Pittsburgh Riverhounds

Sounding Off on Soccer Podcast: Riverhounds GK Eric Dick on his Pittsburgh experience, push to playoffs

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John Krysinsky
September 26, 2024

File photo courtesy Ed Thompson

Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC goalkeeper Eric Dick joined PSN’s John Krysinsky in the latest episode of the Sounding Off on Soccer.

With the Riverhounds in the thick of USL Championship playoff race, with five matches remaining, they currently are two points behind the playoff line despite a strong second half season push that has included many strong performances from the veteran keeper, who is second in the Championship with 11 clean sheets.

Among the topics covered in this exclusive interview include:

What its going to take for the Riverhounds to make a successful late season push to get over the playoff line
Navigating the ups and downs of what’s been a roller coaster season to this point.
Playing under Head Coach Bob Lilley and goalkeeper coach Jon Busch — and the goalkeeper’s role and importance of being prepared for tactical adjustements
Eric’s thoughts of his experience in Pittsburgh thus far — where he’s enjoyed taking in the sights, culture, language and is learning something new every day (including what is a Pittsburgh toilet! )
Importance of playing a full 90 minutes, addressing the elephant in the Hounds room (allowing some critical stoppage time goals)
Playing before an ‘electric’ atmosphere at Highmark Stadium
Thoughts on this weekend’s big match vs Birmingham

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John Krysinsky

John Krysinsky has covered soccer and other sports for many years for various publications and media outlets. He is also author of 'Miracle on the Mon' -- a book about the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC, which chronicles the club, particularly the early years of Highmark Stadium with the narrative leading up to and centered around a remarkable match that helped provide a spark for the franchise. John has covered sports for Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, DK Pittsburgh Sports, Pittsburgh Sports Report, has served as color commentator on Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC broadcasts, and worked with OPTA Stats and broadcast teams for US Open Cup and International Champions Cup matches held in the US. Krysinsky also served as the Head Men’s Soccer Coach at his alma mater, Point Park University, where he led the Pioneers to the first-ever winning seasons and playoff berths (1996-98); head coach of North Catholic boys (2007-08), associate head coach of Shady Side Academy boys (2009-2014).