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From Pitch To Puget Sound

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From Pitch to Puget Sound is a limited-run podcast built for the 2026 soccer summer in the Seattle region—made for visitors, locals, and anyone who wants to experience the season like a true Pacific Northwest fan. Hosted by Kyle (soccer + history) and Emily (civic clarity + practical planning), each episode blends two things: what you need to know to enjoy match season from Snohomish County—and the real Washington soccer story, with a special focus on the people, places, and moments that shaped the game close to home. From where to stay and how to get around, to supporter culture, watch parties, and the deep roots of soccer in Snohomish County, this series is your friendly, on-the-ground guide to soccer’s biggest summer—plus the local history that proves this region didn’t just get picked to host. It earned it. Disclaimer: From Pitch to Puget Sound is an independent production and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or officially connected to FIFA or the FIFA World Cup.

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July 1, 2026

Beyond the Watch Parties: What the Soccer Summer Changed

Trent (filling in for Emily) and Kyle go beyond the big screens and big cheers to the real story of this soccer summer — what happened around the watch parties. You’ll hear quick, real voices from the waterfront in Everett and from people building the next chapter of local soccer: families who couldn’t afford match tickets but showed up anyway, neighbors describing the vibe as “home,” and local leaders focused on access that lasts longer than one tournament.Along the way, Kyle gives a quick “where we are now” tournament check-in as the group stage wraps and the knockout round begins — including what the expanded 48-team field is changing, and why new names like DR Congo and Cape Verde are part of the fun. But the heart of the episode is what the summer revealed: soccer didn’t suddenly arrive here — it became visible, louder, and easier to belong to.In this episode<ul><li>A quick tournament check-in: group stage wrap-up, knockout round basics, and what’s surprised us so far</li><li>Why the expanded 48-team format is creating more new teams, more storylines, and more “anything can happen” moments</li><li>Listener voices from the watch parties: families making memories, first-timers jumping in, and locals choosing community over spectacle</li><li>“The vibe is home”: what people said when we asked them to describe the feeling for someone who wasn’t there</li><li>Jamie French-Bialek (<a href="https://www.snohomishsportsdome.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Snohomish Sports Dome</a>) on access that lasts: building more places to play, not just places to watch</li><li>A throwback to Peter Hattrup on how the level of local competition has risen — and why talent doesn’t have to leave to find it</li><li>The next step challenge: name your moment, support the places that made it easy to belong, and keep the door open</li></ul> <ul><li><a href="https://www.snohomishsky.com/">Snohomish Sky FC</a></li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/snohomishsportsdome/">Snohomish Sports Dome Watch Party Info</a></li><li><a href="https://www.snohomishsportsdome.com/">Snohomish Sports Dome</a></li></ul> <a href="https://from-pitch-to-puget.captivate.fm/listen">Listen to From Pitch To Puget Sound</a>Follow From Pitch to Puget Sound on your favorite podcast app.<a href="https://www.snohomishpodcasts.com/pitchtopugetsound" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sign up </a>for our newsletter with important links from the show.Presented by the <a href="https://www.snohomishpodcasts.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Snohomish Podcast Network</a>.History of Soccer is courtesy of <a href="https://wasoccerlegends.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Washington State Legends of Soccer</a>. Disclaimer: This podcast is an independent production and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or officially connected to FIFA or the FIFA World Cup.Theme Music from: https://pixabay.com/music/rock-sport-sports-rock-music-368012/

