Shows
Puro SAFCTouch Me I’m Going to ScreamClayton and Shaddock are back to discuss the week in SAFC. First, we talk the biggest topic: the huge news that USL will adopt Pro/Rel in 2028. What do we think? Next, we review SAFC’s big 2-1 win in a historic night in Oakland. 26,000 people showed up, and the night had everything you could want in a USL game, from a bicycle kick to an SAFC win. Finally, we preview the coming game in Lexington, take a look around the league (including Clayton attending a Phoenix Rising game), and end with our totally not negative thoughts on the US...
2025-03-261h 07Puro SAFCBoxing Day!Clayton and Shaddock are back for an annual tradition: we give presents to each other for our Boxing Day episode! We discuss all the news over the past month with SAFC: a new coach, the currently squad of players, the schedule for 2025, and more. And finally, in honor of the franchise reaching year 10, Clayton names his All Time SAFC XI, along with some Puro fan favorites. Also, the Becker Vineyards Pick Four vineyard trip is coming soon. Happy Holidays! Enjoy!
2024-12-271h 20Puro SAFCThe Final CountdownShaddock and Clayton are BACK to talk SAFC’ successful road trip: a tie at El Paso and a big win at Colorado Springs. We review the action and preview the upcoming home game vs. Louisville Saturday night. As always, Puro Pick Four and Free Kicks. Enjoy!
2024-10-161h 00Puro SAFCBlame Brett!Clayton and Shaddock are back in the Shad-pad to discuss SAFC’s HUGE 2-1 comeback win over perennial rivals Sacramento Republic. The win at home keeps SAFC alive in the playoff race with just three weeks left in the regular season. Coming soon? Away to El Paso on Wednesday night followed quickly by a trip to Colorado Springs on Saturday. Just four games to go! We also go around the USL and talkFree Kicks about the USA in Austin. Enjoy!
2024-10-0859 minPuro SAFCGet Right Back (Where We Started From)Clayton and Shaddock are BACK to discuss this week’s epic 4-0 road loss to Phoenix Rising. What went wrong? Just about everything. However, the playoffs are still in reach and there’s everything to play for in this weekend’s return home against Rhode Island FC. Finally, we talk Trinity Tigers and MLS soccer in Free Kicks. Enjoy!
2024-09-2458 minPuro SAFCDon’t Call It A ComebackClayton and Shaddock are back! Busy summer schedules have settled down and we’re back to talk SAFC. What have we missed? Two straight 1-0 wins on the road have brought the squad back to the brink of a playoff spot. We play some fun games to get back up to speed: Bad Soccer Bingo, Hello… My Name Is, and What’s Working? Then, with seven games to go, we preview Saturdays crucial road game in Phoenix. Finally, we talk Puro Pick Four with some old friends in the top spots… and of course Free Kicks: this time about Mauricio...
2024-09-171h 00Puro SAFCCanta Y No LloresClayton and Shaddock are back to discuss a low point for SAFC: consecutive losses to the last place teams in the Western Conference: El Paso and Tulsa. All is not lost, as a whole XI of SAFC players were absent due to injury and international duty. Once he dust clears, we go on to discuss this weekend’s game away to Indy XI, and free kicks about the USA loss and the upcoming Euro Cup. This week’s German tidbit: get naked! Enjoy!
2024-06-1259 minPuro SAFCHelp I’m Alive!Clayton and Shaddock are back to discuss SAFC’s gutsy 1-0 win over Memphis last Saturday night. Just one sub? Just two shots in goal? No problem. The win puts the team back in 5th place with two games coming up: home to El Paso Wednesday and away to Tulsa on Saturday. We then look around the league, and free kicks about SAFC Alumni, upcoming USA games, and our next Euro 2024 German Culture Minute: Don’t Make Nazi Jokes. Enjoy!
2024-06-0559 minPuro SAFCThe Heat Is OnClayton and Shaddock are back after a week off to review SAFC’s 2-1 loss to New México away at the Lab. New Mexico was everything SAFC wasn’t: ball-dominant, dangerous, and composed. I cheer Clayton up with some Soccer Enthusiasm rankings, leading into a preview of the upcoming Memphis and El Paso games. Finally, we go around the league, update Pick Four Standings, and a very special German Free Kick. Are you a Sitzpinkler? Enjoy!
2024-05-2958 minPuro SAFCLevitatingFirst, we talk ACL’s released lineup! Then, things get real: Worst Week Ever? The Bad Old Days are Back? That’s what Clayton and Shaddock are pondering. We review SAFC’s drab 2-0 loss at Indy XI in the US Open Cup, then follow up with the poor 1-1 tie at home against lowly Las Vegas. A red card, early goals, poor play earned some dire results leading into the bye week. What have we learned after 10 weeks? Listen to find out. As always, around the USL and Free Kicks about a young SAFC academy player and one from Philly...
2024-05-1559 minPuro SAFCCupset!We’re back! On a Tuesday night in the Shadpad, Clayton and Shaddock watch the US Open Cup match Detroit vs Houston while we review the last two SAFC games: a 2-1 loss to a bad Miami team, and a 2-2 home tie against an experimental Oakland squad. What gives? Next up is a revenge match at home vs. Vegas this Saturday. As always, a free kick of Tractors and Cupsets.
