Behind the Beard Season 2, Episode 20! In this episode, Mackenzie and Coach Bobby discuss the team’s response to Forge’s 3-0 loss to the Halifax Wanderers, the recent signings of Victor Klondaritis and Orlendis Benitez, and what to expect from a Vancouver side that’s not at their best. To celebrate the 20th episode, they also look back on some of t…

Welcome back to another week on the audio network! Forge FC is coming off a tough 3-0 defeat against the Halifax Wanderers and now turns its focus to an upcoming away match in Vancouver. Today, Mackenzie is joined by Steve Milton to analyze the Halifax game, evaluate the team's current position with only a few weeks left in the season, and discuss …

In this episode of Captain's Log, Kyle Bekker and Mitch Houlahan engage in a lively discussion about recent games, player performances, and the excitement surrounding the title race. They reflect on league changes, the importance of playoff structures, and the standout performance of player Noah Jensen. The conversation also touches on fan engageme…

Behind the Beard S2E19! In today’s episode of Behind the Beard, Mackenzie and Coach Bobby discuss Forge FC’s win against Cavalry FC last weekend, why they shouldn’t understate the Halifax Wanderers, and the shenanigans that occurred during their pregame interview on one-soccer. Bobby also comments on the introduction of promotion & relegation in Le…

Igniting the Spark Early! A special edition of Mac’s Access features Mackenzie in conversation with Jacqueline Dorrey, Forge FC’s 3-time Spark Summit host. Jacqueline shares her experiences with the event, her journey as a woman in sports, and how the summit has evolved over the past three years. The next Spark Summit is set for September 28th, 202…

In this episode of Forge Daily, Mackenzie breaks down Forge FC’s thrilling 2-1 victory over Cavalry FC, which extended their lead at the top of the table by five points. This win brings Forge even closer to clinching the regular season title and saw a historic moment for Tristan Borges, who became the club’s all-time leading scorer with a brace. Ke…

Back with another edition of Forge Daily! As it is match day -1, Mackenzie covers two key matches: last weekend's 2-0 win against Pacific FC and the upcoming clash with Cavalry FC on Saturday. Mackenzie Barwell also catches up with players recognized in the CPL Team of the Week: Noah Jensen, Chris Kalongo, and Dom Samuel. Key Takeaways: Standings U…

In this week’s edition of Mac’s Access, Seba Castello joins Mackenzie following his much-anticipated return to the pitch! They dive into everything from his carpool adventures with Tristan Borges, his two-season battle with injuries, and a throwback to his first appearance on the show with Chris Kalongo. Seba also reflects on his memories of celebr…

Behind the Beard, Season 2, Episode 17! This episode covers two key matches: last weekend's game against Pacific and the upcoming clash with Cavalry FC on Saturday. Coach Bobby delves into how the team selects a captain for each match, the importance of home-field advantage, and the strategy behind optimizing the eight-day gap between their last ma…

In this episode of the Captain's Log, Kyle Bekker and Mitch Houlahan dive into an array of topics, from unexpected grievances and hilarious rants about trivial annoyances to reflections on recent soccer games and the state of the sport in Canada. The episode is a blend of humor, personal stories, and genuine soccer insights, making it an engaging l…

Welcome back to another episode of Mac’s Access! Following his outstanding performance against TFC, Goalkeeper Jassem Kolielat joins Mackenzie to talk about key moments in his career & origin story in choosing goalkeeping. Similar to Bobby, he shares his thoughts on iconic Y2K looks. Chapters: 0:00 Broken Finger 2:00 Playing on big stages 4:00 Chat…

Season 2, Episode 17 of Behind the Beard! With just 48 hours between two crucial matches, Bobby checks in on the team's mental and physical state. After a disappointing 1-0 loss to TFC, Bobby emphasizes the significance of the upcoming task—facing Pacific at home on Friday. He and Mackenzie also dive into the match’s Y2K-themed festivities! Chapter…

In this episode of Forge Daily, host Mackenzie Barwell gears up for the Canadian Championship semi-final, leg 2, between Forge FC and TFC on August 26, 2024. With Forge on the brink of making history, Mackenzie is joined by former Forge and TFC player Emery Welshman. Emery shares his insights on the growing competitiveness between CPL and MLS teams…

