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On the Season Opener Edition of Rapids Rant... Colorado picks up where they left off last August with two goals from Djordje Mihailovic and the Rapids take a 2-1 advantage to the second leg of their Concacaf Champions Cup match-up against LAFC. Don talks about the weather, the unknown defense, and the good vibes being back for Colorado. All that and more on the Conca Champs Rd One Edition of Rapids Rant!
On the 2025 Opener & Champions Cup Talk edition of Rapids Rant... Don Pablo talks about the 30th season of MLS and gives updates on all the new faces in Colorado. He talks about the huge trade the Rapids made in the draft in December. And what matches he is looking forward to this season and how we should know all about LAFC by this October. All that and reasons why Don feels old on the Season Opener of Rapids Rant!
On this edition of Rapids Rant... Don Pablo recaps Colorado's come from behind victory against FC Dallas. Yapi is now a super sub. He gives an update on the playoff race in the Eastern and Western Conference. An injury update for this weekend's match. A new signing for the Rapids. And what athlete has the most power in the athlete/owner relationship? All that and more in the get back at Portland at home edition of Rapids Rant!!!
On the FC Dallas return match edition of rapids Rant... Don Pablo is still high on life after the Rapids 3rd place finish in Leagues Cup 2024. He takes you through the week since Colorado's win in Philadelphia, including another San Jose upset. The MLS against LIGA MX this season. An injury report for this weekend's match in Dallas. And much more on the week 28 preview of Rapids Rant!!! On the FC Dallas return match edition of rapids Rant... Don Pablo is still high on life after the Rapids 3rd place finish in Leagues Cup 2024. He takes you through the week since Colorado's win in Philadelphia, including another San Jose upset. The MLS against LIGA MX this season. An injury report for this weekend's match in Dallas. And much more on the week 28 preview of Rapids Rant!!!
On the Leagues Cup 2024 Review Edition of Rapids Rant... Don Pablo takes you through Colorado's 2024 Leagues Cup run. Also, why he thinks that League's Cup will help MLS catch up and even pass Liga MX in terms of results and talents. Maybe have a super league instead of MLS. The Rapids ownership of Liga MX this season. And he talks about the remaining big match-ups this season for Colorado. All that and more on the Rapids are playing in Concacaf Champions Cup 2025 edition of Rapids Rant!
On the Leagues Cup Edition of Rapids Rant... Don Pablo takes you through the goodwill that is still leftover from the Rocky Mountain Cup win last week. He talks about how the MLS improved performance over Liga MX during this year's Leagues Cup. He talks about the stadium situation for Inter-Miami, the lawsuit another Miami sports owner has brought over soccer in the USA, and much more on the Leagues Cup edition of Rapids Rant!
On the 2024 All - Star Game Edition of Rapids Rant... Don reminisces about the Rapids Rocky Mountain Cup clincher over Real Salt Lake this weekend. He talks about the homegrown plan for the Rapids. Some Table Talk with the last third of the season coming up. He talks about the upcoming Leagues Cup. And how Canadian national team coach Jesse Marsch called out the country. All that and more on the All Star game edition of Rapids Rant!
On the Rocky Mountain Cup Edition of Rapids Rant... Don gets you updated on the last two games of the Rapids season against the New York Red Bull and LA Galaxy. He gives an update on the MLS Table. He also talks about the business side of sports including the NWSL Denver and why he might be watching Ligue 1 in early October. Don Pablo gets you ready for the finale of this season's Rocky Mountain Cup, including how proud he is of Colorado fans. All that and more on the Rocky Mountain Cup 2024 Finale of Rapids Rant!!!
On This Edition of Rapids Rant... Don Pablo gets you ready for Week 21 of the 2024 MLS season. What do the Rapids have to do to win against the RedBull. An update on the homegrown plan for the Rapids organization. Which other Rapids have been called up to their respective national teams? What does it take for a coach to develop players and get results at the same time? All that and more on the Week 21 preview of Rapids Rant!
On the Week 20 in Review of Rapids Rant... Don talks about the Rapids 6 point week including victories over St. Louis and Kansas City. The positive stats that Colorado have recorded this season. Why can't St. Louis name a team? The table talk is hot and combined with the scores from Week 20 there has been no let's look on the brightside Rapid's fans since he can remember. Eight assists from 8 different players? International tournaments and much more on the Week 20 in Review Edition of Rapids Rant!
On the 2024 July 4th edition of Rapids Rant... Don Pablo breaks down the July 4th Rapids match versus Sporting Kansas City. Ollie Larraz's first goal as a Rapid. The maybe Olympic roster contributions that the Rapids will give. How the former Rapids General Manager changed Kroenke's fortunes for future Olympics. How the homegrown plan is working for the Rapids. Does St. Louis City have the new owner syndrome? And much more on the July 4th Festival Edition of Rapids Rant!!!
