Episode
Fort Worth’s Soccer Ball Gambit
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- Jun 21, 2026
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- 117
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Summary
Rex Benson turned his Fort Worth bar into a World Cup magnet with a giant inflatable soccer ball, hoping to snag some of the global tournament’s buzz—and maybe a few more customers. While Dallas and Arlington hog the spotlight, Rex worries his spot’s getting overlooked, especially since TCU wasn’t chosen as a team base camp. Still, he’s seen lively crowds for key games and jokes about his giant ball possibly taking flight. Meanwhile, North Texas braces for a billion-dollar economic boost, with Soccer Post selling out merchandise fast and new mini-pitches popping up in Fort Worth and Arlington to build long-term soccer access—especially in underserved neighborhoods. Despite the uncertainty, Rex’s bold move is paying off, even if it’s not always packed. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/2fa9ca755503d0b1