In this episode of New England Soccer Journal's The Goal Podcast, host Matt Langone is joined by New England Soccer Journal writer Matt Doherty and University of New Haven men's soccer head coach, Tom Mattera. They discuss New Haven's historic season, recruiting strategies, and the challenges and successes faced along the way. Mattera shares insights into building a competitive program and the unique attributes of the Northeast 10 conference. The episode also features a discussion about memorable soccer moments and stadiums in the Extra Time segment.

Topics

01:08 Historic Season for New Haven

02:57 Recruitment Strategies and Challenges

07:10 New Haven's Playing Style and Key Moments

10:54 Division II Landscape and International Recruitment

16:55 Transfer Portal and Recruitment Challenges

20:20 The Transfer Combine Craze

20:32 Building a Winning Culture

21:15 Winter Plans and Recruiting

21:52 Extra Time Segment Introduction

22:37 Impressive Soccer Stadiums

26:36 Unique Soccer Uniforms

28:37 Memorable Soccer Plays

34:42 Wrapping Up and Farewell