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Brendan Burke Discusses the Importance of the Prinx Tires USL Cup to Hartford | USL All Access

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Wed, 9 Sep 2026 16:05:09 +0000

On the latest edition of USL All Access, Devon Kerr and Joe Malfa, filling in for Mike Watts, welcomed Hartford Athletic Head Coach and General Manager Brendan Burke and San Antonio FC midfielder Jorge Hernandez to the show ahead of Tuesday night’s Prinx Tires USL Cup Semifinal matches.

Malfa and Burke also spoke about what the USL Cup means to Hartford’s team and the fanbase as a whole, what goes into scouting future key players for his club, and how Antony Siaha has solidified himself as one of the USL Championship’s top goalkeepers. With Hernandez, Malfa, and the midfielder talked about what he learned in his time spent playing in Belgium, how he has become a veteran presence at only 25-years-old, and the importance of home-field advantage at Toyota Field. #usl #uslonyoutube #soccerliveshere

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00:00:00 - Introduction
00:01:25 - Tipping a Cap to the Tampa Bay Rowdies
00:07:42 - More Injuries for Louisville City FC
00:08:51 - Joe Malfa Interviews Hartford Athletic HC Brendan Burke
00:10:42 - Adapting Through Injuries to Grind Out Results
00:11:58 - Goalscoring Finally Clicking for Hartford
00:13:11 - Burke on Impact of Prinx Tires USL Cup
00:14:23 - Winning a Trophy Last Season
00:15:36 - Colorado Springs During and After Burke's Time
00:17:49 - Antony Siaha Maturing into the Championship's Best
00:19:03 - Scouting Barry Coffey
00:20:53 - Foreign Scouting to Grow USL Ecosystem
00:22:24 - Don't Sleep on San Antonio and Charleston
00:23:55 - Lessons from Last Season
00:26:36 - Devon Calls into the Show
00:28:55 - Joe Malfa Interviews Jorge Hernandez of San Antonio FC
00:29:45 - How USL Ecosystem has Changed Through Near a Decade of Hernandez's Career
00:32:03 - Growing as a Player Under Junior Gonzalez
00:33:25 - Taking His Career Overseas
00:34:53 - Returning to USL Championship
00:35:50 - Goals for the Rest of the Season
00:37:40 - Tight Western Conference
00:38:35 - Rapid Fire Questions
00:44:04 - Close

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Caleb Sewell of FC Tulsa and Fort Wayne FC’s Taig Healy Join the Show | USL All Access

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Wed, 2 Sep 2026 15:35:15 +0000

On the latest edition of USL All Access, Devon Kerr and Mike Watts welcome Caleb Sewell, FC Tulsa GM and Sporting Director, to talk about his recent long-term contract extension, his sustained success with Memphis 901 FC and Tulsa, making an impact in the community, plans for a new stadium, and a new deal for Head Coach Luke Spencer. They also welcomed Fort Wayne FC midfielder Taig Healy to discuss his college career, his growth in all aspects of the game in his first League One season, and maintaining confidence in his game.

Watts also discussed the recent player movement around the USL Championship, as well as how last week's slate of games and the upcoming schedule of matches have impacted and will impact the outlook of the season as it approaches its final stages. #usl #uslonyoutube #soccerliveshere

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Joe Malfa and Timothy Belin Discuss the State of the USL Championship Season | USL All Access

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 15:54:07 +0000

On the latest edition of USL All Access, Devon Kerr and Mike Watts welcome Joe Malfa, a USL Broadcast Analyst, to talk about FC Tulsa’s statement victory over Orange County SC, as well as a second guest, Timothy Belin, a writer for Birmingham Sports Media, to discuss Birmingham Legion FC’s season thus far in depth.

Watts and Malfa also discuss recent transfer news around the USL Championship as clubs prepare for the roster freeze and key games from the previous weekend, including Indy Eleven’s long-awaited victory over Louisville City FC and Detroit City FC’s impressive shutout of the Tampa Bay Rowdies. #usl #uslonyoutube #soccerliveshere

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00:00:00 - Introduction
00:04:12 - LIPAFC Rivalry Win for Indy and Transfer News
00:06:35 - Lexington SC Loanees to Other Clubs
00:09:15 - Arturo Ordoñez's History
00:10:57 - Chibuike “Chibi” Ukaegbu Makes MLS Move to Houston
00:17:44 - Joe Malfa Recaps Orange County SC vs. FC Tulsa
00:25:33 - Brooklyn FC vs. PIttsburgh Riverhounds SC Recap
00:28:02 - El Paso Locomotive FC Stays Hot
00:29:10 - Kris Shakes and New Mexico Hold On
00:31:00 - Timothy Belin Talks Birmingham Legion FC
00:32:28 - Jay Heaps' Changes in Birmingham
00:36:37 - Creating Chemistry with Talent
00:41:16 - First LIPAFC Win for Indy Since 2022
00:42:32 - Aodhan Quinn on Playoff Form
00:45:00 - Detroit CIty FC Shuts Out the Rowdies
00:47:40 - Player's Shield Race is Not Over
00:50:12 - Games to Watch This Weekend

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Tim Holt Discusses His Goals for Sacramento Republic FC’s Future | USL All Access

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:17:17 +0000

On the latest edition of USL All Access, Devon Kerr and Mike Watts welcome Tim Holt, Sacramento Republic FC President and General Manager, to the show to discuss the club's signing of Cal Jennings, one of the league’s legendary scorers, the remarkably competitive Western Conference, and aspirations for Sacramento’s new stadium construction, set to be completed in 2028.

Kerr and Watts, joined by Ricky Lopez-Espin, also discuss Colton Swan and JJ Williams' recent transfers outside of the USL, Lilian Ricol moving from Fort Wayne FC to San Antonio FC, and a recap of both the Prinx Tires USL Cup Quarterfinal matchups and the USL Championship games from the weekend. #usl #uslonyoutube #soccerliveshere

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00:00:00 - Introduction
00:02:00 - Cal Jennings Reunites with Neill Collins
00:05:51 - Colton Swan Transfers to Hibernian FC at End of Season
00:07:50 - JJ Williams Transfers to Hearts of Midlothian FC in Scotland
00:11:02 - RICOLAAAAA 🗣️
00:12:30 - Prinx Tires USL Cup Quarterfinals Recap
00:13:12 - Hartford Athletic Defeats Charlotte Independence
00:14:55 - San Antonio FC Wins Over Wildcard Miami FC
00:17:14 - Colorado Springs Bests Spokane
00:18:19 - The Tampa Bay vs. Louisville City Rematch
00:21:16 - Prinx Tires USL Cup Semifinals Preview
00:22:56 - What Stands Out About This Season's Cup?
00:27:32 - Tim Holt, Sacramento Republic FC President & GM Joins the Show
00:28:33 - Cal Jennings Returns to USL Championship
00:30:45 - Holt on Talent and Parity in Western Conference
00:34:03 - Intent to Join USL Premier
00:37:10 - The Power of Local Ownership
00:39:17 - An Ambitious New Stadium in Sacramento
00:43:46 - Rapid Fire Questions
00:49:56 - Ricky Lopez-Espin Joins the Show
00:50:30 - Ring Night in Pittsburgh
00:53:50 - Orange County SC Nearly Scares Louisville City FC
00:57:29 - Ricky's View of the Playoff Picture
00:58:27 - Loudoun United's Sneaky Good Roster
00:59:13 - Western Conference Up for Grabs
01:01:14 - Ricky on Calling Games with Mike Watts
01:02:03 - Close

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Statement Wins Across USL Championship, Prinx Tires USL Cup Quarterfinal Preview | USL All Access

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:20:27 +0000

On the latest episode of USL All Access, Mike Watts and Devon Kerr deeply analyze the four matchups in the Prinx Tires USL Cup Quarterfinal, discuss key victories from the Tampa Bay Rowdies, Lexington SC, and New Mexico United in the previous week of USL Championship action, Phoenix Rising FC’s signing of Juan David Torres, and also talk about Danny Vitiello’s legacy as one of the league’s most legendary goalkeepers. #usl #uslonyoutube #soccerliveshere

