Next season changes

Next season changes ...NONE ...expression goes "if it not broke Don't fix it"

Unless you guys want some changes then we carry on as we are .

ADMIN. Currently in place are ;

OASL ADMINISTRATORS 

Commissioner

David Blair : OASL  Participation Bonuses/Polls

Assistant Commissioners

Paul Roseblade - Front page updates & Manager Interviews

Rob Lye - League Reviews & Previews

David Blair - Cup Reviews

Not sure what part Daid is going to play ..if any ?

I would like an assistant , to learn the running of the league ,with a view to probably taking over from me .

I am catching up David in years so my position is not very L O N G term .

I also suspect that I will need somebody to oversee the Participation Bonus , Blog/Journal/Polls .

Thanks

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday November 17th, 2021 - 07:13:36 PM GMT
Al Sellers Cup Semi Finals

Head on over to the match viewer lads and do yourselves a favour. Watch 21  YES 21 goals in the 2 games  and add in a pile of shots, 3 lads getting hat tricks and 2 others getting a brace each, and a sending off and this has to be the highest scoring set of Semi Finals in OASL history...

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday November 17th, 2021 - 11:09:52 AM GMT
I will miss the banter Robin.

👍

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday November 17th, 2021 - 08:55:59 AM GMT
Wednesday update

Robin is correct - the "insults" are made tongue in cheek - I've given as much as I've taken. Basically Robin is only dangerous around 2am in the morning whilst cuddling a bottle of rum.

OASL will miss Bill - the Jock Stein of OASL - and I've always had great support from Bill over the seasons - and occasionally I've worn it (the support, keep up..🤭🤭).

Today it's the Al Selkers Cup Semis and all 4 teams have put their lines in, thanks. Good luck to all... 👍👍

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday November 17th, 2021 - 02:14:54 AM GMT
BLOG

Just to say for those who do not know me , wat I write on the Blog is often with tounge in cheek and taken with a pinch of salt ....in other words jibberish .

This season I have targeted our Wonderfull commish David Blair and he has responded accordingly .

In the past Bill has often thought I targeted him and his team far to much . Far from it I was using him as A prime example of a Top Manager with a top team ....he knows that now. .

So I do wish him well and if he gets withdrawal symptems an wants to come back , he will be most welcome , will probably offer him Vancouver :)

 
Bill Ramsay Jnr
New Bedford Whalers


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday November 16th, 2021 - 08:25:36 PM GMT
ROBIN

Will miss you Robin and I'm sure I will see, from afar, OASL progress with you. However, as I was never afraid to directly or publically argue with you or "the beard" DD...

A few notes...or just call this picking one last fight Robin. 😉

I did not refer to my team as kings. James White made a direct reference to me as "there can be only one". I chose that moment to enjoy the fun of the nod towards the movie "The Highlander". Then I included my seasonal "About NYRB" with the lyrics to "Princes of the Universe" which included the reference to kings who were in fact immortals, in the movie. This is a Queen song from the movie The Highlander, I did not call my player or team, kings, not at any point...although there was a gentle inference. Sadly, as my interest has waned over the last 3-4 seasons, I did not update the 'queen song". 😂😇😂😇
 

Gordon is not my dad but I WAS the first Ramsay to work with him. In 2001 he made me produce my driving licence (while on shift) as he could not believe I was a " Ramsay".  He has since took on his brother as a Kitchen Porter (which badly backfired) and in 20 years another of our name must have worked for him. When I worked for him there was 5 restaurants, not a global empire. For the foodies out there I have also worked with Angela Hartnett, Andrew Fairlie, Albert Roux, Marcus Wareing, Phil,Carnegie, Matt Grey (that's my Michelin ⭐️ List) and several other chefs at 3 rosette. Most proud of Peter Galeski who I worked with from Sous till we achieved 3 rosettes together. Greet and inspiring journey. 


Robin, there is no need for me to leave for the "rest of you" to have a chance. Bryce has creamed us all this season. Alon has toe2toed me for a while. All I leave behind is my win %. 

Spent force...over to you lads. Peace. X
 

 

 
Simon Bijker Jnr
Red Force FC


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday November 16th, 2021 - 01:08:12 PM GMT
To Bill

Sad to see you go. I want to thank you for your support, your inspiration and ofcourse the talks we had.

Respect for what you did in this game and the results you had!

I hope we will stay in contact cause I still need to learn some words. ;-)

Respect Round Robin Soccer Tournament and Kids Clinic (Interfaith) |  Manningham Interfaith Network

 
Bill Ramsay Jnr
New Bedford Whalers


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday November 16th, 2021 - 12:30:11 AM GMT
ROBIN

Will miss you Robin and I'm sure I will see, from afar, OASL progress with you. However, as I was never afraid to directly or publically argue with you or "the beard" DD...

A few notes...or just call this picking one last fight Robin. 😉

I did not refer to my team as kings. James White made a direct reference to me as "there can be only one". I chose that moment to enjoy the fun of the nod towards the movie "The Highlander". Then I included my seasonal "About NYRB" with the lyrics to "Princes of the Universe" which included the reference to kings who were in fact immortals, in the movie. This is a Queen song from the movie The Highlander, I did not call my player or team, kings, not at any point...although there was a gentle inference. Sadly, as my interest has waned over the last 3-4 seasons, I did not update the 'queen song". 😂😇😂😇
 

Gordon is not my dad but I WAS the first Ramsay to work with him. In 2001 he made me produce my driving licence (while on shift) as he could not believe I was a " Ramsay".  He has since took on his brother as a Kitchen Porter (which badly backfired) and in 20 years another of our name must have worked for him. When I worked for him there was 5 restaurants, not a global empire. For the foodies out there I have also worked with Angela Hartnett, Andrew Fairlie, Albert Roux, Marcus Wareing, Phil,Carnegie, Matt Grey (that's my Michelin ⭐️ List) and several other chefs at 3 rosette. Most proud of Peter Galeski who I worked with from Sous till we achieved 3 rosettes together. Greet and inspiring journey. 


Robin, there is no need for me to leave for the "rest of you" to have a chance. Bryce has creamed us all this season. Alon has toe2toed me for a while. All I leave behind is my win %. 

Spent force...over to you lads. Peace. X
 

 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday November 15th, 2021 - 06:57:18 PM GMT
BILL

Sad to see Bill leaving the game , off to be  team manager for Moreton Rangers Under 7s.  umm..obviously Dad could not find a place for him in Hells Kitchen
Bill Ramsay  a veritable giant amongst OASL managers , NAY, I say, more of a Titan although he refers to his team as kings.
Much has been said about Bill over the years , quite rightly he deserves the Credits.
Now Sod off and give the reast of us a Chance !  :)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday November 15th, 2021 - 09:39:00 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 15th November....:
COL(10) HOU(10) NY(40) PHI(25) SJ(20) SEA(10) VAN(50)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday November 14th, 2021 - 07:28:28 PM GMT
Aagh Robin

I noticed who your referee was today - a very fair one indeed. :-)

Well done anyway - more money for the coffers..

 
Robin Dewar Jnr
Langley F.C.


 
Recent Entries
Sunday November 14th, 2021 - 06:39:42 PM GMT
DEFEAT

In defeat comes victory  , despite losing, as did our main rivals , we have now won the Yth league with 2 games still to come.

A crazy afternoon saw us lose 1-0 to thr 10 men of Texas Dutch ! unbelievable .

Down in the Windy City was another crazy result . They took a 2-0 lead vs. FRR , which was soon overcome and FRR went on to win 3-2 , unbelievable !

Not how I expected to win the title , ..now I can enjoy another fat Cigar  :)

 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday November 14th, 2021 - 04:55:21 PM GMT
Sunday Update

Another good Poll for the Treasurer - me!!  Only 1 lad got the result coirrect, but none of the scores so Bryce gets 50k, the remaing managers all get 20k for entering.

NOW, with only 2 playing (plus 1 playoff) Sundays left I have asked Robin to do the Poll for next week. Currently I have 4320k to hand out at the end of the season, so whatever he comes up with, make sure you take part - all earnings will be added to the above total.......

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday November 14th, 2021 - 04:01:53 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 42:
Gananda Bandits S.C. - MVP #6: 25k (dWW)
North Sound Seawolves - MVP #5: 25k (WwD)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday November 14th, 2021 - 02:48:32 PM GMT
Bill

At roughly 2 seasons a calendar year you must be looking at around 9 years. You get less for manslaughter (or personslaughter to keep the PC brigade happy).

Got to thank you for your contunued playing and support especially during my tenure as Commish - without an assistant I needed some background support.

I hope Robin gets his 2 replacement lads and I've no doubt he will bring in his own ideas to advance the game onwards. OASL has the unique Youth set up and it identifies it from SESL and SFLSL.

Good luck in running the young lads - more hair pulling and mutter rings from parents whose kids you can't pick for whatever reason, but certainly enjoyment and a feeling of involvement. More power to your elbow, as they say in Iceland, apparently!! 🤔🤔👍👍

 
Bill Ramsay Jnr
New Bedford Whalers


 
Recent Entries
Saturday November 13th, 2021 - 11:52:57 PM GMT
Typo

5 wins and a draw...

 
Bill Ramsay Jnr
New Bedford Whalers


 
Recent Entries
Saturday November 13th, 2021 - 11:49:48 PM GMT
Thanks Robin

Sadly it is time for me to hand over the NYRB dynasty to another. I do this with a heavy heart but my time is up. I no longer feel the desire to win and struggle for the time to be competitive. 
 

I will remember my time in OASL fondly. I have coached Bill's Bulls since season 9...that is 18 seasons. Seems like a crazy amount of time... Can anyone tell me  how long this is in real time years? I honestly have no idea...is it 5, 7, 10 years? I think it is no secret that I invested more time and energy in OASL than I did in any other similar league. It was the first I joined in this format. 

 

We have achieved a lot together, the Bulls and I. It could be said that a dominance was created here that has not been matched in any Olmec or SOS history...stats may strongly suggest this but who am I to point this out? 
 

One of the reasons I need to move on is my new hobby. It is being team manager for Moreton Rangers Under 7s.  I have coached their under 8-9s since June 2020 but as a support coach. I have stepped up to run U7s this season since July. It is the most rewarding thing but now takes more time and energy. It feels like "real life" Champ Mansger. For the record...6 league matches in - 5 with no and a draw. 
 

I will miss my Sunday nights after work sitting down and digesting events and co-ordinating the next week for NYRB. I will also miss you all and SOS more than most. Peace X 

 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Saturday November 13th, 2021 - 07:57:20 PM GMT
Next Season

Getting close now and I am reaching out to you guys to find me 2 new replacements.

2 good managers are leaving at end of season  , I leave it up to them to say their goodbyes.

My policy on vacant teams , is that they stay vacant until we find replacements.

NO stand in managers to run vacant teams  ,.Harsh possibly , but Fair.

Robin

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday November 10th, 2021 - 07:01:11 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 41:
Langley F.C. - MVP #6: 25k (WWw)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday November 10th, 2021 - 09:03:27 AM GMT
Youth Cup Semi Finals

Full house for this evenings games - first time I could say that all season I think..

Good luck to all 4 teams - Final will be held the same evening as the Al Sellers Cup and Plate Finals -session 47.

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday November 10th, 2021 - 09:00:46 AM GMT
Ice creams

Makes sense, I worked for 34 years for Birds Eye Walls ( 17 for each of the 2 companies) so get one of my pensions from Unilever (another from the government...). 👍👍

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Tuesday November 9th, 2021 - 11:26:42 PM GMT
Money machine

You walked into that wall's with your (birds) eyes wide open    LOL

that explains the yacht and these mini breaks with you jetting off around the world  , not exactly Grimsby on a wet wknd.

2 PENSIONS  indeed !

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday November 9th, 2021 - 10:37:00 PM GMT
Ice creams

Makes sense, I worked for 34 years for Birds Eye Walls ( 17 for each of the 2 companies) so get one of my pensions from Unilever (another from the government...). 👍👍

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Tuesday November 9th, 2021 - 02:38:21 AM GMT
Ice Cream

So it is Ice cream for Cp now , Mr.Blair must have shares in Walls Ice Cream .

Yipee  Icecream all round !

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday November 8th, 2021 - 04:56:42 PM GMT
Sorry!!

Yet another thing Commish's need to remember

i have corrected Laredo Heat and North Sound Seawolves plus also Golden Gophers and Roxborough Indians - noticed the latter 2 when I checked the totals. 
Thanks for telling me about them. 👍👍

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Monday November 8th, 2021 - 02:56:37 PM GMT
CP

NSS as well could use the exchange

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Monday November 8th, 2021 - 11:54:23 AM GMT
Youth

Give the man an ice cream

 
Stephen Williams Jnr
Laredo Heat


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
208 - 85 - 197 (0.511)
Monday November 8th, 2021 - 11:21:57 AM GMT
Youth team CP

My youth team (Laredo) have been kindly given a CP, but we can't use it. Can this be changed into somethign else please? 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday November 8th, 2021 - 10:52:27 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 8th November....:
COL(25) PHI(50) SJ(20) VAN(50)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday November 7th, 2021 - 07:27:56 PM GMT
Poll Match Results and Next Week

I saved the League's Treasurer a fortune this week. 10 managers took part and only 1 got the result correct (Al Sellers gets 75k (also got the HT score), whilst the remaining lads all get 20k each = 255k payout. Lowest this season.

Now, there could be only one game to Poll this weekend coming:

Minnesota Thunder v Atlanta Silverbacks 

It won't decide the Championship but will go a LONG way towards it. Enjoy!!

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday November 7th, 2021 - 04:03:16 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 40:
Red Force FC - MVP #3: 1 TP (wdW)
Laredo Heat - MVP #4: 1 CP (WwD)
Golden Gophers - MVP #5: 25k (WwD)
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #6: 25k (wWd)
Montreal Impact - MVP #5: 25k (dWW)
Atlanta Silverbacks - MVP #4: 1 CP (WwD)
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWW)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday November 6th, 2021 - 10:20:33 AM GMT
NMRs

I just know I am gutted when my opponent NMR's and beats me.  Hasn't happened often but it rankles. Robin and I will draw up a Poll question with options for you lads to vote on....  (Get started Robin, I am away to find a road round those elephants you mentioned....)

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Friday November 5th, 2021 - 10:58:25 PM GMT
NMR

How about a reward for not NMRing in the season as an incentive?

One of the sponsorship deals in SESL is for no NMRs

cashflow in OASL is quite high but TP appears to be a valueable commodity

2 TP for an NMR free season, 1 TP for  1-2 NMRs?

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday November 5th, 2021 - 01:23:39 PM GMT
NMR

Absolutely agree ,only talking about repeat offenders  and even then give them 24 hrs to come up with reasonable excuse..

eg.

1.My wife is nine mths pregnant had to rush her to hospital ...poor excuse, lame

2.A herd of elephants escaped from zoo and were blocking the motorway , which got shut down ,spent hrs in my car.....perfectly acceptable excuse.

 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Friday November 5th, 2021 - 11:47:09 AM GMT
NMRs

Tend to agree, Robin, BUT as it is possible for everybody to be a little forgetful, I would suggest we allow 1 NMR per team per season (and if that team did win the game in question, the gate money would be given to the opponent). But a Poll would be a good way to guage thoughts..  

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday November 3rd, 2021 - 10:29:31 PM GMT
POLL & NMR

David & I have had brief words about NMR teams , whilst we want to encourage these managers to keep playing we do need to look at ovall issues. Several times this season  the NMR team has won , which is unfortunate for the other manager as hemade the effort to put in a lineup ..

I will be asking David to run a Poll at end of season to discuss if we should inflict a punishment on NMR teams .

example. deduct gate money  & or other alternatives ,

Robin

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday November 3rd, 2021 - 08:47:36 AM GMT
Wednesday Update

Al Sellers Plater Quarter Finals tonight and 3 of the 8 teams still to put lines in:  PHIL, SIMON and Matt - Rochester, Miami and D.C. Utd.

Let's have a full house at this stage eh, Cheers.!!

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday November 1st, 2021 - 12:57:25 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 1st November....:
NY(15) SJ(25) SEA(30) VAN(15)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday October 31st, 2021 - 04:26:52 PM GMT
Sunday Update plus Poll Match

Gents, Still 2 NMRs and that is not good. No real excuse - both managers play in other set ups. And the clock going back in UK can't be an excuse either - games still ran at 4pm..

Anyway Poll match was a good one for all but 1 lad who voted for a draw. The rest got the result correct = 50k, but only 1 person gave a correct scoreline - Steve @ NE got the full time score on the ball = 75k

 

Next Weekend's Game will be a youth top of the table clash:

North Sound Seawolves v Windy City Pride

This Midweek sees the Al Sellers Plate Quarter Finals:

  Quarter Finals   REF
Carolina Railhawks          v D.C. United B Ramsey
Miami FC          v Rochester Rhinos D Blair
Chicago Fire          v FC Dallas M Creasey
Chivas USA             v Columbus Crew P L Collina

 

90 mins then pens if still a draw..

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday October 31st, 2021 - 04:03:31 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 38:
D.C. United - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWW)
New England Revolution - MVP #3: 1 TP (WdW)

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday October 30th, 2021 - 08:25:53 PM GMT
Utd v Pool

I called it 4-1 with a scouse mate of mine but 5-0...wow. Crazy that they draw today. 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday October 27th, 2021 - 10:34:04 AM GMT
Wednesday Update

Gents, only Andy and Mark to put lines in for tonight's Al Sellers Cup Quarter Finals. But there is still over 8 hours to go...👍👍

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday October 26th, 2021 - 07:30:59 PM GMT
Man Utd v Liverpool

Robin asks who would have predicted the score line - my guess is a few Scousers the night before heavily bevied and being brash. (Secretly hoping but not believing it really!!) Hands up for Ollie's job - he is actually a decent lad, but maybe more cut out for a Championship team.  Too pleasant to be in the Prtemier...

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Tuesday October 26th, 2021 - 02:47:51 AM GMT
Poll Question

A somewhat belated Poll Question .

What will be the result + score  between Man.Utd. V Liverpool...answers on a postcard to father xmas ...

that is who Ole Gunnar Solskar  will be seeking some devine inspiration from !

Hands up those of you who predicted the Correct score :)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday October 25th, 2021 - 09:37:26 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 25th October....:
CHV(25) DAL(20) HOU(20) PHI(25) SJ(25) VAN(30)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday October 24th, 2021 - 04:25:00 PM GMT
Wednesday Games

Getting near the Semi Finals now, this midweek matches involve the Al Sellers Cup Quarter Final games.

  Quarter Finals    
      REF
Seattle Sounders          v Los Angeles Galaxy M Findlay
Colorado Rapids          v San Jose Earthquakes A Freeland
Montreal Impact          v Houston Dynamos J White
Kansas City Wizards          v Vancouver Whitecaps S Gordon

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday October 24th, 2021 - 04:21:34 PM GMT
Poll Match for Next Sunday

Gents, I keep catching most of you out with the Poll match, although I have put in another 335k to teams' coffers. 75k was won by Allan (CLB) and 50k to each of Bryce (ATL) and Jason (CAR) - rest get 20k.

Next Weeks Game is:

Kansas City Wizards v Houston Dynamos

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday October 24th, 2021 - 03:25:22 PM GMT
A Good Day today

Gents, take a bow- full house today (or will be after I put the REB line up in).

Very eventful Friday and yesterday I spent most of the time catching up on other games abd now it is Sunday!!

Remember the Poll match... 👍👍👍👍

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday October 24th, 2021 - 03:03:02 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 36:
Roxborough Indians S.C. - MVP #5: 25k (dWw)
Columbus Rebels - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)
Gananda Bandits S.C. - MVP #5: 25k (dWw)
Windy City Pride - MVP #3: 1 TP (WwW)
Langley F.C. - MVP #5: 25k (DWw)
Colorado Rapids - MVP #4: 1 CP (WWW)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday October 20th, 2021 - 04:07:00 PM GMT
OASL

Yes thanks for the kind words for David and myself , keep them coming for David he deserves them .

Now David"Baldrick" Blair says he has a plan .....umm is this a cunning plan  ?

For those Americans amongst us  here is 21 secs of a cunning plan .. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AsXKS8Nyu8Q.

Now Important info, we will have 2 , possibly 3 vacancies at end of season , so we do need new managers .

Preferably new faces or previous returing mangers as a last resort managers from existing leagues .

Thanks

Robin

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday October 20th, 2021 - 07:19:29 AM GMT
Thanks and a plea..

Lads, really appreciate the nice messages and I will ensure we finish off the season according to plan.

What I would like is if you lads would support Robin as he succeeds me. 
My plan is that Robin could move in before the season end and absorb a few of the various activities so the changeover will be seemless...

I will be in touch when I get back this weekend Robin, hope you are okay with the plan.. 😉😉

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday October 19th, 2021 - 10:39:23 PM GMT
Thanks and a plea..

Lads, really appreciate the nice messages and I will ensure we finish off the season according to plan.

What I would like is if you lads would support Robin as he succeeds me. 
My plan is that Robin could move in before the season end and absorb a few of the various activities so the changeover will be seemless...

I will be in touch when I get back this weekend Robin, hope you are okay with the plan.. 😉😉

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Tuesday October 19th, 2021 - 12:20:59 PM GMT
OASL - David & Robin

Thanks to Robin for stepping up to become the new commissioner of OASL. Your bribe for wins for me next season is in the post. 

David i will be sending you a message directly but i wuld like to publicly say thanks for stepping in when we lost our friend Dave. You have been great when this happened as it can be very time consuming and unless you have the time, or make the time then we wouldn't have a game here to play and take part in. So thanks to you for all your time, effort and help in continuing to make this game what it is. 

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Tuesday October 19th, 2021 - 09:57:40 AM GMT
Robin

Bit of a late reaction from me on this, but great to hear that you're stepping in Robin. I really enjoy this league and know others do too (if not just to have SL 48 players etc), so thankful for the time and effort you're offerign to put in. 

And again, a huge thanks to Dave for overseeing things as well as he has done for so long. 

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Monday October 18th, 2021 - 04:52:26 PM GMT
Prediction Poll

Yeah, I've got my scores in backwards for the prediction so they're meant to properly represent the team I've selected to win.
Got my homes and aways back to front. :-)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday October 17th, 2021 - 06:54:27 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 17th October....:
PHI(30) SJ(25) VAN(50)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday October 17th, 2021 - 06:52:33 PM GMT
Sunday Update plus Poll Match

Gents,  Despite the poor turnout in the Poll match, we DID have 2 full bonuses earned. Step up Jason and Allan who both correctly forecast the result of the game Chivas USA v New York Red Bulls but also guessed the half time and full time scores. 125k to both, and 2 others gained 75k for guessing one of the 2 scores. 5 others earned the 20k taking part bonus so I am putting in 500k into 9 maqnager's teams accounts.

Next Weeks Game will be a Division 4 promotion battle between 3rd top Laredo Heat and 2nd placed Gananda Bandits S.C.

Laredo Heat v Gananda Bandits S.C.

Now, I am away till Friday so am putting in the participation cash now, and remember that the Youth Cup Quarter Finals are due this Wednesday...

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday October 17th, 2021 - 03:02:59 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 34:
Carolina Dynamo - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
Laredo Heat - MVP #3: 1 TP (wwd)
Savannah Celtic FC - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)
Rochester Rhinos - MVP #7: 25k (WWw)
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #5: 25k (wWD)
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (Wwd)
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #3: 1 TP (WwD)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday October 17th, 2021 - 10:29:04 AM GMT
Sunday Update

5 teams still outstanding but only 2 still worry me..... the NMR column will tell you who they are....

Hopefully it's a full house - will wait till after the games to then see where I go with it. 

Good luck to all for today.. :-)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday October 16th, 2021 - 10:08:08 AM GMT
Robin

Found it very interesting and informative, and not a football in sight... :-)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Saturday October 16th, 2021 - 02:11:25 AM GMT
NOT FOOTBALL

See below .

Tip watch on Full Screen

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Saturday October 16th, 2021 - 02:08:53 AM GMT
NOT FOOTBALL

A friend sent me this and I thought I had to share it with you guys .

I was amazed and it well worth 5 mins of your time .

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q5C7sqVe2Vg

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday October 13th, 2021 - 07:39:16 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 13th October....:
ATL(85)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday October 13th, 2021 - 07:32:18 PM GMT
Wednesday Update

Al Sellers Cup ties all played - no Spoilers here. See Scoreboard OR go to Front Page.

At last - 8 matches and 30 goals scored with NO matches going to penalty kicks....

All managers put in team lines so thanks for that, and the next round is due in session 37 (27th October).

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday October 13th, 2021 - 06:02:22 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 33:
Seattle Sounders - MVP #6: 25k (wWw)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday October 11th, 2021 - 09:47:42 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 11th October....:
COL(25) PHI(35) SJ(25) VAN(50)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday October 10th, 2021 - 10:53:53 PM GMT
OASL

Hi guys , just to say yes I will be stepping up to replace David for next season .
Not going to say alot about David just now we all got time at the end of the season to do that.
All i will say now is that he has put in a massive amount of work and effort to keep the league going
and is forever present apart from jetting off to his yacht in Bermuda for the odd wknd.
Another person we need to say thanks to is Mark keeper of the Database and hosting the server,
we need to keep contributions coming.
Finally as to myself , done this job before as Commish in SFLSL for many yrs, but my job here is
not permanent, possibly only 3/4 seasons , as I am not far behind David on age.
So I am looking for an Assistant to help me now  and probably take over , when I hang up my boots.

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday October 10th, 2021 - 04:31:13 PM GMT
OASL

Gents, I wrote to you all announcing my intention to step down from running OASL after 3 and a half seasons. Mostly to do with my age but also domestic and health situations. I did ask for volunteers to step up, and to be honest I was not completely convinced of a success, seeing as how I did ask for an assistant at the start of my tenure and got nobody. In fact without Mark to advise and sort out an "occasional" hiccup, I wouldn't have survived till today. 

However I am pleased to announce that a month or so ago Robin (Dewar) offered to take over the running of the game from next season - Robin was instrumental at the start of this season with updating the rules (most of which I did myself but he incorporated into the Wiki as I had no experience there). He has done this sort of thing before and some time (tonight I am guessing) he will be on to you lads - I won't spoil the text of his maiden speech... :-) 

Thanks Robin, but please remember I still run the show till the 6th December to let me update the team winnings and awards etc (last games are due 5th December) ...........  :-)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday October 10th, 2021 - 04:21:19 PM GMT
Sunday Review

First of all, the Poll match, and we have a full winner. Mark (MON) came up with all 3 items: the result, half time and full time = 125k. Then Lewis and Andrew got 75k - just missing on one of the scores, 7 more lads get 50k for the result, and only 4 lads have to make do with 20k. Total payout today = 705k

Next Weeks match will be:

Chivas USA v New York Red Bulls

 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday October 10th, 2021 - 03:20:57 PM GMT
40 minutes to go

And only Marc and Simon to put lines in - CHI and MIA- Simon coat will be on a shaky peg if feels misses today..🤭🤭.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday October 10th, 2021 - 03:03:18 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 32:
Mount Tabor S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wwW)
Colorado Rapids - MVP #3: 1 TP (dWw)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday October 10th, 2021 - 10:20:52 AM GMT
Sunday Update

Still 4 lads to put lines in, and hopefully Simon will remember - can't let more NMRs spoil the game for other lads... 

Remember the Poll - money to be made here......

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Friday October 8th, 2021 - 08:18:00 PM GMT
Trade: ATL - LA

ATL sends 350k, 1 CP to LA for Giancarlo Gonzalez (3/23 DF)

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Thursday October 7th, 2021 - 01:53:07 AM GMT
NMR

Colorado's youth team the Ice White's NMRd today in the youth cup.

I realised I hadn't put orders in at lunchtime but I've always had issues logging in on my mobile so I thought no problem I'll do it when I get home... the Mrs wanted to go out for tea. So I missed the deadline for the lineups.

I don't think it would have made a difference to the result, but I'm annoyed I couldn't get in,

However, I've just spotted I still have commish access so I've now changed my password from the random selection of numbers and letters that it was to a simple word. Hopefully my mobile will cope now with future attempts to log in.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday October 6th, 2021 - 06:02:21 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 31:
Roxborough Indians S.C. - MVP #4: 1 CP (WdW)
KC Athletics - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (DWW)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday October 6th, 2021 - 01:24:49 PM GMT
5 hours and counting

Still 5 managers to put team lines in for the 7pm kick off....

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday October 6th, 2021 - 10:03:39 AM GMT
Wednesday Update - Youth Cup Last 16 games

We are now on the run ins for the 3 trophies still to be completed.

Tonight sees the Last 16 of the Youth Cup (what, No REB team here?) and although it is still 9 hours till kick off there are 5 teams still to put lines in for. Simon, I worry about you more than most - you missed Sunday, and were late with SESL on Saturday... You have an SESL cup tie today - put in Red Force while you are at it, eh, thanks? :-)

From now on, all cup ties are knockout - the fun begins!!! 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Tuesday October 5th, 2021 - 12:19:33 PM GMT
Trade: HOU - CHA

HOU sends 673k to CHA for 6 CP

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday October 4th, 2021 - 08:01:21 AM GMT
Robin

I deliberately didn't mention who they won against - everybody knows I have advocated a 3-0 loss to any NMR team in any game - I've said it on all the games, but I guess it can't be programmed......  there is still time yet for your promotion push Robin ....

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday October 4th, 2021 - 07:58:48 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 4th October....:
DAL(5) HOU(35) NY(10) PHI(40) SJ(20) VAN(15)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday October 3rd, 2021 - 08:22:35 PM GMT
No Promotion

Thanks David for mentioning that Simon (NMR) won his game 1-0 ...what idiot lost that game ...ME !

So bang go my hopes of promotion , try again next season ....

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday October 3rd, 2021 - 07:31:43 PM GMT
Sunday Update and Poll Update

Gents, Not a lot of goals in the games today - and NMR Simon managed to win his one whilst not being there. :-(

In the Poll game it finished 0-0, and I thought quite a few lads would have gone for a low score here as Atlanta's previous 9 games had produced only 7 goals for and 4 against. Dallas hadn't scored in 4 of their previous 9 games. However 4 lads polled the draw, and Tim gained 75k for getting that and the half time score, whilst Al, Jason, and Andy all scored 50k. The remaining entrants get 20k.

Next Week's Game will be:

Seattle Sounders v D.C. United 

 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday October 3rd, 2021 - 04:20:25 PM GMT
Sunday update

Still 7 teams to put lines in but 4 are normal for this time on a Sunday. Just hoping the other 3 read this and we can get a full house - okay, I will admit I worry about Simon first. Miami has moved up to top of the senior teams NMR list, so I'm looking for their team sheet being in by 4pm GMT.

Last auction this evening - spend some money, and lastly remember the poll match - we have had 125k winners this season.. 👍👍👍

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday October 3rd, 2021 - 03:02:27 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 30:
Golden Gophers - MVP #4: 1 CP (DwW)
Laredo Heat - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
North Sound Seawolves - MVP #4: 1 CP (WwW)
Montreal Impact - MVP #4: 1 CP (wWW)
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wwW)
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #7: 25k (Wwd)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday October 3rd, 2021 - 08:42:06 AM GMT
Sunday update

Still 7 teams to put lines in but 4 are normal for this time on a Sunday. Just hoping the other 3 read this and we can get a full house - okay, I will admit I worry about Simon first. Miami has moved up to top of the senior teams NMR list, so I'm looking for their team sheet being in by 4pm GMT.

Last auction this evening - spend some money, and lastly remember the poll match - we have had 125k winners this season.. 👍👍👍

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday October 2nd, 2021 - 04:20:32 PM GMT
Great work?

No need to worry Stephen, not quite The Bulls of the last 16 seasons. We are a bit weaker than used to. Good luck pal. 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday October 2nd, 2021 - 11:59:22 AM GMT
AUCTIONS

Gents, the 6th and FINAL auction takes place tomorrow evening - you have been warned... :-)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday September 30th, 2021 - 09:43:23 PM GMT
Oops Stephen!!

Sorry Stephen, after the nice compliment you gave too..

Draw was based (in advance) on the Euros 20..🤔🤔

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Thursday September 30th, 2021 - 02:34:07 PM GMT
Great Work?

After the compliment I still get the Bulls?? 

Hopefully having Alon as ref will help, surely he's got a grudge vs them? 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday September 30th, 2021 - 08:35:43 AM GMT
Al Sellers Cup and Plate Draws

Al Sellers Cup

Session   Last 16   REF
33 Minnesota Thunder v Seattle Sounders M Fant
33 Los Angeles Galaxy v New England Revolution B Nichol
33 Colorado Rapids v Atlanta Silverbacks S Turner
33 San Jose Earthquakes v Charleston Battery R Dewar
33 Portland Timbers v Montreal Impact A Nicholas
33 New York Red Bulls v Houston Dynamos A Atie
33 Philadephia Union v Kansas City Wizards C Thomson
33 Vancouver Whitecaps v Real Salt Lake H Dallas

Al Sellers Plate

Session   Quarter Finals   REF
39 Carolina Railhawks v D.C. United B Ramsey
39 Miami FC v Rochester Rhinos D Blair
39 Chicago Fire v FC Dallas M Creasey
39 Chivas USA   v Columbus Crew P L Collina

Games will be entered today - next Wednesday's games are the Youth Cup Last 16 KO matches.

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Wednesday September 29th, 2021 - 09:51:47 PM GMT
Cup games

Great work Dave 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday September 29th, 2021 - 07:33:51 PM GMT
Group Games

Meant to say the results and final group standings are in the Cup review place on the front page and the Last 16 have Q against them. This isn't a spoiler as I am not mentioning them. :-)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday September 29th, 2021 - 07:32:19 PM GMT
Al Sellers Cup (and Plate)

Last group games have been played and League tables will be as stated oin the tables page above.

Montreal go through as 16th team v Chivas having scored 1 goal more, and I have left the deciding factor in Group D as being alphabetical as both San Jose and Seattle had identical records, BUT BOTH qualify for the Last 16. (Do not intend playing them off to see who gets 2nd and 3rd.)

I have the draws for the Last 16 and the Draw for the Al Sellers Plate and these will go up tomorrow morning so as not be a spoiler tonight. 

2 teams failed to put team lines in... 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday September 29th, 2021 - 06:02:37 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 29:
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #4: 1 CP (wWd)

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Wednesday September 29th, 2021 - 01:12:35 PM GMT
CP

Anyone got CP spare? Need 4 and willing to pay well. 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Tuesday September 28th, 2021 - 01:44:54 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 28th September....:
CAR(280) DAL(45) SJ(60)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday September 28th, 2021 - 01:44:05 PM GMT
David etc

Actioned young man, along with a payment for Andy and Jason.. :-)

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Monday September 27th, 2021 - 09:29:00 PM GMT
Retiree

5/9 DF Peter Bread retires.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday September 27th, 2021 - 10:03:02 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 27th September....:
NY(10) PHI(50) SJ(20) SEA(15)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday September 26th, 2021 - 05:29:26 PM GMT
Sunday Update

Gents,

1  I have changed Langleys 1CP for 1TP (for his MVP award today- saves someone reminding me!!)

2  605k was won today in the Poll Match which finished 2-0, (2-0).   Winnings of 5 x 75k, 3 x 50k, and 4 x 20k - amounts posted into the Poll earnings, to be paid season end. Nobody got the full payout but 5 getting one correct is good.  San Jose has 150k already after 2 payouts....

Next Weeks Game will be:

FC DALLAS  v  ATLANTA SILVERBACKS

Remember Wednesday games are the last of the Al Sellers Cup Group matches - 16 go through to the Playoffs - other 8 teams will be put into the Al Sellers Plate - all playoff games will be KO matches (90 minutes then pens if a draw)

 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday September 26th, 2021 - 03:02:22 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 28:
Carolina Dynamo - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dWW)
Langley F.C. - MVP #4: 1 CP (wWw)
Rochester Rhinos - MVP #6: 25k (WDw)
New England Revolution - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)
Real Salt Lake - MVP #4: 1 CP (WWW)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday September 26th, 2021 - 02:27:23 PM GMT
A week late to respond

But, correct you are, Bryce. Deuce Dempsey and Oba both scored in extra time in that one for a 3-1 AET final win. Was a good match to see (though a late drive back from Philly to DC)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday September 26th, 2021 - 09:34:57 AM GMT
Sunday update

Only 5 teams still to put team lines in for today. 
Hoping we get no more NMRs till the end of season, please, it's only fair to the opponents that everybody turns up.

Remember the Poll match which closes at kick off time today and we have had a couple of 125k winners so far...

Good luck to all...👍👍

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Friday September 24th, 2021 - 01:59:32 PM GMT
Auctions

Yes, the 6th and last auction is due a week on Sunday 3/10/21.. 

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Thursday September 23rd, 2021 - 11:26:54 PM GMT
Auctions

Is the next one the last? 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday September 22nd, 2021 - 06:02:40 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 27:
New York Red Bulls - MVP #3: 1 TP (WDw)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday September 22nd, 2021 - 09:31:23 AM GMT
Wednesday Update

Just 4 teams needing to put in team lines for tonight....

I will be away till Friday afternoon but will update the results then - tables will be in the Tables>Al Sellers Cup on the front page.  Good luck to all - after tonight some will cement a last 16 space, others will pull themselves back into contention, and only a couple might just feel a last 16 is beyond them. I like the Cup Ties!!!

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Tuesday September 21st, 2021 - 04:08:12 PM GMT
Philly signing

Philly are proud to announce the signing of Brazilian striker Matheus Davo from Corinthians,he will slot straight into the side and hopefully provide the goals we are lacking at present. 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday September 20th, 2021 - 02:11:52 PM GMT
Poll Match for Next Sunday

Will be the Youth 3rd Division relegation game between:

KC Athletics v De Anza Force

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday September 20th, 2021 - 10:30:03 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 13th September....:
CLB(20) PHI(25) RSL(10) SJ(25) SEA(50) VAN(40)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday September 20th, 2021 - 09:47:37 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 20th September....:
ATL(15) CLB(35) SJ(30) SEA(30) VAN(25)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday September 19th, 2021 - 07:31:38 PM GMT
Poll Results and Andy

Gents,

I paid out over 7,000k to clubs for their winnings in the Polls to the MSA mark, and have deposited 690k for todays game to start the 2nd half of the season. Some good monies to be earned, and pity some low earners did not realise that even 12 polls @ 20k for not getting anything right still gets you 340k.. I can do no more!

One lad today earned the full 125k - for guessing everything correct.- step up Tim and collect the big prize. 5 more earned 75k (good try David, but only 1 entry per team), 1 x 50k and 7 got 20k.

Andy, got your retirement but will pay it when I next do a schedule - just paid out today for the last 2-3 weeks.

Remember EVERY team will be down to play this Wednesday in the 2nd group match in the Al Sellers Cup.  

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday September 19th, 2021 - 05:44:14 PM GMT
Retirement

Paul Elliott 5/12 SW thanks.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday September 19th, 2021 - 03:02:50 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 26:
Roxborough Indians S.C. - MVP #3: 1 TP (dww)
Los Angeles Galaxy - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wDW)
Atlanta Silverbacks - MVP #3: 1 TP (wdW)
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #6: 25k (WWw)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday September 19th, 2021 - 11:21:53 AM GMT
Poll Match Earnings

The following teams receive Poll Match Earnings through 19th September....:
CAR(360) CHA(125) CHI(75) CHV(370) COL(460) CLB(300) DC(135) DAL(405) HOU(70) KC(275) LA(395) MIA(325) MIN(435) MON(385) NE(370) NY(255) PHI(460) POR(25) RSL(290) ROC(70) SJ(460) SEA(520) VAN(25)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday September 19th, 2021 - 11:17:25 AM GMT
Poll Match Earnings

The following teams receive Poll Match Earnings through :
ATL(515)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday September 19th, 2021 - 10:25:12 AM GMT
Sunday Update

5 senior team lines and 7 youth ones still to go in, remember your wee lads, eh?

MSA isn't so bad when you get used to it..  Mark will be doing it today in SESL and I bet he isn't even apologising for it   :-)

Also the Poll match is for today's game - it ran for 2 weeks to allow me a break - you have till 4pm to put in your forecasts.  Good money to be earned, and I have just realised you haven't been paid for the half way Poll cash yet.  It WILL be done today for sure!!!  

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Saturday September 18th, 2021 - 09:03:48 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 18th September....:
MIA(190) NY(260) PHI(155) SJ(90) SEA(145)

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Friday September 17th, 2021 - 10:37:27 PM GMT
Welcome Back!

Welcome back Mr. Commish and thank you for all you do to run this league!

And, okay, yes I'm going to go right back to the Robin refereeing his own match thing.  He actually gave out 2 (TWO!!) red cards to the other team.  W O W!

9 vs. 11?  It seems fair...   :-)

You are right Robin, there's no sitting on dad's lap anymore as he is almost that tall and my knees are gone!  :-)

Enjoy your weekend everyone!

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday September 17th, 2021 - 02:17:04 AM GMT
Blair & Sellers

Yes the smiling assin is back after 5 days in North East , more like his yacht in Bermuda .

Imagine that grin as he presses the button for MSA  !!...sadist

As for Lord Sellers complainig about my refereeing  , so do I select who refs my games ...nope it is random :)

He got the grump as the young lad sitting on his knee ,now 6ft tall and weighs in at 15 stone  , so difficult for him to hold that smile nowadays .,his knees are giving way .

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday September 16th, 2021 - 08:13:24 PM GMT
He is Back

And thanks very much, enjoyed the 5 day break down to the North East (of England).

Shame about the 2 x NMRs - let's keep them low, lads, both teams were heavily beaten, so at least their opponents got something from their "easy" game.

Sorry about the MSA - Dave one year didn't apply it, and teams SLs shot up - even Robin was playing with superhuman players (and still not winning!!). MSA is needed to get the big lads players down to more even numbers so we can compete against them better.. That is the plan!!

On the subject of refereeing, yes, I was wondering about that - Robin as a referee, but I am assured he must have deserved it for something he did in the murky past - set of Christmas presents for the Commish perchance, or some small but fat brown envelopes. I have never seen any, but I live in hope... :-)

However in the Al Sellers Cup there are 36 Group games, and 30 referees, so every man in black gets a game at least. And don't mention Steve, I know where you are coming from there... :-)  :-) 

 

 

 

 
Bryce Kalmbach
Atlanta Silverbacks


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
416 - 268 - 399 (0.508)
Thursday September 16th, 2021 - 07:02:44 PM GMT
Re: Seattle Midweek

Feel free to post trophy celebrations like that anytime Andy :) (and congrats on your victory). Let's see...it looks like it's the US Open Cup in the Philly Union stadium but without looking it up I can't remember what year this might be. I see Dempsey, Neagle, Oba, Hahnemann so I'll say maybe 2014?

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Thursday September 16th, 2021 - 10:32:01 AM GMT
Trade: NY - MON

NY sends 155k to MON for Kevin Pedelo (3/19 DF)

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Wednesday September 15th, 2021 - 11:49:50 PM GMT
Outraged (Spoiler)

...well probably not "outraged" outraged, but I like to draw the reader in...

Anyway, was it just me or when David said "MSA has visited every club..." did it feel like he should have posted an image of himself in a grim reaper costume (can someone photoshop that?) performing this activity...

...but I digest...

I'm outraged at the refereeing in this league!!!

How does (sir) Robin Dewar get his team's match refereed by...well...Sir Robin Dewar.  The word is COLLUSION ladies and gentlemen.  Also the setting of HOMER/LOOSE, well that needs no further comment.

And then poor me, playing in a cup named after me by the way, I get (of all people) STEVE TURNER refereeing my match?!?!?!

Steve is not going to let my team win, period!  We were lucky to get a draw...

...but back to Robin...

The biggest surprise today is that "referee" Robin Dewar "somehow" did not award his team a PK when his forwards tripped over their own "boots" near the goal today.  Fair warning to all managers, check your referee before the next match, ESPECIALLY if its Robin Dewar as, guess what, you will likely be playing Vancouver!!!

:-)

 

  

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday September 15th, 2021 - 06:02:18 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 25:
New England Revolution - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wDW)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday September 13th, 2021 - 04:37:30 PM GMT
That’s it…

MSA has visited every club as from 2 minutes ago - 4-15pm GMT. Enjoy !!  🤓🤓

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday September 13th, 2021 - 04:19:10 PM GMT
That’s it…

MSA has visited every club as from 2 minutes ago - 4-15pm GMT. Enjoy !!  🤓🤓

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday September 12th, 2021 - 09:30:02 PM GMT
Physio Boost

The following teams receive Physio Boost through Boost for Hideaway…:
REB(-40)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday September 12th, 2021 - 09:26:34 PM GMT
Awards

The following teams receive Awards through Rob for half season League Reviews.. thanks Rob!!:
PHI(250)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday September 12th, 2021 - 03:04:25 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 24:
Golden Gophers - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWw)
Gananda Bandits S.C. - MVP #4: 1 CP (Wwd)
North Sound Seawolves - MVP #3: 1 TP (wwW)
Rochester Rhinos - MVP #5: 25k (WWw)
New York Red Bulls - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWw)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday September 11th, 2021 - 12:32:51 PM GMT
Physio Boost

Seems strange but following the rules I am writing to myself looking for a Physio Boost for REB's Hideaway (currently -15) after tomorrow's game, costing 40k.

 
Tim Batth
Real Salt Lake


 
Recent Entries
Friday September 10th, 2021 - 11:15:04 PM GMT
MSA

Bring it on, at RSL ... we are ready!

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Friday September 10th, 2021 - 04:46:45 PM GMT
[SPOILER] Seattle Midweek

Seattle

 

I recall Bryce having objections to my posting of trophy celebrations during my last stint at Portland, but perhaps he will let this one slide. Bonus points if he (or anyone) can identify the year and trophy here without looking it up. A hint is that I was actually at the above game, myself.

 

A well played final from Andy and SJ on Wednesday. Even match that I happened to come out on top of after a good match from my GK.

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Friday September 10th, 2021 - 01:33:24 PM GMT
MSA

Told you lads before, if I don't see the contents of a fat brown ebvelope in my hand before the due date and time, then you are all goners. You think I ENJOY reducing you to tears and your best players to rubble, err, less effective than they were before I pressed the TNT handle? Actually, it doesn't faze me, I don't have a senior team for it to mean much, and I can't earn participation cash either, so I will stop now!!! :-) 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday September 10th, 2021 - 02:47:22 AM GMT
MSA and Lord Sellers

Well of course I agree Lord Sellers , where would we all be if it was not for you , possibly down the pub wasting money on Beer , or the more sedate ones sat at home doing some kniting ...Long Live the Olmec  :)

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Friday September 10th, 2021 - 01:13:09 AM GMT
Columbus MSA Exception - I'm sure Robin agrees...

David, I'm wondering if Columbus could be placed in the "MSA-free" zone where we don't lose any SL via Mid Season Aging.  

I know Sir Robin Dewar approves of my application, so...

:-)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Thursday September 9th, 2021 - 07:24:49 PM GMT
Trade: SEA - MON

SEA sends 125k to MON for Brad Hogan (4/19 MF)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday September 9th, 2021 - 10:46:59 AM GMT
MSA on the horizon

The button will be pressed for MSA sometime after Sunday's games - maybe Sunday evening but probably on Monday morning - I will be away, but even I have access to the button.. Be warned!!  :-)  :-)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Thursday September 9th, 2021 - 10:42:42 AM GMT
Trade: NY - POR

NY sends 50k, Duke McKenzie (5/27 MF), Victor Loughlin (1/16 DF), Lewis Ritson (5/23 MA) to POR for Danny Hill (4/12 DF), Joe Long (1/29 DF), Orlando Beck (6/10 GK)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday September 9th, 2021 - 10:19:05 AM GMT
Participation Money

Gents, Iam away from 7-15am Sunday coming for 4 days, so (after talking to Mark) am suggesting I do 2 weeks on Monday 20th September - everything from Monday 6th till Sunday night 12th for the 1st week, and Monday 13th till Sunday 19th.

Youth Cup

On the front page you will see the final placings and the teams for the last 16.

Draw for the Last 16 (following Euro 2020 guidelines) is:

  Last 16 Draw    
Langley F.C. v Carson City Kickers 1
Gananda Bandits S.C. v Red Force FC 2
Roxborough Indians S.C. v Daniel Island S.A. 3
De Anza Force S.C. v New Bedford Whalers 4
KC Athletics v Los Angeles Blues 5
Texas Dutch Lions v Fall River Rovers 6
North Sound Seawolves v Colorado Ice White 7
Golden Gophers v Laredo Heat 8

Winner of 1 v Winner of 2 etc for the Quarter Final - all games on neutral venues.

 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday September 8th, 2021 - 07:48:19 PM GMT
Tonight's Cup Matches

Gents, I have put up a small review of the Dave Dowson Shield Final and 3rd/4th place games on the Cup Review part of the Front page. Saying nothing as I don't want to spoil anything.

Plus I have put up the final matches and tables and qualifiers for the Youth Cup Last 16.

NOW, in 2 sections the teams placed 2nd and 3rd had the same points, goals difference, goals scored, and rather than put the 4 teams into a place off game, I have totalled up the on target shots each of them had in their section, as De Anza and Carson City played the same opponents, and Red Force and L.A Blues did the same. De Anza had a 10-7 advantage so I place them 2nd, Carson City 3rd. Likewise Red Force won the tie break 14-11 against the Blues. The good thing is ALL 4 teams qualify for the last 16.

Tomorrow I will post up the last 16 draw - games are not due for a week or so. NEXT  Midweek starts the group stages of the Al Sellers Cup.. The Last 16 draw will be done as per the recent Euro 2020, as best as possible to avoid teams in the same section meeting again before the Semi Finals at least...

 
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Wednesday September 8th, 2021 - 06:03:53 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 23:
Los Angeles Blues - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (dww)
Langley F.C. - MVP #3: 1 TP (WDW)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday September 8th, 2021 - 04:01:23 PM GMT
Waited for the Breaks..

Nearly right Robin, we waited and planned breaks when (silly I know) we thought the pandemic might be nearly over.

We knew the Sept/Oct time was our busy time - in October Whitby gets our money but it won't affect the running of OASL, maybe the Cup reviews (I haven't looked at the games that night). Got 2 concerts as well, Inverness (Country music), and Dunfermline (Showaddywaddy). But they are one evening events.  🤓🤓

 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday September 8th, 2021 - 10:41:39 AM GMT
Dave Dowson Shield FINAL today

First of the season's competitions to be decided today at 4pm.

Dave Dowson Shield FINAL

Seattle Sounders v San Jose Earthquakes

3rd/4th place match

FC Dallas v Minnesota Thunder.

Plus last set of matches in the Youth Cup group stage - top 2 from each section plus best 4 x 3rd place teams to last 16. Virtually Every team has still an opportunity to make the last 16.

****************************************************************************************************

On another note, I realise the format for the Youth Cup is being used for the Al Sellers Cup, where we will be sending through 16 teams to the playoffs, leaving only 8 teams for the Al Sellers Plate. Due to the addition of another match in the former, and a deduction of a round in the Plate, I intend moving some of the prize money over from the Plate to the main competition. Haven't worked out how much yet, but will do so before we kick off next week.

**************************************************************************************************** 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday September 6th, 2021 - 10:30:53 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 6th September....:
COL(50) CLB(20) NE(50) PHI(15) SJ(45) SEA(30) VAN(20)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday September 6th, 2021 - 09:36:35 AM GMT
Waited for the Breaks..

Nearly right Robin, we waited and planned breaks when (silly I know) we thought the pandemic might be nearly over.

We knew the Sept/Oct time was our busy time - in October Whitby gets our money but it won't affect the running of OASL, maybe the Cup reviews (I haven't looked at the games that night). Got 2 concerts as well, Inverness (Country music), and Dunfermline (Showaddywaddy). But they are one evening events.  🤓🤓

 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday September 6th, 2021 - 03:47:44 AM GMT
Mr.Blair

Wow David and "herindoors" jetting off to the Yacht in Bermuda AGAIN ..he must have deep pockets !

Or he still up to his old tricks mugging old age pensioners as they come out of post office on monday , still good news they will be ok the next monday as he jetting off on the Sunday :)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday September 5th, 2021 - 04:26:21 PM GMT
Poll Match update plus

Think I called a good one today. 13 managers took part, only 2 got the correct result, and 1 lad got one of the scores right. So, congrats to Lewis (LA) who gets 75k, Jason (CAR) gets himself 50k and the rest are on 20k. Total payout = 345k.

I am away from next Sunday morning (12th September) at 7-15 am so I plan NOT to have a Poll game for next Sunday, as I won't be back till Thursday. The game I will put up later today will be a game from the 19th September, so you will have 2 weeks to enter your predictions. 

Game will be:

Real Salt Lake v Philadelphia Union.

Now next Sunday is the day for MSA and Poll monies payout.

I will pay out to all clubs their poll winnings on Saturday next (before I go), and at some point after Sunday's games I will press to effect MSA. Exactly when, I don't know but it will be AFTER the games on the Sunday and BEFORE the games on the Wednesday - likely Sunday evening. BUT it WILL be done..

PS Poll earnings total 7105k - so why aren't all of you taking part EVERY week? Even 11 bad calls in 11 weeks gets 220k.  I can tell Seattle will get the most, 5k ahead of Atlanta, lowest payouts?  Check next Saturday.....!!

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday September 5th, 2021 - 03:01:57 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 22:
Laredo Heat - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)
D.C. United - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wDw)

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday September 5th, 2021 - 02:28:07 PM GMT
Sunday update

All done David. Late again.

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday September 5th, 2021 - 10:57:03 AM GMT
Sunday Update

1    Steve, sorted.

2    Only 4 teams to put sheets in for today (more in the youth teams), but over 5 hours to go.

3    2 announcements will be made this week, the first after today's games when I do the Poll Update. Handy if you could all take a minute to read it any time after 5pm, as it will affect all teams.

Enjoy today's games... :-)

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Sunday September 5th, 2021 - 07:46:55 AM GMT
Just noticed

Hans Solo should be Han Solo.

I thought I must have mistyped when I sent the request back in June but I spelled it Han.

 

 

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Saturday September 4th, 2021 - 03:57:24 PM GMT
Allan Sellers Cup - Youth

Group A: Texas are through. De Anza play them and a draw is enough - if they lose Carson go through with a win over Columbia.

Group B: North Sound are through. Bedford play Mount Tabor with the winner going through. Draw and it's down to coin toss though likely (not certain) 4 points is enough in 3rd place.

Group C: Langley are through. Washington play Laredo and need to win 3-0 to overtake them and even then Montreal qualify ahead of both with a 0-2 loss.

Group D: Daniel Island play Granada and a draw sees both through.A non-draw result gives Golden and Windy City a chance with a win.

Group E: K.C. play Savannah, a draw for the former is enough. A loss and either New Bedford or Carolina can overtake them with a win to go through with Savannah.

Group F: Both Fall River through and play Roxborough who go through with a draw. Even if they lose (against a probable 50% passive stalling team) it needs Colorado to win by 4 or Utah by 7.

Having said all that, with four 3rd place teams going through, everyone is still in with a chance with Washington the least likely as they need to win 3-0 just to finish 3rd on 3 points and Utah also needing a win to go 3rd on 3 points but have a -7 goal difference.

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Friday September 3rd, 2021 - 05:24:20 PM GMT
Back Again!!

Not sure anybody missed me, but if so, I am back.

Have been on and updated the Dave Dowson Shield details (did say there would not be a review as I was away), but the Final plus 3rd/4th place games have been scheduled.

Also done is an updaye further down the page to the Youth Cup. Game 2 of 3 has been played and results and section groupings are displayed. All by hand, so any discrepancies keep them to yoursleves....

Nearly MSA and remember to do the Poll game as payouts of all your winnings will be done at MSA.....

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday September 1st, 2021 - 06:01:53 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 21:
Texas Dutch Lions - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (Wdw)
De Anza Force S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (DWw)
North Sound Seawolves - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (Www)
Daniel Island S.A. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWD)
Gananda Bandits S.C. - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWD)
Seattle Sounders - MVP #5: 25k (wwD)
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #3: 1 TP (Dww)

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Wednesday September 1st, 2021 - 08:56:34 AM GMT
Naming

When you first start managing a team most managers pick a theme for players names.

Sometimes that idea doesn't last long when you realise how few options you actually have.

International players are a popular choice, SESL has probably had the most replicated player names from the Scottish team.

My decision to go with Austrians so far has been ok. I started with the mostly unknown legends of the 30-50s when Austria were a real power house in World football, but just came short on actual trophies.

It's getting a little harder now with at least 8 new players needed every season, but I don't need to just pick international players I've got a whole country which makes things easier.

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Wednesday September 1st, 2021 - 12:00:48 AM GMT
A younger, more sarcastic...

...Al Sellers would make a decision right here and now to name all his new players after Roy's Colorado Rapids roster...

The older version knows he's not getting any auction players anyway so this could be a difficult task...

 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday August 31st, 2021 - 11:34:42 PM GMT
Sasa x 2

Rob??

 
Roy Rolsten Jnr
Colorado Ice White


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
231 - 94 - 176 (0.555)
Tuesday August 31st, 2021 - 11:10:38 PM GMT
Austrian

Don't apologise Rob, I'm happy to see them getting a name check by another manager.

Although you do have Sasa down as being Croatian.

There are a few Austrians in the EPL, Anautovic was brilliant and I always had a soft spot for Weimann. I think the national keeper will be making an appearance this season.

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Tuesday August 31st, 2021 - 03:57:41 PM GMT
Kalasdic and Baumgartner

Two players that impressed me at the Euro's and I wrote down their names sorry Roy didn't know you were taking the austrians

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday August 31st, 2021 - 08:19:21 AM GMT
Sasa x 2

Rob??

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Monday August 30th, 2021 - 07:56:27 PM GMT
Will the real Sasa Kalajdzic please stand up

On Wednesday my Colorado Rapids face Rob's Roxborough Indians in the youth cup.

I've just been checking out the opposition and noticed that up front they have an age 0 FW called Sasa Kaladjzic. By coincidence I have an age 0 FW also called Sasa Kaladjzic.

I've been naming my players after Austrian footballers from the start. So I'm curious why you've gone for Sasa (and Baumgartner) Rob?

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday August 30th, 2021 - 09:32:11 AM GMT
Monday Update

I mentioned it before, that from today I will be away for a short break till Friday, so there will be no DD Shield Semi Final review done (unless I get time and opportunity, but don't hold your breath - it is MY break). 

Potential burglars don't rush - my daughter and grandson will be here, and my next door neighbour is an armed response policeman!!! No kidding!!

BUT I will cast the Final and 3rd/4th place DD Shield matches due the following Wednesday - even chosen the referees!! How sad!!

The Youth Cup will be updated when I get back, but I have taken paper copies and will be ready to do it on Friday afternoon, well in time for the last round of games the following Wednesday. 

I have just done the participation - doesn't take long in OASL - now can I go..?? :-) 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday August 30th, 2021 - 09:08:59 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 30th August....:
ATL(15) NE(15) PHI(50) SJ(30) SEA(50)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday August 29th, 2021 - 06:55:03 PM GMT
Sunday Poll Update

Andrew, I take the poll results from either team..   :-)

Today 5 lads guessed the result correctly, and 4 also got one of the scores correct, so 4 x 75k plus 1 x 50k. The rest, 7 of you get 20k each, all into the kitty for your teams. (Andrew, you get a payment once, not twice....!!)

Next Sunday's Poll Match is a beauty:

Rochester Rhinos v Montreal Impacts

 
Andrew Foss-Grant Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Sunday August 29th, 2021 - 04:17:43 PM GMT
[SPOILER] ATL-MIN

Remember that I always believed in you, Bryce. Never doubted.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday August 29th, 2021 - 03:02:00 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 20:
Golden Gophers - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (Wdw)
Roxborough Indians S.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wwD)
Montreal Olympique - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wwW)
FC Dallas - MVP #3: 1 TP (DWW)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday August 29th, 2021 - 02:25:41 PM GMT
Ha Ha

Just noticed at 2-30pm GMT that EVERYBODY is in for this afternoon - except me!!

Just away to sort it now, thanks lads.. :-)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday August 29th, 2021 - 09:32:44 AM GMT
Another Sunday - another match.

Even at this stage lads, only 2 to go for a full house - cheers.

Mind you there are 4 youth teams still to sheet (and mine, but I am on it now..👍👍).

Tomorrow morning I'll do the participation and then I'm off for 4 days for a short breakaway.

This means I'll not be doing a review of the DD Shield Semi Finals due Wednesday evening. I can schedule the Final and 3rd/4th matches though.

Am back on Friday afternoon and will post up the Youth groups on the front page, you'll survive till then I'm sure.

Good luck today...🤓🤓

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday August 29th, 2021 - 05:46:15 AM GMT
Prediction Poll

Just wanted to make sure you know where I stand on this whole title push of yours, Bryce.

You wouldn't want to bankrupt your friends along the way, would you? What good is a big, shiny trophy if it means I lose my prediction and get deprived of of a few k? Best just pack it in and lose, methinks.

 
Bryce Kalmbach
Atlanta Silverbacks


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
416 - 268 - 399 (0.508)
Saturday August 28th, 2021 - 07:12:22 PM GMT
Prediction Poll

I see Andy F-G really just wanted to stick the knife in and vote against me twice with his "mistake", haha.

 
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Commissioner


 

Wednesday August 25th, 2021 - 07:54:25 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 25th August....:
COL(40)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday August 25th, 2021 - 07:53:09 PM GMT
Wednesday Update

Darn and Blast, and a couple more words I shouldn't be saying!!

Seems I didn't get the tables right in the Tables page, so in the meantime please look to the FRONT page and down to the Youth section and I will update the results there, and the Group Tables.   Humph!!!!!

Only Alon (with the Gophers), and Derek with Mount Tabor decided to NMR today - BOT please remember you are playing whatever happens the next 2 Wednesdays for sure.... 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday August 25th, 2021 - 06:04:54 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 19:
Langley F.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wwW)
Windy City Pride - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (dWw)
KC Athletics - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday August 25th, 2021 - 01:29:02 PM GMT
Steve & tables

Tables are there now, under Al Sellers Cup in the Tables heading..

Still 1 Quarter Finalist plus 4 youth team lines to come in - but there is still 5 hours to go.. 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday August 25th, 2021 - 09:15:31 AM GMT
Tonight’s Matches

2 of the Quarter Finalists of the DD Shield and 7 (Seven) youth team managers still to sheet for tonight. Still over 9 hours to go .....🤓🤓

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday August 25th, 2021 - 09:12:39 AM GMT
Al Sellers Cup

Steve, actually forgot to create the tables and didn't allocate the the teams a letter to allow the tables.

Reason is I manually schedule every game and referee for EVERY cup, only the DD Shield had "official" tables.

I planned to make up the tables and publish them every match day (Al Sellers Cup and the Youth Cup sections), but will see if I can back track on the big competition, put in the group letters, and let the programme do the tables. If I get time before the kick off - I am more concerned about NMRs...😟

Check tonight after the games ...👍👍

Thanks for flagging it up. 🤔🤔

 
Steve Turner Jnr
Fall River Rovers


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday August 24th, 2021 - 11:00:13 PM GMT
Allan Sellers Cup

The tables aren't showing up for me. I don't know if this means the competition hasn't been set up properly.

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday August 23rd, 2021 - 12:51:50 PM GMT
REMEMBER THIS WEDNESDAY!!!!

Lads, EVERY manager has a youth game PLUS the Quarter Finals of the Dave Dowson Shield are down for playing. So 32 teams lines to go in from 24 managers - let's stop the NMRs from mounting up please, eh?? 😉😉

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday August 23rd, 2021 - 10:33:18 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 23rd August....:
LA(20) NE(15) PHI(30) SJ(40) SEA(50)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday August 22nd, 2021 - 04:18:42 PM GMT
Poll Match Update etc

Seems I gave you lot an easy match to vote on..

i manager voted a draw, the rest all got the correct result = 50k

Of the 12 who were correct, 8 got the half time score correct, and 1 got the full time result.

However, 1 lad got the LOT - half time, full time and the result. The first person so far to earn the full 125k, 8 receive 75k, and 3 get 50k - step forward Rob Lye  !!!!

A massive 895k has been added to clubs treasury, to be paid out at MSA...

NOW, to next week, and the match will be:

Atlanta Silverbacks v Minnesota Thunder

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday August 22nd, 2021 - 03:42:04 PM GMT
Cheers Andy BUT…

Could you have a word with Derek abd Phil - 20 minutes to go and both missing, again..

Yet both managed to remember SESL.. 🤓🤓

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday August 22nd, 2021 - 03:04:40 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 18:
Red Force FC - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WDw)
Gananda Bandits S.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wwD)
Texas Dutch Lions - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWw)
Atlanta Silverbacks - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wDW)
Colorado Rapids - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wwD)

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday August 22nd, 2021 - 02:40:16 PM GMT
Sorry David

Late as usual but all done now.

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday August 22nd, 2021 - 10:00:53 AM GMT
Sunday Matchday Update

And still 7 lads to put lines in - has to be a record at this time of a match day...

Guessing most will be okay by 4pm today - hope so anyway..🤔🤔

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday August 22nd, 2021 - 09:12:49 AM GMT
Lewis - the bright side..🤔

Is that the top 2 go through, and the best 4 second place teams, so get some points abd sit back..👍👍

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday August 21st, 2021 - 10:20:55 PM GMT
Lewis - the bright side..🤔

Is that the top 2 go through, and the best 4 second place teams, so get some points abd sit back..👍👍

 
Lewis Creasey
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Saturday August 21st, 2021 - 05:53:40 PM GMT
cup group A

Could be worse i guess

Section A 
Los Angeles Galaxy Div 2, 8th
Atlanta Silverbacks Div 1, 2nd
Carolina Railhawks Div 1, 10th
Vancouver Whitecaps Div 2, 9th

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Friday August 20th, 2021 - 01:52:57 PM GMT
Al Sellers Cup Draw

I randomised the teams numbers, and then asked Mark to make a draw. 6 Groups x 4 teams a la Euro 2020, with top 2 teams plus the next best four 2nd placed teams go to the last 16 (as voted for by you in a recent Poll).

Teams play one match on neutral grounds against their other 3 opponents. The 4 x 2nd placed teams to go through will be decided on points, goal difference, goals scored for, and if still level, a playoff if 2 teams involved (I will worry about it if more than 2 teams are still level after all the above).

  Numbers 
  (drawn by
  Mark)
Groups  
A 12, 4, 16, 19
B 10, 21, 22, 13
C 2, 7, 24, 18
D 14, 3, 20, 9
E 1, 23, 17, 6
F 8, 11, 5, 15
Numbers    
(drawn by Al Sellers Cup which results
ME   in below
    GROUP
24 D.C. United C
15 Colorado Rapids F
20 San Jose Earthquakes D
4 Atlanta Silverbacks A
23 Portland Timbers E
16 Carolina Railhawks A
5 FC Dallas F
19 Vancouver Whitecaps A
7 Philadephia Union C
21 Rochester Rhinos B
10 Chivas USA B
17 Columbus Crew E
1 Charleston Battery E
13 Real Salt Lake B
6 Kansas City Wizards E
22 Minnesota Thunder B
11 Miami FC F
18 New England Revolution C
8 Houston Dynamos F
12 Los Angeles Galaxy A
3 Seattle Sounders D
9 New York Red Bulls D
14 Chicago Fire D
2 Montreal Impact C

Al Sellers Cup

Groups

Section A 
Los Angeles Galaxy
Atlanta Silverbacks
Carolina Railhawks
Vancouver Whitecaps
 
Section B
Chivas USA
Rochester Rhinos
Minnesota Thunder
Real Salt Lake
 
Section C
Montreal Impact
Philadephia Union
D.C. United
New England Revolution
 
Section D
Chicago Fire
Seattle Sounders
San Jose Earthquakes
New York Red Bulls
 
Section E
Charleston Battery
Columbus Crew
Portland Timbers
Kansas City Wizards
 
Section F
Houston Dynamos
Miami FC
FC Dallas
Colorado Rapids

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday August 19th, 2021 - 11:50:52 AM GMT
Dave Dowson Shield Update

Gents,

Quarter Final Draw is on the front page in the Cup Reviews, and games will be played next Wednesday, along with every manager's youth team who start their group games in the Youth Cup, all 24.

All games are scheduled for that date - session 19 - 25th August.

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday August 19th, 2021 - 08:36:07 AM GMT
Steve, yes and no..

The yes is that OASL does use the Physio rule, but the no is because when you ask for it prior to a session player must be -8 or worse, and he is currently -4. 😟

When effected it would be a +4 boost costing 40k as we only play one game a session per team. 👍

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday August 18th, 2021 - 10:26:42 PM GMT
Magic Sponge

I don't know if we have Magic sponges in this league but if so can Eddie Elephant have one please

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday August 18th, 2021 - 06:04:22 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 17:
Philadelphia Union - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wwD)
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #5: 25k (DWw)
Seattle Sounders - MVP #4: 1 CP (dWW)
FC Dallas - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wdW)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday August 18th, 2021 - 01:25:42 PM GMT
Midweek Cup Games

Tonight sees the last of the Group Games in the Dave Dowson Shield, and only 3 teams to put lines in. 

The reviews will be on by 8-30 tonight, maybe earlier, and the Quarter Final lineup will be there too.

The last 8 matches go on next Wednesday along with the first of the Youth Cup matches, so that everybody will be involved (8 managers will have both of their teams playing - keeps you busy.. 👍👍).

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday August 18th, 2021 - 01:00:46 PM GMT
Important cup matches

In case anyone would like to know which matches are important for progression (and perhapd good options for the viewer):

Group A

No important matches, Dallas locked in 1st and San Jose in 2nd

Group B

Rochester at Columbus - a win and Rochester are through, anything less allows NYRB an oppprtunity to pip them. Rochester an outside chance of topping the group if they win and RSL lose AND they make up some goal difference. RSL guaranteed to progress either way.

Group C

Seattle at Minnesota - Both sides progress, but winner tops group. Draw sees Seattle top.

Group D

Carolina at New England - a variety of outcomes here. Carolina will top group as long as they don't lose by 4 or more. New England tops group if they do manage that large of a win, and qualifies with a point or better. A loss for the home side opens up the possibility for Philadelphia to qualify with a win in Charleston.

 

Hopefully that's all accurate! Feel free to post a correction if you see I've messed a group up

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday August 18th, 2021 - 09:05:12 AM GMT
Midweek Cup Games

Tonight sees the last of the Group Games in the Dave Dowson Shield, and only 3 teams to put lines in. 

The reviews will be on by 8-30 tonight, maybe earlier, and the Quarter Final lineup will be there too.

The last 8 matches go on next Wednesday along with the first of the Youth Cup matches, so that everybody will be involved (8 managers will have both of their teams playing - keeps you busy.. 👍👍).

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday August 16th, 2021 - 09:58:01 AM GMT
Sunday Update

13 teams got the result correct = 50k each (Rob, you can't vote twice.. :-)) and 4 others didn't get the result correct = 20k each.

Nobody got the 3-2 half time, which turned out to be the full time score too. Even had one lad forecasting 5-0 and 8-0!! Am sure he didn't really expect to pick up any extra cash....   

Next Sunday's match comes from the Youth League:

Texas Dutch Lions v Colorado Ice White

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday August 16th, 2021 - 09:51:31 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 16th August....:
ATL(30) PHI(50) SJ(25) SEA(50)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday August 15th, 2021 - 03:02:18 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 16:
Carson City Kickers - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)
Los Angeles Blues - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWw)
North Sound Seawolves - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)
Montreal Impact - MVP #3: 1 TP (wDW)
Houston Dynamo - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Wdw)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday August 11th, 2021 - 06:04:24 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 15:
Real Salt Lake - MVP #3: 1 TP (Dww)
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (DWW)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday August 11th, 2021 - 12:47:52 PM GMT
Wednesday Update

Game 9 (of 10) in the Dave Dowson Shield tonight - still 5 teams to put lines in for their match. But still time left.

I expect my review will be posted by 8-30pm tonight latest - games are at 7pm, so giving myself plenty of time to do them.. :-).

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday August 9th, 2021 - 10:51:41 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 9th August....:
CHV(30) DAL(10) MIA(30) PHI(30) SJ(25) SEA(30) VAN(25)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday August 8th, 2021 - 07:27:07 PM GMT
Poll Match Update

Gents, well done to James @ Kansas City who was the closest to winning a full 125k today. He got the result and the full time, and was just a goal away from the biggie in his half time forecast. And 5 more clubs got 50k for being correct with the forecast, the remaining 10 lads get the 20k - total paid into club funds = 525k.

Next Weekend's game will be:

Seattle Sounders v San Jose Earthquakes

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday August 8th, 2021 - 03:33:20 PM GMT
Trade: MIA - SJ

MIA sends 10 CP to SJ for 10 TP

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday August 8th, 2021 - 03:02:51 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 14:
Golden Gophers - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wwW)
Utah Surf Boys S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWw)
Langley F.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dWW)
Rochester Rhinos - MVP #4: 1 CP (Www)
D.C. United - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)
Atlanta Silverbacks - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #4: 1 CP (wDW)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday August 8th, 2021 - 09:34:17 AM GMT
Robin abs Craig Thomson

Robin, when the league fixtures are out in the computer selects the referees for the season. As I manually insert every cup tie I use up EVERY referee and in the DD Shield each ref gets 4 matches. I go down the 30 officials and have a system to try to give them all a good number of games each.

Will say I haven't looked at them for a while to see if there are trends appearing (penalties, red cards or yellow ones). Did comment last night that in the 3 games in Section D there was a red card in all 3 matches, but not one in the remaining 9 games. Should check session 3 as the same refs were on the same games reversed.

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday August 5th, 2021 - 10:19:25 AM GMT
Robin abs Craig Thomson

Robin, when the league fixtures are out in the computer selects the referees for the season. As I manually insert every cup tie I use up EVERY referee and in the DD Shield each ref gets 4 matches. I go down the 30 officials and have a system to try to give them all a good number of games each.

Will say I haven't looked at them for a while to see if there are trends appearing (penalties, red cards or yellow ones). Did comment last night that in the 3 games in Section D there was a red card in all 3 matches, but not one in the remaining 9 games. Should check session 3 as the same refs were on the same games reversed.

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Thursday August 5th, 2021 - 01:02:15 AM GMT
DD Trophy

It's 2 from each group.

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Wednesday August 4th, 2021 - 11:32:32 PM GMT
Dave Dowson Trophy

How many go through from each group?

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday August 4th, 2021 - 07:24:52 PM GMT
LATE LINEUP

Word of warning do NOT get OLD an senile . I had gone all day thinking it was tuesday  , most people blame it on pandemic , you lose track of time .

But a second thing came to my attantion > was lookink at list of Refs and came across  Craig Thomson  6 matches and 8 pens !  unbelievable, must post this on the blog > copy and paste , and it comes up with 0 pens ?

Turns out I had a small speck on my screen  which made the 0 look like an 8 . ... I need a lie down

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Wednesday August 4th, 2021 - 06:15:15 PM GMT
Calling VAN & KAN

After my late team getting put in, only VAN and KAN for the full house. 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday August 4th, 2021 - 06:02:29 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 13:
Philadelphia Union - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)
Seattle Sounders - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWW)
FC Dallas - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wwD)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday August 4th, 2021 - 02:34:09 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 4th August....:
SEA(70)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday August 4th, 2021 - 09:23:04 AM GMT
Midweek Update

5 teams still to put lines in for this evening, and shortly after I'll have done short reviews for each game. 
The group games are coming down to the wire and by tonight we'll know some of the Quarter Final teams.. 👍👍

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday August 2nd, 2021 - 09:06:04 PM GMT
Poll update etc

That was clear enough - 1 lads voted for a last 16, and 1 for a last 8.

Everybody who took part gets 30k - where were the rest of you hiding - was only a choice if a or b and easy cash.

I will organise the draw today and post it up soonest - I have some free time later this morning...

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday August 2nd, 2021 - 01:01:21 PM GMT
Trade: SEA - MIA

SEA sends 50k to MIA for Simon Parsons (4/13 DF)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday August 2nd, 2021 - 11:37:11 AM GMT
Youth Cup Draw

POLL MATCH for next Sunday is: 

Carolina Railhawks v Colorado Rapids

Gents, below is the draw for the 6 sections x 4 teams for the youth cup. Top 2 teams in each group (who will play the other teams in their group once only on neutral grounds) plus the best 4 of the 3rd placed teams will be in the last 16. Knockout from then on.

Matches will be played in sessions 19, 21, and 23.

Random    Group
Numbers Teams Draw
14 Daniel Island S.A. A1
19 Golden Gophers A2
1 Gananda Bandits S.C. A3
6 Windy City Pride A4
16 Laredo Heat B1
21 Langley F.C. B2
13 Washington Diplomats B3
24 Montreal Olympique B4
10 Red Force FC C1
9 Mount Tabor S.C. C2
4 Los Angeles Blues C3
2 North Sound Seawolves C4
7 Columbus Rebels D1
18 De Anza Force S.C. D2
20 Carson City Kickers D3
5 Texas Dutch Lions D4
22 Savannah Celtic FC E1
8 New Bedford Whalers E2
17 KC Athletics E3
12 Carolina Dynamo E4
23 Colorado Ice White F1
3 Fall River Rovers F2
15 Utah Surf Boys S.C. F3
11 Roxborough Indians S.C. F4

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday August 2nd, 2021 - 08:55:43 AM GMT
Poll update etc

That was clear enough - 1 lads voted for a last 16, and 1 for a last 8.

Everybody who took part gets 30k - where were the rest of you hiding - was only a choice if a or b and easy cash.

I will organise the draw today and post it up soonest - I have some free time later this morning...

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday August 2nd, 2021 - 08:19:25 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 2nd August....:
NE(20) PHI(50) SJ(30) SEA(35)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday August 1st, 2021 - 06:23:15 PM GMT
Steve and the Poll.

Steve, problem is that as I have no senior team I don't have a vote. Because I don't vote I can't see how things are going so I wait till close to the KO time to put in a neutral vote as REB, mainly so I know if anybody votes after the game time. 🤔

Today it didn't matter as there is no "result" to forecast.

I'll be on later with stuff - just back from taking my daughter and grandson, partner and her friend out for a high tea..

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday August 1st, 2021 - 03:02:33 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 12:
Gananda Bandits S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWw)
Windy City Pride - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
Chivas USA - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wDW)

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Sunday August 1st, 2021 - 10:26:01 AM GMT
Poll

With 66% of the 24 managers already voted the same way I don't think you need to wait, David

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday August 1st, 2021 - 08:45:24 AM GMT
Sunday Update

7 teams still to put lines in but at least 4 normally leave it till later - my concern is the 3 others. Let's try to have a full house - makes each game a challenge for both managers.. 

Anyway, good luck today to all.

I will post up the Youth Cup Groups (not drawn yet) - decided to wait till after the Poll finishes today - had a thought a few votes might have changed if teams knew their groups before they voted. 
But vote in the Poll - you all have a youth team so the Poll concerns you.. 👍👍

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Friday July 30th, 2021 - 07:55:33 AM GMT
Sorry David.

I completely forgot to put something in for the POR v CHA match, although it does look like nobody noticed. It gave David's lads their first win, and effectively ended any thoughts POR had of progressing to the last 8. Apologies to both lads (David and Derek), but mainly David... It is done now.. :-)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday July 28th, 2021 - 07:43:02 PM GMT
Wednesday Update (2)

Games completed, with 2 lads not turning up to put team lines in....    :-(

I have done a short review on each game plus the tables are there too, on the front page. Hope you enjoy!!

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday July 28th, 2021 - 06:02:35 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 11:
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #3: 1 TP (wwW)
Rochester Rhinos - MVP #3: 1 TP (dwW)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday July 28th, 2021 - 01:57:48 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 28th July....:
CHA(85) COL(40) NY(55)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday July 28th, 2021 - 09:51:44 AM GMT
Midweek update

6 lads to still put lines in for tonight's DD Shield ties, but there is still 9 hours to go so I am still hopeful of a full house.

Remember the Poll question, the result could affect your own (youth) team's success or otherwise in the Youth Cup...it's a straight forward choice so no work involved and every participant gets the same reward, regardless of the result....🤔🤔

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday July 26th, 2021 - 10:00:28 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 26th July....:
MIA(20) PHI(40) SJ(35) SEA(50)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday July 25th, 2021 - 04:56:39 PM GMT
Poll Match Update

Gents, 13 of you guessed the match result, and 2 didn't. So the 2 that didn't get 20k each, and all the others get 50k as NONE got the HT/FT results correct. Just one of these days!! But 690k paid into teams' accounts for payment at MSA.

Now, can you note that you only enter the Poll once - as either the senior or the youth team, NOT as both, eh, Matt?  I took your first entry and you had the same result with both, so that was okay..And Bill must have been busy at work as he missed this one.. :-)

NOW, next week's Poll is slightly different..

The Youth Cup is worked in 6 sections of 4 teams each.

Current situation is for the top team in the group plus the 2 best 2nd placed teams, based on points, goal difference, goals for to go to the last 8.

The Poll is to see whether you want that for this season OR to put through the top 2 teams plus the 4 best placed 3rd teams to make a last 16, a la Euros 2020.

Straight choice, and I will pay for all entries regardless of your vote. Can't be fairer than that...

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday July 25th, 2021 - 03:02:35 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 10:
Columbus Rebels - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)
Fall River Rovers - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (DwW)
Vancouver Whitecaps - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wDW)
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (Dww)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday July 25th, 2021 - 01:34:57 PM GMT
Thanks David

I appreciate the info!

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday July 25th, 2021 - 10:01:33 AM GMT
Andrew and the Cup

Complete draw is in the rules, Andrew, but I can tell you here...

1. Winner of Group A plays RU Group B

2. Winner of Group B plays RU Group A

3. Winner of Group C plays RU Group D

4. Winner of Group D plays RU Group C

Semi Finals are Winner of tie 1 v Winner of tie 3 and 

Winner of tie 2 plays Winner of tie 4 - all games on neutral grounds and played to a finish. 

KO ties are played on the same evening as the 3 x Group games of the Youth Cup. It's all go!!

A little mention here in advance- next weeks Poll question I'd like a 100% response - mmmm! It'll be up late this afternoon. 👍👍

 

 

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Saturday July 24th, 2021 - 09:37:44 PM GMT
Cup draw

Quick question on the DD Shield. After the group stage is done and 2 teams qualify from each group - is there any format for the ensuing draw? Does first place in your group ensure you drawn against a second place side? or is it a completely open draw? 

Thanks in advance for the info!

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday July 22nd, 2021 - 09:54:15 AM GMT
Midweek Update

Last night only 1 NMR and I'm guessing that was an oversight by David.. 🤔

Some good games and some results that will keep the pit boiling for a couple more group games..

By this weekend I will have contacted Mark to assist with the Cup groups (he has already been paid to assist in all Cup draws 🤓). 
As last season there will be 6 sections x 4 teams, playing once each with all games on neutral grounds, and the top team in each group go to the Quarter Finals plus the 2 top best 2nd placed teams.

I will post the Draw in the Youth Section on the front page, when completed.

Now we head for the weekend League games.. and don't forget the Poll game too. Costs nothing to enter abs money that can be won has been increased again for this season. Get in it to get some..💵💵

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday July 21st, 2021 - 08:59:01 PM GMT
Cup Reviews

Gents, I have had to take over doing the Cup Reviews as Simon has found he hasn't the time to do them.

Tonight's games are under the Cup Review slot and should be up EVERY Wednesday by 7-30 maximum. 👍

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday July 21st, 2021 - 06:01:28 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 9:
Chivas USA - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wdw)
Real Salt Lake - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wDW)
Montreal Impact - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday July 21st, 2021 - 02:47:23 PM GMT
Simon and the Cup

Simon, Miami will play home and away against the other 5 teams in the group. Top 2 go to the Quarter Finals. So far you have played the other teams once each - tonight we start on the return path - next 5 midweeks finish the Group matches... Hope this helps.

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
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Wednesday July 21st, 2021 - 12:07:46 PM GMT
cup

Just a question about the cup.

How is the next round being determined? Do the top 2 continue?

Sorry, I have a lot on my mind lately, and as I saw that my next competition game is very important...I might look to my options...

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday July 20th, 2021 - 05:54:01 PM GMT
Poor Andy

As in (why do I try to keep SJ poor? 😟😟)

Andy, I have missed you before and you are correct - don't know how I miss you..

apologies, young man, I will sort it out. Me, I accept a yellow card..🤓🤓

 
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Tuesday July 20th, 2021 - 09:05:02 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 19th July….my error!:
SJ(40)

 
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Monday July 19th, 2021 - 08:39:08 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 19th July….my error!:
SJ(40)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday July 19th, 2021 - 08:38:04 PM GMT
Poor Andy

As in (why do I try to keep SJ poor? 😟😟)

Andy, I have missed you before and you are correct - don't know how I miss you..

apologies, young man, I will sort it out. Me, I accept a yellow card..🤓🤓

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday July 19th, 2021 - 07:07:35 PM GMT
Participation

Come on David, a bit tight 10k. I did do a journal as well. 
 

Making me earn it this week.

 
Commissioner
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Monday July 19th, 2021 - 10:07:21 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 19th July....:
PHI(40) SJ(10) SEA(50)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday July 18th, 2021 - 05:33:27 PM GMT
Crap!

I wrote a decent Blog about the Poll results and I obviously didn't save it..

Right, today's game - 9 managers got the correct result (one lad put it in twice, but easily spotted, and no double pay out..) and of the 9, 4 lads got one of the HT/FTs correct as well, so Paul, Simon, Andrew, and Lewis all get 75k, the remaining 5 gents all receive 50k.

7 managers didn't get the result correct so they get tyhe usual 20k. Total payout = 690k

Next Sunday's game will be:

MIAMI FC v PORTLAND TIMBERS

(great game due up, as neither has a point and neither has scored a goal, so something has to give - fill yer boots!! (Now to save this blog before it disappears into the ether... )

 

 
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Sunday July 18th, 2021 - 03:02:24 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 8:
Carson City Kickers - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (DwW)
Roxborough Indians S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
Red Force FC - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWw)
Colorado Ice White - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
Rochester Rhinos - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWw)

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Saturday July 17th, 2021 - 06:54:29 PM GMT
Orders

In nice and early this week but don't get used to it, David.

 
Commissioner
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Wednesday July 14th, 2021 - 06:02:37 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 7:
Seattle Sounders - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday July 14th, 2021 - 04:27:14 PM GMT
Poll + England supporters

Thanks, David. Makes total sense, and I appreciate the explanation. Apologies for the late orders here - still aiming for no NMRs, but I'm sure leaving it until the last minute adds some stress as well. I'll try to avoid that too often.

England supporters haven't really covered themselves in glory this tournament, have they? I know it's the minority that give the majority a bad name, but between the ticketless supporters causing trouble, the harassment of their own players, the laser pen, the harassment of children, the petition, and more...it certainly has taken a lot of attention away from what should have been a massive success for the national team. Maybe Southgate is happy that the attention has been drawn away from his tactics in the final, however...

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday July 14th, 2021 - 10:35:55 AM GMT
Wednesday Update

Only MIA, POR, SEA, CHI to put lines in for tonight - halfway point in the DD Shield group games.

Let's keep these NMRs down lads - I won't let them get out of control... Thanks.

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday July 14th, 2021 - 10:33:01 AM GMT
I could have told them....

Just read about the over 100,000 idiots who have apparently signed a petition to have the Final replayed, apparently due to the “bias of the referee” and the fact “Chiellini wasn’t smacked on the wrists even more for his outrageous assault on the teenager Baka”. Amazing to find most of them can write their names....

Now, I can tell them EUFA or even FIFA won’t entertain it- as older managers will remember (yes, you know who you are..) back to 1966 when 4.3 millions Scots all petitioned to have the only Final England have ever won replayed or at best annulled and the Cup given to Germany. In those days every person in Scotland had the vote, even babies could put a custard topped finger down as their vote. (I will get that fact checked out – it was an old lad at the bowling club who told me, and why would he lie?)

(Queen Nicola has found out about it, and is planning to bring in voting for EVERY living Scot in time for the next Referendum.)

The basis before for the petition was that the slow witted/footed Ukrainian linesman Bakhramov knew that there was no goal line or VAR technology, and that if he didn’t make a decision soonest, the game would go on forever and his tea would get cold. As most of the fans were relatives of the aforementioned still to be born 100,000 idiots, he thought nobody would care apart from 11 German players and the 500 Germans watching on TV.  HE WAS WRONG – he forgot the 4.3million Scots!!

The 100,000 idiots expected a win and the after match tantrums only serve to make me think there is very little difference between having heroes and zeroes, as the penalty missers will testify..

At least we don’t have such tantrums in SESL and OASL...     :-)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday July 13th, 2021 - 02:43:41 PM GMT
Andrew

True you said Draw so that was accepted and although the HT was wrong the FT was correct. But I couldn't let you then go for Italy and pens - I'm amenable but not that amenable. But you are entitled to another 25k and I'll add it to your 50k. 👍

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Monday July 12th, 2021 - 04:04:47 PM GMT
Poll Question

Can't quite recall the nuances of the poll question scoring, but I believe that I predicted a draw with 1-1 full time with Italy winning on penalties. Does that earn a partial correct score, or would I have needed to get halftime correct for the FT score to get me any credit?

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday July 12th, 2021 - 10:25:56 AM GMT
Poll Update

I noticed when I looked at the question I forgot to carry forward the piece at 90 minutes which I put in initially.

So in the interest of fair play I have counted as a correct result all people who said a draw, and also those who said Italy would win. Even so, nobody got all 3 things correct, with Simon and Bryce getting 75k for getting one of the scores correct too. I am paying 10 more lads 50k for the overall correct result, whether in 90 minutes or the full game.  (Marc, you forgot the HT/FT scores, but still got the correct result - what COULD you have won....)

Bottom line is 21 (of 24) of you put in a return to the Poll... Thanks for that!!

Next week's game will be the "old Firm" match  :-)

 
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Monday July 12th, 2021 - 09:57:40 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 12th July....:
DAL(10) PHI(40) ROC(10) SJ(40)

 
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Monday July 12th, 2021 - 09:54:03 AM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 12th July....:
SJ(130)

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday July 11th, 2021 - 04:08:14 PM GMT
Retirements

San Jose Earthquakes retired two players 5/12 & 4/12.

 

 
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Sunday July 11th, 2021 - 03:02:01 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 6:
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWw)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday July 11th, 2021 - 10:15:07 AM GMT
Sunday Update

First of all Phil, I have always been a Match Secretary in a variety of sports and making draws with multiple teams involved was near and drink to me (a or b v c or d or e etc).

