3rd Degree the Podcast

3rd Degree the Podcast #356

3rd_Degree — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:20:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Dan Crooke is back to rejoin your other two hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick. As FC Dallas had the week off, the Trio looks ahead to the game at DC United and going against old friends Lucas Bartlett and Brandon Servania. Santiago Moreno is official at FCD. How does he fit in? Could he play this weekend? What tactics might Coach Quill roll out? Seems like a good time for an FCD temperature check.

Dallas Trinity has Tampa Sun on Tuesday, missing a couple of pieces on the back line, and your hosts felt the need to revisit the Missimo problem.

North Texas SC is off for a 2nd week, this time due to the Dallas Cup, as some players will go down to join the U18 for the Super Group. Atletico Dallas is also taking part in the tourney for the first time.

And Rodeo SC launched their brand, Dan Crooke was on hand for the vibe check.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #355

3rd_Degree — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:31:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Dan Crooke was supposed to be around, but his computer blew up and your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick - had to muddle through without their affable Brit.

Thankfully, the crazy 4-3 FC Dallas win over Houston gave them plenty to talk about, even with FCD having next week off. Logan Farrington was amazing, Peter Musa came to the rescue after the 5-minute meltdown started by Michael "Goldfish" Collodi, the 3-4-3 tactics are fascinating, the Changes Quill made worked, and now Dallas looks to be adding Santiago Moreno.

On the other side of town, Dallas Trinity got taken down hard by the best team in the Super League, Sporting JAX. It's time to talk about the elephant in the room, Lexi Missimo.

North Texas SC saw its second-youngest debut in club history by Benji Flowers. Is FCD going to fumble this one, too?

Atletico Dallas is launching an academy tier for youth, Rodeo SC has its logo debut this week, and McKinney Chupacabras hired two-time MLS Coach of the Year, Frank Yallop.

And you should check out the awesome story of the 1984 Sting team that won the World Championship for the US of A.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #354

3rd_Degree — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:09:00 +0000

Dan Crooke showed up as questionable on this week's injury report and then failed the game time test, so your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick - had to go on without their Lutonian this week.

FC Dallas took on perhaps the best in MLS, San Diego FC, granted a well-rotated version. Despite going down 3-1, your hoops didn't give up and fought back with their new 3-4-3 and a high press. Petar Musa had a hat trick to earn MLS Player of the Matchday. Nolan Norris fared well, and Kacik was a high-pressure machine. Houston Dynamo is up next, will we see this new shape and tactic?

Dallas Trinity grabbed a point on the road at DC Power, thanks to false-9 Bethany Bos. They then went and added a new center back, US U23 Sydney Cheesman, and look ahead to Lexington Sporting Club on Wednesday to kick off 4 straight at the Cotton Bowl.

North Texas SC played in some really poor conditions, falling to Austin FC 1-0 after getting a first-half red card.

Plus, the new USMNT kits are out.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #353

3rd_Degree — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:04:00 +0000

It's a super fat episode this week on 3rd Degree the Podcast. Your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - have plenty to talk about.

First, how often is a loss considered a good performance? Well, this one in LA was. FCD did a good job containing the high-flying Hollywood FC. The switchfoot wingbacks were a bit odd, but the midfield trio was much improved. Michal Collodi was the man of the match with a standout showing. Although unfinished, FCD's League Cup slate is looking more complete. Peter Musa got a call-up. And now San Diego comes to town.

Balata and Wisner got Team of the Month, and Graciie Brian retired. Then Dallas Trinity stole a massive road win via Buzz's favorite new player, Heather Stainbrook. Now Trinity gets DC Power before getting a 4-game home stand.

North Texas SC added Matt Hedges to the staff, then proceeded to stop Rapids 2. NTSC's new star Edu Nys had a hattrick.

Rodeo SC has its logo release party on March 27th. The FIFA fan fest looks great, and both Frisco and Mansfield are hosting World Cup teams.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #352

3rd_Degree — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 10:28:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - attempt to be more entertaining than the FC Dallas game against Nashville. Neither team generated much offense, making for a snoozer. In FC Dallas favor, they were attempting to lock down the game and keep it scoreless. It's early in the season, but questions abound. Is it time to bench Kamungo? How close is Valiente to being a starter? Should FCD sell Kaick? Any judgment on Johansson?

Up next, LAFC on the road. Ouch. One of the best in the league, that's going to be a seriously tough assignment.

Dallas Trinity beat Houston Dash 1-0 in front og 6k. Carolina Kelly with the game winner. Are there any takeaways with a tough assignment of their own this weekend at Lexington SC?

North Texas SC kicked off the season missing a few pieces and came away from Salt Lake with a tie. But really, Los Toritos should have won and let it slip with a late equalizer.

Plus, Rodeo SC added a youth club partnership.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #351

3rd_Degree — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:19:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick - have to muddle through with half a Dan Crooke. But thankfully, Dennis McGowan was around to pick up Crooke's spare and finish the show.

FC Dallas opened the season with a solid performance against Toronto FC to grab three home points. Farrington and Musa were lighting it up, the midfield played well, the wingbacks showed something, Collodi was solid, and the back line was shaky... all as expected. The kits look amazing, the TIFO was strong, and the 24-hour tailgate was a smash. Nashville SC is up next. Plus, the crew says so long to the great Paxton Pomykal.

Dallas Trinity fell on the road at Carolina, and your hosts dig into what's not going well. The Trinity have their big friendly with the Houston Dash up next. Try not to look ahead to Lexington, ladies.

And North Texas SC gets going this weekend.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #350

3rd_Degree — Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:17:00 +0000

The MLS season is upon us! And thus, this week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - put a bow on the FC Dallas preseason. How's the team looking heading into the season? What does the formation look like? Who are the expected starters? A 10 and a keeper were announced. Is the new 10 a factor at this point? The new kit is amazing! Plus, FCD and MLS predictions. There are some serious HSO's on the table.

Dallas Trinity had a game called off for weather/field conditions. They go again this weekend against Carolina.

Atletico Dallas had an intro meet and greet for new Coach Peter Luccin. Our man, Peter Welpton, was on hand to take it in, and he'll tell you all about it. The hype is starting to build, Wolff and Snake!

And North Texas SC signed two players, a midfielder and a keeper.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #349

3rd_Degree — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 10:40:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - do a live podcast from Peticolas Brewing Company Taproom to celebrate Buzz moving out of town. A live crowd spices it.

For FC Dallas, there was a good/bad scrimmage win (over three 45-minute periods) against New York Red Bulls, missing some pieces. A 10-less formation, some poor build, but lots of goals. The Houston and Atlanta games are this week. So what's next? A 10? A DP? One thing for sure, there's an amazing new kit coming.

Athletico Dallas has a coach announcement this week. But the name got reported today, so your trio digs into what Peter Luccin might do for the city's newest team.

Dallas Trinity's newest signings power the Golden Girls to a huge 4-0 win on the road. Heather Stainbrook was particularly strong. This week, it gets a lot tougher with an undefeated Lexington side.

The pod finishes with a celebration of 3rd Degree's moving away founder.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #348

3rd_Degree — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 10:41:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - break down what they can from the very limited access of FC Dallas vs RSL. Then it's a vibe check on the state of the team about halfway through spring camp. And the big question, will FCD get a 10 or not?

Dallas Trinity kicked off the second half with some new additions getting right into things. Maybe one more addition to come?

And finally, the USL Premier announcement dropped, and your hosts dig into the amazing developments in that league, including, potentially, promotion and relegation! Big things ahead for Atletico Dallas and Fort Worth USL.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #347

3rd_Degree — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 10:17:00 +0000

This episode of 3rd Degree the podcast, is dedicated to Elizabeth Angle. Rest in peace.

It's a quiet week in Dallas soccer on this week's episode of 3rd Degree the Podcast. Your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - break down what they can of the FC Dallas scrimmages, which weren't streamed by the club. Still, some details were put out, and a pirate stream or two may have helped. Even with the opposition being poor, some things were learned.

Dallas Trinity has a new coach and gets back after it this weekend.
And North Texas SC has started camp.

Oh, and FC Dallas loaned Ened Sali out. Thankfully.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #346

3rd_Degree — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 10:30:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - check in on FC Dallas as the team heads to Portugal. Dan Crooke has an early camp training report. Then the trio plays secret agent to suss out who is in the overseas camp, and who isn't. Plus, a name has surfaced for a 10-target that might be worth paying attention to. Frankly, with the club being secretive, there's not a ton to talk about.

Thankfully, Dallas Trinity is picking up the slack. First, we hear a coach is just about hired, and we have three new signings to chew on. Is there more to come? The Trinity gets going again in two weeks.

Plus, NTSC has opened camp, and that has triggered some Academy talk.

And finally, a trip by Dan to a classic kit fair leads to some discussion of great stuff in your hosts' personal collections.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #345

3rd_Degree — Tue, 13 Jan 2026 10:16:00 +0000

It's back to business on this week's episode of 3rd Degree the Podcast. Your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - are hyped for the start of FC Dallas training camp. New numbers, preseason games, new player talk (Chucky Lozano and Weston McKennie?), and a new assistant coach. Heck, the transfer window isn't even open yet.

Dallas Trinity is back at it, and we hear some moves might be coming, maybe even a new coach.

Atlético Dallas partnered with the City of Dallas for its corporate headquarters at Expo Park

And North Texas SC signed a 6'7" 16-year-old keeper.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #344

3rd_Degree — Tue, 06 Jan 2026 10:20:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - celebrate the new year and the start of season 8 of the podcast.

FC Dallas talk kicks things off with a discussion of the club's new "Homegrown Signing Day" and why one of the four signings matters more - for now - than the other three. Training camp opens this weekend, is the most set in stone starting XI entering camp that's been seen in some time? Plus FCD will be playing Brøndby and RSL in Algarve in late January.

Dallas Trinity is preparing to face the Houston Dah in February.
North Texas SC made their roster purge official, and re-signed a kid.
And Rodeo SC made a big personnel change at the top of the organization.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #343

3rd_Degree — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 23:33:57 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick (Dan Crooke is out for the Holidays) - try to liven up your pre-New Year void with some local soccer talk! First, it's FC Dallas with a new wing-back on the way, and that signifies a couple of things. Perhaps most of you will want to hear what your hosts know about a playmaker. FCD also made some draft picks, and the duo will tell you what you need to know. Peter sneaks in some kit talk, too.

Then it's Dallas Trinity talk as they go into the winter, looking at some changes on the field, and, hopefully, in the stands.

And Atletico Dallas bought a reserve team in the UPSL, completing their pathway. That's a great move.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #342

3rd_Degree — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 10:34:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Dan Crooke is back, and he joined Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick to talk all things pro soccer in DFW. First, FC Dallas is making some news, landing their first signing. So what's next, and are they really talking to a center back? How about a DP 10 or any other rumors? FCD also traded up to the 3rd overall pick in the SuperDraft.

Dallas Trinity won again, this time on a Missimo goal; they're now up to 4th with one game to go in the fall section.

And Atletico Dallas announced an amazing fan venue and soccer court down near the Cotton Bowl. It looks fantastic and should make for a super cool pre-/post-game spot for AD fans.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #341

3rd_Degree — Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:39:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick - try to get over having to do the podcast without Dan Crooke by dissecting the FC Dallas end-of-season press conference. It's the good, the bad, and the ugly. Much of it on repeat. Yes, 3-5-2; no, new center back, maybe some mids and forwards; "flexibility;" show don't tell; and much, much more. Plus, FCD looks to be adding a U22 central mid.

Dallas Trinity got Lexi Missimo back and won. Things are moving in a good direction.

And Atletico Dallas is having a Block Party for the fans this weekend.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #340

3rd_Degree — Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:24:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Peter Welpton and Dan Crooke rejoin Buzz Carrick, so the complete trio is on the mic. There's a whole lot of FC Dallas in this one, as most of the other teams in town aren't playing. Your hosts talk more roster building, give out some FCD season awards, and dig into tough questions like "can FCD keep Musa, is Norris ready, should the Burn sell Paess, and does FCD really need a center back?

Dallas Trinity is back in action this weekend. Yeah!

And Atletico Dallas is holding a Block Party on the 13th.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #339

3rd_Degree — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 10:32:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, both Peter Welpton and Dan Crooke are out for the Thanksgiving Holidays, so Buzz Carrick is left to fly solo. Thankfully, Buzz made a call to the pen to bring in the lefty, FCD observer and and MLS capologist, Arman Kafai. So get ready, FC Dallas fans, for 90 minutes of intense soccer talk as Buzz and Arman get into salary cap, roster moves, MLS models, and the direction of the club.

And if you are fan of the other pro soccer teams in town, don't get too upset. None of them are playing this week.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #338

3rd_Degree — Tue, 18 Nov 2025 10:44:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - are waiting for FC Dallas roster moves. So in the meantime, they dig into the massive MLS news: the calendar flip and the changes to the Apple TV deal.

Dallas Trinity grabbed a big win at Spokane, spurred by the outstanding play of Foster in net and two teenage goal scorers. Can Trinity become a leader in this league in the next wave of talent and keep some of these outstanding Dallas kids?

Atlético Dallas dropped a 3rd kit. The kings of merch gave fans another good one while still a year from playing.

And finally, the MASL season begins in 10 days, so poor one out for the Dallas Sidekicks. They'll be missed.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #337

3rd_Degree — Tue, 11 Nov 2025 05:30:58 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - dig into the FC Dallas offseason plan. What's next? New tactics, new shape? What's the #1 must-do signing... and then what will they do? New DP or no? Two new DPs?

Dallas Trinity is a mess, falling to 8th in a 9-team league.
Is Atletico Dallas getting a training ground?

And who the heck is Rodeo Soccer Club?

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #336

3rd_Degree — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 11:03:00 +0000

This week, on a marathon edition of 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - dig deep on the FC Dallas elimination game from the 2025 playoffs. There was so much good on display with just a bit of bad at the very end. Still, the display was inspiring in many ways, and yet still sad for a great many fans.

So the next season is upon us, and that means it's time to kick it all off with our annual "Dump or Keep" game, as your hosts run through the roster and tell you who should stay and who should go.

Plus, Dallas Trinity is back at it against DC Power to kick off a 6-of-7-at-home stretch.

And Buzz talked to Texoma FC owner Ben Watson about what's next for the team.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #335

3rd_Degree — Tue, 28 Oct 2025 09:29:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - try to get cathartic about the most comprehensive defeat in franchise history. (Yes, seriously.) What went wrong? Was anything good? Just how in the world does FCD compete with this Vancouver team? Can a few tweaks get them back into this thing?

Dallas Trinity is back in action this weekend, sitting in 4th place on PPG.

The season ended for Texoma FC and North Texas SC in very negative ways.

And is anything happening with the two forthcoming USL sides?

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #334

3rd_Degree — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 09:18:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast... playoffs!!! Your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - talk all things FC Dallas and the playoffs. How did the Burn save the season? How did they win in Vancouver, missing all those pieces? Can they keep winning? Where there's a Quill, there's a will! Sarver, Collodi, Julio, Cappis! Now it's playoff time and the Burn go again against... *checks notes* Vancouver...

But that's not all, Dallas Trinity smashed all kinds of records with 22 thousand at the Cotton Bowl against Club America. There's a lot of season left for the Golden Girls.

North Texas SC was in a playoff battle, which wasn't looking good as the pod was recorded.
Texoma FC fought hard in their penultimate game of 2025.
And Garland is building the same thing without Atletico Dallas that they were going to build with Atletico Dallas.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #333

3rd_Degree — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 10:01:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick (no Dan Crooke) - break down the meltdown in LA - the red card, the brain farts, the mistakes - how it all could have been prevented, quality Quill moves, and what's left in playoff scenarios. And who the heck will play in the now massive season final in Vancouver this weekend? FCD sure has put itself in a bind.

Dallas Trinity's road woes continue, but the State Fair Classic is up next, and that should be tons of fun.

North Texas SC has its playoff opener this Sunday at "The Town." Could Sam Sarver play back-to-back games on Saturday/Sunday?

Texoma FC won their final home game but were eliminated from the playoffs.

And Buzz floats a name for an ambitious, statement-setting coach hire for Atletico Dallas. No, this isn't a news dump; it's just an on-fire coach idea.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #332

3rd_Degree — Tue, 07 Oct 2025 09:31:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - go long on the FC Dallas game and how they got to this point. How did the Burn go from being one of the worst in MLS to one of the best... or at least hottest? Lucho Acosta, Christian Cappis, Oz Urhoghide, and even a tactical change by Coach Eric Quill. Petar Musa might break the single-season scoring record. FCD goes against the Galaxy again this weekend in a must-win. Matt Hedges retired. Did Paxton Pomykal get a curtain call? Oh, and Buzz answers a couple of fan questions from 3rd Degree's Discord.

Plus, Dallas Trinity enjoyed, one assumes, a weekend off. They have Spokane next and then the big State Fair Classico.

Sam Sarver had a hat trick for North Texas SC to get them into the playoffs.
Texoma FC drew and fell to 12th.
Dallas Atletico hosted Carli Lloyd, not that anyone knew about it.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #331

3rd_Degree — Tue, 30 Sep 2025 10:08:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - dig into the entertaining 2-2 draw at Portland, a quality point on the road. Jackson & Musa led the way, and there was plenty of good and a little not as great, but an overall good game. A Galaxy double is next before the Burn finish at Vancouver. So, will FC Dallas make the playoffs or not? Can they get it done?

Dallas Trinity got wrecked, Buzz has a few thoughts. Maybe a week off will do the Golden Girls some good.

North Texas SC continues to play a bunch of kids (that's good) and remains in the last playoff spot (that's also good).

Atletico Dallas had their training center deal with the Garland collapse. Your trio dissects.

Texoma FC lost, made a big email oopsie, and Buzz has an interesting sourced tidbit on what may be in the Red Birds' future.

And the first confirmed team for the Dallas Cup 2026 dropped.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #330

3rd_Degree — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 09:55:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, FC Dallas is on fire! Your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick (Dan Crooke is on an excused absence and not injured) - enjoy the current form of the Burn. Musa, Farrington, Urhoghide, Ramiro, Moore, Kamungo, Cappis... so many dudes are showing up, and Los Toros are 3-0-3 over the last 6. Don't look now, but your local MLS side is in the final play-in spot with 4 games to go.

Dallas Trinity got a tie on the road and remains atop the league despite the road stretch. The Golden Girls (amazing nickname) are struggling to score but are outplaying virtually everyone.

North Texas SC got a massive road win with a bunch of kids and now sit 6th with 3 games left.

Unfortunately, the wheels are coming off in Texoma as the Red Birds fall to the worst team in USL-1. It's not looking good up in Sherman.

Finally, the matchups are out for the 2nd round of regional '26 Cup qualifying.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #329

3rd_Degree — Tue, 16 Sep 2025 09:27:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - enjoy the best FC Dallas performance of the season with the complete two-way win over Austin FC. Petar Musa, Logan Farrington, Bernie Kaumungo, Christian Cappis, and the whole collective defense played well. Heck, seemed like not a single player performed poorly. Now it's a massive game against the Rapids. Will Coach Quill change anything? What about the keeper?

Dallas Trinity fell on the road but remains in 1st place. North Texas SC dropped some points and sits outside the playoffs. Atletico Dallas added to their ownership. And a couple of local teams advanced in the 2026 US Open Cup.

And lastly, Buzz talked to Texoma FC owner Ben Watson for the latest on the strange happenings up north of town.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #328

3rd_Degree — Tue, 09 Sep 2025 09:31:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - celebrate two record-setting individuals. Dallas Trinity's Rhea Moore (the youngest pro women's goal scorer in US history) and Jacob Jackson (FC Dallas record 12 saves in a game). Two fantastic performances.

First, FC Dallas got a tie at StLou after Collodi's red card, thanks to the standout replacement keeper Jackson and a high press goal from Petar Musa. The Burn got Austin FC next, and ties aren't going to get that last playoff spot.

Then, undefeated Dallas Trinity tops the USL Super League at 3-0-0 when no one else has more than 1 win. DTFC picked up right where they left off last year with their rebuilt defense.

North Texas SC got a shootout win and remains in 8th.
Texoma got blown out 5-0, but all anyone wants to know is, are they moving?
Atletico Dallas has an announcement on Tuesday, stay tuned.
And local 2026 US Open Cup Qualifying starts this weekend.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #327

3rd_Degree — Tue, 02 Sep 2025 09:36:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - don't have an FC Dallas game to dissect, but they do have one coming up. And they keep making moves, Tsiki Ntsabeleng being the latest. Plus Deedson, Garcia, and Norris got call-ups. And Geovane pumped faked everyone (ok, just Buzz) on his return. Jesus Ferreira is winning things.

Dallas Trinity has won 2 and sits atop the table, but has a 5-game road trip coming up.
North Texas SC got a road win out in California and plays the exact same team this weekend.
Texoma FC continued its hot and cold ways, falling to Forward Madison.
Atletico Dallas has a new investor.
And 6 local sides are involved in 2026 US Open Cup qualifying.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #326

3rd_Degree — Tue, 26 Aug 2025 10:04:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, the Son rises on FC Dallas for the first time with a beautiful free kick. Your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - break down the action from FC Dallas vs LAFC. Delgado, Cappis, Farrington, tactical changes, defense holds up, and Musa and Oz missing... so many talking points. 7 games left, can they get it done?

Dallas Trinity had a nice win in their season opener; Thornton and Balata carried the day. They get Brooklyn next

North Texas SC got stomped, which puts them in a bad playoff spot.
Texoma FC won 1 and tied 1, so they hold on to 7th place.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #325

3rd_Degree — Tue, 19 Aug 2025 09:32:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrik - kick things off with a Dallas Trinity FC primer as their season starts this weekend. Key returning players, important issues, and how we expect them to play. Also, what's with the top secret, super-duper private preseason thing?

Then it's on to FC Dallas and the draw in Austin. What went right and what went wrong. Is this how the team is gonna finish the year? The window closes this week. Anything else coming? And how will they handle the powerhouse LAFC side?

North Texas lost, but played more kids; that's actually good. They go after FCD this weekend, also good.
Texoma lost, but has a big week where they could move up a couple of spots in the standings.

