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<item><title><![CDATA[Lenhart finding late-minute knack]]></title><link>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080706&amp;content_id=170681&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Jul 2008 00:56:00 -0400</pubDate><guid>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080706&amp;content_id=170681&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</guid><description><![CDATA[Rookie Steven Lenhart was known early on as the guy with the blond afro as he became a favorite of the Columbus Crew fans. Now, after another late-game strike he might be referred to as Super Sub.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Rookie Steven Lenhart was known early on as the guy with the blond afro as he became a favorite of the Columbus Crew fans. Now, after another late-game strike he might be referred to as Super Sub.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Craig Merz</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Lenhart's late touch earns Crew draw]]></title><link>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080705&amp;content_id=170639&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Jul 2008 22:39:00 -0400</pubDate><guid>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080705&amp;content_id=170639&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</guid><description><![CDATA[Rookie forward Steven Lenhart came off the bench to score in the 87th minute as the Columbus Crew rallied from a two-goal deficit to tie the Chicago Fire, 2-2 at Crew Stadium, and extend their unbeaten streak to four games.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Rookie forward Steven Lenhart came off the bench to score in the 87th minute as the Columbus Crew rallied from a two-goal deficit to tie the Chicago Fire, 2-2 at Crew Stadium, and extend their unbeaten streak to four games.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Craig Merz</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Warzycha takes reins ... for one game]]></title><link>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080703&amp;content_id=170234&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2008 23:41:00 -0400</pubDate><guid>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080703&amp;content_id=170234&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</guid><description><![CDATA[Robert Warzycha will be in a familiar and comfortable role when he takes charge of the Columbus Crew on a temporary basis Saturday, when they take on the Chicago Fire at Crew Stadium.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Robert Warzycha will be in a familiar and comfortable role when he takes charge of the Columbus Crew on a temporary basis Saturday, when they take on the Chicago Fire at Crew Stadium.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Craig Merz</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Crew host rival Fire in classic matchup]]></title><link>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080703&amp;content_id=170180&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2008 19:06:00 -0400</pubDate><guid>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080703&amp;content_id=170180&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</guid><description><![CDATA[With two wins and a draw and eight goals scored in their last three games, the Columbus Crew remain at home, entertaining the Chicago Fire at Crew Stadium.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[With two wins and a draw and eight goals scored in their last three games, the Columbus Crew remain at home, entertaining the Chicago Fire at Crew Stadium.]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Hendrickson credits coach for speedy return]]></title><link>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080703&amp;content_id=170167&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2008 18:20:00 -0400</pubDate><guid>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080703&amp;content_id=170167&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</guid><description><![CDATA[The relationship between an injured athlete and the fitness coach trying to get him back on the field can be one of love and hate.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[The relationship between an injured athlete and the fitness coach trying to get him back on the field can be one of love and hate.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Craig Merz</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Weekly Update: Crew mark holiday with Fire]]></title><link>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080702&amp;content_id=169881&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2008 10:55:00 -0400</pubDate><guid>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080702&amp;content_id=169881&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</guid><description><![CDATA[The Columbus Crew will play host to their second consecutive home match this week, as they welcome the Eastern Conference-rival Chicago Fire to Crew Stadium on Saturday (July 5). A fireworks show is scheduled as part of Saturday night&#39;s postgame festivities, as the Crew celebrate Independence Day weekend.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Columbus Crew will play host to their second consecutive home match this week, as they welcome the Eastern Conference-rival Chicago Fire to Crew Stadium on Saturday (July 5). A fireworks show is scheduled as part of Saturday night's postgame festivities, as the Crew celebrate Independence Day weekend.]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[O'Rourke looking to escape PK jinx]]></title><link>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080701&amp;content_id=169757&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 2008 18:56:00 -0400</pubDate><guid>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080701&amp;content_id=169757&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</guid><description><![CDATA[There always seems to be one kid at camp or on the playground that is the recipient of a &quot;kick me&quot; sign discreetly attached to the back of his shirt.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[There always seems to be one kid at camp or on the playground that is the recipient of a "kick me" sign discreetly attached to the back of his shirt.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Craig Merz</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Crew hope to capitalize at home]]></title><link>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080630&amp;content_id=169582&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2008 18:45:00 -0400</pubDate><guid>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080630&amp;content_id=169582&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</guid><description><![CDATA[One modest goal was reached with last Saturday&#39;s 2-1 win against the Colorado Rapids. But it&#39;s only a small step toward the big objective of reaching the MLS Cup Playoffs, something the Columbus Crew have not done since 2004.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[One modest goal was reached with last Saturday's 2-1 win against the Colorado Rapids. But it's only a small step toward the big objective of reaching the MLS Cup Playoffs, something the Columbus Crew have not done since 2004.