The Local Pitch

Its back and getting ready for playoff time. It Week Eight so its another round of the weekly recap, our second MVP of the Week, followed by another massive suburbs showdown in the fan selected GOTW. And finally, it comes around like a teacher's paycheck - every two weeks - its the Fausey Focus Starting XI. Sprinkled in this week is an extra session of State RPI rankings, which determines state seeding. Catch up with Fausey and see if your name is called this week.

For many, it is that time of the year for youth soccer - tryouts. In this episode, I want people to think about whether elite soccer is worth it. Remember to drop us a comment on any of our listening or social media platforms if you have any ideas, suggestions, or just to tell us that were doing a good thing. 😁

Coach Fausey drops another bonus segment covering high school soccer in Memphis and the surrounding areas. As always, he recaps all the games from the week, introduces you to the areas top players, and does a brief breakdown of the fan-voted game of the week. Extra this week is a friendly reminder of state RPI rankings and reminders to coaches to update scores. Give us an assist as we want the podcast to score with your friends, families, and teams.

A big thanks for everyone's support so far. If your new, sit back and get a quick rewind of the action in week seven of Memphis high school boy's soccer, including a BIG national showdown between Christian Brothers and Collierville. Besides the normal recap, Fausey is dropping something brand NEW during the podcast. 🤔 You won't see it here, so you are going to have to listen and check it out. It won't be the same if we don't remind you to listen, share, and subscribe to any of our social media or podcast platforms. Be prepared. Week Eight has a shocker involved.

It is another installment of the highly anticipated Fausey Focus. Week Six brings out the recap, spotlight players, and the return of Fausey's Starting XI. It has been a tough year for some as they drop out and some times on the rise. Who do you think is in or out? Do you know the current goal scorer and assist man in the area? If not, turn in and find out on this week's bonus segment of The Local Pitch. Don't forget to like and subscribe to any of our streaming channels and social media.

It is that time of the week. The most popular bonus segment is back. As always, there is the weekly recap, top players, and a review of the Game of the Week. Dropping is the second Starting XI of the 2026 boys' season, along with a quick disclaimer on how Fausey sees things. If you like what you hear, make sure to give us a like and share the podcast with friends and family. Make sure you follow and subscribe to any our social media links, podcast locations, and website - https://canva.link/trr9enzo2txuev9.

Coach Fausey drops another installment of his bonus segment where he reviews week three of the 2026 Boys' soccer season here in Memphis and the surrounding communities. A lot of teams were off this week for spring break or traveling to outside tournaments. Another GOTW in the books as Briarcrest faced Lausanne. Last but not least, shoutouts to the top players of the week. You can now find The Fausey Focus and all other material from The Local Pitch on Apple Podcasts.

Welcome to the Director's Box - a space where Coach Keith unpacks high school soccer in Memphis and in general one thought at a time. If you know Coach Keith, you know he can talk especially if he is passionate about it, like the beautiful game. Sit back and get a different view of The Local Pitch - straight from the Director's Box.

Join Lakeland Girls' Soccer Coach Jay Fausey as he breaks down the action from week two of the 2026 boys' season. In addition to the weekly recap, it is the return of the Starting XI. Was your school able to knock someone else out of their spot? Or, did you have one of those weeks where you lost your starting position in the power rankings? Tune in and find out. If you like what you here or have an opinion, drop us a comment. Remember you can listen here and on YouTube, and follow us on Instagram, X, and Facebook.

Check out the first installment of what hopes to be a regular in-season segment, The Fausey Focus. Dive into the weekly scores, highlights, and insight that only Jay Fausey can provide. Also, be on the lookout for Fausey's Starting XI. If you like what you here, make sure you subscribe here or YouTube and follow us on social media.

Welcome to Memphis FC and its the return of the long awaited, most anticipated segment of our brief episodes - The Starting XI, 2026 preseason edition - selected by our local expert Jay Fausey.

In Episode 5 of The Local Pitch, we switch things up and shine the spotlight on the Girls’ West TN All-Star Soccer Game held this past November. We recap the event, highlight standout performances, and talk about why this match matters for player recognition and the continued growth of girls’ soccer in our region. It’s a celebration of talent, community, and the future of the game right here at home.

Thank for your continued support while we were in our podcast "offseason." We are back and looking forward to continue discovering all that Memphis grassroots soccer has to offer at our Local Pitch. Episode 4 reviews our off seasons and we share our thoughts of growing Memphis girls soccer.

What happened in the Memphis soccer recently? Ever wondered what "grassroots soccer" really is? And do you want to master playing out of the back? We answer all these questions and more in this episode! Join us for a weekly wrap-up, a discussion on the true meaning of grassroots soccer, and a look at a crucial tactical element.

Join us for Episode 2 as we discuss the mission and vision of The Local Pitch, introduce ourselves, and give our attempts at creating a power ranking system, known as the Starting XI.

This week we begin our first episode by reviewing Carston Fitch's high school boy's soccer regional rankings, where the Memphis area regions rank, and briefly discuss the use of current of analytics in Tennessee soccer. Visit tennesseehssoccer on Instagram to check out the regional rankings.