Speedway Soccer
249 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★★ - 49 ratingsNashville's Independent Soccer News
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SPECIAL EPISODE: Nashville's Supporters Pt. 2
February 28, 2020 05:33 - 34 minutes - 1 ByteWe're back with Part 2 of our series on Nashville's Supporters. We talk with Music City Supporters, Eastern Front, The Roadies and The Assembly to learn about what makes their groups unique. For more information on each group, follow them on social media. MUSIC CITY SUPPORTERS: @SupportersMusic EASTERN FRONT: @EasternFrontSG THE ROADIES: @NSCRoadies THE ASSEMBLY: @TheAssemblyNash
SPECIAL EPISODE: Nashville's Supporters Pt. 1
February 27, 2020 19:18 - 1 ByteWith Nashville's 2020 season about to start, we wanted to talk with each of the club's supporters groups to learn how they were started, how they operate, and what makes them unique. In Part 1, we talk with the Goalden Girls, the Music City Heaters, and La Brigada De Oro. Stay tuned for Part 2 tomorrow, featuring The Assembly, The Roadies, and Eastern Front SG.
#79: Nashville SC 2020 Season Preview
February 26, 2020 05:54 - 1 ByteThe gang is all here! Davey, Ben, Slape, Andy, Sloop and Lucas sit down at The Russell Hotel to discuss Nashville SC's 2020 season and what to expect from the team, and make their predictions for the year. They also preview Nashville SC's MLS debut against Atlanta United on Saturday, and discuss how Nashville SC could match up against their neighbors to the east. Join our MLS fantasy league! Visit https://fantasy.mlssoccer.com/#classic/leagues/14204/join/32Z3CLET or use code 32Z3CLET to ent...
#78: Build The Stadium, Build The Defense + Jeff Rueter Interview
February 18, 2020 16:09 - 1 ByteWe're back to our regularly scheduled programming for the 2020 season! Davey (@daveytshep), Slape (@JSlapeSSP) and Ben (@benwright) break down the resolution on the Fairgrounds stadium conflict, and talk Nashville's historic signing of defender Walker Zimmerman. Also in this episode, a recap of some preseason action and a conversation with The Athletic's Jeff Rueter (@jeffrueter) about Nashville's roster building process. Be sure to check out SpeedwaySoccer.com for your latest Nashville socce...
Nashville SC Stadium Delay on The Midday 180 .@SpeedwaySoc
January 28, 2020 17:59 - 1 ByteThe promised stadium for Nashville's Major League Soccer franchise remains pending. Speedway Soccer's Davey Shepherd joins The Midday 180 to discuss the hang up between the city and the team.
#77: The Boys Are Back + Matt Doyle Interview
January 22, 2020 17:24 - 1 ByteWe're back with our first episode of 2020! Davey, Slape, Ben and Sloop recap Nashville SC's roster building and jersey reveal, as well as talk preseason and answer listener questions. Ben also talks with Matt Doyle ( @MattDoyle76), MLSSoccer.com's Armchair Analyst, to get his thoughts on Nashville SC's debut season. For all the latest Nashville soccer news, follow us @SpeedwaySoc or at www.speedwaysoccer.com
#77: The Boys Are Back + Matt Doyle Interview
January 22, 2020 17:24 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBWe're back with our first episode of 2020! Davey, Slape, Ben and Sloop recap Nashville SC's roster building and jersey reveal, as well as talk preseason and answer listener questions. Ben also talks with Matt Doyle ( @MattDoyle76), MLSSoccer.com's Armchair Analyst, to get his thoughts on Nashville SC's debut season. For all the latest Nashville soccer news, follow us @SpeedwaySoc or at www.speedwaysoccer.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rookies of Nashville Ep. 4: Matt Beaty
January 16, 2020 20:26 - 19 minutes - 18 MBFormer Belmont baseball player and current Los Angeles Dodgers player Matt Beaty chatted with Will Boling on the newest episode. They discussed his upcoming event in Nashville, his big league debut, hitting walk-off home runs on three straight nights along with two of his teammates and MLB in Nashville. Available wherever you get your podcasts!
