Check it out Houston fans, the Texian Army is offering discount tickets for the Houston Dynamo. If you've never been to a game, aren't impressed with soccer, are curious what all this World Cup talk is about or just love the city and want to support its teams, go on over to http://ow.ly/1yUuW and take advantage of the rock bottom lowest prices you are going to find on Houston Dynamo tickets. You can not beat the deal. It's next to nothing to experience one of the most exciting sports atmospheres in the city of Houston. Come check it out and when you love it, remember your boys at Kategorie H are the ones who suggested it first. If you hate it, take it up with Craig Waibel.
Cheers!
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Rockets Wrap Up
So the Rockets finished up their 2009-2010 campaign last night falling to the New Orleans Hornets, missing the playoffs and finishing just barley over .500. It would seem like a welcome end to a rough season, but around the city optimism seems to be flowing freely. In a year without Yao the Rockets have seemingly exceeded expectations of a miserable season and given hope for next season.
The Good
Aaron Brooks has come alive in the absence of TMac and Yao leading the rockets in points, averaging over 20 per game. His skills and performance landed him the Most Improved Player award.
Luis Scola continued to shine as a leader of this squad averaging just over 16 points a game and leading the team in rebounding, averaging 8. Look to Scola to continue to be a force for the Red.
Trevor Ariza had a break out year notching his first triple double in last nights losing effort to the Hornets. Since he came to Houston in the Artest trade, we have seen him develop as a player and contribute more and more each game. His leadership will be key as the Rockets mover forward.
The Bad:
With Yao injured and TMac traded (finally) the Rockets seemed to lack upper level leadership. We had an amazing group of core players with no driving force behind it. With Yao returning, the game play that has given the Rockets success this year will need to change drastically, and Yao's future with the team will need to be decided. The rumors swirling around the Rockets acquiring Chris Bosh from Toronto will play heavily into this. If we land Bosh do we move him to a big forward position, or do we put Yao on the block and build our team around Bosh? Time will only tell but if Rockets GM Daryl Morey has proven anything in the past, its that he is not afraid to make the big moves when needed.
The other main concern for the off season home team is defense. The Rockets performed miserably defensively this season and will need to find a way to address that situation. They've been dynamic in scoring but have lacked in their ability to stop the opposing teams. The rest of the league will most certainly be watching Rockets videos and will have an answer for their run and gun style of offense, it would be good if the home team could change it up a little and come out swinging not only in scoring, but in defending as well. With a few key pieces lining up for the Rockets, I see a play off run in the very near future. Until next season, Cheers!
The Good
Aaron Brooks has come alive in the absence of TMac and Yao leading the rockets in points, averaging over 20 per game. His skills and performance landed him the Most Improved Player award.
Luis Scola continued to shine as a leader of this squad averaging just over 16 points a game and leading the team in rebounding, averaging 8. Look to Scola to continue to be a force for the Red.
Trevor Ariza had a break out year notching his first triple double in last nights losing effort to the Hornets. Since he came to Houston in the Artest trade, we have seen him develop as a player and contribute more and more each game. His leadership will be key as the Rockets mover forward.
The Bad:
With Yao injured and TMac traded (finally) the Rockets seemed to lack upper level leadership. We had an amazing group of core players with no driving force behind it. With Yao returning, the game play that has given the Rockets success this year will need to change drastically, and Yao's future with the team will need to be decided. The rumors swirling around the Rockets acquiring Chris Bosh from Toronto will play heavily into this. If we land Bosh do we move him to a big forward position, or do we put Yao on the block and build our team around Bosh? Time will only tell but if Rockets GM Daryl Morey has proven anything in the past, its that he is not afraid to make the big moves when needed.
The other main concern for the off season home team is defense. The Rockets performed miserably defensively this season and will need to find a way to address that situation. They've been dynamic in scoring but have lacked in their ability to stop the opposing teams. The rest of the league will most certainly be watching Rockets videos and will have an answer for their run and gun style of offense, it would be good if the home team could change it up a little and come out swinging not only in scoring, but in defending as well. With a few key pieces lining up for the Rockets, I see a play off run in the very near future. Until next season, Cheers!
