I Hate Soccer with Jason Collinsworth

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Cliff Brandmier is the assistant women's soccer coach at the University of Toledo after stints at the University of Detroit and Western Michigan University.Support the show!Join I Hate Soccer on Patreon, where you'll receive early access to full episodes of the I Hate Soccer podcast and Bonus Episodes!https://patreon.com/IHateSoccer?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkIf you're a parent looking to get advice from Jason, check out this link!https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScl-WLYamI6VuZdxJ4xuZX5cJ9y6jHlisRHdLINCZNXhpRo9Q/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=115352094533930028473Athlete Narrative!Every day that goes by without you reaching out to coaches… is a day another athlete gets ahead.  Athlete Narrative is the easiest way to flip the script.  Hit this link and save $10/month!https://therecruiter.athletenarrative.com/ihatesoccer1?am_id=ihatesoccerArt of Being RecruitedPlayMakerTraining.com/recruitedGRPZ Soccer Socks!Grpzsoccer.com get 15% off any orders when you use promo code ihatesoccerSalt Athletic!Get 10% off your order at Salt Athletic by hitting the link below!https://saltathletic.com/?ref=IhatesoccerSupport the show

Steve Shelton is the head women's coach at the University of Detroit MercySupport the show!Join I Hate Soccer on Patreon, where you'll receive early access to full episodes of the I Hate Soccer podcast and Bonus Episodes!https://patreon.com/IHateSoccer?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkIf you're a parent looking to get advice from Jason, check out this link!https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScl-WLYamI6VuZdxJ4xuZX5cJ9y6jHlisRHdLINCZNXhpRo9Q/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=115352094533930028473Athlete Narrative!Every day that goes by without you reaching out to coaches… is a day another athlete gets ahead.  Athlete Narrative is the easiest way to flip the script.  Hit this link and save $10/month!https://therecruiter.athletenarrative.com/ihatesoccer1?am_id=ihatesoccerArt of Being RecruitedPlayMakerTraining.com/recruitedGRPZ Soccer Socks!Grpzsoccer.com get 15% off any orders when you use promo code ihatesoccerSalt Athletic!Get 10% off your order at Salt Athletic by hitting the link below!https://saltathletic.com/?ref=IhatesoccerSupport the show

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Mike Scobie is the Girls Academy Director for the Michigan Jaguars.  He's been with the club for nearly 30 years and we discuss the growth of the club over the years.Support the show!Join I Hate Soccer on Patreon, where you'll receive early access to full episodes of the I Hate Soccer podcast and Bonus Episodes!https://patreon.com/IHateSoccer?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkIf you're a parent looking to get advice from Jason, check out this link!https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScl-WLYamI6VuZdxJ4xuZX5cJ9y6jHlisRHdLINCZNXhpRo9Q/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=115352094533930028473Athlete Narrative!Every day that goes by without you reaching out to coaches… is a day another athlete gets ahead.  Athlete Narrative is the easiest way to flip the script.  Hit this link and save $10/month!https://therecruiter.athletenarrative.com/ihatesoccer1?am_id=ihatesoccerArt of Being RecruitedPlayMakerTraining.com/recruitedGRPZ Soccer Socks!Grpzsoccer.com get 15% off any orders when you use promo code ihatesoccerSalt Athletic!Get 10% off your order at Salt Athletic by hitting the link below!https://saltathletic.com/?ref=IhatesoccerSupport the show

Mike Aubry is the Executive Director of Greater Toledo Football Club located in Toledo, Ohio.Support the show!Join I Hate Soccer on Patreon, where you'll receive early access to full episodes of the I Hate Soccer podcast and Bonus Episodes!https://patreon.com/IHateSoccer?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkIf you're a parent looking to get advice from Jason, check out this link!https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScl-WLYamI6VuZdxJ4xuZX5cJ9y6jHlisRHdLINCZNXhpRo9Q/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=115352094533930028473Athlete Narrative!Every day that goes by without you reaching out to coaches… is a day another athlete gets ahead.  Athlete Narrative is the easiest way to flip the script.  Hit this link and save $10/month!https://therecruiter.athletenarrative.com/ihatesoccer1?am_id=ihatesoccerArt of Being RecruitedPlayMakerTraining.com/recruitedGRPZ Soccer Socks!Grpzsoccer.com get 15% off any orders when you use promo code ihatesoccerSalt Athletic!Get 10% off your order at Salt Athletic by hitting the link below!https://saltathletic.com/?ref=IhatesoccerSupport the show