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Craig Merz</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Sirk's Notebook: Crew vs. Rapids]]></title><link>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080630&amp;content_id=169429&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:04:00 -0400</pubDate><guid>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080630&amp;content_id=169429&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</guid><description><![CDATA[What&#39;s the opposite of the June Swoon Monsoon? The June Boon Typhoon? Whatever it is, the Crew have used it to erase any premature doubt and apprehension about this enjoyable season.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[What's the opposite of the June Swoon Monsoon? The June Boon Typhoon? Whatever it is, the Crew have used it to erase any premature doubt and apprehension about this enjoyable season.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Steve Sirk</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Healthy Ekpo sparks Crew]]></title><link>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080629&amp;content_id=169108&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Jun 2008 01:21:00 -0400</pubDate><guid>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080629&amp;content_id=169108&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</guid><description><![CDATA[Columbus Crew midfielder Emmanuel Ekpo was disappointed he had to miss the June 21 match at Los Angeles because of slight groin strain suffered the day before in training.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Columbus Crew midfielder Emmanuel Ekpo was disappointed he had to miss the June 21 match at Los Angeles because of slight groin strain suffered the day before in training.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Craig Merz</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Ekpo's first MLS goal topples Rapids]]></title><link>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080628&amp;content_id=169017&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Jun 2008 23:21:00 -0400</pubDate><guid>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080628&amp;content_id=169017&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</guid><description><![CDATA[Columbus Crew midfielder Emmanuel Ekpo had shown flashes of speed in his six prior MLS matches but the Nigerian midfielder had failed to find the back of the net.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Columbus Crew midfielder Emmanuel Ekpo had shown flashes of speed in his six prior MLS matches but the Nigerian midfielder had failed to find the back of the net.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Craig Merz</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Crew return home after strong road trip]]></title><link>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080627&amp;content_id=168861&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jun 2008 17:14:00 -0400</pubDate><guid>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080627&amp;content_id=168861&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</guid><description><![CDATA[After picking up four points in matches at Kansas City and Los Angeles, the Crew return home to face the Colorado Rapids on Saturday for the first time since a 2-0 setback to San Jose on June 7.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[After picking up four points in matches at Kansas City and Los Angeles, the Crew return home to face the Colorado Rapids on Saturday for the first time since a 2-0 setback to San Jose on June 7.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Craig Merz </dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Hejduk hyped for home stint]]></title><link>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080626&amp;content_id=168661&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Jun 2008 21:55:00 -0400</pubDate><guid>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080626&amp;content_id=168661&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</guid><description><![CDATA[Nobody is happier the Columbus Crew are back home for the next two matches than the Energizer Bunny himself, defender Frankie Hejduk.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Nobody is happier the Columbus Crew are back home for the next two matches than the Energizer Bunny himself, defender Frankie Hejduk.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Craig Merz</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Surging Crew host Colorado]]></title><link>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080626&amp;content_id=168447&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Jun 2008 10:46:00 -0400</pubDate><guid>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080626&amp;content_id=168447&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</guid><description><![CDATA[Fresh off a scintillating road trip where they piled in six goals in gaining a win and a draw, the Columbus Crew return home to take on the Colorado Rapids. ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Fresh off a scintillating road trip where they piled in six goals in gaining a win and a draw, the Columbus Crew return home to take on the Colorado Rapids. ]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Lenhart's MLS career delays charity work]]></title><link>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080624&amp;content_id=168153&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Jun 2008 17:42:00 -0400</pubDate><guid>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080624&amp;content_id=168153&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</guid><description><![CDATA[The finger-in-the-light-socket golden Afro is gone, but the free-spirited rookie forward assures everyone he is still the same Steven Lenhart. That&#39;s good news for the Columbus Crew -- and possibly the people of the African nation of Zambia that he desperately wants to help.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[The finger-in-the-light-socket golden Afro is gone, but the free-spirited rookie forward assures everyone he is still the same Steven Lenhart. That's good news for the Columbus Crew -- and possibly the people of the African nation of Zambia that he desperately wants to help.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Craig Merz </dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Crew ready to exorcise demons]]></title><link>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080623&amp;content_id=167882&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Jun 2008 16:33:00 -0400</pubDate><guid>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080623&amp;content_id=167882&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</guid><description><![CDATA[After another second-half, point-producing rally on the road, the Columbus Crew might be ready to exorcise the demons of past failures.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[After another second-half, point-producing rally on the road, the Columbus Crew might be ready to exorcise the demons of past failures.