The Sporting KC Show

A conversation with Zorhan Bassong and previewing the Seattle matchup Sep 13, 2024

Blake and Jon break down the 1-1 draw against the New York Red Bulls and Peter Vermes weighs in with his thoughts following the match as well. A conversation with Zorhan Bassong in the second segment and wrapping up with a preview for this weekend's match against the Seattle Sounders on Sunday.

Sporting advances to the US Open Cup Final + Kayden Pierre is transferred to Racing Genk Sep 05, 2024

Sporting says farewell to homegrown Kayden Pierre after his transfer to Belgian side Genk, we recap the US Open Cup semifinal, preview the matchup against the New York Red Bulls this weekend, and finish out with USMNT preview for this weekend's match at Children's Mercy Park.

Benny Feilhaber - Sporting Legend! Aug 23, 2024

Previewing the matchups ahead against Orlando and Indy Eleven, a conversation with Peter Vermes ahead of the weekend, special guest Benny Feilhaber joins the show before he is recognized as a Sporting Legend on Saturday, and we heard from SKC players William Agada, Kayden Pierre, and Johnny Russell ahead of the final stretch of the season.

A conversation with Willy Agada, and welcome Joaquin Fernandez! Aug 16, 2024

Sporting welcomes Joaquin Fernandez to the club - and Blake catches up with Willy Agada

Looking Ahead to Columbus Aug 08, 2024

Blake and Jon assess Sporting KC's Leagues Cup group stage performance, and look forward to the knockout round matchup against the Columbus Crew. Head Coach Peter Vermes and midfielder Jake Davis also chime in with their thoughts about the upcoming matchup.

A discussion with Robert Castellanos and moving on in Leagues Cup Aug 02, 2024

Blake and Jon review the Leagues Cup win over Chicago, and look ahead to a familiar Liga MX foe in Toluca FC - plus a discussion with Robert Castellanos

Previewing Leagues Cup 2024 Jul 26, 2024

Blake and Jon look back at a busy month of July matches and look ahead at the upcoming Leagues Cup group stage matches.

Catching up with Ike Opara and previewing this weekend's St Louis matchup Jul 19, 2024

Blake and Jon are joined by former Sporting player and current SKC II assistant coach Ike Opara about his decorated playing career, and previewing this weekend's matchup with St Louis.

On To The USOC Semifinals! A Night To Remember At Children's Mercy Park Jul 12, 2024

Blake and Jon look back at a memorable (and well after midnight) USOC quarterfinal win...and ahead to two league matches in the next 5 days.

US Open Cup Quarterfinals preview + Mike Burns introduced as Sporting Director Jul 05, 2024

Blake and Jon review a very busy calendar - with a midweek match v Colorado, and MLS and USOC matchups with Dallas coming up.... plus Mike Burns is introduced as Sporting Director.

Roger Espinoza retires from soccer Jun 28, 2024

Roger Espinoza's comments as he announces his retirement....and Blake and Jon preview the upcoming Austin matchup.

Previewing Columbus and catching up with Aly Trost Martin Jun 21, 2024

Blake catches up with Aly Trost Martin on new new role at CBS Sports and previews Saturday's matchup at Columbus with the Crew's play by play announcer Chris Doran.

Checking in with the Captain Jun 14, 2024

Blake sits down with Johnny Russell after a big win over Seattle. Blake and Jon review that win, and look ahead to the Galaxy matchup.

Back Home Jun 14, 2024

Blake Aerni and Jon Kempin look ahead to the upcoming Seattle matchup, and Blake catches up with Nate Bukaty on his growing career as a national soccer broadcaster

Back to the great north in search of a win May 31, 2024

In this week's SKC Show, Blake Aerni sat down with Khiry Shelton to discuss his return to the field and how he plans to help the team come out of the current winless streak. Blake and Jon Kempin also preview Sporting's second trip to Minnesota in 5 weeks as they look to avenge the 2-1 loss at the end of April.

The mental side of the game May 24, 2024

In this week's SKC show, Blake Aerni sits down with Sporting Kansas City's mental performance coach Becky Wiseman. With May being 'Mental Health Awareness Month' Becky discusses her role with the club and pulls back the curtain on the mental side of the game. Blake is then joined by Jon Kempin to talk the fallout from the big US Open Cup win against Tulsa and to preview the trip to the Pacific Northwest this weekend to take on the Portland Timbers.

Sporting looking to get back on track May 04, 2024

This week on the SKC show, Blake Aerni sat down with right back Kayden Pierre who made his long awaited return to the pitch in Minnesota. Jon Kempin then joined Blake to discuss the upcoming game with high flying rivals Real Salt Lake.

A derby thriller in the rearview as Sporting head to the land of 10,000 lakes Apr 25, 2024

On this week's Sporting KC show Blake Aerni sits down with defender Andreu Fontas to talk about where the team is at this moment and how they are preparing for this next stretch of games. Then, Blake talks with Hallie Klanke one of the new NIL athletes and a member of the KU Womens soccer team. Jon Kempin then joins Blake to discuss the fallout from the 3-3 thriller with St Louis before previewing the upcoming trip to Minnesota.

