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We are back with our first episode of 2026 as we work our way through the dog days of the MLS offseason. We'll check in on the Seattle Sounders and assess their offseason to date, including the news that the Rave Green have officially re-signed Paul Rothrock. Will they show ambition and sign more players, or is this it for Craig Waibel and Co.? We'll also discuss some of the other big headlines from around the league, including Riqui Puig's injury setback for the LA Galaxy.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Ari Liljenwall Noah RiffeSPONSORSHaxan Ferments - Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars, Haxan Ferments is handcrafted in Georgetown and made with the best local ingredients from across the Pacific Northwest. Use Code LS for a FREE Hot Sauce w/ purchase!Sounder at Heart - Our network host and biggest supporter, Sounder at Heart covers the Seattle Sounders, Seattle Reign, and MUCH MORE! Subscribe and Support to the BEST independent Seattle Soccer coverage.Podium Edmonds - Located at 114 4th Ave N, just off Main Street in the heart of Downtown Edmonds, come shop and explore the best menswear in the Pacific Northwest. Tell them Lobbing Scorchers sent you!Full Pull Wines - Founded in 2009, they the best boutique wines of the world to members, with special focus on our home, the Pacific Northwest.Seattle Sounders Tickets - Get tickets to an upcoming match straight from the club and help support the show at the same time.MLS Season Pass - MLS Season Pass is back on Apple TV with access to every single MLS match—including Leagues Cup and the entire Audi MLS Cup Playoffs—with no blackouts! Subscribe today to support the show.MLS Store - New year, new gear! The 2025 MLS jerseys are here, and MLSStore is the ultimate destination for every fan. Every purchase helps support our show!Lobbing Scorchers is a production of Just Once Media.Lobbing Scorchers is a Seattle Sounders and MLS focused show brought to you by Sounder at Heart. Hosted by Major League Soccer's Ari Liljenwall and Producer Noah Riffe. Join us as we lob our scorching takes on the American soccer landscape, Seattle Sounders, Major League Soccer, USMNT and more.Contact: lobbingscorchers@justoncemedia.com

Niko and Jeremiah discussed the likelihood of the very unexpected transfer rumor that surfaced about a potential Danny Leyva move to Necaxa of Liga MX. They talk about what the fee range might be in and what that cap space to do for the Sounders 2026 roster, including what the Leyva news might mean for Obed Vargas' status. On the topic of other contracts the guys shared updates on Stefan Frei and Paul Rothrock seemingly being courted by Nashville SC. Frustrations about Craig Waibel's public communication style and the search for Tacoma Defiance's next head coach round out the show.Follow Niko Moreno on BlueSky and YouTube.Sponsor

After a much-needed Thanksgiving hiatus, we are back with our Seattle Sounders offseason coverage. We'll react to the club's year-end roster announcements from last week, as well as Craig Waibel and Brian Schmetzer's press conference. With MLS Cup 2025 now set, we'll also preview Saturday's heavyweight showdown between Vancouver Whitecaps FC and Inter Miami CF.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Ari Liljenwall Noah RiffeSPONSORSHaxan Ferments - Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars, Haxan Ferments is handcrafted in Georgetown and made with the best local ingredients from across the Pacific Northwest. Use Code LS for a FREE Hot Sauce w/ purchase!Sounder at Heart - Our network host and biggest supporter, Sounder at Heart covers the Seattle Sounders, Seattle Reign, and MUCH MORE! Subscribe and Support to the BEST independent Seattle Soccer coverage.Podium Edmonds - Located at 114 4th Ave N, just off Main Street in the heart of Downtown Edmonds, come shop and explore the best menswear in the Pacific Northwest. Tell them Lobbing Scorchers sent you!Full Pull Wines - Founded in 2009, they the best boutique wines of the world to members, with special focus on our home, the Pacific Northwest.Seattle Sounders Tickets - Get tickets to an upcoming match straight from the club and help support the show at the same time.MLS Season Pass - MLS Season Pass is back on Apple TV with access to every single MLS match—including Leagues Cup and the entire Audi MLS Cup Playoffs—with no blackouts! Subscribe today to support the show.MLS Store - New year, new gear! The 2025 MLS jerseys are here, and MLSStore is the ultimate destination for every fan. Every purchase helps support our show!Lobbing Scorchers is a production of Just Once Media.Lobbing Scorchers is a Seattle Sounders and MLS focused show brought to you by Sounder at Heart. Hosted by Major League Soccer's Ari Liljenwall and Producer Noah Riffe. Join us as we lob our scorching takes on the American soccer landscape, Seattle Sounders, Major League Soccer, USMNT and more.Contact: lobbingscorchers@justoncemedia.com

