Bayou City Soccer

Welcome to Orange Talk, a Bayou City Soccer podcast segment! In this episode, we sit down with Ondřej Lingr of the Houston Dynamo FC. We discuss the team’s early regular season results, Lingr’s evolving role within the squad, and the challenges that await in the upcoming matchup against the Portland Timbers. Plus, plenty more from our conversation with the Dynamo forward. - We invite you to follow...

Welcome to Orange Talk, a Bayou City Soccer Podcast segment! In this episode, we sit down with Houston Dynamo Academy product and rising midfielder Matthew Arana, who made history this season as the youngest player to debut for the Houston Dynamo FC first team at just 15 years old. Arana reflects on the moment he stepped onto the field for his MLS debut, his development through the Dynamo Academy,...

Welcome to Orange Talk, a Bayou City Soccer Podcast segment! In this episode, we sit down with Houston Dynamo 2 forward Mattheo Dimareli to discuss Dynamo 2’s 2–0 season-opening win over Colorado Rapids 2, his growth entering his third season with the club, and what he’s learned playing under Kenny Bundy, Marcelo Santos, and Jeremy Hurdle. We also talk about his playing style, youth national team...

Welcome to the Orange & Blueprints Podcast - your go-to spot for everything Houston Dash and women’s soccer in the Bayou City! In this episode, Manny and Diego dive into everything surrounding the Houston Dash as the new season approaches. They start by breaking down the team’s preseason loss to Dallas Trinity, analyzing what stood out, what needs improvement, and which players are already mak...

Welcome back to the Bayou City Soccer Podcast! This week, we break down the Houston Dynamo’s frustrating loss to Los Angeles FC, a match turned by a controversial red card that left Houston playing shorthanded — and eventually down to nine men. There were still a few positives: Héctor Herrera returned to action, and we saw debuts from Agustín Resch and Matthew Arana, with Arana becoming the younge...

Welcome to Orange Talk, a Bayou City Soccer Podcast segment! In this episode, we sit down with Jeremy Hurdle to preview the 2026 season for Houston Dynamo 2. He discusses stepping into the interim head coach role, balancing development with winning, and integrating new SuperDraft and international additions — including players from Red Bull Bragantino and Fluminense FC. We also touch on the club’s...

Welcome to Orange Talk, a Bayou City Soccer Podcast segment! In this episode, we catch up with Duane Holmes to reflect on the emotions of his Houston home opener against Chicago — from the early adrenaline and a quick yellow card to adjusting in a role fans may not be used to seeing him in. Holmes shares how he settled into the match, felt the game shift in his favor, and managed heavy minutes aft...

Welcome to the Orange & Blueprints Podcast - your go-to spot for everything Houston Dash and women’s soccer in the Bayou City! In this episode, Manny and Diego break down the latest around the Houston Dash. The Dash are unveiling a new alternate kit and returning from the Coachella preseason invitational, where midfielder Maggie Graham rejoined the active roster. Houston now turns its attention to...

Welcome back to the Bayou City Soccer Podcast! This week, we spotlight the Houston Dynamo FC’s newest homegrown signing, Matthew Arana, who impressed the coaching staff all preseason and earned his contract the hard way. We also break down Houston’s gritty 2–1 comeback win over the Chicago Fire FC. After trailing at halftime, Guilherme’s class and composure fueled two huge goals to secure three po...

Welcome back to the Bayou City Soccer Podcast-and buckle up, because this is the mother of all preview episodes for the 2026 MLS season and the Houston Dynamo FC. The BCS crew is breaking out the crystal ball and going all in on predictions. We’re forecasting where Houston will finish in the Western Conference, who will lead the squad in goals, and unveiling our boldest takes for Ben Olsen’s side...

Welcome to the Orange & Blueprints Podcast - your go-to spot for everything Houston Dash and women’s soccer in the Bayou City! In this episode, Manny and Diego break down key updates from the Houston Dash. They discuss the hiring of Twila Kilgore as Technical Director and what her leadership means for the club’s future. They also cover the removal of Maggie Graham from the Season-Ending Injury...

Welcome to Orange Talk, a Bayou City Soccer Podcast segment! In this episode, we get Dynamo fans familiar with Nicholas Markanich and the journey that brought him to Houston — from Northern Illinois University to FC Cincinnati, a breakout run with Charleston Battery, a stint in Spain with CD Castellón, and now the Houston Dynamo FC. He reflects on the season that changed everything, his identity a...

