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Forge Channel
by Forge AC
Forge Channel is the official podcast of Forge AC—a place where transparency, ideas, accountability, and ambition come together in pursuit of a better future for youth soccer. This podcast exists to provide an inside look at Forge AC: our mission, our values, our philosophy, and our long-term vision. We believe organizations should be willing to explain not only what they do, but why they do it. Whether we're discussing player development, coaching, league decisions, or the future of the club, our goal is to have honest conversations that help our members and the broader soccer community better understand who we are and where we're headed. But Forge Channel is about more than one club. We'll tackle some of the biggest issues facing American youth soccer today. From the national landscape of leagues and development pathways to the challenges of pay-to-play, we'll examine how the game can better serve players and families. We believe talent should neve
Episodes
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Ep. 4: The Man in the Arena: Building a Better Model for American Soccer | José Rodriguez
Some people talk about fixing American soccer. José Rodriguez is actually building something better. In Episode 4 of The Forge Channel, Kristopher Miller sits down with José, the head boys’ soccer coach and a science teacher at Meadowcreek High School in Norcross, Georgia. José led Meadowcreek to...
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Ep. 3: Skip Gilbert & Why American Youth Soccer’s Structure Is Broken | Episode 3
Episode 3 of The Forge Channel features Skip Gilbert — former CEO of U.S. Youth Soccer, former professional player with the Tampa Bay Rowdies, and a longtime executive across American sport. This episode goes deep on one central question: Is American soccer short on talent — or is the structure...
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Ep. 2: Is U.S. Soccer Taking Control of Youth Soccer? | Nik Bushell on MLS NEXT, ECNL & N1
Episode 2 of The Forge Channel features Nik Bushell, Executive Director of the Missouri Youth Soccer Association, for a candid conversation about where American youth soccer is actually heading. Nik has spent roughly 25 years in the youth game, from club leadership with Avalon FC and Missouri…
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Ep. 1: Who Controls Youth Soccer? Nate Shotts on N1, U.S. Soccer and the Club System
Who controls American youth soccer—and what happens when the organizations fighting for control want different things? In Episode 1 of The Forge Channel, Kristopher Miller sits down with Nate Shotts, Executive Director and CEO of the Colorado Soccer Association, for a direct conversation about…
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What is this really about?
What if we've been asking the wrong questions about youth soccer? In this inaugural episode of The Forge Channel, we step back from rankings, badges, leagues, and the endless pursuit of status to explore what really matters. This isn't just a conversation about soccer—it's a conversation about...
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Where Does Forge AC Fit in the National Conversation?
Where Does Forge AC Fit in the National Conversation? Forge AC is entering a new chapter—but what does becoming part of a national platform actually mean? In this episode of Forge Channel, we break down Forge AC's place in the ever-changing landscape of American youth soccer. We'll discuss why...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Forge Channel is the official podcast of Forge AC—a place where transparency, ideas, accountability, and ambition come together in pursuit of a better future for youth soccer.
This podcast exists to provide an inside look at Forge AC: our mission, our values, our philosophy, and our long-term vision. We believe organizations should be willing to explain not only what they do, but why they do it. Whether we're discussing player development, coaching, league decisions, or the future of the club, our goal is to have honest conversations that help our members and the broader soccer community better understand who we are and where we're headed.
But Forge Channel is about more than one club. We'll tackle some of the biggest issues facing American youth soccer today. From the national landscape of leagues and development pathways to the challenges of pay-to-play, we'll examine how the game can better serve players and families. We believe talent should neve
HOSTED BY
Forge AC
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What is Forge Channel about?
Forge Channel is the official podcast of Forge AC—a place where transparency, ideas, accountability, and ambition come together in pursuit of a better future for youth soccer. This podcast exists to provide an inside look at Forge AC: our mission, our values, our philosophy, and our long-term...
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Forge Channel is created and hosted by Forge AC.
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