Passion Purpose & Soccer Podcast
Welcome to the Passion, Purpose & Soccer Podcast hosted by Mustaf! This weekly podcast is your go-to destination for inspiring conversations with the next generation of soccer leaders. Each episode features dynamic interviews with young, driven players, coaches, captains, team owners, managers, and directors, who are all working tirelessly to elevate their careers and the sport they love.
On this show, we explore the personal and professional journeys of our guests, diving into their goals for the season, the daily routines that keep them at their peak, and the strategies they employ to build successful teams and thriving careers. From overcoming obstacles to achieving success, our conversations offer listeners valuable insights into the mindset and dedication needed to excel in soccer.
One of our primary missions is to connect players with opportunities in top-tier soccer leagues such as the Metroplex Premier League in Dallas/Fort Worth, UPSL, and NISA Nation League. We also give them direct access to renowned clubs like Warriors United FC, Threat FC, I & I FC, and Dallas Atletico. Whether you're a player aiming to break through or a fan who wants to understand what it takes to succeed at the highest levels, this podcast brings you closer to the action.
Additionally, we help players build important relationships with professional soccer agents, including my trusted friend Angel in Coppell, TX, offering a direct path for players to explore opportunities and further their careers in the competitive soccer landscape.
With Passion, Purpose & Soccer Podcast, you'll get expert insights, inspiration, and connections that can accelerate your growth and help you achieve your soccer dreams. Join us each week to discover how passion, purpose, and determination are the keys to success in soccer and beyond!
Passion Purpose & Soccer Podcast
Ep.19 Importance of Accountability|Alex Lozano
SummaryIn this episode of the Passion Purpose in Soccer podcast, host Mustaf interviews coach Alex Lorenzo, the head coach of the North Texas Aztecs. They discuss Alex's journey as a player and coach, his non-profit goalkeeping academy, and the requirements and philosophy of the academy. They also talk about the North Texas Aztecs and the bond formed with the players over the years. The conversation with Alejandro Lozano covers various themes related to coaching and managing a soccer team. The chapters include discussions on building trust and loyalty among players, joining the MPL, community engagement, financial challenges, and the rules and structure of the league. In this episode, Mustaf and Alejandro Lozano discuss the idea of running a league like the English Premier League, with relegation and promotion. They also talk about the importance of making every game matter and giving young players advice on how to make it to the big leagues. Alejandro shares information about the North Texas Aztecs and their upcoming tryouts. He emphasizes the importance of developing players and asks coaches to consider what they are truly developing for. Mustaf concludes with a reminder to pursue your passions and goals.
Takeaways
- Gratitude for health and the opportunity to coach
- The importance of former players in forming a club
- The need for affordable soccer training
- The value of discipline and commitment in goalkeeper training
- The bond formed with players over time Running a league with relegation and promotion can make every game matter and increase competition.
- Young players should make sound decisions and weigh their options when trying to make it to the big leagues.
- The North Texas Aztecs offer opportunities for young players to develop their skills.
- Coaches should consider what they are truly developing for and focus on player development rather than just winning games.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Gratitude
06:54
Alex's Journey as a Player and Coach
18:29
The Non-Profit Goalkeeping Academy
25:46
Requirements and Philosophy of the Academy
28:26
The North Texas Aztecs
29:01
Building Trust and Loyalty
41:09
Joining the MPL
44:12
Community Engagement
48:12
Financial Challenges
52:16
MPL Rules and Structure
59:36
Running the League Like the English Premier League
01:01:11
Relegation and Moving Up Teams
01:01:36
Advice for Young Players
01:03:36
Finding North Texas Aztecs
01:04:03
Tryouts and Development
01:06:23
Shoutouts and Gratitude
01:08:27
The Purpose of Development
01:11:24
Closing Thoughts
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