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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 lows of making it in professional football. We delve into his time at Pittsburgh Riverhounds, the surprise move to Harrogate Town in League Two, and why he made the personal decision to return stateside.

We also discuss the challenges of the EFL, his memorable moments playing League Two football, famous FA Cup ties away at Leeds United, and how he’s settling into life with Greenville Triumph. For aspiring players, fans of USL and EFL, and anyone curious about football careers beyond the Premier League, this episode is full of insight, laughs, and valuable life lessons.

Don't miss this candid chat with one of USL League One’s rising leaders!

00:00 Intro & Welcome Toby Sims!

01:28 Early Life and Football Beginnings

04:41 Transition to College Soccer

10:47 College Career Highlights and Challenges

14:41 Becoming a Professional Footballer

20:14 Rookie Season at Pittsburgh Riverhounds

30:13 The Transfer to Harrogate Town

36:44 Taking His Chance In The EFL

43:02 Memorable League Two Moments

49:13 Returning to the US: A Personal Decision

54:33 Future Aspirations and Coaching Opportunities

56:58 Extra Time

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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 Championship, the challenges players face with club professionalism, and the vibrant soccer culture growing in the U.S.

We also discuss:

• The explosion of football in America, Wrexham’s rise, and celebrity ownership.
  
  
• Life in Las Vegas: Footballing distractions and realities.
  
  
• Why professionalism in USL needs major improvements.
  
  
• His recent move to Colorado Springs Switchbacks and aspirations for the 2025 season.
  
  
• Hilarious stories from his loan at Stevenage under Graham Westley.
  
  
• Reflections on what young footballers really need to succeed.
  
  

Packed with laughs, real talk, and behind-the-scenes stories, this episode is a must-listen for any football fan curious about the realities of playing professionally in the U.S. and abroad.

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00:00 Intro: Welcome Charlie Adams!
02:56 Professional Football Clubs In London
06:02 The True Landscape of American Sports
07:40 Wrexham, Ryan Reynolds & Rob McElhenney
12:00 Charlie's Journey in Professional Football
18:00 Life in Las Vegas and Professionalism in Soccer
24:17 The Lack of Player Care in USL
32:27 Charlie's Journey to America: A New Chapter
40:30 Hilarious Stevenage Loan
51:57 Extra Time:

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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, with stars from Liverpool, Arsenal, Newcastle United and more.

PLUS: We preview what’s ahead for Manchester City, Manchester United, and West Ham in 2025/26, after an indifferent season for all!

🔥 This episode is packed with insights, debates, and plenty of hot takes on the best and brightest from the Premier League season.

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