United Soccer Coaches Podcast: Recent Episodes
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We have another great show meeting five wonderful people playing different, yet pivotal roles in this game we love – soccer …We kick off the show with a visit from the chair of United Soccer Coaches API Coaches Community – it’s API Heritage Month – so it was good to catch up with Ashu Saxena … After Ashu, Michael Kodama from the United Soccer Coaches continues to introduce us to amazing member of the Faith Based Coaches Community and that includes the head coach of the Wheaton College Women’s Soccer Team Patrick Gilliam who will run a fascinating book club this summer geared around faith … Our 3rd guest is not a coach – but she is an amazing woman who has found a place where she belongs in soccer as a fan, as a media darling working with the stars of the The Shea Butter Podcast and a person who cares about other people even if they don’t look like her – talking about Eboni Christmas – who also has a great name by the way … Finally – we end the show the way we have been ending a lot of the shows meeting a mentor for the new 30Under30 class – this time we meet a man who has done a little bit of everything in our game and also does a little bit at every Philadelphia Eagles home game – Jason Neumann, who by the way several years back won the esteemed Mike Berticelli Award – Jason is great on today’s show and he sets us up to meet another member of the 30U30 class and now a high school soccer coach at Abilene High School Tiffany Van Hoose.
This week on the United Soccer Coaches Podcast, host, Dean Linke, visits with a member of the VAMA Coaches Community, Victor Fuster, the president of Stafford Soccer. Dean then joins a member of the Faith-Based Coaches Community, Cody Bartlow, head men's soccer coach at Central Christian College in Kansas. From there Dean pushes to the youth game with DKSC's Edvaldo Pedro, he goes down memory lane with former US Soccer press officer Jim Froslid and ends up meeting 30U30 member Humza Rehmane.
🎧 New Episode Alert! 🚨 Dive into the latest insights on our United Soccer Coaches Podcast! This week, we're bringing you:
- Sue Ryan shares her veteran wisdom in Segment One 📈
- Rising star Lexi Rudolph from 30U30 lights up Segment Two with her innovative strategies ⭐
- And don't miss Mike Weaver's tactical deep dive in Segment Three 📊
Don’t miss this week’s United Soccer Coaches Podcast with host Dean Linke as he visits with James Harte, who is running an amazing Champions League program for high schools in Florida. Up next we meet 30U30 mentor William 'Shap' Shapiro, and we finish with 30U30 member Devlyn Jeter, assistant women's soccer coach at Chicago State.
Don’t miss this week’s United Soccer Coaches Podcast with host Dean Linke as he visits with three of the men behind the documentary “Voice of the Game” about legendary head coach Manfred Schellscheidt (they are Jim Barlow, Tom McCabe, and Kirk Rudell). Up next the Latino Soccer Community takes over with Mauricio Lozada and Art Hernandez, followed by new Northwestern men’s assistant coach Ronnie Bouemboue and we finish with 30U30 member Eric Klenofsky.
United Soccer Coaches Podcast - March 28 Show Description
In this episode of the United Soccer Coaches Podcast, host Dean Linke brings together a dynamic lineup of guests and discussions that delve deep into various aspects of the soccer world.
First up, we sit down with author TJ Kostecky to explore the concepts outlined in his book "Eyes Up!", delving into the intricacies of leadership and strategy within the beautiful game.
Following that, Dean Linke engages in a captivating conversation with Jessica McDonald, a renowned professional soccer player, as she shares her journey, challenges, and triumphs within the sport.
Later on, the focus shifts to coaching methodologies and the evolving landscape of soccer coaching with Bob Dean, offering insights and perspectives that are invaluable to coaches at all levels.
Finally, we shine a spotlight on Audrey Adkinson, one of the talented individuals recognized in the 30 Under 30 program, celebrating her contributions to the soccer community and highlighting the promising future of soccer leadership.
Tune in to the United Soccer Coaches Podcast for an engaging and insightful discussion that caters to players, coaches, and enthusiasts alike.
🎙️ Tune in to the latest episode of the United Soccer Coaches Podcast with our host Dean Linke! We're thrilled to feature guests like Tim Ryerson discussing the impactful 'Get on the Bus' program at Mclean Youth Soccer ⚽, Staci Wilson sharing insights as the new head coach of a women's team in Florida 🌴, and insightful conversations with Key VAMA community leaders Maj. Erin Issler and Lt Col. Marci Wilson. Plus, don't miss out on the perspectives of 30U30 member Tyler Smaha! Don't miss these inspiring stories and valuable insights!
⚽ Dive into the world of soccer with host Dean Linke on the United Soccer Coaches Podcast! 🎙️ Join us for expert insights, exclusive interviews, and everything you need to fuel your passion for the beautiful game. This week features Savy King a standout soccer player, Jorge Prada the CEO and Founder of Cancha Kings, and Matthew McCarthy a rising star and current 30 under 30 student.
Join host Dean Linke and an expert lineup of guests including Andrew Richardson, Toni Owens, Katie Smith, and Chris Grassie on the United Soccer Coaches Podcast. Delve into the world of soccer with insightful discussions, analysis, and interviews. Whether you're a player, coach, or fan, this podcast is your ultimate destination for everything soccer. Tune in now for your weekly dose of soccer talk!
Dive into the latest episode of the United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps. Host Dean Linke engages in insightful conversations with key figures in the soccer world. First, he talks with Sean Nahas, the head coach of the NC Courage. Next, Dean speaks with Kamran Wimberly, a standout player from Shattuck St. Mary's. Then, he sits down with Chris Fraint, the director of club operations at Richmond Strikers, to discuss the intricacies of the Jefferson Cup. Wrapping up the episode, Dean converses with Dr. Krystine Alvear, assistant coach of Marist Women's Soccer and a member of the Newsit 30 under 30 class, shedding light on coaching and recognition in the soccer community.
Join host Dean Linke on the United Soccer Coaches Podcast as he delves into the captivating stories and experiences of some of the most influential figures in the world of soccer. From renowned coaches to celebrated players, each episode offers an intimate look into the lives and careers of these individuals who have left an indelible mark on the sport.
In this episode, we spotlight Lisa Cole, Tom Mulroy, Ashley Van Vechten, & Mark Jacobson, whose passion and dedication have shaped the landscape of soccer globally. Through engaging conversations and insightful anecdotes, we explore their triumphs, challenges, and invaluable lessons learned along the way.
Tune in as we celebrate the essence of the beautiful game and uncover the inspiring journeys of these remarkable personalities on the United Soccer Coaches Podcast.
Join host Dean Linke on the United Soccer Coaches Podcast as he sits down with soccer legends Alexi Lalas, Brad Friedel, and tech entrepreneur Andre Swanston. Together, they dive into the heart of the beautiful game, discussing everything from the latest in tactics and player development to the intersection of soccer and technology. Get ready for insightful conversations, expert analysis, and plenty of passionate debate on the world's most beloved sport.
Welcome to the United Soccer Coaches Podcast! Join host Dean Linke as he converses with Sarah Dwyer-Shick as she spotlights the impactful work of The Sports Bra Project. Get ready for laughs and insights with Shea Butter FC hosts Skye and Sylvs, tactical wisdom in the Training Ground with Tree, and a deep dive into the USL with Liam O'Connell. It's your go-to for diverse soccer stories and perspectives.
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Tune in to the newest episode of the United Soccer Coaches Podcast, Pres, by LeagueApps, where our host, Dean Linke, delves into the multifaceted world of soccer with a trio of distinguished guests, featuring Ju'Riese Colón, CEO of the U.S. Center for SafeSport, renowned for her strategic vision and leadership in child safety; Dr. Chris Busey, an industry leader in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as the VP of DEI & Community Impact at United Soccer League; and Dr. Ash Allanson, a former professional soccer player and Assistant Professor of Instruction in Sports Coaching Education at Ohio University, with a rich background in soccer coaching and education.
Dive into the newest United Soccer Coaches Podcast episode, brought to you by LeagueApps. Host Dean Linke leads engaging conversations with Lincoln & Sheldon Phillips, Amanda Vandervort, and the College of Saint Rose coaching team. Tune in for a deep dive into the world of soccer!
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In this week's episode of the United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, join host Dean Linke as he begins the show with Dave Carr, President of United Soccer Coaches. The episode continues with incoming President Rusty Oglesby.
Next, we welcome Rob Herringer, who offers a sneak peek into his opening field session at the Convention starting today in Anaheim, Calif.
Mario Wimberly then joins the conversation, who the Black Soccer Coaches Community will recognize at this Saturday Night Legends Social!
The episode ends with a great conversation with the founders of Soccer.com, Mike & Brendan Moylan, who have been delivering top-notch equipment to soccer players and coaches for 40 years!
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In this week's episode of the United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Dean Linke starts the show with Nicole Hercules, a current member of the Board of Directors and CEO of the Rochester City Soccer League. The episode then welcomes Celia Slater of True North Sports. Celia sheds light on the Coach Credentialing Program and critical information on the Assistant Coach Diploma and other educational opportunities in 2024.
Following this, Lynn Berling-Manuel, the former CEO of United Soccer Coaches, provides insightful commentary on the 2023 Compensation Survey and elaborates on the upcoming convention session dedicated to this new data. The episode culminates with Dean engaging in insightful discussions with each of the five Board of Directors candidates, presented in random order, highlighting the ongoing voting process that concludes on January 12th at 11:59 PM PST.
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In this week's episode of The United Soccer Coaches Podcast, we dive deep into the world of soccer with a panel of distinguished guests. Geoff VanDeusen, CEO of United Soccer Coaches, brings his leadership and vision to kick off the association.
Joining him is Scott Waddell, Assistant Coach of the NYU Women's Soccer team. With four seasons at NYU, Scott has played a pivotal role in the team's success, focusing on in-game coaching, scouting, and working with the Violets' attackers. Under his guidance, the team enjoyed multiple winning seasons and notable victories, including a significant win against Case Western Reserve University in 2019 and a trip to the NCAA Division III Tournament in 2018.
We are also excited to have Lauren Pien, Assistant Women's Soccer Coach at the University of Rochester and a University of Rochester alumna. Lauren's coaching journey has spanned both coasts and includes a successful tenure at Bates College.
Completing our panel is Johnny Orozco, President of the Ohio Scholastic Soccer Coaches Association and a recipient of the Letter of Commendation Award for his outstanding contribution to soccer in the United States.
Take advantage of this opportunity to gain valuable insights from these soccer luminaries. And remember to register for the 2024 United Soccer Coaches Convention in Anaheim, CA, from January 10-14.
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In this episode of The United Soccer Coaches Podcast, host Dean Linke sits down with a dynamic panel of soccer experts and enthusiasts to discuss the evolving landscape of soccer, both on and off the field. Our guests include Simon Keith, Billy Hartman, Jeremy Parkins, Chris Handy, and Nate Lie.
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Tune in for this week's exhilarating episode of our podcast, hosted by Dean Linke, featuring a star-studded lineup. We begin with an engaging conversation with Dante Washington, former soccer pro and U.S. National Team Olympian, who now serves as the Columbus Crew Director of Team Strategic Partnerships & Business Development. We'll dive into the Crew's remarkable MLS CUP victory and Dante's unique perspectives from his career.
Next, we spotlight the recent triumph of Mike Noonan, celebrating his incredible achievement in leading his team to the 2023 NCAA Men's National Championship this past weekend. Adding to the excitement, we delve into the extraordinary success of Brian Pensky and his undefeated Florida State team (22-0-1), who defended their impeccable record to clinch their fourth national championship in program history over Stanford.
Joining this impressive lineup is Kate Ward, the inspiring captain of the U.S. Deaf Women's National Team and women's assistant coach at High Point University, offering a unique and motivational perspective.
Our guest list rounds out with John DeWitt, an experienced coach and a leader in sports science and data analytics, offering fresh and innovative insights into soccer training and performance.
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Dean Linke chats with Lelse Gallimore, the current GM of the OL Reign and past president of United Soccer Coaches. Then, we welcome Mike Cullina, CEO of US Club Soccer, Phillip Gyau of Howard University, and Carlos Acebey, Executive Director of the Vision Soccer Academy. Dean interviews Blake Decker, CEO of Cincinnati United Soccer Club, to close the show out!
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On this week's episode of the United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeaguesApps, Host Dean Linke opens the show with Briana Scurry, legendary former U.S. Goalkeeper, two-time Olympic Gold Medalist, and World Cup Champion. Following Briana, Dean chats with Rudy Zimmerman, a member since 1983 and one of this year's 2023 Long-Term Service Award recipients. To wrap things up, Dean spoke with Adam Hayes, executive board member at Colorado Soccer Association and diploma manager at the 2024 United Soccer Coaches Convention in Anaheim, California, January 10-14. Register for the 2024 United Soccer Coaches Convention in Anaheim, California, on January 10-14. Price increase on December 13!
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On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps and hosted by Dean Linke, we welcome United Soccer Coaches Hall of Fame Class of 2024 Inductee April Heinrichs and Bay Football Club Co-founder Danielle Slaton.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke opens the show with United Soccer Coaches Hall of Fame Class of 2024 Inductee Jill Ellis! Following Jill, Dean chats with Foundation Committee Member Mike Curry ahead of Giving Tuesday on November 28th. Next up, For the Good of the Game Fund recipients Kali McCarthy and Russell Werkman join the show. On the second half of this week's show, we hear from 2024 Convention presenter Sarah Lowdon, Soccer Assist Placement Manager Sam Walton, and True North Sports Team Specialist Theresa Beeckman.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke opens the show with Luke Tickner, United Soccer Coaches Veterans, Active Military, and Affiliates (VAMA) Coaches Community Director of Media and Communication, to talk about the group's Mindful Messaging Campaign ahead of Veterans Day. Next up, NC Fusion CEO Scott Wollaston and Chief Experience Officer Sarah Bridges join the podcast to give a sneak peek of their 2024 United Soccer Coaches Convention sessions. In the second half of this week's show, Dean invites to the show United Soccer Coaches Hall of Fame Class of 2024 inductee Dr. Joe Machnik and closes the show with Tennessee Women's Soccer Associate Head Coach John Morgan.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke opens the show with 2023 Honor Award recipient Louise Waxler and Hall of Fame Class of 2024 Inductee Lincoln Phillips. Up next, Dean talks to United Soccer Coaches Foundation Fundraising Sub-Committee Chair Al Albert. To button up this week's show, we welcome University of Iowa women's soccer head coach David DiIanni and CIF Los Angeles City Section Commissioner Victoria Lagos.
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Host Dean Linke connects with the BIG LIFE podcast hosts Sam Cary, Iowa defender, and Jordyn Wickes, Michigan State forward, ahead of their BIG TEN showdown on October 29th.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, we dedicate the show to the facilitators and alumni of the very first cohort of the Coach Credentialing Program! Host Dean Linke welcomes to the show Celia Slater, Dr. Lauren McHenry, and Theresa "Tree" Beeckman for a panel discussion to open the show. Following the panel, Dean welcomes:
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Jen Klein, Head Women's Soccer Coach at the University of Michigan
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Jorden Scott, Head Men's Soccer Coach at Manhattan College
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Katie Hultin, Head Women's Soccer Coach at Grand Valley State University
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Aston Rhoden, Head Women's Soccer Coach at Middle Tennessee State
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Sean Driscoll, Head Women's Soccer Coach at Princeton University
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On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Dean Linke opens the show with LGBTQ+ & Allies Coaches Community Chair Shalom Kimble ahead of Play With Pride Week. Following Shalom, Dean chats with two college soccer stars: Wisconsin's Emma Jaskaniec and Northwestern's Danika Austin. The podcast then turns its attention to a Hispanic Heritage Month spotlight with Latino Coaches Community Vice Chair Art Hernandez and Hillsboro Rush Director of Coaching Oscar Monteblanco. To finish out this week's show Dean interviews former Tarheel and professional player Kendall Fletcher White.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, host Dean Linke opens the show with Dr. Celine Gounder, widow of the late Grant Wahl (2023 Clay Berling Media Career of Excellence Award recipient). Following Celine, Dean visits with United Soccer Coaches Director of Coaching Education and 2023 Mike Berticelli Excellence in Coaching Education Award recipient. For the second half of the show, Dean welcomes Indiana University men's soccer head coach Todd Yeagley and Utah State University women's soccer head coach Manny Martins.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke opens the show with Penn State midfielder Cori Dyke. Next up, we have our last Hispanic Heritage Month Takeover with Community Athletic Soccer Academy Founding Executive Director Maribelia Avalos and Latino Coaches Community Chair Art Hernandez. To button up this week's episode, Dean chats with North Carolina FC forward Oalex Anderson Jr. and Soccer America Executive Editor Mike Woitalla.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, host Dean Linke opens the show with Gotham FC defender Ellie Jean. Following Jean, we have our third Hispanic Heritage Month takeover with Latino Coaches Community Vice Chair Art Hernandez and Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Mónica Villalobos. To button up this week's show, Dean invites on Certified Mental Performance Consultant Joana Bromley and Tampa Bay Top Ten Founder James Harte.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke opens the show with three Foundation grant and scholarship recipients: High Country SA Executive Director Miriam Hickey, High Country SA Coach Luis Aguilera, and Summit High School Soccer Coaches Jotwan Daniels. Next, we get another Hispanic Heritage Month Takeover with Latino Coaches Vice Chair Art Hernandez and Louisville High School Head Varsity Soccer Coach Ariana Martinez. On the final half of this week's show, Dean chats with True North Sports Team Specialist Theresa Beeckman, University of Michigan men's soccer head coach Chaka Daley, and Michigan Jaguars Football Club MLSNext Head Coach Joe Ahearn.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke opens up the show with University of North Carolina men's soccer head coach Carlos Somoano, followed by North Carolina Courage midfielder Brianna Pinto. Up next, we have the first Hispanic Heritage Month takeover with Latino Coaches Vice Chairs Art Hernandez and Betty Dominguez. To round out this week's show, Dean invites on University of Central Arkansas men's soccer head coach Frank Kohlenstein and Golden Glove Goalkeeping Owner Devala Gorrick.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, host Dean Linke welcomes to the show East Carolina University women's soccer head coach Gary Higgins, Inter Miami Academy Coach Chris Nurse, What Drives Winning Co-founder Becky Burleigh, and Duke men's soccer associate head coach Michael Brady.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke welcomes to the show Syracuse men's soccer head coach Ian McIntyre, University at Albany women's soccer head coach Sade Ayinde, Notre Dame women's soccer head coach Nate Norman, and Positive Performance Training Founder Lindsey Wilson.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, host Dean Linke opens the show with Jamaica Women's National Team head coach Lorne Donaldson. Following Lorne, Dean chats with Duke women's soccer head coach Robbie Church before catching up with UNC Greensboro men's soccer head coach Chris Rich. To button up this week's show, Dean welcomes Adelaide Gay and Tiffany Weimer from Duktig Brand.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, host Dean Linke opens the show with University of North Carolina women's soccer head coach Anson Dorrance and Penn State women's soccer head coach Erica Dambach ahead of their Big Ten matchup Thursday night. Up next, Dean welcomes soccer analyst Jackie Santacaterina Manny, before closing the show with U.S. Armed Forces women's soccer goalkeeper coach Erin Issler and Penn State men's soccer alum Michael Malik Gaines II.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, host Dean Linke opens the show with Fox Soccer Academy Founder Christian Fuchs. Dean then chats with longtime United Soccer Coaches Educator Dr. Bill Steffen before closing the show with San Diego Wave Executive Director of Performance and Development Karla Thompson.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, host Dean Linke opens the show with United Soccer Coaches Foundation Scholarship & Grants Sub-Committee Chair Ralph Polson. Following Ralph, United Soccer Coaches Latino Coaches Vice Chair Art Hernandez interviews Director of HAPIR lab, Assistant Professor at Sam Houston State University Mayrene Hernandez. In the second half of this week's show, Dean chats with US Youth Soccer Senior Manager for Grassroots Dr. Sari Rose, North Oaks Blast Soccer Club Technical Director Joshua Okoampa, and LA FC Data Analyst Darian Ignatius.
