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Former US Men's National Team midfielder Benny Feilhaber joins the Modern Soccer Coach Podcast for an in-depth conversation on creativity, player development, and the future of soccer in the United States. Growing up in Brazil before moving to America, Benny offers a unique perspective on why creative players emerge in certain environments, the role of futsal and unstructured play, and whether the United States can develop more technically gifted players without replicating other football cultures. We also discuss: ⚽ The creativity debate in American soccer

American soccer isn't failing because of talent — it's failing because of access. In Part 2 of The Interview Sessions, Kevin L. Warren and co-host Dorian "The D.A." Albritton go deeper with Alex Lubyansky — former University of Michigan goalkeeper, European club operator, M&A attorney, and Head Coach/GM of Detroit Metro FC.This one goes straight at the system: promotion/relegation and why it builds accountability, the real reason pro/rel "won't work" in MLS, USL's 2028 pro/rel plan, the truth about pay-to-play and "fully funded" academies, and a full 2026 FIFA World Cup breakdown — Team USA's Group D path against Paraguay, Australia and Türkiye, the new third-place advancement format, plus Mexico, Canada's Jesse Marsch, Brazil, and why Japan is a legitimate dark horse.⭐ HIGHLIGHTED CHAPTER

Eddie Garrison hosts tonight’s Indiana Sports Talk, as Coach Bob Lovell is out for summer vacation. Greg Rakestraw calls in to report on Indy Eleven’s fifth consecutive win tonight. Their women’s team has also had a successful season. Rakestraw shares the differences between the Women’s division of the USL and the Men’s division. With the World Cup getting closer and closer, Greg gives us more info on what we should be prepared for.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rhode Island FC get set to take on USL 1 opponents Westchester SC in Prinx Tires Cup action on the weekend. Can RIFC turn their fortunes around in time to find a path to advance in tournament play? Will Westchester SC finally find a spark to kickoff a rather tepid season so far or have the USL Script writers already penned this as a draw that nobody wants to think about?

It's a full Wall Pass Wednesday on SDH AMWe start with Cupdates on fake gear in Toronto, Decatur Watchfest updates, and Haiti on the pitchThen, we hear from the USMNT in training and the USWNT in BrazilMLSSoccer.com's Dylan Butler looks at the IFAB rule changes for the World CupPlus, news from Europe, rumors, and updates from the USL

Buffalo Pro Soccer is putting off the launch of its USL franchise for a 2nd time. President Peter Marlette Jr. is optimistic and explains the decision.

Reaction Monday kicks off another week at SDH AMWe look in-depth at the USMNT win over Senegal in Charlotte with post-match sound from Mauricio Pochettino929TheGame's Abe Gordon and Soccer For US Pod's Bart Keeler break it all down plus we have all your team cupdates (Iraq, South Aftrica)Also, a big weekend for ATLUTD at MLS NEXT Cup- we have highlightsAnd a champ is named in the USL Super League- highlights there as well

In her rookie season in the Super League, Lexington SC left back Ally Brown is already getting the reputation of being one of the best in the league.We look at her season, the run-in, and the title match with Carolina Ascent Saturday night.

It's an even-stackier than stacked Freestyle Friday on SDH AMWe check in with the USMNT- Arfsten, Ream, Weah, Balogun, and McKennie break down camp so far and what it meant to find out they were a part of the squadBeyond Goals Mentoring's Michael Parkhurst on mentoring, its challenges, and repping the stars and barsLexington SC left back Ally Brown stops by as they prepare for the Super League title match tomorrow against Carolina AscentA special guest hops in before catching a red eye to the East Coast andPulso Sports/Sounder at Heart's Niko Moreno talks MLS and Boca Juniors plus your AM news

