Austin's Soccer Pod

Chris Bils, Michelle Sanchez, Luis de Leon

Co-hosts Chris Bils, Michelle Sanchez and Luis de Leon discuss Austin FC, Austin Bold FC, the Texas Longhorns and more. Featuring interviews with influential people at every level of soccer in Central Texas.

Episodes

  1. INTERVIEW: McKinze Gaines talks about signing with German Club Hannover 96.

    07/21/2020

    INTERVIEW: McKinze Gaines talks about signing with German Club Hannover 96.

    Not only known for being quick on the field (seriously, he was recently clocked running a speed that would make him the fastest player in Bundesliga history), the Round Rock native recently signed with Hannover 96 in the German league's second division. The Round Rock native sits down with Chris Bils to talk about the future, his journey with soccer (so far) and how he has continued training during the pandemic.

    23 min
  2. INTERVIEW — Jimmy Conrad on Davy Arnaud, Josh Wolff teaming up without him

    07/14/2020

    INTERVIEW — Jimmy Conrad on Davy Arnaud, Josh Wolff teaming up without him

    When looking for a right-hand man to be an assistant coach for Austin FC, Josh Wolff turned to his former Kansas City Wizards teammate Davy Arnaud. Which begs the question: Why isn't Jimmy Conrad on the staff. We asked him that and gained insight on what a Wolff, Arnaud partnership looks like up close. MUSIC — "Molly" by Midcentury: http://www.midcenturyband.com/

    25 min
  3. INTERVIEW - Roberto Rojas talks Rodney Redes, Austin FC's first player

    07/07/2020

    INTERVIEW - Roberto Rojas talks Rodney Redes, Austin FC's first player

    Austin FC finally has a player! Rodney Redes is a 20-year-old winger from Club Guaraní in Paraguay. To find out more about him, we called up Paraguayan-American soccer journalist Roberto Rojas. He talks about Redes' rise from humble beginnings, the role he thinks Redes will play for an MLS expansion team, and why so many young Paraguayans are making their way to the United States. Follow Roberto Rojas on Twitter — @RobertoRojas97 Read more about Rodney Redes — https://www.statesman.com/sports/20200706/austin-fc-signs-paraguayan-rodney-redes-as-franchisersquos-first-player

    32 min
  4. Jacob Powell

    05/26/2020

    Jacob Powell

    Have you ever been playing a game of pickup, whether it's indoor or outdoor and notice that one person who is like, REALLY good? Have you ever wanted to ask about why they're not playing in a pro league? Or know more about thier story? Well, Michelle Sanchez approached Jacob Powell, who she noticed was an outstanding talent and interviewed him over the phone. Find out his story, and connections to Austin's soccer community.

    31 min
  5. Christian Lavers - President of the Elite Clubs National League

    04/27/2020

    Christian Lavers - President of the Elite Clubs National League

    This week, Chris Bils speaks with Christian Lavers, the President of the Elite Clubs National League, Christian Lavers about U.S. Soccer's decision to shut down the Development Academy.

    24 min
  6. Coronavirus' impact on the soccer world - Bethany Cyrtmus

    03/24/2020

    Coronavirus' impact on the soccer world - Bethany Cyrtmus

    We put together this episode spearately to follow along with #socialdistancing. This week, Michelle talked with Bethany Cyrtmus who was playing in the third highest division team CFF Maritim in Spain. Hear her story about leaving the country in the midst of the Coronavirus Pandemic, and its impact on soccer in Spain.

    27 min
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3.9
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17 Ratings

About

Co-hosts Chris Bils, Michelle Sanchez and Luis de Leon discuss Austin FC, Austin Bold FC, the Texas Longhorns and more. Featuring interviews with influential people at every level of soccer in Central Texas.

Information

  • Creator
    Chris Bils, Michelle Sanchez, Luis de Leon
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2020
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved
  • Show Website
    Austin's Soccer Pod