Irish Cups, American College, Australian Trophies And Opening Doors For The Next Generation; a chat w/ Ryan Hogan

In the 11 with Brendan Griffiths

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 valuable insights, particularly for players curious about the experiences of transitioning to a different country. Tune in for an enjoyable and enlightening discussion!

Timestamps:

0:00 Intro

4:04 The importance of taking calculated risks in football.

5:52 Building relationships with coaches and athletes.

10:58 The buzz of facilitating opportunity for a player.

18:41 How to help players choose a college.

20:24 College Soccer in America.

24:42 Excitement and pushback for traveling to the states.

39:26 The rollercoaster of emotions players go through when they go through ups and downs.

45:40 How he got started in the game.

50:37 The season after covid-19 and sterling's second season.

52:14 Giving players the opportunity to move to Australia from home.

57:56 Recruiting the right type of players.

Key Highlights:

• It's important to be willing to take calculated risks in pursuit of one's dreams in the world of football.
• Developing strong relationships with coaches and athletes is crucial for success and creating opportunities in the football industry.
• Players experience a rollercoaster of emotions throughout their football journey, it's important to have courage in overcoming ups and downs.
• The Play Sport Agency provides opportunities for players to move to Australia and pursue their football careers, bridging the gap between different countries and offering new experiences.

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