An open letter to Seattle from Brian Schmetzer

Dating back to 1974 there have been many great players and coaches associated with the Seattle Sounders. Our organization has always had a winning tradition. Our record in MLS speaks for itself. I am proud of the effort and community involvement by the club in my hometown and throughout the Northwest. It is an honor for me to work with such a hugely popular, national and internationally known club for the coming future.

Leadership of the club on the field could not be possible without my coaching staff, the ones currently with us as well as those who have moved on over the years. I give them a lot of credit in setting and maintaining a culture of winning. I am fortunate to have had early…