In this episode we dive deep into the period of time from when Matt dropped out of college until he went to Germany. Make sure to listen to the Germany podcast to continue the story.
In this episode Matt and Mimi talk about their ideal situation after Matt is done playing soccer. Looking around the Tulsa neighborhoods just has them thinking about their future and they are actually agreeing on where they would like to live! Matt has been doing small group trainings and working out on his own, he actually tried a hobby with Mimi and the result was not what either of them expected. Matt and Mimi also talk about how having no games or serious trainings has made him feel like he actually has a normal life right now. They get to enjoy weekends and live a less strict life. Listen for the details!
In this episode Matt sits down alone with a microphone and a camera to talk about his collegiate soccer experience as well as his best advice to have a successful four years in college. Matt attended UC Davis, a D1 college in Northern California, where he played every single game over his four seasons and ended up with 15 goals and multiple assists. Matt discusses how he prepared as an incoming freshman for the fitness tests and how he impressed early on to earn a starting spot in the first game of the season. He also goes in depth to talk about how he improved his game and how he spent offseason each year in order to prepare himself for the next jump... the professional game. Sit back and listen to Matt talk about his time in college!
In this episode of the Against All Odds Podcast Matt and Mimi sit down and have a relaxed talk about what's been going on over the last few weeks. They end up diving into a variety of different topics such as how the Quarantine has negatively affected Matt's daily motivation levels, Mimi's weird recurring field hockey dreams, dealing with recent tornadoes, why Mimi is heading back to San Diego, and how this time away from soccer has affected Matt's outlook on retirement.
We're really excited about this week's episode! In this podcast Matt sat down with Michael Cunningham from 7mlc and Jack Blake to discuss some topics surrounding professional football and their careers. In particular, we dive in the mental health of footballers, what could have been done in our past to have helped us have even more successful careers, and lessons that we've learned from being pro footballers that have carried over to other aspects of our lives. Sit back and listen to Jack, Michael, and Matt talk! Hopefully you guys get some great value from it!
In this episode of the Against All Odds Podcast, Matt sits down with fellow USL Championship player and YouTuber, Jack Blake for a little chat following one of their Instagram Live workouts. In this discussion they answer questions such as, "What did you do differently than your old teammates/friends to make it to the professional level", "If you could go back and coach your younger self what would you do differently?", and "Do you see any common mistakes that players make today with their training, nutrition, workouts, etc.?" This is a jam-packed episode with a ton of value. Sit down and listen to two professional footballers discuss some big topics!
In this episode, Mimi and Matt sit down to go in-depth about Matt's time over in Germany. This discuss his decision making behind dropping out of school, how he got the opportunity to head over to Europe, why he decided it was the right time, how he got trials, and his journey from bouncing around all over the country to soon signing a contract to finish out the 2015-2016 regular season. Sit back and listen to Matt's adventure in Germany that has never been discussed in this much detail. We hope you guys enjoy the podcast!
In this quarantine episode Matt and Mimi cover some big questions, funny stories from their past, and also new accomplishments. Matt goes in depth about his new certification and the new dynamic of his online team trainings.
In this episode we are trying something a bit different. Today, Matt sits down and talks in-depth about how he went from flying under the radar in high school on B team of a local club team to receiving THREE D1 college soccer offers. Matt explains the entire process from creating a highlight video, creating a CV, how to email coaches, when to attend combines, showcase tournaments, using connections, etc. If you have any interest in playing college soccer in the United States sit down and listen to Matt's advice!
In this episode of the podcast, Matt and Mimi are still in Quarantine. Mimi leads the topics, which vary from their differences in personalities and skills to their dream working set up. As with all of the recent podcast episodes, it is very casual and not so soccer dominated. Listen to hear some funny stories from their past and quirky facts about their lives.
