# usl (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 6 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover usl. Page: Feed: --- ## [Dropping Points in DC: DC United 0, NE Revs 3](https://www.protagonistsoccer.com/coverage/a-friendly-rivalry-dc-united-host-loudoun-united-n7hp7) _2026-08-21 · Joshua Duder · Coverage - Protagonist Soccer_ DC United, who had been on an extended unbeaten run, were undone at home by a strong New England Revs team looking to break into the top three in the Eastern Conference. Photographer Shawn Payne was on assignment for Protagonist Soccer and got great shots of the game. by Joshua Duder ## [Cutting it up in Portland: Portland Timbers 3, San Diego FC 1](https://www.protagonistsoccer.com/coverage/cutting-it-up-in-portland-timbers-beat-san-diego) _2026-08-21 · Joshua Duder · Coverage - Protagonist Soccer_ The Timbers bounced back from their defeat in Chicago with a resounding home win against one of the toughest Western Conference foes. Photographer Jay Ortiz was on assignment for Protagonist Soccer and got the night in photos. by Joshua Duder ## [Catching You Up: Southwest Premier League](https://www.protagonistsoccer.com/coverage/catching-up-southwest-premier-league) _2026-08-20 · Joshua Duder · Coverage - Protagonist Soccer_ The Summer of Soccer may be over but there games yet to be played! The Southwest Premier League has a full list of fixtures for the fall - here are the clubs getting stuck in! by Dennis Pope ## [Contender or pretender? Assessing each USL Championship club’s trophy chances](https://www.backheeled.com/contender-or-pretender-assessing-each-usl-championship-club-trophy-chances/) _2026-08-20 · John Morrissey · Backheeled_ Is your team really in the hunt this season? Time to find out. ## [Super League Synch: Five Observations from Week One](https://www.protagonistsoccer.com/coverage/super-league-synch-five-observations-from-week-one) _2026-08-20 · Joshua Duder · Coverage - Protagonist Soccer_ The Super League is back in action and we take a look at the results from over the weekend. Here are five observations from week one, by John Howard-Fusco ## [Jess King named Assistant Head Coach at Lewes FC Women](https://www.footballcareers.com/news/jess-king-lewes-women-assistant-coach/) _2026-08-19 · Danny Corcoran · Football Careers_ King's previous experience includes roles at London City Lionesses and The FA. She joins Lewes FC Women as they kick off a new season in the FA Women's National League South. ## [Why European clubs are watching San Diego FC, MLS rising star Manu Duah](https://www.backheeled.com/why-european-clubs-transfer-san-diego-fc-mls-rising-star-manu-duah/) _2026-08-19 · Joseph Lowery · Backheeled_ Just one year into a position change, the 21-year-old has emerged as one of MLS’s most promising players. ## [Catching You Up: The League for Clubs](https://www.protagonistsoccer.com/coverage/catching-up-the-league-for-clubs) _2026-08-19 · Joshua Duder · Coverage - Protagonist Soccer_ Pensacola FC are just the second-ever champions of The League for Clubs, who held their National Finals at the end of July. In beating Iron Rose FC, 1-0, in the Final, Pensacola are also the first team from TLFC to be automatically qualified for the First Round Proper of the USOC. While the rest of the league resets for 2027, the Norcal Teams will play their annual Fall Cup, in a Autumnal Sprint… ## [USL League One: Transfer progress, Fort Wayne's next step & everything else](https://www.backheeled.com/usl-league-one-transfer-progress-fort-wayne-next-step-more/) _2026-08-18 · John Morrissey · Backheeled_ Here's what stood out from League One's latest action. ## [Developing Yan Diomande: Former UPSL Star Goes to Real Madrid](https://www.protagonistsoccer.com/coverage/developing-yan-diomande-former-upsl-star-goes-to-real-madrid) _2026-08-18 · Joshua Duder · Coverage - Protagonist Soccer_ Before he was leading Ivory Coast to uncharted territory in the World Cup, before he was spearheading RB Leipzig to Champions League qualification, before he was debuting for Leganés in La Liga, and before he was finalizing a record-breaking €125M transfer to Real Madrid, Yan Diomande was running past defenders on grass pitches in Florida. by Zach Lowy ## [100,000 Bonus Points Await You (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/izMqLE59dsiS) _2026-08-18 · **Sponsored**_ Earn 100,000 bonus points after spending $5,000 in the first 3 months. ## [Chicharito is here, but questions abound about USL’s proposed