Chasing the Game - Youth Soccer in America
Liron Unreich, Matt TartagliaChasing the Game: Youth Soccer in America is a weekly podcast for soccer parents, coaches, and players who want to understand how youth soccer development really works in the United States. Hosted by two dads, filmmaker Liron Unreich and investor Matt Tartaglia, the show covers everything from grassroots soccer to elite pathways like MLS NEXT and ECNL. Combining data, real experience, and expert i... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 48 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | SoccerSports | |||
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Would a Soccer Prep School Fit Your Kid?
What is soccer prep school, and could it be a path your family has not considered?
After hearing about Ryan Farr's post-grad year, Liron and Matt wanted to understand an option they had barely considered. Jo... more
Bad First Touch or Bad Read? How Kids Learn to Read the Game
Your kid looks sharp in training. Then the game starts, and you wonder if they are learning to read the game at all.
Miguelangel Grande Jr., founder of Grande Sports, says the problem oft... more
Are We Asking Too Much of Young Goalkeepers?
Your young goalkeeper lets in a goal. Before you decide what went wrong, what was it reasonable to expect them to do?
Sebastiano Mana, Met Oval's head of goalkeeping, wants young keepers to attempt thing... more
Soccer vs. School: Why Should Kids Have to Choose?
Soccer and school should support the same kid. Why does pursuing one sometimes make the other harder?
At YSC Academy, an independent school partnered with the Philadelphia Union, Mark Franek teache... more
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- Very informative
We have a very talented kid who loves soccer, and we as parents are trying to navigate this complex world, especially here in the US. This podcast is incredibly informative and I have really enjoyed hearing from the guests that have been featured. Thank you!
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United States4 months ago - Awesome
Keep this up guys! Very informative and relevant topic guests. The episode with the Orlando City Academy director was 🔥
Apple Podcasts5KrioyoUnited States6 months ago - Love it!
I look forward to it every week. As a soccer parent, I love hearing these conversations and the guests that come on answer a ton of questions I’ve been wondering. The only downside is I wish there was more episodes weekly. Keep up the good work and thanks for putting this podcast on.
Apple Podcasts5AustinSWFLUnited States7 months ago - Amazing resource for newbs like me
Found this thanks to a Reddit post. I’m completely new to non-rec soccer and have been blessed with a super talented kid making his way up the ranks in the Bay Area. Every acronym is new to me and the various pathways make my head hurt.
These guys do a great job talking about the state of play in America and how to support your kid in his or her journey. They emphasize fun, constant play, and resilience as the keys to making it through - with the stark reality that most of the talented u13s wi... more
Apple Podcasts5BrigglyWigglyUnited States8 months ago - Soccer Dad Gold
I listen to multiple podcasts on youth soccer. This is one of my favorites. Quality guests and great hosts that provide useful information on how to better help your kid navigate youth soccer.
Apple Podcasts5DonHaukUnited States9 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #105 | United States/Sports/Soccer |
Apple Podcasts | #203 |  Canada/Sports/Soccer |
Apple Podcasts | #217 |  Israel/Sports/Soccer |
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What is Chasing the Game about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Weekly conversations about how youth soccer development works in the United States, from grassroots play and coaching culture to academy pathways, college recruiting, affordability and the pressures families face. Filmmaker and soccer parent Liron Unreich and investor and soccer parent Matt Tartaglia combine personal experience with practical discussion and interviews with coaches, academy leaders, league and federation executives, former professionals, educators and players.
The focus is on helping parents and players make informed choices: how to assess a development environment, balance playing time and competition, understand exposure and recruiting, and keep a child's enjoyment and well-being in view. Expert perspectives sit alongside... more
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Recent guests on Chasing the Game include:
1. Sebastiano Mana
2. Mark Franek
3. Ted Kroeten
4. Luis Robles
5. Chris Mueller
6. Jonny Shore
7. Dan Helfridge
8. Peguy Luyindula
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