Niko and Jeremiah discussed the likelihood of the very unexpected transfer rumor that surfaced about a potential Danny Leyva move to Necaxa of Liga MX. They talk about what the fee range might be in and what that cap space to do for the Sounders 2026 roster, including what the Leyva news might mean for Obed Vargas' status. On the topic of other contracts the guys shared updates on Stefan Frei and Paul Rothrock seemingly being courted by Nashville SC. Frustrations about Craig Waibel's public communication style and the search for Tacoma Defiance's next head coach round out the show.Follow Niko Moreno on BlueSky and YouTube.Sponsor

Tonight on Sounders Weekly, Jackson Felts recaps the team's loss to Miami, including hearing from Head Coach Brian Schmetzer, then we get part two of the conversation with General Manager Craig Waibel, focusing on major roster questions, and finally we preview Austin ahead and talk MLS with Ari Liljenwall of Lobbing Scorchers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on Sounders Weekly, Jackson Felts talks to General Manager Craig Waibel about the team's Leagues Cup championship, then Ari Liljenwall talks about Miami's behavior in the final before Heath Pearce looks ahead to Seattle's next game and move on from Leagues Cup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Secondary Transfer Window is officially over, and with the Seattle Sounders famously not making any moves, we take stock of Craig Waibel's press conference this week at Lumen Field. Are we buying or selling the GM's rationale for another window with no major movement? Later on, we go over Armchair Analyst Matt Doyle's take on Seattle's window, then talk about the most controversial storyline of Matchday 30 that took place in Vancouver's matchup with St. Louis CITY SC.SPONSORSHaxan Ferments - Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars, Haxan Ferments is handcrafted in Georgetown and made with the best local ingredients from across the Pacific Northwest. Use Code LS for a FREE Hot Sauce w/ purchase!Sounder at Heart - Our network host and biggest supporter, Sounder at Heart covers the Seattle Sounders, Seattle Reign, and MUCH MORE! Subscribe and Support to the BEST independent Seattle Soccer coverage.Podium Edmonds - Located at 114 4th Ave N, just off Main Street in the heart of Downtown Edmonds, come shop and explore the best menswear in the Pacific Northwest. Tell them Lobbing Scorchers sent you!Full Pull Wines - Founded in 2009, they the best boutique wines of the world to members, with special focus on our home, the Pacific Northwest.My Data Removal - Data brokers are selling your personal information! Fight back with My Data Removal. Hunt down and scrub your sensitive information from the internet. Use code "LS" for $10 off your annual plan.Seattle Sounders Tickets - Get tickets to an upcoming match straight from the club and help support the show at the same time.MLS Season Pass - MLS Season Pass is back on Apple TV with access to every single MLS match—including Leagues Cup and the entire Audi MLS Cup Playoffs—with no blackouts! Subscribe today to support the show.MLS Store - New year, new gear! The 2025 MLS jerseys are here, and MLSStore is the ultimate destination for every fan. Every purchase helps support our show!Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Ari Liljenwall Noah RiffeLobbing Scorchers is a production of Just Once Media.Lobbing Scorchers is a Seattle Sounders and MLS focused show brought to you by Sounder at Heart. Hosted by Major League Soccer's Ari Liljenwall and Producer Noah Riffe. Join us as we lob our scorching takes on the American soccer landscape, Seattle Sounders, Major League Soccer, USMNT and more.

