Pro Soccer USA’s Glenn Crooks takes an inside look at New York City FC and soccer in the five boroughs plus other domestic and international sides of the game.
Glenn Crooks sits down with first-year Charlotte FC coach, Dean Smith at the Coachella Invitational in Indio, California. Smith talks about Aston Villa's promotion to the Premier League and the development of players like Ollie Watkins - and how that may translate to his current striker, Enzo Capetti.
Glenn Crooks sits down with Charlotte FC captain Ashley Westwood following a preseason victory at the Coachella Invitational in Indio, California and a look at the team's prospects in 2024.
New York City FC commentator Glenn Crooks sits down with NYCFC head coach Nick Cushing for a wide-ranging preseason conversation at the Coachella Invitational. Topics include: Honest conversations between staff; Why Cushing visited Liverpool, Tottenham and Girona; More goals, more wins; Data around the resiliency of the team - the one goal game moments; the role of new assistant Leon Hapgood; Man-management with deep squad may be Cushing's biggest challenge.
New York City FC commentator Glenn Crooks sits with NYC defender Birk Risa at the Coachella Invitational on February 12, one day before his 26th birthday. Risa shares his leadership responsibilities and why he favors raising his two young daughters in the city.
Although he did not play many matches for New York City FC, Brad Stuver was a very popular figure in the community, in part through The Laundry Project which he and his wife Ashley have launched in Austin where Brad has been the starting goalkeeper in each of the last three seasons. Brad shares his journey with NYCFC commentator Glenn Crooks which now includes Equality Texas and his new IPA.
NYCFC midfielder James Sands joins Glenn Crooks ahead of Decision Day at Citi Field.
NYCFC commentator Glenn Crooks sits with City's new striker, Mounsef Bakrar for an exclusive 1-on-1 with the 22-year old Algerian.
Fulham FC head coach Marco Silva is in the states with his team for the Premier League Summer Series. He sat down with SiriusXM FC host and NYCFC commentator Glenn Crooks the day after their arrival.
SiriusXM FC host Glenn Crooks sat with Fulham FC captain and USMNT center back, Tim Ream. Fulham in the states for their Premier League preseason.
Glenn Crooks sits down with Justin Haak - the first New York City FC Homegrown player to score a goal. It came in the 1-1 draw last Saturday at Columbus Crew SC.
City Councilman Francisco Moya, a life-long resident of Corona, Queens and integral to the agreement for a soccer-specific stadium at Willets Point for NYCFC, was the guest at halftime of the NYCFC-Charlotte match at Citi Field.
Keaton Parks spends a few minutes with NYCFC commentator, Glenn Crooks. They discuss his recent goal to get a road point in Portland, the drive to end an 11-game winless streak, his thoughts on not being selected for the Gold Cup and a due date for his baby boy.
NYCFC commentator Glenn Crooks sits with the newest addition to the back line, Stephen Turnbull. The Stony Brook alum, at age 25, has had a different path than most to earning his first start in MLS against FC Cincinnati. He'll tell the story of when he learned he'd get the start and how he left his sister's wedding day early to sit on the bench in New England which earned him the nickname, Stephen Turnboat.
Glenn Crooks met with Gotham FC coach Juan Carlos Amoros after the 4-1 road win at OL Reign to propel Gotham to first place in the NWSL. They discuss the methods that have led Gotham from last place in '22 to its current position in the table through eight matches in '23
Glenn Crooks sits down with the 18-year old right back for the New York City Football Club, Mitja Ilenic. From a village of 300 in his native Slovenia to the bright lights of Times Square.
New York City FC commentator Glenn Crooks sits down with the newest member of the club. From his upbringing to being named Man of the Match in his NYCFC starting debut.
The New York City FC commentator and SiriusXM FC host Glenn Crooks here in conversation with City striker, Gabe Segal.
New York City FC's first Homegrown, James Sands, recently returned from a loan with Rangers FC of the Scottish Premiership. He sat down with NYCFC commentator Glenn Crooks for an exclusive 1-on-1 from the Etihad City Football Academy in Orangeburg, NY
New York City FC radio commentators Glenn Crooks and Roberto Abramowitz sit with NYCFC President and CEO, Brad Sims.