In this episode of Captain's Log, Kyle and Mitch Houlahan dive deep into Forge FC's recent performances. The duo discusses the team's significant wins at Tim Hortons Field, the upcoming derby against York United FC, and the surprising but exciting transfer of Kwasi Poku to Belgium. Tune in for a detailed breakdown of key matches, insights into the …

Garv’s back on Mac's Access! In today’s episode, they dive into his recent call-up to the Haitian national team, his role as the team barber, and much more. Afterward, they play a fun game where Mac presents different situations, and Garv picks the teammate who’s best suited for each one. Key Takeaways: Garv discusses how playing with his national …

Season 2, Episode 16 of Behind the Beard! In today's episode, Mackenzie and Coach Bobby dive into a variety of topics, including last week's match, the upcoming clash with York United this weekend, and the showdown with TFC next Tuesday! Coach Bobby also gives his thoughts on Kwasi Poku's transfer announcement. Later on, they decode some popular 'f…

Continuing the 'CPL Analyst Tour' on this episode of Forge Daily! Mackenzie is joined by Mitch Tierney to break down Forge’s recent victory over Vancouver, strategize their approach against a revitalized York squad, and explore how this win could influence their momentum heading into the Canadian Championship semi-final! Key Takeaways: Forge's top …

We're back with another week on the audio network! Following Forge FC’s 2-1 victory over Vancouver FC, Mackenzie is joined by Adam Jenkins, who was in the OneSoccer Studio. In this episode, they break down key moments from the match, discuss Forge’s growing adaptability against opponents, and celebrate Matteo Schiavoni’s first professional goal. Ad…

Back with another episode of Forge Daily with CPL’s Charlie O’Connor Clarke! Today, Mackenzie and Charlie discuss the midweek result against the Halifax wanderers, transfer rumours with Kwasi Poku, and expectations for Vancouver FC. He also share’s his thoughts on Player of the Year in the event Kwasi leaves the CPL! Chapters: Halifax’s Tone Setter…

Welcome to another episode of Mac’s Access! Today, Mackenzie is joined by Alex Achinioti-Jönsson. They dive into his Greek-Swedish heritage, some haircut mishaps, and Mackenzie’s amusing performance in the staff soccer match. Tune in! STAFF SOCCER FOOTAGE: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C-lTgFaJqP2/?igsh=cTZ5OTZ1ZDU3MHc= Key Takeaways: Alex is 1/2 …

Season 2, episode 15 of Behind the Beard! Today, Mackenzie and coach Bobby are limited to 20 minutes and attempt to run through multiple topics including the olympics, Forge FC's win against Atletico Ottawa, and their upcoming matchup versus Halifax. Coach Bobby shares his 7th floor perspective and how the team plans to be successful within a short…

Match day +2 or -2? As Forge FC come off their 3-0 win against Atletico Ottawa they prepare for a midweek match vs the Halifax Wanderers. In today’s episode, Mackenzie discusses key moments from Saturday, standing updates, and shares insight from Garven Metusala and Daniel Parra post practice Key Takeaways: Forge started strong against Ottawa, show…

Match Day -1 for Forge FC! Tomorrow they will kick off against Atletico Ottawa right here at THF, 7pm for the signature match night. This is the second game of what promises to be a chaotic, jam packed August. As we near the later half of the 2024 season and approach the semi final of the Canadian Championship, Forge will look to find some momentum…

Join Mackenzie for another episode of Mac’s Access, featuring Noah Jensen in his second appearance! They dive into everything from his new player card and unforgettable Forge moments to balancing soccer and school. Trivia makes a return, with Noah showcasing his passion (and skill) for it—proving why it’s a favorite of his. Chapters: 0:00 Katherine…

Back with another edition of Mac & Milty! In today’s episode, they discuss Milty’s take on Forge FC’s loss to Valour, highlight standout performers after an undefeated July, and analyze Atletico Ottawa’s current form after two difficult losses. They also draw parallels between Ottawa and Forge players that make this matchup so close and entertainin…

