THE Soccer Dad-Pod

Those directly responsible for the creation of this show, our boys Beckett, Drew, and Grady, joined us to chat all things soccer and more. From their earliest soccer memories, to what they do outside of soccer to BE a better soccer player, we had a blast chatting with our three favorite players, and their three favorite Uber drivers! #soccer #youthsoccer #parenthood #dadlife #kidmotivation #mlsnex...

Soccer Mom Sunday highlights unheard voices in the soccer parent world. And we found ourselves a new friend who has a similar mission, but on a GLOBAL scale! Host Jennifer Siess from Mine To Define was joined by Jamie Mittleman, founder of Flame Bearers and host of its podcast. A storyteller at heart, Jamie and her team is on a mission to ensure that people of all ages are inspired by the unsung s...

We break from the norm on this one and take a waaaaaay deeper dive than normal on STL City SC and their playoff run. Jarod and I were joined by someone a LITTLE in the know as well that gives us his take and more on City, College Soccer, and beyond!!! #MLS #CitySC #kansassoccer #stl #soccer #playoffs #highschool Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This... One... Is... Amazing. Imagine eating Denny's for weeks at a time, for free, and George Best picked up the tab every time. Or, Imagine not losing a game in 4 years.  Those and more!!! #soccer #NASL #GeorgeBest #MISL #Coaching #USMNT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Soccer LEGEND right here on Soccer Mom Sunday! Sunday! Host Jennifer Siess from Mine To Define was joined by Ruth Harker: late blooming youth soccer elite Goalkeeper, UMSL college player with records still on the books, selection for 3 Olympic Festivals, USWNT OG participating in the Inaugural World Cup European matches recognized by USSF/FIFA, Hall-of-Famer, Coach, Mom, and pretty much an MVP at...

Supporters groups are the catalyst that help feed the experience at soccer matches! St Louis City SC are lucky... they have some hammers!!! We were joined by Kevin and Aaron from the Louligans and American Outlaws to talk about the recent history of the group, their support of AC STL, STLFC, and now our own City SC. St. Louis is lucky to have multiple supporters groups that feed off one another an...

Mike "Slavo" Slivinski was all about competition... most of the time. A great storyteller with incredible stories to tell, that include Bruce Arena meeting him at a White Castle to discuss his college playing future! An embattled enigma that found a balance between under & overachieving. A real honor to sit down with him and hear his story! #soccer #FHN #StCharles #Vianney #VirginiaMensSoccer #MLS...

On this episode of Soccer Mom Sunday, host Jennifer Siess from Mine To Define was joined by Jen Brokaw, owner of Studio Synergy in St. Louis. Her journey as a competitive athlete led with Soccer and, eventually, took a turn towards Rugby! With her playing experience and education as a Systems Engineer at the U.S. Naval Academy, Jen tells about her experience gritting through multiple injuries to t...

Head coach of two incredible programs: Vianney Boys Soccer & Nerinx Hall Girls, Brian Haddock joined us for this episode. An incredibly refreshing conversation that should serve as a guide for other coaches in the high school soccer world should reference often. From player engagement, team bonding, off season interest, and post high school assistance, we touch on what makes Brian an incredible as...

Mark Santel is synonymous with STL Soccer. From CBC to SLU to USMNT to MLS and more, he's got the goods. Mark's son Brandon, a player in his own right, and current assistant coach at Wash U. Womens program joined to make sure dad was telling the truth, and lay out the next gen. of Santel soccer influence in the 314!!! #soccer #SLU #NCAAD1 #USMNT #MLS #Parenting #Coaching #WashU Learn more about yo...

To kick off Season 7, It was time for a refresh... a recap... a return to the original 3... and Kelly! An extended intro with multiple "Pinnacle Points" ranging from #soccer to #taylorswift to #HighSchool to #collegerecruiting and more... #mlsnext #mlsacademy #parenting #collegeplanning #beer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The name Twellman is synonymous with soccer, especially in STL - but there’s more than Taylor and Tim to the name. Meet the Twellman SISTERS! Lauren, Carrie, and Kelsey are no strangers to the Beautiful Game. Between the three, they offer different insights from their own time as youth, high school, and collegiate soccer players - onto coaching high school and club - to parenting their own kids in...

David Brcic has spent his entire life, from childhood to now, in soccer. With one of the most rapid rises in USMNT history for a keeper, David had an incredible career that took him around the world and back, and now in charge of the most iconic soccer retailer in the midwest... Soccer Master! #Soccer #WorldCup #Adidas #Nike #Puma #Cleats #NYCosmos #NASL #MISL #ElektraRecords Learn more about your...

