SA Interviews 2021: Voices from the soccer world

• by Soccer America , Jun 25, 2021

Our June interviewees include two MLS Cup-winning coaches, a pioneer of U.S. pro soccer, the first American UEFA Champions League winner, and the Texas-bred Juventus starter.

Jovan Kirovski
On Christian Pulisic following in his footsteps, his LA Galaxy director role, and his vision for MLS

Weston McKennie
On how FC Dallas youth experience shaped him and what he's learned from Cristiano Ronaldo

Francisco Marcos
American soccer pioneer remains connected from Portugal

Peter Vermes
His Journey through American soccer's evolution, his pursuit of excellence, and enjoying the moments

Caleb Porter
On how MLS challenges coaches like no other league in the world

Gloire Amanda
After embracing the special joy of soccer in a refugee camp, Gloire Amanda became men's college soccer's top player

Mat Dunn
On the appeal of NAIA ball, recruiting worldwide, and Keiser University's second straight women's national title

Chris Grassie
On West Virginia embracing his Marshall. national champs and team chemistry amid adversity

Jerry Smith
On his enormous pride in his Santa Clara's national champions and how he almost messed things up

Didier Chambaron
On steering U.S. Soccer's coaching education 'evolution'

Lisa Cole
On coaching in the USA and abroad, the state of women's soccer, and mentoring Brandi Chastain

Ali Riley
On an NWSL homecoming after starring in Europe, her eclectic off-field projects, and her Olympic quest with New Zealand

Michael Hoyos
On his Copa Libertadores quest with Ecuador's Barcelona SC after his Argentine pro career launch

Betty Ellis
An icon among referees made history on Mother's Day 40 years ago

Anson Dorrance
On this NCAA season's unique title quest, the new youth landscape, women's pro soccer and U.S. Soccer's gender equity challenge

Steve Cherundolo
On fame in Germany, World Cups with the USA, and coming home to coach the Las Vegas Lights

Mostafa Edders
On soccer during Ramadan, respecting diversity, and coaching education around the world

Tony Quinn
On seeing and sharing the soccer world through his camera lens

Alexi Lalas
On the former U.S. men's and women's players in power, diversity of opinion, and the new generation of Americans abroad

Eloisa Borreguero
From Spain to the USA: Climbing soccer's male-dominated coaching ladder

Katie-Jay Scott, Gabriel Stauring, Ben Grossman
Children's rights include playtime: iACT sets up soccer in refugee camps

Bill Taylor
U.S. Soccer's new vice president on his Maui soccer roots, getting up to speed at the federation and bringing futsal into elementary schools

David Caetano
Portugal's player development, mental fitness and the importance of nurturing creativity

 

Lesle Gallimore
On the Girls Academy's creation, its first season, and plans for the future

Imani Dorsey
NWSL forward on the Black Women's Player Collective's quest and the women who inspired her

Chris Blundell & Marcia Mintz
Police join the coaching crew for Arizona youth

Dave Sarachan
Rapidly prepares Puerto Rico for World Cup qualifying

Owen Finberg
Improvised scheduling creates unique season amid the pandemic for New England high school

Michael 'Mac' McBride
On the eye-opening attractions of junior colleges

Alessandro Milesi
A young American in Malta: Honed his skills in Peru, the USA and Italy

Bryheem Hancock
UConn alum on facing Ronaldinho at U-17 World Cup, taking UT-Rio Grande Valley's helm and learning life lessons from his mom

Sebastian Saucedo
On playing for UNAM Pumas, his rise with Real Salt Lake, and aiming for the Olympics

Brian Wiese
On defending a national title during the pandemic: 'Getting on the field is a win'

Cobi Jones
Player power at U.S. Soccer: Cobi Jones is the latest former star aiming for a leadership role

Brian Schmetzer
On Seattle soccer culture, his family, his mentors and lessons from his playing career

Paul Krumpe
On the key college soccer issues, American talent growth, and his Olympic & World Cup experiences

Tim Weah
On USMNT ambitions, Lille's title chase, his famous father and advice for Americans going abroad

Bryan Turner
On understanding the pressures faced by teenage athletes

Greg Lalas
On soccer cinema: outstanding documentaries; inspiring, informative and fun films; and the eternal appeal of 'Victory'

Rubio Rubin
On being coached by Maradona, Donovan, and his hopes for Real Salt Lake

Steve Klein
PA Classics director on the post-DA landscape, the pandemic effect, and Pulisic in perspective

Esmeralda Negron
On bringing women's soccer into fans' 'hearts, minds and homes'

Djorn Buchholz
On the Hall of Fame's new selection process and working amid American soccer greatness

Jason O'Keefe
Rebounding at Robert Morris after App State shuttered the program he rebuilt

Mary Harvey
On the crucial connection between sports and human rights

Hugo Perez
On taking charge of El Salvador's Olympic quest, rising U.S. talent, and Mexico's 'excellent' setup

Ralph Perez
On his 46-year coaching journey with U.S. national teams, the pros and college -- and the icons he worked with

Greg Vanney
The right man to return the Galaxy to glory

Lynn Berling-Manuel
On the attraction of the digital Coaches Convention and COVID's effect on the U.S. soccer community

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