How I Built This Sports Club
How I Built This Sports Club is a new podcast, diving into the lessons learned by founders, builders & leaders in youth sports. During each episode, Rich Nassif interviews a leader who shares the story of his/her organization’s progression from founding to success. Listeners will hear about the decision-making, problem-solving, innovation & vision that has defined each leader & their club’s journey. We learn how each guest is #BuiltDifferent
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Episodes
18 hours ago
18 hours ago
A man of many talents, who has worn almost every hat in the soccer world. During Part 1 of this episode, we hear about his goalkeeper program that developed three current MLS starters.
This is Neil Thompson and Big Cat Goalkeeping.
Follow Big Cat Goalkeeping @bigcatgk
This Episode is Sponsored by:
Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast
Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast
Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production
@builtthissportsclub
@chiefnassif
@timberreel
Wednesday Apr 01, 2026
Wednesday Apr 01, 2026
A different take on a development pathway for boys and girls. And an equal emphasis on academics and athletics, combined with a global experience.
This is Cam Omsberg and FC Florida.
Follow @fcfloridaprep
This Episode is Sponsored by:
Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast
Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast
Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production
@builtthissportsclub
@chiefnassif
@timberreel
You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com
#BuiltDifferent
Wednesday Mar 25, 2026
Wednesday Mar 25, 2026
July 30th to August 1st, in suburban Detroit. A new opportunity to learn from and network with some of the best minds in youth soccer. And how this event, entering year two, is just getting started.
This is Paul Tinnion and the North American Soccer Expo.
This Episode is Sponsored by:
Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast
Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast
Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production
@builtthissportsclub
@chiefnassif
@timberreel
You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com
#BuiltDifferent
Wednesday Mar 18, 2026
Wednesday Mar 18, 2026
A blank canvas. One of the youngest coaches in American professional soccer. And a record-breaking inaugural season.
This is Matt Poland and FC Naples.
Be sure to follow our guest Matt Poland and FC Naples at:
FC Naples
https://instagram.com/fc.naples
https://www.linkedin.com/company/fcnaples/
https://www.tiktok.com/@fc.naples
https://www.youtube.com/@FCNaples
Coach Matt Poland
https://www.tiktok.com/@coachgaffa
https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-poland-9a7749172/
This Episode is Sponsored by:
Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast
Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production
@builtthissportsclub
@chiefnassif
@timberreel
Wednesday Mar 04, 2026
Wednesday Mar 04, 2026
Part 2 of our conversation with David Richardson as we continue to discuss and learn from Sockers FC.
Over four decades, a club at the forefront of youth soccer. Synonymous with elite player development, national championships, MLS Draft picks and NT players. Built on a foundation of character and culture.
This is David Richardson and Sockers FC.
Follow Sockers FC on their socials: @sockerschicago
This Episode is Sponsored by:
Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast
Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast
Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production
@builtthissportsclub
@chiefnassif
@timberreel
You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com
#BuiltDifferent
Wednesday Feb 25, 2026
Wednesday Feb 25, 2026
Over four decades, a club at the forefront of youth soccer. Synonymous with elite player development, national championships, MLS Draft picks and NT players. Built on a foundation of character and culture.
This is David Richardson and Sockers FC.
Follow Sockers FC on their socials: @sockerschicago
This Episode is Sponsored by:
Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast
Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast
Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production
@builtthissportsclub
@chiefnassif
@timberreel
You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com
#BuiltDifferent
Wednesday Feb 18, 2026
Wednesday Feb 18, 2026
Improving youth soccer shouldn’t just happen one club at a time, it happens faster when clubs learn together. Surveys, benchmarking, net promoter score, insights that drive better decisions, and improved player retention.
This is Adam Kuhn and Satori.
Learn more about Adam's work at the Satori website: https://gosatori.org/. You can also connect with Adam by email: adam.kuhn@gosatori.org
This Episode is Sponsored by:
Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast
Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast
Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production
@builtthissportsclub
@chiefnassif
@timberreel
You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com
#BuiltDifferent
Wednesday Feb 11, 2026
Wednesday Feb 11, 2026
Two colleagues teaming up for the third time, taking on the leadership of a historic youth club that Ben Olsen, Daniel Lovitz and even Kobe Bryant called home. Now the focus shifts to centralizing administration and building a strong community.
This is Michele Burns, Shane Rineer and Lower Merion Soccer Club.
Follow Lower Merion SC and all the great work being done by Michele & Shane at @lowermerion_sc
This Episode is Sponsored by:
Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast
Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast
Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production
@builtthissportsclub
@chiefnassif
@timberreel
You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com
#BuiltDifferent
Wednesday Feb 04, 2026
Wednesday Feb 04, 2026
Rooted in the community and named after a famous Scottish club. And how one Irishman kept the nickname but elevated the club to a grander stage at both the youth and semi-professional level. This is Stuart Collins and Michigan Rangers.
Follow Michigan Rangers at @michiganrangersfc
This Episode is Sponsored by:
Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast
Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast
Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production
@builtthissportsclub
@chiefnassif
@timberreel
You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com
#BuiltDifferent
Wednesday Jan 28, 2026
Wednesday Jan 28, 2026
Rich sat down Live at REV on January 14th, 2026, profiling two clubs synonymous with Philadelphia. Two clubs from different sports, with different circumstances, assets, and objectives... but with the same goal of delivering a top experience for their players. The contrast is informative.
This is Brian Kraft & Philadelphia Ukrainian Nationals, and Colleen Magarity & HHH Philly Lacrosse.
Follow Ukrainian Nationals @philadelphiaukrainiannationals
Follow HHH Philly Girls @hhhphillygirls
This Episode is Sponsored by:
Sprocket Sports, Excellence on & off the field - www.SprocketSports.com/podcast
Keeper Goals, our equipment sponsor - www.KeeperGoals.com/podcast
Podcast Hosted by Rich Nassif and Produced by Timber Reel Production
@builtthissportsclub
@chiefnassif
@timberreel
You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com
#BuiltDifferent