Puro SAFC

Clayton 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.

Clayton 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...

Clayton 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.

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.

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.

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!

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?

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!

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.

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!

Clayton 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?

On 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!

Live 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!

Clayton 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!

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!

Clayton 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!

Shaddock 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!

Shaddock 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!

Clayton 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, fre...

Clayton 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!

Clayton 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!

Clayton 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!

What 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!

After 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!

Clayton 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!