Empire Strykers Statement Weekend | Alex Sanchez "Jordan Game" | MASL Monday
Release Date: 01/26/2026
Dr. Joe Machnik on Indoor Soccer, U.S. Soccer History & His New Book
MASL Monday
On a special episode of MASL Monday, Phil Lavanco is joined by Dr. Joe Machnik, one of the most influential figures in American soccer history, to discuss his remarkable career. The conversation explores the impact of indoor soccer on the growth of the game in the United States and its place within today’s Major Arena Soccer League (MASL) before turning to Dr. Machnik’s new book, From the Sandlots to the World Cup, a firsthand account of seven decades of U.S. soccer history and the evolution of the sport from grassroots to the world stage.
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MASL Midseason Awards Breakdown | Sockers vs Stars Rivalry? | MASL Monday
MASL Monday
On this week's episode of MASL Monday, Joseph Reina stopped by to join Alex and Phil as we handed out our midseason awards. Was the trio correct in their preseason predictions? Who do they have now, and what was the only unanimous decision the group made? Plus, the Empire Strykers had a pair of road games this weekend, with Milwaukee heading to Utica. Are the Tacoma Stars and San Diego Sockers the best rivalry this season?
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Empire Strykers Statement Weekend | Alex Sanchez "Jordan Game" | MASL Monday
MASL Monday
The Empire Strykers had a weekend! The West Coast team started the weekend by vanquishing the San Diego Sockers on their home turf. Then the Strykers whalloped the Kansas City Comets on Sunday night. Have the Strykers righted the ship? The weekend's home-and-home between the St. Louis Ambush and Milwaukee Wave was electric! Alex and Phil break down the action from the weekend and ponder the MVP candidacy of Alex Sanchez.
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Are There 3 Elite Teams in the MASL? | Tacoma Stars Breakdown | MASL Monday
MASL Monday
Have three teams pulled away from the rest of the MASL pack? Tacoma Stars play-by-play announcer Payton Berens joined Alex Bastovansky and Phil Lavanco to run through the weekend's indoor soccer action! The Milwaukee Wave and San Diego Sockers squared off in a battle between the league's top two teams. Milwaukee then turned around to face the Kansas City Comets. Alex, Phil, and Payton put the league's top three teams under the microscope. Plus, Payton shares his thoughts on the Tacoma Stars. What has gone well for the Tacoma Stars this season?
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What Does It Take To Close Out a Win in the MASL? | Soccer Signal
MASL Monday
Welcome to the first episode of Soccer Signal, the Major Arena Soccer League’s newest analysis series, breaking down the indoor game from both sides of the glass: the analytical press box and the technical coaching floor. Hosts Joseph Reina and Mark Litton discuss how winning teams protect late leads, exploring the tactics, decision-making, and in-game adjustments that lead to wins. Using advanced data and league-wide trends, Joe and Mark add critical context to the results fans see every week. This episode also features an exclusive interview with Baltimore Blast Head Coach David Bascome,...
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Sockers Sweep, Tacoma Stuns Ambush & Comets vs Wave Breakdown | MASL Monday
MASL Monday
The San Diego Sockers swept their pair of East Coast games against the Baltimore Blast and Utica City FC in an oddly similar fashion. Alex and Phil break down both contests and wonder whether San Diego is now the team to beat in the MASL. Plus, a dramatic ending to the Tacoma Stars vs. St. Louis Ambush match left the guys speechless! Is Tacoma for real this season? Finally, Alex and Phil pay tribute to Comets broadcaster Nick Vasos on Nick Vasos Day and analyze the Kansas City Comets vs. Milwaukee Wave.
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Vibe CHECK! | How should you feel about ALL 8 teams | MASL Monday
MASL Monday
On this week's episode of MASL Monday, Alex Bastovansky and Phil Lavanco do a vibe check for all the teams in the MASL! The pair welcomed Baltimore Blast commentator and host Brad Crossley to the show to break down the current status of the Major Arena Soccer League teams. How did your team do? Find out in the latest episode of MASL Monday!
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Utica City STUNS Milwaukee! Hewerton Reacts + I-70 Cup Breakdown | MASL Monday
MASL Monday
On this week’s episode of MASL Monday, Alex and Phil are joined by Utica City Head Coach Hewerton Moreira following Utica’s dramatic come-from-behind victory over the Milwaukee Wave. They discuss whether the match was a must-win for Utica and how the team can carry that momentum into their New Year’s Eve showdown against Baltimore. Plus, Baltimore is coming off a big win over the Wave on Saturday night—can they prove they can succeed on a bigger field? And finally, Kansas City takes down St. Louis to claim the I-70 Cup. All the action from the holiday calendar is breaking down on MASL...
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St. Louis Ambush Star Will Eskay Talks Season, Big Win & MASL Power Shifts | MASL Monday
MASL Monday
St. Louis Ambush star Will Eskay joins MASL Monday to discuss how the season has gone for the St. Louis Ambush. Will breaks down St. Louis' massive victory over the Empire Strykers and the tough battle against the Kansas City Comets. He also chats about the locker room atmosphere and his expectations for the rest of the season. Also on the show, the Tacoma Stars are the only undefeated team remaining in the MASL. How have they accomplished such a feat? The Milwaukee Wave had a huge win over the Baltimore Blast, all on the latest episode of MASL Monday!
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PARITY rules in the MASL | Everyone can beat everyone | MASL Monday
MASL Monday
On this week's episode, Erik Bergurd joins Alex Bastyovansky to discuss the wild weekend of MASL action. The Comets' broadcaster dives into the games after Friday night's upset by the Milwaukee Wave and a bounce-back victory over Utica City FC. Did the Tacoma Stars have the best weekend out there? Tacoma's debut weekend saw them sweep the favored Baltimore Blast. And the San Diego Sockers secured an easy win over the Empire Strykers. Plus, Erik grades the MASL Monday team of the week!
info_outlineThe Empire Strykers had a weekend! The West Coast team started the weekend by vanquishing the San Diego Sockers on their home turf. Then the Strykers whalloped the Kansas City Comets on Sunday night. Have the Strykers righted the ship? The weekend's home-and-home between the St. Louis Ambush and Milwaukee Wave was electric! Alex and Phil break down the action from the weekend and ponder the MVP candidacy of Alex Sanchez.