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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 07/07/2026

Every time I see Lloris, my first thought is “Greg Hurst cooked his ass in the Open Cup”.

Hugo Lloris looking over his shoulder for Greg Hurst (#10 and #17)

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 21/06/2026

All threads lead back to New Mexico United

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 30/04/2026

Who knows if we’ll ever see him in the Black & Yellow again, but I did ask him if he could ever envision a return to New Mexico United. While he doesn’t know yet what the future holds, he did say a return to his boyhood club would be “a dream come true”. Best of luck wherever the future takes you!

Alex Waggoner (#72)with New Mexico United

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 30/04/2026

🧵 1/2 I interviewed forward Alex Waggoner (#72) this morning. He’s the 63rd player that I’ve had the privilege to talk to thus far for the book. The former USL Academy playoff Golden Boot winner is currently playing for collegiate powerhouse University of Portland.

Alex Waggoner with the University of Portland Pilots

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 02/04/2026

There’s nothing like New Mexico United @opencup.ussoccer.com action on a Wednesday night. 💫

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 14/02/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day! 🖤💛 The presale for the United by the Numbers Kit by @oliveandyork.com is open NOW! Link is below, and in the bio. Thank you @flockofmoons.bsky.social and @seekees.co! #UBTN #SomosUnidos #UnitedByTheNumbers oliveandyork.com/products/uni...

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 13/02/2026

The United by the Numbers kit by @oliveandyork.com drops tomorrow! Here’s an explainer of the kit design and an introduction to the sponsors, @flockofmoons.bsky.social and Seekees Consulting, LLC! #UBTN #UnitedByTheNumbers #SomosUnidos

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 13/02/2026

He wore the outlandish #86 with Toronto FC II. As cool as that would be, it seems extremely unlikely to happen here at this point. He looks set to be the fourth player in #14 behind Chris Wehan (2019-2021, 2023) Ilija Ilić (2021-2022) and Carlos Moguel Jr. (2025).

Photo of Joseph Melto Quiah in Tucson at the 2026 Desert Showcase

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 12/02/2026

🚨 ON SALE THIS SATURDAY!🚨 United by the Numbers is a forthcoming book detailing the history of New Mexico United by uniform number. To celebrate the project, we are proud to present the United by the Numbers kit by @oliveandyork.com, brought to you by @seekees.co and @flockofmoons.bsky.social!

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 28/01/2026

Huge thank you to Cody Mizell (#1 and #24) for taking time to answer questions for the forthcoming United by the Numbers book. Cody is the 55th (!!) first team player that I’ve been fortunate enough to interview for this work. I can’t thank Cody and the others enough for their generosity of time.

Photo of New Mexico United goalkeeper Cody Mizell (#1 and #24)

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 23/01/2026

3/3 As we know, Jake LaCava will be in the #17 and Kris Shakes confirmed he will stay with the lucky #13! 🍀

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 23/01/2026

2/3 #56 Raiko Arozarena #10 Greg Hurst* #9 Justin Rennicks #27 Maliek Howell (even though he’s wearing Kipp Keller’s #4 training top in the photo) *Greg Hurst (#17 and #10) will be the 10th player in United history to wear two different numbers! www.unitedbythenumbers.com/all-time-ros...

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 23/01/2026

1/3 🧵UNI NUMBER REVEAL THREAD!🧵 The first presser of the year is complete and all of the mysteries of the uni-(number)verse have been revealed!Amazingly, the club, as of now, does not have a keeper who will be wearing the #1 shirt! Here are uni number confirmations from the players themselves:

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 22/01/2026

In retrospect, I love this photo that revealed Maliek Howell will be #27, but cleverly hides Greg Hurst’s new uni number. 🕵🏻‍♂️

Photo of Greg Hurst in the New Mexico United dressing room

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 21/01/2026

New Mexico United have announced the signing of Jake LaCava and shared a post with him in the #17! This would indicate that Greg Hurst is about to become the 10th member of the Two-Timers Club, a select group of players who have worn two numbers for United. Our bet is on the #9.

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 19/01/2026

New Mexico United have signed goalkeeper Raiko Arozarena, another former LV Lights player joining Dennis Sanchez in New Mexico. Arozarena joins Kris Shakes in the local goalkeepers union. Shakes seems likely to pounce on the available #1 shirt while I’m hoping Raiko wears his signature #56.

