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How the Rhode Island-Hartford rivalry blew up after Open Cup elimination
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/19/2024, 2:44pm EDT
New England club’s barbs on social media after the other’s defeat in midweek is a harbinger of what’s to come on the field
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10 Top Storylines to Watch in the USL Championship this weekend | Talking Points
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/19/2024, 1:30pm EDT
How might the extra rest benefit teams awaiting their Open Cup kickoff, plus why Republic FC needs to tighten its hold on points
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How high is the Charleston Battery’s ceiling this season? | USL All Access
By USLChampionship.com Staff 04/18/2024, 11:55am EDT
Mike Watts and Devon Kerr look back on a big victory for the Charleston Battery, and the struggles at El Paso Locomotive FC
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Hounds’ King Kenny approaches a USL Championship mountaintop | News & Notes
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/18/2024, 11:30am EDT
Enzo Martinez sits in a class of his own among league’s creators, who’ve been first names on the team list in the past two seasons?
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Where to watch the USL Championship, League One and the Open Cup in Week 7
By USLChampionship.com Staff 04/16/2024, 10:10am EDT
The top two teams in the Western Conference get an early-season rematch, plus League One’s oldest rivalry renews
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Cristian Nava’s potential Open Cup return provides emotional boost for New Mexico United
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/15/2024, 4:12pm EDT
20-year-old could see first official action since being sidelined by torn ACL a season ago on Tuesday night
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How Pape Mar Boye is coming into his own at Phoenix Rising FC | Young Player Spotlight
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/15/2024, 2:25pm EDT
The highly-regarded 20-year-old center back is finding his form as he adapts to a higher level of competition
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8 Key Storylines from the sixth weekend of the USL Championship season | Talking Points
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/15/2024, 11:20am EDT
The Charleston Battery finish an eight-day stretch strong; Tulsa shows its mettle against frustrated Sacramento
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Upset Alert! Ranking the USL Championship clubs that have the biggest Open Cup tests this week
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/14/2024, 7:30pm EDT
From home draws against amateurs to road trips to top League One clubs, here’s how nervous each of the 16 Championship clubs should feel
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Nine Storylines to keep an eye on in the USL Championship’s sixth weekend
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/12/2024, 3:40pm EDT
Rhode Island’s Albert Dikwa faces first reunion with Hounds; Orange County heads to San Antonio looking to continue run
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Why Eleven Park is poised to become the next landmark venue in the USL Championship
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/12/2024, 7:25am EDT
Years in the making, the 20,000-capacity venue and mixed-use development is set to open in 2026
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How the Tampa Bay Rowdies’ pressure set up a romp past Florida rival Miami FC
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/11/2024, 9:28pm EDT
Fast start set up opportunities as hosts’ inexperience showed, while Blake Bodily produced sterling all-around display
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What to watch for as Miami FC plays host to undefeated Tampa Bay Rowdies
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/10/2024, 5:55pm EDT
Tampa Bay looks to keep pace with Eastern Conference frontrunners, Miami needs improvement on defensive set pieces
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How Las Vegas Lights FC is writing a new chapter, making club history | News & Notes
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/10/2024, 2:35pm EDT
LouCity’s Wilson Harris makes fastest four-game start in league history; Tulsa looks to break Sacramento’s hex
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How the Charleston Battery knocked Louisville City FC from the ranks of the undefeated
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/09/2024, 9:48pm EDT
Three-man midfield, Markanich excellence were key as defending Eastern Conference title-holders took victory at Patriots Point
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Why two midfield standouts hold the key when the Battery, LouCity clash on CBS Sports Network
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/08/2024, 6:40pm EDT
2023 Championship All-League First Teams selections Molloy, Davila in the spotlight for clash of undefeateds
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After previous ups and downs, LouCity’s Elijah Wynder is producing quality, consistency | Young Player Spotlight
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/08/2024, 4:15pm EDT
21-year-old Academy product has started first four games of season, creating dynamic tandem with Taylor Davila in midfield
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Where to watch the USL Championship and League One in Week 6
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/08/2024, 2:21pm EDT
A rematch of the 2023 Eastern Conference Final lands on CBS Sports Network, and a meeting of undefeated sides in League One highlight the schedule
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10 Key Storylines we took away from the USL Championship this weekend
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/08/2024, 1:06pm EDT
Wilson Harris is a man on fire, New Mexico shows its composure, Las Vegas’ midfield has found its defensive rhythm
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3 Things we took away from New Mexico’s dramatic victory vs. El Paso
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/06/2024, 11:58pm EDT
New Mexico executes clinically after letting lead slip, Dhillon’s play almost delivers Locomotive victory
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3 Things we took away from LouCity’s thrilling LIPAFC victory vs. Indy Eleven
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/06/2024, 6:55pm EDT
Wilson Harris’ relentlessness earns his first hat trick in the league in CBS debut that exceeded all pregame expectations
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Why Niall McCabe’s drive, evolution made him the last original standing at Louisville City FC
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/05/2024, 4:10pm EDT
A starter in LouCity’s inaugural game in 2015, the Irish veteran has become a bridge between the club’s past and its future
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How the LIPAFC became ‘the single most important sporting and cultural event in human history’
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/05/2024, 12:50pm EDT
As it shapes up for its network television debut, here’s how Louisville and Indy supporters came together to create an American icon
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11 (Other) Storylines to follow in the USL Championship this weekend
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/05/2024, 10:20am EDT
El Paso addition Amando Moreno returns to New Mexico, Hounds face challenge as Rowdies visit
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A marquee rivalry matchup heads to CBS! | Hat Trick: LIPAFC Preview
By USLChampionship.com Staff 04/04/2024, 6:00pm EDT
Hosts Datti Jinkiri and Sarah Kate Kilby look ahead to one of the great rivalries and a historic day for the league
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Where Louisville City FC’s five-goal outings rank in USL Championship history | News & Notes
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/04/2024, 5:50pm EDT
El Paso, New Mexico feeling at home at each other’s venues; Wilson Harris joins an exclusive club of March goalscorers
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How Scouse’s House has become a LouCity institution at Lynn Family Stadium
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/04/2024, 11:10am EDT
Located in the Waterfront End, the supporters’ group has pulled together fans of all stripes and newcomers to the game behind Louisville City FC
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Why Cam Lindley’s failed first stint with Indy Eleven set him on the path to success
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/03/2024, 4:10pm EDT
Two-time Championship All-League selection’s return home as complete midfielder has seen him become indispensable to lineup
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How New Mexico United brought the smoke to Phoenix | USL All Access
By USLChampionship.com Staff 04/03/2024, 4:00pm EDT
Mike Watts and Devon Kerr look at a big win out west, and preview this Saturday’s historic LIPAFC clash in Louisville
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Where to watch the USL Championship and League One in Week 5
By USLChampionship.com Staff 04/02/2024, 9:10am EDT
The LIPAFC comes to CBS Network Television in a historic first for the USL
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Ray Serrano’s work-rate, desire shining in LouCity’s perfect start | Young Player Spotlight
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/01/2024, 3:50pm EDT
21-year-old has notched two goals, one assist over past two outings as game has found another level
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What makes the Louisville City-Indy Eleven rivalry special
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/01/2024, 11:30am EDT
The USL Championship’s fiercest rivalry will feature on CBS on April 6 at 4 p.m. ET
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10 Key Storylines from the fourth weekend in the USL Championship
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/01/2024, 9:55am EDT
Detroit’s Maxi Rodriguez is benefiting from new arrivals; New Mexico, Tampa Bay pick up important victories
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3 Takeaways from the Tampa Bay Rowdies’ comeback vs. Rhode Island
