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Sean and Dylan are two Division 3 graduates from the USA, who dropped everything to pursue their dream of being professional soccer players. Both playing in Germany now, the boys tell their stories and break down each aspect of the steps required to go pro, stay pro, and stay happy. With the help and stories of amazing guests to inspire you to pursue your own dreams and ultimately MAKE YOUR OWN PATH. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Professional footballer Justin Rennicks is currently playing for AC Oulu in Finland's Veikkausliiga. He has played in the MLS, USL Championship and USL League One as well as taking the field for the USA in the U-20 World Cup. Having over 30 appearances in the MLS for the New England Revolution, Justin decided to leave the comfort of his hometown an…
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We sat down for the second time with sport psychologist Dan Abrahams. Dan has worked some of the world's best athletes including premier league players and most recently with Arne Slot at Feyenoord during their title winning season. Even Gareth Bale said Dan's book "Soccer Tough" was life changing. It's been over 2 years since we had him on and he …
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We sat down with the powerful Satara Murray, a professional soccer player for Sheffield United whose journey is as inspiring as it is unique. Born in Brooklyn and raised in Austin, Satara's love for the game propelled her to a national championship with the UNC Tar Heels, marking the beginning of an impressive career. From her debut with Liverpool …
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THE FULL VIDEO VERSION IS AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kI7ss7b7BWU&t=2180s Sean sits down with Ashkanov Apollon, a Haitian international who defied the odds to carve out a successful career in professional soccer despite starting at the age of 17. Ash shares the fascinating story behind his late start, explaining how his lo…
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We sat down with American professional soccer player Sam Rogers. At 25 years old, Sam has spent time playing in the USL Championship, Norway's First and Second tier, US Youth National Team and has made 1 appearance for the US Men's National Team. Sam shares his unique journey with us, from deciding to pursue the professional route instead of colleg…
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Small sided is a segment where we highlight one of our favorite moments with a guest. This one is from our episode with Caleb Stanko, the former Bundesliga and MLS player who was most recently in Greece's top league. We discuss some of the best advice he's ever received on how to approach games in a calm manner and how to respond after making mista…
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Dylan and Sean talk about the new Pro deal Sean signed recently. After spending 1 season in Mongolia and almost 7 years in Germany, Sean is finally back playing in the US. They talk about the importance of staying game ready, networking and how it lead to this opportunity for Sean, having confidence going into a trial, Sean's debut this past weeken…
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Small sided is a segment where we highlight one of our favorite moments with a guest. This one is from our episode with Peter Swinkels, the former USL League One goalkeeper who recently decided to retire from the sport of soccer. In this snippet we talk about that transition into the business world and the similarities that he found. As well as the…
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We recently connected with American professional soccer player Caleb Stanko. At 31, Caleb has experienced the highs and lows of a soccer career that spans multiple countries and leagues. A current free agent, Caleb has played across 4 countries and even has a cap for the USMNT. Caleb shares his journey from moving to Germany as a teenager to join S…
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We sat down with Joe Gyau, a professional American soccer player whose journey has taken him from Silver Spring, Maryland to the soccer pitches of Europe and beyond. At just 17, Joe made the bold decision to leave his home and pursue his dream in Germany, joining the ranks of TSG Hoffenheim. In Germany, Joe spent time with renowned clubs such as FC…
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Small sided is a segment where we highlight one of our favorite moments with a guest. This one is from our episode with Jordan Bender, the former Orlando City, Cape Town City, and Charlotte Independence midfielder who is now playing in the Latvian first tier. We talk everything Flow State. Entering it, keeping it, the differences we find in our gam…
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We sat down with Peter Swinkels, the former USL League One goalkeeper who recently decided to hang up his boots and explore life beyond the soccer field. Peter's career has seen him play for teams like One Knox and Spokane Velocity, with formative experiences in the Netherlands shaping his professional journey. We delve into Peter's decision to ret…
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In this exciting episode, we're joined by Chris Griebsch, the co-founder of Warubi Sports and a former professional soccer player with an enlightening journey. 🌏⚽️ Chris shares his unique story of transitioning from the soccer fields to the entrepreneurial world. We'll dive into his soccer career that took him to playing at Hofstra University in Ne…
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In this exciting episode, we're joined by Chris Griebsch, the co-founder of Warubi Sports and a former professional soccer player with an enlightening journey. 🌏⚽️ Chris shares his unique story of transitioning from the soccer fields to the entrepreneurial world. We'll dive into his soccer career that took him to playing at Hofstra University in Ne…
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Our Fast Feet Quick Fire Questions from episode1:40 Taking in the Moment with Jordan Bender: The American in Latvia Favorite Player, Best Moment, Best Player He's Ever Played with and More! Check out the full episode on our feed below this one: We recently sat down with Jordan Bender, a 22-year-old American soccer player now making waves in the Lat…
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We recently sat down with Jordan Bender, a 22-year-old American soccer player now making waves in the Latvian First Tier with FK Metta. A former U20 USA national team player, Jordan's professional career began with a homegrown contract at Orlando City SC, where he played and trained alongside legends like Kaká, Nani, and Pato. His career also saw h…