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Check out this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps and hosted by Dean Linke! On this week's show, Dean welcomes United Soccer Coaches CEO Geoff VanDeusen, newly appointed United Soccer Coaches Director of Coaching Education Rob Herringer, McLean Youth Soccer Technical Director Clyde Watson, Erin Randall, and 30 Under 30 Program member Alex Fairchild.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, host Dean Linke chats with Experiential Facilitator Molly Grisham, former MLS and USL player Nelson Akwari, Championship Mindset owner Chad Busick, and 30 Under 30 Program member Emilee Tominovich.
Check out this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps! Host Dean Linke opens the show with FOX Sports play-by-play announcer JP Dellacamera. Following JP, Dean chats with Dartmouth head men's soccer coach Bo Oshoniyi and Champlain Valley Union High School head girls soccer coach Stan Williams. Williams has the most state championships of any other girl's program in the country. To button up this week's show, Dean interviews Northwestern University assistant women's soccer coach and 30 Under 30 Program member Morgan Ruhl.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke welcomes to the show Northwestern head men's soccer coach Russell Payne, The Mental Game Academy CEO Larissa Mills, and United Soccer Coaches Immediate Past President Ashlee Fontes.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke opens the show with United Soccer Coaches LGBTQ+ & Allies Coaches Community Chair Kaig Lightner. Following Kaig, Dean chats with Loudoun Soccer Board Member and volunteer coach Garon Taylor-Tyree, True North Sports Team Specialist Theresa "Tree" Beeckman, former professional player and youth soccer coach Tiyi Shipalane, and 30 Under 30 Program member and Davenport University head women's soccer coach Joe White.
On this week’s United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, host Dean Linke opens the show with BackYardFooty Creator and Monterey Bay FC defender and captain Hugh Roberts. Following Hugh, Dean chats with Cal State East Bay head women’s soccer coach Robin Hart, Cars For Non Profits Principal Stuart Holt, and World Cup Champion and Racing Louisville FC forward Jessica McDonald. To button up this week’s show, Dean talks with 30 Under 30 Program member Tyler Gabarra.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke opens the show with Pride Republic President Luke Klipp to celebrate Pride. Following Luke, Dean welcomes United Soccer Coaches Board of Directors member Nicole Hercules to talk about the upcoming Juneteenth holiday. Rounding out this week's episode, Dean chats with Dallas Sidekick (MASL) President and General Manager Jesse Llama, Belmont Abbey College assistant women's soccer coach Jaime Malilong, and 30 Under 30 Program member DJ McMoil.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, host Dean Link opens the show with The Soccer Tournament (TST) Founder and CEO Jon Mugar. Following Jon, Dean chats with Tobacco Road FC Sporting Director Cedric Burke, who was also present at The Soccer Tournament as an assistant coach for the Duke Sevens team. Up next Dean interviews The Champion Teammate authors John O'Sullivan and Dr. Jerry Lynch. On the seocnd half of this week's show, Dean talks with Davie United Soccer Club head coach and Latino Coaches Communty Vice Chair Betty Dominguez, United Soccer Coaches Director of College Programs Trish Hughes, Quince Orchard high school girls soccer coach Peg Keiller, and University of Findlay head women's soccer coach and 30 Under 30 Program member Michelle Rick.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, we talk CoachCon, presented by soccer.com!
Host Dean Linke chats with United Soccer Coaches Chief Operation Officer Angie Eliason before diving into interviews with EIGHT different CoachCon presenters. Dean interviews former United Soccer Coaches CEO Joe Cummings, Eric Wynalda, former USMNT head coach Steve Sampson, UCLA Softball's first All-American, National Champion, and Hall of Famer Sue Enquist, Oakland Soul Sports Club head coach Jessica Clinton, Female Footballers Founder Kassie Gray, Hudl Senior Solutions Partner John McGuigan, and TPH Chief Operating Officer Francis Anzalone. To button up this week's episode, Dean interviews University of South California's new assistant women's soccer coach Ahmad Brown.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, host Dean Linke welcomes University of Central Florida head women's soccer coach Tiffany Roberts Sahaydak to open the show. Next up, Orlando pride assistant coach Yolanda Thomas joins the show, followed by The Mindful Project's Dr. Rachel Lindvall. To close this week's show, Dean chats with 30 Under 30 Program member and Eastern Kentucky University assistant women's soccer coach Zach Hanson.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, host Dean Linke opens the show with United Soccer Coaches Board of Directors At-Large Representative Eden Brown Gaines. Following Eden, Dean chats with Beyond Pulse Co-founder Michael Sup and Veo US Market Lead Jono Callaghan about Beyond Pulse and Veo's new partnership. Next up, we celebrate API Heritage Month with API Coaches Community members Girish Thakar and Jeremy Tosaya. On the second half of this week's show, Dean talks with USL Super League President Amanda Vandervort, True North Sports Team Specialist Theresa "Tree" Beeckman, and 30 Under 30 Program member Alex Durbin.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches podcast, presented by LeagueApps, host Dean Linke opens the show with an interview featuring Martin Jacobson, better known as Coach Jake! Next up, Dean chats with U.S. Soccer Foundation's Coach-Mentor Training Program Director Katlin Okamoto. On the second half of this week's show, Dean welcomes sport performance specialist, Olympian, and The Pine School head boys soccer coach Staci Wilson, in addition to 30 Under 30 Program member and University of Illinois assistant women's soccer coach Sammy Jo Prudhomme.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke welcomes Carolina Core FC Chief Sporting Officer and US Soccer Hall of Famer Eddie Pope to open the show. Following Eddie, Dean chats with USL Senior Vice President of Youth and Pre-Professional leagues Joel Nash, API Coaches Community Chair Ashu Saxena, Charlotte High School head boys soccer coach Greg Winkler, and Smith College graduate assistant soccer coach and 30 Under 30 Program member Emanuely Costa.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, host Dean Linke opens the show with longtime Coach Educator and Binghamton head men's soccer coach Paul Marco. Following Paul, Dean chats with Philadelphia Union II Marlon LeBlanc, The Training Ground Content Creator and Leadership Coach Donna Fishter, and Iowa defender Sam Cary. To button up this week's show, Dean visits with 30 Under 30 Program member and Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club Regional Manager Jess Stauffer.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, host Dean Linke opens the show with longtime Coach Educator and Penn State's all-time winningest soccer coach Barry Gorman. Following Barry, we hear from one of the original members of the Black Soccer Coaches Committee (now the Black Soccer Coaches Community) Guy Cornish. Next up, Dean chats with the hosts of the Three Old Goalies Podcast: Greg Deutsch, John Boa, and Eric Vaughter. Finishing off this week's show, Dean visits with 30 Under 30 Program member and newly named University of Alabama women's soccer assistant coach Chloe Kane.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, host Dean Linke opens up the show with 2022 Mike Berticelli Award recipient and Steel Sports VP of Steel Experience Felicity Day, Southern Utah head women's soccer coach Kai Edwards, True North Sports Team Specialist Theresa "Tree" Beeckman, and 30 Under 30 Program member and Northern State assistant women's soccer coach Jordan Quinlan.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, host Dean Linke welcomes United Soccer Coaches Interim Director of Coaching Education Schellas Hyndman to kick off the show. Next up, Dean chats with Brown University head women's soccer coach Kia McNeill, followed by Matt Roebuck and Dr. Robert Stern from The Head Impact & Trauma Surveillance Study (HITSS). To round out this week's show, Dean visits with United Soccer Coaches Director of Membership Services Allison Pronske before closing the show with 30 Under 30 Program member Alexa Ream.
On this week's Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, host Dean Linke opens the show with Georgia head women's soccer coach Keidane McAlpine. Following Keidane, Latino Coaches Community Vice Chair Art Hernandez interviews FS Futsal Femenino Founder Laura Viáfara. Next up, Dean chats with Steve Besk and Jonathan Turner from the Michigan Soccer Network, Shelby Frazier from United Soccer Coaches, and 30 Under 30 Program member and Stafford Soccer U11-U14 Director of Player Development Maxwell Watson.
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On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke chats with NWSL Chief Sporting Director Tatjana Haenni, USL Academy Director and Technical Director Liam O'Connell, Hartford Athletic Technical Director Ray Reid, University of Minnesota assistant women's soccer coach and Black Soccer Coaches Community Vice-Chair Maya Hayes, Master Coach Diploma holder Guillermo Medina, and 30 Under 30 Program member Michael von Ende-Becker.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, we open the show with an interview between Latino Coaches Community Vice-Chairs Betty Dominguez and Art Hernandez. Betty is the head coach at Davie United Soccer Club and Art is the owner of Art of Kickin' It. Next up, Podcast Host Dean Linke takes over to chat with Black Coaches Community Vice-Chair Mario Felix, Master Coach Diploma holder and DeSales head women's soccer coach Anna-Kate DePaolo, and Mississippi State women's soccer associate head coach Nick Zimmerman. To button up this week's show, Dean gets to know United Soccer Coaches 30 Under 30 Program member Kendyl Baird.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke opens the show with Black Coaches Community Vice Chair and American university head women's soccer coach Marsha Harper. Following Marsha, Dean chats with Wheaton College head men's soccer coach Steve McCrath. Next up, Dewan Bader, former Wilmington Hammerheads FC midfielder and North Carolina FC coach, shares his story of bringing USL to Wilmington, North Carolina. To button up this week's show, we meet 30 Under 30 Program member Chris Daniel.
Check out this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps! Host Dean Linke opens this week's show with the two Coach Educators that will be flying to New Zealand for the Women's Cup Experience: Nancy Feldman and Hue Menzies. Up next, Dean chats with University of Michigan assistant women's soccer coach Sammy Boateng, U.S. Soccer Chief Communications Officer Neil Buethe, and Sogility CEO Jimmy Carson. To tie up this week's episode, Dean checks in with True North Sports Team Specialist Theresa "Tree" Beeckman and 30 Under 30 Program Member Lauren Azzaro.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke opens the show with the new Black Coaches Community Chair Andrew Richardson. Following Richardson, Dean chats with Positive Coaching Alliance President Jason Sacks, NABEDC Executive Director Kaaren-Lyn Graves, Orchestrating Your Success Founder Cerila Gailliard, and United Soccer Coaches Creative and Brand Manager Rusty Kugler. To close out this week's show, we get an interview with 30 Under 30 Program Member Deanna Hecht. Hecht is currently an assistant women's soccer coach at Illinois College.
Check out this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps! Host Dean Linke opens the show with Head of Community & Impact and President of FundPlay for LeagueApps Benita Fitzgerald Mosley. Following Benita, Dean chats with former Soccer Journal Editor and author Tim Schum. Tying up this week's episode, we hear from United Soccer Coaches Foundation Committee Member Mike Curry and 30 Under 30 Program Member Riley Piechnick. Riley was just named the head coach of the Davidson College women's soccer program on February 9th, 2023.
Check out this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps! Host Dean Linke opens the show with an interview between Lower Merion Soccer Club Development Academy Director Art Hernandez and U-17 UWSNT head coach Natalia Astrain. Next up, Dean chats with United Soccer Coaches Youth Programs Manager Cassidy Weiss following the release of the Recreation Coach Membership. Then, we feature an interview between former United Soccer Coaches 30 Under 30 Program Member Cynthia Cervantes and Olympic and World Cup Champion Brandi Chastain. On the second half of this week's show, Dean talks with MSD of Pike Township District Wellness Coordinator Isang Jacob, What Drives Winning Co-founder Becky Burleigh, and current 30 Under 30 Program Member Noah Rhodes.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke opens the show with an interview from #PHL23 featuring FOX Sports Broadcaster Alexi Lalas. Next up, Dean chats with newly appointed Lancaster Inferno head coach Rob Smith and The Mindful Project Co-founder Dr. Rachel Lindvall. Following Dr. Lindvall, Dean talks with the 2021-22 National Soccer Coaches of the Year selected by the NFHS Coaches Association: Yarmouth head boys coach Michael Hagerty and Moon Township Moon Area head girls coach Bill Pfeifer Jr. To round out this week's episode, we meet 30 Under 30 Member Spencer Sandow.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke opens the show with U.S. Center for SafeSport CEO Ju'Riese Colón. Following Ju'Riese, Dean has conversations with soccer legend and former Howard University head men's soccer coach Lincoln Phillips, True North Sports Team Specialist Tree Beeckman, United Soccer Coaches Board of Directors Coaches Communities Chair Dan Woog, and United Soccer Coaches 30 Under 30 Marti Corby.
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On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke opens the show with LeagueApps President Jeremy Goldberg and US Youth Soccer CEO Skip Gilbert. Next up, Dean talks with Outgoing United Soccer Coaches Black Coaches Community Chair Nicole Hercules. To close out this week's show, we hear from United Soccer Coaches Staff Accountant Eta Arrey and 30 Under 30 Class Member Kevin Tello.
Check out this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast ahead of the 2023 United Soccer Coaches Convention in Philadelphia! This episode, presented by LeagueApps, has host Dean Linke chatting with Outgoing United Soccer Coaches President Ashlee Fontes-Comber, CEO Geoff VanDeusen, Director of Education Programs Dave Simeone, Incoming President Dr. David Carr, and 30 Under 30 Program Class Member Sunny Gelnovatch.
Happy New Year! On the very first 2023 episode of the United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke chats with all three United Soccer Coaches Board of Directors candidates. Dean opens the show with current Board of Directors Member Rusty Oglesby, followed by Sports Bra Project Founder Sarah Dwyer-Shick, Belmont Abbey head women's soccer coach Mike Lynch, and TSM Sports Management Managing Partner Kendall Reyes. To close out the show, Dean chats with The Bauke Group President and Chief Career Strategist Julie Bauke.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke first chats with National Championship Coach Margueritte Aozasa, fresh off UCLA's comeback victory against North Carolina. Next up, Dean visits with Leadership Coach Donna Fishter ahead of her presentations at #PHL23. To finish up this week's show, we hear from two United Soccer Coaches Content Creators, and longtime Convention Presenters: Becky Burleigh and Celia Slater. Becky gives a sneak peek at her four sessions planned using the What Drives Winning philosophy and Celia chats with Dean about what attendees can expect with the Assistant Coach Professional Development Certificate and its corresponding sessions.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps! Host Dean Linke chats with 2023 United Soccer Coaches Hall of Fame Inductee Hank Steinbrecher and 30 Under 30 Josel Mateo.
This United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, is dedicated to the life and legacy of the late sports journalist Grant Wahl.
On this episode, Host Dean Linke talks with Kansas City Current Founder Chris Long, then SiriusXM FC Host Glenn Crooks, as they share stories about Grant. In the second half of this episode, Dean chats with West Morris Mendham High School Head Varsity Boys' Soccer Coach and Qatar Experience Cup Attendee Lindsay Schartner, before closing the show with 30 Under 30 Bruno Ramos.
Check out this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps! Host Dean Linke kicks off this week's show with the NCAA Division III men's soccer national championship coach Julianne Sitch from the University of Chicago.
Following Sitch, Dean chats with Las Vegas PD Officer Luis Videl and retired Police Captain Bob Chinn, who started a free youth soccer club for the Bolden area.
To finish up this week's show, Dean visits with Sports Psychologist Dan Abrahams, United Soccer Coaches Membership Services Manager Sarah Wilbur, and 30 Under 30 2022-23 Class Member Tyler Weiss.
Check out this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps! Host Dean Linke chats with Attorney Thomas Newkirk, Topodium Group Co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer Chris Sharman, Colgate head women's soccer coach Lyndse Hokanson, University of North Carolina-Greensboro head men's soccer coach Chris Rich, and Love United FC Founder and #PHL23 Presenter Matt Spear.
In this special Thanksgiving edition of the United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Links chats with USMNT goalkeeping legend Tony Meola.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke visits with 2022 United Soccer Coaches Hall of Fame Class Member Al Albert, United Soccer Coaches Foundation Marketing & Communications Sub-Committee Chair Mike Curry, and True North Sports Team Specialist Theresa "Tree" Beeckman.
The United Soccer Coaches Foundation's annual Giving Tuesday event will be conducted on Tuesday, November 29th. Click here to learn more.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke chats with University of Alabama women's head soccer coach West Hart and The Bauke Group President and Chief Career Strategist Julie Bauke.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke opens up the show with United Soccer Coaches Hall of Fame Inductee Roy Gordon. Following Roy, Dean chats with 2022 Mike Berticelli Excellence in Coaching Education Award recipient Felicity Day, then Northwestern senior midfielder Rowan Lapi. To close this week's show, Dean welcomes 'The AntiFragile Athlete" innovators Dr. Nick Holton and Dr. Adam Wright.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke opens the show with Rutger's men's head soccer coach Jim McElderry, and Rutger's forward MD Myers.
Dean then chats with Honor Award Recipient Schellas Hyndman, United Soccer Coaches Content Creator and Author Paul McVeigh, and NWSL Analyst and Sports Broadcaster Anna Witte. Dean closes the show with Penn State men's head soccer coach Jeff Cook.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke opens the show with Michigan State women's soccer coach Jeff Hosler. Following Hosler, Dean chats with former United Soccer Coaches CEO and newly appointed Women's Independent Soccer League (WISL) Managing Director Lynn Berling-Manuel about the Club Leader Professional Development Certificate available at the 2023 United Soccer Coaches Convention.
Dean then talks with API Coaches Community Member and youth soccer development professional Sanjeev Parmar. To wrap up this week's show, Dean is joined by Marcus Walfridson with over a decade of experience as a professional coach from the grassroots level to the UEFA Women's Champions league.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke opens the show with Portland Thorns FC and USWNT midfielder Sam Coffey. Dean also chats with What Drives Winning Co-founder Becky Burleigh, St. Louis City FC U17 Academy Coach and Latino Coaches Community Member Luis Swisher, Seven Lakes boys soccer coach and Texas Association of Soccer Coaches Chief Operations Officer James Krueger, and Wisconsin men's soccer head coach Neil Jones.
We've got our biggest United Soccer Coaches Podcast yet! Presented by LeagueApps, this week's show kicks off with host Dean Linke chatting with legendary Canterbury high school boys soccer coach Greg Mauch and United Soccer Coaches Awards Manager Steve Veal. Dean then chats with United Soccer Coaches Director of Coaching Education Vince Ganzberg, Washington Premier League Technical Director Erik Oman, and True North Sports Team Specialist Theresa "Tree" Beeckman.
