Shows
Meryl Streep and The Movies with Zachary Scot Johnson and Maryl McNallyAugust: Osage County : Episode 63 of Meryl Streep and The Movies with Zachary Scot Johnson and Maryl McNallyLongtime friends and Meryl Streep fans Zachary Scot Johnson ( http://www.youtube.com/user/thesongadayproject/about ) and Maryl McNally discuss Meryl Streep's 2013 drama / dark comedy "August: Osage County"."August: Osage County" co-stars Julia Roberts, Dermot Mulroney, Juliette Lewis, Chris Cooper, Ewan McGregor, Margo Martindale, Sam Shepard, Julianne Nicholson, Abigail Breslin & Benedict Cumberbatch. It is directed by John Wells and has a screenplay by Tracy Letts.Email the hosts at MerylStreepPodcast@gmail.com and remember to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast if you enjoy!August: Osage County review begins around the 47:45 mark (sorry, we got chatty)2024-04-201h 49
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay111. Asia Mape, Founder of I Love to Watch You PlayHi I’m Scot Cooper and this is the Tales From the Trail Podcast by MatchPlay. In this episode I welcome Asia Mape the founder of I Love to Watch You Play. She discusses her experiences as a parent of athletes and the lessons she’s learned from along the way. I Love to Watch You Play has the motto helping sports parents raise healthy, happy athletes- the name says it all, young athletes repeatedly express that what they want to hear from their parents is ‘I love to watch you play’. Check out Asia’s podcast at ilovetowatchyouplay.com.2024-03-261h 02
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay107. ClubElevenHi I’m Scot Cooper and this is the Tales From the Trail Podcast by MatchPlay. In this episode I welcome Gabriel Bayona Sapag and Roshan Patel of ClubEleven, a digital media publication connecting soccer audiences across North America. They have the mission to highlight unique, personal stories in soccer in an effort to grow the game and through storytelling and a feeling of connection between those in the game. Check them out at clubelevenmag.com and make sure to subscribe to their newsletter which provides great content every Tuesday, for free! Thank you to Gabe and Rosh for all yo...2024-03-121h 02
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay100. Craig Appleby Johns Hopkins University Head Coach, Men's SoccerHi I’m Scot Cooper and this is the 100th episode of the Tales From the Trail podcast by MatchPlay. In this episode, Justin Chezem of Christopher Newport University Men’s Soccer and I welcome Craig Appleby. Craig is the head coach of men’s soccer at Johns Hopkins University. Coach Appleby has been highly successful at a prestigious university and recruiting the right type of student-athlete is the lifeline to that accomplishment. This is a great conversation with two leaders of perennial tournament teams who recruit and compete at the highest level. SummaryThe conversatio...2024-02-2058 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay99. Mindset Monday #15 'Coping with Defeat' with Eric Manuel of Expert Mindset CoachingSummaryIn this conversation, Scot Cooper and Eric Manuel discuss coping with defeat in sports and life. They explore the importance of the groundwork that can be done before encountering defeat, such as accepting the inevitability of failure and adopting a growth mindset. They also discuss coping skills for dealing with setbacks, including seeking social support, practicing positive self-talk, and practicing optimism. The conversation emphasizes the need to separate athletic identity from personal identity and the negative impact of perfectionism. They also touch on the influence of external expectations and the importance of investing in the groundwork...2024-02-1911 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay98. Pat McStay - ECNL Heritage ProjectHi I’m Scot Cooper and this is the Tales From the Trail podcast by MatchPlay. In this episode, Justin Chezem, head coach of Christopher Newport University men’s soccer and I welcome Pat McStay of the ECNL’s Heritage Project and the Richmond Strikers. Along with his duties at the Strikers, Pat has taken on the role of developing the Heritage Project which connects youth soccer players in the U.S. with the countries of their heritage to potentially play for those countries’ national teams. Pat describes it as: With the overwhelming success of the 2023 Women's World Cup, featuring...2024-02-1536 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay97. Jack Rasmussen - Founder, Caddix CleatsHi I’m Scot Cooper and this is the Tales From the Trail podcast by MatchPlay. In this episode I welcome Jack Rasmussen, the Founder of the Caddix Cleat Company. This innovative to cleat utilizes small movements in the studs to prevent non-contact injuries. Jack and his dad took an idea and made it a product through research, trial and error, and ingenuity. This is a fascinating product that is available for pre-order on February 14th. Check it out!SummaryIn this conversation, Jack Rasmussen discusses his journey in developing innovative cleats for injury prevention in spor...2024-02-1321 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay95. Black Players for Change Executive Director - Allen Hopkins, Jr.Hi I’m Scot Cooper and this is the Tales From the Trail Podcast by MatchPlay. In this episode I welcome Allen Hopkins, Jr. Allen had a long career through college and professional soccer. He went on to be a sports broadcaster, which is a great story he shares and now is the Executive Director of Black Players for Change, which is comprised of Black MLS players, staff, and coaches BPC is a positive bridge between sport, life and soccer, it’s a universal language that can be used to advance and advocate for Equality. BPC spearheads impactful...2024-02-081h 00
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay94. Steve Swanson - University of Virginia Women's Soccer Head CoachHi I’m Scot Cooper and this is the Tales From the Trail Podcast by MatchPlay. In this episode, Justin Chezem, head coach of men’s soccer at Christopher Newport University and I welcome Steve Swanson, the long time head coach of the University of Virginia women’s soccer program. Steve discussed his time with the women’s national team, being a part of two World Cup wins, developing great players and teams at UVA, and how recruiting and college athletics is changing. Great visit from a top caliber coach and person! Thank you Coach Swanson!SummaryThe con...2024-02-0653 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay92. Will Smith - Founder of LEAD EDU Academies & Charter Oak Advisory with Chris Norris, Head Coach William & Mary Men's SoccerHi, I’m Scot Cooper and welcome to the Tales From the Trail podcast by MatchPlay. In this episode Chris Norris, the head coach of the College of William and Mary men’s soccer program and I welcome one of his former players, Will Smith. As you will hear, Will made the most of his opportunity as a student-athlete on the field, on campus, and abroad. Among many other highlights, he went on to co-found a residential youth soccer academy in Liberia called LEAD MFA (monroviafa.com). There’s more to the story obviously, thank you for listening to hear the r...2024-02-011h 19
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay92. Will Smith - LEAD Academies & Charter Oak Advisory with Chris Norris, Head Coach William & Mary Men's SoccerHi, I’m Scot Cooper and welcome to the Tales From the Trail podcast by MatchPlay. In this episode Chris Norris, the head coach of the College of William and Mary men’s soccer program and I welcome one of his former players, Will Smith. As you will hear, Will made the most of his opportunity as a student-athlete on the field, on campus, and abroad. Among many other highlights, he went on to co-found a residential youth soccer academy in Liberia called LEAD MFA. There’s more to the story obviously, thank you for listening to hear the rest...2024-01-311h 19
