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This week on Walkin' 90, the lower league chaos continues! Portland United and Texoma finally pick up their first-ever wins, while Union Omaha and Richmond continue to slide. Greenville, Madison, and Naples? Still finding new ways to get in their own way.We also break down the Points Per Game table (is it time to panic or believe?), spotlight teams on the rise and those sinking fast, and crown our Vibes & Chaos Game of the Week. Plus, we play a new favorite: Three Words to Describe This Team — and yes, we're naming names.Tap in, because nothing makes sense and everything's entertaining.#USLLeagueOne #Walkin90 #LowerLeagueSoccer #VibesAndChaos

This week on Walkin' 90, we preview the big US Open Cup matchups as Chattanooga, Union Omaha, and AV Alta get their shot at MLS opposition. Can the underdogs make some noise?We also break down the weekend's wild results and ask the big questions: Why are Richmond, Union Omaha, and Greenville riding the rollercoaster? And seriously—who scheduled FC Naples vs Chattanooga at noon on a weekday?Tap in for cup talk, league analysis, and lower league chaos as always.

This week on Walkin' 90, we dive into one of the wildest weekends in USL League One — from the chaotic 4-4 goalfest in Richmond to the tense 1-1 showdown in Madison. Has defense officially left the building, or is it just taking a breather?We break down all the madness, the standout performances, and what it all means for the league moving forward. Plus, we preview the upcoming USL Cup matchups and what to expect as the pressure ramps up.It's vibes, goals, and a plea for defensive structure. Tune in!#USLLeagueOne #Walkin90 #LowerLeagueSoccer #RichmondKickers #ForwardMadison #USLCup

Greenville Goals joins the show to break down all things Greenville Triumph as the USL League One season kicks into gear. With 5 matches played and a 2-1-2 record, we dive into the highs, lows, and everything in between.We talk Greenville's evolving style of play, standout performances, and shine a spotlight on club legends Brandon Fricke, Tyler Polak, and Evan Lee. Plus, what's the latest on the stadium plans—and how could it reshape the future of the club?Tune in for insight, analysis, and a healthy dose of Triumph talk!

This week on Walkin 90, we're diving into everything that's making USL League One spicy right now.We kick things off with a full US Open Cup recap, then dive headfirst into the post-derby fallout in Chattanooga—yep, it got heated. We've also got a fresh Chaos BCS update, our must-watch Games of the Week, and we're talking stock watch: who we're buying, who we're selling, and which teams should be smashing the panic button already.It's early in the season, but the drama? Fully in midseason form. Tap in.

In this episode of Walkin 90, we sit down with Scott Mackenzie, Head Coach of the Chattanooga Red Wolves, for an in-depth conversation about his coaching philosophy, the team's ambitions, and what it takes to build a winning culture in USL League One. We discuss his journey to Chattanooga, the challenges and opportunities of the 2024 season, and how he plans to shape the squad for success. Tune in for exclusive insights, tactical breakdowns, and a look at what's next for the Red Wolves!

The US Open Cup delivered some wild results for USL League One teams, and we're breaking it all down! ⚽

In this episode of Walkin 90, we dive headfirst into the beautiful chaos that is the BCS-style USL League One rankings—yes, the Chaos BCS is back and as wild as ever. We break down the early storylines from Week 1, from surprising performances to teams already making statements. Plus, we look ahead to the upcoming matchups that have us marking our calendars. Whether you're a longtime League One fan or just hopping on the ride, this episode sets the tone for a wild season ahead.

We have news with two new USL1 clubs coming in 2026 and a new D1 league coming. Yogi, Eboni, and Kyle breakdown Ft. Wayne and Sarasota joining and then debate what teams will move up or down with a new USL structure. Then, to end, we introduce the CBCS Ranking, where chaos is king.

We speak with Westchester SC's Stephen Payne. He talks about Westchester and what had him interested, his time in Madison and Richmond, and how it was on both sides of the Henny Derby. Then, discusses promotion and visibility of black voices in soccer.

We are back and more chaotic than ever. Kyle, Eboni, and Yogi, go through what you may have missed in the offseason. Look at the revamped USL Cup and talk about the US Open Cup first-round matchups.

The way to move up in the pyramid. Just build a stadium and pay the fee as we sort out Lexington's decision to move up to USL Championship and the likelihood of when Omaha does it. We also talk Jager Cup and, most importantly, mini-fridges.

We still exist! Eboni, Kyle and Chip jump on to talk about all the exciting news that has happened in the league. First the branding of Antelope Valley, Portland, and Napels while trying to make sense of Westchester. Then they go over the league matches and talk about Forward Madison's unbeaten start, Lexington and Fuego STRUGGLING and where Greenville and Omaha factor in. Then review everything that has happened in the Jaeger cup and how some teams have embraced the no defense just vibes approach. Then to close it out, the Vibez and Chaos matches of the weekend.

We know, we know it has been a while, but life and the Open Cup happen. Kyle and Eboni sort through the most notable USL1 matches that happened in the past month. What to do about Richmond, should teams stop sleeping on Spokane, and now that Lexington has hit the panic button, who is next? Then they cover a little Open Cup Recap, and of course Vibez and Chaos picks of the week.

Preseason has begun. Kyle, Eboni, Yogi, and Brandon are joined by Alex from the fantastic League 1 Updater. The five of them go through some of the most notable transfers in the league ranging from players coming back and players switching teams. 

Preseason has begun. Alex from the fantastic League 1 updater joins Kyle, Eboni, Yogi, and Brandon. The five of them go through some of the most notable transfers in the league, ranging from players coming back and players switching teams. 

Alex from League 1 Updater joins Eboni, still drunk from celebrating, and Kyle. They go through the award finalist and All-League teams, NCFC big partnership and the recent coaching moves in Madison and Fuego. Then, they recap the semi-final matches and breakdown how Omaha didn't score, Austin Pack masterclass and NCFC cruising. Then he discussion of the Independence/NCFC derby final and what is to be expected on Sunday. Join Wakin 90 as they will have a live watch along during the final on Sunday!

Eboni, Kyle, Chip are joined by Rich and Bryan from League ONe the Rocks. They discuss John Harkes leaving Greenville and where the Triumph go from there, a new market in Texoma joining the league in 2025, and the investors coming to Spokane and potentially a Ft. Wayne update. Then they discuss the first round of playoff matches that saw Charlotte and NoCo win. We see what they need to do to score a trip to the finals and where Omaha and NCFC can thrive. Be sure to check out League ONe the Rocks @ONetherockspod on twitter!

Only a few playoff spots remain and Yogi, Kyle, Eboni, and Chip have plenty to talk about. They talk through who finishes where in the top three, if Greenville and Madison hold on to the final playoff spot and Chattanooga potentially going to the USL Championship. All this while Yogi wishes the absolute worst for everyone.

Yogi, Kyle and Eboni are back to talk about what has happened in the league the last few weeks. This includes Omaha's 7 (at the time of recording and episode upload) winning streak and how that affects the top of the table. What is going on with Fuego, again, as one of their best players heads over to Forward Madison; does cleaning house make them a more desirable coaching spot than Santa Barbara or Spokane? They also talk about Portland Maine FINALLY heading to USL1 in 2025. Then they end wondering how chaotic and high scoring this weekend's matches are, and why would you schedule any matches on the first Sunday of the NFL season.

SHE'S BACK!!! Eboni has come back from Australia with milk and tries catching up with Kyle on everything she missed including her thoughts on NCFC going up to the championship. This includes Cassini and Tormenta's odd parting, what is going on with NoCo and Richmond's winless streak, and Omaha's winning streak. Then they look at the situation with San Diego Loyal and see what that means for other clubs moving forward and the potential options like Roanoke and the Chicago suburbs. Then they end with the vibez and chaos match of the week.

Life got in the way, and trying to get two people available is difficult. Yogi and Kyle, however, were able to sit down and go through everything that happened in the last month. They discussed Spokane's new club name and logo, NCFC going back to the Championship, and which teams are slumping. Then they see if there is there any hope for teams outside of the playoff picture jumping up. They discuss what Richmond and. Knoxville need to turn their fortunes around and which teams can really make a run in August.

