Mad Lab Podcast

I got lucky and was able to hold a conversation with “the Kumi Futtoboru” social media freestyle queen and rising star! Kumi tells us a little bit about her experience and her plans in the future. Enjoy!

I had a great conversation with Diego Burato US Soccer’s Futsal player of the year. I hope you enjoy!

This episode needs no type of introduction, I had the chance to have a conversation with Vanessa Valentine boom, that’s all you need. Enjoy the listen!

Adrienne Sorensen, started from the bottom, she took over the program in 2010 after a 2-15-2 finish the previous year. The program has steadily improved each year making the post season every year from 2011 to the present. In 2016 the program went to the State Elite 8 and continued to make the Elite 8 in 2017 and 2018. Third time was the charm as the program made their first ever final 4 appearance in 2018 falling 2-1 in the state semifinal and finishing 3rd in the state and #9 in the Nation. The 2019 United Soccer Coaches preseason poll debuted the Mustangs at #2 in the Nation and the team spent every week of the 2019 regular season in the top 5 Nationally. Sorenson takes the most pride in the over 90% sophomore transfer rate from 2010-present, most moving on with scholarships to play at the next level. In spring 2019 7 sophomores signed National Letters of intent to play at the Division I, Division II and NAIA level. Helping her student-athletes reach their goals and develop as people is the top priority for Sorenson, a junior college product who transferred to Cal State Stanislaus and graduated with her BA degree in Kinesiology in 2009. At Sierra she led the team in goals as a freshman and won a Big 8 Championship. As a transfer she led the team in game winning goals as a junior and in points as a senior. Sorenson is able to relate to her players having been a junior college product and hopes to inspire them to be their best selves. “My players understand we have a total commitment to excellence in everything we do here whether it’s on the field, in the classroom or in the community. We are process driven and know that success is a byproduct of relentless work ethic.

I had the pleasure speaking with Lesle (the first ever recipient of the Carla Overbeck award) and all I can say is our conversation was supposed to be just 30 minutes!! Talk about legend, she is legend. Here let me describe Lesle in a few lines…it starts like this: She’s an individual who is actively working within the U.S. Soccer landscape (commissioner of the GA league) she has a unique ability to motivate and guide others, which in turn contributes to the effective and efficient functioning of the GA organization and the landscape overall. She’s willing to “carry the watercooler,” and lead by example, doing the little things that fosters an environment of trust and credibility. She adapts and innovates readily to new situations; does not rely on the way things have always been done. Mentors and cultivates teammates and colleagues, specifically those in less-tenured roles, creating a culture of respect that fosters an atmosphere conducive to achievement;
Contributes to the success of an initiative that benefits those outside their own organization and/or places emphasis on collaboration within and among membership. Thank you Lesle Gallimore :-)

I had a great conversation with Amobi about his Youth National team career, MLS career and now his entrepreneurial career.

I had a super dope conversation with the young and upcoming super talent Emilie Castagna, we talk about her experience growing up in England and what it’s like living and playing football in the states!

Coach Bernardo talks about the beautiful game, college, youth and what players can do to get to the next level. This is a great listen! For anyone!

In this episode, I had the pleasure speaking with Jalil Anibaba former 12 year MLS pro, two-time US open cup champion and one time community shield champion. We had a great conversation talking about the beautiful game of soccer business and just a good conversation in general. I hope you enjoy this one grab a coffee or a drink or whatever you’d like and enjoy it.

It was a pleasure talking with Alex Tejera about his career so far and how he got there. We talk about the ups and downs the good and the bad. What a story. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!

Everyone has their battles, trials and tribulations. This conversation is as real as it gets. Taylor Golden what a girl! Goals, dreams, hard working, humble and determined. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did!

I had a great conversation with Flo Vaillancourt from Canada she spent most of her college career at Niagara Falls university and part of her career at Syracuse where she’s finishing up her undergrad, she’s now transferring to Arizona State for her masters degree and will play her final two years of collegiate soccer there. I hope you enjoy.

I’ve done 40 episodes in just about 6 weeks…this by far ranks in the top 3 this is an absolute must listen. Wells Thompson former 5th round overall draft pick and 9 year MLS veteran has quite the story. Enjoy!

I had a wonderful conversation with Pro player Hannah Keane who has played in the champions league vs Barcelona (the best women’s team in the world) and so many other experiences. Her story is quite amazing. I hope you enjoy it!

I had a great conversation with former US national futsal team player, Drew ducks. In this episode we talk about a few different things related to futsal, soccer and his experience in the game so far. I hope you enjoy this episode.

This episode is probably one of the best episodes yet! For all of those young aspiring players who want to be a pro one day or play in college this is a must listen. Better yet this is a MUST listen for everyone. I hope you enjoy this incredible story!

I had the pleasure in speaking with Mark we talked about Futsal soccer in America indoor soccer and so many other topics this conversation was absolutely incredible and definitely one that you should listen to.

In this episode I talk with Sac states rookie of the year, Madee dough about her experience so far as a D1 athlete and how she aspires to be a pro player one day. This one is another great, raw uncut episode. I hope you enjoy. Also, don’t forget to go watch her play she is super fun to watch!

I had the pleasure to host Heath Pearce on this episode. We talk about the MLS, soccer in Europe, soccer in America, and so many other things. If you have some time, this is a great episode to listen to and one of many more to come, we didn’t have much time but this conversation was amazing you have to listen. Trust me you’ll enjoy it.

I had a great time talking to Jorge about his career and about what he is doing now. Enjoy this episode. What a great story from a player who has won Liga MX, MLS Cup, CONCACAF Gold Cup with the United States men’s national team.

