An Independent podcast dedicated to the NWSL's Racing Louisville! Hosts Joe Havelda and Cody Ruth are here to take a deep dive into the team, their tactics, and prospects for the future! New podcast every other Thursday. Find us on Twitter @LavenderLvl for updates!
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The first podcast dedicated entirely to the NWSL's Racing Louisville FC and the official podcast of the Lavender Legion supporters group! Hosts Tom Benson, Bekki Morgan, and Kaitlyn Whiteside cover the hottest topics involving the ladies in lavender every other Wednesday. Follow us on Twitter @ButchertownR!
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I came with low expectations and I was disappointed.
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In this episode: we mourn the passing of points we should have had against Angel City, Reign and Bay, Examine the philosophical question about "what is a Racing anyway?", and look at the fortitude needed to take on the Courage. Also: Wild speculation because it's fun!By Lavender Louisville
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Racing didn't have the best week of games, but at least they aren't "shipping container fire" levels of bad! That's the big takeaway from this week's episode, where Tom, Bekki, and Kaitlyn recap the Gotham, Angel City, and Seattle Reign games and discuss whether their outlook on the team is glass half empty or glass half full. Are we being realisti…
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I need a change, a big one. I need Strength. Power.
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In this episode, We look back at a sensational showing against the Dash, some forgettable flailing against Gotham, talk roster moves, and look forward to a West Coast away Swing!By Lavender Louisville
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"This place is my home." A conversation with Savannah DeMelo.
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In this episode, Joe interviews Savannah DeMelo! USWNT WWC Midfielder, Racing's free kick assassin, and everyone's favorite player to foul! And another surprise guest!By Lavender Louisville
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Bev Ball is here and we are HERE FOR IT. We talk about Racing's first regular season win against the Houston Dash since 2021, why Sav DeMelo is such a special player, and Bekki shares some inside info from her recent interviews with Emma Sears and Taylor Flint. You can donate to the Lavender Legion's Prideraiser, benefitting Sweet Evening Breeze, h…
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Oh, dear, I cannot tease you about that. What a shame, for I dearly love to laugh.
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In this episode, we look back at escaping Chicago with three points, muse about our options at forward, and Look through the next three matches against the Dash, Gotham and away at Angel City! #FreeUcheBy Lavender Louisville
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There's a time you gotta grow and show you're growing and that's exactly what Racing Louisville did these past two weeks in their draw against the Kansas City Current and their big win in Chicago. Kaitlyn, Tom, and Bekki discuss everything that went right in these two matches, what we still have some concerns about, and what the future may hold for…
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What kind of person tries to look calm?
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In this episode: We look back at a ghastly performance against the Spirit, snatching the first point out of KC's shiny new stadium, and try to figure out what's going on with our roster, and a look forward to what should be an entertaining match in Chicago!By Lavender Louisville
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With Bekki out sick this week, Tom and Kaitlyn recap Racing's recent string of losses against Orlando and Washington and debate the Law of Holes. Is the team in a hole? Should they stop digging? If they do stop digging, how do they get out? It turns out those questions are harder to answer than you might think, but we give it a try! Support the Sho…
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In this episode! We (try) to recap Gotham and take a hard look at Racing's first loss of the year in Orlando. Then we discuss what's happening in the midfield, and look forward to a tough pair of games against the Spirit and the goal-scoring juggernaut in Kansas City. We wrap up with a quick look about what we know about the upcoming The Women's Cu…
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Yeah, it's alright. We're doing fine after Racing's incredible 5-1 win over the Utah Royals even if it was followed up by a more frustrating 1-1 draw with Gotham. Kaitlyn, Bekki, and Tom have a whole lot to talk about regarding all the good, bad, and ugly we saw in these two big games but, of course, we have a lot of fun doing it. Check it out! Sup…
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Tell me what you love so much about Racing
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In this episode: We look back at San Diego and revel in Racing bringing the Thunder against Bootah! We also get into some transfer rumors, and look ahead to Racing's road trips to Gotham and Orlando!By Lavender Louisville
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"You know what? I'm gonna take this big risk." A conversation with Elexa Bahr.
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In this episode: Joe interviews Elexa Bahr! Colombian WNT standout, NWSL debutante standout, and striker in the family's five-a-side team! (My money's on the Bahrs.) Plus a surprise guest!By Lavender Louisville
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Episode 44: I Would Give Everything I Own (Just to Have a Racing Win)
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Tom is back with Bekki and Kaitlyn to discuss yet another 0-0 draw for Racing against San Diego. Is this a result that feels more like a win, a loss, or just a draw? We talk about that as well as what we'd like to see against Utah, why you should attend Thunder Over Louisville this year (hint: it's not necessarily for the fireworks!), and as always…
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It's hard to be in a position where one wants to hit someone who is already in obvious pain.
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In this episode! Portland... Yeah... Then looking at potential roster moves, and looking forward to San Diego and Bootah! (and possibly Bev's first win?) And a couple of sneaky little rule changes to Wrap up!By Lavender Louisville
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Two more games equal two more draws for Racing Louisville. Houston is more understandable, but Portland? That raises some questions. Tom is on vacation, so Kaitlyn and Bekki are left praising Uchenna Kanu's badass performance and questioning if Racing needs a collective change in mindest. Support the Show.…
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Hope is like the Sun. If you only believe in it when you see it you'll never make it through the night.
