Because Football
BookmarkAndrew Baggaley
Because Football is a sports podcast hosted by Andrew Baggaley. It has 112 episodes, with the latest published April 2026.
The Because Football Podcast is all about uncovering the heart of football through individual journeys and community histories shaped by the beautiful game. We talk with leaders, decision makers, and creatives in the football /soccer industry to discuss their paths and insights they've learned along the way.The Because Football Podcast is hosted by Andrew Baggaley. Since January 2024, Andrew has travelled the world to explore soccer cultures and communities in 20 countries. Originally from Philadelphia, he has had a lifelong fascination with the game as a player, coach, and fan.
sports ·en ·112 episodes
Here's How You Can Monetize Your Sports Brand: Content Strategy and Actionable Framework | Ellie Wookey, Press Upload
From Indoor Soccer to the Super Bowl: Lessons in Fan Experience | Mike Harmon
Why I Needed to Write a Soccer Book for Children | Carlos Mojica
Why Soccer Clubs Need to Invest in Philanthropy to Succeed as a Business | Noah Toumert, Cleveland Pro Soccer
Building a Soccer Club for People to Care About | Brad Stith, CEO of AC Boise
Working in Pro Football & Growing LALIGA in North America | Santiago Lucio
Growing a Soccer Club with Influencer Marketing | Prerna Aneja, San Jose Earthquakes
How MLS Marketers Define Their Club's Story | Sandra Moore, Sporting KC
Navigating Constant Change in Sports Tech Business | Paul Boanas
How Pro Soccer Clubs can Boost Attendance and Revenue | Jim McCarthy
Adding AI to Your Soccer Club's Content Strategy | Isabel Freedman
Winning in American Pro Soccer with Brand, Stories, and Trust | Greg Lalas
Why Soccer is the Sport of the Internet | Shawn Francis, COPA90
How to Become a Professional Football Agent: FIFA Exams to Personal Values | John Viola
The Business of Soccer Media: Creators, Brands, and a Culture of Belonging | Simon Evans
How to Get Your Soccer Club More Attention | Forrest Tucker
Covering Soccer Before America Cared: NASL, MLS, and 8 World Cups | Frank Dell’Apa
Helping Soccer Clubs (and Parents) Tell Their Story | Hanna Howard, CEO of Rematch US
Purpose & Passion on a Wild Journey in Football | Jason Heaton, Chairman of Kernow FA & CONIFA Global Ambassador
What I’ve Learned About North American Soccer in the Last 6 Months | Andrew Baggaley, Because Football Media Host
What truly is fan engagement in professional football? Transparency, Dialogue, and Governance | Kevin Rye, Think Fan Engagement
Why This Soccer Club Owner WANTS Pro/Rel in the US | Brett Johnson, Rhode Island FC and Ipswich Town FC
Growing Soccer with Promotion / Relegation in the United States | Justin Papadakis, Chief Real Estate Officer at USL
How to Set Records in Pro Soccer by Focusing on Community | Dan Rutstein, Orange County Soccer Club
The Power of Storytelling for Non-Profits | Catalina Dunn, Soccer in the Streets
A Life of Football Coaching (Almost) Everywhere in the World | Nicholas De-Long, Head of Football
Maximizing World Cup Impact | Jonathan Todd, Philadelphia 2026 World Cup Host Committee
Sunday League to USL 2 / WPSL Club | Sunflower State FC
Coaching for Excellence & Community in Iowa | Charlie Latshaw, Des Moines Menace
Building Community Soccer Programs and Sharing the Story | Rachel Jolley
Why Community Connection is Key to Club Success in American Soccer | Eleni Hitchcock, General Manager of USL 2 Club
Footy as a Reason to Explore the World | Colin Martin, The Footy Travelers
Founding and Running a USL 2 Club | Ira Jersey, Real Central NJ
How American Soccer Clubs Live (or Don't!) on Marketing | Ryan Shaffer, VP of Marketing, Pittsburgh Riverhounds
Making Game Days the Best Days | Nick Manske, Philadelphia Union & Street FC
Pro/Rel in America - Utopia or Naive Hype? | Jeremy Alumbaugh, USL Championship President
Creating Community Through Pick Up Soccer | Monica Rojas
How Stories Shape American Soccer Community and Culture | Garret James Hokr of Gotham FC
How to Set Attendance Records in Lower League Soccer | Kaitlyn McComb, Director of Ticket Sales for the Annapolis Blues
A New Vision for the New York Cosmos | Erik Stover, CEO
Courageous Leadership in Professional Football | Matt Hancock, CEO of Port Vale Football Club
New Documentary Series Announcement, Club World Cup Review, and MORE! with Host Andrew Baggaley
Doing Good Can Be Good Business for Football Clubs | Jan Twete, VfL Wolfsburg
Icarus Cup Series EP 7 | YerbaCrew
Marketing and Mission for Success in MLS Next Pro | Derrall Stalvey, SVP of Strategy at Chattanooga FC
Icarus Cup Series EP 6 | Gritty FC
Revenue Strategies for Grassroots Soccer Clubs | Ben Gunduz, Todos Juegan and ADC MALASAÑA of Spain
Icarus Cup Series EP 5 | Spicy Meatballs FC
Never Seen Before: Building a Brand through Women's Football in Poland | Amanda Moura Pietrzak
Icarus Cup Series EP 4 | Fresh Coast FC
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