John Arndt is the founder, and head coach of Troy City Women's Football Club in Troy, Michigan.  He is also the owner of John Arndt Training.Support the show!Join I Hate Soccer on Patreon, where you'll receive early access to full episodes of the I Hate Soccer podcast and Bonus Episodes!https://patreon.com/IHateSoccer?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkIf you're a parent looking to get advice from Jason, check out this link!https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScl-WLYamI6VuZdxJ4xuZX5cJ9y6jHlisRHdLINCZNXhpRo9Q/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=115352094533930028473Athlete Narrative!Every day that goes by without you reaching out to coaches… is a day another athlete gets ahead.  Athlete Narrative is the easiest way to flip the script.  Hit this link and save $10/month!https://therecruiter.athletenarrative.com/ihatesoccer1?am_id=ihatesoccerArt of Being RecruitedPlayMakerTraining.com/recruitedGRPZ Soccer Socks!Grpzsoccer.com get 15% off any orders when you use promo code ihatesoccerSalt Athletic!Get 10% off your order at Salt Athletic by hitting the link below!https://saltathletic.com/?ref=IhatesoccerSupport the show

Andrew and Mirnes are a part of the Blackhawks Sports Club in Troy, Michigan.  They have secured their own indoor training facility before they even put teams together.Support the show

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Dan Trosper is the owner of 7 Peaks Soccer Training.  Train with 7 Peaks!https://www.sevenpeakssoccertraining.comSupport the show!Join I Hate Soccer on Patreon, where you'll receive early access to full episodes of the I Hate Soccer podcast and Bonus Episodes!https://patreon.com/IHateSoccer?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkIf you're a parent looking to get advice from Jason, check out this link!https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScl-WLYamI6VuZdxJ4xuZX5cJ9y6jHlisRHdLINCZNXhpRo9Q/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=115352094533930028473Athlete Narrative!Every day that goes by without you reaching out to coaches… is a day another athlete gets ahead.  Athlete Narrative is the easiest way to flip the script.  Hit this link and save $10/month!https://therecruiter.athletenarrative.com/ihatesoccer1?am_id=ihatesoccerArt of Being RecruitedPlayMakerTraining.com/recruitedGRPZ Soccer Socks!Grpzsoccer.com get 15% off any orders when you use promo code ihatesoccerSalt Athletic!Get 10% off your order at Salt Athletic by hitting the link below!https://saltathletic.com/?ref=IhatesoccerSupport the show

Lewis Robinson is the head women's soccer coach at Western Michigan University where they are Back2Back MAC Tournament Champs as well as the 3 time defending regular season champ!  He is also the executive director at Midwest United where their top teams compete in the MLS Next Homegrown, and the Girls Academy!Join I Hate Soccer on Patreon, where you'll receive early access to full episodes of the I Hate Soccer podcast and Bonus Episodes!https://patreon.com/IHateSoccer?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkIf you're a parent looking to get advice from Jason, check out this link!https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScl-WLYamI6VuZdxJ4xuZX5cJ9y6jHlisRHdLINCZNXhpRo9Q/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=115352094533930028473Athlete Narrative!Every day that goes by without you reaching out to coaches… is a day another athlete gets ahead.  Athlete Narrative is the easiest way to flip the script.  Hit this link and save $10/month!https://therecruiter.athletenarrative.com/ihatesoccer1?am_id=ihatesoccerArt of Being RecruitedPlayMakerTraining.com/recruitedGRPZ Soccer Socks!Grpzsoccer.com get 15% off any orders when you use promo code ihatesoccerSalt Athletic!Get 10% off your order at Salt Athletic by hitting the link below!https://saltathletic.com/?ref=IhatesoccerSupport the show