Apologies if it seemed confusing to some of you but it's all fine now - so remember to put the Poll in by kick off time tonight..... Eady money!!

Only 3 teams missing for today (plus my youth team - I'm on it now..

Good luck all 👍👍

 
Phil McIntosh
Rochester Rhinos


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
2 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday July 11th, 2021 - 04:59:34 AM GMT
Poll

I stared at that poll for a looooooong time on Tuesday. 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday July 8th, 2021 - 08:46:55 AM GMT
Oh dear - the Poll

Gents, I wasn't giving you the option of picking one of the 2 games to work on.

It is for this Sunday's Final - I thought it looked good from where I was sitting - but now I see it has to be set out properly.

I have copied the poll results for now, but have restated the game now as Italy v England so everybody can go back in and vote for result, ht and ft scores.

if someone who has voted doesn't come back in, then I'll use what I can with what you put in before. 
PLEASE ALL VOTE AGAIN!!!

PS I did a review of the cup games last night - were on by 8pm. Service with a smile.. 😁😁

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday July 7th, 2021 - 11:27:20 PM GMT
Poll

Umm 1-1 / 1-1 Draw that should have been. Lol

 
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Wednesday July 7th, 2021 - 07:50:38 PM GMT
Trade: NY - VAN

NY sends 2 TP to VAN for Shawn Pattison (4/20 GK)

 
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Wednesday July 7th, 2021 - 06:01:40 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 5:
Rochester Rhinos - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)
Montreal Impact - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWD)

 
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Tuesday July 6th, 2021 - 08:53:47 AM GMT
Bio & Team Updates

The following teams receive Bio & Team Updates through 6th July - oversight - sorry!:
MIN(100)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday July 5th, 2021 - 10:49:55 AM GMT
Poll Match

I am not asking you to pick a team from the 4 - whichever team from Italy or Spain reaches the Final will be up v winner of Denmark or England. I just want a tick in the box and scores - I will do the rest.

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday July 5th, 2021 - 10:42:39 AM GMT
Poll Match Update

Gents,  A good week for 2 lads who guessed the full house and receive 125k into their Poll earnings - Mark and Roy. 4 other lads got the result and one of the other scores (75k), and 4 more got just the result, earning them 50k.

Next week's game will be based on the Euros 2020 Final. At the moment there are 4 teams in it, but I can quote the Final and you can always leave your voting till after Wednesday's game.  Poll earnings will be based on 90 minutes (so a draw is possible) - pens are not included in your options...  :-)

 
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Monday July 5th, 2021 - 10:29:11 AM GMT
Bio & Team Updates

The following teams receive Bio & Team Updates through 5th July - last of the payments now!:
CHI(100) CHV(100) LA(100) MON(100) NE(100)

 
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Monday July 5th, 2021 - 10:27:57 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 5th July....:
COL(20) CLB(20) DAL(40) NE(50) NY(15) PHI(50) ROC(20) SJ(40) SEA(25)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday July 4th, 2021 - 03:54:49 PM GMT
Deadlines

True, Andy, but I never worry about you. Now James and KCA.... Wonder if he will get my email I sent him an hour ago......????

 
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Sunday July 4th, 2021 - 03:02:00 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 4:
Colorado Rapids - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wDw)

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday July 4th, 2021 - 02:02:42 PM GMT
All done

Late as usual.

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday July 4th, 2021 - 12:55:31 PM GMT
First league games today

And apart from Andy and his 2 team lines, only James is missing for his youth team, possibly forgetting the youth kicks off today.. 🤔🤔🤔🤔

Now the season kicks off in earnest......👍👍

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Sunday July 4th, 2021 - 11:39:46 AM GMT
TPs

What am I thinking? I was doing my Youth, deciding whether to train 4+2 or 3+3 and just popped over to senior team. Saw 30 TP and thought I'd bobbed up. Of course I have enough assuming I get two MVP.

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday July 4th, 2021 - 09:09:36 AM GMT
Steve and TPs

It's not all bad news Steve. You only need 2 TPs to get your 4 lads trained up, and if you did sell one of them you wouldn't need 2 TPs - you would have a small surplus instead.

no TPs due in auctions - idea was to buy in extras pre season or trade players or cash for them.

I am sure somebody has a couple they will sell to you.... 🤔🤔

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Sunday July 4th, 2021 - 09:01:41 AM GMT
Erm

I seem to have messed up here. 4 good age 1 players trasferred from Youth team but I didn't buy any extra TP.

So three questiions.

1. Will there be any TP in the auctions?

2. If not will anybody sell me any - I'll pay 20k over the pre-season price for each

3. If not will anyone want to buy either of my age 1 defenders for ???k + 2 TP?

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday July 3rd, 2021 - 07:49:10 PM GMT
The Phantom Suspension

The suspension was an accident put in by the laddie (no names to protect him from social abuse...!!) who entered your new youths. Actually he was down for 9 games suspension - sorted now..

Can't get shot of the ? players that infrequently come up - if they showed as players I can edit or delete them, but they don't show in the Commish's edit choices.  I wouldn't pick him though.. :-) 

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Saturday July 3rd, 2021 - 05:31:03 PM GMT
Gananda...

...also seems to have a mystery player with no name at the bottom of the roster

 
Phil McIntosh
Rochester Rhinos


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
2 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Saturday July 3rd, 2021 - 04:19:53 PM GMT
NMR and red card

Sorry for the NMR. Mid week games seem to catch me more often than not.

Also, Gananda shows a suspended player. David Sinclair was just added to our roster and is yet to play a game in the history if OASL. Did he leave his towel on the floor in the locker? What gives?

 

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Friday July 2nd, 2021 - 11:43:25 PM GMT
THAT TP...

The 99 is probably a limitation put on by the original author who never considered TP would get to triple digits.   Likely an int(2) kind of thing. Or I could be wrong...

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday July 1st, 2021 - 09:25:43 AM GMT
Roy and Bill

I think you are right Roy, 99 it is as you can hold over some (or just plain forget to TP some of the youth), and 99 is the max.

Mind you, thinking that if you did spend 22 matches x 4 training, your youth team would not contribute much to the main teams purse during close season as it'll cost 75k per match extra to train 4 lads per game coming off the match income....🤔🤔

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Thursday July 1st, 2021 - 01:48:59 AM GMT
TP

I believe the TP limit is 99 as the system can't go into triple figures, but TP can be held over from previous seasons to add to the 60 awarded at the start of the season 

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday June 30th, 2021 - 10:25:55 PM GMT
TP limit in youth league

I thought this was 70? Am I wrong as I see youth sides with 90 TP...

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday June 30th, 2021 - 09:35:31 PM GMT
NMRs

This early - 3 sessions - we have had 5 NMRs.

Gents, OASL has to be one of the easiest set ups to play in that EVERY team plays EVERY Sunday and Wednesday for at least the first 10 weeks (till the DD Shield group games are done). But 14% of the games so far has featured an NMR. 

If anybody has a problem entering a line up, tell me soonest and I will assist. It doesn't reflect well on the game.

I am guessing SESL has some NMRs but Mark chooses not to show them on the stats page - I do! Thanks!

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday June 30th, 2021 - 06:21:26 PM GMT
Thanks Andrew

But with 40 minutes to go I could do with POR, MIA, and ROC joining you....

 
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Wednesday June 30th, 2021 - 06:01:41 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 3:
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
Seattle Sounders - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWw)
Real Salt Lake - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)
New York Red Bulls - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dwW)
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dWW)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday June 30th, 2021 - 02:47:16 PM GMT
1 of 4 sets of orders in

The Sounders team bus was late to the stadium after the tires on the bus had melted during the city's extreme heat wave. After being replaced, the team will request water breaks midway through each half.

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday June 30th, 2021 - 01:05:23 PM GMT
5 hours to go….

And 4 teams still missing for DD Shield match 3....

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday June 29th, 2021 - 10:17:34 AM GMT
IMPORTANT - READ PLEASE...

Gents, the League programme starts this weekend, and last night I noticed that I made a big mistake putting in REB youth, in that I didn't cover for the keeper who went up to CLB. As you know I just run REB, and Allan takes care of the important team... :-)

Now, I plan to alter one of my NEW youth's position from wherever to cover as a 2nd keeper, but I am aware I am usurping my powers, so to speak.

So, as I plan to do it in the fairness of the upcoming games, I am offering the same to all of you.

IF you want to alter the position of any one of your NEW Youth players to another normal position, just place it here on the Blog or in my in Box (eg FW Smith to MF) but do it before Saturday noon, so I can make the change and you can do your team orders with the lad in his new position.

One NEW player to a new position in his YOUTH team only, please...

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday June 28th, 2021 - 10:17:02 AM GMT
Monday Update

Gents, thanks for the full house yesterday - some nice games - too few goals but can't have everything.. :-)

Paid participation this morning, but have kept back a payment for David @ DAL and and an extra one for Rob @ PHI as both journals were put in today. I look to pay for Monday to Sunday, so have logged a payment already for next Monday for you 2 lads.   I won't forget..!!

 

 
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Monday June 28th, 2021 - 10:13:29 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 28th June....:
CHI(10) CHV(10) CLB(15) LA(10) MIA(25) MIN(10) NE(30) NY(10) PHI(35) SJ(25) SEA(30)

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Sunday June 27th, 2021 - 11:27:43 AM GMT
Season started

Good to see the season started already. I think a big thank you for David and everyone who helped him to get the things up to date! Great work guys!

Shutterstock

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday June 27th, 2021 - 09:35:16 AM GMT
Sunday Update

Only 4 teams left to put lines in for , so hoping for a full house this time.

Weather improving - things are looking up - so lucky for those who did their bios updates but didn't tell me. I will make a payment tomorrow along with the participation money. I can be very flush with the company's cash.. :-)

 
Marc Legowski
Chicago Fire


 
Recent Entries
Sunday June 27th, 2021 - 09:04:51 AM GMT
update

Same. Forgot to blog

 
Alon Atie
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Saturday June 26th, 2021 - 09:37:38 PM GMT
also never advised of update

very foolish of me.

 
Lewis Creasey
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Friday June 25th, 2021 - 05:53:42 PM GMT
LA about, and the bio

LA never advised of updated either.  My bad.

 

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Thursday June 24th, 2021 - 10:02:13 PM GMT
David

Yes I'm ok to carry on playing. It's just the participation in SESL that is affected really.

And sorry I didn't inform you about the bio  - for some reason I didn't see that I had to.

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday June 24th, 2021 - 04:24:43 PM GMT
Steve

On reading your SESL Blog, I realised that'll be the reason for the NMR.

On the subject of the bios update, you would have received the amount plus a bonus (like 13 teams did) for doing it by last Saturday, and the remaining amounts (ie without a bonus) were to be paid out if completed by KO time yesterday. On at least 5 occasions I stated the proviso was the manager had to inform me he had completed them - I didn't have time to check everybody's. 
Are you okay for continuing - unlikely to miss out again knowing you are playing Sunday's and Wednesdays from yesterday?

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Thursday June 24th, 2021 - 12:44:23 PM GMT
NMR

For some reason i thought we'd be starting at the weekend and I've only just come online to see if I'd been paid for Bio and team Update that I did before the early deadline.

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday June 24th, 2021 - 09:24:23 AM GMT
NMRs

Can't deny I was disappointed at having 2 x NMRs - being the first game a team line could have been in ages ago. If any lad feels they might have a problem this early please flag it up to me - I can help - hopefully yesterday was a blip.....🤔

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday June 24th, 2021 - 09:19:44 AM GMT
We ALL would get that one correct, Al.

I'd be paying out thousands - 0-0 at the break, 1-1 at full time, and "you know who" winning on pens. 
Roller coaster last night in both games - now Hungary will know how we in Scotland feel., except they had real talent out there - hard to believe they are one of Europe's lesser lights.. 🤔🤔

 

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Wednesday June 23rd, 2021 - 10:52:57 PM GMT
THAT Next Poll - I have an idea...

David: Can you PLEASE, PLEASE make the next poll about the GER-ENG match?

I think I will FINALLY get a poll result correct...

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday June 23rd, 2021 - 07:42:54 PM GMT
Trade: CHI - MON

CHI sends 700k to MON for Geddy Lee (2/25 GK)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday June 23rd, 2021 - 12:04:24 PM GMT
Opening Poll Game

I wanted to use a Euro match but the games are not known for a week on Sunday, so we kick off with an opening League match:

Kansas City Wizards v Minnesota Thunder

You have a week and a half for this one - closing time is 3pm on Sunday 4th July...

I'm in a good mood today, so it is 20k for taking part, 50k for getting the Result correct (ie home win, draw, or away win), then a further 25k for the half OR full time score, and a grand 125k if the result and both scores are correct..  

Not my money, I just want participation.  :-)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday June 23rd, 2021 - 09:18:45 AM GMT
Grand Opening Day!!

Only 4 teams left to enter team lines - DC, MON, NE, LA.

Still loads of time but looking forward to some good games.

Season 27 is good to go......

(Will be putting up a Poll game once I've decided whether it will be another Euro gane or one of our own- decisions, decisions.). 🤔🤔🤔🤔

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday June 22nd, 2021 - 07:45:46 PM GMT
Full house

Get them orders in lads. 
 

Looking forward to another great season in oasl David, thank you. 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday June 22nd, 2021 - 09:27:27 AM GMT
Grand Opening Day - tomorrow

Gents, all pre season stuff done and 12 of the 24 clubs have already put team lines in - only 12 more to go - let's have a full house for tomorrow, eh? 
This will give Simon a good start in his Cup Review season. 👍👍

Ready, Simon?? 

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Monday June 21st, 2021 - 04:49:18 PM GMT
CHV Bio's Done

CHV Bios are completed. 

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Monday June 21st, 2021 - 04:32:52 PM GMT
CHV Pre-Season Done

David, 

Apologies for this not being completed. Now done.  

 
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Monday June 21st, 2021 - 08:43:52 AM GMT
Bio & Team Updates

The following teams receive Bio & Team Updates through 21st June ....:
ATL(150) COL(150) CLB(150) DC(150) DAL(150) MIA(150) PHI(150) RSL(150) SJ(150) SEA(150) VAN(150)

 
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Monday June 21st, 2021 - 08:41:41 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 21st June ....:
CHV(20) COL(45) CLB(10) DAL(35) PHI(40) SJ(10) VAN(40)

 
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Monday June 21st, 2021 - 08:37:31 AM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 21st June....:
DAL(90) POR(110)

 
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Sunday June 20th, 2021 - 04:33:57 PM GMT
Trade: COL - MON

COL sends 325k to MON for Tuguy (3/18 MF)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday June 20th, 2021 - 11:07:14 AM GMT
Sunday Update

On the plus side, every team now has 25 players or less.

On the negative side, I have 2 teams still to do pre season (CHV & HOU) - come on lads, we start a fresh challenge on Wednesday.. If not done by Monday evening I will likely complete them myself. Strange thing is the 2 teams have never been in this position before, so hoping neither manager is unwell, or on holiday and can't access the internet...

Again, the chance of a team getting the Blair bonus for updating their Bios (Team and personal) has gone. 10 of you have received it, from now till Wednesday 6pm any others will receive the usual 100k, after 6pm Wednesday there will be NO bonus for them. Easy money, can't understand why everybody wouldn't want easy money. Rules are that you quote Season 27 in all Bios updates and tell me when you have completed them.

Now looking forward to Wednesday and first matches in the DD Shield @ 6pm. 

If I have done it right, EVERY midweek will be 6pm and EVERY Sunday will be 3pm (even allowing for the October hour gain).

Tomorrow I will put up a Poll, and pay out participation money plus Bios cash.. 

Good luck to all going forward...

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday June 20th, 2021 - 05:33:31 AM GMT
Pools ?

Pools or is it Polls ....Nurse ease up on Roys medication .

Now talking about a bunch of Irish/american gangsters who have taken over at Wrexham .

Does not bode well for visiting teams  , should they win ...ck out the home directors box to see if the are

holding large violin/guitar cases  !!

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Saturday June 19th, 2021 - 10:50:25 PM GMT
Pools

I'm afraid I was one of the 4 not to take part in the England poll. Did you know that Deadpool got his name from the bar where hitmen were betting which of them would be taken out next?

Which nicely brings me onto Wrexham AFC - currently co-owner by Deadpool actor Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. McElhenney was born in Philadelphia and is a huge Union fan. In fact his wife went into labour whilst they were at a game.

So I'm delighted to hear that Wrexham will be playing Union Rob and I think we can guess why. (The actors are also making a documentary about Wrexham)

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Saturday June 19th, 2021 - 04:15:48 PM GMT
Philadelphia Union

Just been told by a mate of mine that's a Wrexham fan that they will play Philadelphia Union on the last day of their training camp whilst in the USA in july,should be interesting  wonder if it will be on a sports channel???

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday June 19th, 2021 - 09:11:23 AM GMT
THAT Poll

Can't be a spoiler here, but just to say it was great 20 of you took the time to enter the Poll. Only 4 didn't feel the need for some Poll money to start the season's total.

NOBODY got all 3 things correct, in fact only 1 manager guessed the result - a draw. Well done Tim, now if you have put in a half time scoreline at 0-0 you would have got 75k, your full time result was wrong so the big prize was not on (125K). Tim gets 50k, and everyone else gets 25k as nobody else predicted the Scots to get a deserved draw. It has been pointed out that it is possible that if Scotland beat Croatia, England might have to beat the Czechs to avoid finishing 3rd, but that is for a later day. The Scots celebrate because no-one thought they would leave Wembley with anything. England ponder just how good the EPL seems to be, but the national team can't buy goals. 525k paid into this season's Poll monies.

All teams have their totals down to 25 or less players, now only KC, ATL, CLB, CHV, HOU to do pre season....:-)

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Saturday June 19th, 2021 - 12:36:32 AM GMT
THAT Poll

Did I win the poll?  I'm sure I predicted a nil-nil outcome...

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Saturday June 19th, 2021 - 12:25:18 AM GMT
EURO POLL

"Stirling Dives and wins a Pen 1-0 "

Blast , nearly won Millions in the poll , as predicted that slimey little to-rag did dive  , but did not get the penalty .

 
Simon Bijker Jnr
Red Force FC


 
Recent Entries
Friday June 18th, 2021 - 10:50:27 PM GMT
pre season

My apologies for the delay, but Red Force has reduced players to 24.

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday June 18th, 2021 - 04:02:53 PM GMT
SJ bio updated

All done. 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Friday June 18th, 2021 - 03:48:18 PM GMT
PRE SEASON

Not going to let this go, lads, until all 24 teams have done pre season and 2 of you have reduced your youth squads to 25 or less players....

On the latter subject, if not done by Sunday morning I will reduce them myself - as there is no cash for retired youths. And I know which players would be getting retired, around 3 in each team.

But 6 teams STILL have pre season to do, I have done all my work, so it isn't asking too much for it all to be completed by Sunday, please? I knew you would see it my way, no names, but on the stats page it is clear to see which teams are missing.

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Friday June 18th, 2021 - 12:42:25 AM GMT
COL Bio Updated

Pre-season done and Bio updated and orders set for match 1

Don't forget to update the nationality of your players if you do that sort of thing

Mine have all been Austrian footballers for some time so it's been quite nice to see the real players in the Euros

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday June 17th, 2021 - 09:02:43 PM GMT
Thursday Update

Still 2 teams to reduce players - Windy City Pride (Marc) and Red Force (Simon) and 8 teams to do pre season - Kansas City, Chivas, Houston, Colorado, Chicago (Marc), Columbus, Charleston, Atlanta.

and 10 teams have earned the full bonus (normal plus my extra) for their Bios updates - got till Saturday evening for the rest of you, after that it will just be the normal till Wednesday 6pm, then it's nothing..

Do it all now, and sit back and wait for the opening day...

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Wednesday June 16th, 2021 - 04:52:24 PM GMT
Rochester New Owner

https://twitter.com/skysportsnews/status/1404795829374767104?s=21
 

looks like Jamie Vardy has a club to go to when leaving Leicester. 

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Wednesday June 16th, 2021 - 02:13:27 PM GMT
Rochester New Owner

https://twitter.com/skysportsnews/status/1404795829374767104?s=21
 

looks like Jamie Vardy has a club to go to when leaving Leicester. 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday June 16th, 2021 - 11:37:00 AM GMT
Final Push!!

Gents, we start the new season (27) next Wednesday, so I thought I would bring you up to date.

You have all done well, okay I have had to push a couple of lads, but overall I am delighted at the response to my requests, and here are the last ones.

1)  I STILL need the following Clubs to reduce their players in their squads to 25 or lower, BUT at least to 25:

Windy City Pride (Marc), Washington Diplomats (Matt), Savannah Celtic (Bryce), and Red Force (Simon)

2)  I need the following teams to do Pre Season - buy CPs/TPs and pick a Captain:

DC United, Chicago Fire, Kansas City, LA Galaxy, Chivas USA, HOuston Dynamos, Colorado Rapids, Columbus Crew, Atlanta Silverbacks, Charleston Battery, Montreal Impacts.

3)  Youth teams - I am not checking them individually, but if you haven't done so with your own team, then go to Preseason and pick a Captain ONLY, you can't buy anything for your youth team.

4)  LAST call for Bios (Team and Personal) to be done to get the payment PLUS the Blair bonus - you have till Saturday for that. After that and before starting time (Wednesday 6pm), you will only get the payment. After we kick off, Nil, Nothing, sod all, maybe even less than that..  Mention Season 27 in all you do, and Blog or in Box me to tell me it's done. So far I have CLB, MIA, PHI, RSL, SEA, VAN who are getting the big bucks, where are the rest of you? Honestly, the money isn't coming out of my pocket...:-)

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday June 15th, 2021 - 11:36:12 PM GMT
Retirements

Just an alert for the retirement of a couple of our team.

6/8 GK  and a 6/10 DF

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Tuesday June 15th, 2021 - 08:09:20 PM GMT
Philly signing

Philly are proud to announce the signing of SW Ian Moseley from MON,coach rob stated we need to strengthen the defence as we gave away too many goals last season and this man fits the bill,he will slot straight into the side and help develop the young lads coming through. 

 
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Tuesday June 15th, 2021 - 08:21:39 AM GMT
Trade: PHI - MON

PHI sends 600k to MON for Ian Mosely (2/23 SW)

 
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Monday June 14th, 2021 - 10:25:01 AM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 14th June....:
CAR(150) LA(180) MIN(15) NE(190) NY(35)

 
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Monday June 14th, 2021 - 10:22:28 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 14th June....:
ATL(10) CHA(15) CHV(15) COL(40) CLB(25) DAL(50) MIA(20) NY(10) ROC(30) SEA(50) VAN(50)

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Monday June 14th, 2021 - 12:09:52 AM GMT
THAT Euro Poll Prediction...EURO 2020(?!?!)

I'm feeling pretty good about my 4-nil prediction on the 18th thank you very much Mr. Dewar!  

:-)

And Robin you are not exactly instilling confidence that I'm off with your 1-nil PK prediction there for England.

Oh and can someone tell me WHY there's this FIFA insistence on calling this "EURO 2020"?  

Were the matches already played last year and I'm just watching them on tape (no wonder Robin knows the result)?  I get that when we hit January its hard to remember we're in a new year and sometimes I'll write the prior year.  But it is (checks calendar)...JUNE!!!

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday June 13th, 2021 - 08:08:25 PM GMT
EURO POLL

LOL what a LARF  , Allan & Alon nearly had me on the floor

. Have to use a Spoiler ..

Allan had one team down to win 4-0 obviously had too much DEWARS whiskey ( a big seller in the States )

Not the case with Alon  , had a team leading 2-0 at half-time and goes on to win 1-0 ..NURSE less medication for Alon

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday June 12th, 2021 - 02:35:31 PM GMT
Payouts

Meant to say thanks to Roy, Robin and David for imputting the youth team players @ 8 players at team. And as mentioned it is thanks in advance to Mark for his helping with 4 Cup Draws. The DD Shield has been drawn and it resulted as below - I need a little more time to schedule the games as a gremlin nipped in earlier and stopped me - Mark is on the case. If it can't be sorted soon so you can see your first 3 games, then I will manually put every game in (as in the last 3 seasons, but it takes time...). Watch this space, or actually watch your senior club's schedule as from tomorrow morning.

Dave Dowson Shield

Group Draw (top 2 to Quarter Finals)

Dave Dowson Shield
 
Section A
D.C. United
Montreal Impact
San Jose Earthquakes
Chicago Fire
Colorado Rapids
FC Dallas
 
Section B
New York Red Bulls
Rochester Rhinos
Real Salt Lake
Columbus Crew
Kansas City Wizards
Los Angeles Galaxy
 
Section C
Atlanta Silverbacks
Miami FC
Seattle Sounders
Vancouver Whitecaps
Houston Dynamos

Minnesota Thunder (Current Holders)

 
Section D
Chivas USA
Philadephia Union
Carolina Railhawks
Charleston Battery
Portland Timbers
New England Revolution

 
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Saturday June 12th, 2021 - 02:20:14 PM GMT
Trade: NY - KC

NY sends 2 TP to KC for 2 CP

 
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Saturday June 12th, 2021 - 12:28:15 PM GMT
Input of new youth player

The following teams receive Input of new youth player through 12th June inputting youth team players....:
CHA(100) COL(100) VAN(100)

 
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Saturday June 12th, 2021 - 12:26:56 PM GMT
Cup Draw Participation

The following teams receive Cup Draw Participation through 12th June for 4 cup draws in season 27....:
MON(100)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday June 12th, 2021 - 10:11:00 AM GMT
Recent Blogs

That's good to see, a few new Blogs as it always seems I write them all.. It will earn cash for the participants so it is all good.

Welcome back Phil, glad to have been of service - I think I did okay for ROC and GBS, but if you have any discrepancies just ask - and for the usual fee .........

I did toy with the idea of transferring 4 players, 3 with the normal 5 game no trade value, and 1 that could be transferred, but it can be difficult to get 24 responses to a request. So, I am sticking with the 5 game transfer embargo for now. Remember, a lad only has to play 1 minute to count as a game played - whether he gets subbed in the 1st minute off, or subbed on in the 89th minute. 

Today Mark and I will draw the Dave Dowson Shield and this afternoon my last BIG job will be done - creating theisections and scheduling the games, and then it's just the Auction (and a Poll to start from Monday 21st). 

Mark will be "conscripted" to draw each Cup with me - 4 in all - he's agreed in principle - just the fee we need to work out....  :-)

REMEMBER to do your Bios Updates and before 16th for the payment plus bonus, and the 23rd for the normal payment.  Only 5 so far are down but they will get the bonus payment..

AND there are 12 youth teams needing to lose players to get down to the 22-25 range (actually one is my own one - oops!!!).

 
Phil McIntosh
Rochester Rhinos


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
2 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Saturday June 12th, 2021 - 05:45:34 AM GMT
Here's #4 in action...

May be an image of one or more people, people standing, people playing sports and grass

 
Phil McIntosh
Rochester Rhinos


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
2 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Saturday June 12th, 2021 - 05:44:28 AM GMT
Off season

Thank you, David Blair, for guiding my team through the off season moves. Here's the reason for my recent inactivity: my kid just won solid gold first place at the state 3v3 soccer championships. They've had a good team for years, but after a plethora of silver they knocked off the big dogs 3-2 in the final for the gold medal. Thanks for your patience, Mr. Blair!!!

May be an image of one or more people and people standing

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Saturday June 12th, 2021 - 12:54:04 AM GMT
Bold

You're right Robin and he put it in bold type too

I'm just going to have to blame tired eyes and small print - I've just finished creating the players for 7 youth teams and spent 20mins trying to work out where one player had gone as i couldn't find him in the squad I was updating only to realise there wasn't a gap in the player #numbers - i just hadn't created him!

gratz on the youth cup btw 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Saturday June 12th, 2021 - 12:06:36 AM GMT
Youth Teams

To Quote David

"Youth Teams MUST be reduced to a maximum of 25 players, and can be reduced further down to 22, BUT not below 22. So, minimum of 22 and max of 25. "

 

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Friday June 11th, 2021 - 11:40:32 PM GMT
Retiring Youth Players

If you've had your youth players added to your youth team please make sure you only retire enough players to bring your squad size down to 25

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Friday June 11th, 2021 - 10:25:18 PM GMT
Young players

Just a question, as of this year all young players are promoted to the first squad. But with the transfer ban for 5 games, this means they are not available for transfers right away. Is this what was planned or did we not oversee this?

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday June 11th, 2021 - 04:10:35 PM GMT
Gobbledegook

You lost me Andrew , not difficult at my age ..anyway tis a good Job that young David is not the smiling assassin,as he appears in his pic , he is smart also .

Think what you are suggesting is that ESA is done as early as possible , before any awards are added !

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Friday June 11th, 2021 - 01:55:39 PM GMT
David

Thank you, David. That all makes sense, and I appreciate the thought you put into it.

I'm also impressed that you made sense of my jumbled mess of a blog post! Sometimes I could use an editor...

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Friday June 11th, 2021 - 10:18:25 AM GMT
Andrew

This was mentioned a couple of weeks ago, and my answer then was that it had always been that way when Dave was doing it. So I continued the system, but I have to agree it makes more sense to award the SLs after PSA. What was the point in winning 2 SLs to lose one at PSA, especially when you are not in a position of knowing you were going to win the award.  There were 12 players involved, but not all will have been adversely affected.

So I will look through the awards made and in the cases where an SL definitely has been taken away from a player because it puts them above the next level, I will add an SL to that player. I can see Brar (SEA), Torini (NY), Ant (KCA) and Tornado (MIA) are affected, but I can also see that on most occasions players have retained their full award after PSA. It makes sense too, as Dave mentioned before (and I have followed his instructions each season) that any OTF won gets put in after PSA, so why not SL awards too? In future that will happen - all SL and OTF awards will be done after PSA.

 
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Thursday June 10th, 2021 - 10:38:01 PM GMT
Trade: SEA - MON

SEA sends 250k to MON for M Pools (4/19 DF)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Thursday June 10th, 2021 - 08:46:33 PM GMT
SEA + NSS updates and Golden Boot Q

Seattle and NSS have updated their bios. Thanks for the reminders and all of the hard work getting set up for the new season, David! It's all very much appreciated. 

 

Also, one strategy question while I'm thinking of it. I notice that Karan Brar, Div2 top scorer, who was a 3/35 is now a 4/30. So, based off of the ageing tables, it seems the end of season award was applied before ageing, making him a 3/37 and then 4/30 (if the award was after ageing it would have been 3/35 to 4/29 to 4/31). So, that seems to indicate that, if you have a player in contention for the golden boot, there is no reason to limit his CP usage to stay below an ageing tier? As an example, say Brar was a 3/35 with 9 PU. Normally, I may not spend the last CP on him, since it would cause him to just lose that extra SL at the end of the season. But, if he's in the golden boot lead, he may move up to that next ageing level anyway, and so it may be worth spending the CP? Is that generally true with how the awards work in OASL? Apologies for the confusing question, just want to confirm that my understanding of the awards is correct!

 
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Thursday June 10th, 2021 - 02:11:04 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 10th June....:
PHI(95) ROC(165)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday June 10th, 2021 - 02:06:10 PM GMT
PRE SEASON

Gents, couple of rules you probably know but just might have slipped your mind.

1     In Pre Season, senior teams can buy CPs and TPs and pick a Captain from the drop down menu.

2     YOUTH teams can ONLY pick a Captain from the drop down menu - they can NOT buy any CPs or TPs.

(I have gone into ROC/GBS and entered the stuff you lads all managed to do for me, so now there is only the 7 youth teams waiting for their youths to be added to their squads (DIS, NSS, WCP, MTS, MOL, LAB and RFC) and these will be done this weekend by Roy.)

Reducing your playing squad is next, by retiring players, BUT note:

Youth Teams MUST be reduced to a maximum of 25 players, and can be reduced further down to 22, BUT not below 22. So, minimum of 22 and max of 25. 

Senior teams MUST be reduced to 25 maximum, and reduced below that if wished, down to 18 (bit low but accepted). So, minimum of 18 and max of 25. 

Any problems just ask - but should be okay - we've done it every season. Do this as soon as possible along with your pre season, and Bios updates. There is no free time during pre season, eh?

PS The 30 extra TPs have been allocated to all the youth teams, so all have a minimum of 60, many have more.....

 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday June 10th, 2021 - 01:31:33 PM GMT
David

Correct, David. I remember Dave D mentioned this before and apparently the server wouldn't automatically make it a 60TP payout, as the seniors were getting 30. So it is on my to-do list - likely this afternoon.

Whilst I am doing it, you update your Bios (es) and tell me here, and I will record them.  :-)

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Thursday June 10th, 2021 - 11:36:05 AM GMT
Preseason

Do the youth teams get their 30 extra TP to make them up to a minimum of 60 TP during the preseason process?

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday June 10th, 2021 - 10:30:05 AM GMT
Thursday Update

1  Roy will add the last 8 youth teams players this weekend - Robin and David have completed their 16 teams.

2  On a couple of occasions where youth teams have been cut below 22 I have had to "add" a retired player in in order to be able to send over the 4 x age 1 players to the senior side. Not a big deal as when the 8 new lads get there, you can retire the old lads again - there is no cash for them anyway. NEVER cut your youth below 22 players, please at any time!!

3  Only Phil @ ROC still has to name and position his 8 lads and select an MPP. I have sent numerous messages, but none seem to be getting read. Could be on holiday of course, but am thinking that to move on, I will do the whole thing myself, with ROC's situation in mind, of course. We WILL be ready for the 23rd June kick off...

I am about to do the Pre Season button (if I can find it, so you boys can start buying CPs, extra TPs, and select a Captain).

It is all coming good, and I'd like to thank you for (in the most part) reading my many messages and acting on them. That makes my day..!! Just keep reading the BLOGS and IN BOX messages - we are less than a fortnight from opening season 27.

REMEMBER, update your BIos (personal and team and maybe Team needs) quoting Season 27 NOW to earn any bonus - do it later for the normal sum, do it after we start, probably nothing at all!!   The POWER!!!! :-)

BUT tell me you have done it - otherwise I won't know!!. Only got 2 so far.... ????

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday June 10th, 2021 - 09:59:59 AM GMT
Bryce and Stephen

Correct and I apologise. I did calculate the 2 of your remunerations but didn't actually give you the cash.. Corrected now. Sorry!

 
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Thursday June 10th, 2021 - 09:58:21 AM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 10th June (for 1st)....:
ATL(120) HOU(50)

 
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Thursday June 10th, 2021 - 09:07:05 AM GMT
Trade: RFC - MIA

RFC sends Jorge Corrales (1/18 DF) to MIA for

 
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Thursday June 10th, 2021 - 09:02:40 AM GMT
Trade: CCK - CHV

CCK sends Barry Bonsai (1/17 FW) to CHV for

 
Bryce Kalmbach
Atlanta Silverbacks


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
416 - 268 - 399 (0.508)
Thursday June 10th, 2021 - 12:28:24 AM GMT
Retirements

Hi David,
Looks like ATL and HOU retirements on 1st of June were missed in the remuneration?
Thanks!

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 09:15:52 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 9th June ....:
CHV(125) CLB(155) MIN(5) MON(60) PHI(95) ROC(70)

 
David Campbell
Charleston Battery


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
326 - 233 - 487 (0.423)
Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 08:19:33 PM GMT
Youth players

Done my allocation of inputting new players so we are getting close to the new season!  Looks like another tough one for CHA.

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 07:59:40 PM GMT
Trade: MOL - MON

MOL sends Eduardo Camavinga (1/18 SD) to MON for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 07:59:35 PM GMT
Trade: MOL - MON

MOL sends 1099k, Eric Garcia (1/18 DF), Kenneth Taylor (1/18 DF), Gianluigi Donnarumma (1/19 GK) to MON for

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 07:55:31 PM GMT
Thank you

A big "cheers" to you David and your help. 

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 07:53:14 PM GMT
Trade: RIS - PHI

RIS sends 939k, Khan Ayhan (1/17 DF), Marcus Suttner (1/16 DF), Steven Skrzybski (1/16 FW) to PHI for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 07:51:42 PM GMT
Trade: RIS - PHI

RIS sends Mathias Jorgenson (1/17 SW) to PHI for

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 04:06:57 PM GMT
Youths Transfers etc - IMPORTANT

Have spent quite some time on moving the 4 x age 1 lads to the senior teams, along with half the youth money and altering the MPPs too.

Until Roy, Robin and David put youth players into RIS, RFC, and CCK, I can't finish off the transfers, as these youth teams can't drop below 18 players, and senior teams can't go above 25.

I have had to retire 3 players from ROC and MIN (the very lowest SL ones) and re-instate 2 lads into POR in order to get these teams done.

One team still not done their Youth players so I may just complete the job myself, as I need to complete this before I turn to scheduling dates and competitions :-(

Keeping you up to date - all teams should see their 4 lads and altered MPP except for MIA, CHV, and PHI, but hopefully they should be fine inside 2 days.

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 02:11:01 PM GMT
Trade: USB - RSL

USB sends Bamford (1/18 FW) to RSL for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 02:10:59 PM GMT
Trade: USB - RSL

USB sends 1066k, Gvardiol (1/19 DF), Laramie (1/18 MF), Raphinha (1/19 WG) to RSL for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 02:03:31 PM GMT
Trade: NSS - SEA

NSS sends Frank Tankee (1/18 MF) to SEA for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 02:03:29 PM GMT
Trade: NSS - SEA

NSS sends 1069k, Sev Hans (1/19 GK), Bobby Barnes (1/19 DF), Ali Akbar (1/19 FW) to SEA for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 02:01:14 PM GMT
Trade: NBW - NY

NBW sends Mundo Smith (1/16 FW) to NY for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 02:01:10 PM GMT
Trade: NBW - NY

NBW sends 935k, Victor Loughlin (1/16 DF), Josh Kelly (1/17 WG), Alen Babic (1/16 WG) to NY for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 01:54:26 PM GMT
Trade: MTS - POR

MTS sends Jack OBrien (1/18 MF) to POR for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 01:54:23 PM GMT
Trade: MTS - POR

MTS sends 842k, Alex Knight (1/7 GK), Joe Long (1/19 DF), James Chaplin (1/19 FW) to POR for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 01:45:57 PM GMT
Trade: RFC - MIA

RFC sends 889k, Vincent Bezecourt (1/19 MF), Jaime Chavez (1/19 WG), Dario Cvitanich (1/19 FW) to MIA for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 01:42:16 PM GMT
Trade: GOG - MIN

GOG sends Diago Jota (1/16 FW) to MIN for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 01:42:14 PM GMT
Trade: GOG - MIN

GOG sends 1026k, Loris Karius (1/17 GK), Kostas Tsimikas (1/16 DF), Taumi Minamino (1/16 MF) to MIN for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 01:36:57 PM GMT
Trade: LFC - VAN

LFC sends Bruce Willis (1/18 MF) to VAN for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 01:36:55 PM GMT
Trade: LFC - VAN

LFC sends 1513k, Grobelar (1/18 GK), Barry Evans (1/10 DF), Jeff Jones (1/14 MF) to VAN for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 01:34:56 PM GMT
Trade: LAB - LA

LAB sends Calder Brown (1/18 FW) to LA for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 01:34:53 PM GMT
Trade: LAB - LA

LAB sends 1224k, Eddie Forfar (1/17 DF), Alvin Baker (1/18 MF), Graham Harvey (1/17 WG) to LA for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 01:32:24 PM GMT
Trade: KCA - KC

KCA sends Colin (1/16 DF) to KC for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 01:32:21 PM GMT
Trade: KCA - KC

KCA sends 1078k, Dida (1/17 GK), Erik (1/16 WG), Romario (1/17 FW) to KC for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 01:14:16 PM GMT
Trade: LHT - HOU

LHT sends Joe Humphries (1/17 MF) to HOU for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 01:14:14 PM GMT
Trade: LHT - HOU

LHT sends 868k, Tom Miller (1/16 DF), Tom Purshouse (1/17 FW), Joe Room (1/17 FW) to HOU for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 01:10:21 PM GMT
Trade: GBS - ROC

GBS sends 936k, Derrick Nnaldi (1/19 DF), Willie Gay (1/19 DF), Mike Remmers (1/19 FW) to ROC for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 01:05:14 PM GMT
Trade: GBS - ROC

GBS sends Sammy Watkins (1/19 DF) to ROC for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 01:00:57 PM GMT
Trade: FRR - NE

FRR sends Robert Baratheon (1/18 MF) to NE for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 01:00:54 PM GMT
Trade: FRR - NE

FRR sends 1348k, Eddard Stark (1/18 DF), Jamie Lannister (1/18 DF), Jorah Mormont (1/17 MF) to NE for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 12:57:37 PM GMT
Trade: WDP - DC

WDP sends Frank Mckenzie (1/18 FW) to DC for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 12:57:33 PM GMT
Trade: WDP - DC

WDP sends 941k, Mark Jenson (1/18 DF), Allen Hutton (1/17 DF), Allen Watkins (1/18 MF) to DC for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 12:54:28 PM GMT
Trade: TDL - DAL

TDL sends Terry Valley (1/18 FW) to DAL for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 12:54:24 PM GMT
Trade: TDL - DAL

TDL sends 922k, Walter Young (1/16 DF), Barry Clark (1/16 MF), Donnie Fargo (1/17 WG) to DAL for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 12:52:10 PM GMT
Trade: DAF - SJ

DAF sends Kai Havertz (1/18 MF) to SJ for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 12:52:05 PM GMT
Trade: DAF - SJ

DAF sends 1233k, Edouard Mendy (1/18 GK), Ben Chilwell (1/18 DF), Timo Werner (1/18 FW) to SJ for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 12:49:34 PM GMT
Trade: REB - CLB

REB sends Frank Gordon (1/17 MF) to CLB for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 12:49:31 PM GMT
Trade: REB - CLB

REB sends 1103k, Adrian Blake (1/17 GK), Carey Dixon (1/17 DF), John Lavender (1/17 FW) to CLB for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 12:47:07 PM GMT
Trade: WCP - CHI

WCP sends Charlie Crockford (1/18 MF) to CHI for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 12:47:05 PM GMT
Trade: WCP - CHI

WCP sends 852k, Mateo Acosta (1/19 DF), Jason Belloli (1/19 DF), Marlon Amaya (1/18 FW) to CHI for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 12:44:50 PM GMT
Trade: CIW - COL

CIW sends Adrian Grbic (1/17 FW) to COL for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 12:44:44 PM GMT
Trade: CIW - COL

CIW sends 1218k, Pavao Pervan (1/18 GK), Christopher Trimmel (1/17 DF), Raphael Holzhauser (1/17 WG) to COL for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 10:30:29 AM GMT
Trade: DIS - CHA

DIS sends Wash (1/15 DF) to CHA for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 10:30:26 AM GMT
Trade: DIS - CHA

DIS sends 922k, Jackson (1/18 GK), Xander (1/17 WG), Scotty (1/17 WG) to CHA for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 10:26:06 AM GMT
Trade: CDY - CAR

CDY sends Sam Tevez (1/17 MF) to CAR for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 10:26:03 AM GMT
Trade: CDY - CAR

CDY sends 1008k, George Simian (1/16 DF), Bernard Golspie (1/17 FW), Terry Fearan (1/17 WG) to CAR for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 10:22:46 AM GMT
Trade: SCF - ATL

SCF sends Henrik Lorentz (1/18 FW) to ATL for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 10:22:42 AM GMT
Trade: SCF - ATL

SCF sends 1027k, Steven Chu (1/18 GK), Hans Geiger (1/18 MF), Georg Ohm (1/17 FW) to ATL for

 
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Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 10:17:39 AM GMT
Trade: CCK - CHV

CCK sends 977k, Henry Heather (1/17 DF), Edward Sap (1/17 DF), Steven Tree (1/17 MF) to CHV for

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday June 9th, 2021 - 09:53:10 AM GMT
Oh Dear!!

David, so just put it here and I'll add it in...👍👍

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday June 8th, 2021 - 10:53:43 PM GMT
Poll, mark 2

England to win 1-0 / 2-0.

Thanks.

PS, NOT the result I want, just the one I predict.

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday June 8th, 2021 - 10:28:03 PM GMT
Oh Dear!!

David, so just put it here and I'll add it in...👍👍

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday June 8th, 2021 - 10:22:26 PM GMT
Poll

Oops, I clicked  too quickly and missed the half time score...

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday June 8th, 2021 - 08:08:19 PM GMT
POLL: ENGLAND v SCOTLAND 18th June

Gents, unless you are living in a bubble, you will know the above game is taking place on Friday 18th @ 8pm.

So, up till that date and time, there will be a Poll up for you to take part in. Slight difference in the payouts.

Take part but not win anything = 25k

Take part - guess the result = 50k

Take part - guess the result + half time correctly = 75k

Take part - guess the result + full time score = 75k

Take part - guess the result + half time + full time score correct = 125k

What are you waiting for!!!!

 
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Monday June 7th, 2021 - 08:00:35 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 7th June....:
MIA(155) PHI(215) POR(160)

 
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Saturday June 5th, 2021 - 11:00:30 AM GMT
Trade: VAN - POR

VAN sends 100k to POR for 1 TP

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday June 5th, 2021 - 06:47:53 AM GMT
No need to panic, Andrew

A couple of clubs will be above the 5000k mark before they kick off.

As long as they get below it before the first game - 23rd June - it's fine. Buying 50 CPs and some extra TPs will do it..

I am not inhuman (🥳🥳🥳🥳) and will keep an eye open as that date gets near, to make sure you all are under the figure. I'll pay Bios stuff on Mondays but 100k and the bonus won't make a huge difference to totals. 👍👍

But well spotted!! 😎😎

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Friday June 4th, 2021 - 11:33:50 PM GMT
Bio update question

Would the funds for a bio update be added before or after pre-season? If I'm reading Seattle's finances correctly, we are currently a few k over the 5,000k max bank limit once youth funds come over. Do I need to trade away funds if I do a bio update, or would those not be added before I have the chance to spend on TP and CP for the next season?

Thanks in advance for the clarity

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Thursday June 3rd, 2021 - 07:02:19 PM GMT
CHV plus CCK

David

CHV retirements and MPP details as well as CCK Youth details all sent to you inbox. 

Enjoy your break. 
 

Paul

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday June 2nd, 2021 - 02:40:20 PM GMT
Manager of the Season Poll

 

Manager of the Season Poll - results.

Bill @ NY - 1st Division Winner 5
Any other suggestion and reason 4
Tim @ RSL - 2nd Division Winner 2
Robin @ LFC - Youth Cup Winner & Youth 1st Division Winner 1
Lewis @ LAG - Al Sellers Cup Winner 1

Gents, we had a good number to vote for - shame only 12 lads voted (I was an Any other suggestion just to see the voting, and another in the same bracket was for me - ha ha!!)

So Bill gets it by a margin of 3, so fairly conclusive - well done that man!!.

All aging, and pre season updates have been done along with the 2 x 3OTF added for the above MOTS plus ROC's Fair Play award.

Next job is for me to transfer your 4 x age 1 lads over plus half your youth cash - if not done today it won't get done till Monday earliest as I am off tomorrow morning till Monday - I maybe mentioned it....

Am completely on track to start 23rd June - IF only the  7 teams outstanding could send me in their youth player names and positions, I'd be a happy bunny!! I have 3 lads willing and able to copy them over....

AS from today you can put in your new season bios updates (Personal and team, and quoting season 27 in it) to earn some cash. Bonus for the teams who do it before the 16th June, and remaining lads have up till the 23rd to get anything at all. Last year the bonus was an extra 50%. Let me know when it is done, as I can compare it to the current ones - a good attempt = full payment, a lesser one will get a lesser payment, big surprise there, eh?

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday June 1st, 2021 - 07:51:51 PM GMT
FINAL Call for retirements before Aging plus MORE!!

Gents, 16 teams have let some players go and have been rewarded for their efforts, and anybody else who wants to retire players before Aging hits their SLs MUST do it before noon tomorrow, Wednesday 2nd June.

Around 2pm GMT I will be ending the season 26, and conducting AGING. After that I can get started on re-shaping the new season. (Having said that, I will be away from Thursday 3rd till the 7th for a wee break, but I plan to get it all ready for a start on Wednesday 23rd June - Dave Dowson Shield games.

I can announce that Rob (League Reviews) and Simon (Cup Reviews) will be going again this coming season, and Mark L will be back taking over Chicag Fire and Windy City Pride just as soon as he sends in his youth lads...

ON that subject, I am really pleased to announce that I have the youth lads for 16 teams - so only 8 of you left to send them in - by MONDAY next please, so I have them when I come back from my break.. Thanks to all who have replied so far, just needing CHI, POR, ROC, NE, CHV, COL, ATL, CAR for a full set, and we can move on....

REMEMBER do NOT retire youth players just yet, until we have your new lads in place... Thanks..

 
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Monday May 31st, 2021 - 02:55:32 PM GMT
Trade: VAN - POR

VAN sends 100k to POR for 1 TP

 
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Monday May 31st, 2021 - 11:19:10 AM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 31st May....:
COL(120) DAL(110)

 
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Monday May 31st, 2021 - 09:38:34 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 31st May....:
CHA(10) DAL(30) NY(10) PHI(25) RSL(10) SJ(25) SEA(45) VAN(35)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday May 31st, 2021 - 09:12:44 AM GMT
NO youth retirements please..

Correct David, you can't retire players more than 12SLs - server won't let you.

But I also asked managers NOT to retire youths at the moment. Problem is now TDL has only 18 players I can't move your 4 age 0 players over as TDL will drop well below 18. I need each club to have a minimum 21 players so I can take the 4 lads over, then add the 8 youths in to everybody.

I'll need to add your 8 lads soon after PSA before deducting the 4, or I re-instate your 4 retirees now till after I swop your promoting players. I'll think about it today.

One team isn't a problem for that to happen but could everybody else NOT retire any youths till I say it's okay to do so. Thanks.

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Monday May 31st, 2021 - 02:53:02 AM GMT
Space saving

I've retired two players to make space in Dallas but my understanding is that I can't retire anyone until SL12 or less?
So likely after ESA.


 

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Monday May 31st, 2021 - 02:48:48 AM GMT
2 so far

So we've retired 2 players from Dallas and let 4 go from TDL
This to help make space for the season ahead.

 
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Sunday May 30th, 2021 - 08:11:16 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 30th May....:
RSL(95) SJ(100) VAN(165)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday May 30th, 2021 - 06:07:27 PM GMT
Good point about Retirements

Blogging your retirements will guarantee I'll see them and action them.

Likely I'll still see them by checking out the site every so often, but blogging is a good plan..

Remember it is for SENIOR teams only and I will be pushing the button on Wednesday afternoon so all before noon Wednesday will be auctioned..👍👍

PS apologies for the 7pm KO on today's games - wasn't meant - I accidentally set the details as for the previous session, and that turned out to be Cup Final midweek. Oops!! 🤔🤔 

 

 
Tim Batth
Real Salt Lake


 
Recent Entries
Sunday May 30th, 2021 - 05:38:51 PM GMT
RSL 2 players retired

Wasn't sure if I had to blog to get the remuneration.

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday May 30th, 2021 - 03:38:16 PM GMT
Andy

Good lad - just 12 to go - if I slip you their names can you move them on.

Start of Season 27 - with assistance I was thinking 23rd June - to finish early December and not be playing over Christmas.. seems a long time away but I am away from next Thursday 3rd June till Monday 7th June. 

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday May 30th, 2021 - 02:18:23 PM GMT
End of season

2 players retired and Youth players names sent.

 

 
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Sunday May 30th, 2021 - 09:28:53 AM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 30th May....:
DC(140) MON(125) SEA(190)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday May 30th, 2021 - 09:24:46 AM GMT
Sunday Update

5 from 6 lines are in for today's final matches - the promotion/relegation playoffs.  Good luck to those playing..

From tomorrow I will be looking to end the season and I expect PSA will be done around Wednesday morning - to allow me to start on re-arranging the leagues. Any more players needing retired from SENIOR teams only do them NOW, before PSA kicks in. Say Tuesday night maximum for them..... and I am still looking for 13 more teams to send in their youth players names and positions, also please.....

 
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Saturday May 29th, 2021 - 11:33:42 AM GMT
Trade: SEA - POR

SEA sends 100k to POR for 1 TP

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday May 29th, 2021 - 09:19:59 AM GMT
YOUTH PLAYERS AND In BOX Messages

Gents,  some of you aren't reading your in box messages (especially the one where I have listed your youth lads and I am hoping for a quick response from you). No names but I have had 10 back so far, means I have 14 to process.

A couple of other messages HAVE been read to do with different subjects and I am waiting for responses there too.  Means I can move on....... 

At this stage, only needing Roy and Bill to put in a team line for tomorrow's playoffs.....  :-)

 
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Friday May 28th, 2021 - 01:20:16 PM GMT
Poll Match Earnings

The following teams receive Poll Match Earnings through 28th May - 2nd payout of Poll Earnings....:
ATL(270) CAR(310) CHA(90) CHV(200) COL(310) CLB(300) DAL(290) HOU(50) KC(80) LA(70) MIA(80) MIN(200) MON(170) NE(10) NY(190) PHI(280) RSL(230) ROC(100) SJ(250) SEA(290) VAN(80)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Friday May 28th, 2021 - 01:14:27 PM GMT
Poll Earnings

Below are the amounts won in the season post MSA (you already have the winnings pre MSA...)

Team   Game Polled Game Polled Game Polled Game Polled Game Polled Game Polled Youth Cup 3/4th                                                                                                                                                             Plans   Games

  DAL/COL DC/CLB MTS/TDL SJ/LAG CHV/MIN GOG/DAF NY/MIN ROC/VAN WCP/FRR Yth Cup 3rd/4th Total
ATL 10 10 10 10 10 10 30 30 30 80 40 270
CAR 10 30 10 30 50 10 30 10 10 80 40 310
CHA     10   10 10   10 10   40 90
CHI                       0
CHV 30 10 10   50   50   10 40   200
COL 10 50   10 50   30 80   40 40 310
CLB   10       30 50 50 80 40 40 300
DAL 10 50 10 10 10 30 30 10 50 40 40 290
DC                       0
HOU 10                   40 50
KC   50   10 10   10         80
LA 10   10   10 30   10       70
MIA 10 10 10         10   40   80
MIN   10 30 10 10 10   10   80 40 200
MON     30 30 10 10 50     40   170
NE                 10     10
NY 10 10 10 10 10 10 30 10 10 40 40 190
PHI 10 10 10 10 10 10 50 80 10 40 40 280
POR                       0
ROC 30           30       40 100
RSL 10 10 10 30 10 30 30 10 10 40 40 230
SAN 10 30 10 30 10 30 30 10 10 40 40 250
SEA 10 30 30 30 10 30 50 10 10 40 40 290
VAN                   40 40 80

 
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Friday May 28th, 2021 - 01:07:28 PM GMT
Awards

The following teams receive Awards through League placings and Cup winnings....:
ATL(300) CDY(200) CAR(525) CCK(200) CHA(200) CHI(200) CHV(310) CIW(200) COL(280) CLB(200) REB(200) DC(200) DIS(330) DAF(300) FRR(300) DAL(450) GBS(200) GOG(230) HOU(240) KC(220) KCA(200) LFC(550) LHT(200) LAB(200) LA(640) MIA(250) MIN(800) MON(430) MOL(200) MTS(250) NBW(200) NE(500) NY(850) NSS(220) PHI(360) POR(210) RSL(650) RFC(200) ROC(220) RIS(200) SJ(585) SCF(250) SEA(450) TDL(220) USB(200) VAN(280) WDP(210) WCP(210)

 
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Friday May 28th, 2021 - 12:59:48 PM GMT
Awards

The following teams receive Awards through Half fees for League and Cup Reviews.....:
MIA(100) PHI(250)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Friday May 28th, 2021 - 11:38:36 AM GMT
Payments

Below is the list of payments due to clubs for the season just ending (I know there are playoffs on Sunday but they don't alter a team's position/payment) and I will be adding the amounts today. All SLs will be added too, only OTF is held till the start up of the new season. Well done to all the winners and extra cash earners, good luck to all others for season 27.. :-) 

If any club looks close to a Robin Hood moment, don't worry about it - there will be time to get it sorted.

Any queries please do them quickly - a Commish's job is never a dull one..

WINNINGS S26 League  DD Al Sellers Al Sellers  Youth  Total
  Placing Shield Cup Plate Cup Payout
New York Red Bulls 850         850
Carolina Railhawks 450     75   525
Minnesota Thunder 350 350   100   800
Atlanta Silverbacks 300         300
Colorado Rapids 280         280
Philadelphia Union 260   100     360
Houston Dynamo 240         240
Kansas City Wizards 220         220
Chivas USA 210 100       310
FC Dallas 200   250     450
D.C. United 200         200
Columbus Crew 200         200
Real Salt Lake 650         650
New England Revolution 350     150   500
Vancouver Whitecaps 280         280
San Jose Earthquakes 260 150 175     585
Miami FC 250         250
Los Angeles Galaxy 240   400     640
Montreal Impacts 230 200       430
Rochester Rhinos 220         220
Portland Timbers 210         210
Chicago Fire 200         200
Seattle Sounders 200     250   450
Charleston Battery 200         200
************************************************************************
Langley F.C. 350       200 550
Fall River Rovers 300         300
Mount Tabor S.C. 250         250
Daniel Island S.A. 230       100 330
Texas Dutch Lions 220         220
Windy City Pride 210         210
Utah Surf Boys S.C. 200         200
KC Athletics 200         200
New Bedford Whalers 200         200
Colorado Ice White 200         200
Los Angeles Blues 200         200
Carolina Dynamo 200         200
De Anza Force S.C. 300         300
Savannah Celtic FC 250         250
Golden Gophers 230         230
North Sound Seawolves 220         220
Washington Diplomats 210         210
Red Force FC 200         200
Montreal Olympique 200         200
Columbus Rebels 200         200
Gananda Bandits S.C. 200         200
Laredo Heat 200         200
Carson City Kickers 200         200
Roxborough Indians S.C. 200         200
      SLs
Golden Boot Tony Torini (NY) 1st Div + 2
  Karan Brar (SEA) 2nd Div + 2
Golden Gloves Ted Smith (CAR) 1st Div + 2
  Hugh Tornado (MIA) 2nd Div + 2
Age 0/1 Gold Boot James Watt (ATL) 1st Div + 2
  Djordie Mihailov (CHI) 2nd Div + 2
Age 0/1 Gold Gloves Tom Heaton (DC) 1st Div + 2
  Mecole Hardman (ROC) 2nd Div + 2
       
Youth Golden Boot Davos Seaworth (FRR) 3rd Div + 2
  Rhian Brewster (GOG) 4th Div + 2
Youth Golden Gloves Ant (KCA) 3rd Div + 2
  Adrian (GOG) 4th Div + 2

League Reviewer:  Rob @ PHI - 250  (half full fee was paid at MSA)

Cup Match Reviewer: Simon @ MIA - 100 (half full fee was paid at MSA)

Fair Play Award goes to Phil @ ROC (3 OTF to be awarded after new season starts)

Manager of the Season - tbd - still at Poll stage (3 OTF to be awarded after the new season start)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Friday May 28th, 2021 - 11:23:32 AM GMT
Senior Team Retirements

Gents,

1     Please retire any SENIOR team members you want before I finish the season next week - soon next week. (Once PSA kicks in, they will drop in value so NOW is a good time). No lower than 18 players to be left on your roster - DO NOT GO BELOW 18, please......

2     Please do NOT retire too many youths just yet, wait till the new lads get put on to your team and the age 0 lads get promoted. Then you can retire some - I will keep you informed. As there is no remuneration for retiring youths it doesn't matter when you do it. Last season some clubs went too low - below 18 - and the server didn't like it. More work for me... :-(

 

 
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Friday May 28th, 2021 - 11:13:34 AM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 28th May....:
CHA(105) LA(140) NY(175)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday May 27th, 2021 - 07:42:37 PM GMT
Manager of the Season Poll

Now up for your attention. Apologies if I missed anybody obvious, but thought better to put it up now before we complete the season. I won't run it long - till next Wednesday 2nd June (just before I go away for a few days up past Loch Lomond..). Enough time to cast your vote..   :-)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday May 27th, 2021 - 02:03:12 PM GMT
Things

David, I can use you, even if Phil and Roy wish to do them too. Many hands make light work (and do it more quickly too - that would be 8 teams each). You get paid and can have a week's holiday too - I am all heart!!

Gents, with Rob and Lewis and Al's youths in , we are moving well (7 of 24 but it was only yesterday I asked for your help here - excellent stuff - keep 'em coming!)

 
David Campbell Jnr
Daniel Island S.A.


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
220 - 135 - 140 (0.581)
Thursday May 27th, 2021 - 11:45:53 AM GMT
Adding players

Ive done it before Dave so know the drill - happy to help if the other lads are busy. 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday May 27th, 2021 - 08:33:03 AM GMT
Youth lads

Gents, first of all I'd like to thank the 4 lads who have already sent in their Youth players with names and positions for next season. Only 20 to go - you have the easy task of just the one team - I have to organise the putting in of the 24 sets of players afterwards. Hats off to Andrew, Robin, Alon and Bill - who is next?

(Roy and Phil did 12 sets each, and with the pay being pretty good, just wondered if you lads were up to it for this coming season? Not a big deal otherwise, as someone else might just offer and get a slice of the pie - preferably someone who has done it before as I don't have to explain the routine??)

On to last night, and there was a dearth of goals (if you don't count Robin's kids) but no shortage of action, injuries, red cards, and penalty shootouts. Watch the games on the viewer for all the fun.

Congrats to all the winners, and commiserations to the runners up (who earn a few shekels for their efforts, so not a bad evening altogether). I put in a report in the Cup Reviews on the front page but you maybe saw the game differently.  :-)

Keep the youth players coming in please - when I see them nearly all in I can set a date for a restart (I have one, but also have a short break next Thursday to Monday - on my pay in OASL I can afford one...   :-)

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday May 26th, 2021 - 10:13:34 PM GMT
Preseason returned

Yes, I'm looking for brownie points. 😂😂😂

 
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Wednesday May 26th, 2021 - 06:02:16 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 47:
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #8: 25k (WWw)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday May 26th, 2021 - 02:59:20 PM GMT
David and Youth Players

David, I have just sent every manager a list of new youth players (4 x age 0 plus 4 x age 1) which will be added to your youth team in a week or so. Read my message - especially about changing one of the lads coming over to be a MPP...

I will take your current 4 x age 0 players and move them to Dallas shortly, so you will see the positions where your wee team will need some cover.

The difference in the youth players SLs is dependent upon the senior team's finishing place in the 2 divisions - not the youth teams position. This is in the hope the poorer senior teams will get a better set of youths the following season which should help the senior team's progress...

As aging will have taken place by the time you get your 4 lads into Dallas's team, they will be aged 1, but their SLs will have stayed the same - see rules.

You need some assistance with it all, just ask and I will look over your squad to see where I could give you some guidance.

Right now, go to your inBox and start working out some names and positions for the new boys.

Anything else just ask.

PS Between the top team in the 1st division and the bottom team in the 2nd division, there is a a difference of 23 SLs split across the 8 players.

 
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Wednesday May 26th, 2021 - 02:50:31 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 26th May....:
CAR(115) KC(200)

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday May 26th, 2021 - 02:43:17 PM GMT
Alas Dallas

How are the youth lads worked out?

Or are they the same for every youth team?

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday May 26th, 2021 - 09:34:40 AM GMT
FINALS EVENING

Just needing Lewis and David to put in their lines for a full house - but there is still over 9 hours so not worried.

I'll do a review on all 3 games this evening, and then it's just the playoffs to be completed on Sunday.

Tomorrow I will start to square off the season - most of it to be done next week.

HOWEVER, tomorrow (or this afternoon) I will send out your youth lads for next season via your in box or email address and will Blog it too. 👍👍

Good luck all....😷😷

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday May 24th, 2021 - 06:08:40 PM GMT
Participation bonus

Just making sure we are taking notice David.

 I was just about to complain yet again.

 

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Monday May 24th, 2021 - 05:41:43 PM GMT
Thanks David!

I also appreciate the info on the topic

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday May 24th, 2021 - 05:00:48 PM GMT
Andrew

Am using the excuse I was rushing out of the door to get to Stirling this morning, but I missed yours and Andy's Journals. Sorry! 
Hopefully now rewarded!!

I count Blogs and Journals from the previous week's participation Blog.

So, in your favour is that your query on participation will earn cash for next Monday's payment. 👍👍

 
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Monday May 24th, 2021 - 04:55:53 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 24th May....:
SJ(25) SEA(40)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Monday May 24th, 2021 - 04:05:39 PM GMT
SEA participation

Quick question regarding participation. Would Seattle's journal entry from yesterday count towards last week's participation or this coming week's? Not sure when the deadlines are with regards to the end of the week.

 
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Monday May 24th, 2021 - 09:40:08 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 24th May....:
KC(25) NE(20) PHI(25)

 
Commissioner
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Sunday May 23rd, 2021 - 08:53:12 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 23rd May....:
CHI(120)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday May 23rd, 2021 - 04:40:24 PM GMT
Sunday Update (2)

Gents,

Poll Result 

Do we keep 3rd/4th place matches in the 3 senior Cup competitions?

VOTING SUMMARY

CHOICE TOTAL VOTES
Yes, keep them - we want the extra game. 11
No, waste of time - allocate same cash to losing Semi Finalists 4
Other suggestion - state alternative format 1

We will retain them, and all who took part in the Poll are getting a handsome bonus - except me, as youth teams don't get bonuses.. :-(

(SCF earned a MVP today = 1 CP, now changed to 1 TP, before anybody tells me..   :-))

As to today's results, I will wait for the Blogs, Journals to come in, so as not be spoiling it for clubs.

I will schedule the playoff/relegation games tonight for next Sunday.

This Wednesday is Finals evening, following games taking place:

Al Sellers Cup FINAL (to be played Wednesday 26th May)

FC Dallas v Los Angeles Galaxy      Ref: A. Nicholas

3rd/4th Place

San Jose Earthquakes v Philadelphia Union      Ref: M. McCurry

Al Sellers Plate FINAL (to be played Wednesday 26th May)

New England Revolution v Seattle Sounders      Ref: C. Murray

3rd/4th Place

Carolina Railhawks v Minnesota Thunder      Ref: D. McDonald

Youth Cup FINAL (to be played Wednesday 26th May)

Daniel Island S.A. v Langley FC      Ref:  H. Webb

 
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Sunday May 23rd, 2021 - 03:02:10 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 46:
Savannah Celtic FC - MVP #4: 1 CP (WwW)
North Sound Seawolves - MVP #3: 1 TP (dWW)
Utah Surf Boys S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
Langley F.C. - MVP #7: 25k (dWw)
KC Athletics - MVP #3: 1 TP (wDw)
Philadelphia Union - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #9: 25k (wdW)
Atlanta Silverbacks - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (dWw)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday May 23rd, 2021 - 12:20:32 PM GMT
Sunday Update

Just 3 teams missing for today's last set of league games.. 

After that I will schedule the relegation/promotion playoff games for next Sunday.

This Wednesday sees the Cups Finals Evening..

Remember to vote in the Poll question - it's your set up after all.. 👍👍

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday May 22nd, 2021 - 02:11:12 PM GMT
Nice one James

Good summing up the 1st division toip of the table situation, James, and added to that is the fact Jason's opponent is David's Dallas, where a loss for them will mean a relegation playoff game for sure.

2 BIG games, but credit to Carolina for taking the Championship to the last round of games.- helped in no small way by Roy's Colorado causing the huge upset last Sunday with their 1-0 win v Bill's New York.

Whilst this is going on, Real Salt Lake has won the 2nd division, Langley FC the Youth 1st division (or 3rd division, your choice), and De Anza Force the 2nd division Youth (or 4th as you look at it). So happy days for Tim, Robin and Andy already. Well done to them, and more winners to come tomorrow and next Wednesday...

 
James White
Kansas City Wizards


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
568 - 221 - 389 (0.576)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Saturday May 22nd, 2021 - 11:23:15 AM GMT
Last day of the season

And we find ourselves involved in a league title decider been a long time since I have said that.

Sadly we won't be winning the league but do have a chance to influence the eventual winners as we visit Red Bull in a game that if they at least draw will crown them champions once again.

Defeat however will leave the door open for the Railhawks to claim their firt ever title.

Admittedly its a slim chance and I dont think you will get very favourable odds against a 16th title heading to New York but we will give it our all , I'm sure Bill wouldn't expect anything less !!

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday May 19th, 2021 - 10:11:28 AM GMT
Wednesday Cup Update

Glad to see all 4 team lines in for tonight's Al Sellers Plate Semi Finals - thanks lads.. 👍

Not long after the games are played I'll do a review. Lucky you, eh?? 🥳🥳

Straight after I will schedule the 3 Finals for the following Wednesday - aka Finals Night!! 🏆🏆🏆 😁😁

 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday May 17th, 2021 - 04:26:29 PM GMT
2 things (2)

All done, Steve.. 👍👍

 
Steve Turner Jnr
Fall River Rovers


 
Recent Entries
Monday May 17th, 2021 - 12:52:20 PM GMT
Two things

We picked up a 4th MVP so need our CP converted to TP before Sunday please. So no rush but I plan on using it.

And I've only just noticed that Jorah Mormont is spelled wrong at Jarah. No idea why I haven't picked this up before.

 
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Monday May 17th, 2021 - 10:44:19 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 17th May....:
CLB(10) DAL(25) NE(15) PHI(25) SJ(25) SEA(35) VAN(35)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday May 17th, 2021 - 10:41:27 AM GMT
Alas Dallas (2)

In case anybody thinks I haven't responded to David, I got this message via in box and answered it. Basically just keep looking on your team page and you will see your scheduled games - playoffs for relegation and promotion will always be the Sunday after the last league matches, only time we will know for sure who will be playing in them.

1st Division team placed 10th v 2nd Division team placed 3rd

3rd Division team placed 10th v 4th division team placed 3rd  (Youth Divisions)

3rd Division team placed 9th v 4th Division team placed 4th  (Youth Divisions)

These games due 30th May...

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Sunday May 16th, 2021 - 08:50:32 PM GMT
Alas Dallas

In response to the query as to how I have managed to put in a junior team today but not a senior team?

 

Pure skill. Lol

I knew the Junior side only had league games left.
I didn't know when the senior team had cup games or where the potential relegation game took place.
So got caught in two minds as to how much EL to save.
Ended up not putting in either lineup I'd thought of.

It's a talent.

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday May 16th, 2021 - 08:10:16 PM GMT
Sunday Update PLUS Poll Results

Results of the Poll about the Youth Cup are as follows:

6 Sections x 4 teams playing once each - top team plus 2 best 2nd place d to Q Finals? 9
Other suggestion - state alternative format 4
Status Quo - 8 sections x 3 teams playing once each - top teams to Q Finals? 2

So from next season, we will try out a 6 sections x 4 teams set up, with the top team plus the best 2 teams in a runners up position to go through to the Quarter Finals. Bit like the Al Sellers Cup is at the moment.

As I said before, everyoine who voted will get a bonus (40k) paid as into their team totals to be paid at the end of the season, PLUS as mentioned a couple will get an extra payment (** 3 managers actually - 20% of the total). These lads were drawn by lots by my partner, Karin, and have no bearing on what they voted for - everybody went into the hat. The lads drawn out were: Jason, Alon, and Bryce - the 3rd, 11th and the 14th names on the Poll listing.

A New Poll goes up in about 5 minutes relating to 3rd and 4th place matches - again, all those who enter the voting will receive a cash amount with around 20% of the total getting the extra bonus.

 

 
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Sunday May 16th, 2021 - 03:02:11 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 44:
Fall River Rovers - MVP #4: 1 CP (WdW)
Vancouver Whitecaps - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)
Chicago Fire - MVP #3: 1 TP (WwD)
New England Revolution - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (dwW)
Chivas USA - MVP #4: 1 CP (DwW)
Montreal Olympique - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wdW)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday May 16th, 2021 - 09:54:41 AM GMT
Sunday Update

6 lads missing so far but many of them are the usual lads who tend to wait till later on to post.

Building up nicely though into the last 2 weeks of the season (3 Sunday's including playoffs..) - lots to play for - pride is one of them even if a trophy isn't on the horizon.. Good luck to all. 👍👍

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Friday May 14th, 2021 - 10:44:51 PM GMT
Mr. Dewar...

Love the colorful post-match post despite our junior team dropping the semi to Mr. D.

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday May 13th, 2021 - 03:15:29 PM GMT
Robin

Can't argue with your review - if I'd have known you were going to do one I would have commissioned you in advance...

We were never going to compete - and we had the only single digit SL in the 4 teams. But we got another training day done and a couple of shekels into the kitty (for Al's Columbus).    Once next Wednesday's Al Sellers Plate Semi Finals are done, I will get down to scheduling the Finals evening for the following week, and selecting the referees for these games. All in hand though, so to speak......

 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday May 13th, 2021 - 01:22:29 PM GMT
YTH SEMI

Young Dewar Jnr was an awsome sight as he strode out with his team for the semi against Columbus Rebels, with the not so young Blair Jnr.

 Dewar with his big fat Cuban (smokin)  and bulging nappy (not full of the brown stuff), he just has a big arse bum .
I brought the team down from 'Couver to watch the youngsters perform , and that they did with the high press formation ,
They racked up a 4-0 win .However on the down side with the Rebels going down to 10 men after 15 mins Langley struggled for the remainder of the game to get past a stubborn ,gutsy, Rebels team .

This does not bode well for the Final where they meet Daniel Island who somehow beat Colorado Ice White , despite going down to 10 men theselves, a great win .
Young Dewar will certainly have to rethink his tactics for this final match of the season .

 
Commissioner
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Wednesday May 12th, 2021 - 07:52:26 PM GMT
Trade: PHI - CHI

PHI sends 200k to CHI for 2 TP

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday May 12th, 2021 - 09:59:58 AM GMT
Youth Cup Semi Finals

Today sees these games played - just waiting for David to slip in Daniel Islabd's team line but he'll be there for sure.

I'll do a review tonight on the 2 matches and the winners will play off on Finals evening in a fortnight.

Good luck to all except Robin @ Langley.. 😷😷😂😂

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday May 10th, 2021 - 11:24:13 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 10th May....:
DAL(50) NE(35) NY(15) PHI(50) SJ(30) SEA(35) VAN(45)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday May 9th, 2021 - 07:49:30 PM GMT
Poll Match update plus

250k paid into clubs' funds tonight after the Poll match result. Only 3 lads got the draw (not really a spoiler as it was a youth game, eh?). One of them only got the draw (Bryce) = 30k, David K got the half time correct as well (0-0) = 50k, but one lad, step forward Al, who got the lot (0-0 and 1-1) and gets 80k. 

Different Poll for next week - as a few (not just one or 2) thought we might consider a change to the current set up in the Youth Cup.

So I will post up a nice simple question, and ALL participants will earn a bonus for taking part. It is YOUR league so if you don't take part you can't argue with the result.. And as a little extra I will get one of you to pick a couple of numbers out (numbers against the participants names) who will get a double payment for taking part.

It will be up later this evening....

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Sunday May 9th, 2021 - 05:21:35 PM GMT
Medication

Seeing as you need to have a dig I'll answer even though David has decided not to change TP allocation .

No there is no TP in auctions but there could be.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday May 9th, 2021 - 03:02:45 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 42:
Windy City Pride - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (DwW)
New York Red Bulls - MVP #6: 25k (WdW)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday May 9th, 2021 - 11:06:47 AM GMT
Sunday Update

League matches today and just 4 lads to put lines in (still over 5 hours to go though) - MIA, CHA, SJ, DAL.

Massive game today will be NY v CAR at the top of 1st division - that's where my Viewer will be on at 4pm...

Good luck to all - we are just 3 league sessions to go, so after today some positions will likely be clearer. Rob will likely clear them up in his review later.   

*****************************

I woke up this morning and realised perhaps too much is going on at the one time (David mentioned as such).

I don't have a problem with high SLs, just it can take away a managers' decision making having too many lads highly rated. But if it isn't seen as a problem I won't touch it - it is YOUR game, not mine.

So, to make things easier (for me as well as the general set up) I plan to do a Poll about managers feelings on the Youth Cup set up.

In the meantime, I plan to move all 4 (age 0) players over to the senior teams plus half the monies from the youth team.  (I hear you asking "what about the MPP?")

A team will have until opening day of the new season to ask for one of the lads to be converted to a MPP, otherwise all 4 will stay as normal position players. (I will Blog the message about it in good time.) 

This simple change saves me chasing teams up for their lads to be downgraded and promoted - it will be your decision.

Plus status quo in that senior teams will still get 30TPs and the youth 60TPs (the latter to share amongst the age 0s and 1s as managers sees fit). 

I am running this for you lads, so I don't want to be seen trying to make changes that aren't acceptable to a lot of you. We have enough differences from SESL and SANC to make the game fun and interesting, I think. 

In future a manager's suggestion could form a Poll for the rest of you to vote on. Only a thought...

 

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Saturday May 8th, 2021 - 11:49:17 PM GMT
Same?

" I just assumed if that wasn't broken then a reduction to 20TPs but only promoting 3 players would create the same situation? "

The only part the same is that we have to buy 10 TP for the senior team.
What will change is managers won't get a choice for building their senior team and their junior team. Just now you can choose to train up only 3 age 0 and carry them over. You then get 3 good age 1 and 1 v poor age 1 in your senior team.
Or, you can choose to train up four good age 0's but you then know you have to get 10 TPs for your senior tem plus your junior team will be weaker as you have only 3 good age 0's and however many age good age 1's

This new idea isn't a standalone change. It affects your junior team. It will have 4 age 0 and 5 age 1's but still only 60TP.

If you're determined to make an arbitrary change can we just change one thing at a time to see the repercussions?
So in this case I would suggest let us move over 4 age 0's but, as normal, leave the managers the choice on how well trained they are and only change down the 20 free TPs for the senior sides.

The Junior sides are already trcky enough with 60 TP spread over 8 players.

 

 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Saturday May 8th, 2021 - 08:20:49 PM GMT
TP's

Steve you need to ease up on the medication ...We have NO TP in the auctions !
"Colin didn't introduce paying for resources to Sanc." ! ..DOH ,
of course he did . Deliberately reduced pre season TP to 20  and introduced cash for TP.
Omitted to change the heading from TB  (Training Bonus)  to TP .
When I ran Sanc managers could NOT buy resources (TP) for cash , so who did introduce it.
Flying Pink Elephants.!
Not the place to dicuss what goes on in Sanc , I only mentioned it as David proposed to reduce
TP in this league , and I did not want to play in "Pay to Play" League.
Fortunately he has confirmed that is not going to happen .

So back to OASL ..Yes David I agree with reducing yth>snr from 4 to 3 , it means 1 less yth player
going Fwd to Snr team . But I would still like my 30tp please .
Possibly introduce 1 yth player into the auctions ?

As to Bill's interaction  , you only have to look at the number of unused TP in div3/4 to see what
is happening , managers only taking part to TP age 0 players.

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday May 8th, 2021 - 05:30:53 PM GMT
Interaction

Job done David. A roaring success from you by getting interaction back in play. I love keeping up with the chat...keep the thoughts coming. 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday May 8th, 2021 - 11:33:01 AM GMT
Robin and Steve and David

I read what you lads say. At the moment we promote 4 age 0 (age 1 when promoted) players but get 30TPs in your senior team, so already having to trade or use auctions to get the extra 10TP you need. I just assumed if that wasn't broken then a reduction to 20TPs but only promoting 3 players would create the same situation?

Youth teams would still get 60TPs for their age 0 and age 1 players.

Could teams promote as many of the 4 as they wish but get that number less 10 in TPs, as they get 10 TPs less than the 4 lads being promoted right now (ie 30)... But youth will still get 60TPs whatever.

Funnily enough I thought a youth auction might encourage more managers to take their youth teams more seriously.....but it came in a suggestion which I thought worth flagging up. 

I have no intention of asking people to pay to buy something in the game, other than asking for a donation for Mark to run the server now and again.

I am not looking for wholesale changes - just more interaction in the game - the main problem being flagged is the high SLs and therefore less strategy having to be used to fill out team lines. How do we redress the situation to have the youth teams still being competitive and able to improve the senior team without compromising SLs unduly?

I will do the Polls and if the feeling is we don't need changes to players or player promotions then fine, and any competition tweak voted for is easy enough to do.. I am not looking for a pile of extra work, believe me!!           

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Saturday May 8th, 2021 - 10:05:19 AM GMT
Extra TP

From auctions and trading. Part of the problem (if there is one) is we get enough TP so don't need to worry about it. 

TP prices have gone up in SESL as there's more demand now.

Colin didn't introduce paying for resources to Sanc.

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Saturday May 8th, 2021 - 12:24:32 AM GMT
Suggestions

Do not agree with yth Auctions , hard enough to get managers to be  more active in yth League , obviously not active this season let me win it.

 

Reducing TP , A big NO from me, if you still promote 3 players from yth team where does extra TP come from ? Why break with tradition , what has worked since beging of time .....

, Colinn has done this in Sanc to encourage managers to BUY TP (cash) tiurned it into a pay to play league . 

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Friday May 7th, 2021 - 11:40:37 PM GMT
Options instead of Restrictions

Point 3.

So an idea is to reduce the TPs from 90 to 80.
But retain the total number of recruits of Age 0 and Age 1 players at 8?

Instead of limiting managers options for building their teams, why not bring in the resource reduction but maintain the option to still promote 3 or 4 to the Senior team?

It reduces the resources as suggested but still lets managers actually manage their teams.

If you restrict options instead of opening them up you end up with a selection of cookie cutter teams all the same as each other.
 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday May 6th, 2021 - 08:08:43 PM GMT
Managers' Questionnaire

Gents, Thanks for the 15 replies (from 23) to the Questionnaire and I’d like to acknowledge the answers you gave.

1       Dave Dowson Shield, Al Sellers Cup and Plate and the Youth Leagues (2) – in the main all were agreed no change to format (A single suggestion of a change I have noted but if the vast majority seem happy with a situation, I will retain it. Democracy rules.  Personally I like the formats.

2      Nobody wanted more OTF in any auction, indeed most wanted less OTF, so they may not be in every auction, but see below reference Auctions.

3      Polls – A majority liked doing the matches but fancied some variety in the Polls – I will look to mix things up during the season, so earnings can still be good for participating managers. One for me to work on!!

Based on suggestions received I would like thoughts on the following:

1       Youth Cup – play as a 6 x 4 teams playing once (3 games) – top team plus 2 x best 2nd placed teams into Quarter Finals (like Al Sellers Cup).       

2      One of the auctions to be for Youth teams only to bid on age 1 players, to give managers an opportunity to add to their squad/tactics.       

3      *** To cut down some of the large SL numbers and squads in the seniors, ONLY promote 3 age 0 (aged to 1) youth lads at the end of a season instead of 4 – managers choice and remaining age 0 stays with the youth team. Compensate that with reduction to 20TPs for senior teams. Youth teams to keep 60TPs.        

*** If accepted probably should not happen in time for next season, but the season after, to allow for planning, unless teams expressed a desire for it to start next season....

I will Poll the above items over the next 3 weeks, and the options will just be Yes or No, with comments if wished.   Yes will bring in a change(s), No will be to retain the status quo - participation will be rewarded...   :-)

 
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Commissioner


 

Monday May 3rd, 2021 - 11:21:01 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 3rd May - forgotten bonus....:
VAN(40)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday May 3rd, 2021 - 11:20:35 AM GMT
Participation cash

Gents, I have added bonuses to those lads who sent me returns on my questionnaire by email and to my in box. Felt it only fair to reward those too. Makes it a good 560k payout.. :-)

Plus any Monday Blogs and Journals will be paid the following week (Andrew - your Journal will get paid next Monday - trust me - it pays you more over the 2 weeks). Of course if I missed anybody just let me know (I have one I know about..) and all those who still have to come back to me will earn cash next Monday...

14 lads have responded so far, so 10 can still have a say (by Wednesday evening please..)

Simon is struggling with work so I will finish the season doing Cup reviews for him. No peace for the wicked, but I quite enjoy doing these things..

 
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Commissioner


 

Monday May 3rd, 2021 - 11:13:56 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 3rd May.....:
COL(40) CLB(40) DAL(45) HOU(30) KC(50) LA(30) NE(40) NY(50) PHI(50) RSL(25) ROC(30) SJ(50) SEA(40)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday May 2nd, 2021 - 08:22:25 PM GMT
Poll Match Update

Today I am putting in 340k into the competing managers' accounts for the Poll match.

2 of you, take a bow Rob and Roy, made the FULL 80k payout, and Al got 50k for his efforts. Bryce made 30k on getting the result correct. The remaining lads all get the usual 10k, which all adds up.

Next Sunday's game will be:

Windy City Pride v Fall River Rovers - key promotion/playoff game in the 4th division.

 
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Commissioner


 

Sunday May 2nd, 2021 - 03:01:38 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 40:
Miami FC - MVP #3: 1 TP (WwD)
De Anza Force S.C. - MVP #5: 25k (Wwd)

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday May 2nd, 2021 - 02:08:57 PM GMT
HI David

Line ups entered and email reply sent. League set-up moving forward.

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday May 2nd, 2021 - 10:06:51 AM GMT
Sunday Update

First of all just to say only 3 teams missing from this afternoon but I am confident it'll be a full house. So good luck to all - getting down to the nitty gritty bit of the league now.

Secondly thanks to the lads who have come back with your responses to my "questionnaire" - I have to keep checking my in box, as quite a few appear there. 

I reckon just over half of you have returned suggestions etc and I thank you for that. 

Later this week I will group these suggestions and report back to you. Must say one suggestion, simple in context and easy to implement, would address a couple of situations, but I'll run any possible changes by you all via Polls. 
To the lads who haven't replied yet, it is YOUR game - I just run it - so make your opinions count..

Can I suggest Wednesday latest so I can get on to collate the info from Thursday morning? Thanks in advance. 👍👍 

 
Bill Ramsay Jnr
New Bedford Whalers


 
Recent Entries
Saturday May 1st, 2021 - 06:55:59 PM GMT
My tuppence worth

Is actually probably just a penny.

I like the league set up in general, mainly for the differences to the others on offer. One point I have read below that may be worth considering is the reduction of youth players that get promoted to senior team and automatic TP. That would most likely encourage trading and action interest which is far too low. I love the idea of planning from a feeder team but it is a fair argument that it then becomes too manicured. If only 3 were auto promoted and only 20 TP was auto allocated then coaches would need to buy players at auction or trade to sustain a squad. This could allow 1 x age 0 or 1 per auction along side 1 x TP entry as well. Not sure if logistics though. 
 

I am your biggest cheerleader, David, but I only do the poll for cash. Maybe keep the predicto aspect but mix it up so it is nit every week. Also please keep the past poll results til Wednesday or so...I can never remember how I chose and when you regenerate a new poll so quickly, on the Sunday, I cannot look back and see how close or how far I was from the true score/result. 
 

Keep up the good work David. It is great to see you get the plaudits you deserve. Cheers pal. 

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Saturday May 1st, 2021 - 04:55:17 PM GMT
Feedback

As below, Dave, we appreciate the hard work you are putting in and we all understand that you've mostly inherited the current formats so haven't really had time to put your style on things completely.

So, looking at the Cup competitions first.

Dave Dowson Shield
4 sections of 6 play 10 games to produce 8 teams.
No urgency. Some teams probably don't even try until match 7 of the 10.
If you're in with a shout you may try for those games but the reward is only a 3 game max cup run.
QF, SF, 3/4+Final
100k, 150k, 200k, 350k


Al Seller's Cup
6 sections of 4 play 3 games to produce 6 team plus 2 extra.
Pretty much the opposite. You really need the 3 wins to be sure.
Your reward is a 5 game max cup run. Actually 2 or 5. No middle ground due to the format.
QF1, QF2, SF1, SF2, 3/4+Final
100k, 175k, 250k, 400k

So it seems quite urgent, win all 3 to be sure of getting through.
Except...even if you finish last you're still in a cup competition, the:-
Al Seller's Plate.
An automatic 1 game and a max 4 game cup run. Well, again, 1, 2, or 4 games due to playoffs.
Round 4, QF, SF, 3/4+Final.
75k, 100k, 150k, 250k


Youth Cup
8 sections of 3 play only 2 games to produce 1 team
Two must win games. Or you're rolling the dice.
Reward is only a 3 game max cup run. No idea of prizes.
QF, SF, Final

 

That's the short version but it's handy to see how the cups stack up against each other.
I'm busy  this weekend but will definitley come back with more on where they could be modified and so on.
And feedback on the rest too.

To emphasse though, running a league is extremely difficult and getting the balances right is also extremely tough in terms of economics.

 


 

 
Tim Batth
Real Salt Lake


 
Recent Entries
Saturday May 1st, 2021 - 12:36:42 PM GMT
Feedback

Dave, first and foremost you're doing a fabulous job managing this league, I love your enthusiasm. My 2 cents on the questions posed:

Dave Dowson Shield, Youth Cup & Al Sellers Cup – Leave as-is, working fine.

Youth Leagues – Leave as-is ... risk & reward with relegation and promotion is entertaining

Polls: Perhaps mix and match forecasting with some current world soccer/football news (e.g. punishment for the 'so called super leaguers', NFL Draft)

 
James White
Kansas City Wizards


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
568 - 221 - 389 (0.576)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Saturday May 1st, 2021 - 10:59:42 AM GMT
Feedback

First of David what a job you are doing, don't always remember to tell you how much it is appreciated but believe me it is.

I have no problem with anything that you are doing this league IS different from the others which helps to maintain interest.

My only slight concern is this league is the easiest to play , never feel like I have save cash or control resource usage. Similarly lineups are just rotation of players.

Would be interesting to see the spread of T11 - T17 differences across the leagues.

I am aware that these slight issues may just be down to me and the fact I don't have anywhere near the amount of free time to invest into this game than I used to do in my more successful younger years.

Keep up the good work

 

 
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Saturday May 1st, 2021 - 10:48:06 AM GMT
Trade: MIN - MIA

MIN sends 2 CP to MIA for 200k

 
Lewis Creasey
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Friday April 30th, 2021 - 08:20:30 PM GMT
Feedback

You doing a great job David (my Dad told me to type that!)
 

a cup Plate I don't understand format, but gives losing teams gate money suppose

youth leagues – I don't pay this much attention sorry.  I tend to do 4 youth lineups at same time as EL never an issue as squads so big.  pick from 20 players instead of 25 may get managers to give youths attention.  
 2 divisions better than 1 I'd say

youth Cup – could go.  Feels like extra games for no reason.