For this week's Hispanic Heritage Month spotlight, Latino Coaches Community Members Lower Merion Soccer Club DA Director Art Hernandez, Directora Técnica Profesional Karla Maya, and Western Texas Women's Soccer head coach Cynthia Cervantes join the show.
To button up this week's massive episode, Dean chats with University of Iowa defender Sam Cary and Wake Forest women's soccer head coach Tony da Luz.
Check out this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps! Host Dean Linke opens the show with Michigan midfielder Meredith Haakenson, followed by United Soccer Coaches High School Programs Manager Lee Jarrell.
Following Lee, we have our second Hispanic Heritage Month segment featuring Jessica Montiel. To close this week's episode, Dean chats with The Mindful Project Co-Founder Dr. Rachel Lindvall, one of the content creators for United Soccer Coaches' new online learning platform, The Traning Ground.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke kicks off the show with United Soccer Coaches CEO Geoff VanDeusen to talk about the launch of the association's new online learning platform, The Training Ground. Up next, Dean chats with True North Sports CEO Celia Slater and Team Specialist Theresa "Tree" Beeckman. Dean then interviews Madison and Riley Tiernan from Rutgers University.
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we hear from Latino Coaches Community members Art Hernandez and Mario Zuniga-Gil, before closing the show with Coaching Community Relations Manager Michael Kodama.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke opens the show with Foundation Committee Chair Jeff Vennell and Foundation Fundraising Sub-Committee Chair Al Albert to talk about the Foundation Grant and Scholarship Applications closing on Sept. 23rd.
Next up, Dean chats with Virginia women's soccer head coach Steve Swanson and University of North Carolina women's soccer head coach Anson Dorrance. To button up this week's show, we hear from United Soccer Coaches Chief Finance Officer Beth Sullivan.
Check out this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps! University of Redlands men's soccer head coach Ralph Perez kicks off this week's show with Host Dean Linke to chat about the upcoming trip to Qatar for the FIFA Men's World Cup in partnership with Generation adidas International, powered by inspiresport.
Following Ralph, Dean chats with Stanford women's soccer assistant coach Melissa Charloe and Northwestern women's soccer assistant coach, before closing the episode with United Soccer Coaches Member Services Representative Remmi Mays.
Check out this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps! Host Dean Linke opens up the show with new UCLA women's soccer head coach and API Coaches Community Member Margueritte Aozasa. Following Margueritte, Dean chats with University of Michigan men's soccer head coach Chaka Daley, The Mindful Project Co-founder Dr. Rachell Lindvall, and United Soccer Coaches Youth Programs Manager Cassidy Weiss!
Check out this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps! Host Dean Links opens up this week's show with National Soccer Hall of Famer and United Soccer Coaches Honor Award recipient Hank Steinbrecher discussing the good work of the United Soccer Coaches Foundation.
Up next, Dean chats with Ohio State head women's soccer coach Lori Walker-Hock and Texas A&M head women's soccer coach G Guerrieri about the movement to extend the NCAA Division I women's soccer championship season. Lastly, we visit with Langtree Charter Academy High School head coach Martin Conway.
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Check out this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps! Host Dean Linke chats with University of Southern California women's head soccer coach Jane Alukonis and University of North Carolina Greensboro head women's soccer coach Michael Coll ahead of the new season. To wrap up this week's episode, Dean visits with United Soccer Coaches Digital Marketing Specialist Absalom Solorio.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke is joined by United Soccer Coaches Foundation Committee Members Jay Engeln and Ralph Polson to give a breakdown of the Foundation amid Grant and Scholarship applications being open. Next up, Dean revisits the Head Impact & Trauma Surveillance Study (HITSS) at the BU School of Medicine, with Co-Investigator Ann McKee, M.D., and Recruitment Coordinator Matt Roebuck. Dr. McKee shares the story of former MLS player Scott Vermillion, who died in 2020 and was posthumously diagnosed with CTE. To button up this week's episode, we get to know 30 Under 30 2021-22 Class Member Josh Potter.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke opens the show with soccer analyst Danielle Slaton sharing her experience covering the UEFA Women's EURO 2022 and her efforts to bring an NWSL team to the San Francisco Bay area. To round out this episode, Dean chats with United Soccer Coaches Marketing and Communications Manager Bailey Conklin and 30 Under 30 2021-22 Class Member Matt Pitcock.
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On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Dean Linke opens the show with Tavern of the Taegeuk Warriors Founder Roy Ghim. Following Roy, Dean chats with United Soccer Coaches Events Manager Erika Dyer as she recaps the 2022 UK Experience and closes the show with Power of Sport Lab Director Eli Wolff.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke kicks off the show with US Youth Soccer CEO Skip Gilbert, United States Power Soccer Association (USPSA) President Steve Everett, and USYS National League Commissioner Simons Collins. To finish out this week's episode, Dean chats with Stuart and Gary Monk from Soccer Profile.
Listen to this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, and hosted by veteran sports broadcaster Dean Linke!
On this week's show, Dean chats with 2022 Joe Cummings Convention Scholarship Fund Recipient Jenn Ireland, Director of CP Soccer Ashley Hammond, Soccer Analyst and Coach David Blaise, and 30 Under 30 2021-22 Class Member Daniel Szolosi.
Interested in scholarship and grants opportunities offered by the United Soccer Coaches Foundation? Check out their webpage here. Scholarship and grant applications will open in August.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke is joined by U.S. Deaf Women's National Team Captain and United Soccer Coaches Disabilities Allies Coaches Community Chair Kate Ward, in addition to U.S. Deaf Women's National Team Head Coach Amy Griffin and Assistant Coach Joy Fawcett.
A transcript of this podcast can be found here: United Soccer Coaches Podcast Transcription – July 7, 2022 | United Soccer Coaches
Vote for Kate Ward in the ESPY category of Best Athlete with a Disability, Women's Sports here: ESPYS 2022 -- Best Athlete With A Disability, Women's Sports (espn.com)
Content Warning: This content includes graphic references to topics including suicide and death. This podcast may be difficult for some listeners.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, we dedicate the whole show to talking with Steve and Gina Meyer, the parents of the late Katie Meyer. For this conversation, Host Dean Linke is joined by What Drives Winning's Becky Burleigh and Brett Ledbetter, and United Soccer Coaches Director of College Programs Trish Hughes.
To learn more, please visit katiessave.org
Check out this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, pres. by LeagueApps! Host Dean Linke opens up this week's show, celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Title IX with The Center for Research in Intercollegiate Athletics Director Dr. Erianne Weight and former USWNT Captain, Coach, and Technical Director April Heinrichs. Dean then chats with Matthew C. Perry High School Boys Soccer Coach Mark Lange, Futsal America Director Kab Hakim, and 30 Under 30 2021-22 Class Member Caiman Stevens.
Learn more about Futsal America: https://www.futsalamericafc.com/
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, pres. by LeagueApps, we celebrate Juneteenth with an interview between Host Dean Linke and United Soccer Coaches Foundation Committee Member Mike Curry.
To button up this week's show, Dean chats with 30 Under 30 2021-22 Class Member Charlton Muhlauri and Anna Witte interviews Don Williams from Sports Recruiting USA.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, pres. by League Apps, Host Dean Linke dives into the Head Impact & Trauma Surveillance Study (HITSS) at the BU School of Medicine with Recruitment Coordinator Matt Roebuck and Principal Investigator Robert Stern, Ph.D.
To button up this week's show Dean chats with newly announced Little Rock Head Soccer Coach Kelly Farrell and 30 Under 30 2021-22 Class Member Brad Gieske.
Brad Gieske's Website: https://playbeautifulsoccer.net/
Check out this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps!
Host Dean Linke opens up this week's show with United Soccer Coaches LGBTQ+ & Allies Coaches Community Chair Kaig Lightner as we kick off Pride Month 2022.
In the second half of the show, Former United Soccer Coaches Director of Coaching Education Ian Barker steps in to interview Fulham FC Head of Coaching and Author of 'Constraining Football' Ben Bartlett.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, we kick off the episode with Generation adidas International North America Vice President and General Manager Jeremy Parkins giving an in-depth look into the phenomenal UK Experience trip coming up this July. Following Jeremy, we celebrate API Hertiage Month on the Podcast as Host Dean Linke chats with API Coaches Community Chair Ashu Saxena, Binghamton head women's soccer coach Neel Bhattacharjee, Kings Hammer SC Grassroots Director Michelle Okimara, and 30 Under 30 2021-22 Class Member Elias Perez-Zetune.
UK Experience: https://generationadidas.nazaries.cloud/frontend/834
We pay special attention to Skin Cancer Awareness Month on this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps! Host Dean Linke chats with United Soccer Coaches College Programs Director Trish Hughes, Ohio Wesleyan University Head Men's Soccer Coach Jay Martin, and Oglethorpe University Head Women's Soccer Coach Robert King about the importance of sun protection to kick things off, then wraps up this week's episode with 30 Under 30 2021-22 Class Member Aulani Fernandez.
On this week's show, United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke opens the show with UChicago head men's soccer coach Julianne Sitch, the second woman to currently serve as head coach of a men's soccer team within the UAA. Next up, Dean chats with Baker University Athletics Director and head men's soccer coach Nate Houser.
To finish off this week's episode, Dean interviews two 30 Under 30 2021-22 class members, Loyola Marymount assistant women's coach Chelsey Patterson and Hinsdale Central High School head girls soccer coach Tony Madonia.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Anne Witte opens up the show with her interview featuring KC Current head coach Matt Potter and General Manager Camille Levin. Host Dean Linke chats with Regis College head men's soccer coach Renato Capobianco, then finishes this week's episode with two 30 Under 30 2021-22 class members: Warren Backman and Tori Christ.
We cover two phenomenal coaches and their careers in this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps!
Host Dean Linke kicks off the episode with United Soccer Coaches' new Director of Education Programs David Simeone. In the second half of this week's show, Dean chats with Nancy Feldman, fresh off her retirement announcement. In her 27 years as the head women's soccer coach at Boston University, Coach Feldman garnered 13 Conference titles, 14 NCAA tournament appearances, and 148 All-Conference honorees.
TW: This episode includes discussion of suicide and depression.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcasts, presented by League Apps, Host Dean Linke celebrates Saint Peters' amazing NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament run and shifts the focus to their soccer programs, in addition to talking with guests about mental health ahead of World Semicolon Day on April 16th, 2022.
This week's guests include Saint Peters Men's Head Soccer Coach Julian Richens, Saint Peters Women's Head Soccer Coach Julia Bazi, API Coaches Advocacy Group Chair Ashu Saxena, professional soccer coach Chris Malenab, and Albany Alleycats Coaching Coordinator and Staff Coach Chris Le.
Mental Health Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1N_s9jNxIvnRab24TXr5D8nJwUEMyqIx9-P1gryyrjH0/edit?usp=sharing
If you, or anyone you know, experience suicidal thoughts, you can contact the National Suicide Hotline by phone (1-800-273-8255) or text (send HOME to 741741).
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, we talk high school soccer! First up, Host Dean Linke chats with United Soccer Coaches Board of Directors At-Large Representative and Churchill High School Varsity Girls soccer coach Haroot Hakopian about building a successful team climate and culture. Then, courtesy of United Soccer Coaches National Awards Committee Chair John Mayer, Dean chats with Tampa Bay Top Ten and the Champions League Founder Jim Harte and Wiregrass Ranch High School Athletic Director and boys soccer coach David Wilson.
Climate, Culture and Leadership Presentaion: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1izyyo0OOAVnkKx3phQyQBZ2PGKm3VOOrdhpEFeMeGKU/edit#slide=id.p
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, we dive deep into Division I men's soccer's hottest topic, the 21st Century Model! Ahead of the NCAA Division I Council's vote on April 13th, we've dedicated this entire show to the subject.
Guests for this week's episode include Maryland head men's soccer coach Sasho Cirovski, who has been spearheading the 21st Century Model campaign, University of North Carolina men's head soccer coach Carlos Samoano, Soccer Analysts and former USMNT players Alexi Lalas and Taylor Twellman, Intercollegiate Coach Association Coalition Executive Director Rob Kehoe, and United Soccer Coaches Director of College Programs Trish Hughes.
21st Century Model Information: https://www.21stcenturymodel.org/
Check out this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps! Host Dean Linke opens the show with newly appointed United Soccer Coaches Director of Coaching Education Vince Ganzberg, followed by Latino Coaches Advocacy Group Chair Mauricio Lozada. In the second half of the show, Anna Witte chats with Inside the 18 Podcasts hosts Saskia Webber, Michael Magid, and Omar Zeeni, before Dean closes the show with 30 Under 30 and Manhattan Soccer Club coach Haleigh Svede.
We celebrate International Women's Day (#IWD2022) on this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps! Podcast Host Dean Linke chats with Olympian and North Carolina Courage Captain Abby Erceg, The Girls Academy League Director of League Development and Player Programs Alexa Diaz, and Fiji Women's National Team Head Coach Lisa Cole!
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, we flip the script! Longtime Podcast Host Dean Linke gets interviewed by LeagueApps President Jeremy Goldberg, then Anna Witte interviews States Soccer Club Co-founders Matt Besler and Ryan Van Goethen.
States Soccer Club: https://states.soccer/
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, we get the third and final part of the United Soccer Coaches Black Soccer Coaches Advocacy Group takeover featuring Group Chair Nicole Hercules and Chicago Fire FC head coach Ezra Hendrickson. Next up, Host Dean Linke chats with Beyond Pulse's Co-Founders Michael Sup, Mark Wilson, and Marc-André Maillet about their recent multi-year contract extension with the association. To finish off this week's episode, Dean talks to coach and author Liam Shannon.
Beyond Pulse Extenstion: https://t.co/tcjuNZkYQE
Liam Shannon's Website: https://www.liamjshannon.com/
We kick off this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, with part 2 of the United Soccer Coaches Black Soccer Coaches Advocacy Group takeover featuring Group Chair Nicole Hercules and the Crack Podcast Crew: Futbolr Clothing Co-Owner Mabricio Wilson, Secretary General of Excelsior Virton Oguchi Onyewu, and Fort Wayne FC Co-Owner DaMarcus Beasley.
Anna Witte then chats with KC Current Forward Kristen Hamilton and Host Dean Linke visits with United Soccer Coaches 30U30 2021-22 Class Member Breanna Haberl-Kellogg.
The Crack Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-crack-podcast/id1516218154
My Last to Percent Presentation: https://www.fearlessandcapable.com/mylasttwopercent
Members of the United Soccer Coaches Black Soccer Coaches Advocacy Group takeover the United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, to kick off this week's episode! Host Dean Linke makes way for Black Soccer Coaches Advocacy Group Chair Nicole Hercules, Brown University Head Women's Soccer Coach Kia McNeill, Georgia Head Women's Soccer Coach Keidane McAlpine, and TCU Head Women's Soccer Coach Eric Bell. Dean then returns to chat with former Captain of the Iran Women's National Team and Asian and Pacific Islander Soccer Coaches Advocacy Group Member Kat Khosrowyar, before finishing this week's show with 30 Under 30 2021-22 Class Member Collin Cone.
In this special edition of the United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by LeagueApps, Host Dean Linke talks to eight of the best and brightest in the soccer world on National Girls and Women in Sports Day. Dean kicks off the show with United Soccer Coaches President Ashlee Fontes-Comber, followed by Orlando Pride Assistant Coach and Michelle Akers Horse Rescue and Outreach Inc. Founder Michelle Akers, Racing Louisville FC Forward Jessica McDonald, USL Super League President Amanda Vandervort, and ata football Co-founder and Manager Esmeralda Negron. To wrap up this week's show, Dean chats with Sports Broadcaster Aly Trost, Keep the Game Beautiful Podcast Host Anna Tuuri, and Girls Soccer Network Co-founder Jennifer Gruskoff.
Letter from President Ashlee Fontes-Comber: https://unitedsoccercoaches.org/national-girls-and-women-in-sports-day-2022-statement-from-united-soccer-coaches-president-ashlee-fontes-comber/
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, we welcome a new sponsor LeagueApps! Host Dean Linke starts the showing with talking to LeagueApps President Jeremy Goldberg about the company and their new partnership with the association. Next up, Dean chats with USYS National League Commissioner Simon Collins, followed by The Mindful Project Co-Founders Erin McLeod and Dr. Rachel Lindvall. To wrap up this week's show, Dean hears from United Soccer Coaches Digital Media Specialist Brandon Milburn and 30 Under 30 class member and Baldwin-Whitehall high school girls soccer coach Christine Chiodo.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke chats with United Soccer Coaches Incoming President Ashlee Fontes-Comber, United Soccer Coaches Chief Operating Officer Angie Eliason, Soccer Analyst and The Over Under Initiative Founder Kyle Martino, Sports Broadcaster Anna Witte, LGBTQ and Allies Coaches Advocacy Group Chair Dan Woog, Black Coaches Advocacy Group Chair Nicole Hercules, and 30 Under 30 Stokely Davis.
On this week's jam-packed United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke chats with United Soccer Coaches Outgoing President Dr. Missy Price, Return on Inclusion President and Founder Nevin Caple, The PICTOR Group President Sandy Hatfield Clubb, United Soccer Coaches College Programs Officer Trish Hughes, Middlesex University Senior Lecturer & Programme Leader for MSc Sport Performance Analysis Dr. Nimai Parmar, and 30 Under 30 2021-22 Class Member Cynthia Cervantes.
