Pro Soccer Talks

Sac FC battled Tulsa in their home opener for the 2020 Season. We speak with new coach Mark Briggs, Drew Skundrich, and Juan Barahona about the start to the season and this hard-fought 1-1 draw. Sierra at Tahoe is getting snow again and the Corona Virus is shutting down stadiums in the MLS and USL for at least a month.

Ty Williams is the VP of West Coast sales for Vivint solar and the host of one of our favorite podcasts: Electric People. We chat in a stateroom of a cruise ship heading north from Cabo San Lucas to LA. He unlocks the back door to the mindset of the largest and fastest growing solar company on the planet. Ty Williams gives us access to their sports management philosophy  for their athletes in Vivint Solar. The advice is not just fascinating but it is actionable and applies to every other sports and business person and organization that wants to succeed in 2020.  Merry Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanza and New Year.

Melissa Pruden and Kimberly Higgins, From Spotted Dog Yoga, Tell You How to Do That Thing.. Getting ready for the ski season, Preparing your body and mind for the challenges that lie ahead... They drop advice on books to read and specific exercises to practice to get your body ready for your thing.

Sac Republic earn 2019 ULS Pro Playoff wins along with their MLS Expansion. The first Home win, against New Mexico started by going down a goal in the first 20 seconds. They fought back and won 2-1 and went on to win on the road, against Reno. We talk with Kevin Aleman, Thomas Enevoldsen, Jamie Viareal and Simon Elliott about winning and preparing and recovery between games. We also get a soundbite from Commissioner, Don Garber at the block party, in downtown Sac, celebrating the MLS expansion to Sacramento.

We talk with Ivan Vasquez from Juarez in the Liga MX, Nate Carrasco who scored against these veterans, Simon Elliott, who is has insight on these players who are getting some minutes after long periods of bench-warming. We have insight into the MLS league expansion to Sacramento. The announcement is likely to come on Monday, October 21st.

Nick Clark of Spotted Dog Yoga, in Folsom gives some tips on staying fit in the final stretch of the pro soccer season. Breathing has a lot to do with your overall health. SUP yoga adventures do as well. Sac Republic players, Jordan McCrary, Thomas Enevoldsen, Cameron Iwasa and Simon Eliott, talk with Dave McCreary about what it takes for a post-season run in the USL as well as the Republic's MLS Bid.  

San Jose Earthquakes have been doing something right with freedom and playing without fear. Thank you Matias Almeda. Sac Republic FC has not been finding the back of the net. Cameron Iwassa, Jaime Villarreal and Simon Elliott fill you in.  Maribel Wyatt has been breaking through to new levels of performance at Spotted Dog Yoga. Take their advice and their learning to apply it to your life.  

We Speak with Joelle Conway, teacher for Spotted Dog Yoga, as she discusses the beginnings of her yoga career and how it has benefitted her overall health, her personal life and her developed passion for the practice. Conway also discusses her favorite player Lionel Messi, the ongoing Women’s World Cup, and rumors of a possible big name player for Sacramento’s possible future MLS team? Plus,a talk with former Sacramento Republic Forward Tommy Stewart who offers some advice for new USL players along with his enjoyment when coming back to Sacramento and postgame interview with Sac Republic Midfielder Sam Werner about the impact and chemistry the team has been building and his mindset as the season reaches the halfway point along with a quick interview with Head Coach Sam Elliot about the development of his players and his mindset as the season rolls along.

We talk with Sacramento Republic Fc Coach Simon Elliott and Players Ray Saari and Adam Jahn, postgame, against Phoenix and Reno. Simon Elliott talks about execution and being clinical in the final third and anticipation needed to capitalize on opportunities. Adam Jahn talks about coming back to Sac to play and Ray Saari talks about depending on teammates. The Jim Cahill, from Sierra at Tahoe and Kirkwood, talks with us about helping purple hearts earn medals and the DeCelle Memorial Relay. It is the oldest relay race in the USA and it goes around Lake Tahoe on June 8th!

We recap this amazing Ski season at Homewood with Lisa Nigon. She gives us a look into this transition time of the year with Homewood activities and she gives her secret spots away for mountain biking and hiking for summer turn in the backcountry. Then we talk with Dr. Mimi Sato Re of El Dorado Hills and yoga instructor at Spotted Dog Yoga in Folsom. She gives her advice on injuries that are common in this transition time of the year and also shares her secret cure for insomnia. It's not what you think...

