Open Mic | Becki Tweed on What Makes the San Diego Wave Different

The San Diego Wave have built a distinct identity, combining an adventurous style of play with a commitment to developing young talent. Assistant coach Becki Tweed joins David Gass to go inside that approach, explore how the NWSL is evolving, and share her perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing players and coaches in the U.S. 0:00 Intro 0:21 San Diego’s Approach to Developing Young Players 4:23 Balancing Winning with Long-Term Growth 6:24 The Many Roads to Pro Soccer 10:39 Why It’s So Hard to Become a Coach in the U.S. 14:55 Inside San Diego’s Playing Philosophy 17:51 The NWSL’s Evolution on the Field 21:14 What Sets the NWSL Apart 25:39 Trinity Byars’ Breakout Season 29:20 Mimi Van Zanten’s Impact 31:47 Kenza Dali’s Influence in San Diego 35:03 The U-20 World Cup Question 37:18 Becki’s Journey Through Coaching