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/30/2024, 10:19pm EDT
Manuel Arteaga’s hustle, physicality set tone for comeback, direct play proved crucial in helter-skelter contest
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3 Takeaways from LouCity’s five-star victory against Legion
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/30/2024, 6:15pm EDT
Fast starts have LouCity primed to make home a fortress, while Wilson Harris shows off Legion’s defensive frailty again
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Why Detroit City FC was the right club for Danny Dichio’s first Head Coaching job
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/29/2024, 10:20am EDT
Former Queen’s Park Rangers, Toronto FC forward has brought early success to Le Rouge after success in Sacramento
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10 Storylines to follow in the fourth weekend of the USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/28/2024, 4:22pm EDT
Monterey Bay gets a major litmus test in San Antonio, Indy, Detroit square off in an enticing clash on CBS Sports Golazo Network
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Where San Antonio FC’s home dominance of Switchbacks ranks all-time | News & Notes
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/27/2024, 4:20pm EDT
Hounds make wrong kind of history in start to Players’ Shield defense; Hartford, Birmingham set up shooting gallery
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How a new rule in the USL Championship & League One is changing the game for young talent
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/27/2024, 8:35am EDT
Starting this season, home clubs can expand gameday rosters to provide U-18 players opportunity to experience First Team gameday, make senior debut
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Where to watch the USL Championship and League One in Week 4
By USLChampionship.com Staff 03/26/2024, 3:40pm EDT
Check out this week’s USL TV listings, which features three games on CBS Sports Golazo Network
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He’s one of their own! Orange County’s Ashton Miles steps up to mark | Young Player Spotlight
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/25/2024, 2:55pm EDT
Fullerton native scored first professional goal against Miami, marks historic signing from club’s development academy
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9 Key Storylines from the third weekend in the USL Championship | Talking Points
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/25/2024, 11:00am EDT
Elvis Amoh’s impact in Detroit helps set up victory; Las Vegas tightens up its system, first wins show off Phoenix, Charleston, San Antonio potential
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3 Takeaways from the Charleston Battery’s romp past New Mexico United
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/23/2024, 9:58pm EDT
Battery’s returning big guns shone as the hosts swept to a 4-0 victory for their first win of 2024
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3 Takeaways from Hartford Athletic’s victory against Birmingham Legion FC
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/23/2024, 5:02pm EDT
Hartford’s attack shows its potential potency, while Anderson Asiedu shines against his former club
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How Orange County SC fought an existential threat – and won
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/22/2024, 4:00pm EDT
Threatened with the potential of losing its home stadium two years ago, OCSC is now thriving with more community support than ever before
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11 Storylines to watch in the USL Championship this weekend | Talking Points
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/22/2024, 11:55am EDT
Phoenix looks to get attack on track, North Carolina, Tampa Bay renew rivalry, Indy set for Sacramento test
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How LouCity’s Wilson Harris made USL Championship history in El Paso | News & Notes
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/21/2024, 9:55am EDT
New Mexico’s Alex Tambakis has a career day in Rhode Island, and approaches an all-time mark
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Where to watch the USL Championship and League One in Week 3
By USLChampionship.com Staff 03/19/2024, 12:30pm EDT
Check out this week’s USL TV listings, including a trio of high-profile home openers and the renewal of a longstanding rivalry
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How Ilya Alekseev’s debut showed off Oakland’s growing Roots | Young Player Spotlight
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/18/2024, 3:05pm EDT
18-year-old Project 51O product marked Championship debut with goal, solid defensive performance
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9 Key Storylines from the second weekend of the USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/18/2024, 11:30am EDT
Monterey Bay maintains its positive home opener vibes, and Loudoun’s dynamic duo comes through again
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3 Takeaways from a thriller between Rowdies, San Antonio
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/16/2024, 9:56pm EDT
Carter Manley’s late equalizer capped remarkable comeback for visitors in 2-2 draw at Al Lang Stadium
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3 takeaways from Rhode Island FC’s debut draw with New Mexico
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/16/2024, 6:46pm EDT
In front of sellout crowd, hosts earn deserved point as structure, substitutions pay off in impressive display
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Rhode Island FC, supporters ready to put on a soldout show
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/15/2024, 3:10pm EDT
Exciting new expansion club set to debut in USL Championship vs. unbeaten New Mexico United
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9 Key Storylines to watch in the USL Championship’s second weekend
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/15/2024, 12:00pm EDT
LouCity’s transformed core gets its first run-out in El Paso, while all eyes are on Rhode Island’s official debut
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Three takeaways from Monterey Bay’s late rally in El Paso
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/13/2024, 11:21pm EDT
MBFC earns deserved point after early setbacks, while Locomotive needs to get on track in homestand finale
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Why LouCity’s Arturo Ordóñez has put his success in the rearview mirror
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/13/2024, 10:10pm EDT
After his offseason move from Pittsburgh, the reigning Championship Defender of the Year is focused on the present
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How Jordan Farr became the Tampa Bay Rowdies’ new No. 1
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/13/2024, 9:10pm EDT
Offseason move closed book on time in San Antonio, gave Rowdies a title-winning shot-stopper for new campaign
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Khano Smith and Rhode Island FC are ready for launch! | USL All Access
By USLChampionship.com Staff 03/13/2024, 5:30pm EDT
Mike Watts and Devon Kerr look ahead to the new USL Championship club’s home opener, and around Week 1’s action
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The rare group Orange County’s Colin Shutler joined this weekend | News & Notes
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/13/2024, 2:00pm EDT
Matt VanOekel joins elite company among the Championship’s goalkeepers; Romario Williams’ scores for his sixth different club in the league
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Three things to watch for as Locomotive hosts Monterey Bay F.C.
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/13/2024, 9:35am EDT
El Paso aims to rebound after opening night setback as MBFC takes to field for first time this season
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Where to watch the USL Championship and League One in Week 2
By USLChampionship.com Staff 03/12/2024, 12:30pm EDT
Check out this week’s USL TV listings, including home openers for expansion sides Rhode Island FC and Spokane Velocity FC
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Pickering says Nighte, Nighte, lifts Memphis to victory | Young Player Spotlight
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/11/2024, 4:35pm EDT
19-year-old showed off his precocious finishing ability with blast against Las Vegas Lights FC
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8 Key Storylines from the opening weekend of the USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/11/2024, 10:30am EDT
Hartford Athletic delivers on the road to start its new era; Amann looks at home in Sacramento, New Mexico delights buzzing crowd
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Presenting (almost) all the kits you’ll see in the USL Championship in 2024
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/10/2024, 10:00am EDT
Here’s your guide to the on-field fits every team will be sporting in the new campaign
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Three things we took away from Orange County’s dramatic draw in Sacramento
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/10/2024, 12:41am EST
Republic FC’s Trevor Amann shows his readiness, but Colin Shutler steals the show for Orange County after his side hangs in
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Tracking the longest home opener undefeated streaks in the Championship | News & Notes
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/08/2024, 4:40pm EST
As the new season starts, the mark in Kenardo Forbes’ sight this season; who’ll grab the first goal of the season?
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We asked, you answered – here’s how you see the 2024 USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/08/2024, 1:00pm EST
After almost 1,000 submissions, there’s a familiar name favored for the league title this season
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8 Storylines to follow on the USL Championship’s opening weekend
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/08/2024, 10:30am EST
The Southern Derby regains the spotlight in North Carolina FC’s return; Is Republic FC’s Rafael Jauregui ready for the spotlight?
