Ranting Blue Penguin Media
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Exploring the passion that people feel about their sports teams and what it means to support a club. Mostly #Soccer Some other sports too. http://rbpenguinmedia.com Admin is he/him, but in support, we are one.
Break down what was said vs. what they called “illiterate”
Said: “books are thriving”
Response: “hype-based market for slop” ≠ “thriving”
So does respondent think books are slop and refute that they are thriving?
Or should they maybe read what was said and not be a dick about it. 🤷♂️
Said: “books are thriving”
Response: “hype-based market for slop” ≠ “thriving”
So does respondent think books are slop and refute that they are thriving?
Or should they maybe read what was said and not be a dick about it. 🤷♂️
February 4, 2026 at 9:22 PM
Break down what was said vs. what they called “illiterate”
Said: “books are thriving”
Response: “hype-based market for slop” ≠ “thriving”
So does respondent think books are slop and refute that they are thriving?
Or should they maybe read what was said and not be a dick about it. 🤷♂️
Said: “books are thriving”
Response: “hype-based market for slop” ≠ “thriving”
So does respondent think books are slop and refute that they are thriving?
Or should they maybe read what was said and not be a dick about it. 🤷♂️
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As a reminder, our very own GM Alexis Boulos will be speaking at Set the Bar tomorrow for a fantastic Girls & Women in Sports Day open mic event!
Join them and EPIC For Girls from 5-7 tomorrow!
#OneMeansAll
Join them and EPIC For Girls from 5-7 tomorrow!
#OneMeansAll
February 4, 2026 at 9:00 PM
As a reminder, our very own GM Alexis Boulos will be speaking at Set the Bar tomorrow for a fantastic Girls & Women in Sports Day open mic event!
Join them and EPIC For Girls from 5-7 tomorrow!
#OneMeansAll
Join them and EPIC For Girls from 5-7 tomorrow!
#OneMeansAll
🎶Ziggy played the 9…🎶 ⚡️🩷
February 3, 2026 at 6:29 PM
🎶Ziggy played the 9…🎶 ⚡️🩷
For any @unionomaha.bsky.social supporters who want to get to know our opening round opponent, take a listen here!
🎙️ In this episode of MWPL Insiders, Justin speaks with Alen Bradaric, owner of BOHFS of St. Louis. The two talk about the formation of BOHFS, its ode to Bosnian heritage, its journey in the US Open Cup, and more!
open.spotify.com/episode/4XHp...
open.spotify.com/episode/4XHp...
February 3, 2026 at 4:18 PM
For any @unionomaha.bsky.social supporters who want to get to know our opening round opponent, take a listen here!
Seeing this post reminded me: Minneapolis City has an out-of-town season ticket option for support. For $50, you get member voting rights, a scarf, and the ticket gets donated to a youth organization.
Great town, great club, great deal.
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Great town, great club, great deal.
shop.mplscitysc.com/products/202...
February 3, 2026 at 4:11 PM
Seeing this post reminded me: Minneapolis City has an out-of-town season ticket option for support. For $50, you get member voting rights, a scarf, and the ticket gets donated to a youth organization.
Great town, great club, great deal.
shop.mplscitysc.com/products/202...
Great town, great club, great deal.
shop.mplscitysc.com/products/202...
Welcome to Omaha, Jamie!
Expecting this to be a good young addition to the back line. He’s got the height and frame to plug in to central defense, but has some skills to slot up into DM if needed.
And he’s got roots in Atlanta, so he knows what good tea tastes like!
Expecting this to be a good young addition to the back line. He’s got the height and frame to plug in to central defense, but has some skills to slot up into DM if needed.
And he’s got roots in Atlanta, so he knows what good tea tastes like!
We've got a Yalie coming to the prairie!
Welcome defender Jamie Orson to Union Omaha! 👏
Read more about our latest pickup below ⬇
🔗 tinyurl.com/UOSignsOrson
#OneMeansAll
Welcome defender Jamie Orson to Union Omaha! 👏
Read more about our latest pickup below ⬇
🔗 tinyurl.com/UOSignsOrson
#OneMeansAll
February 3, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Welcome to Omaha, Jamie!
Expecting this to be a good young addition to the back line. He’s got the height and frame to plug in to central defense, but has some skills to slot up into DM if needed.
And he’s got roots in Atlanta, so he knows what good tea tastes like!
Expecting this to be a good young addition to the back line. He’s got the height and frame to plug in to central defense, but has some skills to slot up into DM if needed.
And he’s got roots in Atlanta, so he knows what good tea tastes like!
Hmm. I don’t believe that is a real owl at all! 🤔🤔🤔
February 2, 2026 at 11:18 PM
Hmm. I don’t believe that is a real owl at all! 🤔🤔🤔
@lukermartin.bsky.social score another one for the Mascots Against Pants Society.
No new DP yet but NYCFC officially has a new pigeon mascot that looks like this (wearing mascot version of Timbs as well) and is named Sky Scraper
February 2, 2026 at 7:17 PM
@lukermartin.bsky.social score another one for the Mascots Against Pants Society.
Sitting at a restaurant bar for lunch today and legit just heard a guy say that hockey isn’t a real sport.
I can no longer condone day drinking if this is the kind of take it produces.
I can no longer condone day drinking if this is the kind of take it produces.
January 30, 2026 at 8:06 PM
Sitting at a restaurant bar for lunch today and legit just heard a guy say that hockey isn’t a real sport.
I can no longer condone day drinking if this is the kind of take it produces.
I can no longer condone day drinking if this is the kind of take it produces.
This had me wondering if anyone does any stats for a defensive xG saved for each of these professional fouls/DOGSO plays. @americansocceranalysis.com?
Oh what a professional foul Hannover 96. Now the goalie is up Magdeburg
January 30, 2026 at 7:37 PM
This had me wondering if anyone does any stats for a defensive xG saved for each of these professional fouls/DOGSO plays. @americansocceranalysis.com?
Union Omaha traveling to St. Charles, MO to take on BOHFS St. Louis on 18 March at 7 pm CT. This team knocked Omaha Street out of qualifying and took down USOC regular Chicago House to earn the right to host the Owls.
And if you head down to the match, say hi to @soccerzombie.com!
And if you head down to the match, say hi to @soccerzombie.com!
January 27, 2026 at 4:16 PM
Union Omaha traveling to St. Charles, MO to take on BOHFS St. Louis on 18 March at 7 pm CT. This team knocked Omaha Street out of qualifying and took down USOC regular Chicago House to earn the right to host the Owls.
And if you head down to the match, say hi to @soccerzombie.com!
And if you head down to the match, say hi to @soccerzombie.com!
Listed as 5’11 and around 166, the frame speaks to a speedy guy. I’d expect him to be on the wings and try to fit into a Dion-type role.
From the Hawks to the Owls, and from college to the pros!
Welcome young defender Camron Lawrence to Omaha! 👋
Read more about our latest signing below ⤵️
🔗 tinyurl.com/UOSignsLawre...
#OneMeansAll
Welcome young defender Camron Lawrence to Omaha! 👋
Read more about our latest signing below ⤵️
🔗 tinyurl.com/UOSignsLawre...
#OneMeansAll
January 27, 2026 at 4:12 PM
Listed as 5’11 and around 166, the frame speaks to a speedy guy. I’d expect him to be on the wings and try to fit into a Dion-type role.
Really hate to see this on two levels. First, Ryan has USL C talent. I really wanted to see him land at least at that level. Second, and most obvious, I really don’t like the thought of facing him.
Fort Wayne lands one of the top available free agents in Ryan Becher. Outstanding performance while on loan with Omaha last season, and a big part of that club's second half of the season turnaround.
January 27, 2026 at 3:13 PM
Really hate to see this on two levels. First, Ryan has USL C talent. I really wanted to see him land at least at that level. Second, and most obvious, I really don’t like the thought of facing him.
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South was there when we needed them (as our first home field for our first season).
Now it's our turn.
Help us raise money for South High families in need of ongoing food and resources.
*Buy a City scarf this week and ALL proceeds will be donated to South families!*
Now it's our turn.
Help us raise money for South High families in need of ongoing food and resources.
*Buy a City scarf this week and ALL proceeds will be donated to South families!*
January 26, 2026 at 3:23 PM
South was there when we needed them (as our first home field for our first season).
Now it's our turn.
Help us raise money for South High families in need of ongoing food and resources.
*Buy a City scarf this week and ALL proceeds will be donated to South families!*
Now it's our turn.
Help us raise money for South High families in need of ongoing food and resources.
*Buy a City scarf this week and ALL proceeds will be donated to South families!*
We’ve been waiting on this, and it’s exciting to have him back!
🏠 The hometown kid returns!
Council Bluffs' own Cole Jensen is back for another year between the sticks for your Owls! 😍
Read more below ⤵
🔗 tinyurl.com/UOJensenRetu...
#OneMeansAll
Council Bluffs' own Cole Jensen is back for another year between the sticks for your Owls! 😍
Read more below ⤵
🔗 tinyurl.com/UOJensenRetu...
#OneMeansAll
January 22, 2026 at 4:33 PM
We’ve been waiting on this, and it’s exciting to have him back!
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It's a good week for the #UpTheHearts and USL Fam!
Friday: a new #FallenLeavesPod ['26 Roster Updates, Lighthouse Kit, New Years Resolution, @rivercity93.bsky.social Cameo] will be published
Saturday: Interview Recording with Bobby Murphy
Hope at @oldboot.bsky.social is excited! ♥️🌲
Friday: a new #FallenLeavesPod ['26 Roster Updates, Lighthouse Kit, New Years Resolution, @rivercity93.bsky.social Cameo] will be published
Saturday: Interview Recording with Bobby Murphy
Hope at @oldboot.bsky.social is excited! ♥️🌲
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ALT: the word maine is written in white on a blue background
media.tenor.com
January 21, 2026 at 2:24 AM
It's a good week for the #UpTheHearts and USL Fam!
