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Ageroo
06-18-2012, 12:02 PM
As per Larson:


Toronto Sun ‏@TheTorontoSun ALERT: #TFC (http://redpatchboys.ca/#!/search/%23TFC) players Miguel Aceval, Nick Soolsma and Luis Silva were jailed in Houston for public intoxication last night.

Ageroo
06-18-2012, 12:03 PM
looks like Sooslma, Silva and Aceval

DaBandit
06-18-2012, 12:04 PM
well i guess when your 1-10 it make sense that you were pounding the bottle.. Just another day in the TFC soap opera..

Ageroo
06-18-2012, 12:05 PM
Silva mug shot....


Kurtis Larson ‏@KurtLarSUN Silva arrest photo: http://pic.twitter.com/SlDAsgt0 (http://t.co/SlDAsgt0)

Derko
06-18-2012, 12:07 PM
Maybe the whole team needs to get together and have a good old 'Piss Up' and become a team again, then move forward,lol

Ageroo
06-18-2012, 12:09 PM
Kurtis Larson ‏@KurtLarSUN The Toronto Sun has learned #TFC (http://redpatchboys.ca/#!/search/%23TFC) players Miguel Aceval, Nick Soolsma and Luis Silva were jailed in Houston for public intox overnight.


Oh boy....this is the season of all seasons......

ryan
06-18-2012, 12:09 PM
lol well done lads.

ryan
06-18-2012, 12:10 PM
http://storage.canoe.ca/v1/dynamic_resize/sws_path/suns-prod-images/1297274930521_ORIGINAL.jpg?quality=80&size=420x

Pinkie
06-18-2012, 12:10 PM
riiidiculous. the hell could they have been doing to get arrested?

also what kind of sanctions from the club could they face?

ryan
06-18-2012, 12:10 PM
one tried to escape! hahahaha



The Toronto Sun has learned Toronto FC players Miguel Aceval, Nick Soolsma and Luis Silva were jailed in Houston for public intoxication overnight.
The TFC trio were taken into custody at Club Escobar in the 2900 block of Travis St.
"There was a large disturbance outside the club called," a Houston Police spokesman told the Sun. "Our officers tried to disperse the fight at which time they refused to leave and then began to have verbal altercations with the officers.
"One of them ran and so the officer ran and the officer took him into custody."
Aceval, Soolsma and Silva confirmed to police they were in Texas for a match against the Houston Dynamo on Wednesday.

brad
06-18-2012, 12:12 PM
Good work. Nothing says dedication to your team like going on a pissup when you have 2 games in 5 days...

Phil
06-18-2012, 12:12 PM
Oh man.... really?

Someone please tell me this is a joke.

DaBandit
06-18-2012, 12:13 PM
one tried to escape! hahahaha

LMFAO!!! I mean of all people to try to run away Aceval or Soolsma, really??? It must have been Silva.. LOL

ryan
06-18-2012, 12:14 PM
Oh man.... really?

Someone please tell me this is a joke.

https://p.twimg.com/AvsBdZBCMAAEwke.jpg


"Do I look like I'm joking?"

brad
06-18-2012, 12:15 PM
http://www.torontosun.com/2012/06/18/tfc-players-busted-in-drunken-brawl

A brawl?

jrober38
06-18-2012, 12:16 PM
Cut them all.

This is inexcusable and has to break team rules.

Canary10
06-18-2012, 12:17 PM
LMFAO!!! I mean of all people to try to run away Aceval or Soolsma, really??? It must have been Silva.. LOL


Lol. That's hilarious. Although Soolsma may have fooled the cops with his fancy footwork.

ag futbol
06-18-2012, 12:17 PM
If there's one thing you can learn by following TFC: shit can always get worse!

In all seriousness though, who knows how something like this went down? Getting arrested for public intoxication in the US can be a matter of running into the wrong police officer at times... I'd rather leave the players and what they do off the field out of the equation, although I doubt this helps their conditioning, with the exception of Aceval who looks to be rounding into form to attend beerfest this fall

DaBandit
06-18-2012, 12:17 PM
You have to give it to TFC, they are NEVER boring.. There's ALWAYS something to talk about..

werewolf
06-18-2012, 12:18 PM
We should give a trial to the policeman that caught one of them. Could be a useful winger with that pace...well unless it was Aceval he was catching.

Phil
06-18-2012, 12:18 PM
Its official. The muppet show...

Pinkie
06-18-2012, 12:18 PM
Good work. Nothing says dedication to your team like going on a pissup when you have 2 games in 5 days...

to be fair, it's not like they're guaranteed starters.

ag futbol
06-18-2012, 12:18 PM
Lol. That's hilarious. Although Soolsma may have fooled the cops with his fancy footwork.
He was just too slow to break away! *zing*

kodiakTFC
06-18-2012, 12:19 PM
My guess is Aceval ran, explains why he was caught.

Canary10
06-18-2012, 12:19 PM
If there's one thing you can learn by following TFC: shit can always get worse!

In all seriousness though, who knows how something like this went down? Getting arrested for public intoxication in the US can be a matter of running into the wrong police officer at times... I'd rather leave the players and what they do off the field out of the equation, although I doubt this helps their conditioning, with the exception of Aceval who looks to be rounding into form to attend beerfest this fall

Yes. "Rounding" into form is correct.

ryan
06-18-2012, 12:21 PM
If anyone was wondering if we've sunk to the depths of a pub league club....well...I think that's been answered.

Canary10
06-18-2012, 12:24 PM
At least they're finally showing some fight!

DaBandit
06-18-2012, 12:25 PM
'None of you coppers can catch me, I'm a professional athlete.. DUH!'

I can't believe that one of them actually tried to run, that is gold jerry, gold i tell you. Anyways what does that say about this team, one dude tries to run away from the fuzz and leave the other two high and dry.. well not so dry in this instance but you get my drift..

Oldtimer
06-18-2012, 12:25 PM
Wow.

I can understand why TFC fans would be driven to drink :), but the players?

It draws into question team discipline.

Now I wonder if TFC-TV will feature the arrest, along with jail-room interviews with the players on how much the team is improving game-by-game? :prrr:

ag futbol
06-18-2012, 12:25 PM
Here's the 1.9M dollar question: does JDG provide the bail money?

Red I
06-18-2012, 12:27 PM
If they are break rules of conduct, can they be removed from the roster as it that nullifies their contract, and therefore cancelled from the cap hit? Dude, I think Silva and Soolsma just goaded Aceval into getting cut from the roster!! These guys are now my heroes... Ingenious!

Oldtimer
06-18-2012, 12:28 PM
http://escobarhouston.com/


Escobar is an ultra exclusive bar and lounge. It is a sanctuary for Houston’s elite in one of America’s most dynamic cities. Boasting a sophisticated and music driven atmosphere, Escobar has recently been remodeled, adding a sultry feel to the lowly lit bar and nightclub. Private parties and bottle service available. 21 and up only.

http://escobarhouston.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/DSC_0021.jpg


Handy for them to do this just before the transfer window opens...

Nuvinho
06-18-2012, 12:29 PM
I should drop Silva from my fantasy team, he aint starting wednesday.

ryan
06-18-2012, 12:30 PM
If they are break rules of conduct, can they be removed from the roster as it that nullifies their contract, and therefore cancelled from the cap hit? Dude, I think Silva and Soolsma just goaded Aceval into getting cut from the roster!! These guys are now my heroes... Ingenious!

LOL

But Soolsma will be flying back to dutchland instead of Toronto if that was actually truth. Mariner won't be giving him another minute at this point, not that he was going to anyways.

Huyton
06-18-2012, 12:30 PM
Will this stop them from being able to get into the States in future?

ag futbol
06-18-2012, 12:31 PM
Now I wonder if TFC-TV will feature the arrest, along with jail-room interviews with the players on how much the team is improving game-by-game? :prrr:
Hey we are leading the league in arrests.

TFC! TFC! TFC!

brad
06-18-2012, 12:31 PM
to be fair, it's not like they're guaranteed starters.

Disagree. Players on the fringes of the starting 11 should be busting their asses in training to force their way into the starting 11. That's the way it works in real teams.

ryan
06-18-2012, 12:32 PM
Will this stop them from being able to get into the States in future?


I imagine it's possible because American law is silly, but I'm sure many Canucks/Others have been arrested for being drunk in the US and returned. Likely a common thing.

Auzzy
06-18-2012, 12:34 PM
If you didn't laugh, you would have to cry. Some comedy gold if you search for #TFC on Twitter:



The best part of the #TFC arrest story? One of these "pro athletes" tried running away from custody, but failed.. #YouKnowYoureShitWhen...


@KurtLarSUN Free the TFC 3 #tfc


Breaking news, the #tfc 3 were drinking WInterbrau last night in Houston


Ideally, singer shows up sober. RT @torontofc: #TorontoFC supporters - win a chance to perform the #MLS anthem: http://bit.ly/KsYNLU #TFC


#TFC players Miguel Aceval, Nick Soolsma and Luis Silva were jailed in Houston for public intox overnight. TFC= The Bad News Bears of #MLS


Lol at "tried"... More sprints at training..Next time they might actually get away! #TFC


Well of course... If #TFC plays drinking games, they're gonna lose every time. #MLS


In the #TFC players defense they are the worse team in the MLS #mightaswelldrink


Jesus, Toronto players can't even party right. #TFC


@KurtLarSUN #TFC Can only improve their game!




On a more sober note (no pun in ten did): "Re #TFC arrests- not clear if any charges were brought but it could affect their US immigration status if they are."

I feel bad if this affects Soolsma and Silva long term. Aceval, not so much.

Jack
06-18-2012, 12:35 PM
I imagine that it depends on what sort of charges, if any, are laid. But it could, on the whim of some asshole homeland security guy, cause issues.

My mind just boggles at the stupidity of this.

moralis
06-18-2012, 12:36 PM
Vancouver Whitecaps introduce Barry Robson while three TFC players are arrested for public intoxication in Houston. I'm sick of this team. If things don't improve on and off the field. I'm going to have to re think renewing my seasons tickets. Can't take this garbage anymore.

