3 Old Goalies

Join us on the "3 Old Goalies Podcast," presented by Delusion.Group, as we sit down with the legendary Kevin Hartman. Known affectionately as "El Gato," Kevin's storied career in soccer has made him a household name, especially noted for his remarkable tenure with the LA Galaxy both as a player and as a Goalkeeper Coach. In this episode, we dive deep into Kevin's experiences on the field, his transition from a player to a coach, and the wisdom he's gathered from decades between the posts. From exhilarating wins to challenging lessons, Kevin shares insights that are as inspiring as they are educational. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the world of soccer, this conversation with one of the sport’s most esteemed figures is not to be missed! Join us for laughs, reflections, and an insider's look at the life of a soccer legend.

In the landscape of American Soccer, there are a number of pioneers of the beautiful game. One of those pioneers, Mexico Liga Santos Laguna Legend, and member of the US National Team, Allan Adams joins the Three Old Goalies to discuss his career.

Adams was the first American Goal Keeper to play in the Mexican League and has some amazing stories to tell.

Allan joined the show back in October but we had some technical issues that made this recording a crazy series of edits to get released here in January of 2024.

Also joining this episode is Pat Johnston of White Glove Goalkeeping to talk about Allan and his career. Adams credits Johnston with changing the direction of his soccer career.

Recorded 10.5.23

Continuing our segments hosting some of the best Women's Soccer "influencers" we know, 3 Old Goalies welcomes in Sarah Lowdon:. Originally from Newcastle, England, Lowdon started her playing career at Newcastle United Women's FC (2002-2008). She continued her playing career and studies at Gateshead College (2006-2008) where she was inducted into the Hall of Fame. Lowdon began her collegiate career in the United States at Mississippi State University in 2008 then transferred to McNeese State University to play for the Cowgirls from 2009-2011. She graduated from McNeese St. with her Bachelor’s Degree in Health and Physical Education. She went on to complete her Master’s Degree in Exercise Physiology and Health Promotion as a double concentration in 2014 while also beginning her coaching career as a two-year Volunteer Coach for the Cowgirls. Lowdon also represented to San Francisco Nighthawks in the WSPL. Following graduation, Lowdon began a year-long stint as an assistant women’s soccer coach at Wayland Baptist University. During this time, she was also an adjunct instructor in the Health and Human Performance Department and earned her NSCA CSCS (Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist) in 2014. For the next two and half years, Lowdon served as an Assistant Coach for the Houston Dash in the NWSL. During this time, she also served as an assistant women’s soccer coach at Sam Houston State University. Lowdon was also an adjunct instructor in the Kinesiology Department. Lowdon joined the University of Florida Women’s Soccer program in June of 2017 as an equipment manager. While at UF, Lowdon earned a second Master’s Degree in Sports Management with a specialization in Athlete Development. She also served as an Adjunct Instructor and Teaching Assistant for three years in the Sport Management Department at the University of Florida. Lowdon has also earned her US Soccer Federation (USSF) National A-Senior Coaching License, United Soccer Coaches Premier Diploma and became PAADS (Professional Athlete Development Specialist) certified in December 2019. From Newcastle to across the USA, to assistant Coach for the NWSL's Houston Dash, Sarah Lowdon has seen and done it all--and she shares her stories and viewpoints with us. Join us, won't you? (Thanks Penn State Sports Info Dept) Recorded 8.8.23

The Women's World Cup is in New Zealand and Australia this year and we felt like there was no better way to celebrate it than to bring in Michelle Rayner.

Rayner, a Kiwi and New Zealand National Team player, represented her country in the first-ever Women’s World Cup in 1991 in China. At this time, she has planted roots in Lexington Kentucky.

As is tradition here at the 3 Old Goalies, season 3 kicks off with some great stories. Michelle joins Boa, Bone, and EV to share her experiences over the years and talk a little bit about the World Cup.

Michelle is a staple of Soccer in the Bluegrass. From 3v3, the youth game, and men's and women's game Michelle is an influence on the game in the Bluegrass State.

