The iconic Vancouver Whitecaps name and logo has a long and rich history. The original team was born on December 11, 1973, by both Denny Veitch and Herb Capozzi in the original North American Soccer League (NASL). How the Vancouver Whitecaps FC Name Was Created 50 YEARS OF THE WHITECAPS On December 11, 1973, Herb Capozzi and Denny Veitch announced the Vancouver Whitecaps … [Read more...] about The Iconic Vancouver Whitecaps FC Name and Logo Origins
CF Montréal Name, Logo, and Stadium Origins in MLS
CF Montréal (full name: Club de Foot Montréal), one of only three Canadian MLS teams, had its name recently changed from what was previously known as the Montreal Impact. The team came in as a 2012 MLS Expansion team and 2024 will be the 13th MLS season for the club. The Origins of the CF Montréal Name Then CF Montréal team president, Kevin Gilmore, explained why the name … [Read more...] about CF Montréal Name, Logo, and Stadium Origins in MLS
Jonathan Osorio Is The Toronto FC Captain: Significance for TFC
On Tuesday, Jonathan Osorio officially became the eighth captain of Toronto FC. He also becomes only the third Canadian to lead the Ontario club as the leader of the team after Dwayne De Rosario and Jim Brennan. Jonathan Osorio Becomes Captain of Toronto: Why It Happened? https://t.co/SianSOwH3w — Toronto FC (@TorontoFC) January 23, 2024 There are two big reasons why this … [Read more...] about Jonathan Osorio Is The Toronto FC Captain: Significance for TFC
Canadian Sprinter Andre De Grasse Invests in AFC Toronto
ANALYSIS – The Canadian star sprinter, Andre De Grasse, will be investing in AFC Toronto. De Grasse, most famous for his success in Rio 2016, is an accomplished sprinter, winning many medals over the years. AFC Toronto Gets Andre De Grasse On Board We are thrilled to welcome @De6rasse to our ownership group! We believe his passion for empowering youth through sport matches our … [Read more...] about Canadian Sprinter Andre De Grasse Invests in AFC Toronto
The Portland Thorns FC Name, Logo, and Team Origins
The Portland Thorns FC name and logo originated in 2012 as one of the eight original teams in the NWSL in 2013. They came into the league the same year as the Boston Breakers, Chicago Red Stars, FC Kansas City, Sky Blue FC, Washington Spirit, the Western New York Flash, and their well-known rivals, the Seattle Reign FC. Unfortunately, the Boston, Kansas City, and Western New … [Read more...] about The Portland Thorns FC Name, Logo, and Team Origins