And Atletico Dallas got their training center in Garland approved.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #324

3rd_Degree — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 09:18:00 +0000

It's a victory pod on this week's episode of 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Buzz Carrick, and Dan Crooke (Dan's back!!) - dig into the post-Acosta era and a FC Dallas home win over Portland. Kamungo at wingback? The best Ramiro game of the year? Delgado disaster? Solid center back play! The Collodi Kid to the rescue!

FCD also sold Marco Farfan and Lucho Acosta, two good bits of business, but very different. Could this whole Acosta mess have been avoided?

It's also two weeks from Dallas Trinity's opening day at the Cotton Bowl.

North Texas SC won a shootout at Austin. Why do they play before FC Dallas?

And Texoma dropped a road game.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #323

3rd_Degree — Tue, 05 Aug 2025 00:26:27 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, there was no FC Dallas game for your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick, Dan Crooke was missing in action - to talk about, but there is a game this weekend to look ahead to against the Portland Timbers. Plus, FC Dallas is in the middle of the summer window. So are they done? What do they need? Will they make a move after Marco Farfan exits? Your hosts will fill you in.

Dallas Trinity scrimmaged SMU, and their season is just around the corner.
Texoma FC had an amazing road comeback for a point.
North Texas SC got wrecked.
And Atlético Dallas has a tournament going on.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #322

3rd_Degree — Tue, 29 Jul 2025 09:49:00 +0000

Last week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, it was looking so rosy for FCD. This week? Not so much as the Burn crashed back to earth with a series of mental switch-offs against NYCFC. You hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick, Dan Crooke's computer is down - Get the not-so-fun task of digging into the errors and asking who is to blame; players, coach, or both? 10 games are left in the season, the team needs 15 points (probably), and things just aren't working. So important questions need to be asked... Does the club stick with Lucho Acosta or Eric Quill? Is it time to buy out Paxton Pomykal? Is it time to play the kids for 2026?

On the upside, North Texas SC won a trophy. Yes, another D3 title, so FCD is hyped.

Texoma FC lost in the USL Cup. Atletico Dallas isn't making much news. But the Dallas Trinity season is just around the corner. The FCD U23s fell in the semi-final.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #321

3rd_Degree — Tue, 22 Jul 2025 05:46:14 +0000

What a fun time your 3rd Degree the Podcast hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - had this week in FCD land. A tie and a win amid some of the better play we've seen in a while and the release of one of the best kits in club history... the Burn Throwback Archive kit. But before digging into the games, it's the current status of Luchio Acosta that needs explaining, as well as that of his little buddy Pedrinho. Plenty of people are balling out for FCD: Petar Musa, Josh Torquato, Kaick, heck, even Bernie Kamungo looks dialed in. And Sam Sarver almost scored 5 goals in 2 days.

North Texas SC won big thanks to Sarver, Texoma FC got another tie, Dallas Trinity added another player, and the FCD U23s are into the Final Four.

Rest in Peace, Rags Gardner.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #320

3rd_Degree — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 10:01:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - try to dig deep to find a positive ray of sunshine for FC Dallas against LAFC. Your trio explains why Lucho Acosta was dropped, why the yellow card may be a big deal, and wonders what is next. Hopefully, Urhoghide will be back soon, but after that, is there much joy in sight? Maybe the new window will help with one player we know of already coming in. Will there be more? At least FCD is about to get a banger of a throwback kit.

North Texas SC got wrecked at Dynamo Dos, and Texoma FC ended their unbeaten streak vs the Pines.
Denton wrecked McKinney and FCD U23s won their league.

Plus, Dallas Trinity started adding some nice pieces for the next season, which is 6 weeks away.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #319

3rd_Degree — Tue, 08 Jul 2025 09:40:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick (Dan Crooke is on assignment) - welcome back guest Arman Kafai to talk all things FC Dallas. The Loons' game was bad, but was it any worse than the other two home games they lost in the last couple of weeks? Is this team and staff starting to look defeated? And what do they do with LAFC up next? Plus, Arman has a TED Talk about rebuilding in MLS and why it's a bad idea.

North Texas SC won, and Sam Sarver got the call-up.

Texoma FC is now unbeaten in 8. This may be the greatest turnaround of all time.

And McKinney Chupacabras drew 20,000 over their short USL-2 season. That's amazing.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #318

3rd_Degree — Tue, 01 Jul 2025 10:06:00 +0000

This episode of 3rd Degree the Podcast is dedicated to Christine Gardner. Rest in peace.

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - have the biggest pile of DFW soccer news to talk about, ever.

Starting with two FC Dallas losses at home of different stripes and pain. Questions have to be asked about where this thing is headed. FCD also sold Antonio Carrera and let Show Cafumana walk. And on top of that, the MLSPA salary drop happened. Now, Los Toros face the Loons! (As does North Texas SC).

Dallas Trinity fired their coach, had their President win a league award, and then dumped 9 players.

Texoma hasn't lost in two months, till they got rid of an owner and then faced a USL-C team in the USL Cup.

Atletico Dallas had a sweet kit drop and got their training ground approved.

And the McKinney Chupacabras are getting a training ground upgrade!

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #317

3rd_Degree — Tue, 24 Jun 2025 09:49:00 +0000

No FC Dallas results to talk about on this week's 3rd Degree the Podcast, but your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - have two FC Dallas games to look forward to. There was a lot of other DFW soccer stuff to talk about, too.

Like some images of the Farrington Field reno involving the forthcoming Fort Worth USL team leaked on YouTube.

Dallas Trinity is playing Club America, and the Super League second season kicks off in two months.

Don't look now, but Texoma FC is unbeaten in 6!

North Texas SC continues its up-and-down form.

And most importantly, the debut of the Wigglebutt SC merch.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #316

3rd_Degree — Tue, 17 Jun 2025 09:27:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick (Dan Crooke is on hiatus) - get to enjoy a victory pod. The disparity between FC Dallas at home and on the road is incomprehensible. Alvaro was surprisingly good, and Lletget was just as impactful as usual. Delgado and Acosta got their shine on. Pretty much everyone had a good game.

Atletico Dallas, Dallas Trinity, and FC Dallas were all in the news with the Dallas City Council. AD got a Cotton Bowl lease and picked up control of MoneyGram on the side. Plus, Trinity is in the early stages of getting a training facility for themselves.

Texoma is on a 5-game unbeaten run! Could they make the playoffs?
North Texas SC is in a tough patch.

And lo and behold, actual direct evidence of, not only the USL men's team coming to Fort Worth that Buzz has been telling you about, but a Super League team as well. Rejoice, Panther City fans!

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #315

3rd_Degree — Tue, 10 Jun 2025 10:02:00 +0000

Sure, this week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - will look ahead to the FC Dallas game at Sporting KC. With Urhoghide and Abubakar out, Coach Quill will have to duct tape together a defense.

But the real meat of the episode is the Atletico Dallas, Cotton Bowl, and MoneyGram Complex news. Your hosts talk about the overall impact and what that means for Atletico, both short and long-term. Plus, what might it mean for the other Fair Park tenant, Dallas Trinity?

Speaking of Trinity, 3rd Degree puts a bow on their season, talks up the unbeaten in 4-straight Texoma FC, checks in on the 1st place FC Dallas U23s, and talks up the unexpected international friendly for... *checks notes* North Texas SC.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #314

3rd_Degree — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 09:59:00 +0000

This weekend on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - dig into a double week of FC Dallas ties and tell you why both games were total and complete stinkers and also displays of hearts and guts. Yes, this team isn't great and is tough to watch. It has roster issues magnified by the Urhoghide injury and Abubakar red card. Plus, Endeley was recalled, and we're all worried about Pomykal.

Dallas Trinity took care of business and grabbed a playoff spot. Thoroton won the Golden Boot, Amber Brooks played every minute, and Tampa Sun is up next in the playoffs.

Also, Chupacabras drew 4k, FCD has a new U23 team under Zach Loyd, USA has some new kits, and Peter recommends a TV show.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #313

3rd_Degree — Tue, 27 May 2025 09:52:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - have an FC Dallas 2-fer of losses to kick it off. The losses in the Open Cup in New York and league play in Seattle. But was it bad? Who exactly are FC Dallas? The games were so different. Do they even know? Up next, FC Cincinnati. What will we see there? Is it time for a Paxton Pomykal start?

Dallas Trinity lost but still has a good shot at the playoffs.
North Texas SC has won 4 straight!
Texoma FC has won 2 straight!
3600 in the stands at the McKinney Chupacabras opener.
Lots of news on the Atletico Dallas stadium front.
And some blessed kit talk.
Just loads for the DFW soccer curious.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #312

3rd_Degree — Tue, 20 May 2025 09:59:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - get the oh so fun chance to break down the Houston Dynamo loss. Ok, look. This is getting boring talking about the same problems over and over. Is there anything to build on? What's the way forward? The schedule is about to get nuts. How does Coach Quill go after the open cup at New York, then Seattle, FC Cincinnati, and Union all in a row?

Trinity has 2 games left. Can they get it done? Texoma got a win!! North Texas SC took care of Dynamo (Dos) when FCD couldn't.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #311

3rd_Degree — Tue, 13 May 2025 09:57:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Paxton's back!! Your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick are hyped for FCD to get its heart back. But that's not all, there was an Open Cup win and an RSL tie that felt like a loss up a man at home. The Acosta problem continues, Ramiro played right back, Garcia debuted, Kamungo struggled, the formation changed (again), Musa came back, and Abubakar played right back. What a week. The Houston Dynamo are next.

Dallas Trinity fell again and is in a real slide toward missing the playoffs.
North Texas SC plays Dynamo Dos.
Texoma FC tied again.
And some Atletico Dallas brand talk came in again.

Music by Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #310

3rd_Degree — Tue, 06 May 2025 10:05:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - were distracted from one of the epic meltdowns in FCD history with a massive new brand launch for pro soccer in the MetroPlex, Atlético Dallas. Don't worry, you don't get out of FCD meltdown talk completely, as the trio breaks it down. Plus, FCD has two home games this week to try and turn things around, when you include the Burn's 2025 US Open Cup debut. Dallas Trinity fell in Tampa, North Texas SC won in Minnesota, and Texoma *almost* won a game.

Music by Paappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #309

3rd_Degree — Tue, 29 Apr 2025 10:18:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - get the joy of breaking down one of the best comebacks in club history. A feat that has only happened five times before. Triggered by Coach Eric Quill's subs and the formation change, Osaze Urhoghide led his team to an epic comeback. There was so much good in this game, but it underlined the Lucho Acosta problem.

Plus, Dallas Trinity rolls (and has just 1 home game left), Texoma FC fell in the Jägermeister Cup, North Texas SC won, and the USL- Dallas brand drops on Friday.

Music by Paappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #308

3rd_Degree — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 09:59:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - take apart the FC Dallas game at Minnesota and try to answer the most important question: Is this team fun to watch? Coach Quill rotated a bit against the Loons. How did that go? And will we see something similar at Miami? Will Messi even play? Will the national media ever notice the great and powerful Oz?

Plus, Dallas Trinity got a tie after losing Missimo for the year. Texoma finally for a point. And a banged-up North Texas SC lost in the 92nd minute to Rapids 2.

Music by Paappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #307

3rd_Degree — Tue, 15 Apr 2025 09:56:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - try and slog through the analysis of the most boring game of the season. Don't kid yourself, this was a bad loss by FC Dallas. FCD was bad in almost every phase, except perhaps for a couple of defensive pieces. Delgado was a disaster, Julio was invisible, but at least everyone got to see Kaick start. Now Petar Musa is hurt, and FCD is about to begin a brutal three-game road stretch. On the bright side, FCD has a nifty new TV deal.

Continuing the bad week for DFW soccer, Dallas Trinity and Texoma FC both lost on the road in Spokane. At least North Texas SC won in PKs at Austin.

Everyone, go enjoy the Dallas Cup.

Music by Paappy Check.
Cover pic courtesy Seattle Sounders.

3rd Degree the Podcast #306

3rd_Degree — Tue, 08 Apr 2025 09:36:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick (Dan Crooke is doing something with foodstuffs) - have a road tie podcast, which, while excellent, isn't as good as a road win podcast. Peter opens the discussion with an Oz HSO, the duo breaks down the good and bad against Atlanta, gush over Nolan Norris and Lucho Acosta, take a quick look at the poor start of Seattle and Jesus Fereira, plus Buzz talks tactics and how the FCD side might change in the next couple of months.

Then it's on to 1st place Dallas Trinity, middle of the pack North Texas SC, and "the struggle is real" Texoma. Plus, there's some USL Cup talk, more pro/rel talk, and lastly... always epic kit talk.

Music by Paappy Check.
Cover pic courtesy FC Dallas.

3rd Degree the Podcast #305

3rd_Degree — Tue, 01 Apr 2025 09:59:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - kick off a home win podcast breaking down the end of the Peter Vermes era game against Sporting KC. Norris started, Acosta joined the 75/75 club, Oz excelled, Chu disappointed, and FCD bunkered. And won!

Dallas Trinity played and tried to make Buzz puke, North Texas SC blew a 3-1 lead, and Texoma FC couldn't get their first win. Plus - and this will amaze you - there was more kit talk and this time it involved oranges.

Music Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #304

3rd_Degree — Tue, 25 Mar 2025 10:05:00 +0000

Any road win is a good win, and this week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - have a good old road win to talk about. Yes, a red card and a physical game where there could have been a few more. Everyone played pretty well, but that happens when a team is a man-up. Still, there are plenty of takeaways to ponder. And the red hat was back. Sporting KC is next, will Anderson Julio be available?

Plus Trinity stomped Brooklyn, again. North Texas SC got wrecked. Texoma had a nice crowd for their league opener but didn't get the result.

Music Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #303

3rd_Degree — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 09:55:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick - are joined by special guest Arman Kafai to talk all things DFW soccer. First up is FC Dallas with a poor home display against the Vancouver Whitecaps. FCD has now lost their first two at home for the first time since 2009. Wherein lies the problem? Is it fixable? How does Coach Eric Quill right the ship? Real Salt Lake is next for FCD without Maarten Paes. Ouch. Next on the show Dallas Trinity travels to New York to take on Brooklyn. Third is a check-in with North Texas SC. Fourth, the local 1st round US Open Cup hits on Tuesday with Foro SC at Texoma FC. And finally, Buzz has a shoutout for Roman Torres.

Music Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #302

3rd_Degree — Tue, 11 Mar 2025 10:05:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, oh lordy did it not go well for FC Dallas. Your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - dig into all that went bad (and the little that went good). Eric Quill gave us one of the most remarkable post-game press conferences in years. Now FCD must look ahead to red-hot Vancouver this weekend. Plus Dallas Trinity smashed Brooklyn, North Texas SC stumbled hard out of the gate, and Foro SC won the Texas Cup.

Music Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #301

3rd_Degree — Tue, 04 Mar 2025 11:31:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, it's moving day! Your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick have moved the pod to Tuesday. And what a fun Tuesday it is as FC Dallas remains undefeated with 4 points in two road games. Moose and Squirrel up top are looking good, the great and powerful Oz continues to deliver, Lletget remains too legit, and even Pedrinho shined. Ramiro on the other hand, is getting bypassed. Now it's time for the home opener and the Brimstone Cup against the Chicago Fire.

Plus, Buzz has some USL news you won't want to miss, Dallas Trinity takes on the team atop the USL Super League standing - Brooklyn FC, North Texas SC has their season opener, and there is another... yes another... new club in town Central Dallas FC.

Music Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #300

3rd_Degree — Fri, 28 Feb 2025 06:04:40 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, it's Episode 300!!!!

Your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick break down the debut of the great and powerful Oz, digest a rare road win, enjoy the play of Anderson Julio, dissect the somewhat invisible Ramiro, and discuss the Bernie Kamungo troubles, all before they preview the Rapids. Oh yeah, FCD might also be signing a 6 from Gremio.

Plus The Trinity lost, there's a new club in town (FC Revolution), North Texas SC has a new keeper, and another team joins the Dallas Cup Super Group.

Music Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #299

3rd_Degree — Fri, 21 Feb 2025 06:42:05 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - dig into the final preseason tuneup for FC Dallas against Atlanta as FCD prepares for the season opener in Houston. No Musa in the last one and just 30 minutes for Acosta and Ramiro. Is the team ready? Urhoghide has his visa so could he, or should he, start? What's the XI look like today?

Plus your trio makes FCD and MLS season predictions, Missimo scored in her Trinity debut, and then it's all the joyous kit talk you can handle. So much kit talk. This one's massive. Buckle up.

Music Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast on the Soccerwise Podcast's FC Dallas Preview Episode

3rd_Degree — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 20:43:11 +0000

Buzz Carrick from 3rd Degree got invited to the Soccerwise podcast for their FC Dallas preview. Enjoy.

3rd Degree the Podcast #298

3rd_Degree — Fri, 14 Feb 2025 06:16:12 +0000

Oh my was it a big week for FC Dallas, one of the biggest in a long while, and your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - are here to tell you all about it. There's a new MVP in town and his name's Luciano Acosta. But no, that's not all! Two center backs were finally added, Osaze Urhoghide and Álvaro Augusto. So the great debate begins? Is this team now better than last year?

Plus the new FCD kits are now official, North Texas SC dropped the best kit of them all, Dallas Trinity made an addition, McKinney Chupacabras dropped a kit and added an owner, Texoma FC made three signings, and the Dallas Cup is making a massive expansion on the girls side.

Music Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #297

3rd_Degree — Fri, 07 Feb 2025 05:25:19 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - didn't have a preseason game to digest but there was still plenty to talk about. Enes Sali got loaned as the most recent clear-the-deck move but where are the replacements? Where is the CB1? Or 4 or 5? Where is a left back. How about a replacement DP 10? U22s? Are we really looking at a budget reduction of a season? What about the Evander/Acosta chase?

Plus updates on Ramiro and Show, "Things That Bug Me" by Buzz, Texoma dropped a banger kit, North Texas signed a Luccin, the Chupacabras have a coach, and three FCD Academy kids are at the Concacaf Qualifiers.

Music Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #296

3rd_Degree — Fri, 31 Jan 2025 06:24:52 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick, have plenty to chew on as FC Dallas had two games in Portugal. The roster still has lots of holes, most importantly at center back and the 10. Where are Enes Sali and Show Cafumana? Enzo Newman signed and Tsiki Ntsabeleng was extended. There is Open Cup news and Asier Illarramendi... probably isn't coming back. Plus Buzz breaks down all the roster battles.

But the big news of the week was probably Dallas Trinity signing Lexi Missimo. This is a massive get for The Trinity and the USL Super League.

Plus there are new details on the USL Dallas stadium coming to Garland.
Texoma FC signed three more players and North Texas SC two more.

Music Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #295

3rd_Degree — Fri, 24 Jan 2025 06:00:47 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - discuss the biggest FCD departure of the week, Nkosi Tafari. And Alan Velasco. Ok, the two biggest departures of the week. Plus, there is so much more, the big Andre Zanotta interview, Logan Farrington re-signed, Friendlies in Portugal announced, kit leaks, and no Asier Illarramendi update. And that's just the FCD Part of the show.

Trinity has a big signing coming, Denton Diablos changed leagues, Texoma FC signed their first player, North Texas SC signed a player, five local ladies made the US U16 & U17 teams, and MLS kits are dropping everywhere.

Music Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #294

3rd_Degree — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 06:14:58 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Dan Crooke is MIA again so Arman Kafai comes in from the bullpen to join your hosts Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick to talk all things FC Dallas. The Arriola trade is official but the Velasco sale isn't. How will FCD look to replace their Argentine winger? New rules mean you can buy a player inside MLS like Evander, Luciano Acosta, or... *checks notes* Diego Luna? Camp opened, who's there and who's not? Also, numbers matter. Wait, "Neymar to MLS" has a Dallas connection? And let's celebrate Dallas' own FA Cup hero Charlie Kelman.

Music Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #293

3rd_Degree — Fri, 10 Jan 2025 07:10:28 +0000

Holy cow was it a big week in FC Dallas land and your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick are here to break it down for you. Jesus Ferreira gone, Paul Arriola almost gone, Alan Velasco maybe gone, Petar Musa maybe gone, Asier Illarramendi maybe back, Bernard Kamungo extended, FCD has a couple roster holes, and camp opens monday. Then six new homegrowns were signed in one day! One day! What does it all mean?!?

Plus a little on The Trinity for you too.

Music Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #292

3rd_Degree — Fri, 03 Jan 2025 07:01:00 +0000

Welcome to Season Seven of 3rd Degree the Podcast. This week, your hosts - Peter Welpton & Buzz Carrick - welcome in a special guest, modern MLS stats guru Arman Kafai, as they navigate the suddenly churning waters surrounding FC Dallas. Are Jesus Ferreira and Paul Arriola going to Seattle and who wins if they do? Anderson Julio and Shaq Moore to FCD deals are already done. Alvan Velasco sale rumors are back and they brought Petar Musa sale rumors with them. Andre Zanotta says one more center back is coming. Why do we suddenly think it might be Maya Yoshida? Plus FCD drafted three guys and signed a hybrid homegrown. What a holiday break.

Music Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #291

3rd_Degree — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:45:30 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick (Dan Crooke is out for the holidays) - are overwhelmed with soccer news. FC Dallas re-upped Alan Velasco and signed three players. Jesus Ferreira and Paul Arriola are reportedly up for trade with Seattle. Jimmy Maurer signed with Houston. The 2025 schedule dropped. Buzz put out an Academy signing list. John Gall returned to North Texas SC. Two more teams were confirmed for Dallas Cup Super Group. The Texoma FC schedule dropped. Two Trinity players made Team of the Month. Plus Buzz went to Italy.

Music Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #290

3rd_Degree — Fri, 06 Dec 2024 06:00:43 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick (Dan Crooke is under the weather) - dissect the Eric Quill press conference. Was it just coach and owner platitudes or is there real meat to chew on like staff announcements? Buzz also tells a Quill story from three years back. Next week should bring the beginning of the winter moves for FC Dallas with the one-day trade window and expansion draft.

Plus, The Trinity had three players make Team of the Month, including Sam Meza as Player of the Month.

Music Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #289

3rd_Degree — Fri, 22 Nov 2024 05:48:39 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, it's time for Eric Quill talk. Your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - talk about Eric Quill, then Eric Quill some more, plus they throw in a little Eric Quill, and finally they wrap it up with some more Eric Quill.

