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Episode 182: In Conversation with Les Wilson (Part 1)

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Wherein Our Heroes get ready for Canada Day and offer kudos to Cavalry FC for being crowned Canadian Premier League Spring Champions. We are also joined in conversation by Les Wilson, honoured member of the Canadian Soccer Hall of Fame. Mr. Wilson recounts his time playing with and against the very best during his tenure with Wolverhampton Wanderers, including being scouted by the club, his professional debut, and being driven around L.A. by Davy Jones. Also, we discuss the latest spate of VAR controversy, check in with FC Edmonton’s Jeff Paulus, and more!

The Young Gaffers are proud members of the Northern Starting Eleven Network. 

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Music by: Franklin D
Email: FranklinD@shaw.ca
Twitter: @7FranklinD

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Episode 181: Together We’re Rising

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Wherein Our Heroes celebrate Canada’s performances to-date at the FIFA Women’s World Cup. The Canadian men open with a victory over Martinique, but questions remain about John Herdman’s makeshift backline. Cavalry FC win yet another Al Classico clash and their traveling supporters have a glorious banner confiscated. Also, York earn their first home league win over Pacific FC and Forge FC continue to stay in the title race after earning full points in Winnipeg.

The Young Gaffers are proud members of the Northern Starting Eleven Network. 

Send us your questions or comments via e-mail to bothofus@theyounggaffers.com, @younggaffers on Twitter, and www.facebook.com/theyounggaffers

Music by: Franklin D
Email: FranklinD@shaw.ca
Twitter: @7FranklinD

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Episode 180: Bring ‘Em On!

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Wherein Our Heroes put a bow on the Voyageurs Cup Round 2, and look ahead to three Canadian Premier League clubs facing off against MLS and USL opponents. The Canadian women show some early tournament jitters in the FIFA Women’s World Cup. Also, the Americans celebrate, and celebrate, and celebrate…and celebrate.

The Young Gaffers are proud members of the Northern Starting Eleven Network. 

Send us your questions or comments via e-mail to bothofus@theyounggaffers.com, @younggaffers on Twitter, and www.facebook.com/theyounggaffers

Music by: Franklin D
Email: FranklinD@shaw.ca
Twitter: @7FranklinD

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Episode 179: Voyageurs Cup – The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

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Wherein Our Heroes recount the high drama from the second round, first leg Voyageurs Cup matches. HFX Wanderers seem to have found their way under Stephen Hart, while FC Edmonton remain listless as they fall to York 9 in Ontario. Also, in what is shaping up to be the Canadian Premier League’s best rivalry, Cavalry FC bag a late equalizer against Forge FC before bedlam ensues.

The Young Gaffers are proud members of the Northern Starting Eleven Network. 

Send us your questions or comments via e-mail to bothofus@theyounggaffers.com, @younggaffers on Twitter, and www.facebook.com/theyounggaffers

Music by: Franklin D
Email: FranklinD@shaw.ca
Twitter: @7FranklinD

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Episode 178: A Tale of Two Statements

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Wherein Our Heroes answer your questions about the split season and the cost of peripheral bits at Canadian Premier League stadia. Gaffer Jason returns from Wild Rose Country and an afternoon at Al Classico, as Cavalry continue to boss the table. Also, York respond well to miscommunication at their home opener, while OneSoccer are unable to adequately explain their streaming woes on the very same afternoon.

The Young Gaffers are proud members of the Northern Starting Eleven Network. 

Send us your questions or comments via e-mail to bothofus@theyounggaffers.com, @younggaffers on Twitter, and www.facebook.com/theyounggaffers

Music by: Franklin D
Email: FranklinD@shaw.ca
Twitter: @7FranklinD

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Episode 177: No Long Faces Here

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Wherein Our Heroes celebrate Cavalry FC’s third consecutive victory in a very tight match against Forge FC in what may have been a showdown between the Canadian Premier League’s two best squads. Marco Bustos runs the table in his debut with Valour FC. Also, FC Edmonton deliver a strong showing while playing shorthanded against a Pacific FC team that is struggling to find its offensive focal point.

The Young Gaffers are proud members of the Northern Starting Eleven Network. 

Send us your questions or comments via e-mail to bothofus@theyounggaffers.com, @younggaffers on Twitter, and www.facebook.com/theyounggaffers

Music by: Franklin D
Email: FranklinD@shaw.ca
Twitter: @7FranklinD

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Episode 176: Cross Country Checkup – The Gaffer Version

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Wherein Our Heroes check in with a club-by-club look back at the week that was in the Canadian Premier League. Cavalry FC sit as early leaders after two tactically sound performances. FC Edmonton play spoiler in Valour FC’s home opener. Also, Forge FC finally deliver a result at the expense of Pacific FC and York 9 FC remain the only winless club.

Michael Silberbauer audio courtesy of Pacific FC.

The Young Gaffers are proud members of the Northern Starting Eleven Network. 

Send us your questions or comments via e-mail to bothofus@theyounggaffers.com, @younggaffers on Twitter, and www.facebook.com/theyounggaffers

Music by: Franklin D
Email: FranklinD@shaw.ca
Twitter: @7FranklinD

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Episode 175: Electric Youth

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Wherein Our Heroes look ahead past the opening weekend of the Canadian Premier League. Valour FC earn victory against Pacific FC in a physical match. We hear from Pacific FC’s Michael Siberbauer and José Hernández as well as Valour FC skipper Rob Gale. The physical nature of the matches has been entertaining, but will players stay protected as the season winds along? Also, Kyle Bekker earns this year’s first-ever Joey Barton Award for his bodycheck on York’s Di Chiara.

The Young Gaffers are proud members of the Northern Starting Eleven Network. 

Send us your questions or comments via e-mail to bothofus@theyounggaffers.com, @younggaffers on Twitter, and www.facebook.com/theyounggaffers

Music by: Franklin D
Email: FranklinD@shaw.ca
Twitter: @7FranklinD

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Bonus Episode: The Canadian Premier League Prediction Panel – Bigger, Longer & Uncut

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Wherein Our Heroes release the full-length, uncut version of the inaugural Canadian Premier League prediction panel hosted by the Northern 90’s Pat Sweet and featuring TSN 1290’s Ryan Brandt, YouTube sensation AFC Curtis, and yours trulies, The Young Gaffers. Get comfortable folks, we’re going the full 90 with this one.

The Young Gaffers are proud members of the Northern Starting Eleven Network. 

Send us your questions or comments via e-mail to bothofus@theyounggaffers.com, @younggaffers on Twitter, and www.facebook.com/theyounggaffers

Music by: Franklin D
Email: FranklinD@shaw.ca
Twitter: @7FranklinD

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Episode 174: Ultimate, Definitive Canadian Premier League Prediction Episode

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Clockwise from top left: Gaffer Jason, Pat Sweet (Northern 90), Gaffer Adam, Ryan Brandt (TSN 1290), and Curtis (AFC Curtis)

Wherein Our Heroes participate in a panel, co-ordinated by the Northern 90’s very own Pat Sweet. Together with Pat, TSN 1290’s Ryan Brandt, and YouTube sensation AFC Curtis, we offer up our Canadian Premier League predictions based on nothing but sheer conjecture.

The Young Gaffers are proud members of the Northern Starting Eleven Network. 

Send us your questions or comments via e-mail to bothofus@theyounggaffers.com, @younggaffers on Twitter, and www.facebook.com/theyounggaffers

Music by: Franklin D
Email: FranklinD@shaw.ca
Twitter: @7FranklinD

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