CFC guide to: Supporters Groups - AC Valkyries

Welcome to episode 50 of Casual FC!! Thats right, he just hit the big 5-0. We are so excited to have done all these episodes so far and looking to have lots more with each and every single one of you. As usual, we talk the upcoming matchup with Bay FC, players to watch on their team, players to watch on our own team and a fun lil giveaway that you’ll just have to listen to find out about. Here's to episode 50, and here's to an epic season ahead. Let's rock this!FOLLOW US ON SOCIALINSTAGRAM | TWITTER | TIKTOK | THREADSSUPPORT THE POD1) Leave a review where ever you listen!2) Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.com3) Buy us a coffee at buymeacoffe.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod00:00 Kicking Off with Episode 50: Celebrations and Surprises01:15 Celebrating 50 Episodes: A Journey of Dedication01:48 Previewing Angel City FC's Season and Upcoming Match02:38 Navigating NWSL Plus and Game Broadcast Challenges03:18 Game Day Preparations and Personal Updates03:54 Reflecting on the 50th Episode Milestone and Season Kickoff05:17 Angel City FC's Strategy and Roster Insights16:39 Anticipating the Matchup with Bay FC: Strategies and Key Players26:10 Celebrating Asisat Oshoala's Impact and African Soccer27:16 Anticipation for Asisat Oshoala's Debut with Bay FC28:13 Bay FC's Impressive Signings and Financial Strategy28:31 Bay FC's Potential for Success in the Upcoming Season29:11 Spotlight on Angel City's Key Players30:17 Messiah Bright: A Rising Star at Angel City33:46 Madison Hammond: A Defensive Midfielder to Watch36:25 Clarisse Le Bihan’s New Role and Expectations40:04 Fan Engagement and the Upcoming Game's Excitement45:17 Game Day Tips and Stadium Information50:51 Supporting the Podcast and Wrapping Up ★ Support this podcast ★

13 Mars 202453min

Hey everyone, it’s Angela here from Casual FC! In this super chill episode, I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Jackie, the powerhouse behind Women Kick Balls. We've been itching to get her on the show since day one because, honestly, Jackie is just dope. We dove right into her journey of braving the sports journalism world, a path she boldly chose despite being told it was a dying field. And let me tell you, the story behind the name 'Women Kick Balls' is as cool as it gets, partly inspired by Sydney Leroux’s Twitter bio and fully backed by the most important men in her life. We also got into the nitty-gritty of the NWSL season - from the excitement around expansion teams and rookies to the curious case of off-season moves and the ever-rotating coaching carousel. Jackie shared some insightful and funny experiences from attending games, navigating the sports journalism world, and the importance of representation in media. And yes, there were lots of laughs, some insider's look into the freelancing grind, and anticipation for what's shaping up to be a bonkers NWSL season. And of course, we couldn’t help but get a bit nostalgic about the legends of the game while looking forward to the fresh faces. So, hit play and join us for an episode filled with soccer love, giggles, and maybe a tiny bit of fangirling over Jackie and everything she's doing over at Women Kick Balls.FOLLOW US ON SOCIALINSTAGRAM | TWITTER | TIKTOK | THREADSSUPPORT THE POD1) Leave a review where ever you listen!2) Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.com3) Buy us a coffee at buymeacoffe.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod00:00 Introduction and Behind the Scenes00:32 Welcome to the Podcast and Guest Introduction01:54 Jackie's Journey in Soccer Journalism01:58 The Birth of 'Women Kick Balls'04:26 Jackie's Freelance Life and Soccer Coverage05:09 Fun Interactions and Stories06:10 Recalling the Draft Day11:24 Looking Forward to the New Soccer Season11:32 Excitement for New Teams and Rookies12:39 Anticipation for Off-Season Moves and Coaches13:46 Reflecting on Changes in the League15:20 Discussing Age and Athletic Performance15:49 Reflecting on Soccer Legends16:42 Anticipating the Energy of West Coast Teams17:21 Debating Time Zones and Game Schedules19:50 Experiencing Soccer as a Fan21:13 Navigating the World of Sports Journalism24:40 Anticipating the Upcoming Soccer Season27:13 Wrapping Up and Looking Forward ★ Support this podcast ★

11 Mars 202428min

11 DAYS TILL ACFC KICKOFF!!We gear up for the Angel City 2024 season in what seems like a fun an optimistic season ahead. We cover and discuss the team's structure, their acquisitions, potential slots, and upcoming game strategies. We also talk about player injuries and those on loan. Mario makes a big apology for wrong information about the roster rules and wants to correct it. And we also get a visit from some very special (tiny) guests, some that are vets on the pod and others that are brand new. SEE YOU ALL AT BMO!!!FOLLOW US ON SOCIALINSTAGRAM | TWITTER | TIKTOK | THREADSSUPPORT THE POD1) Leave a review where ever you listen!2) Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.com3) Buy us a coffee at buymeacoffe.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at https://casualfc.com/support-woso-pod00:00 Introduction and Casual FC Welcome01:28 Countdown to the Season and Challenges02:55 Impact of Game Changes and Traveling Fans04:32 The Excitement of Game Day06:01 2024 Angel City Season Preview08:07 Roster Rules and Corrections12:45 Current State of ACFC14:54 Detailed Breakdown of Player Positions18:27 Expectations and Predictions for the Season34:39 Discussing Player Performances and Injuries35:37 The Importance of Recovery and Patience36:09 Reflecting on Age and Experience in the Team37:00 The Impact of Training and Team Cohesion38:14 The Power of Individual Practice and Group Excellence38:49 Anticipating the New Season and Player Contracts40:10 Defining a Successful Season for ACFC50:59 The Excitement of Young Fans for the New Season54:20 The Importance of Fan Support and Broadcasting Challenges01:01:34 Wrapping Up and Looking Forward to the First Match ★ Support this podcast ★

6 Mars 20241h 6min

Let's Talk NWSL 2024! All Teams, Key Players, Strategies and ExcitementPodcast hosts, Mario and Angela, dive deep into a chat about the upcoming 2024 NWSL season, covering every team in an alphabetical order. The duo shares lowdown on player transfers, speculates strategies, and gives their thoughts on how each team might fare. They also touch upon the new broadcasting deal for NWSL and how it changes the schedule of games. To wrap up, they share their anticipation for the new season by cheering on their favorite team, Angel City FC.FOLLOW US ON SOCIALINSTAGRAM | TWITTER | TIKTOK | THREADSSUPPORT THE POD1) Leave a review where ever you listen!2) Buy fun merch at shop.casualfc.com3) Buy us a coffee at buymeacoffe.com/casualfcpodFind other great WoSo pods at CasualFC.com00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates00:45 Angel City FC: A Season Preview02:03 Looking Forward: The 2024 NWSL Season02:30 Recap of the Last Season08:05 The New Teams: Bay FC and Utah Royals08:53 Deep Dive into the Teams: BFC to Chicago Red Stars13:41 Deep Dive into the Teams: Houston Dash to Kansas City Current15:22 Deep Dive into the Teams: Gotham to North Carolina Courage29:26 Deep Dive into the Teams: Orlando Pride and Portland Thorns34:40 Discussing the League's Performance and Player Trades35:18 Speculating on Player Retirements and Team Dynamics36:32 Analyzing Portland's Strategy and Player Lineup37:36 Exploring the Challenges and Changes in Racing Louisville40:31 Unpacking the San Diego Wave's Recent Moves43:40 Reflecting on the Seattle Reign's Veteran Losses45:28 Anticipating the Performance of Utah's New Team47:54 Assessing the Washington Spirit's Team Changes51:58 Looking Forward to Angel City's Season Preview53:50 Navigating the NWSL's New Broadcasting Deal01:03:45 Wrapping Up and Sharing Final Thoughts ★ Support this podcast ★

28 Feb 20241h 6min

Community and Support Series - Get to know 1 of the 6 official Supporters Groups (SGs) that make up the heart and soul of La Forteleza in the north end of the stadium.Hosts Mario Salazar and Angela Morales of Casual FC are joined by guests Shayla and Kris from the Supporters Group, AC Pandemonium. They discuss their early introduction and collective love for soccer, their experiences watching women's soccer, and the formation and ethos of AC Pandemonium. The group values radical inclusion and aims to foster a vibrant supporter culture. Their favorite ACFC memories, various game experiences, and encouragement for others to join the community are also shared.00:31 Introduction and Welcoming Guests01:11 Getting to Know the Guests: Shayla and Kris02:38 The Age Gap and Its Impact04:17 The Evolution of the Supporter Group07:08 The Importance of Community in Sports10:02 The Journey to Soccer and the Formation of Pandemonium20:49 The Role of Pandemonium in the Soccer Community31:21 The Art of Succinct Communication32:29 The Struggles of Non-Native English Speakers33:29 Teaching English in Asia: A Personal Perspective34:13 The Power of Podcasts34:25 Memories of Soccer and Sports35:53 The Impact of Women's Soccer44:10 The Turning Point in Angel City's History46:15 The Joy of Winning and the Pain of Losing49:37 The Role of Supporters in Soccer Culture51:00 The Future of Angel City and Women's Soccer ★ Support this podcast ★

21 Feb 202456min

Community and Support Series - Get to know 1 of the 6 official Supporters Groups (SGs) that make up the heart and soul of La Forteleza in the north end of the stadium.Hosts Mario Salazar and Angela Morales engage in an insightful conversation with Emily and Myte from PodeRosas, a supporters group for Angel City FC. They discuss their personal stories, experiences in the sports world, and how they got involved with PodeRosas. The conversation centers on building a family-friendly, queer-friendly, women-centered community within the football fandom, rooted in social justice and activism. They discuss the group's formation, activities, mission, and their plans and expectations for the upcoming season. The podcast recognizes the crucial role of supporters groups as a vibrant, collective voice and community in soccer.Follow PodeRosas on Instagram - @poderosas_acfcFollow PodeRosas FC Radio on Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/poderosas-fc-radio/id169647289700:33 Introduction and Welcoming the Hosts00:53 Getting to Know the Supporters Group: PodeRosas01:47 Personal Stories: How Emily and Myte Got Involved in Soccer03:28 The Birth of PodeRosas: A Women-Centered Supporters Group14:21 The Journey of Joining PodeRosas17:28 The Importance of Community in PodeRosas19:43 The Challenges and Rewards of Running a Supporter Group20:07 The Significance of the Capitalized 'R'21:03 Memorable Moments with Angel City21:49 Experiencing the World Cup22:26 The Joy of Away Games27:14 Finding Your Supporter Group29:01 Engaging with the Community33:15 Looking Forward to the 2024 Season35:40 Wrapping Up and How to Support the Podcast ★ Support this podcast ★

21 Feb 202437min

Community and Support Series - Get to know 1 of the 6 official Supporters Groups (SGs) that make up the heart and soul of La Forteleza in the north end of the stadium.Hosts Angela Morales and Mario Salazar share their deep passion for soccer, focusing on their interview with Ruby Badio, a member of the Angel City supporter group 'Mosaic 1781'. They reflect on the group's formation, its diverse membership, community activities, and their personal journeys from soccer fans to lead supporters. The podcast is not just about sharing experiences; it's also a platform for fostering the community spirit of 'Mosaic 1781'. 00:31 Introduction and Casual Banter01:04 Getting to Know the Guest: Ruby from Mosaic 178104:28 Ruby's Soccer Journey and Connection to Angel City06:55 The Impact of Soccer in Ruby's Life15:06 The Formation and Vibe of Mosaic 178120:34 Mosaic 1781's Community Involvement and Tailgate Culture27:41 The OGs and the Passion for Soccer28:23 The Vibe of Enjoying Soccer at Different Levels29:04 The Diversity and Unity in Soccer Fans29:43 The Emotional Connection with the Team31:24 The Excitement and Disappointment in Soccer Games32:40 The Personal Interactions with Soccer Players37:25 The Love and Passion for the Team38:23 The Community Building in Soccer43:53 The Future Plans and Events of Mosaic 178151:10 The Importance of Supporter Groups in Soccer ★ Support this podcast ★

21 Feb 202453min

Community and Support Series - Get to know 1 of the 6 official Supporters Groups (SGs) that make up the heart and soul of La Forteleza in the north end of the stadium.In this episode of Casual FC, hosts Mario Salazar and Angela Morales talk with Tory of the founding Supporters Group Rebellion 99. Tory discusses their Costa Rican roots, their lifelong love for soccer and their coaching career. They share details about the formation and mission of Rebellion 99, highlighting their community spirit and connection to Angel City FC. The conversation also includes Tory's impressions of some memorable games and players, and her hopes for fostering further fan engagement.00:00 Introduction and Casual FC00:56 Getting to Know Tory03:17 Tory's Soccer Journey05:04 Tory's Coaching Career08:10 Tory's Favorite Soccer Memories14:55 The Formation of Rebellion 9917:30 The Mission and Community of Rebellion 9919:10 Trading Cards and Nostalgia21:29 The Joy of Collecting Pins and Trading Cards22:13 The Importance of Representation in Sports25:00 Memorable Moments with ACFC28:56 The Excitement of Away Games and Rivalries29:53 Engaging with the Rebellion 99 Community31:30 Upcoming Events and Plans for the Season37:02 Final Thoughts and Encouragement to Join the Rebellion ★ Support this podcast ★

21 Feb 202439min