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Last week may have been a bad one for the USMNT, but the emergence of Diego Luna in midfield may be the redeeming event of a failed Nations League run. His story of development doesn’t fit the mold of the average MLS star, but shows the importance of USL Championship’s role in the path to professional.
by Dan Vaughn
Read MoreOne of the original Locos, Memo Diaz has spent the last four seasons helping propel Oakland Roots into a consistent USL Championship playoff contender. Now Dias returns to El Paso with fresh perspective, a wealth of experience, and a new baby in tow.
by Dan Vaughn
Read MoreIt was a massive upset last night and Del Shaffer was in the crowd to see it. Charleston’s undefeated streak comes to an end under the new look El Paso Locomotive. Here’s the match notes from the big El Paso win.
by Del Shaffer
Read MoreTonight two sister soccer clubs will face off in the first ever Derby Paso Del Norte in El Paso. El Paso Locomotive and FC Juarez plan to make this matchup a regular friendly that allows fans of both clubs to root for their teams in the borderland.
by Dan Vaughn
Read MoreTough night for Locomotive, going down a score in the second half and couldn’t find the equalizer, regardless of effort.
by Dan Vaughn
Read MoreOn a windy night in El Paso, Monterey Bay managed to sneak out with a point after a last minute goal evened things. There was plenty to be excited for the home side, as El Paso looked good for the first 45. This is a full match report from the evening.
by Dan Vaughn
Read MoreWith every club getting ready for the USL Championship to kick off, Dan checks in with his local club, El Paso Locomotive, to see how year two of the Clarhaut regime is developing.
by Dan Vaughn
Read MoreAfter his first season with El Paso Locomotive, Brian Clarhaut sat down to discuss the lessons he learned in the USL in 2023. After learning to deal with weather, time zones, and a host of teams previously unseen, Brian is ready to put his stamp on the roster for 2024.
by Dan Vaughn
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