Major League Soccer to honor Landon Donovan January 15 in Philadelphia

NEW YORK(January 8, 2015) – Major League Soccer will pay tribute to Landon Donovan, honoring him for his significant contributions to the League, ahead of next week’s MLS SuperDraft presented by adidas in Philadelphia. Media are encouraged to attend this event before they cover the MLS SuperDraft, which starts at 12:30 p.m. ET at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia.


WHAT:


Exciting announcement to be made ahead of the MLS SuperDraft that will honor MLS’ all-time leader scorer


Interview opportunities with Landon Donovan and MLS Commissioner Don Garber


WHEN:

Thursday, January 15, 2015


Press check-in: 10:00 a.m. ET


Press event: 10:30 a.m. ET


Media opportunities to follow


WHERE:        

Marriott Downtown Philadelphia – Grand Ballroom Salon E


1201 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107


WHO: 

Landon Donovan and Major League Soccer Commissioner Don Garber


NOTE:

Media interested in covering the 2015 SuperDraft presented by adidas should contact Sal Della Monica (Sal.DellaMonica@mlssoccer.com) to request a credential for the event. Credential pick-up for the MLS SuperDraft will be located outside the Grand Ballroom starting at 10:00 a.m. ET on January 15.