The Sporting Pod

The Sporting JAX women clinch a home playoff game with a 1-0 win at DC Power. Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti, and Emerson Burris discuss the accomplishment and what it means for the regular season finale. Music by Batsauce

Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti, and Emerson Burris discuss the tight race for the Gainbridge Super League playoff race. Plus, how the men's team is handling a tough start. We also check in on the Sporting JAX Academy town hall.Music by Batsauce

Cole Pepper and Emerson Burris discuss the upcoming double header for Sporting JAX and what Saturday's games mean for the women's and men's teams, respectively. Plus, World Cup questions arise less than 50 days before the event kicks off. Music by Batsauce

The Sporting JAX women have home-playoff scenarios this week. And the men have a massive opportunity in Louisville. Plus, why Tony Allegretti got a tattoo. Tony, Cole Pepper, and Emerson Burris continue with the Premier League contest.Music by Batsauce

The Sporting JAX women's team has clinched a spot in the Gainbridge Super League playoffs. Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti, and Emerson Burris discuss the future. Plus, a strong performance in a heartbreaking loss to the Tampa Bay Rowdies for the men. Music by Batsauce

For the first time, the Sporting JAX men and women play on the same day in Jacksonville. What to expect from Saturday's double header. Plus, a new man with the armband and are we worried about the USMNT?Music by Batsauce

Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti, and Emerson Burris discuss the first-place Sporting JAX women's team and what's to come as the post-season approaches. Plus, how the men's team continues to round into form. And how the USL is impacting international competition. Music by Batsauce

Cole Pepper and Emerson Burris discuss the amazing return of Sporting JAX defender Parker Roberts, who is back on the field just 6 1/2 months after ACL surgery. Plus a look ahead to the women' matchup in Dallas and what to expect from the men as they return home to face Miami on Wednesday.Music by Batsauce

Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti, and Emerson Burris discuss the USL Championship debut for Sporting JAX. Plus, what to expect in the upcoming weekend, where the men and women are playing on the same day, both away.Music by Batsauce

A week that began with a stadium location announcement will end in the inaugural USL Championship match for Sporting JAX. Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti, and Emerson Burris discuss. Music by Batsauce

Closing in on the kickoff of the USL Championship season, Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti and Emerson Burris discuss the inaugural league fixture for Sporting JAX. Plus, the women take control of the top of the table after a resounding 3-0 win over Lexington SC.Music by Batsauce

Sporting JAX holds the first (and only) preseason home friendly on Saturday for the USL Championship men's team. On the same day, the women face Lexington SC in a top-of-the-table battle in the Gainbridge Super League. Plus, what the Sporting JAX Foundation has done and has planned.Music by Batsauce

Tony Allegretti shares questions he received at a recent speaking engagament and we discuss the bright future of Sporting JAX. Plus, Tony, Cole Pepper and Emerson Burris discuss the women's team going back to the top of the table with a win over Spokane Zephyr FC and a look at what to expect from the men's team as the USL Championship schedule approaches.Music by Batsauce

The Sporting JAX men's team has been training at IMG Academy this week. Hear from two of the players about the work being done. Plus, the women's team remains atop the Gainbridge Super League, and we begin a new era with our Premier League contest.Music by Batsauce

Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti, Mauricio Ruiz and Emerson Burris discuss the start of trainng camp for the Sporting JAX USL Championship men's team. Plus, How the women's team is preparing for the second half of the Gainbridge Super League season. And Tony's travel blog.Music by Batsauce

Cole Pepper, Emerson Burris, and Tony Allegretti discuss what 2026 has in store for Sporting JAX, soccer in Jacksonville, and in the United States. Plus, what the USL Championship men's team is looking like as the roster is assembled. And reviewing an amazing story from the FA Cup. Music by Batsauce

Mauricio Ruiz (in studio!) joins Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti and Emerson Burris to discuss the future of Sporting JAX in the USL Championship and the first players signed. And we look ahead to the final match of the first half of the Gainbridge Super League season as the women aim for the top of the table.Music by Batsauce

Sporting JAX sits in second on the Gainbridge Super League table with two matches to go in the first half of the season. Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti, Emerson Burris, and Mauricio Ruiz discuss what's been working for the team. We also discuss how the upcoming World Cup could impact soccer in Jacksonville and look ahead to some expected news coming next week.Music by Batsauce

We're holding it together as much as possible. This week, Mauricio Ruiz was on assignment, Cole Pepper was fighting laryngitis, and Emerson Burris had a stomach bug. Hey, at least Tony Allegretti was 100 percent. We discuss the final three matches of the calendar year, the upcoming World Cup Draw, and the ribbon cutting at the mini-pitch.Music by Batsauce

Sporting JAX prepares for a meeting with Ft. Lauderdale United. Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti, Mauricio Ruiz, and Emerson Burris discuss the game and everything surrounding it, including Military Appreciation, a food drive, and care packages for the troops. Plus, we hear from men's coach Liam Fox and discuss the USMNT's recent 5-1 win over Uruguay.Music by Batsauce.

Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti, Emerson Burris and Mauricio Ruiz discuss the next firsts to come for Sporting JAX's USL Championship men's team. Plus, how the women's team is positioned heading into an open weekend. Music by Batsauce

We hear from the first men's head coach in Sporting JAX history. Cole Pepper speaks with Liam Fox. Analysis from Mauricio Ruiz and Emerson Burris. Plus, what Emerson saw at the recent Adidas event.Music by Batsauce

Sporting JAX officially announced the men's team will play in the USL Championship beginning in 2026. Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti, Mauricio Ruiz, and Emerson Burris discuss what to expect from the return of men's pro soccer to Jacksonville. Plus, Tony continues his UK tour and the experiences of Georgia Brown (Scotland) and Ashlyn Puerta (US U-20) in the international break.Music by: Batsauce

Tony Allegretti continues his travels in the UK, spending time with Everton in the Community. What he has taken away from his time. Plus, Tony, Cole Pepper, Mauricio Ruiz and Emerson Burris discuss how Sporting JAX has developed over the first eight games of the season. Music by Batsauce.

Cole Pepper, Mauricio Ruiz, Tony Allegretti, and Emerson Burris discuss Sporting JAX recent run of form as the season hits the quarter post. Plus, a look at the USMNT, a preview of the high school soccer media day and Tony's observations from England.Music by Batsauce

Legendary goalkeeper (turned broadcaster) Tim Howard joins the pod to discuss preparations for the World Cup, the impact that the event can have on the game in the United States, the future of the game in this country and youth development. Cole Pepper, Mauricio Ruiz, Tony Allegretti and Emerson Burris discuss the three Sporting JAX players getting international experience and a look ahead in the season.Music by Batsauce

Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti, Mauricio Ruiz and Emerson Burris discuss Ashlyn Puerta's hat trick, Sydney Schmidt being called up for the US for the U-17 World Cup. And we hear from head of soccer Mark Warburton about how he's building the roster for the men's USL Championship season.

Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti, Mauricio Ruiz, and Emerson Burris discuss the recent home victory over KC Current II, how away matches are different for the team and front office, and some updates on the progress on the men's team.Music by Batsauce

Cole Pepper, Emerson Burris, Tony Allegretti, and Mauricio Ruiz discuss the upcoming friendly against KC Current II and how it came to be. Plus, what to expect from a new online feature from Sporting JAX. The Champions League is underway, and Emerson has a hard time deciding about the Premier League.Music by Batsauce

Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti, Emerson Burris, and Mauricio Ruiz discuss the upcoming Sporting JAX match against Carolina Ascent and some ways for fans to best enjoy their matchday experience. Plus, we discuss the prize for our Premier League contest.Music by: Batsauce

Sporting JAX went to Tampa Bay and beat the defending champion Tampa Bay Sun 3-2. Tony Allegretti was there and shared his observations. Plus, Cole Pepper, Mauricio Ruiz, Emerson Burris and Tony look ahead to Saturday's return home to face Dallas Trinity. Music by Batsauce

After the first match of the regular season, Sporting JAX, what lessons were learned from the matchup and the event? Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti, and Emerson Burris discuss. Plus, a look ahead to the first road match of the Gainbridge Super League season at the defending champion Tampa Bay Sun this weekend. And, the first results of our Premier League contest.Music by Batsauce

Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti, Emerson Burris, and Mauricio Ruiz discuss Sporting JAX's inaugural match, Saturday against DC Power FC. What to expect from the gameday experience, what the journey has meant to each of them, and what to expect from this week's match broadcast on Peacock.Music by Batsauce

As the team prepares for the final preseason tune-up, the club hosts a business luncheon featuring US Soccer Hall of Famer Briana Scurry. Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti, Mauricio Ruiz and Emerson Burris discuss the final preparations and the start of the Premier League season.Music by Batsauce

Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti, and Emerson Burris look ahead to Wednesday's Business Kickoff Luncheo,n which will feature former USWNT goalkeeper Briana Scurry, who won the World Cup in 1999 and won two Olympic gold medals. We hear from Scurry. We also look ahead to the final stages before the kickoff of the Gainbridge Super League season on Aug. 23.Music by Batsauce

For the first time, Sporting JAX will play a match in front of fans on Saturday as the Scottish Champions Hibernian FC come to town.Cole Pepper, Mauricio Ruiz, Tony Allegretti and Emerson Burris discuss what they are looking for from the match and what fans can expect.Music by Batsauce

Cole Pepper, Emerson Burris and Mauricio Ruiz discuss the first preseason closed-door friendly in Sporting JAX history. Plus, what it means to have sold 6,000 season tickets. And a look ahead to the Friday night kickoff party.Music by Batsauce

Longtime local soccer player and coach Mike Johnson joins Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti, Mauricio Ruiz and Emerson Burris to talk about the development of soccer in Jacksonville over the past 50 years. Plus, behind the scene of Trevor Lawrence's visit to Sporting JAX training camp. We look ahead to the first closed-door friendly in club history against Orlando Pride.Music by Batsauce

Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti, Mauricio Ruiz and Emerson Burris discuss the developing personality of the Sporting JAX pro team. Plus, where were you on this date 26 years ago?Music by Batsauce

The club announces a major partnership with Ascension that includes a front of shirt sponsorship. What we learend at the first media day for the Gainbridge Super League team and lessons in a fortune cookie.Music by Batsauce

Does the soccer calendar need to be better managed? With the Gold Cup, Club World Cup, and league competitions going on at the same time in the United States, it has made for a busy summer. Some European clubs have complained about the load on players. Cole Pepper, Mauricio Ruiz and Emerson Burris discuss. Plus, Sporting JAX prepares to welcome Hibernian FC and Wrexham to town in the preseason. Music by Batsauce

Cole Pepper, Mauricio Ruiz and Tony Allegretti discuss the new additions to the Sporting JAX roster and look ahead to the next big announcements coming from the club. Plus, what Tony learned at the USL Super League final in Tampa.Music by Batsauce

Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti and Emerson Burris discuss some improvements in the works at UNF's Hodges Stadium. Plus a look ahead to the USL Super League finals and what the USMNT needs to do to regain the confidence of supporters.Music by Batsauce

The first playoff games in USL Super League history are scheduled for this weekend. Cole Pepper, Mauricio Ruiz, and Emerson Burris look ahead to the semifinals. Plus, how Sporting JAX continues to make a difference in the community and how a Sporting JAX USL W League star is making a name for herself.Music by Batsauce

Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti, Mauricio Ruiz, and Emerson Burris discuss the upcoming Champions League final and watch party. Plus, the stories Mauricio is hearing in Hungary. And how the results of promotion/relegation in England will impact fans next season. We also cover the final weekend of the USL Super League's regular season.Music by Batsauce

Sporting JAX introduces the first two players signed to pro contracts for the USL Super League team, Georgia Brown and Ashlyn Puerta. Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti and Mauricio Ruiz discuss. Plus, what Tony learned on a recent European trip and what strange lessons were learned during the Premier League season.Music by: Batsauce

Cole Pepper and Mauricio Ruiz look back on the inaugural kit reveal and fan fest and look ahead to more firsts coming to Sporting JAX in the next few months. Plus, how the top five leagues are playing out as the seasons come to a close. Music by Batsauce

Cole Pepper and Tony Allegretti preview Tuesday's inaugural kit reveal and fan fest at Friendship Fountain. What to look forward to. Plus, a rough round of 32 in the US Open Cup for the USL Championship. Mauricio Ruiz joins to talk Premier League.

Wrexham became the biggest story in the soccer world with a third consecutive promotion. What lessons has Wrexham shown that could apply to soccer in America? Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti and Mauricio Ruiz discuss. Plus, more from our new club reporter, Emerson Burris.Music by Batsauce

We introduce you to Emerson Burris. Sporting JAX's new team reporter and digital producer. Emerson will join our broadcast and digital properties in May. Mauricio Ruiz and Cole Pepper chat with her to learn about her background and what she is looking forward to in Jacksonville.Music by Batsauce