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Ryan Smith

Originally from Tennessee, Ryan became an Orlando City season ticket member while living in nearby Melbourne. While looking for team coverage, Ryan found The Mane Land PawedCast and joined The Mane Land in March of 2022 as a staff writer. He played competitive soccer for 16 years, traveling throughout the Southeast at the club and collegiate levels. He later transitioned into coaching and has helped lead his teams to numerous state championship tournaments. He now resides with his wife and dog in Lexington, KY, where he is the director of operations for a world-class, rock-climbing facility. His contributions to the site include Lion Links and match coverage.

Stories By Ryan Smith

Lion Links1 year ago

Lion Links: 10/13/23

Keys for Orlando's postseason hopes, McGuire starts for U-23s, Pride's backs are against the wall, and more.
Orlando City1 year ago

Orlando City vs. New England Revolution: Five Takeaways

Here’s what we learned from Orlando City’s 3-2 win at home against New England.
Lion Links1 year ago

Lion Links: 10/7/23

Orlando City returns home, Oscar Pareja earns recognition, Pride fall on the road, and more.
Orlando City1 year ago

Orlando City vs. Nashville SC: Five Takeaways

Here’s what we learned from Orlando City’s 1-0 win at Nashville SC.
Lion Links1 year ago

Lion Links: 9/30/23

City's home unbeaten run, Lions hunting for home field advantage, Facundo Torres loves scoring goals, and more.
Lion Links1 year ago

Lion Links: 9/23/22

Lions and Herons meet again, Carly Nelson is writing a book, NWSL free agency opens, and more.
Orlando City1 year ago

Orlando City vs. New York City FC: Player Grades and Man of the Match

How did your favorite Lions rate in Orlando City's 2-0 loss against NYCFC?
Lion Links1 year ago

Lion Links: 9/16/23

Orlando City resumes MLS play at home, Lions chasing milestones, OCB clinches a playoff spot, and more.
Lion Links1 year ago

Lion Links: 9/8/23

Orlando City players feature in World Cup qualifiers, Torres enters MVP discussion, OCB draws on road, and more.
Lion Links1 year ago

Lion Links: 9/2/23

Orlando City travels to Cincinnati, Messiah Bright named Player of the Month, Pride battle for playoff position, and more.