Steve Clark is a retired American professional goalkeeper from Mason, Michigan, best known in Major League Soccer for long stints with Columbus Crew, Portland Timbers, and Houston Dynamo FC. A former walk-on at Oakland University, he later became an MLS Cup finalist and surpassed 50 league shutouts during a more than decade-long pro career.Once a month starting in March, 2026, I'll be doing a show specific to the Michigan Jags called the Jags Show or the Jaguars Show.  Each episode will be uploaded every third Thursday of each month.Join I Hate Soccer on Patreon, where you'll receive early access to full episodes of the I Hate Soccer podcast and Bonus Episodes!https://patreon.com/IHateSoccer?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkIf you're a parent looking to get advice from Jason, check out this link!https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScl-WLYamI6VuZdxJ4xuZX5cJ9y6jHlisRHdLINCZNXhpRo9Q/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=115352094533930028473Athlete Narrative!Every day that goes by without you reaching out to coaches… is a day another athlete gets ahead.  Athlete Narrative is the easiest way to flip the script.  Hit this link and save $10/month!https://therecruiter.athletenarrative.com/ihatesoccer1?am_id=ihatesoccerArt of Being RecruitedPlayMakerTraining.com/recruitedGRPZ Soccer Socks!Grpzsoccer.com get 15% off any orders when you use promo code ihatesoccerSalt Athletic!Get 10% off your order at Salt Athletic by hitting the link below!https://saltathletic.com/?ref=IhatesoccerSupport the show

David Robertson is the ECNL Girls Director at Nationals Soccer ClubIf you're a parent looking to get advice from Jason, check out this link!https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScl-WLYamI6VuZdxJ4xuZX5cJ9y6jHlisRHdLINCZNXhpRo9Q/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=115352094533930028473Athlete Narrative!Every day that goes by without you reaching out to coaches… is a day another athlete gets ahead.  Athlete Narrative is the easiest way to flip the script.  Hit this link and save $10/month!https://therecruiter.athletenarrative.com/ihatesoccer1?am_id=ihatesoccerArt of Being RecruitedPlayMakerTraining.com/recruitedGRPZ Soccer Socks!Grpzsoccer.com get 15% off any orders when you use promo code ihatesoccerSalt Athletic!Get 10% off your order at Salt Athletic by hitting the link below!https://saltathletic.com/?ref=IhatesoccerSupport the show

Gianna Tuzzolino is a sophomore at the University of Kentucky, a former ECNL athlete with the Western New York Flash as well as a PlayMaker Training athlete.Athlete Narrative!Every day that goes by without you reaching out to coaches… is a day another athlete gets ahead.  Athlete Narrative is the easiest way to flip the script.  Hit this link and save $10/month!https://therecruiter.athletenarrative.com/ihatesoccer1?am_id=ihatesoccerArt of Being RecruitedPlayMakerTraining.com/recruitedGRPZ Soccer Socks!Grpzsoccer.com get 15% off any orders when you use promo code ihatesoccerSalt Athletic!Get 10% off your order at Salt Athletic by hitting the link below!https://saltathletic.com/?ref=IhatesoccerSupport the show

Doug Steinard is the new women's head coach at Wayne State University for their inaugural season.  He is also a staff coach at Michigan Jaguars where he is involved with the MLSNext, GA Aspire, and Women's semi-pro team.Athlete Narrative!Every day that goes by without you reaching out to coaches… is a day another athlete gets ahead.  Athlete Narrative is the easiest way to flip the script.  Hit this link and save $10/month!https://therecruiter.athletenarrative.com/ihatesoccer1?am_id=ihatesoccerArt of Being RecruitedPlayMakerTraining.com/recruitedGRPZ Soccer Socks!Grpzsoccer.com get 15% off any orders when you use promo code ihatesoccerSalt Athletic!Get 10% off your order at Salt Athletic by hitting the link below!https://saltathletic.com/?ref=IhatesoccerSupport the show

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Paul Tinnion is the Club Executive Director of the Michigan Jaguars.Art of Being RecruitedPlayMakerTraining.com/recruitedGRPZ Soccer Socks!Grpzsoccer.com get 15% off any orders when you use promo code ihatesoccerSalt Athletic!Get 10% off your order at Salt Athletic by hitting the link below!https://saltathletic.com/?ref=IhatesoccerSupport the show