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In this episode we recap the WILD draws (never thought I'd say that) against Orlando and Houston, talk shop about the Roster, Look forward to Portland and talk TWO MORE summer Tournaments!By Lavender Louisville
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This week we dive into Racing's first game of the season, a 2-2 draw with the Orlando Pride. Is this the same old Racing or are we looking at an entirely new and improved team? Plus Kaitlyn gives her first Purp-O-Meter reading of the season, Bekki shares a ShePlays fantasy league update, and Tom makes a Gen X dad joke that he's certain will embarra…
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I never look back, darling. It distracts from the Now.
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In this episode: 2024 season predictions! Our FIRST game previews of the season! Ask "What's a Super League?"! Rampant speculation! Baseless hypotheses! Exclamation marks!!!!! (Note: Cody read his notes wrong. Subtract FOUR (4) points from his season point total prediction on top, bottom, and o/u.)By Lavender Louisville
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Episode 41: Ch-ch-ch-changes with Carm Moscato
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Racing fans got their first taste of the new team in the Women's Cup and Tom, Bekki, and Kaitlyn discuss all the good and the no-so-good from the team's big preseason tournament. Plus, new assistant coach Carm Moscato joins us to discuss her new role with the team, what they learned from their trip to Colombia, and more! PS - Bekki apologizes for h…
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I Like Firsts. Good or bad, they're always Memorable.
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WE'RE BACK! In this episode we look at our departed players, get on the Hype train for incoming talent, discuss some interesting offseason ambitions, and try to make sense of these WEIRD rule changes!By Lavender Louisville
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Episode 40: Right Time, Right Place With Arin Wright
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We've had a lot of fun episodes, but this one definitely takes the cake. This week Tom, Bekki, and Kaitlyn chat with Kentucky legend Arin Wright about coming home to play for Racing, how the club has become "what all clubs should aspire to be", and why prejudices against Kentucky need to "just die today." There are also a lot of laughs to be had as…
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Episode 39: Run Smarter, Not Harder
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Tom, Bekki, and Kaitlyn join this week to discuss Racing's offseason acquisitions, tactical changes, Lo Milliet inspired t-shirt slogans, and more. Plus, we've got Kaitlyn's first picks for this season's edition of The Mint Mix! Support the Show.By Butchertown Rundown
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"Honestly, I'll never apologize for that moment." A conversation with Taylor Flint.
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Join us as Joe interviews Racing and USWNT Star Taylor Flint!By Lavender Louisville
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Episode 38: Bring 'Em Out with Ryan Dell & Margot Ricks
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It's a brand new season for BTRD and Racing Louisville and to celebrate, we're kicking it off with not one, but TWO interviews. First up, Margot Ricks from Soccer Holdings is here to tell us all the exciting events planned for Racing's season ticket holders and non-season ticket holders. And then we hassle general manager Ryan Dell for all the dirt…
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Cue up the sad Sarah MacLachlan mixtape because in this extra off-season bonus episode, Tom, Kaitlyn, and Bekki talk about all the players we've lost this off-season and how that might impact the team. But it's not all tears and sadness! We have plenty to be happy about, including new head coach Bev Yanez and what we hope she can bring to the team!…
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I'm just gonna come right out, I have no idea what's going on or what this place is at all.
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In this Episode, we untangle the messiness that is the Expansion draft, look at who we might lose (sad emoji), and lay out why Utah will now forever be known as Eww-tah!By Lavender Louisville
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The Boogeyman can only come out on Halloween, right?
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Happy Halloween! No, trick, a surprise treat for you as we drop this week's pod early! In this episode, we revisit our Preseason Predictions, reminisce on our favorite parts of the season, and take a look at the coaching search and expansion draft!By Lavender Louisville
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Episode 37: This Was Fun, Let's Do It Again
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In the true season two finale, Bekki, Tom, and Kaitlyn get deeper into how this year went for Racing. Can it be called a success when the team finished in 9th...AGAIN? But if it wasn't a success, can we really overlook the progress and call it a failure? We get into the meat of the season this episode, so join us one final time for season two! Supp…
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Episode 36: The First Annual Butchertown Rundown Awards
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Racing Louisville's third season has sadly come to an end. But that doesn't mean we still can't have fun! Kaitlyn, Tom, and Bekki give our selections for the First Annual Butchertown Rundown End of the Season Awards in the first part of our season-ending podcast. Check out part two where we break the season down in more detail in a few days! Suppor…
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When they ask me what I liked best, I'll tell them it was you.
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In this episode, we recap the final two matches of the season, discuss a potential coaching change, and talk about which players may or may not be back next season.By Lavender Louisville
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Racing came back to win a stunner against Orlando and keep their playoff hopes alive. Now Tom, Kaitlyn, and Bekki talk about what went wrong in Chicago, what went right against Orlando, and what Racing will have to do to win in San Diego. Support the Show.By Butchertown Rundown
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The Offside Rule is when the French Mustard has to be between the Teriyaki Sauce and the Sea Salt.