The visual identity of a soccer club is more than a commercial asset; it is a direct reflection of local pride and collective memory. When teams rely on generic templates or superficial branding, they miss a critical window to anchor themselves into the cultural fabric of their community. Managing Director Wes Harris sits down with kit collector and analyst Gage Dunson to explore how jersey design serves as a powerful medium for regional storytelling.We get into the tactical mechanics of building an authentic club brand from the ground up, tracing Dunson's evolution from a casual viewer to housing a curated collection of 184 jerseys. The conversation covers the distinct creative freedom found within USL design ecosystems compared to MLS constraints, the emergence of localized art deco and landmark patterns, and the logistical realities of international apparel supply chains. Dunson breaks down his unique evaluation framework, detailing why a controversial aesthetic succeeds if it honors local lore, and shares the profound impact of the historic Marshall Islands kit debut right in Northwest Arkansas.The deeper reality of sports merchandise lies in the grueling friction between commercial scale and cultural authenticity. Developing a garment that resonates across fragmented municipalities requires moving past surface level aesthetics and embracing the specific, sometimes conflicting histories of a region. Listeners will walk away with a functional understanding of how deliberate design choices cultivate deep consumer loyalty and transform standard merchandise into a shared community banner.If you care about sports business, club branding, and soccer culture, you will get a lot from this episode. Please remember to subscribe to the channel and share this conversation with a fellow fan. We want to know your thoughts in the comments section below: What local landmark or piece of regional history does your club need to feature on its next jersey design?

It's a full Thursday Thoughts on SDH AMWe look at MLS news and reports on Atlanta United and Philadelphia UnionCarolina Ascent Head Coach/GM Philip Poole visits on their Gainbridge Super League title match in Lexington this weekendFuboTV's Nino Torres looks at the Copas, Pep Guardiola, and the World Cup Chronicles plus all the news from overnight and overseas...

Before Carolina Ascent heads to Lexington to challenge for the Super League title, Coach Poole drops by for a wide-ranging conversation on the season, philosophy, and growing Ascent to this point in the franchise's young history...

Jeff, Turner, and Aidan sit down to look back briefly at last weekend's USL & NWSL action before previewing a home doubleheader weekend for Louisville's pro soccer team! Plus, a case is made for LouCity-Rowdies as the defining rivalry of the USL Championship & we even talk a little World Cup.

Send us Fan MailCollege soccer is about to change in ways that will hit everyone on match day: referees, coaches, players, and the people in the stands wondering why the game has stopped again. After sharing a personal weekend at the brand-new U.S. Soccer National Training Center, including the eye-opening mechanics of officiating deaf and power wheelchair matches, we bring on one of the best voices to explain what's coming next for the NCAA.John Collins, the NCAA national coordinator of soccer officials and a professional assessor across MLS, NWSL, and USL, walks us through the biggest NCAA soccer rules changes. We dig into the move to a coach-initiated video review challenge system, what incidents are actually reviewable, and why replay in college can be painfully slow without a full VAR team, dedicated replay operators, and a deep set of camera angles. John also breaks down why the fourth official becomes even more important now, how substitution opportunities shift when the clock is stopped, and what the optional Video Match Official role could mean for the future.We also tackle the men's Division I fall-spring calendar proposal, the student-athlete wellness case behind it, and the ripple effects on referee scheduling, development, and opportunity across all divisions. We wrap with the cultural hold of the countdown clock, plus discipline updates like simplifying violent behavior categories and new bench decorum accountability that puts staff cautions onto the head coach's accumulation. If you care about NCAA soccer officiating, video review, coach challenges, and the direction of the college game, this is the roadmap. Subscribe, share with your referee crew, and leave a review with your take on coach challenges and replay time.Support the show

The USL Show's Kaylor Hodges drops by SDH AM to look at the last 30 days across all leaguesThere's a title game approaching, a team in the same league leaving, a showdown in USL Championship, and some new sides hanging in there so far...

Tuesday Thoughts covers all levels of soccer for SDH AMWe look at the week that was in MLS with stops in Philly and PortlandCanada Soccer signs an extension with their coach for the next cycleThe USL Show's Kaylor Hodges looks at the month in USL- from Spokane to Tampa and Lexington for a title match this weekendPlus, a John Textor-adjacent Botafogo update

The Vermont senate advances a bill to reform the state's homelessness policies; Advocates for foster youth in Vermont say the Department for Children and Families should not be taking a portion of their federal benefits to pay for the cost of foster care; A Vermont man held at a private prison in Mississippi died while being held in segregation;the regional grocery chain Healthy Living is challenging a vote by workers to unionize; the defending USL-2 champions Vermont Green FC play their home opener against Albany tonight; Plus…a woman talks about the bonds she formed caring for Jersey cows on her farm. 

