Jonathan Check
@checkj.bsky.social
Freelance reporter focused on San Antonio and USL ⚽, formerly The Striker et al...sometimes very animated, usually quite unremarkable 🤷♂️
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· Sep 10
Even returning to his roots, Joey Batrouni continues to grow
Image: San Antonio FC For goalkeeper Joey Batrouni, starting his professional career with San Antonio FC this season might as well have been written in the stars. After all, he played the majority …
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Even though he wasn't sure if coming back to San Antonio FC was the right move at first, it's only natural that Joey Batrouni would return to the city that has shaped so much of his soccer career - just another step of the established process. #Defend210 bluishmoonblog.wordpress.com/2025/09/10/j...
November 9, 2025 at 4:00 AM
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San Antonio FC's season came to an end Saturday night with a loss to New Mexico United - a familiar outcome this year - as the hosts were too much for the SAFC defense and kept it from even creating much going forward. #Defend210 #NMvSA bluishmoonblog.wordpress.com/2025/11/01/n...
New Mexico knocks San Antonio FC out of playoffs, frustrating it for the final time this year
Image: New Mexico United San Antonio FC’s 2025 USL Championship season came to an end Saturday night in the Western Conference quarterfinals with a 2-0 loss away to New Mexico United, the opp…
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November 2, 2025 at 4:02 AM
San Antonio FC's season came to an end Saturday night with a loss to New Mexico United - a familiar outcome this year - as the hosts were too much for the SAFC defense and kept it from even creating much going forward. #Defend210 #NMvSA bluishmoonblog.wordpress.com/2025/11/01/n...
San Antonio FC's season came to an end Saturday night with a loss to New Mexico United - a familiar outcome this year - as the hosts were too much for the SAFC defense and kept it from even creating much going forward. #Defend210 #NMvSA bluishmoonblog.wordpress.com/2025/11/01/n...
New Mexico knocks San Antonio FC out of playoffs, frustrating it for the final time this year
Image: New Mexico United San Antonio FC’s 2025 USL Championship season came to an end Saturday night in the Western Conference quarterfinals with a 2-0 loss away to New Mexico United, the opp…
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November 2, 2025 at 4:02 AM
San Antonio FC's season came to an end Saturday night with a loss to New Mexico United - a familiar outcome this year - as the hosts were too much for the SAFC defense and kept it from even creating much going forward. #Defend210 #NMvSA bluishmoonblog.wordpress.com/2025/11/01/n...
NM 2-0 SAFC (FT)
Llamosa managed to get SAFC into the playoffs in his first season as a head coach but it stumbles at the first hurdle, just the inferior team tonight all around...New Mexico was SAFC's tormentor this year, in every match 😌 #Defend210 #NMvSA
Llamosa managed to get SAFC into the playoffs in his first season as a head coach but it stumbles at the first hurdle, just the inferior team tonight all around...New Mexico was SAFC's tormentor this year, in every match 😌 #Defend210 #NMvSA
November 2, 2025 at 3:02 AM
NM 2-0 SAFC (FT)
Llamosa managed to get SAFC into the playoffs in his first season as a head coach but it stumbles at the first hurdle, just the inferior team tonight all around...New Mexico was SAFC's tormentor this year, in every match 😌 #Defend210 #NMvSA
Llamosa managed to get SAFC into the playoffs in his first season as a head coach but it stumbles at the first hurdle, just the inferior team tonight all around...New Mexico was SAFC's tormentor this year, in every match 😌 #Defend210 #NMvSA
Worth mentioning, as I was thinking of saying right before New Mexico scored its second goal, that SAFC has been playing some ambitious balls forward, but NM is handling it well for the most part 🤷♂️ Goals change games... #NMvSA
November 2, 2025 at 2:35 AM
Worth mentioning, as I was thinking of saying right before New Mexico scored its second goal, that SAFC has been playing some ambitious balls forward, but NM is handling it well for the most part 🤷♂️ Goals change games... #NMvSA
NM 2-0 SAFC (58')
Noel played through on the right side of the box and he places his shot nicely in the bottom left corner, mountain to climb for SAFC now...unless it can score two late goals like New Mexico has done to it (twice) this year 🤷♂️ #NMvSA