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00:00:00 - Introduction
00:02:55 - Phoenix Signs Juan David Torres
00:13:15 - Congrats to Sean McAuley and Danny Vitiello
00:14:57 - Ethan Bartlow to the Rowdies
00:16:27 - Another Massive Tampa Bay Rowdies Win
00:19:59 - Lexington SC Making a Run
00:22:41 - Let's Talk About New Mexico
00:28:50 - Golden Boot Race
00:30:05 - Rest of Week 23 Results
00:31:22 - Postponements and Schedule for Birmingham
00:33:18 - Prinx Tires USL Cup Preview
00:34:12 - Battle of Opposites: Charlotte vs. Hartford
00:37:25 - Tampa Bay vs. Louisville City Rematch
00:42:42 - San Antonio FC vs. Miami FC
00:45:03 - Spokane Hosts Colorado Springs
00:47:10 - Semifinals Redraw Discussion
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New Mexico’s Cristian Nava Reflects on His Inspiring Journey | USL All Access

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Wed, 5 Aug 2026 17:15:37 +0000

On the latest episode of USL All Access, Mike Watts and Joe Malfa, filling in for Devon Kerr, welcome New Mexico United midfielder Cristian Nava to the show to discuss how he restarted his career after two ACL surgeries, the importance of his mother throughout his rehab period and original interest in soccer, and where New Mexico stands as the race for the playoffs heats up. Watts and Malfa also discuss recent signings in the USL, the complicated playoff picture as well as the battle for the Players’ Shield, Portland Hearts of Pine’s new stadium announcement, and the high-scoring instant classic that took place between Louisville City FC and the Tampa Bay Rowdies. #usl #uslonyoutube #soccerliveshere Sign up for our newsletters: https://www.uslchampionship.com/newsl... https://www.uslsuperleague.com/newsle... https://uslsoccer.com/ For more content and social media: USL Championship https://linktr.ee/UnitedSoccerLeague USL League One https://linktr.ee/uslleagueone Gainbridge Super League https://linktr.ee/GainbridgeSuperLeague USL W League https://linktr.ee/USLWLeague USL League Two https://linktr.ee/uslleaguetwo USL HQ https://linktr.ee/USLHQ 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:02:06 - Orange County's "Quiet" 9-Game Unbeaten Streak 00:05:03 - Signings and Injury Updates 00:09:48 - Jean Mota and Sporting JAX 00:13:01 - New Stadium for Portland Hearts of Pine 00:15:12 - Vermont Green FC's USL League Two Championship 00:17:00 - Rowdies vs. Lou City Recap: "The Thrilla in Gasparilla" 00:26:30 - 2025 Championship Final Rematch 00:26:50 - Birmingham and Loudoun Sneaking Up the Standings 00:28:46 - Rest of Week 21 Results 00:32:06 - Eloy Room Continues to Make Headlines 00:32:38 - Charleston Routes Brooklyn 00:33:53 - New Mexico United's Christian Nava Joins the Show 00:34:45 - Beginnings in Soccer 00:36:27 - Joining his Hometown Team 00:38:44 - Favorite Player Growing Up 00:40:37 - Joining New Mexico United's Academy 00:41:46 - Back-to-back ACL Injuries 00:45:25 - Finding Love for the Game Again 00:46:57 - Return to Pro Soccer 00:48:29 - Prinx Tires USL Cup Optimism 00:50:23 - Week 22 Matches to Watch Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brian Corcoran Recounts How Atlético Dallas Landed Javier "Chicharito" Hernández | USL All Access

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:30:49 +0000

On the latest edition of USL All Access, Devon Kerr and Mike Watts welcome Atlético Dallas Sporting Director Brian Corcoran to the show to discuss the process of signing Javier "Chicharito" Hernández and his impending importance to the Dallas community, as well as what goes into building a technical staff and attracting young talent from all across the country. Kerr and Watts also discuss some of the previous big-name signings in USL history, recent club acquisitions, the current outlook of the USL Championship’s playoff picture after an intriguing weekend of games, and preview some top matchups to keep an eye on in the coming weekend. #usl #uslonyoutube #soccerliveshere 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:02:55 - Javier “Chicharito” Hernández Signs with Atlético Dallas 00:13:05 - Good Week for the Underdogs 00:14:23 - Marco Micaletto's Game Winner in Miami 00:16:09 - USL Championship Loan Headlines 00:21:07 - Atlético Dallas' Sporting Director Joins the Show 00:22:18 - How Javier “Chicharito” Hernández Signed with Dallas 00:25:21 - Chicharito's Impact in Dallas 00:27:49 - Autographs in High Demand 00:29:26 - Building a Team On and Off the Field 00:32:30 - USL Premier on the Horizon 00:34:30 - Brian Corcoran's Goals to Grow DFW Soccer 00:38:54 - Recruiting Academy Talent in Dallas 00:41:37 - Acquiring Dallas Trinity FC in the Gainbridge Super League 00:44:33 - Rapid Fire Questions 00:50:12 - Friendly Matches in Championship and League One 00:51:08 - Playoff Picture and Matches of Note 00:55:20 - Unbeaten Streaks in USL Championship 00:56:23 - Oakland Roots SC's Stadium Situation and Last Matchup 00:58:28 - Thoughts on Jacksonville's System 00:59:54 - Games to Watch This Week Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pittsburgh Riverhounds’ Trevor Amann Discusses His Record-Setting Hat Trick | USL All Access

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 16:29:32 +0000

On the latest edition of USL All Access, Devon Kerr and Mike Watts welcome Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC forward Trevor Amann to the show to talk about his hat trick against Louisville City FC, which set a new record for the fastest hat trick in USL Championship history, making the jump from USL League One to USL Championship, and his uptick in scoring. Kerr and Watts also discuss the end of the Prinx Tires USL Cup group round as well as preview its knockout stage, and analyze Pittsburgh’s impressive victory over Louisville, including their experience calling it. Tune in live to SiriusXM FC (Ch. 157) every Tuesday night for new episodes throughout the 2026 campaign. #usl #uslonyoutube Sign up for our newsletters: https://www.uslchampionship.com/newsletter https://www.uslsuperleague.com/newsletter/ https://uslsoccer.com/ For more content and social media: USL Championship https://linktr.ee/UnitedSoccerLeague USL League One https://linktr.ee/uslleagueone Gainbridge Super League https://linktr.ee/GainbridgeSuperLeague USL W League https://linktr.ee/USLWLeague USL League Two https://linktr.ee/uslleaguetwo USL HQ https://linktr.ee/USLHQ 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:02:21 - Eloy Room and USL Players at the World's Stage 00:04:53 - Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC vs. Louisville City FC on CBS Recap 00:08:24 - First Half and the Trevor Amann Show 00:11:08 - USL Championship Headlines 00:11:37 - Cristo Fernández's Debut! 00:14:37 - Trevor Amann Joins the Show 00:16:05 - Breaking Down the Historic Hat Trick 00:17:38 - Game by Game Mentality 00:19:03 - From College to USL Pyramid 00:20:25 - Comparing League One and Championship 00:22:16 - Lessons from Each Manager 00:25:58 - Finding Joy in the Game Again 00:29:30 - Adapting to Pressing and Work Rate as a Striker 00:31:30 - Balancing Attack and Defensive Shape 00:33:41 - Raising the Championship Standard 00:35:27 - Rapid Fire Questions 00:40:35 - Prinx Tires USL Cup Knockout Stage is Set 00:51:08 - Matches to Watch Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Jeffries Previews Charlotte’s Prinx Tires USL Cup Group Stage Finale | USL All Access

