
YYC Soccer
YYC Soccer is a podcast that covers soccer at all levels in the Calgary area. We discuss the amateur, collegiate, and professional levels. We talk about the teams and players from the city's soccer community, from the grassroots to the pros.
Episodes
107 episodes
Kaylee Hunter returns home while the Cavs are far away in Halifax
We preview the Calgary Wild vs AFC Toronto match on Saturday afternoon. Kaylee Hunter will make her return to her hometown wearing the AFC Toronto kit. Another Calgarian, Mya Jones, is also on their roster but is currently injured.Cavalr...
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Season 3
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Episode 26
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21:50

Scrappy Cavs claw their way to victory, Blizzard tops both League One tables
In our recap of the weekend's action we talk about Cavalry's 2-1 victory over York United. It was a bit of a strange match with hot temperatures and a very makeshift Cavs lineup.We also review Friday's League One Alberta matches, includi...
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Season 3
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Episode 25
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20:50

Wild roll the Tides, Shamit Shome ready for Bangladesh
We recorded this episode immediately after the Calgary Wild vs Halifax Tides matchup. We review that match which ended with a Wild victory. There were also several interesting storylines in this one, from the Wild's makeshift roster to the Stew...
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Season 3
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Episode 24
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29:59

Another typical Cavs vs Forge matchup and Wild players go global
We recap the weekend's action, including Cavalry FC's 1-1 vs Forge. Several Calgary Wild players are playing for their countries this week. We review how it's been going for them. Kahli Johnson had a very memorable debut...
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Season 3
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Episode 23
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15:48

Where could Dominick Zator sign this summer?
Cavalry FC plays their archrival Forge FC this Saturday and we do a preview of the match.The Calgary Wild aren't playing this weekend because of the international break. We talk about the six Wild players that have been called up t...
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Season 3
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Episode 22
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37:09

Goals aplenty for Cavs, Wild earn draw in Vancouver
We recap Cavalry FC's big win vs Valour at Spruce Meadows. We also review the Calgary Wild's match vs Vancouver Rise that resulted in a 1-1 draw.Recaps and previews of League One Alberta matches also included.
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Season 3
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Episode 21
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22:12

Cavs draw in Can Champ, Wild looks for revenge on the west coast
We review Cavalry FC's latest match where they faced Vancouver FC in the Canadian Championship. The Cavs will face Valour on Sunday and we provide a preview of that match.We also preview the Calgary Wild match vs Vancouver Rise which wil...
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Season 3
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Episode 20
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25:52

Our 100th Episode
In our 100th episode, we talk about a landmark weekend in Calgary soccer. Two different Calgary pro soccer teams played home matches on the same weekend. Cavalry FC and the Calgary Wild both delivered wins in their respective matches. We review...
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Season 3
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Episode 19
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37:40

Who are some of the brightest young prospects on Cavalry FC?
We preview the Cavalry FC vs Pacific matchup at Spruce Meadows on Saturday as well as the Calgary Wild vs Montreal game at McMahon on Sunday.During our Cavalry segment, we talk about the development of the young prospects on the senior s...
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Season 3
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Episode 18
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39:33

Wild home opener draws big crowd, great Musse performance in Halifax
The Calgary Wild hosted their first ever home match at McMahon Stadium. We were both there and provide our thoughts about this moment in Calgary sports history.Cavalry FC return from the east coast with 3 points thanks to a dominant perf...
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Season 3
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Episode 17
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17:39

Excitement is building for the Calgary Wild home opener
The Calgary Wild will finally play their home opener at McMahon Stadium on Sunday. We preview the match and have an interview with forward Kahli Johnson. She talks about her move from Australia and how the season has been going so far.Ca...
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Season 3
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Episode 16
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31:36

