Pitch Pass - Soccer Podcast

D.C. United General Manager Dave Kasper joins Roche to discuss DCU's eventful offseason. D.C. United is in a different reality now and Kasper explains what that means for the club in its negotiations with clubs in South America and throughout the world, how Loudoun United fits into the club's infrastructure, what it means for the Academy, and Dane Murphy's role in all of it. Plus, some updates on the training center in Leesburg and some roster news. Listen and subscribe! Follow on X @PitchPass

Pitch Pass is back for a new MLS season! The Athletic's Pablo Maurer joins Roche in studio to go over a quietly eventful D.C. United offseason that included a new brodcast deal, contract negotiations with two key attackers, a Wayne Rooney kerfuffle, and more. Plus, what DIDN'T happen this offseason at Audi Field. Follow on X @PitchPass

D.C. United and Houston Dynamo legend Bobby Boswell joins Roche to discuss leg 2 of this round of the MLS Cup Playoffs. Boswell gives his thoughts on why having the home match first is an advantage, the pressure Atlanta United players are constantly under, and how much stock to put in year end awards. He also discusses the upcoming CBA, what issues should and should not be important to the players, how involved foreign players are in the union, and why players like Brandon Vincent retire so early. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!Follow on X @PitchPass

The MLS Cup Playoffs are here! A preview of the Knockout Round match between D.C. United and Columbus Crew features Columbus Dispatch reporter, Andrew Erickson on #SavedTheCrew, the future of soccer in Columbus and Austin, winners and losers in the #SaveTheCrew drama, and if Crew SC has a chance against DCU. Then, Crew SC FW (and former D.C. United man) Patrick Mullins joins Roche to discuss how a player gains confidence (and form), Gregg Berhalter's coaching style, his time with DCU, and early morning wake up callsFollow on X @PitchPass

D.C. United MF (and homegrown talent) Chris Durkin discusses his absence from the USMYNT U-20 squad, his growth during the season, his broken nose, his passing vision, and more. Then, ESPN's Sebastian "Hot Take Sebi" Salazar joins Roche to marvel at DCU's turnaround, their playoff chances, the future of Lucho Acosta, the rise of hot takes in sports, and more. Follow on X @PitchPass

Two legends of D.C. United join Roche to share some memories and stories of RFK Stadium. Bobby Boswell and Chris Pontius give some career highlights on the field and tell Roche some of the strange things associated with working daily at RFK.Follow on X @PitchPass

Roche is joined by ESPN's Sebastian Salazar to discuss D.C. United's new stadium, Audi Field, the debut of global superstar, Wayne Rooney, and the supporters' groups controversy and how divisive it has become for all the fans of the club.Follow on X @PitchPass

MF Russell Canouse on his bond with Wayne Rooney, the injury that wiped out the first half of his season, his guitar playing ability, and his Spanish lessons.Follow on X @PitchPass

This week, D.C. United announced their Pathway 2 Pro initiative. Journalist Charles Boehm joins Roche to discuss what P2P is, how it will work, and what it means for the D.C. United Academy and youth soccer in the DMV. Then, DCU Academy grad Jalen Robinson discusses his path from the Academy to the first team.Follow on X @PitchPass

It's been a long road back for D.C. United's longest tenured player. But Nick DeLeon is back and ready to contribute to DCU's playoff push. Nick talks about his journey to get back on the pitch and the self pity that crept in. He also shares his excitement about playing at Audi Field, with Wayne Rooney, and the opportunity to jump into the attack from his RB position.Follow on X @PitchPass

We coach Thomas Rongen about MLS Cup Playoffs, the 4-3-3 formation in MLS (great insight here), Freddy Adu's future and much more. Don't miss this one.Follow on X @PitchPass

MLS Cup Preview Edition: We talk to Portland Timbers midfielder Diego Valeri about his playoff beard, trash talking with Federico Higuain, craft beer drinker and MLS Cup. In the second segment, CSN-Washington anchor and reporter Sebastian Salazar joins us to breakdown MLS Cup. Don't miss this one!Follow on X @PitchPass

Columbus Crew SC winger Ethan Finlay calls in to talk about his Eye Of The Tiger compression shorts, his acting and directing skills, NY Red Bulls and more.Follow on X @PitchPass

"Defense wins championships," goes the old saying. So this week we spoke to a pair of key defensive players. In the first segment we tak to Montreal Impact Goalkeeper Evan Bush about his teams playoff run, Drogba, and his route to MLS. Then we discuss Fantasy Football, books, and more with Vancouver Whitecaps defender Tim Parker.Follow on X @PitchPass

D.C. United midfielder Chris Pontius discuss his Knockout Round goal, injury status, and ... golf! In the second segment Sounders executive Garth Lagerwey talks about his official title, soccer analytics, and more.Follow on X @PitchPass

Toronto FC forward Herculez Gomez calls in to talk about his return to MLS, his baby announcement, professional athletes on Twitter, and much more. Don't miss this one.Follow on X @PitchPass

TorontoFC and Canada National Team columnist Kurtis Larson calls in to talk about TFC's playoff chances and the Canadian National Team. In the second segment, we talk to FC Dallas defender about his FIFA 16 rating, FC Dallas' current form and his Canadian citizenship.Follow on X @PitchPass

Orlando City SC forward discusses playing against Drogba and with Kaka. He also talks about his outstanding rookie season ... and the best places to shop in Orlando.Follow on X @PitchPass

Jonathan Tannenwald of Philly.com checks in to discuss the upcoming Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Final.Follow on X @PitchPass

We go around the league and talk USA-MEX with CSN anchor, Sebastian Salazar.Follow on X @PitchPass