2024-05-0858 minPuro SAFCCan’t Lose What You Never HadIt’s Fiesta Season and SAFC is away on the road. We review the team’s 3-1 win in windy Hartford on Saturday afternoon. Fiesta Clayton and Yes Man Shaddock watched the game together and we have thoughts. Next, it’s on to THE Miami FC , who sit in last place in the East. We update you on scores around the USL and Free Kicks, as always. Enjoy and Be Safe this Fiesta Season,
2024-04-2453 minPuro SAFCEverything Everywhere Soccer All At OnceIt’s soccer, soccer everywhere, and we just can’t get enough! Clayton and Shaddock recorded live on-site from the Mule Dome for the annual High School Soccer Spectacular. We talk SAFC’s forgettable but important 2-0 over winless Colorado Springs. Now we sit in first place, up against co-leaders Monterey Bay this Saturday night at Toyota Field. As always, we talk Puro Pick Four standings and get a full review of Clayton’s trip to Jerry World for the USA’s 2-0 win over Mexico. Enjoy!
2024-03-271h 02Puro SAFCWelcome Back, Welcome BackWe’re back, reunited, and it feels so good! We discuss SAFC’s heroic 2-2 tie on the road at Tampa Bay. A classic “tie that felt like a win.” Did you miss it, like Shaddock? Let Clayton can fill you in on what happened. Then, we preview this week’s home game vs. slumping Colorado Springs, go around the league with Puro Pick Four, and Free Kicks about the US Open Cup and the upcoming USA games in Dallas. Enjoy!
2024-03-2059 minPuro SAFCGrowing PainsClayton is back and so are we! We talk SAFC’s 2-2 tie at home to open the season. From the Parking Lot tailgate to the controversial red card to the injury time goal, we cover all that happened - as we saw it. The team is on the road at Tampa Bay (and Jordan Farr) this Saturday, where we hope to see some kinks worked out. As always, your Puro Pick Four around the league update and free kicks. Enjoy!
2024-03-1459 minPuro SAFCEpisode 141: Superior?After an aside about la cerveza Superior,
we talk SAFC’s 2-2 tie at home last week vs El Paso: “Another Tie that Felt Like A Loss.” We dive into the small crowd, the officiating, the team’s bad habit of giving up leads at home, Jordan Farr’s error, and Luis Solignac’s goal after escaping punishment. This week the team plays on WEDNESDAY away to San Diego; note that there is no game Saturday night. We also go Around The USL and finally, in Free Kicks: Clayton’s upcoming epic trip to Vegas for USA vs Mexico. Enjoy!
2023-06-131h 00Puro SAFCPuro Preseason Snow Day!Clayton and Shaddock celebrate a snow day with a special Puro episode on the first day of SAFC preseason. The full schedule is out, so we look at big games (5:00). The roster is taking shape, so we look at new and departing players (20:00). Finally, our new Puro USL Fantasy Challenge (40:00). We also get into the USA’s recent games (45:00), American transfer news (50:00), and Wrexham’s Made for Hollywood FA Cup run (55:00). Enjoy!
2023-02-0159 minPuro SAFCLive in Doha! USA 1-1 WalesBoots on the Ground: Recorded in San Antonio (Clayton) and Doha, Qatar (Shaddock). Whats the scene on the ground amongst the supporters and fans at the World Cup. Cruise ship bars, hotel discos, and beer-less Fan Fests. Plus: USA-Wales from the stadium. Folks, it’s about to get weird! Enjoy,
2022-11-2230 minPuro SAFCWhat Up With That?En Vivo: Colorado Springs @ SAFC. Clayton and Shaddock recorded live from the SAFC home game versus Colorado Springs. We review Saturday nights 1-1 tie with New Mexico United, give live updates during the Colorado game, and preview Saturday’s home game with Sacramento. What up with that, we ask? Then, we preview Poland for World Cup 2022, and our Free Kick is dedicated to the USA’s upcoming games. Enjoy!
2022-09-2152 minPuro SAFCThink It Over One TimeClayton and Shaddock talk SAFC’s 1-0 win over San Diego Loyal. Three big moments in the game: a goal, a pk, and an injury. We’re comfortably in first now, this week home again against New Mexico for another PANINI tailgate. We also talk Saudi Arabia WC ‘22, baseball unions, and Wrexham (again). Enjoy,
2022-09-1459 minPuro SAFCOur House!We talk SAFC’s 3-0 loss at San Diego. Clayton was there to see it in person: So, what happened? Is it time to panic? Then we preview our THREE upcoming home games,. Finally: Costa Rica WC ‘22, controversy in Orange County, and the return of the EPL. Also, check out https://usmnt-tracker.com to see where Americans are playing around the world each day. Enjoy!
2022-08-1059 minPuro SAFCTemporada de Lluvia: When It Rains, It PoursClayton and Shaddock talk TWO big SAFC wins on the road: 1-0 at El Paso and 2-0 in Vegas. Both games had much in common, even though the opponents didn’t. Finally, we preview Saturday’s home match, talk Japan WC 2022, and another US Open Cup “Cup-set”!
