Box To Box Radio

During our quarantine, we connect with Kenny Cooper, MLS Striker of FC Dallas, TSV 1860 Munich, Portland Timbers, New York Red Bulls & the Seattle Sounders. We talk to him about his career, his soccer heroes, and his best moments.

During our quarantine, we connect with Abby Smith, Goal Keeper of Utah Royals, USWNT, Western Sydney Wanderers FC & Ex-Longhorn. We talk to her about her career, teams she's played for and players she's seen.

During our quarantine, we connect with Brad Stuver, Goal Keeper for New York City FC. We talk to him about his career, teams he's played for and players he's seen.

This week the CONCACAF Champions League kicks off with the first leg of the second round.Mason, Darth, and PC give their predictions and defensive options for LAFC for the match against Club America.And because we watched other games, we let you know what we watched over the weekend.

With news as fast that travels faster than one can say soccer, the boys discuss headlines that have made the rounds worldwide.From MLS transfers to Serie A reschedules, Mason walks everyone through the news you may have missed.

The 2020 MLS season is now in full swing and the crew was there for hours and hours of action.We also welcome Dallas Darth via Death Star uplink to give his analysis from opening weekend.

In this episode, Mason runs down the most current news of the CONCACAF Champions League and gives his predictions.Then we get a live reaction from Mason from one of the CONCACAF Champions League matches.

The round of 16 of the Champions League has started and week 1 is in the books.Travis, "King of the Away Leg" hosts today's episode to walk everyone through the crazy scorelines and storylines that happened in the first week.Atletico Madrid - Liverpool FCBorussia Dortmund - PSGAtalanta - ValenciaRB Leipzig - TottenhamThen we preview the second week of the Champions League with our too early predictions.Travis brings it home with a Barcelona transfer and an "Away Leg".

After missing an episode Thursday, Mason and Producer Cris highlight the Wednesday road trip to San Antonio for the match between USL side San Antonio FC and MLS side FC Dallas.While there we ran into some amazing people and we recommend in San Antonio or Dallas visit San Antonio FC and FC Dallas when the season starts.Then the show jumps across the ocean to cover the big Italian matches that happened these past 2 weeks. We take a look at 3 important teams in the title race and discuss a controversial call that happened during the Juventus and AC Milan match.The dark cloud that shrouds the big spenders in Europe. UEFA has sanctioned Manchester City and they're making them pay dearly.

In today's show, we have special guest Buzz Carrick of 3rd Degree. He gives insights on his start with 3rd degree, FC Dallas and the players he's interviewed.Then we continue the MLS train and play reindeer games with the crew.

In today's episode, Mason and PC discuss the work that the USWNT and the USMNT have put in this past week.Then they talk about the FA Cup and answer mailbag questions.

USA! USA! USA! We're back at the Death Star with Darth!Now that the US Women's and Men's National teams are playing, we take this opportunity to discuss the greats and the flops of all time.First on the ballot: Best US Women's player of all time.Second on the ballot: Biggest US Men's bust.Third: Bonus round!

In today's episode, we talk about all the disappointing, controversial games and decisions that the FA made to force Klopp's hand.Then we bring it back to the states for an MLS preseason run down.

The crew welcome David from Centex Lobos of South Austin. He is an ambassador for the game we love and can talk everything soccer in the world.Today the crew jump into title races and the USMNT roster.Travis brings back the "Away Leg" for a few minutes and we ask big questions that always need answering.

Today from Dallas, we have Avery from Talk Austin FC. He grew up in the Austin area and has the passion and love for the game that every fan needs.

The crew is back in the studio for the first episode of 2020.In this episode, we touch on a few things from the trip to England and jump right into the EPL and MLS analysis and trash-talking.

From a place far far away and a room that the soccer fanatics would envy, we introduce to you, the Darth's Death Star session.

An amazing trip for the Box to Box Radio crew. One they will never forget. They jumped around all over England and watched many matches. Here, they judge the players.It wouldn't be Box to Box if we didn't offer a best XI and worst XI debate.Then before the show ends the boys talk about their favorite atmosphere and favorite stadium.

The crew is back in London after a trip to Liverpool.They stopped by the Hillsborough disaster memorial while in Liverpool to pay their respect to the families and loved ones that passed away in 1989.Then the crew made memories by visiting the Arsenal v. Manchester United match.Special shout out to Steven Wilson for the ticket hook up for the Sheffield v. Liverpool match.

With the trip in full swing, the Carmichael family runs into long-time friends from England.   They once played the sport, coached the sport, refereed the sport and have never let the love of the game go.   With back and forth questions and insights into both sides of the pond, this conversation shows the love of the sport from a very funny and emotional place.

