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The Cup

By: 97.1 The Fan
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  • Summary

  • In 2008, the Columbus Crew won MLS Cup. But that isn't a spoiler...because on this six-part podcast series, host J.D. Smith takes you on a deep dive through some of the moments that made that Columbus Crew team the juggernaut it became. From stories told by the players who won it all, to memories from journalists, team employees, and fans who were there for the ride from start to finish, if you love the story of soccer in America, you need to listen to The Cup.
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Episodes
  • Episode 01 - Massive Rebuild

    Episode 01 - Massive Rebuild
    Dec 20 2019
    Follow the story of how the 2008 team came together, from the heights of winning the Supporter's Shield in 2004, to crashing out of the playoffs that same year, and the rebuild that followed. Hosted by J.D. Smith, and featuring Duncan Oughton, Mark McCullers, Steve Sirk and Patrick Guldan.
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    58 mins
  • Episode 02 - Guille and the Rocket

    Episode 02 - Guille and the Rocket
    Dec 21 2019
    Columbus was putting together a solid team capable of winning, but they needed a legend to put them over the top. Hear the story of how the Crew acquired one of the biggest soccer stars in Argentina, and how the 2008 season started off with a bang. Hosted by J.D. Smith, and featuring Duncan Oughton, Gino Padula, Danny O'Rourke, Mark McCullers, Dave Stephany, Steve Sirk, and Patrick Guldan
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    49 mins
  • Episode 03 - A New Voice

    Episode 03 - A New Voice
    Dec 21 2019
    One of the most recognizable supporters groups in MLS got their start in 2008. Hear how the Nordecke was formed, and the challenges it faced, during that very first year of existence. Hosted by J.D. Smith, and featuring Duncan Oughton, Frankie Hejduk, Danny O'Rourke, Gino Padula, Mark McCullers, Steve Sirk, Patrick Guldan, Dave Stephany, John Clem, and Grant Thurmond.
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    57 mins
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