How I Built This Sports Club

Two colleagues teaming up for the third time, taking on the leadership of a historic youth club that Ben Olsen, Daniel Lovitz and even Kobe Bryant called home. Now the focus shifts to centralizing administration and building a strong community. This is Michele Burns, Shane Rineer and Lower Merion Soccer Club.   Follow Lower Merion SC and all the great work being done by Michele & Shane at @lowermerion_sc   This Episode is Sponsored by: Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast  Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast   Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production @builtthissportsclub @chiefnassif @timberreel   You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com  #BuiltDifferent

Rooted in the community and named after a famous Scottish club. And how one Irishman kept the nickname but elevated the club to a grander stage at both the youth and semi-professional level. This is Stuart Collins and Michigan Rangers.   Follow Michigan Rangers at @michiganrangersfc    This Episode is Sponsored by: Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast  Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast   Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production @builtthissportsclub @chiefnassif @timberreel   You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com  #BuiltDifferent

Rich sat down Live at REV on January 14th, 2026, profiling two clubs synonymous with Philadelphia. Two clubs from different sports, with different circumstances, assets, and objectives... but with the same goal of delivering a top experience for their players. The contrast is informative. This is Brian Kraft & Philadelphia Ukrainian Nationals, and Colleen Magarity & HHH Philly Lacrosse.   Follow Ukrainian Nationals @philadelphiaukrainiannationals Follow HHH Philly Girls @hhhphillygirls   This Episode is Sponsored by: Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast  Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast   Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production @builtthissportsclub @chiefnassif @timberreel   You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com  #BuiltDifferent

A trailblazing, high performance coach. From the youth and semi-professional ranks at Vaughan SC to managing Halifax in the Canadian Premier League. And now with another project to take a youth / League 1 Ontario side to new heights. This is Patrice Gheisar and Vaughan SC.   Follow Patrice Gheisar @PatriceGheisar   This Episode is Sponsored by: Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast  Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast   Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production @builtthissportsclub @chiefnassif @timberreel   You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com  #BuiltDifferent    

An experienced sports executive with decades of experience in collegiate athletic departments, professional sports and NCAA conference office roles. A new chapter leading a national organization to grow more runners and create a more connected running community.  This is Shawn Sullivan and Running USA.   Follow Running USA @runningusa_org and Shawn Sullivan @shawnksullivan   This Episode is Sponsored by: Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast  Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast   Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production @builtthissportsclub @chiefnassif @timberreel   You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com  #BuiltDifferent  

Three college teammates. Private trainings. An initial summer camp with 12 players. And a mission is to develop great players, better people guided by their philosophy of nurturing the individual within the collective. This is James Beeston and Beestera. Follow Beestera @beestera This Episode is Sponsored by: Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast  Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast   Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production @builtthissportsclub @chiefnassif @timberreel   You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com  #BuiltDifferent

A club on the financial brink. Co-DOCs stepping in, rebranding, and starting fresh. An emphasis on quality coaches developing the player & the person. Now, 800 players and four locations strong, with eyes on national success. This is Ben Shepherd and FC Wisconsin.   Learn more about FC Wisconsin at fcwisconsin.com and follow them on Instagram @fcwisconsinnationals   This Episode is Sponsored by: Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast  Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast   Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production @builtthissportsclub @chiefnassif @timberreel   You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com  #BuiltDifferent

A pre-professional club, 28 seasons in, with a tremendous history of success on the field and pushing players onto pro contracts. And the journey founding the youth academy that led to another startup that same year. This is Kevin Nuss and Ocean City Nor’easters.   Follow Ocean City Nor'easters @ocnoreasters If you'd like to learn more about the apparel brand, Palla Athletic, visit www.pallaathletic.com    This Episode is Sponsored by: Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast  Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast   Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production @builtthissportsclub @chiefnassif @timberreel   You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com  #BuiltDifferent

A resume that includes Chief Revenue Officer, Founder and CEO. And how one former hockey player is on a mission to prove that character traits and competitiveness cultivated through sport make the best hires. This is JR Butler and Shift Group.   If you'd like to get in touch with today's guest, you can learn reach out & learn more at shiftgroup.io   Follow Shift Group @shiftgroup_hq   This Episode is Sponsored by: Sprocket Sports, Small Details... Big Difference - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast  Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast   Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production @builtthissportsclub @chiefnassif @timberreel   You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com  #BuiltDifferent

The emotions of seeing the USMNT miss out on the 2018 World Cup. A standout footballer turned commentator & entrepreneur. Small-sided soccer games on concrete. This is Kyle Martino and Street FC.   If you'd like to get in touch with Kyle, you can reach him at @kylemartino   Follow @streetfc   This Episode is Sponsored by: Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast  Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast   Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production @builtthissportsclub @chiefnassif @timberreel   You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com  #BuiltDifferent

One of the first national leagues to have existed in the youth soccer landscape. And how one commissioner draws on a background playing, coaching, operating facilities and overseeing the Pittsburgh Riverhounds club & academy. This is Jason Kutney and ECNL Boys.   Follow the ECNL on Facebook: ECNL Boys, Twitter: @ecnlboys, and Instagram: @ecnlboys.   This Episode is Sponsored by: Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast  Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast   Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production @builtthissportsclub @chiefnassif @timberreel   You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com  #BuiltDifferent

