Hosts Matthew Entrekin and Jason Carey
276 episodes listed below
Rhode Island FC, argued in real time.
Raising Anchor follows Rhode Island FC with the urgency of people tracking results as they happen. The show moves from goals, cards, lineups, and late concessions into bigger questions about form, confidence, cup momentum, and the mood around the club.
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Raising Anchor is built for the week-to-week emotional weather of Rhode Island FC. Matt Entricott and Jason Carey talk through the club as regulars around the scene, with enough tactical vocabulary to go beyond simple scoreline reaction. The show’s center is RIFC, but its frame stretches into the USL Championship, the U.S. Open Cup, New England soccer, and the practical realities of following a young club. A win over Lexington Sporting Club is not treated as just a win. It becomes a test of whether goals can loosen a striker, whether a late concession matters, and whether the team has finally found something repeatable. A draw against Detroit City FC carries a different weight. The hosts linger on dropped points at home, referee management, J.J. Williams’ physical profile, and Cono Smith’s emphasis that the next match matters most. Cup episodes bring sharper stakes. Hartford Athletic, the New England Revolution, and the round of 32 become part of a larger conversation about revenge, momentum, and what a single good night can mean for a winless league run. The tone is quick and familiar. It has puns, self-corrections, occasional technical hiccups, and the feeling of people talking right after the match while the frustration is still warm. That looseness is part of the appeal. Raising Anchor can pivot from set-piece commitment and clean-sheet concerns to Miami food recommendations, Rhode Island Monthly voting, or the strange comedy of doing a show while someone is clearly under the weather. Guests are used to widen the lens rather than flatten the club focus. Sam Ladoff, tied to the Blazing Musket, brings Revolution context when the Open Cup matchup calls for it. The show also treats local media and supporter culture as part of the ecosystem, mentioning outlets, broadcasts, and fan sources that shape how people follow the team. It is not a polished national soccer product. It is more specific than that, and better for listeners who care about Pawtucket nights, away-day mood swings, and the Amber and Blue’s next problem to solve. Raising Anchor works because it keeps the club close. Every match becomes a clue about what Rhode Island FC might be turning into.
Made for: For Rhode Island FC supporters and USL Championship followers who want match reaction with tactical bite, roster context, and honest fan mood. It especially fits listeners tracking the Amber and Blue through league play and Open Cup runs.
What sets it apart: Raising Anchor feels close to the club without turning into a press release. Its strength is the blend of supporter impatience, media-room detail, tactical shorthand, and Rhode Island-specific soccer culture.
A weekly podcast every Monday and Thursday at 8pm about Rhode Island FC (RIFC), the United Soccer League Championship (USL), and all things soccer in Rhode Island. Anchors Up!
Based on 5 episodes we listened to · September 2026
Detailed match reading, roster context, and informed questioning give Rhode Island FC supporters a sharper account of the club's week-to-week direction.
Raising Anchor turns Rhode Island FC results into an ongoing argument about what the team is becoming. Matt Entricott and Jason Carey move from scorelines to tactics, player form, roster decisions, and the pressure surrounding the next match, with enough humor to keep difficult…
Nil-nil gets a full case file here, with you invited to argue over every dropped point.
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A steady Rhode Island FC listen that turns a first league win and an Open Cup preview into a practical, match-specific conversation.
Raising Anchor uses Rhode Island FC's first league win, a 3-1 result over Lexington Sporting Club, to set up a round 32 U.S. Open Cup preview against the Revolution midweek.
A lively, supporter minded preview of Rhode Island FC's first meeting with Lexington Sporting Club.
The segment starts with a brief live-radio hiccup, then settles into a Rhode Island FC preview built around the club's first meeting with Lexington Sporting Club in Kentucky.
A candid post-match conversation about a nil-nil home draw and the frustration it leaves behind.
Raising Anchor stays with Rhode Island FC's nil-nil draw against Detroit City FC at Centerville Bank Stadium, and it makes the frustration of another home result easy to feel.
A rainy derby win, a first club goal, and the question of whether the momentum lasts.
