Rhode Island Summer of Soccer

From West Africa to the World Stage. As Rhode Island prepares for soccer’s world stage in 2026, one historic development is putting the Ocean State in the global spotlight: Ghana has selected Rhode Island as its official base camp. In Episode 7 of the Rhode Island Summer of Soccer podcast, host Joe Kayata sits down with Rhode Island Congressman Gabe Amo — a Pawtucket native, Rhode Island’s first B...

As Rhode Island prepares for soccer’s biggest moment in 2026, one thing is already clear: the Ocean State knows how to show up for the game. In Episode 6 of the Rhode Island Summer of Soccer podcast, host Joe Kayata talks with Kyle Lindsay, President of the American Outlaws Providence chapter, about the supporters who turn watch parties into traditions — and strangers into family. From early-morni...

 As international soccer returns to New England in 2026, one player’s story highlights how world-class careers often begin close to home. In Episode 5 of the Rhode Island Summer of Soccer podcast, we sit down with Geoff Cameron, former U.S. Men’s National Team player and member of the 2014 World Cup squad, to discuss the role Rhode Island played in his development From local fields and college com...

As Rhode Island prepares for soccer’s world stage in 2026, the Ocean State is focused on turning a global moment into lasting local impact. In Episode 4 of the Rhode Island Summer of Soccer podcast, host Joe Kayata talks with Jonathan Walker, Executive Director of the Rhode Island Sports Commission, and Darius Shirzadi, Executive Director and Co-Founder of Project GOAL, about how the World Cup can...

As Rhode Island prepares for soccer’s world stage in 2026, the Ocean State is emerging as a top-tier contender for visiting teams. In Episode 3 of the Rhode Island Summer of Soccer podcast, host Joe Kayata sits down with Bill Smith, Vice President of Athletics & Recreation at Bryant University, and Cory Kramer, General Manager of Graduate by Hilton Providence, to explore why both institutions...

As Rhode Island revs up for soccer’s world stage in 2026, our passionate communities are already bringing an international zeal for the beautiful game to the Ocean State. In Episode 2 of the Rhode Island Summer of Soccer podcast, host Joe Kayata sits down with East Providence Mayor Roberto DaSilva and Central Falls Mayor Maria Rivera to explore how Portuguese and Hispanic traditions have helped de...

Small state. Big welcome. The world’s biggest sporting event is coming to New England — and Rhode Island is ready to take the field. In the debut episode of Rhode Island Summer of Soccer, host Joe Kayata sits down with General Treasurer and Ocean State 2026 Chair James Diossa and Executive Director Liz Tanner to discuss how the Ocean State is preparing to welcome the world for international soccer...