NISA: Week 1
Week One has come and gone in NISA and we had 9 goals in 2 matches! One result was expected, the other a bit of a shocker. Here’s a recap of both matches.
by Dan Vaughn
Read MoreKyle Adams: Louisville Legacy
Kyle Adams came to the States from New Zealand almost a decade ago and since he’s carved out a place in the USL Championship as one of the best defenders in the league. Currently the captain for Louisville City, he sat down with Protagonist Soccer to talk about his path to the States, his perspective on the American sport, and his hopes for Louisville this year.
by Dan Vaughn
Read MoreUSL Championship's Historic Broadcast
Tomorrow, USL Championship will make it’s national broadcast debut on CBS, as Louisville City hosts Indy Eleven. It’s a big deal for USL and USL Championship senior vice president Jeremy Alumbaugh sat down with Protagonist Soccer to talk about the significance of the match.
by Dan Vaughn
Read MoreProtagonist Picks 'Em - April 5th - 10th
Inside, outside, cup bound and down - we have soccer from the UPSL, USL Championship, USL League One, Metroplex Premier League, Major Arena Soccer League, NISA, ASL, San Francisco Soccer Football League and the First Round of the USASA Amateur Cup. I mean, if you loved watching the Open Cup midweek, and let’s be honest, the only folks who didn’t are water-carrying curmudgeons, then let’s get stuck in for these teams we love and the league they play in!
by Protagonist Staff
Read MoreRound 3 USOC Matchups
Round 2 of the US Open Cup ended with a bang last night and today we watched the draw for Round 3 matchups. This year has been a fun one in the competition and the party adds USL Championship in this round!
by Dan Vaughn
Read MoreWe Ride: Day One of Round 2 of the USOC
It was another amazing day in the US Open Cup with plenty for lower league soccer fans to get excited about. Dan reviews the action of the country’s best competition.
by Dan Vaughn
Read MoreCircle the Date: 2024 US Open Cup, Round Two
The 2024 US Open is back at it this week with Round Two Proper and some of our very favorite teams are involved! We cover all 16 fixtures in this installation of the USOC Circle the Date and look at the matchups involving NPSL, UPSL, USL League One, NISA, MLSNP and anywhere else in between - Let’s get stuck in!
by Protagonist Staff and Guest Contributors
Read MoreUnder the Lights: FC Arcadia
Andy Aguilar founded FC Arcadia with the goal of creating a connection with the community and getting people together basically to share their love for soccer. Learn more about them, Under the Lights.
Read MoreProtagonist Picks 'Em - March 29th - 31st
We’re just getting started, as USL League One and USL Championship wander into matchweek three, UPSL and Metroplex Premier League also getting underway for the season! However, the indoor leagues are wrapping up their regular seasons and gearing up for their playoffs - take a look at the MASL and MISL games picked out for the week. Let’s Get Stuck In!
by Protagonist Staff
Read MoreBouncing Back: Abdul Kooistra's Return to Maryland Bobcats
After an injury, surgery, and rehabilitation, Abdul Kooistra is ready to lead the Maryland Bobcats’ defense in this year’s NISA regular season. He discusses his path to health, his expectations for the club this year, and how he plans to find his confidence.
by Dan Vaughn
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