Paul Conway is a native of Dublin. He played his college soccer at Lambuth University in Jackson TN. Paul or Paulie as hes known is a legend in West Tennessee. Paul ended up playing for Richie Grant at Lambuth and later joining him at the University of Memphis as a Graduate Assistant. Paul has held roles at Lambuth University as the Head Coach as w…

We are joined by Co-Founder and Chairperson of the Head in the game group to discuss the organization and Mental Health within the game. Chicago based Dean gives us a great insight in to the group and the topic of mental health, we discuss mental health in football as well as being a football coach abroad and what it all means. Head in the Game was…

Here is our recent podcast with GoPlay Sports Tours. Joining the discussion are NAICA President John O'Rourke, and board members, Enda Crehan, and Darragh Boyle. Thanks to GoPlay for having us on to discuss our organization and what it means for the Irish in America. Dont forget to check us out on social media and register for our Free membership h…

Pearl has played for Raheny United in the Women’s National League in the 2012/13 season after returning home from college in America. In the USA Pearl played for Hutchinson CC and Clayton State University. She was part of a squad for the next three seasons that won two league titles and three FAI Cups, while also competing in the 2013/14 and 2014/1…

Johnny McKinstry is a UEFA Pro Coach and Professional football manager from Northern Ireland. He has experience coaching in Asia, Europe, North America and Africa, he has a track record of consistently raising performance at elite level - by developing teams, players and staff. A fascinating story and journey. Below is a list of clubs and countries…

Molloy, who is from Dublin, hails from a soccer family: His father, Trevor, was a prominent striker in the League of Ireland. The younger Molloy began his career at Drogheda United in 2016 before moving across the pond to Keiser University (Fla.) and then Penn State. Molloy starred for Reading United AC in his college off-season's, winning USL Leag…

Larry Mahony is a former FAI UEFA ‘A’ License instructor with over 30 years of coaching experience. He has provided expert coaching for players at every level of football in Ireland, from the youngest beginners all the way up to the professionals of Ireland’s National League. He has worked with underage international teams and – as coach on the FAI…

Patricia Hughes comes to the position as the College Programs Officer after three and half years as Athletic Director of Salem College in Winston-Salem, NC. During her successful tenure at Salem, she led multiple community initiatives, developed a college-wide NCAA Compliance education program, and implemented and monitored Title IX training strate…

McCourt is a former Northern Ireland International whose playing career spans over 17 years. At the height of his time as a pro, Paddy played for Celtic and had 18 senior appearances with Northern Ireland. A winger by trade, Paddy was nicknamed ‘the Derry Pele’ due to his technical ability and propensity for scoring ‘wonder goals’. Today, Paddy is …

As a young player, Sean Kelly stood out within Arsenal’s youth academy. A talented center back with a high soccer IQ, he captained Arsenal in the FA Youth Cup and played with Cesc Fabregas, one of the most accomplished players in English Premier League history. Kelly also has caps for the Irish U17 and U19s. Through a series of unfortunate injuries…

Steve Guppy as a player appeared in over 550 matches as a professional from 1989 to 2008, including two separate stints in the English Premier League with Leicester City (1997-2001 and 2004). Guppy recorded 161 appearances for the Foxes as a left winger. Guppy also appeared for Newcastle United, Port Vale, Celtic Leeds United, Stoke City, Wycombe W…

Don O'Riordan (born in Dublin) is an Irish former professional footballer and football manager. O'Riordan notably played for Middlesbrough, Grimsby Town and Notts County among others and has been on the coaching staffs at Sheffield United, in the role of technical director/coach of their feeder club Chengdu Blades F.C. in China. Don has also coache…

Dolores Deasley begins her 13th season as head coach of the Jones College Bobcats in 2020. Deasley received a BS degree in education from Hofstra University in 2004 and her master’s in sports management from the University of Southern Mississippi, where she was an assistant coach for the Lady Eagles’ soccer team. During her senior year at Hofstra, …

Paddy Barrett began his professional playing career with Scottish side Dundee United FC before being loaned to his hometown club Waterford FC in 2014. From 2015-17, Barrett spent three years with League of Ireland Premier Division powerhouse Dundalk FC, where he competed in a UEFA Europa League playoff match and Champions League qualifiers during h…

A native of Ballina, Ireland, Sully has worked at many different levels in the United States and abroad. While at the Atlanta Beat, O’Sullivan coached USA National team players, Hope Solo, Tobin Heath, Lori Chalupny & Angie Kerr; also present were many top international players, including Japan’s captain Aya Miyami, 2008 Hermann Winner Mami Yamaguc…

Brendan Teeling holds a UEFA A license and is currently working within the Vancouver Whitecaps organization. Brendan has also worked as an assistant director of the Elite Development League program for LA Galaxy in Orange County, California. Brendan grew up in County Meath and attended University in Ireland as well as doing his graduate work in Ont…

Shane Edward O'Neill (born September 2, 1993) is an Irish-American soccer player who plays for Seattle Sounders in the MLS. O’Neill began his career with the Colorado Rapids in 2012. Shane has also played in Holland and England. O'Neill is the son of former All-Ireland winning Cork Gaelic Footballer, Colm O'Neill , and is a nephew of former Kerry G…

Méabh De Búrca (born 11 August 1988) is an Irish Footballer who played for the Republic of Ireland women's national football team and Women's National League club Galway. At club level she previously played in America for Boston Aztec, in Norway for Amazon Grimstad and for Swedish club Eskilstuna United. De Búrca can play in defence or midfield. Me…