OTF - maybe none in auction.  seems plenty CP for it and make a manager choose to invest with 2CP

less auction - might encourage some trading instead

how do we get more transfers in the league? – less auctions?

prediction polls a great idea

 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Friday April 30th, 2021 - 06:33:38 PM GMT
Good response so far

Gents, so far Stephen, Andrew, Rab and Al have voiced their opinions to my search for what you lads would like to see in OASL going forward. I will make up a short resume of answers received and will report back.

But it would be nice to get a stack more responses please? If no changes are wished, then tell me that as well, so I know you have at least considered options. Thanks. 🤔🤔

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Thursday April 29th, 2021 - 10:57:00 PM GMT
Feedback for the Big Boss...

Thank you David for doing a phenomenal job running this league! 

I will admit that I'm about the worst at participation with running two leagues and being in active development with my son Mad Max for the only online volleyball simulation league in the world (please find another one and tell me I'm wrong).  :-)

Also my team is really bad and that's totally my fault. 

As a commish, we (well I) think that everyone has read the rules and totally understands them.  The reality is they (I) don't.  In the volleyball league (TMVL - https://www.olmec.org/tmvl/ about to start season 3 please signup on the waitlist) I tried the following:

- Do a weekly post of some concept in the rules (post all the details in the blog like "S37 Q1" for Season 37 Quiz 1).  Maybe a tournament format?  Maybe something about the number of auctions or how players get from the junior to senior team?  Maybe somethng obscure but important?  Can I pay to heal a player?  Can I payoff a ref?  Put that in as a poll and provide the brief rules/description and make the answer EASY to figure out, and give out some options for answers.  If I get it right I get the full amount.  If I participate I get half that.  And then post the result in the blog so we all know the right answer.  

I don't always have the time I'd like to read the rules.  Little snippets of things like this may help get me knowledge of concepts I'd otherwise miss.  I tried it in the volleyball league and it helped a bit.  Nothing is perfect, but its an idea.

 

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Thursday April 29th, 2021 - 05:42:40 PM GMT
Conversation Starter

David, thanks for requesting feedback on those topics. I am likely the least qualified person to give his opinion, given that I am only recently back after a long break, but I will give a couple thoughts.

  • Cups: I think the key here is that each cup has a different format to maintain a different feel for each. I do really enjoy having a youth cup, as it adds some additional importance to making sure the youth squad is good by itself, and not just purely a feeder for recruits
  • I enjoy the two youth leagues so that there is more to play for for more of the youth teams. One league seems like it runs into issues in the back half of the season for mid-table teams not having much to play for
  • Auctions/Transfers: I think these are somewhat linked. It's fairly easy to just develop your own strong players through the youth leagues and just supplement with the ocassional auction player. I don't have a great sense of it, but my initial impression is that there is a surplus of strong players and teams have plenty of resources, making trading less critical. I think to increase trading we would need to have fewer routes to a strong squad, either by reducing the number of players that come up from youth squads, reducing the number of players from auctions, or simply just tweaking the balance of resources available to clubs.  I can't say I have a great idea yet of what the right balance is, but I do think having squads that are in real binds (like having to play a backup  7/4 GK or not having enough resources to train your youngsters) in SESL is what makes trading more necessary there.
  • Polls: I personally enjoy trying to predict matches. I think it's worthwhile to keep some version of this, but I'm unsure of what tweaks may encourage more participation

Apologies, that's a lot of text for just one suggestion, which is basically that the league perhaps needs a bit more scarcity in players and/or resources. But, I'm certainly open to the fact that I've missed the mark completely by nature of being a new returnee.

 
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Commissioner


 

Wednesday April 28th, 2021 - 06:01:25 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 39:
FC Dallas - MVP #5: 25k (WdW)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday April 28th, 2021 - 04:59:16 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 28th April - my error :
SJ(40)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday April 28th, 2021 - 04:58:22 PM GMT
White stick for the Commish..😎😎

Andy, how could I miss that. Will correct it, with interest - my fault, can't blame anybody else..Sorry. Thanks for mentioning it. 💰💰

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday April 28th, 2021 - 02:13:06 PM GMT
Participation bonus

No bonus for SJ. I did do a small journal entry. Honestly.

Will give some thought to the league set up moving forwards.

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday April 28th, 2021 - 02:07:38 PM GMT
MOST IMPORTANT - please read!!

Gents, In OASL participation is almost negligible (even though I pay well), and about half of you go into the Poll match, so I thought I would ask for ideas going forward, making suggestions for consideration, basically asking WHAT would make you take more interest in OASL. Can’t compete with SESL, I know that, but we can get ourselves a fairly close alternative, and we do have significant differences to SESL.

So, on the following topics, what are your thoughts on:

1 Dave Dowson Shield – currently 4 sections x 6 teams playing twice – top 2 for the Quarter Finals. Any changes?

2 Al Sellers Cup – currently 6 sections x 4 teams playing once – Top 4 plus 2 best runners up to Quarter Finals – remaining teams (16) to Al Sellers Plate. Any changes?

3 Youth Leagues – currently 2 divisions of 12 with 2 up and 2 down plus playoffs for 9th/10th v 4th/3rd  - same or back to 1 division playing each other once only?

4 Youth Cup – currently 8 sections of 3 – winners to Quarter Finals. Is it needed? And if needed, same formula or 4 x 6 or 6 x 4?

5 Should there be more OTF in the auction to encourage midfield tactics?

6 Should there be more auctions – although too many means players going for paltry sums...

7 How do we get more transfers in the league – currently there is little or none as teams have a plethora of high SL lads and can sub like for like in most games.

8 Polls: Too many? Too complicated? Or not enough incentives to enter..? Want different subjects and not just forecasting matches?

Thoughts coming back to me I can list and put back to all of you for voting on, so pick any, some or all of the above, and anything else you think of, and return thoughts either on the Blog, my IN Box, or my email, and let’s give the set up a boost!! 

If you are happy with the way it is going, let me know too - would be nice to get a return from everyone inside one week from today...    It is YOUR game!! 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday April 28th, 2021 - 09:10:45 AM GMT
Wednesday Update

Al Sellers Cup Semi Finals 1st Leg games tonight @7pm.

just waiting for SJ and LA to put team lines in.

On the plus side I had a message from Marc who said he was extremely busy and missed out on doing OASL line ups. He will slip out for the 4 games (I will do them) and he'll come in at the start of the new season (likely late June) refreshed and keen - okay the last bit I put in myself. But it would give us a full house for next season. 👍

Later today I will be Blogging to you all looking for some help, advice, suggestions etc - when it comes PLEASE respond. Cheers..

Good luck to the 4 teams tonight..😎😎

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday April 26th, 2021 - 10:37:37 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 26th April....:
DAL(10) NE(15) PHI(30) SEA(50)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday April 25th, 2021 - 08:56:37 PM GMT
Coach Update

Gents, I have had to remove Marc from running (or to be precise NOT running) Chicago Fire and Windy City Pride as of now.

Marc has not answered any of my recent messages and has racked up 8 NMRs - 3 in a row. but has managed to fill in team lines for other games.

I would be happy to have Marc back as he has been good for OASL in the past, and hope he might come back next season refreshed.

Up till the end of the season I will fill in team lines for both teams - neither has anything to play for but I will do any training that needs done. Hate to do it, but not fair on you lads who run your teams to the best of your abilities.

 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday April 25th, 2021 - 04:30:15 PM GMT
Poll Update etc

David, too true, and I did email you an hour beforehand to tell you..:-)

Congrats to Robin's Langley FC who have won the 3rd division Championship, with 4 games to spare. Tim Baath's Real Salt Lake are definitely promoted to the 1st division, will need to wait a week at least to see if they go up as Champions.

Poll Match.  I am paying an exact figure of 500k into 14 managers accounts for today's game. Nobody got the 80k, but 4 got the half time score correct (50k each), and 9 receive 30k for the correct result, and even the lad who didn't get the result correct will receive 10k. Most paid out in one week's game.

Next Sunday's game will be:

Rochester Rhinos v Vancouver Whitecaps 

Both teams trying for an automatic promotion place or at worst a playoff spot.

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Sunday April 25th, 2021 - 04:10:04 PM GMT
Alas Dallas

16:01 is a very bad time to remember to put your teams in.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday April 25th, 2021 - 03:02:08 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 38:
New Bedford Whalers - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
New England Revolution - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wDW)
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #7: 25k (Wdw)
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #8: 25k (wWw)
Red Force FC - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday April 25th, 2021 - 12:20:27 PM GMT
Thanks for the reminder!

I saw SEA on that list and thought it must be a typo...

 

After all, I did have a green dot on my front page...

 

Turns out I had saved my player and team tactics for session 38, but my lineup for session 40. Interesting that the green dot shows if any part of the orders are in, but the check mark won't show unless the actual lineup is there (and therefore the system has enough to avoid an NMR). 

 

Thanks for the reminder and helping me catch my mistake, David

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday April 25th, 2021 - 11:08:47 AM GMT
Sunday Update

Match Day today and 5 clubs still to put lines in - DAL, SJ, SEA, KC and CHI.  Don't think there is a problem with the first 4, but CHI is on a worringly 7 NMRs and counting .........

Not too many sessions left so a few games are that bit more important today. For example:

New York Red Bulls v Minnesota Thunder (probably Alon's last chance to make inroads on Bill's lead at the top) and if any points are dropped by NY, then Jason @ Carolina Railhawks is ready to close the gap even more between him and Bill. AND the two teams meet in game 20 (of 22).

RSL treading water till mathematically they can't be caught at the top of the 2nd division. A win today and a LA loss would fo it.

Langley FC v Los Angeles Blues (home win today will effectively seal the 3rd division for Robin, or a Mount Tabor loss gets the same result). 

8 of the 4th division teams have a chance of the play off spot. 3rd to 10th place separated by only 6 points...

AND remember to put in your Poll results, BE IN IT TO WIN SOMETHING between 10k and 80k..

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Saturday April 24th, 2021 - 07:50:31 PM GMT
Draft

Great - that makes sense. Thanks for the info, David!

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday April 24th, 2021 - 05:48:11 PM GMT
Andrew

Thanks Steve for replying to Andrew.

I'll be writing out nearer the end of the season to ask for the 8 players names and positions (so Andrew, knowing the 4 x age 0 players are moving up to your senior team at the end of the game, you can work out which positions need to be covered for next season etc). Maybe not yet, but in about 3 weeks.. 👍👍

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Saturday April 24th, 2021 - 12:22:13 PM GMT
Thanks, Steve!

Makes sense to me. The ability to freely choose positions certainly helps

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Saturday April 24th, 2021 - 08:59:28 AM GMT
Draft

The SLs you get depend on your senior team's league position. You'll get 4 age 1 and 4 age 0 and you choose the positions. I'm not sure of the SLs however though I think we all get the same SLs for age 1 players 

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Saturday April 24th, 2021 - 03:27:16 AM GMT
Question on end of season

Was reading through the rules and noticed that I couldn't quite parse what happened at the end of the season. I recall the sealed bid auction, but it seems that is now no longer happening, with instead all four age 0 players being passed to the parent club. Is that correct?  And then, to repopulate the youth squads there is a college draft? And that draft is done completely randomly, or do the managers have some options for what players or positions they end up with?  Just making sure I can plan accordingly during the run-in.

Thanks in advance for the information!

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday April 21st, 2021 - 09:35:27 AM GMT
Wednesday Update

Quarter Finals of the Al Sellers Plate tonight, and thanks to all 8 teams - all team lines are in.

I know it is the Plate but there is the financial consideration for the 4 winners tonight... Good luck to all - Semi Finals will be played mid May.. Remaining Sessions for this season are:

SESSION  38 League 1,2,3,4       25/04/2021
SESSION  39   AS Cup Semi Finals 1st Leg      28/04/2021
SESSION  40 League 1,2,3,4       02/05/2021
SESSION  41   AS Cup Semi Finals 2nd Leg       05/05/2021
SESSION  42 League 1,2,3,4       09/05/2021
SESSION  43   Youth Cup Semi Finals     12/05/2021
SESSION  44 League 1,2,3,4       16/05/2021
SESSION  45   AS Plate Semi Finals       19/05/2021
SESSION  46 League 1,2,3,4       23/05/2021
SESSION  47   AS Cup Final + AS Plate Final + Youth Cup Final 26/05/2021
SESSION  48 Promotion/Relegation playoffs     30/05/2021

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday April 19th, 2021 - 10:10:46 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 19th April....:
LA(15) PHI(30) SJ(25)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday April 18th, 2021 - 04:27:27 PM GMT
Poll Match plus

A total of 250k has been paid into the coffers of teams today. Where as 7 clubs guessed the correct result, nobody got the half time or full time scores, so each gets 30k. The remaining teams (6) get the 10k for taking part. 

(To earn more I am thinking of changing this next season so that all correct half times and full times earn extra cash EVEN if the result isn't correct. Leave that with me.. :-))

Next week's Poll game for next Sunday sticks out on the fixture card, and is on the front page now:

New York Red Bulls v Minnesota Thunder.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday April 18th, 2021 - 03:03:04 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 36:
Fall River Rovers - MVP #3: 1 TP (WWd)
Daniel Island S.A. - MVP #3: 1 TP (wDw)
Langley F.C. - MVP #6: 25k (dWw)
Windy City Pride - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (DwW)
Golden Gophers - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (DWw)
North Sound Seawolves - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWw)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday April 18th, 2021 - 01:54:50 PM GMT
Only you (Marc)

Just CHI (Marc) to put lines in for today- nearly a full house abs 2 hours to KO.. 👍👍

Remember the prediction Poll game.. money to be earned.. 🤔🤔💰💰

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday April 18th, 2021 - 10:15:07 AM GMT
Sunday Update

Gents, only 3 clubs to go for a full house and there is time yet, (SJ, CHI, CHA). 

Business end of the season coming up now - good luck to all, and keep safe. Whilst we are coming out of this mess in U.K. just need to stay focussed and we'll all be back to "normal" soon enough - whatever normal will look like.. 🤔🤔
 

 
Lewis Creasey
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Friday April 16th, 2021 - 02:06:39 PM GMT
Los Angeles Galaxy

Onwards and upwards in Allan Sellers cup

 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday April 14th, 2021 - 06:01:09 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 35:
FC Dallas - MVP #4: 1 CP (Www)
Los Angeles Galaxy - MVP #4: 1 CP (WWw)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday April 14th, 2021 - 12:36:17 PM GMT
Wednesday Update

Tonight sees the Quarter Final 2nd Leg ties and only waiting for Andy to put a line in for a full house.

Best of luck to all...👍👍

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday April 12th, 2021 - 08:37:50 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 12th April....:
PHI(50) SJ(35) SEA(30)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday April 11th, 2021 - 06:31:02 PM GMT
Trade: POR - MON

POR sends 155k to MON for Marco Negri (4/22 FW)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday April 11th, 2021 - 04:21:03 PM GMT
Poll Match update plus

270k paid into 15 teams accounts today. Whilst 12 teams didn't get the result correct, they still get the 10k for taking part. 3 lads got the result correct, 2 even got the half time correct, whilst a third got the full time right, all 3 earning 50k each. Well done.

Next week's match is from the Youth division 4 - top 2 teams playing each other. It is on the site right now...

Golden Gophers v De Anza Force S.C.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday April 11th, 2021 - 03:02:14 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 34:
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #6: 25k (dWW)
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #7: 25k (WWw)
New York Red Bulls - MVP #5: 25k (wWW)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday April 11th, 2021 - 10:40:05 AM GMT
Sunday (Matchday) Update

Only 3 outstanding for today, so looking good (CHI, CHA, SJ). 

Only 7 league games left in the season, so a lot coming to a head.

Going to leave the 4pm and 7pm kick offs as they are - nobody came on to say otherwise, but next season I might try to keep every session's matches at the same time throughout a season - just need the official Summer and winter time change (usually the last Saturday in March and October).

Good luck today... and get your Predictions in - it earns you pennies on a weekly basis but a decent amount MSA and PSA....

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday April 7th, 2021 - 06:01:37 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 33:
Real Salt Lake - MVP #6: 25k (DWw)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday April 6th, 2021 - 12:08:41 PM GMT
Wednesday Preview

Please remember that tomorrow EVERY senior team has a Cup tie.

  Quarter Finals  
  1st Leg  
Kansas City Wizards         v FC Dallas
San Jose Earthquakes         v Miami FC
Columbus Crew         v Philadephia Union
Montreal Impact         v Los Angeles Galaxy
  Al Sellers Plate  
  1st Round  
  Played to a finish  
Real Salt Lake            v New England Revolution
D.C. United            v Houston Dynamos
Carolina Railhawks            v Charleston Battery
Portland Timbers            v Atlanta Silverbacks
Chivas USA            v Vancouver Whitecaps
Seattle Sounders            v Rochester Rhinos
New York Red Bulls            v Chicago Fire
Minnesota Thunder            v Colorado Rapids

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday April 5th, 2021 - 04:46:23 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 5th April.....:
SJ(35)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday April 5th, 2021 - 04:46:02 PM GMT
Well Spotted that man

Andy, I did allocate 25k for your contribution, but stuck it in last week's totals. So this morning I missed it off. My mistake though so I will make it 35k fror your inconvenience....  :-)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday April 5th, 2021 - 04:35:12 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 5th April....:
NE(40)

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday April 5th, 2021 - 04:10:25 PM GMT
Participation bonus

I did do a small journal entry. Must be worth something?

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday April 5th, 2021 - 09:55:26 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 5th April....:
ATL(15) CHA(10) HOU(10) NE(10) NY(10) SEA(50)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday April 4th, 2021 - 04:39:16 PM GMT
Poll Update etc

Gents,  220k has been added to various team's cash box - to be paid at the end of the season.

5 teams got the result correct, but nobody got the half time or the full time, so all receive 30k. 7 others get the 10k for taking part. Shame more teams don't see this as a small investment bank. Should consider paying interest - mmmm - thinking aloud about next season..!!

Next weekend's Poll match which has already been put up will be:

Chivas USA v Minnesota Thunder

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday April 4th, 2021 - 03:02:11 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 32:
Mount Tabor S.C. - MVP #3: 1 TP (WDw)
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #5: 25k (Wwd)
Red Force FC - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday April 4th, 2021 - 10:01:51 AM GMT
Sunday update

Gents, I will leave the KO at 4pm and 7pm midweek till the season end as you seem okay with them.

Also still 6 teams to put lines in but there is that extra hour to do it, eh?

Good luck today - very sunny here but very breezy - and waiting for the expected snow tonight or tomorrow. ☃️☃️

 
Bryce Kalmbach
Atlanta Silverbacks


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
416 - 268 - 399 (0.508)
Sunday April 4th, 2021 - 06:50:38 AM GMT
No time preference

I think us Americans generally have to get orders in the night before anyway especially all the way out west here.

 
David Campbell
Charleston Battery


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
326 - 233 - 487 (0.423)
Saturday April 3rd, 2021 - 09:53:37 AM GMT
Times

Not that fussed - like you Dave, I prefer SESL at 3 and 4 :) but get used to it changing so happy with whatever

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Friday April 2nd, 2021 - 10:22:47 PM GMT
Happy either way

I can work to any timescale. 

 
David Campbell
Charleston Battery


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
326 - 233 - 487 (0.423)
Friday April 2nd, 2021 - 07:30:11 PM GMT
Times

Not that fussed - like you Dave, I prefer SESL at 3 and 4 :) but get used to it changing so happy with whatever

 
David Campbell
Charleston Battery


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
326 - 233 - 487 (0.423)
Friday April 2nd, 2021 - 06:43:22 PM GMT
Times

Not that fussed - like you Dave, I prefer SESL at 3 and 4 :) but get used to it changing so happy with whatever

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Friday April 2nd, 2021 - 03:34:12 PM GMT
We're easy

Houston happy for any time for games, orders in days before usually 

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Friday April 2nd, 2021 - 03:07:28 PM GMT
No preference here

Both times work well for SEA/NSS

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Thursday April 1st, 2021 - 04:12:02 PM GMT
Happy either way

I can work to any timescale. 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday April 1st, 2021 - 09:57:39 AM GMT
Steve

Steve, to be honest, I don't think it is a big deal in OASL, because interaction is so low most lads probably didn't notice the time change.

I do the 3rd division reviews in SESL and will confess I like the 3pm as I can do the reviews between 3 and 4 and then 4 and 5 - now it moves into evening with the clock changing.   Just an old man moaning, that's me... :-)

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday March 31st, 2021 - 10:21:41 PM GMT
Leave it at 7 PM

I hate the early evening kick offs. Would have NMRd again if I'd had a game tonight 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday March 31st, 2021 - 06:01:23 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 31:
Daniel Island S.A. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WDw)
Langley F.C. - MVP #5: 25k (wdW)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday March 31st, 2021 - 04:00:49 PM GMT
Kick off times

Lads, with the hour going forward matches are being run an hour later than before.

If there is enough groundswell of opinion, I can go in and change each session back to 3pm Sunday and 6pm midweek, or I just leave it for the rest of the season.

Next season therough I think I will check in advance when clocks go back and forward and time the games accordingly to leave them the same. (Each season has just 1 time change, either forward or backwards - I just need to watch for this October for season 27.)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday March 31st, 2021 - 08:58:44 AM GMT
Wednesday Update

All youth teams entered for tonight's games - thanks! I know it isn't the most glamorous of competitions but there is the extra matches to train, and the winner (and runner up) get a couple of pennies plus the Kudos of being there!!   NOTE with the hour going forward KO will be 7pm.. :-( 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday March 29th, 2021 - 10:56:00 AM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 29th March....:
COL(40) LA(135) MON(50)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday March 29th, 2021 - 10:53:23 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 29th March....:
COL(15) CLB(30) DAL(15) NE(15) PHI(50) SJ(25) SEA(50)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday March 29th, 2021 - 10:52:03 AM GMT
Andrew

I would just leave it the way it was. Changing to a win would not earn you extra - in fact just the opposite. The half time and full time scores mean nothing if you don't predict the right team to win (or draw). The scores only come into it if the initial forecast is correct.. 

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Sunday March 28th, 2021 - 11:42:52 PM GMT
Thank You and I'm Shameless...

I want to thank the managers of New England (Steve Turner - he knows MSWL United is just a code change away from Olmec not loving him anymore), Chicago, and Rochester (Phil - he never lets me win in MSWL United) for letting us beat them in the Al Sellers Cup.

Wouldn't it be a great thing if all managers let me win the Al Sellers Cup?

I'm not saying I still have backdoor cheat codes for managers who won't let me win, but I'm not saying I don't either.

Hopefully the right honorable Mr. Rob Lye of the Philadelphia Union reads this and can simply rest his players in our upcoming quarterfinal home/away series?  :-)

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday March 28th, 2021 - 06:46:43 PM GMT
Poll mistake

David,

Accidentally clicked the wrong button on the poll there. Meant to pick LAG to win, with the same HT and FT scores that I posed.  Does this work for correcting the error, or am I locked into my mistake at this point?

Posting here instead of via inbox for transparency.

Thanks,

Andy

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday March 28th, 2021 - 04:20:11 PM GMT
Poll Update etc

Gents, today I have put 200k into various teams's accounts. Only 3 got the correct forecast right, but none of them got any of the results correct. So, 3 lads get 30k each and the remaning gents get the 10k for taking part.

Next Sunday's Poll match will be:

San Jose Earthquakes v Los Angeles Galaxy - game is up now...

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday March 28th, 2021 - 03:02:14 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 30:
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #5: 25k (dWW)
Montreal Impact - MVP #6: 25k (WWD)
New York Red Bulls - MVP #4: 1 CP (wwW)
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #6: 25k (Wwd)
Chivas USA - MVP #3: 1 TP (WWd)
Savannah Celtic FC - MVP #3: 1 TP (wDw)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday March 28th, 2021 - 01:32:25 PM GMT
David - MPPs

David, tell me know which one(s) you want changed and I'll get it done ASAP. 👍👍👍

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Sunday March 28th, 2021 - 11:37:57 AM GMT
MPPs

MPPs have been downgraded in the past by asking the commishioner nicely

It can depend on how much spare time they have and if they have enough warning to do it

 

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Sunday March 28th, 2021 - 11:18:02 AM GMT
Multipos

Is it possible to downgrade multi-position players or do you have to retire them or trade them away to make space in your squad?

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday March 28th, 2021 - 11:01:25 AM GMT
LAST AUCTION TODAY

Just thought I would mention it - but today is the last auction for this season. 
So get the purse strings loosened and let's see some good offers going in.. 💰💰💰💰

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday March 28th, 2021 - 09:15:37 AM GMT
Sunday Update

Wonder how many of you forgot the hour went forward last night... 🤔🤔

7 teams still to put team lines in - I don't include myself here (only senior teams) - and I will be going in straight after this Blog. Good luck all. 😷😷

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday March 25th, 2021 - 10:06:15 AM GMT
[SPOILER] Cup Update (if not already seen last night's results)

Well, that's it. Group matches over and the last 8 move on.  Draw is as reported at the start and results:

Al Sellers Cup Quarter Finals (played over 2 legs)

Kansas City Wizards v FC Dallas
San Jose Earthquakes v Miami FC
Columbus Crew v Philadephia Union
Montreal Impact v Los Angeles Galaxy

Then I borrowed Andy who randomised the remaining 16 teams and coupled with my drawing of lots the Plate competition looks like:

Al Sellers Plate 1st Round  (SINGLE leg games played on Neutral ground)

(Numbers to the left are Andy's numbers per team)

6-16 Real Salt Lake v New England Revolution
1-5 D.C. United v Houston Dynamos
11-4 Carolina Railhawks v Charleston Battery
2-14 Portland Timbers v Atlanta Silverbacks
12-7 Chivas USA v Vancouver Whitecaps
3-10 Seattle Sounders v Rochester Rhinos
9-8 New York Red Bulls v Chicago Fire
13-15 Minnesota Thunder v Colorado Rapids

ALL these above games will be played Wednesday 7th April - session 33. EVERY senior team will be in action that evening.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday March 24th, 2021 - 07:47:46 PM GMT
Cup Draw Participation

The following teams receive Cup Draw Participation through 24th March - Al Sellers Plate competition....:
SJ(25)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday March 24th, 2021 - 06:01:55 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 29:
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #4: 1 CP (dWW)
Los Angeles Galaxy - MVP #3: 1 TP (DwW)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday March 24th, 2021 - 08:55:49 AM GMT
Wednesday Update

Just 5 teams needed for a full house for 6pm tonight.

Last round of the Al Sellers Cup placings- and later tonight the draw for the Al Sellers Plate will take place - regardless if tonight's scores every club will STILL have a cup to play for...👍👍

Good luck to all.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday March 22nd, 2021 - 07:59:14 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 22nd March....:
KC(20) PHI(50) SJ(45) SEA(50)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday March 21st, 2021 - 07:18:19 PM GMT
Poll Update etc

Gents, a pretty impressive 320k is being put into some teams banks for paying out at season end.

Today 3 lads all got the correct result, and all got the half time, but nobody got the full time score - even amongst the ones who didn't get the result right.

So, 3 payments of 50k, plus 3 payments of 30k for getting the correct result but none of the scores, and 8 lads getting the 10k for taking part. Well done..

Next Sunday's game will be:

Mount Tabor S.C. v Texas Dutch Lions and the game is DEFINITELY posted on the front page.. Enjoy!!!

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday March 21st, 2021 - 07:12:13 PM GMT
CP/TP

Thanks for that Andy - all sorted as is the CP Langley had - must check the stats page more often... :-)

 
Andy Shaw Jnr
De Anza Force S.C.


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
202 - 127 - 175 (0.527)
Sunday March 21st, 2021 - 04:24:19 PM GMT
MVP award

My CP award needs changing to a TP.

Thanks

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday March 21st, 2021 - 03:01:44 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 28:
Colorado Rapids - MVP #3: 1 TP (Dww)
De Anza Force S.C. - MVP #4: 1 CP (wWW)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday March 21st, 2021 - 09:15:49 AM GMT
Sunday Update and James

James,  I will take the Poll predictions from the senior or youth team - it's just occasionally I can't put a senior team to the junior so I have to look it up.  It's an age thing.... :-)

4 teams for today missing so far although there is still near 6 hours to go... CHA, CLB, MIA, SJ.

My Poll update will have to wait till after 6pm tonight, along with next week's game - having to socially distance visit my sister, not be back till 5pm. This last week has been our best weather yet, sun every day - if at times a breeze bringing the temperature down a bit. 

 
James White
Kansas City Wizards


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
568 - 221 - 389 (0.576)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Saturday March 20th, 2021 - 09:19:34 PM GMT
KC orders

In early this week Dave , just a warning so you don't get a shock when you do the Sunday morning update and find we have lineups in already. Instead of the usual 5 minutes before kick off !!

Also did predictions but used the wrong account if they need to be voided so be it.

Reason for the early orders is there is a big game tomorrow , strange one as usually its hitting before now but not feeling a thing yet.

Bigger issues this week in Scottish Football and the fact the league is finished are contributing factors , but I'm sure at KO tomorrow the stomach will be churning again . . .

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday March 18th, 2021 - 09:48:47 AM GMT
Poll Match for Next Sunday

Sorry, lads - was sure I had posted the correct game. Please put in your forecasts from now as proper game is up nbow. As said I have scores for Al and Alon, but not sure if they were for this game or last weeks. I have kept them, let me know if you want these ones or just put in others. One way or another, you will have scores in for Sunday.

Al, you have 0-0 and 1-1. Alon you have 1-0 and 2-1

 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday March 18th, 2021 - 09:30:20 AM GMT
Andrew and OOPS!

Thanks for that, Andrew, as I can't vote myself I didn't notice the game I planned wasn't being shown. 
Will be sorted immediately - Al and Alon put in scores - lads, I'll keep them for you if you wish or perhaps you can put them in again, knowing the game change.

 
Andrew Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday March 17th, 2021 - 07:00:31 PM GMT
Poll update

I'm still seeing the old poll on my front page, so instead of doing the helpful thing and sending David a quick note I'll go ahead an post my prediction here:

12-12 draw, with both teams only playing two elderly DF and a OOP GK 

(Disclaimer: actual poll vote may or may not reflect what is posted on this blog)

 

 

But, really, not sure if that's an error on my end or it just hasn't been posted yet. Still rather freshly back, so apolpgies if I'm just too early for the poll and/or missing something obvious. Thanks for the hard work keeping everything running smoothly, David!

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday March 17th, 2021 - 06:02:28 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 27:
Houston Dynamo - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (DWw)
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #4: 1 CP (Wdw)
Miami FC - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWw)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday March 17th, 2021 - 01:23:36 PM GMT
Wednesday Update

Only CHI to log in for tonight's games.- important for some more than others. 

Reviews will be on by 7-30pm TONIGHT - I will cover for Simon - he is apparently working harder now than before Covid - lucky him!! :-)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday March 15th, 2021 - 10:58:46 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 15th March....:
MIA(20) NY(25) PHI(30) SJ(25) SEA(50)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday March 15th, 2021 - 10:53:21 AM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 15th March....:
POR(70) SEA(90)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday March 14th, 2021 - 03:16:47 PM GMT
Poll Update

Gents, I certainly can pick them.. Today's game had only 2 managers guessing the winner, and neither got the half time nor full time correct but will collect 30k - the rest 10k to start the 2nd half of your Poll earnings list. PS A full house today - always good to see that. Cheers.

Next Sunday's game is a relegation crucial match - fill yer boots:

D.C. United v Columbus Crew

 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday March 14th, 2021 - 03:02:11 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 26:
Langley F.C. - MVP #4: 1 CP (wWw)
Daniel Island S.A. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wDW)
Colorado Ice White - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WDW)
Portland Timbers - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dwW)
Chicago Fire - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWW)
Columbus Crew - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (DWw)
Columbus Rebels - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
Gananda Bandits S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wDW)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday March 14th, 2021 - 11:12:09 AM GMT
Sunday Update

5 teams still to post team lines and kick off is 4 hours away. SJ, KC, CHA, CHI, and NE.

Anybody have a problem just let me know - I know it is Mummy's Day, but takes no time to put a line in. Actually I had forgotten - and mine's only went in 15 minutes ago.. Oops!

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday March 13th, 2021 - 10:15:44 PM GMT
Pants on Fire.

You are 110 Captain...don't try and hoodwink us! 

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday March 13th, 2021 - 04:52:39 PM GMT
Pants on Fire.

You are 110 Captain...don't try and hoodwink us! 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday March 13th, 2021 - 01:44:35 PM GMT
Simon

Sorry is not needed - this is a game. Work and life are more important. Just because I am retired and 109 years old just means I have a little extra time to help out. Just let me know (like you did Thursday) if you have a problem. Will confess, if you know you might have a problem, then sometime Wednesday would be better and I would just get on to it sooner. 

This of course anybody reads what we put in..... :-)

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Saturday March 13th, 2021 - 01:27:58 PM GMT
My apologies

but work is more chaotic as normal.

Speech Act Apologies

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Saturday March 13th, 2021 - 11:40:08 AM GMT
Trade: HOU - MIN

HOU sends 100k to MIN for 1 TP

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday March 13th, 2021 - 10:50:00 AM GMT
Al; Sellers Cup Reviews

Simon working again this week and told me Thursday night he couldn't manage a review, but I was very busy yesterday and forgot. This morning I have put something together on the front page from last Wednesday's games. Reviews will be done more quickly in future - I shall keep a eye on them...

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday March 13th, 2021 - 10:28:51 AM GMT
Brown envelopes

Bill, is that what you are doing wrong, or not doing at all?? :-)

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday March 13th, 2021 - 09:58:21 AM GMT
Brown envelope

I thought this was how you got a trophy named after you in the first place? 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday March 13th, 2021 - 09:31:06 AM GMT
Now you are talking 🤓🤓

Al, you mean apart from the brown envelopes I occasionally get from you.. oops, did I say something I shouldn't? 😷😷💰💰

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Friday March 12th, 2021 - 01:00:11 AM GMT
THE AL SELLERS CUP!

Steve Turner did the right thing and let our team win our first match in the Al Sellers Cup.

WILL Phil McIntosh do the right thing like Steve did?  (somehow I don't think so)...

Commish David: Should I get an extra "match bonus" or something that would help my team in this competition?  Is there someone that could code that for you?

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday March 10th, 2021 - 09:04:50 PM GMT
Al Sellers Cup

I know that every game is on neitral grounds, but I always felt the first named team was technically a Home team.

Not really a spoiler alewrt, but that theory doesn't hold much watewr when you see tonight's scores. NO draws, 2 "home" wins and 10 "away" wins. MMM

Bad news is 2 lads missed purtting team lines in - one still won, whilst the other lost.  

Tables are under Tables on the front page, - we move on to the weekend... :-)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday March 10th, 2021 - 06:01:35 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 25:
Real Salt Lake - MVP #5: 25k (wWW)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday March 10th, 2021 - 10:37:14 AM GMT
Wednesday Update

Only 3 teams still to put a team line in:  KC, DAL, NE.

First set of games in the new format for the Al Sellers Cup. We give it a try for this season, I will always be open for different ways to play competitions. Democracy rules here !!

PS Andy is now back to Andrew - welcome back young man - everybody here is a young man to me - even Robin!! :-)

Good luck all...

 
Andy Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Tuesday March 9th, 2021 - 01:10:37 PM GMT
Works for me!

No issues at all with that. Happy to switch to consolidate the records to the name with the longer history.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday March 8th, 2021 - 09:46:14 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 8th February....:
MIA(60) PHI(50) SJ(125)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday March 8th, 2021 - 08:18:03 PM GMT
Andy aka Andrew

NSA is Olmec's way of saying "don't think your team is THAT good".

I notice you have a load of games as Andrew so I'd be of a mind to change you back there if you agreed. Definitely up to you..🤔🤔

 
Andy Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Monday March 8th, 2021 - 05:08:24 PM GMT
MSA + Naming

Ah, the wonderful time of year where your squad becomes suddenly terrible. I sure picked the right time to rejoin and get my hopes up before MSA cuts me back down to size.

 

Speaking of my OASL return, I've noticed that due to Andy/Andrew differences in my name, the coaching record now has two versions of both my senior record and youth squad record. I don't mind either way, but is it better for me to return to "Andrew" to keep my record generally in one place, or leave them split out as is? If there's a more elegant solution to merge the two, even better, but thought I would mention it in case it needs fixing. No changes needed if everyone is fine with how it is!

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday March 8th, 2021 - 10:35:08 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 8th March....:
MIA(20) PHI(40) SJ(35) SEA(40) VAN(10)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday March 7th, 2021 - 04:51:12 PM GMT
Update

Don't ask, but I missed out a 30k payout for LA - their total is 180k, and has been corrected. Enjoy!!

PLEASE note that all teams are playing this Wednesday in the Al Sellers Cup group games.....(and for the next 2 Wednesdays as well).

Quarter Finals   Winners of each group plus the 2 best 2nd placed teams reach the Quarter Finals.
Draw    
Winner 1 v     Runner up (from in order Group 4,5,6,2,3)
Winner 2 v     Winner 3
Winner 4 v     Winner 5
Winner 6 v     Runner up (from in order Group 1,2,3,4,5)

All teams not reaching the last 8 will play for the Al Sellers Plate which will be drawn after the group games.

Welcome to the 2nd half of the season..

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday March 7th, 2021 - 04:38:50 PM GMT
Poll Match Earnings

The following teams receive Poll Match Earnings through 7th March per Mid season Poll payouts....:
ATL(270) CAR(260) CHA(50) CHI(30) CHV(190) COL(150) CLB(90) DC(70) DAL(280) HOU(150) KC(10) LA(180) MIA(210) MIN(220) MON(160) NE(50) NY(280) PHI(350) RSL(160) ROC(20) SJ(330) SEA(240)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday March 7th, 2021 - 04:25:20 PM GMT
Awards

The following teams receive Awards through 7th March....Half payment for full season League and Cup Reviews:
MIA(150) PHI(250)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday March 7th, 2021 - 04:20:09 PM GMT
Poll Update etc

Gents, today 8 of the 14 managers got the result correct, and one of the 8, HOU got the full time score as well. Missing by a goal for the half time result, but Stephen picks up 50k, whilst the other 7 lads get 30k - the remaining 6 receive 10k.

Later on I will hand out the Poll monies won to date - the total is 3430k, averaging out at about 286k per week.

NEXT WEEK's GAME IS:

FC Dallas v Colorado Rapids.

Below is the table and results - figure on the right is your prize..

TEAM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 MSA
  SJ/COL MON/NE CHV/ATL MIN/HOU MON/RSL CCK/RF COL/HOU SEA/SJ MON/LAG CAR/NY MTS/FRR KC/NY  
ATL 30 10 50 30 10 50 30 30 10 10 10   270
CAR 10 50 10 30 30 10 30 30 10 10 30 10 260
CHA     10     10     10 10 10   50
CHI     30                   30
CHV 30 10 10   10 10 30 50 10 10 10 10 190
COL 10 10   50 10 10 30 10   10   10 150
CLB   10           30 30 10   10 90
DAL 10 10   30 10 50 30 50 10   50 30 280
DC   10 10 30 10         10     70
HOU 10     30 10   10 10 10 10 10 50 150
KC 10                       10
LA 10 10 80 30 10       10     30 150
MIA 50 10 50 30   10 10 10 30 10     210
MIN 10 10   30 10   30 30 10 10 50 30 220
MON 30 10     10 30   30 30 10   10 160
NE 10     30           10     50
NY 10 10 30 30 10 10 30 30 30 10 50 30 280
PHI 10 10 50 30 30 10 10 10 30 80 50 30 350
POR                         0
ROC                 10   10   20
RSL 10 10 10 30 10 30 10 10 10 10 10 10 160
SAN 30 10 50 80 10 30 30 10 30 10 10 30 330
SEA 10 10       10 10 10 30 50 80 30 240
VAN                         0
  290 200 390 490 180 270 290 350 310 280 380 320 3430

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday March 7th, 2021 - 03:02:11 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 24:
Texas Dutch Lions - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWD)
Miami FC - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wwW)
New York Red Bulls - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWd)
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #5: 25k (WwD)
Savannah Celtic FC - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (dWW)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday March 7th, 2021 - 10:34:23 AM GMT
Sunday Update

Only 4 clubs outstanding for today's games but they tend to be the same ones each Sunday, so am fairly confident of a full house.

Sometime this evening I will put in MSA - you have been warned (bet nobody notices..😂😂).

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Saturday March 6th, 2021 - 04:55:04 PM GMT
Need an Eye Test ?

look at this

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cornwall-56286719

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Thursday March 4th, 2021 - 08:45:08 PM GMT
Cup review posted

My apologies for the delay. My favourite club had to play the semi finals yesterday evening against Ajax....of course we did not win, but the whole day looking forward to the game with my son was exciting as well.

Hope you enjoyed the cup reviews. Maybe my contract will be extended for the next cup rounds.

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday March 4th, 2021 - 10:44:04 AM GMT
MSA

Gents, just to say that MSA (Mid Season Aging) will be inflicted sometime on Sunday evening - you have been warned. Retire lads before kick off Sunday if you wish subject to Rules of course. 

It will be the halfway point in the league, and with 1 major trophy played for. 

On Monday morning I will pay out participation cash, then will pay out Poll winnings up till then (some teams have scored well here...) plus half pay for the League and Cup Reviewers.

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday March 3rd, 2021 - 08:29:33 PM GMT
Wednesday Review

I will leave the Cup Final and 3rd/4th place matches to Simon, but just to say that the 4 teams in these 2 games are 4 different teams from last season's Dave Dowson Shield last 4 teams.

The Youth section games are complete now and tables and results plus Quarter Final draw (as per rules)are listed way down the Front Page.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday March 3rd, 2021 - 06:01:39 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 23:
North Sound Seawolves - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wdW)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday March 3rd, 2021 - 10:37:29 AM GMT
CUP FINAL DAY

This evening sees the first of the major competitions completed - the Dave Dowson Shield.

Minnesota Thunder (Alon Atie)  v  Montreal Impacts (Mark Creasey)                                             

MIN     Section Totals Played 10  W7 D1 L2 

MON   Section Totals Played  10  W7 D4 L0

Quarter Finals:  Minnesota Thunder 2-0 New York Red Bulls, Montreal Impacts 5-2 Kansas City Wizards

Semi Finals:  Minnesota Thunder 2-1 Chivas USA, Montreal Impacts 1-1 San Jose Earthquakes (MON 3-1 pens)

FINAL at 6pm, PLUS 3rd/4th place playoff  between Chivas USA and San Jose Earthquakes.

PLUS the last group games in the Youth Cup to decide the Quarter Finalists.

B-I-G  N-I-G-H-T

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Tuesday March 2nd, 2021 - 03:57:20 PM GMT
Transfer at Philadelphia

MF Valon Berisha has left Philadelphia and gone to NY in exchange for SW Big Twinny Gav and DF The Boxer,we have a few uneasy players in the camp after our poor start to the season and Valon was delighted when NY made the approach as he felt NY would we up there fighting for the silverware,they usually are and I don't see this season being any different, especially with the league in the last couple of games.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Tuesday March 2nd, 2021 - 11:43:23 AM GMT
Trade: NY - PHI

NY sends Big Twinny Gav (4/25 SW), The Boxer (4/22 DF) to PHI for Valon Berisha (3/26 MF)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday March 1st, 2021 - 08:40:03 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 1st March....:
DAL(20) NY(10) PHI(50) SJ(40) SEA(50)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday February 28th, 2021 - 04:54:53 PM GMT
Trade: NY - CHA

NY sends Ludovic Lamine Sane (4/21 DF), Anthony Fontana (5/22 FW) to CHA for 2 CP, The Defender (6/18 DF), Kevin De Bruyne (4/15 MF)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday February 28th, 2021 - 04:37:33 PM GMT
Wednesday games

Gents,  remember not only is it the Dave Dowson Shield FINAL, but there is also the 3rd and 4th place playoff. Not many kudos for getting 3rd over 4th except a difference in cash payout.

PLUS it is the final set of group games for the Youth Cup. Winners of each of the 8 sections go to the Quarter Finals.  So most of you will have 1 game at least and a few will be on 2 games..

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday February 28th, 2021 - 04:34:13 PM GMT
Poll Match update plus

Gents,  Paying out 380k this week with 1 lad getting the full 80k for being spot on. Step forward Andy @ Seattle - just in the door and there you go...      A further 4 managers getting 50k for just missing out on 1 scoreline, and 1 more for being correct with the result, but not getting any of the scorelines right. And 7 more gents earning the basic 10k which ALL adds up 1 week today at MSA when you get your Poll earnings to date.

Next week's game will be:

Kansas City Chiefs v New York Red Bulls

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday February 28th, 2021 - 03:02:13 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 22:
KC Athletics - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wwD)
Washington Diplomats - MVP #3: 1 TP (WWd)
De Anza Force S.C. - MVP #3: 1 TP (wdW)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday February 28th, 2021 - 10:27:27 AM GMT
Sunday Update

Good morning lads, only CHI and KC to put team lines in (and 4 youth lineups to go in too) so looking at pretty much a full house.

And remember the Poll match. Only today and next Sunday to go before I post half way earnings to all (plus half the money due to the Cup and League match reviewers.

Now to look for next week's Poll match - good luck to all.

 
Andy Foss-Grant Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Saturday February 27th, 2021 - 12:21:16 AM GMT
Thanks!

Thanks for the warm welcome, Bill, Rob, and David!

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Friday February 26th, 2021 - 01:12:43 AM GMT
Welcome

Hi Andy

Welcome (back) to Olmec goodness.
I'm new round here myself but it seems you're a returnee.
Good luck for the season ahead.

Cheers
David

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Thursday February 25th, 2021 - 10:09:02 PM GMT
Welcome Andy

Welcome Andy

Hope you enjoy your time here 

 

 

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Thursday February 25th, 2021 - 02:02:55 PM GMT
Welcome Andy.

Great to have you back with us! 

 
Andy Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Thursday February 25th, 2021 - 12:48:37 PM GMT
Thanks David!

Very helpful and in-depth responses. That's all crystal clear now.

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday February 25th, 2021 - 11:28:46 AM GMT
Reviews

I enjoy reading the reviews put in by Rob for the league - guess it can be a little boring for him if tactics etc are pretty much the same all over. Can be enterprising trying to find something different (give me 3 sending offs..I hear him shout!! 🥳🥳).

But I have to compliment Simon on last nights reviews of the Dave Dowson Shield Semi Finals. I am sitting in my car outside Tesco's and have been well entertained by his comments. No spoilers here, just to say both lads are earning their money well. Final and 3rd/4th place playoff games are next Wednesday.

The midweek following - session 25 - will be the start of the Al Sellers cup group games  - more on them later once I've had a chance to schedule the competition.. 🤓🤓

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday February 25th, 2021 - 10:36:00 AM GMT
Andy's Questions and one more...

The "one more" is easy - the youth scores and tables are on the front page - put them there last night but forgot to mention it..

Now, Andy - thanks for the questions - always better to ask them here - you earn participation cash for yourself and anybody that answers - except me, as I can't earn cash.  :-(

Answers to your queries.

Youth TP does carry over to following seasons. I'd only step in if a team used little or no TPs in a season and suddenly found they had around 90-100 at the start of the following season start. Youth teams get 22 league games plus 2 cup games minimum. 24 x a max of 4 = 96. But using 4 per every game will result in very little cash going over to your senior team in the close season. (Currently half your youth balance goes over).

Youth Cup groups are decided on Points, goal difference, higher goals scored in that order. As said before, only 1 section can possibly have 2 teams exactly tied after next Wednesday - it looks like teams with only 2 games to play could regularly tie and cause playoffs but it hasn't happened in my time yet...

Tactics - never known it to happen but I would think the first tactic would come in and be replaced immediately by the 2nd one.  A tip..  If you put in at half time if Winning (>= 1 etc) then B, or if you put in at half time (or anytime) if Losing (<= -1) then P. That way use a "reason" for changing tactics - server understands these - whichever situation it sees at the time you want to change, then it slips into that tactic.

TPs are not in the auctions. You get 30 at the start and will receive your 4 x age 0 lads (aged to age 1 for the start of the following season). If you wish to keep and train all 4 then yes, you will need to consider buying in 10 extra TPs - but likely your youth team will pass over around 1000k - remember half your youth earnings go to the senior team. Currently 623k is already a minimum SEA will receive at the season end. Alternatively you could consider selling one of your 4 lads and save on the cash.

Hope this helps - no doubt if I have got something wrong someone will be on soon to tell both of us. :-)

 
Andy Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Thursday February 25th, 2021 - 02:14:15 AM GMT
A Few Questions

Upon re-reading the rules, I wanted to make sure I understood a few details. No real rush on getting answers to these and apologies for the rust!

  • Youth team TP carry over, no matter how many remain? So, if you have 0, 5, or 40 left at the end of the season you would start the next with 60, 65, or 100? Just making sure I interpreted the combination of no TP limit for youth squads + TP/CP carry over seasons correctly
  • Youth cup group tie breakers are goal difference and then total goals scored?
  • In case of contradicting orders, the system reads from top down? So, if I put an order to change to ball control at half-time but also put in an order to change to press at half-time, the system will just take the topmost of the two?
  • From the blog archive I understand that TP are not in the auctions. So, the default 'minimum' for savings needed during the offseason is now around 2500k to purchase 30 CP + 10 TP on top?

Thanks!

 
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Wednesday February 24th, 2021 - 06:01:31 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 21:
Laredo Heat - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWW)
Los Angeles Blues - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wDW)
Carson City Kickers - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)
Langley F.C. - MVP #3: 1 TP (wdW)
Montreal Impact - MVP #5: 25k (dWW)

 
Commissioner
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Wednesday February 24th, 2021 - 04:13:00 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 24th February....:
ATL(60)

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday February 24th, 2021 - 01:12:14 PM GMT
Tonight’s games

Order's are in. 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday February 24th, 2021 - 09:18:37 AM GMT
Matchday Update

So far 5 youth teams plus 1 Semi Finalist in the DD Shield still have to sheet for the 6pm kick off, but most if not all will have by then.  Good luck to all - and glad to have you aboard, Andy..

 
Andy Foss-Grant
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Tuesday February 23rd, 2021 - 10:14:55 PM GMT
Good to be back

Thanks for the warm welcome, David.

Looking forward to a new spell running Seattle here, even if some serious work is needed to bring them up the ladder.  Funny enough, I was first introduced to the SOS leagues by Atlanta manager Bryce during our days of going to Sounders matches together a decade ago, so it will be fitting to take them over here in OASL. 

I remember most of the faces here from my previous stints at Real Salt Lake and Portland, along with a couple seasons running St. Mirren over in SESL.  Looking forward to many renewed battles with all of you in the seasons to come.  Thanks for having me back!

P.S. Not sure if my manager picture has updated, but now thinking about it I will need to go find one that involves a Seattle Sounders jersey or shirt...

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Tuesday February 23rd, 2021 - 06:42:36 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 23rd February....:
DAL(60)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday February 23rd, 2021 - 06:36:38 PM GMT
New Kid on the Block

Gents, some, probably most of you, will remember Andy Foss-Grant from SESL/OASL (and ODFL - my teeth cutting set up).

Well, Andy is joining us as of 7pm tonight and will take over Seattle Sounders and North Sound Seawolves - BOY, has he got a job in hand.... But he knows it, so please make him welcome..

AND should you wish to send me any IN BOX messages, REMEMBER top send them to REB (Columbus Rebels) as Al has graciously agreed to give them up so I can operate the set up from there.

SO, IN BOX MESSAGES TO REB as of now, please. Thanks. 

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Tuesday February 23rd, 2021 - 10:29:23 AM GMT
MIDWEEK GAMES

Gents, please remember that besides the Dave Dowson Shield Semi Finals there are 8 youth Cup section games. Matches play at 6pm tomorrow.. 

 
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Commissioner


 

Monday February 22nd, 2021 - 10:34:56 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 22nd February....:
CHV(10) DAL(50) NE(20) NY(25) SJ(25) SEA(40)

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Sunday February 21st, 2021 - 06:48:53 PM GMT
Mark and donations

I support David's words. Mark gives thousands of hours a year to keep our three leagues going and outlays plenty dosh. ££££. Unlike Neil Lennon he does not whine and try blaming it all on Nicola Sturgeon. Mark takes responsibility for the leagues and takes the workload and £££ outlay on the chin. 😂 Mark deserves us all to somehow compensate him for his but only if you want to and can. 
 

Peace. X

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Sunday February 21st, 2021 - 06:18:58 PM GMT
Poll Update plus Poll Match

Thanks lads - 18 of you took part this week and I will be adding a total of 290k to various teams account.

One lad won the full 80k, step forward Rob Lye, and I have to boast that I got 50k this week, but that overall only 2 teams got the correct result. Only Rob got the full and half time as well, I got the half time only.

Half way monies will be paid out on 7th March - MSA Day - sometime in the evening....

Next week's match will be a youth division 3 game between Mount Tabor S.C. v Fall River Rovers

 

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Sunday February 21st, 2021 - 09:40:05 AM GMT
Sunday Update

A beautiful day here in sunny and warm Fife (darn it, the Climate change people will be out today - where were they last week when we were knee deep in white stuff?) :-)

Anyway it is Sunday and only 4 teams (CHA, CHI, MIN, and SJ) to put lines in, so hoping for a full house. Good luck today to all (well, nearly all, I mean, I have a game to prepare for too!)  Have a good day!!

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday February 20th, 2021 - 10:27:04 PM GMT
Mark and donations

I support David's words. Mark gives thousands of hours a year to keep our three leagues going and outlays plenty dosh. ££££. Unlike Neil Lennon he does not whine and try blaming it all on Nicola Sturgeon. Mark takes responsibility for the leagues and takes the workload and £££ outlay on the chin. 😂 Mark deserves us all to somehow compensate him for his but only if you want to and can. 
 

Peace. X

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Saturday February 20th, 2021 - 11:21:20 AM GMT
Mark's Contribution

Gents, I don't apologise for copying Mark's message from SESL over to OASL, in which he is looking for donations to the running of the various sites. I copied over his front page message over to our front page, minus the Paypal picture which came out HUGE on my page... :-)

Of course many of you will likely contribute via SESL or SFLSL, but for the lads who play here it is an opportunity to thank Mark for the work he does (and to offset his server costs - £800 per year to run all 3 sites.

Please read the blurb on any of the sites and do what you can - of course it is NOT obligatory to pay anything and nobody will be named if they pay nothing, just that we get lots of fun playing the games (look,  I play Seattle and NSS - and even I get fun...!!). Thanks in advance!!

 

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Wednesday February 17th, 2021 - 06:59:48 PM GMT
Wednesday Update

Gents, Youth Cup scores and section tables are on front page in column 4. Quickest I could make it.

Also in 5 minutes I will have scheduled the Semi Finals of the Dave Dowson Cup due to be played next Wednesday - check out the games played today....

 
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Commissioner


 

Wednesday February 17th, 2021 - 06:01:44 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 19:
Texas Dutch Lions - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)
Montreal Olympique - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWd)
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #4: 1 CP (WWD)

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Monday February 15th, 2021 - 04:37:38 PM GMT
CCK Poll match entry..

What entry......?        :-)

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Monday February 15th, 2021 - 04:09:55 PM GMT
Match Poll

David, 

Please ignore my CCK entry to the match poll. 

Thanks

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday February 15th, 2021 - 10:51:51 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 15th February....:
CHV(15) DAL(50) PHI(50) SJ(30) SEA(50)

 
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Commissioner


 

Sunday February 14th, 2021 - 03:38:04 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 14th February....:
CAR(55) DAL(35) NY(35)

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Sunday February 14th, 2021 - 03:31:22 PM GMT
Poll Update etc

Thanks for a full house today lads, and I have to say I am paying out 310k into various team's bank accounts for today's Poll game.

NOBODY got 80k or 50k but 7 managers got the forecast correct and gained 30k each, and 10 gained 10k each for entering.

Next weeks game will be:

Carolina Railhawks v New York Red Bulls..

PLEASE remember that 16 of you have a youth game this Wednesday (first of the Youth Cup section games), and the Quarter Finals of the Dave Dowson Shield get played as well - thanks.

 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday February 14th, 2021 - 03:02:20 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 18:
Langley F.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
Fall River Rovers - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wDw)
Montreal Impact - MVP #4: 1 CP (Www)
Real Salt Lake - MVP #4: 1 CP (Wwd)
Rochester Rhinos - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWD)
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #4: 1 CP (wwW)
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #3: 1 TP (WWw)
Philadelphia Union - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)
Washington Diplomats - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (Wdw)

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Sunday February 14th, 2021 - 11:25:19 AM GMT
Sunday Update

It's Sunday again and just 3 teams to sheet for this afternoon's games.  Hoping for a full house and a barrow full of goals. We don't seem to score many here, but one day....   :-)

Good luck to all...

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Thursday February 11th, 2021 - 10:28:48 AM GMT
Dave Dowson Shield Update

Last night saw the last of the section games and congratulations to the 8 teams who now qualify for the Quarter Finals.

Draw as per rules is as follows:

  Dave Dowson Shield      
  Quarter Final lineups    
         
Section A Winners Carolina Railhawks v Chivas USA Section B RU
Section B Winners FC Dallas v San Jose Earthquakes Section A RU
Section C Winners Minnesota Thunder v New York Red Bulls Section D RU
Section D Winners Montreal Impacts v Kansas City Wizards Section C RU

Games are due next Wednesday, along with the first set of Youth matches: 

I will schedule these matches today sometime....

Section A    
Mount Tabor S.C. v Colorado Ice White
Section B    
KC Athletics v Texas Dutch Lions
Section C    
Windy City Pride v Daniel Island S.A.
Section D    
Los Angeles Blues v Golden Gophers
Section E    
De Anza Force S.C. v Gananda Bandits S.C.
Section F    
New Bedford Whalers v Columbus Rebels
Section G    
Montreal Olympique v Red Force FC
Section H    
Langley F.C. v Savannah Celtic FC

 
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Wednesday February 10th, 2021 - 06:01:46 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 17:
FC Dallas - MVP #3: 1 TP (WWw)

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Wednesday February 10th, 2021 - 10:32:57 AM GMT
Wednesday Update

Today is the last round of group games in the DD Shield and so shortly after 7pm (I like to watch the news) the Quarter Finals lineup will be announced on the Blog and a SPOILER. 

4 teams still to sheet for tonight, remember even if your team (like mine) has no chance of progressing, it is still an opportunity to rest players and train as well, so hopefully we will have a 100% turnout - thanks in advance.  

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Monday February 8th, 2021 - 08:11:03 PM GMT
Poll match earnings

The first half get posted to accounts on MSA day - the final part gets paid before the end of the season. 💶💶 

 

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Monday February 8th, 2021 - 03:01:01 PM GMT
Poll Match Review

Where do the winnings from the Poll Matches get added?

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Monday February 8th, 2021 - 10:17:30 AM GMT
Rob plus

That's fine Rob - if you had wanted to keep your selection quieter you could have in boxed or emailed me. :-)

Plus Bill, I have changed your OTF win to +3  OTF and deleted your cracking 9,3 SW...  This week I didn't have to be reminded - phew!!

 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday February 8th, 2021 - 10:15:03 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 8th February....:
DAL(50) PHI(50) SJ(30) SEA(50) VAN(25)

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Sunday February 7th, 2021 - 08:14:21 PM GMT
Poll match

Sorry david ,hit the button too soon 

 

Montreal Half- time 1-0   Full-time 2-1 

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Sunday February 7th, 2021 - 03:26:29 PM GMT
Poll Match Review

350k paid out today, with 2 managers getting 50k, 6 more on 30k and the remaining 7 on 10k each. Nobody getting the full set of scores, but good money being earned though.

Next weekend''s Poll match is already up and is:

Montreal Impact v Los Angeles Galaxy - good hunting!!

 
Commissioner
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Sunday February 7th, 2021 - 03:01:48 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 16:
Mount Tabor S.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
De Anza Force S.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWw)

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Sunday February 7th, 2021 - 10:25:19 AM GMT
Sunday Update

5 teams to post team lines as I write. Actually one is mine but I am just going in to do it, so make that 4.

Some good games coming up today - check them out - and of couse remember there is up to 80k to be won by everyone who takes part in the Poll match.  Up till now only Lewis @ LA and Andy @ SJ have won 80k but I have paid out quite a few 50 and 30ks, so be in it to win it...

Good luck today....

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Saturday February 6th, 2021 - 02:53:51 PM GMT
Cup Draw Participation

The following teams receive Cup Draw Participation through Al Sellers Cup Draw....:
CAR(25) MON(25)

 
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Saturday February 6th, 2021 - 02:53:11 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 6th February....:
DAL(25)

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Saturday February 6th, 2021 - 02:52:05 PM GMT
Al Sellers Cup Draw

Thanks to Jason (who randomised the teams numbers and Mark who made the draws (independent of each other..) here is the draw for the Al Sellers Cup:

Numbers  
(drawn by Al Sellers Cup
Jason)  
   
21 D.C. United
8 San Jose Earthquakes
3 Colorado Rapids
17 Atlanta Silverbacks
14 Portland Timbers
15 Carolina Railhawks
19 FC Dallas
22 Vancouver Whitecaps
20 Philadephia Union
7 Rochester Rhinos
1 Chivas USA
13 Columbus Crew
9 Charleston Battery
11 Real Salt Lake
5 Kansas City Wizards
12 Minnesota Thunder
6 Miami FC
4 New England Revolution
16 Houston Dynamos
2 Los Angeles Galaxy
10 Seattle Sounders
18 New York Red Bulls
24 Chicago Fire
23 Montreal Impact

 

 

Numbers   
(drawn by  
Mark)  
   
Section A   
21 D.C. United
16 Houston Dynamos
12 Minnesota Thunder
5 Kansas City Wizards
   
Section B  
10 Seattle Sounders
3 San Jose Earthquakes
9 Charleston Battery
19 FC Dallas
   
Section C  
22 Vancouver Whitecaps
2 Los Angeles Galaxy
15 Carolina Railhawks
6 Miami FC
   
Section D  
24 Chicago Fire
7 Rochester Rhinos
13 Columbus Crew
4 New England Revolution
   
Section E  
8 San Jose Earthquakes
20 Philadephia Union
18 New York Red Bulls
14 Portland Timbers
   
Section F  
1 Chivas USA
23 Montreal Impact
17 Atlanta Silverbacks
11 Real Salt Lake

 

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Saturday February 6th, 2021 - 09:10:52 AM GMT
Plus one

Al Sellers Cup - what I forgot to say is that the Quarter Finals and Semi Finals will be played on a home and away basis, the Final will be a 1 game affair. Apologies for missing it out last message - waiting for a joiner for an emergency, so not thinking straight. :-)

It is all in the Rules.

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Saturday February 6th, 2021 - 09:06:18 AM GMT
Al Sellers Cup Group Draw etc

Gents, as you know the above Cup will be drawn into 6 sections of 4 teams each. All games will be on neitral grounds and each team will play the other 3 teams in their group ONCE only. Top teams in the sections (6) will be joined by the BEST 2nd placed place teams - ie doesn't matter if a 3rd place team in a section is better than the other 2nd place teams, the last 2 places will be filled by 2nd place teams with the highest points, goal difference, highest goals scored. If there is still a tie for one of these 2 places, a play off. (Not down to a coin toss yet..!! :-)

In advance of Mark and Jason giving me their randomising of the teams and an actual draw, I am saying the Quarter Finals will be as follows:

1)  Winner of section A  v Runner up from section D, E, F, B, C (in that order)

2)  Winner of section B  v Winner of Section C

3)  Winner of Section D  v Winner of Section E

4)  Winner of Section F  v Runner up from section A, B, C, D, E (in that order)

Semi Finals will be W1 v W2 and W3 v W4

eg if runners up come from say C and B, then RU E will be in the first tie and RU C will be in the last tie. Trying to keep runnersup meeting their section winner till the Final if possible. 

Clear as mud? Don't worry - it will all work out - and I will post the draw when I marry up the 2 lads sheets.

Games are due after the MSA - sessions 25, 27, 29 - MSA is after session 24.

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Friday February 5th, 2021 - 10:00:35 AM GMT
Simon

Got to say thanks to Simon and Rob for their reviews. Both put them up within a day of the games so they are "live" to us mere mortals. 👍👍

 
David Blair
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Thursday February 4th, 2021 - 11:28:39 AM GMT
Dave Dowson Shield

Okay, we, at Seattle, are out of the reckoning, as are a few others. But with only 1 game left we do have 4 definite qualifiers for the Quarter Finals, with 11 teams definitely NOT going to figure in the playoff games.

We have another team (Carolina) who has qualified but still don't know if they will feature as section winner or runner up.

As the Quarter and Semi Final matches draw is in stone I can reveal that Carolina or San Jose will play Chivas USA,  Dallas will play Carolina, San Jose or Colorado (RU in section A), Minnesota will play New York or Chicago or Los Angeles, and Montreal will play Kansas or Real Salt Lake or Miami.  Clear as mud, eh?

All to be revealed at 6-02pm next Wednesday....

Semi Finals will be winner of the 1st game mentioned v winner of the 3rd game, and guess what? Correct, winner of game 2 v winner of game 4.

 
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Wednesday February 3rd, 2021 - 06:01:24 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 15:
Montreal Impact - MVP #3: 1 TP (WWd)
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWw)
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #3: 1 TP (WWw)

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Wednesday February 3rd, 2021 - 11:23:16 AM GMT
Wednesday Update

Only 3 teams to put lines in for tonight as the last but one set of games are played in the Dave Dowson Shield sections.

Today I will schedule the youth Cup section matches, they are to be played in Sessioins 19,21,23 - same evenings as the DD Shield Quarter Finals, Semi Finals and Final. 

Good luck tonight and stay safe ... 

 
Commissioner
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Monday February 1st, 2021 - 02:22:06 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 1st February....:
DAL(50) MIN(20) PHI(50) SJ(30) SEA(30)

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Sunday January 31st, 2021 - 03:48:01 PM GMT
[SPOILER] POLL Update

Right gents, all I will say was I was looking good for the Poll game till Coker got his red card - then it went all wrong.

8 of you got the correct forecast, but NOBODY got the correct half time or full time.

So I pay out 8 x 30k plus 5 x 10k for today = 290k.

Next week's game will be:

Seattle Sounders v San Jose Earthquakes - fill yer boots with that one...:-)

 
Commissioner
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Sunday January 31st, 2021 - 03:01:43 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 14:
Real Salt Lake - MVP #3: 1 TP (WWw)
New York Red Bulls - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Sunday January 31st, 2021 - 10:03:41 AM GMT
Sunday Update

5 hours to kick off and 6 teams (and youth teams) still to put team lines in. Obviously still time to do it so not overly worried. None of you has the worst team in the set up - let me worry about that..  :-)

Good luck to all.. 

 

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
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Thursday January 28th, 2021 - 11:08:21 AM GMT
Couple of things, lads.

I have just discovered 4 messages in the SEA in Box - so apologies to Jason for not fixing his OTF lad into a a +3 OTF till this morning. (Thankfully it didn't affect your game too much last night.) 

I will try to make sure I am on the OTF straight after each auction from now on. 

Can players use the NSS (my youth team) for in Box messages, please? To avoid mistakes I don't even have SEA ticked as a Commish entry - only NSS. I sometimes don't see the SEA in Box but I do look at the NSS one... Thanks.

 

 
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Wednesday January 27th, 2021 - 06:01:30 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 13:
Chicago Fire - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Www)
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWW)

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
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186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Wednesday January 27th, 2021 - 10:46:41 AM GMT
Wednesday Update

Dave Dowson Cup evening today and 20 of 24 teams have their lineups in. Getting to the exciting time now as the sections look to produce the top 2 teams for the Quarter Finals.

Quarter Finals are:

1)  W1 v RU2  2) W2 v RU1 3)  W3 v RU4  4) W4 v RU3

Semi Finals will be Winner of game 1 v Winner of game 3 and Winner of game 2 v Winner of game 4, as per Rules.

 
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Wednesday January 27th, 2021 - 10:42:25 AM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 27th January....:
CHA(140)

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
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186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Tuesday January 26th, 2021 - 10:14:19 AM GMT
Youth

You are right, and the idea is to make some youth money so the senior team can get half of it in the close season. The Youth teams initially were to train up age 0 lads for their big teams, with no CPs (which takes away any idea of increasing OTF), but have a meaningful fixture list. At the beginning all 24 youth teams played a league match against each other (23 games in all) but there was no incentive to climb the table. 
The 2 divisions was to increase awareness in your wee team and create some reward for results. Hopefully we do that   👍👍

 
Alon Atie
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Tuesday January 26th, 2021 - 08:05:59 AM GMT
My Bad

Sorry for bidding with my youth team.

Didnt realise I was doing it at the time as Dave said.

 

 
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Monday January 25th, 2021 - 03:48:39 PM GMT
Trade: GOG - DAL

GOG sends 7 CP to DAL for 724k

 
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Monday January 25th, 2021 - 03:48:13 PM GMT
Trade: GOG - MIN

GOG sends Lucky (2/17 MF) to MIN for 125k

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
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Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Monday January 25th, 2021 - 03:04:14 PM GMT
Youth

You are right, and the idea is to make some youth money so the senior team can get half of it in the close season. The Youth teams initially were to train up age 0 lads for their big teams, with no CPs (which takes away any idea of increasing OTF), but have a meaningful fixture list. At the beginning all 24 youth teams played a league match against each other (23 games in all) but there was no incentive to climb the table. 
The 2 divisions was to increase awareness in your wee team and create some reward for results. Hopefully we do that   👍👍

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
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Monday January 25th, 2021 - 11:55:18 AM GMT
Auction

I literally thought it was something I'd overlooked to be honest.

Boosting youth OTF or coaching players age 2 would be pricy though. Lol

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
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186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Monday January 25th, 2021 - 10:55:34 AM GMT
2 Youth Cup Draw

Thanks to Mark for assisting in the Youth Cup Sections draw.

Teams play a game against the other 2 teams in their section - all on neutral grounds, with the top team going to the Quarter Finals. Played as W1 v W2, W3 v W4 etc down to the Final.

Games are played in sessions 19, 21, 23 and the last 8 games not until session 31.

NOW, as the computer only allows 2 Cups officially, and the Dave Dowson Shield and the Al Sellers Cup are the 2 main Cups, I plan to place the matches and the subsequent section positions onto the front page as they happen. The server will handle the sections for the other 2 Cups fine.

Draw (I randomised the numbers to the teams, and Mark drew 3 numbers to a section, resulted as follows:

7 New Bedford Whalers
2 Daniel Island S.A.
17 Fall River Rovers
20 Langley F.C.
22 Utah Surf Boys S.C.
3 Mount Tabor S.C.
23 Los Angeles Blues
24 Texas Dutch Lions
19 Carson City Kickers
18 Savannah Celtic FC
14 Roxborough Indians S.C.
5 Gananda Bandits S.C.
8 Carolina Dynamo
21 Colorado Ice White
15 Windy City Pride
6 KC Athletics
4 Red Force FC
9 Laredo Heat
1 De Anza Force S.C.
16 Montreal Olympique
13 Columbus Rebels
11 Washington Diplomats
12 Golden Gophers
10 North Sound Seawolves

 

Youth cup groups draw

3 21 9

6 24 22

15 2 11

23 12 14

1 5 17

7 13 19

16 4 10

20 18 8

Games        
Section A    
Mount Tabor S.C.  v Colorado Ice White
Laredo Heat  v Mount Tabor S.C.
Colorado Ice White  v Laredo Heat
     
     
Section B    
KC Athletics  v Texas Dutch Lions
Utah Surf Boys S.C.  v KC Athletics
Texas Dutch Lions  v Utah Surf Boys S.C.
     
Section C    
Windy City Pride  v Daniel Island S.A.
Washington Diplomats  v Windy City Pride
Daniel Island S.A.  v Washington Diplomats
     
Section D    
Los Angeles Blues  v Golden Gophers
Roxborough Indians S.C.  v Los Angeles Blues
Golden Gophers  v Roxborough Indians S.C.
     
Section E    
De Anza Force S.C.  v Gananda Bandits S.C.
Fall River Rovers   v De Anza Force S.C.
Gananda Bandits S.C.  v Fall River Rovers
     
Section F    
New Bedford Whalers  v Columbus Rebels
Carson City Kickers  v New Bedford Whalers
Columbus Rebels  v Carson City Kickers
     
Section G    
Montreal Olympique  v Red Force FC
North Sound Seawolves  v Montreal Olympique
Red Force FC  v North Sound Seawolves
     
Section H    
Langley F.C.  v Savannah Celtic FC
Carolina Dynamo  v Langley F.C.
Savannah Celtic FC  v Carolina Dynamo

 
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Monday January 25th, 2021 - 10:42:04 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 25th January....:
DAL(50) MIA(50) NY(15) PHI(50) SJ(40) SEA(50) VAN(40)

 
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Monday January 25th, 2021 - 10:37:40 AM GMT
Cup Draw Participation

The following teams receive Cup Draw Participation through 25th January as per help with Youth Cup draw....:
MON(25)

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
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Monday January 25th, 2021 - 10:36:13 AM GMT
1 Auctions

It is true Youth Teams can not enter the auctions. (Rules say no auctions for 3rd and 4th division teams - effectively youth teams.) Sometime today I will correct the entries to award the items to the next team down.

(I agree - I think Alon realised that and put them back in - he will still get one of them - the other (7CPs) will go to DAL.  These things happen - thanks for pointing it out though!! :-)

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
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Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday January 24th, 2021 - 11:24:15 PM GMT
Auction

I think Alon may have got his teams mixed up. 

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
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Sunday January 24th, 2021 - 11:19:43 PM GMT
Auction

I wasn't aware we could use both our teams to place auction bids

 
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Sunday January 24th, 2021 - 07:28:39 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 25th January....:
ATL(50) SEA(75)

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
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Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Sunday January 24th, 2021 - 07:10:17 PM GMT
Poll Match Update

Funny game this one - nobody forecast a 0-0 at full time.But 2 lads did get a half time score having predicted the correct result, so both get 50k. A further 3 lads get 30k for getting the result correct and the remainder get 10k for their efforts.

Remember you must get the coirrect result before you can earn for the HT/FT scores.  270k paid out this week.

Next week's match will be:  Colorado Rapids v Houston Dynamos   (game is on the front page now!)

 

 
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Sunday January 24th, 2021 - 03:01:56 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 12:
Langley F.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)
Vancouver Whitecaps - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Wdw)
FC Dallas - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWD)
Washington Diplomats - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)

 
David Blair
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday January 24th, 2021 - 01:38:49 PM GMT
Good one, Simon

Well researched - can't have SESL having all the stats. 👍

I noticed Colin Apricot in the list - that was a time I did my players in phases. That time it was fruit. I had players named Apricot, Manuel Banana, Lime, Orange, Apple, Strawberry etc. Then I started on old comedians, real ones, not politicians or these Twitter influencers or any nonentities like that. Then I could follow them when either they left my club or when I took over another club. Good fun all round.. 🥳🥳🥳🥳

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
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186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Sunday January 24th, 2021 - 01:32:16 PM GMT
Sunday update

Only 2 teams missing for this afternoon with less than 2 hours to go. 
I forgot to go in this morning to do the update - I blame Boris - everybody else does so why not me... 🥸🥸

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
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Saturday January 23rd, 2021 - 10:33:10 AM GMT
Thanks..Bill....some statistics...just for fun...

I saw on the other sites that we have a history under features (on the right of the screen).

Good to see an old player is the topscorer...but it also shows that if you have a potential striker that can score 100 goals...he might be a future Hall of Fame-player.

 Pl.  Player   Seasons   Clubs   APPS   GOALS   SHOTS  %
 1.  Ricky Burns  8 (11-18)  3 (DC,RSL,NY) 218 123 261 0,4713
 2.  Sinisa Ubiparipovic  9 (1-9)  1 (NY) 193 120 252 0,4762
 3.  Jeremy King  7 (10-16)  2 (SEA,CLB) 173 117 218 0,5367
 4.  Ces D'Angelo  9 (2-10)  2 (NY,LA) 196 114 253 0,4506
 5.  Len Lear  8 (13-20)  2 (NY,CHA) 227 113 214 0,5280
 6.  Severino Jefferson  9 (3-11)  2 (MON,SEA) 207 104 202 0,5149
 7.  Scott Sealy  7 (1-7)  1 (KC) 166 99 213 0,4648
 8.  Ajay Maisuria  7 (19-25)  2 (HOU,LHT) 150 93 171 0,5439
 9.  Maro Van Basten  7 (14-20)  1 (KC) 176 92 202 0,4554
 10.  Mario Batali  8 (16-23)  2 (SEA,NSS) 202 92 180 0,5111
 11.  Juan Pablo Angel  7 (1-7)  2 (LA,NY) 149 87 180 0,4833
 12.  Kris Boyd  6 (11-16)  1 (POR) 165 87 197 0,4416
 13.  Ross Sandbach  7 (14-20)  1 (HOU) 176 87 195 0,4462
 14.  Colin Apricot  8 (7-14)  2 (HOU,CHV) 171 85 181 0,4696
 15.  Gordon Groom  6 (21-26)  2 (MIN,GOG) 167 82 151 0,5430
 16.  Nathan Knox  8 (16-23)  2 (MIN,GOG) 217 82 166 0,4940
 17.  Kenny Cooper  6 (3-8)  1 (DAL) 112 81 146 0,5548
 18.  ronaldo  8 (3-10)  2 (CLB,NY) 166 80 188 0,4255
 19.  Nick Zimmerman  6 (6-11)  1 (PHI) 150 78 170 0,4588
 20.  Danny Mwanga  6 (12-17)  2 (POR,PHI) 170 77 176 0,4375

 

When you look a little bit deeper in the figures...there were maybe some better players...at least from a manager's point of view.Those players scored at least half of the shots they shoot....

There are two players still active in belows overview. Gordon Groom, has a percentage of 100% in this season and is also moving up in the hall of fame topscorers list, while Alex Arthur could not score any goals from the 3 changes he had this season.So historical seen his next shot should be a goal.....

 

 Pl.  Player   Seasons   Clubs   APPS   GOALS   SHOTS  %
 42.  Christian Ramirez  5 (20-24)  3 (DAL,PHI,MIN) 124 65 105 0,6190
 17.  Kenny Cooper  6 (3-8)  1 (DAL) 112 81 146 0,5548
 8.  Ajay Maisuria  7 (19-25)  2 (HOU,LHT) 150 93 171 0,5439
 65.  Warren Mullins  5 (19-23)  3 (MIA,NY,PHI) 134 56 103 0,5437
 15.  Gordon Groom  6 (21-26)  2 (MIN,GOG) 167 82 151 0,5430
 3.  Jeremy King  7 (10-16)  2 (SEA,CLB) 173 117 218 0,5367
 38.  John Moss  8 (6-13)  2 (MON,COL) 155 66 124 0,5323
 5.  Len Lear  8 (13-20)  2 (NY,CHA) 227 113 214 0,5280
 24.  Terry Flanagan  7 (18-24)  3 (NBW,NY,CHI) 191 75 143 0,5245
 87.  Frank Songoo  6 (12-17)  1 (CAR) 125 51 98 0,5204
 6.  Severino Jefferson  9 (3-11)  2 (MON,SEA) 207 104 202 0,5149
 60.  Caleb Herbert  5 (17-21)  1 (CHI) 109 57 111 0,5135
 10.  Mario Batali  8 (16-23)  2 (SEA,NSS) 202 92 180 0,5111
 56.  Alex Arthur  5 (22-26)  2 (NY,PHI) 115 57 113 0,5044
 32.  Matt Watson  7 (7-13)  1 (CAR) 198 70 140 0,5000

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
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Thursday January 21st, 2021 - 09:40:17 PM GMT
Welcome back Si

Hope you are well bro and things back in line for you. 👍🏿

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Thursday January 21st, 2021 - 09:26:04 PM GMT
Review

Just saw that my numbering of the teams was totally wrong. The table of the week before was used for the review of last wednesday games. My apologies for the managers concerned. 

 
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Wednesday January 20th, 2021 - 06:01:38 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 11:
Los Angeles Galaxy - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wDw)
Colorado Rapids - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Wednesday January 20th, 2021 - 11:06:02 AM GMT
Wednesday Update

Oops - near 7 hours till kick off and 7 teams still missing their line ups.

And we are at a crucial point in the Section games for quite a few of us.Us? Yes, I am back in as Seattle for now unless someone knows a friend who would like to play in the Setup - I am happy to give the team up - they can only go one way - upwards!!

Good luck to all, except Galaxy (my opponents tonight...) 

 

 
David Blair
Seattle Sounders


 
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449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday January 20th, 2021 - 11:00:46 AM GMT
Dear Robin

Was the tight nappy a form of foreplay for you, or a precaution as at your age it means you can't hold the liquor as well? :-)

I will try to press post just the once this time.

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
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186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Wednesday January 20th, 2021 - 09:59:01 AM GMT
Still time Robin..

Geez - has your computer switched off it's spellchecker?? 😉😉🍷🍷🍷🍷🍷🍷🍷

 
Robin Dewar Jnr
Langley F.C.


 
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Tuesday January 19th, 2021 - 11:58:27 PM GMT
Schpellchker

wassat ?  Mr.blair.  ,.... try walkin around al day in a tight nappie !

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
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Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Tuesday January 19th, 2021 - 10:26:12 PM GMT
Still time Robin..

Geez - has your computer switched off it's spellchecker?? 😉😉🍷🍷🍷🍷🍷🍷🍷

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Tuesday January 19th, 2021 - 10:24:08 PM GMT
A Loophole?? 🤔🤔

We have Rob doing the League reviews and Simon doing the Cup reviews, but nobody doing any Youth reviews (cup or league) - is that Robin offering? 🥳🥳🥸🥸

 
Robin Dewar Jnr
Langley F.C.


 
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Tuesday January 19th, 2021 - 04:12:58 PM GMT
Freedom of Speech

Langley players are furryius with the Comish Blair that they get no aknowlege fer thir efforts in the youth league .

had a cracking game on Sunday now sit Top of the league .

Will report Blair to RSPCA / PDFLA/and FIFA fer this diabollockial  missdemenear !!

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
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Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Monday January 18th, 2021 - 07:11:27 PM GMT
Worth checking...

Gents, on taking over SEA I noticed they had no CPs left but had purchased 38CPs at the beginning. On working out their usage SEA are 20 CPs short - I can see where 18 have been used but they have none left.

I believe it was Steve who flagged up before the start of the season a couple of teams who hadn't been charged for TPs by the server. I corrected them, but never thought there might have been complications with their purchases.

Could any manager who thinks they might have been short changed on CPs and/or TPs get back to me - it can be checked out. Have to say SEA was one of the teams affected at the season start, not sure if that had anything to do with it. Who knows... 🤔🤔

 
David Blair Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
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Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Monday January 18th, 2021 - 01:12:08 PM GMT
PLEASE NOTE!!

Gents, today David Laird emailed to say he needed to leave the game due to work and other reasons. He was prepared to carry on putting in team lines until I got somebody, but I thought it better if he left now, as I have no idea if and when I could get a replacement.

SO, as of this minute I will assume SEA and NSS and have asked Allan if he can take back REB.

This means any in Box messages to me as from NOW must go to the inBox of North Sound Seawolves (NSS) for me to access them, please..

Looking at the tables I feel the only way is up, and I can once again Blog to earn my team cash. However this was not the way I would have wanted it - I wish David all the best and to look us up if his circumstances change in the future........

 
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Monday January 18th, 2021 - 12:53:20 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 18th January....:
CHA(15) COL(50) DAL(50) MIA(15) NY(15) PHI(50) SJ(25)

 
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Monday January 18th, 2021 - 12:51:53 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 18th January....:
DAL(25)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday January 17th, 2021 - 06:29:52 PM GMT
Poll Update etc

Gents, a good game for the Treasurer this week. Last week I paid out 490k, this week it was only 180k.

2 of you got the correct result, but neither got either the half time or the full time score. Payouts were 30k to each of these lads, and 10k to all the rest.

This week fill their boots. Game will be in the Youth League 4th Division

CARSON CITY KICKERS v RED FORCE FC - 11th and 12th in the bottom division with only 1 goal scored between them so far. What will give here?

PS David, it is true I don't usually give participation cash to Blogs and Journals from the Youth Team insertions, but you didn't know - thanks Roy for informing David - so I have no problems with this week. From tomorrow if you can use DAL that would be great.. Thanks..:-)

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
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Sunday January 17th, 2021 - 03:47:10 PM GMT
All Good

Thanks Roy.

Thanks David for the update. I am slowly getting the hang of how this place works. All the information, support and guidance is appreciated.

Simon, your cup reports are both excellent and massive. You clearly spend a lot of time and energy on them.
But real life takes precedence. Save your energies for looking after yourself and whatevr else needs done.
Come back when you're ready, no rush, looking forward to seeing them start again.

 
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Sunday January 17th, 2021 - 03:01:42 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 10:
Mount Tabor S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wdW)
KC Athletics - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Wwd)
Montreal Impact - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (DWw)
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Sunday January 17th, 2021 - 02:43:00 PM GMT
Less Chat Junior

One more thing to note David is that you won't get any participation money for blogging as the youth team manager - something we've all done.

 
David King Jnr
Texas Dutch Lions


 
Recent Entries
Sunday January 17th, 2021 - 01:20:26 PM GMT
All good

Thanks David for the update. I am slowly getting the hang of how this place works. All the information, support and guidance is appreciated.

Simon, your cup reports are both excellent and massive. You clearly spend a lot of time and energy on them.
But real life takes precedence. Save your energies for looking after yourself and whatevr else needs done.
Come back when you're ready, no rush, looking forward to seeing them start again.

 
Simon Bijker Jnr
Red Force FC


 
Recent Entries
Sunday January 17th, 2021 - 12:13:51 PM GMT
My apologies

To much struggle in the other life...

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday January 17th, 2021 - 10:51:47 AM GMT
Sunday Update

Gents, take a bow - no, I am not being facetious, really!!

For the first time in my tenure doing this job, I went into the site this morning and EVERYBODY has entered their teamlines. Wow, 48 ticks in boxes - that makes my day!!! Thanks..

Just need to wish everybiody good luck today (and David, you get retirement money tomorrow along with any participation cash you and others will have earned during the past week).

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Saturday January 16th, 2021 - 05:36:30 PM GMT
Retired

Thanks David.

 

That's him retired already.

Cheers.

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday January 16th, 2021 - 03:57:22 PM GMT
Cup Review

Gents, Simon told me he had struggled to do a review for last Wednesday (life can do that at times...) and I don't plan to do a late one now. 

If Simon has a problem with other midwees, if he lets me know in advance I will get out a Review - quite enjoy them, actually... ONE way or another, there WILL be one done after next midweek's games are done.

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday January 16th, 2021 - 09:46:27 AM GMT
Retirements

Not being pedantic but I pay out on players retired up to SL12 - has been for a while even with Dave, but I altered the payments this season to give a bit more for SLs 11 and 12.

Go for it David (lots of David's in this setup, eh?) 🥸🥸

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Friday January 15th, 2021 - 08:39:46 PM GMT
Thanks

Thanks, David. Appreciated

 
David Campbell
Charleston Battery


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
326 - 233 - 487 (0.423)
Friday January 15th, 2021 - 06:57:10 PM GMT
Retirements

David - Transactions > sign and retire > choose player from the drop-down. 

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Friday January 15th, 2021 - 04:10:38 PM GMT
Retire

Is there a button?

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Friday January 15th, 2021 - 03:12:15 PM GMT
Retire

You retire end DB renumerates. You can retire up to SL 10. 

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Friday January 15th, 2021 - 12:34:32 AM GMT
Retire

How do I retire players for cash? Is there an automated process or is it via Mr Blair?

Thanks in advance.

 
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Thursday January 14th, 2021 - 09:48:47 AM GMT
Trade: NY - CHA

NY sends Theo Snelders (5/16 GK), Jim Watt (6/15 DF), Joe Joyce (5/16 DF) to CHA for Marcus Hahnemann (7/7 GK), Woodrow Ray (4/18 MF), Conrad Jones (6/14 MF)

 
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Wednesday January 13th, 2021 - 06:01:22 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 9:
New York Red Bulls - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)
Chivas USA - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
FC Dallas - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (www)
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday January 13th, 2021 - 10:58:28 AM GMT
Wednesday Update

6 teams missing their lineups for tonight.

Would managers remember that in the first 12 midweeks of the season - this is midweek number 5 -they will need a team sheet on 11 (or the full 12 if they reach the Final of the Dave Dowson Shield) of them. The Youth Cup sections are played at the same time as the Quarter and Semi Finals and the Final.  Then it is MSA.

Good luck for tonight - also remember KO is 6pm midweeks.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday January 11th, 2021 - 11:37:30 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 11th January....:
DAL(25) HOU(15) MIA(15) NE(15) PHI(50) SJ(25)

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Monday January 11th, 2021 - 11:28:39 AM GMT
Poll Match

Really glad everyone did so well.......

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday January 10th, 2021 - 03:58:48 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 10th January....:
NE(170)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday January 10th, 2021 - 03:57:57 PM GMT
Poll Match Review and Next Game

WOW!! The Poll match went down well - all 14 managers who voted got the result right - all on 30k

But of these 14, 2 (Roy and Andy) got the half time right as well and received a further 20k, and 1 lad (take a bow Andy), got everything right and will get 80k.

So, 1 lad on 80k, 1 on 50k and 12 on 30k = total payout 490k. SURELY it is worth it to be in it... :-)

Next weekend's game will be MONTREAL IMPACTS v REAL SALT LAKE - it is up now, so feel free to post your scores..

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday January 10th, 2021 - 03:01:29 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 8:
Los Angeles Blues - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dWw)
Fall River Rovers - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)
Real Salt Lake - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWw)
Los Angeles Galaxy - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wDW)
Savannah Celtic FC - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
De Anza Force S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dWw)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday January 10th, 2021 - 10:59:36 AM GMT
Sunday Update

Four hours to kick off and only 3 teams missing lines - that'll do me for now.

Remember to enter your Poll prediction scores (half time and full time). Up to 80k per team can be won...

Good luck to all...👍

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday January 10th, 2021 - 10:56:01 AM GMT
David and his youth....

This season I made the change to take all 4 age 0 players across to their senior teams.

This makes clubs think about how they want to use up their allocated 60TPs the youth teams get - train up all 4 age 0s and spend 20 on age 1 lads, or sacrifice one age 0 and try to improve their youth team. Decisions decisions...🤔🤔

 
David King Jnr
Texas Dutch Lions


 
Recent Entries
Sunday January 10th, 2021 - 02:10:15 AM GMT
Age 0 to Age 1

Hi folks

Can anyone give an idea of how many age 0's move from your youth team to your Main team during the off  season?
Is it all 4 age 0's automatically or do you choose? Or does one automatically now stay in your youth team to become an age 1 player there?
Does that mean only 3 age 1's come in to the youth team to bring it up to 4 age 1's like they have now?