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Dynamo offer Tax Relief for all!
Tax time have you stressed? Just what the hell is EZ about the 1040 anyway? Credits, Deductions, AGI and Exemptions. Anyway even if you are a Tax Procastrinator (yeah me too) you need to get that done on time or the Fed's could really mess up your day. Your Houston Dynamo understand and have an offer for this weekends game that does not need Accountants and Attorneys to figure out if it's fiscally responsible. So check this out:
Dynamo offer Tax Day ticket discount
$10.40 ticket prices available on April 15 only
HOUSTON, TX (Wednesday, April 14, 2010) -- In recognition of Thursday’s deadline for federal tax returns, the Houston Dynamo are offering some relief in the form of a special ticket promotion. The Tax Day Dynamo Discount offers tickets to Saturday’s match against Chivas USA at Robertson Stadium, which kicks off at 3 p.m., for just $10.40 in honor of the Internal Revenue Service’s 1040 individual tax form.
This one-day deal is available only on Thursday, April 15, and tickets can be purchased by logging on to HoustonDynamo.com/tax or by calling (713) 276-7500.
“This promotion is a light-hearted stab at relieving some of the stress associated with this time of year,” Dynamo Senior Vice President Rocky Harris said. “We hope that many tax-paying Dynamo fans will take advantage of this stimulus and feel it is a perfect way to put tax day behind them.”
The Dynamo are unbeaten in their last nine games against Saturday’s opponent, Chivas USA, and are looking to bounce back from a 2-0 home loss last Saturday.
The Dynamo will host the 2010 Major League Soccer All-Star Game this summer at Reliant Stadium, and tickets are available in Dynamo season ticket packages, on sale now at HoustonDynamo.com or by calling (713) 276-7500.
The Houston Dynamo are a Major League Soccer franchise that has won two MLS Cup championships in its first four seasons and represented the United States in four consecutive regional championships. For more information, log on to www.HoustonDynamo.com or call (713) 276-7500.
$10.40 ticket prices available on April 15 only
HOUSTON, TX (Wednesday, April 14, 2010) -- In recognition of Thursday’s deadline for federal tax returns, the Houston Dynamo are offering some relief in the form of a special ticket promotion. The Tax Day Dynamo Discount offers tickets to Saturday’s match against Chivas USA at Robertson Stadium, which kicks off at 3 p.m., for just $10.40 in honor of the Internal Revenue Service’s 1040 individual tax form.
This one-day deal is available only on Thursday, April 15, and tickets can be purchased by logging on to HoustonDynamo.com/tax or by calling (713) 276-7500.
“This promotion is a light-hearted stab at relieving some of the stress associated with this time of year,” Dynamo Senior Vice President Rocky Harris said. “We hope that many tax-paying Dynamo fans will take advantage of this stimulus and feel it is a perfect way to put tax day behind them.”
The Dynamo are unbeaten in their last nine games against Saturday’s opponent, Chivas USA, and are looking to bounce back from a 2-0 home loss last Saturday.
The Dynamo will host the 2010 Major League Soccer All-Star Game this summer at Reliant Stadium, and tickets are available in Dynamo season ticket packages, on sale now at HoustonDynamo.com or by calling (713) 276-7500.
The Houston Dynamo are a Major League Soccer franchise that has won two MLS Cup championships in its first four seasons and represented the United States in four consecutive regional championships. For more information, log on to www.HoustonDynamo.com or call (713) 276-7500.
So get some good tickets for a great price and Support the Orange against that other team from LA this weekend! If you always wanted to check out what the Supporters Sections are all about, the Texian Army has the same deal here: http://texianarmy.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=category§ionid=9&id=95&Itemid=68
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Joseph Ngwenya - Full Circle?
The last time most Houston Dynamo Fans saw Forward Joseph Ngwenya was after MLS Cup 2007, a game in which he scored the equalizer and helped Houston win their 2nd Title in two years. After that game Joseph decided the time was right for a move to Europe to ply his trade. Apparently he had some interesting experiences in the last few years.