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay91. Ryan Martin - Head Coach, Loudoun United of the USLHi, I’m Scot Cooper and welcome to the Tales From the Trail podcast by MatchPlay. In this episode Justin Chezem, head coach of Christopher Newport University men’s soccer and I welcome Ryan Martin, the head coach of USL side, Loudoun United. Ryan has worked with great soccer minds and that developed his coaching style. He discusses lessons he learned from his influences, how he evaluates players and the path from college to professional soccer. His perspective is valuable for anyone looking to advance to the next level. Thank you Coach Martin!https://www.loudoununitedfc.com/tech...2024-01-3057 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay89. Nacho Lerech of CSA BecasHi I’m Scot Cooper and welcome to the Tales From the Trail Podcast by MatchPlay. In this episode I welcome Nacho Lerech of CSA Becas International. Nacho discusses his journey from Argentina playing for a large club, Boca Juniors, to finding his way to college in the United States. He finished at the University of Vermont and began working for CSA Becas where he helps international students find a home at universities in the U.S. in addition to continuing his playing career in Europe. Nacho was a pleasure to have on the podcast, his enthusiasm for what he...2024-01-2541 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay88. Men's Soccer Coaches: Mt. St. Mary's Univ/George Mason Univ/Virginia Commonwealth Univ/Christopher Newport UnivHi I’m Scot Cooper and welcome to the Tales From the Trail podcast by MatchPlay. In this episode Justin Chezem of Christopher Newport University men’s soccer and I welcome Brett Teach, head coach of Mount St. Mary’s University men’s soccer, Michael Callahan, men’s soccer assistant coach at George Mason University, and Lucas Paulini, assistant at Virginia Commonwealth University men’s soccer. They were kind enough to all come on the podcast together to share their thoughts on recruiting, college soccer, and reflect on their time together at VCU. There’s a ton of useful information as...2024-01-251h 17
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay87. SALT Founder - Rafael de la VegaHi I’m Scot Cooper and welcome to the Tales from the Trail podcast by MatchPlay. In this episode I welcome Rafael de la Vega, founder of SALT, which is solving the smelly cleat problem. Their innovative cleat bag prevents odors from permeating into your bag, car, home, and anywhere else you keep your cleats. Rafael’s entrepreneurial story is inspirational, it was great to meet him and discuss his origin story, his products, and where he is taking SALT in the future.SummaryRafael de la Vega, co-founder of SALT, shares his journey from grow...2024-01-2344 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay86. Mason McKnight/Student-Athlete/Randolph-Macon College & Chris Norris/Head Coach/William & Mary Men's SoccerHi I’m Scot Cooper and welcome to the Tales From the Trail Podcast. In this episode I’m joined by Chris Norris, head coach of men’s soccer at the College of William and Mary. We welcome one of his former youth players, Mason McKnight. Mason discusses his recruiting story and how he arrived at the decision to attend Lycoming College. His first semester and season at Lycoming left him wanting a different college experience. As a result, Mason chose to transfer to Randolph-Macon College. This is an important discussion for anyone making the decision to attend college- it bri...2024-01-2354 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay81. Student Athletes- Michael Meese, Trinity & Augie Cooper, William & Mary w/ Justin Chezem, Head Coach, Men's Soccer Christopher Newport Univ In this episode, Justin Chezem and I welcome back Michael Meese, student-athlete at Trinity University and Augie Cooper, student-athlete at the College of William & Mary. We discuss some of the successes and challenges they faced during the season and what they have coming up in the next year. I’m sure a lot of what they have to say will resonate with most student-athletes. Thank you to Cheese, Michael, and Augie for the great conversation.SummaryThe conversation covers topics such as best goals, favorite goals, memorable games, study abroad experiences, spring semester plans, season re...2024-01-1658 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay80. Mindset Monday #11 with Eric Manuel of Expert Mindset CoachingIn this episode of Mindset Monday Eric discusses the ins and outs of developing mental toughness. SummaryIn this conversation, Scot Cooper and Eric Manuel discuss the concept of mental toughness. Eric explains that mental toughness is an umbrella term that encompasses various aspects such as resilience, coping with stressors, and bouncing back after losses. He introduces the Four Cs model of mental toughness, which includes confidence, commitment, challenge, and control. Each C is important and interconnected, and individuals should focus on improving the area that needs the most improvement. Eric emphasizes the importance of...2024-01-1408 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay79. Jimmy Conrad - 2009 MLS Humanitarian Award WinnerHi I’m Scot Cooper and welcome to the Tales From the Trail Podcast by MatchPlay. In this episode I welcome Jimmy Conrad. Among Jimmy’s many nicknames are Conradinho and Your Favorite US Men’s National Team ex-player. Jimmy’s shares his experiences growing up in an environment that created grit and resilience, fighting to live out his dream of playing for UCLA and winning a national championship. He went on to grind his way into the MLS and eventually on to the national team where he played in the 2006 World Cup. He now hosts the popular podcast on the C...2024-01-111h 17
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay75. Josh West, Assistant Coach, Villanova University & Chris Norris, Head Coach, College of William & MaryHi and welcome to the Tales From the Trail podcast by MatchPlay. In this episode I welcome the assistant coach of men’s soccer at Villanova University, Josh West and welcome back Chris Norris the long time men’s head soccer coach at the College of William and Mary. The guys remember Josh’s recruiting story and playing career for Coach Norris. They then move into recruiting in today’s youth soccer world. 2024-01-041h 09
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay74. Dr. Brad Miller, Psy.D, Founder of Soccer ResilienceHi and welcome to the Tales From the Trail podcast by Matchplay. In this episode I welcome Dr. Brad Miller, a licensed clinical psychologist, who has spent over 20 years helping youth and adult athletes grow their ability to control their performance anxiety and stress, to persevere and improve their overall sports performance. Brad played soccer at Wake Forest University and shares how his experience lead to him pursuing his profession and desire to help others. There’s a lot to learn from Dr. Miller from building mental resilience, importance of deep belly breathing as a tool for regulating emotions an...2024-01-041h 09
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay73. Eddie & Andrew Fiocca of Virginia Tech Club Soccer and Justin Chezem, Head Coach, Christopher Newport University Men's SoccerIn this episode Justin Chezem, Head Coach, Christopher Newport University Men's Soccer and I welcome Eddie and Andrew Fiocca, standouts on the Virginia Tech Club Men's Soccer Team. This past season they made it to the Final of the Club Soccer National Championships. They discuss the club soccer experience and prioritizing academics. 2024-01-0253 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay72. Mindset Monday #9 Motivation & Developing Habits w/ Eric Manuel of expertemindsetcoaching.comIn this episode of Mindset Monday, Eric Manuel, discusses intrinsic vs. extrinsic motivation and developing habits realistically. Perfect timing when considering your goals going into the New Year!2024-01-0108 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay71. Aleksey Korol, Associate Head Coach Univ of Illinois-Chicago, Indiana Univ HOF & David Marmon,CSCS, SCCC, TSAC-F, Head Sports Performance Coach, UICIn this episode I welcome back two of my favorite guests- newly inducted Indiana Hoosier hall of famer, Aleksey Korol who is the associate head coach at the University of Illinois Chicago and the Head Sports Performance Coach at UIC, David Marmon. This episode was recorded in-season and they discuss a wide range of topics based on their experiences as coaches of high performance athletes. Please enjoy!SummaryThe conversation explores the challenges faced in coaching teams and individuals, emphasizing the importance of mindset and hunger. The coaches discuss the need for players to believe...2023-12-2835 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay70. Jeff Hulett- Father of the Hulett Brothers, Author & Justin Chezem Head Coach, Christopher Newport Univ MSOCIn this episode Justin Chezem, head coach of Christopher Newport University Men’s soccer, welcome one of his former player’s father, Jeff Hulett. Jeff tells the story of watching his son’s last soccer match and the feelings it brought. He goes on to talk about his company College which is helping high school students make structured decisions about their future and college. I encourage you to check out Jeff’s book Making Choices, Making Money which is also a course he teaches at James Madison University as a professor of personal finance. The book connects personal financial success...2023-12-261h 13