Send us a textWhat happens when a professional sports executive takes off the GM hat and steps into his most important role as a father? Craig Waibel, General Manager of the Seattle Sounders FC, brings us behind the scenes of his parenting journey with refreshing honesty and hard-earned wisdom.Waibel, a former MLS player with four championship titles, shares a powerful framework for raising children that focuses on authenticity over achievement. "When it stops being fun, we're done," he explains about his daughter's volleyball journey, highlighting his commitment to nurturing joy ahead of competitive success. This philosophy might surprise some, coming from someone who's thrived at the highest levels of professional sports.The conversation reveals intimate moments of parental growth—from learning to step back when his teenage daughter needs space to process challenges, to allowing her to see his vulnerabilities. Waibel recounts transformative lessons from his own upbringing, including when his parents confronted his self-deprecating humor with the firm directive: "That's not how we treat ourselves." These formative experiences shaped his approach to both leadership and fatherhood.Particularly moving is Waibel's emphasis on integrity and communication. The open dialogue he's cultivated with his 15-year-old daughter didn't happen by accident but through years of intentional parenting. He describes the gratitude he feels when she shares her experiences and emotions freely—a connection many parents struggle to maintain during the teenage years.Whether you're raising future athletes, managing a team, or simply trying to become a better leader at home, Waibel's insights transcend sports. His perspective on removing fear to unlock potential applies equally to parenting and professional settings. How might your relationships transform if you approached them with more humility, vulnerability, and genuine curiosity?Please don't forget to leave us a review wherever you consume your podcasts! Please help us get more dads to listen weekly and become the ultimate leader of their homes!

Concacaf Champions Cup is off and running and the Seattle Sounders are off to a roaring start after Wednesday's 3-1 Leg 1 triumph in Guatemala. Can anyone stop the FC Dallas boys? Did we just witness Pedro de la Vega's breakout? We discuss that and more in our very first Dub Pod of 2025. Later on, we hit an Agenda Check that might ruffle some feathers among the anti-Craig Waibel community and hit a couple of other Sounders-related headlines, including rumors linking Obed Vargas to the Eredivisie.SPONSORSHaxan Ferments - Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars, Haxan Ferments is handcrafted in Georgetown and made with the best local ingredients from across the Pacific Northwest. Use Code LS for a FREE Hot Sauce w/ purchase!Sounder at Heart - Our network host and biggest supporter, Sounder at Heart covers the Seattle Sounders, Seattle Reign, and MUCH MORE! Subscribe and Support to the BEST independent Seattle Soccer coverage.Podium Edmonds - Located at 114 4th Ave N, just off Main Street in the heart of Downtown Edmonds, come shop and explore the best menswear in the Pacific Northwest. Tell them Lobbing Scorchers sent you!Full Pull Wines - Founded in 2009, they the best boutique wines of the world to members, with special focus on our home, the Pacific Northwest.MLS Season Pass - MLS Season Pass is back on Apple TV with access to every single MLS match—including Leagues Cup and the entire Audi MLS Cup Playoffs—with no blackouts! Subscribe today to support the show.MLS Store - New year, new gear! The 2025 MLS jerseys are here, and MLSStore is the ultimate destination for every fan. Every purchase helps support our show!Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Ari Liljenwall Noah RiffeLobbing Scorchers is a production of Just Once Media.Lobbing Scorchers is a Seattle Sounders and MLS focused show brought to you by Sounder at Heart. Hosted by Major League Soccer's Ari Liljenwall and Producer Noah Riffe. Join us as we lob our scorching takes on the American soccer landscape, Seattle Sounders, Major League Soccer, USMNT and more.

The Sounders are back from preseason in Spain and ready to begin a gauntlet of a season. Co-hosts Brad Evans and Steve Zakuani begin by looking back at some preseason results, and commend Craig Waibel, Brian Schmetzer and staff for putting together a roster with depth all around the pitch. And it's a good thing given the congested upcoming schedule: scrimmage vs Louisville on the 12th, CONCACAF Champions Cup vs Antigua on February 19th (away) and February 26th (home)... not to mention MLS play kicks off on February 22nd when the Rave Green host Charlotte FC. Phew.Have questions for Brad and Steve? Leave a voicemail at 206-867-8545 for a chance to get your voice on the show! 