Also, The Trinity played and USL Dallas was announced for a 2027 launch in Garland.

Music Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #288

3rd_Degree — Fri, 15 Nov 2024 05:44:19 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick, Dan Crooke is on assignment - celebrate the triumphant comeback MLS Next Pro Championship win by North Texas SC and the comeback road win by Dallas Trinity. Plus a USL Championship team is coming to Garland. Then it's on the FC Dallas talk for the sickos. Why the delay in a coach announcement? Any surprises in the end-of-season moves? Is anyone coming up from North Texas SC? What do you mean the 2025 roster is pretty much done already?

Music Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #287

3rd_Degree — Fri, 08 Nov 2024 06:18:06 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - answer fan questions from 3rd Degree's discord. But first, there's a lot of talk about FC Dallas' next coach, Jim Curtin, Eric Quill, Peter Luccin, Bruce Arena, Dallas Trinity, and North Texas SC.

Music Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #286

3rd_Degree — Fri, 01 Nov 2024 04:36:47 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - don't have any concrete FCD news to drop so they dig into some more macro topics. How long will we wait for a coach? Does the potential window schedule shift help Dallas become more attractive? Is Dallas a good market at all? What are the biggest impact moves FCD could make? How did Nico Estevez end up at Austin FC? Dallas Trinity goes again this weekend and they have multiple players with the US U17s. North Texas SC is in the MLS Next Pro West Final. All that and more on 3rd Degree the Podcast.

Music Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #285

3rd_Degree — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 05:25:11 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - begin the offseason gasification with a blow-by-blow on the high and low points from the FC Dallas End of Season Press Conference with Dan Hunt and Andre Zanotta. To be frank, Jerry, or Steve, your hosts were left with more questions than answers. Plus North Texas SC continues their playoff run, Trinity plays on Friday, and there's another shoutout to a local making good on the international stage.

Music Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #284

3rd_Degree — Fri, 18 Oct 2024 05:45:44 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - play the world-famous game of "Dump or Keep" with the FCD roster after Buzz explains a new roster problem he's discovered. The FC Dallas season final is this weekend against Sporting KC but the Burn are already eliminated. Dallas Trinity got another road point. North Texas SC has a playoff game this weekend. You'll find out who the Dallas Fury are. And Buzz has a shoutout for a local signing in the NWSL.

Music Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #283

3rd_Degree — Fri, 11 Oct 2024 05:28:13 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, the offseason starts to build. Your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick (Dan Crooke is on assignment) - talk about the Portland game including the Musa & Tafari benchings, Velasco's potential injury (?), Farrington's form, and Tsiki's standout play. Then it's on to bigger topics like the poor roster build piece Buzz wrote, Luccin and the back 3, the state of Luccin's job chase, a coach move timeline, which direction FCD might shift during the stadium reno, and why North Texas SC is so damn good.

Music Pappy Check.

3rd Degree the Podcast #282

3rd_Degree — Fri, 04 Oct 2024 05:15:32 +0000

Pay heed oh you FC Dallas curious, for now is the hour of our discontent. For low, the Dudes of FCD have thus been harshly put upon with elimination from the extravaganza of the after-season play. And thus the righteous 3rd Degree the Podcast hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - were overcome with lamentations. As the sickos did suffer the pain of fanaticism and the loss of dignitude through failed strategery of the staff of Burn coaches.

But hark, what is that light? Is it the glory of a new coach?
Nah, it 'tis but home-field advantage for the best team in MLS Next Pro, your North Texas SC.

As such it is with Los Toritos and the coach named Michel being Coach of the Month, so it is with Dallas Trinity and three players making Team of the Month. And thus did the blessings continue with 5 DFW ladies in the US U17s team.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #281

3rd_Degree — Fri, 27 Sep 2024 04:53:26 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - get to enjoy a victory pod as your hometown heroes smoked the vaunted LAFC. Even if LA rotated, it's still a sweet win. Now it's down to Dallas and the Loons for the last playoff spot, with a 5-point (ugh) separation. Important questions are asked, like "What happens to the shield next year?" Plus Bogert says Luccin is the leading candidate. Dallas Trinity finally lost and Buzz went to their training. Plus. North Texas SC has clinched home-field advantage in the Western Conference.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #280

3rd_Degree — Fri, 20 Sep 2024 05:56:15 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - have plenty to talk about, like stadium talk. All the stadium talk you can handle. Followed by more stadium talk. It's kind of a big deal, that stadium stuff. Then Buzz rants about FCD tactics, there's a quick look at LAFC, and Dan fills us in on Dallas Trinity's big win.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #279

3rd_Degree — Fri, 13 Sep 2024 05:49:07 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - didn't want to talk much about the poor game in Vancouver, so after a quick hit on that meltdown and a celebration of the great Jimmy Maurer performance, they moved on to "What does each out of contract player have to do in the six games left to get a new contract." Then it was on to some Dallas Trinity talk and a little North Texas SC.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #278

3rd_Degree — Thu, 05 Sep 2024 08:47:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - are resigned to the season being a miss after the major left down against the Rapids. In a game that resembled the history of the club's performances, FCD was good in the middle but stunk at both ends. There were some good showings (Lletget, Junqua, Illarra) and a fair amount of poor shooting and defense. Have fans come to accept Luccin might be the best choice to coach this club even if he misses? What's next at Vancouver this weekend with all the callups on both sides? Plus Buzz gets on his soap box about player development and Dallas Trinity FC faced Barcalona.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #277

3rd_Degree — Thu, 29 Aug 2024 08:43:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the podcast, oh by do your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - have a lot to talk about. The massive FC Dallas win at DC United. Two new players, Show and Raun debut. Lletget's awesomeness. Wingback balance. Farrington's 2 gaffs. Tsiki standout. FCD defensive woes. Is Luccin winning the job? Brutal schedule. Rapids next. How much to play Velasco? Paes and Show out for Vancouver with callups. FCD's new Academy initiative. Dallas Trinity vs Barcelona. Trinity's Academy calls ins. And a little kit talk.

Holy smokes.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #276

3rd_Degree — Thu, 22 Aug 2024 08:23:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - get fired up for the resumption of the MLS regular season as FCD heads to DC to take on United. Who's back, who isn't, who was brought in and is ready to go? The Alan Velasco to Boca stories went hot and heavy, will he go or won't he? Should he go for FCD's benefit? Dallas Trinity FC played their first game and put on a fantastic performance, even if the broadcast wasn't so great.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #275

3rd_Degree — Thu, 15 Aug 2024 09:17:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - didn't have a game to discuss nor a game to preview. But they did have a transfer window to talk about. What kind of players did FCD bring in? And what better time to talk state of the franchise? Just how well is this thing run? What is the plan? Oh yes, some red hot takes were shared.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #274

3rd_Degree — Thu, 08 Aug 2024 09:18:00 +0000

After a week's hiatus, your hosts are back! Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick return to talk all things FC Dallas. That includes the crash out of Leagues Cup after the Juarez meltdown with terrible tactics. So what exactly is next? Can FCD get some players back? Is a playoff run in the cards? FCD needs approximately 14 points with 9 games. How about a center back? Is that happening with a week left in the transfer window? Plus it's the anniversary of Toyota Stadium opening, North Texas SC is in first place, Boca is after Alan Velasco again, and Nolan Norris & Tanner Tessmann captained their country's teams to relative levels of success.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #273

3rd_Degree — Thu, 25 Jul 2024 09:02:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - fight through the awful New England game and look ahead to Leagues Cup. Plus FCD signed a player, Dallas Trinity signed several players, Dallas still has a playoff chance, and the FCD pipeline is flowing again at the MLS and Next Pro level. And finally, your hosts dig into the big question, is Peter Luccin winning the FC Dallas job?

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3rd Degree the Podcast #272

3rd_Degree — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 05:23:36 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcasts, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - fight through the technical challenges of Buzz being 1500 miles from home in the middle of nowhere to talk all things FCD. The team is on a roll with wins over LA Galaxy and Austin FC. Some key talent may be back soon. Are playoffs really possible? Does the schedule even give them a chance? The banged up Revs are next, then Leagues Cup. Who is this midfielder FCD is being linked to? Plus, Dallas Trinity keeps on adding pieces.

RIP Zac Crain.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #271

3rd_Degree — Thu, 11 Jul 2024 16:46:15 +0000

Dan Crooke is back on this week's edition of 3rd Degree the Podcast, he re-joins your other two hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick - to get the trio back together just in time to have loads of FC Dallas to talk about. Three games this week, vs Portland, at Sporting KC, and then a Cup game at Sporting KC (during the rain delay of which the bulk of the pod was recorded). There are both good and bad things happening with FCD. Goals are being scored but also given up. Some kids are playing a bit but there's still a heavy load of olds. Who is performing well and what is there left to play for? Is Paes about to be sold? How about a health update? LA Galaxy and Austin FC loom this week. And Buzz is about to go walkabout.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #270

3rd_Degree — Thu, 04 Jul 2024 08:09:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Dan Crooke is still missing so your remaining hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick - soldier on through the miserable 2024 season without him. First, it's a look back at the FC Cincinnati game, including the once again amazing Asier Illarramendi. Plus, oh yeah, play the kids. Second, the summer window is coming, what kind of players will FCD seek and what kind of player would come to a team in chaos like this? Third, for that matter, what kind of coach would take this job? Fourth, it's a busy week with Portland and two games at Sporting KC, one more important than the other. And fifth, a smatter of kit talk with the sweet "Archive Collection" coming to MLS... not including FC Dallas.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #269

3rd_Degree — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 08:21:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick (Dan Crooke lost his voice) - have plenty to talk about as the wheels came off on the steamrolling Peter Luccin bandwagon that was FC Dallas. Seattle remains a trip into hell for this club. There's also plenty to talk about with the reports of FC Cinci trying to bring Weston McKennie to MLS. Then the duo dives into the tactics Luccin has been using and what they want to see this weekend vs. the very same FCC side chasing McKennie. Buzz dropped the new Academy signing list and some new merch. Plus the latest on the Outlaws mess.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #268

3rd_Degree — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 05:39:17 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - get all the joys of a double win as FCD rides the wave of the coaching change. Big wins over St Louis and Minnesota have both good and bad moments. Thankfully the offense is showing up but the defense remains as problematic as your trio's attempts to pronounce the new coach's name. Has Luccin managed to unlock Musa? Now Dallas heads to the death zone that is Seattle to try and win three straight. Plus Dallas Trinity FC has a head coach and the Texas Outlaws have a big - possibly franchise-destroying - problem.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #267

3rd_Degree — Thu, 13 Jun 2024 08:59:00 +0000

Oh man, there is change afoot at FC Dallas this week! Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick get to break down the massive news, the firing of Coach Nico Estevez and the naming of Peter Luccin as interim coach. Why now? What's next? What's Luccin's style? Will this make anything better? Play the kids? Nice. Play quality football? Sure. Play good defense and get some chance... wait, isn't that Nico ball? You just fired that guy. Decision by committee? Check. John Gall promoted, Michel promoted, Luccin gets the season. Is this all even the best idea? International coach search? Sure. Right.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #266

3rd_Degree — Thu, 06 Jun 2024 13:43:54 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast it's a double loss episode. Your hosts - Peter Welpton, Buzz Carrick, and (for some of the time) Dan Crooke - break down the two losses in LA looking for common elements. The trio talks about the club's current surprise 10 Patrickson Delgado, the amazing Maarten Paes, the Sam Junqua quandary, burning up midfielders, the solid play of Omar Gonzalez, and the offense brought by Paul Arriola. There's also some stadium talk, international call-ups, a quick glance at the gutted Loons, and the reveal of the club that offered Nolan Norris as he came out of the Academy.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #265

3rd_Degree — Wed, 29 May 2024 08:01:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - have the painful responsibility of breaking down the first three-goal collapse in club history. There are some good things to take away but man is there loads of bad. Coach Nico subs, late-game mistakes, defensive 10s, starting 8 defenders, FCD prototype offense, Norris' yellow card problem, and Illarra greatness and frustration. So much to chew on both ways. Now the club kicks off three brutal road games with an LA double so what's the latest on injuries? Plus Carrera has been recalled and Buzz has a Marco... er... macro substitution concern.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #264

3rd_Degree — Thu, 23 May 2024 09:08:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - get the joy of an MLS road tie and a Cup win. Maarten Paes is flying high and keeping the club in games while the injuries keep piling up - 8 starters were missing for the Cup game. But a win is a win even if the draw for the next round wasn't great. FCD also tied in Houston and it felt like a win with standout performances by Nolan Norris and Sam Junqua. The next stretch of games is a bitch, starting with RSL in town this weekend. Buzz does a Ted Talk on how the club should Paxton Pomykal and rants a little about the club pipeline. Plus you can find out what the discord named Buzz's dog, who keeps trying to join the show.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #263

3rd_Degree — Thu, 16 May 2024 09:08:00 +0000

It's a winning episode this week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, as your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - try to tackle the good and the bad of the Austin game. A win is a win and there are some positives to take away. FC Dallas also has an ever-expanding injury list, with two more names going on this week the midfield is getting pretty short. Plus Dallas Trinity FC - the new USL Super League DFW team - held its brand launch, and announced a stadium and a GM. On top of that, Texoma FC grabbed a soccer director from Luton and that has Dan quite excited. And Buzz has a new dog!

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3rd Degree the Podcast #262

3rd_Degree — Thu, 09 May 2024 09:25:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - discuss the current state of FC Dallas and why The Big Lebowski has something to do with it. FCD got smocked in Toronto then rebounded in the US Open Cup. Then your hosts throw Coach Nico vs TD Zanotta into the ring for the "at fault" battle royal. And the new DFW SuperLeague team brand is being announced on Thursday. How will they fit in the landscape?

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3rd Degree the Podcast #261

3rd_Degree — Thu, 02 May 2024 09:08:00 +0000

It's an FC Dallas winning podcast! Peter and Dan are here and Buzz calls in from Key West! Look, your club should win when up a man for 85 minutes. But they still have to take care of business and FCD did. There are some positives to build on: Jesus returns, Farfan excels, Illarramendi is great. FCD now turns to Toronto FC in the League and then Memphis 901 in the Cup. Plus the Hall of Fame continues to disrespect MLS.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #260

3rd_Degree — Thu, 25 Apr 2024 09:26:00 +0000

These are dark times indeed my friends. On this week's episode of 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - still seek the way through. They try to bring some light to the tunnel of shame that is the current FCD season. Yes, "worst season ever" watch continues. Were there any bright spots against the Rapids? How is the health of the team? Is "The Jesus" back? Any good signs in training? Has the coach lost the team? What should we expect versus Houston? How does undefeated North Texas SC's 3-4-3 compare to FCD's?

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3rd Degree the Podcast #259

3rd_Degree — Thu, 18 Apr 2024 09:26:00 +0000

This episode of 3rd Degree the Podcast is dedicated to Jim Feldman. Rest in Peace, my friend. - Buzz

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - try their best to break down one of the most boring games in memory, the 0-0 draw against Seattle Sounders. Is there much good to talk about other than Asier Illarramendi? Sure, defense... but does anyone on this team have a clue how to score? At least the club is getting healthy... ok, healthier... with Jesus Ferreira and Marco Farfan back in training. Then Nkosi Tafari was left out of the XI again? Buzz brings some training talk and Coach Nico discussion with the Rapids up next. Plus Antonio Carrera started for North Carolina in the Open Cup.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #258

3rd_Degree — Fri, 12 Apr 2024 04:09:36 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Buzz Carrick and Peter Weltpon (that wiley Dan Crooke got away again) - are forced to dissect the game at St Louis including the Nkosi Tafari benching. There are a couple of positives and negatives to chew on from that game. Then it's on to today's Nico Estevez press conference, the latest on injuries (Illarra!!), looking ahead to Seattle, and digging into the coming MLS roster rule changes. It's not all gloom and doom!

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3rd Degree the Podcast #257

3rd_Degree — Thu, 04 Apr 2024 08:13:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - do indeed want to chat about the Austin FC game (just a little) and they want to look ahead to St Louis City (just a little). But mostly they want to talk about how FC Dallas got here. What has gone so wrong this year and, honestly, all the way back to the middle of last year? How did FCD end up with, just about, the worst team in MLS?

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3rd Degree the Podcast #256

3rd_Degree — Thu, 28 Mar 2024 18:07:23 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick (Dan is MIA) - discuss the elephant in the room, Paxton Pomykal. What's the surgery for, what's the prognosis, what's the expected future for Pomykal, what's next for FC Dallas, and how does this affect the club's summer plans?

Plus Buzz has a training report, a Coach Nico chat, and the latest on all the other injuries. Plus the fellas look ahead to Austin FC and talk a little Dallas Cup. And could Weston McKennie really come back to FC Dallas soon?

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3rd Degree the Podcast #255

3rd_Degree — Fri, 22 Mar 2024 05:42:28 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - are back together but the angst is real. FCD got smoked by Vancouver and there are lots of talking points. Musa, Ferreira, poor connections, shifting tactics, defensive frailty. But then there are macro season concerns too as this is the 3rd worst start in club history. Missing pieces, poor roster build, long-term injuries... and there might be a new one to worry about. Just how does this ship get righted?

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3rd Degree the Podcast #254

3rd_Degree — Thu, 14 Mar 2024 08:06:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Dan Crooke is off doing Crooke things but Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick persevere against all odds to bring you, the FC Dallas Curious, a banger podcast. FCD didn't do so hot in New York, but was it so bad it's time to panic? The 2024 project is teetering on the edge and your hosts will dig deep for their "panic or no?" verdict. Either way, there are for sure issues. Then Buzz has a training report including an injury update, and your duo talks Vancouver Whitecaps plus a mystery tactical change Coach Nico seems to be contemplating. All that and more on this week's episode of 3rd Degree the Podcast.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #253

3rd_Degree — Thu, 07 Mar 2024 09:33:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, the Moose is loose! Your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - dissect the debut of Petar Musa and all things FC Dallas. By which we mean all things wrong with FC Dallas. Wingbacks, center backs, injuries (yes again), declining talents, developing profiles, players forced into the shape, lack of patience, failure to deal with a mid-block. Plus Buzz has more from training and takes a shot at the "who the heck knows" XI at New York this weekend.

Plus Buzz gets on his soapbox to rant.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #252

3rd_Degree — Thu, 29 Feb 2024 09:57:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, it's the Dante Sealy show! Your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - dig deep on the opening game against San Jose and the topic de jour is the performance of one Dante Sealy. Sure, there were other talking points like Tafari, the success of the 3-4-3, the greatness of Illarramendi, the Kamungo struggle, and the Endeley struggle. But Sealy is the main course. There's also a training report from Buzz including a first sighting of Petar Musa, an injury update including which starter will probably be MIA Saturday, a chat with Coach Nico, and a prediction on the XI against Montreal.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #251

3rd_Degree — Fri, 23 Feb 2024 07:58:59 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - are here to get you hyped for the season. Final DC tuneup. The 3-4-3 again? What's the point and is it risky? Best FCD XI for 2024? How about an XI prediction vs San Jose? Training report, injury updates, and who's missing, plus Enes Sali and Logan Farrington hot takes. 2024 season prediction: FCD finish, top goals, Conference champs, Shield winner, and MLS Cup.

Then it's on the sweet, sweet kit talk. A breakdown of the new FCD kit and the new North Texas SC followed by a walk-through of the entire league.

This episode is a beast!

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3rd Degree the Podcast #250

3rd_Degree — Thu, 15 Feb 2024 09:44:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, both Peter Welpton and Dan Crooke are out, so Buzz Carrick has to go solo. Without someone to converse with, the pod is a little shorter than normal but there's still plenty of news. FC Dallas announced a new stadium deal in Mansfield (it's just not for them), the Super League is still coming to Dallas, There are some new MLS rules in 2024, FCD signed a new deal with Benfica, Miami is dumping salary again, the Sidekicks have a special kit this week, and the FCD kit drops tomorrow. Plus Buzz wrote a thing on the 3-4-3 last week that is pretty good.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #249

3rd_Degree — Fri, 09 Feb 2024 06:39:58 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick (Dan Crooke is out on family business) start to wind down spring camp talk as FC Dallas finished up in Spain. You got questions, we got answers. The club parted with Jesús Jiménez? Is Dante Sealy awakening? Who else is good? Is it still a 3-4-3? (oh sorry, 5-2-2-1) When is the stadium reno starting? What's the deal with this True Brvnd hat? Why is Buzz worried about the build? Plus we'll throw in a touch of World Cup Dallas talk.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #248

3rd_Degree — Thu, 01 Feb 2024 11:53:00 +0000

The FC Dallas preseason continues on this week's edition of 3rd Degree the Podcast and your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - have boatloads to talk about. A brand new 9 is on the way, FC Dallas knocked off New Mexico, training in Spain, Antonio Carrera is going on loan, Nolan Norris is a 6, Leagues Cup, the 3-4-3, and last - but certainly not least - Dan Crooke has nailed the FCD kit mockup.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #247

3rd_Degree — Fri, 26 Jan 2024 04:08:05 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast... Finally some game action! Your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - have the FC Dallas vs Messi's Miami game to talk about. Then, so much new happened that the Messi game - THE freakin' MESSI GAME - fell to 4th in the show rundown.

So what led the show you ask? Was it the newest FCD signing? Nope. The newest 9-target linked to FCD? Nope. A couple of young Dallas talents playing for Jamaica U20s? Nada. It's Jesus Ferreira's $13 million sale to Russia being blocked by MLS.

Holy smokes what a doozy of a show.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #246

3rd_Degree — Fri, 19 Jan 2024 06:46:50 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick, Dan Crooke is away on family business - have a boatload of Huntsmen Dumps to talk about as Buzz went to his first day of training in the 27th season of 3rd Degree coverage of FC Dallas. Jesus Jimenez, Jose Mulato, Divock Origi, two or three signings to come (soon?), Enes Sali 99, Logan Farrington, center backs, beep test results, tactical shifts, Ferreira as a 9.5, draft picks... just loads of talking points.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #245

3rd_Degree — Thu, 11 Jan 2024 12:12:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - have plenty to discuss as the FC Dallas news is picking up before next week's camp opening. The preseason schedule, January call-ups for Bernie and Nkosi, Paes goes for Indonesian citizenship, signs of life in the DFW USL Super League team, Korca and Maurer are flying to Dallas, Velasco linked to Boca/River and says he's doing great, the Rangers' FCD kit, and FCD's newest Euro scout. And most importantly, is it good or bad that FCD signed Omar Congazlez?

