On our 2024 year end show, our 3 correspondents give their thoughts on the biggest stories of the year:

1. Dick Howard discussed the highlights in Canadian soccer, including Calvary FC winning the CPL, Vancouver Whitecaps being sold and Canada's top men doing well in Europe. Dick also talked Italian and English soccer with Joe & Andrew.
2. Our MASL correspondent, Greg Suttie, talked about the Rochester Lancers finishing runner-up in MASL2 and going 14-1 on the year, the start of the new MASL Women's League and the 3 divisions of MASL all starting off strong this seaso
3. Front Row Soccer's Michael Lewis, the author of "Alive and Kicking, the Incredible but True Story of the Rochester Lancers" and "Still Alive and Kicking - The Story of the 21st Century Rochester Lancers" (go to rochesterlancersbook.com), talked about NISA no longer being sanctioned by US Soccer, Netflix winning the broadcast rights to the next 2 Women's World Cups and the US Women winning Olympic gold.

Andrew and Joe talked about the Flower City Union player signings and what is coming up for Union and 1872 in January, plus thanking all of the show's sponsors in 2024.

Andrew, Joe and Front Row Soccer's Michael Lewis, the author of "Alive and Kicking, the Incredible but True Story of the Rochester Lancers" and "Still Alive and Kicking - The Story of the 21st Century Rochester Lancers" (go to rochesterlancersbook.com), talked about the passing of former US International and NASL star Pat McBride, the latest on Christian Pulisic and Gio Reyna, the sale and potential move of the Vancouver Whitecaps and the state of MLS from commissioner Don Garber.

Joe and Andrew gave the international report discussing the awarding of the 2030 and 2034 World Cups, the groups in the European World Cup qualifying and the surprising results from the past week in European soccer. Andrew and Joe also talked about the 4 new player signings for Flower City 1872 announced earlier in the day.

Our special guest was the owner of Flower City Union and 1872, Jimmy Paola, who spoke on the move of the 1872 ladies from the UWS to the USL-W Women's League for the upcoming season, 4 players that have re-signed, the coaching stats of Flower City Union men's team and changes to the downtown soccer stadium for 2025.

Front Row Soccer's Michael Lewis, the author of "Alive and Kicking, the Incredible but True Story of the Rochester Lancers" and "Still Alive and Kicking - The Story of the 21st Century Rochester Lancers" (go to rochesterlancersbook.com), gave his onsite report on the MLS Cup Final from Los Angeles won for the record 6th time by the LA Galaxy after their 2-1 win over the NY Red Bulls on Saturday.

Joe and Andrew gave the international report including a rundown of the groups and matches in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup to be held in the US next summer, the latest update on US Captain Christian Pulisic who tore his calf in Milan's latest match and this week's matches in the UEFA Champions League. Andrew also wrapped up our local collegiate soccer coverage with William Smith finishing 2nd in the NCAA D3 Women's soccer tournament.

Our special guest was the coach of the Roberts Wesleyan University men’s soccer team, Scott Reber, who spoke live from the NCCAA Championships in Kissimmee, Florida where the RedHawks are competing. Coach spoke on this season for Roberts, the players who made the East Coast Conference All-Star Team and The Christian Service Project that all the teams in the tournament contributed to on Monday to benefit Living Hope International.

Front Row Soccer's Michael Lewis, the author of "Alive and Kicking, the Incredible but True Story of the Rochester Lancers" and "Still Alive and Kicking - The Story of the 21st Century Rochester Lancers" (go to rochesterlancersbook.com), reviewed the NY Red Bulls Cinderella run to the MLS Cup Final on Saturday where they will face host LA Galaxy. Andrew and Michael went over the stats and factors that will help decide this year's MLS Champions and discussed the keys to the match.

Joe and Andrew gave the international report and the latest update on Fiorentina midfielder Edoardo Bove, who collapsed during Sunday's Serie A match against Inter, plus the 3rd round matchups in the English FA Cup.

