Soccer is the most cultured and beloved sport in the world. So many young kids around the world dream of being a professional and playing on the biggest stages. Knowing what to expect at the highest levels and what it takes to get there can be their guidi
Dan Abrahams is a world-renown sports psychologist who has immersed himself in the world of football and has worked with some of the biggest names and clubs in the game. Dan is currently on staff at Feyenoord where he has helped influence the minds of the players to a Dutch Cup title and a 2nd place finish in the Eredivisie. Making his 2nd appearance on the FOOTYPOD, Dan joined us at the 2024 United Soccer Coaches Convention to follow up from our first episode. Giving us one of our most well-received interviews by players of all levels, we brought Dan back to give our coach listeners a little something too. Tune in to hear how Dan has helped coaches all over the world tap into their best self. (Recorded January 12, 2024) Dan Abrahams: @danabrahamssport Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory, @footybrand, @footy.pod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/footypod/support
Nicolai Adam is the Head of International Sports Projects at Eintracht Frankfurt in the German Bundesliga. Nicolai is a holder of the UEFA Pro License, has served as a coach educator and International Football Development Advisor for the German Football Association (DFB), worked as the UEFA Head of Coach Education in Azerbaijan where he was also in charge of the U19 National Team, and prepared the India U17 National Team for the 2017 FIFA World Cup. Nicolai joined us at the 2024 United Soccer Coaches Convention in Anaheim to discuss his current role, his past coaching experiences, his preparation leading a team from India for their first-ever World Cup, along with other thoughts on coaching education and development. (Recorded January 12, 2024) Eintracht Frankfurt: @eintrachtfrankfurt Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory, @footybrand, @footy.pod Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/footypod/support
Jermaine Jones broke into the German Bundesliga at just 18 years old, and went on to make over 200 appearances for the likes of Eintracht Frankfurt, Bayer Leverkusen, and Schalke - along with another 30 games to his name in the UEFA Champions League. Jermaine represented the USMNT on the international level and was a key figure in the American midfield for 8 years, including the 2014 FIFA World Cup - where he scored an iconic goal against Portugal to help his country advance to the round of 16. He is now the Head Coach of Central Valley Fuego FC in USL 1. We met Jermaine at the 2024 United Soccer Coaches Convention in Anaheim, and he stopped by to chat with us about his switch to the USMNT from Germany in 2010, cultural differences from Europe to America, his transition now from player to coach, how he is preparing for his new team, lessons learned from his best coach, favorite career memories, and much, much more. You won't want to miss this episode! (Recorded January 12, 2024) Jermaine Jones: @jermainejunior Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory, @footybrand, @footy.pod Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/footypod/support
Randy Waldrum is currently the head coach for Pitt Women's Soccer and recently took the Nigeria Women's National Team all the way to the Round of 16 in the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, narrowly missing out on the Quarter-Finals on a penalty shootout loss to England - one of the tournament favorites. Randy joined us at the 2024 United Soccer Coaches Convention in Anaheim to discuss his team's preparation for the competition and the tactical adjustments they made game to game to give his team the best chance of success. He also shares his perspectives on the state of the U.S. Women's National Team and the direction that the women's game is headed as a whole. Randy Waldrum: @randy_waldrum Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory, @footybrand, @footy.pod Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/footypod/support
Victor Ulloa was one of the original FC Dallas homegrown talents signed to professional contracts in 2010, has now played 13 years in the MLS, and is the all-time leader in appearances for Inter Miami with 78 games to his name for the club. Victor sat down with us to talk about his time coming through the FC Dallas Academy, making the transition into the first team, and how he has managed all the highs and the lows of a great career so far, highlighted with Inter Miami's Leagues Cup Final victory this past season in a dramatic penalty shootout. Use our special promo code FOOTY24 for a discounted registration price of $425 to the 2024 United Soccer Coaches Convention in Anaheim, CA from January 10-14. Victor Ulloa: @ulloa_victor Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory, @footybrand, @footy.pod Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/footypod/support