#76: Wheelin' And Dealin' + Andy Edwards of Talkin' Touches
November 21, 2019 16:45 - 1 ByteNashville SC added six players on Tuesday night in the MLS Expansion Draft, selecting three and trading for three others. We break down the moves and look at where Nashville SC's roster stands right now. Slape also talks with Andy Edwards of The Athletic and the Talkin' Touches podcast to get a more in-depth look at Jimmy Medranda and Adrián Zendejas, both acquired from Sporting Kansas City. For great content focused on Sporting KC and MLS as a whole, follow Andy on twitter @AndyEdMLS.
Davey Shepherd with The Midday 180 @SoccerSpeedway @daveytshep @NashvilleSC @MLS
November 19, 2019 18:12 - 1 ByteSpeedway Soccer's Davey Shepherd joins The Midday 180 to discuss the MLS Expansion Draft.
#75: USL Wrap + Mike Jacobs on the Offseason
November 11, 2019 16:42 - 1 ByteNashville SC's time in USL comes to an end with a 1-0 loss to Indy Eleven in the Eastern Conference semifinal. The guys get together to put a bow on the club's time in USL and look at which players could potentially make the jump up to MLS. In this episode. we also include audio from Mike Jacobs' end of the season conversation with the media, where he talks about the MLS offseason and preparations for 2020. As always, check speedwaysoccer.com for the latest Nashville soccer news.
#74: First Ever Playoff Victory
November 01, 2019 15:56 - 1 ByteDavey, Ben and Andy recap the first ever playoff win in Nashville SC history, as the Boys In Gold knock off Charleston 3-1. They look around the league at the rest of the playoff action, and preview Nashville's Eastern Conference semifinal against Indy Eleven this weekend. As always, make sure to follow @SoccerSpeedway and speedwaysoccer.com for the latest Nashville soccer news.
#73: Second Place, Playoffs, & Gary Smith On Scheduling
October 22, 2019 16:00 - 1 ByteNashville SC have officially finished in second place in the USL Championship Eastern Conference after Pittsburgh clinched a late win over Birmingham. Davey, Slape and Ben recap Nashville's 3-0 win over Atlanta, preview the play-in round this week, and talk about Gary Smith's comments on the regular season and the scheduling that saw Pittsburgh play their final match a day late. For all the latest Nashville soccer news, visit speedwaysoccer.com or follow us @SoccerSpeedway.
#73: Second Place, Playoffs, & Gary Smith On Scheduling
October 22, 2019 16:00 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBNashville SC have officially finished in second place in the USL Championship Eastern Conference after Pittsburgh clinched a late win over Birmingham. Davey, Slape and Ben recap Nashville's 3-0 win over Atlanta, preview the play-in round this week, and talk about Gary Smith's comments on the regular season and the scheduling that saw Pittsburgh play their final match a day late. For all the latest Nashville soccer news, visit speedwaysoccer.com or follow us @SoccerSpeedway. See omnystudio.co...
#72: Peaking At The Right Time
October 15, 2019 16:47 - 1 ByteDavey, Slape and Andy recap Nashville SC's wins over Louisville City and North Carolina FC, and preview their final regular season match against Atlanta United 2. Davey also has a conversation with Jamie Smith, the newly announced Academy Director for Nashville SC. Check out speedwaysoccer.com or follow us @SoccerSpeedway for the latest Nashville soccer news.
#71: The Home Stretch + Mike Jacobs on the MLS Expansion Priority Draft
October 08, 2019 16:06 - 1 ByteJust three games left to play in the USL Championship regular season, and Nashville SC are in second place with all three matches at home. The guys preview Nashville SC's upcoming match against 6th place Louisville City FC on Tuesday night. Davey also talks with Nashville SC General Manager Mike Jacobs about the recent MLS Expansion Priority Draft results. For all the latest Nashville soccer news, check SpeedwaySoccer.com
#70: Playoff Bound
September 20, 2019 15:58 - 1 ByteAfter Nashville's last-minute winner and Charleston's loss, the Boys In Gold have clinched a spot in the USL Championship playoffs. Slape (@JSlapeSSP), Andy (@Andysimmons615) and Sloop (@NCAMookie) break down the win over Birmingham and preview the upcoming match against Pittsburgh. Make sure to check out SpeedwaySoccer.com for all the latest Nashville soccer news.