Canary10
06-18-2012, 12:36 PM
If you didn't laugh, you would have to cry. Some comedy gold if you search for #TFC on Twitter:




On a more sober note (no pun in ten did): "Re #TFC arrests- not clear if any charges were brought but it could affect their US immigration status if they are."

I feel bad if this affects Soolsma and Silva long term. Aceval, not so much.


I like this one:

Judge: What's your defence. TFC3: We have no defence, your honour

ryan
06-18-2012, 12:37 PM
missed this gem


Chris Young ‏@HighParkCy (https://twitter.com/#%21/HighParkCy) @cathalkelly (https://twitter.com/#%21/cathalkelly) @KurtLarSUN (https://twitter.com/#%21/KurtLarSUN) Judge: What's your defence. TFC3: We have no defence, your honour

ag futbol
06-18-2012, 12:37 PM
Can we get a hash tag going for this? I think we can rival TFC major announcement.

Oldtimer
06-18-2012, 12:38 PM
Can we get a hash tag going for this? I think we can rival TFC major announcement.

I think we already have one #worstteamintheworld

Always include #FireAnselmi, we want that one to trend.

Cashcleaner
06-18-2012, 12:39 PM
The Toronto Sun has learned Toronto FC players Miguel Aceval, Nick Soolsma and Luis Silva were jailed in Houston for public intoxication overnight.
The TFC trio were taken into custody at Club Escobar in the 2900 block of Travis St.
"There was a large disturbance outside the club called," a Houston Police spokesman told the Sun. "Our officers tried to disperse the fight at which time they refused to leave and then began to have verbal altercations with the officers.
"One of them ran and so the officer ran and the officer took him into custody."
Aceval, Soolsma and Silva confirmed to police they were in Texas for a match against the Houston Dynamo on Wednesday.

Wait a minute. One of our players, a guy who's supposed to be an athlete at the peak of physical fitness and conditioned for endurance and stamina, was caught while running?! Please tell me the cops had a cruiser or something.

RPB_RED_NATION_RPB
06-18-2012, 12:39 PM
Pack there BAGS....and send them on the f'ing way!!...What a f'in disgrace!

Auzzy
06-18-2012, 12:39 PM
I like this one:

Judge: What's your defence. TFC3: We have no defence, your honour


missed this gem

Yup, tweets coming in so fast that I can't keep up. Sadly, this is spreading faster on Twitter than any TFC news I have ever witnessed.

UltraSuperMegaMo
06-18-2012, 12:39 PM
Silva is American, so I can't see it causing him problems. The other two, maybe?

Oldtimer
06-18-2012, 12:40 PM
^ Wait a minute. One of our players, a guy who's supposed to be an athlete at the peak of physical fitness and conditioned for endurance and stamina, was caught while running?!

http://cdn.ientry.com/sites/webpronews/pictures/anthony_320x245.jpg

(real Houston cop)

denime
06-18-2012, 12:41 PM
It's good to see that new head coach has his player 100% under control,I'm sure locker room atmosphere improved to since new coach took over after stubbing in the back Winter.

Toronto Flying Circus continues.

Jack
06-18-2012, 12:42 PM
Silva is American, so likely won't have immigration issues, but Soolsma and Aceval very well could.

Suds
06-18-2012, 12:42 PM
Bahahahaaaaahahaaa!! What a fucking joke this organization has become. Starts at the top. Why would the players be professional when the person who heads it is clueless and runs the club like shit.

tfcleeds
06-18-2012, 12:43 PM
Never a dull moment with this club.

Just One Man
06-18-2012, 12:44 PM
:rofl:

I love this team.

Parkdale
06-18-2012, 12:45 PM
HAHAHAHAHAHA....

how did players end up arrested before the supporters?

Nuvinho
06-18-2012, 12:45 PM
I go by the name Nicky - Nick Soolsma told cops. They had a tough time finding him in the system....haha!!

ensco
06-18-2012, 12:46 PM
I think I feel sorry for these guys. I think.

Auzzy
06-18-2012, 12:46 PM
Just when you think things can't get any worse with TFC... they get worse.

Nuvinho
06-18-2012, 12:47 PM
Soolsma - released
Aceval - released
Silva - probably traded

Auzzy
06-18-2012, 12:48 PM
More info from the Star: http://www.thestar.com/sports/soccer/article/1213038--three-toronto-fc-players-arrested-for-public-intoxication-in-houston#.T99owydlqJ0.twitter


Defender Miguel Aceval and midfielders Luis Silva and Nick Soolsma all face Class C misdemeanor charges for public intoxication after the incident outside Club Escobar at 2:45 a.m., said Victor Senties of the Houston police.

Silva was arrested after a short foot chance, Senties said.

Code Red
06-18-2012, 12:49 PM
Wow! Just fucking WOW! Don't know about the rest of you but I'm seriously thinking about wearing a brown paper bag over my head on Saturday. I think it's safe to say we've hit rock bottom. :facepalm:

Parkdale
06-18-2012, 12:52 PM
Wow! Just fucking WOW! Don't know about the rest of you but I'm seriously thinking about wearing a brown paper bag over my head on Saturday.


let's go for full stripes!

http://images.halloweencostumes.com/mens-convict-prisoner-costume.jpg

ag futbol
06-18-2012, 12:53 PM
let's go for full stripes!

http://images.halloweencostumes.com/mens-convict-prisoner-costume.jpg

It's our third uniform!

TO DEVILS
06-18-2012, 12:53 PM
Soolsma tried to trick the cops with his fancy footwork but was tripped by Aceval who was out of position!:D

UltraSuperMegaMo
06-18-2012, 12:54 PM
Soolsma is pictured on the club's website, the heading "Reds arrive in Houston"

Canary10
06-18-2012, 12:55 PM
Soolsma is pictured on the club's website, the heading "Reds arrive in Houston"

Should 'ave used a more up to date picture. Like the one in the Toronto Sun.

Oldtimer
06-18-2012, 12:55 PM
Class C misdemeanor does not exclude one from entry to the US, unless it is drug-related:

http://www.apsanlaw.com/law-209.Admission-to-the-US-with-either-a-Misdemeanor-or-Criminal-Record.html


The list of crimes of moral turpitude (http://www.state.gov/documents/organization/86941.pdf) that are reasons for exclusion from the U.S. is also quite detailed. The most common types of crimes involving moral turpitude that would make you inadmissible are murder, manslaughter, rape, theft, bribery, forgery, aggravated battery, prostitution, and fraud. At this time, driving under the influence, breaking and entering, disorderly conduct and simple assault are not considered crimes that make a person inadmissible to the U.S.

Brooker
06-18-2012, 12:56 PM
Wait a minute. One of our players, a guy who's supposed to be an athlete at the peak of physical fitness and conditioned for endurance and stamina, was caught while running?! Please tell me the cops had a cruiser or something.

Have you ever tried to run while your drunk?

DaBandit
06-18-2012, 12:56 PM
Wow! Just fucking WOW! Don't know about the rest of you but I'm seriously thinking about wearing a brown paper bag over my head on Saturday. I think it's safe to say we've hit rock bottom. :facepalm:

I think with TFC it's never safe to say we have hit rock bottom, because you just never know whats around the corner.. They have a way of astonishing us with new lows, even when you just don't think it's possible...

ag futbol
06-18-2012, 12:59 PM
I think with TFC it's never say to safe be have hit rock bottom, because you just never know whats around the corner.. They have a way of astonishing us with new lows, even when you just don't think it's possible...
Yeah, what the hell.. first rule of TFC: there is no rock bottom, things can always get worse!

Auzzy
06-18-2012, 01:00 PM
Interesting, nothing official from TFC yet. The arrests happened last night. Soolsma's picture is still on the TFC home page, RE that they've arrived in Houston. It's obvious that police will publicize the arrests and the news would get out. You would think they would try to get out ahead of the news. Perhaps they have to wait for the next MLSE board meeting before they can respond publicly.

Chevy
06-18-2012, 01:02 PM
Take a look a the pictures below and tell me you could NOT see this coming.

http://storage.canoe.ca/v1/dynamic_resize/?src=http://www.lfpress.com/sports/soccer/2012/06/18/soolsma248.jpg&size=248x186http://www.thatsweird.net/mugshots/nick_nolte.jpg

ArmenJBX
06-18-2012, 01:04 PM
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/403565_10101643745457757_151756093_n.jpg

Eric Avila also picked up a black eye.
Perhaps unrelated, but all on the same night...weird

Cashcleaner
06-18-2012, 01:04 PM
Have you ever tried to run while your drunk?

I don't run even when I'm sober. g:D

DaBandit
06-18-2012, 01:05 PM
Interesting, nothing official from TFC yet. The arrests happened last night. Soolsma's picture is still on the TFC home page, RE that they've arrived in Houston. It's obvious that police will publicize the arrests and the news would get out. You would think they would try to get out ahead of the news. Perhaps they have to wait for the next MLSE board meeting before they can respond publicly.

they are still working on the spin and to see if they can work it into STH renewals.. As added bonus this year, STH renewals will be allowed to throw rotten fruit and veggies at our convicts..

Phil
06-18-2012, 01:05 PM
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/403565_10101643745457757_151756093_n.jpg

Eric Avila also picked up a black eye.
Perhaps unrelated, but all on the same night...weird

I think that was posted yesterday during the day. I would guess a game or training injury.

So annoyed at the players right now. This is very disrespectful.

__wowza
06-18-2012, 01:07 PM
following this club is like GETTING a bad blowjob.

first you kinda grin and bear it because you're really into it.
then it gets kinda rough and you have to try and justify continuing.


overall, no one is satisfied and you're left with a bad taste in your mouth.


fuck me, i just reread my post.. missed a keyword there. :facepalm:

jabbronies
06-18-2012, 01:09 PM
Classic example of what's wrong with this team. A bunch of kids running around as if they own the place and the "veterans" leading by example and joining them.

