Author Topic: Keon Daniel in 2012 (Read 2020 times)

BrotherlyGame · « **on:** January 26, 2012, 01:26:26 PM »

Hello all,

It's been a little bit since I last poked my head in here to talk to you about Keon Daniel and the Union. The team's training camp had physicals today, but as of now the club has said nothing about his status.

I happened upon this article: http://www.thetobagonews.com/sports/Boucher_earns_Soca_Warriors_call-up-137734243.html

It says there that Daniel "plys his trade with the Puerto Rico Islanders in the Puerto Rico Professional League and has been the only Tobagonian on the squad for some time was not called because newly appointed technical director, Anton Corneal who recently replaced former technical director Otto Pfster, told the Tobago News that they are giving the local players an opportunity to prove their worth hence the reason they have limited the number of overseas based players."

After confirming that there was a friendly against Finland four days ago, I searched around and couldn't find anything that would confirm Daniel had moved back to the Islanders.

Any chance someone knows of his status, or knows of such a transfer? Much appreciated if I could get a bit of help here. Nothing in Philly is pointing towards him having returned to America yet.

Thanks,

Scott Kessler
www.brotherlygame.com

Sam · « **Reply #1 on:** January 26, 2012, 02:15:02 PM »

Good luck with that, no one knows what is going on with Keon, maybe he have had trouble with the law but I am only assuming as this is a very strange case

I don't think Trinidad will play him either as he is clubless

just cool · « **Reply #2 on:** January 26, 2012, 04:36:30 PM »

Daniel had some work permit issues, and after that just faded since the last WCQ against guyana which we lost. he's probabaly training with one of the local clubs staying fit waiting for the work permit issues to be sorted out, but my guess is as good as any.

Dinner Mints · « **Reply #3 on:** January 26, 2012, 04:40:44 PM »

Lol, meanwhile we're here waiting on word from Philly about him.

Deeks · « **Reply #4 on:** January 26, 2012, 04:41:31 PM »

Keon and his "problems" is a mystery to us. We just don't know!

CK1 · « **Reply #5 on:** January 26, 2012, 10:02:46 PM »

He did not transfer anywhere, as was reported sometime ago there is an unresolved visa/ work permit issue...that's all.

soccerman · « **Reply #6 on:** January 26, 2012, 10:26:53 PM »

Professional athletes usually get a special type of visa to play sports in the US. I don't understand why he's having so much issues when he was a key contributor on the team, not like he was riding pine during his stint there. Only if he was playing and getting paid without having the proper work authorization but this is just speculation on my part.

BrotherlyGame · « **Reply #7 on:** January 27, 2012, 08:16:51 AM »

I know all about the P-1 visa situation, but for a while the news was coming out of T&T, not the US. Was hoping something had been leaked through your side. I guess not. 'tis discouraging.

soccerman · « **Reply #8 on:** January 27, 2012, 04:23:11 PM »

Quote from: BrotherlyGame on January 27, 2012, 08:16:51 AM

I know all about the P-1 visa situation, but for a while the news was coming out of T&T, not the US. Was hoping something had been leaked through your side. I guess not. 'tis discouraging.

Maybe it's an opportunity for you to do some investigative reporting with the club and shed some light to us on the matter.

BrotherlyGame · « **Reply #9 on:** January 28, 2012, 07:16:05 PM »

Quote from: soccerman on January 27, 2012, 04:23:11 PM

Quote from: BrotherlyGame on January 27, 2012, 08:16:51 AM
I know all about the P-1 visa situation, but for a while the news was coming out of T&T, not the US. Was hoping something had been leaked through your side. I guess not. 'tis discouraging.
Maybe it's an opportunity for you to do some investigative reporting with the club and shed some light to us on the matter.

Club won't say anything, but I have been trying to look into things. Just tough since he's probably still in T&T and I don't have access to much outside of the US.

