New Ground with Allen & Jalil

New Ground with Allen & Jalil

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042: LIVE from Austin! New Ground with the 2025 MLS All-Star Game Pre-Show

Yo! We in the building LIVE from Q2 Stadium in Austin, Texas for the MLS All-Star Game What an honor to open up the 2025 MLS All-Star Game. New Ground hosts Allen Hopkins Jr. and Jalil Anibaba kick it in the booth prior to kickoff of the mid-season celebration. We get into: Hometown Heroes of Austin, Texas Unlocking core memories for All-Stars Austin FC Playing Host Messi skipping the MLS All-Star Game MLS v Liga MX Alex Freeman's ascent Warming up as a Starter vs 2nd Team Flowers; City of Austin - - - If you want real conversations from inside MLS and all things global footy, follow New Ground and SHARE this episode with someone who lives and breathes the game.

041: 2025 MLS Midseason Check-in

We Get Into: FLOWERS: Collegiate Soccer Players and Defender Aaron Long - - - If you want real conversations from inside MLS and all things global footy, follow New Ground and SHARE this episode with someone who lives and breathes the game.

040: Gyasi Zardes' longevity in pro soccer and the power of earning respect

Gyasi Zardes is loving his life as a father and juggling the responsibilities of being a professional footballer. Gyasi reveals how growing up in Hawthorne shaped his resilient, authentic approach on and off the field. He's driven by faith, community, and a lifelong commitment to excellence. We Get Into: Gyasi's multicultural upbringing fueled his passion and perspective His signature mohawk Navigating the pressures of being a top scorer Being a proud father trying to balance the beautiful chaos Elevate your game by staying true to your roots FLOWERS: USMNT Operations Team - - - If you want real conversations from inside MLS and all things global footy, follow New Ground and SHARE this episode with someone who lives and breathes the game.

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 - - - If you want real conversations from inside MLS and all things global footy, follow New Ground and SHARE this episode with someone who lives and breathes the game.

038: Turning Pain into Power: How Athletes Leveraged Their Platform for Change

Five years ago, a group of Black Major League Soccer players refused to stay silent in the face of racial injustice, sparking a movement that transformed their sport and society. Allen and Jalil are joined by co-founding members Justin Morrow, Ike Opara, and Earl Edwards Jr. as this episode dives into the raw, unfiltered stories of those who led the charge—creating BPC (Black Players for Change)—and reveals how a spontaneous act of protest grew into a resilient organization with a mission to uplift the next generation. We get into: The strategic tactics behind the initial protests and their evolution The importance of authentic leadership and brotherhood in social movements How activism became a league-wide movement, building a shield of solidarity The role of media, social justice, and legacy in empowering future Black athletes Practical lessons for the next generation on turning outrage into action and lasting impact - - - If you want real conversations from inside MLS and all things global footy, follow New Ground and SHARE this episode with someone who lives and breathes the game.

037: Hidden leadership secrets of Issa Tall that transformed the Columbus Crew

Discover the secret sauce that transforms promising players into legendary icons, and learn how organizations like Columbus Crew foster a unbreakable team spirit that resonates both on and off the pitch. Issa Tall is the visionary General Manager of Columbus Crew, a leader known for transforming organizations through culture, strategic vision, and authentic connection—building a team that embodies excellence on and off the field. We get into: Understanding opponents like Switzerland and Turkey can elevate game plans Issa uncovers the secret to building a winning culture Leadership at the intersection of race, culture, and sports is still breaking barriers Humble beginnings as a Senegalese immigrant African and French youth soccer shaped his approach FLOWERS: Allen Hopkins, Senior & Historian David Ewing - - - If you want real conversations from inside MLS and all things global footy, follow New Ground and SHARE this episode with someone who lives and breathes the game.

036: Lamar Neagle from Federal Way redefined what it means to succeed in soccer

Imagine growing up in a city where soccer wasn’t just a sport, but a symbol of identity, community, and chasing dreams larger than the game itself. Lamar Neagle's story of resilience, representation, and transformation from the streets of Federal Way to the international stage.. He shares how he navigated obstacles, found his voice, and made history on the field—and how he’s now shaping lives off it. We get into: Early influences from local legends and icons like Drogba and Henry Lamar Neagle scoring against Chelsea in his first pro game Realities of transitioning from pro athlete to financial advisor Why community and culture matter What the 2026 World Cup means for the next generation of Black players. FLOWERS: Serhou Guirassy & Benny Feilhaber - - - If you want real conversations from inside MLS and all things global footy, follow New Ground and SHARE this episode with someone who lives and breathes the game.

035: At age 14 Calen Carr traveled by himself to train in Brazil

What 14-year old convinces his family to travel to Brazil by himself so that he could train? How would you handle the culture shock and living on your own? Calen Carr is former MLS striker, Carr played 8 seasons in the league after being selected in the first round of the 2006 MLS SuperDraft by the Chicago Fire. He spent five years in Chicago where he helped the club win the U.S. Open Cup before joining the Houston Dynamo, where he reached two MLS Cup finals. We get into: Growing up in Berkeley, California Playing collegiate ball at CAL Flying solo in Brazil as a teenager Crafting stories as a member of the media - - - If you want real conversations from inside MLS and all things global footy, follow New Ground and SHARE this episode with someone who lives and breathes the game.

034: Baky Soumaré's seamless move from footy to high-end design

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: Chris Richards’ steady at Crystal Palace, Tyler Adams’ explosive EPL impact Baky Soumaré prepped life after footy while he was playing He founded Pitch Concepts in 2012 Overcoming adversity, building legacy, and leading with compassion Victories behind the scoreboard FLOWERS: Kei Kamara & Brandon Hill - - - If you want real conversations from inside MLS and all things global footy, follow New Ground and SHARE this episode with someone who lives and breathes the game.

033: Brian White earned April Player of the Month leading the Vancouver Whitecaps FC

Close your eyes and envision scoring 4 goals in one game. Whitecaps Striker Brian White doesn't need to use his imagination as he just did it. Brian White is the all-time leading goal scorer for Vancouver and there is he is not stopping anytime soon. He opens up about the culture of the club and how their bonds propel them to their success. We get into: Champions League semi-final, defense-optional football Barcelona vs. Inter Milan, Lamine Yamal’s historic performance Inter Milan pulling off Cinderella stories on home soil LA Galaxy’s recent struggles and the promise of LAFC Club World Cup to springboard struggling teams Brian White nets four goals in a single match Whitecaps are a tight-knit group Journey from college days to MLS stardom FLOWERS: Our Mothers who prop us up - - - If you want real conversations from inside MLS and all things global footy, follow New Ground and SHARE this episode with someone who lives and breathes the game.

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