Third Half Podcast: Fort Lauderdale United hits the men's pro side, Detroit City stadium update, "King Kenny" retires, Rhode Island and Lexington TV deals and much more

Fort Lauderdale Men’s Team News* League 1 or First Division?* Can it work (the dichotomy between Louisville City and Lexington)* Is this a message to Miami FC to get their house in order or be left behind?* Age old debate: Is Fort Lauderdale or Miami the better location for a top division club in South Florida? * Can USL create multiple club derbies in major markets and ditch territorial rights? Detroit Free Press reporting Detroit City has approval, and will receive reimbursement for removing hospital on stadium site. Scheduled for August. 5.9 million for 21 years. Roster Moves we discuss:* Detroit City signs Sebastian Guenzatti (Former Cosmos/Rowdies/Indy Eleven)* At 33, can he be the piece that gets Detroit City goals? Came on for the final 26 minutes against Miami FC.* Loudoun United signs Ben Mines (Orange County, Colorado Springs, Miami, Indy)* Ben around, great utility player. A good fit and could seamlessly fit into this squad. Already has familiarity with Florian Valot.* If anyone can maximize his talent it’s Ryan Martin.* Loudoun United also signs Christian Sorto to 25-day contract.* Kicking the tires or serious about full season deal? (Ask Kartik about the use cases for these contracts).* Oakland Roots sign Swiss goalkeeper Raphael Spiegel* Reserve in England and Portugal. Most recently at Lausanne-Sport.* Not sure he starts and if he starts how much help he has in front of him.* Kenardo Forbes retirement prompts Kartik to wax lyrically about his career and impact. TV newsLexington to get 4 telecasts on local Fox 56.Rhode Island announce 5 games on RITV with Sean Saint Jaques and Marion Crowder the broadcast booth with other games on NESN alongside national broadcasts. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit beyondthe90.substack.com/subscribe