Emergency Pod: Darren Sawatzky Departs, What's Next for Richmond?

The Richmond Kickers were rocked by major news as the club announced that Head Coach Darren Sawatzky has been released from his contract following a buyout from Sporting Casade. In this emergency episode, we react to the announcement and discuss what may have led to one of the most significant coaching changes in recent club history. We examine Sawatzky's tenure in Richmond, the timing of the move, and the challenges facing Interim Head Coach Brian Ownby as he takes charge of a team looking to regain its footing. We also discuss what this means for the players, the front office, and the future direction of the club as the season enters a critical stretch. RiverCity93 launched in 2019 covering all things Richmond Kickers from USL League One. Both of whom are members of the Richmond Kickers' supporters group the River City Red Army. The podcast focuses on game analysis, interviews with players and front office personnel, club history, and much more! Follow the show on Twitter at @rivercity93 or on Instagram @rivercity93. And make sure to subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast service using the links in the audio player above. Afterward, make sure to check out our newest podcast "Can I Kick it". A brand new podcast built on telling the stories of Black athletes, coaches, and owners. Each episode breaks down the career path of each person and focuses on their impact. If you are interested in supporting further episodes of "Can I kick it" you can do so