Justin Mapp

Bobby Boswell catches up with former 15-year MLS veteran Justin Mapp on the latest episode of Play by Players. Justin walks Bobby through his career, from going pro at just 17 years old to signing the first free agent deal in MLS history. 

Bobby Boswell catches up with former 15-year MLS veteran Justin Mapp on the latest episode of Play by Players. Justin walks Bobby through his career, from going pro at just 17 years old to signing the first free agent deal in MLS history.

Drew Moor

Bobby is joined by 17-year MLS veteran Drew Moor on this week's episode. Fresh off his 400th appearance, Drew takes Bobby back to where things began when he was scoring 100 (literally) goals for his high school team. You'll hear about all the major moments; from what it was like to sign as Generation Adidas, to the moment he found out he made the All-Star team just 11 months after tearing his ACL. Plus, you won't want to miss the story of when Drew was a player coach for the week. 

Bobby is joined by 17-year MLS veteran Drew Moor on this week's episode. Fresh off his 400th appearance, Drew takes Bobby back to where things began when he was scoring 100 (literally) goals for his high school team. You'll hear about all the major moments; from what it was like to sign as Generation Adidas, to the moment he found out he made the All-Star team just 11 months after tearing his ACL. Plus, you won't want to miss the story of when Drew was a player coach for the week.

Clyde Simms

Bobby Boswell speaks with his friend and former teammate Clyde Simms. 

Bobby Boswell speaks with his friend and former teammate Clyde Simms.

Chase Gasper

Minnesota United defender Chase Gasper joins the podcast this week. In the episode, Bobby gets the scoop on his collegiate career all the way up to his first national team call up. Listen in to get the inside look at where Chase thought he was getting drafted before ending up in Minnesota and what life in MLS has been like so far.

Miguel Berry

Miguel Berry joins the podcast this week and talks with Bobby about bursting onto the scene with the Columbus Crew this year. Miguel also shares what it was like to move to the U.S. from Spain at a young age, and how he finds strength from a close personal loss.

Jeff Attinella

Portland Timbers goalkeeper Jeff Attinella joins Bobby for a conversation on his journey to the Timbers, and how he became an author and t-shirt maker off the field.

Jeff Attinella 

Jeff Larentowicz

After 16 MLS seasons, Jeff Larentowicz announced that he was hanging up his cleats in 2021.  Now, the man notorious for having no social media is back to catch Bobby up on his life after the game. The two-time MLS Cup Champion takes Bobby through his MLS tenure, including the simple things that kept him motivated to play more than 400 games and his time on the MLSPA Executive Board.

Matt Turner

Goalkeeper Matt Turner joins Bobby on the latest episode of Play by Players. Listen in to hear about Matt's journey to the league, the funny story of when he got the call from the New England Revolution, and his experience with the USMNT. 

Goalkeeper Matt Turner joins Bobby on the latest episode of Play by Players. Listen in to hear about Matt's journey to the league, the funny story of when he got the call from the New England Revolution, and his experience with the USMNT.

Tim Parker

Houston Dynamo center back Tim Parker joins Bobby Boswell this week. Tim and Bobby cover his life on and off the field, from starting his pro career in Vancouver to how he ended up on the runway in New York Fashion Week.

Houston Dynamo center back Tim Parker joins Bobby Boswell this week. Tim and Bobby cover his life on and off the field, from starting his pro career in Vancouver to how he ended up on the runway in New York Fashion Week.

Zarek Valentin

Zarek Valentin joins Bobby on the podcast this week. The pair cover everything from his experience growing up in Lancaster, PA to all of the best "only in MLS" stories from his career.

Zarek Valentin joins Bobby on the podcast this week. The pair cover everything from his experience growing up in Lancaster, PA to all of the best "only in MLS" stories from his career.

A podcast straight from the players. Former Major League Soccer player Bobby Boswell talks one on one with MLS players past and present about life on and off the field.

Diego Rubio

Play by Players is back this week with Diego Rubio joining Bobby Boswell. Listen in as the guys discuss Diego's family of soccer players, his time in Europe and the decision to make the move to MLS.

Play by Players is back this week with Diego Rubio joining Bobby Boswell. Listen in as the guys discuss Diego's family of soccer players, his time in Europe and the decision to make the move to MLS.

Andrew Dykstra

Bobby's former DC United teammate Andrew Dykstra joins him on the podcast this week. The pair dive into Andrew's journey through MLS and the USL, and how he's staying involved in the game today.

Bobby's former DC United teammate Andrew Dykstra joins him on the podcast this week. The pair dive into Andrew's journey through MLS and the USL, and how he's staying involved in the game today.

Jeremy Ebobisse

Play by Players is back this week as Bobby is joined by Black Players for Change (BPC) Executive Board Member Jeremy Ebobisse. Jeremy provides perspective on the Timbers' time in the bubble and the creation of BPC. Plus, find out why he is still getting made fun of for his goal celebrations.

Play by Players is back this week as Bobby is joined by <a href="https://blackplayersforchange.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Black Players for Change</a> (BPC) Executive Board Member Jeremy Ebobisse. Jeremy provides perspective on the Timbers' time in the bubble and the creation of BPC. Plus, find out why he is still getting made fun of for his goal celebrations.

Alecko Eskandarian

On this week's episode of Play by Players, Bobby is joined by his friend and former teammate Alecko Eskandarian. The duo cover why Alecko's high school had to limit him to five goals a game, his Armenian-Iranian heritage and how he's raising awareness for the invisible injury. Plus, you won't want to miss the stories these guys have about being roommates on the road.Follow Alecko on social media to learn more about his mission to donate to Armenian families.

On this week's episode of Play by Players, Bobby is joined by his friend and former teammate Alecko Eskandarian. The duo cover why Alecko's high school had to limit him to five goals a game, his Armenian-Iranian heritage and how he's raising awareness for the invisible injury. Plus, you won't want to miss the stories these guys have about being roommates on the road.Follow Alecko on <a href="https://twitter.com/alecko11" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">social media</a> to learn more about his mission to donate to Armenian families.

Jalil Anibaba

There's no shortage of laughs this week as MLS veteran Jalil Anibaba joins Bobby Boswell on the podcast. Bobby and Jalil cover everything from the grainy footage of his first goal, to the 100+ pairs of shoes he has in his closet. Plus, the pair discuss Jalil's important work on the board of Black Players for Change.

There's no shortage of laughs this week as MLS veteran Jalil Anibaba joins Bobby Boswell on the podcast. Bobby and Jalil cover everything from the grainy footage of his first goal, to the 100+ pairs of shoes he has in his closet. Plus, the pair discuss Jalil's important work on the board of <a href="https://blackplayersforchange.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Black Players for Change.</a>

Mikey Ambrose

Bobby Boswell catches up with Mikey Ambrose on the latest episode of Play by Players. Bobby and Mikey chat about Mikey's decision to leave home at 14 to pursue soccer, the path his career has taken in MLS and how he keeps his signature positive mindset.

Bobby Boswell catches up with Mikey Ambrose on the latest episode of Play by Players. Bobby and Mikey chat about Mikey's decision to leave home at 14 to pursue soccer, the path his career has taken in MLS and how he keeps his signature positive mindset.

Chris Mueller

Orlando City SC's Chris Mueller joins Bobby on Play by Players this week ahead of the start of the 2020 MLS playoffs. Chris shares his journey to the pros, including the book that lead him to have a crucial mindset change. The Orlando leading scorer also shares his passion for his club, as well as how his passion for reading off the field inspired him to start his Be The Best bookclub.

Orlando City SC's Chris Mueller joins Bobby on Play by Players this week ahead of the start of the 2020 MLS playoffs. Chris shares his journey to the pros, including the book that lead him to have a crucial mindset change. The Orlando leading scorer also shares his passion for his club, as well as how his passion for reading off the field inspired him to start his <a href="https://bethebest-btb.com/about/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Be The Best bookclub</a>.

Chris Rolfe

This week on Play by Players Bobby is joined by his old friend, and teammate, Chris Rolfe. Chris and Bobby take a trip down memory lane and look back on Chris' playing career, the time they spent on the field together and what Chris is up to now.

This week on Play by Players Bobby is joined by his old friend, and teammate, Chris Rolfe. Chris and Bobby take a trip down memory lane and look back on Chris' playing career, the time they spent on the field together and what Chris is up to now.

Justin Morrow

Since entering the league in 2010, Justin Morrow has always had a passion for using his platform as an athlete for good. In June, Justin and more than 70 MLS players organized to create Black Players for Change. Since then, he has stepped into a leadership role and now serves as their Executive Director. Justin joined Play by Players to share his journey in MLS, how he balances his on and off field responsibilities and why we all need to do our part in making sure the conversations around race and equality continue past this year.

Since entering the league in 2010, Justin Morrow has always had a passion for using his platform as an athlete for good. In June, Justin and more than 70 MLS players organized to create <a href="https://l.instagram.com/?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blackplayersforchange.org%2F&amp;e=ATNUqHdRnXN8MECQODpDD2lfB-W8dGPIRZwHUW9tKn1j-92fn8XhlbsaDrQmzIeJWXVwX92GcyfcRvEszh6t&amp;s=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Black Players for Change</a>. Since then, he has stepped into a leadership role and now serves as their Executive Director. Justin joined Play by Players to share his journey in MLS, how he balances his on and off field responsibilities and why we all need to do our part in making sure the conversations around race and equality continue past this year.

Will Bruin

Now in his 10th MLS season, Will Bruin stops by to chat with Bobby Boswell about making his return from an injury in the middle of a very unique season. The former teammates also cover Will's time in Houston and what it's like to play against your old club. Plus, Will makes a prediction about when he'll score again that (spoiler alert) already came true.

Now in his 10th MLS season, Will Bruin stops by to chat with Bobby Boswell about making his return from an injury in the middle of a very unique season. The former teammates also cover Will's time in Houston and what it's like to play against your old club. Plus, Will makes a prediction about when he'll score again that (spoiler alert) already came true.

Bobby seems very likable. Enjoyable listen. Fun to hear the stories from the early days.

Great Work Bobby

This is propaganda for the players association. Don’t believe these players when they sound so fun and charming. They are really nasty guys and are trying to get the best deal possible. We’re on to you MLSPA.

MLSPA?

Play By Players

Dax McCarty

Bobby chats with Dax McCarty about the importance of the Emirates Cup, the virtues of Florida, early MLS mayhem, playing with Thierry Henry, staying on the right side of the trash talk line and representing the US at the Olympics.

Bobby chats with Dax McCarty about the importance of the Emirates Cup, the virtues of Florida, early MLS mayhem, playing with Thierry Henry, staying on the right side of the trash talk line and representing the US at the Olympics.

Julian Gressel

On the latest episode of Play by Players, Bobby chats with former teammate Julian Gressel. Fresh off a trade to DC United, the midfielder joins Bobby on Zoom to talk about his transition to a new city and team and fill us in on what he's been up to off the field during the suspension of play.

On the latest episode of Play by Players, Bobby chats with former teammate Julian Gressel. Fresh off a trade to DC United, the midfielder joins Bobby on Zoom to talk about his transition to a new city and team and fill us in on what he's been up to off the field during the suspension of play.

Steven Lenhart

On another Zoom edition of Play by Players, Bobby is joined by former MLS player Steven Lenhart. Lenhart, who is better known for being one half of the infamous "Bash Brothers," talks all things life after soccer and the journey his career took him on.

On another Zoom edition of Play by Players, Bobby is joined by former MLS player Steven Lenhart. Lenhart, who is better known for being one half of the infamous "<a href="https://theathletic.com/1044610/2019/06/24/bash-brother-revisited-how-steven-lenhart-transformed-from-mls-supervillain-to-zenned-out-healer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bash Brothers</a>," talks all things life after soccer and the journey his career took him on.

Walker Zimmerman

Walker Zimmerman, or "big beautiful man" as Bobby likes to call him, joins us for Play by Players this week. Walker chats with Bobby about the journey his career has taken him on so far, including how he found out about the trade to Nashville just as he was settling in to watch The Bachelor.

Walker Zimmerman, or "big beautiful man" as Bobby likes to call him, joins us for Play by Players this week. Walker chats with Bobby about the journey his career has taken him on so far, including how he found out about the trade to Nashville just as he was settling in to watch The Bachelor.

Tommy Thompson

Bobby Boswell is joined by Tommy Thompson via Zoom this week as the two practice responsible social distancing. Tommy lets us know more about how he was inspired to start his skills challenge to bring joy to kids during the COVID-19 emergency and why it's so important to be more than "just a soccer player."

Bobby Boswell is joined by Tommy Thompson via Zoom this week as the two practice responsible social distancing. Tommy lets us know more about how he was inspired to start his skills challenge to bring joy to kids during the COVID-19 emergency and why it's so important to be more than "just a soccer player."

Nick Rimando

Bobby talks to Nick Rimando about his many years in the MLS. They discuss breaking things around the house, acting as a role model off the field, the strange relationships between keepers, proving doubters wrong, entrepreneurship and a legacy written in beer names. 

Bobby talks to Nick Rimando about his many years in the MLS. They discuss breaking things around the house, acting as a role model off the field, the strange relationships between keepers, proving doubters wrong, entrepreneurship and a legacy written in beer names.

JIMMY CONRAD

"You were never a guy that I wanted to punch." In the latest episode of Play by Players, Bobby Boswell is joined by Jimmy Conrad. The guys cover a wide variety of topics from Conrad's MLS tenure, including how not being drafted was a blessing in disguise, several of his former teammates and the ups and downs of his soccer career. 

"You were never a guy that I wanted to punch." In the latest episode of Play by Players, Bobby Boswell is joined by Jimmy Conrad. The guys cover a wide variety of topics from Conrad's MLS tenure, including how not being drafted was a blessing in disguise, several of his former teammates and the ups and downs of his soccer career.

Jimmy Conrad

Sam Cronin

Sam Cronin and Bobby discuss a long career in MLS including the impact of former teammates, the experience of being traded, starring in early promo videos with Wondo, getting under David Beckham's skin and a brief career kicking field goals. Sam also opens up about the end of his career and the impact of concussions, noting both the improvements in medical understanding and the lingering stigma.  As a former Executive Board member, Sam shares his thoughts on working in the PA and his hopes for the future of the league.This Episode was recorded in early November 2019.

Sam Cronin and Bobby discuss a long career in MLS including the impact of former teammates, the experience of being traded, starring in early promo videos with Wondo, getting under David Beckham's skin and a brief career kicking field goals. Sam also opens up about the end of his career and the impact of concussions, noting both the improvements in medical understanding and the lingering stigma.  As a former Executive Board member, Sam shares his thoughts on working in the PA and his hopes for the future of the league.This Episode was recorded in early November 2019.

Michael Parkhurst

Bobby talks to Michael Parkhurst about his long and storied professional career. Parkhurst discusses his experience as a rookie in New England, the cast of characters he has called teammates, embracing leadership and his experience in the UEFA Champions League. 

Bobby talks to Michael Parkhurst about his long and storied professional career. Parkhurst discusses his experience as a rookie in New England, the cast of characters he has called teammates, embracing leadership and his experience in the UEFA Champions League.

Chris Wondolowski

Bobby Boswell talks to Chris Wondolowski about the MLS experience on and off the field. In a wide ranging discussion Chris talks about record goal scoring, dangerous celebrations, Native American heritage and surviving the early years of MLS. This conversation originally took place at the end of September 2019.

Bobby Boswell talks to Chris Wondolowski about the MLS experience on and off the field. In a wide ranging discussion Chris talks about record goal scoring, dangerous celebrations, Native American heritage and surviving the early years of MLS. This conversation originally took place at the end of September 2019.

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