#UpRising Podcast

Niall Dunn, Phoenix Rising defender - July 31

Sat, 31 Jul 2021 18:51:00 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC defender and Valley native Niall Dunn joins the show to discuss signing a professional contract at 16-years-old, what manager Rick Schantz already has him working on and his career aspirations with both PRFC and the USMNT.

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Jon Bakero, Phoenix Rising midfielder - July 1

Thu, 1 Jul 2021 22:50:49 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC midfielder Jon Bakero joins the show to discuss PRFC's season a third of the way through the 2021 USL Championship campaign, the Phoenix Suns' Western Conference title and a possible EURO 2020 Spain-Italy semifinal bet for charity.

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Brett Johnson, Phoenix Rising owner - June 18

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 22:42:33 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC owner Brett Johnson joins the show to discuss PRFC's 2021 USL Championship campaign, the club's MLS ambitions and the acquisition of English League One side Ipswich Town FC.

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Tate Schmitt, Phoenix Rising defender - June 11

Sat, 12 Jun 2021 01:33:49 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC defender and Valley native Tate Schmitt joins the show to discuss coming to PRFC on loan from MLS' Real Salt Lake, his versatility to play multiple positions and getting to play just a few miles from his alma mater Desert Vista High School.

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Joe Lowery - June 10

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 02:16:38 +0000

Joe Lowery joins the show to discuss all things United States Men's National Team following USMNT's 3-2 AET victory over Mexico to lift the first-ever Concacaf Nation's League Final trophy.

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David Egbo, Phoenix Rising forward - June 4

Fri, 4 Jun 2021 21:17:00 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC forward David Egbo joins the show to discuss his personal goals while on loan at PRFC from MLS' Vancouver Whitecaps FC, where he'll fit in Rick Schantz's system and his journey from Nigeria to the United States to play soccer.

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Jon Bakero, Phoenix Rising midfielder - May 28

Sat, 29 May 2021 00:13:13 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC midfielder and vice-captain Jon Bakero joins the show to discuss the 5-1 win over Las Vegas Lights FC, what to expect from Sacramento Republic FC and playing for LGBTQ+ pride.

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Santi Moar, PRFC forward & Owain Evans, freelance reporter - May 14

Fri, 14 May 2021 19:28:00 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC forward Santi Moar and freelance reporter Owain Evans join the show to discuss PRFC's hot start out of the gates in 2021, the Spanish winger's impressive performances thus far and what to expect against Tampa Bay Rowdies.

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Phoenix Rising midfielder Kevon Lambert & goalkeeper Ben Lundt - May 7

Fri, 7 May 2021 21:38:49 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC midfielder and goalkeeper Ben Lundt join the show to discuss the 4-1 win over San Diego Loyal SC, what to expect from Oakland Roots SC and AS Roma's hire of Jose Mourinho.

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James Musa, Phoenix Rising center back - March 8

Mon, 8 Mar 2021 15:00:00 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC center back James Musa joins the show to discuss his return to the Valley, his experience with MLS side Minnesota United FC last season and which position he will be playing for PRFC in 2021.

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Ivan Gutierrez, Phoenix Rising midfielder - Dec. 8

Tue, 8 Dec 2020 23:29:11 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC midfielder Ivan Gutierrez joins the show to discuss why he chose to join PRFC, how he fits in manager Rick Schantz's system and his youth career with Chivas USA and Guadalajara.

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Joey Calistri, Phoenix Rising wingback - Dec. 7

Mon, 7 Dec 2020 17:40:00 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC wingback Joey Calistri joins the show to discuss re-signing with PRFC and which position he feels most comfortable playing.

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Aodhan Quinn, Phoenix Rising midfielder - Dec. 4

Fri, 4 Dec 2020 21:16:00 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC's newest midfielder Aodhan Quinn joins the show to discuss why he chose to join PRFC, the rivalry with Orange County SC and what type of player fans should expect from the 28-year-old.

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Tobi Adewole, Phoenix Rising center back - Dec. 1

Tue, 1 Dec 2020 22:21:46 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC's newest signee and center back Tobi Adewole joins the show to discuss why he chose to join PRFC, the type of player he is and his Nigerian roots.

