Welcome to SixOneFive Soccer, your new home for independent Nashville soccer news!
Whether you’ve been a supporter of Nashville SC since day one, or if you just went to your first match at Geodis Park, you’ve found the premier destination for all your Nashville soccer news. SixOneFive Soccer is here to bring you the most comprehensive, insightful, and up-to-date coverage of Nashville's soccer scene.
Who we are
SixOneFive Soccer was founded by Ben Wright, Valair Shabilla and Chris Ivey in partnership with the Pharmaceutical Soccer podcast as an independent and reader-supported source for all Nashville soccer news.
Ben Wright (Founder & Executive Editor) has covered Nashville SC since the beginning. He founded the Speedway Soccer Podcast in 2018, covering the club since their first year in professional soccer. After branching out to focus on written soccer journalism, Ben covered Nashville SC for Broadway Sports Media for nearly five years, and has covered Major League Soccer for outlets like Backheeled, GiveMeSport, and MLSSoccer.com. He was voted 2024 Sports Writer of the Year in the Nashville Scene readers' poll.
Favorite soccer team: Ipswich Town FC
Valair Shabilla (Founder & Lead Contributor) helped start Pharmaceutical Soccer in 2019 after Nashville's first season as a professional club. The podcast has been a constant in the Nashville soccer scene, and is currently the longest-running Nashville soccer podcast in existence. In 2022, Valair began contributing for Broadway Sports Media, with a special focus on video content. One of the most respected voices in the Nashville soccer community, Valair also founded Kickin' It 615, a charitable organization dedicated to making organized soccer accessible to children from all backgrounds.
Favorite soccer team: Arsenal
Chris Ivey (Founder & Senior Contributor) has covered Nashville SC for Broadway Sports Media since 2021. Known for his in-depth analysis, Chris dives into the intricacies of roster construction and the labyrinth of MLS rules, providing readers with insightful takes on the team's development and performance. Based in Knoxville, Chris is a licensed attorney with a knack for breaking down complex topics—a skill he brings to his soccer coverage.
Favorite soccer team: Coventry City FC
What we cover
- Nashville SC: From match previews and post-match analysis to tactical breakdowns and insider interviews, we'll cover every aspect of Nashville SC’s journey in Major League Soccer and beyond.
- In-depth analysis: Expect thoughtful tactical discussions, data-driven insights, and expert commentary that you won’t find anywhere else.
- Detailed roster-building breakdowns: MLS roster rules are more confusing than any league in the world. We do our best to simplify the details and give you the information you need to know to understand the moves your team is making.
- Conversations with players and coaches: We’ll bring you exclusive interviews with players, coaches, and key figures in the Nashville soccer community.
Why SixOneFive Soccer?
What sets us apart is our commitment to quality and community. We’re not just writing for the casual fan—we’re writing for anyone who wants to dig deeper into the game, the team, and the culture. Whether you’re a diehard supporter or just getting into Nashville soccer, we’ve got you covered with content that’s accessible, insightful, and written by those who know the game best.
In addition, our partnership with Pharmaceutical Soccer gives you early access to the most consistent soccer podcast in the market, combining humor and banter with veteran experience and insightful commentary.
While our overview content will be available at no cost, our monthly memberships come with access to all our analysis, features and interviews. Additionally, you'll get access to our exclusive Discord server, where you'll be able to chat with our staff and get plugged into the Nashville soccer community.
We're glad you're here, and can't wait for you to follow along with us as the beautiful game continues to grow and develop in Music City.