Zephyr FC's 2025-2026 season will be their last in the USL Super League. In the most emotional, cathartic, and therapeutic episode we've ever recorded, Benji Wade and Mike Pellicio use all five stages of grief to process the announcement that Spokane Zephyr FC will not return to the Super League in 2026. They reflect on the club's final match and the heartbreak of watching a team fall one point short of the playoffs before everything changed. The conversation dives into the realities facing the ENTIRETY of the Super League, attendance struggles, league structure, travel, ownership, media coverage, and what the Spokane situation says about the state of professional soccer in America, not just WoSo. This episode is also about grieving. It's about rupture and the need for repair. So come on in! Join us as we try to figure out what Zephyr FC has meant to us for the last 2.5 years and where go from here as supporters and members of this community. CHAPTERS:(00:00) - Grief, emotions & thanking the Zephyr players(05:18) - Zephyr's final match: 4-0 win against Brooklyn(08:28) - The playoff push: 13 points from the final 5 games(15:29) - USL Spokane announces the club is ending(24:28) - ANGER at the USL system, instability & league structure(35:26) - Coaching, player development & what Zephyr did right(44:12) - Spokane soccer fans, media & frustration with the response(53:10) - Grief, guilt, and asking: “Did we do enough?”(58:49) - Unforgettable memories, Zephyr players, and what they meant to Spokane(01:07:51) - Acceptance, accountability, and: What happens next?--

It's another in a week of going long on SDH AMWe continue our Red Clay wrap-ups with visits to GMC Prep and Holy InnocentsJoel Gould, GM of Decatur FC in the WPSL, previews the seasonFubo TV's Nino Torres talks Portugal, Copas, and the World Cup while Sounder at Heart/Pulso Sports Niko Moreno talks MLSColumbus Crew PBP voice Chris Doran looks at a long week for Crew and he and Jon preview Atlanta United's Sunday tripPlus, AM news in Europe, CONCACAF, the EFL, and USL

Bay-to-Bay Futbol is your weekly Bay Area football show covering MLS, NWSL, USL, NPSL and the wider Northern California soccer scene — from the San Jose Earthquakes and Bay FC to Oakland Roots FC, Monterey Bay FC, Sacramento Republic FC, SF City FC and more.This week:⚡ The Quakes hit a wall with TWO brutal late-game losses

Episode 155 | DP & McGhee return with an episode that crosses the worlds of sports business, global football, media strategy, and storytelling. Before sitting down with an acclaimed filmmaker, David and Tim break down several headline-making developments—from naming rights and Premier League shakeups to sports documentaries and evolving TV metrics.

Brando Babini started Youth 4 Youth FC when he was 16 after realizing his own soccer path was changing. Instead of walking away from the game, he built something for the players coming next.Eric Kasimov talks with Brando about player-led development, college soccer recruiting, pay-to-play, MLS, the World Cup, parents, leadership, and why young players need mentorship from people who have lived the journey.Topics covered:Why Brando started Youth 4 Youth FCWhat player-led mentorship looks like in youth soccerHow college soccer recruiting is changingWhy goalkeepers face a difficult pathThe impact of international players on domestic recruitingWhy pay-to-play remains a major problemHow players can take ownership of their journeyWhy street soccer and culture still matterChapters00:00 — Brando Babini, Youth 4 Youth FC, and building while at Brown00:50 — Starting Youth 4 Youth at 1602:15 — A winding recruiting journey and choosing a different soccer path03:23 — When the pro dream shifts into something else04:13 — What Brando wished existed when he was younger05:05 — Street soccer, Nike, and expression beyond exposure05:45 — College soccer recruiting and the transfer portal07:00 — International players and eligibility questions08:00 — Protecting the domestic player pathway08:36 — The goalkeeper recruiting problem11:26 — Building a better domestic soccer system12:00 — MLS, USL, and the future of soccer in the U.S.14:13 — Charlotte FC, accessibility, and the live soccer experience16:20 — Where MLS fits compared to global leagues19:13 — How the World Cup can change U.S. soccer20:00 — Breaking pay-to-play barriers23:08 — Showcases, costs, and why talent should be free to show24:00 — Profit incentives, player development, and investment27:00 — Subsidizing players and creating access28:00 — Game time, competition, and player development31:20 — Parents, pressure, and letting players own the journey34:05 — Scaling Youth 4 Youth through regions36:10 — Brown University, professors, and entrepreneurial flexibility38:00 — Why college can still matter40:30 — Leadership, teammates, and mental toughness43:00 — Internal control and handling adversity47:00 — Content, visibility, and Youth 4 Youth's growth49:00 — Nike Toma, street soccer, and culture51:00 — Messi, Ronaldo, the Premier League, and global soccer52:50 — Best players in the world today54:38 — World Cup predictions and the U.S. path57:00 — How to find Youth 4 Youth FCConnect with Brando Babini | Youth 4 Youth FC Brando Babini on LinkedIn | InstagramYouth 4 Youth FCConnect with Eric & SportsEpreneurSportsEpreneur.com | X | LinkedInEric on LinkedIn | XRelated SportsEpreneur ContentWhen Merit Gets Messy: College Recruiting in Soccer, Hockey, and LacrosseThe State of Youth SportsCollege Recruiting Tips For International Student-AthletesThe Real Cost of Youth Sports in 2026: What Families Actually SpendSoccer Content by SportsEpreneurThe Pressure Placed on Kids in Youth SportsNIL Rules in 2026: What Athletes, Families, and Coaches Need to KnowHigh School Athletes and NIL: The Future of Youth SportsMake Youth Sports Fun Again

