Portland Timbers Reach 12,000 ST Sold

Big News Today. On top of Jorge Perlaza finally inking a deal with the Portland Timbers, we now receive word that the Timbers have sold more than 12,000 season tickets! This was determined to be the cap from the outset, but as I expected they have opened up some additional seats due to demand. Here are the key points of the article:

• 500 additional season tickets will be sold
• Hard cap at 12,500 for the inaugural season
• Half season ticket plans are nearing sold out status
• All 23 suites have been sold on a multi year basis
• Fewer than 125 season tickets remain in the Timbers Army
• 50 seating sections have been sold out

In other words, if you plan on buying season tickets do it ASAP. You don't want to miss out on this experience. Single game tickets will go on sale soon, but everyone with season tickets will have first crack at them, so don't expect to see any for Seattle, Vancouver, New York, or LA available for purchase. Every game is going to sell out this season!

Meet the Timbers Billboard Models

Great story found on OregonLive today. Benjamin Brink and Lee Williams tracked down five of the billboard models to find out how their lives have changed. Video profiles on each individual can be found via the links.

PS... I have a major crush on Katie Dober. Lets see. She is 25 years old, absolutely beautiful, grew up playing soccer, and drives a giant truck. Add in the fact that she is a Timbers fan and loves the outdoors. Doesn't get much better than that.

Eugenie Frerichs

Abram Goldman-Armstrong

Cian McCann

Katie Dober

Fernando Machicado

"Rose City FC" Merchandise

Today marked the release of the Timber's secondary jersey, now called the "Rose City FC" kit. Along with it comes a whole line of merchandise featuring the secondary rose crest. How do you all feel about this alternate brand they are pushing? Let me know what you think.

Official 2011 Portland Timbers Schedule

It's official folks. We have the 2011 Portland Timbers schedule!! The whole process of bringing MLS soccer to Portland has been a long and difficult road, but we are almost there. Just over a month to be exact. Click on over to the Timbers website for a look at the full schedule.

As I've told some of you, I want to let as many people experience MLS this season as I can. I have purchased 2 season tickets in the south end of PGE Park. My second ticket will go out to those who express interest in coming to a game and experiencing pure passion that surrounds Portland soccer. Let me know if there is a match-up that you are dying to see, and I can make note of it.

Timbers Fan Photo Shoot Results

Here are some of the photos the Timber's front office have released. These were taken at the downtown Portland Timbers merchandise store last week. Fans were given the opportunity to have their photo taken with props in similar fashion as the billboards around town. These were some of my favorite photos from the batch they just released on Facebook. As soon as my picture gets emailed to me I will post it... unless it's too embarrassing for public view.

Portland Timbers Reach 11,000 Season Tickets

In this interview from OregonLive, Merritt Paulson lets it slip that the Timbers have sold 11,000 season tickets (1:08 minute mark) for the upcoming season. That leaves only 1,000 left for purchase before we reach our cap. I expect them to raise the bar from 12k to 13k as demand over these last couple months increases, but they do need to leave room for groups, mini-plans, and single game tickets. If you haven't bought season tickets you should really think about putting aside some money and getting them now. I expect every game this season to be a sell-out and it could prove difficult to purchase tickets on match day. Timbers Army tickets can be purchased here for only $360. Believe me, it will be the best money you spend all year.

Portland Timbers Over 10,000 Season Tickets Sold?

In a recent article on EPSN entitled Looking ahead to 2011 for U.S. soccer, Jeff Carlisle has this to say concerning season ticket sales in Portland. We haven't heard much front the FO concerning sales lately, but I expect an update after New Years.

"MLS got it right with the league's expansion in Seattle and Philadelphia. Can that enthusiasm be duplicated in the Pacific Northwest? So far, the signs are positive. Already, both Portland and Vancouver have topped the 10,000 mark in season-ticket sales, and the proximity to Seattle should allow for some healthy rivalries to emerge."

NEW Timbers Team Store - Opening Soon

Found out today the Portland Timbers open their new team store in downtown Portland on December 10th at 10 AM. The jerseys are still set to be unveiled the 9th at PDX. The store will be located at 519 SW 6th Avenue.

Not positive, but I believe this may just be a temporary home for merchandise. The renovated park will feature a new fan shop open to the public adjacent to a viewing plaza. I have a feeling this downtown store will only be open until the start of the season in March, when the official team store is ready. Hope to see you there on Dec. 10th!

Another Timbers Billboard Discovered

This might be my favorite

Portland Timbers Billboards

New billboards are popping up around downtown Portland. The FO has asked fans to post photos of the billboards on the team's Facebook page as they are discovered. I really like their use of real Timbers fans in these ads. I'm not sure I've ever seen the woman before, but I have seen the other guy at nearly every single Timbers function I have attended. He stands and chants for his team at every game, and he is the type of fan we need more of in the coming seasons. He is a true supporter of his club and I am glad he has been rewarded by the organization. What do you think of the new ads?

New Timbers Billboard in Downtown

I hope the Front Office got the approval from the Timbers Army before running with this billboard. Definitely a piece of advertising aimed at the hardcore crowd that have probably already bought tickets. Most new ticket buyers won't understand this is related to the Timbers unless they have seen one of the No Pity scarves designed by the Army.

Portland Timbers Beer Pong Table

I got further proof yesterday that I have some awesome roommates. I get home last night right in time for our MLS Cup viewing party and they have this little gift waiting for me. The guys spent all night on Saturday getting this table ready. Pretty sweet addition to the soccer house! Let me know if you want to come have a game. House rules say your cup formation has to line up in your favorite soccer formation (3-4-3 didn't work so well for me in the inaugural match).

Waiting To Buy Timbers Season Tickets???

Stop what you are doing. Stop reading this blog and get over to the Timbers Army page and buy your tickets now! You don't want to miss out on the inaugural season. I've already got two tickets purchased so you have the extra incentive of going to games with me!

Tickets in the Timbers Army start at only $360. With 20 games on the package your looking at only $18 per game. And when you consider the possibility of friendly matches against big clubs from Europe, your getting a bargain. So stop waiting and buy now!