Indy Eleven- Soccer Saturday 3/8/25

00:00- 6:26- Greg Rakestraw is back with another edition of Soccer Saturday! To open the show, Rakestraw talks about the LIPAFC this weekend between Louisville and Indy Eleven that takes place later today, nationally televised on CBS. He relives some big moments in this rivalry series with audio from past matches.   9:26-22:16- The Manager of Indy Eleven Sean McAuley joins the show to look back at the 2-1 loss last week to Detroit FC. They discuss the new addition to Indy Eleven Laurence Wootton, on loan from MLS’s Chicago Fire. Sean talks about his experience with rivalries and his top moments from those over the years. Coach also previews the big rivalry match today with Louisville City.   25:16-29:54- During this segment, Greg plays the post-game audio sound from the loan goal scorer last week against Detroit City Sebastien Guenzetti. He is moving up the all-time goals list for the Indy Eleven and the USL. He discusses how the play played out to allow him to get the goal.   32:54-45:52- The Radio Voice of Louisville City FC Jonathan Matthes jumps on the show to give a scouting report on Louisville City FC ahead of the big rivarly match with Indy Eleven this afternoon. He talks about how he became the voice of Louisville City FC, being from Indianapolis.   48:52-56:26- Greg Rakestraw closes the show today by talking about upcoming home matches and promotions that fans can take part in at The Mic. Greg talks about the winner of Indy Eleven Jay Klein was let go by the program with the acquisition of Laurence Wootton. The US Open Cup is discussed with the upcoming match at Chicago Fire II on Wednesday April 17. He finishes the show updating the Premier League with just weeks to go in the season.

6 Apr 202459min

00:00-2:18- Soccer Saturday kicks off with Greg Rakestraw previewing the show and guests. Rakestraw also recaps the home opener for the Indy Eleven last Saturday. 2:18-14:34- Indy Eleven Head Coach Sean McCauley joins the show. McCauley recaps the 1-1 draw against Sacramento, Augustine Williams first goal, and previews the upcoming match with Detroit City. 14:34-23:49- Rakestraw goes to his postgame interview with Augustine Williams after his first goal with the Indy Eleven. Also, hear Cam Lindley’s postgame interview from the 1-1 draw against Sacramento. 23:49-38:17- Rakestraw looks across the pitch with former Indy Eleven coach Trevor James. James discusses Detroit City, why he stepped down from his coaching duties, and more. 38:17-1:00:51 Rakestraw returns for the final time talking with Mike Henn. Henn looks back at his time with the Indy Eleven, tells how he started working for the Eleven, and more.

30 Mars 20241h

00:00- 2:51- Greg Rakestraw is back with another edition of Soccer Saturday! To open the show, Rakestraw talks about Home Opening Saturday for the Indy Eleven for 2024. He promotes where you can watch or how to get tickets to the opener tonight vs Sacramento Republic.   5:51-15:40- The Manager of Indy Eleven Sean McAuley joins the show to talk about his first win as Manager last weekend in Memphis and the Penalty that won the match by Jack Blake. He discusses the teams injury report and previews his first home match as Manager of Indy Eleven against Sacramento Republic and what to watch for this evening. Coach McAuley discusses a new addition to the roster signed this week.   18:40-28:29- Former Indy Eleven Member and Butler Bulldog and current Sacramento Republic player Jared Timmer jumps on the show to talk with Greg about coming Back Home Again to Indiana to play his former team tonight at Carroll Stadium. They discuss what it is like living and playing in Sacramento vs Indianapolis.    31:29-45:21- The Head of the Indy Eleven Academy Kiki Wallace comes on the show this morning to talk about the success of the Academy when it comes to Championships and Tournaments that the teams are competing in. They discuss some of the top players who are coming up through the Acadamy that fans can maybe look forward to seeing for the Senior team in future matches and years.   48:21-57:17- Greg Rakestraw closes the show today by bringing up a couple of newsworthy notes. He discusses the US Mens National Team in the Nations League and the come from behind win against Jamaica setting up a Final tomorrow night vs Mexico. Greg also talks about FA Cup and what is going on over in England.

23 Mars 20241h

00:00-2:48 Greg Rakestraw is back with another edition of Soccer Saturday on 93.5/107.5 theFan! Rakestraw recaps the Indy Elevens first loss of the season, previews the upcoming match with Memphis, and shares today’s guests. 2:48-16:57- Indy Eleven Head Coach Sean McCauley joins the show. McCauley recaps the loss to Oakland Roots FC, shares his thoughts on Jack Blake, and a few other players. Rakestraw also shares some news from the USL Championship league. 16:57-33:53- Ethan O’Brien joins the show. O’Brien recaps his career, talks about joining the Indy Eleven and more! 33:53-50:04- Radio play-by-play voice of the Philadelphia Union Dave Leno joins. Leno recaps the Unions last match, what’s ahead as the Union return to the United States, and some fans disappointment with the club. 50:04-1:00:04 Rakestraw wraps up with news from the Champions League draw, the home opener for the Indy Eleven, and the FA Cup.