Use our special promo code FOOTY24 for a discounted registration price of $425 to the 2024 United Soccer Coaches Convention in Anaheim, CA from January 10-14. Dave Simeone is the Director of Education Programs for United Soccer Coaches and plays a big role in the organization of the largest coaching convention in the world. Sean and Evan brought Dave onto the show to discuss the history of the event and what to expect for this year's version. United Soccer Coaches: @unitedsoccercoaches Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory, @footybrand, @footy.pod Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/footypod/support
*RECORDED JUNE 22, 2023* Use our special promo code FOOTY24 for a discounted registration price of $425 to the 2024 United Soccer Coaches Convention in Anaheim, CA from January 10-14. Sean and Evan gather in our Dallas studio one last time to recap the 2023 Convention and update listeners on the latest movements from Footy Factory. Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory, @footybrand, @footy.pod Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/footypod/support
Oliver Berquez was a professional footballer for 19 years, appearing in over 750 senior matches during his career, and is now part of the ownership team for a developmental company called Building Champions. Oliver and his team were our neighbors on Podcast Row at the United Soccer Coaches Convention in Philadelphia, and sat down with us for our very last interview of the weekend to share insight on the Building Champions vision and the groundbreaking VR technology they have built to aid cognitive development and tactical awareness/understanding. Oliver Berquez: @oliverberquez1 Building Champions: @buildingchamps1 www.building-champions.pro Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Footy Factory: @footyfactory, @footybrand, @footy.pod www.footyfactory.us --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/footypod/support
Kareem Rae is the Founder/CEO of One Soccer Nation and author of the book, I Want to Become A Professional Soccer Player. Kareem sat down with us on the last day of the United Soccer Coaches Convention in Philadelphia to talk about his ambition to build a professional club, his inspiration for writing his first book at 18 years old, and the process he took to publishing it. Kareem Rae: @kareem.rae One Soccer Nation: @osnationllc www.onesoccernation.com Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Footy Factory: @footyfactory, @footybrand, @footy.pod www.footyfactory.us --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/footypod/support
Alexi Lalas is a member of the National Soccer Hall of Fame for his contribution to the USMNT and MLS during his professional career, earning the 1995 U.S. Soccer Athlete of the Year following his performances at the 1994 FIFA World Cup. He is now a prominent soccer analyst for Fox Sports and hosts the State of the Union podcast. Alexi shared his time with us at the United Soccer Coaches Convention in Philadelphia to discuss the evolution of individual player development, the future potential of our current USMNT group, and how he is able to leverage his position on TV to generate more interest in the game and further the sport in our country. Alexi Lalas: @alexi_lalas Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Footy Factory: @footyfactory, @footybrand, @footy.pod www.footyfactory.us --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/footypod/support
Jackie Gutierrez is an independent soccer journalist covering the NWSL and USWNT under her media company, Women Kick Balls. Jackie stopped by our booth at the United Soccer Coaches Convention in Philadelphia to chat about how she carved out her role in telling the story of the NWSL, investment in the women's game, and insights she's learned from being so close to coaches and players. Jackie Gutierrez: @jackieguttie Women Kick Balls: @womenkickballs www.womenkickballs.com Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Footy Factory: @footyfactory, @footybrand, @footy.pod www.footyfactory.us --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/footypod/support
James Beeston and Matthew Needham are part of the ownership team at Beestera Soccer Training, based out of Albany, NY. We caught up with James and Matt at the United Soccer Coaches Convention in Philadelphia back in January to discuss the importance of supplemental training in our culture, how different types of teaching and learning can affect outcomes, and what direction they plan to take their brand in the coming years. One of the most insightful interviews of our United Soccer Coaches Convention series! Beestera Soccer Training: @beesterasoccertraining James Beeston: @jamesbeeston23 Matthew Needham: @needham1110 Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory, @footybrand, @footy.pod Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/footypod/support
James Wagenschutz is a coach educator for the U.S. Soccer Federation and United Soccer Coaches and has taken up numerous positions with youth clubs, college programs, MLS clubs, and the U.S. National Team over the years. James joined us at the United Soccer Coaches Convention in Philadelphia to define sports performance and how it will evolve going forward with more congested competition schedules at the highest levels. He also shared his views on fitness testing for footballers and how young athletes should approach their athletic development to maximize their potential. James Wagenschutz: @jwagz13 Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory, @footybrand, @footy.pod Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/footypod/support