Taimu Okiuyoshi reminds us all that sometimes belief in one's self is a hard thing to stop...We catch up with him in Brooklyn as he's getting regular reps for Marlon Leblanc and Brian McBride in USL Championship.He talks about his decisions along the way, what led him to his current club, and how he embodies everything he learned from his time at Marshall... 

Send us Fan MailBall Watching hosts, Jake Koenig and Justin Graham, kick off the "Road to '26" interview series with a foundational figure in American soccer, Francisco Carlos. As the founder of what became the United Soccer League (USL) and a 2024 National Soccer Hall of Fame inductee, Francisco provides a masterclass on how the "machine" of the American game was built from the ground up.In this conversation, we dive into:The $15 Investment: How a simple idea and a trip to City Hall in 1986 birthed the Southwest Indoor Soccer League (SISL), the precursor to today's USL.The Architect's Journey: From arriving in the U.S. from Portugal at 16 to his time at Hartwick College, where he balanced the pitch with student journalism and radio, shaping his future in sports PR and publishing.Building the Pyramid: Francisco discusses his role in creating a multi-tiered league system, including the first national youth leagues (Super Y) and the W-League for women, and why the "pyramid" is essential for soccer to thrive in cities like Des Moines and Boise.1994 vs. 2026: Reflections on how the 1994 World Cup redefined the sport's trajectory and what he anticipates for the 2026 tournament, including concerns about ticket prices and the "sheer magnitude" of the event.The Business of "Soccer Wars": Candid thoughts on the friction between competing leagues (MLS and USL) in the same markets, citing examples like St. Louis and Austin, and the need for a unified "soccer family" in the U.S.Lamar Hunt and Legacy: Stories from his time working with Lamar Hunt and the importance of instilling a "24/7 football culture" across the country.Whether you're a tactical nerd or a business-of-sports enthusiast, this episode traces the legacy of American soccer through the lens of one of its most influential builders.Follow the show on X and/or Instagram (@BallWatchingSTL)! Find our guest interviews and all episodes in video form on YouTube by searching https://www.youtube.com/@ballwatchingSTL. Be sure to hit subscribe and turn notifications on!Hoffmann Brothers is the 2025 presenting sponsor of Ball Watching! Headquartered right here in St. Louis for over 40 years, Hoffmann Brothers is a full-service residential & commercial provider, providing Heating, Air Conditioning, Plumbing, Drains, Sewer, Water Heaters, Duct Cleaning, Electrical and Appliance Repair services. Visit them online at hoffmannbros.com!Make The Pitch Athletic Club & Tavern (thepitch-stl.com) your St. Louis CITY SC pregame and postgame destination for all your food and drink needs! Tell them your friends at Ball Watching sent you... Shop in-store or online at Series Six (seriessixcompany.com) and receive a 15% discount  on all orders storewide using code "BALLWATCHING" at checkout!