A brand new episode of Sounders Scuttlebutt has arrived, and we're talking (surprise surprise) Sounders!Is our roster set? (Matt Doyle article)How do we rate the offseason?Where will the Sounders finish in 2025?What tournaments should the fans prioritize?Visit our Scuttlebutt Discord server to chat with us and fellow Sounders fans! Share your thoughts, and help us fill up the Scuttlebutt mailbag with your questions and comments.If you'd like to support the show, join our Supporters' Section on Patreon. Huge thanks to Alex Diaz, James C, Pat Collom, and Cedar for your generosity.Aaron Lingley - @aaronlingleyCameron Collins - @legalmindedpunkNicholaus Biela - @niquitabanana

Following his end-of-season press conference, Jeremiah sat down with Sounders GM Craig Waibel to go a bit more in depth. Waibel shared his thoughts on the Sounders' season, some of the plans for the offseason and his excitement about an international-heavy 2025.***Nos Audietis is the flagship podcast for Sounder at Heart, which became a reader-supported website on Aug. 21. You can support us by becoming a paid subscriber, learn more: https://www.sounderatheart.com/about/You can also support the show by checking out our line of merch including every past YachtCon design and our latest skull-and-crossbones logo.“Diversions” audio provided by Sounder at Heart subscriber Lars; find more of their music: https://despatchesfromseattle.com/

Following his end-of-season press conference, Jeremiah sat down with Sounders GM Craig Waibel to go a bit more in depth. Waibel shared his thoughts on the Sounders' season, some of the plans for the offseason and his excitement about an international-heavy 2025.***Nos Audietis is the flagship podcast for Sounder at Heart, which became a reader-supported website on Aug. 21. You can support us by becoming a paid subscriber, learn more: https://www.sounderatheart.com/about/You can also support the show by checking out our line of merch including every past YachtCon design and our latest skull-and-crossbones logo.“Diversions” audio provided by Sounder at Heart subscriber Lars; find more of their music: https://despatchesfromseattle.com/

Join us on Aug. 22 for a celebration of Sounder at Heart's 1 year anniversary!It's a jam-packed episode as we dive into another League Cup Dub Pod! We break down the Seattle Sounders' 4-0 thrashing of Pumas at Lumen Field that devolved into chaos and anarchy late in the match. We'll also hit our agenda check and take your questions.Headlining the program we bring on our friend Niko Moreno from Pulso Sports to talk about Craig Waibel's press conference at Longacres and our takeaways from  another Sounders transfer window without a major addition.Follow NikoSUBSCRIBE TO SOUNDER AT HEART!Farrell Sports BusinessInterviews with unicorns from sports business and their career pathsListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the show by subscribing to Sounder at Heart and get 1 FREE month! This podcast was made possible through the support of Full Pull Wines. ---Follow Lobbing Scorchers on Social Media:Follow Ari LiljenwallFollow Noah RiffeInstagramYouTubeTikTok---Visit Sounder at Heart:WebsiteTwitterInstagramYouTubeLobbing Scorchers is a production of Just Once Media.

Tonight on Sounders Weekly, Jackson Felts recaps the up and down month of May, talks to General Manager Craig Waibel about the club's roster movement, then goes Around the League and previews Seattle's next match with Ari Liljenwall of MLS Soccer .com.

Tonight on Sounders Weekly, Jackson Felts reacts to Seattle's 2-0 loss to Vancouver, chats with Stefan Frei and Cristian Roldan, then gets Part 2 of the conversation with General Manager Craig Waibel before Ari Liljenwall previews the next two matches for the Rave Green.

Tonight on Sounders Weekly, Jackson Felts talks to General Manager Craig Waibel in Part 1 of a four-part interview series, then chats with MLS broadcaster Mark Rogondino before going Around the League with Ari Liljenwall.

