Nicholas Murray
@njemurray.bsky.social
Sr. Director of Editorial, USL. Cambridge United fan. Fancies himself a writer. Don't mind me.
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Nicholas Murray
@njemurray.bsky.social
· Dec 24
I think @benwright.bsky.social has a local MLS coverage starter pack? I don’t want to just start listing folks b/c I’m afraid to leave someone out.
For USL, start with @njemurray.bsky.social & @usltactics.com and go in whatever direction they point you.
For USL, start with @njemurray.bsky.social & @usltactics.com and go in whatever direction they point you.
Do you have a good 'list' of the local people you follow for specific clubs/regions? I follow Greder and Marthaler for the Loons, but it's easy for substacks/blogs to slip under the radar, especially for USL stuff, which I'm just getting into. An archive of peeps of some sort would be helpful.
This was incredibly kind of Matt - @usltactics.com is much smarter than a yutz like me - so with much trepidation I've attempted to put together a starter pack of folks you can follow around the #USL ecosystem.
Let me know if you'd like to be added?
go.bsky.app/KQY4fzT
Let me know if you'd like to be added?
go.bsky.app/KQY4fzT
The first two #USL-1 Awards were announced this afternoon, with @oneknoxsc.bsky.social's Sean Lewis earning the Goalkeeper of the Year award for a second consecutive year.
www.uslleagueone.com/news_article...
www.uslleagueone.com/news_article...
One Knoxville SC’s Sean Lewis earns 2025 USL League One Goalkeeper of the Year
Veteran shot-stopper earns award for second consecutive season, set for League One Final on Sunday evening
www.uslleagueone.com
November 11, 2025 at 9:51 PM
The first two #USL-1 Awards were announced this afternoon, with @oneknoxsc.bsky.social's Sean Lewis earning the Goalkeeper of the Year award for a second consecutive year.
www.uslleagueone.com/news_article...
www.uslleagueone.com/news_article...
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We're still living in a dream from Saturday, & recovering our heart rates. But we've been busy planning a fun little meet up for supporters coming from New Mexico. We know a lot fell in love with one of our favorite brewery's when we were out in NM in Sept. so we would love for you to join us there!
November 11, 2025 at 7:52 PM
We're still living in a dream from Saturday, & recovering our heart rates. But we've been busy planning a fun little meet up for supporters coming from New Mexico. We know a lot fell in love with one of our favorite brewery's when we were out in NM in Sept. so we would love for you to join us there!
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Full disclosure: This was taken shortly before it snowed. Further disclosure: Fort Wayne FC Park is looking awesome. To stay up to date on all things Fort Wayne Football Club, go to FortWayneFC.com
November 11, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Full disclosure: This was taken shortly before it snowed. Further disclosure: Fort Wayne FC Park is looking awesome. To stay up to date on all things Fort Wayne Football Club, go to FortWayneFC.com
The #U17MNT would currently slot in as the No. 3 seed among group winners, with Argentina and Italy also completing perfect group stages with higher goal differentials.
The knockout stage is fully seeded, meaning the U.S. would face one of the third-place qualifiers to open the knockout round.
The knockout stage is fully seeded, meaning the U.S. would face one of the third-place qualifiers to open the knockout round.
🇺🇸 Mathis Albert scores the lone goal for the United States against Czech Republic at the U-17 World Cup for a 1-0 win.
USYNT wins all three group games, the first time in program history they won out at the U-17 World Cup group stage
USYNT wins all three group games, the first time in program history they won out at the U-17 World Cup group stage
November 11, 2025 at 4:44 PM
The #U17MNT would currently slot in as the No. 3 seed among group winners, with Argentina and Italy also completing perfect group stages with higher goal differentials.
The knockout stage is fully seeded, meaning the U.S. would face one of the third-place qualifiers to open the knockout round.
The knockout stage is fully seeded, meaning the U.S. would face one of the third-place qualifiers to open the knockout round.
The big fella seems a bit good.
I have had Spurs-Bulls on for about 30 seconds, and Wemby has dotted Vooch's eye from deep twice. Just absurd.
November 11, 2025 at 3:18 AM
The big fella seems a bit good.
Alice Waters' episode of Chef's Table on Netflix is so good.
What an inspiration.
What an inspiration.
November 11, 2025 at 2:20 AM
Alice Waters' episode of Chef's Table on Netflix is so good.
What an inspiration.
What an inspiration.
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One of the things I find so offensive about the foisting of tech into every aspect of human life is, cooking for someone, feeding them - regardless of your level of skill in the kitchen - is one of the most loving things you can do for a person. We're losing our souls.
November 10, 2025 at 10:42 PM
One of the things I find so offensive about the foisting of tech into every aspect of human life is, cooking for someone, feeding them - regardless of your level of skill in the kitchen - is one of the most loving things you can do for a person. We're losing our souls.
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snow squall to celebrate the @vermontgreenfc.bsky.social doc screening 😅
November 11, 2025 at 12:49 AM
snow squall to celebrate the @vermontgreenfc.bsky.social doc screening 😅
Four games to go.
November 10, 2025 at 11:35 PM
Four games to go.
