Category Non-Political
Beckham’s Miami MLS dreams appear on life support after State of the League teleconference
On Thursday, MLS Commissioner Don Garber held his state of the league address. In it he was asked more questions about David Beckham’s continued difficulties in Miami than any other single topic. I was one of about a hundred writers from around North America on the teleconference and the takeaway was clear- Miami and Beckham do […]
World Famous German Soccer Clubs headed to Florida in January
In January, two of Germany’s top soccer clubs will visit the State of Florida for games in 2016 Florida Cup, a competition that includes several high-profile international teams as well as the Fort Lauderdale Strikers. Bayer 04 Leverkusen and FC Schalke 04 will both compete in the event with games January 10th and 13th. Games […]
Bill Maher, liberals and Islam – Does he have a point or am I a racist?
Bill Maher has railed against Islam often during his career, most recently on Friday night’s edition of Real Time with Bill Maher. (Pick up a copy of When You Ride Alone and you might understand his views a little bitter) Maher who proudly bashes all organized religions has somehow failed to distinguish the differences between […]
United Airlines and Azul launch partnership on Florida-Brazil flights
Last week, United Airlines and Azul, the shirt sponsor for the Fort Lauderdale Strikers began implementing codesharing agreement. This means Florida residents can book via United Airlines flights to Brazil from Orlando and Fort Lauderdale. Azul passengers will also be able to connect directly on an Azul ticket via Orlando onward to Newark and via Fort […]
Fort Lauderdale loss probably hands Tampa Bay NASL postseason spot; South Florida soccer “fans” fail again compared to counterparts elsewhere in Florida
With two chances in four days to pull away and essentially end the race for the final spot in the NASL’s unique “Championship” postseason tournament, the Fort Lauderdale Strikers failed on both occasions. Taking just one point from the two games, the Strikers now sit behind Tampa Bay who defeated Carolina 1-0 at Al Lang […]
Turkish Airlines attempting to build world largest sand castle in Miami
Per Local 10 news in Miami/Fort Lauderdale Turkish Airlines which has used various publicity stunts globally when launching new cities is using a sand castle to publicize the airline’s return to Miami. Turkish resumes Miami service next week 14 years after suspending service in the wake of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Full report and […]
Flashback Friday: Sunshine State Parkway in the early 1960’s
Florida’s Turnpike, originally known as the Sunshine State Parkway opened in 1957 spanning 109 miles from the future Golden Glades Interchange north of Miami to Fort Pierce. It was the first limited-access road in the southeast United States outside of large urban areas. Since Florida was becoming a tourist haven, after World War II the decision […]
Special TKR Pod: Orlando City MLS Playoff hopes, Tampa Bay/Fort Lauderdale NASL battle and Jacksonville Armada changes
Special TKR pod tomorrow night at 9:30pm Eastern with Neil W. Blackmon of the Yanks are Coming discussing Orlando City’s MLS Playoff push, the battle between Tampa Bay and Fort Lauderdale (among other teams) for a spot in the NASL postseason and the changes in Jacksonville with the Armada. It’s been a busy time for […]
Boca Raton FC thriving despite Scott Gordon fiasco and bizarre league practices
If you are soccer fan in Florida, chances are you haven’t heard of Boca Raton Football Club or even the American Premier Soccer League (APSL) but some great soccer is being played in the fourth division club out of Boca Raton, and for locals it might be wise to pay attention. But chances are you […]
The Kartik Report Podcast: Fort Lauderdale, Tampa Bay and Jacksonville postgame
Fort Lauderdale blew an opportunity to move into the final spot in the NASL Championship losing to Minnesota United 5-2 Saturday night at Lockhart Stadium. The Strikers created a multitude of good chances but were just easily opened up by the Loons. Tampa Bay lost 2-0 in Jacksonville to the Armada who this past week […]
The Florida Squeeze 