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Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyRiverhounds Robbie Mertz reflects on title run, higher standards for players and moreRobbie Mertz is back for another season with his hometown club, the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC.This time he comes back to the club, with a new contract, as a champion, postseason hero and even more determined to contribute in contributing to the Riverhounds' standard of success that has been part of his tenures with the team.As the Hounds kick off the preseason, Mertz joins John Krysinsky on the Sounding Off on Soccer Podcast for a revealing and compelling in-depth interview. Among the topics John and Robbie discuss included:reflections on las...
2026-02-0644 min
Kids on the Pitch (Scholastic and Youth Soccer in Western PA)South Fayette and Burrell girls captains excited, focused on first-ever appearances in PIAA FinalsTwo WPIAL girls soccer programs have reached the PIAA (State) Championship game for the first time ever in their respective classifications, as Burrell advanced in the Class 2A bracket where they'll take on Archbishop Wood (Friday evening, 7 p.m. kickoff) and South Fayette are headed to the Class 3A final where they'll face Radnor (Saturday afternoon, 1 p.m. kickoff).Both matches will be played at Northeastern High School in Manchester.Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky caught up with captains from both squads on Thursday for a special edition of Kids on the Pitch Podcast.
2025-11-1445 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyRiverhounds' missing ingredient, plus Steel City FC's Nolan Hutter on US Open Qualifying runOn the latest episode of Sounding Off on Soccer Podcast, Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky discusses the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC one key missing ingredient as they get set to host Rhode Island FC in the USL Championship's Eastern Conference Final on Saturday. Then, John is joined by Steel City FC's Nolan Hutter, who's been helping lead Pittsburgh's USL League Two makeshift squad through 2026 US Open Cup Qualifying: Among the topics John and Nolan discussed include: Steel City's quest to get into the US Open Cup proper tournament by way of qualifying with a m...
2025-11-1236 min
Kids on the Pitch (Scholastic and Youth Soccer in Western PA)Allderdice boys soccer's history-making PIAA run with HC David ThybergWe've reached Championship week, the PIAA Boys and Girls Soccer tournament has a handful of teams who have made it deep into the tournament.Instead of the field from Western PA including all WPIAL (PIAA's District 7) schools, there's Pittsburgh City School program, designated in PIAA's District 8, Allderdice boys, have crashed the Class 3A party.On Saturday night, Allderdice faced off against a WPIAL champion, West Allegheny.For the second straight year, the Dragons took the WPIAL's top team to extra time in the PIAA Quarterfinal Round, but this time around, the City League...
2025-11-1143 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyBreaking down Riverhounds-Hartford playoff clash with USL broadcaster Joe MalfaIn what has become a tradition of sorts, PSN's John Krysinsky is joined by a member of the broadcast team for a Riverhounds' upcoming playoff match -- as USL Championship play-by-play announcer Joe Malfa jumps on Sounding Off on Soccer Podcast to discuss Saturday's USL Championship Eastern Conference Quarterfinal Round match at Highmark Stadium.Together, John and Joe breakdown the match-up and discuss the many, many storylines for the first Hounds home playoff match since 2023 and only the second this decade.
2025-10-2938 min
Kids on the Pitch (Scholastic and Youth Soccer in Western PA)It's WPIAL Soccer Championship week with Westmoreland Sports Network's Mike PowersThe WPIAL boys and girls soccer playoffs are halfway complete and will come to a mad dash finish this week with the semifinal round and then quickly turn to the WPIAL Finals at Highmark Stadium.Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky is joined by Westmoreland Sports Network soccer analyst Mike Powers to take a look a quick look back at some of the highlights of the first two rounds of the WPIAL playoffs, including both Quarterfinal Round matches featuring Norwin, which Mike was on the call when Plum eliminted Norwin in Boys Class 4A tournament in a penalty...
2025-10-2736 min
Kids on the Pitch (Scholastic and Youth Soccer in Western PA)High School soccer is back with Pine-Richland's Jordan WiegandThat's right, a new High School soccer season is getting ready to kick off! That means the Kids on the Pitch Podcast returns for regular, ongoing episodes through the course of the Fall season.To get started, Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky sits down with Pine-Richland Boys and Girls Head Coach Jordan Wiegand, who is excited to talk about a loaded field of boys' schools -- both in the WPIAL and from outside the area -- who will take part in the 12-team JRK Memorial Classic.John and Jordan also talk about numerous t...
2025-08-2132 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyThe Sporting News' Mike Decourcy on USMNT, FIFA Club World Cup and soccer's equivalent of MJ v LeBron debateIt's been a while, but Mike Decourcy, fresh off covering FIFA Club World Cup at Met Life Stadium earlier in the week, joins John Krysinsky on a new episode of Sounding Off on Soccer Podcast.With the FIFA World Cup in the US, Canada and Mexico less than one year away, Mike and John discuss the state of USMNT along with more on FIFA's Club World Cup. Then shifting gears, they also tackle another column that Mike wrote about this week, which is one of the greatest debates that extends to all sports fans, Michael J...
2025-07-1751 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyPitt women’s soccer in transition year with Ben and Randy Waldrum (Part II)In May, Pitt women's soccer program announced an official change in leadership, with Randy Waldrum stepping into a new role as Technical Director, while Ben Waldrum is taking over as the team's Head Coach.For the first time since the transition took place, Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky had a chance to visit Pitt's Peterson Sports Complex and sit down with the father and son duo who have led Pitt women's soccer to its most successful era and has reached its greatest heights since they arrived in 2018.In this exclusive, in-depth interview, among the topics...
2025-07-1523 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyPitt women soccer's transition year with Ben Waldrum and Randy Waldrum (Part I)In May, Pitt women's soccer program announced an official change in leadership, with Randy Waldrum stepping into a new role as Technical Director, while Ben Waldrum is taking over as the team's Head Coach.For the first time since the transition took place, Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky had a chance to visit Pitt's Peterson Sports Complex and sit down with the father and son duo who have led Pitt women's soccer to its most successful era and has reached its greatest heights since they arrived in 2018.In this exclusive, in-depth interview, among the topics...
2025-07-1522 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyNathan Prex and Josh Lane on Steel City FC's third straight Division title and first in USL League TwoIn the club's first season competing in USL League Two, Steel City FC's men's team earned yet another Division Title with one match remaining, following a 2-1 defeat of Toledo Villa FC, on Sunday at Founders Field.Two key members of the squad, Nathan Prex (Seneca Valley HS/Lebanon Valley) and Josh Lane (Leicester, England/Robert Morris), sat down for an interview on the latest episode of Sounding Off on Soccer Podcast with Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky.Prex, a former standout with Seneca Valley who has excelled at Lebanon Valley College (30 goals in his...