Season 2, Episode 14 of Behind the Beard! In today’s episode, Mackenzie and Coach Bobby delve into the recent match against Valour and look ahead to their upcoming clash with Atlético Ottawa. Coach Bobby also explores how different playing styles can influence the interpretation of statistics. To wrap up, Mackenzie quizzes Coach Bobby on which spor…

In this conversation, Kyle Bekker and Mitch Houlahan discuss various topics related to the Olympics and other sports. They talk about a drone incident, the excitement of the Olympics, the impressive performances of athletes, and even speculate on whether they could complete an Ironman competition. The conversation is filled with humor and enthusias…

Match day -2 for Forge FC! In today’s episode of Forge daily, Mackenzie is joined by Steve Milton. Milty shares his thoughts on recent matches and why Valour has had Forge’s number in previous games. They also discuss which Forge goal keeper they expect Sunday… Keytakeaways Forge trails the league in clearances, which Milty attributes to their poss…

Another episode of Mac’s Access! Today, Mackenzie is joined by none other than Forge FC captain, and fellow podcaster, Kyle Bekker. Mac tells Kyle about a funny run in with his friend and former teammate Ashton Morgan, they share driving test experience & much more. Key Takeaways: Both podcasters in this episode have failed a driving test at one po…

Midweek episode of Forge Daily! Today, Mackenzie brings you up to speed on the CPL standings and checks in with the Forge players featured in the CPL Team of the Week: Kyle Bekker, Alex Achinioti Jonsson, and Jasseem Kolielat. Key Takeaways: Forge FC had 4 players in this week’s CPL team of the week. Jass notched his third clean sheet and successfu…

Season 2 Episode 13 of Behind the Beard! Welcome back to another episode and more shenanigans with Coach Bobby & Mackenzie. In today’s episode, they discuss the marvel match, Forge FC’s performance against Halifax, and approaching a busy and important schedule in August. Key Takeaways; Halifax have many good midfielders in possession, but their att…

3 points to start the week! Today, Mackenzie discusses goal scoring highlights from Forge FC’s matchup against Halifax, tunes into Coach Bobby’s and Nana’s post match press conference, and chats with defender Malik Owalabe Belewu. Malik also shares his routine on a typical day off! Key Takeaways: Kwasi Poku is now tied for the Golden Boot lead with…

Welcome back to another episode of Forge Daily! Today, Mackenzie chats with Charlie O’Connor Clarke about Forge FC’s current form, the team's depth amid player availability issues, and the potential threats posed by the Halifax Wanderers this weekend. We also hear from Elimane Cisse on how he has been adjusting since arriving in Hamilton and why he…

Tomorrow, Forge FC will take on the Halifax Wanderers at home! In today's episode, Mackenzie sits down with Garven, Noah, and Chris after training to discuss their thoughts on the upcoming match, the team's development, and how they plan to leverage home-field advantage. Key Takeaways: Chris Kalongo has made 27 saves this season and is a strong con…

Join Forge FC captain Kyle Bekker and Mitch Houlahan as they delve into the latest buzz around the Forge Audio Network. In this episode of Captain's Log, they tackle hot topics, including the controversy surrounding a Canadian drone incident at the Olympics and its repercussions on the Women's National Team. With their usual mix of humor and candid…

Welcome to this week’s episode of Mac’s Access! Today, Mackenzie sits down with Forge FC defender Malik Owolabe Belewu. They explore his youth career, his long-standing friendship with Kwasi Poku, and what led him to join the CPL. To wrap up, they have fun identifying different North American and UK terms that share the same meaning.. Chapters: 0:0…

Season 2 Episode 12 of Behind the Beard! Today, Mackenzie and Coach Bobby discuss Forge FC’s 1-1 draw to Cavalry FC, Triston Henry’s signing to USL side Memphis FC, and expectations for hosting the Halifax Wanderers this season. Later on, Mackenzie takes Coach Bobby through a high pressure “Guess that Forge FC player” game. Key Takeaways The Forge …