2022-07-2959 minPuro SAFCBeach Week!Clayton and Shaddock talk SAFC’s 5-0 destruction of Atlanta United 2 last week. We go into the great night, the end of MLS2 teams in USL, and what’s next for the team. We also discuss Spain for WC 2022 and Free Kicks of Women’s Soccer and Seafood Towers. Enjoy!
2022-07-2259 minPuro SAFCMid Season Review ShowClayton and Shaddock break down the first half of SAFC’s season: overall thoughts, team MVPs, surprises, and disappointments. We also talk Saturday’s upcoming home game, Panini Wolf Cup team Belgium, and Free Kicks. Enjoy!
2022-07-1459 minPuro SAFCLos Súper Seven: La Balada de Matt el BarbónLive from both Mexico and the ‘09, Clayton and Shaddock talk about SAFC’s 2-0 win last Saturday night on Matt Cardone Night. We talk about Matt’s career, SAFC’s dominance, and what’s next (a bye week). We also go into Canada for WC2022 and the USA’s championship in the U-20 tournament. Enjoy!
2022-07-0656 minPuro SAFCYou Drop The Bomb on MeRecorded late Tuesday night, after lightening delays and the SAFC game. Clayton and Shaddock talk about SAFC’s BIG 1-0 win in Colorado Springs last Friday night. Then we discuss Tuesday night’s 2-1 come from behind home win over Tulsa. Mentality Monsters? We also talk USA qualifying for the U-20 World Cup.,Panini World Cup team Croatia, and Free Kicks. Enjoy!
2022-06-2959 minPuro SAFCSame Song (SAFC and USA Win!)Clayton and Shaddock dig into SAFC’s dramatic all-hands-on-deck 3-2 road win at Monterrey Bay. Then we talk all things USA including the 5-0 win in austin and an exciting 1-1 tie at El Salvador. Finally, Brazil WC preview and Free Kicks.
2022-06-1659 minPuro SAFCHey NineteenClayton and Shaddock review SAFC’s chippy but ultimately drab 1-0 loss away to Sac Republic. Next up: back to California away to Monterrey Bay. Around 30:00, our thoughts on the USA’s two friendlies against Morocco and Uruguay. Finally, WC Panini team Cameroon and Free Kicks: ViX free tv and Boerne boys soccer. Enjoy!
2022-06-0859 minPuro SAFCSchools Out!Shaddock and Clayton start the Summer of Soccer with a recap of SAFC’s 3-2 road win at Copa Tejas rivals RGV. Next, we talk USA’s dominant 3-0 win over Morocco. Finally, we preview upcoming games. Panini WC 2022 team Serbia and Free Kicks. Enjoy!
2022-06-0259 minPuro SAFCBoogie Woogie Blues: SAFC Cancelled, European Season In ReviewClayton and Shaddock take SAFC’s COVID-delayed game as a chance to give thumbs up and thumbs down to the just-finished season in Europe. We review teams, Americans, and stories before we look at the USA’s upcoming June games. We also talk about SAFC’s new signings, the upcoming 3 game road trip, and our next Panini World Cup team: Switzerland. Enjoy!
2022-05-2559 minPuro SAFCDirty Deeds (Done Dirt Cheap)Clayton and Shaddock talk SAFC’s 1-0 US Open Cup loss at the Houston Dynamo. Then we dig into how SAFC pulled our a dramatic 2-0 win on the road at The Miami FC. What’s next? Home against co-league leaders Colorado Springs THIS Saturday night. Finally: Panini World Cup Grouo H rounds up with Portugal, plus a Free Kick about St. Tottenham’s Day this Sunday. Enjoy!
2022-05-1859 minPuro SAFCRockin’ Down the HighwayClayton and Shaddock diagnose SAFC’s 3-0 loss at Phoenix Rising. Did we lose or get beat? Then, we preview two more upcoming road games: US Open Cup at Houston followed by USL at Miami. Also: the Whiparound on ESPN+. Finally, Panini World Cup preview of Ghana and a Free Kick from a different Championship. Enjoy!
2022-05-1159 minPuro SAFCCountry Roads, Take Me HomeClayton and Shaddock talk SAFC’s franchise record 6-0 win over Monterrey Bay last Saturday night. Goals galore and great performances, just as SAFC heads out on a three game road trip over the next 8 days. We preview those games, as well as discussing our next Panini World Cup team, Uruguay. Finally, free kicks about all of the Champions Leagues. And don’t forget to futboldle.com today! Enjoy!
2022-05-0559 minPuro SAFCI Like Austin, But I Love San AntoneClayton and Shaddock are back in the Pod Den to discuss a big week: SAFC’s dramatic 2-1 win over Austin in the US Open Cup and 1-0 road win at New Mexico. We also preview Saturday’s home game against Monterrey Bay. Finally, two special free kicks about the World Cup 2022 and futboldle.com. Enjoy!
2022-04-2759 minPuro SAFCThe Rivalry EpisodeClayton and Shaddock recorded live at the thrilling Austin FC-SAFC U.S. Open Cup game to discuss what makes a great rivalry. Geography? Animosity? Repetition? History? Then we discuss the best soccer rivalries in the world: International, MLS, and USL. TONS of listener feedback and lots of fun. Enjoy!
