Across the Line Football Podcast

Across the Line Awards 2020 - Across the Line Football Podcast #71 Less than a week before Christmas, and 2020 is definitely one for the books. To start, this year's season was brief -- but who says we can't celebrate some of the standouts of Philippine Football this year? Welcome to the very first, annual ACROSS THE LINE AWARDS!! Tune in as our hosts debate and discuss the most deserving of the year. Who are the individuals who should be mentioned? Who are our hosts's personal selections? Who deserves to be in the final list of ATL nominees? Who are our Awardees? Did YOUR winner make the cut? Do you agree with our chosen winners? Catch this episode now, and don't forget to comment below!

Kenshiro Daniels - Across the Line Football Podcast #70

Mark Winhoffer  - Across the Line Football Podcast #69 Our #FootballFriday guest is frequently requested by our young listeners, and today we're giving an early Christmas treat as we sit down with Mark Winhoffer. We first saw his raw talent several years ago as he suited up in the Philippines, and today he's making waves in the USA as captain of Yale University's Men's Soccer. What is his football story and his experiences growing up? What type of trainings did he do to develop his game? How was he recruited into his dream Ivy League? If you are a parent or a young footballer, this episode is for you! Listen to recommendations in pursuing college ball in the USA, a day in the life of an Ivy League footballer, the type of mindset Mark had growing up, and more!

Stephan Schrock: Lesson in Greatness  - Across the Line Football Podcast #68  In our very first Across the Line episode, we had the pleasure of speaking to Stephan Shrock as we got to know the man behind the Gorilla. And on this #FootballFriday, after more than a year since our first episode, we learn even more from the Philippines's own living legend. What better time to catch up than after another successful campaign? On this episode, we discuss the recently concluded PFL 2020, Shroecky's stories behind the bubble, his experiences in coaching, some of the decisions he has to make in the future, his lessons in greatness, and more. This is an opportunity to delve into the mind of one of our greatest players, and it's something you wouldn't want to miss!

Scott Cooper and the ADT - Across the Line Football Podcast #067

PFL 2020 Review - Across the Line Football Podcast #66  - It's #FootballFriday! Here's your PFL 2020 review On this episode, we take a deep look at the recently concluded 2020 Philippines Football League...then we assess, discuss, and review. What were some of the underlying stories of this unique, condensed season? Who were the underachieving teams, what were some of the success stories and surprise packages? What has been the impact and what can we look forward to? Did this year's PFL breeze right through you? Well, this episode is your chance to keep up. Don't miss this one!

PFL 2020 Midseason Update - Across the Line Football Podcast #65  - Two weeks into the PFL Season 2020, and we're halfway through the competition. Catch this #FootballFriday update as we unpack everything you need to know. There's plenty to discuss and debate -- from the traditional powerhouse to some early surprises this season and more. It's been a good two weeks, and we break it all down for you in this episode. Tune in now!

Nico Bolzico - Across the Line Football Podcast #64 It's #FootBolzFriday!! Not many people know him as a football player, and on this #FootballFriday, we get to know Nico Bolzico as the man who loves the Game. Catch this episode as our guest, Nico Bolzico, shares his experience growing up in football-centric Argentina, his memories playing for Kaya F.C., his hopes for football in the Philippines, and his football dreams for his young daughter. For Nico Bolzico, football is more than just a sport; its a way to make a difference in society. Football, for him, is hope. Want to know more? Are you curious about what brought him to the Philippines and why he decided to stay? Don't miss this episode! Listen to stories from the personalities behind the Azkals Philippines Football Team, Philippine Football, Philippine football federation, Philippine football league and everything Philippines Football.

With the return of the PFL Season, we sit down with one of the more decorated homegrown players in the country, OJ Clarino. As a new member of Kaya FC-Iloilo, he talks about exciting opportunities, his experiences in playing in continental football, how he's grown into  the footballer he is today, his footballing family, and more. Catch this #FootballFriday episode now!

Patrick Deyto - Across the Line Football Podcast #62 - Joining us from Suphan Buri, Thailand is Patrick Deyto! On this #FootballFriday, we have a heart-to-heart with our homegrown Goalkeeper, and he has a lot to share with us. How did he make it to the Thai league? What exactly is his experience there and how do Thai leagues differ from Philippine leagues? How does he feel being one of the only two homegrown Filipino players playing abroad? How did he step out of his comfort zone? What insights can he share? It's heartwarming to hear his love for the Philippines despite playing abroad, and there's a lot to learn from his football journey. Catch this episode now!

Across the Line Football Podcast Highlights 2020 #61

Bienvenido Marañon - Across the Line Football Podcast #60  As a Philippine football legend from Spain, Bienvenido Maranon does not need much introduction. His name alone sparks debates, fear in his opponents eyes, as well as admiration (his record for most goals scored in the AFC Cup is a good start). But do we really know him outside the pitch? On this #FootballFriday, we give you another side of Bienve. Who is he really behind his public persona? How did he start his football journey? How did he manage to steer his career and become the spectacular footballer he is today? Did you know that he has fallen in love with the Philippines and dreams to play for the National Team? This is not just an opportunity to get to know Bienvenido Maranon, but a chance to be endeared to him. In this episode, we dive deep. Catch it now! -

Kevin Goco - Across the Line Football Podcast #59 Not all Philippine football fans may be familiar with Kevin Goco. But with his heart for PH football, his vision, insights, ideas and efforts, he's definitely someone who needs to be heard. Join our hosts, Jing Jamlang and Chris Greatwich, as they get to know more about the recently-graduated FIFA Master, Kevin Goco. Listen as they discuss community building and how to move the PH Game forward, hear Kevin's ideas on how the football landscape should look in the Philippines, learn about Kevin's incredible efforts for football in the country, and more. We assure you, Kevin Goco is more than just a name you should be familiar with. Take the time to listen to what he has to say. It'll be well worth your #FootballFriday.

On today's #FootballFriday, we have Ryan Fenix. You may know him as a football journalist, analyst, and one of the voices you hear in PH Football. But today, the spotlight is on him as he unpacks his recent article on theasiangame.net, an eye-opening piece that reverberates around the whole Football community. Join our hosts, Jing Jamlang and Chris Greatwich, as they discover the interesting way Fenix entered journalism, learn about his roots, his crazy journey in the world of Football, and more. This episode discusses the state of affairs in Philippine football, and with Ryan Fenix in the conversation, this definitely becomes something you wouldn't want to miss. As Greatwich mentioned, "A lot of people have opinions, but not many people have the level of insight that Ryan Fenix provides." Catch this episode now!

Rob Gier on Coaching Part 1 -  Across the Line Football Podcast | We've received loads of questions on coaching, and we've heard you. So we're bringing you in depth coaching insights, opinions, and answers through this new series---starting with this two-part episode with Rob Gier, head of Reading Women's Academy. Rob is back on Across the Line Podcast, but this time, he joins ATL hosts Chris Greatwich and Jing Jamlang, in the debut episode of our series on coaching! 1. Do you double down on the strengths of a player or do you take more time to work on their weaknesses? 2. When you have a young top prospect, how do you know that he/she will become a star? What are the traits or skills needed? What are you looking for to properly estimate a persons ability to fulfill their potential? Interested already? Don't miss Part 2 of our coaching episode with Rob! We've got two more questions in the pipeline. Do you like this coaching segment so far? Any name suggestions? Comment below!