Whitecaps London / Railway City FC . (Canada)

We loved this interview with Alyssa. "Passionate and Confident" are two words to describe her. A strong footballer for the U17 OPDL Girls team. A very exciting time in Alyssa's life. A recent scholarship offer and acceptance to Quincy University a D2 school in the USA and finding the right fit and program. Her Coach Nicky McDonald says "Alyssa is an all-around impact player. She offers a physical...

As amazing story of perseverance. Adam began his life in the humble beginnings of "Council Estates" housing...otherwise known as coop housing in Tottenham England. He earned his stripes as a coach under the Tottenham outreach program and coached in the Tottenham Academy. We are very thankful he met his Canadian life partner in the UK which in the end brought him to the "OTHER" London.  Thank...

Samantha oozes with love for the beautiful game. She is a passionate and an awesome person. She loves her teammates. Samantha shares her story about her involvement in a near tragic car accident. She discuss her rebound...her recent surgery to her hand to correct damage from the accident. She is resilient and inspiring young athlete. Her Coach David Rojas says the "Samantha is an amazing team play...

Parents set aside the time to listen to this Podcast with Chris & Christine Waite the parents of St. Thomas, Ontario native Sadie Waite. They discuss the good old days when Sadie was just a wee one playing the game and the years between now and then. They share their knowledge/experience of the recruitment process and Sadie's entrance to the Rex program and how the pandemic threw some curves a...

Coach McDonald is one of the most exciting up and coming coaches in the area.  Her passion and love for the game shines through this podcast. Such a great leader and role model.  She played college soccer and brings the tenacity and experience to her teams. You'll love this interview. About Coach Nicky McDonald: Head Coach of Whitecaps London - U18 Girls WRSL. Assistant Coach for our Whi...

A dynamic seventeen year old who is very clear with his surroundings, who he is and what he wants. Very well spoken and engaging. George’s Coach Rob Pereira has this to say…”George has become a dangerous #9.  He has a positive attitude and always gives 100% in training and matches.  George is good in 1vs1 situations and is also very strong playing as a back to goal striker combining with...

Today we focus and learn more about Joao Duarte our Grassroot Manager - 2007G OPDL Coach. Born & Raised in Portugal he is now looking to become a Canadian Citizen. He loves the city and loves Canada. Joao has a very strong resume and has managed soccer programming in Boston, Charleston South Carolina. His first club in Canada was in London at our affiliate Byron Optimist Soccer Club.  He...

Inspiring and engaging is what describes Ioanna inside this Podcast. A very talented footballer who had stroke on the field of play in July of 2021. A huge shout out to the quick actions of many at the field and the Pediatric Critical Care Doctors at London Health Sciences Centre. Due to their knowledge and actions of performing a unique surgical application Ioanna was on the road to recovery with...

A look back at the return to play in 2021 through the lens of two parents, a player and a coach from the club. We dive into the dark early days of 2021 beginning in lockdown in Ontario to the realization that competitive soccer was going to returned to full play with limited and manageable restrictions. Our roundtable speaks for so many and delivered a strong engaging podcast. Thank you Stephen, H...

Come inside and meet Anthony Vassallo.  Our newest club coach. Anthony is our U17B OPDL Head Coach along with being our new Assistant Technical Director in support to our current Technical Direct Pedro Dias. Anthony will also be leading a new role we have created at Whitecaps London in the title of HIGH PERFORMANCE Manager.  Learn more about Anthony his role in the club inside this podca...

One RUN PODCAST Come learn more about Theresa Carriere and the ONERUN Challenge. https://onerun.ca Theresa is a mother of four children has been married for thirty-one years and has twelve siblings. Theresa is cancer survivor and began the ONERUN – Eleven years ago. Today ONERUN has become a Premier fundraiser in the area that many look forward to year after year. The Pandemic did not slow down ON...

IMORTANT NOTE: At the time of this recording Matt Ferreira was a former employee of Ontario Soccer holding various roles. Due to COVID he was placed on leave. Days after the recording of the podcast matt received great news that he was being hired back to be the Manager of Coach Education, Player Development & Club Licensing. A position left vacant due to the departure of Gabriel Assis heading...

Come in and take a listen to Jalen.  An incredible talent on and off the field.  We discuss the pandemic.  His rise to the Provincial program and discuss his love of the game. He shares an insight to an athlete's worst moment/nightmare - "The Injury" and how he over came the mental fatigue of returning from an injury to continue to move forward and own the game his way. This wa...