2022-04-2135 minPuro SAFCDe-Feated? Week 4 RecapClayton and Shaddock recorded LIVE this Tuesday at the US Open Cup game vs the De-Featers. From the sky lounge, we review SAFC’s 2-0 loss to Phoenix Rising: injuries to SAFC, the loss of GK Christian Bonilla, and what’s coming next. Finally, free kicks about the World Cup draw.
2022-04-0634 minPuro SAFCLola: the USA is (almost) in the World CupClayton and Shaddock talk USA’s recent win and tie that have them (just about) in the 2022 World Cup. We give our thumbs up/thumbs down to various U.S. players, coaches, and even teams. After 43:00, we talk SAFC’s 2-1 road win at RGV this past weekend and preview this Saturday’s home game vs. Phoenix Rising. Finally, in Free Kicks, we talk the US Open Cup as SAFC hosts the De-Feeters next Tuesday night.
2022-03-3058 minPuro SAFCThe Heat Is On: USA World Cup QualificationClayton and Shaddock quickly talk SAFC’s 2-1 road win at the LA Galaxy 2. Then, at 19:00, the real story: by next week, the USA will either be in or out of the Qatar 2022 World Cup. What should you be watching for? Finally, free kicks about the D’Feeters and the US Open Cup.
2022-03-2359 minPuro SAFCGet Your Move On (Game 1 Recap)Clayton and Shaddock review SAFC’s 1-0 win over Detroit City in the 2022 home opener. Who stood out? How was the game? We give our thoughts, Thumbs Up/Thumbs Down-style. We also dive in to Champions League knockout rounds around the world. Shout out to listener James Moore in England as well as all the listeners who came to the Puro Tailgate.
2022-03-1645 minPuro SAFCSeason Preview!Clayton and Shaddock preview the SAFC season ahead of Saturday’s home opener vs Detroit City FC. What are we looking forward to? Who was the best off season signing? And, of course, our predictions. As always, free kicks.
2022-03-0959 minPuro SAFCDon’t Ask Me No Questions (Listener Questions Show)In the last week of Puro Pod Preseason, Shaddock and Clayton answer your listener questions on a range of topics: SAFC’s playoffs chances, spirit animals, soccer rule changes, Americans abroad, the Bud Light Beer Bunker, and Chelsea’s Russian ownership. Free kicks, as always. Enjoy!
2022-03-0247 minPuro SAFCBallad of Davey Crockett (with Crocketeer James Hope)Clayton and Shaddock continue the Puro Preseason with special guest James Hope. James is a board member and original Crocketeer, a supporters group that’s actually way older than SAFC. We talk tailgates, chants, tifo, and did we mention free drinks at tailgates? Free Kick: what does it mean to be a supporter of a club?
2022-02-2648 minPuro SAFCYou Ain’t Going Nowhere (with Dave Stalarsky)Clayton and Shaddock are joined by living San Antonio soccer historian, 90.1 KSYM’s DJ Kilbassa aka Dave Stalarsky. Dave talks about the history of soccer in SA, as coach, player, ref, and fan. We talk the old NASL Thunder, Scorpions, International Legends, St Mary’s University, and of course SAFC. Our special free kicks are San Antonio soccer memories. Enjoy!
2022-02-1659 minPuro SAFCCowboys From Hell (with Hayden Partain)Clayton and Shaddock kick off the Puro Pod Preseason with special guest Hayden Partain, former SAFC midfielder. We talk about his life as a USL player: tryouts, college soccer, stadium atmosphere, the daily grind, player salaries, and how to make it all better. As always, free kicks.
2022-02-0959 minPuro SAFCHello, Goodbye!Clayton and Shaddock are back to say HELLO to the new SAFC schedule, some new signings, two new USL clubs, and two (yes, two) new SAFC goalkeepers. We also say GOODBYE to some former players who have left to parts far and near, including Jose Gallegos and Matt Cardone. As always, Free Kicks!
2022-02-0159 minPuro SAFCNew Years in LaredoClayton and Shaddock make their New Years resolutions related to soccer. From the podcast to SAFC, trips to tailgates, we share our plans for 2022. For Free Kicks, we share our favorite soccer moment of 2021. What’s YOUR favorite soccer moment of 2021? Let us know?
2021-12-2946 minPuro SAFCAbundant DecemberfestOn the day of Decemberfest, Clayton and Shaddock give Christmas presents to various people in the SA soccer community. From listener Dave aka DJ Kilbassa to Chef James, SAFC to the USA, we don’t leave much out. Happy Holidays, safe travels, and enjoy! We had fun recording!
2021-12-1843 minPuro SAFCThe Lonesome LoserLive from friend-of-the-Pod Chef James Moore’s patio, Clayton and Shaddock review SAFC’s playoff exit: a 1-1 penalty kick loss to Orange County FC. It was sad, but it was exciting, especially at the Watch Party. We move on to revisit our pre-season predictions and also review the best storylines and individual players for SAFC in 2021. Enjoy!
2021-11-2447 minPuro SAFCVentura, CaliforniaClayton and Matt talk SAFC’s thoroughly enjoyable and memorable 3-1 home playoff win over Texas rivals RGV on Saturday night. We then preview this weekend’s away game vs. Orange County. See you at the watch party at the Winchester Bar Saturday night at 8:00 (9:00 kickoff). Also, free kicks. Enjoy!
