THE Soccer Dad-Pod

On this epidode of Soccer Mom Sunday, host Jennifer Siess from Mine To Define was joined by Skye Eddy - long-time youth competitive soccer player, collegiate goalkeeper, and even played post-college years in the Tavagnacco Femminile of the Italian Women's League! Skye continued her love for the Beautiful Game coaching the competitive youth game and then became a Soccer Parent. Using her own strugg...

In this episode we celebrate the life, the legend, and the stories associated with the winningest coach in Illinois High School Soccer history... Coach Gene Baker. 4 of Coach's past players & friends joined to tell their story about Coach, his methods, the culture, and his impact long after that final game senior year. St. Louis soccer is legendary. Gene Baker will always be remembered as part of...

27 YEARS A PRO! OVER 800+ GAMES! And still pumping iron. Daryl Doran is a #STL #Soccer legend. South County kid, made his way from CBC to SLU and on to a career that lasted longer than a quarter century. He gave of some stories, some advice, and some dirt on a few of your other favorite Steamer legends!!! #podcast #misl #masl #Steamers #coaching #longevity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...

The college recruitment process is a daunting task. From D1 to D2 to D3 to NAIA to JuCo, it's a lot!!! But...On this episode we talk to Don Williams from Sports Recruiting USA (Soccer) to discuss their service, the process, the landscape, and a load of tips and tricks for parents and players to help them navigate the enormity of the task! And we have Joel. HA!!! #soccer #college #NCAA #recruiting...

Oakville High School Women's head coach Sarah Guenther joined Jennifer Siess from Mine To Define to talk about her playing career, her coaching style, her expectations, and her passion for nutrition. From playing at JB Marine & Missouri State, Coach Guns takes her experiences from the highest levels and uses those experiences to help guide her philosophy and expectations as a coach! Day 1 "...be r...

Geoff Cameron has experienced the highest levels of success in his professional career! From MLS honors, to an EPL captaincy, and USMNT memorable moments... all thanks to "GRAFT," a.k.a. hard work. Check out some incredible stories and an update on him and Brek Shea's new endeavor for youth soccer in southern Florida! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just an absolute class of a dude, a player, peer, and son. AJ has checked a lot of boxes in the #STL #Soccer landscape, from #CBC High State Championship, to Academy Standout at #SLSG, to US Camp with a roommate named #Pulisic, to a standout career at #IUMensSoccer, an encore year at #SLUMensSoccer, and now representing our #STLCitySC2 Next Pro team! On top of all those accolades and opportunities...

On this episode of Soccer Mom Sunday host Jennifer Seiss from Mine to Define had Bry McCarthy join, a player/coach who has been at the top of the women's game her whole life. From the Canadian National team program, to WVU NCAA Division 1 program, to the NWSL, and the Bundesliga... she's played some serious ball!!! The conversation covers her path, the 23' Women's World Cup, the shift in power glo...

Carl Rose is simply an amazing human. Born in England, moved to Canada, and finally landed in St. Louis, he is a true legend in the #STLSoccer landscape. An anchor of our beloved St. Louis Steamers in the late 70's and 80's, Carl was part of one of the most special teams and timeframes in St. Louis Soccer.  We had an incredible conversation, had fun reminiscing, and talked some serious trash... ju...

The Rensing name is simply synonymous with St. Louis Soccer. Damon grew up with a dad who graced the field in the NASL with all time legends, and followed in his footsteps establishing a life in and with the beautiful game. Starting his 15th season with the Michigan State Spartans Division 1 soccer program, he chats with us about the upcoming Big 10 battles, about his recruiting process, the curre...

Caden Glover will go down in STL Soccer history as the 1st Homegrown Player ever signed by our first MLS franchise: St. Louis City SC. But... his path is really the story! From his youth days at the Steamers Soccer Club, and some incredible training stories involving hockey sticks, lawn mowers, and American bulldogs, we covered it all. For kids wondering what it takes, or at least what the work lo...

