Inside The 18 : A Podcast for Goalkeepers by Goalkeepers

USMNT GK Depth Pool Review: Diego Kochen Vs Brian Schwake - Which Goalkeeper Stood Out This International Window? Plus How To Handle Negative GK Coaching Comments The US Men's National Soccer Team has completed their 4 game international window, and as all goalkeepers head back to their respective club teams, we dive deep into the 4 goalkeepers in camp. We share our insights into their distributio...

USMNT GK Alumni Jon Busch & Former MLS GK Eric Klenofsky: The State of the Goalkeeper Union In America We are halfway through the USMNT's 4-game international break. With our arch-rivals Mexico on the horizon, former USMNT GK Jon Busch and Former MLS GK Eric Klenofsky join the panel to break down the 4 goalkeepers in this camp's pool. First, we discuss the intense experiences of heading into a...

USMNT GK PROSPECTS: WHO SHOULD BE ON YOUR RADAR THIS CYCLE? With the new men's World Cup cycle here, we dig into our crystal ball and break down the top goalkeeping prospects at the U19 and U20 level for the stars and stripes. We check the tape on Wake Forest's GK Valentina and the most surreal, bizarre start of play action you will ever see on a pitch. Next, we audit Notre Dame's GK versus Brentf...

Goalkeeper Drama! College Soccer 24-1 Blowout Massacre + US U20 WC Breakdown! What can a goalkeeper possibly get out of a historic 24-1 blowout loss? This week, host Michael Magid and goalkeeper journalist Bill Reno dive straight into the match tape of the Arkansas-Pine Bluff game to expose the hidden technical wins and psychological safety mechanisms required to survive when a backline completely...

THE STATE OF US GOALKEEPING: STAN ANDERSON UNFILTERED Kasey Keller and Herculez Gomez just sparked a massive national debate on the true state of goalkeeper development in the United States. In this week's panel discussion on Inside the 18, CampShutout founder Stan Anderson gets completely heated breaking down exactly where youth club systems are actively failing modern players. If your current cl...

How does FC Barcelona prospect Diego Kochen project as the future number one goalkeeper for the USMNT? In Episode 359 of Inside the 18, host Michael Magid and goalkeeper analyst Bill Reno step into the video review room to deliver a complete tactical match film analysis of the young American starlet. We break down raw game tape to evaluate Kochen's shot-stopping mechanics, footwork velocity, and d...

What specific technical skillsets and tactical habits do most club and high school goalkeepers lack to play college soccer at the next level? In Episode 358 of Inside the 18, academy head coach Michael Magid and leading goalkeeper analyst Bill Reno deliver a comprehensive match film analysis breaking down the brutal mechanical and mental missing pieces that cause youth players to fail elite colleg...

Q of the Day - Coaches what is more important to you? Confidence, or Successful Actions despite lack of confidence? On Today's Podcast Bill Reno and Michael Magid discuss Ted Lasso Season 4 and how it's the best representation of a GK's EQ profile than in prior seasons.  Then they briefly discuss who will be Spurs #1 and the beginning of the EPL season this week.  Then they compare and contrast go...

Coaches what is more important to you? Session Structure, or coaching behaviors? Let us know! Today Bill Reno and Michael Magid are joined by former USL GK of the year Brandon Miller. We also break down the U20 Men's Concacaf Final , and discuss mobility in goalkeeping.  Great listen for young coaches, players and parents!! Download the Union GK community on Apple or Google Play Stores for more!  ...

Bill Reno is back with a new season of  "Gloves Off" where he takes an unfiltered look at the game with candid conversations w/ former GK's.  This week Bill is joined by Former UNC National Championship GK Dr. Shelly Finger. The two discuss the dawn of the UNC dynasty, dealing with career setbacks, and paving the way for the modern goalkeeper, and what young GK's can learn from the found...

Coaches is XG Overrated when breaking down goalkeepers? Bill Reno and Michael Magid discuss Live! Join uws. Plus MLS Round Up of all the weekend's action! Great listen for young coaches, players and parents!! Download the Union GK community on Apple or Google Play Stores for more!   *If you want us to come to your town to do a live show, or want to collab in some fashion; all you've got to do is D...

Bill Reno is back with a new season of  "Gloves Off" where he takes an unfiltered look at the game with candid conversations w/ former GK's.  This week Bill is joined by Former UNC National Championship GK Marianne Rogers. The two discuss the dawn of the UNC dynasty, paving the way for the modern goalkeeper, and what young GK's can learn from the foundation of women's soccer in the US. ...

