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Sean and Dylan are two Division 3 graduates from the USA, who dropped everything to pursue their dream of being professional soccer players. Both playing in Germany now, the boys tell their stories and break down each aspect of the steps required to go pro, stay pro, and stay happy. With the help and stories of amazing guests to inspire you to pursue your own dreams and ultimately MAKE YOUR OWN PATH. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
- USL League One Growing Pains: The Tormenta Collapse with Conor Doyle
Professional soccer in the United States is growing fast but behind the scenes, things aren’t always as stable as they seem. In this episode, Jake and Sean sit down with veteran pro Conor Doyle to talk about the shocking news that South Ge…
- Insights into USL League One: Pay, Trials, & What People Don’t Know
nsights into USL League One: Pay, Trials, & What People Don’t Know In this episode, Sean Vinberg and Jake Keegan break down the real reality of USL League One. We answer the questions players and fans actually want to know but rarely hear…
- 1:57 Patience, Persistence, Personality: Ollie Wright’s Breakout Year
The full video version of this episode is available on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/Nc8XB4Wchvc Sean Vinberg and Jake Keegan sit down with Ollie Wright to explore the twists and turns of his unique football journey. Coming of…
- 1:56 Nobody Cares, Work Harder with Brecc Evans
In this episode, Sean and Jake sit down with Brecc Evans, an American defender currently playing in USL League One with FC Naples. Over the past seven years, Brecc has carved out a steady career in U.S. soccer, logging six seasons in Leagu…
- 1:55 Ebb & Flow: Life Through Soccer with Mikey Lopez
Watch the Full Episode on YouTube at Footwork Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ynrmfdp_Zvg&t=2186s In this episode, Sean Vinberg and special co-host Jake Keegan sit down with Mikey Lopez, a seasoned professional and former MLS midf…
- 1:54 The Journeyman with José Galán: The Spanish record holder for most countries played in
We sat down with José Galán , the ultimate football journeyman whose career has taken him across more than 16 countries (without counting trials!) and countless cultures. From the pitches of Spain to the far corners of Asia, the Middle Eas…
- 1:53 Walk By Faith Not By Sight with Nathan Messer
Watch the Full Episode on YouTube at Footwork Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0phL3mSfBKU In this episode, Sean Vinberg sits down with Nathan Messer , professional soccer player for Portland Hearts of Pine , for an honest and insp…
- 1:52 Taking Down 4 Bundesliga Side's to Make it to the DFB Pokal Final with Mael Corboz
In this episode, we’re joined by Mael Corboz, captain of 3. Liga side Arminia Bielefeld, who are making headlines with one of the most remarkable DFB Pokal runs in recent memory. Against all odds, Bielefeld have knocked out one 2. Bundesli…
- 1:51 An Update, New Signings, a New Club with a Special Guest
2025 is off to an interesting start! We know we haven't been publishing new episodes so often but that's all about to change. BUT FIRST, we get an update from the boys and a Footwork favorite and USL League One legend Jake Keegan. Sean and…
- 1:50 Finding a New Team
Welcome back to Footwork. Sean and Dylan have enjoyed a decent career up until this point. But you're only as good as your last game and for our hosts, it is no different. The boys talk about the journey that they are currently on, trying…
- 1:49 I Should Be Uncomfortable with Justin Rennicks of AC Oulu (Veikkausliiga)
Professional footballer Justin Rennicks is currently playing for AC Oulu in Finland's Veikkausliiga. He has played in the MLS, USL Championship and USL League One as well as taking the field for the USA in the U-20 World Cup. Having over 3…
- 1:48 Attention, Intensity & Intent with Sport Psychologist Dan Abrahams
We sat down for the second time with sport psychologist Dan Abrahams. Dan has worked some of the world's best athletes including premier league players and most recently with Arne Slot at Feyenoord during their title winning season. Even G…
- 1:47 Unapologetically and Authentic with Satara Murray
We sat down with the powerful Satara Murray, a professional soccer player for Sheffield United whose journey is as inspiring as it is unique. Born in Brooklyn and raised in Austin, Satara's love for the game propelled her to a national cha…
- 1:46 Live The Life You Love with Ashkanov Apollon
THE FULL VIDEO VERSION IS AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kI7ss7b7BWU&t=2180s Sean sits down with Ashkanov Apollon, a Haitian international who defied the odds to carve out a successful career in professional soccer d…
- 1:45 Finding a Way with Sam Rogers, the American in Norway
We sat down with American professional soccer player Sam Rogers. At 25 years old, Sam has spent time playing in the USL Championship, Norway's First and Second tier, US Youth National Team and has made 1 appearance for the US Men's Nationa…
- Small Sided with Caleb Stanko: Frank Lampard and Gelson Fernandes Advice (From Episode 1:44
