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Great players aren't made overnight. They're shaped by the work that happens every day. Eric Kronberg and Phil Rasmussen talk about what actually builds belief: early mornings, shared reps, honest conversations, and coaches who are willing to point out blind spots. That's where confidence grows and
January 8, 2026 at 2:21 PM
Talent gets headlines. Fit wins games. In this clip, and discuss why the best teams are built with the right 11, not just the 11 flashiest names. Unsung roles matter. Glue guys matter. The ones who make others better usually decide championships. It's true in soccer, basketball, football, and life.
January 8, 2026 at 2:21 PM
The next move isn't always the best move. Eric Kronberg talks about patience, timing, and the realities of the transfer portal. Being the best player on a struggling team can still mean something. Leaving too quickly can raise questions and close doors before you realize it. Sometimes the work
January 8, 2026 at 2:21 PM
There was a night when it all started to feel real in Kansas City. Eric Kronberg talks about Arrowhead filling up, Manchester United coming to town, and the moment the city truly bought in. Years of work that most people never saw began to show up as championships, community pride, and a soccer
January 8, 2026 at 2:20 PM
Ever been part of a team that just got it without saying a word? explains that growing up with the same core group builds chemistry you can't fake. Years of reps, shared wins, tough losses, and trust over time create bonds that last way beyond the season. Real teams aren't built overnight. They're
January 8, 2026 at 2:20 PM
Eric Kronberg looks back on one of those matches you don't forget. Down a man, holding a 2-1 lead at halftime against Manchester United, in the heat, with names like Nani, Scholes, and Giggs on the field. He talks about expecting things to swing the other way, and how persistence, timing, and a
January 8, 2026 at 2:20 PM
Talent by itself isn't enough. Eric Kronberg talks about why fit matters just as much as ability. It's not always about putting the most skilled players on the field, but about bringing together people who connect, cover for each other, and play with the team in mind. The best groups understand
January 8, 2026 at 2:20 PM
What do you do when you can't play? You still show up. was sidelined for a full year with a torn shoulder, so he found another way to help. Travel plans, city guides, even a post win Diplo concert idea. Small things, big impact. That's leadership. If you can't contribute on the field, find a way
January 8, 2026 at 2:19 PM
From chasing soccer balls on the beaches of Santa Barbara to cutting down nets as a national champion at Arizona, 's story is all about grit, growth, and finding purpose beyond the game. He opens up about the early struggles, the grind from junior college to Division I, the glory of winning it all,
January 8, 2026 at 2:19 PM
What does real coaching look like behind the scenes? 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐠 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐤 spells it out. He knows not every player will love their role or agree with every decision. That’s part of the deal. But what they can’t say is that he didn’t care. He prides himself on treating his guys well, loving them, and
January 8, 2026 at 2:19 PM
Ever wonder why some players stick around while others don't? Eric Kronberg talks honestly about what coaches actually notice. The players who stay engaged, support the group, and keep working, even when they're hurt or waiting for an opportunity, tend to last. Being open to new roles, staying
January 8, 2026 at 2:19 PM
Before the spotlight, there was the grind. pulls back the curtain on the early MLS days, flying Southwest, staying in basic hotels, and playing more for love than a paycheck. Step by step, things improved as the league grew, leadership fought for players, and moments like 's arrival changed the
January 8, 2026 at 2:19 PM
Want to last in a locker room? Start here. has seen it happen. If you're blaming teammates, bad-mouthing coaches, or carrying that woe-is-me energy, your clock's already ticking. The guys who stick around do it differently. They show up, stay positive, and become the best teammate in the room. Make
January 8, 2026 at 2:19 PM
Every championship starts with belief. In Episode 6 of the , Coach shares the story of 's first-ever CCA title, a dream he visualized long before it happened. From the pressure of that final game to watching his players cut down the nets, he takes us inside a moment that proved vision, culture, and
January 8, 2026 at 2:19 PM
Facilities catch your eye, but culture wins your heart. For , the decision didn't come down to a polished sales pitch or a state-of-the-art weight room. It came down to a dance-off. Seeing his future teammates belting out Bombs Over Baghdad, laughing and pulling him into the circle, told him
January 8, 2026 at 2:18 PM
You can't build great culture overnight, you need to work at it. In Episode 5 of the Triple J Sports Podcast, Coach 𝐉𝐚𝐲 𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐬 reflects on the foundation laid at Chico State under Coach Clink and Coach Argenal. From elite communication to consistent leadership, every detail mattered. The
January 8, 2026 at 2:18 PM
Ever wonder what it really looks like to climb from dead last to unstoppable? breaks down the moment he realized something had to change. Starting at the bottom, he set a tiny goal, then doubled it, then doubled it again. Two wins turned to four, four turned to five, and the mindset shift carried
January 8, 2026 at 2:18 PM
Ever met a leader who never flinches, no matter how rough the road gets? reflects on one of the steadiest coaches he's ever been around, a guy who stayed positive, focused, and unfazed through every high and low. That steady hand shaped Phil as a player and later stunned him even more as a
January 8, 2026 at 2:18 PM
Most hoopers think they can sprint until a real coach shows them otherwise. and breaks down Sac State's big move bringing in familiar Sacramento faces, the impact beyond basketball, and why multiple sports keep asking for help with running mechanics. Turns out most basketball players don't actually
January 8, 2026 at 2:18 PM
explains the real "next step" in development, and it's not just about grinding alone in the gym. Sure, every player needs that selfish slice of work where they chase their own goals. But the real leap? Learning that your fastest path to personal success is helping everyone around you rise. When you
January 8, 2026 at 2:17 PM
Ever tried getting 14 competitors to buy into one mission? Coach Greg Clink talks about what it really takes. Even in the best groups, everyone has their own goals: more minutes, more shots, more opportunity. That's just part of working with driven people. That's why coaching goes far beyond the Xs
January 8, 2026 at 2:17 PM
Funny how the simplest lessons end up being the ones that stay with you. Coach Chris Cobb talked about the stuff players actually remember years later. It's not the perfect drill or the clean whiteboard, it's those moments at the end of practice when everyone's circled up, looking each other in the
January 8, 2026 at 2:17 PM
For Coach 𝐉𝐚𝐲 𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐬, success isn’t about titles or trophies, it’s about impact. In Episode 5 of the 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐉 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭, the 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐌𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥 coach opens up about fatherhood, balance, and what really drives
January 8, 2026 at 2:17 PM
Ever push yourself so hard that the places you used to feel comfortable just don't fit anymore? has been there. He hit that point where he didn't feel like he was improving, so he did what real players do: he went searching for tougher runs, better competition, and people who would actually
January 8, 2026 at 2:17 PM
Getting to the top is tough. Staying there is a different animal. Winning a championship once requires talent and hard work. But doing it back-to-back? That requires a level of discipline that most teams can't sustain. Host breaks down why the "repeat" is the hardest feat in sports. It's about
January 8, 2026 at 2:17 PM