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Ep 379: Christian Pulisic Controversy Mirrors the...

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2025/06/05

In this episode, we discuss Christian Pulisic’s controversial decision to skip national team duty citing fatigue. We address the pervasive softness in American soccer culture compared to other footballing nations. We also tackle questions from the audience on training compensation, solidarity payments, and highlight video best practices for aspiring players. The episode takes various interesting […]The post Ep 379: Christian Pulisic Controversy Mirrors the Soft Fanbase, and Your MLS

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1:00:03

Ep 378: Five Technical/Tactical Key Indicators a Pro...

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2025/05/30

In this episode, we discuss the telltale signs of amateurism in soccer, inspired by a recent professional game. We outline key indicators, such as a specific type of poor first touch and specific bad decisions that expose players as amateurs. We also emphasize the importance of high-quality training and maintaining focus to avoid these pitfalls. […]The post Ep 378: Five Technical/Tactical Key Indicators a Pro Player is “Amateur” appeared first on 3four3.

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1:23:22

Ep 377: Personal Training in American Soccer: A...

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2025/05/24

Unlocking Player Potential In this episode, we invite the founder of Grande Sports Training to discuss his journey in soccer and personal training. Miguel shares insights on his training methods, the importance of technique and mentality, and the challenges of navigating the American soccer ecosystem. We also touch on his experiences with high-level players and […]The post Ep 377: Personal Training in American Soccer: A Conversation with Miguel of Grande Sports Training appeared first on

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1:01:21

Ep 376: The Art of Losing Your Man – Identify it,...

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2025/05/14

Elevating American Soccer: Mastering ‘Losing Your Man’ and More In this episode, we focus on the concept of ‘losing your man’ and how this technique differs from the traditional ‘get open’ mantra often heard in American recreational soccer circles. Learn how this skill is vital at every level of play, not just for wingers, but […]The post Ep 376: The Art of Losing Your Man – Identify it, Understand it, Train it, Execute it appeared first on

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1:16:28

Ep 375: Building Out of the Back in America –...

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2025/05/08

In this episode, we dive into the evolution and importance of ‘building out of the back’ in American soccer. We examine its historical context in the U.S. and compare it to international practices. The discussion also highlights the influence of global talents like Lamine Yamal on the soccer world. Additionally, we provide insights on training […]The post Ep 375: Building Out of the Back in America – Insights, Challenges, and Lamine Yamal appeared first on 3four3.

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1:06:10

Ep 374: Why Rondos are a NON-NEGOTIABLE for Proper...

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2025/04/30

Getting Back to Basics: Rondos and Receiving Across the Body In this episode, we dive into the importance of training rondos and the fundamental skill of receiving across the body in soccer. We address the misconceptions about these training methods and explain why they are crucial for developing players at all levels. We also share […]The post Ep 374: Why Rondos are a NON-NEGOTIABLE for Proper Development appeared first on 3four3.

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Ep 373: European Club Owner, Joe Funicello, On a...

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2025/04/28

Inside SoccerViza with Joe: Club Ownership Challenges and Success Stories In this episode, we have a special guest, Joe Funicello, the founder of SoccerViza and owner of a third division professional Romanian club. Joe shares his journey from aspiring professional soccer player to club owner, discussing the challenges and rewards along the way. We delve […]The post Ep 373: European Club Owner, Joe Funicello, On a Multi-Decade Soccer Odyssey appeared first on 3four3.

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1:05:13

Ep 372: Your Emails Answered – Q&A Episode

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2025/04/25

In this episode, we dive into a Q&A session addressing various questions from the audience. We cover challenges like differentiating between recreational and professional player development, handling difficult conversations with parents about their children’s soccer involvement. The discussion also includes advice for new coaches on the importance of focusing on fundamental training activities, avoiding distractions […]The post Ep 372: Your Emails Answered – Q&A Episode

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1:19:45

Ep 371: Insights Only Come with Experience – A Chat...

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2025/04/20

Join me and experienced coach Paul Spacey as we dive into the nuances of soccer training and development. We discuss how 80% of David Beckham’s training can be done unopposed, the importance of understanding opposed vs. unopposed training, and the role of repetition in player development. With insights from Paul’s extensive coaching background in Southern […]The post Ep 371: Insights Only Come with Experience – A Chat with Paul Spacey appeared first on 3four3.

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1:16:19

Ep 370: Navigating the Pathway to Pro Soccer in America

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2025/04/18

In this episode, we dive into the pathway to professional soccer in the United States. This is crucial information for parents and coaches of youth players, even if they don’t believe their player will go pro. The pathway to pro shapes the entire soccer system, affecting everything from youth league battles to higher education decisions […]The post Ep 370: Navigating the Pathway to Pro Soccer in America appeared first on 3four3.

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1:11:44

Ep 369: How to Best Think About Defending, Defenders,...

