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In this week's episode of Rivercity93, we invite Jason Weintraub of League 1 Fun to help us understand COVID impact on the league and much more This past week for the Richmond Kickers was a bombshell one as one Conor Shanosky stepped away from the club. In this episode of Rivercity 93, Conor Shanosky sits down with us and explains his sudden departure and what is next for him. We chat with Conor about his playing career in MLS and why the 2013 team might be his favorite of all time.  With Conor being a seasoned vet of the game we also ask him for his experience in USL and how things have changed over time.  Having played at various levels of US Soccer, Conor tells us some of the highs and lows of each level.  Finally, we get Conor to tell what he will miss most about playing in Richmond. Sponsors: The Beautiful Game Network Ruffneck Scarves For The Culture Icarus FC Shop  RiverCity93 launched in 2019 covering all things Richmond Kickers from USL League One.  Both of whom are members of the Richmo

In this week's episode of Rivercity93, we invite Jason Weintraub of League 1 Fun to help us understand COVID impact on the league and much more With all the craziness going on in the world and sports, we brought in Jason Weintraub of League 1 Fun to help us understand what is going on. In this episode of Rivercity 93, we comb through USL rules of COVID, why the Kickers have not been able to play, and much more. With Covid-19 affecting our game against FT. Lauderdale, we turn our attention to the Henny Derby. With the help Jason we also make sense of this week's Power Rankings and what teams are being disrespected a little too much. Jason as always brings the spicy takes as he drops some big news on the pod. Also, we breakdown what needs to happen in the Henny Derby for Richmond to pull out victorious. Sponsors: The Beautiful Game Network Ruffneck Scarves For The Culture Icarus FC Shop  RiverCity93 launched in 2019 covering all things Richmond Kickers from USL League One.  Both of whom are member

In this week's episode of Rivercity93, we breakdown all the soccer, as we review this week's past games and the upcoming Henny Derby With a game happening mid-week, The Richmond Kickers faced tough opposition and familiar face in our game versus Tormenta FC.  After the game, we broke down what needs to be fixed in the midfield and what are the next steps in the system. From watching this game, we were able to pick up on which have solidified their spot in the starting XI. With Covid-19 affecting our game against FT. Lauderdale, we turn our attention to the Henny Derby.   In the second part, we have Kyle Carr of the Forward Backwards Podcast join us to get ready for the Henny Derby. Kyle joins the crew to bring down the Mingos and what to expect from the birds. We go over the most unique field in lower league soccer and much more! Sponsors: The Beautiful Game Network Ruffneck Scarves For The Culture Icarus FC Shop  RiverCity93 launched in 2019 covering all things Richmond Kic

In this week's episode of Rivercity93, we breakdown The Richmond Kickers'  first game back against the Greenville Triumph. Soccer is finally back for our boys in red and oh boy was this game interesting! The Richmond Kickers will officially kick-off the 2020 season after 279 days off against the Greenville Triumph. The crew sat down after the game to give an in-depth preview of what exactly happened against Greenville Triumph as mistakes reared its ugly head. We make sure to bring up the positive moments as well as the Kickers fighting back to get into this game.  Also included in this podcast, we let know what to expect from South Georgia Tormenta, and why certain players might have missed out on the first game. Sponsors: The Beautiful Game Network Ruffneck Scarves For The Culture Icarus FC Shop  RiverCity93 launched in 2019 covering all things Richmond Kickers from USL League One.  Both of whom are members of the Richmond Kickers' supporters group the River City Red Army. The podcast focuses on

On this week's episode of Rivercity93, we breakdown our first game of the 2020 season against the Greenville Triumph We had to check our notes to make sure that this is our first game back and it is! On 7/21/2020 The Richmond Kickers will officially kick-off the 2020 season after 279 days off against the Greenville Triumph. The crew sits down to give an in-depth preview of what to expect against Greenville Triumph as players to watch out for like Dallas Jaye. From watching Greenville Triumph's first game of the season against Ft. Lauderdale CF, we point how they played and what Ft. Lauderdale somewhat got right in the game. Also included in this podcast, we let know which players for the Richmond Kickers to look out for this season.  One of the biggest questions around the team is how to judge Head Coach Darren Sawatzky on his first year in Richmond. Sponsors: The Beautiful Game Network Ruffneck Scarves For The Culture Icarus FC Shop  RiverCity93 launched in 2019 covering all things