first-division men’s league](https://www.backheeled.com/chicharito-dallas-questions-usl-proposed-first-division-mens-league/) _2026-08-17 · John Morrissey · Backheeled_ The USL has started down the road toward first-division men’s soccer, but both the route to get there and the final destination itself remain unclear. ## [Catching You Up: USL League One](https://www.protagonistsoccer.com/coverage/catching-up-usl-league-one) _2026-08-17 · Joshua Duder · Coverage - Protagonist Soccer_ USL League One is about two thirds of the way through its 2026 season. So, it’s time to take a look at where all the teams are in their quest for the post-season. The format of the league’s regular season is a football purist’s dream: single table, 17 teams, and a home-and-home schedule. That means a 32-game season. After this weekend most teams have played right around 20 games. by Dan Creel ## [Who Are Ya!: San Francisco Vikings SC (SFSFL)](https://www.protagonistsoccer.com/coverage/whoareya-41-sf-vikings-sc) _2026-08-17 · Joshua Duder · Coverage - Protagonist Soccer_ San Francisco Vikings Soccer Club began play in 1922, a decade before the construction of the Golden Gate Bridge began. We have always wanted to know more about one of the longest running clubs in the United States and Lee Dunne, from the organization, was able to provide us every answer to our list of questions. by Joshua Duder ## [MLS Winners and Losers: Shield leaders get even scarier, Sporting Kansas City's woe & more](https://www.backheeled.com/mls-winners-and-losers-nashville-sc-attack-sporting-kansas-city-transfer-more/) _2026-08-17 · Joseph Lowery · Backheeled_ This week, we marvel at an upgraded trophy favorite. We also do a lot of other stuff. ## [USL Championship Power Rankings: Superstar signings, Sacramento Republic climb & more](https://www.backheeled.com/usl-championship-power-rankings-superstar-signings-sacramento-republic-climb-more/) _2026-08-16 · John Morrissey · Backheeled_ After 24 weeks of USL Championship action, we're ranking every team in the league. ## [August 15th, Match #20 - Orange County SC vs Louisville City FC](https://orangeandblacksoccercast.com/news-1/2026/8/15/match-20-oc-louisville-city) _2026-08-15 · Nathan Wander · News - Orange & Black SoccerCast_ Orange County SC seeks its first-ever victory against league powerhouse Louisville City FC, aiming to exploit Louisville's unusually weak defense to overcome recent squad injuries. Securing a win on Saturday is vital for Orange County to protect their first-place standing and hold off surging rivals in a tight Western Conference playoff race. ## [Super League: 2026 Fall Season Preview](https://www.protagonistsoccer.com/coverage/super-league-2026-fall-season-preview) _2026-08-14 · Joshua Duder · Coverage - Protagonist Soccer_ The USL’s Gainbridge Super League kicks off its Fall 2026 Season THIS WEEKEND and John Howard-Fusco takes a look at the calendar shift, the Zephyr fire sale, notable college players uploaded, and a massive break down of all roster changes. A must read before getting stuck into this weekend’s opening matches. by John Howard-Fusco and Danielle Gawronski ## [USL Cup: A coach's challenge & only Championship clubs remain after the quarterfinals](https://www.backheeled.com/usl-cup-coach-challenge-championship-clubs-remain-after-quarterfinals/) _2026-08-13 · John Morrissey · Backheeled_ Now with only four teams remaining in this year's USL Cup, what did we learn from the quarterfinals? ## [A Chief Photographer: Shooting Atlanta, 1979-1981](https://www.protagonistsoccer.com/coverage/a-chief-photographer-shooting-atlanta-1979-1981) _2026-08-13 · Joshua Duder · Coverage - Protagonist Soccer_ Last week we published part three of our Kicking Back: Atlanta Chiefs series and shortly after, we received a DM from Mr. David Berry, a photographer who got his start shooting NASL-era soccer in Atlanta, GA. by Joshua Duder ## [Shooting Soccer with Matt Laczko](https://www.protagonistsoccer.com/coverage/shooting-soccer-with-matt-laczko) _2026-08-12 · Joshua Duder · Coverage - Protagonist Soccer_ This summer, Matt Laczko got out to shoot some soccer and when he came across our website, he reached out to share some of his work. We were intrigued, so we asked him a little more about himself and how he got into shooting soccer games. by Joshua Duder ## [Point a Domain, Start a Pit (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/dfjJoicYGzby) _2026-08-12 · **Sponsored**_ Point any domain to a blacked-out, poison-green