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2025/04/14

In this episode, we shift our focus to the defensive side of soccer, following a previous discussion about offense. We go into the nuances of training defenders, the importance of defense in comparison to offense, and practical defensive training exercises from the 3four3 coaching program. We emphasize the concept of ‘thinking defense while on offense,’ […] The post Ep 369: How to Best Think About Defending, Defenders, and How to Train it. appeared first on 3four3.

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1:15:27

Ep 368: The MILLION DOLLAR Question – How to Solve...

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2025/04/02

Breaking the Final Third Conundrum in Soccer In this episode, we discuss one of the most common challenges possession-based coaches face: dominating possession but struggling to score goals. We dive into various strategies to improve our finishing in the final third, including the importance of rehearsing attacking patterns, working on individual skills outside of team […]The post Ep 368: The MILLION DOLLAR Question – How to Solve Scoring Issues with Your Teams and Players appeared

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1:43:11

Ep 367: US Coaching Licenses – Another Credentialism...

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2025/03/26

Debate on the Value of US Soccer Coaching Licenses with Rory O’Neill In this episode, we discuss the intricacies and controversies of soccer coaching licenses in the U.S. We go into our personal experiences, comparing U.S. and UEFA coaching licenses, and discuss the impact of licensing on both youth and professional coaching. We highlight the […]The post Ep 367: US Coaching Licenses – Another Credentialism Scam or Education? appeared first on 3four3.

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1:12:05

Ep 366: What a Week! The USMNT Loses Again, and USL...

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2025/03/24

Per usual, the mainstream narratives are all wrong. In this episode, we discuss US Men’s National Team’s lack of attendance and ultimate loss. We then jump into our first comments regarding USL’s promotion and relegation announcement. Is it truly pro/rel, or a gimmick? And how will this likely impact the MLS monopoly and US Soccer […]The post Ep 366: What a Week! The USMNT Loses Again, and USL Wins With Pro/Rel. appeared first on 3four3.

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1:01:26

Ep 365: TOXIC Comments Episode! Your Anon Criticisms...

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2025/03/19

In this unique episode, we tackle toxic comments received across our various social media platforms. We respond to criticisms about U.S. soccer coaching licenses, player development, coaching strategies, and more. 00:00 Intro 04:40 1st Comment – Random Brazil Kid is Better any Player We’ve Developed 11:51 2nd Comment – Stereotype of American Soccer Knowledge 13:07 […]The post Ep 365: TOXIC Comments Episode! Your Anon Criticisms Answered appeared first on 3four3.

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1:04:02

Ep 364: Insights into Game Management – Balancing...

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2025/03/14

The episode is a discussion on game management principally in the youth game, focusing on pregame, in-game, halftime, and postgame strategies. The hosts recount specific instances from their experiences, particularly highlighting a match against FC Barcelona’s youth team. They emphasize the importance of structured training, professional conduct, and balancing instructional coaching with motivational support. Additional […]The post Ep 364: Insights into Game Management – Balancing

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1:09:08

Ep 363: Team Captains – Who and How Important Are...

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2025/03/05

In this episode, we discuss the importance of captains in soccer teams, debating whether leadership qualities are innate or can be developed. We explore what makes a good captain, using real-life examples from both professional and youth soccer. The conversation later transitions to the political nature of sports, emphasizing how soccer serves as a vehicle […]The post Ep 363: Team Captains – Who and How Important Are They Really? appeared first on 3four3.

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1:09:13

Ep 362: Insights into Youth Scouting and Recruiting,...

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2025/02/25

In this episode, we go into scouting and recruiting practices in American soccer, offering tips and insights from our 20 years of experience. We start by addressing the recent news about USL’s ambitions for Division 1 status and the potential implementation of promotion and relegation. We emphasize the significance of understanding these developments at the […] The post Ep 362: Insights into Youth Scouting and Recruiting, Plus is USL Doing Pro/Rel? appeared first on 3four3.

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1:06:11

Ep 361: Crafting Team Culture – The Role of Coaches...

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2025/02/17

In this episode we discuss the intricacies of establishing a strong team culture in American youth soccer, emphasizing the importance of clear communication, accountability, and commitment from both coaches and players. The episode covers practical ways to handle star players and toxic parents, stressing the role of parents in supporting team dynamics. We again mention […] The post Ep 361: Crafting Team Culture – The Role of Coaches and Monkey Wrenches appeared first on 3four3.

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1:13:30

Ep 360: Balancing the Bench – Equal Playing Time vs....

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2025/02/10

Balancing Playing Time and Sideline Conduct in Youth Soccer In this episode, we dive into the contentious topic of equal playing time in youth soccer. We explore when playing time should be evenly distributed and under what conditions it should be earned, stressing the importance of a player’s age and competitive level. We also get […]The post Ep 360: Balancing the Bench – Equal Playing Time vs. Competitive Reality in Soccer appeared first on 3four3.

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