Today we bring you an extra-pod while The Crew has a sit-down interview with Mr. Rod Underwood. Rod Underwood is a very established coach in Us Soccer having sent time various coaching locations.  Can I Kick it is a brand new podcast built on telling the stories of Black athletes, coaches, and owners that have impacted the game of soccer on and off the pitch. With all the wonderful footballers from Africa, Europe, The Caribbeans, and The Americas, it is shocking to see that no one has made a podcast dedicated to them. each episode breaks down the career path of each person and focuses on their impact. Follow the show on Twitter at @rivercity93 or on Instagram @rivercity93. And make sure to subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast service using the links in the audio player above. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Support this po

In this weeks episode of Rivercity 93, we joined by the Vice President of USL Mr. Ryan Madden For this podcast, we are joined by Ryan Madden of League 1 to discuss how USL will be looking when they return to play in July. Ryan and I discuss how this extended break due to COVID-19 will have an impact on teams looking to join USL. We also go over the expansion process and how USL might be looking to get into the women's game. During the conversation, we talk about how USL gave a platform to their players to express themselves and what steps are being taken going forward. Ryan explains how USL will not stop players from expressing themselves and they looking for ways to support. Sponsors: The Beautiful Game Network Ruffneck Scarves For The Culture Icarus FC Shop  RiverCity93 launched in 2019 covering all things Richmond Kickers from USL League One.  Both of whom are members of the Richmond Kickers' supporters group the River City Red Army. The podcast focuses on game analysis, interviews wi

In this week's episode of Rivercity 93, we are joined by Richmond Kicker's fullback  Devante Dubose Joining The Crew on this week's podcast is the coolest players in the game Richmond Kickers very own Mr. Devante Dubose. In this episode we cover a whole range of topics starting off with how he fell in love with the game of soccer. In addition to Devante talking about his playing career starting off at Virginia Tech, he doesn't forget his roots as he talks about his experience playing with Didier Drogba in Phoniex. Since joining the Richmond Kickers Devante talks about how he is adjusting to life and to a new club.  Since USL League 1 has been shut down due to Covid-19, Devante gives us a little insight into how the team is dealing with it. Before you listened to this podcast you heard a sneak into our newest podcast entitled "Can I kick it". This new podcast will be focusing on players of African descent that have impacted the world of soccer and those around them. Sponsors: The Beautiful Game Network Ruf

In this weeks episode of Rivercity 93, we do a tactical rewatch of the Richmond Kickers 6-1 win over crosstown rival RVA FC The Crew came together and decided to do a tactical rewatch of the Richmond Kickers thrashing win over RVA FC in the first-ever game between the two clubs . Entering into this game both teams were coming off very successful seasons as both teams were coming off championship seasons. In this show, we take a close look at how the mindset of both RVA FC and The Richmond Kickers determined the outcome of this game before kickoff. We cover the origins of the derby and how things might have played out IF RVA FC stuck around. We also discuss could Sportbackers ever work as the Kickers stadium and much more. Sponsors: The Beautiful Game Network Ruffneck Scarves For The Culture Icarus FC Shop  Link to the game on youtube  RiverCity93 launched in 2019 covering all things Richmond Kickers from USL League One.  Both of whom are members of the Richmond Kickers' supporters g

In this weeks episode of Rivercity 93, we joined by 1/2 of USL League 1 fun podcast Mr. Ira Jersey For this podcast, we are joined by Ira Jersey of USL League 1 to discuss the impact of COVID-19 will have on lower league soccer. Ira and I discuss how this extended break due to COVID-19 will have an impact on teams looking to join USL. We also go over the potential chances that some teams might move down a division due and what impact that would have. We also have the pleasure of having Ira drop the hint to his new USL League 2 team. Ira goes over the process of creating a team from scratch and obstacles that come with it. Sponsors: The Beautiful Game Network Ruffneck Scarves For The Culture Icarus FC Shop  RiverCity93 launched in 2019 covering all things Richmond Kickers from USL League One.  Both of whom are members of the Richmond Kickers' supporters group the River City Red Army. The podcast focuses on game analysis, interviews with players and front office personnel, club history, an