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November 10, 2025 at 6:49 PM
One of the most Concacaf-iest goalkeepers of all-time, Bill Gaudette, must be included here.
Also, Tampa native, former Puerto Rico national team midfielder, current MNUFC2 Head Coach and all-around great guy Jeremy Hall.
Also, Tampa native, former Puerto Rico national team midfielder, current MNUFC2 Head Coach and all-around great guy Jeremy Hall.
Puerto Rico’s time to shine ☀️
Who are your favorite players to represent PR 🇵🇷
#50StatesofSoccer @kickbackcommittee.bsky.social
Who are your favorite players to represent PR 🇵🇷
#50StatesofSoccer @kickbackcommittee.bsky.social
November 10, 2025 at 5:44 PM
One of the most Concacaf-iest goalkeepers of all-time, Bill Gaudette, must be included here.
Also, Tampa native, former Puerto Rico national team midfielder, current MNUFC2 Head Coach and all-around great guy Jeremy Hall.
Also, Tampa native, former Puerto Rico national team midfielder, current MNUFC2 Head Coach and all-around great guy Jeremy Hall.
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Washington wins Big Ten title three days after death of goalkeeper Hamant
Washington wins Big Ten title three days after death of goalkeeper Hamant
Washington won the Big Ten women's tournament title on Sunday, just three days after the death of goalkeeper Mia Hamant from cancer.
prosoccerwire.usatoday.com
November 10, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Washington wins Big Ten title three days after death of goalkeeper Hamant
Remember to go follow Jon as the final round of games in Concacaf World Cup Qualifying play out over the next eight days, and three teams advance automatically to next summer's tournament.
By my count, there have been 10 #USL-C & #USL-1 players called up to participate.
By my count, there have been 10 #USL-C & #USL-1 players called up to participate.
It is currently 88F & humid in multiple cities where this same region will have World Cup qualifiers this week.
November 10, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Would you like to relive this weekend's penalty shootouts in the #USL-C and #USL-1 Playoffs in full?
Watch as Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC rallied to overcome Detroit City FC to reach its first #USL-C Eastern Conference Final...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=CwE0...
Watch as Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC rallied to overcome Detroit City FC to reach its first #USL-C Eastern Conference Final...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=CwE0...
Full Penalty Kick Shootout - Pittsburgh Riverhounds SCvs Detroit City FC
YouTube video by USL on YouTube
www.youtube.com
November 10, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Would you like to relive this weekend's penalty shootouts in the #USL-C and #USL-1 Playoffs in full?
Watch as Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC rallied to overcome Detroit City FC to reach its first #USL-C Eastern Conference Final...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=CwE0...
Watch as Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC rallied to overcome Detroit City FC to reach its first #USL-C Eastern Conference Final...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=CwE0...
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NEWSLETTER: Early release this week, but there's tons to cover. I'm diving deep into:
🟠 Knoxville's stellar back line
🔷 How Spokane's measured tactics won the day
⚓ Defensive balance for RIFC
💛 New Mexico's complete attack
⁉️ DC-Brooklyn takeaways
www.usltactics.com/p/the-back-f...
🟠 Knoxville's stellar back line
🔷 How Spokane's measured tactics won the day
⚓ Defensive balance for RIFC
💛 New Mexico's complete attack
⁉️ DC-Brooklyn takeaways
www.usltactics.com/p/the-back-f...
The Back Four: (Semi)final countdown
Featuring Rhode Island’s defensive choices, League One analysis, and more USL miscellany
www.usltactics.com
November 10, 2025 at 3:44 PM
NEWSLETTER: Early release this week, but there's tons to cover. I'm diving deep into:
🟠 Knoxville's stellar back line
🔷 How Spokane's measured tactics won the day
⚓ Defensive balance for RIFC
💛 New Mexico's complete attack
⁉️ DC-Brooklyn takeaways
www.usltactics.com/p/the-back-f...
🟠 Knoxville's stellar back line
🔷 How Spokane's measured tactics won the day
⚓ Defensive balance for RIFC
💛 New Mexico's complete attack
⁉️ DC-Brooklyn takeaways
www.usltactics.com/p/the-back-f...
Edgewater Castle FC - a community-backed club supported by more than 50 owners, including @chicagofire.bsky.social midfielder Kellyn Acosta - will join #USL-2 and #USL-W in 2026.
Good work happening here, including collaborating with the Chicago Park District.
www.uslleaguetwo.com/news_article...
Good work happening here, including collaborating with the Chicago Park District.
www.uslleaguetwo.com/news_article...
Edgewater Castle FC to join USL League Two and USL W League in 2026
Prominent Chicago club enters USL ecosystem
www.uslleaguetwo.com
November 10, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Edgewater Castle FC - a community-backed club supported by more than 50 owners, including @chicagofire.bsky.social midfielder Kellyn Acosta - will join #USL-2 and #USL-W in 2026.
Good work happening here, including collaborating with the Chicago Park District.
www.uslleaguetwo.com/news_article...
Good work happening here, including collaborating with the Chicago Park District.
www.uslleaguetwo.com/news_article...
What happened in the #GainbridgeSuperLeague on Sunday?