The crew is back at it with more perspective and more insights from their fantastic England trip.   Mason, Travis, Darth, and Mama Darth give their thoughts on the Fulham and Stoke City match. This was their first-ever English Championship match, and boy was it not disappointing.   Then they discuss the things that they like and the things they don't like about the trip and top off the episode talking about their favorite away team atmosphere.

Another Foggy London Town Episode as the Carmichael family continues their tour of London.   In this episode, the family talks about their experience at the London Stadium where they watched West Ham United host Leicester City FC. They jump into the analysis of the game and the atmosphere in the stadium.

The Box to Box crew has landed in England. The boys give a tour of their own tour.   They stop at Stanford Bridge to watch Chelsea and Southampton, then they do everything possible to watch a match on television at a bar. Tall order...   And we get insight into the first match Travis plays in England.

In this episode, we came up with our best of 2019 awards. We debated our picks and decided on which one won the award.   Soccer Awards of 2019: 1. Breakout MLS player of 2019 2. Breakout EPL player of 2019 3. Breakout UCL player of 2019 4. Best CONCACAF player of 2019 5. Best goal of 2019 6. Best assist of 2019 7. Best underdog team of 2019 8. Worst team of 2019 9. Best coach of 2019 10. Best player of 2019   Box to Box Radio Awards of 2019: 1. Hottest take of 2019 2. Most likely to get into an argument 3. Best dressed of 2019 4. Which podcast would each host be on that's not Box to Box Radio 5. Best segment of 2019 6. Most likely to butcher an interview 7. Team Chaos take of 2019 8. Beverage of 2019 9. Best guest of the inaugural year 10. B2B Analyst of 2019

In this episode, Mason and PC jump headfirst into the Champions League draw. We take a look at the teams that are matched up and predict the winner, and since this is early we will revisit these predictions after the transfer window. There may be big signings and injuries that can change what we predict today.Then we take a look at some other news around the world. El Clasico,  Liverpool FC played Liga MX's Monterrey and the wrong Anti-Racism campaign.

In this episode, Mason goes through a list of English Premier League teams that need reinforcements for the second half of the 2019-2020 season.   Mason goes on a rant about Arsenal and realizes that most, if not all teams need better defenders.   Teams on the list:ArsenalManchester CityManchester UnitedChelseaTottenhamLiverpoolLeicester CityAndBayern Munich 

In this episode, we have special guest David from the Centex Lobos.   David has been a super fan of PSG for a long time. Even before they were a European powerhouse, he has been ride or die for a long time. David isn't just a superfan, he runs a team that travels all over the southern area of the US.   When David jumps off we jump into Champions League, Mailbag and our monthly giveaway!    

On today’s episode, we have a a Skype call that caused audio issue, but if you can get passed it we applaud you for getting through the first 12 minutes. After that it’s smooth sailing. On this episode we get Ricky on the line to talk about his team losing in Liga MX. Then we take it overseas to the European leagues and discuss top topics and topics we made up on along the way.

We get our very own Ricky from Ali Printing Co. back on the show. Ricky has always been a big fan of Liga MX, and since the league is coming to a close with their playoffs, Ricky gives us his thoughts and predictions. When we finish up in Mexico, we head up north to discuss MLS fines. And with a jump overseas we take a quick look at the Premier League fixtures that happened mid-week.

We’re back at it now that the Thanksgiving break is over. And boy did lots happen.   In today’s episode, we take another look at some of the new names added to the list of fired managers. We also look at the available vacancies and the available managers that need jobs.   Then we look at the Ballon D’or and talk about the leaked information.   We bring it back to our side of the world with Liga MX Apertura. PLAYOFFS BABY!

Oh boy!   Today on this episode, we have PC, Mason, TC & Darth all the way from the Death Star.  We offer perspective on the MLS Expansion Draft and explain to Austin FC fans how they will be impacted with this amazing draft they will be part of in 2020.   Then we get into Tottenham's manager swap that happened this week. From one big name, to a big mouth. We argue around the dinner table like it should be.   We leave everyone with wishes from the Box to Box crew as we take our Holiday break and give thanks to everything soccer.

As we take a break from MLS and the European leagues, we jump into some international games.   We take a look at the US, Canada game and discuss a few specifics in from the US win. Probably doesn't get Berhalter out of the dog house.   Then we dive into Euro Qualifying with one group that has a few different outcomes going into the last games.   Plus, if you missed any soccer news, Chivas, Napoli & Montreal Impact made headlines this past week with good news, bad news, and some sad news.

PC went to hang out with FC Austin Elite at the Warpath Pizzeria & Pub to have some laughs and talk soccer with the ladies from the team.   We spoke with 4 ex and current players of FC Austin Elite and boy did they not disappoint.

We do our best to keep the drinks flowing, and our best to stay on the topic of MLS Final.   Listen to the longest MLS show we've ever done.

What was the worst red card you have ever seen? What about a coed national team? How about a team of current free agency players? The king says, "DISCUSS!"