Our special guest was the GM of Roc City Boom who begin play in MASL3 in January, Mark Mandell, who spoke on how the Boom came to play indoors this year, the hiring of former Lancers' coach Jim Hesch, the home schedule at the Sports Garden and the teams the Boom will play against in MASL3.

Front Row Soccer's Michael Lewis, the author of "Alive and Kicking, the Incredible but True Story of the Rochester Lancers" and "Still Alive and Kicking - The Story of the 21st Century Rochester Lancers" (go to rochesterlancersbook.com), gave his onsite report of the NY Red Bulls upsetting NYCFC at Citi Field in NYC in the MLS playoffs and reviewed the other quarterfinal matches on the weekend, plus discussed our US National Teams - the men's win in the CONCACAF Nations league against Jamaica and the women facing England on Saturday at Wembley which could be the last match for Alyssa Naeher who is retiring from the USWNT.

Joe and Andrew gave the international report on the European league results and this week's UEFA Champions League matches and what is coming up in Europe this weekend. Andrew also reported on William Smith making the final 4 of the NCAA D3 women's soccer tournament.

Our special guest was the head coach of the NY State Section V Class B boys' soccer champion Hornell Red Raiders, Jim Tobin, who talked about his background in soccer playing and coaching, how high school soccer has changed over his nearly 40 years of coaching and the key players that helped Hornell to a sectional championship.

Front Row Soccer's Michael Lewis, the author of "Alive and Kicking, the Incredible but True Story of the Rochester Lancers" and "Still Alive and Kicking - The Story of the 21st Century Rochester Lancers" (go to rochesterlancersbook.com), discussed the 14th anniversary of the passing of Rochester Lancers all-time leading scorer Mike Stojanovic and the 35 year anniversary of Paul Caligiuri's goal to put the US into the 1990 World Cup, the USMNT facing Jamaica in the 2nd leg of the CONCACAF Nations League quarterfinals and the MLS Eastern semi-final between NYCFC and NY Red Bulls on Saturday.

Joe and Andrew gave the international report on the UEFA Champions League and the hiring of Claudio Ranieri by Roma as their 4th head coach this season, plus they discussed the return of indoor soccer to Rochester with Roc City Boom in MASL3 and the Section V soccer state champions.

Andrew, Joe and Front Row Soccer's Michael Lewis, the author of "Alive and Kicking, the Incredible but True Story of the Rochester Lancers" and "Still Alive and Kicking - The Story of the 21st Century Rochester Lancers" (go to rochesterlancersbook.com), talked about the MLS playoffs and the surprising results including the NY Red Bulls knocking out defending champs Columbus and #1 seeds Inter Miami and LAFC being forced to a third and deciding game in the conference quarterfinals, the end of the NWSL regular season and the possibility of MLS and the USL moving to a fall to spring schedule after the 2026 World Cup.

Joe and Andrew gave the international report listing the winners of the Ballon D'Or awards last week, the results from Serie A and the Premiership and this week's Champions League and domestic matches.

Andrew and Joe also talked about Flower City 1872 hiring Antonio LaGamba and former Flower City Union MVP Kyle Nelson as their new coaches and reviewing the sectional high school soccer champions and the upcoming college soccer league playoffs.

Andrew, Joe and Front Row Soccer's Michael Lewis, the author of "Alive and Kicking, the Incredible but True Story of the Rochester Lancers" and "Still Alive and Kicking - The Story of the 21st Century Rochester Lancers" (go to rochesterlancersbook.com), talked about the MLS playoffs and the surprising results including the NY Red Bulls knocking out defending champs Columbus and #1 seeds Inter Miami and LAFC being forced to a third and deciding game in the conference quarterfinals, the end of the NWSL regular season and the possibility of MLS and the USL moving to a fall to spring schedule after the 2026 World Cup.

Joe and Andrew gave the international report listing the winners of the Ballon D'Or awards last week, the results from Serie A and the Premiership and this week's Champions League and domestic matches.

Andrew and Joe also talked about Flower City 1872 hiring Antonio LaGamba and former Flower City Union MVP Kyle Nelson as their new coaches and reviewing the sectional high school soccer champions and the upcoming college soccer league playoffs.  

