The Lights Lounge: The Official Las Vegas Lights FC Podcast

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Looking for a deep dive on Las Vegas Lights FC? Join host Will Martin and an array of guests every week as they analyze and preview matches, discuss the biggest news around the club, and explore each guest's individual story. The official podcast of Las Vegas Lights FC. Buy tickets and learn more at LasVegasLightsFC.com.

  1. 2025 Season in Review with Sporting Director Gian Neglia + Offseason Sneak Peek!

    10/29/2025

    2025 Season in Review with Sporting Director Gian Neglia + Offseason Sneak Peek!

    For our 27th episode of the Lights Lounge, our guest is Sporting Director Gianleonardo Neglia. Gian and Will discuss the 2025 season on the field, which ended in disappointing fashion. They dive into an honest and transparent discussion on the lessons learned from this year's roster build, the head coaching change from Antonio Nocerino to Devin Rensing, and the unpredictable injuries that affected key players. However, they also turn the page and chat about the positives that this season brought and how they serve as potential building blocks for 2026. Make sure to subscribe to not miss out on any new episodes! Follow us on all other social media platforms as @LVLightsFC.

    49 min
  2. A Journey through the English Football Pyramid with Vaughn Covil. Plus: Final Two Games of 2025!

    10/17/2025

    A Journey through the English Football Pyramid with Vaughn Covil. Plus: Final Two Games of 2025!

    For our 26th episode of the Lights Lounge, our guest is forward Vaughn Covil. Vaughn and Will discuss the young forward's winding journey from America to England and back again. The San Diego-born forward spent the first eight years of his life Stateside before moving to England with his English father, where he caught the eye of the Southampton Premier League academy. From there, his career included stops all across the English football pyramid, including a formative stop in the 8th tier on non-league football before a return to the bright lights of the second tier Championship with Hull City. Eventually, his journey brought the 22-year-old back to the U.S. with Las Vegas Lights FC. Make sure to subscribe to not miss out on any new episodes! Follow us on all other social media platforms as @LVLightsFC.

    1h 19m
  3. Persevering Through Injury and Adversity with Rory O'Driscoll

    09/25/2025

    Persevering Through Injury and Adversity with Rory O'Driscoll

    For our 24th episode of the Lights Lounge, our guest is midfielder Rory O'Driscoll. Rory and Will chat about his journey from the snow of Minneapolis and New Hampshire to the desert heat of Las Vegas. As they chat about his journey through youth soccer, college soccer, and into pro soccer, Rory breaks down how he has bounced back from various injuries over the course of his career and how that has shaped his mental strength as a professional soccer player. Make sure to subscribe to not miss out on any new episodes! Follow us on all other social media platforms as @LVLightsFC.

    1h 27m
  4. El orgullo de ser dominicano, con Edison Azcona (EN ESPAÑOL)

    09/18/2025

    El orgullo de ser dominicano, con Edison Azcona (EN ESPAÑOL)

    En este episodio nos acompaña Edison Azcona, volante de Las Vegas Lights FC y la selección de República Dominicana.Charlamos sobre su exitoso paso por las selecciones menores de RD, cómo se siente entrenar y convivir con Lionel Messi, el honor de representar a Quisqueya internacionalmente en JJOO y Copa Oro, y sus sueños y aspiraciones viendo hacia el futuro.No olvides suscribirte para estar al tanto de nuestros nuevos episodios. Siguenos como @lvlightsfc en todas las redes sociales!

    40 min
  5. The Journey to Becoming an MLS Cult Hero with Tommy McNamara

    09/11/2025

    The Journey to Becoming an MLS Cult Hero with Tommy McNamara

    For our 22nd episode of the Lights Lounge, our guest is midfielder - and new captain - Tommy McNamara. Tommy and Will chat about his long career in MLS, where he became a cult hero at New York City FC and the New England Revolution for his long hair and propensity for clutch long-range goals. They take it all the way back to his roots in New York/New Jersey and his college soccer at Brown and Clemson, and they break down what's made Tommy such an effective pro. The team's new captain also analyzes what the team has done well under Devin Rensing and what they still need to improve as the playoff hunt intensifies.Make sure to subscribe to not miss out on any new episodes! Follow us on all other social media platforms as @LVLightsFC.

    1h 27m
  6. The First Austinite to Score for Austin FC + Playoff Hunt Analysis with McKinze Gaines

    09/04/2025

    The First Austinite to Score for Austin FC + Playoff Hunt Analysis with McKinze Gaines

    For our 21st episode of the Lights Lounge, our guest is forward McKinze Gaines. McKinze and Will chat about his first start for the Lights vs Lexington SC, his journey from the suburbs of Austin, Texas to Germany, the thrill of being the first Austinite to score for Austin FC, and his fond memories of his time at Charlotte FC. Make sure to subscribe to not miss out on any new episodes! Follow us on all other social media platforms as @LVLightsFC.

    1h 14m
  7. Coleman Gannon Finds Balance (and Happiness) as a Pro Athlete + Playoff Hunt Analysis!

    08/29/2025

    Coleman Gannon Finds Balance (and Happiness) as a Pro Athlete + Playoff Hunt Analysis!

    For our 20th episode of The Lights Lounge, our guest is attacker Coleman Gannon.Will and Coleman kick back and chat for over two hours (new podcast record!). They talk about his goal against NCFC and his return from a prolonged injury spell on the sidelines early this season, before jumping into a wide-ranging discussion on Coleman's journey from Atlanta to Columbus to Vegas (with a fascinating stop in Italy). Stick around for some of the best stories told on the pod so far!Make sure to subscribe to not miss out on any new episodes! Follow us on all other social media platforms as @LVLightsFC.

    2h 2m
  8. From the Deep South to the Vegas Lights, with Nighte Pickering

    08/21/2025

    From the Deep South to the Vegas Lights, with Nighte Pickering

    For our 19th episode of The Lights Lounge, our guest is young forward Nighte Pickering. Will and Nighte break down some of his best goals, including his most recent tally in last Saturday's 2-2 draw at New Mexico United, and talk about what the team needs to do to keep fighting for the playoff spots with 10 matches remaining. Plus, they chat about how Nighte's journey has taken him from the Deep South, through the FC Dallas Academy, and into the pro game with Memphis 901 FC and Las Vegas Lights FC. Make sure to subscribe to not miss out on any new episodes! Follow us on all other social media platforms as @LVLightsFC.

    55 min
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Looking for a deep dive on Las Vegas Lights FC? Join host Will Martin and an array of guests every week as they analyze and preview matches, discuss the biggest news around the club, and explore each guest's individual story. The official podcast of Las Vegas Lights FC. Buy tickets and learn more at LasVegasLightsFC.com.

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