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Thursday January 7th, 2021 - 07:36:34 PM GMT
Philly latest

2 new signings for Philadelphia, 1st was Thomas Tavares a classy defensive midfielder from Benfica and secondly Marko Ramius a strong defender we got from LA Galaxy, hopefully these 2 will plug that hole at the back we seemed to have developed, we hope they will both slot straight in and have a productive season. 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Thursday January 7th, 2021 - 12:33:06 PM GMT
Trade: PHI - LA

PHI sends 600k to LA for Marko Ramius (2/22 DF)

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday January 6th, 2021 - 07:48:47 PM GMT
Sorry

Thought I had orders in. Totally forgot as a lot on my mind since weekend. 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday January 6th, 2021 - 07:11:40 PM GMT
Done

Completed if slightly later... 👍👍

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday January 6th, 2021 - 07:01:23 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 7:
Montreal Impact - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Www)
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dww)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday January 6th, 2021 - 06:38:09 PM GMT
Tonight’s games

Simon, got told by Mark it can happen but the server should "look" for it. It happened once before and I panicked but the games were run. Let's hope so again - might allow the 4 lads who haven't put their lineups in yet to do so.. 🤫🤫

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday January 6th, 2021 - 06:12:53 PM GMT
Wednesday games...

Look like they are postponed....

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday January 6th, 2021 - 10:54:09 AM GMT
Wednesday Fixtures Update

Tonight sees the 5th match (and half way point) in the Dave Dowson Section games and there are still 8 managers to put team lines in - remember the games are played at 6pm every midweek..

Good luck to all tonight....

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday January 4th, 2021 - 11:06:26 AM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 4th January....:
CAR(95)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday January 4th, 2021 - 11:00:29 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 4th January....:
DAL(35) MIA(15) NE(30) NY(15) PHI(50) RSL(15) SJ(50) VAN(30)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday January 4th, 2021 - 10:54:47 AM GMT
Bio & Team Updates

The following teams receive Bio & Team Updates through 4th January....:
CAR(100) CHV(100)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday January 4th, 2021 - 10:47:24 AM GMT
Monday Update

I am working out a few things about the auction (now not being involved in it, I tend to avoid checking out the players on display). 

OTF will be cut to one per auction and will try to make sure it does not feature a MPP - didn't realise this excluded all teams that already had 5 of them. Will check it out before the next auction.......sorry!

Poll Match. We have our first 80k winner - step forward Lewis @ LA who guessed the result, HT and FT all correct. We also had 4 x 50k winners, plus 2 x 30k winners, whilt 5 more teams all pick up the 10k for entering. Total of 390k paid into bank balances (to be paid at MSA).  One lad (Marc) had the correct result but failed to enter both HT and FT so might have been in with a shout of 80k - but he earned 30k at least.

Next Week's game has to be:  Minnesota Thunder v Houston Dynamos    BE IN IT TO WIN IT...

 
Steve Turner Jnr
Fall River Rovers


 
Recent Entries
Monday January 4th, 2021 - 09:34:58 AM GMT
9/3 in auctions

These are actually 3OTF and go really cheap considering it's 6 CP and three free slots at 75k. With CP going for 100k 3 OTF is really valued well over 500k - if you don't play L or E.

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Monday January 4th, 2021 - 12:20:02 AM GMT
[SPOILER] Lot 9

I may have over bid on some things here and underbid on others. I  got told this isn't really a 9/3 player? :-)

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday January 3rd, 2021 - 08:36:44 PM GMT
Lot 8

OTF lot. I think this has been raised before but some teams have been ruled out of the bid due to the lot being marked as DM a multi player position. So teams with 5 MPP have been excluded in error. Should have been put down as MF to avoid this situation. May need to be reviewed. 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday January 3rd, 2021 - 03:02:06 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 6:
Rochester Rhinos - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWw)
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Wwd)

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday January 3rd, 2021 - 10:18:24 AM GMT
Sunday Update

Only 4 teams to post team lines - about normal for this time of the day before a match.. :-)

Remember there is a Poll match for you to guess at, and an auction later today.....

As I am back on to a youth team neither has my interest as it normally would, and maybe that is probably how it should be if I am running the shop. 

Good luck to all today.. 

 
Tim Batth
Real Salt Lake


 
Recent Entries
Saturday January 2nd, 2021 - 03:05:31 PM GMT
HNY

Happy New Year to everyone from Real Salt Lake.

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Saturday January 2nd, 2021 - 11:31:02 AM GMT
Welcome and happy new year!

Welcome mr. King, and a happy new year to all of you!

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Friday January 1st, 2021 - 10:34:35 PM GMT
Ooops!

And if David puts in a small photo it can be swopped for my smiling face.. 😷😷👍👍

 
David King
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Friday January 1st, 2021 - 04:45:38 PM GMT
New year, new manager

Hi folks.
Good to see some familiar faces.
looking forward to having another go at running a team in Olmec style.

Give me a few seasons and I'll have worked out the new rules/tactics.

I hope.

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Thursday December 31st, 2020 - 08:49:09 PM GMT
Welcome David

Welcome David ,best of luck with your sides

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Thursday December 31st, 2020 - 08:48:17 PM GMT
Happy New year

Happy New year from all at Philadelphia and Roxborough 

 
David Blair Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday December 31st, 2020 - 08:17:02 PM GMT
COMMISH's NEW TEAM

Gents, forget the past - please send any in Box messages to me from now on to Columbus REBELS (REB) from now on.

Al has pleaded with me to take the team back so I have a contact for you lads - now, who do I play this Sunday? (Al, I won't let you down, I hope!!)

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Thursday December 31st, 2020 - 08:16:24 PM GMT
Return of the King

Nae hobbits here. Welcome Dave. 

 
David Blair Jnr
Texas Dutch Lions


 
Recent Entries
Thursday December 31st, 2020 - 07:26:22 PM GMT
NEW KID ON THE BLOCK!!

Gents, This is to announce that David King (guessing known to a few of you) is joining OASL with immediate effect and takes over running DAL and TDL from myself. Give the new lad a good welcome (and earn cash for yourself...... :-))

I am about to go in and change his password etc now so he will be active from tomorrow.

Meantime, as I re-locate to a youth team, details later, can any message be sent to the Blog (if it isn't a personal message) or to my email address, davidblair@btinternet.com (if it is a private message)

I expect to announce my youth team tomorrow some time.

Meanwhile have a good Hogmanay, but NOT TOO good, and don't break any Covid 19 Rules - we want out of this mess sooner rather than later...  :-)

HAPPY NEW YEAR when it comes...

 
Jason Dowson
Carolina RailHawks


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
516 - 224 - 384 (0.559)
Wednesday December 30th, 2020 - 09:53:16 PM GMT
CAR bios updated

CAR team info and bio updated

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday December 30th, 2020 - 06:01:45 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 5:
Real Salt Lake - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)
Colorado Rapids - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)

 
David Blair Jnr
Texas Dutch Lions


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday December 30th, 2020 - 03:24:28 PM GMT
Everybody plays tonight

Including the 4 teams still missing their team lines.. 😷🤓

 
David Blair Jnr
Texas Dutch Lions


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday December 30th, 2020 - 10:54:30 AM GMT
Wednesday Update

Gents, still 6 teams to put team lines in - under lockdown is there anything else to think about?  :-)  Okay, I guess there are a few things to consider, but partying tomorrow night surely isn't one of them...

Anyway I digress, tonight is match 4 in the Dave Dowson Shield matches...

(Simon, are you okay to do a review of them this week?? Let me know if a problem - MIA is one of the 6 teams to put a team line in... - others are SEA, POR, KC, CHI and NE)

REMEMBER all Wednesday matches are played at 6pm GMT.. Enjoy!!

 
David Blair Jnr
Texas Dutch Lions


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday December 29th, 2020 - 10:09:34 AM GMT
Paul

Sorry - forgot to record it in amongst the discussion on the youth players.

Money next Monday....💰💰

 
David Blair Jnr
Texas Dutch Lions


 
Recent Entries
Monday December 28th, 2020 - 08:43:28 PM GMT
Paul

Sorry - forgot to record it in amongst the discussion on the youth players.

Money next Monday....💰💰

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Monday December 28th, 2020 - 05:03:16 PM GMT
CHV Updated

David

Chivas Bios etc updated on the 18th. Posted on the blog. 

 
David Blair Jnr
Texas Dutch Lions


 
Recent Entries
Monday December 28th, 2020 - 11:23:51 AM GMT
Monday Update

Gents, Wednesday sees the 4th game in the Dave Dowson Shield competition, some teams making the push for the top 2 spots in their sections, but everybody getting training done....

Also have to say to the 8 teams who have still to do their Bios updates - there is still time to earn the 100k up for grabs. Just update your Team and Personal Bios quoting season 26 somewhere in each. Let me know you have done it, AND do it before close of play Thursday this week - payments will be made Monday next week, BUT deadline is this Thursday. Easy money - the teams who did do it before the first deadline got a 50k bonus - shows the kind lad I am.. !! - but there is still the 100k up for grabs.  (CAR, CHI, CHV, DC, HOU, KC, POR, and ROC are the teams involved.)           Or I get to keep the cash... :-)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday December 28th, 2020 - 11:16:26 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 28th December....:
CHV(30) DAL(50) PHI(50) RSL(15) SJ(30) VAN(35)

 
David Blair
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Sunday December 27th, 2020 - 03:58:07 PM GMT
POLL Update

If you were the League's Treasurer you'd be happy with the game selection.

Today's game provided no 80k winner, and only 1 x  50k, with nobody on 30k and everybody else getting 10k. Difficult match to predict, it seemed. The 50k winner, Jason @ CAR got the correct result, and the full time score, just missing by a goal getting the half time score for a full house. But 50k is not to be sneezed at.  :-)

Next week'ss game will be:

CHIVAS USA v ATLANTA SILVERBACKS 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday December 27th, 2020 - 03:01:42 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 4:
Atlanta Silverbacks - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (DWw)
Houston Dynamo - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wdw)

 
David Blair Jnr
Texas Dutch Lions


 
Recent Entries
Sunday December 27th, 2020 - 11:36:21 AM GMT
Sunday Update

Gents, 3 and a half hours to go and there are still 5 teams (and 6 Youth teams) still to put team lines in for the 1st set of league fixtures.  

Hope you all had a good Christmas but by now your heads must have cleared. Now we are in lockdown so not a lot of fun for everybody at this time. Stay safe and well........

16 teams have their predictions in for today's game, so still room for the remaining 8 teams to start earning cash. AND all have got half time and full time scores in, so thanks for that. If you remember this week, you will remember every week. Good luck with today's game - I will have a look now for next Sunday's match.

 

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Sunday December 27th, 2020 - 12:30:40 AM GMT
Youth Games Start 27th

A reminder that the youth teams start their games today on the 27th 

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Friday December 25th, 2020 - 12:47:20 AM GMT
Merry Christmas

To you all and all you your families. Have a great Christmas holidays and enjoy the break. 🎅🏼🎅🏼⛄️⛄️🌲🌲

 
Tim Batth
Real Salt Lake


 
Recent Entries
Thursday December 24th, 2020 - 03:42:58 PM GMT
Merry Christams & Happy Holidays ....

... to everyone from Real Salt Lake and Utah Surf Boys!

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Thursday December 24th, 2020 - 12:36:30 PM GMT
Merry xmas

Merry Christmas and a prosperous New year from all at Philadelphia Union and Roxbrough Indians 

 
David Blair Jnr
Texas Dutch Lions


 
Recent Entries
Thursday December 24th, 2020 - 09:34:05 AM GMT
Thursday Update

Shame a couple of lads missed yesterday's matches - but we move on to Sunday's 1st set of league games and a Poll match. Remember there is up to 80k to be won - we had one x 50k and 3 x 30k and everyone got at least 10k. 💰💰

In the meantime all I'd like to do is wish you all in OASL a VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS and trust we get a better 2021 all round. 😷😷🤓🤓🎅🎅🎅🎅

 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday December 24th, 2020 - 07:05:57 AM GMT
Youth Debate

Coming back to the Yth issue on age 1 players .

Season 24  
Fall River Rovers            1st
Daniel Island S.A.           2nd
New Bedford Whalers    10th
Season 25
New Bedford Whalers    1st
Daniel Island S.A.          2nd
Fall River Rovers           3rd

Season 26
Fall River Rovers        well they have highest SL with 273
New Bedford Whalers    -19    behind FRR
Daniel Island S.A.          -13    behind FRR


Make of those stats what you can , only thing I can say Bill whatever you taking can I have some ;
jumping from 10th to 1st !!

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday December 23rd, 2020 - 06:01:28 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 3:
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Www)
Chivas USA - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dWw)

 
David Blair Jnr
Texas Dutch Lions


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday December 23rd, 2020 - 09:35:54 AM GMT
TONIGHT's Games

Only 3 teams to post teamlines, KC, NE, and POR and thew last match before Christmas. Our lads can cope with the fixture card - no weeks off as in other games... We are made of sterner stuff - and then the league starts....

Good luck tonight - remember kick offs Midweeks are now 6pm......

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday December 21st, 2020 - 11:33:47 AM GMT
Trade: POR - MON

POR sends 500k to MON for A Williamson (4/25 MF)

 
David Blair Jnr
Texas Dutch Lions


 
Recent Entries
Monday December 21st, 2020 - 10:28:36 AM GMT
Good Weekend for some!

Gents, Good participation this week, near 500k paid out.... !!

Plus on the Poll issue, you need to get the correct forecast in order to move on to earn the extras for the half time and full time scores. Yesterday, only 1 team got the correct forecast AND one of the other scores (HT actually), so take a bow Simon @ MIA who gets 50k, the rest 30k and 10ks.Nobody got the 3 things all correct, but early days - around 21 more chances to win the good money..

New game is up and will be the first of the League matches - Montreal Impacts v New England Revolution - be in it to win anything up to 80k..

PS I have no idea how Dunfermline came into the match involving my DAL - although I do stay about 4 miles away, I have never touched any of the writings anywhere..... Strange..

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday December 21st, 2020 - 10:17:31 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 21st December....:
CHA(15) CHV(35) COL(25) CLB(15) DAL(50) LA(30) MIA(50) MIN(50) MON(15) NY(50) PHI(50) RSL(15) SJ(25) SEA(15) VAN(50)

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Sunday December 20th, 2020 - 11:44:47 PM GMT
[SPOILER] Dunfermline 😄😄

Chivas v FC Dallas report showing as 

HALFTIME SCORE: Chivas 1 - DUNFERMLINE 0
FINAL SCORE: Chivas 3 - DUNFERMLINE 0

All throughout the game also showing as Dunfermline. A Scottish takeover in Dallas 😄

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Sunday December 20th, 2020 - 11:47:03 AM GMT
Poll match

Half time   

Col 1-0

Full time 

1-1

 
David Blair Jnr
Texas Dutch Lions


 
Recent Entries
Sunday December 20th, 2020 - 10:59:48 AM GMT
Sunday Update

In this period of lockdown and restrictions sometimes it is gratifying to find an interest. Online sports games are as good a distraction as any, I find.

Main thing lads, is take care and stay safe.

Remember the Poll game today, and if you haven't given a half time AND a full time, just blog here before 3pm today with the missing score and I will add it to your selection. There is gold in them far hills to be won...

This morning there are only 2 teams who have not yet put in their orders, but as that is normal for both of them, I am not concerned. Game 2 today, so still too early to see teams pulling away at the top of their sections, and I'd like to thank Simon for getting stuck into the Cup review. He will provide a sense of humour into the reports, and then next Sunday it will be Rob's turn when the league kicks off.

Exciting times... Good luck to all, except my immediate opponent - well, what do you expect?   I don't wish any of my opponents any ill, just that they don't get 3 points at my expense.... :-)

 
David Blair
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Saturday December 19th, 2020 - 10:58:36 AM GMT
Oh Dear

I am fast realising I can't please everybody, but I am not yet at the stage when I decide to just please myself.

I prefer compromise and co-operation - but will accept that sometimes peoples' suggestions may just be purely for self interest - an understandable trait - whereas I am trying for everybody's enjoyment and participation.

The principle of the youth teams was for them to be training up players to better their senior teams on the NFL, NBA basis of the weaker senior teams get the better age 0 youth players for their youth teams. I have tried to do that this season.

The age 1 players - I was not aware Dave agreed to make all of them the same for every team, but can see it's merits - could make youth leagues more attractive to play.

So I don't have to go through every age 1 player this season, can I suggest we go with what is there for this season, and we agree a figure for all age 1 players for next season, (differences within the teams being in the age 0 players to reflect the weakness/strength of the senior squads as now).

I would have said SL 14 looks good, in that if everybody trained up their age 0s they would have 20TPs left to share amongst the 4 age 1 lads. Either share them to get SL19s each or move a couple into the SL20s at the expense of the others. More decision making for managers to make as regards planning their new players and positions, I would think, and that can't be a bad thing. 

It is a discussion which may well result in a Poll vote (democracy rules!! :-))

 

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday December 19th, 2020 - 01:54:56 AM GMT
Robin

No one is suggesting that the Commish (and well deserved) Blair is not being given a chance. We are all 110% supporting him. No one wants a change for the next match... Maybe next season? But only if appropriate?

I am not David's only "cheerleader" and it is nice to see a bit more support on the blog. That said, a few more managers chipping with positives would be great! 

Peace gents. X
 

 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Saturday December 19th, 2020 - 01:04:02 AM GMT
Yth Teams

Sadly there is no "archive" in polls ...

As to this season . leave it as it is , Give David a chance to see how his system pans out.

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday December 19th, 2020 - 12:08:54 AM GMT
Roy’s poll memory

I recall the poll on youth players but not the outcome. However, I will put my life on the fact that age 1s have always been really badly weighted the same as age 0s. Maybe DD intended to implement a levelling of the age 1s at a latter stage but defo not yet. 
 

I applaud David's changes to age 0s. He has made is more even. There should always be a gap borne from senior teams league placings. 
 

In agreement with Roy and others, surely the only way forward is to fully balance out age 1 players for all youth teams? 

 
Alon Atie
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Friday December 18th, 2020 - 09:11:45 PM GMT
Davids tweak almost perfect

I think what David did to the age 0 youth was correct.

No one will bother coaching a player under SL 4 and the stronger teams were still getting signifigantly weaker age 0 players than the second division teams/lower ranked first division teams , So he was correct here.

I would vote for simply returning the age 1 to all be the same for the youth teams which would allow everyone to be competitive in the youth league without affecting the senior teams at all.

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Friday December 18th, 2020 - 05:42:26 PM GMT
CHV Bios Updated

Chivas Coach and Team Bios now updated for Season 26. 

 
David Blair Jnr
Texas Dutch Lions


 
Recent Entries
Friday December 18th, 2020 - 11:17:16 AM GMT
Roy and youth

Roy, I can't see how to view previous Poll results - if It can be done somebody will point me in the right direction...👍

However I can say that the last season Dave started the age 1 players were not the same for all age 1 players for all teams. I'd have remembered seeing an age 1 SL 16 lad in my team, which I did in a couple of others. 🤔🤔

All I did was to lower some levels to get to the total SLs that Dave put down for each ranking (but I added 2 to each team this season).

But one of the "options" I put WAS to give all teams the same SLs for their age 1s. If there is support for it, all we'd need to agree is the values of the age 1s. Is there support for all age 1 players to be the same for every youth team?

If so, it can all be done before the first youth game due on 27th December. 

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
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Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Friday December 18th, 2020 - 01:44:17 AM GMT
Age 1 Youths

I think we had a big discussion and a poll about this a couple of seasons ago.

The result of which was to keep age 1 players the same for all teams and adjust the age 0 players depending on the finishing position of the senior team

I hadn't realised it had changed this season (despite helping with the youth player creation...)

I'd vote to return to that system and if needed adjust the age 1 players this season (I can do this over the xmas period if it gets the go ahead)

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
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Thursday December 17th, 2020 - 08:29:18 PM GMT
youth discussion

Also short in time, therefor a little delay in the review of the cups. My apologies.

About the youth, as long as we keep in mind that the idea behind the youth is to help the worst  Miami A-team to growe to a better team I am in favour for a competitive youth league. If Bill is still able to win the youth league while he has the worst players...it says something about us me. 

CR7's eyes contact. i like it! :) | Cristiano ronaldo hairstyle, Ronaldo,  Ronaldo hair

 

 
David Blair Jnr
Texas Dutch Lions


 
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Thursday December 17th, 2020 - 08:08:58 PM GMT
Nice Discussion on youths

Dave's system was to place senior teams 1-24 based on post season placings.

The youth teams of each of the above was placed 24-1 ie the weakest senior team would get the better total of youth SLs. Dave started with total around 77 (for the youth team of the weakest senior squad) down to 54 (for the youth team of the 1st division winner).

What I did was to slightly raise the totals to 56-79, but I felt nobody got excited about receiving age 0, SL2 or 3 players and I didn't want a plethora of age 0, SL8, 9, 10s (as the latter transfer over as age 1, SL 20, 21, 22 and become HUGE in the following season(s)). 

So I tidied up the 2 and 3s up to a minimum 4 with a maximum of 8, and adjusted the SLs of the age 1 players to total the final amounts.

Reading the comments below I actually wished I hadn't bothered and just quoted Dave's formula as being the Rules, but I then thought there could be easier options (for me at least) if a formula was effected and which served the same purpose of bringing up youth teams to supply better players to the weaker senior teams, so as to encourage some advancement.

Ideas to Consider:

1   Every team gets the same age 1 players each season, but keep the differential amongst the age 0 lads, much like NOW, so the better youths get promoted to the weaker teams.

2   Keep the age 0s just like NOW but raise the total SLs in the age 1 levels (currently 39-51) to say 48-60. AND allow each team to specify the position, name, AND SL for each position to total their allotment. 

3   Might be an option to keep the Totals about the same as this season but allocate each youth team say 20 CPs per season free, to improve a couple or so of their age 2s. (The youth teams half monies still need to be transferred to the senior team so as to be able to buy the extra 10TPs needed for the 4th transfer lad, so no chance of keeping all the money in the youth team and buying pre season CPs.)

This is just a starter and I am a bit short of sleep, but perhaps some of you will find something in the above to consider. If enough lads want a change we need to discuss it. Bottom line is either we need to take our youth team seriously - it is there to provide for the big team's future.....

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Thursday December 17th, 2020 - 07:33:47 PM GMT
Bio & Team Updates

The following teams receive Bio & Team Updates through 17th December (includes early bonus)....:
ATL(150) CHA(150) COL(150) CLB(150) DAL(150) LA(150) MIA(150) MIN(150) MON(150) NE(150) NY(150) PHI(150) RSL(150) SJ(150) SEA(150) VAN(150)

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Thursday December 17th, 2020 - 02:48:14 PM GMT
Youth age 1s.

For simplicity and fairness I think the age 1s should be the same for every team so the variable would only be the age 0 based on senior team positioning. 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday December 17th, 2020 - 01:51:27 PM GMT
Yth teams

Right Alon I 100% agree with you  , it would need to be restructured to make it fair.

1.So age 0 players SL  based on 1st team status/pos

2.Age 1 players SL based on previous season position in Yth lge.   i.e. if you won yth lge , then you should have some decent age1/2/3 players already (though they will age )

 
Alon Atie
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Thursday December 17th, 2020 - 12:32:15 PM GMT
Reply to Robin

Robin your point is valid with regards to the age 0 players being allocated.

However the age 1 players never move out of the youth team.They stay with the youth team as they age.Historically the division 1 teams received weaker age 0 players, but only this season did they get weaker age 1 players than everyone else as well. This means over the next fe seasons the division 1 managers youth teams will just become weaker and weaker as their weaker age 1 players always stay with them.

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday December 17th, 2020 - 12:56:43 AM GMT
Yth Players

I would disagree . If the div1 teams got the same level yth players as Div 2 teams , then that hinders the progress of a div 2 team igetting into Div1 , whilst maintaining the superiority of div 1 teams.

The draft in Sanc is set to help the weaker teams in lower div and I nelieve the draft system in American football operates the same way ?

On a personal note I give same prioity to my yth team as I do to my 1st team and play to win the league .

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday December 16th, 2020 - 11:00:57 PM GMT
Alon

I agree with you 100% but then I would...we are the ones who have felt our youth teams being under skilled  recently. That said, my youth team won division 3. Figure that out.

I applaud David regulating the age 0 players to create some kind of parity but maybe he is looking to create full parity with age 1 lads? 
 

Cheers. 

 
Alon Atie
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Wednesday December 16th, 2020 - 07:53:05 PM GMT
Weaker age 1's for youth teams.

OASL gives weaker age 0 players to the youth teams, based on how high up the senior team finishes. I always felt the disparity is too large ,but I would I suppose ,and that is a different discussion.

I just noticed that we were also given weaker age 1 players as well.This seems wrong to me ,as the age 1's cannot ever be promoted to the senior team, All it does is ensure that the stronger teams youth teams have no chance of competing. I know the youth league is not as important as the main league, however with this in place it means the youth team orders become pretty irrelevant to the top first division teams, other than to train our age 0 players. This problem will become worse as the seasons progress as the weak age 1's will become weak age 2 players next season and weak age 3's the following .

I may be wrong but I dont think too many managers really want to devalue the youth league in this way. However I appreciate input from other managers.

 

 

 
David Laird
Seattle Sounders


 
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Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday December 16th, 2020 - 05:48:04 PM GMT
Re: Blair = Laird

We have a full house now!
Though I'm not sure adding a team will be much help against the might of NY!

Also, I am pretty sure that Blair > Laird, as Laird is useless at remembering to do all of this stuff!

 
David Campbell
Charleston Battery


 
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Team Record
326 - 233 - 487 (0.423)
Wednesday December 16th, 2020 - 12:24:37 PM GMT
CHA bio

Done, good luck all this coming season.  

 
David Blair Jnr
Texas Dutch Lions


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday December 16th, 2020 - 10:46:29 AM GMT
GRAND OPENING DAY !!

Simon, had to double check my line ups to make sure I had posted it. Passive? Has ANYBODY ever seen me playing a team anywhere in Olmec passive? Then I realise you meant t'other David.

Only 3 teams to post for today - and REMEMBER midweek kickoffs will be 6pm GMT - I couldn't wait till 9pm and Mark said it wasn't a problem changing it.

GOOD LUCK to all (except my immediate opponenst) and thanks once again for your assistance in getting last season completed and this one ready. If I have done the job right we should be up and running around 6-03pm.

Also remember  there are still 9 of you who don't seem to want my bonus for updating your Team and Personal bios - 15 of you have already earned it, and I will pay these out soon after the games are played. Remaining Bios updates will be paid the usual 100k and will be paid around the last day for earning it - 31st December. (Teams missing are CAR, CHA, CHI, CHV, DC, HOU, KC, POR, and ROC - no obligation to post of course, but the money is burning a hole in my pocket..!! :-))

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday December 16th, 2020 - 09:45:59 AM GMT
Blair = Laird

So..as I mentioned...a lot of fake news in those blogs....another David....

Michelangelo quote: I created a vision of David in my mind and...

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday December 16th, 2020 - 09:43:11 AM GMT
A few hours left....

and the first matches will be played....we all have done our team tacktics....but only one person needs to enter....

Mr. Blair....are you gonna play passive this week? ;-)

Goodluck to you all, have a great season.

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday December 15th, 2020 - 11:48:36 PM GMT
HT/FT

I also didn't get it. 
 

can I add 1-1 to as my HT predicto. 

 
Alon Atie
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Tuesday December 15th, 2020 - 08:35:16 PM GMT
Min prediction

Half time 1-1 full time 1-1

 
Mark Creasey
Montreal Impact


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday December 15th, 2020 - 05:40:12 PM GMT
Bio & About

MON pre-season 26 update complete


C'mon the MON

 

 
David Blair
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday December 15th, 2020 - 10:08:44 AM GMT
Lewis and auctions

Lewis, get your dad to explain about the auctions - especially if you wanted to buy the "age 9" players - aka OTF. You must give a name even though it is OTF.

Plus if you have 5 MPPs and want to bid on one in the auction you need to downgrade one of your existing ones (to me before the auction - if I don't change it before the auction you can't win the MPP). Dad will keep you right.🤓🎅🤓🎅

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Monday December 14th, 2020 - 10:13:57 PM GMT
Bio & About - CLB

Columbus pre-season 26 update complete

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Monday December 14th, 2020 - 04:57:30 PM GMT
TPs

Lewis, welcome. I agree with David 100%. I pitched 80k per TP to you as you have loads to sell and I didn't see too many other managers who seemed to need them. Most have plenty. It is supply and demand at the end of the day. If you gets lots of interest/bids you may be able to hold out for 90k or 100k each but if not you might end up selling for 70k. 
 

Hopefully the 400k and other monies you receive will allow you to buy a player or two and really challenge Alon at Minnesota this season.

Good luck young man. 

 
David Blair
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Monday December 14th, 2020 - 04:08:08 PM GMT
Lewis and TPs

Pre season extra TPs cost 100k each and as we don't have them in auctions anybody with spare can sell at whatever they can get. You have lots extra as your predecessor only trained up 1 of his 4 age 0 players, so make hay while you can - you don't have 3/4 youths to train up in LA so will likely need the auctions (or good transactions) to raise your SLs this season. Tbh I fancied LA rather than DAL as you will have a good challenge (and fun) this season. But remember to train up your age 0s youths this season to give you lads for the following season.. 👍👍

 

 
Tim Batth
Real Salt Lake


 
Recent Entries
Monday December 14th, 2020 - 03:01:17 PM GMT
Poll

Half time 0-0, full time 1-1

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday December 14th, 2020 - 02:46:11 PM GMT
Trade: NY - LA

NY sends 400k to LA for 5 TP

 
Lewis Creasey
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Monday December 14th, 2020 - 02:46:02 PM GMT
Selling price of TP & CP?

Dad says its trial and error.   How much is TP valued at within trades?

 
Lewis Creasey
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Monday December 14th, 2020 - 02:44:31 PM GMT
Bio & About

LA pre-season 26 update complete

 
David Blair
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Monday December 14th, 2020 - 11:17:22 AM GMT
Poll half time Misses

And NY

 
David Blair
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Monday December 14th, 2020 - 11:16:07 AM GMT
He's Not Perfect!!

Some will have spotted the flaw in the Commish's Poll, eh?

He has not put in a place for anybody who thinks it will be a draw at full time, to put in a half time score.

Mind you, a couple of lads who have already put in a result also have not put in a half time score.

I am sure he will rectify it in any future polls, but for now, I suggest anybody who has already voted and MISSED a half time score, just Blog it. He will pick them up, and you earn for the Blog. WIN WIN !!

(NE, CHV, RSL, MIN, PHI are the clubs involved.)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday December 14th, 2020 - 11:09:00 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 14th December....:
ATL(15) CHA(15) CHI(15) CHV(30) COL(30) LA(15) MIA(50) NE(50) NY(50) RSL(30) ROC(15) SJ(15) SEA(30) VAN(50)

 
David Blair Jnr
Texas Dutch Lions


 
Recent Entries
Monday December 14th, 2020 - 11:01:04 AM GMT
Monday Update

Gents, from today I will be doing the Commish stuff from TDL (Texas Dutch Lions) whilst running them and FC Dallas. I have sent over Columbus Rebels to Al, who will take them over now.

I plan to Blog as Dallas (to earn the riches you lads get) and as TDL when it is Commish stuff.

SO, from today any IN BOX messages you have for the Commish, please go to TDL's IN BOX and put them there.

(2 more teams earning the big money for their Bios updates - makes 12 now)

 
Bryce Kalmbach
Atlanta Silverbacks


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
416 - 268 - 399 (0.508)
Monday December 14th, 2020 - 01:12:16 AM GMT
Bio

Atlanta Season 26 update complete

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday December 13th, 2020 - 10:23:40 PM GMT
Bio

Season 26 update done.

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday December 13th, 2020 - 07:44:29 PM GMT
Bios Updates plus Bonus

10 teams have already updated their Bios (team and Personal) and will receive the normal cash PLUS a bonus.

To earn the BONUS you need to have done the jobs before kickoff on Wednesday, and tell me they are done (remember to quote season 26 in your writings).

After that date you will earn the usual 100k up till 31st December.

Teams who have responded so far are:

COL, DAL, MIA, MIN, NE, NY, PHI, RSL, SEA, and VAN.

If you are not in the list and have done the job, let me know soonest!!!

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday December 13th, 2020 - 06:53:57 PM GMT
Bio

Van Done

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Sunday December 13th, 2020 - 12:08:40 PM GMT
Bio etc

New England done

 
David Laird
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Saturday December 12th, 2020 - 11:10:08 PM GMT
26

26 bio and about updated.

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday December 12th, 2020 - 06:11:40 PM GMT
Pravda-vid

Is this more your style Simon? Probably less lies than the Daily Fail? 😂😂😂

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Saturday December 12th, 2020 - 03:22:23 PM GMT
Blairy mail??

I read the news...but what I thought....

Scholars Get The Real Scoop on 'Fake News' - WSJ

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday December 12th, 2020 - 01:15:23 PM GMT
The Blairy Mail

Great idea David.

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday December 12th, 2020 - 11:49:48 AM GMT
I should start a newspaper...

A couple of things lads.

1  Three more Bios updates received - remember, if you do update yours (and quote season 26 in them) I will pay out the 100k (plus a bonus if done BEFORE KO next Wednesday. The 100k will be paid out for updates between opening day and the 31st December. REMEMBER and Blog when you have completed yours..And I do have copies of last season's so no minoir adjustment please - you CAN get less than 100k...... :-)

2   Auctions - may not be possible to get TPs into them - seems Roy was right in that Dave got it in stone basically that TPs would not go into the auctions.  I am assuming he guessed that the youth money passed over to the main clubs would be used for the extra TPs (assuming a manager wanted to train up his 4th lad).  Please be prepared for this - I didn't see it coming....

In the short term there are alternatives.   

a    Some of us (Lewis @ LA for one!!) have extra TPs we don't want and can be approached..

b    As I allowed Derek to correct his CP purchases, I made the offer to all of you to do the same - so if you want to purchase some more TPs let me know and I will deduct the cash from your account and add the TPs on. The offer is open till Wednesday 16th - after that check the transaction pages - my 4 will be up there soon enough. :-)

3  -  1st Auction -   A bit soon I know but the 1st auction has 2 x MPPs in it. The computer won't allow a winning bid if it takes a team above the maximum 5 MPPs. So if intending to bid for either of them and you have 5 MPPs now, you need to let me know to downgrade one of them - use my in box or persoanl email if you want to keep it secret, but give me time to do the change.

4 -  Midweek games will be played at 6pm GMT (1800 hours) and NOT 9pm as before.  That is a personal decision as I never liked waiting till 9pm to get my result, and allows Simon to prepare for his Cup Reviews..... :-). And the first one is next Wednesday...  (@ 6pm)

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Saturday December 12th, 2020 - 02:31:43 AM GMT
COL Bio Updated

Team and personal bio updated

 
Tim Batth
Real Salt Lake


 
Recent Entries
Saturday December 12th, 2020 - 12:57:07 AM GMT
RSL Bio Done

Need the cash!

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday December 12th, 2020 - 12:51:07 AM GMT
Bio done

⚽️⚽️⚽️

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday December 12th, 2020 - 12:34:14 AM GMT
TP offer

Can I confirm that there will be TPs in the auction? I have not purchased more, purely based on them being available in the auction! Cheers. 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Friday December 11th, 2020 - 10:30:19 AM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through 11th December - took too much cash away - only had to charge for 13 TPs. Sorry David....:
SEA(700)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Friday December 11th, 2020 - 10:26:24 AM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through 11th December - as per TP blip in the computer....:
COL(-700) SEA(-2000)

 
David Laird
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Friday December 11th, 2020 - 08:34:31 AM GMT
Keep the TPs, take my money!

David, as per blog title, can you arrange for me to keep the TPs, and adjust cash accordingly. Thanks.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Thursday December 10th, 2020 - 08:08:49 PM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through 10th December - deduction should be here....:
CHA(-2000)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Thursday December 10th, 2020 - 08:08:13 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 10th December - deduction should not be under participation....:
CHA(2000)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Thursday December 10th, 2020 - 07:40:44 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 10th December - for 20TPs not charged for at preseason....:
CHA(-2000)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday December 10th, 2020 - 06:18:30 PM GMT
A can of Worms

Gents, Steve flagged up RSL where the computer did not charge the TPs ordered, and I mentioned about DAL's CPs being charged for but not in the front page.

I have checked all other clubs pre season and now see that COL have got 17 TPs not charged for and SEA not charged for 13 TPs.

Nobody's fault but I need to sort it.

Could David (SEA) and Roy (COL) let me know if they still want their 13 and 17 TPs in which case I will deduct the cash, if they don't want them I'll remove the TPs.

Thanks 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Thursday December 10th, 2020 - 04:56:27 PM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through 10th December - for 20TPs not charged in pre season...:
RSL(-2000)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday December 10th, 2020 - 04:40:49 PM GMT
Steve

Thanks for flagging that up - how about you checking 2nd division and I'll do the 1st... 🤓👍

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Thursday December 10th, 2020 - 03:14:56 PM GMT
Blips

Real Salt Lake 3000k for 50 CP plus 20 TP. 

Will look at others later.

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday December 10th, 2020 - 11:09:00 AM GMT
Another blip!

DAL paid 3000 for 50 CPs but they have disappeared overnight... That one is easy - I will replace them now, could anybody else see any anomalies let me know.

PS Only got 3 x Bios Updates so far - as said before it is 100k for both to be posted (mentioning season 26 somewhere in each), with a bonus to be paid IF done before next Wednesday 16th - starting date. TELL ME WHEN YOU HAVE COMPLETED THE UPDATES, please?   I will mention it again this Monday coming, but that will be the final call. I will pay the 100k up till 31st December....

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday December 10th, 2020 - 10:44:28 AM GMT
Steve and Charleston

I see that now, Steve, but don't have an answer for it. Should have been charged for the 20TPs extra bought.

I will contact David and ask if he wants the 20TPs and I will correct the balance, or take them away and leave his balance.

Steve, did you fancy checking off all other teams pre season - who knows, there maybe more than just one hiccup in the system. Hope not!!  Thanks in anticipation... :-)

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday December 9th, 2020 - 11:26:14 PM GMT
Charleston pre-season

I noticed they have a lot of cash so looked at their Account. They bought 10 CP less than us and paid 750k less, which is correct.

But they also bought 20 TP according to the page which must have cost 0k.

Am I missing something?

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday December 9th, 2020 - 08:40:59 AM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through 9th December - messup with previous Blog - should have been a minus....:
POR(-3000)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday December 9th, 2020 - 08:39:53 AM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through 9th December re extra 20CP purchased as per a previous Blog....:
POR(1500)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday December 8th, 2020 - 06:35:52 PM GMT
Full House!!

With Lewis being press ganged err persuaded by Mark to take a team, I plan to take on DAL if nobody else comes in. That way I can Blog as Commish when I need to, and Blog as DAL when I can (and earn participation cash like others). A full house - and looking good to go....

On another subject - I will accept requests from any team wishing to add to their pre season totals (subject to 50CPs and 50TPs) and alter their Captain's name.

This is because for a few seasons now Derek assumed he had to save around 1500k to buy 30CPs (a suggestion made in our rules). Despite usually having well over 1500k Derek has always bought just 30CPs. He would like a full 50CPs, and as I will allow it due to the season not having started yet, I feel I need to offer the same deal to all others. But I need any additions known by Friday please!! 🤔🤔

This is a one season only offer - we will all be fine for future seasons. 😷😷👍👍

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday December 8th, 2020 - 06:11:54 PM GMT
Lewis 🤓🤓

Welcome young man - and hope you enjoy your time with LA (and LAG).

You'll be able to keep an eye on that slightly older relative of yours. 😉😉

I see you have put your face onto your page and if you update your Team Bios and personal Bios some time soon I'll pay you for it, same as the others.. 👍👍

 
Lewis Creasey
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday December 8th, 2020 - 04:35:39 PM GMT
Back again

Return to LA today.

Seems I have 1 youth player worth training, so anyone want the spare 32 TP ;-)

 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday December 8th, 2020 - 10:14:23 AM GMT
Roy and TPs

The thing about moving all 4 age 0 players over is that every team will now have 4 players to consider TPs for. Days gone by, some teams would have just 3 and their 4th lad was making money for them, when they didn't need it as the 30TPs was enough for the 3 lads they got.

Now teams get half the youth cash BUT no more than that as they are not selling a 4th player. 

I don't have a crystal ball, so will see what the occasional TP is an auction will bring. No need for TPs in every auction especially after MSA as the age 1 lads you have won't be added to throughout the season except by transfers (and if transferred I feel sure buying clubs will have ensured the TPs are in stock).

It is something I will monitor - buying extra TPs at the beginning of the season solves a club's quandary, and reduces bank balances. Can make changes later in time for next season if needed. Thanks for the imput, Roy.

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday December 8th, 2020 - 09:34:35 AM GMT
Simon

If you have another logo/picture I'd suggest going into Front Page and your Bios update and delete the current one and copy and paste in your new one. Failing that, email me the new one and I'll try it from here..😷

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Monday December 7th, 2020 - 11:18:46 PM GMT
TP in the Auctions

So is the plan to have TP in Auctions now? 

I think (but don't quote me) that Dave removed it from the Auctions when he created the Youth Divisions and removed the age 0 and 1 players from the Auctions. Basically you bought your TP in pre-season and that was it.

So do we need TP in the Auctions? Most teams get a massive payout from their youth teams pre-season which should be enough for any additional TP needed by the senior squad. In previous seasons I've bought 2 players from the Blind Auction and used pre-season and trading to acquire the additional TP needed.

I'm not sure why we need to change.

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday December 7th, 2020 - 10:28:10 PM GMT
Simon

If you have another logo/picture I'd suggest going into Front Page and your Bios update and delete the current one and copy and paste in your new one. Failing that, email me the new one and I'll try it from here..😷

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Monday December 7th, 2020 - 07:25:58 PM GMT
BIO and About updated

Hello David, as requested Miami FC updated the information tabs.

Would it be possible to change our logo? Or is this not that easy to do??

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday December 7th, 2020 - 06:11:48 PM GMT
Where did it go?

The TPs disappeared from my auction and Mark reckons the OTFs and no TPs must be "fixed" so they can't be changed - a default system almost.

Mark says he has managed to put TPs onto the 2nd auction and we can see if we can alter the make up of auction items ASAP.

TPs not disastrous just yet as everybody has some but I want them on to the auctions.. 👍👍

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday December 7th, 2020 - 10:53:01 AM GMT
Auction 1

Steve, the auction I chose had TPs, and I tried to swop 1 x  OTF for 2 x TP.

Mark will look at the server to see if it can be changed there, but I did the auction again and there is TP in it. - I want 2 x TPs and 1 x OTF.

Nobody had bid on the players in the 1st auction so no harm done, the new one is up now and hopefully auction 2 will have what I planned.  

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday December 7th, 2020 - 10:41:17 AM GMT
Monday Update - drinks all round

Hats off to you lads - all the pre season stuff has been completed (only 1 team has to downgrade a MPP before anybody spots it, and we are organised) so well done and thanks to all.

I have put up the first auction - don't rush, it's for the 3rd January, and I will be a year older by then.. :-(

Now a couple of things, please.

1   I will be looking for Team and Personal bios to be updated ( you must include SEASON 26 in all your bios updating)  and will pay out for it - all to be completed before the first League fixture on 27th December. Any done before 16th (opening day) will receive an extra payment - otherwise it will be the usual 100k.  Blog to let me know when done, please.

2   I have added to the Poll your chance to put in a half time score as well as a full time one.

     For entering you get 10k for being wrong in your forecast.

     For entering and getting the forecast right, you will get 30k

     For entering and getting the forecast and either the half time OR the full time score right, you will get 50k

     For entering and getting the forecast and both scores correct you will get 80k.

If only one score is put in, I will take that as a full time one.

I am trying this out - more work for me, but if successful, some nice easy money for you lads.. I will always reserve the right to alter payments (eg if both teams play up a 90 min Stall for an expected 0-0 and either or both teams bet that way - as if..!!) 

Gents, I am trying to inject some "extra" into the set up, and hopefully you continue to enjoy the offering. If anybody has any other suggestions (or the name of a new player...) just let me know please?

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Monday December 7th, 2020 - 10:40:47 AM GMT
Auction 1

Has 2 OTF and no TP.

 

 
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Sunday December 6th, 2020 - 02:12:08 PM GMT
Trade: NY - PHI

NY sends 350k, Chris Eubank (5/20 SW), Alex Arthur (6/18 FW), Sully Prudhomme (5/18 DF) to PHI for Ludovic Lamine Sane (4/21 DF), Anthony Fontana (5/22 FW)

 
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Sunday December 6th, 2020 - 10:26:27 AM GMT
Awards

The following teams receive Awards through 6th December for work on the Rules (VAN) and assisting in the closing of the season, tactics, and general behind the scenes stuff (MON):
MON(100) VAN(100)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday December 6th, 2020 - 10:24:23 AM GMT
Zoom

Appreciate Bill's attempt to get a few keen lads on to Zoom for a chat etc and I am up for it - been on twice before and the only thing missing was a few more of you taking part.

So feel free to give Bill a message about best times or days and I am sure he will get it going - I will be there for sure. (Just think, we might even get a good discount if booking at Bill's hotel.) 

Look, I am a Scot - we see potential bargains.... :-)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday December 6th, 2020 - 10:21:02 AM GMT
Sunday update

Lads, one reason I am happy to do this job is the response I get from you boys when I need it. It isn't always 100% asap but life is more important than a game. However with just a nudge I get the results I need to carry on towards the start of the season.

For instance I have added the extra morales today (before somebody spotted it), and now we are only needing Phil (GBS) and David (NSS) to reduce their youths by a minuimum 4 (max 8) and Simon will be reducing a MPP soonest, and we are pretty good to go.

Couldn't have reached this stage without your help, so all please take a bow.

I will be taking over 1 of the 2 spare teams myself - but could do with just 1 more name to join the merry gang. Surely someone has somebody who might be keen?  

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Sunday December 6th, 2020 - 12:41:24 AM GMT
Zoom

After communication with Simon Bijker, I had planned to post an invite to a zoom call on Friday for Sunday. I have  opened a hotel this week with restrictions crazier than calling George Best and Gaza, sober. Therefore, I forgot.

 

Can I ask again, who has an appetite for this? I am keen to virtually meet my competitors every now and then and develop the camaraderie in oasl. It seems to have worked for those who have joined in the past. 
 

cheers lads. 

 
David Campbell Jnr
Daniel Island S.A.


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
220 - 135 - 140 (0.581)
Sunday December 6th, 2020 - 12:15:41 AM GMT
Preseason

Sorry Dave, CHA and DIS all done

 
Tim Batth
Real Salt Lake


 
Recent Entries
Saturday December 5th, 2020 - 10:36:24 PM GMT
USB - pre season & retirements ...

... all done.

 
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Saturday December 5th, 2020 - 08:22:20 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 5th December....:
CHI(35) LA(80) MIN(50) POR(50) ROC(80) SJ(50) VAN(20)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday December 5th, 2020 - 08:15:52 PM GMT
Getting there, lads!

Right, here is Sunday's updates tonight (I would do anything to avoid Strictly - the most affected and over cooked programme on the planet - so here it is.

I need David C and Jason (CAR and CHA) to go in and do their pre season, please.

Plus I need David C, Tim, Phil, and David L  (DIS, USB, GBS, NSS) to go into their youth teams and retire a minimum of 4 (maximum of 8) players from their squad. And do pre season (ie pick a Captain if you haven't already done so). If a time problem, let me know, and I will shave off the worst 4 lads you have - we all had them...

Then we will all be ready to go I think, apart from perhaps a new Poll, get the 1st auction ready, and your Team and Bios Updates to earn cash.  In the auctions there will be 1 less OTF but I will add in TPs.

PS I will be doing a retirement payout tonight or tomorrow morning..

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Saturday December 5th, 2020 - 01:17:07 AM GMT
Rule Changes

As per Davids post  Changes have been made to Tactical Formulae: also please note changes to Veteran retirements . Both of these can be found in our new rules link .

 
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Friday December 4th, 2020 - 03:43:37 PM GMT
Trade: MTS - POR

MTS sends 752k, Dave Clements (1/18 MA) to POR for

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Friday December 4th, 2020 - 11:05:47 AM GMT
Friday Update

Gents, Still 8 senior teams to do pre season and 5 youth teams to retire 4-8 players and pick a captain  (in some cases a manager has a team in both camps). I will name teams on Sunday so hopefully we can have a week clear before the start on the 16th December.

As mentioned last season I have done a little tweaking on the tactics page in order to restrict the overwhelming advantage that B has in the game - at the same time bring in a plus for wingers in B, and also to cut back a little on S, whilst C gets a little boost. NONE of the changes are huge, and I will monitor results. At all times I will consider suggestions from managers with a virew to seeking a majority verdict for future changes. For now, Robin will be posting up the new tactics figures on the rules page. Thanks to Mark and Robin for advice - this is a whole new ball game for me, but I am looking forward to seeing how things pan out.  (No-one got a new lad for me yet?) 

 

 

 
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Friday December 4th, 2020 - 09:43:16 AM GMT
Trade: MIA - NY

MIA sends 350k, Tony Rouge (3/28 FW), Louis Litt (2/26 DF) to NY for Gary McAllister (2/25 MF), Errol Spence Jnr (2/23 MA), Josh Warrington (5/27 MF)

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Thursday December 3rd, 2020 - 07:15:17 PM GMT
Miami pre season done

We did the pre season as well.

Great work David!!

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Thursday December 3rd, 2020 - 06:17:38 PM GMT
CHV Pre Season Completed

CHV preseason now completed. 

 
Paul Roseblade Jnr
Carson City Kickers


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
192 - 121 - 183 (0.509)
Thursday December 3rd, 2020 - 05:49:51 PM GMT
CCK Updated

CCK team now updated with retirements and Captain selected. 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday December 3rd, 2020 - 05:33:07 PM GMT
David Blair

Commish has done a great job  behind the bedroom door  oops  slip of the pen !  ..in the backroom where all preseason work is done and we are virtually ready to go . All of this work for no reward . !

I propose that the Commish gets a payment at end of season as other officers do . lets have a show of hands in the Air .. all who agree  ^^^   .. yo... uninamouse  vote it is carried .

 
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Thursday December 3rd, 2020 - 01:56:48 PM GMT
Trade: MIA - CHI

MIA sends Roy Hawkins (4/20 GK) to CHI for 163k

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday December 3rd, 2020 - 10:58:20 AM GMT
Dave Dowson Shield Draw

As mentioned before, Bill made the draw and Tim supplied the random team numbers. Put together the draw is a follows - teams play home and away in the sections and top 2 in each section go to the Quarter Finals.

    Dave Dowson Shield
     
Section A 24 D.C. United
  21 San Jose Earthquakes
  18 Colorado Rapids
  12 Atlanta Silverbacks
  7 Portland Timbers
  6 Carolina Railhawks
     
Section B 22 FC Dallas
  17 Vancouver Whitecaps
  16 Philadephia Union
  11 Rochester Rhinos
  8 Chivas USA
  1 Columbus Crew
     
Section C 23 Charleston Battery
  15 Real Salt Lake
  13 Kansas City Wizards
  10 Minnesota Thunder
  5 Miami FC
  2 New England Revolution
     
Section D 20 Houston Dynamos
  19 Los Angeles Galaxy
  14 Seattle Sounders
  9 New York Red Bulls
  4 Chicago Fire
  3 Montreal Impact

 
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Thursday December 3rd, 2020 - 10:44:09 AM GMT
Cup Draw Participation

The following teams receive Cup Draw Participation through 3rd December - assisting DD Shield draw.:
NY(25) RSL(25)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday December 3rd, 2020 - 10:42:49 AM GMT
Wee job for some of you please...:-)

We are doing well but need toi tidy up a few things.

Thanks to Bill and Tim I have the Dave Dowson Shield draw and I will post it up soonest today. Thanks lads.

NOW, I need the following:

SCF, DIS, CCK, USB, GBS, NSS to retire AT LEAST 4 lads and anywhere between 4-8 to get your youth total to a MAX of 25 (Min 21).

12 teams (SEA, CAR, CHA, KC, CHV, COL, ATL, MIA, MON, ROC, RSL, CHI ) to do their pre season soonest, and then I can close it and move on. League games have been scheduled - today I will do the DD Shield matches. I have a couple of tactic tweaks to organise but that will be between Mark and myself.

Thanks in advance...

 

 
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Tuesday December 1st, 2020 - 01:15:15 PM GMT
Trade: HOU - MIA

HOU sends Ben Surtees (5/20 WG) to MIA for Carlos Shanchez (5/20 FW)

 
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Tuesday December 1st, 2020 - 06:30:00 AM GMT
Trade: NY - VAN

NY sends Joshua Buatsi (2/23 GK), William Ramsay (3/27 MA), Nigel Benn (5/27 MF) to VAN for Maxime Crepeau (2/26 GK), Toni Torini (3/29 MA)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday November 30th, 2020 - 01:03:53 PM GMT
Teaching granny to suck eggs here!!

You can NOT retire any of your new lads...🤓

 
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Monday November 30th, 2020 - 11:23:24 AM GMT
Youth Player Transfers

The following teams receive Youth Player Transfers through 30th November - Pre season youth transfers...:
COL(100) ROC(100)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday November 30th, 2020 - 11:06:33 AM GMT
MONDAY Update

1        I think all the youths have been transferred to their senior teams and 8 new lads are into their youth teams – please check your own teams – flag up anything wrong please.

2        All senior teams have 25 or less players – so only retire if you want to – minimum 18 players needed, but numbers are good to go as at this morning.

3        YOUTH Teams – I see no reason to keep 25 players there, when so many are dross and never see a minute of football. If I am wrong we can correct it in the future, but I am saying you can retire enough youths to go down to 21 players, NO LESS THAN 21. By all means keep up to 25 if you want, I am just saying you CAN reduce your pool. There is no money for youth retirements...

4        PRE SEASON is open today so feel free to pick your captain and buy the CPs and any extra TPs you need – hopefully all by next Sunday-ish.

5        AUCTIONS – this season will see 1 less OTF offering per auction but at least 1 or 2 TP offerings per auction  (for all these extra youth players).

6        I beefed up the lower age 0 youths (no age 2 or 3 and fairly few 4s) so perhaps managers might look at their wee team’s potential more keenly. Hope so, anyway, it’s a plan!

I plan to start the season on Wednesday 16th December with a Dave Dowson Shield tie, everybody playing, and games will be the usual Sunday, Wednesday throughout the season. The draw will be conducted by tomorrow and posted on the Blog soon after.

What I would like is:

a)  1 more manager to take one of the 2 teams I am currently doing the preseason for – the other team I plan to play myself. Aires vacated the DAL position before the end of the season, and Brian @ LAG has no time to commit at the moment – he is hoping to re-appear at some point, and would be welcome.

b) Someone to offer to do the Cup Reviews after each Wednesday’s games – am assuming Rob wants to keep the League reviews? Or he swops over...

c) Everybody to check into the site regularly – and especially the In Box – I have found MANY unread messages in these boxes. Overall though I can only thank the great assistance I have had getting the season finished, and restarted. You all know who you are – it is appreciated, and I haven’t finished with you yet.. J I will be paying for the help – if I miss anybody I am sure you will let me know.

Thanks for last season, but now we look to go forward into season 26. Good luck!

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday November 30th, 2020 - 09:46:15 AM GMT
Monday afternoon

Gents, all will be revealed today sometime - certainly by afternoon.

I'm finishing off my Blog shortly. 

Has nobody got a mate who wants to play with us?  Must be someone who knows someone...??? 🤓🤓

 

 

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Monday November 30th, 2020 - 09:14:46 AM GMT
ROC retirements

Serious Phil??

You retired Robbie Reijnink ?

Once he was on of the most talented players I saw...unfortunately just like in his real life....it did not happen here either..

https://nl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rob_Rijnink

 

 
Marc Legowski
Chicago Fire


 
Recent Entries
Monday November 30th, 2020 - 07:47:17 AM GMT
Youth team retirements

Once all the transfers have happened, retire youth players to bring squaf down to 25?

 
Phil McIntosh
Rochester Rhinos


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
2 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Monday November 30th, 2020 - 06:11:04 AM GMT
ROC Retirements Continue

ROC dumped three more retirees, if that makes a difference to anyone for anything.  

 
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Sunday November 29th, 2020 - 08:11:59 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 29th November....:
ATL(110) CHV(105) DC(90) HOU(55) MON(135) PHI(290) POR(115) ROC(25) SEA(20) VAN(50)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday November 29th, 2020 - 04:16:13 PM GMT
Blue Day at Parkhead

1st manager of the season to get his P45? 

I don't want the job - not got enough time.. .. :-)

 
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Sunday November 29th, 2020 - 10:41:25 AM GMT
Trade: KCA - KC

KCA sends 1021k, Sue Ellen (1/16 SD) to KC for

 
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Sunday November 29th, 2020 - 10:38:08 AM GMT
Trade: KCA - KC

KCA sends Mo Body (1/15 MF), D.D. (1/19 FW), Johan (1/17 WG) to KC for

 
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Sunday November 29th, 2020 - 10:18:14 AM GMT
Trade: MTS - POR

MTS sends Mick Hart (1/4 DF), Tom Mints (1/15 MF), Steve Haynes (1/19 FW) to POR for

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday November 28th, 2020 - 10:51:24 AM GMT
Saturday Update

A GREAT response lads, and thanks for it. James, if your reading, can you please retire 5 of your KCA lads and I can then move your boys over to KC. I have only one other hiccup (Derek, you aren't supposed to retire youths before I drop the flag, but not to worry as when your new youths are posted I can transfer over your 4 players and cash right away). Then that is the hard stuff done.

Most of you can look at your senior teams and flag up anything that looks suspicious.

Still 12 youth teams to get their youngsters and they will likely be in by tomorrow sometime.

I would like you all to go into the site Monday after 11am sometime - couple of announcements (and it gives me Sunday off for good behaviour).  Been a busy week, and I can't believe the assistance - you lads have responded well to my erratic behaviour, and we have completed the real hard stuff within a week of the playoff games.    James? :-)

 
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Saturday November 28th, 2020 - 10:07:35 AM GMT
Trade: LFC - VAN

LFC sends Will Smith (1/17 DF), Junior (1/14 MF), Tiny Tim (1/6 MF) to VAN for

 
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Saturday November 28th, 2020 - 10:04:07 AM GMT
Trade: LHT - HOU

LHT sends 881k, Andy Blyth (1/14 DM) to HOU for

 
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Saturday November 28th, 2020 - 10:04:05 AM GMT
Trade: LHT - HOU

LHT sends Iain Johnstone (1/19 GK), Sam Swain (1/16 WG), Mike Bagnall (1/17 FW) to HOU for

 
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Saturday November 28th, 2020 - 10:01:50 AM GMT
Trade: WDP - DC

WDP sends 880k, Max Brown (1/15 SD) to DC for

 
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Saturday November 28th, 2020 - 10:01:48 AM GMT
Trade: WDP - DC

WDP sends Tom Heaton (1/19 GK), Jack Grealish (1/18 MF), Gary Shaw (1/16 FW) to DC for

 
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Saturday November 28th, 2020 - 10:00:04 AM GMT
Trade: CDY - CAR

CDY sends 1173k, Vince Vaughn (1/14 MA) to CAR for

 
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Saturday November 28th, 2020 - 10:00:00 AM GMT
Trade: CDY - CAR

CDY sends Norris Drysdale (1/18 GK), Richard Marx (1/16 DF), Van Morrison (1/15 DF) to CAR for

 
Jason Dowson Jnr
Carolina Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
190 - 117 - 184 (0.506)
Saturday November 28th, 2020 - 12:56:27 AM GMT
CDY retirements

5 retired from CDY

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Friday November 27th, 2020 - 11:23:03 PM GMT
Retirement

David, do you want us to retire youth team players to get down to the magic 25? 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Friday November 27th, 2020 - 05:49:20 PM GMT
Bill

Not yet please, I want to ensure all players are in their right teams and then we all can do the last task together (retiring).

Has nobody got someone who'd like to join our club? We are 2 short but I plan to take one of them - have missed playing... there must be someone....🤔🤔. (Aires has left and Brian has given up for time reasons...) 😟😟

 
Stephen Williams Jnr
Laredo Heat


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
208 - 85 - 197 (0.511)
Friday November 27th, 2020 - 05:45:19 PM GMT
HOU / LHT Actions

All done Dave

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Friday November 27th, 2020 - 05:34:44 PM GMT
Retirement

David, do you want us to retire youth team players to get down to the magic 25? 

 
Matt White Jnr
Washington Diplomats


 
Recent Entries
Friday November 27th, 2020 - 04:00:13 PM GMT
WDP retire players

David,

5 players have been retired from youth team as requested.

Matt

 
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Friday November 27th, 2020 - 01:22:00 PM GMT
Trade: WCP - CHI

WCP sends 803k, Harrison Shipp (1/19 DM) to CHI for

 
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Friday November 27th, 2020 - 01:21:59 PM GMT
Trade: WCP - CHI

WCP sends Patrick Doody (1/20 DF), Djordie Mihailovic (1/17 FW), Drew Connor (1/15 FW) to CHI for

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Friday November 27th, 2020 - 01:11:22 PM GMT
HELP NEEDED from SOME of YOU!!

Gents, we are running through pre season very well - so thanks for doing the things I ask, (in the main)  promptly. I made an error in that I did not transfer all the youth 4 players to the senior clubs before I got some new youths added to their teams. So I have 4 teams with 33 youth players and the machine seemingly only works with under 30. Guess what, I need the following:

Matt @ DC - please go to WDP and retire 5 lads

Jason @ CAR - please go to CDY and retire 5 lads

James @ KC - please go to KCA and retire 5 lads

Stephen @ HOU - please got to LHT and retire 5 lads AND retire 2 from HOU at the same time.

Derek @ POR - retire 3 lads from POR (to allow your 4 youths to come across)

Robin @ VAN - retire 2 lads from VAN (to allow 3 lads to come across)

Blog or inbox to let me know you have done it, please, and quickly. Then we can finish off the new youth players and move to pre season...

I will be honest - I took it upon my self to retire a couple of lads in teams who wouldn't miss them.. If you see one you wanted to keep (can't think why...) I will bring him back - but be content in that if they are from your senior squad you will receive the usual comp[ensation. It was done to get the number so transfers could take place. I will assist with the above if anybody asks - retiring 5 youths is easy - most teams could retire more - watch this space!!! :-) 

 
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Friday November 27th, 2020 - 12:51:00 PM GMT
Trade: SCF - ATL

SCF sends 1026k, Blaise Pascall (1/17 DM) to ATL for

 
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Friday November 27th, 2020 - 12:50:58 PM GMT
Trade: SCF - ATL

SCF sends Alec Trevelyan (1/14 DF), David Brewster (1/16 MF), James Watt (1/19 FW) to ATL for

 
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Friday November 27th, 2020 - 12:44:14 PM GMT
Trade: TDL - DAL

TDL sends 926k, Moose Costa (1/16 MA) to DAL for

 
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Friday November 27th, 2020 - 12:44:11 PM GMT
Trade: TDL - DAL

TDL sends Milan Luca (1/19 MF), Steve Moniz (1/14 WG), Joe Blue (1/4 MF) to DAL for

 
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Friday November 27th, 2020 - 12:39:02 PM GMT
Trade: LAB - LA

LAB sends 1137k, Rocco Lampone (1/18 MA) to LA for

 
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Friday November 27th, 2020 - 12:39:00 PM GMT
Trade: LAB - LA

LAB sends Pat Geary (1/6 MF), Stan Katczinsky (1/2 MF), Frank Pentangeli (1/4 WG) to LA for

 
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Friday November 27th, 2020 - 12:32:36 PM GMT
Trade: REB - CLB

REB sends 917k, Jim Johnson (1/16 DM) to CLB for

 
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Friday November 27th, 2020 - 12:32:34 PM GMT
Trade: REB - CLB

REB sends Joe Jones (1/18 GK), Bob Whitney (1/14 DF), Jacob Hupp (1/15 FW) to CLB for

 
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Friday November 27th, 2020 - 12:21:06 PM GMT
Trade: RFC - MIA

RFC sends 734k, Rodolfo Pizarro (1/16 DM) to MIA for

 
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Friday November 27th, 2020 - 12:21:03 PM GMT
Trade: RFC - MIA

RFC sends John McCarthy (1/19 GK), Denso Ulysse (1/15 DF), Matias Pellegrini (1/18 FW) to MIA for

 
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Friday November 27th, 2020 - 12:17:08 PM GMT
Trade: NSS - SEA

NSS sends 1111k, Ethan Ampadu (1/20 DM) to SEA for

 
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Friday November 27th, 2020 - 12:17:02 PM GMT
Trade: NSS - SEA

NSS sends Ben Davies (1/17 SW), Jazz Richards (1/18 DF), Stabucks Coffee (1/15 MF) to SEA for

 
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Friday November 27th, 2020 - 12:08:57 PM GMT
Trade: GBS - ROC

GBS sends 737k, Chad Henne (1/19 MA) to ROC for

 
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Friday November 27th, 2020 - 12:08:55 PM GMT
Trade: GBS - ROC

GBS sends Mecole Hardman (1/20 GK), Darwin Thompson (1/15 MF), Byron Pringle (1/16 MF) to ROC for

 
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Friday November 27th, 2020 - 12:00:58 PM GMT
Trade: USB - RSL

USB sends 1185k, Youltew (1/15 DM) to RSL for

 
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Friday November 27th, 2020 - 12:00:56 PM GMT
Trade: USB - RSL

USB sends Xherxyus (1/18 SW), Tito (1/20 WG), Flatmakh (1/16 FW) to RSL for

 
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Friday November 27th, 2020 - 11:55:24 AM GMT
Trade: LFC - VAN

LFC sends 1204k, John Evans (1/17 SD) to VAN for

 
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Friday November 27th, 2020 - 10:37:06 AM GMT
Trade: MOL - MON

MOL sends 960k, Alex Lifeson (1/19 DM) to MON for

 
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Friday November 27th, 2020 - 10:37:04 AM GMT
Trade: MOL - MON

MOL sends Geddy Lee (1/20 GK), Ian Mosely (1/16 SW), Neil Peart (1/17 DF) to MON for

 
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Friday November 27th, 2020 - 10:34:27 AM GMT
Trade: DAF - SJ

DAF sends Reece James (1/17 DF), Callum Hudson (1/13 WG), Michy Batshuayi (1/16 FW) to SJ for

 
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Friday November 27th, 2020 - 10:34:24 AM GMT
Trade: DAF - SJ

DAF sends 1224k, Billy Gilmour (1/19 MA) to SJ for

 
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Friday November 27th, 2020 - 10:31:21 AM GMT
Trade: FRR - NE

FRR sends 1547k, Daenerys Targaryen (1/18 MA) to NE for

 
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Friday November 27th, 2020 - 10:31:16 AM GMT
Trade: FRR - NE

FRR sends Tyrion Lannister (1/19 GK), Arya Stark (1/16 MF), Varys (1/3 MF) to NE for

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Thursday November 26th, 2020 - 11:07:23 PM GMT
HELP

I'm not a cheerleader DB, but an appreciative fan. If you check my FB you will see I had my days dressed as a lady but they are gone! Sad, but to fat now, I'd look like Michelle MacManus. That said, if you want me to revisit...I'll do it just for OASL! 😂

That said, again I feel you are too nice David... lads/gents, you all know that you have youth players arriving so why haven't you adapted your teams? FINE THEM..I jest. Surely if you can submit a line up every week you are aware of the rules and EOS that takes place, therefore you can prepare for that? On first glance, there is only one new manager who has not retired players to allow youth players to move up. Obviously there are times that we all make errors but please this is basics!!!

Anyhow, enough ranting from me...but please help DB, he is breaking his (old and getting older) balls in running this league. All we have to do is keep up to date with our teams and the rules. 

Cheers folks. Peace. 
 

 

 
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Thursday November 26th, 2020 - 09:20:15 PM GMT
Trade: RIS - PHI

RIS sends 960k, Matej Oravec (1/19 DM) to PHI for

 
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Thursday November 26th, 2020 - 09:20:13 PM GMT
Trade: RIS - PHI

RIS sends Joe Bendick (1/15 GK), Jacob Glesves (1/14 DF), Jack De Vries (1/17 MF) to PHI for

 
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Thursday November 26th, 2020 - 09:17:50 PM GMT
Trade: NBW - NY

NBW sends 961k, Katie Taylor (1/18 MA) to NY for

 
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Thursday November 26th, 2020 - 09:17:47 PM GMT
Trade: NBW - NY

NBW sends Enzo Macacarinelli (1/16 SW), Glenn McCrory (1/15 DF), Johnny Nelson (1/14 DF) to NY for

 
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Thursday November 26th, 2020 - 09:15:21 PM GMT
Trade: GOG - MIN

GOG sends 1212k, Divock Origi (1/18 FW) to MIN for

 
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Thursday November 26th, 2020 - 09:15:16 PM GMT
Trade: GOG - MIN

GOG sends Dejan Lovren (1/16 DF), X Shaqiri (1/15 MF), Herbie Kane (1/2 DF) to MIN for

 
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Thursday November 26th, 2020 - 09:11:26 PM GMT
Trade: DIS - CHA

DIS sends 861k, Katniss Everdeen (1/19 MA) to CHA for

 
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Thursday November 26th, 2020 - 09:11:22 PM GMT
Trade: DIS - CHA

DIS sends Effie Trinkett (1/17 DF), Coriolanus Snow (1/15 MF), Seneca Crane (1/11 MF) to CHA for

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday November 26th, 2020 - 08:45:06 PM GMT
OOOPPSS!!

No guesses as to which team I was into when I decided to send in the last Blog message - it is from ME, not Jason. Sorry, Jason - I am having a different problem with your lads.... :-(

 
Jason Dowson
Carolina RailHawks


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
516 - 224 - 384 (0.559)
Thursday November 26th, 2020 - 08:42:45 PM GMT
HELP

Gents, Noticed something I had forgotten - I never professed to be superman.. :-)

I need the following teams to retire players to get down to a maximum of 21 to allow the 4 new lads to come in.

You can retire more later but for now I need the following reductions.

HOU  1 player

POR   3 players

ROC   2 players

VAN    2 players

SEA     1 player

ATL      1 player

Apologies to CHV as I retired 3 of your lads - the worst and oldest 3 to make way for the new boys. If you want any of them changed and kept let me know and I will re-instate him/them. 

I could easily pick a diddy from the above but if you lads just do it asap thanks - or by the weekend I will do them for you. Again if I get one wrong I can bring him back - I just want to move on.... :-)

 
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Thursday November 26th, 2020 - 08:26:19 PM GMT
Trade: CCK - CHV

CCK sends Barry Bush (1/18 GK), Trevor Thorn (1/15 DF), Bruce Bark (1/14 MF) to CHV for

 
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Thursday November 26th, 2020 - 08:15:29 PM GMT
Trade: CIW - COL

CIW sends 1325k, Andreas Ivanschitz (1/18 WG) to COL for

 
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Thursday November 26th, 2020 - 08:15:26 PM GMT
Trade: CIW - COL

CIW sends Herbert Weber (1/16 DF), Karl Sesta (1/15 DF), Karl Zisschek (1/19 MA) to COL for

 
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Thursday November 26th, 2020 - 08:13:22 PM GMT
Trade: CCK - CHV

CCK sends 1007k, Calum Rose (1/17 MA) to CHV for

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Thursday November 26th, 2020 - 06:25:42 PM GMT
Well deserved Alon

There was an element of luck but the table does not lie. Well done amigo but my Bulls will be back! 

 
Alon Atie
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Thursday November 26th, 2020 - 11:32:57 AM GMT
Thank you

Thanks to all the managers that voted me manager of the season.

Essentially my league title came down to 1 lucky result I had over NY.

I am hoping for one more season of being able to be competitive(along with Bill).

Then our aging squads will inevitably be overtaken by younger fitter and more skillful opposition.

However I am really looking forward to season 26

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday November 26th, 2020 - 10:56:38 AM GMT
Wednesday Update

No, I don't pay Bill to be a Cheerleader for me, but secretly I quite enjoy it. A lot of work goes into finishing off and setting up a season (as I am finding out), but with the lockdown it is amazing what you can get through in a short time.

I have emailed personally the 3 lads missing with their youth players, as I can see they have not seen my note their in Box..

This morning I have converted the youth players MPP and added a further 30TPs to each youth team - the default is 30 but every wee team gets 60. You can check your MPP and TPs - any problems let me know - easily sorted, but I think they are correct.

Also been added is the 3 OTF to Minnesota and Kansas City (Manager of the season and Fair Play Award).

Next job will be to move all 4 youths to the senior teams along with half the youth team's monies - I am on it. 

You lads have nothing to do just yet, please, once I have finished that job we can get down to opening the season up, but not just yet.... It's all go!!  :-)

 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday November 26th, 2020 - 10:20:04 AM GMT
Simon and Cash

In OASL the top amount is 5000k, BUT nobody was that high when the last games were played, so no problem.

I won't worry about the high amounts yet, as teams will be spending on CPs etc soon enough BUT NOT YET, please.  I will watch it just before the start of the season proper.

I have my plans - and getting in the last 3 sets of youth players is a priority so I can hand them out for transferring into their new teams.

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Thursday November 26th, 2020 - 10:12:58 AM GMT
Maximum cash

I entered the blog in the wrong league...pfff.

For this league, is there a maximum cash amount at the end of the season?

(SFLSL has a maximum of 4.000)

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Thursday November 26th, 2020 - 12:13:40 AM GMT
The big 3

Come on lads, give the bro a punt up... As I understand, the daddy in this town, The big DB, wants us all to allow him to finish the season. Ain't no unreasonable request (it's for your good as managers) and I suggest ya'll "Pulp Fiction" yourselves into line with that request... DB is fed up asking, no more PLEASE. ⚽️⚽️⚽️

DB deserves a "hand" 👏👏👏 when he is finally finished with this EOS work.  Thank you.

Next season looks as positive a season as I can remember, in many ways for OASL. DD, The Dowson, has built and left a gem of ideas and a great future for DB to build on. He is doing this with heart and head. I trust what DB is doing and applaud. Thank you again.

DD, 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday November 25th, 2020 - 08:34:12 PM GMT
3 to go

Received RSL - thanks!!

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday November 25th, 2020 - 08:32:45 PM GMT
Youth new lads

Only ATL, RSL, ROC, and CHV to come - 20 of 24 is GOOD. 24/24 is even better..... !! Thanks.

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday November 25th, 2020 - 02:54:56 PM GMT
IMPORTANT

Please do NOT retire any of your youth team players yet - time for that later. AND you don't get any money on them.

Derek, you are one of the 6 teams I need the return of your new youth players names and positions - please check your inbox....

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday November 25th, 2020 - 02:51:35 PM GMT
Youth Players

18 sets in, gents, only 6 to go. Very impressed with the feedback on this 

Can ATL, CAR, CHV, POR, ROC, and RSL please check their in Box and return the form to me asap.

Then we can move on to posting the players into your youth teams and then I will give you the GOOD news....

PS I do need a new lad to come in - team ready for him - anybody know somebody please? If so, I will give you 1st dibs on staying with your current team or taking the spare one - can't be fairer than that... :-) 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday November 25th, 2020 - 01:57:35 PM GMT
Andy

Yep, got them... :-)

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Wednesday November 25th, 2020 - 01:26:37 PM GMT
Youth players

Mine have now been sent. 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday November 25th, 2020 - 11:10:56 AM GMT
Retirements

I have paid out to the 12 teams who have retired players - any more before the aging MUST have retired their deadbeats by 2pm today... Fair warning - there isn't a great deal of cash here but better in your pockets now than the lower amounts later...  :-)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday November 25th, 2020 - 11:08:42 AM GMT
Youth Players naming and positioning

THANK you very much for the reaction to my request for the players to be named and returned to me.

Currently I have 17 returns - only 7 of you to come back - BUT I can see at least 4 of you still have not gone into your IN Box - please do - and return the names to me soonest. 

This afternoon after I have recorded the lads I have I will mention the teams still missing - beat me to it, and send them to me asap. 

We are moving well on the end of season stuff - this job gets no easier especially when I still have to understand the closing of a season - running a season is easy compared to closing one.

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday November 25th, 2020 - 11:03:00 AM GMT
Manager of the Season Poll

Gents, winner for the award this season is (drum roll..)

ALON ATIE (Minnesota Thunder)

(He has enough votes from the 17 votes so far that he can not be overtaken.) OTF he earns gets paid once the old season is finished off - hopefully today later on.

PLUS the winner of the Fair Play Award is (another drum roll, please...) 

KANSAS CITY WIZARDS - again the 3 OTF will be paid after the current season is squared off.

This morning I have added all the player awards as follows:

      SLs
Golden Boot Gordon Groom (MIN) 1st Div + 2
  Toni Torini (VAN) 2nd Div + 2
Golden Gloves Carlos Coroner (PHI) 1st Div + 2
  Edwin Hubble (ATL) 2nd Div + 2
Age 0/1 Gold Boot Aaron Wheeler (PHI) 1st Div + 2
  John Peel (POR) 2nd Div + 2
Age 0/1 Gold Gloves Steve Rogers (KC) 1st Div + 2
  George Gamow (ATL) 2nd Div + 2
       
Youth Golden Boot Daddy Pig (FRR) 3rd Div + 2
  Ryan Drake (LHT) 4th Div + 2
Youth Golden Gloves Ken Rogers (LAB) 3rd Div + 2
  J J Rigg (REB) 4th Div + 2

 

 
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Wednesday November 25th, 2020 - 10:34:38 AM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 25th November....:
CHA(40) COL(150) CLB(70) DAL(70) KC(70) LA(160) MIA(75) MON(120) NE(40) RSL(80) SJ(40) SEA(35)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday November 25th, 2020 - 09:33:45 AM GMT
NOTE!!

Aging will be done after 2pm tomorrow - Wednesday....🤓👍

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday November 24th, 2020 - 10:32:34 PM GMT
NOTE!!

Aging will be done after 2pm tomorrow - Wednesday....🤓👍

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday November 23rd, 2020 - 08:43:34 PM GMT
Please Lads

Check your IN BOX for your new youth players - I need a response from you all - thanks to Rob and Stephen who have come back pretty smart... :-)

 
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Monday November 23rd, 2020 - 10:56:07 AM GMT
Awards

The following teams receive Awards through 24th November as per Front Page Updates and Manager Surveys....:
CHV(250)

 
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Monday November 23rd, 2020 - 10:48:59 AM GMT
Awards

The following teams receive Awards through 24th November as per League and Cup Reviews (COL = 50% for half the season)....:
COL(150) PHI(500)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday November 23rd, 2020 - 10:46:29 AM GMT
Monday Update 2

Hopefully these are the corect - I think so. Payments for the league placings and the cup earnings - this is a busy morning.

PS Nobody need worry about a Robin Hood situation - until the new season .....

  League  DD Al Sellers Al Sellers  Youth   
  Placing Shield Cup Plate Cup  
Minnesota Thunder 850   200     1050
New York Red Bulls 450 350   250   1050
Philadelphia Union 350 150       500
Kansas City Wizards 300         300
Carolina Railhawks 280   500     780
Houston Dynamo 260         260
Columbus Crew 240         240
Chivas USA 220         220
FC Dallas 210 100       310
Colorado Rapids 200     100   300
Charleston Battery 200         200
Los Angeles Galaxy 200   300     500
D.C. United 650         650
Atlanta Silverbacks 350     75   425
New England Revolution 280         280
San Jose Earthquakes 260         260
Montreal Impacts 250         250
Vancouver Whitecaps 240         240
Chicago Fire 230         230
Real Salt Lake 220         220
Miami FC 210 200   150   560
Seattle Sounders 200         200
Portland Timbers 200         200
Rochester Rhinos 200   100     300
             
New Bedford Whalers 350         350
Daniel Island S.A. 300         300
Fall River Rovers 250       200 450
Langley F.C. 230         230
Utah Surf Boys S.C. 220         220
Mount Tabor S.C. 210         210
Los Angeles Blues 200         200
Texas Dutch Lions 200         200
Carson City Kickers 200         200
Savannah Celtic FC 200         200
Roxborough Indians S.C. 200         200
Gananda Bandits S.C. 200         200
Carolina Dynamo 300         300
Colorado Ice White 250         250
Windy City Pride 230         230
KC Athletics 220         220
Red Force FC 210         210
Laredo Heat 200         200
De Anza Force S.C. 200         200
Montreal Olympique 200         200
Columbus Rebels 200         200
Washington Diplomats 200         200
Golden Gophers 200       100 300
North Sound Seawolves 200         200

 
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Monday November 23rd, 2020 - 10:43:49 AM GMT
Awards

The following teams receive Awards through 23rd November as per league placings and Cup earnings....:
ATL(425) CDY(300) CAR(780) CCK(200) CHA(200) CHI(230) CHV(220) CIW(250) COL(300) CLB(240) REB(200) DC(650) DIS(300) DAF(200) FRR(450) DAL(310) GBS(200) GOG(200) HOU(260) KC(300) KCA(220) LFC(230) LHT(200) LAB(200) LA(500) MIA(560) MIN(1050) MON(250) MOL(200) MTS(210) NBW(350) NE(280) NY(1050) NSS(200) PHI(500) POR(200) RSL(220) RFC(210) ROC(300) RIS(200) SJ(260) SCF(200) SEA(200) TDL(200) USB(220) VAN(240) WDP(200) WCP(230)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday November 23rd, 2020 - 10:23:47 AM GMT
Monday update

Gents, if you plan to retire any of your SENIOR team players please do so asap - when I do the aging, it will drop their SLs and you might miss some cash out. Some of you will be waiting for aging to bring them down to an age to retire them - up to you of course. But do any retirements NOW - aging will be done inside a couple of days from now.

However do NOT NOT retire any youth lads - there will be news later about them. I want to bring the 4 lads over to the senior teams, then add your 8 new lads, and THEN you can retire players. There is a reason for this, so please bear with me... all will be revealed by Wednesday maximum :-)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday November 23rd, 2020 - 10:17:29 AM GMT
Prediction (Poll) Payments

Gents, second payment made today - and why every club doesn't spend 1 minute entering it each week escapes me. Over the 22 polls (plus a payment for voicing an opinion on the Al Sellers Cup set up) RSL gained 375k, PHI 355k - for 1 minutes work pewr league week.... a total of 4885k was paid throughout the season - did you get your average share? Maybe next season, eh?

Table below for the 2nd half of the season

  12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 PSA   TOTALS
                          2nd half  

1st and 2nd 

halves added 

ATL 30 20 10 10   10 10 10 10 20 20 25 175   325
CAR 10 20 10 10 10 10 10 10 20 10 20 25 165   305
CHA         10 10 10           30   90
CHI                         0   60
CHV 10   20 10   20     10 10 20 25 125   275
COL 20 20 10 10   20 30 10 20 30 20 25 215   315
CLB               10   10     20   50
DAL                     20 25 45   45
DC       10             20 25 55   105
HOU     10     10 10         25 55   165
KC             10         25 35   125
LA 10   10 10 20     20     20 25 115   215
MIA 20 20   10 10 10 10 10     20 25 135   235
MIN     10   10 20 10 10   10 20 25 115   235
MON 10 10 10 20 10 10   20 20 10 20 25 165   315
NE 10 10       10 10   20   20 25 105   215
NY 30   20   10 10 10 10   10 20 25 145   255
PHI 10 20 10 10 10 20 10 10 20 30 20 25 195   355
POR                       25 25   45
ROC 10 10 10   10 10         20 25 95   245
RSL 10 20 30 10 20 20 10   10 10 20 25 185   375
SAN 20 10 20   10 10 10 10 20 10 20 25 165   295
SEA     10 10   10 10       20 25 85   185
VAN         10             25 35   55

.  

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday November 23rd, 2020 - 10:09:32 AM GMT
Prediction League

The following teams receive Prediction League through 23rd November as per 2nd Poll activity payments....:
ATL(175) CAR(165) CHA(30) CHV(125) COL(215) CLB(20) DC(55) DAL(45) HOU(55) KC(35) LA(115) MIA(135) MIN(115) MON(165) NE(105) NY(145) PHI(195) POR(25) RSL(185) ROC(95) SJ(165) SEA(85) VAN(35)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday November 23rd, 2020 - 10:00:13 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 23rd November....:
COL(15) MIA(15) NY(30) PHI(30) ROC(15)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday November 22nd, 2020 - 03:00:41 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 48:
KC Athletics - MVP #3: 1 TP (wwD)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday November 22nd, 2020 - 02:38:08 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 22nd November....:
CHI(80)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday November 22nd, 2020 - 02:29:49 PM GMT
Todays Games

No idea the problem but have asked Mark to have a look at it. Sorry for the broken and eaten fingernails out there....

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Sunday November 22nd, 2020 - 02:08:15 PM GMT
Match Deadline

It's counting up.

Probably can't cope with all the conditionals for the playoff match.

If T = left foot in and G = left foot out then shake it all about

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday November 22nd, 2020 - 11:08:03 AM GMT
Assistance...

Gents, thanks to the lads who have offered to help transfer the youths over. I plan to use you all... 👍👍
I plan to do one player and copy it to you so you know the boxes to fill in.

Will be sending out the youth players to the clubs probably tomorrow so each manager can get started on it.

We are moving well- have decided we will need only a short close season - certainly looking to start in December latest. 
Watch this space - interesting stuff coming up.. eg I am looking for 1 new lad - if you know somebody let me know please. Thanks in advance.. 🥃

 
Phil McIntosh
Rochester Rhinos


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
2 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday November 22nd, 2020 - 04:55:10 AM GMT
Assist

Glad to assist if you still need someone, but I can't imagine that I'm very high on the list of qualified applicants...

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday November 21st, 2020 - 06:46:00 PM GMT
Help

Sorry, I meant that I have not transferred youths yet so will need comprehensive instructions. Happy to do what I can, no time to learn like the present. 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday November 21st, 2020 - 06:05:20 PM GMT
Bill

Yep, things will start but only after the last games - I'm moving on things on Monday including all the awards being paid out. Clear the decks to handle the new youths going in. 
Be good if everybody could check out the Blog on Monday EVENING, please. Thanks..

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday November 21st, 2020 - 05:26:11 PM GMT
Youths

Happy to help but not done yet...

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday November 21st, 2020 - 11:32:29 AM GMT
Saturday Update

1  Thanks to the lads who have offered to help with the youth transfers - I will be in touch oince the returns come in - I will be sending out each team's 8 new lads after tomorrow's games are completed. I could still do with a couple of willing workers preferably if you have done it before - doesn't take long if each lad does say 6 teams each. Cheers!

2  All in for tomorrow's matches - thanks..

3  Below is the table for the youths coming up as MPPs, and where necessary it includes the lad who will be downgraded to make way for the upcoming "star". Please check and if not right, SHOUT, otherwise I will be on to it the minute I close the season off.

    Youth       Senior       
    Team       Team      
    Player Current  >MPP     Downgrade Current  >POS
Senior Youth   POS       Player POS  
                   
ATL SCF Pascall MF DM   ATL Browne MA MF
CAR CDY Vaughn MF MA   CAR Wabo MA FW
CHA DIS Evergreen FW MA   CHA Jones MA MF
CHI WCP Shipp MF DM   CHI n/a    
CHV CCK Rose FW MA   CHV Birch  DM DF
COL CIW Zisschek FW MA   COL Schmidt DM MF
CLB REB Johnson MF DM   CLB Hines MA MF
DAL TDL Costa WG MA   DAL McDowall DM DF
DC WDP Brown  DF SD   DC Richardson   MF
HOU LHT Blyth DF DM   HOU Munton MA FW
KC KCA Ellen DF SD   KC Murphy SD DF
LA LAB Lampone FW MA   LA Harris DM MF
MIA RFC Pizarro MF DM   MIA Shaughnessy DM DF
MIN GOG Origi FW MA   MIN Grater DM DF
MON MOL Lifeson DF DM   MON n/a    
NE FRR Targarean FW MA   NE n/a    
NY NBW Taylor MF MA   NY Murphy MA FW
PHI RIS Oravec MF DM   PHI n/a    
POR MTS Clements MF MA   POR Dennis SD DF
ROC GBS Henne MF MA   ROC Dover MA FW
RSL USB Youltew MF DM   RSL Garcia DM DF
SAN DAF Gilmour MF MA   SAN Di Matteo DM MF
SEA NSS Ampadu DF DM   SEA n/a    
VAN LFC Evans DF SD   VAN Wilcox MA MF

 

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Friday November 20th, 2020 - 08:30:36 PM GMT
Help needed?

David if you need any help, just let me know.

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Friday November 20th, 2020 - 10:32:16 AM GMT
Last Day - MPPs

 

Plus more teams have given me their youth team's MPP - missing now are:

ATL, LA, MIA, ROC

Remember to give me a lad to downgrade at the same time if the new lad takes you to 6 MPPs (I think all the above teams currently have 5 MPPs)

Got till tonight - tomorrow I will complete the table for you and Blog it - can't change anything till after Sunday of course, but have now completed the new youths skills - they will come out Monday.... 

Overwhelmingly (17-4) the vote is for the Al Sellers Cup to be played in 6 sections of 4 teams (winners and 2 best runners up to Quarter Finals and remaining 16 teams to the Plate competition..) Thanks for taking part..

Anybody else fancy copying some new youths to their youth teams - please apply here.. :-)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday November 19th, 2020 - 08:22:52 PM GMT
Last Poll - Manager of the Season

Online now - will run till next Wednesday evening. Get your votes in now....

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday November 19th, 2020 - 07:29:20 PM GMT
Youth Teams still to post...

ATL, CHA, CLB, LA, MIA, ROC by Friday night please.

  • Remember a current SW/DF can be a SD
  • A current DF/MF can be a DM
  • A current MF/FW/WG can be a MA

Remember at the same time you select your youth to be an MPP, as all of you already have 5 MPPs, I need a player in your senior team for me to downgrade, and tell me the new position. Use above table in reverse..

Use my in Box or here on the Blog, but use one of the options.

****************************************************************************************************************************

I am working on the new youth lads now - will be done by tonight, so shortly I will send out your 8 lads SLs for you to complete. It's all go...

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday November 18th, 2020 - 10:16:50 AM GMT
Wednesday CUP FINALS DAY Update

Only Alon to put his lines in for tonight, and we are good to go.

