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After 7 years in charge of Richmond Kickers, Coach Darren Sawatzky to depart RVA for PNW. Sawatzky, originally from Seattle, returns to the Pacific Northwest before the beginning of the 2027 USL League One season to take charge of new side Sporting Cascades FC.
by Josh Duder
Read MoreToday we meet UWS side Worcester Wanderers. Freshmen to the league, Wanderers represent Central Massachusetts and even though the club is new, founders Greg and Julia have plenty of experience at this level.
by Joshua Duder
Read MoreCompared to the rest of the tournament, this Group likes it simpler than most. Japan stands out, but there are some solid kits in this Group.
by Brett Mullenix
Read MoreThis may be the best looking Group at this World Cup. With a perfect blending of traditional and fun alternative kits, you get a little bit of everything I love to see in a kit.
by Brett Mullenix
Read MoreAs Group C starts play, here are the kits for what should be an exciting group. Here are Brett's initial comments with full thoughts coming next week.
by Brett Mullenix
Read MoreBetween both the USL League Two and USL W League divisions, there are 15 sides but only two in Oregon and this has re-created a bit of a Cascadia Clash. Last week both the Cherry Bombs and Bangers visited Seattle and this week turnabout is fair play to complete the home and away for all four clubs involved.
by Josh Duder
Read MoreBrett moves on to the second group of the day, as he introduces us to The United States and the rest of Group D.
by Brett Mullenix
Read MoreBrett Mullenix, co-host of The USL Show’s KITSZN and our resident Kit Nerd, continues his walk through this World Cup’s kit offerings… some are tasty and some are dusty.
by Brett Mullenix
Read MoreAs the World Cup quickly approaches, Brett is revisiting all 48 teams and the kits they will be wearing. Everyday a group or two will be posted with some of Brett's thoughts. The full article is set to be released during the second round of Group Play.
by Brett Mullenix
Read MoreAuthor and Soccer Historian, Stephen Brandt, returns to Protagonist to share the story of the NASL Atlanta Chiefs.
by Stephen Brandt
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