The One Soccer Nation Podcast

A new class of soccer ownership is emerging and Jozy Altidore is at the center of it.In this episode of the One Soccer Nation Podcast, Kareem Rae sits down with the former U.S. Men’s National Team star turned investor, operator, and Chief Strategy Officer at Sogility to break down how modern soccer assets are being built and scaled.This conversation goes beyond the typical athlete transition story. It explores how capital, infrastructure, and development are converging across the U.S. soccer landscape, particularly as the 2026 World Cup approaches.From his role in the OKC USL Championship expansion project to building a technology-driven player development ecosystem, Jozy shares how he evaluates opportunities, backs teams, and identifies assets with long-term value.The discussion also dives into:• Mixed-use development as a revenue engine• USL’s push toward promotion and relegation• The evolution of U.S. soccer markets• Data and technology in youth development• How to build a scalable soccer ecosystemThis is a decision-grade conversation for investors, operators, and stakeholders looking to understand where the next wave of soccer opportunity is forming.Sogility Website: www.sogility.com / SogilityGo Website: www.sogilitygo.com / -------------------------------------------------🔔 Subscribe & Stay Connected👉 Interested in appearing on the podcast or partnering? Reach out directly via email to Kareem Rae: [email protected] Soccer Nation Website: https://www.onesoccernation.com/-------------------------------------------------© 2025 One Soccer Nation, under exclusive license to One Soccer Nation LLC.-------------------------------------------------DISCLAIMER: Kareem Rae runs One Soccer Nation (OSN) all views expressed by him and the guests on his podcast are solely their opinions and do not reflect the views of One Soccer Nation. You should not treat any opinion expressed by Kareem or his guests as a specific inducement to make a particular investment or follow a particular strategy, but only as an expression of his personal opinion. This podcast is for informational purposes only.Investment opportunities are offered through One Soccer Nation LLC.The information contained herein is provided for informational and discussion purposes only and is not intended to be a recommendation for any investment, service, product, or other advice of any kind, and shall not constitute or imply an offer of any kind. Any investment opportunities and/or products or services shown here will only be completed pursuant to formal offering materials, a letter of intent, and/or any other agreements as determined by One Soccer Nation containing full details regarding risks, minimum investment, fees, and expenses of such transaction. The terms of any product, service, or particular investment opportunity, including size, costs, and other characteristics, are set forth in the applicable constituent documents for such product, service or particular investment opportunity and may differ materially from those presented in this presentation. Such terms are subject to change without notice. Quotes included in these materials related to One Soccer Nation’s services should not be construed in any way as an endorsement of One Soccer Nation's advice, analysis, or other service rendered to its clients/investors.

Inside the realities of modern football ownership, very few voices operate across both the U.S. and UK ecosystems with true, first-hand experience.In this episode of the One Soccer Nation Podcast, Kareem Rae sits down with Christopher Corey, Owner & President of Walton & Hersham FC, to break down what actually works in football, what is fundamentally broken in the United States, and what real structural change could look like ahead of the 2026 World Cup.This is not theory.This is an operator-level conversation on sustainability, governance, cultural differences, and the future of the global game.Key themes include:• Why most U.S. soccer clubs struggle to survive• The reality of running a sustainable football club in England• Cultural gaps between U.S. and UK football ecosystems• Promotion & relegation vs closed league systems• The “murder pyramid” and why grassroots clubs disappear• Media, community, and building a modern football club• What must change in American soccer right nowFor investors, operators, and leaders across the game, this is a clear look at how football is actually built, financed, and scaled.-------------------------------------------------🔔 Subscribe & Stay Connected👉 Interested in appearing on the podcast or partnering? Reach out directly via email to Kareem Rae: [email protected] Soccer Nation Website: https://www.onesoccernation.com/-------------------------------------------------© 2025 One Soccer Nation, under exclusive license to One Soccer Nation LLC.-------------------------------------------------DISCLAIMER: Kareem Rae runs One Soccer Nation (OSN) all views expressed by him and the guests on his podcast are solely their opinions and do not reflect the views of One Soccer Nation. You should not treat any opinion expressed by Kareem or his guests as a specific inducement to make a particular investment or follow a particular strategy, but only as an expression of his personal opinion. This podcast is for informational purposes only.Investment opportunities are offered through One Soccer Nation LLC.The information contained herein is provided for informational and discussion purposes only and is not intended to be a recommendation for any investment, service, product, or other advice of any kind, and shall not constitute or imply an offer of any kind. Any investment opportunities and/or products or services shown here will only be completed pursuant to formal offering materials, a letter of intent, and/or any other agreements as determined by One Soccer Nation containing full details regarding risks, minimum investment, fees, and expenses of such transaction. The terms of any product, service, or particular investment opportunity, including size, costs, and other characteristics, are set forth in the applicable constituent documents for such product, service or particular investment opportunity and may differ materially from those presented in this presentation. Such terms are subject to change without notice. Quotes included in these materials related to One Soccer Nation’s services should not be construed in any way as an endorsement of One Soccer Nation's advice, analysis, or other service rendered to its clients/investors.

