Keep The Game Beautiful Podcast

06/02/2023

JP Dellacamera known for his coverage on FOX Soccer and Anna discuss the growth of the Womens game in this episode.

Be sure to listen and subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jp-dellacamera-play-by-play-broadcaster/id1480311303?i=1000598166982

03/02/2023

How do referees reflect after a big game, especially when they know some on social media may have an opinion on key moments?

An amazing conversation with FIFA Referee Sam Martinez: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sam-martinez-fifa-referee/id1480311303?i=1000597162114

01/02/2023

After a very long break Anna's excited to return with Sam Martinez from the United Soccer Coaches Convention in Philadelphia earlier this month. Just a few days prior to this interview Sam had learned that she earned her FIFA Badge as a referee.

What an exciting opportunity for her 100th guest!

Make sure to listen to the full interview at:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sam-martinez-fifa-referee/id1480311303?i=1000597162114

08/06/2022

Anna is back with a new episode featuring Kim Crabbe, the first African American member of the US Women's National Team. Her story and passion for soccer is incredible. She is humble and loves to share the game with players at the grassroots level in areas where the game may not be as accessible.

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3-11-kim-crabbe-youth-soccer-coach/id1480311303?i=1000565558181

11/03/2022

Before Esse Baharmast was a referee he was a child who played street soccer and loved the game, dreaming of some day making it to the Olympics. I'm so glad that I had a chance to hear his story!

04/03/2022

I loved talking with Ben and Blake of Kick It Forward. We talked quite a bit about mini pitches and how these hard surface soccer courts can help grow the game and give players a safe place to play.

Listen to the full episode at: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3-08-kick-it-forward-ben-brackett-blake-siberz/id1480311303?i=1000552855657

15/02/2022

I love this advice from Mandy Green of Busy Coach. It's so important for athletes to know what they do well or what makes them stand out. Listen to our full interview at: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3-07-mandy-green-busy-coach/id1480311303?i=1000550272591

07/02/2022

Mandy Green - Busy Coach joined me at convention to share a few of the ways she helps coaches manage their workflow, including keeping focus of their individual why. Thanks for all the tips and ideas!

Listen to the episode at: https://buff.ly/35KbMtQ

02/02/2022

What an exciting opportunity to be part of celebrating National Girls and Women in Sports Day with United Soccer Coaches!

01/02/2022

In August of 2020 I talked to Yael Averbuch West about the NWSL Players Association and what it meant to have a players union. So exciting that this week NWSL Owners and Players have reached a contract agreement that has some really innovative things like mental health and parental leave.

Episode 47: https://buff.ly/35Grx5d

01/02/2022

Here is a clip of Amy Griffin sharing her experience on the podium as part of the US Women's National Team 1991 World Cup Championship team.

Listen to the full episode at: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3-06-amy-griffin-uswnt-gk-usa-deaf-womens-national-team-coach/id1480311303?i=1000549237110

29/01/2022

Check out what former USWNT GK Amy Griffin has to say about the role of the backup goalkeeper. In the episode she talks more about her experiences and how she supported her team even when she wasn't in the net.

Listen at: https://buff.ly/3ILCwse

28/01/2022

Talking with Amy Griffin, GK USWNT `91 and USA Deaf Women's National Team Coach was awesome. Her strong belief that in soccer everyone has a contribution, and we all belong is important to remember.

The full episode is at: https://buff.ly/3r8oHhJ
(We do continue to work on improving accessibility!)

25/01/2022

Later this week I'll post my interview with Amy Griffin (USWNT GK `91) who was recognized at with the Women’s Soccer Award of Excellence.

The US Deaf Women's National Team is UNDEFEATED in International Competition. They are preparing for the Deaflympics this May.

The team is actively seeking donations and partners to help them succeed. Take a few minutes and learn more, follow the team social media channels, and share.

01/01/2022

Last year I had a chance to interview Staci Wilson. She is a driven competitor who really knows how to bring out the best in people. I'm excited that she's willing to share her knowledge as a coach and as a strength training professional at

Ep 2-27: https://buff.ly/3u3ajpq

01/01/2022

Samantha Snow was a guest last year at the virtual convention. So excited that she'll be presenting this year in Kansas City. Can't wait til

https://buff.ly/3zqlEnD

01/01/2022

One of my most recent podcasts was with Kevin Sims. I look forward to seeing Kevin Sims at . Thank you to him and all the board members and staff of for putting together a great program!

Ep 3-04: https://buff.ly/3EaYP7X

31/12/2021

In Baltimore I was able to spend time with Corey Rockwell at the PRO booth. I'm really excited that he will be at as part of the Celebration of Soccer Officiating! I know each of his sessions will be great if you get a chance to see them!

Listen to Episode 12: https://buff.ly/32xq3Jo

31/12/2021

This year the referees are coming to . Tori Penso has been an awesome person to look up to and I'm so excited to see how her talk is received. I can't wait to visit in Kansas City!

Listen to Episode 2-04 https://buff.ly/3lEGJCy

31/12/2021

I love what Ann Murphy is doing in her work with Youth Rise KC to change her community. I can't wait to visit with her at to hear and see all the cool things she is doing now!

Listen at: https://buff.ly/2UeEl9x

31/12/2021

So excited to connect with Sarah Lowdon at . She is an incredible coach and does a great job approaching each opportunity with a learning mindset. I hope to catch some of her talk!

Listen to Episode 2-31:

‎Show Keep The Game Beautiful, Ep 231 - Sarah Lowdon, Penn State & Author, A Desk And A Chair - Jun 13, 2021

31/12/2021

At my first United Soccer Coaches class I met Alli Lipsher. I was lucky enough to have her on the podcast for Episode 29. I'm really looking forward to seeing her in Kansas City and watching her GK training sessions with Lisa Cole on Sunday!

Listen to Episode 29:

‎Show Keep The Game Beautiful, Ep 029 - Alli Lipsher - Mar 30, 2020

31/12/2021

I met Molly Grisham at the Camp Shutout Leadership Event. We've stayed in touch since and I am so happy to have met her! She really taught me the importance of being a quiet leader. I'm excited to see her at !

Episode 13: https://buff.ly/3JnDcVM

31/12/2021

Vince Ganzberg is at . One of the fun things I remember from our podcast was a story or two he shared about a friend of our family who he coached as a youth. If you listen to Episode 2-01 you'll hear the nick name his players gave him in these early years! :)

Episode 2-01: https://buff.ly/3HrLHgD

30/12/2021

Lesle Gallimore is going to be keeping busy at . We've connected a few times over the past couple of years but I'm really excited to meet her for the first time in Kansas City!

Check out episode 2-05: https://buff.ly/3EADu8c