

Hunter Freeman
Jozy, Olympian. Hunter, Not.
By: Dave Martinez |No shocker at all, but Coach Nowak announced his Olympic roster, including the likes of Jozy Altidore, Brian McBride, Freddy Adu, Brad Guzan and Michael Parkhurst. The Offside took part in the press conference this afternoon, with your humble blogger as your representative. Great stuff.
First off, great stuff for Jozy Altidore, as he [...]
Exclusive: Hunter Freeman Interview Pt. III
By: Dave Martinez |So here we are, the final part of this trilogy. What have I learned so far? Well, Hunter is a straight shooter who isnt shy about giving an opinion – a refreshing change from the cookie cutter responses athletes usually give to dance around questions. I mean, how many times can you [...]
EXCLUSIVE: Hunter Freeman Q&A – PT. 2
By: Dave Martinez |Welcome back.
So while I was conducting this interview, there were kids sitting all around, doing homework, reading, minding their own business, and sporting their local Colleges gear.
The guy pictured here with Freeman? Well, meet Morris.. As I was conducting the interview, Morris was deep into some textbook and papers. And every now [...]
EXCLUSIVE: Hunter Freeman Q&A – PT. 1
By: Dave Martinez |Hunter Freeman has been sidelined all season with a sprained ankle suffered at the Olympic Qualifiers. Nearly six weeks later, he has finally managed to find his way back into the starting lineup – playing against rival Toronto FC.
I had the opportunity to sit down with Freeman, grab some Starbucks, and talk a little [...]
Hunter Freeman Q&A – Exclusive
By: Dave Martinez |Hey guys and gals,
I had a chance to grab some Starbucks coffee with Red Bulls right back Hunter Freeman. We spoke, drank coffee, had a caffeine stroke (well, at least I did) and overall, had a good time. We pretty much covered everything there was to cover – from injuries, to Osorio, training, [...]
Injury Analysis and Updates (including Etcheverry)
By: Dave Martinez |The Bulls are in for quite a test this season if the first three games are any indication.
Through 3 games, we have had 7 relevant injuries and a red carded player in Jeff Parke.
That equals roughly 14.5 missed games by individuals on this team in 3 games. 15.5 if you include Parke. [...]
Red Bulls 0 – 2 Dallas. Chin up folks.
By: Dave Martinez |Hey everyone,
Put the noose back in the closet. And dont reach for the shotgun with the toe attachment. The season doesnt end on one bad game. I promise.
Lets put the game in some perspective
+ They are walking injured
+ Depth for this game was none existent
+ It was their first away fixture.
Here is [...]
Red Bulls/Dallas Preview and Hunter Freemans Blog . . .
By: Dave Martinez |Hard News – boring, just the facts, no opinion writing (which I love to do believe it or not)
Blog – what I do best, right here on theoffside. Irreverent as always!
For those who dont know, I contribute hard news to AmericanSoccerReader.com. I have posted the Red Bulls Game Preview, and I would love [...]
Jorge Rojas, Vinotinto Vet, and Chris Innes – Trialists
By: Dave Martinez |Who says we need to pilfer Chicago for all our acquisitions?
Jorge Rojas, 30, a Venezuelan National veteran with 78 caps to his name, and the infamous Chris Innes, former captain of the bankrupt and dying Gretna FC of SPL, are now on trial with the Red Bulls.
I knew there was a reason I waited till [...]
Red Bulls v. Columbus Cows Game Preview
By: Dave Martinez |OVERVIEW:
Welcome to game 1! We are dealing with some injuries, starting up to 2 rookies, and are beginning our season a week ahead of everyone else. Good times.
The Cows are in town, headed by Schelotto, Moreno and Gaven.
Let the Mini Clasico Begin!






