In the United States, is soccer a sport for "rich white kids"? Former U.S. Women's National Soccer Team star Hope Solo says it is. And when Swedish star Zlatan Ibrahimovic made the move to American soccer, he told reporters that he was surprised how expensive it was for his kids to play in youth leagues.
So what would it take to make the sport accessible to everyone -- no matter their income or zip code? Our guests have experience in coaching and program building, and they discuss it:
- Deon Rodgers, vice principal of East High School, and president of River Flow Soccer Club
- Jim Herrmann, vice president of River Flow Soccer Club
- Mike Henry, member of the board of directors for River Flow Soccer Club
- Brad Dobney, youth soccer coach
