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BANGARANG SOCCER COMMUNITY Tells Soccer Stories A Mile In The Sky & Straight On 'Til Morning. Our Denver, Colorado based team hosts three mainline soccer shows, serves as a local culture and creator incubator, and holds free-to-play soccer pickups throughout the Mile High City. MAINLINE SOCCER SHOWS: PIDCAST: All things Colorado Rapids and MLS Hosted by: Sara Fitouri, Austin Mais, Matthew Wick Socials: @PIDCAST SUMMIT UP: All things Denver Summit FC and NWSL Hosted by: Hallie Guardo, Kayli Long, Matthew Wick Socials: @SummitUpShow INTERROBANG‽: Soccer conversations from the 5280' and beyond. Hosted by: Rotating BANGARANG Hosts and Guests Minisodes: R2P2: All things Colorado Rapids 2 and MLS Next Pro Hosted by: Keith Richards, Matthew Wick Fantasy Fitouri: All things MLS Fantasy Games [Kickbase, Sofascore] Hosted by: Sara Fitouri Find us @BANGARANGSC on Instagram

  1. SUMMIT UP | Utah Royals Recap + Racing Louisville Preview

    1d ago

    SUMMIT UP | Utah Royals Recap + Racing Louisville Preview

    The episode covers a range of topics including a match recap for Denver Summit at Utah Royals, Athlete Ally Tally fundraiser, Centennial Stadium construction delays, return of Lindsay Heaps and Sophia Wilson, captain's armband handoff to Lindsay Heaps, international duty updates, national team call-ups, NWSL and CVS Assist of the Week, and an upcoming match preview between Racing Louisville and Denver Summit FC. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Summit Up and NWSL Landscape 01:28 KKAAT Fundraiser and Player Contributions 03:20 Centennial Stadium Construction Updates 04:39 Captaincy Changes and Player Updates 08:24 Match Recap: Summit FC vs. Utah Royals 14:24 Preview: Upcoming Match Against Racing Louisville

    27 min
  2. PIDCAST | Or The Rapids Ball Out [S26E11]

    May 20

    PIDCAST | Or The Rapids Ball Out [S26E11]

    The podcast episode covers a range of topics including the Rapids' performance in the league, the outcome of the Rocky Mountain Cup against Real Salt Lake, upcoming U.S. Open Cup quarterfinals, key matchups in the MLS, and the contrast between cup performance and league performance. The hosts also discuss financial insights related to the Premier League champions and share updates on pride night at Dick's Sporting Goods Park and the Unified Team's performance. The episode concludes with a preview of the U.S. Open Cup quarterfinals against the San Jose Earthquake and insights into the Rapids' head-to-head matchup with FC Dallas before the World Cup Break. The conversation delves into the performance and expectations of the Rapids, highlighting the team's current standing and the challenges they face. It also emphasizes the prioritization of the Open Cup and its potential impact on the team's strategy and performance. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Updates06:00 MLS Teams and Coaching Changes11:08 Premier League Champions and Financial Insights38:12 Rapids' Performance and Expectations59:27 Open Cup Prioritization

    1 hr
  3. SUMMIT UP | Orlando Pride Recap + Utah Royals Preview [S26E08]

    May 20

    SUMMIT UP | Orlando Pride Recap + Utah Royals Preview [S26E08]

