https://simplecast.com Presented by pro indoor soccer club Empire Strykers, Soccer in 60 airs weekly on Southern California-based FOX Sports Radio 1270AM. The show, which features contributors from the area's best local footy podcasts as well as some of the top local and national soccer journalists, is unique in covering all five of the major professional teams in Greater Los Angeles. Tune in to stay up to date on MLS rivals LAFC and LA Galaxy, the MASL's Empire Strykers, NWSL outfit Angel City FC and Orange County SC of the USL Championship. Whether you’re listening in LA County, the OC, Ventura County, the IE (Inland Empire) or anywhere else around the world, Soccer in 60 will keep you entertained with fascinating conversations and high-profile guests such as national team stars, head coaches, and club officials. Fresh episodes drop every Thursday. Watch Soccer in 60 on YouTube! => https://www.youtube.com/@EmpireStrykers/streams Soccerin60 en Thu, 9 Apr 2026 19:19:44 +0000 Thu, 9 Apr 2026 19:42:56 +0000 https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/2ebe6ce1-b83b-4766-97e6-c89982ea2299/a1d08096-394e-448b-9ff9-3196f71106fe/3000x3000/whatsapp-20image-202024-12-18-20at-2012-29-23-20pm.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com episodic Presented by pro indoor soccer club Empire Strykers, Soccer in 60 airs weekly on Southern California-based FOX Sports Radio 1270AM. The show, which features contributors from the area's best local footy podcasts as well as some of the top local and national soccer journalists, is unique in covering all five of the major professional teams in Greater Los Angeles. Tune in to stay up to date on MLS rivals LAFC and LA Galaxy, the MASL's Empire Strykers, NWSL outfit Angel City FC and Orange County SC of the USL Championship. Whether you’re listening in LA County, the OC, Ventura County, the IE (Inland Empire) or anywhere else around the world, Soccer in 60 will keep you entertained with fascinating conversations and high-profile guests such as national team stars, head coaches, and club officials. Fresh episodes drop every Thursday. Watch Soccer in 60 on YouTube! => https://www.youtube.com/@EmpireStrykers/streams Empire Strykers, FOX Sports 1270AM false https://feeds.simplecast.com/v5kJi86H angel city, arena soccer, california, radio show, championship, empire strykers, fc, strykers, galaxy, ocsc, indoor soccer, inland empire, la, lafc, los angeles, masl, mls, radio, nwsl, oc, orange county, sc, soccer, usl, acfc Empire Strykers gberndt@theempirestrykers.com b4b1f9e3-7dda-43c5-aabb-1dfe0e00d19c Thu, 9 Apr 2026 19:19:44 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/empire-captain-interim-head-coach-robert-palmer-4-9-26-cRp3bEdD Empire captain & Interim Head Coach Robert Palmer (4/9/26) Empire Strykers 00:56:52 The Empire Strykers’ two-time MASL Defensive Player of the Year, Robert Palmer, takes us inside his team’s recent playoff series against Milwaukee, getting Empire into the postseason after taking over as player-coach, the challenge of filling both roles during a game, and the tension of which one to focus on going forward. As always, we also cover all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City, and Orange County SC. The Empire Strykers’ two-time MASL Defensive Player of the Year, Robert Palmer, takes us inside his team’s recent playoff series against Milwaukee, getting Empire into the postseason after taking over as player-coach, the challenge of filling both roles during a game, and the tension of which one to focus on going forward. As always, we also cover all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City, and Orange County SC. false full 108 59928a7c-e682-473f-a28f-91a8c9185721 Thu, 2 Apr 2026 20:54:11 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/si60-kmU4MauC-vasbekRO Si60: Orange County Player of the Year Nico Benalcázar (4/2/26) Empire Strykers 00:57:59 Check out this week’s episode of FOX Sports 1270AM’s “Soccer in 60” as reigning Orange County SC Player of the Year Nico Benalcázar tells us why he sometimes pretends to be working on his laptop, what’s made OCSC the elite defensive team of early 2026, what he thought of the performance in the huge win at Oakland, and how he plans to watch the World Cup if he’s not playing for Ecuador. As always, we also cover all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Empire Strykers. Check out this week’s episode of FOX Sports 1270AM’s “Soccer in 60” as reigning Orange County SC Player of the Year Nico Benalcázar tells us why he sometimes pretends to be working on his laptop, what’s made OCSC the elite defensive team of early 2026, what he thought of the performance in the huge win at Oakland, and how he plans to watch the World Cup if he’s not playing for Ecuador. As always, we also cover all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Empire Strykers. false full 107 b3a231b1-af15-409a-952c-f2cb8a8db411 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 22:31:56 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/apple-tvs-former-uswnt-star-lori-lindsey-3-26-26-9F_BWpsK Apple TV’s former USWNT star Lori Lindsey (3/26/26) Empire Strykers 00:58:15 Apple TV and CBS Sports’ former U.S. star Lori Lindsey talks about Greg Vanney’s job security amid the LA Galaxy’s bumpy start to 2026, the controversy surrounding Son Heung-min and the pragmatic tactics of record-setting LAFC, the identity of Alex Straus’ high-flying Angel City ahead of the massive clash with Houston, and lots more. As always, we also cover all things Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. Apple TV and CBS Sports’ former U.S. star Lori Lindsey talks about Greg Vanney’s job security amid the LA Galaxy’s bumpy start to 2026, the controversy surrounding Son Heung-min and the pragmatic tactics of record-setting LAFC, the identity of Alex Straus’ high-flying Angel City ahead of the massive clash with Houston, and lots more. As always, we also cover all things Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 106 6ee5ff57-086c-46d5-a60b-af5bffdbbbbb Fri, 20 Mar 2026 05:07:20 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/empire-strykers-defender-ben-suddeth-3-19-26-6znT80e_ Empire Strykers defender Ben Suddeth (3/19/26) Empire Strykers 00:57:41 The Empire Strykers' rising rookie Ben Suddeth talks about being adopted as a young child and wanting to explore his South Korean roots, what has allowed him to log a lot more MASL minutes lately, the huge upset win at Milwaukee, Sunday’s key clash with Utica, and lots more. As always, we also cover all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. The Empire Strykers' rising rookie Ben Suddeth talks about being adopted as a young child and wanting to explore his South Korean roots, what has allowed him to log a lot more MASL minutes lately, the huge upset win at Milwaukee, Sunday’s key clash with Utica, and lots more. As always, we also cover all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. false full 105 6c23ec30-ea88-496d-88d1-814a3faab4e4 Thu, 12 Mar 2026 20:03:29 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/angel-city-us-youth-phenom-taylor-suarez-3-12-26-ITnslL44 Angel City & U.S. youth phenom Taylor Suarez (3/12/26) Empire Strykers 01:00:01 U.S. youth phenom Taylor Suarez talks about skipping three years of high school and college to join Angel City, how she relates to her Puerto Rican and Portuguese roots, why the interview might make her dad mad, her thoughts on the season opener vs. Chicago, and lots more. As always, we also cover all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. U.S. youth phenom Taylor Suarez talks about skipping three years of high school and college to join Angel City, how she relates to her Puerto Rican and Portuguese roots, why the interview might make her dad mad, her thoughts on the season opener vs. Chicago, and lots more. As always, we also cover all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 104 da4fe879-8dae-4837-a63b-871ac1c038f7 Thu, 5 Mar 2026 20:32:52 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/lafc-head-coach-marc-dos-santos-3-5-26-ZQgwwLQw LAFC Head Coach Marc Dos Santos (3/5/26) Empire Strykers 00:57:42 LAFC Head Coach Marc Dos Santos talks about balancing winning now with developing major prospects like David Martínez, how tough it was to convince Stephen Eustáquio to join the club, his thoughts on the win at Houston, and the upcoming MLS and Champions Cup games, his relationship with his brother and fellow coach Phil, and more. As always, we also dive into all things LA Galaxy, Angel City, Empire Strykers, and Orange County SC. LAFC Head Coach Marc Dos Santos talks about balancing winning now with developing major prospects like David Martínez, how tough it was to convince Stephen Eustáquio to join the club, his thoughts on the win at Houston, and the upcoming MLS and Champions Cup games, his relationship with his brother and fellow coach Phil, and more. As always, we also dive into all things LA Galaxy, Angel City, Empire Strykers, and Orange County SC. false full 103 ff0a4dc6-d01b-4df0-ac3b-aa9ae63275b8 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 01:15:00 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/empires-dinamo-kyiv-product-zahkar-shkidchenko-EBBaliv3 Empire’s Dinamo Kyiv product Zakhar Shkidchenko Empire Strykers 00:57:30 New Empire Strykers forward Zakhar Shkidchenko talks about coming up alongside current Chelsea winger Mykhaylo Mudryk and PSG center back Ilya Zabarnyi, how his dad kept him from quitting soccer, the ways Russia’s war against his native Ukraine has affected his family and friends, scoring a brace in his second ever MASL game, and lots more. As always, we also talk all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. New Empire Strykers forward Zakhar Shkidchenko talks about coming up alongside current Chelsea winger Mykhaylo Mudryk and PSG center back Ilya Zabarnyi, how his dad kept him from quitting soccer, the ways Russia’s war against his native Ukraine has affected his family and friends, scoring a brace in his second ever MASL game, and lots more. As always, we also talk all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. false full 102 e1811fbd-4bb0-4dc1-a1cb-2015eafbad10 Fri, 20 Feb 2026 01:24:19 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/kara-lang-romero-kcal-sports-central-canwnt-2-19-26-BaqWxYUS Kara Lang Romero - KCAL Sports Central / CanWNT (2/19/26) Empire Strykers 00:57:04 Check out this week’s episode of FOX Sports 1270AM’s “Soccer in 60” as KCAL Sports Central’s Canada legend Kara Lang Romero joins the panel to break down LAFC and LA Galaxy’s Champions League and MLS openers, why Stephen Eustáquio is a huge addition for the Black & Gold, how she rates the Galaxy roster, what we can expect from Angel City in 2026, and lots more. As always, we also talk all things Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. Check out this week’s episode of FOX Sports 1270AM’s “Soccer in 60” as KCAL Sports Central’s Canada legend Kara Lang Romero joins the panel to break down LAFC and LA Galaxy’s Champions League and MLS openers, why Stephen Eustáquio is a huge addition for the Black & Gold, how she rates the Galaxy roster, what we can expect from Angel City in 2026, and lots more. As always, we also talk all things Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 101 1a444d8b-e39f-4010-bf28-8ca29a50a4b5 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 03:50:13 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/2-12-with-empire-head-coach-onua-obasi-black-history-month-edition-EzK5FhKY 2/12 with Empire Head Coach Onua Obasi (Black History Month Edition) Empire Strykers 00:58:31 Check out the Black History Month episode of FOX Sports 1270AM’s “Soccer in 60” as Onua Obasi of the Empire Strykers discusses his Nigerian heritage, whether he feels pressure as one of the few Black head coaches at the highest levels of the sport, and how a family tragedy further fueled his passion for social equity and criminal justice reform. We also get briefed on the Strykers’ preparations for a crucial run of games and talk LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. Check out the Black History Month episode of FOX Sports 1270AM’s “Soccer in 60” as Onua Obasi of the Empire Strykers discusses his Nigerian heritage, whether he feels pressure as one of the few Black head coaches at the highest levels of the sport, and how a family tragedy further fueled his passion for social equity and criminal justice reform. We also get briefed on the Strykers’ preparations for a crucial run of games and talk LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. false full 100 fcf09e8c-662c-48cf-b2cc-f83c03a68a1b Thu, 5 Feb 2026 20:09:57 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/2-5-with-oc-head-coach-danny-stone-ox_f1Nuz 2/5 with OC Head Coach Danny Stone Empire Strykers 00:57:47 Check out this week’s episode of FOX Sports 1270AM’s “Soccer in 60” as Orange County SC Head Coach Danny Stone breaks down his team’s recent scrimmage against the LA Galaxy, the current state of the roster, what makes OC is so good at attracting and developing top talent, why Irvine’s Great Park is an ideal home for the club, and more. As always, we also discuss all things LAFC, Galaxy, Angel City and Empire Strykers. Check out this week’s episode of FOX Sports 1270AM’s “Soccer in 60” as Orange County SC Head Coach Danny Stone breaks down his team’s recent scrimmage against the LA Galaxy, the current state of the roster, what makes OC is so good at attracting and developing top talent, why Irvine’s Great Park is an ideal home for the club, and more. As always, we also discuss all things LAFC, Galaxy, Angel City and Empire Strykers. false full 99 