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Small sided is a segment where we highlight one of our favorite moments with a guest. This one is from episode 1:39 Fight For What You Want With The Uruguayan Professional Footballer Mateo Aramburu. We talk about being grateful with where you are as a player, the amazing opportunity of playing in the Uruguayan first tier, comparison, and striving f…
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Our Fast Feet Quick Fire Questions from episode 1:39 Fight For What You Want With The Uruguayan Professional Footballer Mateo Aramburu. Favorite Player, Best Moment, Best Player He's Ever Played with and More! Check out the full episode right next to this one: We discuss difficult times without a club, highlighting the importance of maintaining bel…
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The remarkable journey of Mateo Aramburu, a footballer whose story transcends borders and embodies the true spirit of resilience. Born in Guatemala and of Uruguayan and English descent, Aramburu's passion for the game has taken him on a whirlwind adventure across continents. He is currently playing for CA Progreso in the Primera División Apertura, …
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Discover the remarkable journey of Sarah Puntigam, Austrian soccer sensation and captain of the national team. From her roots in Europe to her current role with the Houston Dash in the NWSL, Sarah's career epitomizes breaking barriers and embracing challenges. With experience across top leagues in France, Germany (including stints at FC Köln and Ba…
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At just 22 years old, Marcelo Palomino has already left an indelible mark on the sport, representing the youth USA national team, gracing the pitches of Major League Soccer with the Houston Dynamo, and now, embarking on a new chapter in the Superettan league in Sweden.Marcelo Palomino is a 22 year old professional soccer player from Houston, Texas.…
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Johan Gómez is a 22 year old professional soccer player from Texas, currently playing for Eintracht Braunschweig in the 2nd Bundesliga. Having known he wanted to test his abilities in Europe, Johan ventured to Porto after several trials around Europe, eventually joining their u19 setup and B team one year after the other. A testing time for the you…
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Marcus Urban is currently the head of education of coaching at 1. FC Union Berlin. Having spent years traveling the world, Marcus realized he was fascinated by football development in different countries. He knew that his goal was to work in football but the question was how could he best utilize his talents and carve his own way. A student of the …
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Kayla Fernandez is a professional footballer for Atlas FC in the Liga MX Femenil, Mexico's first tier. After teaming up with her two sisters at Tulsa University, Kayla decided to venture into a new country and environment. Guadalajara has been the starting point to her professional career and hopefully helps her get back to the Mexican national tea…
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The full video version of this episode can be found here on our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/PZEZhIaonW4Ivan Klasnić is a former professional footballer and current football agent. Having rose through the ranks at the famous FC St. Pauli, and helping them promote to the first bundesliga, Ivan transferred an hour southwest to Werder Bremen. The…
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Lucas Stauffer is an American born professional soccer player who has traveled the world playing the beautiful game. He's found success both domestically and abroad, and has challenged himself to find opportunities to grow himself both on and off the field. At a very early age he was tested in Holland and Denmark, an experience that really opened h…
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Sometimes you just want to kick it with friends and talk about the world of soccer. Especially when its our friend, former guest, world traveler, and USL League One professional Jake Keegan. We cover A LOT of ground in this one: - Tactics- Formations - MLS and the Open Cup drama- Most difficult moments in our careers- That Michael Owen quote about …
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Lara Schenk is a German born professional player for RSC Anderlecht in Belgium. Spending time in the Wolfsburg Academy, and youth national team setups, Lara ultimately chose to study and play at Harvard University in the USA. From there she ventured back to Europe to play professionally, first with Club Brugge and then with RSC Anderlecht. At just …
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The Layover Hoodie. Black, Oversized and Insanely Comfortable.https://footwork.club/product/the-layover-hoodie/9am. 3pm. 21:00. Newark. Hamburg. Bangkok.No matter the time, no matter the city or airport, the Footwork Original Layover Hoodie is the only choice. As globe-trotters and travelers we found our inspiration in the miles/km that lay ahead. …
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Joe Enochs is an American professional coach for SSV Jahn Regensburg in the 3rd Bundesliga. He came to Germany in 1993 and it’s been his home ever since. A club legend at VfL Osnabrück, he played in over 350 games and also featured once for the USMNT. His playing career transitioned into coaching as he spent time with Osnabrück’s second team, stint…
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A different episode today...We do consultations here at Footwork, where we try to make ourselves available for players who want to connect, ask questions, and maybe advice. We think it's a good way of giving back and also expanding both of our networks. A win-win situation. This particular consultation contained a lot of interesting and thought-pro…
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We ventured to eastern Germany to take part in a UEFA B License Course. It was an international course run by Warubi Sports, so there were coaches from the US, Germany, Canada, Mexico, England, Holland, Brazil, and Australia to name a few. Want to find out what goes into the course and the things we learned as both coaches and players? Then look no…
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Kyle McLagan has spent the last two seasons at Víkingur Reykjavík, one of Iceland’s oldest clubs, and current league champion. Kyle is currently recovering from an ACL and MCL injury and reflects on his road to professional football. An underdog route, which included earning a scholarship as an ‘invited walk-on’. One which also included overcoming …
