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Offside in the Bay: 2 the Pitch and Beyond

Offside in the Bay: 2 the Pitch and Beyond

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 This podcast covers everything soccer, from the grassroots level of youth soccer and recruiting to the excitement of the World Cup. Get ready for in-depth discussions and one-on-one interviews with players, coaches, and the influential figures shaping the soccer world.KTVU, 2025 Football Politique et gouvernement
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    • Youth Soccer in the U.S. — What’s Working, What’s Broken, and What Comes Next

      Youth Soccer in the U.S. — What’s Working, What’s Broken, and What Comes Next
      Jan 21 2026
      In this episode, Claudine Wong and Alex Lobban sit down with Andrew Donnery, CEO of Elk Grove Soccer to break down the realities of youth soccer in the United States. From pay-to-play pressure and coaching quality to access, affordability, and the impact of the 2026 World Cup, Andrew offers candid insight into what’s working, what’s broken, and how the system could evolve. Key Topics: - Is the U.S. youth soccer system working? - Why keeping the game fun matters - Development gaps between the U.S. and Europe - Training hours, quality coaching, and player pathways - ECNL, MLS Next, and league fragmentation - Financial access and sustainability in youth soccer - The potential impact of the 2026 World Cup About the Guest: Andrew Donnery is the CEO of Elk Grove Soccer and a globally recognized coach, educator, and soccer leader. Originally from England, he has dedicated his career to developing players, educating coaches, and building sustainable soccer programs. Connect with Us: Claudine Wong Facebook & Instagram: ClaudineWongKTVU TikTok: ClaudineKTVU YouTube: ClaudineWong Alex Lobban Instagram: @thealexlobban Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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      54 min
    • World Cup Draw and More with Kelly Gray

      World Cup Draw and More with Kelly Gray
      Dec 16 2025
      The 2026 World Cup draw is out — and now comes the analysis, overanalysis, and excitement. Claudine Wong and Alex Lobban are joined by former MLS midfielder youth sports executive Kelly Gray to break down what the draw means for the U.S., the Bay Area, and the future of soccer in America. From expectations for the U.S. Men’s National Team to the global stars, underdog stories, and the long-term impact of hosting the World Cup, this episode looks beyond the brackets to what really matters. Guest: Kelly Gray -Grew up in San Jose as an Earthquakes fan -Won league championship with Leigh High School in SJ -All-American in college at Portland -2002 MLS SuperDraft first-round pick (5th overall) by the Chicago Fire -Traded to Quakes in 2005 and team won the Supporters’ Shield for best regular-season record -Won MLS Cup in 2006 with Houston Dynamo -Played 51 games for U.S. Under-20 National Team -TV/radio experience: Former Earthquakes color commentator for CSN (now NBC Sports) Bay Area, Quakes Radio Network Head of Cinch Sports (San Jose) What We Cover: - Initial reactions to the World Cup draw and why Bay Area fans felt disappointed - Levi’s Stadium matchups and whether the “best games” really matter - The U.S. Men’s National Team group: favorable draw or dangerous complacency? - Why expectations for the U.S. must go beyond just advancing from the group - The most entertaining and competitive groups to watch - Group of Death debate and toughest paths to the knockout rounds - Cities that “won” the draw (Miami, LA, New York) - Star power heading into the World Cup: Messi, Mbappé, Haaland, Vinícius Jr., De Bruyne, and more - Young players poised to break out on the world stage - African and underdog nations that could surprise - How hosting the World Cup could reshape U.S. soccer and MLS - Why the real impact of the World Cup is felt after the final whistle Key Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome and episode intro 01:20 – Kelly Gray’s background and playing career 02:06 – Reaction to the World Cup draw 04:02 – Why the draw was must-watch TV 06:33 – Growth of soccer in the U.S. since 1994 08:06 – MLS momentum and global visibility 11:36 – Best groups and must-watch matchups 13:57 – Toughest groups and Group of Death debate 16:37 – How far should the U.S. realistically go? 18:26 – U.S. player pool: MLS vs Europe 21:31 – Surprise teams and potential upsets 24:53 – Young stars and breakout storylines 26:18 – Messi, legacy players, and final World Cup narratives 30:16 – Why the World Cup creates life-changing moments 33:28 – Managing expectations and embracing the experience 35:07 – Long-term impact on MLS and U.S. soccer 37:12 – Kelly’s 1994 World Cup story at Stanford Stadium 40:05 – Final thoughts and wrap-up Connect With Us: Claudine Wong Facebook & Instagram: ClaudineWongKTVU TikTok: ClaudineKTVU YouTube: ClaudineWong Alex Lobban Instagram: @thealexlobban Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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      41 min
    • Adam Cooper – Head Coach, St. Mary’s College Men’s Soccer

      Adam Cooper – Head Coach, St. Mary’s College Men’s Soccer
      Dec 9 2025
      In this episode, Claudine Wong and Alex Lobban sit down with Adam Cooper, one of the most successful college soccer coaches in the country and the longtime architect of the powerhouse program at St. Mary’s College. Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome to Episode 17 02:05 – Falling in Love With Soccer 05:42 – The Youth Soccer Landscape Then vs. Now 09:10 – Getting Noticed by UCLA 12:45 – The Jump to High-Level College Soccer 16:28 – Becoming a Coach 21:20 – Choosing Coaching Over a Pro Career 25:55 – Staying at St. Mary’s 28:18 – Recruiting Today: It’s Complicated 33:14 – The Transfer Portal: “Free Agency Without Contracts” 38:05 – NIL Money and Mid-Major Programs 41:40 – What Coaches Look For 47:55 – Talent, Training, and What Kids Need More Of 53:20 – How Youth Clubs Should Handle Free Play 56:00 – Looking Ahead to the 2026 World Cup 01:04:10 – The Future of Soccer in America 01:08:00 – Final Thoughts & A Thank You to Adam Cooper Connect With Us Claudine: Instagram @ClaudineWongKTVU, Facebook ClaudineWongKTVU, TikTok @ClaudineKTVU, YouTube ClaudineWong Alex: Instagram @thealexlobban Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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      51 min
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