Welcome to Orange Talk, a Bayou City Soccer Podcast segment! In this episode, we catch up with Diadié Samassékou as he begins 2026 with a fresh start in Houston. The veteran midfielder reflects on his journey through Europe with FC Red Bull Salzburg and TSG 1899 Hoffenheim, how those experiences shaped his mentality and leadership, what he brings to the Dynamo midfield, plus a message to the fans....

Welcome back to the Bayou City Soccer Podcast. In this episode, we catch up on all the Houston Dynamo news we’ve missed since our last recording — including the official release of the Mission Control Kit, the hiring of club legend Wade Barrett as Vice President of Community Engagement, and Sebastián Rodríguez’s year-long loan move to Liga MX side Monterrey. We also break down the final preseason...

Welcome to Orange Talk, a Bayou City Soccer Podcast segment! In this episode, we talk with Houston Dash’s new technical director, Twila Kilgore, about her return to Houston and her vision for the club’s future. Drawing on experience from the college game, the NWSL, and the United States Women's National Soccer Team, Kilgore shares her focus on building a sustainable, aligned, and competitive f...

Welcome to the Orange & Blueprints Podcast - your go-to spot for everything Houston Dash and women’s soccer in the Bayou City! In this episode, Manny and Diego discuss the newly added staff roles within the Houston Dash organization, what they could mean for the club’s direction, and the exciting new kits set to be unveiled soon—including a highly anticipated third kit. They also break down ho...

Welcome back to the Bayou City Soccer Podcast. In this episode, we break down Mati Bogusz’s first presentation to the Houston media and share our initial impressions of what he brings to the Dynamo. We also recap Houston’s scrimmage against Atlanta United and take a look at how the team is shaping up as the season opener approaches. Plus, we run through this week’s upcoming Dynamo events, includin...

Welcome to the Orange & Blueprints Podcast - your go-to spot for everything Houston Dash and women’s soccer in the Bayou City! In this episode, Manny and Diego dive into the quiet but meaningful preseason vibes surrounding the Houston Dash, breaking down what’s happening behind the scenes as the club prepares for a pivotal stretch. From subtle roster moves to shifts in culture and mindset, the...

Welcome back to the Bayou City Soccer Podcast. I’m joined by Juan Pereira, and in this episode we break down the Houston Dynamo’s newest additions, headlined by club-record signing Mateusz Bogusz. We discuss the expectations surrounding Bogusz, as well as the broader outlook for the Dynamo after what appears on paper to be an outstanding offseason of player acquisitions. We also dive into the Dyna...

Welcome to the Orange & Blueprints Podcast - your go-to spot for everything Houston Dash and women’s soccer in the Bayou City! In this episode, Manny and Diego break down the Houston Dash’s newly announced roster updates, highlighted by the additions of goalkeeper Caroline DeLisle and forward Makenzy Robbe. They also discuss the season-opening loan moves for Jyllissa Harris and Liz Beardsley,...

In this week’s episode, we kick things off by previewing the Houston Dynamo’s upcoming preseason matches taking place this week in Tampa, setting the stage for what’s ahead as the season draws closer. From there, we break down the club’s latest roster moves, including the addition of Nicholas Markanich, the soon-to-be-confirmed arrival of Mateus Bogusz, and the departures of Toyosi Olusanya and Se...

Welcome to Orange Talk, a Bayou City Soccer Podcast segment! In this episode, we’re getting to know one of the Houston Dash’s newest signings, forward Kat Rader. A highly regarded attacking talent, Kat joins the Dash after a standout college career at Duke University. We talk about her journey through the college game, her experience with U.S. Youth National Teams, and what excites her most about...

Welcome to Orange Talk, a Bayou City Soccer Podcast segment! In this episode, we’re joined by one of the newest members of the Houston Dash, defender Leah Klenke. A Houston native, Leah spent her college career at Notre Dame before making the jump to the NWSL. We talk about her youth development in the city, her path to the professional game, and what she’s seen so far from head coach Fabrice Gaut...

¡Bienvenidos a un nuevo episodio del podcast de fútbol de Bayou City! Estamos de regreso con ustedes en un nuevo año, lleno de nuevas esperanzas. En este episodio hablamos de los refuerzos que ya han sido confirmados por el Houston Dynamo. Llegan Lucas Halter, Agustín Bouzat, Guilherme, Nicholas Markanich y, como gran sorpresa, el regreso de Héctor Herrera. El club se prepara para cambiar el ánimo...

Welcome to the Orange & Blueprints Podcast - your go-to spot for everything Houston Dash and women’s soccer in the Bayou City! In this episode, Manny and Diego break down the newly released 2026 NWSL schedule, with a heavy focus on what it means for the Houston Dash. The guys dig into key dates, marquee matchups, and stretches of the calendar that could define Houston’s season, highlighting wh...