In this weeks episode of Rivercity 93, we do a tactical rewatch of the Richmond Kickers 2-1 win Sacramento FC The Crew sat down (over the phone) and decided to do a tactical rewatch of the Richmond Kickers 2-1 win over Sacramento Republic FC in 2014. In this show, we take a close look at how the Republic and the Kickers both set up for this game and the mindset they had going into it. We start the show off by breaking down how the Republic set up to apply pressure in the middle. The Richmond Kickers backline is the strongest group as they saved multiple chances and set up a few chances. Sponsors: The Beautiful Game Network Ruffneck Scarves For The Culture Icarus FC Shop  Link to the game on youtube  RiverCity93 launched in 2019 covering all things Richmond Kickers from USL League One.  Both of whom are members of the Richmond Kickers' supporters group the River City Red Army. The podcast focuses on game analysis, interviews with players and front office personnel, club history, and much

On this weeks' episode of Rivercity 93, we decide to bring the tailgate to you as we reached out to of the supporters for The Richmond Kickers This past Saturday felt odd as we were supposed to be getting ready for the Henny Derby against Forward Madison. Although we could not physically meet up with our fellow supporters because of social distancing. Here on Rivercity 93, we still wanted to bring you a sense of what makes them the heartbeat of the Kickers. We are bringing you the story of how the Rivercity Red Army was created and how smoke is stable in the stands. In this episode, we bring you some unique stories from supports and how to perfectly spend one's birthday. Sponsors: The Beautiful Game Network Ruffneck Scarves For The Culture Icarus FC Shop  RiverCity93 launched in 2019 covering all things Richmond Kickers from USL League One.  Both of whom are members of the Richmond Kickers' supporters group the River City Red Army. The podcast focuses on game analysis, interviews with player

In this weeks episode of Rivercity 93, we do a tactical rewatch of the Richmond Kickers 2-0 over Swansea City With Covid-19 impacting the world right now, we decided to give our listeners a mental break by jumping back in the way back machine to look back at classic Richmond Kickers games. Today we go back and rewatch the Richmond Kickers 2-0 win in a preseason friendly against Swansea City. The Crew takes a look at how Swansea City and the Richmond Kickers both set up for this game and the mindset they had going into it. In this game, we point out what players stood out for good and bad reasons, some legends of the game and much more! Sponsors: The Beautiful Game Network Ruffneck Scarves For The Culture Icarus FC Shop  RiverCity93 launched in 2019 covering all things Richmond Kickers from USL League One.  Both of whom are members of the Richmond Kickers' supporters group the River City Red Army. The podcast focuses on game analysis, interviews with players and front office personnel, club his

In this week's episode of Rivercity 93,  The Crew breaks down the new roster for the Richmond Kickers and the biggest what-ifs of this upcoming season. In this week's episode of Rivercity 93, we take a crack at breaking down the roster and what would have been the start of Richmond Kickers season. We dive deep into player breakdowns of each of the new signees of the Kickers. At the same time how each player will fit into the team and what will be the team go to. We discuss the impact that league closing until April at least have on lower league soccer. The Crew also looks into the newest kits that Richmond Kickers dropped and what time in USL League might have a better kit. Sponsors: The Beautiful Game Network Ruffneck Scarves For The Culture Icarus FC Shop  RiverCity93 launched in 2019 covering all things Richmond Kickers from USL League One.  Both of whom are members of the Richmond Kickers' supporters group the River City Red Army. The podcast focuses on game analysis, interviews

