Just noticed in social media pics from this event.

Please no more burying STM events in the final paragraph of emails from the owner!

Please announce these events in an email with a title that looks like it’s advertising an event!

If this is your way of managing attendance, congratulations. You just pissed off STHs since year two.

So our next game is at Gotham next Sunday, scheduled at 1 but Gotham's game last week was moved to evening due to heat and high 80s are forecast there next weekend

https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?CityName=Harrison&state=NJ&site=OKX&lat=40.7435&lon=-74.1534

Would they reschedule due to that? I understand not wanting to run around in that weather

Last time it was announced Friday

I'd like to go as NYC is a manageable road trip but accounting for both possibilities when picking bus tickets means a lot of extra time hanging around Newark and some redeyes

D-I-C K-E-Y’s H-O-U-S-E

Dickey’s Houuuuuse

Dickey’s Houuuuuse

You tried to score but now you want to cry Cry! Cry! Cry!

She the keeper of our club, who’s house is brick you’ll see

D-I-C K-E-Y’s H-O-U-S-E

I’m interested in signing my daughter up for one of the kids clinics and was hoping to gather more information from any parents whose kids have participated in the past!

Honestly want everyone's opinion on the player, clinically. In the hopes that someone can explain her value to the front line of the Reign FC. She has a mean rip outside the 18. But that's all I see out of that player once every 5 games.

Can someone with more soccer acumen explain to me why she's in over the likes of Latsko?

For the record, I don't intend this to be a hate comment thread. I genuinely want to know what I'm missing and would love to see positive criticism

#90'+10': Seattle Reign FC 1-1 Racing Louisville FC

Venue: Lumen Field

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Seattle Reign FC

Claudia Dickey, Lauren Barnes (Alana Cook), Phoebe McClernon, Ryanne Brown (Shae Holmes), Sofia Huerta, Ji So-Yun (Olivia Athens), Jess Fishlock, Quinn (Nikki Stanton), Bethany Balcer (Olivia Van der Jagt), Jordyn Huitema, Tziarra King (Veronica Latsko).

Subs: Laurel Ivory, Emeri Adames, Angharad James.

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Racing Louisville FC

Katie Lund, Abby Erceg, Arin Wright, Carson Pickett, Lauren Milliet, Jaelin Howell, Taylor Flint (Ellie Jean), Savannah DeMelo (Kayla Fischer), Emma Sears (Parker Goins), Elexa Bahr (Reilyn Turner), Marisa DiGrande.

Subs: Madison White, Linda Motlhalo, Maddie Pokorny, Jordan Baggett.

MATCH EVENTS | via ESPN

9' Arin Wright (Racing Louisville FC) is shown the red card.

10' Goal! Seattle Reign 1, Racing Louisville FC 0. Bethany Balcer (Seattle Reign) converts the penalty with a right footed shot to the bottom right corner.

31' Taylor Flint (Racing Louisville FC) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.

45' Substitution, Racing Louisville FC. Ellie Jean replaces Taylor Flint because of an injury.

45'+12' Jordyn Huitema (Seattle Reign) is shown the yellow card.

58' Substitution, Racing Louisville FC. Reilyn Turner replaces Elexa Bahr.

58' Substitution, Racing Louisville FC. Kayla Fischer replaces Savannah DeMelo.

62' Substitution, Seattle Reign. Olivia Van der Jagt replaces Bethany Balcer.

62' Substitution, Seattle Reign. Shae Holmes replaces Ryanne Brown.

62' Substitution, Seattle Reign. Veronica Latsko replaces Tziarra King.

74' Substitution, Seattle Reign. Alana Cook replaces Lauren Barnes.

80' Substitution, Racing Louisville FC. Parker Goins replaces Emma Sears.

86' Substitution, Seattle Reign. Nikki Stanton replaces Quinn.

90'+4' Substitution, Seattle Reign. Olivia Athens replaces Ji So-Yun.

90'+7' Goal! Seattle Reign 1, Racing Louisville FC 1. Reilyn Turner (Racing Louisville FC) header from very close range to the top right corner. Assisted by Jaelin Howell with a headed pass following a set piece situation.

