Via: Red Bull New York Media Relations    Monday, January 11, 2010 16:24    Print E-mail
Red Bulls to introduce Backe on Wednesday
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Red Bull New York will introduce new head coach Hans Backe on Wednesday

Hans Backe, new head coach of the NY Red Bulls | Getty/RBNYRed Bull New York will introduce head coach Hans Backe (pronounced BAH-kuh) to the local media on Wednesday, Jan. 13 at 12:30 PM ET at Red Bull Arena's Bulls Corner, located on the stadium's third level. Backe was named the team's new head coach on Jan. 7. He will retain assistant coach Richie Williams and goalkeeper coach Des McAleenan for his staff. Jeremy Holsopple will also join the staff as the team's Strength and Conditioning Coach.

"I have followed Hans' career for many years and I think he will be an excellent coach for this team," said Red Bull New York General Manager and Sporting Director Erik Soler. "Hans brings a vast amount of experience from a variety of different clubs in Europe and he has been a fantastic mentor for many young and established players. We are confident that he will be able to help our club accomplish our goal of competing for a MLS Cup."

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