From LMU in Tennessee, the University of Kentucky, High Point University, and back to the bluegrass with Tower Hill Sports and Lexington Sporting Club, Michelle shares her experiences and expertise with the 3 Old Goalies.

Grab your favorite beverage and pull your stool up to the bar as we bring you, Michelle Rayner!

Recorded on 7.11.23

As the 3 Old Goalies prepare for the start of the Women's World Cup this month, we welcome one of the most influential women in the history of Soccer in the United States Carla Overbeck.

Over the last 31 years, Overbeck has worked with the Duke Blue Devils as Duke has advanced to the NCAA Tournament 28 times, including NCAA College Cup appearances in 2011, 2015, and 2017.

As a player at the University of North Carolina (Chapel Hill) Overbeck was a four-time member of the NCAA All-Tournament Team and a two-time All-ACC selection. In addition, she was a member of the 1986 Soccer America All-America Freshman Team. She was also the Most Valuable Defensive Player of the 1988 NCAA Tournament.

Overbeck’s playing accomplishments include being an important part of the United States Women's National Team. Overbeck was an instrumental player for the U.S. in winning the 1991 Women’s World Cup in China. She captained the 1995 U.S. World Cup squad that advanced to the semifinals and also served as captain of the 1996 U.S. Olympic Team that won the gold medal.

Her career achievements include:

- FIFA World Cup Champion (1991, 1999)

- Olympic Gold Medalist (1996)

- Olympic Silver Medalist (2000)

- Goodwill Games Gold Medalist (1998)

- US Women’s National Team Member (1988-2000)

- US Women’s National Team Captain (1993-2000)

- Sports Illustrated Sportswomen of the Year (1999)

- WUSA Founders Cup II Champion (2002)

- National Soccer Sports HOF Inductee (2006)

- North Carolina Sports HOF Inductee (2010)

- NCAA National Champion (1986-1989)

- Soccer America Freshman All-America (1986)

- NCAA Tournament Most Valuable Defensive Player (1988)

In this episode, we talk about a number of Carla's accomplishments and talk a little about her participation in "THE SOCCER TOURNAMENT" 7v7 event that was held in Cary, North Carolina in June. Grab your favorite beverage, and pull up a chair as the 3 Old Goalies spend time with one of the greats, Carla Overbeck.

In this special Father’s Day Episode, Cliff and Steve McCrath are the first to share their combined and incredible soccer journey with us.  Both men have certainly over-achieved in their respective arenas.  In this episode, both men share their great stories with typical McCrath insight, humility, and humor. 

Cliff is in 12 Hall of Fames including the United States Soccer Hall of Fame. Cliff’s career includes 30 NCAA soccer tournament appearances.  At Seattle Pacific University, his team was runner-up 5 times and champion 5 times.  He’s the 2nd winningest men’s soccer coach in the NCAA.

Steve played on his dad’s 1986 championship team, runner-up on the 1990 team. As a coach, he won his first D2 championship in 2018 at Barry University in Miami Florida. At Barry, he had 9 D2 appearances in the NCAA tournament. Steve is currently the men’s head coach at Wheaton College in Wheaton, Illinois.

Not only are the 3 Old goalies transfixed with the accomplishments of these men....we are in the presence of United States soccer ROYALTY!  

Turn the Volume Up to 11 and enjoy the stories from Cliff and Steve McCrath. 

Wanna hear some soccer stories?  Join us!!

Not many guys have been privileged enough to see the game in the US from as many levels as our latest 3 Old Goalies guest, Joe Elsmore.

From being one of the best players to come out of "Soccer City, USA"--Kearney, NJ-- to playing in the ACC in his collegiate days (being an integral part of NC State's reign in the ACC), and then getting to the top shelf of soccer refereeing and the soccer industry and business, Joe has seen and done it all.
For years, the head of US Soccer marketing for Nike, Joe shares stories of his playing, refereeing, and Nike soccer days. From signing USWNT legend Mia Hamm to a Nike deal to negotiating and signing National Team programs such as US Soccer, BRAZIL, etc.' Joe gives us humorous and keen insights into how the game has grown in the US with his unique "behind-the-curtain" insights and views.
Thoroughly entertaining and engaging, Joe Elsmore takes us on another soccer journey that 3 Old Goalies are proud to share with you!! Come along, and join us, won't you?

