Breaking the Line: The ECNL Podcast

The Elite Clubs National League was founded in 2009 and continues to lead by daring to do things differently, embedded with grit, collaboration and tenacity – all things learned from the beautiful game. The ECNL protects and propels the integrity of the game and everyone it impacts by facilitating the perfect symmetry of excellence and humility, exclusivity and accessibility, freedom and community. We believe that challenging everyone to rise to their best creates game-changers that live well, long after cleats are unlaced. Born out of the belief in a better way. Continued in the ever-evolving pursuit of excellence.

A Proven Pathway: The ECNL Pyramid and Why Competition is Vital in Youth Soccer | Ep. 116
Apr 17, 2025 – 01:13:35
The Power of Sleep: Why Nightly Rest is the Key for Injury Prevention feat Dr. Drew Watson | Ep. 115
Apr 4, 2025 – 01:05:44
Club Chaos: What Does The Changing Youth Soccer Landscape Really Mean? | Ep. 114
Mar 19, 2025 – 01:08:39
The Future of American Soccer: A Collaborative Approach feat. Emily Cosler and Matt Crocker | Ep. 113
Mar 5, 2025 – 01:04:32
Building Winners and Leaders, feat. Anson Dorrance, Peter Kenyon, Jeremy Boone and Eric Potterat | Breaking the Line Ep. 112
Feb 19, 2025 – 01:05:54
Building a Successful Youth Club: Club Structure, Relationships with Professional Organizations, Distinct Player Pathway and More | Ep. 111
Jan 22, 2025 – 01:09:15
Why Are We Like This: A Brief History of the US Soccer Federation, Birth Year Regulations and ECNL Alums Drafted into MLS | Ep. 110
Jan 8, 2025 – 01:05:52
The Importance of Winning: ECNL Super Cup, Internationals vs. Homegrown Collegiate Players and ECNL Coaching Symposium | Ep. 109
Dec 18, 2024 – 01:07:42
College Soccer Dynamics: Men’s And Women’s College Cups, Roster Constructions and How to Stand Out to Recruiters | Ep. 108
Dec 4, 2024 – 41:44
Showcase Season Insights: Uncovering Scheduling, Substitution Rules, & Recruiting | Ep. 107
Nov 20, 2024 – 49:10
Youth Soccer Evolution: Embracing Individual Growth Over Team Success | Ep. 106
Nov 6, 2024 – 01:06:10
The Future of ECNL Soccer and Coaching Development | Ep.105
Oct 23, 2024 – 01:06:39
Versatility vs. Specialization: Navigating Youth Soccer Development and Positional Flexibility | Ep.104
Oct 9, 2024 – 59:18
Single Sport vs. Multi-Sport: The Relative Age Debate & Social Media’s Role in Getting Recruited | Ep. 103
Sep 25, 2024 – 01:24:02
Championship Mindset: Managing Playtime and Winning in Youth Soccer | Ep. 102
Sep 11, 2024 – 46:50
Soccer's Transformative Changes: NCAA Settlement, NWSL CBA, and Future Impacts | Ep. 101
Aug 28, 2024 – 54:25
Celebrating 100 Episodes: From ECNL to Olympic Glory and a look into Anson Dorrance's Influence | Ep.100
Aug 14, 2024 – 57:17
Southwest Dominance at ECNL Finals and the East Coast vs. West Coast Development Debate | Ep.99
Jul 31, 2024 – 01:08:17
Unveiling Soccer's Evolution: A Conversation with Charlie Stillitano | Ep. 98