7bc90176-b031-4c44-b459-9614203e8e7a Thu, 29 Jan 2026 20:40:29 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/1-29-with-empires-ex-cuba-futsal-star-walter-diaz-gonzalez-cRBCLGHT 1/29 with Empire's ex-Cuba futsal star Walter Díaz González Empire Strykers 00:57:30 Former Cuba futsal international Walter Díaz González talks to us about growing up in Havana, his rise to MASL stardom with the Empire Strykers, the club’s exceptional form of late, the upcoming road clashes with Kansas City and Baltimore, and lots more. As always, we also discuss all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. Former Cuba futsal international Walter Díaz González talks to us about growing up in Havana, his rise to MASL stardom with the Empire Strykers, the club’s exceptional form of late, the upcoming road clashes with Kansas City and Baltimore, and lots more. As always, we also discuss all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. false full 98 78878a81-448d-443d-b309-83225d35a764 Sat, 24 Jan 2026 01:01:35 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/1-22-with-angel-city-head-coach-alex-straus-4ycNSRHc 1/22 with Angel City Head Coach Alex Straus Empire Strykers 00:58:21 Angel City Head Coach Alex Straus shares whether he’s been to Disneyland, reflects on his side missing the playoffs in 2025, breaks down the blockbuster signings of Ary Borges and Emily Sams, and tells us why “there will be championships here.” As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. Angel City Head Coach Alex Straus shares whether he’s been to Disneyland, reflects on his side missing the playoffs in 2025, breaks down the blockbuster signings of Ary Borges and Emily Sams, and tells us why “there will be championships here.” As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 97 54db22eb-9a40-47e4-ac5e-dc785ff5de69 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 20:13:00 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/1-15-with-new-empire-strykers-forward-qutus-lawal-rKtUyt99 1/15 with new Empire Strykers forward Qutus Lawal Empire Strykers 00:57:29 Brand-new Empire Strykers forward Qutus Lawal opens up about two traumatic events in his youth, breaks down what led to Empire’s big win over Tacoma, looks ahead to a tough road swing, and warns opponents that “this is my team now.” As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. Brand-new Empire Strykers forward Qutus Lawal opens up about two traumatic events in his youth, breaks down what led to Empire’s big win over Tacoma, looks ahead to a tough road swing, and warns opponents that “this is my team now.” As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. false full 96 d713e0ed-3c99-410e-b993-ec719f22ec72 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 19:42:49 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/1-8-with-apple-tvs-michele-giannone-QlHMuQPB 1/8 with Apple TV’s Michele Giannone Empire Strykers 00:58:30 Apple TV’s Michele Giannone breaks down the full scope of the Riqui Puig news and what it means for the Galaxy, the reason he feels LAFC needs more signings in midfield, why it made him happy to see Mexican star Marco Fabián join the Empire Strykers, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Angel City and Orange County SC. Apple TV’s Michele Giannone breaks down the full scope of the Riqui Puig news and what it means for the Galaxy, the reason he feels LAFC needs more signings in midfield, why it made him happy to see Mexican star Marco Fabián join the Empire Strykers, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Angel City and Orange County SC. false full 95 d281574a-edde-4943-88d1-ce9976dc3478 Thu, 1 Jan 2026 23:19:32 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/1-1-with-empire-goalkeeper-claysson-de-lima-kevin-baxter-la-times-ZiMEpPfM 1/1 with Empire goalkeeper Claysson De Lima & Kevin Baxter (LA Times) Empire Strykers 00:58:30 Kevin Baxter of the LA Times tells us how he rates Angel City’s roster by position, why Justin Haak picked the Galaxy over more money and a longer contract, and what makes LAFC’s Schaffelburg signing “a really big pick-up.” We also get you caught up on Orange County SC and talk to Empire Strykers goalkeeper Claysson De Lima about his recent injury, the frustrating loss at Milwaukee, and Saturday’s massive clash at San Diego. Kevin Baxter of the LA Times tells us how he rates Angel City’s roster by position, why Justin Haak picked the Galaxy over more money and a longer contract, and what makes LAFC’s Schaffelburg signing “a really big pick-up.” We also get you caught up on Orange County SC and talk to Empire Strykers goalkeeper Claysson De Lima about his recent injury, the frustrating loss at Milwaukee, and Saturday’s massive clash at San Diego. false full 94 d1acd86f-adb5-4ef2-a4fe-6e711f3a74e1 Thu, 25 Dec 2025 21:01:14 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/12-25-with-empire-captain-robert-palmer-kevin-baxter-la-times-uNvrxS9w 12/25 with Empire captain Robert Palmer & Kevin Baxter (LA Times) Empire Strykers 00:58:07 Check out the latest episode of FOX Sports 1270AM’s “Soccer in 60” as we talk to Empire Strykers captain Robert Palmer about his attacking success, the losses to St. Louis and Tacoma, and the upcoming NYE clash with Milwaukee. LA Times soccer writer Kevin Baxter tells us why he doesn’t give Angel City Head Coach Alex Straus “a lot of grace,” what makes him skeptical of LAFC’s Dos Santos hire, and why LA Galaxy’s blockbuster signing of Jakob Glesnes is “a gamble.” As always, we also get you caught up on all things Orange County SC. Check out the latest episode of FOX Sports 1270AM’s “Soccer in 60” as we talk to Empire Strykers captain Robert Palmer about his attacking success, the losses to St. Louis and Tacoma, and the upcoming NYE clash with Milwaukee. LA Times soccer writer Kevin Baxter tells us why he doesn’t give Angel City Head Coach Alex Straus “a lot of grace,” what makes him skeptical of LAFC’s Dos Santos hire, and why LA Galaxy’s blockbuster signing of Jakob Glesnes is “a gamble.” As always, we also get you caught up on all things Orange County SC. false full 93 dabe4fff-b096-431b-83c3-59328ebc640d Tue, 23 Dec 2025 21:18:06 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/12-18-with-ex-la-galaxy-goalkeeper-coach-daniel-gonzalez-bwgmJ9T1 12/18 with ex-LA Galaxy Goalkeeper Coach Daniel Gonzalez Empire Strykers 00:58:32 Check out this week’s episode of FOX Sports 1270AM and KMET 1490AM's “Soccer in 60” as former LA Galaxy Goalkeeper Coach Daniel Gonzalez tells us why he feels his old club has “the best defender in MLS” but the wrong backstops, why LAFC made a mistake by re-signing Lloris, whether Head Coach Straus will succeed at Angel City, what makes Empire netminder Orozco so good, and whether he considers himself a World Cup winner. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Orange County SC. Check out this week’s episode of FOX Sports 1270AM and KMET 1490AM's “Soccer in 60” as former LA Galaxy Goalkeeper Coach Daniel Gonzalez tells us why he feels his old club has “the best defender in MLS” but the wrong backstops, why LAFC made a mistake by re-signing Lloris, whether Head Coach Straus will succeed at Angel City, what makes Empire netminder Orozco so good, and whether he considers himself a World Cup winner. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Orange County SC. false full 92 ada5532a-d7db-411c-9fc6-763cfb43d6c7 Tue, 23 Dec 2025 21:15:34 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/12-11-with-apple-tvs-mls-legend-dax-mccarty-Xm4cH9ov 12/11 with Apple TV’s MLS legend Dax McCarty Empire Strykers 00:58:05 Check out this week’s episode of FOX Sports 1270AM’s “Soccer in 60” as Apple TV’s MLS legend Dax McCarty shares how 2025 should factor into Greg Vanney’s legacy, whether the Galaxy has a problem with the local community, how he rates Cherundolo’s LAFC tenure, why the Dos Santos hire might be considered “underwhelming,” and what roster moves are most urgent for both clubs. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. Check out this week’s episode of FOX Sports 1270AM’s “Soccer in 60” as Apple TV’s MLS legend Dax McCarty shares how 2025 should factor into Greg Vanney’s legacy, whether the Galaxy has a problem with the local community, how he rates Cherundolo’s LAFC tenure, why the Dos Santos hire might be considered “underwhelming,” and what roster moves are most urgent for both clubs. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 92 c14f5f04-7869-4442-8974-3598669af35a Thu, 4 Dec 2025 22:42:33 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/12-4-with-masl-coach-of-the-year-onua-obasi-empire-strykers-tOOv_skc 12/4 with MASL Coach of the Year Onua Obasi (Empire Strykers) Empire Strykers 00:57:05 Check out this week’s episode of FOX Sports 1270AM’s “Soccer in 60” as the Empire Strykers’ MASL Coach of the Year, Onua Obasi, explains why he’s tweaked his groundbreaking tactics, breaks down the dramatic rivalry win in his team’s opener at San Diego, analyzes the game-winning heroics by captain Robert Palmer, previews the massive rematch in Ontario, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy Angel City and Orange County SC. Check out this week’s episode of FOX Sports 1270AM’s “Soccer in 60” as the Empire Strykers’ MASL Coach of the Year, Onua Obasi, explains why he’s tweaked his groundbreaking tactics, breaks down the dramatic rivalry win in his team’s opener at San Diego, analyzes the game-winning heroics by captain Robert Palmer, previews the massive rematch in Ontario, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy Angel City and Orange County SC. false full 91 15a22813-01f2-445e-a42d-c32cbfc11c82 Thu, 27 Nov 2025 21:03:01 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/si60-112725-NtWJAaDr 11/27 with broadcasting legend & MASL media exec JP Dellacamera Empire Strykers 00:57:36 Broadcasting legend and top MASL media executive JP Dellacamera rates Empire and San Diego ahead of Friday’s rivalry clash, explains the league’s big TV and streaming deals, shares how many expansion teams could join for next season, unveils whether he might run for MLS Commissioner, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. Broadcasting legend and top MASL media executive JP Dellacamera rates Empire and San Diego ahead of Friday’s rivalry clash, explains the league’s big TV and streaming deals, shares how many expansion teams could join for next season, unveils whether he might run for MLS Commissioner, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. false full 90 26d417b5-cd9f-43f3-8be5-11c0730d0ca0 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 23:33:35 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/si60-112025-FUreDbeQ 11/20 with new Empire Strykers forward Ant Powell Empire Strykers 00:47:30 Recent Empire Strykers signing Ant Powell shares what helped him set an MASL career high in points per game last season, whether he feels he’s clicking with Empire’s game-changing attack and tactics, how he reflects on his time playing in Europe, his mindset heading into the season opener vs. San Diego, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. Recent Empire Strykers signing Ant Powell shares what helped him set an MASL career high in points per game last season, whether he feels he’s clicking with Empire’s game-changing attack and tactics, how he reflects on his time playing in Europe, his mindset heading into the season opener vs. San Diego, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. false full 89 0143ce6a-d7ae-4e75-90f0-46dc30f4c287 Thu, 13 Nov 2025 22:42:10 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/si60-111325-vLmlFGGU 11/13 with Angel City play-by-play voice Isaac Lowenkron Empire Strykers 00:58:12 The voice of Angel City on iHeartRadio, Isaac Lowenkron, rates Head Coach Alex Straus’ tenure so far and talks about the impact of Alyssa Thompson’s departure, whether he sees a leadership vacuum with key veterans leaving, which players make him excited for the future, the recent dip in attendance, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. The voice of Angel City on iHeartRadio, Isaac Lowenkron, rates Head Coach Alex Straus’ tenure so far and talks about the impact of Alyssa Thompson’s departure, whether he sees a leadership vacuum with key veterans leaving, which players make him excited for the future, the recent dip in attendance, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 88 13bd924c-5e96-4e14-8170-01a613507554 Thu, 6 Nov 2025 20:13:56 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/11-6-with-apple-tvs-ex-us-star-maurice-edu-UeDbIKlo 11/6 with Apple TV’s ex-U.S. star Maurice Edu Empire Strykers 00:57:45 Apple TV’s former USMNT star Maurice Edu talks to us about what 2025 means for Greg Vanney’s coaching legacy, the Galaxy’s most urgent roster needs, how LAFC managed to dominate the away leg at Austin, what he expects from the blockbuster series against Vancouver, and more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. Apple TV’s former USMNT star Maurice Edu talks to us about what 2025 means for Greg Vanney’s coaching legacy, the Galaxy’s most urgent roster needs, how LAFC managed to dominate the away leg at Austin, what he expects from the blockbuster series against Vancouver, and more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 87 9ff9d183-6226-48a9-92e0-f87ba8b9edd3 Thu, 30 Oct 2025 19:07:08 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/10-30-with-masl-commissioner-keith-tozer-Gm3Z0YjM 10/30 with MASL Commissioner Keith Tozer Empire Strykers 00:56:50 Check out this week’s episode of FOX Sports 1270AM’s “Soccer in 60” as MASL Commissioner Keith Tozer talks to us about why four fewer teams will compete in 2025-26, what the enhanced league-wide standards