Steve Walker is a MLSNext Head Coach for Vardar Soccer Club, the associate head coach of Northwood University Mens Soccer program, as well as head coach of USL2 club Oakland County FC.Art of Being RecruitedPlayMakerTraining.com/recruitedGRPZ Soccer Socks!Grpzsoccer.com get 15% off any orders when you use promo code ihatesoccerSalt Athletic!Get 10% off your order at Salt Athletic by hitting the link below!https://saltathletic.com/?ref=IhatesoccerSupport the show

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Will Malott, is the new academy director at Buffalo Pro Soccer after stints at Phoenix Rising and Sporting Kansas City!Support the show

Mark Shields is the CEO of Taka.  Taka is a data and analysis driven software that helps youth and college soccer coaches find trends, tendencies, and identification of the top players in the world!GRPZsoccer.com Use promo code IHateSoccer for 15% offSupport the show

Regan Moore is a freshman at Mercer University and Paige Szymanski is a freshman at Arkansas.  Both played their youth soccer in the ECNL with the Western New York Flash.FanaticsFanatics is the place to get all of your favorite teams merch.Franklin SportsGet all your soccer equipment at Franklin SportsKansas City Chiefs Pro ShopI'm a diehard Kansas City Chiefs fan and get all of my gear here!47' BrandThe preferred hat of the I Hate Soccer PodcastDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Stan Anderson is the founder of Camp Shutout.  The largest goalkeeper camp in the United States.Support the show

Jordan Allen is the U16 Head Coach for Real Salt Lake academy that plays in the MLSNext.  He also played for Real Salt Lake as well as the University of Virginia, and the U20 United States Mens National Team where he played in the U20 World Cup.Support the show

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Fred Lipka is the Vice President and Technical Director of Player Development at Major League Soccer, where he oversees youth and player development initiatives across the league. In this role, he has been a key architect of MLS’s academy and coaching education structures, helping design pathways and programs intended to produce the next generation of professional players and coaches in North America.To become a sponsor of I Hate Soccer, please email [email protected] the show

Sam Watts runs Special Teams Academy, a private training program focused on kicking, punting, and mentoring athletes, with more than three decades of coaching experience. He promotes year‑round specialist training and works with athletes from youth through professional levels.Support the show

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James Blankenship is currently active in the Buffalo, NY soccer community as a coach and director. He serves as the head coach for the Niagara University Women's Club Soccer team and is also the Director of Coaching (DOC) for Buffalo Rush, a competitive youth soccer club in the area.Support the show

Nate Huckle is a mental performance coach that works with over 600 athletes that focuses primarily on confidence, self-awareness, mindfulness, and stress-response. His philosophy of strengthening a client’s self-image helps athletes find greater consistency and enjoyment in performance, while also enhancing overall well-being.Join the "I Hate Soccer Parents" private community where parents share their stories of how they navigated the youth soccer landscape!https://www.skool.com/i-hate-soccer-parents-4726/about?ref=6dc92e58b9634c3e84faf8c79d85fedcSupport the show

Support the recovery efforts in Jamaica!https://www.gofundme.com/f/restoring-hope-for-families-affected-by-hurricane-melissaSupport the show

Rory Charcholla is the MLSNext Academy Director at RNYFC located in Rochester, New York.Support the show

Kevin Tapchom is the founder of Evolution Soccer Training in Michigan and played collegiate soccer at the University of Detroit Mercy. Support the show

Brooks Laimbeer is a co-founder of We Are Soccer, a media platform dedicated to engaging and informing soccer fans across the U.S.  He is also a scout for The Soccer Syndicate that focuses on scouting youth talent for MLS and USL Academies.Support the show

Nate Holler is the assistant coach with the women’s soccer program at Buffalo State University as well as a staff coach for the Western New York Flash. Support the show

Andy Stoots was named head coach of the Ball State women’s soccer program on March 11, 2025, bringing experience from his previous roles as associate head coach at Missouri and assistant positions at Louisville and Minnesota. If you're a soccer parent that listens to the show and would like to join our I Hate Soccer Parent Member community to discuss all things youth soccer, email [email protected]!Support the show

Paul Klopfer is a former Division 1 soccer player and recently started his own training company The Training Pitch, where he works with teams and small groups in Buffalo, New York. Support the show

