102: Stephen Turnbull: From College Soccer to New York City FC and the Truth About the Professional Pathway | Inside College Soccer

In this episode of the Inside College Soccer Podcast, Don Williams sits down with Stephen Turnbull, who recently joined the SRUSA staff and will lead SRUSA New York.

Stephen discusses his journey through college soccer and into the professional game, while offering valuable insight for aspiring student-athletes.

Topics covered include:
⚽️ The college soccer pathway to professional football
📈 Why playing time is crucial for development
🎓 Freshman expectations in college soccer
🇺🇸 Promotion and relegation in U.S. soccer
🧠 Positional play, pattern play & modern tactical principles

This is one of our most in-depth tactical and player development conversations yet.

Follow Stephen:
X: x.com/sturnbull17
Instagram: instagram.com/stephen.turnbull27

Presented by Sports Recruiting USA (www.srusasoccer.com)