In this week's episode of Rivercity 93,  The Crew invites by Richmond Kickers' newest signing Kyle Venter to join us. The Richmond Kickers are counting down the days until they play Forward Madison FC, so we invited the newest signing Kyle Venter to join us on the podcast to talk about his playing career and is one of the star signings this offseason. Kyle Venter joins us from Tucson as he looks to add his leadership abilities to help stabilize our backline. We talk to Venter about being an MLS Cup winner as a rookie, why Ottawa, Canada is truly his second home, and what he loves to do in his off time. Sponsors: The Beautiful Game Network Ruffneck Scarves For The Culture Icarus FC Shop  RiverCity93 launched in 2019 covering all things Richmond Kickers from USL League One.  Both of whom are members of the Richmond Kickers' supporters group the River City Red Army. The podcast focuses on game analysis, interviews with players and front office personnel, club history, and much more! Follow t

Before the season kicks off, we invited Richmond Kickers' very own Scott Thomsen to join us on the show. We cover what makes Thomsen unique as a player and as a future coach.  In this interview, you will find out what makes him unique as a player and the process of earning your coaching badges. In the second part of the interview, we learn about how the team is adjusting to a new head coach and what players we need to keep an eye on. SPONSORS: BGN.fm Ruffneck Scarves  Icarus FC Shop  RiverCity93 launched in 2019 covering all things Richmond Kickers from USL League One.  Both of whom are members of the Richmond Kickers' supporters group the River City Red Army. The podcast focuses on game analysis, interviews with players and front office personnel, club history, and much more! Follow the show on Twitter at @rivercity93 or on Instagram @rivercity93. And make sure to subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast service using the links in the audio player above. --- Support this p

The Crew welcomes our friends from the soccer podcast in town The Total Soccer Show.  As we wrap up our in-depth look into the 95 US Open Cup and the game that made the club famous in the early years of US Soccer.  In this episode, we break down the Kicker's extra-time win in the finals cup over the El Paso Patriots. With the help of The Total Soccer Show, we break down how tactical trends in soccer are far different from today's game, how announcers had a misinformed lineup, to the 90's tv graphics, to even Rob Ukrop glorious hair. REFERENCES  95 US Open Cup Game   US Open Cup History  Article on the 95 US Open Cup Team SPONSPORS  BGN.fm Ruffneck Scarves  Icarus FC Shop  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rc93/support

This week The Crew has a sit-down chat with Brian Kamler the Head Coach of the Green Bay Voyageurs. We go over his playing career here in Richmond and MLS, why is such a big Disney fan, How was the role of being a Director of soccer for an MLS team and much more.  This episode is sponsored by:  BGN.FM Ruffneck Scarves  and For The Culture  This podcast focuses on the Richmond Kickers on USL League 1 and all things soccer in the River City --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rc93/support

Another episode in the Docu-podcast to help get past the Offseason. In Episode 2, The Crew has a sit-down chat with Mr. Rob Ukrop of the Owner of the Richmond Kickers about his playing career.  Mr. Ukrop is known by some as "Mr. Kicker" as he has not only played for the club but is now an owner for the club.  Mr. Ukrop has played for The  Richmond Kickers, Ft. Lauderdale Strikers, and New England Revolution. Mr. Ukrop also holds the Records at time of his retirement for career goals (70), career assists (30), career points (170) and matches (231)  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rc93/support

Hopefully, you are enjoying the off-season as much as we are! To help you get the slow news of the off-season The Crew decided to start a Docu-podcast series that will cover the History of the Richmond Kickers with Famous Players, Coaches, and Moments of the club history. In Episode 1, we sit down with Rachel and Helen Viollet, the wife and daughter of famous Richmond Kicker Head Coach Dennis Viollet. Dennis Viollet was a member of Sir Matt Busby Babes and went on to score 179 goals for Manchester United which lands him fourth in United History for most goals all-time. Mr. Viollet spent most of his coaching career in Jacksonville, Florida as being the Head Coach of the Jacksonville Tea Men and then The University of Jacksonville. However, for two seasons in 1995, Mr. Viollet led the Richmond Kickers to the double, winning the US Open Cup trophy and The  USISL Premier League. He would return to Jacksonville to coach the Jacksonville Cyclones before his unfortunate death from cancer on March 6th, 1999. In 2010,