June 24, 2026

Joy in the Crowd: Everett Watch Party Field Notes + A Quick Tournament Check-In

Emily and Kyle take you back to the Everett Watch Party for two packed days of fan zone energy — Mexico vs. South Korea (Day 3) and USA vs. Australia (Day 4). You’ll hear quick, real conversations with families, visitors, and community leaders — the kind of sound bites that capture why this soccer summer feels like a once-in-a-lifetime community moment.Along the way, Kyle gives a quick “tournament so far” check-in (no jargon, just the headlines): the U.S. surprising everyone by locking in early, a wild tie that put Cabo Verde on the map, and big stars already making noise. But the heart of the episode is the crowd — the joy, the friendliness, and the feeling that a watch party is more than a screen. It’s a permission slip to talk to strangers.In this episode<ul><li>What the Everett Watch Party feels like in real time (kids, jerseys, cheering, pure joy)</li><li>A quick tournament check-in: where we are in group play and what’s surprised us so far</li><li>The Cabo Verde vs. Spain headline that reminded everyone why underdogs matter</li><li>Why the expanded 48-team format is creating more surprises and more stories</li><li>Listener voices: families making memories, first-timers soaking it in, visitors feeling welcomed</li><li>Tammy Dunn (Snohomish County Sports Commission) on the smiles, the camaraderie, and why free, accessible community events matter</li><li>The reminder: you don’t need a ticket — you just need a place to show up and feel it</li></ul> <ul><li><a href="https://www.seattlefwc26.org/events/seattle-fan-celebrations">Seattle Fan Celebrations - Watch Parties</a></li><li><a href="https://www.discoversnohomishcounty.com/events/">Snohomish County Events</a></li><li><a href="https://www.seattlefwc26.org/">Seattle FIFA World Cup 26™</a></li></ul> <a href="https://from-pitch-to-puget.captivate.fm/listen">Listen to From Pitch To Puget Sound</a>Follow From Pitch to Puget Sound on your favorite podcast app.<a href="https://www.snohomishpodcasts.com/pitchtopugetsound" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sign up </a>for our newsletter with important links from the show.Presented by the <a href="https://www.snohomishpodcasts.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Snohomish Podcast Network</a>.History of Soccer is courtesy of <a href="https://wasoccerlegends.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Washington State Legends of Soccer</a>. Disclaimer: This podcast is an independent production and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or officially connected to FIFA or the FIFA World Cup.Theme Music from: https://pixabay.com/music/rock-sport-sports-rock-music-368012/

June 17, 2026

Peak Everett: Inside the Waterfront Watch Parties (Real Voices, Real Vibes)

The soccer summer is here — and this episode is built out of real voices from the Everett Waterfront Watch Parties.Emily is joined by Trent (sitting in for Kyle) as they record on-site at the waterfront: boats in the background, jerseys everywhere, and the kind of crowd energy you can literally feel in your chest. If you’ve been wondering what this moment actually feels like in real life — not in a stadium, not in a studio — this is it.You’ll hear quick “roll call” clips from people in the crowd and local leaders, plus conversations with Nick Shekeryk (Snohomish County tourism marketing specialist) on how the Snoco GameDay scarf went from a fun campaign idea to a real-life local obsession — and with Dylan Ordoñez from Seattle FWC 26 on what the local organizing committee actually does (and why fan zones matter).In this episode<ul><li>The vibe check from the Everett waterfront: why it feels like a full-on festival on a weekday</li><li>What surprised Emily most about the crowd (and why it feels like “we’re doing this together”)</li><li>The Snoco GameDay scarf story: how it was created, why it’s everywhere, and how it’s traveling worldwide</li><li>A simple “join the moment anywhere” framework: pick a social place, bring one small ritual, and arrive early</li><li>Where to find more Snohomish County soccer summer events (Discover SnoCo)</li></ul> <ul><li><a href="https://www.visiteverett.com/1532/Waterfront-Watch-Parties">Waterfront Watch Parties | Everett Tourism, WA</a></li><li><a href="https://www.seattlefwc26.org/">Seattle FIFA World Cup 26™</a></li><li><a href="https://www.discoversnohomishcounty.com/">Discover SnoCo Website</a></li></ul> Clean<a href="https://from-pitch-to-puget.captivate.fm/listen">Listen to From Pitch To Puget Sound</a>Follow From Pitch to Puget Sound on your favorite podcast app.<a href="https://www.snohomishpodcasts.com/pitchtopugetsound" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sign up </a>for our newsletter with important links from the show.Presented by the <a href="https://www.snohomishpodcasts.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Snohomish Podcast Network</a>.History of Soccer is courtesy of <a href="https://wasoccerlegends.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Washington State Legends of Soccer</a>. Disclaimer: This podcast is an independent production and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or officially connected to FIFA or the FIFA World Cup.Theme Music from: https://pixabay.com/music/rock-sport-sports-rock-music-368012/

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What is From Pitch To Puget Sound?: From Pitch to Puget Sound is a limited-run podcast built for the 2026 soccer summer in the Seattle region—made for visitors, locals, and anyone who wants to experience the season like a true Pacific Northwest fan.

Hosted by Kyle (soccer + history) and Emily (civic clarity + practical planning), each episode blends two things: what you need to know to enjoy match season from Snohomish County—and the real Washington soccer story, with a special focus on the people, places, and moments that shaped the game close to home.

From where to stay and how to get around, to supporter culture, watch parties, and the deep roots of soccer in Snohomish County, this series is your friendly, on-the-ground guide to soccer’s biggest summer—plus the local history that proves this region didn’t just get picked to host. It earned it.

Disclaimer: From Pitch to Puget Sound is an independent production and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or officially connected to FIFA or the FIFA World Cup.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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