2025-07-1131 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyRiveters Head Coach Scott Gibson guides Riveters' vision in exhilarating first seasonOn the eve of the Pittsburgh Riveters SC first-ever postseason appearance, the squad's Head Coach, Scott Gibson sat down with Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky for an insightful interview session. Having been there to help foster the start and as a constant in the incremental growth and ascension of the Riverhounds Development Academy, Gibson was tabbed to take the role as the first-ever coach of W League League squad that would play at Highmark Stadium and generate a new level of excitement for women's soccer. Among topics Gibson discusses includes: Whirlwind first seas...
2025-07-0329 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyJack Shearer, Josh DiMatteo and Grant Glorioso are bringing pro indoor soccer back to Pittsburgh with Bridge City FCThree Pittsburgh natives, Jack Shearer, Josh DiMatteo and Grant Glorioso are bringing professional indoor soccer back to the Steel City.On the latest episode of Sounding Off on Soccer Podcast, Shearer, DiMatteo and Glorioso join Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky to share more details about the new Major League Indoor Soccer franchise: Bridge City FC. After years of playing Division I collegiate and professional indoor soccer in the Major Arena Soccer League (MASL), with teams like the Baltimore Blast and Harrisburg Heat, the trio is launching a new franchise, Bridge City FC, in the Major Lea...
2025-07-0234 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyReilly sisters each found their own pathway to high-level soccer with Steel City FC, Riveters SCWhen the Pittsburgh Riveters SC and Steel City FC face off for the second time this month on Friday night at Highmark Stadium (7 p.m. kickoff) in a high-stakes match with USL W League Great Forest Division top spot in the balance, both clubs will be showcasing rosters that will include more than four dozen players from the Greater Pittsburgh region.Focusing on this match-up, many players on both rosters are from in and around the Greater Pittsburgh area. Many of the players on both sides know each other very well. There are many current college teammates, for...
2025-06-2631 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskySteel City FC's high-stakes rematch with Riveters SC with Head Coach Tom OvendenSteel City FC women's first team is preparing for the final weekend of the regular season in the club's first-go around in the USL W League. Head Coach Tom Ovenden jumps on with Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky to talk about the season to this point, this Friday's high-stakes match-up vs Riveters at Highmark Stadium as both teams are vying for Great Forest Division top spot and more.
2025-06-2519 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyRiveters SC back Chloe Kuminkoski's Glioma Research Fund through Play for Change initiativeIn a special episode of Sounding Off on Soccer, Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky is joined by Pittsburgh Riveters SC's Chloe Kuminkoski, who has started Glioma Research Fund, which has been backed by the team's Play for Change initiative.In this episode, John and Chloe discuss the Riverhounds and Riveters Play for Change Initiative, Chloe's post-graduate work and return to playing soccer in her hometown, how she got involved in establishing the fund in memory of her former classmate, Haley Weiss, and much more. More about Play for Change and Chloe Kuminkoski Glioma R...
2025-06-1727 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyAfter 10 years, what's the legacy of Riverhounds' 'Miracle on the Mon' with Matt GajtkaIn a special episode of Sounding Off on Soccer Podcast, one of our old friends and longtime PSN contributor, Matt Gajtka joins John Krysinsky to commemorate the 10th Anniversary of the 'Miracle on the Mon' -- a remarkable match and come-from-behind victory like none other for Pittsburgh Riverhounds against Keystone Derby rivals Harrisburg City Islanders John and Matt -- who were both there on that memorable night -- discuss what stands out now -- 10 years later from that match and how Pittsburgh soccer's landscape has been shaped since that time.More on the 'Miracle on...
2025-05-2942 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskySteel City FC women gear up for switch to USL W-LeagueWhile there's been a lot of attention paid to another pre-professional women's soccer team in the Pittsburgh area -- Riveters SC, who made their debut last week, Steel City FC's women are taking another step forward as a club this year, as they move from UWS into the USL W-League -- where they'll compete in the same division as Riveters SC.Steel City FC will kick off their 2025 campaign this coming week, when they travel north to take on Erie Sports Center on Saturday (6 p.m.).Looking ahead to a new season, co-captains Emily Graeca...
2025-05-2132 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyPittsburgh vs Philly in the US Open Cup with Philadelphia Soccer Now's Matt RalphIt will be an unprecedented moment in professional soccer landscape in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania on Wednesday, when the Pittsburgh Riverhounds travel to Chester to face Major League Soccer's Philadelphia Union in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup's Round of 16 (7:30 pm kickoff at Subaru Field).This match-up provides an excellent opportunity for the two managing editors and site founders, John Krysinsky from Pittsburgh Soccer Now and Matt Ralph from Philadelphia Soccer Now to come together on a special edition of Sounding Off on Soccer Podcast to preview the match between two teams going in different directions...
2025-05-2039 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskySounding Off on Soccer Podcast: Steel City FC men's HC Dan Brower on new challenge in USL League TwoIn the latest episode of Sounding Off on Soccer, Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky is joined by Steel City FC's Head Coach Dan Brower to talk about the club's newest challenge as they begin a new season in a new league.Steel City FC kick off a new campaign coming off winning back-to-back NPSL Great Lakes Conference Championships, bringing back many key contributors, but also having said goodbye to some others who have either retired (Nicky Kolarac and Garret Watson) or have moved on to even higher levels (Michael Sullivan with MLS's Toronto FC)
2025-05-1427 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyRiverhounds need a spark plus scouting NYCFC with Mark 'Soccer Rabbi' GoodmanWith the the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC gearing up to host a US Open Cup Round of 32 clash vs NYCFC at Highmark Stadium on Wednesday night (7 p.m. -- Paramount Plus), PSN's John Krysinsky is joined by 'Soccer Rabbi' Mark Goodman on the latest episode of Sounding Off on Soccer. Among the topics covered and discussed include: John breaks down the Hounds current form -- which has not been good -- as they head into this midweek Open Cup clash at Highmark StadiumPittsburgh's short history of success against MLS clubs in Pittsburgh -- and how this current Ho...
2025-05-061h 02
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyRiverhounds SC Danny Griffin on returning home to new pitch after challenging April road slatePittsburgh Riverhounds SC captain Danny Griffin joins Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky ahead of the team's return back home to Pittsburgh -- where Highmark Stadium will have a sparkling new turf pitch -- after spending the entire month of April playing four matches in three different competitions on the road.
2025-05-0216 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyEarly season Riverhounds review with Mark Goodman and Colton Coreschi (Part II)The Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC completed the month of March with consecutive victories at home to bring their overall record in USL Championship to a 2-1-1 mark.With the shortened regular season, the Hounds are nearly at the quarter mark of the league schedule -- and a few members of Pittsburgh Soccer Now's team coverage team, Colton Coreschi and Mark Goodman joined John Krysinsky for a couple of segments of the Sounding Off on Soccer Podcast to share their thoughts on the Hounds after the first four matches.Among the topics tackled by Colton, Mark...
