by Ethan Johnson
May 14, 2008

This game was played on Saturday, May 10. I'm having a tough time getting enthused about recapping televised road games, but, the investigative bullet points are back from hiatus. Let's get on with it, then:

by Ethan Johnson
May 5, 2008

No fanfare or investigative bullet points for this one:

by Ethan Johnson
April 26, 2008

I have nothing nice to say about this game, so I'll keep it short and (bitter)sweet:

by Ethan Johnson
April 23, 2008

This match actually took place this past Sunday, but I have been stewing on the recap and plain stalled on writing it. In short, despite the win, I wasn't thrilled. I know, right? Me neither! Oh, totally. Anyway, let's get on with it:

by Ethan Johnson
April 13, 2008

FCD fans can technically bask in the glow of an undefeated team, however that's technical talk, as "undefeated" doesn't mean they won any games. New York came into this as a favorite, what with Juan Pablo Angel and Jozy Altidore on the roster. But Angel got injured and didn't make the trip. Might that be the game-changer? Time once more for YOUR investigative bullet points:

by Ethan Johnson
April 6, 2008

FC Dallas playing road games against Houston haven't ended well. As in, FCD has yet to score a standings point at Robertson Stadium. Might this match be the exception?

by Ethan Johnson
March 31, 2008

Hoo boy, considering the off-season wasn't very long (compared to some sports) it feels like an eternity. But I've got a new seat in the stadium, which should mean a fresh perspective, right? Which is what this season needs big time. And now, FC Dallas fans, let's make some noise for YOUR investigative bullet points:

by Ethan Johnson
February 12, 2008

This was a made-for-TV special about the USWNT, and may not be widely available for viewing. If it is airing locally, by all means, watch it. If you have children, watch it with them. The special covers the history of the USWNT from the first Womens World Cup in 1991, to the 2004 Olympics. The Hope Solo/2007 WWC controversy is not covered.

In short, this is an incredibly inspirational program. The USWNT overcame incredible hardships and setbacks (relatively speaking, in the sporting world) to rise to becoming the greatest team nobody has ever heard of. As I have reasoned in a much earlier article, narrative is an essential ingredient for compelling sporting events, and this program provides it in spades.

Here is what I learned from this show. If you don't think you'll ever get to see the program, read through the highlights: