Brett Mullenix
@brettmullenix.bsky.social
Indianapolis, IN
Co-Host USL Show's KitSZN
Writer for Protagonist and Beyond the 90
Urbanism and Soccer
Co-Host USL Show's KitSZN
Writer for Protagonist and Beyond the 90
Urbanism and Soccer
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Indy Eleven Update: February 2026
More signings for the Boys in Blue - Paco Craig highlights January signings. Preseason schedule released, USL's Pyramid announced, US Open Cup matchup vs Des Moines Menace and USL W Division Alignment
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Indy Eleven Update: February 2026
More signings for the Boys in Blue - Paco Craig highlights January signings. Preseason schedule released, USL's Pyramid announced, US Open Cup matchup vs Des Moines Menace and USL W Division Alignment
open.substack.com/pub/beyondth...
More signings for the Boys in Blue - Paco Craig highlights January signings. Preseason schedule released, USL's Pyramid announced, US Open Cup matchup vs Des Moines Menace and USL W Division Alignment
open.substack.com/pub/beyondth...
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NEW: Minnesota United CSO Khaled El-Ahmad on adding James Rodriguez to “evolve the culture,” a late-winter surprise in a “mentally tough” moment amidst Metro Surge.
“This is the right place for him because of the community, how we stand up for each other.”
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
“This is the right place for him because of the community, how we stand up for each other.”
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
Why James Rodríguez signed in Minnesota amid a federal occupation
The Colombian icon joined the MLS side in a short-term deal with an eye toward fitness for the 2026 World Cup
www.theguardian.com
February 13, 2026 at 3:01 PM
NEW: Minnesota United CSO Khaled El-Ahmad on adding James Rodriguez to “evolve the culture,” a late-winter surprise in a “mentally tough” moment amidst Metro Surge.
“This is the right place for him because of the community, how we stand up for each other.”
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
“This is the right place for him because of the community, how we stand up for each other.”
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
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2025's USL League One Young Player of the Year Mark Bronnik heads to Tacoma Defiance after the Sounders organization pays an undisclosed transfer fee to Union Omaha. He's the second 19 year old to be transferred out of USL League One this week after Griffin Garnett.
Union Omaha Transfers Young Player of the Year Mark Bronnik to Tacoma Defiance
The breakout midfielder heads to Seattle's organization on an undisclosed fee
beyondthe90.substack.com
February 13, 2026 at 6:54 PM
2025's USL League One Young Player of the Year Mark Bronnik heads to Tacoma Defiance after the Sounders organization pays an undisclosed transfer fee to Union Omaha. He's the second 19 year old to be transferred out of USL League One this week after Griffin Garnett.
Since no one asked, here is how I would rank the latest MLS Kits.
You can find out how you rank them here: bzzlghtyr.github.io/full-kit-ran...
You can find out how you rank them here: bzzlghtyr.github.io/full-kit-ran...
February 13, 2026 at 3:48 AM
Since no one asked, here is how I would rank the latest MLS Kits.
You can find out how you rank them here: bzzlghtyr.github.io/full-kit-ran...
You can find out how you rank them here: bzzlghtyr.github.io/full-kit-ran...
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#DCU is hoping to bring #MLSNextPro and #WoSo to Baltimore with the building of a new stadium in a joint venture with the City of Baltimore and investment by NBA Hall of Famer Carmelo Anthony.
thedistrictpress.com/2026/02/12/d...
thedistrictpress.com/2026/02/12/d...
DC United announces updates on Baltimore initiatives, including new stadium
DC United is putting even more of a push into expanding its reach into Baltimore. Today, at a joint press conference at Port Discovery Children’s Museum in Baltimore, DC United co-owner Jason…
thedistrictpress.com
February 12, 2026 at 7:19 PM
#DCU is hoping to bring #MLSNextPro and #WoSo to Baltimore with the building of a new stadium in a joint venture with the City of Baltimore and investment by NBA Hall of Famer Carmelo Anthony.
thedistrictpress.com/2026/02/12/d...
thedistrictpress.com/2026/02/12/d...
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Join us tonight at 9pm EST for another live edition of KitSZN!
This time we look into all the doodles done with blue in this weeks episode - KitSZN: The Doodles of Blue.
Salem City drops in, while One Knox throws it back, & DC Power powers forward into 2026.
www.youtube.com/live/sbuJjc0...
This time we look into all the doodles done with blue in this weeks episode - KitSZN: The Doodles of Blue.
Salem City drops in, while One Knox throws it back, & DC Power powers forward into 2026.
www.youtube.com/live/sbuJjc0...
February 12, 2026 at 7:52 PM
Join us tonight at 9pm EST for another live edition of KitSZN!
This time we look into all the doodles done with blue in this weeks episode - KitSZN: The Doodles of Blue.
Salem City drops in, while One Knox throws it back, & DC Power powers forward into 2026.
www.youtube.com/live/sbuJjc0...
This time we look into all the doodles done with blue in this weeks episode - KitSZN: The Doodles of Blue.
Salem City drops in, while One Knox throws it back, & DC Power powers forward into 2026.
www.youtube.com/live/sbuJjc0...
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Why Monterey Bay FC’s New Strategic Partnership with FC Pachuca is Such a Big Deal.
medium.com/the-union-re...
#soccer #sports #mbfc #futbol #footy #usl #uslchampionship #ligamx
medium.com/the-union-re...
#soccer #sports #mbfc #futbol #footy #usl #uslchampionship #ligamx
Why Monterey Bay FC’s New Strategic Partnership with FC Pachuca is Such a Big Deal
Joining forces with the Liga MX side has the potential to be one of the biggest moments in MBFC’s young history
medium.com
February 12, 2026 at 3:38 PM
Why Monterey Bay FC’s New Strategic Partnership with FC Pachuca is Such a Big Deal.
medium.com/the-union-re...
#soccer #sports #mbfc #futbol #footy #usl #uslchampionship #ligamx
medium.com/the-union-re...
#soccer #sports #mbfc #futbol #footy #usl #uslchampionship #ligamx
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MY 2026 PLANS! (so far)
So many games to see in 2026, which means there are so many places I'd like to be!
Whether it's at home in St. Louis or venturing into new wilds, deserts, or just simply brand new clubs, here's what's in store in 2026!
youtu.be/qbnJR6yW7mM
So many games to see in 2026, which means there are so many places I'd like to be!
Whether it's at home in St. Louis or venturing into new wilds, deserts, or just simply brand new clubs, here's what's in store in 2026!
youtu.be/qbnJR6yW7mM
Here's My USL And Non-League Plans For 2026 (So Far)
YouTube video by Soccer Zombie
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February 12, 2026 at 4:47 PM
MY 2026 PLANS! (so far)
So many games to see in 2026, which means there are so many places I'd like to be!
Whether it's at home in St. Louis or venturing into new wilds, deserts, or just simply brand new clubs, here's what's in store in 2026!
youtu.be/qbnJR6yW7mM
So many games to see in 2026, which means there are so many places I'd like to be!
Whether it's at home in St. Louis or venturing into new wilds, deserts, or just simply brand new clubs, here's what's in store in 2026!
youtu.be/qbnJR6yW7mM
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Imagine being a scout for Ferencvárosi and looking up Kickers history.
“Wait, their mascot is a what?”
“Wait, their mascot is a what?”
February 12, 2026 at 3:45 PM
Imagine being a scout for Ferencvárosi and looking up Kickers history.
“Wait, their mascot is a what?”
“Wait, their mascot is a what?”
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Introducing the City Lights Kit for Spokane Velocity
February 12, 2026 at 12:47 AM
Introducing the City Lights Kit for Spokane Velocity
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Juan Solís, a 21-year-old defender from Colombia, has joined the Fort Wayne Football Club roster. The 6-foot-8 Solís played professionally last season for Real Santander, a second-division professional club based in Bucaramanga, Colombia.
www.fortwaynefc.com/news/2026/02...
www.fortwaynefc.com/news/2026/02...
February 11, 2026 at 8:33 PM
Juan Solís, a 21-year-old defender from Colombia, has joined the Fort Wayne Football Club roster. The 6-foot-8 Solís played professionally last season for Real Santander, a second-division professional club based in Bucaramanga, Colombia.
www.fortwaynefc.com/news/2026/02...
www.fortwaynefc.com/news/2026/02...
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MLS Announces Plan To Replace Matt Doyle With AI Chatbot Of Simon Borg That Will Cover Polymarket Parlays
www.thenutmegnews.com/current/2026...
www.thenutmegnews.com/current/2026...
MLS Announces Plan To Replace Matt Doyle With AI Chatbot Of Simon Borg That Will Cover Polymarket Parlays — The Nutmeg News
Major League Soccer (MLS) announced their plan, today, to replace Matt “Armchair Analyst” Doyle with an AI chatbot of Simon Borg that will exclusively cover Polymarket Parlays.
www.thenutmegnews.com
February 11, 2026 at 6:50 PM
MLS Announces Plan To Replace Matt Doyle With AI Chatbot Of Simon Borg That Will Cover Polymarket Parlays
www.thenutmegnews.com/current/2026...
www.thenutmegnews.com/current/2026...