Pro Sports Talks' no-nonsense, investigator, Isaac Brown, gets the information, straight from Kyle Smaine,on the chairlift, between Sierra at Tahoe laps,  right before Kyle heads to Austria. Kyle talks about pursuing passion, his favorite spots on his home mountain and has some meaningful advice for skiers and snowboarders.  

Sac Republic Start, Chantell Trumbull of Spotted Dog Yoga delivers and interview with Ray Saari who is new to Sac Republic and coach, Simon Elliott, and William Hodges of Indomitable Soccer after their season opener draw with Salt Lake.                                        Chantell Trumbull of Spotted Dog Yoga then uplifts your game with yoga technique and mindset for your skiing and soccer success.

We Started at Sierra at Tahoe. Now we are at Diamond Peak, talking with Paul Raymore, head of marketing and communications for Diamond Peak, the gem of Lake Tahoe. Paul has been to more World Cups (FIFA) than anyone I know in the soccer world. We talk about MLS and Seattle Sounders on the lift as well as what is going on at Diamond Peak. They have a new terrain park where people are sending it.  

We start at Sierra at Tahoe and find steep and deep powder. We ski with Sarah Sherman and get the scoop on how they are getting new skiers and riders to the mountain. January 18th and 25th, they have a deal for rentals, lift tickets and a lesson for $79. This takes away everyone's excuse. We have an update on Sacramento Republic FC and the new signings on their team. We have two quick go-to recipes for "Chairlift Sliders" and Hot Toddy's. The storm this week may dump 4 feet on Lake Tahoe. Happy Hooky-bobbing!

Jen Vicari Cox Has Advice on Baptiste Yoga for Skiing and Soccer and mindset that uplifts your game. Jen teaches Baptiste yoga in Folsom, at Spotted Dog Yoga. Her tips on practicing for Skiing and soccer and thoughtfulness is fresh content that can get you over your hump to your next plateu with fitness and life.

Patrick McLain, Keeper from Chicago Fire, Talks MLS Playoffs. Although, he wishes that the Fire were still in it, Patrick talks about who he thinks will claim the cup. His prediction may surprise you. Portland and Atlanta have won the West and East. It is amazing what has transpired this season. Patrick talks about fatherhood and staying fit in the offseason.

Rick Cheney from Spotted Dog Yoga, gives advice for Skiers and Soccer players. Rick teaches in Folsom and elevates the practice for people in Slow Flow and Power Yoga. HE drops advice for skiers and soccer players that includes mindset and training on being proactive instead of reactive with interpersonal challenges. Then MLS playoffs are on. You know what that means.... The ski season is starting! Pro Soccer Talks Has formed a partnership with Cristina Mendonsa and her "A Fresh Agenda Podcast" that focusses on entrepreneurs and thought leaders, and Sierra at Tahoe Ski Resort to deliver high quality ski season content this year.

Stephanie Tice Gives Soccer Advice. Stephanie teaches at Spotted Dog Yoga, In Folsom, CA, has recovered from her soccer injuries through her yoga practice and she gives advice to other players about what poses and habits of mind contribute to her success. Stephaine talks about the transformation that she wet through with yoga teacher training and how she applies her learning to her professional and personal life.

Sac Republic FC Beat Las Vegas Lights to clinch 2 Home Playoff games, provide they win, of course. We talk with Hayden Partain and Simon Elliott about playing out of their traditional roles. Partain plays more of an attacking midfielder and with Jeremy Hall out, he played a holding #6 position. He sheds light on playing a role that he does not often play and how he does it successfully. Simon Elliott gets cut off but he talks about Freddy Adu candidly and respectfully and praises him for his contributions. Sac go into the layoffs with a 9 game unbeaten streak.

Matias Almeyda scored massive goals for Inter, Lazio and Parma. Now, he is the new coach for the San Jose Earthquakes. What a step up! Good things are ahead! Sac Republic clinch a home game to start the playoffs on Oct 20th, against Reno 1868. It will be a grudge match. Elliott Hord is in top form and Simon Elliott talks about him and looking to the playoffs and what they need to work on.