On this edition of Rapids Rant... Don welcomes host emeritus Kevberto back on the show to talk about his thoughts on the season, the Rapids victory in St. Louis, Djordje's big game, and the difference between a supportive coach and organization versus an unsupportive club. Don gives an update on the mid-week matches and previews the weekend. Including the Rapids hosting the Montreal Impact. All that and some more shenanigans on the Week 18 preview Edition of Rapids Rant! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
On this Edition of Rapids Rant... Don Pablo takes you through Colorado's victory against Austin at home for the fourth shut-out on the season. Cole Bassett and Rafa Navarro score and are on path to career best years. Don tries to figure out the nickname of the St.Louis soccer team. What he would call every team named City. Also, update on where are former Rapids now?, business edition. And he talks about responsible journalism. All that and more on the Week 17 Review & Midweek Matches Edition of Rapids Rant! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
On the Week 14 Review Edition of Rapids Rant... Don reviews the Rapids 3-3 draw against Minnesota. He looks at the trends for Colorado so far on the season. Don previews the mid-week revenge game versus the Houston Dynamo. He talks about the positives happening at DSG Park. What makes a good coach? Plus, the good that the mental health awareness night brought this past weekend. All that and more on the Week 14 Review of Rapids Rant! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
On the Week 13 MLS Review edition of Rapids Rant... Don Pablo takes you through the Rapids loss in Utah. The positives that come out of the match. Loans that are ending soon. Scores elsewhere around the league. The mental health of people around Colorado and how being a sports addict is just as bad as other vices. All that and more on the Week 13 MLS review edition of Rapids Rant! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
On the Week 13 MLS Rivalry week Rocky Mountain Cup Preview edition of Rapids Rant... Don Pablo takes a look at the Colorado Rapids 1-0 victory over the Vancouver Whitecaps last Wednesday. Rafa's goal scoring prowess so far this year. The rules that the MLS should actually change in the middle of the season. What other professional teams should be renamed in Utah. Scores from mid-week around the league. Some other rivalry week action for this weekend. An injury update and much more on the Week 13 Preview Edition of Rapids Rant! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
On the Week 12 review edition of Rapids Rant... Don talks you through the Rapids 3-2 breakdown this past weekend against the sudden streaking San Jose. He talks about the Rapids record after a loss this season. Does some table talk. The games to watch mid-week. His opinion on the NYC - Toronto dust-up and some history of coaches and players fighting. A short preview of Vancouver and some rivalry week talk with a road trip to Salt Lake City this weekend. All that and more on the Week 12 review edition of Rapids Rant! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
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On this edition of Rapids Rant... Don Pablo celebrates and reviews the Colorado Rapids 2-1 victory over the NYCFC Pigeons. Why he sees even more success for the Rapids this season. The travel schedule that favors the club. The results from week 11 around MLS. The law of averages and teams ruining their own home advantage. All that and more on the Week 11 review of Rapids Rant! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
On this edition of Rapids Rant... Don Pablo brings you the Week 10 Review! The Rapids go down in Cincinnati 2 - 1. Bombito had another great outing. The important takeaways from the match. What to look forward to mid-week. The Rapids efficiency on the pitch so far this season. The types of fans that enjoy the game. Around the league scores. All that and more on the Week 10 Review Show of Rapids Rant!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
On this edition of Rapids Rant... It's your Week 9 Review! Don takes you through the Rapids victory against another original MLS opponent, FC Dallas. He gives you a medical update for week 10. Why are sports teams getting statue happy? A preview of the upcoming tough schedule ahead for the Rapids. And updates the standings in the Conference and the Supporters Shield. All that and more on the Week 9 review of Rapids Rant! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
On the Week 9 preview ofr Rapids Rant... Don Pablo previews MLS Week 9 2024. The Colorado Rapids will host FC Dallas, one of the original 10 franchises. Don brings stats through the first two months of the season which will bring optimism to Rapids fans. Also an injury update and much more on the Week 9 preview edition of Rapids Rant! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
On this edition of Rapids Rant - Don Pablo and Kevberto talk about the Rapids 2 - 2 draw in Miami and how not only does the club get good results on the road but how they are comeback kids. They update you on some other MLS scores that matter this past weekend. And have an interview with freelance Andrew Mosier of opencup.us examining the Rapids history in the tournament and this year's version. Also the guys go on a diatribe about learning from your elders. All that and more on the Week 7 Review Edition with a side of U.S. Open CupRapids Rant! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
