In this episode, Élisabeth Tsé shares the story of her soccer career, from signing her first professional contract with HAC in France to the key steps that led her there, including balancing academics with football. We dive into her accomplishments with the Canadian National Team, her challenges with the Youth National Team, overcoming injuries, and the reasons behind her departure from the OL Youth Academy. Éli also opens up about the mental side of the game and reflects on her second year as a professional athlete in France’s top division. Élisabeth is a true embodiment of persistence, dedication, and passion.

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In this episode, Ethan Doukhan shares the reasons behind his decision to leave Canada and pursue soccer in the United States. He discusses the steps he took during the recruiting process and how he ultimately chose Harford Community College. Ethan highlights the importance of finding the right fit in terms of the school, soccer program, and financial aid. We also dive into his experience as a freshman, reflecting on his first season and the significance of seizing opportunities.

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In this episode, Pénélope Cuirinier reflects on her formative years at the professional soccer academy of Olympique Lyonnais in France, where she honed her skills over the course of 10 years. She then contrasts soccer culture in the U.S. with France football culture, sharing her insights on the differences in playing styles and the evolution of her role as a goalkeeper. Through our conversation, Penelope opens up about the challenges she have faced and describes how her daily life in the U.S. now differs drastically from her time in Europe.

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In this episode, Laurie sits down with Clara Knöpke to discuss her journey to the U.S. to play NCAA Division I soccer at the University of Akron. Clara opens up about the challenges she faced as an international student-athlete, including dealing with injuries, navigating culture shock, and adjusting to the differences between soccer in the U.S. and football in Germany. Plus, Laurie explores who Clara is beyond the field. Tune in to hear Clara's insights and personal experiences!

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In this inaugural episode, Laurie shares her personal soccer journey across various countries and explores her motivations. She also gives a sneak peek at some of the exciting guests lined up for future episodes! We hope you will enjoy this episode!