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2024 USL Championship Preview – New Coaches Roundtable
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/07/2024, 10:40am EST
We talked to Indy’s Sean McAuley, Las Vegas’ Dennis Sanchez and Rhode Island’s Khano Smith on a wide range of topics as they prepare for the season
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11 Newcomers to Watch in the 2024 USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/06/2024, 1:30pm EST
From League One standouts to overseas arrivals, here are some names to know going into the new campaign
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11 Young Players to Watch in the 2024 USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/06/2024, 1:00pm EST
Youth internationals and candidates to make the jump to Europe highlight the rising talent in the league this season
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Where to watch the USL Championship and League One this week
By USLChampionship.com Staff 03/05/2024, 3:00pm EST
Get your television listings for the opening weekend of the 2024 season
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2024 USL Championship Preview – Young Coaches Roundtable
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/04/2024, 5:10pm EST
Hear from Charleston’s Ben Pirmann, Colorado Springs’ James Chambers, El Paso’s Brian Clarhaut and LouCity’s Danny Cruz on a variety of topics around the league
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2024 USL Championship Western Conference Season Preview
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/04/2024, 2:30pm EST
Check out the players to watch, tactical insights and projected finishes for every team
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2024 USL Championship Eastern Conference Season Preview
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/04/2024, 2:30pm EST
Check out the players to watch, tactical insights and projected finishes for every team
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Why Ethan Zubak’s OC homecoming was the ideal launching pad for his next chapter
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/29/2024, 5:41pm EST
SoCal native’s arrival at Orange County SC this offseason filled a need for both club, player that each have an eye on the bigger picture
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11 Forwards to Watch in the 2024 USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/29/2024, 12:40pm EST
Returning standouts and those aiming for bounce-back campaigns will be in the spotlight this season
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Take a trip inside the minds of Mike Watts and Devon Kerr
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/28/2024, 10:46am EST
Entering their seventh season calling the USL Championship’s national broadcasts, an in-depth conversation on broadcasting, life, and the league
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How the Black Diamonds pay it forward in New Mexico and the soccer community
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/28/2024, 9:25am EST
Having leant on others in creating their formation, supporters group is making an impact in the stands and away from the stadium
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How Aaron Molloy’s soccer heritage paved his path to success
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/23/2024, 3:05pm EST
Son of a former professional, the Irish midfielder is among the most influential on-field figures in the USL Championship
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11 Midfielders to Watch in the 2024 USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/23/2024, 1:50pm EST
All-League mainstays, veteran heads in at new clubs, and potential keys to a turnaround are in the spotlight
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What’s in store for the 2024 USL Championship Season? | USL All Access
By USLChampionship.com Staff 02/22/2024, 10:30am EST
The 2024 season premiere reunites Mike Watts and Devon Kerr, who welcome USL Super League President Amanda Vandervort to the show
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11 Defenders to Watch in the 2024 USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/21/2024, 2:00pm EST
Returning standouts and those aiming for bounce-back campaigns are in the spotlight this season
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Why Edison Azcona’s arrival plants a flag for Las Vegas Lights FC’s new era
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/20/2024, 8:30am EST
Talented 20-year-old gives Lights ‘face of the franchise’, signals club’s new model, direction under incoming leadership
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Three takeaways from the Tampa Bay Rowdies’ preseason win vs. CF Montreal
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/18/2024, 7:50am EST
Possession-heavy intent and high-pressure defensive work stood out in 4-1 win at Al Lang Stadium
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11 Goalkeepers to Watch in the 2024 USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/16/2024, 9:40am EST
Familiar faces in new places, and a collection of last season’s standouts could be key in the new campaign
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Why Conner Antley’s path to D.C. United should inspire every young soccer player
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/14/2024, 3:09pm EST
From League Two beginnings to a transfer to D.C. United, the experienced defender has proven an unearthed gem
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What if… an alternative look at the 2023 USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/05/2024, 4:55pm EST
How some of the key moments last season potentially changed the final outcome of the campaign
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On Black History Month
By DR. CHRISTOPHER BUSEY, VP, DEI & Community Impact | USL 02/01/2024, 2:05pm EST
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Four Takeaways from Birmingham Legion FC’s preseason opener
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 01/27/2024, 8:48pm EST
Enzo Martinez looked ready to go, and AJ Paterson’s arrival offered a new look at the back against Atlanta United FC
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How Rhode Island FC, Hartford Athletic and North Carolina FC could look in 2024
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 01/22/2024, 12:00pm EST
With preseason underway, here’s a look at the potential lineups each club could see start the new campaign
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Why El Paso Locomotive FC still holds a place in Diego Luna’s heart
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 01/18/2024, 11:30am EST
2021 Championship All-League selection could make USMNT debut on Saturday at San Antonio FC’s Toyota Field
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What Oliver Wyss aims to bring to the USL’s front office
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 01/17/2024, 2:30pm EST
The architect of a blueprint for success at Orange County SC over the past decade, Wyss became Head of Global Football Development and Sporting Director in December
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Why Major League star José Bautista became owner of Las Vegas Lights FC
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 01/16/2024, 1:01pm EST
Drive to win, passion for business will see six-time All-Star lead club into new era this year
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10 Young Players to know now for the 2024 USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 01/11/2024, 2:30pm EST
After big moves domestically and overseas in the past 12 months, the talent pipeline is continuing to flow across the league’s clubs
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11 Free Agents to watch as the USL Championship preseason approaches
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 01/08/2024, 10:35am EST
Standout performers from this past campaign, prior seasons are on the market and could make an impact in 2024
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13 free agents USL Championship clubs could target this offseason
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 12/23/2023, 12:30pm EST
Former loanees, youth internationals among potential additions with upside this January
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The Battery’s brilliant Hartford comeback | Best Games of 2023
By USLChampionship.com Staff 12/22/2023, 9:00am EST
Seven-goal thriller was highlighted by one of the goals of the season in second-half stoppage time
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15 Games to circle now in the 2024 USL Championship Season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 12/18/2023, 12:30pm EST
New and renewed rivalries, postseason rematches, and some intriguing storylines highlight the new campaign
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How Nick Sakiewicz and Brendan Burke aim to make Hartford Athletic a winner
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 12/12/2023, 3:00pm EST
Newly-appointed Head Coach returns home to northeast to team with another major turnaround in mind
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How the Rhode Island-Hartford rivalry blew up after Open Cup elimination
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/19/2024, 2:44pm EDT
New England club’s barbs on social media after the other’s defeat in midweek is a harbinger of what’s to come on the field
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10 Top Storylines to Watch in the USL Championship this weekend | Talking Points
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/19/2024, 1:30pm EDT
How might the extra rest benefit teams awaiting their Open Cup kickoff, plus why Republic FC needs to tighten its hold on points
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How high is the Charleston Battery’s ceiling this season? | USL All Access
By USLChampionship.com Staff 04/18/2024, 11:55am EDT
Mike Watts and Devon Kerr look back on a big victory for the Charleston Battery, and the struggles at El Paso Locomotive FC
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Hounds’ King Kenny approaches a USL Championship mountaintop | News & Notes
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/18/2024, 11:30am EDT
Enzo Martinez sits in a class of his own among league’s creators, who’ve been first names on the team list in the past two seasons?
