Podcasts about Soccer America

This episode is mostly about TAYLOR TWELLMAN. We chatted on the phone about his life and career. How that career ended and why he is so committed to making people aware of TBI (traumatic brain injury.) He talks about his broadcast career, its process and so much more. You can read more about Twellman in a Soccer America profile I wrote, at socceramerica.com. JAKE ZIVIN is Taylor's broadcast partner. A conversation with him follows the Twellman interview. Twellman recorded April 18, 2025Zivin recorded April 23, 2025

Welcome in for another edition of the Morning Espresso from the SDH Network, brought to you by Oglethorpe University, Atlanta's premier undergraduate learning experience and soccer powerhouse.UEFA Champions League quarterfinals start today, and today's matchups are the more tightly contested ones. According to Opta's prediction module, Arsenal-Real Madrid is the toughest quarterfinal to predict. It gets started in London today. Very little history between the two, Thierry Henry led the Gunners to a win in the Round of 16 over the Galacticos in 2006, but that's it. Madrid's defensive woes will be the focus for Mikel Arteta's attack, especially with Bukayo Saka back in action for Arsenal. Bayern host Inter today as well, two of the best defensive teams in Europe this season. However, Bayern are missing Alphonso Davies and Dayot Upemecano to injury so that defense is nowhere near full-strength. Tomorrow's quarterfinals see Barcelona heading to Borussia Dortmund and PSG hosting Aston Villa. In the second legs of the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals tonight, Cruz Azul hosts Club América while the LA Galaxy have to go to Monterrey to face Tigres. Gabriel Pec is back for the Galaxy, but it's a big ask to get past Tigres considering LA has only won one match in ten in 2025.Tomorrow, Pumas will host Vancouver while Miami hosts LAFC.Your Copa Libertadores match to watch tonight is Barcelona SC, led by the dashing Sir Second Alexander Castle (Segundo Alejandro Castillo for newcomers to the Morning Espresso), traveling to Buenos Aires to face River Plate. Can't wait to see what Castillo wears on the touchline, but there won't be any fans in the building to see it as River has to play behind closed doors due to punishments from CONMEBOL dating back to the 2024 Libertadores semfinal that saw many rules violations from the club (fireworks, etc) and racist behavior from the stands. It was reported yesterday that Inter Miami holds the discovery rights to Kevin De Bruyne. However, they don't have a Designated Player slot for him, so he would have to take a maximum TAM deal to sign for the rest of the 2025 season (around $870K). Will he take a deal for that to get a DP deal next year? Lots still to sort out. Big time congrats to Soccer America as they begin their 55th year of publication today. It was on this date that their first edition was published in 1971. The work done by Clay Berling and so many others to cover the game in this country, and what is now being continued by Paul Kennedy and Mike Woitalla and their team, is unmatched and has been essential to growing the game in this country. Soccer America is a must for anyone in the sport in this country. We're not here without them. Thank you to everyone who has ever been associated with SA! More Espresso coming on Thursday on the SDH Network, presented by Oglethorpe University.

Since the early 80's Mike Woitalla has been writing articles for all of our favorite soccer magazine… Soccer America. Before 24/7 coverage of the EPL, of LaLiga, of MLS, and 30 college games a night on everywhere, there was a magazine that brought most of us our soccer fix until the rare US Men's National Team game was occasionally broadcast. Mike talks about the publications path and provides a level of insight second to none thanks to his front row seat to US soccer, polished by his keyboard! Let's go… #socceramerica #magazine #stlmade #collegesoccer #usmnt #tabramos

It's been about one week since Gregg Berhalter was relieved of his head coaching duties for the USMNT. Matt Crocker, the Sporting Director for U.S. Soccer, has said that he'd like to have a new coach in place before the U.S. plays their September friendlies. Those are currently scheduled for September 7 and 10. On today's show, we're going to dig into the coaching search and sort through some of the potential candidates. To help me do that, I've invited Mike Woitalla to join the show. Mike is the Executive Editor of Soccer America. You can follow Mike on X at: @MikeWoitalla Here And Abroad is produced by me, Frank Garza. You can follow me on X at: @FrankGarza007