Following a 45-minute press conference introducing Sounders fans to Pedro de la Vega, GM Craig Waibel sat down with Jeremiah Oshan and Niko Moreno to discuss the signing. Waibel explains what he liked so much about the Argentine, gives some insight into the process behind securing his signature and what this could mean for the Sounders going forward. There is also an extended version of this interview that's available to paid subscribers of the podcast on our private RSS feed. Sponsors Full Pull Wines Nos Audietis is the flagship podcast for Sounder at Heart, which became a reader-supported website on Aug. 21. You can support us by becoming a paid subscriber, learn more: https://www.sounderatheart.com/about/ You can also support the show by checking out our line of merch including every past YachtCon design and our latest skull-and-crossbones logo. "Diversions" audio provided by Sounder at Heart subscriber Lars; find more of their music: https://despatchesfromseattle.com/  

Following a 45-minute press conference introducing Sounders fans to Pedro de la Vega, GM Craig Waibel sat down with Jeremiah Oshan and Niko Moreno to discuss the signing. Waibel explains what he liked so much about the Argentine, gives some insight into the process behind securing his signature and what this could mean for the Sounders going forward. There is also an extended version of this interview that's available to paid subscribers of the podcast on our private RSS feed. Sponsors Full Pull Wines Nos Audietis is the flagship podcast for Sounder at Heart, which became a reader-supported website on Aug. 21. You can support us by becoming a paid subscriber, learn more: https://www.sounderatheart.com/about/ You can also support the show by checking out our line of merch including every past YachtCon design and our latest skull-and-crossbones logo. "Diversions" audio provided by Sounder at Heart subscriber Lars; find more of their music: https://despatchesfromseattle.com/  

Jackson Felts and Anders Hirst react to today's official news that Argentine winger Pedro de la Vega is the club's first young designated player, signing a four year contract with an option for 2028, discuss where and how he fits into the squad, hear from Brian Schmetzer and Craig Waibel, and look ahead to the 2024 season.

Tonight on Sounders Weekly, Jackson Felts recaps the loss to Atlanta and chats with goalkeeper Stefan Frei in the locker room, hears about Seattle's roster situation with General Manager Craig Waibel, then goes Around the League with Ari Liljenwall and Around the Sound with Andrew Harvey.

Garth Lagerwey spent eight mostly very successful season with the Seattle Sounders. On Sunday, he makes his return as the President and CEO of Atlanta United. As he did regularly when he was with the Sounders, Lagerwey was very gracious with his time when he met with us on Wednesday. We talked about his transition to Atlanta, what he has liked about Leagues Cup and what he thinks of the roster he left the Sounders and Craig Waibel. Producer's note: Jeremiah had some audio difficulties and as a result doesn't sound so great. We apologize. Sponsors Full Pull Wines Watson's Counter Nos Audietis is the flagship podcast of Sounder at Heart, which will become a primarily-reader supported website on Aug. 21. You can help make the site sustainable by becoming a paid subscriber.

Garth Lagerwey spent eight mostly very successful season with the Seattle Sounders. On Sunday, he makes his return as the President and CEO of Atlanta United. As he did regularly when he was with the Sounders, Lagerwey was very gracious with his time when he met with us on Wednesday. We talked about his transition to Atlanta, what he has liked about Leagues Cup and what he thinks of the roster he left the Sounders and Craig Waibel. Producer's note: Jeremiah had some audio difficulties and as a result doesn't sound so great. We apologize. Sponsors Full Pull Wines Watson's Counter Nos Audietis is the flagship podcast of Sounder at Heart, which will become a primarily-reader supported website on Aug. 21. You can help make the site sustainable by becoming a paid subscriber.

Garth Lagerwey spent eight mostly very successful season with the Seattle Sounders. On Sunday, he makes his return as the President and CEO of Atlanta United. As he did regularly when he was with the Sounders, Lagerwey was very gracious with his time when he met with us on Wednesday. We talked about his transition to Atlanta, what he has liked about Leagues Cup and what he thinks of the roster he left the Sounders and Craig Waibel. Producer's note: Jeremiah had some audio difficulties and as a result doesn't sound so great. We apologize. Sponsors Full Pull Wines Watson's Counter Nos Audietis is the flagship podcast of Sounder at Heart, which will become a primarily-reader supported website on Aug. 21. You can help make the site sustainable by becoming a paid subscriber.

