Goleline Podcast

Dave Simeone is currently the Director of Education Programs for United Soccer Coaches. Simeone will be responsible for managing and executing all educational content and the master education schedule for members, including the Convention program. Simeone's previous coaching experience covers the game at every level, from youth soccer to the 1999 FIFA Women's World Cup Championship team. 

Rachel Maga is the founder of Ten Four Social - a social media marketing company who's mission is to inspire creativity and passion through authentic storytelling in the digital space. Rachel founded the company in 2015 and has worked with many different clients throughout the years including Jerome Bettis and Juju Smith Schuster.   We also talk about what high school and college athletes can do to help build their “personal brand” through different social media platforms.

Louis is currently the goalkeeper coach for the San Diego Wave. He also currently serves as a Director with the Surf Soccer Club. Louis has an extensive coaching background from all levels that also includes the USYNT. 

This episode was recorded for the SETGK Show now available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Darrin MacLeod is currently the goalkeeper coach for Sporting KC 2 in the MLS Next Pro League. Darrin joined the coaching ranks after a brief professional career. Darrin also broke multiple goalkeeping records during his time playing with Drake University. 

Kelly Farrell is currently the head coach at Arkansas Little Rock. A graduate of Loyola (Maryland), Kelly has worked her way up through the coaching ranks that included stops at Monmouth, Georgia Southern, UAB and University of Nebraska-Omaha.

Charlie Bales is currently co-general manager for the defending USL 2 National Champions, Des Moines Menace. In this episode, we talk about his path to becoming GM as well as what the future holds for soccer in Des Moines, Iowa as they work to become a new USL Championship expansion team.

Brody Sams is the current goalkeeper coach for Gotham FC in the NWSL. In this episode we talk about Brody's career and connecting with professional goalkeepers as a new coach.

Sergio Gonzalez is currently the goalkeeper coach for Racing Louisville in the NWSL. This is a great conversation to listen to for any coaches looking to develop themselves and their goalkeepers. 

Andy Pakler is currently an assistant basketball coach at Shadyside Academy in Pittsburgh, PA. This conversation talks about his growth as a coach and how he's adapted to different high school athletes and environments. A fun conversation to go through winning multiple championships and what it takes to be successful. 

Bri Brown is the Strength & Conditioning Coach for the University of Pittsburgh Women's Basketball Team. Bri has extensive experience at a high level working with the Soccer and Basketball programs at Utah State and the University of Houston. Bri joined the University after working as Director of High Performance of Racing Louisville in the NWSL. Bri and Jesse talk about her training philosophy, similarities in training basketball and soccer players and much more. An episode you will absolutely enjoy!

In this episode, Registered Dietician, Jaimee Cooper joins the show to discuss all things nutrition. Nutrition is the backbone and number one way to support an active and elite lifestyle. Make sure you listen to some of the tips Jaimee talks about to help you perform at your highest level! Follow Jaimee on instagram @soccer.nutrionist

This show was recorded at the United Soccer Coaches Convention. Doug is a keynote speaker and author of two bestselling books "Teach Like a Champion 3.0" and "Coach's Guide to Teaching". He is also the Co-Managing Director of Teach Like a Champion - Uncommon Schools. A non-profit that aims to dramatically improve teaching through the study of exceptional teachers. Follow Doug on twitter @Doug_Lemov. 

John DeWitt joined the show to discuss all things sports performance and how to train. John is one of the creators of the United Soccer Coaches Sports Performance Diploma. John holds a CSCS, US Soccer A License and a Ph.D. from the University of Texas. John has been the head coach of the University of New Mexico Women's Soccer team, Strength & Conditioning coach for Trinidad and Tobago National team. He is currently Head Performance Coach for the Houston Dynamo Academy and Fitness Coach for the Houston Dash. 

Lloyd Yaxley, Goalkeeper coach for the Kansas City Current joined the show at the United Soccer Coaches Convention. Topics discussed included establishing an IDP (Individual Development Plan) to working with his goalkeepers to understand them to help them develop to their full potential.  Lloyd's experiences as a goalkeeper coach include working for the women's national team, the Washington Spirit, and most recently Orlando Pride. 

