NSXI Network
This extensive archive includes copies of articles that I wrote for the NSXI Network, a journalism & op-ed site dedicated to Canadian Soccer. These 139 articles span from 2015 – 2020.
Images may not be included with the articles, as they are an import from what I was able to export from the original source.
Sadly, the NSXI Network folded at the beginning of 2022 and no longer exists.
Mar 2020 Elo Ratings Watch: Voyageur’s Cup Division
Ready for the 1st Voyaguer’s Cup update of 2020? Although there isn’t much movement for rankings, we’re already seeing some shifts in the ratings. Check it out here:
Canadian Soccer Team Tracker: Promotion & Relegation in BC
Promotion & relegation are integral to the BC Leagues, and with action wrapping up, we know most of the teams switching divisions. + CanPL 2021 rumours.
Opinion: Fans should back the CPL Players Union
A CPL Player’s Union: it’s good for players, it’s good for the league, and to ensure it’s implemented smoothly, fans should show their support.
Feb 2020 Elo Ratings Watch: Voyageur’s Cup Division (Bonus: Combined Ratings)
With pro soccer teams kicking off this evening, it’s time to release the opening Voyageur’s Cup elo ratings for 2020. As a bonus, check out the annual combined rankings!
Feb 2020 Elo Ratings Watch: Challenge Trophy Division
Click for full-size. The past month has witnessed a variety of matches across 3 leagues, plus two rounds of VMSL's Imperial Cup. Although the opening matches of VISL's Jackson Cup occurred last night, results were not available at time of composing this article....
Canadian Soccer Expansion Tracker: Across 4 Provinces
Lots of action the past 2 weeks, and we’ve Canadian Soccer Expansion updates from 4 provinces: Quebec, Ontario, Manitoba, and BC.
Kempenfelt Crew: League1 Ontario can work in Barrie
The Kempenfelt Crew is looking to get a team from Barrie in League1 Ontario. Ronan Cordelle & Jacob Sanderson tlak about their push to launch a club.
2020/2021 Expansion Tracker: Ontario & Newfoundland?
Expansions rumours continue to buzz. We’ve updates on Ottawa & St. John’s, Newfoundland.
Jan 2020 Elo Ratings Watch: Challenge Trophy Division
An update on the Challenge Trophy elo ratings. Although there were some match cancellations over the holidays, there’s still movement in the ratings.