Chat with Ryan Meara
 
Monday January 23, 2012
3:01
Welcome to the chat everyone. We're going to get rolling in a bit
Monday January 23, 2012 3:01 
3:02
[Comment From MattMatt: ] 
Ryan, what would you consider your main strengths as a goalkeeper?
Monday January 23, 2012 3:02 Matt
3:02
RM: "Being a big keeper, I think I have a pretty good presence in the box. I like to communicate a lot and organize the guys in front of me and I try to prevent situations and problems before they occur."
Monday January 23, 2012 3:02 
3:03
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
Hey Ryan. I'm at work risking my a$$ just because I'm so excited to have you as a red bull. My question is do you think this is appropriate for your fans to do?
Monday January 23, 2012 3:03 Guest
3:03
RM: "Thanks so much. I appreciate it. Just don't get caught!"
Monday January 23, 2012 3:03 
3:04
[Comment From NavdeepNavdeep: ] 
Which player did you look up to growing up?
Monday January 23, 2012 3:04 Navdeep
3:04
RM: "Definitely Tim Howard. When I first started getting into soccer and playing in goal, Tim Howard was just coming up with the MetroStars so I really started following him and in the process became a huge fan of his as well."
Monday January 23, 2012 3:04 
3:05
[Comment From Bob SaggotBob Saggot: ] 
what was your best game and what was your worst
Monday January 23, 2012 3:05 Bob Saggot
3:05
RM: "The last game of the season in college this year vs. Temple. We knew if we won we'd win the league. I was pretty busy in goal but myself and the defense played really well and kept the shutout. As for worst game, any game I give up a goal."
Monday January 23, 2012 3:05 
3:05
[Comment From PeterPeter: ] 
What do you think of Todd Hoffard, the Red Bulls' GK coach?
Monday January 23, 2012 3:05 Peter
3:06
RM: "So far it's been great. He seems like a good guy, really knows his stuff and he's just really enthusiastic about training and that's definitely wears off on the keeper. He enjoys it and it creates a good atmosphere amongst the keepers."
Monday January 23, 2012 3:06 
3:06
[Comment From johnjohn: ] 
Ryan what are some major differences between the college to the professional game?
Monday January 23, 2012 3:06 john
3:07
RM: "Well, firstly just the longer season. College is probably three to four month season and this, the MLS preseason, is about two months. So you're basically going from January, February through December. So that'll be an adjustment. And also the speed of play, playing with guys all over the world. I'm just going to have to be really sharp in everything I do."
Monday January 23, 2012 3:07 
3:07
[Comment From RaviRavi: ] 
Which team do you support in the EPL?
Monday January 23, 2012 3:07 Ravi
3:07
RM: "Manchester United is my team. Big win yesterday!"
Monday January 23, 2012 3:07 
3:08
[Comment From MattMatt: ] 
How did it feel to be selected by a team right in your own back yard? Is it something you expected?
Monday January 23, 2012 3:08 Matt
3:08
RM: "I was hoping for it. I didn't want to get my hopes up too much because wherever I would've been drafted I would've been happy. but it really is a dream come true to play for a team I supported and it's great with my family and friends to be close to home so they can come out to games. My family is only about a half hour trip from here in Yonkers, so it couldn't have worked out better for me."
Monday January 23, 2012 3:08 
3:09
[Comment From ShuradoShurado: ] 
Hi Ryan, it must be a fantastic feeling going from a fan to a player for the team. Watching the games and of the previous goalkeeping situations, do you have an understanding of what this team really need from you?
Monday January 23, 2012 3:09 Shurado
3:10
RM: "Right now I guess we're only a week or so in. I know they went through a bunch of keepers last year so it seems like they would need someone to come in and just make the position theirs. But my goal is to just take it one day at a time, try and improve every training session and only good things can happen if I do that."
Monday January 23, 2012 3:10 
3:11
[Comment From Bertie BigsBertie Bigs: ] 
Who do you think is the best goalkeeper in MLS right now?
Monday January 23, 2012 3:11 Bertie Bigs
3:11
RM: "I'd say last year probably Keller. Every time I saw Seattle play he just seemed very solid. Never made any mistakes and he was always consistent and made huge saves to keep Seattle in the game."
Monday January 23, 2012 3:11 
3:11
[Comment From BobBob: ] 
what steps did you take to be a professional soccer player?
Monday January 23, 2012 3:11 Bob
3:12
RM: "Probably when I was a sophomore or junior in high school I realized soccer is what I wanted to do, so I trained really hard and worked really hard to work in college. From there, pretty much the same thing in college, by my sophomore or junior year I realized I might have a chance to play at the professional level. but mainly it's just about being dedicated and trying to get the most out of yourself to maximize your potential."
