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First Team Podcast

610 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 months ago - ★★★ - 13 ratings

Covering The New York City Soccer Scene since 2014.

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We Are Back!! | With Flower City Union Managing Director Mark Washo

March 31, 2023 17:52 - 20 minutes - 15.3 MB

First Team Podcast is back and are joined by Flower City Union Managing Director Mark Washo. For the latest lower division soccer news checkout our blog: FirstTeamPod.net --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

Peter Wilt On The Current State Of NISA & Future Of Chicago House AC

November 08, 2022 23:57 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MB

Peter Wilt, Managing Partner, President and CEO of Chicago House AC, joins the show to discuss the current state of the National Independent Soccer Association and the future of Chicago House AC.  Checkout our website, firstteampod.net, for all of the latest U.S Soccer news.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

EP 361: Bay Cities FC Halt Operations Due To Financial Difficulties | Problems In NISA? | Former NASL Commissioner Bill Peterson Breaks It Down

September 08, 2022 15:15 - 21 minutes - 17.6 MB

Former NASL Commissioner Bill Peterson joins First Team Podcast to discuss the news out of the west coast that Bay Cities FC have halted operations due to financial difficulties.   Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

EP 360: Lower Division Chat With Former Pro Soccer Player Keasel Broome

May 11, 2022 15:18 - 10 minutes - 9.54 MB

First Team Podcast host John Frusciante is joined by former professional soccer player Keasel Broome, to discuss the latest in the United States lower divisions.  Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

First Team Pod Returns on Tuesday, April 26, 2022 | New Era Of NYC Soccer Coverage

April 20, 2022 16:28 - 1 minute - 1.85 MB

First Team Podcast will return on Tuesday, April 26th with their latest episode. FTP will continue to produce weekly audio content along with a new website which will include digital content.  Join the conversation by emailing the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

EP 359: Cindy Cone has been re-elected as USSF President

March 08, 2022 21:28 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MB

FTP Host John Frusciante provides a review of the USSF AGM, which included a vote for the Federation's President. Cindy Cone has been re-elected as President and will serve a 4 year term.  Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

EP 358: NFT's In Lower Division Soccer!

February 22, 2022 18:18 - 38 minutes - 29.9 MB

First Team Podcast Host John Frusciante is joined by fellow FTP contributor and former professional soccer player Keasel Broome, to discuss player welfare in lower division soccer. President of New Jersey Teamsterz FC Alex Geardlinho joins the program to discuss what is in store for the Teamsterz in 2022.  Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

EP 357: Lower Division Soccer In Chaos - Do Clubs Actually Have A Say?

February 02, 2022 18:35 - 21 minutes - 18.8 MB

On this week's episode of First Team Podcast, host John Frusciante is joined by former UPSL National Director Paul Lapointe to discuss the NAFC/NISA situation, along with former professional soccer player Keasel Broome.  Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

EP 356: 2022 Could Be A Big Year For Lower Division Soccer!

January 04, 2022 17:37 - 8 minutes - 8.19 MB

On the First Episode of 2022, First Team Podcast Host, John looks ahead to the upcoming events in the U.S Soccer Calendar for 2022.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

EP 355: 2021 Year In Review - NYC Soccer Scene

December 28, 2021 21:04 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MB

First Team Podcast host John is joined by Jose to discuss the events that have taken place throughout the past year in the New York City Soccer Scene.  Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

EP 354: Owner Of Michigan Stars FC George Juncaj On Blocked Purchase Of Charlotte Independence

December 07, 2021 15:03 - 31 minutes - 24.4 MB

Michigan Stars Owner George Juncaj joins First Team Podcast to discuss the proposed move to the USL and how the deal broke down. Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected]. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

EP 353: Detroit City FC To USL | Who Might Be Next?

November 30, 2021 17:06 - 7 minutes - 6.84 MB

First Team Podcast returns from the Thanksgiving Holiday Break, with a update regarding future coverage of lower division soccer in the United States.  Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

EP 352: Flower City Union Fan Ownership | With Mark Washo

November 16, 2021 18:46 - 16 minutes - 13.7 MB

Flower City Union Managing Director Mark Washo joins First Team Podcast to discuss the current fan ownership campaign.  Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

EP 351: Club co-founder Laurence Girard On The Current State Of NAFC

October 12, 2021 16:10 - 17 minutes - 14.9 MB

New Amsterdam FC Co-Founder Laurence Girard joins FTP host John Frusciante to discuss the current state of his club.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

