Episode 3: Off the Pitch with Alex Ring

After speaking to Austin FC head coach, Josh Wolff, and the club’s founder, majority owner, and CEO, Anthony Precourt, we thought it fitting that our next guest be Austin FC Captain, Alex Ring! In today’s episode, we talk through Alex’s impressive career, from playing soccer in Finland as a child and ultimately playing for Finland in 2011 to joining MLS in the United States in 2017 and what led him to ultimately become the captain of Austin FC. Hear how Alex’s career led him to cross paths with Danny Hoesen, the influence that Claudio Reyna had on his career, and when he first realized he was going to go pro, as well as his memories from some of the most profound matches of his career. He talks candidly about the impact of the pandemic on the sport and the importance of the fans. All this and so much more in today’s episode, so make sure to tune in today.