Monday January 23, 2012 3:12 
3:13
[Comment From After Extra TimeAfter Extra Time: ] 
With so much coverage of soccer on TV in the United States today, what do you think about MLS being broadcast on NBC and yesterday's Super Sunday being broadcast on Fox? Do you think that this will make a difference to the attention the sport gets in the US?
Monday January 23, 2012 3:13 After Extra Time
3:14
RM: "I think it's great for the league. I know when I was young, growing up, there weren't too many games on TV. Maybe one game a week or so. It can only help get the League more exposure and in the long run, the more games you can get on TV, the better off the league can be and continue to grow like it has."
Monday January 23, 2012 3:14 
3:14
[Comment From DaxDax: ] 
Who's your favorite on the team so far?
Monday January 23, 2012 3:14 Dax
3:14
RM: "*laughs* I guess Dax."
Monday January 23, 2012 3:14 
3:14
[Comment From MattMatt: ] 
Hey Ryan, my question is, If I send you a letter in the mail to the stadium asking for an autograph, will you sign my card? Thanks! HAVE A GREAT SEASON! GO RED BULLS!
Monday January 23, 2012 3:14 Matt
3:14
RM: "Definitely."
Monday January 23, 2012 3:14 
3:14
[Comment From 7e77e7: ] 
What do you expect your role to be in the club this year?
Monday January 23, 2012 3:14 7e7
3:15
RM: "To tell you the truth I'm not too sure yet. We're only a week in. I know the position seems open for competition, the No. 1 spot. So I just plan on competing for that and even if I don't end up getting it, just trying to push the No. 1 and keep the competition. When there's competition I think it benefits everyone and keeps everyone sharp."
Monday January 23, 2012 3:15 
3:15
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
I wish u the best ryan
Monday January 23, 2012 3:15 Guest
3:16
[Comment From CalashCalash: ] 
Who is your favourite player in New York Red Bulls?
Monday January 23, 2012 3:16 Calash
3:16
RM: "It has to be Henry. Just seeing what he's done over in England and Spain, he's really one of the top players still in the game. Definitely from a fan point of view, I've always enjoyed watching him play."
Monday January 23, 2012 3:16 
3:17
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
When can i buy your jersey
Monday January 23, 2012 3:17 Guest
3:17
RM: "I don't even know. Probably at the start of the season."
Monday January 23, 2012 3:17 
3:17
[Comment From Matt HealyMatt Healy: ] 
What is your main goal, you want to succeed in your pro career?
Monday January 23, 2012 3:17 Matt Healy
3:18
RM: "I haven't really thought too much into it. Right now my main focus is with the Red Bulls and just trying to help the team win some games, make the playoffs and have a successful season overall."
Monday January 23, 2012 3:18 
3:18
[Comment From PardeepPardeep: ] 
What's your squad number?
Monday January 23, 2012 3:18 Pardeep
3:18
RM: "I think it's 18"
Monday January 23, 2012 3:18 
3:18
[Comment From kennykenny: ] 
Are you ready to face off with Thierry Henry in practice?
Monday January 23, 2012 3:18 kenny
3:19
RM: "Yeah. I'm really looking forward to it. Taking shots from him will be pretty cool, definitely."
Monday January 23, 2012 3:19 
3:19
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
How challenging do you think it will be playing against the professional players who aare highly experienced
Monday January 23, 2012 3:19 Guest
3:20
RM: "Definitely a big challenge for any rookie I think. All these guys, they've been through it all before, whereas this is all new to any rookie or the younger guys. but at the same time I think you can learn a lot from then, seeing how they handle themselves off and on the field. Take any advice they're willing to give you."
Monday January 23, 2012 3:20 
3:20
[Comment From RyanRyan: ] 
How did you get colleges to notice you while you were playing in High School?
Monday January 23, 2012 3:20 Ryan
3:20
RM: "My coach always tried to take us to the college showcases around and I was lucky to be on a pretty good club team, so I was just playing in some of the bigger games and tournaments where coaches were watching. it definitely helped."
Monday January 23, 2012 3:20 
3:20
[Comment From kennykenny: ] 
how can I get your autograph?
Monday January 23, 2012 3:20 kenny
3:21
RM: "Send me a letter in the mail and I'll send you back an autograph"
Monday January 23, 2012 3:21 
3:21
[Comment From JerryJerry: ] 
Silly question. Do keepers get new gloves for every game? They always look so clean!
Monday January 23, 2012 3:21 Jerry
3:21
RM: "I don't think every game, but maybe every couple of games. You want to break them in."
Monday January 23, 2012 3:21 
3:22
RM: "Thanks so much everyone for sending questions. Looking forward to a great season, seeing all you at the games and chatting again with you later this season."
Monday January 23, 2012 3:22 
3:22
 

 
 
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