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  <title>Off the Bench</title>
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  <language>en-us</language>
  <copyright>&#x2117; &amp; &#xA9; 2014 Off the Bench</copyright>
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  <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Off The Bench is now a member of Soccerwire.com. It is the mission of Off The Bench to provide commentary and thoughts on both Major League Soccer and the North American Soccer scene overall. This can include but is not limited to the U.S. Men's and Wo...]]></itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
  <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Off The Bench is now a member of Soccerwire.com. It is the mission of Off The Bench to provide commentary and thoughts on both Major League Soccer and the North American Soccer scene overall. This can include but is not limited to the U.S. Men's and Women's National Teams as well as the NASL and USL. Leave us a message at 919-229-9974]]></itunes:summary>
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  <description><![CDATA[Off The Bench is now a member of Soccerwire.com. It is the mission of Off The Bench to provide commentary and thoughts on both Major League Soccer and the North American Soccer scene overall. This can include but is not limited to the U.S. Men's and Women's National Teams as well as the NASL and USL. Leave us a message at 919-229-9974]]></description>
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    <itunes:name>Luke Lohr</itunes:name>
    <itunes:email>MLSReserves@gmail.com</itunes:email>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 112: Guest Jack McInerney (Philadelphia Union) and Chivas Fallout</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Off The Bench is now on Soccerwire.com. In this episode of Off The Bench, Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss the fallout of Chivas USA in 2014, spotlight the US Soccer Hall of Fame and talk to Philadelphia Union striker Jack McInerney. McInerney discusses his 2014 ambitions with the club and national team, including a 20 goal tally by the end of the year. Minnesota United acquired Orlando favorite Jamie Watson and the Sacramento Republic are at a record pace for USLPRO season tickets. That and more in this episode of Off The Bench. ]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Off The Bench is now on Soccerwire.com. In this episode of Off The Bench, Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss the fallout of Chivas USA in 2014, spotlight the US Soccer Hall of Fame and talk to Philadelphia Union striker Jack McInerney. McInerney discuss...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Off The Bench is now on Soccerwire.com. In this episode of Off The Bench, Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss the fallout of Chivas USA in 2014, spotlight the US Soccer Hall of Fame and talk to Philadelphia Union striker Jack McInerney. McInerney discusses his 2014 ambitions with the club and national team, including a 20 goal tally by the end of the year. Minnesota United acquired Orlando favorite Jamie Watson and the Sacramento Republic are at a record pace for USLPRO season tickets. That and more in this episode of Off The Bench. ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2014 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3046</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,PRO,,United,Soccer,Leagues,,Philadelphia,Union</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Special Edition: talking MLS acquisition of Chivas USA with Alexi Lalas</title>
    <description><![CDATA[As the news of Major League Soccer acquiring Chivas USA broke, Luke Lohr spoke with former MLS player, general manager and now analyst Alexi Lalas on the line to break down the ramifications. Lalas speaks frankly of the challenges MLS now faces as a single entity league owning a team, the mindset of the players in 2014 and just who will invest for the 2015 rebrand. Off The Bench continues to keep its thumb on the pulse of North American Soccer.]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[As the news of Major League Soccer acquiring Chivas USA broke, Luke Lohr spoke with former MLS player, general manager and now analyst Alexi Lalas on the line to break down the ramifications. Lalas speaks frankly of the challenges MLS now faces as a si...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[As the news of Major League Soccer acquiring Chivas USA broke, Luke Lohr spoke with former MLS player, general manager and now analyst Alexi Lalas on the line to break down the ramifications. Lalas speaks frankly of the challenges MLS now faces as a single entity league owning a team, the mindset of the players in 2014 and just who will invest for the 2015 rebrand. Off The Bench continues to keep its thumb on the pulse of North American Soccer.]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 20 Feb 2014 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>942</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,USLPRO,,United,Soccer,Leagues,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 111: Guest Steve Livingstone (Jacksonville Armada FC)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Luke and Pedro tackle Episode 111 with special guest, Steve Lingstone, President of NASL expansion team, Jacksonville Armada FC.

MLS News: The guys discuss the Carolina Challenge Cup, the Disney Pro Soccer Classic and the Desert Diamond Cup pre-season tournaments that are set to kick off soon. The guys talk about which teams are playing where and what type of benefits these tournaments can have for teams in pre-season. They also discuss whether or not MLS fans may see Cristiano Ronaldo suit up for the future Miami MLS club in the near future. And does St.Louis have MLS ambition?

NASL News: Luke and Pedro are joined by Steve Lingstone, President of Jacksonville Armada FC, to talk about the club and their vision for professional soccer in the Jacksonville area. MLS teams are not the only ones in warmer climates during pre-season, The New York Cosmos are currently in Dubai to bring their brand to the Middle East and get away from the snowy New York weather.

USL Pro: The Wilmington Hammerheads have re-signed Cody Arnoux ]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Luke and Pedro tackle Episode 111 with special guest, Steve Lingstone, President of NASL expansion team, Jacksonville Armada FC.

MLS News: The guys discuss the Carolina Challenge Cup, the Disney Pro Soccer Classic and the Desert Diamond Cup pre-season...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Luke and Pedro tackle Episode 111 with special guest, Steve Lingstone, President of NASL expansion team, Jacksonville Armada FC.

MLS News: The guys discuss the Carolina Challenge Cup, the Disney Pro Soccer Classic and the Desert Diamond Cup pre-season tournaments that are set to kick off soon. The guys talk about which teams are playing where and what type of benefits these tournaments can have for teams in pre-season. They also discuss whether or not MLS fans may see Cristiano Ronaldo suit up for the future Miami MLS club in the near future. And does St.Louis have MLS ambition?

NASL News: Luke and Pedro are joined by Steve Lingstone, President of Jacksonville Armada FC, to talk about the club and their vision for professional soccer in the Jacksonville area. MLS teams are not the only ones in warmer climates during pre-season, The New York Cosmos are currently in Dubai to bring their brand to the Middle East and get away from the snowy New York weather.

USL Pro: The Wilmington Hammerheads have re-signed Cody Arnoux ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2014 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3455</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 110: Guest Juergen Sommer (Indy Eleven), news and notes from USLPRO, NASL, and MLS</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Off The Bench is now a member of the Soccerwire.com family.
Luke and Pedro are back for Episode 110 with special guest, Juergen Sommer, Head Coach of NASL expansion team, Indy Eleven. 

MLS News: The guys talk about Benji Joya getting picked up by the Chicago Fire in an MLS Weighted Lottery.  They also talked about reports of Julio Cesar going on loan to Toronto FC and what that means for both the player and the club. JELD-WEN field is no more, and the guys address the stadium’s new name and Pedro has had enough of the Dempsey vs Bradley or Donovan vs Dempsey pre-game hype.

NASL News: Pedro and Luke talk about player signings such as former MLS’er Anthony Wallace to the Tampa Bay Rowdies and the Ft. Lauderdale Strikers adding Shawn Chin. The Atlanta Silverback’s Matt Horth makes the jump to European soccer and signs with Iceland’s Leiknir Reykjavik. The guys also address the new title for the Supporter’s Cup and what it means to win it.

USL Pro: The LA Blues are no more. The former club rebrands as Orange County FC. The guys discuss what this means for the team and what it could mean for its future. And finally, the Oklahoma Energy sign 3 new faces to the squad.]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Off The Bench is now a member of the Soccerwire.com family.
Luke and Pedro are back for Episode 110 with special guest, Juergen Sommer, Head Coach of NASL expansion team, Indy Eleven. 

MLS News: The guys talk about Benji Joya getting picked up by the ...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Off The Bench is now a member of the Soccerwire.com family.
Luke and Pedro are back for Episode 110 with special guest, Juergen Sommer, Head Coach of NASL expansion team, Indy Eleven. 

MLS News: The guys talk about Benji Joya getting picked up by the Chicago Fire in an MLS Weighted Lottery.  They also talked about reports of Julio Cesar going on loan to Toronto FC and what that means for both the player and the club. JELD-WEN field is no more, and the guys address the stadium’s new name and Pedro has had enough of the Dempsey vs Bradley or Donovan vs Dempsey pre-game hype.

NASL News: Pedro and Luke talk about player signings such as former MLS’er Anthony Wallace to the Tampa Bay Rowdies and the Ft. Lauderdale Strikers adding Shawn Chin. The Atlanta Silverback’s Matt Horth makes the jump to European soccer and signs with Iceland’s Leiknir Reykjavik. The guys also address the new title for the Supporter’s Cup and what it means to win it.

