THE Soccer Dad-Pod

Episode 27: Lindsay Kennedy Eversmeyer - STL Soccer Hall of Fame Inductee, and Bad !!!

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!

Episode 26: Wells Thompson & Morgan Hackworth - Sports Resilience!

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.

Episode 25: Greg Drozda - Soccer Dad & Agent!

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!

Episode 24: Terry Michler - CBC Head Coach, a.k.a. Nations winningest coach!

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!

Episode 23: Jim Leeker - STL Soccer Hall Of Fame President

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.

Episode 22: Jeff Sargent, USMNT Soccer Dad to Josh, a.k.a. ”Jeff’s Son!”

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!

Episode 21: Joe Reiniger & Rick Artime - Gateway Rush &... Collinsville somethin’ somethin’

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.

Episode 20: Amster Lyell & LFC ”Fanboy” Duggan!!!

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.

Episode 19: Akron University Head Coach - Jared Embick!

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.

Episode 18: Justin Gage - MIZZOU, TO NFL, TO PARENTHOOD, BACK TO MIZZOU, AND CBC

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 better soccer dad.