For the Love of the Game

Legendary college soccer coaches Ralph Perez and Ray Reid.

From the junior league to the major league, with Bill Manning

Bill Manning has played on soccer teams at every level, and it prepared him to lead teams at the highest level. In this episode, learn what it takes to lead a major soccer team from a president two: Toronto FC (MLS) and Toronto Argonauts (MLSE). Bill began playing soccer as a child in New York…

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The voice of U.S. soccer, with JP Dellacamera

You’ve probably heard JP Dellacamera make some memorable soccer calls. With over 30 years in the announcer’s booth, the Hall of Fame broadcaster has seen the game, and some of its most influential players, evolve. In this episode, hear about the calls, culture and clubs that have changed the game. In JP Dellacamera’s 30 years…

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The Super League’s superhero, with Amanda Vandervort

From playing to coaching to promoting the game, Amanda Vandervort has done it all. In this episode, learn about how her time in college and major league soccer has prepared her for her latest position as president of the USL Super League. In college, Amanda was a captain on the University of Wyoming women’s team….

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Color commentary, with Ralph and Ray

Ralph and Ray love the game and their guests, but, in this episode, the two of them talk 1 v 1 about the personal histories in soccer and friendship that brought them to where they are today. Follow Ralph and Ray on Twitter and Instagram! For the Love of the Game is hosted by Ralph…

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101 goals, with Taylor Twellman

In 2009, Taylor Twellman became the youngest player in Major League Soccer to score 100 goals. A year after the achievement, he retired from the game after concussion side effects. In this episode, hear about Taylor’s record-breaking career and his new goal of educating the youth about injury and keeping athletes safe with ThinkTaylor. Taylor…

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The game off the field, with Nelson Rodríguez

Nelson Rodríguez has an intricate knowledge of the game of soccer, and he has been a pillar on the game for nearly 20 years. Currently, he is Chief of Staff in the Office of the Commissioner for Major League Soccer. Previous, he’s boasted titles as President and General Manager Chicago Fire FC. He’s also held…

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The changes of college coaching, with Becky Burleigh

When Becky Burleigh began coaching college soccer at 21 years old, some of her players were older than she was. At 26, she became the first ever head coach for the Florida Gators’ women’s soccer program, where she coached for 26 seasons before retiring—and coming out of retirement to serve as interim head coach for…

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Soccer’s legendary defender, with Alexi Lalas

Alexi Lalas has been a symbol and standout in U.S. soccer for over 20 years. After an extraordinary performance in the 1994 World Cup, he became the general manager of the San Jose Earthquakes, the New York Red Bulls and the Los Angeles Galaxy, and he was elected to the National Soccer Hall of Fame…

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Influencing soccer history, with Cobi Jones

Cobi Jones is the all-time leader in caps for the U.S. men’s national team and LA Galaxy legend, scoring the first goal ever for the team. But, before all that, he played for Coach Ralph. Now, he’s an LA Galaxy analyst on Time Warner Cable SportsNet, and can be seen on Fox Sports, BeIN Sports,…

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Self-motivation and team culture, with the legendary Carli Lloyd

While it’s important to act as a team on the field, only you can control your performance as a player, and Carli Lloyd knows that. In this episode, hear how she motivated herself to become one of the strongest players on the field during her 17-year professional career. Follow Ralph and Ray on Twitter and…

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