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3rd Degree the Podcast #244

3rd_Degree — Fri, 05 Jan 2024 06:40:28 +0000

With FC Dallas still in "Stealth Mode '24," this week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - have to go into speculation mode. They answer the tough questions. Will FCD sign anything more than a center back? How many goals for Logan Farrington? Does an FCD player get a January camp call? Next Homegrown? Does Jimmy Maurer return? Next player sold and why is it not Ferreira? And many, many other Burning questions.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #243

3rd_Degree — Fri, 29 Dec 2023 05:12:20 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Buzz Carrick is flying solo due to the holiday season. Off the top, Buzz has some news items to discuss as FC Dallas has drawn Tigres in Leagues Cup, been linked to Santiago Castro of Vélez Sarsfield, and probably isn't among the 5 teams reportedly getting a 3rd kit for MLS 2024. Then Buzz goes through the current roster build, position by position, gauging how the team looks from top to bottom at every spot. And finally, it's the promised airing of grievances.

Dan Crooke and Peter Welpton should return next week.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #242

3rd_Degree — Thu, 21 Dec 2023 11:45:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Weltpon, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - enjoy the holiday gift of FC Dallas news. There was a regular season schedule drop to peruse, three SuperDraft picks to break down, a new Homegrown to evaluate, and even a juicy US Open Cup controversy. Plus the FCD roster is almost complete and there's some Julian Eyestone news. So what's the next move for Los Toros and when will it happen?

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3rd Degree the Podcast #241

3rd_Degree — Thu, 14 Dec 2023 12:13:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, the offseason really starts to cook. Your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick - dig into some of the big questions. How does FC Dallas get better? Is there anyone in the free agent or re-entry market that could help? What does Mark Cuban have to do with The Hunts and their stadium situation? Will there be an Academy Homegrown this year? Plus Tom Bogert linked Paul Arriola to Liga MX and Julian Eyestone went pro. Both could affect the bigger FC Dallas picture.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #240

3rd_Degree — Thu, 07 Dec 2023 11:55:00 +0000

The FC Dallas offseason continues on this week's 3rd Degree the Podcast episode. Your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - break down all the FCD end-of-season roster moves. The big news of the week is the signing of Ened Sali. Then it's press conference bingo with Andre Zanotta talking Alan Velasco and Jesus Jimenez. Finally, the trio gives a big-picture review of year one of MLS on Apple TV. All that and more on 3rd Degree the Podcast.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #239

3rd_Degree — Thu, 30 Nov 2023 12:06:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - dig into a Q&A podcast from Patreon Question. Tactics, moves, coach hot seats, favorite and hated players, real ideas on signings, next Academy star, 4th DPs, and - even the big one - will Alan Velasco ever come back.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #238

3rd_Degree — Thu, 23 Nov 2023 11:59:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Buzz Carrick and Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke is out on vacation - start the rebuild for 2024. The bottom line remains, do the Hunt brothers want to compete? The team is positioned to make moves if they are ruthless and aggressive. If not? The worst-case scenario is a doozy of a brutal roster for next year.

Plus the latest on potential stadium renovations, some kit talk, a local side making the '24 Open Cup, Coach Nico is coming back, and the Frisco Main Street Project is about to make your Toyota Stadium commuite worse.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #237

3rd_Degree — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 11:59:00 +0000

Join us this week on 3rd Degree the Podcast with your hosts Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick for the breakdown of Game Three against Seattle and hang around till the end for the "Will Pareja come back to Dallas" talk. Your hosts also play Keep or Dump with the entire FCD roster including a couple of "dumps" that might surprise you. Plus a small helping of other FCD news to tide you over. There's always next year.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #236

3rd_Degree — Thu, 09 Nov 2023 11:47:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick (Dan Crooke is MIA) - are all about FC Dallas vs Seattle. It's a complete breakdown of Game Two with a whole lot of good. Then a little bad news before a discussion of what to expect in Seattle for Game Three. It's FCD playoff fever!! Let's go!

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3rd Degree the Podcast #235

3rd_Degree — Fri, 03 Nov 2023 05:31:44 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast it's Seattle Sounders all the time. Although for a good reason. Your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - talk all things FC Dallas, and right now that means the playoffs against the Sounders. Game One breakdown, Velasco update, Ferreira walkabout (again), Paes, Fraser, Illarramendi, shape change, and last but not least, Game Two. Who do the 3rd Degree boys think will play and why? And more importantly, do they stand a chance?

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3rd Degree the Podcast #234

3rd_Degree — Thu, 26 Oct 2023 11:00:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - are in full-blown playoff hype mode. First, it's a breakdown of the dance card clinching romp over the Galaxy. Then it's a training report with injury updates and some coach convo talk. Finally, they talk tactics and lineup choices for the Seattle opening game and make first-round Cup predictions. It's also time for 2023 FCD season awards and the trio hand out winners for MVP, Defender of the Year, Newcomer of the Year, and Young Player of the Year.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #233

3rd_Degree — Thu, 19 Oct 2023 11:01:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Weltpon and Buzz Carrick - once again talk all things FC Dallas sans Dan Crooke. FC Dallas struggled in a borning Rapids contest, and now must look ahead to the LA Galaxy. Buzz brings a training report with some clarification on who might be available... or not. Your hosts then try and simplify the playoff scenarios. Plus we dig into the big questions. Is Coach Nico on the hot seat? What about Andre Zanotta? Just how do the Hunts look at this season? Buzz tells a seat story, there's a little Dallas Cup news and a dive into the newest MLS salary dump.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #232

3rd_Degree — Thu, 12 Oct 2023 11:02:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Buzz Carrick and Peter Welpton are back to talk all things FC Dallas (Dan Crooke is on vacation). It's a big breakdown of the San Jose game and a look ahead at the "must-win" game with the Rapids. Plus there's a bunch of US and Mexico call-ups for local kids, A USWNT game at Toyota in December, and your heroes explain who the all-time FC Dallas nemesis is.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #231

3rd_Degree — Fri, 06 Oct 2023 05:19:23 +0000

It's storm watching, or storm dodging as the case may be, on this week's episode of 3rd Degree the Podcast. Dan Crooke rejoins Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick to talk trash can violence, flying Os, and buckets of rain. Plus there was FC Dallas to discuss. The offensive offensive display at Houston, the paper XI vs Rapids, the upcoming San Jose game, and North Texas SC moves. Plus the answer to the big one: does the canceled Rapids meeting actually help FC Dallas?

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3rd Degree the Podcast #230

3rd_Degree — Thu, 28 Sep 2023 11:08:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick - break down the week's two FC Dallas meetings. First was the home tie with the Columbus Crew and then the road tie at Philadelphia Union. Grind it out tactics, lots of rotation, Alan Velasco returning to form, Paxton Pomykal & Asier Illarramendi quality performances, and the continued amazing goalkeeping of Maarten Paes. Plus we got some odd tactical shapes in both games.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #229

3rd_Degree — Fri, 22 Sep 2023 05:08:04 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick - continue to fight the good fight in the absence of Dan Crooke. Both the Seattle and RSL games were positive in terms of points but were they positive in the stands? Ferreira was off-page and then back on. Illarramendi continues to impress. Tafari refuses to sub out. Arriola is looking good. And might Velasco be back for the Crew and Union games?

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3rd Degree the Podcast #228

3rd_Degree — Fri, 15 Sep 2023 05:42:50 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast there wasn't an FC Dallas game for your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - to talk about so they make do with an FCD training report from Buzz and a dive into the resurging injury list. Geovane Jesus, Bernard Kaumngo, Alan Velasco, Ema Twumasi, and Paxton Pomykal all needed some discussion. Plus it's a look ahead to the Seattle and RSL games plus a discussion of the big question: for the good of the season, does Velasco need to move back to wing? Also, Buzz's truck went boom.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #227

3rd_Degree — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 11:12:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick, Dan Crooke is out a week - talk all things FC Dallas, starting with the Atlanta United game. Paul Arriola for,, Jesus Ferreira is back, FCD in transition, missing defense, Asier Illarramendi showstopper, 8 games left, amazing attendance, plus a couple more DTID news items.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #226

3rd_Degree — Fri, 01 Sep 2023 04:30:36 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your trio of hosts - Dan Crooke, Buzz Carrick, and Peter Welpton - have two FC Dallas games to dissect. Two red-card affected, kind of boring FC Dallas games. Plenty to talk about though: Nkosi Tafari, Paxton Pomykal, Ferreira Covid, Illarramendi debut, Jimenez flame out, bad subs, bad red cards, and failed chances... just to name a few. Plus Alan Velasco got called up to Argentina and Malachi Molina signed with North Texas SC.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #225

3rd_Degree — Fri, 25 Aug 2023 04:48:10 +0000

No Dan Crooke, on this week's episode of 3rd Degree the Podcast, so Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick are forced to finish the Q&A without him. But first, Buzz drops lots of juicy bits from his chat with FCD TD Andre Zanotta. Then the duo talks over the demise of San Diego Loyal and previews the games against Austin FC and St Louis City. All that and more on 3rd Degree the Podcast.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #224

3rd_Degree — Fri, 18 Aug 2023 04:46:14 +0000

There was no FC Dallas game last week and there isn't one this weekend, so on this week's edition of 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - do a Q&A with questions from the Parteons. Will Ferreira be sold? Who would you add from any other MLS team? Best outside back pair? New '24 kit? Alan Velasco's eventual price? Next 4 players sold? And so on and so forth. It's a cavalcade of FC Dallas goodies!

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3rd Degree the Podcast #223

3rd_Degree — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 11:01:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - break down FC Dallas' exit from Leagues Cup at the hands of the GOAT. There were both good and bad moments on display. Peter and Dan share their Messi experiences. The ascendence of Alan Velasco continues. FCD signed a second new payer this week, how do both of the newest acquisitions fit into the setup? North Texas SC made a signing as well. Plus congrats to Texas United who have made the 2024 US Open Cup.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #222

3rd_Degree — Fri, 04 Aug 2023 05:15:08 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - get to geek out over the massive moment that is Messi coming to town for the Leagues Cup against FC Dallas. Yes, FCD traded homegrown Edwin Cerrillo and signed Spanish veteran Asier Illarramendi and that's worth digging into but the win over Mazatlan FC has delivered the biggest marketing, media, and audience-growing opportunity in club history. This confluence of events is huge, can FC Dallas take advantage?

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3rd Degree the Podcast #221

3rd_Degree — Fri, 28 Jul 2023 04:02:55 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - dig into the Leagues Cup games vs Charlotte and Necaxa, both the similarities and differences. Velasco as an 8, the awakening of Lletget, the ascendence of Bernie, and a review of Eugene Ansah are just a few of the topics. Do we even like this League Cup thing? Plus, is FC Dallas going to add a player, and what does that have to do with the new Argentine at North Texas SC?

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3rd Degree the Podcast #220

3rd_Degree — Thu, 20 Jul 2023 11:02:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - tell you why the Seattle tie was a pretty good result. There's plenty of good to take away from that game just in the form of an improved Sebastian Lletget. After a hit on Leagues Cup and what to expect, then it's time to talk window and moves. A Bryan Reynolds rumor? Can FCD ad anyone? Could a trade be in the cards? How about Alan Sonora? And never forget who owns this team and what that means. Plus North Texas SC fired its coach.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #219

3rd_Degree — Thu, 13 Jul 2023 10:58:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Dan Crooke returns in time to join Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick in breaking down the Rapids debacle: Junqua Island, Lletget Desert, and Sealy Shine. Buzz has a training injury and form update as well as an instant scouting report (just add water) on Eugene Ansah. Per request topics include "Is there a silver lining to the season?" and "Does Jesus need to go to Europe?" Plus the USL is talking pro/rel, North Texas signed a player, the league cup plan is coming into focus, and there's been a development in the FCD Academy player lawsuit.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #218

3rd_Degree — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 11:00:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick (Dan Crooke is still MIA with technical problems) - have two FC Dallas games to mull over. Both were very similar in style and quality, unsurprising given all the missing pieces, but one had a much better result than the other. And the transfer window is upon us! Eugene Ansah and Dante Sealy are in, but Justin Che is out. Could Jose Martinez be done? What else does FCD need? And why is Jesus Ferreira the Elephant in the room? All that and more on 3rd Degree the Podcast.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #217

3rd_Degree — Thu, 29 Jun 2023 11:01:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - fight through some technical difficulties (more so for Dan but not just him) to bring you all things DTID. Jesus Ferreira is an All-Star, let's compare him with Brandon Vazquez. FCD can make some moves this summer. Dante Sealy is back but Justin Che isn't. FCD gets two key players back this week but injuries are still a massive weight on the team. And there's talk of Lionel Messi's hypothetical Leagues Cup in Dallas and the resulting ticket kerfuffle. All that and more on this week's episode.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #216

3rd_Degree — Fri, 23 Jun 2023 05:44:00 +0000

It's pretty doomy and gloomy around FC Dallas these days, so on this week's edition of 3rd Degree the Podcast your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - after a brief talk of the troubles try and move past it with some positive ideas. Plus FCD signed a striker and may have another on the way, the U19s are in the Semis, Dan gives us an FCD injury breakdown, Buzz talks possible Academy signings, and a few other bits are thrown in. It's a chock-full episode!

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3rd Degree the Podcast #215

3rd_Degree — Thu, 15 Jun 2023 05:36:44 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Daft Punk is lending a hand to mix the episode. Ok, not really, it just sounds like that because Buzz is just in a hotel with terrible internet. Still, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and the aforementioned Buzz Carrick - will carry on, fight through the difficulties, and talk FC Dallas.

Not that they really want to with the craptastic game at Portland Timbers. Velasco was on the wrong side, nothing was created, dumb late-game shifts were made, and little positive happened beyond Maarten Paes saving FCD's bacon over and over. Austin FC is up next and the list of missing players is epically disastrous. Plus your trio discusses the possibility Jesus Ferreira has played his last game for FCD and asks the question "Could Jozy Altidore be his replacement?"

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3rd Degree the Podcast #214

3rd_Degree — Fri, 09 Jun 2023 02:36:25 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - have 1.4 FC Dallas games to break down. First, we celebrate Luton's success and talk up the Messi get, but then it's a dig into the Nashville SC loss and the St Louis City win. Tactics, mentality, formations, youth and vets... They all factor in. Then it's injuries, the Timbers, Coach Nico downplays Justin Che's return, and a couple of "kids" got international call-ups. Finally, it's a dive into the Apple TV impact of the GOAT's arrival.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #213

3rd_Degree — Thu, 01 Jun 2023 21:19:52 +0000

As the injuries mount, your 3rd Degree the Podcast hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick (Dan Crooke had to work) - take on breaking down the tie in San Jose and loss in Kansas City. The list of injuries is crazy after Tsiki got hurt in the Bay. FCD played some Luchi Ball at the Quakes, recalled Collin Smith from loan, and started two Homegrowns in their MLS debut at Sporting. What a mess. Jesus Ferreira continues to do too much but is bar far the team's best player despite not getting a USMNT call for Nations League. All that and more on 3rd Degree the Podcast.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #212

3rd_Degree — Thu, 25 May 2023 11:19:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - have the Texas Derby to dig into. Peter talks love/hate with Hector Herrera, Jader Obrian excels, FCD denies midfield, plus there were some problems with subs and tactics. After the look ahead to San Jose, it's big-picture question time. Is the 4-2-3-1 the way forward? What is the most significant need for this next window? How many moves can the team afford? Who could be sold to bring in money? Are teams looking hard at Ferreira and if he goes where should he land? All that and more on 3rd Degree the Podcast.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #211

3rd_Degree — Fri, 19 May 2023 02:45:01 +0000

It's a double FC Dallas win week on this edition of 3rd Degree the Podcast so your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - are in a pretty good mood. Facu and Obrian were great, Tsiki played lights out, and Jesus Ferreira continues to carry the team. The dirty Dynamo are up next. Justin Che and Dante Sealy look to be back soon. The MLSPA did their salary dump and... oh man. MLS is putting a team in San Diego. Apple TV is doing a free month. And my goodness is that World Cup 26 logo straight trash or what?

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3rd Degree the Podcast #210

3rd_Degree — Fri, 12 May 2023 02:42:03 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick - are both excited and bummed. Excited because the third amigo Dan Crooke is back. Bummed because FC Dallas continues to play some boring and mediocre soccer. Yes, still in 5th place but the St. Louis City game was pretty ugly before the rain out. And the US Open Cup game, wait, sorry... the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup game was a mess from the minute the lineup card was filled out. This leads to some big-picture harsh truths about the 2023 season. Plus there's a little Academy talk and some North Texas SC stuff. And good lunch Luton in the promotion playoffs.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #209

3rd_Degree — Thu, 04 May 2023 11:13:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts Buzz Carrick and Peter Welpton - Dan Crooke will be back next week - have plenty to discuss. Jesus Ferreira and Alan Velasco were both linked abroad in silly season chatter. FC Dallas took on Minnesota and looked meh, but this team sure knows how to get points. Then it's big picture FCD talk, an explanation of Dallas' power ranking love, a St. Louis City preview, injury updates, Jose Martinez's cup problem, attendance feels, Peter rants about media, Buzz talks the Nico W that appears throughout the organization, Academy tagging, a little kit talk, and even some Tanner Tessmann vibe.

May the 4th be with you, everybody.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #208

3rd_Degree — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 11:25:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick (Dan Crooke is still on vacation) - get to dissect the but kicking at NYCFC. While some hidden stats are ok, the bottom line is poor. Season trends are going the wrong way. Goals allowed are up and goals scored are down... What's going wrong? Plus, if Brenner is worth $10 mil how much is Ferreira worth? What's Alan Velasco's status? Who will we see at Minnesota United? Speaking of Ferreira, let's talk about that USA goal. Plus a little Cup check-in, movie talk (yes seriously), kit talk, and a little Apple TV VR speculation.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #207

3rd_Degree — Thu, 20 Apr 2023 11:16:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick, Dan Crooke is on vacation - try and talk through one of the most boring games of soccer we've seen in some time as FCD took care of RSL. A win is a win, and despite the poor play, there were a couple of names to glorify. Plus it's time to discuss just how important Jesus Ferreira is to this team. Buzz brings you a training report and convo with Coach Nico Esteez. Then it's a look ahead to NYCFC and a brief hit on the improving North Texas SC. All that and more on this week's 3rd Degree the Podcast episode.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #206

3rd_Degree — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 11:33:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - dissect the visually ugly, but statistically beautiful, win at Inter Miami. Your host also breakdown the Jesus Ferreira to Jason Kreis comparison, discuss the value of possession for this FC Dallas team relative to transition, pass judgment on the new two-striker system, preview the Real Salt Lake game, and close the book on the Dallas Cup and GA Cup. All that and more, on 3rd Degree the Podcast.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #205

3rd_Degree — Thu, 06 Apr 2023 11:26:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast it's Dallas Cup week! Yes, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - will still break down the FC Dallas action against Portland, bring you a training report, and dig into the Inter Miami game this weekend.... but please allow them a chance to extol the virtues and embrace some of the chaos that is the Dallas Cup.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #204

3rd_Degree — Thu, 30 Mar 2023 11:01:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - dig into the Becky G Da Boy kerfuffle... or at least how it impacts FC Dallas. Then it's the usual breakdown of the last game against LAFC (missing pieces, red cards, tactical changes, and Tafari's greatness), a look ahead to Portland (Lletget or no?), A quick hit on North Texas SC (including a Julian Eyestone nickname attempt), a discussion of Solar SC leaving MLS Next, and finally, it's ChatAi storytime.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #203

3rd_Degree — Thu, 23 Mar 2023 11:13:00 +0000

When is a win not necessarily a total win? That's the discussion this week on 3rd Degree the Podcasts. Your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - start off with a breakdown of the good and bad of last weekend's win over Sporting KC. Plus Buzz has a training and Coach Nico convo report. Then it's a look ahead to LAFC, North Texas SC kicks their season off this weekend, and a dash of Cricket talk in thrown in. Yes seriously.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #202

3rd_Degree — Thu, 16 Mar 2023 11:33:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Buzz Carrick and Peter Welpton (Dan Crooke is on vacation) - clear the deck on the Bayern Munich deal and its end. Plus there's plenty of action to break down in the somewhat pleasing tie at Vancouver, a training report from Buzz including a Jesus Jimenez update, some love for Nkosi Tafari, a look ahead to Sporting KC, the latest on the Jones/Hunt team up to bring the World Cup to Dallas, and just a tiny smattering of kit talk.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #201

3rd_Degree — Thu, 09 Mar 2023 12:23:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - look back with some joy at the comprehensive win over the LA Galaxy. Jesus Ferreira, Paxton Pomykal, Sebastian Lletget, Nkosi Tafari, and Ema Twumasi were all singled out but pretty much everyone played well. Yes, there are concerns with chance creation and the flat'ish start, but overall it was a good performance by FC Dallas. Plus North Texas SC has an Academy signing that is important, Buzz has another training report, and we look ahead to the match against Vancouver this weekend.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #200

3rd_Degree — Thu, 02 Mar 2023 12:23:00 +0000

Here it is, the big Kahuna, Episode 200 of 3rd Degree the Podcast! While the loss to Minnesota United wasn't a lot of fun, it does give your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - plenty of DTID to chew on. Topics for episode 200 include positional battles, replacing Servania, Paxton as a 6, scouting Jimenez and Junqua, determining the captain, breaking a block, ball movement, banged-up players, Burn pyro, and AppleTV.

