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All Access USL: Talking anything and everything USL Championship, Including: Transfers and Rumors Results and Predictions Team relocations and much more! B and B: Personal Stories and more from two of the closest friends you'll ever meet

Benjamin Zimmermann


    • Aug 20, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 84 EPISODES


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    The USL Way: "The Gold Standard"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2024 94:46


    Welcome back everyone for another episode of The USL Way! Here's what to expect from todays episode.-In Passing: Quickly dissecting some of this past weekends and midweek games across the Championship-Lexington SC to join the USL Championship in 2025-Frank Yallop departs Monterey Bay-Phillip Goodrum heads to Louisville, and more transfer business-USL Super League is underway-Finishing off with our in-depth game coverage Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The USL Way Episode 2: 8 Points and a Dream

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 116:59


    Welcome back folks! Here's the lowdown for todays episode.-New MLS Womens League?-Disarray in Phoenix-What needs to change for Miami and El Paso?-Pyro Party in Rhode Island-Match week game rundown and transfers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The USL Way: So Back. Episode One/Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2024 27:37


    Here we are with part 2! We're still figuring out Acast, hence the two parts, but we're working on returning to one bigger episode for next week. Here's the rundown of shenanigans we get to in this second half.Tampa takes a hearty loss to Loudoun, yet still are a force.Las Vegas downs Pittsburgh.Quick coverage of remaining games.Rhode Island's newfound success and New Mexico United remain on top. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The USL Way: So Back. Episode 1/Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2024 34:22


    In the first half of today's return episode, myself and Noah dive right back into the action across the USL Championship.Here's how we start:What to expect moving forwardDanny Stone is forced out of PhoenixMonterey Bay disappoints again at Colorado Springs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The USL Way: See You Soon

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2024 20:24


    In today's episode, we have some unfortunate news going forward. We still get to some games, but you'll catch on as you listen.Thanks to everyone who has tuned in the past couple of years, and for giving me the space to do what I loved. The show isn't going anywhere either, it'll just be under a new co-host alongside Noah for the time being.Again, thank you to everyone who has tuned in and who has supported the podcast along the way, we're grateful for it all! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The USL Way: Week 10 Madness as Louisville Dominate, Birmingham Surprise, and Las Vegas Fall Flat

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2024 86:26


    What an action packed week of USL Championship soccer it's been. Hell, there was even a game going on when we recorded this and there is a game the day we're releasing this! We're truly into the summer madness and it's only May.Topics in order:-Nate Worth transfers to Tampa Bay Rowdies-Biggest moments from this past weekend, with U.S. Open Cup as well-Quickfire four to finish the episode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Power Rankings WK 8: Tampa Bay pick up the pace

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 20:25


    Happy Wednesday Y'all! Our first power rankings episode has arrived, as we take a closer look at the top 10 teams that have impressed us throughout not only this match week, but the season as a whole so far! Enjoy! Next Episode: Monday, May 6th

    The USL Way: Indy is Forever USL

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2024 100:39


    It's Monday! And boy has it been a weekend, some would say a weekend of blowouts. With multiple multi-goal games, and no draws throughout the weekend, it feels as though we saw the best of what some teams can offer, and the worst of others. Topics in order: -Indianapolis, Indy Eleven, and MLS -Listener questions, and run through of every game this past weekend -Announcement of a Power Rankings Show debuting this week!

    The USL Way: Let everybody know that we're BACK up.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2024 138:23


    We have returned! It's been around four weeks since our last emergency episode, and we're back with a 2 and a half hour, absolutely loaded episode. We've also laid out our plans going forward, and what to expect through the summer and late season! Topics in order: -Mid Season Friendlies -Molina and Barbir to Miami for Ofeimu and Mines -Kieran Philipps to Sacramento -U.S. Open Cup -Review of Matchday 7

    Emergency Episode: USL Championship expansion in Buffalo

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2024 23:44


    Happy Friday Morning! This week we had the exciting news that an ownership group in Buffalo was eyeing the possibility of a 2026 start for a USL Championship team in the Queen City, so I hopped on for an emergency episode to hit on that news and the state of expansion across the league! See y'all for our usual weekly episode next Tuesday!

