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Chats with Jacks - Episode 7 - TOPSoccer at Independence Soccer

In this episode of Chats with Jacks, we sit down with Chris Bradley (Director of TOPSoccer), Jay Lockhart (South TOPSoccer Lead), and Gus Katinas (TOPSoccer Buddy) to explore US Youth Soccer’s TOPSoccer outreach program. Learn about the program’s mission, its impact, the vital role of buddies, and why inclusive soccer matters. * Watch full interviews on our YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiMVrqpmsb2_pg6Tehr4yIe8ypSSQ1NM7] * Learn more about Independence Soccer [https://www.independencesoccer.club/] * Follow us on social media [https://qrco.de/bcTxw2] #theindependenceway #chatswithjacks #culturecounts #youthsoccer

Chats with Jacks - Episode 6 - Journey as a Goalkeeper

In our next episode of Chats with Jacks, we sit down with Blythe Clark, Riley Pickles, and Grayson Marlow from our Goalkeeping Program. They're interviewed by our Director of Coaching - Goalkeeping, Matt Brown.  Tune in to hear how they got started as goalkeepers, what they love about the position, and some of their favorite memories from the field.  * Watch full interviews on our YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiMVrqpmsb2_pg6Tehr4yIe8ypSSQ1NM7] * Learn more about Independence Soccer [https://www.independencesoccer.club/] * Follow us on social media [https://qrco.de/bcTxw2] #theindependenceway #chatswithjacks #culturecounts #youthsoccer

Chats with Jacks - Episode 5 - The Recreation Experience

In this episode of Chats with Jacks, Barry Slagle, Director of Recreation for Charlotte Independence Soccer Club, interviews two recreational players, Zoey and Julia, along with their coach, Bill Hart. They share their personal experiences in the recreation program, discussing how it has influenced their development, confidence, and love for soccer. Tune in to hear their stories and gain insight into the positive impact of our Recreation program and volunteer coaches. #theindependenceway #chatswithjacks #youth #soccer * Watch full interviews on our YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiMVrqpmsb2_pg6Tehr4yIe8ypSSQ1NM7] * Learn more about Independence Soccer [https://www.independencesoccer.club/] * Follow us on social media [https://qrco.de/bcTxw2] #theindependenceway #chatswithjacks #culturecounts #youthsoccer

Chats with Jacks - Episode 4 - The Independence Way, Culture

This next episode of Chats with Jacks focuses on The Independence Way, Culture. Independence Soccer staff get into an in-depth conversation about the clubs' values, identity, development process, training philosophy, performance analysis, player feedback, player/parent education, coaching education, and the player pathway. Episode Features: - Colin Gibson, Boys Director of Coaching - North - Darren Warham, Director for Boys ECNL (Elite Clubs National League) - John Cullen, Director of Coaching - Girls ECNL Academy - Jeff Bilyk, Director of Coaching - ECNL Academy - Thomas Finlay, CEO - Kalla Stark, Girls Director of Coaching - South and York County - Neil Roberts, Director of Soccer * Watch full interviews on our YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiMVrqpmsb2_pg6Tehr4yIe8ypSSQ1NM7] * Learn more about Independence Soccer [https://www.independencesoccer.club/] * Follow us on social media [https://qrco.de/bcTxw2] #theindependenceway #chatswithjacks #culturecounts #youthsoccer

Chats with Jacks - Episode 3 - Member Services

Get to know behind the scenes of our Member Services team and our Registration and League Compliance Director! In this next episode of Chats with Jacks, we will get an inside look on their day-to-day tasks, communication goals, and learn about the benefits of the PlayMetrics app. You can watch the full episode on our YouTube channel. [https://youtu.be/bSZun5kv0og.] This video features:  - Terina Cullen, Director of Member Services - Brittany Brown, Member Services Director of Boys and Girls National Programs - Brian Martinez, Members Services Program Director of the Mooresville and Matthews locations - Debbie Brooks, Director of Registration and League Compliance - Horacio Velasco, Member Services Program Director of York County and Gaston County - Allan Bornkamp, Member Services Program Director for North Mecklenburg * Watch full interviews on our YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiMVrqpmsb2_pg6Tehr4yIe8ypSSQ1NM7] * Learn more about Independence Soccer [https://www.independencesoccer.club/] * Follow us on social media [https://qrco.de/bcTxw2] #theindependenceway #chatswithjacks #culturecounts #youthsoccer