2021-11-1754 minPuro SAFCHavin’ A Good Time!Clayton and Shaddock talk SAFC’s big 2-0 playoff win on Saturday night. Set piece goals, a new goalie, and a playoff atmosphere. We also preview this week’s Round 2 home playoff matchup Saturday night at 8:00pm vs rivals RGV. Also, Free Kicks. Enjoy!
2021-11-0951 minPuro SAFCP-P-P-PlayoffsClayton and Shaddock talk SAFC’s 3-0 win on Saturday night and preview this Friday’s HOME playoff game against Landon Donovan’s San Diego Loyal. As always, free kicks. Enjoy!
2021-11-0344 minPuro SAFCThe Final CountdownShaddock and Clayton preview this weekend’s final regular season game, at home to Colorado Springs on Saturday night. We get excited for the match and discuss possible playoff scenarios. We also discuss SAFC’s 0-0 uninspiring home tie last Saturday night. As always, free kicks!
2021-10-2730 minPuro SAFCI Wanna Go BackShaddock and Clayton are BACK to review SAFC’s recent homestand: José Gallegos scoring bangers, Matthieu Deplagne a tale of two players, and tight playoff standings. All recorded live while SAFC battled away at New Mexico on Wednesday night. As always, free kicks: this time about the EPL and Saudi owners. Enjoy!
2021-10-2156 minPuro SAFCStop Dragging My Heart AroundClayton and Shaddock revisit SAFC’s 1-0 loss to New Mexico United on Saturday by getting philosophical. We go all in and discuss: What is minor league soccer all about? What makes an SAFC game something worth doing? Is this it? We compare the experience to other minor and major league sports experiences and decide what keeps us coining back to the stadium. Lots of listener shout outs! Finally, free kicks.
2021-09-2938 minPuro SAFCEye of the TigerClayton and Shaddock review SAFC’s epic road trip: 3 wins in 3 games. Who shined, who saw red, and who scored? It’s all here. We’re now in second place and within striking distance of first. Then we look forward to a home game against New Mexico this Saturday night. As always, free kicks, this time about Clayton’s own epic journey. Recorded in the Toyota Field tailgate lot!
2021-09-2243 minPuro SAFCThe WireClayton and Shaddock are back in the Stimulus Bar discuss the last two SAFC home games against Real Monarchs and Pittsburgh Riverhounds. While recording, we also watched SAFC’s 2-1 loss to bitter rivals Austin Bold. Finally, our thoughts on the USA’s first World Cup Qualifiers. Enjoy!
2021-09-081h 00Puro SAFCWe Don’t Need No DoctorClayton and Shaddock talk SAFC’s last minute 2-1 win over El Paso at home last Saturday night. After a two week Covid pause and a 45 minute thunderstorm delay, the boys played it cool and won in the 93rd minute. This week brings two more home games before a long road trip. As always, Free Kicks. Enjoy!
2021-08-3156 minPuro SAFCSoccer Trends of 2021What are the top new things we’ve seen in 2021? SAFC’s last two games have been cancelled due to Covid-19, so Clayton and Shaddock dive into empty stadiums, oil fortunes, analytics, and other soccer trends of 2021. Lots of listener input, as well! Finally, we look forward to 3 SAFC games in 8 days and free kicks. Enjoy!
2021-08-2552 minPuro SAFCMidseason Review ShowAfter 17 games, Clayton and Shaddock make some conclusions about the first half of SAFC’s season. First, we name our top performers, then we move on to Pleasantries and Disappointments. Finally we talk next week’s game and free kicks. Enjoy!
2021-08-111h 01Puro SAFCHarder, Better, Faster, StrongerClayton and Shaddock talk about SAFC’s comprehensive 3-0 win over New Mexico last Wednesday night. We talk Jose Gallegos’s brilliance, Mohammed Abu’s debut, and USL’s annual meeting. As always, free kicks, this time about the Gold Cup. Enjoy!
2021-07-271h 00Puro SAFCThey’re BA-ACKPuro SAFC:
They’re BA-ACK
Clayton and Shaddock take their ‘ship long distance, Colorado to Texas. We talk SAFC’s random Mexican friendlies and their big 3-2 win over Colorado Springs on the road last week. Both featured lots of returning players and positive energy. Then, we preview SAFC’s random Wednesday night HOME game tomorrow night vs New Mexico United on ESPN2. 8:30 kickoff, Henry! As always, free kicks. Enjoy!
2021-07-2152 minPuro SAFCQue Lastima!Shaddock and Clayton discuss SAFC’s 1-0 home loss to I-35 rivals Austin Bold in Saturday night. A full stadium saw an early goal, a red card, and no left midfielder. But hey, there’s free lineup posters again! As always, free kicks. Enjoy!
2021-07-0659 minPuro SAFCWe’ve Missed You, Have You Missed Us?Clayton and Shaddock catch up after a couple weeks of vacation. What’d we miss? From Euro 2020 to SAFC’s recent games, listen to find out Call it a 1/3 season review show. As always, free kicks. Also, there’s a Puro SAFC Tailgate at 6:00 before this Saturday’s home game.
