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Ep 283: Johnny Torres | From TX to Omaha

Ep 283: Johnny Torres | From TX to Omaha

One of the top-class humans in College soccer... who happened to be a Herman Trophy recipient, AND was the #5 pick overall in the '98 MLS College draft... which means he was really good. Coach Johnny Torres, Creighton Men's HC, and Blue Jay alum himself, talks

Ep. 282: Jason Carney | State Title, New Book, & More...

Ep. 282: Jason Carney | State Title, New Book, & More...

Jason Carney is a return guest bringing some more insight, new updates, a state title, and a new book to the conversation! Give him a follow on LinkedIn for a ton of great insight on coaching, development, character, and more! LinkedIn - Click Here #portland #soccer #coaching #development #highschool #culture Learn

Ep. 280: Justin Bernaix

Ep. 280: Justin Bernaix

As a club coach, high school coach, and JuCo coach... "JB" has seen a lot. As a fellow Granite City alum, we talked about his roots, his process, and some of the nuances of the current game when it comes to coaching, vs development, to recruiting, and more!

RECRUITING SPECIAL: MLS Flex '26 and Beyond!

RECRUITING SPECIAL: MLS Flex '26 and Beyond!

Recruiting specialist Andy Fleming joins to talk about Flex, the current recruiting landscape, and more. Be sure to give him a follow on Instagram at @andyflemingsoccer #collegesoccer #mlsnext #academysoccer #recruiting #commitment #ncaasoccer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Listen to THE Soccer Dad-Pod: Spotify - Apple

Ep. 279: Thomas Dooley | USMNT Legend

Ep. 279: Thomas Dooley | USMNT Legend

At 18 Thomas was playing in the 13th division in Germany. A few short years later he was in the Bundesliga's top division, playing for national cups, and competing for a spot on the German National Team. Fast forward 12 years and he's wearing the Stars

Ep. 278: Ambush-Stars & TST 2026

Ep. 278: Ambush-Stars & TST 2026

TST 7v7 is arguably the most exciting soccer tournament in America... no joke. With teams coming from every corner of the world to fight for the $1M prize, St. Louis is now entering it's second team: Ambush-Stars. Joining me was Will Eskay and Christian Briggs, both TST

Ep. 277: David Murray | Soccer Dad

Ep. 277: David Murray | Soccer Dad

Not only does he play the part of a "Soccer Dad," he actually wrote a book called "Soccer Dad." David Murray, author and award-winning journalist, chats with me and an old-time friend, also a "Soccer Dad," Christian Moder. David talks about the

SPECIAL: Carson Hall interviews Me... It was awesome.

SPECIAL: Carson Hall interviews Me... It was awesome.

Today’s episode is a little bit different. The script has been flipped, as they say. Carson Hall, the St. Louis University High Senior, two-time state champion, lacrosse player, and all-around great kid, will be leading the conversation, interviewing me. Yes, that’s right, the guest is now

Ep270: Aidan Heaney | UNCW

Ep270: Aidan Heaney | UNCW

Coach Heaney is an anomaly in today's college soccer landscape... in a great way. With 25 years at UNCW, over 200+ wins, the loyalty and accolades continue to stand out and stack up! Check out our chat featuring his pathway from Newcastle Upon Tyne, to the States, and

Ep 268: John Hackworth

Ep 268: John Hackworth

There are few in US Soccer circles that have the experience, the pedigree, and most importantly, the respect from peers as John Hackworth. With a literal lifetime in the game, his path from WF asst., to the USMNT ranks, MLS benches, and now on his way to The Naval Academy