    Summer Of USL 2: Peoria City

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2024 35:10


    Episode 1 has arrived! With Summer of USL2, our goal is to highlight lower league, USL soccer. It builds communities, friendships, and legends as time goes on. It's truly special, so please enjoy episode 1 with VP at Peoria City, Matt Sheehan

    USL Way: Where do El Paso go from here?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2024 70:28


    It has been a WILD first two weeks. El Paso winless in 3, Pittsburgh goalless in three?? We knew they had problems, but it's still surprising. Today we hit on all those points, as well as the full slate of week 2 games and some week 3 previews sprinkled in. We also talk on what attendance might mean for some teams, some listener questions, and more. Also, stay up to date for our first end of week episode this week!

    63: GK goal on the first day? Yea, Match-week 1 delivered.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2024 80:52


    Colin Shutler scored a goal, and I'm still in shock. We can't get to caught up though, it was a monumental weekend as many teams started off on the right foot, including Hartford who won away(!!) at El Paso, New Mexico who squeezed out a win over Pittsburgh, and Birmingham who were fortunate off the backend of a Phoenix deflection. And we can't forget the big one, Miami FC absolutely shut down Colorado Springs. So, while we discussed these games, we also fronted any questions and concerns we may have heading into Week 2 for every team!

    62: Matchweek 1 coming in HOT

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2024 65:29


    Wednesday Episode! Today, me and Noah simply dive into all the remaining match week 1 games we were not able to get to last week. Between a tasty opening tie between New Mexico and Pittsburgh, and a late night clash between Sacramento and Orange County, there is plenty to look forward to on Saturday night. Oh, and the microphone issues struck again :(. But don't worry, we were all set to go this time.

    61: All Aboard The Vegas Train?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2024 74:46


    Another Tuesday, another episode. Just as promised ! :) You'll hear this in the episode, but still a massive thank you to everyone who continues to tune, we're so excited continuing forward and so grateful people have been enjoying the content. Also, we do have a midweek episode lineup scheduled here soon, so stay on the lookout. Topics in Order -U.S. Open Cup controversy -Big Games: What are we looking for on opening day -Signings Inbound: Whose joined recently and who did we miss from last week?

    Episode 60: The Las Vegas roster build is ON

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2024 80:37


    3 Episodes in a week :) and we have got even more coming. Also, a big thank you to everyone for the support recently, it's been a monumental month for us here at The USL Way. For today's episode, here's the notes: Charlie Adams to Vegas, Ngalina is BACK, and more USL Super League is D1 New episode coming midweek!? Noah's Eastern Conference Power Rankings

    Episode 59: Sit down with Chattanooga RedWolves Head Coach Scott Mackenzie

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2024 31:42


    For this weeks end of week episode, we have a delightful sit down with Head Coach of the Chattanooga RedWolves, Scott Mackenzie. Not only do we cover how he got there and his plans for the future, we also touch on USL1 as a whole, how they will build off of a disasterful 2023 season, and so much more. Enjoy!

    The USL Way Episode 58: Warm Front Heading East

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2024 72:05


    In today's episode, myself and Noah are once again back and jump in early covering Monterey Bay FC's new youth academy setup and how other sides in the league could follow suit. Also in today's episode... -Pre-season starts for a select few sides -Augi to Indy, MD to Charleston, and so much more -Ben's Eastern Conference Power Rankins

    The USL Way Episode 57: Western Conference Delight

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2024 68:07


    Tuesday Funday! We are back for episode 57 which includes, -Our thoughts on the USL Forward DEI program -Making sense of Augi Williams to Indy and Remi Cabral Phoenix -Pittsburgh are taking the college route to a whole new level' -Western Conference Power Rankings