Previewing the largest soccer match in KC history Apr 11, 2024

Blake Aerni, Jon Kempin, and Daniel Salloi discuss the upcoming match against Inter Miami CF, being played at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium!

3 Points Up North Apr 05, 2024

Blake Aerni and Jon Kempin discuss the latest match results, and sit down to chat with Remi Walter!

Agada hungry for goals as Sporting fly north of the border Mar 28, 2024

On this episode of the Sporting Kansas City show Blake Aerni sits down with last week's goal scorer Willy Agada as he talks about taking his chances early in the season. Later Blake sits down with Mizzou kicker and Sporting NIL athlete Blake Craig and manager of fan development Jon Felton to talk all things NIL.

Sporting complete Cali triple header with visit from the Galaxy Mar 21, 2024

In this week’s episode of the SKC show, Jake Davis sits down with Blake Aerni to discuss the early start to the season and the first win against San Jose. Later, Jon Kempin joins Blake to preview the upcoming western conference game vs LA Galaxy at Children’s Mercy Park.

Keeper talk Mar 15, 2024

Blake Aerni is joined by former SKC keeper Jon Kempin, with special guest, current SKC keeper Tim Melia.

Sporting heading to BMO for threemo Mar 08, 2024

In this week's Sporting Kansas City show Blake Aerni sat down with midfielder Rémi Walter to discuss his recent goal and celebration in the home opener with Philadelphia. Jon Kempin later joins Blake to discuss Sporting's upcoming away trip to Southern California against an LAFC side fresh off a 3-0 defeat in snowy Salt Lake.n

Argyles and Light shows and Boards oh my! Mar 01, 2024

The Sporting KC show is coming to you from this week's media day at Children's Mercy Park. Blake Aerni sat down with Captain Johnny Russell and goal scorer Erik Thommy as they discussed the score draw at Houston and how the team have been feeling this week. An old friend Nate Bukaty also joined the show to preview this week's home opener against the Philadelphia Union and talk all things MLS.

New faces, Familiar places Feb 22, 2024

Welcome back to the Sporting Kansas City show with your brand new hosts Blake Aerni and Jon Kempin. In this episode the pair talk about the new MLS season as Sporting prepare to head back to Houston in search of three points in match day one. Blake is also joined by forward Daniel Salloi who talks about his new number and his mindset going into 2024.

Legends move on as curtain comes down Sporting season Dec 06, 2023

On the final Sporting Kansas City show of the season, Aly Trost Martin and Nate Bukaty wrap up what was a rollercoaster year for the boys in blue. The crew are joined by MLS insider Tom Bogart to discuss this weekends upcoming MLS Cup final as well as Sporting's heartbreaking defeat in Houston. Aly and Nate also take time to pay tribute to two tremendous servants to the club in Graham Zusi and Roger Espinoza as they bring their illustrious Sporting career's to a close.

Pulido collects end of season gong as Sporting prepare for Houston! Nov 16, 2023

On this week's SKC show Aly Trost Martin and Nate Bukaty are joined by wingers Johnny Russell and Daniel Salloi to talk about the upcoming conference semi-final and what they have been doing to stay ready during this break between games. The crew also take a deep dive into the Houston Dynamo and discuss star striker Alan Pulido being named 'MLS Comeback Player Of The Year'.

We’re Alive! Nov 09, 2023

Sporting Kansas City have advanced to the next round of the MLS Cup playoff's. On this week's show, hosts Aly Trost Martin and Nate Bukaty are joined by right back Jake Davis to discuss the momentous playoff sweep of local rivals St Louis City. Later, Sports Radio 810’s Todd Leabo joins the crew to discuss the win and listen to some of the interviews in the locker room after the game.

Momentum builds as Vermes’ men take on STL Nov 09, 2023

On this week's Sporting KC show Nate Bukaty and Aly Trost Martin are joined by midfielder Remi Walter as he talks about the team and how the season has unfolded. The crew also look back at Sporting's dominant 4-1 win over St Louis City as well as looking forward to the biggest game off the season when the western conference winners come to the Soccer Capitol in search of revenge.

The Brick Wall sends Sporting to the next round Oct 27, 2023

In this week’s SKC show Aly Trost Martin and Nate Bukaty look back on a fantastic win over San Jose in the Wildcard round of MLS Cup Playoffs. The crew are also joined by Sacha Kljestan to discuss the next round where Sporting will meet St Louis City in that club’s first ever playoff game.

Pulido on fire as Chicago come to town Jun 23, 2023

This week on the Sporting Kansas City Show, Aly Trost Martin, Nate Bukaty and Blake Aerni preview the upcoming match with the Chicago Fire at Children's Mercy Park. We hear from Alan Pulido on his recent run of form after his double in Los Angeles on Wednesday night. The crew also discuss some USMNT after the recent Nations League victory over Mexico.

