The Third Sub Episode 163: TSS Rovers pick up magical Can Champ upset, 2023 CPL season begins, and ‘Caps hit bye week

In Episode 163 of the Third Sub Podcast, Alexandre Gangue-Ruzic and Samuel Rowan dive into all things MLS, CPL and Canadian Championship after a busy week of action on all fronts.  Welcome back to another episode of the Third Sub Podcast! In this episode, Alex and Sam are back, as usual, this time to chat all things Vancouver Whitecaps, Canadian Premier League and Canadian Championship … Continue reading The Third Sub Episode 163: TSS Rovers pick up magical Can Champ upset, 2023 CPL season begins, and ‘Caps hit bye week

Looking Back on a Memorable Inaugural BC Derby

A special match was settled with a goal from a special player. Saturday in Langford, Manny Aparicio secured the three points for Pacific FC in their home opener against expansion side Vancouver FC with a half-volleyed strike from outside the area which will live long in CPL history. The newest rivalry in the Canadian Premier League saw the only win on opening day of the … Continue reading Looking Back on a Memorable Inaugural BC Derby

Josh Heard on Being Named Pacific FC Captain

With the Canadian Premier League fifth season almost ready to begin, I caught up with Josh Heard who has been named the new captain for Pacific FC going into the 2023 season by head coach James Merriman. Heard has been a key part of this Pacific FC side since returning to the island from Real Monarchs in 2020. The winger has 14 goals and nine … Continue reading Josh Heard on Being Named Pacific FC Captain

James Merriman – Pacific FC Head Coach on Preparations for New Season

It’s almost time. Just two weeks remain of pre-season for the Canadian Premier League sides ready to take the field for the league’s fifth season. James Merriman, head coach of Pacific FC, has seen a pretty consistent technical staff line with just the new addition of goalkeeping coach Daniel Ortiz who arrives with a wealth of experience training some of the best in La Masia, … Continue reading James Merriman – Pacific FC Head Coach on Preparations for New Season

Time to Run it Back?: Pacific FC’s 2022 CPL Season Preview

After a long offseason, the defending Canadian Premier League champions, Pacific FC, are back in action this weekend. Ahead of that, here’s our season preview for the Tridents. It’s pretty rare to see a reigning league champion undergo so many changes. But for Pacific FC, that’s exactly what happened this offseason. It was a dream season all around for them in 2021, from defeating Whitecaps … Continue reading Time to Run it Back?: Pacific FC’s 2022 CPL Season Preview

Departures at Pacific FC Means the CPL is Working as Intended

This offseason has been a bit of a long one for the reigning champions of the Canadian Premier League. At first glance, Pacific FC has been bleeding players, a mass exodus that hasn’t been stemmed. Departures of key pieces to their title run definitely do not inspire confidence for the season yet to come.  However, these transfers are a testament to the growth of the … Continue reading Departures at Pacific FC Means the CPL is Working as Intended

The Third Sub Episode 120: Pacific FC’s golden moment and 2021 end-of-year Vancouver Whitecaps awards

In Episode 120 of the Third Sub Podcast, Alexandre Gangue-Ruzic and Samuel Rowan hand out the hardware in a special edition of the show. Welcome back to another episode of the Third Sub Podcast presented by Macey’s Sports! In this episode, Alex and Sam are back, as usual, this time to chat all things awards in a special edition of the show. To start, they … Continue reading The Third Sub Episode 120: Pacific FC’s golden moment and 2021 end-of-year Vancouver Whitecaps awards

Champions of Canada: Pacific FC puts BC back on the championship map with 2021 CPL title

Pacific FC ended their 2021 season off on a high note on Sunday, as they were crowned 2021 CPL champions. Here’s our match report from a game to remember for the Tridents. HAMILTON ON – There is one match a year that starts with fireworks: The Final.  On Sunday, Pacific FC made sure there were some fireworks after, too, winning the Canadian Premier League championship … Continue reading Champions of Canada: Pacific FC puts BC back on the championship map with 2021 CPL title

Finishing in Style: The “Festival City” celebrates again as Quioto gives CF Montréal an 11th Voyageurs Cup

CF Montréal overcame Toronto FC thanks to a second half Romell Quioto goal to top their rivals in the 2021 Canadian Championship final on Sunday at Stade Saputo. Here’s our recap of the match, and the tournament. The COVID-19 pandemic has interrupted sports all over the world, but while most tournaments have been able to resume with mostly regular schedules, the Canadian Championship still hasn’t … Continue reading Finishing in Style: The “Festival City” celebrates again as Quioto gives CF Montréal an 11th Voyageurs Cup