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay69. Mindset Monday #8 - Motivation with Eric Manuel of expertmindsetcoaching.comIn this episode, Eric Manuel, discusses finding and using motivation in the pursuit of high performance.2023-12-2510 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay68. Greg Proctor - Student Athlete- Maryland United and York College CommitHi and welcome to the Tales From the Trail Podcast by MatchPlay. In this episode, Greg Proctor discusses his commitment to York College of Pennsylvania and the process leading up to it. He talks about transitioning to Maryland United and the college search process. Greg shares his experiences with official visits and receiving offers. He explains why he chose York College and discusses his interactions with the coach. Finally, Greg discusses his preparations for college soccer.TakeawaysCommitting to a college involves a thorough process of research, visits, and conversations with coaches.Consider...2023-12-2134 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay67. Discovery ID Camp Question & Answer (#2)In this episode we recorded a question and answer session at the Discovery ID Camp where the student athletes were given the forum to ask 5 college coaches their questions about the recruiting process and college soccer. Christopher Newport University, the College of William and Mary, Old Dominion University, Virginia Wesleyan University, and Hampden-Sydney College were in attendance. This is a highly valuable session and will help the listener better understand how to navigate becoming a college athlete. I encourage you to give it a listen and if you have further questions, please send them to me at scot.cooper...2023-12-2134 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay66. Virginia Development Academy ID Camp Q&A with 16 college CoachesIn this episode I was live at the Virginia Development Academy College ID Camp. Thank you to VDA and Matt Rowe. There were 16 college soccer coaches there answering questions from the student athletes. The schools represented were:Stevenson UniversityUniversity of VirginiaVirginia Commonwealth UniversityHampden-Sydney CollegeMount Saint Mary’sUniversity of the District of ColumbiaGeorge Mason UniversityEastern Mennonite UniversityShenandoah UniversityWilson CollegeBridgewater CollegeWilliam Peace UniversityLynchburg CollegeRandolph CollegeRadford UniversityAmerican UniversityThe campers asked great questions and coaches gave thorough answers that help clarify the process and what being a college soccer player is like. 2023-12-1932 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay65. Mindset Monday #7 with Eric Manuel, Expert Mindset CoachingWelcome to Mindset Monday! In these less than ten minute episodes, Eric Manuel, of Expert Mindset Coaching and I will address a different facet of mindset which apply to sport and life. To learn more about Eric’s practice, visit his website at www.expertmindsetcoaching.com2023-12-1808 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay64. Pitch Invaders- Founder & CEO In this episode I welcome Tory Key, the founder of Pitch Invaders. Born from his passion for soccer, Tory is working to engage youth soccer clubs and all of those that love the game to grow the sense of community through great apparel and products. Listen to how he came to create Pitch Invaders and where he wants to take it. Visit pitchinvadersusa.com to check out their great offerings!2023-12-1423 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay63. Nate Winkel - President, Playermaker USA In this episode I’m joined by Nate Winkel, President of Playermaker, North America. Nate discusses his youth, collegiate and pro career and playing overseas. He also talked about the company Playermaker playermakerusa.com whose product is a wearable player development system that is used to track and improve performance. This is an incredible device and Nate has provided one for us to give away to a lucky listener. Please visit matchplay_recruit and follow us on instagram to enter. A winner will be picked on December 31st! 2023-12-1455 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay62. Future Tribe ID Clinic - Prospects Q&A with College CoachesIn this episode I was onsite at the Virginia Revolution Sportsplex in Leesburg, Virginia for the Future Tribe ID Clinic. I recorded the three question and answer sessions with the prospects and coaches. In the first portion, Marsha Lycan, the associate head coach at the College of William and Mary. In the second section, Shenandoah University head women’s soccer coach, Elizabeth Pike fields questions, and in the final part, William and Mary head coach Julie Shackford talks with the prospects. There were many great questions from the student-athletes and a ton of information as a result. Thank you to...2023-12-141h 26
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay60. Chris Brown- SANIL - Student Athlete NILIn this episode I welcome the Chief Marketing Officer of Student Athlete NIL, Chris Brown. NIL, Name Image, & Likeness, has come to prominence in the collegiate athletics landscape over the last few years and if you will become or are a student-athlete, it’s in your best interest to understand what it is and how it can potentially benefit you and your collegiate experience. Chris does a great job walking through what it is, how it works, and where it’s going. Additionally, he shares his experience as the parent of a women’s soccer player in the ACC. Lots o...2023-12-121h 28
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay61. Gilda Doria- Co-Founder, SoccerHead & Scott Baker- Co-Founder SoccerHead and Head Coach of Rowan Univ Men's SoccerIn this episode I welcome the co-founders of a new venture called SoccerHead. Gilda Doria Gilda Doria is a 2x Captain of Duke University’s Women’s Soccer Team where she was a 2011 NCAA D1 National Finalist. She is also a 2016 Boston Breakers Reserves National Champion. Her Co-Founder is Scott Baker, who is the head coach of Rowan University men’s soccer. They met when Gilda was a youth player and through the years came to the conclusion that the most common differentiator they saw in successful players was exposure to a vast network. Their mission is to ensure that a...2023-12-1243 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay59. Mindset Monday #6 with Eric Manuel, Expert Mindset CoachingWelcome to Mindset Monday! In these less than ten minute episodes, Eric Manuel, of Expert Mindset Coaching and I will address a different facet of mindset which apply to sport and life. To learn more about Eric’s practice, visit his website at www.expertmindsetcoaching.com2023-12-1107 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay58. Julianne Sitch- University of Denver Women's Soccer & Jamie Gunderson- Christopher Newport University Women's SoccerIn this episode I’m fortunate to welcome two coaches who have won college national titles. Julianne Sitch holds multiple school records and accolades at DePaul University and was recently inducted into the school’s athletic hall of fame. Congratulations Julianne! She went on to play professionally in the US, Australia, and Sweden. As a coach, she was the women’s assistant coach at the University of Chicago and in the professional ranks as an assistant with the Chicaco Red Stars in the NWSL. She returned to the University of Chicago and led the men’s soccer team to an undef...2023-12-071h 17