Small sided is a segment where we highlight one of our favorite moments with a guest. This one is from our episode with Caleb Stanko, the former Bundesliga and MLS player who was most recently in Greece's top league. We discuss some of the…
- Update: Sean Signs a New Pro Deal
Dylan and Sean talk about the new Pro deal Sean signed recently. After spending 1 season in Mongolia and almost 7 years in Germany, Sean is finally back playing in the US. They talk about the importance of staying game ready, networking an…
- Small Sided with Peter Swinkels: Connections, Business World and Self-Identity (From: Episode 1:42)
Small sided is a segment where we highlight one of our favorite moments with a guest. This one is from our episode with Peter Swinkels, the former USL League One goalkeeper who recently decided to retire from the sport of soccer. In this s…
- 1:44 Giving Your Best is a Requirement with Caleb Stanko
We recently connected with American professional soccer player Caleb Stanko. At 31, Caleb has experienced the highs and lows of a soccer career that spans multiple countries and leagues. A current free agent, Caleb has played across 4 coun…
- 1:43 Chasing Dreams Across Continents with Joe Gyau
We sat down with Joe Gyau, a professional American soccer player whose journey has taken him from Silver Spring, Maryland to the soccer pitches of Europe and beyond. At just 17, Joe made the bold decision to leave his home and pursue his d…
- Jordan Bender Small Sided (From Episode 1:40)
Small sided is a segment where we highlight one of our favorite moments with a guest. This one is from our episode with Jordan Bender, the former Orlando City, Cape Town City, and Charlotte Independence midfielder who is now playing in the…
- 1:42 Hanging Up the Boots with the American Goalkeeper Peter Swinkels
We sat down with Peter Swinkels, the former USL League One goalkeeper who recently decided to hang up his boots and explore life beyond the soccer field. Peter's career has seen him play for teams like One Knox and Spokane Velocity, with f…
- 1:41 Warubi Sports & My Career with Chris Griebsch Part 2
In this exciting episode, we're joined by Chris Griebsch, the co-founder of Warubi Sports and a former professional soccer player with an enlightening journey. 🌏⚽️ Chris shares his unique story of transitioning from the soccer fields to t…
- 1:41 Warubi Sports & My Career with Chris Griebsch Part 1
In this exciting episode, we're joined by Chris Griebsch, the co-founder of Warubi Sports and a former professional soccer player with an enlightening journey. 🌏⚽️ Chris shares his unique story of transitioning from the soccer fields to t…
- Fast Feet Questions with Jordan Bender (From Episode 1:40)
Our Fast Feet Quick Fire Questions from episode1:40 Taking in the Moment with Jordan Bender: The American in Latvia Favorite Player, Best Moment, Best Player He's Ever Played with and More! Check out the full episode on our feed belo…
- 1:40 Taking in the Moment with Jordan Bender: The American in Latvia
We recently sat down with Jordan Bender, a 22-year-old American soccer player now making waves in the Latvian First Tier with FK Metta. A former U20 USA national team player, Jordan's professional career began with a homegrown contract at…
- Mateo Aramburu Small Sided (From Episode 1:39)
Small sided is a segment where we highlight one of our favorite moments with a guest. This one is from episode 1:39 Fight For What You Want With The Uruguayan Professional Footballer Mateo Aramburu. We talk about being grateful with where…
- Fast Feet Questions with Mateo Aramburu (From Episode 1:39)
Our Fast Feet Quick Fire Questions from episode 1:39 Fight For What You Want With The Uruguayan Professional Footballer Mateo Aramburu. Favorite Player, Best Moment, Best Player He's Ever Played with and More! Check out the full episode ri…
- 1:39 Fight For What You Want With The Uruguayan Professional Footballer Mateo Aramburu
The remarkable journey of Mateo Aramburu, a footballer whose story transcends borders and embodies the true spirit of resilience. Born in Guatemala and of Uruguayan and English descent, Aramburu's passion for the game has taken him on a wh…
- 1:38 If You Stop Getting Better, You Stopped Being Good with Sarah Puntigam of Houston Dash/Austria
Discover the remarkable journey of Sarah Puntigam, Austrian soccer sensation and captain of the national team. From her roots in Europe to her current role with the Houston Dash in the NWSL, Sarah's career epitomizes breaking barriers and…
- 1:37 Comparison Is The Thief Of Joy with Marcelo Palomino: The American Playing in the Superettan
At just 22 years old, Marcelo Palomino has already left an indelible mark on the sport, representing the youth USA national team, gracing the pitches of Major League Soccer with the Houston Dynamo, and now, embarking on a new chapter in th…
- 1:36 Always Wanting More with Johan Gómez: The American Playing in the 2nd Bundesliga
Johan Gómez is a 22 year old professional soccer player from Texas, currently playing for Eintracht Braunschweig in the 2nd Bundesliga. Having known he wanted to test his abilities in Europe, Johan ventured to Porto after several trials ar…
- 1:35 Evaluate, Analyze, and Adapt with Marcus Urban : FC Union Berlin's Head of Coaching Education
