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Welcome to the final episode of Season 2! Today, Mackenzie and Coach Bobby wrap up the season by diving into Forge FC’s 2024 CPL final, their plans for the off-season, and reflecting on the year’s standout moments. Mackenzie also shares highlights from her Banff trip, recaps post-game player conversations, and talks about Coach Bobby’s end-of-season gift! Tune in!

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The Calgary pitch was frozen solid—no flame thrower needed!Coach Bobby reflects on this season as one of Forge’s best, rivaling the 2021 campaign.Despite preparing for victory, Bobby acknowledges key player abs...

Happy CPL Final Day, everyone! Join host Mackenzie Barwell as she checks in from Calgary, Alberta, recapping Forge FC’s intense 2-1 loss to Cavalry FC in the 2024 CPL Final. Mackenzie dives into the match's highs and lows, shares live fan reactions, and gives an inside look into the post-match press conference, featuring insights from coach Bobby Smyrniotis and Player of the Year, Tristan Borges. Despite the loss, Forge fans showed up in force and made themselves heard—experience the atmosphere and hear what’s next for Forge FC.

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Starting 11 & Injuries: For...

CPL Final -1! In this episode, Mac catches up with Borges on everything from the Forge FC playoff journey to life outside the game, personal milestones, and a few fun stories. They dive into Forge’s relentless playoff mentality, what it’s like being nominated for two prestigious CPL awards, and the importance of mental and physical self-care in sports. Plus, Borges shares memories from his early days, hilarious field banter, and his thoughts on Liam's Halloween impersonation of Coach Bobby!

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Borges reflects on what makes Forge FC so dominant in t...

Welcome back to Behind the Beard! The 2024 CPL final is quickly approaching and we're diving into it with Coach Bobby Smyrniotis. We'll break down Forge FC's recent 1-0 win over Atlético Ottawa, discuss key players' return, talk about CPL award nominations, and preview Forge's upcoming face-off with Cavalry FC. Plus, Coach Bobby shares insights into team mentality, playoff intensity, and personal coaching reflections—oh, and the fun choppiness that comes with playing a final AWAY.

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* Despite Ottawa's shot advantage, Forge’s focus and momentum, especially in pressuring through corners, were key to their win.<...

In this episode of Forge Daily,  Mackenzie recaps Forge FC's pivotal 1-0 victory over Atlético Ottawa, securing their sixth consecutive CPL Final appearance. Mackenzie shares player reactions from practice, insights from the post-match press conference, and an analysis of the game’s key moments, including Malik Owolabi-Belewu’s winning header. She also previews the highly anticipated final showdown with Cavalry FC, highlighting key players to watch.

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Forge's Strong Lineup: The team set the tone early with a balanced lineup, including Noah Jensen’s return to midfield and Dominic Samuel’s standout debut at c...

In this episode of Mac's Access, host Mac sits down with Forge FC's Dav to chat about everything from his recent off-field activities to his thoughts on playing internationally and the mindset going into playoffs. They discuss his brother’s appearance in the Canada vs. Panama match alongside Forge’s own Kwasi, and dive into the team’s motivation and challenges ahead of Champions Cup play. Dav shares memorable moments from his career and reflects on how his calm demeanor serves him on and off the field.

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Dav’s favorite...

In this semi-final episode of Behind the Beard, Mac and Coach Bobby dive into Forge FC’s journey through the CPL playoffs, starting with a deep dive into the first semi-final match. They discuss key player roles, highlight defensive heroics, and analyze the team’s dynamic adaptability. The episode covers press conference insights on resilience and mindset, and Bobby reflects on Kwasi Poku’s nomination for U-21 Canadian Player of the Year. Looking ahead to the next semi-final match against Atlético Ottawa, they discuss Forge’s tactical preparation, and the episode closes with a lighthearted riddle segment for a fun twi...

Welcome back to Forge Daily with your host, Mackenzie Barwell. In today’s episode, we dive into the intense clash between Forge FC and Cavalry FC in the CPL Semi-Finals—another chapter in what’s widely seen as the Canadian Premier League’s most heated rivalry. Mackenzie and Emery unpack the critical moments, the team’s response to challenges, and Coach Bobby Smyrniotis’ insights as Forge looks to rebound. They also preview Forge's upcoming matchup against Atlético Ottawa, where they fight for a place in the CPL Final.

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Game-Changing...

In this episode of Captain's Log, Kyle Bekker and Mitch Houlahan are joined by Digital Host Mackenzie Barwell and engage in a mix of light-hearted banter and deeper discussions about sports, personal rivalries, and the challenges of academic life. They share humorous anecdotes about ticket mix-ups and the dynamics of their podcast, while also reflecting on their media appearances and the public's perception of them. They delve into the behind-the-scenes dynamics of morning show life, share memorable moments from their experiences, and discuss the challenges of podcasting. They reflect on building rapport with guests, navigating promotional segments, and the...

