As 2011 draws to a close, MLSsoccer.com is taking the opportunity to look back at the best, worst and most memorable moments of the year that was.
We’ll look back at the best games, biggest controversies, worst blunders, rising stars and all the crucial and emotional moments that made this year one we’ll never forget.
Our Best of 2011 series will begin on Monday, Dec. 19, when we unveil what our editorial staff voted as the Game of the Year in MLS. From there, we’ll announce one award per day, ranging from the best American Export to the worst gaffe, leading all the way up until Jan. 2, when we predict which player will be a breakout star in MLS in 2012.
We’ll also be counting down the 11 biggest Stories of the Year as voted on by our staff, beginning on Dec. 21 and culminating with the Story of the Year, which will be revealed on New Year’s Eve.
And last but certainly not least, we need your help to decide the biggest category of them all. Voting for the Moment of the Year is now open, with 20 distinct moments from 2011 to choose from. We’ll unveil the winner on New Year’s Day.
It all adds up to our tribute to 2011, a memorable year for players, coaches, fans and all of us here at MLSsoccer.com. Hope you had as much fun as we did.
Here’s a complete look at what you can expect in the coming weeks in the series.
Dec. 19 – Game of the Year – Monterrey vs RSL the Game of the Year
Dec. 20 – MLS Breakout Player of the Year
Dec. 21 – Transaction of the Year
Dec. 22 – Assist of the Year
Dec. 23 – USMNT Player of the Year
Dec. 24 – MLS Broadcast Call of the Year, Quotes of the Year
Dec. 25 – Celebration of the Year
Dec. 26 – Controversy of the Year
Dec. 27 – American Export of the Year
Dec. 28 – Underrated Player of the Year
Dec. 29 – Gaffe of the Year
Dec. 30 – Fantastic Finish of the Year
Dec. 31 – Story of the Year
Jan. 1 – Moment of the Year, Images of the Year
Jan. 2 – MLS Breakout Player of 2012, USMNT Breakout Player of 2012