I caught up with Joseph Ngwenya after the Houston Dynamo – LA Galaxy game last Saturday and we talked about his journey in the last two years.
Offe: Joe, the last time we saw you here in Houston was after you won MLS Cup 2007 with a big smile on your face obviously. Can you tell us a bit about what happened after that?
JN: Yeah, you know I wanted a change in scenery and it’s every Players dream to go play in Europe whether it works out or doesn’t. Sometimes it does and sometimes it doesn’t but I wanted to give it a shot and it did not work out as I had planned it to be. It was a great experience and I learned quite a bit and I am just back now.
Offe: When you initially left Houston you trialed with Alemania Aachen in Germany?
JN: Yeah
Offe: And then you actually had a chance at a trial with Bayern Muenchen, how was that environment there?
JN: It was really absolutely incredible, the Players and the Facilities were great. World Class Players.
Offe: So it was like a dream come true just to be there?
JN: Yeah, just unbelievable.
Offe: That was the feeling many of us had here when we saw the pictures of you there. After that you signed with SK Kaernten in Austria?
JN: No, I actually signed with them before.
Offe: So you signed with Kaernten before the trials?
JN: Yeah, I signed a six month contract with them and after that I signed in Turkey.
Offe: With Antalyaspor correct? How was that experience?
JN: It was a good place to play but you know, Turkish teams have their problems with finances and so on.
Offe: Are there many problems with finances in the Turkish League?
JN: Yeah it just did not work out.
Offe: When you were in Austria what happened there?
JN: It was ok, I signed only on a six month contract but after my first game the Coach was fired and the new Coach came in.
Offe: Right, the Coach that signed you was Schachner I think and then Schinkels came in?
JN: Yeah, Schinkels did not have me in his plans and since it was only a six month contract so I just rode it out.
Offe: We were all wondering what happened since you practically disappeared after 53 Minutes in that first game, even the Kaernten fans were speculating what happened. Different Coach different mentality I suppose?
JN: Yeah, but that’s Football you know?
Offe: And then the move to Antalyaspor were you say there were problems with the finances. Does that happen a lot in Turkey when the Club is smaller than say Galatasaray or Fenerbace?
JN: Actually it was funny because Frank Ribery played in Turkey and also he had problems with Galatasaray so it happens.
Offe: But you got to follow your dreams and try to make it happen…
JN: Exactly, that’s life. You take what life gives you, ups and downs. Just like you said, we just won the MLS Cup so I was up and then I was down.
Offe: What did you do when you left Turkey?
JN: I just left now and it has been a legal battle just to get free so that’s what’s been happening and I trained for a little while with Carolina.
Offe: Carolina Railhawks?
JN: Yeah, I went through the Pre Season with them….
Offe: Just to get back in shape?
JN: Yeah, you have to get back in shape.
Offe: So how is the Trial here going?
JN: It’s good and it’s nice to be back and see the guy’s and the Coaching Staff. We will see what happens.
I caught up with Joseph Ngwenya after the Houston Dynamo – LA Galaxy game last Saturday and we talked about his journey in the last two years.
Offe: Joe, the last time we saw you here in Houston was after you won MLS Cup 2007 with a big smile on your face obviously. Can you tell us a bit about what happened after that?
JN: Yeah, you know I wanted a change in scenery and it’s every Players dream to go play in Europe whether it works out or doesn’t. Sometimes it does and sometimes it doesn’t but I wanted to give it a shot and it did not work out as I had planned it to be. It was a great experience and I learned quite a bit and I am just back now.
Offe: When you initially left Houston you trialed with Alemania Aachen in Germany?
JN: Yeah
Offe: And then you actually had a chance at a trial with Bayern Muenchen, how was that environment there?
JN: It was really absolutely incredible, the Players and the Facilities were great. World Class Players.
Offe: So it was like a dream come true just to be there?
JN: Yeah, just unbelievable.
Offe: That was the feeling many of us had here when we saw the pictures of you there. After that you signed with SK Kaernten in Austria?