mean for fans, where folks can watch the action this season, what drove the decision to expand into Northern California, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. Check out this week’s episode of FOX Sports 1270AM’s “Soccer in 60” as MASL Commissioner Keith Tozer talks to us about why four fewer teams will compete in 2025-26, what the enhanced league-wide standards mean for fans, where folks can watch the action this season, what drove the decision to expand into Northern California, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. false full 86 438ae6b8-10ce-41dc-8d7c-f8632272e0fe Thu, 23 Oct 2025 18:14:48 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/10-23-with-galaxy-head-coach-greg-vanney-apple-tvs-keith-costigan-b3pxX0T3 10/23 with Galaxy Head Coach Greg Vanney & Apple TV’s Keith Costigan Empire Strykers 00:56:50 We talk LA Galaxy and LAFC with Apple TV’s Keith Costigan and are joined by Galaxy Head Coach Greg Vanney. The former MLS Coach of the Year shares how his side turned things around after a miserable start to 2025, what lessons he’s taken away from an extremely challenging campaign, which roster needs he considers most urgent, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. We talk LA Galaxy and LAFC with Apple TV’s Keith Costigan and are joined by Galaxy Head Coach Greg Vanney. The former MLS Coach of the Year shares how his side turned things around after a miserable start to 2025, what lessons he’s taken away from an extremely challenging campaign, which roster needs he considers most urgent, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 85 fe9da286-d245-4d64-b888-afad1250193d Tue, 21 Oct 2025 04:31:18 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/10-16-with-empire-strykers-defender-tst-champ-filipe-dutra-raP3AINe 10/16 with Empire Strykers defender & TST champ Filipe Dutra Empire Strykers 00:58:58 New Empire Strykers defender Filipe Dutra talks to us about winning TST under Strykers Head Coach Obasi, why joining Empire makes him feel he’s “home,” wanting to return to his native Brazil as a child, his goals as an MASL rookie, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. New Empire Strykers defender Filipe Dutra talks to us about winning TST under Strykers Head Coach Obasi, why joining Empire makes him feel he’s “home,” wanting to return to his native Brazil as a child, his goals as an MASL rookie, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. false full 84 14f68515-6f42-4dcb-91a3-c1ded9e4836b Tue, 21 Oct 2025 04:28:16 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/10-9-with-ex-ucla-galaxy-oc-forward-chandler-hoffman-eT7Mj0Pd 10/9 with ex-UCLA, Galaxy & OC forward Chandler Hoffman Empire Strykers 00:59:58 Former UCLA, LA Galaxy and Orange County SC forward Chandler Hoffman talks to us about playing with Beckham, Donovan and Keane, why are so much tougher this season for Pec and Paintsil, joining OCSC at the height of the COVID pandemic, his recent appointment as NISA Commissioner, and lots more. As always, we also get you up to speed up on all the clubs we cover (LAFC, Galaxy, Angel City, Empire Strykers, OC). Former UCLA, LA Galaxy and Orange County SC forward Chandler Hoffman talks to us about playing with Beckham, Donovan and Keane, why are so much tougher this season for Pec and Paintsil, joining OCSC at the height of the COVID pandemic, his recent appointment as NISA Commissioner, and lots more. As always, we also get you up to speed up on all the clubs we cover (LAFC, Galaxy, Angel City, Empire Strykers, OC). false full 83 283d9530-14aa-4196-ae5b-4676fa579922 Thu, 2 Oct 2025 18:58:55 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/10-2-with-new-empire-strykers-midfielder-steven-chavez-Ex0PIH47 10/2 with new Empire Strykers midfielder Steven Chávez Empire Strykers 00:57:32 New Empire Strykers midfielder Steven Chávez tells us what it means to be reuniting with several ex-teammates after his breakout MASL campaign with Texas, how he feels he fits into Empire’s stacked attack and Coach Obasi’s revolutionary system, what parts of SoCal he looks forward to exploring, how he defines personal success in 2025-26, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC.10/2 with new Empire Strykers midfielder Steven Chávez New Empire Strykers midfielder Steven Chávez tells us what it means to be reuniting with several ex-teammates after his breakout MASL campaign with Texas, how he feels he fits into Empire’s stacked attack and Coach Obasi’s revolutionary system, what parts of SoCal he looks forward to exploring, how he defines personal success in 2025-26, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC.10/2 with new Empire Strykers midfielder Steven Chávez false full 82 7af0561b-f034-48cf-8cbd-c8604b8ee89e Thu, 25 Sep 2025 20:18:19 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/9-25-with-lafc-canada-midfielder-mathieu-choiniere-lmVrCBiS 9/25 with LAFC & Canada midfielder Mathieu Choinière Empire Strykers 00:57:49 LAFC’s Mathieu Choinière shares what’s made the Black & Gold so dominant with Son in the lineup, whether he feels any pressure to win trophies with the club, how close his Canada squad is to reaching World Cup form, his relationship with his brother and fellow pro soccer player David, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LA Galaxy, Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. LAFC’s Mathieu Choinière shares what’s made the Black & Gold so dominant with Son in the lineup, whether he feels any pressure to win trophies with the club, how close his Canada squad is to reaching World Cup form, his relationship with his brother and fellow pro soccer player David, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LA Galaxy, Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. true full 81 b90b5e68-659c-44c1-ad3e-cdca72b67d1d Thu, 18 Sep 2025 18:12:09 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/9-18-with-angel-city-iceland-attacker-sveindis-jonsdottir-WQ4O_IxP 9/18 with Angel City & Iceland attacker Sveindís Jónsdóttir Empire Strykers 00:57:55 Angel City and Iceland sensation Sveindís Jónsdóttir shares why she traded her German success for an experiment halfway around the world, what’s most fun about playing in the NWSL, how close she feels to mastering Head Coach Straus’ elaborate tactics, and more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. Angel City and Iceland sensation Sveindís Jónsdóttir shares why she traded her German success for an experiment halfway around the world, what’s most fun about playing in the NWSL, how close she feels to mastering Head Coach Straus’ elaborate tactics, and more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 80 2ab5ed41-04dc-4d89-82db-f49835cbe528 Thu, 11 Sep 2025 22:01:21 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/9-11-with-apple-tvs-canada-legend-kaylyn-kyle-8lMORVyc 9/11 with Apple TV's Canada legend Kaylyn Kyle Empire Strykers 00:57:27 Apple TV's ex-Canada star Kaylyn Kyle shares her assessment of LAFC since Son’s arrival, whether Cherundolo and Vanney are still the right men for their jobs, if the Galaxy stands chance of getting one back on Seattle, why she likes Alyssa Thompson’s move from Angel City to Chelsea, and lots more. As always, we also talk Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. Apple TV's ex-Canada star Kaylyn Kyle shares her assessment of LAFC since Son’s arrival, whether Cherundolo and Vanney are still the right men for their jobs, if the Galaxy stands chance of getting one back on Seattle, why she likes Alyssa Thompson’s move from Angel City to Chelsea, and lots more. As always, we also talk Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 79 4e388083-b8a5-492b-ac98-35dfbfcfd615 Fri, 5 Sep 2025 00:21:02 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/9-4-on-foxsports-radio-with-israel-sesay-ex-galaxy-ocsc-empire-2VyyIvx4 9/4 on FOX Sports Radio with Israel Sesay (ex-Galaxy, OC & Empire) Empire Strykers 00:58:27 In our FOX Sports Radio 1270AM debut, SoCal soccer legend Israel Sesay talks to us about his life since retiring back in April, the insane final game of his Empire Strykers career, making LA Galaxy history and playing with David Beckham after escaping war-torn Sierra Leone, being a pioneer in the early days of Orange County SC, and lots more. As always, we also discuss all the latest surrounding LAFC, the Galaxy, Angel City, Empire and OCSC. In our FOX Sports Radio 1270AM debut, SoCal soccer legend Israel Sesay talks to us about his life since retiring back in April, the insane final game of his Empire Strykers career, making LA Galaxy history and playing with David Beckham after escaping war-torn Sierra Leone, being a pioneer in the early days of Orange County SC, and lots more. As always, we also discuss all the latest surrounding LAFC, the Galaxy, Angel City, Empire and OCSC. false full 78 f891f457-0e65-467d-b2d8-f17065c11c19 Fri, 29 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/8-28-with-la-galaxy-gm-will-kuntz-kevin-baxter-la-times-L13iibyt 8/28 with LA Galaxy GM Will Kuntz & Kevin Baxter (LA Times) Empire Strykers 00:58:13 We welcome LA Times sportswriter Kevin Baxter and LA Galaxy GM Will Kuntz, who talks about the Leagues Cup semifinal loss to Seattle, why Sunday’s third-place game against Orlando is like a final, his reasons for sending goalkeeper John McCarthy to the Red Bulls, an update on Riqui Puig’s possible return, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. We welcome LA Times sportswriter Kevin Baxter and LA Galaxy GM Will Kuntz, who talks about the Leagues Cup semifinal loss to Seattle, why Sunday’s third-place game against Orlando is like a final, his reasons for sending goalkeeper John McCarthy to the Red Bulls, an update on Riqui Puig’s possible return, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 77 42d3da3e-8237-4d79-97ee-71eec8fa1ceb Fri, 22 Aug 2025 00:36:24 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/8-21-with-new-orange-county-sc-midfielder-stephen-kelly-M5Qkm7Df 8/21 with new Orange County SC midfielder Stephen Kelly Empire Strykers 00:57:27 This week, we discuss the Galaxy and Angel City with LA soccer guru Damian Calhoun (Press-Enterprise, OC Register). Recent Orange County SC signing Stephen Kelly talks to us about coming up at Scottish giants Rangers, his decision to move stateside at age 25, what’s made him such a great fit with OCSC, his “mysterious” life off the field, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC and Empire Strykers. This week, we discuss the Galaxy and Angel City with LA soccer guru Damian Calhoun (Press-Enterprise, OC Register). Recent Orange County SC signing Stephen Kelly talks to us about coming up at Scottish giants Rangers, his decision to move stateside at age 25, what’s made him such a great fit with OCSC, his “mysterious” life off the field, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC and Empire Strykers. false full 76 bda4c8e2-5e02-4a06-991e-8f19b44c218c Sat, 16 Aug 2025 03:27:14 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/8-14-with-apple-tv-analyst-and-ex-mls-star-brian-dunseth-1sgv6yxm 8/14 with Apple TV analyst and ex-MLS star Brian Dunseth Empire Strykers 00:58:27 Apple TV analyst Brian Dunseth talks to us about the importance of Leagues Cup for the LA Galaxy during a historically bad season, what went wrong in the lopsided loss to Seattle, where up-and-down LAFC might be headed, how Son Heung-min can elevate the club, what it means to have the Empire Strykers represent his home region, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Angel City. Apple TV analyst Brian Dunseth talks to us about the importance of Leagues Cup for the LA Galaxy during a historically bad season, what went wrong in the lopsided loss to Seattle, where up-and-down LAFC might be headed, how Son Heung-min can elevate the club, what it means to have the Empire Strykers represent his home region, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Angel City. false full 75 1c344fbb-b8bc-41e6-b7e5-9c15949bdfab Fri, 8 Aug 2025 01:34:56 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/8-7-with-strykers-managing-partner-masl-president-jeff-burum-WoOLVilF 8/7 with Strykers Managing Partner & MASL President Jeff Burum Empire Strykers 00:58:04 Empire Strykers Managing Partner and MASL President Jeff Burum reflects on the historic free youth camp put on by his club, what went into keeping over 2,000 kids safe, and what it meant to have Mexican legend Marco Fabián as one of the coaches. Finally, Burum talks about the importance of Fabián re-signing with Empire and gives us an update on MASL expansion. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC (Son is here!), LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. Empire Strykers Managing Partner and MASL President Jeff Burum reflects on the historic free youth camp put on by his club, what went into keeping over 2,000 kids safe, and what it meant to have Mexican legend Marco Fabián as one of the coaches. Finally, Burum talks about the importance of Fabián re-signing with Empire and gives us an update on MASL expansion. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC (Son is here!), LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. false full 74 e5e3fa52-a7cd-4a67-a1ef-5324be6caaf9 Fri, 1 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/si60-32dtwatu-a4OtUm8R Si60: 7/31 with LAFC forward Jeremy Ebobisse Empire Strykers 00:57:08 Jeremy Ebobisse helps us take the pulse of his “up-and-down” LAFC ahead of the meetings with Pachuca and Tigres, offers insight into what brought his family from Africa to Europe and later to North America, tells us how being singled out for his background as a kid made him want to represent Cameroon, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LA Galaxy, Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. Jeremy Ebobisse helps us take the pulse of his “up-and-down” LAFC ahead of the meetings with Pachuca and Tigres, offers insight into what brought his family from Africa to Europe and later to North America, tells us how being singled out for his background as a kid made him want to represent Cameroon, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LA Galaxy, Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 73 9c48020b-5cae-4e78-9155-b7a70fde5849 Fri, 25 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/7-24-with-angel-citys-new-us-u-23-star-evelyn-shores-Ip0WN4b9 7/24 with Angel City's new U.S. U-23 star Evelyn Shores Empire Strykers 00:57:35 U.S. U-23 star and Georgia native Evelyn Shores tells us how she came to sign with Angel City after scoring the million-dollar goal at TST, her favorite things about SoCal so far, how a devastating ACL injury in college grew her love for the game, what would make her first NWSL season a success, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. U.S. U-23 star and Georgia native Evelyn Shores tells us how she came to sign with Angel City after scoring the million-dollar goal at TST, her favorite things about SoCal so far, how a devastating ACL injury in college grew her love for the game, what would make her first NWSL season a success, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 72 6e06fe09-65d4-49b5-bbc2-9325914b7e61 Fri, 18 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/7-17-el-trafico-edition-with-kevin-baxter-la-times-htgf1Uqd 7/17 El Tráfico Edition with Kevin Baxter (LA Times) Empire Strykers 00:57:36 LA Times Sportswriter and SoCal soccer expert Kevin Baxter tells us how Angel City can “un-mess” itself, assesses the state of the LA Galaxy amid fan protests and dwindling playoff hope, dissects LAFC’s hyper-reliance on Denis Bouanga, and tells us why El Tráfico isn’t what it used to be. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. LA Times Sportswriter and SoCal soccer expert Kevin Baxter tells us how Angel City can “un-mess” itself, assesses the state of the LA Galaxy amid fan protests and dwindling playoff hope, dissects LAFC’s hyper-reliance on Denis Bouanga, and tells us why El Tráfico isn’t what it used to be. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 71 4b4c15a8-7e18-41a8-a361-2bbd53c163f3 Fri, 11 Jul 2025 00:07:47 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/7-10-with-la-galaxy-midfielder-diego-fagundez-xWUz5iyo 7/10 with LA Galaxy midfielder Diego Fagundez Empire Strykers 00:57:15 LA Galaxy star Diego Fagundez talks us through the dominant victory over Vancouver and tells us who stood out to him as match winners, what makes Marco Reus so good at an advanced age, why he hasn’t given up on making the playoffs, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. LA Galaxy star Diego Fagundez talks us through the dominant victory over Vancouver and tells us who stood out to him as match winners, what makes Marco Reus so good at an advanced age, why he hasn’t given up on making the playoffs, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 70 183da4d4-1b23-4b5c-b63d-cb3d6bee4ee6 Fri, 4 Jul 2025 00:35:56 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/7-3-with-new-angel-city-goalkeeper-hannah-seabert-3U25Z5Zh 7/3 with new Angel City goalkeeper Hannah Seabert Empire Strykers 00:57:29 SoCal native and three-time Goalkeeper of the Year in Portugal, Hannah Seabert, talks about her recent move to Angel City, flying under the American soccer radar while playing in Europe, competing for minutes with Angelina Anderson, whether she’s angling for the job of Sporting Director Mark Parsons, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. SoCal native and three-time Goalkeeper of the Year in Portugal, Hannah Seabert, talks about her recent move to Angel City, flying under the American soccer radar while playing in Europe, competing for minutes with Angelina Anderson, whether she’s angling for the job of Sporting Director Mark Parsons, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 69 0dab0284-3ea4-4d72-aa9f-269ad51b6ab6 Fri, 27 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/6-26-with-masl-coach-of-the-year-onua-obasi-empire-strykers-yyJu_wXo 6/26 with MASL Coach of the Year, Onua Obasi (Empire Strykers) Empire Strykers 00:57:49 Reigning MASL Coach of the Year, Onua Obasi, talks to us about coaching (and playing!) in this year’s TST, watching several of his Empire Strykers win the million dollars, this week’s six new signings and re-signings by Empire, potential additions to come, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. Reigning MASL Coach of the Year, Onua Obasi, talks to us about coaching (and playing!) in this year’s TST, watching several of his Empire Strykers win the million dollars, this week’s six new signings and re-signings by Empire, potential additions to come, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. false full 68 57d64a02-90d1-4ea1-886a-81249fa1498d Fri, 20 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/6-19-with-max-bretos-of-apple-tv-turner-sports-gg4Ut_yZ 6/19 with Max Bretos of Apple TV & Turner Sports Empire Strykers 00:56:32 LAFC expert Max Bretos of Apple TV and Turner Sports dissects the Black & Gold’s performances in the massive clashes with Club América and Chelsea, reflects on the club’s odds of advancing ahead of the Club World Cup meetings with Tunis and Flamengo, and chimes in on the supporters’ silent protest of the ICE raids happening around Greater LA. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Galaxy, Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. LAFC expert Max Bretos of Apple TV and Turner Sports dissects the Black & Gold’s performances in the massive clashes with Club América and Chelsea, reflects on the club’s odds of advancing ahead of the Club World Cup meetings with Tunis and Flamengo, and chimes in on the supporters’ silent protest of the ICE raids happening around Greater LA. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Galaxy, Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 67 0b666496-e0c3-4207-9642-ad1cc65eac0a Fri, 13 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/6-12-with-empires-tst-hero-brandon-gomez-SjaE3RGf 6/12 with Empire’s TST hero Brandon Gomez Empire Strykers 00:58:00 TST hero Brandon Gomez talks to us about the benefits of battling alongside 5 fellow Empire Strykers, how playing for Empire prepared him for his game-winning banger in the round of 16, his nerves during the heart-stopping final, how the million-dollar triumph could boost his game and career, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. TST hero Brandon Gomez talks to us about the benefits of battling alongside 5 fellow Empire Strykers, how playing for Empire prepared him for his game-winning banger in the round of 16, his nerves during the heart-stopping final, how the million-dollar triumph could boost his game and career, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. false full 66 b9e2b490-eb16-4218-8e5f-ce00fe989453 Fri, 6 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/6-5-with-ocsc-midfielder-survivor-chris-hegardt-87rsj_kG 6/5 with OCSC midfielder & survivor Chris Hegardt Empire Strykers 00:57:10 Orange County SC midfielder Chris Hegardt talks to us about the persistent interest in his story of beating childhood cancer, playing under Bob and Michael Bradley in Norway, his team’s hot-and-cold opening third of the 2025 season, the upcoming six-pointer at Phoenix, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Empire Strykers. Orange County SC midfielder Chris Hegardt talks to us about the persistent interest in his story of beating childhood cancer, playing under Bob and Michael Bradley in Norway, his team’s hot-and-cold opening third of the 2025 season, the upcoming six-pointer at Phoenix, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Empire Strykers. false full 65 d3bd6102-ae87-4264-9056-cf7ab5f77a59 Fri, 30 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/si60-5-29-25-NaPXrjMv 5/29 with Angel City coach Eleri Earnshaw Empire Strykers 00:55:48 Angel City’s first assistant coach, Eleri Earnshaw, gives us her take on the club’s 2025 and the recent loss to Louisville, talks about the impact made by the front office overhaul and by new head coach Alexander Straus, gives us her take on ACFC’s recent blockbuster signing, provides an update on Savy King, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. Angel City’s first assistant coach, Eleri Earnshaw, gives us her take on the club’s 2025 and the recent loss to Louisville, talks about the impact made by the front office overhaul and by new head coach Alexander Straus, gives us her take on ACFC’s recent blockbuster signing, provides an update on Savy King, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 64 c7443ddb-9700-4ba0-9895-4ee9ae10118d Fri, 23 May 2025 00:11:03 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/5-22-with-team-usa-world-cup-warrior-andy-reyes-empire-strykers-6ph6MwBE 5/22 with Team USA World Cup warrior Andy Reyes (Empire Strykers) Empire Strykers 00:57:03 We’re joined by Empire Strykers defender-midfielder and U.S. international Andy Reyes immediately following the Americans’ opening game at the minifootball World Cup in Azerbaijan. Stay tuned after the interview for an update from Strykers head coach Onua Obasi on the team’s offseason needs and his roster plans. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. We’re joined by Empire Strykers defender-midfielder and U.S. international Andy Reyes immediately following the Americans’ opening game at the minifootball World Cup in Azerbaijan. Stay tuned after the interview for an update from Strykers head coach Onua Obasi on the team’s offseason needs and his roster plans. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. false full 63 831293a0-37c6-4b9c-8204-6f9c533b1fb0 Fri, 16 May 2025 00:08:39 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/5-15-with-apple-tv-analyst-mls-legend-bradley-wright-phillips-6jfnp2pX 5/15 with Apple TV analyst & MLS legend Bradley Wright-Phillips Empire Strykers 00:56:57 Apple TV analyst and MLS legend Bradley Wright-Phillips shares his thoughts on who should start up top for LAFC, whether Cherundolo haters have a point, how the Galaxy went from MLS champ to being humiliated by the Red Bulls, whether Vanney should be fired, which team should consider the LA derby a must-win, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. Apple TV analyst and MLS legend Bradley Wright-Phillips shares his thoughts on who should start up top for LAFC, whether Cherundolo haters have a point, how the Galaxy went from MLS champ to being humiliated by the Red Bulls, whether Vanney should be fired, which team should consider the LA derby a must-win, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 62 2606fccf-0b16-47be-a7a9-0daa45f2bdc1 Fri, 9 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/si60-5825-waTemmwR 5/8 with Angel City forward Riley Tiernan Empire Strykers 00:57:56 Angel City’s rookie sensation Riley Tiernan talks about her heroics in the dramatic win at Washington, playing under an interim head coach, the soon-to-be new man in charge, being coached by her big sister, Friday’s home game vs Utah, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. Angel City’s rookie sensation Riley Tiernan talks about her heroics in the dramatic win at Washington, playing under an interim head coach, the soon-to-be new man in charge, being coached by her big sister, Friday’s home game vs Utah, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 61 12aeb09d-942f-450f-9417-56fbf8f2287c Thu, 1 May 2025 23:52:08 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/5125-4pD63sVC 5/1 with LA Galaxy goalkeeper coach Kevin Hartman Empire Strykers 00:57:45 LA Galaxy goalkeeper coach Kevin Hartman reflects on helping the club to its first MLS Cup in 2002 and shares which two ex-teammates he’d pick first for a scrimmage, what John McCarthy should do more of, and what he saw vs. Portland that gives him hope for the trip to KC. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. LA Galaxy goalkeeper coach Kevin Hartman reflects on helping the club to its first MLS Cup in 2002 and shares which two ex-teammates he’d pick first for a scrimmage, what John McCarthy should do more of, and what he saw vs. Portland that gives him hope for the trip to KC. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 60 880c74c7-b0c5-4a5d-82f7-f959d85a2969 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/si60-P9F5FeiE 4/24 with LAFC co-president Larry Freedman Empire Strykers 00:57:31 LAFC co-president Larry Freedman talks to us about Cherundolo’s legacy, maintaining a strong brand presence in hyper-competitive surroundings, towing the line between profitability and creating an authentic fan experience, the toughest decisions he’s ever had to make, his role as co-chair of LA’s World Cup committee, and more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LA Galaxy, Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. LAFC co-president Larry Freedman talks to us about Cherundolo’s legacy, maintaining a strong brand presence in hyper-competitive surroundings, towing the line between profitability and creating an authentic fan experience, the toughest decisions he’s ever had to make, his role as co-chair of LA’s World Cup committee, and more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LA Galaxy, Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 59 0c2cb2da-055b-40f2-8628-5bdf8809795c Fri, 18 Apr 2025 01:27:20 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/4-17-with-lafcs-nkosi-tafari-la-cuna-galaxianas-robert-jalon-IRSpHT6Y 4/17 with LAFC’s Nkosi Tafari & La Cuna Galaxiana’s Robert Jalón Empire Strykers 00:58:00 We talk LA Galaxy with Robert Jalón of La Cuna Galaxiana and are also joined by LAFC defender Nkosi Tafari, who discusses his greatest passion outside of soccer, being traded after five years with FC Dallas, the upcoming clash with Portland, changing his name to feel closer to his African roots, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Empire Strykers and Angel City. We talk LA Galaxy with Robert Jalón of La Cuna Galaxiana and are also joined by LAFC defender Nkosi Tafari, who discusses his greatest passion outside of soccer, being traded after five years with FC Dallas, the upcoming clash with Portland, changing his name to feel closer to his African roots, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Empire Strykers and Angel City. false full 58 01f75800-aa92-4d2a-8868-2b5961391904 Fri, 11 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/4-9-with-ocscs-nico-benalcazar-major-news-by-empires-jimmy-nordberg-RI3sJbFn 4/10 with OCSC’s Nico Benalcazar & major news by Empire’s Jimmy Nordberg Empire Strykers 00:58:52 Empire Strykers executive VP Jimmy Nordberg joins with a major announcement, and former U.S. youth international Nico Benalcazar talks about why he joined Orange County SC, making the most of life in sunny SoCal, whether he worries about his team’s recent struggles, dreaming of representing Ecuador, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy and Angel City. Empire Strykers executive VP Jimmy Nordberg joins with a major announcement, and former U.S. youth international Nico Benalcazar talks about why he joined Orange County SC, making the most of life in sunny SoCal, whether he worries about his team’s recent struggles, dreaming of representing Ecuador, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy and Angel City. false full 57 c8f5b8cf-bfdd-4707-81f8-32e0407f10ea Mon, 7 Apr 2025 15:32:10 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/4-3-with-empire-coach-onua-obasi-lafc-vs-miami-postgame-3K1s3Cma 4/3 with Empire coach Onua Obasi & LAFC vs. Miami postgame Empire Strykers 00:57:15 We chat with trailblazing Empire Strykers head coach Onua Obasi on the heels of his club’s triumphant return to the MASL playoffs and listen in on LAFC head coach Steve Cherundolo’s comments after the win over Messi’s Inter Miami. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. We chat with trailblazing Empire Strykers head coach Onua Obasi on the heels of his club’s triumphant return to the MASL playoffs and listen in on LAFC head coach Steve Cherundolo’s comments after the win over Messi’s Inter Miami. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. false full 56 0070ea27-9d15-4c85-b584-e11b2257f442 Fri, 28 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/si60-3-27-25-draft-jtZETBIf 3/27 with ex-U.S. star & Apple TV analyst Sacha Kljestan Empire Strykers 00:58:10 Ex-U.S. star and current Apple TV analyst Sacha Kljestan weighs in on Giroud’s struggles at LAFC, the goalkeeper controversy at the Galaxy, his recent U.S. Open Cup heroics, whether USL promotion/relegation is a threat to MLS, the Americans’ Nations League failure, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. Ex-U.S. star and current Apple TV analyst Sacha Kljestan weighs in on Giroud’s struggles at LAFC, the goalkeeper controversy at the Galaxy, his recent U.S. Open Cup heroics, whether USL promotion/relegation is a threat to MLS, the Americans’ Nations League failure, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 55 78623c6d-e3ea-45b9-ae8b-4c3b9bf3619c Fri, 21 Mar 2025 19:53:32 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/3-20-with-angel-city-midfielder-macey-hodge-_EqS1itX 3/20 with Angel City midfielder Macey Hodge Empire Strykers 00:57:44 Midfielder Macey Hodge opens up about starting in Angel City’s NWSL opener as a rookie, her special relationship with Sydney Leroux, mental health challenges threatening to derail her life as a teenager, her goals for 2025, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. Midfielder Macey Hodge opens up about starting in Angel City’s NWSL opener as a rookie, her special relationship with Sydney Leroux, mental health challenges threatening to derail her life as a teenager, her goals for 2025, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 54 1724aa90-be37-4c13-9174-d0dfa8d2c545 Fri, 14 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/si60-3-13-25-draft-LIy5mtjt 3/13 with Mexican icon Marco Fabián (Empire Strykers) Empire Strykers 00:57:47 The Empire Strykers’ Mexican icon Marco Fabián shares his thoughts on trailblazing head coach Onua Obasi, what Empire’s fifth win in six says about the team’s MASL playoff chances, next week’s back-to-back rivalry clashes with San Diego, the best moments from his storied career, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. The Empire Strykers’ Mexican icon Marco Fabián shares his thoughts on trailblazing head coach Onua Obasi, what Empire’s fifth win in six says about the team’s MASL playoff chances, next week’s back-to-back rivalry clashes with San Diego, the best moments from his storied career, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. false full 53 c3f8676e-8b08-45b8-a62b-e6700b9c8479 Fri, 7 Mar 2025 01:00:00 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/3-6-with-la-times-sportswriter-kevin-baxter-sX9yMo1L 3/6 with LA Times sportswriter Kevin Baxter Empire Strykers 00:57:21 Pulitzer Prize-winning LA Times sportswriter Kevin Baxter is back to discuss the imminent arrival of LAFC’s new DP ahead of the away clash at Seattle, what another poor showing against St. Louis would mean for a struggling Galaxy, his thoughts on both teams’ Champions Cup second legs, whether Angel City is still “a mess,” and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. Pulitzer Prize-winning LA Times sportswriter Kevin Baxter is back to discuss the imminent arrival of LAFC’s new DP ahead of the away clash at Seattle, what another poor showing against St. Louis would mean for a struggling Galaxy, his thoughts on both teams’ Champions Cup second legs, whether Angel City is still “a mess,” and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 52 70b8d63d-d92a-4396-9b83-2e3b93f25ee3 Sat, 1 Mar 2025 00:28:48 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/2-27-with-lafc-forward-nathan-ordaz-vqCrhY9_ 2/27 with LAFC forward Nathan Ordaz Empire Strykers 00:57:30 Rising LAFC star Nathan Ordaz reflects on his impact in the MLS win vs. Minnesota and the Champs Cup series vs. Colorado, how his physical and tactical work have him better prepared for 2025, growing up as a young motocross phenom in the Valley, his Mexican and Salvadoran family ties, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LA Galaxy, Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. Rising LAFC star Nathan Ordaz reflects on his impact in the MLS win vs. Minnesota and the Champs Cup series vs. Colorado, how his physical and tactical work have him better prepared for 2025, growing up as a young motocross phenom in the Valley, his Mexican and Salvadoran family ties, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LA Galaxy, Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 51 94e5014f-5759-4b21-abd1-dc60c640b6be Fri, 21 Feb 2025 02:02:45 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/2-20-with-ocsc-head-coach-danny-stone-Xqzl1GxF 2/20 with OCSC head coach Danny Stone Empire Strykers 00:56:33 Orange County SC head coach Danny Stone talks to us about moving stateside after playing pro in England until age 21, balancing winning now with OC’s emphasis on player development, performing miracles last season to get the club into the playoffs, the state of the current roster, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Empire Strykers. Orange County SC head coach Danny Stone talks to us about moving stateside after playing pro in England until age 21, balancing winning now with OC’s emphasis on player development, performing miracles last season to get the club into the playoffs, the state of the current roster, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Empire Strykers. false full 50 d3182c76-1b69-47b8-a052-ed86c931e58b Fri, 14 Feb 2025 01:00:00 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/si6021325-KJ5hdIQy 2/13 with Empire midfielder Antonio De La Torre Empire Strykers 00:57:55 Check out this week’s episode of KMET Radio’s “Soccer in 60” as Empire Strykers offseason signing Tony De La Torre discusses the jump from small-town Kansas to Greater LA, the role captain Berto Palmer played in his move, getting used to head coach Obasi’s innovative approach, the coming days’ crucial matches against Baltimore and Texas, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City, and Orange County SC. Check out this week’s episode of KMET Radio’s “Soccer in 60” as Empire Strykers offseason signing Tony De La Torre discusses the jump from small-town Kansas to Greater LA, the role captain Berto Palmer played in his move, getting used to head coach Obasi’s innovative approach, the coming days’ crucial matches against Baltimore and Texas, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City, and Orange County SC. false full 49 4ec84a51-fefa-4de6-b09b-a25e9f01c55f Fri, 7 Feb 2025 03:04:43 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/2-6-with-la-galaxy-goalkeeper-jt-marcinkowski-TQJjQrhe 2/6 with LA Galaxy goalkeeper JT Marcinkowski Empire Strykers 00:58:36 Check out this week’s episode of KMET Radio’s “Soccer in 60” as new LA Galaxy signing JT Marcinkowski opens up about the psychological challenges of the goalkeeper position, how a devastating knee injury impacted him as a person and a player, switching sides in the California Clásico, his goals for the 2025 season, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. Check out this week’s episode of KMET Radio’s “Soccer in 60” as new LA Galaxy signing JT Marcinkowski opens up about the psychological challenges of the goalkeeper position, how a devastating knee injury impacted him as a person and a player, switching sides in the California Clásico, his goals for the 2025 season, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 48 718929df-bd1f-4ac4-a4a2-63f23c537508 Fri, 31 Jan 2025 01:00:00 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/1-30-with-angel-city-sporting-director-mark-parsons-nCkKzhcM 1/30 with Angel City sporting director Mark Parsons Empire Strykers 00:58:32 We’re joined by new Angel City sporting director Mark Parsons, who shares his thoughts on what makes the club special, offers a major update on the head coaching search, rates the Thompson sisters’ contract extensions, and teases some big upcoming news. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. We’re joined by new Angel City sporting director Mark Parsons, who shares his thoughts on what makes the club special, offers a major update on the head coaching search, rates the Thompson sisters’ contract extensions, and teases some big upcoming news. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 47 43ed67e3-daf9-463c-92a4-cb3f88b0a934 Fri, 24 Jan 2025 01:16:47 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/1-23-with-empire-strykers-head-coach-onua-obasi-DIFxHt5g 1/23 with Empire Strykers head coach Onua Obasi Empire Strykers 00:58:00 We’re joined by Empire Strykers head coach Onua Obasi, who dives into his groundbreaking tactics and assesses the first half of his rookie season guiding an MASL club. In addition, the Englishman dissects his team’s recent pair of games and previews the crucial back-to-back meetings with Tacoma. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. We’re joined by Empire Strykers head coach Onua Obasi, who dives into his groundbreaking tactics and assesses the first half of his rookie season guiding an MASL club. In addition, the Englishman dissects his team’s recent pair of games and previews the crucial back-to-back meetings with Tacoma. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. false full 46 f37536e3-ad17-41fb-ba3b-d9f51489e397 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 01:00:00 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/1-16-with-empire-us-star-justin-stinson-RVWt7_hb 1/16 with Empire & U.S. star Justin Stinson Empire Strykers 00:58:37 Missouri native and Empire Strykers star Justin Stinson talks about his recent attacking fireworks against St. Louis, the upcoming rematch with his hometown club, his call-ups to the U.S. futsal and minifootball World Cup teams, whether he’s been converted into an LA sports fan, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. Missouri native and Empire Strykers star Justin Stinson talks about his recent attacking fireworks against St. Louis, the upcoming rematch with his hometown club, his call-ups to the U.S. futsal and minifootball World Cup teams, whether he’s been converted into an LA sports fan, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. false full 45 b89973a7-54c4-4c1f-93dd-ecc9bf8f7e0c Fri, 10 Jan 2025 01:00:00 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/1-9-with-la-soccer-expert-dennis-pope-press-enterprise-oc-register-8ZZav4AC 1/9 with LA soccer expert Dennis Pope (Press-Enterprise/OC Register) Empire Strykers 00:58:23 It’s with heavy hearts that we put out another episode of KMET Radio’s “Soccer in 60.” As our beautiful city burns, we will do our best to offer a small distraction with the help of LA soccer expert Dennis Pope, who discusses Empire’s struggles to get a visa for the MASL MVP, whether LAFC fans should be worried about the current roster, if Reus may be considered a disappointment at the end of his Galaxy stint, how to grade OCSC’s 2024 season, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Angel City. To donate to the Los Angeles Fire Department: https://supportlafd.org/ It’s with heavy hearts that we put out another episode of KMET Radio’s “Soccer in 60.” As our beautiful city burns, we will do our best to offer a small distraction with the help of LA soccer expert Dennis Pope, who discusses Empire’s struggles to get a visa for the MASL MVP, whether LAFC fans should be worried about the current roster, if Reus may be considered a disappointment at the end of his Galaxy stint, how to grade OCSC’s 2024 season, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Angel City. To donate to the Los Angeles Fire Department: https://supportlafd.org/ false full 44 8ab09941-a3c9-42e3-a5ef-4537ebb109b7 Fri, 3 Jan 2025 01:00:00 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/1-2-with-la-times-sportswriter-kevin-baxter-3Rf2ldMY 1/2 with LA Times Sportswriter Kevin Baxter Empire Strykers 00:57:14 Pulitzer Prize-winning LA Times soccer writer Kevin Baxter offers his take on the “mess” at Angel City, on whether Cherundolo should keep his LAFC job, on who the Galaxy might be working on signing, and on the status of all three clubs’ rosters. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. Pulitzer Prize-winning LA Times soccer writer Kevin Baxter offers his take on the “mess” at Angel City, on whether Cherundolo should keep his LAFC job, on who the Galaxy might be working on signing, and on the status of all three clubs’ rosters. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 43 2d31cc5a-7f46-4d22-a794-89e21fa861f3 Fri, 27 Dec 2024 01:12:34 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/12-19-with-empires-ex-morocco-youth-international-mounir-alami-DSrQ8Gmu 12/26 with Empire Strykers Icon Andy Reyes Empire Strykers 00:57:02 Empire Strykers icon Andy Reyes talks to us about returning to the club he calls “home,” his newfound attacking stardom, the upcoming rivalry clash with ex-team San Diego, playing with Jermaine Jones versus Marco Fabián, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. Empire Strykers icon Andy Reyes talks to us about returning to the club he calls “home,” his newfound attacking stardom, the upcoming rivalry clash with ex-team San Diego, playing with Jermaine Jones versus Marco Fabián, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. false full 42 d68feded-f952-409c-b514-839221ddbfdb Fri, 20 Dec 2024 01:00:00 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/soccer-in-60-ngxosgow-vYtLWvFw 12/19 with Empire’s Ex-Morocco Youth International Mounir Alami Empire Strykers 00:57:37 Check out this week’s episode of KMET Radio’s “Soccer in 60” as Empire Strykers forward Mounir Alami chats with us about growing up in Morocco and playing for the country’s U-19s, coming to the U.S. as a teenager, how he experienced Morocco’s historic World Cup run, scoring in his first ever MASL game, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. Check out this week’s episode of KMET Radio’s “Soccer in 60” as Empire Strykers forward Mounir Alami chats with us about growing up in Morocco and playing for the country’s U-19s, coming to the U.S. as a teenager, how he experienced Morocco’s historic World Cup run, scoring in his first ever MASL game, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. false full 41 a7f1a14c-5395-44c6-a770-cbc24d46486d Wed, 18 Dec 2024 01:02:42 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/12-12-with-empires-guatemala-us-keeper-brian-orozco-xi11SWrQ 12/12 with Empire’s Guatemala & U.S. ‘Keeper Brian Orozco Empire Strykers 00:56:10 Empire Strykers goalkeeper Brian Orozco reflects on his standout play in the season opener, why he enjoys having to prove himself, representing his parents’ native Guatemala, joining one of the country’s biggest clubs as a teenager, and lots more. We also recap the Galaxy’s MLS Cup triumph and get you caught up on all things LAFC, Angel City and Orange County SC. Empire Strykers goalkeeper Brian Orozco reflects on his standout play in the season opener, why he enjoys having to prove himself, representing his parents’ native Guatemala, joining one of the country’s biggest clubs as a teenager, and lots more. We also recap the Galaxy’s MLS Cup triumph and get you caught up on all things LAFC, Angel City and Orange County SC. false full 40 992361fd-4e0c-4070-90fa-1704a6ee011b Fri, 6 Dec 2024 00:04:08 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/soccer-in-60-december-5-with-soccer-americas-scott-french-kHDmnwBK 12/5 with Soccer America’s Scott French Empire Strykers 00:56:20 Check out the latest episode of KMET Radio’s “Soccer in 60!” Scott French of Soccer America joins to offer his take on an LAFC roster in flux, whether Cherundolo is still the right man in charge, how the Riqui Puig injury impacts the Galaxy in MLS Cup, and what to expect from the clash with the Red Bulls. The iconic sportswriter even shares a sneak peek at his upcoming article on pro indoor soccer. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. Check out the latest episode of KMET Radio’s “Soccer in 60!” Scott French of Soccer America joins to offer his take on an LAFC roster in flux, whether Cherundolo is still the right man in charge, how the Riqui Puig injury impacts the Galaxy in MLS Cup, and what to expect from the clash with the Red Bulls. The iconic sportswriter even shares a sneak peek at his upcoming article on pro indoor soccer. As always, we also get you caught up on all things Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 39 c4981141-6123-4f41-b412-70b8c1b760bb Fri, 29 Nov 2024 01:00:00 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/soccer-in-60-1So8KsSh 11/28 with Empire’s Ex-Galaxy Coach Daniel Gonzalez Empire Strykers 00:56:58 Ex-LA Galaxy goalkeeper coach Daniel Gonzalez offers his take on John McCarthy in net for the G’z and the team’s 2024 season, his expectations for the Western final against Seattle, insight into his decision to join pro indoor outfit Empire Strykers, his thoughts on the side’s ‘keepers and new head coach, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, Angel City and Orange County SC. Ex-LA Galaxy goalkeeper coach Daniel Gonzalez offers his take on John McCarthy in net for the G’z and the team’s 2024 season, his expectations for the Western final against Seattle, insight into his decision to join pro indoor outfit Empire Strykers, his thoughts on the side’s ‘keepers and new head coach, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, Angel City and Orange County SC. false full 38 3a781a27-4a8a-419f-b1a1-1f1d4a519183 Fri, 22 Nov 2024 01:07:44 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/11-21-with-with-new-empire-strykers-head-coach-onua-obasi-uksnfKDc 11/21 with with new Empire Strykers Head Coach Onua Obasi Empire Strykers 00:56:53 Brand-new Empire Strykers Head Coach Onua Obasi shares what players and fans can expect from him, the goals for his young squad this season, how his own injuries have influenced his approach today, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. Brand-new Empire Strykers Head Coach Onua Obasi shares what players and fans can expect from him, the goals for his young squad this season, how his own injuries have influenced his approach today, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. false full 37 6ff80c45-2747-4f86-8003-600f30925a1e Fri, 15 Nov 2024 01:00:00 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/11-14-with-recent-empire-strykers-addition-alex-bradley-2TrdZM73 11/14 with recent Empire Strykers addition Alex Bradley Empire Strykers 00:57:35 Defender-forward Alex Bradley shares how his aunt “lured” him from England to the U.S., why he recently joined the Empire Strykers, his thoughts on the new head coach, what to expect heading into 2024-25, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. Defender-forward Alex Bradley shares how his aunt “lured” him from England to the U.S., why he recently joined the Empire Strykers, his thoughts on the new head coach, what to expect heading into 2024-25, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City and Orange County SC. false full 36 ce89f6f2-2e63-4dc9-bc5a-f78ae7242b74 Fri, 8 Nov 2024 01:09:19 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/11-7-with-angel-city-england-star-katie-zelem-A0j5eqit 11/7 with Angel City & England Star Katie Zelem Empire Strykers 00:56:19 England star Katie Zelem opens up about her decision to depart ManU as a club legend and join Angel City, where ACFC ranks among her career stops, what’s needed after a disappointing NWSL season, how close she came to playing goalkeeper as a child, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. England star Katie Zelem opens up about her decision to depart ManU as a club legend and join Angel City, where ACFC ranks among her career stops, what’s needed after a disappointing NWSL season, how close she came to playing goalkeeper as a child, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 35 25087d2d-e780-4685-a114-a5780a56010e Fri, 1 Nov 2024 00:40:35 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/1031-with-lafc-assistant-technical-director-jordan-harvey-d0OoKeNi 10/31 with LAFC Assistant Technical Director Jordan Harvey Empire Strykers 00:56:40 Jordan Harvey goes in-depth on his role as LAFC Assistant Technical Director, why his favorite days as a player were in black and gold, his passion for the club and its diverse culture, facing his former team in the playoffs, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LA Galaxy, Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. Jordan Harvey goes in-depth on his role as LAFC Assistant Technical Director, why his favorite days as a player were in black and gold, his passion for the club and its diverse culture, facing his former team in the playoffs, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LA Galaxy, Angel City, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 34 8fedcbfe-2c07-4812-9c57-a3659ae4f6da Fri, 25 Oct 2024 00:06:20 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/10-24-with-ocs-ex-galaxy-attacker-cameron-dunbar-PeV6Myvl 10/24 with OC’s ex-Galaxy attacker Cameron Dunbar Empire Strykers 00:56:19 Attacker Cameron Dunbar talks about growing up minutes from David Beckham’s old stomping grounds, joining the LA Galaxy as a teenager, his rollercoaster season with Orange County SC, riding the team’s recent resurgence into the playoffs, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, Angel City and Empire Strykers. Attacker Cameron Dunbar talks about growing up minutes from David Beckham’s old stomping grounds, joining the LA Galaxy as a teenager, his rollercoaster season with Orange County SC, riding the team’s recent resurgence into the playoffs, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, Angel City and Empire Strykers. false full 33 4939b3e1-0fcc-4257-b3c4-343b3edad665 Fri, 18 Oct 2024 01:06:41 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/10-17-with-la-galaxy-icon-marcelo-sarvas-empire-strykers-_c3tk26M 10/17 with LA Galaxy icon Marcelo Sarvas (Empire Strykers) Empire Strykers 00:57:20 LA Galaxy icon and recent Empire Strykers signing Marcelo Sarvas opens up about his return to pro soccer, playing for the U.S. after obtaining his citizenship, how often he hangs out with David Beckham, whether today’s Galaxy compares to the MLS Cup champs of 2012 and 2014, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, Angel City, and Orange County SC. LA Galaxy icon and recent Empire Strykers signing Marcelo Sarvas opens up about his return to pro soccer, playing for the U.S. after obtaining his citizenship, how often he hangs out with David Beckham, whether today’s Galaxy compares to the MLS Cup champs of 2012 and 2014, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, Angel City, and Orange County SC. false full 32 6ebbdbcc-abbe-448b-8062-a35cff388c54 Fri, 11 Oct 2024 00:07:52 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/10-10-with-la-galaxy-defender-john-nelson-vSU_URdk 10/10 with LA Galaxy defender John Nelson Empire Strykers 00:56:13 John Nelson joins to talk about his breakout season with the LA Galaxy, whether the team’s attacking approach could be trouble in the playoffs, choosing college over MLS academies, Guilherme Biro’s crunching tackle against Riqui Puig, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, Angel City FC, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. John Nelson joins to talk about his breakout season with the LA Galaxy, whether the team’s attacking approach could be trouble in the playoffs, choosing college over MLS academies, Guilherme Biro’s crunching tackle against Riqui Puig, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, Angel City FC, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 31 1c7c46a5-1c1d-4298-80cd-6450facfd7ef Fri, 4 Oct 2024 00:05:47 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/10-3-with-ex-mls-usmnt-star-brek-shea-OlgnCDk1 10/3 with ex-MLS & USMNT star Brek Shea Empire Strykers 00:56:32 Ex-MLS and USMNT star Brek Shea joins to shed light on why he feels like an Uber driver these days, representing his country in the recent indoor clash with Mexico, how the experience differed from his outdoor days and competing in TST, and whether he’s open to playing in the MASL. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City FC, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. Ex-MLS and USMNT star Brek Shea joins to shed light on why he feels like an Uber driver these days, representing his country in the recent indoor clash with Mexico, how the experience differed from his outdoor days and competing in TST, and whether he’s open to playing in the MASL. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City FC, Empire Strykers and Orange County SC. false full 30 0df60b75-0575-43c4-99a8-12af6e55a0ce Fri, 27 Sep 2024 00:05:19 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/9-26-with-empire-strykers-and-tst-standout-stefan-mijatovic-ty3pSVqx 9/26 with Empire Strykers and TST standout Stefan Mijatovic Empire Strykers 00:56:21 Empire Strykers ace Stefan Mijatovic joins to discuss playing alongside USMNT vets Brek Shea and Geoff Cameron at TST, why his dad didn’t want him to be a ‘keeper, being friends with Pat McAfee, facing Strykers teammate Marco Fabián in the upcoming USA vs Mexico rivalry clash, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City FC and Orange County SC. Empire Strykers ace Stefan Mijatovic joins to discuss playing alongside USMNT vets Brek Shea and Geoff Cameron at TST, why his dad didn’t want him to be a ‘keeper, being friends with Pat McAfee, facing Strykers teammate Marco Fabián in the upcoming USA vs Mexico rivalry clash, and lots more. As always, we also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City FC and Orange County SC. false full 29 93b03cbb-7258-4961-8753-1719697059f8 Fri, 20 Sep 2024 00:11:48 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/9-19-with-angel-citys-meggie-dougherty-howard-ex-canada-star-lauren-sesselmann-k5LnMuhS 9/19 with Angel City’s Meggie Dougherty Howard & ex-Canada star Lauren Sesselmann Empire Strykers 00:56:43 We welcome two stars of the women’s game to the show. Angel City’s Meggie Dougherty Howard talks to us about a range of subjects, including the 2024 season thus far, her newfound attacking success, and playing on both sides of the ACFC/San Diego rivalry. Meanwhile, former Canada Ace Lauren Sesselmann reflects on her identity as a dual national, winning an Olympic medal, the growth of Angel City, playing in the upcoming USA vs. Mexico indoor rivalry, and lots more. As always, we also cover LAFC, the LA Galaxy, the Empire Strykers, and Orange County SC. We welcome two stars of the women’s game to the show. Angel City’s Meggie Dougherty Howard talks to us about a range of subjects, including the 2024 season thus far, her newfound attacking success, and playing on both sides of the ACFC/San Diego rivalry. Meanwhile, former Canada Ace Lauren Sesselmann reflects on her identity as a dual national, winning an Olympic medal, the growth of Angel City, playing in the upcoming USA vs. Mexico indoor rivalry, and lots more. As always, we also cover LAFC, the LA Galaxy, the Empire Strykers, and Orange County SC. false full 28 938d625c-885a-426d-8d2d-7c7d92d516eb Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:07:57 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/9-12-with-lafc-defender-erik-duenas-j_L_6lEd 9/12 with LAFC defender Erik Dueñas Empire Strykers 00:57:00 19-year-old LAFC defender Erik Dueñas chats with us about his rising stock in MLS, growing up with three brothers, playing professionally in his home region, choosing between the U.S. and El Tri, and lots more. As always, we also cover the LA Galaxy, Angel City FC, the Empire Strykers, and Orange County SC. 19-year-old LAFC defender Erik Dueñas chats with us about his rising stock in MLS, growing up with three brothers, playing professionally in his home region, choosing between the U.S. and El Tri, and lots more. As always, we also cover the LA Galaxy, Angel City FC, the Empire Strykers, and Orange County SC. false full 27 f0e1e1d9-2171-4a7b-ae8e-6df2003f6c32 Fri, 6 Sep 2024 00:06:22 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/9-5-introducing-las-best-xi-KVJfP_0K 9/5: Introducing “LA’s BEST XI” Empire Strykers 00:56:35 Don’t miss the premiere of our new segment, LA’s BEST XI, which honors the past week’s top performers from all the major pro teams in Greater Los Angeles. As always, we also get you caught up on all the latest surrounding LAFC, the LA Galaxy, Angel City FC, the Empire Strykers, and Orange County SC. Tune in live or on demand! Live on Thursday @ 4 PM PST: - 1490 AM + 98.1 FM in much of the Inland Empire - KMET app or www.kmet1490am.com - Soccer in 60 Instagram - Empire Strykers Instagram + YouTube On-demand: - Major podcast platforms (search for “Soccer in 60”) - Empire Strykers YouTube Don’t miss the premiere of our new segment, LA’s BEST XI, which honors the past week’s top performers from all the major pro teams in Greater Los Angeles. As always, we also get you caught up on all the latest surrounding LAFC, the LA Galaxy, Angel City FC, the Empire Strykers, and Orange County SC. Tune in live or on demand! Live on Thursday @ 4 PM PST: - 1490 AM + 98.1 FM in much of the Inland Empire - KMET app or www.kmet1490am.com - Soccer in 60 Instagram - Empire Strykers Instagram + YouTube On-demand: - Major podcast platforms (search for “Soccer in 60”) - Empire Strykers YouTube false full 26 0c23b914-f5a7-456c-8f17-da70dd026992 Fri, 30 Aug 2024 00:06:09 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/8-29-with-iconic-sports-journalist-scott-french-SQsgQpCY 8/29 with iconic sports journalist Scott French Empire Strykers 00:56:33 Iconic sportswriter Scott French chats with the guys about his decades of covering pro soccer in North America and Greater Los Angeles, how the current LA Galaxy squad stacks up against the dynasty of Donovan and company, whether LAFC is at risk of developing a Columbus Crew trauma, and lots more. As always, we also cover Angel City FC, the Empire Strykers, and Orange County SC. Iconic sportswriter Scott French chats with the guys about his decades of covering pro soccer in North America and Greater Los Angeles, how the current LA Galaxy squad stacks up against the dynasty of Donovan and company, whether LAFC is at risk of developing a Columbus Crew trauma, and lots more. As always, we also cover Angel City FC, the Empire Strykers, and Orange County SC. false full 25 9683cf25-7210-4da8-aa9c-cc586603695a Fri, 23 Aug 2024 00:10:30 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/8-22-with-masl-defender-of-the-year-robert-palmer-empire-strykers-e26an7ha-DK6LCg_k 8/22 with MASL Defender of the Year Robert Palmer (Empire Strykers) Empire Strykers 00:56:41 Reigning MASL Defender of the Year Robert Palmer hops on to discuss his outstanding 2023-24 campaign, returning to the Empire Strykers for a second stint, growing up in Jamaica as a top soccer prospect, and lots more. As always, we will also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City FC, and Orange County SC. Reigning MASL Defender of the Year Robert Palmer hops on to discuss his outstanding 2023-24 campaign, returning to the Empire Strykers for a second stint, growing up in Jamaica as a top soccer prospect, and lots more. As always, we will also get you caught up on all things LAFC, LA Galaxy, Angel City FC, and Orange County SC. false full 24 138330cc-486d-44c8-b332-bb4fa30e3ee5 Fri, 16 Aug 2024 00:05:25 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/8-15-with-angel-city-coach-ex-lafc-star-lee-nguyen-rDjzdpeQ 8/15 with Angel City Coach & Ex-LAFC star Lee Nguyen Empire Strykers 00:56:10 Angel City Coach Lee Nguyen joins us to discuss ACFC’s 2024 campaign and overall state, having laced up for LAFC, how the two clubs compare, his unique playing career in several countries, and lots more. As always, we will also get you caught up on all things LA Galaxy (aka “the Reus Boys”), Empire Strykers, and Orange County SC. Angel City Coach Lee Nguyen joins us to discuss ACFC’s 2024 campaign and overall state, having laced up for LAFC, how the two clubs compare, his unique playing career in several countries, and lots more. As always, we will also get you caught up on all things LA Galaxy (aka “the Reus Boys”), Empire Strykers, and Orange County SC. false full 22 313ffc9a-37d6-4ce2-8ae0-db5fdb56b02f Fri, 9 Aug 2024 01:04:48 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/august-8-with-co-host-nina-kiefer-of-angel-city-chicks-TpsFRhcv 8/8 with co-host Nina Kiefer of “Angel City Chicks” Empire Strykers 00:56:16 Nina Kiefer of the “Angel City Chicks” podcast co-hosts. Nina and Tim get you up to speed on recent and upcoming games by ACFC, LAFC, the LA Galaxy, Orange County SC, and the Empire Strykers. They also dive into the Olympics, Angel City’s youth movement, the upcoming USA vs. Mexico indoor clash, recent player acquisitions by the two LA area MLS teams, their impact on soccer in North America, and possible salary cap implications. Nina Kiefer of the “Angel City Chicks” podcast co-hosts. Nina and Tim get you up to speed on recent and upcoming games by ACFC, LAFC, the LA Galaxy, Orange County SC, and the Empire Strykers. They also dive into the Olympics, Angel City’s youth movement, the upcoming USA vs. Mexico indoor clash, recent player acquisitions by the two LA area MLS teams, their impact on soccer in North America, and possible salary cap implications. false full 21 d38c3ae3-4a57-4151-8554-2f6daf7110ab Fri, 2 Aug 2024 00:05:33 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/august-1-with-oc-head-coach-paul-hardyman-VDaisqBV 8/1 with OC Head Coach Paul Hardyman Empire Strykers 00:56:18 Orange County SC Head Coach Paul Hardyman joins us to discuss his predecessor’s recent shock departure, suddenly finding himself in charge, the state of his team, player development in North America, representing England in the Under-21 European Championships, and lots more. As always, we also cover LAFC, the LA Galaxy, Angel City FC, and the Empire Strykers. Orange County SC Head Coach Paul Hardyman joins us to discuss his predecessor’s recent shock departure, suddenly finding himself in charge, the state of his team, player development in North America, representing England in the Under-21 European Championships, and lots more. As always, we also cover LAFC, the LA Galaxy, Angel City FC, and the Empire Strykers. false full 20 2cd00804-d87d-4bf8-b68d-9ab1cfa098af Fri, 26 Jul 2024 20:49:08 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/7-25-with-broadcasting-legend-jp-dellacamera-dmKgyqym 7/25 with broadcasting legend JP Dellacamera Empire Strykers 00:56:34 Empire Strykers Executive VP Jimmy Nordberg joins to discuss this week’s blockbuster singing of reigning MASL MVP Genaro Castillo, how Castillo fits in with fellow Strykers stars Marco Fabián and Justin Stinson, the upcoming indoor doubleheader between the USA and Mexico in Ontario, and lots more. As always, we also cover LAFC, the LA Galaxy, Angel City FC, and Orange County SC. Empire Strykers Executive VP Jimmy Nordberg joins to discuss this week’s blockbuster singing of reigning MASL MVP Genaro Castillo, how Castillo fits in with fellow Strykers stars Marco Fabián and Justin Stinson, the upcoming indoor doubleheader between the USA and Mexico in Ontario, and lots more. As always, we also cover LAFC, the LA Galaxy, Angel City FC, and Orange County SC. false full 19 48687702-7580-4da6-9f53-b91cc4146216 Fri, 19 Jul 2024 00:07:07 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/7-18-with-empire-strykers-executive-vp-jimmy-nordberg-HJTIbdYF 7/18 with Empire Strykers Executive VP Jimmy Nordberg Empire Strykers 00:56:40 Empire Strykers Executive VP Jimmy Nordberg joins to discuss this week’s blockbuster singing of reigning MASL MVP Genaro Castillo, how Castillo fits in with fellow Strykers stars Marco Fabián and Justin Stinson, the upcoming indoor doubleheader between the USA and Mexico in Ontario, and lots more. As always, we also cover LAFC, the LA Galaxy, Angel City FC, and Orange County SC. Empire Strykers Executive VP Jimmy Nordberg joins to discuss this week’s blockbuster singing of reigning MASL MVP Genaro Castillo, how Castillo fits in with fellow Strykers stars Marco Fabián and Justin Stinson, the upcoming indoor doubleheader between the USA and Mexico in Ontario, and lots more. As always, we also cover LAFC, the LA Galaxy, Angel City FC, and Orange County SC. false full 18 14e38d94-7821-4f72-8f88-4321053f877e Fri, 12 Jul 2024 00:04:35 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/7-11-with-ex-la-galaxy-phenom-israel-sesay-empire-strykers-_M_PRrRx 7/11 with Ex-LA Galaxy Phenom Israel Sesay (Empire Strykers) Empire Strykers 00:56:06 We go up close and personal with former U.S. youth international and LA Galaxy teen phenom Israel Sesay. The Empire Strykers legend talks to us about growing up in the African nation of Sierra Leone, settling into a new life in Maryland, playing alongside David Beckham, the time he bypassed a dishonest agent to sign with a new club, and lots more. As always, we also cover LAFC, the Galaxy, Angel City FC, and Orange County SC. We go up close and personal with former U.S. youth international and LA Galaxy teen phenom Israel Sesay. The Empire Strykers legend talks to us about growing up in the African nation of Sierra Leone, settling into a new life in Maryland, playing alongside David Beckham, the time he bypassed a dishonest agent to sign with a new club, and lots more. As always, we also cover LAFC, the Galaxy, Angel City FC, and Orange County SC. false full 17 b460214e-3459-4edd-9cc8-1dccfab923bd Fri, 5 Jul 2024 17:28:40 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/7-4-el-trafico-edition-with-us-la-galaxy-legend-cobi-jones-vukuK61h 7/4 El Tráfico Edition with U.S. & LA Galaxy Legend Cobi Jones Empire Strykers 00:58:19 U.S. and MLS legend Cobi Jones helps us set the stage for this week’s El Tráfico clash between his LA Galaxy and LAFC. In addition to dissecting what’s allowing the Galaxy to compete with their crosstown rivals atop the Western Conference, Cobi provides his perspective as a part owner of Angel City FC and analyzes the USMNT’s Copa America failure. As always, we also cover Orange County SC, and the Empire Strykers. U.S. and MLS legend Cobi Jones helps us set the stage for this week’s El Tráfico clash