[By popular request, an archive re-release from August 2018, featuring our extraordinary conversation with one of the central figures of the original North American Soccer League - from its chaotic formation in 1968 to its untimely demise in 1985.] + + + Soccer America columnist (and Episode #6 guest) Paul Gardner summed up this week's National Soccer Hall of Fame guest in his May 2015 commentary: “The debt owed by American soccer to Clive Toye is a vast one. It is not too much of an exaggeration to say, flatly, that without Toye's blind faith in the sport in the 1970s, pro soccer in the USA would have withered and died. Yes, Phil Woosnam and Lamar Hunt and Bob Hermann were there too. But in those unpromising years it was Toye's voice -- it came in a steady flow of ridiculously optimistic press releases and grandiose plans for a future that few others even dared to ponder -- that called loudest. “The New York Cosmos general manager credited with turning that league's fortunes around when he signed Pele to a contract in 1975. Toye, who was born in England and came to the United States in 1967 at the age of 33, was president of three North American Soccer League teams – the Cosmos, Chicago Sting and Toronto Blizzard – and general manager of the [original National Professional Soccer League and subsequent NASL] Baltimore Bays.  [He] was an official of the NASL in helping it through its crisis year of 1969 and in its final months in 1985 – and helped to found the third American Soccer League in 1988. “There has always been the spirit of a showman in Toye, and surely it was that spirit that enabled Toye to overlook the virtual collapse of the old North American Soccer League and to see instead a glittering future for the sport in the USA, even to declare to anyone who was listening -- and not many were in those days -- the preposterous notion that the USA should begin preparing to stage the World Cup. “And when the NASL, by the skin of its teeth and by the mad devotion of Toye et al., did survive, it was Toye who gave the reborn league its glittering image with his invention of the Cosmos, with his canny maneuvering and dealing, who brought Pele and Beckenbauer to New York.  Showmanship indeed.” Toye (A Kick in the Grass: The Slow Rise and Quick Demise of the NASL; Anywhere in the World) joins host Tim Hanlon for a lyrical and anecdote-filled journey through the pro league that he helped create, later put to rest, and which ultimately shored up the long-term foundation of the “beautiful game” in America. + + + SUPPORT THE SHOW: "Good Seats" Show & Defunct Team Merch:  http://tee.pub/lic/RdiDZzQeHSY Buy Us a Coffee: https://ko-fi.com/goodseatsstillavailable BUY/READ EARLY & OFTEN:  A Kick in the Grass: The Slow Rise and Quick Demise of the NASL (2006): https://amzn.to/3Ln1KAt Anywhere in the World (2015): https://amzn.to/3Y3TD3A SPONSOR THANKS: Royal Retros (promo code: SEATS): https://www.503-sports.com?aff=2 Old School Shirts.com (promo code: GOODSEATS) https://oldschoolshirts.com/goodseats   FIND & FOLLOW: Website: https://goodseatsstillavailable.com/ X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoodSeatsStill Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodseatsstillavailable/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@goodseatsstillavailable Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoodSeatsStillAvailable/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@goodseatsstillavailable

Mike Woitalla, Executive Editor of Soccer America, joins Kevin and Dave to review the USMNT's recent performance. They analyze the team's lackluster game against Colombia and the friendly match against Brazil. The discussion also includes predictions on the significance of the 2024 Copa América for Coach Gregg Berhalter.With decades of soccer journalism experience, Mike brings deep insights into game highlights, player transfers, and referee decisions. Additionally, he's an active volunteer coach, referee, and photographer with SWB Oakland, contributing to the sport from youth leagues to the professional level.Kevin highlights the tactical adjustments needed for the USMNT to compete effectively on the global stage, emphasizing the importance of a solid defensive strategy and creative midfield play. Dave counters with a focus on improving player development programs within the US, suggesting a long-term approach to cultivate homegrown talent capable of succeeding internationally.Mike and the hosts delve into the potential impact of upcoming international fixtures and tournaments, providing a comprehensive overview of the challenges and opportunities awaiting the USMNT. Their conversation underscores the critical role of strategic planning and consistent performance in elevating the team's global standing.

Welcome to Season 10 of the GP Soccer Podcast! Host Giovanni Pacini welcomes his worldwide audience with an overview of the show and shares a piece from Soccer America on bad adult behavior. This week's "Conversation with the Coach", or in this case artist, features Soren Meibom, founder of Soccer SciArt.  "Coaches Corner" will feature UCONN Womens Basketball Coach Geno Auriemma on the lack of fundamentals amongst young players. News and Analysis will feature stories from the AP and the great Rob Ellis in his Euro Soccer Report will feature a review of the top players in this year's EPL campaign. The GP Soccer Podcast features new shows every Wednesday and can be found anywhere you listen to your podcasts. Listeners are encouraged to be GP Soccer Podcast super spreaders by sharing the show among those within their social media network! Those interested in advertising on the GP Soccer Podcast can contact host Giovanni Pacini at gp4soccer@yahoo.com. And be sure to check out the show website at www.gpsoccerpodcast.com. Next week's guest in the "Conversation with the Coach" segment will be host Giovanni Pacini being interviewed by AI. Not to be missed!Enjoy the show!

This is a special, guest star appearance for me on the "Over the Ball" podcast which is sponsored by Soccer America. It was a fun conversation and I hope I represented the 3rd team well. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who's felt the surge of emotion at a contentious offside call or debated a referee's split-second decision. We delve into the intricacies of VAR technology and its diverse applications across leagues like the MLS and Premier League, offering a rare glimpse into the ways referees are adapting to the digital age while striving to preserve the game's human element. Plus, we unpack the pressures of officiating at various levels, discussing the often overlooked aspects of referee development and the personal toll of sideline abuse.Join us as we round out our exploration with a look at the role referees play in shaping soccer's future. We reflect on the evolution of officiating, the contrasting styles from icons like Pierluigi Collina to today's referees, and the pressing need for investment in their development. With a combination of personal anecdotes, expert analysis, and heartfelt advocacy from David, you'll come away with a deep appreciation for the unseen heroes of the pitch and the essential role they play in ensuring fair play and respect in the sport.

