Join Chat By The Pitch for an in-depth conversation with Brian Corcoran, Sporting Director of Atlético Dallas. Brian shares his journey from college and professional soccer to building a brand-new USL club in Dallas. He discusses the pivotal partnership with Renegades, creating youth-to-pro pathways, and laying the foundation for long-term community ties. From the vision of free academies to designing world-class facilities, Brian explains what it takes to grow the game in North Texas.

Key Talking Points

• Forming Atlético Dallas and partnering with Renegades for youth growth

• Building pathways from youth to pro with community-first focus

• Challenges in U.S. youth soccer and the push toward free academies

• World-class facility plans, education support, and merit-based opportunities

• Shifting from league-centric thinking to true club culture

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Learn how Brian Corcoran is shaping the future of Dallas soccer, building opportunities for players, coaches, and families to thrive.

Quotes from Brian Corcoran

• “We wanna be competitors on the field, but cooperative off the field.”

• “Soccer should be free... that’s where we're headed.”

• “We want to grow the game and there's plenty of room for everybody.”

• “Our ultimate prize is when a local kid can step onto the field.”

• “We do not want to be a destination club. We wanna be a stepping stone.”

• “Football’s nothing without the community.”

• “Iron sharpens iron — the better everyone is, the better we’ll become.”

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🌐 Website: atleticodallas.com

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