Ryan Coulter, Head of Houston Dynamo Academy Goalkeeping joins the show. Topics discussed include the steps into building and establishing a great youth goalkeeping environment, building relationships with players of all ages.  Ryan gave two great presentations at the United Soccer Coaches Convention on the style of coaching they teach in the Dynamo Academy and how they implement session design. 

Jill Loyden, former USWNT goalkeeper and Founder of The Keeper Institute in Sewell, NJ joined the show to discuss how she creates a world class environment for her goalkeepers. Jill works with goalkeepers of all ages from youth to professional.  Some of the topics discussed went into working with the different level of goalkeepers, creating a safe environment, and much more. So many takeaways in just a short conversation.  Follow Jill and The Keeper Institute: @tkicoachjill & @thekeeperinstitute 

Omar Zeeni aka @ProGKAcademy_ on Instagram/Twitter sat down with me to discuss his new move as goalkeeper coach for the Las Vegas Lights of the USL Championship. Omar will also be the Director of Academy Goalkeeping. We talked about some of the tactics he used to make the jump from college to pro and how he earned the trust of high profile coaches.  Omar is also the co-founder of the "Union App" an app designed for goalkeeper and goalkeeper coaches to learn and discuss all things goalkeeping! Make sure you download the app today!

This is a phenomenal episode featuring the CEO of Switched On Training. A FREE mobile app that helps optimize human performance by combining physical and cognitive training using just your mobile device.  This app is being used by professional clubs, players and even our military and service men and women all across the world. Make sure you download the app today!

Jason Dowiak is the current head coach of the women's soccer program at UMASS. In this episode, we talk about his career journey, taking a risk on going from head coach to assistant to reach his goal. A great insight to how he runs a successful program and how to be a great assistant at successful programs. 

In this episode, Geoff VanDeusen is welcomed to the show. Geoff is the incoming CEO for United Soccer Coaches! Jesse and Geoff dive deep into his coaching background and professional career as Geoff describes his core values on how to build successful & winning teams. 

Kylie Stannard, Men's Head Soccer Coach at Yale University joins Jesse to discuss his coaching journey. We also talk about his success at Yale and most recently winning the Ivy League for the first time in over 20 years. 

Ross Ballantyne joins Jesse today to discuss his experiences coaching to the high level he's at today. We dive into his different experiences working with all levels of goalkeepers and helping them succeed and advance to the next level. Follow Ross @savehandsgk on instagram!

James Landham, Goalkeeper Coach for the Montana Grizzlies Women's Soccer program joins the show today to discuss his coaching experiences. James has coached at different levels of the men's and women's game. Listen in for all that he's learned throughout the years! Enjoy!

Chris Kovensky, Assistant Coach for the Men's Basketball Program at Old Dominion University joins Jesse to talk about coaching players at the highest level. Discussions include Chris' path to where he is now and working with NBA players and some of the best college basketball players in the country. Follow Chris on Instagram @coachkovy

In this episode, Cam Sauro, GK Coach for Florida International University joins Jesse to talk about his path from his playing to coaching career. Cam has also coached at East Tennessee State University. 

Jackie Bruno, Head Coach of Division II College of Staten Island Women's Soccer Team talks with Jesse about her past experiences of playing professionally and her journey into coaching. Jackie is a phenomenal person & coach who shares lots of advice in 30 minutes! Check it out!

Dr. Andy Seraphin (@thefutbolphysios) joins the show today. We talk about all things training & recovering. Andy dives into his experience working with youth & professional athletes as well as what he thinks the best training programs should include.  Enjoy!

Today's guest needs no introduction. Jill Loyden, founder of The Keeper Institute as well as former USWNT Goalkeeper joins Jesse to discuss developing the goalkeeper holistically. Digging into the mental side and understanding the person first before the goalkeeping.  Jill always provides the best info in regards to goalkeeping and you will not be disappointed! Follow @thekeeperinstitue on instagram!

