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#43

CFC guide to: Supporters Groups - Relentless Ladies

Community and Support Series - Get to know 1 of the 6 official Supporters Groups (SGs) that make up the heart and soul of La Forteleza in the north end of the stadium. Casual FC hosts Mario and Angela, interview the Relentless Ladies, a supporter group for Angel City FC, composed of Ben, Bethany and Imelda. The discussion covers the formation of the group and its family-friendly values, with the guests sharing their past experiences with soccer & how they became Angel City FC fans. They detail how their children are excited about games and their interactions with players. The episode also includes a passionate discussion about representation in sports and how Angel City FC's community-focused stance impacts the supporters. 00:33 Introduction and Casual Banter 00:57 Introducing the Special Guests 00:51 The Struggles of Late Night Recording 00:59 Meet the Supporters Group: Relentless Ladies 02:02 The Story of Big Ang and Lil Ange 04:22 The Journey to Soccer and Angel City FC 07:45 The Birth of Relentless Ladies 11:20 The Impact of Representation in Sports 18:41 The Love for Coaching and Soccer 23:27 Getting to Know Relentless Ladies 25:07 Introduction to Soccer and Family Involvement 25:10 The Role of Families in Soccer Games 25:32 The Journey to Embrace Soccer 25:40 The Unique Experience of Relentless Ladies 26:43 The Impact of Soccer on Family Dynamics 28:43 The Importance of Family-Friendly Environments 30:00 The Influence of Soccer on Childhood 30:37 The Power of Women in Soccer 32:55 The Role of Community in Soccer 34:22 The Challenges and Triumphs of Supporting a Team 35:30 The Impact of Soccer on Personal and Family Life 36:42 The Future of Soccer and Community Involvement 38:52 The Role of Supporters in Soccer 42:17 The Power of Community in Soccer 45:10 The Impact of Soccer on Personal and Family Life 48:56 The Future of Soccer and Community Involvement 51:16 The Role of Supporters in Soccer 53:36 The Power of Community in Soccer 55:51 Conclusion: The Future of Soccer and Community Involvement
#41

CFC guide to: Supporters Groups - AC Valkyries

Community and Support Series - Get to know 1 of the 6 official Supporters Groups (SGs) that make up the heart and soul of La Forteleza in the north end of the stadium. In this episode of the Casual FC podcast, hosts Mario Salazar and Angela Morales interview Heather Borjon, the president of the Angel City Valkyries Supporter Group. Heather shares her journey and connection with soccer, highlighting how she met her husband at a U.S Women's National Team game. She also discusses the formation of Valkyrie, its unique supporter culture and its impact on Angel City FC. Heather shares her exciting experiences as a capo during the games, her favorite memories including the first home opener at BMO. They discuss anticipated games, the importance of fan support, and the collective energy they bring to every game. 00:33 Introduction and Welcoming the Guest 01:33 Getting to Know the Guest: Heather from Angel City Valkaries 03:08 Heather's Journey into Soccer 07:45 The Role of Supporters in Soccer Culture 09:04 The Formation of Angel City Valkaries 15:19 Heather's Favorite Soccer Memories 18:42 Experiencing the Game from the Capo Stand 19:36 Emotional Connection to Women's Sports 19:56 The First Challenge Game in Fullerton 21:09 The Power of the Supporters 22:22 The Impact of the First NWSL Game 23:24 The Thrill of the NWSL Final Game 25:36 The Unforgettable Game Against Portland 28:34 The Unique Experience of Being a Capo 32:18 Looking Forward to the Upcoming Season 35:07 Wrapping Up the Conversation
#46

