President of Hometown Soccer Holdings, Chris Klein, joins the show to talk about the new KKR and MLS joint venture. The joint venture includes stadiums, investment in the youth to pro, and the quest to expand soccer's reach into mid-size markets and fostering a deeper connection between fans and their local clubs. We then talk about the new legislative developments in Pennsylvania, where a recent bill has passed to divide public and private schools in state playoff competitions.

0:00 -A Buying Sandlot Premium Community Teaser

5:49 - MLS & KKR Announce Joint Venture

9:01 - The Future of Soccer Development & Stadiums

11:35 - How Investment is Shaping Youth & Pro

14:58 - The Tailwinds of the World Cup

16:55 - Youth Tournaments Attached to Stadium Plans

20:54 - How Partnerships Incentivizes MLS to Invest in Youth

22:40 - Next Steps: Development & Engagement

23:17 - MLS & KKR Takeaways

35:58 - Youth Sports Goes to...Harrisburg