Lauren Gallagher joins the podcast today to talk about all things relationship building, and player building from a mental aspect. Some things talked about are what players can do on a daily basis to gain an edge. Also discussed is what coaches can do daily to help build trust within their teams and with their players. Lauren is the owner of Sync It Up Sports which is the platform she uses to help coaches and teams create the best environment for athletes to grow. Follow @syncitupsports

Sam Caucci, Founder and CEO of 1huddle joins Jesse today to discuss core leadership values. 1Huddle is workforce training platform that uses game technology to help organizations better prepare their people for work. 1Huddle works with companies such as ESPN, Audible, Madison Square Garden and various other professional sports teams. Sam has been featured on Fox News,  Fox Business, CNN, CNBC, ESPN, Wall Street Journal and much more.  There is a ton of great info to be taken from this episode!

Erica Suter, aka @fitsoccerqueen came on the show to discuss all things life as a youth performance coach. Erica has such an incredible perspective on life and how to teach these young athletes to set goals, then accomplish them. She is such an amazing person and provides her athletes with one of the best training environments out there! Enjoy! Follow Erica at @fitsoccerqueen

Jamie Cleland, Goalkeeper Coach at Monmouth University joins the podcast. We dive into how Jamie started his coaching career and how he's been able to grow through training some of the best young goalkeepers in the nation.  Follow along Jamie's journey @jcgoalkeepeing!

This episode, co-owner of Tactekks Soccer Training, Joey Spivack joins to talk about the downfalls of club soccer and coaching in the USA. This was very eye opening to me to hear more insights to the development of the youth in the United States. I hope you're ready to have your mind blown! Enjoy! Make sure you follow along with Joey on Instagram @Tactekks_Soccer_Training

Today Jesse is joined by Academy Director, Tom Ovenden at Hotspurs SC located in Pittsburgh. We discuss his club development system from the u9 level to the semi-professional level. We dive into all things coaching & player development and creating the right environment for players and coaches to succeed.Follow along @pittsburghhotspurs 

Today's episode features Motivational speaker, author, life coach athlete, Matt Scoletti. Matt is an incredible human with an incredible story. Having once been a functional alcoholic, Matt woke up one day and decided to change his life. Hear what he did and the steps he took to change his life one day at a time!Follow Matt for daily motivation at @mattscoletti

In this episode, I am joined by. Keystone College Men's Soccer Coach Joe Schneck. Joe has enjoyed a successful career at Keystone coming off back-to-back CSAC Champions. Before taking over at Keystone, Joe held the spot as the top assistant at Cornell.We talk about what it takes to turn around and make a program successful from a coaching standpoint. A lot of very quailty info in this episode! Hope you enjoy!Follow along to Keystone Men's College: @keystonemenssoccer

In this episode, I am joined by a fellow Centenary Alumni, Andrew Cobian. Andrew is currently the Director of Player Development for Hofstra University Men's Basketball.We dive into how Andrew started his career and how he rose to the ranks of a Division 1 Assistant. Andrew offers great advice for young coaches who want to break into the next level of coaching.Andrew is also the host of the "Coaches and Coffee Podcast". Thanks for listening!

In this episode, I am joined by Ryan Jones. Ryan Jones has had a very accomplished coaching career at such a young age. He currently coaches for Seattle United.As an assistant, Ryan helped lead Murray State to the OVC championship. A very accomplished player as well, Ryan enjoyed a brief playing career overseas. It was a pleasure having Ryan on and looking forward to his future successes!

This episode I am joined by Jake Rozhansky, College Cup champion, Maccabiah Gold Medalist and Professional footballer for Hapoel Afula -(Israeli 2nd Division).-Jesse & Jake talk about Jake's time playing for two of the most dominant NCAA programs in the nation (Virginia & Maryland) & his perspective on what it takes to be a national champion.-We also dive into Jake's time as captain at the University of Maryland & his leadership style.-Jake is the host of Not Your Average Footballer Podcast. Follow along to hear Jake interview some of the nation's current stars! @nyaf.podcast & @jroz12-Hope you enjoy!

In this episode, I am joined by an old friend, David Goldstein. David is currently the General Manager for the NPSL club, Atlantic City. David has a very unique story. After being forced to end his playing career due to a series of concussions, he began coaching.He started his coaching career at Princeton to eventually working his way to a General Manager position with Atlantic City. A very unique story indeed, hope you enjoy!