Photo of Raiko Arozarena with Las Vegas Lights

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 15/01/2026

3/3 Lastly, it looks like fellow new arrival Maliek Howell will be wearing the #27. He would be the fifth #27 in club history, following Romeo Parkes (2020), Philipp Beigl (2021), Avionne Flanagan (2024) and Tomas Pondeca (2025).

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 15/01/2026

2/3 Preceding Reid-Stephen in the #7 are Ryan Williams (2019-2020), Chelo Martínez (2021) and Neco Brett (2023). If Rivas is, in fact, departing, this is a huge development for the club and for the hometown, fan-favorite. I have a feeling there will be more to say on this very soon. 🥹

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 15/01/2026

🧵 1/3 Looks like some big reveals in the latest set of pics from United’s IG today! First, it looks like Niall Reid-Stephen has chosen the #7. If this is true, then that likely spells the end of the Sergio Rivas era (barring the unlikely scenario where he re-signs and wears a new, third number).

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 14/01/2026

2/2 United tantalizingly posted a pic of Howell in a UNM kit adorned with the #22, leading many (me) to speculate that he could be a potential successor to Kalen Ryden in the #22. Juicy, right? Juicy.

Maliek Howell in a UNM soccer uniform wearing the #22

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 03/01/2026

@newmexicoutd.bsky.social has re-signed Gedion Zelalem (#6). The anchor at the base of United’s midfield, Zelalem got better and better as the season progressed. He’ll look to extend his record for most appearances in all competitions(29) by a #6 for the club. Welcome back, Gedi!

The history of the #6 at New Mexico United

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 20/12/2025

Raddy was the third player to wear the #26 for @newmexicoutd.bsky.social. One day soon(-ish), you can read about all of these players in the book version of United by the Numbers. #UBTN

The lineage of the #26 at New Mexico United.

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 20/12/2025

Thank you to Kosovo Superleague champ Raddy Ovouka for sharing with me the reasons why the #26 is meaningful to him.

Photo of Raddy Ovouka with New Mexico United.

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 20/12/2025

Huge thanks to David Estrada (#19) for sitting down today to interview for the book. That’s player interview #51 completed for this project!

Photo of David Estrada by New Mexico United

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 12/12/2025

Kris Shakes remains the only first team player to have worn the #13 for New Mexico United.

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 12/12/2025

Mukwelle Akale (#11) has signed for Eastern Conference powerhouse Lou City. 😭 His legacy in the very strong #11 line here in New Mexico will not be forgotten. Good luck, Kwelle.

Image depicting every player who has worn the #11 for New Mexico United.

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 02/12/2025

Tonight I had the privilege of conducting my 50th (!!) New Mexico United player interview for the forthcoming United by the Numbers book. Thank you to Abdi Mohamed (#26), a wonderful player and incredible human, for participating in this project. 📸: @newmexicoutd.bsky.social

Photo of Abdi Mohamed (#26) before a game with New Mexico United

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 30/10/2025

Today was Jaylin Lindsey (#24) Day at UBTN HQ. I’m really grateful that I got to chat with him about #24 (a nod to Kobe), and talk about his journey through the rungs of the U.S. Youth National Team, and playing at home for Charlotte FC in MLS before arriving here in New Mexico. Thanks, Jaylin!

Photo of New Mexico United’s training ground in Mesa del Sol, New Mexico.

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 23/10/2025

Some big personal news! I managed to get through the entire Daniel Bruce (#25) press conference without bawling my eyes out! New Substack post dropping later today.

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 17/10/2025

Interview completed today with Luther Archimède (#29). ✅ I’m closing in on 50 player interviews now, which I never would’ve imagined when I started this project. Thanks to everyone who has participated and helped to facilitate these interviews. I’m eternally grateful.

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 15/10/2025

Got a message today from Seattle Sounder & former New Mexico United loanee, Andrew Thomas (#26). Interestingly, he prefers #13 like Kris Shakes. But when he originally signed for Seattle, #13 wasn’t available so he just doubled it to #26, which he also wore here. Love these stories. 📸: Sounders FC

Photo of Andrew Thomas by Seattle Sounders.

