United Soccer Coaches Podcast

Dean brings a great energy and clearly puts a lot of work into his interviews. He is always thoughtful and great at guiding conversations. Big fan of Dean’s and a bigger fan of this podcast! Keep up the good work!

There is no greater force in the game of soccer than the influence of coaches. We set the culture for players, spectators (parents), sponsors and administrators and other stakeholders. No six year-old has ever signed up for soccer by them self. From that first encounter, a coach has set the tone for how all involved will view the sport. A great deal of a coach’s time is spent attending to factors away from the field so that what happens on the field is in the best interest of the players we serve. United Soccer Coaches podcast and Dean present an engaging glimpse into the myriad aspects of the game that help every coach raise their performance and make us better at what we do. Like United Soccer Coaches, the podcast provides a platform for learning from one another.

For Parents, you will not get to know US Soccer watching foreign leagues, like EPL, where few if any Americans play, and you won't watching MLS either as that is also mainly foreign players starting. This podcast is a window into the real workings of soccer in the USA where the most of the soccer pitches and facilities are owned - not by clubs or pro teams - but by High Schools and Colleges. Hosted by Dean Linke, who brings a wealth of knowledge and experience and who is always prepared but also allows the disucssion to follow it's own path guided by his own inquisitive nature. Dean's knowledge of college soccer and coaching education is really unparalleled, and getting access to him and his guests via these podcasts is a gift for soccer parents. Keep it going!

If you’re looking for 0 game day value - you’ve found it. If you want soccer interviews and politics - your podcast.