Benji is joined by Velocity FC manager Leigh Veidman and defender David Garcia to get hyped about the upcoming final against One Knoxville. They start with a conversation about the swings of 2025 that led here and the preparation going into the final. Then, Benji revisits some of the incredible moments from Velocity FC's thrilling win over Portland Hearts of Pine in the semifinal. The show closes with appreciation from Benji and reflection from Leigh on how much Velocity FC's success has meant to the city.
Host: Benji Wade
Guests: Leigh Veidman and David Garcia
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Benji and Mike are joined by Spokane Zephyr FC head coach, Nicole Lukic. Their conversation begins with some shout-outs of Velocity FC following their thrilling first round playoff win vs. South Georgia Tormenta that went to penalty kicks. Then, they welcome Coach Lukic to Spokane and learn about her earliest experience with the sport of soccer and how she went from player to coach. Lukic also shares stories about her incredible success with Minnesota Aurora FC in the USL W League as well as her time working with Emma Hayes through the US Youth National Team. Finally, there are many questions that were submitted by local Zephyr FC supporters where Lukic gets a chance to describe her philosophical outlook on soccer, player development, and what comes next for the team.
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Co-Host: Mike Pellicio
Guest: Nikole Lukic
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Benji and Mike start the podcast with shoutouts of the Gonzaga women’s soccer team, Velocity FC, former Shadow and current UW goalkeeper Jadon Bowton, and our beloved friend of the pod, Jesse Retan. Then, they break down recent results for Velocity FC, including their win on the road against Naples which ensured there will be a playoff game at One Stadium on November 2nd. Finally, they discuss the first two games for Zephyr FC head coach Nicole Lukic and how both Velocity and Zephyr FC are performing overall in each respective league.
Host: Benji Wade
Co-Host: Mike Pellicio
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Benji is joined by CO-HOST Mike Pellicio to catch up all the latest soccer in Spokane including Zephyr FC announcing their new head coach, Nicole Lukic, and Leigh Veidman's two year contract extension. They also shout out local players Chelsea Le and Kai Longenecker signing contracts as professional soccer players. And of course, Benji and Mike talk about the latest results for Velocity and Zephyr FC.
Host: Benji Wade
Co-Host: Mike Pellicio
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Benji is joined by Ronald Sanchez, Jr. and Zach Waud of Spokane Spurs. The conversation starts with the soccer stories of Ronald and Zach as well as their love for Tottenham Hotspur. They then talk about the fresh start for Zephyr FC with a team full of new players, including results vs. Brooklyn and Ft. Lauderdale. Finally, they go over the details of Velocity FC's thrilling 2-1 win over Westchester SC.
Host: Benji Wade
Guests: Ronald Sanchez, Jr. and Zach Waud of Spokane Spurs
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Benji catches up with guest Mike Pellicio on his many head coaching activities, now including Spokane Impact. Then, they discuss the latest results for Velocity FC: the loss in the Jaegermeister Cup and back to back wins at ONE Stadium in League One vs. Union Omaha and AV Alta. Finally, they talk about the start of Zephyr FC's year two in the USL Super League and the schedule for professional soccer in the Fall.
Host: Benji Wade
Guest: Mike Pellicio
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Benji is joined by Ross Carper, co-executive director of Feast World Kitchen for a thoughtful conversation about the impact of food, soccer, and movies on community experiences. They also catch up on a very rough week for Velocity FC and the news of Emina Ekić leaving Spokane.
Host: Benji Wade
Guest: Ross Carper
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Benji starts with a bunch of shout outs: Spokane Shadow women, Leigh Veidman, Mike Pellicio, Nil Vinyals, Kenny Pierpoint, Rocky Wells, and Best of Broadway. He then checks in on Velocity FC's midseason excellence. Finally, Benji says goodbye to departing Zephyr FC players and welcomes the 6 new players announced by the club last week.
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Benji is joined by Scott Linklater of South Hill FC for the first time since Velocity FC's 2-2 home opener against One Knox. They catch up on Velocity's two most recent games vs. Charlotte Independence and Forward Madison. Then, they describe their experiences at ONE Stadium when smoke grenades were dispersed at a nearby protest. Finally, they talk about their overall feelings about Velocity FC's place at the top of League One standings through the first three months of 2025.