On this edition of Rapids Rant... It's your week 7 preview! After Don Pablo talks about Colorado losing and crashing out of the U.S. Open Cup. He chats about the late game performances at DSG Park this season. He gives the final MLS injury report for week 7. He previews the Rapids first ever match against David Beckham's Inter-Miami FC. Will Messi be in the starting XI? Will the choice that MLS made for the ref in charge doom the Rapids? All that and more on the Week 7 Preview Edition of Rapids Rant! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
On this episode of Rapids Rant... Don Pablo breaks down the Rapids come from behind victory over the LAFC Falcons. He talks about how soccer players are ahead of their peers in handling the media. And Don updates the league and table after week 6 in MLS. All that and more on the Week 6 review edition of Rapids Rant! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
On this edition of Rapids Rant... Don Pablo gets you ready for Week 6 of the MLS season. Rapids versus LAFC. They figured out LAFC's nickname. How the team might look differently in a month. The latest MLS injury update. And the matches to watch for Rapids fans that worry about positioning this early in the season. All that and more on the Week 6 preview of Rapids Rant! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
It's the week 5 preview edition of Rapids Rant! Today on the show Don Pablo talks about the Rapids2 U.S. Open Cup round one. Gives you his lineup thoughts for this weekend's match-up against Houston Dynamo. Canada has been a boon for the Rapids lately. And what other MLS matches will we be watching this weekend. All that and more on the Week 5 preview edition of Rapids Rant!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
On this episode of Rapids Rant... It's the week 4 MLS review. Don Pablo takes you through the 1 - 1 draw in Seattle. Is it time to talk about Yapi? How are the referees doing so far this year? And the scores from last week with an interesting thought about former Rapid Kellyn Acosta. All that and more on the week 4 MLS review edition of Rapids Rant! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
On this Week 4 preview of Rapids Rant... Don Pablo talks you through the week leading up to the match in Seattle. He gives an injury update. Talks about last year versus this year at this point of the season. And updates the schedule for the Leagues Cup 2024, including what team the Rapids will be welcoming to Colorado. All that and a short look on the brightsides on the week 4 preview on Rapids Rant. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
On this episode of Rapids Rant. Don Pablo breaks down the Rapids fourth ever victory in Salt Lake City. The transaction Colorado made this week. Which Rapid was called to national team duty? And the players to watch for in the upcoming parts of the season. All that and more on the Rapids - Salt Lake week 3 recap edition of Rapids Rant! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
This week on Rapids Rant... Don Pablo talks about the Colorado Rapids opening day loss in Portland, Kevberto gives a passionate Kevberto coaches the coaches, and Don talks about the fruits of the homegrown operation tree the Rapids have grown.There is a mini game preview for the upcoming match against Gary Smith's Nashville SC. All that and more on the Week 2 edition of Rapids Rant!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
Don Pablo starts the season off with a bang! He brings the offseason moves up to date and explains why people shouldn't be so down on the Rapids. He has a few thoughts on the new kits in the MLS. And how this year's Rapids will resemble last years in some areas. All that and more on the season opening edition of Rapids Rant!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
This week on Rapids Rant... it's the Cliff Mikkelson Memorial Colorado Rapids Recap of 2023 @ In-n-Out! Have the Rapids hit rock bottom? Don Pablo & Kevberto take you through the forgettable campaign. Their MVP of the season. One last look on the brightside this year. And wonder who will still be on the team in fpur months when pre-season starts. All that and more on the season recap edition of Rapids Rant! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
This week on Rapids Rant... Don Pablo & Kevberto talk about which team has had a bigger upheaval, the Rapids or the Revolution? Don opines about ownership and how much it takes and how infrequent it is for teams to change hands involuntarily. Why they are excited for this weekend's game, and how close Miami is to the playoffs. All that and more on this weeks edition of Rapids Rant! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
This week on Rapids Rant... With Coach Robin Fraser being shown the door after losing the Rocky Mountain Cup this year and not scoring an MLS goal since July 8th, the guys ask where do we go from here? They reminisce about old coaches and some of the best and worst moves in the club's history. They also talk about Kev's debut as a coach! All that and more on the hoping for the first pick in the draft edition of Rapids Rant! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
This week on Rapids Rant... Don Pablo & Kevberto review the match against Toluca in the Nation's League. Break down the multiple transfers Colorado has made since Monday. They talk about fan culture and how/why it's different everywhere. All that and more as we'll see a different team when the Rapids take the field on August 20th against LAFC! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
This week on Rapids Rant... Don Pablo takes you through Colorado's Leagues Cup match against Nashville. How to be optimistic about the Rapids. And Don talks about the age of Liga MX teams while getting you ready for Colorado to host a Mexican side in Toluca. All that and more on this edition of Rapids Rant! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