Should goalkeepers track ball or stay behind ball line in tight spaces?  We do a full GK Breakdown of Diego Kochen's match actions this weekend. Plus Bill breaks down why LA Galaxy's JT Marcinkowski is peaking at the right development time,  is Claudia Dickey the new USWNT # 1?, and if a move to Spain benefits a young goalkeeper?  Great listen for young coaches, players and parents!! Download the...

What makes Emi Martinez such a special game changer? We do a full GK Breakdown. Plus Bill reveals his Top 5 GK's U24 to watch 2nd Half of MLS Season, and we debate identification vs development? Which one is more important in the youth GK game?  Great listen for young coaches, players and parents!! Download the Union GK community on Apple or Google Play Stores for more! *If you want us to come to...

Why is the US Struggling with Goalkeeping Development Currently? What can be done about it? Today I18's Bill Reno is joined by US Soccer's Cam Sauro and Inter Miami's Chris Barocas to delve deep into the conversation.   Great listen for young coaches, players and parents!! Download the Union GK community on Apple or Google Play Stores for more! *If you want us to come to your town; all you've got...

What are the most teachable GK Moments from Men's WC 2026? Bill & Michael breakdown. Plus Top GK's U24 List, and greatest moments in US Soccer GK History.  Great listen for young coaches, players and parents!! Download the Union GK community on Apple or Google Play Stores for more! *If you want us to come to your town; all you've got to do is DM us @goalkeeperpodcast on The Union & tell us...

Bill Reno is back with a new season of  "Gloves Off" where he takes an unfiltered look at the game with candid conversations w/ former GK's.  This week Bill is joined by US National Deaf Soccer Team Head Coach Amy Griffin. The Two discuss her college career, why representation matters, and how the 91'ers set the table for USWNT dominance.  Send your comments or questions - contact@inside...

What Has Happened To USMNT GK's?! Bill & Michael breakdown last nights' drubbing to Belgium, the GK actions and look at the depth chart for 2030 + what can we do to change GK results in US? Great listen for young coaches, players and parents!! Download the Union GK community on Apple or Google Play Stores for more! *If you want us to come to your town; all you've got to do is DM us @goalkeeper...

Week 2 of 2026 Men's World Cup is in the books and Bill & Michael break down the legacy of Manuel Neuer,  Bill's discussion with Former USWNT GK Jill Loyden on Matt Turner's use of the spread, and Zion Suzuki's GK Identity and whether USMNT GK's have one themselves?  Great listen for young coaches, players and parents!! Download the Union GK community on Apple or Google Play Stores for more! V...

I18 GK Podcast is back w/ Bill & Michael breaking down some GK moments in the 2026 Men's World, + are GK's protected enough in the 6 yard box, and Brad Friedel's comments on GK development. Great listen for young coaches, players and parents!! Download the Union GK community on Apple or Google Play Stores for more! Video Link Here - https://www.theunionsports.com/feeds/2491611 *If you want us...

Bill Reno is back with a new season of  "Gloves Off" where he takes an unfiltered look at the game with candid conversations w/ former GK's.  This week Bill is joined by Dr. Bill Steffen. The Two discuss his  college career, the mindset of the GK, and how the origins of the ACC Powerhouse Programs.   Send your comments or questions - contact@insidethe18media.com Video Link -https://www.t...

The TKI Crew are back asking the age old question, "Do you have to go a Division 1 school as a goalkeeper to play at the next level? The gang breaks down all the pluses and minuses of focusing solely on D1 opps and why environment matters more than level. Great listen for young coaches, players and parents! Share your feedback! Send your comments or questions - contact@insidethe18media.com Vi...

The TKI Crew keeps it rolling with a "Brave" Pod :P. That's right, today's topic is what it means to be a brave goalkeeper. The crew breaks it down from a micro and macro standpoint.  Great listen for young coaches, players and parents! Share your feedback! Send your comments or questions - contact@insidethe18media.com Video Link -https://www.theunionsports.com/feeds/2487937 And if you w...

I18 GK Podcast is back this month w/ Sac Republic's Kris Hall! The crew chat overseas badges, the upcoming USSF course, and how to balance your independent academy w/ your Pro Club's commitments. Great listen for young coaches, players and parents!! Download the Union GK community on Apple or Google Play Stores for more! Video Link Here - https://www.theunionsports.com/feeds/2491611 *If you want u...

The TKI Crew returns for Winter 2026! On Today's episode, Jill ,Tori and Kira discuss how college goalkeepers can transition into coaching. Great listen for young coaches, players and parents! Share your feedback! Send your comments or questions - contact@insidethe18media.com Video Link -https://www.theunionsports.com/feeds/2487937 And if you want to make sure you never miss an episode of any of o...