It’s slowin down, Im yelling Timbers! May 26, 2023

In this episode of the Sporting KC show Nate Bukaty is joined by Kendall McIntosh. The pair discuss Kendall's impact so far this season as well as his close connection with this week's opponent the Portland Timbers. Nate also catches up with Judah Newby and Jake Zivin from the Talk Timbers podcast to preview this week's big western conference matchup.

Me-ola buddy ol’ pal May 05, 2023

On this week's Sporting Kansas City show, Aly Trost Martin and Nate Bukaty are joined by former USMNT and Sporting Legend Tony Meola to talk all things Sporting and preview this week's massive western conference tie at Seattle. Tony also talks his new budding friendship with his co-commentary partner Nate Bukaty. All this and more...

Season Rev’s up as Sporting head to New England Apr 20, 2023

This week on the Sporting Kansas City Show, hosts Aly Trost Martin and Nate Bukaty recap a frustrating 3-0 loss in San Jose, play sound from Daniel Salloi after training this week & discuss the current state of the team. Then, they're joined by SKCII head coach Benny Feilhaber to talk about his team's recent success in the 2023 MLS Next Pro season, the progress from year one to year two for him & his staff. To close out, we hear a one-on-one interview Aly did with left back Logan Ndenbe before the crew preview Matchday 9 for SKC on the road at the New England Revolution.

Sporting head to San Jose in search of 3 points Apr 13, 2023

This week on the SKC Show, hosts Aly Trost Martin and Nate Bukaty discuss where this Sporting squad is at after last week's 1-0 loss to the Rapids. The crew also play audio from manager Peter Vermes' Thursday press conference. Then, MLS Season Pass analyst Max Cordaro joins the show to talk about the Earthquakes ahead of this weekend's match at PayPal Park.

Super Casti goes ballistic weather was atrocious! Apr 05, 2023

Sporting head back home this week on the heels of a hard fought draw with last year's MLS Cup finalists Philadelphia Union. Aly Trost Martin and Nate Bukaty sit down with new center-half Robert Castellanos to discuss his career and how he is settling in Kansas City as well as his new friendship with Alan Pulido. The crew also preview a huge western conference clash this weekend against a familiar foe in the Colorado Rapids.

Sporting head East in search of a win Mar 31, 2023

This week on the Sporting Kansas City Show, hosts Aly Trost Martin and Nate Bukaty recap a tough loss at home to Seattle last weekend. They also sat down with striker Willy Agada to discuss his start to the season as well as previewing their upcoming visit to the city of brotherly love for a massive clash with MLS Cup runners up from last season, the Philadelphia Union.

Sporting starting to click as Seattle come to town! Mar 23, 2023

On this week's Sporting Kansas City show Aly Trost Martin and Nate Bukaty are joined by our new German full back Tim Leibold. He reflects on his career in Germany, how he is settling in the Midwest and what his future holds with Sporting KC. The crew also preview a massive western conference clash against current CCL champions the Seattle Sounders.

Chances a-plenty as Sporting are bound for Dallas Mar 15, 2023

On this week's Sporting Kansas City show Aly Trost Martin and Nate Bukaty are joined by the 'Hungarian Assassin' Daniel Salloi to talk about facial hair (yes, really), the season and the upcoming trip to FC Dallas. We hear audio from midfielder Remi Walter and manager Peter Vermes after training on Tuesday and the crew also recap a positive but frustrating home opener vs LA Galaxy.

Excitement builds as LA come to town for the home opener Mar 08, 2023

This week on the Sporting KC Show, Aly Trost Martin and Nate Bukaty are live from media day talking all things home opener and stadium upgrades. Then, hear from forward Willy Agada, defenders Andreu Fontas and Chris Rindov & President/CEO Jake Reid. Aly and Nate close out the show previewing the LA Galaxy game with sound from manager Peter Vermes.

Week Two Rapidly approaching! Mar 02, 2023

On this week's show, Nate and Aly broke down Week One of MLS Season Pass on the Apple TV app, including Sporting's narrow loss at the Portland Timbers. The crew also caught up with Colorado Rapids analyst Jordan Angeli to preview this weekend's big Western conference game at Dick's Sporting Goods Park. All this and more!

MLS is back and so are we! Feb 24, 2023

The 2023 MLS season is right around the corner! That means the trio of Nate Bukaty, Aly Trost Martin and Conall McCourt are back to talk about all things Sporting Kansas City. With the dawn of a new broadcast era with MLS Season Pass on AppleTV looming, the crew preview Sporting's opening match away at the Portland Timbers on Monday evening as well as the new playoff format and some role changes within the show. Nate, who is in Arizona for preseason, sits down with the gaffer Peter Vermes to talk about his contract extension and how the team are preparing for this season opener in the Pacific North-West.

A conversation with manager Peter Vermes ahead of Decision Day Oct 05, 2022

This week on The Sporting Kansas City Show, presented by Michelob Ultra, Nate Bukaty, Aly Trost Martin and Conall McCourt recap an exciting 1-0 win over the Seattle Sounders in SKC's home finale on Sunday. Then, manager Peter Vermes joins the show to talk about the 2022 season, the upcoming offseason, World Cup & so much more. To close out the last show of the season, Nate & Conall wrap things up one last time in '22.