Huge thanks to those that sent in special 200 episode gratulations messages: Dan Hunt, Oscar Pareja, Andy Swift, Dave Dir, Jeff Cassar, Johan Gomez of Chum Chat, Thomas Roberts, Bryan Reynolds, and Chris Richards.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #199

3rd_Degree — Wed, 22 Feb 2023 12:19:00 +0000

The 2023 MLS regular season is less than one week away so it's time for your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - to give some big-picture thoughts on FC Dallas season readiness. Plus the club threw down a big last-minute trade to digest, Apple TV made its debut and that was worth a discussion, and, finally, it was season prediction time. Hopefully, someone takes some notes so you can make fun of the pod later.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #198

3rd_Degree — Fri, 17 Feb 2023 07:19:00 +0000

If you're into kit talk, specifically MLS kit talk, then boy howdy do we have an episode for you. This week 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts Peter Welpton, Dane Crooke, and Buzz Carrick hash out the new FC Dallas and North Texas SC kits as well as run through all the league's jersey newness. Plus we dig into the remaining roster questions for 2023, bring you a training report, and talk changes in Coach Estevez and the organization.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #197

3rd_Degree — Fri, 10 Feb 2023 02:37:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - attempt to dissect three games in Spain without actually watching them. Then it's a discussion on the various proposed MLS playoff structures. Plus scoring concerns, fun with salaries, DFW youth call-up shoutouts, and a dab of kit talk.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #196

3rd_Degree — Thu, 02 Feb 2023 12:13:00 +0000

FC Dallas is out of the country, but this week on 3rd Degree the Podcast your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - still managed to find lots to talk about. There are two extra players in camp - Herbert Endeley and Andre Costa - does it mean anything? Buzz gets on a soapbox about the preseason schedule. We dig deep into the new Apple TV deal. And lastly, we have some love for the first FCD U17 named to a National Team for this year's upcoming Concacaf Championships.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #195

3rd_Degree — Fri, 27 Jan 2023 03:45:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast two of your hosts Peter Welpton & Dan Crooke have to listen to Buzz Carrick rant on the lack of improvement for FC Dallas from the end of last season to now. But after that, there's lots of chew on. Training reports, a preseason scrimmage against Barcelona SC, center back analysis, Geovane's arrival, homegrown updates, draft picks trialing, the trip to Spain, and some kit talk. And last but not least, an update on the "Fort Worth Bold."

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3rd Degree the Podcast #194

3rd_Degree — Fri, 20 Jan 2023 03:15:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast Peter's Back! It's the return of Peter Welpton to the mic to help Dan Crooke and Buzz Carrick break down all things FC Dallas. There's some news on a new deal for Pomykal and some Camp Cupcake call-ups. Plus, some critical questions are being asked. How badly does FCD need a 9 with Franco Jara gone? How's center back shaping up? Who will start at 6 or is that a good DP spot? What about depth along the back line? All that and more.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #193

3rd_Degree — Sat, 14 Jan 2023 02:40:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts Buzz Carrick and Dan Crooke try to get by without Peter Welpton for one last week. Thankfully FC Dallas had lots of news items to talk about. Franco Jara contract terminated, new center back signed, new kit sponsor, first day of training for 2023, and a press conference with Nico Estevez, Dan Hunt, and Andre Zanotta. Let's have some DTID Fun!

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3rd Degree the Podcast #192

3rd_Degree — Sat, 07 Jan 2023 05:32:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, please welcome special guest host Owen Newkirk! Owen is here to help Buzz Carrick and Dan Crooke navigate through our annual speculation and outlandish prediction podcast. Who's starting and who's being sold? Leading scorer? Position of finish? Breakout player? Next Homegrown? Will FCD win the cup in the next three years!!?!?! We've got all the answers.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #191

3rd_Degree — Sat, 31 Dec 2022 03:19:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Dan Crooke and Buzz Carrick continue to break down the FC Dallas offseason without our host Peter Welpton. There is plenty to talk about from the passing of Pele, the signing of Geovane, the super drafting of three picks, and - far more importantly - the lack of activity at center back. It's time to tackle the big question, is this team improved over 2022? Plus Buzz goes on a rant about MLS Next Pro.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #190

3rd_Degree — Fri, 16 Dec 2022 02:02:00 +0000

The offseason continues for FC Dallas so this week on 3rd Degree the Podcast your hosts Dan Crooke and Buzz Carrick (Peter Welpton is still MIA) start to ask questions. Is there a front-line center back coming? Is FC Dallas really going with standing pat? Was it the right call to extend Marco Farfan? How does Geovane Jesus fit in? Is it time to trade a midfielder? What holes need to be filled?

Also, shoutout to Jaedyn Shaw who has been nominated for US Soccer Young Female Player of the Year.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #189b

3rd_Degree — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 20:54:00 +0000

*Re-upload of Episode 189 after my screwup on the original upload.*

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Buzz Carrick and Dan Crooke continue to hold down the fort without Peter Welpton. And while it may seem like there isn't all that much FC Dallas to talk about, oh my friends, let me butt tell you all that there is! Matt Hadges out, Sebastien Ibeagha in! FCD's center back situation. Who is going to be the captain? Reynolds to MLS? The undefeated FCD U19s. Plus we ask the most important question on our minds right now: At what one position (beyond CB) does FCD need to sign someone?

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3rd Degree the Podcast #189

3rd_Degree — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 12:18:00 +0000

3rd Degree the Podcast #188

3rd_Degree — Thu, 01 Dec 2022 12:13:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast - with Peter Welpton still neck deep in the World Cup - Buzz Carrick and Dan Crooke do a patron Question and Answer session on all things FC Dallas. Jesus and the World Cup, Nico's future, center backs, homegrowns, and more. We've got all the answers for you.

3rd Degree the Podcast #187

3rd_Degree — Thu, 24 Nov 2022 15:26:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Buzz Carrick and Dan Crooke finish their DTID roster moves discussion led by the professional talents of FCD play-by-play broadcaster Owen Newkirk. Our usual host, Peter Welpton, quite understandably continues to be MIA due to World Cup commitments. Go listen to The Kickaround after you're done with 3rd Degree.

Happy Thanksgiving, FC Dallas curious fans.

3rd Degree the Podcast #186

3rd_Degree — Thu, 17 Nov 2022 12:12:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, our usual host Peter Welpton was missing due to World Cup commitments. So Buzz Carrick and Dan Crooke brought in a pinch hitter, please welcome FCD play-by-play broadcaster Owen Newkirk who steps into Peter's not-so-small hosting shoes.

As for FC Dallas, the club finally made some player contract moves, giving us plenty to talk about. So much so that we ended up with over 2 hours of recorded podcast before we even added the sponsors and music.

So the show has been cut in two. We hope you enjoy Part 1 of our DTID 2023 player moves show.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #185

3rd_Degree — Fri, 11 Nov 2022 03:55:00 +0000

Dan Crooke is on the lam - ok, just kidding, he's getting married - so Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick are left to fend for themselves. Plenty to talk about though: MLS Cup, Matt Hedges contract talks, the expansion draft lists, US World Cup Roster, DTID snubs/misses, and Buzz's Josh Sargent Gold Cup HSO payoff. Would some of the FCD players sold in recent years - Reggie Cannon, Ricardo Pepi, even Bryan Reynolds - have been better off staying in MLS? Let's discuss.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #184

3rd_Degree — Fri, 04 Nov 2022 01:45:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Peter Welpton is under the weather so Buzz Carrick and Dan Crooke are forced to carry on as a duo. So no host with the most but still plenty to discuss. First, Dan and Buzz hand out FC Dallas season awards, then they discuss how the roster construction might change for 2023, and lastly it's a run through the FCD contract and buy options. As an added bonus, Dan has a Huntsman Dump on Farfan's contract status.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #183

3rd_Degree — Thu, 27 Oct 2022 11:37:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast it's time to break down the end-of-season heartbreak at Austin FC. Your hosts - Peter Welpton, Buzz Carrick, and Dan Crooke - try to decipher what went wrong and a few things that went right. Plus we translate the end-of-season Nico Estevez and Andre Zanotta press conference (where they confirmed our reporting on Franco Jara's contract length) and talk a little North Texas SC.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #182

3rd_Degree — Thu, 20 Oct 2022 11:20:00 +0000

Playoffs! We're talking playoffs! On this week's 3rd Degree the Podcast your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - chow down on the delicious taco that was the wonderful playoff atmosphere at Toyota Stadium on Monday night. Plus there was an actual game to discuss, an upcoming FC Austin meeting to prep for, some North Texas Soccer Club coach news, and last - but not least - it's storytime by Buzz.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #181

3rd_Degree — Thu, 13 Oct 2022 11:03:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your host - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - go over the quality end of the season for FC Dallas against Sporting KC, dig into the playoff match-up against the Loons, talk over the joys this season as brought, discuss FCD's health and the timing of players coming back, plus there is even a little Dallas Burn history dive. Unfortunately, Buzz also has a Huntsman Dump that you may not like so much.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #180

3rd_Degree — Thu, 06 Oct 2022 11:09:00 +0000

It's a big one on 3rd Degree the Podcast this week. Your hosts Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick break down the 1-0 FCD loss to the Rapids beginning with the mistakes in the starting XI. Then it's a look ahead to the season final against Sporting KC and some playoff matchup talk. But mostly it's time to dive deep into the end of the Pa-Modou Kah era at North Texas SC including why it's over and what went wrong.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #179

3rd_Degree — Thu, 29 Sep 2022 11:16:00 +0000

Our token British voice - Dan Crooke - is MIA this week on 3rd Degree the Podcast so Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick try and pick up his slack. Thankfully there was plenty for Peter and Buzz to talk about: FC Dallas vs Tigres, DTID boys with the National Team, the end of the North Texas SC season, Next Pro issues, Academy tagging, and some end-of-show kit talk. We do love kit talk.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #178

3rd_Degree — Thu, 22 Sep 2022 11:06:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - try to make the boring San Jose not as boring. Your hosts also discuss the roster mess North Texas SC is facing for their playoff game, enjoy some kit talk, predict who the heck is gonna play wing against Colorado in two weeks, and finally break into some Star Wars talk.

Note for Steve Davis: kits talk runs from 4:50 to 9:07.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #177

3rd_Degree — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 16:41:00 +0000

Your hosts at 3rd Degree the Podcast - Buzz Carrick, Dan Crooke, and Peter Welpton - have another delicious win to break down. The transcendence of Jesus Ferreira, the smarts of Paul Arriola, Cristian Arango's petulance, great subs, Gareth Bale is bad, and the fun of "Ryan's Red yes or no?" game. Plus we look ahead to San Jose this weekend, talk a little big picture North Texas, and discuss our leak of the new 2023 FC Dallas secondary kit.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #176

3rd_Degree — Thu, 08 Sep 2022 11:01:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast there are two delightful games served up for your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - to drool over: the glorious win at Minnesota and the top end of the West meeting this weekend against LAFC. Plus Buzz has a training report, 3rd Degree has the new Academy season rosters up for perusal, and there's a big chunk of North Texas SC talk. It's all in on all things FC Dallas.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #175

3rd_Degree — Fri, 02 Sep 2022 04:40:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - break down the match against one of the FCD rivals for home-field advantage in round 1 of the playoffs, Real Salt Lake. There's a look ahead to Minnesota, a scouting report on the newest FC Dallas signing, a little Academy and NTX talk, and a fanboy freak-out about Welcome to Wrexham.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #174

3rd_Degree — Thu, 25 Aug 2022 15:30:00 +0000

It's a rough weekend for FC Dallas as the club got smoked by Nashville SC. The loss was so bad, Dan Crooke went missing. Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick try and soldier on and break it down for you. Sometimes all you can do is move on so there's a look ahead to RSL plus some foundational academy news.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #173

3rd_Degree — Fri, 19 Aug 2022 01:48:00 +0000

What a week it was for FC Dallas! On this week's 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - have so much good stuff to discuss. First the 4-1 stomping of San Jose and then the massive, grade-A win - and top-tier performance - against one of the best teams in MLS, the Philadelphia Union. 6 big points and two great wins. Everything's coming up roses. Even Luchi-Ball is back!

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3rd Degree the Podcast #172

3rd_Degree — Thu, 11 Aug 2022 11:07:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, the 3rd Degree crew is down a man. Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick try to carry on without Dan Crooke. Thankfully the Timbers game was a juicy one with lots to talk about. Plus Buzz has a Coach Nico epiphany, two North Texas SC kids train with FCD, and there are more FCD Youth rumblings. Stick around to the end! There's a special treat for all of you that do.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #171

3rd_Degree — Thu, 04 Aug 2022 11:19:00 +0000

This week's 3rd Degree the Podcast is just chock full of goodies for your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - to devour starting with the late window surprise trade for Sebastian Lletget. Plus there are two FC Dallas games to talk about that were quite similar given one was an LA win and the other a Seattle loss. Then it's a dive into our Alan Velasco expectations vs reality, a grade for Nico Estevez, a shake-up in the Academy, and even some Crooke karaoke you won't want to miss.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #170

3rd_Degree — Thu, 28 Jul 2022 11:33:00 +0000

And we're back! After a two-week hiatus - you can blame Buzz - 3rd Degree the Podcast returns to break down the latest FC Dallas game, an ugly win at Real Salt Lake. Your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - do a deep dive into the transfer window and what you may, or may not, see happen with the club. All that and more on 3rd Degree the Podcast.

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FCDvNYC Post Game Discord Audio Chat

3rd_Degree — Thu, 14 Jul 2022 10:30:00 +0000

Dan & Peter talk with the 3rd Degree Patreons via the discord server just after Dallas loses at home 0-1, continuing the club's crummy run of form, now at 1-5-3. Thanks to everyone who joined in, and those who asked questions and had all that good smart observations and reactions.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #169

3rd_Degree — Thu, 07 Jul 2022 11:15:00 +0000

The FC Dallas summer slide continues with a draw in a "must-win" game against Inter Miami on the 4th. So this week on 3rd Degree the Podcast your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - break down the game and look for solutions. With the secondary window opening. it's time for a deep dive into the team's rotations looking for needs and space for moves. Just who might be on the way out? Then it's a quick dig into North Texas SC and the new MLS Next Pro rules that dropped right before the pod was recorded.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #168

3rd_Degree — Fri, 01 Jul 2022 02:05:00 +0000

FC Dallas is now 1-4-1 over their last 6, bleeding 12 goals in that time. But don't worry DTID, this week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Buzz Carrick, and Dan Crooke - have all the answers. Ok, probably not, but they're digging deep on LA and Austin anyway. Plus it's a little wedding talk, some Academy playoffs, and a look into July.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #167

3rd_Degree — Thu, 23 Jun 2022 11:23:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, the hot topic is the stinker of a game FCD dropped against Vancouver. But won't worry! Your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - are brave enough to dive right into that pile of poo. Plus it's a look ahead to Austin FC and a little Academy talk. All that and more on 3rd Degree the Podcast.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #166

3rd_Degree — Thu, 16 Jun 2022 14:49:00 +0000

With no recent FCD games to discuss, Buzz/Dan/Peter do a deep dive into this week's MLS/AppleTV+ announcement - the good, bad, and what remaining questions do we have? Like, "how much will it cost?". Also, Dan talked w/ the groundskeeper managing the reinstallation of the Toyota Stadium pitch and some Dallas-related USMNT talk.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #165

3rd_Degree — Fri, 10 Jun 2022 01:06:00 +0000

There's no FC Dallas game this week but your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - still found plenty to talk about on 3rd Degree the Podcast. First, it's a - sort of, almost, but not quite - mid-season review of the side, both good and bad. Then there was time for some Diablos talk, an Academy talent hit, a Bailey Sparks rant, some cool Tariek Scott news, and a little North Texas SC talk. All that and more on 3rd Degree the Podcast.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #164

3rd_Degree — Thu, 02 Jun 2022 11:19:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - dig deep on the amazing win in Orlando. Despite the big victory, there was some bad to discuss. Plus the international break is upon us, there are items of keeper news, and some lovely kit talk. All that and more on this week's 3rd Degree the Podcast!

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3rd Degree the Podcast #163

3rd_Degree — Thu, 26 May 2022 11:19:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, it's time to dig deep on Paxton Pomykal. Yes, losing to Minnesota was a bummer but there is still so much to like about this team and Pomykal is just the tip of the iceberg. There were some bad moments but it's all stuff that can be fixed and your hosts feel pretty good about things. Well, Dan Crooke and Buzz Carrick do. Peter Welpton is worried as usual. Plus it's what's next for FCD, how good is North Texas SC, and another Chum Chat check in.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #162

3rd_Degree — Fri, 20 May 2022 03:23:00 +0000

It's a big heaping helping of FC Dallas on this week's episode of 3rd Degree the Podcasts as your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - have two games to break down. First, it's a counterattack special and a stomping of the Galaxy then it's a late-game collapse against Vancouver. We're a third of the way through the season and FC Dallas is looking pretty good in 3rd place with the lowest goals allowed in the West.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #161

3rd_Degree — Thu, 12 May 2022 11:13:00 +0000

It's a double scoop of FC Dallas on this week's edition of 3rd Degree the Podcast so dig right in. The Seattle game was pretty dang terrific, the Cup game in KC was brutally bad. It was about as big a swing in two-games as you can get. But don't worry, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - will break 'em both down for you and look ahead to the big May/June road slog. All that and more on 3rd Degree the Podcast.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #160

3rd_Degree — Fri, 06 May 2022 02:16:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - discuss one that got away at Kansas City. Velasco's banger, Jesus' magic, Brandon's moment of pain, Tsiki's start, and poor build were all up for discussion. Plus it's a look ahead to Seattle this weekend, a little celebration of the MLS CCL Title, and a big old heaping help of Dan Hunt Stadium talk.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #159

3rd_Degree — Fri, 29 Apr 2022 01:43:00 +0000

So you want to know about grass? We got you, fam. This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick go deep on Toyota Stadium grass. They also break down the Houston Dynamo win, dig into the FC Dallas season tactics, scout Thomas Roberts in training, talk lineup versus Kansas City, and review the new stage DTID shield FCD rolled out. All that and more on 3rd Degree the Podcast.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #158

3rd_Degree — Thu, 21 Apr 2022 11:34:00 +0000

We got two games to talk about on this week's 3rd Degree the Podcast. Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick breakdown the draw in New York and the Open Cup win against Tulsa. Buzz makes a Paes correction. The trio discusses the return of Thomas Roberts. And there's time for a Dynamo and Open Cup look ahead and a little post-Dallas Cup Academy think. All that and more on 3rd Degree the Podcast.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #157

3rd_Degree — Thu, 14 Apr 2022 11:23:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Buzz Carrick, Peter Welpton, and Dan Crooke - talk FCD v Rapids, Maarten Paes (Huntsmen Dump warning), Jesus Ferreira's trigger, the Cerrillo Slide, the Nicky Hernandez loan, an injury update, Szabolcs Schön, and New York Red Bulls. And, oh yeah, a bunch of great Dallas Cup and GA Cup stories including the great Andre Saucedo.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #156

3rd_Degree — Thu, 07 Apr 2022 11:17:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast; Peter Welpton, Buzz Carrick, and Dan Crooke break down the dullest Brimstone Cup game of all time, look ahead to the Rapids match, talk a little Ferreira vs Pepi, report on FCD training and the health of Paul Arriola, and prime your soccer pump for the 2022 Dallas Cup. All that and all the DTID you can handle.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #155

3rd_Degree — Thu, 31 Mar 2022 11:15:00 +0000

There was no FC Dallas game last weekend but this week on 3rd Degree the Podcast your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - still have plenty to talk about. DTID did more than its share of the work with the USMNT, North Texas SC kicked off their season which gave us some bonus juicy kit talk on top of the game breakdown, and FCD had an intrasquad scrimmage last Friday. Plus Buzz does storytime with the U17s 14-0 win over St Louis City. All that and more on 3rd Degree the Podcast.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #154

3rd_Degree — Fri, 25 Mar 2022 05:08:00 +0000

FC Dallas is off this week, so this week's episode of 3rd Degree the Podcast your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - get a chance to talk some local US Open Cup action and tease the North Texas SC season opener. And oh yes, lots of talk and deep drill into the fantastic FC Dallas win over the Portland Timbers and Jesus Ferreira's amazing performance.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #153

3rd_Degree — Thu, 17 Mar 2022 18:39:00 +0000

Your hosts - Buzz Carrick, Peter Welpton, and Dan Crooke - are back again on 3rd Degree the Podcast Episode number 153 to break down everything FC Dallas. This week we celebrate Alan Velasco, dig into the pros and cons of the Nashville win, talk training and workload, discuss the XI for the Portland Timbers match, and throw in a little North Texas SC talk. Plus Peter has a new t-shirt idea.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #152

3rd_Degree — Thu, 10 Mar 2022 12:33:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick are all in on the season. Despite the loss in New England, it was a positive performance with one glaring negative. FCD now looks ahead to Nashville; Buzz had a good Tuesday training visit, a first look at Alan Velasco, and chat with Coach Nico; and on top of that, he makes a big prediction of a new starter. Plus a little North Texas SC news.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #151

3rd_Degree — Thu, 03 Mar 2022 12:18:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - break down the start of the 2022 MLS season for FC Dallas and there's plenty of good and bad to chew on. Your trio looks ahead to the Revs this weekend, talks trouble-spots and worries, discusses the rough schedule, and makes predictions for when we will see Alan Velasco. Plus there's lots of credit for the fantastic changes we are seeing in all phases of the FCD organization. And a tiny bit of Rugby talk.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #150

3rd_Degree — Thu, 24 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000

150 episodes!! Hard to imagine we'd get this far. The season is around the corner, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Buzz Carrick, and Dan Crooke - break down the final preseason tuneup. Antonio Carrera signed, Blaine Ferri is going to sign, Nanu is in camp (finally), Jimmy Maurer is back in training, but Franco Jara is not. Your Trio predicts the weekend FC Dallas lineup, makes 2020season predictions, and then it's kit nerd time again.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #149

3rd_Degree — Thu, 17 Feb 2022 12:43:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast there are two preseason games for your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - to dig into, one worth talking about, the other not so much. With the FC Dallas kit dropping on Friday we've got plenty of kit talk. Peter brings us 5 talking points of the spring to deep dive on. Mr. Welpton drops a Hollingshead-related Huntsmen Dump on us. And then it's crazy DTID storytime. All that and more on 3rd Degree the Podcast.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #148

3rd_Degree — Fri, 11 Feb 2022 03:25:00 +0000

And so it ends. On this week's 3rd Degree the Podcast your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick try to explain the departure of Ryan Hollingshead. After the tears, there's time for kit talk, Keeny Cooper discussion, injury updates, practice observations, and a check-off of who went with who when the North Texas SC and FCD squads split this week. Plus Buzz predicts Antonio Carrera is making the FCD roster as their 3rd keeper.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #147

3rd_Degree — Fri, 04 Feb 2022 02:52:00 +0000

No in-town FC Dallas training? No Scrimmage coverage? Don't worry DTID fam, we've still got all the Los Toros you can handle. What the US Men's team tells us about how FCD will play? Check. A report on the scrimmage from 3rd Degree when even FCD didn't have any info? Check. Bigger impact Velasco or Arriola? Check. What is FCD still missing on the roster? Check. The start of North Texas SC camp? Check. US Open Cup First Round matchups? Check.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #146

3rd_Degree — Fri, 28 Jan 2022 06:26:00 +0000

Boy howdy is this a phat episode of 3rd Degree the Podcast. Buzz, Peter, and Dan found Jesus starting at the 9 for the US to be plenty to chew on and the craziest FCD preseason ever just kept rolling. Buzz went to training twice, talked to Coach Estevez twice, and even got some time with Matt Hedges. This is a big one folks, buckle up.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #145

3rd_Degree — Fri, 21 Jan 2022 06:27:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, it's a process. Your hosts Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick are here to process the FC Dallas process. We process a potential big buy signing, we process a big internal MLS trade, we process some FCD training, and we process a new goalkeeper. Plus Buzz has to process speaking to Coach Nico Estevez one-on-one for the first time. Honestly, it was a lot to process.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #144

3rd_Degree — Fri, 14 Jan 2022 02:23:00 +0000

Nanu Nanu and welcome to 3rd Degree the Podcast Episode 144. Your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - bring you all the latest FC Dallas News. We're talking bizarre goalkeeper links, mysterious alien right backs, ludicrous draft-day aggressiveness, positively elderly draft picks, and classic sitcoms. Sit on your head and enjoy.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #143

3rd_Degree — Fri, 07 Jan 2022 02:51:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast your trio is back together. Peter, Dan, and Buzz dig into all things FC Dallas and in a massive week of DTID news, that means a whole lot of Ricardo Pepi and Jesus Ferreira talk. Dan Hunt went on the radio and said some things, we simplify some roster rules, talk about the absence of FCD player signings, and give you a Tanner Tessmann update. Plus a little DSA gets thrown in.

