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The NISA Championship proved to be everything we expected over the weekend: a clash of styles, a close match, a battle of competing philosophies. For Chris Dungey the experience of being there was a parade of sensory data that ended with a champion crowned.
by Chris Dungey
Read MoreWith the NISA final tomorrow, NISA media day was held from Michigan. Coaches and players from Michigan Stars and Albion San Diego responded to questions from media. Commissioner Prutch also participated.
by Dan Vaughn
Read MoreNISA group play is over and the top 4 clubs are headed into Wednesday’s seminal matchups. While it’s fun to look forward, looking back can reveal some interesting lessons that shouldn’t be ignored.
By Dan Vaughn
Read MoreIt’s the final weekend of NISA with everything to play for…I guess? This weekend will be big for several clubs who are finishing their campaign. Final seeding is on the line, we look at the matches.
By John Howard-Fusco
Read MoreTwo “regional rivalries” this weekend with New Amsterdam hosting NY Cosmos and Detroit City FC visiting Michigan Stars. John breaks down this weekend’s matchups in NISA. Oh, and don’t you dare call it a derby.
By John Howard-Fusco
Read MoreThree matches into a 13 match season, the NISA Fall leg is already a quarter through. With so little time remaining, every match counts. Which matches will be pivotal, Dan takes a look at the calendar and picks three.
By Dan Vaughn
Read MoreWeek 2 of the NISA Fall season is upon us! DCFC hosts CFC and Cosmos welcome the visiting 1-0 Michigan Stars. Who has the most to win and lose in week 2? We look the matches over for you.
By John Howard-Fusco
Read MoreThe Fall opener was an exciting match that wasn’t settled until the 88th minute. Sure, the Stars won, but there’s an argument that their win was a massive win for the league overall.
By Dan Vaughn
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