Footy with Friends

In this week's Extra Time episode, Brady and Mike dive deep to discuss Juventus, Liverpool, the balance of competing for the UEFA Champions League and domestic honors, Weston McKennie, and much more. 

Mike Tringali Bio:
https://uofrathletics.com/sports/mens-soccer/roster/coaches/michael-tringali/1163

University of Rochester Men's Soccer:
https://uofrathletics.com/sports/mens-soccer

Brady and Tommy discuss the evolution of soccer tactics and the impact of their education at the youth level.  Then, Tommy challenges Brady to fix the Liverpool tailspin. Finally, a couple recommendations for footy documentaries.

This week Brady connects with vice president and co-founder of ScoutingZone, Brooke Kentera. First, the two break down what recruiting looks like during a pandemic and the creative ways ScoutingZone was able to pivot and refine their approach (3:50). Then, Brooke takes a look back to recap the founding of the company and the obstacles faced along the way to becoming a leader in the industry (14:24). Finally, Brooke and Brady assess the ever-changing landscape of youth soccer and the growing need for services like ScoutingZone (26:43).

Brooke Kentera Bio

Scouting Zone Website

Footy Friends Team Blog

This week brady chats with Mike Tringali, his fellow assistant coach at the University of Rochester.  First, Mike breaks down what qualities make for a top goalkeeper at any level (3:29). Then, Brady and Mike discuss some of the best goalkeepers from the United States and abroad (23:11). Finally, Mike provides some stellar book recs for the footy book worms (33:45).

Mike Tringali Bio:
https://uofrathletics.com/sports/mens-soccer/roster/coaches/michael-tringali/1163

University of Rochester Men's Soccer:
https://uofrathletics.com/sports/mens-soccer

Mike's Book Recs:
The Hard Hat: 21 Ways to Be a Great Teammate by Jon Gordon

The Keeper: A Life of Saving Goals and Achieving Them by Tim Howard

Footy Friends BookShop:
https://bookshop.org/shop/footy

Footy Friends Team Blog:
https://www.footyfriendsteam.com

This week Brady connects with Tommy Park, the Executive Director for Alexandria Soccer Association. First, the two discuss the University of Mary Washington coaching tree before Tommy breaks down the obstacles to the pay-to-play youth soccer model (3:10). Then, they discuss the anticipated growth of soccer in next 10 years (27:58). Finally, Tommy previews what youth soccer will look like in 2021 as players return-to-play (49:50).

Alexandria Soccer Association
https://alexandria-soccer.org/

University of Mary Washington Men's Soccer
https://umweagles.com/sports/msoc/index

Footy Friends Team Blog
https://www.footyfriendsteam.com/

Footy Friends BookShop
https://bookshop.org/shop/footy

This week Brady hosts Kathryn Rowe, the Mental Skills Coordinator for the Baltimore Orioles Minor League System. First, Kathryn recaps the work done to continue mental skills training during a pandemic (3:05). Then, a breakdown of the few most imperative skills to hone for athletes and coaches (28:08). Finally, Kathryn provides a treasure trove of book recommendations (40:20).

Kathryn's Books Recs:
Dare to Lead by Brene Brown

Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck

Legacy by James Kerr

The Inner Game of Tennis: The Classic Guide to the Mental Side of Peak Performance by W. Timothy Gallwey

Heads-Up Baseball: Playing the Game One Pitch at a Time by Ken Ravizza

This week Brady touches base with college soccer coach David Yates of the University of Mary Washington. First, Brady ponders greatness in world soccer and explains that 2021 Bayern Munich might be the best team of their era (0:10). Then, David weighs in on Arsenal FC and what should be the realistic targets of their season (14:13). Finally, the pair dive into all things college soccer: the life of a coach, DI vs DIII, best player ever coached, the state of recruiting, and more (25:35).

David Yates bio

UMW Men's Soccer website

David's Book Rec: Zonal Marking by Michael W. Cox

Brady's Book Rec: A Tournament Frozen in Time: The Wonderful Randomness of the European Cup Winners Cup by Steven Scragg

This week Brady connects with longtime pal Zack Novia. First, Brady dives deep into the anticipated FIFA Club World Cup reformatting and what's at stake in this year's competition (1:25). Then, Zack shares what it's like working for a professional soccer team, Orange County Soccer Club, and the progressive moves his team have made to grow their brand during the pandemic (10:00). Finally, the two share some Netflix recommendations that have been holding them over during quarantine (57:44).

The coaching carousel has Brady comparing Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Steve Kerr, as well as the Canadian Football League and the Scottish Premiership. The big news this week comes from the National Women's Soccer League and a global superstar who decided to invest in a franchise. This could turn out to be good for the entire sport. Finally, Brady shares his live Larkin-on-Liverpool commentary from the West Ham vs Liverpool match on January 31st.

Catch up on the West Ham vs Liverpool highlights here: https://youtu.be/RsGHiJbIv28

On this week's episode Brady connects with University of Lynchburg coach Josh Hinkle. First, Brady weighs in on some disappointing results in Larkin-on-Liverpool and previews a title match this weekend (0:55). Then, Josh and Brady make sense of the ongoing turmoil at Chelsea FC (6:27). Finally, it's into the college soccer season, what changes were made during a pandemic, and the path forward this spring (19:52).