Coaching Development: Memo Medina

This is a powerful episode with the Head Men’s Soccer Coach of Ottawa University in Arizona, David Stockton. We dive into a diverse range of topics, which you will not want to miss. Stockton describes his journey to becoming a head coach, the importance of utilizing Goalkeeper coaches, and how to get involved in the college game. Listen Now!

In this episode, we dive into the player's perspective on the youth game and player development. Sabrina Weinman from San Jose State Women's Soccer joins us and provides an in-depth look into the college recruiting process, the benefit of multiple youth leagues, and her thoughts on the benefits of the new proposed 21st-century model in the college game, and much more! This insight is a unique perspective from a player's view, listen now! 

The Soccer CAP is back! It’s the moment you have all been waiting for…Season 2!!! We are back with a great guest to open up the new season, Coach Edgar Linares. Edgar is currently the Head Women’s Soccer Coach at Bakersfield College. In this episode, we dive into the importance of having a mentor, relationship building, being a student of the game, and much more! Listen Now!

In the final episode of our first season, we are joined by MLS Next coach, Euro Soccer Training owner, and Almaden youth soccer director, Mark Christie. We discuss the importance of the mental health of players, sparking innovation with your team and Mark dives into the technical vs tactical training sessions in the youth game. Listen Now!

In this episode we focus on college recruiting, we get insight from Robin Patton who has been a college recruiter for over 7 years. He is currently an assistant coach for CUNY Bronx Community College and a staff coach for the NY Redbulls organization. Robin breaks down the recruiting process and how coaches can help their players! Listen Now! Reach out to Robin via IG @pookiepatton030

In this episode we welcome Guillermo ‘Memo’ Medina, he is the Men’s Head Coach at Santiago Canyon College and a USSF/CalSouth coaching instructor. We dive into the ins and outs of coaching education courses, how DOCs can better equip their coaches, and more importantly, how to develop as a coach. Listen Now!

In this episode, professional soccer player Jason Ramos earns his first CAP on the show. We discuss his current club Chattanooga Red Wolves (USL League One), what it takes to be at the professional ranks, the benefits of college soccer, and more! Listen Now! Follow Jason on social media: Twitter: @j_ramos03 IG: j__ramos04 Email us: [email protected]

In this week's episode, we welcome ECNL Coaches, Matt Ferren, earning his first CAP on the show and we welcome back the first-ever guest on the show, Cameron Roget. This was the very first panel-style episode, we discussed all aspects of the ECNL & ECRL, college recruiting, the truths of youth soccer and more! Listen Now!  Email: [email protected] 

In this episode Cal Poly Pomona Women’s Assistant and ECNL coach, Dan Richards, becomes the first guest to receive two CAPs (been a guest twice) on the show. Dan speaks on the importance of the correct environment and the impact of higher standards! We discuss the ups and downs of the U.S. Soccer’s Developmental Academy, was it successful? Why or why not. The current state of youth soccer and more, Listen Now! Follow the convo on Facebook and Twitter: @SoccerCap and @TheSoccerCAP Email us: [email protected]

In this episode, we welcomed Naples United (NPSL) Head coach Matt Poland. We discussed the mistake of specializing players too young, the sacrifice it takes to make it to the professional ranks, and the state of youth soccer in America. Matt’s experience and insight is invaluable, he speaks on the importance of going the extra mile and the differences between high school and semi-pro levels! Listen Now! Follow Coach Matt via IG: @mpoland4 Follow us on Facebook and Twitter