Noel played through on the right side of the box and he places his shot nicely in the bottom left corner, mountain to climb for SAFC now...unless it can score two late goals like New Mexico has done to it (twice) this year 🤷♂️ #NMvSA
November 2, 2025 at 2:25 AM
NM 2-0 SAFC (58')
Noel played through on the right side of the box and he places his shot nicely in the bottom left corner, mountain to climb for SAFC now...unless it can score two late goals like New Mexico has done to it (twice) this year 🤷♂️ #NMvSA
Noel played through on the right side of the box and he places his shot nicely in the bottom left corner, mountain to climb for SAFC now...unless it can score two late goals like New Mexico has done to it (twice) this year 🤷♂️ #NMvSA
Also, in case anybody was curious about SAFC's "4-4-2" 😛
I can somewhat understand wanting a more flexible formation, but this was an odd choice to make to start the playoffs 😌 #Defend210 #NMvSA
I can somewhat understand wanting a more flexible formation, but this was an odd choice to make to start the playoffs 😌 #Defend210 #NMvSA
November 2, 2025 at 2:07 AM
Also, in case anybody was curious about SAFC's "4-4-2" 😛
I can somewhat understand wanting a more flexible formation, but this was an odd choice to make to start the playoffs 😌 #Defend210 #NMvSA
I can somewhat understand wanting a more flexible formation, but this was an odd choice to make to start the playoffs 😌 #Defend210 #NMvSA
NM 1-0 SAFC (HT)
United the better side so far, has to be said...the goal it scored was likely, Sanchez probably could have done better but I give credit to New Mexico's play in the final third too, it's been quite precise 👍 SAFC with 45 minutes to turn this around... #NMvSA
United the better side so far, has to be said...the goal it scored was likely, Sanchez probably could have done better but I give credit to New Mexico's play in the final third too, it's been quite precise 👍 SAFC with 45 minutes to turn this around... #NMvSA
November 2, 2025 at 1:56 AM
NM 1-0 SAFC (HT)
United the better side so far, has to be said...the goal it scored was likely, Sanchez probably could have done better but I give credit to New Mexico's play in the final third too, it's been quite precise 👍 SAFC with 45 minutes to turn this around... #NMvSA
United the better side so far, has to be said...the goal it scored was likely, Sanchez probably could have done better but I give credit to New Mexico's play in the final third too, it's been quite precise 👍 SAFC with 45 minutes to turn this around... #NMvSA
New Mexico nearly doubles its lead there with tidy touches in the box getting them into a great position, but a big save keeps them at bay and the recycled ball is eventually fired too high...aaand breathe 😌 #NMvSA
November 2, 2025 at 1:44 AM
New Mexico nearly doubles its lead there with tidy touches in the box getting them into a great position, but a big save keeps them at bay and the recycled ball is eventually fired too high...aaand breathe 😌 #NMvSA
NM 1-0 SAFC (20')
Dangerous ball through on the left for New Mexico, player cuts inside and his initial shot is saved by Sanchez but tapped in off the rebound to put the hosts ahead. #NMAvSA
Dangerous ball through on the left for New Mexico, player cuts inside and his initial shot is saved by Sanchez but tapped in off the rebound to put the hosts ahead. #NMAvSA
November 2, 2025 at 1:28 AM
NM 1-0 SAFC (20')
Dangerous ball through on the left for New Mexico, player cuts inside and his initial shot is saved by Sanchez but tapped in off the rebound to put the hosts ahead. #NMAvSA
Dangerous ball through on the left for New Mexico, player cuts inside and his initial shot is saved by Sanchez but tapped in off the rebound to put the hosts ahead. #NMAvSA
Entertaining opening 10 minutes or so, New Mexico shots just wide and off the crossbar...slowing down a bit in recent minutes though, New Mexico still the side with more control. #NMvSA
November 2, 2025 at 1:24 AM
Entertaining opening 10 minutes or so, New Mexico shots just wide and off the crossbar...slowing down a bit in recent minutes though, New Mexico still the side with more control. #NMvSA
Talked about one or two changes from the first three meetings between SAFC and New Mexico United in my preview below, now add SAFC's apparent formation change as well...going to be an interesting start to the playoffs 😌 #Defend210 #NMvSA
San Antonio FC returns to the playoffs tonight on the road against a familiar foe from this year, New Mexico United. Every match is different, but just HOW different will this meeting be with higher stakes and a hungrier SAFC? #Defend210 #NMvSA bluishmoonblog.wordpress.com/2025/10/31/n...
