The Soccer C.A.P

This is a powerful episode with the Head Men's Soccer Coach of Ottawa University in Arizona, David Stockton. We dive into a diverse range of topics, which you will not want to miss. Stockton describes his journey to becoming a head coach, the importance of utilizing Goalkeeper coaches, and how to get involved in the college game. Listen Now!

In this episode, we dive into the player's perspective on the youth game and player development. Sabrina Weinman from San Jose State Women's Soccer joins us and provides an in-depth look into the college recruiting process, the benefit of multiple youth leagues, and her thoughts on the benefits of the new proposed 21st-century model in the college game, and much more! This insight is a unique perspective from a player's view, listen now! 

The Soccer CAP is back! It's the moment you have all been waiting for…Season 2!!! We are back with a great guest to open up the new season, Coach Edgar Linares. Edgar is currently the Head Women's Soccer Coach at Bakersfield College. In this episode, we dive into the importance of having a mentor, relationship building, being a student of the game, and much more! Listen Now!

In the final episode of our first season, we are joined by MLS Next coach, Euro Soccer Training owner, and Almaden youth soccer director, Mark Christie. We discuss the importance of the mental health of players, sparking innovation with your team and Mark dives into the technical vs tactical training sessions in the youth game. Listen Now!

In this episode we focus on college recruiting, we get insight from Robin Patton who has been a college recruiter for over 7 years. He is currently an assistant coach for CUNY Bronx Community College and a staff coach for the NY Redbulls organization. Robin breaks down the recruiting process and how coaches can help their players! Listen Now!

In this episode we welcome Guillermo ‘Memo' Medina, he is the Men's Head Coach at Santiago Canyon College and a USSF/CalSouth coaching instructor. We dive into the ins and outs of coaching education courses, how DOCs can better equip their coaches, and more importantly, how to develop as a coach. Listen Now!

In this episode, professional soccer player Jason Ramos earns his first CAP on the show. We discuss his current club Chattanooga Red Wolves (USL League One), what it takes to be at the professional ranks, the benefits of college soccer, and more! Listen Now! Follow Jason on social media: Twitter: @j_ramos03 IG: j__ramos04 Email us: SoccerCAP@rhsoccersolutions.com

In this week's episode, we welcome ECNL Coaches, Matt Ferren, earning his first CAP on the show and we welcome back the first-ever guest on the show, Cameron Roget. This was the very first panel-style episode, we discussed all aspects of the ECNL & ECRL, college recruiting, the truths of youth soccer and more! Listen Now! Email: SoccerCAP@rhsoccersolutions.com

In this episode Cal Poly Pomona Women's Assistant and ECNL coach, Dan Richards, becomes the first guest to receive two CAPs (been a guest twice) on the show. Dan speaks on the importance of the correct environment and the impact of higher standards! We discuss the ups and downs of the U.S. Soccer's Developmental Academy, was it successful? Why or why not. The current state of youth soccer and more, Listen Now! Follow the convo on Facebook and Twitter: @SoccerCap and @TheSoccerCAP Email us: SoccerCAP@rhsoccersolutions.com

In this episode, we welcomed Naples United (NPSL) Head coach Matt Poland. We discussed the mistake of specializing players too young, the sacrifice it takes to make it to the professional ranks, and the state of youth soccer in America. Matt's experience and insight is invaluable, he speaks on the importance of going the extra mile and the differences between high school and semi-pro levels! Listen Now! Follow Coach Matt via IG: @mpoland4 Follow us on Facebook and Twitter

Earning his first CAP with the podcast we welcome in guest Marlon Vargas, who is a professional player with Tacoma Defiance of the USL Championship, the team is affiliated with MLS side Seattle Sounders. Marlon discusses the daily life of a pro, the uniqueness of growing up in Bakersfield, CA. He also speaks on the differences between Recreational, Club, MLS Academies and Professional ranks, and much more! Listen Now! Email us: SoccerCAP@rhsoccersolutions.com Marlon Vargas: Twitter: @marlonn10_

