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Philly-based Sporting Serotonin, founded by Paul Catrino Jr and Dr. Justin Fisher, was started as means to get together as community and take a mental break from the worries of the world. We reached out to find out more about the CASA league club and Paul was happy to reply.
by Joshua Duder
Read MoreThrough divisional and conference playoffs, we have now reduced the league down to its two strongest challengers for the 2026 USL League Two trophy; four-time title winners, Flint City Bucks vs the reigning champions, Vermont Green.
by Joshua Duder
Read MoreLast week, in between league matches, Louisville City FC took advantage of the international soccer spirt still haunting the United States to host Trinidad and Tobago. It was the first time the club hosted a senior international team and photographer Shawn Payne was there to capture history in the making.
by Joshua Duder
Read MoreThe 2026 NPSL season is one game away from completion after 55 teams, spread out over 8 conferences, duked it out for three intense months. Both will be going to the US Open Cup, but only one will win the NPSL title.
by Joshua Duder
Read MoreThere are thousands of soccer teams all over the country and each of them needs a kit - Brett catches up with Custom Athletics, a growing presence in that scene and makers of some stunning shirts whose vibrant colors and unique patterns are catching on.
by Brett Mullenix
Read More“Keep Portland Weird” but also competitive! For over half the season, Portland Bangers were holding down first place in the very tough USL League Two’s Northwest Division. While they barely missed out on playoffs, it was a fun ride with Saucy and company. We wanted to know how it all got started and Bangers were happy to get us up to date.
by Joshua Duder
Read MoreFounded in 2003, the National Premier Soccer League looks to crown its champion for 2026. 55 Clubs, divided into 8 conferences, across the United States, clashed for several months, often cramming two or three games into a week, to get to this point. Four teams remain: one time champs, El Farolito FC, New Haven United FC, Bristol Rhythm AFC, and Ambassadors FC Ohio.
by Joshua Duder
Read MoreTwo intense months of blood, sweat, and tears came to a conclusion over the weekend when the USL W League held its Final in Seattle, Washington. Salmon Bay FC hosted Vermont Green in a Sold Out Interbay Stadium, breaking their own attendance record, with 2096 fans in attendance. It was an absolute battle and we were on hand to witness a fantastic final match.
by Joshua Duder
Read MoreMid-Missouri built for mid-Missourians, AFC Columbia was founded by Columbia, MO locals looking for something to support and nurture. The club gets its colors from the Columbia city flag and has proudly flown them since 2020. We wanted to know even more and the club graciously answered all our questions.
by Joshua Duder
Read MoreHistoric Kezar Stadium, which celebrated its 101st Birthday in May, has been witness to thousands of soccer games in its time. This weekend, two of its longest running residents will host their respective playoff games, from their respective leagues. It’s Playoffs in the City for El Farolito FC and San Francisco City FC.
by Joshua Duder
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