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Where to watch the USL Championship, League One and the Open Cup in Week 7
By USLChampionship.com Staff 04/16/2024, 10:10am EDT
The top two teams in the Western Conference get an early-season rematch, plus League One’s oldest rivalry renews
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Cristian Nava’s potential Open Cup return provides emotional boost for New Mexico United
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/15/2024, 4:12pm EDT
20-year-old could see first official action since being sidelined by torn ACL a season ago on Tuesday night
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How Pape Mar Boye is coming into his own at Phoenix Rising FC | Young Player Spotlight
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/15/2024, 2:25pm EDT
The highly-regarded 20-year-old center back is finding his form as he adapts to a higher level of competition
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8 Key Storylines from the sixth weekend of the USL Championship season | Talking Points
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/15/2024, 11:20am EDT
The Charleston Battery finish an eight-day stretch strong; Tulsa shows its mettle against frustrated Sacramento
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Upset Alert! Ranking the USL Championship clubs that have the biggest Open Cup tests this week
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/14/2024, 7:30pm EDT
From home draws against amateurs to road trips to top League One clubs, here’s how nervous each of the 16 Championship clubs should feel
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Nine Storylines to keep an eye on in the USL Championship’s sixth weekend
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/12/2024, 3:40pm EDT
Rhode Island’s Albert Dikwa faces first reunion with Hounds; Orange County heads to San Antonio looking to continue run
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Why Eleven Park is poised to become the next landmark venue in the USL Championship
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/12/2024, 7:25am EDT
Years in the making, the 20,000-capacity venue and mixed-use development is set to open in 2026
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How the Tampa Bay Rowdies’ pressure set up a romp past Florida rival Miami FC
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/11/2024, 9:28pm EDT
Fast start set up opportunities as hosts’ inexperience showed, while Blake Bodily produced sterling all-around display
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What to watch for as Miami FC plays host to undefeated Tampa Bay Rowdies
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/10/2024, 5:55pm EDT
Tampa Bay looks to keep pace with Eastern Conference frontrunners, Miami needs improvement on defensive set pieces
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How Las Vegas Lights FC is writing a new chapter, making club history | News & Notes
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/10/2024, 2:35pm EDT
LouCity’s Wilson Harris makes fastest four-game start in league history; Tulsa looks to break Sacramento’s hex
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How the Charleston Battery knocked Louisville City FC from the ranks of the undefeated
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/09/2024, 9:48pm EDT
Three-man midfield, Markanich excellence were key as defending Eastern Conference title-holders took victory at Patriots Point
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Why two midfield standouts hold the key when the Battery, LouCity clash on CBS Sports Network
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/08/2024, 6:40pm EDT
2023 Championship All-League First Teams selections Molloy, Davila in the spotlight for clash of undefeateds
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After previous ups and downs, LouCity’s Elijah Wynder is producing quality, consistency | Young Player Spotlight
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/08/2024, 4:15pm EDT
21-year-old Academy product has started first four games of season, creating dynamic tandem with Taylor Davila in midfield
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Where to watch the USL Championship and League One in Week 6
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/08/2024, 2:21pm EDT
A rematch of the 2023 Eastern Conference Final lands on CBS Sports Network, and a meeting of undefeated sides in League One highlight the schedule
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10 Key Storylines we took away from the USL Championship this weekend
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/08/2024, 1:06pm EDT
Wilson Harris is a man on fire, New Mexico shows its composure, Las Vegas’ midfield has found its defensive rhythm
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3 Things we took away from New Mexico’s dramatic victory vs. El Paso
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/06/2024, 11:58pm EDT
New Mexico executes clinically after letting lead slip, Dhillon’s play almost delivers Locomotive victory
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3 Things we took away from LouCity’s thrilling LIPAFC victory vs. Indy Eleven
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/06/2024, 6:55pm EDT
Wilson Harris’ relentlessness earns his first hat trick in the league in CBS debut that exceeded all pregame expectations
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Why Niall McCabe’s drive, evolution made him the last original standing at Louisville City FC
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/05/2024, 4:10pm EDT
A starter in LouCity’s inaugural game in 2015, the Irish veteran has become a bridge between the club’s past and its future
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How the LIPAFC became ‘the single most important sporting and cultural event in human history’
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/05/2024, 12:50pm EDT
As it shapes up for its network television debut, here’s how Louisville and Indy supporters came together to create an American icon
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11 (Other) Storylines to follow in the USL Championship this weekend
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/05/2024, 10:20am EDT
El Paso addition Amando Moreno returns to New Mexico, Hounds face challenge as Rowdies visit
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A marquee rivalry matchup heads to CBS! | Hat Trick: LIPAFC Preview
By USLChampionship.com Staff 04/04/2024, 6:00pm EDT
Hosts Datti Jinkiri and Sarah Kate Kilby look ahead to one of the great rivalries and a historic day for the league
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Where Louisville City FC’s five-goal outings rank in USL Championship history | News & Notes
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/04/2024, 5:50pm EDT
El Paso, New Mexico feeling at home at each other’s venues; Wilson Harris joins an exclusive club of March goalscorers
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How Scouse’s House has become a LouCity institution at Lynn Family Stadium
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/04/2024, 11:10am EDT
Located in the Waterfront End, the supporters’ group has pulled together fans of all stripes and newcomers to the game behind Louisville City FC
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Why Cam Lindley’s failed first stint with Indy Eleven set him on the path to success
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/03/2024, 4:10pm EDT
Two-time Championship All-League selection’s return home as complete midfielder has seen him become indispensable to lineup
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How New Mexico United brought the smoke to Phoenix | USL All Access
By USLChampionship.com Staff 04/03/2024, 4:00pm EDT
Mike Watts and Devon Kerr look at a big win out west, and preview this Saturday’s historic LIPAFC clash in Louisville
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Where to watch the USL Championship and League One in Week 5
By USLChampionship.com Staff 04/02/2024, 9:10am EDT
The LIPAFC comes to CBS Network Television in a historic first for the USL
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Ray Serrano’s work-rate, desire shining in LouCity’s perfect start | Young Player Spotlight
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/01/2024, 3:50pm EDT
21-year-old has notched two goals, one assist over past two outings as game has found another level
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What makes the Louisville City-Indy Eleven rivalry special
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/01/2024, 11:30am EDT
The USL Championship’s fiercest rivalry will feature on CBS on April 6 at 4 p.m. ET
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10 Key Storylines from the fourth weekend in the USL Championship
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/01/2024, 9:55am EDT
Detroit’s Maxi Rodriguez is benefiting from new arrivals; New Mexico, Tampa Bay pick up important victories
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3 Takeaways from the Tampa Bay Rowdies’ comeback vs. Rhode Island
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/30/2024, 10:19pm EDT
Manuel Arteaga’s hustle, physicality set tone for comeback, direct play proved crucial in helter-skelter contest
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3 Takeaways from LouCity’s five-star victory against Legion
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/30/2024, 6:15pm EDT
Fast starts have LouCity primed to make home a fortress, while Wilson Harris shows off Legion’s defensive frailty again
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Why Detroit City FC was the right club for Danny Dichio’s first Head Coaching job