We celebrate the 94th birthday of legendary Soccer America columnist Paul Gardner (The Simplest Game: The Intelligent Fan's Guide to the World of Soccer; Soccer Talk: Paul Gardner on Soccer) with this special archive re-release (and our 6th-ever episode!) from 2017. The universally acknowledged "dean" of American soccer writers waxes nostalgic on his unlikely journey from fledgling British pharmacist to the States' most persistently influential commentator on the "beautiful game."  Gardner: Recounts the chaotic formation of the modern professional game in the U.S. during the 1960s; Recalls how ambitious sports entrepreneurs like the International Soccer League's Bill Cox, and greedy corporate owners like the United Soccer Association's Madison Square Garden were quickly chagrined by the machinations of soccer's international governing body; Describes how a complex Welsh-born, player-turned-NASL-commissioner curiously nudged him into national TV game commentating; Remembers when he first recognized pro soccer had finally “arrived” in America (ironically, while out of the country); and Suggests that a revised U.S. corporate tax code may have helped hasten the demise of an already-wobbly NASL as the 1980s beckoned. + + +   SUPPORT THE SHOW: Buy Us a Coffee: https://ko-fi.com/goodseatsstillavailable "Good Seats" Merch: http://tee.pub/lic/RdiDZzQeHSY   SPONSOR THANKS: Old School Shirts.com (promo code: GOODSEATS) https://oldschoolshirts.com/goodseats Royal Retros (promo code: SEATS): https://www.503-sports.com?aff=2   BUY/READ EARLY & OFTEN: The Simplest Game: The Intelligent Fan's Guide to the World of Soccer (1996): https://amzn.to/3yhjJFc Soccer Talk: Paul Gardner on Soccer (1999): https://amzn.to/44AoHsV   FIND & FOLLOW: Website: https://goodseatsstillavailable.com/ X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoodSeatsStill Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodseatsstillavailable/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@goodseatsstillavailable Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoodSeatsStillAvailable/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@goodseatsstillavailable

For the third consecutive time, the USMNT has won the Concacaf Nations League. After squeaking by Jamaica in the semifinal, they beat Mexico 2-0 in the Final on Sunday night. On today's show, we're going to break down the USMNT's performance across the two matches and discuss what's next for the team. To help me with that, I've invited Mike Woitalla to join the show. Mike is the Executive Editor of Soccer America. You can follow Mike on X at: @MikeWoitalla Here And Abroad is produced by me, Frank Garza. You can follow me on X at: @FrankGarza007

On today's show, we are going to break down the USMNT's recent friendly against Slovenia which they lost 0-1. We'll also look ahead to their next window which will be the Nations League Finals in March. To help me do all that, I've invited Paul Kennedy to join the show. Paul is the Editor in Chief & General Manager of Soccer America. He began writing for Soccer America in 1974 and has been its editor since 1985. He started writing on soccer for France Football in 1978 and has been on its Ballon d'Or jury since 2007. He resides in Albany, California, where Soccer America was founded in 1971. You can follow Paul on X at: @pkedit Here And Abroad is produced by me, Frank Garza. You can follow me on X at: @FrankGarza007

The legendary editor of Soccer America joins the podcast to discuss soccer, the upcoming World Cup, and the state of soccer journalism. 

Welcome back soccer lovers, to another exciting episode of Over The Ball. This week, we have a special guest who will surely spark some nostalgia for our die-hard listeners. He's a former national team player and winner of the prestigious Herman Trophy - none other than Bruce Murray himself! Joined by your favorite hosts Kevin Flynn and Dave Gallego, this episode is filled with insightful conversations about his illustrious career in soccer, playing overseas professionally, and the importance of having an underdog mentality on the field. The boys also pay tribute to the late Franz Beckenbauer and his impact on the game. The conversation covers Beckenbauer's revolutionary role as a sweeper and his English language lessons. Kevin and Dave also announce the winner of a competition, preview next week's guest and conclude with a discussion on recent Premier League soccer matches.

Welcome to the GP Soccer Podcast! Host Giovanni Pacini welcomes his worldwide audience to the show. Opening comments feature a piece from Soccer America about the lies folks in the game tell. This week's "Conversation with the Coach" will feature Steve Russo, the Goalkeeper Coach at Masconomet Regional HS where he coaches his son Marco, the starting goalkeeper on the team. "Coaches Corner" will feature a Unisport segment on playing without making mistakes. The great Rob Ellis will share his European Soccer Report in the last block of the show. So much great stuff!The GP Soccer Podcast will feature new shows every Wednesday and can be found anywhere you listen to your podcasts. Listeners are encouraged to be GP Soccer Podcast super spreaders by sharing the show among those within their social media network! Those interested in advertising on the GP Soccer Podcast can contact host Giovanni Pacini at gp4soccer@yahoo.com.Enjoy the show!

Welcome to the GP Soccer Podcast! Host Giovanni Pacini welcomes his worldwide audience to the show. Opening comments feature a piece from Soccer America about the lies folks in the game tell. This week's "Conversation with the Coach" will feature John Barata, the Head Boys Soccer Coach at Oliver Ames HS in Easton, MA where the discussion will be what it's like to coach a defending state championship team. "Coaches Corner" will feature a Unisport segment on playing without fear. The great Rob Ellis will share his European Soccer Report in the last block of the show. So much great stuff!The GP Soccer Podcast will feature new shows every Wednesday and can be found anywhere you listen to your podcasts. Listeners are encouraged to be GP Soccer Podcast super spreaders by sharing the show among those within their social media network! Those interested in advertising on the GP Soccer Podcast can contact host Giovanni Pacini at gp4soccer@yahoo.com.Enjoy the show!