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay56. Tommy DiNuzzo- Hampden-Sydney Men's Soccer & Justin Chezem- Christopher Newport Men's SoccerIn this episode Justin Chezem the head coach of men’s soccer at Christopher Newport University and Tommy DiNuzzo, Hampden-Sydney College’s head men’s soccer coach were at the Richmond Strikers College Night. I recorded their conversation about their seasons, recruiting, and the matches they were watching. This is an informative conversation that I’m certain you’ll find helpful. We plan on being at more of these events talking to coaches and student-athletes. Let me know what questions you have!2023-12-0516 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay57. Jourdan Schumacher- Goalkeeper, College of Charleston & Eric Manuel- Expert Mindset CoachingHi and welcome to the Tales From the Trail podcast. In this episode I welcome Jourdan Schumacher, student-athlete on the men’s soccer team at the College of Charleston and Eric Manuel of Expert Mindset Coaching. Jourdan and Eric discuss mindset strategies that have helped Jourdan grow as a person and an athlete. This is a fantastic conversation and I believe will be beneficial to all who listen, especially young student-athletes. Please do not hesitate to reach out to Eric if you have any questions or would like to explore working with him. He’s an excellent resource to elev...2023-12-0550 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay55. Mindset Monday #5 with Eric Manuel, Expert Mindset CoachingWelcome to Mindset Monday! In these less than ten minute episodes, Eric Manuel, of Expert Mindset Coaching and I will address a different facet of mindset which apply to sport and life. To learn more about Eric’s practice, visit his website at www.expertmindsetcoaching.com2023-12-0408 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay54. Bobby O'Brien- Virginia Reign & Virginia Legacy and Justin Chezem- Christopher Newport Men's SoccerIn this episode, Justin Chezem of Christopher Newport University men’s soccer and I welcome Bobby O’Brien. Bobby is the Technical Director of the Virginia Reign and Virginia Legacy Soccer Clubs in Williamsburg, VA. Bobby grew up playing in the club and went on to be a stand out at Virginia Tech. He shares his recruiting story and goes on to talk about helping youth players find their right spot after high school. It was a pleasure to have Bobby on the podcast.Bobby O’Brien - Show NotesThis conversation discusses the process of coa...2023-11-301h 01
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay53. Matt Lacey- Virginia Development Academy & Justin Chezem- Christopher Newport Men's SoccerIn this episode, Justin Chezem of Christopher Newport University men’s soccer and I welcome Matt Lacey. Matt is the Technical Director of the Virginia Development Academy (VDA), one of the top programs in Northern Virginia and the East Coast. VDA is part of the prestigious Elite Clubs National League or (ECNL), which is considered one of the top youth soccer leagues in the country. It was great to have Matt and his insights on the podcast.Matt Lacey Show NotesThis conversation discusses the process of coaching kids in soccer and the challenges that co...2023-11-281h 06
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay52. Mindset Monday #4 - Goal Setting with Eric ManuelEric Manuel of Expert Mindset Coaching discusses the importance of goal setting when pursuing high performance. This episode outlines how to utilize the SMART method.2023-11-2709 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay51. W&M Alum - Bozalongo, Levengood, Messer, & NwegboIn this episode, I welcome 4 old teammates. Alfredo Bozalongo, Alexander Levengood, Nathan Messer, and Diba Nwegbo all started at the College of William & Mary together as freshmen. They had great careers as undergrads and after graduation each took their own path. Alexander and Nathan transferred to other schools, Alfredo remained at William & Mary, while Diba signed a professional contract. They share why they made these decisions and how things are going and what’s next.SummaryIn this conversation, Alexander, Diba, Alfredo, and Nathan discuss their journey as college soccer players and their aspirations to pl...2023-11-211h 12
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay50. Mindset Monday #3 - Eric Manuel, Expert Mindset CoachingListen to the latest in our Mindset Monday Series with Eric Manuel of Expert Mindset Coaching. Eric works with athletes who are working to be their best and recognize the importance of having a mindset that optimizes their performance. We release Mindset Monday every week! 2023-11-2009 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay49. Phil Kroft - University of Chicago - Head Coach - Men's SoccerIn this episode, I welcome Phil Kroft, the head men’s soccer coach at the University of Chicago. At the time of release of this podcast, his team is headed into the third round of the NCAA tournament as they look to defend the national championship. Coach Kroft discusses his thoughts on recruiting and coaching.SummaryIn this conversation, Phil Kroft, the head coach of the University of Chicago men's soccer team, discusses the recruiting process and the differences between recruiting at different levels of college soccer. He shares his own experiences and insights into th...2023-11-1658 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay48. Marc Hubbard - University of New Hampshire - Head Men's Soccer CoachIn this episode, I welcome Marc Hubbard, the head men’s soccer coach at the University of New Hampshire. At the time of release of this podcast, they have a bye in the NCAA tournament as a program high #8 seed in their seventh straight NCAA tourney appearance. Coach Hubbard has quickly built a highly successful program since he took over in 2015. He discusses a bit of how he did it and his thoughts around recruiting and coaching.2023-11-1633 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay48. Coach Justin Kavanaugh - creator of the Athlete Centric Model and Author of the Best Selling Book 'Man Up'In this episode, Justin Chezem of Christopher Newport University and I welcome Coach Justin Kavanaugh. He believes that every coach/athlete relationship starts with trust. With two decades of coaching experience, he's devoted to helping athletes achieve greatness and empowering athletes worldwide. His training reaches the fastest and most successful athletes in sports, and through his platform, he seeks to enhance the lives of every athlete he connects with because he genuinely believes that sport can change lives. He's the author of the best-selling book "MAN UP" and the visionary creator of the Athlete Centric model. This one is...2023-11-141h 01
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay47. Mindset Monday #2 with Eric ManuelHi and welcome to the Tales From the Trail podcast by MatchPlay, Mindset Monday edition. In these less than ten minute episodes, Eric Manuel, of Expert Mindset Coaching and I will address a different facet of mindset which apply to sport and life. To learn more about Eric’s practice, visit his website at www.expertmindsetcoaching.com Please take an extra minute to rate and review the podcast where you listen. This is a huge help! Share the podcast with whomever you think would be interested and will help in their process. Check us out on social media as we...2023-11-1308 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay46. Omar Salgado - Former MLS #1 Pick, Alfredo Bozalongo, & Marcos Villeda, Former W&M men's soccer playersIn this episode, I welcome 3 fantastic guests. Omar Salgado was the first overall pick in the 2011 MLS Superdraft by the Vancouver Whitecaps. Additionally, he played in the youth national team systems of both Mexico and the United States. Towards the end of his professional career, he decided to pursue a career in law and last spring graduated from Northeastern University with his law degree. Along with Omar, I’m joined by Alfredo Bozalongo and Marcos Villeda. Both are recent graduates of the College of William & Mary who played soccer. Alfredo and Marcos had questions about pursuing professional soccer and la...2023-11-091h 40