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/29/2024, 10:20am EDT
Former Queen’s Park Rangers, Toronto FC forward has brought early success to Le Rouge after success in Sacramento
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10 Storylines to follow in the fourth weekend of the USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/28/2024, 4:22pm EDT
Monterey Bay gets a major litmus test in San Antonio, Indy, Detroit square off in an enticing clash on CBS Sports Golazo Network
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Where San Antonio FC’s home dominance of Switchbacks ranks all-time | News & Notes
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/27/2024, 4:20pm EDT
Hounds make wrong kind of history in start to Players’ Shield defense; Hartford, Birmingham set up shooting gallery
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How a new rule in the USL Championship & League One is changing the game for young talent
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/27/2024, 8:35am EDT
Starting this season, home clubs can expand gameday rosters to provide U-18 players opportunity to experience First Team gameday, make senior debut
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Where to watch the USL Championship and League One in Week 4
By USLChampionship.com Staff 03/26/2024, 3:40pm EDT
Check out this week’s USL TV listings, which features three games on CBS Sports Golazo Network
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He’s one of their own! Orange County’s Ashton Miles steps up to mark | Young Player Spotlight
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/25/2024, 2:55pm EDT
Fullerton native scored first professional goal against Miami, marks historic signing from club’s development academy
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9 Key Storylines from the third weekend in the USL Championship | Talking Points
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/25/2024, 11:00am EDT
Elvis Amoh’s impact in Detroit helps set up victory; Las Vegas tightens up its system, first wins show off Phoenix, Charleston, San Antonio potential
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3 Takeaways from the Charleston Battery’s romp past New Mexico United
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/23/2024, 9:58pm EDT
Battery’s returning big guns shone as the hosts swept to a 4-0 victory for their first win of 2024
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3 Takeaways from Hartford Athletic’s victory against Birmingham Legion FC
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/23/2024, 5:02pm EDT
Hartford’s attack shows its potential potency, while Anderson Asiedu shines against his former club
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How Orange County SC fought an existential threat – and won
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/22/2024, 4:00pm EDT
Threatened with the potential of losing its home stadium two years ago, OCSC is now thriving with more community support than ever before
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11 Storylines to watch in the USL Championship this weekend | Talking Points
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/22/2024, 11:55am EDT
Phoenix looks to get attack on track, North Carolina, Tampa Bay renew rivalry, Indy set for Sacramento test
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How LouCity’s Wilson Harris made USL Championship history in El Paso | News & Notes
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/21/2024, 9:55am EDT
New Mexico’s Alex Tambakis has a career day in Rhode Island, and approaches an all-time mark
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Where to watch the USL Championship and League One in Week 3
By USLChampionship.com Staff 03/19/2024, 12:30pm EDT
Check out this week’s USL TV listings, including a trio of high-profile home openers and the renewal of a longstanding rivalry
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How Ilya Alekseev’s debut showed off Oakland’s growing Roots | Young Player Spotlight
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/18/2024, 3:05pm EDT
18-year-old Project 51O product marked Championship debut with goal, solid defensive performance
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9 Key Storylines from the second weekend of the USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/18/2024, 11:30am EDT
Monterey Bay maintains its positive home opener vibes, and Loudoun’s dynamic duo comes through again
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3 Takeaways from a thriller between Rowdies, San Antonio
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/16/2024, 9:56pm EDT
Carter Manley’s late equalizer capped remarkable comeback for visitors in 2-2 draw at Al Lang Stadium
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3 takeaways from Rhode Island FC’s debut draw with New Mexico
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/16/2024, 6:46pm EDT
In front of sellout crowd, hosts earn deserved point as structure, substitutions pay off in impressive display
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Rhode Island FC, supporters ready to put on a soldout show
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/15/2024, 3:10pm EDT
Exciting new expansion club set to debut in USL Championship vs. unbeaten New Mexico United
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9 Key Storylines to watch in the USL Championship’s second weekend
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/15/2024, 12:00pm EDT
LouCity’s transformed core gets its first run-out in El Paso, while all eyes are on Rhode Island’s official debut
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Three takeaways from Monterey Bay’s late rally in El Paso
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/13/2024, 11:21pm EDT
MBFC earns deserved point after early setbacks, while Locomotive needs to get on track in homestand finale
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Why LouCity’s Arturo Ordóñez has put his success in the rearview mirror
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/13/2024, 10:10pm EDT
After his offseason move from Pittsburgh, the reigning Championship Defender of the Year is focused on the present
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How Jordan Farr became the Tampa Bay Rowdies’ new No. 1
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/13/2024, 9:10pm EDT
Offseason move closed book on time in San Antonio, gave Rowdies a title-winning shot-stopper for new campaign
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Khano Smith and Rhode Island FC are ready for launch! | USL All Access
By USLChampionship.com Staff 03/13/2024, 5:30pm EDT
Mike Watts and Devon Kerr look ahead to the new USL Championship club’s home opener, and around Week 1’s action
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The rare group Orange County’s Colin Shutler joined this weekend | News & Notes
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/13/2024, 2:00pm EDT
Matt VanOekel joins elite company among the Championship’s goalkeepers; Romario Williams’ scores for his sixth different club in the league
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Three things to watch for as Locomotive hosts Monterey Bay F.C.
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/13/2024, 9:35am EDT
El Paso aims to rebound after opening night setback as MBFC takes to field for first time this season
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Where to watch the USL Championship and League One in Week 2
By USLChampionship.com Staff 03/12/2024, 12:30pm EDT
Check out this week’s USL TV listings, including home openers for expansion sides Rhode Island FC and Spokane Velocity FC
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Pickering says Nighte, Nighte, lifts Memphis to victory | Young Player Spotlight
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/11/2024, 4:35pm EDT
19-year-old showed off his precocious finishing ability with blast against Las Vegas Lights FC
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8 Key Storylines from the opening weekend of the USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/11/2024, 10:30am EDT
Hartford Athletic delivers on the road to start its new era; Amann looks at home in Sacramento, New Mexico delights buzzing crowd
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Presenting (almost) all the kits you’ll see in the USL Championship in 2024
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/10/2024, 10:00am EDT
Here’s your guide to the on-field fits every team will be sporting in the new campaign
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Three things we took away from Orange County’s dramatic draw in Sacramento
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/10/2024, 12:41am EST
Republic FC’s Trevor Amann shows his readiness, but Colin Shutler steals the show for Orange County after his side hangs in
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Tracking the longest home opener undefeated streaks in the Championship | News & Notes
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/08/2024, 4:40pm EST
As the new season starts, the mark in Kenardo Forbes’ sight this season; who’ll grab the first goal of the season?
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We asked, you answered – here’s how you see the 2024 USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/08/2024, 1:00pm EST
After almost 1,000 submissions, there’s a familiar name favored for the league title this season
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8 Storylines to follow on the USL Championship’s opening weekend
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/08/2024, 10:30am EST
The Southern Derby regains the spotlight in North Carolina FC’s return; Is Republic FC’s Rafael Jauregui ready for the spotlight?