The USMNT plays Uzbekistan this Saturday, September 9 and Oman the following Tuesday, September 12. This marks the official beginning of Gregg Berhalter 2.0 as the head coach returns to the sidelines for the first time since losing to the Netherlands at the World Cup. On today's show, we'll preview the two friendlies and what to expect from Berhalter 2.0. My guest today is Mike Woitalla. Mike is the Executive Editor of Soccer America. You can follow him on Twitter at: @MikeWoitalla Here And Abroad is produced by me, Frank Garza. You can follow me on Twitter at: @FrankGarza007

Marcio Chaer joins Todd with interviewing Hartwick College Legend Billy Gazonas In 1977 Billy was the Herman Trophy winner  Soccer Monthly Magazine College Player of the year  Division 1 first team all-American team selected by the National Soccer coaches association Soccer America magazine selection as on of the nations top ten players National Champion at Hartwick College  NASL 1978-1980 - Tulsa Roughnecks 1981 - Calgary Boomers 1981-1982 - New York Arrows - MISL Champions 1982-1984 - Kansas City Comets --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/foxxdensports/support

The editor of Soccer America first interacted with the U.S. Soccer Federation when it was run out of a leased office at the Empire State Building, and he remains one of the organization's closest observers 50 years later. He joined Watke and Belz to discuss Berhalter's re-hiring, the search, federation finances, equal pay, NWSL finances, and much more. Second half of the interview is available only to patrons. Link below.---- 

Welcome to this special edition of the GP Soccer Podcast. Host Giovanni Pacini will moderate a two-episode discussion surrounding the increase in violence within youth sports. Last week's episode focused on the contributing factors and today the emphasis will be on solutions. Pacini has assembled an outstanding panel of experts of whom include- Skip Gilbert, CEO of USYS, Mike Woitalla, Executive Editor at Soccer America, and Dr. Bill Steffen, Assistant Professor of Sports Science at Wingate University and is a member of the United Soccer Coaches National Staff.The GP Soccer Podcast will continue to feature expert guests, outstanding commentary, and high-quality information for all those involved in the game. Listeners are encouraged to be GP Soccer Podcast super spreaders by sharing the show among those within their social media network! Those interested in advertising on the GP Soccer Podcast can contact host Giovanni Pacini at gp4soccer@yahoo.com and for Direct Kick on WMEX, contact show producer Ben Rabinovitz at excitedsounds33@gmail.com. The GP Soccer Podcast will feature new shows every Wednesday and can be found anywhere you listen to your podcasts. Direct Kick on WMEX AM 1510 and wmexboston.com airs every Tuesday from 6-7 PM. Follow both shows on Facebook , Twitter (@gpacini155), LinkedIn, Instagram and Linktree. Check out the show website at www. gpsoccerpodcast.com as well!Enjoy the show!

Welcome to this special edition of the GP Soccer Podcast. Host Giovanni Pacini will moderate a two-episode discussion surrounding the contributing factors related to the increase in violence within youth sports. Today's episode will focus on the contributing factors. Pacini will moderate an outstanding panel of experts of whom include- Skip Gilbert, CEO of USYS, Mike Woitalla, Executive Editor at Soccer America, and Dr. Bill Steffen, Assistant Professor of Sports Science at Wingate University and is a member of the United Soccer Coaches National Staff.The GP Soccer Podcast will continue to feature expert guests, outstanding commentary, and high-quality information for all those involved in the game. Listeners are encouraged to be GP Soccer Podcast super spreaders by sharing the show among those within their social media network! Those interested in advertising on the GP Soccer Podcast can contact host Giovanni Pacini at gp4soccer@yahoo.com and for Direct Kick on WMEX, contact show producer Ben Rabinovitz at excitedsounds33@gmail.com. The GP Soccer Podcast will feature new shows every Wednesday and can be found anywhere you listen to your podcasts. Direct Kick on WMEX AM 1510 and wmexboston.com airs every Tuesday from 6-7 PM. Follow both shows on Facebook , Twitter (@gpacini155), LinkedIn, Instagram and Linktree. Check out the show website at www. gpsoccerpodcast.com as well!Next week's show has the panel returning and the discussion shall focus on solutions relative to this issue. Don't miss it. Enjoy the show!

Welcome to the GP Soccer Podcast! Todays' show features a conversation that host Giovanni Pacini had with former soccer official Mary Fitzgerald a few years back. The conversation serves as an appropriate set up for the upcoming two-episode series surrounding the increase in violence within youth sports. Next week's episode will  focus on the contributing factors and the following week the emphasis will be on solutions. Pacini has assembled an outstanding panel of experts of whom include- Skip Gilbert, CEO of USYS, Mike Woitalla, Executive Editor at Soccer America, and Dr. Bill Steffen, Assistant Professor of Sports Science at Wingate University and is a member of the United Soccer Coaches National Staff. The third block shall feature the ever popular EPL / Euro Report which once again will be delivered by Giovanni Pacini while regular host Rob Ellis is away. The GP Soccer Podcast will continue to feature expert guests, outstanding commentary, and high-quality information for all those involved in the game. Listeners are encouraged to be GP Soccer Podcast super spreaders by sharing the show among those within their social media network! Those interested in advertising on the GP Soccer Podcast can contact host Giovanni Pacini at gp4soccer@yahoo.com and for Direct Kick on WMEX, contact show producer Ben Rabinovitz at excitedsounds33@gmail.com. The GP Soccer Podcast will feature new shows every Wednesday and can be found anywhere you listen to your podcasts. Direct Kick on WMEX AM 1510 and wmexboston.com airs every Tuesday from 6-7 PM. Follow both shows on Facebook , Twitter (@gpacini155), LinkedIn, Instagram and Linktree. Check out the show website at www. gpsoccerpodcast.com as well!Enjoy the show!