coming-soon page with an email waitlist. ## [A Friendly Rivalry: DC United Host Loudoun United](https://www.protagonistsoccer.com/coverage/a-friendly-rivalry-dc-united-host-loudoun-united) _2026-08-12 · Joshua Duder · Coverage - Protagonist Soccer_ Last week, on a miserably hot and wet day in the nation’s capital, the former DC United development team, Loudoun United, took on the four-time MLS Cup, four-time Supporter Shield, three-time US Open Cup, one-time CONCACAC Champions Cup, and one-time Copa Interamericana Cup winners. by Joshua Duder ## [Post-Match Review: Orange County Outplayed At Their Own Game](https://orangeandblacksoccercast.com/news-1/2026/8/12/review-oc-outplayed-at-their-own-game) _2026-08-12 · Nathan Wander · News - Orange & Black SoccerCast_ Orange County SC's nine-game unbeaten streak came to an abrupt end following a decisive 0-3 home loss to the Tampa Bay Rowdies, largely due to key offensive injuries and failing to register a single shot on target. Despite the clear defeat, OCSC remains at the top of the Western Conference and must quickly regroup as they prepare to host another Eastern Conference contender, Louisville City. ## [USL League One: Portland Hearts of Pine's stadium project, Richmond Kickers' refresh & everything else](https://www.backheeled.com/usl-league-one-portland-hearts-of-pines-stadium-project-richmond-kickers-refresh-everything-else/) _2026-08-11 · John Morrissey · Backheeled_ Here's what stood out from League One's latest action. ## [The best MLS summer transfer targets hiding in plain sight](https://www.backheeled.com/mls-summer-window-transfer-trade-predictions-inter-miami-scouting-analysis/) _2026-08-10 · Joseph Lowery · Backheeled_ These underrated MLS players could solve roster problems across the league if the right front offices make the call. ## [USL Championship Power Rankings: New Mexico United make their case, Lexington SC rise & more](https://www.backheeled.com/usl-championship-power-rankings-new-mexico-united-lexington-sc-contender-more/) _2026-08-09 · John Morrissey · Backheeled_ After 23 weeks of USL Championship action, we're ranking every team in the league. ## [August 8th, Match #19 - Orange County SC vs Tampa Bay Rowdies](https://orangeandblacksoccercast.com/news-1/2026/8/8/8-8-preview-oc-rowdies) _2026-08-08 · Nathan Wander · News - Orange & Black SoccerCast_ As top-seeded contenders in their respective conferences, Orange County SC and the Tampa Bay Rowdies collide in a marquee interconference matchup that serves as a potential preview for the 2026 USL Championship final. While Tampa Bay brings a high-scoring offense led by forward Russell Cicerone, Orange County enters on a club-record unbeaten streak powered by solid defensive performances from… ## [James Thomas joins Peyia-Akamas Ladies FC as Head Coach](https://www.footballcareers.com/news/james-thomas-peyia-akamas-ladies/) _2026-08-08 · Danny Corcoran · Football Careers_ Football Careers are extremely excited to see client James Thomas appointed as Peyia Akamas Ladies FC as their new Head Coach. ## [Post-Match Review: Orange County Come Home Without Missing A Step](https://orangeandblacksoccercast.com/news-1/2026/8/3/review-oc-home-without-missing-a-step) _2026-08-03 · Nathan Wander · News - Orange & Black SoccerCast_ Orange County SC secured a clinical 2-0 home victory over El Paso Locomotive by efficiently capitalizing on limited chances with goals from Ousmane Sylla and Garrison Tubbs, backed by a 9-save shutout from goalkeeper Alex Rando. The win extends their club-record unbeaten streak to nine matches and reinforces their position at the top of the Western Conference standings. ## [August 1st, Match #18 - Orange County SC vs El Paso Locomotive FC](https://orangeandblacksoccercast.com/news-1/2026/oc-vs-elp-preview) _2026-08-01 · Nathan Wander · News - Orange & Black SoccerCast_ Orange County host their first home match since April 18th as they welcome El Paso Locomotive to the Champ. Will Dani Rojas Cristo Fernández be there? Who knows. But there is one certainty: OCSC are deservedly top of the West and will look to continue their impressive form. ## [Down On The Orange Grove #1 - OCSC Academy Team](https://orangeandblacksoccercast.com/news-1/2026/7/31/ocsc-academy-junejuly) _2026-07-31 · Nathan Wander · News - Orange & Black SoccerCast_ After starting their USL Academy season on a four-game road trip, Orange County SC II holds a 2-1-2 record following an emphatic 6-0 home-opener victory against AMSG FC. Supported by technical