See you at 8pm for all the action.... :-)

Plus 3 more teams have given me their youth team's MPP - missing now are:

ATL, CAR, CHA, CLB, LA, MIA, NE, ROC

You boys are moving well, thanks. 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday November 17th, 2020 - 04:02:35 PM GMT
Al Sellers Cup Poll

Gents, only 3 teams to put in their selection for the format for the above Cup for next season. Let me have them soonest please, for a full house..

CHA, CHI, CLB

(Decision is pretty overwhelming already, but I'd like to have a full house of opinions.)

Already have just over half (13) of the teams responses to the Youth MPP question - only 11 left to go....

ATL, CAR, CHA, CHI, CHV, COL, CLB, LA, MIA, NE, ROC.

Go on, make my day!!! Thanks.

 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday November 16th, 2020 - 10:19:55 AM GMT
Monday Update

Gents, as mentioned earlier I am leaving the Poll on the set up of the Al Sellers Cup till Wednesday evening, hoping the 7 teams still to declare do so.

Not wishing to be seen as bribery, but I have allocated some cash to the teams already who have voted - and any further votes will be paid by Wednesday.

Then on Thursday I will do the last Poll - Manager of the Season - which will run for a week. THEN I will pay out the 2nd part of the Poll payments - some nice money been made here.. :-)

*************************************************************************************************************************

I am now working on the youth lads for next season, and I plan to get you lads more involved in your youth squad - making more decisions than you are used to - watch this space. Meantime in advance I am asking for around 4 volunteers to copy over the youth lads (not for about a fortnight as I haven't written out to teams just yet - but I am moving fast on this.).  Four lads doing 6 teams each is about right, and there will be a small payment for it.. Prefer lads who have donme it before but will accept any help.  

*************************************************************************************************************************

NOW for Wednesday's BIG Cup night - remember some of you made the Semi Finals so you have a 3rd/4th place match to team line for - winner gets some more cash than the loser, and some prestige.. 

*************************************************************************************************************************

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday November 16th, 2020 - 10:08:49 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 16th November....:
CHV(15) PHI(30) RSL(25) SJ(25)

 
Tim Batth
Real Salt Lake


 
Recent Entries
Sunday November 15th, 2020 - 11:06:25 PM GMT
RSL / USB MPP Updated Change Request

USB (Youth) - upgrade below to MPP:

Youltew 0/15 MF to DM

RSL (Sr.) MPP to downgrade:

Gilberto Garcia 4/18 DM down to DF

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday November 15th, 2020 - 08:28:34 PM GMT
Poll Match

The poll now on is about the Al Sellers Cup format for next season. I will leave it on till after Wednesday evening's Cup Finals. That way I hope the 7 who haven't yet voted will vote and give their opinions. 

On Thursday the last Poll will be for the manager of the Season 25 and will run from Thursday till the following Wednesday. I have worked on today and have all the awards ready (except for the Cups) and all will be pretty advanced by the time the playoffs come up next Sunday. 

Playoff games are on the site - session 48. Off to watch a comedy - I need a laugh... :-)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday November 15th, 2020 - 06:58:47 PM GMT
YOUTH MPPs

Lads,

Please note the rule hasn't changed - you get ONE of your age 0 players changed to a MPP  so only need to choose one of them (and downgrade a current MPP if you already have 5).

Good news is 6 of you have sent in your answers now, many thanks, but 2 lads have sent in more than one MPP. If they can change it and re-send that would be good. 👍

Look forward to the rest coming in - I'll have the playoff games online tonight (whilst Strictly is on - aargh!!) 😬😬

 
Tim Batth
Real Salt Lake


 
Recent Entries
Sunday November 15th, 2020 - 05:15:30 PM GMT
RSL / USB MPP Change Request

USB (Youth) - upgrade below to MPP:

1. Xhersyus 0/18 SW to SD

2. Youltew 0/15 MF to DM

RSL (Sr.) MPP to doungrade:

1. Grozdan 4/19 MA down to MF

2. Gilberto Garcia 4/18 DM down to DF

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday November 15th, 2020 - 02:01:11 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 46:
Houston Dynamo - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWD)
New York Red Bulls - MVP #11: 25k (WWw)
D.C. United - MVP #6: 25k (wWd)
Langley F.C. - MVP #4: 1 CP (Wwd)
New Bedford Whalers - MVP #5: 25k (DwW)
Mount Tabor S.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWD)
Golden Gophers - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (DWw)
Carolina Dynamo - MVP #3: 1 TP (dWw)
Montreal Olympique - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWD)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday November 15th, 2020 - 10:28:15 AM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 15th November....:
PHI(40) RSL(90)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday November 15th, 2020 - 10:16:38 AM GMT
Youth Set Up for Next Season 26

I announced when we started this season my plan to axe the Youth auction and instead move all age 0 players (once aged) over to the Senior team during the close season. (If the 4th player is not required at all he can be retired as before after he moves over.) 

So, all I need for you is to fill in the boxes below, please, and return to me, either to my email, in Box, or Blog:

Youth Team Name:

Senior Team Name:

Player changing to MPP -

MPP pos – SD/DM/MA -

  • Remember a current SW/DF can be a SD
  • A current DF/MF can be a DM
  • A current MF/FW/WG can be a MA

Please Reply by Friday 20th November to allow me to move on them. Thanks.

I have sent this message to your inbox as well - call it insurance.

If no reply by evening Friday 20th I will choose an MPP player and position for a team (not randomly, but looking at the "best" position the team needs one.)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday November 15th, 2020 - 10:03:35 AM GMT
Sunday Update

Last League matches (before the playoffs) and only 3 teams still to post teamlines. All 3 will be fine by 2pm (remember it is 2pm now till March)

Next season I will list any teams missing just in case someone thinks he has posted but actually hasn't. Another free service from the Commish... :-)

Lots to be decided today and soon after my work starts...... at least I get the time due to lockdown (Scottish tier 3).

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday November 12th, 2020 - 10:02:17 AM GMT
Last Midweek games scheduled.

All for next Wednesday session 47..

  Al Sellers Cup Final       Referee
Los Angeles Galaxy                         v   Carolina Railhawks   Al Sellars
           
  Al Sellers 3rd/4th Place       Referee
Minnesota Thunder                         v   Rochester Rhinos   Alan Freeland
           
  Al Sellers Plate Final       Referee
New York Red Bulls                         v   Miami FC   Steve Turner
           
  Al Sellers Plate 3rd/4th Place       Referee
Atlanta Silverbacks                          v   Colorado Rapids   Douglas McDonald
           
  Youth Cup Final       Referee
Golden Gophers                         v   Fall River Rovers   Howard Webb

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday November 11th, 2020 - 09:38:54 AM GMT
Wednesday update

Full house for tonight lads - thanks.

Straight forward - winners to the Final - losers to the 3rd/4th place playoffs.

Best of luck to all 4 clubs.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday November 11th, 2020 - 09:34:58 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 11th November as per Manager Survey....:
CHV(50)

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Tuesday November 10th, 2020 - 07:09:16 PM GMT
OASL Manager Interview - Part 5 - Paul Roseblade

My interview is now available to view on the main page. Please scroll down to review my responses. 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday November 9th, 2020 - 10:35:30 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 9th November....:
COL(40) PHI(15) SJ(25)

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Monday November 9th, 2020 - 01:58:58 AM GMT
RE Season Review

Colorado are involved with all sorts of promotion and relegation tangles.

On Sunday the Rapids played New York and next week we play Minnesota.

Ahead of the New York game we had a 3pt lead over FC Dallas,

And on Wednesday we face Miami in the Alan Sellers semi-final.

So we put in a decent team at home to New York but lost 2-0, Dallas won which puts them ahead on GD by 1.

Minnesota only need a draw next Sunday which would suit us if Dallas lose, but they face 2nd bottom Charleston, although Miami are 2nd bottom of Div 2 and they're our opponents in the Cup.

Atlanta are also in the mix going for the Div 2 title and are in the other half of the Alan Sellers Cup facing New York and Atlanta's final league game is vs Miami.

Oh and Colorado's Ice Whites are also fighting for the Div 4 title and promotion.

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday November 8th, 2020 - 08:24:15 PM GMT
NEXT SEASON AL SELLERS CUP COMPETITION

(Thanks Rob..)

Gents, I Blogged before about the situation as regards the 2 Cup competitions (I didn’t think it was fair the last 8 in the DD Shield getting byes to the last 16 of the Al Sellers Cup, and all being kept apart in the last 16 draw).

I received one comment only about this, so I assume nobody else has an opinion on the subject. So, I plan to change the set up during the close season and will give every team a say in what change will be made.

Dave Dowson Shield will be played out as per the Rules, except the 8 qualifiers for the Quarter Finals will not receive a bye into the 2nd Round of the Al Sellers Cup, as has been the practice in the last few seasons. Both Cups will be treated separately to allow every team an equal chance when they compete.

The Al Sellers Cup will be played with all 24 teams taking part in the 1st round.

Choices for playing the 1st round are as follows:

1        Play as the Youth Cup – 8 sections of 3 teams playing each other once only – again the top team in each section goes to the Quarter Finals. Quarter Finals and Semis are home and away, Remaining 16 teams go to the Plate competition. Plate games are knockouts played on neutral grounds, as before.

2        6 sections of 4 teams playing each other once only (neutral grounds) with the top team plus 2 best 2nd places going to the Quarter Finals. Quarter and Semi Finals playing home and away. Remaining 16 clubs will go to the Plate competition, played as knockout on neutral grounds.

I have Poll the above. If votes are level, I will make a decision, and the Rules will be altered by the start of the new season.    VOTE FOR YOUR PREFERENCE - and by next Sunday. before match time...

All voting will receive a participation fee.

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Sunday November 8th, 2020 - 08:01:27 PM GMT
Season reveiw

Excellent summary David

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday November 8th, 2020 - 07:52:08 PM GMT
Season Review (before final day)

1st Division - Minnesota Thunder need a point to guarantee the title - if they lose then a New York Red Bull win would take the title instead on goal difference. At the bottom it is relegation for sure for Los Angeles Galaxy and Charleston Battery. Colorado Rapids and Dallas are fighting to avoid the playoff game - basically Dallas need to equal or better Colorado's result to avoid the sudden death match.

2nd Division - Atlanta Silverbacks and D.C. United will definitely be coming up - order of 1st and 2nd depends upon next Sunday. Atlanta need to equal or better the D.C. score to win the title, whereas D.C. need Atlanta to draw or lose and they win themselves. The playoff spot is hard to call as 5 teams realistically can make it. At the bottom Rochester need to win to have any chance of not picking up the wooden spoon. 

3rd Division - Intriguing as New Bedford Whalers will win if they beat Fall River Rovers - if they lose they will give 1st place to FRR, except that Daniel Island could also win the title if they win their final game and NBW draw or lose. Relegated will be 2 of Savannah Celtic, Roxborough Indians, and Gananda Bandits - 3rd team will be in the playoffs for relegation.

4th Division - Carolina Dynamos will take the title and promotion with a win in their last match - lose and they could be pipped by Colorado Ice White and Windy City Pride. The team who finish 3rd will be in the playoffs plus Red Force or K.C Athletics.

(If any of this is wrong someone will tell me - I am just amusing myself with the league tables.)  

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday November 8th, 2020 - 07:31:02 PM GMT
Poll Match Review

Shame about the no show today - as the team concerned earned a big win. :-( 

Always think it is hard on a team (any team) who does all the right things but loses to an NMR - just me, I know and life can mess up good intentions and of course that comes first..!!!

Anyway the Poll match managed to throw up a couple of correct results and scorelines - 30k to both, plus 1 other draw (20K) and 8 more who got it all wrong (10k each).

Likely I will have a different type of Poll for next week so watch for it - probably tomorrow morning.. 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday November 8th, 2020 - 02:01:40 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 44:
Columbus Crew - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #8: 25k (wWW)
Portland Timbers - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (DWw)
Fall River Rovers - MVP #6: 25k (WdW)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday November 8th, 2020 - 10:01:05 AM GMT
Sunday Update

Just 3 teams and their youths still to come in but lots of time still to do it.  2nd last league game of the season, chances today that some promotions/relegations will be finalised - I'll do that tonight while the good lady watches Strictly come make a fool of yourself err Dancing... Each to their own - she doesn't watch my Westerns.. :-)

Good luck this afternoon!!

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Tuesday November 3rd, 2020 - 09:37:58 AM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 3rd November....:
POR(30)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Tuesday November 3rd, 2020 - 09:28:28 AM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through 3rd November - over payment for manager survey....:
COL(-50)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday November 2nd, 2020 - 10:44:37 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 2nd November....:
CHV(30) COL(15) CLB(50) MIA(20) PHI(35) SJ(25) VAN(15)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday November 1st, 2020 - 07:44:16 PM GMT
Poll Match Review PLUS

I can pick them... again nobody got the full 30k from the Poll match today but I have allocated 150k to teams who gained 20k and 10k awards. Game finished 1-0 and 6 got the result correct, if not the scoreline.

From today's games I can see the 1st division title will be won by Minnesopta Thunder or the New York Red Bulls. and that Atlanta Silverbacks and D.C. United are both going up to the 1st division, but not sure in which order yet. 5 teams can make the one playoff spot.

New Bedford Whalers, Daniel Island S.C. and Fall River Rovers can all win the youth 1st division (3rd division asa in the tables) with Gananda Bandits definitely going down to the 2nd division youth (or 4th division in the tables).It will be any 2 from Colorado Ice White, Windy City Pride, and Carolina Dynamos who will go up automatically to the higher youth division, the 3rd team will be in the playoffs for sure.

New Poll Match will be:

Portland Timbers v Real Salt Lake

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday November 1st, 2020 - 07:26:20 PM GMT
A Trophy??

I think you should know Mark in SESL used to fine clubs when they reached 201 in DPs (maybe 200) - and the fine was equal to the DPs so 213DP = 213k fine.

That was until it was reasoned that the punishments for using "a" and "d" (or having card happy referees) seemed punishment enough. IE suspensions, low ELs and of course results can go against you if you suffer a sending off. So it was dropped. Boring if everybody used normal for all their players all the time.

I think pound for pound that OASL referees are not as card happy as SESL ones..... Enjoy the ride, Al.. :-)

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Sunday November 1st, 2020 - 04:47:07 PM GMT
That DP race...

With a booking vs. Colorado today Houston moves to 198.

Our Crew under-performed a little today and only had 2 bookings.  We are now level with Houston at 198 DPs.

David: What award do I win for the most DP in a season?  I'm sure I should get a trophy or something?  

:-)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday November 1st, 2020 - 02:01:49 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 42:
New York Red Bulls - MVP #10: 25k (WdW)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday November 1st, 2020 - 10:59:08 AM GMT
Sunday update

Virtually a full house for this afternoon so far (1senior and 2 youth team lineups still to come in but David will be there...) 👍👍

1st November - where has the year gone? Mostly indoors I fear, with more to come...😟😟

Good luck to all and stay safe. 😷😷

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Saturday October 31st, 2020 - 10:11:21 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 30th October as per Manager Survey....:
COL(50)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday October 31st, 2020 - 06:28:05 PM GMT
Simon

Look at the rules wiki and under the Al Sellers cup you'll see the part about the connection between the last 8 of the DD Shield and the Al Seller.s cup.

Dave brought it in some seasons past and to be honest when I ran LA Galaxy we more often qualified than not but I knew it wasn't fair. (Turkeys don't vote for Christmas.) 

 
Simon Bijker Jnr
Red Force FC


 
Recent Entries
Saturday October 31st, 2020 - 02:09:16 PM GMT
Cup's

I am always in favour for everyone to compete. One cup before the MSA and one cup after the MSA.

I was not aware of the ruling behind the qualification.

 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday October 31st, 2020 - 01:32:16 PM GMT
Dave Dowson Shield and Al Sellers Cups

The current practice is that the top 2 teams in each section of the DD Shield get automatic bye into the 2nd round of the AL Cup, and even then are kept apart in the 8 x 2nd round ties. They only join it when 8 teams have already been eliminated from the 1st round, surely making it a little easier to be the same 8 teams who get to the Quarter Finals of both the Cup competitions.

It is only because I don't have a senior team that I got to thinking that perhaps every club should have a right to compete evenly for both the cups - no link should be made between the 2 competitions.

By mentioning this now, I am seeking views on what the you think. If enough people agree I would post a Poll giving the 3 options for you to vote on. If nobody agrees with my reasoning, then I'll leave well alone.

Comments can be made via the Blogs here, to my In Box, or to my email address - all would be counted for participation cash.

PS The Al Sellers Plate would still be played for in any event, and the monies earned in all 3 competitions won't be affected at all.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Friday October 30th, 2020 - 10:18:01 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 30th October as per Manager Survey....:
COL(50)

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Friday October 30th, 2020 - 05:00:09 PM GMT
OASL Manager Interview - Part 5 - Roy Rolsten

Roy Rolsten's interview is now available to view on the main page. Please scroll down to review his responses. 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Thursday October 29th, 2020 - 09:27:30 PM GMT
Trade: POR - MON

POR sends 300k to MON for 4 TP

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Thursday October 29th, 2020 - 09:27:23 PM GMT
Trade: POR - MON

POR sends 400k to MON for Callum McQuade (3/22 DF)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday October 29th, 2020 - 08:03:41 AM GMT
Envy

Al, lucky you I don't have a senior team, as I usually topped the division in DPs. I like the game and use "a"s to bring up some lesser lights - watch EF in SESL - it'll be Matt or myself who gets the award...😬😬😬

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Wednesday October 28th, 2020 - 10:22:05 PM GMT
Columbus intend to be your champions...

...in the number of DPs. 

We trail Houston 194-190.  

With 11 players set to "dirty" in our upcoming Philadelphia Union match we hope to overtake Mr. Williams and Houston.

Al

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday October 28th, 2020 - 09:30:02 AM GMT
Wednesday Update

All in for tonight's 2 x 1st Leg Semi Finals of the Al Sellers Cup. Good luck to all - Ill try to do a review of the games straight after them - like you are sitting waiting for them.... lol

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday October 27th, 2020 - 04:00:49 PM GMT
Participation cash

As I said earlier, Blogs made after 1st thing Monday will be credited next Monday 3rd November - CHV, COL, and VAN are the teams involved. Gets me bvack on to the Monday 1st thing deadline... :-)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Tuesday October 27th, 2020 - 03:59:00 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through as at 26th October....:
CHA(30) CLB(40) MIA(15) NE(50) NY(25) PHI(50) RSL(40) SJ(30) SEA(30) VAN(45)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday October 27th, 2020 - 03:50:50 PM GMT
Poll Match Review

Okay, the idea of guessing how many goals might be scored in the week's top 2 divisions was not a success.  Nobody got 0-24 (there were 22 goals scored, but I have given 20k to the 2 teams who got the bearest choice, and 10k to the rest. I have only paid out 130k in total - so am going back to a league match for next Sunday's Poll.

Game will be:

Kansas City Wizards v Carolina Railhawks.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Tuesday October 27th, 2020 - 03:38:42 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 27th October per manager survey....:
ATL(50)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday October 26th, 2020 - 10:20:18 PM GMT
Thanks Roy..

I get back Tuesday afternoon and will sort the CP>TP plus Bruce's survey bonus when I can - all done by tomorrow evening latest. 🤓🤓

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Monday October 26th, 2020 - 09:07:55 PM GMT
Marginal time

David the New Bedford Whalers need a CP converting to a TP - when you get a moment.

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Monday October 26th, 2020 - 05:50:35 PM GMT
Mr Blair

sorry Boss .just joking  :)   would help if I could sphell insight properly .

as for the Rum ..sadly NO .. it has been 3 months now . last time was July 25th .

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Monday October 26th, 2020 - 01:10:27 PM GMT
OASL Manager Interview - Part 5 - Bryce Kalmbach

Bryce Kalmbach's interview is now available to view on the main page. Please scroll down to review his responses. 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday October 26th, 2020 - 12:54:40 PM GMT
That’s fighting talk, a real rum do!

Robin, you need to remember who is employing you 😂😂😂😂😂😂

I was put in as a team initially as I didn't have one, so couldn't access the site in my capacity as head bummer.. (A position I had not applied for as everybody knows).

But there we go and only 3 weekends left of the season to go, and 4 league divisions to be won along with 3 Cups - busy time ahead...😷😷🤓🤓

Mine's a whisky and coke 🥃🥃🥃🥃

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday October 25th, 2020 - 06:56:35 PM GMT
Stats

Whilst browsing the stats today , I spotted a link to Commish Blair  , oh I thought an insite into Davids brain ...umm  not alot in there  !

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday October 25th, 2020 - 03:37:06 PM GMT
Participation cash

Gents. I am away fir a couple of days - back Tuesday afternoon.

Will do participation cash when I get back and will do it for up to Sunday night (tonight). Then everything from Monday will be credited next Monday as normal...💰💰

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday October 25th, 2020 - 02:02:01 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 40:
Colorado Rapids - MVP #3: 1 TP (wwD)
Atlanta Silverbacks - MVP #5: 25k (WWd)
New Bedford Whalers - MVP #4: 1 CP (WdW)
Langley F.C. - MVP #3: 1 TP (WwD)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday October 25th, 2020 - 09:07:00 AM GMT
Sunday update

Just 4 teams for a full house and at least 3 tend to come in near the kickoff. 
getting to the nitty gritty bit of the season - good luck to all.. 👍👍

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday October 24th, 2020 - 10:40:23 PM GMT
My journey to OASL.

Great to hear all of the stories, lots of proper road trips. 

 

I've just spent 30 minutes writing about 75% of my journey and then bad weather caused internet to dip out. I've lost it all. Very frustrated. My story started when I was 12... 

 

I'm isolating and recovering from Covid-19 so I am sure I will have time to do this again but not tonight, sorry.

 

I'LL BE BACK.

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday October 24th, 2020 - 11:04:39 AM GMT
Good Stuff Lads

Aagh! The memories. Thanks to all who are and have contributed to the current theme of remembering their forays into Olmec (and outside).

Just confirms what I have always suspected - Olmec doesn't hate Steve - just doesn't understand him. :-)

Funny results happen in real life when the stats say they shouldn't happen (Thinking Villa 7-2 Liverpool for one) and it gives sustenance to managers who run "weaker" teams that today might just be their day.... 

And I can give participation cash to the err participants on Monday. (I am having a couple of days away from tomorrow (Sunday) but will take the laptop and try to keep things going..)

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Saturday October 24th, 2020 - 12:00:03 AM GMT
My Long and Winding Road to OASL

(dates below are probably off by a couple of years as I try to remember certain life moments associated with some of the changes)

Found the rules for a play by email game around 1988.  

Started MSWL in 1989 as a dice roller using a Commodore 64 to type in all the lineups/results, printing them out and snail mailing them.  

Then wrote a Visual Basic version (more visual than anything but my first foray into programming) around 1996.

Then wrote a C version of the game with input files and the game started to become more automated.  About 1998.

In 1999 or so for about 6 years I went back to VB and wrote a game to run on windows that was easier to share and have others run their own leagues.   Introduced a database (MS Access essentially).

Around 2005 or so, rewrote the game in Java with a MySQL database and that's what is used today in OASL.   When I made the HB change last month I noticed the last time the Java version was changed was 2009.  

Wrote MSWL United around 2010 and have been running about 3 seasons a year since then.

This was all about the time my kids needed a lot more of my attention and coding was mostly put to the side with brief times where I could add functionality.

Along the way I met a lot of great people and a handful who pissed me off.   :-)

I've learned a lot of programming languages (well snippets of them) including some web development but I'm far from a professional on any of that.

One of the most rewarding experiences with all this was during the summer of 2020.  My son Max (who just graduated high school and had taken some high school Java classes) and I worked on a volleyball simulator.  Max played on many travel teams for this sport and working on this project was a great experience.  There was a lot of collaboration and essentially I showed him some code samples from these types of games (plus a baseball game I built in Java) and he created a simulator.   We've used it for season 1 of the new league and are now in the final session (10) of the inaugural season:  
https://www.olmec.org/tmvl/

Oh and Bill and David asked me to join OASL in 2020.  :-)

I'm not a very good manager.  

Al

Oh and never forget!  Olmec loves Steve Turner!

 
Tim Batth
Real Salt Lake


 
Recent Entries
Friday October 23rd, 2020 - 04:10:15 PM GMT
Steve - ODFL

I was invited to SFLSL by Rob, as he was giving me tips on my new FTP team (From the Pavilion-Cricket). As soon as I joined SFLSL, I put in a request to join ODFL as they had an opening, and I played with Man City for a season or 2 before the server crash.

 
David Laird Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Wednesday October 21st, 2020 - 11:35:03 PM GMT
Re: Journey

Pretty short and simple.

 

Couple of lads that I worked with got roped into joining "The Manager", and in turn nagged me until I said I'd take an expansions team in that league. Loved taking part, but there were then some real complications to the rules and the game that made me less interested. Eventually there was a tech issue that destroyed the game, and despite waiting it never quite came back.

A while down the line I realised I missed it and waiting for The Manager to come back was pointless.

I dropped Bill R an email asking if he was still on over here and still needed bodies, got a welcome with David B and joined up.

 
David Campbell
Charleston Battery


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
326 - 233 - 487 (0.423)
Wednesday October 21st, 2020 - 04:17:19 PM GMT
Journey

Started in SESL with ARB way back in season 3 - I had been searching for an online management game and found SESL.  Played for 5 seasons and then honestly cant remember why I left. Mark invited me back in season 19 - back with ARB - and been there ever since. 

Played in ODFL as a mentor and over the years joined SFLSL and OASL too. Briefly joined MSWL and played for a season or two but somehow didnt feel quite as committed to it so tendered my resignation. 

According to the coach stats, not including ODFL, Im closing in on 2600 games across the 3 leagues!

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday October 21st, 2020 - 10:44:27 AM GMT
ODFL/OASL

2005 was when I joined SESL. I can't remember exactly when Al asked me to set up OASL but it would be 2008 ish. I can't remember who picked US Soccer teams.

I left due to life (eventually leaving all but MSWL) and when it had been moved to SOS the new ODFL had been set up and the OASL Junior league.

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday October 21st, 2020 - 10:30:14 AM GMT
Wednesday Update

Only 3 teams left to put team lines in for tonight's games - 9/12 in already.

Good luck to all - getting to the nitty gritty part of the season for the cups now..!!

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday October 21st, 2020 - 10:28:23 AM GMT
ODFL

Steve, it wasn't 2005 that ODFL was set up, surely .. I was still in shorts then.., :-(

I was asked if I could run ODFL purely as a league for training up new lads to the Olmec system. Those days we had potential managers in a list wanting to take part, so ODFL gave them teams (various Large European clubs), and established managers took a team and most "buddied" a new lad as to the workings of the system.

Worked fine for a few seasons - we changed the format and size of the set up depending upon the new lads joining, and many got teams in SESL, SFLSL, and OASL. But after a while the list dried up and the league was populated with lads who had teams in other leagues. It served it's purpose but was eventually "rested" -

Steve says the server crashed. It may have done but the last season at least was finished. It was fun if time consuming for the Mentors, and I think it was Mark who oversaw the scheduling of the games. (or Steve?)

Quite a few lads still play now who came through ODFL.... This is a memory phase I'm into now. Happy Pre-Covid 19 times.. Joy!!

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday October 21st, 2020 - 10:18:08 AM GMT
Poll Match

Simon, no, I thought I would make it easier and just let people tick a group. This is only for a week or 2 at the most  - have a new Poll coming up. Feel free to put in a specific number of goals but not necessary.  :-)

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday October 21st, 2020 - 09:27:35 AM GMT
Poll...

Should we still need to enter a number? 

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday October 20th, 2020 - 08:54:50 PM GMT
Tim

How did you find ODFL?

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday October 20th, 2020 - 08:54:18 PM GMT
My road to OASL

When I was a kid, me and my siblings loved playing board games. Some time in the mid 70s I found a book in the library about board games and Diplomacy was one featured, We also had a friend who read Games and Puzzles and Diplomacy featured in there as well. Sometime in the early 80s I found the book again and it mentioned Diplomacy zines. I wrote to one and got a game. Unfortunately the zine folded before the first move and I gave up.

In the mid 80s I overheard someone as work talking about what sounded like Diplomacy. He had recently bought the game and there was a flyer for a beginner's zine, Springboard. I signed up, played my first game and was allowed a second as a substitute for a country in anarchy. I then moved on to another two zines. These folded and one game was re-housed in Spring Offensive. But the delay was along, I lost interest, and was in a new relationship. I quit when my subscrition ended.

And then in 1999 I got my first computer, discovered newsgroups; Asimov, Star Trek, Pratchett and Diplomacy. In the Diplomacy group it mentioned Spring Offensive going online. I decided to try again (I was single again) but the games were soon transfered to Tom Tweedy's "Diplomacy 2000". I started tinkering with the adjudication program, making the maps much clearer and from JPEG to GIF so using less telephone time on dial-up.

I also started introducing variants and that caught the attention of Mike Dean at Psychopath who asked me to make variants for him. Also on that site was PSFA run by Rob Peterson. I had a look at it once before deciding maybe a year later to have a go. It was a more complicated version of this one with grounds, weather, extra referee rules. On there MSWL was mentioned quite a lot with a link and luckily I got my name down on the waiting list before Rob decided to quit PSFA.

And it was while I was on the waiting list that Mark Creasey saw my name and ivited me to play in SESL arounf the start of 2005. And that in turn led to Al Sellers asking me to set up OASL as a training and testing league.

 
Tim Batth
Real Salt Lake


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday October 20th, 2020 - 07:21:50 PM GMT
ODFL to OASL

I think I was in ODFL, and then we had the server crash following which I was offered to join OASL.

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday October 20th, 2020 - 07:11:01 PM GMT
Journey to OASL

It's kinda quiet in here so I thought I'd ask how everyone ended up playing these games but specifically OASL.. Mine is quite long and I'll post separately.

It could be something simple like, "I work with Mark Creasey and he invited me," if that's all it was,

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday October 19th, 2020 - 11:01:11 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 19th October....:
CHV(15) MIA(50) PHI(35) RSL(15) SJ(25)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday October 18th, 2020 - 04:30:21 PM GMT
Midweek

PLEASE remember this Wednesday sees the Quarter Finals of the A Sellers Plate (90 minutes and pens if a draw) plus the Youth Cup Semi Finals (also 90 minutes and pens if a draw).  Thanks.

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday October 18th, 2020 - 04:26:10 PM GMT
Poll Results

First of all, thanks for the full house today. Mark will tell you that a full house makes the work worth while.

The new poll did NOT produce a clear winner - goals were lowish today - total was 26.

Roy, with 28 gets 30k for being within 2 goals of the total, the rest get 10k for being in the poll. Even I would haqve got 10k for my slightly OTT total of 400, but I would still have got 10k. 22 Polls x 10k minimum and you do the maths.  :-)

We will try it again for next week then I might change it - who knows?  Not even me...

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday October 18th, 2020 - 02:02:22 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 38:
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #7: 25k (wWW)
Chivas USA - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (Www)
Seattle Sounders - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (dWW)
Windy City Pride - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (Www)
Laredo Heat - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)
KC Athletics - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Sunday October 18th, 2020 - 12:01:42 PM GMT
Re: Poll and cash....

I can say, I like the new poll(s) as well. It seems I am not good in predicting the matches, so this new typo of polls might bring some extra cash to the club. And we need the cash....competition is slowly going to the last games and the need is high for Miami. We might be selling some of our players...

What is strange is the situation for New York. Are they staying low in cash to get the Robin Hood Money from teams like Portland? Is Bill's that smart? Having the best team in the league and getting paid for it at the end of the season...or will he be selling some players at the end of the year? It makes me question, when is the deadline for the Robin Hood-momentum, maybe I should spend some extra money.... 

 Pl.   TEAM   BANK 
1 Portland Timbers  4.613
2 Real Salt Lake  3.560
3 Charleston Battery  3.428
4 Vancouver Whitecaps  2.467
5 Minnesota Thunder  2.355
6 Houston Dynamo  2.355
7 FC Dallas  2.044
8 Colorado Rapids  1.961
9 Chivas USA  1.942
10 Los Angeles Galaxy  1.924
11 Carolina RailHawks  1.885
12 Chicago Fire  1.844
13 Kansas City Wizards  1.815
14 New England Revolution  1.757
15 Rochester Rhinos  1.596
16 Seattle Sounders  1.557
17 Philadelphia Union  1.504
18 D.C. United  1.496
19 Columbus Crew  1.482
20 San Jose Earthquakes   1.480
21 Atlanta Silverbacks  1.366
22 Miami FC  1.218
23 Montreal Impact  910
24 New York Red Bulls  897

 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday October 18th, 2020 - 10:50:02 AM GMT
Sunday Update

Just 4 teams (and youth) to go in and just over 4 hours to go to KO.

Saying no more about the goals total guess on the Poll - I needed to try something new - maybe one more of this as I have a Poll I want to put out but a little nearer the season climax.. 

Good luck today.. 😷😷

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday October 17th, 2020 - 09:20:20 AM GMT
Poll entries

Come on lads - how difficult can it be to estimate a number of goals in the top 2 divisions tomorrow?

Get in it to win it - only a number needed - no life story or justification for your choice - just a number... 🤔🤔

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Friday October 16th, 2020 - 10:52:20 AM GMT
Awards

The following teams receive Awards through 16th October as per manager survey....:
VAN(50)

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Thursday October 15th, 2020 - 06:11:52 PM GMT
OASL Manager Interview - Part 5 - Robin Dewar

Robin Dewar's interview is now available to view on the main page. Please scroll down to review his responses. 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday October 14th, 2020 - 10:44:40 AM GMT
Wednesday Update

Just the one to come in for tonight's 2nd leg cup ties.

Will have the Cup reviews up shortly after tonight. 

 
Tim Batth
Real Salt Lake


 
Recent Entries
Monday October 12th, 2020 - 04:09:22 PM GMT
18th Oct/Nov

Haha, I was under the impression it was a trick question, but once I entered 0 and saw others had put in a higher number I thought I'd got the date wrong, and had to double check.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday October 12th, 2020 - 09:12:09 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 12th October....:
CHV(15) COL(35) HOU(25) MIA(50) NE(15) NY(15) PHI(50) RSL(25) SJ(30) SEA(40)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday October 12th, 2020 - 09:06:42 AM GMT
Excellent Tim.. take a bow!

Brilliant and full marks toi Tim for spotting my deliberate mistake.  I have quoted this weekend's Poll date as 18th NOVEMBER - of course it was 18th OCTOBER that I meant..

Tim guessed 0 goals and he would be right as 18/11/20 is a Wednesday and we will have finished the season by then.  However because he brought it up I'd like him to have a second guess - just enter it from your youth team and I will scrap the original guess. And as a bonus for proving I am human, I will slip his note in as participation..

Cant be fairer than that... :-)

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Sunday October 11th, 2020 - 07:30:04 PM GMT
400

That is a lot of goals next Sunday. 😂

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday October 11th, 2020 - 06:51:18 PM GMT
400

I didn't want people to think I was giving a clue as to the likely total. Depend upon teams playing 90 minutes Stall plus the actual games cast.

suggest a random pick between 20 and 40   😷😷😉😉

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
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Sunday October 11th, 2020 - 06:17:35 PM GMT
400

That is a lot of goals next Sunday. 😂

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday October 11th, 2020 - 04:16:56 PM GMT
New Poll

Gents, just tick on "my guess" and put your number in the Comments box ....

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday October 11th, 2020 - 03:37:55 PM GMT
NEW Poll up...

2 Weeks ago there was a total of 31 goals scored in the top 2 divisions, last week it was 26, today it was 34.

All you have to do is guess how many goals will be scored in next Sunday's games in the 2 top divisions -- Easy cash!!

10k for taking a guess

30k for getting within 2 of the total either above or below

50k for getting it spot on!!

What can you lose - nothing!!

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday October 11th, 2020 - 03:27:58 PM GMT
Poll Match Review

Gents, 210k been allocated to the teams which took part in the Poll. Nobody got the right scoreline although 5 got the correct result.

Watch out for next week's Poll - it will be up soonest... :-)

 
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Sunday October 11th, 2020 - 02:01:48 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 36:
New York Red Bulls - MVP #9: 25k (wdw)
Philadelphia Union - MVP #5: 25k (WDw)
Montreal Impact - MVP #4: 1 CP (wWD)
New England Revolution - MVP #3: 1 TP (WWd)
Miami FC - MVP #4: 1 CP (WWD)
Fall River Rovers - MVP #5: 25k (dWW)
Daniel Island S.A. - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWd)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday October 11th, 2020 - 10:35:29 AM GMT
Sunday Update PLUS NEW Poll Setup

Only 2 teams missing and I am not too concerned with the managers concerned... Good luck to all.

NOW, I plan to change the Poll match for the last few weeks of the season to see if we can get a little more participation. It is clear that although many can get the result correct, very few can guess the scoreline to ghet 30k. SO, next week's Poll will be a simpler one.

2 Weeks ago there was a total of 31 goals scored in the top 2 divisions, last week it was 26.

All you have to do is guess how many goals will be scored in next Sunday's game --

10k for taking a guess

30k for getting within 2 of the total either above or below

50k for getting it spot on!!

Watch for the Poll entry some time this evening after today's games - may as well try something different. :-)

 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday October 11th, 2020 - 10:28:31 AM GMT
Steve and David

It is true trading doesn't get done much now in the league - and perhaps Steve's analysis is close to the mark. I'd like to change it but think it's got to a stage where some clubs adopt their youths and know they will likely train them up to become the future stars - but the reality is OASL is a setup with some differences but which will never be the kingpin in SOS - SESL is..

And in your case Steve, there is little incentive in trading to bring in better players, since New England gets cracking youths each season from FRR which get replaced by decent youth lads thereby creating a situation where your best matches are actually in the youth league. (Wish my youth team had that kind of season.) FRR could stand up in the 2nd division and compete.

I have no answer as to how to alter the situation to make the set up more appealing - I am a conscripted Commissioner with much enthusiasm but little skill.  :-) 

 
David Laird
Seattle Sounders


 
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Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Saturday October 10th, 2020 - 09:35:01 PM GMT
Trading

I'm only new here and still trying to work out what I need (seems like a lot) and how to get it (no idea with the trading situation here).

The other problem a lack of trading brings is people have no idea of what the rough values are.

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Saturday October 10th, 2020 - 11:57:26 AM GMT
Trading

I honestly can't think of any trades I have done in this league.

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Saturday October 10th, 2020 - 01:18:16 AM GMT
Yeah Who'd Want To Trade...

I had noticed when I was looking for player values in the Transactions menu that there had been little to no trades this season. I think there are a few reasons why that it is:

i) High SL in OASL - managers looking to compete need high SL players to do that - other teams are unlikely to give up their own high SL players

ii) The Youth Academy - 3/4 free youth players each season - 3 players picked to strengthen the squad and a 4th to make money in the auction

iii) Money - the youth academy brings in a lot of free cash each season - it's a bit like an investment bank and when you can sell your 4th player you can easily make 2-4 times what other SOS leagues do. Enought to take the maximum CP and TP available.

iv) Auctions - OTF picked up for 300k and older high SL players for relativley low prices and you've got teams built around youth players and MPPs supported by older high SL players.

Who'd trade?

 

 
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Friday October 9th, 2020 - 08:47:43 PM GMT
Trade: COL - MON

COL sends 175k to MON for Ugo Smidt (4/16 DM)

 
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Friday October 9th, 2020 - 08:07:49 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 9th October as per managers survey....:
RSL(50)

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Friday October 9th, 2020 - 08:00:22 PM GMT
OASL Manager Interview - Part 5 - Tim Batth

Tim Batth's interview is now available to view on the main page. Please scroll down to review his responses. 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Friday October 9th, 2020 - 03:57:01 PM GMT
Good man, Simon.

Couldn't have put it better myself, and would have at some point if I could find the time.

I know I could change Polls to ask the questions but you have done it here. ✅✅

I sometimes wonder if managers would miss the game as it is the worst for interaction and as you say, in transfers.. I paid only 30k in participation money this week- the lowest ever probably in any of the leagues. 
 

I try to bring in some movement and keep things up to date (with lots of help from Mark, with the running of the setup, and Robin for his work on the rules).

Lets see if there is a reaction, and you've earned more participation cash, as others will do when they respond. 🤔🤔

 

 

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Friday October 9th, 2020 - 09:09:20 AM GMT
Question to everyone...

Why do we not do more transfers? I just looked to the history and found out we did 1 transfer in September, 2 transfers in August, 4 transfers in July and 5 transfers in June. 

Are we all happy with what we have? Could be offcourse...be happy with the team you have and do with that...is that the reason?

Are we just not active in trading? I can imagine that we are all very busy with other things and you do not want to spend time on trading. Would you do more transfers if people would approach you?

Does youth drop the needs to do transfers? If you already have your youth filling your gaps, you do not need external transfers. Great job as manager, but do you really not need anything else?

Compared to other leagues, real life and every game I played, I think this is the league what could be closed the whole year and just needs to open at the beginning of the season when youth is transferred....I wonder if others have some input as well?

FIFA 21 Ultimate Team: When To Buy Players, When To Sell Players And When  Are They

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Friday October 9th, 2020 - 08:56:09 AM GMT
Thanks

Cheers lads, consider yourselves in the participation cash payout list for next Monday - wish I was.. 😂😂

 
David Laird Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Friday October 9th, 2020 - 12:02:36 AM GMT
Cup Reviews

Good work David!

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Thursday October 8th, 2020 - 09:17:43 PM GMT
Cup reveiws

Top job David

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Thursday October 8th, 2020 - 08:48:57 AM GMT
Re: Cup Reviews

Always love to read them!! Great job

 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday October 7th, 2020 - 09:30:18 PM GMT
Tonight's Cup Reviews

Are up for anybody that wants to read them. Short and sweet... but done within 30 minutes of the games being completed.... :-)

 
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Wednesday October 7th, 2020 - 08:02:15 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 35:
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #4: 1 CP (WwW)

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Wednesday October 7th, 2020 - 10:52:48 AM GMT
Dave

Don't worry, we're out there, quietly reading away. I'm picturing you as the below. 

I'M SO RONERY AND SADREY ARONE | So Ronery Meme on ME.ME

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday October 7th, 2020 - 10:06:50 AM GMT
Tonight

And we are 20/24 - only 4 missing for tonight - and I will have a Cup Review section on the front page soonest after - toinight or at worst this time tomorrow morning (10am GMT) - Gee - wish I got participation for the imput .... it is lonely out here.. !!

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday October 6th, 2020 - 10:16:12 AM GMT
PLEASE REMEMBER

EVERY manager has a team line to put in for tomorrow evening's games - for some it is the last chance to win a trophy. Good luck to all.  (So far 10/24 are in..)

 
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Monday October 5th, 2020 - 11:18:54 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 5th October....:
PHI(30)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday October 5th, 2020 - 11:13:52 AM GMT
Poll Match Review

140k paid out today to the lads who took part. Only 2 gents got the correct result and neither the right scoreline... but at least 12 took part and earned something...

Next week's game will be FC Dallas v Chivas USA, which will be up in 5 minutes...

 
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Sunday October 4th, 2020 - 02:02:10 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 34:
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #6: 25k (wWw)
Real Salt Lake - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)
Carson City Kickers - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)
Langley F.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wwD)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday October 4th, 2020 - 10:35:10 AM GMT
Sunday Update

Gents, we are looking good for today with just 2 senior and youth teams missing, but still over 4 hours to go so am expecting a full house.

Remember the Poll match - easy cash for all....Good luck today. :-)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday October 3rd, 2020 - 06:53:18 PM GMT
Tactics Re-set....

Gents, the rules on the Wiki show the tactics used and the benefits of using each, assuming you have Steve’s ability to read into the various options and expected shot chances. I am always bamboozled by his interpretations – amazed and impressed – but nevertheless bamboozled. :-)

However it was pointed out to me way back there had been a tweak or two in the server done by Dave, not apparent in the set on the Wiki, which (unfortunately)  resulted in a couple of tactics becoming way too powerful when implemented. More than half of you will know which tactics I am referring to.

At the end of the season I am going to arrange for our tactics in the server to reflect the tactics we put into our rules, eliminating any discrepancy between the Wiki rules and the server. Hopefully it might bring back a time when each manager will be in charge of his own destiny by being able to choose a tactic to suit his players and formation for that day’s game, knowing the plusses and minuses in using it.

Any queries just ask, but nothing will be altered or re-set till the close season.  

 

 
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Wednesday September 30th, 2020 - 08:01:07 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 33:
Colorado Ice White - MVP #4: 1 CP (wwW)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday September 30th, 2020 - 08:46:08 AM GMT
Wednesday Update

Gents, only 1 team line missing from tonight's ties although still enough time to put it in. 

Good luck to the 8 teams tonight - keep your diary up to date by remembering that EVERY senior team will be playing next Wednesday - EVERY one.  Thanks..

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday September 28th, 2020 - 12:51:00 PM GMT
Poll Match

Next Sunday's game will be Montreal Impacts v Vancouver Whitecaps.... as soon as I can get it put on the front page.. 🤔🤔

 
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Monday September 28th, 2020 - 10:01:13 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 28th September....:
CHV(15) CLB(20) MIA(40) MON(25) NE(50) NY(50) PHI(50)

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Sunday September 27th, 2020 - 11:08:19 PM GMT
Thank you 2

Right behind Al's comment. David is a legend in my eyes for the work he has put in when called upon. Cometh the hour, cometh the man. 

 
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Sunday September 27th, 2020 - 08:09:24 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 27th September as per Manager survey re-imbursed....:
SJ(50)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday September 27th, 2020 - 04:28:04 PM GMT
Poll Match Review

120k is being paid into various accounts after today's game where 1 lad gained 20k for the correct result, the rest 10k each, as nobody got the score line right.

I will be on tonight with next weekend's game...

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Sunday September 27th, 2020 - 02:23:17 PM GMT
Thank You

Thank you to David for stepping in to run OASL this season with the sad passing of the amazing Dave Dowson.  

From what I gather the OASL commish role has a fair amount of additional work to keep things progressing.  Thank you for putting in the time on all that David to keep things running smoothly.

Al

 
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Sunday September 27th, 2020 - 02:01:56 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 32:
New York Red Bulls - MVP #8: 25k (WDw)
Philadelphia Union - MVP #4: 1 CP (Www)
Atlanta Silverbacks - MVP #4: 1 CP (Wdw)
Miami FC - MVP #3: 1 TP (wDW)
Texas Dutch Lions - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
KC Athletics - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dWW)
Windy City Pride - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday September 27th, 2020 - 11:42:01 AM GMT
Sunday Update

Gents, Match day today and only 3 senior and 5 youth line ups still due in (actually make that 4 youth as one of them is mine.. Oops).

On other subjects my take is we should not be afraid of changes if they are seen to better the game. I am never happy to read anything about "the future od OASL" as I feel we have a good tight ship here - yes, I would love to pay out more participation cash so managers could earn more - that is up to each manager's perogative to contribute or not, so I accept that.

The only confirmed change at the end of this season is the scrapping of the Youth Auction. It cost me 2 weeks and umpteen reminders to people to fill in essential information last time. I felt also some teams were not rewarded for their player and others paid too much. Basically I did not feel the system was fair to all. Nearer the end of the season I will send a form to each of you to tell me what you want done with your 4th youth lad and what multi position one of your 3 or 4 lads being promoted to the senior team has to be changed to. 

I mentioned this way back and have mentioned it often so this can NOT be seen as a surprising change being made. And I have a default system to use if the form doesn't come back in time, which won't harm any team.

My thinking is that this will be the only major change done for next season - although I am always open for any manager's suggestions which can be Polled - that way we get a consensus from 24 lads - democracy at work :-)

Now, back to today's games with just over 3 hours to go.. Good luck to all.....

 
Steve Turner Jnr
Fall River Rovers


 
Recent Entries
Sunday September 27th, 2020 - 09:34:07 AM GMT
My thoughts

Home Bonus: I haven't read anything official about this but I know it's currently set up that only SESL has the new figures. You can check this by looking at Team Tactics. I'm not sure what the costs are apart from the maximum 40 costs 120k. 

Obviously it can be switched on or off for each league. I don't know if the values can be altered easily and if so whether this will be across all leagues too. So can SESL have 40 HB at 120k for OASL go for 25 at 80k? Al Sellers coded this as a one off favour for Mark.

It came about because I've always said HB was a waste of cash. I posted in SESL a season or two ago that paying 10k for a HB of 10 gave 1 extra shot every 11 games and reduced your opponents by 1 every 9 games for one particular game. Mark picked up on this.

I worked out that with these decent Div 2 sides.HB of 8 was worth half a shot. Going to 15 made it 1 shot. Note that's not for each side so a 6 to 5.5 advantage might become 6.3 to 5.3 changing from HB 8 to 15

The problem was that the default 8 had so little effect adding that value to teams with high DEF and OFF. The other problem is that 80k for an extra 5 on top is worthless apart from avoiding Robin Hood.

The problem is making it worth while paying extra but not having too much effect. 

HB 8 adds 16 points - SL 12 MF adds 15 with N or O

HB 40 adds 80 which is 2 SL 32 players which I personally think is too much. But then who will pay 120k for extra shots? I've played 2 games in Sanc. In the first my 7.3% to 3% advantage gave me 1 shot to their 7. In the second their 1.1% chance gave them 3 shots. Seems risky to pay.

 

High SL. The higher SLs are, the less effective OTF, HB and morale are. My gut feeling is that the high auctions don't help and neither do high T11s. Yes SESL seems to be creeping up too - end of last season SESL around where OASL is now but OASL have more games to go.

 

Tactic changes: this is a bugbear with me now. Ball Control and Stall are stupidly stronger than other tactics. Everyone should play these even if not set up for it. FRR are a longball team but when I can be bothered I'll play FWs in MF because they still add more.

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Sunday September 27th, 2020 - 12:36:52 AM GMT
HB

Thank you for your reply David and I appreciate your holding back in HB. I am very keen to hear what other coaches think about things that are changing in OASL. OASL has a high input from coaches but not too much blogging. Thank you Simon for your reply. 
 

Is SL too high and if so why? 

Should tactics be recentred in line with SOS tactics? If so, why?

Should HB be changed so dramatically? If so, why? I personally feel it will be difficult for any away win. 
 

Guys, what do you think? More important to the future of OASL, what do you enjoy? 
 

Thanks lads and "peace". X
 

 

 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday September 26th, 2020 - 01:38:21 PM GMT
Further thoughts

I have taken up the option not to implement the HB changes till at least the new season, and it is possible we may not take them at all.
My plan is to monitor the other Leagues and check how and if it is used and it's effectiveness or not, so don't look for any changes meantime.

i can see a late season Poll coming up, who knows... 🤔🤔

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday September 26th, 2020 - 12:00:30 PM GMT
OASL

Gents, I am hoping people will consider a few points before getting upset over a change (in HB).

All the leagues have differences - HB wasn't a consideration between the leagues as very few players used it. And that will likely still be the case - as nobody wants to pay good cash for a perceived advantage in one match. Decision would be taken on the day and the match, but likely most managers will still scoot past the HB option.

OASL differences in regard to SESL and SFLSL revolve mainly round playing 1 game per session, along with the youth set up. These alone make it different enough from the other leagues, Most other things are the same in the various set ups - and we go with them. I certainly assumed HB was the same for all leagues, so if it is tweaked for all leagues, surely we are still standing still, (and most managers won't pay huge figures for an advantage in a home league game - 11 of them).

That could be all - as all Cup ties can always be played on N grounds so nullifying the HB option... 11 games from a minimum 35 - assuming not getting past 1st rounds of each cup - cuts the opportunities for using HB not to mention virtually no club could afford to pay big for hopefully a benefit of a couple of extra shots. 

I would suggest seeing how it pans out - how often it gets used - if it affects games too much I am confident it can be reviewed. My thinking is many will still continue to ignore it. I didn't ask for the change - but then again I don't think we should just dismiss changes just because they have been suggested. 

 

 
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Saturday September 26th, 2020 - 11:21:59 AM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through 26th September - NO idea how this could have been duplicated.:
SJ(-50)

 
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Saturday September 26th, 2020 - 11:16:52 AM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 26th September....:
CHA(65) PHI(80) POR(50) VAN(50)

 
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Saturday September 26th, 2020 - 10:16:59 AM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through 25th September as per manager’s survey....:
SJ(50)

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Saturday September 26th, 2020 - 08:25:41 AM GMT
Changes....

The reason to play for me in 3 leagues is because they all are different. If they will become all the same, what is the use to have 3 leagues? Take them all together and create one big league with 64 teams.

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday September 26th, 2020 - 02:30:17 AM GMT
Seems to be happening

Error below. 

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday September 26th, 2020 - 02:27:33 AM GMT
Home bonus change

The new home bonus is potentially too much. My thoughts are a mute point as the change is implemented already. We will see too many home wins regardless of what players are fielded by away team. I might be wrong but only time will tell.

I am concerned on a bigger front. OASL tactics are tinkered with because DD dared to change them and now they will be reset, home bonus radically adapted, the auction has been drastically changed? Apparently we need to lower SL? This does not feel like OASL anymore.
 

Is this evolution or retraction back to the gameplay of the other two SOS leagues?
 

My knee jerk reaction is that I am really not pleased. I have left one SOS league as it is being pulled into line (was it out of line?) and was just a forum for negative debate. I would like someone to convince me that I am wrong in my thoughts over OASL just being "brought into line". All of the things that are being removed are things that make me enjoy OASL. I like the high SL (although stats show the other two leagues are close behind on average SL), I like the tactical deviation, I like the high SL players in the auction with crazy prices and I like that home bonus can impact but only if you pay for it. 
 

I love SOS and invest a lot of time every week in my teams. I cannot and will not be a "part time" coach but I think I may have become too involved in my own head. If I can't commit 100% it's stop the bus time. I care about the changes I see and am not sure it is for the best. I think we are looking at more SOS parity with lessened league differentials. I hope I get a good response to dispell my worries but appreciate Mark has a lot in his plate every day before he even thinks about SOS. I feel for David as this seems to end happening around him. 
 

Peace my brothers. X
 


 


 

 

 

 

 
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Friday September 25th, 2020 - 06:18:04 PM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through 25th September as per manager’s survey....:
SJ(50)

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Friday September 25th, 2020 - 04:14:05 PM GMT
OASL Manager Interview - Part 5 - Andy Shaw

Andy Shaw's interview is now available to view on the main page. Please scroll down to review his responses. 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Friday September 25th, 2020 - 01:36:40 PM GMT
OOOPs!

Games in the Al Sellers Cup and Plate will be played in Session 35, not 33. Sorry about that..

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Friday September 25th, 2020 - 11:42:55 AM GMT
Home Bonus

My take is that a change is coming - once we are informed what and how it can affect a team's performance it will be up to the individual as to whether paying for it will be worth it. At present very few instances of paying for increased HB are recorded. 

The feeling is that the costs will be increased but likely so will the benefits - decision is would spending a gate money (or even more of it) for a couple or few extra shots (or perhaps nullifying an opponent's chances) be justified. Another manager decision - as pointed out all teams can use "a" or "d" - costs no money but counts against possible extra red and yellow cards and lower ELs. These decisions are ours for using even now.

Any change might not change anything overall if managers decide to leave well alone, but the option will be there at least.

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Friday September 25th, 2020 - 11:33:48 AM GMT
Cup Draws

Gents, after Wednesday evening's matches I asked Mark to help with the draws for the following Cup competitions.

I made the draw whilst Mark numbered the participants. Results of the 2 activities are below:

ALL GAMES BELOW TO BE PLAYED WEDNESDAY 7th OCTOBER - EVERY SENIOR TEAM PLAYS IN SESSION 33.

Quarter Finals are played over 2 legs, the Plate ties are on neutral grounds and are 1 game only with penalties if game finishes a draw....

  Al Sellers Cup 1/4 Finals      
1 Philadelphia Union v 6 Los Angeles Galaxy
5 Kansas City Wizards v 7 Minnesota Thunder
3 FC Dallas v 4 Carolina Railhawks
8 Columbus Crew  v 2 Rochester Rhinos
         
  Plate 1st Round      
11 Houston Dynamos v 10 New York Red Bulls
8 New England Revolution v 12 Vancouver Whitecaps
14 Atlanta Silverbacks  v 2 Real Salt Lake
7 Seattle Sounders v 3 Chicago Fire
15 Miami FC v 9 Charleston Battery
6 Montreal Impacts v 13 Portland Timbers
5 D.C. United v 1 Chivas USA
16 San Jose Earthquakes v 4 Colorado Rapids

 
Mark Creasey
Montreal Impact


 
Recent Entries
Thursday September 24th, 2020 - 10:59:11 PM GMT
Home bonus thoughts

Comments noted Simon. 
The home bonus feature currently is ignored by 99% of managers. 
When someone (Al Sellers) has went to the effort to add this feature to our games originally I feel a duty to offer something managers can at least consider for occassional key matches.

The away team can always play aggressive to counter a feared high home bonus, and in real life an away team can't do much when playing away at a very noisey stadium.

 

 

 

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Thursday September 24th, 2020 - 10:34:27 AM GMT
Re: Home bonus

I think the home bonus is to cheap. With the influence it has...and as away team you cannot do anything about it...for me it is a big:

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Steve Turner Jnr
Fall River Rovers


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday September 23rd, 2020 - 09:22:25 PM GMT
Home bonus

A while ago on SESL I posted about home bonus and how it wasn't worth it (Aberdeen came 3rd so what do I know). Mark picked up on it and asked me to do some number crunching. Al Sellers has agreed to modify the code though it isn't guaranteed to be done before match 1 in SESL. This is in a couple of weeks.

It will almost certainly affect SFLSL and OASL as well as extra code would be needed. 

The idea is to make home bonus worth having in the game. We eventually decided on something like 15 as a default rather than 8 - if you have an SL 24 MF playing N or O he adds a total of 30 OFF+DEF to your team. HB of 15 does just that so it's like having an extra man in your team. Currently in SESL the middle teams in T11 are around 23. The difficulty is getting the cost and amounts right.

Current thinking is:

15, 0k

18, 10k

22, 20k

25, 40k

30, 60k

40, 80k

I did some examples a while back:

From actual games.

Match 1  SANC ACS vs LD first game of last season

ACS GP 58.2 DEF 152.5 OFF 160.65

LD GP 55.5 DEF 124.5 OFF 170.8

HB 8 ACS shots 5.43 LD shots 4.44

HB 15 ACS 5.98 LD 4.15

HB 25 ACS 6.80 LD 3.79

HB 50 ACS 8.99 LD 3.07

Match 2 NY vs CLB last league game of season

NY GP 43.5 DEF 286.71 OFF 259.71

CLB GP 69.25 DEF 186.24 OFF 175.24

HB 8 NY shots 7.23 CLB 2.18

HB 15 NY 7.64 CLB 2.10

HB 25 NY 8.23 CLB 2.00

HB 50 NY 9.76 CLB 1.77

It has a bigger effect on lower SLs so Youth teams will see bigger benefits than senior teams. Also it is likely to come into effect before the end of the season.

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday September 23rd, 2020 - 04:14:53 PM GMT
Wednesday Update

And only one team missing from tonight's games.

Tonight sees the 2nd Round of the Al Sellers Cup completes - and the Quarter Final draw plus the Al Sellers Plate draw (involving the 16 teams who fail to reach the Quarter Finals of the main trophy) will be made by tomorrow, and posted immediately afterwards. 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday September 22nd, 2020 - 07:16:25 AM GMT
FRR

Just checking - spotted FRR had been awarded a CP for a MVP performance about 9 days ago, so have converted it to a TP.  👍

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday September 21st, 2020 - 08:57:32 AM GMT
Poll Match

Simon, it is up now - had too much to do last night - and my Port was going down well....  :-)

 
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Monday September 21st, 2020 - 08:55:52 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 21st September....:
CHV(15) LA(10) MIA(40) MON(40) NY(10) PHI(50) SJ(25)

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Monday September 21st, 2020 - 07:45:14 AM GMT
Poll

Well..much to late for the last poll, and wrong as well I just saw.

However, the new poll is not yet online I think ;-)

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Sunday September 20th, 2020 - 11:04:20 PM GMT
Philly signing

Philadelphia Union are proud to announce the signing of French defender Ludovic Lamine Sane from Nantes,coach rob stated hes just what we need at present a quality,versatile defender with lots of experience, he will debut in our next match and hopefully settle in quickly and plug that leaky defence that let's us down at times.

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday September 20th, 2020 - 07:04:57 PM GMT
Poll Match Results

190k paid into various teams banks for pay out at end of season. One team gained the full 30k whilst others got the 20k and 10k amounts.

Next Week's game is a youth tie - check it out - difficult to put a wafer between them.

Utah Surf Boys S.C. v Daniel Island S.A.

 
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Sunday September 20th, 2020 - 06:56:52 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 20th September....:
SJ(90)

 
Simon Bijker Jnr
Red Force FC


 
Recent Entries
Sunday September 20th, 2020 - 02:52:07 PM GMT
Sunday update

All matches have their line ups...I forgot my youth, but just ten minutes before closing time, managed to get the orders in....

 
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Sunday September 20th, 2020 - 02:02:21 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 30:
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #5: 25k (wWW)
D.C. United - MVP #5: 25k (Wdw)
Daniel Island S.A. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)
Utah Surf Boys S.C. - MVP #3: 1 TP (dWW)
Laredo Heat - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
Red Force FC - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wwW)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday September 20th, 2020 - 11:15:16 AM GMT
Sunday Update

Under 4 hours to kick off and only 3 teams (plus 3 youth) still to put lines in - but none are a concern - normally these lads put them in closer to the start..

Good luck to all - and REMEMBER the auction later tonight is the LAST one for this season. 

 
Brian Beerman
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Saturday September 19th, 2020 - 06:49:19 PM GMT
Shite

You are so very right, Bill.

28,000

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday September 19th, 2020 - 04:09:45 PM GMT
Simon B

I love your use of the "real word" in SFSFSFSFSFL. "Shite" is so much better than "Shit". 28,000. 

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Saturday September 19th, 2020 - 11:08:39 AM GMT
Zoom....the place to learn new words...

I tried to remember it...that was the moment to use it ;-)

 

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday September 19th, 2020 - 01:25:39 AM GMT
Simon B

I love your use of the "real word" in SFSFSFSFSFL. "Shite" is so much better than "Shit". 28,000. 

 
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Friday September 18th, 2020 - 01:56:09 PM GMT
Trade: MON - POR

MON sends Andy Burnham (4/19 DF) to POR for 250k

 
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Wednesday September 16th, 2020 - 08:01:32 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 29:
Colorado Rapids - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (dWW)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday September 16th, 2020 - 09:55:41 AM GMT
Wednesday Update

And 15 of the 16 managers have their team sheets in already - thanks. Just the one....

Good luck to all - 2nd leg games are due next week. 

Then the senior squads get a Wednesday off the week after when the youth lads play their Quarter Finals..

 
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Monday September 14th, 2020 - 07:32:38 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 14th September as per Manager’s survey....:
DAL(50)

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Monday September 14th, 2020 - 12:38:54 PM GMT
OASL Manager Interview - Part 5 - Aires Moose Martins

Aires Moose Martin's interview is now available to view on the main page. Please scroll down to review his responses. 

 
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Monday September 14th, 2020 - 10:38:27 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 14th September....:
CHA(15) CIW(30) LA(35) MIA(30) MIN(20) NY(50) PHI(50) SJ(25) SEA(50)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday September 14th, 2020 - 10:00:15 AM GMT
Alon

I hadn't forgotten your request from last Monday - was on my to-do list this morning.. 👍👍

 
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Monday September 14th, 2020 - 09:57:54 AM GMT
Physio Boost

The following teams receive Physio Boost through 14th September ....:
MIN(-40)

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Sunday September 13th, 2020 - 11:06:35 PM GMT
Lye's Luck

"Luck marches with those who give their very best"

Today Rob's Philadelphia Union beat the league leaders Minnesota Thunder 5-3, This was the Thunder's only league loss this season and only the 3rd time they've given up points.

In their last game they held the Red Bulls to a 2-2 draw. 

You could certainly argue that his keeper was a little lucky with some saves, but he tried to win both games and that's not something everyone tries against these two.

Where Rob has been lucky is in the fixture list - when Philly host Montreal on Wednesday it will end an 11 game run where they have only played away twice.

 
Alon Atie
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Sunday September 13th, 2020 - 09:49:14 PM GMT
Physio Boost

Minnesota Thunder would like to please use a physio boost on Bobby Firmino next session.

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday September 13th, 2020 - 06:08:27 PM GMT
Poll Update

Gents, I will be paying 160k into participating managers accounts tonight.

Despite 6 lads getting the right result, nobody got the right score, everyone gets some cash, and so we move on...🤔🤔

Next weeks Poll Match will be Charleston Battery v Los Angeles Galaxy.

BE IN IT TO WIN ANYTHING - what's there to lose..? 😉😉

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday September 13th, 2020 - 04:22:56 PM GMT
Sorted...

Not sure if I have to thanks Al and/or Mark and if so thanks..🤓🤓

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday September 13th, 2020 - 03:34:42 PM GMT
Oops

Look like we have a problem running the game this afternoon.

I have asked Mark if he could look at it - perhaps Al might show some light on the likely problem, please? Much appreciated.. 👍👍

 
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Sunday September 13th, 2020 - 03:02:11 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 28:
New York Red Bulls - MVP #7: 25k (Wdw)
Fall River Rovers - MVP #4: 1 CP (wwD)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday September 13th, 2020 - 11:13:18 AM GMT
Sunday Update

Greetings gents on this dull (but apparently soon to be sunny) day.

4 Senior and 5 youth teams still to put their lines in for today - always ever hopeful for full houses. But there is still near 4 hours before kick off. Good luck to all...

 

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday September 12th, 2020 - 11:14:29 PM GMT
Zoom 28,000

You need to sort this out Bri. 28.000 demands it. We need you on the next zoom call. 

 
Brian Beerman
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Saturday September 12th, 2020 - 04:06:21 PM GMT
Zoom 1 x 28,000 = 28,000

You're right, Bill. I will do what's necessary to be on the next call. It may require texting you the day before to ensure I have the right time.

Cheers!

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday September 12th, 2020 - 12:06:29 AM GMT
Zoom 28,000

You need to sort this out Bri. 28.000 demands it. We need you on the next zoom call. 

 
Brian Beerman Jnr
Los Angeles Blues


 
Recent Entries
Friday September 11th, 2020 - 03:43:52 AM GMT
Zoom :(

Sorry I was unable to make the chat tonight. My work/sleep schedule makes it difficult. (I'm also apprently terrible and confirming local time vs GMT).

Hope you all had a good bit of fun.

Cheers,

28,000

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Friday September 11th, 2020 - 01:51:34 AM GMT
Zoom chat

A lovely night of good old fashioned "crack" on the more modern medium of Zoom. I love seeing and chatting to the SOS community. Cheers lads and thank you for joining in. Really proud that Simon now knows the difference between s"hit" and s"hite". Hope to see you all again soon. 👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Thursday September 10th, 2020 - 11:22:25 PM GMT
Zoom chat

A lovely night of good old fashioned "crack" on the more modern medium of Zoom. I love seeing and chatting to the SOS community. Cheers lads and thank you for joining in. Really proud that Simon now knows the difference between s"hit" and s"hite". Hope to see you all again soon. 👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday September 10th, 2020 - 02:13:38 PM GMT
Referee oops!

Of course I meant the referee for the first LEG, not tie.

All games have different referees on them from the first round, and these new refs will do both of the legs in their specific match up. Heck, I am even down for a tie - I came up on my rota system, and can he bribed. 😂😂

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday September 10th, 2020 - 10:36:24 AM GMT
Thursday Update

After last night's matches the 8 winners go through to face opponents who qualified foir the Dave Dowson Shield. Draw is as follows:

Al; Sellers Cup 2nd Round (games are 2 legged and start next Wednesday):

Atlanta Silverbacks  v Los Angeles Galaxy
Minnesota Thunder v Colorado Rapids
Columbus Crew  v D.C. United
Philadelphia Union v Montreal Impacts
Rochester Rhinos v Miami FC
FC Dallas v San Jose Earthquakes
Carolina Railhawks v New York Red Bulls
Kansas City Wizards v Houston Dynamos

The 8 teams who failed to go through last night sit out and will enter the Al Sellers Plate, along with the 8 teams who lose out in the above 2nd round ties.  Draw will be made after the above ties are finished.

Now I will nip off and schedule the games and the referees (again the referee for the 1st tie will be the same for the return leg).

Thanks for the full house last night... :-)

Remember there is a Zoom evening at 8-30pm organised by Bill. Make it if you can...... 

 

 
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Wednesday September 9th, 2020 - 08:01:23 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 27:
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #4: 1 CP (Wdw)
Montreal Impact - MVP #3: 1 TP (Www)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday September 9th, 2020 - 09:01:35 AM GMT
Wednesday update

Only one team missing from tonight's lineups and that'll be sorted before kickoff...🤓

Straight after tonight's games I will post the 2nd Round draw in the Journal section so it won't be a spoiler in the Blogs.

Qualifiers from tonight plus the 8 teams who received byes (having qualified via their Dave Dowson Section placements) will feature in it and games are over the next 2 midweeks.. You have been informed.. 😉😉

PS Do we need more Ger supporters - answers on a ten pound note and sent to me please - help to pay for our cruise to Iceland next year (want to batter the lad who missed the penalty v England. Another country who could do with a wake up call about their perceived greatness..🤫🤫 😂😂).

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday September 9th, 2020 - 12:19:24 AM GMT
Zoom Thursday 8.30?

Come join in folks...it's great to get a few faces to names! Mark C, do you want to invite SESL coaches too? 

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday September 9th, 2020 - 12:17:44 AM GMT
Welcome David

Great to have you on board. Another Ger is always welcome. 

 
David Laird
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Tuesday September 8th, 2020 - 12:41:36 PM GMT
RE: Not another Rangers fan

I'm afraid that's exactly what you've got here.

 

On Bill's grumbles about the Scottish national team, my thoughts are that we have an abundance of "decent" players, but very few of any real quality, and probably none (maybe 1) at the "world class" level, with arguably the 2 best players competing for the same position. In terms of midfielders there is an absolute stack of them who are reasonable, but that probably just gives the manager a problem in that he almost has to perm every option before he finds the combination of "decent" that gives more than the sum of it's parts. Up front we are sorely lacking quality and need to play to the style of whoever we put up there which will often make us very 1 dimensional.

 
David Campbell Jnr
Daniel Island S.A.


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
220 - 135 - 140 (0.581)
Monday September 7th, 2020 - 10:07:02 PM GMT
Not another Rangers fan?

Just kidding, welcome aboard David!  :)

 

 
Alon Atie
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Monday September 7th, 2020 - 04:19:25 PM GMT
Physio Boost

Minnesota Thunder would like to please use a physio boost on Bobby Firmino next session.

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday September 7th, 2020 - 02:16:45 PM GMT
Oh dear!!

Simon remembers back to I'm guessing 90s and 00s.

I remember when we HAD a team including Pat Crerand, Billy McNeil and Jim Baxter (and Kenny Dalglish, Joe Jordan, jimmy Johnstone etc etc) These lads could play and a team like Israel would have been swotted aside without the manager coming on to swell them up to offset a likely disappointing score, like last Friday..

Face it, we have gone back whilst also rans like Cyprus and SAN Marino have improved and can give us a run for our money... Sad times - wish I had a team and could get paid for this ......like I pay you lads.. 💰💰 

Difference in England is they HAVE the players but can't get them to play together - flattering to deceive in effect, whereas we just turn up and collect a cap for doing very little.

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Monday September 7th, 2020 - 01:55:24 PM GMT
Welcome: David Laird

Welcome to the league...Scottish I see...just what I needed...please fill me in about the national team....there are a lot  some people complaining....but I have no idea...The Scottish team I remember had players like Hendry, McCoist and Gallagher. But I think I can not name of the current players....well that's not true, you have to strong left defenders. Robertson and Tierney.

Anyway...welcome and feel free to post a lot on the blog.

We do try to get a conference call once in a while. Very nice, but you have to bring your own drinks...

Goodluck!

 
David Laird
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Monday September 7th, 2020 - 11:53:12 AM GMT
Hello

Thanks for the welcome David.

Had a look around here and see a few names I recognise from The Manager, so hello again to those I've gone head to head with before and hello for the first time to those I haven't yet met.

To offer up a bit of background on myself, if it's the kind of thing anyone here cares for, I'm nearly 40 years old, living in central Scotland, life long Rangers fan, father to 2 daughters.

I've seriously missed getting to the football over the last 6 months, and at some point last week accepted that The Manager wasn't coming back so reached out for an intro here.

I've not properly evaluated my team or the rules here, so I'd guess anyone coming up against me in the next few weeks should have a great chance, though looking at league positions, you had that already.

 

Anyway, enough for me just now, but thanks for having me and looking forward to building up the team and hopefully developing some decent rivalries here.

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday September 7th, 2020 - 10:52:01 AM GMT
NEW LAD at the HELM

Gents, No, I have not retired - one day, one day.  :-)

No, I have to announce that Graham has left looking after Seattle Sounders and North Sound Seawolves for a few reasons.  I'd like to thank Graham for his involvement and say he is more than welcome to come back should circumstances change.

In the meantime I would like you to welcome David Laird, who from today assumes controil of these 2 teams. David has played in various games including The Manager, so should be able to slot in well enough.

Welcome David, just ask around if something needs explaining - but I know you are in good hands.

First game up is on Wednesday - got to be honest, I think it's a tall order to start with this one - you can tell I am a frustrated manager...... :-) :-)

Good Luck, more importantly, enjoy the game - the rest of the managers don't bite, so I am told!!!

 
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Monday September 7th, 2020 - 10:40:29 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 7th September....:
CHA(20) CHV(15) MIA(50) NY(50) PHI(50) SJ(25)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday September 7th, 2020 - 10:18:13 AM GMT
Scottish Football

I only wish we could accept we are poor, and to compete we need the mentality of Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Iceland etc whereby they don't play their own game - they play as a bonded team, abd for each other.. We remember the good times but these good times are gone - if I wasn't feeling under the weather today I could have flown over and played tonight.. couldn't do any worse...

England flatter to deceive but they do get the results....😟

Simon, you say you know little about Scottish) football - join the various managers we've had to put up with - but by participating you are earning cash - win win I'd say..💰💰

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Monday September 7th, 2020 - 07:49:40 AM GMT
Re: Participation

I would love to react, but my knowledge of Scottish football (players) is very low...also about Whiskey, Rum and other alcoholic drinks....so most of the time I am reading and listening to people of more knowledge about that kind of items.

If you would start a conversation about holidays than I will jump in....although I believe I just jumped in into this conversation as well...

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Monday September 7th, 2020 - 01:28:51 AM GMT
Not after k

I will keep posting until I get a few replies. Surely someone in a football sim league has thoughts on my last blog, it's football...♥️⚽️

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Monday September 7th, 2020 - 01:26:53 AM GMT
Participation!,,,

Cheers David. Glad to have a reply. Anyone got a topic they want to rabbit on about on the blog? I'm wondering why Scotland did not beat Israel and why Israel seemed to have a couple of Messi's in their camp when it mattered! Scotland has a great squad just now. Why didn't Fleck start and why was McTominay in defence? We have a strong MF but why did Jack start? I am a Gers fan and love Jack but would rather see him pushed to right back and have McTominay or Fleck supporting in MF? 
 

Has Gerrard the must to break 10? Will he be hounded out of Ibrox in June? Is it a good idea to farm out strong Scottish talent in McCrorie, Docherty and Murphy (all Gers fans) in place of good but generic professional players? Scott Brown was an admitted Rangers fan...so does it actually matter? Is Neil Lennon the man Celtic want I under pressure, if there is any? 
 
Are Shankland and Nisbet any good? Are they top goal scorers held back by our poor Scottish development issues? Will Hearts bounce back immediately? Will Stevie Naismith's forehead grow any bigger? 
 

Answers on the blog please, not a postcard! 
 

Let us put the world to right. 😂😂😂

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Monday September 7th, 2020 - 01:26:52 AM GMT
Participation!,,,

Cheers David. Glad to have a reply. Anyone got a topic they want to rabbit on about on the blog? I'm wondering why Scotland did not beat Israel and why Israel seemed to have a couple of Messi's in their camp when it mattered! Scotland has a great squad just now. Why didn't Fleck start and why was McTominay in defence? We have a strong MF but why did Jack start? I am a Gers fan and love Jack but would rather see him pushed to right back and have McTominay or Fleck supporting in MF? 
 

Has Gerrard the must to break 10? Will he be hounded out of Ibrox in June? Is it a good idea to farm out strong Scottish talent in McCrorie, Docherty and Murphy (all Gers fans) in place of good but generic professional players? Scott Brown was an admitted Rangers fan...so does it actually matter? Is Neil Lennon the man Celtic want I under pressure, if there is any? 
 
Are Shankland and Nisbet any good? Are they top goal scorers held back by our poor Scottish development issues? Will Hearts bounce back immediately? Will Stevie Naismith's forehead grow any bigger? 
 

Answers on the blog please, not a postcard! 
 

Let us put the world to right. 😂😂😂

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Sunday September 6th, 2020 - 09:41:29 PM GMT
Philly's signing

Philadelphia are proud to announce the signing of experienced defender Keegan Rosebery, coach rob stated he is just what we need to bolster up our defence,as it seems fragile at present, he will slot straight in and debut against Minnesota. 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday September 6th, 2020 - 07:30:23 PM GMT
Poll Match Review

Gents, 200k has been banked to the participating managers accounts (to be paid after the last fixture....

Today 2 of you gained the 30k whilst 4 more gained 20k, and the rest 10k for turning up... :-)

Next Sunday's fixture for consideration is:

Carolina Dynamo v De Anza Force S.C.

*******************************************************************

Now remember 16 of you have a midweek fixture this Wednesday... Good luck..

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday September 6th, 2020 - 07:19:52 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 6th September....:
ATL(80) SJ(80)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday September 6th, 2020 - 02:02:50 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 26:
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #3: 1 TP (WdW)
Atlanta Silverbacks - MVP #3: 1 TP (wDW)
Vancouver Whitecaps - MVP #3: 1 TP (WDw)
New Bedford Whalers - MVP #3: 1 TP (WdW)
Montreal Olympique - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday September 6th, 2020 - 12:19:14 PM GMT
Al Sellers Cup 2nd Round Draw

Gents, This Wednesday sees the Al Sellers Cup 1st Round 2nd Leg ties.

Draw for the 2nd Round pairs up the winners v one of the last 8 from the Dave Dowson Shield.

Roy assisted in this and the draw results in:

2nd Round     1st Leg (ties are played home and away)

Atlanta Silverbacks or New England Revolution v Los Angeles Galaxy

Minnesota Thunder v Chicago Fire or Colorado Rapids

Chivas USA or Columbus Crew v D.C. United

Philadelphia Union v Portland Timbers or Montreal Impacts

Rochester Rhinos or Real Salt Lake v Miami FC

FC Dallas v San Jose Earthquakes or Charleston Battery

Seattle Sounders or Carolina Railhawks v New York Red Bulls

Kansas City Wizards v Vancouver Whitecaps or Houston Dynamos

Games to be played midweeks Sessions 29 and 31

*****************************************************

Draws for the 3rd Round and the Al Sellers Plate will be random and made after the above games are completed. 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday September 6th, 2020 - 12:02:00 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 6th September....:
MON(40) NY(80)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday September 6th, 2020 - 11:35:16 AM GMT
Sunday Update and La Liga

Gents, just to say that we are only 4 senior and 2 (?) youth teams short of a full house for today's games. Would have been more but things are moving behind the scenes - read this space tomorrow morning for developments.

However I enjoyed reading the last few Blogs regarding Messi and La Liga, so feel free to add to the discussion. It earns you cash when I open the League's purse, and let's me know I am not out here by myself.  :-)

Good luck to all.....

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Sunday September 6th, 2020 - 01:59:44 AM GMT
La liga

Cheers David. Glad to have a reply. Anyone got a topic they want to rabbit on about on the blog? I'm wondering why Scotland did not beat Israel and why Israel seemed to have a couple of Messi's in their camp when it mattered! Scotland has a great squad just now. Why didn't Fleck start and why was McTominay in defence? We have a strong MF but why did Jack start? I am a Gers fan and love Jack but would rather see him pushed to right back and have McTominay or Fleck supporting in MF? 
 

Has Gerrard the must to break 10? Will he be hounded out of Ibrox in June? Is it a good idea to farm out strong Scottish talent in McCrorie, Docherty and Murphy (all Gers fans) in place of good but generic professional players? Scott Brown was an admitted Rangers fan...so does it actually matter? Is Neil Lennon the man Celtic want I under pressure, if there is any? 
 
Are Shankland and Nisbet any good? Are they top goal scorers held back by our poor Scottish development issues? Will Hearts bounce back immediately? Will Stevie Naismith's forehead grow any bigger? 
 

Answers on the blog please, not a postcard! 
 

Let us put the world to right. 😂😂😂

 
David Campbell Jnr
Daniel Island S.A.


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
220 - 135 - 140 (0.581)
Saturday September 5th, 2020 - 11:19:34 PM GMT
La liga

Had the same thought Bill. Barca in transition, Real don't look the same force they have been, could be time for Atletico Madrid to challenge again.

I'd love to see someone come out of the pack. I think Real Sociedad are only a couple of players away from a serious challenge. Can see them being the one if the big guns do falter .

 
Bill Ramsay Jnr
New Bedford Whalers


 
Recent Entries
Saturday September 5th, 2020 - 12:44:59 AM GMT
Messy staying

...as a fan how would you feel if your star player clearly wants to leave but feels he has to stay for monetary reasons? He might get a few "boo's" this season. Flip side of the coin, he might galvanise Barca, but I doubt that. There are a lot of messy things at Barca just now, they are lucky Real are in a bad place too. This might be the season for the weird and rare opportunity for another Spanish team to win the league?.. 

Thoughts? 

 

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Friday September 4th, 2020 - 08:04:33 PM GMT
Messi staying...

seems we keep our money in the pocket as well....

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Friday September 4th, 2020 - 07:09:50 PM GMT
That’s okay Simon

Bottom line is I'll pay out if I know I have to pay out - this Treasurer has no problems spending cash. 
Thanks Simon for informing me ✅✅

PS Messi is staying at Barcelona - seems my team Hibs didn't have a spare jersey for him.. Bummer... 😉😉😉

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Friday September 4th, 2020 - 12:25:54 PM GMT
recall shooting...

Sorry David, was not meant to be harsh.My apologies if I was not polite.

Our financial department was very happy to receive the money....I believe they already spend it again...

How to Ask for (and Receive) More Scholarship Money - Potential Magazine

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday September 3rd, 2020 - 03:53:32 PM GMT
Don't shoot the Messenger

Simon, if only Paul had asked me to give you the cash for your survey.... 

But now you have flagged it up, all done!!

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Thursday September 3rd, 2020 - 03:51:56 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 3rd September as per managers survey....:
MIA(50)

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Thursday September 3rd, 2020 - 01:17:15 PM GMT
Re: Participation bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 2nd September as per manager survey....:

 

where is our participation bonus?

Christmas Cash Goes Blowing In The Wind - CBS News

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday September 2nd, 2020 - 08:53:36 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 2nd September as per manager survey....:
MIN(50)

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Wednesday September 2nd, 2020 - 03:58:24 PM GMT
OASL Manager Interview - Part 5 - Alon Atie

Alon Atie's interview is now available to view on the main page. Please scroll down to review his responses. 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday September 2nd, 2020 - 10:14:36 AM GMT
Wednesday Update

Al Sellers Cup 1st Round 1st Leg games tonight, with 16 teams competing (2nd leg matches next Wednesday).

11 team lines in, so only 5 left to make it a full house.  I am looking for that full house, starting to get a little paranoid with the NMR numbers creeping up...  Sure this rallying call will get the reaction I am looking for...... 

Good luck to all!!

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday August 31st, 2020 - 10:43:31 AM GMT
Prediction League

The following teams receive Prediction League through 31st August as per Poll Matches earnings.....:
ATL(150) CAR(140) CHA(60) CHI(60) CHV(150) COL(100) CLB(30) DC(50) HOU(110) KC(90) LA(100) MIA(100) MIN(120) MON(150) NE(110) NY(110) PHI(160) POR(20) RSL(190) ROC(150) SJ(130) SEA(100) VAN(20)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday August 31st, 2020 - 10:38:54 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 31st August.....:
ATL(40) CHV(50) COL(50) CLB(15) MIA(45) MON(15) PHI(50) SJ(40) VAN(15)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday August 30th, 2020 - 09:14:35 PM GMT
Further Sunday Update

MSA has been done!!

Plus tomorrow morning I will pay out the amounts for the first half of the Poll Match monies. Table is below - don't know why I am reproducing it, as there won't be any appeals, bribes, complaints considered. I do this as an extra for the game so don't intend going back through all the sheets. It is as right as it is going to be. BE IN IT TO WIN something.. Eleven more match days is a MINIMUM of 110k for any team who enters it (and is crap at guessing the correct score or result in all 11 games), so why wouldn't you be in it????

Average is 100k for all 24 teams, except some teams don't enter much - some teams have earned more than that. No excuse... :-)

TEAM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 MSA
      W E E K S         TOTALS
ATL 20 10 10 10 10 20 20 10   20 20 150
CAR 20 10 10 20 10 10 10 20 10 10 10 140
CHA     10 20       10   20   60
CHI 20 20           20       60
CHV 20   10 10 10 20 10 20 20 20 10 150
COL 10 10     10 10 10 20 10 10 10 100
CLB   10 10       10         30
DAL                       0
DC   20           10 10   10 50
HOU 20 20 30 10     10     20   110
KC 20 10   10   10 20   20     90
LA 10   10 10 10 10 10 10 10 20   100
MIA 10 20     20 10 20   10   10 100
MIN 20 10 10 10   10 20 10 20   10 120
MON 20 10 10 10   30   20 30 10 10 150
NE 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 20 10   10 110
NY 10 20 10 10       10 10 30 10 110
PHI 20 20 10 10 10 10 20 10 10 30 10 160
POR   20                   20
ROC 20 10   30 20 10 10   30 10 10 150
RSL 20 20 10 20 20 10 10 20 30 10 20 190
SAN   10 10 10 10 10 20 20 10 20 10 130
SEA   20   20 20   20 10 10     100
VAN 20                     20
  290 280 160 220 160 180 230 240 250 230 160 2400

 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday August 30th, 2020 - 04:38:39 PM GMT
Poll Match Review

Good week for the treasurer - me! Only 160k to be paid out to teams and nobody earned a 30k payout. Even the managers of the 2 teams involved only gained 10k each.. :-)

I can certainly pick the games.... next week's fixture will be:

Columbus Crew v Chivas USA

 

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday August 30th, 2020 - 02:35:23 PM GMT
Simon

Simon , just the one Bttle of RUM  ?  LOL  no chance ..not had any alchol  since Aug 1st  !!

 

You have to face MSA  or will you go  Missing In Action

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday August 30th, 2020 - 02:02:16 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 24:
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #3: 1 TP (WwW)
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #5: 25k (wDw)
D.C. United - MVP #4: 1 CP (WwW)
Montreal Impact - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #4: 1 CP (wDw)
Los Angeles Blues - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
Utah Surf Boys S.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wDW)

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Sunday August 30th, 2020 - 11:07:56 AM GMT
MSA

Is there not a rule that the number last of the competition is excluded for MSA?

I am pretty sure it was...

Robin copied the rules if I am correct....so I need to go to the liquor store to get some rum.

Do Fantasy Sports Spell The End Of Corruption In Athletics? | TechCrunch

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday August 30th, 2020 - 10:32:21 AM GMT
Sunday Update

Gents, only 2 senior BUT 4 youth team line ups still to go in, so thanks for that.

NOW, today sometime after today's games I will run MSA (oh, the power... :-)) - it might be tomorrow morning but it WILL be done by Monday 10am, so no complaints afterwards about me pinching all those SLs, eh?.

Today marks the half way point in all the league divisions - one cup finished and 3 still to be completed - 2 of which still to be started, Al Sellers Cup and the Al Sellers Plate, plus the Youth Cup. Lots to play for......

Good luck for today.......

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday August 29th, 2020 - 08:39:00 PM GMT
Thanks Andy, but Roy.....🤫

Front page left hand side, under matches to come - been on there for about 2 weeks now. 🤓🤓

MSA is always at the half way point in the League - 11 games. 👍👍

Will be done either tomorrow evening or Monday morning when I do the Participation cash.

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Saturday August 29th, 2020 - 03:13:05 PM GMT
MSA

Tomorrow night, after the games are played. 

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Saturday August 29th, 2020 - 01:59:32 PM GMT
MSA?

David when's MSA please?

I can't see it on any schedule

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Saturday August 29th, 2020 - 01:13:44 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 29th August....:
MON(40)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday August 29th, 2020 - 12:57:37 PM GMT
Youth Cup Review (2)

Thanks Roy, who summed up the final section placings on the Journal and set out the Quarter Final draw:

De Anza Force v Colorado Ice Whites

Columbus Rebels v Golden Gophers 

Fall River Rovers v Savannah Celtic 

Carson City Kickers v Texas Dutch Lions

Games not played till 30th September in Session 33 - after the Al Sellers Cup Rounds 1 and 2 are completed.

 
Mark Creasey
Montreal Impact


 
Recent Entries
Friday August 28th, 2020 - 07:36:55 PM GMT
Trading DF's away

Anyone looking for DF's, or are most squads full?   I seek CP.

No idea on trade values, so feel free to rip me off ;-)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday August 27th, 2020 - 08:47:01 AM GMT
Last Night

I am thinking teams who WANTED to know results from last night will have already checked them out, so I don't see this as a spoiler.

The Dave Dowson Shield has been completed and I will tuck the cash prizes away for presenting at the end of the season to the last 4 teams. Congrats to the winner and a great run through the competition for the runner up.

The youth sections were completed without the need for any play offs. No doubt Roy will include the qualifiers in his Cup Review - Quarter Final draw is easy in that W1 v W2, W3 v W4 ....and you get the rest - games not for a few midweeks though... NEXT midweek starts the Al Sellers Cup 1st round 1st leg ties - it's all go.

BUT I have noticed that the NMR table keeps going up - 22 youth team lineups so far and just less than that for senior teams. If you have a problem please let me know - but do remember you DO operate a youth team too (except Al - I cover his so I can get into the game somewhere and not mess up the software.. !!) 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday August 26th, 2020 - 08:45:14 PM GMT
I’m redundant Paul

Paul, been reduced to the youth team Columbus Rebels but I know of your new managers' survey. Thanks for that - starting to earn your huge fee now.. 👍👍

Big night tonight - 1st Cup Final and last of the youth section games. 

