The Road Warrior

Road Warrior continues with Episode 8, a conversation between Greg Rubendall and Mia Volpatti, lifelong Livermore soccer product, Southern Oregon collegiate athlete, and high school and club coach. In this episode, they discuss Mia’s journey from youth soccer to coaching in her hometown, the importance of mentorship and community leadership, and the challenges facing youth soccer in Northern Calif...

Road Warrior continues with Episode 7, a solo conversation with Greg Rubendall. In this episode, Greg shares his personal journey through mental health challenges, entrepreneurship, and leadership, reflecting on resilience, self-awareness, and the lessons that shaped his path. He explores the founding of Eyes Open Industries, the concept of organizational forensics, and how history, identity, and...

Road Warrior continues with Episode 6, a conversation between Greg Rubendall and Brandon Turner, Soccer Manager, USSF B License Coach, FIFA Licensed Agent, and U.S. Grassroots Coach Educator. In this episode, the two explore the transformative power of sports in communities, the importance of coaching education, and the cultural influence of Brooklyn in shaping identity and leadership. The convers...

Road Warrior continues with episode 5, a conversation between Greg Rubendall and Todd Higley, Cal Men's Soccer All-American Captain. In this episode, the two reflect on their shared roots in Bay Area soccer and Todd’s journey from player to coach, exploring the competitive youth soccer landscape of Northern California and the mentors who shaped their paths. The conversation highlights the power of...

Road Warrior continues with a conversation between Greg Rubendall and his father, Bill Rubendall. In this episode, the two reflect on Bill’s journey from aspiring educator to longtime bankruptcy attorney and his return to teaching, while exploring the values that shaped Greg’s life. These values include leadership, advocacy, service, and lifelong learning. The conversation also touches on mental h...

Road Warrior continues with Episode 3 featuring Geoff Rubendall. Hosted by Greg Rubendall, the brothers reflect on growing up in a sports-centered family and how soccer became a through line in their lives. The conversation explores youth sports, coaching and parenting, cultural influences, and the role the game plays in personal development, family bonds, and building positive relationships with...

Road Warrior continues with Episode 2 featuring Carrie McDowell. Hosted by Gregory Rubendall, the two reflect on growing up in a sports-driven family and explore Carrie’s journey from youth soccer player to coach, professional, and parent. The conversation covers coaching, women’s soccer, team dynamics, and the importance of fostering a lifelong love of sports in the next generation.

Road Warrior kicks off Episode 1 with the first member of the Starting XI: Lou Arseneault. Hosted by Gregory Rubendall, the two discuss Lou’s journey as a U.S. Women’s National Futsal player, beach soccer player, coach, and mentor. They cover topics of travel, community, the Camino de Santiago, and the importance of giving back through the game.