Our special guest was the head coach of the #1 women's soccer team in NCAA D3, Jim Conlon of Washington University of St. Louis, who spoke on team's success this year and their record of excellence over the past 2 decades, playing in the University Athletic Association where all 8 teams will likely make the NCAA tournament and this Sunday's critical match at the University of Rochester in a battle for 1st place in the UAA.

Front Row Soccer's Michael Lewis, the author of "Alive and Kicking, the Incredible but True Story of the Rochester Lancers" and "Still Alive and Kicking - The Story of the 21st Century Rochester Lancers" (go to rochesterlancersbook.com), first talked about the folding of the indoor Rochester Lancers and how Soccer Sam Fantauzzo and Kayla Kent-Moreira came to the decision. Michael then discussed the shocking death of Philadelphia Union keeper Holden Trent, the first MLS playoff matches, the US Women winning twice against Iceland and the US U17 women making the Final Four in the World Cup.

With Joe off, Andrew gave the international report and reported on the sacking of Manchester United coach Erik Ten Hag and the latest results from Europe.

Our special guest was the 2023 National High School Girls Soccer Coach of the year, Spencerport’s Jamie Schneider, who spoke about last season’s undefeated state championship side, this year’s team being the number 1 seed in Section V class AA and the upcoming sectionals where the Rangers will host their quarterfinal match on Saturday.

Front Row Soccer's Michael Lewis, the author of "Alive and Kicking, the Incredible but True Story of the Rochester Lancers" and "Still Alive and Kicking - The Story of the 21st Century Rochester Lancers" (go to rochesterlancersbook.com), reviewed the final day of the MLS regular season, discussed Inter Miami going from worst to first and being selected for the Club World Cup, the MLS playoffs that start on Tuesday and the first MLS matches for San Diego FC next season.

Andrew and Joe gave the international report and reported on Neymar’s return to the pitch after a year recovering from a torn ACL, the latest from the European leagues and this week’s matches in the UEFA Champions League and the domestic leagues.

Andrew also reviewed the latest local college soccer news and this week’s scheduled matches.

With Joe ill and unable to be on the show, Andrew and Front Row Soccer's Michael Lewis, the author of "Alive and Kicking, the Incredible but True Story of the Rochester Lancers" and "Still Alive and Kicking - The Story of the 21st Century Rochester Lancers" (go to rochesterlancersbook.com), talked about the US Men's National Team beating Panama 2-0 in new coach Mauricio Pochettino's first match, Tuesday's "friendly" against host Mexico, the US U-17 Women starting play in the World Cup and Decision Day in MLS with the playoff possibilities for each team.

Andrew gave the international report focusing on national team action, including Nigeria refusing to play host Libya due the team being abandoned at a faraway airport, the UEFA Nations League action. World Cup qualifying in South America, the European leagues starting back up and the US Women winning the World Mimi-Football World Cup over Mexico.

Andrew also talked about the upcoming matches in local Rochester high school and college soccer.

Joe, Andrew and Front Row Soccer's Michael Lewis, the author of "Alive and Kicking, the Incredible but True Story of the Rochester Lancers" and "Still Alive and Kicking - The Story of the 21st Century Rochester Lancers" (go to rochesterlancersbook.com), talked about the passing of Dutch legend Johan Neeskens, who played in Rochester for the Cosmos against the Lancers in 1979 and 1980, the 1 year anniversary of the Hamas attacks and reflections by Rochester native and former USMNT coach Dave Sarachan, who was in Israel that day with Maccabi Tel Aviv, and the US Men's National Team's friendly against Panama and the selections by new coach Mauricio Pochettino.

Joe and Andrew gave the international report focusing on Milan's 2-1 loss to Fiorentina and Christian Pulisic not being allowed to take 2 PK's for Milan in the match (both of which were saved), plus the return of Paul Pogba and his potential move to MLS. Joe also talked about his hometown team in Italy, 7th division ASD Garibaldina 1959, whose president his Joe's great-nephew.

