Benji is joined by Velocity FC head coach Leigh Veidman, captain Luis Gil, midfielder Andre Lewis, and defender Derek Waldeck. They talk about their experiences in Spokane, highs and lows of the first ever season for Velocity FC. Benji also asks questions from members of the 509 Syndicate.

Host: Benji Wade

Guests: Leigh Veidman, Luis Gil, Andre Lewis, Derek Waldeck

Producer: Brennon Poynor @ Spokast!

Benji is joined by Ryan Tjelle of the wonderful nonprofit Side By Side Spokane to chat about the Spokane Shadow's WPSL team, the TST, Ryan's role with Side By Side, and much more.

RUNNING ORDER:

(01:20) - Ryan's soccer story and his role as Director of Community Life with Side by Side Spokane

(17:18) - How Ryan became a Spurs supporter and his experience as a coach with 90+ and Shadle Park High School

(32:20) - Two Zephyr FC players appear in the TST tournament and details for upcoming soccer events in Spokane

(42:39) - Benji and Ryan recap their experience watching the WPSL match between Spokane Shadow and Portland Thorns II

Host: Benji Wade

Guest: Ryan Tjelle of Side by Side Spokane

Benji is joined by Stefan Andersson of 90+ Soccer Organization and Upper 7 Soccer Academy.

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RUNNING ORDER:

(00:52) Zephyr FC have signed a former Gonzaga standout, there was a Champions League watch party at No-Li, and the Spokane Shadow WPSL team takes on Portland Thorns II this weekend 

(11:16) Stefan describes his first experience going to ONE Stadium, the origins of his role with 90+ and Upper 7 Soccer Academy as well as his beliefs about coaching and working with players

(37:44) Benji talks about how he came to know about Stefan’s talent as a soccer player and Stefan describes how a horrible injury nearly 20 years ago changed his life profoundly

(1:03:49) Local teenager Rocky Wells plays for Velocity FC and #30 takes over vs. Chivas

Guest: Stefan Andersson

Benji gives his take on the "99" documentary and Gonzaga losing half a dozen of its best players (01:20). Then, he gives his account of recent Velocity FC results vs. Forward Madison and Greenville Triumph (07:26). Zephyr FC have signed SEVEN players now, Velocity added a talented winger with Sounders pedigree, and the legendary Chivas of Liga MX are coming to Spokane for an international friendly (27:36). Finally, Benji responds to the listener mailbag (36:00).

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Host: Benji Wade

Benji is joined by Scott Linklater to catch up on Benji's trip to Europe where he saw Fulham host Crystal Palace and PSG lose to Borussia Dortmund. They also discuss Velocity FC's League One Cup games against Central Valley Fuego and Union Omaha. Finally, they talk about Zephyr FC signing their first player, midfielder Marley Canales, and much much more!

(01:27) - Cheering for your favorite team to lose, Spokane has a derby day as Spokane Shadow defeat Spokane United 7-2

(14:03) - Zephyr FC have signed their first player, midfielder Marley Canales, and Benji tries and fails to avoid soccer while traveling in Europe with his family

(34:25) - Velocity FC play their first game in the Jagermeister League Cup hosting Central Valley Fuego to a 1-1 draw at ONE Stadium. Benji also gets something off his chest about the price of beer and the water situation

(47:58) - Benji and Scott recap and analyze the 3-2 victory over Union Omaha in their 2nd match in the League Cup

(1:22:21) - Q&A from the community!

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Host: Benji Wade

Guest: Scott Linklater

Produced by: Brennon Poynor @ ⁠Spokast!

Benji is joined by Scott Linklater of South Hill FC to talk about two recent Velocity FC games: the 2-2 draw with Lexington SC and the 2-1 loss in the U.S. Open Cup against the Las Vegas Lights. They also discuss the hot button topic of center forward play and Velocity FC's attacking returns. Finally, they take a few community Q&A submissions.

