In this conversation, Josh Tyler interviews Liam O'Connell, the Technical Director of the United Soccer League (USL). They discuss the different levels and facets of USL, including men's, women's, boys', girls', youth, amateur, and professional teams. They also talk about the history and rebranding of USL, the possibility of introducing relegation and promotion within the league structure, and the launch of the Women's Super League. Additionally, they delve into the pre-professional space and its importance for player development. The conversation concludes with a rapid-fire round of questions.
Introduction to USL and its Levels
03:06 History and Rebranding of USL
04:05 Exploring Relegation and Promotion
05:54 Launch of Women's Super League
09:47 Pre-Professional Space and Player Development
14:36 Rapid Fire Questions