2021-07-0159 minPuro SAFCRocky Mountain HighClayton and Shaddock record LIVE in the Denver airport following our big weekend in Colorado. SAFC fought to a 1-1 tie, and the USA came back twice before heroically defeating Mexico 3-2 in extra time. We talk similarities and difference between the two games. Enjoy!
2021-06-0717 minPuro SAFCGet Your Sh*t and Go (to Colorado)Shaddock and Clayton are on the road with special guest Tanner to see SAFC in Colorado Springs! Listen to our drive to the match with pit stops at the Air Force Academy and Garden of the Gods.
2021-06-0510 minPuro SAFCHoliday RoadShaddock and Clayton talk about SAFC’s 1-1 tie against RGV. But, more importantly, they preview the Puro road trip! The guys are headed up to Colorado to see SAFC play in Colorado Springs on Saturday night, among other things. Look for the Puro SAFC Flag by the goal on the ESPN2! Lastly, a couple team USA free kicks. Enjoy!
2021-06-0149 minPuro SAFCButter PopcornShaddock and Clayton review Saturday night’s 2-1 win for SAFC over Birmingham Legion. We discuss Clayton’s game night experience, Jose Gallegos’s instant impact, and all the feisty moments. Next, we preview Saturday’s rematch with RGV before free kicks all about coming games in Denver and Colorado Springs. Enjoy!
2021-05-2658 minPuro SAFCBlake Smith Special EpisodeClayton and Shaddock sit down with new State Farm Agent and recently retired SAFC player Blake Smith to talk all things San Antonio Soccer. We discuss Sunday’s SAFC game, Blake’s playing career, and his thoughts on playing soccer at just about every level: high school, college, NASL, MLS, USL, PDL... oh and don’t forget the village team in Switzerland. As always, free kicks and a sponsored tailgate THIS SATURDAY before SAFC’s game at home.
2021-05-1859 minPuro SAFCSmart Soccer vs. Dumb SoccerClayton and Shaddock meet at the Stimulus Bar to discuss SAFC’s frustrating yet encouraging 2-2 tie at home on Saturday night. Who was dumb and who was smart? Listen to find out. We also preview Sunday (Sunday, Sunday)’s game at RGV and, as always, Free Kicks. Enjoy!
2021-05-1155 minPuro SAFCHome Opener: Thumbs Up, Thumbs DownClayton and Shaddock talk SAFC’s 3-0 win in the home opener last Saturday night. Thumbs both UP and DOWN are given out to fans, coaches, players, and even the oft-forgotten groundskeeper. Next, we preview next Saturday’s home match against Real Monarchs. Finally, Free Kicks on Man U fans and a couple new MLS youngsters.
2021-05-0451 minPuro SAFCSeason PreviewClayton and Shaddock meet in the pod den to make predictions for SAFC and the 2021 USL season: new clubs like Oakland Roots, SAFC’s formation, leading scorer, young players, and, of course, Jose Gallegos. Next, what are we looking forward to in Saturday night’s home opener and, as always, Free Kicks.
2021-04-2759 minPuro SAFCLive Listener Question ShowClayton and Shaddock recorded LIVE with listeners at the Growler Exchange, ending our April Barnstorm. We answered 8 listener questions like: Who owns Toyota Field? Topics ranged from the European Super League, US Olympic qualifying failure, SAFC’s Jose Gallegos, and even soccer ball stitching technology (really!). As always, free kicks. Looking forward, we’ll have a Season Preview episode on Monday in advance of next Saturday’s home opener: May 1st at 7:30pm!
2021-04-2459 minPuro SAFCSmall Goals Soccer (Radio Edit)Clayton and Matt continue the Barnstorm Tour. We record LIVE at Tuesday night Small Goals Soccer 6v6 and talk to a bunch of people: Doug, the founder of SA’s league, a team manager, a few players, and even a ref. As always, we end with free kicks.
2021-04-0852 minPuro SAFCSmall Talk about Small Goals SoccerClayton and Matt continue the Barnstorm: we record LIVE at Tuesday night Small Goals Soccer 6v6 and talk to a bunch of people: Doug, the founder of SA’s league, a team manager, a few players, and even a ref. As always, we end with free kicks.
2021-04-0759 minPuro SAFCHigh School Soccer SpectacularFirst Stop of the Barnstorming Tour: Clayton and Shaddock record live with a special guest, the High School Soccer Dad, as we take in the Reagan-New Braunfels high school boys playoff game. We discuss the place of the high school game, SAFC’s involvement in the youth game, and even get a call in from the high school soccer son, who now plays college ball. Great father and son interviews! Enjoy!
2021-03-2759 minPuro SAFCSomething in the air...Shaddock and Clayton discuss SAFC’s preseason: the team’s schedule, what is soccer preseason, and our own preseason stories. Then, we preview our Podcast Preseason, aka the Puro SAFC Barnstorming Tour. We’ll be visiting a HS soccer playoff game, the SAFC academy, a local 6v6 league, and finally a live listener question happy hour. Oh, and Free Kicks. All recorded live at the Stimulus Bar: Enjoy!
