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It's an even-stackier than stacked Freestyle Friday on SDH AMWe check in with the USMNT- Arfsten, Ream, Weah, Balogun, and McKennie break down camp so far and what it meant to find out they were a part of the squadBeyond Goals Mentoring's Michael Parkhurst on mentoring, its challenges, and repping the stars and barsLexington SC left back Ally Brown stops by as they prepare for the Super League title match tomorrow against Carolina AscentA special guest hops in before catching a red eye to the East Coast andPulso Sports/Sounder at Heart's Niko Moreno talks MLS and Boca Juniors plus your AM news
This time around as Michael Parkhurst joins, we do talk about the rhythm of a National Team plus the honor attachedWe also get into mentees in important moments, giving feedback as a two-way street, and even the idea of writing books for Parkry- who is a better golfer than Brad Guzan...
Beyond Goals Mentoring's Michael Parkhurst stops by to talk about the challenges with today's young athlete...This time, it's something as simple as nutrition, rest, and the impact of the smallest detail making a big difference...
It's a full Freestyle Friday on SDH AMWe look at the ribbon-cutting for the new US Soccer Training CenterBeyond Goals Mentoring's Michael Parkhurst discusses developing off-the-field habits to aid in your growth on the field- everything from eating to sleeping and making sure you're the best you can beAppleTV's Ramses Sandoval visits on the eve of ATLUTD and LAGSounder at Heart/Pulso Sports Niko Moreno visits on MLSFuboTV's Nino Torres on Copas, new IFAB rules, and World Cup 1978
Michael Parkhurst visits SDH AM to break down his thoughts on Rhode Island FC and ATLUTD- and the emotions attached to both...Plus, the question on emotions and mentoring in post-season activity with the playoffs underway in Georgia- does the pace pick up...? Are there emergency mentoring sessions...?And more...
It's a full Freestyle Friday on SDH AMWe start with news and events out of the indoor gameBeyond Goals Mentoring's Michael Parkhurst visits on mentoring and the amount during playoffs and quick turnaroundsApple TV's Evan Weston talks his crazy travel schedule, craziness in New Jersey, and his thoughts on the surprises so far this season...Jessica Charman visits to talk NYCFC and what she and Ian Joy are NOT responsible for...And we get you ready for the weekend...
Parky drops by SDH AM to break down the challenges of mentoring and what is faced with mentees these days- and, sometimes, those that are influencing the mentees day-to-day in parents and coaches
Another SDH AM goes into Added Time to set up your weekendChris Doran, PBP voice for Columbus Crew, visits for opposition research on the matchup with Atlanta UnitedBeyond Goals Mentoring's Michael Parkhurst visits on the issues involving the challenges of mentoring young adults (and, sometimes, adults)We preview your weekend in MLS and around the planet and AppleTV's Andrew Wiebe visits fresh off fishing at the lake to look at ATLUTD and Columbus this weekend
Michael Parkhurst visits SDH AM to talk mentoring and what he learns along the wayThis week, we look at dealing with pressure in line with level of importance in wins and losses plus those moments dealing with the notion of handling the pressure differently than those around you
It's a busy Freestyle Friday on SDH AMJose Rodriguez, head coach of one of the top teams in GHSA Boys 6A soccer, joins to discuss the growth of his Meadowcreek HS programBeyond Goals Mentoring's Michael Parkhurst discusses pressures- late season pressures- and how differently they're handledKacey White looks at Houston Dynamo, STL CITY, and the league at the bye week plus an early look at NWSL with Breaking News in San DiegoPlus, we look at your weekend and your AM news
For the Friday Free Kick this week, Michael Parkhurst drops by to talk about peer pressure and how to handle being the new kid on campus...Plus, Parky gives his thoughts on the current situation on USL and the latest on Atlanta United's 2026 season...
It's a Freestyle Friday the 13th for SDH AMUnion PBP voice Dave Leno joins for opposition research for Philly and ATLUTDBeyond Goals Mentoring's Michael Parkhurst drops by for a look at USL, ATLUTD, as well as peer pressure and being the new student-athlete in townApple TV's Jorge Perez Navarro tackles technology and looks at San Diego FC and FC DallasPlus, your weekend preview around the world of soccer and your AM news
Match Day One is upon us, so SDH AM had their own T-minus 1 roundtable on the season...Kyndra de St. Aubin, Devon Kerr, Nate Bukaty, Keith Costigan, Tony Husband, and Marcelo Balboa join Jon and Michael Parkhurst to break down the season, the match they're starting the season with, and a little Atlanta United talk along the way...