DIIICA Strategic Plan for Collegiate Officiating: https://www.diiica.org/general/2020-21/files/d3ca-state-of-officiating-final-report-appendices-080620.pdf
DIIICA Strategic Analysis of the State of Collegiate Officiating: https://www.diiica.org/general/2020-21/files/SDS_DIIICA_Officiating_Book_5.pdf
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke opens up the episode with United Soccer Coaches CEO Geoff VanDeusen. Next up, Dean chats with all three 2021 United Soccer Coaches Board of Directors candidates: Dr. Patrice Parris, Dr. Doug Williamson, and Greg Winkler. Then we have 2022 Convention presenter and Liberty Soccer Club and Blue Springs Youth Soccer Executive Director Samantha Snow on the show, before closing it out with 2021-22 30 Under 30 Class Member Kathy Prescott.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke opens the show with National Youth Coach of the Year Kim Crabbe, followed by 2022 United Soccer Coaches Convention Presenter and Minot State head women's coach Chris Clements. Next up, Dean chats with NJCAA DI and DII Champion Coaches: Iowa Western head men's soccer coach Mike Brown, Eastern Florida State head women's coach Scott Carswell, and Heartland Community College head women's soccer coach Norman Ramos Franco. To close out this week's show, Dean hears from 30 Under 30 Class Member and Binghamton assistant women's soccer coach Nicole Pacapelli.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke chats with Influence LLC Owner and Lead Facilitator Molly Grisham, Leadership Coach and Team Architect Donna Fishter, and Michigan Fire Juniors and Muskegon Risers head coach Debbie Pekel. Pekel is also a member of the 2021-22 30 Under 30 Class.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke chats with champion coaches from all divisions of senior college! Dean visits with Clemson's Mike Noonan, Florida State's Mark Krikorian, Cal State LA's Chris Chamides, Grand Valley State's Jim Conlon, Connecticut College's Reuben Burk, Christopher Newport's Jamie Gunderson, Keiser's Gavin Oldham, and Tennesee Southern's Will Austin. To finish off this week's show, 30 Under 30 Member and Wingate assistant men's soccer coach Sam Raper joins the podcast.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke visits with U.S. Soccer 1990 World Cup teammates Bruce Murray and Ralph Perez who will be receiving the Walt Chyzowych Lifetime Achievement Award with almost the entire team at the 2022 United Soccer Coaches Convention. Following Bruce and Ralph, Dean talks with former UConn head men's soccer coach Ray Reid as he begins retirement. Closing this week's show, we heard from 30 Under 30 Member and LeTourneau head women's soccer coach Alyssa Taramona.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke opens up the show with a Countdown to Convention featuring "A Celebration of Soccer Officiating" referee summit co-hosts and coordinators: US Soccer and NISOA Hall of Fame member Dr. Jo” Machnik and former FIFA World Cup Referee and Referee Instructor Esse Baharmast. Next up, Dean chats with The Woodlands high school girls head soccer coach Frankie Whitlock and Conroe ISD Athletic Specialist Dina Graves. Closing out the show this week, Dean visits with 30 Under 30 Member and Frostburg women's soccer graduate assistant Ashley St. Aubin.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke speaks with Honor Award recipient Joe Cummings, followed by 30 Under 30 2021-22 Class Member Cameron Carter.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke kicks off the show with Oregon State head men's soccer coach Terry Boss, whose team was just named the No. 1 seed in the 2021 NCAA DI Men’s Soccer Championship tournament. Next up, MCLA head women's soccer coach Deb Raber joins Dean for this week's #UnitedCV22 Countdown to Convention, followed by the host of "The Coaching Academy" on SiriusXM FC Glenn Crooks. To finish off this week's episode, Dean talks with 30 Under 30 member and Bethany head women's soccer coach Alyssa Finelli.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke chats with United Soccer Coaches College Programs Officer Trish Hughes, William Smith head women's soccer coach Aliceann Wilber, and Amherst men's head soccer coach Justin Serpone about the recent letter penned by United Soccer Coaches CEO Lynn Berling-Manuel urging the President of the NCAA to add a day of rest in the Division III championship. Dean then talks to United Soccer Coaches College Programs Coordinator Pat Madden and finishes off this week's episode visiting with 30 Under 30 member Mario Zuniga-Gil.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke opens the show with the Countdown to Convention featuring United Soccer Coaches Chief Executive Officer Lynn Berling-Manuel breaking down the Club Leaders Professional Development Certificate. Next up, Dean visits with United Soccer Coaches Hall of Fame Class of 2022 inductee Michael Pantalione. To close out this episode, we have 30 Under 30 2021-22 Class Member Alex Ng.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke opens the show with the Countdown to Convention featuring True North Sports Chief Executive Director Celia Slater speaking about the Assistant Coach Professional Development Certificate at #UnitedCV22. Next up, Head of US Soccer Disabilities Committee Ashley Hammond and US Soccer Paralympic National Team Head Coach Stuart Sharp join Dean as the final part of the four-part series celebrating the Disabilities Allies Advocacy Group. To close this week's show, Donna Fishter talks about her Wednesday Convention add-on "Advance Your People Skills for a Competitive Advantage."
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke opens up the show with the first 30 Under 30 interview of the new 21-22 class, Maya Hayes. Next up, Mike Curry joins us for this week's Countdown to Convention segment to speak on his #UnitedCV22 sessions. As we continue our Disabilities Allies series, we have Chris Cappella share his and his family's connection to the TopSoccer Program, and to close out this week's podcast, Dean talks NWSL with The Equalizer's Dan Lauletta.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke chats with US Soccer Hall of Fame Member and SiriusXM FC Radio Host Tony Meola, Butler co-head women's soccer coach Tari St. John, and longtime United Soccer Coaches staff coach and Binghamton head men's soccer coach Paul Marco ahead of the 2022 United Soccer Coaches Convention.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke opens the show with The Girls Academy Commissioner Lesle Gallimore for this week's Countdown to Convention and to speak on the recent NWSL developments. Next on, Dean talks with UNC men's soccer assistant coach Grant Porter ahead of their match against Wake Forest. Rounding out this week's show, we have United Soccer Coaches Disabilities Allies Advocacy Group Chair Kate Ward chat about Disabilities Awareness Month and William Smith College head women's coach Aliceann Wilber, who just captured her 600th career win.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke chats with Penn State women's associate head soccer coach Ann Cook, Brescia women's head soccer coach Shaun Soderling, and United Soccer Coaches Director of Coaching Education Ian Barker.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke opens the show with Big 10 Soccer head coaches: University of Michigan head women's soccer coach Jen Klein and Rutgers head women's soccer coach Mike O'Neill. Next on this week's episode, Dean visits with United Soccer Coaches Past President Joe Cummings about Convention scholarships for the third part in the United Soccer Coaches Foundation series. Finishing the show, United Soccer Coaches Associate Director of Coaching Education Vince Ganzberg joins us for the Countdown to Convention.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke chats with guests from all corners of the game. Dean kicks off the podcast with University of Maryland head men's soccer coach Sasho Cirovski, followed by Soccer Parenting Association Founder Skye Eddy. This week's show concludes with a Hispanic Heritage Month kickoff featuring Latino Coaches Advocacy Group members Eloisa Borreguero (head coach at ASC Women San Diego and Albion SC) and Art Hernandez (Development Academy Director at Lower Merion Soccer Club).
Registration is open for the 2022 United Soccer Coaches Convention and we've got a jam-packed podcast for you this week! On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke kicks off the episode chatting with Clemson head men's soccer coach Mike Noonan, Dallas Baptist head women's soccer coach Michelle Lendard. Dean then visits with United Soccer Coaches Director of Operations & Events Geoff VanDeusen to begin the countdown to Convention. To finish up this week's episode, Dean talks with Rockhurst men's soccer coach Tony Tocco and Keeper Wars Ink Founder Casey Clark.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke visits with Haley Carter about Afghanistan, Jeff Vennell and Corey Childs about the Foundation, Dr. Jay Martin on the start of the Division III soccer season, and Northwestern women's soccer coach Michael Moynihan.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke chats with Veo CEO Henrik Teisbæk and US Market Manager Lee Hudson, Illinois women's head soccer coach Janet Rayfield, and UNC Asheville men's head soccer coach Mick Giordiano.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke kicks off the college soccer season talking with University of Washington women's head soccer coach Nicole Van Dyke and Wake Forest men's soccer head coach Bobby Muuss.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke chats with Orlando Pride interim head coach Becky Burleigh about her move from college soccer to the NWSL. Dean then talks with University of St. Thomas men's head soccer coach Jon Lowery ahead of the team's inaugural season of NCAA Division I competition.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke kicks off the show talking to the Chair of the United Soccer Coaches Scholarship Foundation Committee Jay Engeln ahead of applications opening on Friday, Aug. 6. Dean then chats with former USMNT player and current TV analyst Marcelo Balboa. To close out this episode, Dean visits with Washington Spirit goalkeeper Aubrey Bledsoe.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke chats with two longtime United Soccer Coaches Convention attendees and presenters: Leadership Coach & Team Architect Donna Fishter and University of North Carolina Head Women's Soccer Coach Anson Dorrance!
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke kicks off this episode with US Youth Soccer CEO Skip Gilbert as he talks about the current USYS National Championships. Next on this week's show, longtime women's soccer writer, The Equalizer's Dan Lauletta, breaks down the US Women's National Team's 3-0 loss against Sweden in their opening match in the 2021 Olympics. Finishing this episode, Dean and Dan switch gears to talk about the current standings in the NWSL.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke opens the episode with CONCACAF's Head of Women's Football Karina LeBlanc and fellow Canadian Soccer Olympic Medalist and current Inter Miami CF Analyst Kaylyn Kyle. In LeBlanc's second segment, she details her plan to include 41 entities from CONCACAF at the 2022 United Soccer Coaches Convention. Next on the podcast, Dean chats with the new University of Minnesota head women's soccer coach Erin Chastain on her return home as a Gopher alum. To close this week's show, Dean talks with United Soccer Coaches Vice President and women's football innovator Dr. Ashlee Fontes-Comber.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke begins the episode visiting with DePaul women's soccer's newest head coach, Michele O'Brien. Following O'Brien, Linke chats with Northwestern's new men's head soccer coach, Russell Payne. To close this week's podcast, Dean talks with North Carolina Courage head coach and 2017 and 2018 NWSL Coach of the Year Paul Riley.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke chats with United Soccer Coaches President and Wellesley head women's soccer coach Dr. Missy Price to kick off the show. Following Dr. Price, Dean visits with new head coaches: Michigan State women's soccer's Jeff Hosler and Army West Point men's soccer's Brian Plotkin. To finish up this week's show, Dean talks to 30 Under 30 Member Omar Ismail.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, we celebrate Pride Month! Host Dean Linke chats with four members of the LGBTQ & Allies Advocacy Group: Group Chair Dan Woog, Girls Unite Soccer Club Head Coach and Keeper Trainer Shalom Kimble, Portland Comunity FC Founding Executive Director Kaig Lightner, and Jamaica Women's Senior National Team Assistant Coach David Gough.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke chats with Black Coaches Advocacy Group Chair Nicole Hercules about this weekend's Celebration of Black Excellence in Soccer planned for Juneteenth. Following Nicole's interview, Dean talks with LGBTQ & Allies Advocacy Group Chair Dan Woog about the importance of AED devices after the frightening events involving Danish midfielder Christian Eriksen collapsing on the pitch during the team’s Euro 2020 match against Finland. Dan will also speak on the advocacy group's plans for Pride Month. Finishing up this week's podcast, we hear from former captain of the Harvard women’s soccer team, youth coach, and author Susie Petruccelli about her upcoming book "Raised a Warrior: A Memoir of Soccer, Grit and Leveling the Playing Field."
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke chats with USL2 Flint City Bucks CEO and Chairman Dan Duggan. We also hear the third and final part of the interview with e.t.c. Coaching Consultants Director Sarah McQuade, MiMentor Co-Founder James Baker, and United Soccer Coaches Director of Coaching Education Ian Barker about the Mentoring Soccer Coaches diploma.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke chats with NAIA Women's National Staff of the Year Head Coach Mat Dunn from Keiser University. We also hear part 2 of the interview with e.t.c. Coaching Consultants Director Sarah McQuade, MiMentor Co-Founder James Baker, and United Soccer Coaches Director of Coaching Education Ian Barker about the Mentoring Soccer Coaches diploma. Dean wraps up the show with 30 Under 30 Class Member Omar Zeeni.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke chats with United Soccer Coaches Convention favorite, Leadership Coach, and Team Architect Donna Fishter. In addition, e.t.c. Coaching Consultants Director Sarah McQuade and MiMentor Co-Founder James Baker stop by to talk about the Mentoring Soccer Coaches diploma. To end the show, Dean talks with MLS Director and Asphalt Green Soccer Coach Steph Savino.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, we celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. Host Dean Linke chats with coaching educator, author, and leader of the now forming AAPI Soccer Advocacy Group Ashu Saxena, Binghamton head women's soccer coach Neel Bhattacharjee, Hawai'i women's head soccer coach Michele Nagamine, Kings Hammer Soccer Club Grassroots Director Michelle Okumura, and Central Florida head women's soccer coach Tiffany Roberts Sahaydak.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke talks College Cup with Marshall men's head soccer coach Chris Grassie and World Cup Champion Brandi Chastain. Grassie, in his fourth season as head coach of the Herd, is leading Marshall to the College Cup for the first time in program history.
On this week's extra special United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke has an open, informational, and powerful conversation with Portland Comunity FC Founding Executive Director Kaig Lightner. Kaig, a member of the United Soccer Coaches LGBTQ and Allies Advocacy Group and a member of the transgender community, was instrumental in drafting the United Soccer Coaches statement giving support to transgender and non-binary athletes around the country.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke chats with Mount St. Mary's head women's soccer coach Tori Krause, Washington Spirit Adult/Youth Programming Director Ana Mayoral, Washington Spirit Player Analysis & Team Performance Technical Staff Coach Carrie Kveton, and United Soccer Coaches College Programs Officer Trish Hughes. To finish off this week's show, Dean talks with TOPSoccer Director Shawn Danhouser about Autism Acceptance Month.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke chats with the United Soccer Coaches Women Coaches Advocacy Group's #MomsWhoCoach initiative leaders Yolana Thomas and Amanda Evans. In addition to leading this initiative, Thomas is the Tulsa Soccer Club Girls Director of Coaching and ECNL Director and Evans is the Mary Baldwin University women's head soccer coach.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke explores the history of the association's education offerings with United Soccer Coaches Director of Coaching Education Ian Barker, Boston University head women's soccer coach and coaching educator Nancy Feldman, and Grand Canyon University head men's soccer coach and coaching educator Schellas Hyndman. In the second half of the show, Dean chats with Ian, United Soccer Coaches College Programs Officer Patricia Hughes, and Coaching the Whole Athlete Founder Brianna Welch.
On this week's show Faith-Based Coaches Advocacy Group Chair Mike Lynch puts together a phenomenal panel of coaches from all levels to discuss tactical fouls, harsher penalties, and the "Sin Bin." Panelists include North Carolina women's head soccer coach Anson Dorrance, Antigua and Barbuda Women's Football head coach Lisa Cole, Binghampton men's head soccer coach Paul Marco, and Liberty men's head soccer coach Kelly Findley. Dean completes this week's episode with an interview with 30 Under 30 Member Miguel Gutierrez.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke chats with Willamette Head Women's Soccer Coach Hillary Arthur, followed by Virginia Tech Head Men's Soccer Coach Mike Brizendine. To round out the episode, Dean hears from two 30 Under 30 Members, Colorado Rapids North Youth Soccer Club Staff Coach Mauricio Lozada and Coach and Director at SABA NYC Kushal Patel.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke chats with Ohio State University Women's Head Soccer Coach Lori Walker-Hock to kick off the show. Dean then talks with East Tennessee State University Associate Head Coach Josh Scott and rounds out the episode with two 30 Under 30s, Giovanni Monroe and José Rodríguez.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke discusses the Sports Performance Diploma with all four the course instructors: John De Witt, Staci Wilson, Paolo Pacione, and James Wagenschutz. Closing the episode, Dean chats with Sports Nutritionist Nancy Clark.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke begins the episode with the new United Soccer Coaches College Programs Officer Patricia Hughes. Following Hughes, Dean chats with LREI girls varsity head soccer coach Jeremiah Demster about the United Soccer Coaches High School Diploma. Finishing off the podcast, we hear from 30 Under 30 Members Jordan Darling and Quaid Curtin.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, Host Dean Linke opens up the show with United Soccer Coaches Director of Coaching Education Ian Barker and Scottish FA coach David Baird. Dean then chats with Roy Gordon about his new United Soccer Coaches Foundation fund, followed by 30U30 Member and Allegheny women's soccer assistant coach Shelby Spaulding.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, host Dean Linke talks with Liberty University men's head soccer coach Kelly Findley, followed by Cardinal Newman/South Carolina United FC coach Will Eudy. We cover both of their coaching journeys and how youth and high school can work together. In the second half of the podcast, we hear from two 30 Under 30 members, Erin Lutz and Marco DeVito.
SiriusXM FC's Glenn Crooks joins Dean at the top of the Podcast, followed by University of Kentucky head men's soccer coach Johan Cedergren. Finishing off the episode we hear from two 30 Under 30 Members, Fairfield University assistant women's soccer coach Megan Burke and Chelsea Pier Soccer Club Director of Club Development and head coach Brandon Turner.
On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, host Dean Linke sits down for interviews with Soccer America's Editor in Chief Paul Kennedy, United Soccer Coaches Hall of Famer & long-time Colorado College Men's Head Soccer Coach Horst Richardson, National High School Assistant Coach of the Year Brian White, and 30U30 Members Jaquelinne Herrera and Sonia Basma.
We kick off our first show of February 2021 by talking with Dr. Brad Miller and Matt Spear from Soccer Resilience. We chat with The Athletic National Staff Writer Meg Linehan and finish off the show with Soccer Analyst Alexi Lalas.
On this week's show, we chat with Heather O'Reilly about motherhood and the tough decisions to be made with the USWNT. Next Northwestern head men's soccer coach Tim Lenahan joins host Dean Linke to talk about his coaching journey and his last season with the team. Following Tim, we visit with John Johnson, one of the five 2020 Letter of Commendation recipients. We close the show by getting to know 30 Under 30 member Marie Ipock.
On this week's show we reconnect with Hank Steinbrecher after last week's Digital Convention. We chat with Michael Lewis of Front Row Soccer and we get a #UnitedCV21 recap from Geoff VanDeusen. We chat with longtime member of the United Soccer Coaches Foundation committee Al Albert and we close the show meeting 30 Under 30 member Kelsey Yam.
On this week's show we take a closer look at some of the award winners at the 2021 Convention. We chat with Mike Berticelli Excellence in Coaching Education Award winner Neil Hull, Charlotte Moran Youth Long-Term Service Award winner Mike Barr, William Holleman Award for Meritorious Service Award winner Brian Greene and the namesake of the Robert W. Robinson High School Long-Term Service Award, past president Rob Robinson.
On this week's show, Dean Linke chats with Geoff VanDeusen, United Soccer Coaches Director of Operations & Events, about next week's Digital Convention. We hear from Kendall Reyes and Heather Dyche, the two candidates for the association's Board of Directors. He chats with Yeagley Award winner Raymon Gaddis of the Philadelphia Union. We meet 30 Under 30 member and Disabilities Allies Advocacy Chair Kate Ward, and we close out the show visiting with Gianna Belcastro, the host of the Women's Sports Matter Podcast.
We kick off our final show of 2020 by taking a look back at the year in soccer with Mike Woitalla of Soccer America. We chat with UCLA head women's coach Amanda Cromwell about her session at the 2021 Digital Convention. We hear from a couple of award winners who will be honored at #UnitedCV21, Blair Gerlach and Ray Alley. We hear from Nicole Hercules, Black Coaches Advocacy Chair and one of the in-studio hosts for the Digital Convention, and we meet another 30 Under 30 member, Sammy Adjei.
On this week's show, host Dean Linke kicks off the show with longtime Soccer America columnist Paul Gardner. We hear from Michael Palone, son of Hall of Fame inductee Joe Palone. We hear from United Soccer Coaches Board member Dr. David Carr. OL Reign Academy Technical Director Amy Griffin joins the show to talk about her upcoming convention session and we meet a member of our 30 Under 30 class, Zak Kruger, head women's coach at Seton Hill University. We close out the show talking Rutgers women's soccer with head coach Michael O'Neill and Scarlet Knight alum, Casey Murphy.