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Zac Lubin, Phoenix Rising goalkeeper - Nov. 25

Wed, 25 Nov 2020 23:59:00 +0000

Phoenix Rising goalkeeper Zac Lubin joins the show to discuss returning for his fourth season with the "core four" and how he feels about USL Championship's handling of the end of the 2020 season.

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Joey Farrell, Phoenix Rising center back - Nov. 21

Sat, 21 Nov 2020 19:07:00 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC center back Joey Farrell joins the show to discuss almost becoming a free agent, PRFC's frame of mind following the cancellation of the 2020 USL Championship Final and what's going on with his beloved Philadelphia Eagles.

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Phoenix Rising fullback Darnell King - Oct. 30

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 22:39:18 +0000

Phoenix Rising fullback Darnell King joins the show to discuss PRFC's legs after playing three extra time matches, goalkeeper Zac Lubin's playoff performances and playing against his former team in the USL Championship Final.

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Phoenix Rising midfielder Jose Aguinaga - Oct. 29

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 00:07:36 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC midfielder Jose Aguinaga joins the show to discuss PRFC's preparation the week of the USL Championship Final, the importance of pitch conditions and what to expect from the Tampa Bay Rowdies.

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Phoenix Rising goalkeeper Zac Lubin - Oct. 23

Fri, 23 Oct 2020 20:19:00 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC goalkeeper Zac Lubin joins the show to discuss the return of manager Rick Schantz, PRFC giving up the hosting rights to the USL Championship Final and previewing the Western Conference Final.

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Phoenix Rising center back Joey Farrell - Oct. 16

Fri, 16 Oct 2020 17:54:18 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC center back Joey Farrell joins the show to discuss playing forward for his dad at La Salle, the biggest challenges in his three years with PRFC, getting the captain's armband and a playoff preview of Reno 1868 FC.

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Phoenix Rising forward Santi Moar - Oct. 9

Fri, 9 Oct 2020 17:45:04 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC forward Santi Moar joins the show to discuss what training is like under interim manager Blair Gavin, a playoff preview of Sacramento Republic FC and the challenge of starting in place of Junior Flemmings.

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Phoenix Rising center back Damion Lowe - Sept. 25

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 20:36:05 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC center back Damion Lowe joins the show to discuss his decision to sign for PRFC, his first week in the Valley and what it would mean to him if Jamaica qualified for the World Cup.

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Phoenix Rising FC's Corey Whelan - Sept. 19

Sat, 19 Sep 2020 15:15:09 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC's Corey Whelan joins the show to discuss which position he feels most comfortable playing, getting used to the Arizona heat and PRFC's mentality heading into the playoffs.

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Phoenix Rising midfielder Jordan Schweitzer - Sept. 10

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 21:22:00 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC midfielder Jordan Schweitzer joins the show to discuss playing in front of fans at Casino Arizona Field, transitioning into PRFC's playstyle, and the work both he and the club have done with Phoenix Children's Hospital.

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Phoenix Rising goalkeeper Zac Lubin - Sept. 4

Fri, 4 Sep 2020 17:19:00 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC goalkeeper Zac Lubin joins the show to discuss the club's home vs. away record, playoff positioning in USL Championship Group B, and the racial and social injustices ongoing in the U.S.

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Phoenix Rising fullback Darnell King - Aug. 27

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 19:43:32 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC fullback Darnell King joins the show to discuss transitioning from a forward in college to right back as a pro, playing left and right back for manager Rick Schantz and racism in the U.S.

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Phoenix Rising FC supporters' group Los Bandidos - Aug. 18

Tue, 18 Aug 2020 17:00:00 +0000

Los Bandidos members Bre and Aly Munoz, and Nancy Shaddock join the show to discuss the identity of the supporters' group, its relationship with Phoenix Rising FC and what a $1 beer night in the South End is like.

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Phoenix Rising FC supporters' group Red Fury - Aug. 18

Tue, 18 Aug 2020 17:00:00 +0000

Red Fury members John and Monica McPherson, Kristine Lantz, Brian Medendorp and Todd Ring join the show to discuss the history of the supporters' group, its relationship with Phoenix Rising FC and RedFuryPHXcharity.com.

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Phoenix Rising FC goalkeeper Eric Dick - Aug. 13

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 17:25:04 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC goalkeeper Eric Dick joins the show to discuss playing against PRFC in the 2018 playoffs, getting loaned to Phoenix from MLS side Sporting KC and being named to USL Championship's Team of the Week in his only appearance.

