The Train With Ricfit Audio Experience

Mr.Zac Lubin, stepping in on the podcast at 6'5, towering over everyone. He is a Goalkeeper, originally from Montana. Zac has played 5 seasons as a professional. He is currently 28 years old, playing in the USL with the Phoenix Rising. He has played 2 years in Sweden and 3 years in the USL. Zac and I talk about his journey as a pro and what the "grind" really is, and how beautiful the process really is. In the beginning of his career, he was working multiple jobs, 'grinding' on and off the field. Finally, for the past couple years, he has just been able to focus on football, and he notices how all his hard work has paid off. One thing the really stood out to me about him is how much he loves the process, the process of training, and making himself better everyday. He states: "if you really really want this thing, and you are willing to sacrifice nights' out with friends, willing to skip birthday parties', willing to skip weddings, you can do it!" 

Yael Averbuch, originally from Montclair, New Jersey, is a Center Defender, currently playing for the Seattle Reign FC in the NWSL. Yael was selected in the first round (4th overall) by the Sky Blue FC out of the University of North Carolina (where she set a record of starting 105 games). After a stint with Sky Blue, she decided to move to Sweden, where she played in the UEFA Women's Champions League with Kopparbergs/Göteborg FC. Yael has also played for the US Women's Team at every level. Besides all of her fantastic accomplishments, I brought her on the Podcast because of how hard she works and how much she truly loves the game! She also just released her new app on the iTunes App Store, called "Techne Futbol," where you can download it, and do a 1 week trial. Within the app, she helps you with your individual technical training. An app I highly recommend, especially for young players. Contact her for Questions: Email: yael@technefutbol.com, Instagram: yaelaverbuch

Super grateful to get on the Pod today with another fantastic guest. Kaelyn was born in California, and moved to Minnesota when she was 14 years old. Kaelyn went on to play high school football at Shattuck St. Marys in Minnesota. She continued her career at Creighton, before transferring to Central Michigan for her last 3 years of College. She wanted to continue to play the game she loved, so that's what she did. After a great experience with Chicago Red Stars in the NWSL, she got a call from her agent who found her an offer in Kazakhstan where she could continue to chase her dream with a team who plays in the Women's Champions League (Biik Kazygurt). She jumped on the opportunity, because she knew how much it would improve her as a person and as a footballer. She also has a fantastic blog called www.alongtheway.today where she shares her experience of life overseas. I look forward to seeing her on the big stages very soon! Instagram: @kaelyn_korte

Andrew Jean Baptiste is originally from Brentwood, New York, in Long Island. He played his youth at Brentwood High School (where he won a National Championship), and at Albertson Academy. He was an All-American in High School. He went on to play 2 years at the University of Connecticut, where he also received All-American, and Defender of the year. Jean-Baptiste was selected as the number 8 draft pick in the first-round by the Portland Timbers in 2012. During his debut, he scored a goal off a free-kick from Jack Jewsbury. Baptiste went on to play 31 games for the club scoring twice, before leaving to go to Chivas USA. After Chivas he signed with the New York Red Bulls. After playing with the Red Bulls, he decided to take his chances in Europe, and had three great seasons in Spain and Sweden, before moving to his current club, in Malyasia, where he is playing in the Malyasian Premier League. Not only is this dude a fantastic player, he is an even better guy. Check this episode out!

Jochen Graf is a Striker, originally from Dallas Texas. He is 28 years old and currently playing for the Tampa Bay Rowdies in the USL. He has lived & played in many countries, including; Germany and Sweden. He gives fantastic insight about how perseverance and persistence is what actually gets you to the top! I can say he is a PERFECT example of that, and how the little things done right everyday add up to something big. Please give it a listen. You won’t be disappointed!

Andrew Kendall Moullin comes on the podcast originally Florida, ended up moving to Shattuck St Mary’s in Minnesota and played most of his career there. Many of the footballers I bring on here have similar mindsets but this guy is one specifically that stands out to me. He is a guy I always looked up to because of his work rate, DAY IN AND DAY OUT, if you want to talk about persistence. I thought I worked hard, but nope, not even close to this guy. A fantastic influence for young footballers to look after and follow. He is now playing for Atlanta II as a center defensive midfielder. Take a listen, and let us know what you think!

Had a fantastic time talking with a good friend; Ricky Lopez Espin, a 22 year old for Real Salt Lake in the MLS. He’s originally from Miami, Florida. At 13 years old he moved to Minnesota to play at Shattuck St Mary’s USSDA. I am sure that getting out of his comfort zone at this young of an age has put him where he’s at today. Plus, he encountered the setback of an ACL injury, and kept pushing on. He took it as a learning experience and looked at it positively the whole way through. His positive mindset and positive vibe is the best part of this conversation.

Originally from Northbrook, Illinois, played 2 years in highschool, and spent the next two at a very prestigious highschool; Shattuck St. Marys. Centerback David Abidor went on to play three years at the University of Dayton, and spent his last year at Creighton University. He signed his first pro contract as a Pro in Sweden with Dalkurd FF. After that stint, he went back home to the US, and signed with the Tulsa Roughnecks. Following a successful season with the Roughnecks, he signed with the New York Red Bulls II. He is now chasing the dream out in Finland looking to make a name in Europe!

21 year old Professional Footballer (Sweden Division One) Samuel Kroon tells us about his life as a professional footballer. We cover everything you can think of; nutrition, extra training, recovery, sleep, his team training, freshness, how to develop as a Footballer and get to the next level.