Up The River - Angela Hucles Mangano - The I45 Showdown - Ep. 7

On this episode of Up The River, we’re joined by Angela Hucles Mangano, President of Soccer for the Houston Dash, to preview the highly anticipated I-45 Showdown between the Dash and Dallas Trinity FC.

Angela brings elite perspective to the rivalry — from building a winning culture in Houston to what this matchup means for soccer in the state of Texas. We dive into roster construction, tactical identity, the growth of the women’s game, and why battles between North Texas and H-Town always hit different.

Plus, we break down key players to watch, storylines that could decide the match, and what fans can expect when these two clubs collide.

It’s pride. It’s proximity. It’s the I-45 Showdown.

Up The River — let’s ride.