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 16:26:04 +0000

On the latest edition of USL All Access, Devon Kerr and Mike Watts welcome Charlotte Independence’s Head Coach Mike Jeffries to the show to talk about the USL's steady growth during his time with Charlotte, the Jacks 13-game unbeaten streak in all competitions ahead of a win-and-in showdown to decide Group 6 in the Prinx Tires USL Cup against the Charleston Battery, and even his legendary college career at Duke University. Kerr and Watts also discuss Watts’ experience calling games at the World Cup, the United States’ loss to Belgium as well as what the team, and fan support, could look like for the next World Cup, and examine the endless potential scenarios and tiebreakers heading into the last round of Prinx Tires USL Cup group play. #usl #uslonyoutube Sign up for our newsletters: https://www.uslchampionship.com/newsletter https://www.uslsuperleague.com/newsletter/ https://uslsoccer.com/ For more content and social media: USL Championship https://linktr.ee/UnitedSoccerLeague USL League One https://linktr.ee/uslleagueone Gainbridge Super League https://linktr.ee/GainbridgeSuperLeague USL W League https://linktr.ee/USLWLeague USL League Two https://linktr.ee/uslleaguetwo USL HQ https://linktr.ee/USLHQ 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:42 - Watts' Eventful Calls in Kansas City 00:06:18 - Growth of the Game in the USA 00:08:46 - Future of USMNT 00:15:00 - Previewing a Full Prinx Tires USL Cup Weekend 00:16:50 - Group One 00:19:11 - Group Two and Three 00:21:48 - Group Four 00:26:00 - Group Five 00:26:31 - Group Six and Seven 00:30:31 - Wildcard and Clinching Scenarios 00:35:31 - Charlotte's Mike Jeffries Joins the Show 00:38:55 - Changes and Growth of USL 00:42:30 - Charlotte's Academy Structure and Scouting 00:44:50 - Devon's Favorite Mike Jeffries Story 00:50:39 - Evolving as a Club in a Crowded Market 00:53:30 - Moving Charlotte from Championship to League One 00:55:54 - A Special 2021 Season 00:58:07 - Charlotte's Outlook on Pro/Rel 01:00:20 - Unique League One Venues 01:03:28 - Enzo Martinez's Impact 01:05:46 - Jeffries on Keeping Up with Former Players 01:07:05 - 13 Matches Unbeaten for the Independence 01:09:57 - Jeffries on his Stoicism 01:13:04 - Charlotte's Cup Success 01:15:17 - Rapid Fire Questions 01:23:18 - Close Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Leigh Veidman Joins Devon Kerr to Discuss Building Clubs From the Ground Up | USL All Access

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 16:22:08 +0000

On the latest edition of USL All Access, Devon Kerr welcomed Spokane Velocity FC head coach Leigh Veidman to the show to talk about constructing Spokane’s roster as an expansion club, preview its upcoming game against Forward Madison FC, as well as his coaching history at all levels of the USL and his playing career that saw him make stints with Liverpool and Everton’s youth academies before playing collegiately in Middle America. #usl #uslonyoutube Sign up for our newsletters: https://www.uslchampionship.com/newsletter https://www.uslsuperleague.com/newsletter/ https://uslsoccer.com/ For more content and social media: USL Championship https://linktr.ee/UnitedSoccerLeague USL League One https://linktr.ee/uslleagueone Gainbridge Super League https://linktr.ee/GainbridgeSuperLeague USL W League https://linktr.ee/USLWLeague USL League Two https://linktr.ee/uslleaguetwo USL HQ https://linktr.ee/USLHQ 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:05 - Leigh Veidman (HC of Spokane Velocity FC) Joins the Show 00:02:12 - Veidman on an Abnormal Merseyside Academy Experience 00:05:29 - College Experience in the United States 00:07:41 - Why Spokane? 00:10:41 - Ebbs and Flows of a USL League One Season 00:13:08 - Playing and Coaching Simultaneously Early On 00:15:47 - Tough Lessons Overseas 00:17:30 - First Head Coaching Role with OKC Energy FC 00:21:54 - Dealing with OKC's Hiatus 00:25:25 - Ben Pirmann's Shoe Game 00:28:26 - Growing Soccer Culture in the Pacific Northwest 00:32:43 - College Soccer and Pro/Rel Changes 00:34:18 - Previewing Forward Madison's Game Plan 00:36:00 - Rapid Fire Questions 00:42:58 - Close Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Colorado Springs’ Sam Williams Analyzes a National Matchup Against San Antonio FC | USL All Access

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 16:18:56 +0000

On the latest edition of USL All Access, Devon Kerr and Izzy Sullivan welcome Colorado Switchbacks FC midfielder Sam Williams to the show to talk about his upbringing through the New York Red Bulls academy, his collegiate career and how it ultimately brought him to Colorado Springs, where he and the hosts dissect some film on its upcoming opponent, San Antonio FC, as well as Beonixe, an energy honey company he co-founded. Kerr and Sullivan also discuss Eloy Room, Miami FC’s goalkeeper who made himself a household name at the World Cup for Curaçao, updates from the Prinx Tires USL Cup, preview Colorado Springs and San Antonio’s matchup, and run through some rapid-fire mid-season predictions and thoughts. #usl #uslonyoutube Sign up for our newsletters: https://www.uslchampionship.com/newsletter https://www.uslsuperleague.com/newsletter/ https://uslsoccer.com/ For more content and social media: USL Championship https://linktr.ee/UnitedSoccerLeague USL League One https://linktr.ee/uslleagueone Gainbridge Super League https://linktr.ee/GainbridgeSuperLeague USL W League https://linktr.ee/USLWLeague USL League Two https://linktr.ee/uslleaguetwo USL HQ https://linktr.ee/USLHQ 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:10 - Izzy Sullivan (Charleston Battery) Cohosts the Show 00:02:56 - Devon's Father's Day Gifts 00:06:58 - Eloy Room's Historic Performance for Curaçao 00:12:46 - Two Important Prinx Tires USL Cup Results 00:16:48 - San Antonio vs. Colorado Springs on ESPN2 This Week! 00:23:59 - Hernandez Shining for San Antonio 00:31:56 - Colorado Springs Team Outlook 00:34:30 - Sam Williams of Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC Joins the Show 00:36:32 - College Experience at UNC 00:38:02 - Journey to MLS Contract with Chicago 00:39:58 - Wanting a Loan Move to the USL Championship 00:41:47 - Sam Williams Growing his Business 00:44:45 - Colorado Springs' Ups and Downs 00:47:30 - Williams on the Tough Western Conference 00:48:30 - Underdog Mentality Against San Antonio 00:49:23 - Breaking Down Film with Sam Williams 00:58:44 - Rapid Fire Questions with Devon 01:05:10 - Close Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Darren Smith Joins Devon Kerr to Break Down His Five-Goal Night | USL All Access

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 16:15:01 +0000

On the latest edition of USL All Access, Devon Kerr welcomed Darren Smith of Detroit City FC, fresh off of a five-goal performance against Sporting Club Jacksonville, to talk about what he learned when playing in Finland and Morocco, joining Detroit City FC in the USL, and enjoying each game – no matter how many goals he scores. #usl #uslonyoutube Sign up for our newsletters: https://www.uslchampionship.com/newsletter https://www.uslsuperleague.com/newsletter/ https://uslsoccer.com/ For more content and social media: USL Championship https://linktr.ee/UnitedSoccerLeague USL League One https://linktr.ee/uslleagueone Gainbridge Super League https://linktr.ee/GainbridgeSuperLeague USL W League https://linktr.ee/USLWLeague USL League Two https://linktr.ee/uslleaguetwo USL HQ https://linktr.ee/USLHQ 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:02:05 - Darren Smith of Detroit City FC Joins the Show 00:03:02 - Smith on His Move to Detroit from Overseas 00:05:39 - Connecting with Danny Dichio and Detroit 00:08:18 - Smith on His Hot Start This Season 00:11:01 - Accomplishing His Dreams in European Soccer 00:14:16 - Leaving Finland for Morocco 00:16:01 - Growing as a Footballer in Finland 00:19:04 - The Thrill of a Five-goal Night 00:23:39 - Setting Goals Each Season 00:27:25 - Detroit Doesn't Feel Like an Underdog in Prinx Tires USL Cup Play 00:29:10 - Rapid Fire Questions 00:32:56 - Close Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How Good Are the Tampa Bay Rowdies, plus the Prinx Tires USL Cup Rundown | USL All Access