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2024 USL Championship Preview – New Coaches Roundtable
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/07/2024, 10:40am EST
We talked to Indy’s Sean McAuley, Las Vegas’ Dennis Sanchez and Rhode Island’s Khano Smith on a wide range of topics as they prepare for the season
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11 Newcomers to Watch in the 2024 USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/06/2024, 1:30pm EST
From League One standouts to overseas arrivals, here are some names to know going into the new campaign
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11 Young Players to Watch in the 2024 USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/06/2024, 1:00pm EST
Youth internationals and candidates to make the jump to Europe highlight the rising talent in the league this season
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Where to watch the USL Championship and League One this week
By USLChampionship.com Staff 03/05/2024, 3:00pm EST
Get your television listings for the opening weekend of the 2024 season
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2024 USL Championship Preview – Young Coaches Roundtable
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/04/2024, 5:10pm EST
Hear from Charleston’s Ben Pirmann, Colorado Springs’ James Chambers, El Paso’s Brian Clarhaut and LouCity’s Danny Cruz on a variety of topics around the league
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2024 USL Championship Western Conference Season Preview
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/04/2024, 2:30pm EST
Check out the players to watch, tactical insights and projected finishes for every team
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2024 USL Championship Eastern Conference Season Preview
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/04/2024, 2:30pm EST
Check out the players to watch, tactical insights and projected finishes for every team
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Why Ethan Zubak’s OC homecoming was the ideal launching pad for his next chapter
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/29/2024, 5:41pm EST
SoCal native’s arrival at Orange County SC this offseason filled a need for both club, player that each have an eye on the bigger picture
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11 Forwards to Watch in the 2024 USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/29/2024, 12:40pm EST
Returning standouts and those aiming for bounce-back campaigns will be in the spotlight this season
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Take a trip inside the minds of Mike Watts and Devon Kerr
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/28/2024, 10:46am EST
Entering their seventh season calling the USL Championship’s national broadcasts, an in-depth conversation on broadcasting, life, and the league
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How the Black Diamonds pay it forward in New Mexico and the soccer community
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/28/2024, 9:25am EST
Having leant on others in creating their formation, supporters group is making an impact in the stands and away from the stadium
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How Aaron Molloy’s soccer heritage paved his path to success
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/23/2024, 3:05pm EST
Son of a former professional, the Irish midfielder is among the most influential on-field figures in the USL Championship
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11 Midfielders to Watch in the 2024 USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/23/2024, 1:50pm EST
All-League mainstays, veteran heads in at new clubs, and potential keys to a turnaround are in the spotlight
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What’s in store for the 2024 USL Championship Season? | USL All Access
By USLChampionship.com Staff 02/22/2024, 10:30am EST
The 2024 season premiere reunites Mike Watts and Devon Kerr, who welcome USL Super League President Amanda Vandervort to the show
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11 Defenders to Watch in the 2024 USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/21/2024, 2:00pm EST
Returning standouts and those aiming for bounce-back campaigns are in the spotlight this season
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Why Edison Azcona’s arrival plants a flag for Las Vegas Lights FC’s new era
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/20/2024, 8:30am EST
Talented 20-year-old gives Lights ‘face of the franchise’, signals club’s new model, direction under incoming leadership
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Three takeaways from the Tampa Bay Rowdies’ preseason win vs. CF Montreal
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/18/2024, 7:50am EST
Possession-heavy intent and high-pressure defensive work stood out in 4-1 win at Al Lang Stadium
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11 Goalkeepers to Watch in the 2024 USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/16/2024, 9:40am EST
Familiar faces in new places, and a collection of last season’s standouts could be key in the new campaign
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Why Conner Antley’s path to D.C. United should inspire every young soccer player
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/14/2024, 3:09pm EST
From League Two beginnings to a transfer to D.C. United, the experienced defender has proven an unearthed gem
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What if… an alternative look at the 2023 USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/05/2024, 4:55pm EST
How some of the key moments last season potentially changed the final outcome of the campaign
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On Black History Month
By DR. CHRISTOPHER BUSEY, VP, DEI & Community Impact | USL 02/01/2024, 2:05pm EST
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Four Takeaways from Birmingham Legion FC’s preseason opener
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 01/27/2024, 8:48pm EST
Enzo Martinez looked ready to go, and AJ Paterson’s arrival offered a new look at the back against Atlanta United FC
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How Rhode Island FC, Hartford Athletic and North Carolina FC could look in 2024
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 01/22/2024, 12:00pm EST
With preseason underway, here’s a look at the potential lineups each club could see start the new campaign
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Why El Paso Locomotive FC still holds a place in Diego Luna’s heart
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 01/18/2024, 11:30am EST
2021 Championship All-League selection could make USMNT debut on Saturday at San Antonio FC’s Toyota Field
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What Oliver Wyss aims to bring to the USL’s front office
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 01/17/2024, 2:30pm EST
The architect of a blueprint for success at Orange County SC over the past decade, Wyss became Head of Global Football Development and Sporting Director in December
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Why Major League star José Bautista became owner of Las Vegas Lights FC
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 01/16/2024, 1:01pm EST
Drive to win, passion for business will see six-time All-Star lead club into new era this year
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10 Young Players to know now for the 2024 USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 01/11/2024, 2:30pm EST
After big moves domestically and overseas in the past 12 months, the talent pipeline is continuing to flow across the league’s clubs
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11 Free Agents to watch as the USL Championship preseason approaches
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 01/08/2024, 10:35am EST
Standout performers from this past campaign, prior seasons are on the market and could make an impact in 2024
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13 free agents USL Championship clubs could target this offseason
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 12/23/2023, 12:30pm EST
Former loanees, youth internationals among potential additions with upside this January
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By USLChampionship.com Staff 12/22/2023, 9:00am EST
Seven-goal thriller was highlighted by one of the goals of the season in second-half stoppage time
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By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 12/18/2023, 12:30pm EST
New and renewed rivalries, postseason rematches, and some intriguing storylines highlight the new campaign
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Newly-appointed Head Coach returns home to northeast to team with another major turnaround in mind
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By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/19/2024, 2:44pm EDT
New England club’s barbs on social media after the other’s defeat in midweek is a harbinger of what’s to come on the field
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By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/19/2024, 1:30pm EDT
How might the extra rest benefit teams awaiting their Open Cup kickoff, plus why Republic FC needs to tighten its hold on points
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By USLChampionship.com Staff 04/18/2024, 11:55am EDT
Mike Watts and Devon Kerr look back on a big victory for the Charleston Battery, and the struggles at El Paso Locomotive FC
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By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/18/2024, 11:30am EDT
Enzo Martinez sits in a class of his own among league’s creators, who’ve been first names on the team list in the past two seasons?
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The top two teams in the Western Conference get an early-season rematch, plus League One’s oldest rivalry renews
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Cristian Nava’s potential Open Cup return provides emotional boost for New Mexico United
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/15/2024, 4:12pm EDT
20-year-old could see first official action since being sidelined by torn ACL a season ago on Tuesday night
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How Pape Mar Boye is coming into his own at Phoenix Rising FC | Young Player Spotlight
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/15/2024, 2:25pm EDT
The highly-regarded 20-year-old center back is finding his form as he adapts to a higher level of competition
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8 Key Storylines from the sixth weekend of the USL Championship season | Talking Points
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/15/2024, 11:20am EDT
The Charleston Battery finish an eight-day stretch strong; Tulsa shows its mettle against frustrated Sacramento
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Upset Alert! Ranking the USL Championship clubs that have the biggest Open Cup tests this week
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/14/2024, 7:30pm EDT
From home draws against amateurs to road trips to top League One clubs, here’s how nervous each of the 16 Championship clubs should feel
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By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/12/2024, 3:40pm EDT
Rhode Island’s Albert Dikwa faces first reunion with Hounds; Orange County heads to San Antonio looking to continue run
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Why Eleven Park is poised to become the next landmark venue in the USL Championship
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/12/2024, 7:25am EDT
Years in the making, the 20,000-capacity venue and mixed-use development is set to open in 2026
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How the Tampa Bay Rowdies’ pressure set up a romp past Florida rival Miami FC
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/11/2024, 9:28pm EDT
Fast start set up opportunities as hosts’ inexperience showed, while Blake Bodily produced sterling all-around display
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What to watch for as Miami FC plays host to undefeated Tampa Bay Rowdies
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/10/2024, 5:55pm EDT
Tampa Bay looks to keep pace with Eastern Conference frontrunners, Miami needs improvement on defensive set pieces
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How Las Vegas Lights FC is writing a new chapter, making club history | News & Notes
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/10/2024, 2:35pm EDT
LouCity’s Wilson Harris makes fastest four-game start in league history; Tulsa looks to break Sacramento’s hex
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How the Charleston Battery knocked Louisville City FC from the ranks of the undefeated
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/09/2024, 9:48pm EDT