between his LA Galaxy and LAFC. In addition to dissecting what’s allowing the Galaxy to compete with their crosstown rivals atop the Western Conference, Cobi provides his perspective as a part owner of Angel City FC and analyzes the USMNT’s Copa America failure. As always, we also cover Orange County SC, and the Empire Strykers. false full 16 873a9aae-c553-4fdb-a39b-34833aa83983 Fri, 28 Jun 2024 00:05:02 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/6-27-with-ocs-rising-star-bryce-jamison-E2AYXKlu 6/27 with OC’s Rising Star Bryce Jamison Empire Strykers 00:56:06 Nina Kiefer of “Angel City Chicks” subs in to help with co-hosting duties and partake in a conversation with Orange County SC attacker Bryce Jamison. The U.S. youth international opens up about the imminent transfer of his club’s head coach to Denmark, making history as an 18-year-old, representing his country in a World Cup, and lots more. As always, we also cover Angel City FC, LAFC, the LA Galaxy, and the Empire Strykers. Nina Kiefer of “Angel City Chicks” subs in to help with co-hosting duties and partake in a conversation with Orange County SC attacker Bryce Jamison. The U.S. youth international opens up about the imminent transfer of his club’s head coach to Denmark, making history as an 18-year-old, representing his country in a World Cup, and lots more. As always, we also cover Angel City FC, LAFC, the LA Galaxy, and the Empire Strykers. false full 15 c1ccad51-0572-4b9e-ad35-d9f1117be6e2 Fri, 21 Jun 2024 00:27:16 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/6-20-with-ex-mexico-defender-chivas-legend-miguel-ponce-empire-strykers-ajq0msnp-akOqKuSn 6/20 with ex-Mexico defender & Chivas legend Miguel Ponce (Empire Strykers) Empire Strykers 00:56:12 Mexican Olympic gold medalist Miguel Ponce joins to chat about his friendship with fellow Empire Strykers star and Chivas legend Marco Fabián, his recent experience of playing alongside Ronaldinho and Kaká, the hardest part of defending against Cristiano Ronaldo, and lots more. As always, we also cover LAFC, the LA Galaxy, the Empire Strykers, and Orange County SC. Mexican Olympic gold medalist Miguel Ponce joins to chat about his friendship with fellow Empire Strykers star and Chivas legend Marco Fabián, his recent experience of playing alongside Ronaldinho and Kaká, the hardest part of defending against Cristiano Ronaldo, and lots more. As always, we also cover LAFC, the LA Galaxy, the Empire Strykers, and Orange County SC. false full 14 012c9226-68c4-4797-92cc-e0181cc61ae6 Fri, 14 Jun 2024 00:06:14 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/6-13-with-angel-city-fcs-teen-sensation-kennedy-fuller-0DdtmCkt 6/13 with Angel City FC’s teen sensation Kennedy Fuller Empire Strykers 00:56:13 Tune into this week’s episode of KMET’s Soccer in 60 as Angel City FC’s teen phenom Kennedy Fuller hops on to discuss trialing with England’s Chelsea FC, choosing ACFC over college and other options, playing with her idols, her hopes and dreams at the international level, and lots more. As always, we also cover LAFC, the LA Galaxy, the Empire Strykers, and Orange County SC. Tune into this week’s episode of KMET’s Soccer in 60 as Angel City FC’s teen phenom Kennedy Fuller hops on to discuss trialing with England’s Chelsea FC, choosing ACFC over college and other options, playing with her idols, her hopes and dreams at the international level, and lots more. As always, we also cover LAFC, the LA Galaxy, the Empire Strykers, and Orange County SC. false full 12 e795d00e-e9b7-4b85-a85e-9b10d8ed9aaa Fri, 7 Jun 2024 02:07:22 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/soccer-in-60-june-6-with-tst-warrior-garrett-blume-empire-strykers-wjE6zf7b 6/6 with TST warrior Garrett Blume (Empire Strykers) Empire Strykers 00:56:06 This week, Empire Strykers attacker Garrett Blume talks to the guys about his recent recovery from injury, battling for a million dollars at The Soccer Tournament, how the event can serve as a platform to aspiring prospects, and lots more. As always, we also cover all the other major teams in greater Los Angeles. Today, Thursday @ 4pm PST How to watch/listen: Live: - 1490 AM + 98.1 FM in much of the Inland Empire - KMET app or www.kmet1490.com - Empire Strykers Instagram + YouTube On demand: - Empire Strykers YouTube - Major podcast platforms (search for “Soccer in 60”) This week, Empire Strykers attacker Garrett Blume talks to the guys about his recent recovery from injury, battling for a million dollars at The Soccer Tournament, how the event can serve as a platform to aspiring prospects, and lots more. As always, we also cover all the other major teams in greater Los Angeles. Today, Thursday @ 4pm PST How to watch/listen: Live: - 1490 AM + 98.1 FM in much of the Inland Empire - KMET app or www.kmet1490.com - Empire Strykers Instagram + YouTube On demand: - Empire Strykers YouTube - Major podcast platforms (search for “Soccer in 60”) false full 11 f4846559-8ef5-4757-a41c-b290fb9b2f55 Fri, 31 May 2024 00:53:35 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/5-30-with-empire-strykers-keeper-brandon-gomez-1lLLRLWa 5/30 with Empire Strykers ‘keeper Brandon Gomez Empire Strykers 00:56:16 Empire Strykers goalkeeper and LA native Brandon Gomez joins to share his thoughts on transitioning from outdoor to indoor, his firsthand experience with pay-to-play, battling for a million dollars in the upcoming TST tournament, and lots more. As always, we also cover all the other major teams in Greater Los Angeles. Empire Strykers goalkeeper and LA native Brandon Gomez joins to share his thoughts on transitioning from outdoor to indoor, his firsthand experience with pay-to-play, battling for a million dollars in the upcoming TST tournament, and lots more. As always, we also cover all the other major teams in Greater Los Angeles. false full 10 fa4f0064-8f76-4534-8808-2d5bf2c3075e Thu, 30 May 2024 22:17:07 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/5-10-with-angel-city-fcs-madison-curry-9zu8BWDr 5/10 with Angel City FC’s Madison Curry Empire Strykers 00:57:23 This week, we’re joined by Angel City FC defender Madison Curry. The NWSL rookie talks to us about her rapid rise to fame, the role her three brothers have played in her success, playing in front of 20,000+, sharing a locker room with legends of the game, and more. As always, we also look at all the other major teams in Greater Los Angeles. This week, we’re joined by Angel City FC defender Madison Curry. The NWSL rookie talks to us about her rapid rise to fame, the role her three brothers have played in her success, playing in front of 20,000+, sharing a locker room with legends of the game, and more. As always, we also look at all the other major teams in Greater Los Angeles. false full 9 d60ef832-f591-4f56-bdc1-e772df9b4686 Fri, 24 May 2024 23:03:17 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/5-23-with-lafc-mexico-u-21-keeper-abraham-romero-u2a9voNo 5/23 with LAFC & Mexico U-21 ‘Keeper Abraham Romero Empire Strykers 00:56:35 U.S. and Mexico youth international goalkeeper Abraham Romero joins us on the heels of earning a shutout to lead LAFC to the quarterfinals of the U.S. Open Cup. As always, we also cover the LA Galaxy, Angel City FC, the Empire Strykers, and Orange County SC. U.S. and Mexico youth international goalkeeper Abraham Romero joins us on the heels of earning a shutout to lead LAFC to the quarterfinals of the U.S. Open Cup. As always, we also cover the LA Galaxy, Angel City FC, the Empire Strykers, and Orange County SC. false full 8 4fe1b114-f738-459b-8962-3de7be22bf61 Fri, 17 May 2024 16:47:11 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/5-17-with-ocs-ex-galaxy-man-ethan-zubak-j0kMUONP 5/17 with OC’s ex-Galaxy man Ethan Zubak Empire Strykers 00:56:16 Former LA Galaxy and current Orange County SC forward Ethan Zubak joins us to discuss his Southern California roots, playing with some of the biggest stars in MLS, life in the USL Championship, and lots more. As always, we also cover LAFC, the Galaxy, Angel City FC, and the Empire Strykers. Former LA Galaxy and current Orange County SC forward Ethan Zubak joins us to discuss his Southern California roots, playing with some of the biggest stars in MLS, life in the USL Championship, and lots more. As always, we also cover LAFC, the Galaxy, Angel City FC, and the Empire Strykers. false full 7 74f41ede-5b93-4119-be48-0a86e46c7079 Fri, 3 May 2024 22:22:20 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/5-3-with-empire-strykers-defender-quenton-swift-coach-paul-wright-AGiw_zLY 5/3 with Empire Strykers defender Quenton Swift & Coach Paul Wright Empire Strykers 00:56:37 Empire Strykers defender Quenton Swift and Head Coach Paul Wright join us to break down the MASL playoffs and final series. Indoor veteran Swift reflects on his first season in Southern California and draws on his collegiate coaching experience in looking ahead to the 2024-25 campaign. As always, we also cover all the other major teams in Greater Los Angeles. Empire Strykers defender Quenton Swift and Head Coach Paul Wright join us to break down the MASL playoffs and final series. Indoor veteran Swift reflects on his first season in Southern California and draws on his collegiate coaching experience in looking ahead to the 2024-25 campaign. As always, we also cover all the other major teams in Greater Los Angeles. false full 6 d0ccd27d-7d29-488e-93d5-89e9800308ca Fri, 26 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/4-25-with-guatemala-us-national-teamer-brian-orozco-empire-strykers-QeW9uGa9 4/25 with Guatemala & U.S. national teamer Brian Orozco (Empire Strykers) Empire Strykers 00:56:55 Empire Strykers up-and-comer Brian Orozco joins Soccer in 60 to discuss growing up in Guatemala and the U.S., what it means to have represented both countries, and how he intends to defend his starting spot in net next season. As always, we also look at all the other major teams in Greater Los Angeles. Empire Strykers up-and-comer Brian Orozco joins Soccer in 60 to discuss growing up in Guatemala and the U.S., what it means to have represented both countries, and how he intends to defend his starting spot in net next season. As always, we also look at all the other major teams in Greater Los Angeles. false full 5 fa479da3-e2c7-4fbd-93e9-a779b6e3b9e2 Tue, 23 Apr 2024 02:45:18 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/4-11-with-breakout-defender-momo-gueye-empire-strykers-WrVHLwoN 4/11 with breakout defender Momo Gueye (Empire Strykers) Empire Strykers 00:58:22 The Empire Strykers’ breakout star Momo Gueye hops on to talk to us about the MASL playoffs, his favorite memories from a challenging 2023-24 campaign, and his goals for next season. As always, we also look at all the other major teams in Greater Los Angeles. The Empire Strykers’ breakout star Momo Gueye hops on to talk to us about the MASL playoffs, his favorite memories from a challenging 2023-24 campaign, and his goals for next season. As always, we also look at all the other major teams in Greater Los Angeles. false full 4 839fbc00-c07a-4d20-ac2e-53d8924311a5 Fri, 19 Apr 2024 23:45:57 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/4-18-with-la-galaxy-keeper-john-mccarthy-strykers-coach-paul-wright-Q9dgLZqE 4/18 with LA Galaxy ‘keeper John McCarthy & Strykers Coach Paul Wright Empire Strykers 00:56:40 This week, the guys are joined by LA Galaxy ace John McCarthy, who reflects on his amazing journey to MLS stardom and provides valuable tips to aspiring ‘keepers. We also hear from Empire Strykers Head Coach Paul Wright, who offers lessons learned from a tough MASL season and looks ahead to 2024-25. As always, we also discuss all the other major teams in Greater Los Angeles. This week, the guys are joined by LA Galaxy ace John McCarthy, who reflects on his amazing journey to MLS stardom and provides valuable tips to aspiring ‘keepers. We also hear from Empire Strykers Head Coach Paul Wright, who offers lessons learned from a tough MASL season and looks ahead to 2024-25. As always, we also discuss all the other major teams in Greater Los Angeles. false full 3 66d18035-2ab5-46ba-9a0a-e55a36490260 Fri, 5 Apr 2024 02:37:54 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Empire Strykers) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/4-4-with-ex-galaxy-star-israel-sesay-AQ9v_U8X 4/4 With Ex-Galaxy phenom Israel Sesay (Empire Strykers) Empire Strykers 00:56:52 Former LA Galaxy teen phenom Israel Sesay joins us to discuss his time in MLS, a tough 2023-24 season with the Strykers, his thoughts on the upcoming campaign and his passion for coaching. As always, we also look at the other major pro teams in Greater Los Angeles. Former LA Galaxy teen phenom Israel Sesay joins us to discuss his time in MLS, a tough 2023-24 season with the Strykers, his thoughts on the upcoming campaign and his passion for coaching. As always, we also look at the other major pro teams in Greater Los Angeles. false full 2 e96412a2-3c62-4441-a5be-ed3eff2e504a Tue, 2 Apr 2024 21:40:57 +0000 gberndt@theempirestrykers.com (Marco Fabian) https://soccer-in-60-8b1765ec.simplecast.com/episodes/soccer-in-60-with-marco-fabian-zO9nVwjX 3/28 with former Mexico star Marco Fabián Marco Fabian 00:56:26 Former Mexico and FIFA World Cup star Marco Fabián of the Empire Strykers joins us to discuss his first season in pro indoor soccer, life in Southern California, and his love for his fans. As always, we also look at all the other major teams in Greater LA. Former Mexico and FIFA World Cup star Marco Fabián of the Empire Strykers joins us to discuss his first season in pro indoor soccer, life in Southern California, and his love for his fans. As always, we also look at all the other major teams in Greater LA. sports false full 1