PJ Ryan
Jersey boy who somehow ended up in Minnesota by way of DC. I root for DC United, the Spirit, Minnesota Aurora, Liverpool, the Red Sox, Phillies, Avalanche, Frost, Eagles, USMNT, and USWNT. I chip in at https://thedistrictpress.com.
- It’s going to be a pretty awesome sports weekend. - DC Power vs Sporting Jax - DC United Preseason from Coachella - Liverpool vs Man City - All the Olympics I can handle It’s going to be a good one.
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- DC Power FC returns for the spring tomorrow!
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- I absolutely love how in love Minnesota is with the loon. This might have made my day.
- Preparations for the World Cup continue to be “messy”.
- Story @theathleticfc.bsky.social McDonald’s decline to take up option as fifa sponsor to sell products at World Cup Fan Fest Sources cite concerns about expected footfall/return on investment. McDonald’s deny, say “focusing efforts where can make biggest impact” www.nytimes.com/athletic/702...
- CONCACAF maps out the next four years following this summer’s World Cup. www.concacaf.com/en/news/conc...
- Let’s go!
- 🌸NEW POD🌸 We chatted with one of the newest Spirits, Sara Wojdelko (aka Wojo)! We got into how she became a goalkeeper, entering the league without a draft, axolotls, Rainforest Cafe, and more. 🟢 open.spotify.com/episode/3wyF... 🍎 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/h... #nwsl #woso #washingtonspirit
- Reposted by PJ RyanHappy Friday! While we wait for the Olympic Opening Ceremonies, join us to discuss new Loudoun United signings, the second half of the Gainbridge Super League season, and Ronaldo's tantrum.
- Reposted by PJ RyanSince our inception, we’ve been beyond fortunate to have the gold standard of sports sections right in our backyard. Thank you @postsports.bsky.social for your outstanding coverage and so beautifully telling our story. You will be greatly missed by our organization, our fans and our city.
- Reposted by PJ RyanWhen I started covering DC United in 2011, coverage was robust - MLS had its own beat writer (my dear friend @cboehm.bsky.social), I provided granular coverage for DCist, Black & Red United went further - and Goff, a real legend, covered the club like a big league team. They now have no coverage.
- Reposted by PJ RyanWelcome to Thursday. Today we look at Sean Young's arrival in Loudoun, the impact of FBRef's data on Women's Soccer, Casey Keller's health, #USMNT news, and Murder Shows. All that and more in Thursday's Freedom Kicks. #woso #ThatsTheSpirit #Loudoun United
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- The midfielder is Pacific FC’s all time appearance leader. He netted 10 goals and 6 assists for the Tridents.
- Loudoun United continues making moves in the run up to the start of their USL Championship campaign. #loudoununited www.uslchampionship.com/news_article...
- Loudoun United continues making moves in the run up to the start of their USL Championship campaign. #loudoununited www.uslchampionship.com/news_article...
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- Reposted by PJ RyanWant DCU news? These are the people showing up regardless of the team's record or national relevance: • @districtpressdc.bsky.social (specifically @blazindw.bsky.social & @sarahkallassy.bsky.social) • @joseumana.bsky.social for WTOP • @marioamaya28.bsky.social for Area Sports Network
- By the back half of 2025 you could literally do this on a regular basis, as the presser would fluctuate between 5-6 people depending on whether me or @joseumana.bsky.social had something else to cover that night.
- Reposted by PJ RyanIt’s saddening and maddening to watch what’s happening at the Washington Post today. The staffers there and their readers everywhere deserve better than these shortsighted decisions and the mismanagement that led to them.
- Reposted by PJ RyanCrestfallen and f$&@ furious about the closure as we know it of @postsports.bsky.social by an indifferent, compromised owner and a failing publisher — a dept of Povich and Boswell, Wilbon and Kornheiser, Gildea and Sheinin, of poets, authors, Hall of Famers and Pulitzer finalists. A terrible day.
- DC Power returns from its winter hiatus weekend. Ahead if the match @blazindw.bsky.social talks to Steven Birnbaum about the roster moves, the Loudoun partnership, and weather challenges. Check out his great interview with.
- DC Power sporting director Steven Birnbaum takes the time to speak with @blazindw.bsky.social on the busy winter break and what's in store for the club as they resume the season this weekend.
- Reposted by PJ RyanOn @us.theguardian.com, I wrote some words on the fate of the Vancouver Whitecaps. I truly hope they stay, but I’m not holding my breath. www.theguardian.com/football/202...
- Reposted by PJ RyanLoudoun continues to recruit. Transfer deadline day had a bit of drama involving Ronaldo and Benzema. And I watched the Grammys for the first time! This and more in your Tuesday Freedom Kicks
- Reposted by PJ RyanThe #LA28 soccer venues have been chosen: 🏟️ Queens 🏟️ Columbus 🏟️ Nashville 🏟️ St. Louis 🏟️ San Jose 🏟️ San Diego The medal rounds will take place at the Rose Bowl. www.starsandstripesfc.com/olympic-socc...