Sporting’s Humanitarian of the Year Khiry Shelton joins the show, a preview of the Sounders game and more Sep 28, 2022

This week on The Sporting Kansas City Show, presented by Michelob Ultra, Nate Bukaty, Jacob Peterson and Conall McCourt opened the show by discussing Sporting's recent form and previewing Sporting's upcoming game against the Seattle Sounders at Children's Mercy Park on Sunday, 10/2. The trio also discusses whether or not the 2022 MLS season would be considered a failure for the Sounders after winning the CCL earlier this year. Then, forward Khiry Shelton joined the show to talk about his Sporting Club Award for Humanitarian of the Year, the team finishing the season strong & more.

The future of Sporting KC, USMNT storylines and more with Tom Bogert Sep 20, 2022

This week, Nate Bukaty, Aly Trost Martin and Conall McCourt sit down to recap an exciting 4-1 win over Minnesota this past weekend and talk about Sporting KC's continued dominance since the start of August. Then, MLS and USMNT Insider Tom Bogert joins the show to talk about the future of SKC, MLS Playoffs, USMNT roster & more.

Goalkeeper John Pulskamp talks stopping Chicharito’s Panenka, playing where he grew up & more following 2-2 draw at LA Galaxy Sep 07, 2022

This week on the Sporting Kansas City Show, presented by Michelob Ultra, hosts Nate Bukaty and Aly Trost Martin recapped a wild 2-2 draw at the LA Galaxy on Sunday with Conall McCourt. Then, the man who saved Chicharito's failed Panenka penalty attempt, John Pulskamp, joined the show to talk about that play, the heated interaction he shared w/ Chicharito beforehand, playing back in the place he grew up, the team's recent form & more. To close out the show, Nate, Aly and Conall discuss all of the news surrounding Houston Dynamo, SKC's next opponent, after the club announced they are moving on from head coach Paulo Nagamura & assistant coaches Jimmy Nielsen and Chris Martinez.

Get to know Sporting KC Academy Director Declan Jogi Aug 30, 2022

This week on the Sporting Kansas City Show presented by Michelob Ultra, hosts Aly Trost Martin and Conall McCourt discuss recent form & big 1-0 win over the San Jose Earthquakes this past weekend. Then, new Sporting KC Academy Director Declan Jogi joins the show for a long-form interview. Aly and Conall talk with Declan about his upbringing, path to coaching & Kansas City and so much more. To close out the show, Aly and Conall quickly preview Sporting's next match at the LA Galaxy on Sunday 9/4 at 7 p.m. CT.

It’s raining goals for Sporting KC! Plus, a conversation with Andreu Fontas Aug 23, 2022

This week on The Sporting Kansas City Show, presented by Michelob Ultra, hosts Nate Bukaty and Aly Trost Martin are joined by Conall McCourt to talk media games, a big win over Portland & much more. Then, center back Andreu Fontas joins Nate and Aly to talk about his back-to-back goals, navigating adversity this season, the team's growing confidence, playing in front of his family & more. To close things out, Nate and Conall preview what is sure to be a wild match against the San Jose Earthquakes at Children's Mercy Park this Saturday at 7:30 p.m.

A Retro Week special with Ike Opara Aug 16, 2022

It's Retro Week! To get ready for Sunday's Retro Night match between Sporting Kansas City (read: The Kansas City Wizards) and the Portland Timbers, hosts Nate Bukaty and Aly Trost Martin are joined by Conall McCourt to talk through some audio from Tuesday's media availability after training with manager Peter Vermes, center back Andreu Fontas and captain Johnny Russell. Then, SKCII head coach Ike Opara joins Nate and Aly to talk hair, his new role as coach, all things retro & more as Ike gets real about his personal head injury journey. To close out the show, Nate and Aly welcome back Conall to play more practice sound & discuss some of their favorite songs from the 90s.

Meet SKC midfielder Erik Thommy Aug 10, 2022

This week on the Sporting Kansas City Show, hosts Nate Bukaty and Aly Trost Martin were joined by Conall McCourt to recap SKC's exciting 4-2 win over the LA Galaxy this past weekend & discuss what players and manager Peter Vermes had to say during media availability on Tuesday. Then, midfielder Erik Thommy joined the show and talked about what life was like growing up in Germany, his leadership style, goal celebration, new life in America and more! To close out the show, Nate, Aly and Conall look ahead to a rematch with Austin FC in Texas this Saturday at 8 p.m. CT.

Get to know Willy Agada, Sporting KC’s new center forward Aug 03, 2022

This week on the Sporting Kansas City Show, presented by Michelob Ultra, Nate Bukaty and Aly Trost Martin are joined by Conall McCourt at the top of the show to recap a tough week last week for SKC & find the positives as the team enters a new month. Then, new forward Willy Agada joins Nate and Aly to talk about what life was like growing up in Nigeria, what influenced his style of play, impressions of America, his first couple of games in front of fans at CMP and more! Then, Jacob Peterson joined Nate and Aly at the end of the show to preview this week's match against the LA Galaxy.