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Also, we tried something new in production. Hopefully, Buzz didn't screw up the edit.

3rd Degree the Podcast #142

3rd_Degree — Fri, 31 Dec 2021 01:12:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Dan is on vacation so Buzz and Peter are left to pick up the slack. The pod kicks off with more Pepi Watch including a minor Huntsmen Dump on the want-away striker. Plus your hosts check in on some loaned and sold DTID youngsters (Reynolds, Sealy, Roberts, and Tessmann). Then it's a little FC Dallas roster chat, North Texas SC coach hunt stuff, and FCD Academy talk. You know, your usual awesome FCD deep dives.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #141

3rd_Degree — Thu, 16 Dec 2021 13:20:00 +0000

We're deep into the offseason with the Holidays around the corner, so this week on 3rd Degree the Podcast there isn't a lot of FC Dallas news other than the schedule drop, and boy is it a doozy. So that leaves Peter and Buzz (Dan is on assignment) plenty of time to chew on Pepi transfer/value talk and do a deep dive into the club's roster needs and the source - internal or external - for any fixes. It's hard-core DTID soccer nerd talk.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #140

3rd_Degree — Fri, 10 Dec 2021 01:42:00 +0000

You would think with the offseason there might not be that much DTID to talk about, but oh boy would you be wrong. This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - contemplate every angle of the sell/don't sell Ricardo Pepi saga, dig deep on the new coach press conference, give you all the chatter coming from the Dan Hunt meeting with the Supporter Clubs. If you want to deep dive FCD, this is it.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #139

3rd_Degree — Thu, 02 Dec 2021 11:56:00 +0000

Peter's back! This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Buzz Carrick and Dan Crooke are rejoined by the maestro of the mic, Peter Welpton. Yes, FC Dallas made some roster moves and your trio does talk about that. But it's all in on the new - yet to be officially announced - FC Dallas Head Coach, Nico Estévez.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #138

3rd_Degree — Thu, 25 Nov 2021 11:35:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Dan Crooke and Buzz Carrick deal with the loss of Peter Welpton who is missing for either his Birthday or Thanksgiving, we're not sure which. So it's a Q&A episode and the remaining due try to answer all your questions. FC Dallas, Pepi, Ferreira, coaches, Academy, North Texas, TV deals, surprise moves, World Cup bids... you named and we dug into it. Enjoy.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #137

3rd_Degree — Thu, 18 Nov 2021 17:12:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast we continue our DTID offseason talk. Dan Crooke, Peter Welpton, and Buzz Carrick hand out FC Dallas season awards, talk El Tren and the National Team, delve into new (potential?) coach candidates (and one that is out), hand out some love for recent pods by Landon Donovan and Chum Chat, digest the Gremio/Ferreria link, and dish out a big ole' heapin' helpin' of kit talk. All that and more on 3rd Degree the Podcast.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #136

3rd_Degree — Thu, 11 Nov 2021 11:15:00 +0000

The season is over, so this week on 3rd Degree the Podcast it's time to play Dump or Keep. Your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - break down the entire FC Dallas roster handing out Dump or Keep verdicts. FC Dallas wasn't very good in 2021, and it's time to eject some dead weight.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #135

3rd_Degree — Fri, 05 Nov 2021 00:58:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Buzz, Peter, and Dan - tear down the action from the season's penultimate game and prep you for the final. We're talking Tafari, Obrian, Cerrillo, Servania, Ferreira, and Jara's game-winner. We got Pepi and Jesus call-up discussion, another post-game FC Dallas spat, Peter's rant about salary to minutes ratios combined with Buzz telling you why it's even worse than that, and a North Texas playoff primer. That's a lot of DTID content. Plus we react live to the Tab Ramos firing in Houston.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #134

3rd_Degree — Fri, 29 Oct 2021 02:04:00 +0000

Two more games without a win, it's not going well for FC Dallas. But your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - are here to talk about it anyway. Jesus is on fire and Servania & Cerrillo are excelling, but Pepi isn't starting, the defense continues to break down late, and FCD is winless since Luchi got fired. Plus we talk about the lack of FCD U17 call ups, Jesus Ferreira's future at FCD, and North Texas' playoff shot with one game left.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #133

3rd_Degree — Fri, 22 Oct 2021 02:36:00 +0000

The trio is back to talk all things Pepi, even to the point that Buzz is recording his part of this pod from El Paso on a shoddy West Texas internet connection (sorry for the audio). Plus too much talk about that 2-3 loss to LAFC and what's in store for the trip to the Galaxy. Plus some coach hire talk and other stuff.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #132

3rd_Degree — Fri, 15 Oct 2021 00:32:00 +0000

3rd Degree the Podcast is back with another scintillating episode of FC Dallas talk. With no FCD game, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Buzz Carrick, and Dan Crooke - go all-in on Ricardo Pepi and the US National Team and mix in some Weston McKennie and Chris Richards talk. Then it's a look ahead to USA vs Mexico and FC Dallas vs LAFC. Plus your hosts chew on the latest vibe in the FCD coach search, dropped some news about North Texas SC next year, and finally wonder what it means that Nkosi Tafari played for Los Toritos. All that and more on Episode 132 of 3rd the Podcast.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #131

3rd_Degree — Thu, 07 Oct 2021 10:12:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Buzz Carrick and Peter Welpton welcome back Dan Crooke from his birthday trip. It's an FC Dallas bonanza as your trio breaks down the Loons game and the youngsters' quality play, digs into training and Buzz's chat with Marco, talks about the upcoming Homegrown signing we're hearing about, dissects the media hype around Ricardo Pepi, and vivisects Clark Hunt's Championship talk.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #130

3rd_Degree — Fri, 01 Oct 2021 02:07:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Dan Crooke is on Birthday vacation leaving Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick to pick up the slack. FC Dallas dropped two straight and pretty much killed the dream of the playoffs. So exactly how have things changed under Marco Ferruzzi? What is the way forward short term and long? Can Paxton find room in the middle? How does Eric Quill factor into the coaching race? And who might we see for FCD against the Loons this weekend? All that and more on 3rd Degree the Podcast.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #129

3rd_Degree — Thu, 23 Sep 2021 15:45:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast your hosts Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick talk FCD power struggles, Marco Ferruzzi's first two days, what the new coach is like, training changes, team reactions, what lies ahead, when the coaching search will happen, Pepi watch begins, and there are even games against the Dynamo and Vancouver to talk about. It's a packed full DTID podcast for every FC Dallas fan to enjoy.

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3rd Degree the Podcast Special Episode - Luchi Fired

3rd_Degree — Tue, 21 Sep 2021 01:43:00 +0000

It had to be done. This episode I mean. Luchi has been fired, so 3rd Degree the Podcast put together an extra special episode to talk over the game-changing move. How did we get here? Why did Luchi get fired? What's next for FCD? Who is next for FCD?

Buzz Carrick, Dan Crooke, and Peter Welpton have all the answers. Or at least most of the answers. Ok, ok, maybe just some of the answers.

3rd Degree the Podcast #128

3rd_Degree — Fri, 17 Sep 2021 01:21:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick make do with half a Dan Crooke. (RIP Dan. Don't ask.) It's a breakdown of the good and bad vs San Jose and NYC, what needs desperate fixing for the Houston game, some big picture talk on how the club moves forward this season, a Pepi on the ticket dissection, and a Leonel Alvarez love fest. Plus Buzz tells a 13-year-old Pepi arriving at FCD story. All that and more on 3rd Degree the Podcast.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #127

3rd_Degree — Fri, 10 Sep 2021 00:40:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast; your hosts Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick dive into the swimming pool of joy that comes from the Ricardo Pepi show. Then it's a dig into the RSL loss, a training report from Buzz, and some look ahead talk about the two games coming quick this week: San Jose and NYCFC.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #126

3rd_Degree — Thu, 02 Sep 2021 14:15:00 +0000

It's a slow week in FC Dallas land with just one game but what a doozy it was. Two-thirds of 3rd Degree the Podcast made a road trip to Austin... that went a bit sideways. After rescue and safe return to Dallas; Peter, Dan, and Buzz tell some road trip stories, break down the DTID game against Austin, dive into the Oaks venue, and look ahead to RSL with a training report from Buzz. Plus Paxton's back.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #125

3rd_Degree — Thu, 26 Aug 2021 11:22:00 +0000

Peter is back on this week's edition of 3rd Degree the Podcast and that's a good thing cause Buzz and Dan need help as Pepi watch is on. El Tren for the US or Mexico? The answer came down mid-show!

Plus FCD got points on the road against a rival, Fafa wanted to fight, Tafari is awesome, FCD got some call ups, and Buzz spills the beans on the 6 first-team players missing from FC Dallas training on Wednesday.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #124

3rd_Degree — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 00:40:00 +0000

Peter is a last-minute scratch as he does a Faco and pulls groin in the warmup. So Buzz and Dan try and muddle through without the golden radio pipes of the Ticket and KickAround legend. There's plenty to talk about, as FCD got skunked twice at home in a week. Not horrible performances but there's a clear separation between Los Toros and the top two in the West. Now the nasty 6-of-7-on-the-road stretch is upon FCD and times are gonna get a little rough.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #123

3rd_Degree — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 10:25:00 +0000

Your hosts - Peter, Dan, and Buzz - run a late-night FC Dallas gabfest and call it good on this week's 3rd Degree the Podcast. After the oh-so-sweet Austin win, good vibes abound. The team is flying high and a couple more good home results might set them up to survive the hellscape that is 6 of 7 on the road coming up. Hedges and Martinez are healthy, the Paxstreet Boys are clicking, Luchi owns Vermes, and everything is coming up roses. What a change from a month ago.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #122

3rd_Degree — Fri, 06 Aug 2021 00:41:00 +0000

3rd Degree the Podcast is back with a joyous week of positive FC Dallas results. The first road win and first road tie of the season are reasons to feel good. Is the team perfect? No. Is it going to make the playoffs? Well... maybe, actually. The next three games in a row at home are massive and may determine the season. Plus El Tren is an All-Star, Austin FC comes north, Denton Diablos go for a national title, and the white shorts looked sick with the red jersey and blue socks.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #121

3rd_Degree — Thu, 29 Jul 2021 11:00:00 +0000

At 3rd Degree the Podcast, we love winning, man! You know what I'm saying? It's, like, better than losing! 4-0 over the Galaxy, Pepi hat trick, new Pepi contract, Ricaurte as a deep-8 (Did Luchi listen to us?), Schön showing, improved defense, and Paxton goes deep. So much goodness. We even throw in some World Cup at AT&T talk, check in on the Denton Diablos playoff run, and re-visit a Brek Shea moment of greatness captured on celluloid.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #120

3rd_Degree — Fri, 23 Jul 2021 00:49:00 +0000

3rd Degree the Podcast is back once again to work through the tough times and help you recover from back-to-back road losses to Portland and Colorado. Dan, Peter, and Buzz talk tactics, positives & negatives, and try to find a way forward. Can FCD right the ship? Will there be a coaching change? Plus a whole bunch of USL news related to FC Dallas and North Texas SC.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #119

3rd_Degree — Thu, 15 Jul 2021 14:45:00 +0000

FC Dallas didn't play and Dan Crooke is MIA post-England PK "Loss" in the Euro final but Buzz Carrick and Peter Welpton are here to talk all things FC Dallas. There is plenty of transfer news with the window open... all of it outbound. Is anyone coming in? Buzz has an in-depth training report, including some changes being considered for the portland game. Plus some All-Star talk, some North Texas talks, a Hedges/Martinez injury update, and more!

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3rd Degree the Podcast #118

3rd_Degree — Fri, 09 Jul 2021 04:23:00 +0000

Another rough week for FC Dallas but your podcast hosts Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick are gonna talk about it anyway. FCD vs Vancouver and FCD vs LA Galaxy. Neither was much count. So how hot is Luchi's seat? What about Zanotta? Plus it's the summer window, who goes, and is anyone coming in? Plus the things in soccer we hate more than any other.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #117

3rd_Degree — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 22:54:00 +0000

No Dan Crooke on this week's edition of 3rd Degree the Podcast so Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick are left picking up the slack. What a fun week this was, winning is better than losing. But just how did Coach Luchi Gonzalez pull it off? New tactics, new grit, new playing style, a little play the kids, and it's a whole new outlook.

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3rd Degree the Podcast #116

3rd_Degree — Fri, 25 Jun 2021 01:47:04 +0000

What a brutal week it was for FC Dallas. Your 3rd Degree the Podcast host trio is here to tear it all down. Or really just bury it since it's already pretty much torn down. There's plenty of blame for this FC Dallas dumpster fire to go around and we sift through a lot of it. Poor games versus the Loons and LAFC, what's gone wrong, Facu debut, Che debut, what can they team build on, is there hope, Peter's fan experience, and more. 3rd Degree the Podcast is brought to you by [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). 25% Off Sitewide for All 3rd Degree Podcast listeners with Promo Code 3RDDEGREE on [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #115

3rd_Degree — Thu, 17 Jun 2021 12:31:09 +0000

Buzz is still on his travels as your regular trio look forward to FC Dallas' return to action this weekend discussing what FC Dallas may look like - Will the new guy play? Does Paxton get his start? Does Che earn his debut, or is there even a fit center back left? They also cover Schon's Euro moment, Justin Che's potential Bayern move, what Thomas Roberts does next, and save time for a small debate on whether FC Dallas should take a leaf out of the Austin FC playbook or if it's simply a hype train to nowhere. 3rd Degree the Podcast is brought to you by [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). 25% Off Sitewide for All 3rd Degree Podcast listeners with Promo Code 3RDDEGREE on [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree The Podcast #114

3rd_Degree — Thu, 10 Jun 2021 11:00:00 +0000

With the international break in full swing, the trio look back at a DFW influenced USMNT, and how FC Dallas may have missed a big opportunity from it. Buzz drops two Huntsmen Dumps in the woods in Idaho, Peter asks about the question of 'should FC Dallas just keep calm and carry on?', and Dan manages to forget Michael Barrios while comparing an ex-FCD XI in MLS to Luchi's current roster. 3rd Degree the Podcast is brought to you by [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). 25% Off Sitewide for All 3rd Degree Podcast listeners with Promo Code 3RDDEGREE on [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #113

3rd_Degree — Thu, 03 Jun 2021 11:13:50 +0000

The Colorado Rapids game certainly gave us plenty to talk about on 3rd Degree the Podcast as the international break is upon us. Your trio of hosts break down the bad and the good - including a kerfuffle over just how much good - of the game last week. Front bad, mids not bad, D bad, another mystery sub... lots to talk about. Then Buzz has a 5 point plan to right the ship. Finally, it was time for some kit talk, Inter Miami giggles, and some Dante Sealy stuff. All that and more on 3rd Degree the Podcast. 3rd Degree the Podcast is brought to you by [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). 25% Off Sitewide for All 3rd Degree Podcast listeners with Promo Code 3RDDEGREE on [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #112

3rd_Degree — Thu, 27 May 2021 10:32:23 +0000

There was a whole lot of FC Dallas for your 3rd Degree the Podcast hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - to chew on this week. Improvement against RSL due to Luchi's tactical tweaks to Jara and Acosta, a new shape (sort of), Tessmann as a 6, Ricaurte excellent, Ryan good, Hedges bad... Then Buzz went to training and found a whole bunch of players MIA including Matt Hedges and Szabolcs Schön. You got questions - we got answers. What's the lineup at Colorado? When will Paxton start? Who's the surprise signing Buzz is predicting? Why the Justin Che overreaction? When does Brandon Servania return? Are the Facundo Quignon links real? And we pay tribute to our friend Denise Isla who passed away this week. Rest in Peace. 3rd Degree the Podcast is brought to you by [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). 25% Off Sitewide for All 3rd Degree Podcast listeners with Promo Code 3RDDEGREE on [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #111

3rd_Degree — Thu, 20 May 2021 10:20:26 +0000

What a week it was for FC Dallas. As Dan said, "Interesting week. Let's talk about it." First, FCD tried to grind out a point on the road in a 3-5-2 without much success. Szabolcs Schön was involved in another mystifying sub. Franco Jara wasn't the worst striker in the team. Eddie Munjome appeared to run into a brick wall. Thankfully Bryan Acosta continues to be the man. And yet, in perhaps the biggest surprise of the week, Buzz got to talk to Luchi Gonzalez one on one after training (in a socially distanced and responsible way). What a week. That's a lot of cats for Peter to herd. 3rd Degree the Podcast is brought to you by [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). 25% Off Sitewide for All 3rd Degree Podcast listeners with Promo Code 3RDDEGREE on [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #110

3rd_Degree — Fri, 14 May 2021 04:40:00 +0000

Oh man, is there a lot to talk about on this week's episode of 3rd Degree the Podcast. Your hosts Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick are joined by the one and only Steve Fenn to talk FC Dallas and MLS salaries. Once the MLSPA salary dump talk is over, your trio breaks down the Houston game, gets you ready for the Loons this weekend, and lets you know all about the Gold Cup coming to a stadium near you this summer. 3rd Degree the Podcast is brought to you by [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). 25% Off Sitewide for All 3rd Degree Podcast listeners with Promo Code 3RDDEGREE on [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #109

3rd_Degree — Thu, 06 May 2021 06:48:07 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter, Dan, and Buzz - dig into the delicious 4-1 win over the Portland Timbers. Positives abound with multiple standout performances from the likes of Bressan, Bryan Acosta, and Andres Ricaurte. Then it's on to Buzz's FCD training report including a lineup prediction for the Dynamo, a Szabolcs Schön sighting, a form check on Paxton Pomykal and Thomas Roberts, and a visit with an old friend. All that and a primer on Copa Tejas which kicks off this weekend against the Houston Dynamo. 3rd Degree the Podcast is brought to you by [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). 25% Off Sitewide for All 3rd Degree Podcast listeners with Promo Code 3RDDEGREE on [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #108

3rd_Degree — Thu, 29 Apr 2021 14:00:31 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick dissect the debacle in San Jose, take issue with a few Luchi comments, talk tactical failures & fixes, Hedges' & Maurer's injury, look ahead to Portland with some potential line up changes, explain why Jara will keep starting, dig into the new FC Dallas Homegrown signing, and talk a little North Texas SC. All brought to you by [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). 25% Off Sitewide for All 3rd Degree Podcast listeners with Promo Code 3RDDEGREE on [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #107

3rd_Degree — Thu, 22 Apr 2021 16:02:22 +0000

FC Dallas 2021 is off to the races with a scintillating 0-0 tie against the Rapids. Buzz, Peter, and Dan break down the action including talk of some new guys hype and offensive issues. Then it's a preview and prediction for San Jose, some Pomykal starter talk, another new MLS rule, FCD-North Texas-Academy interaction, and marketing failures. All that and your hosts explain why FC Dallas traded for an international spot. All brought to you by [Soccer90.com](http://Soccer90.com). 25% Off Sitewide for All 3rd Degree Podcast listeners with Promo Code 3RDDEGREE on [Soccer90.com](http://https://soccer90.com/). Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #106

3rd_Degree — Thu, 15 Apr 2021 14:04:35 +0000

It's the final 2021 preseason 3rd Degree the Podcast as the regular season is around the corner. So this week Peter, Buzz, and Dan dig into the final tune-up versus Dynamo and preview the Rapids home opener. Plus Buzz went to training for the first time in a year and has lots to talk about including the big Ferreira injury. Throw in a Homegrown signing, some FCD/MLS season predictions, and - thanks to Trent Dismuke - a bit of booze and you get one heck of a mix. All brought to you by [Soccer90.com](Soccer90.com.). 25% Off Sitewide for All 3rd Degree Podcast listeners with Promo Code 3RDDEGREE on [Soccer90.com](Soccer90.com.). Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #105

3rd_Degree — Fri, 09 Apr 2021 04:23:27 +0000

The 2021 MLS season is just around the corner and we got a fat one to sink our teeth into on 3rd Degree the Podcast this week as FC Dallas hosted expansion side Austin FC on Wednesday. Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick go in hard on the scrimmage overreaction - good and bad - talk big picture issues, throw in some smash hit retro Burn gear talk, and even have time for some TV broadcast stuff to boot. 3rd Degree the Podcast is brought to you by [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). 25% Off Sitewide for All 3rd Degree Podcast listeners with Promo Code 3RDDEGREE on [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #104

