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Steel Sports Podcast
19 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago -The podcast that puts Kids First. The Steel Sports Podcast tackles a variety of relevant topics in all levels of sport, youth to professional, to engage coaches, parents and players. Perfect for listening to on the way to practice or a game, the Steel Sports Podcast brings listeners engaging conversations in the world of sports.
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Episodes
2022 FIFA World Cup Breakdown - Part 2
December 12, 2022 23:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBOnly four teams remain at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, and the Steel Sports Podcast is here to recap the knockout rounds and look ahead to the two semifinal matchups. Steel United Texas coach Jaylin Finney and Steel United Massachusetts coach Mike Ciccolella join the show to preview the semis, discuss their tournament highlights to this point, explain their penalty kick strategy and more including an evaluation of the U.S. Men's National Team.
2022 FIFA World Cup Breakdown - Part 1
December 02, 2022 18:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBWith group stage wrapping up at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, the Steel Sports Podcast breaks down the action and looks ahead to the round of 16. Steel United PA Girls Director Mike Welsh and Steel United NJ Senior Regional Coach Developer Stuart Sharples, both unabashed England supporters, join the show to discuss the World Cup's first two weeks. Hear their picks for what teams have surprised and disappointed, why there's reason for optimism for the USA, previews of upcoming knockout round games...
2022 FIFA World Cup Preview with Ian Hughes
November 19, 2022 13:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBBefore the 2022 FIFA World Cup kicks off on November 20 in Qatar, the Steel Sports Podcast previews soccer's biggest event. Our resident soccer expert Ian Hughes, a UEFA Pro License coach with over a decade of experience with the Football Association of Wales, breaks it all down for the listeners. Hear about the teams and matchups to watch, breakout stars, who has the most pressure, what to expect in the USA vs. Wales matchup and more. We also give our predictions for a few teams who could s...
Tripp Gibson - Major League Baseball Umpire
November 16, 2022 15:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MBTripp Gibson wrapped up his 10th year as a Major League Baseball umpire by serving on the crew for the 2022 World Series between the Houston Astros and Philadelphia Phillies. Tripp talks about his start and journey in umpiring, being named to umpire his first World Series and being behind the plate for Game 4 when the Astros completed a combined no-hitter. He also discusses the state of officiating in the youth game and what can be done to better educate everyone involved and build future ge...
Nancy Lieberman - Title IX 50th Anniversary
June 23, 2022 19:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBNational Basketball Hall of Famer Nancy Lieberman spent an evening with the Steel Sports Athlete Leadership Council to discuss the 50th anniversary of Title IX and the impact the historic legislation continues to have on sports.
Andrew Bartman - Developing Coaches & Growing the Game
April 07, 2022 20:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBUSA Baseball is leading the way when it comes to the development and education for the national pastime's coaches, parents and umpires as they help grow the game at the youth level. Andrew Bartman, Director of Coaching Development at USA Baseball, is at the forefront of many of the organization's initiatives as he joins the Steel Sports Podcast. Andrew dives into the USA Baseball Community Clinics held around the country and the Coach Certification Courses, all free to the public. He talks a...
Jim Thompson - The Power of Positive Coaching
November 02, 2021 16:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MBJim Thompson started the Positive Coaching Alliance at Stanford University in 1998 to transform the culture of youth sports. His belief that positive coaching is the key to unlock the best out of young athletes has spread across the country into youth sports organizations and partnerships with major sports and professional coaches. Jim joins the Steel Sports Podcast to discuss some of his philosophies, growing up a sports fan in North Dakota, why he started PCA and his latest venture into cl...
Morgan Stickney - U.S. Paralympian Swimmer
August 19, 2021 20:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBMorgan Stickney had aspirations of becoming an Olympian as a youth swimmer growing up in New Hampshire. However, a foot injury and the discovery of a rare vascular disease derailed those plans. She had her left leg amputated in 2018, and then a year later an injury in her right leg forced Morgan to make the difficult decision to go through another amputation. Morgan wouldn't let these setbacks stop her from achieving her dreams. She got back in the pool, learned how to swim again and set he...
Dr. James Paci - Strong as Steel Safety Month
April 14, 2021 15:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBAs kids return to play, it's important to keep them on the field or court as opposed to the sidelines with injuries or even worse, the doctor's office. Dr. James Paci, MD is the Director of Orthopedic Surgery for Suffolk County on Long Island, New York, and he has seen a spike of injuries as kids come back from long layoffs due to the pandemic. As part of Steel Sports' Strong as Steel Safety Month, Dr. Paci joins a special edition of the podcast as he shares his tips on coming back to play s...