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Where are people hanging out? Temple doesn't seem to be opening early.

https://www.sounderatheart.com/2024/06/seattle-reign-sale-sounders-carlyle-complete/

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5569374/2024/06/17/seattle-sounders-purchase-reign-nwsl/?source=emp_shared_article

#FT: Seattle Reign FC 0-0 Portland Thorns FC

Venue: Lumen Field

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Seattle Reign FC

Claudia Dickey, Lauren Barnes, Phoebe McClernon, Ryanne Brown (Shae Holmes), Sofia Huerta, Ji So-Yun (Olivia Athens), Jess Fishlock, Quinn (Olivia Van der Jagt), Bethany Balcer (Emeri Adames), Jordyn Huitema, Veronica Latsko (Tziarra King).

Subs: Nikki Stanton, Alana Cook, Angharad James, Laurel Ivory.

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Portland Thorns FC

Shelby Hogan, Becky Sauerbrunn, Kelli Hubly, Marie Müller, Reyna Reyes (Nicole Payne), Jessie Fleming (Olivia Wade-Katoa), Izzy D'Aquila, Hina Sugita, Christine Sinclair (Ana Dias), Payton Linnehan (Meghan Klingenberg), Janine Beckie.

Subs: Marissa Sheva, Mallie McKenzie, Emily Alvarado, Meaghan Nally, Lauren Kozal.

MATCH EVENTS | via ESPN

3' Janine Beckie (Portland Thorns) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.

45' Substitution, Seattle Reign. Olivia Van der Jagt replaces Quinn.

53' Ryanne Brown (Seattle Reign) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.

62' Substitution, Seattle Reign. Tziarra King replaces Veronica Latsko.

62' Substitution, Portland Thorns. Ana Dias replaces Christine Sinclair.

67' Ana Dias (Portland Thorns) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.

73' Substitution, Portland Thorns. Meghan Klingenberg replaces Payton Linnehan.

76' Substitution, Seattle Reign. Shae Holmes replaces Ryanne Brown.

85' Marie Müller (Portland Thorns) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.

87' Substitution, Portland Thorns. Olivia Wade-Katoa replaces Jessie Fleming.

87' Substitution, Portland Thorns. Nicole Payne replaces Reyna Reyes.

89' Jordyn Huitema (Seattle Reign) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.

89' Substitution, Seattle Reign. Emeri Adames replaces Bethany Balcer.

89' Substitution, Seattle Reign. Olivia Athens replaces Ji So-Yun.

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Work has yet again gotten in the way. I know it's a bit late, but I have two tickets up for grabs to anyone who wants them.

New fan and going to my first game tomorrow! ⚽ I ordered a pride T-shirt and USPS lied to me that it was delivered when it was not. I am unequipped for tomorrow merch-wise. Do they happen to sell any at the game? I'm guessing not but I am hoping they will.

While I have a Rapinoe T shirt without team or league logos, I don't have any Reign merch and finally decided to rectify that situation.

The jerseys are too rich for my blood even before adding a player name; my NFL and EPL shirts were on sale after/near the end of the season.

I did like the logo t shirt pride variant (reignbow?). I usually wear an XL, and the size description matched some shirts I already have so I didn't want to go up to the 2XL and have it be baggy. I also got the decal in that design (I happen to have a similar decal in standard color scheme for a mens team in another sport)

Also got the Forever Rapinoe trading card pack, I'm a trading card junkie and I missed that one, and $15 is cheaper than any aftermarket price I saw

I don't do scarves in general even though they're popular soccer merch and the Reign hoodies all appeared to be pullovers when I just wear zip-ups

https://www.sounderatheart.com/2024/06/seattle-reign-looking-to-pinpoint-collective-defensive-issues/?ref=ride-of-the-valkyries-newsletter

I only skimmed the article (will go back and read later), but thought I’d share! Upon first glance, it seems like a lot more transparency than the “we’re inches away” statement we heard for some time. Harvey even talks about why Meza hasn’t been making the bench—which I can get since she seems to be behind Ji and Fishlock. (Still a bit strange to get Ji then draft two attacking midfielders? Though maybe this was a long term plan to also get them to learn from Ji and Fishlock this year and next and be ready for next season / after 2025.)

