Sing Second Podcast [Feb 13 '26] with new Navy Men's Soccer Coach John Hackworth

Special pod drop! What sort of coaches are on Michael Kelly's radar to lead the young athletes of the Naval Academy? The very best, obviously. Navy shook the Etch-A-Sketch and hit a homer with a major league hire for Men's Soccer. After a coaching career that was marked by success developing championship-caliber players with the U.S. Soccer men’s and youth national teams as well as at the MLS, MLS NEXT Pro, USL and Division I levels, John Hackworth became just the seventh head coach in the 105-year history of the Navy men’s soccer program Dec. 5th, 2025. We sit down with the new head man to chat about his goals, expectations and his plan to engage the Soccer Alumni. We talk big names "Hack" has coached through the years. DeMarcus Beasley, Landon Donovan...and David Beckham! Don't worry, there wasn't enough time in the interview for some extensive Manchester United talk, but we have a great conversation about how and why the legendary coach chose to come to Annapolis. Let's just say that having a chance to develop the future leaders of America was too good to pass up. Coming back for the Men's Soccer Reunion weekend April 10-11? You should. Coach Hack and program need your support. Enjoy the Pod. Go Navy! Beat Army!