Aside from that I had to laugh when I saw it. They might get benched as a repercussion, but seriously, they are kids, shit like this happens, even in europe. I love that people in Sun poll think they should be released.

Suds
06-18-2012, 01:11 PM
Eric Avila also picked up a black eye.
Perhaps unrelated, but all on the same night...weird

Avila ran into Henry's shoulder during Saturday's game and took a shot to the eye area. That is most likely the reason.

ryan
06-18-2012, 01:11 PM
Classic example of what's wrong with this team. A bunch of kids running around as if they own the place and the "veterans" leading by example and joining them.

Aside from that I had to laugh when I saw it. They might get benched as a repercussion, but seriously, they are kids, shit like this happens, even in europe. I love that people in Sun poll think they should be released.

Tom doesn't know shit so he'll probably take that poll result and act on it.

Phil
06-18-2012, 01:13 PM
Classic example of what's wrong with this team. A bunch of kids running around as if they own the place and the "veterans" leading by example and joining them.

Aside from that I had to laugh when I saw it. They might get benched as a repercussion, but seriously, they are kids, shit like this happens, even in europe. I love that people in Sun poll think they should be released.

Yup, it happens with a lot of athletes.

The timing of this just stinks. It really burns me that they are doing this kind of crap after a 3 week break and between a crowded fixture week. Explains the first half on Saturday though.

I am laughing and mad all at the same time, its a very intresting emotional response from me right now.

TOBOR !
06-18-2012, 01:16 PM
ha ha - Paul Mariner... nice one.

Chris Wren
06-18-2012, 01:16 PM
Lol. That's hilarious. Although Soolsma may have fooled the cops with his fancy footwork.

Good call!

ryan
06-18-2012, 01:16 PM
Maple Leaf Sports ENTERTAINMENT

Are you not entertained?

Brooker
06-18-2012, 01:21 PM
but seriously, they are kids, shit like this happens, even in europe. I love that people in sun poll think they should be released.

Aceval is 30!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Donald Duck
06-18-2012, 01:26 PM
What will happen next? Probably we will break the history of MLS getting the less points to finish the season.
Oh boyz.... I feel bad for Frings.... why should I came to Toronto? WHY?
:deadhorse:

TorontoPat
06-18-2012, 01:26 PM
I imagine that it depends on what sort of charges, if any, are laid. But it could, on the whim of some asshole homeland security guy, cause issues.

My mind just boggles at the stupidity of this.
Absolutely. I worked with a guy who got charged with DWI in the states when he was in Highschool. 30 years later, (Shortly after 9-11) He was in Vancouver boarding a plane with his wife for a Hawaiian vacation. The Border guard asked him if he had ever been arrested. He replied no. The border guard then asked what about this incident? The guy I worked with said that was over 30 years ago. Border guard replied that well may be but you're not entering the U S.

The guy lost the trip and had to come back to Toronto.

Furtado91
06-18-2012, 01:27 PM
Wow.

I can understand why TFC fans would be driven to drink :), but the players?

It draws into question team discipline.

Now I wonder if TFC-TV will feature the arrest, along with jail-room interviews with the players on how much the team is improving game-by-game? :prrr:

JESUS CHRIST. THAT WAS HILARIOUS. im in tears laughing. it was a tough match against the Houston Sheriffs, they played really well defensively and were ruthless in their attacking.

Jack
06-18-2012, 01:28 PM
following this club is like GETTING a bad blowjob.

first you kinda grin and bear it because you're really into it.
then it gets kinda rough and you have to try and justify continuing.


overall, no one is satisfied and you're left with a bad taste in your mouth.


fuck me, i just reread my post.. missed a keyword there. :facepalm:


How does getting a blowjob leave you with any sort of taste in your mouth?

[NBF]
06-18-2012, 01:29 PM
Classic example of what's wrong with this team. A bunch of kids running around as if they own the place and the "veterans" leading by example and joining them.

Aside from that I had to laugh when I saw it. They might get benched as a repercussion, but seriously, they are kids, shit like this happens, even in europe. I love that people in Sun poll think they should be released.

Silva, would be the biggest loss of the 3, but I think all of this was intentional by the 3. Silva, will most likely be traded or even disciplined by the league and banned for a good 10 games. I dont think he will be traded until the league suspension is listed. So he would most likely stay with the team for the year. Its also the only option for TFC to raise his trade value up and trade for a 1st round pick in the draft.

Somewhere in the back of my mind though I think Silva will be traded this year just as a miscalculated decision and we'll get in return a 3rd round pick.

TOBOR !
06-18-2012, 01:31 PM
How does getting a blowjob leave you with any sort of taste in your mouth?

^ it's apples and oranges, innit ?

jabbronies
06-18-2012, 01:31 PM
Aceval is 30!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Aceval is who I was talking about with the first part of my post.

Jack
06-18-2012, 01:31 PM
I doubt 10 games. That seems pretty harsh for something like this, especially when we don't know too many of the details.

Whoop
06-18-2012, 01:31 PM
let's go for full stripes!

http://images.halloweencostumes.com/mens-convict-prisoner-costume.jpg

I have that costume!

ryan
06-18-2012, 01:32 PM
How does getting a blowjob leave you with any sort of taste in your mouth?



I thought that was the punchline, implying you were getting one...then throwing a curveball as if you're the give'r.

lol at that one.

TOBOR !
06-18-2012, 01:34 PM
Somewhere Tom Anselmi is smiling.

jabbronies
06-18-2012, 01:34 PM
;1501590']Silva, would be the biggest loss of the 3, but I think all of this was intentional by the 3. Silva, will most likely be traded or even disciplined by the league and banned for a good 10 games. I dont think he will be traded until the league suspension is listed. So he would most likely stay with the team for the year. Its also the only option for TFC to raise his trade value up and trade for a 1st round pick in the draft.

Somewhere in the back of my mind though I think Silva will be traded this year just as a miscalculated decision and we'll get in return a 3rd round pick.

Silva is ok. He disappears for long stretches in a game. Like literally doesn't even touch the ball for 10-15 minutes at a time.
I think Soolsma is developing nicely, I'd put him up there as a loss is he were to go.

Aceval...

Jack
06-18-2012, 01:35 PM
Somewhere Tom Anselmi is smiling.
Yep. This gives him more scapegoats to throw under the bus.

ag futbol
06-18-2012, 01:36 PM
Yep. This gives him more scapegoats to throw under the bus.
I think we're past that point. There's only so much shit you can shovel before you're covered in it.

QSIM
06-18-2012, 01:37 PM
Couldve won the cup, but we got pissed up VIVA TFCCCC

Jack
06-18-2012, 01:37 PM
I think we're past that point. There's only so much shit you can shovel before you're covered in it.
He's been covered in it for at least 3 seasons. It hasn't affected his bus-under-throwing one bit.

Suds
06-18-2012, 01:38 PM
Tom Anselmi - See, it's not me. It's them. I'm not responsible for what players do. I hire people to take care of this stuff.

Probably some people at TFC now wondering who Tommy A has in his shit rolls downhill gun sights.

UltraSuperMegaMo
06-18-2012, 01:42 PM
Bet you they were all drinking Zima -- that would be so TFC.

mowe
06-18-2012, 01:44 PM
This isn't really that big of a deal when it comes to deciding the players' fate. Other athletes have incidents like this and continue on with their team. You can do worse than public intoxication when getting arrested.

Aceval wasn't going to play anyway, and apparently Mariner doesn't like Soolsma (a shame) so this doesn't really affect them. I think Silva will be back on the pitch after a couple games suspension.

Toronto
06-18-2012, 01:50 PM
I wonder if this team has a drinking/partying problem? At 1-10--- This may not be an isolated incident in terms of being pissed in public, but just the first time they ran into a policeman who didn't give a shit about about their profession.

It would explain allot.

flamehawk
06-18-2012, 01:52 PM
Ugh, more details:

"Officers arrived at Houston’s Club Escobar around 2:45 a.m. local time, where they tried to disperse a fight. Aceval was told to clear the scene but refused, and became “belligerent,” according to Senties. Silva, a 23-year-old rookie, then got involved, but despite being told to back away he refused, cursing at the officers and running off when police tried to arrest him. Both Aceval and Silva had abrasions on their skin.Soolsma was also arrested for public intoxication, a Class C misdemeanour charge."

from: http://www.theglobeandmail.com/sports/soccer/tfc-trio-arrested-in-houston/article4323627/?cmpid=rss1

__wowza
06-18-2012, 01:55 PM
How does getting a blowjob leave you with any sort of taste in your mouth?

i meant figuratively,
and then i realized i omitted the word "getting"
and now.. well, now i just don't know what i mean anymore!

TorontoPat
06-18-2012, 02:02 PM
I'd hate to see it but it would not surprise me to see them suspended for the rest of the season. Look at Radulov and Kostisyn for just missing the curfew they were benched two playoff games. They weren't charged with anything.

Keyman
06-18-2012, 02:04 PM
If Toronto FC players don't abide by the law, why should we?

FLARES FOR EVERYONE!!!!!!!!

Oldtimer
06-18-2012, 02:09 PM
If Toronto FC players don't abide by the law, why should we?

FLARES FOR EVERYONE!!!!!!!!

Because our charter requires it.

Apparently our charter means more to us than the team and league who are responsible for your paycheque if you're a player.

At least someone's showing some commitment around here, and it's not the players.

Richard
06-18-2012, 02:12 PM
https://p.twimg.com/AvsBdZBCMAAEwke.jpg


"Do I look like I'm joking?"


What a fucking prick. Sack this mans ass back to South America .

FreekAce
06-18-2012, 02:12 PM
How does getting a blowjob leave you with any sort of taste in your mouth?

lots of yoga ;)

bones
06-18-2012, 02:18 PM
I specifically remember Mariner saying "I want them to have fun out there" in an interview. I'm sure he was referring to "on the pitch" but ... well... they were probably having fun right???

