MASL Recap: Week 11
The playoff picture is coming together as the best of the MASL battled it out in week 11. It was a wild collection of matches and Geo has the full recap of the week!
by Geo Monterroso
Read MoreCatching up with Chicago House AC - Women's team
After a wild season in NISA, Chicago House AC has emerged from the chaos into a strong amateur club, highly competitive in multiple leagues. This year the club will launch a women’s side in the WPSL. Local Chicagoland reporter, Adnan Bašić, sat down with the club’s leadership to talk about the new project.
by Adnan Bašić
Read MoreUnder the Lights: Brave SC (USL League Two)
“We're extremely excited to be back in the U.S. Open Cup this year with our USL2 side. Missing out on the 2023 Open Cup after finishing second in the Southeast Division definitely stung, but reclaiming our division title en route to a Southern Conference championship and league semifinal appearance put us back in the qualifying range for USL2 teams. Being part of one of the most historic athletic competitions in North America is always a huge privilege.”
Read MoreUSL News Roundup
There has been plenty to talk about in the USL Championship so I want to get you caught up with the latest news around the League, from transfers and managers to kits and signs that someone is actually turning the Lights on in Vegas. It’s your USL News Roundup!
by Phil Baki
Read MoreProtagonist Picks 'Em - February 2nd - 4th
This week we take a look at some huge matches outside of our normal stomping ground, as the AFCON Quarterfinals kick off. Then we transition to the UPSL National Semifinals; the Cosmopolitan League cup competitions; the winding down of the WISL; and the heating up of MASL and MLIS. Let’s Get Stuck In!
by Protagonist Staff
Read MoreThe Launch of USL Forward
Last week, USL announced its new initiative, USL Forward. The program is the product of the work of the USL’s VP of DEI, Chris Busey, who sat down with Protagonist to discuss his work in the league to create a more equitable space for all.
by Dan Vaughn
Read MoreAdapt or Die: Year Two for Coach Clarhaut in El Paso
After 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
Read MoreUnder the Lights: Zilker FC (AMSA)
“We currently play in AMSA (Austin Men's Soccer Association) Division 2, which is the main competitive league in Austin. We chose this leage because they offer 6 separate divisions that are linked via promotion and relegation, with the top division featuring semi-pro teams that play in competitions like the UPSL and US Open Cup.”
Read MoreProtagonist Picks 'Em - January 27th - 31st
Once again the Protagonist crew is here to tell you which games we picked out to watch and why they’re interesting to us - with UPSL playoffs taking a week off, we only have a couple outdoor games in the SW Premier League. However, the wild world of arena soccer gives us a lot to choose from! We go indoors to watch the MLIS, MASL, and WISL.
by Protagonist Staff
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