Beyond Goals Mentoring's Michael Parkhurst visits SDH AM to talk about the challenges of mentoring, listening to messaging in difficult circumstances- listening to the message if the messenger is a negative presence, and focusing on the positives in difficult situations as well...
SDH AM kicks off Freestyle Friday breaking down the Trinity Rodman signing with Washington Spirit Beyond Goals Mentoring's Michael Parkhurst joins to talk everything from Rhode Island FC, mentoring, the challenges, and how to learn through the negative and focus on the messageFort Wayne FC Sporting Director Oliver Gage discusses the build in year one for USL League OneNino Torres alerts us to a troubling story out of PeruPlus, AM news involving John Textor and your weekend preview
Michael Parkhurst stops by SDH AM for the first time in 2026 to look back at the 2025 year for BGM, what they learned as an organization, what Parky himself learned last year, and how the message of taking time off is received by mentees as a part of their over all make-up...Just a part of the conversation on SDH AM
Jon Nelson hosts this week's edition of SDH Week in Review with three conversations that highlight how soccer leadership shapes communities on and off the field. Don't forget, you can watch live on the Soccer Down Here YouTube & Twitch every M-F starting at 9:05am. First, Rob Edwards of Morley Sports Management joins the show to discuss the rescue and rebuilding of historic Scottish club Hamilton Academical and what sustainable ownership really looks like in the modern game. Then, Rabieh Krayem, Deputy Chair of Solomon Islands side Solomon Kings FC, breaks down the launch of the OFC Pro League and why it could be transformative for football across Oceania. Finally, former Atlanta United captain Michael Parkhurst shares the mission behind Beyond Goals Mentoring and how today's players can prepare for life after the final whistle. From boardrooms to locker rooms to grassroots development, this week's episode connects the dots across the global soccer landscape.
Freestyle Friday covers all levels on SDH AMValdosta head coach Cody Case visits to discuss Region 1-6A, south Georgia, and a clinic that could help unite coaches on the weekendBeyond Goals Mentoring's Michael Parkhurst visits for the first time in 2026 discussing what BGM learned in 2025, how important it is to dial it back over the holidays, and what younger mentees deal with the pressure associated with that... and more...Lexington SC's Phillip Goodrum stops by from his off-season training camp to talk about the move from Lou to LEX and how he looks to grow as a minister of chaos...Plus, your preview of the weekend and your AM news
From Benchwarmers in Decatur and The Brewhouse in AtlantaSDH Network starts your coverage of World Cup 2026Jon has your morning covered with the Pots broken downMichael Parkhurst from Beyond Goals Mentoring talks US SoccerCity Manager of the City of Decatur, Andrea Arnold, talks Decatur Watchfest 2026GOLTV's Nino Torres helps us break down CONMEBOL potential impacts...Maddie and Jason look at the storylines heading into the Draw from The Brewhouse
Michael Parkhurst joins from Beyond Goals Mentoring to talk about the news of the day and the latest in mentor-mentee relationships...This time, we look at the lessons from Rhode Island FC and apply them to what mentors and mentees can learn from the experience of losing late in a season and the perspective that comes with it
It's a stacked SDH AM that went into added time and extra timeSoccerForUSPod's Bart Keeler looks at the USMNT, USWNT, and Trinity RodmanBeyond Goals Mentoring's Michael Parkhurst looks at the ups and downs of club ownership and mentoring and the common lessonsAppleTV's Miguel Gallardo previews the MLS playoffs from LaGuardiaThe USL Show's Kaylor Hodges previews the USL-C final with Pittsburgh and FC TulsaGOLTV's Nino Torres has breaking news out of Peru involving the Clausura and we have all the AM news and college previews
Michael Parkhurst joins SDH AM for the Friday Free KickWe look at the challenges of mentoring these days in the environments we're in plus news out of Atlanta United that is close to Parky and his time as a player...
Michael Parkhurst from Beyond Goals Mentoring drops by SDH AM to cover a lot of topicsWe go from Rhode Island FC and MLS Cup Playoffs to the challenges of mentoring these days- interactions with parents to contextual growth with mentees and everything in between...
A packed Freestyle Friday on SDH AMSoccerForUSPod's Bart Keeler looks back at the USWNT windowBeyond Goals Mentoring's Michael Parkhurst visits from the Friday Free Kick- looking at everything from USL Championship to parents, tempering expectations and timetables, as well as growth and pacing AppleTV's Tony Husband looks at Vancouver and FC Dallas as well as Match Day 2 of Charlotte and NYCFCMaddie drops by to go in-depth on the post-season: MLS, NEXT PRO, and ATLUTD
Michael Parkhurst and Greg Garza BOTH drop by SDH AM to look at the state of mentoring- it's ups and downs, challenges, and growth at Beyond Goals Mentoring- plus a little talk on Darlington Nagbe and what his approach can teach us as well...
