Episode 2.05 - On this episode we give a high level preview of what is ahead for the two SC del Sol teams that qualified to the MLS Next Flex 2024 event. How did they get there, who are they playing, and what to expect on this 5-day event that is a qualifier for the MLS Next Cup in June.

Episode 2.04 - Interview with Orlando Vasquez and his mother María. Orlando plays for the SC del Sol 2008 MLS Next team. Many times we see development as a ladder, or a straight line, a series of forward steps until we reach our desired destination. But development is anything but a straight line. Many times what we see as setbacks, or steps backwards, are simply necessary movements to help our development, so we can then continue improving and moving towards our goal. We hope Orlando's story inspires you to continue working hard no matter where you are in your soccer journey.

Episode 2.03 - Interview with Michael Tamm and his son Alex, who plays for the SC del Sol 2008 MLS Next team. In soccer, and in life, we will face setbacks, adversity, and failure. How we deal with these hard times will determine our path in life. Alex’s story reminds us all that grit and resilience are important human traits to have and to nurture if we are to bounce back from adversity and failure. We hope that you are inspired by his story, and if you have time after listening to our podcast, we invite you to also checkout these short Ted Talks videos on grit and resilience, and why setbacks, adversity and failure are an important part of growing, learning and living a healthy, fulfilling and joyful life.

- Grit: the power of passion and perseverance

- Resilience: The Art of Failing Forward

- Failure is knowledge, knowledge is success