EP 350: A Crazy Week In Lower Division Soccer | Recap + Commentary

October 05, 2021 14:16 - 8 minutes - 7.71 MB

First Team Podcast Host John Frusciante discusses the latest news/reports from the National Independent Soccer Association.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

EP 349: Former U.S Soccer Presidential Candidate Paul Lapointe On The Current State Of U.S Soccer

September 28, 2021 15:22 - 14 minutes - 10.9 MB

Former U.S Soccer Presidential Candidate, Paul Lapointe joins the show this week, to discuss the upcoming Presidential election, and what he would change if he was in charge.  Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

EP 348: The Current State Of NYC Soccer

September 14, 2021 17:12 - 10 minutes - 9.84 MB

First Team Podcast Host, John Frusciante discusses the current state of New York City Soccer, and what might be in store for the future.  Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected]  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

EP 347: New Jersey Teamsterz Joins NISA Nation | With Club President & GM Alex Geraldino

August 31, 2021 14:51 - 10 minutes - 9.46 MB

New Jersey Teamsterz President & GM Alex Geraldino joins First Team Podcast Host, John Frusciante to discuss the move to NISA Nation.  Email the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

We Are Back | New Era Of First Team Podcast

August 24, 2021 19:05 - 4 minutes - 4.41 MB

We are back from a three month long hiatus.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

A New Era Of Soccer Coverage In NYC, kicks off in August 2021.

July 08, 2021 00:38 - 1 minute - 1.32 MB

First Team Podcast will return in August 2021, with a new show format and daily content on the FTP Website. Stay tuned for more details.  Email the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

EP 346: "You Don't Run A Program Like That" | NAFC Founder Laurence Girard's Former Goalkeeper Coach Julio Tsasse Shares What Goes On Behind The Scenes At NAFC

May 04, 2021 16:25 - 28 minutes - 23.1 MB

NAFC Founder Laurence Girard, his  Former Goalkeeper Coach Julio Tsasse Shares What Goes On Behind The Scenes At NAFC.  Checkout our exclusive article on NAFC: https://firstteampod.com/nafc-exclusive/ Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

FTP Extra Time #26: Is Fan Ownership A Sustainable Business Model? | With Former Pro Soccer Player Keasel Broome

April 29, 2021 16:59 - 12 minutes - 10.8 MB

Former professional soccer player Keasel Broome joins First Team Podcast to discuss fan ownership in U.S Soccer. Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected]. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

FTP Extra Time #25: The Culture Of U.S Soccer Almost Ruined European Soccer | European Super League Discussion With Former Professional Player Keasel Broome

April 22, 2021 15:40 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MB

Former Professional Soccer Player Keasel Broome, joins First Team Podcast to discuss the European Super League and how members of U.S Soccer, and mainstream sport owners were involved in that process. Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected]. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

Wake Up With First Team Podcast #2 | With Stumptown AC Head Coach Rod Underwood

April 21, 2021 14:14 - 18 minutes - 18.6 MB

Wake up with First Team Podcast, is a new show that has been launched for this week only to provide special coverage of the NISA Legend’s Cup. There is a possibility that this will become another edition to the lineup of shows on First Team Podcast. On today’s edition of the show, Stumptown AC Head Coach Rod Underwood joined the program to discuss the Legends Cup performance so far.  Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https:...

EP 342: Wake Up With First Team Podcast | Live Broadcast 4/20/2021

April 20, 2021 15:21 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MB

Wake up with First Team Podcast, is a new live show that has been launched for this week only to provide special coverage of the NISA Legend’s Cup. There is a possibility that this will become another edition to the lineup of shows on First Team Podcast. On today’s edition of the show, Stumptown AC Interim President Fred Matthes joined the program to discuss the Legends Cup performance so far, and what is going on behind the scenes. The next live broadcast is tomorrow, Wednesday, April 21s...

FTP Extra Time #24: Behind The Badge With Mark Washo, Managing Director & Chief Commercial Officer Of Flower City Union

April 15, 2021 15:01 - 16 minutes - 13.1 MB

Managing Director & Chief Commercial Officer Of Flower City Union, Mark Washo, joins John Frusciante and Keasel Broome to discuss the newly released club logo and branding.  Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

EP 340: “NISA Is A Disruptor In The Soccer Landscape” | NISA Commissioner John Prutch At NISA Legends Cup Media Day

April 13, 2021 12:22 - 13 minutes - 11.8 MB

First Team Podcast attended NISA Media Day ahead of the 2021 NISA Legends Cup Tournament in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Hear from NISA Commissioner John Prutch and NISA Executive Vice President Of Expansion, Josh Prutch on the current state of the league. Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

FTP Extra Time #23: 2021 NISA Legends Cup Preview | With Former Professional Soccer Player Keasel Broome

April 08, 2021 14:59 - 9 minutes - 8.9 MB

Former Professional Soccer Player, Keasel Broome joins First Team Podcast to preview the 2021 NISA Legends Cup which will take place at Finley Stadium in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

EP 338: NISA Commissioner John Prutch Joins FTP Ahead Of 2021 NISA Spring Season

April 06, 2021 15:22 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MB

NISA Commissioner John Prutch joins First Team Podcast  to discuss the future of the Cosmos, expansion sides, and the upcoming NISA Spring Season. Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

FTP Extra Time #22: U.S Soccer U-23's Fail To Qualify For Tokyo Olympics | With Former Pro Soccer Player Keasel Broome

April 01, 2021 04:22 - 10 minutes - 8.51 MB

Former Professional Soccer Player Keasel Broome joins First Team Podcast to discuss the failure of U.S Soccer's U-23 squad, not qualifying for the upcoming Tokyo Olympics.  Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

EP 336: "I Felt Depressed & Down About the Whole Situation" | FTP Host John Frusciante Shares How He Has Felt Since Cosmos Officially Announced Their Hiatus

March 30, 2021 02:15 - 9 minutes - 9.52 MB

First Team Podcast Host, John Frusciante shares how he has been feeling as of late since the New York Cosmos hiatus announcement. Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected]. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

FTP Extra Time #21: " We Are Not Relying On Sponsors" | Former Pro Soccer Player Keasel Broome Reacts To The Interview With NJ Teamsterz CEO Sibrena Geraldino

March 25, 2021 10:46 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MB

Former Professional Soccer Player Keasel Broome reacts to the First Team Podcast interview with New Jersey Teamsterz Co- Founder & CEO Sibrena Geraldino.  Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

EP 334: New Jersey Teamsterz CEO & Co-Founder Sibrena Geraldino Provides An Update On Their Newly Launched Women’s Team

March 23, 2021 04:00 - 20 minutes - 15.6 MB

New Jersey Teamsterz CEO & Co-Founder Sibrena Geraldino joins First Team Podcast to provide an update on the progress they are making with their newly launched Women’s Team which is set to play this Spring in United Women’s Soccer. Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

FTP Extra Time #20: Danny Szetela Joins Morris Elite SC | With Former Professional Soccer Player Keasel Broome

March 18, 2021 15:53 - 11 minutes - 9.8 MB

Former professional soccer player Keasel Broome joins First Team Podcast to discuss this weeks soccer news which includes, Former Cosmos player Danny Szetela committing to USL League Two Side Morris Elite SC, Orlando City Of MLS have received an offer of $10 million dollars from an unnamed English Premier League Club for their standout player, 20 year old Daryl Dike and Angel City FC Lead Investor Alexis Ohanian, claims that NWSL Is a much better investment then Major League Soccer. Join th...

EP 332: Rocco Commisso's Ownership Of ACF Fiorentina & New York Cosmos | With Italian Journalist Massimo Basile

March 16, 2021 12:23 - 19 minutes - 17.2 MB

Massimo Basile, an Italian Journalist who currently writes for Corriere dello Sport & La Repubblica joins First Team Podcast to discuss the current situation with the Cosmos and Rocco’s ownership of ACF Fiorentina. Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

FTP Extra Time #19: Cal Jennings Sold To LAFC For 5 Figures | Lower Division Transfer Fees With Former Pro Soccer Player Keasel Broome

March 11, 2021 16:00 - 10 minutes - 9.46 MB

Former Professional Soccer Player Keasel Broome joins John Frusciante to discuss the recent transfer of Cal Jennings from Indy Eleven to Los Angeles FC.  Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

EP 330: "Hopefully Peter Wilt Can Re-Create That Magic With Chicago House" | With Chicago House Supporter Brian Costin

March 09, 2021 13:50 - 17 minutes - 14.4 MB

Chicago House AC Supporter Brian Costin, joins the show from the midwest to discuss the newly named club, Chicago House Athletic Club, which was founded, and is currently managed by Legendary Soccer Executive Peter Wilt. Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

FTP Extra Time # 18 : The Business Of Sports Agents | With Former Professional Soccer Player Keasel Broome

March 04, 2021 16:49 - 10 minutes - 10 MB

Former Professional Soccer Player Keasel Broome, joins John Frusciante to discuss the business of sports agents, MLS player salaries and former New York Cosmos Captain and Head Coach  Carlos Mendes coaching locally with the Long Island SC.  Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

