#football #inthe11pod #inthe11 Stay tuned for another exciting episode of In The Eleven Podcast! In this special series, we take a deep dive into the unforgettable moments that defined 2023 in the world of football. From my arrival in Australia to hosting incredible guests on the show, it's been an incredible journey. As the year comes to a close, …

Welcome to a special edition of The In the Eleven Podcast, where I dive deep into my professional soccer season in Australia. Join me as I am interviewed by Alayna to discuss the highs, lows, and everything in between, shedding light on the reality of playing soccer overseas. This episode is a must-watch for college soccer players, aspiring profess…

Join us in this episode as we unravel the incredible soccer journey of Solomon Constant, from growing up in Iowa to becoming a goal-scoring sensation in Finland. This episode is a must-listen for college, academy, and aspiring professional soccer players eager to tread their own path to success. Solomon Constant, our special guest, shares the highs…

Embark on a remarkable journey with Samantha Rosette as she shares her unconventional path to becoming a professional female soccer player. 🌍 From Champions League matches in Kazakhstan and Lithuania and the current push for promotion in France, Samantha's story is a testament to perseverance and passion. In this episode, aspiring female soccer pla…

In the Eleven with Brendan Griffiths | Episode 115: Navigating the Path to Pro Soccer with Victor Davis 🎙️ Welcome to 'In the Eleven with Brendan Griffiths' In this episode (Ep. 115), join us as we dive deep into the world of professional soccer with our special guest, Victor Davis. Victor, a talented soccer player, recently completed a season in F…

This week in stepping into the 11 is Brianne Reed coming off a league title in the Melbourne NPL in Australia she relives the chase for the title and the long winding road to get there. Blossoming into a star at Rutgers University to winding up competing for minutes with Becky Sauerbrunn at FC Kansas City Brianne's career needed a change. Venturing…

Are you passionate about soccer and considering a professional career? Look no further than Australia! In this video, we'll dive into the top 5 reasons why you should seriously consider playing professional soccer Down Under. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to take your soccer career to the next level. Watch our video and make an info…

Stepping into the 11 this week for his second time is Seth Taylor the Life Coach, Mental Health Professional and Healer of athletes. Seth has worked with people from all walks of life and has found a specific passion for those in the world of elite sport, furthermore assisting hundreds of top level professional players in their journeys to accessin…

#football #inthe11pod #inthe11 Stepping into the eleven this week is Nick Spielman! Nick had a fascination for professional soccer from an early age and quickly realized that in order to get to the top he was going to have to go out of his comfort zone. After transferring in college in search of the platform he needed to go on to the professional g…

#football #inthe11pod #inthe11 Stepping into the eleven this week is Addison Steiner! From her experience at Northwestern where she excelled on the pitch, but struggled at times to remain positive a change and transfer to the University of Hawaii sparked her love of the game again. She went on to have a tremendous career that spanned Europe and the…

#football #inthe11pod #inthe11 Stay tuned for another exciting episode of the In The Eleven Podcast! From her early days as a college soccer star in high-level Division 1 programs like Richmond and Iowa to her experiences as a professional player in Europe and the NWSL, our guest Alyssa Walker is here to share the behind-the-scenes action. Strap in…

This week it is me myself and I on the mic as my season in Australia has come to a conclusion. I break down the season, battling relegation, injuries, personal issues and how everything shook out. I give my thoughts on my time in Australia and what the future could hold for what is next. Tune in ! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/inthe11pod Subscri…

This weeks guest is my great friend, and former teammate/roommate in Darmstadt Germany Leang Valenzuela. He was last on the pod all the way back in episode 20 back in 2020. We dive into what has been going on in his career the past three years as a footballer, his return to Germany, his time in Spain, returning to America and rehabbing from knee su…

This weeks guest is the assistant Men's Soccer Coach at powerhouse Division 1 school St. John's University, John Ciano steps into the 11. He shares his journey in the game on the touchline which has taken him to all levels of collegiate coaching. From being a grad assistant at a small Division 3 school to a Head Coach at St. Rose and now one of the…

This weeks guest Turkish Women's Super League Player Rashida Beal steps into the 11. A player who has never backed down from the challenge of pursuing a professional career Rashida has tackled everything from injuries, false contract promises and family emergencies in order to chase her dream of being a professional footballer. Entering her third s…

This weeks guest Rwandan international and recent Nordvarmlands FF in Sweden signing JP Rutabayiro steps into the 11. We discuss his journey in football but really so much more than that as JP is far from just your average footballer. With a purpose and intention that he brings to his life JP discusses how his footballing career can inspire his com…

This week my teammate Max steps into the 11, to share the journey that started in France and brought him to the Athletic Bilbao Academy. Faced with hardship and adversity Max went on to play professionally in France, face corruption in Greece, realize his dream of playing in a first division in Australia only to be met with a knee injury. Listen to…

Live from down under my Mom makes her third appearance and my sister makes her debut in the 11. We discuss them coming down to watch me play, the insane travel experience they had to arrive in Perth and all things leading up to the big move from New York to Australia. Tune in! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/inthe11pod Subscribe to the show: https…