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RUNNING ORDER:

(00:27) Updates on South Hill FC, Benji's daughter plays her first 90+ spring games

(06:56) Review and analysis of Velocity FC's 2-2 draw with Lexington SC

(25:07) Review and analysis of Velocity FC's 2-1 loss to Las Vegas Lights in the U.S. Open Cup including the exploits of OUR OPEN CUP HERO ANDRE LEWIS!

(40:44) Benji and Scott exchange perspectives on the center forward play out of Josh Dolling and Kimarni Smith as well as the lack of Velocity FC attacking returns

(55:55) Community Q&A

Host: Benji Wade

Guest: Scott Linklater

Produced by: Brennon Poynor @ Spokast!

Benji sits down with Mike Pellicio and Jesse Retan of Spokane Shadow aka. Spokane Sounders to talk about the Shadow: players, program, and a rich history. They also discuss Velocity FC's momentous victory in the U.S. Open Cup over NISA side Los Angeles Force. Finally, they provide impressions of the first handful of Velocity's performances as a team.

RUNNING ORDER:

(01:58) Jesse and Mike share their soccer journey and a brief history of Spokane Shadow

(19:39) Mike talks about Shadow's link with Guam, how the Shadow are connected with the Seattle Sounders, the amateur and professional landscape in Spokane, and Jesse's love of flyfishing

(35:37) A lively discussion of Velocity FC vs. L.A. Force, Leigh Veidman's approach to attacking play, and a spotlight on Mikey Rojas, Camron Miller, Pierre Reedy, and more

(59:29) The experience of watching soccer at ONE Stadium and a speed round Q&A with Jesse and Mike

Benji is joined by Nicole, Fernando, and Jared of the 509 Syndicate to chat about Velocity FC's 2-1 loss to Charlotte Independence on March 28, 2024. We also discuss the overall team performance early in the season and look ahead to the 2nd round U.S. Open Cup draw with L.A. Force of NISA. Recorded live at our presenting sponsor, Flatstick Pub. Follow us on Instagram!

(01:40) - The panel catches up on where they watched the game vs. Charlotte Independence.

(10:07) - Breaking down the key moments from the game: goals and (bad) refereeing decisions.

(41:49) - Stats, individual player performances, and listener Q&A submissions.

(55:07) - Zephyr FC updates and a preview of the U.S. Open Cup game vs. L.A. Force on Wednesday.

Host: Benji Wade

Guests: Nicole Malubay, Jared Bogyo, and Fernando Díaz

Benji is joined by guest Scott Linklater of South Hill FC to break down Velocity FC's third straight victory over Ballard FC in the Open Cup and Northern Colorado Hailstorm in the USL League One competition. They also talk about a few ONE Stadium updates and other Q&A submissions from the community.

RUNNING ORDER:

(01:07) What the hell is South Hill FC?

(12:52) U.S. Open Cup win for Velocity FC over Ballard FC

(37:25) ONE Stadium updates and commentary

(47:24) Velocity vs. Northern Colorado Hailstorm analysis and discussion

(1:02:34) Q&A submissions from the community

Host: Benji Wade

Guest: Scott Linklater

Producer: Brennon Poynor @ Spokast!

Benji is joined by Jamie Bartlett and Jonathan Ehrenberg of the 509 Syndicate to talk about Spokane Velocity FC's 2-1 win over the Richmond Kickers in the very first professional soccer game to be played at ONE Stadium.

Presented by Flatstick Pub.

RUNNING ORDER:

(01:10) - Defining the 509 Syndicate and its involvement with the first Velocity FC game

(12:13) - Expressing our emotional experience and breaking down the 2-1 win against the Richmond Kickers

(26:49) - Performances, stats, and observations of the game

(32:35) - Our thoughts about ONE Stadium - good, bad, and indifferent

(35:58) - Velocity FC signed a new player, Elijah Amadin

(39:03) - Next up! Ballard FC on Wednesday, NoCo Hailstorm on Saturday in Spokane

(42:44) - Q&A section! Player rotation, team needs, ONE Stadium, Velocity FC to Championship, soccer rules, and much more.

Host: Benji Wade

Guests: Jamie Bartlett and Jonathan Ehrenberg

Producer: Brennon Poynor @ Spokast

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