Sean Hartnett - Sportswriter

Soccer writer tackling the beautiful game. ⚽✍️

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This account is still active and will be used for other future projects but if you'd like to continue reading my work go follow @SouthWardCtr.

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Two months ago, South Ward Central launched.

Since then, we’ve continued building local coverage of your favorite clubs, delivering stories, interviews + content that matters.

Built independently from day 1, there's been real progress. We’re only getting started.

Thank you!

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#RBNY head coach Michael Bradley on 4-1 defeat to MTL: "Physically, we had nothing tonight in terms of energy, in terms of intensity, in terms of the ability to stay connected and step up, move over, sprint back when we needed to. We were in those ways, we were really poor."

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What we learned from Red Bull New York’s 2-2 draw vs Inter Miami:

5 key #RBNY takeaways — including Jorge Ruvalcaba’s breakthrough and Ethan Horvath's clutch saves.

Full story ⬇️

https://t.co/M8N6L6sfed

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Exclusive: From academy prospect to first-team minutes — Tanner Rosborough details his rapid rise at Red Bull New York and what it’s like working under Michael Bradley.

Full interview ⬇️

https://t.co/zOt1rQ1Zpz

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Michael Bradley challenged Red Bull New York to raise their levels at halftime.

“If we ramp up our intensity, our football, our reactions, our counter press, we know we'll win the game.”

#RBNY players responded — and came away victorious on Saturday. ⬇️

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“Competitors and fighters… ready to spill their heart and soul.”

#RBNY head coach Michael Bradley is demanding the most from the Red Bulls as he builds his long-term vision.

Full story ⬇️

https://t.co/71D4BjxphA

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Juan Carlos Amorós and Gotham FC teammates are already seeing something special in #NWSL rookie Jordynn Dudley ⬇️

Amorós on Dudley: "She’s a very complete player." More: ⬇️

https://t.co/bB6P0ywcv7

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“What you really saw in the playoffs was that New York grit and passion that comes out… just a group of girls who really wanted to work for one another.”

Lilly Reale on Gotham FC’s 2025 championship run 🏆

Full exclusive ⬇️

https://t.co/tvdOtg866j

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3⃣ Exclusives. 3⃣ Days. 🗽🏆🏆

3⃣ voices from Gotham FC’s 2025 championship double — all leading to Saturday’s home opener + #NWSL ring ceremony 💍

First up: our exclusive with Lilly Reale is LIVE ⬇️
https://t.co/XYSS9UGqTs

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Big stage, big plans. 🏟️ The Queens Classic is Gotham FC’s next step in expanding its reach across the 5 boroughs.

Carter: "This is an incredible opportunity to be able to showcase what we can do on the pitch, who we are as a club, who we are as people."

https://t.co/fE3F6wr96E

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Exclusive: Jaelin Howell explains how Gotham FC’s culture and belief in each other powered the team to championships — and drives them into 2026.

"You saw that swagger... I think our team actually plays our best when our backs are against the wall."

https://t.co/vq40KbVFCC

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Tierna Davidson knows potential when she sees it. The Gotham FC captain sees something special in teammate Jaedyn Shaw ahead of the 2026 #NWSL season:

"Truly, the sky’s the limit. We’ve only seen a fraction of what she can give us here at Gotham." ⬇️

https://t.co/ZP5tqgj3d3

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Leadership matters. 💯

#RBNY captain Emil Forsberg is helping guide Red Bull New York’s next generation and he still has plenty of magic left in his boots.

"In every aspect, we set the bar very high, and everybody demands everything from everybody." ⬇️

https://t.co/VOFJi6W9q3

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Cade Cowell is exciting Red Bull New York supporters with his moments of creativity and blistering pace.

But the high-potential 22-year-old winger believes that his best for #RBNY is still to come. Read on ⬇️

https://t.co/Z4rLpyq1UG

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Here's #RBNY defender Matthew Dos Santos signing his first MLS contract. ✍️ More to follow shortly at https://t.co/XYSS9UGqTs

(Photo courtesy of Red Bull New York)

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ALL ABOUT ADRI: #RBNY teenager Adri Mehmeti is emerging as one of the club’s most promising young talents. With technical skill, composure and a high ceiling, he’s quickly becoming a player to watch in Major League Soccer. More: ⬇️

https://t.co/TYJi05Iq33

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Lionel Messi has been voted as MLS Player of Matchday 2.

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GOTHAM STAR GETS THE GREEN LIGHT: Tierna Davidson is cleared to return from the #NWSL season-ending injury list as Gotham FC prepares for 2026. The Gotham captain reflects on her ACL recovery and the team’s ambitions. More: ⬇️

https://t.co/cmlkoKmHpn

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Michael Bradley reflected on his first home match as Red Bull New York head coach, praising #RBNY's performance and fan support in Saturday's victory.

Bradley: "The stadium itself, the environment, the atmosphere. It's a unique and special stadium."

https://t.co/eUb2z9Ov80

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GAME STORY: Julian Hall continued his electric start to the 2026 MLS season, scoring as the New York Red Bulls defeated New England 1-0 in Harrison. #RBNY's teenage trio combined again to great effect in Michael Bradley’s first home match in charge. ⬇️

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