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We kick off this week's show talking with former United Soccer Coaches CEO Joe Cummings, who interviews Jose Mourinho for the upcoming Digital Convention. Chris Doran, the radio voice of the Columbus Crew joins us to preview MLS Cup as well as talk about saving the club. We meet two of our award winners, High School Long-Term Service Award winner Reid Wiecks, and Disabilities Allies Advocacy Award of Excellence winner Shawn Danhouser. We meet one of our newest 30 Under 30 members Lauren Pien and we wrap up the show talking Indiana women's soccer with head coach Erwin van Bennekom and Hoosier alum Kelly Lawrence, who is now the Associate Head Women's Coach at Boston University.
On this week's show we highlight Hall of Fame inductee Sigi Schmid by chatting with his sons, Kurt and Kyle, and Ralph Perez. We hear from Bill Jeffrey Long-Term Service Award winner Sasho Cirovski of Maryland. We chat with retiring College Programs Director Rob Kehoe and we close out the show talking Purdue women's soccer with head coach Drew Roff and the program's all-time leading scorer Maddy Williams.
On this week's show, host Dean Linke sits down with Paul Caligiuri talking about his goal to put the USA into the World Cup 30 years ago. We hear from TCU Head Women's Coach Eric Bell after the Horned Frogs captured the Big 12 title. We meet 30 Under 30 member Madie Gates, a former player at BYU and now coaching in the youth game. We end the show talking Northwestern Women's Soccer with Associate Head Coach David Nikolic, and Wildcat alums and NWSL players Hannah Davison, Kayla Sharples and Marisa Viggiano.
On this week's show, Dean sits down with U.S. Soccer Hall of Famer and current Greenville Triumph SC head coach John Harkes. We hear from Digital Convention presenter, sport psychologist, Dan Abrahams. We meet 30 Under 30 member Brigit Reder, and we close out the show talking Michigan women's soccer with head coach Jen Klein and Wolverine alum, and Canadian WNT & Tottenham Hotspur Women defender, Shelina Zadorsky.
On this week's show, host Dean Linke sits down for interviews with Carson Porter, Executive Director of the Wilmington Hammerheads Youth Football Club; 2020 Honor Award recipient George Perry; 30 Under 30 member, Jessica Ingram; and we close out the show talking Michigan State women's soccer with head coach Tom Saxton and Spartan alum, Laura Heyboer Heethuis.
On this week's show we start to preview the 2021 Digital Convention with United Soccer Coaches Director of Coaching Education Ian Barker. We hear from #UnitedCV21 presenters Staci Wilson and Dr. Shawn Arent. We meet 30 Under 30 member Coleman Akey, and we close out the show talking Wisconsin women's soccer with head coach Paula Wilkins and Badger alum, Rose Lavelle.
On this week's show we kick off USL's Championship weekend talking with Lee Cohen, President of the Tampa Bay Rowdies. In USL League 1 we talk with Austin Panchot of Union Omaha. We hear from Xavier head men's coach Andy Fleming before meeting two more of our 30 Under 30 Members, Megan Christian and Matt Parsons. We wrap up the show talking Maryland women's soccer with head coach Ray Leone and alum, former USWNT player Keri Sarver.
On this week's show, Dean sits down with Corben Bone, midfielder for USL's Louisville City FC. He chats with Bobby Puppione, Girls Academy Director for TSJ FC Virginia about the virtual showcase they set up for players during COVID. We meet the first member of our newest 30 Under 30 Class, Alexandria Jackson, Assistant Men's and Women's Coach at Blinn College. We wrap up the show chatting Illinois women's soccer with head coach Janet Rayfield, and alums Vanessa DiBernardo and Jackie Santacaterina Manny, both of whom played for the Chicago Red Stars.
On this week's show, Dean chats with Nikki Washington, former pro player and current Utah Royals assistant coach. We hear from former USWNT head coach Jill Ellis. Eloisa Borreguero joins us in part 5 of our five-part Hispanic Heritage Month series. We wrap up the show talking Penn State women's soccer with head coach Erica Dambach and PSU alum and current Portland Thorn, Rocky Rodriguez.
On this week's show we hear from Boys High School Advocacy Chair Greg Winkler about the HS Advocacy Group as well as a new book he has coming out. We hear from Loy Urbina in part four of our five-part series celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. We get a visit from Louie Rolko, Head Men's Soccer Coach at Division II Lake Erie College to hear about the exciting things happening at LEC and hear how they're handling a move to the spring due to COVID-19. We wrap up the show with a visit from Iowa Women's Head Coach Dave DiIanni and Hawkeye alum, and current Benfica women's player, Cloe Lacasse.
On this week's show, host Dean Linke chats with Rafael Amaya, Technical Director for USL's Rio Grande Valley FC, in part 3 of our 5 part Hispanic Heritage Month series. He gets an update on the U.S. Soccer Bylaw proposal with at-large rep Mike Cullina. He talks with UAB men's coach Jeff Kinney as well as Minnesota women's head coach Stefanie Golan and Gopher alum Rashida Beal.
Jeff Vennell and Mike Curry from the United Soccer Coaches Foundation join Dean to discuss the Foundation's mission, the Foundation Membership Support program, how you can apply for scholarships and all the foundation has to offer. Cynthia Cervantes talks about being a Latina coach in a male dominated world in our second of a five-part series during Hispanic Heritage Month. We hear from Past President Steve Malone, who received his 50-year pin at the Baltimore Convention. We wrap up the show with Bryan Price of Top Mental Game.
Ahead of the start of the ACC season, Dean chats with North Carolina star Brianna Pinto. We meet Arturo Hernandez in part one of our five-part series highlighting Latino Coaches Advocacy members during Hispanic Heritage Month. We chat with Damon Rensing, head men's soccer coach at Michigan State and Spartan alum DeJuan Jones, right back for the New England Revolution. We close out the show meeting our final 30 Under 30 member, Gabriel Rocha.
We kick off this week's show talking with NWSL Commissioner Lisa Baird about the league returning to play with the Fall Series and the success of the bubble in Utah. Eddie Radwanski, Head Women's Coach at Clemson, joins the show to discuss the ACC kicking off an abbreviated fall season this weekend. We hear from Maryland head men's coach Sasho Cirovski and Terrapin alum and former pro turned television analyst, Maurice Edu. We close out the show meeting 30 Under 30 member Claire Knock, and we hear from three of her players about how they're handling the COVID-19 pandemic.
On this week's show, host Dean Linke chats with Mark Segbers of USL's Memphis 901. We hear from United Soccer Coaches Director of Coaching Education Ian Barker and all of the new online education opportunities being offered through the association. We chat with Texas Tech women's head coach Tom Stone on the Big 12's fall plans to play. We also chat with Brian Maisonneuve, Ohio State head men's coach, and Matt Lampson, former Buckeye and current GK with the Columbus Crew. We wrap up the show meeting two more 30 Under 30 members, Tristin Stuteville and Jordan Vejar.
On this week's show, Dean talks with Greg Mauch about Indiana High School soccer moving forward this fall. We hear about a unique collaborative club partnership between Kansas City Scott Gallagher and Toca FC. He talks with Houston women's assistant coach Chelsey Patterson, Rutgers men's head coach Jim McElderry and Sporting KC Manager Peter Vermes, and we meet two more members of our 30 Under 30 Class; Kyle Smith of the Houston Dynamo Academy; and Sarah Leiby, assistant women's coach at Saint Leo University.
On this week's show we hear from Florida women's coach Becky Burleigh on continuing to prepare for the upcoming fall season and what that looks like during COVID. We talk with Danielle Fagan, of Soccer DCF (Development, Character & Fun), about developing players on and off the field. We chat with Penn State head men's coach Jeff Cook and alum Aaron Molloy, and we wrap up the show meeting two more members of our 30 Under 30 class, Delaney Marier and Edmund "Ted" Steen.
On this week's show we hear from United Soccer Coaches Director of Operations and Events, Geoff VanDeusen, on the Digital Convention that will be taking place in January. We hear part two of the interview with 2012 National Soccer Hall of Fame inductee Desmond Armstrong. We chat with Michigan head men's coach Chaka Daley and UM alum Robbie Mertz. We wrap up the show meeting two more members of the 30 Under 30 Class, Nicolas Pretelt and Maddie Jones.
This week's show includes an interview with former USMNT defender and 2012 National Soccer Hall of Fame inductee, Desmond Armstrong. We hear from Northwestern men's head coach Tim Lenahan along with NU alum and current Minnesota United GK Tyler Miller. We also meet two more members of the 30 Under 30 class; Alexia Poon, Head Women's Coach at Sacramento City College; and Jason Orban, Assistant Men's Coach at St. Francis College Brooklyn.
On this week's podcast, presented by TeamSnap, host Dean Linke chats with the leadership team from the ECNL. He sits down with John Trask head coach of the Wisconsin men's program as well as UW alum and current Orlando FC player Chris Mueller. We chat with Trevor Banks, the new head men's coach at Chicago State, and we meet two more members of the 30 Under 30 Class, Josh Perkins and Ally Freitas.
On this week's show, host Dean Linke talks NWSL Challenge Cup with Sandra Herrera of CBS Sports. We talk with Todd and Jerry Yeagley of Indiana men's soccer. Keidane McAlpine, Head Women's Coach at USC. And we meet two more members of the 30 Under 30 Class; Jane Grimley, Assistant Women's Coach at Goldey-Beacom College; and Rob Mahoney, Head Varsity Girls Coach at Melrose (Mass.) High School.
On this week's show, host Dean Linke chats with coach, author and United Soccer Coaches LGBT & Allies Advocacy Chair Dan Woog, North Carolina Courage's Crystal Dunn, and Eric Sorlie, Executive Director of Coaching for Sporting Springfield. We also meet two more members of our 30 Under 30 Class; Karen Gurnon, Head Women’s Coach at Union College; and Brian Mitko, Head Men's Coach at SUNY Delhi.
On this week's show, host Dean Linke chats with North Carolina Women's Head Coach Anson Dorrance about his upcoming Vision of a Champion podcast; we talk with Jason O'Keefe, the Head Men's Soccer Coach at Appalachian State, who had his program cut amid the COVID-19 pandemic. We also meet two more members of our 30 Under 30 class; Lyndse Hokanson, Head Women's Coach at Colgate University; and Duncan Gillis,Head Men's Coach at Beloit College.
On this week's show, Dean interviews United Soccer Coaches Black Coaches Advocacy Group Chair Nicole Hercules, North Carolina Courage forward Lynn Williams, USL Director of Communications and Public Relations Scott Stewart. We also meet two more members of our 30 Under 30 Class; Treg Lunger, Assistant Men's Coach at Grove City (Pa.) College; and Megan Link, Assistant Women's Coach at Grand Valley State.
On this week's show, coach and author Marcelo Antonelli joins Dean to discuss Soccer Powered by Futsal, using futsal to develop his soccer players. They also discuss his journey to the U.S. and his coaching journey. Mark Wilson and Tom Shields from Beyond Pulse join the show to talk about helping coaches better understand the health and performance of their players. We wrap up the show meeting two more members of our 30 Under 30 class; Sarah Brink, Assistant Women's Soccer Coach at Trinity (Conn.) College; and Micah Collins, Youth Program Director for the Philadelphia Union.
On this week's show, Dean Linke interviews Susie Petrucelli and Maryanne Gucciardi about Susie's book "Raised a Warrior: One Woman's Soccer Odyssey", Maryanne's company Dragonwing girlgear, and how they're helping other women and girls in the game. We also hear from Kia McNeill, Head Women's Coach at Brown University. She talks about being just one of four black women coaching at the Division I level. She also talks about some of the mentors she's had during her career and how she applies the lessons she's learned into her own coaching.
On this week's show we hear from Michigan Head Men's Coach Chaka Daley and how it's everyone's responsibility to fight racism and social injustice. Honor Award recipient Mike Curry talks about providing access and advocacy for minorities. We wrap up the show talking about the Soccer United Against Hunger Food Drive with Nebraska-Omaha Head Men's Coach Bob Warming.
On this episode of the United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, host Dean Linke chats with four college coaches of different levels to get an update on the state of the game in their respective divisions. What they know, what they're hearing and how they're preparing their teams for the fall during the COVID-19 pandemic. Samantha Bohon, head women's coach at DII Embry-Riddle; Joe Clarke, head men's coach at DIII WashU; Steve Clements, head men's coach at Tyler Junior College; and Mat Dunn, head women's coach at NAIA Keiser University all join this week's show.
On this week's episode we continue the conversation from the "Return to Play: Precautions and Considerations" webinar with Dr. Mallory Mann and Jennifer Charron, PT, DPT. Host Dean Linke chats with former Rutgers Head Men's Coach Dan Donigan on his new role as Technical Director for Sporting St. Louis. We also meet two more members of our 30 Under 30 Class, Natasha Flores, Georgia Military Academy Women's Assistant Coach, and Nick Barron, Assistant Men's Coach at Principia College.
On this week's show host Dean Linke chats with Thomas Dooley, former USMNT captain from the 1998 World Cup. He covers a variety of topics, including his coaching career and how he'd like to get back to the U.S. in MLS. We also meet two more members of our 30 Under 30 Class, Thomas Coombes from the Ancient City Soccer Club in St. Augustine, Fla., and Morgan Ferrara, Assistant Women's Coach at UMass.
We kick off this week's episode with U.S. Women's National Team legend and Duke women's assistant coach, Carla Overbeck. We hear from United Soccer Coaches Vice President, Ashlee Fontes-Comber and here about her family's connection to the other football. And we meet the first two members of the 30 Under 30 Class, Sean Addison and Kristin Cox.
We kick off this week's show covering a variety of topics with FOX Soccer broadcaster Alexi Lalas. Host Dean Linke then chats with Nuno Piteira, Boys Executive Director of the Gwinnett Soccer Academy in Georgia and we wrap things up chatting with leadership coach and team architect Donna Fishter.
ECNL President Christian Lavers kicks off the show answering questions about the fallout of the DA and how his league will operate moving forward. Yael Averbuch-West, founder of Techne Futbol and Co-Executive Director of the NWSL Players Association, stops by to chat about her career, her app and the NWSL. We wrap up the show talking with Georgetown head men's coach Brian Wiese about the G5 request to the NCAA about an emergency waiver to lower the required number of sports to maintain Division I status.
We kick off this show with an interview with Carrie Taylor, Assistant Coach for USL's San Diego Loyal, the first female coach in men's professional soccer. She talks about her winding career from playing and coaching at the University of Michigan to where she is today. We hear from Hannah Davison, former Northwestern University standout and current player for the Chicago Red Stars and a broadcaster with the B1G Network. We wrap things up with an interview with Anthony Nicalo, host of The Beautiful Game Podcast and Founder of WeaselsFC.
Awards Committee Chair John Mayer gives an update on how the High School Awards Committee is trying to still honor coaches & players who've had their seasons halted or outright canceled. We head back to #BMORE20 and hear a couple of interviews, first with Glenn Crooks & Beau Dure covering a variety of topics, and then we hear Megan O'Keefe's sit down with Florida Head Coach Becky Burleigh.
In the final part of our six-part series with the Faith-Based Coaches Advocacy Group we talk developing the mind, body and soul of athletes with Bill Thierfelder, President of Belmont Abbey College, a former elite athlete himself who has worked with elite athletes across a variety of sports. We also chat with United Soccer Coaches Vice President Rusty Oglesby, the former High School Advocacy Chair shares a message for coaches and players at the high school level who've had their seasons canceled or cut short due to COVID-19.
On this week's podcast, presented by TeamSnap, we talk with Alyse LaHue, General Manager of Sky Blue FC as well as the club's head coach Freya Coombe, the only female head coach in the NWSL. They talk about the offseason moves the team made, looking forward to the season and what they're doing during this COVID-19 downtime. We also chat about sport ministry with Rick McKinley, Senior Director of the Chicago Eagles of Missionary Athletes International in Part 5 of our series with the Faith-Based Coaches Advocacy Group.
United Soccer Coaches Director of Coaching Education Ian Barker kicks off the show giving some ideas on how to stay fresh and stay excited during this down time. Shaun Soderling, women's head coach at Brescia University, and host of #SoccerChat talks about Coaches Call, an initiative he started as a way for coaches to stay connected with one another. Bobby Puppione of FC Virginia talks about how his Girls' DA club is staying connected during this time away from one another and Jen Myhre, head women's coach at Anderson University, from the Faith-Based Coaches Advocacy Group wraps up the show to talk about team Care, connection & commitment.
United Soccer Coaches CEO Lynn Berling-Manuel kicks off the show to talk about Coronavirus, the impact it is having on the game, the association and coaches, as well as what the association is doing in response. We hear from Chris Presbyterian Academy head boys and girls coach Tom Gerlach in our latest in a series with the Faith-Based Coaches Advocacy Group about team culture. We then head back to #BMORE20 and hear from Jim Paglia, a brand strategist who worked with the association during the re-brand to United Soccer Coaches.
Patrick Gilliam, Head Women's Soccer Coach at Trinity International University, joins the show to talk about servant leadership and his five key principles for approaching coaching with a servant leadership focus. In our second interview, we head back to #BMORE20 and hear Megan O'Keefe's interview with The Cooligans.
On this week's show Dean visits with Mike Lynch, Head Women's Soccer Coach at Belmont Abbey College, and Chair for the Faith-Based Coaches Advocacy Group. In the first of six episodes with members of the Faith-Based coaches group, Mike focuses on sportsmanship and ethics. In our second interview we head back to #BMORE20 and hear from Ira Jersey, host of the League 1 Fun Podcast.
On this week's show we chat with Hank Steinbrecher, former Secretary General of U.S. Soccer on a variety of topics and hear stories from a lifetime spent in and around the game. We head back to the 2020 Convention in Baltimore as well to hear an interview with Thom Meredith. He shares stories from his time with U.S. Soccer including the 1994 and 1999 World Cups hosted in the United States.
On this week's show we talk about the U.S. Soccer AGM and the next steps for the bylaw proposal with CEO Lynn Berling-Manuel and Mike Cullina, the at-large representative on the U.S. Soccer Board of Directors. We also chat with Mike about his club, Prince William Soccer Club and hear from his Director of Operations Rob Cheshire in an interview recorded at #BMORE20.
On this week's show we hear interviews conducted at #BMORE20 including United Soccer Coaches Vice President Dr. Missy Price. We chat with Brent Boone of Pelota Training and Navy head men's soccer coach Tim O'Donohue as well as Anna Tuuri, host of the Keep The Game Beautiful Podcast.
On this week's show we meet Nicole Hercules, the new Advocacy Chair for the Black Soccer Coaches group, and hear some of her story and her goals for the group. We head back to the Convention and hear from former USWNT player and current TV analyst Lori Lindsey as well as sports psychologist Dr. Cristina Fink and hear about her session from #BMORE20.
On this week's podcast, presented by TeamSnap, we hear an interview from #BMORE20 with Keith Tozer, who talks about the benefits of futsal as well as the session he presented with Anson Dorrance at the convention. We chat with Vince Ganzberg to get a review of the first-ever National Diploma hosted at convention as well as some upcoming United Soccer Coaches courses including a pilot course aimed at college coaches. We hear from Myron Vaughn, who was a candidate at the National Diploma in Baltimore. He is the Juniors Director for the South Central Soccer Academy just outside of Indianapolis.