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James Lawrence is a professional footballer for FC Nürnberg in the second Bundesliga. His roadmap has had several stops, some less common than others, but all have left him with a plethora of experiences and accomplishments. From Arsenal Youth Academies, to Ajax, to Slovakia, Belgium with Anderlecht, and Germany with St. Pauli and FC Nürnberg, Jame…
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Morten Knudsen (check out episode 00:63 for his full story) sits down with Dylan and Sean to dive deep into Danish football. This is part 2 of a large series that will share in-depth information about different leagues around the world. Some topics covered were professionalism/competition level, style of play, wages, visas, training, games/cups, be…
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Sean poses the question to the group: Is there an advantage to going into opportunities without too much expectation or knowledge? Can it be limiting to know some of the hurdles of your first experiences? A bigger discussion about taking contracts all over again, finding information and past players, and stepping stone opportunities ensues. Check i…
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Jazmin Wardlow is a professional soccer player who just signed for the Central Coast Mariners in Australias' A league. Jazmin has already made it across the world in her young career, playing for Santa Clara and Oregon in college, being drafted by the Houston Dash in the NWSL, then making her way to Serbia with Spartak Subotica, and Fiorentina in t…
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Sean was recently in Thailand in pursuit of finding a club and to begin to make his own path in South East Asia. We discuss why he decided to make the jump, how he did it, the differences in culture in and outside the game, food, daily life, and the ins and outs of football as a whole in Thailand. There will be more to come about the Thai Football …
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For our Premier League Fans:A new season is upon us in the English Premier League and that means we had to get the old band back together. For those who are as obsessed as we are, we had to break down the season and make some bold and not so bold predictions. Team to Watch, Top 6, Relegation, 2nd place in Golden Boot, Duds, Best Transfer, and our n…
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Germany’s 4th tier, Regionalliga. Dylan and Sean dive deep into the league and share what it has to offer. This is the first part of a larger series that will share in-depth information about different leagues around the world. They tried to answer all of the questions they received from their Instagram. Some of those are ranking each of the 5 Regi…
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A new transfer window...These are uncertain but exciting times. After spending a combined 8 seasons in Northern Germany, both are looking for a new challenge this season. Listen to find out where. Sean and Dylan get candid about the experience and share some of the things they’ve learned coming back to this transfer process. Tell us about your tran…
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Aleigh Gambone gives some advice to college players who are thinking about going pro. Especially through international avenues. Check it out and find the full episode (Episode 1:24) a few scrolls down!Aleigh Gambone and Libby Moore are recent graduates of the famous UNC Tar Heels. Awards, conference championships, a national championship heartbreak…
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In this episode of 'Small Sided' with Tobi Adewole, we take a look inside the aspects around the game of soccer that many people don't see from the outside. The conditions that make this profession so tough, whether that be domestically or living abroad. Check it out and you can also make sure you listen to the full episode below this one._________…
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Oluwatobiloba "Tobi" A. Adewole is an American professional soccer player. This season he resided in the south west of Germany applying his trade in the Regionalliga for RW Koblenz. He’s represented 5 USL Championship teams prior to that including a three-year stint with the Pittsburgh Riverhounds. Tobi’s determination to test his abilities is high…
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Matt Miazga is an American professional footballer currently playing for FC Cincinnati in the MLS. Over the past 10 years Matt has played with 8 teams in 6 different countries. His journey began with the NY Red Bulls, signed with Chelsea in 2016, and then was loaned out for the next 6 years taking him to Holland, France, England, Belgium, and Spain…
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Aleigh Gambone and Libby Moore are recent graduates of the famous UNC Tar Heels. Awards, conference championships, a national championship heartbreaker and years of high level footy left them wanting more. And so, together they embarked on the start of their pro careers, joining 6 other Americans at Fortuna Hjørring. An historic Danish Superliga cl…
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Annie Williams is an American professional soccer player currently playing for Parma in the Seria A, Italy’s top flight. Prior to this season in Italy, Annie spent time in Costa Rica, Iceland and Sweden. We talk about owning your unique path, the sacrifices made to pursue a dream, asking yourself the right questions, dealing with and appreciating a…
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Dylan & Sean discuss the top 10 tips for going pro & transfer window do’s and don’ts. Over the past 7 years, they’ve learned a thing or two on how to not only become pro but stay a pro. Whether that’s from personal experience, or talking with guest on Footwork Podcast, they are here to share what they’ve learned as the summer transfer window is jus…
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Genessee Daughetee Puntigam is left-back for FC Köln in the German Bundesliga. Genessee has also had spells in France’s top tier with Montpellier and Dijon and in Sweden’s top tier with Vittsjö GIK. She has also a UC Berkeley alum and featured for the USWNT at the U-17 level . Being able to play with confidence and freedom is absolutely key to Gen.…
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Savannah DeMelo is an American professional soccer player for Racing Louisville FC in the NWSL. After having a stand out college career at USC, Savannah was drafted 4th overall in the 2022 draft.As a rookie, Savannah started in all 22 regular-season matches, logging the most minutes of any Louisville field player and finishing first in the NWSL for…
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