#Soccer #USMNT #JoeElsmore #Elsmore #beautifulgame #Nike #3OGs #3OldGoalies #Goalies #NCAA #NWSL #MLS #USL #NASL #UPSL #Futbol #Hamm #USWNT #USSoccer #menssoccer #wosoc #womenssoccer #MiaHamm #Jordan

Thomas Rongen, our latest guest, checks each and every one of the US soccer "builder" boxes. What an amazing journey and career for a man that has been at almost every level of soccer as a player AND a coach! As a player from a stellar career in Holland, to playing in the NASL, APSL, USISL, MISL and many other leagues to coaching at Youth Club level, to High School, to College, to Professional, to National Team programs and beyond. Truly a remarkable career that is ongoing and one of the most interesting guests and episodes that 3 Old Goalies has hosted. In addition to the above accolades, Coach Rongen was the first coach of American Samoa to get a goal and a win. Thomas Rongen's story will be part of a feature film released in Fall of 2023. “next goal wins”. We thank Thomas--again--for his time and great stories and insights, and hope that you will enjoy this episode as much as we did! Get ready for some more GREAT soccer stories!! Join us, won't you? #SOCCER #USMNT #USSOCCER #NASL #podcast #beautifulgame #AmericanSomoa #wosoc #menssoccer #NASL #APSL #USISL #MISL

One of our original intentions for 3 Old Goalies was to share stories about how the game of soccer has been ‘grown’ in the US.
David Rubinson is a man who has been one of many ‘builders’ of the sport.
Dave played in college, and then started both the Men’s and Women’s programs at Texas Christian University in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
He also played on and then later coached several US Maccabi games entries.

In addition, Dave has been a US Soccer scout, ODP regional coach, Regional Director,  and National Team Staff Coach for decades.
Truly a servant of our game, and as with all 3OG guests, a true character of our game! 
3OG is extremely proud to call Dave a friend of our podcast, and we are thrilled to present Dave Rubinson on our latest episode.
Let’s tell some soccer stories!!

Jon Busch returns to join the 3 Old Goalies again for a great episode of stories, and some insight on what it’s like to coach overseas and in the USL.  The UNC Charlotte Hall of Famer had a lengthy career across multiple leagues.  With over 470 matches in his career Jon played in multiple league including the highest league in our land, Major League Soccer.
Jon played for:

Carolina Dynamo

Hampton Roads Mariners

Hershey Wildcats

Columbus Crew

Chicago Fire

San Jose Earthquakes

Indy Eleven

Jon also had some time at the national level with the U-17s and the USMNT.   

Upon ending his playing career, he signed a one-day contract with the Columbus Crew to retire with the Crew. His first MLS team.

Jon is currently coaching with Bob Lilly in Pittsburgh with the Riverhounds.  As a coach, Jon is well known for his ability to get the best out of his keepers.

Buschy truly is a friend of the show making multiple appearances over our two seasons and sharing some of the best stories about the beautiful game today.
Pull up a chair, grab your favorite drink, and enjoy the stories as EV, Bone, and Raber spend an evening with Riverhounds Director of Goalkeeping Jon Busch.

*Recorded 4.2.23

Part 2 of a great interview with Ralph Lundy gets even more fun when Ralph Polson joins in on the fun! Ralph Polson coached collegiately for 38 years. He had successful stints at Presbyterian College, Wofford College and College of Charleston alongside Coach Ralph Lundy. But most importantly, to us 3 Old Goalies guys, Ralph is himself an "Old Goalie"!! Ralph was kind enough to call in as our special guest on the Ralph Lundy episode and of course, the soccer stories continued!! EV can tell you, first hand, that Ralph Polson was an outstanding collegiate GK. It was always a privilege to play against him--EV never beat Erskine--not only because Ralph was a fine GK, but because he was and is and always has been, a good guy, and the consummate gentleman. The 3 Old Goalies are happy and proud to call him a friend and welcome him as the special guest on the Ralph Lundy episode. Join us,won't you?

