NC Fusion

NC Fusion

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NC Fusion episodes

  • 32- Coffee Conversations: Burlington

    Join us for another Coffee Conversation as NC Fusion’s CEO, Scott Wollaston, and CXO, Sarah Bridges, discuss all things Fusion while answering member’s FAQs in the time you finish a nice cup of coffee. In this episode, we will be chatting with JP Strachan, Burlington Soccer Club’s Director, as we prepare for the exciting merger between NCF and BSC this summer. During our time together, we will hear about the history of the program, our current partnership and behind-the-scenes-work, and the fun to come ahead. Toss in a few dad jokes and it’s a can’t-miss episode!

    27 min
  • 31 - For Life: Cooper Vandermaas Peeler

    The NC Fusion “For Life” Podcast sponsored by Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is focused on highlighting NC Fusion Alumni. In this podcast we will hear from Cooper Vandermaas Peeler, former player in NC Fusion (as a member of Guilford United Soccer and Burlington Soccer Club), former collegiate player at UNC Chapel Hill and Elon University, and current coach at Burlington Soccer Club. Cooper shares about his soccer journey, his personal journey, and how his experiences have shaped him into being a coach at NC Fusion. 

    24 min
  • 30 - Coffee Conversations: USL-W Team

    Grab a cup of joe and join us for another Coffee Conversation with NC Fusion’s Executive Director, Scott Wollaston, and Chief Experience Officer, Sarah Bridges. In this episode, we focus our attention on our pre-professional women’s program - the NC Fusion USL W team! Joining the conversation is Head Coach, Anthony Suarez. He guides us through all things USL W and what this fantastic, summer program brings to NC Fusion, the community, and even more, how you can support!

    23 min
  • 29 - NC Fusion “For Life” Podcast - Interview with Wells Thompson

    The NC Fusion “For Life” Podcast sponsored by Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is focused on highlighting NC Fusion Alumni. In this podcast we will hear from Wells Thompson, former professional in Major League Soccer, Wake Forest Alum, and NC Fusion (by way of Twin City Soccer) alum who will share about his soccer journey, his personal journey, and how his soccer experiences have shaped what he is doing today through Soccer Resilience.

    23 min
  • 28- Coffee Conversations: Recreation Program

    It’s time for another Coffee Conversation with NC Fusion’s Executive Director, Scott Wollaston, and Chief Experience Officer, Sarah Bridges. Grab your drink of choice and join us as we dive into discussing NC Fusion’s Recreation Program. Jumping on the call is none other than Head of Rec, Andrew Fleming, and we chat through all things that make the rec program what it is – one of the most important programs in our organization.

    32 min
  • 27- Coffee Conversations: United Soccer Coaches’ Convention
    Snag a cup of coffee and join NC Fusion’s Executive Director, Scott Wollaston, and Chief Experience Officer, Sarah Bridges, as they tackle a few of our members’ FAQs. This Coffee Conversation highlights an upcoming January event that is near-and-dear to our soccer coaching staff – the United Soccer Coaches’ Convention: an event where many coaching staff attend to develop, learn, and network. In the time you finish your cup of coffee, you’ll learn what it is, why it’s important, and who all is involved? Joined by Head of Soccer Ops, Kiley Cirillo, we’ll unveil a behind-the-scenes look at the heart of the event. Don’t miss out!
    22 min
  • 25- Coffee Conversations: Coaching Development
    Snag a cup of coffee and join NC Fusion’s Executive Director, Scott Wollaston, and Chief Experience Officer, Sarah Bridges, as they tackle a few of our members’ FAQs. This Coffee Conversation highlights the behind-the-scenes initiatives and resources that are happening to help our coaches continually improve – not only for our athletes, but for themselves. Head of Education, Mark Simpson, joins us and expounds on two specific coaching development initiatives this year: the Mentorship Program and the Coaching Evaluation Process.
    22 min
  • 24 - NC Fusion “For Life” Podcast - Interview with Tanner Beason
    The NC Fusion “For Life” Podcast sponsored by Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is focused on highlighting NC Fusion Alumni.  In this podcast we will hear from Tanner Beason, current Major League Soccer player and NC Fusion alum who will share about his soccer journey, his current experience in Major League Soccer, and how his youth soccer experiences have shaped who he is today.
    19 min
  • 23- Coffee Conversations: The Wonderful Weather
    Grab a cup of coffee and join NC Fusion’s Executive Director, Scott Wollaston, and Chief Experience Officer, Sarah Bridges, as they tackle a few of our members’ FAQs. This Coffee Conversation talks about all things weather – our operations as an organization, what goes behind decision-making when it’s raining or snowing or high temps, and overall general processes. They’re bringing in Head of Operations and Facilities, Austin Homan (aka “Hurricane Homan”) to guide our listeners through the most unpredictable part of outdoor sports – the weather.
    18 min

About NC Fusion

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Welcome to the NC Fusion Podcast. This is the chance for our membership and community to hear about the things we are doing as an organization, meet people who are involved and get an inside look at…