In this episode of The One Soccer Nation Podcast, host Kareem Rae speaks with Thomas Sowinski, President & Chief Executive Officer of United Soccer Camps, about the structural challenges shaping youth soccer development in the United States.Drawing on experience across governance, grassroots leadership, and player development, Thomas shares his perspective on how the current system influences how players are developed. The conversation explores the incentive structures within youth soccer, the long-standing debate around the pay-to-play model, and how mechanisms like training compensation and solidarity payments could reshape development pathways.Kareem and Thomas also discuss why small-sided environments such as 1v1 and 3v3 can accelerate technical growth, how data and performance metrics could improve player development, and how grassroots programs can complement traditional club structures while focusing on individual skill progression.Thomas explains the philosophy behind United Soccer Camps and why he believes meaningful reform in American soccer must start at the grassroots level.For investors, operators, coaches, and leaders across the soccer ecosystem, this episode provides a clear look at the incentives and structural dynamics shaping youth player development in North America.The One Soccer Nation Podcast produces decision-grade conversations across the global soccer ecosystem documenting how clubs, leagues, and development systems are actually built, financed, and scaled. -------------------------------------------------🔔 Follow & Stay Connected👉 Interested in appearing on the podcast or partnering? Reach out directly via email to Kareem Rae: [email protected] Soccer Nation Website: https://www.onesoccernation.com/-------------------------------------------------© 2025 One Soccer Nation, under exclusive license to One Soccer Nation LLC.-------------------------------------------------DISCLAIMER: Kareem Rae runs One Soccer Nation (OSN) all views expressed by him and the guests on his podcast are solely their opinions and do not reflect the views of One Soccer Nation. You should not treat any opinion expressed by Kareem or his guests as a specific inducement to make a particular investment or follow a particular strategy, but only as an expression of his personal opinion. This podcast is for informational purposes only.Investment opportunities are offered through One Soccer Nation LLC.The information contained herein is provided for informational and discussion purposes only and is not intended to be a recommendation for any investment, service, product, or other advice of any kind, and shall not constitute or imply an offer of any kind. Any investment opportunities and/or products or services shown here will only be completed pursuant to formal offering materials, a letter of intent, and/or any other agreements as determined by One Soccer Nation containing full details regarding risks, minimum investment, fees, and expenses of such transaction. The terms of any product, service, or particular investment opportunity, including size, costs, and other characteristics, are set forth in the applicable constituent documents for such product, service or particular investment opportunity and may differ materially from those presented in this presentation. Such terms are subject to change without notice. Quotes included in these materials related to One Soccer Nation’s services should not be construed in any way as an endorsement of One Soccer Nation's advice, analysis, or other service rendered to its clients/investors.

