039: Jordan Allen says emotional intelligence is key for coaches

What would it be like to have always been really good at soccer? Darlington Nagbe wouldn't know.

Entering his 15th season in MLS, we check in with the all-time great that could have his number retired at each of the clubs he's represented (yeah, he's that good).

We get into:

• Jordan Allen as head coach of RSL Academy’s U-17s
• From a promising player to a top-tier coach with two MLS Next championships
• Dealing with injury
• Growing up with a Jamaican soccer pioneer
• Years of mentorship shaping his coaching philosophy
• Foundational understanding of multiple positions accelerates his coaching success
• Practical tactics for fostering trust and instilling discipline
• FLOWERS: Uriah Rennie & Chris Nurse

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