Sara and Matt are back to recap a busy end-of-April slate that saw the Colorado Rapids face off against Lionel Messi & Inter Miami CF in the 2nd largest attended MLS match ever, away games against Vancouver Whitecaps & Houston Dynamo, and recount that epic Lamar Hunt US Open Cup match against the Colorado Springs Switchbacks.

Takeaways

• Remembering the impact of dedicated supporters like Ryan Sabin
• The Rapids' mid-season slump and the need to improve depth for playoff aspirations Playoff positioning is crucial for the Rapids
• Open Cup games and unexpected matchups add excitement to the league
• The future of the Vancouver Whitecaps is uncertain
• The match preview against St. Louis is anticipated
• International Workers Day and union support are important

Chapters

• 00:00 Remembering Ryan Sabin
• 06:26 Houston Recap and Open Cup Journey
• 11:53 Recap of Miami and LAFC Games
• 21:20 Vancouver Whitecaps Match and Season Analysis
• 31:43 Mid-Season Slump and Playoff Aspirations
• 41:48 Save the Caps: Vancouver Whitecaps' Future
• 49:44 Match Preview: Rapids vs. St. Louis
• 59:24 International Workers Day and Union Shoutout

Note: Intro Audio from Matt Wells post-game press conference, 05/02/2026. Thanks to Matt Pollard & Burgundy Wave for the second half audio.

On this episode of Summit Up, Kali & Hallie break down Denver Summit FC’s matchup against the San Diego Wave—diving into key moments, standout performances, and what the result means moving forward.

We also bring you exclusive post-match insights straight from the source, featuring interviews with both head coaches, Jonas Eidevall (San Diego Wave) and Nick Cushing (Denver Summit FC), as well as players from both sides. Hear from Summit’s own Tash Flint and Yazmeen Ryan as they reflect on the match, plus perspectives from San Diego’s Kennedy Wesley and Mimi Van Zanten on how the Wave approached the game.

From tactical takeaways to player reactions, this episode delivers a full 360° view of the match you won’t get anywhere else.



Tune in for analysis, behind-the-scenes access, and everything you need to stay connected to Denver Summit FC.

Summit Up: A Denver Summit FC Podcast | USWNT vs Japan Breakdown, Press Room Interviews & Fan Reactions



While Denver Summit FC is on break, hosts Kali, Matt, and Hallie break down the USWNT vs Japan matchup, highlighting key moments, tactical takeaways, and standout player performances for the U.S. Women’s National Team.



The episode also features exclusive behind-the-scenes press room insights with Lindsey Heaps (OL Lyonnes)(Denver Summit FC), Sophia Wilson (Portland Thorns), Kennedy Wesley (San Deigo Wave), and Rose Lavelle (Gotham FC), along with commentary from head coach Emma Hayes.



Plus, hear fan interviews from halftime, giving you the real-time pulse of the crowd and adding to the full matchday experience.



If you're looking for USWNT analysis, women’s soccer coverage, player interviews, and Denver Summit FC updates, this episode has everything you need to stay in the game.