Niall Logue originally from Derry played for four years at Institute. Logue then moved to the United States in 2014 to play college soccer at Yavapai College in Arizona, where he played for two years before transferring to Ohio State. On 21 February 2018, Logue joined League of Ireland Premier Division side Derry City. He spent part of the 2018 sea…

Ryan is a native of Tipperary and has amassed a legendary professional career that spans 15 years and two continents. He made his professional debut with Sunderland in the English Premier League in the 2003 season. After an 11-year career in Europe, playing in the first division in Ireland, Scotland, and Belgium, Ryan moved to the United States and…

The North American Irish Coaches teamed up again with the Modern Soccer Coach to bring you a live interview and Q&A with former Republic of Ireland and Wolves coach, Terry Connor. He discusses his coaching journey, perspectives on Irish football, and answer questions from the coaches in attendance. A fantastic insight to his journey and the loyalty…

Irish Football Association elite performance director, Jim Magilton, joined us in the Summer as we teamed up again with Modern Soccer Coach and Gary Curneen. We discussed his youth experience at Liverpool, and his playing career in the Premier League, and his experiences on the management side of the game with Ipswich Town and Queens Park Rangers. …

Last week Modern Soccer Coach and the North American Irish Coaches again teamed up for an interview with Republic of Ireland and Sunderland legend Niall Quinn. He came on to promote the exciting new League of Ireland Streaming Service that they have launched recently, and then discussed some areas in his own career including his time on trial at Fu…

Caffrey joined the club in 2015. The Dublin, Ireland native holds experience in MLS and with the United States national team program. Caffrey spent 2014 at Chivas USA as the first assistant coach under Wilmer Cabrera. He served as an assistant coach and fitness coach with the Colorado Rapids on Oscar Pareja’s staff from 2012-13. Caffrey also was th…

Former Tottenham and Republic of Ireland player and Premier League manager Chris Hughton joined the Modern Soccer Coaches live interview in conjunction with the North American Irish Coaches this past summer. The former Newcastle, Norwich, Birmingham and Brighton manager discusses the following: - What he learned playing under Jack Charlton - Managi…

Stephen Murray is responsible for the recruitment of students in Ireland and Northern Ireland. Stephen graduated from Lambuth University in 2005 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business and Sports Management. Following university, Murray also played professionally in the USA with the USL Division One side Wilmington Hammerheads. He also played with Mem…

Gary is joined by Martin O'Neill for a special live interview alongside the North American Irish Coaches. The former Ireland, Celtic, Sunderland, Aston Villa manager discusses his journey and experiences in the game, including: - Playing under Brian Clough - Why he chose Roy Keane as an assistant coach - Difference between coaching for development …

McCabe was born in Ringsend, Co Dublin. He grew up playing with his local side Cambridge Boys and Ashbourne United in Meath among others, before deciding to travel to the United States to pursue a scholarship offer and a chance to earn a degree at Young Harris College. He currently plays for Louisville City FC.…

Padraic is the Director of Team Operations for OKC Energy. He speaks about his journey from college soccer to working in the USL Championship. We discuss scouting, managers worked with and the future of the game. Enjoy Everyone!!!!

This is from the live interview that Gary did with Jim McGuinness alongside the North American Irish Coaches. Jim achieved huge success as a coach in GAA with Donegal, but then moved over to soccer working with Celtic academy and U20, and then moving to Beijing to work with Roger Schmidt. In this interview he discusses: - How he changed the culture…

Stephen Rice is a former player with Coventry city, Bohemians and Shamrock Rovers. He has recently earned his UEFA Pro License and is continuing his education with a masters degree at UCD. This is a great insight into the journey of Stephen Rice. Enjoy!!

Alan McCann is the Current Head Coach at Reading United. Alan has been named the National Coach of the Year and has helped many players turn professional. He also has a wide variety of college soccer experience having played in the NAIA and the NCAA levels.

Darragh is an Assistant Coach at Desales University in Pennsylvania. We discuss all things related to his journey of becoming a GA as well as what his life is like. Enjoy!!!

Introduction to the North American Irish Coaches Podcast.

John Romanoski spoke to us about the U-20 Team amalgamating with the Senior Team in the new National Team Program at today’s announcement of the game with Belgium

The Wolfhounds General Manager Alan Orr spoke to us after the announcement of the International game against Belgium in October

Ciaran O’Sullivan, Ireland Wolfhounds Head Coach, spoke after the announcement that Ireland will play the Belgian Barbarians in an International game in October

A delighted West Dublin Rhinos Head Coach Barry Bolton spoke to us after their 13-3 Playoff win over the Minotaurs

Westmeath Minotaurs Coach Conor Brennan spoke to us shortly after their 13-3 playoff defeat to the Rhinos

We caught up with Panthers running-back Ben Arulogun after his 4-Touchdown game against the Mavericks to talk about his season and the big clash with the Rebels this weekend

After-match reaction from the Minotaurs Head Coach Conor Brennan following their 26-0 victory over the Galway Warriors

Reaction from Galway Warriors Head Coach Colm O’Halloran after their 26-0 defeat to the Westmeath Minotaurs

Dublin Rebels quarter-back Andy Dennehy spoke after their 21-14 defeat to the Belfast Trojans