JN: No, I actually signed with them before.
Offe: So you signed with Kaernten before the trials?
JN: Yeah, I signed a six month contract with them and after that I signed in Turkey.
Offe: With Antalyaspor correct? How was that experience?
JN: It was a good place to play but you know, Turkish teams have their problems with finances and so on.
Offe: Are there many problems with finances in the Turkish League?
JN: Yeah it just did not work out.
Offe: When you were in Austria what happened there?
JN: It was ok, I signed only on a six month contract but after my first game the Coach was fired and the new Coach came in.
Offe: Right, the Coach that signed you was Schachner I think and then Schinkels came in?
JN: Yeah, Schinkels did not have me in his plans and since it was only a six month contract so I just rode it out.
Offe: We were all wondering what happened since you practically disappeared after 53 Minutes in that first game, even the Kaernten fans were speculating what happened. Different Coach different mentality I suppose?
JN: Yeah, but that’s Football you know?
Offe: And then the move to Antalyaspor were you say there were problems with the finances. Does that happen a lot in Turkey when the Club is smaller than say Galatasaray or Fenerbace?
JN: Actually it was funny because Frank Ribery played in Turkey and also he had problems with Galatasaray so it happens.
Offe: But you got to follow your dreams and try to make it happen…
JN: Exactly, that’s life. You take what life gives you, ups and downs. Just like you said, we just won the MLS Cup so I was up and then I was down.
Offe: What did you do when you left Turkey?
JN: I just left now and it has been a legal battle just to get free so that’s what’s been happening and I trained for a little while with Carolina.
Offe: Carolina Railhawks?
JN: Yeah, I went through the Pre Season with them….
Offe: Just to get back in shape?
JN: Yeah, you have to get back in shape.
Offe: So how is the Trial here going?
JN: It’s good and it’s nice to be back and see the guy’s and the Coaching Staff. We will see what happens.
Offe: Thanks for the time Joe and the best of luck with the trial.
JN: Danke schoen!
Since then it has been confirmed that the Dynamo have made an offer to bring Joseph back to the team once the paperwork is finalized.
Welcome back Joe, full circle indeed!!
One Step Closer!!!
This morning the Harris County Commissioners approved the Dynamo Stadium deal 5-0. Amazing times. Here's the word according to the Houston Chronicle.
http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/sports/soc/6956695.html
Shortly afterwards team President Oliver Luck issued a thank you via the Dynamo website. In the words of Luck: "Dynamo fans, you have been rock-solid in your support of this effort. On behalf of the team, I want to thank you for taking the time to communicate with and appear before City Council and Commissioners Court. Your unwavering belief in the project did not go unnoticed by our elected officials, and because of your dedication, we are on the cusp of something very special. Thank you!"
http://www.houstondynamo.com/news/2010/04/lucks-letter-dynamo-fans-supporters
It's a big day Houston fans. As Oliver Luck said, we are on the cusp of something very special and it's going to be a day beneficial for the entire city of Houston. It's a big step in the development of the east end of Downtown and a move in the right direction moving the City of Houston to a truly world class level. Cheers to the city, the Dynamo, and yes, even the County Commissioners.
http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/sports/soc/6956695.html
Shortly afterwards team President Oliver Luck issued a thank you via the Dynamo website. In the words of Luck: "Dynamo fans, you have been rock-solid in your support of this effort. On behalf of the team, I want to thank you for taking the time to communicate with and appear before City Council and Commissioners Court. Your unwavering belief in the project did not go unnoticed by our elected officials, and because of your dedication, we are on the cusp of something very special. Thank you!"
http://www.houstondynamo.com/news/2010/04/lucks-letter-dynamo-fans-supporters
It's a big day Houston fans. As Oliver Luck said, we are on the cusp of something very special and it's going to be a day beneficial for the entire city of Houston. It's a big step in the development of the east end of Downtown and a move in the right direction moving the City of Houston to a truly world class level. Cheers to the city, the Dynamo, and yes, even the County Commissioners.
