Well, it is finally 2025!
This year the New England Revolution and Hartford Athletic will look to bounce back after missing the playoffs, Rhode Island FC will look to repeat its success from its inaugural campaign, USL League Two’s Northeast division will continue to be arguably the most competitive division in the league and Portland Hearts of Pine will kick off its inaugural USL League One campaign.
Like many sites (hat tip Hudson River Blue) we decided to publish our top stories of 2024. Happy New Year and get ready for what is sure to be a jam packed year off soccer.
P.S. Finding this data was a lot harder than one might expect.
The Story of Esmir Bajraktarevic, A Rising Star In American Soccer
The Story of Esmir Bajraktarevic, A Rising Star In American SoccerMany American soccer fans were introduced to Esmir Bajraktarevic during the U.S. Men’s National Team’s game against Slovenia on Jan. 20.
Seth Macomber
Corey Rockwell Explains What It's Like To Be A Professional Referee And What The PSRA Is Fighting For
Corey Rockwell Explains What It's Like To Be A Professional Referee And What The PSRA Is Fighting ForCorey Rockwell was scheduled to be an assistant referee for LAFC versus the Seattle Sounders during Week One of Major League Soccer.Seth Macomber
Report: Revolution Trade DeJuan Jones to Columbus
Report: Revolution Trade DeJuan Jones to ColumbusThe New England Revolution have reportedly made their first trade of the summer window. According to Caleb Pongratz of Prost Soccer, DeJuan Jones has been traded to Columbus for third-year left back Will Sands. The Blazing Musket can confirm the exchange.Greg Johnstone
An interview With Rhode Island FC Co-Founder, Owner Brett Johnson
An interview With Rhode Island FC Co-Founder, Owner Brett JohnsonAs Brett Johnson walks me around his Benevolent Capital office in Los Angeles, one thing becomes abundantly clear: he’s a man on a mission to elevate soccer in Rhode Island, Ipswich, and North America; growing the beautiful game. It’s clear he’s on track to do just that.Matt Entrekin
The Risks Paid Off For George D. Metellus
The Risks Paid Off For George D. MetellusNew England Revolution fans were treated to a truly sensational display of talent on Wednesday evening.Sam Minton
New England Revolution Stadium "Dead In The Water"
New England Revolution Stadium "Dead In The Water"The New England Revolution’s search for a soccer-specific stadium is back to square one after the economic development package that included a pathway for a stadium along the Mystic River in Everett is now “dead in the water”.The Blazing Musket is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support our work,…Josh Nye
Exclusive: Esmir Bajraktarevic Discusses International Future
Exclusive: Esmir Bajraktarevic Discusses International FutureEsmir Bajraktarevic has represented the United States internationally for his entire career so far but the winger could be making a switch to represent his parent’s homeland.The Blazing Musket is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a paid subscriber.Sam Minton
Report: Revolution Trade Three Players to San Jose
Josh Nye
Copa America 2024 Group B Primers: Ecuador, Jamaica, Mexico, Venezuela
Copa America 2024 Group B Primers: Ecuador, Jamaica, Mexico, VenezuelaCopa America 2024 continues with Group B play and an interesting litmus test for two of CONCACAF’s best teams.Jake Catanese
Report: Massachusetts State Senate Expected to Pass Revolution Stadium Bill
Report: Massachusetts State Senate Expected to Pass Revolution Stadium BillAfter years of searching, the Kraft family and the New England Revolution are on the verge of finally securing land to build a soccer-specific stadium!Josh Nye