Tom Strunk is a true advocate of the game, of our town (St. Louis), and for so many others that deserve a chance and respect. His passion and dedication to the game can be seen at the club level, in the past with STLFC, and currently with STL City SC! His dedication to family is even more impressive. With an incredibly successful career at WWT, coupled with his soccer successes on and off the fiel...

These three coaches have over 27 State Titles, over 2500 combined victories, and an untold amount of loyal alum that is immeasurable. In a constantly growing, evolving, and shifting world of soccer here in America, Terry Michler from CBC, Greg Koeller of St. Dominic, and Mike Gauvain "Vader" from Chaminade talk about their paths, some of their secrets, as well as their opinions on the shifting Clu...

Having played the most games for an American Defender in the NASL, playing Pele, George Best, Cruyff, Gerd Muller, and more... Don Droege brings the goods! In this episode hear some amazing tales from yet another STL soccer standout, his days at CBC, to SLU, and then Pro against some of the all time greats!   Thank you to Bill & Chris at The Pinnacle Loan team for the support!!! And when you re-fi...

Mike Sorber is not only an STL Soccer legend, but a USMNT, LigaMX, and MLS standout as well! A brilliant conversation that takes us from the indoor complex at Flo-Valley with his dad, legendary coach Pete Sorber, to the Rose Bowl vs. Columbia in the 94' World Cup, and into his opinion and insight on new, young talent! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Clarke is simply an amazing individual. Put aside the task of man marking some of the greatest players of all time, such as George Best, his whole approach to the game as a player, teammate, and coach is inspiring. A tremendous conversation mapping out some of the tips and tricks from a true STL Soccer Legend! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joey Z has had an incredible path. From High School highlights, to minor league baseball, to Greyhound Racing... he's been on the mic for all of it! And now he is in the booth for our St. Louis City SC on Y98! An incredibly fun conversation (from THE Pitch), that you'll want to catch before you tune in to the next game!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will Eskay and Marcel Berry joined us to chat all things William & Mary, Ambush, and TST $1million dollar winnings.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mitch Hunt has over 1200+ kids... figuratively speaking. As the Youth Director at SLSG Soccer Club, Mitch and team is tasked with keeping the process fun, easy, and entertaining, all while producing some of the nations next best talent! And on today's show we had one of his soldiers, who happens to double as my son, Max Anderson as the official Carpool Co-Host of the day!  Enjoy!!! Learn more abou...

Ren has been on the front lines of youth soccer development for well over a decade. His path has taken him from the YMCA, to SLSG, and now acts as the Program Director at the successful Lou Fusz Soccer Club. Our conversation took us from player development, to parent management, to defining the nuances of "Pro-Path" & college. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan Prujin has a mountain of Soccer knowledge in his brain. With 40 years of technical training from one of the true Mecca's of soccer, The Netherlands, Jan breaks down how it works at home, and what he see's in the States! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you have ever thought about or debated the soccer conundrum of High School vs. Academy, this one is for you. Also, remember that court case where the parents sued because their child was cut... from JV... really... this is the episode for you!  Dave was a great guest laying out his path and philosophy on coaching both the men's and women's varsity teams at Ladue High in a world of club & parent...

Shep Messing is a US Soccer icon. Bronx born and raised, the NY kid not only didn't pick up the game till he was 16 years old, but in a few short years was playing for his nation at the highest level possible. So many incredible stories that touch on the journey, the focus, and fun that was Shep's playing career and beyond!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ok... so this is definitely one of our favorites. Don was an amazing guest, dropping stories from the Steamers heyday, to his current run at Irvine Strikers and their incredible success. It is simply a must listen.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Yet another incredible story emanating out of the OG North County/City CYC landscape of the 60's. Brothers... Buzzie, who attended Michigan State University, went on to the NASL, and represented our country in the 72' Olympics as well as the PanAm Games, and Mark, SLU legend, with 3 National Titles and an incredible career in the NASL as well.  The brotherly love was oozing in this one... along wi...