3rd_Degree — Fri, 02 Apr 2021 22:47:07 +0000

Schedules being what they are, Dan Crooke is missing again but Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick had plenty of FC Dallas to talk about. Two scrimmages with San Antonio FC (including Friday's lineup and spy report), the outside back battle, the out of the blue sale of Thiago Santos and who will replace him, FCD injury updates, the US Olympic Failure, sweet Dallas Cup action, and some awesome kit nerd talk to round it out. 3rd Degree the Podcast is brought to you by [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). 25% Off Sitewide for All 3rd Degree Podcast listeners with Promo Code 3RDDEGREE on [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #103

3rd_Degree — Fri, 26 Mar 2021 21:17:18 +0000

Dan Crooke is on hiatus, so this week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick dig into the implications of the FC Dallas lineups so far this spring and two big areas to watch before the season starts. Then Buzz gives us some spy reports - with a who's up and who's down angle - as well as a few injury notes including a Huntsmen Dump. Plus a little Dallas Cup and some Olympic and Senior National Team thoughts. All that and more on 3rd Degree the Podcast is brought to you by [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). 25% Off Sitewide for All 3rd Degree Podcast listeners with Promo Code 3RDDEGREE on [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree The Podcast #102

3rd_Degree — Fri, 19 Mar 2021 04:07:45 +0000

Peter and Dan fill Buzz in on how Jesus Ferreira played for the U-23s earlier in the day, while Buzz stops on the side of I-35 to get on his soapbox about the problem he sees in Luchi's methods. The guys discuss covering a team behind a blackout and whether the FC Dallas supporters' groups will ever get the safe standing they've been promised. All brought to you by our sponsor, [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). 25% Off Sitewide for All 3rd Degree Podcast listeners with Promo Code 3RDDEGREE on [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree The Podcast #101

3rd_Degree — Fri, 12 Mar 2021 03:59:25 +0000

Buzz, Dan and Peter discuss the reaction to the new FCD "Community Kit", Olympic Qualifying Roster news, jersey numbers, a Thomas Roberts update and ask the question if the success of the Academy has begun to over-shadow the actual MLS product. All brought to you by our sponsor, [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). 25% Off Sitewide for All 3rd Degree Podcast listeners with Promo Code 3RDDEGREE on [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #100

3rd_Degree — Fri, 26 Feb 2021 05:27:57 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast we celebrate our 100th episode. Your hosts Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick dig into their favorite moments in podcast history and covering FC Dallas. But before all that, it's kit talks, lots and lots of kit talk! New sponsors, our new mockups, and some of the best and worst around the league. Plus a little Olympic roster news to round it out. All brought to you by our sponsor, [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). 25% Off Sitewide for All 3rd Degree Podcast listeners with Promo Code 3RDDEGREE on [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #99

3rd_Degree — Thu, 18 Feb 2021 19:32:52 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Buzz Carrick sits down with one of the hottest names at FC Dallas, Social Media Coordinator - and rising star - Eddie Koton. The man responsible for the amazing FCD twitter account and every other club social platform. Plus we take a moment to honor the passing of two significant members of the FC Dallas community, Stephen Stone and Mike Renshaw. All brought to you by our sponsor, [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). 25% Off Sitewide for All 3rd Degree Podcast listeners with Promo Code 3RDDEGREE on [Soccer90.com](https://soccer90.com/). Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #98

3rd_Degree — Thu, 11 Feb 2021 17:04:22 +0000

The Three Amigos are back together on this week's edition of 3rd Degree the Podcast. Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick dig into the massive pile of FC Dallas news. The Amigos go deep right out of the gate with some behind the scenes stuff and analysis of the Reynolds sale, then it's Justin Che and Brandon Servania loan talk, Edwin Cerrillo and Thomas Roberts injury news, the Crueziro agreement that wasn't, FCD jersey sponsor news, North Texas SC moves, some CBA analysis, and a potential final move by FC Dallas. All brought to you by our sponsor, [Soccer90](https://soccer90.com/). 25% Off Sitewide for All 3rd Degree Podcast listeners with Promo Code 3RDDEGREE on [Soccer90](https://soccer90.com/). Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #97

3rd_Degree — Thu, 04 Feb 2021 17:58:55 +0000

The big news of the last several weeks has been the [pending transfer of Bryan Reynolds to AS Roma](https://3rddegree.net/la-lupa-flips-the-script-reynolds-signs-contract-with-as-roma). [That news became official on Monday](https://3rddegree.net/reynolds-completes-transfer-to-as-roma) and we just had to get all the inside dirt for our listeners. So the special guest on this week's episode of 3rd Degree the Podcast none other than Bryan's lead representation and agent - and father - Keith Reynolds. Bryan's start, his career with FCD, various contracts with Dallas, all the recent negotiations, and the big move to Roma are all discussed. Plus some Justin Che, Brandon Servania, and Edwin Cerrillo loan news. And thanks to our sponsor, [Soccer90](https://soccer90.com/), maybe a big kit hint. Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #96

3rd_Degree — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 23:32:20 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Buzz Carrick sits down with Eric Quill, Head Coach of North Texas Soccer Club. Topics of discussion in the show are the FC Dallas scouting system, Eric's take on each of the FCD draft picks, who might join North Texas this year form both FC Dallas and the Academy, and last - but not least - where NTX might need some help with free-agent signings to fill out the roster. 3rd Degree the Podcast is brought to you by [Soccer90](https://soccer90.com/). Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #95

3rd_Degree — Fri, 22 Jan 2021 03:56:24 +0000

It's an MLS SuperDraft edition of 3rd Degree the Podcast this week with special guest, FC Dallas left back, Johnny Nelson. First, your hosts Buzz Carrick and Dan Crooke break down the FC Dallas picks. Then it's a chat about the draft experience from the player's perspective with Johnny Football. It's a draft day Smörgåsbord brought to you by [Soccer90](https://soccer90.com/). Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #94

3rd_Degree — Fri, 15 Jan 2021 05:22:30 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Dan and Buzz kick off the show with the big Barrios news and the smaller Kalil ElMedkhar news. But then it's a rip-roaring romp through speculation land as they try to answer some really absurd questions and prognosticate the future. Goals, starters, finishes, Homegrowns, NTX signings, CBAs, and even jersey numbers. Get your Magic Eight Balls ready! 3rd Degree the Podcast is brought to you by [Soccer90](https://soccer90.com/). Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #93

3rd_Degree — Fri, 08 Jan 2021 02:10:13 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Dan returns to join Buzz for an offseason catch-up. The guys discuss Bryan Reynolds, the latest Bayern Munich training stints, US camps, and look forward to Saturday's Roja League Invierno final in Denton. All brought to you by [Soccer90](https://soccer90.com/). Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #92

3rd_Degree — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 15:53:21 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Buzz Carrick is flying solo on a special New Year's Eve Q&A edition. Buzz Answers questions from patrons and readers about FC Dallas, North Texas SC, the FCD Academy, and US Soccer. Topics include homegrowns, new signings, tactics, marketing, the Bayern deal, Reynolds money, and more. All brought to you by [Soccer90](https://soccer90.com/#3RDDEGREE). Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #91

3rd_Degree — Fri, 25 Dec 2020 02:13:43 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosting duo of Buzz Carrick and Dan Crooke - Peter Weltpon is on assignment with The Ticket - bring you all things FC Dallas. The show kicks off with the latest on Bryan Reynolds, then it's a breakdown of Paxton Pomykal's interview on The Kickaround (Thanks Peter and Andy!), followed by some early analysis of the two news FC Dallas players - Jader Obrian and Jose Martinez, then it's time for some squad number talk, and a preview of the Boxing Day Roja League action. All brought to you by [Soccer90](https://soccer90.com/#3RDDEGREE). Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #90

3rd_Degree — Fri, 18 Dec 2020 02:21:15 +0000

It's the MLS silly season, so your 3rd Degree the Podcast hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - have lots to talk about. It's the latest on the battle for Bryan - including a Huntsmen Dump by Buzz - and a dive into the Fafa Picault trade. Your trio has the answers to so many questions… Did Phelipe sign or not? Santi to Pachuca, really? Two attackers linked to FCD? What's with these FCD team awards? And is there a plan at center back? And Willie Nelson!! All brought to you by [Soccer90](https://soccer90.com/#3RDDEGREE). Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #89

3rd_Degree — Fri, 11 Dec 2020 03:21:14 +0000

This week on the on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - begin the dive into the off-season content with a big picture look at the FC Dallas franchise. This includes an evaluation of Coach Luchi Gonzalez and an attempt to reconcile what seems to be the two driving forces in the club; play the kids and win an MLS Cup. Your hosts talk roster needs, improving the team's DP record, and where certain young players might play. But don't worry - the entire thing kicks off with the latest on the Bryan Reynolds transfer saga. And it’s all brought to you by [Soccer90](https://soccer90.com/). Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #88

3rd_Degree — Fri, 04 Dec 2020 02:28:44 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast your intrepid trio of Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick breakdown the playoff loss to the Seattle Sounders. They take apart the game and dissect the FC Dallas performance including the good and the bad. Plus a little extra spice with the North Texas SC roster purge, Tanner Tessmann's link to Europe, an update on Bryan Reynolds, and the Hope Hodzo story. And it's all brought to you by [Soccer90](https://soccer90.com/#3RDDEGREE). Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #87

3rd_Degree — Thu, 26 Nov 2020 01:42:57 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your hosts Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick start with the big news regarding Bryan Reynolds and a pending offer from Juventus. Then it's on to the big win in Portland and a preview of the Western Conference Semifinal against Seattle next Tuesday. Then we top it all off with some quick hits on Pablo Aranguiz, Thomas Roberts, and the Roja League Invierno. Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #86

3rd_Degree — Fri, 20 Nov 2020 02:45:19 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, your beloved trio of Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick give you a final Portland Timbers match up preview including lineup prediction and identifying the key to an FCD win. Then they give out FC Dallas awards, make fun of the new Dynamo crest, dissect the new Austin FC jerseys, tell you why the North Fort Worth soccer complex probably isn't much to worry about, and last - but certainly not least - make predictions for Sunday. Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #85

3rd_Degree — Fri, 13 Nov 2020 02:44:20 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast… The Trio is back together to celebrate Buzz's 50th birthday! Ok, not really. They're back together to talk all things FC Dallas. Although we couldn't do a pod without discussing the US Men's performance versus Wales. Then it's a dive into the Minnesota United debacle and a preview of the FC Dallas playoff match against the Portland Timbers. There are, in fact, reasons for optimism even if you might see a screwy lineup. Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #84

3rd_Degree — Fri, 06 Nov 2020 02:33:44 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the podcast, special guest Tyler Kern (@tylerakern) - the radio host of FC Dallas - fills in for the missing Dan Crooke and helps dig into all things DTID with Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick. Topics include the trigger for FCD's resurgent form, getting over the hump against Nashville, the way forward in midfield, Reto Ziegler's benching, Thomas Roberts' big trip (including a medium Huntsmen dump), and Paxton Pomykal's future. Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #83

3rd_Degree — Fri, 30 Oct 2020 01:29:49 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast we, your hosts - Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick - argue about the positives (or lack thereof) from the RSL game, discuss the (maybe?) much better Inter Miami game, explain why Andres Ricaurte isn't the player you thought he was, try and dissect why the FC Dallas offense doesn't work, dig into the points per game, and put a bow on the North Texas SC season. Plus we figured out a way to kit nerd on a hockey jersey. Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #82

3rd_Degree — Fri, 23 Oct 2020 01:49:07 +0000

On Episode 82 of 3rd Degree the Podcast, your 3rd Degree trio digs into the debacle that was FC Dallas at Nashville SC. We answer the important questions like: "What went wrong" - "Why the fan heat on Luchi now?" - "What happens next between Coach and Jara?" - "How many E's were in the show?" Important stuff! We also dig into the Beer Garden closure, the Supporters Shield controversy, and pass on a Luchi story about Tanner Tessmann. Music by [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #81

3rd_Degree — Fri, 16 Oct 2020 04:38:08 +0000

Our usual trio unpacks the Reggie Cannon and Dan Hunt quotes that have seen the pair at loggerheads - with the raw audio of both for you to judge for yourself. We take a look back on FC Dallas' 1-0 win over that Dastardly Peter Vermes and his Sporting Kansas City. Buzz explains the new MLS reserve league and whether FC Dallas will participate or jettison USL League One. The guys even unbox a present from the wonderful [Pappy Check](https://open.spotify.com/artist/6UXySLQxCfA78K99y0UPol).

3rd Degree the Podcast #80

3rd_Degree — Fri, 09 Oct 2020 03:22:38 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, the trio is back as Dan Crooke recovered from his birthday celebrations to rejoin Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick. Your hosts dig into the big question... **What is wrong with FC Dallas?** They have some answers. Maybe not good answers, or enjoyable answers, but answers, none the less. Plus some North Texas SC talk and a little Luchi fashion check in.

3rd Degree the Podcast #79

3rd_Degree — Fri, 02 Oct 2020 01:24:36 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick - missing the great Dan Crooke - break down the terrific FC Dallas matchup with Orlando City. The fellas talk Papi's return, discuss just how good FCD is, talk up the defense, dissect the offense, look ahead to the Crew, and drop some thoughts on the season outlook. Plus there's a small Huntsmen Dump at the end.

3rd Degree the Podcast #78

3rd_Degree — Thu, 24 Sep 2020 04:41:00 +0000

3rd Degree the Podcast Episode 78 is brought to you by Pappy Check. You can check out his latest album DirkDirkDirk on [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/album/4yoaeTXU3IidvGFEkbvvK1?si=ccs-Cs3KROC3HP9udJaT5w), [Tidal](https://tidal.com/browse/album/155185200), or [Apple Music](https://music.apple.com/us/album/dirkdirkdirk/1531662092). This week Peter, Dan, and Buzz break down the two FC Dallas matches against Sporting KC and Atlanta United, talk mentality, discuss the missing FCD offensive piece, decide if Jara is the 9 FCD has needed, chat about the rise of Tessmann, and explore the great Edwin Cerrillo mystery. All that and more on 3rd Degree the Podcast.

3rd Degree the Podcast #77

3rd_Degree — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 04:26:00 +0000

It's a British free episode of 3rd Degree the Podcast as Dan Crooke's evening engagement ran long. WAY long. So Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick are left to the own devices and decide to talk FC Dallas and North Texas SC. Topics include the Kobra sale, two wins over Dynamo and the Rapids, Ricaurte's amazing arrival, Mosquera's Jekyll and Hyde act, Tessmann's career-best night, Barrios' form, and the value of roster competition. Plus a little North Texas SC talk to round it out.

3rd Degree the Podcast #76

3rd_Degree — Fri, 11 Sep 2020 01:43:00 +0000

Our terrific trio return to find out where Kobra went, discuss Reggie Cannon's move to Portugal, and Buzz drops a couple of big steamy Huntsmen Dumps. Maybe time pending they'll pick apart the 3-2 defeat in Minnesota and look ahead to the Texas Derby.

3rd Degree the Podcast #75

3rd_Degree — Fri, 04 Sep 2020 01:49:00 +0000

Your friendly neighborhood trio of Peter Welpton, Dan Crooke, and Buzz Carrick break down the state of FC Dallas after the hometown club took on Minnesota United and Sporting KC this week. The talk centers on the ascendancy of Bryan Acosta, what's wrong with the FCD midfield, Fafa Picault's big - then missing - contribution, and Los Toros' defensive defense. Plus they weigh in on a big one - should Michael Barrios be benched.

3rd Degree the Podcast #74

3rd_Degree — Fri, 28 Aug 2020 02:22:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Buzz Carrick and Dan Crooke bring you all the latest scuttlebutt from the FC Dallas world. First, it's a breakdown of the game last Friday at Houston Dynamo, then it's discussion of the communications failure that was the canceled game against Colorado Rapids, next it's a dig into the announced Wednesday FCD lineup, and finally some expectations for this weekend. Oh yeah, there's also some Reggie Cannon talk.

3rd Degree the Podcast #73

3rd_Degree — Thu, 20 Aug 2020 14:45:00 +0000

The three guys pick up the pieces of FC Dallas' not so promising re-start. Discussions of a shift in philosophy, is Luchi the right guy, what's the deal with Pax and what to expect going forward.

3rd Degree the Podcast #72

3rd_Degree — Fri, 14 Aug 2020 03:00:00 +0000

The trio are back just in time to discuss FC Dallas' return to playing actual soccer - with a 1-0 loss - to expansion Nashville. Lots of talk about Luchi's tactics, the reasoning behind them, the performances and what's next. Plus who's this new Colombian midfielder they're signing, and why. And yes, a discussion about the National Anthem incident.

3rd Degree the Podcast #71

3rd_Degree — Fri, 31 Jul 2020 20:05:00 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Dan and Buzz talk about the potential (hypothetical?) game next Friday against Nashville SC in Frisco. The duo preview NSC, dig into the FCD roster, talk tactical shape, discuss the FCD/NTX training bubbles, what it means that Avilez is with North Texas, and multiple aspects of the upcoming transfer window including Reggie Cannon's situation. All that and more on 3rd Degree the Podcast.

3rd Degree the Podcast #70

3rd_Degree — Thu, 23 Jul 2020 05:00:00 +0000

Buzz is flying solo this week on 3rd Degree the Podcast with a special guest. North Texas Soccer Club kicks off its 2020 season on Saturday so none other than Head Coach Eric Quill drops in with some knowledge. The NTX gaffer talks new players, filling holes, Academy and FCD joiners, new USL-1 teams, and this weekend's big opening match against Forward Madison. Enjoy.

3rd Degree the Podcast #69

3rd_Degree — Fri, 17 Jul 2020 00:17:00 +0000

This week’s episode of 3rd Degree the Podcast is a #SupportLocalSoccer podcast. With FC Dallas down for the count, Buzz and Dan bring back to the 3DtP the owner of one of the teams in town that is still playing, Damon Gochneaur, Owner of the Denton Diablos. Gochneaur talks about the Roja League, Covid-19 protocols, the evolution that led to the club creating another team, the importance of a brand presence in the town of Denton, and the Chisholm Trail Clásico.

3rd Degree the Podcast #68

3rd_Degree — Fri, 10 Jul 2020 05:14:00 +0000

For the second week, Covid-19 dominates the FC Dallas talk on 3rd Degree the Podcast. Peter, Dan, and Buzz break down all the latest as the news hits of two new cases bringing the FCD grand total to 11 players and two coaches with positive tests in Orlando. The trio reacts to the garbage "irresponsible players" narrative, talks about the short term future of the club, discusses Reggie Cannon's last days in Dallas, then chats about North Texas and the Academy.

3rd Degree the Podcast #67

3rd_Degree — Thu, 02 Jul 2020 12:41:00 +0000

The dean of Dallas soccer journalism and FCD TV pxp, Steve Davis, joins the pod to talk about "MLS is Back," but that gets interrupted with all of the outbreak of COVID in the FC Dallas ranks. The crew break down the tournament, talk FCD tactics, and handicaps the group winners.

3rd Degree the Podcast #66

3rd_Degree — Fri, 26 Jun 2020 03:59:00 +0000

The trio triumphantly return to discuss the COVID-19 cases at Toyota Stadium, Jesse Gonzalez's future with FC Dallas, and where the team stands before traveling to Orlando for Copa Covid AKA The MLS is Back Tournament. Will Franco Jara beat out Kobra for the start? Will Tanner Tessmann continue his impressive breakout season at Disney? And just where is Reggie Cannon going now?!

3rd Degree the Podcast #65

3rd_Degree — Thu, 11 Jun 2020 17:23:00 +0000

Dan talks to Steven Goold and Luis Dollar, the respective presidents of Dallas Beer Guardians and El Matador. They discuss how the supporters' groups have stayed engaged during the MLS shutdown, plans for a return to Toyota Stadium, and talk about the news regarding the MLS is Back Tournament and Jesse Gonzalez's suspension.

3rd Degree the Podcast #64

3rd_Degree — Thu, 04 Jun 2020 13:18:00 +0000

Buzz Carrick sits down for an extended chat with former FC Dallas and SMU striker Alex Smith to talk about his amazing career journey and the trials, tribulations, success, and failures he encountered along the way. From College soccer in Dallas to MLS, Australia, New Zealand, and Malaysia it was one heck of a journey.

Bonus - Details of how CBA was agreed to with Jeff Carlisle

3rd_Degree — Wed, 03 Jun 2020 19:48:00 +0000

On Wednesday it was announced the new CBA between MLS and MLSPA had been ratified by the players. No lockout but there will be the O-Town bubble tournament. How, and at what cost, is discussed with EPSN's Jeff Carlisle who's been covering this story since day one.

Bonus - Jeff Carlisle talks about potential MLS lockout

3rd_Degree — Tue, 02 Jun 2020 11:33:00 +0000

ESPN's Jeff Carlisle has been reporting about this weird turn efforts to resume the MLS season has taken. In this conversation Jeff get us up to date on the latest and digs into what exactly the hold up is.

3rd Degree the Podcast #63

3rd_Degree — Thu, 28 May 2020 23:15:00 +0000

Dan Crooke is back with Buzz Carrick to complete our FC Dallas history trek during this Covid-19 shutdown. This episode is Part 5 of our journey and covers the years 2015 to 2019 including the ascendency, peak, and (slight) decline of Oscar Pareja's tenure as well as the transition to current gaffer Luchi Gonzalez.

3rd Degree the Podcast #62

3rd_Degree — Thu, 21 May 2020 05:01:00 +0000

Episode 62 continues our FC Dallas history trek with special guest Kevin Lindstrom. This is the 2nd half of the nearly two-hour podcast we did covering the years 2012 to 2014. This pod covers the last two seasons of the reign of Schellas Hyndman and the first season of Oscar Pareja's tenure as head coach.

3rd Degree the Podcast #61

3rd_Degree — Thu, 14 May 2020 08:32:00 +0000

The Covid-19 shutdown continues so we here at 3rd Degree the podcast continue our trek through the history of FC Dallas with special guest Kevin Lindstrom. Part 4 was supposed to cover 2010 to 2014 but that ended up being an hour and fifty minutes long so I cut it into two episodes. So this episode is the first part of Part 4 and covers 2010 and 2011. Enjoy.