Jack
06-18-2012, 02:21 PM
I specifically remember Mariner saying "I want them to have fun out there" in an interview. I'm sure he was referring to "on the pitch" but ... well... they were probably having fun right???
At this point, as long as they're having fun, it's ok, right?

Richard
06-18-2012, 02:21 PM
Aceval was laughing on the sidlines last game right? I bet you he was telling everybody about the party they were gonna have that night. Im disappointed with Soolsma to be honest, cant say i wouldnt be sad too if i lost my job when he worked so hard to get.

bgnewf
06-18-2012, 02:22 PM
The team is 1-0-10 and there is no road curfew?

Just wondering when the club is going to make a statement about this. Obviously until we know the details in full we should reserve a lot of judgement on the trio but should not the club have a policy in place to perhaps prevent this kind of stuff from happening in the first place?

What went down and who was responsible and who ran is to me almost irrelevant. Its done and the truth will come out in due course after due process.

Where was TFC in all this and what specific policies/procedures do they have in place that should be preventing this kind of embarrassment in the first place are questions I would like answered.

Jack
06-18-2012, 02:24 PM
And to be honest, it's not that big of a deal to me, but I do find both the situation and the timing quite funny.

bones
06-18-2012, 02:25 PM
So how do we feel about the boys if it comes out that people were making fun of the fact that they play for TFC and say one objected and the other 2 wouldn't leave because they're backing their team mate?

Total spit-balling here, just making a statement to make people think twice before judging before knowing the details.

ManUtd4ever
06-18-2012, 02:27 PM
Just when you thought the image of the club couldn't get any worse...

Richard
06-18-2012, 02:27 PM
So how do we feel about the boys if it comes out that people were making fun of the fact that they play for TFC and say one objected and the other 2 wouldn't leave because they're backing their team mate?

Total spit-balling here, just making a statement to make people think twice before judging before knowing the details.

You dont get into bar fights period as an athlete. You suck it up and play better.

Suds
06-18-2012, 02:28 PM
The team is 1-0-10 and there is no road curfew?

Just wondering when the club is going to make a statement about this. Obviously until we know the details in full we should reserve a lot of judgement on the trio but should not the club have a policy in place to perhaps prevent this kind of stuff from happening in the first place?

What went down and who was responsible and who ran is to me almost irrelevant. Its done and the truth will come out in due course after due process.

Where was TFC in all this and what specific policies/procedures do they have in place that should be preventing this kind of embarrassment in the first place are questions I would like answered.

Simple answer.
http://www.sportsnet.ca/soccer/2011/01/03/anselmi_tom_487_381.jpg
When the person who heads your organization is clueless this is what you get. He sets the example and tone for TFC as a club and what level of professionalism is expected. Why would anyone be surprised.

Jack
06-18-2012, 02:28 PM
I have to admit, it's funny stuff. Whatever the reasons or motivations for this, they probably should have just got their asses out of there. That said, I've been in those situations and sometimes, shit happens too fast and before you know it...well...

At least I don't have any mugshots on the internet g:D

bones
06-18-2012, 02:30 PM
Where is flats with a golden team image with 3 players in stripes ?

Canary10
06-18-2012, 02:32 PM
I have to admit, it's funny stuff. Whatever the reasons or motivations for this, they probably should have just got their asses out of there. That said, I've been in those situations and sometimes, shit happens too fast and before you know it...well...

At least I don't have any mugshots on the internet g:D

I feel bad for them in a lot of ways. Drunk + just arrested = not flattering picture.

Parkdale
06-18-2012, 02:33 PM
Where is flats with a golden team image with 3 players in stripes ?

http://unrealitymag.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/clooney-o-brother.jpg

SirBobSaget
06-18-2012, 02:34 PM
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/403565_10101643745457757_151756093_n.jpg

Eric Avila also picked up a black eye.
Perhaps unrelated, but all on the same night...weird

He took a Henry head butt under the eye during the KC game. was down for a while.

ManUtd4ever
06-18-2012, 02:36 PM
I have to admit, it's funny stuff. Whatever the reasons or motivations for this, they probably should have just got their asses out of there. That said, I've been in those situations and sometimes, shit happens too fast and before you know it...well...


For sure. On a personal level, I also find it funny more than anything else. Unfortunately, as they say, perception is reality and image is everything.

It's just unbelievable how often this organization has managed to shoot itself in the foot in terms of public perception.

Parkdale
06-18-2012, 02:36 PM
I have to admit, it's funny stuff. Whatever the reasons or motivations for this, they probably should have just got their asses out of there. That said, I've been in those situations and sometimes, shit happens too fast and before you know it...well...

At least I don't have any mugshots on the internet g:D

but I know you made some security tape.....

Phil
06-18-2012, 02:38 PM
So how do we feel about the boys if it comes out that people were making fun of the fact that they play for TFC and say one objected and the other 2 wouldn't leave because they're backing their team mate?

Total spit-balling here, just making a statement to make people think twice before judging before knowing the details.

Yup, you make some great points. I do have to wonder what pro athletes are doing out at that hour when there are 3 games being played in the week? The details may provide explaination but I do find myself wondering whats going on in the management side that they have issues like this?

Its all just weird.

Nestease
06-18-2012, 02:49 PM
http://i50.tinypic.com/i2nket.jpg

SirBobSaget
06-18-2012, 02:49 PM
So how do we feel about the boys if it comes out that people were making fun of the fact that they play for TFC and say one objected and the other 2 wouldn't leave because they're backing their team mate?

Total spit-balling here, just making a statement to make people think twice before judging before knowing the details.

You really think that people from Houston out clubbing on a Sunday night would recognize TFC backup players? Most of them probably don't even know TFC exists.

Besides they weren't arrested for fighting other drunks, it was for being a-holes to the cops.

Canary10
06-18-2012, 02:50 PM
http://i50.tinypic.com/i2nket.jpg

Awesome! Can I buy that image for a blog?

SirBobSaget
06-18-2012, 02:54 PM
HaHa! the Globe article mentions that De Guzman posted bail for the 3 winners.

Canary10
06-18-2012, 02:56 PM
HaHa! the Globe article mentions that De Guzman posted bail for the 3 winners.

Hope he didn't promise that "we can make this go away."

(I'm watching Mad Men season 2).

Parkdale
06-18-2012, 02:58 PM
HaHa! the Globe article mentions that De Guzman posted bail for the 3 winners.


I like him more and more all the time.

AlanO
06-18-2012, 02:59 PM
http://i50.tinypic.com/i2nket.jpg

Post of the year.

JonO
06-18-2012, 03:07 PM
Besides they weren't arrested for fighting other drunks, it was for being a-holes to the cops.
Sounds like that for Aceval and Silva. Sounds like Soolsma was arrested for being there...

Initial B
06-18-2012, 03:22 PM
I think there's a bit of overreaction here. Yes, it's both funny and maddening, but other than being in the doghouse for a couple of weeks, previous examples that happened to other athletes just went on with their lives afterward. It's just that this is TFC and in the midst of their worst season ever, so we automatically pile-on. I'm willing to wait and see what happens next. I wonder if Mariner will praise them for being "scrappy" and "having heart"... er, what's that screaming, I'm hearing?

sully
06-18-2012, 03:25 PM
Good work. Nothing says dedication to your team like going on a pissup when you have 2 games in 5 days...

We're all the idiots that go to watch them. What sort of dedication is that???

Stryker
06-18-2012, 03:33 PM
Glad so many find this amusing. Ha ha, we're the biggest joke in league history, what a gas!
:facepalm:

tiberius
06-18-2012, 03:35 PM
A couple of more zingers:

"Oh dear!! I hope this doesn't affect their playoff run ;) "

"Make them play with TFC for the rest of their lives with no chance of winning for 25 years!"

" What's this about punishment? They play for Toronto FC, isn't that punishment enough? "

tiberius
06-18-2012, 03:38 PM
Glad so many find this amusing. Ha ha, we're the biggest joke in league history, what a gas!
:facepalm:

You laugh, or you cry, my friend!

Perhaps we are just getting another taste of what it is like to be the worst team in the world... er... this is not linked in any way to any previous mentioned, malformed BJ jokes...

tiberius
06-18-2012, 03:42 PM
We're all the idiots that go to watch them. What sort of dedication is that???

Before you stuff your hard earned money back in your wallet and stay home from the game, remember that it is OK to pay to go to the circus and watch the clowns - don't feel embarrassed!

ag futbol
06-18-2012, 03:43 PM
"Probably lost the brawl too"

lol!

69Chevy396
06-18-2012, 03:44 PM
If these three are charged in the US it may present a problem for them returning though customs since they are holding temporary workpermits.

sully
06-18-2012, 03:45 PM
I think there's a bit of overreaction here. Yes, it's both funny and maddening, but other than being in the doghouse for a couple of weeks, previous examples that happened to other athletes just went on with their lives afterward. It's just that this is TFC and in the midst of their worst season ever, so we automatically pile-on. I'm willing to wait and see what happens next. I wonder if Mariner will praise them for being "scrappy" and "having heart"... er, what's that screaming, I'm hearing?

There's no overreaction here. Look at the schedule and these guys are out drinking 2 days before a match! The arrests are just the icing on the cake for this joke of a club.



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Initial B
06-18-2012, 03:55 PM
Sully, looking at that schedule knowing the state the team is in, I'd probably want to go drinking too. :hulk:

QBall
06-18-2012, 04:01 PM
Lord knows being 1-10 isn't an embarrassment enough for Toronto now we have to deal with this nonsense. Players on this team should realize how fragile their spot on this team is. All of them.

SirBobSaget
06-18-2012, 04:03 PM
The much anticipated 'Official Club Statement' regarding the embarassing news thats spreading like wildfire ...

Toronto FC statement regarding Aceval, Silva and Soolsma:
"We are aware of the charges filed against Miguel Aceval, Luis Silva and Nick Soolsma in Houston earlier today. The players are presently with the team and we continue to investigate this matter. As such, the team will not provide any further comment at this time."

