Holy City SoundOff

We get the chance to sit on with Ben from The USL Way! The season is officially underway and we recap the Charleston Battery's trip up to North Carolina. For more content follow us on  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ,  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ,  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , and  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . Direct special inquiries to ⁠thehowlerspodcast@gmail.com⁠.  ***Wherever you’re list...

We're joined by Charleston Battery fan and club employee Julian Shakya! We discuss the upcoming season, Julian's roots as fan of the club, and the hot news surrounding U.S. Soccer's historic cup competition. For more content follow us on  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ,  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ,  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , and  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . Direct special inquiries to ⁠...

USL Pre-season is in full swing and we catch up with Charleston Battery midfielder Emilio Ycaza! We talk the highlights from pre-season so far, preparation for the season, and what it's like entering his second season for the club. Also, we throw some quick fire questions his way and get context into a post on his Instagram. Click play and enjoy! For more content follow us on  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠...

Last episode, we sounded off on some outgoings at Patriots Point. But now it’s time to announce some incomings! Get caught up with the crew as we discuss 3 new members of the Black and Yellow, what they bring to Charleston, and how they fit into the lineup. Plus, some news from around the USL. Enjoy and let us know what you think! For more content follow us on  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ,  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠I...

Sound the alarms, it’s an emergency podcast!! Charleston has been hit with a whirlwind of exits, including the star boy of Patriot’s Point…what type of player is Real Salt Lake getting, and how might the Black and Yellow cope with the loss? Plus, one player trades in his boots for a clipboard, and another’s destination remains a mystery. It’s not a goodbye, it’s an I’ll-see-you-soon. Holy City Sou...

Holy City Soundoff returns with an episode chock-full of the goods! We discuss the Black and Yellow’s latest signings, highlight our most anticipated matches in 2024, and break down MLS’s latest defiance in the name of American soccer. Plus, a USL club gives their goodbyes. Let us know what you think! And if you haven’t listened to our Christmas episode yet, tis the season…. For more content follo...

The Holy City season finale is here! Andrew and Connor talk about that fateful night at the Point versus Phoenix, and despite a heartbreak ending, some silver linings headed into the off-season. A Charleston assistant heads to the Pacific Northwest in 2024, and the Battery’s most famous youngster collects some more hardware. Enjoy! For more content follow us on  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ,  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram...

It’s Championship weekend at Patriot’s Point! We preview Sunday’s Super Bowl of soccer featuring two clubs on the opposite coast. Which players will rise to the occasion? How much Barbecue will Andrew and Connor eat this time around? Plus, the USL heads to the big apple (and CBS too). Enjoy the episode, and we’ll see you locals this weekend! For more content follow us on  ⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠ ,  ⁠⁠⁠⁠In...

We’ve fully digested all our southern barbecue and it’s finally time to recap what might have been our best trip yet. Join us down (recent) memory lane as we give our sideline experience, share what made our Lowcountry excursion so special, and take a deep dive into Patriots Point’s biggest match of the season this weekend. Plus, a check-in on USL Milwaukee AND the idea of a neutral site final. En...

Not only did we get to record Holy City Soundoff #13 in the Lowcountry at Patriot’s Point, but we had an extra special guest on the mic to join us - Charleston Battery’s very own Ben Clemens! The Content and Communications Manager gives us an in-depth look at the USL season, what it’s like traveling with the squad, and all the ins and outs of his hectic job behind the scenes. Special thanks to the...

Charleston Battery head coach Ben Pirmann joins the show! We discuss the teams push into playoffs and the club making history with the largest season to season point turnaround in the USL Championship. Pirmann reflects on the season, shares what he's learned from his team, and the best moments so far. Also, we talk about the talent within the league and his experience managing a young global t...

We welcome the midfield maestro Robbie Crawford to the show! The Scotsman previews Charleston’s end-of-season quest towards the playoffs, his time playing in Scotland and Iceland, and even shares a few of his favorite spots around town. Catch Robbie and co at Patriot’s Point this weekend as they welcome Birmingham for their final regular season match! For more content follow us on  ⁠Twitter⁠ ,  ⁠I...

