Real talk and honest advice on competitive youth sports based on lived experiences. No fluff, no sales pitch, just real, transparent conversations to support families navigating their own journeys.
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Signup to Generate a PitchReal talk and honest advice on competitive youth sports based on lived experiences. No fluff, no sales pitch, just real, transparent conversations to support families navigating their own journeys.
Recent episodes include "Pt 1: How Did American Soccer Become Pay-to-Play?" (23 October 2026, 30 minutes), "(Replay) Time Commitment for Players and Families: Youth Soccer at Higher Levels" (21 August 2026, 22 minutes), and "Welcome Back: World Cup Summer" (13 August 2026, 21 minutes).
Path to Play publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 22 minutes across 34 episodes.
Booking probability for Path to Play is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Path to Play requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Path to Play's contact route on record: verified email.
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Path to Play is a sports podcast with 34 episodes published.
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Have you ever wondered why competitive soccer works the way it does in the U.S.? After the World Cup this summer, we started looking into the history of competitive youth soccer in the U.S. Join us in looking at how the...
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An honest reflection on the significant time commitment required from both athletes and their families throughout various levels of youth soccer. We share our own experiences, realistic hours spent traveling for games...
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We’re back after a brief World Cup break and ready to debrief. We’re sharing our experiences, favorite moments, and biggest surprises from the tournament, including what it was like attending games, interacting with...
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Valentina and Rory welcome Miranda Bernal, who shares her journey through soccer from a young age to her experiences in high school and the challenges of choosing a path forward to college athletics. Miranda discusses...
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<p>It's almost World Cup time! Join us in a fun conversation as we talk about our all time world cup favorites and what has made the tournament so special. We look forward to the upcoming weeks and how we think the...
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<p>In this episode, we shift from Eman’s playing journey to the experiences that shaped him as a coach. Eman walks us through how he first got into coaching, and what he loves about working with youth soccer players. He...
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<p>Join us for a conversation with Eman Vallejo as he reflects on his journey through youth soccer, from local club beginnings all the way to elite level club soccer. Eman shares how differences between smaller and...
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<p>Join our invaluable and heartfelt conversation with Pilar Bernal, a dedicated soccer mom and sports parent. Pilar shares her firsthand experiences from 20 years of supporting her two daughters throughout their youth...
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<p>Relax and enjoy this week’s conversation where we share our personal takes on themes and questions we hear all the time in the youth soccer space, along with a few general hot takes you've definitely debated on. As...
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<p>Happy Easter weekend! Join another fun, lighthearted conversation to get to know us a little better through a game of "Would You Rather'".. you're invited to ask more or share your own answers!</p>
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<p>In this episode, we talk through what it really looks like if you haven’t been recruited yet. From sophomores just starting to think about college to seniors with no offers, we break down realistic options, share our...
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<p>Our conversation on youth soccer tryouts offers transparent insights for parents and players on real expectations, honest thoughts on preparation, and how to handle outcomes positively. We both share our personal...
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<p>In this conversation, we break down what guest playing in youth soccer is all about and include our own personal experiences with it. Learn about potential benefits, processes for becoming a guest player, and general...
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<p>In this episode, we take a closer look at the real and unfiltered conversations happening on Reddit around youth sports. We unpack the pressure to specialize early, the reality behind scholarship odds, and the...
<p>Join us for a conversation with insights into the journey of committing to college soccer, focusing on both the physical and mental preparations we believe are important for a successful transition. We reflect on our...
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<p>Join our conversation on the real challenges and experiences of transitioning from a life dedicated to sports to everyday life. We explore the emotional and practical aspects of this transition, including the...
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<p>This conversation delves into the financial implications of youth sports, exploring the average costs, hidden fees, and the impact of socioeconomic status on participation. Rory and Valentina discuss the growing...
<p>Valentina and Rory talk about the impact of parental involvement in youth soccer, and the unavoidable crazy parent we have all seen in action. We share our personal experiences with the intensity of parents during...
<p>Valentina and Rory reflect on the significant time commitment required from both athletes and their families throughout various levels of youth soccer. We share our own experiences, realistic hours spent traveling...
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<p>Valentina and Rory welcome Miranda Bernal, who shares her journey through soccer from a young age to her experiences in high school and the challenges of choosing a path forward to college athletics. Miranda...
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