Rachel Allen just finished her sophomore year nabbing 3rd Team All-American honors at Dallas Baptist University, after a freshman campaign where she earned 1st Team All-Conference and helped her team all the way to the NCAA II Final Four. Rachel is also Evan's cousin. She made her way to the United Soccer Coaches Convention in Philadelphia to attend the All-American Banquet and stopped by our booth on Podcast Row to talk about her experience at DBU, her ambitions for the future, and what young players should look for in a school during the recruiting process. Rachel Allen: @rachelallllen DBU Women's Soccer: @dbuwomenssoccer Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory, @footybrand, @footy.pod Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/footypod/support
Ryan Kennedy started 51 of his 61 career games at West Texas A&M, and went on to play semi-professionally for Philadelphia Fury before getting involved with Trace Soccer in Austin, TX. Ryan met up with us at the United Soccer Coaches Convention in Philadelphia to discuss his role in the company, what separates Trace from its competitors, and the direction they are headed for the future. Ryan Kennedy: @ryanbkenn Trace Soccer: @traceup Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory, @footybrand, @footy.pod Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/footypod/support
Tim Schum is a longtime head coach at Binghamton University, where he won 259 games across 29 seasons in a Hall of Fame career. Tim also served as editor of the NSCAA Soccer Journal for 20 years, and published his most recent book, 'Relentless' in 2022. Tim met with us on Day 2 at the United Soccer Coaches Convention in Philadelphia to talk about his new book and pioneering the growth of the game in the US from the ground level. Buy 'Relentless by Tim Schum: https://www.amazon.com/Relentless-American-Soccer-Coaches-Helped/dp/1782552243/ref=sr_1_1?qid=1680149815&refinements=p_27%3ATim+Schum&s=books&sr=1-1&text=Tim+Schum Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory, @footybrand, @footy.pod Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/footypod/support
Dan Abrahams is a world-renowned sports psychologist, best-selling author, and Host of the Sport Psych Show. We were fortunate to meet Dan at the United Soccer Coaches Convention in Philadelphia, where he shared stories of his experiences working with some of the top footballers in the world, and gave practical and insightful advice for young players on how to train their mental capacity to achieve high performance. Dan Abrahams: @danabrahamssport Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory, @footybrand, @footy.pod Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/footypod/support
Vince Ganzberg is the former Director of Coaching Education with United Soccer Coaches, and is now in the same role with US Club Soccer. Vince sat down with us in Philadelphia at the United Soccer Coaches Convention to talk about his vast experience as a coach developer and the biggest differences between USSF and USC coaching education. Vince Ganzberg: @vinceganzberg United Soccer Coaches: @unitedsoccercoaches US Club Soccer: @usclubsoccer Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory, @footybrand, @footy.pod Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/footypod/support
Jimmy Elder is the Founder of Soccer Innovations and is now a 4-time NJCAA National Championship winning Head Coach of Brookhaven Women's Soccer. His son, Jeremy is now the COO of the company and has been running the business full-time since 2015. The Elders joined us in Philadelphia at the United Soccer Coaches Convention to talk about the origin of the company, building a championship culture in the women's soccer program at Brookhaven College, and more on our partnership together. Jimmy Elder: @jimmyelder1 Jeremy Elder: @jelder1987 Soccer Innovations: @soccerinnovations Brookhaven Women's Soccer: @brookhavenwsoccer Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory, @footybrand, @footy.pod Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/footypod/support
Surprise episode before we return to our United Soccer Coaches Convention interviews. Brad Namdar is the GM and Technical Director for Denton Diablos FC in the NPSL, and has been in former roles such as the Head Coach at Mountain View College, Director of Soccer Operations at SMU, and Estagio at FC Dallas. Brad joined us to talk about the ambitions of the club, the types of players and staff they are looking to build around, and how he is working to build a community behind the brand in the Denton area. Brad Namdar: @bradnamdartx Denton Diablos FC: @dentondiablosfc Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @EvanBozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/footypod/support
Ged Quinn is a product of Sunderland AFC's youth academy in England, came to the U.S. to play collegiately where he was an All-American at Lenoir-Rhyne University, and is now the Academy Director at Barca Academy in Casa Grande, AZ. Ged took the time to answer all of our questions about the structure and daily workings of Barca Academy, their relationship with La Masia, and some of the challenges they face that naturally prompt their plan for each player. Ged Quinn: @quinng83 Barca Academy AZ: @barcaacademyaz Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/footypod/support