    The USL Way Episode 56: Brand New

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2024 49:41


    All Access USL has been put on the shelf, and The USL Way is now introduced. Don't you worry though, it's still the same guys and the same talk from All Access USL, just with a cleaner look and more variations of content soon coming your way, so be on the lookout. For today's episode however, we had a lot on our plate to get through, including. - USL as opposed to MLSNextPro and why the USL has a better image now -Jose Bautista takes full ownership of the Las Vegas Lights, what does that mean for them now and going forward? -Transfer roundup including Albert Dikwa's massive jump to Rhode Island -Rhode Island FC preview so far

    All Access USL: Coaching Merry-Go-Round and Short Form Episodes Debut

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2024 17:37


    Welcome back from the Holiday Break! Starting this week, episodes will be in a short-form layout, all being around 20 minutes long. Episodes will also be out every 2-3 days! This is something I've wanted to try for awhile and now, it's finally here. I think its a great opportunity to get better quality episodes out in a timely manner, and to always stay on top of what is going on within the league. With all that being said, I hope you all enjoy this new era!

    All Access USL Episode 54: So Long, RGV :(

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2023 33:56


    Well, this past week we had the unfortunate news of saying goodbye to RGV after they revealed they would cease all soccer operations. We hit on that here, as well as what the Open Cup debacle meant for the league. Last, with North Carolina and Rhode Island joining in 2024, what should we expect from the new eastern conference sides?

    All Access USL Episode 53: Transfer Season = In Full Swing

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2023 30:53


    So many transfers we had to split it into two episodes! So far, we've seen Rhode Island hit on nearly every signing, Hartford start yet another rebuild, Monterey Bay stick to their roots, and so much more. Also, theirs a new coach in Detroit in Danny Dichio and a coach out in Indy with Mark Lowry. And last but certainly not least, what's up with Milwaukee?

    All Access USL Episode 52: Rhode Island start the roster build, and Miami FC give a shot to the new Italian on the block

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2023 44:33


    It's Episode 52, and we are SO back. First, let's talk about the boys on the block, we've got two new head coaches in Tampa Bay and Miami. Next, what do we make of the league awards most recently given out? Finally, a transfer roundup from the most recent weeks, and an early look at North Carolina FC in 2024.

    All Access USL Episode 51: The Final comes, and The Final goes

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2023 22:42


    Would you believe it! We're back again! Listen as I explain where I was, why, and what's next for the pod. Oh, and their may have been a USL Championship Final this past Sunday, listen as I cover that as well and what's next for both Phoenix and Charleston.

    All Access USL Episode 50: Playoffs, you've finally arrived.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2023 63:47


    With the playoffs comes uncertainty, excitement, disappointment, and so many emotions its hard to explain. In this episode, Ben and Noah go over what to expect in the coming weeks, as well as going over every match in the first round of the USL Championship playoffs and what to expect from them, and how we've gotten to this point. Onward to episode 51!

    All Access USL Episode 49: Episode 49, can you believe it?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2023 54:00


    Wow, what a weekend it turned out to be. From Gnaulati's late equalizer and winner away to Monterey Bay, to San Antonio's dismantling of Orange County, there's just so much to talk about. In this episode, we cover who looks legit and who doesn't heading into the final weeks. We also take a look at what the transfers of Richard Sanchez and Mark Segbers mean for the players and respective teams,and as usual cover some of the biggest games from this past weekend and look forward to the next. And next up, Episode 50!

    All Access USL Episode 48: Charleston Battery, YOU are a playoff team!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2023 74:29


    To start, we layout what the playoff picture looks like so far with four teams already qualified, and then determine what teams look poised for the off-season lower down the table Next up, we talk about the unfortunate loss of the San Diego Loyal following the 2023 season, and what they meant to us and the league. Finally, we go over some of the big games from this past weekend, and extend into talking about Milan Iloski's transfer in 2024 and Nick Marsman's emergency transfer to San Antonio.

    All Access USL Episode 47 with Special Guest Justin Wilson of Peoria City SC

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2023 30:51


    For this weeks midweek episode, I am joined by Peoria City Forward Justin Wilson, who most recently played this summer in USL2 for the first time. Listen as we dive in to what life is like playing USL2 and Division 3 ball, what Peoria means to him, and so much more!