USL Pro: The LA Blues are no more. The former club rebrands as Orange County FC. The guys discuss what this means for the team and what it could mean for its future. And finally, the Oklahoma Energy sign 3 new faces to the squad.]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Mon, 10 Feb 2014 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3519</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USLPRO,,United,Soccer,League,,US,Soccer,,Soccer,,Futbol,,Football,,USMNT</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 109: Guest Austin Da Luz (Orlando City SC), MLS In Miami and USL PRO Paves the Way</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Off The Bench is back with Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes again taking the reigns to talk all things in North American Soccer. Austin Da Luz joins the show to discuss his recent signing to USLPRO powerhouse Orlando City SC. Pedro and Luke debate the benefit of having members of the USMNT return from Europe and whether or not five professional teams in Florida is a good idea. That and more in the latest Off The Bench.]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Off The Bench is back with Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes again taking the reigns to talk all things in North American Soccer. Austin Da Luz joins the show to discuss his recent signing to USLPRO powerhouse Orlando City SC. Pedro and Luke debate the benefit...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Off The Bench is back with Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes again taking the reigns to talk all things in North American Soccer. Austin Da Luz joins the show to discuss his recent signing to USLPRO powerhouse Orlando City SC. Pedro and Luke debate the benefit of having members of the USMNT return from Europe and whether or not five professional teams in Florida is a good idea. That and more in the latest Off The Bench.]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/148451-off-the-bench-episode-109-guest-austin-da-luz-orlando-city-sc-mls-in-miami-and-usl-pro-paves-the-way.mp3" length="31170688" type="audio/mpeg" />
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    <pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 2014 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3886</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USLPRO,,United,Soccer,Leagues,,Futbol,,Soccer,,North,American,Soccer</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 108: MLS Cup Preview and More Expansion Talk</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Off The Bench 108: Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes preview the upcoming MLS Cup showdown between Real Salt Lake and Sporting Kansas City. Matchups in the midfield and high profile coaches collide in what could be the best MLS Cup to date. Don Garber delivered his State of the League address, giving Pedro and Luke several topics to debate. All that and more expansion talk to boot. Off The Bench, never offsides. ]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Off The Bench 108: Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes preview the upcoming MLS Cup showdown between Real Salt Lake and Sporting Kansas City. Matchups in the midfield and high profile coaches collide in what could be the best MLS Cup to date. Don Garber delivere...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Off The Bench 108: Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes preview the upcoming MLS Cup showdown between Real Salt Lake and Sporting Kansas City. Matchups in the midfield and high profile coaches collide in what could be the best MLS Cup to date. Don Garber delivered his State of the League address, giving Pedro and Luke several topics to debate. All that and more expansion talk to boot. Off The Bench, never offsides. ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/134701-off-the-bench-episode-108-mls-cup-preview-and-more-expansion-talk.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 03 Dec 2013 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2659</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,NASL,,USLPRO,,USL,,Major,League,Soccer,,North,American,Soccer,League,,United,Soccer,Leagues,,North,American,Soccer</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 107: MLS Cup Finalists and USL PRO Expanding with MLS?</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Off The Bench episode 107 sees Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes reflecting on the Eastern and Western Conference finals. The stage has been set for MLS Cup but what does that mean for the final match, which is two weeks away? Given that Orlando is ascending to MLS, there is space in USLPRO, which continues it's own expansion plans. We react to news that several MLS teams plan to field their own USLPRO sides for development purposes. Off The Bench, never offsides. ]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Off The Bench episode 107 sees Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes reflecting on the Eastern and Western Conference finals. The stage has been set for MLS Cup but what does that mean for the final match, which is two weeks away? Given that Orlando is ascending t...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Off The Bench episode 107 sees Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes reflecting on the Eastern and Western Conference finals. The stage has been set for MLS Cup but what does that mean for the final match, which is two weeks away? Given that Orlando is ascending to MLS, there is space in USLPRO, which continues it's own expansion plans. We react to news that several MLS teams plan to field their own USLPRO sides for development purposes. Off The Bench, never offsides. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/133049-off-the-bench-episode-107-mls-cup-finalists-and-usl-pro-expanding-with-mls.mp3" length="23070848" type="audio/mpeg" />
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    <pubDate>Mon, 25 Nov 2013 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2873</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 106: MLS Expansion, Western Conference Finals and Money Buys Happiness</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Off The Bench episode 106 sees Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes debate the ramifications of Orlando entering the league, the money involved for NYCFC to make an impact and what other markets might make a splash. The MLS Conference Finals enter game two after a week off and Salt Lake just might win the day. ]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Off The Bench episode 106 sees Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes debate the ramifications of Orlando entering the league, the money involved for NYCFC to make an impact and what other markets might make a splash. The MLS Conference Finals enter game two after ...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Off The Bench episode 106 sees Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes debate the ramifications of Orlando entering the league, the money involved for NYCFC to make an impact and what other markets might make a splash. The MLS Conference Finals enter game two after a week off and Salt Lake just might win the day. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/131948-off-the-bench-episode-106-mls-expansion-western-conference-finals-and-money-buys-happiness.mp3" length="25964672" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/131948-off-the-bench-episode-106-mls-expansion-western-conference-finals-and-money-buys-happiness.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Wed, 20 Nov 2013 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3235</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 105: Guest Carlos Llamosa (NY Cosmos), NASL Championship and MLS Playoffs</title>
    <description><![CDATA[In this episode of Off The Bench, New York Cosmos assistant coach Carlos Llamosa joins Luke to help preview the 2013 NASL championship. Luke and Pedro debate the merits of the NASL system, MLS results and the future of each league. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1393019024" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In this episode of Off The Bench, New York Cosmos assistant coach Carlos Llamosa joins Luke to help preview the 2013 NASL championship. Luke and Pedro debate the merits of the NASL system, MLS results and the future of each league. ]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of Off The Bench, New York Cosmos assistant coach Carlos Llamosa joins Luke to help preview the 2013 NASL championship. Luke and Pedro debate the merits of the NASL system, MLS results and the future of each league. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/128118-off-the-bench-episode-105-guest-carlos-llamosa-ny-cosmos-nasl-championship-and-mls-playoffs.mp3" length="30488704" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/128118-off-the-bench-episode-105-guest-carlos-llamosa-ny-cosmos-nasl-championship-and-mls-playoffs.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2013 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3801</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 104 Guest Coach Ricky Hill (Tampa Bay Rowdies)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/123730-off-the-bench-episode-104-guest-coach-ricky-hill-tampa-bay-rowdies.mp3" length="20514944" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/123730-off-the-bench-episode-104-guest-coach-ricky-hill-tampa-bay-rowdies.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Fri, 18 Oct 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2554</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,USMNT,,Off,The,Bench,,MLSReserves.com,,Tampa,Bay,Rowdies,,Ricky,Hill</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 104: Guest Josh Wolff (DC United)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[In this special episode of Off The Bench, Josh Wolff joins Luke to talk about DC United's win in the US Open Cup and the frustrating season that United has had. Discussing the past, present and future of the franchise, Wolff offers his insight into what DC United represents. Enjoy Off The Bench 104. ]]></description>
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    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In this special episode of Off The Bench, Josh Wolff joins Luke to talk about DC United's win in the US Open Cup and the frustrating season that United has had. Discussing the past, present and future of the franchise, Wolff offers his insight into wha...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this special episode of Off The Bench, Josh Wolff joins Luke to talk about DC United's win in the US Open Cup and the frustrating season that United has had. Discussing the past, present and future of the franchise, Wolff offers his insight into what DC United represents. Enjoy Off The Bench 104. ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Tue, 08 Oct 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>921</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 103: NASL standings, MLS blow outs and filmmaker Sebastian Podesta talks soccer </title>
    <description><![CDATA[In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss the latest in MLS and NASL results. Drama with supporters groups, frustrations with referees and playoff standings all make the difference this past weekend. That and aspiring filmmaker Sebastian Podesta joins to talk about his new movie "Going Pro: American Soccer" in which he tracked the players of the PDL's Brooklyn Knights as they pursue full-professional status. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1393006910" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss the latest in MLS and NASL results. Drama with supporters groups, frustrations with referees and playoff standings all make the difference this past weekend. That and aspiring filmmaker Sebastian Podest...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss the latest in MLS and NASL results. Drama with supporters groups, frustrations with referees and playoff standings all make the difference this past weekend. That and aspiring filmmaker Sebastian Podesta joins to talk about his new movie "Going Pro: American Soccer" in which he tracked the players of the PDL's Brooklyn Knights as they pursue full-professional status. ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Mon, 07 Oct 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3729</itunes:duration>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 102: Guest Tim Holt (USL President), NASL Results</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes bring in the President of USL PRO, Tim Holt to give his insight into lower division soccer, USL's expansion and partnership with Major League Soccer. Holt highlights that USL PRO's importance is growing exponentially and its business model is a large reason for that. Luke and Pedro take a look at NASL. More specifically they focus on the New York Cosmos and the Carolina RailHawks. That and more in this episode of Off The Bench. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1393005378" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes bring in the President of USL PRO, Tim Holt to give his insight into lower division soccer, USL's expansion and partnership with Major League Soccer. Holt highlights that USL PRO's importance is growing exponentially and its b...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes bring in the President of USL PRO, Tim Holt to give his insight into lower division soccer, USL's expansion and partnership with Major League Soccer. Holt highlights that USL PRO's importance is growing exponentially and its business model is a large reason for that. Luke and Pedro take a look at NASL. More specifically they focus on the New York Cosmos and the Carolina RailHawks. That and more in this episode of Off The Bench. ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/118503-off-the-bench-episode-102-guest-tim-holt-usl-president-nasl-results.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Mon, 30 Sep 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3030</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 101: Guest Andrew Wiebe (MLSSoccer.com), 24 Under 24, Supporters Shield and NASL Standings</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Andrew Wiebe of MLSSoccer.com joins Luke to talk about the latest round of 24 Under 24. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr talk the latest Supporters Shield standings after an interesting week of MLS action and Jurgen Klinsmann turned heads with his comments about the USMNT. In NASL the Cosmos have the top spot while Carolina is losing valuable time to become a league powerhouse. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1393003881" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Andrew Wiebe of MLSSoccer.com joins Luke to talk about the latest round of 24 Under 24. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr talk the latest Supporters Shield standings after an interesting week of MLS action and Jurgen Klinsmann turned heads with his comments ab...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Andrew Wiebe of MLSSoccer.com joins Luke to talk about the latest round of 24 Under 24. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr talk the latest Supporters Shield standings after an interesting week of MLS action and Jurgen Klinsmann turned heads with his comments about the USMNT. In NASL the Cosmos have the top spot while Carolina is losing valuable time to become a league powerhouse. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/116977-off-the-bench-episode-101-guest-andrew-wiebe-mlssoccer-com-24-under-24-supporters-shield-and-nasl-standings.mp3" length="31723648" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/116977-off-the-bench-episode-101-guest-andrew-wiebe-mlssoccer-com-24-under-24-supporters-shield-and-nasl-standings.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Mon, 23 Sep 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3955</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 100: &quot;The Next Step of MLS&quot; roundtable discussion with Garth Lagerwey (RSL), Brian Straus (SI.com) and Kyle Martino (NBC)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this very special 100th episode of Off The Bench, Luke Lohr moderates a panel of experts discussing the Next Step of MLS or "MLS 3.0" and what it may entail. Joining us from all aspects of the professional game we have Real Salt Lake GM Garth Lagerwey, SI.com writer and league expert Brian Straus, Kyle Martino of NBC and of course our own Pedro Gomes. With representatives of management, print media and broadcasting on hand, Off The Bench explores the new direction of Major League Soccer. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1391611537" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this very special 100th episode of Off The Bench, Luke Lohr moderates a panel of experts discussing the Next Step of MLS or "MLS 3.0" and what it may entail. Joining us from all aspects of the professional ga...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this very special 100th episode of Off The Bench, Luke Lohr moderates a panel of experts discussing the Next Step of MLS or "MLS 3.0" and what it may entail. Joining us from all aspects of the professional game we have Real Salt Lake GM Garth Lagerwey, SI.com writer and league expert Brian Straus, Kyle Martino of NBC and of course our own Pedro Gomes. With representatives of management, print media and broadcasting on hand, Off The Bench explores the new direction of Major League Soccer. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/115475-off-the-bench-episode-100-the-next-step-of-mls-roundtable-discussion-with-garth-lagerwey-rsl-brian-straus-si-com-and-kyle-martino-nbc.mp3" length="31168640" type="audio/mpeg" />
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    <pubDate>Mon, 16 Sep 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3886</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Special Edition (Guest John Harkes)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[We bring you another Special Edition episode of Off The Bench with US Soccer Legend John Harkes. We talk all about the US World Cup Qualifier, DC United, and have a little fun. Sit Back, Relax, and crack open a little 90s tunes and enjoy.]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1391607828" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[We bring you another Special Edition episode of Off The Bench with US Soccer Legend John Harkes. We talk all about the US World Cup Qualifier, DC United, and have a little fun. Sit Back, Relax, and crack open a little 90s tunes and enjoy.]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[We bring you another Special Edition episode of Off The Bench with US Soccer Legend John Harkes. We talk all about the US World Cup Qualifier, DC United, and have a little fun. Sit Back, Relax, and crack open a little 90s tunes and enjoy.]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Fri, 06 Sep 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2204</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Off,The,Bench,,USMNT,,John,Harkes,,DC,United</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 99: Guest Brian Shriver (Carolina RailHawks)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. The leading goal scorer and NASL Golden Boot candidate Brian Shriver joins us to talk about his good form with the Carolina RailHawks. Luke and Pedro talk national team and preview the upcoming USL PRO Championship between the Charlotte Eagles and Orlando City SC. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1391612815" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. The leading goal scorer and NASL Golden Boot candidate Brian Shriver joins us to talk about his good form with the Carolina RailHawks. Luke and Pedro talk national team and preview the upcoming USL PRO Champions...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. The leading goal scorer and NASL Golden Boot candidate Brian Shriver joins us to talk about his good form with the Carolina RailHawks. Luke and Pedro talk national team and preview the upcoming USL PRO Championship between the Charlotte Eagles and Orlando City SC. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/112916-off-the-bench-episode-99-guest-brian-shriver-carolina-railhawks.mp3" length="23214208" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/112916-off-the-bench-episode-99-guest-brian-shriver-carolina-railhawks.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 05 Sep 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2891</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 98: Guests Adam Serrano (LA Galaxy Insider) and Richard Sanchez (FC Dallas/FT Lauderdale)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss the US Men's National Team roster released for the World Cup Qualifiers. Adam Serrano (LA Galaxy Insider) joins the show to shed light on Landon Donovan's new contract and FC Dallas Homegrown player Richard Sanchez checks in to talk about his loan to Fort Lauderdale. Off The Bench, check yes for awesome. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1391608601" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss the US Men's National Team roster released for the World Cup Qualifiers. Adam Serrano (LA Galaxy Insider) joins the show to shed light on Landon Donovan's new contract and FC Da...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss the US Men's National Team roster released for the World Cup Qualifiers. Adam Serrano (LA Galaxy Insider) joins the show to shed light on Landon Donovan's new contract and FC Dallas Homegrown player Richard Sanchez checks in to talk about his loan to Fort Lauderdale. Off The Bench, check yes for awesome. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/111454-off-the-bench-episode-98-guests-adam-serrano-la-galaxy-insider-and-richard-sanchez-fc-dallas-ft-lauderdale.mp3" length="28321920" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/111454-off-the-bench-episode-98-guests-adam-serrano-la-galaxy-insider-and-richard-sanchez-fc-dallas-ft-lauderdale.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 29 Aug 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3530</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 97: Guest Nicki Paterson (Charleston Battery)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes back again to talk about the more notable results from the weekend of MLS, NASL and USLPRO action. Nicki Paterson of the Charleston Battery joins us to talk about the upcoming semi-final match with Orlando City and how they plan to take home the trophy. Off The Bench, best enjoyed by a warm fire and hot drink... or ice cream. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1391490697" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes back again to talk about the more notable results from the weekend of MLS, NASL and USLPRO action. Nicki Paterson of the Charleston Battery joins us to talk about the upcoming semi-fina...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes back again to talk about the more notable results from the weekend of MLS, NASL and USLPRO action. Nicki Paterson of the Charleston Battery joins us to talk about the upcoming semi-final match with Orlando City and how they plan to take home the trophy. Off The Bench, best enjoyed by a warm fire and hot drink... or ice cream. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/111048-off-the-bench-episode-97-guest-nicki-paterson-charleston-battery.mp3" length="24643712" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/111048-off-the-bench-episode-97-guest-nicki-paterson-charleston-battery.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 27 Aug 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3070</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 96: Guests Alecko Eskandarian (New York Cosmos) and Jose Angulo (Pittsburgh Riverhounds)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes are joined by Alecko Eskandarian to talk about the New York Cosmos, Jose Angulo to talk about his USLPRO co-Golden Boot award and MLS soccer talk. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1390885862" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes are joined by Alecko Eskandarian to talk about the New York Cosmos, Jose Angulo to talk about his USLPRO co-Golden Boot award and MLS soccer talk. ]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes are joined by Alecko Eskandarian to talk about the New York Cosmos, Jose Angulo to talk about his USLPRO co-Golden Boot award and MLS soccer talk. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/109709-off-the-bench-episode-96-guests-alecko-eskandarian-new-york-cosmos-and-jose-angulo-pittsburgh-riverhounds.mp3" length="27443328" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/109709-off-the-bench-episode-96-guests-alecko-eskandarian-new-york-cosmos-and-jose-angulo-pittsburgh-riverhounds.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 20 Aug 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3420</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 95: Guest Leigh Cowlishaw (Richmond Kickers), Omar is a DP and the USMNT defeat Bosnia</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke and Pedro debate the finer implications of Omar Gonzalez as a Designated Player, what the Bosnia match means to the future and where MLS is confusing. Also, Richmond Kickers' head coach Leigh Cowlishaw joins us to discuss his team clinching the Regular Season Championship for USLPRO. Off The Bench, best served with brunch. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1390453789" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke and Pedro debate the finer implications of Omar Gonzalez as a Designated Player, what the Bosnia match means to the future and where MLS is confusing. Also, Richmond Kickers' head coach Leig...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke and Pedro debate the finer implications of Omar Gonzalez as a Designated Player, what the Bosnia match means to the future and where MLS is confusing. Also, Richmond Kickers' head coach Leigh Cowlishaw joins us to discuss his team clinching the Regular Season Championship for USLPRO. Off The Bench, best served with brunch. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/108795-off-the-bench-episode-95-guest-leigh-cowlishaw-richmond-kickers-omar-is-a-dp-and-the-usmnt-defeat-bosnia.mp3" length="26374272" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/108795-off-the-bench-episode-95-guest-leigh-cowlishaw-richmond-kickers-omar-is-a-dp-and-the-usmnt-defeat-bosnia.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 15 Aug 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3286</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 94: Guests Corey Hertzog (FC Edmonton) and Marc Serber (FOX/ LA Blues)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The official podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes reflect on the past weekend's results, including Landon Donovan's hat trick and Clint Dempsey's debut. Luke is joined by Whitecaps FC and FC Edmonton forward Corey Hertzog, fresh off scoring the winning goal versus San Antonio in NASL. LA Blues and FOX Soccer broadcast Marc Serber also joins to talk LA and the USLPRO. Off The Bench, good for your health. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1390195171" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The official podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes reflect on the past weekend's results, including Landon Donovan's hat trick and Clint Dempsey's debut. Luke is joined by Whitecaps FC and FC Edmonton forward Corey Hertz...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The official podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes reflect on the past weekend's results, including Landon Donovan's hat trick and Clint Dempsey's debut. Luke is joined by Whitecaps FC and FC Edmonton forward Corey Hertzog, fresh off scoring the winning goal versus San Antonio in NASL. LA Blues and FOX Soccer broadcast Marc Serber also joins to talk LA and the USLPRO. Off The Bench, good for your health. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/108321-off-the-bench-episode-94-guests-corey-hertzog-fc-edmonton-and-marc-serber-fox-la-blues.mp3" length="30222464" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/108321-off-the-bench-episode-94-guests-corey-hertzog-fc-edmonton-and-marc-serber-fox-la-blues.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Mon, 12 Aug 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3767</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 93: Dempsey returns to MLS, DP rule debates, and the NY Cosmos returned to NASL</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes are together in person for the first time recording. Debate runs rampant as the two discuss the Clint Dempsey transfer to Major League Soccer, the DP rules versus allocation draft and the implications therein. Also on tap are topics involving the New York Cosmos return to play and USL PRO's battle for the top. Off The Bench, delicious. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1389590002" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes are together in person for the first time recording. Debate runs rampant as the two discuss the Clint Dempsey transfer to Major League Soccer, the DP rules versus alloca...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes are together in person for the first time recording. Debate runs rampant as the two discuss the Clint Dempsey transfer to Major League Soccer, the DP rules versus allocation draft and the implications therein. Also on tap are topics involving the New York Cosmos return to play and USL PRO's battle for the top. Off The Bench, delicious. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/107010-off-the-bench-episode-93-dempsey-returns-to-mls-dp-rule-debates-and-the-ny-cosmos-returned-to-nasl.mp3" length="26808448" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/107010-off-the-bench-episode-93-dempsey-returns-to-mls-dp-rule-debates-and-the-ny-cosmos-returned-to-nasl.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Mon, 05 Aug 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3341</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 92: MLS All-Star Results and Expansion Galore</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr flies solo as Pedro Gomes is traveling. The 2013 MLS All-Star game is in the books, bringing with it plenty of talking points including the injury to Graham Zusi. On top of that, MLS has announced that it wants to expand to 24 teams by 2020, an ambitious goal. NASL starts this weekend and what does the expansion news mean for USLPRO? That and more in this episode of Off The Bench. Best read in a chipmunk voice. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1389244313" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr flies solo as Pedro Gomes is traveling. The 2013 MLS All-Star game is in the books, bringing with it plenty of talking points including the injury to Graham Zusi. On top of that, MLS has announced that...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr flies solo as Pedro Gomes is traveling. The 2013 MLS All-Star game is in the books, bringing with it plenty of talking points including the injury to Graham Zusi. On top of that, MLS has announced that it wants to expand to 24 teams by 2020, an ambitious goal. NASL starts this weekend and what does the expansion news mean for USLPRO? That and more in this episode of Off The Bench. Best read in a chipmunk voice. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/106141-off-the-bench-episode-92-mls-all-star-results-and-expansion-galore.mp3" length="13150336" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/106141-off-the-bench-episode-92-mls-all-star-results-and-expansion-galore.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 01 Aug 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>1633</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 91 -Guest Brian Ownby (RIC), USMNT, MLS All-Star</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Pedro goes it alone this Episode and tackles the USMNT in the Gold Cup. Stu Holden's injury, MLS All-Star extravaganzas and of course Macklemore....lots and lots of Macklemore. Doesn't he look a bit like Jimmy Conrad? Off The Bench, It's Tiffany's quality at Thrift Shop prices ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1389071332" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Pedro goes it alone this Episode and tackles the USMNT in the Gold Cup. Stu Holden's injury, MLS All-Star extravaganzas and of course Macklemore....lots and lots of Macklemore. Doesn't he look a bit like Jimmy Conrad? Off The Bench, It's Tiffany's qual...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Pedro goes it alone this Episode and tackles the USMNT in the Gold Cup. Stu Holden's injury, MLS All-Star extravaganzas and of course Macklemore....lots and lots of Macklemore. Doesn't he look a bit like Jimmy Conrad? Off The Bench, It's Tiffany's quality at Thrift Shop prices ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/105606-off-the-bench-episode-91-guest-brian-ownby-ric-usmnt-mls-all-star.mp3" length="17838208" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/105606-off-the-bench-episode-91-guest-brian-ownby-ric-usmnt-mls-all-star.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jul 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2219</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 90: Guest Nicholas Murray (USL Communications), USMNT, DC United and NASL Expansion News</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of Off The Bench. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes are joined by Nicholas Murray, Communications Coordinator for the United Soccer Leagues, to talk about the many hats he wears in supporting USL, players to watch and twitter avatars. Luke and Pedro discuss the impressive form of the US National Team and DC United brings stadium news to the table. All that and the NASL is expanding. This episode is a fun one. Enjoy. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1388725741" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of Off The Bench. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes are joined by Nicholas Murray, Communications Coordinator for the United Soccer Leagues, to talk about the many hats he wears in supporting USL, players to watch and twitt...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of Off The Bench. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes are joined by Nicholas Murray, Communications Coordinator for the United Soccer Leagues, to talk about the many hats he wears in supporting USL, players to watch and twitter avatars. Luke and Pedro discuss the impressive form of the US National Team and DC United brings stadium news to the table. All that and the NASL is expanding. This episode is a fun one. Enjoy. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/104903-off-the-bench-episode-90-guest-nicholas-murray-usl-communications-usmnt-dc-united-and-nasl-expansion-news.mp3" length="25786496" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/104903-off-the-bench-episode-90-guest-nicholas-murray-usl-communications-usmnt-dc-united-and-nasl-expansion-news.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Fri, 26 Jul 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3213</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 89: Guests Grant Wahl (Sports Illustrated/FOX), Soony Saad (Sporting KC)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes break down the latest MLS action. Grant Wahl joins the show to highlight the talking points of the US Men's National Team and talk Landon Donovan. After the dramatic win over Real Salt Lake, Soony Saad of Sporting Kansas City joins to discuss his recent good form and the form of the team. Off The Bench: best when shared.]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1388380359" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes break down the latest MLS action. Grant Wahl joins the show to highlight the talking points of the US Men's National Team and talk Landon Donovan. After the dramatic win...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes break down the latest MLS action. Grant Wahl joins the show to highlight the talking points of the US Men's National Team and talk Landon Donovan. After the dramatic win over Real Salt Lake, Soony Saad of Sporting Kansas City joins to discuss his recent good form and the form of the team. Off The Bench: best when shared.]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/104415-off-the-bench-episode-89-guests-grant-wahl-sports-illustrated-fox-soony-saad-sporting-kc.mp3" length="28227712" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/104415-off-the-bench-episode-89-guests-grant-wahl-sports-illustrated-fox-soony-saad-sporting-kc.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Mon, 22 Jul 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3518</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 88: USA in the Gold Cup, MLS All-Stars and European Ventures</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes returns from his European vacation to talk with Luke Lohr about the US Men's National Team's impressive run of form. The MLS All-Star team has been chosen and we've got some problems with it. All that and a new high profile coach in USLPRO. Off The Bench and in the game. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1387948185" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes returns from his European vacation to talk with Luke Lohr about the US Men's National Team's impressive run of form. The MLS All-Star team has been chosen and we've got some problems with it. All tha...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes returns from his European vacation to talk with Luke Lohr about the US Men's National Team's impressive run of form. The MLS All-Star team has been chosen and we've got some problems with it. All that and a new high profile coach in USLPRO. Off The Bench and in the game. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/103590-off-the-bench-episode-88-usa-in-the-gold-cup-mls-all-stars-and-european-ventures.mp3" length="21719168" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/103590-off-the-bench-episode-88-usa-in-the-gold-cup-mls-all-stars-and-european-ventures.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jul 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2704</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 87: Guest Eric Wynalda (Atlanta Silverbacks), USMNT and results from all three leagues</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr takes a look at the latest US Men's National Team news after their 6-0 rout of Guatemala. Eric Wynalda lends his time to discuss the worst-to-first turnaround for the Atlanta Silverbacks and Luke wonders if Orlando can recover from the loss of Dom Dwyer. In the game and Off The Bench. It's here. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1387084434" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr takes a look at the latest US Men's National Team news after their 6-0 rout of Guatemala. Eric Wynalda lends his time to discuss the worst-to-first turnaround for the Atlanta Silverback...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr takes a look at the latest US Men's National Team news after their 6-0 rout of Guatemala. Eric Wynalda lends his time to discuss the worst-to-first turnaround for the Atlanta Silverbacks and Luke wonders if Orlando can recover from the loss of Dom Dwyer. In the game and Off The Bench. It's here. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/101830-off-the-bench-episode-87-guest-eric-wynalda-atlanta-silverbacks-usmnt-and-results-from-all-three-leagues.mp3" length="19673216" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/101830-off-the-bench-episode-87-guest-eric-wynalda-atlanta-silverbacks-usmnt-and-results-from-all-three-leagues.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Sun, 07 Jul 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2449</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 86: Guests Alicia Rodriguez (The Goat Parade) and Neil Morris (IndyWeek) break down Chivas USA and the NASL</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode of Off The Bench, Luke Lohr welcomes Alicia Rodriguez of TheGoatParade.com to discuss the recent changes of Chivas USA, including the aquisition of Carlos Bocanegra. Luke is also joined by NASL and Carolina RailHawks beat writer Neil Morris of IndyWeek.com to contemplate the current NASL championship bouts and format. In the game and Off The Bench. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1386652273" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode of Off The Bench, Luke Lohr welcomes Alicia Rodriguez of TheGoatParade.com to discuss the recent changes of Chivas USA, including the aquisition of Carlos Bocanegra. Luke is also joined by NASL a...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode of Off The Bench, Luke Lohr welcomes Alicia Rodriguez of TheGoatParade.com to discuss the recent changes of Chivas USA, including the aquisition of Carlos Bocanegra. Luke is also joined by NASL and Carolina RailHawks beat writer Neil Morris of IndyWeek.com to contemplate the current NASL championship bouts and format. In the game and Off The Bench. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/101203-off-the-bench-episode-86-guests-alicia-rodriguez-the-goat-parade-and-neil-morris-indyweek-break-down-chivas-usa-and-the-nasl.mp3" length="24397952" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/101203-off-the-bench-episode-86-guests-alicia-rodriguez-the-goat-parade-and-neil-morris-indyweek-break-down-chivas-usa-and-the-nasl.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jul 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3039</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 85: Guests Dom Dwyer (Sporting KC), Brian Dunseth (RSL Analyst) and Michael Hitchcock (NPSL Commissioner)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this extended episode of Off The Bench, Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes review the results of the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup and the Gold Cup roster. Dominic Dwyer of Sporting Kansas City joins us to talk about his time in USLPRO. Brian Dunseth joins us to talk about Real Salt Lake's advancement in the Open Cup and their impressive season thus far. NPSL Commissioner Michael Hitchcock also steps in to talk about his efforts to grow soccer across all levels in North America. Off The Bench, for winners.  ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1386220208" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this extended episode of Off The Bench, Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes review the results of the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup and the Gold Cup roster. Dominic Dwyer of Sporting Kansas City joins us to talk about his tim...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this extended episode of Off The Bench, Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes review the results of the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup and the Gold Cup roster. Dominic Dwyer of Sporting Kansas City joins us to talk about his time in USLPRO. Brian Dunseth joins us to talk about Real Salt Lake's advancement in the Open Cup and their impressive season thus far. NPSL Commissioner Michael Hitchcock also steps in to talk about his efforts to grow soccer across all levels in North America. Off The Bench, for winners.  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/100256-off-the-bench-episode-85-guests-dom-dwyer-sporting-kc-brian-dunseth-rsl-analyst-and-michael-hitchcock-npsl-commissioner.mp3" length="43096192" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/100256-off-the-bench-episode-85-guests-dom-dwyer-sporting-kc-brian-dunseth-rsl-analyst-and-michael-hitchcock-npsl-commissioner.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 27 Jun 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>5377</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues,,NPSL</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 84: Kevin Kinkead (PhiladelphiaUnion.com), Battles for first place across MLS, NASL and USLPRO</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes are back to talk fouls and cards in Major League Soccer while Kevin Kinkead of PhiladelphiaUnion.com joins us to shed light on the Union's recent resurgence. The Carolina RailHawks have taken over first place in the NASL and control their own destiny. Carolina and Orlando City are in preparations for their US Open Cup bouts against MLS teams. Off The Bench, always a good decision. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1386047582" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes are back to talk fouls and cards in Major League Soccer while Kevin Kinkead of PhiladelphiaUnion.com joins us to shed light on the Union's recent resurgence. The Carolina RailHawks have...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes are back to talk fouls and cards in Major League Soccer while Kevin Kinkead of PhiladelphiaUnion.com joins us to shed light on the Union's recent resurgence. The Carolina RailHawks have taken over first place in the NASL and control their own destiny. Carolina and Orlando City are in preparations for their US Open Cup bouts against MLS teams. Off The Bench, always a good decision. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/99786-off-the-bench-episode-84-kevin-kinkead-philadelphiaunion-com-battles-for-first-place-across-mls-nasl-and-uslpro.mp3" length="31447168" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/99786-off-the-bench-episode-84-kevin-kinkead-philadelphiaunion-com-battles-for-first-place-across-mls-nasl-and-uslpro.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 25 Jun 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3920</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,NASL,,USLPRO,,Major,League,Soccer,,North,American,Soccer,League,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 83: Guests Commissioner Bill Peterson (NASL), Colin Clarke (Carolina RailHawks) and Adrian Heath (Orlando City SC)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss the improvement of the US Men's National Team and the stunning results of the US Open Cup. Head Coach of Orlando City SC Adrian Heath joins the show to talk about the Lion's upset victory over Sporting Kansas City.  Also joining is Head Coach of the Carolina RailHawks Colin Clarke reflecting on his side's defeat of a second MLS club and advancement in the US Open Cup. NASL Commissioner Bill Peterson also stops in to talk about progress in the NASL, expansion and the NY Cosmos. Off The Bench, share it. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1385010618" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss the improvement of the US Men's National Team and the stunning results of the US Open Cup. Head Coach of Orlando City SC Adrian Heath joins the show to talk abou...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss the improvement of the US Men's National Team and the stunning results of the US Open Cup. Head Coach of Orlando City SC Adrian Heath joins the show to talk about the Lion's upset victory over Sporting Kansas City.  Also joining is Head Coach of the Carolina RailHawks Colin Clarke reflecting on his side's defeat of a second MLS club and advancement in the US Open Cup. NASL Commissioner Bill Peterson also stops in to talk about progress in the NASL, expansion and the NY Cosmos. Off The Bench, share it. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/97816-off-the-bench-episode-83-guests-commissioner-bill-peterson-nasl-colin-clarke-carolina-railhawks-and-adrian-heath-orlando-city-sc.mp3" length="33673344" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/97816-off-the-bench-episode-83-guests-commissioner-bill-peterson-nasl-colin-clarke-carolina-railhawks-and-adrian-heath-orlando-city-sc.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 13 Jun 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>4199</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 82: US Men&#39;s National Team, US Open Cup and which upsets do we expect</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes break down USA's defeat of Jamaica and wonder where the national team is truly headed. The US Open Cup is upon us and we spoke briefly with both NASL coaches (Ricky Hill and Colin Clarke) ahead of their MLS match ups. That and more in this edition of Off The Bench.  ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1384837955" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes break down USA's defeat of Jamaica and wonder where the national team is truly headed. The US Open Cup is upon us and we spoke briefly with both NASL coaches (Ricky Hill...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes break down USA's defeat of Jamaica and wonder where the national team is truly headed. The US Open Cup is upon us and we spoke briefly with both NASL coaches (Ricky Hill and Colin Clarke) ahead of their MLS match ups. That and more in this edition of Off The Bench.  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/97480-off-the-bench-episode-82-us-men-s-national-team-us-open-cup-and-which-upsets-do-we-expect.mp3" length="25452672" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/97480-off-the-bench-episode-82-us-men-s-national-team-us-open-cup-and-which-upsets-do-we-expect.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 11 Jun 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3171</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 81: Guest George John (FC Dallas), MLS results and NASL&#39;s new deal</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes reunite to talk USMNT results, the best and worst of MLS and the newest jersey deal in the NASL. Also joining is friend of the show George John who sheds light on the good form of FC Dallas, the vibe of the team and Pedro puts him to the test after his beer to the noggin a few months back. Off The Bench, delicious. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1381847231" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes reunite to talk USMNT results, the best and worst of MLS and the newest jersey deal in the NASL. Also joining is friend of the show George John who sheds light on the good form of FC Da...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes reunite to talk USMNT results, the best and worst of MLS and the newest jersey deal in the NASL. Also joining is friend of the show George John who sheds light on the good form of FC Dallas, the vibe of the team and Pedro puts him to the test after his beer to the noggin a few months back. Off The Bench, delicious. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/96210-off-the-bench-episode-81-guest-george-john-fc-dallas-mls-results-and-nasl-s-new-deal.mp3" length="24082560" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/96210-off-the-bench-episode-81-guest-george-john-fc-dallas-mls-results-and-nasl-s-new-deal.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 04 Jun 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3000</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 80: Guest Ricky Hill (Tampa Bay Rowdies), US Open Cup results and talking points</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr flies solo in this episode as Pedro Gomes celebrates an anniversary with his family. Luke recaps some of the more shocking results from the US Open Cup. 2012 NASL Champion Head Coach Ricky Hill joins the show to talk about the Tampa Bay Rowdies victory over the Seattle Sounders and the NASL season. Off The Bench, growing the game. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1381844218" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr flies solo in this episode as Pedro Gomes celebrates an anniversary with his family. Luke recaps some of the more shocking results from the US Open Cup. 2012 NASL Champion Head Coach Ricky Hill joins t...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr flies solo in this episode as Pedro Gomes celebrates an anniversary with his family. Luke recaps some of the more shocking results from the US Open Cup. 2012 NASL Champion Head Coach Ricky Hill joins the show to talk about the Tampa Bay Rowdies victory over the Seattle Sounders and the NASL season. Off The Bench, growing the game. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/95210-off-the-bench-episode-80-guest-ricky-hill-tampa-bay-rowdies-us-open-cup-results-and-talking-points.mp3" length="14540928" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/95210-off-the-bench-episode-80-guest-ricky-hill-tampa-bay-rowdies-us-open-cup-results-and-talking-points.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 30 May 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>1807</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Special Edition: New York City FC w/Guests Rob Stone (FOX Soccer), Alexi Lalas (ESPN) and Jimmy Conrad (KickTV)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSSoccer.com. In this special edition of Off The Bench, Luke Lohr moderates a panel of experts as they discuss the implications and talking points of Major League Soccer's 20th team: New York City FC. Rob Stone (FOX), Alexi Lalas (ESPN), Jimmy Conrad (KickTV) and Pedro Gomes participate in a 'digital roundtable' on what NYCFC means for the Red Bulls, the fans of the game and the league overall. Off The Bench, for your listening pleasure. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1381843349" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSSoccer.com. In this special edition of Off The Bench, Luke Lohr moderates a panel of experts as they discuss the implications and talking points of Major League Soccer's 20th team: New York City FC. Rob Stone (FOX), Alexi Lal...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSSoccer.com. In this special edition of Off The Bench, Luke Lohr moderates a panel of experts as they discuss the implications and talking points of Major League Soccer's 20th team: New York City FC. Rob Stone (FOX), Alexi Lalas (ESPN), Jimmy Conrad (KickTV) and Pedro Gomes participate in a 'digital roundtable' on what NYCFC means for the Red Bulls, the fans of the game and the league overall. Off The Bench, for your listening pleasure. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/94817-off-the-bench-special-edition-new-york-city-fc-w-guests-rob-stone-fox-soccer-alexi-lalas-espn-and-jimmy-conrad-kicktv.mp3" length="24522880" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/94817-off-the-bench-special-edition-new-york-city-fc-w-guests-rob-stone-fox-soccer-alexi-lalas-espn-and-jimmy-conrad-kicktv.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Wed, 29 May 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3055</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 79: Robbie Rogers &amp; Curt Onolfo Interviews, MLS Results and Open Cup</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke catches up with Robbie Rogers and Curt Onolfo in a post-practice interview leading up to their match with the Carolina RailHawks. Rogers offers insight into several topics he's been faced with of late. Pedro and Luke break down notable MLS results from the weekend and Eric Wynalda is flying back to help guide Atlanta. Off The Bench is off the hook. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1381843119" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke catches up with Robbie Rogers and Curt Onolfo in a post-practice interview leading up to their match with the Carolina RailHawks. Rogers offers insight into several topics he's been faced wi...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke catches up with Robbie Rogers and Curt Onolfo in a post-practice interview leading up to their match with the Carolina RailHawks. Rogers offers insight into several topics he's been faced with of late. Pedro and Luke break down notable MLS results from the weekend and Eric Wynalda is flying back to help guide Atlanta. Off The Bench is off the hook. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/94692-off-the-bench-episode-79-robbie-rogers-curt-onolfo-interviews-mls-results-and-open-cup.mp3" length="14872704" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/94692-off-the-bench-episode-79-robbie-rogers-curt-onolfo-interviews-mls-results-and-open-cup.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 28 May 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>1848</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 78: Guests Garth Lagerwey (Real Salt Lake) and Josh Hakala (TheCup.us), NYC FC and the US Open Cup</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes to sit down and examine the impact that the 20th MLS team will have on the NASL's New York Cosmos, the results of the Open Cup and where each league stands in the tournament. Josh Hakala of TheCup.us steps in to shed light on the Open Cup's best talking points and Garth Lagerwey, General Manager of Real Salt Lake, joins to talk about the possibility of an RSL branded team competing in USL PRO. Off The Bench: Best when shared. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1381841599" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes to sit down and examine the impact that the 20th MLS team will have on the NASL's New York Cosmos, the results of the Open Cup and where each league stands in the tourna...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes to sit down and examine the impact that the 20th MLS team will have on the NASL's New York Cosmos, the results of the Open Cup and where each league stands in the tournament. Josh Hakala of TheCup.us steps in to shed light on the Open Cup's best talking points and Garth Lagerwey, General Manager of Real Salt Lake, joins to talk about the possibility of an RSL branded team competing in USL PRO. Off The Bench: Best when shared. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/93783-off-the-bench-episode-78-guests-garth-lagerwey-real-salt-lake-and-josh-hakala-thecup-us-nyc-fc-and-the-us-open-cup.mp3" length="22380672" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/93783-off-the-bench-episode-78-guests-garth-lagerwey-real-salt-lake-and-josh-hakala-thecup-us-nyc-fc-and-the-us-open-cup.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2787</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues,,Real,Salt,Lake</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 77: Guest Daryl Shore (Ft. Lauderdale Strikers), USMNT roster picks and graduation ceremonies</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr give some gut reactions to the latest USMNT roster. Head coach of the Ft. Lauderdale Strikers Daryl Shore joins us to talk about the NASL season, US Open Cup draw and league formats. Pedro Gomes graduated from grad school and we are a cursed show. Give us a listen and maybe a share; get Off The Bench.]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1381840239" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr give some gut reactions to the latest USMNT roster. Head coach of the Ft. Lauderdale Strikers Daryl Shore joins us to talk about the NASL season, US Open Cup draw and league formats. Pe...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr give some gut reactions to the latest USMNT roster. Head coach of the Ft. Lauderdale Strikers Daryl Shore joins us to talk about the NASL season, US Open Cup draw and league formats. Pedro Gomes graduated from grad school and we are a cursed show. Give us a listen and maybe a share; get Off The Bench.]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/92769-off-the-bench-episode-77-guest-daryl-shore-ft-lauderdale-strikers-usmnt-roster-picks-and-graduation-ceremonies.mp3" length="28317824" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/92769-off-the-bench-episode-77-guest-daryl-shore-ft-lauderdale-strikers-usmnt-roster-picks-and-graduation-ceremonies.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 16 May 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3529</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 76: Guest Mike Anhaeuser (Charleston Battery), Ball Boy Incidents, Portland Timbers and FC Dallas</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes debate what a ball-boy (ball person) means to a team and how players should or shouldn't react to them. FC Dallas and the Portland Timbers are showing serious class and DC United just isn't. Head Coach of the Charleston Battery Mike Anhaeuser steps in to talk about his teams 5 game winning streak. That and some NASL to boot. Kick it. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1381839035" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes debate what a ball-boy (ball person) means to a team and how players should or shouldn't react to them. FC Dallas and the Portland Timbers are showing serious class and ...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes debate what a ball-boy (ball person) means to a team and how players should or shouldn't react to them. FC Dallas and the Portland Timbers are showing serious class and DC United just isn't. Head Coach of the Charleston Battery Mike Anhaeuser steps in to talk about his teams 5 game winning streak. That and some NASL to boot. Kick it. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/92161-off-the-bench-episode-76-guest-mike-anhaeuser-charleston-battery-ball-boy-incidents-portland-timbers-and-fc-dallas.mp3" length="25413760" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/92161-off-the-bench-episode-76-guest-mike-anhaeuser-charleston-battery-ball-boy-incidents-portland-timbers-and-fc-dallas.