Takeaways from Oakland Roots initial 2026 roster

November 24, 2025

Oakland Roots’ initial roster for the 2026 season was announced, marking the official start to the organization’s roster build this offseason. Roots welcomed back 13 total players from last year’s squad. They parted ways with nine total players, including declining contract options for Jürgen Damm, Gagi Margvelashvili, Abdi Mohamed, and Timothy Syrel. Panos Armenakas and … More Takeaways from Oakland Roots initial 2026 roster

Oakland Roots officially hire Ryan Martin as new head coach

November 18, 2025

Oakland Roots announced they have officially hired Ryan Martin as their next head coach on Tuesday. We reported in recent weeks that Roots were interested in the former Loudoun United gaffer, and he was the lead candidate for the job. Martin made sure to thank co-owner Barney Schauble, President Lindsay Barenz, and Vice President of … More Oakland Roots officially hire Ryan Martin as new head coach

More on Oakland Roots parting with Jordan Ferrell, the club’s convoluted structure, looming questions

November 17, 2025

Well, RootsFam, interesting days are ahead. Roots announced they officially parted ways with Jordan Ferrell from the technical director role by mutual consent on November 13, truly putting to actualization the murmurs of change being “afoot” within the confines of the club’s facility at Harbor Bay Parkway. Ferrell’s departure means there will now be a … More More on Oakland Roots parting with Jordan Ferrell, the club’s convoluted structure, looming questions

BREAKING: Oakland Roots part ways with Technical Director Jordan Ferrell

November 13, 2025

Oakland Roots announced on Thursday that they have officially parted ways with technical director Jordan Ferrell by mutual consent. Aside from the move from Benny Feilhaber as head coach, Ferrell’s departure marks the first real sign that big changes are coming to Oakland’s technical staff. There is still no word on the status of director … More BREAKING: Oakland Roots part ways with Technical Director Jordan Ferrell

Sources: Oakland Roots interested in Loudoun United HC Ryan Martin

November 2, 2025

Multiple sources with knowledge of the situation have informed the blog that Oakland Roots is interested in Loudoun’s Ryan Martin for their head coaching job. He is likely the lead candidate for their vacancy. Roots could not provide comments at this time. Martin is out of a contract with United after John Morrissey reported in … More Sources: Oakland Roots interested in Loudoun United HC Ryan Martin

Oakland Roots announce Benny Feilhaber won’t be back as head coach

October 25, 2025

Update: Oakland Roots announced on Monday that Benny Feilhaber will not be back as head coach in 2026. Roots president Lindsay Barenz wrote in a statement that they wish Feilhaber the best in his next chapter. “We are very grateful to Benny, he took over in a difficult spot midseason for our Club and made … More Oakland Roots announce Benny Feilhaber won’t be back as head coach

Peter Wilson solidifies Golden Boot in 3-nil win for Oakland Roots over Lexington SC

October 25, 2025

Oakland Roots concluded its season in a big way, putting together one of its most complete performances of the entire season, defeating Lexington SC 3-nil. With a goal and an assist, Roots striker Peter Wilson finishes with the USL Championship’s Golden Boot and tied Cal Jennings for the league’s most goal contributions. Moreover, Roots played … More Peter Wilson solidifies Golden Boot in 3-nil win for Oakland Roots over Lexington SC

Oakland Roots vs. Lexington S.C. – Match Preview (October 25, 2025)

October 25, 2025

Roots fans, it is game day once again. This long and tortured season draws to a close with the Roots hosting Lexington S.C. at 7:00 p.m. at the iconic Oakland Coliseum on Saturday, October 25. Lexington have everything to play for. Roots have nothing to play for but pride and a chance to get a … More Oakland Roots vs. Lexington S.C. – Match Preview (October 25, 2025)

Peter Wilson takes Golden Boot lead in Oakland Roots’ 3-3 tie with New Mexico United

October 19, 2025

Oakland Roots come away with a point after tying New Mexico United 3-3. This time, it was Roots responding to a deficit to keep the home side from climbing to second place in the USL Championship Western Conference. Within the first five minutes of the match, Oakland had rung the left post twice when Tyler … More Peter Wilson takes Golden Boot lead in Oakland Roots’ 3-3 tie with New Mexico United