MLS in Seattle announces the official team name:
 Seattle Sounders FC, MLS 2009!

Monday April 7th, 2008

Earlier today MLSinSeattle.com (see SoundersFC.com) officially announced the results of the “Name the Team” vote. The name, which has been eagerly anticipated now for months, is finally a reality and something I think everyone can be happy with. During the press conference it was stated that there were 20% more write-in votes than any of the three pre-selected options. Ultimately the right choice was made in deciding to keep with tradition but also add something new (FC). Also made public was the logo (above).

Something else from the press conference that I liked hearing was after a couple questions alluding to the signings of players, the draft, overseas players, so-on and so-on Roth came out and said “If you’re asking, would we pay for someone the caliber of Thierry Henry… the answer is yes”. I’m not taking this comment seriously, as in Seattle will sign Henry, but I do like the fact that it sounds like they will spend some money on talent!

Just think… this time next year, we’ll be kicking off the start of Seattle’s first MLS season!