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 16:12:18 +0000

On the latest edition of USL All Access, Mike Watts and Devon Kerr welcome the Tampa Bay Rowdies Sebastian Cruz to the show to talk about his upbringing in Fresno County, Calif. as part of a soccer family, making the move to Kansas City to join the SKC Academy at a young age, what playing for Swope Park Rangers as a teenager meant to his development before heading to college, how he almost signed for Rowdies Head Coach Dominic Casciato in Omaha before joining AV ALTA FC in 2025, and why the personalities in the Rowdies’ locker room are driving the club’s success so far this season. Watts and Kerr also discuss where the Rowdies’ undefeated start across all competitions in the regular season ranks historically, and the record they could equal this week, why San Antonio FC’s victory against FC Tulsa in the Prinx Tires USL Cup on Saturday night was notable – and what SAFC still needs to address to be a contender – and provide both a breakdown of every group in the USL Cup as it heads toward the end of the group stage and their picks for which country will win the 2026 FIFA World Cup. #usl #uslonyoutube Sign up for our newsletters: https://www.uslchampionship.com/newsletter https://www.uslsuperleague.com/newsletter/ https://uslsoccer.com/ For more content and social media: USL Championship https://linktr.ee/UnitedSoccerLeague USL League One https://linktr.ee/uslleagueone Gainbridge Super League https://linktr.ee/GainbridgeSuperLeague USL W League https://linktr.ee/USLWLeague USL League Two https://linktr.ee/uslleaguetwo USL HQ https://linktr.ee/USLHQ 00:00:00 - Introduction and Programming Update 00:02:32 - Rowdies Remain Unbeaten 00:05:03 - San Antonio FINALLY Wins in Tulsa 00:07:42 - Prinx Tires USL Cup 00:08:53 - Group 1 00:11:15 - Group 2 00:11:50 - Group 3 00:13:12 - Group 4 00:15:39 - Group 5 00:17:01 - Group 6 00:18:19 - Group 7 00:19:42 - Updated National TV Schedule 00:20:24 - Sebastian Cruz Joins the Show 00:21:33 - Growing Up in Kerman/Fresno California 00:24:16 - Development with Sporting Kansas City 00:29:09 - Cruz on his Versatility 00:32:35 - Learning From Every Stage of US Soccer Pyramid 00:33:40 - Adjusting to Speed of the Game 00:35:16 - Dom Casciato Wanted Cruz in Omaha 00:37:42- A Special Tampa Bay Rowdies Group 00:40:21 - Cruz on Undefeated Streak 00:41:35 - A Little Love for the Swope Park Rangers 00:42:08 - Rapid Fire Questions 00:46:48 - Exciting Week 15 Matchups 00:48:35 - World Cup Predictions 00:50:03 - Close Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Charleston Battery’s Soaring Colton Swan, Rowdies Continue to Roll | USL All Access

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 16:08:52 +0000

On the latest edition of USL All Access, Mike Watts and Devon Kerr welcome Charleston Battery rising star Colton Swan to the show to discuss his pathway from the Colorado Rapids Academy through Indiana University to the Battery, what made Charleston the right place to begin his professional career, how he’s been able to achieve early success in the Low Country with seven goals across all competitions in the first three months of the season, and what his opportunities with the United States youth national team program have meant to his development. Watts and Kerr also go in depth on the Tampa Bay Rowdies’ victory against Louisville City FC, and what it means in the bigger picture in the Eastern Conference, and also take a look at Phoenix Rising FC’s impressive performance against Sacramento Republic FC, what’s fueling Indy Eleven’s success this season, and a wild contest between Sporting Club Jacksonville and San Antonio FC that tied the USL Championship record for the highest-scoring draw in league history. Tune in live to SiriusXM FC (Ch. 157) every Tuesday night for new episodes throughout the 2026 campaign. #usl #uslonyoutube Sign up for our newsletters: https://www.uslchampionship.com/newsletter https://www.uslsuperleague.com/newsletter/ https://uslsoccer.com/ For more content and social media: USL Championship https://linktr.ee/UnitedSoccerLeague USL League One https://linktr.ee/uslleagueone Gainbridge Super League https://linktr.ee/GainbridgeSuperLeague USL W League https://linktr.ee/USLWLeague USL League Two https://linktr.ee/uslleaguetwo USL HQ https://linktr.ee/USLHQ 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:41 - An Enticing Matchup Between Phoenix and Sacramento 00:05:43 - Indy Eleven are Rolling 00:09:26 - Lexington's Big Result vs. El Paso 00:11:19 - Rest of the Matchweek and Transfer Headlines 00:13:18 - Expansion News 00:14:15 - Louisville vs. Tampa Bay Recap 00:17:29 - Crazy JAX vs. San Antonio Game 00:19:50 - Colton Swan Joins the Show 00:20:32 - Swan is a Great Golfer 00:22:48 - Rookie Season in Charleston 00:25:04 - Breaking into the USYNT Outside of MLS Ecosystem 00:26:24 - Moving to Colorado Rapids Academy 00:28:14 - College Soccer at Indiana 00:34:15 - Maximizing Potential with Ben Pirmann 00:35:52 - Swan Learning Physicality in USL Championship 00:37:42 - Mentors in Charleston 00:40:03 - Battery's Prinx Tires USL Cup Chances 00:41:42 - Colton Swan's Future Goals 00:44:55- Rapid Fire Questions 00:48:13 - Upcoming Prinx Tires USL Cup Matches to Watch Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Inside San Antonio’s Early-Season Success, and World Cup Call-Ups | USL All Access

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 16:00:50 +0000

On the latest edition of USL All Access, Mike Watts and Devon Kerr welcome San Antonio FC center back Alex Crognale to the show to discuss the club’s strong start to the 2026 season that has it positioned at the top of the Western Conference, which of his teammates deserves more credit for his remarkable goal against El Paso Locomotive FC in the first Copa Tejas clash of the season, what he learned as a young professional competing for former United States manager Gregg Berhalter, and why his early years as an attacking player have helped him become a great defender in the pro ranks. Watts and Kerr also spotlight the landmark selections of four USL Championship players to the squads of Curacao and Haiti for the upcoming FIFA World Cup, take a look at why Louisville City is struggling as it enters a nationally televised clash with the Tampa Bay Rowdies on Saturday night, and discuss whether either of them would be bold enough to go Tarps Off in the stands at a USL Championship game. Tune in live to SiriusXM FC (Ch. 157) every Tuesday night for new episodes throughout the 2026 campaign. #usl #uslonyoutube Sign up for our newsletters: https://www.uslchampionship.com/newsletter https://www.uslsuperleague.com/newsletter/ https://uslsoccer.com/ For more content and social media: USL Championship https://linktr.ee/UnitedSoccerLeague USL League One https://linktr.ee/uslleagueone Gainbridge Super League https://linktr.ee/GainbridgeSuperLeague USL W League https://linktr.ee/USLWLeague USL League Two https://linktr.ee/uslleaguetwo USL HQ https://linktr.ee/USLHQ 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:40 - First Win for Monterey Bay FC 00:03:27 - 10 Games Unbeaten for Tampa Bay 00:03:50 - Tarps Off at Al Lang with Jeff Attinella 00:05:10 - Previewing Louisville and Tampa Bay 00:07:11 - Louisville's Unfamiliar Challenges 00:11:43 - Cam Lindley and Aodhan Quinn Achievements 00:12:24 - U.S. Open Cup Updates 00:14:23 - Kipp Keller's Journey and New Mexico United 00:15:56 - Las Vegas Lights Bouncing Back 00:18:27 - Worldies from Williams and Kwizera in Rhode Island 00:20:06 - USL in the World Cup 00:23:22 - Alex Crognale Joins the Show on the Road 00:24:42 - What's Gone Right for San Antonio? 00:25:35 - Crognale Scoring from Midfield 00:28:19 - Alex Crognale's Celebration 00:30:03 - San Antonio's Defensive Chemistry 00:32:25 - Playing pro with his brother Eli 00:35:14 - Coaching Insights from Gregg Berhalter 00:39:55 - Transitioning to the Center Back Position 00:44:31 - San Antonio's Diverse Goal-scoring 00:47:38 - Rapid Fire Questions 00:48:43 - Alex Crognale on Fatherhood 00:49:39 - Crognale on if Wembanyama Played Pro Soccer 00:50:31 - Best Memories with Brother Eli 00:52:29 - Alex Crognale's Favorite Roommate 00:54:34 - Upcoming USL Matches to Watch Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Building Something Special at AC Boise, plus Prinx Tires USL Cup Contenders | USL All Access