Defending title-holders @tampabaysunfc.bsky.social earned its first win of the season as Vivianne Bessette scored the only goal in a 1-0 victory away at Spokane Zephyr FC.
Full Highlights ➡️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=K8Zn...
Defending title-holders @tampabaysunfc.bsky.social earned its first win of the season as Vivianne Bessette scored the only goal in a 1-0 victory away at Spokane Zephyr FC.
Full Highlights ➡️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=K8Zn...
November 10, 2025 at 3:23 PM
What happened in the #GainbridgeSuperLeague on Sunday?
Defending title-holders @tampabaysunfc.bsky.social earned its first win of the season as Vivianne Bessette scored the only goal in a 1-0 victory away at Spokane Zephyr FC.
Full Highlights ➡️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=K8Zn...
Defending title-holders @tampabaysunfc.bsky.social earned its first win of the season as Vivianne Bessette scored the only goal in a 1-0 victory away at Spokane Zephyr FC.
Full Highlights ➡️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=K8Zn...
@oneknoxsc.bsky.social will host Spokane Velocity FC in the 2025 #USL-1 Final at Covenant Health Park.
The 2025 Players' Shield winner will square off with the 2024 finalist on Sunday evening at 5 p.m. ET on @golazoamerica.bsky.social.
www.uslleagueone.com/news_article...
The 2025 Players' Shield winner will square off with the 2024 finalist on Sunday evening at 5 p.m. ET on @golazoamerica.bsky.social.
www.uslleagueone.com/news_article...
One Knoxville SC to host Spokane Velocity FC in 2025 USL League One Final
Players’ Shield winner to face 2024 finalist at Covenant Health Park on Sunday, Nov. 16 at 5 p.m. ET on CBS Sports Golazo Network
www.uslleagueone.com
November 10, 2025 at 1:11 PM
@oneknoxsc.bsky.social will host Spokane Velocity FC in the 2025 #USL-1 Final at Covenant Health Park.
The 2025 Players' Shield winner will square off with the 2024 finalist on Sunday evening at 5 p.m. ET on @golazoamerica.bsky.social.
www.uslleagueone.com/news_article...
The 2025 Players' Shield winner will square off with the 2024 finalist on Sunday evening at 5 p.m. ET on @golazoamerica.bsky.social.
www.uslleagueone.com/news_article...
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Left it all on the pitch. Our inaugural season comes to an end, but what a gift it has been. With all our love, thank you for a year none of us will ever forget. Up the Hearts ♥️
November 10, 2025 at 5:21 AM
Left it all on the pitch. Our inaugural season comes to an end, but what a gift it has been. With all our love, thank you for a year none of us will ever forget. Up the Hearts ♥️
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Spokane Velocity, holy damn
USL 1 is fun man
USL 1 is fun man
November 10, 2025 at 5:03 AM
Spokane Velocity, holy damn
USL 1 is fun man
USL 1 is fun man
Again, this is incredible.
Hearts of Pine with a shot to win it from the spot, and Spokane Velocity's Carlos Merancio denies Jay Tee Kamara.
To sudden death we go, 4-4. #USL-1
Hearts of Pine with a shot to win it from the spot, and Spokane Velocity's Carlos Merancio denies Jay Tee Kamara.
To sudden death we go, 4-4. #USL-1
November 10, 2025 at 4:59 AM
Again, this is incredible.
Hearts of Pine with a shot to win it from the spot, and Spokane Velocity's Carlos Merancio denies Jay Tee Kamara.
To sudden death we go, 4-4. #USL-1
Hearts of Pine with a shot to win it from the spot, and Spokane Velocity's Carlos Merancio denies Jay Tee Kamara.
To sudden death we go, 4-4. #USL-1
It's 11:45 p.m. ET and we're going to a penalty shootout in Spokane, Wash.
Spokane Velocity FC vs. @heartsofpine.bsky.social for a place in the #USL-1 Final next Sunday evening. Get in here.
www.espn.com/watch/player...
Spokane Velocity FC vs. @heartsofpine.bsky.social for a place in the #USL-1 Final next Sunday evening. Get in here.
www.espn.com/watch/player...
Spokane Velocity vs. Portland Hearts of Pine (Semifinals) 11/9/25 - Stream the Match Live - Watch ESPN
Stream the USL League One Match Spokane Velocity vs. Portland Hearts of Pine (Semifinals) live from ESPN+ on Watch ESPN. Live stream on Sunday, November 9, 2025.
www.espn.com
November 10, 2025 at 4:46 AM
It's 11:45 p.m. ET and we're going to a penalty shootout in Spokane, Wash.
Spokane Velocity FC vs. @heartsofpine.bsky.social for a place in the #USL-1 Final next Sunday evening. Get in here.
www.espn.com/watch/player...
Spokane Velocity FC vs. @heartsofpine.bsky.social for a place in the #USL-1 Final next Sunday evening. Get in here.
www.espn.com/watch/player...
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USL AFTER DARK
Oh, wow. Spokane Velocity with the 121st minute equalizer! #USL-1
November 10, 2025 at 4:43 AM
USL AFTER DARK