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All 30 of the 2026 MLS kits have been revealed: Here's our complete Power Rankings
Spoiler alert: Inter Miami's "Car Valet Kit" (not the real name) didn't do so good
Spoiler alert: Inter Miami's "Car Valet Kit" (not the real name) didn't do so good
Power Ranking the 2026 MLS kits
We look at all 30 of the 2026 MLS, and pass ruthless judgement on every one. Spoiler alert: Inter Miami's "Car Valet Kit" (not the real name) didn't place well.
www.hudsonriverblue.com
February 11, 2026 at 6:04 PM
All 30 of the 2026 MLS kits have been revealed: Here's our complete Power Rankings
Spoiler alert: Inter Miami's "Car Valet Kit" (not the real name) didn't do so good
Spoiler alert: Inter Miami's "Car Valet Kit" (not the real name) didn't do so good
As a kit nerd, this is my favorite time of the year. All the MLS kits (+ all the articles), USL and CPL kits all getting released.
All the kit content really means - North American soccer is back season is back
All the kit content really means - North American soccer is back season is back
February 11, 2026 at 6:49 PM
As a kit nerd, this is my favorite time of the year. All the MLS kits (+ all the articles), USL and CPL kits all getting released.
All the kit content really means - North American soccer is back season is back
All the kit content really means - North American soccer is back season is back
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Ah yes, it’s my favorite time of the year, the day when I, a man who can barely dress himself, talks about fashion.
My favorite and least favorite MLS kits of 2026, on @us.theguardian.com: www.theguardian.com/football/202...
My favorite and least favorite MLS kits of 2026, on @us.theguardian.com: www.theguardian.com/football/202...
The five most noteworthy MLS kits of 2026: Tie-dye, Tina Turner and more
The Grateful Dead and some other interesting influences define the best and worst of this year’s crop of tops
www.theguardian.com
February 11, 2026 at 4:54 PM
Ah yes, it’s my favorite time of the year, the day when I, a man who can barely dress himself, talks about fashion.
My favorite and least favorite MLS kits of 2026, on @us.theguardian.com: www.theguardian.com/football/202...
My favorite and least favorite MLS kits of 2026, on @us.theguardian.com: www.theguardian.com/football/202...
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I ranked all 30 new MLS jerseys using the power of Science™.
Ranking new kits for all 30 MLS clubs
We ranked every new kit from Major League Soccer's 2026 jersey week!
www.sixonefivesoccer.com
February 11, 2026 at 5:00 PM
I ranked all 30 new MLS jerseys using the power of Science™.
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2026 MLS Kit Reviews
Insults only
Starting off with the “Where’s the rest of the Barbershop Quartet” kit
Insults only
Starting off with the “Where’s the rest of the Barbershop Quartet” kit
February 11, 2026 at 12:04 AM
2026 MLS Kit Reviews
Insults only
Starting off with the “Where’s the rest of the Barbershop Quartet” kit
Insults only
Starting off with the “Where’s the rest of the Barbershop Quartet” kit
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Fifteen years ago, I got my dream job writing for MLSsoccer. Last week, that came to an end.
I'm off on my own, and it's time to build something new – with a little help from all of you.
tacticsfreezone.ghost.io/an-end-to-my...
I'm off on my own, and it's time to build something new – with a little help from all of you.
tacticsfreezone.ghost.io/an-end-to-my...
February 11, 2026 at 5:57 PM
Fifteen years ago, I got my dream job writing for MLSsoccer. Last week, that came to an end.
I'm off on my own, and it's time to build something new – with a little help from all of you.
tacticsfreezone.ghost.io/an-end-to-my...
I'm off on my own, and it's time to build something new – with a little help from all of you.
tacticsfreezone.ghost.io/an-end-to-my...
Now this is getting out of hand
A bill in the Iowa State Senate was introduced seeking an expansion of its economic growth attraction program with a goal of luring an NFL franchise, specifically the Chicago Bears.
“While Illinois and Indiana squabble over this issue, we are ready to get off the sidelines and into the game."
“While Illinois and Indiana squabble over this issue, we are ready to get off the sidelines and into the game."
February 11, 2026 at 4:45 AM
Now this is getting out of hand
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another USL taxpayers funded stadium sportstalknyfan.com/news/the-cit...
The City Of Omaha Is Ready To Build A Soccer Stadium - Sports Talk New York Fan
USL owners are getting financial help to build venues. There is a wave of small stadiums being built for United Soccer League tier two and tier three level franchises around the country. The various ...
sportstalknyfan.com
February 10, 2026 at 10:35 PM
another USL taxpayers funded stadium sportstalknyfan.com/news/the-cit...
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YouTube TV announced the creation of a sports-focused monthly subscription plan that would carry most available live sports at a $20-per-month discount to its existing one-size-fits-all plan.
The sports-specific plan will cost about $65 per month for existing YouTube TV subscribers.