#69: New Signing, Interview With Mike Jacobs, And Dropped Points In STL
September 10, 2019 15:31 - 1 ByteWith a chance to go top of the table, Nashville SC couldn't get a result in Saint Louis, losing 1-0. Davey (@daveytshep), Slape (@JSlapeSSP), Andy (@Andysimmons615) and Ben (@benwright) break down the loss and what it means for the rest of the season. They also discuss Nashville's newest MLS signing, Costa Rican international Randall Leal, and Davey sits down with Nashville SC General Manager Mike Jacobs to discuss the acquisition and how Nashville are building a competitive squad for 2020. A...
#68: Late Drama In Tampa Bay And A New Signing
September 06, 2019 15:05 - 1 ByteKharlton Belmar's late goal earned three points for Nashville SC in Tampa Bay, moving them to second place in the table. Davey, Slape and Andy are back to recap all the action, as well as break down Nashville SC's rumored new signing, Costa Rican international Randall Leal. Ben also sits down with Phill Grooms (@phillgrooms) of the USL Show to preview Nashville's upcoming match in Saint Louis this weekend. Make sure to listen to Phill's work at @TheUSLShow or at www.theuslshow.com. As always,...
Rookies of Nashville Ep. 3: Dawson Knox
September 05, 2019 16:06 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBNew Buffalo Bills TE and former Brentwood Academy quarterback Dawson Knox joins the show this week. He tells his story of going from walk-on to starter at Ole Miss and what it was like to be drafted in his hometown.
#67: Tampa Bay Rowdies Preview with The Unused Substitutes
August 30, 2019 15:27 - 1 ByteJonathan Slape (@JSlapeSSP) talks with Stephen Cundiff (@_s_cundiff) of The Unused Substitutes Show to preview Nashville SC's trip to Tampa Bay Rowdies this weekend. Make sure to check them out at @UnusedSubsPod, and check SpeedwaySoccer.com for all the latest Nashville Soccer News
Davey Shepherd with The Midday 180 @SoccerSpeedway @daveytshep
August 27, 2019 18:26 - 1 ByteSpeedway Soccer's Davey Shepherd joins The Midday 180 to discuss Nashville SC's signing of Hany Mukhtar.
66: Interview with Nashville SC's Hany Mukhtar and Mike Jacobs
August 27, 2019 15:51 - 1 ByteNashville SC have signed their first Designated Player in club history! We sit down with new signing Hany Mukhtar to talk about his journey to Nashville and what he hopes to achieve in Nashville. We also talk with Nashville SC General Manager Mike Jacobs about the signing, as well as recapping matches against New York Red Bulls II and Charleston Battery. Check out more Nashville soccer coverage at SpeedwaySoccer.com.
Rookies of Nashville Ep. 2: Parker Hesse
August 26, 2019 17:40 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MBTitans tight end Parker Hesse sits down with Will Boling for the second episode of our new Rookies of Nashville podcast. They talked everything from college wrestling to being a tight end from Iowa and listening to country music. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts!
#65: Top Of The Table Clash
August 20, 2019 15:29 - 1 ByteNashville SC have taken 16 out of the last 18 possible points, and we're back to break down the action. Davey (@daveytshep), Andy (@Andysimmons615) and Ben (@benwright) talk about Nashville's 3-1 win in Charlotte, and preview their massive clash with first-placed New York Red Bulls II on Wednesday night. With a win, Nashville could go top of the table. Make sure to check out SpeedwaySoccer.com for all your Nashville soccer news.
#64: Five Unbeaten + Colby Sledge Interview
August 13, 2019 15:19 - 1 ByteDavey (@daveytshep), Slape (@JSlapeSSP) and Ben (@benwright) recap Nashville SC's 4-0 win over Hartford and their 0-0 draw with Bethlehem Steel. Also, Sloop (@NCAMookie) and Slape talk with Colby Sledge, councilmember for District 17 and a strong supporter of the Fairgrounds Stadium. Be sure to check SpeedwaySoccer.com for all your Nashville soccer news.
Rookies of Nashville Ep. 1: Amani Hooker
August 12, 2019 19:25 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBAmani Hooker is our first guest to sit down with Will Boling on the Rookies of Nashville Podcast. The new Titans DB talks about adjusting to life in Nashville, the influence of Kevin Byard and playing as himself on Madden.
Transfer Special: Aníbal Godoy (with Jeff Reuter)
August 09, 2019 15:05 - 1 ByteMore transfer news from Nashville SC! Nashville announced Wednesday that they had acquired Panamanian international Aníbal Godoy from San Jose Earthquakes for $650,000 in General Allocation Money. Davey (@daveytshep) and Slape (@JSlapeSSP) talk with Jeff Rueter (@jeffrueter) of the Athletic to get more insight into the transfer. They also talk about Godoy's introduction press conference with Mike Jacobs and Gary Smith. Make sure to follow Jeff at the Athletic for excellent coverage of everyth...
#62: Rangers Sweep + Alan Winn Interview
August 06, 2019 21:46 - 1 ByteDavey (@daveytshep), Slape (@JSlapeSSP) and Andy (@Andysimmons615) recap Nashville SC's 2-0 win over Swope Park Rangers and preview their upcoming match with Hartford Athletic. Davey talks with Nashville SC winger Alan Winn (@AlanJWinn) to talk about Nashville's season and his recent run of good form. As always, follow us at @SoccerSpeedway and check SpeedwaySoccer.com for all the latest Nashville soccer news.
Special Episode: Mike Jacobs
August 02, 2019 17:50 - 1 ByteWe're thrilled to have Nashville SC General Manager Mike Jacobs join us on our latest special episode. Davey (@daveytshep) and Ben (@benwright) sat down with Mike at the 104.5 The Zone studios to talk about Nashville SC's USL season, their debut season in MLS next year, and what fans can expect in the coming weeks and months. Huge thanks to Mike for joining us. Be sure to check out SpeedwaySoccer.com for your latest Nashville soccer news.
#62: Breaking The Nissan Curse
July 30, 2019 16:05 - 1 ByteHere's an episode full of historic moments. Nashville SC got the first win at Nissan Stadium in club history, and for the first time in our history, all five of us are together to talk about it. Davey (@daveytshep), Slape (@JSlapeSSP), Ben (@benwright), Andy (@Andysimmons615) and Sloop (@NCAMookie) break down Nashville's 2-0 win over Indy Eleven and preview their trip to Kansas City to take on Swope Park Rangers this Saturday. As always, check out SpeedwaySoccer.com for all your Nashville Soc...
#61: Indy Eleven Preview with Brian Cook
July 24, 2019 19:51 - 1 ByteAndy Simmons (@Andysimmons615) sits down with Brian Cook (@Soccerwithbrian) of BGN Written to preview Nashville SC's match against Indy Eleven this weekend at Nissan Stadium. Be sure to check out SpeedwaySoccer.com for all your Nashville soccer coverage ahead of the match.
#60: 615 > 901
July 23, 2019 19:16 - 1 ByteThe boys are back after Nashville SC completed their first sweep of the season, beating Memphis 901 FC 2-0 on Wednesday night. Slape (@JSlapeSSP), Ben (@benwright) and Andy (@Andysimmons615) break down the win over Memphis and preview Nashville's upcoming match against Indy Eleven at Nissan Stadium this Saturday. Stay tuned for an in-depth preview of that match with Brian Cook of BGN Written later this week, and make sure to check SpeedwaySoccer.com for all your Nashville soccer news.
