Michael Martinez
@michaeljames32.bsky.social
Football and Esports Writer ⚽🎮📝
I’m the managing editor and I cover the Seattle Sounders for Cascadia FC | SOJC Alum 🐥| Proud Native American: Hopi/Maricopa
I’m the managing editor and I cover the Seattle Sounders for Cascadia FC | SOJC Alum 🐥| Proud Native American: Hopi/Maricopa
*second biggest, after Stu Hawkins, #USMNT center-back prospect.
Augsburg’s Noahkai Banks is perhaps the biggest #USMNT center-back prospect.
But he is also a German citizen and today in our conversation he very much left the door open to switch his allegiance to the DFB.
For more read my latest on Transfermarkt
www.transfermarkt.us/noahkai-bank...
But he is also a German citizen and today in our conversation he very much left the door open to switch his allegiance to the DFB.
For more read my latest on Transfermarkt
www.transfermarkt.us/noahkai-bank...
Noahkai Banks: USMNT prospect on dream of playing for Barca and potential Germany switch
Noahkai Banks has been a rising star for Bundesliga side FC Augsburg this season. Born in Honolulu, Hawaii, to a German mother and an American father, Banks spent time in Washington, D.C., before movi...
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February 11, 2026 at 12:28 AM
*second biggest, after Stu Hawkins, #USMNT center-back prospect.
Full kit comes out tomorrow, but here’s what the Sounders top looks like!
February 10, 2026 at 9:32 PM
Full kit comes out tomorrow, but here’s what the Sounders top looks like!
Hearing someone shout out every Latin American, North American, and South American country, with representatives (I’m going to assume) holding their flags, moved me to tears.
Incredible
Incredible
February 9, 2026 at 1:44 AM
Hearing someone shout out every Latin American, North American, and South American country, with representatives (I’m going to assume) holding their flags, moved me to tears.
Incredible
Incredible
10/10, that was fucking awesome
February 9, 2026 at 1:36 AM
10/10, that was fucking awesome
Absolutely pathetic. Just let the goal stand for god sake. VAR is killing our sport.
February 8, 2026 at 6:58 PM
Absolutely pathetic. Just let the goal stand for god sake. VAR is killing our sport.
This makes me so happy.
Now, give me XBOX, Costco, or Dicks and I’ll be even happier.
www.soundersfc.com/news/seattle...
Now, give me XBOX, Costco, or Dicks and I’ll be even happier.
www.soundersfc.com/news/seattle...
Seattle Sounders FC and Providence announce planned evolution of their partnership | Seattle Sounders
Seattle Sounders FC and Providence announce planned evolution of their partnership
www.soundersfc.com
January 30, 2026 at 12:37 AM
This makes me so happy.
Now, give me XBOX, Costco, or Dicks and I’ll be even happier.
www.soundersfc.com/news/seattle...
Now, give me XBOX, Costco, or Dicks and I’ll be even happier.
www.soundersfc.com/news/seattle...
COSTCO
🎽 BREAKING: Providence will no longer be the front of kit sponsor for the Seattle Sounders following the conclusion of the 2027 Major League Soccer season.
Who would you like to see sponsor the club next?
Who would you like to see sponsor the club next?
January 30, 2026 at 12:35 AM
COSTCO
I hate that I’m not even surprised
Breaking MS NOW:
Trump's Justice Department has decided there will be no civil rights investigation of the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti, and instead two units of DHS will investigate their own officers and the man they killed.
Trump's Justice Department has decided there will be no civil rights investigation of the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti, and instead two units of DHS will investigate their own officers and the man they killed.
No civil rights violation probe into latest MN shooting, sources tell MS NOW
As DHS takes over the federal investigation, current and former law enforcement agents warn that Trump’s DOJ isn’t committed to facts or fairness.
www.ms.now
January 27, 2026 at 8:30 PM
I hate that I’m not even surprised
Per verified source: This is pretty spot-on for what the new Sounders home shirt will look like. I’m told it looks better in person, so don't hate on it too much.
It’s expected to come out the week of 2/9
It’s expected to come out the week of 2/9
So this is a 'guessed' design. Bookmark it; in a couple weeks comes the first 'leaks.'
January 27, 2026 at 6:45 PM
Per verified source: This is pretty spot-on for what the new Sounders home shirt will look like. I’m told it looks better in person, so don't hate on it too much.
It’s expected to come out the week of 2/9
It’s expected to come out the week of 2/9
Cool, I really hate this
MLS and the Leagues Cup now have a sponsorship deal with Polymarket.
"The partnership includes safeguards designed to protect the integrity of MLS and Leagues Cup matches, including independent monitoring of trading activities and collaboration on MLS and Leagues Cup markets offered."
"The partnership includes safeguards designed to protect the integrity of MLS and Leagues Cup matches, including independent monitoring of trading activities and collaboration on MLS and Leagues Cup markets offered."