USOC Semifinal preview, Soccer Capital of America weekend and more Jul 26, 2022

On this week's Sporting KC Show, presented by Michelob Ultra, Nate Bukaty and Aly Trost Martin recap a tough loss to LAFC over the weekend & point out a few bright spots. Then, Kevin Nguyen of the Sacramento Bee joins the show to provide insight on Sacramento Republic ahead of Wednesday's USOC Semifinal match. Final Whistle Postgame Show host & the voice of The Kansas City Current Dave Borchardt is Nate and Aly's guest in segment 3 to talk some NWSL and KC Current to help promote this weekend's Soccer Capital of America ticket promotion at CMP. To close out the show, Nate and Aly play some sound from the Sacramento Republic press conferences.

Willy Agada and Erik Thommy are in KC, USWNT wins CONCACAF Championship and more... Jul 20, 2022

On this week's Sporting KC Show - presented by Michelob Ultra - Aly Trost Martin and Jacob Peterson talk about Sporting's 4 points gained in three road games, the arrivals of Willy Agada and Erik Thommy & hear from both players in their introductory pressers on Tuesday. Then, Aly's joined by Lisa Roman of CBS Sports to talk about the USWNT's CONCACAF W Championship & what storylines fans should be watching ahead of the United States' trip to KC in Sept for a friendly against Nigeria. To close out the show, Aly and Jacob look ahead to Sporting's upcoming matches against LAFC, Sacramento (USOC) and Austin FC.

GK John Pulskamp on a gritty draw at MNUFC and SKCII HC Benny Feilhaber... Jul 14, 2022

This week on the Sporting KC Show, Nate Bukaty and Aly Trost Martin discuss a big road draw at Minnesota & are joined by special guests Benny Feilhaber, head coach of SKCII, and GK John Pulskamp, who contributed in a big way and Sporting earn that road result on Wednesday. To close out the show, Nate and Aly look ahead to another road game at rival Real Salt Lake on Sunday.

Get to know midfielder Remi Walter Jul 06, 2022

This week on the Sporting Kansas City Show, Nate Bukaty & Aly Trost Martin were joined by Jacob Peterson to break down a frustrating loss to the New York Red Bulls over the weekend. Then, midfielder Remi Walter, who's been a key part of Sporting's midfield this season, joined Nate and Aly to talk about life growing up in France, influences on his soccer career, match day rituals and more. To close out the show, Jacob re-joined the crew to preview this weekend's match at CF Montreal.

The 2026 World Cup is coming to Kansas City! Jun 29, 2022

This week's edition of the Sporting KC Show aired on Sports Radio 810 WHB on Tuesday as hosts Nate Bukaty and Jacob Peterson looked ahead to the club's cross-conference clash with the New York Red Bulls at 7 p.m. CT on Sunday at Children's Mercy Park and talked KC2026 with Sporting KC Director of Communications Kurt Austin.

A big road win in Nashville, convo with Felipe Hernandez, Open Cup preview and more... Jun 21, 2022

This week on the Sporting Kansas City Show - presented by Michelob Ultra - hosts Nate Bukaty, Aly Trost Martin & Jacob Peterson broke down Sporting's first road win, 2-1, over Nashville SC this weekend. Then, one of Sporting's goal scorers from the game, Felipe Hernandez, joined the show to talk about the win, what it was like playing back in his hometown in front of his family and more. To close out the show, Nate, Aly and Jacob preview Sporting's U.S. Open Cup Quarterfinal match against USL League One's Union Omaha!

SKC vs NE recap, a convo with Nashville GM Mike Jacobs & MLS new broadcast deal with Apple TV Jun 15, 2022

This week on the Sporting KC Show, Nate Bukaty and Conall McCourt recap last weekend’s game vs New England at Children's Mercy Park on Sunday. Then, Nate is joined by GM of Nashville SC Mike Jacobs in preparation of Sporting’s upcoming away trip to the Music City. We also got live reactions from the guys as the show was taping when MLS announced their new broadcast deal with Apple TV.

USMNT, a convo with Uri Rosell & Revs preview Jun 07, 2022

This week on the Sporting KC Show, Nate Bukaty, Aly Trost and Jacob Peterson recap the USMNT international friendly against Uruguay at Children's Mercy Park on Sunday & give their thoughts on some of the biggest roster questions ahead of the World Cup in Qatar. Then, Uri Rosell joins Nate and Aly in the second segment to talk about his trip to Colorado over the break, what it was like coming up in the Barcelona youth system & more. Then, to close out the show, Nate, Aly and Jacob preview Sunday's match against the New England Revolution at 2 p.m. at CMP.

An in-depth conversation with Grant Wahl on all things USMNT, MLS broadcast rights and more May 31, 2022

This week on the Sporting Kansas City Show, presented by Michelob Ultra, Nate Bukaty and Aly Trost and Conall McCourt are joined by American U.S. Soccer journalist Grant Wahl (GrantWahl.com) to discuss the new MLS broadcast rights deal, USMNT friendlies at the World Cup roster, potential 2026 World Cup host cities & more! Plus, a recap of Sporting KC's 1-0 loss to Vancouver over the weekend, thoughts on the international break & look ahead to the USMNT friendly vs Uruguay at Children's Mercy Park on Sunday!

