The Breakaway: A Republic FC Podcast
Sacramento Republic FC presents The Breakaway, a podcast that gives listeners an inside look at SRFC players, coaches, staff, and others in the Sacramento soccer community. Each week, host Connor Sutton will talk with various guests from around the soccer and Sacramento community to discuss the beautiful game with players, technical staff, and front office staff.
Episodes
241 episodes since 2020
Nick Ross Talks Two Straight Team of the Week Selections, Republic's Mindset Heading into the Final Third of The Season
On this episode of The Breakaway, Nick Ross joins the podcast to discuss the change in his role, his war with the crossbar, Republic's bounce back performances and mindset for the remainder of the season
August 23, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 25
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45:55
Republic Back on Track, Recapping the 2-0 Win and Look Ahead with Adam Moffat
On this episode of The Breakaway, Republic broadcaster Adam Moffat discusses the 2-0 win over El Paso, some of the key players in the match, and what keys are moving through the remainder of the season.
August 15, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 24
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31:10
Between Two Con(n)ors with Jared Timmer
Jared Timmer joins a special episode of The Breakaway: Between Two Con(n)ors with Conor Donovan and Connor Sutton. The guys discuss recent results, golf, playing defense, and more.
July 30, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 23
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36:14
Willey, Kimbrough, Ukaegbu on their First Team Experience
On this episode of The Breakaway, Republic FC former academy players talk about playing for the first team, balancing school and training, and which Republic stars they look up to in their early career.
July 24, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 22
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23:30
Club President & GM Todd Dunivant Midseason Review
On this episode of The Breakaway, club President & GM Todd Dunivant recaps the side's form so far, discusses the new signings, and talks exciting changes at the club.
July 19, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 21
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24:44
New Midfielder Justin Portillo on Joining The Club
On this episode of The Breakaway, new signing Justin Portillo talks about joining the club, why he wears number 43, and how Mark Briggs has changed over the years.
July 12, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 20
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28:02
Republic's Recent Play & A Farewell to Producer Emile
On this episode of The Breakaway, our producer Emile Guzman jumps in front of a microphone to discuss Republic's recent play, his favorite podcast moments since he has been producing on his final episode with Republic FC.
June 28, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 19
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23:58
Mark Briggs on Portillo Signing and Road Win Over Monterey Bay
On this episode of The Breakaway, Head Coach Mark Briggs discusses the win over Monterey Bay, how the Portillo addition fits right in, and behind his coaching decisions against San Jose in the Open Cup.
June 13, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 18
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33:18
Kieran Phillips on Adjusting To Sacramento
On this episode of The Breakaway, Republic FC Striker Kieran Phillips talks about his reaction to being loaned to Sacramento, getting acclimated and compares football in England and US.
June 03, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 17
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39:37
USL Lead Broadcaster Mike Watts on the Open Cup Round of 16, Sacramento's Chances in the Next Round
USL Lead broadcaster Mike Watts - on the call for last week's U.S. Open Cup match vs. the San Jose Earthquakes - joins Connor to talk where the match ranks for him all-time, Sacramento's quarterfinal draw vs. Seattle, and where the club stands ...
May 28, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 16
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32:40
Recapping Sacramento's Big Round of 16 Win with William Hodges
Connor and TheCup.us contributor William Hodges recap Tuesday night's memorable match and the remarkable vibes at Heart Health Park as Sacramento bested the San Jose Earthquakes 4-3 after extra time in the U.S. Open Cup Round of 16.
May 23, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 15
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28:12
Head Coach Mark Briggs Talks Kieran Phillips' Dazzling Home Debut and Republic FC's Stellar April
Republic FC Head Coach Mark Briggs is back on The Breakaway to talk about Huddersfield Town loanee Kieran Phillips' memorable home debut brace, his deep squad, and Sacramento's stellar April form.
May 01, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 13
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40:16
Russell Cicerone on His New Hair, Undefeated Start, And Big Win in OC
On this episode of The Breakaway, Russell Cicerone discusses his hair in 2024, Republic FC's unbeaten start, how he compares his 1st and 2nd seasons in Sacramento and more.
April 26, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 12
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25:51
Danny Vitiello Talks About Being a New Dad and Republic FC's Unbeaten Start
This week on The Breakaway, goalkeeper Danny Vitiello joins Connor to talk about life as a new dad, recovering from an early-season injury, and Republic FC's unbeaten start to the 2024 season.
April 18, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 11
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38:21
Trevor Amann Discusses His Hot Start & His New Nickname
On this episode of The Breakaway, Republic FC Striker Trevor Amann talks about his mentality as a striker, his extremely hot start (4 goals in 5 games), how he has adjusted to Sacramento and more.This podcast was produced by Emile Guzma...
April 11, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 10
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37:12
The Breakaway en español: Martín Vásquez
En este episodio de The Breakaway, Armando Botello y Milton Moreno entrevistan a Martín Vásquez sobre su carrera, sus inicios en Sacramento y más.
April 08, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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28:58
Nick Ross and Connor Catch Up, Talk About the Squad's Start to the Season
This week on The Breakaway, midfielder Nick Ross joins Connor to catch up and talk about the squad's start to the season, his Scottish roots and some of his favorite food spots around Sacramento.
March 22, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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50:08
Play-by-Play Man Rob McAllister Recaps Week 1 and Talks About his Favorite Home Openers
This week on The Breakaway, Republic FC play-by-play announcer Rob McAllister joins Connor to recap the squad's opening night draw vs. Orange County, Trevor Amann's historic club debut, and rank his favorite home-opener matches in Republic FC h...
March 14, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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28:21
Lee Desmond on the Squad's Cohesion and Ahead of Opening Night vs. Orange County SC
Defender Lee Desmond joins Connor to catch up on training camp, his offseason, and the squad's competitive spirit ahead of opening night.
March 08, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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39:47
Jonathan Ricketts Talks Joining Sacramento and Playing at Heart Health Park
New Republic FC defender Jonathan Ricketts joins Connor to talk about why he chose to sign with Sacramento in the offseason, playing at Heart Health Park and his thoughts on 2024 training camp.
March 01, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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28:38
Rob McAllister Talks The Club's Strengths, New Coaches, and Keys to 2024 Success
Republic FC play-by-play voice Rob McAllister joins Connor to preview what the Indomitable club needs to do to start strong in 2024 and discusses the club's strengths entering the season.
February 21, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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22:40
The Breakaway en Español con Armando Botello y Milton Moreno
Armando Botello y Milton Moreno hablan sobre la pretemporada, los nuevos fichajes y los nuevos entrenadores Martin Vasquez y Bradley Johnson.
February 21, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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15:00
Jack Gurr Catches up With Connor, Shares Why He Wanted to Stay in Sacramento Long-Term
Republic FC Defender Jack Gurr joins The Breakaway to catch up with Connor on training camp, signing his contract extension and share why he wanted to stay in Sacramento, his thoughts on his beloved Newcastle United, and much more.
February 07, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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35:51
Head Coach Mark Briggs Talks Meshing New Additions with the Squad's Returners in 2024
This week on The Breakaway, Republic FC Head Coach Mark Briggs talks training camp and the new additions to the 2024 squad, leading the club, and giving host Connor Sutton the contract extension he's long desired.
February 01, 2024
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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28:21
Cam Iwasa and Adam Moffat Tell Training Camp Stories and Preview What They are Excited for in 2024
This week on The Breakaway, Cam Iwasa and Adam Moffat join the podcast to talk about the club kicking off 2024 training camp, share preseason stories from their time as Republic FC players, and preview what they are excited to see from the squa...
January 24, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 40
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36:28