USLC Playoffs preview: New Mexico United v. San Antonio FC
Image: Loudoun United FC After capitalizing when it counted to secure a postseason place, San Antonio FC will begin its USL Championship playoff run Saturday with a trip to a New Mexico United team…
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November 2, 2025 at 12:31 AM
Talked about one or two changes from the first three meetings between SAFC and New Mexico United in my preview below, now add SAFC's apparent formation change as well...going to be an interesting start to the playoffs 😌 #Defend210 #NMvSA
SAFC makes one change from last week's regular season finale, Noah Dollenmayer in for Nicky Hernandez...definitely a defensive switch, curious to see what the formation is listed as too, seems like a 3-4-2-1 based on the way it's listed 🤔 #Defend210 #NMvSA
November 2, 2025 at 12:24 AM
SAFC makes one change from last week's regular season finale, Noah Dollenmayer in for Nicky Hernandez...definitely a defensive switch, curious to see what the formation is listed as too, seems like a 3-4-2-1 based on the way it's listed 🤔 #Defend210 #NMvSA
No changes from the preliminary SAFC injury report, Mohamed Omar is the only addition since last week, but there is an update about Jake LaCava undergoing surgery recently after being out injured since August, he'll miss the rest of the season. #Defend210 #NMvSA
November 1, 2025 at 11:59 PM
No changes from the preliminary SAFC injury report, Mohamed Omar is the only addition since last week, but there is an update about Jake LaCava undergoing surgery recently after being out injured since August, he'll miss the rest of the season. #Defend210 #NMvSA
San Antonio FC returns to the playoffs tonight on the road against a familiar foe from this year, New Mexico United. Every match is different, but just HOW different will this meeting be with higher stakes and a hungrier SAFC? #Defend210 #NMvSA bluishmoonblog.wordpress.com/2025/10/31/n...
USLC Playoffs preview: New Mexico United v. San Antonio FC
Image: Loudoun United FC After capitalizing when it counted to secure a postseason place, San Antonio FC will begin its USL Championship playoff run Saturday with a trip to a New Mexico United team…
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November 1, 2025 at 4:21 PM
San Antonio FC returns to the playoffs tonight on the road against a familiar foe from this year, New Mexico United. Every match is different, but just HOW different will this meeting be with higher stakes and a hungrier SAFC? #Defend210 #NMvSA bluishmoonblog.wordpress.com/2025/10/31/n...
San Antonip FC enters the playoffs Saturday against a familiar foe, facing New Mexico United for the fourth time this year. Results in previous meetings may sell SAFC short, but New Mexico remains dangerous and one team's season must end
#Defend210 #NMvSA bluishmoonblog.wordpress.com/2025/10/31/n...
#Defend210 #NMvSA bluishmoonblog.wordpress.com/2025/10/31/n...
USLC Playoffs preview: New Mexico United v. San Antonio FC
Image: Loudoun United FC After capitalizing when it counted to secure a postseason place, San Antonio FC will begin its USL Championship playoff run Saturday with a trip to a New Mexico United team…
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October 31, 2025 at 4:15 PM
San Antonip FC enters the playoffs Saturday against a familiar foe, facing New Mexico United for the fourth time this year. Results in previous meetings may sell SAFC short, but New Mexico remains dangerous and one team's season must end
#Defend210 #NMvSA bluishmoonblog.wordpress.com/2025/10/31/n...
#Defend210 #NMvSA bluishmoonblog.wordpress.com/2025/10/31/n...
