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Breaking the Line: The ECNL Podcast

Elite Clubs National League
Youth Soccer
ECNL
Player Development
Tryouts
ECNL Coaching Symposium
Leadership
ECNL Texas Cup
Coaching
North Carolina Courage
ECNL Playoffs
College Soccer Recruitment
Competitiveness
US Soccer
Michigan Hawks
Technical Development
Youth Soccer Development
Relative Age Effect
NWSL
Thanksgiving
Youth Sports

The Elite Clubs National League was founded in 2009 and continues to lead by daring to do things differently, embedded with grit, collaboration and tenacity – all things learned from the beautiful game. The ECNL protects and propels the integrity of the game and everyone it impacts by facilitating the perfect symmetry of excellence and humility, exclusivity and accessibility, freedom and community... more

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This week's edition of Breaking the Line features a hot topic across the soccer landscape and the sports world as a whole: the economics of sport, and youth sport in particular. 

ECNL President Christian L... more

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The Breaking the Line team has returned for another player-focused episode, this time discussing player development. 

ECNL Vice President kicks off the conversation with a thought-provoking question: if yo... more

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It's a very special episode of Breaking the Line, as the podcast celebrates its 125th episode!

After an invigorating discussion about navigating birth years and skill levels within youth soccer, ECNL Presi... more

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After a quick Labor Day pause, the Breaking the Line team returns to your airwaves. Fall is in the air, the kids are back at school and the 2025-26 soccer season is ready to kick off. 

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Breaking the Line, the ECNL Podcast, welcomes newly-hired Pre-ECNL Commissioners Bobby Reiss and Ruairi McGuinness to the airwaves for a riveting discussion surrounding the ECNL’s entry into Zone 1: the Pre... more

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Fresh off the ECNL National Playoffs and Finals, and a live podcast recording, Breaking the Line returns to the airwaves with its newest episode featuring a very special guest, US Club Soccer’s Technical Di... more

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Filmed LIVE on Day 1 of the ECNL Boys National Playoffs in Redmond, Washington, the Breaking the Line team sits down right on the fields to discuss all things ECNL Playoffs. 

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The Breaking the Line team returns for its newest episode diving into a topic of discussion at every ECNL club and across the youth soccer landscape: high school soccer vs. club soccer. 

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Bobby Reiss
New pre-ECNL commissioner and former general manager at San Diego Surf
ECNL
Episode: The Pre-ECNL and Zone 1: Balancing Development with Competition | Ep. 123
Ruairi McGuinness
New pre-ECNL commissioner with extensive experience in youth soccer development in the US.
ECNL
Episode: The Pre-ECNL and Zone 1: Balancing Development with Competition | Ep. 123
Ross Paule
Technical Director at US Club Soccer
US Club Soccer
Episode: Expanding Talent Identification: ECNL, id2 and the Search for America’s Next Soccer Stars | Ep. 122
Jason Kutney
ECNL Boys Commissioner
Elite Clubs National League
Episode: Breaking the Line Live at the ECNL Boys National Playoffs: A Winning Mentality | Ep. 121
Chris Leahey
ECNL Regional Commissioner for boys and girls
Elite Clubs National League
Episode: A Proven Pathway: The ECNL Pyramid and Why Competition is Vital in Youth Soccer | Ep. 116
Jacob Bourne
ECNL superstar
Episode: Club Chaos: What Does The Changing Youth Soccer Landscape Really Mean? | Ep. 114
Reid Sellers
ECNL superstar
Episode: Club Chaos: What Does The Changing Youth Soccer Landscape Really Mean? | Ep. 114
Emily Cosler
Senior Director of Strategy for US Soccer
US Soccer
Episode: The Future of American Soccer: A Collaborative Approach feat. Emily Cosler and Matt Crocker | Ep. 113
Matt Crocker
Sporting Director for US Soccer
US Soccer
Episode: The Future of American Soccer: A Collaborative Approach feat. Emily Cosler and Matt Crocker | Ep. 113

Hosts

Christian Lavers
President and CEO of ECNL, involved in shaping youth soccer development and fostering collaboration within the sports community.
Doug Bracken
Vice President and Chief of Staff of ECNL, focusing on youth soccer strategies and organizational development.
Dean Linke
Host of Breaking the Line, providing insights and commentary on youth soccer and its challenges.

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A Growth Mindset: Facilitating Player Development | Ep. 126
Q: How important is the experience of the youth soccer player?
It is essential to create an environment where players want to engage in soccer more regularly, as this leads to skill development and enjoyment of the game.
The Great Balancing Act: Finding Your Path in High School and Club Soccer | Ep. 120
Q: What are your thoughts on the concept of big fish in a small pond versus small fish in a big pond?
I'd rather be a big fish in a big pond, as it's what we aspire to be, but if I'm in a small pond, I'd want to figure out how to get to the big pond.
Breaking the Line Live at the ECNL Boys National Playoffs: A Winning Mentality | Ep. 121
Q: What have college coaches said about playoffs?
College coaches appreciate playoffs because it's about winning, which is crucial for their job and they want players who will contribute to that success.
Building Winners and Leaders, feat. Anson Dorrance, Peter Kenyon, Jeremy Boone and Eric Potterat | Breaking the Line Ep. 112
Q: How can a culture of teamwork prevail over a culture of individualism?
There needs to be a shift to 'we, us, ours' from 'me, my, I,' cultivated by strong leadership and team-focused values.
Building Winners and Leaders, feat. Anson Dorrance, Peter Kenyon, Jeremy Boone and Eric Potterat | Breaking the Line Ep. 112
Q: How does one build resilience in young leaders?
Through experiences of adversity, allowing them to practice skills in high-stress situations and fostering an environment that embraces challenge.

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Focusing on youth soccer, this podcast addresses the dynamic interplay between competition and player development. Listeners can expect discussions that explore the challenges and rewards of coaching, the nuances of player placements based on birth years, and the impact of evolving structures within youth soccer leagues. Insightful interviews with leaders in the soccer community provide a rich perspective on how to cultivate talent in an increasingly competitive landscape, making it essential listening for parents, coaches, and players alike. The emphasis on transparency, communication, and collaboration in youth sports makes it a unique platform for engaging with complex issues in soccer development.

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Recent guests on Breaking the Line: The ECNL Podcast include:

1. Bobby Reiss
2. Ruairi McGuinness
3. Ross Paule
4. Jason Kutney
5. Chris Leahey
6. Jacob Bourne
7. Reid Sellers
8. Emily Cosler

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