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News broke last week that the EPSL is expanding far from its northeast roots into the deep south. The article delves into the reasons why this is a good thing for players, clubs, and especially the EPSL.
by John Howard-Fusco
Read MoreOnce again our favorite writers, podcasters, and comrades in soccer arms have selected the games they will for sure be paying attention to and think you ought to as well. Ben Brannigan brings us UPSL Playoffs from Texas; Josh Duder also gets stuck into some UPSL Playoffs and looks at Oregon, NorCal, and OK-AR divisions; Dan Vaughn and Danielle Gawronski from the Super Show take on the USL Super League; Chris Walker from THE C looks at the USL Championship Final; and Michael Battista introduces us to the Maryland Super Soccer League Fall Final and he also peeks at the UPSL playoffs up in Seattle.
by Protagonist Staff
Read MoreWe have a new queen of the USL Super League table, with Brooklyn winning a decisive match over DC Power. Carolina stumbles for the first time and so much more in the Sync!
by Dan Vaughn
Read MoreIn the penultimate round of qualifying, Chicago House took one step closer to qualifying for another year in the US Open Cup. Wisloka Chicago would prove to be a formidable opponent and it took the entire 90 for House to find a winner, 2-1.
by Adnan Bašić
Read MoreAfter multiple seasons of shedding its strongest teams, NISA faces its bleakest offseason. After banning the regular season champion and propping up multiple clubs, can the league convince more investors to sign on or is 2024 the closing chapter for NISA?
by Dan Creel
Read MoreCarolina remains undefeated with ANOTHER draw, 6 if your counting. While Lexington chokes away what should have been an easy win. All the action in the Super League recapped and ready for you.
by Dan Vaughn
Read MoreThis week our writers, podcasters, and good friends of the site tell you what games they are attending, watching, or streaming then tell you why you should too! We have Ben Brannigan checking out the Metroplex Premier League; Michael Battista introducing us to the Eastern Pennsylvania Soccer Association Robert M O'Neill Amateur Cup; Jon Hunt keeping us up with Lou City in the USL Championship Playoffs; Chris Walker in New Mexico attending United in the USL; Josh Duder watching USL League One Semifinals. So, Let’s get stuck in!
by Protagonist Staff
Read MoreSince coming to Tampa Bay, Cal Jennings has been the focal point of their attack. Last week, he scored and helped lead the Rowdies past Detroit City in the first round of the USL Championship playoffs. Cal sat down and discussed his form, the team’s success, and their road warrior approach to their second-round matchup with Charleston Battery this week.
by Dan Vaughn
This is the first in a series of articles, presented in partnership with the US Open Cup, to promote the history of the best competition in the country. Andy Atuegbu was born in Nigeria, but put a massive stamp on American soccer in the 70s and 80s, including the US Open Cup.
by Charles Cuttone and Jonah Fontella
Read MoreSeveral months ago, Dan Creel spoke with an anonymous player who played in NISA for Club De Leon. The player gave his perspective on the league, the club he played for, and offered a perspective not often heard.
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