A part of me also wonders if bringing Sam Laity back would help the defensive woes. Though I mentioned this in the NWSL sub and someone said he would probably be holding out for a head coach position which I get. I’m just thinking about how the Reign’s defense was so good in 2022 and Houston’s defense last year under Laity was also excellent.

I'm coming down for the Father's Day game this weekend with my girls who are massive CWNT fans (Sinclair, Beckie, Quinn, Huitema) and am wondering what is the best way/timing of getting some interaction with the players? We're seated in Section 105, Row F for the game.

Also, recommendation for a good brunch around the field?

Thanks,

It’s the hope that kills 😩

But honestly, this whole time I was thinking that they need to bring in offensive stars like Chawinga or Banda. However, I think it’s become more clear that the defense cannot stop bleeding goals. Surely having Quinn back would help a lot, but what should be done with the back four (or now three)? We saw Holmes start and she looked a bit shakey in the first half imo. Cook has not been her best. Huerta was getting cooked against Chawinga. I feel like McClernon may be the only one that I think generally looks good consistently (except against Rodman).

Wondering what others think should be done given that Portland was able to tighten up their defense. (Granted they have Smith up top which I think in general means they don’t need to defend as much, but seems like maybe there is something that can be tweaked in the back line. (Also adding that I think having Quinn back will help a lot but still doesn’t explain why the back four have been in such disarray.)

#FT: Kansas City Current 5-2 Seattle Reign FC

Venue: CPKC Stadium

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Kansas City Current

Adrianna Franch, Lauren (Stine Ballisager Pedersen), Elizabeth Ball, Izzy Rodriguez, Hailie Mace (Ellie Wheeler), Claire Hutton, Lo'eau LaBonta (Desiree Scott), Temwa Chawinga, Michelle Cooper, Bia Zaneratto (Debinha ), Claire Lavogez (Vanessa DiBernardo).

Subs: Bayley Feist, Jordan Silkowitz, Alex Pfeiffer, Alexa Spaanstra.

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Seattle Reign FC

Laurel Ivory, Shae Holmes, Alana Cook (Ryanne Brown), Phoebe McClernon (Lauren Barnes), Sofia Huerta, Jess Fishlock, Angharad James (Olivia Van der Jagt), Tziarra King (Emeri Adames), Veronica Latsko, Jordyn Huitema, Bethany Balcer (Ji So-Yun).

Subs: Maddie Mercado, Maia Pérez, Lily Woodham, Olivia Athens.

MATCH EVENTS | via ESPN

24' Goal! Kansas City Current 0, Seattle Reign 1. Jordyn Huitema (Seattle Reign) right footed shot from very close range to the centre of the goal.

28' Goal! Kansas City Current 1, Seattle Reign 1. Temwa Chawinga (Kansas City Current) right footed shot from very close range to the bottom left corner. Assisted by Michelle Cooper.

41' Goal! Kansas City Current 1, Seattle Reign 2. Jordyn Huitema (Seattle Reign) header from very close range to the centre of the goal following a set piece situation.

45'+2' Goal! Kansas City Current 2, Seattle Reign 2. Lauren (Kansas City Current) right footed shot from very close range to the bottom left corner. Assisted by Bia Zaneratto following a corner.

45' Substitution, Kansas City Current. Debinha replaces Bia Zaneratto.

45' Substitution, Kansas City Current. Vanessa DiBernardo replaces Claire Lavogez.

46' Goal! Kansas City Current 3, Seattle Reign 2. Vanessa DiBernardo (Kansas City Current) right footed shot from very close range to the high centre of the goal. Assisted by Temwa Chawinga with a cross.

47' Goal! Kansas City Current 4, Seattle Reign 2. Temwa Chawinga (Kansas City Current) right footed shot from the centre of the box to the bottom left corner. Assisted by Elizabeth Ball with a headed pass.

