On Today's Episode: Welcome back to the FC Game Changer Show! In this episode, we sit down with Brian Farber — a pro footballer with over 100 career goals, an MLS Reserve League alum, USL standout, and indoor soccer legend. From growing up in a small town to becoming a pro, Brian shares what it REALLY takes to go from youth soccer to the pro game. But that's not all! Brian is also an accomplished entrepreneur who built several successful businesses after his professional football career. H...
On Today's Episode: Welcome back to the FC Game Changer Show! This episode is a must-watch for every goalkeeper chasing the pro dream. We're joined by Jeff Attinella, a former MLS goalkeeper who played for Real Salt Lake and Portland Timbers, and made his mark at the University of South Florida. Jeff takes us through his raw, real, and unfiltered journey from youth soccer to the highest level of the game. But this isn’t just another “career highlights” story. Jeff opens up about: The me...
On Today's Episode: Welcome back to the FC Game Changer Show! Today we’re sitting down with pro footballer Memo Diaz, a player who took the unconventional path from junior college to the pros. He’s dropping real advice on college soccer, transfers, going pro, and what it actually takes to stay sharp with strength, mindset, and nutrition. And here’s the best part… Memo didn’t start as young as most — proving it’s never too late to chase your football dream. Follow Memo Diaz on social at: ...
On Today's Episode: Get ready for an episode packed with insights from one of football’s sharpest minds! We sat down with Juan Carlos Amorós, head coach of Gotham FC, who led his team from LAST place to NWSL Champions and earned 2023 Coach of the Year honors. We dive into: - His coaching journey through Tottenham, Real Betis, and Houston Dash - The rise of women’s soccer worldwide - What footballers can learn from the European game - How to level up your mindset and performance Let’s go!...
On Today's Episode: Want to know what scouts REALLY look for in young footballers? Former professional footballer Larrys Mabiala has played at the highest level, and he’s breaking down exactly what it takes to get noticed by top coaches and clubs. If you're serious about taking your game to the next level, this is a MUST-LISTEN! What You’ll Discover in This Episode: - What separates future pros from the rest - The most important skills young players MUST develop - Why talent alone won’t g...
On Today's Episode: Join Swedish professional footballer Joel Rydstrand as he shares his incredible journey from a small village of 2,000 people to playing professionally in Europe. In this podcast, Joel reveals how he became a student-athlete at Creighton University, got drafted by Seattle Sounders FC, and eventually fulfilled his dream of playing football in Spain. Learn why young footballers fail, the fatal flaw in youth football today, and what it truly takes to make it as a pro. Perf...
On Today's Episode: In this episode, we sit down with professional footballer Akeem Ward, who opens up about his journey to the pros and the lessons he learned along the way. Akeem shares invaluable tips for aspiring footballers, from training hacks and mindset shifts to the crucial things he wishes he knew earlier in his career. He reveals how these insights could have propelled him to an even higher level and what young players can do today to avoid the same mistakes. Whether you're dream...
On Today's Episode: A big thanks to our latest guest, Loren Trottmann, CSCS, who came out and we had a great conversation with all about strength training and how to optimize your performance. In this conversation, we go into detail about the importance of sleep, nutrition, and strength training to be the best footballer you can be. We also discuss some great speed exercises, and one that Loren wants every coach to stop doing now! Follow Loren on social at: https://www.instagram.com/coachlo...
On Today's Episode: We had a great interview with Quinn Nottage, the assistant coach and director of goalkeeping for the Willamette University men's soccer team and the goalkeepers coach for the women's soccer team. Quinn shared with us tips for aspiring college soccer players, advice on how to optimize practice, and instant tips to improve your goalkeeping abilities. We also discussed some of our favorite goalkeepers of all time, and Quinn shared the number one mistake all goalies make. We ...
On Today's Episode: We had the pleasure of interviewing Sofia Ospina, a student-athlete and college soccer player at Corban University. The university is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), and is located in Salem, Oregon. In our conversation with Sofia, we talked about the reality of leaving your home country to come play college soccer in the US, the reality of dealing with a torn ACL, the benefits of Junior Colleges vs Universities, the importance of ...
