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College Coaches Use Atlanta United Academy Showcase to Evaluate Top Uncommitted Talent
The Atlanta United Academy College Showcase gave college coaches a direct look at the top uncommitted players in the region, evaluated against their peers in a competitive setting. For programs like Georgia Gwinnett and Oglethorpe, the event provided clarity. Over full matches, coaches assessed how players handled pressure, adjusted to challenges, and compared within the same environment, information that directly informs recruiting decisions.
Jason Longshore
Jan 173 min read
From Collapse to Cup Shock: Rob Smethurst on Macclesfield FC’s Impossible Week
Macclesfield FC’s stunning FA Cup upset of defending champions Crystal Palace was more than a shock result. For owner Rob Smethurst, it was the latest chapter in a phoenix club’s journey from collapse to community cornerstone. Speaking with SDH AM, Smethurst reflects on the historic win, the club’s rebirth, and what the moment means for a town that found its heartbeat again through football.
Jason Longshore
Jan 173 min read
Reclaiming the Protagonist Role
Atlanta United’s preseason reset is about more than tactics. From Chris Henderson’s long-term vision to Enea Mihaj’s call for higher standards and Tata Martino’s insistence on collective responsibility, one message is clear. This is a club redefining its identity, strengthening its culture, and setting out to be protagonists again in Major League Soccer.
Jason Longshore
Jan 157 min read
Auckland FC Director of Football Terry McFlynn on Building Something New in Oceania
As the OFC Pro League prepares for its first-ever season, Auckland FC Director of Football Terry McFlynn reflects on what it means to help launch a professional era for Oceania football. From building pathways for Pacific Island talent to representing one of the world’s most diverse communities, McFlynn explains why this moment is bigger than one club, one league, or one season — it’s about creating something that lasts.
Jason Longshore
Jan 154 min read
From Blank Canvas to Global Reach: How Nate Miller Is Building AC Boise
Nate Miller is building AC Boise the way he believes clubs should be built: through relationships, trust, and a clear sense of purpose. From scouting in Panama to shaping culture at home, the first-year head coach sees expansion as a rare blank canvas. His approach blends ambition with intention, focusing not just on how players perform, but who they are and how they grow together.
Jason Longshore
Jan 153 min read
Building Pathways, Not Just Players
Steve Cooke is building more than teams at Lexington Sporting Club. The former Atlanta United 2 manager is shaping a full development pathway as Youth Academy Director and founder of the club’s new College Advisory Program. From professional prospects to family guidance, Cooke’s mission is clear: create opportunities that last far beyond the final whistle.
Jason Longshore
Jan 144 min read
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