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Craig Merz</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Lenhart's energy key in comeback draw]]></title><link>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080622&amp;content_id=167678&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Jun 2008 02:59:00 -0400</pubDate><guid>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080622&amp;content_id=167678&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</guid><description><![CDATA[When Steven Lenhart entered Saturday&#39;s match for the Columbus Crew against the Los Angeles Galaxy, the match was deadlocked at 2-2. Lenhart ultimately showed why he was brought into the match. ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[When Steven Lenhart entered Saturday's match for the Columbus Crew against the Los Angeles Galaxy, the match was deadlocked at 2-2. Lenhart ultimately showed why he was brought into the match. ]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Luis Bueno</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Crew earn draw with big second half]]></title><link>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080622&amp;content_id=167616&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Jun 2008 01:02:00 -0400</pubDate><guid>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080622&amp;content_id=167616&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</guid><description><![CDATA[The Columbus Crew scored three goals in the second half to claim a pulsating 3-3 draw against the Los Angeles Galaxy at The Home Depot Center on Saturday.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Columbus Crew scored three goals in the second half to claim a pulsating 3-3 draw against the Los Angeles Galaxy at The Home Depot Center on Saturday.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Luis Bueno</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Crew ready for galactic challenge]]></title><link>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080620&amp;content_id=167195&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Jun 2008 10:38:00 -0400</pubDate><guid>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080620&amp;content_id=167195&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</guid><description><![CDATA[The good news for veteran Columbus Crew defender Frankie Hejduk is he has gone against forwards Edson Buddle and Landon Donovan enough in practice to know what they can do when they have the ball in front of the net.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[The good news for veteran Columbus Crew defender Frankie Hejduk is he has gone against forwards Edson Buddle and Landon Donovan enough in practice to know what they can do when they have the ball in front of the net.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Craig Merz</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Climbing Crew visit West's best]]></title><link>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080619&amp;content_id=167110&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Jun 2008 20:46:00 -0400</pubDate><guid>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080619&amp;content_id=167110&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</guid><description><![CDATA[Their attack in irresistible form recently, the Los Angeles Galaxy return home to take on high fliers in their own right, the Columbus Crew, at The Home Depot Center. ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Their attack in irresistible form recently, the Los Angeles Galaxy return home to take on high fliers in their own right, the Columbus Crew, at The Home Depot Center. ]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Crew's Hernandez nearly set to return]]></title><link>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080619&amp;content_id=167018&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Jun 2008 15:14:00 -0400</pubDate><guid>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080619&amp;content_id=167018&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</guid><description><![CDATA[Before Nicolas Hernandez can repair his reputation as a goal scorer, he first must mend his body. After two lengthy injury rehabilitations, the Argentinean forward is close to being back to full capacity.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Before Nicolas Hernandez can repair his reputation as a goal scorer, he first must mend his body. After two lengthy injury rehabilitations, the Argentinean forward is close to being back to full capacity.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Craig Merz</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Elenio a quick study with Columbus]]></title><link>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080617&amp;content_id=166545&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Jun 2008 17:37:00 -0400</pubDate><guid>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080617&amp;content_id=166545&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</guid><description><![CDATA[Cory Elenio has proven to be a good student in the classroom and a quick study on the field as well. A second-round pick in the 2008 MLS SuperDraft, Elenio graduated from the University of Evansville with a business management degree last month.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[Cory Elenio has proven to be a good student in the classroom and a quick study on the field as well. A second-round pick in the 2008 MLS SuperDraft, Elenio graduated from the University of Evansville with a business management degree last month.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Craig Merz</dc:creator>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Weekly Update: Crew travel to Los Angeles]]></title><link>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080617&amp;content_id=166314&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Jun 2008 12:06:00 -0400</pubDate><guid>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080617&amp;content_id=166314&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</guid><description><![CDATA[The Columbus Crew will look to earn its second consecutive road win this Saturday (June 21) as it travels to Southern California to take on the Los Angeles Galaxy at The Home Depot Center.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[The Columbus Crew will look to earn its second consecutive road win this Saturday (June 21) as it travels to Southern California to take on the Los Angeles Galaxy at The Home Depot Center.]]></content:encoded>
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<item><title><![CDATA[Schmid thrilled with defensive effort]]></title><link>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080616&amp;content_id=166170&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Jun 2008 18:34:00 -0400</pubDate><guid>http://columbus.crew.mlsnet.com/news/team_news.jsp?ymd=20080616&amp;content_id=166170&amp;vkey=news_coc&amp;fext=.jsp&amp;team=t102</guid><description><![CDATA[You would think Columbus Crew coach Sigi Schmid would have been most excited about finally breaking through on the scoreboard and putting a three-spot up against the Kansas City Wizards on Saturday.]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[You would think Columbus Crew coach Sigi Schmid would have been most excited about finally breaking through on the scoreboard and putting a three-spot up against the Kansas City Wizards on Saturday.]]></content:encoded>
<dc:creator>Craig Merz</dc:creator>
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