Lynn Berling-Manuel, G Guerrieri, & Megan O'Keefe Pres. by TeamSnap 1.23.20 by United Soccer Coaches
We preview the 2020 United Soccer Coaches Convention in Baltimore with Director of Coaching Education Ian Barker, Amanda Ferranti of Ferranti Empowerment, a Certified Mental Performance Consultant, and past president Dr. Jay Martin. Barker and Ferranti preview their sessions and we talk with Martin about his upcoming induction into the Hall of Fame.
On this week's show, presented by TeamSnap, we speak with three more presenters at next week's United Soccer Coaches Convention in Baltimore. Willie McNab of Celtic FC, John O'Sullivan from Changing the Game Project, and Nathan Thackeray, GK Coach with the North Carolina Courage.
We meet the two candidates for the vacant Vice President position on the Board of Directors; Shawn Danhouser and Rusty Oglesby. We also review the year that was in soccer with Mike Woitalla of Soccer America and we chat with former USMNT goalkeeper Tony Meola.
On this week's show we chat with comedian, actor, podcaster and former professional soccer player Kevin Flynn. We chat with former president Dr. Ray Cieplik about the Convention, emceeing events in Baltimore and his career in the association. We also hear from incoming president, Kevin Sims.
We kick off the show talking about Convention with Director of Operations & Events, Geoff VanDeusen. We also hear from the head coaches of the Division I and II National Champions: Brian Wiese (Georgetown), Paul Ratcliffe (Stanford), Dan Stratford (Univ. of Charleston) and Jeff Hosler (Grand Valley State).
Todd Beane, NCAA D3 and NAIA Champions, Pres. by TeamSnap 12-12-19 by United Soccer Coaches
Ralph Perez, former assistant coach for USMNT and the current head coach at Redlands, joins the show to talk about his session at Convention. We hear from Todd Shulenberger, who has his Washington State women's team in the College Cup in his 5th season leading the way. We also hear from Junior College Division I National Champions Marcus DiBernardo with the Monroe College men and Corey Rose, head coach of the Tyler Junior College women's program.
Foundation Development Officer Amanda Mitchell talks about Giving Tuesday coming up next week and all donated funds going to the For the Good of the Game Fund. Author Wayne Coffey joins the show discussing his daughter, Sam Coffey, midfielder for Penn State, as well as his career as an author and his book, "When Nobody Was Watching: My Hard-Fought Journey to the Top of the Soccer World" about Carli Lloyd. We chat with Indiana sophomore defender Jack Maher and UC Santa Barbara head coach Tim Vom Steeg ahead of their Sweet 16 matchup on Sunday.
On this week's show with sit down with Bryan "The Goose" Finnerty, former GK for San Diego State and the Detroit Rockers of the NPSL. He has twin boys both playing in college including Owen, a freshman GK for Michigan, who stepped in to help the Wolverines to the Big 10 Championship game in almost the exact same way as his father did at SDSU in 1987.
We also sit down with Dean Koski, head men's coach at Lehigh, who has four boys that are all associated with the Lehigh program as either a player or a coach. We hear from him about having four sons play and/or coach for him all at the same time.
Chris Henderson, Vice President of Soccer & Sporting Director for the Seattle Sounders joins the show talking about MLS Cup and the Sounders' consistency. We also chat with Chris Rich, head men's coach at UNC Greensboro, Arkansas head women's coach Colby Hale and Sian Hudson, head women's coach at Colorado-Colorado Springs.
This week's show features interviews with Clemson men's head coach Mike Noonan and Michigan head women's coach Jennifer Klein about their seasons and the approaching postseason. We chat with former USMNT player Steve Trittschuh and hear about his coaching journey. We meet two more 30 Under 30 members; Amy Dyer, head boys coach at West Clermont High School in Cincinnati; and Deb Langlinais, head coach at Southside High School and a coach with Cajun Soccer Club.
We talk about the 21st Century Model proposal. United Soccer Coaches Director of College Programs Rob Kehoe gives an updated summary on the proposal and the next steps before the NCAA votes on the proposal in April. We hear from UCLA Head Women's Coach Amanda Cromwell, who is in favor of the women's game heading the same direction, and Oklahoma State Head Women's Coach Colin Carmichael who thinks maybe we should take a step back and really look at the proposal. We chat with Women's Coaches Advocacy Chair Sam Snow, who previews Convention, the National Diploma at Convention and some of the women's coaches group socials and events. We also meet another member of our 30 Under 30 Class, Mykell Bates, Assistant Men's Coach at Santa Clara.
Heather O'Reilly of the North Carolina Courage joins hosts Dean Linke to talk about the NWSL Final, which is her final game, and moving into the coaching ranks. We also chat with 30 Under 30 members Su DelGuercio and Lora Gralheer and we meet Stu Wilkin, men's soccer player at Missouri State. The Bears are the last remaining undefeated team in Division I men's soccer and are ranked No. 9 in the latest rankings.
Dan Lauletta from Equalizer Soccer joins the show to talk about the U.S. Women's National Team's next head coach and NWSL Playoffs. UCF men's coach Scott Calabrese and Memphis women's coach Brooks Monaghan join the show to talk about their seasons and careers. We also hear from Mat Dunn, head women's coach at NAIA No. 1 Keiser University, and we meet another 30 Under 30 member, Pam Monnier, head coach at Allegheny College.
This week we welcome five guests. We chat with Girls' High School Advocacy Chair Howie Putterman. Glenn Crooks joins us talking all things MLS playoffs. We chat with Paula Wilkins, head women's coach at Wisconsin. We also meet two more members of the 2018-19 30 Under 30 Class; Tom Poole, U11 and U12 Boys DOC with Colorado Rapids Youth, and Margueritte Aozasa, Assistant Coach with the Stanford women's program.
College of Charleston Head Men's Coach Ralph Lundy talks about a lifetime spent serving the game. Henry Gutierrez, former player at NC State, remembers his former coach George Tarantini. Former Columbus Crew player and current Ohio State men's coach Brian Maisonneuve joins the show. Garry Rosenfield from Coaches, Inc. joins the show to preview the Professional Development Workshop that they'll host at Convention. We also meet two more members of the 30 Under 30 Class, Sam Greene and Both Long.
Cal State Fullerton head men's coach George Kuntz leads off the show talking about the Titans' 7-0 start to the season, his coaching career and his experiences with United Soccer Coaches. UC San Diego head women's coach Kristin Jones has the Tritons ranked No. 1 in Division II, she played at UCSD, was an assistant coach and is now in her 1st year as the head coach. Jen Cooper, Editorial Director for NWSL broadcasts, joins the show talking all things NWSL. We also meet two more 30 Under 30 members, Richard Wall, assistant women's coach at Ball State and Brigida Palatino, head women's coach at Curry College
United Soccer Coaches President Jeff Farnsworth kicks off the show remembering the association's first Executive Director, Jim Sheldon. Director of Coaching Education, Ian Barker joins the show to discuss all things related to education including an upcoming trip to the Scottish FA. We chat with Florida head women's coach Becky Burleigh who recently won her 500th career game and Jim McElderry, head men's coach at Rutgers, who has the Scarlet Knights off to a great start in his 1st season. We also meet two more members of the 30 Under 30 Class; Molly Rouse, assistant coach at Minnesota; and Emma Clark, assistant coach at Seton Hall.
We chat with our returning NCAA-III championship coaches Michelyne Pinard of Williams College and Josh Shapiro of Tufts University. We also meet three more members of our 30 Under 30 class; Connor Pracher, head women's coach at Division III Hood College, Evan Segal, coach with Real Colorado, and Luis Pulido, an assistant coach at Dakota Wesleyan
GCU head coach Schellas Hyndman leads off the show talking about his start in D2 and his rise up to D1, MLS and back to D1 where he recently picked up his 500th win. Steve McCrath talks about trying to defend the D2 men's title with Barry and Dave DiIanni talks his start in D2 and his rise to his 6th year at Iowa. We also chat with new Youth Advocacy Council Chair Marguerite Ferrell, her Hall of Fame playing career at Fairleigh Dickinson and her coaching career including stops in D1, New York Red Bulls and now U.S. Soccer. We also meet 30 Under 30 member Sam Polak.
We look back at the 1982 NCAA Championship game between Indiana and Duke, the topic of an upcoming documentary titled Worth The Wait. We chat with the Hall of Fame head coaches of both teams, Jerry Yeagley and John Rennie. We also chat with Tucker Gragg, video director for Blueline Pictures as well as then-Indiana assistant coach Don Rawson. We also meet two more 30 Under 30 members, Hannah Brown and Jeff Lucco.
UNC head coach Anson Dorrance covers a variety of soccer topics including USWNT, NWSL and the upcoming college season. New Indiana women's HC Erwin Van Bennekom talks about his first head coaching position. Atlanta United match commentator Kevin Egan talks MLS and we meet 30 Under 30 members Gabriel Colon and Kara Farnsworth.
Maryland head coach Sasho Cirovski kicks off the show recapping his team's 2018 national title, looking ahead to 2019 as well as the push for a two-semester season for men's Division I soccer. Clark head coach Matt O'Toole joins host Dean Linke to talk about his late friend Matt Cushing and the fund they've created in his name. Ellery Gould, the new head coach of CalTech joins the show and talks about her journey as a student-athlete to now as a head coach. We also meet two more of our 30 Under 30 members, Evan Bransdorfer and Melissa Charloe.
Florida State head women's coach Mark Krikorian kicks off the show recapping his teams 2018 national title, the Women's World Cup and looks ahead to 2019. Nikki Elsaesser, new head coach of Houghton College, joins the show to talk about her path to a head coaching job at just 25 years of age. Amanda Mitchell from the United Soccer Coaches Foundation talks about grant and scholarship applications, which open on Aug. 9. We also meet two more members of the 30 Under 30 class, Taylor Adcock and Ross Liberati.
We preview the 2019 college season with United Soccer Coaches Director of College Programs Rob Kehoe. New SIUE head coach Cale Wasserman talks about his journey to being a DI head coach. Kelsi Steele joins the show to talk USL and we meet Lou Liberatore and Jen Larrick from the United Soccer Coaches 30 Under 30 Program.
Steven Goff of the Washington Post joins the show talking all things soccer. He recaps the USWNT World Cup run, the Gold Cup and USL Championship. We then hear an excerpt from the NC Courage press conference, hosted by Dean Linke, with head coach Paul Riley and USWNT World Cup Champions Abby Dahlkemper, Crystal Dunn, Jessica McDonald and Sam Mewis.
Ralph Polson joins the show to remember his friend Charlie Slagle. We also chat with Paul Riley, head coach of the North Carolina Courage, and Paul Kennedy of Soccer America to get their take on the USWNT win over England and the upcoming World Cup Final. We close the show chatting with Nancy Feldman and Jessica Clinton about the World Cup and United Soccer Coaches' Cup Experience trip to France.
Blue Valley North (Kan.) HS head coach Bryan Turner and Puma FC Founder/Exec. Director Vladimir Roganovic discuss how they've worked together to create a better learning environment for their mutual players. High School Advocacy Chair Rusty Oglesby talks about his unique coaching journey, getting involved with the Advocacy Groups and the continued promotion of the high school game.
USWNT Press Officer Aaron Heifetz joins Dean to discuss the World Cup, Greg Rowe from the Eastern Massachusetts Girls Soccer Coaches Association (EMGSCA) talks about the organization's Program of Excellence Awards and Amanda Mitchell discusses the application process for clubs/high schools to win 1 of 4 College Fit Finder memberships for the upcoming year.
We preview the 2019 Cup Experience and the quickly approaching Women's World Cup with trip leaders Nancy Feldman and April Heinrichs as well as past and current attendee Marti Coan. They discuss the games they'll see, the federations they'll meet with and how the trip combines education, sightseeing and fun!
United Soccer Coaches CEO joins the show to discuss the new membership benefits. Auburn head women's soccer coach Karen Hoppa talks new NCAA recruiting legislation as does Director of College Programs Rob Kehoe. He also chats with host Dean Linke about upcoming registration for College Services.
NWSL President Amanda Duffy joins the show to discuss the start of the NWSL season, the upcoming Women's World Cup and the league schedule this summer. Education Content Coordinator Vince Ganzberg continues the discussion about United Soccer Coaches education. Finally, we head back to Chicago and Podcast Row for a sit down with Tim Lenahan to discuss the "Messi and Me" documentary.
We talk all things related to United Soccer Coaches Education. Lisa Cole joins host Dean Linke to talk about goalkeeping education and taking over for the late Tony DiCicco. Past President and Academy Staff Coach George Perry talks about the value of United Soccer Coaches education. Stuart Brown, Executive Director of Tennessee Soccer Club, wraps things up talking about his experiences taking the National, Advanced National and Premier Diplomas and how they made him not only a better coach, but a better person.
United Soccer Coaches Foundation Development Officer Amanda Mitchell and Bejan Esmaili Co-Founder of Footy Market sit down with host Dean Linke to talk about what the company does and how they're partnering with Jozy Altidore and United Soccer Coaches. Ian Barker joins the show to talk about summer advanced diplomas, other education offerings and the 2019 Cup Experience. We also head back to Chicago for a chat Dean had with Alexi Lalas on Podcast Row at the Convention in Chicago.
Newly elected board member Dr. David Carr leads things off discussing the Master's Degree in Soccer Coaching through Ohio University. U.S. Soccer's Tab Ramos talks about the spring College Development Program. Host Dean Linke also caught up with Dante Washington and the Inside the 18 Podcast on Podcast Row at the 2019 United Soccer Coaches Convention in Chicago.
Immediate Past President Lesle Gallimore joins the show to talk about the values of Open Training Week and hosting a session with your program. Board Member Andy Haile returns to the show to give us an update on the USSF Bylaw and what happens next. Ernie Yarborough, head coach of Marian (Ind.)stopped by Podcast Row in Chicago as did the guys from Indiana Soccer Podcast
Foundation Development Officer Amanda Mitchell joins the show to talk about the Urban Soccer Initiative and Target Grants, Board of Director member Andy Haile gives an update on the USSF bylaw proposal, MNUFC commentator Kyndra de St. Aubin sat down with Dean on Podcast Row at the Convention in Chicago as did The Cooligans.
United Soccer Coaches CEO Lynn Berling-Manuel discusses the association's proposed amendment to the U.S. Soccer bylaws. Past President Charlie Slagle and broadcaster JP Dellacamera joined the show in Chicago as did coaches Nick Rizzo and Shaun Soderling from the SoccerChat Podcast on Podcast Row.
This week on the United Soccer Coach's Podcast, host Dean Linke takes us down memory lane with the general manager of the 1994 U.S. World Cup Soccer Team, Bill Nuttall. Nuttall tells the story of making the U.S. National Team a full-time professional team in the early 90s to get ready to host the World Cup. Ron DeMarse, host of the 6 Yd Box Podcast, joined us on Podcast Row at the Convention in Chicago.
TeamSnap GM of Teams Ken McDonald joined Dean at Convention to discuss the partnership and the TeamSnap platform. TeamSnap customer and convention attendee Ira Jersey joined the show and Dean closed out the show chatting with former MLS player and current co-host of SiriusXM FC's Counter Attack, Brian Dunseth.
Chicago Fire President & GM Nelson Rodriguez, Sporting KC Manager Peter Vermes and MOCSA's Melanie Austin & Haleigh Harrold join the show to preview the 2019 Convention in Chicago and the sessions that they and their organizations will present.
United Soccer Coaches Director of Operations Geoff VanDeusen leads off the show talking all things Convention. Garry Rosenfield from Coaches, Inc. and Utah Royals FC head coach Laura Harvey join the podcast to talk about the Convention and their sessions.
Director of Coaching Education Ian Barker previews the quickly approaching 2019 Convention in Chicago. All four Board of Director Vice President Candidates; Dr. David Carr, Haley Carter, Kendall Reyes and Dan Woog, join the show to tell us why they are the best candidate for the upcoming election.
USMNT General Manager Earnie Stewart joins the show. He discusses his playing career with the U.S. Men's National Team, his transition into a front office role after his playing days and the hiring of Gregg Berhalter as USMNT Head Coach. Author Seth Taylor joins the show to discuss his books "On Frame: Exploring the Depths of Parenting in the World of Youth Soccer" and "The Coaching Revolution: An Interactive Guide to Finding Joy and Excellence in Coaching."
On this week's show we wrap up our chats with collegiate National Championship coaches. Mark Krikorian, head women's coach at Florida State and Sasho Cirovski, head men's coach at Maryland recap their runs to the title. Doug Roberson, Atlanta United beat writer for the Atlanta Journal Constitution, joins the show to recap MLS Cup
Michigan State men's head coach Damon Rensing joins the show, previewing this weekend's College Cup. We also welcome coaches from the D2 (Barry University & University of Bridgeport), D3 (Tufts & Williams College) and NAIA (Central Methodist & William Carey) Championship teams.
Interviews with Georgetown women's head coach Dave Nolan, Maryland men's head coach Sasho Cirovski, NJCAA DI women's champion Monroe College head coach Marcus DiBernardo, men's champion Pima CC head coach David Cosgrove as well as NJCAA DIII Champions Richland College men's and women's coaches, Sean Worley and Scott Toups.
Alexi Lalas joins the show talking all things USMNT and MLS. He talks about his alma mater Rutgers and college soccer's place in the soccer landscape. Kentucky men's head coach Johan Cedergren joins the show to talk about his journey from Sweden to the U.S. for college and how he got into coaching and now having his UK team the No. 3 seed in the NCAA Tournament. Doug Hill, head coach at the Air Force Academy, talks about coaching at a service academy, his own service in the Air Force, his team's upset of No. 9 Denver and looks ahead to their matchup with No. 1-ranked Indiana.
Indiana head coach Todd Yeagley joins host Dean Linke to talk about his Hoosiers winning the Big Ten Regular Season & Tournament titles, the United Soccer Coaches Convention as well as the fast approaching NCAA Tournament. Kevin Egan from beIN Sports and Atlanta United talks about his own broadcasting journey, previews the MLS conference finals and gives his thoughts on the next USMNT coach.
Minnesota women's HC Stefanie Golan joins the program to talk about the Gophers capturing the B1G Tournament Title as the No. 7 seed. Sean Fraser from Lincoln Memorial talks about his team making their return to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2007. Jeff Hosler, head coach for top-ranked and undefeated Grand Valley State joins the program as well and Amanda Mitchell talks United Soccer Coaches Foundation and the Charlotte Moran Memorial Scholarship.
An action-packed show as U.S. U-20 MNT Coach Tab Ramos leads things off previewing U-20 World Cup Qualifying. Illinois women's head coach Janet Rayfield talks about her squad as they prepare for B1G Tournament Semifinal action as well as United Soccer Coaches Convention and Awards. Adam Cooper, the head men's coach of St. Mary's (Calif.), the only unbeaten team remaining in NCAA D1. College Services Programs Director Rob Kehoe caps off the show.
