In this powerful episode of The Middle-Aged and Miserable Podcast, Pat and Chris sit down with former MLS star and US National Team player Kelyn Rowe to reveal the untold side of MLS soccer. Sharing his experiences playing against Thierry Henri, David Beckham and Zlatan Ibrahimović, Kelyn also opens up about the sacrifices, mindset, failures, and brutal transitions that few athletes ever talk about.
From childhood obsession to pro athlete, from the highs of scoring for his country to getting cut from the team the next day, Kelyn shares the emotional rollercoaster of making it to the top — and then having to start over after retirement.
If you're stuck in your own career or life transition, you’ll discover what it really takes to build resilience, navigate setbacks, and redefine your identity after losing what once defined you.
Stay tuned until the end for hilarious behind-the-scenes stories, including how a controversial red card inspired Kelyn's own wine label!
This isn’t just a story about soccer — it’s a masterclass on mindset, identity, and personal growth.
Hit play. Absorb Kelyn's hard-earned lessons. And take the first step toward your own breakthrough.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- The mindset difference between pros who succeed and those who don’t
- His emotional story of getting cut from the US National Team
- How failures, injuries, and setbacks shaped his career
- The identity crisis athletes face after retirement
- Why versatility and adaptability kept him playing for 12 seasons
- Life lessons on ego, work ethic, and finding your "why" after sports
- How a ridiculous red card turned into a successful wine business
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