2025-04-0117 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyMichael Monsour on his groundbreaking protective headgear mission, ups and downs as chairman of Manchester 62 and moreThe last we heard from Michael Monsour, he was departing Pittsburgh and his first soccer venture with Pittsburgh City United FC, to lead a group which purchased and took over operations for Manchester 62, a historic club in Gibraltar, which competes in the Gibraltar National League. This week, Michael joins John Krysinsky to talk in more depth about his experience and shares more of this thoughts on the ups and downs of overseeing a club and much more -- including his thoughts on if he were to return to Pittsburgh -- about the possibility of a second pro s...
2025-03-2653 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyStill a work in progress, Riverhounds lose first match of season at San Antonio (with Colton Coreschi)Deep in the heart of Texas, the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC came up short in its second match of the season, falling 2-0, to San Antonio FC on Saturday night at Toyota Park.https://pittsburghsoccernow.com/2025/03/15/final-riverhounds-sc-vs-san-antonio-fc/Shortly after the match, PSN's John Krysinsky was joined by Colton Coreschi to break down the Hounds' first loss of the season. You can catch the post match reaction show on Sounding Off on Soccer Podcast and on PSN's YouTube Channel.
2025-03-1618 min
Kids on the Pitch (Scholastic and Youth Soccer in Western PA)Making a strong pitch for High School Soccer Champions League to come to Pittsburgh area with Jim HarteOn Thursday, PSN's John Krysinsky sat down with one of the leaders of the High School Soccer Champions League movement, Jim Harte, who shared more on how it came to be and some of the early successes that they've had in various metro areas, including Tampa Bay, FL, and St. Louis, MO.
2025-03-1446 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyRiverhounds, USL Championship legend Kenardo Forbes talks retirement, transition to coachingKenardo Forbes always knew the end of his illustrious playing career -- as the most decorated player in Riverhounds SC history -- would be coming to a close in recent years, but it wasn't until this preseason when it became clear."Once I knew I didn't have the fitness to go full 90 minutes," Forbes told Pittsburgh Soccer Now last week in an exclusive interview, after the Hounds training session at AHN Montour Sports Complex.PSN's John Krysinsky has more from Kenardo on his retirement and transitioning to becoming a part of the club's coaching staff.
2025-03-1411 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyPost Match Reaction: Riverhounds SC earn road draw in season opener at NCFC with Colton CoreschiThe Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC (0-0-1) battled back to earn a 1-1 road draw to open the USL Championship regular season against North Carolina FC (0-0-1) at WakeMed Park in Cary, NC on Saturday night.PSN's John Krysinsky and Colton Coreshi have the immediate post match reaction and share their takeaways. https://pittsburghsoccernow.com/2025/03/08/final-north-carolina-fc-1-riverhounds-1/
2025-03-0915 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyPSN’s Annual Riverhounds, USL Championship 2025 predictionsIt's time to partake in the Annual Pittsburgh Soccer Now predictions for the new Riverhounds and USL Championship season on the Sounding Off on Soccer Podcast.PSN’s John Krysinsky was joined by Mark Goodman 'Soccer Rabbi' and La Mega Media‘s Amadeo Eichberg, as they took turns making their predictions for the season ahead.These predictions included:Predict following Hounds’ results this year:How Many Points in Regular Season?Where do they finish in Eastern Conference standings?How far can the Hounds advance in Jagermeister Cup and US Open Cup?Who will be the Ri...
2025-03-061h 01
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyIs Pittsburgh now on a fast track to women's pro soccer plus more burning Women's Soccer questions with Rachael KrigerPittsburgh Soccer Now's Rachael Kriger, who also contributes to Equalizer Soccer, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and serves as color commentator for Pitt women's soccer match broadcasts, joins John Krysinsky to tackle some questions about the women's game -- both as it relates to the Pittsburgh area, nationally and internationally.Together John and Racheal discuss the following:As Pittsburgh Riveters SC prepare to kick off its inaugural campaign, will the excitement and momentum result in paving the way toward women's pro soccer team in Pittsburgh? More from Rachael's interview with Amanda Vandervort, USL Super League President, and her f...
2025-02-2648 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyUSL Division One, two Pittsburgh W-League teams, Steel City men and Riverhounds preseason with Colton CoreschiPittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky and Colton Coreschi cover an array of topics including: USL announces plans for Division One league to launch in 2027. Will the Riverhounds SC be one of the teams considered? Pittsburgh contrasting W-League clubs -- what each bring to the table as there's an added level of excitement coming with Riveters SC inaugural campaign and Steel City FC's first year in new leagueImprovements to the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup schedule and participants in 2025 along with what to be watching for in the early rounds along with Riverhounds' prospects as they'll enter the tournament in...
2025-02-2151 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyFirst Day of Riverhounds 2025 preseasonThe Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC kicked off the 2025 campaign with its first preseason training session on Monday. Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky was there to catch some of the session and caught up with three players including the newest Hound, Augustine Williams, Danny Griffin and Eric Dick, before wrapping things up with Head Coach Bob Lilley.
2025-01-2725 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskySounding Off on Soccer Podcast: Riverhounds SC President Jeff GarnerPittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky caught up with Riverhounds President Jeff Garner, discusses numerous topics including: -- Looking back at the organization's biggest accomplishments since taking over in mid-2022 -- Timetable on Highmark Stadium renovations -- Excitement is high, and tickets are selling for debut of Riveters SC -- Importance of community partnerships and much more.
2025-01-1937 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyFormer Pitt and North Allegheny standout Sarah Schupansky looks forward to joining NWSL's Gotham FCThe first episode of Sounding Off on Soccer Podcast for the New Year features a special guest -- former Pitt and North Allegheny standout Sarah Schupansky -- joining Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky. Schupansky signed a two-year deal, through the 2026 NWSL season with a club option for the 2027 season, with Gotham FC. Sarah discusses her soccer journey and much more, including the hectic past couple of months transitioning from completing her senior season and college career at Pitt to taking part in the process of signing on with an agent and earning her first pro co...
2025-01-1132 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyMichael Sullivan's ready to go to work with Toronto FCShortly before the Holidays, Michael Sullivan experienced a whirlwind end to 2024, as his collegiate career came to an end but in a little more than a week's time, was selected in the MLS SuperDraft by Toronto FC.Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky caught up with Sullivan for an interview in the latest edition of Sounding Off on Soccer Podcast. The Pittsburgh area native who is from Tarentum and starred at Deer Lakes High School along with Steel City FC (previously Arsenal and Century United), then for four years at Pitt, shared more about his journey a...
2024-12-3023 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskySteel City FC's move to USL League Two & USL W League with Owner / Director Tom OvendenFollowing the news that his club's men's and women's first teams will be joining USL, Tom Ovenden, owner / director of Steel City FC, joins Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky to discuss the big move and look back at his club's incremental growth over the years. Among the topics discussed include: Steel City's ascension and growth as a club Men's team's move from NPSL to USL League Two, thoughts on US Open Cup experience and continuity with players, coaches and Academy program's contributionsWomen's team natural move to W League and having a close, geographic rival in the new...