CFC guide to: Supporters Groups - PodeRosas

Community and Support Series - Get to know 1 of the 6 official Supporters Groups (SGs) that make up the heart and soul of La Forteleza in the north end of the stadium. Hosts Mario Salazar and Angela Morales engage in an insightful conversation with Emily and Myte from PodeRosas, a supporters group for Angel City FC. They discuss their personal stories, experiences in the sports world, and how they got involved with PodeRosas. The conversation centers on building a family-friendly, queer-friendly, women-centered community within the football fandom, rooted in social justice and activism. They discuss the group's formation, activities, mission, and their plans and expectations for the upcoming season. The podcast recognizes the crucial role of supporters groups as a vibrant, collective voice and community in soccer. Follow PodeRosas on Instagram - @poderosas_acfc Follow PodeRosas FC Radio on Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/poderosas-fc-radio/id1696472897 00:33 Introduction and Welcoming the Hosts 00:53 Getting to Know the Supporters Group: PodeRosas 01:47 Personal Stories: How Emily and Myte Got Involved in Soccer 03:28 The Birth of PodeRosas: A Women-Centered Supporters Group 14:21 The Journey of Joining PodeRosas 17:28 The Importance of Community in PodeRosas 19:43 The Challenges and Rewards of Running a Supporter Group 20:07 The Significance of the Capitalized 'R' 21:03 Memorable Moments with Angel City 21:49 Experiencing the World Cup 22:26 The Joy of Away Games 27:14 Finding Your Supporter Group 29:01 Engaging with the Community 33:15 Looking Forward to the 2024 Season 35:40 Wrapping Up and How to Support the Podcast
#45

CFC guide to: Supporters Groups - AC Pandemonium

Community and Support Series - Get to know 1 of the 6 official Supporters Groups (SGs) that make up the heart and soul of La Forteleza in the north end of the stadium. Hosts Mario Salazar and Angela Morales of Casual FC are joined by guests Shayla and Kris from the Supporters Group, AC Pandemonium. They discuss their early introduction and collective love for soccer, their experiences watching women's soccer, and the formation and ethos of AC Pandemonium. The group values radical inclusion and aims to foster a vibrant supporter culture. Their favorite ACFC memories, various game experiences, and encouragement for others to join the community are also shared. 00:31 Introduction and Welcoming Guests 01:11 Getting to Know the Guests: Shayla and Kris 02:38 The Age Gap and Its Impact 04:17 The Evolution of the Supporter Group 07:08 The Importance of Community in Sports 10:02 The Journey to Soccer and the Formation of Pandemonium 20:49 The Role of Pandemonium in the Soccer Community 31:21 The Art of Succinct Communication 32:29 The Struggles of Non-Native English Speakers 33:29 Teaching English in Asia: A Personal Perspective 34:13 The Power of Podcasts 34:25 Memories of Soccer and Sports 35:53 The Impact of Women's Soccer 44:10 The Turning Point in Angel City's History 46:15 The Joy of Winning and the Pain of Losing 49:37 The Role of Supporters in Soccer Culture 51:00 The Future of Angel City and Women's Soccer
#39

CFC Presents - Interview with Elizabeth Emery

Engage in robust discussions with hosts Angela Morales and Mario Salazar of Casual FC, and their special guest Elizabeth Emery, the host of Hear Her Sports podcast. Explore the importance of representation in sports, the unique advantages of being female athletes, fans and personal experiences of limited exposure to various sports. Discussion also touches the potential of a pro women's team in Cleveland, given the impact of Angel City's fan base in LA. Simultaneously, delve into the mentality of a 'forever athlete' transitioning out of a competitive sports environment, focusing on maintaining athleticism while reducing competition and finding joy in movement and participation. These dialogues evoke admiration for athletes' hard work and strategies and nurture hope for increased exposure of women's sports. 00:33 Introduction and Casual FC Preview 00:38 Guest Introduction: Elizabeth Emery, Host of Hear Her Sports Podcast 01:32 Discussing the Importance of Women's Sports Podcasts 02:46 The Diversity and Range of Women's Sports 09:12 The Importance of Representation in Sports 16:32 Elizabeth's Journey as a Pro Cyclist 21:47 The Impact of Women's Sports on Communities 28:31 The Role of Supporters Groups in Women's Sports 39:05 The Importance of Expanding Women's Sports 39:36 The Growth of Women's Sports Watch Parties 40:35 Challenges and Solutions in Broadcasting Women's Sports 41:42 The Impact of Increasing Accessibility to Women's Sports 42:25 The Evolution of Women's Sports Bars 42:49 The Struggle of Balancing Sports and Life 43:30 The Power of Community in Women's Sports 45:36 The Future of Women's Sports Broadcasting 46:02 The Dream of a Women's Sports Network 51:11 The Influence of Sports on Personal and Professional Life 54:18 The Role of Sports in Personal Development 01:01:37 The Impact of Sports on Career Success 01:03:29 The Power of Passion in Sports 01:06:44 The Importance of Representation in Sports 01:09:08 The Role of Sports in Building Resilience 01:10:57 The Power of Sports in Building Community
#38

