Attention Loyal EarthQuakes fans: This just in, the Houston Dynamo, a team tragically stolen away from San Jose, and replaced in Houston Texas, has a new owner, or rather, 50% shareholder. Oscar De La Hoya, the prolific boxer, and exceptional dresser and his company, Golden Boy Promotions reportedly have purchased half of Houston Dynamo's shares valued at somewhere around $80 to $90 Million. That is a lot of money that could be used on wigs. Ok, all jokes aside, this crossdressing boxer is a good, no, great business man. This is tough news for owners around the league that want to compete with the Orange Men in years to come. Even as AEG's stepson (always envious of the Galaxy's attention), the Dynamo have been nothing short of incredible as the league's first real dynasty, and could easily be a contender for the MLS Cup again in 2008.
This is even bigger news for Major League Soccer. It serves as another reminder that serious businessmen and companies Want In To MLS. And why shouldn't they? The Gloves Are Off. This league is taking a great form, and has excellent leadership at the top. I think it's safe to assume this bet will pay off for the former Gold Medalist.
Here's the interesting question though; With Golden Boy and their partners sharing just %50 of the power, and AEG controlling the rest (apparently to work the downtown stadium deal out), Who is really going to be in charge of this ship? It sounds all rosy now, but could Houston end up with a distaster like Liverpool has over in Anfield? Not likely, but you never know. This is a league now, where people, teams, and owners are taking their soccer pretty seriously. Next...
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