Soccer America Interviews 2023: Voices from the soccer world

Our interviewees play a variety of roles in several areas of the U.S. game, including youth, college, pro, national teams, reffing and broadcasting.

John Guppy
On American soccer marketing's new era, the sport's flourishing U.S. landscape, and remembering Kevin Payne

Peter Wilt
On Chicago House's Open Cup run and his crusade to open up soccer in the USA

Bradley Wright-Phillips
On loving TV work, why he flourished in MLS, and the Thierry Henry influence

Jeremy Alumbaugh
Inspired by the power of the soccer community

Tim Holt
On the rise of San Antonio FC in the USL Championship

Kendra Halterman
New commissioner leads WPSL into 25th season

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• Soccer America's 2022 Interview Archive

• Soccer America's 2021 Interview Archive

• Soccer America's 2020 Interview Archive

• Soccer America's 2019 Interview Archive

• Soccer America's 2018 Interview Archive

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B.J. Callaghan
On behind-the-scenes USMNT coaching, the scouting process, and his path to the 2022 World Cup

Tom Atencio
On the joys of working in the youth game, the growth of American soccer culture, and his move to Hawaii

Darrius Barnes
On MLS Advance: 'To grow the game and bring people together'

Danielle Slaton
On keeping soccer in her life forever, the Apple TV appeal, and her playing career highlights

Justin Bokmeyer
Takes on MLS Next leadership role with NBA and U.S. Army experience

Ray Selvadurai
Manhattan SC's director on the challenges and rewards of guiding an inner city soccer club

Enrique Duran
On leading LAFC's young hopefuls and the Carlos Vela effect

Mike Lynch
Embarks on path to United Soccer Coaches leadership

Gonzalo Segares
On leading the USA into U-17 World Cup qualifying

Mark Geiger
USA's top ref on leading PRO, the abuse problem, and the increasing demand for experienced officials

Jen Cooper
On Houston soccer, the USWNT's 2023 World Cup prospects, and the NWSL boost

Gwendolyn Oxenham
Latest work colorfully celebrates the inspiring USWNT: 'Pride of a Nation'

Dan Weiler
On Johns Hopkins' collective joy, modern college recruiting, and helping players 'find value'

Kyle Martino
Returns to TV amid his youth ball and soccer cafe projects

Lisa Wrightsman
On bringing the Homeless World Cup to California's capital

Travis Connell
Western Washington coach: 'We can learn so much from our players'

Sacha Kljestan
On leaving the field after a 17-year pro career for the broadcast booth

Tim Schum
Relentless: On the coaches who helped grow the American game

Ian McIntyre
On the ingredients to Syracuse's championship season, the World Cup influence, and savoring the celebrations

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