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3166</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 75: Mid-Week MLS, US Open Cup and NASL place</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr sit down to review the midweek MLS results, talk Juan Agudelo's trade and find out where NASL fits in reality. Off The Bench, it's better than gardening. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1381838480" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr sit down to review the midweek MLS results, talk Juan Agudelo's trade and find out where NASL fits in reality. Off The Bench, it's better than gardening. ]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr sit down to review the midweek MLS results, talk Juan Agudelo's trade and find out where NASL fits in reality. Off The Bench, it's better than gardening. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/91601-off-the-bench-episode-75-mid-week-mls-us-open-cup-and-nasl-place.mp3" length="21080192" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/91601-off-the-bench-episode-75-mid-week-mls-us-open-cup-and-nasl-place.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 09 May 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2624</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 74: One Card, Two Card, MLS Red Card, Yellow Card; NASL &amp; USL Roundup </title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes are back to talk about the weekend action for MLS. Referee decisions are the heavy talking point, as is the rise of Sporting KC. NASL graced us with three draws, but some great individual plays and USL PRO gives us goals. Off The Bench, because it's the right price. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1381828101" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes are back to talk about the weekend action for MLS. Referee decisions are the heavy talking point, as is the rise of Sporting KC. NASL graced us with three draws, but some great individu...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes are back to talk about the weekend action for MLS. Referee decisions are the heavy talking point, as is the rise of Sporting KC. NASL graced us with three draws, but some great individual plays and USL PRO gives us goals. Off The Bench, because it's the right price. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/91206-off-the-bench-episode-74-one-card-two-card-mls-red-card-yellow-card-nasl-usl-roundup.mp3" length="18645120" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/91206-off-the-bench-episode-74-one-card-two-card-mls-red-card-yellow-card-nasl-usl-roundup.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2320</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 73: Guest Colin Clarke (Carolina RailHawks), Timbers Make a Wish and Miami Expansion</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes remains on the bench this show and Luke flies solo. Luke talks MLS, Canadian Championships and expansion to Miami. Colin Clarke, head coach of the Carolina RailHawks joins in to talk about the acquisition of Enzo Martinez (on-loan from RSL) and how he manages his players young and old. Off The Bench is coming at you. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1381378237" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes remains on the bench this show and Luke flies solo. Luke talks MLS, Canadian Championships and expansion to Miami. Colin Clarke, head coach of the Carolina RailHawks joins in to talk about the acquis...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes remains on the bench this show and Luke flies solo. Luke talks MLS, Canadian Championships and expansion to Miami. Colin Clarke, head coach of the Carolina RailHawks joins in to talk about the acquisition of Enzo Martinez (on-loan from RSL) and how he manages his players young and old. Off The Bench is coming at you. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/90426-off-the-bench-episode-73-guest-colin-clarke-carolina-railhawks-timbers-make-a-wish-and-miami-expansion.mp3" length="15837312" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/90426-off-the-bench-episode-73-guest-colin-clarke-carolina-railhawks-timbers-make-a-wish-and-miami-expansion.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 02 May 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>1969</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 72: Guest Bill Becher (Harrisburg City), MLS On Loan and NASL talking points</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr continue their discussions on Major League Soccer's results and latest talking points. Philadelphia Union affiliate Harrisburg City is 3-0 in USLPRO and Head Coach Bill Becher checks in to talk about the team's recent success. Off The Bench, it'll get you playing. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1381205608" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr continue their discussions on Major League Soccer's results and latest talking points. Philadelphia Union affiliate Harrisburg City is 3-0 in USLPRO and Head Coach Bill Becher checks in...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr continue their discussions on Major League Soccer's results and latest talking points. Philadelphia Union affiliate Harrisburg City is 3-0 in USLPRO and Head Coach Bill Becher checks in to talk about the team's recent success. Off The Bench, it'll get you playing. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/90058-off-the-bench-episode-72-guest-bill-becher-harrisburg-city-mls-on-loan-and-nasl-talking-points.mp3" length="25323648" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/90058-off-the-bench-episode-72-guest-bill-becher-harrisburg-city-mls-on-loan-and-nasl-talking-points.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3155</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 71: MLS Expansion, Player Rights and NASL Branding</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr have a heated debate on the single-entity structure of Major League Soccer, player rights and the expansion of both NASL and MLS. What do we think of NASL's newest team name and would Cavalry FC benefit from  a relationship with DC United. MLS20, NY2 and Orlando City all come up. Off The Bench, because even the subs need a voice. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1380859806" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr have a heated debate on the single-entity structure of Major League Soccer, player rights and the expansion of both NASL and MLS. What do we think of NASL's newest team name and would C...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr have a heated debate on the single-entity structure of Major League Soccer, player rights and the expansion of both NASL and MLS. What do we think of NASL's newest team name and would Cavalry FC benefit from  a relationship with DC United. MLS20, NY2 and Orlando City all come up. Off The Bench, because even the subs need a voice. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/89292-off-the-bench-episode-71-mls-expansion-player-rights-and-nasl-branding.mp3" length="25061504" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/89292-off-the-bench-episode-71-mls-expansion-player-rights-and-nasl-branding.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Fri, 26 Apr 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3122</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 70 - Guest Adam Henckler (The Scoring Third), MLS &quot;Reserve Teams&quot;, USL, NASL</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The official podcast of MLSReserves.com. Today we talked MLS action: Who had the best weekend? We also discuss MLS "Reserve Teams" in USL Pro and what those should look like as well as round-up the action in USL and NASL and are joined by The Scoring Third's Adam Henckler to talk about Orlando City and it's MLs and Soccer Specfic Stadium aspirations. Check out Adam's work on http://www.scoringthird.com/ then sit back, relax, and take it all in! Off The Bench is LIVE!]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1380600689" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The official podcast of MLSReserves.com. Today we talked MLS action: Who had the best weekend? We also discuss MLS "Reserve Teams" in USL Pro and what those should look like as well as round-up the action in USL and NASL and are joined by The Scoring T...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The official podcast of MLSReserves.com. Today we talked MLS action: Who had the best weekend? We also discuss MLS "Reserve Teams" in USL Pro and what those should look like as well as round-up the action in USL and NASL and are joined by The Scoring Third's Adam Henckler to talk about Orlando City and it's MLs and Soccer Specfic Stadium aspirations. Check out Adam's work on http://www.scoringthird.com/ then sit back, relax, and take it all in! Off The Bench is LIVE!]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/88852-off-the-bench-episode-70-guest-adam-henckler-the-scoring-third-mls-reserve-teams-usl-nasl.mp3" length="31010944" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/88852-off-the-bench-episode-70-guest-adam-henckler-the-scoring-third-mls-reserve-teams-usl-nasl.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3866</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,USL,,NASL,,Orlando,City,SC,,The,Scoring,Third,,Adam,Henckler</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 69: Guest Brian Haynes (Atlanta Silverbacks)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[In this episode Luke and Pedro reflect on why the Red Bulls fail to assert their dominance and note that Sporting KC just might win the east. Brian Haynes of the Atlanta Silverbacks joins the show to talk the upcoming season, his relationship with Eric Wynalda and why Eddie Johnson (USMNT, SEA) is so important to him.]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1380254937" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In this episode Luke and Pedro reflect on why the Red Bulls fail to assert their dominance and note that Sporting KC just might win the east. Brian Haynes of the Atlanta Silverbacks joins the show to talk the upcoming season, his relationship with Eric...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode Luke and Pedro reflect on why the Red Bulls fail to assert their dominance and note that Sporting KC just might win the east. Brian Haynes of the Atlanta Silverbacks joins the show to talk the upcoming season, his relationship with Eric Wynalda and why Eddie Johnson (USMNT, SEA) is so important to him.]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Fri, 19 Apr 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2073</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 68: Guests Casey Townsend (DCU/Richmond), Dennis Chin (Orlando City SC)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke and Pedro bring light to the top stories from the past weekend of North American soccer action. Conversations of MLS results, attitudes and new stadiums continue. Casey Townsend of DC United joins the show to talk about his on-loan efforts for USLPRO side Richmond Kickers and Dennis Chin of Orlando City SC joins to discuss his plans for this season as well. Get Off The Bench. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1379995874" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke and Pedro bring light to the top stories from the past weekend of North American soccer action. Conversations of MLS results, attitudes and new stadiums continue. Casey Townsend of DC United...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke and Pedro bring light to the top stories from the past weekend of North American soccer action. Conversations of MLS results, attitudes and new stadiums continue. Casey Townsend of DC United joins the show to talk about his on-loan efforts for USLPRO side Richmond Kickers and Dennis Chin of Orlando City SC joins to discuss his plans for this season as well. Get Off The Bench. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/87592-off-the-bench-episode-68-guests-casey-townsend-dcu-richmond-dennis-chin-orlando-city-sc.mp3" length="29157504" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/87592-off-the-bench-episode-68-guests-casey-townsend-dcu-richmond-dennis-chin-orlando-city-sc.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 16 Apr 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3634</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 67: MLS Performing in the CCL, USL continues MLS connections and soccer specific stadiums </title>
    <description><![CDATA[Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes sit down to work through the MLS in the Champions League conundrum while speculating if progress has truly been made. USL PRO has continued to tighten it's affiliations with Major League Soccer and just which team in USLPRO is opening a soccer specific stadium? Find out in the latest episode of Off The Bench.  ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1379563934" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes sit down to work through the MLS in the Champions League conundrum while speculating if progress has truly been made. USL PRO has continued to tighten it's affiliations with Major League Soccer and just which team in USLPRO is...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes sit down to work through the MLS in the Champions League conundrum while speculating if progress has truly been made. USL PRO has continued to tighten it's affiliations with Major League Soccer and just which team in USLPRO is opening a soccer specific stadium? Find out in the latest episode of Off The Bench.  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/86748-off-the-bench-episode-67-mls-performing-in-the-ccl-usl-continues-mls-connections-and-soccer-specific-stadiums.mp3" length="20656256" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/86748-off-the-bench-episode-67-mls-performing-in-the-ccl-usl-continues-mls-connections-and-soccer-specific-stadiums.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 11 Apr 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2571</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,Vancouver,Whitecaps,,Brad,Rusin</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 66: CCL, DP, MLS, NASL, USL and Abbreviations. </title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss the coaching tactics and approach of MLS teams who prepare for major competitions. Portland certainly looked like a soccer team this past weekend and NASL launched it's 2013 campaign. Team of the Week and reader mail included. Off The Bench, for winners. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1379391170" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss the coaching tactics and approach of MLS teams who prepare for major competitions. Portland certainly looked like a soccer team this past weekend and NASL launch...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss the coaching tactics and approach of MLS teams who prepare for major competitions. Portland certainly looked like a soccer team this past weekend and NASL launched it's 2013 campaign. Team of the Week and reader mail included. Off The Bench, for winners. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/86379-off-the-bench-episode-66-ccl-dp-mls-nasl-usl-and-abbreviations.mp3" length="22472832" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/86379-off-the-bench-episode-66-ccl-dp-mls-nasl-usl-and-abbreviations.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 09 Apr 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2799</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,Vancouver,Whitecaps,,Brad,Rusin</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 65: Guest Josh Williams (Columbus Crew), NASL gets started and why does MLS fail in the CCL?</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode of Off The Bench the guys are back to talk about MLS in the Champions League, NASL getting started and why the national team values minutes played over which team you're playing with. Josh Williams joins Pedro Gomes for a quick interview to discuss the Columbus Crew and why is homegrown talent so important for any team?]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1379045424" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode of Off The Bench the guys are back to talk about MLS in the Champions League, NASL getting started and why the national team values minutes played over which team you're playing with. Josh Willia...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode of Off The Bench the guys are back to talk about MLS in the Champions League, NASL getting started and why the national team values minutes played over which team you're playing with. Josh Williams joins Pedro Gomes for a quick interview to discuss the Columbus Crew and why is homegrown talent so important for any team?]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/85528-off-the-bench-episode-65-guest-josh-williams-columbus-crew-nasl-gets-started-and-why-does-mls-fail-in-the-ccl.mp3" length="24049792" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/85528-off-the-bench-episode-65-guest-josh-williams-columbus-crew-nasl-gets-started-and-why-does-mls-fail-in-the-ccl.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Fri, 05 Apr 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2996</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,Vancouver,Whitecaps,,Brad,Rusin</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 64: Guest Odeen Domingo (Phoenix FC Beat), UMNT vs. Mexico and NASL is gearing to go</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. The US Men's National Team is certainly stealing the spotlight of this episode after a dramatic point in Mexico. The draw gave Luke and Pedro plenty of talking points, none more than the impressive play of the back line. Guest Odeen Domingo joins the show to talk about his efforts as the Phoenix FC beat writer. NASL is just around the corner and what happens if Orlando doesn't make MLS?]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1378354284" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. The US Men's National Team is certainly stealing the spotlight of this episode after a dramatic point in Mexico. The draw gave Luke and Pedro plenty of talking points, none more than the impressive play of the b...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. The US Men's National Team is certainly stealing the spotlight of this episode after a dramatic point in Mexico. The draw gave Luke and Pedro plenty of talking points, none more than the impressive play of the back line. Guest Odeen Domingo joins the show to talk about his efforts as the Phoenix FC beat writer. NASL is just around the corner and what happens if Orlando doesn't make MLS?]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/84078-off-the-bench-episode-64-guest-odeen-domingo-phoenix-fc-beat-umnt-vs-mexico-and-nasl-is-gearing-to-go.mp3" length="21397632" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/84078-off-the-bench-episode-64-guest-odeen-domingo-phoenix-fc-beat-umnt-vs-mexico-and-nasl-is-gearing-to-go.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 28 Mar 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2664</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,Vancouver,Whitecaps,,Brad,Rusin</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 63: Guest Nick Mendola (FC Buffalo), MLS, USMNT and USL PRO getting the spotlight </title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss the the US Men's National Team and the latest MLS news and notes. Pedro speaks with a grassroots movement in Buffalo, NY and USL features heavily in today's show. Off The Bench- it's whats for dinner. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1378181609" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss the the US Men's National Team and the latest MLS news and notes. Pedro speaks with a grassroots movement in Buffalo, NY and USL features heavily in today's show. Off The Bench-...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss the the US Men's National Team and the latest MLS news and notes. Pedro speaks with a grassroots movement in Buffalo, NY and USL features heavily in today's show. Off The Bench- it's whats for dinner. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/83752-off-the-bench-episode-63-guest-nick-mendola-fc-buffalo-mls-usmnt-and-usl-pro-getting-the-spotlight.mp3" length="28383360" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/83752-off-the-bench-episode-63-guest-nick-mendola-fc-buffalo-mls-usmnt-and-usl-pro-getting-the-spotlight.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 26 Mar 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3537</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 62: Guest Nick Rogers (Minnesota United FC), USMNT Talk and Landon Returns</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr is joined by guest co-host Leanne Elston (MLSR Western Conference, USWNT correspondent) to reflect on recent US Men's National Team news along with a few MLS news and notes. Luke is joined by the President of newly rebranded NASL side Minnesota United FC, Nick Rogers. Rogers discusses Minnesota's rich history and what the team looks forward to in the future. Off The Bench is coming at you. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1377835717" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr is joined by guest co-host Leanne Elston (MLSR Western Conference, USWNT correspondent) to reflect on recent US Men's National Team news along with a few MLS news and notes. Luke is joi...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr is joined by guest co-host Leanne Elston (MLSR Western Conference, USWNT correspondent) to reflect on recent US Men's National Team news along with a few MLS news and notes. Luke is joined by the President of newly rebranded NASL side Minnesota United FC, Nick Rogers. Rogers discusses Minnesota's rich history and what the team looks forward to in the future. Off The Bench is coming at you. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/82971-off-the-bench-episode-62-guest-nick-rogers-minnesota-united-fc-usmnt-talk-and-landon-returns.mp3" length="15425664" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/82971-off-the-bench-episode-62-guest-nick-rogers-minnesota-united-fc-usmnt-talk-and-landon-returns.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Fri, 22 Mar 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>1918</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 61: Guest John Pugh (Ottawa Fury), USMNT Roster Picks and MLS Rivalry Week talking points. </title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. The US Men's National Team roster has been released and the group to face Costa Rica and Mexico is full of talking points. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes continue that discussion as well as reviewing the hottest topics from MLS weekend action. NASL news brings jersey sponsors, new kits and signings. John Pugh of the 2014 Ottawa Fury FC joins Pedro to shed light on the club's future in a telling interview as well. Off The Bench is coming at you. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1377490443" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. The US Men's National Team roster has been released and the group to face Costa Rica and Mexico is full of talking points. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes continue that discussion as well as reviewing the hottest topi...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. The US Men's National Team roster has been released and the group to face Costa Rica and Mexico is full of talking points. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes continue that discussion as well as reviewing the hottest topics from MLS weekend action. NASL news brings jersey sponsors, new kits and signings. John Pugh of the 2014 Ottawa Fury FC joins Pedro to shed light on the club's future in a telling interview as well. Off The Bench is coming at you. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/82554-off-the-bench-episode-61-guest-john-pugh-ottawa-fury-usmnt-roster-picks-and-mls-rivalry-week-talking-points.mp3" length="32186496" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/82554-off-the-bench-episode-61-guest-john-pugh-ottawa-fury-usmnt-roster-picks-and-mls-rivalry-week-talking-points.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Mon, 18 Mar 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>4013</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 60: Social Media in MLS, Canada on deck and Roy Miller messed up</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr look back at the past weekend of action and reflect on the growth of the Canadian teams thus far. Discussions about Roy Miller's future and the reasons behind Mike Petke's decisions continue as well as the latest signings around NASL. Off The Bench: It's Football, Futbol, Soccer.]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1376971883" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr look back at the past weekend of action and reflect on the growth of the Canadian teams thus far. Discussions about Roy Miller's future and the reasons behind Mike Petke's decisions con...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr look back at the past weekend of action and reflect on the growth of the Canadian teams thus far. Discussions about Roy Miller's future and the reasons behind Mike Petke's decisions continue as well as the latest signings around NASL. Off The Bench: It's Football, Futbol, Soccer.]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/81537-off-the-bench-episode-60-social-media-in-mls-canada-on-deck-and-roy-miller-messed-up.mp3" length="27623552" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/81537-off-the-bench-episode-60-social-media-in-mls-canada-on-deck-and-roy-miller-messed-up.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 12 Mar 2013 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3442</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench 59: Guest Jimmy Conrad, CCL Talk and the US Open Cup is arriving</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes have their podcast invaded by Jimmy Conrad. JC stops in to talk MLS opening weekend, Kick TV and where he may end up in the future. The US Open Cup has added some great financial incentive to become more relevant and the CONCACAF Champions League is becoming a showcase for MLS. Get Off The Bench and enjoy!]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1376658587" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes have their podcast invaded by Jimmy Conrad. JC stops in to talk MLS opening weekend, Kick TV and where he may end up in the future. The US Open Cup has added some great financial incent...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes have their podcast invaded by Jimmy Conrad. JC stops in to talk MLS opening weekend, Kick TV and where he may end up in the future. The US Open Cup has added some great financial incentive to become more relevant and the CONCACAF Champions League is becoming a showcase for MLS. Get Off The Bench and enjoy!]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/80808-off-the-bench-59-guest-jimmy-conrad-ccl-talk-and-the-us-open-cup-is-arriving.mp3" length="26144896" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/80808-off-the-bench-59-guest-jimmy-conrad-ccl-talk-and-the-us-open-cup-is-arriving.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 07 Mar 2013 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2674</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 58: MLS Opening Weekend, Florida for MLS and which teams impressed. </title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. After an impressive opening weekend for Major League Soccer, Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes are back to walk the walk while talking the talk. Which teams impressed us and which players let us down? That and talk of MLS in Florida gets the water churning. Enjoy!]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1376658203" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. After an impressive opening weekend for Major League Soccer, Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes are back to walk the walk while talking the talk. Which teams impressed us and which players let us down? That and talk of M...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. After an impressive opening weekend for Major League Soccer, Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes are back to walk the walk while talking the talk. Which teams impressed us and which players let us down? That and talk of MLS in Florida gets the water churning. Enjoy!]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/80430-off-the-bench-episode-58-mls-opening-weekend-florida-for-mls-and-which-teams-impressed.mp3" length="22886528" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/80430-off-the-bench-episode-58-mls-opening-weekend-florida-for-mls-and-which-teams-impressed.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Mon, 04 Mar 2013 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2797</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 57: Guests Chris Schlosser (MLS), Nicki Paterson (Charleston Battery), Fantasy Picks and New Arrivals in MLS</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes continue to debate the finer points of soccer. Luke talks about watching Nigel Reo-Coker's first match in an MLS uniform, Pedro makes fantasy predictions and two guests join for insider perspectives. Chris Schlosser, VP for MLS Digital joins Luke to talk about the new MLSSoccer.com and the logistics behind running a league website (and accompanying apps). Pedro is joined by Nicki Paterson of the USL Defending Champion Charleston Battery who discusses the difficulties of going on trials, staying positive and having fun with the game. Lastly Pedro dazzles everyone with a bold prediction about Thierry Henry scoring lots of goals. Off The Bench is coming at you!]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1376657508" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes continue to debate the finer points of soccer. Luke talks about watching Nigel Reo-Coker's first match in an MLS uniform, Pedro makes fantasy predictions and two guests join for insider...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes continue to debate the finer points of soccer. Luke talks about watching Nigel Reo-Coker's first match in an MLS uniform, Pedro makes fantasy predictions and two guests join for insider perspectives. Chris Schlosser, VP for MLS Digital joins Luke to talk about the new MLSSoccer.com and the logistics behind running a league website (and accompanying apps). Pedro is joined by Nicki Paterson of the USL Defending Champion Charleston Battery who discusses the difficulties of going on trials, staying positive and having fun with the game. Lastly Pedro dazzles everyone with a bold prediction about Thierry Henry scoring lots of goals. Off The Bench is coming at you!]