Ralph joined JB & Zach to chat his path from Northeast England to Indianapolis, his successes (back to back national championships) at SLSG, and his new role as Commissioner of the Girls ECNL program!  #podcast #soccer #football #ECNL #Academy #PlayerDevelopment #nationalchampions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THE Soccer Dad-Pod likes to talk to “Hammers” and we got one of our own for Soccer Mom Sunday! Host Jennifer Siess from Mine To Define was joined by Wendy Dillinger, another local legend in STL soccer - STILL holding records at most places she’s played - CYC turned competitive youth player, St. Charles West HS, Indiana University - then onto the Pro level with Indiana Blaze, Fredericksburg Boldklu...

We sat pitch side at the SLU vs Missouri State D1 Soccer battle and had two of the more recent, more famous alum join to chat about St Louis City, City 2, Golf, Bryan Adams, and more!!! We also had a guest appearance from Mason Artime, the leading post game Jersey collector in City Park history!!!   #missouristate #slusoccer #ncaad1 #mls #messi #canadian #golf Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

A true "Soccer Dad." Lu Perez joined us to talk about his families experiences, Miggy's path, his  mom's heart shout, and his brothers loyalty and pride. A simply great experience getting to hear and enjoy the path of a dreamer, a grinder, and a future standout!!! #mls #stl #soccer #family #dreams  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jen Brooks has been the Athletic Director at Ursuline Academy for 27 years. Her insight and stories regarding her role as AD, as a woman, and the importance of student advocacy, highlight this episode. Tremendous insight that is a must listen for parents of High School athletes and beyond! #podcast #equality #athleticdirector #soccer #basketball #volleyball #Ursuline #stlouis #minetodefine Learn m...

Our forever #17!!! Marcelo Balboa... the master of the bicycle... posesser of incredible hair... and an #MLS & #USMNT Hall of Famer! We had an incredible time chatting with the World Cup veteran and his play by play partner from Apple TV+'s MLS SeasonPass crew Jorge Perez-Navarro!  Bottom line, it was a blast!  #soccer #podcast #worldcup #ussoccer #AppleTV #MLSSeasonPass #Messi #coloradorapids Lea...

Kelley joined the show to chat all things "Soccer Mom," and with Ben, Charlie, and Zagk's paths all being different... there were stories!!! It was a fresh conversation that touched on that fine balance between our expectations as parents, the clubs expectations for players, and the child's happiness. #soccer #parenting #academy #clubsoccer #empathy #organization Learn more about your ad choices....

Steve Ralston's path is worth the listen alone. The focus, grind, and perseverance is simply unmatched. From getting cut at the club level and missing starts his senior year, Steve ends up leaving the MLS after a storied career as the leader in games, minutes, and assists. Add on top of that 36 caps for the #USMNT and you end up having a story that is impossible not to love.  #Soccer #Grind #MLS #...

Joe Ahearn's experiences are simply incredible. From DeSmet to DePaul to US Soccer to D2 Coach to D1 Coach and now MLS Academy director... he get's it. Not only does he dish some goods on some of US Soccer's best players of all time, he talks about some of the insights pertaining to his recruiting experience and process that is simply free "nuggets" for players and parents about to go through the...

Matt Bettlach... once a Griffin, who played for Busch and beyond, knows soccer. With a family spread out all over our country having played and coach at the highest levels, thanksgiving tables were soccer first, turkey & stuffing second! The current head coach of the Triad Women's program, Coach Bettlach has 4 state titles to date, and a pipeline that is continually being filled with talent! #High...

On this epidode of Soccer Mom Sunday, host Jennifer Siess from Mine To Define was joined by Jackie Billet, local legend in St. Louis soccer - competitive youth club player, Oakville High School Tiger and Hall of Famer, NCAA D1 University of Wisconsin Badger, and capped for the USWNT in 1992. Jackie earned her Coaching B License and coached D1 at Illinois State and Ball State, several youth clubs i...

Tim Leonard is simply a class act. As one of the long standing Academy Directors at SLSG, Tim has seen his fair share of talent and more! With a personal resume that includes 4 years at SLU, and professional experience as well, he simply sees the game, and player development in particular, in a different light. "I hate when coaches say, "I develop players," which is ridiculous," gives you an idea...