San Jose Sharks Pre-Season is heating up and as usual, they are looking to be a top team again, this season. Jason Bramson gets in with his first  analysis of the season and his inaugural assignment for Pro Sports Talks! AND THEN... Pay-for-Play Soccer in America has provided good opportunities for growth of the sport in America but it is inherently flawed at it's core, for developing high-level players, capable of consistently qualifying for the World Cup or even competing at the level of European players. Pat explains why and what we are doing about it.

Best Yoga in Folsom, Spotted Dog Yoga, has Lena Morton, who has some high-level Yoga Tips for athletes. Her mindset and philosophy translate into any discipline, even soccer players. She speaks about being present and thoughtful, pushing your boundaries and how she transformed through her yoga teaching training at Spotted Dog Yoga. 

MLS and USL Have no Pro- Rel but there are....Playoffs and they can be exciting in how they form up. Sac Republic is in 4th place but as the season winds down, they need to keep to their winning ways to keep their spot. Reno can be a spoiler and change some things as the season winds down. The San Jose Earthquakes are sitting in a distant last place with 20 points but they can spoil the Sounders and Kansas City with some good play at home. Their dignity is on the line. We talk with Simon Elliott and Christian Eiselle

LADS, (Loud Americans Discussing Soccer Podcast) Kevin Pettit and Martin Frasier Cover Philladelphia Union V NYCFC. and their coverage is in line with their style. They take their EPL analytics and bring it to the MLS and discover a whole new world. They went a whole game without drinking a beer and discovered that it was possible. They discovered, also, that MLS is not on par with other leagues in terms of quality of play but the league has qualities that make it worthwhile in terms of watching and following. 

From the bench, goalkeeper Nico Corti watches Dynamo keeper Tyler Deric and shares that watching from the sideline and training with a more veteran player, you can learn a lot. Man of the Match, Jeremy Hall, of the Republic, heads one past Deric, on a set-piece, for the go ahead goal and the three points. The Republic is in 3rd place behind OC Blues and SLC. The point spread is tight and they can taste the playoffs with 10 games remaining in league play. Jeremy Hall talks about hunger and coming back from a goal deficit. Sac beats RGV Toros 2-1.

Manchester United's Mourinho V San Jose Earthquakes' Stahre is an unlikely story of contrasts in records and legacies. Jose Mourinho discusses Alexis Sanchez along with Anthony Martial transfer roumors. Currently, San Jose is at the bottom of the table by a long margin. Historically, they have been a struggling team, since winning the league title in the early 2000s. Manchester is consistently at the top of the Premier league table and is one of the most influential and wealthiest clubs in the world. You can see the contrast in the way the coaches handle questions from the media and handle their teams.

We review World Cup Semi Finals on Vacation in Maui and provide a look into the return of Republic star, Emrah Klimenta, fresh from the LA Galaxy. Belgium will play France and England will go after Croatia. We will be pulling for an England triumph in the tournament. Enzo McIntosh weighs in with his 7-year-old thoughts on who will win and why. Sea Maui crew member, Sweet, tells her World Cup takes as we tour the coast of Maui on a snorkeling adventure.

World Cup 2018 Group Upsets  Gets Hashed out With LADS Podcast's Kevin Pettit and Martin Frasier. World Cup 2018 Has Some Unexpected Results. What Does it Mean? Mexico beats Germany! Argentina is going home earlier than they ever have! Croatia and Switzerland are coming up huge! And if the refs mess up? Can VAR help? Pat still thinks England will win.  

We talk with Kevin Petit and Martin Frasier from L.A.D.S. Loud Americans Discussing Soccer. FIFA has tentative plans to make it a 48 country tournament. After Saudi Arabia's disgusting start to the tournament, playing like a U-10 boys team and losing 5-0 to Russia, will allowing more teams to join the tournament make for a better experience? We think not. Then... Dominik Jakubek, legendary goal keeper, discusses historical standouts from past World Cups. Play along and test your trivia.

We meet with Dominik Jakubek, Mike Ibara and Luciano Monroy at De Vere's Irish Pub, in Sacramento to review the groups and give our takes on who will make it out, into the round of 16. We talk about groups, A,B,C,D,E,F,G and H and talk potential groups-of-near-death. Look for our bracket on ProSportsTalks.com to see how you can win in Vegas or impress your friends with your World Cup knowledge.

