<div>In this episode of <em>Inside College Soccer</em>, host <strong>Don Williams</strong> sits down with <strong>Jose Luiz Rodriguez</strong>, Head Men’s Soccer Coach at <strong>Meadowcreek High School</strong> in Metro Atlanta, Georgia. A <strong>30 Under 30 United Soccer Coaches Alumni</strong>, Coach Rodriguez brings an impressive background that includes <strong>USSF C License</strong>, <strong>United Soccer Coaches Premier Diploma</strong>, and experience at both the <strong>college and youth national levels</strong>.<br> <br> Coach Rodriguez shares how he has transformed the Meadowcreek High School soccer program by focusing on accessibility, community impact, and player development both on and off the field. A major theme of the conversation centers on how <strong>high school soccer can effectively integrate with club soccer</strong>, rather than compete with it - creating better pathways for student-athletes.<br> <br> One of the most powerful parts of the episode is Coach Rodriguez’s breakdown of how his program has made <strong>high school soccer completely free for players</strong>, including:<br> <br> </div> <ul> <li>Eliminating player fees</li> <li>Funding <strong>free college recruiting trips</strong> for student-athletes</li> <li>Building sustainable fundraising models</li> <li>Gaining strong community and local business support<br> <br> </li> </ul> <div>Coach Rodriguez also explains how his partnership with <strong>SRUSA</strong> has helped Meadowcreek players navigate the college recruiting process - <strong>even for athletes who do not play club soccer -</strong>proving that high school programs can still be a legitimate and respected recruiting pathway.<br> <br> His long-term vision is clear: to see <strong>high school soccer valued and respected</strong> by youth soccer communities, college coaches, and even at the national level.<br> <br> This episode is a must-listen for <strong>high school coaches, athletic directors, parents, and players</strong> who want to understand how to build an inclusive, well-supported program and create real college opportunities for student-athletes.<br> <br> </div>