In this episode of The Captain's Log, hosts Kyle Bekker and Mitch Houlahan dive into a week packed with action and insights. They kick things off with a recap of Forge FC's latest game against Pacific FC, highlighting standout performances and the return of key players. Kyle shares personal anecdotes, including some funny stories about his son’s la…

Final episode of Forge Daily for the week! In today's show, Mackenzie is joined by Adam Jenkins to preview Forge FC's upcoming clash against Cavalry FC. They cover Kwasi Poku's recent statistics, the dynamics of broadcasting intense and physical matches, and what makes this rivalry the most historic in the Canadian Premier League. Key Takeaways: Ca…

Welcome to another edition of Mac’s Access! In today’s episode, Mackenzie is joined by David Choinière. David shares his first memories of playing soccer, reflects on his time in the CF Montreal academy, and describes the exhilaration of scoring the game-winning goal in Forge FC’s inaugural CONCACAF victory. They wrap up the show with a fun Canadia…

Welcome to this episode of Forge Daily! Today, Mackenzie delves into the league standings and individual Forge player statistics as the team enters the second half of the Canadian Premier League season. We also hear from Kwasi Poku, Tristan Borges, and Noah Jensen. Noah shares an intriguing statistic that coach Bobby uses to keep the team at the to…

Season 2 episode 11 of Behind the Beard! In this episode, Coach Bobby and Mackenzie recap the last two matches against TFC and Pacific, highlighting Kwasi Poku's impact in the number 9 role and discussing expectations for Cavalry. Additionally, Coach Bobby reveals a pre-game ritual he performs at home games that never fails to make Mackenzie laugh.…

Welcome back to the Forge Audio Network as we kick off Week 14 of the Canadian Premier League! In today's episode of Forge Daily, Mackenzie is joined by CPL analyst Mitchell Tierney. They discuss last night’s 2-1 victory over Pacific FC, highlight key performers, and examine Cavalry FC's current form as Forge prepares for their next game in Calgary…

In this episode of the Captain's Log, Forge captain Kyle Bekker and Mitch Houlahan dive into the latest victories and challenges faced by Forge FC. From their thrilling win over TFC to upcoming matches and reflections on Canada's performance in Copa America, Kyle and Mitch bring you all the excitement and insights from the world of soccer. Takeaway…

Another episode of Mac’s Access! Today Mackenzie is joined by one of Forge FC’s newest additions to their roster, left back Daniel Parra! They discuss everything from Daniel’s music taste, being a lakers fan, Canadian stereotypes and being on loan from CF Monterrey. Dani also shares his expectations vs reality of playing in the Canadian Premiere Le…

Back on the audio network with a recap of yesterday’s CanChamp semi-final against TFC! Today, Mackenzie discusses key moments from the match, how Forge should carry their momentum into the CPL regular season and an exciting announcement from Canada soccer. We hear from Alessandro Hojabrpour, Malik Owolabi-Belewu, and Khadim Kane. Key Takeaways: Mal…

Season 2, episode 10 of Behind the Beard! In today’s episode, Mackenzie & Coach Bobby discuss the disappointing draw to Vancouver FC, Forge’s quick turnaround to the Semi Final of the Canadian Championship, and the start of Forge FC’s first ever summer camp! Bobby shares where the team needs to be better to start closing out results and his thought…

Welcome back to another week on the audio network! In today’s episode of Forge Daily, Mackenzie is once again joined by Steve Milton! Milty and Mac break down Forge's match against Vancouver FC, discussing how they managed to secure a point and what they need to change as they prepare to face Toronto FC. Milty also shares his insights on how experi…

Welcome to a special edition of Mac's Access! Today, Mackenzie is joined by Forge FC's Head Athletic Therapist, Liam McPherson. Liam reveals behind-the-scenes insights and locker room stories. They delve into his career journey, past player connections, and a memorable first impression story that didn't go as planned. Key Takeaways: Starting as an …

Back with another edition of Mac & Milty! In today’s episode of Forge Daily, Milty provides his thoughts on the Atletico Ottawa match, they discuss the current standings, and what has to happen to be successful against Vancouver FC this weekend. Milty also brings up the difficulty for Forge players to remove their thoughts of the upcoming TFC match…