The United Soccer Coaches Podcast with Dean Linke

The United Soccer Coaches Podcast - May 28, 2026

The United Soccer Coaches Podcast with Dean Linke returns this week with a World Cup Special previewing the road to 2026! Joining the conversation: Paul Marco — Director of Education, United Soccer Coaches Paul Kennedy — Editor in Chief, Soccer America Nicole Hercules — Founder & CEO, Rochester City Soccer League Sasho Cirovski — Head Coach, Maryland Men’s Soccer Don’t miss this discussion on the global game, player development, and the excitement building toward the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup.

The United Soccer Coaches Podcast - April 30, 2026

The United Soccer Coaches Podcast returns Thursday with a must-listen episode. Dave Simeone on World Cup webinars & summer learning Alex Adams on Keiser’s championship season Colin Schmidt from America SCORES Marcelo Balboa with insight + USMNT stories John DeBenedictis and his message to all coaches before the World Cup. Tune in for a quick hit of insight and inspiration on the road to 2026.

The United Soccer Coaches Podcast - March 26, 2026

The United Soccer Coaches Podcast returned this week with our March episode – Get ready for fresh insights and conversations from across the game featuring: Carla Overbeck – Former USWNT Player and Duke Women’s Coach, Kyle Dezotell – Tufts Men’s Head Coach and DIII National Champions and Staff of the Year, Jim Conlon – WashU Women’s Head Coach and DIII National Champions and Staff of the Year, and David Murray – Award winning journalist and author of Soccer Dad [https://writing-boots.com/david-murray-soccer-dad/].

The United Soccer Coaches Podcast - February 19, 2026

Join host Dean Linke as he sits down with DII National Champions and United Soccer Coaches Division II Staff of the Year, Head Coaches Michael Meachum (Midwestern State Men’s) and Katy Freels (Florida Tech Women’s). Plus, hear a powerful story from Evan Johnson and his connection to the United Soccer Coaches Foundation, and a conversation with Kim Crabbe — the first African American woman to play for the United States Women's national soccer team and her new adventures. Listen now and be inspired by the leaders shaping our game!

The United Soccer Coaches Podcast - January 22, 2026

We’re wrapping up an unforgettable 2026 United Soccer Coaches Convention 🎉 In this episode, Dean Linke recaps the biggest moments and voices from the event, including: Jeff Farnsworth 2025 Honor Award Winner, Insights from Greg Davidson, VP of Membership & Communities DI National Champions - Doug Allison — Furman (Men) Brian Pensky — Florida State (Women) From leadership and community to championship culture, this episode captures what makes the convention special.