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay45. Jay DeMerit - Rise x Shine Mentorship, Watford FC, USMNTIn this episode, US Soccer and Watford FC legend Jay DeMerit joins us for round 2. Justin Chezem of Christopher Newport University men’s soccer and Brendan Bourdage of William & Mary men’s soccer discuss with Jay his friendship with Elton John, growing a mentorship practice with his partner Dani Wilson, called RxS (Rise and Shine) Mentorship, and working on systems built off the pillars of Belief, Respect, Work Ethic, and positivity. Jay’s energy is contagious and he’s doing great things through his various ventures and speaking engagements. There is a lot to learn from this one.Summar...2023-11-0736 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay44. Mindset Monday #1 - Eric Manuel - Expert Mindset CoachingMindset Monday is with mindset coach Eric Manuel and we explore different aspects of the mindset of high performers that apply to sport and life. These brief episodes will give you something to consider about your mindset as you start your week. To learn more about Eric’s practice, visit his website at www.expertmindsetcoaching.com2023-11-0607 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay43. Mike Singleton- Washington & Lee University Men's Soccer & Brendan Bourdage, PhD, William & Mary Men's SoccerIn this episode I’m joined by Mike Singleton, head coach of men’s soccer at Washington & Lee University in Lexington, VA and former associate head coach of the men’s team at William & Mary in Williamsburg, VA Brendan Bourdage. These guys go fairly deep into their thoughts about their philosophies on coaching student athletes, developing leaders and all around good people.2023-11-021h 03
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay42. Michael Zabala - XO ArmorIn this episode, I welcome Michael Zabala, the founder of an innovative company called XO Armor. This company is changing how health care providers can help athletes quickly get back to training and competing post injury. Michael tells the story about how 3D scanning and printing a splint at Auburn University got a star receiver back on the field to deliver outstanding performance despite a hand injury. Since then, XO Armor has grown and provides 3D printed splints, guards, and casts for some of the best athletes in the United States not only due to injury but in prevention as...2023-11-0234 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay41. Emmett Rutkowski (Stetson University), Drew Crawford (Yale), Jack Roberts (St. Louis University)In this episode I welcome back Emmett Rutkowski, the head coach of men’s soccer at Stetson University. We are joined by two of his old assistant coaches: Jack Roberts, assistant coach of men’s soccer at St. Louis University and Drew Crawford, an assistant coach at Yale University men’s soccer. They bring their unique insights from different experiences and colleges to the podcast. I’m certain you’ll find it enjoyable and valuable. Please take an extra minute to rate and review the podcast where you listen. This is a huge help! Share the podcast with whomever you think woul...2023-10-301h 10
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay40. Richmond Strikers Players, Mary Shimko, Brandeis Women's Soccer, Justin Chezem, Christopher Newport Men's SoccerIn this episode I welcome two current youth players and two college coaches. Mary Shimko, the head coach of women’s soccer at Brandeis University and Justin Chezem of Christopher Newport University have a great conversation with two members of the Richmond Strikers, Jack Cranston, a defensive midfielder on the Boys U19 Elite boys team and Emma Sicat, of the U19 Elite girls team. Both student-athletes want to continue playing in college and have the opportunity to ask questions of the coaches and vice versa. There is a ton of useful guidance that applies to everyone and insights into ho...2023-10-261h 08
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay39. Matt Lamb (Rhodes College), Matt Lawrey (Atlanta United), & Tommy DiNuzzo (Hampden-Sydney College)In this episode Matt Lamb, Matt Lawrey, and Tommy DiNuzzo join me. Matt Lamb is the head coach of men’s soccer at Rhodes College in Memphis, Tennessee. Matt Lawrey is the Youth Academy Director at the MLS club Atlanta United. Returning to the podcast is Tommy DiNuzzo, the head coach of the Hampden-Sydney College men’s soccer program. They bring decades of experience around youth development, college recruiting, and are well-informed on what it takes to become a college soccer student-athlete. This is an enjoyable, informative podcast, these guys are old friends on top of being extremely knowledgeable in the...2023-10-231h 25
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay38. Dr. Seth Blee, Physical Therapist, Blee Elite Sports TherapyIn this episode I welcome physical therapist Dr. Seth Blee, MSPT, DPT, CFMT, CSCS owner of Blee Elite Sports Therapy https://www.bleeelitesportstherapy.com/ in Chantilly, VA near Washington, DC. Dr. Seth Blee has worked with professional athletes in many sports, including baseball, football, soccer, hockey, basketball, lacrosse, and mixed martial arts. He served as the Head Team Physical Therapist for the Washington Nationals from 2016-2023, and for the Washington Spirit of the National Women’s Soccer League from 2020-2022. He can be seen in ESPN’s Project 11 as he was the PT for 2020 NFL Comeback Player of the Year, Alex...2023-10-181h 15
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay37. Rich Diviney - Navy SEAL & Author of The Attributes and Brendan Bourdage, PhD, Asst Coach, William & Mary In this special episode I welcome Rich Diviney, author of the book The Attributes. Rich was inspired to write the book after his twenty years as a Navy SEAL. Commander Rich Diviney was intimately involved in the world-renowned SEAL selection process, which whittles exceptional candidates down to a small cadre of the most elite optimal performers. But Diviney was often surprised by which recruits washed out and which succeeded. Someone could have all the right skills and still fail, while recruits he might have initially dismissed would prove to be top performers. Eventually, Rich cracked the code. Through years...2023-10-1647 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay36. Nate Bell, Brooklyn United & Park Slope UnitedIn this episode Justin Chezem of Christopher Newport University men’s soccer and I welcome Nate Bell, the founder and executive director of Park Slope United and Brooklyn United in Brooklyn, New York. Nate started the club in 2012 and it has risen from a handful of five and six year olds to become the leading soccer program in Brooklyn with over 1400 players. The environment develops players who are confident to be creative, take risks, and be leaders in their communities.2023-10-121h 07
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay35. Christopher Newport University Women's Players and Coach Jamie GundersonIn this episode I welcome three current players and the head coach from Christopher Newport University women’s soccer team. Madie Vincent, Sarah Smith, and Hanna Heaton all transferred from Division I programs to find a home at CNU. Coach Jamie Gunderson joins his players and they recap their recruiting experiences along with the start of their collegiate careers and ultimately how they ended up at CNU.2023-10-091h 07