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/79826-off-the-bench-episode-57-guests-chris-schlosser-mls-nicki-paterson-charleston-battery-fantasy-picks-and-new-arrivals-in-mls.mp3" length="35666048" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/79826-off-the-bench-episode-57-guests-chris-schlosser-mls-nicki-paterson-charleston-battery-fantasy-picks-and-new-arrivals-in-mls.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 28 Feb 2013 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>4394</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 56: Guest George John (FC Dallas), DP Contracts, Jerseys and Orlando Wants MLS</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes talk the latest in MLS news. Wondo got a new contract, jerseys are changing and George John stops in to have some laughs while talking about the upcoming season. Off The Bench is coming at you. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1376657028" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes talk the latest in MLS news. Wondo got a new contract, jerseys are changing and George John stops in to have some laughs while talking about the upcoming season. Off The Bench is coming...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes talk the latest in MLS news. Wondo got a new contract, jerseys are changing and George John stops in to have some laughs while talking about the upcoming season. Off The Bench is coming at you. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/79500-off-the-bench-episode-56-guest-george-john-fc-dallas-dp-contracts-jerseys-and-orlando-wants-mls.mp3" length="22409344" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/79500-off-the-bench-episode-56-guest-george-john-fc-dallas-dp-contracts-jerseys-and-orlando-wants-mls.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 26 Feb 2013 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2737</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 55: The Transfer Episode- Who went where and did it help?</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes talk about which teams have made changes to make themselves stronger and who might be left out of the playoff picture. Shalrie is a DP and the Vancouver Whitecaps are looking good. Off The Bench is coming at you!]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1376655903" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes talk about which teams have made changes to make themselves stronger and who might be left out of the playoff picture. Shalrie is a DP and the Vancouver Whitecaps are lo...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes talk about which teams have made changes to make themselves stronger and who might be left out of the playoff picture. Shalrie is a DP and the Vancouver Whitecaps are looking good. Off The Bench is coming at you!]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/78525-off-the-bench-episode-55-the-transfer-episode-who-went-where-and-did-it-help.mp3" length="26040448" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/78525-off-the-bench-episode-55-the-transfer-episode-who-went-where-and-did-it-help.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 21 Feb 2013 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3191</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 54: Mark Simpon (Cavalry FC), Landon Donovan, Robbie Rogers and who calls out who</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr are back again to talk all things soccer. Robbie Rogers and Landon Donovan are both causing a lot of conversation in the soccer world, Luke and Pedro never agree and why would they? Mark Simpson, Director of Soccer Operations at Virginia Cavalry FC (NASL) joins the show to talk about starting a franchise, youth development and why hearing the fans is important. Off The Bench is coming at you!]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1376655519" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr are back again to talk all things soccer. Robbie Rogers and Landon Donovan are both causing a lot of conversation in the soccer world, Luke and Pedro never agree and why would they? Mar...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr are back again to talk all things soccer. Robbie Rogers and Landon Donovan are both causing a lot of conversation in the soccer world, Luke and Pedro never agree and why would they? Mark Simpson, Director of Soccer Operations at Virginia Cavalry FC (NASL) joins the show to talk about starting a franchise, youth development and why hearing the fans is important. Off The Bench is coming at you!]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/78129-off-the-bench-episode-54-mark-simpon-cavalry-fc-landon-donovan-robbie-rogers-and-who-calls-out-who.mp3" length="34875520" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/78129-off-the-bench-episode-54-mark-simpon-cavalry-fc-landon-donovan-robbie-rogers-and-who-calls-out-who.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 19 Feb 2013 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>4296</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 53: Adam Serrano (LA Galaxy Insider), Jonathan Tannenwald (Philly Sports) and Phil Schoen (BeIn Sports)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this special EXTENDED episode, Luke and Pedro are joined by multiple guests covering a range of MLS and USMNT topics. Adam Serrano checks in from LA to give the latest in Galaxy news, including Landon Donovan, Carlo Cudicini and youngsters aspiring to start. Jonathan Tannenwald offers his insight on where the Philadelphia Union stand prior to 2013 and notes the various offers that Freddy Adu has received thus far. Finally, Luke and Pedro are honored to be joined by broadcasting veteran Phil Schoen of BeIn Sports to discuss the latest news of Jurgen Klinsmann's team and where the US Men's National Team stands. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1376280630" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this special EXTENDED episode, Luke and Pedro are joined by multiple guests covering a range of MLS and USMNT topics. Adam Serrano checks in from LA to give the latest in Galaxy news, including Landon Donovan...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this special EXTENDED episode, Luke and Pedro are joined by multiple guests covering a range of MLS and USMNT topics. Adam Serrano checks in from LA to give the latest in Galaxy news, including Landon Donovan, Carlo Cudicini and youngsters aspiring to start. Jonathan Tannenwald offers his insight on where the Philadelphia Union stand prior to 2013 and notes the various offers that Freddy Adu has received thus far. Finally, Luke and Pedro are honored to be joined by broadcasting veteran Phil Schoen of BeIn Sports to discuss the latest news of Jurgen Klinsmann's team and where the US Men's National Team stands. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/77266-off-the-bench-episode-53-adam-serrano-la-galaxy-insider-jonathan-tannenwald-philly-sports-and-phil-schoen-bein-sports.mp3" length="45887616" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/77266-off-the-bench-episode-53-adam-serrano-la-galaxy-insider-jonathan-tannenwald-philly-sports-and-phil-schoen-bein-sports.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 12 Feb 2013 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>5672</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues,</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 52: US Men&#39;s National Team loses to Honduras, MLS Trades and Jesse Myers (Rochester Rhinos)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr, Pedro Gomes and Leanne Elston talk about the USMNT loss to Honduras and debate Jurgen Klinsmann's decisions. MLS trades continue and NASL Virginia has a new name. The team is also joined by Rochester Rhino's head coach Jesse Myers in a very candid interview outlining the relationship between his USL side and the New England Revolution. Myers reveals how his team will function with the new partnership and how MLS and the MISL factor into a "Third Division Team". ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1375762253" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr, Pedro Gomes and Leanne Elston talk about the USMNT loss to Honduras and debate Jurgen Klinsmann's decisions. MLS trades continue and NASL Virginia has a new name. The team is also join...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr, Pedro Gomes and Leanne Elston talk about the USMNT loss to Honduras and debate Jurgen Klinsmann's decisions. MLS trades continue and NASL Virginia has a new name. The team is also joined by Rochester Rhino's head coach Jesse Myers in a very candid interview outlining the relationship between his USL side and the New England Revolution. Myers reveals how his team will function with the new partnership and how MLS and the MISL factor into a "Third Division Team". ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/76369-off-the-bench-episode-52-us-men-s-national-team-loses-to-honduras-mls-trades-and-jesse-myers-rochester-rhinos.mp3" length="35094656" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/76369-off-the-bench-episode-52-us-men-s-national-team-loses-to-honduras-mls-trades-and-jesse-myers-rochester-rhinos.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Wed, 06 Feb 2013 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>4323</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 51: USMNT Roster, MLS Trades and Infomercials. </title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes break down potential lineups for the United States to do well in the Hex, debate Omar Gonzalez/Geoff Cameron and wonder who benefits from what formations. Eric Hassli headlines big trades this week in MLS moves, allocation money matters and who landed in a FIFA video game commerical? We tell you. Off The Bench is coming at you. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1375596622" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes break down potential lineups for the United States to do well in the Hex, debate Omar Gonzalez/Geoff Cameron and wonder who benefits from what formations. Eric Hassli he...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes break down potential lineups for the United States to do well in the Hex, debate Omar Gonzalez/Geoff Cameron and wonder who benefits from what formations. Eric Hassli headlines big trades this week in MLS moves, allocation money matters and who landed in a FIFA video game commerical? We tell you. Off The Bench is coming at you. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/76019-off-the-bench-episode-51-usmnt-roster-mls-trades-and-infomercials.mp3" length="28354688" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/76019-off-the-bench-episode-51-usmnt-roster-mls-trades-and-infomercials.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Mon, 04 Feb 2013 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3480</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 50: Guest Tim Holt (USL President), MLS Coaches and USMNT Pecking Orders</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Coming on the heals of the USL/MLS affiliations, USL President Tim Holt stops in to talk about the impact of the relationship on his league and the development of future partnerships. The rookie class of MLS coaches has a new addition in Mike Petke. What does this mean and how can MLS ever be the same?]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1375071000" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Coming on the heals of the USL/MLS affiliations, USL President Tim Holt stops in to talk about the impact of the relationship on his league and the development of future partnerships. The rookie class of MLS coa...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Coming on the heals of the USL/MLS affiliations, USL President Tim Holt stops in to talk about the impact of the relationship on his league and the development of future partnerships. The rookie class of MLS coaches has a new addition in Mike Petke. What does this mean and how can MLS ever be the same?]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/75041-off-the-bench-episode-50-guest-tim-holt-usl-president-mls-coaches-and-usmnt-pecking-orders.mp3" length="31242368" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/75041-off-the-bench-episode-50-guest-tim-holt-usl-president-mls-coaches-and-usmnt-pecking-orders.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2013 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3841</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 49: Guests Jon Pearlman (FC Tucson), Simon Borg (MLSSoccer.com) and Bill Peterson (NASL Commissioner)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this interview packed episode Luke and Pedro investigate the American soccer scene at all levels. Jon Pearlman, General Manager of FC Tucson joins to talk about the growth of his team from the PDL and their pre-season MLS tournament the Desert Diamond Cup. Simon Borg of MLSSoccer.com lends his time to share how Major League Soccer went about covering the SuperDraft. After that the Commissioner of the North American Soccer League, Bill Peterson joins the show to discuss the NASL's role in the growth of the sport, what the future holds and why they're not concerned with MLS/USL. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1374639090" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this interview packed episode Luke and Pedro investigate the American soccer scene at all levels. Jon Pearlman, General Manager of FC Tucson joins to talk about the growth of his team from the PDL and their p...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this interview packed episode Luke and Pedro investigate the American soccer scene at all levels. Jon Pearlman, General Manager of FC Tucson joins to talk about the growth of his team from the PDL and their pre-season MLS tournament the Desert Diamond Cup. Simon Borg of MLSSoccer.com lends his time to share how Major League Soccer went about covering the SuperDraft. After that the Commissioner of the North American Soccer League, Bill Peterson joins the show to discuss the NASL's role in the growth of the sport, what the future holds and why they're not concerned with MLS/USL. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/74320-off-the-bench-episode-49-guests-jon-pearlman-fc-tucson-simon-borg-mlssoccer-com-and-bill-peterson-nasl-commissioner.mp3" length="39016576" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/74320-off-the-bench-episode-49-guests-jon-pearlman-fc-tucson-simon-borg-mlssoccer-com-and-bill-peterson-nasl-commissioner.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 24 Jan 2013 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>4813</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,USL,,United,Soccer,Leagues</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 48: Guests Alexi Lalas (ESPN) and Colin Clarke (CAR) on the changing scope of North American talent</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr host two very special guests to talk about the changing scope of North American soccer talent. Alexi Lalas (ESPN) offers his perspectives on why some players excel and some go bust after the SuperDraft. Head Coach of the Carolina RailHawks Colin Clarke also joins to talk about the importance of the ever-growing second division and why development of players is improving year over year. That and listener mail in the latest episode of Off The Bench. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1374466301" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr host two very special guests to talk about the changing scope of North American soccer talent. Alexi Lalas (ESPN) offers his perspectives on why some players excel and some go bust afte...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr host two very special guests to talk about the changing scope of North American soccer talent. Alexi Lalas (ESPN) offers his perspectives on why some players excel and some go bust after the SuperDraft. Head Coach of the Carolina RailHawks Colin Clarke also joins to talk about the importance of the ever-growing second division and why development of players is improving year over year. That and listener mail in the latest episode of Off The Bench. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/74021-off-the-bench-episode-48-guests-alexi-lalas-espn-and-colin-clarke-car-on-the-changing-scope-of-north-american-talent.mp3" length="27539584" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/74021-off-the-bench-episode-48-guests-alexi-lalas-espn-and-colin-clarke-car-on-the-changing-scope-of-north-american-talent.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 22 Jan 2013 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3378</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,Alexi,Lalas,,Colin,Clarke,,Carolina,RailHawks</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 47: Guest Brad Rusin (Vancouver Whitecaps), MLS SuperDraft, NASL Stadiums and Eric Wynalda is a Technical Director</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr discuss the SuperDraft and its importance to North American soccer as a whole. Toronto FC impresses and the Vancouver Whitecaps gain speed. Speaking of the Whitecaps, newly signed defender Brad Rusin joins us to talk about his time in the Danish Superliga and how he ended up in Major League Soccer. That and more news out of the NASL about stadiums, teams and possibilities for the future. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1374034369" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr discuss the SuperDraft and its importance to North American soccer as a whole. Toronto FC impresses and the Vancouver Whitecaps gain speed. Speaking of the Whitecaps, newly signed defen...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr discuss the SuperDraft and its importance to North American soccer as a whole. Toronto FC impresses and the Vancouver Whitecaps gain speed. Speaking of the Whitecaps, newly signed defender Brad Rusin joins us to talk about his time in the Danish Superliga and how he ended up in Major League Soccer. That and more news out of the NASL about stadiums, teams and possibilities for the future. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/73344-off-the-bench-episode-47-guest-brad-rusin-vancouver-whitecaps-mls-superdraft-nasl-stadiums-and-eric-wynalda-is-a-technical-director.mp3" length="31232128" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/73344-off-the-bench-episode-47-guest-brad-rusin-vancouver-whitecaps-mls-superdraft-nasl-stadiums-and-eric-wynalda-is-a-technical-director.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 17 Jan 2013 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3840</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League,,Vancouver,Whitecaps,,Brad,Rusin</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 46: MLS SuperDraft, National Team workouts and TFC&#39;s Coaching Debacle(s)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. The first episode of the new year is in with Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes suiting up to talk all things soccer. The MLS SuperDraft has taken the limelight away from the national team, who continue to have excruciating workouts while coaching woes from TFC and Chivas USA mount. The latest Off The Bench is coming at you. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1373861589" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. The first episode of the new year is in with Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes suiting up to talk all things soccer. The MLS SuperDraft has taken the limelight away from the national team, who continue to have excruciat...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. The first episode of the new year is in with Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes suiting up to talk all things soccer. The MLS SuperDraft has taken the limelight away from the national team, who continue to have excruciating workouts while coaching woes from TFC and Chivas USA mount. The latest Off The Bench is coming at you. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/73073-off-the-bench-episode-46-mls-superdraft-national-team-workouts-and-tfc-s-coaching-debacle-s.mp3" length="18866304" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/73073-off-the-bench-episode-46-mls-superdraft-national-team-workouts-and-tfc-s-coaching-debacle-s.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 15 Jan 2013 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2294</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,NASL,,North,American,Soccer,League</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>Off The Bench Episode 45 - College Cup and News From MLS, NASL, USL</title>
    <description><![CDATA[Pedro man's the ship once again as Luke continues to trudge through the Holiday retail season. In this Episode Pedro speaks with Travis Clark (topdrawsoccer.com) and Daniel Robertson (MLSSoccer.com) about the College Cup, the upcoming SuperDraft and they delve a little into the topic of youth development and College Soccer's place in that debate. Pedro then rounds up some transaction news in MLs and covers some top stories from NASL and the USL Pro. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1371010354" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Pedro man's the ship once again as Luke continues to trudge through the Holiday retail season. In this Episode Pedro speaks with Travis Clark (topdrawsoccer.com) and Daniel Robertson (MLSSoccer.com) about the College Cup, the upcoming SuperDraft and th...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Pedro man's the ship once again as Luke continues to trudge through the Holiday retail season. In this Episode Pedro speaks with Travis Clark (topdrawsoccer.com) and Daniel Robertson (MLSSoccer.com) about the College Cup, the upcoming SuperDraft and they delve a little into the topic of youth development and College Soccer's place in that debate. Pedro then rounds up some transaction news in MLs and covers some top stories from NASL and the USL Pro. ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 13 Dec 2012 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3558</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,NASL,,USL,,College,Cup,,Travis,Clark,,Daniel,Robertson,,Sporting,Kansas,City,,The,NY,Cosmos</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 44 - NY#2 and NY#1</title>
    <description><![CDATA[In this Episode, Pedro does it all alone. Luke is swamped with Holiday Retail so Pedro "Super Subs" in. He speaks with Michael Lewis of BigAppleSoccer.com and Tropigol.com about NY2 and the New York Red Bulls. Later he is joined by Seth Vertlney to talk about his "Tale of Two Cups" and they also go into Kaka to MLS and which USMNT players should make a return to MLS. OffTheBench is coming at you!]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1370491702" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In this Episode, Pedro does it all alone. Luke is swamped with Holiday Retail so Pedro "Super Subs" in. He speaks with Michael Lewis of BigAppleSoccer.com and Tropigol.com about NY2 and the New York Red Bulls. Later he is joined by Seth Vertlney to tal...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this Episode, Pedro does it all alone. Luke is swamped with Holiday Retail so Pedro "Super Subs" in. He speaks with Michael Lewis of BigAppleSoccer.com and Tropigol.com about NY2 and the New York Red Bulls. Later he is joined by Seth Vertlney to talk about his "Tale of Two Cups" and they also go into Kaka to MLS and which USMNT players should make a return to MLS. OffTheBench is coming at you!]]></itunes:summary>
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    <pubDate>Fri, 07 Dec 2012 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>5858</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,KaKa,,NY2,,RBNY,,Beckham,,Goal.com,,BigAppleSoccer.com,,Michael,Lewis,,Seth,Vertlney,,USMNT,,Soccer</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench Episode 43: What is a handball? Who wins MLS Cup and where does Beckham go?</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro and Luke are back to discuss the finer points of the handball, refereeing and replay. MLS Cup is set for a rematch and story lines are aplenty. Off The Bench is coming at you. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1369022956" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro and Luke are back to discuss the finer points of the handball, refereeing and replay. MLS Cup is set for a rematch and story lines are aplenty. Off The Bench is coming at you. ]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro and Luke are back to discuss the finer points of the handball, refereeing and replay. MLS Cup is set for a rematch and story lines are aplenty. Off The Bench is coming at you. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/67008-off-the-bench-episode-43-what-is-a-handball-who-wins-mls-cup-and-where-does-beckham-go.mp3" length="17397888" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/67008-off-the-bench-episode-43-what-is-a-handball-who-wins-mls-cup-and-where-does-beckham-go.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 20 Nov 2012 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2111</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 42: Guests Jay Demerit (Vancouver Whitecaps) and Lewis Neal (DC United)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Jay DeMerit offers his take on the Vancouver Whitecaps season along with his future plans regarding both club and country. He also sheds light into the fine art of the mullet. Lewis Neal of DC United discusses how the team plans to rebound against Houston and his take on Major League Soccer overall. Off the Bench is coming at you. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1368418416" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Jay DeMerit offers his take on the Vancouver Whitecaps season along with his future plans regarding both club and country. He also sheds light into the fine art of the mullet. Lewis Neal of DC United discusses h...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Jay DeMerit offers his take on the Vancouver Whitecaps season along with his future plans regarding both club and country. He also sheds light into the fine art of the mullet. Lewis Neal of DC United discusses how the team plans to rebound against Houston and his take on Major League Soccer overall. Off the Bench is coming at you. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/66287-off-the-bench-episode-42-guests-jay-demerit-vancouver-whitecaps-and-lewis-neal-dc-united.mp3" length="15050880" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/66287-off-the-bench-episode-42-guests-jay-demerit-vancouver-whitecaps-and-lewis-neal-dc-united.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 13 Nov 2012 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>1817</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,NASL</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 41: Guests Chris Wingert (Real Salt Lake) and Diego Fagundez (New England Revolution)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Real Salt Lake defender Chris Wingert stops by to let us know how he plans to help RSL defeat the Seattle Sounders in the playoffs. Diego Fagundez, New England Revolution star youngster, also joins us to talk about his development and how to get the Revs back in the post season. MLS news and notes, debates over Montreal and NASL is adding franchises. Off The Bench is coming at you.]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1367726986" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Real Salt Lake defender Chris Wingert stops by to let us know how he plans to help RSL defeat the Seattle Sounders in the playoffs. Diego Fagundez, New England Revolution star youngster, also joins us to talk ab...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Real Salt Lake defender Chris Wingert stops by to let us know how he plans to help RSL defeat the Seattle Sounders in the playoffs. Diego Fagundez, New England Revolution star youngster, also joins us to talk about his development and how to get the Revs back in the post season. MLS news and notes, debates over Montreal and NASL is adding franchises. Off The Bench is coming at you.]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/65392-off-the-bench-episode-41-guests-chris-wingert-real-salt-lake-and-diego-fagundez-new-england-revolution.mp3" length="32364672" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/65392-off-the-bench-episode-41-guests-chris-wingert-real-salt-lake-and-diego-fagundez-new-england-revolution.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Mon, 05 Nov 2012 12:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3982</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,NASL</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 40: The MLS Cup Playoffs have begun</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. The MLS Cup Playoffs have begun with LA and Houston winning their play-in games. What awaits them and who takes it all in this episode of Off The Bench. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1367467853" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. The MLS Cup Playoffs have begun with LA and Houston winning their play-in games. What awaits them and who takes it all in this episode of Off The Bench. ]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. The MLS Cup Playoffs have begun with LA and Houston winning their play-in games. What awaits them and who takes it all in this episode of Off The Bench. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/65039-off-the-bench-episode-40-the-mls-cup-playoffs-have-begun.mp3" length="17627264" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/65039-off-the-bench-episode-40-the-mls-cup-playoffs-have-begun.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Fri, 02 Nov 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2044</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Major,League,Soccer,,Football,,Futbol,,Soccer,,MLS,,NASL,,US,Soccer</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 39: Guest Jeff Attinella (Tampa Bay Rowdies)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes debate the validity of Jurgen Klinsmann's comments regarding Landon Donovan, MLS Playoff Predictions and Chris Wondo ties the record. Joining the show is NASL Best XI Goalkeeper and 2012 Champion Jeff Attinella to talk about his season and role in bringing the Soccer Bowl to Tampa Bay. Off The Bench is coming at you.