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Phoenix Rising FC forward Santi Moar - Aug. 6

Thu, 6 Aug 2020 15:30:00 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC forward Santi Moar joins the show to discuss growing up in Spain, playing in Rick Schantz's system and PRFC's upcoming match against his former side New Mexico United.

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Phoenix Rising assistant coach Peter Ramage - July 30

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 16:00:00 +0000

Former Phoenix Rising FC defender and current assistant coach Peter Ramage joins the show to discuss his return to Newcastle United, his American vs. English battles with manager Rick Schantz and what he'll miss the most about PRFC.

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Phoenix Rising midfielder Kevon Lambert - July 23

Thu, 23 Jul 2020 17:29:39 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC midfielder and Jamaica international Kevon Lambert joins the show to discuss COVID-19 protocols, pitch issues at Orange County, manager Rick Schantz comparing him to Ngolo Kante and Rising Against Racism.

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Phoenix Rising forward Junior Flemmings - July 15

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 22:53:00 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC forward and Jamaica international Junior Flemmings joins the show to discuss traveling to Orange County, his confidence in manager Rick Schantz's system and racism in America.

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Phoenix Rising midfielder Jon Bakero - July 9

Thu, 9 Jul 2020 15:55:00 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC midfielder Jon Bakero joins the show to discuss playing in front of fan cutouts, how he feels about the return-to-play protocol and the creation of the player-driven initiative Rising Against Racism.

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Phoenix Rising GM Bobby Dulle - July 3

Fri, 3 Jul 2020 15:49:00 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC general manager Bobby Dulle joins the show to discuss the 2020 season schedule, what fans returning to Casino Arizona Field might look like and what he's learned from recent talks with owners and supporters regarding social issues.

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Steve Cooke, Director of Soccer Development - May 22

Fri, 22 May 2020 15:00:00 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC Director of Soccer Development Steve Cooke joins the show to discuss the club being named a founding member of MLS's Elite Player Development Platform, USL Academy and the future of Phoenix Rising youth soccer.

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Rick Schantz and Ryan Madden - May 15

Fri, 15 May 2020 18:00:00 +0000

Phoenix Rising manager Rick Schantz and USL VP of Communications Ryan Madden join the show to discuss the present and future of the club and league, respectively.

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Season over - Nov. 7

Thu, 7 Nov 2019 14:00:00 +0000

Kellan Olson and Jake Anderson discuss Phoenix Rising FC's loss to Real Monarchs in the playoffs and how they feel about the season now that it is over.

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Rising survive penalty shootout - Oct. 31

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 14:00:00 +0000

Kellan Olson and Jake Anderson discuss a playoff scare for Phoenix Rising FC after a penalty shootout.

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Playoff soccer is here - Oct. 25

Sat, 26 Oct 2019 00:39:41 +0000

Kellan Olson and Jake Anderson review the two main talking points from the end of the regular season before previewing Rising's first playoff matchup.

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Loss at home in stoppage time - Oct. 16

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 23:06:14 +0000

Kellan Olson and Jake Anderson discuss Phoenix Rising FC dropping points again, this time at home in a loss.

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Regular season wrapping up - Oct. 11

Fri, 11 Oct 2019 22:51:27 +0000

Kellan Olson and Jake Anderson discuss two more uncharacteristic matches from Phoenix Rising FC and what they want to see in the last two matches before playoffs.

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Rising finally drop points - Sept. 26

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 14:00:00 +0000

Kellan Olson and Jake Anderson discuss Phoenix Rising dropping points and losing for the first time in quite a while.

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An unconventional win No. 20 - Sept. 20

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 00:53:14 +0000

Kellan Olson and Jake Anderson discuss Rising's latest win ending early for player safety.

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Two 1-0 wins to make it 19 - Sept. 13

Fri, 13 Sep 2019 23:30:35 +0000

Kellan Olson and Jake Anderson discuss two more wins for Phoenix Rising FC.

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Three more games, three more wins - Sept. 5

Thu, 5 Sep 2019 14:00:00 +0000

Kellan Olson returns from vacation and Jake Anderson fills him in on three more wins for Phoenix Rising FC.

