The Dirigo Union is back with another Crossover Episode, this time with Andrew Phillips from the Reedy River Riot, supporters of the Greenville Triumph.

Andrew takes us inside the origins of the Riot, their role in Greenville’s soccer community, and what it’s like running a supporters group day-to-day—including what matchdays look like in the Upstate.

We compare notes on the Hearts of Pine’s slow, community-driven build in Portland, how both clubs secured their stadium situations, and the importance of local ownership in shaping authentic lower-league soccer culture.

The conversation also digs into Greenville’s season so far, the challenges of balancing a playoff push with a deep cup run, and standout players to watch.

We preview Wednesday night’s big USL League One matchup as the Hearts travel to Greenville for the return fixture, with playoff implications for both clubs. Expect discussion of playing styles—Portland’s pressing and physicality vs Greenville’s possession-heavy approach—the role of veteran leaders, and who might step up when it matters most.

We also touch on supporter culture across USL League One, the growing importance of SGs in building atmosphere, and what pro/rel and league expansion could mean for the future of American soccer.

Watch Hearts of Pine @ Greenville Triumph live on ESPN+ – Wednesday, Sept. 3 at 7PM.

Mitchell, John, Sam and Peter discuss the thrilling 4-2 victory over Charlotte Independence.

The Dirigo Union crew is back with another Post Match Pulse, breaking down a big night for the Portland Hearts of Pine. Sam, Sean, John, and Rob recap the 3-2 road victory over Westchester SC, a result that gives the Hearts their second away win of the season.

The discussion covers the turning points, standout performances, and what this result means for the playoff race. The guys also dig into Sega Coulibaly’s defensive dominance, Ollie Wright’s magic touch, Nathan Messer’s rollercoaster night, and the impact of depth players like Walter Varela and Jay Tee Kamara.

Looking ahead, the conversation shifts to the Hearts’ crucial upcoming home clash with the Charlotte Independence at Fitzpatrick Stadium, where playoff hopes will be on the line.

Join us as we analyze the action, share laughs, and look forward to what’s next. Up the Hearts!

Shawn meets up with Angel, a founder and General of the 914th Infantry - the supporters group (sg) for Westchester SC.

 Angel talks to Shawn about having to hit the ground running with the quick start of nine months for both the club and the sg before the start of the USL League One season.

Shawn and Angel runs over the summary of each club to date, and dive into the matchup of currently 14th Westchester SC hosting 9th Portland Hearts of Pine Sunday, August 24th at 4pm on ESPN+.

Shawn meets up with Jaime Bartlett, a founder of the 509 Syndicate, an educator, and a woman’s soccer connoisseur. Jaime talks to Shawn about the 509 Syndicate SG structure and the stresses and strains on supporting two clubs from one SG, and what the SG would do differently if starting over to better support two clubs. We get a summary of the Spokane Zephyr from year one, an overview of the USL Super League schedule and playoff structure. We also get a feel for a currently coachless Zephyr side that will be kicking off season 2 shortly. Both wish each other good luck for the remainder of the season….but not this weekend. 😉

The DU Post Match Pulse goes International, and talks with Dave Finlayson of Down the Pub Podcast (IG & YouTube - @downthepubpodcast) about the Hearts of Pine vs Halifax Wanderers FC "friendly" that took place on August 6th at Fitzpatrick Stadium in Portland, ME. The gents talk about the match, the players, the pitch, and the atmosphere on the night. They then go on to talk about the Canadian Football League (CPL), the history and construction of Wanderers Grounds Stadium, CPL clubs hurdles and heights, and perhaps what the future could look like considering the CPL and the USL.