creativity and several academy players earning senior-team minutes, the squad now enters a multi-week home stand heading into August. ## [Code Faster with Clear Tutorials (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/fZlaTTAjtDvl) _2026-07-31 · **Sponsored**_ Short, step-by-step coding videos you can follow along ## [Post-Match Review: Orange County Clicking At Right Time](https://orangeandblacksoccercast.com/news-1/2026/7/28/review-oc-clicking-at-right-time) _2026-07-28 · Nathan Wander · News - Orange & Black SoccerCast_ Orange County SC extended their unbeaten streak to eight games and preserved their position atop the Western Conference with a hard-fought 2-1 road victory over Monterey Bay. Powered by two quick second-half goals and vital late-game saves from goalkeeper Alex Rando, the club demonstrated its versatile ability to grind out wins as they head into a four-week stretch of home matches. ## [July 25th, Match #17 - Orange County SC @ Monterey Bay FC](https://orangeandblacksoccercast.com/news-1/2026/7/25/match17-ocsc-montereybay) _2026-07-25 · Nathan Wander · News - Orange & Black SoccerCast_ Sitting atop the Western Conference at the regular season's midpoint, Orange County SC aims to solidify their lead as they resume USL Championship play against struggling in-state rival Monterey Bay FC. While Monterey Bay has historically given Orange County trouble, OC seeks a crucial victory behind a healthier lineup and their consistent season form. ## [Post-Match Review: Fast Times At County High](https://orangeandblacksoccercast.com/news-1/2026/7/19/review-fast-times-at-county-high) _2026-07-19 · Nathan Wander · News - Orange & Black SoccerCast_ Orange County SC fielded the youngest lineup in club history, featuring five academy players making their professional debuts, during a 0-3 USL Cup loss to Colorado Springs. Despite the defeat, the match provided critical rest for OCSC's injury-depleted senior squad and valuable development for its youth prospects as the club shifts its focus back to the regular season. ## [July 11th, USL Cup Match #4 - Orange County SC vs Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC](https://orangeandblacksoccercast.com/news-1/2026/7/11/uslcup4-oc-switchbacks) _2026-07-11 · Nathan Wander · News - Orange & Black SoccerCast_ Exhausted from a 77-day road trip and missing nine senior players to injury, Orange County SC will wrap up their already-eliminated USL League Cup group stage against the group-winning Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC. Because the match has no tournament implications, Orange County is expected to field multiple academy players to give their roster a chance to recover ahead of a scheduled bye week… ## [Dean Austin becomes Sporting Director at Coventry City FC](https://www.footballcareers.com/news/dean-austin-sporting-director-coventry/) _2026-07-06 · Danny Corcoran · Football Careers_ Having served as Head of Recruitment with Coventry City FC since 2022, Dean Austin has now become the club's first-ever Sporting Director. ## [The Architect of Change: How Alan Koch Transforms Clubs and Careers](https://www.footballcareers.com/client-spotlight/alan-koch-interview/) _2026-06-23 · Michael Baillie · Football Careers_ In this interview, discover how Alan Koch has revitalised clubs, developed elite talent like Alphonso Davies, and built winning football cultures worldwide. ## [Darren O’Dea joins Slovan Bratislava as First Team Assistant Coach](https://www.footballcareers.com/news/darren-odea-slovan-bratislava/) _2026-06-15 · Danny Corcoran · Football Careers_ Football Careers are thrilled to see client Darren O’Dea join Slovakian side Slovan Bratislava. He most recently spent the 2025-26 season as Assistant Manager at Championship side Swansea City. ## [Football Careers continues support of the USL Pro Residency Program](https://www.footballcareers.com/company-news/usl-pro-residency-program-2026/) _2026-06-04 · Caitlin King · Football Careers_ As part of our commitment to the USL Pro Residency Program, Football Careers will lead a workshop focusing on resume creation and interview preparation. ## [Jack Hadley named Head of Goalkeeping at Cavalry FC](https://www.footballcareers.com/recruitment-partners/jack-hadley-head-of-goalkeeping-cavalry-fc/) _2026-06-01 · Caitlin King · Football Careers_ Following a comprehensive headhunt by Football Careers, Hadley has joined the Canadian Premier League club in a key position. ## [Pauline MacDonald appointed Player Pathway