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay34. Eric Manuel, Mental Performance CoachIn this episode, Eric Manuel of Expert Mindset Coaching https://www.expertmindsetcoaching.com/ joins me to discuss his approach to helping athletes reach their performance potential. Eric’s athletic background led him to his career as a Sports Performance Coach. Eric works with athletes at all levels from high school and college student athletes to professional fighters and everyone in between. I’m certain you’ll find this conversation interesting if you compete on any level on the field or even in the working world2023-10-041h 10
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay33. Kat Zempolich - Founder, Morgan's MessageIn this episode, Kat Zempolich joins me to discuss her recruiting and college lacrosse career at Duke University. Then we dig into Morgan’s Message®, the organization she helped start to honor and remember her teammate and friend Morgan Rodgers who tragically took her own life in 2019. Morgan’s Message® strives to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health within the student-athlete community and equalize the treatment of physical and mental health in athletics. They aim to expand the dialogue on mental health by normalizing conversations, empowering those who suffer in silence, and supporting those who feel alone. In this compel...2023-10-0259 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay32. Tony Pacella, Head Coach, Sewanee University Men's SoccerTony Pacella, head coach of the men’s soccer team at Sewanee University in Tennessee is my guest. Tony is in his 10th year as head coach and we talk about his perspective on recruiting and playing college soccer.2023-09-2858 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay31. Women's Coaches: Mary Shimko, Brandeis University & Jamie Gunderson, Christopher Newport UniversityIn this episode I welcome Mary Shimko the head women’s coach at Brandeis University and Jamie Gunderson of Christopher Newport University women’s soccer. Mary played and graduated from Brandeis and proudly took over the head coaching role in 2020.2023-09-281h 05
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay30. Greg Proctor - High School Senior - Maryland United ECNLn this episode, I welcome Greg Proctor, high school senior in Maryland who plays for Maryland United. Greg is in the recruiting process and shares his experiences so far.2023-09-2534 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay29. Britta Marmon, NCSA & Justin Chezem, Men's Soccer, Christopher Newport UniversityIn this episode, Justin Chezem, men’s soccer coach at Christopher Newport University and I welcome Britta Marmon, Senior Recruiting Coach at Next College Student Athlete (NCSA) and former women’s college assistant coach. Britta discusses the ins and outs of the service offered by the NCSA.2023-09-251h 12
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay28. Anthony Kjenstad, President, Firefly RecoveryIn this episode my guest is Anthony Kjenstad, the president of Firefly Recovery. Firefly is a revolutionary recovery device used by professional & collegiate athletes, Olympians, and weekend warriors. It helps your body to recover faster by increasing blood flow throughout your entire body. Firefly is small and portable, so you can take it with you wherever you go. The evidence of positive results of this device have been researched as well as the fact that over 500+ pro and college programs benefit from using Firefly. I encourage you to visit their website and see it for yourself. If you decide to...2023-09-1833 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay27. Aleksey Korol - Men's Associate Head Soccer Coach - University of Illinois-ChicagoIn this episode we welcome Aleksey Korol, the Associate Head Coach at the University of Illinois-Chicago. Aleksey moved to the US from the Ukraine when he was in high school and went on to play collegiately at Indiana University. He made 3 college cup appearances and guided the Hoosiers to back-to-back national titles as a junior and senior. Korol concluded his collegiate career at Indiana in 1999 as the leading point scorer in NCAA Tournament history and the fourth-highest point scorer in the illustrious history of IU soccer. Aleksey was recently inducted into the Indiana University Athletics Hall of Fame. Aleksey then...2023-09-181h 13
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay26. Student-Athlete Series - Brianna Behm, University of South Carolina & Sofie Fox, Northeastern UniversityIn this episode I welcome Brianna Behm, a current senior on the women’s soccer team at the University of South Carolina and Sofie Fox, a graduate transfer student on the women’s soccer team at Northeastern University. Sofie played four years at Georgetown University before transferring for her fifth year. They share their experiences of playing for renowned programs and their recruiting stories. Please continue to subscribe to and share the podcast and follow MatchPlay on social media. And send me your comments and questions through Matchplayrecruit.com/podcastSummaryThe conversation covers topics such...2023-09-0959 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay25. Daniel Hulett of the Hulett Brothers In this episode we welcome Daniel Hulett of the Hulett Brothers. Daniel and his brother David are trick shot manufacturers who started during the pandemic and have grown into internet sensations and are now working full-time on conceiving and producing trick shots. Daniel started as a college student athlete playing soccer at Christopher Newport University. We cover his recruiting story, how his career in college evolved and how being in quarantine helped hatch the trick shot concept for him and his brother. Their story is a lesson for all in following your passion and putting in hard work. On the...2023-09-0446 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay24. Webb Kosich, William & Mary- Overcoming Illness and Fighting Back to Be With His TeamIn this episode I welcome Webb Kosich, a sophomore men’s soccer student-athlete at the College of William & Mary. Webb has a unique story of overcoming a major setback and persevering to return to playing soccer. I’ve spoken to several of his teammates and they are in awe and inspired by Webb’s journey back to campus and the team. This is an emotional podcast that includes his recruiting story, committing to play soccer in college, his first season, dealing with some big life threatening hurdles, and fighting his way back. Webb Kosich shares his journey as a c...2023-08-261h 05
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay23. Pre & Post Match with Hampden-Sydney College & Christopher Newport UniversityI recently went to the preseason friendly between Hampden-Sydney College and Christopher Newport University both perennial Division III men’s soccer powers. I was able to chat with head coaches Tommy DiNuzzo and Justin Chezem and players, Hampden-Sydney's Uriel Aguirre, Daniel Beb, and CNU's Asher Kuzemka, about the match to get their perspectives on expectations and reaction to the rigors of preseason and the match itself. Thank you to Prince William Soccer and Virginia Development Academy for hosting!2023-08-2610 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay22. U.S. Soccer Legend- Jay DeMeritHi and welcome to the Tales From The Trail Podcast by MatchPlay. This episode is a big one for us. We welcome US Soccer legend Jay DeMerit. Jay played his college soccer at University of Illinois-Chicago and then decided and committed to pursuing his goal of becoming a professional footballer in Europe. We get into what he went through to finally see that happen for Watford FC. He was instrumental in them being promoted to the English Premier League (he scored a fantastic goal in their promotion match) and became captain at the club and became a beloved player...2023-08-191h 16