*This episode ALSO INCLUDES one of BOA'S TRIPS AROUND THE GLOBE :)

Ralph Lundy is truly an American soccer icon.
Having been a collegiate coach for well over 4 decades, Lundy has coached at all levels of soccer in the United States, with impressive stints at Western Carolina University, Erskine College, College of Charleston, Ralph has won countless coaching awards, Ralph has been inducted to 4 Soccer Halls of Fame. He has run the Ralph Lundy Soccer Academy for decades. In short, the man has been a pillar of the sport in the US.
However, one of Ralph's true gifts is his ability to remember and relate soccer stories across the timeline of his career. 3 Old Goalies was indeed fortunate to connect with Coach Lundy and the episode was so entertaining, funny, and long that we had to split the episode and make it 2 parts. This is PART ONE.
Please enjoy our visit with Ralph Lundy--a true soccer pioneer, icon, and top-notch "Soccer Guy'.

Pat Johnston joins the 3 Old Goalies podcast for the third time to share his work with TheSquad.com and talk with the boys about the beautiful game.

The former All-American has seemingly done it all. Not only did he earn his Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Duke University but he also has a Masters in Fine Arts from Sewanee: The University of the South.

Pat played professionally at Newcastle United in the English First Division (now the Premier League) He spent time with the Miami Sharks, Freedom, and Fort Lauderdale Strikers. In the USISL he had a stint with the New Orleans Riverboat Gamblers. He also spent time with Chattanooga United Football Club. He’s been an Assistant coach at numerous colleges and spent an extended period of time as Head Coach at Sewanee: University of the South 2009-2020.

Pat’s resume also includes being selected to Region III ODP Staff and more. He is also the author of The Odyssey of a Soccer Junkie.

Grab your favorite beverage, pull up a chair and enjoy the chat at the bar with John Boa, Greg Deutsch, Greg Raber, Ryan Sparks, Eric Vaughter, and our special guest Pat Johnston.

Few people embody the term LEADERSHIP the way that Hank Steinbrecher does. The former US Soccer Secretary General joins the show after his induction into the United Soccer Coaches Hall of Fame at the 2023 United Soccer Coaches Convention.

We talk the current USMNT situation, some of Hank’s time spent with Pele and we ask Hank some listener questions. It doesn’t get much better than a sit down with the “ALL of Famer” Hank Steinbrecher.

So, grab a coffee or the caffeinated beverage of your choice for this early morning recording, and join us won’t you?

Recorded 1.14.23

#Soccer #USMNT #USSoccer #UnitedCoaches #UnitedSoccerCoaches #Leadership #Pele #Futbol #TheBeautifulGame

Season 2 Episode 8 of the 3 Old Goalies has the boys talking about the Drama surrounding the #USMNT, the Coaching Situation, and Berhalter/Reyna Soap Opera.   

Special Guest: 

Warren Wilson College Hall of Famer Roland Paiva joins the guys for another great episode. No, he's not a goalie, but rumor has it that he sure knows how to make goalies look silly when he would shoot at them.  

Grab a drink, have a seat and join us, won't you?

The 3 Old Goalies are back for a #WORLDCUP special with Special Guest Greg Raber!   
John Boa, Greg Deutsch aka Bone, Eric Vaughter "EV", and Ryan Sparks aka @Touchedartist, dive into the 2022 World Cup along with guest Greg Raber.
A 2 Hour and 26 Minute episode with some great one liners and some rants along the way.  

We know it's a long one but, it was a great time.  Join us, won't you?

