Goalkeeper Luka Vujičić and his adventure in Serbia

Ottawa Rapid FC made its formal introduction to the world at a launch event on August 15, introducing the clubs brand, logo, and some members of the staff. One person who was at the event, is Tom Gilbert, who leads the cub as CEO. Tom has been involved in the new Northern Super League since its inception, and we wanted to get to know Tom a bit, and ask him about Rapid FC and the league as a whole. Where will players come from? How many games will be at TD Place in 2025? What does the legendary Kristina Kiss bring to the table? We ask it all!

This episode we're joined by the pride of Russell, Ontario, Atletico Ottawa's Tyr Walker!   Tyr is one of the rising young stars of the Canadian Premier League. Formerly of Ottawa's Futuro Academy, Tyr signed his first pro contract this season. We talk to him about his journey to get there, home-cooked meals, and who he thinks is the GOAT.

**tumbleweed rolls by**   Yup, pretty quiet in the soccer world these days   **record scratch** OR IS IT??? Olympics, dronegate, NSL Ottawa, we had to have one of Canada's best voices in women's sports, Michaela Schreiter, on the show to talk about **waving arms** EVERYTHING THAT'S HAPPENING.   Don't miss an episode of She's Got Game, which Michaela co-hosts with Vanessa Sanchez every week on TSN1200, also available on all your favourite podcast platforms.

One of the brightest young prospects out of Ottawa of late is Maya Hindson. An incredibly versatile player, she's been ranked #1 in Canada by FTF among players in her graduating year, and now plays for Arsenal's academy in London, UK. We find out about her journey to London, being at THAT GAME at the 2012 Olympics, and what life is like for a player in one of the worlds great football academies. Maya is one to watch for the future. Hope you enjoy this interview!

At just 20 years old, Ottawa's Sofia Iaderosa has already had an eventful career. Leaving the NCAA early for a chance to play professional, she's already played in professionally in Malta, Georgia (not the state) and Turkey, and even has UEFA Champions League action under her belt. A forward with huge potential and a bright future, we caught up with Sofia during her holiday break to talk about growing up in Ottawa, her already fascinating career, and her dreams for the future. This is her podcast debut, and she absolutely nails it. Enjoy!

This episode we're joined by the new Head of Soccer Operations for the Carleton Ravens mens and womens teams, Marcelo Plada. He takes over from Kwesi Loney, who was promoted to Assistant Director of High Performance Sport. Marcelo has coached around the world, and comes to Carleton from Canada's Military National Team, holding a Canadian A National Licence. We talk about the wealth of experience he brings to the program, the preparations for the new season, and the high expectations he has for both the mens and womens sides this OUA season. Enjoy!

Twitch icon and Canadian floorball star Jasmine McKnight is back on the pod to talk all things Gee-Gee's! As uOttawa kicks off their 2023 OUA campaign with the goal of heading back to the USports National Championships, Jasmine gives her takes on new players to watch, important returning players, and how she expects the team will fare this season. Then we turn our focus to Project8, and what Gee-Gee's players, past and present, could hypothetically form a Gee-Gee's-only starting XI. How to Josh and Jasmine's lists compare? Listen and find out!

We're chatting with Ottawa's own Christine Eiblmeier! Christine is a 17 year old defender currently playing for Eintracht Frankfurt's U19 squad. Christine talks about the move to Germany, the difference in the culture of women's soccer between Germany and Canada, and meeting Alphonso Davies. Oh, and ditch the caesar dressing, Christine will talk you into a proper salad. Don't miss this chat with a rising young Canadian star!

This episode we're chatting with Atlético Ottawa CEO Fernando López ahead of the 2023 home opener. We ask Fernando about the preseason, player recruitment, where the trophy is at for winning the 2022 regular season, and whether the club is considering starting a women's side for the upcoming Project8 league. Can't miss this one!

This episode, we're chatting with CPL player Gaby Bitar, currently playing for expansion franchise Vancouver FC. Gaby is an Ottawa native and former Carleton standout, and can claim the title of first ever CPL USports draft pick. Bitar is looking to build on what was a bit of a breakout season in 2022 when he played for FC Edmonton (RIP), and he tells us all about how things are going in Vancouver, what it was like playing under difficult circumstances in Edmonton, and the benefits of the USports draft. Gaby might be our most requested guest ever, so enjoy!