This was such a fun & amazing PODCAST.  Come listen to these extremely talented TWIN sisters. They are strong playmakers and determined athletes. They each have their unique styles that compliments this strong 2007 squad.  They discuss their love for the game and how the pandemic impacted the first year of 11 v 11 and their first year of the OPDL. We explore the areas of the club and...

Welcome to the Whitecaps London Podcast. Today we speak to Curtis S. from our U15 OPDL Boys program. He's a dynamic and quick two footed player. As a listener you will feel Curtis's passion for the beautiful game. He shares his thoughts on how the pandemic has played a role for his development. He also shares and offers some great advice for other youth in the game at this time. Thank you, Curtis,...

We had such an amazing time with Aidan that we can't wait to do it again. He's a PRE-OPDL U12 Grassroots Athlete in our program.  This was a fun and exciting podcast.  Come in and listen to this very mature U12 athlete speak about his outlook of the game during the Pandemic and how he's adjusting to the virtual sessions. He also shares his story about the travel to London from his hometo...

Come in and enjoy an exciting conversation with one our U17 OPDL athletes. We talk with Hannah about her Provincial Screening Invite, the trip to the youth combines in Vancouver. She shares her thoughts on the pandemic and how it has affected her commitment to the game and how she is coping with the struggles of virtual training. Well done Hannah. Thank you for you honest and open conversation. Po...

We love it when we have an opportunity to speak candidly with a parent. Listen to their insight at the club through their lens and speak about their Children's Development and growth on and off the field. Today we speak with Ahmed Nossair.  The father of Farida and Omar.  Farida is a U10 player in the club and Omar plays for our U14 OPDL team.  Ahmed speaks a little bit about his up...

A conversation with Mike Ayyash our former Technical Director with Whitecaps London.  We discuss lots of soccer, his upbringing, his career / life prior to becoming involved in various area of the game. we discuss his new role in Atlantic Canada and his new role.  We explore the areas of the club and the game. Stay tuned for more PODCASTS soon. If you want to be featured, have an idea fo...

Today we speak to both Tayla U15 and Keiran U17. They are brother and sister. The both play in our OPDL programs. Come in and enjoy a conversation with these two siblings originally from our Affiliate SARNIA FC and where we talk about the grind of the daily travel London. Their perspectives of the game and so much more. What a thrilled it was to speak with them.  Enjoy. Tapping into ALL areas...

Come in and take a listen to this awesome and real podcast with Stephanie from our U15 OPDL program.  She shares her experiences (so far) in youth soccer development. She illustrates the lessons learned from her family farm and how her upbringing and work ethic from the farm transferred to the pitch. She describes her invite the Ontario Soccer's Provincial Screening and being chosen for the "...

We really enjoyed recording this PODCAST with Ben. The interview is real. We explore Ben’s trip to the Vancouver Whitecaps Youth Combine in British Columbia, also discuss his invite back to the High Prospects Camp in Vancouver and how the Pandemic has challenged the club and impacted his training. Such an incredible athlete leading the way with such poise and maturity well above his current age. O...

Come in and take a listen to BART CHOUFOUR.  The Pre MLS Academy Head Coach and Prospects Head Coach | Coach Educator for VANCOUVER WHITECAPS FC. Rejoining Vancouver Whitecaps FC in 2007, Bart Choufour is currently director and head coach of Whitecaps FC Academy Centres, while also serving as Residency and Girls Elite REX staff coach. Choufour provides technical leadership to the Ac...

Whitecaps London is happy to announce Sarah King has been appointed Team Manager for both Our Whitecaps London 2005 and 2006 OPDL Boys Teams. Sarah is a very important member of our Club and is also our Media Manager and Performance Manager. Soccer Experience: - Oshawa Kicks OYSL - Women’s Premier with St Thomas and North London Soccer Clubs - Fanshawe College Goalkeeper – 4.5 Years - 7 OCAA Medal...

We explore the areas of the club and the game. Today we speak to Pedro Dias. The new Technical Director of Whitecaps London. Dias’ experiences both playing and coaching at an elite level, along with his understanding of both the Whitecaps FC club system and the Ontario market, gives youth in the region the best possible mentorship, and helps strengthen the pathway to Vancouver. The former pro play...