Josh & Tyler welcome Simon Collins, National League Commissioner. They discuss the different leagues and programs within US Youth Soccer (USYS). They cover topics such as the two main governing bodies (USYS and US Club), the Olympic Development Program (ODP), state cup competitions, the President's Cup, and the National League. The National League offers both club-based and team-based formats, with the club-based format known as E64. They also touch on the comparison between E64 and ECNL in terms of competition and college coach presence. The conversation with Simon Collins focused on the efforts of US Youth Soccer (USYS) to create a more localized and data-driven approach to player recruitment and development. Collins discussed the challenges of the current system, where players often have to travel long distances to showcase events and face limited opportunities for exposure. He highlighted the importance of local leagues and regional competitions in providing a platform for players to be seen by college coaches. Collins also mentioned the E64 regional league, which aims to reduce travel costs and create more localized competition. The conversation touched on the extensive application and interview process for clubs to be accepted into the E64 league, as well as the potential for future collaboration between different sanctioning bodies. The idea of a Champions Cup, where the winners of different leagues would compete against each other, was also discussed. The conversation concluded with a focus on the challenges and opportunities in college recruiting, including the impact of the transfer portal and the importance of finding the right fit for players.