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay21. Student-Athlete Series- Kenna McCarthyIn this episode, the second of our players series, we welcome a current women’s soccer student-athlete, Kenna McCarthy, who plays at Christopher Newport University in Newport News, VA. She was a part of the 2021 National Championship team and brings leadership and maturity that her coach, Jamie Gunderson, who also joins us, finds invaluable. Despite things not always going her way, Kenna is a fantastic example of being a role model and someone who her coaches and teammates can count on regardless of the situation. You’re going to enjoy this one. Please continue to subscribe to and share the...2023-08-1749 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay20. College Student-Athletes - Michael Meese, Trinity University & Augie Cooper, The College of William & MaryThis is a special episode, we have current college student-athletes as guests to discuss their recruiting stories and how their careers are going as they enter their senior years. Michael Meese of Trinity University in San Antonio and Augie Cooper of the College of William & Mary join Justin Chezem the men’s coach at Christopher Newport University and I in a conversation that covers a lot of ground including their individual recruiting processes, their experiences as teammates in college, the transfer portal, how their careers are going, and a little reminiscing. The song in the intro and outro is discussed in...2023-08-111h 09
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay19. Women's Coaches- Brendan Lawler, Manhattan College, Mike Eckberg, SUNY-New PaltzIn this episode, Justin Chezem of Christopher Newport University Men’s Soccer and I welcome Brendan Lawler, the women’s coach at Manhattan College and Mike Eckberg, the women’s coach at State University of New York - New Paltz. This is a fantastic conversation with three college coaches who have all been at it a long time. I’m certain that you’ll find the discussion informative and beneficial. Please continue to subscribe and share the podcast as well as send me questions and comments through matchplayrecruit.com. Check us out on facebook and instagram.SummaryThe c...2023-08-1025 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay18. The Intersection of Sport and Mental HealthJustin Chezem (of Christopher Newport University Men’s Soccer) and I, welcome psychologist, Mike Breske who was also a former collegiate soccer player at Virginia Tech and Christopher Newport University. Mike just finished his internship with the University of Missouri Counseling Center for Student Health & Well-Being, and is also currently studying to earn his PhD in psychology. He currently has a role with the Stanford University athletic department to work with their sports psychologists. In this episode, we hear about his relevant and unique perspective, discussing the intersection of mental health, well-being and athletics. I hope you find the di...2023-08-0658 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay17. Discovery ID Camp Question and Answer SessionWe recorded this live at Discovery ID camp on the campus of Christopher Newport University. This boy’s camp was attended by over 100 student athletes and coaches from 6 different colleges. We took the opportunity to do a question and answer session with the participants and coaches from each of the schools. Fielding questions from the audience was Chris Norris of William and Mary, Justin ‘Cheese’ Chezem of Christopher Newport University, Tommy DiNuzzo of Hampden-Sydney College, Teig Lesko of UNC-Wilmington, Jon Freeman of Washington & Lee, and Jason Kilby of the University of Mary Washington. There is a ton of great inform...2023-08-0252 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay16. Nate Daligcon, Men's Soccer Coach, Seattle University and Michael Teiman, Coach, Crossfire Premier, Seattle, WAIn this episode I welcome the head coach of the men’s soccer program at Seattle University, Nate Daligcon. Nate brings a ton of experience and a west coast perspective to the podcast. He’s been a part of the Redhawk program for over a decade and has been instrumental in being a perennial leader of the WAC conference. Also joining us is Michael Teiman. Michael came to the U.S. from Liverpool to play college soccer at the College of William & Mary and went on to coach at Wilkes University and Penn State-Berks. He then made his way west...2023-07-3130 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay15. Emmett Rutkowski, Stetson University, Tommy DiNuzzo, Hampden-Sydney College, Glenn Gray, Richmond StrikersI’m privileged to welcome 3 former college teammates who remain involved in soccer. Emmett Rutkowski is the head coach of the Stetson University Men’s Soccer team, Glenn Gray is the College Advisory Director at the historic youth club, the Richmond Strikers in Richmond, Virginia. I also welcome back Tommy DiNuzzo the head coach of the men’s team at Hampden Sydney College in Virginia. It’s an enjoyable conversation among 3 old friends with a ton of useful information as well. Please remember to share this podcast and send me your questions and comments through matchplayrecruit.com.Summary2023-07-2724 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay14. David Marmon, Head Sports Performance Coach, University of Illinois-Chicago & Chris Norris, Head Men's Soccer Coach, The College of William & MaryIn this episode I’m privileged to welcome David Marmon, the Head Sports Performance Coach at the University of illinois Chicago. David brings decades of experience in working with collegiate athletes to guide them through improving their performance and wellness. David is a wealth of knowledge and I’m lucky to have him on the podcast. Also joining us again is Chris Norris, the head men’s soccer coach at the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, VA. One of the topics is how coaches work together to improve athletes’ performances.Please remember to share this podcast along with pro...2023-07-241h 03
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay13. Dani Gunderson of Muskingum University & Jamie Gunderson of Christopher Newport UniversityI welcome siblings who are both head coaches of women’s collegiate soccer teams. Dani Gunderson is the head women’s soccer coach at Muskingum University in New Concord Ohio. Her brother, Jamie Gunderson is the head coach of the Christopher Newport University women’s soccer team in Newport News, VA. Our discussion delves into some deeper topics as well as recruiting.SummaryThe conversation covers topics such as favorite teams in the World Cup, empowering young women, representation in the LGBTQ+ community, developing leadership and confidence, assumptions and myths in recruiting, and the transfer experi...2023-07-1823 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay12. Julie Shackford- William & Mary Women's Soccer CoachJulie Shackford of William & Mary women's soccer offers her perspective on the ins and outs of recruiting and college soccer.2023-07-1420 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay11. Mike Brizendine - Virginia Tech Men's Soccer & Chris Norris - William & Mary Men's SoccerMike Brizendine the head men’s soccer coach at Virginia Tech and Chris Norris the head coach at William & Mary men’s soccer. We’re fortunate to be able to tap into their decades of experience recruiting student athletes and their insights into how to manage the recruiting process.2023-07-1133 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay10. Dan Weiler, Head Coach, Johns Hopkins University Women's SoccerJustin Chezem, head coach at Christopher Newport University men's soccer and I welcome Dan for another episode. Dan is coming off a national championship season and is looking for continued success through effective recruiting.2023-07-0619 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay9. Adam Perron, University of Virginia, Assistant Coach & Recruiting Coordinator, Men's SoccerJustin Chezem, Head Coach, Men's Soccer, at Christopher Newport University and I welcome Adam Perron from the University of Virginia. He is the assistant coach and recruiting coordinator for the historic men's soccer team. He provides insights in recruiting, ID camps and more on this episode.2023-07-0428 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay8. Expectations: Timeline for Communicating with College CoachesI recently received an email from a parent about the timeline of when recruits fan expect to hear from college coaches. I brought on a Division 1 coach and a Division 3 coach to address when they reach out to players by graduation year. We also discuss the importance of ID camps and other various topics.2023-07-0127 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay7. Carlos Vera- The Ultimate Fighter Contestant- Adapting a Winning Fighter's Mindset to Sport and LifeWelcome to another episode of tales from the trail. This edition is a special one, Justin Chezem and I welcome an up and coming professional athlete, Carlos Vera. Carlos is outside the usual guest profile, he’s a professional mixed martial arts fighter. He is currently a contestant on The Ultimate Fighter on ESPN. The UFC produced show brings in 16 fighters to compete against each other to determine a winner who is awarded a contract to fight in the UFC. On the show, the 16 fighters are divided into two teams of 8, each coached by a veteran of the UFC. In...2023-06-281h 21
