Naptown Blues Fan Cast

Hiram and Sam go over a “big test” week for the Blues as they traveled to Virginia Beach United and hosted defending champions Lionsbridge. They break down the rather calm match on Wednesday that saw 13 yellow cards and the early-season clash at the top that lived up to the hype. Big Sam has a very in-depth 2 part interview with Coach Colin Herriot about both the matches. They finish with a check-in on the woman’s side and the leag...

Hosts Sam Huston and Hiram Wainwright break down a huge opening week for Annapolis Blues FC in the USL2 Chesapeake Division.

The season kicked off on the road in a “Battle of the Blues” in Charlottesville, followed by a massive home opener vs. Christos FC. The Blues shattered attendance records with 12,853 fans—a new USL2 all-time high!

Hiram and Producer Mel caught the tailgate vibes, and after the match, Hiram chats with Captain ...

Sam and Hiram kick off the countdown to the Annapolis Blues' third season with a special guest: Assistant GM Steven Hooper!

From first-season memories to big-league moves, they dig into:

What last season taught the team

The transition to USL League Two

How the fan experience is leveling up (epic tailgates and halftime hype!)

And the brand-new Annapolis Blues Women’s team!

Get the scoop on all the behind-the-scenes action and find o...

Sam and Hiram are back with season three of Annapolis Blues coverage. 

Kicking off the pre-season, coach Colin Herriot is in the studio to talk about the switch from NPSL to USL LEAGUE TWO, thoughts on last season, and the plans for the 2025 soccer season.

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Hiram and Big Sam discuss the Blues playoff run in the Mid-Atlantic conference this week.  From their emphatic win over Frederick to the disappointing second loss to Virginia Dream in the final. Hiram has a chance to chat with our hat-trick-scoring captain and Big Sam talks with the gaffer, right after the championship match. They guys finish up this season’s final show discussing the future and upcoming project with a refreshing r...

This week Hiram and Sam discuss the Blues’ big 5-0 victory over Grove United to secure the team’s second straight regular season title. The guys chat about the squad clicking at the right time just as they head into the playoffs. Producer Mel and Hiram went on an adventure in the parking lot and Hiram has found a way to do more work with a cool way to unify all of the cast.

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The Blues have locked up playoffs with a win over Virginia Beach City FC. It was a dominant performance and Hiram and Big Sam are ready to talk all about it. Surprise Producer Mel is back, she much like Hiram, can’t sit still. We chat with Alex Abril and the gaffer after the match. Finally, the guys begin to chat about the playoff picture and the national rankings.

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It was a big win on the road for the Blues as they beat DMV Elite 4-1. Big Sam and Hiram break down the tactical substitutes that ultimately turned that match in the Blue's favor. They also dive into the playoff picture, as a win for the Blues this Saturday will secure home field for the Mid-Atlantic playoffs.  Naptown Blues fancast also breaks down the other 5 clubs with a shot at the remaining 3 playoff spots. The guys enjoy a cu...

Hiram and Sam have two matches to talk about this week. The Blues suffered their first defeat of the year to Virginia Dream and Big Sam is critical of the team’s play and feels a point was lost that day. The Blues rebounded on Father’s Day with a solid win over Frederick FC with an amazing turnout by “the cast”. Finally, the boys chat candidly about the staff at the Navy-Marine Corp Memorial and the delicate balance between staff a...

Naptown Blues Fancast hosts Hiram Wainwright and Sam Huston have coverage and interviews from the Annapolis Blues June 7 match vs the Alexandria Rough Diamonds.  They open with thoughts on Monumental Sports Network continuing to blackout Blues coverage for their local paying cable customers.  Sam and Hiram turn their attention to the match and they have interviews with scorer Luke Dunne, Captain Elton De Oliveira Santos, Coach Coli...

Sam and Hiram open with the festivities surrounding the Blues home opener. It was a record-breaking night, and the Blues continued their winning ways. The guys have opinions on Monumental Sports Network “blacking out” certain regions from seeing the matches, and the speed of the concessions at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.

Sam chats with Toshi Davis, who scored two goals and an assist, and of course post-match thoughts from t...

This week Big Sam and Hiram discuss the Blues hard-fought victory at FC Frederick 4-2. They take a moment to recognize the changing scenery of support at the different grounds as overall interest in the NPSL has begun to peak. Big Sam gets a chance to talk with Matias De Jesus about his game-winning brace and with the Gaffer Colin Herriot to discuss the overall match. Everyone, even producer Mel, had a cold beverage and they each c...

We all couldn't wait for the new season of the Annapolis Blues FC, and before you knew it, the Community Shield and first two games happened.  Get the highlights of all three matches with your Naptown Blues Fancast hosts Sam Huston and Hiram Wainwright. 

Last Wednesday the Blues hosted the Maryland Bobcats FC, on Friday, May 17th. National Premier Soccer League (NPSL) began when the Annapolis Blues traveled to Alexandria to visit t...

Annapolis Blues Coach Colin Herriot sits down with Sam Huston and Hiram Wainwright. Coach chats about last season’s success, his plans for this year's squad, and how important the community has been to the Annapolis Blues’ success. Don't miss a single show, follow the Naptown Blues fancast. Listen here or subscribe wherever you get podcasts.

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Preseason Blues coverages back with getting to know assistant general manager Steven Hooper.  If you have not had the pleasure of meeting Steven, you have definitely seen him on and off the field last season doing anything and everything for the Annapolis Blues.

Steven sits down for his first interview, to chat with Sam and Hiram about last season’s highlights, his new position with the team, his hopes for this year, and building t...

 We can't wait until the Annapolis Blues soccer season begins, so Sam Huston and Hiram Wainwright are back with pre-season coverage.

First up, standout striker Jacob Murrell’s first interview since becoming the 7th pick in the 2024 MLS SuperDraft for D.C. United.  Jacob shares his thoughts on the Blues’ epic first season, the overwhelming community, MLS soccer draft, and his future.  You will love this interview, Jacob is as kind a...

The Blues were in Montclair, NJ for the Eastern regional finals. Regrettably, the dream season came to an end with a 4-0 defeat at the hands of West Chester in the semifinals. Hiram and Sam discuss the magical season and give their thoughts on the future as they offer their final show of the season. What an amazing ride it has been.

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What a week for the Blues. Not only do they win a championship, but they did it in dramatic fashion in front of an electric crowd. Hiram and Big Sam discuss both matches from their unique perspectives; one from the stands with the screaming fans and the other from the sidelines in the thick of play. Do we have a Derby (rivalry)? We think so, the OldNaptown derby was epic!

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