2024-12-1833 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyPitt's Elite again in NCAA Men's Soccer tournament with broadcaster Jason Earle plus Hounds 2025 roster buildPittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky has more on Pitt men's soccer's NCAA Tournament run which has them on the precipice of another College Cup.John is joined by ACC Network / ESPN+ broadcaster Jason Earle, who was on the call for Pitt's NCAA tournament win on Sunday (3-2 extra time thriller vs Kansas City) and has called many Pitt men's and women's soccer matches in the past few years.In addition, John also shares his thoughts on Riverhounds SC's first roster signing announcements (and Edward Kizza's departure) that came last week and what to expect as...
2024-12-0642 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyRobert Morris men’s soccer captain Gabe Norris, HC Jonathan Potter, look forward to NCAA TournamentCaptain Gabe Norris & HC Jonathan Potter, fresh off RMU Men's Soccer's Horizon League championship, joined PSN's John Krysinsky as they now look forward to the Colonials' first @NCAASoccer Tournament appearance since 2005 https://pittsburghsoccernow.com/2024/11/18/robert-morris-mens-soccer-captain-gabe-norris-hc-jonathan-potter-look-forward-to-ncaa-tournament/
2024-11-1813 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyRIVERHOUNDS REACTION: Breaking down Hounds 1-0 playoff loss at Charleston with Colton CoreschiPittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky & Colton Coreschi discuss and break down the Riverhounds SC's season ending 1-0 loss at Charleston. For Pittsburgh, they were eliminated from the playoffs in the first round for the second consecutive season.https://pittsburghsoccernow.com/2024/11/02/battery-1-hounds-0-final/
2024-11-0318 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyPreviewing Riverhounds-Battery playoff clash with USL Championship analyst Ricky Lopez-EspinThe USL Championship's Longest Running rivalry between the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC and Charleston Battery will have a new chapter in the 44th match to be played between the clubs, as they'll face off in the USL Cup Playoffs Eastern Conference Quarterfinal round on Saturday at Patriots Point in Charleston, SC (6:30 p.m. kickoff). Ahead of the match, PSN's John Krysinsky caught up with USL Championship broadcast analyst, Ricky Lopez-Espin, who will be on the call for Saturday's match. Together, John and Ricky break down the match between the second place Battery, who made a run to...
2024-11-0122 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyNever-Say-Die RMU WSOC with Head Coach Michelle Rick, plus Riverhounds, Pitt men surgeIn the newest episode of Sounding Off on Soccer Podcast, John Krysinsky is joined by Robert Morris University women's soccer Head Coach Michelle Rick, who's led the Colonials to a berth in Horizon League playoffs in her first season at the helm. Plus, John is joined by PSN's busiest contributor, Griffin Floyd, who's been covering both Riverhounds and Pitt men's soccer home matches, to talk about the atmosphere at both Highmark Stadium and Ambrose Urbanic Field as both teams are peaking at the right time.
2024-10-2945 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyRiverhounds SC MF / Captain Danny Griffin on getting to the finish lineThe Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC wrap-up the 2024 regular season on Saturday facing a must-win situation -- as they can clinch a playoff berth for the seventh straight season under the direction of Head Coach Bob Lilley. Team Captain and midfielder Danny Griffin joined Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky at midweek, as the team is preparing for yet another 'do-or-die' match -- this time at home (Saturday, 7 p.m.) against Western Conference last place team, El Paso Locomotive, as if they win that match, they'll clinch a postseason spot. Griffin discussed a number of topics including: Las...
2024-10-2322 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyRobert Morris Men's Soccer HC Jonathan Potter has Colonials in 1st placePittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky is joined by Robert Morris Men's Soccer Head Coach Jonathan Potter, who has the Colonials in first place in the Horizon League with three matches to go.
2024-10-2223 min
Kids on the Pitch (Scholastic and Youth Soccer in Western PA)WPIAL Boys and Girls Soccer Playoff Brackets are out (Part II w/ Beaver Area's Nick Crivelli, OLSH's Paige Petroval & Pine-Richland's Jordan Wiegand)The Brackets are out!! After the brackets were released on Wednesday, Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky was joined on the Kids on the Pitch Podcast by some coaches to get their reaction to the seedings and talk about their chances and how the competition stacks up in the WPIAL Girls Playoffs.Among the coaches who joined John and Matt include Pine-Richland's Jordan Wiegand, who will be coaching both the Boys and Girls programs in this year's playoffs, Beaver Area's Nick Crivelli and OLSH's Head Coach Paige Petroval.
2024-10-1639 min
Kids on the Pitch (Scholastic and Youth Soccer in Western PA)WPIAL Boys and Girls Soccer Brackets are out (Part I w/ Moon's Tyler Blake & Plum's Raf Kolankowski)The WPIAL Boys Soccer Playoff Bracket are out!After the brackets were released on Wednesday, Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky was joined on the Kids on the Pitch Podcast by coaches to get their reaction to the seedings and talk about their chances and how the competition stacks up in the WPIAL Boys Playoffs.Class 4A top seed Plum's Head Coach Raf Kolankowski and Class 3A top seed Moon's Head Coach Tyler Blake joined John to discuss their team's each earning tops seeds in their respective tournaments.
2024-10-1629 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyRiverhounds GK Eric Dick on his Pittsburgh experience, late season playoff pushPittsburgh Riverhounds SC goalkeeper Eric Dick joined PSN's John Krysinsky in the latest episode of the Sounding Off on Soccer. With the Riverhounds in the thick of USL Championship playoff race, with five matches remaining, they currently are two points behind the playoff line despite a strong second half season push that has included many strong performances from the veteran keeper, who is second in the Championship with 11 clean sheets. Among the topics covered in the interview include: What its going to take for the Riverhounds to make a successful late season push...
2024-09-2629 min
Kids on the Pitch (Scholastic and Youth Soccer in Western PA)Breaking down season opening week with Matt Popchock plus Plum Boys HC Raf KolankowskiThe high school soccer season got off to a running start with a weekend of opening season tournaments and non-conference action, then kept going through this week as section play has begun in some classifications. Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky and Matt Popchock discuss some of what they saw this weekend at the JRK Memorial Classic, then were joined by Plum High School boys soccer coach, Rafal Kolankowski, to talk about the Mustangs' 1-0-2 start to the season against tough Class 4A competition.
2024-08-2944 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyPitt Women's Soccer Randy Waldrum on early season, California trip On Wednesday, PSN's John Krysinsky was joined by Pitt Women's Soccer's Randy Waldrum to discuss the team's start to the new season and previews the upcoming matches this weekend in California vs Loyola Marymount & Cal-State Fullerton. In this interview, Coach Waldrum talks about the challenges he has faced personally and the team's start to the season.Waldrum will not be making the trip, as he tends to his wife, who recently had heart surgery.The veteran head coach also discussed among other things:Following success of previous season, playing as a team wi...
