Recent Posts
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Schreiner University Men’s Soccer – Coach Darren Bauer
Today I’m joined by Darren Bauer, head men’s soccer coach at Schreiner University in Kerrville, Texas. We talk about how Schreiner’s Division III recruiting timeline has changed as the program has grown and what Coach Bauer looks for when he watches players, from how quickly they make decisions to how confidently they play under pressure. He walks us through a typical week in season, including how the travel and developmental squads train and how players get academic support. We also get into why he wants his goalkeepers involved when the team builds out of the back and how a recruit can make an impression by walking up to a coach and starting a conversation.
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Baker University Women’s Soccer – Coach Sean McAlister
On today’s episode, I speak with Coach McAlister from the Baker University Women’s Soccer Program in Baldwin City, Kansas. We talk about how he balances recruiting during the busy season […]
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Bradley University Men’s Soccer – Coach Tim Regan
On today’s episode, I speak with Coach Regan from the Bradley Men’s Program in Peoria, Illinois. We talk about how he balances recruiting freshmen, transfers, and international players while focusing on long-term development. He describes the small, private university and its strong academics, supportive community, and family atmosphere. Lastly, we discuss his experienced coaching staff and how they adapt their style of play to fit their players.
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Hardin-Simmons University Women’s Soccer – Coach Rusty Oglesby
On today’s episode, I speak with Coach Rusty Oglesby from the Hardin-Simmons Women’s Program in Abilene, Texas. We talk about how the program stays ahead in recruiting and why he looks for strong students who are involved outside of soccer and will fit the culture at Hardin-Simmons. Coach describes the strong alumni network, impressive athletic facilities, and academic opportunities that allow student-athletes to compete at a high level while preparing for their future careers. Lastly, we discuss his possession-oriented style of play, the program’s approach to the spring season, and why he encourages recruits to be patient, trust their own journey, and find a school where they will be wanted and enjoy their college experience.
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Milwaukee School of Engineering Women’s Soccer – Coach Rolf Zersen
On today’s episode, I speak with Coach Rolf Zersen from the Milwaukee School of Engineering Women’s Soccer Program in Wisconsin. We talk about the unique recruiting approach at a specialized STEM-focused school and why Coach Zersen casts a wide net across the country to find players who are the right fit both academically and athletically. He describes MSOE’s small, hands-on learning environment, its location in the heart of Milwaukee, and the academic support and career resources available to students pursuing demanding degrees in areas such as engineering, nursing, and computer science. Lastly, we discuss what a typical week looks like for his players, the collaborative coaching staff, and his game-focused approach to training that emphasizes decision-making and playing “possession with a purpose.”