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 15:46:40 +0000

On the latest edition of USL All Access, Mike Watts and Devon Kerr welcome Athletic Club Boise Head Coach Nate Miller to the show to discuss the club’s stellar start to its inaugural season, why this was the opportunity for Miller to return to the head coaching ranks after three seasons at Real Salt Lake, what he’s learned from being part of previous expansion clubs and what the fundamentals for success on and off the field look like, and what one of the important finable offenses in his locker room is. Watts and Kerr also lay out where every group stands after the second matchday of the Prinx Tires USL Cup stands, and the paths for the teams in contention to advance to the knockout stage, and discuss the Tampa Bay Rowdies as their undefeated start to the season continues, including why a strong start isn’t a guarantee of winning the USL Championship title at the end of the season, and offer a glass-half-full and glass-half-empty appraisal of Sporting Club Jacksonville after its first win of the season. Tune in live to SiriusXM FC (Ch. 157) every Tuesday night for new episodes throughout the 2026 campaign. #usl #uslonyoutube Sign up for our newsletters: https://www.uslchampionship.com/newsletter https://www.uslsuperleague.com/newsletter/ https://uslsoccer.com/ For more content and social media: USL Championship https://linktr.ee/UnitedSoccerLeague USL League One https://linktr.ee/uslleagueone Gainbridge Super League https://linktr.ee/GainbridgeSuperLeague USL W League https://linktr.ee/USLWLeague USL League Two https://linktr.ee/uslleaguetwo USL HQ https://linktr.ee/USLHQ 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:01 - Dom Casciato's Impact on Unbeaten Rowdies 00:04:40 - Conference Tightness 00:05:20 - Historical Unbeaten Runs 00:08:06 - Assessing Jacksonville's Positives 00:10:22 - Glass Half Full/Empty Analysis 00:11:30 - Brendan Burke's Achievements 00:13:13 - Upcoming US Open Cup Matches 00:15:07 - Prinx Tires USL Cup Group Standings 00:22:08 - Interview with Nate Miller 00:24:26 - Nate Miller's Early Coaching Days 00:25:25 - Lessons from Spring Arbor 00:27:20 - Boise's Expansion Strategy and Ownership 00:29:36 - Promotion and Relegation 00:31:42 - Challenges of Starting a New Club 00:35:29 - Trusting Players and Building Culture 00:37:31 - Developing Young Talent 00:40:18 - Boise's Strong Start 00:41:31 - Impact of Boise's Home Crowd 00:42:40 - U.S. Open Cup Exclusion Frustration 00:44:19 - Monterey Bay Game Recap 00:45:07 - Second Half Comeback Strategy 00:47:28 - Rapid Fire Questions with Nate Miller 00:48:45 - Jersey Wall Significance 00:49:45 - Landon Donovan's Love for Hockey 00:50:23 - Scouting Success Stories 00:51:24 - Favorite Coaching Venues 00:53:07 - Closing Remarks Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cristo Fernández joins Locomotive, and it’s Prinx Tires USL Cup Week!

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:24:17 +0000

On the latest edition of USL All Access, Mike Watts and guest host Joe Malfa assess the addition of Cristo Fernández – better known as Dani Rojas from AppleTV’s Ted Lasso – to El Paso Locomotive FC after a two-month trial with the club and what he could bring to a side contending for top spot in the Western Conference, break down Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC’s victory on the road against Louisville City FC and the issues that are facing the defending title-holders as they suffer consecutive defeats for the first time since 2023, and look ahead to the key games in this week’s second round of the Prinx Tires USL Cup group stage. Watts and Kerr also welcome Orange County SC midfielder Chris Hegardt to the show to discuss his strong start to the new season after joining the club on a permanent basis following his loan spell last year, the journey he’s taken so far in his professional career that included a stint with Stabæk in the Norwegian top flight playing for former United States Men’s National Team manager Bob Bradley, and what it’s like to be a leader at a club with young talent that aspires to head to higher levels. Tune in live to SiriusXM FC (Ch. 157) every Tuesday night for new episodes throughout the 2026 campaign. #usl #uslonyoutube Sign up for our newsletters: https://www.uslchampionship.com/newsletter https://www.uslsuperleague.com/newsletter/ https://uslsoccer.com/ For more content and social media: USL Championship https://linktr.ee/UnitedSoccerLeague USL League One https://linktr.ee/uslleagueone Gainbridge Super League https://linktr.ee/GainbridgeSuperLeague USL W League https://linktr.ee/USLWLeague USL League Two https://linktr.ee/uslleaguetwo USL HQ https://linktr.ee/USLHQ 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:00:36 - Joe Malfa Jumps In with Mike Watts 00:01:45 - El Paso's Big Signing: Cristo Fernández 00:04:57 - Weekend Highlights: Pittsburgh vs. Louisville 00:08:44 - Championship Standings Update 00:09:14 - Loudoun and JAX with Signs of Life 00:11:06 - Orange County vs. Colorado Springs Goalfest 00:12:39 - Oakland vs. El Paso: Early Drama 00:14:24 - Tucker Leppley's Impactful Debut 00:16:00 - A Thank You to Alec Papadakis 00:19:21 - Interview with Chris Hegardt 00:20:48 - Chris Hagart's Journey Back to Orange County 00:21:17 - Overcoming Challenges: Chris' Inspirational Story 00:23:10 - Transition to Orange County: A New Chapter 00:24:25 - Insights from Playing in Norway 00:26:10 - Adapting to Different Coaching Styles 00:28:16 - Building Confidence at Orange County 00:30:07 - Orange County's Strong Start to the Season 00:31:16 - Chris Hegardt's Leadership Role 00:33:19 - Team Chemistry and Relationships 00:35:04 - Developing Young Talent at Orange County 00:37:04 - Advice for Young Players Going to Europe 00:38:10 - Hegardt on Prinx Tires USL Cup Hopes 00:39:09 - Rapid Fire Questions with Chris Hegardt 00:43:13 - Prinx Tires USL Cup Matchweek 2 Preview 00:49:20 - Close Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A Coaching Change in Monterey Bay, and a deep-dive into the new USL CBA

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:19:38 +0000

On the latest edition of USL All Access, Mike Watts and Devon Kerr look at the coaching change at Monterey Bay FC that saw Alex Covelo appointed the club’s third Head Coach in its history following the departure of Jordan Stewart and discuss the challenges that can occur as young players make the step into the USL Championship for the first time, and what Monterey Bay’s direction could look like with the offseason moves that included the appointment of Oliver Wyss as Chairman and Chief Soccer Officer. Watts and Kerr also discuss the tentative agreement on a new Collective Bargaining Agreement that covers the USL Championship and incoming USL Premier through at least the 2030 season, including the raised compensation floor the agreement will bring to both leagues, and why for numerous clubs around the Championship the agreement won’t change a great deal as top-level salaries around the league continue to rise. Tune in live to SiriusXM FC (Ch. 157) every Tuesday night for new episodes throughout the 2026 campaign. #usl #uslonyoutube Sign up for our newsletters: https://www.uslchampionship.com/newsletter https://www.uslsuperleague.com/newsletter/ https://uslsoccer.com/ For more content and social media: USL Championship https://linktr.ee/UnitedSoccerLeague USL League One https://linktr.ee/uslleagueone Gainbridge Super League https://linktr.ee/GainbridgeSuperLeague USL W League https://linktr.ee/USLWLeague USL League Two https://linktr.ee/uslleaguetwo USL HQ https://linktr.ee/USLHQ 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:02:39 - Monterey Bay's Coaching Change 00:03:25 - Team Performance Analysis 00:04:22 - Young Players' Impact 00:05:38 - Monterey Bay's Future Prospects 00:05:53 - Front Office Changes 00:06:19 - Roster Rebuild Insights 00:07:06 - Veteran Players' Influence 00:08:41 - Devon's German Football Experience 00:10:31 - Oliver Weiss' Career 00:11:07 - Oliver Weiss' Impact 00:12:34 - Development Vision 00:13:24 - Orange County's Success 00:14:52 - Club Ethos Discussion 00:15:24 - Results vs. Development for Monterey Bay 00:21:34 - CBA Agreement Details 00:22:33 - Contract Structure Changes 00:23:59 - Health Insurance Requirements 00:24:07 - Minimum Compensation Increase 00:25:47 - Union Household Perspective 00:26:56 - Growth of the Game 00:27:44 - Timeline and Broadcast Rights 00:28:30 - Financial Implications 00:29:14 - Top-End Movement 00:30:32 - Player Compensation Packages 00:31:06 - Raising the Floor 00:32:36 - Entry Level Contracts 00:34:23 - Recruiting Tools 00:35:43 - Player Pathways 00:36:18 - Pro REL Framework 00:37:09 - Future Negotiations 00:38:26 - US Open Cup Highlights 00:40:31 - Louisville vs. Houston Recap 00:41:10 - Colorado Springs vs. Colorado Rapids Recap 00:42:17 - Columbus vs. One Knoxville Recap 00:43:18 - MLS Teams in Quarters 00:43:46 - Championship League Play Results 00:45:45 - Eastern Conference Analysis 00:48:22 - Western Conference Analysis 00:51:15 - New Mexico's Games in Hand 00:52:18 - Upcoming Matches to Watch Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