Three-man midfield, Markanich excellence were key as defending Eastern Conference title-holders took victory at Patriots Point
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Why two midfield standouts hold the key when the Battery, LouCity clash on CBS Sports Network
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/08/2024, 6:40pm EDT
2023 Championship All-League First Teams selections Molloy, Davila in the spotlight for clash of undefeateds
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After previous ups and downs, LouCity’s Elijah Wynder is producing quality, consistency | Young Player Spotlight
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/08/2024, 4:15pm EDT
21-year-old Academy product has started first four games of season, creating dynamic tandem with Taylor Davila in midfield
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By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/08/2024, 2:21pm EDT
A rematch of the 2023 Eastern Conference Final lands on CBS Sports Network, and a meeting of undefeated sides in League One highlight the schedule
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By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/08/2024, 1:06pm EDT
Wilson Harris is a man on fire, New Mexico shows its composure, Las Vegas’ midfield has found its defensive rhythm
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3 Things we took away from New Mexico’s dramatic victory vs. El Paso
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/06/2024, 11:58pm EDT
New Mexico executes clinically after letting lead slip, Dhillon’s play almost delivers Locomotive victory
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3 Things we took away from LouCity’s thrilling LIPAFC victory vs. Indy Eleven
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/06/2024, 6:55pm EDT
Wilson Harris’ relentlessness earns his first hat trick in the league in CBS debut that exceeded all pregame expectations
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By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/05/2024, 4:10pm EDT
A starter in LouCity’s inaugural game in 2015, the Irish veteran has become a bridge between the club’s past and its future
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How the LIPAFC became ‘the single most important sporting and cultural event in human history’
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/05/2024, 12:50pm EDT
As it shapes up for its network television debut, here’s how Louisville and Indy supporters came together to create an American icon
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By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/05/2024, 10:20am EDT
El Paso addition Amando Moreno returns to New Mexico, Hounds face challenge as Rowdies visit
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A marquee rivalry matchup heads to CBS! | Hat Trick: LIPAFC Preview
By USLChampionship.com Staff 04/04/2024, 6:00pm EDT
Hosts Datti Jinkiri and Sarah Kate Kilby look ahead to one of the great rivalries and a historic day for the league
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Where Louisville City FC’s five-goal outings rank in USL Championship history | News & Notes
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/04/2024, 5:50pm EDT
El Paso, New Mexico feeling at home at each other’s venues; Wilson Harris joins an exclusive club of March goalscorers
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By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/04/2024, 11:10am EDT
Located in the Waterfront End, the supporters’ group has pulled together fans of all stripes and newcomers to the game behind Louisville City FC
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Why Cam Lindley’s failed first stint with Indy Eleven set him on the path to success
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/03/2024, 4:10pm EDT
Two-time Championship All-League selection’s return home as complete midfielder has seen him become indispensable to lineup
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How New Mexico United brought the smoke to Phoenix | USL All Access
By USLChampionship.com Staff 04/03/2024, 4:00pm EDT
Mike Watts and Devon Kerr look at a big win out west, and preview this Saturday’s historic LIPAFC clash in Louisville
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By USLChampionship.com Staff 04/02/2024, 9:10am EDT
The LIPAFC comes to CBS Network Television in a historic first for the USL
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By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/01/2024, 3:50pm EDT
21-year-old has notched two goals, one assist over past two outings as game has found another level
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What makes the Louisville City-Indy Eleven rivalry special
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/01/2024, 11:30am EDT
The USL Championship’s fiercest rivalry will feature on CBS on April 6 at 4 p.m. ET
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10 Key Storylines from the fourth weekend in the USL Championship
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/01/2024, 9:55am EDT
Detroit’s Maxi Rodriguez is benefiting from new arrivals; New Mexico, Tampa Bay pick up important victories
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3 Takeaways from the Tampa Bay Rowdies’ comeback vs. Rhode Island
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/30/2024, 10:19pm EDT
Manuel Arteaga’s hustle, physicality set tone for comeback, direct play proved crucial in helter-skelter contest
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3 Takeaways from LouCity’s five-star victory against Legion
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/30/2024, 6:15pm EDT
Fast starts have LouCity primed to make home a fortress, while Wilson Harris shows off Legion’s defensive frailty again
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Why Detroit City FC was the right club for Danny Dichio’s first Head Coaching job
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/29/2024, 10:20am EDT
Former Queen’s Park Rangers, Toronto FC forward has brought early success to Le Rouge after success in Sacramento
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10 Storylines to follow in the fourth weekend of the USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/28/2024, 4:22pm EDT
Monterey Bay gets a major litmus test in San Antonio, Indy, Detroit square off in an enticing clash on CBS Sports Golazo Network
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Where San Antonio FC’s home dominance of Switchbacks ranks all-time | News & Notes
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/27/2024, 4:20pm EDT
Hounds make wrong kind of history in start to Players’ Shield defense; Hartford, Birmingham set up shooting gallery
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How a new rule in the USL Championship & League One is changing the game for young talent
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/27/2024, 8:35am EDT
Starting this season, home clubs can expand gameday rosters to provide U-18 players opportunity to experience First Team gameday, make senior debut
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Where to watch the USL Championship and League One in Week 4
By USLChampionship.com Staff 03/26/2024, 3:40pm EDT
Check out this week’s USL TV listings, which features three games on CBS Sports Golazo Network
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He’s one of their own! Orange County’s Ashton Miles steps up to mark | Young Player Spotlight
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/25/2024, 2:55pm EDT
Fullerton native scored first professional goal against Miami, marks historic signing from club’s development academy
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9 Key Storylines from the third weekend in the USL Championship | Talking Points
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/25/2024, 11:00am EDT
Elvis Amoh’s impact in Detroit helps set up victory; Las Vegas tightens up its system, first wins show off Phoenix, Charleston, San Antonio potential
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3 Takeaways from the Charleston Battery’s romp past New Mexico United
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/23/2024, 9:58pm EDT
Battery’s returning big guns shone as the hosts swept to a 4-0 victory for their first win of 2024
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3 Takeaways from Hartford Athletic’s victory against Birmingham Legion FC
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/23/2024, 5:02pm EDT
Hartford’s attack shows its potential potency, while Anderson Asiedu shines against his former club
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How Orange County SC fought an existential threat – and won
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/22/2024, 4:00pm EDT
Threatened with the potential of losing its home stadium two years ago, OCSC is now thriving with more community support than ever before
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11 Storylines to watch in the USL Championship this weekend | Talking Points
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/22/2024, 11:55am EDT
Phoenix looks to get attack on track, North Carolina, Tampa Bay renew rivalry, Indy set for Sacramento test
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How LouCity’s Wilson Harris made USL Championship history in El Paso | News & Notes
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/21/2024, 9:55am EDT
New Mexico’s Alex Tambakis has a career day in Rhode Island, and approaches an all-time mark
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Where to watch the USL Championship and League One in Week 3
By USLChampionship.com Staff 03/19/2024, 12:30pm EDT
Check out this week’s USL TV listings, including a trio of high-profile home openers and the renewal of a longstanding rivalry
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How Ilya Alekseev’s debut showed off Oakland’s growing Roots | Young Player Spotlight
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/18/2024, 3:05pm EDT
18-year-old Project 51O product marked Championship debut with goal, solid defensive performance
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9 Key Storylines from the second weekend of the USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/18/2024, 11:30am EDT
Monterey Bay maintains its positive home opener vibes, and Loudoun’s dynamic duo comes through again
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3 Takeaways from a thriller between Rowdies, San Antonio
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/16/2024, 9:56pm EDT
Carter Manley’s late equalizer capped remarkable comeback for visitors in 2-2 draw at Al Lang Stadium
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3 takeaways from Rhode Island FC’s debut draw with New Mexico
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/16/2024, 6:46pm EDT
In front of sellout crowd, hosts earn deserved point as structure, substitutions pay off in impressive display
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Rhode Island FC, supporters ready to put on a soldout show
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/15/2024, 3:10pm EDT
Exciting new expansion club set to debut in USL Championship vs. unbeaten New Mexico United
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9 Key Storylines to watch in the USL Championship’s second weekend
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/15/2024, 12:00pm EDT
LouCity’s transformed core gets its first run-out in El Paso, while all eyes are on Rhode Island’s official debut
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Three takeaways from Monterey Bay’s late rally in El Paso
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/13/2024, 11:21pm EDT
MBFC earns deserved point after early setbacks, while Locomotive needs to get on track in homestand finale
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Why LouCity’s Arturo Ordóñez has put his success in the rearview mirror
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/13/2024, 10:10pm EDT
After his offseason move from Pittsburgh, the reigning Championship Defender of the Year is focused on the present
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How Jordan Farr became the Tampa Bay Rowdies’ new No. 1
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/13/2024, 9:10pm EDT
Offseason move closed book on time in San Antonio, gave Rowdies a title-winning shot-stopper for new campaign
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Khano Smith and Rhode Island FC are ready for launch! | USL All Access
By USLChampionship.com Staff 03/13/2024, 5:30pm EDT
Mike Watts and Devon Kerr look ahead to the new USL Championship club’s home opener, and around Week 1’s action
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The rare group Orange County’s Colin Shutler joined this weekend | News & Notes
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/13/2024, 2:00pm EDT
Matt VanOekel joins elite company among the Championship’s goalkeepers; Romario Williams’ scores for his sixth different club in the league
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Three things to watch for as Locomotive hosts Monterey Bay F.C.