Marcus Urban is currently the head of education of coaching at 1. FC Union Berlin. Having spent years traveling the world, Marcus realized he was fascinated by football development in different countries. He knew that his goal was to work…
- 1:34 The Extra Mile with Atlas F.C. Femenil Midfielder Kayla Fernandez
Kayla Fernandez is a professional footballer for Atlas FC in the Liga MX Femenil, Mexico's first tier. After teaming up with her two sisters at Tulsa University, Kayla decided to venture into a new country and environment. Guadalajara has…
- 1:33 Never Give Up with Ivan Klasnić the former Bundesliga, Premier League, & Croatian Footballer
The full video version of this episode can be found here on our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/PZEZhIaonW4Ivan Klasnić is a former professional footballer and current football agent. Having rose through the ranks at the famous FC St. Pa…
- 1:32 Preparation is a Skill with Lucas Stauffer
Lucas Stauffer is an American born professional soccer player who has traveled the world playing the beautiful game. He's found success both domestically and abroad, and has challenged himself to find opportunities to grow himself both on…
- Kicking it With Keegs Vol. 3 A Long Ranging Discussion with The American Pro
Sometimes you just want to kick it with friends and talk about the world of soccer. Especially when its our friend, former guest, world traveler, and USL League One professional Jake Keegan. We cover A LOT of ground in this one: - Tactics-…
- 1:31 Different Versions of Success with RSC Anderlecht Defender Lara Schenk
Lara Schenk is a German born professional player for RSC Anderlecht in Belgium. Spending time in the Wolfsburg Academy, and youth national team setups, Lara ultimately chose to study and play at Harvard University in the USA. From there sh…
- The Layover Hoodie
The Layover Hoodie. Black, Oversized and Insanely Comfortable.https://footwork.club/product/the-layover-hoodie/9am. 3pm. 21:00. Newark. Hamburg. Bangkok.No matter the time, no matter the city or airport, the Footwork Original Layover Hoodi…
- 1:30 Team First with American Coach at Jahn Regensburg Joe Enochs
Joe Enochs is an American professional coach for SSV Jahn Regensburg in the 3rd Bundesliga. He came to Germany in 1993 and it’s been his home ever since. A club legend at VfL Osnabrück, he played in over 350 games and also featured once fo…
- Our Consultation Episode (Questions for Sean and Dylan)
A different episode today...We do consultations here at Footwork, where we try to make ourselves available for players who want to connect, ask questions, and maybe advice. We think it's a good way of giving back and also expanding both of…
- We Took The UEFA B License Course
We ventured to eastern Germany to take part in a UEFA B License Course. It was an international course run by Warubi Sports, so there were coaches from the US, Germany, Canada, Mexico, England, Holland, Brazil, and Australia to name a few.…
- 1:29 Make Your Own Luck with Kyle McLagan
Kyle McLagan has spent the last two seasons at Víkingur Reykjavík, one of Iceland’s oldest clubs, and current league champion. Kyle is currently recovering from an ACL and MCL injury and reflects on his road to professional football. An un…
- 1:28 Nothing to Lose with James Lawrence
James Lawrence is a professional footballer for FC Nürnberg in the second Bundesliga. His roadmap has had several stops, some less common than others, but all have left him with a plethora of experiences and accomplishments. From Arsenal Y…
- Deep Dive Denmark with Morten Knudsen
Morten Knudsen (check out episode 00:63 for his full story) sits down with Dylan and Sean to dive deep into Danish football. This is part 2 of a large series that will share in-depth information about different leagues around the world. So…
- Small Sided with Jazmin Wardlow: Group Discussion on Past Opportunities (From Episode 1:27)
Sean poses the question to the group: Is there an advantage to going into opportunities without too much expectation or knowledge? Can it be limiting to know some of the hurdles of your first experiences? A bigger discussion about taking c…
- 1:27 If You Do What You Love, You Can't Lose with Jazmin Wardlow
Jazmin Wardlow is a professional soccer player who just signed for the Central Coast Mariners in Australias' A league. Jazmin has already made it across the world in her young career, playing for Santa Clara and Oregon in college, being dr…
- Trials in Thailand with Sean Vinberg
Sean was recently in Thailand in pursuit of finding a club and to begin to make his own path in South East Asia. We discuss why he decided to make the jump, how he did it, the differences in culture in and outside the game, food, daily lif…
- The Premier League Episode: (23/24 Season Preview)
For our Premier League Fans:A new season is upon us in the English Premier League and that means we had to get the old band back together. For those who are as obsessed as we are, we had to break down the season and make some bold and not…
- Deep Dive Germany: Regionalliga
Germany’s 4th tier, Regionalliga. Dylan and Sean dive deep into the league and share what it has to offer. This is the first part of a larger series that will share in-depth information about different leagues around the world. They tried…