In Part 1 of our conversation, Luis Robles, MLS NEXT Technical Director and former New York Red Bulls goalkeeper, shares his inspiring journey from underdog to MLS legend. Luis opens up about resilience, leadership, and the lessons learned on the field that now shape his work with the next generation of American players.

• (00:00 ) - Chapter 1


• (00:00 ) - - Luis Robles on learning soccer late and almost choosing baseball
  


• (00:00 ) - - From immigrant family to USMNT and MLS Cup champion
  


• (00:00 ) - - Becoming a soccer parent and seeing pay-to-play up close
  


• (00:00 ) - - The grind of travel soccer and family sacrifices
  


• (00:00 ) - - What MLS NEXT is and why it matters
  


• (00:00 ) - - Can U.S. soccer build better pathways for kids?
  


• (00:00 ) - - Luis on goalkeeping, resilience, and identity
  


• (00:00 ) - - Hopes for the next generation of players