EP 328: The World Has Their Eyes On The New York Cosmos

March 02, 2021 18:24 - 12 minutes - 13.1 MB

First Team Podcast Host, John Frusciante recaps the news from the United States Soccer Federation Annual General Meeting (AGM) which took place over the weekend, and shares an email he received from a listener on the missed opportunities between the Cosmos and ACF Fiorentina. Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected]. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

FTP Extra Time #17: Are The Soccer Warz Over? | With Former Professional Soccer Player Keasel Broome

February 25, 2021 06:00 - 9 minutes - 8.7 MB

Former Professional Soccer player Keasel Broome joins First Team Podcast Host, John Frusciante to discuss if the lower division soccer wars are over.  Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

EP 326: The Current State Of Lower Division Soccer With UPSL Commissioner Yan Skwara

February 23, 2021 22:55 - 18 minutes - 15.3 MB

United Premier Soccer League (UPSL) Commissioner Yan Skwara joins First Team Podcast Host, John Frusciante to discuss the current state of the UPSL and lower division U.S Soccer. Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected]. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

FTP Extra Time #16: Italian International Luca Antonelli Signs With Miami FC | Is Luca Antonelli the biggest signing in the USL?

February 18, 2021 07:00 - 7 minutes - 6.33 MB

Former Professional Soccer Player Keasel Broome joins First Team Podcast Host, John Frusciante to break down the latest big signing in U.S Soccer, which is Italian International Luca Antonelli joining Miami FC of the USL Championship.  Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

EP 324: The Cosmos Lost The Best Opportunity They Had To Dominate The New York City Market

February 16, 2021 17:29 - 9 minutes - 8.97 MB

First Team Podcast Host, John Frusciante breaks down a recent article by the Queens Eagle, on Queensboro FC and their relationship with New York City politician Francisco Moya.  Here is the link to the article by the Queens Eagle, that is discussed on this week's episode of First Team Podcast: https://queenseagle.com/all/moya-re-election-bid-gets-financial-assist-from-new-queens-soccer-club Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message:...

FTP Extra Time # 15: Regional v.s. National Leagues | The Debate With Former Pro Soccer Player Keasel Broome

February 11, 2021 15:18 - 9 minutes - 8.37 MB

Former Professional Soccer Player Keasel Broome joins First Team Podcast Extra Time Host John Frusciante to debate, which type of league is better for the development of players and for clubs in lower division soccer in the United States.  Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

EP 322: New York Cosmos 50th Anniversary Celebration With Club Historian Dr. David Kilpatrick

February 09, 2021 16:50 - 23 minutes - 19 MB

New York Cosmos Club Historian Dr. David Kilpatrick joins First Team Podcast Host, John Frusciante to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the New York Cosmos.  Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

FTP Extra Time #14: Former Cosmos Player Keasel Broome Reacts To The News That Cosmos Are On Hiatus

February 04, 2021 17:55 - 8 minutes - 7.45 MB

Former Professional soccer player Keasel Broome, joins First Team Podcast Host John Frusciante to discuss the news that the New York Cosmos are officially on hiatus. Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected]. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

EP 320: Cosmos On Hitaus | With Fellow Cosmos Supporter Jose

February 02, 2021 19:54 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MB

First Team Podcast Host John Frusciante is joined by fellow Cosmos Supporter and FirstTeamPod.com Editor Jose to discuss the official announcement from the Cosmos, that they are officially on hiatus.  Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

FTP Extra Time #13: What Changes Would You Make In U.S Soccer, If You Were Elected U.S Soccer President? | With Former Pro Soccer Player Keasel Broome

January 28, 2021 17:27 - 11 minutes - 9.7 MB

Former Professional Soccer Player Keasel Broome, joins First Team Podcast Host John Frusciante to discuss what he would change in U.S Soccer if he was ever elected as U.S Soccer President. Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected].   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

EP 318: 'It Feels Like The Cosmos Are Dying A Slow Death" | John Provides An Update On The Current State Of The Club

January 26, 2021 17:21 - 9 minutes - 9.69 MB

First Team Podcast Host John Frusciante, provides an update on the current state of the New York Cosmos.  Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

FTP Extra Time #12: Young Americans Making The Move To Europe Without Playing One Minute In U.S Soccer | With Former Professional Soccer Player Keasel Broome

January 21, 2021 16:46 - 12 minutes - 11 MB

Former Professional Soccer Player Keasel Broome joins First Team Podcast Host, John Frusciante, to discuss the recent phenomenon that is young American soccer players making the move to Europe, without playing one minute in U.S Soccer.  Join the discussion by emailing the show at [email protected].  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/first-team-podcast/message

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