16 Mars 20241h

00:00-2:35- Greg Rakestraw is back with another edition of Soccer Saturday. To open the show, Rakestraw previews the hour as it is opening day for the 2024 Indy Eleven and USL Seasons. He Previews Undrafted wrapping up last weekend and who won the show and gets the opportunity to go to camp with Indy Eleven.   5:35-16:52- The new Manager of the Indy Eleven Sean McAuley joins the show to preview the opening match of the season in Oakland and his first match as Manager of Indy Eleven. They discuss the late additions to the team including the players who scored sports on the roster through Undrafted. Greg also talks about the week 1 schedule for the USL season.   19:52-32:39- The first winner of the show Undrafted, Jay Klein, joins the show after getting a short term deal with Indy Eleven. He talks about what that means to be on a USL team and play professional soccer. He talks about his background in soccer and how proud his family was of him, when they found out he won a spot on the team.   35:39-49:11- Greg’s broadcasting partner and brains behind the show Undrafted, Brad Hauter, joins the show in the penultimate segment today to recap season one of the show. They discuss the two players who won the show and in reward spots on Indy Eleven. Brad confirms that Undrafted will return for a 2nd season and changes that will be made from year one to year two as well as when filming will get underway. With the season getting underway today, they talk about ticket deals that fans can find this spring and summer at the Mike and the experience of home matches for the fans in 2024. 52:11-55:57- On the final segment of the show, Greg discusses where all you can find the USL matches on television and streaming in 2024. He also talks about where watch parties will take place as well starting with Upland Brewing tonight. Also, the latest Champions League updates and more international soccer news.

11 Mars 20241h 1min

00:00-7:46- Soccer Saturday with Greg Rakestraw is back with the final show before the start of the 11th Indy Eleven Season! To open the show, Rakestraw runs through todays guests: Younes Boudadi, Caleb King, and Devon Kerr. Also, Rakestraw shares some news from the Indy Eleven, and recaps the last preseason game. 7:46-10:28- Indy Eleven’s Younes Boudadi joins. Boudadi previews the upcoming season, his time with the Eleven to this point, and more! 10:28-19:44 Caleb King joins. King talks with Rakestraw about the ending of his time with the Indy Eleven, his soccer career, and his take aways from Undrafted. 19:44-49:53Indy Eleven broadcaster Devon Kerr joins. Kerr speaks on the Indy Eleven making national television this season. Plus, Kerr talks about the Indy Eleven, the new head coach, and more! 49:53-59:27 Greg Rakestraw wraps up Soccer Saturday with a look ahead at the 2024 Indy Eleven Season. Rakestraw also has some words for the Open Cup and MLS.  He also speaks briefly on the FA Cup.

2 Mars 202459min

(0:00-2:49) Greg starts Soccer Saturday off by previewing the Indy Eleven’s upcoming games and who will appear during the show today. He also talks about the MLS.  (5:49-15:43) For the Eleven Minutes segment of the show, Greg talks to Jack Blake of the Indy Eleven to talk about the upcoming season, how well he has performed in the preseason, and how he feels about his performance so far. Blake talks about his relationship with Coach McAuley, and how many famous players McAuley has worked with. He also talks about returning home to Nottingham during the offseason. He also talks about the outdoor soccer display and if he schools the kids when he visits the Children’s Museum.  (18:43-28:16) Greg talks to Hunter Sulte who plays goalie for the Indy Eleven. He talks about how he came to Indy from Portland. He tells Greg about how he has adjusted to moving to Indy, and what he likes about the city. He talks about playing in Portland and the differences between playing there and playing in Indy.  (31:16-45:51) Chris Doran of the Columbus Crew joins the show again to preview the Crew’s upcoming season. Doran talks about players battling for their role with the team, and how the driver for players to stay on the team allows the team to play at its best. They touch on MLS Soccer as well, and how they are trimming cups from the schedule. Doran also talks about the Messi factor.  (48:51-56:40) Greg ends the show talking about the fate of the Open Cup, and the likelihood that it would get nixed. Rakestraw voices his disappointment that fewer MLS teams are competing in the Open Cup, but also explains some of the reasoning behind the teams not playing.

24 Feb 202459min

00:00-5:56 Greg Rakestraw is back with a special on location edition of Soccer Saturday! To open the show, Greg encourages listeners to head to The Shop in the Bottleworks district, runs down guests for the show, and more! Plus, an Indy Eleven legend joins later. 5:56-20:40- Greg Rakestraw returns with the new Head Coach of the Indy Eleven, Sean McCaulley. McCaulley talks about the Indy Eleven improvements, the players, Josh O’Brian, and thoughts on Carson Henderlong. Also, Rakestraw and McCaulley discuss the upcoming schedule for the Indy Eleven. 20:40-32:17- An Indy Eleven legend, Brad Ring, joins the show from The Shop! Ring remembers his playing career with the Eleven, his thoughts on The Shop products, shares advice for young players making the jump to the pros, and his coaching career. 32:17-47:07 USL Super League’s Amanda Vandervort joins the show. Vandervort shares an update on the Indy Eleven women’s team, the schedule, and her reaction to no super league draft. Plus, Vandervort shares what she thinks of the Indy Eleven men join the Super League in the future. 47:07-59:53 Greg Rakestraw wraps up the show with Alex Vanjershot. Vanjershot runs Rakestraw through what The Shop plans to do, the Indy Eleven, and the upcoming Indy Eleven jersey reveal.

17 Feb 202459min