Monarch Nation! In this episode of In the Lion’s Den, Mike and Aaron sit down with ODU Men’s Soccer Head Coach Tennant McVea for an in-depth conversation about the season’s highs and lows. From tough road trips and last-minute heartbreaks to leadership, discipline, and building momentum at home — Coach McVea keeps it real about where the program stands and where it’s headed.
⚽ Topics include:
- Lessons learned from September matches
- Mental lapses, execution, and finishing strong
- Road struggles vs. Lehigh, Georgia Southern, and Georgia State
- Reflections on officiating and discipline
- The importance of leadership and role players
- What to expect against Coastal Carolina at The Den
If you’re a Monarch fan, this is a can’t-miss episode full of insight and fire. Grab your Hudson Blue and let’s get ready for Friday night, 7PM!
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⏱️ Chapters
00:00 – Intro: NIL Collective & Welcome Back
01:00 – Setting the Tone vs. VCU
02:00 – Mental Lapses & Execution Challenges
05:00 – Road Games: Lehigh & Georgia Southern
07:00 – Defensive Inconsistencies & Lessons Learned
10:00 – Georgia Southern Red Card Controversy
13:00 – Big Win at William & Mary
15:00 – Shot Creation vs. Finishing Ruthlessly
17:00 – Rollercoaster Results & Coming Home
19:00 – Discipline, Standards & Locker Room Message
20:00 – Emerging Leaders & Team Culture
23:00 – Lessons from ODU Legends & Leadership Stories
25:00 – No Egos Allowed: Building the Right Team
27:00 – Ownership, Accountability & Program Direction
28:00 – Scouting Coastal Carolina
29:30 – Closing: Call to Monarch Nation