Our special guest was our former international correspondent, "Mr. Zero" Dick Howard, who remembered his friend and colleague, Colin Jose, Canada Soccer’s press officer from 1972 to 1982 and a founding member of the Canada Soccer Hall of Fame, who passed away on September 14 at the age of 88.

Front Row Soccer's Michael Lewis, the author of "Alive and Kicking, the Incredible but True Story of the Rochester Lancers" and "Still Alive and Kicking - The Story of the 21st Century Rochester Lancers" (go to rochesterlancersbook.com), also paid tribute to Colin Jose, who was a member of the US Soccer Hall of Fame and served as the Hall of Fame’s historian from 1997-2007. Michael also previewed the US Open Cup final between LAFC and Sporting KC and Saturday's Hudson River Derby between the NY Red Bulls and NYCFC.

Joe was live from his hometown of Soveria Mannelli Catanzaro in Calabria Italy and spoke on soccer in that region of the country and also reported on Italian and European soccer, including the firing of Roma coach Daniele De Rossi and the subsequent resigning of the club's CEO after fan pressure due to the sacking.

Our special guest was our former international correspondent, "Mr. Zero" Dick Howard, who remembered his friend and colleague, Colin Jose, Canada Soccer’s press officer from 1972 to 1982 and a founding member of the Canada Soccer Hall of Fame, who passed away on September 14 at the age of 88.

Front Row Soccer's Michael Lewis, the author of "Alive and Kicking, the Incredible but True Story of the Rochester Lancers" and "Still Alive and Kicking - The Story of the 21st Century Rochester Lancers" (go to rochesterlancersbook.com), also paid tribute to Colin Jose, who was a member of the US Soccer Hall of Fame and served as the Hall of Fame’s historian from 1997-2007. Michael also previewed the US Open Cup final between LAFC and Sporting KC and Saturday's Hudson River Derby between the NY Red Bulls and NYCFC.

Joe was live from his hometown of Soveria Mannelli Catanzaro in Calabria Italy and spoke on soccer in that region of the country and also reported on Italian and European soccer, including the firing of Roma coach Daniele De Rossi and the subsequent resigning of the club's CEO after fan pressure due to the sacking.

This podcast version of Soccer is a Kick in the Grass features interviews conducted at the State University of New York at Brockport Men's Soccer reunion held on September 21, 2024. The event celebrated the 50th anniversary of the 1974 NCAA Division 3 National Champion Golden Eagles and the undefeated 1968 team that was inducted into the Brockport State Sports Hall of Fame that weekend.

Featured are interviews with former NASL Rochester Lancers Kevin Gannon, Jim May and Nelson Cupello, former American Soccer League star and a member of the University of San Francisco Sports Hall of Fame for his contribution to the 1975 and 1976 NCAA D1 champion Dons, Mal Roach, and 2 members of the 1968 undefeated team, Dave Scheer and Dan Hickey.

Our special guest was the new head coach of the Roberts Wesleyan women's soccer team, Jeff Vieira, who spoke on his being promoted to head coach just before the season started, the key returning players, how he changing the style of play at Roberts and the upcoming 4 home matches.

Front Row Soccer's Michael Lewis, the author of "Alive and Kicking, the Incredible but True Story of the Rochester Lancers" and "Still Alive and Kicking - The Story of the 21st Century Rochester Lancers" (go to rochesterlancersbook.com), spoke about the hiring of Mauricio Pochettino as US Men's National Team coach and what that means for US Soccer and also the latest from MLS.

Joe and Andrew talked about the 54th anniversary of the Rochester Lancers winning the NASL title, the 25th anniversary of the Rochester Rhinos winning the US Open Cup and the 50th anniversary of Brockport State men's soccer team winning the NCAA D3 championship. They also previewed the UEFA Champions League that starts this week.