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- Reposted by PJ RyanArsenal win Women’s Champions Cup, DC United preseason begins, and more: Groundhog Day Freedom Kicks Happy Monday, everyone. It's Groundhog Day...again. Let's start off by getting the weather prediction from Phil...no, the other Phil: February 1st also marked the start of Black History Month.…
- Reposted by PJ RyanI will do the same here, and it may be across disciplines. I begin today as I normally do: Over at @starsstripesfc.bsky.social, I've written a ton of #BHM soccer stories, and we have a hub set up to keep these stories in one place! www.starsandstripesfc.com/black-histor...
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- Little bit of a soccer side quest today.
- This is a really cool move by the Royals. The museum is a must visit.
- DC Power FC return to action for the second half of their season next weekend. The team has made several additions to the roster over the break. Donald dives into those changes. Check it out here.
- DC Power has brought in 4 players who they hope will help the club get into the playoffs. @blazindw.bsky.social reports on what each of them bring to the tabl
- Reposted by PJ Ryan#DCU has announced their preseason roster ahead of the start of the Coachella Valley Invitational next weekend.
- Reposted by PJ RyanDear 2026: You have one job: be better than 2025. That is a very low bar. And so far you are BLOWING IT.
- Reposted by PJ RyanIt's Friday! And today we're talking about Crystal Dunn's retirement, a busy offseason for DC Power, and changes to Apple TV's MLS coverage.
- Since their fall finale DC Power FC have signed, parted ways, or extended contracts with 11 players. Arriving: Fraley, Gaynor, Richardson, Walker Departing: Detirizo, Duong, Estcourt Extended: Colton, Constant, Fitch, Gourley #dcpowerfc #gainbridgesuperleague
- DC Power FC have also announced they have added former Lexington SC and HB Køge forward Hannah Richardson through the end of the 2025/2026 season. #dcpowerfc www.dcpowerfootballclub.com/news/2026/01...
- DC Power FC have added former Chicago Stars and Lexington SC midfielder Justina Gaynor on a deal that runs through the end of the 2025/2026 season. #dcpowerfc www.dcpowerfootballclub.com/news/2026/01...
- Reposted by PJ RyanThe January camp is over and the #USWNT routed both Paraguay and Chile. How did the five Spirit player in camp do? How many times did a Spirit player get coach Emma Hayes to dance? Read our summary here. #ThatsTheSpirit
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- Reposted by PJ RyanNew from me on @us.theguardian.com: sources tell me a host of changes are coming to MLS Season Pass - cuts in Spanish language talent & programming, and about half of the English-language matches will be produced overseas. Much more right here: www.theguardian.com/football/202...
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- Reposted by PJ Ryan🇺🇸 160 Appearances ⚽️ 25 Goals 🏆 @fifawwc.bsky.social & U-20 @fifawwc.bsky.social Champion 🥇 Olympic Gold Medalist ☝️ 1 Legendary Career Crystal Dunn has officially announced her retirement from professional soccer.
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- Trin and Croix are clearly having an influence on their coach. 😂
- Reposted by PJ RyanHappy Thursday. Today we cover DC Power continuing to lock in their roster, Gotham falling, a crazy day in the UEFA Champions League and much more.
- As much as I love the action on the field, I’m also really interested in the way sports and historic events influence each other. This article by Kit Holden is a really interesting look at the Cold War and the rebirth of soccer in East Germany after WWII. open.substack.com/pub/playedin...
- News out of the USL W. Loudoun United will be grouped with Northern Virginia FC, Eagle FC, Lancaster Inferno FC, and Patuxent Football Athletics in the Mid-Atlantic Division for its inaugural season. www.loudoununitedfc.com/news/2026/01...
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- Reposted by PJ Ryan2026 #USLW & #USL2 divisions are out and there’s a few changes for the Heartland this season. USLW In: Rally Madison, Edgewater Castle, Rockford Raptors Out: Chicago [City] Dutch Lions USL2 In: Edgewater Castle, Rockford Out: None
- Michele Kang with a clear statement of intent. Love to see this. More owners need to be like this. #ThatsTheSpirit
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- Reposted by PJ RyanSpirit Preseason Roster Announced, Loudoun United Plans, US National Team Updates, and More: Wednesday Freedom Kicks Not going to lie, today's Freedom Kicks is quite heavy on USWNT and USMNT content. And that's the way I like it today. Hope you're dug out of the DMV snow at this point. On to the…
- Ryan with the yeoman’s work covering Loudoun United. A great read as always.
- Loudoun United take to 2026 with a new coach, a new identity and new organizational imprint, as their President Karl Sharman and Sporting Director Alen Marcina shared with us recently. thedistrictpress.com/2026/01/28/loudoun-…
- Reposted by PJ RyanLoudoun United take to 2026 with a new coach, a new identity and new organizational imprint, as their President Karl Sharman and Sporting Director Alen Marcina shared with us recently. thedistrictpress.com/2026/01/28/loudoun-…
- Reposted by PJ RyanPrediction markets are betting on a grim future: defector.com/prediction-m...
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- Reposted by PJ RyanDCU re-sign Bono, Spirit sign Martinez, and more: Tuesday Freedom Kicks!
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- This is going to end well.
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- Reposted by PJ Ryan🌸NEW POD🌸 Annie, Ella & André discuss the league finally allowing Trinity Rodman to re-sign with the Spirit, and how it feels like a new chapter. Then we dive into all of the roster news so far! 🟢 open.spotify.com/episode/14Kd... 🍎 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/h... #nwsl #woso