Mohamed Omar is added to the preliminary injury report for SAFC as it begins its playoff journey this Saturday in #NMvSA. #Defend210
October 31, 2025 at 3:53 AM
Mohamed Omar is added to the preliminary injury report for SAFC as it begins its playoff journey this Saturday in #NMvSA. #Defend210
Would anybody in the San Antonio area like to cover an Open Cup qualifying match for @thecup.us next Sunday at 7:30pm in Cibolo? Those of us who usually do it are all unavailable...Josh just needs basic updates, plus a short recap if you can 🙂
October 26, 2025 at 9:21 PM
Would anybody in the San Antonio area like to cover an Open Cup qualifying match for @thecup.us next Sunday at 7:30pm in Cibolo? Those of us who usually do it are all unavailable...Josh just needs basic updates, plus a short recap if you can 🙂
Reposted by Jonathan Check
After going five matches without even one goal, SAFC scored five goals in one match Saturday night to show an energy and efficiency it has often been missing this year, clinching a playoff spot and @copatejas in front of its home fans. #Defend210 #SAvELP bluishmoonblog.wordpress.com/2025/10/25/r...
Rampant San Antonio FC runs up score to clinch playoff spot and Copa Tejas
Image: Rance Ristau, San Antonio FC With a surprising 5-2 win over El Paso Locomotive FC, San Antonio FC secured a playoff spot and won Copa Tejas in the final match of the USL Championship regular…
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October 26, 2025 at 5:17 AM
After going five matches without even one goal, SAFC scored five goals in one match Saturday night to show an energy and efficiency it has often been missing this year, clinching a playoff spot and @copatejas in front of its home fans. #Defend210 #SAvELP bluishmoonblog.wordpress.com/2025/10/25/r...
I won't say what team, but somebody in the USL emailed me a survey, asking for feedback about Saturday's match...I guess it got sent to everyone on their mailing list, because I've only ever been to their stadium once and not even for USL 😅
October 26, 2025 at 6:43 PM
I won't say what team, but somebody in the USL emailed me a survey, asking for feedback about Saturday's match...I guess it got sent to everyone on their mailing list, because I've only ever been to their stadium once and not even for USL 😅
After going five matches without even one goal, SAFC scored five goals in one match Saturday night to show an energy and efficiency it has often been missing this year, clinching a playoff spot and @copatejas in front of its home fans. #Defend210 #SAvELP bluishmoonblog.wordpress.com/2025/10/25/r...
Rampant San Antonio FC runs up score to clinch playoff spot and Copa Tejas
Image: Rance Ristau, San Antonio FC With a surprising 5-2 win over El Paso Locomotive FC, San Antonio FC secured a playoff spot and won Copa Tejas in the final match of the USL Championship regular…
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October 26, 2025 at 5:17 AM
After going five matches without even one goal, SAFC scored five goals in one match Saturday night to show an energy and efficiency it has often been missing this year, clinching a playoff spot and @copatejas in front of its home fans. #Defend210 #SAvELP bluishmoonblog.wordpress.com/2025/10/25/r...
SAFC 5-2 Locos (FT)
Hard to say where this kind of performance has been for large stretches of this season, but SAFC had it tonight and got over the line to secure a playoff spot and win Copa Tejas - in front of its own fans for the first time. #Defend210 #SAvELP
Hard to say where this kind of performance has been for large stretches of this season, but SAFC had it tonight and got over the line to secure a playoff spot and win Copa Tejas - in front of its own fans for the first time. #Defend210 #SAvELP
October 26, 2025 at 2:33 AM
SAFC 5-2 Locos (FT)
Hard to say where this kind of performance has been for large stretches of this season, but SAFC had it tonight and got over the line to secure a playoff spot and win Copa Tejas - in front of its own fans for the first time. #Defend210 #SAvELP
Hard to say where this kind of performance has been for large stretches of this season, but SAFC had it tonight and got over the line to secure a playoff spot and win Copa Tejas - in front of its own fans for the first time. #Defend210 #SAvELP
SAFC 5-2 Locos (86')
Ball tapped back across the face of goal from the left and Taintor pokes it in, SAFC comfortably ahead now 👍 #SAvELP
Ball tapped back across the face of goal from the left and Taintor pokes it in, SAFC comfortably ahead now 👍 #SAvELP
October 26, 2025 at 2:23 AM
SAFC 5-2 Locos (86')
Ball tapped back across the face of goal from the left and Taintor pokes it in, SAFC comfortably ahead now 👍 #SAvELP
Ball tapped back across the face of goal from the left and Taintor pokes it in, SAFC comfortably ahead now 👍 #SAvELP