This Date in Dallas Sidekicks History: May 31

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Always Remember the First Time

1987: In beating the Cleveland Force on this date, the Sidekicks advance to the Championship series for the first time and win 4 consecutive playoff games for first time.

There Can Be Only One

1987: The Sidekicks beat the Force in a playoff series for the only time.

Honor Roll

1990: The Sidekicks swept the Major Indoor Soccer League's post-season awards:
- Billy Phillips was named Coach of the Year
  - This award was selected by the MISL Coaches.
  - Phillips was listed first on every ballot except one.
- Tatu was named Most Valuable Player
  - He also received his Scoring Champion trophy.
- Joe Papeleo won the "gold glove" as Goalkeeper of the Year.
- Wes McLeod was named Defender of the Year.

Playoff Games

1987: Eastern Division Finals Game Five: Sidekicks 4 at Cleveland Force 3
- Dallas wins the Best of Seven series 4 games to 1

Birthdays

1974: Hunter Goff

Deadline Extended

1991: MSL Commisioner Earl Foreman extended the deadline for posting the $500,000 letter of credit by 7-10 days to allow 3 potential ownership groups of the Sidekicks to finish their proposals.