They are aware!!! Awesome, way to be on top of things as usual.

PS did the Toronto In Houston For Wednesday article have a picture of Soolsma earlier? because it is now Eckersley

flambe
06-18-2012, 04:05 PM
http://i1156.photobucket.com/albums/p580/flambe1975/3stooges.jpg

http://i1156.photobucket.com/albums/p580/flambe1975/3stoogesatbmo.jpg

Suds
06-18-2012, 04:10 PM
^^
It did. At least the web master is on top of things.

ForestGlade
06-18-2012, 04:12 PM
Some days I fucking hate supporting this team. Has any good news ever come from a tweet saying "Official Club Statement"?

Davenport
06-18-2012, 04:24 PM
A new low for this joke of a club.

http://deephousepage.com/smilies/jail.gif

razor787
06-18-2012, 04:30 PM
I have to admit, it's funny stuff. Whatever the reasons or motivations for this, they probably should have just got their asses out of there. That said, I've been in those situations and sometimes, shit happens too fast and before you know it...well...

At least I don't have any mugshots on the internet g:D

I love how you specified that they aren't on the internet ;)

ensco
06-18-2012, 04:34 PM
I never really support the laundry, I support our guys. First and foremost.

I suggest we forget about this for now. There is not enough info to have an opinion.

I will side with the players until we know more. I could care less if they drink, or how much they drink. Performance between the lines is what matters.

As for getting arrested, nobody is accused of doing anything serious. Athletes are targets. Cops can be on power trips.

The FO will probably act like this matters. Image and all that.

The truth will come out eventually, and is unlikely to matter.

Derko
06-18-2012, 04:38 PM
I never really support the laundry, I support our guys. First and foremost.

I suggest we forget about this for now. There is not enough info to have an opinion.

I will side with the players until we know more. I could care less if they drink, or how much they drink. Performance between the lines is what matters.

As for getting arrested, nobody is accused of doing anything serious. Athletes are targets. Cops can be on power trips.

The FO will probably act like this matters. Image and all that.

The truth will come out eventually, and is unlikely to matter.

Here,Here, I applaud this comment.

FreekAce
06-18-2012, 04:40 PM
I never really support the laundry, I support our guys. First and foremost.

I suggest we forget about this for now. There is not enough info to have an opinion.

I will side with the players until we know more. I could care less if they drink, or how much they drink. Performance between the lines is what matters.

As for getting arrested, nobody is accused of doing anything serious. Athletes are targets. Cops can be on power trips.

The FO will probably act like this matters. Image and all that.

The truth will come out eventually, and is unlikely to matter.

but the performance between the lines is exactly the issue isnt it? the fact that they were busted doesnt excuse the fact they were out boozing while being godawful all season and 2 days before a big match. we get to do that, not the guys they pay to play football professionally.

Auzzy
06-18-2012, 04:42 PM
Agreed that it's embarrassing especially considering the circumstances, as well as a bit funny. Not listening to the cops is dumb in any case, interesting in particular that they were the only ones arrested. Who knows what happened before the cops came, we shall see.

Losing players like Silva or Soolsma for a few weeks to suspension, or longer if they are cut as a result, could have a significant effect on the team. Just because a player is suspended or cut, doesn't always mean you get salary cap relief. (Consider also a long-term injury that happens during the season: you get the roster spot back but not the salary cap space.)


<TotalSpeculation>

TFC was soap opera FC for its first few years, with all kinds of stuff constantly coming out in public. When Winter came in, they spoke of a "football first" philosophy, always acting & carrying yourself like professionals on & off the field, starting with the Academy players through to the first team. Things quieted down considerably, despite an often abysmal record. After Jacob Peterson left TFC, he tweeted something about being treated like an adult again and not a kid.

Perhaps "acting like a professional" was a bit too limiting for some? Maybe Mariner is less restrictive -- or at least the players wanted to let loose a bit on their first road trip w/o Winter?

</TotalSpeculation>

razzgold
06-18-2012, 04:45 PM
I just donated the rest of seasons to charity. I can't see anymore of this - too much pain

Jcm144
06-18-2012, 04:46 PM
This is laughable at how pathetic this is. They just came off a 3 week break! Like it baffles me how this happens. A shame this happens to Silva who looks like he has some good potential. But this whole situation brings me to an all-time low with the club. I find it shocking that in the same season, TFC reached highs like they did in Champions league, but look at them now. Leave the drinking to us, just focus what you have to do on the pitch.

ensco
06-18-2012, 04:48 PM
but the performance between the lines is exactly the issue isnt it? the fact that they were busted doesnt excuse the fact they were out boozing while being godawful all season and 2 days before a big match. we get to do that, not the guys they pay to play football professionally.

Not my concern. I am protesting them being 1-10 in my own way (won't watch TFC on TV). But what a player does off hours is none of my business. If it's why he's underperforming, cut him. But I can't know that from the seats, and so can't/won't hold a view about other people's personal choices and private lives.

FreekAce
06-18-2012, 04:56 PM
fair enough. i expect the team that i've thrown a boatload of money at to conduct themselves as the professionals they tell me they are.
now i couldn't care less if they go thru a pile of blow and show up the next day to demolish the opposition. you won't hear a peep out of me. but that has not exactly been the case.

Beach_Red
06-18-2012, 04:57 PM
I never really support the laundry, I support our guys. First and foremost.

I suggest we forget about this for now. There is not enough info to have an opinion.

I will side with the players until we know more. I could care less if they drink, or how much they drink. Performance between the lines is what matters.

As for getting arrested, nobody is accused of doing anything serious. Athletes are targets. Cops can be on power trips.

The FO will probably act like this matters. Image and all that.

The truth will come out eventually, and is unlikely to matter.

Yes, they probably will. Too bad.

Nestease
06-18-2012, 04:57 PM
Has any good news ever come from a tweet saying "Official Club Statement"?

Yes, new coach.


http://i47.tinypic.com/153wks7.jpg

ag futbol
06-18-2012, 04:59 PM
<TotalSpeculation>

TFC was soap opera FC for its first few years, with all kinds of stuff constantly coming out in public. When Winter came in, they spoke of a "football first" philosophy, always acting & carrying yourself like professionals on & off the field, starting with the Academy players through to the first team. Things quieted down considerably, despite an often abysmal record. After Jacob Peterson left TFC, he tweeted something about being treated like an adult again and not a kid.

Perhaps "acting like a professional" was a bit too limiting for some? Maybe Mariner is less restrictive -- or at least the players wanted to let loose a bit on their first road trip w/o Winter?

</TotalSpeculation>
Seems to be a lot of undercurrent that some MLS players take care of themselves in a way you wouldn't expect a professional athlete to. The arrests are abnormal, but there are quite a few stories out there about guys drinking, etc...

As you lauded to though, it comes back to the culture of the club. It just sort of underscores that nothing is under control.


Yes, new coach.

Was hoping for Cesar the dog whisper...

Auzzy
06-18-2012, 05:13 PM
A tiny bit more info: http://sports.nationalpost.com/2012/06/18/three-toronto-fc-players-charged-with-public-intoxication-in-houston/

DangerRed
06-18-2012, 05:21 PM
I love this club!

Fun fact: these arrests mark numbers two through four on the all-time TFC players charged list.

The first, let's not forget, was red-card machine and "defender" Martin Saric, who got pinched for shoplifting in Florida.

tiberius
06-18-2012, 05:22 PM
Not my concern. I am protesting them being 1-10 in my own way (won't watch TFC on TV). But what a player does off hours is none of my business. If it's why he's underperforming, cut him. But I can't know that from the seats, and so can't/won't hold a view about other people's personal choices and private lives.

Totally agree with you here - if the players hoist a few, so be it. Lets face it, the boys are not exactly in the premiership are they? More like the Iron League in hockey... let them have a life (just don't get arrested! ;)) Who here hasn't had a few in a public bar? Perhaps one or two more than necessary? All those with their hand up - step down from your high horse! This is a somewhat amusing story that will get knitted into the fabric of Toronto FC history, but hardly worth "condemning" those who were out at a Houston club - we don't even have the real story yet... Judge them by how they perform on the field, not by the brand of beer they drink...

Stay tuned - it may get more amusing as the real story unfolds - perhaps Mariner took the boys out for some team bonding!!:o Or maybe Anselmi travelled with the team and took them to his favourite Houston hangout!!! :cheers:

swan
06-18-2012, 05:39 PM
How does getting a blowjob leave you with any sort of taste in your mouth?


now thats a good question

ManUtd4ever
06-18-2012, 05:39 PM
LOL.

nlsanand
06-18-2012, 05:42 PM
I'm not dying over this, and would care a lot less if it hadn't happened so close to gameday. Unless I hear these guys picked a fight or put someone in hospital, I'm gonna call it reasonable behavior. I'm not one of those types who thinks the cops are always right. I would love to find out what happened to the other guys they were fighting with.

The only thing that irrtates me a littlle is that they're getting that drunk so close to a game. I think a "reasonable" suspension (probably 2/3 games) is likely warranted for that. I would probably give that irrespective of whether they had gotten arrested.

ManUtd4ever
06-18-2012, 05:43 PM
I wonder if this ranks as the most embarrassing moment in franchise history?

I think it's a toss up between the Three Amigos, DeRo's cheque signing gesture, and DeRo's Celtic training stint debacle.

swan
06-18-2012, 05:46 PM
Aceval was laughing on the sidlines last game right? I bet you he was telling everybody about the party they were gonna have that night. Im disappointed with Soolsma to be honest, cant say i wouldnt be sad too if i lost my job when he worked so hard to get.

why just him? sounds like he was just there and the other 2 drunks did all the trouble..soolsma probably was just charged cause he was with them..

Phil
06-18-2012, 05:58 PM
Now remember this is Ives....I know his fact checking can be somewhat spotty:

Ives Galarcep ‏@SoccerByIves
Details beginning 2 trickle in on the TFC 3 incident in Houston. I'm told Luis Silva was never even in the club, came to pick up the other 2

Anyhow, the next couple of days will be awash with the back and forth.