    Denver Summit FC is officially on a roll. In this episode of Summit Up, Kali and Matt break down Denver Summit’s historic 3-1 victory over the Orlando Pride! The club’s first ever home win and first back-to-back wins in franchise history. From a sold-out Pride Night crowd at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park to Janine Sonis delivering her second straight brace, this episode captures the electric energy surrounding Summit FC right now. The hosts dive into Eva Gaetano’s first professional goal, Denver’s first-ever penalty kick converted by captain Janine Sonis, and the continued dominance of players like Yazmen Ryan, Ayo Oke, Tash Flint, and Abby Smith. They discuss how Summit controlled long stretches against the reigning NWSL champions, why the team no longer looks like an “expansion club,” and how Nick Cushing’s squad is quickly becoming one of the league’s most dangerous attacking teams. Kali and Matt also react to Orlando’s frustration boiling over with Angelina’s red card, Barbara Banda’s inevitable goal-scoring threat, and Denver’s immediate response that sealed the match moments later. Plus, the episode features stories from Pride Night, the incredible atmosphere around the club, and appearances from soccer icons Tobin Heath and Christen Press during their visit to Denver. Beyond the match recap, the hosts preview Denver Summit FC’s upcoming rivalry showdown against the Utah Royals in the newly named Continental Divide Cup Derby. They break down key players to watch, Golden Boot standings, score predictions, and why this matchup could become one of the NWSL’s best emerging rivalries. If you love NWSL coverage, women’s soccer analysis, Denver sports culture, supporter energy, tactical breakdowns, and chaotic late-night podcast vibes, this episode is for you. Topics include: Denver Summit FC vs Orlando Pride recap, Janine Sonis brace, Eva Gaetano first goal, Yazmeen Ryan analysis, Abby Smith performances, Tobin Heath and Christen Press in Denver, Utah Royals preview, Pride Night, NWSL rivalry matches, and Denver Summit FC fan culture.

    59 min
  4. PIDCAST | True Grit [S26E10]

    May 16

    PIDCAST | True Grit [S26E10]

    This PIDCAST episode covers a range of topics, including the introduction to the podcast, Lucas Herrington's All-Star candidacy, the Rapids Academy Class of 2026 graduates, and the recent games and St. Louis match. The episode also highlights the MLS player salaries, the upcoming Pride Fest match, and Denver Summit FC's epic Pride match. Additionally, the conversation delves into the professional debut of Kamal Sawadogo and Sebastian Siegler, aerial dominance, and the anti-vaxxer singles mixer incident. The conversation covers various topics including jersey design and color, the Rapids vs. Loons game, a character-building game, the World Cup and colonialism, Champions Cup matches, and a preview of the Rocky Mountain Cup game. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to PID Cast and Anti-Vaxxer Singles Mixer06:16 Rapids Academy Class of 2026 Graduates29:33 Denver Summit FC's Epic Pride Match39:23 Jersey Design and Color44:31 Character-Building Game51:45 World Cup and Colonialism01:00:22 Rocky Mountain Cup Game Preview

    1h 4m
  5. SUMMIT UP | Houston Dash Recap + Orlando Pride Preview [S26E07]

    May 16

    SUMMIT UP | Houston Dash Recap + Orlando Pride Preview [S26E07]

    Denver Summit FC earned their biggest statement win yet, and Summit Up is breaking it all down. In this episode, Kali and Matt recap Denver Summit’s dominant 4-1 road victory over the Houston Dash, highlighting Janine Sonis’ historic brace in her 100th NWSL appearance, Yazmeen Ryan’s emotional return to Houston with two assists, and a complete 90-minute performance from Summit FC after recent frustrations. The hosts discuss key tactical adjustments from head coach Nick Cushing, standout performances from Tash Flint, Delanie Sheehan, Ayo Oke, and Abby Smith, and why this match felt like a turning point for the club. They also react to postgame press conference comments from Cushing, Sonis, and Ryan while diving into advanced stats, passing patterns, and the chemistry that finally clicked for Denver. The episode previews Denver Summit FC’s upcoming Pride Night showdown against the Orlando Pride, including score predictions, Barbara Banda concerns, and why the vibes around Denver Summit FC feel stronger than ever.

    38 min
  6. SUMMIT UP | Boston Legacy Recap + Houston Dash Preview [S26E06]

    May 16

    SUMMIT UP | Boston Legacy Recap + Houston Dash Preview [S26E06]

