Monarch Nation! In this episode of In the Lion’s Den, Mike and Aaron sit down with ODU Men’s Soccer Head Coach Tennant McVea for an in-depth conversation about the season’s highs and lows. From tough road trips and last-minute heartbreaks to leadership, discipline, and building momentum at home — Coach McVea keeps it real about where the program stands and where it’s headed.

⚽ Topics include:

- Lessons learned from September matches

- Mental lapses, execution, and finishing strong

- Road struggles vs. Lehigh, Georgia Southern, and Georgia State

- Reflections on officiating and discipline

- The importance of leadership and role players

- What to expect against Coastal Carolina at The Den

If you’re a Monarch fan, this is a can’t-miss episode full of insight and fire. Grab your Hudson Blue and let’s get ready for Friday night, 7PM!

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⏱️ Chapters

00:00 – Intro: NIL Collective & Welcome Back

01:00 – Setting the Tone vs. VCU

02:00 – Mental Lapses & Execution Challenges

05:00 – Road Games: Lehigh & Georgia Southern

07:00 – Defensive Inconsistencies & Lessons Learned

10:00 – Georgia Southern Red Card Controversy

13:00 – Big Win at William & Mary

15:00 – Shot Creation vs. Finishing Ruthlessly

17:00 – Rollercoaster Results & Coming Home

19:00 – Discipline, Standards & Locker Room Message

20:00 – Emerging Leaders & Team Culture

23:00 – Lessons from ODU Legends & Leadership Stories

25:00 – No Egos Allowed: Building the Right Team

27:00 – Ownership, Accountability & Program Direction

28:00 – Scouting Coastal Carolina

29:30 – Closing: Call to Monarch Nation