 

 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday August 26th, 2020 - 08:01:16 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 23:
Colorado Ice White - MVP #3: 1 TP (wdW)
Savannah Celtic FC - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WDw)
Carolina Dynamo - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wwW)
New York Red Bulls - MVP #6: 25k (WWw)

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Wednesday August 26th, 2020 - 03:13:23 PM GMT
OASL Manager Interview - Part 5 - Simon Bijker

Simon Bijker's interview is now available to view on the main page. Please scroll down to review his responses. 

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Wednesday August 26th, 2020 - 03:11:59 PM GMT
David Blair

David, 

I cannot see you in the list of managers when trying to send you a message on here. Your jnr is there. Can you please check. You were omitted as you were also not included in the Manager Interview email that was sent to All Div 1 and 2 Manager lists. 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday August 26th, 2020 - 10:02:21 AM GMT
I know the feeling, Al

You would think there would be a bit more respect for us older lads, but I struggle to get it when playing with the Rebels.. and ask Robin, the queen is getting ready to send his birthday card out.. 😂😂😂😂

I mean I feel this morning like 111, no, wait, that should be ill, but do I get any good wishes, not a blink!!

Still 8 teams still to put lines in - I will always be on people's backs for NMRs - takes no time to put lines in.

PS Great bit of Blogging from Bryce on tonight's youth matches. Thanks for that - and should there be a section with 2 teams level points and goals scored - there would be a play off as there is at least 5 midweeks before the Quarter Finals...👍👍

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Wednesday August 26th, 2020 - 01:12:58 AM GMT
OASL Bug Report

David,

I'd like to report a bug.  Since I wrote the simulator, shouldn't I be winning more games?  Shouldn't managers let me win as needed?  It seems like there are a lot of bugs right now...  

Al

 
Bryce Kalmbach
Atlanta Silverbacks


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
416 - 268 - 399 (0.508)
Tuesday August 25th, 2020 - 11:32:37 PM GMT
Youth Cup Final Group Games

Good lineup of games tomorrow. Something to play for in 7 of the 8 groups. Here are the permutations:

Group A:

De Anza Force S.C. vs Mount Tabor S.C. 

De Anza only need a point here to advance. Mount Tabor not technically eliminated but a win for them most likely puts Laredo through.

Group B:

Washington Diplomats vs. Colorado Ice White 

One of the winner takes all matches. A draw gets Colorado through.

Group C:

Utah Surf Boys S.C. vs Columbus Rebels

Another winner takes all match. Draw sees Columbus advance.

Group D:

Windy City Pride vs. Golden Gophers

Interesting group here. Draw or win for the Gophers and they move on but they can also survive with a 1 goal loss. If Windy City manages better than that and win by 2+ goals they can move on.

Group E:

KC Athletics vs. Daniel Island S.A.

Consolation match only as Fall River have already beaten these two teams and secured a spot in the knockout from this group.

Group F:

Savannah Celtic FC vs. Gananda Bandits S.C.

Winner takes all between these two but a draw is good enough for Savannah.

Group G:

North Sound Seawolves vs. Carson City Kickers

North Sound cannot advance with any result but Carson City can keep the party going with a 3 goal win or a 2 goal win where they score at least 3 goals. If they win 2-0 we go way down the tiebreaker chart to leading goal scorer and then to flip a coin. So I guess this is the one to watch if you like chaos.

Group H:

Texas Dutch Lions vs. Carolina Dynamo

Win or draw for Texas gets them into the next round. Carolina need a win by more than 2 goals or a 2 goal win where they score at least 3 goals.

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday August 24th, 2020 - 08:17:38 PM GMT
Al Sellers Cup Schedule

Now posted, and as in the Dave Dowson Shield ties, the referee for the 1st leg game will be the same for the return leg. :-)

The 8 Quarter Finalists from the Shield sections receive a bye for the 2nd Round as per Rules. (Maybe someone will comment that perhaps an all in draw is more democratic and in future the 8 bye teams would be random - a Poll perhaps?)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday August 24th, 2020 - 03:29:47 PM GMT
Al Sellers Cup Draw

Sorry for delay but with my internet down I wasn't going to type in the games individually. Games will take place in sessions 25 and 27. I still have to schedule the games but be aware of them, please..

Games are played over 2 legs home and away (away goals rules apply here).

1st Round 1st Leg games are as follows:

  Al Sellers Cup  
     
     
Seattle Sounders          v Carolina Railhawks
Atlanta Silverbacks          v New England Revolution
San Jose Earthquakes          v Charleston Battery
Chivas USA          v Columbus Crew
Rochester Rhinos          v Real Salt Lake
Chicago Fire          v Colorado Rapids
Vancouver Whitecaps          v Houston Dynamos
Portland Timbers          v Montreal Impacts

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday August 24th, 2020 - 03:24:27 PM GMT
Poll Match

Fingers crossed but I am back online and have a home phone again...

Thanks to Paul for organising a Managers Survey again. He is very free with the League's money, but as I am the Treasurer as well, I can confirm money will be paid out upon sensible completion of the Survey. 

Poll Match next week is a humdinger of a youth game - Fall River Rovers v New Bedford Whalers - LAST match to earn anything before MSA - monies will be paid out after MSA next weekend.

Did I forget to mention MSA - it arrives after next weekend's games..... MARK?

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Monday August 24th, 2020 - 02:44:04 PM GMT
OASL Manager Interview - Part 5

The new interview is in your inboxes now. When this is received, it will be published on the main page, scroll down to find it. As each reply is published i will let David know and you will each earn 50k as this is updated.These will be published every 4/5 days for the remainder of the season. 

Thanks in advance for your participation

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday August 24th, 2020 - 09:41:41 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 24th August....:
PHI(50) SJ(30)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday August 23rd, 2020 - 03:56:18 PM GMT
Poll Match Review

Just to say that 2 managers will be getting 30k for being correct with the result and score line. A further 6 managers get 20k for getting the result correct and another 6 get 10k for taking part.

Won't get Broadband back till tomorrow 😡😡😡 and have lots to catch up with, so the next match won't be put on till tomorrow... 👍

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday August 23rd, 2020 - 02:03:16 PM GMT
Sunday Update

2 senior teams and 3 youth teams (LAG please note you run a youth team too!) and kess than one hour to go.

 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday August 23rd, 2020 - 02:01:33 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 22:
Chivas USA - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)
Houston Dynamo - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wwW)
Atlanta Silverbacks - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday August 19th, 2020 - 08:19:49 PM GMT
40 minutes to go..🧸

And then there were 3......🤔🤔

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday August 19th, 2020 - 08:00:41 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 21:
Washington Diplomats - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wwW)
Fall River Rovers - MVP #3: 1 TP (WWw)
Langley F.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday August 19th, 2020 - 11:46:01 AM GMT
Wednesday update

Lads, still 9 (NINE) of 20 team lines still to be put through - and some managers have 2 to put through...🤔🤔

 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday August 18th, 2020 - 09:06:35 AM GMT
Tuesday Update

Gents, please remember that tomorrow (Wednesday) there are 16 youth teams in action along with the 2 semi finals of the Dave Dowson Shield.

i am still without internet - all this is being done via my iPhone.  😡😡

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday August 17th, 2020 - 10:32:03 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 17th August....:
CHV(50) LA(15) MIA(15) SJ(15) VAN(50)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday August 16th, 2020 - 02:00:55 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 20:
Philadelphia Union - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWW)
New York Red Bulls - MVP #5: 25k (wWW)
Vancouver Whitecaps - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWD)
De Anza Force S.C. - MVP #3: 1 TP (WWd)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday August 16th, 2020 - 01:29:39 PM GMT
Simon

Ha ha - I did pick a game but in Monday first thing Karin and myself took off to Pitlochry for a couple of days - getting back Wednesday.

Butvthsts okay - as each half of the season was meant to have 10 Polls and by missing this one we are back on track. Thanks for the heads up - 3 people had already voted on a game that took place last week..... and all wrong. Life CAN be fun.. 😂😂

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Sunday August 16th, 2020 - 12:07:10 PM GMT
poll match?

Is there a new one?

Or is my computer very slow?

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday August 16th, 2020 - 10:19:46 AM GMT
Sunday Update

Only 5 senior teams team lines needed for a full house today, along with 6 youth line ups (the 6th one is my own..)

Remember the Poll match - only a couple of Sunday's left before I pay out the first half monies... Be in it to win cash.

Jason, sorry for delay but I've sorted your query out. 

Some cracking Quarter Finals last Wednesday in the Dave Dowson Shield competition- Semi Finals due up this Wednesday. Thanks to Roy for summarising them up on the front page - I know it's his job, but I still appreciate reading his and Rob's reviews.....

Good luck today to all (except any NMRs)... 🤫🤫

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday August 15th, 2020 - 09:18:19 AM GMT
Rules

First of all it's MANY thanks to Robin who copied over the rules to the new link. Took a while as I kept sending in updates etc. 

However please don't flag up any differences as there are quite a few where the new ones were updated from the last ones in 2013. As Robin says the old link will go at the season end but even for now it's the updated ones at the bottom that count. Still changes to be made as the Youth Auction is being replaced.

On another note about the OTF MA in the last auction, Mark said it's a random position that comes up BUT if it ever happens again we will flag it up and coaches will bid as normal. It will be the bids that will win it, not any error messages. But we will see it coming and make sure you boys are all informed - we didn't last time as it has never come up before - can say the next one is fine... 👍

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday August 14th, 2020 - 04:05:21 PM GMT
Front page Rules

Yes we have 2 sets .

1. .This was an emergency set of rules  (we had none)  compiled by Paul Cockayne on his WEB site .

This was supposed to be a temp. . solution but has gone on for many seasons . Now time to give Paul back his Web site and many thanks from us and the other SOS leagues .

2. New Rules  , and we are igreateful to Andrew McCumiskey for setting up the site for us and the othe SOS leagues . However he declined to do all the work  (LOL) and left that to me . Somewhat of a marathon , NOT simply copy and paste  , so I hope I have got everything correct .

We have left the original rules in place until end of this season , then they will be removed. So in meantime if you look at both sets and find anything missing lets us know please .

Robin

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Friday August 14th, 2020 - 03:36:25 PM GMT
NY GK

Bill, 

I don't think i have ever seen a team with 5 GK on their roster before. Albeit your latest recruit was a bargain :) Some teams don't have 5 players in DF or MF :)

A new record i think. 

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Friday August 14th, 2020 - 03:34:31 PM GMT
Auction OTF Players

David, 

Can the low SL players for the OTF all be static players? On Auction 3 Lot 7 there was a 9/3 MA but 4 bids were invalid as those teams have 5 Multi Position Players already on their roster. CAR and KC would have won the auction (or a bid off as they both bid 351) rather than MON who won on 300.

The other OTF static lots are fine when a static player is selected.

For those not knowing what i mean by static player - SW/DF/MF/FW rather than the DM/MA players.  

Thanks

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Friday August 14th, 2020 - 03:24:29 PM GMT
Front Page Rules

Robin/David,

There are 2 rules links on the main page. There is the one for OASL Rules - http://paulcockayne3.wixsite.com/mysite

And one for Robin - http://www.vanillaconsulting.biz/seslwiki/index.php?title=OASL_Rules

Are these both correct?

Both links appear to work ok. 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday August 13th, 2020 - 10:34:10 PM GMT
Next Wednesday.....

Gents, still having internet problems with BT but will schedule the Dave Dowson Shield Semi Finals for NEXT WEDNESDAY 19th August ASAP (Friday?). Not spoiling here as the 4 teams will know they are through and Roy will hopefully have a review on the front page by tomorrow... 🤔

Plus there is the 2nd of 3 section games in the Youth Cup the same night. 👍

Same time I will post the Al Sellers Cup 1st Round Draw....

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday August 12th, 2020 - 08:00:41 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 19:
Colorado Ice White - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
Golden Gophers - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday August 12th, 2020 - 11:46:15 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 11th August..missed dye to Commish’s myopia -sorry!! 😉😉:
SJ(40)

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Tuesday August 11th, 2020 - 11:17:10 PM GMT
Front page Rules

Somebody with Commish acess keeps Changing the Link set up on the new Rules , PLEASE STOP , this is the 5th time I have had to correct it .

Thankyou .

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Tuesday August 11th, 2020 - 09:52:11 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 11th August..missed dye to Commish’s myopia -sorry!! 😉😉:
SJ(40)

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Tuesday August 11th, 2020 - 09:30:41 PM GMT
No bonus for SJ

I did do a journal on 7th but no payout. Maybe not enough words to get one!

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday August 11th, 2020 - 05:01:04 PM GMT
Participation money

Brian and others, since this week was the lowest payout for ages, the money is paid out weekly usually on Monday mornings for your contributions to Journals and Blogs. 
a simple Blog will get a minimum 10k - an interesting or informative blog nets more. 2 Blogs will usually get to 30-35k, but more if it is really good. Add a Journal - speak to Rob (or just read his Journals) - his 2 Journals gets him close to if not on the maximum payout of 50k per week.

I can payout as much as I want and it depends on the contributions made by the managers of senior teams. (Means I don't earn anything....😡😡)

Hope that helps.... (and the Poll Match earnings will also give you 200k minimum even if you get everything wrong. But you need to participate to accumulate.. that's good 🤔🤓😂✅.

 
Brian Beerman
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday August 11th, 2020 - 03:39:27 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

What does it take to receive a participation bonus?

Thanks.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday August 10th, 2020 - 08:59:05 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 10th August....:
MIN(15) NY(30) PHI(50)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday August 9th, 2020 - 07:14:13 PM GMT
Poll match

Next Sunday's game will be Columbus Crew v Philadelphia Union.

Now please Remember that beside the Dave Dowson Shield Quarter Finals we start the Youth Cup section games, so for 8 teams at least there may be 2 matches on Wednesday and for 16 managers there is at least one game.  🤓🤓

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday August 9th, 2020 - 07:08:16 PM GMT
Poll Match Review

Gents, 16 managers entered the Poll with 9 getting 10k for taking part, 4 get 20k for getting the result correct, and 3 getting 30k for getting the score correct as well. The highest number in any one week to get the full 30k. Total payout will be 260k this week. 
I'll work out next weeks game tonight.

 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday August 9th, 2020 - 02:00:54 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 18:
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #4: 1 CP (WWD)
New England Revolution - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wDW)
New Bedford Whalers - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)
Red Force FC - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WDw)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday August 9th, 2020 - 09:13:43 AM GMT
Sunday Update

Greetings gents on this lovely sunny morning.. (it is here in Fife anyway).

Good to report that only 2 senior team lines still have to come in (and I'm not worried by these 2) BUT there are 4 youth lines still due - no doubt they will be by kickoff time.

And remember to put in your guess for the Poll Match - even if nowhere correct you still get paid for entering. Be in it to get something out of it. Good luck today!! 👍

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Friday August 7th, 2020 - 08:25:44 AM GMT
Dave Dowson Shield Update

Our Cup Reviewer, Roy, very quickly updated the results last night and added the Quarter Final line up at the end of his report on the front page. Much appreciated, Roy. ✅

Today I have scheduled these Quarter Finals for next Wednesday to be played alongside the first set of Youth Cup matches, so please ensure you check out the fixtures and not miss any - some if you will have 2 games next midweek.. 🤓🤓

 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday August 6th, 2020 - 06:42:49 PM GMT
Dave Dowson Shield Update

Our Cup Reviewer, Roy, very quickly updated the results last night and added the Quarter Final line up at the end of his report on the front page. Much appreciated, Roy. ✅

Today I have scheduled these Quarter Finals for next Wednesday to be played alongside the first set of Youth Cup matches, so please ensure you check out the fixtures and not miss any - some if you will have 2 games next midweek.. 🤓🤓

 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday August 5th, 2020 - 11:11:34 PM GMT
Trade: NY - CHA

NY sends Ken Buchanan (2/23 MF), Giliano Wiijnaldum (5/24 MA), Marcus Hahnemann (6/18 GK) to CHA for Oisin Murphy (3/28 MA), Jason Bradshaw (5/12 GK)

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday August 5th, 2020 - 08:31:20 PM GMT
Zoom

Sorry folks. Just home. Agreed, postpone to next week. 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday August 5th, 2020 - 08:19:13 PM GMT
Alon

I haven't seen a hosting password etc so guessing Bill wanted one of us to start it. 
think you are right - we will let Bill plan these things.. 😉😉👍

 
Alon Atie
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Wednesday August 5th, 2020 - 08:13:34 PM GMT
Zoom

Sorry only came on now.

I think its a bit late so probably best to postpone to next week.

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday August 5th, 2020 - 08:06:56 PM GMT
Zoom

Gents, I have never started a zoom set up so wouldn't know where to go and apart from Bill's first meeting, I have ever only been onto 1 zoom meeting (bowling club) and was supplied the details for it. If it doesn't go ahead I will be there when the next one is ready..(I always used Skype with Dave in the old days and we did Cup draws as we could see the draw being made.. The Good Old Days.

PS Thanks for a full house for tonight, lads. makes running the set up all the more appealing when that happens. Good luck all!!

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday August 5th, 2020 - 08:00:42 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 17:
FC Dallas - MVP #4: 1 CP (dWW)
Atlanta Silverbacks - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WDw)
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #3: 1 TP (Www)

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday August 5th, 2020 - 01:35:38 PM GMT
Zoom

Can someone else kick off the zoom meet tonight? I should be able to attend but won't be home for 2000 GMT. 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday August 5th, 2020 - 10:18:30 AM GMT
Wednesday update

Gents, seems we had another wee blip - sorted by Mark 👍

So far only 12 of 24 teams have lines in for tonight's last round of cup matches - even if you haven't a chance of qualifying for the last 8 of the Dage Dowson Shield it is still an opportunity to play lesser lights and train players.

Plus there is Bill's Zoom get together at 8pm tonight ...✅✅

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday August 4th, 2020 - 10:31:15 AM GMT
OTF business

Sorted last night, and I can see that it won't be a problem in the next auction. Will watch out for it, and if it can't be sorted out for future auctions at least we would know to manually correct any anomaly - sometimes you need a problem to make you aware, there just might be a problem. I knew it was going too well....... :-)

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Monday August 3rd, 2020 - 11:46:42 PM GMT
Andy

Agree, and I am sure the new boss has this on his radar. Cheers pal. 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday August 3rd, 2020 - 08:27:08 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 3rd August....:
NY(35) SEA(65)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday August 3rd, 2020 - 08:25:21 PM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through 3rd August - auction 3 OTF adjustment....:
KC(-351) MON(300)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday August 3rd, 2020 - 10:55:16 AM GMT
Trade: NY - HOU

NY sends Ruslan Chagaev (5/22 GK) to HOU for 2 CP, Jerome Sriganthan (5/13 GK)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday August 3rd, 2020 - 08:56:04 AM GMT
Poll Match Review

Gents,  17 managers took part yesterday and there was a full house in the senior teams line ups - thanks...

In the Poll 7 were correct (for 20k), whilst the other 9 gainesd the 10k for taking part - but I certainly pick them as nobody got the CHI 1-0 win v DC (come on, it's hardly a spoiler....)

Monies have been allocated to each team's cash to be given out at MSA time.

Next Week's Poll Match will be:

Real Salt Lake v Miami FC

 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday August 3rd, 2020 - 08:49:54 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 3rd August....:
MON(25) NY(35) PHI(50) SJ(45)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday August 3rd, 2020 - 08:37:12 AM GMT
OTF

Nobody mentioned the various things that can happen whilst running a game..... :-(

Thanks Mark, you explained it well - will watch for it happening again, BEFORE the auction runs. And will add something onto the auction page itself .

I am off to a funeral so will correct it all this evening but the winner of the 3 OTF is Kansas City Wizards, as both they and CAR are in the top division but the "player" goes to the lower of the 2 in points. So tonight I will re-imburse MON, take away his MA 9,3, and add 3 OTF to KC whilst deducting 351k.  :-)

 
Mark Creasey
Montreal Impact


 
Recent Entries
Monday August 3rd, 2020 - 08:07:27 AM GMT
Lot 7 OTF

Seems reasonable to re-calculate manually the OTF lot 7. 

It's not commish fault as software randomly assigns a position.  I never realised it would cause an issue, and not sure if the 4 managers whose bids were invalidated noticed MA position either?   Best if these blips flagged up beforehand, but I'm happy for David to cancel my winning bid.

 

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Monday August 3rd, 2020 - 12:59:45 AM GMT
Andy

Agree, and I am sure the new boss has this on his radar. Cheers pal. 

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Sunday August 2nd, 2020 - 11:58:02 PM GMT
Andy

Agree, and I am sure the new boss has this on his radar. Cheers pal. 

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday August 2nd, 2020 - 11:26:33 PM GMT
Lot 7

OTF shouldn't be made an MPP. 4 teams bids were disqualified due to this. It should have been input as MF position only. This lot may have to be looked at again to be fair to the teams that had bids rejected in error.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday August 2nd, 2020 - 02:00:53 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 16:
Daniel Island S.A. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WDw)
Columbus Rebels - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday August 2nd, 2020 - 01:40:24 PM GMT
Sunday Update

Just over an hour to go and only SEA to put in a team line. BUT 4 youth teams have still to enter team lines.. 

Let's hope for a full house - would be the first in a while.. 🤔🤔

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday August 1st, 2020 - 08:35:10 PM GMT
Zoom meeting

Wednesday 8pm sounds good to me.. and just before the evening matches..👍👍

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday August 1st, 2020 - 01:58:47 AM GMT
Zoom chat Wednesday at 8pm

Who is in? The more the merrier. 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Thursday July 30th, 2020 - 07:54:04 AM GMT
Trade: ATL - CHI

ATL sends 150k to CHI for 2 TP

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday July 29th, 2020 - 08:01:10 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 15:
D.C. United - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWD)
New York Red Bulls - MVP #4: 1 CP (wWW)
Colorado Rapids - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWD)
Columbus Crew - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Wwd)
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #3: 1 TP (wwW)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday July 29th, 2020 - 08:51:09 AM GMT
Wednesday Update

12 hours to go and 6 teamlines still needed for a full house...

Last Sunday was NOT a full house - shame but life exists.....

Dave Dowson Shield is on it's 9th section game tonight - a few more qualifiers will likely be known by 9-02pm. For some who can't qualify a chance to train up and save ELs for the bigger picture (league games coming up..).

Good luck to all...

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Tuesday July 28th, 2020 - 08:25:33 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 28th July....:
CAR(120)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday July 27th, 2020 - 10:35:48 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 27th July....:
COL(50) MON(35) NE(35) NY(15) PHI(50) SJ(50)

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Sunday July 26th, 2020 - 11:55:36 PM GMT
Youth Cup Groups

Group A:  De Anza Force, Laredo Heat, Mount Tabor

Group B:  Colorado Ice, Bedford Whalers, Washington

Group C:  Columbus Rebels, Montreal Olympique, Utah Surf

Group D:  Golden Gophers, LA Blues, Windy City

Group E:  Daniel Island, Fall River, KC Athletics

Group F:  Gananda Bandits, Red Force, Savannah Celtic

Group G:  Carson City, Langley, North Sound

Group H:  Carolina Dynamo, Roxborough, Texas Dutch Lions

I've had a look at the T-11 stats for the groups (which may or may not be relevant for the Youth teams) and there seems to be a good spread across the groups. Groups E and D look the most interesting. Group D's rankings are 2nd, 9th and 11th but the 9th ranked team is Alon's Gopher and the 11th is the Blues who have won the cup before. Group E has 14th ranked Daniel Island who have won the league twice, KC ranked 8th who have won the cup once and the likely favourites for the cup 1st placed ranked Fall River who have won the league twice.

However some stats often don't mean much - De Anza top Div 4 and are scoring goals for for but are only ranked 13th and Utah are 2nd in Div 3 but only ranked 18th in T-11.

I can't find the rules for the Youth Cup, but there are 8 groups of 3 teams, each team plays the other 2 teams once and then winners of each group form the quarter-finals. The knockout stages are played over one round.

 

 

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday July 26th, 2020 - 04:16:10 PM GMT
Poll Match Review

Gents, Nobody got within reach of earning 30k today, but I have added a total of 230k to teams' balances to be paid at MSA, for the lads who guessed the result correctly AND the others who took part..  4 teams are 100k or more after 7 weeks, but 1 still has not taken part and 3 others have only taken part once - yet all earned 20k with their sole offering. 

In addition I have put up next weekend's Poll match - and NO - it isn't the standout tie MIN v NY......

For me, I plan to be at the top of the 2nd division clash between CHI and DC..... Fill your boots!!  :-)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday July 26th, 2020 - 02:01:22 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 14:
Philadelphia Union - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWD)
Vancouver Whitecaps - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wdW)
Utah Surf Boys S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wDw)
Fall River Rovers - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
De Anza Force S.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
Colorado Ice White - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday July 26th, 2020 - 09:28:25 AM GMT
Sunday Update

First of all we just have 6 senior and 7 youth teams to be entered for today's games, and don't forget to place a Poll match guess (result and scoreline) to earn some pennies. Let's have NO NMRs today, eh.. :-)

Also the Youth Cup was drawn into it's usual 8 sections x 3 teams. Each team plays a game v the other 2 - winner of each section to the Quarter Finals. Games are played the same night as the Dave Dowson Shield Quarters, Semis, and Final. The Youth Cup Quarters are into the 2nd half of the season.

I randomised the teams (left hand side) and Roy picked the section numbers:

DB's   A B C D E F G H
Nos.                  
21  Carolina Dynamo               21
6  Carson City Kickers             6  
20  Colorado Ice White   20            
23  Columbus Rebels     23          
10  Daniel Island S.A.         10      
9  De Anza Force S.C. 9              
5  Fall River Rovers         5      
18  Gananda Bandits S.C.           18    
16  Golden Gophers       16        
15  KC Athletics         15      
12  Langley F.C.             12  
1  Laredo Heat 1              
4  Los Angeles Blues       4        
13  Montreal Olympique     13          
2  Mount Tabor S.C. 2              
11  New Bedford Whalers   11            
24  North Sound Seawolves             24  
19  Red Force FC           19    
14  Roxborough Indians S.C.               14
17  Savannah Celtic FC           17    
8  Texas Dutch Lions               8
3  Utah Surf Boys S.C.     3          
7  Washington Diplomats   7            
22  Windy City Pride       22        

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Thursday July 23rd, 2020 - 03:16:25 PM GMT
Breakaway goals

A few seasons ago in SESL we had a 0% chance against DUM. I know it's rounded so checked as our OFF was just higher than their DEF. Turned out to be a 1 in 10000 chance. Pity it was saved.

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday July 23rd, 2020 - 02:54:30 PM GMT
Steve

No, it is a tactic and perfectly playable (and nearly worked). I have seen games lost to a stalling team who slipped away for a single shot at goal - happens in real life..

On another note, I see a few higher SL players being retired - just hope it isn't because of the increased payments for players with skills 9-12 - previously these lads were classified the same as SL8. Please note the increased payments table won't come in till season 26 - next season. That fact is highlighted in the rules next to the table - thanks Robin....(Mind you, you still get cash for the retirees, just it will be at the rate as for SL8.)

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Thursday July 23rd, 2020 - 12:56:48 PM GMT
Stall

1 NE S 178.00 297.83 23.83

Anybody else think it might be a bit wrong? Nearly got a draw against the mighty Bulls. Roughly a 50-50 chance overall. Of course we lose those 90% of the time.

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Thursday July 23rd, 2020 - 08:41:28 AM GMT
Getting tight now!!

Only 2 matches left in the Cup sections and only 1 section has its 2 qualifiers known and even then the pecking order is still to be determined.

Unfortunately a couple more NMRs last night.. Even if a team can't influence their standing in the section or division, NMRs are missed free training slots and influence other teams standings.

Gents, at this early stage (only 13 games played) it has to be worrying if 3 games have been missed when everybody plays weekend and midweek for at least 11 of the first 12 weeks (even if out of Dave Dowson Shield Quarter Finals, your youth team wil play 2 of the 3 midweek slots whilst the last 8 play down to the DD Final).

Rant over - this is my baby now so I can have an occasional moan, eh? 🧛‍♂️🧛‍♂️😁😁

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday July 22nd, 2020 - 10:21:47 PM GMT
Physio Boost

The following teams receive Physio Boost through 22nd July for Steven Gayle....:
DAL(-40)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday July 22nd, 2020 - 12:42:38 PM GMT
Wednesday Update

First of all I didn't put the message on to Andy twice - this morning's has come out of the blue - worryingly!!

Tonight's games still need 4 managers putting in their team sheets, please, for a full house..

Good luck to all... :-)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday July 22nd, 2020 - 09:49:19 AM GMT
San Jose Earthquakes

All done Andy!! 👍👍

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday July 21st, 2020 - 08:58:48 PM GMT
San Jose Earthquakes

All done Andy!! 👍👍

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday July 21st, 2020 - 08:53:53 PM GMT
I’d play them Andy

I'll get it done Andy ..🤓🤓

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Tuesday July 21st, 2020 - 04:51:36 PM GMT
OTF

OTF showing as two players on my team page and needs converting. Thanks.

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday July 21st, 2020 - 08:36:05 AM GMT
Me too!

Thanks to Al for spotting the main problem which is mere mortals probably wouldn't have, and even if we had, were not in a position to correct it.

Al spent time and effort and we are now back on track, so it's thanks to him (and Mark for wading through possible errors). We will try for 2 more auctions before the MSA. 😉

On to tomorrow's games - game 8 of 10 in the Dave Dowson Shield sections.

 
Mark Creasey
Montreal Impact


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday July 21st, 2020 - 12:40:53 AM GMT
Auction 2 complete

All thanks to Al Sellers 👍

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Monday July 20th, 2020 - 11:15:41 PM GMT
William Ramsay

Front page news, Bill Ramsay buys William Ramsay! 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday July 20th, 2020 - 12:41:54 PM GMT
Trade: NY - POR

NY sends Kash Farooq (2/23 MA), Miguel Almirón (4/25 MA), Michael Katsidis (5/20 DF) to POR for William Ramsay (2/26 MA), Sully Prudhomme (4/26 DM)

 
Mark Creasey
Montreal Impact


 
Recent Entries
Monday July 20th, 2020 - 12:29:46 PM GMT
Auction 2 is on hold

Auction 2 errored last night and myself, David and Al Sellers are in discussions for a fix.

I have processed bids manually and David has this to check later today.

More news when we have it.  Thanks for your patience with this.  Again. 
Frustrating for all, especially me as driving me nuts!
 

 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday July 20th, 2020 - 10:34:21 AM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 20th July....:
MON(80) SJ(50)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday July 20th, 2020 - 10:26:14 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 20th July....:
CHV(30) CLB(15) HOU(30) LA(50) MON(50) NE(50) NY(50) PHI(30) SJ(30)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Monday July 20th, 2020 - 10:03:53 AM GMT
Auction 2

Gents, seems we have a problem with yesterday's auction despite me being taken off as team 49.

Mark has all the bids and it can be done manually, but has asked Al to see if he can spot the problem for future auctions.

Watch this space....✅

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday July 19th, 2020 - 05:17:32 PM GMT
Poll Match Update

Gents,  today saw 14 teams taking part, with 1 lad (step forward Mark) gaining the full 30k for guessing the correct result and score, with 2 others getting 20k and the remainder taking home 10k. At MSA you will all collect your winnings...

Next Sunday's fixture will be:

Los Angeles Galaxy v Philadelphia Union

Get your guess in NOW!!

Couple of lads missed their games today - if anybody has a problem just get in touch..

AUCTION is due up in 4 hours time - 9-30pm (GMT) - be in it to win it.

2 more auctions will follow a bit more quickly, leaving 2 (Dave used to have 1 after MSA and 5 before - I plan to have 2 after and 4 before) for after the start of the return league games - MSA!!

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday July 19th, 2020 - 02:01:29 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 12:
New York Red Bulls - MVP #3: 1 TP (Dww)
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (Www)
D.C. United - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wdW)
Chicago Fire - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)
Carolina Dynamo - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (DwW)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday July 19th, 2020 - 10:51:26 AM GMT
Sunday Update

Gents,  another Match Day and only 5 senior (and 6 youth) team lines still to come in to make it a full house.....

Also remember money can be made by going into the Poll match. :-)

Good luck to all....

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Sunday July 19th, 2020 - 09:08:21 AM GMT
GKs

Best one is when an aggressive GK gives away a penalty for handball.

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Sunday July 19th, 2020 - 12:51:32 AM GMT
Gk tackles...

...pretty sure this commentary was based on Rene Higuita who tried to do this all the time...  

 

 
Brian Beerman
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Saturday July 18th, 2020 - 09:27:57 PM GMT
John Berry

It is highly unusual, but that did happen to me once at The Manager (over 20+ seasons). So not entirely impossible.

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Saturday July 18th, 2020 - 06:41:45 PM GMT
Berry S/O

Paul, need to have a word with the laddie - he's not paid to be a DF/SW/MF and, in his last game, a little too physical.. 🧛‍♂️🧛‍♂️

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Saturday July 18th, 2020 - 06:33:25 PM GMT
Extract from CHI v CHV

Min 42: John Berry (CHV) stops Marko Grujic as he flies down the wing...

        ...he won the ball but took the man...

        ...and gets a yellow card.

 

Min 83: Tackle from behind sees the ref hold aloft a 2nd yellow in his left hand...

        ...and a RED CARD in his right hand!...

        ...John Berry is SENT OFF.


The reason I bring this up. JOHN BERRY is my GK. 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday July 15th, 2020 - 08:00:54 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 11:
Philadelphia Union - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dww)
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wwW)
Miami FC - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (dWW)

 
David Blair Snr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Wednesday July 15th, 2020 - 09:01:24 AM GMT
Zoom chat

Glad you lads enjoyed the chat last night - sorry I missed it but how bad would life have been for me if I was to choose you lot over my family and grandson's birthday? Think about it.. 🤔🤔

Anyway I'll look forward to the next one - likely we'll encourage some of Mark's lads along for the chat, who knows? And we won't charge them much for the privilege...😂😂😂😂😂😂

On to tonight and looking for a full house as the sections get down to the serious end. (Not for me, I'm just an interested spectator..)

Good luck all!! ✅

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday July 15th, 2020 - 02:00:28 AM GMT
Zoom

Really good catch up tonight, agreed Stephen. 🤝🤝 Great to see "the man" Creasey, the mettle behind the show. 👨‍🎓👨‍🎓 Bri, we will work together next time to make sure you are included. 28,000. 🗽🗽G, will you ever come see me? How much of a discount do I need to provide? 🍺🍻🍺🍻Simon, what a joy to talk to you from Holland, hopefully we can get Leon on board next time. 🇱🇺🇱🇺 David C, pick up your phone pal and Williams, you might not see me in London but more reason to keep this going! 🌆🌆 Alon was on last time but busy tonight and the Commish has run out of birthdays. 😂😂😂
 

Personally, I think video calls here and there is the way forward for us all. It is a great way to let the SOS community breath together. I hope that more will join next time, it is really good crack. Onwards and upwards gents. 

 
Brian Beerman
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday July 15th, 2020 - 01:28:14 AM GMT
Zoom

Bill,

I work overnight (2300-0800), so sleep about 0900-1600. I suspect 1600 my time is a bit too late for you guys. If I can have a few days notice, I can get on the call at an earlier time here, e.g. 1400. Or if this happens on a weekend, I can definitely join.

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Tuesday July 14th, 2020 - 11:03:42 PM GMT
Zoom

Fun chat tonight lads, I enjoyed that 

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday July 14th, 2020 - 06:46:54 PM GMT
Zoom tonight

On for tonight Stephen. Get the wine poured or beer opened! 

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Tuesday July 14th, 2020 - 05:13:47 PM GMT
Zoom

I can't do tomorrow, but can do Thurs. I've invited Dave C as well, the Battery boss. 

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday July 14th, 2020 - 04:46:19 PM GMT
Meeting details

I have posted in a FB Messenger group and here.

Meeting 935 499 6521

Password 1MS5uW

See you tonight folks.

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday July 14th, 2020 - 01:26:58 PM GMT
Zoom - Bri

Your blog posted an hour out from the time you mentioned in the message. Not sure what that means. What time did you log in last time? Deduct an hour and that is the answer.

i have only had 3 replies for tonight and one was David's note that he is unavailable. Should we postpone til tomorrow to include David? This might give a few more coaches the chance to join us? 
 

Thoughts guys, as it stands it is only Stephen W, Bri and me? That said, these are two coaches I feel I have known for years and am very keen to meet. 

 
Brian Beerman
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday July 14th, 2020 - 03:39:01 AM GMT
Zoomie Zoomie Zoom

Bill,

I up for Tuesday, though I'm not sure what time it translates to on my side. I'm in Eastern. GMT right now shows as 0238, while Eastern is 2238. Does it sound right that we're four hours apart?

Cheers.

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Monday July 13th, 2020 - 09:04:48 PM GMT
Tactical formula

A few points:

1. Ball Control is stronger than Normal for the same line-up. Unless your DF are much higher than your MF.

2. If you have a WG then play him at MF as he doesn't contribute to Ball Control.

3. 5-4-1 Opp puts about the same total GP/DEF/OFF against 4-5-1 Ball Control (B loses 25% SW GP, gains 25% OTF, gains (5+OTF)/2 and the MF/DF total contributions are swapped). The only problem is with Opp is that your shot distribution will be 2:2:1 DF:MF:FW but with Ball it will be 1:5:1

4. Play Ball Control 

 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday July 13th, 2020 - 07:03:23 PM GMT
Trade: MIN - VAN

MIN sends K Hoever (1/14 MF) to VAN for 275k

 
Mark Creasey
Montreal Impact


 
Recent Entries
Monday July 13th, 2020 - 02:54:28 PM GMT
Team tactic tweaks

Team tactic formula's in Oasl are out of line with the Oasl rules. 

This came to light last week when the rules wiki was being updated (thanks to Robin Dewar for his work with rule text transfer and updating)

Nothing will change during this season.   But this blog gives notice that team tactic formula's used will change for the start of new season.   The new figures will be published on wiki rules, and Commish David Blair will advise when figures are finalised.

Discussions are on-going, but what you see on wiki rules now will be very close to team tactic formula's going forward from next season.

Steve Turner's blog on Saturday July 4th, 2020 - 17:11:56 GMT is useful background.  Alon Atie and others have offered opinions.   If you would like to give your 2 cents worth, then contact David Blair by email or inbox via team Columbus Rebels 

Current team tactic formulas used in oasl today:-

TACTICS MULTIPLIERS currently in this season of oasl

    GP   DEF   OFF 
 TACTIC        DF   SW        SW   DF   MF   OTF        SW   DF   MF   WG   FW   OTF 
 B        0.75   0.25        1   0.75   1   0.5        0   0.25   1   0   1   1.5 
 C        0.75   0.25        1   1   0.5   1        0.25   0.25   0.5   1.25   1   1 
 E        1   0.5        1   1   0.5   0        0   0.25   0.5   1.75   1   0 
 L        1   0.5        1   1   0.5   0        0   0.25   0.5   1.25   1.25   0 
 N        1   0.5        1   1   0.5   1        0   0.25   0.75   1.25   1   1 
 O        0.75   0.5        1   1   0.75   1.5        0.25   0.25   0.5   1.25   1   0 
 P        0.75   0.25        1   0.75   0.25   0        0   0.5   1   1.25   1   2 
 S        1.5   1        1   1.25   1.25   2        0   0   0   0.5   1   0 


Team tactics per the current rules in wiki :-
http://www.vanillaconsulting.biz/seslwiki/index.php?title=OASL_Rules#Tactical_Formulae

Tactical Formulae in Oasl rules

  GP - SW GP - DF DEF - SW DEF - DF DEF - MF DEF - OTF OFF - SW OFF - DF OFF - MF OFF - WG OFF - FW OFF - OTF
B 0.75 0.25 1 0.5 0.75 0.75 0 0.25 0.75 1.25 1 2
C 0.75 0.25 1 1 0.5 1.75 0.25 0.25 0.5 1.25 1 2
E 1 0.5 1 1 0.5 0 0 0.25 0.5 1.75 1 0
L 1 0.5 1 1 0.5 0 0 0.25 0.5 1.25 1.25 0
N 1 0.5 1 1 0.5 1 0 0.25 0.75 1.25 1 1
O 0.75 0.5 1 1 0.75 1.5 0.25 0.25 0.5 1.25 1 0
P 0.75 0.25 1 0.75 0.25 0 0 0.5 1 1.25 1 2
S 1 0.5 1 1 1 2 0 0 0.25 1.25 1 0

 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday July 13th, 2020 - 10:38:46 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 13th July....:
COL(25) MIN(25) NE(50) PHI(50) SJ(35)

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Monday July 13th, 2020 - 10:37:06 AM GMT
Bill and Zoom

Bill, great idea to follow up the last one - wonder if Graham will shave for this one.  LOL. However tomorrow is my only grandson's Birthday, and we have company for a socially distanced meal outdoors. 7pm is not good for me, but if the time is good for the lads then carry on and I will catch the next one.  

Very inconsiderate and I've told Adam - my grandson - did you know he had a Birthday last year around the same time. Too much of a good thing, if you ask me. :-)

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Monday July 13th, 2020 - 10:09:22 AM GMT
Brian

Your team Captain is restored.. I didn't know where to do it but Mark told me - thanks to him - I know something else now.. 👍👍

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Sunday July 12th, 2020 - 11:59:27 PM GMT
Zoom

Zooooooommmm.

How many can make Tuesday at 7pm? Time can be adapted if necessary. Last call was a success, gutted I missed talking to Brian B and Rob Lye was someone I wanted to see! 
 

This is a chance for all coaches to say hi! Even a 5 minute log in is helping the community talk and progress. 
 

Cheers lads and peace. 

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Sunday July 12th, 2020 - 10:40:46 PM GMT
Brian

Your team Captain is restored.. I didn't know where to do it but Mark told me - thanks to him - I know something else now.. 👍👍

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Sunday July 12th, 2020 - 08:02:07 PM GMT
Poll Match UPdate

Gents,  160k was won todayby 12 entrants through participation in the Poll match - why it is not a minimum of 240k per week I don't know - it's money for nothing..

I digress though, and the lucky lads have had their money put away into their kitty ready for MSA time. I seem to pick them - nobody got full 30k but 4 got 20k and the remainder get 10k.

Next Sunday's game will be a Youth match:

Washington Diplomats v KC Athletics

PS Brian, I have not forgotten about your Captain - I will get him re-instated asap..

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Sunday July 12th, 2020 - 05:49:39 PM GMT
Sorry

Eddie Elephant was actually worse with a -12 muscle pull 6 minutes.

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Sunday July 12th, 2020 - 05:47:46 PM GMT
Twisted ankles

2 in 2 games. The first on Eddie Elephant knocked him down to -4 and it's still two games before he's fully fit - but not a disaster. And today Mike Rose who would have been on EL for the Dowson Cup Game but he's out for two games now.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday July 12th, 2020 - 02:01:12 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 10:
Houston Dynamo - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
Los Angeles Galaxy - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (dwW)
Montreal Impact - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)
New Bedford Whalers - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wwW)

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Sunday July 12th, 2020 - 10:18:11 AM GMT
Sunday Update

Lovely sunshine - at least where I am - and reporting that just 3 teams (plus youth) are needed for a full house for today's games. 
Good luck today to all 🥳🥳

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Saturday July 11th, 2020 - 10:50:29 AM GMT
Trade POR>LAG

Gents, this trade has been reversed as it is an unbalanced deal.

I have written and explained the reasoning to both managers - and a deal can still go through before tomorrow but needs to be a better balance. Meantime would both teams check their team lines as likely both will have a gap in their line up for tomorrow.  👍

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Saturday July 11th, 2020 - 09:33:38 AM GMT
Trade: POR - LA

POR sends Cameron Davis (4/23 FW) to LA for 100k, Billy Coutu (3/27 MF)

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Saturday July 11th, 2020 - 09:33:27 AM GMT
Trade POR -LA

Appreciate the comments made and I've asked the lads concerned for their thoughts. 🤔🤔

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Friday July 10th, 2020 - 10:41:56 PM GMT
Trade POR -LA

Appreciate the comments made and I've asked the lads concerned for their thoughts. 🤔🤔

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Friday July 10th, 2020 - 08:57:22 PM GMT
LA-POR trade

Got to agree with the other guys - horrible pointless trade.

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Friday July 10th, 2020 - 04:51:55 PM GMT
Portland

Derek he has cash to spare. Looks like he needs frontline support especially playing 433 with a winger and 2 low SL forwards.

He could have played his MA up front and kept the 3/27 for midfield

 
Alon Atie
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Friday July 10th, 2020 - 02:57:43 PM GMT
LA ,POR trade

Did POR actually swop a 3 27MF for a 4 23 FW.

Then to sweeten the deal POR added 100K.

That has got to be 1 of the most 1 sided deals I have ever seen.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Friday July 10th, 2020 - 11:21:21 AM GMT
Trade: LA - POR

LA sends Cameron Davis (4/23 FW) to POR for 100k, Billy Coutu (3/27 MF)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday July 8th, 2020 - 08:01:02 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 9:
FC Dallas - MVP #3: 1 TP (wwW)
New York Red Bulls - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WDw)
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday July 8th, 2020 - 03:50:56 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 8th July....:
ATL(40) DC(20) SEA(40)

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Wednesday July 8th, 2020 - 02:15:37 PM GMT
Wednesday update

Only Phil @ ROC to put a team line in on day 6 of the Dave Dowson Shield competition - homeward stretch now.  Referees on tonight's game should be the referees who controlled the reverse game on day 1, and that will be true for the remaining matches in the Shield as well....

Good luck tonight.

On anothe tack, I have decided that the Youth Auctioin WILL be cancelled for this end of season - so if you wish to train up 3 or 4 of your age 0 players, now is the time to decide. I waited but only 3 expressed an opinion on my suggestions, so I see no reason to wait..

Options 1 and 2 will be offered as per Blog last week but not option 3 (3 would still give me a load of work and defeats the reason for wanting it stopped in the first place).

So, teams will take either 3 or 4 players across to the senior squads at season end, all aged 1.

1    Teams will decide 3 or 4, if 3 then the 4th will remain with their youth teams.

2    Managers will decide on their MPP from all of their age 0 players, not necessarily the highest rated, as long as the lad in question CAN be changed to the desired position (eg I can't/won't change a FW to a DM, or a DF to a MA for example).

3    Managers can decide on ONE of the players coming over, NOT the MPP, who will have no restriction placed on them - ie that lad will be eligible for trading from the word go - pre season deals can be arranged and put through once the player(s) are in their senior teams. If a club wants to sell their MPP he will have to serve the usual 5 match trade embargo, other than that he is free to be sold/bought, as before..

Nothing needs to be done now, as I will send a form towards the end of the season to get your club's decisions.  

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Tuesday July 7th, 2020 - 12:41:57 PM GMT
To explain my Journal post reply to Rob

Rob mentioned that he's faced.ball control three times on the trot and is glad of the break. And I commented that soon everyone will be playing it. I will explain more in a Blog post: Tactics part 2 but for now will leave it at this.

At the start of the game Philadelphia had a shot chance of 2.64% and Dallas was 7.00%. All Rob had to do was move his SL 31 FW to MF and change to Ball Control and the shot chances would be 3.40% and 5.56% respectively. That is a massive shift for a small change. Even 4-5-1 Opportunistic, which I consider the best tactic against Ball Control isn't as effective 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday July 6th, 2020 - 10:35:37 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 6th July 2020....:
COL(30) HOU(40) MIA(50) MON(15) NE(50) PHI(50) ROC(35) SJ(30)

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Sunday July 5th, 2020 - 07:00:01 PM GMT
Poll Match details

First of all thanks lads - a full house today and a few goals to boot..

In the Poll match there were 13 entries with 2 getting the correct result but neither getting the correct score (20k each) and the other 11 nowhere (but getting 10k each for making an effort) - 150k being distributed amongst the participants.

Game for next Sunday is to be:

New England Revolution v Rochester Rhinos

 
Mark Creasey
Montreal Impact


 
Recent Entries
Sunday July 5th, 2020 - 05:17:54 PM GMT
Scoring a goal

Any tips for how to score a goal in OASL?  

Who is in charge here?   We need to talk!   ;-)

 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday July 5th, 2020 - 02:01:11 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 8:
Mount Tabor S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (DwW)
Fall River Rovers - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dWW)
De Anza Force S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dWW)
North Sound Seawolves - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Sunday July 5th, 2020 - 11:05:16 AM GMT
Sunday Update

Only 4 senior (and 2 Youth teams) still to put team lines in, so looking for a full house here today.

On the Youth auction discussion I am listening and the various points as regards managers picking which lad to be an MPP, which if any to be left behind in the youth setup, plus putting say one of the lads coming over to the senior squad on a "immediate trade" basis are all acceptable and probably popular.

I'd prefer a straight forward Option 1 or 2 but have to mention that on that basis you must remember the 60TPs you started with might need to be thought out IF you fancied bringing over all 4 lads. I feel anything that means the youth set up is taken more seriously has to be good for the set up.

And I agree about Steve's tactics analysis - I take a while to understand soime of it, but appreciate the time and effort explaining it, and it will make him some readies ...... a win win all round, methinks!!

Now, it seems that my team Boss Blair 2020 caused the 1st auction to have a hissy fit - it counted as a 49th team. So the plan is to remove it probably tomorrow - Monday. So I can keep getting into the programme, I am taking over Columbus Rebels in the Youth Division 4 (Al's suggestion, I didn't push for it, but appreciate the sacrifice...).  So, you will shortly see me coming in under REB, but as youth teams don't earn participation cash, it won't mean any changes EXCEPT any in box messages you wish to send me need to be put in to the REB's in Box.

Godd luck all today.

 
Phil McIntosh
Rochester Rhinos


 
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Team Trophy Case
2 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday July 5th, 2020 - 05:05:04 AM GMT
Youth Options

I have no objection to eliminating the youth auction process as a whole.  I don't have anything against it particularly, and it is one of the things that makes this league unique, but it seems like a lot of work and a somewhat clumsy and unnecessary way of promoting youth to the big league team.  I think having the option of moving up to 4 players is great, however that might look. Options 1 and 2 look fine to me, but Simon's suggestions of allowing even more flexibility to each manager sounds even better.

Let me also thank Steve Turner here for his fine recap of the match tactics.  I've played this game for thirty years, and I still learn from Steve's posts.

Phil

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Saturday July 4th, 2020 - 05:11:56 PM GMT
Tactics

This is the first of two or more posts that I'm posting for a reason. This one most of you will know about but we do have some new managers this season that might not be as well up on stuff as others :-)

The tactical formula have changed a few times since the very early days. For instance the FW muliplier for longball used to be 1,5 but on 24th Feb 2006 it was reduced to 1.25, and on 31st December 2008 the WG multiplier for early cross was reduced from 1.75 to 1.6 Both these changes were decided in MSWL by after a discussion with very experienced managers there. I think the main reason for these reductions was the relative ineffectiveness of OTF that these tactics don't use. OTF of 10 has more effect when SLs are around 24 than when they are around 30.

Sanc (SFLSL) still has what I like to think as the default values (the same as when MSWL finished). Somewhen Al added the ability for Commissioners to alter these values.

When looking at tactics I like to compare them to Normal, so rather than list every tactic I'll just show Normal and do comparisons. So for Normal:

GP is 100% of SW SL, plus 50% of DF. Or 60% of DF, if no sweeper
DEF is 100% of SW, plus 100% of DF, plus 50% of MF, plus OTF, plus 10 times morale plus home bonus
OFF is 25% of DF (20% if no SW), plus 75% of MF, plus 135-145% of WG, plus 100% of FW, plus OTF plus 10 times morale plus home bonus.

Oppurtunistic is very similar in the amount of stuff it puts on the field: 25% of SW SL is taken from GP and moved to OFF, 25% of MF OFF is moved to DEF, OTF DEF is increased to 150% and OFF reduced to 0%.

Which is stronger? Well N by a smidge but if your opponent always plays ball control (hello Bill) then O is stronger because there's a 25% bonus from DF added to OFF. But if your opponent plays O a lot (hello David) then it is weaker than N if you play L or E because you get a 25% bonus from DF added to OFF.

Longball: loses OTF from OFF and DEF and 25% of MF OFF is lost but 25% of FW OFF is added. Depending on where your SL is mostly in your team N is stronger because of OTF but this is compensated for the fact that with L it's going to be the FWs that get the vast majority of shots.

Early Cross: stronger on paper than L because rather than a probable 4 times 125% FW OFF for L you get 2 times 180% (assuming 2 WG and 2 FW) for WG and 2 times 100% for FW. But with equal SL your shot allocation with L would be something like 1:1:5 for DF:MF:FW with E it would be 1.4:2.8:2.8 for DF:MF/WG:FW.

Stall: 50% MF OFF moved to DEF, 100% OTF OFF moved to DEF and all DF OFF lost.

Press: 25% DF and MF DEF moved to OFF and 100% OTF DEF moved to OFF but you lose 25% of both SW and DF GP so you lose more than with S

Counter Attack: a complicated one in that it depends what tactic you're playing against but lets assume it's N (it's a bonus if B or P, not good against E or L and you don't want to play O or S):

25% of SW GP moved to OFF and a further 5% added. 5% of DF SL moved from GP to OFF and 20% lost, 15% of MF SL lost from OFF, WG OFF increased from 135/145% to 162/174% (27-29% increase), FW and OTF add 20% SL to OFF (and you also get morale and home bonus at 20%). The loss of GP and MF OFF is roughly compensated by all the OFF gain. It makes C a good attacking tactic as long as you get their tactic right.

Ball Control: not used much in other leagues. Both SW and DF lose 25% of SL for GP. DF also lose 25% of SL to DEF but MF gain 25% of SL to DEF. 50% of OTF moved from DEF to OFF.Why play B with all that GP loss? Well there's the OTF bonus which amounts to 11.25 DEF and OFF if you have a 5 to 2 MF advantage and OTF of 10. This roughly compensates for 4 SL 24 players in defence (depending on relative GP/DEF/OFF of both teams).

So what I'm trying to say here is that the tactics are pretty well balanced as they are.

But Al added the ability for Commissioners to change these parameters and that has happened in SESL and OASL, But that's for another 50k Blog.

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Saturday July 4th, 2020 - 03:22:48 PM GMT
Youth

I agree, option 1 and 2 should be available.

Or you add 3 or 4 players to the senior team. If you sell them all is the managers choise to make.

If you do not add them all to your senior squad, they stay in the youth team.

Maybe we should also give the option to promote only 1 or 2 players?

Every manager decide at the end of the season who he would like to adopt to his senior team. All the others stay at their youth team for the rest of their carreer. Maybe we should allow to promote ages 0 + 1 to the senior team? With a maximum to promote is 4 players to your senior team? This way you can keep players in the youth that are not ready for the first team? But if you do not promote them, you have to wait for another season...or maybe during the season break (MSA) an extra promotion round of maximum 2 players?

This will create more focus for your youth team as well.

 

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Saturday July 4th, 2020 - 02:53:26 PM GMT
Youth auction

Definitely option 1 and 2.

1. allows the player to be sold but he has to be set to a trade value of 0 (default for league seems to be 5). Whether this is just the 4th player or all 4 has to be decided. Also I don't see why it has to be the lowest SL player that is 4th - a trade could be agreed off season but I wouldn't necessarily allow MPP to be traded.

I also don't see why the best player (unless GK or WG) is always MPP - let the manager decide.

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Saturday July 4th, 2020 - 11:53:31 AM GMT
Youth Auction

Gents, it is no secret I would like to cancel the Youth Auction as I feel it takes too long to action, plus some teams pay too much for a player and others get too little for a lad they have nurtured for a season. And a couple actually don't get sold at all.....

However I realise I should have done something before the season started and not after the kick off.

So, I have made a decision or actually I am going to get each manager to make a decision at the end of the season.

I will send a note as usual asking which youth player you want changed to be an MPP AND at the same time you can tick a box to do one of the following:

1  Take all 4 of your age 0 players over to your senior team. 

2  Take 3 over and keep the 4th to stay in your youth team to play out his career.

3  Take 3 over to your senior team and put your 4th boy up for auction.

The default if no decision is made by a due deadline will be to take all 4 to the senior team. Makes everything more simple (okay, for me basically) with teams then retiring 4 more lads and gaining 8 new ones to maintain 25 players.

 

What I think is that if a team brings over 4 players to the seniors they can then sell one if they wish and receive reasonable offers, or keep all 4 and bring them through the ranks. Money gained from their youth team should be enough to buy the TPs pre season if the player is retained.

From my point of view it will facilitate an auction if there has to be one, and I will see how it pans out at the end of the season. No question I would like to just have options 1 and 2 on the table but thought it only fair to offer the 3rd one.

At least this should be worth a discussion... J

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Thursday July 2nd, 2020 - 06:56:44 PM GMT
Steve and others (2)

Forget the second part of the question.

I do the participation on Monday mornings and it includes everything from the last participation till I do it again.

This week I was a day late (so sack me 😂😂😂😂) but I have held back all contributions made on Monday and will reward them next Monday.. 👍👍

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Thursday July 2nd, 2020 - 06:44:46 PM GMT
Steve and others

Maximum amount per week is 50k... 👍

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Thursday July 2nd, 2020 - 05:46:55 PM GMT
Blogging

Is there a maximum you can earn per week? And if so when is the deadline? Just that I have potentially a loooong blog that could maybe earn 3 lots of cash but it's really one post.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Thursday July 2nd, 2020 - 10:26:50 AM GMT
Trade: VAN - POR

VAN sends Orlando Beck (4/26 GK) to POR for 500k

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Thursday July 2nd, 2020 - 10:12:32 AM GMT
Results

Well this is getting ridiculous now. TEN shots on target to four yesterday, and still lost 2-0. That takes us to a total of 19 shots on target in 2 games vs 6 against, however have lost both 2-0 (vs 29 SL GKs in both with my own a 26 SL GK). 

Shooting practice scheduled for tomorrow. 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday July 1st, 2020 - 09:28:42 PM GMT
Fines

The following teams receive Fines through Robin Hood fine - payment to bottom team 2nd Division...:
POR(-82) VAN(82)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday July 1st, 2020 - 08:01:09 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 7:
Chicago Fire - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (Wdw)

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday July 1st, 2020 - 12:44:12 PM GMT
Cup games

Can't wait for them...hopefully we can see a lot of people in the stadiums.

I think we can provide some great goals

Soccer Star 2020 Top Leagues: Play the SOCCER game - Apps on Google Play

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday July 1st, 2020 - 09:45:51 AM GMT
Wednesday Update

Near 10am GMT and 6 teams still to put in team lines - tonight is the half way point in the Dave Dowson Shield sections - each team playing the only opponent still to be faced in their section - exciting stuff!!

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday June 30th, 2020 - 08:09:10 PM GMT
Rules

The last time Dave updated the rules was September 2013, and in between things like the youths were divided into 2 leagues and had a Cup given over to them, plus a few other details that required updating amd amending. Nothing contentious, but I had a good look and wanted them on a platform easy to open and read.

So Robin agreed to swop the rules over to the same site that SESL and SFLSL currently are on, and it has taken a while to do that - he had to keep waiting for my next set of amending before going in. I would like to thank Robin for his great work - the site can be accessed on the front page under Paul's current one - I have left both for a while, but soon enough there will be just the one. This way you can see the "before" and the "after".

Any queries please flag them up soonest.  Now on to the 5th set of Dave Dowson Shield games....  :-)

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Tuesday June 30th, 2020 - 07:06:55 PM GMT
Philly's new signing

Philadelphia Union are proud to announce the signing of MF Valon Berisha from German club Fortuna Dusseldorf, we have been watching him for a while and he has impressed us with his displays,he will slot straight into our midfield and debut in our next game,hopefully he will settle quickly and help us retain our place in the 1st division. 

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday June 30th, 2020 - 06:23:37 PM GMT
Plan

I don't know what the plan is but I suggest deleting the Auction 1 deadline in case the plan works and the program decides to try and run it. Same as when an incorrect match deadline is made and every one NMRs

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday June 30th, 2020 - 02:14:17 PM GMT
Darn Auction

Taken ages and I have given Mark gray hair - thanks a million for your assistance, Mark - but we have now allocated the winning teams with their players and resources, and taken off the cash accordingly. 

Check the list I put on the Blog yesterday and then check you got what you were expecting... Flag up anything you think is suspicious, we have an answer to them all - Commish is never (usually) wrong.  :-)

The problem seems to have been caused by my having a team which doesn't actually exist, and it looks like it will need to be disbanded so the auctions see only 24 teams and not 25 (that could be 48 instead of 49, but I digress).

The main 2 lads think they have a plan - I like a plan - and hopefully the 2nd auction will be fully automated when it comes....

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Tuesday June 30th, 2020 - 02:05:14 PM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through 30th June - purchases via auction 1...:
CAR(-437) DC(-830) DAL(-683) LA(-1223) MIN(-401) MON(-520) NY(-371) PHI(-730)

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday June 30th, 2020 - 01:45:57 PM GMT
Participation

With the kafuffle over the auction I forgot to do participation yesterday.

I have allocated monies for up to and including Sunday 28th June - Monday onwards will be allocated next Monday 6th July - I have already put cash into the teams boxes who have been on since yesterday morning.... :-)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Tuesday June 30th, 2020 - 01:43:29 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 30th June....:
CHV(15) DAL(30) HOU(15) LA(50) MIA(20) MIN(15) MON(25) NE(20) NY(50) PHI(50) ROC(35) SJ(35) SEA(30)

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday June 30th, 2020 - 10:50:53 AM GMT
Tough Roy! :-)

Blame that on the schedulers - oh wait! I do the Cups.

But after your 7 from 10 away games you have 3 home ones....

One plus though, young man - whilst on your long travels you will have time to do Cup Reviews, eh?  I mean, what am I paying you for?  LOL 

This Wednesday will mark the half way point in the section games so a review of them, followed by a half way assessment - licking my lips already.. :-)  :-)

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
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Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Tuesday June 30th, 2020 - 12:48:24 AM GMT
Tough Times

The Rapids won't see much of Colorado in July this season.

To start with we have 4 consecutive away games

Over 7 games we have 6 away games 

And in total 6 of the 9 games in July will be played away from the mile high state of Colorado.

Dave when they said distancing was going to be 1m they didn't mean in vertical miles!

 
Allan Sellers Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Tuesday June 30th, 2020 - 12:24:26 AM GMT
Test Post

ignore...

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Monday June 29th, 2020 - 08:41:23 PM GMT
Poll Match for Next Sunday

will be Mount Tabor S.C. v Fall River Rovers in Youth League..

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Monday June 29th, 2020 - 04:57:36 PM GMT
Auction 1 Update

Gents, seems there was a blip in running the auction due to my being a 49th team. It threw out the figures and kept running around (bit like Robin's SW).

Anyway after a long good hard slog at it, Mark was able to pull off the bids per team and we have organised the sheet. Winners are in Bold as my page doesn't allow me to put colours in.............

Below you can see all the various bids and IF your team did not win a player/resource there is a reason put up beside it. I propose top leave it there till later tonight or at best first thing in the morning, this for any queries. By tomorrow morning I will have put players/resources into the various teams and deducted monies accordingly. So, no comeback after 10am Tuesday morning, please? 

I think my team (Boss Blair 2020 will need to be deleted to allow a smooth auction 2 - sacked again, and I haven't lost a game, or won one actually!!)   So here goes:

LOT BID Revised Name Team Reason
1 999 778 Le Chiffre LA  
1 777 777 Vitali Figz FC Dallas  
1 754 754 Tyrann Mathieu Rochester  
1 453 453 Jack Kramer Columbus  
2 995 995 Craig Duff Portland Already have 5 MPPs
2 817 817 Connor Roberts Seattle Already have 5 MPPs
2 668 436 Craig Hutchison Chicago  
2 651 437 Stuart Pearce Carolina  
3 999 999 Le Chiffre LA Duplicate player
3 918 730 Valon Berisha  Philadelphia  
3 729 729 Vincent Bezecourt Miami  
3 715 715 Will Vaulks Seattle  
3 651 651 Akhrunglka Real Salt lake  
3 353 353 Jeff Gray Columbus  
3 341 341 Steve McManaman Carolina  
4 599 599 Le Chiffre LA Duplicate player
4 400 169 Kenny Dalglish MONTREAL  
4 200 168 James Quick Atlanta  
4 129 129 Maximilian Sax Colorado  
4 66 66 Howard Foster New York  
5 77 4 Ruslan Chagaev New York  
5 3 3 Mitchell Schwartz Rochester  
6 777 683 Bronson Van Winkle FC Dallas  
6 682 682 Connor Roberts Seattle  
6 600 600 Colin Hendry MONTREAL  
6 261 261 Stuart Pearce Carolina  
6 101 101 Jargoon Real Salt lake  
7 445 401 Bob Minnesota  
7 400 400 OTF MONTREAL  
7 350 350 OTF  San Jose Earthquake
7 221 221 OTP Seattle  
7 200 168 jr Atlanta  
8 525 525 Bob Minnesota Duplicate player
8 400 351 OTF MONTREAL  
8 350 350 One tf San Jose Earthquake
8 321 0   Carolina  
8 250 250 Juan touch Colorado  
8 200 168 jr Atlanta  
8 177 177 OTP Seattle  
9 900 830   DC Utd  
9 829 829   LA  
9 800 444   New York  
9 734 734   San Jose Earthquake
9 729 729   Miami  
9 725 725   Minnesota  
9 716 716   Real Salt lake  
9 703 703   Rochester  
9 253 253   Columbus  
10 500 440   New York  
10 499 445   LA  
10 444 444 Phi Philadelphia  
10 439 439   Miami  
10 419 419   San Jose Earthquake
10 415 415   Minnesota  
10 409 409   Real Salt lake  
10 403 403   Rochester  
10 371 371   Carolina  
10 200 168 jr Atlanta  
11 444 367   New York  
11 400 366   MONTREAL  
11 339 339   Miami  
11 315 315   Minnesota  
11 314 314   San Jose Earthquake
11 307 307   Real Salt lake  
11 303 303   Rochester  
11 200 168 jf Atlanta  

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Monday June 29th, 2020 - 11:38:56 AM GMT
Zoom

I think we should receive an invite ;-)

I totally forgot the time. My apologies, as I really looked forward to the meeting.

Hope to join you all next week.

Office Communications Cartoons and Comics - funny pictures from CartoonStock

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Monday June 29th, 2020 - 09:29:38 AM GMT
Monday update

1. Nip down 3/4 blogs and I can tell you Graham is scarier in real life...😉😉

2. Thanks Mark, the auction seems not to run because I have a team in the league but it's the 49th one. Gents, we have the results and will action them some time today. And try to work out a solution for future ones. 
3. Poll game - one x 30k winner, 4 x 20k and 11 x 10k added as well. Next weeks will be put up this morning.

4. Good to talk to a few of you yesterday - a couple of others might have been there but got the time differential wrong - but you won't be wrong the next time.

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Monday June 29th, 2020 - 09:01:43 AM GMT
Yesterday's result

Brutal game for Houstno yesterday - 9 shots on target to 2 and we lost 2-0. Not a good start to the season for us! 

 
Mark Creasey
Montreal Impact


 
Recent Entries
Sunday June 28th, 2020 - 10:34:55 PM GMT
Auction today

Sorry for delay.   
Auction appears to have hit a processing error and is being investigated now.

Tomorrow David or I will have an update, and if needbe auction can be ran manually via spreadsheets with all bids posted on Blog for all manager to see (and check!)

Apologies, and thanks for your patience.

 

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
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Sunday June 28th, 2020 - 09:46:21 PM GMT
Zoom

I will arrange another one in a week or so. Hopefully get our compliment to 8 or 9 managers this time! Cheers lads. 

 
Graham Wilkes
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Sunday June 28th, 2020 - 08:32:37 PM GMT
Zoom Chat

Evening All,

Thanks Bill for Arranging this evening was great to actually talk to some of you that I have played against over the previous years in various Different Football Platforms.

There was talk around doing Cup draws in the past via Video call and live chat blogs. It would be really great to see this going forward.

 

Thanks again

 
Brian Beerman
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday June 28th, 2020 - 08:25:25 PM GMT
Zoom (Again)

Sorry I was off by an hour. It was great to meet you, Bill (28000), and I had a great chat with Graham. I look forward to the next chat where I will be on time.

Cheers!

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Sunday June 28th, 2020 - 08:07:22 PM GMT
Zoom

Sorry guys, I was supposed to join but got caught up with something else. Hope. It was enjoyable! Another one soon? 

 
Phil McIntosh
Rochester Rhinos


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
2 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday June 28th, 2020 - 08:05:15 PM GMT
Zoom

Oh no!  I thought is was 2 pm US Central (now).  Sorry to have missed out.  I even showered and put on pants!!!!

Phil

 
Brian Beerman
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday June 28th, 2020 - 07:56:54 PM GMT
ZOOM

wait

it was supposed to be 3pm my time

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Sunday June 28th, 2020 - 07:43:48 PM GMT
Graham, Alon ana David

Great to see you all. It would be great to do this again with a few more bodies. Onwards and upwards lads. 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday June 28th, 2020 - 07:41:22 PM GMT
Trade: NY - SEA

NY sends Alex Grant (5/11 DF), Victor Laughlin (6/12 FW) to SEA for 50k, 1 CP, Tom Gorai (7/2 DF), Bob BinghaM (6/5 MF)

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Sunday June 28th, 2020 - 07:20:14 PM GMT
Brian

You zooming? On now...

 
Brian Beerman
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday June 28th, 2020 - 07:09:16 PM GMT
Ball Control

I never saw anyone effectively use Ball Control in The Manager, but we've been destroyed by it in both our league matches. May need to reconsider how we build this team.

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Sunday June 28th, 2020 - 06:40:48 PM GMT
Log in problems???

Let me know here if you can't log in for some reason. 👍👍👍

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Sunday June 28th, 2020 - 06:33:12 PM GMT
Zoom meeting ID

Meeting ID 935 499 6521

Password 1MS5uW

I will start at 6.55pm GMT. 
 

See you all soon! 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday June 28th, 2020 - 02:01:27 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 6:
FC Dallas - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (Wwd)
New York Red Bulls - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWw)
Seattle Sounders - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Wdw)

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Sunday June 28th, 2020 - 11:34:05 AM GMT
Zoom

At work so will post meeting details on here around 6-6.30. Cheers. 

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Sunday June 28th, 2020 - 10:34:28 AM GMT
Sunday update

With just over 4 hours to kick off there are just 4 senior teams (and 3 youth teams) to put their lines in.

Good luck to all.

PS repeated blog messages does not mean repeated participation fees 🥳🥳 plus the question has been asked Bill about a Zoom log in - over to you, young man 👍

 
Phil McIntosh
Rochester Rhinos


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
2 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Sunday June 28th, 2020 - 04:04:54 AM GMT
Zoom

I'm calculating this as 2 p.m. US. Central.  Where is the Zoom link?

Phil

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday June 27th, 2020 - 04:21:32 PM GMT
Zoom

Simon, what do you think we will be discussing on zoom? An hour on zoom with ten coaches will cover more ground than 2 years of blogging.... I am hoping that if I harp on a bit more then we might encourage a few more to the call! See you tomorrow! 

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Saturday June 27th, 2020 - 03:29:25 PM GMT
Zoom

To much blogs about zoom, to little about soccer....

19.00 CET correct ;-)

Funny Minion Quote About Time At Work Vs Home Pictures, Photos, and Images  for Facebook, Tumblr, Pinterest, and Twitter

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday June 27th, 2020 - 02:47:13 PM GMT
Zoom Bri

7pm GMT for every coach except Bri. 28000 GMT for you Bri. 

 
Brian Beerman
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Saturday June 27th, 2020 - 02:25:16 PM GMT
Repeat Posts

Sorry. I think viewing the blog on my phone created a few duplicates. Nothing to see here. Everything is fine. Go about your business. 
 

Everyone but you, Bill. You stay for questioning.

 
Brian Beerman
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Saturday June 27th, 2020 - 02:23:05 PM GMT
Zoom Time?

Is that 7 pm GMT?

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday June 27th, 2020 - 10:40:01 AM GMT
Zoom Bri

7pm GMT for every coach except Bri. 28000 GMT for you Bri. 

 
Brian Beerman
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Saturday June 27th, 2020 - 02:54:52 AM GMT
Zoom Time?

Is that 7 pm GMT?

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Friday June 26th, 2020 - 08:10:46 PM GMT
28000 GMT

Just for you Bri. 

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Friday June 26th, 2020 - 04:44:36 PM GMT
Brian

Yes Brian - 7pm GMT.

 
Brian Beerman
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Friday June 26th, 2020 - 01:50:15 PM GMT
Zoom Time?

Is that 7 pm GMT?

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Friday June 26th, 2020 - 10:16:20 AM GMT
Sunday 28th June - ZOOM

Sounds good to me, Bill - now where can I borrow some shears for this hair of mine.. 

PS Please remember the first (of only 6) auctions takes place this Sunday at 8-30pm Scottish time  :-)

I think this is the first time I can remember that there are more youth team lines in (12) than senior team lines (9) - I'd say that was a record, but I am sure to be a record it has to be flat, black, with grooves and a hole in the middle - managers under 30 won't understand any of this.. :-)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Thursday June 25th, 2020 - 09:16:54 PM GMT
Trade: SEA - MON

SEA sends 40k, 1 CP to MON for Simeon Coward (5/12 MA)

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Thursday June 25th, 2020 - 08:33:36 PM GMT
Zoom

What about 7pm on Sunday 28th?

 
Alon Atie
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Thursday June 25th, 2020 - 03:06:45 PM GMT
Zoom Zoom

I will join if I dont have clashes. SA time pretty much the same as Europe

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday June 24th, 2020 - 08:00:57 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 5:
New England Revolution - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday June 24th, 2020 - 07:23:49 PM GMT
Zoom zoom

Thank you for replies so far. There is momentum already. Anyone else fancy it. Yes Bri, 28000.

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Wednesday June 24th, 2020 - 05:36:54 PM GMT
Calling POR and SEA

Only POR and SEA to enter to make it a full house for tonight's game. Good luck all, apart from KC who we are playing :)

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday June 24th, 2020 - 10:01:29 AM GMT
Wednesday Update

Dave Dowson Shield match 4 tonight and only 3 teams still to submit team lines - MIA, SEA, and POR.

Aires, glad to see you are up and about (and maybe a little fortunate to get the draw on Sunday at COL, eh?) and have your team line in for tonight. Good lad! Now I have to say I can't put your photo into your bios so it shows in the Blogs and Journals as I was hacked some time back and lost a few emails - one was your photo. 

If you have another or the same one you could send it again - perhaps a little smaller - an attachment is better - and I'll see if I can fit it into your bios. Thanks

Good luck tonight everybody. 👍

 
Aires Martin Jnr
Texas Dutch Lions


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday June 24th, 2020 - 07:30:39 AM GMT
Playing my HS

It will  be weird in Jr Div to be playing against my actual High School!!!!! Go Whalers!!!

 
Aires Martin
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday June 24th, 2020 - 07:13:47 AM GMT
Battle for first

Timbers and Dallas for 1st in Dawson Shield -  Never been in this situation so I have to gloat a bit LOL    Good luck!!!

 
Brian Beerman
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday June 24th, 2020 - 12:44:06 AM GMT
Zoom Zoom

Bill,

I like that idea. I think we should make it happen. I'll definitely attend if available.

28,000

 
Bill Ramsay Jnr
New Bedford Whalers


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday June 23rd, 2020 - 10:05:58 PM GMT
Zoom

Who would entertain a managers zoom call sometime? A lot of us know each other but actually don't. I have had good crack with so many coaches but never actually seen or met. I think it might be nice to "have an OASL/SOS" chat of an evening with any other topics welcome bar politics and religion. 😂😂😂. A beer or a glass of wine might not be off limits too! Mr. Blair and I had a good natter for the first time on Sunday and it was an absolute pleasure. There is a lot to discuss in the league and as DB evolves things I feel input and engagement will only benefit us as coaches. 
 

Thoughts? Poll? Time (as we have US participants)? 

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Monday June 22nd, 2020 - 11:38:30 AM GMT
Poll Match for Next Sunday

Will be D.C. United v Atlanta Silverbacks - remeember to win the 30k you must also pout a scoreline alongside your result.......  so far in 3 Polls I have allocated 730k to 23 teams - Aires, there is money to be made here!!  :-)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday June 22nd, 2020 - 11:33:04 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 22nd June....:
MIA(15) MON(20) NE(35) PHI(50) SJ(35)

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Sunday June 21st, 2020 - 07:50:57 PM GMT
Poll Match Results

Gents, 14 teams took part and it has tro be said the treasurer is well pleased. One team got the correct result and scoreline, whilst all others got the money for taking part. Still, 21 "taking parts" over the season will get you 210k without getting anything correct. A few more might have received 20k I am sure if both managers had turned up, but I can't be to blame for that..

Next Sundays Poll game will be up tomorrow morning after I post participation which again won't be troubling the coffers too much :-(

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday June 21st, 2020 - 02:01:33 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 4:
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wwD)

 
Simon Bijker Jnr
Red Force FC


 
Recent Entries
Sunday June 21st, 2020 - 01:34:54 PM GMT
Sunday match....

Fortunately we have wifi with the McDonalds ;-)

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Sunday June 21st, 2020 - 10:36:16 AM GMT
Sunday (Matchday) Update

Just over 4 hours to league kick off and still 5 senior and 6 youth team lines to go in (Graham, you have a youth team to look after too - I sent you an email to remind you.. :-))

Looking for a 100% session if possible, despite Farthers Day, I mean, where can you get a meal out with the family - McDonalds, Greggs etc and they are not sit ins. Not the same eh? Anyway enjoy the day if you are a dad and the family have remembered you.... Good luck today!!

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Thursday June 18th, 2020 - 09:45:38 AM GMT
Thursday Update

And now it is all go for the first set of League games - this Sunday 21st June. (At this point I'd like to thank Mark for setting up the League part of the season - I am only doing the Cups. MUCH appreciated, Mark.

NOW, please note (Graham, amongst others) that your YOUTH team plays it's first match this Sunday along with your senior team. Has been known for some lads to forget and we do have some newcomers this season.

The next 22 Sundays you will have a senior and a youth league match to prepare for.  :-)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Wednesday June 17th, 2020 - 08:01:04 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 3:
D.C. United - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)
Portland Timbers - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (DwW)
FC Dallas - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
Miami FC - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dWw)
Los Angeles Galaxy - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (DwW)

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday June 17th, 2020 - 11:01:15 AM GMT
Tonight's games

Last match before the opening leaguie games, and all line ups in bar one - and I am sure David has it in hand...

Good luck to all - sections will start to flesh out a bit after tonight... 

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Monday June 15th, 2020 - 11:03:30 AM GMT
Poll Match

Not a great deal of participation last week, so not a lot of cash paid out.

New Poll game up now - and REMEMBER to put in a score along with your result...

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday June 15th, 2020 - 10:57:17 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 15th June....:
ATL(10) COL(20) DAL(15) MIA(40) NY(10) PHI(35) SJ(40)

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Sunday June 14th, 2020 - 04:28:33 PM GMT
Sunday Update (2)

2 lads didn't make the starting time today - shame, but these things happen..

280k paid into teams pots after the Poll game today.  Gents, when you put a prediction result, please also put in a scoreline - 2 of you missed out on a possible 30k by not putting in a score.  Actually Nobody guessed the correct scoreline, but you get another 9 chances before MSA.... 

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Sunday June 14th, 2020 - 10:39:42 AM GMT
Sunday Update

Looking good for today's matches - game 2 of the Dave Dowson Shield. 

If you haven't put your vote into the Poll yet, you haven't got much time - closing time for doing it is 2-30pm (30 minutes before the games are played).

If it is new to you then the bottom lines are:

Take part = 10k

Get your Prediction correct = 20k

Get the scoreline correct as well = 30k

There will be 20 matches done this way, so it's 200k just for taking part and being totally useless with your predictions - bonuses are for getting some of them right.. :-)

Monies earned up to MSA will be paid out just before MSA and the second lot before PSA

Remember to give a score at the same time as your prediction...

Good Luck!!

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday June 12th, 2020 - 10:33:03 PM GMT
Front page

I don't always play stall but it works so well.

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Friday June 12th, 2020 - 06:49:24 PM GMT
Front page

Thanks David

It's not as good as I was aiming for, but the 1yr old was up at 1am that day. Baby stopped play unfortunately.

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Friday June 12th, 2020 - 09:32:59 AM GMT
Thanks Roy...

Lads, Roy has started his Cup Reviews in the front page - thanks young man - I can't influence the injuries but can say the referees on Wednesdays games will be on the return fixtures - cup game 6 - so any perceived "homer" "strict" etc will be on the same game when the teams are swopped. 👍👍

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Thursday June 11th, 2020 - 04:36:32 PM GMT
2 hours to go and we are back!

Good luck everyone. Cheers. 

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Thursday June 11th, 2020 - 04:12:40 PM GMT
Bryce and last night!

Seems the blog you put on or was it a phot or logo caused the problem - I deleted that Blog and voila the Blogs seem back to normal. Maybe it was too large, I don't know.

Anyway last night we kicked off and there were some good results, a great fightback, couple of hard luck stories as well, but we are OFF and running.

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Thursday June 11th, 2020 - 03:21:31 PM GMT
Trade: LA - MIN

LA sends 900k, Hugh Grater (6/19 DM) to MIN for Sadio Mane (2/24 MA)

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday June 10th, 2020 - 06:27:03 PM GMT
2 hours to go and we are back!

Good luck everyone. Cheers. 

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday June 10th, 2020 - 12:12:53 PM GMT
RE: Oh, Bryce...

Thank you for mention Miami in your blog...but we try to stay very low...and people should not consider us as good....maybe we can get some results than, this year ;-)

 

To all of you, goodluck this new season!

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday June 10th, 2020 - 10:49:20 AM GMT
Oh, Bryce...

Not sure what you did, or why you wanted to do it, but certainly it seems to have "mislaid" all Blogs from 27th May till now. If it is only some Blog messages affected, we can live with it.. I can get in and see the various Blogs made and by date, but there is nothing since participation was made.

Doesn't take the shine of the BIG DAY - tonight sees the start of the season, with only Paul and Steve to put in their team lines, so thanks to all.

Hope your game goes well - and apologies if it seems I pushed you to deadlines - I set the date and worked towards it. Now let's see how tonight develops.. :-)

 
Bryce Kalmbach
Atlanta Silverbacks


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
416 - 268 - 399 (0.508)
Wednesday June 10th, 2020 - 02:11:49 AM GMT
Uh-Oh

I seem to have broken something with my latest blogpost...

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Tuesday June 9th, 2020 - 06:16:18 PM GMT
Trade: SEA - MIA

SEA sends 110k to MIA for Darrin Crawford (5/14 DF)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Tuesday June 9th, 2020 - 06:16:08 PM GMT
Trade: SEA - MIA

SEA sends 80k to MIA for Marco Parks (5/11 SW)

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday June 9th, 2020 - 09:39:43 AM GMT
Aires

I am writing to you on this - it'll be with you soonest.. ✅

But, for everyone, until I get the rules updated and accessible beside the SESL and SFLSL rules, then go into our rules via Paul Cockayne's link on the left of the front OASL page, NOT direct to it on the menu on the right of the front page. 

 
Aires Martin
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday June 9th, 2020 - 05:21:40 AM GMT
Tactics and Orders

DO we have any cheat seets on these I can not pull up the wiki. TY

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Monday June 8th, 2020 - 06:37:12 PM GMT
Simon

I could have thought that last one out - there isn't a "winner" - for fun I thought I'd differentiate between the 2 results  - if it had been a draw everybody would have got 15k... so at least you are off to a start. 👍

Now I'm looking to Wednesday and the Big Kick Off....🥳🥳🥳🥳

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Monday June 8th, 2020 - 05:42:45 PM GMT
Re: Polls..

I should learn to read better.....

If you take part yo get 10k, if your vote is amongst the "winning" total you get 20k.

And what do I do?? I vote for what will never win.....pfff...well at least I have some participation cash ;-)

 

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Monday June 8th, 2020 - 12:31:55 PM GMT
Poll Match for Next Sunday

The start of the matches.

Rules are the same:

10k just for taking part, a further 10k if you guess the result correctly, and a further 10k if you guess the exact score correctly.   

Your entry to be in 30 minutes before kick off, or it can't be accepted...

Good luck.. :-) 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday June 8th, 2020 - 10:52:25 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 8th June....:
ATL(10) CHI(20) CHV(50) COL(50) CLB(50) KC(25) LA(35) MIA(50) MIN(50) MON(25) NE(50) NY(50) PHI(25) RSL(40)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday June 8th, 2020 - 10:50:12 AM GMT
Bio & Team Updates

The following teams receive Bio & Team Updates through 8th June....:
ATL(100) CHV(100) COL(100) DAL(100) LA(100) MIN(100) MON(100) NE(100) PHI(100) RSL(100)

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Monday June 8th, 2020 - 10:42:33 AM GMT
Poll Result

Seems conclusive enough - a vote of 12-5 for keeping the 3rd/4th place matches.

Also important is that the 12 who voted for the yes have had 20k to start off their Poll earnings for this season, whilst the 5 lads who voted No will get 10k. Don't laugh at the seemingly silly amounts - over the season a team can make up to 640k IF thery enter every Poll and can successfully give the correct result and scoreline. Average teams will earn around 300k.

I wil have another Poll up later today and will start with one of the Cup matches. Be in it to win it!! :-) 

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Sunday June 7th, 2020 - 01:32:35 PM GMT
Steve 👍

Any advance on Steve 😊😊😊😊

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Sunday June 7th, 2020 - 12:10:34 PM GMT
Bio

New England updated after 3 seasons

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Sunday June 7th, 2020 - 10:37:22 AM GMT
Bios updates

The League's Treasurer is gonna be well pleased this season - so far only around 10 teams are or will be earning cash for their updates. If you are one of the 14 who still haven't updated you still have today and up to 9 am tomorrow.. then I pay out the final amounts. 💰💰

If you DO update tell me via a Blog or in box and I'm on it....✅✅

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Sunday June 7th, 2020 - 10:29:11 AM GMT
Youth games

Allan, basically to play a league game on the same day as your senior team plays a league game. This season that will be 22 consecutive Sundays starting 21st June.

You will have 2 youth cup matches played midweek but not for a while -draw hasn't been made yet.

I tended to logout and login for the youth team, sort the tactics etc and logout and back in to the senior team, and do likewise - that way I finished still with the senior team (and could go Blogs, Journals, Polls, etc.. You never forget your login password when you are constantly having to remember it.. Method in the madness.. 🥳😂

PS I also love the one page for all your games in MSWL 👍👍

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Sunday June 7th, 2020 - 01:45:56 AM GMT
Al

The youth league starts at a later stage in the season. Then you need to login and logout and then parry between both teams/orders. Not ideal but great end results if engaged with. 

I applaud your one page MSWL and enjoy enormously. You know that. That said, the orders page in SOS has three pages for extended gameplay. First is team selection. The second allows the  tactical formation to be changed several times during the 90. The third is the best...it allows substitutes, positional changes, aggression changes etc. These are options not available in MSWL. 
 

Different but both cracking footie sims. Keep up the great work Al and DB. 

 
Allan Sellers Jnr
Columbus Rebels


 
Recent Entries
Thanks Andy - 11/13
En vacances - 11/11
Team Record
168 - 114 - 183 (0.484)
Sunday June 7th, 2020 - 12:28:08 AM GMT
Orders Form

I had forgotten how rough this orders form could be to get through.  I was able to come up with an all-in-one page for United and perhaps at some point can come back to this.  Orders are in though!  

Do I have it right that the senior/junior matches are intermingled?  Looked like it was later in June before my Junior team has a match?

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Saturday June 6th, 2020 - 03:27:51 PM GMT
final test...

than I leave it to the pro's....

 

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Saturday June 6th, 2020 - 03:20:27 PM GMT
Testing..

As our marketing department came up with some new logo's I need to test if it is working....

My apologies for the messages.

 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Saturday June 6th, 2020 - 01:42:30 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 6th June....:
DAL(140) LA(120) MIA(40) RSL(40)

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Friday June 5th, 2020 - 10:56:43 PM GMT
Copy Cat

A Dutch Simonese breed. Rare but plagiarism is top characteristic. 😂❤️

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Friday June 5th, 2020 - 08:03:19 PM GMT
Simon 🥳

Simon, thought it WAS Bill back on!! 😂😂

You will need a little more to get top cash but you are on the right road.. ✅✅

 

 
Bryce Kalmbach
Atlanta Silverbacks


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
416 - 268 - 399 (0.508)
Friday June 5th, 2020 - 06:50:55 PM GMT
ATL Bios Updated

Season 25 updates entered

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Friday June 5th, 2020 - 06:40:18 PM GMT
We need a DB trophy

 

This chap has undone himself in the last month. 👏👏👏👏👏

thank you. 

 

(Just to avoid Bill to be able to bring it up again....) We can use the participation cash as well...

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Friday June 5th, 2020 - 09:46:59 AM GMT
Friday Update

Good responses to the auction subject and I will take some of the comments on board going forward.

And participation money looks good for a few teams come Monday.. ✅✅

NOW, including Roy's mention about his bios being done, that still will only total 9 teams earning the 100k.

It is easy cash but the job needs to be completed by Monday 8am latest AND TELL ME - I'll be in by 9am to pay the final amounts, and then look forward to Wednesday evening... 😊😊

I will remind again Sunday so that way nobody should be coming back on Tuesday asking for money... 🤓🤓

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Friday June 5th, 2020 - 02:03:55 AM GMT
COL Bio Updated

Manager and team BIOs updated for 2020

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Thursday June 4th, 2020 - 04:49:20 PM GMT
Manual Work by Commish

Since I'm re-learning all this, I will refrain from getting into any details that I don't fully understand anyway at the moment.  :-)

My general thought so far is that this league has a lot of diversity (two teams) and bells and whistles (movement between junior and senior teams, etc).  There appears to be a significant amount of manual/setup work between seasons as I've had to have David guide me through a number of things as a new manager.

Any feature that takes a significant amount of Commish time and could be handled in a simpler, smoother way sounds like something that would be beneficial.  

 

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Wednesday June 3rd, 2020 - 11:52:17 PM GMT
Youth Auction

I actually like the whole youth league and auction set up, but will go with the flow.

At least it'll mean I won't have to go through another season where my auction player hasn't sold.

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday June 3rd, 2020 - 11:05:59 PM GMT
Youth auction.

Loving the input.