Friday: a new #FallenLeavesPod ['26 Roster Updates, Lighthouse Kit, New Years Resolution, @rivercity93.bsky.social Cameo] will be published
Saturday: Interview Recording with Bobby Murphy
Hope at @oldboot.bsky.social is excited! ♥️🌲
Friday: a new #FallenLeavesPod ['26 Roster Updates, Lighthouse Kit, New Years Resolution, @rivercity93.bsky.social Cameo] will be published
Saturday: Interview Recording with Bobby Murphy
Hope at @oldboot.bsky.social is excited! ♥️🌲
This applies to so many things besides gambling. 🤔
To be fair an informed populace is bad for the gambling companies
Opta's position seems to be "FBRef bad, FIFA and gambling companies good". Interesting.
January 21, 2026 at 12:34 AM
This applies to so many things besides gambling. 🤔
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To be fair an informed populace is bad for the gambling companies
Opta's position seems to be "FBRef bad, FIFA and gambling companies good". Interesting.
interesting timing. (h/t @afhstewart.bsky.social) inside.fifa.com/tournament-o...
January 21, 2026 at 12:33 AM
To be fair an informed populace is bad for the gambling companies
A happy Penguin Awareness Day to you all. For those of you who were unaware of penguins, you are now aware. 🐧🐧🐧
www.wwf.org.uk/learn/world-...
www.wwf.org.uk/learn/world-...
Penguin Awareness Day 2026
This Penguin Awareness Day, learn more about this iconic species and what you can do to help them.
www.wwf.org.uk
January 20, 2026 at 6:20 PM
A happy Penguin Awareness Day to you all. For those of you who were unaware of penguins, you are now aware. 🐧🐧🐧
www.wwf.org.uk/learn/world-...
www.wwf.org.uk/learn/world-...
There are several USL C/L1 teams here, yet I can’t seem to find the league itself still. Wonder what’s up with that…🤔
Haven’t been on here for a while, have missed any nee USL L1 teams join?
January 19, 2026 at 1:30 AM
There are several USL C/L1 teams here, yet I can’t seem to find the league itself still. Wonder what’s up with that…🤔
My first thought: “I hope Anderson kicks everyone’s ass in this league but ours.”
Best wishes to a hell of a young defender, and a pretty damn good human. 🫡
Best wishes to a hell of a young defender, and a pretty damn good human. 🫡
Union Omaha has announced the transfer of young defender Anderson Holt to New York Cosmos.
We'd like to thank Anderson for all his contributions to the club, and wish him all the best in his burgeoning career.
#OneMeansAll
We'd like to thank Anderson for all his contributions to the club, and wish him all the best in his burgeoning career.
#OneMeansAll
January 16, 2026 at 10:44 PM
My first thought: “I hope Anderson kicks everyone’s ass in this league but ours.”
Best wishes to a hell of a young defender, and a pretty damn good human. 🫡
Best wishes to a hell of a young defender, and a pretty damn good human. 🫡
I’m imagining a goal being disallowed because the striker’s sixth toe on their third arm is a centimeter offside.
FIFA has announced it will use artificial intelligence to improve the accuracy of semi-automated offside decisions at next summer’s World Cup – one of a series of new AI features set to be introduced at the tournament.
Full story from @dankp.bsky.social ⬇️
Full story from @dankp.bsky.social ⬇️
FIFA to use ‘3D avatars’ powered by AI to improve offside calls at World Cup
"AI-enabled 3D avatars" will be used to track players "during fast or obscured movements" and improve offside calls, FIFA said.
www.nytimes.com
January 8, 2026 at 12:34 AM
I’m imagining a goal being disallowed because the striker’s sixth toe on their third arm is a centimeter offside.
I think it’s awesome Niall gets to go up a level. But it also worries me when we see record transfer fees within a league that can’t agree to a CBA with their players.
@newmexicoutd.bsky.social has acquired winger Niall Reid-Stephen via transfer from @tormentafc.bsky.social ahead of the 2026 #USL-C season.
The transfer agreement equals the record fee paid in a transaction by a USL-C club to a #USL-1 club.
www.uslchampionship.com/news_article...
The transfer agreement equals the record fee paid in a transaction by a USL-C club to a #USL-1 club.
www.uslchampionship.com/news_article...
New Mexico United acquires Niall Reid-Stephen via transfer from South Georgia Tormenta FC
Barbados international earned USL League One All-League honors after recording 13 goals, 7 assists in 2025 campaign
www.uslchampionship.com
January 1, 2026 at 5:16 PM
I think it’s awesome Niall gets to go up a level. But it also worries me when we see record transfer fees within a league that can’t agree to a CBA with their players.
Checked back in to the timeline, and this is what I see.
December 31, 2025 at 10:43 PM
Checked back in to the timeline, and this is what I see.
@proudowlsoma.bsky.social, you made the montage!
As we close out 2025, we say thank you and farewell to Michael, O&Y’s founder, and hello to Luke and the new team, excited to carry O&Y into the new year and beyond!
Share your favorite O&Y memory from the past 8 years, and stay tuned for big things in 2026!
Share your favorite O&Y memory from the past 8 years, and stay tuned for big things in 2026!
December 31, 2025 at 8:25 PM
@proudowlsoma.bsky.social, you made the montage!