Matt Langone is joined by Matt Doherty and Pat Donnelly to discuss the current high school soccer season, providing a mid-season check-in on MIAA boys' and girls' teams. The conversation covers early impressions, standout teams, and players, as well as the impact of the MIAA power rankings system. The hosts also share their bold predictions for the rest of the season. Additionally, the episode features a fun segment of 'Overrated or Underrated,' focusing on soccer traditions such as suits for managers, half-and-half scarves, and club mascots.

Topics

00:45 Weather Talk and Fall Vibes

02:28 High School Soccer Mid-Season Check-In

02:48 MIAA Boys Soccer Insights

04:21 MIAA Girls Soccer Insights

06:28 Power Rankings Discussion

11:27 Surprise Teams and Performances

16:54 High-Level Club Players in High School Soccer

20:21 Bold Predictions for the Season

20:32 Newton South's Impressive Comeback

21:40 Natick's Potential to Win Out

22:56 Underrated Teams to Watch

23:15 Disclaimer and Final Thoughts

24:16 Extra Time with Producer David Yaz

25:21 Overrated or Underrated: Soccer Traditions

35:11 Wrapping Up the Show

Matt Doherty is joined by NEPSAC experts Matt Langone and Mike Zhe to discuss the state of high school soccer as of October 1st. They review surprising performances, key matchups, and standout players from September, and preview what to expect in October. The discussion covers both boys and girls teams, highlighting notable results, emerging contenders, and impactful players. The episode concludes with a light-hearted 'Overrated or Underrated' segment on various soccer-related topics.

Topics

00:28 Season Overview and Surprises

02:36 Albany Showcase Insights

03:50 Top Teams and Key Matches

06:33 Founders League Breakdown

14:01 ISL Teams to Watch

16:33 Standout Players in NEPSAC

18:26 Highlighting Top Young Talent

18:55 Standout Female Players

20:20 Addressing Reader Concerns

22:38 Extra Time: Overrated or Underrated

26:11 Flopping in Soccer: Crisis or Not?

29:29 The Impact of Tifo Displays

31:51 Wrapping Up and Looking Ahead

Matt Langone and NESJ writer Matt Doherty interview Nico Calabria, the captain of the U.S. Men's National Amputee Soccer Team. Nico shares his journey growing up playing soccer on crutches, his rapid rise in amputee soccer, and his global experiences, including climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. They discuss the development and challenges of amputee soccer in the U.S., the growth of the sport, and upcoming competitions. The episode also includes a lively extra-time segment with soccer memories and favorite moments.

Topics

00:40 Meet Nico Calabria: Captain of the US Amputee Soccer Team

01:05 Nico's Early Soccer Journey

02:38 Challenges and Triumphs in High School Soccer

04:38 Understanding Amputee Soccer

06:20 Nico's Transition to Amputee Soccer

07:39 Pathway to the National Team

11:09 Building Amputee Soccer in the US

19:15 Climbing Mountains: Nico's Other Adventures

21:43 Future Vision for Amputee Soccer

24:57 Unexpected Moments in Soccer

25:10 Challenges and Aspirations of the Team

26:14 Extra Time with David Yaz

27:13 First Soccer Memories

30:34 Memorable Soccer Chants

32:35 Incredible Soccer Plays

36:50 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts