New Ground Show
New Ground Show
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⚽️ Melanin-rich conversations about soccer and life with Allen Hopkins Jr. & Jalil Anibaba 🎙️ Episodes premiere Thursday nights on SiriusXM FC 157 & SiriusXM App ▶️ Full interviews, Extra Time Content and Behind the Scenes New Ground explores the vibrant intersection of football, culture, and identity. We delve into how the beautiful game shapes and reflects global trends, sparking conversations about race, society, and life itself.
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The podcast explores the rich intersection of soccer, culture, and identity, covering topics such as personal journeys in professional sports, societal impacts of soccer, and global trends related to race and community, with episodes spotlighting unique narratives like Chukwuemeka Eneli's balance of education and soccer in MLS.
⚽️ Melanin-rich conversations about soccer and life with Allen Hopkins Jr. & Jalil Anibaba 🎙️ Episodes premiere Thursday nights on SiriusXM FC 157 & SiriusXM App ▶️ Full interviews, Extra Time Content and Behind the Scenes New Ground explores the vibrant intersection of football, culture, and identity. We delve into how the beautiful game shapes and reflects global trends, sparking conversations about race, society, and life itself.
Chukwuemeka Somto “Emeka” Eneli always wanted to get his degree, while keeping soccer at the forefront. Emeka covers new ground with Allen and Jalil during his breakout season for Real Salt Lake, shares his journey from a Nigerian background to becoming a professional soccer player in MLS. He discusses the importance of trust from his coaches, the balance between education and sports, and the mental challenges of a grueling season. Emeka emphasizes the significance of team culture, relationships, and the joy of playing in front of passionate fans. He reflects on personal growth, the influence of his family, and the lessons learned along the way, all while maintaining a humble and hardworking mindset as he looks forward to the postseason.
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