We talk with Tower Bridge Battalion chiefs RJ Cooper and Thomas Leech about gamesmanship. We speak with Ivan Mirkovic, Simon Elliott, Adam Moffat and get to the root of what you can control in a game, as a player and team. Sac Republic score in the 89th minute and continue their trend of starting soft and ending with late minute goals.

Sac Republic FC Beat Colorado Switchbacks in a 2-1 nail-biter. We talk with Kevin Nagle about how the investment crew is looking for an MLS bid. We then talk postgame with AJ Ajeakwa, from the Chico State Soccer program that keeps churning out pros. We speak with Coach Simon Elliott about the fight for 11 spots on his team contributing to their 6-game undefeated streak. William Hodges is caught on the mic with good thoughts with Josh Cohen, the Sacramento keeper, saving the day.

We talk with Patrick Vierra, Florian Jungwirth and Sean Johnson after the Earthquakes v NYCFC. New York walked away with 3 points after a chippy game with a few yellows flying. The mood is light in the visiting soccer room a sober in the Quakes room at Avaya Stadium. Patrick Vieira talks about winning together and coordinating a team and congratulates Zlatan Ibrihimovic on his move to the LA Galaxy. This was immediately after his stunning brace on his debut in the MLS. Sean Johnson Talks about saves and Jungwirth talks about work to do for the Quakes, while playing the toughest team in the MLS.

Jeremy Hall of Sac FC talks leadership and pregame diet and mentality for success on the pitch before OC Blues Game, March 24th. Jeremy Hall has played on The New York Red Bulls, Portland Timbers, FC Dallas, Toronto FC, Hammerheads, New England Revolution, Tampa Bay Rowdies as well as the U17 US National Team, and Currently for the Puerto Rican National Team. This is valuable advice for players transferring, coaches and fans.  

Sac Win Their Home Opener V San Antonio. Solid defense and a dangerous offensive force have Sac Republic starting their season with a win. Cameron Iwasa with an assist to Kevin Aleman for a one-touch strike right at the end of the half. They go on to score near the 80th minute to seal the deal against San Antonio. We Talk about Sacramento Republic FC's MLS bid with new investors- Ron Burkle a Billionaire, potentially joining the investment group.

Republic Plays LAFC in a Pre season Friendly. Who are the LAFC? How do they play? What are the dynamics in a new franchise startup? We talk with back-office staff who has started 2 teams- Erica Jahn. We talk with Joao Moutinho who scored the only goal of the match for an LAFC win. We speak with Hayden Partain, Jeremy Hall, Simon Elliott, Cameron Iwasa and Wilson Kneeshaw about the dynamics of a squad with many new faces.

Sac Republic played well, against the Seattle Sounders to start off their season at home. We talk with Jordan Morris, Coaches Simon Elliott,Of SRFC and Brian Schmetzer of the Sounders and Jeff Gebo from El  Dorado Hills U9 girls for some contrasting insight on developing players.We speak with Joe Wagoner, VP of the Republic,  about the developing USL Pro League. We speak with Jordan Morris about coming out of pre-season and anticipating a new season with the Sounders. Jeremy Hall of the Republic talks about combining new players and the upcoming year with Sac Republic. Show notes are at www.prosportsTalks.com

Dom Jakubek's trainer, Sarah Mai gives advice about injury prevention and recovery with a foundation of cross training blended with endurance, strength, flexibility and cardio. We talk at the Pinecove Tavern, the best bar in Sacramento. We are getting excited about the upcoming USL Pro and MLS seasons. 

Hayden Partain, from the Sacramento Republic FC, calls in and talks with Pat and Isaac Camero about healing from a tough ankle sprain last season. We give practical advice with some specific exercises to strengthen ankles and knees and prevent injury with "Pre-hab." Some advice are specific yoga poses to strengthen. The most difficult thing about yoga is shared.

Dr. Brandon Beamer, Orthopedic Surgeon in El Dorado Hills, California, gives his advice for knee surgery recovery, and prevention from further injury. He talks about specific exercises for hamstrings, quads and glute strength to stabilize the knee. The future of knee surgery is discussed with the emergence of new technology that harnesses the body's natural healing to speed recovery.

Thomas Stewart, from the Sacramento Republic FC is back in town and getting turns at Sierra at Tahoe. He gets advice from Thea Hardy, communications director for Sierra, on how to stay fit and keep your knees protected and healthy for the season and beyond. 