2024-08-2920 min
Kids on the Pitch (Scholastic and Youth Soccer in Western PA)High School soccer 2024 season is here with Pine-Richland's Jordan WiegandThe Kids on the Pitch Podcast, returns for a special opening weekend of the High School soccer season edition, as PSN’s John Krysinsky is joined by Pine-Richland Boys Head Coach Jordan Wiegand.This year, at the JRK Memorial Classic hosted by Pine-Richland boys soccer program, 10 high school boys soccer teams will get their 2024 seasons going against some tough competition. John and Jordan discuss the return of the Classic and many topics including Pine-Richland's squad, the importance of playing tough competition right at the start of the season, WPIAL Class 4A's outlook, PIAA/WPIAL changes in...
2024-08-2221 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyDuquesne Women's Soccer Head Coach Al Alvine enters 13th season on the BluffPittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky is joined by Al Alvine, who was named the fifth head coach in Duquesne women’s soccer history on Dec. 29, 2011 and in just four seasons he accomplished what nobody did in the program history of Duquesne women’s soccer – win an Atlantic 10 championship. The 2024 season will be Alvine's 13th at the helm of the Duquesne's women's program,
2024-08-1535 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyMidfielder Jackson Walti on catching his stride with the Riverhounds SCRiverhounds midfielder Jackson Walti joins Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky to discuss the ups and downs of his first season with the club, and his second pro season. Walti began the season in the starting lineup, then saw his playing time decrease, but in the past month, has been a regular part of the Hounds' starting eleven.
2024-08-0118 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyRiverhounds SC MF Robbie Mertz on midseason turnaround & work that remains to be doneIn his sixth season as a professional, Pittsburgh-area native Robbie Mertz has taken a leadership role with his hometown club, the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC. The former Upper St Clair, University of Michigan standout joins Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky to talk about the Riverhounds' challenging 2024 season, the ups and downs, and how he's and the team have persevered.
2024-07-2723 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskySteel City FC's run in NPSL playoffs with goalkeeper Garret WatsonSteel City FC's goalkeeper Garret Watson joins Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky to talk about his club's run in the NPSL playoffs -- as they have hunger and intentions to make a run all the way the National Championship match.
2024-07-1917 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyPreviewing Riverhounds' National TV tilt vs Hartford with USL Championship play-by-play broadcaster Michael WottrengOn the latest episode of the Sounding Off on Soccer Podcast, John Krysinsky is joined by Michael Wottreng, who will be on the call when the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC host Hartford Athletic FC on Saturday night (8 p.m. kickoff) in what will be a Nationally televised match on ESPN 2.John and Michael preview what both describe as a match of two desperate teams in search of points, at one point the play-by-play broadcaster pointing out "It's as much of a must win as you can possibly have in the middle of July"
2024-07-1934 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyPitt's Randy Waldrum embarks on Olympics quest with Nigeria Super FalconsBefore Pitt's Randy Waldrum departs Pittsburgh for the Olympics, where the veteran coach will lead Nigeria's women's soccer team, he sits down with Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky on the latest episode of Sounding Off on Soccer podcast.Among the topics discussed included:Managing and importance of delegating responsibilities with Pitt's program and the Nigerian National team dutiesKeeping Pitt women's soccer program momentum going as a new season kicks off in August, with more on challenges that lie ahead from schedule, travel and replacing departed playersYear of growth for Pitt rising sophomore, Deborah Abiodun, who...
2024-07-0437 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyTalking Copa America, USMNT, World Cup 1994 impact with Sporting News' Mike DeCourcySounding Off on Soccer Podcast returns from its hiatus with one of our favorite guests, as Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky is joined by The Sporting News' Mike DeCourcy, to talk Copa America, the USMNT getting CONCACAF'd and Mike's column about the 1994 World Cup and the impact that had on soccer in the United States.
2024-06-2855 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyRobert Morris University Men's Soccer Head Coach Jonathan PotterWith one season under his belt as Robert Morris University's men's soccer head coach, Jonathan Potter has really begun to put his stamp on the program.This week, as part of our series of interviews with area college soccer coaches as we look ahead to the Fall 2024 season, Potter joins PSN's John Krysinsky on the latest edition of the Sounding Off on Soccer Podcast.With a largely retooled roster, Potter led the Colonials to a 5-6-5 overall record in his first campaign in Moon Township. Among the topics discussed on this podcast i...
2024-05-0835 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyRobert Morris' new women's Head Coach Michelle Rick has hit the ground runningIn early February, Robert Morris University Vice President and Director of Athletics Chris King announced that Michelle Rick will be the next head coach of the Colonials’ women’s soccer program, after Head Coach Chris Shaw left for a the Head Coaching position at Temple.In some respects, it might be considered a bold move in hiring such a young coach without Division I head coaching experience -- as Rick joins RMU after spending the previous two seasons at the University of Findlay, a Division II school in Findlay, Ohio, where she had a 22-11-7 overall reco...
2024-04-1834 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyCatching up with Riverhounds' Langston BlackstockJohn Krysinsky is back with the latest edition of the Sounding Off on Soccer podcast -- as he takes a look at the 0-3-0 (!!??) Pittsburgh Riverhounds' -- and brings on second-year winger Langston Blackstock for an in-depth interview to discuss the Marietta, GA's native's experience thus far in the Steel City, his thoughts on the team's tough start, upcoming match-up vs the Tampa Bay Rowdies and more.
2024-04-0236 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyPSN's Annual Riverhounds SC, USL Championship 2024 predictionsWe made our best effort to get as many members of the band together as possible -- as we partake in the Annual Pittsburgh Soccer Now predictions for the new Riverhounds and USL Championship season on the Sounding Off on Soccer Podcast. PSN's John Krysinsky was joined by Matt Popchock, Colton Coreschi and La Mega Media's Amadeo Eichberg, as they took turns making their predictions for the season ahead. These predictions included: Predict following Hounds' results this year:How Many Points in Regular Season?Where do they finish in Eastern Conference standings?Starting in Round of 32...
2024-03-0757 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyClub icon and new assistant coach, Rob Vincent talks Riverhounds' 2024 campaignIn the newest episode of Sounding Off on Soccer Podcast, club icon and new Riverhounds SC assistant coach Rob Vincent joins John Krysinsky.Rob and John discuss his adjustment from coaching with the Academy to now being back with the pro team, this time as Bob Lilley's assistant.Other topics tackled included:Importance of the process of open and invitational tryouts in building rosterOn playing against (nearly a decade ago) and now coaching Kenardo ForbesAssessing Hounds' midfield from veterans to the young playersthoughts on the current US Open Cup format/situation and importance...
