Timbers in the Desert: Julie and John Shockley on Preseason, Supporter Family, and Falling for Portland – Timbers Tally
This week on the Timbers Tally Podcast, I am joined by longtime Timbers supporters Julie and John Shockley.Julie and John share how their first Timbers match in 2012 against the Chicago Fire pulled them into the club, why Providence Park felt different from other soccer environments, and how moving to Portland helped make the Timbers part of their lives.The conversation also dives into a unique piece of Timbers supporter culture: preseason in Tucson with the Desert Corps. Julie and John talk about Arizona tailgates, patch trading, supporter-made tifos, beer swaps, friendly rival fans, and the rare chance to interact closely with players and coaches like Zarek Valentin, Vytas, Jeff Attinella, and Gio Savarese.
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