56' Substitution, Seattle Reign. Ji So-Yun replaces Bethany Balcer.

56' Substitution, Seattle Reign. Olivia Van der Jagt replaces Angharad James.

57' Substitution, Seattle Reign. Lauren Barnes replaces Phoebe McClernon.

66' Laurel Ivory (Seattle Reign) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.

67' Goal! Kansas City Current 5, Seattle Reign 2. Lo'eau LaBonta (Kansas City Current) converts the penalty with a right footed shot to the bottom right corner.

73' Substitution, Kansas City Current. Stine Ballisager replaces Lauren.

75' Substitution, Seattle Reign. Ryanne Brown replaces Alana Cook because of an injury.

77' Substitution, Kansas City Current. Ellis Wheeler replaces Hailie Mace.

79' Substitution, Seattle Reign. Emeri Adames replaces Tziarra King.

88' Substitution, Kansas City Current. Desiree Scott replaces Lo'eau LaBonta because of an injury.

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I am thinking of getting one of the goalkeeper jerseys. (Go Ivory!) Does anyone here know if the fit is more like the Reflection primary jersey or more like the pre-match top?

I have the Reflection jersey and the pre-match top, both in Medium. The Reflection fits just a little better, so I’m thinking of sizing up for the goalkeeper jersey if it fits like the pre-match.

Thanks in advance!

Yesterday, Coop and Van dropped their first episode of a podcast in which I think they’re going to discuss all things Reign! It’s called “The Cooler Guild.” Here is the link to the 1st episode on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5olIgkBsaaI1hM7m4sgUde?si=RgjNkEgURyqMaS-EzNA0DA

This got me thinking about other sources I look at for Reign related content & wondering where other people go for theirs. Below is my list (from most Reign specific to more general WoSo)!

• Sounder at Heart: Pretty much the only Reign (and Sounders) specific content. They cover pre-match articles, game day threads, post-match articles, match player ratings, any big news. I feel like this is where I get the most Reign specific information. I really like the match player ratings too.

• beyond the vaudevillian cane (https://btvc.beehiiv.com): The content is more general WoSo (with a little more on the Spirit), but I really appreciate the passing maps and xG charts provided in his weekly posts/emails. His podcasts, DiasporaUtdPod & HeySpirits, are also a great listen.

• backheeled, The Equalizer, re-inc: Again more general WoSo content, but there have been interesting articles/content on the Reign on all three. For re-inc, I think the debriefs Tobin Heath has been doing are interesting. She did one on the Cascadia Rivalry. Also for members, I feel like listening to her commentary during a game is always insightful because she addresses some questions in the chat and seems to talk about higher level issues with a team.

• Alison Gale (@agale137 on Twitter): She makes amazing graphs for NWSL stats that make it easier imo to digest/understand information. Not really specific to the Reign (even though she is a Reign fan), but a great tool to understand trends in the league.

• Attacking Third: More generally WoSo and I haven’t been listening to their show too much just bc the Reign have been doing poorly this season and I don’t want to hear them talk about it lol.

• Busy Watching Women’s Soccer on YouTube (https://youtube.com/@busywatchingwomenssoccer?si=Pw62DZSNr2kwL0j5): This is more general WoSo (a bit more on the USWNT), but I highly recommend it if you’re looking to learn more about tactics.

• The Women’s Game MIB (honorable mention): Definitely the least on the Reign with this platform, but I love Sam Mewis and recommend it anyways. I listen to her podcast episodes every week. She usually releases two per week—one where she gives an overview of all things WoSo and another where she interviews players. I also subscribe to her newsletter which sums up big things in WoSo

I still wish there was on the Reign specifically. I think it would be interesting to hear about things like how the new international players have been slotting in (like Ji and Haz), how people think Emeri is doing, etc. Anywho, I’d love to know what others think of these sources and also if there is anything else out there!