This week the Doxa Katokopias FC Defender steps into the 11 to share how an American found his way into the Cypriot leagues. Following a College career where seeking new challenges was met with a Covid year and an Ivy league opportunity that didn't merit everything he was hoping for Mac Naggar set out on the path to become a pro in Europe. Listen i…

This week's episode features a special guest, Coach Zach Ssebatindira, a Pharmaceutical industry professional with a strong interest in cancer therapies, diagnostics, and interventions. He was my former collegiate coach at Chestnut Hill College, and I even served as his assistant for another year. This episode is one of my favorites as we reconnect…

In this episode, we feature Ryan Hogan, an integral figure in my journey to Australia and finding my club. Ryan is the founder of the Play Sport Agency, while still playing he has also turned his focus to helping other players realize the same dreams that he had as a young footballer through the Play Sport Agency. This engaging episode offers valua…

In this episode of the In Eleven podcast, get ready to meet Alex Mapp, a talented defender hailing from Medina, Ohio, who's currently making waves at Vänersborgs IF in Sweden. With a business administration degree under his belt from Ashland University and a wealth of knowledge gained from team sports, he's grateful for the experiences that will sh…

Today we get back to the roots of the show. Griffiths talks about what has brought him to where he is in his footballing career. Football, the beautiful game, has enthralled millions of hearts worldwide for centuries. The sport is much more than just a game; it's a passion, a lifestyle, and a culture. As we dive deep into the journey that has shape…

The First Name On The Team Sheet In Nykobing, Starts A New Chapter; a Chat w/ Chris Thorsheim This week, we delve into the life of Chris Thorsheim, a former college soccer player from Bucknell University, who has made a name for himself in the professional soccer scene in Denmark. We will discuss his journey, from his college days to his profession…

A Football Journey Born From A Serbian Coffee Shop; a Chat w/ Danilo Radjen: Episode 95 This week, we bring you the stories of individuals from the world of football, showcasing the dedication and skills required to reach the highest levels of the game. Our guest this week is Danilo Radjen, a professional footballer who has made his mark in countri…

The Update: I'm Playing Football Overseas Again; Episode 94 We are back and this week I'm in the 11 ladies and gentlemen. Today we are getting back to the roots and it's a solo podcast with yours truly. I give you the update on what's been going on in my life and my football career. As you can tell by the title, yes I'm in a brand new country and y…

A Different Sport Within The Game, The Pro Goalkeeper; a chat w/ Mike Lansing: Episode 93 Michael Lansing is an American professional soccer player who plays as a goalkeeper for Aalesunds FK in the OBOS Ligaen, this week he steps into the 11 to share the mindset of a professional goalkeeper at the highest levels of European Football. Lansing shares…

A Professional Footballer's Journey To Pro Through A Camera; a chat w/ Noah Cavanaugh: Episode 92 This week Salt City Union defender Noah Cavanaugh steps into the 11 to share life as a footballer in Rochester New York. Noah has a football career that has taken him across continents, cultures, pushed his limits and driven him to be the footballer an…

A Shen And UAlbany Grad Battling Sam Kerr, PSG And Real Madrid; a chat w/ Meghan Cavanaugh: Episode 91 Meghan Cavanaugh steps into the 11 this week to represent the 518 and share her story of a career thats just starting to catch fire. Growing up in the capital region of New York it may not have necessarily been a hot bed for soccer talent but meet…

A Pro Soccer Career Developed Through Gratitude; a chat w/ Natalie Muth: Episode 90 Natalie Muth steps into the 11 to share her journey from humble beginnings playing the game she loves in a small town outside of Portland, to playing for her dream school Portland University and now playing against some of the worlds best footballers. Each week she …

The Two Time NWSL Champion Is Resilient; a chat w/ Tegan McGrady This week Tegan McGrady steps into the 11. A player who was constantly featuring for the Youth National Teams growing up and always knew she wanted to push herself as much as she could in the game. She found success at Stanford University, her dream school and would even go on to earn…

Kazakh Champions League Nights and NWSL Dreams; a chat w/ Brenna Connell Episode: 88 Brenna Connell is in the 11 this week and she shares the lengths she was willing to go to achieve her dream of being a professional. From stumbles at George Mason, Israeli unprofessionalism, a German dream stripped by Covid, training in Cow pastures and so much mor…

A Footballer With A Dream Born In Rio, Fulfilled In Germany; a chat w/ Eric Ganime Episode: 87 This week Eric Ganime steps into the 11 to share a footballing story with origins in Rio and stopovers in places like Iowa Western Community College, St. Francis University Germany and beyond. Tune in to hear just what it's like to leave home as a teenage…

This week Jared Odenbeck steps into the 11 to share the story of how he weathered the storm to find his sunny day. A path to a pro career took him through some of the top collegiate soccer programs in the United States at Georgetown and Wake Forest. While he was met with obstacles at both, especially Wake Forest taught him the value of competition,…