In this episode of The One Soccer Nation Podcast, host Kareem Rae speaks with Wendy Damonte, Co Founder and CEO of Reno Pro Soccer, about the structural decisions involved in launching a professional soccer club and stadium anchored mixed use development in Reno, Nevada.Damonte is leading one of the most ambitious emerging projects in the USL ecosystem. The initiative centers on a mixed use district valued at roughly $350 million that combines a professional soccer stadium, entertainment district, hospitality assets, and commercial real estate in the heart of the city.Her path into ownership is unconventional. With experience spanning broadcast journalism, healthcare leadership, and philanthropy, Damonte brings a community first philosophy and a storytelling mindset to building a professional sports organization. The conversation explores several structural themes shaping modern club developmentHow local ownership and community accountability influence long term sports infrastructure projectsWhy mixed use real estate has become central to the financial sustainability of professional clubsThe strategic transition from a USL League One expansion concept to a USL Championship projectHow stadium design is evolving into year round civic infrastructure rather than single purpose sports venuesCapital formation strategies for projects that combine professional sports assets with real estate developmentLeadership lessons from building a professional club outside traditional sports industry pathways For investors, operators, and city leaders evaluating professional soccer expansion, the Reno project illustrates how modern clubs are increasingly built as integrated civic developments rather than standalone sports franchises. Wendy Damonte Contact info:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-damonte-842209113/ Email: [email protected] -------------------------------------------------🔔 Subscribe & Stay Connected 👉 Interested in appearing on the podcast or partnering? Reach out directly via email to Kareem Rae: [email protected]  ------------------------------------------------- © 2025 One Soccer Nation, under exclusive license to One Soccer Nation LLC. ------------------------------------------------- DISCLAIMER: Kareem Rae runs One Soccer Nation (OSN) all views expressed by him and the guests on his podcast are solely their opinions and do not reflect the views of One Soccer Nation. You should not treat any opinion expressed by Kareem or his guests as a specific inducement to make a particular investment or follow a particular strategy, but only as an expression of his personal opinion. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Investment opportunities are offered through One Soccer Nation LLC. The information contained herein is provided for informational and discussion purposes only and is not intended to be a recommendation for any investment, service, product, or other advice of any kind, and shall not constitute or imply an offer of any kind. Any investment opportunities and/or products or services shown here will only be completed pursuant to formal offering materials, a letter of intent, and/or any other agreements as determined by One Soccer Nation containing full details regarding risks, minimum investment, fees, and expenses of such transaction. The terms of any product, service, or particular investment opportunity, including size, costs, and other characteristics, are set forth in the applicable constituent documents for such product, service or particular investment opportunity and may differ materially from those presented in this presentation. Such terms are subject to change without notice. Quotes included in these materials related to One Soccer Nation’s services should not be construed in any way as an endorsement of One Soccer Nation's advice, analysis, or other service rendered to its clients/investors. 

In this episode of The One Soccer Nation Podcast, host Kareem Rae sits down with Jason Tedrow, President & CEO of InProduction, the largest venue transformation and event services company in North America. Jason pulls back the curtain on how temporary and modular stadium infrastructure is reshaping professional soccer, college athletics, and major global events. From USL partnerships and fast-tracked stadium timelines to cost efficiency, scalability, and future-proofing club investments, this conversation delivers decision-grade insight for owners, investors, architects, and city leaders. Key themes include:Why modular and semi-permanent stadiums are one of the fastest-growing solutions in soccerThe real timeline from site selection to opening dayHow clubs can scale capacity based on demand without locking themselves into risky long-term buildsLessons from projects like Inter Miami, Phoenix Rising, Northwestern University, and global mega-eventsWhat young professionals should know about building a career in sports infrastructure and live events This is a must-listen episode for anyone thinking seriously about stadium strategy, expansion, or sustainable growth in modern football. ------------------------------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe & Stay Connected 👉 Interested in appearing on the podcast or partnering? Reach out directly via LinkedIn or email to Kareem Rae: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kareem-rae/ Email: [email protected] ------------------------------------------------- © 2025 One Soccer Nation, under exclusive license to One Soccer Nation LLC. One Soccer Nation Website: https://www.onesoccernation.com/ -------------------------------------------------DISCLAIMER: Kareem Rae runs One Soccer Nation (OSN) all views expressed by him and the guests on his podcast are solely their opinions and do not reflect the views of One Soccer Nation. You should not treat any opinion expressed by Kareem or his guests as a specific inducement to make a particular investment or follow a particular strategy, but only as an expression of his personal opinion. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Investment opportunities are offered through One Soccer Nation LLC. The information contained herein is provided for informational and discussion purposes only and is not intended to be a recommendation for any investment, service, product, or other advice of any kind, and shall not constitute or imply an offer of any kind. Any investment opportunities and/or products or services shown here will only be completed pursuant to formal offering materials, a letter of intent, and/or any other agreements as determined by One Soccer Nation containing full details regarding risks, minimum investment, fees, and expenses of such transaction. The terms of any product, service, or particular investment opportunity, including size, costs, and other characteristics, are set forth in the applicable constituent documents for such product, service or particular investment opportunity and may differ materially from those presented in this presentation. Such terms are subject to change without notice. Quotes included in these materials related to One Soccer Nation’s services should not be construed in any way as an endorsement of One Soccer Nation's advice, analysis, or other service rendered to its clients/investors.