Whitcaps release video with Zee. Compares practice there to that of Miami FC

The Whitecaps released a Video Interview with their new multi-position player Zourab "Zee" Tsiskaridze and they asked him to compare practice with that of last years Miami FC (Watch it below). Zee is also asked if the fact the Whitcaps are moving up to MLS influenced his decision to sign for the club.

In December Miami Ultra Robert Scorca interviewed Zee. Here is an excerpt:

Robert Scorca: You came for an open tryout with Miami FC. How many players participated? How many signed on with Miami FC?

Zourab "Zee" Tsiskaridze: There were 128 players trying out, 4 players were invited back to train with the team, I was the only one who signed.

You can read the full interview HERE

Another one bites the dust, Jack Traynor to AC St Louis

AC St Louis signs Jack Traynor. For details go HERE
Traynor was drafted in the second round of the 2009 MLS SuperDraft by the New York Red Bulls, but was not offered a contract by the team.
After an unsuccessful trial with Aalesunds FK in Norway, Traynor signed with Miami FC of the USL First Division. He made his professional debut on April 26, 2009, coming on as a substitute in Miami's game against Rochester Rhinos.

I haven't really kept count but I believe this is the third player Miami FC has lost to other NASL teams. The first was Zourab "Zee" Tsiskaridze who has signed with the Vancouver Whitecaps. Then it was Aaron King who will now play for rivals Tampa Bay Rowdies!

We continue to hear the progress of other teams in the league, many setting up pre-season games versus MLS teams... Fans are happy with the announcement of Zach Kirby's return, but so far we only know we have 2 players on the roster and no coach announcement as we don't know if Zinho will be returning. We hope Miami FC can start signing players soon before they are all taken from under their noses and we are left with a High School squad.

Invitational Tryouts
In case you didn't know Miami FC is Holding Invitational Tryouts right now at Ted Hendricks Stadium, beginning Feb. 12 and ending Feb. 14.

Open tryouts will take place on Feb. 20 and 21 at Weston Regional Park. For more information visit www.miamifc.com, or register at the following link.

Ocho Cinco backs Miami's World Cup Bid, Miami FC Player on the move

Miami native, Chad Ochocinco (formerly known as Chad Johnson) is a supporter of the beautiful game here in the United States and as evidenced by the picture supports Miami's bid for the World Cup. The American Football star who plays for the Bengals as a wide receiver is also said to be a Fan of the Miami FC Blues!

In case you didn't know Chad changed his surname from Johnson to Ochocinco prior to the 2008 regular season to reflect his Bengals uniform number.[85] More info HERE

Currently Miami's World Cup bid has picked up steam and has surpassed 9,000 votes, but we need your support to be one of the cities to host world cup games go to http://www.gousabid.com/city/local/MIAMI-FL and support Soccer in South Florida!

Meanwhile it looks like Miami FC has lost one of its most popular players, it is defender Zourab Tsiskaridze better known as "Zee" by the fans. Last week soccer guru and Miami Ultra Robert Scorca mentioned to me that he heard Zee was on trial with the Whitecaps and sure enough this week he was signed. We want to wish Zee luck with his new team and tell him to expect some heckling from the Ultras when he visits Southern Florida with his new team. More on this HERE

Talk about the Blues, they continue to Support Local Youth Soccer Tournaments as this past weekend, Miami FC's front office and Mascot, HotShot, attended one of the more prestigious youth soccer tournament in South Florida, the Plantation Eagles Thanksgiving Classic. Check it out HERE

Miami FC will be back next year! Burrito's list of players to keep and Cheerleader Pictures!

Saturday night was last Miami FC game of season and Burrito saw how Miami lose against the Islanders. But the good thing was watching the Miami Ultras. They were loud and they had one hombre with a cowbell who was great! The pinches Ultras also give Burrito's compadre Zach "Beowulf" Kirby the players of the seasons award. Funny thing is Beowulf get red carded out of game! Chingada madre! The referees a wanker!

Burrito try to talk to Aaron Davidson presidente of Miami FC to see if homeboy going to keep the team in USL, MLS or some other League pero he no want to talk to Burrito. Burrito did hear Aaron talk to reporter who ask him about the meetings in NY with MLS. El Senor Davidson only say that they were exploring every option. He did say Miami FC would be back next season but didn't know in what league. Ay Virgencita de Guadalupe, please bring MLS back if not MLS then MLS-2 or something better then USL. Burrito promise to be good and not sneak into games anymore!