Too bad something like this happened, time to figure out what it means to the club as far as roster and suspensions if any. Game on Wednesday...

Prairieeast
06-18-2012, 06:06 PM
Sad to make this my first post on this board, but the lack of a definitive response from Team Management is troubling. Suspension pending a full investigation would have been the appropriate response. Anselmi could not put down his fiddle long enough to take a stand. #FireAnselmi

sully
06-18-2012, 06:19 PM
Sad to make this my first post on this board, but the lack of a definitive response from Team Management is troubling. Suspension pending a full investigation would have been the appropriate response. Anselmi could not put down his fiddle long enough to take a stand. #FireAnselmi

Remember that the players are actually employed by the league, not the club, so the issue of any suspension and/or fine comes firstly from the league.

ManUtd4ever
06-18-2012, 06:19 PM
The more reports I read, the more it seems like Aceval instigated the entire incident. I feel bad for Silva and Soolsma, because they were just in the wrong place at the wrong time, and unlike Aceval, they are key members of our squad.

Waggy
06-18-2012, 06:20 PM
I HATE Tom Anselmi, but a win is a win, and this is a win (even if it's about a loss)

@TomAnselmiMLSE (https://twitter.com/#%21/TomAnselmiMLSE) Very disappointed. Not just in the players actions, but that they even lost the fight! Wins are hard to come by these days.

ManUtd4ever
06-18-2012, 06:23 PM
I HATE Tom Anselmi, but a win is a win, and this is a win (even if it's about a loss)

@TomAnselmiMLSE (https://twitter.com/#!/TomAnselmiMLSE) Very disappointed. Not just in the players actions, but that they even lost the fight! Wins are hard to come by these days.

LOL, it's a fake account. Even Uncle Tom isn't that brain dead.

Ajax TFC
06-18-2012, 06:24 PM
Ives Galarcep ‏@SoccerByIves
Details beginning 2 trickle in on the TFC 3 incident in Houston. I'm told Luis Silva was never even in the club, came to pick up the other 2

If this is true, and the cops are telling the truth, why would a perfectly sober Silva get "involved", start cursing at the cops, and then run away? if this is at all true, then he's an even bigger idiot than it first appeared.

Waggy
06-18-2012, 06:27 PM
LOL, it's a fake account. Even Uncle Tom isn't that brain dead.

Sigh, I guess this really IS the place beautiful dreams come to die

Waggy
06-18-2012, 06:30 PM
If this is true, and the cops are telling the truth, why would a perfectly sober Silva get "involved", start cursing at the cops, and then run away? if this is at all true, then he's an even bigger idiot than it first appeared.

You're out at a bar with 2 coworkers. You see one getting harassed for whatever reason and come to his defense. It seems like almost the whole bar is against you. The cops show up, and seem to be going after you guys not the others. You're 23 years old and have never really been in this situation before. How do you react?


* Edit: Corrected age. He looks WAY younger

Shakes McQueen
06-18-2012, 06:41 PM
Looks bad, but I will wait for additional information before I come to any conclusions. When it comes to bar fights, people can often get arrested just for being in the wrong place at the wrong time, or being friends with the wrong person.

- Scott

Ajax TFC
06-18-2012, 06:41 PM
You're out at a bar with 2 coworkers. You see one getting harassed for whatever reason and come to his defense. It seems like almost the whole bar is against you. The cops show up, and seem to be going after you guys not the others. You're 23 years old and have never really been in this situation before. How do you react?


* Edit: Corrected age. He looks WAY younger
as someone who doesn't exactly have the most respect for the badge, I still wouldn't swear in a cop's face and I know enough to know that running away doesn't work. If the cops were targeting them even though there were others involved, than the cops aren't telling the full truth about what happened. I said he's an idiot IF the cops are telling the truth, which isn't necessarily the case

69Chevy396
06-18-2012, 06:54 PM
Apparently, the three stooges were fighting each other over this woman:
http://media.katu.com/images/Catherine-Carlson_405.jpg

bgnewf
06-18-2012, 06:55 PM
Links to the Houston Police Arrest details here that I posted on my blog earlier. Interesting that only Soolsman and Aceval required bail to be released. Silva did not apparently.

http://bit.ly/KIdvjK (http://bit.ly/KIdvjK)

bigredone
06-18-2012, 06:55 PM
We needed a distraction.

VoxPopuliCosmicum
06-18-2012, 06:58 PM
that only Soolsman and Aceval required bail to be released. Silva did not apparently.

^Citizenship

Ajax TFC
06-18-2012, 07:11 PM
LOL
Name: Nicky Soolsma
bahahahaha

tiberius
06-18-2012, 07:14 PM
If this is true, and the cops are telling the truth, why would a perfectly sober Silva get "involved", start cursing at the cops, and then run away? if this is at all true, then he's an even bigger idiot than it first appeared.

Cops can be a bit like referees - make mistakes in who is at fault, have bad hair days, decide this is the day to show who is boss, be influenced by a hostile crowd or perhaps escalate matters rather than cool them down. Silva could easily have been just helping get a teammate home safely - for all we know Silva was cursing up a storm at Aceval and asking Soolsma to run for help! g:D The cops could have misinterpreted or just decided to arrest him to check out his citizenship and immigration status - who the heck knows?

Ajax TFC
06-18-2012, 07:16 PM
Now remember this is Ives....I know his fact checking can be somewhat spotty:

Ives Galarcep ‏@SoccerByIves
Details beginning 2 trickle in on the TFC 3 incident in Houston. I'm told Luis Silva was never even in the club, came to pick up the other 2

Anyhow, the next couple of days will be awash with the back and forth.

Too bad something like this happened, time to figure out what it means to the club as far as roster and suspensions if any. Game on Wednesday...
ok, well this had to be a load of shit because Silva was charged with public intoxication as well. I don't imagine he got drunk while the other two were getting ready to go

Gringo Starr
06-18-2012, 07:16 PM
I wonder if Beirne is hunkered down with the folks from Carlsberg working on a marketing tie in

glaze
06-18-2012, 07:18 PM
I think its more a product of being in the MLS and being on the road. I'm sure we all have heard stories of Leafs or Raptors acting inappropriately in this city. Thing is, if the media give this story some legs, the players will be gone quickly, and TFC will have another hill to climb. Personally I find the story humourous more than anything, however, for the team and players it could cause some trouble.

ag futbol
06-18-2012, 07:18 PM
as someone who doesn't exactly have the most respect for the badge, I still wouldn't swear in a cop's face and I know enough to know that running away doesn't work. If the cops were targeting them even though there were others involved, than the cops aren't telling the full truth about what happened. I said he's an idiot IF the cops are telling the truth, which isn't necessarily the case
Yeah, depending on the cops you are dealing with things like this can at times be less than scrupulous. My friend has a story involving intoxication that literally ended with him being in the tank and giving the "bail-bondsman" his debit card and password so he could get bail from the local ATM for him and his two friends. The rest of it is no less ridiculous.

So it would not surprise me overly if these guys just got fucked over.

tiberius
06-18-2012, 07:22 PM
http://media.katu.com/images/Catherine-Carlson_405.jpg

She was 19 years old in late 2006 when she committed to season tickets and became a Toronto FC supporter. You can see the what stress has done to her through six years of hell - 7 managers, untold players, tickets she couldn't get rid of - but it was moderating a supporters message board that tipped her over the edge... perhaps JDG can bail her out too...

sully
06-18-2012, 07:22 PM
At least 3 players out getting pissed at nearly 3am two days before a game - as paying supporters I just can't believe how much we're being made fools of by MLSE. Seriously, this is indicative of the embarrassing disaster that is TFC. Were all the players out, is this how Mariner runs things? Has team discipline completely broken down? Is this how this squad prepares for a game? Disappointed.

tiberius
06-18-2012, 07:30 PM
ok, well this had to be a load of shit because Silva was charged with public intoxication as well. I don't imagine he got drunk while the other two were getting ready to go

I kinda doubt in Texas they breathalyzer folk who they arrest at a brawl - they take 'em to the calaboose and figure out the charges later... I have a feeling you have not had any untoward brushes with the constabulary - just because they charge you doesn't mean they have a hope of making it stick... it all depends... there are at least two sides to every story - you are only hearing one so far... Calling Officer Bubbles...

Lumpy
06-18-2012, 07:33 PM
Over 19,000 people are arrested in Houston each year for public intoxication. Houston cops are known for arresting and charging people with public intoxication. Not a great place to pound a few back. The guys have not been convicted of anything and nothing has been proven so maybe we should wait a bit before we "Hang em high".

flatpicker
06-18-2012, 07:51 PM
Where is flats with a golden team image with 3 players in stripes ?

Too hard to do on my iPhone!
I only just heard this news.

tovan
06-18-2012, 07:55 PM
tis a pity...

"better call saul!" http://www.bettercallsaul.com/

bigredone
06-18-2012, 07:56 PM
Over 19,000 people are arrested in Houston each year for public intoxication. Houston cops are known for arresting and charging people with public intoxication. Not a great place to pound a few back. The guys have not been convicted of anything and nothing has been proven so maybe we should wait a bit before we "Hang em high".

^^What if Texans are known for being really wasted in public often and the cops are not heavy handed. So many what ifs.....sorry, stupid comment.

Lucky Strike
06-18-2012, 08:08 PM
Lol. That's hilarious. Although Soolsma may have fooled the cops with his fancy footwork.

I literally doubled over in laughter at this!


We should give a trial to the policeman that caught one of them. Could be a useful winger with that pace...well unless it was Aceval he was catching.

And this!


You have to give it to TFC, they are NEVER boring.. There's ALWAYS something to talk about..

We just all have to laugh don't we? I started a thread a while back about all the embarrassing things that have happened to the club. Surely this should make the list. Add these three to Martin Saric and was it Fuad Ibrahim who were also arrested?

Prairieeast
06-18-2012, 08:09 PM
Remember that the players are actually employed by the league, not the club, so the issue of any suspension and/or fine comes firstly from the league.