For decades, San Diego has been a hotbed of soccer, but mostly the indoor kind. The San Diego Sockers have captured multiple championships in the MISL and MASL, but outdoor soccer was merely a plausible project. The short-lived success of the San Diego Loyal in the USL bred the fertile grounds for the San Diego Wave in NWSL and the firestorm first season for San Diego FC. Already SDFC have set seismic records in MLS, capturing the Western Conference crown in their first season. However, the second season has started with a bit of reality—Hirving Lozano's backstage fiascos have sidelined him, causing a drag on the team's momentum, and injuries have pulled SDFC closer to the bottom of the table. As FC Cincinnati prepares for their first trip to "America's Finest City", we sit down with Craig Elsten, one of San Diego's most experienced play-by-play men and podcaster for The Chromaniacs. How has the city embraced SDFC after the Loyal's rise and fall? What worked so well for SDFC in the inaugural season, and how can that magic be replicated on Saturday? Tune in and trade threads with us! #MLS #FCCincinnati #soccer Become a Patron! Subscribe to Cincinnati Soccer Talk Don't forget you can now download and subscribe to Cincinnati Soccer Talk on iTunes today! The podcast can also be found on Stitcher Smart Radio now. We're also available in the Google Play Store and NOW ON SPOTIFY! As always we'd love your feedback about our podcast! You can email the show at feedback@cincinnatisoccertalk.com. We'd love for you to join us on our Facebook page as well! Like us at Facebook.com/CincinnatiSoccerTalk.

Former professional goalkeeper Jeff Attinella sits down with Josh Duder to discuss his career, the state of American soccer, and his current work with the Tampa Bay Rowdies in the USL.

A new season of Annapolis Blues soccer is also most here! Sam Huston and Hiram Wainwright are back in the studio, and they're kicking off the new season with the gaffer. Annapolis Blues FC head coach Colin Herriot comes into the studio to break down Year 1 in USL 2, what he learned, and what this club is building toward in 2026. They get into the moments that defined last season — the four-games-in-eight-days grind, the road losses that hurt, and why the boys walking across the field to thank a handful of travelling supporters after a brutal week said everything about who this group is. Coach Herriot talks about a 36-man roster built depth-first, recruiting to a profile from goalkeeper to striker, and why a Chesapeake Division that just added three new clubs is only going to make everyone better. There's also a winter trip to Rio, a conversation about tactical cycles and modern football identity, and a genuine belief that the connection between this team and this city is something worth protecting — and building on. We're drinking Navy Hill tequila soda — women-owned out of Richmond, VA, and great for the parking lot, Hiram's drinking a hint of lime. Sam's on grapefruit. Season 4 tastes good. Up the Blues.

Bay-to-Bay Futbol is your weekly Bay Area football show covering MLS, NWSL, USL, NPSL and the wider Northern California soccer scene — from the San Jose Earthquakes and Bay FC to Oakland Roots FC, Monterey Bay FC, Sacramento Republic FC, SF City FC and more.This week:⚡ The Quakes stay top of MLS — but the injuries are piling up fast