One Knoxville’s up for the Open Cup, and your early USL Cup favorites

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:16:00 +0000

On the latest edition of USL All Access, Mike Watts and Devon Kerr welcome One Knoxville SC forward Denis Krioutchenkov to the show ahead of the club’s U.S. Open Cup Round of 16 contest against the Columbus Crew on Wednesday night to discuss the first-year forward’s early success and the challenges of stepping into the professional ranks, advancing past D.C. United for the first win against MLS opposition in club history, and how he pivoted from a pathway in tennis to soccer as a youngster growing up. Watts and Kerr also discuss the progression of Brooklyn FC over the past month, and why Maimonides Park could be one of the toughest venues to visit for opposing clubs this season, and break down the opening round of the 2026 Prinx Tires USL Cup, discuss what the 2025 edition of the tournament tells us about which clubs could advance, and which could fall by the wayside early, and which three teams by those numbers could be considered the early favorites to reach the final. Tune in live to SiriusXM FC (Ch. 157) every Tuesday night for new episodes throughout the 2026 campaign. #usl #uslonyoutube Sign up for our newsletters: https://www.uslchampionship.com/newsletter https://www.uslsuperleague.com/newsletter/ https://uslsoccer.com/ For more content and social media: USL Championship https://linktr.ee/UnitedSoccerLeague USL League One https://linktr.ee/uslleagueone Gainbridge Super League https://linktr.ee/GainbridgeSuperLeague USL W League https://linktr.ee/USLWLeague USL League Two https://linktr.ee/uslleaguetwo USL HQ https://linktr.ee/USLHQ 0:00:00 Intro 0:02:26 Khori Bennett's Scoring Prowess 0:05:34 Rhode Island's Run of Form 0:06:50 Brooklyn's Home Field Advantage 0:07:36 Prinx Tires USL Cup First Matchweek 0:13:40 Brian Kleiben's Message to the AV Alta Ultras 0:16:55 Cup Chaos in Rhode Island 0:18:39 Brooklyn Finding Its Stride 0:20:03 Lexington SC Needs to Find a Formula 0:21:50 AC Boise's Star-studded Squad 0:22:35 Union Omaha Upsets Indy Eleven 0:23:49 Mike and Devon Talk Cupsets with Denis Krioutchenkov 0:46:58 USL Championship on CBSSN This Weekend! 0:47:25 More US Open Cup Matchups 0:49:12 What Did We Learn This Week? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

U.S. Open Cupsets, Prinx Tires USL Cup on the Horizon

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:27:05 +0000

On the latest edition of USL All Access, Mike Watts and Devon Kerr look back at how Louisville City FC, Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC and One Knoxville SC each advanced past opponents from Major League Soccer in the Round of 32 in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, and make their picks for the games to watch in the opening round of group stage games in the 2026 Prinx Tires USL Cup that kicks off this Saturday. Watts and Kerr also look at the challenges Sporting Club Jacksonville is enduring over a winless start to its inaugural season in the league, and the numbers that match the eye-test when it comes to the club’s on-field competitiveness, and make their picks for three-a-side teams featuring the most and least prolific goal contributors in the USL Championship’s history. Tune in live to SiriusXM FC (Ch. 157) every Tuesday night for new episodes throughout the 2026 campaign. #usl #uslonyoutube Sign up for our newsletters: https://www.uslchampionship.com/newsletter https://www.uslsuperleague.com/newsletter/ https://uslsoccer.com/ For more content and social media: USL Championship https://linktr.ee/UnitedSoccerLeague USL League One https://linktr.ee/uslleagueone Gainbridge Super League https://linktr.ee/GainbridgeSuperLeague USL W League https://linktr.ee/USLWLeague USL League Two https://linktr.ee/uslleaguetwo USL HQ https://linktr.ee/USLHQ 00:00 - Intro 03:16 - Some Predictability in Week 7 04:20 - Breeze Cup: Rhode Island vs. Charleston 06:55 - Party in Pittsburgh: Jeremy Renner, Robbie Mertz 10:29 - Russell Cicerone's milestone and fantasy team game 15:52 - Early Struggles for Birmingham and Indy 21:20- San Antonio and Alex Crognale's Ridiculous Goal 23:35 - Sporting JAX Needs to Figure Things Out 34:00 - Rest of Week 7 Results 30:20 - Insights into US Open Cup matches: notable upsets and game-winning moments 36:44 - US Open Cup Round of 32 results and Round of 16 matchups 47:30 - Prinx Tires USL Cup format, group stage setup, and key fixtures 49:00 - Devon's Games to Watch 50:02 - Close Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Magic of the U.S. Open Cup is alive, Orange County is leveling up

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:23:49 +0000

On the latest edition of USL All Access, Mike Watts and Devon Kerr welcome El Paso Locomotive FC Head Coach Junior Gonzalez to talk about the club’s U.S. Open Cup game against Houston Dynamo FC in the Round of 32 on the back of the club’s undefeated start to the USL Championship season, the opportunity to join Locomotive and make his mark on a team after leading three MLS reserve teams previously in his career, and the buy-in he’s received from the returning and newly-arrived players in the Locomotive squad. Watts and Kerr are also joined by Detroit City FC’s Maxi Rodriguez to discuss coming back to Le Rouge after a season at Rhode Island FC in 2025 and the way that he grew personally during his season at Centreville Bank Stadium, why he still carries a chip on his shoulder when he’s on the field, what it’s been like getting reintegrated into a Detroit City squad that has added numerous new faces since he last suited up for the club, and what make’s Keyworth Stadium special. The duo also discuss Orange County’s big week, and how Head Coach Danny Stone is striking the balance of on-field success with player development that’s been a club cornerstone, and make their picks for potential U.S. Open Cup upsets. Tune in live to SiriusXM FC (Ch. 157) every Tuesday night for new episodes throughout the 2026 campaign. #usl #uslonyoutube Sign up for our newsletters: https://www.uslchampionship.com/newsletter https://www.uslsuperleague.com/newsletter/ https://uslsoccer.com/ For more content and social media: USL Championship https://linktr.ee/UnitedSoccerLeague USL League One https://linktr.ee/uslleagueone Gainbridge Super League https://linktr.ee/GainbridgeSuperLeague USL W League https://linktr.ee/USLWLeague USL League Two https://linktr.ee/uslleaguetwo USL HQ https://linktr.ee/USLHQ 0:00:00- Intro 0:02:00- Rowdies Perfect Run Ends in Week 6 0:03:33- Huge Week for Orange County SC 0:05:27- Down to Two Unbeaten Teams to Start the Season 0:08:25- Devon's Prinx Cup Preview with Dan Lucas 0:09:26- El Paso Locomotive FC's Junior Gonzalez on his team's hot start 0:26:20- Maxi Rodriguez on his return to Detroit City FC 0:45:54- A Look Ahead at the U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 0:49:03- Close Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Rowdies remain perfect, Pirmann lands 100 wins, and U.S. Open Cup

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:19:48 +0000

On the latest edition of USL All Access, Mike Watts and Devon Kerr welcome Tampa Bay Rowdies forward MD Myers to the show to discuss Tampa Bay’s perfect start to the 2026 season ahead of its contest this weekend against Oakland Roots SC, how his path through college and into the professional ranks has provided motivation to succeed, how he worked in college to set himself up for a professional career, the opportunity to join the Charleston Battery after his rookie season, and what he’s aiming to bring to the Rowdies after his arrival this offseason. Watts and Kerr also discuss the Charleston Battery’s victory against Louisville City FC that earned Head Coach Ben Pirmann his 100th victory in the USL Championship, and why his reaction to that landmark speaks to the success he’s had on the sidelines, why the Tampa Bay Rowdies are the best balanced side in the league so far this season, and what to watch for in the Round of 32 of the U.S. Open Cup next week. Tune in live to SiriusXM FC (Ch. 157) every Tuesday night for new episodes throughout the 2026 campaign. #usl #uslonyoutube Sign up for our newsletters: https://www.uslchampionship.com/newsletter https://www.uslsuperleague.com/newsletter/ https://uslsoccer.com/ For more content and social media: USL Championship https://linktr.ee/UnitedSoccerLeague USL League One https://linktr.ee/uslleagueone Gainbridge Super League https://linktr.ee/GainbridgeSuperLeague USL W League https://linktr.ee/USLWLeague USL League Two https://linktr.ee/uslleaguetwo USL HQ https://linktr.ee/USLHQ 0:00:00- Intro 0:02:39- Ben Pirmann's 100th Win and His Legacy 0:07:50- Tampa Bay Rowdies Lead Pack of Last Four Unbeaten Teams 0:12:32- Milestones and New Signings 0:17:06- A Positive Fan Shoutout from Devon 0:19:48- Devon Chats with Tampa Bay Rowdies' MD Myers 0:42:36- Recapping Week 5 0:45:31- Ben Pirmann's Strategy Ends 2 Year Louisville City Streak 0:48:36- Rowdies and JAX: A Rivalry Renewed 0:52:15- Pasher Chases the Game for Loudoun United FC 0:53:46- Moving into the Round of 32: U.S. Open Cup 0:56:42- USL Championship Matches to Watch Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