Luis Swisher is a former Guatemalan National Team player with a 15-year professional career, and is now an Academy Coach for St. Louis City SC in MLS. Luis sat down with us to talk about the work they've done to get the club off the ground, the community that is building behind the brand, and how his experiences have paved the path he is on. Luis Swisher: @luiswisher St. Louis City: @stlcitysc St. Louis City Academy: @stlcityacademy Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/footypod/support
The FOOTYPOD has been accepted onto Podcast Row at the United Soccer Coaches Convention! Sean Afkhaminia and Evan Bozman share their game plan on guests they hope to interview, questions that may be asked, and plans to promote the brand on a national stage. Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/footypod/support
*Recorded 11/15* Sean Afkhaminia and Evan Bozman sit down to offer their best-informed, but mostly-incorrect predictions for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/footypod/support
No matter who you are, there will come a time in your career where your conditioned way of being and thinking is challenged. Sean Afkhaminia and Evan Bozman sit down to discuss examples of how top players have adapted to different systems, and why you need to carry that same mentality to maximize your own personal potential. Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/footypod/support
Everyone has certain perceptions of the world that shape their own reality. The things that make you unique are your biggest strengths. Sean Afkhaminia and Evan Bozman open up about how their experiences have molded them into the coaches/trainers they are today, and who they hope to become in the future. (Apologies for the audio issues
Sean Afkhaminia and Evan Bozman go off on an impromptu rant about misconduct allegations among coaches and executives in the women's game that have come to light recently and have become a systemic issue in the industry. Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory
The newest addition to the Footy Factory staff of player development training specialists is Tobi Ayedun, who joins the show to share his story of growing up in Nigeria, adapting to life in a new country, and moving through it with an unwavering enthusiasm. Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Tobi Ayedun: @success_ayedun Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory
Every footballer is putting their body at risk each time they step onto a pitch, and the injury bug is sure to bite in some form in due time. Regardless of the severity, injuries can be physically and emotionally overwhelming for any player. Sean Afkhaminia and Evan Bozman have both dealt with their fair share of injuries and sit down together to talk you through your own road to recovery. Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory
Professing to promote problem-solving in training is one thing, but explicitly stimulating a player's understanding is another. On this episode, Sean Afkhaminia invites long-time friend and Director of PIT Soccer Academy, Bobby Njoroge, on the show to give practical insight for coaches and trainers to inspire the development of decision-makers in their own environment. Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Bobby Njoroge: @bobbynjoroge, @pitsoccer Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory
Abraham Armas, DKSC Strength Coach and the face of Armas Strength & Conditioning, joins Sean Afkhaminia on this episode to discuss the integration of performance training for footballers of all levels, along with its intrinsic value to a player's success and longevity. Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Abraham Armas: @abearmas, @armasstrengthdfw Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
On this episode, Sean Afkhaminia peels back the curtain to offer viewers some rare insight into his DKSC 06B ECNL game model, giving a full tactical breakdown of how they prepared to approach Dallas Cup. Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
At its essence, football is just a game. But much like any sport, there is so much more to it than that. Sean Afkhaminia and Evan Bozman dive deep into the disciplines, values, and lessons the game can teach you about life if you look for them. Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
We know you mean well, but you could be hurting your player in the long run rather than helping them grow into their full potential. Sean Afkhaminia and Evan Bozman discuss some things you should and shouldn't do as a parent based on their experiences and observations from a coach's perspective. Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Plenty of drama in the Champions League this week, so come join Sean Afkhaminia and Evan Bozman as they link up to review every tie from the second leg of the round of 16, before giving their predictions for the quarterfinals. Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