Talking with John Pulskamp, recapping back-to-back results for SKC and an Open Cup Round of 16 preview May 25, 2022

This week on the Sporting KC Show, Nate Bukaty, Aly Trost and Jacob Peterson break down two huge results for Sporting in the last week against the Colorado Rapids and San Jose Earthquakes. Then, Nate and Aly are joined by 21-year-old keeper John Pulskamp to talk about his game against FC Dallas in the Open Cup Round of 32, his role with the second team, his go-to karaoke song & more. Then, Jacob re-joins the show to preview Wednesday’s Round of 16 Open Cup match against Paulo Nagamura’s Houston Dynamo!

Get to know 19-year-old right back Kayden Pierre May 17, 2022

This week on the Sporting Kansas City Show, presented by Michelob Ultra, Nate Bukaty, Aly Trost and Conall McCourt discuss a forgettable loss at Portland over the weekend and look ahead to Wednesday's midweek matchup against the Colorado Rapids. Then, young right back Kayden Pierre joins the show and talks about his growth as a pro athlete, his family, favorite things to do off the field, what he's worked on to improve his game & more. Lastly, the crew closes out the show by discussing roster news & the latest injury report ahead of Colorado and San Jose.

Daniel ”Showtime” Salloi joins the show following his TOTW performance against FC Dallas May 03, 2022

This week's show opens with Nate Bukaty, Aly Trost and Conall McCourt breaking down Sporting's 2-2 draw against FC Dallas, talking about what was learned during Tuesday's media availability after training and looking ahead to a tough road trip against NYCFC on 5/7. Then, forward Daniel Salloi joins Nate and Aly to discuss the team's come from behind draw, his role in both goals, NYCFC and more. Plus, Salloi gives Aly some tips ahead of NYC since it'll be her first time in The Big Apple. To close the show, analyst Jacob Peterson joins Nate and Conall to give his thoughts on the draw and the match ahead.

A conversation with Kortne Ford following his TOTW performance against Columbus Apr 26, 2022

This week hosts Nate Bukaty and Aly Trost were re-joined by the third member of the SKC broadcast team, Jacob Peterson. The trio discussed Sporting's hard-fought 0-0 draw against Columbus at home last weekend, breaking down the team's solid defensive performance with center backs Kortne Ford & Robert Voloder playing big roles on a windy & rainy night at Children's Mercy Park. Then, Ford joined Nate and Aly to talk about his routine, journey to get back on the field following a devastating knee injury, what drives him and so much more. To close out the show, Nate and Aly quickly look ahead to next weekend's match against 4th place FC Dallas.

Open Cup talk, LAFC recap, Columbus Crew preview and a conversation with Nikola Vujnovic Apr 19, 2022

This week on The Sporting Kansas City Show, Nate Bukaty and Aly Trost are joined by Conall McCourt to recap Sporting’s 3-1 loss at LAFC, discuss the return of the Open Cup & talk about some of what they heard at Tuesday’s SKC media availability with Peter Vermes, Daniel Salloi and Logan Ndenbe. Then, forward Nikola Vujnovic joined the show to talk some NBA, F1 & his impression of MLS & Kansas City. To close out the show, the trio looks ahead to Saturday’s home match against the Columbus Crew.

One-on-one with Ben Sweat, talk of tattoos, Nashville breakdown, Harry Potter and more Apr 12, 2022

SKC broadcast crew member Conall McCourt comes off the bench to join Nate Bukaty & Aly Trost in this week’s show. The trio starts the show by recapping a frustrating 2-1 loss to Nashville SC over the weekend and then discusses some sights & sounds at Tuesday’s training session. Then, Nate and Aly sit down with left back Ben Sweat to talk about his journey back from an ACL tear last year, bad haircuts, tattoos & more. To close out the show, Conall rejoins & the crew talks some Harry Potter (?) and Nate does some voice impressions before seamlessly bringing the group back to next weekend’s match in LA against LAFC.

A convo with GK Tim Melia, preview of SKC vs Nashville SC, World Cup draw reaction & more... Apr 06, 2022

Nate Bukaty, Aly Trost and Jacob Peterson open the show by recapping Sporting's 1-0 loss to Vancouver on the road last week & discuss the USMNT's World Cup draw. In segment two, Nate and Aly are joined by goalkeeper Tim Melia & close out the show previewing Saturday's match against Nashville SC at Children's Mercy Park.

USMNT talk, a conversation with captain Johnny Russell and more... Mar 29, 2022

The show opens with Nate Bukaty, Aly Trost and Jacob Peterson talking all things USMNT. Then, captain Johnny Russell sits down with Nate and Aly to talk about family, backyard football in Scotland, mind games & more. Lastly, Jacob rejoins the show to preview Saturday's game in Vancouver against the Whitecaps.

