Matt Langone and Matt Doherty speak with Greg Glynn, founder of Pliable Marketing, and Charlotte Belanger, a freshman at Maine playing for Maine Women's Soccer. The conversation covers Charlotte's journey into NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) deals before starting her college career, her motivations, and future aspirations. They discuss the significance of NIL in college sports, particularly for non-revenue generating sports like women's soccer, and the opportunities it provides for athletes to build their brands and create future career opportunities. The podcast also delves into personal experiences, including Greg's commitment to women’s sports inspired by his 13-year-old daughter and Charlotte's experience balancing academics, athletics, and NIL efforts.

Topics

00:48 Charlotte's Journey with Pliable Marketing

02:11 Greg's Perspective on NIL and Women's Sports

03:14 University of Maine and NIL Opportunities

05:57 Aroma Joe's Partnership and Community Ambassador Role

07:59 Choosing University of Maine and Team Culture

10:45 NIL's Future and Athlete Branding

24:22 Social Media's Role in Athlete Recruitment

28:04 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Matt Langone and Matt Doherty are joined by special guest Frank Dell'Apa, a New England Soccer Journal contributor who covers the Revolution for the Boston Globe. The trio discusses the state of U.S. Soccer as the nation prepares to host the 2026 World Cup. They analyze the U.S. team's performance in the last World Cup, expectations for the upcoming tournament, and the potential impact on soccer's growth in the U.S. Key players like Christian Pulisic, Miles Robinson and Patrick Agyemang are highlighted, and the broader implications of hosting the World Cup, including the excitement and challenges it brings, are discussed. Additionally, predictions for likely World Cup contenders and insights into how the event might unfold are provided.

Topics

00:38 Special Guest Introduction: Frank Dell'Apa

01:06 US Soccer's Current State and World Cup Expectations

05:11 Impact of the 1994 World Cup on US Soccer

09:49 Key Players to Watch for US Team in 2026

18:05 Global Soccer Powerhouses and Predictions

23:41 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Matt Doherty and Matt Langone interview the University of New Hampshire (UNH) Men's Head Soccer Coach Rich Weinrebe. They discuss the complexities of building a college soccer roster, particularly in the context of the challenges posed by the transfer portal. The coach shares insights on maintaining team culture amidst high turnover and international recruiting, and elaborates on the changing dynamics of player development and resilience in modern college soccer. They also explore UNH's strategic recruiting efforts, the impact of the transfer portal on team building, and reflections on the success and rivalry within the America East Conference. Additionally, Coach Weinrebe discusses the importance of recruiting local talent, his growth as a young head coach, and the balance between professional responsibilities and personal life.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:25 Special Guest: UNH Men's Head Coach Rich Weinrebe

00:46 Building the 2025 Roster

03:57 Navigating the Transfer Portal

06:21 Challenges and Changes in College Soccer

08:57 UNH's Rise in College Soccer

11:05 Rivalry with Vermont and Conference Dynamics

16:26 Recruiting Local Talent

21:20 Coaching Philosophy and Personal Growth

24:58 The Journey Back to UNH

25:23 Summer Plans and Preparations

26:33 Excitement for the Upcoming Season

27:25 Extra Time: Unfiltered Soccer Opinions

31:05 Memorable Soccer Moments

34:02 Greatest Comebacks in Soccer

39:57 Wrapping Up and Farewell