Rooster and the Villain: An American Soccer Podcast

World Cup Series: Episode 2 - Jake Loves Gio Reyna

The boys jump deep into the USMNT's chances heading into the tournament.

World Cup Series: Episode 1

Jimmy and Mike get together to talk about the upcoming tournament. Come hang with us!

Interview Series: STRDA Worldwide with Geoff Degnan and Mark Casasanto

STRDA Worldwide (or STRDA) is a Philadelphia based brand dedicate to soccer, creating community, player development, hosting soccer-related events, and selling soccer apparel. 

 

I met Jeff Degnan at the United States Soccer Coaching Convention in Philadelphia and was excited to get him and his business partner, Mark Casasanto on the podcast to talk about their soccer venture (and all things soccer).

 

Go give them a follow at https://www.instagram.com/stradafootball/

US Soccer Coaching Convention Series: Fox Sports Panel on the 2026 World Cup

Fox Sports hosted one of the most popular sessions at the United States Soccer Coaching Convention in 2026 when they discussed the plans for the coverage of the 2026 World Cup. Great session with Carli Lloyd, Alexi Llalas, and JP Delacamera. 

US Soccer Coaching Convention Series: Jozy Altidore's Soccer Journey

Jozy's session at the US Soccer Coaching Convention was a can't miss for me. I enjoyed hearing about his journey as the child of Haitian immigrants trying to make a name for themselves in our country. I had the chance to briefly chat with Jozy about the session the next day and am impressed of how genuine he is. Hope you enjoy this as much as I did.

US Soccer Coaching Convention Series: Keith Tozer and the Growth of Futsal in the US

Hello Good Internet Soccer People,

I had the pleasure of attending the US Soccer Coaching Convention in Philly last week and I was completely blown away. Over 12,000 American Soccer people came into town to talk all aspects of the game and it was like I died and went to the big field in the sky.

I will be bringing you new podcast content for 10 straight weeks and am starting with Keith Tozer's presentation on the growth of futsal in the United States. A fantastic look into this little microcosm of football that I have grown to love. I am a massive believer in the growth of futsal and its affect on technical ability in the country. Hope you enjoy the session.

Thanks, Rooster and the Villain

Interview Series: Jake Hemmesch of Futsal Collective Co

Jake is building an indoor soccer company in St. Cloud, Minnesota. We talk with Jake about the inspiration beyond the brand, how he's building it up, and what the next steps are.

Interview Series: Connor Tobin, Executive Director of the USLPA

With the USL Championship's Collective Bargaining Agreement ending on December 31, 2025, the USLPA is in the verge of its toughest negotiation yet. 

We talk about the Connor's playing career, the first CBA that was ratified in 2021, and what the challenges will be as they finalize the new CBA that they've been working on for over two years. 

Jake and Mike: F it! We'll do it live!

Mike lit the beacon, and Jake answered the call. Come join us as we cover a wide range of US soccer topics!

Interview Series: Rob Chappell of Talkin' Flock

Forward Madison and their flamingo crest is one of the more recognizable brands in USL League One. As one of founding members of League One back in 2019, with consistent attendance numbers of ~4,000 fans, the club has been a model of what clubs can strive to be in the 3rd tier of Professional soccer in this Country.

Rob Chappell has been following along since the beginning through his podcast, “Talkin’ Flock.” The podcast has been giving Forward Madison supporters an inside look into their club since those early days of 2019.

Rob and I dive into what has made this project so successful in the League One space.