I had a great conversation with Coach Trevor Swartz UNLV assistant and former professional player we talk about the college route recruiting what it takes to get to that level where he’s from his experiences this is a great episode I hope you enjoy there’s a ton of information.

College, Futsal? Yes it’s happening and you have to listen to this episode to hear more. I had the pleasure to speak with Coach Ivan and listen to him talk about the future of Futsal being a college sport. His experience in the beautiful game of Futsal is very extensive and his knowledge for the game is as well.

American soccer player, Commissioner of the MASL, Head Coach LA Lazers, Technical Director United States Youth Futsal, former US national team futsal coach, motivational speaker, What more can I say? This episode is quite frankly the best episode I’ve had yet! Put your ear buds in and enjoy my conversation with the god father of futsal Kieth Tozer.

I had the pleasure to speak with Indiana University ‘s assistant coach, Christian Lomeli we talk about college, youth and pro soccer, and a bunch of other cool topics grab a latte and enjoy this one is cereal a type of soup?

I’ve been looking forward to this episode all month. I have a wonderful conversation with Coach Jaime, who is the executive Director of the WPSL 2022 champions and new USLW league member California Storm in this episode we talk about her role with the California Storm the women’s game and a bunch of other things. This is a must listen have fun.

In this episode I have the pleasure of talking with the very talented and intelligent Tarun Karumanchi. Former San Jose Earthquake academy player, USYNT training camp attendee, UCLA directors honor roll Tarun talks about his experiences and his goals. I had a great time talking with him. I hope you enjoy it!

In this episode I talk with Aaron Edwards UCLA alumni and current San Jose earthquakes 2 player this is a great conversation, you have to listen to this one.

I had the pleasure to talk with Connor Sutton Sacramento republic FC‘s game presentation and broadcast Director. Former assistant stage manager of the Sacramento Kings and Simpson university graduate we talk about why Sacramento is so special US open cup in 2022 how the team is looking, a day in the life and oh and let’s not forget about the old man halftime show.

I talk with former club owner, club executive, soccer geek co founder Jason Barbato about the beautiful game and what him and his partners are doing to help influence the game in so many ways. Coaches, parents, players, referees, clubs and leagues! What an amazing episode!

In this segment I talk about things that they don’t want you to know. I have had the pleasure to speak with high level executives and directors and ask questions about the youth game and what I am getting from them is CRAZY!!

60 minutes goes by way too fast when you’re talking to Kris, his knowledge, experience and passion are unrivaled! We talk Portugal, Morocco, Futsal in America, Canada. He is the founder of inside futsal and also has a major influence on the beautiful game. Grab a latte, or two! Enjoy.

I had the pleasure to talk to Tommy Thompson and get his perspective on the beautiful game. Tommy is the first ever Earthquake homegrown signed player, he’s also in his 10th season and has 184 appearances which ranks 4th most in club history next to Wondolowski, Salinas and Correas.

US Soccer federation announces inaugural coach futsal national team coach Marcia Tafarel, Our players get to meet Marcia and she watched them play twice! another record set in American soccer history as Melanie Barcenas signed with San Diego Wave at 15 years old. What did it take to be part of that 0.04% also, NWSL numbers SOAR!!

(The best part is the last part) I had the chance to speak with the legendary Tony Toral about futsal in America and NYEFC. This is just the first of many episodes. There’s so much more to talk about, trips to Spain, Argentina, Brazil The list goes on. Enjoy this one!

In this podcast we talk to Jessica Oakland Souls first ever head coach about soccer in America what a great episode we have here. Enjoy!

In this episode we talk with Memo about his experience at all three levels Junior College, NCAA D1 and then pro. From a baseball player in junior high to a pro soccer player, what a story!!

In this episode, we talk to Division I student athlete, Aleah, about her experience growing up playing youth, soccer club, and going to college. This is a must listen to if you have a kid that inspires to play collegiately.

President/Founder of United Futsal the leading futsal platform in America and probably the world, talks about his experience and what’s ahead, futsal in Barcelona, FUTURES program and the process. A great listen for those who have kids that play soccer.

USL PRO MVP FINALIST FIRST TEAM ALL PRO USL PRO TEAM OF THE WEEK 9, 14, 19, 24 PLAYER OF THE WEEK 14 USL PRO PLAYOFFS MVP 2014 USL PRO CHAMPION not bad all. Listen to hear what magician has say

We talked with Nick Witherill CEO of Binho. Wow! What a story from sharing a room to signing license deals with premier league giants Arsenal FC. From starting to during the bench and playing with Clay Thompson, You have to listen to this incredible story!

Assistant coach Tanner Thompson gives us a look at what it takes and what the big time coaches look for in young athletes! Indiana University is the most successful soccer program in D1 history.

Founder of the very popular Cruz Coaching in Frisch Texas talks to us.

The women's game and so much more, high school, ECNL all the good stuff in just 20 minutes!

In this episode we talk to Tiago Suarez. The New England Revolution have signed central defender Santiago Suarez to a multi-year contract. Suarez, 17, will begin his New England career with Revolution II competing in MLS NEXT Pro in 2023. Suarez will officially be added to New England’s MLS roster as a Homegrown Player ahead of the 2024 MLS season.
Suarez, who also goes by his nickname “Tiago”, joins the New England Revolution from the Sacramento Republic FC Academy, where he has been developing since 2016. The 6-foot-5 center back made six appearances, with four starts, for Sacramento during the 2022 USL Championship campaign, logging 335 minutes of action.
“We are excited to welcome Santiago to the New England Revolution as he begins his professional career,” Revolution Technical Director Curt Onalfo stated. “He’s an incredible young talent and we look forward to helping him improve each and every day in our progressive pro player pathway system.”

Coach Jaime briefly explains her thoughts on where women’s soccer is at locally and nationally and where it is headed.