We had 2 special guests on the show:

1. The Commissioner of MASL2, MASL3 and the new women's indoor league MASLW, Chris Economides, who spoke on the merger of MASL3 and the PASL, the plans for the indoor soccer pyramid and the planned dates for the release of the 2024-25 schedule for all the leagues.
2. The head coach of the University of Rochester women's soccer team, Ashley Van Vechten, who spoke on last season's unbeaten team, this year team and the very tough schedule the Yellowjackets will have, how the team is preparing physically and mentally and the big home matches for the U of R against last season's NCAA tournament teams.

Front Row Soccer's Michael Lewis, the author of "Alive and Kicking, the Incredible but True Story of the Rochester Lancers" and "Still Alive and Kicking - The Story of the 21st Century Rochester Lancers" (go to rochesterlancersbook.com), discussed the retirement of former WNY Flash and US International forward Alex Morgan and the US Men facing New Zealand on Tuesday.

Joe and Andrew reported on the critical health problems of former Italian National Team striker, "Toto" Schillaci and the UEFA Nations League matches currently taking place.

Joe, Andrew and Front Row Soccer's Michael Lewis, the author of "Alive and Kicking, the Incredible but True Story of the Rochester Lancers" and "Still Alive and Kicking - The Story of the 21st Century Rochester Lancers" (go to rochesterlancersbook.com), discussed the 44th anniversary of the final matches of the NASL Rochester Lancers, what caused the downfall of the team and how the franchise was finally terminated by the league. Michael also discussed Commissioner Don Garber's 25th anniversary at the helm of MLS, the end of the Leagues Cup and the semi-finals of the US Open Cup and the latest on the potential hiring of Mauricio Pochettino as the new US Men's National team coach.

Joe and Andrew gave the international report including the death of former England manager and long-time Italian club coach Sven-Göran Eriksson, Juventus going to the top of Serie A, Bayer Leverkusen winning their opening Bundesliga match in the 101st minute and the latest transfer window moves and rumors. Joe and Andrew also reported on 2 new teams entering MASL2 for the 2024-25 season.

Our special guest was Flower City Union/1872 Managing Director & Chief Commercial Officer, Mark Washo, who shared memories and stories about the current USWNT Coach and Olympic Champion Emma Hayes, who was a consultant with the Washington Freedom when Mark was the President and GM.

Front Row Soccer's Michael Lewis, the author of "Alive and Kicking, the Incredible but True Story of the Rochester Lancers" and "Still Alive and Kicking - The Story of the 21st Century Rochester Lancers" (go to rochesterlancersbook.com), discussed the USMNT potential hiring of former Chelsea and Spurs coach, Mauricio Pochettino, as the new National team coach and Landon Donovan being hired to coach the San Diego Wave of the NWSL.

Joe and Andrew reviewed the Premiership and Serie A matches in Week 1 and previewed Serie A, La Liga and the Bundesliga 2024-25 seasons.

We had 2 special guests on the show:

1. Flower City Union/1872 GM Casey Catlin, who discussed his decision to return to the teams for 2025, the search for a new coach, the kids camps taking place this week and what will happen for the 2025 season,
2. Our Canadian correspondent, "Mr. Zero" Dick Howard, who talked about the fallout of Canada's women's national team coached being banned for a year due to "Dronegate", the latest from the Canadian Premier League and the start of the English season and what to expect

Front Row Soccer's Michael Lewis, the author of "Alive and Kicking, the Incredible but True Story of the Rochester Lancers" and "Still Alive and Kicking - The Story of the 21st Century Rochester Lancers" (go to rochesterlancersbook.com), talked about the US Men's National Team troubles with Joe and Andrew, losing in the group stage of the Copa America, what the team needs to do to prepare for the 2026 World Cup and if there will be a new head coach named this week.

Front Row Soccer's Michael Lewis, the author of "Alive and Kicking, the Incredible but True Story of the Rochester Lancers" and "Still Alive and Kicking - The Story of the 21st Century Rochester Lancers" (go to rochesterlancersbook.com), had 2 segments on the show.