DAI Endurance's founders and owners, Mike Sayers and Julie Young,give perspective on Injury Recovery and Cycling. For ACL surgery recovery and general knee problems, there is nothing better for low-impact, strength-building, range-of-motion and mobility. Mike Sayers and Julie young share their injury stories and their journeys from professional cyclists to entrepreneurs in Sacramento and their collaboration with Kaiser Permanente on the Kaiser Sports Medicine Endurance Lab. Dai endurance sports and trains endurance athletes to find their sweet spot with performance and hones in factors to keep people performing their best. at 1401 21st. St. in Sacramento. 

Knee Surgery Recovery is never easy. It is possibly the most prevalent injury in soccer and basketball yet, there is still a lot of misinformation out there on how to prevent these injuries from happening. WE are not a culture that is too concerned with preventions. We get excited about who the best surgeon is, to solve the problem. Pat McIntosh shares his knee story as "A Tale of Two Knees." 3 surgeries and a lot of recovery provide a lot of research, reflection and advice. This is a first in a series of knee health.

Tommy Stewart from Dundalk,Ottawa Fury and Sacramento Republic FC, talks Team Culture and World Cup 2018 Shape Up. Tommy Stewart knows how to score goals and lift up a team. He also knows how to adapt to a new team culture, GM and coach, fit in and find success.Tommy Stewart has advice about successful soccer and fitting in on a new team. He talks about his love of Sacramento and how things went wrong for Italy and Ireland in qualifying for the World Cup.

Fritz Libby, Educational leader and owner of The 10 Soccer School, in El Dorado Hills, CA, Explains the Need for Developing technical soccer skills in America. We ask our coaches to scrimmage and have "Fun." Often this fun is unstructured and lacks the instruction that paves the way for a prosperous life as a footballer. American kids hit a ceiling, where they are no longer as effective. Fritz explains how the American parent and the need to win, trumps the desire for technical skills and it is a roadblock for high-levels of play. He explains what he teaches at his soccer school, The 10, to address these player needs.

Quincy Amarikwa of the San Jose Earthquakes, Talks Soccer Success with Future Pro, Tag Chalmers. Quincy Amarikwa runs www.perfectsoccerplayer.com, a resource for players and soccer lovers, to improve their game. He does it in a fun, educational and engaging manner. On this episode, Quincy talks about establishing yourself on a team by being a specialist. He, speaks about integrating yourself on to a new team. He comments about the World cup and drops profound truths on Tag's 11-year-old head till it about explodes. It is a must-listen-to for any aspiring professional soccer player.

William Hodges of Indomitable City Soccer, Talks Sac Republic's end of the season. They played to the second round of the playoffs and had some opportunities to go through. At the end of it, mistakes and disorganization, brought on by perhaps injuries and line-up shuffling, created a loss in the knock-out round. William Hodges explores the season with payers and organization as they close out a season and look toward next year.

Evan Ream of the Davis Enterprise, Talks Sac Republic Players' Postseason. What is the reason for the USL Pro communication breakdown about the second round playoff game location with the Swope Park Rangers. Who were some game-changers on the Republic this year.. What changes to the line-up should we expect to see, going in to next year? The answers to these questions are not what you would expect.

Patrick McIntosh, Pro Soccer agent, gives advice to pro soccer players who what to play in Europe. He shares some advice gleaned from his recent visit to Borussia Dortmund and his colleagues, the agents at PRO Profil, in Germany. He explains how to get organized and how to advocate for yourself. He then talks about the US Mens National team and explains, from his point-of-view as a youth coach, what the US Soccer Federation needs to do in order to strengthen the program and churn out stronger players.

We Reflect Back on Sac FC Winning the 2014, USL Pro Championship.Emrah Klimenta, James Kiffe and Gabe Gisse are on the squad still but not a lot has changed with the grit and style of play that coach Preki and Rodrigo Lopez and the front office instilled in the team.We take you back to the game and enjoy remembering the Miracle at Bonney Field. We hope that a win for the ages will happen again, here in Sacramento. It certainly would not hurt their MLS expansion plans.

Bruce Backman goes into depth with treating soccer injuries and preventing soccer injuries with proper diet and movement. His ideas were considered unorthodox a few year back until popular science caught up with him and validated his practices. He is in Sacramento and is an  avid track athlete, he holds many records in medium distance running in his age group (over 50) and many age groups under him.