Speedway Soccer: #59 Tennessee Derby
July 16, 2019 17:18 - 1 ByteSlape (@JSlapeSSP), Ben (@benwright) and Sloop (@NCAMookie) recap action around the USL Championship and preview Nashville SC's match at Memphis 901 FC on Wednesday night. Davey (@daveytshep) sits down with 901 Soccer Pod to get some more insight into their team. You can't see it, but Slape dyed his hair purple (shout out to Megan Rapinoe) and everyone was distracted. As always, be sure to check out SpeedwaySoccer.com for all the latest Nashville soccer news.
Speedway Soccer: #58 Midseason Review
July 11, 2019 15:43 - 1 ByteAfter a break, the guys are back to recap the first half of the season. Davey (@daveytshep), Slape (@JSlapeSSP), Ben (@benwright) and Andy (@Andysimmons615) break down Nashville SC's season so far, talking results, transfers, and goals for the rest of the year. For the latest Nashville soccer news, visit SpeedwaySoccer.com.
Speedway Soccer #57: Another Comeback + Lancaster Rocket
June 18, 2019 01:17 - 1 ByteFor a second week in a row, Nashville SC come from behind to win a match. Davey (@daveytshep), Ben (@benwright) and Sloop (@NCAMookie) are here to break down Nashville's 3-2 win over Hartford Athletic, as well as preview their upcoming home match against Ottawa Fury. Be sure to check out SpeedwaySoccer.com for all your latest Nashville soccer news, and follow us on Twitter @SoccerSpeedway for a chance to win tickets to this weekend's home match!
#56: Call It A Comeback!
June 11, 2019 01:14 - 1 ByteDavey (@daveytshep), Andy (@Andysimmons615), Slape (@JSlapeSSP) and Ben (@benwright) recap Nashville SC's first ever comeback victory, a 4-1 win over Bethlehem Steel. They talk positives from the match, preview the upcoming match against Hartford Athletic, and talk about what they want to see from Nashville over the rest of the season. Make sure to check out SpeedwaySoccer.com for all your Nashville soccer news.
Speedway Soccer #55: Out Of The Open Cup
May 31, 2019 15:33 - 1 ByteAfter a few days off, Davey (@daveytshep), Slape (@JSlapeSSP) and Ben (@benwright) recap the latest Nashville SC action. They break down Nashville's 1-0 win in Birmingham and 0-0 draw in Indy before talking about the loss on penalty kicks to Charleston in the US Open Cup 3rd Round. In the second segment, they talk about some concerns so far with Nashville SC, how to fix them, and what to expect from the next several weeks. Make sure to check out www.speedwaysoccer.com for all your Nashville...
Speedway Soccer #54: Dropped Points At Home
May 22, 2019 03:28 - 1 ByteBen and Andy talk with Wes Boling, the radio voice of Nashville SC, to recap Nashville's 1-1 draw against Charlotte Independence and preview their upcoming match in Birmingham. Check out the match Wednesday night at 7PM central on ESPN News, and head to speedwaysoccer.com for all your Nashville soccer news.
Speedway Soccer #53: Major League Signings + Charlotte Independence Preview
May 17, 2019 03:49 - 1 ByteThe show starts out with our reaction to the news that Nashville SC has acquired winger David Accam from Columbus Crew SC. Davey, Ben and Slape talk about Accam and what effect he could have on next year's MLS squad. They also recap Nashville's 3-2 Open Cup win over South Georgia Tormenta FC 2. In the second segment, Slape talks with Talkin' Jacks (@TalkinJacks) to preview Nashville's match against Charlotte Independence, this Saturday at 7PM at First Tennessee Park. Be sure to check Speed...
Speedway Soccer #52: Record Setting Win + US Open Cup Preview
May 14, 2019 15:11 - 1 ByteDavey, Andy and Sloop sit down to recap Nashville's 5-1 win over Swope Park Rangers. The 5 goals scored were the most in club history, and move Nashville to 2nd in the Eastern Conference scoring chart. They then preview tonight's Open Cup match against South Georgia Tormenta FC 2. The match is being played on the campus of Middle Tennessee State University, and tickets are still available on Nashville SC's website. Finally, Davey sits down with Evan Villella (@SpeakEvanSpeak) of the USL Sho...
