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10/24/2025

“Space on the field. Finding open space. Rotating the ball. Squeeze!”
These young players are learning what every great team masters: how to move together while staying in shape. Communication, awareness, and trust make all the difference.

New episode out now! https://www.pitchtopro.com/episodes/ozfc-youth-take-the-stage/

10/23/2025

“It was intense, but fun. We met new players, new coaches… even a U.S. National Youth Scout was there.”
The MLS Next Talent ID Invitational brought together the top 50 players in the region for 2v2s, small-sided matches, and a high-energy 9v9 tournament to showcase the next generation of soccer talent.

New episode out now! https://www.pitchtopro.com/

10/22/2025

“Scan. Turn your head a lot. Head on a swivel.”
Midfielders know, it’s not just about being physical, it’s about field awareness. The best players see the game before it happens.

New episode out tomorrow with some special guests!

10/17/2025

“I was frustrated - but confident.”
Coach Samuel Estrada of JBU Men’s Soccer shares how reading his team’s body language told him everything he needed to know. No finger-pointing. No blame. Just quiet accountability.

New episode out now!

10/16/2025

“Culture is everything.”
Coach Samuel Estrada of JBU Men’s Soccer breaks down why culture isn’t just a buzzword — it’s the foundation of performance. Whether it’s athletics or business, the pattern is the same: people stay and thrive where culture comes first. Skills can be taught, but trust, unity, and belief? Those have to be built every day.

New episode is out now! https://www.pitchtopro.com/episodes/what-makes-a-real-soccer-community/

10/15/2025

Coach Samuel Estrada of JBU Men’s Soccer shares a defining moment that revealed the team’s true culture: no finger-pointing, no excuses - just teammates holding each other accountable and asking, “How do we fix it?” That’s what real leadership and unity look like - on and off the field.

New stoppage time episode out is tomorrow!

10/10/2025

“Good players have skill. Great players make decisions - fast.”
Men’s Soccer Head Coach at John Brown University breaks down what really separates top players: mental speed. You can train strength and technique, but decision-making - reading the game, staying two steps ahead - that’s what defines greatness. It’s the hardest thing to coach and the one thing you only learn by playing.

Check out the episode now! https://www.pitchtopro.com/episodes/street-soccer-to-sidelines-coach-estradas-journey/

10/09/2025

“I don’t crave goals or assists - I crave controlling the tempo of the game.”
Former JBU midfielder shares what it means to play the number eight role - not chasing stats, but leading through rhythm, awareness, and service to the team. It’s the perfect reflection of John Brown University Soccer’s culture: humble, technical, and built around helping others shine.

The episode is out now! https://www.pitchtopro.com/episodes/street-soccer-to-sidelines-coach-estradas-journey/

10/08/2025

“Transform lives. Change lives. Compete at the highest level.”

That’s the mission driving John Brown University Men’s Soccer forward.

Head Coach shares what’s next for the program — from short-term goals of winning the conference to a long-term vision of bringing home a national championship. But beyond the pitch, the focus is even bigger: a 90% player retention rate, graduates who become leaders, husbands, and good citizens, and a team culture that keeps growing stronger every season.

New Episode out tomorrow!

10/03/2025

What began as street games in the late 80s grew into an organized league thanks to grit, volunteers, and community conviction. This episode of Stoppage Time dives into how Arkansas adult soccer was born—surviving disputes, inconsistent divisions, and fading institutional support until it gained legitimacy through city backing. ⚽

Hear how the volunteer backbone, evolving structure, and strategic vision turned passion into infrastructure—paving the way for more safe fields, smarter divisions, and broader access.

Listen now → https://www.pitchtopro.com/episodes/building-soccer-leagues-from-scratch/

10/01/2025

Street soccer built a citywide league—40,000 players later, it still runs on volunteers and heart. Why does access matter more than talent alone? Hear how pickup play became a platform for growth. Listen tomorrow and tell us your first pickup memory?

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