Icarus Cup Series EP 1 | Charlie Shea, CASA Tournament Director

Charlie Shea is the Tournament Director for CASA Soccer, a non-profit organization run for players, by players, that delivers high-quality, affordable soccer for all. In this episode of the Icarus Cup Podcast Series in collaboration with Because Football Media, Charlie talks about how being a lazy wrestler made him a soccer nut, the challenges and joys of organizing quality, fun footy events, and what makes the Icarus Cup so special to him.The Icarus Cup Podcast Series in collaboration with Because Football Media is intended to tell the personal stories that celebrate the vision that CASA Soccer and Icarus FC share in creating community and impacting culture through the game of soccer.The Icarus Cup is more than just a tournament—it’s a celebration of soccer, community, and summer fun held in Austin, Philadelphia, and Boston. As CASA’s premier 7v7 event in collaboration with Icarus Football, dozens of teams compete in custom-designed jerseys for a weekend of thrilling matches and unforgettable experiences. Beyond the pitch, enjoy Opening Ceremonies, Evening Socials, a Beer Garden, food vendors, a DJ, and partner giveaways. With divisions for Open, Mixto, O-30, and Women’s Inclusive, there’s a spot for everyone, whether you seek competition or a fun, inclusive weekend.Because Football is a digital media brand dedicated to uncovering the heart of football through original podcast and video storytelling. We produce human-centered content that highlights individual journeys, fan culture, and the community histories shaped by the beautiful game. Our stories are shared through podcast platforms, cultural vlogs on YouTube, and immersive social content across Instagram.Learn more about Icarus Cup:https://www.icarus-cup.com/https://www.instagram.com/theicaruscupLearn more about CASA Soccer:https://www.casasoccerleagues.com/homehttps://it.linkedin.com/company/casa-soccer-leagueCASA Philly https://www.instagram.com/casasoccerphilly/?hl=enCASA Boston https://www.instagram.com/casasoccerboston/?hl=enLearn more about Icarus FC:https://icarusfc.com/https://www.instagram.com/icarusfootball/?hl=enhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/icarus-footballFollow Because Football:https://www.youtube.com/@BecauseFootball_https://www.instagram.com/becausefootball_/https://www.linkedin.com/company/because-football-media/