Mike Woitalla talks about the Reynas and Gregg Berhalter, at length and with deep knowledge. We also talk about news from FIFA and women's soccer and American investment. And we chat about Grant Wahl, the great American soccer reporter who passed away while covering the World Cup in Qatar. Show Notes 1:00     Gregg Berhalter and the Reynas, the drama that played out during and after the recent WC 12:00   World Cup news from FIFA, men in US, Mexico and Canada and 2023 Women's WC 23:00   Grant Wahl, the late sports reporter and writer and his impact on American soccer 28:00   Investment in women's soccer 33:20   Encouraging atmosphere in American soccer, women and men

[We celebrate the amazing life of the legendary Pelé with a reissue of our 2018 conversation with the man chiefly responsible for coaxing the "Black Pearl" out of retirement in 1975 to join the NASL's then-fledgling New York Cosmos - Clive Toye!] + + + Soccer America columnist (and Episode #6 interviewee) Paul Gardner summed up this week's Hall of Fame guest in his May 2015 commentary: “The debt owed by American soccer to Clive Toye is a vast one. It is not too much of an exaggeration to say, flatly, that without Toye's blind faith in the sport in the 1970s, pro soccer in the USA would have withered and died. Yes, Phil Woosnam and Lamar Hunt and Bob Hermann were there too. But in those unpromising years it was Toye's voice -- it came in a steady flow of ridiculously optimistic press releases and grandiose plans for a future that few others even dared to ponder -- that called loudest. “The New York Cosmos general manager credited with turning that league's fortunes around when he signed Pele to a contract in 1975. Toye, who was born in England and came to the United States in 1967 at the age of 33, was president of three North American Soccer League teams – the Cosmos, Chicago Sting and Toronto Blizzard – and general manager of the [original National Professional Soccer League and subsequent NASL] Baltimore Bays.  [He] was an official of the NASL in helping it through its crisis year of 1969 and in its final months in 1985 – and helped to found the third American Soccer League in 1988. “There has always been the spirit of a showman in Toye, and surely it was that spirit that enabled Toye to overlook the virtual collapse of the old North American Soccer League and to see instead a glittering future for the sport in the USA, even to declare to anyone who was listening -- and not many were in those days -- the preposterous notion that the USA should begin preparing to stage the World Cup. “And when the NASL, by the skin of its teeth and by the mad devotion of Toye et al., did survive, it was Toye who gave the reborn league its glittering image with his invention of the Cosmos, with his canny maneuvering and dealing, who brought Pele and Beckenbauer to New York.  Showmanship indeed.” Toye (A Kick in the Grass: The Slow Rise and Quick Demise of the NASL; Anywhere in the World) joins host Tim Hanlon for a lyrical and anecdote-filled journey through the pro league that he helped create, later put to rest, and which ultimately shored up the long-term foundation of the “beautiful game” in America.

Kevin and Chris take a look at the day's action, as the CONCACAF teams remain winless. The boys were impressed by Japan in their 2-1 win over Germany. Even more so by Canada in their loss to Belgium. They fell asleep during the Spain 7-0 trouncing of Costa Rica. Think the 12 million estimated viewership across Univision, Fox, and Peacock is likely understated. And Kevin vehemently disagrees with Soccer America's Mike Woitalla's assessment of Zimmerman in the USMNT game against Wales. That and more on OTB.

Soccer America's Senior Editor Mike Woitalla joins OTB hosts Kevin Flynn and Chris Chamides to announce a daily OTB podcast series that will air during the World Cup games starting this Monday, November 21, as the USMNT squad kicks off their 2022 FIFA World Cup against Wales.

A complete excitement-filled recap of the 2022 MLS Cup featuring LAFC and Philadelphia Union. Soccer America's Mike Woitalla joins Kevin to discuss the incredible atmosphere and the one-of-a-kind stadium environment at Banc of California Stadium on Saturday for the MLS Cup featuring the glamorous and stylish LAFC taking on the more physical Philadelphia. The game absolutely lived up to the hype with an epic, back-and-forth 3-3 match -- tied at regulation, the game goes into extra time and ends with an incredible penalty kick shootout. An unforgettable true Hollywood ending for two of the MLS' best teams. #MLSCup2022

MIKE WOITALLA Has covered soccer for more than 35 years for Soccer America magazine. SHOW NOTES :40 World Cup in Qatar and the US in it and how it impacts MLS 4:00 US should have good showing in Qatar 5:45 Does world take US soccer more seriously? 13:40 Clubs around the world want a piece of the US market? 18:50 Who is driving the increase in soccer interest in the US 22:00 USA still the standard for women's soccer around the world? 25:00 US training for young soccer players 27:30 US and MLS getting talent players from South and Central America 31:00 The socialism of sports in America 34:00 MLS had a great plan and it's working well

Kevin and Chris help celebrate the 92nd birthday of a true living soccer legend, Soccer America's Paul Gardner. Having covered eight FIFA World Cups, ten FIFA Under-17 World Cups, and interviewed the game's greatest players like Pele, Carlos Veja, Franz Beckenbauer, and Diego Maradona, Paul has also overseen the transformation of the game inside the U.S.A. from the late '60's to today. Don't miss this legendary OTB episode.