Are the Spurs and Thunder set for an extended rivalry? What's next for the 76ers and Joel Embiid? When will the Steelers say no more. Ted Lasso striker in the USL? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Special Edition: The Future of MLS Next Pro Jason is on the road to Pawtucket, Rhode Island for a live Morning Kick Around at Centreville Bank Stadium — so rather than leave you hanging, he's crossing the streams. This episode features the full Morning Kick Around interview with Eben Novy-Williams, deputy editor at Sportico, on KKR's blockbuster investment in MLS Next Pro through the newly formed Hometown Soccer Holdings. Jason and co-host Rob Kerr dig into what it all means for the soccer wars, lower-division soccer in America, MLS valuations, the Vancouver Whitecaps crisis, and what the World Cup might — or might not — do for the game's long-term trajectory. TIMESTAMPS: [0:00:28] — Welcome & road trip intro: Jason heads to Pawtucket for Morning Kick Around live at Centreville Bank Stadium, Rhode Island FC vs. Tampa Bay Rowdies, May 9th [0:01:02] — Check out Morning Kick Around on YouTube: youtube.com/@MorningKickAround [0:03:35] — Support the show at patreon.com/thebestsoccershow — World Cup content incoming for Besties, plus Wednesday office hours and the Bestie Slack [0:05:00] — Interview begins: Eben Novy-Williams, deputy editor at Sportico, joins Jason and Rob Kerr [0:05:46] — Why KKR? MLS launched Next Pro in 2022 with a minor league baseball vision — teams in non-MLS cities building a full pyramid. Four years in, most clubs treated it as a sunk cost, not a business. KKR changes that calculus. [0:07:12] — The moat strategy: MLS wants to control the entire pro soccer pyramid in the U.S. — and this deal widens the moat against USL considerably. [0:09:03] — KKR's timeline is likely five years. They want to build the commercial structure, prove the concept, grow the league, then find a successor. From MLS's side, this is Next Pro 2.0. [0:11:25] — The real estate angle: soccer stadium investment in mid-sized cities is as much about surrounding land development as the sport itself — just like minor league baseball. [0:19:33] — A quiet rule change: US Soccer dropped the required controlling ownership stake from 35% to 15%, opening the door to bigger consortiums and more institutional investment across all pro divisions. [0:22:18] — World Cup reality check: hotel bookings are flat, the ticketing process has been a mess, and once the tournament ends, MLS loses its biggest sales pitch. What does the league look like in the rearview mirror? [0:25:44] — Valuation tension: every MLS team is roughly in the top 50 most valuable soccer clubs globally. No pro/rel and a salary cap create cost certainty investors love — but fans see a ceiling on quality. [0:27:00] — The two-tier ownership problem: some owners paid under a million dollars for their clubs. New owners paid $500M. Those groups see the league's future very differently. [0:28:00] — Grant Gustafson and the Vancouver situation: Eben confirms the Gustafson family (Public Storage heirs, Kentucky thoroughbred farm) are the main Vegas-connected group in talks. Phoenix and Indianapolis also mentioned as relocation candidates. [0:34:45] — Find Eben's work at sportico.com and on X at @Novi_Williams Support the Show Join the Bestie community at patreon.com/thebestsoccershow for Wednesday office hours with Jason, bonus podcast feeds, World Cup content, and the Bestie Slack. Or just share the show with a friend — it all helps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode of Insert Name FC, Hector Flores dives into some of the biggest talking points across North American and world football. First, it's all eyes on Vancouver as the Whitecaps face existential uncertainty—will stadium woes and franchise model pitfalls force a move to Las Vegas or Phoenix? Hector Flores breaks down the financial, cultural, and community impacts, drawing comparisons to other teams that have relocated throughout American sports history and reflecting on what it means for fans. Next, the show takes a close look at the USL's push for promotion and relegation and the realities behind the league's new CBA: can player conditions catch up with their on-field ambitions? Hector Flores talks about minimum salaries, contract protections, and why player protests matter. The La Liga rumor mill heats up as Real Madrid is once again linked with José Mourinho—a move Hector Flores is less than thrilled about. Why does the “special one” no longer fit at the Bernabéu? Plus, Player of the Week honors, must-watch matches (El Clásico, Old Firm Derby, and key playoff legs), and a Give and Go card game reveal—find out what Skittles have to do with Sunday league pregame rituals. Finally, Hector Flores shares a personal update about moving and what it could mean for the podcast schedule in the weeks ahead. Tune in for community and club talk, sharp insights, nostalgia, and a candid look at the ongoing identity crisis of soccer in North America.   0:00:00 – Intro 0:48:00 – USL player conditions, collective bargaining agreement (CBA) negotiations, and contract protections 1:00:00 – Mourinho to Real Madrid rumors and why it's a bad idea; manager candidates discussion 1:06:00 – Players of the week, upcoming matches to watch, and updates on league races 1:12:00 – Jersey bet update, Premier League and La Liga storylines, and final fixture previews 1:18:00 – Give and Go segment: personal pregame ritual and episode wrap-up/housekeeping

Buenas noches! We're back to talk Saturday's Instant Classic: SAFC's dramatic 3-3 tie with Colorado Springs at home. Smoke in the air, rivalry on the field, and in the end a crazy tie. We also go around USL and preview the next two games against Phoenix and One Knoxville (USL Cup). Finally, we preview Group D of the World Cup, starring the USA. We'll be back in two weeks in time for the team's return home to play Sacramento. Enjoy!

