Despite a setback in his first game in charge, Rising coach Juan Guerra said the team has seen a confidence boost since his arrival.
With three players looking to return to Rising's lineup soon, coach Rick Schantz has something of a selection dilemma on his hands.
Phoenix Rising is hoping to pull off some shocks as the Open Cup returns. Equally, the club could find itself on the other end of an upset.
Rising won 5-0 over local side Valley United before drawing 2-2 with fellow USL Championship club Detroit City.
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