Omar Gonzalez named to MLS All-Star Fan XI
LA Galaxy defender Omar Gonzalez was named to Major League Soccer’s 2013 MLS All-Star Fan XI on July 7. This is the third time in Gonzalez’s five year MLS career that he has been selected to the All-Star Team. The 24-year-old has played five seasons with the Galaxy, helping LA reach the MLS Cup three times and win each of the last two championships while also claiming the Supporters’ Shield twice.
FC Shakhtar is the best team in Ukraine
FC Shakhtar won the Ukrainian Cup for the ninth time and was Ukraine champion for the eighth time. The team set a national record – the team became the winner of the Premier League tournament with a victory in the 26th round!
Juan Luis Paez won the Andalucia Cup
Juan Luis Paez, part of Herbalife J-80 crew, won the Andalucia Cup in patin a vela (sailing category) on June 10. Current Spanish champion in this category, Juan Luis won the four stages to conquer the cup.
J-80 Victory in Sotogrande on April 5
J-80 Herbalife, the boat sponsored by Herbalife Spain, won the ninth race of the II Circuit J-80 NH Resort in Sotogrande, Costa del Sol, Ma?laga.
Botafogo won 2013 Tac?a Rio
On May 5, Botafogo (Brazil) beat Fluminense 1-0 in Tac?a Rio Final Game and became Rio de Janeiro's Championship second round champion. As Botafogo had also won the first round, the team won the 2013 state title by anticipation.
Heather Jackson Wins 2013 Wildflower Triathlon
Triathlete Heather Jackson (US) won the 2013 Wildflower Triathlon in the Professional Women's Division Long Course distance on May 5. This race marks the third straight win this season for Jackson, after winning both the Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon and Ironman 70.3 California Oceanside.