Canadian Soccer League (1987-1992)
American Professional Soccer League (1993-1994)
A-League (1995-1996)
USL A-League (1997-2000)
Tombstone
Born: May 15, 1986 – CSL founding franchise1Cross, Jeff. “Vancouver gets new pro entry”. The Province (Vancouver, BC). May 16, 1986
Re-Branded: October 26, 2000 (Vancouver Whitecaps)
First Game: June 7, 1987 (W 4-2 vs. Edmonton Brickmen)
Last Game: September 16, 2000 (L 4-3 @ Minnesota Thunder)
CSL Champions: 1988, 1989, 1990 & 1991
APSL Championships: None
A-League Championships: None
Stadium
Swangard Stadium (7,100)21999 United Soccer Leagues Media Guide
Opened: 1969
Marketing
Team Colors: Red, Black & White
Ownership
Owners:
- 1989-1997: Milan Ilich
- 1997-2000: David Braley
- 2000: David Stadnyk
Background
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In Memoriam
Former 86ers owner Milan Ilich died of leukemia on June 29, 2011 at age 76.
Links
Canadian Soccer League Media Guides
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