The Champions League has returned for the knockout stages! This week, Sean Afkhaminia and Evan Bozman kick their feet back to watch and review every tie from the first leg of the round of 16, before giving their predictions for the second leg. Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Culture is a combination of what you create and what you allow. Sean Afkhaminia and Evan Bozman sit down to explore the process of creating a culture of success in your team and training environment. Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
The sport can be cruel, but the game is all love. Sean Afkhaminia and Evan Bozman host David Balyeat, aka SocccerDave, to discuss the importance of building a relationship with the ball at the foundational level, and how that root affection can carry players through the inevitable challenges that come with competitive football. Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman David Balyeat: @socccerdave Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
African nations have consistently produced some of the top talents in the world, so what is still hindering the progress of their domestic football? Sean Afkhaminia and Evan Bozman invite Abdul Mohammed of Golden Boot Academy out of Oakland, California on the show to discuss the wave that GBA is making in the Bay Area, their experience working with the Ethiopian National Team in preparation for World Cup Qualifiers, and current allegations of corruption in the Africa Cup of Nations. Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Abdul Mohammed: @abdu_umer13 Golden Boot Academy: @goldenbootacademy Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
On the surface, women's professional soccer appears to be finally flourishing, but the truth is that there is still a long way to go for the game to get where it needs to be. Peyton Perea (Glasgow City FC, formerly: North Carolina Courage) and Charmé Morgan (Racing Louisville FC) bring first-hand experience and inside information at the highest level - the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL). They join Host, Sean Afkhaminia, and Co-Host, Evan Bozman, to discuss some glaring issues in the women's game, how their experiences differ from other major professional leagues, and what can be done to improve women's soccer as a whole. Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Peyton Perea: @peypereaaa Charmé Morgan: @__luckycharms_ Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Being a champion is about so much more than just the trophies and medals you have to your name. Host Sean Afkhaminia and Co-Host Evan Bozman welcome Guest Josh Ramsey on episode 23 of the FootyPOD, where the freshman Notre Dame center-back talks about his past winning experiences, what it takes to be a winner, and why true champions never really lose. Sean Afkhaminia: @sean.afkhaminia Evan Bozman: @evanbozman Josh Ramsey: @joshuaeramsey Website: www.footyfactory.us Facebook: @footyfactorydallas Instagram: @footyfactory Twitter: @footyfactory LinkedIn: Footy Factory YouTube: Footy Factory --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Join Host, Sean Afkhaminia, and new Co-Host, Evan Bozman, for the return and an all-new episode of the FootyPOD. This week they discuss the many changes made over the past couple of years, from facing challenges, getting back to our roots, and the long-term vision for the brand as a whole. This is one episode that you won't want to miss! Connect with Footy Factory: www.footyfactory.us www.facebook.com/footyfactorydallas www.instagram.com/footyfactory www.twitter.com/footyfactory www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_8DVN42e4vEKvZCuvlhRA
Riccardo La Barbera, Founder of The Futbo Lab Soccer School in Salida, CA, joins Sean Afkhaminia and co-host Evan Bozman for a special edition of the FootyPOD to discuss the roles that coaches and trainers play and why both are important to a player's overall development. Connect with Riccardo: www.facebook.com/TheFutboLab/ | www.instagram.com/thefutbolab | https://twitter.com/TheFutbolab | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdSPpm4RhYTFurGPlHkwk7Q. Connect with Sean: www.facebook.com/sean.afkhaminia | www.instagram.com/sean.afkhaminia. Connect with Footy Factory: www.footyfactory.us | www.facebook.com/footyfactorydallas | www.instagram.com/footyfactory | www.twitter.com/footyfactory | www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_8DVN42e4vEKvZCuvlhRA --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Upper90 Sports Media Owner, Sean Miller, takes some time out to talk about the landscape of North Texas Soccer and the effects of recent changes made by the United States Soccer Federation. Connect with Sean: www.upper90sportsmedia.com | www.facebook.com/uppr90 | www.instagram.com/upper90 | www.twitter.com/uppr90. Connect with Sean: www.facebook.com/sean.afkhaminia | www.instagram.com/sean.afkhaminia. Connect with Footy Factory: www.footyfactory.us | www.facebook.com/footyfactorydallas | www.facebook.com/ffpremier | www.instagram.com/footyfactory | www.instagram.com/ffpremier | www.twitter.com/footyfactory | www.twitter.com/ffpremierdallas | www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_8DVN42e4vEKvZCuvlhRA --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Former Lonestar SC Coach, Aidan Hamman, joins the show to share his passion and knowledge of the game as well as discuss his recent decision to take some time away from coaching. Connect with Aidan: www.facebook.com/aidan.hamman | www.instagram.com/aidanhamman4 | www.tiwtter.com/AHamman19. Connect with Sean: www.facebook.com/sean.afkhaminia | www.instagram.com/sean.afkhaminia. Connect with Footy Factory: www.footyfactory.us | www.facebook.com/footyfactorydallas | www.facebook.com/ffpremier | www.instagram.com/footyfactory | www.instagram.com/ffpremier | www.twitter.com/footyfactory | www.twitter.com/ffpremierdallas | www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_8DVN42e4vEKvZCuvlhRA --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