LouCity Landmarks, Open Cup Showdowns, and Raphael Spiegel’s Oakland antics

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:15:45 +0000

On the latest edition of USL All Access, Mike Watts and Devon Kerr welcome Louisville City FC interim Head Coach Simon Bird, who discusses his history with the city of Louisville since arriving as a college player at the University of Louisville in the 2000s, what it means to take over from former Head Coach Danny Cruz having served as an assistant coach over the past five years, what goes into finding different ways to win games at home and on the road, and the places that he enjoys during downtime away from the field within the city. Watts and Kerr also discuss Louisville City’s landmark 200th regular season victory against Brooklyn FC on Saturday night, the antics of Oakland Roots SC goalkeeper Raphael Spiegel against Orange County SC at the Coliseum, run the rule over the six remaining undefeated teams after the opening month of the season, how Detroit City ended the Charleston Battery’s perfect start, and look ahead to the key games in the U.S. Open Cup Second Round this week. Tune in live to SiriusXM FC (Ch. 157) every Tuesday night for new episodes throughout the 2026 campaign. #usl #uslonyoutube Sign up for our newsletters: https://www.uslchampionship.com/newsletter https://www.uslsuperleague.com/newsletter/ https://uslsoccer.com/ For more content and social media: USL Championship https://linktr.ee/UnitedSoccerLeague USL League One https://linktr.ee/uslleagueone Gainbridge Super League https://linktr.ee/GainbridgeSuperLeague USL W League https://linktr.ee/USLWLeague USL League Two https://linktr.ee/uslleaguetwo USL HQ https://linktr.ee/USLHQ 0:00:00- Intro 0:01:20- Louisville City FC Hits 200 Wins 0:04:03- Antics in Oakland 0:07:45- Dikwa's Scoring Touch Returns to Highmark Stadium 0:09:59- International Honors for USL Alumni 0:10:48- 25 Day Deals for Sacramento 0:11:02- A Thank You to Justin Papadakis 0:12:25- Devon Chats with Louisville City FC Interim HC Simon Bird 0:41:03- Dev and Mike Assesses the Unbeaten Teams 0:42:43- Detroit's Controlled Win against Charleston 0:44:04- San Antonio's Open Cup Focus 0:45:35- Big Wins from Week 3 0:46:08- El Paso Picks Up Points in Sacramento 0:47:57- Open Cup Matches to Watch Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How Mac Hemmi Aims to Maximize his Talent at Lexington SC

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:11:12 +0000

On the latest edition of USL All Access, Mike Watts and Devon Kerr welcome Lexington SC Head Coach Mac Hemmi to the show where they discuss a coaching path that has included stints in the USL Championship, Gainbridge Super League and National Women’s Soccer League, the origin of his shortened first name, using soccer as a means to bridge cultures after moving to the United States as a 16-year-old, what makes the USL Championship challenging from a coaching perspective, and how he tries to get the most out of the talent at his disposal. Watts and Kerr also discuss the First Round of the U.S. Open Cup, the upsets the round produced and the matchups to watch in next week’s Second Round, why the Charleston Battery’s United States U-20 international Colton Swan is a player that should be on everyone’s radar, and look at this week’s stadium news from Sacramento Republic FC and New Mexico United. Tune in live to SiriusXM FC (Ch. 157) every Tuesday night for new episodes throughout the 2026 campaign. #usl #uslonyoutube Sign up for our newsletters: https://www.uslchampionship.com/newsletter https://www.uslsuperleague.com/newsletter/ https://uslsoccer.com/ For more content and social media: USL Championship https://linktr.ee/UnitedSoccerLeague USL League One https://linktr.ee/uslleagueone Gainbridge Super League https://linktr.ee/GainbridgeSuperLeague USL W League https://linktr.ee/USLWLeague USL League Two https://linktr.ee/uslleaguetwo USL HQ https://linktr.ee/USLHQ 0:00:00- Intro 0:02:20- U.S. Open Cup Recap: Starting with Sacramento Republic FC and El Farolito 0:06:09- Upsets of Note 0:06:28- Vermont Green FC and Portland Hearts of Pine Spectacle 0:08:03- Russell Cicerone and Rowdies are Rolling 0:08:05- Charleston Battery Impressing 0:11:02- Mac Hemmi and Lexington SC's High Expectations 0:37:35- San Antonio's Clean Defending Against New Mexico 0:40:24- Healthy Ousmane Sylla a Missing Piece for OCSC 0:43:01- Devon Expects More from FC Tulsa 0:45:55- Stadium News in Sacramento and New Mexico 0:49:14- Games to Watch Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rising through the coaching ranks with Greenville Triumph’s Dave Dixon

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:00:34 +0000

On the latest edition of USL All Access, Mike Watts and Devon Kerr welcome Greenville Triumph SC Head Coach Dave Dixon and reflect on his time leading clubs to success in USL League Two – and earning both a league title and Coach of the Year honors in the league – and discuss why the league has remained an important incubator for talent in the American landscape, and how his opportunity to lead Triumph came about after assistant coaching positions in both the USL Championship and League One. Kerr and guest host Joe Malfa also discuss the surprise departure of Head Coach Danny Cruz from Louisville City FC on Tuesday afternoon and the remarkable resume he has put together over the past five seasons as the longest-tenured manager in the club’s history, dig into why the U.S. Open Cup matters and deserves a bigger spotlight in the American soccer calendar, and give you the teams they’re interested in watching this weekend as club identities around the USL Championship continue to form this season. Tune in live to SiriusXM FC (Ch. 157) every Tuesday night for new episodes throughout the 2026 campaign. #usl #uslonyoutube Sign up for our newsletters: https://www.uslchampionship.com/newsletter/ https://www.uslsuperleague.com/newsletter/ https://uslsoccer.com/ For more content and social media: USL Championship https://linktr.ee/UnitedSoccerLeague USL League One https://linktr.ee/uslleagueone Gainbridge Super League https://linktr.ee/GainbridgeSuperLeague USL W League https://linktr.ee/USLWLeague USL League Two https://linktr.ee/uslleaguetwo USL HQ https://linktr.ee/USLHQ 0:00:00- Intro 0:01:21- Danny Cruz Steps Down From Louisville City FC 0:15:48- Mike Watts 1-on-1 with Dave Dixon, Greenville Triumph HC 0:41:33- Devon and Joe Malfa Discuss the U.S. Open Cup 0:43:22- Joe's Matches to Watch 0:44:44- Devon's Matches of Note 0:46:28- Hartford and Oakland Impressing 0:47:28- Expectations for San Antonio 0:48:40- Who to Watch this Weekend Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Why Oakland Roots was the ideal landing spot for Ryan Martin’s next step

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:40:12 +0000

On the latest edition of USL All Access, Mike Watts and Devon Kerr welcome Oakland Roots SC Head Coach Ryan Martin to the show where they discuss the decision-making process behind his offseason move to Oakland after a breakthrough year at Loudoun United, the influence of college soccer legend Jay Vidovich on his coaching career, the importance of individual player development plans to a club’s success as a team, and how the right type of ego is essential for players and coaches alike to progress. Watts and Kerr also discuss how Lexington SC can try to unlock Michael Adedokun’s full potential and lift its attack overall, how Sean Suber made an immediate impact for the Charleston Battery, how Tommy McCabe played a key role in Oakland Roots’ victory in Monterey Bay and what Niko Hämäläinen can bring to the New Mexico United lineup. Tune in live to SiriusXM FC (Ch. 157) every Tuesday night for new episodes throughout the 2026 campaign. Sign up for our newsletters: https://www.uslchampionship.com/newsletter https://www.uslsuperleague.com/newsletter/ https://uslsoccer.com/ For more content and social media: USL Championship https://linktr.ee/UnitedSoccerLeague USL League One https://linktr.ee/uslleagueone Gainbridge Super League https://linktr.ee/GainbridgeSuperLeague USL W League https://linktr.ee/USLWLeague USL League Two https://linktr.ee/uslleaguetwo USL HQ https://linktr.ee/USLHQ 0:00:00- Intro 0:03:34- Week 1 Injuries and Transfers 0:04:51- Sebastian Lleget and Becky G 0:06:38- Niko Hämäläinen to New Mexico United 0:08:48- CBA Negotiations Continue 0:11:47- Week 1 Opener in Lexington 0:18:25- Hartford Spoils JAX Opener 0:19:00- "Was that enough talking about Pittsburgh?" 0:22:15- Tampa Bay Rowdies Road Win at Birmingham 0:23:09- El Paso and Colorado Springs Draw 0:25:46- Rest of the Results 0:26:12- Brooklyn FC has an Identity 0:28:16- Devon and Mike with Oakland Roots HC Ryan Martin 0:58:09- Week 2 Preview and Close Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How Marlon LeBlanc, Brian McBride built Brooklyn FC for its USL Championship debut