On Today's Episode: We had the pleasure of interviewing Conner McAdams from Pound 4 Pound Nutrition for the FC Game Changer show. Conner shared with us some amazing nutrition tips that all athletes can benefit from. From eating healthy on a budget, to hydration tips, hacks to help you get an edge about your competition, and more. We know our audience will leave this conversation more informed about how to optimize their football performance with nutrition. Follow Conner on social at: https:...
On Today's Episode: We want to send a big thank you to the latest guest on the FC Game Changer Show, Cody Williams. He is a Strength and Conditioning Coach at the University of Oregon. Cody has worked with high school and college athletes across the country, and now his primary focus is with the University of Oregon football team. In this episode, we discuss strength training for beginners, tips to optimize injury recovery, the importance of understanding sport psychology, and more. We reall...
On Today's Episode: We are excited to announce our latest guest, Tyler Tanaka, PT, DPT to the FC Game Changer Show. Tyler is the owner and founder of Convergence Physical Therapy & Performance, a clinic located in Eugene, Oregon that specializes in sports performance training and therapy. In this conversation, we talk about whether or not goalies and field players should train the same, how to improve your mechanics for speed, simple tips for young athletes to optimize their performance...
On Today's Episode: We are delighted to present our newest episode featuring John Galas, esteemed Head Coach and Co-Founder of Lane United FC. In this exclusive interview, John graciously unveils his visionary goals for the future of Lane United, emphasizing his ambitious vision to transform it into a professional team. Additionally, we engage in a captivating discussion about renowned coaches, exploring their invaluable influence on John's coaching philosophy. Furthermore, John generously d...
On Today's Episode: We had the chance to interview Jürgen Ruckaberle, the Director of Coaching at Eugene Metro Fútbol Club. With over 25 years of coaching experience, Jürgen has coached numerous teams from U11-U19 competing from local leagues up to statewide premier leagues. He also is going to be the Head Soccer Coach for Lane United’s first ever women’s team this summer. In our conversation, Jürgen talks about the qualities that make a great soccer player, the growth of women’s soccer here...
On Today's Episode: We recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Dave Galas, Managing Director of Lane United FC, to discuss the latest advancements in soccer tech, what the club looks for in players, the exciting new addition of a women's team, and much more. Here, we share this insightful conversation and give you an inside look into the club. Find out more about Lane United FC and Direct Kick Soccer Shop here: https://www.laneutd.com/ https://dksoccer.com/ FC Game Changer - The f...
On Today's Episode: We traveled to the capitol of Oregon, Salem, to interview Willamette University’s Men’s Soccer Head Coach, Sam Adelman. Sam graduated from Willamette in 2016 and has been their Head Coach for two years. This past fall season, Sam lead the team to be ranked #7 in all NCAA, a Northwest Conference Championship, and the second round of the NCAA tournament. Here, Sam breaks down the difference between DI, DII, DIII, tips for players looking to play in college, and how to real...
On Today's Episode: The Ultimate Guide to Soccer Injury Prevention is an in-depth interview with Sean Dorman, DPT, a physical therapist who specializes in working with several patients on a daily basis with most of them being soccer players. In this guide, Sean shares his extensive knowledge and experience in the field of physical therapy for soccer players, providing valuable insights and tips for preventing injuries on the field. Sean also provides detailed information on how to properly d...
On Today's Episode: Joey Garah is the founder and director of Pelada Football Academy. Pelada Football Academy is a non-profit charitable organization serving youth soccer players in the Eugene / Springfield Oregon area, Oregon. Their mission is to support the education of young people in our community through soccer by fostering values of positive leadership, team ethics, and fair play along with the technical and tactical skills of the game. In this conversation, Joey and Armando talk abou...
On Today's Episode: Katelyn Partridge is a nutrition & lifestyle coach as well as a CrossFit coach, who works with athletes on their nutrition and their strength to help them lead the healthiest life possible. As a former college soccer player and a current CrossFit competitor, Katelyn knows what it takes to perform at a high level. In this conversation, Katelyn and I talk through some of the best foods pre/post game, how to optimize recovery and work to prevent injuries, and how to deve...