In this episode, I am joined by Tormenta FC (USL) Goalkeeper Coach, Nick Jaramillo. Nick has a very unique career path. Having never played the Goalkeeper position and attending one year of college, Nick worked his way into being an assistant and eventually working his way up to where he is today. I really enjoyed getting to hear this story and it will provide tons of value for any coaches/aspiring coaches.Follow along with Nick at @coach_nick9  

Maxx Wurzburger joins me today to talk about his playing & coaching career at Montclair State University (MSU). At MSU, Maxx was a standout 2x All-conference player and a four-year starter. He was also part of teams that made the NCAA Final Four and Elite Eight and won the NJAC Championship.We dive into Maxx's head coaching experience at 25 and his successful time with that. Maxx is currently an Assistant Coach at Recruiting Coordinator Montclair State where they most recently finished in the Elite Eight in 2019.Hope you enjoy! 

In this episode, I am joined by Quinn Khouri. Quinn is the current Head Coach at Marriotts Ridge High School in Howard County, MD as well as the DOC at Thunder Soccer Club. We dive into our playing days together at Centenary talking about why our teams succeeded, but also why we failed. We reflect on why teams can have that "championship hangover" and how to avoid it. Quinn holds Centenary's records in points, goals and 3rd all-time in Assists. We also discuss how Quinn has used what he has learned from his playing days to create a winning culture at his high school.Hope you enjoy!

This episode was from an Instagram Live with Ali Simmons. What a phenomenal human being Ali is and enjoyable time this was. He has such an incredible resume. Have a look:- Co-Founder, The Academy Player- Assistant Coach, Seton Hall University- 2x D2 National Champ, (Charleston, Barry)- 2x Coaching Staff of the Year Ali takes us through his coaching journey and how he's been able to help inspire great programs to great success! Make sure you check out @theacademyplayer on Instagram! 

In this episode, I was lucky enough to be joined by my former coaches, and two coaches who helped me start my coaching career. Both have played a crucial role in my development as a person.We talk about how O'Connor built a program from a 4-win team into a conference champion. These two gentlemen are some of the best I know. You will hear some behind the scenes info on what it takes to be a champion.Keith O'Connor is currently the Head Coach at Farleigh Dickinson University (Florham)Josh Spivack is currently the Head Coach at Centenary University (@centucyclones_ms)

This is a very special episode. Reid Meeker is the definition of Captain. The greatest leader in Centenary Men's Soccer history; Reid led the Cyclones to their first ever conference championship in 2013. Reid now lends his talents to the Farleigh Dickinson (Florham) Men's Soccer team as an assistant coach.In this episode, Jesse & Reid reminisce on their time playing together in 2013 but also about the way Reid led the team to achieving greatness. Hope you enjoy!

Jesse is joined by a great young basketball coach at the college level. Jesse & AJ talk about his experiences  coaching at three different schools in 4 years & how his playing experiences helped shape him into the coach he is now. Thanks for listening!

In this episode, Jesse spoke with Tim Ziakas, a business leader currently working for Center for Creative Leadership (CCL). CCL is a company designed to work with high-level executives in helping them manage their staff through communication, leadership skills etc. Tim has many years of experience managing small businesses and helping small gyms, and large sports facilities see success.We dive into what similarities leaders have, and the qualities and characteristics of a leader. A great episode to assist with your development! Enjoy!

Jesse is joined by Assistant & Goalkeeper Coach at West Point, Taylor Thames. Taylor has an incredible story from his playing time at Delaware. Taylor has been coaching at the Division 1 level for over 10 years. He's had brief stops at Mount St. Mary (MD), Stony Brook, and Cincinnati.We dive in to what he's learned from coaching at such a high level to his philosophy as a coach. This episode was a lot of fun to dive into. Taylor is also the owner of NextGK Academy.Please give Taylor a follow on Instagram @coach_thames1 & @nextgkacademyThanks for listening!

Jesse is joined by one of his closest friends, also named Jesse. This episode talks about Jesse's journey in creating the first ever night show at the University of Pittsburgh. Jesse explains the different methods he used when leading upwards of 60-70 students in trying to create something that's never been done before. A lot of really fun stories in this episode. Follow Jesse @jirwinstagram

Jesse is joined by three very accomplished goalkeeper coaches. All three coach at the college level and have years and years of experience on the field. We talk about building winning cultures, core. values of their college programs and encouraging internal leadership.Very high quality information in this episode!Enjoy!