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
Episodes
May 13, 2026
May 13, 2026
1hr 8 min
Description for the episode: It’s a pretty simple concept… be the best. Be the best version of yourself. Embracing the right mentality is the best thing anyone can do, and this MLS professional is here to help young athletes do the same.
This is Chris Mueller and BTB.
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 Productions.
@builtthissportsclub
@chiefnassif
@timberreel
You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com
#BuiltDifferent
Apr 22, 2026
Apr 22, 2026
1hr 10 min
Raising an athlete while shaping a person. The car ride home. So many other youth sport scenarios. And a new effort to support the athletes, parents, coaches and staff.
This is Dr. Meghan Miller and The Mental Game Method.
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 Productions.
@builtthissportsclub
@chiefnassif
@timberreel
You can reach us at builtthissportsclub@gmail.com
#BuiltDifferent
Apr 8, 2026
Apr 8, 2026
1hr 15 min
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
Apr 1, 2026
Apr 1, 2026
1hr 10 min
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
Mar 25, 2026
Mar 25, 2026
1hr 7 min
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
Mar 18, 2026
Mar 18, 2026
1hr 20 min
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
Mar 4, 2026
Mar 4, 2026
1hr 8 min
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
Feb 25, 2026
Feb 25, 2026
1hr 2 min
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
Feb 18, 2026
Feb 18, 2026
1hr 32 min
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
Feb 11, 2026
Feb 11, 2026
1hr 33 min
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