It's a busy Tuesday Thoughts on SDH AMCharlotte FC play-by-play voice Will Palaszczuk joins for the Open Cup preview against Atlanta UnitedSportico's Kurt Badenhausen joins to talk about the 50 Most Valuable Soccer Teams worldwideThe USL Show's Kaylor Hodges recaps the month in USL- Super League, USL-C, and League OnePlus your news and latest out of Vancouver, Madrid, and Atlanta

The USL Show's Kaylor Hodges breaks down the USL over the last 30 daysThe Super League is crowdedUSL Championship is crowded in bost the East and West USL League One has almost a dozen teams split by a good week on the pitchPlus, the concerns he has for some teams early on

Rhode Island FC is back in action after taking the weekend off to face the Charleston Battery midweek at Centreville Bank Stadium before heading into yet another El Clamico against Hartford Athletic in the Prinx Cup on the weekend. We're going to get listeners ready for the game and talk shop around USL.#RIFC #RhodeIslandFC #Defiance1636 #USL #NewEnglandSoccer #AnchorsUp #USL #USLChampionship #USLLeagueOne #USLSoccer #LowerLeagueSoccer #AmericanSoccer #SoccerInTheUSA #SoccerPodcast #USLPodcast #PodcastRecommendations #SupportLocalSoccer #SupportLocalClubs #GrowTheGame #ProRelForUSA #GrassrootsSoccer #USSoccer #ThisIsUSL #AnchorsUp #WickedGoodSoccer #RIFCPodcast #TheBeautifulGame #WatchParty #SoccerWatchParty #GameDayVibes #USOC #USOpenCup #NERevs #HartfordAthletic #ONEHARTBEAT

It's a jammed Wall Pass Wednesday on SDH AMWe catch you up on Open Cup, CONCACAF, UCL, and some of the matchups inside the day with highlights and previewsGuests includeCharlotte Independence head coach Mike JeffriesUPSL EVP Nick WebsterMLSSoccer.com's Dylan ButlerChattanooga FC play-by-play Gabe SchrayRichmond Kickers Chairman Rob Ukrop

Stuck in the Atlanta airport waiting on a connection, Apple TV's Devon Kerr helps jon open a gift package on SDH AM from Lexington SC and previews his call in Kansas City against San Jose on Saturday night

It's a stacked preview of the weekend for SDH AMGreg Garza visits talking mentoring and carriage of your personality since you never know who you may influenceDevon Kerr visits after missing a plane to talk Lexington SC and San Jose-Sporting KCSteve Cangialosi visits on Charlotte hosting NashvilleSounder at Heart/Pulso Sports Niko Moreno calls from the road to look at Seattle, the Western Conference, and other heavyweight matchups plus a weekend preview 

Send us Fan MailIn today's episode, I'm chatting with Amy Schweizer. Amy is a USMC military spouse of 15 years, mom to three boys, and an expert in youth sports development. She has played soccer for over 20 years, culminating with being a member of the Cincinnati Ladyhawks of the USL. She is the Founder and Owner of Tiny Troops Soccer, a developmental program for children ages 2-5 with 35 locations worldwide. She loves creating physical activity programs that benefit the overall well-being of military children, families, and the surrounding communities. She is also a passionate advocate for military spouse employment. Her first book - I Will Be Okay - Adventures of a Military Kid - was selected as the 2021 Inspirational Leader of the Year by The Rosie Network. If you are interested in grabbing a copy or a few of I Will Be Okay - Adventures of a Military Kid, please connect with Amy at info@tinytroops.com. Episode Highlights:Navigating frequent moves while trying to build and maintain a career.The reality of parenting without nearby family support.How Tiny Troops Soccer started from a personal need.Why early childhood movement and play matter so much.Building a business that can move with military life.Supporting military kids through transition and change.Advocacy for military spouse employment and flexible career paths.Encouragement for military spouses trying to build something of their own.Connect with Amy:InstagramFacebookWebsiteBooks and authors mentioned in the episode:Winter Garden by Kristin HannahBook FlightTraction by Gino WickhamProfit First by Mike MichalowiczA Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. MaasNever Lie by Freida McFadden✨ Find Your Next Great Read! We just hit 175 episodes of Bookish Flights, and to celebrate, I created the Bookish Flights Roadmap — a guide to all 175 podcast episodes, sorted by genre to help you find your next great read faster.Explore it here → www.bookishflights.com/read/roadmapSupport the showBe sure to join the Bookish Flights community on social media. Happy listening!InstagramFacebookWebsite

