42 episodes
Blueprint Soccer Conversations with Clint Clint Caso
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4.9 • 18 Ratings
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Long form conversations with soccer players, coaches and others in the (soccer) industry, aimed at sharing insight from personal experiences and expertise - to offer guidance and perspective to the next generation of young soccer players and families.
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Blueprint Soccer XI - Romain Gall - Episode 40
On this episode of the podcast we are joined by former Columbus Crew, Nyköpongs BIS, and GIF Sundsvall winger, currently signed with Malmö FF the biggest club in Sweden and on loan with Örebro SK - Romain Gall.
We discuss some early highs and lows in his career from signing a professional contract at 19 and being released a year later and then signing in the 3rd Tier in Sweden and what life is like in a foreign country. Enjoy! -
Blueprint Soccer XI - Alex Shinsky - Episode 39
On this episode of the podcast we are joined by former, US Youth National Team player who competed in the 2009 U-17 World Cup, A top 5 recruit in the High School class of 2011, he was a student-athlete at the University of Maryland and captained the team his senior year winning the BIG 10 tournament, drafted by Chicago Fire and played for Arizona United in the USL, former assistant coach at Army and current assistant coach at Temple University - Alex Shinsky. We discuss the opportunities he had after the U17 World Cup and why he chose the University of Maryland. Some misconceptions about the college recruitment process and what a team of the combined military academies (Army, Navy & Air Force) would look like. Enjoy!
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Blueprint Soccer XI - Yohann Mauger - Episode 38
On this episode of the podcast we are joined by - 2005 All-American at the University of Akron, former professional soccer player for Rennes in France, Winner of the French Cup, current professor at Northern Kentucky University, has earned his Ph.d in Organizational Behavior and is founder of Hive Skills IQ - Dr. Yohann Mauger. We discuss communication, his player and coach assessment and how to aid in player/ coach relations. Enjoy!
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Blueprint Soccer XI - Santino Quaranta - Episode 37
On this episode of the podcast we are joined by - one of the youngest players to ever sign a professional contract in Major League Soccer with D.C. United at 16 years old, former player with the LA Galaxy, New York Red Bull and the United States National team - 2004 MLS Cup Champion and 2005 Gold Cup Champion current Founder and Technial Director of Pipeline Soccer Club - Santino Quaranta
We discuss Santino growing up in Maryland and some of his early experiences in the game. Signing a professional contract at 16 years old, and his transition as a professional. We also discuss player development and challenging players. -
Blueprint Soccer XI - Zarek Valentin - Episode 36
On this episode of the podcast we are joined by - former NCAA National Champion with the Akron Zips, 4th overall draft pick in 2011 by Chivas USA, former defender with Montral Impact, FK Bodø/Glimt in Norway, and Portland Timbers - now playing with Houston Dynamo - Zarek Valentin. We discuss growing up in rural central Pennsylvania and how he earned opportunities for exposure, the decision to attend The University of Akron and why he left school early. His transition as a student-athlete to a professional and life in Norway. Enjoy!
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Blueprint Soccer XI - George Davis IV - Episode 35
On this episode of the podcast we are joined by - United Soccer League appearance leader, 2014 USL All League - First Team - former, Dayton Dutch Lions, Los Angeles Blues and Richmond Kickers, currently with Louisville City FC where he won USL Championships in 2017 & 2018 - George Davis IV
We discuss the growth of the league, opportunities for players, how to make a successful transition into the league and what it was like being a player manager. Enjoy!
Customer Reviews
Excellent Content
Clint has a great soccer mind and brings on people who have the same passion for the game as he does. As a fan and a guy who studied Caleb Porter and Jared Embick at Akron, I find it great to hear thoughts from his former or current players. I would suggest listening to some of these great podcast - continue to do what you do Clint.
Educational and Insightful
Clint has a heart to use his influence, contacts and skills to give back and help others develop and understand what it takes to excel on and off the pitch! He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience himself and combines that with some really awesome, accomplished and influential guests!
A 360 view of the beautiful game!
Deep and candid conversations about the game of soccer from all the angles. Whether on the path to pro, college bound, developing as youth player or coach, or a fan of the game... this is a great listen for soccer players, coaches, trainers, students, parents, and anyone who shares a love for soccer.