On this special edition of OTB, Kevin welcomes Soccer America's Senior Editor Mike Woitalla for some quick analysis of the USMNT draw vs Mexico at Estadio Azteca.Call or Text us - 424-229-2247

Greg and Belz got a pretty detailed look into Canada's tactical approach from a couple of private video presentations conducted by John Herdman, which were leaked to us. We talk through those and try to relate them to the USMNT, and then talk through Gregg Berhalter's latest interview with Bobby Warshaw for U.S. Soccer's house podcast.0:30 intro, background and the basics of Herdman's ideas14:30 Canada's approach to each of the 4 phases of the game26:30 tallying up "advance platforms" as a way to measure on-field success44:25 Berhalter's latest Warshaw interview55:30 Pulisic's benchingCORRECTION: Earnie Stewart's compensation for 2020 was, according to Soccer America, $825,720. On the pod Belz said "$865,000" which is incorrect. support Scuffed on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/scuffedsign up for our weekly newsletter: https://scuffedweekly.substack.com/ join the Discord: https://discord.gg/X6tfzkM8XU buy our merch: https://my-store-11446477.creator-spring.com/drop us a question at this link and we'll try to answer it: https://forms.gle/rfzSEZJwsvnWSCxW7

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This week on OTB, Kevin and Chris welcome Mike Woitalla, executive editor of Soccer America, to talk about the USMNT and their cold weather victory in the CONCACAF World Cup qualifier vs Honduras, the strategy behind choosing the location of that match, and the dominance of the Canadian national team of late.

OTB returns in the new year with a new co-host to welcome in Mike Woitalla, executive editor of Soccer America, to look back on the biggest stories of 2021 as well as all that there is to look forward to in the year ahead.

Welcome to the GP Soccer Podcast with your host Giovanni Pacini! Opening the show, Giovanni spends a bit of time tackling a Paul Gardner commentary in Soccer America.  This episode's interview guest in the second block is Derek Broadley, Technical Director for the Charleston Soccer Club. Closing the show in the end block, Giovanni discusses a troubling incident involving racism during a high school soccer match in a Vermont community.Be sure to support the show sponsors- The DiBernardo School of Soccer, Ohio University's On-Line Master Degree Program in Soccer Coaching, GP Voice Over Services, and Help You Find Me where creating an account earns you a 20% membership discount for life at helpyoufind.me/GPSoccer.The GP Soccer Podcast features new episodes every Wednesday that can be found anywhere you listen to your podcasts. It is always appreciated when listeners of the show share it among those within their own social media network. Follow the show on Facebook, Twitter (@gpacini155), LinkedIn, and Instagram. Enjoy the show!

This week on OTB Kevin, Grayle and Sam discuss the culmination of both the EURO and Copa America and the massive TV numbers for both tournaments, as well as some MLS news before welcoming Soccer America executive editor Mike Woitalla back to the pod to break down the two USMNT Gold Cup performances so far and look ahead to this weekend's showdown with Canada, plus talk USWNT and where things stand heading into the Olympics.

This week on OTB Kevin, Grayle and Sam break down the Champions League final both on and off the field along with Inter Miami's recent legal issues before being joined by Soccer America executive editor Mike Woitalla to discuss the USMNT friendly defeat to Switzerland and preview tonight's CONCACAF Nations League semi-final against Honduras as well as look ahead to the Gold Cup in a summer filled with soccer.

Soccer America columnist and Episode 49 guest Ian Plenderleith ("Rock 'n' Roll Soccer: The Short Life and Fast Times of the North American Soccer League") returns to the show for our initial hot take on the ill-fated "Super League" - a long-rumored, big-money elite European club tournament concept that is already being left for dead a mere two days after its official  launch on April 18th. Stealthily announced on the eve of a UEFA Executive Committee meeting set to revamp and expand an already-lucrative Champions League competition, the breakaway Super League aimed to expedite the process by way of a new 20-team circuit featuring 15 permanent "founding clubs" (supplemented by five annual qualifiers), each guaranteed bankable spots in each season's competition. Among the twelve announced at launch were some of the richest soccer clubs on the planet: La Liga's Atlético Madrid, Barcelona and Real Madrid; Serie A's Inter Milan, Juventus and A.C. Milan; and six from the English Premier League: Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur.   The reaction from the world's soccer establishment was swift in its condemnation and ferocious in its hostility - with some of the hottest protestations coming from the very fans of the proposed league's charter members, already wary of foreign investment in their domestic leagues.   Plenderleith helps us understand how we got here, what happens in the immediate aftermath (especially to the "Treasonous Twelve") - and why the "Super League" will likely not be the last of efforts to squeeze more corporate riches from the peoples' "beautiful game."

Is 13 America's number? If you're going to be THAT boring, just stay home What did you think? Get vaccinated? Christopher doesn't go the the hospital, except for when he does Doctors are full of shit Our expert opinion on the uselessness of doctors Christopher is waiting to go to the doctor until he is 60 Too many vaccines Christopher doesn't think people are stupid There are no stupid decisions, only stupid people Texas woman convicted of a felony for not returning a VHS tape Renting from the front of the store The Super League disaster (Soccer) (America (the best)) Football isn't socialist What kind of sport ends in a tie? The Phoenix Wranglers (with cheerleaders) Good players got wrangled How many types of (real) Football did we have? Christopher: SportsMan Live sports aren't boring in person Christopher: "Remember when David Ortiz broke Ted Williams record?" - James: blank stare Why is the potato gendered? The Mr. in Mr. Potato Head is actually funny and important The story of Christopher's Lemon Pig Scouts is better without the "Boy" BSA created a lot of the early safety procedures for working with kids Christopher dances around the Maypole Christopher loves (modern) Germans

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.