Hey! Canadian fan looking to come down to watch the Reign vs Thorns game June 13th, couple questions for yall 🙂…

• Are there any promo codes anyone is willing to share? (The US to CAD conversion and ticketmaster fees is killing me)
• Best place to park thats not Lumen field? I’m not opposed to a walk or bus/uber in if it will save a few bucks
• Anything else I should know?

Thanks in advance 🙂

This season has been rough. I know the players are doing their best and can't imagine how defeated they feel as well.

However, I'm getting frustrated with the lack of acknowledgment and transparency from the Reign.

Portland had 3 or 4 losses in a row and major changes were made and the fans threw a fit.

It's been pretty lethargic on all fronts from the reign from players, coaching staff, GMs and fans.

How can energy be cultivated at this point for the entire organization?

I feel like changes aren't being made to not hurt players feelings

#FT: Washington Spirit 3-2 Seattle Reign FC

Venue: Audi Field

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Washington Spirit

Aubrey Kingsbury, Annaïg Butel, Tara McKeown, Casey Krueger, Gabrielle Carle, Hal Hershfelt, Croix Bethune (Lena Silano), Andi Sullivan, Ouleymata Sarr (Ashley Hatch), Kate Wiesner (Courtney Brown), Trinity Rodman (Brittany Ratcliffe).

Subs: Nicole Barnhart, Heather Stainbrook, Chloe Ricketts.

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Seattle Reign FC

Laurel Ivory, Lauren Barnes, Alana Cook, Phoebe McClernon (Lily Woodham), Sofia Huerta, Jess Fishlock, Angharad James (Jordyn Huitema), Tziarra King (Emeri Adames), Olivia Van der Jagt (Nikki Stanton), Veronica Latsko, Ji So-Yun (Olivia Athens).

Subs: McKenzie Weinert, Shae Holmes, Maia Pérez, Ryanne Brown.

MATCH EVENTS | via ESPN

21' Goal! Washington Spirit 1, Seattle Reign 0. Croix Bethune (Washington Spirit) left footed shot from the centre of the box to the bottom left corner.

38' Laurel Ivory (Seattle Reign) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.

39' Goal! Washington Spirit 2, Seattle Reign 0. Andi Sullivan (Washington Spirit) converts the penalty with a right footed shot to the bottom left corner.

43' Olivia Van der Jagt (Seattle Reign) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.

45' Goal! Washington Spirit 3, Seattle Reign 0. Ouleymata Sarr (Washington Spirit) header from very close range to the top left corner. Assisted by Croix Bethune with a cross.

45'+5' Goal! Washington Spirit 3, Seattle Reign 1. Veronica Latsko (Seattle Reign) header from very close range to the top left corner. Assisted by Phoebe McClernon with a cross.

45' Substitution, Seattle Reign. Nikki Stanton replaces Olivia Van der Jagt.

61' Substitution, Seattle Reign. Jordyn Huitema replaces Angharad James.

67' Substitution, Washington Spirit. Courtney Brown replaces Kate Wiesner.

72' Substitution, Seattle Reign. Emeri Adames replaces Tziarra King.

73' Substitution, Washington Spirit. Ashley Hatch replaces Ouleymata Sarr.

73' Substitution, Washington Spirit. Brittany Ratcliffe replaces Trinity Rodman.

85' Substitution, Washington Spirit. Lena Silano replaces Croix Bethune.

85' Substitution, Seattle Reign. Lily Woodham replaces Phoebe McClernon.

85' Substitution, Seattle Reign. Olivia Athens replaces Ji So-Yun.

90'+6' Goal! Washington Spirit 3, Seattle Reign 2. Emeri Adames (Seattle Reign) left footed shot from the centre of the box to the bottom left corner. Assisted by Jess Fishlock with a headed pass following a set piece situation.

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This season already not looking good looks worse after tonight So how do y'all feel about the rest of 2024?

I'm inclined to watch less closely to get less frustrated.

I'm thinking of finally going to a Reign home game this season but am afraid the experience will be flat especially by the point I could make that happen. Airfare is much more reasonable if I wait til at least late August, and I'd need some time to get ID paperwork, arrange the time off work, etc.