Talking #USMNT, #Soccer, Greg Berhalter, and more.  #worldcup2022 #ARGENTINA #FRANCE #collegesoccer #ncaa #Naia #futbol #3oldgoalies #pele #messi #mbappe #dimaria #SCOREgoals #YNWA #UK #UniversityofKentucky #Syracuse #UCLA   

More about our special guest Greg Raber:  2001 – Named second team All-MAC for the University of Kentucky… Was first in the nation in goals-against average with a 0.40… Recorded seven shutouts in just 12 matches, including three straight in the postseason… Recorded first assist by a goalkeeper in UK history with a feed to John Monebrake at Bowling Green… Named MAC Player of the Week after helping Cats shut out No. 15 Furman, the only time this season the nation?s leading scoring team had been held scoreless… Named the Defensive MVP at the Florida International Invitational… Cats were 10-2-0 after Raber entered the lineup on Oct. 5 at Bowling Green.  

1999-2000 – Played for UNC Greensboro, starting 22 games in his two seasons as a Spartan… Played 923 minutes as a freshman with a 0.14 goals-against average… As a sophomore, played 800 minutes with a 1.46 GAA.

An icon of the Men's Collegiate game in the US and another Friend of 3OG, Bob Warming recently retired after 46 years of coaching Men's college soccer at all levels.  Along the way, Bob has led programs such as St. Louis University, Creighton U., UNC-Charlotte, Penn State U, and U of Omaha--to name just a few. Bob shares with us his fascinating journey and life and coaching story, along with a wonderful sense of humor.  Join us, won't you?

We kick off the 2nd Season of 3 Old Goalies Podcast keeping things close to home.  Alec Kaan is the young starting GK for FC Cincinnati, and the Club is making progress out of the MLS cellar.  Alec shares stories of his journey from playing High School soccer in GA to playing at Furman University to making the jump to professional soccer and eventually into MLS.

PLUS, we are joined by a very Special Guest in this episode, so sit back, relax, and enjoy the Premier 2nd Season episode!  Join us, won't you?

Known throughout his High School, Collegiate, and Professional career as a no-nonsense, hard-as-nails, ironman defender; Scott Schaeper has the unique distinction of never missing a start through college and pros.

Scott played at U of Dayton, following the lead of his 2 older brothers, and then moved into the professional ranks with Cincinnati Cheetahs and Wilmington Hammerheads of the USISL.

Always a joy to coach, and a sturdy, reliable "Goalkeeper's Friend", Scott kicks off 3 Old Goalies' second season and is the first in a 3 episode segment exploring 'minor league soccer' in the US.

Great insights and memories, Scott has lots to talk about, and great stories to share!

Join us, won't you?

From inception to National Champions!  For 26 years, Becky Burleigh led the Florida Gators Women's Soccer team in the ultra-competitive Southeastern Conference.

Becky has won 3 national championship and was the 1st female head coach to win an NCAA Division 1 national championship defeating the defending national champion UNC tar heels in 1998 in only the Gators fourth year of existence.

We were lucky enough to get a few minutes with Burls along with her college coach and mentor, Joe Perreira, to recount her amazing soccer journey.

As with all great Coaches, Becky imparts some unique insight, wisdom, and advice to aspiring collegiate players and fellow coaches alike.

Truly an icon of Women's Soccer in the United States, you won't want to miss this entertaining and thought-provoking episode of the 3 Old Goalies!

Join us, won't you?

As the sport of professional Soccer has grown in America, many men claim to be entrepreneurs in the business of pro soccer.  However, few men have done more across the nation to help nurture and develop the pro game than our guest Peter Wilt.

Wilt has been involved in the business of pro soccer at ALL levels in the US, and tonight he shares some of his stories, philosophies, achievements, successes, and failures.  Peter Wilt is truly an American soccer pioneer and entrepreneur extraordinaire!

We hope you will enjoy listening to this episode as much as the 3 Old Goalies did in recording it.  Peter Wilt is a fascinating man who has done much to grow the professional game of soccer in our country.

Join us, won't you?