This week on OTB Kevin, Grayle and Sam welcome Soccer America executive editor Mike Woitalla to the pod to discuss the US mens' failure in Olympic qualifying and ask how big of a setback missing the tournament really is, plus break down the recent friendly performances from the new-look full USMNT squad against Jamaica and Northern Ireland, and consider whether commentators treat the men's and women's games differently.

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On this week's United Soccer Coaches Podcast, presented by TeamSnap, host Dean Linke sits down for interviews with Soccer America's Editor in Chief Paul Kennedy, United Soccer Coaches Hall of Famer & long-time Colorado College Men's Head Soccer Coach Horst Richardson, National High School Assistant Coach of the Year Brian White, and 30U30 Members Jaquelinne Herrera and Sonia Basma.

In this episode of the show, Mancuso and Bobby Ciccarelli discuss the current state of the MLS. Is promotion/relegation an option in America? Are sports owners in America taking advantage of us? Why does the last place team get the first pick in the draft? Once again, the guys call upon Uncle Rino for his vast knowledge and guidance.

We kick off our final show of 2020 by taking a look back at the year in soccer with Mike Woitalla of Soccer America. We chat with UCLA head women's coach Amanda Cromwell about her session at the 2021 Digital Convention. We hear from a couple of award winners who will be honored at #UnitedCV21, Blair Gerlach and Ray Alley. We hear from Nicole Hercules, Black Coaches Advocacy Chair and one of the in-studio hosts for the Digital Convention, and we meet another 30 Under 30 member, Sammy Adjei.

On this week's show, host Dean Linke kicks off the show with longtime Soccer America columnist Paul Gardner. We hear from Michael Palone, son of Hall of Fame inductee Joe Palone. We hear from United Soccer Coaches Board member Dr. David Carr. OL Reign Academy Technical Director Amy Griffin joins the show to talk about her upcoming convention session and we meet a member of our 30 Under 30 class, Zak Kruger, head women's coach at Seton Hill University. We close out the show talking Rutgers women's soccer with head coach Michael O'Neill and Scarlet Knight alum, Casey Murphy.

Why do children play sports? According to a study by researchers at Notre Dame's Center for Ethical Education, it's to (#1) have fun, then—do something that are good at, improve skills, get exercise, be part of a team and enjoy the excitement of competition. But looking out at many sports fields or at many athletic events- sometimes, if we are being truthful, it looks like we are missing the mark. There are coaches screaming and parents gritting their teeth, fans yelling at referees and teammates shunning other teammates over missed goals or botched moves. What happened to the carefree freedom and fun that sports and athletic engagement once gave us? It's no wonder so many kids drop out of sports by the age of 13. And if we are really to ask ourselves how we can develop strong athletes who thrive at peak performance- do we really think this is the way? My next guest has some other ideas that can really help us. John O'Sullivan started the Changing the Game Project in 2012 after two decades as a soccer player- collegiate and professional- and a coach on the youth, high school, college and professional level.  He is the author of the #1 bestselling books Changing the Game: The Parents Guide to Raising Happy, High Performing Athletes, Giving Youth Sports Back to our Kids and Is it Wise to Specialize? John's work has been featured in The Huffington Post, CNN.com, Outside Magazine, ESPN.com, Soccer America and numerous other publications. John is an internationally known speaker for coaches, parents and youth sports organizations, and has spoken for TEDx, the National Soccer Coaches Association of America, US Lacrosse, IMG Academy, and at numerous other events throughout the US, Canada, Asia and Europe. He has a popular podcast for coaches called Way of the Champions and has even consulted with the US Olympic Committee. The post How to Talk to Kids about Sports, Athletics and the Love of the Game with John O'Sullivan appeared first on drrobynsilverman.com.

Why do children play sports? According to a study by researchers at Notre Dame's Center for Ethical Education, it's to (#1) have fun, then—do something that are good at, improve skills, get exercise, be part of a team and enjoy the excitement of competition. But looking out at many sports fields or at many athletic events- sometimes, if we are being truthful, it looks like we are missing the mark. There are coaches screaming and parents gritting their teeth, fans yelling at referees and teammates shunning other teammates over missed goals or botched moves. What happened to the carefree freedom and fun that sports and athletic engagement once gave us? It's no wonder so many kids drop out of sports by the age of 13. And if we are really to ask ourselves how we can develop strong athletes who thrive at peak performance- do we really think this is the way? My next guest has some other ideas that can really help us. John O'Sullivan started the Changing the Game Project in 2012 after two decades as a soccer player- collegiate and professional- and a coach on the youth, high school, college and professional level.  He is the author of the #1 bestselling books Changing the Game: The Parents Guide to Raising Happy, High Performing Athletes, Giving Youth Sports Back to our Kids and Is it Wise to Specialize? John's work has been featured in The Huffington Post, CNN.com, Outside Magazine, ESPN.com, Soccer America and numerous other publications. John is an internationally known speaker for coaches, parents and youth sports organizations, and has spoken for TEDx, the National Soccer Coaches Association of America, US Lacrosse, IMG Academy, and at numerous other events throughout the US, Canada, Asia and Europe. He has a popular podcast for coaches called Way of the Champions and has even consulted with the US Olympic Committee. The post How to Talk to Kids about Sports, Athletics and the Love of the Game with John O'Sullivan appeared first on drrobynsilverman.com.