2021-03-2359 minPuro SAFCWhat’s Going On?Matt and Clayton are back to discuss the new year, new soccer. We discuss what we’ve been up to, what the USL is up to, and what SAFC has been up to. As always, free kicks. It’s good to be back!
2021-03-1659 minPuro SAFCInternational Soccer SpecialUSL may be over but international soccer is back! Clayton and Matt each name “Five Things They Are Excited To See” during this week’s FIFA games. For Clayton, it’s five games in five days. For Shaddock, it’s all USA after 286 days without a game. In Free Kicks, the boys discuss the bizarre end to the USL season. Enjoy!
2020-11-111h 03Puro SAFCSAFC 2020 Post MortemWell folks, as you know, SAFC fell 1-0 in extra time to New Mexico at home in the opening round playoff game. After a week of rest, Matt and Clayton are ready to talk about the game. We look back on 2020, in terms of positives and negatives. Free Kicks stays in USL with the thorny situation out in Phoenix. Enjoy!
2020-10-221h 01Puro SAFCEverybody Wants Some... Playoffs!Clayton and Matt discuss what they will be looking for in Saturday night’s home playoff game vs. New Mexico United. We share the clues that will show if SAFC is having a good or bad game. Then, we boldly predict opposite results. Free Kicks gets spicy when we discuss Landon Donovan and San Diego Loyal walking off the field at halftime and forfeiting after alleged verbal abuse.
2020-10-0759 minPuro SAFCLand of ConfusionClayton and Matt discuss SAFC’s entertaining but disappointing 1-0 loss to Tulsa Saturday night. Clayton wants consistency, not confusion, and Matt wants Parano in the middle! We look forward to the last game of the week vs Austin on Sunday as well as free kicks related to Americans abroad. Enjoy!
2020-09-3053 minPuro SAFCJordan Perruzza Love FestClayton declares his love for new forward signing Jordan Perruzza, who bagged a brace on Saturday night. We dedicate the episode to his Canadian-Italian origin story, his two bangers on Saturday night, and Perruzza-adjacent topics like the new formation, team injuries, and other teenage heart-throbs Parano and Gallegos. Finally, free kicks take us to San Diego and Turin. Enjoy!
2020-09-2356 minPuro SAFCLive Show: Austin @ SAFCClayton and Matt talk to you live from Toyota Field on a night out at SAFC as Austin comes to own. SAFC ended up winning 3-2. We recorded our thoughts both pre-game and at halftime. We talk the 2-1 loss at El Paso, the new 3 forward formation, and new young starlet in from Toronto. SAFC is back at home this Saturday night for the last home game of our short season. As always, free kicks. Enjoy!
2020-09-1723 minPuro SAFCEverything is Going Our WaySAFC beat RGV 3-2 in front of fans last Saturday night, and Clayton and Matt are here to tell you what they saw. Hear about the game, the crowd, and even concession lines and bandit tailgates. As always, free kicks and next week’s preview.
2020-09-091h 09Puro SAFCSAFC is Back - Where are YOU sitting?Matt and Clayton look forward and backward: Forward to Saturday night’s home game WITH FANS vs. RGV; Backward to trends we’ve seen in the past few games. What should YOU be looking out for on Saturday? All in anticipation of Saturday’s big game, 8:00 at home with 25% of fans vs. RGV Toros. As always, free kicks. Enjoy!
2020-09-0157 min
Puro SAFCAustin @ SAFCClayton and Matt talk about SAFC’s 1-1 home draw with Austin Bold on Saturday night in SA. Jose Gallegos salvaged a 1-1 tie in the 92nd minute after a rather leggy performance from the home team. Too many games? Not enough squad rotation? We also saw a new, old goalkeeper.
Then we look forward to another “English week” with a Wednesday night game home vs. OKC and then again Saturday home to Tulsa. Six games in three weeks for the boys, which can exhaust even a viewer or a pod host, as you’ll hear in free kicks.
Enjoy!
2020-08-1955 min
Puro SAFCSAFC @ Austin, OKC, and TulsaClayton and Matt live-pod during SAFC’s 0-0 tie on the road to Tulsa. The tie marked a 3 game undefeated road trip from the squad, with a combined 7-2 goal difference.
We discuss what went right, which players are stepping up, and if it’s all just fools gold due to weak opposition.
Finally, we preview Saturday’s “home” game vs Austin Bold and, as always, Free Kicks. Enjoy!
2020-08-1433 min
Puro SAFCRGV @ SAFC 7/26SAFC is home again, after all these months, hosting RHV in a rematch at Toyota Field.
There were no fans in the stands, though, so Clayton and Matt talk about the 1-0 win as well as the at-home viewing experience.
Free kicks: is baseball or soccer with no fans better on tv, and also Clayton’s newfound love of Minnesota United. Enjoy!
2020-07-2928 min
Puro SAFCSAFC @ RGV 7/19/20It’s been a long wait but SAFC is back!
Matt and Clayton discuss Friday night’s... oops, no... Sunday’s 1-1 tie at Rio Grande Valley.
New starters, new formation, new season format. And yet, the good guys end up losing a late lead on the road, settling for a tie.