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Primo Giammusso is a young entrepreneur and a former youth soccer player in Western New York.  He is the founder of Primo Lighting and Sound located in Buffalo, New York.Support the show

Dan Raben is a former colleague of mine from the state of Michigan where we coached in the states ODP program.  Dan, a graduate of Michigan State (GO GREEN!) has had coaching stints in Michigan with the TNT Dynamite, in Virginia with Loudon Soccer Club, and now with LAFC So Cal Youth.Join our Confidence Challenge!  If you are a player, parent, or coach trying to navigate the youth soccer landscape let me help you and join our 3-virtual call challenge and figure it all out! PlayMakerTraining.com/confidenceSupport the show

Andy McDermott is a former professional soccer player in the USL, a philanthropist that's raised over 35 million dollars, and an actor.  PlayMakerTraining.com/confidenceSupport the show

Ryan DiNunzio is currently a director for the Buffalo Pro Soccer Academy.  He played professionally from 2002 to 2007 across USL leagues, including stints with Rochester Raging Rhinos, Western Mass Pioneers, and Charlotte Eagles.  After his playing career, he transitioned into coaching and development roles—serving as assistant coach for collegiate programs like UNC Charlotte and Pfeiffer University, and later moving into youth development and program leadership in Western New York, including roles with FC Buffalo Youth Academy and Algonquin Sports for Kids.Join the Confidence Challenge!  PlayMakerTraining.com/confidenceSupport the show

Jim Kielbaso is a strength and conditioning coach, author, and speaker known for his work in athletic performance and youth sports development. He is the Director of the International Youth Conditioning Association (IYCA) and the owner of Impact Sports Performance in Michigan.Join the Confidence Challenge!PlayMakerTraining.com/confidenceSupport the show

Izzy Schmidt is heading into her junior year at Niagara University where she plays on the women's soccer team.  Izzy has been a PlayMaker Training athlete since 2017.  She played at the Western New York Flash on the 05' ECNL RL.  She was also a standout in high school at Williamsville North High School where she earned New York Third Team All-State.Support the show

Alexi Lalas is a former U.S. men’s national team defender who earned 96 caps and gained fame as one of the first American players to compete in Italy’s Serie A with Padova, before returning home to win the 2002 MLS Cup with LA Galaxy. After retiring he held executive roles in MLS and became a long‑time soccer studio analyst for ESPN and later Fox Sports, earning a Hall of Fame induction in 2006.Support the show

Carissima Cutrona is a standout women’s soccer player from Williamsville, New York, who starred at the University at Buffalo—earning multiple All‑MAC honors, Academic All‑District recognition, and finishing her UB career as one of the program’s all‑time leaders in goals and assists. After collegiate play, she continued professionally—captaining FC Buffalo in United Women’s Soccer and signing with Norway’s Medkila IL in the Norwegian First Division.  She is currently a staff coach with Jason Collinsworth at PlayMaker Training and the head women's varsity coach at her alma mater Williamsville South.FanaticsFanatics is the place to get all of your favorite teams merch.Franklin SportsGet all your soccer equipment at Franklin SportsKansas City Chiefs Pro ShopI'm a diehard Kansas City Chiefs fan and get all of my gear here!47' BrandThe preferred hat of the I Hate Soccer PodcastDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Collin Rehwaldt is going into his junior year at Mercyhurst University.  He has been a PlayMaker Training athlete with Jason Collinsworth since 2015.  Collin played his club ball in the DA/MLSNEXT with RNYFC as well as in the Boys ECNL with the Western New York Flash.Support the show

AJ Zarcone spent his youth soccer career with GPS NY and RNYFC in the MLSNEXT.  He has been a PlayMaker Training athlete with Jason Collinsworth since 2016 and is headed into his junior year at Canisius University in Buffalo, New York.  Across his freshman and sophomore seasons at Canisius, he started every match, logged over 1,300 minutes each year, earned MAAC All‑Academic Team honors, and was recognized as a CSC Academic All‑District honoree .Support AJ through his NIL Gear!https://athletesthread.com/pages/athlete/aj-zarcone-canisius-university-ncaa-mens-soccerWork with Jason!PlayMakerTraining.comSupport the show