Holy City #10 is live! After falling to El Paso the Battery are still awarded with playoff home field advantage (Thanks Louisville and Memphis). We discuss Pirmann's post-match comments and what this team needs heading into playoff's. Also, Da'vian Kimbrough makes history in the USL/sports, becoming the youngest professional soccer player to make their debut! We discuss. Enjoy! For mor...

Holy City #9 comes to you hot and ready out of the oven. Baraja's puts on a show on Hispanic Heritage night at Patriots Point in front of the Battery faithful. We see a shaken up side produce, getting all 3 points. Want to play in the USL Championship? Rhode Island FC are holding tryouts in November! We discuss the new teams entry into the league for the 2024 season. The Black and Yellow are o...

Holy City Soundoff #8, not unlike Tristan Trager, is ready to entertain USL fans across the board. The fellas cover the Battery’s loud 2-2 draw with Harvey Neville’s Loudoun United, a USMNT debut for a product fo the American pyramid, and MLS NEXT Pro welcomes a new team (with a very slick badge). Check out more of our content on Golz. TV, and enjoy the Black and Yellow’s home match vs FC Tulsa, c...

Holy City Soundoff episode 7 was heavily playoff-themed, but can you blame us? We’re excited about the boys postseason resurgence, after all. Plus, a mic’d up Kuz entertains the fans, while yet another USL top talent heads to European football. Enjoy the episode and let us know what you think! For more content follow us on  ⁠Twitter⁠ ,  ⁠Instagram⁠ ,  ⁠Youtube⁠ , and  ⁠Tiktok⁠ . Direct special inq...

Holy City Soundoff #6 covers the Black and Yellow’s big clean sheet over Memphis 901 FC, Battery’s depth and experience headed into the USL playoffs, and Beto Avila’s solo goal to lift Charleston to third in the conference. Also, San Diego Loyal make a sad announcement amidst a successful season. What led to the closure of their club, and can it be avoided in the future? For more content follow us...

Holy City Soundoff #5 is live! The guys cover Battery’s 2-0 defeat to the USL’s hottest side, scores from around the league, and discuss the all-access behind-the-scenes look at the team as they travel around the country. Also - could Inter Miami lift MLS Cup? Messi and co lift their first trophy and seem like it may not be that last…. For more content follow us on  ⁠Twitter⁠ ,  ⁠Instagram⁠ ,  ⁠Yo...

Charleston Battery Co-Owner and Chairman Rob Salvatore sat down with us to talk the complexities of ownership, the Battery’s raucous 2023 campaign, and the possibility of a system of promotion and relegation within the USL. Battery fans and USL fans alike won’t want to miss this one. For more content follow us on  ⁠Twitter⁠ ,  ⁠Instagram⁠ ,  ⁠Youtube⁠ , and  ⁠Tiktok⁠ . Direct special inquiries to...

Episode 3 is live! Andrew talks about his trip to the Holy City and appearance at Patriots Point where he ran into some familiar faces, and longtime fan! We recap what was a hard fought game that ended the Battery's unbeaten run against a scrappy Oakland side. Even better, we do this while we have the Louisville x Battery game live on our TV! Click play and enjoy. For more content follow us on...

In this episode of the Holy City SoundOff we recap a MASSIVE win for the Charleston Battery over Birmingham Legion FC! In the process we rank our favorite late winners so far this season. Muse with 300 career saves and a MOTM performance from Augi Williams. A look ahead to an exciting/first time match up against the Oakland Roots! Enjoy! For more content follow us on  ⁠Twitter⁠ ,  ⁠Instagram⁠ ,  ⁠...

In our very first addition of The Holy City SoundOff we recap Charleston's match against the Pittsburg Riverhounds. We discuss Palma's breakout performance, player milestones across the pitch, and an impending vote that could change the league landscape. Enjoy! For more content follow us on ⁠Twitter⁠ , ⁠Instagram⁠ , ⁠Youtube⁠ , and ⁠Tiktok⁠ . Direct special inquiries to ⁠thehowlerspodcast@...