Sounders Chief Soccer Officer and General Manager, Craig Waibel, joins co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans for this special episode of Side X Side. Some big topics are tackled as the former players discuss the upcoming Leagues Cup, player contracts, and the impact David Beckham and Lionel Messi have had on MLS. Listen, review, subscribe, and let us know who else you want to hear on the pod!Craig Waibel joins the pod! (0:33)Craig on this season (1:45)Who must step up to get more wins? (7:10)The development of Léo Chú (9:10)Expectations for the rest of the season (11:46)Leagues Cup (14:12)Player contracts (16:03)Thoughts on being a GM (22:20)Beckham and Messi's influence on the MLS (24:37)

Tonight on Sounders Weekly, Jackson Felts recaps the wild 3-3 draw in Charlotte, talks about the arrival of Lionel Messi to MLS and Miami with Ari Liljenwall, goes Around the Sound with Andrew Harvey, then gets thoughts from Brian Schmetzer, Craig Waibel, and Cristian Roldan on Messi joining the league.

Tonight on Sounders Weekly, Jackson Felts chats with Leo Chu and Jackson Ragen in the locker room after Seattle's 1-0 win over Minnesota, talks to Craig Waibel about the decision to loan Danny Leyva to Colorado today, then goes Around the League with Ari Liljenwall and Around the Sound with Andrew Harvey.

Tonight on Sounders Weekly, Jackson Felts reacts to the 4-1 loss in Portland and postgame comments from Brian Schmetzer, we hear the final part of the long sit-down with new General Manager Craig Waibel, then go Around the League and preview Seattle's next match with Ari Liljenwall plus Around the Sound with Andrew Harvey.

Tonight on Sounders Weekly, Jackson Felts recaps the victory in Los Angeles, talks to Cristian Roldan after the win over the Galaxy, sits down with Craig Waibel in Part 3 of the conversation with the new General Manager, plus goes Around the League with Ari Liljenwall and Around the Sound with Andrew Harvey.

Tonight on Sounders Weekly, Jackson Felts recaps the 0-0 draw against LAFC, we hear from Nouhou on the game and time with Cameroon ahead, get part two of Jackson's conversation with new General Manager Craig Waibel, then go ahead the league and preview Saturday's match in Kansas City with Ari Liljenwall.

Tonight on Sounders Weekly, Jackson Felts previews Seattle vs. LAFC plus talks MLS and US National Team with Apple TV Broadcaster Taylor Twellman, then hits part one of a four-part conversation with General Manager Craig Waibel before Ari Liljenwall takes us Around the League with more of a preview for Seattle's match on Saturday.

Craig Waibel took over as the Seattle Sounders' third-ever general manager during the MLS era about three months ago. Although he had previously served as the team's sporting director and as such played a significant role in the current roster build, he has put his fingerprints on the team in ways that fans don't usually see.  Most of Waibel's work has been done behind the scenes, attempting to rebuild an office culture that took a hit during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic that led to the Sounders going 100% remote.  One of the biggest aspects of Waibel's directive has been encouraging more in-person interaction that isn't necessarily a meeting. He keeps his office at Starfire Sports Complex rather spartan, with just a stick-figure picture that he drew himself as one of the only decorations. He says that's because he doesn't want it to feel like "his" office, as much as a place where he happens to work and anyone else is welcome to use it.  We sat down last week for an hourlong conversation, the first half of which can be found here. The other half of the interview is being made available only to paid-subscribers to our Substack and can be found at NosAudietis.Substack.com.  Sponsors Full Pull Wines Watson's Counter This week's music: Perry Como - "Seattle", "RVIVR - "Ocean Song", Woody Guthrie - "Roll On Columbia", "Your Journey Begins" - OurMusicBox (Jay Man) (CC BY 4.0)

Craig Waibel took over as the Seattle Sounders' third-ever general manager during the MLS era about three months ago. Although he had previously served as the team's sporting director and as such played a significant role in the current roster build, he has put his fingerprints on the team in ways that fans don't usually see.  Most of Waibel's work has been done behind the scenes, attempting to rebuild an office culture that took a hit during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic that led to the Sounders going 100% remote.  One of the biggest aspects of Waibel's directive has been encouraging more in-person interaction that isn't necessarily a meeting. He keeps his office at Starfire Sports Complex rather spartan, with just a stick-figure picture that he drew himself as one of the only decorations. He says that's because he doesn't want it to feel like "his" office, as much as a place where he happens to work and anyone else is welcome to use it.  We sat down last week for an hourlong conversation, the first half of which can be found here. The other half of the interview is being made available only to paid-subscribers to our Substack and can be found at NosAudietis.Substack.com.  Sponsors Full Pull Wines Watson's Counter This week's music: Perry Como - "Seattle", "RVIVR - "Ocean Song", Woody Guthrie - "Roll On Columbia", "Your Journey Begins" - OurMusicBox (Jay Man) (CC BY 4.0)

