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Nicholas Murray

@njemurray.bsky.social

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Sr. Director of Editorial, USL. Cambridge United fan. Fancies himself a writer. Don't mind me.

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Nicholas Murray @njemurray.bsky.social · Dec 24

This was incredibly kind of Matt - @usltactics.com is much smarter than a yutz like me - so with much trepidation I've attempted to put together a starter pack of folks you can follow around the #USL ecosystem.

Let me know if you'd like to be added?

go.bsky.app/KQY4fzT

Matthew Doyle @mattdoyle.bsky.social · Dec 22

I think @benwright.bsky.social has a local MLS coverage starter pack? I don’t want to just start listing folks b/c I’m afraid to leave someone out.

For USL, start with @njemurray.bsky.social & @usltactics.com and go in whatever direction they point you.

Diakena @diakena.bsky.social · Dec 22

Do you have a good 'list' of the local people you follow for specific clubs/regions? I follow Greder and Marthaler for the Loons, but it's easy for substacks/blogs to slip under the radar, especially for USL stuff, which I'm just getting into. An archive of peeps of some sort would be helpful.

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Nicholas Murray @njemurray.bsky.social · 11h

@tampabayrowdies.bsky.social's Woobens Pacius makes his debut for Haiti as a late substitute against Honduras in #WCQ.

Les Grenadiers have had a tough go of it tonight, trailing 3-0 to drop behind the hosts in Group C.

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Jonathan Tannenwald @jtannenwald.bsky.social · 13h

"He’s a very energetic and happy guy that is contagious good energy," Mauricio Pochettino says of Cristian Roldan.

The midfielder is suddenly a #USMNT fixture again after two years, yet it feels like he never left.

Can he hustle his way to another World Cup squad?

www.inquirer.com/soccer/crist...

Cristian Roldan is back with the USMNT, and it feels like he never left

After over two years without a callup, the veteran midfielder has fit perfectly into the Americans’ new tactical setup. He's also showing manager Mauricio Pochettino how valuable he is off the field.

www.inquirer.com

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Nicholas Murray @njemurray.bsky.social · 14h

How about a debut goal for 17-year-old Viggo Ortiz to cap the Charleston Battery's victory against the Switchbacks?

The #ElTriEng youth international roofs home a finish after Christian Herrera makes two good initial saves. #USL-C

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Nicholas Murray @njemurray.bsky.social · 15h

It should be noted that @switchbacksfc.bsky.social are missing two potential starters on their back line - Duke Lacroix and Garven Metusala - who are on international duty with Haiti.

At the same time, you should be expecting better from the back four that's out there. #USL-C

Nicholas Murray @njemurray.bsky.social · 15h

From what I've gathered, he does not like baseball generally, which is why he's on FOX's broadcasts.

Nicholas Murray @njemurray.bsky.social · 15h

Really unfortunate slip in the @switchbacksfc.bsky.social defense gives Cal Jennings and MD Myers a two-on-one break that Myers puts away for the Battery's second.

#USL-C

Nicholas Murray @njemurray.bsky.social · 15h

Aaron Molloy, check the technique.

First effort is blocked, second effort is perfectly struck on the half-volley. #USL-C

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John Morrissey @usltactics.com · 16h

MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL

Nicholas Murray @njemurray.bsky.social · 16h

#USL-C Look Book - Monday, Oct. 13

Charleston Battery vs. @switchbacksfc.bsky.social, 5 p.m. ET

Stream live and free on @golazoamerica.bsky.social -> www.cbssports.com/watch/cbs-sp...

Charleston Battery vs. Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC Uniform Matchup at Patriots Point on CBS Sports Golazo Network.

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It’s Joncacaf @jonarnoldfc.bsky.social · 16h

🇸🇷 Suriname had a rich soccer history cut short by tragedy & turmoil.

Now, Dutch-Surinamese players are looking to carry on the legacy of the players that came before them - becoming local heroes in the process.

My piece from Paramaribo for @espn.com: www.espn.com/soccer/story...

Dutch-born players are making Suriname's World Cup dreams a reality

Thanks to a recent change in FIFA rules, Suriname is drawing on its Dutch lineage to fuel a fight for a place in the 2026 World Cup.

www.espn.com

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Nicholas Murray @njemurray.bsky.social · 16h

Tremendous band. Glad it was a great show.

