Arrival in Mexico
03/31/2008 7:38 PM by Kyle Sheldon
¡Hola mis amigos!
We made it. After more than eight hours of travel time, we're in Pachuca, Hidalgo, Mexico. Despite the long travel today, it could have been longer - the team had a bit of a treat, as El Presidente, Kevin Payne and the owners approved a charter flight from Kansas City to Mexico. The move saved several hours of travel and allowed us to skip two layovers. Muy bueno.
It's very warm here.
The team will train this evening before getting a full night's rest in preparation for tomorrow night's game. Of note, no changes were made to the 19-man roster that departed for Kansas City on Friday. If you're not keeping track that includes the following: Zach Wells, Jose Carvallo, Bryan Namoff, Gonzalo Martinez, Gonzalo Peralta, Pat Carroll, Marc Burch, Quavas Kirk, Devon McTavish, Clyde Simms, Daniel Stratford, Marcelo Gallardo, Rodion Dyachenko, Fred, Domenic Mediate, Jaime Moreno, Franco Niell, Luciano Emilio, Santino Quaranta.
I've added some photos from the travel day, so check out the Video & Pics section.
Also, a bunch of the guys took in the movie "21" last night. In the Sheldon household, after every movie a 1-10 rating is given. I asked a few of the guys for their marks following the flick. Here they are - Marc Burch: 7; Quavas Kirk: 7; Zach Wells: 6.5 (he also said, "you have to understand what kind of movie it is and what to expect." Clyde Simms: 7.5; Daniel Stratford: 8; Domenic Mediate: 7; Rod Dyachenko: 7.
For the record, I gave it a 2. On the other hand, I watched Gone Baby Gone on the plane today - strong 9 out of 10 (Mr. Simms loved it, too). If you've seen either movie, share your rating below.
I'll check back in later with some photos from training. Big day tomorrow.
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03/31/2008 8:23 PM by boda united
This site is soooo sweet! Between Goff and here, every DCU internet fan should definitely get there share of information. Thanx!
The Latin 5 didnt watch the movie? No subtitles huh? ;-)
The Flying Gonzalo Brother's were probably calling home to their mom. 26 hours to go!
03/31/2008 8:27 PM by Kyle Sheldon
Supposedly, Señor Gallardo saw the movie (not sure in what language) and told several players it was "muy malo." I agreed.
03/31/2008 9:24 PM by Dave Lifton
I've read both books and they're very good.
03/31/2008 9:52 PM by francofan
alright ill admit with boda united. This is possibly the best site ever!!! i love it!!!! tell the boys I say good luck. They dont know who i am just tell them a fan from Sarasota, Fl is rooting for them and he is a big fan! Thanks
03/31/2008 10:31 PM by Fukk
Hello
I hope you can win the match and move to the final game of the cup
I am from argentina, and i am fan of marcelo gallardo, he is my favorite player all over the world
i am also fan of river
you can visit my two blogs
http://millonarios.wordpress.com
http://marcelogallardo.wordpress.com
i would like to keep in contact
we'll be talking
good bye
04/01/2008 12:40 AM by dalelalepra
Good luck, DCU!!