Wild and Cavs on Toronto road trips and League One Alberta's first big match day
We recap this past weekend's soccer action for Calgary based teams in this episode. The Calgary Wild finished up their long road trip at York Lions Stadium where they faced AFC Toronto. One day later, Cavalry FC steppe...
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Season 3
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Episode 15
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23:13

Games galore and the end of an era as Foothills WFC leaves UWS
We talk about the Calgary Wild’s first ever win last weekend in Halifax. Cavalry FC stumbles in CPL play but dominates in the Canadian Championship. Both pro clubs play a bit earlier than usual so we moved up our release date so we could previe...
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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45:31

Atletico and Al Classico at Spruce Meadows while the Wild visit Halifax
Cavalry FC has two upcoming matches at Spruce Meadows. The first is on Saturday where they face Atletico Ottawa who have been in good form this season and are tied for first in the CPL standings. On Tuesday, they face Edmonton Scottish in...
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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31:12

Wild make history with first match and Cavs home opener preview
We talk about the Calgary Wild's first ever match. Despite the result, there were a lot of positives overall on the evening. Scott spoke with some fans at the Elephant and Castle during halftime of the Wild watch party. In that interview we lea...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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39:18

I'm Dreaming of a Wild Wednesday
The Calgary Wild's first ever match is this Wednesday evening in Vancouver. We talk with head coach Lydia Bedford about the preseason and expectations for the opening match and beyond. And we found out who the captain(s) of the team will be.
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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32:00

Can Cavalry FC add the Canadian Championship to their trophy case?
We preview Cavalry FC as they embark on their seventh season this weekend. Head coach/GM Tommy Wheeldon Jr joins us for his annual preseason visit. We talk about how they adapt after losing club icons like Daan Klomp and Charlie Trafford, the c...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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48:59

How does Calgary build the indoor soccer facilities it needs?
Carlo Bruneau, executive director of CMSA (Calgary Minor Soccer Association), joins us to talk about their program called Fields For Our Future (fieldsforourfuture.ca). The goal of this campaign is to raise awareness about the need for more ind...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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24:32

Happy two year podcastiversary!
In our 89th episode, we celebrate the second anniversary of the YYC Soccer Podcast. We review some of the biggest stories of the last 12 months and make some predictions about 2025.Scott has created a second anniversary treasure hunt for...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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49:46

It's All Greek to Kendall Showers
We interview Kendall Showers about her move from League One Alberta to OFI Crete in the Greek A Division. We discuss the challenge of joining a club in mid-season with the added twist of a language barrier. She also talks about what it's like t...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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34:28

Only 54 days until first Calgary Wild match as NSL schedule released
We have a short episode this week that provides updates regarding the Calgary Wild and Cavalry FC. The NSL schedule was released and we talk about first matches, home openers and match ups that intrigue us. The Wild signed veteran pro midfield ...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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14:18

Cavalry FC eliminated by Pumas in Mexico City
We give our thoughts about Cavalry's Champions Cup match in Mexico City. Despite a valiant effort with only 10 men, the Cavs were eliminated by Pumas 3-2 on aggregate. We have included audio from Tommy Wheeldon Jr's press conference as well.
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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27:15

Special Postgame Edition: Cavalry FC defeats Pumas
Cavalry FC becomes the first CPL club to defeat a LigaMX club. We chat about the match and also include some audio from the post match press conference.
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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28:43

Jay Herdman talks about joining Cavalry and Pumas match, Wild training camp begins
Our weekly episode arrives one day early so you can listen prior to the Cavalry vs Pumas match. We interview Jay Herdman about joining the club on loan last season, signing with the team for 2025 and what he thinks of the upcoming game vs Pumas...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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40:31

Cavs vs Pumas preview, Stewart twins sign for Wild and what's it like to win a NCAA national championship?
Next week Cavalry FC will play their "home" match in the CONCACAF Champions Cup vs Pumas. We review the finalized roster (with no Lowell Wright) and what we expect in this match.The Calgary Wild announced a few more signings this week, ...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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43:01