If senior teams have 4 x age 1s then we need to increase the potential for gaining TP. I do not think giving everyone 40 is the answer. That means auction. I think this in tandem with the option of keeping one player in the youth team may work. 
 

Another option, what about Just having 3 x age 0 in the youth league to begin and 5 x age 1? Not sure of ramifications of this. 
 

Like Alon, I think the age 0 structure needs changed. In the last two seasons we have both proven how you can adapt a poor 2nd division team into top meat. Look at MIN and DAL. This is a lot to do with the feeder players from age 0 to 1. The turn around can be too quick and is not very rewarding to the better managers. I'm not calling for equality...just a thought towards balance. 

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Wednesday June 3rd, 2020 - 10:23:45 PM GMT
Youth auction

I agree -lose the auction, prices  were too high  ,i personally saved my money and bought a quality age 2,plus you have a sense of pride bringing on one of your youth team and hopefully he will turn into that superstar  you are always looking for  

 
Alon Atie
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Wednesday June 3rd, 2020 - 08:05:09 PM GMT
Youth Auction

I am going to be a discdenting voice here.

As a precurser though I would say if the auction is too much admin for the comisioner and makes his task unpleasant then I agree with scrapping it and all the rest of this post is moot..

To me all the examples given by Dave are plusses. The youth auction is different to normal auctions so different tactics need to be adopted. For me anything that adds to the skill element of the game is good, as it makes our game more skillful and thus more challenging. I enjoy the fact as much as everyone that the Game is a soccer simulation, but what really makes it exciting is trying to strategize and make plans to best the opposition.

The youth system we use is allready highly weighted against the stronger teams as they get vastly inferior apprentices. They at least have the chance to buy 1 quality youth player, even though this does further enrich the weaker team. If for admin reasons we do go ahead and scrap the auction I think allowing at least 1 quality apprentice per team would be fairer. Sure the weaker teams can still get all 4 of their apprentices being high quality to even things out .However we do want to give the stronger teams a long shot of building a dynasty if they are really skilfully managed.

Just my 2 cents worth.

 
James White
Kansas City Wizards


 
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Wednesday June 3rd, 2020 - 07:47:02 PM GMT
Youth Auction

No problem with dropping it completely.

Like the idea of the choice to leave the 4th player.

Maybe a normal auction with only youths for teams that want a 5th youth player when rebuilding ?

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
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Wednesday June 3rd, 2020 - 06:30:24 PM GMT
Youth

David, 

All good with me. Anything that helps reduce admin is a good thing. Like below, i would have the option for the Youth Team to keep the lowest SL Age 0 if they don't want to transfer 4 across. 

Paul

 
Tim Batth
Real Salt Lake


 
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Wednesday June 3rd, 2020 - 04:22:07 PM GMT
Youth

I love the idea of not having an auction, very difficult to determine how much to bid because you end up paying what you bid and you bid high if you really like the player.

Also like Simon's idea about letting the Manager decide whether they want to promote 3 or 4 to the Sr team. More options means more diversity in how Youth and Senior Teams shape up throughout the leagues.

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Wednesday June 3rd, 2020 - 01:44:01 PM GMT
Youths

Good points made by all participants - like the idea a senior team can decline taking the 4th player - it would make the youth team more competitive = more wins = more money earned = more cash for the big team, whereas some senior teams might want the extra lad now to help balance up their squad.

Good points made by all.... 👍👍

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
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Wednesday June 3rd, 2020 - 01:16:42 PM GMT
scrap the Youth Auction

But, maybe it should be up to the parent team to decide if the player will be promoted?

 
Marc Legowski
Chicago Fire


 
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Wednesday June 3rd, 2020 - 01:09:56 PM GMT
YTH Auction

Agreed David, Scrap it. I much rather get the 4 players I trained rather than 3 and hoping to win an over inflated auction.

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Wednesday June 3rd, 2020 - 12:43:41 PM GMT
Scrap it

But keep TP as it is. Managers that train up 4 will be the same as it is now with transferring 3 and buying a 4th from the auction.

Those that only train 3 don't have to buy an extra 7-10 TP over the free. And they probably train up 3 age 1 to make their youth team competitive. This could be done more with the weaker teams who probably won't get promoted thus earning more cash to be transferred.

 
Mark Creasey
Montreal Impact


 
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Wednesday June 3rd, 2020 - 11:37:51 AM GMT
scrap the Youth Auction

Sounds reasonable to me David.

I think i overbid at auction last month from my lack of experience in this league here. 

I wasn't planning on bidding again at youth auction as my current squad seems bloated anyway.

So its a yes from me

 

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Wednesday June 3rd, 2020 - 11:21:33 AM GMT
YOUTH AUCTION

Gents, I would like to scrap the Youth Auction from the end of this season - before anybody has planned out their youth training programme. 

I am suggesting a simple transfer of all 4 age 0 players across to their senior teams along with the usual half of the bank balance the youth team has accrued. (Players would go over aged 1 as before.)

It would make life simpler for managers and myself.

This season:

  • A team bid 1423k for a player nobody else bid on – under normal auction rules that would have been 1k. Both amounts were out of kilter for the lad concerned. The first was over the odds but was paid as that is the rules,  but 1k for training up a lad over 10 matches minimum is also not right.
  • 1 player had 2 bids in for him, but as the managers already had their quota bought, the bids were null and void and the lad wasn’t sold. Decent money which the senior team didn’t get.
  • 2 of the auctions went through as invalid, due to the team having too few players, but I didn’t know that till they were flagged up to me.

Scrapping the auction would solve the above, and more.

If all 4 age 0 players are transferred over, then:

  • Likely all 4 age 0 players would be trained by their youth team manager – teams wouldn’t want an age 1 SL2 or SL3 player in their senior team.
  • The senior team can place any or all their surplus age 0 players on the transfer market once the statutory 5 matches are played. (The 5 match rule can be eased if enough managers want it to be.)  Money that could have been used for the auction could be used to buy a lad here, for a reasonable fee, so no team will be financially upset.
  • There could be a Poll as to whether teams got 10TPs extra in their youth OR senior team to allow for training – one, not both. 

Most of the time and bother was spent on the auction, and unless there is major dissension from you lads, I propose to scrap it. A plus point is that within days of the end of the season, you will be able to get your rewards and payouts, get your new youths more quickly, and have uniformity in retiring youth players – it would be 4 for everybody.

Have a think, I won't have covered everything, but I feel that if I am to run the game, I'd like to share my ideas with you lads. This should earn cash for participation for a few of you, and that is a good thing.  :-)

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Wednesday June 3rd, 2020 - 11:15:16 AM GMT
Good news, I think!

The good news is that the stats page is working, but it wasn't me who worked it out. I did ask Mark to look at it - didn't realise it was me who was causing it though. Bottom line is it IS working now, so thank you to whoever.. :-)

 

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
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Wednesday June 3rd, 2020 - 11:09:42 AM GMT
Well spotted that man

Boss Blair FC now shows as having one player and the worst T-11 and T-17 is Olmec history.

(I was just about to add an 0/30 UT after seeing Steve's post, but I think David beat me to the commish button, he'd have topped the T-11/17 if I had)

Stats page now working

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Wednesday June 3rd, 2020 - 10:44:21 AM GMT
An idea

Olmec head shows on the stats but with no stats as he has no players.

Could try adding 1 or 18 to see if that works.

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Wednesday June 3rd, 2020 - 09:26:15 AM GMT
I’ll ask the question

I noticed that too lads - I'll see if that can be sorted - no idea why it should have stopped working....🤔🤔

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
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397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Wednesday June 3rd, 2020 - 07:57:03 AM GMT
Stats error

I noticed that I couldn't sort by bank.

Just checked again and nothing is sorting.

 

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Wednesday June 3rd, 2020 - 07:48:19 AM GMT
Not sure why

On my computer and I think also my phone sorting by T11 or T17 doesn't work for this league. But it does for SESL. Strange.

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Tuesday June 2nd, 2020 - 02:00:44 PM GMT
Quite right Paul..👍

I agree with that - route out pretty old stuff and update - there is space for some previous seasons but okay to shorten it.

personal bios is different - definitely to be current please.  ✅✅

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
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Tuesday June 2nd, 2020 - 01:43:40 PM GMT
LA Bio

Brian, it is your team, update it as you see fit. If old, remove it and put in details for what you want. It is always better to have up to date info and not details from 3/4/5 seasons ago. 

 
Brian Beerman
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Tuesday June 2nd, 2020 - 08:38:33 AM GMT
Los Angeles Bio

I updated my bio recently. I'm reluctant to update the team history notes as others wrote it. Then again, it's mine now!

 
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Tuesday June 2nd, 2020 - 07:44:27 AM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through 2nd June as per extra CP/TP...:
KC(-300) RSL(-625)

 
Brian Beerman
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Tuesday June 2nd, 2020 - 03:57:21 AM GMT
Los Angeles Bio

I updated my bio recently. I'm reluctant to update the team history notes as others wrote it. Then again, it's mine now!

 
Tim Batth
Real Salt Lake


 
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Tuesday June 2nd, 2020 - 02:48:37 AM GMT
RSL Bio Done

Bio done.

 
Alon Atie
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Monday June 1st, 2020 - 10:26:35 PM GMT
MIN BIOS done

Thanks ,all updated

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
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408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Monday June 1st, 2020 - 06:50:18 PM GMT
CHV Bios Plus

David, CHV Coaches Bio and Team ABout details all updated for this coming season. 

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Monday June 1st, 2020 - 10:36:43 AM GMT
Bios plus

Only 3 teams earning cash for updating Bios details so far (if others have completed their Bios and NOT been paid today tell me now and I will correct it, otherwise next Monday morning will be the cut off for earning cash for them.

Couple of teams have been in touch asking for additions to their preseason purchases of CP/TPs - just small ones and they will be done (along with any others that come along today/tonight) Tomorrow morning, so that can be put to bed as well..

IMPORTANT - I am preparing a sheet for you all to read - and before the 1st match starts a week on Wednesday. If I am to be running the game (with help as before, please...) I feel I want to put a couple of my own thoughts/ideas into practice, especially now I am on the blunt end of a lot of the work needed to implement the game rules, as they are..  No panic, but I will set out my main idea by Wednesday and post it here and on all managers In Box.   Mysterious, eh?  This one is the big one - rest are cosmetic...

In case anybody is asking, I am loving this - I have had help at the right time - no help, no game, as I don't have the confidence to do it all myself, yet.!!  Even better now the hard stuff seems to be finished and we are moving into the playing part of the game. Lots of that is down to you lads completing tasks within dates, so take a pat on the back for that.

 
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Monday June 1st, 2020 - 10:21:37 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 1st June....:
CHA(20) CHI(15) CHV(15) COL(40) CLB(30) DAL(25) LA(10) MIA(50) NE(50) NY(30) PHI(25) RSL(35)

 
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Monday June 1st, 2020 - 10:19:34 AM GMT
Bio & Team Updates

The following teams receive Bio & Team Updates through 1st June.......:
CHI(100) MIA(100) SJ(100)

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Monday June 1st, 2020 - 07:37:20 AM GMT
One other thing

Youth teams play 22 league games plus a minimum of 2 cup games (maximum is 6 I think). So after the 3 that you will train up for transfer to the senior team any more will cost you 250k each to train up. 

At the end of the season half your junior cash is transferred to the senior team. Over several seasons this is effectively all the cash you earned that season. Train up 6 players every season and it's 750k less for the senior team.

But your youth team will suffer morale loss so less cash and there's more cash the higher you finish and also the better your team the better your cup run. 

I haven't worked out which is the better option. I always train up 6 myself. I tend to train up 3 age 0 and 3 age 1 ever since my 4th age 0 didn't get picked up in an auction. Seemed a waste of TP that would be better used on a 1/11.

Like Roy says, plenty of choices.

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
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Sunday May 31st, 2020 - 11:54:19 PM GMT
Brian jnr

As Steve has said: we get 60 TP per season for the youth squads

No more, no less and no trading.

We get 4 age 0s and 4 age 1s at the start of each season. At the end of the season one play gets picked as an MPP and 2 others transfer to your senior side. The remaining age 0 goes into the Youth Auction. 

It's up to each manager how you manage your TP - max your age 0s and sell your 4th player tends to be #1 choice, but a few managers choose not to train their 4th age 0.

Your age 1s stay with your team so are the best route to strengthening it in the long run. Do you max 2? 3? You could even keep 20 TP unused for a season or two and then max all your age 1s for 2 seasons. Lots of choices.

 

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Sunday May 31st, 2020 - 09:57:22 PM GMT
Brian

TP only on the juniors and you can't buy any - you get 60 free each season.

Also can't bid in auctions nor trade.

 
Brian Beerman
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Sunday May 31st, 2020 - 09:49:40 PM GMT
Pre Season

Do we use CP on the Jr squads?

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Sunday May 31st, 2020 - 09:48:11 AM GMT
Poll

Gents, I will be allocating a game for your Poll guesses in a week to co-incide with the 1st set of league games, but in the meantime I have a Poll for you to do by next Sunday evening.

If you take part yo get 10k, if your vote is amongst the "winning" total you get 20k.

Head on over to it now - gotta be in it to win it. My Polls can make between 220k and 660k (if you are absolutely brilliant - but 300-350k is achievable over a season easily enough.

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Saturday May 30th, 2020 - 08:27:13 PM GMT
Pre Season Stuff

Gents, that is all the pre season done except for one item. After speaking to myself today Aires realised he should have bought some more CPs than he did. Being a new lad I thought it was a reasonable request as he didn't know the "normal" amount to buy in, so I have allowed it and deducted the cash used to buy them.

However it is only right I offer that little loophole to everybody, even established players. If you now decide you want to buy in any more CPs or/and TPs then let me know before Tuesday evening and I will organise it. You can ADD to your CP and TP totals, but no selling or swapping one for another. I am a reasonable man, but there IS a limit.   :-) 

 
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Saturday May 30th, 2020 - 08:19:29 PM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through 30th May per 20CPs extra purchase.:
DAL(-1500)

 
Aires Martin
FC Dallas


 
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Saturday May 30th, 2020 - 08:16:09 PM GMT
Bare with me

Sorry guys getting my baring in this league and not fully understanding it all but will give it my best, TY for having me back and trying again.      I am in the market for CP and a strong FW.   Good Luck to all

 
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Saturday May 30th, 2020 - 07:14:13 PM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through 30th May repayment for 10CPs accidentally bought.:
TDL(500)

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Saturday May 30th, 2020 - 03:40:16 PM GMT
Bios deadline

Before 10am GMT Monday 8th June - so I can finish it all off before looking forward to the start on Wednesday 10th.  👍👍

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
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Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Saturday May 30th, 2020 - 03:05:17 PM GMT
Bio

What's the deadline for the Bio's?

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Saturday May 30th, 2020 - 11:23:27 AM GMT
Saturday Update!!

Aires, just need you to log in to your 2 squads and settle your CP and/or TP purchases and Captain for FC Dallas, and pick your Captain and retire 4 lads in TDL.

Apart from that only Allan has to go in to REB and that is going to happen today, after Al asked a couple of salient questions.

Mark will be adding the remaining league games (which will show up your remaining Dave Dowson Shield section games).

That would bring us up to a starting position - only thing left for you boys is to update your various (remember to mention SEASON 25) Bios sections, and team needs. Only 100k for grabs but let's have a full house - it is easy money.

 Auctions - Dave usually did 5 auctions before MSA and 1 after - I plan to make it either 3/3 or 4/2 as after MSA some teams need a fix - I always did. The first half ones will be spread, the ones after MSA will all be completed by around league game number 16. Still to plan the dates, but the 1st one will be 28th June - after league game 2 (and Cup game 4) when all will have money.. Have a good weekend!!

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
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424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday May 29th, 2020 - 10:19:12 PM GMT
Bios

Season 25 now updated. Thanks 

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
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Friday May 29th, 2020 - 04:22:35 PM GMT
Thanks for the update!

I also updated bio and history ;-)

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Friday May 29th, 2020 - 03:32:56 PM GMT
Simon...

I saw that too but as far as I am concerned, go into the wiki via Paul's link on the front page and you'll see the ageing tables and remuneration, and there is cash for players aged 3 (and 2 if I remember well).

I am (with Robin's assistance - actually he is doing the transferring for me to work on them) visiting the rules and intend to update/amend them, and see no problem with retiring younger low SL players for cash. Retire away... 🥳🥳

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
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Friday May 29th, 2020 - 02:36:41 PM GMT
Retirements

I was looking to the money I would receive for retired people, and saw this line:

RETIREMENTS

Players aged 3+ with a skill level of 10 or less may be retired but no remuneration will be given

Is there a new schedule available for the amount we receive?

Hope someone can help me...

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Friday May 29th, 2020 - 12:59:22 PM GMT
'tis true

Pity it doesn't work in Sanc where RNG always hates me. 

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Friday May 29th, 2020 - 10:28:51 AM GMT
Simon - you worry me 😂😂

I am guessing you don't want to spend money on a bribe - but if you use the shotgun there's no game - PS I live in the Faroes Islands.. 😉😉😉

I'd like to say bribery would be wasted on me - but I don't tell lies (except the bit about about living in the Faroes Islands). 🥳

Now the cup ties are all in and every referee has been used 4 times each. Referees in the first half of the cup fixtures will do the reverse fixture as well, so allocations in 1-5 are repeated when the games are recast 6-10. 
 

When the league matches are fully put in all will be revealed.

Only 4 teams still need to be pre seasoned (or players cut) - down from 5 yesterday.

Remember the 100k up for grabs if you do your Team and Personal Bios (plus team needs) - mention season 25 at all times and then tell me...✅

 

 

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
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Friday May 29th, 2020 - 08:20:51 AM GMT
Bribe?

Are there no Americans here? I do just want to pay once, so need a big shotgun to avoid paying any bribe. Together with the shotgun I want to do a trip through Europe to visit some commish....would that have the same effect?

Hope my oponent doesn't visit all the referees....

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
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483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Thursday May 28th, 2020 - 11:57:20 PM GMT
Next Time Rob You Should Bribe The Commissioner...

As a fellow commissioner I will share the obvious.  I always update the cheat codes in the program and scheduling app so that teams that pay get certain advantages...

Steve Turner knows this.  In United, when he sends a bag of money, his team does well and Olmec loves him.  

When he doesn't... he may outshoot a team 50-1 and lose 1-nil...

FACTS!

 

 
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Thursday May 28th, 2020 - 03:59:31 PM GMT
Trade: MIA - RSL

MIA sends 1222k, 2 TP, Gilberto Garcia (4/22 DM), Mathew Foster (4/21 MF) to RSL for Conor Shaughnessy (5/16 DM), Dustin Colquitt (2/25 DF), Datura (2/23 MF)

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Thursday May 28th, 2020 - 10:55:14 AM GMT
Can't Please Everybody, Rob :-)

And as I didn't see any brown envelopes through my door....

However the way the Cup draw came out, you get 2 home matches to start, so some consolation, I guess? PS I did ask my mate Mark to do the league games, and on the bright side, you DID have to meet them both at some point, and in league matches 12 and 13 you will have home games v the 2 of them. Is this helping at all  ???  :-)

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
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Austom signing - 11/19
Wednesday May 27th, 2020 - 11:17:11 PM GMT
You cannot be serious!!!!!!!

Philly's 1st 2 league games 

Away at New York

Away at Minnesota 

 

I obviously did not tip the fixtures manager enough 

 

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday May 27th, 2020 - 08:05:02 PM GMT
How’s that Simon?

Maybe we need a Bijker Shield? 

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday May 27th, 2020 - 08:03:21 PM GMT
We need a DB trophy

This chap has undone himself in the last month. 👏👏👏👏👏

thank you. 

 
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Wednesday May 27th, 2020 - 07:00:36 PM GMT
Trade: CHI - RSL

CHI sends 740k to RSL for Jiulukh (3/24 SW)

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday May 27th, 2020 - 04:56:36 PM GMT
RE: We need a DB trophy

Serious Bill, same message/blog after every 4 blogs posted? 

Winking Tongue Out Soccer Ball Emoji (With images) | Soccer ball ...

 

You should hire someone to do the press releases for you. This can never bring enough cash to your team....or can we just copy and paste our old blogs to gain some cash here?

Ways to Make Easy Money in an Hour (or Less!) | Reader's Digest

 
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Wednesday May 27th, 2020 - 03:56:12 PM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through 27th May youth sales adjustment.....:
MTS(-608) POR(608)

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday May 27th, 2020 - 03:48:01 PM GMT
Age 1/18 MTS

Good spot, Steve, Allan maybe didn't see that one. The transfer diod not go through as MTS had already released too many lads, but I assumed it had - the 2nd lad to escape the net. I assume if I transfer them over it goes... I am on that now - CLB will pay 1216k for the boy.

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday May 27th, 2020 - 03:07:30 PM GMT
We need a DB trophy

This chap has undone himself in the last month. 👏👏👏👏👏

thank you. 

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday May 27th, 2020 - 03:06:22 PM GMT
All done I think

I think all my allocated youth teams have been done with a little help.

Two things I noticed with MTS: they have a 1/18 player which might be from a transfer that couldn't go through. And they only have 61k which again could be due to that same transfer.

 
Commissioner
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Wednesday May 27th, 2020 - 02:55:59 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 27th May - adding in Youth Team players @10k per team.:
CHA(80) COL(80) NE(80)

 
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Wednesday May 27th, 2020 - 02:54:21 PM GMT
Cup Draw Participation

The following teams receive Cup Draw Participation through Assisting in Dave Dowson Shield draw.:
COL(25) NE(25)

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday May 27th, 2020 - 02:53:08 PM GMT
The Way Forward...

Nearly there - after the stuff below is done it will be back to me for the updating of cup and league games (me and Mark, that is!).

Allan - Can you pick a Captain in pre season - nothing else, and retire 4 players.

Aires - Can yopu pick a Captain in pre season - nothing else - and retire 4 players.

Aires - Can you do FC Dallas pre season, please?

Paul - Can you do Chivas pre season, please?

James - Again can you do Kansas City pre season, please?

After that it is only the Team Bios, Personal Bios, and Team Needs to be done, BUT only if you wish to add up to 100k to your senior teams total - you MUST quote Season 25 and make an effort - I am not a philanthropist. And tell me it is done and I will pay out next Monday and the following Monday (1st and 8th June). After that we won't bother as the season starts 2 days later.  

 

 
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Wednesday May 27th, 2020 - 02:50:14 PM GMT
Trade: MTS - CLB

MTS sends Scot Milss (1/18 FW) to CLB for 1216k

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday May 27th, 2020 - 10:37:02 AM GMT
Dave Dowson Shield

Gents,

I appreciate the nice messages, I really do. I am into the site a minimum 12 times a day to see what progress we are making, but I also have to say I have used a few lads heavily whilst trying to get through the myriad things Dave did, and most of us didn't understand. I just want to continue the good work, and have you lads enjoying yourselves - so we need to finalise the pre season.

Below is the draw as made by Roy (who randomised the numbers to the teams, and Steve, who drew the numbers into the various sections). I say that, so if you aren't happy with your lot, I can take none of the blame.. ha ha..  Guess how long these 120 games will take to programme manually - that is the way I will do them...

For the new lads, each team plays home and away (total = 10 games) against each opponent in their section, with the top 2 teams in each going to the Quarter Finals. (Referee in any of your home games will be the lad in your away game versus the same team.....)

    Dave Dowson Shield
     
Section A 4 Philadephia Union
  9 Vancouver Whitecaps
  10 Seattle Sounders
  15 Charleston Battery
  20 Real Salt Lake
  23 D.C. United
     
Section B 6 Atlanta Silverbacks
  11 Portland Timbers
  16 FC Dallas
  19 Chicago Fire
  21 Kansas City Wizards
  24 Chivas USA
     
Section C 1 Colorado Rapids
  3 New England Revolution
  5 Columbus Crew
  8 Montreal Impact
  13 Miami FC
  17 New York Red Bulls
     
Section D 2 San Jose Earthquakes
  7 Houston Dynamos
  12 Los Angeles Galaxy
  14 Carolina Railhawks
  18 Rochester Rhinos
  22 Minnesota Thunder

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday May 27th, 2020 - 12:36:11 AM GMT
We need a DB trophy

This chap has undone himself in the last month. 👏👏👏👏👏

thank you. 

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday May 26th, 2020 - 10:06:53 PM GMT
Great job David!

I can imagine there is a lot to be done...so I bow for you for the work you and your team did.

RE: Powering up... — Steemit

 
Marc Legowski
Chicago Fire


 
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Tuesday May 26th, 2020 - 09:11:53 PM GMT
Preseason

CHI preseason completed. Captain assigned for youth team also. 

 
David Campbell
Charleston Battery


 
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Team Record
326 - 233 - 487 (0.423)
Tuesday May 26th, 2020 - 08:20:32 PM GMT
DIS

Yes when I was retiring players I didnt even notice Graham Lee was still there, sorry.  Dave, I retired a 0/30 that you could reinstate please.  ;-)

 

 
Tim Batth
Real Salt Lake


 
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Tuesday May 26th, 2020 - 07:32:42 PM GMT
Thanks David

Appreciate all the hard work this preseason, well done.

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Tuesday May 26th, 2020 - 04:28:36 PM GMT
Ha Ha

You can see I get around on this site - the message to Tim was from me, not DIS. Must be the heatwave here - scrambling the brains. Flaming auction causes more grief than it's worth.. but we move on.

 
David Campbell Jnr
Daniel Island S.A.


 
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Team Record
220 - 135 - 140 (0.581)
Tuesday May 26th, 2020 - 04:26:05 PM GMT
Tim

Player is with you now - only just realised the initial trade was refused twice by the system, so although I gave cash to DIS's senior team (CHA), it did not give you the player. As of now, you have the lad, money has been deducted from you (so now you can pre season..) and I have taken the money away from DIS as they had already been given the cash earlier. Hope that sort things out (needing a Philadelphia lawyer..)

Only thing is that DIS are a player short, so I will need to re-instate one of their retired bunch. 

 
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Tuesday May 26th, 2020 - 04:13:37 PM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through 26th as per DIS > RSL Trade.:
DIS(-301)

 
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Tuesday May 26th, 2020 - 03:10:14 PM GMT
Trade: DIS - RSL

DIS sends Graham Lee (1/15 MF) to RSL for 301k

 
Tim Batth
Real Salt Lake


 
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Tuesday May 26th, 2020 - 02:55:12 PM GMT
David

I will complete pre-season as soon as my youth auction buy, Graham Lee, is added. Believe my finances will be lowered so don't want to overspend on pre-season and then not have enough money for Graham Lee.

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Tuesday May 26th, 2020 - 10:55:45 AM GMT
Tuesday update

Only KC, DAL, CHV, CHI, and RSL to complete pre season in the senior leagues.

Only 4 teams to get their youth lads inserted - probably today - BUT could WDP retire one more lad and LAG let me know which 2 of their 6 retirees I can re-install, please?

One thing with your youth team - some teams have not selected a Captain in their pre season page - it is the only thing you can do on that page - don't buy TPs or CPs - just pick a Captain from the drop down list. 

The Dave Dowson Shield draw will be Blogged later today and if the above is completed, we are good to go.

Only thing after that would be updating your senior team Bios (team Bios/Personal Bios and team needs) for more cash!!   You can do that any time as from now - just let me know it is done. Gents, I want you to make a decent fist of this AND QUOTE SEASON 25 when you update - I pay for these Bios updates. Thanks.

You deserve a big round of applause for all the stuff you have done over the last 15 days since the season finished - you'll get it when the above is completed... :-)

 
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Tuesday May 26th, 2020 - 10:45:29 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 26th May - general Blog/Journal stuff:
CHA(40) CHI(15) CHV(50) COL(50) CLB(15) HOU(50) LA(50) MIA(40) MIN(25) MON(15) NE(50) NY(50) RSL(50) SJ(50) VAN(15)

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
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Monday May 25th, 2020 - 06:20:19 PM GMT
Great move David.

Rest in Peace big fella. X

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
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Monday May 25th, 2020 - 06:20:18 PM GMT
Great move David.

Rest in Peace big fella. X

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Monday May 25th, 2020 - 04:27:22 PM GMT
Simon

I spoke about that to Mark before but he said if we renamed the League it's possible we'd lose the previous league records.

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
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Monday May 25th, 2020 - 04:03:55 PM GMT
RE: Dave D.

I think it is a great idea!!

But we might also consider to change the league name instead of the cup.

This way we can honour all the important persons behind this game...(Not sure if it is possible, but the suggestion can be made ;-) )

 

 

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Monday May 25th, 2020 - 02:50:05 PM GMT
Dave Dowson....

Gents, I had always thought we should keep Dave Dowson’s name in OASL in a capacity that meant he would never be forgotten for the amount of work and effort he put into running OASL.

With that in mind I (on your behalf) would like to thank Steve Turner for suggesting the Trophy currently in his name be re-named in Dave’s honour.

A marvellous gesture from Steve who, and not a lot of people know this, actually set up OASL at the beginning and kept it going till Dave came along, allowing himself some free time to sit back and relax a bit.

This has come about at a very opportune moment in that the draw for the Cup, and unless there is a major riot in the streets, I plan to call the Dave Dowson Shield (using the word memorial just brings back the sadness, better to keep it straight – we all know Dave and his contribution to OASL so let's celebrate it – or am I wrong?)

If okay I plan to re name it in time for the draw being announced.

On that score, could I ask ROY to list the 24 teams and randomise them in any order you choose, as long as each team has a number from 1-24,, and send your list to myself?  And can I ask STEVE to draw numbers 1-24 into 4 sections of 6 teams each, and also send that to myself? I will consolidate and announce the draw and numbers soonest in the Blog and on the Front Page in the Cup Review Section. Thanks in advance.

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Monday May 25th, 2020 - 02:47:40 PM GMT
Nearly there..

Can I ask the following teams to access their youth teams and cut the following number of players, please?

TDL  4

REB  4

KCA  4

and all senior team managers who have not accessed pre season, can they do so now please? There are only 9 left to do so, and remember you can select a Captain for your youth team as well.

NOW, the next Blog up is an important one... 

 
Tim Batth
Real Salt Lake


 
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Monday May 25th, 2020 - 02:46:46 PM GMT
Auction player - Graham Lee

David - Graham Lee still not added to my team, I see a "DIS's roster rules will be broken." message in my inbox.

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Monday May 25th, 2020 - 01:12:34 PM GMT
David

Not sure why it happened David, but it is my fault fir sure. Hopefully corrected - thanks for flagging it up 👍

 
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Monday May 25th, 2020 - 01:11:08 PM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through 25th May - error corrected.....:
CHA(-301) DIS(301)

 
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Monday May 25th, 2020 - 12:14:32 PM GMT
Trade: COL - POR

COL sends 100k, Guido Burgstaller (5/20 FW) to POR for 4 TP

 
David Campbell
Charleston Battery


 
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Team Record
326 - 233 - 487 (0.423)
Monday May 25th, 2020 - 12:05:48 PM GMT
Youth cash

Dave, youve given my senior team 2xcash from youth team. Is that right? Unsure why, cheers :)

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Saturday May 23rd, 2020 - 04:52:37 PM GMT
Youth Squads

If you find your youth new lads are in your team you will be on 25 or more - you need to cut back to 25. BUT do remember you CAN'T cut any of the new lads.  David and Roy are in the process of putting the new boys in - so perhaps waiting a couple of days for them (and Steve) to complete their job might be better. I keep checking the stats page to see the progress.

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Saturday May 23rd, 2020 - 04:36:38 PM GMT
Tim and update (2)

Well spotted Tim - my deliberate mistake - NOT. However it has been sorted now - that is why I did say to everybody to please check things and let me know. On the subject of the 4 remaining youth squads I needed details for, only ONE left to get. So Bryce, if you see this can you complete the set? Thanks to everybody who has responded so well  - David and Roy are adding most players today and Steve is happy to do the remaining 8 teams when we get Bryce's lads in.

Stay safe and well, gents. :-)

 
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Saturday May 23rd, 2020 - 04:31:00 PM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through 23rd May youth money to senior teams..:
CHA(301) DIS(-301)

 
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Saturday May 23rd, 2020 - 03:26:34 PM GMT
Trade: CHA - MIA

CHA sends Mal Malkovich (2/24 FW) to MIA for 01000k

 
Tim Batth
Real Salt Lake


 
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Saturday May 23rd, 2020 - 02:15:54 PM GMT
David - Youth Auction Purchase

One of my auction players, Graham Lee (1/15 MF) has still not been added to my team. No problem if you haven't gotten around to it, just wasn't sure whether you'd finished the task of adding the auction players yet or not.

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Saturday May 23rd, 2020 - 01:31:56 PM GMT
Snap Steve!

Don't know how it happens but when Mark set me up I got 6,800 of the same test.

Your message to me about the invalid youth auction trade was repeated in my in box over 13,000 times.

i now have in advance of 19,700 in box messages for just 2 pieces of info.

Not sure how they can be deleted but will ask Mark. 🤔🤔

 
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Saturday May 23rd, 2020 - 11:33:32 AM GMT
Trade: PHI - CHA

PHI sends 1000k to CHA for Ruby Walsh (2/25 FW)

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Saturday May 23rd, 2020 - 10:29:45 AM GMT
Sent Items

I can't remember what age 1 I picked and want to check before picking my Youth Captain.

So I went to sent items and it's an endless list of the same unread message apart from the first one.

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Saturday May 23rd, 2020 - 09:46:57 AM GMT
MTS/RIS

Forget the last bit - need to wait till the new lads appear and then you can release your last lad then, ok?? 

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Saturday May 23rd, 2020 - 09:43:34 AM GMT
Saturday Update

Gents, we have comne a long way since the last matches were played 13 days ago - so thanks for listening to my rants and reading my errors. We are nearly there, but can I just push a couple of things on - keeping to my Plan A. (He has a plan? YES)

Could Allan (send me positions for your new youths), Bryce, James, and Derek (send me your youth players named and positioned - they are in your In Box right now).

There are a few youth teams not down to 17 players BUT that can be done after your new lads are added. But it is an easy job - 17 is the lowest figure please.

If you haven't done your Pre Season for your team, feel free to do them now. Youth teams can't buy CPs or TPs - think the Captain is about it, but the senior team needs your attention to CP and (if needed) additional TP purchases and your Captain for the season. Some have completed the jobs so thanks for them.

Roy and David are about to start adding youth team players to your youths (hence my note above about sending me the youth players - these are to complete the job.. Phew!)  If you see anything you want to query, send the note to me on In Box, please. 

(MTS and RIS - I added back one of your retirements in order to get your youth lad sold in the auction, I am going in now to take these 2 lads out again.) This job is never dull, but we are nearly there......

 
Graham Wilkes Jnr
North Sound Seawolves


 
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Team Record
186 - 106 - 203 (0.483)
Friday May 22nd, 2020 - 09:33:15 PM GMT
North Sound Seawolves

NSS Down to 17 Players and ready for new recruits

The following players leave with immediate effect

 May 22 20   NSS   Retirement   5/3 DF Neko Case 
 May 22 20   NSS   Retirement   6/2 MF Kenny G 
 May 22 20   NSS   Retirement   6/2 FW Jean Smart 
 May 22 20   NSS   Retirement   7/1 DF Ash Blunder

 
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Friday May 22nd, 2020 - 09:26:35 PM GMT
Trade: RSL - CHA

RSL sends Egraska (3/26 GK) to CHA for 700k, 2 TP

 
TimBatth Jnr
Utah Surf Boys S.C.


 
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Friday May 22nd, 2020 - 05:12:46 PM GMT
USB down to 17 players ...

... and ready to accept the 8 new players.

 
Steve Turner Jnr
Fall River Rovers


 
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Friday May 22nd, 2020 - 03:13:46 PM GMT
Brian

LA Blues down to 17 (see post below) to make room for 8 new guys

LA Galaxy up to you but before MSA to get more cash

 
Brian Beerman
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Friday May 22nd, 2020 - 01:52:40 PM GMT
Retiring

I see some old lads being lead out to the e-pasture. Do we retire from both Sr and Jr leagues, or just one.

Thanks.

 
Steve Turner Jnr
Fall River Rovers


 
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Friday May 22nd, 2020 - 01:00:26 PM GMT
Retiring down to 17

It's possible but you mustn't leave the page.

1. Have 21. Retire 3 and it will say you have 19 (as the page hasn't reloaded) so can retire another.

2. Retire 3 and leave to check your team. Go back and it will say you have 18 so can't retire another.

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Friday May 22nd, 2020 - 12:13:15 PM GMT
Nearly right..

But only for senior teams - nothing for youth teams I'm afraid. 
Don't think there ever was recompense for them - mist retirements are very low SL high age players.

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Friday May 22nd, 2020 - 11:57:40 AM GMT
Retirement

After you retire players, let the commissioner know (i email the players age and SL to make it easier) and there is a small monetary award placed into your account. There is normally a Blog message showing the awards to the teams who have retired players. 

 
Brian Beerman
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Friday May 22nd, 2020 - 10:54:52 AM GMT
Retirement

Is there any resource earned from retirement?

 
David Blair
COMMISH


 

Friday May 22nd, 2020 - 10:09:09 AM GMT
Auction Bids

Gents, I had a problem with 2 teams getting below the limit for me to make a transfer from, but have re-instated a player to each team which has allowed me to complete moving youth bids to senior teams and swopping the cash from each to their maqin teams. 

I am guessing that if any youth team wants to retire all I suggest is they retire down to 17 players if they can, and it seems that is possible. Then sit back and wait for your new lads to come in.

MTS and RIS now have 18 lads - both could try and repeat retiring the player I moved back in.

Now, if the 7 teams could return their youth player names and positions we can go ahead and fill out the squads.

PS Roy, I have got your note and changed your lad.. :-)

 
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Friday May 22nd, 2020 - 10:02:05 AM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through 22nd May youth money to senior teams..:
MTS(-1216) PHI(10) POR(1216) RIS(-10)

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
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Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Friday May 22nd, 2020 - 09:35:32 AM GMT
Youth Auction

Dave, great work getting this all sorted. 

Quick qu - I have 21 players in my youth team, so surely should only be retiring 4 to then get 8 in and up to the full completment of 25? 

 
David Blair
COMMISH


 

Friday May 22nd, 2020 - 09:24:31 AM GMT
Simon and all others

Simon, for now I say no - wait till your new lads are with you and then get back to the magic number 25.

Do not retire any more players from youth teams till your new lads are with you - when this is all over I will write myself a A-Z on how things should be done. :-)

 
David Blair
COMMISH


 

Friday May 22nd, 2020 - 09:21:43 AM GMT
Strewth!!

Sorry, Rob, the last Blog was from me, not you. I was into your site to see what the problem was and forgot to come out. 

Lasat Blog was from myself, lads, I take the blame, again.

 
Rob Lye Jnr
Roxborough Indians S.C.


 
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Friday May 22nd, 2020 - 09:19:39 AM GMT
I live and learn

Gents, with no guide book to show me, I will (and am) making errors.

Whilst I realise it is okay for youth teams to go above 25 players then cut back to 25, seems I can't do a transfer from a team if it takes them down below 18 (RIS and MTS). I should have allocated the new lads first then asked you to cut back. Just glad there seems to be just the 2 problems and I plan to "re-instate" a retired player to both teams just to be able to do the transfers.

It is okay for other teams now to retire down to 17 (seems only to not like a transfer - but accepts retirements. Wierd, but then again I have 19,700 + in Box messages - 2 of them equating to 19,600 repeated messages.

PS the numbers in front of the auction bids are the order they were submitted by a team.....but you knew that anyway...

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
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Friday May 22nd, 2020 - 09:12:55 AM GMT
Retire youth

I was not able to retire a player (needed 18 players)...should I retire one later?

 
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Friday May 22nd, 2020 - 09:08:56 AM GMT
Adjustment

The following teams receive Adjustment through 22nd May youth money to senior teams..:
ATL(1023) CDY(-500) CAR(500) CCK(-804) CHA(301) CHI(1702) CHV(804) CLB(780) REB(-780) DC(1200) DIS(-301) DAF(-451) DAL(777) GBS(-1444) GOG(-400) HOU(734) KC(1333) KCA(-1333) LFC(-1432) LHT(-734) LAB(-879) LA(879) MIA(1111) MIN(400) MON(734) MOL(-734) NSS(-904) RSL(1129) RFC(-1111) ROC(1444) SJ(451) SCF(-1023) SEA(904) TDL(-777) USB(-1129) VAN(1432) WDP(-1200) WCP(-1702)

 
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Friday May 22nd, 2020 - 08:58:13 AM GMT
Trade: RIS - NE

RIS sends Ilsinio (1/3 MF) to NE for 10k

 
Marc Legowski Jnr
Windy City Pride


 
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Friday May 22nd, 2020 - 08:14:21 AM GMT
WCP

Scrapheap players retired.

 
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Friday May 22nd, 2020 - 07:49:42 AM GMT
Trade: COL - MIA

COL sends 225k to MIA for 3 TP

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
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Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Friday May 22nd, 2020 - 12:09:56 AM GMT
Retire 4

Andy is correct, Bill has already retired his 5 from NBW, my CIW and Steve's FRR need to retire 5

But everyone else should only retire 4 please.

(You've sent 3 to your senior team and a 4th to another. You're getting 8 new players so you need to get rid of you're worst 4 players left to take you back up to 25) 

 
Bill Ramsay Jnr
New Bedford Whalers


 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 11:39:09 PM GMT
NBW Down to 17 players.

Thanks for all the hard work David. 

 
Alon Atie
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 11:03:18 PM GMT
Deal of the day

My nomination for deal of the day goes to NY who got a 0/19 MF for 777. he was even named Gary McAlistair after a Liverpool (and Leeds I think) legend. Bill certainly knows what he is doing in this game.

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 10:50:18 PM GMT
Retirements

David. Should that be the other way round. If you're player was sold, retire 4 if he wasn't retire 5 ?

 

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 10:30:16 PM GMT
CORRECTIONS

Gents, got the youth teams who need to retire players wrong.

All teams can retire 5 players EXCEPT      FRR, CIW, NBW. who retire only 4.

Went wrong trying too hard to post the players tonight - but all done by tomorrow morning (Friday) and monies changed over to senior teams.

Thanks Steve for the heads up - I forgot my own log in password so couldn't amend my error till I got it back.

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 10:22:08 PM GMT
Youth auction

That should be FRR not RIS.

Also the RIS/NE trade failed because RIS have retired players down to 18. Might have to add some youth players before doing the transfer. Or do a manual edit 

Definite that unbought players stay with the youth team. One season (only) I used TP on an age 0 and he didn't sell. Spent 250k in effect as I had 70 or 80 that season. But Dave let me keep him.

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 09:24:31 PM GMT
Youth Auction Results

Gents, Go to Journal to see the tables showing the results of the auction.

Apologies fopr the width of the sheet but I couldn't get it any smaller, and I tried. If you see what looks like an anomaly, like the best price NOT getting a lad, check the bottom of the page - probably it is because the team already had won their quota of players so their remaining bids would be null and void.

As of now I will start to transfer the lads across to the senior team and although monies will be given to the selling youth team, I will also swop that cash to the senior team. Don't you worry, this is all my work.. :-(

On the Youth front, EVERY team can now retire 5 youth players EXCEPT for CIW and RIS who failed to find a buyer for their lad. At least for CIW the lad will help the team a lot, just that nobody bid for him....

Any queries let me know, but I have been over this already so think it is correct..

 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 09:11:15 PM GMT
Trade: CDY - DC

CDY sends Justin Fletcher (1/15 FW) to DC for 500k

 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 09:09:13 PM GMT
Trade: GOG - DC

GOG sends Curtis Jones (1/14 DF) to DC for 400k

 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 09:07:48 PM GMT
Trade: REB - HOU

REB sends Cy Borg (1/16 SW) to HOU for 780k

 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 09:06:18 PM GMT
Trade: LAB - CHI

LAB sends Fred Evans (1/15 FW) to CHI for 879k

 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 09:04:15 PM GMT
Trade: CCK - ATL

CCK sends Jimmy Canopy (1/15 DF) to ATL for 804k

 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 08:58:26 PM GMT
Trade: LHT - KC

LHT sends Al Knocker (1/15 DF) to KC for 734k

 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 08:56:41 PM GMT
Trade: SCF - ROC

SCF sends Brian Greene (1/17 DF) to ROC for 1023k

 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 08:54:44 PM GMT
Trade: DAF - CAR

DAF sends Mason Mount (1/16 MF) to CAR for 451k

 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 08:47:21 PM GMT
Trade: TDL - NY

TDL sends Gary McAllister (1/19 MF) to NY for 777k

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 08:46:03 PM GMT
Andy and Robin

Andy, that's the way I saw it and I think that with 22 youths bought only 2 teams will ge retiring 4 lads - the other 22 will retire 5. Watch the space..

Robin, correct - some rules can go to Polls later on - I'm too busy right now but enjoying it and can see the light... ✅✅

 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 08:45:32 PM GMT
Trade: KCA - CHA

KCA sends Clint Barton (1/17 DF) to CHA for 1333k

 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 08:44:06 PM GMT
Trade: WDP - COL

WDP sends Pedro Hernandez (1/18 FW) to COL for 1200k

 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 08:42:24 PM GMT
Trade: RFC - MON

RFC sends Alex Williams (1/19 MF) to MON for 1111k

 
Marc Legowski
Chicago Fire


 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 08:42:06 PM GMT
unsold youth players

Should be left with their club imo. Makes sense rather than the scrapheap.

 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 08:39:42 PM GMT
Trade: USB - MIN

USB sends Sluvraa (1/19 MF) to MIN for 1129k

 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 08:36:14 PM GMT
Trade: GBS - CHA

GBS sends Sammy Watkins (1/19 DF) to CHA for 1444k

 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 08:34:39 PM GMT
Trade: LFC - CHV

LFC sends Simon Colin (1/19 MF) to CHV for 1432k

 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 08:33:16 PM GMT
Trade: NSS - ATL

NSS sends Amobe Wattamali (1/16 SW) to ATL for 904k

 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 08:31:39 PM GMT
Trade: WCP - RSL

WCP sends Christopher Brady (1/17 GK) to RSL for 1702k

 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 08:28:42 PM GMT
Trade: MOL - KC

MOL sends Barry Freeze (1/15 DF) to KC for 734k

 
Robin Dewar
Vancouver Whitecaps


 
Recent Entries
Competitive auction - 11/22
Team Record
284 - 251 - 503 (0.395)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 07:41:08 PM GMT
Re Yth Players

David you have your finger on the pulse and you are now in control .

You have to do what you think is best to get this season moving , we can allways discuss later and formulate Rules for following season .

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 07:39:11 PM GMT
Youth players

I stand corrected. Maybe I thought that because my 4th player has always been sold but you are both right. 
Looking at the squads a fifth player has been retired if the age 1 player hasn't been sold.

 

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
Recent Entries
Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 05:59:22 PM GMT
It’s a shame...

Of course it would have been great to be able to ask Dave, but I am assuming, rightly or wrongly, that I can make decisions in the absence of the definitive answer, and I fancy leaving unsold players with their youth teams. When I get time to update the rules that'll be in it. Must say participation is as good as it e vet has been - I'll do a payout next Monday to cover the last couple of weeks.  🥳🥳

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 05:47:34 PM GMT
Youth Players

I don't think any unsold players are removed from their teams. I don't think that has been done before for any of the players in the auction in seasons in the past. 

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 05:27:30 PM GMT
Are you sure?

Andy, will confess my intention was not to withdraw any unsold player from the youth team. I presumed they would stay in their youth team - sure I had to keep a low EL youth in the past hence I train up all 4 age 0s each season now. But that's me.. 🤔🤔

Of course if the youth lad not auctioned is a poor one he can be one of the lads released. If the player is decent he will help out his wee team. Reckon the senior team has suffered enough as they get no cash for him being unsold.

So as mentioned below I'd appreciate nobody release youths till I announce the auction results. ✅✅

 

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 04:37:32 PM GMT
Youth team retirements

Only 4 youth team players should be retired. Any player not sold tonight should still be removed from their youth team. Therefore only 4 players should be retired.

 

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 02:23:27 PM GMT
TPs

I have just added the shortfall of 30TPs to each youth team.

Still have 3 managers who have not responded to the auction down for tonight at 6pm.. You can point the way, and maybe none wish to take part.

PS James and Phil, I sent on via In Box your youth lads for naming and positioning - you haven't seen the posts yet I know, but next time you are on.. thanks. And Bryce, I only sent your lads yesterday, so time yet..

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 11:45:05 AM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 21st May - correcting payment made to wrong team.:
CLB(165) REB(-165)

 
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Commissioner


 

Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 11:13:47 AM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 21st May....:
ATL(40) CHA(90) REB(165) HOU(55) MIA(50) MON(65) NE(110) NY(70) POR(100) ROC(80) VAN(160)

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 10:36:08 AM GMT
Retirements

Lads, feel free to retire old lads from your senior teams (make sure you have a minimum of 18 players though as per rules). BUT do NOT retire youth lads till after tonight's auction results.

Then I will be able to tell you how many you can retire from your youth teams - it will be either 4 or 5 retirements each -wait till I post the winning players to the senior teams first and then I will get you to retire some players. Thanks.

 
Brian Beerman
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 09:33:52 AM GMT
Retiring

I see some old lads being lead out to the e-pasture. Do we retire from both Sr and Jr leagues, or just one.

Thanks.

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 09:31:32 AM GMT
Youth players and In Box Messages.

First of all my home email address is still knackered so don't send messages to it please.

Can I ask that all players check their In Boxes regularly? When any team sent their auction bids in, I returned a message with their youth lads asking for them to be named and positioned. Many of you have returned them - thanks- but I can see as many as 5 lads have not read my message I sent back.

So far I have got 21 managers auction bids in and 14 completed youth players forms. 

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 09:26:46 AM GMT
TPs

The story with TPs is that senior teams are given 30 at the start of a season and managers can buy up to the top level of 50 - that's the limit for senior teams.

Youth teams are allocated 60TPs at the start of the season and as they can't buy any or trade any that is their total for a season. It is possible for a youth team to go above 60 TPs if they retained any from the previous season - pointless exercise really as you can't sell any or trade them. Might as well use them up..

I will add the extra 30 TPs to bring the allocation to 60.

Thanks Steve - hadn't spotted that each had only got 30. Roy, using Paul's front page link to the wiki explains the Resources bit, again thanks for raising it - it will be done today or tomorrow as I've the auction to complete tonight.

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
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397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 08:33:08 AM GMT
TP max

That should obviously we read triple figures.

 

 

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
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397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 08:32:02 AM GMT
TP max

Off the top of my head I think there's a 99 limit.

Not sure it's in the rules but I don't think the system can go into double figures.

We have had one team do this before which is where I'm remembering this from.

I don't think it's in the rules anywhere

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 07:37:26 AM GMT
NE retirees

6/10 MA Death retires. 6/7 DF Famine retires. 6/7 DF War retires.

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Thursday May 21st, 2020 - 07:35:53 AM GMT
Youth TP

Just noticed these need 30 more added - MANUALLY I assume. Not sure of the rule apart from it's 60 free. Is there a max of 60 or can some be carried over? Some like FRR didn't use all theirs last season.

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
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Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Wednesday May 20th, 2020 - 10:20:10 PM GMT
Columbus Retirees...

Columbus retirees (am I doing this right?)...

May 20 20   CLB   Retirement   6/6 FW Vasily Lomachenko 
 May 20 20   CLB   Retirement   5/5 MF KenBackspace 
 May 20 20   CLB   Retirement   5/7 MF Doug Deeper 
 May 20 20   CLB   Retirement   6/4 DF Benji Flo 
 May 20 20   CLB   Retirement   6/7 DF Los Angelos 
 May 20 20   CLB   Retirement   6/4 SW Hugo First 

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
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Wednesday May 20th, 2020 - 07:19:32 PM GMT
Youth upload

I can try...

 
David Campbell
Charleston Battery


 
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Team Record
326 - 233 - 487 (0.423)
Wednesday May 20th, 2020 - 02:55:48 PM GMT
Youths

Hey Brian, there is a data entry piece needed to add new players - its a big job for Dave,so he enlists some help.  

 

Dave - cant see my youth team reply beingsent to you, must not have hit the right button, sorry. Ill do it again late today!

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Wednesday May 20th, 2020 - 02:46:10 PM GMT
It okay Brian..👍

Brian, the youth players you have named and positioned all have to be individually placed into your youth team squad.

It would take me ages to put them into the 24 teams so I asked for help. 3 lads have offered help and I was looking for a 4th to spread the load.

I am looking for an established lad to help (or I'll do 6 of them myself). But thanks for the interest though.. 👍

 
Brian Beerman
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Wednesday May 20th, 2020 - 01:33:46 PM GMT
Update Youth

What does David mean about updating youth players to the Jr team?

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Wednesday May 20th, 2020 - 10:33:09 AM GMT
Youth Auction

Great response lads - only DAL (Aires), POR (Derek), and SEA (Graham) to put bids (or not) in now. And 14 of you have returned your youth lads named and positioned - way better than I expected, so thanks.. 7 more have their youth lads to name and position so when you are ready...

So far I have David C, Steve T and Roy R happy to update the new lads to their youth teams - that would be 3 x 8 teams each. Is there another lad willing to offer so it becomes 4 x 6 teams and we will move even more quickly...

Again, if in any doubt about anything please ask first - myself or any of the established lads will be only too happy to help. PS I am still only contactible via the inbox or Blog - my home email is still "compromised" till BT gets back to me. 

 
Brian Beerman
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Tuesday May 19th, 2020 - 12:49:51 PM GMT
Seasoning

Thank you for the confirmation, Steve. It would have been catastrophic had I made a mistake. 

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Tuesday May 19th, 2020 - 11:11:02 AM GMT
Youth Auction 2 day Notice

Gents,

Thanks for the good response to the auction dates, now I feel I have to ask ATL, DAL, KC, NE, POR, and SEA to send in their bids soonest or if not bidding let me know so I can move on to send out the new youth players for naming and positioning. Response so far is great and some (9 so far) have even sent back their youth players completed. 

 

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
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Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Tuesday May 19th, 2020 - 07:58:04 AM GMT
OASL differences

There are some OASL differences to the other SOS leagues that may affect your season resources planning.

There are no age 0-1 players in the Auctions.

There's no TP in the Auctions.

There are two lots of OTF bundles in the Auctions.

There are 6 Auctions.

 

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Tuesday May 19th, 2020 - 07:41:05 AM GMT
Age 1

TP

 
Brian Beerman
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Tuesday May 19th, 2020 - 04:16:13 AM GMT
Apprentice Question

Do age 1's inrease SL with TP or CP?

Thanks.

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
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Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Monday May 18th, 2020 - 06:49:25 PM GMT
Sealed Youth Bids to your Inbox David

Sent to your OASL inbox as requested David. 

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Monday May 18th, 2020 - 11:48:49 AM GMT
BIG BAD NEWS

Lads, please keep to what you are doing and moving on the Youth auction - onluy 9 of you to put bids in - and the youth players names and positions, and keep all messages for a few days to the IN BOX.

I have had a security lockdown on my email site - 40 munites on the phone today has not resolved it, so they are posting me a password to get set back up. So please dont use my home email address for now. Thanks..

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Monday May 18th, 2020 - 11:46:01 AM GMT
Like I wasn't Busy enough.. :-)

Bill, on the trophy front, in my defence I just took Dave's last sheet which was visible all last season, and added the following:

3 to you - 1st and 2nd Division titles (you ran DAL the whole season so must be counted) and the AS Plate.

2 to Alon - winning AL Sellers TCup and the ST Trophy

That was all I did - thinking the Youth 1st Division should be added but not sure if it was in the past.

But there was a shared 1st division in the past - season 6 - although not sure if it was between 2 or 3 people - in the meantime I have taken off the share on yours, Bill. 

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Monday May 18th, 2020 - 07:35:09 AM GMT
Trophies

I'm wondering if some confusion is due to all the team name changes.

There's also the Plates which might not show.

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
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Sunday May 17th, 2020 - 09:35:18 PM GMT
Trophies won...

Am I having a dicky moment? I've counted James White's too and only get 7. Help! There must be a stato desperate to regulate this! Peace. 

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
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Sunday May 17th, 2020 - 09:32:31 PM GMT
Trophies won

On the front page I am attributed with 20 wins. I have only won 18 to my knowledge, none shared. Cheers. 

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Sunday May 17th, 2020 - 11:48:44 AM GMT
Sunday Update..

First of all, thanks Roy for the heads up on the pre season purchases.

Can I ask if any new lads to the game have queries at all, direct them to myself, or Steve or Bill or Roy ( to name but 3 although I could name far more who would be happy to help).

i am award the wiki is not up to date but that is on my "to do" list once my workload gets smaller 🤓🤓

To date I have received 10 Auction bids and all these managers have received their 8 New youth players for naming and positions. Thanks to the 3 so far who have sent them back completed - we are moving well..

Can the remaining 14 managers arrange to send in their auction bids OR if not bidding let me know and I'll forward your youth players on?  Thanks. 

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
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397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Sunday May 17th, 2020 - 12:43:59 AM GMT
Pre-Season Planning

Here are the OASL resouce rules. They may help you plan your Action Bid

RESOURCES

  • CP & TP Purchases: Pre Season Only

  • Coaches may Purchase up to 50CP at

    • 50k each for First 30

    • 75k each for Next 20

    • provided limits are not exceeded

  • TP : 30 TP (60 TO to Youth Teams)awarded (Free) to each Team Pre-season

    • A Further 20 TP(up to the team maximum of 50)may be purchased at a cost of 100k each

  • Resource Limits set at

    • 5000k

    • 50CP

    • 50TP (NA TO YOUTH TEAMS)

    • Per Team

    • Any limits exceeded will result in loss of excess

 
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Saturday May 16th, 2020 - 08:32:41 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 16th May - player retirements pre-aging:
ATL(120) CAR(80) CHA(60) CHI(115) CHV(75) COL(80) DC(90) DAL(65) HOU(105) KC(160) MIN(110) PHI(80) POR(65) RSL(80) SEA(55) VAN(80)

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Saturday May 16th, 2020 - 05:32:02 PM GMT
Front page Brian

Brian, go into front page and tick on Paul's link to the Wiki (left hand side near the top).

That should do it.. ✅✅

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Saturday May 16th, 2020 - 05:04:53 PM GMT
Rules

Best place for general rules is probably the one on SESL. Link is in orange just below the team logos. It does have a section for SESL but I don't think for OASL. There is a link for rules on this site which looks awful on my phone with pages overlapping each other.

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Saturday May 16th, 2020 - 04:20:24 PM GMT
Rules

Best place for general rules is probably the one on SESL. Link is in orange just below the team logos. It does have a section for SESL but I don't think for OASL. There is a link for rules on this site which looks awful on my phone with pages overlapping each other.

 
Brian Beerman
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Saturday May 16th, 2020 - 04:04:44 PM GMT
Unable to Access Rules Wiki

Hello Gents,

I am unable to open the Rules Wiki. I'm on iOs (10.15.4) and have tried Safarii and Chrome, but I can't access the address: http://www.sos-soccer-manager.co.uk/wiki/index.php/Main_Page#Rules.

Any suggestions?

Thanks,

Brian

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Saturday May 16th, 2020 - 10:32:50 AM GMT
More Update!!

Youth Auction is on, lads, till next Thursday 21st May @ 6pm. After that you can't enter the auction.

Please note that you need to have spaces on your roster for any player you win, so if you have 25 players now, you will need to consider retiring 1 or 2 (should you wish to get 2 in the auction). It is okay to win someone and I will check back before passing him over to you IF you have too many players, so don't worry about not going into the auction.

NOW, when I receive your auction bids in my In Box, I will then send you your 8 youth players for you to pick names and positions for them. (GK, SW, DF, MF, FW - don't try for a MPP as I will convert him to a pos of my choosing - need to get some fun here!!) - basically your last big job before pre season.

My hope is to start (as usual with 3 Cup section games) on Wednesday 10th June - we have the managers, the will, so why not go when we can, BUT I need to to complete the auction and the youth players by the deadlines I give, please!! 

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Friday May 15th, 2020 - 06:51:55 PM GMT
Aging even faster

Gents, no point in waiting any longer as teams histories are all updated, so this evening aging and re-setting will be done. If any further teams have players to retire DO IT RIGHT NOW, although of course you can do retirements afterwards.  👍

Payments for retirements already made will be made tomorrow morning. 💶 💰

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
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Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Friday May 15th, 2020 - 05:59:54 PM GMT
Nice Work David

Nice work Mr Blair in turning around the end of the season quickly. 

 
David Blair
Boss Blair 2020


 
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Friday May 15th, 2020 - 03:58:02 PM GMT
Mark

Thanks for taking off my last Blog (for security reasons..- don't ask).

seems you can now either send to home email address or to my in box. The latter works as Stephen has used it already - send to Boss Blair 2020 - I like it !!

Got 2 bids so far - the quicker the other 22 come in we can move on possibly even by Thursday.. 👍👍

 
Mark Creasey
Montreal Impact


 
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Friday May 15th, 2020 - 03:33:57 PM GMT
Youth Auction where to send bids

In box via this site direct to David Blair commish name

His account is about half way down the page when you create a new inbox message


Bid by THURSDSAY 21st MAY - 6pm GMT (that's the time on David's watch in Scotland..) 

 

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
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468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Friday May 15th, 2020 - 10:45:19 AM GMT
Youth Auction

Dave, can't see an email add for you to send back to?

 
David Blair
COMMISH


 

Friday May 15th, 2020 - 10:28:28 AM GMT
YOUTH AUCTION

Gents,  This is the good one - only take a few minutes of your time.

Below are the players in the youth auction for this season - 22 cracking lads all wanting a crack at the big time. All monies taken go to the Senior team of the club selling him - my job!! 

You now have in your In Box the rules and a "for example" box for returning to me, by THURSDSAY 21st MAY - 6pm GMT (that's the time on my watch in Scotland..)  PLEASE go over and study it, any queries just ask. Any players not getting bid on will stay at their youth teams, and remember one thing:

YOU CAN'T BID FOR YOUR OWN LAD.

Thanks and good luck...

LOT YOUTH       Players for Auction  
ORDER TEAM          
1 MOL MON DF Barry Freeze 0/15
2 WCP CHI GK Chris Brady 0/17
3 NSS SEA SW Amobe  Wattamali 0/16
4 LFC VAN MF Simon Colin 0/19
5 GBS ROC DF Sammy Watkins 0/19
6 MTS POR FW Scott Milss 0/18
7 UTS RSL MF   Sluvraa 0/19
8 RFC MIA MF Alex  Williams 0/19
9 WDP DC FW Pedro Hernandez 0/18
10 CIW COL WG Sandri Lovric 0/16
11 KCA KC DF Clint Barton 0/17
12 TDL DAL MF Gary McAllister 0/19
13 FRR NE MF Freddy Fox 0/3
14 DAF SJ MF Mason Mount 0/16
15 SCF ATL DF Brian Greene 0/17
16 LHT HOU DF Al Knocker 0/15
17 RIS PHI MF Ilsinio    0/3
18 DIS CHA MF Graham Lee 0/15
19 CCK CHV DF Jimmy  Canopy 0/15
20 LAB LAG FW Freddy Evans 0/15
21 REB CLB SW Cy Borg 0/16
22 GOG MIN DF Curtis Jones 0/14
23 CDY CAR FW Justin Fletcher 0/15
24 NBW NY DF Andy  Ruiz Jnr 0/14

 
David Blair
COMMISH


 

Friday May 15th, 2020 - 10:21:30 AM GMT
History

History has been added to the site, and so we are GO for Aging on Sunday. And that is thanks to Mark - wish I was as talented as him... :-)  But OI will learn and hopefully next season I will be able to do all the things I am asking assistance for.

PS Cheers, Bill, support is always great to get - brown envelope is in the post!! :-)

 
David Blair
COMMISH


 

Friday May 15th, 2020 - 10:19:16 AM GMT
Photos

I would ask if Robin, Al, Mark, Graham, and Aires could send in a small photo (via email to my address davidblair@btinternet.com) so we can get the faces to match the rivalries that will surface.... :-)

PS To save me time is there someone who can copy them over - I have too much to do at the moment, but I promise I will find out how it is done and take it over some time in the future. I have used Mark for assistance recently but he has his own set up to run, so I can't keep asking for help (he hopefully will be covering Brian's photo..)  Got a big enough problem getting my face in for Dave - I am better looking, and don't have a beard, but seems I might have a problem there.. :-(

 

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
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Friday May 15th, 2020 - 12:25:35 AM GMT
David

Doing a great job here! Thank you.

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
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Friday May 15th, 2020 - 12:00:57 AM GMT
David

Doing a great job here! Thank you.

 
Dave Dowson
COMMISH


 

Thursday May 14th, 2020 - 07:36:08 PM GMT
New arrival

Gents, please also welcome Brian Beerman, well known to many of you and gagging to be a part of this new setup.Where is Brian playing I hear you ask?

Actually I am giving up Los Angeles Galaxy (and the LA Blues) so Brian gets in to enjoy the party. Good luck Brian.. 👍👍

Tomorrow morning I'll post the youth auction details - I'll give till midweek next week and process the bids. 

WATCH THIS SPACE TOMORROW PLEASE. 😳😳

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Thursday May 14th, 2020 - 02:39:02 PM GMT
Next Up - Youth Auction.

Gents, I have transferred over the 3 highest aged 0 youth players and half the youth money to your senior teams - check for any discrepancies. I am not immune to making the odd error. I have also updated 1 of the 3 as your next MPP.

Now, aging will be put in this Sunday 17th May - and we can then go for the Youth auction. This should be done before aging, but the lads(s) you earn will be aged 1 when the season starts - trust me...  Oh goodness - more work..

I will Blog later the players up and all managers will get an IN -BOX message with a template for bidding and the rules. But the players will be on a Blog - so remember to print the list or at least refer to that Blog when bidding., AND the closing date I put in. We are on a roll now.... :-)

ALWAYS remember to check the Blogs AND any messages appearing in your In Box, please.

 

 
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Thursday May 14th, 2020 - 01:08:50 PM GMT
Trade: NBW - NY

NBW sends 1088k, Joshua Buatsi (0/15 GK), Errol Spence Jnr (0/16 MF), Marius Briedis (0/15 MF) to NY for

 
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Thursday May 14th, 2020 - 01:05:16 PM GMT
Trade: CDY - CAR

CDY sends 1024k, Greg Turner (0/17 DF), Harry Sargent (0/16 MF), Herb Yirdaw (0/15 MF) to CAR for

 
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Thursday May 14th, 2020 - 01:02:35 PM GMT
Trade: GOG - MIN

GOG sends 1094k, Taa (0/15 DF), K Hoever (0/14 MF), Sadie Mano (0/16 FW) to MIN for

 
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Commissioner


 

Thursday May 14th, 2020 - 01:00:42 PM GMT
Trade: REB - CLB

REB sends 734k, Clive Gee (0/18 DF), Frank Lee (0/16 MF), Shay Red (0/18 FW) to CLB for

 
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Commissioner


 

Thursday May 14th, 2020 - 12:56:57 PM GMT
Trade: LAB - LA

LAB sends 1212k, Jon Gough (0/16 DF), Rob Jordan (0/16 DF), Dave Gellis (0/15 FW) to LA for

 
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Commissioner


 

Thursday May 14th, 2020 - 12:52:40 PM GMT
Trade: CCK - CHV

CCK sends 1017k, Wilbur Oak (0/17 DF), James Chestnut (0/17 DF), Jesus Branch (0/16 DF) to CHV for

 
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Thursday May 14th, 2020 - 12:50:30 PM GMT
Trade: DIS - CHA

DIS sends 1024k, Richard Kingscote (0/16 MF), David Probert (0/19 FW), Luke Morris (0/18 FW) to CHA for

 
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Thursday May 14th, 2020 - 12:47:56 PM GMT
Trade: RIS - PHI

RIS sends 1071k, Anderson (0/18 DF), R J Allen (0/17 DF), Aaron Wheeler (0/16 FW) to PHI for

 
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Thursday May 14th, 2020 - 12:43:52 PM GMT
Trade: LHT - HOU

LHT sends 944k, Mike Marshall (0/15 DF), Will Coker (0/15 MF), Barrie Snow (0/16 WG) to HOU for

 
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Thursday May 14th, 2020 - 12:39:59 PM GMT
Trade: SCF - ATL

SCF sends 1099k, George Gamow (0/19 GK), Al Biruni (0/17 MF), Roger Pearose (0/19 FW) to ATL for

 
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Thursday May 14th, 2020 - 10:05:35 AM GMT
Trade: DAF - SJ

DAF sends 1223k, Fikayo Tomori (0/16 DF), Christian Pullisic (0/17 WG), Tammy Abraham (0/18 FW) to SJ for

 
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Thursday May 14th, 2020 - 09:39:55 AM GMT
Trade: FRR - NE

FRR sends 1408k, Danny Dog (0/16 SW), George Pig (0/17 MF), Eddie Elephant (0/16 FW) to NE for

 
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Thursday May 14th, 2020 - 09:31:47 AM GMT
Trade: TDL - DAL

TDL sends 815k, Colin Cameron (0/21 MF), Stuart McCall (0/20 MF), John Collins (0/21 MF) to DAL for

 
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Thursday May 14th, 2020 - 09:28:22 AM GMT
Trade: KCA - KC

KCA sends 1145k, Steve Rogers (0/20 GK), Dick Grayson (0/18 WG), Charles Xavier (0/19 FW) to KC for

 
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Thursday May 14th, 2020 - 09:26:00 AM GMT
Trade: CIW - COL

CIW sends 1353k, Christopher Giuliani (0/19 GK), Maximilian Wober (0/16 DF), Nicholas Meisler (0/18 FW) to COL for

 
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Thursday May 14th, 2020 - 09:23:24 AM GMT
Trade: WDP - DC

WDP sends 925k, Gavin Wilson (0/20 DF), Carl James (0/18 DF), Harvey Barnes (0/19 MF) to DC for

 
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Thursday May 14th, 2020 - 09:20:54 AM GMT
Trade: RFC - MIA

RFC sends 635k, Harvey Spector (0/20 DF), Louis Litt (0/20 DF), Cliff Barnes (0/19 MF) to MIA for

 
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Thursday May 14th, 2020 - 09:17:59 AM GMT
Trade: USB - RSL

USB sends 1173k, Bawrei (0/20 SW), Hermaan (0/21 WG), Kyoun (0/19 FW) to RSL for

 
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Thursday May 14th, 2020 - 09:13:06 AM GMT
Trade: MTS - POR

MTS sends 1278k, Alan Freeman (0/19 DF), Steve Wright (0/18 DF), John Peel (0/19 MF) to POR for

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
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Thursday May 14th, 2020 - 12:31:55 AM GMT
Weclome...watch Still Game!

Welcome lads. We have some top and prestigious coaching here. I genuinely think my rock n roll years are over in OASL.  Al, Aires, Mark and Robin...what a wealth of talent, welcome. Alon has been a breath of fresh air and set a benchmark for us to follow. These guys will raise the bar for us all...roll on the competition! 

 
Allan Sellers
Columbus Crew


 
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Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Wednesday May 13th, 2020 - 10:35:22 PM GMT
New Columbus Manager

Thanks for the welcome David.   I'm not sure I remember all the cheat codes I put into the game a couple of decades ago but hopefully I can find them.  :-)

Al

 
Graham Wilkes
Seattle Sounders


 
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Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Wednesday May 13th, 2020 - 10:03:42 PM GMT
Seattle Retirements

The following players have left for Retirement :

Matt Briggs  FW 6 5 10 0
Ed Lee  MF 6 3 10
Amir Khan  DF 6 3 10 0

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday May 13th, 2020 - 09:27:58 PM GMT
Youth players

Have started to transfer them over. 5 done so far - rest on Thursday morning - they will age with their senior team on Sunday - planned day for aging. Any queries (keep them to yourselves - no seriously let me know..

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday May 13th, 2020 - 08:48:48 PM GMT
Manager of the Season Poll

And I was nowhere..... :-(

Poll Results: Vote for your choice

VOTING SUMMARY

CHOICE TOTAL VOTES
Bill Ramsay - Winner Div 1, Winner & Al Sellers Plate 9
Alon Atie - Winner ST Trophy & Al Sellers Cup - 3rd Div 1 4
Other vote - please give reason 2
Jason Dowson - 2nd Div 1 - with 8th best T11 1

Well done that man - but that was last season.. Can you do it this coming one?  :-)

 
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Wednesday May 13th, 2020 - 08:18:38 PM GMT
Trade: GBS - ROC

GBS sends 750k, Chris Jones (0/20 DF), Reggie Ragland (0/20 MF), Matt Moore (0/20 MF) to ROC for

 
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Wednesday May 13th, 2020 - 08:14:14 PM GMT
Trade: LFC - VAN

LFC sends 1288k, Ali Anan (0/19 DF), Theo Bair (0/19 FW), Maxime Crepeau (0/20 GK) to VAN for

 
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Wednesday May 13th, 2020 - 08:08:35 PM GMT
Trade: NSS - SEA

NSS sends 974k, Herbie Hide (0/19 GK), Sam Witherspoon (0/18 WG), Nial Hendryx (0/17 FW) to SEA for

 
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Wednesday May 13th, 2020 - 08:03:07 PM GMT
Trade: WCP - CHI

WCP sends 670k, Kyle Bebej (0/19 DF), Javier Casals Jnr (0/19 MF), Alex Monis (0/18 MF) to CHI for

 
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Wednesday May 13th, 2020 - 07:57:20 PM GMT
Trade: MOL - MON

MOL sends 926k, Barry Watch (0/19 DF), Kevin Pedelo (0/17 DF), Ben Circus (0/16 MF) to MON for

 
Stephen Williams
Houston Dynamo


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
468 - 203 - 426 (0.519)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Wednesday May 13th, 2020 - 06:26:07 PM GMT
Welcome New(/old)bies

Good to have the full compliment competing, more chance Bill won't win it again this year! 

Welcome on board everyone. 

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Wednesday May 13th, 2020 - 02:15:57 PM GMT
CHV Retirements

Hi, 

Retired from CHV:

5/9 DF - Ivor Holly

5/7 DF - Stringov Tinsel

Thanks

Paul (CHV)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday May 13th, 2020 - 11:19:46 AM GMT
BIG DAY (for me at least)

Gents, we will be running a full 24 coach league next season, thanks to some sterling work behind the scenes, mainly from Bill with his contacts.

I would like to welcome Allan Sellers, coming in to take Dave Dowson's teams at Columbus Crew/Columbus Rebels. Aires Martin is taking over FC Dallas/New Bedford Whalers, Robin Dewar will look after Vancouver Whitecaps/Langley F.C. and Mark Creasey has offered to look after Montreal Impacts/Montreal Olympique.

Derek will move from Montreal Impacts to Portland Timbers/Mount Tabor S.C.

Welcome all, and I hope you enjoy your stay - I have emailed you all with passwords etc.

One final thank you goes to the lads who care took (a word?) a team last season and kept them all ticking over - thanks and you can step down from these positions as of now. You kept the ship afloat last season for sure...

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
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Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Tuesday May 12th, 2020 - 11:30:24 PM GMT
Rapid Retirement

May 11, 2020

  • 5/10 DF Wesley Tappert retires.
  • 5/8 DF Manuel Ortlechner retires.

 
Bill Ramsay Jnr
New Bedford Whalers


 
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Tuesday May 12th, 2020 - 08:56:07 PM GMT
DAL retirees

Chris Jones 4/6

Verka Seduchka 4/6

AJ 5/6

SL first, age is greater number. 

 

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday May 12th, 2020 - 08:32:54 PM GMT
Retirements

Thanks to CHI, KC and PHI for Blogging their retirements. I have them already as I printed the sheet from 29/4 till now. Also thanks to the clubs who have got their players down to 22 or less to allow the transfers of the 3 youths to their listing. (Only DAL and POR to retire 1 (or 2).

The youth auction will be coming up soonest and there are MANY good youths needing new homes. So maybe even getting to 20 or 21 to allow for a youth bargain? There are 22 players with skill levels between 14 and 19 to go for - only 2 in single figures...... :-)

I plan to transfer your age 3 youths starting tomorrow, and half of your youth cash, so muchos denarii will be available for the youth purchase(s).

Aging will be done on Sunday - youth auction afterwards - got to keep moving.......

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
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Austom signing - 11/19
Tuesday May 12th, 2020 - 06:39:29 PM GMT
Philly retirees

DF Fabihno 5/8

DF Pac Man   6/9

 
James White
Kansas City Wizards


 
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Team Record
568 - 221 - 389 (0.576)

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Tuesday May 12th, 2020 - 04:38:46 PM GMT
KC scrapheap

May 8, 2020

  • 6/4 FW Aly Hassan retires.
  • 5/12 FW Lag Bluebell retires.
  • 5/12 WG Juan Fangio retires.
  • 5/6 DF Gareth Keenan retires.
  • 5/6 SW Alberto Ascari retires.

 

 

 

 
Marc Legowski
Chicago Fire


 
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Tuesday May 12th, 2020 - 11:57:43 AM GMT
retirements CHI

April 29, 2020
  • 5/9 MA Kalle Kossila retires.
  • 6/11 MA Terry Flanagan retires.
  • 5/7 DF Rex Peters retires.

  

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Tuesday May 12th, 2020 - 09:34:42 AM GMT
Retirements

Thanks to ATL and RSL - but I have just seen the list of players who have been released since 29th April. Gents, feel free to release players BUT to get payment, you need to Blog it or in Box me, like ATL and RSL. I have printed off the page and will see teams from 29/4 till now get payment but will wait to see if there are any more - more likely after PSA (which will be coming up soooooon!) 

 
Matt White
D.C. United


 
Recent Entries
Paul - 11/18
Close matches in the Cup - 11/11
Team Record
352 - 237 - 498 (0.433)
Tuesday May 12th, 2020 - 09:32:53 AM GMT
D.C. Retirements

Jerry Lee.          6/4 FW

Steve Birnbaum 6/2 DF

Mike Hawthorn    5/6 MF

 
Bryce Kalmbach
Atlanta Silverbacks


 
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Team Record
416 - 268 - 399 (0.508)
Tuesday May 12th, 2020 - 01:15:11 AM GMT
ATL Retirements

 

 

 

 

5/12 DF This Gabriel

5/12 MA The Steve

5/12 FW The Aguero

 
Tim Batth
Real Salt Lake


 
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Monday May 11th, 2020 - 11:29:43 PM GMT
RSL Retirements

Retired 3 oldies:

6/6 MF Gina G

6/4 DF Jamala

5/12 WG El Duque

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Monday May 11th, 2020 - 09:01:23 PM GMT
Senior team retirements

All coaches feel free to retire old timers and low SL lads from Now and earn some cash - after PSA their SLs go down = less money. Also frees up spaces for your youth players plus any Youth Auction wins - and there are many good SL youth players on the list to bid on.

Would caretaking managers remember to do their 2nd team as well. If a problem let me know, I'll cover any.

Release the players but let me know via Blog and I'll take care of it...

Lets say next Sunday 17th for a deadline - PSA WILL BE DONE MONDAY 18th May

BUT DO NOT TOUCH ANY OF YOUR YOUTH PLAYERS PLEASE!!

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Monday May 11th, 2020 - 10:46:13 AM GMT
Things

Gents, I have now paid out monies earned for the 2nd part of the Poll Predictions, League and Cup winnings and reviewer and ass commissioner earnings.

Some time today I will be adding the OTF and SL earnings so we can move on.

Some lads have not come back with the returns I asked for - so I am doing them for you now - please don't complain if I get it wrong, I gave 3 notifications - I have studied both youth and senior squads and made decisions I think are fair and I'd do if that team was mine....

Teams that have 24 and 23 players ( RSL, ATL, DC, DAL, POR, CHA and HOU) please look to retire players to get you down to 22 (makes it easier to bring across your 3 youth lads. If it can't be done then we'll wait for PSA so it can happen, but I know only 1 team in that category so far).

Keep it moving and we can smoothly move on to a (hopefully) successfull season 25.    Thanks.

 
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Monday May 11th, 2020 - 10:32:09 AM GMT
Awards

The following teams receive Awards through 11th May as per trophy earnings, match reviews and ass commish payments.:
CHI(200) CHV(75) CIW(200) COL(100) LA(400) MIA(300) MIN(850) NBW(100) NE(100) NY(400) PHI(500) ROC(200) SJ(100) VAN(150)

 
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Monday May 11th, 2020 - 10:27:04 AM GMT
Awards

The following teams receive Awards through 11th May as per league placings.....:
ATL(200) CDY(200) CAR(450) CCK(200) CHA(240) CHI(200) CHV(260) CIW(200) COL(280) CLB(300) REB(200) DC(260) DIS(300) DAF(230) FRR(350) DAL(650) GBS(220) GOG(200) HOU(210) KC(350) KCA(210) LFC(200) LHT(200) LAB(250) LA(280) MIA(250) MIN(350) MON(200) MOL(200) MTS(220) NBW(200) NE(200) NY(850) NSS(200) PHI(220) POR(230) RSL(240) RFC(200) ROC(220) RIS(250) SJ(200) SCF(230) SEA(200) TDL(300) USB(210) VAN(210) WDP(200) WCP(200)

 
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Sunday May 10th, 2020 - 03:37:32 PM GMT
Prediction League

The following teams receive Prediction League through 10th May - 2nd part of Poll Match Predictions.:
ATL(170) CAR(160) CHA(60) CHV(120) COL(120) CLB(90) DC(60) DAL(50) KC(130) LA(160) MIA(100) MIN(120) NE(110) NY(100) PHI(150) POR(60) RSL(120) ROC(170) SJ(160) SEA(60) VAN(110)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday May 10th, 2020 - 10:44:07 AM GMT
Last Matches Today

Good luck to all clubs today - thanks to all 6 coaches concerned - all team lines are in.

NOW all coaches read the Blogs below and action where needed (or requested) please!! It helps me going forward - and I will be actioning stuff tomorrow if I don't get the info by then. Forward and upwards....

PS Any lad looking to switch clubs? Not a lot of openings but willing to listen and if possible I will accommodate - couple of decent teams empty or going empty after caretakers relinquish control of them this evening. And if a caretaker prefers to swop to their 2nd team that is fine too - get in touch with me directly but do it soonest.. Thanks!!

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Saturday May 9th, 2020 - 08:50:49 PM GMT
UPDATE - PLEASE READ

I promised an update on the youth situation on Saturday and here it is.

Can CHV, POR, HOU, ROC, (and ATL and COL after tomorrow's game) let me know the MPP they want downgraded from their senior team and to which position.

Can SJ, (and ATL and COL after tomorrow's game) let me know which of their 2 lowest Age 0 players they want to go to auction.

Can MON, SEA, POR, DAL, CHV (and ATL and COL after tomorrow's game) let me know which player and position as an MPP they wish their youth player upgraded to.

This is all small beer for individual clubs, but a lot of work for me, so please try to accommodate me by SUNDAY (tomorrow) evening - come Monday I will be tearing into this and will complete the exercise. Sorry about this but I have to keep things moving - it's a busy time.....

I am looking to do all payments tomorrow or Tuesday and have the youth auction out to all clubs by Tuesday evening/Wednesday morning latest. It is nearly finalised right now - I need the above to complete it..

One last thing, can people check their In Box as I have 3 messages that recipients have not yet read, and I would appreciate responses. Thanks to all in advance.. :-)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Friday May 8th, 2020 - 10:54:47 AM GMT
Manager of the Season - Poll

Gents, I have put up the Poll. Forgive me if I have missed somebody who obviously should be up there - this job is giving me grey hair - no wait, I already have grey hair. Sleepless nights, that's it, worrying I will get something wrong or miss something out.. (which I will..!!)

NOW, please make your vote as I need the final figures by say next Wednesday 13th May so I can reward the lad. Thanks in advance.. :-)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Thursday May 7th, 2020 - 04:55:00 PM GMT
Excellent Roy

The one thing I am up to date with at the moment is where some teams have already told me which lads they want downgraded. I have actioned them (PHI, RSL, CAR, SJ, LA, CHA) - but have no problems you doing them if they come through on a Blog. By checking the Stats page it is easy to see which ones are needing to de-MPP a player.. Cheers.... 

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Thursday May 7th, 2020 - 04:11:43 PM GMT
MPPs

I'll downgrade my MPPs after the playoff on Sunday.

If anyone not in a playoff wants any players downgrading you can post the names in the blog and I'll do them.

It may save David a bit of time

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Thursday May 7th, 2020 - 11:03:01 AM GMT
MPPs and Youth Returns

KC, CHV, HOU, COL, POR, ATL, ROC, 

Gents, all the above teams have 5 MPPs so when you send in your Youth return (by Sunday evening), can you remember to include the lad in your senior team you want downgraded and to which position, please?

In addition could MON, SEA, DAL, although having less than 5 MPPs, remember their youth turns by Sunday as well, please?

All monies, OTFs, SLs earned will be paid out on Monday/Tuesday and the Youth Auction will be finalised for sending out to you around Tuesday/Wednesday max next week. 

PS Keep checking your in boxes - busy time right now (it is for me at least..!!) so getting answers quickly allows me to keep moving at a pace.  Thanks again.. :-) 

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Thursday May 7th, 2020 - 10:52:43 AM GMT
Roy

I was sure you had - welcome on board. That makes 3 lads - 8 teams each. Sounds good to me, thanks!! 

Won't be long now - getting things organised for the Youth Auction, once I get all returns in, by Sunday coming. 

 
Roy Rolsten Jnr
Colorado Ice White


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
231 - 94 - 176 (0.555)
Wednesday May 6th, 2020 - 11:18:05 PM GMT
Data Entry Assistant

I've helped Dave with these in past seasons

Happy to do whatever is needed to help out

 
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Wednesday May 6th, 2020 - 08:01:11 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 47:
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #9: 25k (WWd)
New York Red Bulls - MVP #12: 25k (wWw)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday May 6th, 2020 - 01:52:45 PM GMT
Data Input

Steve, David - you are both hired.

If anybody else wants in I would share the 24 teams around. - but you 2 are on the payroll so far... :-)

 
David Campbell Jnr
Daniel Island S.A.


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
220 - 135 - 140 (0.581)
Wednesday May 6th, 2020 - 12:16:31 PM GMT
Data input

Happy to help with whatever needed. Cheers. 

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday May 6th, 2020 - 12:03:15 PM GMT
I can help

At the minute I'm not at work so have some time to add players.

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday May 6th, 2020 - 11:00:08 AM GMT
Youth Teams

Gents, PLEASE do NOT consider getting rid of any of your dud youth team players at this point - the time for that is after the Youth auction and I will Blog that message then.  Thanks for your help here.. :-)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday May 6th, 2020 - 10:56:25 AM GMT
Youth Player Promotions

Gents, after a mad splurge Sunday and Monday from a few teams, it has gone pretty cool since.

By next Sunday I need to know (and I'd appreciate the messages here or in the in box the following:

If your senior team has 5 MPPs, then I need a players name and his new position eg LA   Smith MA to FW

Also IF you have 4 age 0 players and the lowest 2 are the same SLs (and there are quite a few teams like that) I need to know which of the 3 you want to keep or otherwise which one is going to auction - one of them will be.

Finally, I need you to pick one of your top 3 age 0 players to be promoted to an MPP - and which position. I am having a lot of extra work sorting out some of the above. 

12 teams have not replied so far, and 4 teams have queries to sort out and reply back to me.

I will remind everybody again around Saturday, but any not completed by Sunday night then I will do it for you - I'd be very level headed about it, but better you do it. I will quote teams missing on Saturday in case one or two think they have already done it.

Could some of the lads who helped before to put youth players into their teams let me know - I could do with some assistance here please - there will be compensation. We are not there just yet, but I plan to move pretty fast though so want to have things in place...

NOW, can everybody please read the next BLOG.

 

 

 

 

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday May 6th, 2020 - 10:43:49 AM GMT
Cup Fever Tonight!!

3 Cup Finals tonight and 2 x 3rd/4th place playoff matches = 10 teams taking the park.

Only 2 teams still to put in a team line, but I am sure that will be rectified before 9pm tonight - good luck to all - I can say that as my lot aren't involved.. A review will be on the front page tomorrow morning.... :-)

 
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Monday May 4th, 2020 - 10:15:33 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 4th May....:
CHA(25) CHI(20) LA(50) NE(50) PHI(45)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday May 3rd, 2020 - 07:12:34 PM GMT
Updating...

Gents, thanks in advance to the 3 managers who already gave picked their MPP position - personally I am not fussed which of your lads gets to be an MPP so I'll listen to your requests - but would name name as well as position in that case.

So if you get your request in soonest - thanks..

Also I will be casting the 3 playoff matches tonight or tomorrow morning to be played next Sunday.. (10th Place 1st division v 3rd Place 2nd division plus in the youth setup 9th Place 3rd division v 4th Place 4th division and 10th Place 3rd division v 3rd Place division 4.)

 

 

 
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Sunday May 3rd, 2020 - 02:01:12 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 46:
Miami FC - MVP #3: 1 TP (WwW)
Langley F.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)
Savannah Celtic FC - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (DwW)
KC Athletics - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)
Texas Dutch Lions - MVP #4: 1 CP (WwD)

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Sunday May 3rd, 2020 - 01:58:32 PM GMT
MPP

14 teams have 5 MPP. Can these managers please also select which player is to be changed otherwise the youth-senior transfers will not go through.

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday May 3rd, 2020 - 10:57:32 AM GMT
Youth Team MPP

I know there is a game still to go, but the following has to be addressed.

ALL youth team managers (including caretaker managers) please tell me the MPP position you wish your best age 0 player to be in when I send him across to the senior team.

DFs can be SD or DM, MFs can be DM or MA, and FWs can be MA.  If I am wrong here someone will tell me.

I need you to inbox me with the position you want the lad to appear in your big team, and by next Sunday. If no response then I will select a position for him.  If you have 2 players in different positions tied in SLs then the position you select will tell me which one will be changed.  Just say:   MF Smith to DM etc is all I need.

I need to make a start somewhere.... :-).. 

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday May 2nd, 2020 - 05:41:14 PM GMT
Still going!

https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/teamwhr

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Friday May 1st, 2020 - 06:47:34 PM GMT
An Update on OASL

Gents, it seems that not only are we looking good for going next season - we could well be going with a full compliment of 24 managers. Lots of good work behind the scenes (but only a little by me I will add) has meant we welcome Robin Dewar back to the fray, taking over VAN, good luck with that, Robin.

There are plans afoot - still to be confirmed - which could see us move to the 24 managers with an advert being placed in MSWL for a couple or 3 lads to help us out. We are approaching AL Sellers, who set up the Olmec system, and who is no stranger to nearly all of you, to seek permission to advertise in MSWL (his current hobby and also participant).