The sports-specific plan will cost about $65 per month for existing YouTube TV subscribers.
February 9, 2026 at 6:14 PM
YouTube TV announced the creation of a sports-focused monthly subscription plan that would carry most available live sports at a $20-per-month discount to its existing one-size-fits-all plan.
The sports-specific plan will cost about $65 per month for existing YouTube TV subscribers.
The sports-specific plan will cost about $65 per month for existing YouTube TV subscribers.
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I'm not sure there's any group more responsible for the surveillance state-ification of everything than parents who simply refuse to do any parenting of their kids.
Nobody should have to submit photo ID to Discord because Johnny won't monitor his 12 year old.
www.theverge.com/tech/875309/...
Nobody should have to submit photo ID to Discord because Johnny won't monitor his 12 year old.
www.theverge.com/tech/875309/...
Discord will require a face scan or ID for full access next month
Age verification for all.
www.theverge.com
February 9, 2026 at 3:42 PM
I'm not sure there's any group more responsible for the surveillance state-ification of everything than parents who simply refuse to do any parenting of their kids.
Nobody should have to submit photo ID to Discord because Johnny won't monitor his 12 year old.
www.theverge.com/tech/875309/...
Nobody should have to submit photo ID to Discord because Johnny won't monitor his 12 year old.
www.theverge.com/tech/875309/...
MLS to Indy Effort Hits Wall - Heliport Stadium Dead?
Following legal challanges about Heliport Sale to the City, lack of funding from the state, Indianapolis' effort to bring a MLS side to the Circle City has hit a wall.
open.substack.com/pub/beyondth...
Following legal challanges about Heliport Sale to the City, lack of funding from the state, Indianapolis' effort to bring a MLS side to the Circle City has hit a wall.
open.substack.com/pub/beyondth...
MLS to Indy Effort Hits Wall - Heliport Stadium Dead?
Following legal challanges about Heliport Sale to the City, lack of funding from the state, Indianapolis' effort to bring a MLS side to the Circle City has hit a wall.
open.substack.com
February 9, 2026 at 3:12 PM
MLS to Indy Effort Hits Wall - Heliport Stadium Dead?
Following legal challanges about Heliport Sale to the City, lack of funding from the state, Indianapolis' effort to bring a MLS side to the Circle City has hit a wall.
open.substack.com/pub/beyondth...
Following legal challanges about Heliport Sale to the City, lack of funding from the state, Indianapolis' effort to bring a MLS side to the Circle City has hit a wall.
open.substack.com/pub/beyondth...
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Interesting few notes:
- Co-Owner Surack is only there for the Heliport
- Heliport stadium would need ~$220 Million
- The State is uncertain about the Heliport Plan, but supportive of MLS move
- "that they were done, there was no soccer stadium to come."
fox59.com/news/fort-wa...
- Co-Owner Surack is only there for the Heliport
- Heliport stadium would need ~$220 Million
- The State is uncertain about the Heliport Plan, but supportive of MLS move
- "that they were done, there was no soccer stadium to come."
fox59.com/news/fort-wa...
fox59.com
February 9, 2026 at 5:20 AM
Interesting few notes:
- Co-Owner Surack is only there for the Heliport
- Heliport stadium would need ~$220 Million
- The State is uncertain about the Heliport Plan, but supportive of MLS move
- "that they were done, there was no soccer stadium to come."
fox59.com/news/fort-wa...
- Co-Owner Surack is only there for the Heliport
- Heliport stadium would need ~$220 Million
- The State is uncertain about the Heliport Plan, but supportive of MLS move
- "that they were done, there was no soccer stadium to come."
fox59.com/news/fort-wa...
Interesting few notes:
- Co-Owner Surack is only there for the Heliport
- Heliport stadium would need ~$220 Million
- The State is uncertain about the Heliport Plan, but supportive of MLS move
- "that they were done, there was no soccer stadium to come."
fox59.com/news/fort-wa...
- Co-Owner Surack is only there for the Heliport
- Heliport stadium would need ~$220 Million
- The State is uncertain about the Heliport Plan, but supportive of MLS move
- "that they were done, there was no soccer stadium to come."
fox59.com/news/fort-wa...
fox59.com
February 9, 2026 at 5:20 AM
Interesting few notes:
- Co-Owner Surack is only there for the Heliport
- Heliport stadium would need ~$220 Million
- The State is uncertain about the Heliport Plan, but supportive of MLS move
- "that they were done, there was no soccer stadium to come."
fox59.com/news/fort-wa...
- Co-Owner Surack is only there for the Heliport
- Heliport stadium would need ~$220 Million
- The State is uncertain about the Heliport Plan, but supportive of MLS move
- "that they were done, there was no soccer stadium to come."
fox59.com/news/fort-wa...