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A complete history of New Mexico United by uniform number. Book coming soon! https://linktr.ee/unitedbythenumbers https://ubtn.substack.com https://unitedbythenumbers.com

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · Feb 16

Did you know that we’ve had two players with the last name Williams?

How bout three players with a last name that starts with “Z”?

The all-time alphabetical roster is available now!

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¡SOMOS NÚMEROS! - Alphabetical Roster

A Joris Ahlinvi (#26, 2020) Mukwelle Akale (#11, 2024-present) Ken Akamatsu (#26, 2019) Arturo Astorga (#15, 2023-2024) Micheal Azira (#23, 2021-2022) B Zico Bailey (#19, 2023-present) Ben Beaury (#...

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 2d

Just had the absolutely pleasure of interviewing Devon Sandoval (#9) for the book. 👑

United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 2d

One of the best in the game. Sharing so we can all follow Jeff to where he lands next.

Jeff Rueter @jeffrueter.bsky.social · 2d

Some personal news: today is my final day at The Athletic, ending a 6+ year tenure on its staff.

Immensely fortunate to have covered this sport alongside some of the finest writers and editors in the industry. Will keep you posted as I figure out what’s next for my work!

United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 2d

Have you had time to process it yet? Me, neither. Here’s my Kalen Ryden (#22) retirement post.

(Big thanks to @usltactics.com for supplying some hard-to-find defensive stats for me!)

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Ryden Off Into the Sunset

Hearts shattered in unison across New Mexico on Wednesday morning when Kalen Ryden (#22) announced that he will retire at the end of the 2025 season.

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 4d

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I’m not looking forward to season’s end, when I have to update the website to reflect the end of his tenure as “2025” rather than the dreamier, more open-ended “present”.

Thank you for everything, Kalen, and congrats on your retirement. 🫡

United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 4d

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ICYMI, Kalen Ryden (#22) announced today that he will be retiring at the conclusion of the ‘25 season. I have to admit that all season I’ve been considering the possibility that he might retire, but I was still somehow not fully prepared for the reality of the news when it dropped.

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KRQE News 13 @krqe.com · 7d

NM United clinches playoff berth thanks to win in Phoenix

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico United is moving on to the postseason. Thanks to a 1-0 win against Phoenix on Saturday night, the black and yellow clinched a playoff spot in the first year un…

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 10d

I’m very fortunate to have interviewed Valentin Noël (#21) for the book today. Lovely guy who chose his number to reflect a meaningful date. He also spoke about the importance of playing collegiately so he could continue to pursue his education. There really is a story behind every number.

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 13d

Ken Akasquatsu (I’ll show myself out)

Galactic Ambassadors @galactic-amb.bsky.social · 13d

Lightning Delay Game part 2: Which squad member can squat the most?

Nicholas Murray @njemurray.bsky.social · 13d

Lightning Delay Game: Which player on United's squad has the biggest dead-lift?

United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 14d

Interview completed with Carlos Moguel, Jr. (#14) for United by the Numbers ✅

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Jake ɢʊtɪɛʀ̥ʀ̥ɛʐ @chingonrecords.bsky.social · 19d

A lot of friends in this vid, including the mighty, little group I’m part of @galactic-amb.bsky.social 🛸

Nicholas Murray @njemurray.bsky.social · 19d

Really proud of our video squad for the latest edition of The Experience, which went to @newmexicoutd.bsky.social and met with the incredible array of fans that make up The Lab.

The Curse, Galactic Ambassadors, Black Diamonds, Sektor 114, La Maldición, check it out.
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United Hearts in the Land of Enchantment | The Experience

YouTube video by USL on YouTube

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 19d

THIS IS OUR HOUSE*

*terms conditions are subject to change. exclusions may apply.

Good stuff @galactic-amb.bsky.social 😂

Galactic Ambassadors @galactic-amb.bsky.social · 19d

Confused by this meme? Check out THE EXPERIENCE on the USL Youtube Page tomorrow at 9:00am, probably ET?

photo credit: Chancey Bush, @abqjournal.bsky.social.
meme first created by Penn State University

a photo of Isotopes Park, aka The Lab, with the words:

THIS IS OUR HOUSE:
NO ONE COMES INTO OUR HOUSE AND BEATS US

except for Tulsa Sacramento, Charleston, Phoenix, Memphis, Louisville, El Paso, Miami, Birmingham, San Antonio, Loudoun, Orange County, Reno

United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 21d

Congrats to Danny Vitiello (#21), a famed member of the New Mexico United One-Day Keepers Club.

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John Morrissey @usltactics.com · 23d

NEWSLETTER: What’s standing out as we barrel into Week 29?

🟡 New Mexico’s evolution
🇬🇳 On Hadji Barry
🛡️ Westchester’s press
🦩 Henny Derby lessons
🩵 Fort Lauderdale in transition

Check in!

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The Back Four: New New Mexico?