Yogi, Chip, Eboni, and eventually Kyle discuss the big news from The Athletic regarding USL voting to move forward with implementing promotion and relegation. The group discuss what pro/rel would look like, how this new league will be created, and which teams from USL Championship would drop down. We also wonder if the vote would actually pass. The group also answer questions on the best approach to who gets promoted and relegated, which teams they want to see drop down (for vibez), and which teams they want to avoid (boring vibez). Be sure to check out Walkin 90 on Twitter and threads as we see this developing story

Yogi and Kyle review the USL1 season at the halfway point. They also discuss Neill Collins moving to Barnsly and which coach would fit the Tampa role well. Then they discuss Fuego and Chattanooga firing their coaches and how do you approach building the squad and who to build around. Then they go over the upcoming matches and wonder if NoCo is on trap game watch and then end with putting the teams in tiers.

Kyle and Eboni sit down with the USL VP of DEI and Community Impact Chris Busey. They talk about his background in academia and coaching, his plans to diversify USL, and what the importance of black supporters and Juneteenth can do for American soccer.

Yogi, Kyle, Eboni, and Chip talk about the USL Super League and the markets that are coming. Then they recap the weekend's matches with their three-word reactions. Then Eboni talks through the NCFC beer dumping controversy. Then they go through their power rankings and explain why they made the decisions they did.

Yogi and Eboni are joined by Tyler Crane (@CraneKicksLex) and they discuss the week's matches and preview the week and talk about the efforts of the league, players, and coaches in the fight against cancer. (Yes this is late, don't worry about it)

Yogi, Eboni, and Chip get together to talk about the USL1 team's performance in the Third Round of the US Open Cup. Then go through every team's pros and cons this season and see how many of these trends stick. After that, they preview a full weekend slate of games and pick the Vibez and Chaos matches of the week along with the o/u on goals.

Spring Break time and the season is getting is party started. Kyle, Yogi, Eboni, and Chip recap Richmond's win against Greenville and their new stadium. The name of the Greenville and Richmond rivalry. NoCo and Chattanooga's surprising 0-0 draw and Forward Madison and Union Omaha's 1-1 draw as well. Then they preview the upcoming matches and the US Open Cup second round.

Eboni sits down with El Salvador international and NCFC player Nelson Flores Blanco. They talk about his career and his path to the national team and NCFC, what his training is like preparing for big tournaments, and what his pupusa order is.

The USL1 season finally begins and Kyle, Yogi, and Eboni preview this weekend's games. Will Tormenta start their title defense strong or will a new-look NCFC get off to a hot start? Can last-minute signings truly help Charlotte against Richmond? Will the talk on Twitter mean that the Lexington/One Knox match lives up to the hype? They talk about all of that do the first Vibez and Chaos match of the week while also trying to figure out why someone would put sugar on grits and is doing a kit reveal at Dave and Buster's the move.

Yogi, Kyle, Brandon, and Chip got together and give their predictions on various awards and where clubs will finish and the fans also gave their thoughts. Who's predictions made sense and who went out of pocket? Make sure to check out our website and also join us for the Henny Derby festivities!! https://walkin90pod.weebly.com/henny-derby.html

Yogi, Eboni, and Kyle discuss Lexington's home stadium announcement and the league's expanded partnership with Opta. Then they complete the team previews with NoCo, Lexington, Fuego, Charlotte, NCFC, and defending champion Tormenta.

Yogi, Eboni and Kyle first talk about the big friendlies happening in the US with Sunderland coming to North Carolina and Pachuca coming to Fresno. Then they do team previews of Omaha, Greenville, Chattanooga, Richmond, Knoxville and Madison.

Chip sits down with USL commentators Ross Davenport and Donny Baarns. They discuss their background and path to commentary, which team has the best and worst camera angle, and the work that goes into commentating USL1 matches.

Kyle, Chip, and Yogi talk with Lee O'Neill the new SVP of USL1. They discuss Lee's background and time with boyhood club Ipswich Town, what he hopes to accomplish in his role, and how to grow the game in the USL and provide better story telling.

Chip sits down with Union Omaha and Omaha Stormchaser president Martie J. Cordaro. They discuss getting into soccer, plans for the club and potential new stadium.

