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Heart of the Game, Ep. 1: Jack Rozier, California Magic SC

SciSports is excited to announce the official launch of its new podcast series, the Heart of the Game.

Date

10 October 2025

In our very first episode, we’re joined by Jack Rozier, Operations Director at California Magic Soccer Club. Together, we explore the journey of self-improvement and personal growth in soccer, covering the power of motivation, the importance of mindset, and how to stay focused on your goals. Whether you’re a player, coach, or fan, these insights can help elevate your own path in the game.

Jack Rozier: “Yeah, I mean, there will always be people whose expectations your experience or background doesn’t meet and that’s fine, right? I think the more you focus on yourself and the people around you who share the spirit and energy you’re trying to bring forward-thinking, optimistic, wanting to create things and solve problems the better. It’s not a straight path; it’s still very much a journey I’m on. But I’ve developed a trust in myself, reinforced by feedback from peers, which makes me feel like hopping onto a podcast is a good idea, something I wouldn’t have sought out or thought to do before. Because of those experiences, maybe talking to you today connects a dot for someone else out there and makes them want to take a risk.”

That commitment to growth naturally extends to how Rozier thinks about team culture:

Rozier on culture: “Culture is a feeling, right? It’s not just words on a wall or on a website. It’s the quality and care in your interactions with people whether that’s coach to coach, coach to player, coach to parent, or player to player. Those are the things we’re actively working to shape and mold every day.”

We also keep things light and fun. Each episode of Heart of the Game features a special trivia segment, paying homage to Dutch football and SciSports heritage.

Where to Watch & Listen

We’re embedding both the video and audio versions directly in this article for your convenience.

What’s Next?

We look forward to sharing more episodes of the Heart of the Game podcast with you. In each show, we explore the stories, challenges, and inspirations that shape the world of football. Our goal is to highlight the true heartbeat of the game: the people who give everything for football, both on and off the pitch.

Stay tuned for more conversations with leaders across the football world—each designed to inspire, educate, and entertain.