Mustang Method: Fred Wilson on Data, Development & Heart Give N’ Go Ep. 96

Rohtas Wadera and Sam Angel are back with Episode 96 of Give N’ Go, featuring a standout conversation with Fred Wilson, Executive Director of Mustang Soccer League. Wilson reflects on more than three decades in youth soccer and the growth of Mustang into one of the Bay Area’s most established soccer communities. He discusses building a player-first culture, using data and AI as tools in development, the importance of strong coach-player relationships, and why the human side of the game still matters most. His philosophy is simple: create an environment kids want to return to, be present with players, and above all, be good to kids. Sam and Rohtas also break down several stories from around the women’s game, including the NWSL’s decision to start its 2027 season earlier ahead of the Women’s World Cup, a new goalkeeper injury rule being tested in the WSL, and the return of Ted Lasso with women’s soccer taking center stage. In This Episode: Fred Wilson on 37 years with Mustang Soccer League Building a youth soccer culture that keeps players in the game Why “you can’t measure head and heart” How Mustang uses data and AI in player development Making analytics useful for coaches and players The importance of the coach-player relationship Fred’s advice for youth coaches: “be good to kids” Sam Angel’s latest update from DC Power The NWSL’s 2027 schedule change ahead of the Women’s World Cup What a shorter offseason could mean for players The WSL’s new goalkeeper injury rule Ted Lasso takes on women’s soccer — and whether it can get the culture right Hosted by Rohtas Wadera and professional soccer player Sam Angel. Follow Girls Soccer Network for more women’s soccer news, interviews and stories from every level of the game.