Raising Anchor keeps this episode anchored in Rhode Island FC's rainy derby win over Hartford Athletic, while asking a simple question: can that result carry into league play?
A local soccer show that starts with grief and settles into practical roster talk.
Raising Anchor opens on Pawtucket's pain and gives it room to breathe. Matt Entricott and Jason Carey do not rush past the loss before turning to Rhode Island FC, and that choice sets the tone.
Rivalry panic with tactical receipts.
Raising Anchor opens on Rhode Island FC's first league win.
Raising Anchor starts with a reset after a technical stumble.
Rhode Island FC's scoreless draw with Detroit City FC sets the table.
Rhode Island FC gets the spotlight and the follow-up question.
Matt and Jason discuss Rhode Island FC's recent 2-1 loss to Miami FC, analyze the team's struggles, and preview their upcoming Open Cup match against Hartford Athletic.
Matt and Jason preview Rhode Island FC's upcoming soccer match against Miami FC, discussing the team's chances for their first victory of the season despite coaching challenges.
Matt and Jason analyze Rhode Island FC's 4-2 loss to Louisville City, discussing goals, tactics, and team dynamics.
Matt and Jason recap Rhode Island FC's 4-0 win in the U.S.
Matt and Jason discuss Rhode Island FC's 1-1 draw against Sporting Club Jacksonville, analyzing the cold weather, light crowd, and team performance.
A weekly soccer podcast previewing the upcoming Rhode Island FC game and discussing local soccer news, including World Cup updates.
Hosts discuss the weather and excitement ahead of Rhode Island FC's home opener.
Hosts discuss the rescheduled home opener and news about a player becoming part-owner of a USL club.
A soccer podcast discussing Rhode Island FC, USL news, and World Cup base camp announcements.
Matt and Jason discuss stadium developments and the potential revival of North Carolina FC in the USL.
Raising Anchor opens on a heavy note.
The hosts discuss and evaluate players for the 2025 Rhode Island FC roster in a multi-part series.
The hosts discuss and debate their player ratings for the Rhode Island FC 2025 season, analyzing individual performances and offseason implications.
Host Matt Inchkin previews the Eastern Conference Final between Rhode Island FC and Pittsburgh Riverhounds, with co-host Jason Carey and guest John Krasinski.
Hosts discuss Rhode Island FC's playoff win and upcoming match against North Carolina FC.
Hosts discuss Rhode Island FC's season-ending loss and preview their upcoming playoff match against Charleston Battery.
Host Matt Entrykin interviews USLPA Executive Director Connor Tobin about player relations and the state of USL soccer.
Host Matt Inch and guest Jason Carey discuss Rhode Island FC's 5-0 victory over the Rowdies and the upcoming playoff race.
Host Matt Entrykin interviews Rhode Island FC defender Danny Rivera about his time with the team, adjusting to Rhode Island, and overcoming injuries.
Hosts discuss RIFC's comeback win over Las Vegas Lights and preview the final home game against Tampa Bay Rowdies.
This episode discusses Rhode Island FC's recent draw against El Paso, their playoff chances, upcoming game against Las Vegas Lights, and co-hosts' reactions to World Cup ticket price announcements.
This episode discusses Rhode Island FC's recent 1-0 win over Miami, their momentum, and previews their upcoming match against El Paso Locomotive, while addressing podcast audio issues.
Hosts discuss RIFC's recent win and upcoming match against Miami, analyzing playoff hopes and team performance.
Host Matt Entry and guest Jason Carey discuss Rhode Island FC's exit from the Jägermeister Cup and preview a crucial match against Indy 11.
Host Matt Entrykin and guest Jason Carey discuss Rhode Island FC's recent loss to Louisville City, their ranking in the USL, and preview their upcoming must-win Agermeister Cup semifinal match against Sacramento Republic.
Hosts discuss Rhode Island FC's recent win and upcoming match, with news about a player award.
Hosts Matt and Torin discuss Rhode Island FC's recent loss to Hartford Athletic and preview their upcoming match against Charleston Battery.