Transfers, Tactics & Tacos: Offseason Moves, Preseason Questions

The Quail Call is here. In our preseason kickoff episode, Ryan Townsend, Valor Nash, Rachael, Daniel Tyree and Ryan Hodek break down everything heading into the new campaign. We reflect on last season — what worked, what didn’t, and what still lingers. We dive into the offseason signings and what the new faces mean for the midfield and front line. We preview the upcoming preseason match against the San Jose Earthquakes and what we’re watching for. And because this is The Quail Call, we also tackle the real questions: Does Fresno actually have better tacos than Sacramento? Is there a legitimate connection between Raging Waters and Republic’s Open Cup success? Soccer analysis. Questionable debates. Preseason optimism. The 2026 season starts now.