In this DU Crossover episode, Shawn talks with one of the founders of USL League One podcasting, SG member of the Red Army, and one of the overall great characters of the USL League One landscape Elliot "Yogi" Barr. Yogi and Shawn share some perspective and history on USL League One refs, fields, tifos, and their respective SGs.The guys brief out the highs, lows, risks, and rewards of their clubs so far this year. Titus Washington's brace, the Hearts and the Kickers defensive issues, the Kickers winning drought, and a pivotal run of matches in front of Richmond Kickers that includes the match against Hearts of Pine on Saturday August 9th at 5pm est.Dirigo Union members, Red Army members, and soccer supporters of all walks of life will thoroughly enjoy this fun and informative podcast covering the run up to Hearts of Pine vs Richmond Kickers. You can catch all the action on ESPN+. Watch more of Yogi Barr on his podcasts @Rivercity93 and @Walkin90.

Welcome back to Coach’s Corner, presented by the Dirigo Union, live from $3 Dewey’s in Portland, Maine!In Episode 3, hosts Charles and Mitchell are joined by Hearts of Pine head coach Bobby Murphy and a very special guest — Mark Watson, Senior Football Strategy Advisor for Canadian Premier League side Halifax Wanderers and one of the most capped players in Canadian national team history, ahead of Portland's first-ever international friendly against Halifax at Fitzpatrick Stadium. Topics of discussion:Bobby and Mark’s history coaching together.The significance of this cross-border matchup.What makes a friendly competitive and meaningful?How both clubs are building culture, youth development, and future rivalry.

Mark’s experience playing in Europe and facing legends like Romário and Ronaldo (R9).A surprise trivia face-off — who knows their soccer history (and Maine puffins) best?We also discuss the state of lower-division soccer in North America, how pro/rel could shape the game, and what fans should expect from a midseason friendly with plenty on the line for fringe players and young talent.Don’t miss this special international edition ahead of Hearts of Pine vs. Halifax Wanderers at Fitzpatrick Stadium.Game Night: WednesdayLocation: Fitzpatrick Stadium, Portland, MEHearts of Pine vs. Halifax WanderersUp the Hearts. North Atlantic Derby incoming!

Coach’s Corner is back. Episode 2 was recorded live at $3 Dewey’s in Portland, Maine on July 15, and brought to you by the Dirigo Union, $3 Dewey’s, and your Portland Hearts of Pine.This time around, we sat down with Head Coach Bobby Murphy and veteran forward Jake Keegan for a deeper dive into tactics, team culture, and what lies ahead in League One play.What’s inside this episode:- How the team stayed locked in through a 3+ hour delay in Texoma- Bobby’s thoughts on purposeful possession, halftime talks, and tactical evolution- Jake’s take on pressing as a forward, squad chemistry, and life in Portland- How Footwork Academy is connecting Hearts of Pine to local youth- Preview of the massive home match vs Greenville — and how the team is preparing- Your favorite segment: From the Stands Q&A with live fan questions- Bonus Trivia Round!Question of the Week winner takes home a USL League One match ball signed by the Hearts of Pine squad — want to win next time? Attend the next Coach's Corner and get your question heard! Next Coach’s Corner is Tuesday, August 5 — same place, same time! (Dewey's at 6 PM)See you tonight at Fitzpatrick Stadium as the Hearts take on Greenville Triumph. Get loud. Be proud. Up the Hearts!

In this special DU Crossover episode, Sean sits down with Tim Vacek from The Scruffs, the passionate supporters group for One Knoxville SC, ahead of a highly anticipated two-game clash with the Portland Hearts of Pine.Get to know the backstory of The Scruffs, Knoxville’s community-first SG proudly representing the “Scruffy City.” Tim shares the origins of the name, how the group has grown since 2022, their deep involvement with youth soccer scholarships, block party matchdays in the Old City, and what makes their matchday march one of the most electric in USL League One.We also dive deep into both clubs' current form, their season summaries so far, and the challenges and triumphs each SG has faced on and off the pitch. Tim and Sean break down likely starting XIs, highlight key players (including fan-favorites like Campus, Stavros Zarokostas, and Titus Washington), and trade predictions for what promises to be a gritty, physical matchup under the Tennessee heat.Whether you're part of the Dirigo Union in Maine or a Scruff in Tennessee, this episode is packed with the community spirit, banter, and football insight that make USL special.August 2 – One Knoxville SC vs. Portland Hearts of PineWatch live on ESPN+