Craig Waibel took over as the Seattle Sounders' third-ever general manager during the MLS era about three months ago. Although he had previously served as the team's sporting director and as such played a significant role in the current roster build, he has put his fingerprints on the team in ways that fans don't usually see.  Most of Waibel's work has been done behind the scenes, attempting to rebuild an office culture that took a hit during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic that led to the Sounders going 100% remote.  One of the biggest aspects of Waibel's directive has been encouraging more in-person interaction that isn't necessarily a meeting. He keeps his office at Starfire Sports Complex rather spartan, with just a stick-figure picture that he drew himself as one of the only decorations. He says that's because he doesn't want it to feel like "his" office, as much as a place where he happens to work and anyone else is welcome to use it.  We sat down last week for an hourlong conversation, the first half of which can be found here. The other half of the interview is being made available only to paid-subscribers to our Substack and can be found at NosAudietis.Substack.com.  Sponsors Full Pull Wines Watson's Counter This week's music: Perry Como - "Seattle", "RVIVR - "Ocean Song", Woody Guthrie - "Roll On Columbia", "Your Journey Begins" - OurMusicBox (Jay Man) (CC BY 4.0)

Seattle Sounders FC General Manager Craig Waibel joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about the club losing in the Club World Cup this month, the changes for the team for 2023, how Heber factors into the roster, Raul Ruidiaz's health, and Garth Lagerwey.

Seattle Sounders FC General Manager Craig Waibel joins Dave Softy Mahler to talk about the club losing in the Club World Cup this month, the changes for the team for 2023, how Heber factors into the roster, Raul Ruidiaz's health, and Garth Lagerwey.

In this weeks episode of Circling Seattle Sports on Converge, Charles goes over the Seahawks big comeback win over the Rams, the Kraken win streak hitting 7-games before being dashed by the Panthers, the 2023 Storm schedule released, the Reign re-signing Marley Canales, the Seawolves adding two big signings, the Sounders announcing Craig Waibel as their new general manager and so much more! Tune in for the most complete coverage of ALL of Seattle's Professional sports teams Check out Circling Seattle Sports! Check out the website: https://charleshamaker.wixsite.com/csspodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3IDad4tGmXJMRUJE27hPhd... Anchor: https://anchor.fm/chamaker23 Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../circling.../id1495589940 Follow us on Instagram: @Circlingseattlesports Follow us on Twitter: @CirclingSports Reddit: u/CirclingSeattleSport

In this weeks episode of Circling Seattle Sports on Converge, Charles goes over the Seahawks big comeback win over the Rams, the Kraken win streak hitting 7-games before being dashed by the Panthers, the 2023 Storm schedule released, the Reign re-signing Marley Canales, the Seawolves adding two big signings, the Sounders announcing Craig Waibel as their new general manager and so much more! Tune in for the most complete coverage of ALL of Seattle's Professional sports teams Check out Circling Seattle Sports! Check out the website: https://charleshamaker.wixsite.com/csspodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3IDad4tGmXJMRUJE27hPhd?si=AmKrgu4gQFO-ELMjJMv2vQ Anchor: https://anchor.fm/chamaker23 Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/circling-seattle-sports/id1495589940 Follow us on Instagram: @Circlingseattlesports Follow us on Twitter: @CirclingSports Reddit: u/CirclingSeattleSport --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/chamaker23/message

On this episode of Side x Side, Brad Evans breaks down the World Cup action thus far with Keely Dunning, including the USMNT advancing into the Round of 16. The US faces off against Netherlands at 7am PT, so make sure to tune in or visit the Armory for a Sounders FC watch party. In breaking club news, the Sounders have named Craig Waibel as General Manager and Chief Soccer Officer. He sat down with Steve Zakuani to talk the new role and his own personal history with soccer in the Pacific Northwest. 

