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The Road WarriorThe Road Warrior – Ep. 8 with Mia VolpattiRoad Warrior continues with Episode 8, a conversation between Greg Rubendall and Mia Volpatti, lifelong Livermore soccer product, Southern Oregon collegiate athlete, and high school and club coach.In this episode, they discuss Mia’s journey from youth soccer to coaching in her hometown, the importance of mentorship and community leadership, and the challenges facing youth soccer in Northern California. The conversation centers on development over ego, transparency in leadership, and building a culture that serves the entire community, not just the top players.
2026-05-081h 05The Road WarriorThe Road Warrior - Ep. 7 with Greg RubendallRoad Warrior continues with Episode 7, a solo conversation with Greg Rubendall. In this episode, Greg shares his personal journey through mental health challenges, entrepreneurship, and leadership, reflecting on resilience, self-awareness, and the lessons that shaped his path. He explores the founding of Eyes Open Industries, the concept of organizational forensics, and how history, identity, and collective effort influence both personal growth and community impact.This episode offers an honest look at perseverance, purpose, and building an operating system for life.
2026-03-0934 minThe Road WarriorThe Road Warrior – Ep. 6 with Brandon TurnerRoad Warrior continues with Episode 6, a conversation between Greg Rubendall and Brandon Turner, Soccer Manager, USSF B License Coach, FIFA Licensed Agent, and U.S. Grassroots Coach Educator. In this episode, the two explore the transformative power of sports in communities, the importance of coaching education, and the cultural influence of Brooklyn in shaping identity and leadership. The conversation highlights mentorship, youth development, social justice, and the vision for a more inclusive future in soccer as the 2026 World Cup approaches.
2026-02-1459 minThe Road WarriorThe Road Warrior - Ep. 5 with Todd HigleyRoad Warrior continues with episode 5, a conversation between Greg Rubendall and Todd Higley, Cal Men's Soccer All-American Captain. In this episode, the two reflect on their shared roots in Bay Area soccer and Todd’s journey from player to coach, exploring the competitive youth soccer landscape of Northern California and the mentors who shaped their paths. The conversation highlights the power of coaching, personal growth, teamwork, and legacy, while touching on pivotal moments, emotional lessons, and the lasting impact sports can have on young lives.
2026-02-061h 03The Road WarriorThe Road Warrior - Ep. 4 with Bill RubendallRoad Warrior continues with a conversation between Greg Rubendall and his father, Bill Rubendall. In this episode, the two reflect on Bill’s journey from aspiring educator to longtime bankruptcy attorney and his return to teaching, while exploring the values that shaped Greg’s life. These values include leadership, advocacy, service, and lifelong learning. The conversation also touches on mental health, family, community, and the role sports and education play in building meaningful connections. If you'd like a part 2 with Bill, let us know!
2026-01-3045 minThe Road WarriorThe Road Warrior - Ep. 3 with Geoff RubendallRoad Warrior continues with Episode 3 featuring Geoff Rubendall. Hosted by Greg Rubendall, the brothers reflect on growing up in a sports-centered family and how soccer became a through line in their lives. The conversation explores youth sports, coaching and parenting, cultural influences, and the role the game plays in personal development, family bonds, and building positive relationships with sport.
2026-01-2345 minThe Road WarriorThe Road Warrior - Ep. 2 with Carrie McDowellRoad Warrior continues with Episode 2 featuring Carrie McDowell. Hosted by Gregory Rubendall, the two reflect on growing up in a sports-driven family and explore Carrie’s journey from youth soccer player to coach, professional, and parent. The conversation covers coaching, women’s soccer, team dynamics, and the importance of fostering a lifelong love of sports in the next generation.
2026-01-1644 minThe Road WarriorThe Road Warrior - Ep. 1 with Lou ArseneaultRoad Warrior kicks off Episode 1 with the first member of the Starting XI: Lou Arseneault. Hosted by Gregory Rubendall, the two discuss Lou’s journey as a U.S. Women’s National Futsal player, beach soccer player, coach, and mentor. They cover topics of travel, community, the Camino de Santiago, and the importance of giving back through the game.
2026-01-0950 min
Sport Coach EducationGregory Rubendall: Building Better Soccer Learning Environments | Ep 9In Episode 9, Liz talks with Gregory Rubendall—a lifelong soccer coach, former physical education teacher, and soccer coach educator—about what it really means to build better learning environments in the sport. They dig into how coaches can create sessions that keep players engaged, how communication and culture shape development, and why coach education has to be practical (especially for volunteer coaches). Greg also shares what he looks for when mentoring other coaches and how community- and school-based programs can help make sport more accessible.
2026-01-0752 min