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay6. College of William & Mary Women's Coach - Julie ShackfordCheck out the latest episode of Tales From The Trail by MatchPlay with Julie Shackford the head coach of women's soccer at the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. Coach Shackford shares her thoughts on communicating with coaches prior to tournaments, finding the right fit, and other topics.SummaryIn this conversation, Julie Shackford, the head women's soccer coach at the College of William and Mary, discusses the recruiting process and what she looks for in potential recruits. She emphasizes the importance of starting the recruiting process early and sending professional emails to...2023-06-2123 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay5. Mike Brizendine, men's soccer coach at Virginia Tech & Chris Norris, men's coach at William and MaryIn this episode I welcome Mike Brizendine, men's soccer coach at Virginia Tech & Chris Norris, men's coach at the College of William and Mary. We discuss several ins and outs of recruiting from the perspective of a coach from arguably the most competitive soccer conference in the country, the ACC.2023-06-1423 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay4. Women's Soccer Coach at Johns Hopkins University, Dan Weiler and Justin Chezem, Christopher Newport UniversityMy guests are Dan Weiler, women's coach at Johns Hopkins University and Justin Chezem, men's coach at Christopher Newport University. We discuss strategies high school recruits can use to become college athletes. It can be an overwhelming process and these insights are highly useful.2023-06-0124 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay0. Tales From the Trail TrailerHi, I’m Scot Cooper, founder of MatchPlay. I started this podcast to bring as much information to high school athlete recruits and their families as I possibly can. Everyone who wants to explore playing their sport in college deserves a shot. To make that equitable from a knowledge standpoint, I started MatchPlay’s Tales from the Trail podcast. I hope you find it informative and enjoyable. We’ve put a lot of work into finding experts and having discussions that will be a benefit to you. Please subscribe, please share it, please rate it. I want to sustain this p...2023-05-2400 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay3. College Soccer Recruiting w/ Chris Norris, William & Mary and Justin Chezem, Christopher Newport UniversityGuests Chris Norris, men's soccer coach at the College of William and Mary and Justin Chezem, men's soccer coach at Christopher Newport University continue the discussion of recruiting and specifically how to navigate the process of becoming a college athlete. Highlighted by stories about campus visits.2023-05-1624 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay2. College Soccer Recruiting w/ Chris Norris, William & Mary and Justin Chezem, Christopher Newport UniversityPart 2 of the discussion with Chris Norris of William and Mary Men's soccer and Justin Chezem of Christopher Newport University both in Southeast Virginia. We continue to discuss insights in recruiting and making the most of your interactions with college coaches.2023-04-1823 min
Tales From the Trail by MatchPlay1. College Soccer Recruiting w/ Chris Norris, William & Mary and Justin Chezem, Christopher Newport University Chris Norris, Head Coach, Men's Soccer, The College of William and Mary (Division I), Williamsburg, VA Justin 'Cheese' Chezem, Head Coach, Men's Soccer, Christopher Newport University (Division III), Newport News, VAIn this episode we discuss writing a succinct & effective email to college coaches. Hit specific points and focus on making it an easy and quick read. Who should write the email?We begin to explore the role of the parent in the recruiting process.Chris and Justin share stories from decades of coaching and recruiting.2023-04-0624 minMeryl Streep and The Movies with Zachary Scot Johnson and Maryl McNallyLittle Women : Episode 35 of Meryl Streep and The Movies with Zachary Scot Johnson and Maryl McNallyLongtime friends and Meryl Streep fans Zachary Scot Johnson ( www.youtube.com/user/thesongadayproject/about ) and Maryl McNally discuss 2019's "Little Women", which co-stars Saoirse Ronan, Emma Watson, Florence Pugh, Eliza Scanlen, Laura Dern, Timothee Chalamet, Tracy Letts, Bob Odenkirk, Chris Cooper, James Norton and more. Directed and adapted screenplay by the brilliant Greta Gerwig.Email the hosts at MerylStreepPodcast@gmail.com and please remember to rate, review and subscribe to this podcast.2020-01-171h 25Meryl Streep and The Movies with Zachary Scot Johnson and Maryl McNallyMary Poppins Returns and 2019 Oscar Discussion : Episode 26 of Meryl Streep and the Movies with Zachary Scot Johnson and Maryl McNally. Emily Blunt, Glenn Close, Black Panther, Spike Lee, The Favourite, Vice, Christian BaleLongtime friends and Meryl Streep fans Zachary Scot Johnson ( www.zacharyscotjohnson.com ) and Maryl McNally discuss 2018's "Mary Poppins Returns" and the 2018 Academy Award Nominations. Discussed: Black Panther, BlacKkKlansman, Bohemian Rhapsody, The Favourite, Green Book, Roma, A Star Is Born, Vice, If Beale Street Could Talk, Christian Bale, Bradley Cooper, Willem Dafoe, Rami Malek, Viggo Mortensen, Steve Carell, Yalitza Aparicio, Glenn Close, Olivia Coleman, Lady Gaga, Melissa McCarthy, Julia Roberts, Emily Blunt, Mahershala Ali, Adam Driver, Sam Elliott, Richard E. Grant, Sam Rockwell, Amy Adams, Marina De Tavira, Regina King, Emma Stone, Rachel Weisz, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Colin Firth, Dick V...2019-02-041h 35Meryl Streep and The Movies with Zachary Scot Johnson and Maryl McNallyMamma Mia! and Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again Double Feature : Episode 24 of Meryl Streep and The Movies with Zachary Scot Johnson and Maryl McNallyLongtime friends and Meryl Streep fans Zachary Scot Johnson (www.zacharyscotjohnson.com) and Maryl McNally discuss 2008 jaugernaut smash hit "Mamma Mia!" and the 2018 sequel "Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again". In addition to Meryl, the films star Amanda Seyfried, Pierce Brosnan, Stellan Skarsgard, Colin Firth, Christine Baranski, Julie Walters, Lily James, Dominic Cooper, Jeremy Irvine, Josh Dylan, Alexa Davies, Hugh Skinner, Jessica Keenan Wynn and more.Email MerylStreepPodcast@gmail.com with questions, ideas, comments and follow MerylStreepPodcast on Instagram and be sure to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast.2018-11-161h 12Meryl Streep and The Movies with Zachary Scot Johnson and Maryl McNallyAdaptation: Episode 2 of Meryl Streep and the Movies with Zachary Scot Johnson and Maryl McNallyHosts Zachary Scot Johnson ( www.zacharyscotjohnson.com ) and Maryl McNally ( www.neverlandtheatrecompany.com ) host episode two of "Meryl Streep and The Movies with Zachary Scot Johnson and Maryl McNally". Today's episode is a discussion of the 2002 hit "Adaptation", with Meryl, Nicolas Cage, Chris Cooper, Brian Cox, Tilda Swinton and more, as well as Meryl's instantly famous Cecil B. DeMille award acceptance speech and her Oscar nomination chances. Join us!2017-01-251h 43