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Episode 204: Buford Mobley | The Soccer Parent Lifestyle

Buford Mobley… the godfather slash administrator of The Soccer Parent Lifestyle, one of Facebook’s largest soccer parent groups…  With over 40K members Buford has spent the last 7 years plus quarterbacking and moderating a group that brings all of the soccer issues to the table: playing time, play to play, pathway, recruiting, gear, diet, camps, and more.Be sure to join the group on Facebook to help manage your own journey through youth soccer as a parent! Like review follow share… we’d appreciate it, and be sure to go check out our YouTube page for all our episodes as well!And take advantage of our Choose It Right special pricing to help your child better communicate to college programs and coaches! Click Here for Linkhttps://www.chooseitright.com/soccerdadpod/smart-college-report

Episode 203: Kevin Kalish | SLU Men's Soccer

Kevin Kalish, round 2! Coach Kalish joined us to chat all things SLU Men’s soccer! We discussed this past years MLS #2 overall pick #MaxFloriani, Patrick Schulte’s current status with the men’s national team, recruiting in today’s club environment, and touched on St Louis City SC’s upcoming season… as fan’s of course!
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Episode 202: Tim Twellman | SIUE - NASL & More...

Tim Twellman. This Riverview Garden native grew up in an incredibly athletic, multi-sport driven family. A bloodline from his father, through himself and his siblings, and down to his own children… pro sports has always been part of the conversation. Tim talks about his path, the NASL, Taylor’s experiences, and his new passion Choose it Right, a platform helping kids achieve the next level of their athletic careers! Let’s Go!!!CHOOSE IT RIGHT LINK!https://www.chooseitright.com/soccerdadpod/smart-college-report#collegerecruiting #collegesoccer #twellman #stlouis #soccer #nasl

Soccer Mom Sunday: Anson Dorrance | UNC-Goat

Anson Dorrance… 22 NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS... The GOAT. Recently retired from his 47 year career at The University of North Carolina where he accumulated a record 22 National Championships, Anson joined us to talk about his teams, his players, his culture, and pickleball. From his favorite players, which includes St Louis’ own Lori Chalupny, and of course Mia Hamm, Anson takes us through some of the secret sauce that led to his unprecedented success!
Let’s go….
#unc #tarheels #nationalchampionships #womenssoccer

Episode 201: Andy Fleming | Recruiting Realities & More

Andy Fleming has his finger on the pulse of soccer recruiting from club & high school to college. He focuses on what’s out there, what’s an option, what’s realistic, and what’s coming.
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This Boston native has spent his life near the upper echelons of the game we love, he now focuses on placing America’s top soccer talent at soccer institutions across America. He talks about the intangibles, the expectations, and the reality of where the scouts are. Be sure to click on the Choose It Right link in our show notes and receive your Soccer Dad Pod discount on this incredible recruiting tool for your next level player… Let’s Go!!!Get Your "Choose It Right" Soccer Dad Pod discount here: https://www.chooseitright.com/soccerdadpod/smart-college-report

Episode 200: Patrick Schulte | SLSG/SLU/CREW/USMNT

THE… Patrick Schulte. This Scott Gallagher product under TK, Basketballer from Howell North, SLU Billikin under coach Kalish, a Generation Adidas draft pick for the Columbus Crew that proceeded to win an MLS Cup with them last season… he’s hitting his stride. So much so, he’s turned enough heads to impress new National Team head coach, Mauricio Pochettino, and is now fighting to rep our country at the 2026 World Cup.
 
We talk about his path, his drive, beating grandma at cards, and how he can’t go anywhere without bumping into friends and peers from the Lou. Bottom line… the kid is an ace. Enjoy the show, and be sure to send it to a friend. Let’s go!!!

Ep. 199: Amsterdam | America's Best Soccer Pub

To send a direct message to our favorite Brit-pats over at Men In Blazers, Roger and Michael, today’s episode is all things Amsterdam Tavern, one of 10 bars nationally vying for the title… Best Soccer Pub In America. We had on staff, regulars, and friends to talk about the fan groups, the popularity or lack there of of certain leagues, surprises like Nottingham Forest, and more. Our “Cali-Sober” friends over at Lure Drinks joined to chat up their new concoctions that make your Mocktail hour a little less “hangovery” and “calorie loaded”… check em’ out. Let’s go!!!Go VOTE: https://meninblazers.com/
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#Soccer #futbol #EPL #SoccerCapital #StLouis #STLMade

Soccer Mom Sunday: Kristen Carver | City SC Voice

We’ve got a CITY voice on this Soccer Mom Sunday! When you walk into the stadium on a St. Louis CITY SC game day, there’s a mainstay voice you hear - and a face you see on the jumbotron - it’s Kristen Carver! We got a chance to sit down with Kristen just before the 2025 season begins, because she’s WAY too busy IN season with not only her duties on game days, but so much more! Listen in for a conversation about how Kristen’s soccer story started like many of ours did - YMCA, CYC, select, and high school ball at Ursuline Academy. Then hear how her humble start in broadcast finally wound its way to being a front-facing personality for St. Louis’ first MLS team. Not only is she busy with CITY, but Kristen also still plays the game and has found herself loving the world of youth coaching. Lots of great thoughts on how some steps, with faith and trust, align for a journey you may have never even dreamed of. #stlcitysc #ingameexperience #gamevoice #womeninmedia #soccer #stlouis

Episode 198: Coach Josh Klein | Desmet Spartans

Coach Josh Klein - Desmet Spartans
Today’s episode is brought to you by you the listener. Be sure to take that next step and write a little review so we can keep them coming!The Desmet Spartans have 6 stars on their crest. An incredible accomplishment in this High School soccer Mecca. As only the second coach in the history of the program, Coach Josh Klein talks about his predecessor, Coach Vitello, his culture, the balance and relationship with MLS Academy’s, and what the team's expectations are… every… single… year. Hint, it has something to do with Soccer Park. Let’s Go!Choose It Right link to ensure your SDP Discount!https://www.chooseitright.com/soccerdadpod/
 

Episode 197: Charlie Ward | Millikin University

Charlie Ward, head coach of NCAA Division 3’s Millikin University mens soccer program.With roots in the south end of London, you will appreciate the accent, and be really impressed with his ideology and insights into the college game. From team culture, to recruiting and more, we have a great time getting to know coach Ward and add another perspective to the chaos that is College Pathway.
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