Freestyle Friday preps your weekend on SDH AMWe go over the U20 World Cup win by the USYNT and preview the weekend Michael Parkhurst and Greg Garza, from Beyond Goals Mentoring, drop by to talk about leaving their athletic career and preparing their lives at BGM. They also look at the regiment of sticking to a schedule in their new lives and the challenges of mentoring...AppleTV's Steve Cangialosi previews IM CF and Atlanta United- and the match he expectsPlus, we check in on all the other qualifying matches going on to start your Friday
Beyond Goals Mentoring's Michael Parkhurst joins SDH AM to break down the challenges of mentoring - age difference, youth and upper levels, navigating language barriers and differences between men's and women's soccer
A busy Freestyle Friday on SDH AMMaddie stops by before ATLUTD practice to talk about the week in AtlantaMichael Parkhurst from Beyond Goals Mentoring discusses the issues of the day on the field and off and how they apply to being a mentorAppleTV's Evan Weston stops by for the ATLUTD-San Diego FC preview and we look at the rest of the league schedule, the weekend in England, and your AM news
For this week's Friday Free Kick, Michael Parkhurst joins SDH AM to look at the issues of the day (see: Leagues Cup) as teachable moments for mentors and mentees alike...Plus, we look at the growth of Beyond Goals and what other issues the mentors are tackling these days...
Jon Nelson takes you through this week's best of SDH AM (Monday-Friday live starting at 9:05am on the Soccer Down Here YouTube, Twitch, and X channels). This week, hear from former Atlanta United captain Michael Parkhurst, commentator Kacey White, and Belize's Minister of Youth & Sports Devin Daly.
A stacked Freestyle Friday on SDH AM We preview the MLS weekend matchesBeyond Goals Mentoring's Michael Parkhurst looks at the new seasons going on and what the new season is at BGM in the "Friday Free Kick"AppleTV+ Ross Smith looks at Nashville and Orlando plus the secondary transfer windowSEC/ACC/Apple TV's Kacey White looks at the college game, Toronto FC and their trip to Atlanta, and the NWSL
The Friday Free Kick is here for another SDH AMBeyond Goals Mentoring's Michael Parkhurst drops by to talk about the new seasons starting in high school and college and what BGM is learning from last year to this year...Plus, we talk about the difficulty in staying even keeled in emotions- not letting the lows stay too low and learning from the high moments
Jon Nelson takes you through the week on SDH AM. Tom Mayo, Executive Director of the Leagues Cup, joined the show to talk about the first round of matches. Tyler Terens and Michael Parkhurst also joined the show to talk about MLS, Atlanta United, and more. Check out SDH AM Monday-Friday starting at 9:05am Monday-Friday on the Soccer Down Here YouTube, Twitch, and X channels.
A packed Freestyle Friday on SDH AM Beyond Goals Mentoring's Michael Parkhurst joins for the Friday Free KickWe look back at Leagues Cup with Executive Director Tom Mayo andAppleTV+ play-by-play Tyler Terens joins from St. Louis previewing his match with Nashville, looking back at Phase One, and the weekend in MLS Plus, your weekend preview
The Friday Free Kick returns with Beyond Goals Mentoring's Michael ParkhurstWe look back at the last season's growth at BGM and what they've learned as a business and Parky as a mentor- plus what they're looking to accomplish in the next season...
Jon Nelson takes you through some of the highlights on SDH AM this past week. Dax McCarty of MLS Season Pass on Apple TV joined to talk about the league just past the midway mark in 2025, Michael Parkhurst joined for the weekly segment with our friends at Beyond Goals Mentoring, and former Atlanta Beat and Canadian national team midfielder Amy Walsh joined the show to talk about the Gold Cup. SDH AM airs Monday-Friday starting at 9:05am on the Soccer Down Here YouTube, Twitch, and X channels. Follow @soccerdownhere on your social media platforms for updates.
A stacked Freestyle Friday on SDH AMWe look at the weekend in Club World Cup- the Round of 16 is setMichael Parkhurst from Beyond Goals Mentoring drops by to talk character, pressing, body language, and the impact of those around you on your own gameAppleTV/MLS 360 studio analyst Dax McCarty drops by to talk ATLUTD and MLS to this point of the season...And we get you ready for the MLS weekend...
