#206 “Why Soccer in the US Is Already Huge" - John Parker, CEO of Kickback Soccer Media
Update: 2025-08-25
Description
Welcome to episode 206 of Sports Management Podcast.
Today’s guest is John Parker – the CEO of Kickback Soccer Media.
John is clear: Soccer in the US is not an up and coming sport anymore.
In this episode you can expect to learn:
- Why the media narrative around soccer is often wrong
- The building up to the Men’s World Cup
- The Beckham rule
- The legacy after World Cup 2026
And much more!
Time stamps:
01:36 Soccer's Current State in America
03:05 Company Overview & Mission
05:46 World Cup 2026 Concerns & Opportunities
06:56 Youth Development Evolution
19:53 Media & Fan Engagement Strategy
21:09 Player Quality & League Evolution
24:56 Future Predictions & Infrastructure
27:42 Career Journey & Industry Challenges
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