1. Michael gave his thoughts on the Olympic soccer tournament with the US Men and Women looking to go to the knockout stage, the incredible ending of the Argentina/Morocco men's match that took 4 hours to complete and the fallout of the “dronegate” spying controversy with the Canadian Women's team.
2. Michael also reported the latest news from MLS, including the All-Star game, the Leagues Cup against Mexican teams and the current standings, plus thoughts on who will be the next USMNT coach.

Joe and Andrew reported on Rochester NY FC making the UPSL final 4 to be held in 2 weeks in Pittsburgh, the latest transfers in Europe and the pre-season friendlies taking place across the US with the biggest clubs in the world.

Our special guest was Flower City Union and Flower City 1872 owner Jimmy Paola, who reviewed the 2024 season for the men and women, discussed the resignation of GM Casey Catlin and coach Jordan Sullivan and talked about the 2025 season.

Front Row Soccer's Michael Lewis, the author of "Alive and Kicking, the Incredible but True Story of the Rochester Lancers" and "Still Alive and Kicking - The Story of the 21st Century Rochester Lancers" (go to rochesterlancersbook.com), had 2 segments focusing on the troubles at the Copa America final with ticketless fans storming the gates at Hard Rock Stadium and the potential candidates for the vacant US Men's National Team coaching job.

Joe and Andrew wrapped up coverage of the Euros tournament with Spain winning their record 4th title.

We had 2 special guests on the show:

1. Playoff-bound Flower City Union defender Matt Bamford, who spoke on the team's 3-1 win on Saturday over Cleveland that put them in the NPSL playoffs, Wednesday's playoff match in Pittsburgh and his background in soccer coming from England.
2. Our Canadian correspondent, "Mr. Zero" Dick Howard, who talked about Canada making the Copa America semi-finals and facing Argentina again, plus a preview of the Euro 2024 semi-finals.

Front Row Soccer's Michael Lewis, the author of "Alive and Kicking, the Incredible but True Story of the Rochester Lancers" and "Still Alive and Kicking - The Story of the 21st Century Rochester Lancers" (go to rochesterlancersbook.com), talked about the US Men's National Team troubles with Joe and Andrew, losing in the group stage of the Copa America, what the team needs to do to prepare for the 2026 World Cup and if there will be a new head coach named this week.

We had 2 special guests on the show:

1. The Man of the Match from Sunday's 2-2 tie between Flower City Union and Erie, defender Alex Vega, who spoke on the win and draw from last week, the two critical home matches this week where 2 Union wins will put them on the playoffs and how he came to the US from his native Panama.
2. Our Canadian correspondent, "Mr. Zero" Dick Howard, who talked about Canada making the knockout stage of the Copa America and latest results in the Euro 2024 tournament.

Front Row Soccer's Michael Lewis, the author of "Alive and Kicking, the Incredible but True Story of the Rochester Lancers" and "Still Alive and Kicking - The Story of the 21st Century Rochester Lancers" (go to rochesterlancersbook.com), talked about the US Men's National Team 2-1 loss to Panama and tonight's do or die match against Uruguay that the US must win to make the knockout stage.

Andrew spoke with Joe Sirianni and Italian-American Sport Club secretary Joe Larizza talked about Italy's exit from the Euros in the Round of 16 and what the country must do to improve for World Cup qualifying.

We had 2 special guests on the show:

1. Flower City Union and 1872 coach Jordan Sullivan, who spoke on the teams' recent struggles on the road and coming home to play this and next week at the Downtown Soccer Stadium.
2. Our Turkish correspondent, Bob Turgut, who talked about the latest results in the Euro 2024 tournament and the hiring of Jose Mourinho as the new coach of Fenerbahce.

Front Row Soccer's Michael Lewis, the author of "Alive and Kicking, the Incredible but True Story of the Rochester Lancers" and "Still Alive and Kicking - The Story of the 21st Century Rochester Lancers" (go to rochesterlancersbook.com), talked about the USMNT's 2-0 win over Bolivia in the Copa America, the next mane for the US against Panama and the opening match win for Argentina against Canada.