CFC guide to: NWSL Draft Recap - Meet the newest recruits

This Angel City-focused episode recaps draft selections. Hosts Mario Salazar and Angela Morales discuss the ins and outs of the draft and share their experiences at the event, reflecting on Angel City's picks: Felicia Knox, Jessica Garziano, and Madison Curry. They touch on the uncertainty surrounding the draftees' contracts due to squad size limitations and recent key signings like Rocky Rodriguez and Messiah Bright. The episode concludes with a peek into what's in store for Casual FC, hinting at more interviews, Olympic coverage, potential merchandise, and player-focused episodes, alongside regular match previews. 00:00 Introduction and Casual FC Update 01:27 The NWSL Draft Experience 01:53 Anaheim Adventures and Draft Day Stories 03:30 Post-Draft Reflections and Fan Interactions 07:58 Draft Day Surprises and Team Reactions 10:14 Getting to Know the New Draft Picks 20:49 Looking Forward: Spring Training and Roster Decisions 36:03 Team Roster Breakdown 36:03 Speculations on Player Signings 36:03 Database Check and Corrections 36:03 Player Count and Future Prospects 36:03 Challenges for Draftees 36:03 Cutthroat Nature of Women's Sports 36:03 Importance of Practice Squads 36:03 Current Team Status and Draftee Reality 36:07 Podcast Recording Challenges 37:08 Updated Team Breakdown 02:09 Speculations on Player Positions 43:22 Roster Limitations and Potential Solutions 58:46 Upcoming Podcast Plans 01:02:31 Thank You Note and Future Expectations
#37

CFC guide to: Soccer Terms 103

Hosts Angela Morales and Mario Salazar of Casual FC welcome special guests, Nina and Amanda, from Angel City Chicks podcast for the Soccer Terms 103 episode. Nina describes various soccer positions and their numbers, the role, and tactics associated with each. Hear about the numbering system in a soccer lineup, from number one, the goalkeeper, to number nine, the attacking center midfielder. The teams then delve deeper into Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology, its pros, cons, and impact on the game. The show concludes with sharing a few quirky likes about the game and plenty of laughs. 00:33 Introduction and Welcoming Guests 00:36 Purpose of the Podcast and Introduction to Soccer Terms 02:47 Understanding Soccer Positions and Their Numbers 07:33 Deep Dive into Soccer Tactics and Formations 11:12 Exploring the Role of Specific Players in Soccer 13:49 Introduction to VAR (Virtual Assistant Referee) 18:13 Understanding the Referee's Role and Decision-Making Process 21:01 Introduction to the Video Transcript 21:04 Discussing the Idea of Writing in a Book 21:37 The Concept of Pre-Printed Emojis 21:52 Talking About the Role of Referees in a Game 22:05 Understanding the VAR (Video Assistant Referee) System 23:47 The Impact of VAR on the Game's Momentum 24:32 The Process of VAR Review 26:14 The Role of the Referee in VAR Review 30:26 The Impact of VAR on the Stadium Experience 32:31 Opinions on the Use of VAR 37:19 The Attraction of Soccer Players Wearing Gloves 40:54 Closing Remarks and Future Collaborations
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