The West Michigan Soccer Show

Midwest United FC
  • 5.0 (9)
  • SOCCER

Join hosts Kyle Grew and John Kopko to discuss all things soccer in the West Michigan community and the world beyond. The West Michigan Soccer Show is presented by Midwest United FC, a non-profit soccer club dedicated to growing the game in West Michigan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 1D AGO

    War and Soccer: A Ukrainian Player’s Journey from Kharkiv to Grand Rapids

    Ruslan Masalitin was 15 years old when the Russian invasion began in his home city of Kharkiv, Ukraine. Four years after fleeing bombardment, Masalitin has found success in MLS NEXT while playing for the Midwest United FC Boys Academy program. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min

  2. 12/21/2025

    Rudy Cleveland on Girls Academy League and Girls Youth Soccer in West Michigan

    Midwest United FC Girls Academy Director Rudy Cleveland joins the show to discuss his club's participation in Girls Academy League. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    31 min

  3. 12/18/2025

    West Side Soccer Stories: Gazelle Sports

    Gazelle Sports is a Michigan-based store specializing in running and active lifestyle gear. As Soccer Specialty Manager, Ben Robbins is tasked with the soccer side of the business. Ben joined the show to talk the guys through some of the best-selling merchandise in the soccer world and give his expert holiday gifting advice for the soccer fan in your life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    39 min

  4. 12/15/2025

    World Cup Draw Reaction: They Lost A War To Emus!

    The 2026 FIFA World Cup draw is over and the tournament has taken shape! The guys have many thoughts about the host nations' groups and the USMNT's chances on making a run next summer! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    59 min

  5. 12/11/2025

    Unpacking the Youth Soccer Age Group Change

    Midwest United FC Executive Director Lewis Robinson joins Kopko and Kyle to share insights on the 2026 youth soccer age group changes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    23 min

  6. 12/03/2025

    Biscuits, Gravy, and Grant Oosse

    Serial winner and Midwest United FC SCOR Executive Director Grant Oosse joins the show to discuss his latest round of triumphs. From GA Aspire to Thanksgiving plates, this week's episode has it all! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min

  7. 11/19/2025

    In our Kyle Grew Era!

    The West Michigan Soccer show has entered its Kyle Grew era. Get to know the new host, an East Michigander running the West side's soccer podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    28 min

  8. 07/12/2024

    Midwest United FC Qualifies for USL League Two Playoffs

    Luke Ruff & Cameron Baker join the show to discuss their team's historic USL League Two season which has resulted in playoff qualification. Midwest United FC has earned the most total points of any Grand Rapids-based USL 2 team dating back to GRFC's time in the league. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    23 min
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Join hosts Kyle Grew and John Kopko to discuss all things soccer in the West Michigan community and the world beyond. The West Michigan Soccer Show is presented by Midwest United FC, a non-profit soccer club dedicated to growing the game in West Michigan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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