Nicholas Murray @njemurray.bsky.social · 16h

Full laundry service at the stadium.

Nicholas Murray @njemurray.bsky.social · 16h

#USL-C Look Book - Monday, Oct. 13

Charleston Battery vs. @switchbacksfc.bsky.social, 5 p.m. ET

Stream live and free on @golazoamerica.bsky.social -> www.cbssports.com/watch/cbs-sp...

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Catalina @catabush.com · 17h

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Nicholas Murray @njemurray.bsky.social · 17h

Did you miss any of the goals in the #GainbridgeSuperLeague over the past seven days?

Watch all of them in one place on the #USL YouTube channel.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=B7rX...

USL Gainbridge Super League All Goals of Week 8

YouTube video by USL on YouTube

www.youtube.com

Nicholas Murray @njemurray.bsky.social · 17h

This happened in 2022 in the #USL-C.

Milan Iloski won the Golden Boot with 22 goals and Orange County finished last in the Western Conference, six points adrift of its closest rival.

Iloski accounted for 44.9 percent of OCSC's goals that season.

Kaylor Hodges - Hammering Down @kaylorhodges.bsky.social · 17h

Something I don’t think is being talked about enough is how Obregon is probably going to win League One Golden Boot, yet Westchester is going to finish either 13th or 14th out of 14.

Easily the funniest thing I’ve witnessed in The Biggest League in the World™️

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American Soccer Analysis @americansocceranalysis.com · 18h

USLC Goals Added (g+) and xG Leaders ⬇️
(as of: 2025-10-13)

🤖⚽️ | #uslc

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American Soccer Analysis @americansocceranalysis.com · 18h

USL1 Goals Added (g+) and xG Leaders ⬇️
(as of: 2025-10-13)

🤖⚽️ | #usl1

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Nicholas Murray @njemurray.bsky.social · 18h

#DotTheMap - Port St. Lucie, Fla.

Port St. Lucie SC - led by co-founders Gustavo Suárez, Paulo Suárez, and Agostina Galimberti - is aiming for a 2027 kickoff in #USL-1.

(Did I do that correctly, @davisjason.bsky.social?)

www.uslleagueone.com/news_article...

United Soccer League Bringing Professional Soccer to Florida’s Treasure Coast

Port St. Lucie Sports Club will field professional men’s and women’s soccer teams at a new stadium located within the Walton & One mixed-use development

www.uslleagueone.com

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Tampa Bay Sun FC @tampabaysunfc.bsky.social · 18h

Respect the past. Celebrate the culture. Carry forward the values.

Today, we honor and celebrate the resilience, culture, and contributions of Indigenous peoples everywhere☀️

#IndigenousPeoplesDay

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Nicholas Murray @njemurray.bsky.social · 19h

As a reminder, the rescheduled contest between the Charleston Battery and @switchbacksfc.bsky.social can be seen on @golazoamerica.bsky.social today at 5 p.m. ET.

Here's your full overview - with links - in the #USL-C and #USL-1 Viewer's Guide for Week 33.

www.uslchampionship.com/news_article...

How to watch the USL Championship, USL League One in Week 33 | USL Viewing Guide

Here’s your weekly guide on where to tune in for action on CBS Sports Network, CBS Sports Golazo Network, ESPN+ and local channels

www.uslchampionship.com

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Fort Wayne Football Club @fortwaynefc.bsky.social · 19h

10.23.25

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It’s Joncacaf @jonarnoldfc.bsky.social · 21h

Many people are asking.

Thanks for the invite to break down Concacaf WCQ, @golazoamerica.bsky.social!

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Charles Boehm ⚽️ @cboehm.bsky.social · 23h

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Nicholas Murray @njemurray.bsky.social · 22h

What happened in #USL-1 on Sunday?

Juan Carlos Obregon Jr. scored his league-leading 15th goal of the season to lead Westchester SC to a 2-0 win against FC Naples, earning WSC its second win in the past four games.

Full Highlights -> www.youtube.com/watch?v=ON-t...

Nicholas Murray @njemurray.bsky.social · 22h

What happened in the #GainbridgeSuperLeague on Sunday?

Spokane Zephyr FC scored twice in the second half, including this finish by Tori Waldeck, to take a 2-0 victory against Dallas Trinity FC to move to the top of the league standings.

Full Highlights -> www.youtube.com/watch?v=xqxw... #BeHere

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