FF Premier and Cayman Islands National Team player, Tyler Lee, talks about being a multi-sport athlete, his career as a personal trainer at Cowboys Fit, and a take on why the USMNT may struggle against some of the smaller nations in CONCACAF. Connect with Tyler: www.facebook.com/tyler.lee.56027 | www.instagram.com/t_harvey_l. Connect with Sean: www.facebook.com/sean.afkhaminia | www.instagram.com/sean.afkhaminia. Connect with Footy Factory: www.footyfactory.us | www.facebook.com/footyfactorydallas | www.facebook.com/ffpremier | www.instagram.com/footyfactory | www.instagram.com/ffpremier | www.twitter.com/footyfactory | www.twitter.com/ffpremierdallas | www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_8DVN42e4vEKvZCuvlhRA --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
City Futsal Co-Founder, Esteban Mariel, talks about how he found his calling in the sport of Futsal and what it truly means to be an entrepreneur. Connect with Esteban: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=18812687 | www.instagram.com/tebe33. Connect with Sean: www.facebook.com/sean.afkhaminia | www.instagram.com/sean.afkhaminia. Connect with Footy Factory: www.footyfactory.us | www.facebook.com/footyfactorydallas | www.facebook.com/ffpremier | www.instagram.com/footyfactory | www.instagram.com/ffpremier | www.twitter.com/footyfactory | www.twitter.com/ffpremierdallas | www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_8DVN42e4vEKvZCuvlhRA --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Titans FC Sport Performance Director and 02B, 06B, 09B, and 09B White Head Coach, Gavin Mole, talks about his time playing for West Bromwich Albion youth, coaching in the Manchester City academy, and how he's using his passion for nutrition to help grow his current club. Connect with Gavin: www.flawednutrition.com | www.facebook.com/moley | www.instagram.com/moley10 | www.twitter.com/CoachGavM. Connect with Sean: www.facebook.com/sean.afkhaminia | www.instagram.com/sean.afkhaminia. Connect with Footy Factory: www.footyfactory.us | www.facebook.com/footyfactorydallas | www.facebook.com/ffpremier | www.instagram.com/footyfactory | www.instagram.com/ffpremier | www.twitter.com/footyfactory | www.twitter.com/ffpremierdallas | www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_8DVN42e4vEKvZCuvlhRA --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Arlington Bowie Boys' Varsity Soccer Head Coach and Founder of FC Link, Brandon Voss, talks about the steps he took in changing a culture and building a successful program, while touching on a few hot topics in high school soccer today. Connect with Brandon: www.facebook.com/brandon.voss.169 | www.instagram.com/bvoss532 | www.twitter.com/bvoss532. Connect with Sean: www.facebook.com/sean.afkhaminia | www.instagram.com/sean.afkhaminia. Connect with Footy Factory: www.footyfactory.us | www.facebook.com/footyfactorydallas | www.facebook.com/ffpremier | www.instagram.com/footyfactory | www.instagram.com/ffpremier | www.twitter.com/footyfactory | www.twitter.com/ffpremierdallas | www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_8DVN42e4vEKvZCuvlhRA --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Former Footy Factory Goalkeeper Trainer and FF Premier player, Patrick Satorie, joins us from Melbourne, Australia as he shares some wonderful insight on development from a goalkeeper's perspective and what he might have done differently if given the chance. Connect with Patrick: www.facebook.com/patrick.satorie | www.instagram.com/patsatorie | www.twitter.com/pat_satorie. Connect with Sean: www.facebook.com/sean.afkhaminia | www.instagram.com/sean.afkhaminia. Connect with Footy Factory: www.footyfactory.us | www.facebook.com/footyfactorydallas | www.facebook.com/ffpremier | www.instagram.com/footyfactory | www.instagram.com/ffpremier | www.twitter.com/footyfactory | www.twitter.com/ffpremierdallas | www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_8DVN42e4vEKvZCuvlhRA --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Dallas Texans 10B and 11G Head Coach, Abdol Adloo, takes some time out to tell us a few tales from his youth career, playing in South America and Europe, plus the story of how Dallas Texans were formed. Connect with Abdol: www.facebook.com/abdol.adloo | www.instagram.com/coach_abdol | www.twitter.com/AbdolAdloo. Connect with Sean: www.facebook.com/sean.afkhaminia | www.instagram.com/sean.afkhaminia. Connect with Footy Factory: www.footyfactory.us | www.facebook.com/footyfactorydallas | www.facebook.com/ffpremier | www.instagram.com/footyfactory | www.instagram.com/ffpremier | www.twitter.com/footyfactory | www.twitter.com/ffpremierdallas | www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_8DVN42e4vEKvZCuvlhRA --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app