Sporting KC Director of Communications Kurt Austin and Assistant Director of Player Personnel Meghan Cameron join the show to talk about Sporting KC and the Swope Park Rangers. FC Cincinnati midfielder Nazmi Albadawi caps off the show talking about the USL Cup Playoffs.
Indiana All America and MAC Hermann candidate Andrew Gutman, pres. by TeamSnap 10/18/18 by United Soccer Coaches
United Soccer Coaches CEO Lynn Berling-Manuel talks about the Commitment to Culture. How it came about, the process for creating the initiative and goes in depth on the seven cultural cornerstones that make up the Commitment to Culture.
Mike Babst, Head Coach of the University of Chicago, the new top-ranked team for D3 men, joins the show to talk about his program's rise and how his time as an assistant has shaped him as a head coach.
Jen Larrick, co-founder of Like A Girl, joins the show to talk about the work that her non-profit does with refugee, immigrant, urban and low-income female soccer players in Minneapolis, Minn. James Madison head coach Paul Zazenski also joins the show talking about his progression to where he is today.
Host Dean Linke welcomes Haley Carter, former US Naval Academy and Houston Dash GK, to talk about her current role as an assistant coach with the Afganistan WNT. Chad Edwards of Division II Missouri Western joins the show to talk about his team's win over defending national champion Central Missouri and snapping their 32-game winning streak.
Christine Sinclair of the Portland Thorns and Jessica McDonald of the North Carolina Courage join the show to preview the upcoming NWSL Championship Game. We also check in on the women's college game in Portland with a chat with University of Portland head coach Michelle French
Purdue women's head coach Drew Roff talks about his team's great start against a tough schedule and starting 8 freshmen. Barry women's head coach Sarah Dacey talks about her career as a player and her path to Barry University. College Programs Director, Rob Kehoe joins the show to breakdown the Division I rankings as well as preview some of the weekend's big games.
North Carolina State head men's coach George Kiefer joins the show to talk about his team's 4-0 start and looking ahead to their matchup with #1 Wake Forest. He also discusses recruiting and recruiting the junior college ranks with our second guest, Steve Clements of Tyler Junior College. Clements talks about placing his players with D1 schools as well as the keys to their success.
Maryland men's head coach Sasho Cirovski previews his team's Friday night matchup with 3x defending national champion Stanford, it will be the first ever college soccer game broadcast on FS1. He also talks about the push to move to a two-semester season in NCAA. North Carolina women's head coach Anson Dorrance joins the show to talk about his 1,000th win, their upcoming run of tough games and what motivates him during his 40th season as a head coach.
Tony Meola, Rob Kehoe and Hardin-Simmons' women's head coach Marcus Wood join this week's podcast, presented by TeamSnap. Meola covers a variety of topics, while Kehoe previews the opening weekend of D1 men's competition and Wood talks about DIII soccer and his role as the DIII women's advocacy rep.
United Soccer Coaches College Programs Director Rob Kehoe joins the podcast to discuss the latest changes to NCAA recruiting rules and the recruiting calendar. Reigning NCAA DI and DII women's Staffs of the Year head coaches Robbie Church of Duke University and Lewis Theobald of Central Missouri join the show to recap last year and look ahead to the start of the 2018 season.
Host Dean Linke talks with the both men’s and women’s coaches from Stanford, last year's NCAA Division I national champions in both men's and women's soccer. Men's coach Jeremy Gunn and women's coach Paul Ratcliffe join the show to recap last year's title runs and preview their upcoming seasons.
Chris Norris of William & Mary, the D1 Men's rankings chair and Steve Kehm of Northern State, the D2 women's rankings chair join the show to talk about college soccer rankings and Mike Woitalla from Soccer America provides a wrap-up of the International Champions Cup Women's Tournament, won by the NWSL's North Carolina Courage.
Soccer America's Paul Kennedy joins the show to talk about the recently completed World Cup, MLS and the USWNT. Craig Shakespeare joins us from across the pond, compliments of the LMA and we hear from our partners at KT Tape.
North Carolina Courage HC Paul Riley joins Dean Linke to talk about the dominant NWSL season his team is having, developing some of the best women's players in the world, developing players for the USWNT, his unique formations and the upcoming International Champions Cup.
In this week's podcast, presented by TeamSnap, host Dean Linke sits down with United Soccer Coaches President Lesle Gallimore and Steve Goff of the Washington Post. They talk all things World Cup, including what's going on this year in Russia and World Cup 2026 when it returns to North America. He also talks with TeamSnap CEO Dave Dupont to discuss his company, what they do and how they can help your organization.
Host Dean Linke talks with College Fit Finder CEO Greg Allen about the college recruiting process. United Soccer Coaches Advocacy Relations Manager, Lee Jarrell also joins the show to talk about working with college coaches, but also as a mother whose child went through the college recruiting process recently.
Host Dean Linke welcomes Director of Coaching Education Ian Barker, Boston Univ. head coach Nancy Feldman, Binghamton Univ. head coach Paul Marco, Piedmont head coach Timmy McCormack, and Hamline Asst. Coach and 30 Under 30 member Calvin Mai to get their thoughts on United Soccer Coaches summer diplomas both as instructors and candidates.
Jason Yoder, Operations Manager of Children's Mercy Sports Medicine Center; Dr. Shayla Sullivant, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist; and Angie Vanderpool, Nurse Practitioner (MSN, RN, CPNP, ONC) join host Dean Linke to talk about student-athlete depression and suicide prevention.
In this week's podcast host Dean Linke talks with a variety of guests about high school soccer and it's place in the United States. He talks with Soccer America's Mike Woitalla, whose article "U.S. Soccer blundered badly on high school soccer" spawned the discussion. Also joining the podcast are United Soccer Coaches Advocacy Council HS Rep Rusty Oglesby, GoalNation.com editor Diane Scavuzzo, and FC Frederick Executive Director Bo Eskay.
Visit UnitedSoccerCoaches.org/podcast for new episodes of the United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, every other Thursday through August!
In this week's podcast host Dean Linke and his panel of guests tackle U.S. Soccer's bio banding initiative. United Soccer Coaches' Director of Coaching Education, Ian Barker; Sam Snow, Consultant for U.S. Youth Soccer; Paul Bright, Director of Coaching for AYSO United; President of ECNL, Christian Lavers; and Education Content Coordinator for United Soccer Coaches, Vince Ganzberg all take their turn discussing the initiative and their thoughts on how it can possibly help or hurt U.S. Soccer going forward.
Visit UnitedSoccerCoaches.org/podcast for new episodes of the United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, every other Thursday through August!
Host Dean Linke sits down with Sigi Schmid, Head Coach of the LA Galaxy. He goes behind the scenes and gives insight on the arrival of Zlatan Ibrahimovic and his spectacular first game in LA, and much more!
United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap - March 22, 2018 by United Soccer Coaches
United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap - March 8, 2018 by United Soccer Coaches
United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap - February 22, 2018 by United Soccer Coaches
United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap - February 8, 2018 by United Soccer Coaches
Host Dean Linke is joined by A.C. Brea Director of Coaching and SoCal Premier Adult President Matt Morse, Positive Coaching Alliance National Director of Business Development Jason Sacks and TeamSnap Chief Growth Officer Ken McDonald in the #PHL18 Exhibit Hall at the TeamSnap booth. Visit UnitedSoccerCoaches.org/podcast for new episodes of the United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, every two weeks!
As the 2018 United Soccer Coaches kicks off in Philadelphia, the podcast welcomes incoming President Lesle Gallimore, Advocacy Council chair Sue Ryan, #PHL18 presenter Laura Harvey and 30 Under 30 Program participant Erica Marshall. Visit UnitedSoccerCoaches.org/podcast for new episodes of the United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, every Thursday!
This week's podcast features #PHL18 presenter Celia Slater, along with all three candidates in the United Soccer Coaches Board of Directors Election: Peter Broadley, Ashlee Fontes-Comber and Ron Quinn. Visit UnitedSoccerCoaches.org/podcast for new episodes of the United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, every Thursday!
This week's podcast features two prominent presenters at the upcoming United Soccer Coaches Convention in Bruce Arena and Schellas Hyndman, along with 30 Under 30 program participant Megan Snelling. Visit UnitedSoccerCoaches.org/podcast for new episodes of the United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, every Thursday!
With the United Soccer Coaches Convention three weeks away, the podcast features the NWSL's Amanda Duffy, National Soccer Hall of Famer Alexi Lalas, UNC head coach Anson Dorrance and Wofford College head coach Ralph Polson. Visit UnitedSoccerCoaches.org/podcast for new episodes of the United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, every Thursday!
This week's edition of the United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, focuses on the upcoming United Soccer Coaches Convention with our Director of Operations and Events Geoff VanDeusen, as well as featured presenters Janet Rayfield and John DeWitt. The show wraps up with Kalamazoo Soccer Club Executive Director Eieri Jordan-Salivia, a current member of our 30 Under 30 Program. Visit UnitedSoccerCoaches.org/podcast for new episodes released every Thursday!
This week's edition of the United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, is headlined by Jeremy Gunn, who has led Stanford to three straight national championships. Our own Rob Kehoe and Ian Barker also join the show, as well as Utah Storm Director of Goalkeepers Ashley Armstrong. Visit UnitedSoccerCoaches.org/podcast for new episodes released every Thursday!
This week's edition of the United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, features nine guests, including the championship-winning coaches from NCAA Division II, NCAA Division III and NAIA. In addition, Washington Post reporter Steven Goff, our College Programs Director Rob Kehoe and 30 Under 30 participant Neil Oyston join the show. Visit UnitedSoccerCoaches.org/podcasts for new episodes released every Thursday!
This week's edition of the United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, features the head coaches from the top boys and girls high school teams in the national rankings from the fall season before focusing on college soccer with Paul Ratcliffe and Andi Sullivan from the No. 1 ranked Stanford women's soccer team. In addition, our own Rob Kehoe adds his insight into the college game and veteran soccer writer Scott French breaks down the MLS Cup Playoffs. Visit UnitedSoccerCoaches.org/podcasts for new episodes released every Thursday!
A special Thanksgiving day edition of the United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, features NJCAA champions Steve Clements and Corey Rose from Tyler Junior College along with Penn State legend Bob Warming and our own Rob Kehoe and Vince Ganzberg. Visit UnitedSoccerCoaches.org/podcasts for new episodes released every Thursday!
This week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, features NJCAA champions Jimmy Elder (Brookhaven College) and Ken Gavin (Genesee Community College) along with ECNL President Christian Lavers. Visit UnitedSoccerCoaches.org/podcasts for new episodes released every Thursday!
This week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, is fully focused on the college soccer postseason with fourth-ranked Western Michigan head coach Chad Wiseman and 10th-ranked Michigan head coach Chaka Daley. United Soccer Coaches Director of College Programs Rob Kehoe and 30 Under 30 member Ruairi Lynch also join the show. Visit UnitedSoccerCoaches.org/podcasts for new episodes released every Thursday!
This week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, leads off by welcoming NASL executive Neal Malone, San Francisco Deltas head coach Marc Dos Santos and soccer reporter Neil Morris ahead of the North American Soccer League postseason. The spotlight then shifts to college soccer with special guests Rob Kehoe, Lori Walker-Hock and Molly Polletto. Visit UnitedSoccerCoaches.org/podcasts for new episodes released every Thursday!
This week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, welcomes Eric Wynalda, who will present at the 2018 United Soccer Coaches Convention in Philadelphia. Host Dean Linke also shines a spotlight on the MLS Cup Playoffs with MLS Vice President Greg Lalas and chats with Bucknell University women's soccer assistant coach Leigh Howard, a member of the association's 30 Under 30 Program. Visit UnitedSoccerCoaches.org/podcasts for new episodes released every Thursday!
This week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, shines a spotlight on the USL Cup Playoffs, kicking off Friday, with USL VP of Competition and Technical Development Gordon Bengtson and San Antonio FC Head Coach and Technical Director Darren Powell. Host Dean Linke also chats with Menlo College (NAIA) women's soccer head coach Robin Hart, a member of the association's 30 Under 30 Program. Visit UnitedSoccerCoaches.org/podcasts for new episodes released every Thursday!
U.S. Soccer Youth Technical Director Tab Ramos joins the United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, from the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup in India. He's followed by Lynchburg College assistant caoch Tony Dulak, a member of the association's 30 Under 30 Program. Visit UnitedSoccerCoaches.org/podcasts for new episodes released every Thursday!
U.S. Soccer Youth Technical Director Tab Ramos chats with Dean Linke from India at the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup. Hear the full interview on the United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, on Thursday, October 12.
The United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, interviews five great guests this week as Paul Riley, Rob Kehoe, Nick Cowell, Jennifer Leaverton and Chad Waller join the show. Visit UnitedSoccerCoaches.org/podcasts for new episodes released every Thursday!
The United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, interviews two great guests this week as Hank Steinbrecher and Alex Hargrove join the show. Visit UnitedSoccerCoaches.org/podcasts for new episodes released every Thursday!
The United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, interviews five great guests this week as Jerry Smith, Danielle Slaton, Ian Barker, Ben Pirmann and Kelsey Passaglia join the show. Visit UnitedSoccerCoaches.org/podcasts for new episodes released every Thursday!
The United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, talks with Randy Waldrum about the impact of Hurricane Harvey, his tenure with the NWSL's Houston Dash and the Trinidad & Tobago Women's National Team, as well as the next step on his coaching journey. Visit UnitedSoccerCoaches.org/podcasts for new episodes released every Thursday!
The United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, interviews four great guests this week as Charlie Slagle, Chris Doran, Chris McBride and Chad Waller join the show. Visit UnitedSoccerCoaches.org/podcasts for new episodes released every Thursday!
The United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, interviews eight great guests this week as Ken McDonald, Rob Kehoe, Tiffany Roberts Sahaydak, Tony da Luz, Mike O'Neill, Sydney Squires, Kelly Lawrence and Dan Wagner join the show. Visit UnitedSoccerCoaches.org/podcasts for new episodes released every Thursday!
The United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, interviews six great guests this week as Todd Yeagley, Doug Elder, Sierra Doherty-Cardenas, Dan Wagner, Chad Waller and Kendra Veliz join the show. Visit UnitedSoccerCoaches.org/podcasts for new episodes released every Thursday!
The United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, interviews six great guests this week as Steve Swanson, Al Albert, Jay Martin, Ryan Quamme, Eddie Radwanski and Sarah Lowdon join the show. Visit UnitedSoccerCoaches.org/podcasts for new episodes released every Thursday!
The United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, interviews Mia Hamm, Rob Kehoe, Keidane McAlpine, Jeremy Gunn and Edward Cartee ahead of the start of the college season. Visit UnitedSoccerCoaches.org/podcasts for new episodes released every Thursday!
The United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, interviews United Soccer Coaches CEO Lynn Berling-Manuel and University of North Carolina head coach Anson Dorrance. Visit UnitedSoccerCoaches.org/podcasts for new episodes released every Thursday!
The NSCAA Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, interviews National Soccer Hall of Fame member Marcelo Balboa and U.S. Youth Soccer Director of Coaching Sam Snow. Visit NSCAA.com/podcasts for new episodes, released every two weeks!
The NSCAA Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, interviews ECNL President Christian Lavers and U.S. Soccer Boys’ Development Academy Director Aloys Wijnker. Visit NSCAA.com/podcasts for new episodes, released every two weeks!
The NSCAA Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, pays tribute to Tony DiCicco and interviews U.S. MNT captain Michael Bradley and FC Cincinnati head coach Alan Koch. Visit NSCAA.com/podcasts for new episodes, released every two weeks!
Past NSCAA President Schellas Hyndman shares his memories of Tony DiCicco, who passed away on Monday at age 68.
The NSCAA Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, interviews Director of the NSCAA Goalkeeping Academy Tony DiCicco and Scotland Men's National Team Manager Gordon Strachan. Visit NSCAA.com/podcasts for new episodes, released every two weeks!
The NSCAA Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, interviews North Carolina FC (NASL) and NC Courage (NWSL) President Curt Johnson and Wales Men's National Team manager Chris Coleman. Visit NSCAA.com/podcasts for new episodes, released every two weeks!
The NSCAA Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, interviews US Club Soccer id2 Boys Program director Gerry McKeown and Brigham Young University men's soccer head coach Brandon Gilliam. Visit NSCAA.com/podcasts for new episodes, released every two weeks!
The NSCAA Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, continues with two international guests in United States Under-17 Men's National Team head coach John Hackworth and England Women's National Team manager Mark Sampson. Visit NSCAA.com/podcasts for new episodes, released every two weeks!
NSCAA Podcast host Dean Linke asks United States Under-17 Men's National Team head coach John Hackworth on how his team stacks up against the rest of the world. Hear the full interview on the April 27th edition of the NSCAA Podcast at NSCAA.com/podcast.
United States Under-17 Men's National Team head coach John Hackworth discusses his team's match-up with Mexico at the 2017 CONCACAF Under-17 Championship. Hear the full interview on the April 27th edition of the NSCAA Podcast at NSCAA.com/podcast.
The NSCAA Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, is back with host Dean Linke and special guests Kylie Stannard (Yale), Bob Warming (Penn State) and Carla Overbeck (Duke) to discuss their coaching journeys in the sport. Visit NSCAA.com/podcasts for new episodes, released every two weeks!
The NSCAA welcomes the soccer community to Los Angeles for the 2017 NSCAA Convention with a special Wednesday edition of the NSCAA Podcast.
Join our host Dean Linke as he spends time with the following guests:
Lynn Berling Manuel, NSCAA CEO
Amanda Vandervoort, NSCAA President
Tony DiCicco, former U.S. Women's World Cup Coach
Ralph Polson, past NSCAA President and Wofford College men's soccer coach
Christian Lavers, ECNL President and U.S. Club Soccer Executive Vice President
Host Dean Linke is joined by six guests who will feature prominently at the 2017 NSCAA Convention on this week's NSCAA Podcast.
They are (as they appear on the show):
1 - Julie Foudy, former U.S. Women's National Team star and current ESPN personality
2 - Charlie Slagle, incoming NSCAA President
3 - Sue Ryan, NSCAA Advocacy Chair
4 - Zak Ibsen, former national champion, Olympian and pro soccer player shares his story of recovering from addiction
5 - Angel Planells, media spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
6 - Michael Rabasca, Toronto FC director of cognitive development
This week's NSCAA Podcast, hosted by Dean Linke, features the following guests:
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Sigi Schmid - former coach of the Seattle Sounders FC, MLS Cup champion with the Columbus Crew and three-time national champion at UCLA
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Geoff Van Deusen - Director of Operations and Events at NSCAA
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All four candidates on the ballot for NSCAA Board of Directors
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Carlo Aquista
- Daoude Kante
- Missy Price
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Ron Quinn
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Laura Harvey - General Manager and Head Coach of Seattle Reign
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Tim Vom Steeg - Men's Head Coach at UC Santa Barbara
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John O'Sullivan - Founder and CEO of Changing the Game Project
The NSCAA is proud to bring its membership a new podcast, talking all levels of the game. The first four NSCAA podcasts will be focused on the 2017 NSCAA Convention in Los Angeles. Hosted by Dean Linke, these next four shows will highlight special Convention presenters from every corner of the sport. Featured in today's first of four podcasts are the following guests (in order as they appear on the show): 1 - Former U.S. International and English Premier League goalkeeper Brad Friedel, who is now a U.S. Soccer staff coach and Fox Sports analyst. 2 - NSCAA Director of Coaching Ian Barker. 3 - U.S. Youth Soccer Technical Director Sam Snow. 4 - 23-year University of Washington Women's Soccer Coach Lesle Gallimore, who will be the NSCAA president in 2018. 5 - Major League Soccer Vice President of Competition Jeff Agoos, who is part of a convention panel discussion about the use of analytics and data in soccer.