Take a little trip down memory lane and check out the best moments from the second half of the year in podcasting on the in the 11 show. 2022 was a year filled with amazing stories, guests and content. If you like anything that you hear go ahead and check out the full episode with all the links placed right here. 3:10: Luca Sarno and Austin Hill -h…

Take a little trip down memory lane and check out the best moments from the first half of the year in podcasting on the in the 11 show. 2022 was a year filled with amazing stories, guests and content. If you like anything that you hear go ahead and check out the full episode with all the links placed right here. (1:28) Episode 48-Steve Covino: http…

The First Professional Footballer From MONTANA; a chat w/ Eddy Prugh :Episode 83 Eddy Prugh the first ever professional soccer player to come out of the state of Montana in the USA steps in the 11 to share his journey to the pros, when as a youngster that vision was unclear. A trip to Bolivia ignited a passion for the game that carried him to incre…

How To Become a Professional Player AFTER Playing College Soccer; a chat w/ Sam Agosti Sam Agosti, the former Santa Clara player steps into the 11 this week, to share some tips on how to become a professional soccer player. Even if you go to college for all four years, that does not have to mean that your career is over as soon as you walk across t…

Episode 81: Division 1 Walk On To Champions League Nights; a chat w/ Kyle McLagan Kyle McLagan steps into the 11 this week to share his journey in the game of football. Kyle's journey has seen him face adversity and rejection from an early stage in his career but it never derailed him. Making his way to the division 1 level at Furman Kyle proceeded…

Episode 80: From The Concrete Jungle To Oberliga Matchday's; a chat w/ Evan Kostylev Evan Kostylev steps into the 11 this week to share his journey in the game of football. A teammate of Brendan's in Darmstadt Germany Evan has now found his way back to Deustchland at the levels we often day dreamed about during our time in the amateur levels of our…

Never Take The Game For Granted: a chat w/ Stephen Flora Part 2 The rest of the Stephen Flora story! We break down his pro career, one that brought him from indoor soccer in California to Germany, Spain and even Andorra. We even discuss the gruesome injury that left him bed ridden in a hospital in Andorra for weeks and the road to recovery he has b…

Episode 78: Refusing To Quit; a chat w/ Stephen Flora part 1 Stepping into the 11 this week is Stephen Flora to share the first part of his career. A career that was filled with setbacks and obstacles but never diminished his desire to reach the highest levels of the game possible. Through all pushback Stephen never lost his relentless work ethic a…

Episode 77: Redirecting The Feedback Loop and Building a Pro Career; a chat w/ Alex Ainscough Pt.2 Part 2 of the Alex Ainscough story, enjoy! Support Via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/inthe11pod Subscribe to the show: https://in-the-11.captivate.fm/ Watch the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTIKaXh28XlDY-NaJEuCPJw Follow The sh…

Episode 76: Redirecting The Feedback Loop and Building a Pro Career; a chat w/ Alex Ainscough Pt.1 Alex Ainscough is not the first journeyman footballer to step into the 11 and I am guessing he will not be the last. A star studded youth career saw Alex receive interest from a majority of the top college programs in the United States and led to him …

Episode 75: The 7 (.5) Things I Have Learned After 75 Episodes After 75 times welcoming you into the 11 I wanted to recap all the things I have learned after interviewing countless pros and people immersed in football. Check out the full episode to hear more and some of the stories that have brought me to these conclusions! A pro football career is…

Episode 74: An American Smashing In Goals in Slovenia; a chat w/ Brian Saramago This weeks guest, Brian Saramago is stepping into the 11. Another product of the Red Bull Academy Brian credits his chance to trial with Red Bull to his best friend and current Red Bull first team player Omir Fernandez. He came and impressed and as they say, the rest is…

Episode 73: Germany, Puerto Rico, USA And Never Being Afraid To Fail; a chat w/ Alejandro Castaing Ale steps into the 11 to share the journey he has embarked on through football. Ale was a teammate of Brendans in Germany so the boys reminisce on their time together in Darmstadt. Training with the first team, playing matches, being nervous, off the …

Episode 72: Growing Up A Red Bull, Bursting On The Scene At Georgetown, Now Honing His Craft As A Pro; a chat w/ Arun Basuljevic Stepping in the eleven this week is Arun Basuljevic, a Red Bulls Academy graduate who went on to the storied Georgetown University Men's Soccer program and had immediate success. Training day in day out with players who w…

Episode 71: Dropping Out Of College To Chase The Pro Futbol Dream In Mexico; a chat w/ Cesar May Cesar steps into the 11 this week and we talk college soccer in the United States, growing up in Exton Pa. and his now professional opportunity with Club Calor In Mexico. Cesar hasn't always had an easy road to the pro game, being undersized but technic…

Episode 70: Homeless In France, To National Team Captain and Icelandic Champion; Be Undeniable w/ JC Mack JC Mack steps in the 11 to share his inspiring journey to becoming a professional footballer. His story features everything, Division 1 soccer scholarships, contracts passed up in Trinidad and trial by fire with MLS side Chicago Fire. JC is aut…