Dan McNally - Building a Legacy and Culture
April 07, 2021 16:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBFC Cincinnati's Dan McNally was a successful college soccer coach when an opportunity to start and grow a professional team in the Queen City was presented to him. Now the club's Director of Soccer Operations, Dan joins the Steel Sports Podcast and discusses his leap of faith, bringing a European style fan experience to Cincinnati, the club's path to Major League Soccer and the new soccer-specific stadium opening in May. Once a part of the Steel family, Dan also talks about the life skills a...
Benita Fitzgerald Mosley - The Power of Sports
March 03, 2021 13:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MB1984 Olympic 100m hurdles champion Benita Fitzgerald Mosley was a powerful force on the track and hasn't slowed down. Now the Head of Community & Impact and President of FundPlay at LeagueApps, Benita is using the power of sports to strengthen communities and provide opportunities to young boys and girls in underserved areas. Benita talks about her careers, the confidence she built through success on the track, being a parent of a high school athlete and much more on the latest episode of th...
Nancy Lieberman - Breaking Barriers & Leading with Love
January 29, 2021 15:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBBasketball Hall of Famer, legend and pioneer Nancy Lieberman joins the Steel Sports Podcast to discuss breaking barriers and the struggle with challenging norms not just in sports but also society. Nancy's toughness and determination continues to drive her today to take on new challenges, but that toughness is balanced by empathy and care for others, something she believes is a key component to strong leadership.
Tziarra King - More Than an Athlete
December 16, 2020 17:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBTziarra King, a forward for the Utah Royals of the National Women's Soccer League, showcases her incredible talent on the pitch, while off it, she uses her voice and actions to spur change and awareness when it comes to social justice and inequality. Tziarra joins the Steel Sports Podcast to discuss her rise to the professional soccer ranks, her unforgettable pro debut, the issues and causes for which she fights and why she will not "just stick to sports."
Eric Karros - Education Pays Off
November 18, 2020 14:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBEric Karros enjoyed a 14-year Major League Baseball career, but his road to the show wasn't a slam dunk. Eric joins the Steel Sports Podcast to talk about a variety of topics, including the impact education had on what he achieved on the field and off it as an analyst for FOX Sports. As a father of three athletes, he gives advice that resonates with all parents, and he even taps into his analyst role to break down the Dodgers successful run to the 2020 World Series title.
Bobby Valentine - The Impact Coaches Have on Athletes
October 22, 2020 15:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBFormer Major League player and manager Bobby Valentine joins the Steel Sports Podcast for a conversation on the impact coaches have on athletes. Bobby talks about the main influence in his on and off field life, gives advice for coaches starting out in youth sports, and shares what he tried to instill in his players. As a current college athletics administrator at Sacred Heart University, Bobby's input on the current recruiting landscape is a can't-miss for prospective athletes and their fam...
Julie Foudy - The Car Ride Home
March 04, 2020 13:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBSoccer legend, broadcaster and mom Julie Foudy joins the show for a conversation on the all-important car ride home and the interactions between parents and their kids. Julie shares her stories and lends advice on navigating the car ride home so it has every chance of being a positive experience.
2: Julie Foudy - The Car Ride Home
March 04, 2020 13:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBSoccer legend, broadcaster and mom Julie Foudy joins the show for a conversation on the all-important car ride home and the interactions between parents and their kids. Julie shares her stories and lends advice on navigating the car ride home so it has every chance of being a positive experience.
Steve Jones & Keith Osik - Teaching Integrity When Pros Occasionally Don't Follow the Rules
February 14, 2020 18:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBSteel Sports Director of Coaching Steve Jones and Steel Baseball Coach Developer Keith Osik discuss the challenges of teaching integrity to young athletes when a spotlight is sometimes cast on professionals breaking the rules.
1: Steve Jones & Keith Osik - Teaching Integrity When Pros Occasionally Don't Follow the Rules
February 14, 2020 18:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBSteel Sports Director of Coaching Steve Jones and Steel Baseball Coach Developer Keith Osik discuss the challenges of teaching integrity to young athletes when a spotlight is sometimes cast on professionals breaking the rules.