Jul 17, 2024 – 41:55
Beyond the Game: ECNL Playoffs and the American Soccer Culture | Ep. 97
Jul 3, 2024 – 01:04:10
Navigating College Soccer Recruitment: Stand Out and Find Your Right Fit | Ep.96
Jun 19, 2024 – 55:30
Taking a Further Look Into Relative Age Effect and Biobanding with Dr. Drew Watson | Ep. 95
Jun 4, 2024 – 01:14:46
Inside ECNL Tryouts: A Candid Look Inside Making Informed Choices Amidst The Pressure | Ep.94
May 22, 2024 – 01:08:15
Unraveling Youth Soccer: Navigating the ECNL Pathway & Relative Age Effect | Ep. 93
May 8, 2024 – 01:02:12
Episode 92: Breaking the Line (feat: Christian Lavers and Doug Bracken)
Apr 24, 2024 – 56:24
Episode 91: Breaking the Line (feat: Pat McStay, Michael Renwick and Sean Nahas)
Apr 10, 2024 – 01:17:49
Episode 90: Breaking the Line (feat: Paul McVeigh and Steve Danbusky)
Mar 27, 2024 – 01:00:49
Episode 89: Breaking the Line (feat: Joe Nemzer, Gronthik Chatterjee, Mark Hiemenz & Russell Finch)
Mar 13, 2024 – 01:45:49
Breaking the Line: Episode 88 (feat. David Maddren and Campbell Chapman)
Feb 28, 2024 – 53:42
Breaking the Line: Episode 87 (feat. Casey Phair, Madison Tiernan, Mike O'Neill and Nick Heinemann)
Feb 14, 2024 – 01:08:06
Breaking the Line: Episode 86 (feat. Drew Brees and Dr. Drew Watson)
Jan 31, 2024 – 37:06
Breaking the Line: Episode 85 (feat: Christian Lavers, Ceri Bowley and Jay Howell)
Jan 14, 2024 – 45:24
Breaking the Line: Episode 84 (feat: Dan Naidu and Mike Aubry)
Jan 3, 2024 – 53:01
Breaking the Line: Episode 83 (feat: Lauren Flynn, Taylor Huff, Brandon Parrish, and Tyler Trimnal)
Dec 20, 2023 – 01:11:51
Breaking the Line Episode 82: (feat: Michele Krzisnik)
Dec 6, 2023 – 37:47
Breaking the Line Episode 81: (feat: Jason Kutney)
Nov 22, 2023 – 58:27
Breaking the Line: Episode 80 (feat: Matt Colvin, Stuart Hilton, Pat O’Toole, and Jared Spires)
Nov 8, 2023 – 49:15
Breaking the Line: Episode 79 (feat: Ceri Bowley and Christian Lavers)
Oct 25, 2023 – 46:42
Breaking the Line: Episode 78 (feat. Dylan Groeneveld)
Oct 11, 2023 – 30:11
Breaking the Line: Episode 77 (feat. Danny Tonks and Ralph Richards)
Sep 27, 2023 – 48:27
Breaking the Line: Episode 76 (feat: Tess Boade and Meg Boade)
Aug 30, 2023 – 42:52
Breaking the Line: Episode 75 (feat: Kameron Simmonds and Nick Simmonds)
Aug 16, 2023 – 01:00:25
Breaking the Line: Episode 74 (feat. Jessica McDonald)
Aug 2, 2023 – 54:07
Breaking the Line: Episode 73 (feat: Karse Klijian and Charlie Kosakoff)
Jul 19, 2023 – 39:09
Breaking the Line: Episode 72 (feat. Faith George and Savy King)
Jul 5, 2023 – 42:29
Breaking the Line: Episode 71 (feat. Dr. Kim Quigley and Dr. Brenda McBride)
Jun 21, 2023 – 01:06:26
Breaking the Line: Episode 70 (feat. Dr. Missy Price)
Jun 7, 2023 – 33:25
Breaking the Line: Episode 69 (feat. Dean Koski)
May 24, 2023 – 26:07
Breaking the Line: Episode 68 (feat. Albertin Montoya & Durwood Williams)
May 10, 2023 – 37:16
Episode 67 of Breaking the Line (feat: Ruairi McGuinness)
Apr 25, 2023 – 30:06