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/13/2024, 9:35am EDT
El Paso aims to rebound after opening night setback as MBFC takes to field for first time this season
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Where to watch the USL Championship and League One in Week 2
By USLChampionship.com Staff 03/12/2024, 12:30pm EDT
Check out this week’s USL TV listings, including home openers for expansion sides Rhode Island FC and Spokane Velocity FC
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Pickering says Nighte, Nighte, lifts Memphis to victory | Young Player Spotlight
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/11/2024, 4:35pm EDT
19-year-old showed off his precocious finishing ability with blast against Las Vegas Lights FC
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8 Key Storylines from the opening weekend of the USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/11/2024, 10:30am EDT
Hartford Athletic delivers on the road to start its new era; Amann looks at home in Sacramento, New Mexico delights buzzing crowd
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Presenting (almost) all the kits you’ll see in the USL Championship in 2024
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/10/2024, 10:00am EDT
Here’s your guide to the on-field fits every team will be sporting in the new campaign
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Three things we took away from Orange County’s dramatic draw in Sacramento
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/10/2024, 12:41am EST
Republic FC’s Trevor Amann shows his readiness, but Colin Shutler steals the show for Orange County after his side hangs in
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Tracking the longest home opener undefeated streaks in the Championship | News & Notes
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/08/2024, 4:40pm EST
As the new season starts, the mark in Kenardo Forbes’ sight this season; who’ll grab the first goal of the season?
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We asked, you answered – here’s how you see the 2024 USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/08/2024, 1:00pm EST
After almost 1,000 submissions, there’s a familiar name favored for the league title this season
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8 Storylines to follow on the USL Championship’s opening weekend
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/08/2024, 10:30am EST
The Southern Derby regains the spotlight in North Carolina FC’s return; Is Republic FC’s Rafael Jauregui ready for the spotlight?
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2024 USL Championship Preview – New Coaches Roundtable
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/07/2024, 10:40am EST
We talked to Indy’s Sean McAuley, Las Vegas’ Dennis Sanchez and Rhode Island’s Khano Smith on a wide range of topics as they prepare for the season
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11 Newcomers to Watch in the 2024 USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/06/2024, 1:30pm EST
From League One standouts to overseas arrivals, here are some names to know going into the new campaign
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11 Young Players to Watch in the 2024 USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/06/2024, 1:00pm EST
Youth internationals and candidates to make the jump to Europe highlight the rising talent in the league this season
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By USLChampionship.com Staff 03/05/2024, 3:00pm EST
Get your television listings for the opening weekend of the 2024 season
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2024 USL Championship Preview – Young Coaches Roundtable
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/04/2024, 5:10pm EST
Hear from Charleston’s Ben Pirmann, Colorado Springs’ James Chambers, El Paso’s Brian Clarhaut and LouCity’s Danny Cruz on a variety of topics around the league
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2024 USL Championship Western Conference Season Preview
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/04/2024, 2:30pm EST
Check out the players to watch, tactical insights and projected finishes for every team
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2024 USL Championship Eastern Conference Season Preview
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 03/04/2024, 2:30pm EST
Check out the players to watch, tactical insights and projected finishes for every team
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By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/29/2024, 5:41pm EST
SoCal native’s arrival at Orange County SC this offseason filled a need for both club, player that each have an eye on the bigger picture
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By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/29/2024, 12:40pm EST
Returning standouts and those aiming for bounce-back campaigns will be in the spotlight this season
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By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/28/2024, 10:46am EST
Entering their seventh season calling the USL Championship’s national broadcasts, an in-depth conversation on broadcasting, life, and the league
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How the Black Diamonds pay it forward in New Mexico and the soccer community
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/28/2024, 9:25am EST
Having leant on others in creating their formation, supporters group is making an impact in the stands and away from the stadium
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By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/23/2024, 3:05pm EST
Son of a former professional, the Irish midfielder is among the most influential on-field figures in the USL Championship
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By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/23/2024, 1:50pm EST
All-League mainstays, veteran heads in at new clubs, and potential keys to a turnaround are in the spotlight
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By USLChampionship.com Staff 02/22/2024, 10:30am EST
The 2024 season premiere reunites Mike Watts and Devon Kerr, who welcome USL Super League President Amanda Vandervort to the show
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By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/21/2024, 2:00pm EST
Returning standouts and those aiming for bounce-back campaigns are in the spotlight this season
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By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 02/20/2024, 8:30am EST
Talented 20-year-old gives Lights ‘face of the franchise’, signals club’s new model, direction under incoming leadership
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Possession-heavy intent and high-pressure defensive work stood out in 4-1 win at Al Lang Stadium
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From League Two beginnings to a transfer to D.C. United, the experienced defender has proven an unearthed gem
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Enzo Martinez looked ready to go, and AJ Paterson’s arrival offered a new look at the back against Atlanta United FC
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10 Young Players to know now for the 2024 USL Championship season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 01/11/2024, 2:30pm EST
After big moves domestically and overseas in the past 12 months, the talent pipeline is continuing to flow across the league’s clubs
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11 Free Agents to watch as the USL Championship preseason approaches
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 01/08/2024, 10:35am EST
Standout performers from this past campaign, prior seasons are on the market and could make an impact in 2024
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13 free agents USL Championship clubs could target this offseason
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 12/23/2023, 12:30pm EST
Former loanees, youth internationals among potential additions with upside this January
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The Battery’s brilliant Hartford comeback | Best Games of 2023
By USLChampionship.com Staff 12/22/2023, 9:00am EST
Seven-goal thriller was highlighted by one of the goals of the season in second-half stoppage time
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15 Games to circle now in the 2024 USL Championship Season
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 12/18/2023, 12:30pm EST
New and renewed rivalries, postseason rematches, and some intriguing storylines highlight the new campaign
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How Nick Sakiewicz and Brendan Burke aim to make Hartford Athletic a winner
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 12/12/2023, 3:00pm EST
Newly-appointed Head Coach returns home to northeast to team with another major turnaround in mind
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How the Rhode Island-Hartford rivalry blew up after Open Cup elimination
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/19/2024, 2:44pm EDT
New England club’s barbs on social media after the other’s defeat in midweek is a harbinger of what’s to come on the field
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By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/19/2024, 1:30pm EDT
How might the extra rest benefit teams awaiting their Open Cup kickoff, plus why Republic FC needs to tighten its hold on points
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By USLChampionship.com Staff 04/18/2024, 11:55am EDT
Mike Watts and Devon Kerr look back on a big victory for the Charleston Battery, and the struggles at El Paso Locomotive FC
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By NICHOLAS MURRAY - nicholas.murray@uslsoccer.com 04/18/2024, 11:30am EDT
Enzo Martinez sits in a class of his own among league’s creators, who’ve been first names on the team list in the past two seasons?
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USL Championship Save of the Week – Week 6
By USLChampionship.com Staff 04/16/2024, 4:00pm EDT
Sharp reflexes were on show across the Championship this past week, which one gets your vote?
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USL Championship Team of the Week – Week 6
By USLChampionship.com Staff 04/16/2024, 2:30pm EDT
Charleston Battery’s Nick Markanich earns Player of the Week award after three goals, one assist in wins vs. Louisville, Indy
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