Welcome in ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, to RFK Refugees Podcast. In this episode of the RFK Refugees podcast, hosts Ted and Jon discuss the NWSL offseason, focusing on DC United's roster decisions and the implications for the upcoming season. They analyze the players who have been let go, the potential for new signings, and the overall direction of the team. The conversation also touches on the challenges of the current MLS playoff schedule and the possibility of a shift to a fall-spring season. Listener questions are addressed, providing insights into fan perspectives and expectations for the future. In this conversation, Ted and Jon discuss various aspects of soccer, focusing on the MLS, DC United, and the NWSL. They explore seasonal trends in fan engagement, the future of the Leagues Cup, and the challenges of scheduling. The duo delves into DC United's need for a new goalkeeper, the transparency issues surrounding injury reporting in the NWSL, and the ownership's commitment to winning. They also reflect on the importance of a full-time academy and the expectations for the upcoming season, emphasizing the need for key signings to ensure playoff contention. The conversation wraps up with reflections on their podcasting journey and the community engagement that keeps them motivated. 00:00 Introduction and Weekend Recap 02:59 NWSL Offseason Overview 06:07 DC United Roster Decisions 11:51 Analysis of Departing Players 18:01 Future Prospects and Team Strategy 23:57 Discussion on League Structure and Scheduling 29:58 Fan Questions and Closing Thoughts 33:09 Seasonal Trends in Soccer Engagement 36:47 DC United's Goalkeeper Dilemma 39:11 Ownership Commitment to Winning 41:25 Rebuilding the Roster: Expectations and Challenges 45:11 Key Signings for Playoff Contention 49:30 The Importance of a Full-Time Academy 55:25 Reflections on Podcasting and Community Engagement 01:00:05 Evaluating Player Transfers and Future Prospects Join us Live Monday at 8:30PM and Subscribe so you can get this and every episode wherever you get your podcasts! Thank you for listening! If you like what you hear and you want to help support our show and get exclusive content, head on over to our Patreon or subscribe to our Twitch page with your free Amazon sub (or your American Fiat Currency!) Follow us on Twitter, Threads, Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky, Youtube and Golz.tv. Vamos! RFKRefugees.com