Ep.19 Importance of Accountability|Alex Lozano

Send a textSummaryIn this episode of the Passion Purpose in Soccer podcast, host Mustaf interviews coach Alex Lorenzo, the head coach of the North Texas Aztecs. They discuss Alex's journey as a player and coach, his non-profit goalkeeping academy, and the requirements and philosophy of the academy. They also talk about the North Texas Aztecs and the bond formed with the players over the years. The conversation with Alejandro Lozano covers various themes related to coaching and managing a soccer team. The chapters include discussions on building trust and loyalty among players, joining the MPL, community engagement, financial challenges, and the rules and structure of the league. In this episode, Mustaf and Alejandro Lozano discuss the idea of running a league like the English Premier League, with relegation and promotion. They also talk about the importance of making every game matter and giving young players advice on how to make it to the big leagues. Alejandro shares information about the North Texas Aztecs and their upcoming tryouts. He emphasizes the importance of developing players and asks coaches to consider what they are truly developing for. Mustaf concludes with a reminder to pursue your passions and goals.TakeawaysGratitude for health and the opportunity to coachThe importance of former players in forming a clubThe need for affordable soccer trainingThe value of discipline and commitment in goalkeeper trainingThe bond formed with players over time Running a league with relegation and promotion can make every game matter and increase competition.Young players should make sound decisions and weigh their options when trying to make it to the big leagues.The North Texas Aztecs offer opportunities for young players to develop their skills.Coaches should consider what they are truly developing for and focus on player development rather than just winning games.Chapters00:00Introduction and Gratitude06:54Alex's Journey as a Player and Coach18:29The Non-Profit Goalkeeping Academy25:46Requirements and Philosophy of the Academy28:26The North Texas Aztecs29:01Building Trust and Loyalty41:09Joining the MPL44:12Community Engagement48:12Financial Challenges52:16MPL Rules and Structure59:36Running the League Like the English Premier League01:01:11Relegation and Moving Up Teams01:01:36Advice for Young Players01:03:36Finding North Texas Aztecs01:04:03Tryouts and Development01:06:23Shoutouts and Gratitude01:08:27The Purpose of Development01:11:24Closing ThoughtsFollow: The Metroplex Premier League on IG, Facebook and the MPL website Follow:The Passion, Purpose & Soccer Podcast on IG, Apple podcast, or wherever you listen your podcast.