2024-03-0438 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskySteel City FC ‘buzzing to get after' Open Cup debut despite turmoil at top of US Soccer ladderPittsburgh Soccer Now’s John Krysinsky is joined by Steel City FC’s Tom Ovenden, Ed Ellsworth and Nicky Kolarac to talk about the club’s preparations for its first-ever Lamar Hunt US Open Cup appearance despite the uncertainty of the tournament format and Major League Soccer’s efforts to hold the Open Cup hostage.
2024-02-2130 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskySounding Off on Soccer: Tackling Riverhounds' most glaring questions for 2024 with Colton Coreschi and Matthew BaldwinPittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky welcomes Colton Coreschi and Matthew Baldwin to the podcast and to the PSN team -- and the trio shares their thoughts on Pittsburgh Riverhounds as they near the halfway mark of the 2024 preseason. John, Colton and Matthew address the Hounds' biggest question marks as the club looks to keep the momentum going from an ultra-successful 2023 campaign.
2024-02-1646 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyRiverhounds revolve into 2024 plus Pittsburgh group eager to invest in historical Norwegian clubIn the first edition of Sounding Off on Soccer for 2024, Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky takes a few minutes with his immediate takeaways on the Riverhounds SC, who will revolve and move forward with a new season, as they kick off preseason camp next week. Additionally, John is joined by Pittsburgh businessmen Roger Loughney and David Grim, who are exploring an opportunity to invest in IK Start, a prominent soccer club in Kristiansand, southern Norway. Learn more about this group that they've headed up, is confident that their combined expertise and capital can usher in a n...
2024-01-2245 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyRiverhounds SC Dan Visser on his new role as club’s Sporting DirectorPittsburgh Riverhounds SC announced longtime assistant coach Dan Visser has been appointed as the club's Sporting Director, where he will oversee the soccer side of the club at the professional and academy levels.In his new role, Visser will work in tandem with head coach Bob Lilley, guiding the pro team’s scouting and player recruitment efforts to build a championship-caliber team next season and beyond. He also will work directly with the Riverhounds Academy as the club continues to build a direct pathway for its players to rise through the development program to the professional level, bo...
2023-11-1735 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyAlbert Dikwa is USL Championship MVP, plus NCAA Tournament fever is back at Pitt with Rachael Kriger and Dom CampbellPittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky is back with a new episode of the Sounding Off on Soccer Podcast, as he pays tribute to Albert Dikwa, for being the first Riverhounds SC player since Jose Angulo to win a league MVP. Plus, John catches up with PSN contributors, Dom Campbell and Rachael Kriger to talk about Pitt's Men and Women's soccer teams in the NCAA tournament -- and who has the better chance of getting through the coming weekend.
2023-11-1457 min
Kids on the Pitch (Scholastic and Youth Soccer in Western PA)Gearing up for WPIAL Soccer Finals, plus Quaker Valley senior forward Bennett Haas knows no boundariesIn the latest edition of Kids on the Pitch Podcast, Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky provides a quick rundown of the WPIAL Soccer Finals, which kickoff on Thursday night, at Highmark Stadium, plus brings on Quaker Valley's senior forward, Bennett Haas, who has scored six goals in the past two matches to help lead the Quakers to the WPIAL Boys Class 2A Finals. Haas shares his thoughts on the playoff experience thus far, his team's preparations for the District Championship game, but also opens up about being born deaf, and being one of the first-ever bilateral Cochlear I...
2023-11-0229 min
Kids on the Pitch (Scholastic and Youth Soccer in Western PA)WPIAL Girls Soccer Playoff Brackets are out! Reaction with Ed Rosensteel and OLSH's Paige PetrovalThe WPIAL Soccer Playoff Brackets were announced on Wednesday.Shortly after the brackets were revealed, PSN's John Krysinsky and Matt Popchock went on the Kids on the Pitch Podcast -- and brought a few coaches on to the show for their reaction, as they connected longtime PSN colleague, and current Ringgold girls coach Ed Rosensteel and OLSH's Paige Petroval.
2023-10-1845 min
Kids on the Pitch (Scholastic and Youth Soccer in Western PA)Pittsburgh area native Tanner Rosborough is running with the Red BullsIn the latest edition of the Kids on the Pitch Podcast, PSN's John Krysinsky catches up with Tanner Rosborough, who currently trains and competes with the Red Bulls Academy/NYRBII on an MLSNext Pro contract, has also been signed to join the senior team, NY Red Bulls on a MLS Homegrown contract in 2025.Tanner discusses his soccer journey, which began at age four with Beadling Soccer Club, his development, experience playing with the Red Bulls Academy and in MLS Next Pro and with the US YNT U-15 squad in August.
2023-10-0336 min
Kids on the Pitch (Scholastic and Youth Soccer in Western PA)North Catholic students Raise Awareness for 'Rise Again' and spinal cord illness; plus why HS soccer rankings mean littleWhen North Catholic boys soccer team hosts Mars in a key WPIAL Class 3A, Section 1 match at J.C. Stone Field in North Park, it will also serve as an awareness game to help bring attention to Rise Again a non-profit organization formed and started by a North Catholic family (the Browns) in honor of their son Alex, to support individuals with spinal cord injuries and the professionals that work with them.On this special episode of Kids on the Pitch, PSN's John Krysinsky and Matt Popchock are joined by Alex Brown and North Catholic boys soccer...
2023-09-2735 min
Kids on the Pitch (Scholastic and Youth Soccer in Western PA)High School soccer is back! Pine-Richland's Jordan Wiegand and South Park's TJ O'Brien on opening weekend tournaments The Kids on the Pitch Podcast, presented by Glory on the Grass Tournaments, returns for a special opening weekend of the High School soccer season edition, as PSN's John Krysinsky and Matt Popchock are joined by Pine-Richland Boys Head Coach Jordan Wiegand and South Park Girls Head Coach T.J. O'Brien.
2023-08-2434 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyPitt midfielder Filip Mirkovic ready for senior campaign plus shares his Wrexham AFC experienceAhead of Pitt men's soccer's season opener vs Penn State, senior midfielder Filip Mirkovic took some time out to connect with PSN's John Krysinsky on Sounding Off on Soccer Podcast. Mirkovic is one of the best midfielders in the country, especially with his ability to create scoring opportunities for his teammates. He posted 12 assists in 2022, a program record in a single season, and his .60 assists per game finished as No. 7 in the nation.He placed on the First Team All-ACC and All-South Region Team thanks to his great play last season, and has be...
2023-08-2429 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyMike DeCourcy of The Sporting News on USWNT, Women's World Cup, Pittsburgh sports Mt. Rushmore and more!The Women's World Cup is in full swing, so it's a great time to bring Pittsburgh native and The Sporting News columnist, Mike DeCourcy back on the Sounding Off on Soccer podcast.Mike and Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky talk about the U.S. Women's National Team's chances for a three-peat, what are the most intriguing storylines at the World Cup, a few of his feature stories on the most compelling USWNT players Julie Ertz, Megan Rapinoe and young forward Sophia Smith.Plus, John and Mike also take a few moments to discuss the veteran...
