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From Pro Player to Coach | Travis Ward (USL, NISA, New Egypt Alum)

In this episode of the World Class Coaching Podcast, hosts Matt Carroll and Sean Fennema sit down with Travis Ward, a New Egypt High School and Rowan University alumnus with professional playing experience across NISA, USL League Two, and USL League One. Travis joins the show fresh off his season with the Sarasota Paradise, following the club’s appearance in the U.S. Open Cup. Throughout the conversation, he reflects on his journey through the professional game, including stops with Maryland Bobcats, Stumptown FC, Philadelphia Fury, Chattanooga FC, and Greenville Triumph, where he played under former U.S. Men’s National Team standout John Harkes. The discussion dives into Travis’ evolution as a player—from transitioning from forward to defender, to adapting to different tactical systems, to understanding the demands of the professional environment. He also shares how those experiences have shaped his approach to coaching, development, and teaching the game to the next generation. This episode offers valuable insight for players and coaches alike, covering development pathways, positional adaptability, professionalism, and the mindset required to succeed at higher levels of the game. Key topics include: The transition from player to coach Adapting roles and positions at the professional level Lessons learned from elite environments and coaches Development advice for aspiring players Bridging playing experience into coaching education 💬 Have thoughts on the episode or ideas for future guests? Email Matt@pennantcoaching.com or Matt@pennanteducation.com ⚽ Want more coaching content and drills? 👉 Explore more at WorldClassCoaching.com