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Rising still win despite strong test from Reno - Aug. 22

Thu, 22 Aug 2019 14:00:00 +0000

Kellan Olson and Jake Anderson discuss how RIsing's 4-2 win over Reno showcased the formula for how to beat the team that has now won 14 straight in league play.

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Phoenix Rising FC striker Adam Jahn - Aug. 14

Thu, 15 Aug 2019 14:00:00 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC striker Adam Jahn joins the show to discuss the winning streak, his chemistry with Solomon Asante and more.

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Two more wins and a PL preview - August 9

Fri, 9 Aug 2019 22:23:13 +0000

Kellan Olson and Jake Anderson discuss two more wins for Phoenix Rising before diving deep on the Premier League's new season.

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The most decisive win yet – July 25

Thu, 25 Jul 2019 14:00:00 +0000

Kellan Olson and Jake Anderson discuss the most lopsided win yet for Phoenix Rising before handing out some awards over midway through the season.

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New signing, nine wins in a row - July 18

Thu, 18 Jul 2019 14:00:00 +0000

Kellan Olson and Jake Anderson discuss Phoenix Rising FC's newest signing and another win.

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Last-minute goal keeps winning streak alive - July 4

Thu, 4 Jul 2019 14:00:00 +0000

Kellan Olson and Jake Anderson review a dramatic Phoenix Rising FC win to keep the winning streak alive.

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Another win, USWNT and picking clubs to support - June 27

Thu, 27 Jun 2019 14:00:00 +0000

Kellan Olson and Jake Anderson discuss the latest win for Rising, the USWNT and the clubs they support.

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Six wins in a row - June 20

Thu, 20 Jun 2019 14:00:00 +0000

Kellan Olson and Jake Anderson discuss the top form of Phoenix Rising FC after two more wins.

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Dominant win after the break - June 13

Thu, 13 Jun 2019 14:00:00 +0000

Kellan Olson and Jake Anderson recap what was Phoenix Rising's best performance of the season in a 5-0 victory.

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Rising keeper Zac Lubin

Thu, 6 Jun 2019 14:00:00 +0000

Phoenix Rising FC keeper Zac Lubin joins Kellan Olson and Jake Anderson to discuss Rising's start to the season, his thoughts on the team's form and more.

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A win before the break, European finals breakdown - May 31

Fri, 31 May 2019 16:27:53 +0000

Kellan Olson and Jake Anderson discuss a win for Phoenix Rising before a bye week and then break down the European finals.

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Strong result at home - May 23

Thu, 23 May 2019 14:00:00 +0000

Kellan Olson and Jake Anderson discuss a strong result at home for Phoenix Rising FC and two straight league wins in a row.

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Win in the league, loss in the cup - May 17

Fri, 17 May 2019 22:50:07 +0000

Kellan Olson and Jake Anderson recap Phoenix Rising's two matches in the past week, one win and one loss.

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The impact of Jason Johnson's injury - May 9

Thu, 9 May 2019 14:00:00 +0000

Kellan Olson and Jake Anderson discuss what the Jason Johnson injury means for Phoenix Rising and how they can bounce back after a disappointing result in Orange County.

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Phoenix Rising's start to the season - May 2

Thu, 2 May 2019 14:00:00 +0000

Kellan Olson and Jake Anderson discuss Phoenix Rising's start to the season, including positive and negative trends that stick out eight matches in.

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Phoenix Rising manager Rick Schantz - April 25

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 14:00:00 +0000

Phoenix Rising manager Rick Schantz joins the program to discuss the club's form thus far, key points in the season and the impact of certain players.

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USL's Ryan Madden - April 18

Thu, 18 Apr 2019 14:00:00 +0000

USL VP of Communications Ryan Madden joins the program to discuss the future of USL, why Phoenix Rising has been the gold standard for USL and more.

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Phoenix Rising GM Bobby Dulle

Thu, 11 Apr 2019 14:00:00 +0000

Phoenix Rising general manager Bobby Dulle joins the show to discuss his role with the club, traveling to Istanbul for Phoenix Rising's new relationship with Galatasaray and building the identity of the team's style.

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Phoenix Rising VP Sam Doerr

Thu, 4 Apr 2019 14:00:00 +0000

On the first episode of the #UpRising podcast, Phoenix Rising Football Club vice president Sam Doerr joins the show to discuss the current state of the club, what new fans can expect at a match and future plans going forward.

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