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Friday Mar 31, 2023
Friday Mar 31, 2023
Bill McDermott, aka "Mr. Soccer," has seen it all, covered it all, and put up two of his own national championships to boot! A STL Soccer Hall of Famer, and Soccer Grandpa, Bill told some amazing stories ranging from 1970 World Cup, North City CYC, MLS early days, and... Leonard Cohen. Really.
Monday Mar 27, 2023
Monday Mar 27, 2023
Brad Davis is a true MLS Legend. With the 3rd most assists in league history, over 400 appearances, and 6 All Star appearances, it's safe to say... he did good. And, he has no qualms settling the "Soccer Capital of America" debate. Take a listen and hear about what makes him tick as a club director and what his true passion is... hint: Robin Hood.
Tuesday Mar 21, 2023
Tuesday Mar 21, 2023
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!!!
Sunday Mar 19, 2023
Sunday Mar 19, 2023
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 Corleone!!! The most talented player to ever wear the Warrior kit, he accomplished a feat youth sports novelists only dream of writing about... 4 wins, in 4 years, and so much more.Please enjoy!!!
Friday Mar 17, 2023
Friday Mar 17, 2023
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!!!
Wednesday Mar 15, 2023
Wednesday Mar 15, 2023
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?!?!
Friday Mar 10, 2023
Friday Mar 10, 2023
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.comCheck out our chat and pass along to other parents that are "those parents," for some insight on how not to be "those parents." Ha!!!
Thursday Mar 02, 2023
Thursday Mar 02, 2023
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 the show. Our conversation with Wayne illustrates that the human element, the modesty, the hard working, humble nature of those associated with the team, is real. An incredible chat, please... enjoy!
Tuesday Feb 28, 2023
Tuesday Feb 28, 2023
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 upcoming IU vs SLU Living Legacy Foundation game!
Monday Feb 27, 2023
Monday Feb 27, 2023
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 beyond!