The USL crew has made some big plans for when they're at the NFL Draft! Also, ESPN NFL Insider Dan Graziano joins the show to discuss all of the storylines coming out of the NFL Owners Meetings. Is AJ Brown going to be on the Eagles to start season? Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The USL crew has made some big plans for when they're at the NFL Draft! Also, ESPN NFL Insider Dan Graziano joins the show to discuss all of the storylines coming out of the NFL Owners Meetings. Is AJ Brown going to be on the Eagles to start season? Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The USL crew has made some big plans for when they're at the NFL Draft! Also, ESPN NFL Insider Dan Graziano joins the show to discuss all of the storylines coming out of the NFL Owners Meetings. Is AJ Brown going to be on the Eagles to start season? Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The USL crew has made some big plans for when they're at the NFL Draft! Also, ESPN NFL Insider Dan Graziano joins the show to discuss all of the storylines coming out of the NFL Owners Meetings. Is AJ Brown going to be on the Eagles to start season? Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The USL crew has made some big plans for when they're at the NFL Draft! Also, ESPN NFL Insider Dan Graziano joins the show to discuss all of the storylines coming out of the NFL Owners Meetings. Is AJ Brown going to be on the Eagles to start season? Plus, I'm Over It! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The clubs take some early time off for the sake of country. Time to take an international break and view the U.S. soccer landscape from 30,000 feet. As much as FC Cincinnati occupies a lot of our attention, the competitive environment has expanded greatly nationwide. Even in the Tri-State area has fortified itself since the MLS call-up. Lexington SC is splashing cash to challenge Lou City in USL Championship, Indiana's Fort Wayne FC made the jump to USL League One, and Forest City Cleveland will challenge for Ohio in the 2027 MLS Next Pro season. So how do the lower leagues look in 2026, both on the pitch and on the hangers? We've asked Brett Mullenix from KIT SZN and The USL Show to give us his general glance at lower-league coverage and pick out his favorite kits from the USL universe. (We are, after all, the "Jersey Swap" podcast for a reason.) Tune in and trade threads with us! #MLS #FCCincinnati #soccer Become a Patron! Subscribe to Cincinnati Soccer Talk Don't forget you can now download and subscribe to Cincinnati Soccer Talk on iTunes today! The podcast can also be found on Stitcher Smart Radio now. We're also available in the Google Play Store and NOW ON SPOTIFY! As always we'd love your feedback about our podcast! You can email the show at feedback@cincinnatisoccertalk.com. We'd love for you to join us on our Facebook page as well! Like us at Facebook.com/CincinnatiSoccerTalk.

Evan, Canty, & Michelle are celebrating Illinois breaking the USL curse by beating Houston 65-55 and advancing to the Elite 8. Why did Nebraska has four players on the court late in the game against Iowa? Will Wade is headed back to LSU just a few years after leaving the role amid NCAA and FBI investigation. Evan is still adamant that Myles Garrett no longer needs to be on the Browns. Why can't Tom Brady just stay happily retired? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan, Canty, & Michelle are celebrating Illinois breaking the USL curse by beating Houston 65-55 and advancing to the Elite 8. Why did Nebraska has four players on the court late in the game against Iowa? Will Wade is headed back to LSU just a few years after leaving the role amid NCAA and FBI investigation. Evan is still adamant that Myles Garrett no longer needs to be on the Browns. Why can't Tom Brady just stay happily retired? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan, Canty, & Michelle are celebrating Illinois breaking the USL curse by beating Houston 65-55 and advancing to the Elite 8. Why did Nebraska has four players on the court late in the game against Iowa? Will Wade is headed back to LSU just a few years after leaving the role amid NCAA and FBI investigation. Evan is still adamant that Myles Garrett no longer needs to be on the Browns. Why can't Tom Brady just stay happily retired? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan, Canty, & Michelle are celebrating Illinois breaking the USL curse by beating Houston 65-55 and advancing to the Elite 8. Why did Nebraska has four players on the court late in the game against Iowa? Will Wade is headed back to LSU just a few years after leaving the role amid NCAA and FBI investigation. Evan is still adamant that Myles Garrett no longer needs to be on the Browns. Why can't Tom Brady just stay happily retired? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan, Canty, & Michelle are celebrating Illinois breaking the USL curse by beating Houston 65-55 and advancing to the Elite 8. Why did Nebraska has four players on the court late in the game against Iowa? Will Wade is headed back to LSU just a few years after leaving the role amid NCAA and FBI investigation. Evan is still adamant that Myles Garrett no longer needs to be on the Browns. Why can't Tom Brady just stay happily retired? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices