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The Back Stick Podcast
Jamil Roberts & Dom Okus
29 episodes
3 months ago
Send us a text This week on The Back Stick Podcast, it’s just Dom in the studio with Jamil on work duties! Dom sits down solo with Greenville Triumph defender Toby Sims, a versatile full-back with an incredible story that spans across the English Football League with Harrogate Town and the USL with Pittsburgh Riverhounds and now Greenville Triumph. From growing up in England to carving out a path through college soccer in the USA, Toby gives us an honest and in-depth look at the highs and low...
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Send us a text This week on The Back Stick Podcast, it’s just Dom in the studio with Jamil on work duties! Dom sits down solo with Greenville Triumph defender Toby Sims, a versatile full-back with an incredible story that spans across the English Football League with Harrogate Town and the USL with Pittsburgh Riverhounds and now Greenville Triumph. From growing up in England to carving out a path through college soccer in the USA, Toby gives us an honest and in-depth look at the highs and low...
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Soccer
Health & Fitness,
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Episodes (20/29)
The Back Stick Podcast
Toby Sims - League Two Life With Harrogate Town, Pittsburgh Riverhounds, and His Return to America At Greenville - E28
Send us a text This week on The Back Stick Podcast, it’s just Dom in the studio with Jamil on work duties! Dom sits down solo with Greenville Triumph defender Toby Sims, a versatile full-back with an incredible story that spans across the English Football League with Harrogate Town and the USL with Pittsburgh Riverhounds and now Greenville Triumph. From growing up in England to carving out a path through college soccer in the USA, Toby gives us an honest and in-depth look at the highs and low...
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3 months ago
1 hour

The Back Stick Podcast
Charlie Adams - From Brentford to Colorado Springs & The Untold Truths of USL Soccer - E27
Send us a text This week on The Back Stick Podcast, we sat down with Charlie Adams, current midfielder for Colorado Springs Switchbacks and former Brentford FC academy graduate. We delve into Charlie’s fascinating football journey, from his days at Brentford and loan spells at Stevenage, to making the leap across the Atlantic with clubs like Louisville City FC, Real Monarchs, San Diego Loyal, Las Vegas Lights, and FC Tulsa. Charlie shares honest insights into the realities of life in the USL ...
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4 months ago
1 hour 9 minutes

The Back Stick Podcast
Premier League 2024/25 End of Season Awards: Player, Young Star, Manager, Team Of The Season & More! - E26
Send us a text This week on The Back Stick Podcast, we bring you the ultimate breakdown of the 2024/25 Premier League season with our End of Season Awards! 🏆 We dive into: Our Player of the Season picks Rising talents in the Young Player of the Season The best signings that transformed teams like Bournemouth and more Our Most Improved Player awards featuring breakout stars A deep dive into Manager of the Season candidates (Did Arne Slot get the nod?) Our highly debated Team of the Season...
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5 months ago
53 minutes

The Back Stick Podcast
Mitch Osmond - NAIA To The MLS, & Leading Forward Madison To USL Glory - E25
Send us a text This week on The Back Stick Podcast, Dom and Jamil welcome Forward Madison FC captain Mitch Osmond to the studio for a truly inspiring episode. We delve into Mitch's footballing journey—from growing up in Australia and playing for historic club Sydney United, to his transition into the U.S. college system, fatherhood, and his incredible path from NAIA soccer to getting drafted by Minnesota United in the MLS SuperDraft. Mitch opens up about the grind of USL Championship football...
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5 months ago
1 hour

The Back Stick Podcast
John Pulskamp - Sporting KC’s No.1 on Zlatan, Premier League Trials & MLS Life - E24
Send us a text This week on The Back Stick Podcast, Jamil Roberts and Dom Okus welcome Sporting Kansas City’s starting goalkeeper, John Pulskamp, for a deep dive into his remarkable journey from LA Galaxy’s academy to becoming the No.1 at SKC. We discuss what it takes to be a top MLS goalkeeper, learning from club legend Tim Melia, and adapting to the pressures of being the starter. John shares stories from training with Zlatan Ibrahimović, his eye-opening trial with Premier League side Bourn...
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5 months ago
1 hour 15 minutes

The Back Stick Podcast
The Story So Far - Champions League Debuts, Locker Room Banter, USL Journeys & Premier League Dreams | The Back Stick Best Bits - E23
Send us a text This week on The Back Stick Podcast, we’re hitting pause on the usual format to bring you a jam-packed Best Bits Episode featuring some of the most unmissable moments so far. From Kazaiah Sterling's Champions League debut at Tottenham, to Pedro Dolabella reflecting on life at Union Omaha, to Jaylin Lindsey facing off against Leo Messi—we’re revisiting stories that made us laugh, think, and appreciate the incredible journeys behind US pro soccer. 🎧 We dive into: Locker room bant...
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5 months ago
1 hour 7 minutes

The Back Stick Podcast
Matt Bentley - MLS Draft Day Chaos, Non-League Grit At Maidstone & USL Comeback - E22
Send us a text This week on The Back Stick Podcast, Dom Okus and Jamil Roberts are joined by Chattanooga Red Wolves striker Matt Bentley! We delve into Matt’s incredible football journey, from a whirlwind MLS Draft experience with Minnesota United to battling through the chaos of non-league football in England with Dover and Hornchurch. Matt opens up about his time at Richmond Kickers, his return to the UK with Maidstone, and how he found his way back to the United States to chase new dreams ...
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6 months ago
1 hour 15 minutes

The Back Stick Podcast
Paco Craig - West Ham Roots, Louisville Legacy & A New Chapter at North Carolina FC - E21
Send us a text This week on The Back Stick Podcast, Dom Okus and Jamil Roberts are joined by Paco Craig, former West Ham Academy standout and current North Carolina FC defender, for a conversation packed with stories, insights, and laughs. We delve into Paco’s incredible football journey, from his early days in London to lifting multiple USL Championships with Louisville City, finding love and leadership with Miami FC, and now writing a new chapter in the USL Championship with North Carolina ...
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6 months ago
1 hour 13 minutes

The Back Stick Podcast
Football's Dark Side: Napoli, Serie A Dreams & Union Omaha Success – Marco Milanese’s Untold Truth - E20
Send us a text This week on The Back Stick Podcast, the boys welcome former Napoli and current Union Omaha defender Marco Milanese to the studio. We delve into Marco’s incredible football journey — from training with Napoli’s first team and witnessing Dries Mertens' magic up close, to the heartbreak of a fallen Serie A contract due to agent drama, and the leap to the American college system. We discuss his experiences with Italy’s youth national teams, how a bold move to Akron kick-started a ...
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6 months ago
58 minutes

The Back Stick Podcast
Thomas Tuchel’s England - World Cup 2026, A New Era, Can We End 60 Years Of Hurt?
Send us a text This week it’s just Dom & Jam in the studio! We delve into the home nation, and discuss the England National team under new leadership. We chat about the future of England football with Thomas Tuchel at the helm as they approach the 2026 World Cup. We break down Tuchel’s first squad selection, and who we believe should be in the starting 11. The conversation highlights the excitement surrounding the current squad, the tactical approaches of Tuchel, and the expectations for ...
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7 months ago
43 minutes

The Back Stick Podcast
Alex Greive - San Antonio’s Newest All White, Via St. Mirren, Dundee United & Bohemian - E18
Send us a text The boys welcome Alex Greive into the studio this week following his recent move to San Antonio. The New Zealand International discusses all things in his career to date, and how he ended up in San Antonio after taking a less conventional route to get there. The conversation covers a range of topics including Alex's experiences in college soccer, his transition to professional play, and his time in New Zealand. They discuss the cultural differences in soccer between New Zealand...
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7 months ago
49 minutes

The Back Stick Podcast
Aaron Walker - Has Football Become Boring? And How Important Is The ‘Art’ Of Man Management? - E17
Send us a text The boys welcome USL League One legend Aaron Walker on the pod this week. Aaron made a name for himself during his unprecedented years of success with Greenville Triumph, but now finds himself in a different role. We dig deep into what made Greenville such a special time for Aaron, from the titles to the culture. The conversation delves into the dynamics of his recent transition into a player-coach role with Tormenta, a club Jam knows very well, and learning under Coach Ian Cam...
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7 months ago
1 hour 5 minutes

The Back Stick Podcast
Jonas Fjeldberg - Martin Odegaard, Jaap Stam & Returning For More Silverware With Colorado Switchbacks! - E16
Send us a text This week on the pod the boys welcome 2024 USL champion Jonas Feldberg. We delve into what led to such a special group that Colorado Switchbacks built in 2024, and the challenges of trying to repeat success in 2025. We discuss his journey through injury rehab, and the mental challenges staying positive during personal adversity. It wouldn’t be Colorado without discussing playing in the altitude, and the home field advantage the Switchbacks have while playing at home. Jonas shar...
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7 months ago
59 minutes

The Back Stick Podcast
Greg Ranjitsingh - NYCFC’s Newest Addition, MLS Pool Contracts & Louisville City Legendary Stories - E15
Send us a text Jamil and Dom welcome New York City FC goalkeeper Greg Ranjitsingh into the Back Stick Studio this week! A seasoned MLS & USL goalkeeper who shares his journey through the leagues. We discuss Greg's recent move to New York City FC, the challenges (both logistical and financial) of relocating with a family to the big apple. We delve into his early career at Louisville City FC, and a crazy time playing with no coach?! Greg discusses the unique experience of being a pool goalk...
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8 months ago
53 minutes

The Back Stick Podcast
Clay Dimick - 2024 USL1 Comeback Player Of The Year, Life Changing Injury Rehab & Trophy Aspirations For Charlotte Independence! - E14
Send us a text Jamil & Dom welcome Charlotte Independence captain Clay Dimick into the studio this week! We discuss Clay's off-season, and the nightmares of pre season runs. We delve deep into his journey back from a serious double cervical surgery and the incredible challenges Clay and his family had to overcome. All of this led to being awarded the 2024 Comeback Player Of The Year Award, for his incredible comeback, captaining Charlotte Independence and playing every single minute in 20...
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8 months ago
50 minutes

The Back Stick Podcast
Jaylin Lindsey - Messi, Vini Jr, THAT England U17 Team & Becoming Charlotte FC’s Hometown Hero! - E13
Send us a text Jaylin Lindsey joins the boys in the Back Stick studio this week! Jaylin shares his journey from being a homegrown talent at Sporting Kansas City to moving home to play for Charlotte FC. The boys sit down and discuss football rivalries, Fantasy Premier League & Jaylin's experiences in the U17 World Cup & U17 CONCACAF. We divulge into the incredible atmosphere of Charlotte FC's inaugural season and being the hometown hero soaking up all the special nights for Jaylin in C...
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8 months ago
58 minutes

The Back Stick Podcast
Alex Bamford - Marshall Soccer 2024 NCAA College Cup Season Review! A Bittersweet Ending To A Great College Career - E12
Send us a text Jamil & Dom welcome Alex Bamford, captain of the Marshall University Men's Soccer team into the Back Stick Studio this week. We discuss Alex's journey from London to playing college soccer in the US, the challenges and triumphs of the NCAA tournament, and the unique culture of soccer at Marshall. We reflect on the impact of Head Coach Chris Grassie, and some of the things that make him such a special coach. We discuss the importance of timing in sports especially in footbal...
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8 months ago
49 minutes

The Back Stick Podcast
Kalil El Medkhar - The Face Of FC Tulsa’s Rebuild, FC Dallas MLS Experience & A Kentucky Wildcat Standout! - E11
Send us a text FC Tulsa’s new signing Kalil El Medkhar joins the boys in the studio this week! A former college standout with the University of Kentucky, we explore his college career, as well as his already impressive professional career with MLS powerhouse FC Dallas, to Loudoun United and his more recent signing with FC Tulsa. The conversation covers Kalil's transition from college soccer to the professional game, his experiences with team dynamics, and the challenges of playing at a profes...
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9 months ago
47 minutes

The Back Stick Podcast
Jordan Skelton P2 - “Welcome To The Hunger Games!” Ricardo Pepi, Mark Mckeever & being desperate to bring success to One Knox - E10
Send us a text Skelts is back for part 2, reflecting on the successes and challenges of the inaugural 2023 season with One Knoxville, emphasizing the importance of implementing a strong team culture, communication on and off the field, and building for the future of the club. He discusses the impact of losing long standing coach Mark Mckeever midway through 2024, and what effect that had on team dynamics and the growth of the club. The conversation also touches on defining success for One Kno...
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9 months ago
37 minutes

The Back Stick Podcast
Jordan Skelton P1 - The Geordie Cesc Fabregas? Injuries, Mental Health & Coming Back Stronger for One Knoxville! - E9
Send us a text One Knoxville captain Jordan Skelton joins the boys in the Back Stick studio this week! In a lively conversation with Jordan, we share his journey from the UK to the US. From England Schoolboys, to captaining an ambitious USL League One club in One Knox. The discussion covers various themes including the cultural differences in football between the two countries, the challenges of communication due to the thickest geordie accent of all time, and the pressures of professional fo...
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9 months ago
47 minutes

The Back Stick Podcast
Send us a text This week on The Back Stick Podcast, it’s just Dom in the studio with Jamil on work duties! Dom sits down solo with Greenville Triumph defender Toby Sims, a versatile full-back with an incredible story that spans across the English Football League with Harrogate Town and the USL with Pittsburgh Riverhounds and now Greenville Triumph. From growing up in England to carving out a path through college soccer in the USA, Toby gives us an honest and in-depth look at the highs and low...