Ball Side Goal Side

Beyond The Sideline

Education EN ↓ 3 episodes

Beyond the Sideline is a conversation exploring the human side of the game. Hosted by longtime coaches Ed Heberling and Eric Dobrzanski, the show dives into the leadership lessons, emotional breakthroughs, and defining moments that the game reveals. Each episode blends storytelling, honest reflection, and thoughtful interviews with coaches, players, and others who embody growth beyond the scoreboard.

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The Real ROI of Youth Sports 02.03.2026 25:56

What are we really paying for in youth sports? In this episode, Eric & Ed examine the scholarship expectations tied to club soccer & reframe the return on investment around resilience, leadership, & the person a child becomes through the journey.

The Psychology of Losing 16.02.2026 28:40

In this episode, Eric and Ed explore the psychology of losing — why it hurts, what it reveals about identity, and how growth begins when loss is processed with honesty and presence.

Introducing the C.A.R.E. Leadership Framework 02.02.2026 27:03

In this season opening episode, Eric & Ed introduce the C.A.R.E. leadership framework — Being Connected, Being Authentic, Being Reliable, & Being Empowering. They explore how C.A.R.E. applies to self-leadership & team environments, & how this lens will guide future conversations on Beyond the Touchline .