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The People's Pitch

The official podcast of 2018, 2019 and 2021 NPSL North Champions Minneapolis City Soccer Club. We cover all things City as well as dive in to happenings around the rest of the UPSL, NPSL, and lower-league soccer in general. Get to know the Crows!Want us to answer your burning questions on the show? Email us at [email protected] or leave us a message: https://anchor.fm/the-peoples-pitch/message

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    Ep. 282 - Tossed Salads and Scrambled (Crows) Eggs

    The Crows are in Seattle vying for the USL2 Central Conference Championship! We cover the big moments in the rounds of 32 & 16 that got us there and preview the Flint City Bucks.

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    Ep. 281 - Heartland Division Champions

    WE DID IT! Your Crows are Heartland Division Champions! We cover last week's action that got us here, look ahead to the USL2 playoffs and talk to Citizens head man Paul Smejkal about the supporter's group's favorite players and moments.

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    Ep. 280 - Rising to the Top

    That's SIX USL2 wins in a row and a playoff spot clinched. The boys recap games against Rochester and St. Croix and look ahead to crucial matchups that could put us on top.

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    Ep. 279 - Streaks

    A two victory week makes four in a row for the Crows. We recap the dubs against St. Croix and River Light, then look ahead to a tight playoff race.

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    Ep. 278 - Recapapalooza

    The ups and downs of a packed summer of soccer are here. We have recaps of FOUR games over SEVEN days.

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    Ep. 277 - Four Goals, Three Points

    The boys have a quick recap of the 4-0 victory against the 9-man Dutch Lions and a preview of this weekend's USL2 and Minnesota Super Cup action.

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    Ep. 276 - Big Bulldog Energy

    As the Drake contingent continues to keep the club undefeated against River Light, we look ahead to a tasty matchup againt the Dutch Lions. Plus, we cover the MC2 debut against Duluth FC.

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    Ep. 275 - RKC Behind, River Light Ahead

    We recap the 3-3 draw against RKC and look forward to the season's first away game at River Light FC. Plus, it's the weekend of the Big Friendly against an old foe.

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    Ep. 274 - Coach Tudor's Gameweek 1 Preview

    The 2025 season kickoff is upon us! Jon welcomes Coach Tudor and co-founder Dan Hoedeman to preview Matchweek 1 vs. RKC and talk about the coaching staff's approach and expectations this summer.

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    Ep. 273 - That New Roster Smell

    With only 10 days until the opener, we break down what we know about our USL2 Heartland Division opponents. Then we take a look at the finalized roster and excitedly fawn over the level of talent it holds.

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    Ep. 272 - Roy and the Boys

    The boys sit down with Futures Head Coach Josh Roy to reflect on his first year on the touchline and to look forward to the new direction for the Futures and MC2.

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    Ep. 271 - Talking to the Boss

    Club President Adam Pribyl is in the house, reflecting on one year leading the club and talking about the future of Minneapolis City and Minnesota soccer at large.

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    Ep. 270 - Holm Sweet Holm

    New Minneapolis City Sporting Director Casey Holm headlines the episode, giving us insight into how City is approaching player recruitment this year. Then we learn about some of the new faces lacing up their boots for the Crows.

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    Ep. 269 - The New New

    This episode is full of new content - we're talking about our new conference, new player signings and new options for our home kit. So much new!

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    Ep. 268 - Live in 2025

    Starting 2025 off right, with a rundown of the new Futures Winter League. We cover the schedule, coaches, training structure and talk to a couple of players. Plus, we make an introduction to all of the people that will be behind the scenes making the magic happed for Minneapolis City this year.

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    Ep. 267 - Futures Fall Achievers

    With Open Tryouts and Futures Trials coming up, we're dedicating this show to recognizing the achievements of our Futures players across their high school and MIAC (NCAA DIII) seasons.

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    Ep. 266 - USL2 Lookback

    A much-overdue review of the USL2 season that ushered in the Oliver/Flintham era. Plus, we check in on some Crows at college.

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    Ep. 265 - Remembering Keith Hoof

    To honor the passing of a great Minneapolis City fan, dad and friend, we're dedicating this episode to re-airing our chat with friend of the pod Keith Hoof.

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    Ep. 264 - UPSL 2024 Season Recap

    We recap the season for both the U21 and U19 teams. So much success! So many awards!

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    Ep. 263 - Finishing Strong

    What a week - that's two big wins to finish out the regular season! With two more on the horizon, the Crows organization seems to have hit its stride at the perfect time to compete for some hardware.

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    Ep. 262 - Unloading on the Loons

    After an effort north of the border that fell just short, the Crows refocused their efforts on advancing to the Minnesota Super Cup Finals. Meanwhile, the Futures U19 squad look to their first UPSL playoff game.

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    Ep. 261 Bust Out The Denim!

    Solo host alert this week with Nate off doing his family thing Jon recaps a statement win by the USL2 side, the Futures U19's setting themselves up for a trophy chase and Scott Menk and Dan Hoedeman join to talk about the upcoming 'Gene Party' to support the Mesonic Childrens Hospital. Get Involved!

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    Ep. 260 - Crow, Crow, Gray Duck

    Ahead of Pride Night, we welcome Ryan Adams to the show, the founder and managing director of the USA's largest LGBTQ+Allied soccer club, the Minnesota Gray Ducks.

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    Ep. 259 - 21s on Top

    While the USL2 side struggles with offense, there is no shortage across the UPSL squads as the U21s clinch the regular season title and the U19s make their own playoff push.