Previewing USMNT in WCQ, SKC vs RSL and a conversation with Roger Espinoza Mar 22, 2022

This week hosts Nate Bukaty and Aly Trost sit down with Sporting broadcast analyst Jacob Peterson to talk (Nate off the ledge) about USMNT in World Cup Qualifiers & preview Sporting's match against Real Salt Lake this weekend. Plus, veteran midfielder Roger Espinoza joins Nate and Aly to talk about this season, the SKC's rivalry with RSL, married life & more!

A conversation with midfielder Cam Duke, preview of Chicago & more with Nate Bukaty, Aly Trost and Jacob Peterson Mar 15, 2022

Nate Bukaty, Aly Trost and Jacob Peterson break down Saturday's 2-0 loss to the Colorado Rapids on the road & recap Tuesday's media availability out at training. Then, midfielder Cam Duke joins the show to talk about his goals for this season, the Colorado game and more. To close out the show, Nate, Aly and Jacob talk about the progression of the young players & preview Sporting's upcoming match in Chicago.

Recapping Sporting’s 1-0 home opener win, celebrating International Women’s Day with Chioma Atanmo & previewing Colorado Mar 09, 2022

Hosts Nate Bukaty & Aly Trost are re-joined by the great Conall McCourt to recap Sporting Kansas City's hard-fought 1-0 win over the Houston Dynamo & to preview the next match against the Colorado Rapids. Plus, Sporting's own Chioma Atanmo joins the show for International Women's Day (and her birthday)!

2022 home opener preview, ATL recap & a deep dive into the new broadcast tools with Kerry Zavagnin Mar 03, 2022

Hosts Nate Bukaty and Aly Trost are joined by team broadcast analyst Jacob Peterson to break down the 3-1 loss to Atlanta United, preview Saturday's home opener against the Houston Dynamo and talk about the upcoming season. Plus, assistant coach Kerry Zavagnin joins to talk more in-depth about ChyronHego/TRACAB and what this new technology means for the technical staff and broadcast.

Talking new fan-driven broadcast strategy with Jake Reid, secondary kit with Chad Reynolds & a conversation interview with Khiry Shelton in AZ Feb 23, 2022

Hosts Nate Bukaty and Aly Trost recorded this week's show at Tuesday's STM event at J. Rieger Co. Listen as they talk about the new fan-driven broadcast strategy & partnerships with Sporting KC's CEO and President Jake Reid. Then, Chad Reynolds, Senior Director of Brand, joined the show to talk about the new secondary kit & upcoming season. Lastly, a special one-on-one interview with Aly and Sporting's No. 9, Khiry Shelton, at SKC Preseason in AZ.

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A 2022 Sporting KC Preseason Special with Nate Bukaty, Aly Trost, Jacob Peterson and Peter Vermes Feb 15, 2022

The Sporting Kansas City broadcast crew sits down to recap a busy offseason, talk preseason storylines & much more as the team gets ready for the 2022 regular season. Plus, an exclusive interview with manager Peter Vermes!

What a night at CMP! 3-1 over Vancouver + RSL in KC on Sunday! Nov 23, 2021

Nate and Aly are joined by Jacob Peterson to look back on an amazing night at Children's Mercy Park as Sporting tops Vancouver 3-1 in the first round of the MLS Cup Playoffs...plus Peter Vermes joins from Compass Minerals National Performance Center.

Breaking down US/Jamaica - and previewing Sporting‘s first round playoff match Nov 16, 2021

Nate and Aly break down the US/Jamaica WCQ match - and connect with Peter Vermes and Graham Zusi in preparation for the first round of the MLS playoffs.

Talking WCQ‘s with Gianluca Busio! Plus a recap of Decision Day and previewing the MLS playoffs Nov 10, 2021

On the heels of his national team callup for World Cup qualifiers, Gianluca Busio joins Nate and Aly to talk the USMNT qualifying window, plus a look at Decision Day, the 2021 MLS Playoffs, and Matt Besler's retirement.

Breaking down the final week of the MLS regular season with Jacob Peterson and Andreu Fontàs Nov 02, 2021

Nate and Aly are joined by Jacob Peterson and Andreu Fontàs to break down Sporting's last two regular season matches and look ahead to the MLS Playoffs

Sporting wins in Seattle again + another big week for soccer in KC! Oct 26, 2021

Nate and Aly discuss another big week in the Soccer Capital Of America! Nate and Aly talk another big win in Seattle, and set up a big Western Conference matchup with the Galaxy on Wednesday...plus more huge soccer news in KC!

The race for the Western Conference, KC2026, and the USWNT in KC! Oct 19, 2021

Nate and Aly talk the final few weeks of the regular season and the race for the top of the western conference, as well as Kansas City's bid to host the FIFA World Cup in 2026!

Tom Bogert joins to talk USMNT World Cup qualifying and the MLS regular season home stretch Oct 12, 2021

Nate and Aly are joined by MLSSocccer.com's Tom Bogert to look at the USMNT's World Cup qualifying results and review the last few weeks of the MLS regular season.

