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
260 episodes
Midfielder Blake Willey joins the show
On this episode of The Breakaway, home grown midfielder Blake Willey joins the show to talk his performance against New Mexico United, joining the team from the club's academy, and developing his own playing style.
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27:19
Lewis Jamieson talks his debut, being named player of the week, and more
On this episode of The Breakaway, Connor is joined by new player Lewis Jamieson. Jamieson talks through scoring in his debut, being named USL Player of the Week, and adjusting to the US.
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22:30
The Breakaway en español: Armando Botello y Milton Moreno adelantan la próxima temporada
En este episodio de The Breakaway en español, los comentaristas Armando Botello y Milton Moreno analizan la noche inaugural, qué esperar del nuevo entrenador Neill Collins y más.
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17:55
Rob McAllister and Adam Moffat preview upcoming 2025 season
On this episode of The Breakaway, announcers Rob McAllister and Adam Moffat join Connor to discuss upcoming 2025 season and home opener against New Mexico United.
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33:32
The Breakaway en español: El nuevo jugador Michel Benítez se suma al espectáculo
En este episodio de The Breakaway en español, Armando Botello y Milton Moreno se unen al nuevo fichaje Michel Benítez para hablar sobre la próxima temporada, los nuevos compañeros de equipo y el cuerpo técnico.
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18:19
Defender Freddy Kleemann on joining the club, living in Sacramento, and new teammates
On this episode of The Breakaway, Connor is joined by new defender Freddy Kleemann. Kleemann talks playing for coach Neill Collins in Tampa Bay, his new teammates, and adjusting to Sacramento.
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30:33
New Signing Ryan Spaulding on coach Neill Collins, upcoming season, and joining the club
On this episode of The Breakaway, new signing Ryan Spaulding talks coach Neill Collins, his first few weeks in Sacramento, and his career from France to Tampa.
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30:30
New Republic Head Coach Neill Collins joins the show
On this episode of The Breakaway, Connor is joined by new head coach Neill Collins. Neill talks his first couple weeks in Sacramento, the process of joining the club, and interacting with players and fans.
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35:12
Academy Director Eder Quintanilla on academy players, coaching in Spain, and more
On this episode of The Breakaway, Connor is joined by club Academy Director Eder Quintanilla. Eder talks academy players on the first team, players signing for Division I programs, and his background coaching in Spain.
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24:32
Chibi Ukaegbu on new coach, new players, and team chemistry
On this episode of The Breakaway Podcast, Connor is joined by homegrown star Chibi Ukaegbu to talk new coach Neill Collins, new additions to the team, and team chemistry
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20:43
Club President Todd Dunivant talks new coach, new signings, and 2025 season
Republic President and GM Todd Dunivant joins Connor to discuss new coach Neill Collins, signing new players, and what to expect from the 2025 season
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Season 6
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Episode 1
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24:03
Todd Dunivant Returns to Talk Latest Signing
Club President and General Manager Todd Dunivant is back on The Breakaway to discuss the newest Republic signing, Dominik Wanner.
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Season 5
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Episode 33
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10:49
Club President Todd Dunivant on Interviewing Coaches, New Signings, and Stadium News
On this episode of The Breakaway, Republic President and General Manager Todd Dunivant talks interviewing coaching candidates, re-signing players, and the new stadium news.
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Season 5
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Episode 32
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22:14
Managing Partner Kevin Nagle on Stadium and Partnership News
On this episode of The Breakaway, Republic FC Managing Partner Kevin Nagle discusses the recent stadium news, how the partnership with Wilton Rancheria came together, and the next steps.
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Season 5
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Episode 31
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19:40
SPECIAL EPISODE with Wilton Rancheria Chairman Jesus Tarango and Chief Operating Officer Chris Franklin alongside Republic President & GM Todd Dunivant
Following Thursday's press conference and news, Wilton Rancheria Chairman Jesus Tarango and Chief Operating Officer Chris Franklin join the podcast along Republic President and GM Todd Dunivant to discuss the new partnership and the future of R...
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Season 5
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Episode 30
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17:17
Club President Todd Dunivant talks the team's mentality headed into playoffs
Republic President and General Manager Todd Dunivant gives us an inside scoop on the teams mentality headed into playoffs, the tough nature of single-elimination matches, and the technical staff's group workouts.
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Season 5
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Episode 29
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19:21
Jared Mazzola talks first Republic season, his teammate's personalities, and more
On this episode of The Breakaway, goalkeeper Jared Mazzola joins to talk his first season at the club, the various big personalities on the team, and has plenty of questions for Connor Sutton.
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Season 5
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Episode 28
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30:18
On the road: Katy Norton and Luke Rayfield talk training, player recovery, and more at Restore Hyper Wellness
On this episode of The Breakaway, Connor Sutton travels to Restore Hyper Wellness to talk to Director of Sports Performance Katy Norton and Performance Coach Luke Rayfield about player recovery, training the team, and being with the club since ...
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Season 5
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Episode 27
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27:18
Lee Desmond and Nick Ross Talk New Contracts, Travel, Upcoming Matches
On this episode of The Breakaway, Lee Desmond and Nick Ross join Connor Sutton to discuss their contract extensions, traveling across the US, and what to expect for the club's matchup against New Mexico United.
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Season 5
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Episode 26
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37:22
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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Season 5
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Episode 22
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23:30