    All Access USL Episode 46: THE RESULTS ARE JUST. SO. GOOD.

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2023 67:54


    What. A. Weekend. From Indy walking out with three goals and three points at Pittsburgh, and RGV laying the smackdown on El Paso, this truly was a wild weekend for the Championship. In other news, some big deals were made, including two MEGA swap deals. Listen to find out who we think won these deals along with much more from the action around the league.

    All Access USL Episode 45: What are Memphis even doing?!?!?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2023 47:37


    Soooo.... Two reds for Memphis 901, and a devastating 4-3 loss? Difficult times after the weeks they have had before. Also in today's episode: Grading four teams seasons so far In depth on Orange County/Memphis and Louisville/Birmingham Welcoming Spokane Velocity to League One And so much more, along with plans for new inclusions moving forward!

    All Access USL Episode 44: Neill Collins head to Barnsley, San Antonio roll on, and Hartford continue their run for the lowest points tally

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2023 49:51


    Looking back at the Week 18 games, with the big one being Miami's big win against Phoenix. Why are Hartford and Las Vegas far and away at the bottom of the table? Is there something special brewing in RGV once again? Copa Tejas once again this Wednesday with 6 crucial games. Who are All Access USL's top 5 most fun teams to watch right now?

    All Access USL Episode 43 Part 2: TAB IS GONE AT HARTFORD

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2023 34:41


    Here's what we get to for Part 2! Going through the rest of the results from this past weekend, and then touching on Tabs departure as Head Coach of Hartford Athletic. Also, quickly touching on some USL League 2 storylines.

    All Access USL Episode 43 Part 1: Back from the month long break :)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2023 32:37


    In this first part, we discuss why we ended up taking such a long break from the pod. We then jump into Queensboro FC, Orange County/ Monterey Bay, and Phoenix Rising/Memphis 901

    All Access USL Episode 42: Special Episode with Monterey Bay Forward Jesus "Chuy" Enriquez

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2023 35:08


    In this special episode, I am joined by Chuy Enriquez of Monterey Bay, we touch on topics such as his time at Reno and what it was like to be apart of a club that folded, his time at RGV and being with an MLS affiliated club, and what Monterey Bay means to him at this point of his career.

    All Access USL Episode 41: Detroit on... fire? Tulsa look good with Goodrum, and what could be next expansion wise?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2023 70:09


    TWO Open Cup games including the Birmingham Legion and Pittsburgh Riverhounds coming up. Once again looking back at this past weekends games and dissecting a select few. What cities currently represented by the USL Championship could move to MLS, and what cities could be next for a USL Championship bid?

    All Access USL Episode 40: Goodrum to Tulsa and Rodrigo Da Costa to Memphis, just a casual massive intra league trade on this fine monday

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2023 76:08


    So Tulsa have Goodrum and Memphis have Da Costa, what does that mean for the players and the teams? Taking a crack at who we think are the current favorites to win it all a third of the way through the season. Top 3 surprising teams and players so far this year. Quick look back at this past weekends results and how the U.S. Open Cup is shaping up for Pittsburgh and Birmingham.

    All Access USL Special Episode 2, with Union Omaha and Comoros Defender Alexis Souahy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2023 21:54


    Today for this special edition I am joined by Comoros International and Union Omaha defender Alexis Souahy to talk about topics ranging from his time in Omaha so far, to how life was like at New Mexico United and in Louisville

    All Access USL Episode 39: PITTSBURGH. DROP. THE. REVS.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2023 51:24


    Pittsburgh have dropped the New England Revolution from the U.S. Open Cup, while the Birmingham Legion cruise past Memphis as the two only USL Championship representatives left Covering this past weekends CRAZY results including Charleston's humiliation at the hands of San Antonio (sorry Charleston supporters) Also, what to hopefully expect in terms of some special episodes this week!