Unfortunately, the recording paused around the 34:10 mark, so some of our thoughts about the new GK and water break will remain hidden from the public. The episode picks up back in time for free kicks.
Also, be on lookout for an invitation to our live Zoom for Saturday night’...
2020-07-2238 min
Puro SAFCAsk a Coach!In a special welcome back to USL play podcast, Matt and Clayton talk to SAFC Assistant Coach Lee Williams!
We ask about:
-A day in the life of the team during Covid
-How is the restart working
-Lee’s path to becoming an SAFC coach
-The SAFC academy program and youth development
-SAFC’s formation/shape
-Comparing SAFC to Lee’s native Swansea club
-What goes into creating a club culture
-And, of course, ALL of your listener questions (even yours, Henry).
Unfortunately, the Zoom abruptly crashed and the Free Kicks were not recorded, so:
- Lee’s been watching Wycombe...
2020-07-161h 07
Puro SAFCUSL is Back!Matt and Clayton talk about the impending return of USL soccer! This Friday night, El Paso will host fans for their home game... oops, no, scratch that. Sunday night Louisville does!
We discuss the groups, schedule, as protocols as well as listener questions related to the restart. Fingers crossed, SAFC will kick off July 17th. As always, free kicks.
2020-07-081h 02
Puro SAFCUSL Return to Play EpisodeClayton and Matt are back to talk about what we’ve seen in the European return to soccer. Thumbs Up or Thumbs Down to fake crowd noise? Fake Fans? Water
Breaks in the Euro heat?
The real reason for all of this: What can SAFC learn from the European Soccer ‘Rona Soccer Seasons?
As always, free kicks. Enjoy!
2020-06-241h 20
Puro SAFCSunderland Til I Die: Wise Men Say SPECIAL PODMatt and Clayton call up Michael of the “Wise Men Say” podcast in Sunderland, England to talk about the other SAFC, Sunderland AFC. We talk about the Netflix series “Sunderland Til I Die” and second division soccer on both sides of the pond.
We discuss topics like:
- Was the Netflix series a fair or accurate depiction of the club, city, and fans?
- How does Michael feel about the American players who have played at Sunderland?
- Who would win an SAFC Derby Match?
- Compare the two teams, leagues, and fans.
- Michael’s surprising love of MLS soccer.
...
2020-05-181h 13
Puro SAFCTop 5 Live GoalsClayton and Shaddock re-live the best goals they’ve ever seen, live and in person. From high school bicycle kicks to World Cup in Russia, Messi in Houston to World Cup in Dallas, we go near and far in our memory books. Even as close to home as a Scorpion kick by a San Antonio Scorpion.
Listeners chimed in with their personal stories, from a 13 year old in the Rose Bowl to a 70 year old in Moscow. Enjoy!
2020-04-3058 min
Puro SAFCWorld Cup 2022 DraftShaddock and Clayton Draft our epic Qatar 2022 teams, complete with managers and a bench.
Respond with your pick of who would win the game. Each reader pick is a goal for Clayton or Shaddock. Who will win?
Clayton:
Mbappe - Lewandawski - Sancho
Neymar Jr.
Pogba - Casamieo
Andy R-Van Dyck-Koulibaly-Kimmich
Oblack
Bench: Bonucci, Veratti, David Neres
Shaddock:
S. Mane - Kane - Messi
K De Bruyne
Thiago A. - Kante
A.Davies- S Ramos - Verane - T.A.A.
Ederson
Bench: Harland, Pulisic, Alaba
2020-04-221h 00
Puro SAFCTop 5 US GamesWhere were you when....? Clayton and Shaddock discuss their Top 5 US National Team games. We “travel” via soccer to Trinidad, Korea, Africa and Brazil, and of corse, Columbus, Ohio.
Looking for something to watch instead of Netflix? Try one of these vintage US game on YouTube.
Finally, Clayton recaps an SAFC game for the ages.
2020-04-151h 03
Puro SAFCHigh School Soccer SpectacularMatt, Clayton and our special guest Steve the Soccer Dad recorded live at the Reagan vs Central Catholic high school boys game to discuss the state of the high school game.
Questions like: what is high school soccer, what’s the point, does it matter, what does it teach, what’s would we change, and should pro prospects like Jose Gallegos even be playing it. Enjoy!
2020-01-2255 min
Puro SAFCNew Years SAFC ResolutionsClayton and Matthew discuss all the latest SAFC news in the form of New Years Resolutions.
We make new goals on the home opener March 7th, the 2020 full schedule, new signings (Blake, Hunter, Jesus, Conner, and Hayden) and the departure of 8 former SAFC players to new clubs. As always, we end with free kicks, this time about high school soccer. Enjoy!
2020-01-151h 05
Puro SAFCBoxing Day SpecialClayton and Matthew give each other Boxing Day presents, in the spirit of Britain’s Boxing Day.
A USL All Star Game? Check.
A local pro veteran signing? Check.
A pen empty Brazilian shaped box? Check.
And more...
Enjoy!
2020-01-031h 00
Puro SAFCSeason Review Part 2We discuss the shocking dismissal of Coach Powell last week, then go on to review the club, the USL, and our own pod. Don’t miss Clayton’s own “Dear SAFC” letter. Enjoy!
2019-11-061h 17