2023-07-251h 01
Kids on the Pitch (Scholastic and Youth Soccer in Western PA)Glory On the Grass tournaments are in full swing, plus Ben Fiore on return to Kiski AreaWe're back! In the first episode of 2023, Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky brings on Kris Schemm, who is the founder of the Glory on the Grass 5v5 and 3v3 soccer tournaments, which are being played at various locations in and around Western Pennsylvania during the summer. Learn more about the unique, 5v5 and 3v3 competition, how it came to be and where there are still opportunities to play in our region in the coming weeks.In addition, John interviews Ben Fiore, who has taken on a new coaching position at his alma mater, Kiski Ar...
2023-07-1039 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskySteel City FC's Nicky Kolarac on unbeaten NPSL regular season & upcoming playoffsIn the latest edition of Sounding Off on Soccer with Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky, one of Pittsburgh soccer's best ambassadors, Nicky Kolarac joins John on the pod! Steel City FC men's soccer team have completed an unbeaten regular season (10-0-2), and will now await the winner of Cleveland SC-Michigan Rangers in the NPSL's Great Lakes Conference Final on Saturday at Founder's' Field. A veteran midfielder for the club, and one of the club's original players going back to Fort Pitt Regiment and Pittsburgh Hotspurs days, Nicky Kolarac joins the pod to share more about his t...
2023-07-1018 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyRandy Waldrum 'Sounds Off' with concerns for Nigerian Women's National Team ahead of World Cup trek to AustraliaPitt women's soccer head coach Randy Waldrum is gearing up for a trip down under, to Australia, as he will lead the Nigerian Women's National Team into the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup. In this interview with Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky, Waldrum uses this forum to sound off about his concerns and criticisms of the Nigerian Football Federation, which has limited opportunities for the veteran coach to offer training and preparation for the Nigerian players, while also fueling added controversy by interfering with his selection of the 23-player squad.
2023-06-2831 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyRiverhounds come-from-behind, plus a glance at Pitt players in the pros and 2023 returnees with Dominic CampbellPittsburgh Soccer Now/Pittsburgh Sports Now correspondent, Dominic Campbell, who covered Saturday's Riverhounds 2-1 come-from-behind win at Highmark Stadium joins John Krysinsky on the podcast to talk about the Hounds latest win. In addition, John and Dom talk about Pitt men's soccer's impressive collection of players who are now in the pros, and they take a preliminary look at which players will be returning to the Panthers in the fall.
2023-06-2752 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyReflecting upon Riverhounds' unprecedented 'Cupset' experience at Highmark StadiumPittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky and Matt Popchock had time to collect their thoughts, and reflect on what was a monumental night for Pittsburgh soccer, as the Riverhounds defeated Columbus Crew, 1-0, before a record crowd at Highmark Stadium to advance in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup tournament.
2023-05-261h 01Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyRiverhounds MF Danny Griffin on return to Pittsburgh, scoring Cup-Set game winner & moreIn this edition of the Sounding Off on Soccer pod, Riverhounds SC Danny Griffin joins John Krysinsky upon his triumphant return to Pittsburgh -after scoring the game winning goal in New England this week.
2023-05-1124 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyPittsburgh Riverhounds pull off (US Open) CUP-SET of New England Revolution, 1-0The Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC defied the odds, defeating the New England Revolution, 1-0, in the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup on Tuesday night. PSN's John Krysinsky and Matt Popchock share their thoughts shortly after the match.
2023-05-1028 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyRiverhounds SC’s Nate Dossantos shares his soccer journey from Canada to PittsburghPittsburgh Soccer Now’s John Krysinsky sits down with Riverhounds SC defender Nate Dossantos, who shares his soccer journey from Canada to Pittsburgh.
2023-04-0633 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyFrom Canada to Pittsburgh, Riverhounds SC’s Nate Dossantos shares his soccer journeyPittsburgh Soccer Now’s John Krysinsky sits down with Riverhounds SC defender Nate Dossantos, who shares his soccer journey from Canada to Pittsburgh.
2023-04-0633 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyPreviewing Hounds, USL Championship 2023 with Devon KerrUSL Championship lead analyst Devon Kerr joins Pittsburgh Soccer Now’s John Krysinsky to preview the Riverhounds and USL Championship 2023 season.
2023-03-0925 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyHounds latest signings and Philadelphia Soccer Now is Live (!) with Matt RalphIn the latest edition of Sounding Off on Soccer, Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky analyzes the latest signings, then brings Matt Ralph on the podcast to talk about Pennsylvania soccer, as we begin to touch on some topics that make our two sites unique, but also will bring us together.
2023-03-011h 02
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyRandy Waldrum, Pitt women's soccer gear up for a busy 2023Pitt Women's Soccer Head Coach Randy Waldrum joins Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky, as he was recently given a five-year contract extension at the University and will also be embarking on a very busy 2023, as he will also be guiding the Nigerian Women's National team into the FIFA Women's World Cup to be played in Australia later this Summer.
2023-01-2552 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyBob Lilley on Riverhounds SC 2023 roster build with a younger coreThe Riverhounds 2023 roster will likely be looking a bit younger than the previous couple of seasons, as Head Coach Bob Lilley points out in his interview with Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky that they're looking to 'add to the list' that included strong breakout seasons in 2022 from Jahmali Waite, Arturo Ordonez and Nathan Dossantos and others. Lilley also shares his thoughts on a few topics including penalty kick shootouts, what rules changes he would like to see and much more.
2023-01-1147 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyPreviewing NCAA Men's Soccer College Cup with ESPNU Analysis Devon KerrJoining Pittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky on the podcast is Devon Kerr to preview the NCAA Men's Soccer College Cup.
The lead ACC Network and USL Championship broadcast analyst is in Cary, North Carolina, where he will be calling the action for all three games on ESPNU this coming weekend.
The Pitt Panthers will take on Indiana Hoosiers in a rematch of the 2020-21 National Semifinal in the late match on Friday night (8:30 p.m. scheduled kickoff). Preceeding that match, Syracuse will face Creighton (6 p.m. kickoff).
John and Devon preview and breakdown the Pitt-Indiana match and the College Cup on th...
2022-12-0827 min
Kids on the Pitch (Scholastic and Youth Soccer in Western PA)Putting a bow on WPIAL/PIAA 2022 soccer season + 'A Beautiful Gift' projectPSN's John Krysinsky begins the pod by bringing on Lydija Amayo, a senior at Avonworth High School, who came up with a special name for a project that is very important to her and her family: 'The Beautiful Gift' -- as she's collecting soccer related donations for her family's native town Cajamarca, Peru. Lidija is hoping to collect donated soccer gear that she can bring to the kids at at Cristo Rey Maristas, the school where her uncle Juanaso is a physical education teacher. Lydija and her family will be visiting Cajamarca in February.
