Interview: Shawn McGee Part 1

I recently spoke with Shawn McGee, General Manager & COO of The Atlanta Beat, to discuss everything from preparing for four drafts, to Marta, to a jersey sponsor.   One thing that was obvious prior to ever speaking with McGee was how he’s chosen to be accessible to the fans.  While it would be easy [...]

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Red Bull Street Style in ATL

Three minutes, two players, one ball. Contestants from across the country are set to battle it out at Center Stage on February 20th for a chance to represent the United States at the Red Bull Street Style World Finals.  The amateur competition blends the footwork of freestyle soccer and skillfulness of breakdancing as [...]

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Atlanta Beat Preseason Roster Update

Manya Makoski, Acquired via LA Sol Dispersal Draft

In the span of a week the Atlanta Beat have transitioned from a team with an expansion look to potential contenders.  Through the international draft and the pickup of Tobin Heath the Beat has acuired enough talent to provide the offensive spark.  [...]

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1st pick traded to St. Louis in exchange for McNeill & Kerr

I was on the right track but slightly missed the mark.  Fortunately I think GM Shawn McGee & Head Coach Gareth O’Sullivan hit it pure in their latest acquisitions in exchange for the first pick in the upcoming disposition draft.

The trade did in-fact happen with St. Louis and the Beat did receive defender Kia [...]

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Let's Make A Deal!

 With the Dispersal Draft getting ready to take place on Thursday could we see a trade for Marta’s rights happening soon?  Speculation is growing that St. Louis and Atlanta are going to make a deal.

If this were to happen I could see Atlanta trading the rights for Marta in exchange for Eniola Aluko, the [...]

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