Benji is joined by Zephyr FC and Bosnian international winger, midfielder, and magician Emina Ekić. They talk about Emina's journey as a player from Louisville to Australia and now Spokane. Then, Emina provides her unique perspectives about the incredible turn in form for Zephyr FC the last few months and how the team's commitment to a playoff run became a reality. Finally, Emina responds to questions from the community and 509 Syndicate.

Host: Benji Wade

Guest: Emina Ekić

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Benji is joined by Abby Carchio for the first time since last August to catch up on all things Zephyr FC and their remarkable run of form in 2025. They start with a conversation about the influence of Ally Cook and Hope Hisey, and how their play has helped Zephyr go from bottom of the table in December to third in the USL Super League heading into their last match.

Host: Benji Wade

Guest: Abby Carchio

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Benji is joined by former Northern Colorado Hailstorm head coach Eamon Zayed for a conversation about the opening round of the 2025 Jägermeister Cup, including Velocity FC's 2-1 win over Oakland Roots to start their campaign. They also talk about Eamon's unique stories as both a player and manager, including his 2024 Hailstorm being the current holders and first-time winners of the Jägermeister Cup.

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• Kenzie Weinert
• Pierre Reedy
• Jennah Wanner
• Northwest Autism Center

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Host: Benji Wade

Guest: Eamon Zayed

Benji is joined by Jessica Charman for a candid conversation about her career as a soccer play-by-play and color commentator for Charlotte FC and most recently, the NWSL and USL Super League. We talk about Jessica's history as a goalkeeper growing up in England, her thoughts about the USL Super League, and much more.

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Host: Benji Wade

Guests: Jessica Charman

It's been exactly a year since Mt. Spokane girls / Shadle High School boys head coach Mike Pellicio and Spokane Shadow's Director of Coaching Jesse Retan first joined me on the show. We caught up on all their soccer activities, then discussed the most recent games from Velocity FC.

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Host: Benji Wade

Guests: Mike Pellicio and Jesse Retan

Benji recaps and provides analysis of Zephyr FC’s impressive road win over Tampa Bay Sun before he is joined by Zephyr midfielder Sophie Braun and Kenzie Weinert. They start the conversation with their transition from college players to pros, their roles with the team, and finally, Benji puts them through the Q&A SPEED ROUND!

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Host: Benji Wade

Guests: Sophie Braun and Kenzie Weinert

Benji is joined by Jamie and Scott to recap the vibes at ONE Stadium on a very cold weekend following a thrilling 3-2 victory for Zephyr FC and a 2-2 hyper-competitive draw for Velocity FC.

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Host: Benji Wade

Guests: Jamie Bartlett and Scott Linklater

Benji is joined by John Morrissey of USL Tactics to put SEVEN new players signings under the microscope and preview the upcoming season for Velocity FC in their second season competing in USL's League One.

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Host: Benji Wade

Guests: John Morrissey

Benji is joined by Velocity FC midfielder Collin Fernandez and winger Pierre Reedy. The conversation begins with a recap of Velocity FC's historic playoff success in 2024. Then, Collin and Pierre describe their soccer story, what they're looking forward to in 2025, and finally, Benji puts the two guests through the Q&A SPEED ROUND!

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Host: Benji Wade

Guests: Collin Fernandez and Pierre Reedy

Benji begins the New Year by reviewing his favorite moments of 2024, looking ahead to 2025, and answering some excellent mailbag questions. He also announces the (first ever) Spokane Soccer Show Player of the Year for 2024.

Host: Benji Wade