Qmire · « **Reply #10 on:** January 29, 2012, 12:51:17 PM »

Keon needs assistance in this matter ,he maybe should seek out the Minister of Sport in this problem ,Anil might be able to help him .

BrotherlyGame · « **Reply #11 on:** February 02, 2012, 12:07:53 PM »

Update:

http://www.brotherlygame.com/2012/2/1/2763747/keon-daniel-kyle-nakazawa-youth-sports-complex-philadelphia-union-preseason-camp

just cool · « **Reply #12 on:** February 02, 2012, 11:06:40 PM »

Quote from: Deeks on January 26, 2012, 04:41:31 PM

Keon and his "problems" is a mystery to us. We just don't know!

He's another Kenwyne jones prototype, play great in one game and then drop ah stink bomb in the next.

FireBrand · « **Reply #13 on:** February 06, 2012, 03:16:49 PM »

Mwanga, Daniel arrive at Union preseason in Orlando
philadelphiaunion.com

As the Union begin the second leg of 2012 preseason training in Orlando, Florida, forward Danny Mwanga and midfielder Keon Daniel have arrived in camp, while Supplemental Draft selections Thomas Brandt and Brandon Zimmerman have not been invited to remain with the club.

Mwanga spent 10 days training with English Premier League side Aston Villa. The first overall pick in the 2010 MLS SuperDraft was the seventh member of the Union to train abroad in the offseason. Mwanga scored five goals and added four assists in 2011 after scoring seven goals with four assists as a rookie in '10.

Daniel has joined the club for the first time since departing to play for the Trinidad and Tobago national team on August 26, 2011. In 2011, Daniel scored a goal and added two assists in 888 minutes over 18 appearances, including nine starts.

Brandt, a 21-year-old defender, was the 13th overall selection in the 2012 MLS Supplemental Draft out of the University of Pennsylvania.

Zimmerman, a 21-year-old midfielder, was the 52nd overall selection in the 2012 MLS Supplemental Draft out of UC Santa Clara.

BrotherlyGame · « **Reply #14 on:** February 06, 2012, 03:27:47 PM »

Should hopefully have info on what happened to him over the last six months soon.

http://www.brotherlygame.com/2012/2/6/2775936/keon-daniel-joins-union-in-florida-two-supplemental-picks-not-invited

theworm2345 · « **Reply #15 on:** February 06, 2012, 03:38:44 PM »

Its too bad, thought back when he was probably the best player in the second stage of the 2010 campaign (not necessarily saying much) he could do much better than the MLS, maybe at least Championship quality league if not higher (as I recall he went on trial with West Ham) though I think many would say he has gone backwards since then. However, he is still young and could still be an important player for T&T.

Mose · « **Reply #16 on:** February 06, 2012, 04:01:55 PM »

Apparently the Union need someone to take their freekicks now that Le Toux has been traded. Hopefully KD gets a chance to show what he can do and takes it!!

kounty · « **Reply #17 on:** February 06, 2012, 04:59:08 PM »

Quote from: BrotherlyGame on February 06, 2012, 03:27:47 PM

Should hopefully have info on what happened to him over the last six months soon.

http://www.brotherlygame.com/2012/2/6/2775936/keon-daniel-joins-union-in-florida-two-supplemental-picks-not-invited

good news

Dinner Mints · « **Reply #18 on:** February 06, 2012, 07:40:44 PM »

Quote from: theworm2345 on February 06, 2012, 03:38:44 PM

he could do much better than the MLS, maybe at least Championship quality league

I know you're Bizarro Zeppo and everything, but it's generally accepted that, on average, there's not much difference between MLS and Championship standard any more.

soccerman · « **Reply #19 on:** February 06, 2012, 07:49:43 PM »

Quote from: BrotherlyGame on February 06, 2012, 03:27:47 PM

Should hopefully have info on what happened to him over the last six months soon.

http://www.brotherlygame.com/2012/2/6/2775936/keon-daniel-joins-union-in-florida-two-supplemental-picks-not-invited

Finally a positive sign for Keon, glad he's back on track...the MLS pushes him above his comfort zone and keeps him assertive.