This week on Rapids Rant... Don Pablo & Kevberto talk about the Rapids sixth nil - nil draw on the season to the Dynamo. Last night's MLS All-Star game between MLS & Arsenal. What the struggle of being a fan is about. They talk about the Leagues Cup and Colorado's trip to Nashville this weekend. All that and many tidbits this week on the All-Star edition of Rapids Rant! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
Rapids Win! Rapids Win! Rapids Win! This week on Raspids Rant... Don Pablo & Kevberto talk about the Rapids victory against FC Dallas on Drew Moor night! They talk about the new additions to the Rapids including the first match for Andrew Gutman. They talk about the traffic situation for the Houston Dynamo match this weekend. All that and more on the Break the bad streak edition of Rapids Rant! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
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This week on Rapids Rant... With the postponement of the Rapids - Whitecaps match, Don Pablo goes on a spiritual journey with Kevberto from sports goth to optimistic fan in the span of an hour. The guys play their favorite movie speeches to get the Rapids hype for the upcoming match against the Galaxy this weekend. All that and more on this edition of Rapids Rant! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
This week on Rapids Rant... Don Pablo & Kevberto ask, Have the Rapids hit rock bottom? Are the Rapids making history in a bad way this year? They break down the Orlando City match. Talk about the Rapids closed practices this week. And of course, give their thoughts on the MLS signing of Leonardo Messi. All that and motivational speeches on this week's edition of Rapids Rant! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
This week on Rapids Rant... Don Pablo and Kevberto have a talk on leadership and how it affects everyday life, including sports. They opine on the Rapids losing streak and what it will take to stop the bleeding. Kevberto's coaching the coaches makes everyone think how the Rapids might need some changes on the field. Don talks about what Selena and Lil' John have in common. All that and more on the almost June edition of Rapids Rant! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
This week on Rapids Rant. Don Pablo & Kevberto look on the bright side of the last week of Colorado Soccer. They talk about the Philly & Atlanta matches. How team chemistry looks on the field versus what the athletes and coaches say. They look forward to the Rocky Mountain Cup match this weekend and the U.S. Open cup match next week, both against Salt Lake. Don tries to figure out why Salt Lake named the franchise the way they did. All that and more on the first Rocky Mountain Cup Edition of 2023! #WhatRoyalty --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
This Week on Rapids Rant... Don Pablo & Kevberto talk about the suddenly awake offense of the Rapids. The victories over LA Galaxy and Sacramento Republic. The loss of Max for the future and how that will affect the team chemistry going forward. And Kevberto makes a positive analogy to American football. All that and more on the Matchday 12 edition of Rapids Rant. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
This week on Rapids Rant... With Kevberto on assignment, Don Pablo takes you through the match against the Whitecaps. A look at the bright sides of the Rapids latest form. The busy month ahead for the Guys. Don gives you his games that he's going to watch other than the Rapids. All that and more clown talk on the latest edition of Rapids Rant! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
This week on Rapids Rant. Don Pablo and Kevberto talk about the match last Saturday with St. Louis City. Their first victory at home of the season against NOCO Hailstorm in the U.S. Open Cup. Who the Rapids will play next in the tournament. And they talk about their childhood heroes. All that and more on the week 10 edition of Rapids Rant. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
This week on Rapids Rant... Don Pablo & Kevberto break down the Rapids 2 - 2 draw at Charlotte. Has the Rapids offense come alive? Some praise for Rapidman in light of recent crimes against mascots. They talk about some changes in the Rapids front office. And get you ready for next week's matches against St. Louis and NOCO Hailstorm. All that and more on the week 9 edition of Rapids Rant!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
This week on Rapids Rant... Don Pablo & Kevberto talk about the Rapids first win of the season in Kansas City. William Yarbrough tied the record of clean-sheets in a Colorado Rapids uniform. They talk about the form of Rapids 2 to start the season and which players are pushing to be on the senior team. And get you ready for the Rapids visit to Charlotte this weekend. All that and more this week on Rapids Rant! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
This week on Rapids Rant... The sky is not falling anymore Rapids fans. Don Pablo & Kevberto break down the draw against Austin FC. How the Rapids absorbed the loss of a couple players to their respective national teams. And look ahead to this weekend's match versus LAFC. All that and more on the week 6 edition of Rapids Rant! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message
This week on Rapids Rant... Don Pablo & Kevberto talk about the Rapids loss at home to the Minnesota Loons. They talk about who is going to step up to a leadership role in the absence of Jack Price. How DSG Park is actually a fortress of Colorado. Why does Kansas City think they are the capital of world soccer? And the match this weekend in Austin Texas without Diego Rubio & Darren Yapi. All that and more on the Matchday 5 edition of Rapids Rant! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brightproductionsnetwork/message