Featuring New Mexico’s defense, the Henny Derby, and more USL miscellany

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 22d

Fit check for the evening 💅

Nicholas Murray @njemurray.bsky.social · 22d

@montereybayfc.bsky.social vs. @newmexicoutd.bsky.social, 10 p.m. ET (@golazoamerica.bsky.social)
@oaklandroots.bsky.social vs. @fctulsa.bsky.social, 10 p.m. ET (ESPN+)
Phoenix Rising FC vs. @loudoununitedfc.bsky.social, 10 p.m. ET (ESPN+)
#USL-C

Monterey Bay FC vs. New Mexico United Uniform Matchup at Cardinale Stadium on CBS Sports Golazo Network.

Oakland Roots SC vs. FC Tulsa Uniform Matchup at Oakland-Alameda Coliseum on ESPN+

Phoenix Rising FC vs. Loudoun United FC Uniform Matchup at Phoenix Rising Stadium on ESPN+.

United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 26d

I had a friend in California text me saying they saw this goal on SportsCenter.

#Vote4Zico

symphonicresonance.bsky.social @symphonicresonance.bsky.social · 26d

Remember to vote for Zico Bailey's goal for USL Championship Goal of the Week: https://www.uslchampionship.com/news_article/show/1346103

#USLChampionship #mastodonfc #NewMexicoUnited

USL Championship Goal of the Week – Week 28

Which strike earns your vote for Goal of the Week?

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 28d

Sergio Rivas (#7 and #11) hit 10,000 career minutes last night. By all accounts, he was pretty close to not even being here this year. I’m really grateful that he and the club were able to come together on a contract so he could hit this milestone in black and yellow.

Sergio Rivas (#7 and #11) hit 10,000 career minutes last night. By all accounts, he was pretty damn close to not even being here this year. I’m really grateful that he and the club were able to come together on a contract so he could hit this milestone in black and yellow.

United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 29d

Meow Wolf vibes going extremely hard 🧬🪅

Nicholas Murray @njemurray.bsky.social · 29d

Charleston Battery vs. @oaklandroots.bsky.social, 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN+)
@tampabayrowdies.bsky.social vs. @switchbacksfc.bsky.social, 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN+)
@newmexicoutd.bsky.social vs. @fctulsa.bsky.social, 9 p.m. ET (@golazoamerica.bsky.social)

#USL-C

Charleston Battery vs. Oakland Roots SC Uniform Matchup at Patriots Point on ESPN+.

Tampa Bay Rowdies vs. Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC Uniform Matchup at Al Lang Stadium on ESPN+.

New Mexico United vs. FC Tulsa Uniform Matchup at Isotopes Park on CBS Sports Golazo Network.

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Morning Kickaround @mkickaround.bsky.social · 29d

Couldn’t be more 😁 to be in the Duke City

Tonight- Meow Wolf Kit presentation party at the @newmexicoutd.bsky.social store 🥻

Tomorrow- MK is live “Game Day” style ahead of #NMvsTUL 🎥

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MK LIVE FROM NEW MEXICO UNITED'S MEOW WOLF NIGHT

YouTube video by Morning Kickaround

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 29d

I’d say a man who inspires punny trivia team names deserves his own holiday 🥤

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · Sep 11

Fun with numbers!

Galactic Ambassadors @galactic-amb.bsky.social · Sep 11

Our estimates suggest that this goal occurred approximately 63 yards from crossing the goal line.

What a kick!
#SomosUnidos

a satellite image of isotopes park, with an arrow pointing from the approximate location where Zico Bailey kicked the ball and ending at the approximate location where it crossed the goal line. The distance is measured to be 63 yards.

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Douglas Reyes-Ceroñ @dreyesceron.bsky.social · Sep 11

I watched this game on TUDN tonight which is the reminder that they have the Spanish language rights to that league now for select games and it rules watching this way

here's the ame Greg Hurst goal for New Mexico United in Spanish

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Nicholas Murray @njemurray.bsky.social · Sep 11

ICYMI - @davisjason.bsky.social and Rob Kerr are going to @newmexicoutd.bsky.social's @meowwolf.com Night on Saturday for a live edition of @mkickaround.bsky.social.

Get out there and check it out, and show them a good time. #USL-C #SomosUnidos

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We're Doing A College Gameday-Style Show For Lower Division Soccer!

YouTube video by Morning Kickaround

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · Sep 11

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Bodie succeeded previous #18s Marlon Vargas, Kyle Colonna, Carl Sainté and Philipp Beigl.

The #18 is currently in a four-way tie (!!) for the most issued number (19, 23 and 26 have each been issued five times, as well) #themoreyouknow 💫

The lineage of the #18 with New Mexico United

United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · Sep 11

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Roster update from yesterday:

The club and Bodie Ford (#18) have parted ways. Bodie signed an Academy contract in May and was the fifth player to wear #18.

(Thanks, @albolte.bsky.social for the hellsite screen grab)

Image of Bodie Ford (#18 by New Mexico United

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · Sep 10

I’m writing about writing now. 😐

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United by the Numbers Book Update!

I am choosing to subscribe to the notion that deadlines are good.

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