Preki wins Coach of the Year for Chivas USA

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11/07/2007 - Carson, CA (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Chivas USA coach Preki, in his first year in the position and led the Goats to a 15-7-8 record and first place in Major League Soccer's Western Conference, was named Coach of the Year for 2007. The award, determined by voting from the media, MLS players, coaches and general managers, marks the second consecutive year that a Chivas USA manager has taken home the award, following Bob Bradley's win in 2006.

"It's a great honor to be named MLS Coach of the Year," Preki said. "However, I know I speak on behalf of our coaching staff, our players, our fans, and the entire Chivas USA organization with whom I share this award when I say I would trade it in a heartbeat for another shot at a championship this year. With that in mind, Chivas USA has already begun our preparations for 2008, when we hope to reach new heights in MLS, SuperLiga and the U.S. Open Cup."

In his first season as a head coach, Preki led Chivas USA to its best finish in the club's three-year history. Chivas USA finished at the top of the Western Conference and was just two points behind D.C. United in the race for the Supporters' Shield. The Goats lost only one home game at The Home Depot Center all season, while posting a league-leading 10-1-4 home record and allowing an all-time MLS low eight goals at home.

The 44-year-old Preki, who spent the 2006 season with Chivas USA as an assistant under current U.S. national team coach Bradley, is the only two-time MLS Most Valuable Player to date. He was an eight-time league All-Star and is one of the most celebrated players in league history. Preki has been a part of MLS since its inception in 1996, playing ten seasons and earning a spot in the top ten all-time in career goals (79), assists (112), and shots on goal (323).

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