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Doug Zimmerman

@zimpix.bsky.social

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Covering SF Bay Area Soccer on SoccerBayArea.com Also: SFGate photographer/editor, freelance #photojournalist, p/t soccer writer/fanatic. Published Photo Book of soccer fans of the #fifaworldcup, #USMNT

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Doug Zimmerman @zimpix.bsky.social · Nov 26

Please check out this starter pack for the SF Bay Area soccer scene. Incomplete, so please send me any additional suggestions! go.bsky.app/DQqcyRx

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Alexander Abnos @anabnos.com · 2d

Hello! The Guardian is expanding our American soccer coverage. In the US, we're hiring:
• Reporters
• Asst. editor
• Audience editor
• Social video producer
• Sports biz reporter
These are all full-time, permanent, union positions.
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The Guardian announces plans to expand its global soccer coverage ahead of 2026 men’s World Cup in North America

Combination of seven new roles, including six in the US, spanning sports and business coverage, visuals, video and more

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Doug Zimmerman @zimpix.bsky.social · 2d

After conceding a lead once again this season, Oakland Roots head coach Benny Feilhaber entered the post-game press conference looking for answers.
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Oakland Roots look for answers after loss to Hartford Athletic cripples playoff odds - Soccer Bay Area

Oakland Roots head coach Benny Feilhaber entered the post-game press conference looking for answers after a 3-1 loss to Hartford Athletic

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beaujanglez.bsky.social @beaujanglez.bsky.social · 9d

Oakland Roots playoff hopes flicker in El Paso.
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Oakland Roots Playoff Hopes Dim After Lackluster Effort at El Paso - Soccer Bay Area

After strong efforts in their previous three matches, Oakland Roots crashed at El Paso Locomotive SC on Wednesday afternoon.

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Doug Zimmerman @zimpix.bsky.social · 11d

I hope the ex CT Sun players get their championship! ;)

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dangentile007.bsky.social @dangentile007.bsky.social · 18d

Moodymann as translated by ASL interpreter Josh Navarro at Portola

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Kevin V. Nguyen @kevinvnguyen.bsky.social · 19d

San Jose was facing a must-win game at home last night against St. Louis. They responded by conceding three goals in the first-half, leaving Bruce Arena at a loss for words.

“If I knew the answer to that question we’d have 30 wins,” he said.

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Bruce Arena at a loss for words as San Jose's playoffs odds fizzle

The Earthquakes dropped their third straight game on Saturday against St. Louis City, behind yet another poor defensive effort.

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Doug Zimmerman @zimpix.bsky.social · 19d

@sfcityfc.com Oppidan plays a killer set at Portola Festival sporting an SF City top.

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beaujanglez.bsky.social @beaujanglez.bsky.social · 20d

Tulsa's second half equalizer jeopardizes Oakland Roots' playoff hopes

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Oakland Roots Miss Chance to Move Up in Playoff Hunt - Soccer Bay Area

As their playoff hopes wane, Oakland Roots had to settle for a draw against one of the best teams in the USL Championship.

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Doug Zimmerman @zimpix.bsky.social · 29d

After going winless since June 7th, it isn't surprising Bay FC is looking for a new head coach. @bayfc.com #forthebay www.soccerbayarea.com/2025/09/11/a...

Montoya's depature shows Bay FC ready for 'next phase' - Soccer Bay Area

Bay FC's announcement that Montoya will 'step down' as coach is all about finding the leader who can actually take team to the next level.

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Soccer Bay Area @soccerbayarea.bsky.social · Sep 8

The Oakland Coliseum was rocking as Japan and Mexico prepared for the 2026 World Cup with the first international in Oakland in 14 years. www.soccerbayarea.com/2025/09/07/m...

Japan and Mexico serve up a feast as international soccer returns to Oakland Coliseum - Soccer Bay Area

Takefusa Kubo was the star as Japan played Mexico and former coach Javier Aguirre in Oakland.

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beaujanglez.bsky.social @beaujanglez.bsky.social · Sep 8

Oakland Roots can't catch up to Pittsburgh Riverhounds
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Oakland Roots Give Up Early Goal, Can't Catch Pittsburgh River Hounds - Soccer Bay Area

Oakland Roots missed an opportunity to improve their playoff chances in Sunday's loss to the Pittsburgh River Hounds.

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Doug Zimmerman @zimpix.bsky.social · Sep 3

Signal the death knell for the experiece of fans at the FIFA World Cup: www.nytimes.com/athletic/659...