Well, then the League is as bush as MLSE for taking this long to respond. I felt compelled to email TFC, but emails to Beirne and Anselmi just bounce back. Guessed Anselmi's email address, but Beirne's was taken from the TFC website.

tanselmi@mlse.com on 6/18/2012 9:02 PM
The e-mail account does not exist at the organization this message was sent to. Check the e-mail address, or contact the recipient directly to find out the correct address.
<int.mlsel.com #5.1.1 smtp;550 5.1.1 RESOLVER.ADR.RecipNotFound; not found>

pbeirne@MLSE.com on 6/18/2012 9:02 PM
The e-mail account does not exist at the organization this message was sent to. Check the e-mail address, or contact the recipient directly to find out the correct address.
<int.mlsel.com #5.1.1 smtp;550 5.1.1 RESOLVER.ADR.RecipNotFound; not found>

SirBobSaget
06-18-2012, 08:15 PM
At least 3 players out getting pissed at nearly 3am two days before a game - as paying supporters I just can't believe how much we're being made fools of by MLSE. Seriously, this is indicative of the embarrassing disaster that is TFC. Were all the players out, is this how Mariner runs things? Has team discipline completely broken down? Is this how this squad prepares for a game? Disappointed.

This is the real issue that seems to escape some. Sure if you work construction then a public intoxication is no big deal, but a pro athletes on an slumping team in the middle of a long run of games out getting wasted and into bar fights into the wee hours is completely ridiculous.

If you guys had an important meeting to attend tomorrow afternoon would you be out partying like a frat boy tonight? Lets see how this squad of "professionals" deals with the Texas heat on Wednesday, if they come out sluggish then F them all.

FluSH
06-18-2012, 08:17 PM
I will like to assure everyone that noone in my party was involved in this altercation.

Rene Kingsriver
06-18-2012, 08:20 PM
So which entourage were they with Chris Brown's or Drake's

Technorgasm
06-18-2012, 08:27 PM
http://p.twimg.com/AvsPjzbCAAADnVn.jpg

Look familiar doesn't it?

l.o.l

69Chevy396
06-18-2012, 08:42 PM
I read that Frings was chosen by the three to be the designated driver after he drank 17 cans of American beer.

MartinUtd
06-18-2012, 08:52 PM
http://p.twimg.com/AvsPjzbCAAADnVn.jpg

Look familiar doesn't it?

l.o.l

That's brilliant! I'm glad we're all having fun with this because there's really no point getting down about it. Maybe this kind of a loss is what the team needs to turn things around.

Dv23
06-18-2012, 09:04 PM
Frankly, I find this hilarious beyond belief.

tiberius
06-18-2012, 09:29 PM
Well Dynamo players can sympathize with TFC - 2 Dynamo Players arrested this year - I bet the TFC fight occurred because they wouldn't let a Dutchman in....:D At least our guys didn't get tasered...

Feb 8, 2012 - BigLeadSports (http://thebiglead.com/index.php/2012/02/08/two-houston-dynamo-players-arrested-claim-altercation-began-when-nightclub-denied-entry-to-black-players/)

Two Houston Dynamo players were arrested Saturday night (http://www.chron.com/sports/dynamo/article/2-Dynamo-players-arrested-after-altercation-3126960.php) after a skirmish with an off duty police officer working outside a Houston night club. Players claim the altercation began because the black players among them were denied entry.Four players, Tyler Deric, Warren Creavalle, Alex Dixon and Will Bruin, attempted to enter the Roosevelt Lounge but were denied entry. The players claim it was because Creavalle and Dixon were black. The club claims it was because the players were drunk. The incident angered Deric who was subdued with a taser (http://www.myfoxhouston.com/dpp/news/local/120207-video-shows-hpd-shocking-dynamo-player), arrested and charged with assaulting the officer. Creavalle was also arrested and charged with “interfering with public duties.” The players claim the assault never occurred.
The club’s racist entry policy was corroborated by the Houston-based rap group “Drank” who attempted entry the same evening but were denied because the club already had “too many black people (http://www.myfoxhouston.com/dpp/news/local/120206-rappers-accuse-washington-avenue-club-of-racism).”

http://www.click2houston.com/image/view/-/8610756/medRes/2/-/maxh/360/maxw/640/-/143n5e5z/-/John-Tyler-Deric--Warren-Creavalle-Mug-Shots-jpg.jpg

mcolvy
06-18-2012, 09:51 PM
As much as Id like to jump all over this, we should really be waiting for details. I mean they were in Houston Texas and it has been very quiet for a public altercation of professional athletes. Something doesn't seem quite right and its so easy for police to take someone in for intoxication Class C with little proof or reality that someone is pissed drunk.

Anything from one of them being innocent just arrested because of association, to anything under the sun could have occurred. But at the same time they should not be out so late as this is what happens.

Lets see what happens. Silva and Soolsma seemed like such angels......

Red CB Toronto
06-18-2012, 09:52 PM
I just hope this situation does not prevent the trio from playing Wednesday night.

jabbronies
06-18-2012, 10:23 PM
I just hope this situation does not prevent the trio from playing Wednesday night.

Well one of them hasn't played in a while, he is practically a bench warmer! I'm sure this incident won't affect his playing time.

As for the other two - they are kids, this happens.

Kaz
06-18-2012, 10:23 PM
Did the Texan Police think that two Mexicans were deaging and then kidnapping Dolph Lundgren?... cause then you have two Mexicans and a Russian in Texan eyes... I'm surprised the nation guard wasn't called out. :) ;)

SirBobSaget
06-18-2012, 10:24 PM
I just hope this situation does not prevent the trio from playing Wednesday night.

Do you think that an individual that needed to run a 10km race on Wed would be out late partying on Sunday night? No they wouldn't because they would have pride in their performance. These 3 don't care and shouldn't even see the bench.

I hope their on flights back (at their expense) after seeing the judge.

RedRum
06-18-2012, 10:27 PM
Don't understand why so many have their panties in a knot over this. Jumping to conclusions a little prematurely methinks.

Public intoxication is a BS charge. It is not like drunk driving where you endanger others, or yourself. Speak up anyone who has never been intoxicated while on a street? Stones and glass houses LOL. Talk of a dust-up - I did not see any assault charges laid. If Silva "ran" why no evading arrest charge? Perhaps he just tried to remove himself from the situation by walking away? Can't blame him. If it was the night before the match I would be more prone to condemn, but you have to really fucked up to have your hangover last over 24 hours. Could care less if Aceval is gone, but losing Soolsma and Silva to suspension or trade would suck. Ahh the age of political correctness run amok....

brad
06-18-2012, 10:36 PM
Curious to find out if they violated a team curfew or not, and if there was a training session today.

jabbronies
06-18-2012, 10:39 PM
Just for fun ran some quick and dirty numbers from the TFC website.
990 would be considered full minutes for the season (11 games). So starters should be somewhere near to these minutes:

Milos - 990
Ryan Johnson - 990
Ginger balls - 777

These guys are pulling a lot less time - be it due to injury or they are just shit:

Aceval - 416
Soolsma - 254
Silva - 499

Blizzard
06-18-2012, 11:08 PM
Don't understand why so many have their panties in a knot over this. Jumping to conclusions a little prematurely methinks.

Public intoxication is a BS charge. It is not like drunk driving where you endanger others, or yourself. Speak up anyone who has never been intoxicated while on a street? Stones and glass houses LOL. Talk of a dust-up - I did not see any assault charges laid. If Silva "ran" why no evading arrest charge? Perhaps he just tried to remove himself from the situation by walking away? Can't blame him. If it was the night before the match I would be more prone to condemn, but you have to really fucked up to have your hangover last over 24 hours. Could care less if Aceval is gone, but losing Soolsma and Silva to suspension or trade would suck. Ahh the age of political correctness run amok....

I think you're right, it is BS.

BTW, it looks like another member of the TFC family is out on the town tonight. Will we be reading about him in the morning?

http://yfrog.com/nxddbyvj
http://i860.photobucket.com/albums/ab167/greenfield267/beerastros.jpg

I jest of course but one might question the timing of this post. It's been less than 24 hours.

SirBobSaget
06-18-2012, 11:34 PM
Don't understand why so many have their panties in a knot over this. Jumping to conclusions a little prematurely methinks.

Public intoxication is a BS charge. It is not like drunk driving where you endanger others, or yourself. Speak up anyone who has never been intoxicated while on a street? Stones and glass houses LOL. Talk of a dust-up - I did not see any assault charges laid. If Silva "ran" why no evading arrest charge? Perhaps he just tried to remove himself from the situation by walking away? Can't blame him. If it was the night before the match I would be more prone to condemn, but you have to really fucked up to have your hangover last over 24 hours. Could care less if Aceval is gone, but losing Soolsma and Silva to suspension or trade would suck. Ahh the age of political correctness run amok....

These are not college kids on spring break. They are professionals traveling on business, more importantly business that physically demanding.

#1 If I traveled to the US for my work and missed meeting with a client because I was in JAIL then that would be the end for me
#2 Regardless of being caught, partying into the late hours takes a huge physical toll. Sunday was prob a day of rest. Monday and Tuesday would be the more intense practice days. These 3 would be out of commission for Monday.
#3 They have no laurels to rest on, if this was a 10-1 team then this would be easily dismissed. Instead we have almost 400k in already underperforming salary on vacation.

RedRum
06-19-2012, 12:03 AM
I think you're right, it is BS.

BTW, it looks like another member of the TFC family is out on the town tonight. Will we be reading about him in the morning?

http://yfrog.com/nxddbyvj
http://i860.photobucket.com/albums/ab167/greenfield267/beerastros.jpg

I jest of course but one might question the timing of this post. It's been less than 24 hours.

