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We’ve been calling this for so long that it’s anti-climatic….
Philly Union Bound?? Soehn could be reunited with Peter Nowak
Tom Soehn removes name from consideration for Head Coach of D.C. United
Process for finding United’s next head coach will begin immediately
Washington, D.C. (November 3, 2009) – D.C. United announced today Head Coach Tom Soehn has removed his name from consideration for United’s head coaching position ahead of his contract expiring at the end of the calendar year. Soehn served the Black-and-Red as an assistant from 2004-2006, before leading the club to two major trophies, a Supporters’ Shield in 2007 and a U.S. Open Cup in 2008, in three seasons as head coach. The process for finding United’s next head coach will begin immediately.
“Tommy has done an outstanding job at D.C. United, first as an assistant and then as our head coach,” said United President and CEO Kevin Payne. “Over the past three seasons, Tommy has faced greater challenges than any other Major League Soccer coach. His record in all competitions this season was outstanding and he should not be judged on the basis of missing the MLS Cup Playoffs. Tommy is a fine young coach and I know we will face him in the future in MLS play. I wish him all of the luck in the world.”
Soehn was named Head Coach of D.C. United on December 21, 2006. The Black-and-Red won the 2007 Supporters’ Shield and the 2008 U.S. Open Cup under his guidance. In all competitions, Soehn posted a career mark of 55-48-31. United was 36-30-24 in League play in his three seasons at the helm.
“My family and I have spent a lot of time in reaching this very difficult decision,” said Soehn. “I’ve been fortunate to spend the last six seasons with this organization. I’d like to thank the staff and fans for their support throughout my tenure. In particular, I’d like to thank Kevin Payne, Dave Kasper, Chad Ashton, Mark Simpson, Francisco Tobar, Brian Goodstein, David Brauzer and the entire technical staff. When you’re in this business, the experiences you face together forge special bonds and friendships that will always remain. My appreciation also extends to the players. We accomplished a lot together since I arrived in 2004 and I thank them for their dedication and wish them the best in the seasons ahead.”
Soehn joined Peter Nowak’s coaching staff prior to the 2004 campaign. In three seasons as an assistant coach, United won two major titles, the 2004 MLS Cup and the 2006 Supporters’ Shield.
“I want to thank Tommy for his six years of great service at D.C. United,” said United General Manager Dave Kasper. “He is a terrific friend and colleague, and he played a major role in the club winning four trophies during his time here. He is a bright young coach who has a big career ahead of him. I wish him continued success with his next coaching position and his family the best of luck always.”
There’s more over on BehindTheBadge.com…
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He’ll probably end up at the Fire after Hamlett’s contract doesn’t get renewed this offseason.
Then again, the Fire have done dumber things (resigning Justin Mapp).
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Soehn is not a bad coach its just DC had one tough schedule and have underperformed.
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We Win Trophies? Need to be in the playoffs for that to happen.
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That’s a load off our shoulders. Now can he take lazy ass emilio with him?
You crack me up A. Now if you could only find new material.
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Get ready to hear it for a long time. Once you guys put that one out there and could not come through on it so it now goes the other way. You chucked that in peoples faces until it no longer served you but now it serves us. Any idiot would have avoided saying that since if you did not win it would be hell. Ever since Cry Baby started that there seems to be a curse on your club. Shall we call it the We Win Trophies Curse. Sounds good to me and now go out and prove it does not exist. Think about it…dwell on it…oh what fun!
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Aww imagine that. Seattle fans whining like little girls. Never saw that one coming, especially the team who has Ljunberg and Montero.
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DC Brass hope you take a good look at the coach of the PR Islanders. That guy has international exposure and plenty of american league experience.
Plus he gets his teams to perform with attacking minded football. Thats what DC is about.
It’s a shame but the reality is that the squad of three years ago is done. can’t keep trying to relive the 2004 season. Gotta start a new with the young talent we got. So lets thannk Moreno and Olsen without dragging them through this rebuilding stuff.
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A sounds like a delusional middle schooler. Yes A, us fans directed that ticket sales campaign right at you, instead of the local DC sports fans who it was originally meant for.
Lay off the caffeine.
Anyways I’m rooting for a Marco Etcheverry- Jaime Moreno tandem.
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D.C. needs to get a stadium. They are adrift. The organization is suffering from lack of direction.
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A – you should stop talking, you represent sounders fan very poorly.
shame to see soehn leave DC, unfortunately this hurts DC quite a bit. I think there must be fire behind the scenes, because as a coach of a team like that, you don’t just walk away – especially given what he’s done there.
you will have seasons that you don’t make the postseason. unfortunately for DC, the bar has been set so high, that not winning some silverware is considered a “failure”. sad to hear.
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Things that would be more helpful to Philly than reuniting Soehn with Nowak: players, a finished stadium, sponsors, jerseys…the list goes on and on…
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