FIFA to use dynamic pricing for World Cup 2026 tickets; prices range from $60 to more than $6,000

Details have begun to emerge about how fans can purchase World Cup tickets – and how much it'll cost

www.nytimes.com

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PBS News @pbsnews.org · Sep 1

Geoff Bennett: You say that poetry is not useful, and that's exactly why we need it. Why?

David Duchovny: "We want to get educated to be able to work, to have a job of some kind, which is great and it's necessary. But we've lost sight of educating a mind on how to think or a soul how to feel."

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beaujanglez.bsky.social @beaujanglez.bsky.social · Aug 31

Oakland Roots Top Monterey Thanks to Former Monterey Star
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Former Monterey Bay Star Powers Oakland Roots to Win - Soccer Bay Area

The playoff chase is on for Oakland Roots as they vie for one of 8 playoff berths in the Western Conference of the USL Championship.

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Soccer Bay Area @soccerbayarea.bsky.social · Aug 24

At the same time Bay FC just set the attendance record for an NWSL game, they also continued their slide down the table .from @kevinvnguyen.bsky.social www.soccerbayarea.com/2025/08/24/b...

Bay FC celebrates successful San Francisco debut amid slide

The game at Oracle Park was a successful event, but Albertin Montoya's side have been in a free fall, dropping to 12th in the NWSL standings.

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beaujanglez.bsky.social @beaujanglez.bsky.social · Aug 24

Late goals put Oakland Roots' playoff hopes in jeopardy.
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Oakland Roots Succumb to Late Rally By Lexington SC - Soccer Bay Area

For 76 minutes, it appeared a quick goal and a gritty defensive effort would be enough for Oakland Roots to earn three points.

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Doug Zimmerman @zimpix.bsky.social · Aug 24

Opinion: Bay FC may be San Francisco's best chance to finally have a first division pro soccer team @bayfc.com #forthebay www.soccerbayarea.com/2025/08/24/b...

Bay FC shows how special pro soccer could be in San Francisco - Soccer Bay Area

Many San Francisco soccer fans yearn for the day a first division pro soccer team claims the City by the Bay as its home.

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Kevin V. Nguyen @kevinvnguyen.bsky.social · Aug 17

Bay FC continue to come up short against the NWSL's best teams. Albertin Montoya and players spoke about it after their loss to the San Diego Wave. Being tactically flexible is great, but eventually, you need to excel at something. @soccerbayarea 👇

www.soccerbayarea.com/2025/08/17/b...

Bay FC get outclassed by resurgent San Diego Wave 2-1

The Wave showed they are miles ahead of their inter-state rivals despite recently transforming their team.

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beaujanglez.bsky.social @beaujanglez.bsky.social · Aug 17

Oakland Roots Offensive Awakens in Sacramento
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Offense Rules in Oakland Roots/ Sacramento Republic Clasico - Soccer Bay Area

Oakland Roots stood toe to toe with their arch rival, Sacramento Republic FC at Heart Health Park on Saturday night, and neither one blinked.

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Marisa Ingemi @mingemi.bsky.social · Aug 18

Valkyries’ offense fizzles as Dream put an end to their 4-game winning streak | @sfchronicle.com

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Valkyries’ offense fizzles as Dream put an end to their 4-game winning streak

The Golden State Valkyries missed 26 of 35 3-pointers and finished with their second-lowest scoring output of the season in a 79-63 loss to the Atlanta Dream on Sunday.

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Doug Zimmerman @zimpix.bsky.social · Aug 5

I was thinking the same thing!!

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Deano Beano @theweeknd2024.bsky.social · Aug 4

Aha love this..... #arsenal #gunners #coyg #trending #spurs #funny #fypシ

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Soccer Bay Area @soccerbayarea.bsky.social · Aug 3

El Farolito’s dream of back-to-back NPSL titles came to an end as Hickory FC of North Carolina took home the hardware thanks to a 3-2 win at Kezar Stadium in San Francisco on Saturday night. #NPSL Report by: @beaujanglez.bsky.social www.soccerbayarea.com/2025/08/03/e...

El Farolito Falls to Hickory FC in NPSL Title Clash - Soccer Bay Area

End to end action in the 2025 NPSL championship match featuring defending champs El Farolito and their undefeated challenger Hickory FC.

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Doug Zimmerman @zimpix.bsky.social · Aug 1

A video message from ROTP founder Amani Hanafi

Doug Zimmerman @zimpix.bsky.social · Aug 1

Saturday, Aug 2, from 4-7 pm in SF, non-profit Reading On The Pitch is holding a fundraiser. ROTP uses the universal language of football/soccer as Sport for Protection. In Egypt, they provide safe spaces for children to play, education, and trauma healing practices—more info on the flyer.

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