Didn't know his nickname was predator in Philly lol

BrotherlyGame · « **Reply #20 on:** February 06, 2012, 07:57:44 PM »

Quote from: soccerman on February 06, 2012, 07:49:43 PM

Quote from: BrotherlyGame on February 06, 2012, 03:27:47 PM
Should hopefully have info on what happened to him over the last six months soon.

http://www.brotherlygame.com/2012/2/6/2775936/keon-daniel-joins-union-in-florida-two-supplemental-picks-not-invited

Finally a positive sign for Keon, glad he's back on track...the MLS pushes him above his comfort zone and keeps him assertive.

Didn't know his nickname was predator in Philly lol

I don't know who first coined it, but it was early into the '11 MLS season when it caught on as a nickname.

theworm2345 · « **Reply #21 on:** February 06, 2012, 07:58:49 PM »

Quote from: Dinner Mints on February 06, 2012, 07:40:44 PM

Quote from: theworm2345 on February 06, 2012, 03:38:44 PM
he could do much better than the MLS, maybe at least Championship quality league
I know you're Bizarro Zeppo and everything, but it's generally accepted that, on average, there's not much difference between MLS and Championship standard any more.

Generallly accepted by who? MLS fans?

I don't want to muck up Keon's thread with this argument as you know I can go until I'm blue in the face on that one...if you want me to lay it out as I see it please PM me.

fitzinho · « **Reply #22 on:** February 07, 2012, 06:10:33 AM »

I live in Philly and was talking to some people...a man up here bawl KD should be playing Premiership ball yes. That one surprise me.

JRtheWriter · « **Reply #23 on:** July 14, 2012, 04:30:11 PM »

Keon Daniel is starting tonight!

The last time he started was last month, and we got this...http://www.mlssoccer.com/video/2012/06/30/goal-early-equalizer-daniel

I saw it in person and was Super happy I got to see it live.

Games at 7 Pm (EST) and if you need a link to see it, send me a message in my inbox

Let's go Soca Warriors!

elan · « **Reply #24 on:** July 14, 2012, 07:56:33 PM »

Scored an OG

JRtheWriter · « **Reply #25 on:** July 15, 2012, 07:05:19 AM »

Quote from: elan on July 14, 2012, 07:56:33 PM

Scored an OG

Def did, I love Keon but he doesn't really fit that Union system well if they're playing Hoppenot and Jack who are to really fast guys who just like big lobs over the top. Keon plays too forward and would like to see him facilitate the midfield a little more.

JRtheWriter · « **Reply #26 on:** August 21, 2012, 09:42:42 AM »

Keon is gonna be on the radio today in Philly. I know the host and was wondering did any of you guys have any questions for him. I'll pass them along and post a link to the radio stream tonight.

Trinimassive · « **Reply #27 on:** August 21, 2012, 10:29:14 AM »

Ask Keon if he intends to represent T&T at the 2012 Caribbean Cup in order to help improve our chances of making the next Gold Cup

Sam · « **Reply #28 on:** August 21, 2012, 10:31:32 AM »

Ask him which hand he does jock with ?

Tallman · « **Reply #29 on:** August 21, 2012, 12:55:06 PM »

Can you elaborate on the reason for your 7-month (Aug 2011 - March 2012) absence from the Union?

During your time away from the Union, what did you do to stay in shape? Did you train with a local team?

What do you think were the main reasons for the Soca Warriors bowing out of World Cup 2014 qualification at such an early stage?

Will you be available for the Soca Warriors for the Digicel Carribean Cup competition later this year?

Sheanon Williams has indicated his willingness to represent Trinidad and Tobago? Have you discussed this topic with him, and if so, what sort of topics were discussed?

The Soca Warriors have been relatively inactive in 2012. What was the mood like when you all got together for the recent friendly against Canada?

The team played very well for the first 15-20 minutes of the match, but then things fell apart. What happened?