Grant Wahl passed away at the age of 49 while covering the World Cup in Qatar. To pay tribute, here is a full interview with Glenn Crooks after the release of his book, "Masters of Modern Soccer" a fascinating inside look at some of the top players and coaches in the world.
Kleberson won a World Cup with Brazil in 2002 and is now an assistant coach with New York City FC in Major League Soccer. Some great stories and insight in his conversation with NYCFC commentator, Glenn Crooks.
One of the most popular players in the history of the New York City Football Club - among the players, staff and supporters - is undoubtedly Heber Araujo dos Santos - Heber. In this exclusive, Heber describes his path to NYCFC and the obstacles along the way. Plus, his close friendship with Taty Castellanos, how they've helped each other and confident he is ready to take over the striker role again after Castellanos transfers.
New York City FC Homegrown Justin Haak made his first appearance in nearly three years in a recent match at FC Cincinnati. Haak spoke to NYCFC commentator Glenn Crooks after training on Thursday.
Nick Cushing will take charge of his first match as head coach of New York City FC against the Colorado Rapids at Yankee Stadium on Sunday, June 19. This is his first 1-on-1 conversation since taking over the job from Ronny Deila earlier in the week.
On June 10, 2018, the New York City Football Club announced that Patrick Vieira was departing the club to become manager at OG Nice in Ligue 1. The following is the final 1-on-1 interview he granted before leaving and his final media press conference following a 1-1 draw versus Atlanta United at Yankee Stadium.
New York City FC fullback Anton Tinnerholm joins Glenn Crooks in the commentary booth for the full broadcast of NYCFC at DC United on May 18, 2022. Tinnerholm, still recovering from Achilles surgery, said he expects to return in late June or early July. He describes that and much more in this compellation of his commentary on a Wednesday night in the nation's capital.
Maxime Chanot is the longest serving member of defending MLS Cup Champions, New York City FC. He suffered a potential career ending injury less than two months ago that could have changed his life forever – the initial report from a doctor was – 50/50 who would permanently lose sight in his left eye. Maxime speaks in detail about his emotions during the recovery. Maxime also talks about winning the MLS Cup and how as a younger player he probably would have been ejected in those waning moments at Portland. And his partnership at the back with Alexander Callens – despite speaking very much to him on or off the field.
New York City FC head coach Ronny Deila describes the culture he has built which led to the club's first MLS Cup title in 2021. Deila offers a valuable lesson in leadership and setting a standard that instructs the players and staff on ways they can best deal with adversity and avoid the fear of failure. Deila is instructive, passionate and offers a sense of humor. "You have to have fun." This conversation recorded on February 1, 2022 and originally aired on SiriusXM FC's "The Coaching Academy."
John Herdman is close to guiding the Canadian Men's National Team to just their second World Cup appearance and first since 1986. Before taking over the men, who coached the Canadian women including Karina LeBlanc who gives insight as to why Herdman has been so successful in Canada.
Media rights occupy a massive space in the sports business world and Major League Soccer will soon have their moment when a new broadcast deal is announced in the near future. Glenn Crooks is joined by the Senior Vice President in Octagon's global media rights consulting division, Daniel Cohen to discuss MLS and more.
The New York City Football Club and supporters celebrated their MLS Cup Championship at City Hall on Tuesday, December 14, 2021. Listen to assistant coach Rob Vartughian, MLS Cup MVP Sean Johnson and supporter Oscar Garcia.
Here is the full English commentary of New York City FC's thrilling win at Portland in the MLS Cup.
New York City FC Sporting Director David Lee joins Glenn Crooks to talk about the possible return of Maxi Moralez, the future of Taty Castellanos, the development of Santiago Rodriguez & Talles Magno and more.
New York City FC's first Homegrown player and the loan MLS All-Star from the club this year sat down with NYCFC commentator Glenn Crooks ahead of the Eastern Conference Semifinal playoff match at New England.