Michael Parkhurst visits SDH AM for the "Friday Free Kick" where Beyond Goals Mentoring takes a look at the issues mentors have with mentees these days...We address body language, respect, dealing with pressure, and maturity showing in players regardless of levels of experience
Jon Nelson takes you through the SDH Network Week in Review featuring reaction from Apple TV's Neil Sika and former captain Michael Parkhurst to Atlanta United's 4-0 loss in New York City, plus talk about the Club World Cup from the Seattle perspective with Niko Moreno of Pulso Sports. SDH AM airs Monday-Friday starting at 9:05am on X, Twitch, and YouTube at Soccer Down Here.
Freestyle Friday dissects the ATLUTD loss in the BronxWe hear from Head Coach Ronny Deila and talk about *the playMichael Parkhurst, from Beyond Goals Mentoring, looks at the ATLUTD season and the issues of confidence for adults and menteesAppleTV+ play-by-play announcer Neil Sika breaks down the match from last night and the rest of MLSPlus, we go over your juiceboxes and news from the AM
Friday Free Kick on SDH AM has ATLUTD legend Michael Parkhurst talking about the match in the Bronx against NYC FC plus trying to be a good teammate in the smallest ways and pushing through moments and heading toward success
Beyond Goals Mentoring's Michael Parkhurst drops by for the Friday Free Kick on SDH AMWe look at how to gauge getting out of ruts and funks- and if generations handle them differently... plus how individuals may handle each separately from teammates but make sure, at the same time, that the visions are still in the same direction...
Freestyle Friday has guests to break down ATLUTD and the stories of soccerBeyond Goals Mentoring's Michael Parkhurst talks about the difficulties of turning negatives into positives- and staying positive. Plus the new soccer experience in Rhode Island and the latest with ATLUTD...AppleTV/MLS Season Pass studio analyst Ozzie Alonso looks at ATLUTD and his top stories from the first third of the season...We preview the weekend in MLS and overseas plus the GHSA semifinals results...
Beyond Goals Mentoring's Michael Parkhurst talks about the difficulties of turning negatives into positives- and staying positive. Plus the new soccer experience in Rhode Island and the latest with ATLUTD...
Jon Nelson takes you through the SDH AM Week in Review. SDH AM airs on the SDH Network Monday-Friday at 9:05am on the Soccer Down Here YouTube, Twitch, and X channels. Enjoy interviews with Bradley Wright-Phillips of MLS 360, former Atlanta United captain Michael Parkhurst, and PRO General Manager and former FIFA referee Mark Geiger.
After his visit with Michael Parkhurst, Bradley Wright-Phillips continues his conversation on the good, the bad, and the ugly of the first quarter of the 2025 MLS season...He also breaks down his thoughts on Atlanta United's start so far...
It's a busy Freestyle Friday on SDH AMWe go over CONCACAF from last night and the Vancouver winMichael Parkhurst, on the Friday Free Kick, talks Beyond Goals Mentoring and the state of affairs involving Atlanta UnitedWe have a cross-over with MLS Season Pass analyst Bradley Wright-PhillipsSoccerForUSPod's Bart Keeler has breaking news on the NWSL and Jarrett joins for the breakdown of MLS Matchweek 10
Michael Parkhurst from Beyond Goals Mentoring drops by SDH AMWe talk about the current state of affairs with Atlanta United, how he would have a talk with the locker room, the younger of the players showing respect to the badgeParky catches up with our next guest, Bradley Wright-Phillips, as well...
The magic of the U.S. Open Cup is back—and the Round of 32 draw did not disappoint. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down the biggest matchups and storylines as 16 MLS teams enter the fray, with plenty of potential for upsets. Indy Eleven head coach Sean McAuley stops by to preview his club's showdown with the Philadelphia Union, the gap between USL Championship and MLS, and where he stands on promotion and relegation in American soccer. Then, former USMNT midfielder and two-time Open Cup champion Michael Parkhurst joins the show to talk about building Rhode Island FC from the ground up, the buzz around their new stadium, and why their draw against New England Revolution couldn't be more perfect. Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer. For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ You can also watch Call It What You Want on the CBS Sports Golazo Network for free on connected TVs and mobile devices through the CBS Sports app, Pluto TV, and on CBSSports.com as well as Paramount+. Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, EFL, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, Brasileiro, Argentine Primera División, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Sign up to the Golazo newsletter, your ultimate guide to the Beautiful Game as our experts take you beyond the pitch and around the globe with news that matters. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Beyond Goals Mentoring's Michael Parkhurst drops by to talk about the values of being a multi-sport athlete and not just being tied to one sport.Also,the value of being even emotionally plus some ATLUTD talk involving Dom Chong Qui