    Denver Summit FC suffered a heartbreaking 3-2 loss to fellow expansion side Boston Legacy, and Hallie and Matt break down everything that went wrong in this week’s episode of Summit Up. From late-game defensive collapses to midfield struggles and tactical questions surrounding Nick Cushing’s lineup decisions, the hosts dive into what the result means for Summit FC moving forward in the NWSL season. The episode highlights standout moments from Yasmin Ryan, Tash Flint, Abby Smith, Ava Gaetano, and Carson Pickett while exploring why Denver continues to struggle closing out matches. Hallie and Matt also discuss Boston’s aggressive attack, Summit’s lack of possession control, and the emotional reactions from players and coaches after another painful loss. Off the field, the show spotlights Kaleigh Kurtz’s Pride Month partnership with Athlete Ally, Denver Summit FC’s upcoming Pride Night against Orlando Pride, and exciting progress on the club’s future stadium and training facility in Centennial. Plus, the hosts preview Denver’s upcoming road match against the Houston Dash with score predictions, revenge-game storylines, and key players to watch. If you love NWSL soccer, Denver women’s sports, expansion team drama, and in-depth analysis of Denver Summit FC, this episode has everything you need to stay connected to the growing soccer culture at 5280.

    31 min
  7. R2P2 | Use The Force, Luke [S26E04]

    May 9

    R2P2 | Use The Force, Luke [S26E04]

    The conversation covers topics related to youth development in soccer, including the call-up of youth players to the U14 Boys National Team, the signing of Darren Yapi's U-22 contract, college commitment season, financial aspects of youth soccer, private equity in MLS Next Pro, player performances in R2 matches, and predictions for the upcoming match. It also explores the impact of red cards and player substitutions in R2 matches, as well as the development and pathways for young players in the sport. Chapters 00:00 Technical Difficulties and Star Wars References05:24 College Commitment Season and Pathways for Young Players11:23 R2 Match Performances and Referee Decisions17:29 Effect of Red Card and Player Substitutions in R2 Matches22:36 Individual Player Performances and Predictions for Upcoming Match

    40 min
  8. PIDCAST | Yapi Era [S26E09]

    May 6

    PIDCAST | Yapi Era [S26E09]

    Sara and Matt are back to recap a busy end-of-April slate that saw the Colorado Rapids face off against Lionel Messi & Inter Miami CF in the 2nd largest attended MLS match ever, away games against Vancouver Whitecaps & Houston Dynamo, and recount that epic Lamar Hunt US Open Cup match against the Colorado Springs Switchbacks. Takeaways Remembering the impact of dedicated supporters like Ryan SabinThe Rapids' mid-season slump and the need to improve depth for playoff aspirations Playoff positioning is crucial for the RapidsOpen Cup games and unexpected matchups add excitement to the leagueThe future of the Vancouver Whitecaps is uncertainThe match preview against St. Louis is anticipatedInternational Workers Day and union support are important Chapters 00:00 Remembering Ryan Sabin06:26 Houston Recap and Open Cup Journey11:53 Recap of Miami and LAFC Games21:20 Vancouver Whitecaps Match and Season Analysis31:43 Mid-Season Slump and Playoff Aspirations41:48 Save the Caps: Vancouver Whitecaps' Future49:44 Match Preview: Rapids vs. St. Louis59:24 International Workers Day and Union Shoutout Note: Intro Audio from Matt Wells post-game press conference, 05/02/2026. Thanks to Matt Pollard & Burgundy Wave for the second half audio.

    1h 8m
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BANGARANG SOCCER COMMUNITY Tells Soccer Stories A Mile In The Sky & Straight On 'Til Morning. Our Denver, Colorado based team hosts three mainline soccer shows, serves as a local culture and creator incubator, and holds free-to-play soccer pickups throughout the Mile High City. MAINLINE SOCCER SHOWS: PIDCAST: All things Colorado Rapids and MLS Hosted by: Sara Fitouri, Austin Mais, Matthew Wick Socials: @PIDCAST SUMMIT UP: All things Denver Summit FC and NWSL Hosted by: Hallie Guardo, Kayli Long, Matthew Wick Socials: @SummitUpShow INTERROBANG‽: Soccer conversations from the 5280' and beyond. Hosted by: Rotating BANGARANG Hosts and Guests Minisodes: R2P2: All things Colorado Rapids 2 and MLS Next Pro Hosted by: Keith Richards, Matthew Wick Fantasy Fitouri: All things MLS Fantasy Games [Kickbase, Sofascore] Hosted by: Sara Fitouri Find us @BANGARANGSC on Instagram

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    Bangarang Soccer Community
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    65
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