It's 2023 and a new opportunity for the USL1 teams. Yogi, Kyle, and Eboni go through all the roster moves from the 12 sides. They look at how the new teams, Lexington and Knoxville, are taking different approaches to team building. NCFC and Forward Madison is making a statement, and how will the late coaching hires of Omaha and Chattanooga affect their team building. Then they go through their initial power rankings as of January!

It's the Season 2 finale!!! Yogi, Kyle, Eboni, Brandon and Chip first go through the final which saw South Georgia Tormenta win the championship and break down what went well for them and where it went wrong for Chattanooga. Then the group hand out their end of the season awards, give grades for each team and check out their preseason predictions.

Yogi, Kyle and Chip recap the road teams winning in the semi-final including if Richmond was robbed with the miss penalty call and is this the end of the Greenville core. Then the preview the final along with Eboni and go through the award winners and if they were deserved.

The quarterfinals happened and Ira Jersey comes on to talk with Yogi and Chip to discuss Chattanooga and Tormenta protecting home field and preview the semi-finals

The regular season ends but the news doesn't stop. The crew first talk about FC Tucson's self-relegation to USL2 after a change in ownership plus the promotion of One Knoxville to USL League One. Then after recapping the games, they go through the pros and cons of each playoff team. At the end everyone tries to explain to Yogi why the #1 seed Richmond Kickers are NOT the underdogs and make predictions of the first round matchup. All this happens while jokes about Chattanooga's interim coach is caught throwing his cash app around and being horny on main.

The crew is back after a non-eventful (on the field) Henny Derby. They talk about the vibez and pick on Kyle for awhile. Then they preview Judgement Day and who will finish where and who misses out on the playoffs. Then they wonder why Omaha fans are acting like spoiled prep kids, the unserious 7-a side USL1 put out and would you rather have a wooden spoon or a Golden toilet

It's Henny Derby week and Yogi is already letting the drinks flow. The whole crew is back to talk about the Sally Yates investigation and the impact it has on USSF and USL and Chattanooga about how all but 4 teams are unsure of their fate in the penultimate week. The team also discusses who is likely to clinch the top spot, which team will be on the outside looking in and which player is likely to get the highest transfer fee in USL1 history. Also the make their predicitions and figure out why children are heathens.

This league is dumb as Yogi, Eboni and Chip breakdown the weird results of the last week including Omaha losing to Tucson!!?! They also cover Tormenta's surge to the playoffs and Chatt looking like world beaters against a struggling Madison side. The three answer mailbag questions including what the expectations are, the Caribbean Union/USL1 partnership and the future of the W League.

Kyle and Chip sit down with Sam Stockley the Sporting Director for upcoming USL League One team Lexington Sporting Club who will begin play in 2023. Sam talks about the process that was Lexington getting the expansion spot, the plans with the boys and girls academy and the update on the new stadium. He then talks about the possibility of playing Louisville City in the US Open cup, his playing career and the similarities and differences between the US and England and what he would like to see on the kits.

Eboni and Chip speak to USL Spokane. They talk about why they chose USL, the plans for USL1 and their USLW team. Progress on the stadium and what the appeal of bringing soccer to the Pacific Northwest.

Kyle, Yogi and Chip sit down with Santa BarbaraPeter Moore and dig into why he was interested in USL1 and starting a team in Santa Barbara and when did he realize Liverpool would win the league

Eboni and Nubia from Shea Butter FC speak with Tormenta Women player Erin O'Hearn. They talk about the championship match against against Minnesota Aurora, the growth of Women's soccer in the United States and the first year of the USL W League and college Soccer

Eboni, Kyle, and Brandon review the pair of 0-0 draws for Union Omaha against Greenville and Forward Madison. Then they analyze Richmond' self-capitulation and glory against Fuego and NCFC. Then they asses which teams are safe, which should be looking at the panic button and who should be pressing before previewing and picking the USL1 Vibez and Chaos games of the week. Check us out @walkin90pod on Twitter the rest of the 2cents fam (FTC, 2cents, Shea Butter, Can I Kick It and Dreaming of Freedom Podcast.