Craig Waibel was officially introduced as the third general manager in the Sounders' MLS history this week. We give our first impressions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian Schmetzer, Seattle Sounders Head Coach, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the ongoing World Cup including the performances so far by the United States and knockout round next and the promotion of Craig Waibel to General Manager.

Garth Lagerwey is out as the Sounders GM and was very quickly replaced by Craig Waibel, who joined the team about 18 months ago. We feel like this is a solid move, but understand that a lot of fans would like to see some proof. This week's music: Perry Como - "Seattle", "RVIVR - "Ocean Song", Woody Guthrie - "Roll On Columbia", "Your Journey Begins" - OurMusicBox (Jay Man) (CC BY 4.0) Thanks to James Woollard, Sounders Public Address Announcer, for doing sponsor reads. You can follow him on Twitter at @BritVoxUS - if you're looking for a British Voice to advertise your business or non-profit, please reach out to him.

Garth Lagerwey is out as the Sounders GM and was very quickly replaced by Craig Waibel, who joined the team about 18 months ago. We feel like this is a solid move, but understand that a lot of fans would like to see some proof. This week's music: Perry Como - "Seattle", "RVIVR - "Ocean Song", Woody Guthrie - "Roll On Columbia", "Your Journey Begins" - OurMusicBox (Jay Man) (CC BY 4.0) Thanks to James Woollard, Sounders Public Address Announcer, for doing sponsor reads. You can follow him on Twitter at @BritVoxUS - if you're looking for a British Voice to advertise your business or non-profit, please reach out to him.

Garth Lagerwey is out as the Sounders GM and was very quickly replaced by Craig Waibel, who joined the team about 18 months ago. We feel like this is a solid move, but understand that a lot of fans would like to see some proof. This week's music: Perry Como - "Seattle", "RVIVR - "Ocean Song", Woody Guthrie - "Roll On Columbia", "Your Journey Begins" - OurMusicBox (Jay Man) (CC BY 4.0) Thanks to James Woollard, Sounders Public Address Announcer, for doing sponsor reads. You can follow him on Twitter at @BritVoxUS - if you're looking for a British Voice to advertise your business or non-profit, please reach out to him.

Tonight on Sounders Weekly, Jackson Felts looks ahead to the CONCACAF Champions League Final second leg at Lumen Field on Wednesday against Pumas with Garth Lagerwey, Craig Waibel, Jordan Morris, and Kelyn Rowe.

Tonight on Sounders Weekly, Jackson Felts is joined by General Manager Garth Lagerwey to provide injury updates to offensive stars, Craig Waibel to discuss his role as Sporting Director, Andrew Harvey with Sixty Seconds in the South Sound, and Richard Fleming to preview Wednesday's match against the Colorado Rapids.

On this week's show, we remember Seattle soccer legend and former Sounders player and coach Jimmy Gabriel, including memories and anecdotes from Brian Schmetzer, Garth Lagerwey, Craig Waibel, Frank Macdonald, Pete Fewing, Wade Webber, Danny Jackson, and Jeff Bechtold.

Tonight on Sounders Weekly, Jackson Felts catches up with midfielder Kelyn Rowe plus talks all things Tacoma Defiance and OL Reign with Andrew Harvey. Then we remember Seattle soccer legend and former Sounders player and coach Jimmy Gabriel, including memories and anecdotes from Brian Schmetzer, Garth Lagerwey, Craig Waibel, Frank Macdonald, Pete Fewing, Wade Webber, Danny Jackson, and Jeff Bechtold.

In this week's Sounders Weekly, Jackson Felts recaps all the changes over the last five months during the off-season, then General Manger Garth Lagerwey joins the show to discuss all the changes including Craig Waibel, the coaching staff contracts, Fredy Montero's return, Nicolas Lodeiro's injury, and much more.

In episode 8... - Jeff Cassar interview- End of Cassar era- Craig Waibel takes over- Truth behind Javier Morales departure- Old guard to the new- Cassar's first comments since RSL firing + more