  John is the founder of the Changing the Game Project - whose mission is to is to ensure that we return youth sports to our children, and put the ‘play' back in ‘play ball.'  They want to provide the most influential adults in our children's lives – their parents and coaches – with the information and resources they need to make sports a healthy, positive, and rewarding experience for their children, and their whole family. John started the Changing the Game Project in 2012 after two decades as a soccer player and coach on the youth, high school, college and professional level.  He is the author of the #1 bestselling books Changing the Game: The Parents Guide to Raising Happy, High Performing Athletes, and Giving Youth Sports Back to our Kids and Is it Wise to Specialize? John is also a regular contributor for SoccerWire.com, and his writing has been featured in many publications including The Huffington Post and Soccer America. John is an internationally known speaker for coaches, parents and youth sports organizations, and has spoken for TEDx, the National Soccer Coaches Association of America, IMG Academy, and at numerous other events throughout the US, Canada and Europe.  He resides in beautiful Bend, OR, with his wife, Dr Lauren O'Sullivan, and two wonderful children and aspiring young athletes: Maggie Shea, age 10, and Tiernan, age 8. Twitter: @CTGProjectHQ Facebook: /SportsParentingResourceCenter Website/blog: changingthegameproject.com Way of Champions Conference link: changingthegameproject.com/wocconference Listen Now: Listen on iTunes: iTunes link Listen on Stitcher: Stitcher link Listen on Google Play Music: Google Play link - Way of Champions - Transformational Coaching Conference Dr. Jerry Lynch is the founder of Way of Champions, and has been part of 35 national and world championship teams, from the Golden State Warriors to UNC Women's Soccer. He is the author of 12 books on leadership, championship culture, and coaching/parenting to win in sport and life. At the Way of Champions Coaching Conference, you will spend a weekend being inspired by Jerry, John, and dozens of other transformational leaders. Early-bird pricing if you sign up before May 1st - Click here to see more details about the conference Leadership  - Great blog posts on Changing the Game Project Bullying - Know the difference between being rude, being mean, and bullying - link to article Captains - You have to train them! Also - just because a kid is a quiet introvert doesn't mean they can't be a captain - learn how to utilize their quieter leadership style to help lead the team. How Adults take the joy out of sports - and how we can fix it - link to article - Reviews are the lifeblood of the podcast!- If you like the podcast- please take 2 minutes to write a review! Click here Ready to be an Awesome Youth Coach? Sign up for our free weekly newsletter:

  What does it take to be a winning youth coach? Listen in as John O'Sullivan shares stories and discusses his journey to becoming a successful youth sports coach. John is the founder of the Changing the Game Project - whose mission is to is to ensure that we return youth sports to our children, and put the ‘play' back in ‘play ball.'  They want to provide the most influential adults in our children's lives – their parents and coaches – with the information and resources they need to make sports a healthy, positive, and rewarding experience for their children, and their whole family. John started the Changing the Game Project in 2012 after two decades as a soccer player and coach on the youth, high school, college and professional level.  He is the author of the #1 bestselling books Changing the Game: The Parents Guide to Raising Happy, High Performing Athletes, and Giving Youth Sports Back to our Kids and Is it Wise to Specialize? John is also a regular contributor for SoccerWire.com, and his writing has been featured in many publications including The Huffington Post and Soccer America. John is an internationally known speaker for coaches, parents and youth sports organizations, and has spoken for TEDx, the National Soccer Coaches Association of America, IMG Academy, and at numerous other events throughout the US, Canada and Europe.  He resides in beautiful Bend, OR, with his wife, Dr Lauren O'Sullivan, and two wonderful children and aspiring young athletes: Maggie Shea, age 9, and Tiernan, age 7. Twitter: @coachjohnnyo Facebook: /SportsParentingResourceCenter Website/blog: changingthegameproject.com Listen Now: Listen in ITunes: Itunes link Listen in Stitcher: Stitcher link   Coaching/Leadership Quote   'When you are coaching sports - you don't coach a sport, you coach a child' - Dr. Martin Toms   Coaching Your Own Kids Coaching your own kid is a tough challenge because you are discipling their friends and can off-the-field ramifications My Cringe & ‘Ah-Ha' Moments There is so much to learn as a new coach - early on John didn't realize how powerful his actions and words are as a coach - they will stick with these young people for their lifetime A-ha moment: John coached a young man in high school - and after college he called John to thank him for the lessons he had taught.  This was eye-opening on the seriousness of the responsibility of coaching young people. You're going to make mistakes- and that's OK - but use this as an opportunity to be humble and apologize - this is a great example to the kids. Teaching Children & Keeping it Fun Dr. Martin Toms': 'When you are coaching sports - you don't coach a sport, you coach a child' Don't professionalize youth sports - focus on developing the kids, not for the win today.  Long-term goals instead of short-term.  What do kids need from a youth sports coach? - Enjoyment, ownership, and to be intrinsically motivated. Winning It very much depends on what/who you are coaching - if you are coaching a prospective olympic gymnast, who's physical activity peaks at 14-15 - you have to start earlier But for all of us coaching kids ages 6-12- the focus has to be development over winning - so don't not play a kid just because it's a close game HUGE IDEA #1 Study done by Amanda Visek from George Washington University - asked kids: 'why do you play sports?' - 9 out of 10 answered because it is fun.  Then she asked them to define what fun is: they came up with 81 different characteristics of what fun is - and 'winning' was down at #48 on the list.  Link to article: Fun not winning Coaching high-level youth soccer - Coach O'Sullivan started every player 1/3 of the games - this gives you the opportunity later in the season/game you can go with who is 'hot' because they are all having opportunities to shine Specialization in Youth Sports HUGE IDEA #2 Unless you are coaching female olympic gymnastics,