Truly an icon of American born soccer coaches, Greg Andrulis has coached at EVERY level of soccer in the United States.  In this episode, Coach Andrulis shares his stories of getting started in soccer, his first coaching job, his journey in the collegiate ranks, followed up by his experiences coaching in MLS with the Columbus Crew.

IN short, there are guys who coach, and then there are guys who are born to coach.  Greg Andrulis is a born coach.  He's a man who would be successful coaching ANY sport, but we're lucky...he chose Soccer.  His story is one to be shared, and we at 3 Old Goalies are honored to share it.  Join us, won't you?

There are Legends, and then....there are LEGENDS.  

Dan Gaspar is a true Goalkeeper Coaching LEGEND.  Dan has seen and done it all at every level of football across every football stage in the World.

GK Coach at 2 World Cups (for 2 different National Teams), Champions League, and Coach at MLS and US Soccer.  

Founder of the Star goalkeeper Academy Camps and Clinics which has been teaching and mentoring Youth GKs for over 25 years.  

Dan's stories are as legendary as he is, and he shares them with us in this Episode of  3 Old Goalies.  An Episode that you won't want to miss, and will likely listen to several times over.  

Join us, won't you?

Some people might call David Winner a "journeyman Goalkeeper".  During his playing career, Dave played for many different clubs in the MLS, the USL, the USISL, the NPSL, the A-League.

Having been a high school All-American, and a collegiate national champion,  Winner went on to a 6-year career in the professional ranks.  Along the way, Dave has proverbially, 'Seen it All".

Listen as he takes the 3 Old Goalies through some of his most rewarding and humorous tales along the journey of being a professional Goalkeeper and ultimately a GK Coach in the USA.

Join us, won't you?

Dave Banning is an icon in the US soccer industry.  Boasting over 4 decades of distributing soccer-specific brands such as Erima, Patrick, Uhlsport, Ligne 7, Derby Star,  Goal, Surridge Cobbler, Killer Volleyball, Minerva, vici, Hi-Tec, Ref Gear, and now Reusch Goalkeeper, Reusch Snowsports, Olympus Rugby, and TruSox.

Dave's company, Continental Sports Supply has prevailed as arguably the top distributors in North America, making Dave Banning one of a handful of US businessmen who has actually MADE money on soccer.

In this episode, Dave takes us on his remarkable journey and discusses the history, as well as predicts the future of the soccer business in America.

Join us, won't you?

On tonight's 3 Old Goalies episode, we are joined by 2 of the most respected people in the soccer field equipment business, Erik Imler and John O'Rourke.  Both men are integral to the development and success of Kwik Goal, an internationally renowned, truly American, soccer company.  There are very few soccer businesses that can claim  'Made in USA' on their product--but Kwik Goal has been an industry leader for decades, and Imler and O'Rourke have been at the helm for most of it.

Join us, won't you?

Our guest tonight--as we continue our segment on Soccer Business in America--is Charlie Dunphy, National Director of Sales for Select sport America. Select makes the BEST soccer balls on the planet, and Charlie takes us through the process of manufacture, marketing, and promotion.  Some jewels here for our listeners, and unique insights shared by one of the top soccer guys in the USA.

Join us, won't you?

Our guest tonight, Richard Motzkin, is widely known as the most successful Soccer Agent in the USA.  Over time, Motzkin has built the largest representation agency for professional Soccer athletes from every league in the world.  Follow his journey with us as we continue our 'Soccer Business in the US' collection of episodes ONLY on 3 Old Goalies podcast.

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Kim Wyant is an American soccer coach and retired player. She is the head coach of the New York University men's soccer team, the first and only woman to lead a men's National Collegiate Athletic Association soccer program and into the NCAA tournament.

Juergen Sommer shares his quite incredible stories of playing soccer all over the World in the most humble and honest way imaginable.  We have special guest as always and a very, very special tribute to one of the finest Human Beings ever that we just lost.  ENJOY! Join EV, Bone and Boa - listen, laugh, learn and love each other!

Former Duke University All-America, and US Professional goalkeeper, Coach and Author Patrick Johnston joins the boys for a DELUXE 2 HOUR SHOW!