NISA Update Week 9
Four matches in NISA week 9, including 2 for front-running Chattanooga FC. Here’s a breakdown of all the matches and their impact on the standings.
by Dan Vaughn
Read MoreEvan Raimist: Exit Interview
Few people are as universally loved in lower league soccer than Maryland Bobcats’ Vice President Evan Raimist. Last week, he announced his exit from the NISA club and a move to work with Men in Blazers. We sat down with Evan to discuss his move and look back over his work with Maryland.
by Dan Vaughn
Read MoreNISA Playoff Update
First round of NISA playoffs in the books and we’ve got two clubs advancing to this weekend’s semifinals. Albion San Diego go the job done against the ever-popular Maryland Bobcats, while Michigan Stars put upstart Syracuse Pulse to bed with a performance that matches everything you’d expect from the big bodies of Michigan.
by Dan Vaughn
Read MoreSaturday Night in Romeo
Last Saturday night, Detroit City wound down its 2021 Fall NISA season with a road win against its rival club, Michigan Stars, 3-2. While the match was meaningless in the standings, the result inspired an alleged clash between visiting fans and owners that leaves many questions to be answered by the league and the host club.
By Dan Vaughn
Read MoreThe NISA Narrative
With a full sleight of NISA matches set to kick off this weekend, Dan looks at three narratives that will be answered on the field. This weekend, we’ll know if 1904 is the real deal, if Chicago House did enough to connect with the Chicago soccer community, and if LA Force is going to snap back to form.
by Dan Vaughn
Read MoreNISA Fall Week 1 Recap
The Protagonist Staff takes a look back over week 1 of the NISA Fall schedule, reviewing and recapping all of the matches.
Read MoreNISA Final Weekend Preview
It’s the final weekend of NISA with everything to play for…I guess? This weekend will be big for several clubs who are finishing their campaign. Final seeding is on the line, we look at the matches.
By John Howard-Fusco
Read MorePreviewing This Weekend's Independent Cup Matches
John Howard-Fusco previews the NISA Independent Cup matches this weekend.
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