Having said that, Al will be asked to place an advert in OASL for any of you lads willing to join his MSWL set up. 

You could consider this as his request for managers in MSWL, although he may come back on himself to officially ask.

Give MSWL a go if you haven't already - it is a different system from Olmec - with some nice touches and (to me, anyway), a fairly easy rulebook. Not an easy game to win big time, bit like OASL, SESL etc, but good fun and a good set of fellow managers. MSWL has just finished a season, good time to look around the site. (MSWL.org)

AL can be found at allan.sellers@gmail.com

We are full steam ahead for Sunday's last league matches, followed by an evening of Cup football (5 matches on Wednesday), then the 3 playoff games the following Sunday. It is all go here... :-)

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Friday May 1st, 2020 - 02:52:36 PM GMT
Still going!

https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/teamwhr

 
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Thursday April 30th, 2020 - 12:27:01 PM GMT
Trade: LA - CLB

LA sends 240k to CLB for 2 CP

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday April 29th, 2020 - 02:46:45 PM GMT
All go for tonight 👍

The 4 teams are ready for tonight's Semi Finals.

i know it's the Plate and not the A.S. Cup proper but there is money for all 4 teams - apart from the gate money - more so for tonight's winners.

Good luck to all.. ✅✅ 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Tuesday April 28th, 2020 - 01:21:42 PM GMT
Trade: LA - MON

LA sends 840k to MON for 7 CP

 
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Commissioner


 

Tuesday April 28th, 2020 - 07:16:41 AM GMT
Trade: LA - KC

LA sends 360k to KC for 3 CP

 
Marc Legowski
Chicago Fire


 
Recent Entries
Monday April 27th, 2020 - 02:13:53 PM GMT
Poll vote

Sorry guys only just catching up with the Blog, my vote is in via email. Sorry for the delay 

 
Stephen Williams Jnr
Laredo Heat


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
208 - 85 - 197 (0.511)
Monday April 27th, 2020 - 10:25:01 AM GMT
Battle for Relegation

Very interesting battle for that second relegation spot. 4 teams battling to avoid that or even the play-off, with Charleston just getting themselves out the blender in time with yesterday's win (confirming safety). 

Good luck to all next week! 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday April 27th, 2020 - 09:17:20 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 27th April....:
CHV(20) COL(25) LA(50) MIA(40) MIN(35) NE(20) ROC(50)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Monday April 27th, 2020 - 09:09:25 AM GMT
Roy

Yes, I spotted it too, thanks. It IS possible that both teams might avoid a playoff game, it IS, but the plan is to have all 3 playoff games the following Sunday - session 48. IF all playoffs could be played in session 47 I will know next Sunday at 3pm, but let's go with 48 for now. :-)

 
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Monday April 27th, 2020 - 07:41:06 AM GMT
Trade: DAL - LA

DAL sends 1 CP to LA for 120k

 
Roy Rolsten Jnr
Colorado Ice White


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
231 - 94 - 176 (0.555)
Sunday April 26th, 2020 - 10:53:16 PM GMT
Final Matches

David when will the playoffs be played?

The Ice Whites have the Youth Cup final to be played in match 47, will the relegation playoffs be after that?

(I have a feeling both Colorado teams will be playing playoffs at the end of the season)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday April 26th, 2020 - 08:32:09 PM GMT
Poll Review

First of all, no problems Alon - glad I have one reader at least for the Cup Reviews. 🤓

Gents, I don't think I will do a match for next week's Poll but I WILL give the 17 lads who filled in today's Poll 20k - that way we will have had 10 polls in each half of the season.

i will post earnings gained for each team since MSA tomorrow and they will be paid after the Final Match has been played (the playoff game).

 
Alon Atie
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Sunday April 26th, 2020 - 07:35:47 PM GMT
Goldfish

Hi Dave

I actually do read your reviews normally but I have the memory of a goldfish so I need to be reminded ....

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday April 26th, 2020 - 07:33:03 PM GMT
Another convert?

Alon,

i am guessing you don't read my riveting Cup reviews on the front page.. ? 😢😢

I put a set of midweek session numbers about a fortnight ago, and the games involved, and it is still there.... 

(Hopefully some lads do read these reviews.. 😉😉)

Anyway it is still there but in answer to the question, all 3 Finals remaining go ahead on session 47. 👍👍

 
Alon Atie
Minnesota Thunder


 
Recent Entries

Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Sunday April 26th, 2020 - 07:02:52 PM GMT
Alan sellars cup final

Hi, Does anyone know if the final will be game 45 or game 47?

 
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Sunday April 26th, 2020 - 02:01:26 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 44:
New York Red Bulls - MVP #11: 25k (wWw)
Charleston Battery - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)
Columbus Crew - MVP #3: 1 TP (Wwd)
Colorado Rapids - MVP #7: 25k (WwW)
Gananda Bandits S.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Sunday April 26th, 2020 - 10:58:18 AM GMT
Todays Games

So far 21 of 24 teams have their lineups in, and 21 of 24 youth not surprisingly. Expecting a full house today - so good luck everybody...

Still waiting for Poll votes from Derek, Marc, and Stephen to complete the survey. Come on lads, please give the nod to playing next season and we can start working out the numbers to run with, and any team swopping that some will be looking forward to.  Thanks in advance..

Beautiful day today - probably the same with you - remember to get your hour out in the sun - this could well be the summer.. :-)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Saturday April 25th, 2020 - 05:33:35 PM GMT
Cheers Steve...

Steve,

Thanks - the job's yours - we'll talk about wages later 🤔🤔

It is to cover any manager who either updates their photo or a manager who swaps teams during the close season. ✅✅

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Saturday April 25th, 2020 - 02:55:57 PM GMT
Photos

Email me a photo and I can resize it to fit.

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Saturday April 25th, 2020 - 10:25:44 AM GMT
League Update

Gents, we have 17 returns so far in the Poll, and I thank you for the returns you have made. Push to shove we have 17 managers who are happy to go next season. Very heartening is that over half have offered some help - trust me, I will use as many as I can - it IS after all, your League.

First thing up is who can fit a photo into that manager's profile, please? Not right now, but good to know... ?

However can I ask Derek, Marc and Stephen if they could fill out the Poll question  - at that point we will know the exact numbers before seeing how we pan out next season. And before tomorrow's games Please.. :-) Go on, you know you want to, and there will be choices of teams if some lads want to swap clubs.

Also at this point can everybody (most of you are in another game or two or just someone you feel might enjoy the game) think of someone who could help us out - we have a quality offering and at one game per session it isn't too demanding. (Alright, with youth it becomes 2 on a Sunday....) Just point them to me - I will do the rest..

Thanks in advance... :-)

 
Phil McIntosh
Rochester Rhinos


 
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Team Trophy Case
2 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Friday April 24th, 2020 - 12:10:07 AM GMT
Caveat

I meant every word of my prior post...except for Simon.  Harboring a little ill will toward Simon after seeing the results of our recent tilt.  

Just a little.

Phil

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
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Thursday April 23rd, 2020 - 06:40:03 PM GMT
OASL Continuation

When I read the text Phil send, I realized that we are a kind of family.

Oke, we do not know eachothers birthday, we do not visit eachother and we do (I think) not call eachother...but still..I have the idea you all know me, and I at least know your names ;-)

I like to be around you guys. I like to play this game, and together with eachother we can create a great competition. Therefor I will be back in the new season, even though the board might not like it.

Let's finish this season and start fresh...and even with this in mind, I will miss the "leader" of the pact. I am glad people like David step in to continue this league, respect for this!! If I can help, I am willing to help, just put it on the blog what kind of support is needed.

Hey Bestie, you are my Best Friend : Best Feeling of Friendship ...

 

 
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Thursday April 23rd, 2020 - 11:01:17 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 23rd April - missed Steve's Journal entry....:
NE(30)

 
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Wednesday April 22nd, 2020 - 08:00:51 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 43:
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #8: 25k (wWD)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Wednesday April 22nd, 2020 - 04:14:28 PM GMT
Bravo Phil 👍

Phil, I endorse all you say but there has been no approach to other leagues as yet, before we have the views of the lads who are finishing this season.

Once we know our starting number we can ask for others.

If we only had 20 managers we can filter down to that - easy to adjust the competitions - or keep the full 24 and let 4 clubs play passive for a season whilst trying to fill them up. We have options but firstly we have around 6 or 7 managers still to play the Poll game.

Come on lads- if we get the views from everybody soonest we can move on to step 2.  
 

PS thanks for the full house for tonight - interesting games on offer. Shame they are behind closed doors 🤔🤓

 
Phil McIntosh Jnr
Gananda Bandits S.C.


 
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Wednesday April 22nd, 2020 - 03:57:05 PM GMT
OASL Continuation

I hope this note finds you well.  We've said this in other situations, and it is never a more true statement than today.  Thank God for the diversion and comraderie that these games bring to our lives.  I don't know where we would be without the various leagues, and I don't know what I would do without some of the friendships we've forged along the way.  It hurts to lose Dave Dowson, but I want to say how much I value the heart and soul he poured into this game.  And I want to say the same for all of you.  I appreciate this community.  I appreciate you all.

Going forward, I would love to see OASL continue forward with our full compliment of teams.  But I recognize how difficult it can be to maintain a full stable of horses in a league this size.  If there's too many caretakers, it feels like we are running with a bit of a limp in our gallop and takes away from the overall spirit of the game, I think.  Perhaps a reach out to other commissioners for recommendations would result in a few fresh recruits coming into the fold.  That's what Dave Dowson used to do.  Perhaps it's already been done.

I don't want to oversell my commitment, but I'm willing to take on some limited housekeeping chores to keep this league going strong.  But whatever happens, this game is part of my heart now, and I'm glad to be a part of this community.

Love you all.  (Hope it's okay to say that).

Phil

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
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Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Wednesday April 22nd, 2020 - 03:00:48 PM GMT
Full House for Wednesday Games

A.S Semi 2nd legs tonight. Good luck to those 4 teams. 

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Monday April 20th, 2020 - 09:58:47 AM GMT
POLL

Gents, Please note that this week's Poll question is not for the teams, but the manager. So even if you run a couple of teams please only vote once.  :-)

There is a thought wqe could run with smaller than 20 (say 16) IF the lads who vote for staying are happy with that. Who knows, we may encourage others from outside to join us. A sad time, but we have till Sunday to cast our votes.

 

 
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Monday April 20th, 2020 - 09:54:38 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 20th April....:
CHA(20) LA(50) NE(20)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Sunday April 19th, 2020 - 07:03:57 PM GMT
CP or not CP - that is the question..

Thanks Steve, it's what I guessed.

Now that Andy has been sorted I thought I'd check all other youth teams.

Rob, your Indians and Paul's Mount Tabor both had 1 CP as well. Now both have been changed to TPs 👍👍

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Sunday April 19th, 2020 - 06:54:34 PM GMT
CP/TP

It's simply coded that way by Al Sellers as there was never a system for just TP to be added.

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Sunday April 19th, 2020 - 06:50:42 PM GMT
Andy and a CP

Andy, must be a blip in the server as Dave had a few occasions like this. Guessing it assumes every division in every setup has only senior teams..  

But easily sorted and will be soonest.. ✅

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
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Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday April 19th, 2020 - 05:36:33 PM GMT
CP award

CP awarded to De Anza Force. Can it be changed to a TP with the Force being a youth team.

Thanks.

 

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Sunday April 19th, 2020 - 04:08:36 PM GMT
Poll Match Review

Gents, 17 teams took part with 9 being correct in the result, and 2 getting the actual score right. A total of 280k being distributed amongst these 17 teams.

NOW, please read the next bit carefully, and note the new Poll Question.... :-) 

Future of OASL

The season finishes on 3rd May (10th May for playoffs) and we need to ask what the future holds for the game that Dave ran with a passion.

I would like to offer up the following scenarios – if any others come to mind and I have overlooked them, then I apologise.

  1. We let the game sleep for a couple of months and ascertain afterwards how the managers feel about re-starting.
  2. We agree to start a new season but try to get the minimum 4 managers needed to make the needed 24.
  3. We agree to start a new season with the 20 lads we currently have (needs a commitment from all 20 to do this of course) with 2 divisions x 10 teams plus youth the same.
  4. We agree to just let the game rest – there will never be another Dave....

It has to be said we need a minimum of 20 managers to operate, as anything less would mean 1 division, and a set up with no promotion/relegation is unlikely to succeed.

Do not see the above as my push for the position of Commissioner, I was happy being Dave's Assistant, but I am happy to do whatever the managers want, albeit with help from some of you.

Sad times but if I didn’t do this, the game would lapse on 10th May, and it certainly will if there isn’t a clear nod from you lads....Most of you have another set up you play in, so if OASL has to go then so be it.

NOW PUT YOUR VOTE INTO THE POLL BEFORE NEXT SUNDAY 3PM, please!!

 

 

 
David Campbell
Charleston Battery


 
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Team Record
326 - 233 - 487 (0.423)
Sunday April 19th, 2020 - 03:17:08 PM GMT
[SPOILER] Division 1

6 teams within 2 points now for the relegation battle.  Very tense!

 
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Sunday April 19th, 2020 - 02:01:16 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 42:
Real Salt Lake - MVP #3: 1 TP (Www)
FC Dallas - MVP #8: 25k (dWW)
Utah Surf Boys S.C. - MVP #3: 1 TP (WwW)
De Anza Force S.C. - MVP #4: 1 CP (dWw)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Sunday April 19th, 2020 - 09:58:00 AM GMT
Today’s Games....

Kick off in about 5 hours and co-incidentally there are only 5 teamlines due for a full house. Appreciate your efforts lads - good luck today.. ✅

Later on come back to the Blog - important stuff coming up.. 🤔🤔🤔🤔

 
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Commissioner


 

Wednesday April 15th, 2020 - 08:00:35 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 41:
Miami FC - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Wednesday April 15th, 2020 - 11:10:37 AM GMT
Tonight’s games

Tonight sees the 1st leg games in the A.S. Sellers Cup Seni Finals - 2nd legs next Wednesday

3 teams lineups are in - just need the last one to complete the round... 🤓🤓

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Wednesday April 15th, 2020 - 09:59:20 AM GMT
Tonight’s games

Tonight sees the 1st leg games in the A.S. Sellers Cup Seni Finals - 2nd legs next Wednesday

3 teams lineups are in - just need the last one to complete the round... 🤓🤓

 
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Monday April 13th, 2020 - 11:44:10 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 13th April....:
ATL(20) CHV(20) HOU(20) KC(20) LA(50) MIA(40) MIN(30) NE(50) NY(50) RSL(20) ROC(30)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Sunday April 12th, 2020 - 04:55:47 PM GMT
Poll Game

Gents, sticking with the youth next Sunday's game will be Langley F.C. v Golden Gophers.

Real relegation one this - if Langley win then the Gophers are in a fight to avoid relegation, should the Gophers prevail, then they pull above Langley and drop their opponents into the relegation playoff spot. Whatever happens New Bedford Whalers and/or Columbus Rebels could leapfrog the Gophers and drop into a relegation place, Good game to pick... !!

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Sunday April 12th, 2020 - 04:43:25 PM GMT
Tut Tut

Actually the amount is 120k for 12 managers - youth teams don't count....in this case the senior team has already had their reward.

Now to pick next Sunday's game.....

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Sunday April 12th, 2020 - 04:30:26 PM GMT
[SPOILER] Poll Match Review

Gents, it seems I can pick these games well - the youth games threw up a blackball - NOBODY got the result correct far less the correct scoreline.... So the 13 managers will get 10k for their teams - no bionuses for anybody (including me). :-)

 
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Sunday April 12th, 2020 - 02:01:48 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 40:
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #7: 25k (DwW)
Rochester Rhinos - MVP #4: 1 CP (dWW)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Sunday April 12th, 2020 - 10:36:19 AM GMT
Today's games

Gents, seems we are ready to go for today - just needing 2 senior teamlines and 1 youth team line to be put in. Let's aim for 100% today.. Remember to vote on the youth game in the poll section..🤔🤔

In amongst the bad news we've had it slipped my mind to congratulate Bill on winning the 1st division with the Bulls. Have to say it was on the cards after a couple of weeks play (it was to me anyway...) but now also he has taken the 2nd division with Dallas FC, also in a canter - still unbeaten. That and going past the 400 wins mark - surprised he has any incentives left here... But if OASL runs next season he won't have much cash for CPs so a chink in his armour perhaps, and a chance for us mere mortals... 😂😂😂😂

Good luck today lads..👍👍

 

 
Care Taker BR
FC Dallas


 
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Saturday April 11th, 2020 - 10:52:18 PM GMT
Week 3

https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/teamwhr

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Thursday April 9th, 2020 - 09:36:16 AM GMT
Oh!

And Steve, you won't ever again.. Games should have been on neutral - should have checked the wiki. Thinking perhaps there was too much going on - but no excuse. 

In amongst the bad news and my inability Bill slipped through the net and claimed his 400th (actually last night was his 401st) win. 😉

Well done that man, does James know you are looking to catch him at the top of the leaderboard (he sits with 425 wins). Better watch out - I'm in 5th place with 305 (behind Dave D and Jason).

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Wednesday April 8th, 2020 - 09:40:35 PM GMT
David

No problem. I just haven't noticed a one leg cup game in these leagues that wasn't on a neutral ground before.

 
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Wednesday April 8th, 2020 - 08:00:59 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 39:
Chivas USA - MVP #4: 1 CP (WwD)
New York Red Bulls - MVP #10: 25k (www)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Wednesday April 8th, 2020 - 06:06:29 PM GMT
Steve

The Quarter Finals are as advertised in the comments box. The Plate games are one leg 90 minute games followed by pens if a draw, and are played as the draw states.

Winners go to the Semi Finals - losers go home.. 

All semi Finals and Finals will be on neutral grounds. 👍

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Wednesday April 8th, 2020 - 02:45:31 PM GMT
Today's games.

Are these 2 legs? I notice we play away but can't see the return leg.

Or supposed to be on a neutral ground? I don't mind it staying as an away game apart from the Homer Ref and maybe won't have penalties if a draw.

 
Stephen Williams Jnr
Laredo Heat


 
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Team Record
208 - 85 - 197 (0.511)
Wednesday April 8th, 2020 - 11:42:01 AM GMT
DD

A really sad piece of news to hear. Dave was there throughout my involvement in this and has been nothing but a support, and a really good, fair, interesting guy. Thoughts with everyone who knew him well. 

 
Alon Atie
Minnesota Thunder


 
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Team Trophy Case
1 League Titles
Tuesday April 7th, 2020 - 07:01:51 PM GMT
DD

I really used to enjoy how Dave would place a really contovercial comment about an issue like VAR and get everyone debating.I will miss his dry sense of humour. I like to  think he has allready started winding angels up in heaven. 

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
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Tuesday April 7th, 2020 - 01:09:11 AM GMT
Phil

A word I think we all forgot to type! Friend. That is here and now. Emotions everywhere. X 

 
Phil McIntosh
Rochester Rhinos


 
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Team Trophy Case
2 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Tuesday April 7th, 2020 - 12:45:33 AM GMT
DD

Sitting here amazed at how I can have so many memories of a man I have never met in person.  

Rest in peace, friend!

 

 
Bryce Kalmbach
Atlanta Silverbacks


 
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Team Record
416 - 268 - 399 (0.508)
Monday April 6th, 2020 - 08:27:11 PM GMT
DD

Wow. My heartfelt condolences to Dave's family. Everybody please stay safe out there.

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
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Monday April 6th, 2020 - 08:24:50 PM GMT
DD

Damned, this is hard to read.

I can only thank the man for allowing me to join you all in this league.
I feel very sorry for his family and hope they will have a lot of good memories.

Looking back to my first emails with Dave, I see it is almost 10 years ago....unbelievable...what have time flied.

Rest in Peace!

 

 
Tim Batth
Real Salt Lake


 
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Monday April 6th, 2020 - 07:04:18 PM GMT
Dave

RIP .... Condolences to the family

 
Care Taker PR Jnr
Mount Tabor S.C.


 
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Team Record
215 - 103 - 155 (0.563)
Monday April 6th, 2020 - 06:11:52 PM GMT
DD

My many condolences to Dave's family. A shock to hear that from David. Thoughts are with all his friends and family at this sad time. 

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Monday April 6th, 2020 - 03:50:56 PM GMT
DD

Came as a gut wrenching shock to me as well. I first "met" Dave in PSFA back in 2004 where he was the manager of Picasso Psycho Saints (named I realised later after New Orleans Saints). A few years later I was asked by Al Sellers to set up OASL as a beginner's league, which Dave took over a short time after when I didn't have time to carry on. He turned it into the league of his today with the beginners league becoming ODFL.

My thoughts are with his family.

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
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Monday April 6th, 2020 - 03:09:23 PM GMT
DD

Shit, a bit of a shock to the system. Immediately my thoughts go to Jason and the rest of Dave's family. Very difficult to think of much else. This season will be finished in honour of the man. 
 

Peace. X

 
James White Jnr
KC Athletics


 
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Team Record
213 - 92 - 195 (0.518)
Monday April 6th, 2020 - 11:23:30 AM GMT
Dave

Rest in peace

Will join David in seeing out the season and sending condolences to his family.

 
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Monday April 6th, 2020 - 09:15:18 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 6th April....:
CHV(20) COL(20) DAL(25) LA(50) NE(50) NY(25) POR(15)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Monday April 6th, 2020 - 09:08:30 AM GMT
Dave Dowson

Gents,  Regretfully I have to inform you that yesterday morning Dave passed away in hospital. He had been there since Friday from the previous week, and it seems it was a combination of pneumonia and the Covid-19 virus that proved too much for him to fight on.

I plan on taking this season to the end as the league matches are already in the system, put there by Dave at the start of the campaign, I can understand should any of you miss a game or so - however for Dave I intend playing out my games.. You will all have your own memories of Dave, and I have many - knowing him since 1985 and twice meeting him and Avril up here in Fife. A giant of a man, in every way..!! 

Our sincere condolences go out to Avril, Jason , and Natalie at this time.

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Sunday April 5th, 2020 - 08:25:04 PM GMT
Poll Game

Next Sunday's is a youth match from Division 4:

K.C. Athletics  v  Roxborough Indians S.C.

(Good today 23 team lines in out of 24 possibles - thanks!!)

 

 

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Sunday April 5th, 2020 - 04:19:02 PM GMT
Poll match Review

Gents,

16 managers entered the poll and 7 got the result right, with one lad guessing the correct scoreline. No, it wasn't me. I will be topping up 16 teams earnings with a total of 240k tonight or tomorrow.

i'll now start looking for a match for next week and will blog it later. 👍

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
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Sunday April 5th, 2020 - 02:31:22 PM GMT
Line ups in chaps!

Thanks again David for your efforts. 
 

It is easy to forget when your routine is broken. My Sesl orders went in with exactly one minute to spare. I had also forgotten my OASL but got them in late last night. 
 

Hopefully a full house of orders again this week! 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday April 5th, 2020 - 02:02:25 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 38:
Vancouver Whitecaps - MVP #3: 1 TP (WWW)
Mount Tabor S.C. - MVP #4: 1 CP (wWd)
Daniel Island S.A. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)
Texas Dutch Lions - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWd)
Roxborough Indians S.C. - MVP #4: 1 CP (WwD)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Sunday April 5th, 2020 - 08:50:06 AM GMT
Today’s games

Gents, we only need 4 senior team lineups but we need 5 youth team ones to complete today's fixture list - 3pm KO.
I haven't gone through them - don't intend to - but just think if you could have forgotten to put in your wee lads teamsheet.

We move on towards the season finale, and with your help we'll make it comfortably - a few more Blogs and Journals will make my participation bonuses easier to give out. Be in them to win it - nearly rhymes. And don't forget the Poll match too. It isn't my money to give out, so the more the merrier... 👍👍

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Saturday April 4th, 2020 - 07:50:53 PM GMT
Be frightened now, Roy 🤓🤓

Game for Wednesday sorted now - thanks to my mate Mark 👍

Lads, please note games seem to be getting played at 2pm instead of 3pm (after the clocks went forward last weekend). And remember the cash that can be earned from taking part in the Poll match ✅✅

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Saturday April 4th, 2020 - 09:20:23 AM GMT
Can't win them all, if any!

Roy, could have sworn I did have your youth in there, and Steve, thanks for your suggestion. 

I have just sent a note to Mark asking if he can change the team over (so I can have a chance of winning the game), otherwise it might need to be Plan B.

Please come back Dave, it's obvious I am not up to it... :-(

(The good news is people are earning participation money out of this - keep it up..!!)

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Saturday April 4th, 2020 - 08:09:25 AM GMT
Work around

Add the proper game to be played on Tuesday. Different match number. It will show out of sync with other games.

For the wrong game on Wednesday both teams play highest EL players on passive stall  which shouldn't cause many injuries or cards or even goals.

 
Roy Rolsten
Colorado Rapids


 
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Team Record
397 - 237 - 450 (0.476)
Saturday April 4th, 2020 - 12:02:14 AM GMT
But...

David I don't rate your LA Blues chances of getting through the Youth Cup semi-final

Not when they're scheduled to play my senior team...

 

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Thursday April 2nd, 2020 - 12:21:49 PM GMT
EL

It isn't correct. Look at NY game before and Brad Guzan finished the game with 2 EL. That means he should start the double game with 6.

But he started the Reported games with 5 and the Viewer game with 6. Playing passive he'd drop to 1 then back up to 5. But currently on 4.

Start both viewers and compare ELs. You'll see that in the "second" game they are lower for the most part (45 minute substitutions would mean higher EL). That's why you have to use the Viewer on first game and add 4 EL to the final values.

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Thursday April 2nd, 2020 - 11:02:36 AM GMT
Great Fun....

Really wishing Dave hadn't left me this headache, but thanks Steve for your input. The viewer for the first game is the one I said we would take, and the score was actually 1-2 not 0-1.

However it does mean that all 3 suspensions showing on the 2 clubs main pages are correct.

From what I can see the ELs on the players playing are correct, and I have deducted the extra gate monies the teams gained.

Have still to sort out any EL anomalies on unplayed players - may not get every bit right but won't penalise anybody. If I take a PU from somebody then I will add 1 CP to that team's total.

Suppose if I am to interim the league till the end of the season then might as well have the problems too.  :-)

I have scheduled next Wednesday's games now - Mark will check them out later - I think they are correct, but.......

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Thursday April 2nd, 2020 - 10:27:20 AM GMT
[SPOILER] Suspension

A New York player was sent off in first game. Another one was badly injured hence the pre-game substitution. Luckily the viewer has the game.

I have no idea why both games show the second game.

 
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Thursday April 2nd, 2020 - 10:22:32 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 2nd April - gate money for 2nd match (1st April).:
DAL(-111) NY(-111)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
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Thursday April 2nd, 2020 - 10:00:31 AM GMT
Last Night's games

First of all, thanks to all managers - we had a 100% turnout for a Wednesday. Wonder if the lockdown is meaning people have more time....:-)

My Front Page Cup Review is done and this morning I will schedule next Wednesday's games (AS Plate Quarter Finals and Youth Cup Semi Finals - all 6 matches played to 90 minutes and pens if a draw). As stated before this is new to me and Mark agreed to look them over once I completed them.

Then I will look at last night's "double game" and thanks for the PLAN Steve - I have the necessary printouts - done last night but don't think as clearly at 11pm as I do at 10am. Will study them - saw an anomaly with a suspension when the lad wasn't even cautioned - will look at it all and make changes later. 

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Thursday April 2nd, 2020 - 09:43:06 AM GMT
Plan

1. Look at viewer of the official first game. Write down all the EL at the end. Set these players EL to +4 of that.

2. Remove DP from players that got them in the second game. No one picked up suspension from that game.

3. Lower SL and PU from the players that got them in the second game.

4. Lower MoM from the player that got it in the second game.

5. I'm not sure about matches, minutes, goals etc as this might only be for league games. Perhaps a check on other teams?

6. Take 111k off both teams via the participation blog.

7. The hard bit. The players that didn't play have picked up 8 EL and some are on 10. So the previous league matches (one might be enough) need checking to see what EL they ended with and add 8 to that (4 for that game and 4 for Wednesday's game).

 

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
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Wednesday April 1st, 2020 - 11:58:25 PM GMT
No I wasn't

Look on the viewer - the correct game is there. 

Both games ran and DP from the first game has been counted.

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday April 1st, 2020 - 11:45:33 PM GMT
I was wrong

It looks like the game only ran once though I need to check the match reports to see if they are identical. EL looks correct.

However. Brad Guzan finished the previous game with EL 2 so should have started with EL 6. He started with EL 5.

So I think the game ran twice but the match report is showing the second game for both. Unless somebody took snap shots of both teams it might be impossible to know what DP were awarded in the first game or what the score was. 

I'll investigate further tomorrow.

 
Commissioner
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Wednesday April 1st, 2020 - 08:01:22 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 37:
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #5: 25k (wwW)
Philadelphia Union - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (Wwd)
New York Red Bulls - MVP #9: 25k (wDw)

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday April 1st, 2020 - 01:24:24 PM GMT
Just looked again on Sanc

You can't delete matches, only whole competitions. Looks like once a match is assigned a number the most you can do is alter the deadline or match number but for all those with the same one.

I forgot about gate money.

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday April 1st, 2020 - 09:51:22 AM GMT
Appreciate that Steve 👍

I hadn't thought of the ramifications if the 2nd game was played and the resultant EL losses and the DPs being doubled. I certainly didn't want to try to delete one of the games.

I will follow your sound advice, copy both matches out and rescind any "losses" to both teams including deducting any extra gate money they may make.... 😉😉😉

After tonight - probably tomorrow morning - I will schedule next Wednesday's games - I have already done the youth ones - and ask Mark to vet them. He has already agreed to, if okay I feel the remaining games will be easy to do. Cheers for the above, Steve.. 🤓

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday April 1st, 2020 - 09:20:28 AM GMT
Dallas v New York

Both games will run as they have different match IDs. 

I don't think individual matches can be deleted, I'd look on Sanc but none are scheduled yet. A schedule can be deleted but I don't know if that's a set of games or the whole competition.

Easiest thing is to let things stand - Dallas are under a caretaker and New York? Well it will help us all if they lose another 6 EL and get injuries.

Seriously it will just need EL adding back and maybe removed, and maybe DP removed. Suspensions can be altered.

Gut feeling is players will play twice for -12 EL but only get 4 back rather than 8 so 6 will need adding to those that play 90 minutes in both games.

 

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday March 31st, 2020 - 10:03:19 PM GMT
Paul and Bill

First of all I know Dave initially posted the game twice, but only commented on the first one. So it will be the first game that will count in the off chance the game is played "twice". Personally I think the same score will appear on both games - or is that hope?? First of the games is the one... ✅✅

I've sent Dave 3 emails but not sure if he has access in the hospital (probably not getting visitors) to his phone so have sent one to Jason. I do notice that Jason hasn't put in his 2 team lines (of the 3 missing) - sincerely hoping he is getting better. If I get anything I'll tell you lads.. 

 
Care Taker PR
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Tuesday March 31st, 2020 - 06:15:54 PM GMT
Dave

David B is there any update on Dave?

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Tuesday March 31st, 2020 - 06:09:21 PM GMT
FC Dallas v NYRB - So Good They Played it Twice

Is it just me that see they are playing each other twice at the bottom of the fictures for tomorrow night?

 

 

 
Care Taker BR Jnr
Texas Dutch Lions


 
Recent Entries
Monday March 30th, 2020 - 09:46:07 PM GMT
Update

Great update David. Truly a great deputy. I had taken my eye off the 400 recently so thank you for the reminder. Congrats to all the other coaches and their milestones. That includes you DB. 

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Monday March 30th, 2020 - 09:58:31 AM GMT
Couple of things Lads

1   This Wednesday EVERY senior team plays a Cup Tie, so 24 team lines needed. (Dave accidentally entered a game twice - score will be the first game listed - likely it will be the same score for both but just in case.. I know how to schedule, but not so sure at taking one out, so will leave it in.)

2   2 NMRs yesterday - let's see if we can get a 100% turnout for Wednesday.

3   A few records made and about to be made.

     Jason D is on 308 wins - not sure if it was flagged up at the time, but it is being flagged now.

     That man (me, actually) at last got to 300 - now 304 wins, but who is counting?

     Paul R has just made the 300 club - a veritable millsone err milestone...

     Stephen W  is on 205, David C  203, and Steve T has gone to 201 wins - well done lads.     

     Bill R needs 3 more wins to reach 400 wins - no bets on whether it will be this season or next... (James W             remains the most wins coach with 424 wins.)

 
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Monday March 30th, 2020 - 09:29:21 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 30th March....:
CHV(40) CLB(25) LA(50) MIA(20) NY(40) ROC(15) SJ(50) SEA(25)

 
Bill Ramsay Jnr
New Bedford Whalers


 
Recent Entries
Sunday March 29th, 2020 - 04:22:35 PM GMT
If you have a spare few quid?

https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/teamwhr

Even £1 helps guys! Cheers. X

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday March 29th, 2020 - 03:42:38 PM GMT
Poll Match Review

Gents, 270k was added to totals for today's Poll match, with 3 clubs getting the correct scoreline to match their guessed result. But all 17 managers earned cash for their team today.

Next Sunday's game will be:

San Jose Earthquakes v Atlanta Silverbacks

I will get it put on by this evening - earlier if I can see where it goes... :-)

 
Bill Ramsay Jnr
New Bedford Whalers


 
Recent Entries
Sunday March 29th, 2020 - 02:18:38 PM GMT
If you have a spare few quid?

https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/teamwhr

Even £1 helps guys! Cheers. X

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday March 29th, 2020 - 02:08:24 PM GMT
Call out for MIA and CHI

Just leaves Simon and Marc to put team lines in - NOTE - games are due for 2pm this afternoon after clocks went forward last night. Hope they go ahead on time - now to look for next week's Poll match... 😉😉😉

 
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Sunday March 29th, 2020 - 02:01:34 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 36:
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #3: 1 TP (DWw)
D.C. United - MVP #5: 25k (WDw)
De Anza Force S.C. - MVP #3: 1 TP (wDw)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday March 29th, 2020 - 10:30:00 AM GMT
Today’s Games etc

Gents, haven't had any further news about Dave - but in his absence I'd like to think we'd be capable of carrying on "his" game till he was able to take over the reigns on his return.

Guessing that might mean finishing the season without him, whilst he recuperates, but that should be achievable okay, with only 6 Sunday's and play offs. And the league games are already scheduled....

As I write there are 5 clubs to put their lines in, and the Poll match has 15 entrants so far - tight game to call judging by the figures so far (seems I can pick games that divide opinions..🤔🤔🤔)

Good luck today, and in advance can I just say that EVERY team plays next Wednesday evening. Now to be known as Cup tie Wednesday.. 🥳🥳

Here's hoping for some good news about Dave later on today. 👍

 
Graham Wilkes
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Saturday March 28th, 2020 - 04:40:02 PM GMT
Back for Now

Hey all,

Nice to be back in the hot seat for a few weeks or maybe longer. I wish the circumstances were different as I'm sure the rest of you do. 
 

I wish Dave all the best for recovery and hope it's sooner rather than later. 
 

Hope all of you are well

 

G

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday March 27th, 2020 - 09:02:31 PM GMT
Get well soon

Dave wishes for a Speedie recovery for you and your wife. 

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Friday March 27th, 2020 - 04:07:17 PM GMT
Dave Dowson

Gents, Dave emailed me early this morning to say he is in hospital with pneumonia, with blood tests currently being carried out.

He has asked me to see out the season, or at least till he gets back - soonest I hope.. :-).

With this in mind Graham Wilkes has kindly agreed to take over Seattle Sounders and North Sound Seawolves till at least the season end - I will caretake Columbus Crew and Columbus Rebels - any clash between these teams and mine I will get a fellow manager to arbitrate. I took Dave's teams as it would be an easy slot back in - Graham can have a choice of a few teams come next startup. Thanks Graham.

I can do most of what Dave asks - and will ensure I am in a position to get to the conclusion of this season, by which time we all hope he will be back at the helm. 

I look forward to your help here, by putting in your team lines timeously - PLEASE remember this Saturday the clocks go forward - and I thank you in advance for your assistance. We wish Dave well!!!

 

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Thursday March 26th, 2020 - 01:22:07 PM GMT
Toilet Roll

David, i don't need to worry about bank balance any more. The new currency is Toilet Roll. As long as you have that you can trade for anything:)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday March 25th, 2020 - 08:31:56 PM GMT
Good one Paul

Now let's see -23 other managers x 40k for the EL boost = 920k. What the h**l have a boost yourself and we'll call it 950k for cash..

Wow, that's a great offer but won't do Chivas's bank total much good 😂😂😂

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Wednesday March 25th, 2020 - 06:08:12 PM GMT
EL Boost

I hope that you are all doing well at this time and if possible an EL boost to everyone with any symptoms or ill health at this time. 

 
Phil McIntosh Jnr
Gananda Bandits S.C.


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday March 24th, 2020 - 12:43:30 AM GMT
DD

Get well soon, both of ya!

Can we get an EL boost for Mr. Dowson?

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Monday March 23rd, 2020 - 04:01:10 PM GMT
DD

My thoughts are with you both for a speedy recovery. Best wishes to all during this tricky period. X

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Monday March 23rd, 2020 - 01:28:35 PM GMT
DD

Hope you do well, recovery is the most important now.

If it is corona or a flu, your health is the most important thing to treasure.

Also for the other managers, keep safe! 

Greetings,

Simon

 
Dave Dowson
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Monday March 23rd, 2020 - 01:27:26 PM GMT
Message from Mark

Re:  Websites

All business as usual for sos leagues.

Any issues that come up, I'll drop you a note though as it's a fair question you ask.

Schools closed is correct, but juggling act caring for kids now a headache. Just hope by summer we are over the worst of this virus as its just awful whats happening out there.

Mark

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Monday March 23rd, 2020 - 10:36:45 AM GMT
Poll Game

Next weekend's game will be:

D.C. United v Colorado Rapids.

(It may or may not appear under the Poll game on the Front Page - either way feel free to "in box" me with your guess/estimate and I will collate and report. This is just in case Dave doesn't manage to change the game - his and Avril's health are more important....)

 
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Monday March 23rd, 2020 - 10:33:19 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 23rd March....:
LA(50) NY(50) SJ(30) SEA(45)

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Sunday March 22nd, 2020 - 10:38:15 PM GMT
DD

My thoughts are with you both for a speedy recovery. Best wishes to all during this tricky period. X

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday March 22nd, 2020 - 07:26:47 PM GMT
Poll Match Review

Today's game netted 250k for sharing amongst the 16 teams with no-one guessing the actual scoreline.

Still to pick next weekend's game but it will be on soonest.

 
Commissioner
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Sunday March 22nd, 2020 - 03:01:35 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 34:
Chicago Fire - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWD)
Colorado Rapids - MVP #6: 25k (WdW)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday March 22nd, 2020 - 02:33:28 PM GMT
Dave and Avril

I am sure I speak for all the lads in the League, Dave, when I say we wish both you and Avril a speedy recovery.

Some of them probably don't realise that it isn't much fun being our age - this virus complicates things even more. I fall into a "medium" risk category, not a high one but after 3 mini strokes some time back, I am still social distancing. Dave and Avril are different, and they are virtually housebound.  Not much fun there, as both our bowling seasons are virtually over before they even started....

Keep your peckers up, lads, at least the weather (sunny and quite warm here in Fife and probably the same in most places) tends to help recoveries as morales seem to rise in good weather. 

(Just a pity as it also means the food hoarders are not getting soaked or snowed upon.. )

 
Care Taker DD
Seattle Sounders


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
449 - 210 - 437 (0.505)
Saturday March 21st, 2020 - 10:42:50 PM GMT
Corona Virus

Hi guys

I sincerely hope that you and your loved ones are safe and well and that boredom has not kicked in too badly

Im going to speak to Mark tomorrow regarding the website over the coming tough period. I'd like to gauge the general feelings of you guys before I do. Personally my wife and I are in self isolation and both of us have a Hugh temperature, sore throat, headache and persistent rasping cough. We are looking after each other with the help of our children delivering groceries etc. On a daily basis and fingers crossed we will all get through this in one piece. I've spoken to David Blair and with his support I'm hoping that we can keep OASL running through these challenging times. But I'm open to whatever the majority favour. 
Good Health Good Luck and peace to you all  

All the best

DD

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Saturday March 21st, 2020 - 03:13:58 PM GMT
MMM - not good enough!

Think I gave the impression every team was due to be playing next Wednesday in the AS Cup or Plate, but seems I was a bit rash. Only the AS Cup Quarter Finals 1st leg games go on next midweek, whilst the following midweek sees the 2nd leg games PLUS the AS Plate matches as below:

AS Plate    
1st Round Draw    
Chivas USA   Columbus Crew
D.C. United   Chicago Fire
Vancouver Whitecaps   Atlanta Silverbacks
Seattle Sounders   Charleston Battery
Real Salt Lake   Kansas City Wizards
Portland Timbers   New England Revolution
Philadelphia Union   Montreal Impacts
Dallas F.C.   New York Red Bulls

I put it down to the groaning virus and my daughter's health, plus my grandson leading me a merry dance...

 
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Thursday March 19th, 2020 - 12:03:39 AM GMT
Trade: LA - DAL

LA sends 115k to DAL for 1 CP

 
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Commissioner


 

Wednesday March 18th, 2020 - 09:00:47 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 33:
Mount Tabor S.C. - MVP #3: 1 TP (WWD)

 
Bill Ramsay Jnr
New Bedford Whalers


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday March 18th, 2020 - 08:25:21 PM GMT
Thanks DB

👏

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday March 18th, 2020 - 09:08:30 AM GMT
Oops

Alright Bill I still haven't offered the money back as I forgot it was within the 24 hour rule. I'll do it later tonight.. ✅✅

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday March 18th, 2020 - 09:06:49 AM GMT
Oh Bill..!!

Bill, please check the DAL in box messages. The minute it happened I noticed it and offered it back to you. I suggested you put it in as a transfer and I'd accept it.

anyway you will see I've offered it back to you instead. No idea how it happened - darn gremlins again.. 🤔🤔🤔

 
Bill Ramsay Jnr
New Bedford Whalers


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday March 17th, 2020 - 01:31:26 AM GMT
Calling LA and Commish

DAL only wanted to buy 1 CP from LA. No idea why it posted an offer twice? If no retraction, I take the hit but hope for a reversal! Cheers lads. X

 
Commissioner
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Monday March 16th, 2020 - 09:58:44 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 16th March....:
CHV(10) CIW(40) CLB(40) LA(50) SJ(30)

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday March 16th, 2020 - 08:36:12 AM GMT
Trade: DAL - LA

DAL sends 115k to LA for 1 CP

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday March 16th, 2020 - 08:36:07 AM GMT
Trade: DAL - LA

DAL sends 115k to LA for 1 CP

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Monday March 16th, 2020 - 08:36:00 AM GMT
Trade: NY - LA

NY sends 230k to LA for 2 CP

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday March 15th, 2020 - 05:30:42 PM GMT
Next weeks Poll Match

Chivas USA v Houston Dynamos - real relegation fixture this one.. 🤔🤔🤔

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday March 15th, 2020 - 05:28:02 PM GMT
Poll match review

14 managers taking part - only 2 got the correct result (now who was the other one...) and neither got the correct scoreline. But 160k was paid into clubs totals for paying out at the season end. 
 

 
Commissioner
Commissioner


 

Sunday March 15th, 2020 - 03:01:29 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 32:
Atlanta Silverbacks - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (DwW)
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #4: 1 CP (wWW)
New York Red Bulls - MVP #8: 25k (WDw)
FC Dallas - MVP #7: 25k (wWw)
Roxborough Indians S.C. - MVP #3: 1 TP (WwW)
Texas Dutch Lions - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (Wwd)

 
Commissioner
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Saturday March 14th, 2020 - 12:49:56 PM GMT
Trade: NY - MIN

NY sends 110k to MIN for 1 CP

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Friday March 13th, 2020 - 08:45:27 PM GMT
A.S. Plate Draw

Dave made the draw independent to my randomising the 16 teams for this competition.

Games are played 90 minutes (plus pens if a draw) - 1 game only.

Draw is as follows:

Chivas USA  v  Columbus Crew

Miami FC  v  Chicago Fire

Vancouver Whitecaps  v  Atlanta Silverbacks

Seattle Sounders  v  Charleston Battery

Real Salt Lake  v  Kansas City Wizards

Portland Timbers  v  New England Revolution

Philadelphia Union  v  Montreal Impacts

Dallas FC  v  New York Red Bulls

Games are played on neutral grounds.

My randomising was:

8    Chicago Fire

13  Kansas City Wizards
9    Vancouver Whitecaps
1    Chivas USA
15  Charleston Battery
2    New York Red Bulls
11  Philadelphia Union
10  New England Revolution
4    Columbus Crew
16  Real Salt Lake
6    Montreal Impacts
5    Dallas F.C.
14  Seattle Sounders
7    Portland Timbers
12  Atlanta Silverbacks
3    Miami F.C.

Dave's draw was:

1 v 4

3 v 8

9 v 12

14 v 15

16 v 13

7 v 10

11 v 6

5 v 2

 

 
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Wednesday March 11th, 2020 - 09:17:05 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 11th March at 21.15 GMT for retirements to that time:
ATL(40) COL(30) LA(45) MIN(45) MON(80) NE(40) SJ(260) VAN(45)

 
Commissioner
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Wednesday March 11th, 2020 - 09:01:00 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 31:
Rochester Rhinos - MVP #3: 1 TP (wwW)

 
Dave Dowson
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Tuesday March 10th, 2020 - 12:15:13 PM GMT
Al Sellers Cup Second Leg on Wednesday

Match 29 - March 4, 2020   
 


AL SELLERS CUP ROUND 2 FIRST LEG RESULTS

Allan Sellers Cup
   New England Revolution

2

   Colorado Rapids

5

Rapids to progress
Rapids take a 3 goal cushion back to home turf
Revs overturned 2 goal deficit in 1st round
Allan Sellers Cup
   Philadelphia Union

0

   Minnesota Thunder

1

Thunder take a slender 1 goal lead back to Minny
Philly need a miracle to progress
Thunder to progress
Allan Sellers Cup
   San Jose Earthquakes 

0

   New York Red Bulls

0

Earthquakes have it all to do but they have proved tough for Bulls to break down in recent meetings
Red Bulls got a goal less draw and should progressst Home but it might be tough
New York to progress
Allan Sellers Cup
   Charleston Battery

0

   Carolina RailHawks

2

Hawks take a 2 goal cushion back home
Battery look unlikely to progress
Safe passage for RailHawks 
Allan Sellers Cup
   Los Angeles Galaxy

3

   Chivas USA

1

 
 
 
Allan Sellers Cup
   Rochester Rhinos

1

   Vancouver Whitecaps

0

Rhinos take a 1 goal advantage to Canada
Whitecaps have Home advantage but need 
Two or more to progress. Could go to penalties
Allan Sellers Cup
   Houston Dynamo

2

   Kansas City Wizards

0

Dynamo take a 2 goal lead to Kansas
But it may not be enough as Wizards are a strong
Cup team and are formidable at Home
Wizards to progress
Allan Sellers Cup
   Miami FC

1

   Chicago Fire

1

Tight first leg and Chicago have away goal
Miami must score to have any chance
Chicago to progress

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Monday March 9th, 2020 - 09:43:36 PM GMT
Really, Paul 🤔

You DO realise the game was played yesterday - but keep looking as next week's game will be up

by tomorrow...👍👍

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Monday March 9th, 2020 - 05:11:58 PM GMT
Prediction

I forgot to add in the score

NY 3-1 MIN

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Monday March 9th, 2020 - 09:18:31 AM GMT
Shot chances etc

Will confess I like reading the facts put out for shot chances etc and can sympathise with teams who feel hard done by.

I don't profess knowing much about it - initially I just checked the amount of OFF v my opponents DEF etc and tried to explain away why I didn't win a particular game.

Then I started to think - could the chances not have something to do with formation/tactics?  I used to play L with 2 cracking WGs and 2 FWs waiting for the opportunities to score, but was told because that tactic involved a hoof up the park from DEF to OFF my team would have less of the ball to play with, meaning the opponents had more time in the game to fashion chances, some of which will be taken. (This wasn't in OASL I must say..)

CHA had around 83 extra OFF v my DEF using Long Ball yesterday but I lead 2-0 at half time. In the Viewer they had a 10.2 chance v 5.6 for LA but that didn't reflect in the shots actually put on goal, which were about the same for each team over the game. 

I then subbed off my own WG to stiffen up the MF and that allowed us to coast a bit. My GK DID have 7 saves but I now believe tactics/formations are as good an indication of how a result might go and not shot chance..

 
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Monday March 9th, 2020 - 09:07:59 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 9th March....:
COL(40) CLB(35) LA(50) NE(30) NY(15) SJ(50)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Monday March 9th, 2020 - 08:56:35 AM GMT
CHANGE!!

As Dave has not put up the new Poll Match choice, I am changing it to Atlanta Silverbacks v Los Angeles Galaxy - can't have anybody suggesting I don't get my own team in there often. And it looks a good game to try to guess..:-)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday March 8th, 2020 - 04:00:57 PM GMT
POLL Match Review

Gents, to my reckoning 300k will be added this weekend to various teams' account. (Bill, I counted your late scoreline you placed on the Blog....) 17 teams took part and 2 teams got the correct score as well as the correct result - meaning 30k to both of them.

Next Sunday's game will be:

Carson City Kickers v Langley F.C.

 
Commissioner
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Sunday March 8th, 2020 - 03:01:42 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 30:
D.C. United - MVP #4: 1 CP (Www)
Gananda Bandits S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Dww)
Washington Diplomats - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wDW)

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday March 7th, 2020 - 09:40:11 PM GMT
Prediction For Sunday.

Meant to add 2-2. Sorry. Am I still included? 

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Friday March 6th, 2020 - 07:49:19 PM GMT
Physio boost

Mata DAF please.

 

 
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Friday March 6th, 2020 - 03:03:18 PM GMT
Trade: VAN - LA

VAN sends 150k to LA for George Apple (5/20 WG)

 
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Friday March 6th, 2020 - 01:04:57 AM GMT
Trade: VAN - COL

VAN sends 100k to COL for Valentino Lazaro (3/17 MF)

 
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Wednesday March 4th, 2020 - 09:15:06 PM GMT
Trade: NY - CHA

NY sends 432k to CHA for 4 CP

 
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Wednesday March 4th, 2020 - 09:15:03 PM GMT
Trade: NY - CHA

NY sends 1 TP to CHA for 1 CP

 
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Wednesday March 4th, 2020 - 09:01:00 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 29:
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #3: 1 TP (wdW)
Los Angeles Galaxy - MVP #4: 1 CP (WWW)
Houston Dynamo - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)

 
Dave Dowson
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Wednesday March 4th, 2020 - 05:14:19 PM GMT
Calling Charleston Manager

Just under 4 hours to kick off and your orders are missing for tonight's second round first leg Al Sellers Cup Match

Get them in ASAP

DD

 
Dave Dowson
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Tuesday March 3rd, 2020 - 11:43:58 AM GMT
Retirement remuneration

I will be running a retirement remuneration sweep this evening so if you have any laggers or dead wood you want to cut adrift now may be the time to do it

cheers

DD

 
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Monday March 2nd, 2020 - 01:24:25 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 2nd March....:
CHV(20) CLB(50) LA(50) SJ(30)

 
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Sunday March 1st, 2020 - 04:26:47 PM GMT
Physio Boost

The following teams receive Physio Boost through 1March at 16.25 GMT For Physio Boost +4 EL to Juan Mata:
DAF(-40)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday March 1st, 2020 - 03:52:48 PM GMT
Poll Match Review

Well, 7 managers got the correct result, and 4 got the correct scoreline. I will be allocating 270k to various teams coffers from only 16 entrants - good ratio.

Next week's game will be, surprise, surprise Minnesota Thunder v New York Red Bulls. Get your guesses in lads - okay better wait till Dave puts the game up first... :-)

 
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Sunday March 1st, 2020 - 03:01:14 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 28:
Colorado Rapids - MVP #5: 25k (wWW)
North Sound Seawolves - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
Red Force FC - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wDw)

 
Dave Dowson
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Sunday March 1st, 2020 - 10:50:51 AM GMT
Auction Review coming

I'm annalizing Seaso s Auction results and will publish a report tomorrow for your perusal

DD

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Saturday February 29th, 2020 - 12:42:31 PM GMT
Physio boost

Mata DAF please.

 

 
Dave Dowson
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Friday February 28th, 2020 - 10:27:10 AM GMT
AS CUP UPDATE

Second round matches for the AS CUP are now in the schedule

They are over two legs to be played on the next two Wednesdays 4th/11th March at 21.00 GMT

Good luck if you made it through

I of course didn't 🤡 having blown the luxury of a 2 goal first leg lead against Steve's Revolution.  Communication melt down resulted in the team switching to Press tactics when 1 goal up with 20 minutes to play and thus conceding 3 goals in the closing quarter of the game DOH!😩😱😡

DD

 
Dave Dowson
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Friday February 28th, 2020 - 10:19:29 AM GMT
Website Issues resolved

Just recently we had been experiencing slow load speeds and error messages on links. These have been addressed by our Super Site host Mark Creasey once again and I would like to publicly thank him once again for that. Mark pays for the sites to to be maintained by a server host personally and has always kept this a FREE TO PLAY GAME . Occasionally I post a request for voluntary donations to enable Mark to continue this

I will be posting a request for donations next week and anything you can afford would be much appreciated

Thanks Mark

Cheera

DD

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Thursday February 27th, 2020 - 09:19:43 AM GMT
A.S. Trophy Cup 2nd Round Draw

Pits the winners of the 1st Round versus the last 8 teams in the ST Trophy - games again are 2 legged.

Teams who lost out last night will be entered into the A.S. Plate along with the losers of the games below, so still got something to play for....

AS Trophy    
2nd Round Draw    
New England Revolution v Colorado Rapids
Philadelphia Union v Minnesota Thunder
San Jose Earthquakes v New York Red Bulls
Charleston Battery v Carolina Railhawks
Los Angeles Galaxy v Chivas USA
Rochester Rhinos v Vancouver Whitecaps
Houston Dynamos v Kansas City Wizards
Miami F.C. v Chicago Fire

  

 
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Wednesday February 26th, 2020 - 09:20:02 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 27:
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wDW)

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Wednesday February 26th, 2020 - 12:21:05 PM GMT
Calling MIA and CHA

MIA and CHA are the last remaining teams to put in their squads for this evening's games.

 
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Monday February 24th, 2020 - 02:00:30 PM GMT
Physio Boost

The following teams receive Physio Boost through 24th Feb 2020 @ 14.00 GMT for Physio Boost to MATA +4el:
DAF(-40)

 
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Monday February 24th, 2020 - 10:18:50 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 24th February....:
LA(50) SJ(40)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday February 23rd, 2020 - 08:25:44 PM GMT
Poll Match Review

Only 160k paid out today as only one person thought the game would be a draw - me! There was a late entry but too late to count - I check entries straight after the games are played - and everybody else got 10k to start the 2nd set of games off. 

Next Sunday's Poll Match is:

Vancouver Whitecaps v Real Salt Lake

 
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Sunday February 23rd, 2020 - 03:02:19 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 26:
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #6: 25k (Www)
Philadelphia Union - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (dWw)
Fall River Rovers - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (DwW)
Mount Tabor S.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (DwW)
Utah Surf Boys S.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
Montreal Olympique - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)
Roxborough Indians S.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWD)

 
Andy Shaw Jnr
De Anza Force S.C.


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
202 - 127 - 175 (0.527)
Saturday February 22nd, 2020 - 05:52:53 PM GMT
Physio boost

Mata DAF please.

 

 
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Thursday February 20th, 2020 - 09:09:29 AM GMT
Trade: ATL - LA

ATL sends 360k to LA for Gary Mason (3/23 GK)

 
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Wednesday February 19th, 2020 - 09:01:56 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 25:
Rochester Rhinos - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWW)

 
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Tuesday February 18th, 2020 - 11:12:44 PM GMT
Physio Boost

The following teams receive Physio Boost through 23.15 GMT on 18 Feb 2020 for +4 physio boost to Juan Mata:
DAF(-40)

 
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Monday February 17th, 2020 - 09:21:53 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 17th February as per Poll participation matches 1-10:
ATL(120) CAR(120) CHA(40) CHV(170) COL(110) CLB(120) DC(100) DAL(140) HOU(20) KC(130) LA(150) MIA(110) MIN(100) NE(80) NY(130) PHI(130) POR(130) RSL(110) ROC(130) SJ(120) SEA(10) VAN(120)

 
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Monday February 17th, 2020 - 09:09:34 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 17th February....:
CHV(15) CLB(50) LA(50) MIA(25) SJ(25)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday February 16th, 2020 - 04:06:03 PM GMT
Poll Matches

Later on 2390k will be added to teams' totals - after the auction at least.

Only 2 teams did not enter Poll match guesses at all, whilst 2 more only did it once or twice.

I can say that one team will get 170k and 17 more will get at least 100k....

You don't have to be in it to win it (well, you do, actually) but you only have to be in it to earn some cash...

There will be 10 more matches in the 2nd half of the season - so total per team thaqt can be won = 300k. (If you earned that, you should be on the Fixed odds coupons), but 100k will still be earned even if you guess wrongly completely EVERY week.. 

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday February 16th, 2020 - 03:31:02 PM GMT
Poll Match Review

Today's game sees me adding 310k to teams' totals - the most any Poll match has had. Tomorrow or later tonight I will add the totals won so far - some clubs have done well, others Very well - and one or two have not earned a penny for what is around 10 seconds work per week..

Next Sunday's match comes from the Youth League:

Fall River Rovers v Daniel Islkand S.A..

 
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Sunday February 16th, 2020 - 03:02:37 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 24:
Chivas USA - MVP #3: 1 TP (wwD)
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
New York Red Bulls - MVP #7: 25k (wwD)
San Jose Earthquakes - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)
FC Dallas - MVP #6: 25k (WwW)
Colorado Ice White - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Dww)
Golden Gophers - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)
Laredo Heat - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWw)

 
Dave Dowson
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Sunday February 16th, 2020 - 10:14:46 AM GMT
TtICK TOCK TICK TOCK

MSA will be conducted this afternoon, shortly after today's games have completed😱😩🤡

 
Dave Dowson
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Saturday February 15th, 2020 - 04:13:47 PM GMT
4 points from safety

History shows that 24 points is the average total required to avoid the drop into Division 2. So with 21 in the bank after 10 games I think another 4 points will see us secure our position in Division 1 this season. However there have been 3 occasions when 27 points was required to stay out of the bottom 3 on the other hand 20 points would have been enough on two occasions and as low as 18 on another. When you consider that our T11 at the start of the season was ranked a lowly 19th and has remained around about that position all through so far and at 27.9 is currently ranked 20th overall. We are 4.9 SL points behind both New York and Minnesota who both rate 32.8.  All things considered in this rebuild year we have over performed to be sitting second in the first division after 10 games. Mid Season ageing should favour us over a lot of Division 1 teams as we have the 3rd youngest team (2.91)in the Top 2 Divisions of parent teams just behind Chivas (2.90) and Miami(2.83)

so rebuild season is progressing very nicely in Columbus thank you

 

 
Simon Bijker
Miami FC


 
Recent Entries
Saturday February 15th, 2020 - 02:30:24 PM GMT
Poll

I used it with the youth team..my apologies. 

Is this good enough for senior team, or should I post again for Miami FC?

Thanks for the reply...

 
Andy Shaw Jnr
De Anza Force S.C.


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
202 - 127 - 175 (0.527)
Friday February 14th, 2020 - 07:14:15 PM GMT
Physio boost

Mata please. 

 
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Wednesday February 12th, 2020 - 09:02:03 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 23:
Los Angeles Blues - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWD)

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Wednesday February 12th, 2020 - 06:13:54 PM GMT
Match 23 - Full House

All teams enetered for tonights game. Good luck to those except those playing against CCK

 
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Monday February 10th, 2020 - 09:56:11 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 10th February....:
CHV(20) CLB(50) LA(50) SJ(25)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday February 9th, 2020 - 04:18:51 PM GMT
Poll Match Review

Gents, no spolier but I can say I have posted 210k to various teams Poll totals - lots got it right but NOBODY got the correct scoreline. MMM - not as easy as I thought it would be.....

Only 1 more match to predict and then next Sunday it will be MSA. On Monday 17th I will post the first half earnings to each manager's team account. 

And due to Dave protesting he has only 1 aim in life - to keep Col;umbus in the 1st division - the big surprise is he finds himself in 2nd place tonight. So, next week's Poll game will be:

Columbus Crew v New York Red Bulls (serves you right, Dave)

 
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Sunday February 9th, 2020 - 03:02:31 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 22:
Columbus Crew - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)
Miami FC - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WDw)
D.C. United - MVP #3: 1 TP (wDw)

 
Dave Dowson
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Sunday February 9th, 2020 - 11:52:46 AM GMT
CALLING CHARLESTON LINEUPS NEEDED

Call out to Charleston coaching team 

Your teams are awaiting your instructions and game day team sheet

 

 
Dave Dowson
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Thursday February 6th, 2020 - 01:37:11 PM GMT
MSA

Good question David 

The Button for Mid Season Ageing will be pressed before the Auction some time between 15.30 & 19.30 GMT on Sunday 16th February 2020. 
As David points out that way The players purchased In the auction will not be affected by the GRIM REAPER 😱

HOPEFULLY 🤡

DD

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Thursday February 6th, 2020 - 12:16:51 PM GMT
MSA Question

Dave, MSA takes place after session 24 on 16th February.

There is an auction at 8-30 GMT that evening as well.

Will MSA take place before the auction (and after the league games at 3pm) or after the auction? 

If after then players won in the auction will be hit hard only hours after joining their new clubs - if before then I am guessing their SLs won't be affected by MSA.

Just thought I would ask......

 
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Wednesday February 5th, 2020 - 09:01:56 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 21:
Mount Tabor S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (Wdw)
KC Athletics - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WDw)
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #5: 25k (wwD)

 
Care Taker PR Jnr
Mount Tabor S.C.


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
215 - 103 - 155 (0.563)
Wednesday February 5th, 2020 - 05:49:41 PM GMT
Another Full House - Match Day 21

All teams present and accounted for tonights games. Good luck to everyone, although not those playing against me :)

 
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Monday February 3rd, 2020 - 10:00:26 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 3rd February....:
CHV(35) CLB(50) DAL(15) LA(50) NE(15) NY(15) SJ(25)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday February 2nd, 2020 - 03:50:17 PM GMT
Poll Match - 9th February

Will be:

Texas Dutch Lions  v  De Anza Force S.C.  in the Youth League.

PS The amount posted from today's Poll Match was actually 280k not 260k..... :-)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday February 2nd, 2020 - 03:43:08 PM GMT
[SPOILER] Poll Match Review

Another 260k paid into teams' accounts, and will be paid out in 2 weeks time after game 11 in the League. 

3 teams got the correct scoreline, although one of them had actually guessed the result as a draw, and quite a few more had the correct result, but not the correct scoreline.

At this stage Chivas USA is leading the earners, having never had a wrong result in their 7 attempts - wonder what the secret is???

I am on now to work out next week's match - watch this space.

 
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Sunday February 2nd, 2020 - 03:02:32 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 20:
New York Red Bulls - MVP #6: 25k (wWW)
Utah Surf Boys S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wDw)
Langley F.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWD)

 
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Friday January 31st, 2020 - 05:47:31 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 31 January 2020 @ 17.45 GMT For Retirements to that Time :
CHV(135) DAL(15) POR(50) SJ(50)

 
Dave Dowson
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Friday January 31st, 2020 - 04:12:18 PM GMT
[SPOILER] ST TROPHY SEMI FINAL LINEUP

Matches to be played 21.00 GMT on Wednesday 5th February 2020  Match #21

 

ST TROPHY   SEMI FINALS
       Chicago Fire  v       Colorado Rapids
   New York Red Bulls  v      Minnesota Thunder

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Thursday January 30th, 2020 - 12:21:28 PM GMT
Auction This Sunday

Get your bids in for the auction this coming Sunday Feb 2nd. So far MON are picking up everything they have bid on :)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Thursday January 30th, 2020 - 08:03:40 AM GMT
Good shout, lads!!

Bill/Steve,

banter us what we need here and we need more of it - PS it earns you shekels from me each week.

Bill, I know you were looking at Bailie in the past and I turned you down, but as he's getting on a bit ( age 3 with MSA round the corner) and Dave has those puppy dog eyes (and big fists) and he was more persuasive 😉👊👊

 
Bill Ramsay Jnr
New Bedford Whalers


 
Recent Entries
Thursday January 30th, 2020 - 12:34:45 AM GMT
Sweepers

Poor show Steve. It’s not all Mary Poppins, these guys keep millions of chimneys clean each year. 

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday January 29th, 2020 - 09:46:08 PM GMT
Sweepers

Not all they're cracked up to be in my opinion.

 
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Wednesday January 29th, 2020 - 09:02:07 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 19:
Los Angeles Blues - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WdW)
Colorado Rapids - MVP #4: 1 CP (wwd)

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Wednesday January 29th, 2020 - 05:08:55 PM GMT
Match 19 - Full House

As i enter my teams in we have a nice full house for Match 19 tonight. 

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday January 29th, 2020 - 05:05:01 PM GMT
Easy answer?

Don't ask for the difficult answer - that would involve Dave's threats, bribes, cadgoling and he wore me down.. actually that was easier than I thought 😀😀😀😀

 
Dave Dowson
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Wednesday January 29th, 2020 - 04:57:49 PM GMT
Absolutely Correct

The Trade between myself and David Blair was a No Brainer really

As David points out I really needed 8 more TP to justify the Purchase of 2 Age 1 Players from the sealed bid auctions. Ther are no TP in Auctions any more and just the odd one or two available if I secure an MVP bonus or 2, so the only way I was going to source those TP this season was by a trade. Now David was one of a few Managers that had surplus to requirement TP's, 7 in all and he had been touting around for a Good Youngish Defender via the Trade board and blogs. I had Abram who was a 2/28 Defender that I could afford to release if I got in a level 25+ Sweeper as part of a deal, to allow my 2 young High level 20+ Sweeper/Defenders to play as Defenders regulartly without damaging the Sweeper position levels in matches. So Davids Aaron Bailey (3/26 Sweeper) fitted that criteria perfectly. I calculated that a 2/28 Defender was probably equal to a 3/32 Sweeper in value so Davids 3/26 + the 7 TP was just a touch over the valuation which is why I threw in the 1 CP to make it fair. Now normally I would say that TP are slightly more valuable than CP at this stage of the season but not when the team that owns them has no Youth Players to spend them on.

So as I saw it , it was Win Win on both sides of the deal, I got 7 of my 8 needed TP plus the Sweeper cover needed to compensate for releasing Abram, David got his Young Strong Defender and rid of TP that he didnt need this season with the added bonus of a CP.

So as the Old A-TEAM boss used to say "I Love it when a plan comes together"

Oh and dont listen to Davids lament that he will lose on Sunday against me because he has no Sweeper available to play. His teams always play for their lives when they are playing against my teams, so whilst I'm hoping for a Home Victory its by no means a given Sweeper or not.

DD

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday January 29th, 2020 - 02:19:15 PM GMT
Easy answer

LA will lose it - we have no SW as Pitts was sent off by the idiot who reffed last weekends game but he'll step up next week when he comes back.

Bottom line is we had 7TPs doing nothing - Dave needs 8 for training. I wanted an age 2 DF and tried 3 times to get one in the auctions but failed miserably, and now I have about 25CPs and I need only 7 more to train up the new boy. And no money changed hands - we are both pleased with the deal. ✅✅

 
Care Taker BR
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Tuesday January 28th, 2020 - 11:42:50 AM GMT
CLB v LA

A polled match with a big transfer just before teams are declared. What impact will this have? 

 
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Tuesday January 28th, 2020 - 09:25:12 AM GMT
Trade: CLB - LA

CLB sends 1 CP, Abram (2/28 DF) to LA for 7 TP, Aaron Bailey (3/26 SW)

 
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Monday January 27th, 2020 - 09:13:17 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 27th January....:
ATL(35) CHV(45) CLB(50) LA(50) PHI(35)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday January 26th, 2020 - 09:36:59 PM GMT
A.S. Cup 1st Round Draw

These ties are played as home and away games with the winners being drawn in the 2nd round against the 8 Quarter Finalists in the ST Trophy. (Losers go into the last 16 who will subsequently play fopr the A.S. Plate competition - Dave will schedulr these but they are not till about 3 Wednesdays after this one - session 25.

Columbus Crew v New England Revolution
Philadelphia Union v Real Salt Lake
San Jose Earthquakes v Montreal Impacts
Charleston Battery v Dallas F.C.
Seattle Sounders v Los Angeles Galaxy
Rochester Rhinos v Portland Timbers
Atlanta Silverbacks v Houston Dynamos
D.C. United v Miami F.C.

  

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday January 26th, 2020 - 08:26:04 PM GMT
Things

Today's Poll match raised 190k for the teams who entered - 16 of them. Down on last week but that was mainly due to 3 teams getting the full 30k last week and that more people guessed better last week. Next week's game is Columbus Crew v Los Angeles Galaxy (am expecting DPD to deliver Dave's brown envelope any day now - it's gained him a few welcome points so far this season so why shouldn't I get one?? :-)

PLEASE remember the 1st game in the youth Cup is this Wednesday - 16 teams involved AND the Quarter Finals of the ST Trophy are also down to be played this Wednesday - that affects 8 teams (not mine though - CAR, are your ears burning...!!)  :-)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday January 26th, 2020 - 08:08:19 PM GMT
Why Not??

The Boss speaks and he pays my wages so probably better to humour him... :-)

Poll Match next week is     Columbus Crew v Los Angeles Galaxy.   

  

(Well I know Dave is on a run at the moment but I am not facing CAR so we have a chance!! )

 
Dave Dowson
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Sunday January 26th, 2020 - 04:52:19 PM GMT
Poll match Would he Dare?

Would the old silver fox dare nominate

Columbus Crew v LA Galaxy?🤡🤪😂🧐🥵

Gawanwidya!

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday January 26th, 2020 - 04:36:14 PM GMT
Poll match

Safe to say nobody got the scoreline correct - understandably - but a few of you gained 20k for guessing the result and all got at least 10k for taking part.. 

Now working on next weeks game👍👍

 
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Sunday January 26th, 2020 - 03:02:05 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 18:
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #4: 1 CP (wWW)
FC Dallas - MVP #5: 25k (wdw)
Montreal Olympique - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)
Roxborough Indians S.C. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Thursday January 23rd, 2020 - 02:51:40 PM GMT
Ooops again

Pressed tab (fatal) instead of space so ended the first Blog too early...

If anybody read my Cup Review last night or today the draw for the Quarter Finals was given then.

 

However here it is (it is in stone that winners of the sections will host a runners up team in the format WA  v  RuB, WB v RuA, WC v RuD and WD v RuC.)

 

Semis will be winner of game 1 v winner of game 3 and winner of game 2 v winner of game 4.  AS Cup draw will follow later once typed up.......

 

1 Chicago Fire v Chivas USA
2 New York Red Bulls v Carolina Railhawks
3 Kansas City Wizards v Colorado Rapids
4 Minnesota Thunder v
Vancouver Whitecaps

  

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Thursday January 23rd, 2020 - 02:48:56 PM GMT
OOPs!

 If anybody read my Cup Review last night or today the draw for the Quarter Finals was given then.

However here it is (it is in stone that winners of the sections will host a runners up team in the format WA  v  RuB, WB v RuA, WC v RuD and WD v RuC.

Semis will be winner of game 1 v winner of game 3 and winner of game 2 v winner of game4.

1Chicago Fire v Chivas USA
New York Red Bulls v Carolina Railhawks
Kansas City Wizards v Colorado Rapids
Minnesota Thunder v Vancouver Whitecaps

 

 
Dave Dowson
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Thursday January 23rd, 2020 - 02:28:29 PM GMT
ST TROPHY QTR FINAL QUALIFIERS

Group A 

CHICAGO

CAROLINA

Group B

NEW YORK

CHIVAS

Group C

KANSAS

VANCOUVER

Group D

MINNESOTA

COLORADO

Davud Blair will post the Qtr Final draw later today 

Draw for Al Sellers Cup 1st Round will be posted later also

DD

 
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Wednesday January 22nd, 2020 - 09:02:07 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 17:
Chicago Fire - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWw)
New York Red Bulls - MVP #5: 25k (wWW)

 
Dave Dowson
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Wednesday January 22nd, 2020 - 05:39:25 PM GMT
ST TROPHY SHOWDOWN

Group C have it all to play for tonight with (at time of posting) Orderless Kansas leading the pack by one point from Dallas with Vancouver a further point away in third place. Kansas also have a superior Goal difference to the other two and they host Miami in tonight's finale who sit bottom of the group without a wn in this competition. So they must be favourites to top the group and qualify as long as they don't lose. Dallas in second place are away at Real Salt Lake and need to win to be sure of qualification but a draw would suffice if Vancouver fail to beat Portland. Vancouver are at Home which should work in their favour but they have lost 3 and drawn one of their previous 5 home games against Portland who have only pride to play for and go into the game with their first team looking fairly tired. Vancouver have to depend on results elsewhere even if they win. 
So to summarise 

Kansas only need a draw to be sure but will qualify even if they lose if Dallas or Vancouver don't win

Dallas need a Win to be sure but a draw is enough if Vancouver don't win, if Vancouver lose they are also through

Vancouver need to Win and hope that Kansas lose and Dallas don't Win.  
 

I think Kansas will top the group and Vancouver May nick second place and qualify !

Good Luck All

DD

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday January 22nd, 2020 - 04:35:46 PM GMT
After Tonight...

Once the games are played tonight (the last of the section matches), I'll be on with the winners and runners up along with the Quarter Final lineups, which will be due next midweek.. PS having missed out for a good DF on 3 occasions has anybody got a decent one to sell for cash and/or CPs/TP?

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Wednesday January 22nd, 2020 - 02:28:10 PM GMT
[SPOILER] At Last an Auction Win - Welcome Kevin Leaves

At last we won a player at the auction. 2/29 DF Kevin Leaves joins for the princely sum of 1213. Maybe he should have been called Kevin Joins :)

A great player to win and bolster our DF. Straight in as joint top SL DF alongside Peter Baum. Maybe we can start to stop letting in as many goals. 

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Wednesday January 22nd, 2020 - 02:20:43 PM GMT
Calling ROC and KC

Only the ROC and KC team lineups required for a full house. Just over 6 1/2 hours to KO. 

 
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Monday January 20th, 2020 - 09:02:55 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 20th January....:
CHV(25) CLB(40) LA(50) PHI(30) POR(15)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday January 19th, 2020 - 03:24:42 PM GMT
Poll match for 26th January...

And it will be Seattle Sounders v Miami FC....👍👍

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday January 19th, 2020 - 03:22:38 PM GMT
Poll match review

Suffice to say more than one team today made 30k and around 320k will be allocated to the clubs who took part.

I'm away to choose next weeks game ✅

 
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Wednesday January 15th, 2020 - 09:02:03 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 15:
Carolina RailHawks - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wWW)
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #4: 1 CP (wWD)
Real Salt Lake - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (Wwd)
FC Dallas - MVP #4: 1 CP (WDw)
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #3: 1 TP (www)

 
Dave Dowson
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Wednesday January 15th, 2020 - 08:26:57 PM GMT
Youth Cup Tables

Youth Cup TBles have been created in database under Al Sellers Cup heading

This is because there is only the facility to create standings tables for 2 Cup competitions

These tables are obviously only relevant for the first round of the competition. After which the winners of each group progress to the Straight Knock our stages  Qtr Finals on to Semi Finals and Final

The Al Sellers Cup is a Knock our Competion too where the tables are largely irellavant ditto the Al Sellers Consolation plate. I have to create tables for these competitions because at the end of the season trophy cabinets are adjusted by using the stats in the Cup tables. Not ideal and frustratingly inaccurate usually 

I generally have to go in and adjust tables before saving them to History stats. This is almost certainly what causes the annoying Team name change and Manager change references on the Team landing pages. It is a cosmetic annoyance but there is nothing I can do about it sorry

maybe sometime in the future somebody with the tech knowledga will be granted access to database and simulator to make the code adjustments necessary to sanitise the history records (sigh)

Till then we have to live with it

Jyat thought I'd give you a heads up on the situation

cheers

DD

 
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Wednesday January 15th, 2020 - 07:43:54 PM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 15th January assistance with youth cup draw.:
NE(25)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday January 15th, 2020 - 07:30:56 PM GMT
Youth Cup Draw

Thanks to Steve here is the draw for the sections - teams are listed as they were drawn out.
 
 
My draw below was done on Sunday last and posted to Dave Sunday before Steve randomised the teams today.
 
Section A      6, 1, 21
            B      4, 19, 11
            C      2, 23, 5
            D     24, 10, 12
            E     16, 20, 18
            F      9, 15, 17
            G      3, 14, 8
            H     13, 22, 7

Top team to the last 8 - teams play one game home and one away. 

Winners Section A v B, C v D, E v F, G v H - all games on neutral parks in the KOs.

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Wednesday January 15th, 2020 - 05:56:58 PM GMT
Auction 4 Reminder - Sunday 19th January

A new auction this coming Sunday 19th January. Only 7 teams entered so far so there may be a couple of bargains to be gained by entering the auction pit. You have to be in it to win it. Give it a go if you haven't entered before. Even a token bid may result in a player or OTF or TP/CP heading your way. 

 
Care Taker PR
Portland Timbers


 
Recent Entries
First youth lineups due Sunday! - 11/21
Qualification scenarios - 11/20
Auction + Retirement + Youth Reminders - 11/13
New Youth Players - 11/12
Team Record
408 - 193 - 439 (0.485)

Team Trophy Case
1 Dave Dowson Shield Titles
Wednesday January 15th, 2020 - 05:50:39 PM GMT
Calling Carolina and Vancouver

Just Carolina and Vancouver needed to complete the team lineups for the games in a few hours. 

 
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Monday January 13th, 2020 - 10:13:20 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 13th January....:
CHV(30) CLB(15) HOU(20) LA(50) NY(25)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday January 12th, 2020 - 03:27:23 PM GMT
Poll Match

And we have a Winner. Step forward James - the first person to get all 30k for taking part, guessing the correct result, and by guessing the correct scoreline.

In all 240k has been added to the kitty for the teams taking part.

Next weekend's Poll game will be Carolina Railhawks v Charleston Battery...

 
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Sunday January 12th, 2020 - 03:02:28 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 14:
New York Red Bulls - MVP #4: 1 CP (wWW)
Rochester Rhinos - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WWw)
Colorado Rapids - MVP #3: 1 TP (Wwd)
Daniel Island S.A. - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwD)
De Anza Force S.C. - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Sunday January 12th, 2020 - 12:33:51 AM GMT
Fair play DD

Another 5 to go...

Apologies and thank you. I thought I had pinged my YTH orders last Sunday as I normally do but now recall falling asleep after submitting the senior orders. Not like me but I was close to YTH NMR. Thanks DD for the push! 

 
Dave Dowson
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Saturday January 11th, 2020 - 07:21:25 PM GMT
Lots of missing orders for Match 14

Get them in ASAP

 

DD

 
Commissioner
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Wednesday January 8th, 2020 - 09:02:11 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 13:
Chivas USA - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)

 
Stephen Williams Jnr
Laredo Heat


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
208 - 85 - 197 (0.511)
Wednesday January 8th, 2020 - 12:58:45 PM GMT
Chivas DF

Conceding 3 doesn't matter if you score 4! 

Sigh....

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Monday January 6th, 2020 - 12:45:33 PM GMT
Our DF is Bad

Just looking at our leaky DF in our league games so far this season. So far after 5 league games we have let in 17 goals. This is despite having a now 26 and 29 SL GK. 

Looking to season past in the total 22 league games we have conceded:

Season 23 - 33

Season 22 - 33

Season 21 - 22

Season 20 - 10

So one thing is for certain, you will score against us in league games :)

 
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Monday January 6th, 2020 - 12:31:03 PM GMT
Retirement Remuneration

The following teams receive Retirement Remuneration through 06 January @ 12.30 GMT for Retirements to that time:
CHI(120) DC(45) HOU(115) PHI(100) ROC(50)

 
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Monday January 6th, 2020 - 09:59:21 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 6th January....:
CHA(15) CHV(35) CLB(50) DAL(20) LA(50) NE(25) PHI(50) SJ(50)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday January 5th, 2020 - 09:31:24 PM GMT
Poll Match

Another 210k went into the bank to be paid out at MSA to clubs entering the Poll Matches forecasting.

Still nobody has forecast the correct score for a Poll Match (30k) so in advance I can tell you next Sunday's game will be Colorado Rapids v D.C. United (once Dave puts it up on the Front Page)  :-)

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday January 5th, 2020 - 08:00:09 PM GMT
Thanks

Not a record that I'm after really Dave but yes it is true.

 I think my youth team are using up all the luck, lost to you today and I had two shots to your one!

Seventeen more league matches left to score that all important goal. 
 

 
Dave Dowson
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Sunday January 5th, 2020 - 05:07:10 PM GMT
The Force of the Quake Strange but true!

Andy Shaws SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES still have not scored a goal after 5 league games. Compare that to Andy's Youth Team DE ANZA FORCE who have not conceded a single goal after 5 league games !

Strange Statistic but True 

 
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Sunday January 5th, 2020 - 03:02:21 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 12:
Los Angeles Galaxy - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWW)
Minnesota Thunder - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWd)
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #3: 1 TP (wWW)
FC Dallas - MVP #3: 1 TP (wdW)
D.C. United - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWD)
North Sound Seawolves - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wDW)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Sunday January 5th, 2020 - 11:22:56 AM GMT
Paul (and Rob)

Paul, I will take your scoreline on board, and I suspect Rob will be Blogging before 3pm with a score as well... Many people think my bubble burst day has come - including me... :-(

 

 
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Saturday January 4th, 2020 - 01:00:54 PM GMT
Trade: SEA - CHA

SEA sends Paul Jacob Alexander (3/24 DM), Vurnon Anita (4/16 MF) to CHA for 100k, Daniel Tudhope (3/27 FW), Lynch Pin (6/15 MA)

 
Steve Turner
New England Revolution


 
Recent Entries
Saturday January 4th, 2020 - 09:02:56 AM GMT
Wins

Just spotted that I hit 100 wins with the junior side last Sunday and I'll hit 200 with my next win with the senior team but I think that includes my earlier stint with Miami.

 
Care Taker BR
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Saturday January 4th, 2020 - 12:44:52 AM GMT
No.3 DD

Yes, you know pal. 31 games to catch Jim...you said this season? No chance, maybe 3 seasons? Awrabest. Happy to get to no. 2 in so few matches. Well chuffed. Cheers. 

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Friday January 3rd, 2020 - 03:21:06 PM GMT
Really !!

Doing the maths and we are punching above our weight (both senior and junior teams). In hindsight league placing in the youths doesn't give you better or worse new lads joining in the new season - it's the placing of the sdenior team that determines the SLs of the newcomers.

So training the youths up with fewer eyes on the table makes more sense - of course if I was to nose dive with the Galaxy then that would help with next year's youths..... :-)

But it IS hard not to want to win every game you play........

 
David Campbell
Charleston Battery


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
326 - 233 - 487 (0.423)
Thursday January 2nd, 2020 - 08:09:34 PM GMT
Training

Top notch mind games there from DB Junior! ;)

 
David Blair jnr
Los Angeles Blues


 
Recent Entries
Thursday January 2nd, 2020 - 12:02:42 PM GMT
JOY!

I was not referring the the New Year, but because our youth team has just noticed that as we lie 2nd in the division, our next 3 games come against the teams lying 1st, 3rd, 4th. 

Maybe a good time to just train up the youngsters.... 

PS Happy New Year to all managers... even the ones who will likely beat us... !! :-)

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Thursday January 2nd, 2020 - 10:38:35 AM GMT
Happy New Year

A Happy New Year to you all and wishing you all a healthy and very prosperous one. 

 
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Wednesday January 1st, 2020 - 09:02:06 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 11:
New York Red Bulls - MVP #3: 1 TP (wwd)
New England Revolution - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wdw)

 
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Tuesday December 31st, 2019 - 03:19:52 PM GMT
Trade: DAL - PHI

DAL sends 1 TP, Sam Smith (3/27 SW), Michael Timlin (5/10 MF), Tuan Barksdale (5/10 DF) to PHI for Vasile (3/26 DF), AJ (6/10 MF), Christian Ramirez (6/15 FW)

 
Rob Lye
Philadelphia Union


 
Recent Entries
Austom signing - 11/19
Tuesday December 31st, 2019 - 03:19:07 PM GMT
Happy New year

Happy New year from all at Philadelphia Union 

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Tuesday December 31st, 2019 - 01:46:45 PM GMT
Poll Match 5th January

Will be Philadelphia Union v Los Angeles Galaxy.

I forgot to enter the result again - 1-3

If this is allowed to be counted as the score prediction. 

 
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Tuesday December 31st, 2019 - 12:29:33 PM GMT
Trade: CAR - MON

CAR sends 800k to MON for John Harris (2/25 DM)

 
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Tuesday December 31st, 2019 - 12:29:24 PM GMT
Trade: ATL - MON

ATL sends Simeon Coward (4/20 MA) to MON for Brian Legend (4/20 DM)

 
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Tuesday December 31st, 2019 - 12:28:23 PM GMT
Trade: NY - MON

NY sends 5 TP, Marc Naclerio (4/25 MF), Gary Jacobs (1/17 DF), Josh Taylor (4/20 FW) to MON for 400k, P Vapour (1/26 DF)

 
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Monday December 30th, 2019 - 06:01:52 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 10:
Portland Timbers - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (wdw)
Fall River Rovers - MVP #1: 1 TP + 25k (WwW)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Monday December 30th, 2019 - 08:53:32 AM GMT
Poll Match 5th January

Will be Philadelphia Union v Los Angeles Galaxy.

 
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Monday December 30th, 2019 - 08:49:39 AM GMT
Participation Bonus

The following teams receive Participation Bonus through 30th December....:
CHV(15) CLB(50) DAL(25) LA(50) NY(25) PHI(50) RSL(15) SJ(50)

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Monday December 30th, 2019 - 08:37:20 AM GMT
Poll Match

Well, 11 entered the poll match game, 4 got the correct result right, but only 1 actually gave a scoreline (not right). Who knows what the other 3 scores might have been forecast, and which manager might have been the 1st to get 30k?

Also didn't help that one team didn't send in their coaching staff to the game.....

 
Dave Dowson
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Sunday December 29th, 2019 - 09:27:32 PM GMT
Division 4 matches

I've asked Mark to take a look at the server again

More as I hear it

DD

 
Andy Shaw
San Jose Earthquakes


 
Recent Entries
Retirements - 11/9
Team Record
424 - 312 - 409 (0.507)

Team Trophy Case
1 Allan Sellers Cup Titles
Sunday December 29th, 2019 - 07:28:27 PM GMT
System glitch

No division 4 games have been played.

 

 
Dave Dowson
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Sunday December 29th, 2019 - 05:25:06 PM GMT
Retire? Really Bill

Remember if and when you do catch James I will be right on your tail so if you do retire you won't be King of the castle for long coz I will knock you off the pedastle if you are not around to maintain your position

DD

 
Bill Ramsay
New York Red Bulls


 
Recent Entries
Saturday December 28th, 2019 - 11:12:26 PM GMT
DD and James

Yes, he is back and gremlins are afoot... It was weird seeing DD as number 1 on the list. He was actually prefixed with no.1. I checked back more times than was healthy. Glad all back in line. 

For the record, catching James is my target...then retire? Who knows...

 
Dave Dowson
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Saturday December 28th, 2019 - 07:31:56 PM GMT
Oh I nearly forgot

Merry Christmas and a Haphaphappt New Year to all the OASL Community

DD

 
Dave Dowson
Columbus Crew


 
Recent Entries
Team Record
483 - 197 - 411 (0.533)
Saturday December 28th, 2019 - 07:28:49 PM GMT
Gremlins in the works still

Either Bill is hallucinating and David has had too much single malt or we still have gremlins in the works of OASL

Whilst it is highly likely that Bill is hallucinating and that the Old Man of Lochnagar has had a ripple too much over the festive period I do believe that there more than likely is a 'Ghost in the Machine ' due to the instabilities of the server and databases recently. 
Just checked Bill and James hasn't gone anywhere he is still sitting on top of Alltime and Active Managers lists with 411 wins, you are in 3rd place just 1 Win behind yours sincerely so it looks highly likely that you will be the second manager to achieve 400 Wins sometime during this season and I may just be 3rd to achieve that milestone either this season or next. So keep pushing and I'm sure you will reel James in probably next season. 
Regarding The old Mans lost manuscripts that is still a mystery. Perhaps we should call in Hercule Poirot or Sherlock Holmes or maybe the old fella should type out his ramblings offline first and then transcribe them once complete? 🤡 Just saying.....😃

DD

 
David Blair
Los Angeles Galaxy


 
Recent Entries
Friday December 27th, 2019 - 12:31:37 PM GMT
Cup Reviews

Gents, I was typing in my write up for the 4 sections matches played Wednesday when the page went off screen just as I was on Section D. Lost the lot..  :-(

So please bear with me as I have just posted the tables instead - hopefully full service will be resumed next Wednesday - on New Years Night.   

 
Care Taker BR
FC Dallas


 
Recent Entries
Thursday December 26th, 2019 - 09:26:56 PM GMT
Coaches - All time record

Where has James White gone? A few days ago and since forever, he has been the leader. He now boasts just over 400 wins but has disappeared?? 

Come back Jim. 

 
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Wednesday December 25th, 2019 - 09:22:42 PM GMT
MVP Awards

The following teams receive an MVP bonus after match 9:
Los Angeles Galaxy - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wWd)
Kansas City Wizards - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (wwD)
Vancouver Whitecaps - MVP #2: 1 TP + 25k (WWw)

 
Tim Batth
Real Salt Lake


 
Recent Entries
Wednesday December 25th, 2019 - 04:21:50 PM GMT
Merry Christmas

to the OASL family, from RSL.

 
Paul Roseblade
Chivas USA


 
Recent Entries
Cash - 11/18
Team Record
408 - 264 - 422 (0.494)
Wednesday December 25th, 2019 - 11:53:57 AM GMT
Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas to you, your family and friends from Sunny Prestwick. I hope you all have a great day. No rest for the CHV players as they have a game today 😄😄

 
 
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