Steel bars abound... you in Texas now boy. That's how we roll down here g:D

Donald Duck
06-19-2012, 12:32 AM
Kick them out of the team. Doesn't matter right or wrong. When you are on a team with 1-9 record, all you should do is train yourself hard and help the team.... not being a JERK and go party.... I bet they never care about the team.... all they care about is $$$$$$$$$$$$..........:facepalm:

RedRum
06-19-2012, 12:36 AM
These are not college kids on spring break. They are professionals traveling on business, more importantly business that physically demanding.

#1 If I traveled to the US for my work and missed meeting with a client because I was in JAIL then that would be the end for me
#2 Regardless of being caught, partying into the late hours takes a huge physical toll. Sunday was prob a day of rest. Monday and Tuesday would be the more intense practice days. These 3 would be out of commission for Monday.
#3 They have no laurels to rest on, if this was a 10-1 team then this would be easily dismissed. Instead we have almost 400k in already underperforming salary on vacation.

1. Your client would probably understand. The US has the highest incarceration rate by far of any western nation. Piss on a fence and get caught smoking a joint twice in some states is mandatory 20 years. Incarceration is common down there, the norm and not the exception.

2. Nobody knows how much alcohol was consumed, whether a breathalyzer was administered, or whether they had a nap in the evening prior to going out. What time is practice Tuesday? 2 drinks and you are technically impaired. For you to say this is takes "a huge physical toll" you are reaching without knowing facts. Sorta like the sentiment of this thread.

3. Aceval is an overpaid bag of shit, agreed. Nicky and Silva both came through for us in when it mattered - CCL against LA. I will give them the benefit of the doubt until the facts come to light, if ever.

Redcoe15
06-19-2012, 02:11 AM
Things just keep getting better and better for this team, don't it? :lol: g:D

:facepalm: FUUUUUUUUUUCK!!!!!

Flipityflu
06-19-2012, 05:38 AM
i find it interesting that so many flat out shit on these three for something alot of people do here at very match. also, i guess this means that none of you drink on a Saturday night since you have to work on Monday.

Technorgasm
06-19-2012, 06:05 AM
Aceval goes from defender.....
To defendant. Lol

Technorgasm
06-19-2012, 06:07 AM
http://p.twimg.com/AvsPjzbCAAADnVn.jpgl


You have to find the humor in this.
It's all we have.
Lol!!!

bigredone
06-19-2012, 07:13 AM
I heard reference to, and ire towards, the "political correctness" and how this incident should not matter. I think professional correctness is what I want to see. Partying and even arguing with a doorman or cop is acceptable. Getting arrested is not. These do not go hand in hand. All the stories on the board, "My friend was drunk in the states.....(missing info)......and then they got arrested".

Phil
06-19-2012, 07:19 AM
Meh, its pretty bad ass that we have 3 roster players with mug shots.

I don't think there is too much to be upset about when its all said and done, boys will be boys and its just another opportunity for people to shit on the team via twitter and whatnot.

Bigger issues are our record and Tommy boy. There is no real idication that this type of stuff has been a problem in past year or so at least. Overall its pretty funny.

Oldtimer
06-19-2012, 07:20 AM
Apparently, the three stooges were fighting each other over this woman:
http://media.katu.com/images/Catherine-Carlson_405.jpg


She was 19 years old in late 2006 when she committed to season tickets and became a Toronto FC supporter. You can see the what stress has done to her through six years of hell - 7 managers, untold players, tickets she couldn't get rid of - but it was moderating a supporters message board that tipped her over the edge... perhaps JDG can bail her out too...

bwahaha you really made my day, both of you.:rofl:

At least we can get some humour out of this mess.

brad
06-19-2012, 08:44 AM
I heard reference to, and ire towards, the "political correctness" and how this incident should not matter. I think professional correctness is what I want to see. Partying and even arguing with a doorman or cop is acceptable. Getting arrested is not. These do not go hand in hand. All the stories on the board, "My friend was drunk in the states.....(missing info)......and then they got arrested".

Depends on if there was a team curfew and they violated it. Out at what, 2:45AM, drunk is most likely not acceptable when sandwiched between two road matches. They likely had training the next day.

That is the issue here folks, not the morality of whether or not the act was immoral or not.

If they violated a curfew in this manner, and got drunk instead of resting for training/the game, that is a huge issue. It shows a massive disrespect to the club and the supporters. It also shows an attitude problem. The team sucks, the results are awful, the players should be digging in and working extra hard - not slacking off.

And I don't care if the players in question are good, bad, or average. That's beside the point.

If they had leave to go out from the team, then it's a different story.

sully
06-19-2012, 09:01 AM
Don't understand why so many have their panties in a knot over this. Jumping to conclusions a little prematurely methinks.

....

It's a fact that at least 3 players were out getting pissed till at least 3am two days before a match. Either the players have no respect for Mariner and by default us, or Mariner doesn't give a crap which is as bad. That's the problem - that's the panties in a knot - anything else like getting arrested for it is secondary.

TOBOR !
06-19-2012, 09:11 AM
Stay focused people... Anselmi is the target. Don't get distracted.

That said, can we modify the old Dichio/Cunnigham 'Fast and Furious' banner with 'Nicky' Soolsma and Aceval sitting on the subs bench, titled 'Drunk and Disorderly' ? Maybe add Silva off to the side as 'The Getaway Driver' ?

TFC Cityboy
06-19-2012, 09:12 AM
having seen Mariner pound 3 pints of Stella back in an hour at bar Wellington one lunchtime late last summer, I can see where the inspiration comes from. You don't get a nose to rival sour alex's without some serious imbibing

ManUtd4ever
06-19-2012, 09:26 AM
having seen Mariner pound 3 pints of Stella back in an hour at bar Wellington one lunchtime late last summer, I can see where the inspiration comes from. You don't get a nose to rival sour alex's without some serious imbibing

LOL!

bigredone
06-19-2012, 09:26 AM
Depends on if there was a team curfew and they violated it. Out at what, 2:45AM, drunk is most likely not acceptable when sandwiched between two road matches. They likely had training the next day.

That is the issue here folks, not the morality of whether or not the act was immoral or not.

If they violated a curfew in this manner, and got drunk instead of resting for training/the game, that is a huge issue. It shows a massive disrespect to the club and the supporters. It also shows an attitude problem. The team sucks, the results are awful, the players should be digging in and working extra hard - not slacking off.

And I don't care if the players in question are good, bad, or average. That's beside the point.

If they had leave to go out from the team, then it's a different story.

Very well said!

Toronto_Bhoy
06-19-2012, 09:36 AM
After cursing the officer, Silva, the 23-year-old Californian “takes off running” but was caught and arrested less than a block away.


Officer "Rocket" Roger Henderson caught the TFC rookie.
http://www.youknowster.com/resources/images/jl/tp/41/50/cop_overweight2.jpg

Brooker
06-19-2012, 09:37 AM
I think you're right, it is BS.

BTW, it looks like another member of the TFC family is out on the town tonight. Will we be reading about him in the morning?

http://yfrog.com/nxddbyvj
http://i860.photobucket.com/albums/ab167/greenfield267/beerastros.jpg

I jest of course but one might question the timing of this post. It's been less than 24 hours.

Who the fuck is that?

Canary10
06-19-2012, 09:43 AM
In my view it's not at all a question of the "morality" of it, but simple optics. When the team is completely in the tank at 1-10, major management changes happening, fans possibly at an all time low in terms of hope for the club and morale, the club aleady the butt of jokes in MLS, this is the last thing we needed.

Richard
06-19-2012, 09:50 AM
Can the club sink any lower? Someone tell me we have hit the bottom please.

ManUtd4ever
06-19-2012, 09:53 AM
Can the club sink any lower? Someone tell me we have hit the bottom please.

"Are we there yet Papa Smurf?"

"Not far now..."

Lucky Strike
06-19-2012, 10:00 AM
Aceval goes from defender.....
To defendant. Lol

Hope he doesn't defend himself like he defends the TFC goal...

*P.S. Innocent until proven guilty - this was just something funny that occurred to me.

Phil
06-19-2012, 10:02 AM
Who the fuck is that?

Head of marketing I think. If he wasn't doing that then there would be a problem.

eustacchio
06-19-2012, 10:05 AM
"Are we there yet Papa Smurf?"

"Not far now..."

"Is it much farther Papa Smurf?

"Yes it is!"

TFCAURORA
06-19-2012, 10:13 AM
lol.. that is so awesome. lol

ManUtd4ever
06-19-2012, 10:16 AM
http://p.twimg.com/AvsNGDSCEAAsPhd.jpg

Fort York Redcoat
06-19-2012, 10:21 AM
FYP

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The warden threw a party in the county jail.
The prison band was there and they began to wail.
The band was jumpin and the joint began to swing.
You should've heard those knocked out jailbirds sing.
Lets rock, everybody, lets rock.
Everybody in the whole cell block
Was dancin to the jailhouse rock.

Spider Murphy played the tenor saxophone,
Little Joe was blowin on the slide trombone.
The drummer boy from Illinois went crash, boom, bang,
The whole rhythm section was the purple gang.
Lets rock, everybody, lets rock.
Everybody in the whole cell block
Was dancin to the jailhouse rock.

Number forty-seven said to number three:
You're the cutest jailbird I ever did see.
I sure would be delighted with your company,
Come on and do the jailhouse rock with me.
Lets rock, everybody, lets rock.
Everybody in the whole cell block
Was dancin to the jailhouse rock.

The sad sack was a sittin on a block of stone
Way over in the corner weepin all alone.
The warden said, hey, buddy, don't you be no square.
If you can't find a partner use a wooden chair.
Lets rock, everybody, lets rock.
Everybody in the whole cell block
Was dancin to the jailhouse rock.

Shifty Henry said to bugs, for heavens sake,
No ones lookin, now's our chance to make a break.
Bugsy turned to shifty and he said, nix nix,
I wanna stick around a while and get my kicks.
Lets rock, everybody, lets rock.
Everybody in the whole cell block
Was dancin to the jailhouse rock.

brad
06-19-2012, 10:22 AM
Can the club sink any lower? Someone tell me we have hit the bottom please.

Of course we can. And we probably will...