Up the River - A Dallas Trinity FC Podcast

On this special episode of Up the River , we celebrate the incredible career and legacy of Dallas Trinity FC captain Amber Wisner ahead of her final match. From unforgettable moments on the pitch to the impact she’s made on teammates, fans, and the culture of the club, we look back on the journey of one of Trinity’s defining leaders. Hear stories from Amber herself as we honor the passion, leaders...

On this episode of Up The River , we’re joined by Dylan Rafaty —founder, president, and CEO of the North Texas Disability Chamber—to preview Dallas Trinity FC’s upcoming Celebrating Our Abilities match on Saturday, April 4th. Dylan shares his perspective on the importance of inclusion and accessibility in sports, the mission behind the North Texas Disability Chamber, and how events like this match...

On this episode of Up The River , we’re joined by Angela Hucles Mangano , President of Soccer for the Houston Dash , to preview the highly anticipated I-45 Showdown between the Dash and Dallas Trinity FC. Angela brings elite perspective to the rivalry — from building a winning culture in Houston to what this matchup means for soccer in the state of Texas. We dive into roster construction, tactical...

In Episode 6 of Up The River , we sit down with the new leader of Dallas Trinity FC: Head Coach Nathan Thackeray. From his footballing roots and coaching journey to his vision for the Trinity style of play, Thackeray opens up about what drives him, what fans can expect this season, and how he plans to build a winning culture in Dallas. We dive into his tactical philosophy, player development minds...

Episode 5 — Off the Pitch: Inside the Agency Side of Women’s Soccer In this week’s episode of Up The River , we sit down with Spencer Wadsworth, Senior Vice President at Wasserman, to go beyond the pitch and explore the agency side of the women’s game. From player representation and contract negotiations to building brands and unlocking new commercial opportunities, Spencer breaks down how agencie...

In this episode of Up the River, host Savannah Huemoeller and co-founders + sisters Dori Araiza and Jenny Neil are joined by Tor Matthey, DTFC’s creative consultant and visionary stylist. Tor brings a unique design lens to the club, blending her Parsons education and her experience working with fashion powerhouses like Bergdorf Goodman, Net-A-Porter, and Tom Ford. Together, they unpack the creativ...

In this episode of Up the River, host Savannah Huemoeller sits down with Dallas Trinity FC stars Sealey Strawn and Cyera Hintzen to talk all things State Fair Clásico — from the energy of playing at the Cotton Bowl to the culture and excitement of taking on Club América during the State Fair of Texas. Plus, Savannah chats with Charlie and Trip Neil about what this historic match means for the club...

In this episode of Up the River , host Savannah Huemoeller sits down with two trailblazing voices shaping both the future of women’s soccer and the culture of Dallas. First, we welcome Amanda Vandervort , President of the Gainbridge Super League, who shares her vision for the league, the growth of women’s soccer in the U.S., and what it means for Dallas Trinity FC to be part of this new era. Then,...

*VIDEO COMING NEXT EPISODE* In this first-ever episode, host Savannah Huemoeller sits down with DTFC owners Trip and Charlie Neil for an inside look at the club, the vision behind it, and the exciting journey ahead. They’re also joined by head coach Chris Petrucelli for a special segment, where he shares his perspective on building the team, what fans can expect on the pitch, and his passion for g...