In this episode Matt sits down with two teammates, Panin Boayke and Mfon Udoh, to talk about their upbringing in Africa, their transition to the professional game, the highlights of their successful careers, and their experiences heading abroad to pursue their career. This podcast is filled with unique experiences and perspectives that only come from talking with players from different backgrounds. Can't wait for you guys to sit back and listen to their stories!
What's going on guys? After a crazy busy week with multiple games and road trips it was hard to secure a guest for the podcast, so today we are doing a full Q+A with Matt! You guys submitted questions via Instagram and Matt sat down and picked 14 of his favorite questions to really get into and discuss. Sit back, relax, and hopefully you guys can get some value from this podcast!
In this episode, Matt sits down with former Roughnecks FC teammate, Anthony Legendre to talk about his first year in the USL Championship and what he's been up to for the last few months of offseason. They get into topics surrounding some of Anthony's favorites moments from the 2019 season, his training/workouts over the offseason, and the recent trials he's gone on in the NISA, USL League 1, and USL Championship, as well as the struggle of bouncing around as a free agent trying to find a team. There is a ton of value in this podcast as we hear firsthand from a professional footballer as he is in the midst of trying to find a new team for the 2020 season. Sit down, relax, and enjoy the episode!
Today Matt Sheldon sits down with FC Tulsa teammates, Tobenna Uzo and Brayan Reyes to discuss their return to Tulsa for the 2020 season, how their offseason went, what is what like coming back to Oklahoma, what preseason/double days are really like, their morning/night routines, and the extra work they are putting in to ensure they have the best year of their careers.
In this episode of the podcast, Matt and Mimi are in Portland, Oregon for a few days just before they leave for Tulsa, Oklahoma for Matt's preseason. They sit down and discuss their trip to Europe and Ottawa briefly, their plans for next offseason, Matt hiring his first employee for Become Elite, as well as their plans for driving over to Tulsa.
In this episode of the Against All Odds Podcast Mimi and Matt discuss a recent comment that Matt received on a YouTube video about how his repetitive workouts and lifestyle was boring to watch, their upcoming trip to Europe and what they are expecting as they travel through Paris, Frankfurt, Bordeaux, and Barcelona as well as their plans for 2020 in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Mimi is back for this episode of the Against All Odds Podcast! Mimi and Matt discuss their engagement just a few weeks prior and some behind the scenes stuff of what really went on, Matt's new contract for the 2020 season with FC Tulsa, and they discuss how much influence coaches actually have on pro footballers.
In this episode Matt Sheldon sits down with teammate and goalkeeper, Sean Lewis to talk about his life and path to the professional game. As they dive into Sean's career they talk about how in almost every single year of Sean's professional career he has faced some sort of obstacle, resistance, or set-back that he had to overcome and grow as both a player and a person. Sean Lewis has played professionally for many teams around the world including the Harrisburg City Islanders, Olympia FC down in Australia, Tulsa Roughnecks, and Jacksonville Armada. Sit down, listen, and learn from Sean's story!
In this episode of the podcast, Matt sits down with veteran center midfielder, Manuel Gonzalez to hear about his path from growing up in Colombia to the professional game. Some highlights of Manny's career include dropping out of college to try to play professionally, moving back to Colombia to sign his first contract, playing for Fort Lauderdale Strikers in the NASL, Playing against teams like Juventus, Malmö FF, Boca Juniors, etc. and then going all of 2017 without a club or contract. It's another amazing story and I'm excited for you guys to sit down, listen, and learn from his journey.
In this episode, Matt sits down with Tulsa Roughnecks teammate, Tobenna Uzo to discuss his crazy path from Lagos, Nigeria to playing professionally in the states. Toby has a unique story of playing recreational football in the streets of his home country most of his life to walking on to a D1 college soccer program and then eventually being drafted by Orlando City SC in the MLS. Not to mention that he was a goalkeeper until the age of 16 and then converted to a striker. Sit down and listen to this great story and learn from the highs and lows of a professional player who has had an amazing range of experiences.