    All Access USL Special: Interview with Peoria City Soccer Head Coach and General Manager Tim Regan

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2023 32:18


    Special episode with Head Coach and General Manager at Peoria City Soccer, Tim Regan Big thanks to him and the club, make sure to catch them as USL League 2 play runs through the summer!

    All Access USL Episode 38: Noah is BACK, seeing how the weekend shaped out, and what to expect from the Open Cup this week.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2023 69:43


    Noah from mbfc_discussion is BACK, especially after his Monterey Bay FC came back twice to draw against the 'Hounds Games in focus: Tampa/Phoenix - Detroit/Tulsa - Birmingham/Oakland - Switchbacks/El Paso Other news: Is Adam Armour on the verge of signing for Tulsa? Oakland move to Cal State East Bay for the rest of the year How the Open Cup is looking for USL Championship sides this week

    All Access USL Episode 37: Chaplow out at Orange County and San Antonio continue to bolster the squad

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2023 44:41


    Richard Chaplow sacked by Orange County San Antonio bring in Adeniran, Zouhir plus more signings across the league Open Cup chaos and what to expect in the coming games Indy gain good point at home, Detroit fail to score yet again, Colorado Springs on a hot streak, and much more from across the league

    All Access USL Episode 36: Big win for Loudoun, Tampa need some urge, and Sacramento hand it to the Switchbacks

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2023 43:10


    Reviewing last weeks thrilling games (Sacramento absolutely demolish the Switchbacks for performance of the week) Albert Dikwa is on fire and Phillip Goodrum is yet to score Where do Phoenix go from here? Las Vegas with 4 draws from 4!!! Looking forward to next weekends games!

    All Access USL Episode 35: Oakland lay it on Indy, Louisville recover, and USL League One coverage is here! (with mbfc_discussion)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2023 49:09


    Covering All USL Championship and League One games from this past weekend including... Oaklands destruction of Indy San Diego continue winning ways Union Omaha stay sturdy in classy win over CF Fuego, and much more! Also, stay tuned to hear how the podcast will be shaped moving forward!

    All Access USL Episode 34: EL PASO HIT L0UISVILLE FOR THREE!!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2023 68:14


    Weekend game recaps as usual Talking Worth, Cody Cropper, and Bill Hamid Looking forward to next weekends games, especially FC Tulsa with 3 games in 6 days!

    All Access USL Episode 33: Week 2 Comes and Go's! Louisville Big Winners, El Paso Stutter Again, and San Diego Put Home Three

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2023 33:30


    Covering all results from week 2 today! Also including recent transfers of Bill Hamid to Memphis, Cody Cropper to Orange County, and more!

    All Access USL Episode 32: THE. SEASON. IS. HERE. (with mbfc_discussion)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2023 71:07


    In this episode, me and mbfc_discussion(Noah) recap the weekends opening games and what we saw from every team. We also look ahead to next weekend towards the games we're looking forward to most, as well as capping off by picking our player and play of the week LOUDOUN AND RGV FOR THE CUP SEASON BABY

    All Access USL Episode 31 w/ mbfc_discussion: Power Rankings, The California Clubs, and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2023 69:24


    Today I am joined by mbfc_discussion on instagram to talk about our overall power rankings, how we feel about the state of the California teams, and players and teams we feel are a tad bit under rated and over rated. Also, SEASON OPENERS IN 6 DAYS!!!!!

    All Access USL Episode 30: OPENING DAY PREDICTIONS!! And Episode 30 Already?!?!?!?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2023 39:26


    Opening day predictions for the 2023 season! More transfers roundup from the last week Looking at 5 teams and what holes they need to fill before the season starts

    All Access USL Episode 29: ONE. MONTH. AWAY.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2023 38:58


    The Season starts in one month! Today we go over some more transfers, some pre-season results, and I picked one player from each Eastern Conference team who I'm most intrigued to see how there 2023 goes. (Western Conference next episode)

    Transfer Roundup: Episode 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2023 14:28


    A new series coming out every mid-week and covering the latest transfers in the USL Championship Today's episode includes... Emil Cuello to Phoenix, a big move for Bruno Lapa to Memphis, and more

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