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The Sporting Pod

Cole Pepper

Conversation about Sporting JAX, soccer in Jacksonville and around the world.

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00:33:42

What would you rather win?

The Sporting Pod ·

2025/03/13

Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti and Mauricio Ruiz discuss whether winning the Premier League or the Champions League is more rewarding. Plus, we hear from the St. Johns Country Day girls soccer state champions. How the Spartans' grit and adaptability--plus a great plan--led to the program's 15th state championship. Also, what we can learn from Mauricio Pochettino's roster selection for the USMNT ahead of the Nations League.Music by Batsauce

00:26:24

Hearing from the state champions Bartram Trail

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2025/03/06

We hear from members of the Bartram Trail girls soccer team that won the school's fourth state championship in dramatic fashion, scoring the winning goal with just seconds remaining in the second overtime period. Plus, Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti and Mauricio Ruiz preview the USL Championship season, and take a look ahead to the Premier League schedule for this weekend.Music by Batsauce

00:22:32

The latest on the Sporting JAX Foundation

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2025/02/28

Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti and Mauricio Ruiz discuss what the Sporting JAX Foundation has been up to. Plus, what to take away from the USWNT loss to Japan and a look ahead to the 5th round of the FA Cup.Music by Batsauce

00:35:16

How Pro/Rel might work in the USL

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2025/02/23

Cole, Tony, and Mauricio discuss the possibility of promotion/relegation in the USL and how it could operate within a three-tiered system. Plus, a look at the Champions League round of 16 and this weekend's Premier League action.Music by Batsauce

00:30:33

Massive news from the USL

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2025/02/13

Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti and Mauricio Ruiz discuss the huge announcement from the USL of the plan to launch a first-division league to compete with MLS. What does that mean for the soccer landscape in the United States and what does it mean for Sporting JAX? Plus, the USL Super League resumes the inaugural season and we look back on the amazing finish in the final Merseyside Derby at Goodison Park.Music by Batsauce

00:25:33

What Sporting JAX USL Super League is working on

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2025/02/06

Cole Pepper, Mauricio Ruiz and Tony Allegretti discuss what's happening behind the scenes with Sporting JAX USL Super League team and what fans can look forward to in the coming months. Plus, a closer look at the Champions League, the first round of the US Open Cup, FA Cup and a look ahead to the Liverpool Derby.Music by Batsauce

00:32:12

Best episode ever

The Sporting Pod ·

2025/01/30

Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti and Mauricio Ruiz discuss Tyler Adams joining ownership in a USL club and what that decision tells us about the future of promotion/relegation in the USL. Plus, a major signing in the USL Super League. A closer look at the Champions League heading to the next phase and a look ahead to the Premier League weekend.Music by Batsauce

00:27:42

What we saw in Orlando

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2025/01/23

Cole Pepper and Tony Allegretti discuss the USMNT's 3-0 win over Costa Rica in Orlando and what they learned about Orlando's stadium that could carry over to Jacksonville. Plus, former Bolles standout and Florida Elite alum Avery Patterson discusses her experience with the USWNT's Futures Camp. A look at the Champions League and the Premier League weekend ahead.Music by Batsauce

00:29:05

Should we buy a bus?

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2025/01/16

The US Men's and Women's National Teams are both getting into January camps with very different goals, challenges and opportunities. Cole Pepper and Mauricio Ruiz discuss. Plus, we hear from one of the stars of the Fletcher girls soccer team. Plus, should we buy the bus from the Kings Head pub? And a look ahead to the Premier League week to come.Music by Batsauce

00:28:39

Interesting month for US Soccer

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2025/01/09

Cole Pepper, Mauricio Ruiz, and Tony Allegretti discuss the upcoming camps for the USMNT and USWNT, including the Futures Roster who will train with the women's national team. Among the Future's Roster is Jacksonville native Avery Patterson. Plus, we hear from three members of the Wolfson High School boys soccer program enjoying their best season in at least a decade. And we look ahead to the restart of the Premier League schedule.Music by Batsauce

00:30:58

Big announcements in 2025

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2024/12/19

Cole Pepper and Mauricio Ruiz look ahead to the big announcements coming in 2025. From stadium plans to a Sporting Director to the first women signed to the USL Super League club. Plus, who deserved the FIFA Best XI and a look ahead to the upcoming Premier League schedule.Music by Batsauce

00:27:46

The highlights of 2024

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2024/12/12

Cole Pepper and Mauricio Ruiz look back on the year that was. 2024 saw great growth for Sporting JAX and sets the club up to debut on the field in 2025. What were the most memorable moments? Plus, some big clubs are in trouble in the Champions League and we look ahead to the weekend's biggest Premier League fixtures.Music by Batsauce

00:20:18

The big announcement in 2024

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2024/12/06

Cole Pepper and Tony Allegretti look back on the big announcement of Sporting JAX’s women’s team kicking off in the USL Super League starting in August 2025 at UNF’s Hodges Stadium. Plus we look ahead to the next big "tentpole” announcements coming in the new year. Mauricio Ruiz chimes in on the announcement and we hear from UNF athletic director Nick Morrow on why the partnership works for the university. Music by Batsauce

00:26:51

Preparing for the final

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2024/11/21

The USL Championship final is set. What to expect from the matchup from Mauricio Ruiz. Plus, Tony Allegretti's experience at the Eastern Conference Finals. We take a closer look at the UNF Men's soccer team, who qualified for the NCAAs this season. And a look ahead to the Premier League weekend.Music by Batsauce

00:29:21

What's changing in the USL Championship

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2024/11/14

We look forward to the changes coming in the USL Championship. Plus Tony Allegretti checks in from SoccerX in Miami. Mauricio Ruiz reviews the USL Championship's all-league picks.To reserve free tickets for the All Nations Soccer championships, click here. Music by Batsauce

00:21:51

Narrowing the field

The Sporting Pod ·

2024/11/07

The USL Championship playoffs are down to eight teams. Who will survive to the final four this weekend. Plus, where Sporting JAX will be on Saturday and why you should join. Cole Pepper and Tony Allegretti discuss. Music by Batsauce

00:33:28

The playoffs begin

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2024/10/31

Cole Pepper, Tony Allegretti and Mauricio Ruiz preview the USL Championship playoffs. Plus, how teams compare this season in attendance. What Mauricio learned while watching the US Women's National Team and what to expect from the USMNT.

00:26:57

Tony returns from England

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2024/10/24

After a trip to England, Tony Allegretti recounts his experiences. From business development to visiting soccer clubs and catching some matches to his favorite meal, Tony gives a behind-the-scenes report on his work in the U.K. Plus, Cole Pepper looks back at the High School Soccer media day, and Tony and Cole discuss whether MLS will move to a Fall-to-Spring

00:29:42

Which leagues are the best?

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2024/10/17

Of all of the leagues in the world, which are the best? Does it matter to fans of the teams in those leagues? Cole Pepper, Mauricio Ruiz and Tony Allegretti discuss. Plus, what's Tony doing in England this week? We also look ahead to the second high school soccer media day.

00:31:08

We welcome a new teammate

The Sporting Pod ·

2024/10/03

Cole Pepper, Mauricio Ruiz and Tony Allegretti are joined by the newest front office employee of the club, Sara Garcia-Malone. What led her to Sporting JAX and what she sees in the future. Plus, the lessons Tony Allegretti learned on the Chamber of Commerce leadership trip to Indianapolis. We also talk Champions League and look ahead to the weekend of the Premier League.

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