Peter Vermes, Vlatko Andonovski, and the USWNT in Kansas City! Oct 06, 2021

Nate and Aly host Peter Vermes and Vlatko Andonovski this week, following a media day around the USWNT coming to Kansas City...plus Hartzell Gray reviews a dramatic media match at CMP!

After being honored at CMP on Sunday, Seth Sinovic guests + previewing TX matchups! Sep 28, 2021

Nate and Aly are joined by Seth Sinovic to talk his impressive career at Sporting, plus a look toward another week of important Western Conference matchups

Daniel Salloi and a new Leagues Cup format coming in 2023 Sep 21, 2021

Daniel Salloi is Nate, Aly and Conall's guest - talking the 2021 season, his first national team caps....and home ownership! The crew also talk the newly announced Leagues Cup format to start in 2023.

Johnny Russell is our guest, plus a preview of the next round of the nicest(?) rivalry Sep 14, 2021

Johnny Russell joins Nate and Conall to talk the 2022 season so far, plus Aly joins to set the stage for the next round of 'nicest rivalry in sports'

First two USMNT World Cup qualifiers + Looking ahead to Saturday‘s Chicago matchup Sep 07, 2021

Nate, Aly and Conall talk USMNT world cup qualifiers and John Tice joins to talk plans for the Chicago matchup on Saturday night

USMNT World Cup qualifiers with Charles Boehm + Previewing the LAFC matchup Aug 31, 2021

Nate and Aly are joined by Charles Boehm to talk the USMNT's upcoming World Cup qualifiers and Scott French guests to talk Friday's LAFC matchup

Andreu Fontàs and Jacob Peterson join to talk Sporting‘s result in Minnesota + All Star Week Aug 24, 2021

Jacob Peterson joins Nate and Aly on the show this week, to discuss the impact of Saturday's hard fought result in Minnesota, and Andreu Fontàs calls in to talk the 2021 season so far, and his experience as as player at Sporting.

Another huge week of matchups for Sporting.....plus Kathy Sudeikis joins! Aug 17, 2021

Nate, Aly and Conall preview this week's Portland matchup, plus Kathy Sudeikis joins to talk Ted Lasso!

Jon Arnold joins to talk CONCACAF and Leagues Cup as Sporting is first in the West heading into an FC Dallas matchup Aug 11, 2021

Jon Arnold joins Nate and Aly to talk CONCACAF and FC Dallas just two weeks after the two teams last met, plus Leagues Cup and Sporting's new Argentine-Italian midfielder Jose Mauri.

Talking an incredible Gold Cup final with Jacob Peterson and reviewing this past week's FC Dallas matchup Aug 04, 2021

Jacob Peterson joins Nate, Aly and Conall to talk the US Gold Cup win and this past week's FC Dallas matchup

Patrick Mahomes now a Sporting owner! + Nicolas Isimat-Mirin discusses the big win at Seattle Jul 27, 2021

Nate, Aly and Conall talk the big news of Patrick Mahomes joining the Sporting ownership group and connect with Nicolas Isimat-Mirin to break down a signature win at Seattle.

Talking Gold Cup & Gianluca Busio with Gianluca's Mom! Jul 14, 2021

Gianluca Busio's Mom is our guest! Dr Dionne Busio joins...to tell Nate, Aly and Conall about the journey that brought Gianluca to that amazing moment at Children's Mercy Park on Sunday as he made his debut with the USMNT.

Fireworks in LA as Sporting wins 2-0 and MLSsoccer.com's Tom Bogert on the Gold Cup group stage in KC Jul 07, 2021

Aly and Conall review Sporting's 2-0 win in LA and preview the Gold Cup coming to KC with MLSsoccer.com's Tom Bogert.

Another one to remember at Children's Mercy Park, Amadou Dia, and the coming Galaxy matchup Jun 29, 2021

The goals, the rain....the RAINBOW. What a match on Saturday. Nate, Aly and Conall relive the experience of the LAFC win, and Amadou Dia joins to talk about the 2021 season so far and being a fan of the French national team.

Benny Feilhaber, Gold Cup and the Colorado & LAFC matchups Jun 22, 2021

The Gold Cup is literally in the house (or studio at least) as Nate, Aly and Conall preview the group stage (to be played at CMP) with Benny Feilhaber and discuss his new role with Sporting.

Daniel Salloi, MLSsoccer.com's Tom Bogert, and a look toward Portland Jun 15, 2021

MLSsoccer.com's Tom Bogert joins Nate, Aly and Conall to talk Busio rumors and preview the upcoming Portland match, and Daniel Salloi talks about a strong start to the season.

Andrew Wiebe, USMNT wins Nations League, ATX match preview Jun 09, 2021

MLS Extratime's Andrew Wiebe joins Nate, Aly and Conall as they talk USMNT, the Busio rumors, and preview the Austin FC match on Saturday.

Sporting KC Show - June 1, 2021 w/Kerry Zavagnin Jun 01, 2021

Nate, Aly and Conall discuss the huge 3-2 win over Houston at a full capacity Children's Mercy Park this past Saturday. They also connect with Kerry Zavagnin to discuss the use of analytics in soccer.

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