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 13/10/2025

I just finished interviewing one of my favorite athletes (and people) that ever played for @newmexicoutd.bsky.social — Austin Yearwood (#3). I can’t wait to transcribe this interview and share it in the book soon. Thanks, Austin! (📸: Albuquerque Journal)

Photo of Austin Yearwood (with Kalen Ryden and Harry Swartz in the background)

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 10/10/2025

Just had the absolutely pleasure of interviewing Devon Sandoval (#9) for the book. 👑

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 08/10/2025

2/2 I’m not looking forward to season’s end, when I have to update the website to reflect the end of his tenure as “2025” rather than the dreamier, more open-ended “present”. Thank you for everything, Kalen, and congrats on your retirement. 🫡

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 02/10/2025

I’m very fortunate to have interviewed Valentin Noël (#21) for the book today. Lovely guy who chose his number to reflect a meaningful date. He also spoke about the importance of playing collegiately so he could continue to pursue his education. There really is a story behind every number.

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 27/09/2025

Interview completed with Carlos Moguel, Jr. (#14) for United by the Numbers ✅

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 14/09/2025

Sergio Rivas (#7 and #11) hit 10,000 career minutes last night. By all accounts, he was pretty close to not even being here this year. I’m really grateful that he and the club were able to come together on a contract so he could hit this milestone in black and yellow.

Sergio Rivas (#7 and #11) hit 10,000 career minutes last night. By all accounts, he was pretty damn close to not even being here this year. I’m really grateful that he and the club were able to come together on a contract so he could hit this milestone in black and yellow.

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 12/09/2025

I’d say a man who inspires punny trivia team names deserves his own holiday 🥤

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 11/09/2025

2/2 Bodie succeeded previous #18s Marlon Vargas, Kyle Colonna, Carl Sainté and Philipp Beigl. The #18 is currently in a four-way tie (!!) for the most issued number (19, 23 and 26 have each been issued five times, as well) #themoreyouknow 💫

The lineage of the #18 with New Mexico United

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 11/09/2025

🧵 1/2 Roster update from yesterday: The club and Bodie Ford (#18) have parted ways. Bodie signed an Academy contract in May and was the fifth player to wear #18. (Thanks, @albolte.bsky.social for the hellsite screen grab)

Image of Bodie Ford (#18 by New Mexico United

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 30/08/2025

Carlos Moguel Jr. becomes the third #14 in club history behind Chris Wehan (2019-2021, 2023) Ilia Ilić (2021-2022). 📸: @newmexicoutd.bsky.social

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 22/08/2025

Luther Archimède is the first #29 in @newmexicoutd.bsky.social history. And we’re kind of psyched that he opted for the “È” on the name-on-back of his kit. Archimède is the 99th(!!) player in first team history. Welcome, Luther! #NewMexicoUnited #SomosUnidos #USL #UBTN

Photo of Luther Archimède holding his #29 kit.

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 22/08/2025

From Gedion Zelalem’s IG today, for context. My brain struggled with the mismatched numbers 🫠

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 17/08/2025

Shout out to The Curse who made an oversized “14/41” thank you card that everyone at the tailgate signed for Beez. The historical accuracy was a thing of beauty. /chef’s kiss

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 13/08/2025

Sadly, @unitedfrontpod.bsky.social has confirmed that Fernando (#9) has been sold to a club in Vietnam, bringing a close to his time with @newmexicoutd.bsky.social. It now seems pretty likely we will see the 100th New Mexico United first team player very shortly after the 100th ever home match.

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 30/07/2025

Today I interviewed Juan Pablo Guzmán (#8) for the book and you’re damn right I asked him about Dodgeball photo day shoot and the Britney Spears ice bath tweet.

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 24/07/2025

Fortunate today to complete interviews with Gedion Zelalem (#6) and Ousman Jabang (#15) for the United by the Numbers book! Thanks, gents. And thanks, Ron Patel, for facilitating. That’s now Jace Sais number of interviews (42!) completed for this project. More coming!

Interviews completed today:
Gedion Zelalem (#6)
Ousman Jabang (#15)

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United by the Numbers @unitedbythenumbers.com · 18/07/2025

Just completed my 40th(!!) player interview for the book. Sometimes I get down on myself because I’m still working on this thing, but this is a reminder that this book will be so much more than just *my* words on a page. Their perspective and their own words adds so much. I can’t wait to share.

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