Monday, April 12, 2010
Back at it
So, the blog thing never really caught on once we got moving with making shirts and trying to run our website. That being said, we're bringing it back. I'm going to try to get back going updating you on all things Houston. So apologies for the time we've spent away but thanks for checking it out now that we're back. Here's a little bit on the state of sports in Houston.
Houston Dynamo:
Starting off the season 1-1-1, the Dynamo have had moments of brilliance and moments of sheer garbage. A tie in Frisco against the hated rivals of FC Dallas (whose supporters, I hear, enjoy sharing stadium space with their opponents) started the season on a predictable slow note. An incredible 2 penalty kicks lead the Orange past defending Champions Real Salt Lake and a downright miserable performance against LA rounded out the first three games of the season. With holes needing filling in midfield and on the defense, and question marks in the forward position, the Houston faithful are holding on to the old adage "In Dom We Trust" hoping our fearless coach will lead us again to the Cup.
Houston Rockets:
It's been a long injury prone season but with 2 games left the Rockets are promising to finish over .500. At 41-39 the Rockets won't make it to the playoffs, but will finish strong especially given the lack of leadership on the team. That isn't to say certain players haven't stepped up, but the Rockets are certainly lacking in the superstar role. The off season should be interesting and rest assured that the return of Yao Ming will have an incredible impact on a roster that would be considered one of the best supporting casts in the NBA. I have to believe that once the free agent dust settles and Lebron and DWade land where they will, the Rockets will be making major moves towards building a championship worthy team.
Houston Astros:
Not much to say here. We knew coming into the 2010 season that it was going to be a long one, but I'm not sure anyone knew exactly how long that meant. With a 5-0 loss today, we have officially started the season 0-7. Granted, our first three series have been against the best teams in the National League, we have shown very little attempts at offense and never looked dangerous. Just between you and me, if Roy O, Puma, and Carlos Lee are all still on the team by the all star break, I will take that as a sign that something is terribly wrong with our club. It's going to be a long year, but as any good Houston fan knows, there's always next year.
That's the update folks, thanks for reading! Hopefully we'll keep this thing going including visiting contributors adding their Houston related expertise. Check back regularly and we'll keep this thing going. See you around town.
Houston Dynamo:
Starting off the season 1-1-1, the Dynamo have had moments of brilliance and moments of sheer garbage. A tie in Frisco against the hated rivals of FC Dallas (whose supporters, I hear, enjoy sharing stadium space with their opponents) started the season on a predictable slow note. An incredible 2 penalty kicks lead the Orange past defending Champions Real Salt Lake and a downright miserable performance against LA rounded out the first three games of the season. With holes needing filling in midfield and on the defense, and question marks in the forward position, the Houston faithful are holding on to the old adage "In Dom We Trust" hoping our fearless coach will lead us again to the Cup.
Houston Rockets:
It's been a long injury prone season but with 2 games left the Rockets are promising to finish over .500. At 41-39 the Rockets won't make it to the playoffs, but will finish strong especially given the lack of leadership on the team. That isn't to say certain players haven't stepped up, but the Rockets are certainly lacking in the superstar role. The off season should be interesting and rest assured that the return of Yao Ming will have an incredible impact on a roster that would be considered one of the best supporting casts in the NBA. I have to believe that once the free agent dust settles and Lebron and DWade land where they will, the Rockets will be making major moves towards building a championship worthy team.
Houston Astros:
Not much to say here. We knew coming into the 2010 season that it was going to be a long one, but I'm not sure anyone knew exactly how long that meant. With a 5-0 loss today, we have officially started the season 0-7. Granted, our first three series have been against the best teams in the National League, we have shown very little attempts at offense and never looked dangerous. Just between you and me, if Roy O, Puma, and Carlos Lee are all still on the team by the all star break, I will take that as a sign that something is terribly wrong with our club. It's going to be a long year, but as any good Houston fan knows, there's always next year.
That's the update folks, thanks for reading! Hopefully we'll keep this thing going including visiting contributors adding their Houston related expertise. Check back regularly and we'll keep this thing going. See you around town.
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