Burrito think Miami FC need to start working on the next season today!
So Burrito going to tell you what players we need to keep for next season. Ok, Burrito love all players of Miami FC (in manly way vatos, Burrito no es puñal !) but Burrito ask players who read this blog to not cry if Burrito no mention you, sorry pero Caca pasa!
Here we go:
The Cheerleaders, ok they not players but Burrito like to look at them! Ay Chihuahua! They muy calientes! They need to come back, check out pictures!Join the Blue Angels on facebook HERE
Ok, back to players
Gale Agbossoumonde, is young player that have mucho potential! He did make bubu but we forgive him cause he young. See bubu HERE
Paulo Araujo Jr. the best player Burrito has seen since Pele! Ok, maybe not pero he is muy buen jugador de futbol!
Cristiano "Kaka" Dias like Paulo Jr he is from Brazil, many good things come from Brazil, like the tanga, las garotas (hot brazilian mamacitas) and good futbol players. So keep him cause he a good player!
Jarryd "The Hebrew Hammer" Goldberg, this vato is a work horse who play with hearts. He small like Burrito pero he is muy macho!
Pat "the Man" Hannigan, now what can Burrito say about the guy who keep Miami FC in playoff hopes? The best goalkeeper we have in a long time! Ok, ok they make 9 goles on him pero that was an off day. Burrito trust Pat as keeper so much that Burrito would trust him to guard Burritos sisters virginity, thats how much Burrito trust him!
Aaron "El Rey" King He new player who come to team and score like Burrito score with the hot mamacitas. He is opportunist and Burrito like that.
Zach "Beowulf" Kirby, Miami Ultras player of the year. Burrito no need to say more.
Tim Merrit, like Goldberg he one of those silent vatos who play with heart and no say much.
Brian Shriver another new player who in little time became fan favorite. Burrito want to see him play some more.
Zourab "Zee" Tsiskaridze,what Burrito like about Zee the most is that he is multifunctional players. He play defense, he play forward and he has cool name and no hair!

Burrito so-so favoritos:
These players make the so-so list cause sometimes they play good sometimes they make bubu pero they can stay on team cause Burrito nice dawg! Leo Inacio, Jack Traynor, Walter Ramirez and Alen Marcina

Burritos caca list includes all players not mentioned, sorry holmeses you guys go find other team.
Burrito hope the head honchos with ponchos at Miami FC and Traffic read this list and recognize Burritos abilities as talent finder. Maybe they give Burrito Fernando Clavijo's job! Burrito be much cheaper too! Burrito only ask for a few bones and quesadillas!
All Pictures by Robert Scorca
Want to see more pictures? Check out these pictures by Victor Palkaninec HERE
Do you agree with Burrito's list? What players would you keep next year and which would you give the ax?

Miami Kickers keep their playoff hopes alive. Miami FC plays Friday and Sunday against the Portland Timbers and more

Miami Kickers FC tied with the Clearwater Galactics Amazons 2-2 at St Leo College Wednesday afternoon keeping the Kickers in the mix for first place with two matches left. This is the second match this week for both teams that ends 2-2.

Our good friends and future USL rivals at Against the Run of Play (Tampa) have a great piece detailing the game. Be sure to check it out HERE

In a miamisoccerfan.com exclusive, fellow Miami Ultras announced the transfer of Midfielder Richard Perdomo to CD Platense of the Honduran first Division. We at FMB (that's for Football in Miami and Beyond dumbasses...) wish Richard luck at his new club. Read the full interview HERE
Professional soccer is a business after all and transfers like this will happen. Now we wait to see where Facundo Erpen will be headed. Erpen has been rumored to be the next Miami FC player be in the transfer market.

For those wondering about Zourab Tsiskaridze's (best known to fans as "Zee") heroics mentioned in my previous post. I could not get a hold of Zee for the details but a source tells me he was at the right place at the right time. Suffice to say he saved a child from drowning. We hope to see Zee play this weekend.

This Friday July 17th is Presidente Supermarket Day at FIU Stadium. Powerade with new ION4 will be hosting the Powerade Penalty Kick Shootout in which 4 lucky people will be selected to try and score on HotShot (Miami FC's Mascot) while competing to win a $100 shopping spree at Presidente Supermarkets. Join Miami FC as they face the Portland Timbers for Presidente Supermarket Day brought to you by Powerade ION4.

Miami Fans, the Blues will play two consecutive games against the second place Timbers on Friday 8PM and Sunday 6PM at FIU Stadium. For more information visit http://www.miamifc.com/
Let's support the Blues! Vamos Miami!

Miami FC vs Vancouver Whitecaps Fan videos plus Miami player saves a Child from drowning and more

Miami FC Defender #6 Zourab Tsiskaridze best known to fans as "Zee" is said to have saved a child from drowning. No details are known about the incident but we'll get you the full scoop. This proves Zee is a hero on and off the field. He's also a good free kicker and has already scored for the Blues. We hope to see Zee play versus the Portland Timbers this Friday and Sunday at FIU Stadium.

As posted on this blog and on miamisoccerfan.com Our friend Burrito stumbled upon 2 Miami FC tickets the other day and donated them to the Miami Ultras. To get these FREE Tickets come up with the best chant, song or belligerent rant to be used at the soccer games Friday and Sunday against Portland.
Go to the Miami Ultras site and get those free tickets! GO HERE

A few Miami FC Fans have put up a couple of videos this week of Sundays match against the Whitecaps, which I must add Miami FC won 2-1.
Though not of great quality they are entertaining. Check them out:

USL Miami FC vs. Vancouver White Caps 2 - 1 Victory


When the Blues come marching in...

M-I-A Song

Miami Fans, the Blues will play two consecutive games against the second place Timbers on Friday 8PM and Sunday 6PM at FIU Stadium. For more information visit http://www.miamifc.com/
Be sure to check out the FIU Cheerleaders as they make their debut on Friday!
Let's support the Blues! Vamos Miami!