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In this episode, We talk about free agents, look forward to the rest of the year, and talk about THAT. CALL. (You've been warned.)By Lavender Louisville
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Kaitlyn and Bekki begrudgingly remember the loss to Houston that pushed Racing down in the 9th place. On a happier note, however, they discuss the huge list of NWSL free agents that came out this week. Who will Racing potentially lose and who will Racing potentially grab? That's our big discussion this week on the Butchertown Rundown. Support the S…
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Dreaming is Wonderful, but it won't get you closer to what you want.
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In this episode, we recap our journey through the elimination portion of the Challenge Cup, a crucial game against the Dash, a precarious game coming up against the Red Stars, and a game over "Who's Coming Back?"By Lavender Louisville
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In this episode Tom, Bekki, and Kaitlyn discuss the B-side of Racing's dream week album. Included in the deep cuts are Racing's 2-0 loss to the North Carolina Courage in the Challenge Cup final, our thoughts on the Challenge Cup possibly going away forever, and the importance of the team's upcoming regular season match against the Houston Dash. Sup…
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Extra Cut 9: Hang it in the Louvre!
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It has happened! Racing has beaten Portland in the regular season and OL Reign in the Challenge Cup semifinals and they did it all in the span of 5 days! Now they're onto the Challenge Cup final in North Carolina where they may slay another giant in just over a week! The Purp was so big, we had to have an emergency pod about it. But don't worry - t…
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Do you prefer "Fashion Victim" or "Ensembly Challenged"?
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In this episode, we recap a draw in New Jersey, a HUGE win over the Thorns, talk about some mid-season roster moves, and look ahead to the Challenge Cup semifinal and OL Reign in the regular season. (Warning: Joe has some thoughts about the Portland jerseys!)By Lavender Louisville
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Finally, at long last, the whole crew is back together again and there is so much to talk about. Tom, Bekki, and Kaitlyn discuss what's good, bad, and frustrating about Racing's perpetual draws. Is it the team's mentality? Is it the coaching? And, most importantly, is it better to have walked on the moon with a pee boot than to never have walked on…
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In this episode, we recap "Fill The Fam", talk about our Nat'l Team replacement players, Look forward to some crucial Regular Season Games, and heap hate on the worst kits in the league!By Lavender Louisville
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"Nine. Cherries. Pacific. Seven." A conversation with Katie Lund.
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Listen in as Joe interviews the FORTRESS Katie Lund!By Lavender Louisville
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Episode 31: Welcome Back, Welcome Back, Welcome Back
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This week Kaitlyn returns to the podcast and Bekki has the week off. She and Tom discuss Racing's 3-0 Challenge Cup loss to Kansas City, what needs to happen for the team to clinch a playoff spot, her trip to New Zealand, and which players are going to be crucial to Racing's success as they finish out the season. Support the Show.…
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I just want to know who I'm dealing with. I've seen too many versions of you to be sure.
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In this episode, we conclude our coverage on Racing's Challenge Cup group stage campaign, dig into our National Team Replacement Players, and Joe has OPINIONS on our next opponent.By Lavender Louisville
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Kaitlyn may still be in New Zealand, but Bekki and Tom are home and ready to discuss Racing's first entry into the Challenge Cup playoffs and all the World Cup goings on. Can Racing go the distance and win some hardware this season? (Note that this episode was recorded Sunday so it is in places slightly out of date in terms of World Cup scores and …
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Basically, everything that men do in your world, women do in ours.
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In this episode we review the Chicago game, look forward to the challenge cup's EXCITING CONCLUSION (of the group stage), look at our National Team Replacement Players and Racing at the World Cup, and issue a mea culpa.By Lavender Louisville
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This week it's just Tom and Bekki holding down the fort as Kaitlyn flies away to New Zealand for the World Cup. The most recent Kansas City game is discussed, as are potential off-season roster moves, and the state of the team at midseason. Tom also commits to making Butchertown Rundown the most accurate and factual podcast in existence and also pr…
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In this episode, we review our last games into the World Cup break, talk A LOT about our Roster and the Academy under it, and look ahead to the second half of the Season and Challenge cup!By Lavender Louisville
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Episode 28: Snakes and Werewolves and Full Moons, Oh My!
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This week Tom, Bekki, and Kaitlyn recap Racing's loss against the North Carolina Courage and their frustrating draw with OL Reign. We also discuss Coach Kim's future with the club, what we'd like to see in Racing's next game against Kansas City, the snake situation among Racing players, and so much more. Support the Show.…
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No, that's a bear in a bee costume!
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In this episode, we recap the end of our shutout streak, talk World Cup Roster moves, Look forward to the last League games in a while, and turn the Petty to 11!By Lavender Louisville
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"I'm not much help, I'm sorry, but we'll figure it out together." A conversation with Emina Ekic.
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Join us as Joe interviews HOMETOWN HERO Emina Ekic!By Lavender Louisville
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