At least the NWSL doesn't have relegation, but ironically at least a relegation scrap keeps things interesting for teams not making a title run. This I know all too well from following Everton men the past few years, and one reason I don't follow Everton women much is because they're in the midtable gray area of not challenging for CL but not in danger of the drop either.

Could we make a run for one of the last playoff spots? Not at the rate we're going but it's in reach if we turn things around pronto. We're only 4 points and 8 goals out of 8th now, though the Wave have a game in hand (and so do the 7th, 9th and 10th teams)

#FT: Seattle Reign FC 2-3 Orlando Pride

Venue: Lumen Field

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Seattle Reign FC

Laurel Ivory, Lauren Barnes (Shae Holmes), Alana Cook, Olivia Van der Jagt (Veronica Latsko), Phoebe McClernon, Sofia Huerta, Jess Fishlock, Angharad James (Olivia Athens), Tziarra King (Emeri Adames), Bethany Balcer, Ji So-Yun (McKenzie Weinert).

Subs: Lily Woodham, Ryanne Brown, Maia Pérez, Nikki Stanton.

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Orlando Pride

Anna Moorhouse, Kylie Strom, Rafaelle, Kerry Abello, Emily Sams, Haley McCutcheon, Ally Lemos (Ally Watt), Summer Yates (Julie Doyle), Adriana (Cori Dyke), Marta (Brianna Martínez), Barbra Banda (Amanda Allen).

Subs: Carrie Lawrence, McKinley Crone, Evelina Duljan, Alex Kerr.

MATCH EVENTS | via ESPN

9' Goal! Seattle Reign 0, Orlando Pride 1. Emily Sams (Orlando Pride) left footed shot from outside the box to the top right corner.

18' Goal! Seattle Reign 0, Orlando Pride 2. Barbra Banda (Orlando Pride) header from very close range to the centre of the goal. Assisted by Adriana with a cross.

45'+1' Bethany Balcer (Seattle Reign) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.

45'+5' Goal! Seattle Reign 1, Orlando Pride 2. Angharad James (Seattle Reign) right footed shot from the centre of the box to the top right corner. Assisted by Ji So-Yun.

45' Substitution, Orlando Pride. Julie Doyle replaces Summer Yates.

45' Substitution, Seattle Reign. Shae Holmes replaces Lauren Barnes.

48' Goal! Seattle Reign 2, Orlando Pride 2. Bethany Balcer (Seattle Reign) right footed shot from the centre of the box to the top left corner. Assisted by Jess Fishlock with a through ball following a fast break.

58' Goal! Seattle Reign 2, Orlando Pride 3. Barbra Banda (Orlando Pride) right footed shot from the centre of the box to the bottom left corner following a corner.

63' Substitution, Orlando Pride. Coriana Dyke replaces Adriana.

67' Substitution, Seattle Reign. Veronica Latsko replaces Olivia Van der Jagt.

76' Alana Cook (Seattle Reign) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.

78' Substitution, Orlando Pride. Brianna Martínez replaces Marta.

78' Substitution, Orlando Pride. Ally Watt replaces Ally Lemos.

83' Second yellow card to Bethany Balcer (Seattle Reign).

83' Substitution, Seattle Reign. Olivia Athens replaces Angharad James.

83' Substitution, Seattle Reign. Emeri Adames replaces Tziarra King.

87' Substitution, Seattle Reign. McKenzie Weinert replaces Ji So-Yun.

90'+2' Substitution, Orlando Pride. Amanda Allen replaces Barbra Banda.

90'+4' Julie Doyle (Orlando Pride) is shown the yellow card.

90'+8' Amanda Allen (Orlando Pride) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.

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UPDATE: claimed!

I can't get out of work and have two tickets in the supporters section I'd love to give to anyone who can go!

Hey all, question about Reign games ...

is there a local commentary team for the squad? I don't like the randomness of paramount plus commentary. I actually haven't watched a game in a while but I assume it's like Apple TV where there's a different commentary team each match?

I'm looking for local, regular commentators like what the Sounders have on KJR Radio. Does such a team exist for the Reign? Maybe a radio team?