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 The President of FC Partizani NY (right) gave his first interview for the official website of the team today, discussing past performances, what he expects for the rest of the season and also about the plans he has for the future.
- Hello Mr. President. Thank you for your time
- Hello everyone, and it's my pleasure to speak for the official website of FC Partizani NY
- The first question. What do you think about the last five season of Partizani in the Cosmopolitan Soccer League?
- We had a rough start in the first season. Our roster was mainly made up of players who were trying to get accustomed to the shape of the soccer ball. But little by little we added some talent to the team. Many great players have played for Partizani in the past, and some of them continue to be part of the squad even today. But we have also had some terrible players, some of whom, unfortunately, are still in the team.
- How is this season going so far?
- We're having a good season. We got some important wins during the first half and if we win most of the remaining games we have our chances of earning promotion to the 2nd Division.
- What's the status of the squad right now?
- Well, we're just coming off a long break, so players will suit up for the first time this weekend in our exhibition match. We expect a lot of extra pounds on our players, but we'll have time to get in shape for the start of the season. Our coach is leading by example, by starting a 10:00PM curfew, and the players should follow.
- Did the team train at all during the break?
- Not at the levels of training that we go through during the season, but yes. Our captain has filed over 765 tax returns so far, so his fingers should be in top shape, especially the index finger which he uses to press "Enter" for E-File. Some players interned at Hooters during the winter break, so we expect them to be well rested and in great upper body shape for the start of the season. Our keeper, Cloud, went to Alaska, so he should defrost in time for the first match. Edlo has had some weight issues, so the coach will have to think hard in order to find a starting spot for a smart mouthed, not so skilled, 200 pounder. Erosi is just a big mystery. He might show up drunk, overweight, sexier than ever or just his old self. We'll have to wait and see. Robi has been training on his own but the bad weather has made it difficult for him to get to the gym, 132 ft. away from his house.
- Will there be any changes in the roster?
- Some players might not return to the team. We'll probably know the names soon. We have also added a few new players, while there are four more players that will go through a trial period. "Maloku" might return to the team, which would a great boost for the team and a dream come true for one of his fellow strikers.
- What are the goals for the 2009/10 season?
- Earn promotion. That is the main goal. We were also focusing on getting to the third round in the Cup, but we failed. So if we fail to get the promotion as well, the coach should start looking for anew job. But I am also looking for beautiful soccer from the team. We have achieved that to some degree this season. You can tell by looking in the stands as well, as the number of fans has increased to 4. Add Pirrosi, and we have a record breaking crowd of 5.
- Do you have anything to say to our first official opponents, Astoria Lions?
- This is not the African Cup of Nations!!!
- Thank you Mr. President, it was a pleasure.
- Thank you.
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