Then, John takes another look back a...
2022-11-281h 17
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyNCAA Soccer Tournament Fever Pitt-chFor the first time ever, both Pitt men's and women's soccer programs are still playing postseason games in the NCAA tournament, at the same time. On Monday, Pitt men learned that they've earned a fourth consecutive berth to the big dance, receiving an at-large bid. The men will face Horizon League champion, Cleveland State, on Thursday night, at Ambrose Urbanic Field. The women won their first-ever tournament game on Saturday, on a very wet and cold night at Ambrose, thanks in large part to super sub Leah Pais, who converted on her chance in the...
2022-11-1545 min
Kids on the Pitch (Scholastic and Youth Soccer in Western PA)WPIAL Boys and Girls Soccer Championship previewPSN's John Krysinsky was joined by three coaches of teams that have reached this weekend's finals: Pine-Richland boys' Jordan WiegandAmbridge boys' Ben FioreMount Pleasant girls' Rich GarlandThen, John is joined by Matt Popchock to talk more about the three matches he'll be covering (Boys Class 2A, Boys Class 1A and Boys Class 3A), before Jordan Smith joins them both (after getting back from doing stats at the Pitt men's game) as they held a rapid-fire takeaways and predictions session that included: What was the toughest section across the WPIAL in Boys or Girls soccer this ye...
2022-11-031h 40
Kids on the Pitch (Scholastic and Youth Soccer in Western PA)WPIAL Soccer 2022 playoff brackets are out! (Part 2: Girls)The WPIAL Boys and Girls Soccer playoff brackets were released on Wednesday! Shortly after, PSN's John Krysinsky and Brandon Rossi shared their reaction and spoke with a pair of coaches, Our Lady of Sacred Heart's Paige Petroval and Avonworth's J.C. Mahon, to get their thoughts on the seedings and their teams' prospects in the upcoming playoffs.
2022-10-1948 minKids on the Pitch (Scholastic and Youth Soccer in Western PA)WPIAL Soccer 2022 playoff brackets are out! (Part 1: Boys)The WPIAL Boys and Girls Soccer Playoff brackets are out! John Krysinsky and Brandon Rossi shared their reaction and spoke with a pair of boys coaches for Part I of a two-part special podcast. Joining John and Brandon were Pine-Richland's Jordan Wiegand and Greensburg Central Catholic's Rob Fabean, to get their thoughts on the seedings and their teams' prospects in the upcoming playoffs.
2022-10-1933 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyDissecting Riverhounds SC, Pitt men's recent struggles with Mark Goodman & Dom CampbellThe Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC and Pitt men's soccer team both experienced set-backs this past weekend, and in their last seven combined matches, they're each without a win. Mark Goodman joins John Krysinsky to take a look at the Riverhounds recent struggles including this past Saturday's 1-0 loss to Western Conference leaders, San Antonio FC. Then, John is joined by Dominic Campbell, who has covered the last two Pitt home matches at Ambrose Urbanic Field for Pittsburgh Soccer Now, including this past Friday's stunning 3-1 loss to Virginia.
2022-10-0353 min
Kids on the Pitch (Scholastic and Youth Soccer in Western PA)North Catholic's Devin Paschall, Oliver Joseph and Marcus KurtzNorth Catholic's Devin Paschell, Oliver Joseph and Marcus Kurtz join PSN's John Krysinsky to talk about Muscular Dystrophy Awareness game when they take on neighboring Mars in a key WPIAL Boys Soccer Class 3A Section 1 showdown.
2022-09-2741 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskySounding Off on Soccer: Duquesne Men's Head Coach Chase Brooks and PSN's Zac WeissJohn Krysinsky catches up with Zac Weiss who covers Duquesne's men's and women's soccer teams for PSN, and men's Head Coach Chase Brooks joins them to talk about his team as they're about to embark on the Atlantic 10 schedule as they're coming off an impressive start to the season, posting a 5-0-1 non-conference record.
2022-09-1638 min
Kids on the Pitch (Scholastic and Youth Soccer in Western PA)Previewing WPIAL / PIAA Boys and Girls Soccer 2022 seasonIn our first episode of KOTP, we preview the 2022 WPIAL High School Soccer season.PSN's Jordan Smith (who is also an assistant boys varsity and head JV boys coach at South Fayette) joins John Krysinsky to discuss the upcoming high school soccer season, the impact of this year's realignment, as they run through all classifications and sections ahead of the official start date of the season on Friday, August 26, 2022.Jordan Weigand, who is entering his fourth season as the Head Coach of Pine-Richland boys, discusses Boys 4A realignment to just two 'mega-sections' and having just 16...
2022-08-251h 02
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyPreviewing Riverhounds-Memphis showdown with John Varlas of The Daily MemphianThis Saturday, the Pittsburgh Riverhounds (13-6-4) will face a challenging home match versus much improved Memphis 901 FC with an opportunity to jump ahead to third place in the standings. It won't be easy. PSN's John Krysinsky caught up with The Daily Memphian's John Varlas, who covers the club which boasts former USMNT/EPL keeper Tim Howard as Sporting Director and part-owner, and has suddenly surged forward to become a serious contender in the USL Championship for the first time in its four-year existence,
2022-08-1230 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyOne-on-One with Nicky Kolarac, Pittsburgh HotspursPittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky is joined by Nicky Kolarac, who has become one of Pittsburgh soccer's biggest ambassadors and currently the captain of Pittsburgh Hotspurs men's first division team which competes in the National Premier Soccer League (NPSL).
Nicky played at West Allegheny High School, collegiately at St. Francis (PA), and professionally for numerous clubs including the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC (in 2015 & 2016).
John and Nicky discuss the Hotspurs rise as a club, the excitement of competing the NPSL playoffs and facing Cleveland SC for the sixth time in the past two years. In addition, they reminisce about Nicky's experiences as...
2022-07-1837 min
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyRiverhounds SC at 2022 MidseasonPittsburgh Soccer Now's John Krysinsky is joined by Jordan Smith to discuss the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC as they've passed the midway point of the 2022 season with a 10-6-3 overall record in the USL Championship.
Jordan and John take a deep dive into the first half of the season and what we can expect for the rest of the season, as the Hounds (currently in 4th place - tied with Detroit City FC), look to move up and contend for a top spot in the standings.
2022-07-151h 09
Sounding Off on Soccer with John KrysinskyRiverhounds Early 2022 Season Road WoesIf you include the U.S. Open Cup, the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC have lost their last four matches on the road, including the latest, 3-1 loss at Tampa Bay, on Saturday night. The Hounds (now 7-3-1 in league play) dropped to fourth place in the USL Championship's Eastern Conference standings. On this episode of 'Sounding Off on Soccer', Pittsburgh Soccer Now's Mark Goodman and John Krysinsky take a look as some reasons why the Hounds are struggling away from home early in the 2022 season.
2022-05-2532 min