Lacrosse… North America’s oldest sport. A tale of two MLL & Team USA teammates turned best friends. And their journey growing lacrosse in the Pacific Northwest. This is Drew Snider, Chris “OD” O’Dougherty and CitySide Lax.   If you'd like to get in touch with today's guest, you can email him at drew@citysidelax.com and od@citysidelax.com    Follow @CitySideLax and @Cityside208   This Episode is Sponsored by: Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast  Winning Ways Training, our training sponsor - www.WWTCamps.com/podcast use promo code BUILTDIFFERENT Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast   Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production @builtthissportsclub @chiefnassif @timberreel   You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com  #BuiltDifferent

The Premier League. The Premier Academy League. The United Soccer League. The Charleston Battery. A sports executive with unparalleled experience shares about the youth club he is growing. This is Michael Kelleher and Charleston Soccer Club.   If you'd like to get in touch with today's guest, you can email him at mikek@chssoccerclub.com   Follow Charleston SC @chssoccerclub   This Episode is Sponsored by: Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast  Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast Timber Reel Productions, our producers - www.TimberReel.com   Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production @builtthissportsclub @chiefnassif @timberreel   You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com  #BuiltDifferent

Step between the lines with a truly thoughtful manager. After many successes at the USL League Two level, 2026 will witness a jump into USL League One. This leader with decades of team-building is more than ready. This is Mike Avery and Fort Wayne FC.   If you'd like to get in touch with today's guest, you can email him at Mcavery7@gmail.com   Follow Fort Wayne FC @fortwaynefc   This Episode is Sponsored by: Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast  Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast   Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production @builtthissportsclub @chiefnassif @timberreel   You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com  #BuiltDifferent

14 years invested into one New Jersey community. A soccer ecosystem that has grown to 2,200 players. Dutch wisdom, navigating the alphabet soup, and providing all players sport for life. This is Ruben Vloedgraven and Westfield Soccer Association.    If you'd like to get in touch with today's guest, you can email him at ruben@westfieldnjsoccer.com Follow Westfield Soccer Association @westfieldnjsoccer   This Episode is Sponsored by: Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast  Winning Ways Training, our training sponsor - www.WWTCamps.com/podcast use promo code BUILTDIFFERENT Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast   Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production @builtthissportsclub @chiefnassif @timberreel   You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com  #BuiltDifferent

A man who has helped launch 15+ pro & semi-pro clubs. Hear about 1980s indoor soccer, starting clubs like Chicago Fire, Indy Eleven, Chicago Red Stars & Forward Madison, and his latest project(s). This is Peter Wilt and Chicago House AC.   If you'd like to get in touch with today's guest, you can email him at info@chicagohouseac.com   Follow @pwilt1 and @chicagohouseac   This Episode is Sponsored by: Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast  Winning Ways Training, our training sponsor - www.WWTCamps.com/podcast use promo code BUILTDIFFERENT Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast   Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production @builtthissportsclub @chiefnassif @timberreel   You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com #BuiltDifferent

How do you turn an 11 day summer camp into a year round community? It started with 3 goalkeepers & an actor over 30 years ago. Now, every summer, more than 650 goalkeepers make the pilgrimage. This is Stan Anderson and Camp Shutout.   Follow Camp Shutout @camp_shutout   This Episode is Sponsored by: Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast  Winning Ways Training, our training sponsor - www.WWTCamps.com/podcast use promo code BUILTDIFFERENT Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast   Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production @builtthissportsclub @chiefnassif @timberreel   You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com  #BuiltDifferent

Two friends & former pros. Guerilla marketing. Obsessive insanity. Loyalty. All ingredients in this startup’s recipe, while being doubted by many. This is Sean Rush, Santino Quaranta and Pipeline Soccer Club.   If you'd like to get in touch with today's guests, you can email them at info@pipelinesc.com.    Follow @pipelinesoccerclub   This Episode is Sponsored by: Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast  Winning Ways Training, our training sponsor - www.WWTCamps.com/podcast use promo code BUILTDIFFERENT Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast   Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production @builtthissportsclub @chiefnassif @timberreel   You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com  #BuiltDifferent

One board meeting saw the dissolution of an existing club and the ascension of a new leader.  Fast forward to the tremendous growth of a club united by soccer and connected by community. This is Michael Cockroft and Chicago Rush Soccer.   If you'd like to get in touch with today's guest, you can email him at chicago@chicagorushsoccer.com or michael@chicagorushsoccer.com    Follow Chicago Rush @chicagorushsoccer    This Episode is Sponsored by: Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast  Winning Ways Training, our training sponsor - www.WWTCamps.com/podcast use promo code BUILTDIFFERENT Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast   Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production @builtthissportsclub @chiefnassif @timberreel   You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com #BuiltDifferent

Keep the player experience at the heart of everything the club does and good things will happen. Success on the national stage and producing professional players Jack Harrison & Jacob Shaffelburg, for example. This is Ray Selvadurai and Manhattan Soccer Club.   If you'd like to get in touch with today's guest, you can email him at ray.selvadurai@manhattansc.org   Follow Manhattan SC @manhattansc_nyc   This Episode is Sponsored by: Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast  Winning Ways Training, our training sponsor - www.WWTCamps.com/podcast use promo code BUILTDIFFERENT Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast   Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production @builtthissportsclub @chiefnassif @timberreel   You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com #BuiltDifferent