Saddle Up
Founded in 2013, the Ft. Worth Vaqueros continue to grow and thrive in Texas. Ben Brannigan sat down with the club to get to know what motivates its leadership and what’s next for the team.
by Ben Brannigan
Read MoreLower Tier Soccer | Top Tier Coverage
Protagonist soccer is a media organization dedicated to lower-tier soccer; UPSL, NPSL, BSSL
This week we take a look at a few games from USL League One, USL Championship, UPSL, NISA Nation, EPSL and Metroplex Premier League - there are budding rivalries and playoff positions in the balance all over the place. Let’s get stuck in with the games our staff and guests say are must-watch (if possible).
by Protagonist Staff
Read MoreWe have now reached the PENULTIMATE match week. While the top four have clinched a playoff spot, their final positioning has yet to be determined; meanwhile, four clubs are playing musical chairs for the final two playoff spots - for one its a long shot, and for another its a looooong long shot, but it all hangs in the balance with just a couple games to go!
by Joshua Duder
Read MoreThis week we take a look at a few games from USL League One, the Championship, UPSL, NISA and of course the second round of qualifying for the US Open Cup. The regular seasons are weeks away from ending and the race for playoff positions is heating up!
by Protagonist Staff
Read MoreWith only three weeks left in the USL League One regular season, most of the playoff picture has been sorted - however, there are two spots up for grabs and four teams vying for contention. Can it be figured out this week? Additionally, there is the subject of the wooden spoon to discuss - so let’s get stuck in!
by Joshua Duder
Read MoreAfter leaving the professional ranks of NISA, Chicago House has found a home and a solid footing for the future in the Midwest Premier League. With Peter Wilt at the helm, the club is looking to achieve league success and Open Cup dreams.
by Rich Schenck
Read More“It started out of a personal ambition to prove myself, but has evolved into a Sunday league club whose mission is to bring people together who love the game of football and want to compete at a high amateur level. We want to win games, have fun, and if any of our players go on to play at a higher level, we're happy to support and assist them in their journeys any way we can.”
Read MoreOnce again, week after week, our contributors and friends pick out the games that they find most interesting - the games with the highest stakes, interesting matchups, and players who you have to watch. This week we have games from BSSL, USL League One, USL Championship, EPSL, UPSL, and the Metroplex Premier League!
by Protagonist Staff
Read MoreIn the small West Texas town of Lubbock, there’s a rising force in the NPSL. The Lubbock Matadors are drawing massive crowds of fans to their matches and becoming a powerhouse in the league as they work to build their dreams.
by Ben Brannigan
Read More“In this one-on-one conversation, we sit down with JJ, a significant club member, to learn more about the team's incredible journey, its accomplishments, and its goals for the future. This article seeks to offer a thorough understanding of the Laredo Heat Soccer Club, from its modest beginnings in 2004 through their goals for the upcoming 2023–24 season.”
by Ben Brannigan
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