In this special milestone episode, we're joined by former pro players and now elite-level coaches, Libor Volf and Alex Jakubov, the founders of Volf Soccer Academy. With academies across the U.S., Canada, Europe, and even Uganda, these two bring a wealth of international experience to the table.
They dive deep into:
⚽ Their personal journeys from small villages and top European academies to professional contracts
⚽ The truth about early pro signings vs. going the college route
⚽ Why loving the game matters more than ever in today’s social media-driven youth sports culture
⚽ How setbacks like injuries, relocations, and mental pressure shaped their outlook and coaching philosophy
⚽ What makes a player truly stand out—spoiler: it’s not just skill
⚽ The importance of education, character, and having strong mentors
⚽ Their mission to find and nurture raw talent in underserved regions around the world
Plus, we hear heartwarming stories from their work in Uganda, the incredible connections they’ve built with top European clubs, and how one player from Canada ended up training with Borussia Dortmund—all because of passion, grit, and timing.
This is more than just an episode about soccer. It’s about life, leadership, and what it really takes to make it—on and off the field.
Whether you're a parent, player, or coach—this one is packed with insight you won’t want to miss.
👉 Listen now and celebrate 10 episodes with us!
📲 Follow us here to stay in the loop and get bonus content:
🔹 Libor Wolf: @volfsocceracademy
🔹 Alex Jakubov: @alexanderjakubov
🔹 Megan Linke (Host): @liandmeinnyc
🔹 Liam Linke (Co-host): @liamlinke93
Websites:
www.liandmeinnyc.com
www.volfsoccer.us
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