The NSCAA is proud to salute each and every college soccer coach and their programs as the 2016 college soccer season is now complete. The 2016 NSCAA College Soccer Podcast, hosted by Dean Linke, also closes out today. Fulfilling its promise to talk to every championship coach from NJCAA, NAIA, DIII, DII and DI, Linke opens the show talking to Jeremy Gunn, head coach of the Stanford Cardinal, back-to-back winners of the Men's DI College Cup. The NSCAA, in conjunction with the Missouri Athletic Club, has announced the three semifinalists for the 2016 MAC Hermann Trophy. On the list from the women's game is University of Southern California's Morgan Andrews, Stanford's Andi Sullivan and West Virginia's Kadeisha Buchanan. Buchanan, a runner-up last year, joins Linke on the program. On the men's side, the three MAC Hermann semifinalists are Florida Gulf Coast University's Albert Ruiz, University of Maryland's Gordan Wild and Wake Forest University's Ian Harkes. Ian's father, John Harkes, one of the most legendary U.S. Soccer players of all time, won the Hermann Trophy in 1987 at the University of Virginia, and he is on the program. Maryland Head Coach Sasho Cirovski joins Linke to talk about Gordon Wild and make another push for a full academic year soccer season and NSCAA Director of College Programs Rob Kehoe closes out the show talking about the good, the bad, and even the surprises of the 2016 college soccer season.
The NSCAA College Soccer Podcast promised to talk to every NJCAA, NAIA, Division III, Division II and Division I women's and men's national champion coaches. Seven more teams won national championships over the weekend and Episode #15 features all seven coaches.
Following is a list of Dean Linke's guests as they appear on the show: 1) Stuart Gore, head coach of the NAIA women's champion University of Northwestern Ohio (the Racers finished second in 2014 and 2015) 2) Aaron Champenoy, head coach of the NAIA men's champion Hastings College (this is Aaron's first season at Hastings) 3) Jim Conlon, head coach of the NCAA Division III women's champion Washington University in St. Louis (Conlon led WashU to a second-place finish in 2009 and 2015) 4) Josh Shapiro, head coach of the NCAA Division III men's champion Tufts University (Shapiro also won the title in 2014) 5) Travis Connell, head coach of the NCAA Division II women's champion Western Washington University (Connell led the Vikings to the national semifinals in 2013 and 2015) 6) Gary Hamill, head coach of the NCAA Division II men's champion Wingate University (in his 25th season at Wingate Hamill helped the Bulldogs win their first ever national championship - any sport) 7) Keidane McAlpine, head coach of the NCAA Division I women's champion University of Southern California (the Trojans win the title in McAlpine's third year with the program) 8) Rob Kehoe, NSCAA Director of College Programs 9) Carlos Somoano, head coach of the University of North Carolina men's soccer team (Somoano, who led the Tar Heels to the 2011 national championship, has UNC in the 2016 Men's College Cup)
With 2800 plus men's and women's college teams that started the season in August, and now having been tested over three months, we have junior college national champions crowned, and we have 28 of approximately 2000 NCAA DI, DII, and DIII men’s and women’s teams, and 32 of about 200 NAIA teams taking their final exams, both on the field and in the classroom. The 2016 NSCAA College Soccer Podcast has included more than 80 coaches' interviews, and with six more featured in Episode 14, the list is growing.
Here are this week’s guests (and topics) as they appear on Episode 14:
1 – Keidane McAlpine, University of Southern California women's soccer coach, who grew up in Alabama, and has taken the Women of Troy to the 2016 College Cup in just his third season in Los Angeles.
2 – Rob Kehoe, the NSCAA’s director of college programs, with previews of every final four and the men's Division I Elite 8.
3 – Mike Noonan, who led Clemson to the 2015 Men's College Cup final, and has the Tigers back in the Elite 8.
4 – Mike Brizendine, in his 8th year as men's head coach at Virginia Tech, led the Hokies to an overtime thriller over Indiana Sunday and has a Saturday tilt with Wake Forest in the Elite 8.
5 – Jason Garey, 2005 MAC Hermann Trophy winner from the University of Maryland, talking about what that award has meant to him as the 15 women's and men's semifinalists for the 2016 MAC Hermann Trophy were released earlier this week.
6 -- Erik Burstein, head coach of the Division II Kutztown Golden Bears women's soccer team playing in the DII Women's Final Four.
7 – Denise Dallamora, 37-year head coach of the Brandeis women's soccer team, playing for their first-ever national championship in the DIII Final Four.
8 -- Michael Coven, 44-year head coach of the Brandeis men's soccer team, who at 70-years-old has the Judges looking for their second DIII men's national championship (Cozan won his first in 1976)
9 -- NAIA women’s and men’s soccer updates.
For college soccer, there is nothing like this time of season when all divisions (men and women) are playing for national titles after dueling through their regular season and conference tournaments. Our host, Dean Linke, dives in deep this week with the following guests as part of a special Thanksgiving edition of the NSCAA College Soccer Podcast.
Here is a list of this week’s guests (and topics) as they appear on Episode 13:
1 – Steve Goff, 25-year soccer writer for the Washington Post, was in College Park to witness Providence’s shocking come-from-behind win over #1 Maryland. Goff breaks down that game and gives his thoughts on the hiring of Bruce Arena as the new U.S. Men’s National Team Coach. Goff covered Arena during his time as head coach at Virginia and MLS’ D.C. United. 2 – Craig Stewart, Providence men’s soccer coach, talks about the Friars’ thriller over Maryland. 3 – Rob Kehoe, the NSCAA’s director of college programs, breaks down ‘the matters of heart’ in the men’s and women’s DI tournaments. 4 – Karen Hoppa, who has the Auburn women’s soccer team in the Elite 8 for the first time ever. 5 – Jerry Smith, in his 30th year as head coach at Santa Clara, has his Broncos one win away from playing ‘at home’ in the 2016 Women’s College Cup. 6 – Steve Clements, NJCAA Division I men’s champion, who led Tyler JC to their fifth national title. 7 – Jon Ruzan, NJCAA Division I women’s champion, who led Paradise Valley CC to their third national title. 8 – Jon Pascale, head coach of UCSD men’s soccer team, who has the Tritons in the DII final four. 9 – Jon Lowery, head coach of the St. Thomas (Minn) men’s soccer team, who has the Tommies in the DIII final four. 10 – NAIA women’s and men’s soccer updates.
Now that every level of college soccer has entered national tournament play, Dean Linke begins this week's show with the nation's first 2016 championship coaches. Bill Rich from SUNY Broome CC, NJCAA DIII women's champions, and Sean Worley from Richland College, NJCAA DIII men's champions, open the show.
After news and nuggets from the NAIA, Linke is joined by Thomas More women's coach Jeff Cummings, who has his team #4 in the NSCAA DIII rankings and in the DIII Sweet Sixteen. Up next is Kevin Fickes, who has the Colorado School of Mines women's soccer team #6 in the NSCAA DII rankings and in the DII Sweet 16.
Linke wraps up the show with a visit from 16-year Northwestern head Coach Tim Lenahan, known as the RPI Doctor, who breaks down the 48-team field for the NCAA Division I Men's Tournament. Louisville's Ken Lolla has the Cardinals with the #4 overall seed and he also joins Dean.
Finally, longtime Stanford women's coach Paul Ratcliffe joins the show to talk about the Cardinal's Friday night NCAA match-up against Jerry Smith and Santa Clara.
The NSCAA College Soccer Podcast hopes to feature interviews from every 2016 championship coach. Stay tuned next week for a special Wednesday release of Show #13 in advance of the Thanksgiving holiday and weekend tournament action.
Episode 11 of the NSCAA College Soccer Podcast puts the focus on NCAA and conference tournament action as Dean Linke, once again, spends time at every level of college soccer. The NCAA Women's Division I 64-team field is set and Linke is joined by Jennifer Rockwood, the only coach BYU has ever known. Rockwood has BYU at #4 in the country and led by U.S. full international Ashley Hatch, who has 18 goals and five assists on the season, she has eyes on the NCAA College Cup in San Jose. Staying at the DI women's level, Linke had to talk to Mike Tucker, who in his 22nd and final season with the Dayton Flyers won the Atlantic 10 as the #7 seed and they will face Ohio State in Round One of the NCAA tournament. Learn how Tucker went from building boats to leading the Flyers for 22 memorable years. On the men's side of the D1 Level, if you haven't heard, Bobby Muuss has done an amazing job replacing Jay Vidovich at Wake Forest. In just two seasons in Winston-Salem, Coach Muus has led the Demon Deacons to two ACC regular season titles and a current #2 NSCAA national ranking. As always, Linke reflects on the history of the game, this time with longtime soccer television producer and director Ken Neal, who with the support of NSCAA board member Charlie Slagle, put the NCAA College Cup on TV back in the early 90s. Neal says Division I college coaches need to keep television in mind as they discuss a full academic year soccer season.
Other guests this week include: * #1 DII Men's Coach at LIU Post Andreas Lindberg * #4 DIII Men's Coach at Messiah College Brad McCarty * NAIA's Chad Waller * NJCAA Division I Women #3 Coach at Laramie County Community College in Cheyenne, Wyoming Jim Gardner
This week on the NSCAA College Soccer Podcast, Dean Linke goes ‘deep’ with, perhaps, the most successful college coach – any sport – men or women – of all time. With 22 national championships to his name, and, who, knows, some more coming, Anson Dorrance is truly a living legend and he joins Dean Linke to talk about what it was like building that powerhouse and coaching the U.S. National Team. Anson also offers ‘pointed views’ on U.S. Soccer’s plan for player development and how they handled preparation for the Women’s Under World Cup. As always, Anson does not hold back. It’s a ‘can’t miss’ interview.
From there, Dean is joined by Soccer America editor-in-chief Paul Kennedy to talk Division I soccer and Top Drawer Soccer’s Travis Clark breaks down Division II soccer. Chad Waller gives us his weekly update on NAIA men’s and women’s soccer and Dean ends with a discussion with Erik Imler (three-time national champion at Virginia and 1992 U.S. Olympic Team member) about how youth coaches can better prepare young players (Under 12) for the college game.
U.S. Under 20 Women's World Cup Coach Michelle French Featured on NSCAA College Soccer Podcast
Just four days before departing for Papua, New Guinea and the 2016 Women's Under 20 World Cup, U.S. Women's Under 20 National Team Coach Michelle French joins Dean Linke in Episode 9 of the NSCAA College Soccer Podcast.
Coaching a U.S. team that features some of the hottest current and future college soccer stars in our country, French previews the Under 20 World Cup and talks about college soccer’s impact on the international game.
In addition to French, this week's podcast also features:
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Geoff VanDeusen, NSCAA Director of Operations & Events, who tells us about the 2017 NSCAA Convention in Los Angeles, including multiple exciting programs for college coaches
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John Trask, head coach of the #24 Wisconsin men's soccer team, discussing his passion for the 'history' of soccer in this county and his appreciation for the legends of the NSCAA
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Marty Beall, head coach of the High Point University women's soccer team, winners of the Big South regular season and poised to make the NCAA Division I tournament for the fourth time in eight years
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Gary Hamill, who has Wingate at #1 in the NSCAA DII men's rankings, and earned his 300th win last week
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Dylan Harrison, who returned to his alma mater at Trinity (Texas) this season, and has Trinity at #3 in the NSCAA DIII women's rankings in his inaugural season
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Adam Hunter, head coach of Butler Community College, ranked #1 in the NJCAA Division I women's rankings
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Chad Waller breaking down the NAIA men's and women's soccer scene
Catch Episode 8 of the NSCAA College Soccer Podcast as once again Dean Linke spends time at every level of college soccer. Featured this week in order of appearance are: - Sean Worley, 21-year head coach of current #1 in the NJCAA Division III men’s rankings, Richland College in Dallas, Texas - NAIA men’s and women’s soccer update from Chad Waller - Jeff Parker, head coach of the undefeated and #5 NCAA Division III women’s power Stevens Institute of Technology - Rudy Brownell, who left Liberia at 13-years-old, has been with Tiffin University for 17 years as a coach and has the Dragons receiving votes in the most recent NCAA Division II men’s rankings - Rob Kehoe, NSCAA Director of College Programs, visits for the first time in a month to break down the ‘stories to watch’ as we move toward the Women’s College Cup in San Jose and the Men’s College Cup in Houston - Georgetown Women’s Soccer Coach Dave Nolan (#7 in the country) - Denver Men’s Soccer Coach Jamie Franks (#5 in the country and unbeaten in the regular season since October 2014)
Dean Linke is joined by a who's who of big personalities on this week's NSCAA College Soccer Podcast. One of the most recognizable USA soccer players of all time, Alexi Lalas, joins Dean to talk about his time at Rutgers, how college soccer prepared him for super stardom, and his thoughts on the future of college soccer.
From there, Bob Butehorn, who has Florida Gulf Coast riding a nine-game winning streak and leading men's Division I in scoring, joins Dean. Nikki Izzo Brown has West Virginia at #1 for the first time in school history and she is also on the program. In 21 years at WVU, Coach Izzo Brown has never had a losing season.
Dean then welcomes Ryan Souders, head coach of the DIII men's Calvin College program, DII women's #1 team in the country Western Washington head coach Travis Connell and NJCAA's DI men's coach Mark Sikoria from Parkland College (#4 in the country). The NAIA's Chad Waller wraps up this week's show with another in-depth look at NAIA soccer.
Big-time programs. Big-time coaches. Big-time personalities. All part of this week's NSCAA College Soccer Podcast.
Don't miss this week's NSCAA College Soccer Podcast #6, as Dean Linke is joined by a star-studded guest list: * U.S. Women's National Team superstar Heather O'Reilly, who recently retired from the U.S. National Team with three gold medals, a World Cup title, and two national championships from North Carolina, joins Dean to talk about how the college game prepared her the international game and coaches who impacted her along the way. * Jon Ruzan has the Paradise Valley Community College women's team at 14-0. Coach Ruzan tells Dean that seeing how the 1999 U.S. World Cup team motivated his daughter was his inspiration to coach women's soccer. His daughter would later meet Heather O'Reilly. * Betty Ann Kempf Townsley, who coached England legend Kelly Smith at Seton Hall, has DII's West Chester U women's team at 10-0-0. * Tony Tocco, the top man at Rockhurst for 45 years, has his team #1 in DII men. * Chris Babst, who played at Boston College, and coached under Mark Berson at South Carolina and Tim Lenahan at Northwestern, has DIII's University of Chicago undefeated * Butler's Paul Snape has the Bulldogs at #9 in the country and they face #10 Creighton this weekend. * NAIA's Chad Waller brings updates for men's and women's soccer.
Don’t miss this week’s episode of the NSCAA College Soccer Podcast as Dean Linke is joined at the start of the show by the legendary Aliceann Wilbur, who is the only coach the DIII William Smith Herons have ever known and she is the women’s college membership chair of the Advocacy Council for the NSCAA. From there, Dean welcomes Casey Brown, an original member of the NSCAA’s 30 Under 30 program, and now the head coach of the Holy Cross women’s soccer team.
Dean then visits with D2’s Chris Grassie, head coach of the Charleston (West Virginia) men’s team as well as Tyler Junior Community men’s soccer coach Steve Clements. Chad Waller covers NAIA men’s and women’s soccer. Dean ends the program talking Division I soccer with South Carolina women’s coach Shelley Smith, East Tennessee State men’s coach Bo Oshoniyi and the Big Ten Network’s Chris Doran.
Don’t miss this week’s episode of the NSCAA College Soccer Podcast with Dean Linke. It’s a big show as the NSCAA focuses on every level of college soccer.
Stephanie Golan, who has the Minnesota women’s soccer team at #9 in the country and unbeaten Big Ten play opens the show talking about her Golden Gophers. Before coming to Minnesota, Golan coached at Army.
Speaking of Army, this Friday, it’s Army-Navy 5, the 5th year those two men’s teams play at PPL Park in Philadelphia. Army’s Russell Payne, who is also the goalkeeper coach for Jurgen Klinsmann and the U.S. Men’s National Team, joins Dean.
Also on Friday night, Syracuse, the #2 team in the NSCAA men’s Division I rankings faces #3 Notre Dame in South Bend and Syracuse head coach Ian McIntyre, who led the Orange to the College Cup a year ago and has his team at 8-0 to start the season is on the program.
Another Ian, Ian Barker, the NSCAA Director of Coaching, discusses how the NSCAA is helping college coaches at every level.
Travis Clark, Top Drawer Soccer.com staff writer and editor, pops by to cover story lines for Division II soccer and walks us up to a visit with Jeff Hosler who has won two Division II women’s national championships at Grand Valley State University in 2 years, and, once again has the Lakers at #1 in the country.
On the DIII side, Chris Brown, continues to keep Kenyon College among the nation’s best – his men’s team is #2 in the NSCAA Division III rankings, and he joins Dean along with Ruben Gonzalez, who has led Cerritos College to four national championships and 50 games without a loss in the NJCAA women’s Division III level. Finally, the NAIA’s Chad Waller has audio updates covering NAIA men’s and women’s soccer.
Don't Miss Week 3 of the NSCAA College Soccer Podcast when U.S. Women's National Team head coach Jill Ellis drops in to salute her William & Mary College coach John Daly on his 400th win for the Tribe. Coach Ellis, who spent several years as the head coach of the UCLA women's soccer team, attributed much of the USA's success to the college game.
Coach Daly, who has 400 wins in 30 seasons with the Tribe, breaks down his journey with Dean Linke, including what it was like coaching Jill Ellis.
In addition, Michigan State men's soccer coach Damon Rensing, who has spent 22 years with the Spartans as a player and coach, is on the program. Rob Kehoe, NSCAA director of college programs, talks championships, NJCAA's Iowa Western CC men's head coach Jordan Carver has the Reivers at #2 and he joins Dean, and NAIA's Chad Waller gets us current on NAIA men's and women's soccer.
The NSCAA's brand-new College Soccer Podcast is geared towards colleges coaches of all divisions. Hosted by Dean Linke, the College Soccer Podcast will air every Thursday throughout the regular college season and will be discussing the biggest topics in the college game today. From rankings to news, featured interviews and more, the College Soccer Podcast is all things college soccer.
The NSCAA's brand-new College Soccer Podcast is geared towards colleges coaches of all divisions. Hosted by Dean Linke, the College Soccer Podcast will air every Thursday throughout the regular college season and will be discussing the biggest topics in the college game today. From rankings to news, featured interviews and more, the College Soccer Podcast is all things college soccer.