Andrew spoke with Joe about Andrew's recent trip to Portugal and his thoughts on the soccer culture in that country and their love for their greatest player, Cristiano Ronaldo.

We had the second of our two 30th anniversary shows featuring the legends of the NASL Rochester Lancers! This show had guests from the later years of the team, including those who played in the memorable 1977 season where the Lancers made the NASL semi-finals.

1. The son of the late Lancers owner, Pat DINolfo, the Honorable Judge Vincent DINolfo.
2. A memebrs of numerous Halls of Fame and the former coach of the Rochester Rhinos, Pat Ercoli.
3. The man who played more seasons (1971-78) for the Lancers than anyone else, Francisco Escos.
4. Former US International who played 8 seasons in the NASL, with the 1st 2 in Rochester, Don Droege.
5. Goalkeeper for both the outdoor and NASL indoor Rochester Lancers, Jim May.
6. Collegiate Hall of Fame player and coach, who spent 6 seasons with the Lancers, Nelson Cupello.
7. The reporter who covered the team in those years, Front Row Soccer's Michael Lewis, the author of "Alive and Kicking, the Incredible but True Story of the Rochester Lancers" and "Still Alive and Kicking - The Story of the 21st Century Rochester Lancers" (go to rochesterlancersbook.com), with many stories of these legendary Lancers players!

We had the first of our two 30th anniversary shows featuring the legends of the NASL Rochester Lancers! This show had guests from the early years of the team, including the 1970 NASL Championship side:

1. The Chairman of the Board of the NASL Lancers and the founder of Soccer is a Kick in the Grass in 1994, Charlie Schiano.
2. The captain of the Lancers from 1969-1975, including the '70 champs, Charlie Mitchell.
3. One of the Lancers' all-time leading scorers and 1969 NASL champ with KC Spurs, Manfred Seissler.
4. Goalkeeper on the 1970 team and our former international correspondent, "Mr. Zero" Dick Howard, who also previewed the 2024 Euros.
5. The only 2-time NASL MVP (in 1970 and 1971), "Il Topolino" Carlos Metidieri.
6. A 1970 NASL Champion who played 8 seasons for the Lancers, "The man who marked Pele" Frank Odoi

We had 2 special guests on the show:

1. Flower City Union midfielder Rodrigo Almeida, who spoke on coming to America from Portugal to play collegiate soccer, the team winning their last 2 matches with him scoring 3 goals and the upcoming match against Erie on Saturday.
2. Flower City 1872 defender Jailyn Parrotte, a member of the UWS Team of the Week, who talked about 1872 coming from behind to defeat Erie 4-3 on May 26, her background in soccer and the rematch at Erie this Saturday.

Front Row Soccer's Michael Lewis, the author of "Alive and Kicking, the Incredible but True Story of the Rochester Lancers" and "Still Alive and Kicking - The Story of the 21st Century Rochester Lancers" (go to rochesterlancersbook.com), talked about Pachuca winning the CONCACAF Champions Cup against Columbus, NYCFC and the NY Red Bulls continuing their winning ways, US Women playing South Korea Tuesday in St. Paul and the US Men facing Columbia Saturday in preparation for the Copa America.

Andrew and Joe reported on international soccer including Real Madrid winning the UEFA Champions League over Borussia Dortmund, Atalanta ending Bayer Leverkusen's unbeaten streak at 51 in winning the Europa League, the latest European coaching changes and upcoming friendlies teams are having to get ready for the Euro 2024 in Germany next week.

We had a special Memorial Day show focusing on the 2024 TST 7v7 Soccer Tournament taking place June 5-10 in Cary, NC. (www.thetournament.com/tst). Our special guests were:

1. Rochester Lancers player/assistant coach Joey Tavernese, who will play for Manhattan Kickers.
2. 2015 Rochester Rhinos championship captain and 2023 TST champion Tony Walls, who will play for The Town FC this time around and
3. Former Rhino and current head coach of the 2023 TST champions Newtown Pride, Onua Obasi.

Andrew also previewed each of the men’s and women’s groups in the event.