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:36:41 +0000

On the latest edition of USL All Access, Mike Watts and Devon Kerr welcome Brooklyn FC Head Coach Marlon LeBlanc for a wide-ranging conversation as the club prepares for its debut against Indy Eleven this Sunday, including insights into how he and General Manager Brian McBride have built the club’s inaugural squad, how he’s leant on coaching colleagues including Rhode Island FC’s Khano Smith and San Diego FC’s Mikey Varas for their experiences creating a club from the ground up, and what it’s like for him and his friends to see his face on billboards in the New York City subway system. Watts and Kerr also look across every team in the Western Conference and explain why Monterey Bay FC and Oakland Roots SC should be teams to watch after transformational offseasons at both clubs, lay out how high the expectations should be for Lexington SC after the ambitious additions it has made throughout the offseason, and pick out which games you should be tuned into in Week 1. Tune in live to SiriusXM FC (Ch. 157) every Tuesday night for new episodes throughout the 2026 campaign. Sign up for our newsletters: https://www.uslchampionship.com/newsletter https://www.uslsuperleague.com/newsletter/ https://uslsoccer.com/ For more content and social media: USL Championship https://linktr.ee/UnitedSoccerLeague USL League One https://linktr.ee/uslleagueone Gainbridge Super League https://linktr.ee/GainbridgeSuperLeague USL W League https://linktr.ee/USLWLeague USL League Two https://linktr.ee/uslleaguetwo USL HQ https://linktr.ee/USLHQ 0:00:00- Intro 0:04:52- Sebastian Lleget to Monterey Bay FC 0:06:55- Devon's Transfer Standouts 0:10:26- Devon and Mike with Brooklyn FC's Marlon LeBlanc 0:47:41- Western Conference Preview 0:48:16- Colorado Springs Making Changes 0:49:28- Junior Gonzalez, Rubio Rubin, and more to El Paso 0:50:55- Vets Ready to Perform for Las Vegas Lights FC 0:52:06- Lexington SC Makes a Splash Again 0:53:15- Monterey Bay FC Looks for Depth 0:54:35- Dennis Sanchez Magic in New Mexico 0:56:11- Dev is Big on Oakland's Offseason 0:57:12- Orange County Getting Younger 0:58:08- Phoenix Looking to Stay Healthy this Time 0:59:28- San Antonio Making Changes 1:00:01- Tulsa FC Finds Chance Creation 1:01:10- Close Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What Mark-Anthony Kaye, Memo Rodriguez are bringing to Sacramento Republic FC

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:28:51 +0000

On the latest edition of USL All Access, Mike Watts and Devon Kerr welcome new Sacramento Republic FC signings Mark-Anthony Kaye and Memo Rodriguez to discuss landing at Heart Health Park, how their games have evolved since they began their careers in the USL Championship before moving on to success in Major League Soccer, which country each believes will win the upcoming FIFA World Cup, and jog Rodriguez’s memory about a goal he scored in Sacramento a decade ago. Watts and Kerr also check into the latest news from around the league, including Taylor Calheira’s transfer from FC Tulsa to Sporting Kansas City for a club-record fee, and dive into every club in the Eastern Conference, highlighting the new arrivals and difference-makers you need to know going into the 2026 USL Championship season. Tune in live to SiriusXM FC (Ch. 157) every Tuesday night for new episodes throughout the 2026 campaign. Sign up for our newsletters: https://www.uslchampionship.com/newsletter https://www.uslsuperleague.com/newsletter/ https://uslsoccer.com/ For more content and social media: USL Championship https://linktr.ee/UnitedSoccerLeague USL League One https://linktr.ee/uslleagueone Gainbridge Super League https://linktr.ee/GainbridgeSuperLeague USL W League https://linktr.ee/USLWLeague USL League Two https://linktr.ee/uslleaguetwo USL HQ https://linktr.ee/USLHQ 0:00:00- Intro 0:01:37- Cameron Lancaster Retirement 0:05:06- Previewing New Arrivals: Mark-Anthony Kaye and Memo Rodriguez and Sacramento Republic's Trajectory 0:08:10- Transfer Headlines for FC Tulsa 0:09:04- Monterey Bay FC and Omari Glasgow 0:09:58- Jozy Altidore joins OKC Ownership 0:10:40- Devon and Mike's Conversation with New Sacramento Signings Mark-Anthony Kaye and Memo Rodriguez 0:30:25- Rejoin and Eastern Conference Preview 0:31:35- Birmingham and Jay Heaps 0:33:24- Brooklyn FC Outlook 0:34:31- Charleston Battery Major Departures 0:36:12- Detroit City FC and DNA 0:38:10- Hartford Athletic Arrivals and Departures 0:40:25- Indy Eleven Key Changes 0:42:00- Loudoun United is Very Different 0:43:42- Not Worried About Louisville City FC 0:45:21- Rest of the East 0:48:00- Close Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Where Rob Vincent is aiming to take Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC next

booking@podgo.io (Matt Fischer) — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:03:58 +0000

On the 2026 season premiere of USL All Access, Mike Watts and Devon Kerr welcome Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC Head Coach Rob Kerr to reflect on last year’s run to the club’s first league title in its 26-year history, the tactical shifts that occurred after he took the reins late in the regular season, what it means to celebrate with the travelling Steel Army, and the club’s future plans including stadium expansion at Highmark Stadium and the potential to join USL Premier. Watts and Kerr also dig into a busy offseason, explain why they think Marlon LeBlanc could be the biggest coaching arrival in the league this season at expansion club Brooklyn FC, what Peter Luccin’s appointment as Atletico Dallas’ first Head Coach ahead of its 2027 arrival in the Championship means for the club, and what Jay Heaps can bring to Birmingham Legion as he returns to the sideline at a critical moment for the club. Tune in live to SiriusXM FC (Ch. 157) when the show returns next season ahead of the 2026 campaign. About the Official USL YouTube Channel: Here you will find all the latest videos from the USL Super League, USL Championship, USL League One, USL League Two, W League, and USL Academy including highlights from across the leagues, full-length matches, special features and much more. Want more? Sign up for our newsletters: https://www.uslchampionship.com/newsletter https://www.uslsuperleague.com/newsletter/ https://uslsoccer.com/ More from our Super League: https://www.gainbridgesuperleague.com/ https://x.com/GainbridgeSL https://www.facebook.com/gainbridgesuperleague https://www.instagram.com/gainbridgesuperleague/ More from our Championship League: https://uslchampionship.com/ https://twitter.com/USLChampionship/ https://www.facebook.com/USLChampionship/ https://instagram.com/USLChampionship/ More from our League One: https://uslleagueone.com/ https://twitter.com/USLLeagueOne/ https://www.facebook.com/USLLeagueOne/ https://instagram.com/USLLeagueOne/ More from our League Two: https://uslleaguetwo.com/ https://twitter.com/USLLeagueTwo/ https://www.facebook.com/USLLeagueTwo/ https://instagram.com/USLLeagueTwo/ 0:00:00- Intro 0:01:47- Vacations and an Eventful Offseason 0:02:32- Arrivals and Departures from USL Championship 0:05:22- Schedule Updates Amid World Cup 0:07:22- Television Partners and Matchups 0:10:28- Reminiscing on Rob Vincent's Riverhounds' Championship Run 0:14:18- Marlon LeBlanc's Pedigree and Brooklyn FC 0:16:08- Birmingham and Jay Heaps' New Move 0:18:45- Junior Gonzalez Returns to USL Championship 0:20:18- Anthony Limbrick with Loudoun United FC 0:20:34- Mac Hemmi with Lexington Sporting Club 0:21:19- Monterey Bay FC's New Scouting Efforts 0:21:41- Taylor Davila Renews 0:23:23- Devon and Mike's Conversation with Rob Vincent 0:48:45- Close Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.