Speedway Soccer #51: Simple Mistakes Cost Points
May 10, 2019 02:47 - 1 ByteIn the first segment, Davey, Slape, and Ben recap Nashville's 0-1 loss to Tampa Bay, looking at how a few mistakes and missed chances cost Nashville much-needed points. In the second segment, Davey talks with Wes Boling to preview the upcoming match against Swope Park Rangers.
Speedway Soccer 50: Connor Sparrow Interview + Atlanta Recap
May 07, 2019 05:10 - 1 ByteWe're joined by Connor Sparrow, goalkeeper for Nashville SC, for our first player interview of the season. He talks about how he ended up in Nashville, career goals, and what the team can accomplish in 2019. Davey, Sloop and Andy also recap Nashville's 2-0 win in Atlanta, and preview their midweek home match against Tampa Bay Rowdies. Head over to speedwaysoccer.com for more Nashville soccer news in the buildup to Wednesday night's match.
Speedway Soccer: 49: Atlanta United 2 Preview with Jason Longshore
May 02, 2019 02:47 - 1 ByteDavey sits down with Jason Longshore, the radio voice of Atlanta United, to preview Nashville's upcoming match against ATL UTD 2. They talk specifics of the match, as well as looking at Nashville's transition to Major League Soccer next season. Look for our match preview at www.speedwaysoccer.com.
Speedway Soccer 48: Self Destruction In The Steel City
April 29, 2019 23:59 - 1 ByteDavey, Ben, and Slape recap Nashville's 2-2 draw in Pittsburgh. They review how Nashville conceded twice in the last five minutes and talk about how the 3-5-2 formation could work moving forward. Look out for more content in the buildup to Nashville's match in Atlanta this weekend at www.speedwaysoccer.com.
Speedway Soccer #47: Riverhounds Preview with MonGoals
April 26, 2019 16:06 - 1 ByteDavey talks with Justin Ashcraft of MonGoals (@MonGoals - Pittsburgh's Soccer Podcast) to preview Nashville SC's upcoming match away to the Riverhounds. Make sure to check their podcast out, and check out speedwaysoccer.com for all your Nashville Soccer news.
Speedway Soccer #46: Reality Check In Charleston
April 24, 2019 04:12 - 1 ByteDavey and Ben sit down to recap Nashville's 3-1 loss in Charleston and figure out what went wrong for the Boys In Gold. They look at the defensive mistakes that led to the loss and look at some possible solutions to some of Nashville's issues. Look out for a preview of this weekend's match in Pittsburgh with our friends at Mon Goals, as well as more content at speedwaysoccer.com.
Speedway Soccer #45: Ropapa Mensah, Supersub
April 16, 2019 01:30 - 1 ByteSlape, Ben, Andy and Sloop sit down to recap Nashville's 2-0 win against Memphis 901 FC. After a 78 minute weather delay and 78 minutes of scoreless play, Nashville finally broke through with Matt LaGrassa and Ropapa Mensah. Look out for a preview of Nashville's upcoming match away to Charleston Battery later this week, and check out www.speedwaysoccer.com for all your Nashville Soccer news.
Speedway Soccer #44: John Freeman & Memphis 901 FC Preview
April 12, 2019 04:00 - 1 ByteSlape sits down with Scotty Smith of the 901 Soccer Pod to preview Nashville's upcoming match at home against Memphis 901 FC. Follow them @901SoccerPod for all the latest coverage of Memphis soccer. In the second segment, Davey talks with John Freeman, the play-by-play announcer and TV voice of Nashville SC. Tune in to MyTV30 this Saturday at 7PM to hear him call Nashville's match against Memphis. For all your latest Nashville soccer news, visit speedwaysoccer.com
Speedway Soccer #43: Best Away Win In Club History
April 09, 2019 00:19 - 1 ByteDavey, Sloop, and Ben break down Nashville's 3-0 win away against Ottawa Fury. Could this be the start of the attack fans have been hoping for? Stay tuned for our preview of Nashville's home match against Memphis 901 this weekend, and be sure to check out speedwaysoccer.com for all your Nashville soccer news.