We welcome Columbia State Women's soccer head coach Colton Bryant. Colton is one of the youngest active head coaches in the college game, he discusses how he built the program into a nationally ranked DI JUCO from scratch. He also speaks on the importance of working hard in the present, focusing on the here and now! Lastly, we touch on the crucial aspect of person/people development in addition to soccer development. Reach out to Colton via Twitter: @coachcolton Follow us on Twitter: @TheSoccerCAP Email us at SoccerCAP@rhsoccersolutions.com

We are joined by United Futbol Academy (Metro Atlanta) DOC Derrick Burgess. Derrick speaks about what is the role of a Director of Coaching in a club and building the right culture in club soccer, selecting good people to better the club. We also discuss how soccer clubs need more transparency and honesty in, honest player evaluation and honesty from parents and players alike. Listen Now!

We are joined by former USL League One Head Coach & Technical Director of South Georgia Tormenta FC. We go into depth on the key differences between the collegiate and professional levels of soccer for both coaches and players. John speaks about coaching styles and how each coach needs to be themselves. Also, we briefly discuss isolated versus opposed practices, and more! Listen Now! Follow Coach John on Twitter: @John_Miglarese

NCAA DI CSUB men’s soccer assistant coach Chris McGaughey earns his first CAP on the show! We discuss the recruiting process for division one soccer & what players can do to stand out. Coach Chris speaks about how coaching club soccer has helped shape his coaching philosophy and why club soccer is key in a coach's development! Listen Now! Reach out to coach Chris: Twitter: @chrismcgaughey1 Email: cmcgaughey13@gmail.com

One of the youngest Vice Presidents in the sports world joins us to discuss soccer in the U.S. Evan Ramist is the current VP of NISA's (National Independent Soccer Association) professional team Maryland Bobcats FC. He talks about the recent U-23 Olympic qualifying failure, the youth soccer landscape, and the challenge of transitioning from an elite amateur club to a full-fledge professional club. Creating the standard and culture at their "amateur" status was key in creating the professional organization! Maryland Bobcats FC are making an impact and begin their season on April 16th, keep a close eye on this special team! Follow Evan & the Bobcats: evan@marylandbobcatsfc.com @evanraimist on Twitter and IG! @MDBobcatsFC on Twitter, @mdbobcatsfc on IG, and “Maryland Bobcats FC” on Facebook Email Us at SoccerCAP@rhsoccersolutions.com

So many youth soccer leagues, which is the best? LA Surf Boys Director of Coaching, Rod Lafaurie weighs in on this dilemma along with in-depth knowledge of building a successful youth club, challenges of coaching youth soccer, and coaching the person behind the player. Listen Now! Get in contact with Rod: Rod@wearelasurf.com IG: rod_lafaurie Email us at SoccerCAP@rhsoccersolutions.com

We pull back the curtain and talk about the challenges of coaching at the collegiate and DA/GA levels. Dan Richards, an assistant coach at Cal Poly Pomona and a coach with Pateadores academy, discusses all aspects of coaching. What is a Game Model? The difference between the Game Model and Coaching Philosophy and much more! Feel free to reach out to Dan, tottenham_n17@hotmail.com, dgrichards@cpp.edu Reach out to us on Twitter, @TheSoccerCAP, and email us at SoccerCAP@rhsoccersolutions.com

In Episode II, Firmiano Ribeiro, a youth soccer coach, discusses his time in the DA, the Collegiate game, and future projects for street soccer! We also discuss the importance of networking and volunteering to grow as a coach. You will want to hear this one! Follow Coach Firm: IG: @firmiano.Ribeiro Twitter: @FirmianoR LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/firmiano Follow us on Facebook and reach out via email SoccerCAP@rhsoccersolutions.com

This is the very first episode of The Soccer C.A.P. and it could not have started with a better guest, this week we speak with Rebels ECNL Coach Cameron Roget. We cover tryouts, the ECNL, USSF coaching courses, and more! Listen now!