*Edit: During the intro Luke states MLSSoccer.com, that is an error. We do not represent MLSSoccer.com in any official capacity. We apologize for any confusion. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1367122274" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes debate the validity of Jurgen Klinsmann's comments regarding Landon Donovan, MLS Playoff Predictions and Chris Wondo ties the record. Joining the show is NASL Best XI Goalkeeper and 201...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes debate the validity of Jurgen Klinsmann's comments regarding Landon Donovan, MLS Playoff Predictions and Chris Wondo ties the record. Joining the show is NASL Best XI Goalkeeper and 2012 Champion Jeff Attinella to talk about his season and role in bringing the Soccer Bowl to Tampa Bay. Off The Bench is coming at you.

*Edit: During the intro Luke states MLSSoccer.com, that is an error. We do not represent MLSSoccer.com in any official capacity. We apologize for any confusion. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/64530-off-the-bench-episode-39-guest-jeff-attinella-tampa-bay-rowdies.mp3" length="29403264" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/64530-off-the-bench-episode-39-guest-jeff-attinella-tampa-bay-rowdies.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Mon, 29 Oct 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3516</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Futbol,,Football,,Soccer,,NASL</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 38: Guests Dominic Kinnear (Houston Dynamo) and David Downs (NASL Commissioner)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes are joined by two very special guests in this latest episode of Off The Bench. Coach of the Houston Dynamo, Dominic Kinnear, talks about his team making the MLS Playoffs and the Quarterfinals of the CONCACAF Champions League, along with great rock music. NASL Commissioner David Downs discusses the league's expansion on the eve of its second final. As many as 20 teams by 2018 in North America's 2nd division could be on deck. Off The Bench is coming at you. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1366776740" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes are joined by two very special guests in this latest episode of Off The Bench. Coach of the Houston Dynamo, Dominic Kinnear, talks about his team making the MLS Playoffs and the Quarter...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes are joined by two very special guests in this latest episode of Off The Bench. Coach of the Houston Dynamo, Dominic Kinnear, talks about his team making the MLS Playoffs and the Quarterfinals of the CONCACAF Champions League, along with great rock music. NASL Commissioner David Downs discusses the league's expansion on the eve of its second final. As many as 20 teams by 2018 in North America's 2nd division could be on deck. Off The Bench is coming at you. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/64116-off-the-bench-episode-38-guests-dominic-kinnear-houston-dynamo-and-david-downs-nasl-commissioner.mp3" length="29853824" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/64116-off-the-bench-episode-38-guests-dominic-kinnear-houston-dynamo-and-david-downs-nasl-commissioner.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 25 Oct 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3572</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Futbol,,Football,,Soccer,,NASL</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 37: Guest Duane Rollins (Canadian Soccer News), Supporting the Supporters Shield and MLS Playoffs</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr break down the latest in playoff implications for Major League Soccer. The Supporters Shield is secured to the San Jose Earthquakes, but what is the significance to the soccer purist? Duane Rollins (Canadian Soccer News) joins Pedro to offer insight into the Canadian National Team, youth academies and potential for success in MLS. Off The Bench is coming at you.]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1366603720" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr break down the latest in playoff implications for Major League Soccer. The Supporters Shield is secured to the San Jose Earthquakes, but what is the significance to the soccer purist? D...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr break down the latest in playoff implications for Major League Soccer. The Supporters Shield is secured to the San Jose Earthquakes, but what is the significance to the soccer purist? Duane Rollins (Canadian Soccer News) joins Pedro to offer insight into the Canadian National Team, youth academies and potential for success in MLS. Off The Bench is coming at you.]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/63755-off-the-bench-episode-37-guest-duane-rollins-canadian-soccer-news-supporting-the-supporters-shield-and-mls-playoffs.mp3" length="31371392" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/63755-off-the-bench-episode-37-guest-duane-rollins-canadian-soccer-news-supporting-the-supporters-shield-and-mls-playoffs.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 23 Oct 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3762</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Futbol,,Football,,Soccer,,Canadian,Soccer</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 36: Guests Alexi Lalas (ESPN) and Jamie Watson (Minnesota Stars)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. ESPN Analyst and former US Men's National Team player Alexi Lalas joins us to offer his perspectives on the national team following their puzzling performances against Antigua & Barbuda and Guatemala. Lalas offers his insight into Jurgen Klinsmann's plans and shares his perspectives on Chris Wondolowski as a potential DP. Jamie Watson, Orlando City Striker on loan to Minnesota, shares his story and his dreams of being the best athlete he can be. He also shares the gameplan for the Stars ahead of their Championship bout with Tampa Bay. Off The Bench is coming at you. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1366171880" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. ESPN Analyst and former US Men's National Team player Alexi Lalas joins us to offer his perspectives on the national team following their puzzling performances against Antigua & Barbuda and Guatemala. Lalas offe...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. ESPN Analyst and former US Men's National Team player Alexi Lalas joins us to offer his perspectives on the national team following their puzzling performances against Antigua & Barbuda and Guatemala. Lalas offers his insight into Jurgen Klinsmann's plans and shares his perspectives on Chris Wondolowski as a potential DP. Jamie Watson, Orlando City Striker on loan to Minnesota, shares his story and his dreams of being the best athlete he can be. He also shares the gameplan for the Stars ahead of their Championship bout with Tampa Bay. Off The Bench is coming at you. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/63288-off-the-bench-episode-36-guests-alexi-lalas-espn-and-jamie-watson-minnesota-stars.mp3" length="28448896" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/63288-off-the-bench-episode-36-guests-alexi-lalas-espn-and-jamie-watson-minnesota-stars.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 18 Oct 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3397</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Futbol,,Football,,Soccer,,NASL</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 35: Talking USMNT over Antigua &amp; Barbuda, Eddie Johnson&#39;s goals and Chris Wondolowski as a DP.</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. The US Men's National Team displayed a lackluster effort in their last gasp victory over Antigua and Barbuda. Eddie Johnson returned to the scene in style but does it matter? Why Chris Wondolowski making waves in the DP argument and are Americans being overlooked in MLS? The NASL Championship is set and it's all to play for. Off The Bench is coming at you. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1365912890" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. The US Men's National Team displayed a lackluster effort in their last gasp victory over Antigua and Barbuda. Eddie Johnson returned to the scene in style but does it matter? Why Chris Wondolowski making waves i...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. The US Men's National Team displayed a lackluster effort in their last gasp victory over Antigua and Barbuda. Eddie Johnson returned to the scene in style but does it matter? Why Chris Wondolowski making waves in the DP argument and are Americans being overlooked in MLS? The NASL Championship is set and it's all to play for. Off The Bench is coming at you. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/63010-off-the-bench-episode-35-talking-usmnt-over-antigua-barbuda-eddie-johnson-s-goals-and-chris-wondolowski-as-a-dp.mp3" length="26912896" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/63010-off-the-bench-episode-35-talking-usmnt-over-antigua-barbuda-eddie-johnson-s-goals-and-chris-wondolowski-as-a-dp.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Mon, 15 Oct 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3205</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Futbol,,Football,,Soccer,,NASL</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Special Edition: Brian Quarstad (IMS Soccer News) to talk NASL Playoffs, Formats and Future</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. SPECIAL EDITION: In this special edition of Off The Bench, Brian Quarstad of InsideMNSoccer.com joins us to talk about the recent NASL news including David Downs announcement that he'd be stepping down prior to the 2013 season. Traffic Sports, Apertura/Clasura and 2012 playoffs among topics discussed. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1365134948" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. SPECIAL EDITION: In this special edition of Off The Bench, Brian Quarstad of InsideMNSoccer.com joins us to talk about the recent NASL news including David Downs announcement that he'd be stepping down prior to ...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. SPECIAL EDITION: In this special edition of Off The Bench, Brian Quarstad of InsideMNSoccer.com joins us to talk about the recent NASL news including David Downs announcement that he'd be stepping down prior to the 2013 season. Traffic Sports, Apertura/Clasura and 2012 playoffs among topics discussed. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/61935-off-the-bench-special-edition-brian-quarstad-ims-soccer-news-to-talk-nasl-playoffs-formats-and-future.mp3" length="11436160" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/61935-off-the-bench-special-edition-brian-quarstad-ims-soccer-news-to-talk-nasl-playoffs-formats-and-future.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Sat, 06 Oct 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>1270</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Futbol,,Football,,Soccer,,NASL,,Brian,Quarstad</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 34:  Guests John Godfrey (American Soccer Now) and Steve Huffman (Founder, Reddit.com); MLS Wins, Losses and Fines</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. We are joined by John Godfrey of AmericanSoccerNow.com to talk about the launch of the newest site for American soccer coverage and follow that up with Steve Huffman, co-founder for Reddit to talk about the impact of social media in sports. That along with our news and notes from around the continent.]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1364962539" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. We are joined by John Godfrey of AmericanSoccerNow.com to talk about the launch of the newest site for American soccer coverage and follow that up with Steve Huffman, co-founder for Reddit to talk about the impa...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. We are joined by John Godfrey of AmericanSoccerNow.com to talk about the launch of the newest site for American soccer coverage and follow that up with Steve Huffman, co-founder for Reddit to talk about the impact of social media in sports. That along with our news and notes from around the continent.]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/61820-off-the-bench-episode-34-guests-john-godfrey-american-soccer-now-and-steve-huffman-founder-reddit-com-mls-wins-losses-and-fines.mp3" length="34353280" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/61820-off-the-bench-episode-34-guests-john-godfrey-american-soccer-now-and-steve-huffman-founder-reddit-com-mls-wins-losses-and-fines.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 04 Oct 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>4135</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Futbol,,Football,,Soccer</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 33: Jozy Altidore is scoring, Thierry Henry is scoring and MLS covers NASL</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss why it is that Jozy Altidore is scoring in Europe and not the national team, what makes Thierry Henry such a great DP and why Salt Lake may not be as good as their record. The LA Galaxy are the hottest team in MLS and Sporting KC has clinched the playoffs. Also discussed is the value in MLS putting out coverage of 2nd and 3rd division soccer...and the value in that overall. Off The Bench is coming at you. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1364789352" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss why it is that Jozy Altidore is scoring in Europe and not the national team, what makes Thierry Henry such a great DP and why Salt Lake may not be as good as the...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss why it is that Jozy Altidore is scoring in Europe and not the national team, what makes Thierry Henry such a great DP and why Salt Lake may not be as good as their record. The LA Galaxy are the hottest team in MLS and Sporting KC has clinched the playoffs. Also discussed is the value in MLS putting out coverage of 2nd and 3rd division soccer...and the value in that overall. Off The Bench is coming at you. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/61531-off-the-bench-episode-33-jozy-altidore-is-scoring-thierry-henry-is-scoring-and-mls-covers-nasl.mp3" length="26742912" type="audio/mpeg" />
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    <pubDate>Tue, 02 Oct 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3184</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Futbol,,Football,,Soccer,,NASL</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 32: Guests Kevin Kinkade (Philadelphia Union), Michael Hitchcock (SA Scorpions), FIFA 13 and Rafa Marquez Is Not Very Good.</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes debate the value of Rafa Marquez to the New York Red Bulls and whether or not they are better off without him. Lee Nguyen's injury and will the East win MLS Cup. Guest Kevin Kinkead of PhiladelphiaUnion.com joins us to discuss the team's plight and future for the PPL faithful. We're also joined by Michael Hitchcock, President of the San Antonio Scorpions who discusses the team's success on and off the field. Off The Bench is coming at you. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1364185146" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes debate the value of Rafa Marquez to the New York Red Bulls and whether or not they are better off without him. Lee Nguyen's injury and will the East win MLS Cup. Guest K...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes debate the value of Rafa Marquez to the New York Red Bulls and whether or not they are better off without him. Lee Nguyen's injury and will the East win MLS Cup. Guest Kevin Kinkead of PhiladelphiaUnion.com joins us to discuss the team's plight and future for the PPL faithful. We're also joined by Michael Hitchcock, President of the San Antonio Scorpions who discusses the team's success on and off the field. Off The Bench is coming at you. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/60898-off-the-bench-episode-32-guests-kevin-kinkade-philadelphia-union-michael-hitchcock-sa-scorpions-fifa-13-and-rafa-marquez-is-not-very-good.mp3" length="40820864" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/60898-off-the-bench-episode-32-guests-kevin-kinkade-philadelphia-union-michael-hitchcock-sa-scorpions-fifa-13-and-rafa-marquez-is-not-very-good.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 25 Sep 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>4943</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Futbol,,Football,,Soccer</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 31: Guests Daniel Robertson (FCD Beat), Adam Serrano (LA Galaxy Insider) Plus MLS News and Notes</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Chris Wondolowski has scored 21 league goals and San Jose continues to make waves. Does he lead the most potent strike force in MLS? What about the surging FC Dallas? Who's heading to Europe from FCD? MLSSoccer.com beat writer Daniel Robertson gives us the inside scoop on guys like Julian De Guzman, Brek Shea and George John. In Galaxy camp, much ado has been made about the lack of first team players finding minutes in CCL. Adam Serrano talks Academy, youth and potential of a stack Galaxy side. Plus, will Landon Donovan head to Europe before Robbie Keane? That and more in the latest episode of Off The Bench]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1363752880" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Chris Wondolowski has scored 21 league goals and San Jose continues to make waves. Does he lead the most potent strike force in MLS? What about the surging FC Dallas? Who's heading to Europe from FCD? MLSSoccer....]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Chris Wondolowski has scored 21 league goals and San Jose continues to make waves. Does he lead the most potent strike force in MLS? What about the surging FC Dallas? Who's heading to Europe from FCD? MLSSoccer.com beat writer Daniel Robertson gives us the inside scoop on guys like Julian De Guzman, Brek Shea and George John. In Galaxy camp, much ado has been made about the lack of first team players finding minutes in CCL. Adam Serrano talks Academy, youth and potential of a stack Galaxy side. Plus, will Landon Donovan head to Europe before Robbie Keane? That and more in the latest episode of Off The Bench]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/60255-off-the-bench-episode-31-guests-daniel-robertson-fcd-beat-adam-serrano-la-galaxy-insider-plus-mls-news-and-notes.mp3" length="23806080" type="audio/mpeg" />
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    <pubDate>Thu, 20 Sep 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2816</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Futbol,,Football,,Soccer</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 30: de Guzman&#39;s Rant, MLS Meta-Thoughts and Golazos All Around</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr debate the finer points of the past weekend's performers, examine the de Guzman situation in Dallas and wonder what MLS might look like in five years. Off The Bench is coming at you. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1363493900" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr debate the finer points of the past weekend's performers, examine the de Guzman situation in Dallas and wonder what MLS might look like in five years. Off The Bench is c...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr debate the finer points of the past weekend's performers, examine the de Guzman situation in Dallas and wonder what MLS might look like in five years. Off The Bench is coming at you. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/59911-off-the-bench-episode-30-de-guzman-s-rant-mls-meta-thoughts-and-golazos-all-around.mp3" length="23490688" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/59911-off-the-bench-episode-30-de-guzman-s-rant-mls-meta-thoughts-and-golazos-all-around.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Mon, 17 Sep 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2777</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Futbol,,Football,,Soccer</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 29: Guests Simon Borg (MLS), Jose Cuevas (CHAR)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. With the USA/Jamaica matches in the rear view, Simon Borg of MLSSoccer.com joins Luke Lohr to break down the efforts of Jurgen Klinsmann's team. Who performed best and who let down? Pedro Gomes reaches out to USL Champion Jose Cuevas about his run to the cup with the Charleston Battery and just what his future may hold. Off The Bench is coming at you.]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1363147692" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. With the USA/Jamaica matches in the rear view, Simon Borg of MLSSoccer.com joins Luke Lohr to break down the efforts of Jurgen Klinsmann's team. Who performed best and who let down? Pedro Gomes reaches out to US...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. With the USA/Jamaica matches in the rear view, Simon Borg of MLSSoccer.com joins Luke Lohr to break down the efforts of Jurgen Klinsmann's team. Who performed best and who let down? Pedro Gomes reaches out to USL Champion Jose Cuevas about his run to the cup with the Charleston Battery and just what his future may hold. Off The Bench is coming at you.]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/59346-off-the-bench-episode-29-guests-simon-borg-mls-jose-cuevas-char.mp3" length="25772160" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/59346-off-the-bench-episode-29-guests-simon-borg-mls-jose-cuevas-char.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 13 Sep 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3062</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Futbol,,Football,,Soccer,,NASL,,USL</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 28: Guest Clent Alexander (SD Flash), World Cup Qualifying, NASL Schedules and Eddie Johnson is good</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode San Diego Flash CEO, Clent Alexander, joins us to talk about the pioneer team in the NPSL making waves on and off the field. Owned and operated by men like Warren Barton, Eric Wynalda and Alexander, the team's marketing and social media make them a team to watch. World Cup Qualifying sees the United States National Team lose to Jamaica. In MLS Eddie Johnson can't stop scoring and the NASL schedule has more potential.]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1362892639" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode San Diego Flash CEO, Clent Alexander, joins us to talk about the pioneer team in the NPSL making waves on and off the field. Owned and operated by men like Warren Barton, Eric Wynalda and Alexand...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode San Diego Flash CEO, Clent Alexander, joins us to talk about the pioneer team in the NPSL making waves on and off the field. Owned and operated by men like Warren Barton, Eric Wynalda and Alexander, the team's marketing and social media make them a team to watch. World Cup Qualifying sees the United States National Team lose to Jamaica. In MLS Eddie Johnson can't stop scoring and the NASL schedule has more potential.]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/59074-off-the-bench-episode-28-guest-clent-alexander-sd-flash-world-cup-qualifying-nasl-schedules-and-eddie-johnson-is-good.mp3" length="28850304" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/59074-off-the-bench-episode-28-guest-clent-alexander-sd-flash-world-cup-qualifying-nasl-schedules-and-eddie-johnson-is-good.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Mon, 10 Sep 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3447</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Futbol,,Football,,Soccer</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 27: Guest Grant Wahl (SI), Daniel Paladini (Chicago Fire), the new NASL season and our MLS Predictions</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke is joined by Sports Illustrated journalist Grant Wahl to discuss the state of US Soccer in both the men's and women's game. Wahl shares his views on Donovan, Dempsey, Solo and the DP rule. Later in the episode Daniel Paladini of the Chicago Fire stops in to talk about his resurgence in the line up and the team aspirations for the year. Pedro and Luke discuss the controversial decision by the NASL to host a split season in 2013, and the potential benefits that may or may not come with it.  ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1362460412" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke is joined by Sports Illustrated journalist Grant Wahl to discuss the state of US Soccer in both the men's and women's game. Wahl shares his views on Donovan, Dempsey, Solo and the DP rule. L...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke is joined by Sports Illustrated journalist Grant Wahl to discuss the state of US Soccer in both the men's and women's game. Wahl shares his views on Donovan, Dempsey, Solo and the DP rule. Later in the episode Daniel Paladini of the Chicago Fire stops in to talk about his resurgence in the line up and the team aspirations for the year. Pedro and Luke discuss the controversial decision by the NASL to host a split season in 2013, and the potential benefits that may or may not come with it.  ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/58531-off-the-bench-episode-27-guest-grant-wahl-si-daniel-paladini-chicago-fire-the-new-nasl-season-and-our-mls-predictions.mp3" length="31613056" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/58531-off-the-bench-episode-27-guest-grant-wahl-si-daniel-paladini-chicago-fire-the-new-nasl-season-and-our-mls-predictions.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Wed, 05 Sep 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3792</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Futbol,,Football,,Soccer</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 26: Guest Kei Kamara (Sporting KC), Matt Tomas (ShinGuardian), Jurgen&#39;s Roster, LA is Galactic and Pedro is in a Horror Film</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr debate the finer points of MLS popularity compared to other leagues around the world, ask questions of Jurgen Klinsmann's selections and reflect on the USWNT in recent years. Luke is joined by two fantastic guests. Matt Tomas from TheShinGuardian.com drops by to talk about his soccer roots and how he ended up covering the game. Following that, Sporting Kansas City striker Kei Kamara tells us that Seth Sinovic is in for some trouble, his status with the Sierra Leone national team and what lies ahead for Sporting.]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1362288528" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr debate the finer points of MLS popularity compared to other leagues around the world, ask questions of Jurgen Klinsmann's selections and reflect on the USWNT in recent y...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr debate the finer points of MLS popularity compared to other leagues around the world, ask questions of Jurgen Klinsmann's selections and reflect on the USWNT in recent years. Luke is joined by two fantastic guests. Matt Tomas from TheShinGuardian.com drops by to talk about his soccer roots and how he ended up covering the game. Following that, Sporting Kansas City striker Kei Kamara tells us that Seth Sinovic is in for some trouble, his status with the Sierra Leone national team and what lies ahead for Sporting.]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/58306-off-the-bench-episode-26-guest-kei-kamara-sporting-kc-matt-tomas-shinguardian-jurgen-s-roster-la-is-galactic-and-pedro-is-in-a-horror-film.mp3" length="38531200" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/58306-off-the-bench-episode-26-guest-kei-kamara-sporting-kc-matt-tomas-shinguardian-jurgen-s-roster-la-is-galactic-and-pedro-is-in-a-horror-film.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Mon, 03 Sep 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>4657</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Futbol,,Football,,Soccer</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 25: Guest Nat Borchers (Real Salt Lake), San Antonio Scorpions, MLS, NY Cosmos and bad Will Ferrell Movies</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Nat Borchers, star defender of Real Salt Lake is kind enough to lend his time and offer some fun insights into which RSLer spends the most time on their hair...also Champions League, Supporters Shield and MLS Cup. Pedro and Luke discuss all things soccer including which D2 team has is right, this week's crazy MLS results and our thoughts on Caleb Porter heading up Portland. We take some listener mail and debate Will Ferrell's latest movie as well. Also, Bill Gaudette is scary. Off The Bench coming at you.]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1361941742" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Nat Borchers, star defender of Real Salt Lake is kind enough to lend his time and offer some fun insights into which RSLer spends the most time on their hair...also Champions League, Supporters Shield and MLS Cu...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Nat Borchers, star defender of Real Salt Lake is kind enough to lend his time and offer some fun insights into which RSLer spends the most time on their hair...also Champions League, Supporters Shield and MLS Cup. Pedro and Luke discuss all things soccer including which D2 team has is right, this week's crazy MLS results and our thoughts on Caleb Porter heading up Portland. We take some listener mail and debate Will Ferrell's latest movie as well. Also, Bill Gaudette is scary. Off The Bench coming at you.]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/57940-off-the-bench-episode-25-guest-nat-borchers-real-salt-lake-san-antonio-scorpions-mls-ny-cosmos-and-bad-will-ferrell-movies.mp3" length="27005056" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/57940-off-the-bench-episode-25-guest-nat-borchers-real-salt-lake-san-antonio-scorpions-mls-ny-cosmos-and-bad-will-ferrell-movies.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 30 Aug 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3216</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Futbol,,Football,,Soccer</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 24: Guest Trevor Hayward (NASN.TV), Bunbury Surprise MLS teams, Bunbury, Seattle and Goals Galore</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke and Pedro break down the weekend's MLS action, including the eight and seven goal matches that put teams on and off the map. Teal Bunbury is out of the season with a torn ACL. Alan Gordon continues to score and is Dempsey doing the right thing? Trevor Hayward, producer of NASN.TV joins Pedro to discuss just what he does behind the scenes for American soccer and we're offering a free MLS jersey to hard working fans.]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1361683033" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke and Pedro break down the weekend's MLS action, including the eight and seven goal matches that put teams on and off the map. Teal Bunbury is out of the season with a torn ACL. Alan Gordon continues to score...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke and Pedro break down the weekend's MLS action, including the eight and seven goal matches that put teams on and off the map. Teal Bunbury is out of the season with a torn ACL. Alan Gordon continues to score and is Dempsey doing the right thing? Trevor Hayward, producer of NASN.TV joins Pedro to discuss just what he does behind the scenes for American soccer and we're offering a free MLS jersey to hard working fans.]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/57709-off-the-bench-episode-24-guest-trevor-hayward-nasn-tv-bunbury-surprise-mls-teams-bunbury-seattle-and-goals-galore.mp3" length="37462144" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/57709-off-the-bench-episode-24-guest-trevor-hayward-nasn-tv-bunbury-surprise-mls-teams-bunbury-seattle-and-goals-galore.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Mon, 27 Aug 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>4524</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Futbol,,Football,,Soccer</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 23: Guest Chris Bililg (Gay4Soccer), MLS, Champions League and Hope Solo&#39;s Book</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves. First episode with a new recording format and we're still working out the kinks. In this episode Luke and Pedro look back at the mid-week matches in both MLS and Champion's League. Right back tactics, DC United's roster and what's wrong with the Vancouver Whitecaps? Chris Billig of Gay4Soccer.com joins Luke to talk about the challenges of running his site and growing the game for the gay community, while educating fans to their cause. Debate's over Freddy Adu, Clint Dempsey and potential coaches of the Portland Timbers reign towards the end. Enjoy]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1361337301" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves. First episode with a new recording format and we're still working out the kinks. In this episode Luke and Pedro look back at the mid-week matches in both MLS and Champion's League. Right back tactics, DC United's ro...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves. First episode with a new recording format and we're still working out the kinks. In this episode Luke and Pedro look back at the mid-week matches in both MLS and Champion's League. Right back tactics, DC United's roster and what's wrong with the Vancouver Whitecaps? Chris Billig of Gay4Soccer.com joins Luke to talk about the challenges of running his site and growing the game for the gay community, while educating fans to their cause. Debate's over Freddy Adu, Clint Dempsey and potential coaches of the Portland Timbers reign towards the end. Enjoy]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/57354-off-the-bench-episode-23-guest-chris-bililg-gay4soccer-mls-champions-league-and-hope-solo-s-book.mp3" length="33298560" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/57354-off-the-bench-episode-23-guest-chris-bililg-gay4soccer-mls-champions-league-and-hope-solo-s-book.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 23 Aug 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>4003</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Futbol,,Football,,Soccer</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 22: Guest Kristi Colvin (Women&#39;s United FC), MLS Reactions, Referees and What Makes a Beard Manly</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Pedro and Luke discuss the weekend's best talking points. The San Jose Earthquakes are still league leaders, but with SKC, NYRB and RSL at their heels, can they hold on? Dramatic referee decisions in New York, woe for Portland, a solid match between Houston and Columbus, plus is Montreal a playoff contender? Eddie Gavin's beard is gross and Luke is joined by Kristi Colvin of WomenUnitedFC.com to talk about the site's progress since March. Enjoy!]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1361078215" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Pedro and Luke discuss the weekend's best talking points. The San Jose Earthquakes are still league leaders, but with SKC, NYRB and RSL at their heels, can they hold on? Dramatic referee decision...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Pedro and Luke discuss the weekend's best talking points. The San Jose Earthquakes are still league leaders, but with SKC, NYRB and RSL at their heels, can they hold on? Dramatic referee decisions in New York, woe for Portland, a solid match between Houston and Columbus, plus is Montreal a playoff contender? Eddie Gavin's beard is gross and Luke is joined by Kristi Colvin of WomenUnitedFC.com to talk about the site's progress since March. Enjoy!]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/57078-off-the-bench-episode-22-guest-kristi-colvin-women-s-united-fc-mls-reactions-referees-and-what-makes-a-beard-manly.mp3" length="29776000" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/57078-off-the-bench-episode-22-guest-kristi-colvin-women-s-united-fc-mls-reactions-referees-and-what-makes-a-beard-manly.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Mon, 20 Aug 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3563</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Futbol,,Football,,Soccer,,Women&#39;s,United,FC,,New,York,Red,Bulls,,San,Jose,Earthquakes,,Kristi,Colvin</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 21 Part 2: Guest Matt Doyle (MLS Soccer)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In part two of this episode Luke is joined by Matt Doyle, the MLS Analyst for Major League Soccer's website and of the podcast "March To The Match". Doyle helps break down what his role is as the analyst and how he approaches his position. More importantly, Doyle offers explanations as to why the United States defeated Mexico, why San Jose is such a powerful team, Portland's struggles on the road and what Real Salt Lake is missing to be a full contender. Enjoy!]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1360818519" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In part two of this episode Luke is joined by Matt Doyle, the MLS Analyst for Major League Soccer's website and of the podcast "March To The Match". Doyle helps break down what his role is as the analyst and how...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In part two of this episode Luke is joined by Matt Doyle, the MLS Analyst for Major League Soccer's website and of the podcast "March To The Match". Doyle helps break down what his role is as the analyst and how he approaches his position. More importantly, Doyle offers explanations as to why the United States defeated Mexico, why San Jose is such a powerful team, Portland's struggles on the road and what Real Salt Lake is missing to be a full contender. Enjoy!]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/56779-off-the-bench-episode-21-part-2-guest-matt-doyle-mls-soccer.mp3" length="10102912" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/56779-off-the-bench-episode-21-part-2-guest-matt-doyle-mls-soccer.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Fri, 17 Aug 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>1104</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Futbol,,Football,,Soccer,,Matt,Doyle,,San,Jose,Earthquakes,,Real,Salt,Lake,,Portland,Timbers,,USMNT,,Mexico</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 21 Part 1: USMNT Upsets Mexico, Thoughts on Brek Shea and MLS Notes</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. This is Part 1 of a 2 part episode. In part one, Luke and Pedro discuss the US Men's National Team and their victory over Mexico in Azteca. The topics are mainly about Brek Shea and Geoff Cameron. MLS News and notes are also discussed along with Pedro's drunken tale of being with Barra Brava.]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1360732363" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. This is Part 1 of a 2 part episode. In part one, Luke and Pedro discuss the US Men's National Team and their victory over Mexico in Azteca. The topics are mainly about Brek Shea and Geoff Cameron. MLS News and n...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. This is Part 1 of a 2 part episode. In part one, Luke and Pedro discuss the US Men's National Team and their victory over Mexico in Azteca. The topics are mainly about Brek Shea and Geoff Cameron. MLS News and notes are also discussed along with Pedro's drunken tale of being with Barra Brava.]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/56748-off-the-bench-episode-21-part-1-usmnt-upsets-mexico-thoughts-on-brek-shea-and-mls-notes.mp3" length="18299008" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/56748-off-the-bench-episode-21-part-1-usmnt-upsets-mexico-thoughts-on-brek-shea-and-mls-notes.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 16 Aug 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2128</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Futbol,,Football,,Soccer,,US,Men&#39;s,National,Team,,Mexico,,Brek,Shea,,Geoff,Cameron</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 20: Guest Eric Wynalda, USMNT Roster, Chivas USA and USWNT Rewards</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke and Pedro break down the US Men's National Team roster for their friendly against Mexico, including the debate over who was snubbed. Guest Eric Wynalda joins us to reflect on his time with the Atlanta Silverbacks and where he believes the USMNT should go in the future. Thoughts on Chivas USA, how MLS can reward the US Women's National team and more in the latest edition of "Off The Bench"]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1360473141" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke and Pedro break down the US Men's National Team roster for their friendly against Mexico, including the debate over who was snubbed. Guest Eric Wynalda joins us to reflect on his time with t...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke and Pedro break down the US Men's National Team roster for their friendly against Mexico, including the debate over who was snubbed. Guest Eric Wynalda joins us to reflect on his time with the Atlanta Silverbacks and where he believes the USMNT should go in the future. Thoughts on Chivas USA, how MLS can reward the US Women's National team and more in the latest edition of "Off The Bench"]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/56473-off-the-bench-episode-20-guest-eric-wynalda-usmnt-roster-chivas-usa-and-uswnt-rewards.mp3" length="35784832" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/56473-off-the-bench-episode-20-guest-eric-wynalda-usmnt-roster-chivas-usa-and-uswnt-rewards.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Mon, 13 Aug 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>4473</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Futbol,,Football,,Soccer,,Off,The,Bench,,Eric,Wynalda,,US,Men&#39;s,National,Team,,Chivas,USA,,Atlanta,Silverbacks</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 19: Guest Josh Hakala; Trophies, Medals, Promotion/Relegation and the USWNT&#39;s Image</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. The man behind the best coverage of the US Open Cup, Josh Hakala, joins Luke to talk about his efforts in covering North America's oldest soccer tournament. Beyond that Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss Sporting KC's controversial win, keeping American talent in America and what the Gold Medal means to the women's professional game. Hope Solo's attitude and Alex Morgan's work work rate emphasize a discussion about the image of the USWNT. Also, Pedro says "quit hatin'" and Luke says "'Merica!"]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1360213681" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. The man behind the best coverage of the US Open Cup, Josh Hakala, joins Luke to talk about his efforts in covering North America's oldest soccer tournament. Beyond that Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss Sporting...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. The man behind the best coverage of the US Open Cup, Josh Hakala, joins Luke to talk about his efforts in covering North America's oldest soccer tournament. Beyond that Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss Sporting KC's controversial win, keeping American talent in America and what the Gold Medal means to the women's professional game. Hope Solo's attitude and Alex Morgan's work work rate emphasize a discussion about the image of the USWNT. Also, Pedro says "quit hatin'" and Luke says "'Merica!"]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/56125-off-the-bench-episode-19-guest-josh-hakala-trophies-medals-promotion-relegation-and-the-uswnt-s-image.mp3" length="28207232" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/56125-off-the-bench-episode-19-guest-josh-hakala-trophies-medals-promotion-relegation-and-the-uswnt-s-image.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Fri, 10 Aug 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3525</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>US,Open,Cup,,MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Soccer,,Futbol,,Football,,Sporting,Kansas,City,,Seattle,Sounders,,US,Women&#39;s,National,Team,,Olympics,,Gold,Medal,,Japan,,Josh,Hakala</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 18: USWNT, US Open Cup and the MLS Trading Block</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr return after a week off to discuss the latest soccer news in North America. The USWNT in London 2012, Shalrie Joseph to Chivas USA, Eddie Johnson's revival and the US Open Cup Final. Join us for some soccer talk. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1359868500" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr return after a week off to discuss the latest soccer news in North America. The USWNT in London 2012, Shalrie Joseph to Chivas USA, Eddie Johnson's revival and the US Open Cup Final. Jo...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr return after a week off to discuss the latest soccer news in North America. The USWNT in London 2012, Shalrie Joseph to Chivas USA, Eddie Johnson's revival and the US Open Cup Final. Join us for some soccer talk. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/55824-off-the-bench-episode-18-uswnt-us-open-cup-and-the-mls-trading-block.mp3" length="22237312" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/55824-off-the-bench-episode-18-uswnt-us-open-cup-and-the-mls-trading-block.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Mon, 06 Aug 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2779</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Futbol,,Football,,Soccer</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 17: Guests Martin Rennie (VAN) and Jeff Cunningham (SAS)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr is joined by head coach of the Vancouver Whitecaps, Martin Rennie to discuss the team's progress under his tenure and what he envisions for the future. Rennie also discusses his team's place in the West and shows respect to several opponents. Major League Soccer's All-Time leading goalscorer Jeff Cunningham lends his time as well to talk about his move back to the states and joining the NASL leading San Antonio Scorpions. He says age is nothing, he's feeling great. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1358917744" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr is joined by head coach of the Vancouver Whitecaps, Martin Rennie to discuss the team's progress under his tenure and what he envisions for the future. Rennie also discusses his team's place in the Wes...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr is joined by head coach of the Vancouver Whitecaps, Martin Rennie to discuss the team's progress under his tenure and what he envisions for the future. Rennie also discusses his team's place in the West and shows respect to several opponents. Major League Soccer's All-Time leading goalscorer Jeff Cunningham lends his time as well to talk about his move back to the states and joining the NASL leading San Antonio Scorpions. He says age is nothing, he's feeling great. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/54867-off-the-bench-episode-17-guests-martin-rennie-van-and-jeff-cunningham-sas.mp3" length="15261824" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/54867-off-the-bench-episode-17-guests-martin-rennie-van-and-jeff-cunningham-sas.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 26 Jul 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>1907</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Major,League,Soccer,,MLS,,Futbol,,Football,,Soccer,,Martin,Rennie,,Vancouver,Whitecaps,,Jeff,Cunningham,,NASL,,San,Antonio,Scorpions,,Luke,Lohr,,Off,The,Bench</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 16: Guest Alexi Lalas, MLS All-Star Talk, Cahill Rumors and Dax McCarty&#39;s Haircut</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss Week 20 of Major League Soccer action, Tim Cahill's transfer to New York and what NASL's San Antonio Scorpions are doing with Jeff Cunningham. Guest Alexi Lalas joins Luke to talk about what the AT&T MLS All-Star Match means to MLS and just how they match up against Chelsea FC. He also makes a prediction about just who wins. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1358658847" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss Week 20 of Major League Soccer action, Tim Cahill's transfer to New York and what NASL's San Antonio Scorpions are doing with Jeff Cunningham. Guest Alexi Lalas ...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss Week 20 of Major League Soccer action, Tim Cahill's transfer to New York and what NASL's San Antonio Scorpions are doing with Jeff Cunningham. Guest Alexi Lalas joins Luke to talk about what the AT&T MLS All-Star Match means to MLS and just how they match up against Chelsea FC. He also makes a prediction about just who wins. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/54629-off-the-bench-episode-16-guest-alexi-lalas-mls-all-star-talk-cahill-rumors-and-dax-mccarty-s-haircut.mp3" length="22261888" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/54629-off-the-bench-episode-16-guest-alexi-lalas-mls-all-star-talk-cahill-rumors-and-dax-mccarty-s-haircut.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Mon, 23 Jul 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2782</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Futbol,,Football,,Alexi,Lalas,,Luke,Lohr,,Pedro,Gomes,,MLS,All-Stars,,Chelsea,FC,,NASL,,Jeff,Cunningham,,Off,The,Bench</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 15: Goals, All-Stars and DP&#39;s</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke and Pedro discuss the recent trend of high scoring matches in Major League Soccer, the amazing play of Chris Wondolowski and what it takes to be an MLS All-Star. Debated were Eddie Johnson's inclusion and whether Dax McCarty deserves a spot. Also in the mix were the plethora of changes by the Vancouver Whitecaps, including DP signings and Ben Olsen being inducted into DC United's Hall of Tradition]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1358140405" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke and Pedro discuss the recent trend of high scoring matches in Major League Soccer, the amazing play of Chris Wondolowski and what it takes to be an MLS All-Star. Debated were Eddie Johnson's...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke and Pedro discuss the recent trend of high scoring matches in Major League Soccer, the amazing play of Chris Wondolowski and what it takes to be an MLS All-Star. Debated were Eddie Johnson's inclusion and whether Dax McCarty deserves a spot. Also in the mix were the plethora of changes by the Vancouver Whitecaps, including DP signings and Ben Olsen being inducted into DC United's Hall of Tradition]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/54154-off-the-bench-episode-15-goals-all-stars-and-dp-s.mp3" length="20215936" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/54154-off-the-bench-episode-15-goals-all-stars-and-dp-s.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 17 Jul 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2526</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Futbol,,Football,,Ben,Olsen,,Luke,Lohr,,Pedro,Gomes,,Chris,Wondolowski,,LA,Galaxy,,San,Jose,Earthquakes,,DC,United</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 14 Featuring Jimmy Conrad</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes talk the recent US Open Cup action, including the Seattle Sounders and Eddie Johnson. The New York Cosmos have joined the North American Soccer League (NASL) and recent trade movements caused a stir in MLS. Additionally KickTV guest Jimmy Conrad drops steps in and offers his insight into KickTV and what his goals with the organization are. Conrad also goes in depth about his trip to the Euros and offers reactions to Eric Wynalda's coaching in Atlanta. Conrad also proves he is darn good looking on the radio.]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1357708200" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes talk the recent US Open Cup action, including the Seattle Sounders and Eddie Johnson. The New York Cosmos have joined the North American Soccer League (NASL) and recent trade movements ...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes talk the recent US Open Cup action, including the Seattle Sounders and Eddie Johnson. The New York Cosmos have joined the North American Soccer League (NASL) and recent trade movements caused a stir in MLS. Additionally KickTV guest Jimmy Conrad drops steps in and offers his insight into KickTV and what his goals with the organization are. Conrad also goes in depth about his trip to the Euros and offers reactions to Eric Wynalda's coaching in Atlanta. Conrad also proves he is darn good looking on the radio.]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/53781-off-the-bench-episode-14-featuring-jimmy-conrad.mp3" length="26396800" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/53781-off-the-bench-episode-14-featuring-jimmy-conrad.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 12 Jul 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3299</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Futbol,,Football,,Jimmy,Conrad,,Luke,Lohr,,Pedro,Gomes,,Eric,Wynalda,,US,Open,Cup,,Seattle,Sounders,,Sporting,Kansas,City</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 13: Thoughts on Zakuani, Coaching and Spider-Man</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke and Pedro discuss the meaning behind Steve Zakuani's embrace of Brian Mullan, why New England is to be feared and who the most underrated forward in MLS is. Also covered is Eric Wynalda's recent appointment to Interim Head Coach of Atlanta and whether or not you should see The Amazing Spider-Man]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1357449029" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke and Pedro discuss the meaning behind Steve Zakuani's embrace of Brian Mullan, why New England is to be feared and who the most underrated forward in MLS is. Also covered is Eric Wynalda's re...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke and Pedro discuss the meaning behind Steve Zakuani's embrace of Brian Mullan, why New England is to be feared and who the most underrated forward in MLS is. Also covered is Eric Wynalda's recent appointment to Interim Head Coach of Atlanta and whether or not you should see The Amazing Spider-Man]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/53575-off-the-bench-episode-13-thoughts-on-zakuani-coaching-and-spider-man.mp3" length="23337088" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/53575-off-the-bench-episode-13-thoughts-on-zakuani-coaching-and-spider-man.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Mon, 09 Jul 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2917</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Soccer,,Futbol,,Steve,Zakuani,,Brian,Mullan,,Eric,Wynalda,,Luke,Lohr,,Real,Salt,Lake,,Seattle,Sounders</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 12: Expansion Talk, Rivalry Matches and the Casual Fans</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes debate the validity of a rivalry and point out the factors that make for a natural rivalry. Expansion talk and possible news of the leagues 20th team lead to discussions about how the league should do things and a great story of creating a new soccer fan. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1356498623" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes debate the validity of a rivalry and point out the factors that make for a natural rivalry. Expansion talk and possible news of the leagues 20th team lead to discussions about how the l...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes debate the validity of a rivalry and point out the factors that make for a natural rivalry. Expansion talk and possible news of the leagues 20th team lead to discussions about how the league should do things and a great story of creating a new soccer fan. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/52735-off-the-bench-episode-12-expansion-talk-rivalry-matches-and-the-casual-fans.mp3" length="23011456" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/52735-off-the-bench-episode-12-expansion-talk-rivalry-matches-and-the-casual-fans.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jun 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2876</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Soccer,,Futbol,,Luke,Lohr,,Pedro,Gomes,,MLS,Expansion,,Rivalries</itunes:keywords>
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  <item>
    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 11: Talking MLS, Ben Olsen and CCL vs USMNT</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes break down the midweek MLS action, talk All-Stars and Ben Olsen's role as the coach. The USMNT's announced match versus Mexico and its relevance versus the CONCACAF Champions League is discussed, as well as a shout out to some fantastic people growing the game. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1355894330" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes break down the midweek MLS action, talk All-Stars and Ben Olsen's role as the coach. The USMNT's announced match versus Mexico and its relevance versus the CONCACAF Champions League is ...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes break down the midweek MLS action, talk All-Stars and Ben Olsen's role as the coach. The USMNT's announced match versus Mexico and its relevance versus the CONCACAF Champions League is discussed, as well as a shout out to some fantastic people growing the game. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/52201-off-the-bench-episode-11-talking-mls-ben-olsen-and-ccl-vs-usmnt.mp3" length="21641344" type="audio/mpeg" />
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    <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jun 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2705</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Ben,Olsen,,DC,United,,Off,the,Bench,,Luke,Lohr,,Soccer,,Futbol</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 10: Guest Frank Yallop (San Jose Earthquakes) and Dan Wiersema (Free Beer Movement)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke is joined by a man behind one of the most unique forms of grassroots soccer growth: Dan Wiersema of TheFreeBeerMovement.com. Dan talks about the goals of the movement and the success they've already enjoyed. In the second half of the show San Jose's Frank Yallop lends his time to discuss the Earthquakes, MLS All-Stars and the Canadian national team. Enjoy.]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1355548475" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke is joined by a man behind one of the most unique forms of grassroots soccer growth: Dan Wiersema of TheFreeBeerMovement.com. Dan talks about the goals of the movement and the success they've...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke is joined by a man behind one of the most unique forms of grassroots soccer growth: Dan Wiersema of TheFreeBeerMovement.com. Dan talks about the goals of the movement and the success they've already enjoyed. In the second half of the show San Jose's Frank Yallop lends his time to discuss the Earthquakes, MLS All-Stars and the Canadian national team. Enjoy.]]></itunes:summary>
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    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/51542-off-the-bench-episode-10-guest-frank-yallop-san-jose-earthquakes-and-dan-wiersema-free-beer-movement.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Sun, 17 Jun 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>1596</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>Frank,Yallop,,San,Jose,Earthquakes,,MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Soccer,,The,Free,Beer,Movement,,Luke,Lohr</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 9: MLS All-Stars, USMNT and Nicknames</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr discuss what it means to be an MLS All-Star, what the All-Star game should be and how World Cup Qualifying goes for Jurgen Klinsmann's men. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1355116450" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr discuss what it means to be an MLS All-Star, what the All-Star game should be and how World Cup Qualifying goes for Jurgen Klinsmann's men. ]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Pedro Gomes and Luke Lohr discuss what it means to be an MLS All-Star, what the All-Star game should be and how World Cup Qualifying goes for Jurgen Klinsmann's men. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/51152-off-the-bench-episode-9-mls-all-stars-usmnt-and-nicknames.mp3" length="17649792" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/51152-off-the-bench-episode-9-mls-all-stars-usmnt-and-nicknames.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Tue, 12 Jun 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2206</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Soccer,,US,Men&#39;s,National,Team,,North,American,Soccer,,Luke,Lohr</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 8: Danny Califf, Juan Pablo Angel, Dan Kennedy (Chivas USA), Greg Lalas (MLSSoccer.com)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. A Goat filled episode as three members of Chivas USA lend their time. Danny Califf talks about his departure from the Philadelphia Union, Dan Kennedy discusses his season and Juan Pablo Angel talks of his work with Juan Agudelo. Greg Lalas, Editor-In-Chief of MLSSoccer.com joins to talk about the challenges of managing new media and being owned by MLS. Also Celine Dion. Yep. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1354425136" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. A Goat filled episode as three members of Chivas USA lend their time. Danny Califf talks about his departure from the Philadelphia Union, Dan Kennedy discusses his season and Juan Pablo Angel talks of his work w...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. A Goat filled episode as three members of Chivas USA lend their time. Danny Califf talks about his departure from the Philadelphia Union, Dan Kennedy discusses his season and Juan Pablo Angel talks of his work with Juan Agudelo. Greg Lalas, Editor-In-Chief of MLSSoccer.com joins to talk about the challenges of managing new media and being owned by MLS. Also Celine Dion. Yep. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/50364-off-the-bench-episode-8-danny-califf-juan-pablo-angel-dan-kennedy-chivas-usa-greg-lalas-mlssoccer-com.mp3" length="17768576" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/50364-off-the-bench-episode-8-danny-califf-juan-pablo-angel-dan-kennedy-chivas-usa-greg-lalas-mlssoccer-com.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Mon, 04 Jun 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2221</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Soccer,,Danny,Califf,,Juan,Pablo,Angel,,Dan,Kennedy,,Chivas,USA,,MLSReserves,,Greg,Lalas,,Luke,Lohr</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 7: Guest Luis Bueno (MLSSoccer.com)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Talking US Men's National Team in their loss to Brazil, US Open Cup and the we chat with Luis Bueno, Galaxy beat writer for MLSSoccer.com about what's going on with this Los Angeles team. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1354165678" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Talking US Men's National Team in their loss to Brazil, US Open Cup and the we chat with Luis Bueno, Galaxy beat writer for MLSSoccer.com about what's going on with this Los Angeles team. ]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Talking US Men's National Team in their loss to Brazil, US Open Cup and the we chat with Luis Bueno, Galaxy beat writer for MLSSoccer.com about what's going on with this Los Angeles team. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/50101-off-the-bench-episode-7-guest-luis-bueno-mlssoccer-com.mp3" length="29347968" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/50101-off-the-bench-episode-7-guest-luis-bueno-mlssoccer-com.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Fri, 01 Jun 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>3668</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>US,Men&#39;s,National,Team,,US,Soccer,,US,Open,Cup,,Luke,Lohr,,Off,The,Bench,,Luis,Bueno,,LA,Galaxy,,MLS,,Major,League,Soccer</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 6: Guest: Mike Magee (LA Galaxy)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke and Pedro discuss the USMNT, debate Landon Donovan, reflect on MLS action over the weekend and recount their experiences at USMNT and LA Galaxy practices. Mike Magee joins Luke for a bit of humor as well. Did you know Mike Magee can see Russia, Canada and the continental United States while standing in Alaska? True story. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1353820280" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke and Pedro discuss the USMNT, debate Landon Donovan, reflect on MLS action over the weekend and recount their experiences at USMNT and LA Galaxy practices. Mike Magee joins Luke for a bit of ...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. In this episode Luke and Pedro discuss the USMNT, debate Landon Donovan, reflect on MLS action over the weekend and recount their experiences at USMNT and LA Galaxy practices. Mike Magee joins Luke for a bit of humor as well. Did you know Mike Magee can see Russia, Canada and the continental United States while standing in Alaska? True story. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/49809-off-the-bench-episode-6-guest-mike-magee-la-galaxy.mp3" length="21004416" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/49809-off-the-bench-episode-6-guest-mike-magee-la-galaxy.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Mon, 28 May 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2625</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>US,Men&#39;s,National,Team,,MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,LA,Galaxy,,Mike,Magee,,Luke,Lohr</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 5: Guests Jonny Steele (RSL) and Curt Johnson (CAR)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss the finer points of name pronunciation, the LA Galaxy, US Open Cup, Eric Wynalda's Cal FC and more. Also, Luke is joined by Real Salt Lake midfielder Jonny Steele and Carolina Railhawks President Curt Johnson. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1353474599" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss the finer points of name pronunciation, the LA Galaxy, US Open Cup, Eric Wynalda's Cal FC and more. Also, Luke is joined by Real Salt Lake midfielder Jonny Steele and Carolina R...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and Pedro Gomes discuss the finer points of name pronunciation, the LA Galaxy, US Open Cup, Eric Wynalda's Cal FC and more. Also, Luke is joined by Real Salt Lake midfielder Jonny Steele and Carolina Railhawks President Curt Johnson. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/49504-off-the-bench-episode-5-guests-jonny-steele-rsl-and-curt-johnson-car.mp3" length="22790272" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/49504-off-the-bench-episode-5-guests-jonny-steele-rsl-and-curt-johnson-car.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 24 May 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2848</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>US,Open,Cup,,MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Off,The,Bench,,Carolina,Railhawks,,Eric,Wynalda,,Curt,Johnson,,Jonny,Steele,,Luke,Lohr</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off the Bench&quot; Episode 4, The WPS Folds and USMNT Call Ups</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Brad Snook and Luke Lohr discuss the folding of the WPS, the USMNT call-ups, and the MLS action from this past weekend. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1353215307" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Brad Snook and Luke Lohr discuss the folding of the WPS, the USMNT call-ups, and the MLS action from this past weekend. ]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Brad Snook and Luke Lohr discuss the folding of the WPS, the USMNT call-ups, and the MLS action from this past weekend. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/49172-off-the-bench-episode-4-the-wps-folds-and-usmnt-call-ups.mp3" length="18688128" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/49172-off-the-bench-episode-4-the-wps-folds-and-usmnt-call-ups.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Mon, 21 May 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2336</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Soccer,,WPS,,W-League,,US,Men&#39;s,National,Team</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 3: Guest Lee Nguyen (NE Revolution)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and the MLS SuperSub Pedro Gomes talk about the trades of Juan Agudelo, Danny Califf, Heath Pearce and Mike Lahoud. Also discussed is the work of Eric Wynalda's youth team and bachelor parties. Lastly, Lee Nguyen is kind enough to donate his time to talk about his arrival in MLS and his recent good form. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1352870217" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and the MLS SuperSub Pedro Gomes talk about the trades of Juan Agudelo, Danny Califf, Heath Pearce and Mike Lahoud. Also discussed is the work of Eric Wynalda's youth team and bachelor parties. Lastly,...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Luke Lohr and the MLS SuperSub Pedro Gomes talk about the trades of Juan Agudelo, Danny Califf, Heath Pearce and Mike Lahoud. Also discussed is the work of Eric Wynalda's youth team and bachelor parties. Lastly, Lee Nguyen is kind enough to donate his time to talk about his arrival in MLS and his recent good form. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/48975-off-the-bench-episode-3-guest-lee-nguyen-ne-revolution.mp3" length="22335616" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/48975-off-the-bench-episode-3-guest-lee-nguyen-ne-revolution.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Thu, 17 May 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2791</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Soccer,,Major,League,Soccer,,Lee,Nguyen,,Luke,Lohr,,Soccer,,US,Soccer,,Juan,Agudelo,,New,York,Red,Bulls</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 2</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Brad Snook, new writer for MLSReserves joins to talk about the past weekend of MLS action, Freddy Adu and BBVA Compass Stadium. Also discussed are the US National Team and even the Avengers. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1352610499" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Brad Snook, new writer for MLSReserves joins to talk about the past weekend of MLS action, Freddy Adu and BBVA Compass Stadium. Also discussed are the US National Team and even the Avengers. ]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. Brad Snook, new writer for MLSReserves joins to talk about the past weekend of MLS action, Freddy Adu and BBVA Compass Stadium. Also discussed are the US National Team and even the Avengers. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/48594-off-the-bench-episode-2.mp3" length="22317184" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/48594-off-the-bench-episode-2.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>2789</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,US,Soccer,,USMNT</itunes:keywords>
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    <title>&quot;Off The Bench&quot; Episode 1: Guest Will Kuhns (MLS Communications)</title>
    <description><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. The first episode gives brief account of league happenings in what is essentially a practice episode. However, as a treat an interview with Will Kuhns is included. Kuhns discusses MLS player education, medical treatment and progressive happenings on league concussion initiatives. ]]></description>
    <itunes:image href="http://www.buzzsprout.com/podcasts/6016/artworks_large.jpg?1352351315" />
    <itunes:author>Luke Lohr</itunes:author>
    <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. The first episode gives brief account of league happenings in what is essentially a practice episode. However, as a treat an interview with Will Kuhns is included. Kuhns discusses MLS player education, medical t...]]></itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Official Podcast of MLSReserves.com. The first episode gives brief account of league happenings in what is essentially a practice episode. However, as a treat an interview with Will Kuhns is included. Kuhns discusses MLS player education, medical treatment and progressive happenings on league concussion initiatives. ]]></itunes:summary>
    <enclosure url="http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/48449-off-the-bench-episode-1-guest-will-kuhns-mls-communications.mp3" length="11583616" type="audio/mpeg" />
    <guid>http://mlsreserves.buzzsprout.com/6016/48449-off-the-bench-episode-1-guest-will-kuhns-mls-communications.mp3</guid>
    <pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2012 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <itunes:duration>1447</itunes:duration>
    <itunes:keywords>MLS,,Major,League,Soccer,,Soccer,,Will,Kuhns,,ThinkTaylor.org</itunes:keywords>
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