EXPANSION: Sacramento Exploring Possibility of MLS Expansion Team

Here is an excerpt from an article on The Sacramento Bee. Major League Soccer in Elk Grove? Well, why not? A group led by former Assembly Speaker Fabian Núñez, who sits on the board of soccer’s national governing body, is exploring the possibility of landing an MLS franchise for the suburb. One of Núñez’s partners in the project, Sacramento attorney Dick Hyde, said Tuesday the idea is in its early stages. “I wouldn’t characterize it as a long shot, but it’s an endeavor that’s in its infancy,” said Hyde, who was part of a group that tried to bring the MLS to Sacramento a decade ago. “I think Elk Grove is probably a really good spot for soccer.” Elk Grove officials are ready to at least look into the concept. The City Council tonight is expected to approve a negotiating agreement with Núñez’s group, Northern California Soccer LLC. To read the entire article click here. Copyright © 2011 This feed is for personal, non-comm...