3rd Degree the Podcast #60

3rd_Degree — Thu, 07 May 2020 15:36:00 +0000

FC Dallas eMLS player Ihab "i9ibbs" Abualneel joins Dan Crooke fresh off crushing the orange on FS1 the past weekend. The episode looks at Abualneel's life-long fandom from the Cotton Bowl days and meeting his wife at the US Open Cup final. On the FIFA side of things how i9ibbs came to be, becoming FC Dallas' pro in eMLS, and hanging out on FIFA20 with some of his FC Dallas team mates.

3rd Degree the Podcast #59

3rd_Degree — Wed, 29 Apr 2020 16:30:11 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast, Buzz Carrick is joined by Denton Diablos owner Damon Gochneaur. The talk dives into the Diablos, the working economics of lower division pro soccer in the United States, and the impact the Covid-19 shutdown is having on the game at the division four level.

3rd Degree the Podcast #58

3rd_Degree — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 00:10:23 +0000

During this pandemic shutdown, our look back at the history of FC Dallas moves into the FC Dallas section. Special guest Tobias Xavier Lopez, long time beat writer at the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, joins us to break down the early days in Pizza Hut Park from 2005 to 2009.

3rd Degree the Podcast #57

3rd_Degree — Thu, 09 Apr 2020 03:35:50 +0000

This week on 3rd Degree the Podcast we continue our deep dive into FC Dallas franchise history with Dallas Burn Part Two, 2000 to 2004. Once again I'm joined by the club’s first fan, the El Jefe himself, Dustin Christmann. Let's go long in the way back machine and talk Dallas Burn.

3rd Degree the Podcast #56

3rd_Degree — Fri, 03 Apr 2020 23:54:48 +0000

Our forced Spring of Discontent continues so 3rd Degree the Podcast is going deep on FC Dallas franchise history. The club's first fan, founder of the first Dallas Burn supporters club The Inferno, the El Jefe himself, Dustin Christmann, joins Buzz to talk about the Burn. Let's dig deep, fellow FC Dallas fans, and walk through FC Dallas history with Dallas Burn Part One, 1996 to 1999.

3rd Degree the Podcast #55

3rd_Degree — Fri, 27 Mar 2020 01:02:43 +0000

With the soccers in virus shutdown, we forgo the normal format and bring in a special guest - Matt Denny, General Manager of North Texas Soccer Club sits down with Buzz Carrick for a 45 minute chat about the FC Dallas feeder club. Topics include Notts County, the 2019 season, the FCD pipeline, budget constraints, the Corona shutdown, moving to Arlington, expectations for 2020 season (if it happens), and the dream stadium scenario.

3rd Degree the Podcast #54

3rd_Degree — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 15:53:50 +0000

The self isolating trio, who've been recording this pod remotely from each other for a year already so this isn't new, turn to questions from listeners for content. Let's see how that goes....

3rd Degree the Podcast #53

3rd_Degree — Fri, 13 Mar 2020 13:46:29 +0000

The guys avoid the Corona, discuss FCD's bothersome 2-2 draw vs Montreal, what we would have seen in Yankee Stadium, discuss the cancellation of soccer and women's locker-rooms.

3rd Degree the Podcast #52

3rd_Degree — Thu, 05 Mar 2020 15:06:53 +0000

The guys discuss the Huntsmen's big opening day win over PhillySnake, specifically that debut by Tanner Tessman and that goal by Paxton. They cover what was good, bad, indifferent and preview this weekend's visit from Mr Henry. Plus, other stuff.

3rd Degree the Podcast #51

3rd_Degree — Thu, 27 Feb 2020 14:55:59 +0000

It is the 2020/25th Anniversary FC Dallas Preview! The guys break down the on and off field stuff to know for the upcoming season. Buzz breaks double news on Tanner Tessman and they preview what to look for both for the season and vs Philly. Plus a discussion of Clark Hunt's recent comments about marketing and Hispanic fan base. (and a touch of KitTalk!)

3rd Degree the Podcast #50

3rd_Degree — Fri, 21 Feb 2020 03:57:12 +0000

For the 50th episode the trio dive into the juicy rumor mill! Will Reggie sign a new deal? Why has Pepi been starting over Kobra? Who has hemorrhoids? Why does Tanner have nicer boots than Cal? What has happened to Santi's face? This, and more!

3rd Degree the Podcast #49

3rd_Degree — Thu, 13 Feb 2020 08:22:28 +0000

It's a busy week with two scrimmages, a marketing mishap, and Buzz breaking down the biggest issue facing FC Dallas right now. Plus, are we worried about Pomykal?

3rd Degree the Podcast #48

3rd_Degree — Fri, 07 Feb 2020 02:39:59 +0000

the trio jams in a LOT of stuff with everything that happened since the last episode. A grand session of KitTalk followed by updates on FCD pre-season and then the big breakdown of the CBA announcement and how it impacts the Huntsmen. Plus the growing problem facing FCD/NTXSC and what's the deal with the women's team?

3rd Degree the Podcast #47

3rd_Degree — Fri, 31 Jan 2020 04:02:46 +0000

Peter breaks the internet so Buzz and Dan talk over the first preseason scrimmages, how they view the draft picks' prospects, what to expect from North Texas SC in 2020 as well as who should be going out on loan...Oh, and some good old fashioned kit nerding after the guys almost nailed their prediction of the new FC Dallas jersey.

3rd Degree the Podcast #46

3rd_Degree — Fri, 24 Jan 2020 04:45:14 +0000

The FCD preseason starts with a new signing, but it's not Chicharito, who is going to LA (what else is new?). They discuss the pros/cons of Franco Jara, give pre-season camp updates, kit talk and USOC fixtures are here!

3rd Degree the Podcast #45

3rd_Degree — Fri, 17 Jan 2020 03:22:27 +0000

They're back! Well Peter isn't but Buzz and Dan catch up on the offseason ahead of FC Dallas preseason beginning this weekend.

Bonus Episode - Patron Q&A

3rd_Degree — Mon, 25 Nov 2019 19:13:35 +0000

As a bonus for all the 3rd Degree the Podcast listeners out there in this winter of little to no FC Dallas action, here's a 35-minute Q&A Buzz Carrick did for the 3rd Degree Patrons back on November 12th. If you like what we do at 3rd Degree and on this podcast, or if you like what you hear in this bonus Q&A, perhaps you will consider supporting 3rd Degree at https://www.patreon.com/3rdDegree.

3rd Degree the Podcast #44

3rd_Degree — Fri, 01 Nov 2019 03:06:48 +0000

It is the final pod of the 2019 season, or is it the first of the 2020? Buzz and Co discuss the roster decisions made this week and how they inform us on the plan for next season. [Plus Buzz makes a BIG decision and shares it with you. ](http://3rddegree.net)

3rd Degree the Podcast #43

3rd_Degree — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 00:47:54 +0000

It's the end of the season pod recapping FCD's playoff loss ("a thriller") to Seattle. On the bright side it's NTXSC total ownership of all things USL1 and what happens when Peter is sat next to Dan Hunt at a public function?

3rd Degree the Podcast #42

3rd_Degree — Fri, 18 Oct 2019 02:44:16 +0000

A preview of FCD's playoff game in Seattle and how exactly will the Zobra's newly discovered form play into it? Plus, will the club play favorites on weighing which players travel with FCD and who stays behind for NTXSC's USL1 Championship game?

3rd Degree the Podcast #41

3rd_Degree — Fri, 11 Oct 2019 03:27:21 +0000

It's a foursome! Joined by the powerful John Lenard, the group discuss the news that Paxton has signed a new, long-term deal and what does it all mean? Plus the team got into the playoff, so how and where does it go from here? Plus a preview of NTXSC's first playoff game, ever.

3rd Degree the Podcast #40

3rd_Degree — Fri, 04 Oct 2019 01:14:06 +0000

On the heels of losing a game they needed to win (again) the trio tries to figure out the news about Globe Life Park, Advocare, the "salary dump," and the frightful state of the team as it nosedives to the last regular season game.

3rd Degree the Podcast #39

3rd_Degree — Fri, 27 Sep 2019 13:09:26 +0000

The dudes wonder how a 1st minute goal is allowed against the Pigeons and Buzz explains why Pax didn't start. Plus a dose of Badji-bashing, scenario explaining and lots of questions on how everyone screwed up the concussion incident. Also, a dash of academy and Open Cup talk.

3rd Degree the Podcast #38

3rd_Degree — Fri, 20 Sep 2019 01:56:19 +0000

Head's up - this one has some audio quality problems - The guys give a review of the "1 point in 2 games" roadtrip, Buzz and Peter get into a wickedly heated argument over Jesus vs Pax, and Dan coughs up a lung giving a report on his trip to Bridgeview for the Brimstone Cup.

3rd Degree the Podcast #37

3rd_Degree — Thu, 12 Sep 2019 15:20:55 +0000

Your lovable trio return to talk about Pax and Reggie with the Nats, the importance of this weekend's trip to Chicago, remind everyone about the [Brimstone Cup](http://brimstonecup.com) and celebrate the successful debut season of NTXSC.

3rd Degree the Podcast #36

3rd_Degree — Fri, 06 Sep 2019 00:36:23 +0000

The 3-Amigos discuss Dallas' new winning streak and just how Mr. Kobra has played a part in that. Plus some stress over how Luchi may/may not immediately return Pax to the starting 11. Also academy talk, a DFW player was signed by Real Madrid and a whole bunch of reminiscing just what a [kick-ass dude Bobby Rhine](https://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2019/09/05/boehm-eight-years-out-bobby-rhines-fc-dallas-legacy-still-burns-brightly) was and how much we (and the club) miss him.

3rd Degree the Podcast #35

3rd_Degree — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 16:17:54 +0000

Buzz, Dan, and Peter all reflect on Dallas' 5-1 squishing of Houston, The Cobra, a preview of the "battle of the FC's" and the national team call-ups.

3rd Degree the Podcast #34

3rd_Degree — Fri, 23 Aug 2019 01:29:02 +0000

With Dan out, again, working on what better be the most kick-ass tifo of all time - the great Mark Followill joins in and talks his soccer gospel. The run-in for the playoffs is here and lots of opinions on how/if the "good-guys" can grab a spot in the party. (pic credit D Magazine)

3rd Degree the Podcast #33

3rd_Degree — Fri, 16 Aug 2019 03:29:40 +0000

Its just Buzz and Peter trying to figure out exactly which FCD is the real FCD - the 5-3 winners against the Loons, or the 2-0 flatliners in LA?

3rd Degree the Podcast #32

3rd_Degree — Thu, 08 Aug 2019 22:20:55 +0000

The transfer window comes to a close and what we were told and what actually transpired are, surprise, two different FCD things. So, where does this season go from here, what exactly is misfiring with "luchi-ball" and did the new guy flat out quit on his new team in OTown? Oh, and a new Dan Crooke impersonation!

3rd Degree the Podcast #31

3rd_Degree — Fri, 02 Aug 2019 03:09:35 +0000

The guys gather for their weekly FC Dallas blather-fest, highlighted by a discussion of the "Gruezo-effect" and passing judgment on Dan Hunt - Liar or Simplistically Optimistic? Also, what would you pay Paxton, Badji's bad day & while we weren't looking Luchi put together a pretty good defense. Oh, and the debut of Dan Crooke's future star-making career.

3rd Degree the Podcast #30

3rd_Degree — Fri, 26 Jul 2019 13:46:30 +0000

The three amigos are back together. Buzz returns from his American Walkabout to discuss Dallas' win in KC, the latest on Pablo and the sad reality of another Hunt transfer window, preview the RSL game and finishes off with a discussion about Pax's run in Dallas.

3rd Degree the Podcast #29

3rd_Degree — Fri, 19 Jul 2019 03:36:21 +0000

Buzz and Dan discuss FC Dallas' 1-0 loss to Minnesota, the friendly with Sevilla, rumors of Paxton to AC Milan, and look ahead to the Huntsmen's game against SKC at the weekend.

3rd Degree the Podcast #28

3rd_Degree — Fri, 12 Jul 2019 05:41:06 +0000

The resident foreigner speaks up after Peter goes missing! Buzz and Dan talk over FC Dallas' friendly with Xolos and what Pablo Aranguiz did to possibly seal his exit, plus Reggie Cannon's Gold Cup, the DA Playoffs, and the controversial season ticket news that dropped this week.

3rd Degree the Podcast #27

3rd_Degree — Thu, 04 Jul 2019 13:00:44 +0000

The most honorable and admired, Steve Davis joins the pod to discuss all things FC Dallas - the big sale of Carlos Gruezo and how fans should feel about that, along with that dream midfield of players made right here in the DFW.

3rd Degree the Podcast #26

3rd_Degree — Fri, 28 Jun 2019 04:34:04 +0000

The three talk about the "2-2 loss on Wednesday", the great performance the previous Saturday and why the difference. Plus Reggie, Pepi, Brek, Gruezo and some US/France predicting and English bragging.

3rd Degree the Podcast #25

3rd_Degree — Fri, 21 Jun 2019 01:05:53 +0000

Fighting back the angry masses after a sad 2-1 loss in the USOC, to a USL team, the trio bravely discuss what it all means in the universe. And a look forward to the weekend's game against Toronto.

3rd Degree the Podcast #24

3rd_Degree — Fri, 14 Jun 2019 01:13:06 +0000

Buzz, Peter and an hour of bread & butter FCD soccer talking. The big point on the left coast and the breezy USOC win at SMU. Also, a discussion about the newest volume of MLS Player salary info and how this latest installation provides a really clear view of the FCD business model.

3rd Degree the Podcast #23

3rd_Degree — Fri, 07 Jun 2019 02:33:53 +0000

Buzz has a lot of soccer to get off his chest. After ranting about the Gold Cup roster he gives the scoop on how Luchi is going to handle the barest of rosters for San Jose, what does it mean when you beat Seattle but also don't score in the process. Plus, lots of NTXSC and Academy stuff.

3rd Degree the Podcast #22

3rd_Degree — Fri, 31 May 2019 00:56:40 +0000

Buzz, Dan, and Peter discuss the U20's group stage performance and look back on a historic May for FCD and how that lines up for an ominous June. Plus Buzz impromptus his list of FCD products with the most promise and upside. Real nerd stuff there.

3rd Degree the Podcast #21

3rd_Degree — Fri, 24 May 2019 03:19:12 +0000

Buzz and Peter are joined by Tyler Kern (Soccer Today, Sundays on ESPN 103.3) to talk about the LAFC back2back jams, what's up with Dan Hunt's grasp on garage bands, preview the weekend trip to Vancouver and more.

3rd Degree the Podcast #20

3rd_Degree — Fri, 17 May 2019 13:34:29 +0000

The trio delayed the recording of the pod till after the LAFC/FCD weeknight match, and maybe that wasn't such a good idea considering the result. Plus talk about FCD Women, NTXSC, USOpen Cup and there's a new derby launching this weekend.

3rd Degree the Podcast #19

3rd_Degree — Fri, 10 May 2019 01:14:50 +0000

Buzz, Dan, and Peter discuss the loss in Houston and debate if Luchi’s style of play has lost its way. Plus a look at the season’s first tough stretch of games, starting with a visit from Red Bull. And they wish Thomas Roberts a Happy Birthday and a presumptive fond farewell.

3rd Degree the Podcast #18

3rd_Degree — Thu, 02 May 2019 05:07:02 +0000

The trio discuss the looming trade of Pedroso and what powered that decision, and the even more looming concerns around FCD's conditioning and hamstring issues. Plus an update on Pax and how long it will be before you see him in a Dallas shirt again.

3rd Degree the Podcast #17

3rd_Degree — Fri, 26 Apr 2019 03:43:31 +0000

The trio returns to wallow in a consecutive 'victory pod' and chatter about all the interesting talking points from Dallas' big road win in the ATL. Plus why everyone should be at Saturday's game against San Jose - they're not the side you think they are. And we top it off with everyone's favorite, "KIT TALK!"

3rd Degree the Podcast #16

3rd_Degree — Fri, 19 Apr 2019 04:50:07 +0000

Rejoice! Dan returns to the pod to discuss the breaking news about MLS expansion to 30 teams and participating in youth player compensation. Also lots about what's up with the young Huntsmen and why they seem to be lose composure late in games. Also a chat about a Luchi's comment about wanting other local club team's best players.

3rd Degree the Podcast #15

3rd_Degree — Fri, 12 Apr 2019 02:15:05 +0000

Arman Kafai joins Buzz and Peter to mourn the loss in Philly and discuss the many questions surrounding Luchi's confidence in "the kids" and wildly speculate exactly what team rule was violated. Plus a smidge of Dallas Cup preview.

3rd Degree the Podcast #14

3rd_Degree — Fri, 05 Apr 2019 04:05:05 +0000

Dan Crooke has gone missing so Buzz and Peter are left to bathe in the warm waters of a victory-podcast without him. Pax-hype hits an all time high and a kid named Pepi has his own huge soccer IPO on the same day.

Bonus Episode - Andy Swift and the Dallas Cup

3rd_Degree — Wed, 03 Apr 2019 23:27:28 +0000

It's another special edition of 3rd Degree the Podcast. This time Buzz Carrick chats one on one with Andy Swift, Executive Director of the Dallas Cup. We cover everything about the Dr Pepper Dallas Cup for the 40th Anniversary of the Tournament.

3rd Degree the Podcast #13

3rd_Degree — Fri, 29 Mar 2019 03:36:18 +0000

Buzz and Peter are joined by the spritely John Lenard and his computer hard drive brain of USL knowledge - which helps since it’s the debut of NTXSC this weekend. Plus a look back at FCD’s win over Kellyn and a peek at this weekend’s travel to Salt Lake.

Bonus Episode - Eric Quill One on One

3rd_Degree — Tue, 26 Mar 2019 20:47:19 +0000

In a special edition of 3rd Degree the Podcast, Buzz Carrick is joined by a special guest, North Texas Soccer Club head coach Eric Quill. The two dive deep into Quill's playing background, coaching development and history, his new job coaching North Texas SC, and his players and team all ahead of the inaugural game in the club's history this Saturday.

3rd Degree the Podcast #12

3rd_Degree — Thu, 21 Mar 2019 23:14:49 +0000

Buzz and Peter have to go it alone in the first episode marking a post Luchi-loss. A look at what happened in Columbus and a peek at what might be expected against the 'Pids.

3rd Degree the Podcast #11

3rd_Degree — Fri, 15 Mar 2019 01:57:35 +0000

Watch the Pax hype-train leave the station after his stellar debut start, now complete with Spanish football newspaper slobbering. Galaxy review, Crew preview and some other bits.

3rd Degree the Podcast #10

3rd_Degree — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 06:00:00 +0000

Buzz, Dan and Peter discuss the season opener sister kissing, that awesome tifo and what to look for with a Zlatan-less Galaxy headed to town this upcoming weekend.

3rd Degree the Podcast #9

3rd_Degree — Sat, 02 Mar 2019 01:21:25 +0000

Buzz, Dan and Peter get together in a real life, actual, professional studio to record their preview for the 2019 - and wonderfully compelling - FC Dallas season. The nuts and bolts of Luchi Gonzalez's plan, style and the players he has to work with. Plus some discussion about off the field changes, and predictions for the season.

Episode #8 Highlight

3rd_Degree — Mon, 14 Jan 2019 15:44:16 +0000

There's lots of great FCD/NTXSC insight contained in Episode #8, but here's the moment the John Lenard introduced himself to the world.

3rd Degree the Podcast #8

3rd_Degree — Sat, 12 Jan 2019 09:52:18 +0000

The 3rd Degree team gathers to discuss the amazing changes that have taken place at FC Dallas in the month that has passed since the last episode. Including the new coaching staff, draft picks and the revving of the USL motor - which will be covered by the new member, John Lenard.

3rd Degree the Podcast #7

3rd_Degree — Tue, 11 Dec 2018 05:51:19 +0000

The guys get together to discuss the amazing changes underway at FC Dallas. The pending announcement of Luchi Gonzalez, the departure of Luiz Muzzi, the trades of Maxi and Tesho, and their reaction to the launch of North Texas Soccer Club.

3rd Degree the Podcast #6

3rd_Degree — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 01:49:45 +0000

Buzz and Peter sit around their computers and discuss the shocking (or was it?) news - Oscar Pareja has left FC Dallas. Why did it happen, what does it mean, and who could be next - are all covered.

3rd Degree the Podcast #5

3rd_Degree — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 23:06:14 +0000

The trio spends some of their offseason time discussion the roster - contracts, likely departures, positions of need, etc. Also the USL League One team was announced, so Buzz explains in great detail how the team will be constructed and the trickle down effect it will have on the whole FCD Academy. Plus the scoop on the Chris Cappis mess, and a lengthy review of that wacky Dan Hunt interview.

Episode #5 Trailer

3rd_Degree — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 23:04:33 +0000

3rd Degree the Podcast #4

3rd_Degree — Fri, 02 Nov 2018 13:11:03 +0000

Jon Arnold from Goal.com joins in to discuss the frustrating end to Dallas' 2018 season. Discussions about the loss to Portland, Pareja's surprising starting 18, and oh, that woeful finishing. And will this club ever find a proper #9. It's all here. http://www.3rddegree.net/

3rd Degree the Podcast #3

3rd_Degree — Tue, 30 Oct 2018 03:26:57 +0000

The boys from 3rd Degree talk about the FC Dallas loss at Colorado Rapids, what that says about the team, this week's playoff knockout game against Portland Timbers, and make some predictions. http://www.3rddegree.net/

3rd Degree the Podcast #2

3rd_Degree — Tue, 23 Oct 2018 03:17:41 +0000

The 3rd Degree guys talk in-depth about FCD’s 3-0 loss to SKC, concerns or confidence over form going into the playoffs, the interesting spin a final game against Colorado has now taken and a talk about the opening of the Hall of Fame, the events, the turnout and what all of that means for The Huntsmen. http://www.3rddegree.net/

3rd Degree the Podcast #1

3rd_Degree — Tue, 23 Oct 2018 00:31:58 +0000

Your hosts Peter Welpton and Buzz Carrick discuss the new National Soccer Hall of Fame at Toyota Stadium, the FC Dallas loss at DC United, and the upcoming game against Sporting Kansas City. http://www.3rddegree.net/