The full press conference in New York City after Gregg Berhalter was announced as the 37th head coach of the U.S. Men's National Team. Starting with former US Soccer President Carlos Cordeiro along with GM Earnie Stewart, a rare listen of their statements and media Q and A.
SiriusXM FC host & NYCFC commentator Glenn Crooks speaks with Jonah Silk, the Founder and President of Goals and Glory and an athletic counseling fellow at the University of Michigan.
The Olympic roster for the U.S. Women's National Team will be unveiled on Wednesday. Recently, SiriusXM FC host Glenn Crooks welcomed head coach Vlatko Andonovski for a conversation about his coaching methods, insight as to how he goes about selections and the ingredients to his success both on the club and national team level.
The popular Heber Araujo dos Santos joins New York City FC commentator Glenn Crooks in an exclusive conversation before City's match at LAFC on May 29. Heber said that July is the target for his return from ACL surgery and share his thoughts on his two new Brazilian teammates.
NYCFC commentator Glenn Crooks and Malmo, Sweden journalist Max Wiman team up for a conversation with City fullback Anton Tinnerholm - the former Malmo FF back who was the Allsvenskan Defender of the Year before arriving in MLS.
New York City FC radio commentator Glenn Crooks in conversation with the Head of Performance Analysis for NYCFC, Daniel Fradley. A look on the inside with a member of the back room staff.
New York City FC radio commentator has a conversation with NYCFC midfielder Alfredo Morales who says he did not see much of MLS before his arrival and thinks he'll be similar to the departed Alex Ring.
NYCFC radio commentator Glenn Crooks does a bit of chalk talk with two assistants for the New York City Football Club - Nick Cushing and Mehdi Ballouchy.
New York City FC commentator Glenn Crooks has an exclusive conversation with NYCFC President and CEO Brad Sims. All topics on the table.
In this special episode, SiriusXM FC host Glenn Crooks is in conversation with the editors of Soccer America - Paul Kennedy and Mike Woitalla. Soccer America, the bible of soccer for many over the years, is celebrating its 50th anniversary on April 8.
NYCFC radio commentator Glenn Crooks chats with second-year coach Ronny Deila about the progress in preseason which includes an intentional effort to foster better internal leadership and what he hopes will be a team that is "more deadly when we come into the final third."
20-yr old U.S. youth international Chris Gloster recently signed a contract with the New York City Football Club. NYCFC radio commentator Glenn Crooks has a conversation with the left back who describes the mental strain of the pandemic while at PSV in Holland and why Michael Jordan is one of his major influences. That and more in a wide-ranging chat with the Montclair, NJ native.
SiriusXM FC host and New York City FC radio commentator Glenn Crooks is in conversation with City's fifth Homegrown player, 19-year old Andres Jasson who compares his style of play and Bernardo Silva of Manchester City and like many young players in the states, has dreams of playing in Europe one day.
SiriusXM FC host Glenn Crooks welcomes his wife and sociologist Dr. Mary Chayko into the conversation with author Larry Olmsted who makes a case in his new book, "Fans" that the more you identify with a sports team, the better your social, psychological and physical health.
SiriusXM FC host welcomes the father/son duo of Bobby and Jamie Clark whose tips played a role in Nick Rimando's extraordinary success in saving penalties in Major League Soccer. Also, Orlando City nutritionist Rikki Keen shares best practices for male and female soccer athletes.
SiriusXM FC host Glenn Crooks talks to coach educators Steve Rutter and Jim Hicks who assisted in compiling over 3,000 pages of notes from the late Dick Bate - they call it the Dick Bate Anthology highlighting the work of one of the great teachers of the game.
SiriusXM FC host Glenn Crooks sits with a quartet of U.S. National Team athletes: Crystal Dunn and Kelley O'Hara on the women's side along with Tyler Adams and Jordan Morris from the USMNT. The conversation ranges from the challenges for each player in 2020 and the congested calendar in 2021. The interview was recorded on January 6, 2021