Manager at Arsenal Women](https://www.footballcareers.com/news/pauline-macdonald-arsenal/) _2026-05-05 · Caitlin King · Football Careers_ Experienced coach Pauline MacDonald has returned to her former club Arsenal Women FC, joining as Player Pathway Manager. ## [Anthony O’Neill named Senior Men’s Team Manager at Mayo FC](https://www.footballcareers.com/news/anthony-oneill-manager-mayo-fc/) _2026-04-29 · Caitlin King · Football Careers_ Ahead of Mayo FC's entry into the FAI National League, Anthony O'Neill has been named Senior's Men Team Manager. ## [Jack Cassidy leads Portland Timbers 2 in 2026 MLS NEXT Pro campaign](https://www.footballcareers.com/news/jack-cassidy-manager-portland-timbers/) _2026-04-13 · Danny Corcoran · Football Careers_ Jack Cassidy joined Portland Timbers 2 as manager in January 2026, having previously been First Team Assistant Coach at AaB Fodbold of the Danish 1st Division. ## [The Derby Del Camino Real Comes To The Open Cup For The Second Straight Year](https://www.newmexicoutd.com/2026/03/20/the-derby-del-camino-real-comes-to-the-open-cup-for-the-second-straight-year/) _2026-03-20 · Carlos Tenorio II · New Mexico United_ The USL’s best rivalry will be on display in the Round of 32 on April 1st The magic of the cup continues and will feature a match up USL fans \[…\] The post The Derby Del Camino Real Comes To The Open Cup For The Second Straight Year appeared first on New Mexico United . ## [New Mexico United’s Alex Tambakis Nominated for 2025 USL Championship Save of the Year](https://www.newmexicoutd.com/2025/12/09/new-mexico-uniteds-alex-tambakis-nominated-for-2025-usl-championship-save-of-the-year/) _2025-12-09 · Delmy Barillas · New Mexico United_ The USL Championship announced today that New Mexico United goalkeeper Alex Tambakis has been nominated for the 2025 Save of the Year. Tambakis earned the nomination for his exceptional double \[…\] The post New Mexico United’s Alex Tambakis Nominated for 2025 USL Championship Save of the Year appeared first on New Mexico United . ## [New Mexico United’s Zico Bailey Nominated for 2025 USL Championship Goal of the Year](https://www.newmexicoutd.com/2025/12/08/new-mexico-uniteds-zico-bailey-nominated-for-2025-usl-championship-goal-of-the-year/) _2025-12-08 · Delmy Barillas · New Mexico United_ The USL Championship announced today that New Mexico United’s Zico Bailey has been nominated for the 2025 Goal of the Year, following a remarkable strike that has become one of \[…\] The post New Mexico United’s Zico Bailey Nominated for 2025 USL Championship Goal of the Year appeared first on New Mexico United . ## [New Mexico United Announces Open Tryouts Ahead of 2026 USL Championship Season](https://www.newmexicoutd.com/2025/12/02/new-mexico-united-announces-open-tryouts-ahead-of-2026-usl-championship-season/) _2025-12-02 · Delmy Barillas · New Mexico United_ New Mexico United is pleased to announce that the club will host its next round of Open Tryouts on January 10, 2026, at Kraemer Fields (2811 Karsten Ct SE, Albuquerque, \[…\] The post New Mexico United Announces Open Tryouts Ahead of 2026 USL Championship Season appeared first on New Mexico United . ## [New Mexico United’s Talen Maples Named to 2025 USL Championship All-League Second Team](https://www.newmexicoutd.com/2025/11/13/new-mexico-uniteds-talen-maples-named-to-2025-usl-championship-all-league-second-team/) _2025-11-13 · Delmy Barillas · New Mexico United_ New Mexico United defender Talen Maples has been named to the 2025 USL Championship All-League Second Team, the league announced today. The honor recognizes Maples’ outstanding performances throughout the 2025 \[…\] The post New Mexico United’s Talen Maples Named to 2025 USL Championship All-League Second Team appeared first on New Mexico United . ## [New Mexico United Makes History with First-Ever Western Conference Final — Fans Invited to Ride Along on the Journey to Tulsa](https://www.newmexicoutd.com/2025/11/10/new-mexico-united-makes-history-with-first-ever-western-conference-final-fans-invited-to-ride-along-on-the-journey-to-tulsa/) _2025-11-11 · Delmy Barillas · New Mexico United_ New Mexico United is thrilled to announce the Conference Final Bus Trip, an exclusive fan travel experience taking supporters from Albuquerque to Tulsa for United’s upcoming Western Conference Final matchup. \[…\] The post New Mexico United Makes History with First-Ever Western Conference Final — Fans Invited to Ride Along on the Journey to Tulsa appeared first on New Mexico United .