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Welcome to a special episode of the Orange & Blueprints Podcast!

In this series, we’re joined by journalists and insiders who cover Houston Dash opponents, bringing you an inside look at what to expect ahead of each matchup. Today, we welcome Kit Ovsievsky, a current Fordham University women’s soccer player and NC Courage Academy alum, to break down everything you need to know about NC Courage. From key players to watch, to their style of play, to the biggest storylines shaping the squad, we’ve got you covered. Get ready for a comprehensive preview as the Houston Dash host the North Carolina Courage this Saturday night at Shell Energy Stadium.

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Welcome to the Orange & Blueprints Podcast - your go-to spot for everything Houston Dash and women’s soccer in the Bayou City!

After a long NWSL break, Manny and Diego return to preview the Houston Dash’s upcoming matchup against the NC Courage. They also break down how Dash players performed with their respective national teams during the international window that paused league play. The conversation expands to cover the newly announced Columbus expansion team set to join the NWSL in 2028, as well as the CONCACAF matches scheduled to take place at Shell Energy Stadium later this year.

From roster chatter and league-wide storylines to big-picture Dash talk, we’ve got you covered. The new season is getting closer, and we’re excited to ride it with you every step of the way. Stick around for all things Houston Dash and women’s soccer—it’s shaping up to be a fun one.

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Welcome back to the Bayou City Soccer Podcast! This week, the guys are joined by German Benitez of Foxtrot Media to break down a strong bounce-back stretch for the Houston Dynamo. Houston kicked things off with a win over El Paso Locomotive in the US Open Cup, advancing to the next round, and followed it up with an impressive road result—grabbing all three points against Orlando City in MLS play.

Looking ahead, the Dynamo face San Diego FC in a midweek clash that has all the makings of a trap game. While the California side has struggled in its second MLS season, they still boast dangerous attacking pieces like Anders Dreyer who can turn a game in an instant. Then it’s on to Saturday, where Houston heads to Q2 Stadium to face Austin FC—a matchup that has historically been a tough one for the Dynamo.

To wrap things up, we dive into Dynamo 2’s continued unbeaten run and discuss the growing buzz around local youth talent, with several players knocking on the door of making a real impact at the first-team level.

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Welcome to a special episode of the Bayou City Soccer Podcast! This week, we’re joined by Christian Miles, who will be on the call this Saturday as Houston Dynamo FC take on Orlando City. We dive into Houston’s challenging start to the MLS season, spotlighting bright performances from players like Guilherme while also addressing the impact of key injuries to Artur, Jack McGlynn, and Lucas Halter, absences that have made it difficult for the team to build consistent chemistry. Plus, we break down Orlando City: what they bring into this matchup, their strengths and tactical approach, and how they’re balancing the demands of competing across multiple competitions.

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Welcome to another Orange Talk episode of the Bayou City Soccer Podcast! We’re joined by Erik Sviatchenko of the Houston Dynamo. We break down the 6–2 loss to the Colorado Rapids, what went wrong defensively, and how the team is regrouping during a tough stretch. We also touch on leadership, maintaining standards, and a busy week ahead, including a tricky U.S. Open Cup match. Plus, Erik discusses facing Griffin Dorsey, turning performances into results, and why fans should stay confident.

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Welcome back to the Bayou City Soccer Podcast! This week, the guys are joined by Juan Pereira to break down the Houston Dynamo’s embarrassing 6–2 loss to the Colorado Rapids. While the stats suggest a fairly even contest, the difference was clear: Colorado capitalized on their chances in front of goal, and as always, goals win games.

We dive deep into key individual performances, analyze Ben Olsen’s methodology, and discuss what changes may be necessary moving forward. The conversation then shifts to the upcoming midweek U.S. Open Cup clash against El Paso Locomotive, where we consider whether an upset could be on the horizon.

Looking ahead to the weekend, we preview the matchup against Orlando City, featuring former Dynamo player Griffin Dorsey, and officially dub it “The Dorsey Derby.” Finally, we highlight the impressive form of Dynamo 2, who remain undefeated heading into their sixth game of the season against Real Monarchs this Sunday.

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All that and much more in this episode!

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Welcome to the Orange & Blueprints Podcast - your go-to spot for everything Houston Dash and women’s soccer in the Bayou City!

In this episode, Manny and Diego break down the Houston Dash’s wild home victory over Racing Louisville FC, a match that featured four penalties, two for each side. The decisive moment came from Sarah Puntigam, whose late spot kick sealed the win for Houston. With the National Women's Soccer League pausing for the international window, where eight Dash players have earned national team call-ups, they also take time to dissect just how strong Houston’s start to the 2026 season has been.

From roster chatter and league-wide storylines to big-picture Dash talk, we’ve got you covered. The new season is getting closer, and we’re excited to ride it with you every step of the way. Stick around for all things Houston Dash and women’s soccer—it’s shaping up to be a fun one.

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And much more!

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Welcome to another Orange Talk episode of the Bayou City Soccer Podcast! We’re joined by Sophie Schmidt of the Houston Dash. We discuss her recovery from knee surgery and return against Racing Louisville FC, reflect on how the club has evolved since 2019, and what stands out about the team’s young core and 2026 group. Plus, Sophie shares her thoughts on embracing a late-game role, the growth of the FIFA Women's World Cup, and what Houston means to her—on and off the field—as she looks ahead to her legacy with the club.

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Welcome back to the Bayou City Soccer Podcast! This week, the guys are joined by Juan Pereira to break down the Houston Dynamo’s tough 1–0 loss to Seattle.

For long stretches, Houston looked like the better side—doing well to limit the Sounders’ attack while creating several promising chances of their own. Unfortunately, none of those opportunities found the back of the net. Seattle, on the other hand, capitalized on one key moment and made it count, securing the win on a rainy night.

While the players put in a strong overall performance, there’s a sense that Ben Olsen could have done more tactically to influence the outcome before Seattle’s decisive moment—though, of course, hindsight is always 20/20.

Looking ahead, Houston prepares to take on the Rapids, while Houston Dynamo 2 returns to action this weekend, kicking off a challenging 10-game road trip against Austin FC II.

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All that and much more in this episode!

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Welcome to a special episode of the Bayou City Soccer Podcast! In this episode, we’re joined by Calen Carr, who will be on the call this Saturday as Houston Dynamo FC take on the Seattle Sounders. We break down Houston’s start to the season, highlighting standout performances from players like Guilherme while also discussing others, such as Ezequiel Ponce, who will be looking to find better form. Plus, we take a closer look at the Seattle Sounders, what they bring to the matchup, and how they’re managing the challenges of competing across multiple competitions.

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Hosts: Dustyn Richardson & Joey Chabala

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