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Skin in the Game

Pro Soccer Plans for Buffalo with Peter Marlette

Published November 23, 2024 at 4:00 PM EST
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John and Tim welcome Buffalo native Peter Marlette, the current president of Buffalo Pro Soccer to talk about the breadth and depth of the sport he’s brought back to Buffalo after traveling the globe. The group discusses when, where, and why Buffalo is well-positioned for a professional soccer team and a brand-new stadium!

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