On this episode of Mac’s Access, Mac welcomes Kyle Bekker to dive into a mix of funny memories, season recaps, and personal growth since their last episode together. Plus, Bekks gives his take on trending Gen Alpha terms and shares what he’d put on his hypothetical “most used phrase” T-shirt.

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Bekks reflects on how much they've grown since their first episode together and highlights key milestones, road trip memories, and hilarious training moments.A playful look at the team's dynamic, including Nana's progress with teammates' names, and the vibe...

Behind the Beard Season 2 Episode 25!! In today’s episode, Mackenzie and Coach Bobby discuss the result against Pacific, the upcoming playoff game vs Cavalry, and navigating Daniel Parra’s suspension. He share’s his thoughts on Forge’s rivalry with Cavalry and how it’s evolved over the past 6 years. BTB has it’s first official guest!

Kadim played a crucial role defensively in central midfield, excelling in aerial duels. Coach Bobby highlighted that it was a great chance for him to step into the game.Despite missing a significant portion of the season due to injury, T...

In this episode of Forge Daily, host Mackenzie Barwell recaps Forge FC's final regular season game against Pacific FC, where a 1-0 loss closed the chapter on the 2024 regular season. With a look at the playoff picture, including the implications of the Tonybet Outcome games, Mackenzie prepares you for Forge's upcoming home playoff clash against arch-rivals Cavalry FC. Tune in for game highlights, stats, and what’s next as Forge FC aims for a fifth championship title!

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Forge FC's Final Regular Season Game – A recap of Forge FC's 1-0 loss...

In this engaging conversation, Captain Kyle Bekker and Mitch Houlahan discuss various themes surrounding their recent game experiences, including reflections on team performance, fan engagement, ticketing issues, and the celebratory atmosphere following a trophy win. They also touch on personal anecdotes and the dynamics of their friendships, providing a humorous and insightful look into the world of sports and camaraderie. In this episode, the hosts engage in a light-hearted conversation about their experiences in sports, the challenges of communication within a team, and humorous anecdotes from their past. They reflect on the importance of camaraderie, the excitement of upcoming...

Malik is back for another edition of Mac’s Access! Today, he and Mackenzie discuss a variety of topics including Malik’s launch of his clothing brand, supporting Kwasi in his national team debut, and clarify some misinformation on his transfer market page. After covering some serious topics like his goals in the CPL and national aspirations, Malik share’s some funny iPhone habits ….

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Malik’s clothing brand ‘Arcane’ is live! You can support his business here:Kwasi called Malik when he got the National team call up. They talk on a daily basis...

Behind the Beard, Season 2 Episode 23! Mackenzie and Forge FC head coach Bobby Smyrniotis recap the match against Atlético Ottawa and discuss the team's mindset heading into the playoffs. Bobby reflects on the balance between celebrating achievements and maintaining focus for the playoffs. They also dive into the psychology of playing under pressure and how Forge tends to excel when stakes are high.

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The key focus in these final regular season games is on performance; the results naturally follow from that.What truly counts are securing the shield and the outcomes in t...

In this episode of Forge Daily, host Mackenzie Barwell recaps Forge FC’s 2-0 loss to Atlético Ottawa in their second last regular-season match. Mackenzie discusses the game’s key moments, the impact on Forge's playoff path, and the celebratory shield lift despite the tough result. She also looks ahead to the final regular-season clash against Pacific FC and discusses what’s at stake for the league standings.

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Forge FC's 2-0 loss to Atlético Ottawa was marked by a slow start, early goals from Manny Aparicio and Samuel S...

This week on Mac’s Access, Mackenzie chats with one of Forge FC's newest additions, Orlendis Benitez. They discuss his journey playing professionally in Cuba, his experience representing his national team, and his return to Forge FC after his loan stint in 2022. Orlendis also opens up about his excitement to rejoin the team and shares some fun insights on which of his teammates can (and cannot) speak Spanish.

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Orlendis first came to Canada in 2019 while playing for the Cuban national team.His standout season’s have been in 2018-2019, wher...

Behind the Beard Season 2 Episode 23! Today, Mackenzie & Coach Bobby recap Forge FC’s recent success, including clinching the regular-season shield. They discuss the team’s performance against Valour, reflect on key player dynamics, Kwasi’s call up to the national team and the upcoming match against Atletico Ottawa. In honour of this weekend’s fan appreciation theme, Mackenzie includes a special supporter-focused segment.

Keytakeaways

Forge FC clinched the regular-season shield with a strong performance against Valour!!The importance of player depth was emphasized, particularly with key absences including Borges & Cisse. The Bekker-Jensen partnership proved v...

Forge FC have clinched their second CPL regular season title! Joined by former Forge player and CPL expert Emery Welshman, Mackenzie & Emery break down the key takeaways from Forge's 1-0 victory over Valour FC, dive into the midfield's recent contributions, and look ahead to the final games of the season. Emery shares insights on maintaining motivation with the playoffs in sight, the depth of Forge's roster, and the potential playoff challenges. With playoff spots on the line, the stage is set for an exciting postseason run.

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