January 26, 2026 at 9:58 PM
Cool, I really hate this
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Every single game this year. Make them hear you
January 24, 2026 at 6:45 PM
Every single game this year. Make them hear you
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With ICE killing another unarmed civilian this morning in Minneapolis, we at Cascadia FC wanted to make something super clear:
#Sounders
#VWFC
#RCTID
#BAONPDX
#WitnesstheReign
#Sounders
#VWFC
#RCTID
#BAONPDX
#WitnesstheReign
January 24, 2026 at 6:21 PM
With ICE killing another unarmed civilian this morning in Minneapolis, we at Cascadia FC wanted to make something super clear:
#Sounders
#VWFC
#RCTID
#BAONPDX
#WitnesstheReign
#Sounders
#VWFC
#RCTID
#BAONPDX
#WitnesstheReign
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This brings me so much joy
Per sources: João Paulo is back with the #Sounders organization but this time as an assistant coach for Tacoma Defiance.
JP will be working his first coaching job under former Houston Dynamo head coach Paulo Nagamura who will take over Defiance.
JP will be working his first coaching job under former Houston Dynamo head coach Paulo Nagamura who will take over Defiance.
January 17, 2026 at 9:54 PM
This brings me so much joy
The Sounders also received $400k in GAM, $300k for 2026, and $100k for 2027 from Charlotte for two international slots.
NEWS: #RBNY has acquired two international roster slots from Seattle for the 2026 season, sending $350k in 2026 GAM and $50k in 2027 GAM to the Sounders.
January 16, 2026 at 8:38 PM
The Sounders also received $400k in GAM, $300k for 2026, and $100k for 2027 from Charlotte for two international slots.
Man, I already have a hard time making it to the midweek matches in Seattle. There is no possible way I’m driving 6 hours to Spokane cover this ConcaChampions match
January 14, 2026 at 11:26 PM
Man, I already have a hard time making it to the midweek matches in Seattle. There is no possible way I’m driving 6 hours to Spokane cover this ConcaChampions match
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A friend in Minneapolis just sent me this video. Looks like thousands have come together for a vigil after an ICE agent shot and killed 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good. This was my neighborhood for several years before coming to Portland.
January 8, 2026 at 1:05 AM
A friend in Minneapolis just sent me this video. Looks like thousands have come together for a vigil after an ICE agent shot and killed 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good. This was my neighborhood for several years before coming to Portland.
This is just getting ridiculous lol
#VWFC’s Tristan Blackmon to #InterMiami is being finalized. Reported $2.5M transfer fee.
Great reporting by Michelle Kaufman.
www.miamiherald.com/sports/mls/i...
Great reporting by Michelle Kaufman.
www.miamiherald.com/sports/mls/i...
Inter Miami signs Micael, finalizing deals for David Ayala, Tristan Blackmon
MLS champion Inter Miami reloads its roster for 2026 with several key signings and a few more to come.
www.miamiherald.com
January 7, 2026 at 9:27 PM
This is just getting ridiculous lol
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2025 was my third year with Cascadia FC, so I'd like to share my favorite pieces that I've written to close out the year. Let's begin with a eulogy to a player that got what he wanted but quickly reaped what he sowed. #RCTID
There Is No Need To Be Upset
It’s December 11, 2021. A man is inside Providence Park, and he’s in a place where he shouldn’t be: the North End. One week ago, he stood behind the drums in section 106 and boldly made a prediction t...
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December 31, 2025 at 9:01 PM
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Great day to be a Sounders fan
December 18, 2025 at 12:28 AM
Great day to be a Sounders fan
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Well that really sucks
December 6, 2025 at 9:44 PM
Well that really sucks
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Okay, the crowd going nuts like someone just scored a touchdown at the Super Bowl all *through* the KDH performance is a hell of a thing to see hear/see:
November 27, 2025 at 5:42 PM
Okay, the crowd going nuts like someone just scored a touchdown at the Super Bowl all *through* the KDH performance is a hell of a thing to see hear/see:
A movie that takes place where you’re from
November 23, 2025 at 9:05 PM
A movie that takes place where you’re from
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As we celebrate Native American Heritage Month, we recognize the Coast Salish peoples, the original stewards of the lands and waters we call home.
Their history and traditions continue to shape the spirit of our region and remind us of the importance of respect, connection and community 🩵
Their history and traditions continue to shape the spirit of our region and remind us of the importance of respect, connection and community 🩵
November 1, 2025 at 4:53 PM
As we celebrate Native American Heritage Month, we recognize the Coast Salish peoples, the original stewards of the lands and waters we call home.
Their history and traditions continue to shape the spirit of our region and remind us of the importance of respect, connection and community 🩵
Their history and traditions continue to shape the spirit of our region and remind us of the importance of respect, connection and community 🩵