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Episode 255: Mateo Gasperoni | Serie A to FIU

Episode 255: Mateo Gasperoni | Serie A to FIU

Recent FIU grad/player, now assistant coach, Mateo Gasperoni joined to talk about his path from top academies in Italy, to the U15/17 Italian National Team, then making the jump to the states, and leaning into coaching the next-gen of American players in Southern Florida across NCAA to

Episode 254: Danny Frid | UNC Asheville Men's Soccer

Episode 254: Danny Frid | UNC Asheville Men's Soccer

Total Ace! Year 1 Head Coach at UNC Asheville, Danny Frid. From his overseas roots, to the plains of Oklahoma, NAIA, MO State Bears, and beyond... Coach Frid now leads the program at Big South Soccer Conference member: UNC Asheville. Looking for recruiting help... check out Tony at Prospect 2

Episode 252: Jeff Cacciatore

Episode 252: Jeff Cacciatore

This Jr. Bill, who grew up on The Hill, had a career that inspired many. Standing 5'5" in his prime, Jeff Cacciatore was an idol for many. From his early day's keeping up with his brothers, to landing a scholarship to play at SIUE, followed

Ep251: Tomas Gomez | Goalkeeping & more...

Ep251: Tomas Gomez | Goalkeeping & more...

Tomas Gomez. A true STL native with a pathway taking him from Webster Groves, to Gateway Club, to SLSG, to Georgetown, the USMNT, and 10 years a pro. Now... it's time to give back with Gateway City Goalkeeping. Check it out! #soccer #goalkeeping #training #hoyas #STLMade Coaches, be

Ep. 250: Session | AJ & Adam (soccer and tacos)

Ep. 250: Session | AJ & Adam (soccer and tacos)

Check out returning guest AJ Cochran, Adam Tilford of Session Taco's, and myself as we discuss Suarez biting, US Soccer Flailing, Blue Crab Taquitos, and more! Coaches, be sure to head over to Soccer Coaches Weekly and use PROMO CODE - SDP50 to receive 50% off your subscription to

Ep. 249: Ed Huneke | SIUE & More...

Ep. 249: Ed Huneke | SIUE & More...

This Cougar alum, and long time Cougar Head Coach, takes us from North County to the bluffs of Edwardsville and chat's all things college soccer. Coach Ed Huneke talks about his roots and over 40 years of coaching the beautiful game. He also breaks down and gives me

Ep 247: College Pathway Live Part 2

Ep 247: College Pathway Live Part 2

Part 2 of "College Pathway Live" recorded at St. Louis Scott Gallagher. In this episode our panel talks about the "MONEY." Scholarships, how many, the roll grades play, and more. They give some tips on player communication when reaching out, and they talk about the roll

Ep 246: College Pathway Part 1

Ep 246: College Pathway Part 1

Wow! Part 1 of our first "College Pathway Live" was a hit! We sat down with coaches from: SLU Men's, UMSL, Wash U., and SIUE to talk about all things college soccer recruiting. From where are they looking, which leagues, what player types, the intangibles, to

Ep. 245: Liam Collins

Ep. 245: Liam Collins

From Cork Ireland, to Memphis Soccer, to STL, we cover it all! This Irishman was on a pro trajectory when a showcase opened up a pathway to the States. With wages barely enough to cover the fuel to get to the club, Liam took advantage of a scholarship worth exponentially

Ep. 244: Pat Barry | Biz of Soccer

Ep. 244: Pat Barry | Biz of Soccer

Pat Barry has spent his life with the game. Most importantly, he's focused on the business side of things... which most "Soccer Guys" admittedly don't do well. Years of experience working with front offices, the coaching staffs, and connecting the parents and fans to

Ep. 243: Bobby Smith | NASL & USMNT

Ep. 243: Bobby Smith | NASL & USMNT

Bobby is a true OG! This New Jersey lad chatted up the early days, the travels, Pele, and more. Joined by his fellow NASL alum's... Steve Pecher & Denny Vaninger!!! Coaches, get your 50% discount from Soccer Coaches Weekly here: https://bit.ly/4kMk0m5 Learn more about your

Ep 242: South End Supporters

Ep 242: South End Supporters

Got 2/3rds of the South End Supporters to join us to talk about their pod, their pet peeves, and no stats. These STL City Loyalists (and realists), talk about the inception of the show, the focus, and the reality of supporting a team that is simply not cutting it.

Ep. 241: Bob Warming | NCAA Coaching Legend!

Ep. 241: Bob Warming | NCAA Coaching Legend!

"Bob The Builder"... Retired the winningest coach in D1 history, only coach to win 4 tournament games with different schools, holds the record for most conference championships (28), and he's LOVING his Grandpa Life! Absolute ace of a human... Bob Warming. #creighton #SLU #PennState #olddominion #ncaaD1

Ep 240: Chad Vandegriffe

Ep 240: Chad Vandegriffe

Chad Vandegriffe... true STL baller! From his early club days at Scott Gallagher, to D1 soccer powerhouses, and now 13 years a pro, we cover a lot! Recorded live at 4 Hands Brewery in The District in Chesterfield, we sat down with the MASL anchor and chopped up all things