Host: Benji Wade
Guest: Scott Linklater
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Benji is joined by Wildland Co-op head brewer Michael Townshend to talk about the latest beer collaboration with the Spokane Soccer Show: the Las Chivas Lager, a crisp and delicious Mexican style lager infused with Vienna malts and crafted perfectly to soak your palate in soccer inspired joy. They also discuss the heartbreaking end of the first season of Zephyr FC and finally get a chance to talk about the incredible goal from Ally Cook assisted by Emma Jaskaniec.
Host: Benji Wade
Guest: Michael Townshend
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Benji is joined by Zephyr FC and Bosnian international winger, midfielder, and magician Emina Ekić. They talk about Emina's journey as a player from Louisville to Australia and now Spokane. Then, Emina provides her unique perspectives about the incredible turn in form for Zephyr FC the last few months and how the team's commitment to a playoff run became a reality. Finally, Emina responds to questions from the community and 509 Syndicate.
Host: Benji Wade
Guest: Emina Ekić
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Benji is joined by Abby Carchio for the first time since last August to catch up on all things Zephyr FC and their remarkable run of form in 2025. They start with a conversation about the influence of Ally Cook and Hope Hisey, and how their play has helped Zephyr go from bottom of the table in December to third in the USL Super League heading into their last match.
Host: Benji Wade
Guest: Abby Carchio
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Benji is joined by former Northern Colorado Hailstorm head coach Eamon Zayed for a conversation about the opening round of the 2025 Jägermeister Cup, including Velocity FC's 2-1 win over Oakland Roots to start their campaign. They also talk about Eamon's unique stories as both a player and manager, including his 2024 Hailstorm being the current holders and first-time winners of the Jägermeister Cup.
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Host: Benji Wade
Guest: Eamon Zayed
Benji is joined by Jessica Charman for a candid conversation about her career as a soccer play-by-play and color commentator for Charlotte FC and most recently, the NWSL and USL Super League. We talk about Jessica's history as a goalkeeper growing up in England, her thoughts about the USL Super League, and much more.
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Host: Benji Wade
Guests: Jessica Charman
It's been exactly a year since Mt. Spokane girls / Shadle High School boys head coach Mike Pellicio and Spokane Shadow's Director of Coaching Jesse Retan first joined me on the show. We caught up on all their soccer activities, then discussed the most recent games from Velocity FC.
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Host: Benji Wade
Guests: Mike Pellicio and Jesse Retan
Benji recaps and provides analysis of Zephyr FC’s impressive road win over Tampa Bay Sun before he is joined by Zephyr midfielder Sophie Braun and Kenzie Weinert. They start the conversation with their transition from college players to pros, their roles with the team, and finally, Benji puts them through the Q&A SPEED ROUND!
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Host: Benji Wade
Guests: Sophie Braun and Kenzie Weinert
Benji is joined by Jamie and Scott to recap the vibes at ONE Stadium on a very cold weekend following a thrilling 3-2 victory for Zephyr FC and a 2-2 hyper-competitive draw for Velocity FC.
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Host: Benji Wade
Guests: Jamie Bartlett and Scott Linklater
Benji is joined by John Morrissey of USL Tactics to put SEVEN new players signings under the microscope and preview the upcoming season for Velocity FC in their second season competing in USL's League One.
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Host: Benji Wade
Guests: John Morrissey
Benji is joined by Velocity FC midfielder Collin Fernandez and winger Pierre Reedy. The conversation begins with a recap of Velocity FC's historic playoff success in 2024. Then, Collin and Pierre describe their soccer story, what they're looking forward to in 2025, and finally, Benji puts the two guests through the Q&A SPEED ROUND!
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Host: Benji Wade
Guests: Collin Fernandez and Pierre Reedy
Benji begins the New Year by reviewing his favorite moments of 2024, looking ahead to 2025, and answering some excellent mailbag questions. He also announces the (first ever) Spokane Soccer Show Player of the Year for 2024. Be sure to follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spokanesoccershow/ Support the show with a donation: https://www.spokanesoccershow.com/donate
Host: Benji Wade