THE Soccer Dad-Pod

Jim and his wife have a lockdown on "lightning in a bottle." With 4 boys excelling at a pace rarely seen, we sat down and talked about the experience, the habits, the secrets, that helped produce an attorney, a first round mls draft pick, an IU captain (X2), and a City SC2 product (who's 17). Incredible story for any athletic parents!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice...

This episode is extra special to me. Coach Baker helped mold my soccer career, my educational successes, and my life in way's usually saved exclusively for parents or peers. A truly incredible conversation talking about his roots, his path to Granite City, the players, the championships, and more. If Coach was the "Godfather" of Granite City Soccer, David Fernandez is most definitely Michael Corle...

Ricky Garza has been around the game his whole life... it's literally in his blood, starting with Grandpa Borzillo, who skipped the 1950 USMNT to fight for his country! An incredible story of perseverance and giving back!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It was time to catch up, regroup, and get ready for a run of incredible guests coming up next. BUT... in the meantime we had a chat discussing City's amazing start, their style, why Firmino seems unnecessary, Reyna's are batshit crazy, Shrinking on Apple+ is phenomenal, and where did we actually come from?!?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Justin McMillian has had an incredible career in and around the game of soccer. As a GCHS grad, with collegiate experience at Western IL & SIUE, as well as a number of pro years with the STL Steamers, Justin is now taking those lessons and experiences and applying them to the player development offerings at EliteFT.com Check out our chat and pass along to other parents that are "those parents," fo...

Wrexham is a phenomenon. We all know it. The LA/Philly duo, stepping up in the middle of Covid, buying a 5TH division team, and bringing in HULU to record what happens has been incredibly entertaining. However... the people of Wrexham have been the glue in this story that has held together all the magic dust. Wayne Jones has quickly become one of the most famous pub owners in the world thanks to t...

Julie Soffner (Scott), grew up in an iconic soccer household. Dad Jim was the original founder of Scott Gallagher soccer club in North County. Her son Louie was a club standout who went on to an incredible career at Indiana University in goal. They talk about their experiences on the road, dealing with the challenges that came along with the competition, how important other sports were, and the up...

Coach Kalish has been, and continues to be, a critical player in the STL Soccer community & scene. With a storied past here in the Lou, he now is at the helm of the winningest NCAA Division 1 program in the nation, THE Saint Louis University! Catch our conversation here and look forward to a return trip later in the year so we can catch up on the teams progress and chat all things STL/USMNT and be...

Lindsay put it best when asked about concerns/stereotypes regarding her coaching men's soccer: "I find it weird that men are viewed as fully capable to coach women's soccer teams having never played women's soccer, when I actually played men's professional soccer..." An incredible conversation covering her path, the obstacles, and her philosophy on player expectations and styles! Learn more about...

Wells and Morgan layout their own experiences, at the highest levels of Academy, NCAA D1, and Pro Ranks, as it relates to the mental preparation and training. A great opportunity for those young athletes AND PARENTS, to focus on the importance of mental health to the physical process. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Droz has been around the best players in the US since the mid 90’s! With a client list ranging from USMNT stars, NFL/NHL warriors, and more, he provides some insight into what makes them click, and stand out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1000+ wins over 51 years... and counting. Coach Terry Michler from CBC high joins us to talk about his incredible career, most inspirational players, and why North St. Louis was a soccer mecca! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jim Leeker is a perfect representation of St. Louis Soccer history: Local kid, loved baseball, excelled at Soccer, and won at every level possible! Now the President of the St. Louis Soccer Hall of Fame, home to over 950+ members of the highest quality at all levels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From now on #USMNT star JOSH SARGENT will forever be known as "Jeff's Son!" We had an incredible conversation with Jeff who allowed us to pull back the curtain on his tips and tricks to navigating the "Soccer dad" world of guiding, supporting, and missing a truly world class player. Quite simply a fun, heartfelt conversation... with The Foo Fighters to boot! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Joe Reiniger knows soccer. With over 25 years of pro experience he has a unique approach, view, and skillset that helps him thrive as Director of the Gateway Rush Soccer Club. Great conversation talking about the club, and the transition and expectations of players juggling what level they are at, where they should be, and what their real options are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...

A fun conversation with another one of the brains behind STL's favorite soccer pub, Amsterdam Tavern, Jeff Lyell! We had THE Michael Duggan join us for the accent, his Liverpool take, and to get a transplants opinion on the STL soccer scene and it's future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jared Embick, a fellow Granite City High soccer alum, joined me to chat all things soccer, coaching, USMNT, KSHE95, and more. The current Akron University Men's head soccer coach is rolling into his 11th year and a new challenge as they enter in as the newest member of the Big East Conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

D1 Two Sport Standout, Justin Gage, who happened to play in the NFL as well, sits down with us on this episode to talk about his path, parenthood, parents, why soccer over football early for his kids, and so much more. As a recent Missouri Sports Hall of Fame inductee, he really likes talking about going back and obtaining his degree from his alma mater: MIZ-ZOU! Incredible stories from an even be...

Dave Lange has spent most of his adult life covering the game of soccer, and more specifically soccer in America's First Soccer Capitol... St. Louis Missouri! We had a great chat touching on some of the iconic names who played under the Arch, and the prospect of STL City SC's impact on the game moving forward in our backyard. Chase down a copy of his book at any of the usual suspects, including Ba...

Tim Velten grew up in Webster Groves MO, played D1 at SIUE & Louisville, was a road dog in the USL & USL2 for years after College, and ultimately landed back at his alma matter and has been an integral part of 3 State Championships in 10 years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

North County's own Steve Pecher has arguably done it all as a US soccer player. High School state title... check. Collegiate national championship... check. USMNT anchor... check. Drafted pro (NASL)... check. MISL indoor star... check. And not only has he taken the field against Pele, George Best, Cruyff, and more... he shot pool in the wee hours in the hollywood hills with THE LA Lakers owner, Je...

Kip Thompson has been part of the STL soccer fabric since childhood. Hailing from NoCo, he has played, coached, and sold soccer from Gallagher, NORCO, SWMS (MO-State now), and Capelli Sport. Check out a great bar side conversation touching on STL's talent pool, World Cup picks, and judging a little Ronaldo character! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of "SDP," we bring back EP1 guest, Eddie Chavez and discuss, among other things... why Thanksgiving food is overrated, why families SHOULD talk politics, Neymar is a better diver than Greg Louganis, and Tyler Adams > Pulisic as "Captain America," and more.......... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ed Gettemeier is an STL soccer legend. Period. His story will take you back to his "Rudy" roots, that ultimately resulted in a career that included a NCAA D1 National Title, All American Status, an NASL career that included a confrontation with Beckenbauer, an indoor career, AN OPPORTUNITY to coach your's truly, and a friendship with the icon, Slobo himself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Matt Baker is a person that could challenge Taylor Twellman on MLS trivia. Really. As the host of multiple podcasts focusing on the MLS, and St. Louis in particular, he has become a go-t0 for all things soccer in the 314 world! Flyover Footy The STL City Report We had a great chat covering his roots, his reasons, and why he is NOT a Spurs fan.... my bad. "Dad Eye's" didn't read your profile close...