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    Ep. 258 - Chilling with 3 Points

    The guys break down another Crows shutout and another three points earned - this time against the reigning division champions. Plus, the U21s keep rolling while the U19s get tripped up by the Shako-Pele.

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    Ep. 257 - I Got 5 Matches On It

    Lots of news to cover across FIVE City games this week. From USL2 to UPSL Premier & Division 1, there are plenty of talking points to get you caught up and ready for June soccer.

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    Ep. 256 - What A Week

    From the USL2 opener to the UPSL Premier and Division 1, we have recaps and previews galore. BUT FIRST - reactions to the coaching staff shakeup.

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    Ep. 255 - Starting 2024 Strong

    The Club starts 2024 with a Super Cup W and momentum leading into the season opener at Bavarians. Meanwhile, the Futures are showing up strong against tough competition.

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    Ep. 254 - MN Super Cup Preview

    We recap the U19 squad's opening match and look ahead to a full slate of games this weekend, from the Minnesota Super Cup to U21 and U19 action. Full steam ahead!

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    Ep. 253 - Futures U19 Preview

    The season is about to kickoff for the Futures! We' preview the league and the Futures roster, and give our predictions for how this first summer goes for the mini-murder.

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    Ep. 252 - Winter League Wrapup

    We've got even more player announcements and we catch up on how the U21 and U19 Futures leagues ended up.

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    Ep. 251 - Offseason Countdown

    We're counting down the weeks until the season with more USL2 player announcements, MN Super Cup News and an update on the Futures league.

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    Ep. 250 - News From the USL2s

    We've got USL2 player announcements and a summer schedule breakdown for you, including three games each against two very different teams. Plus, we talk the tragedy that is the US Open Cup.

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    Ep. 249 - Max Is Back

    We turn the content up to maximum Kent, welcoming City's first signing of 2024: former Syracuse defender and NPSL supergiant, THE Max Kent.

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    Ep. 248 - Scotty Too Hotty

    We continue our introduction to the new staff of the Futures with Minneapolis City midfielder and U19 Coach Scotty Heinen.

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    Ep. 247 - The New Look Futures

    An episode all about the Minneapolis City Futures Program! What changes are in the cards for this year? What are the program's goals as they add a U19 side? We talk with Futures players and Coach Josh Roy to get the full picture.

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    Ep. 246 - Holiday Grab Bag

    It's winter break and not much is going on City-wise, so we can focus some consternation on the developments at the other Bird team across the river.

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    Ep. 245 - AO Abroad

    We talk to Minneapolis City legend Aaron Olson as he gets ready to travel to Buenos Aires to represent Team USA in the Pan American Maccabi Games.

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    Ep. 244 - D3 is for the Crows

    A whole murder of current and former Crows have put their mark on the NCAA Division 3 tournament. We recap the game and talk about implications moving into off-season prep. Plus, we pull back the curtain on a City Thanksgiving soccer feast.

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    Ep. 243 - Dancing Crows

    Jon and Nate break down the MIAC tournament and recognize the Crows who received all-MIAC honors.

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    Ep. 242 - Presenting the President

    Big moves are afoot in the Club and we're talking about the biggest of them - we speak with NEW Minneapolis City Club President Adam Pribyl.

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    Ep. 241 - 2023 UPSL Season Awards

    It's here! We recognize all of the big moments, big players and big games that made the UPSL season great. Plus we catch up with more Crows in College.

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    Ep. 240 - USL2 2023 Season Awards

    Summer break is over and we're back with our Official Unofficial Season Awards. Big moments, big plays and big games - we talk about them all here. Plus, we open the MIAC season with our Crows in College segment.

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    Ep. 239 - Beers and Bear Spray

    The Crows are moving on in the MN Super Cup and we have the recap as well as the preview of what's next in the hunt for the inaugural trophy.

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    Ep. 238 - The Real Rivalry

    It's here – the MN Super Cup matchup of Minneapolis City vs. Duluth FC! We preview this HUGE game and recap of the final matches of the USL2 season.

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    Ep. 237 - Road Warriors

    We're catching up on all of the results from a busy couple of weeks! 9:00 - City/Thunder Bay, the first time 22:35 - City/Bavarians 30:45 - City/Thunder Bay 2, Electric Boogaloo 41:50 - City/Manitoba 57:08 - City/Vlora FC 60:40 - City/St. Croix 2, The New Batch 67:50 - City/Sporting Wichita

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    Ep. 236 - Crappy Father's Day

    The Futures clinching the regular season UPSL Midwest West title takes the sting out of a rough Father's Day in Stillwater.

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    Ep. 235 - Weird Week

    Between Nations League blowups, USL2 blowouts, UPSL comebacks and smoke-induced cancellations, it's been a weird week for soccer.

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    Ep. 234 - Finding that Winning Form

    The Crows tasted three points and are looking for more this week against Rochester. Meanwhile, the Futures are well-poised to finish top of the table after a gutsy comeback against St. Croix.

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    Ep. 233 - Red Cards and Points

    Jon is solo this week but does his best to cover off a wild UPSL match that saw the young Crows come out on top and the Sr. side pick up their first points of the season.

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The official podcast of 2018, 2019 and 2021 NPSL North Champions Minneapolis City Soccer Club. We cover all things City as well as dive in to happenings around the rest of the UPSL, NPSL, and lower-league soccer in general. Get to know the Crows!Want us to answer your burning questions on the show? Email us at [email protected] or leave us a message: https://anchor.fm/the-peoples-pitch/message

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