In this episode of the Cosmos Country Podcast, host Jerry Cala sits down with New York Cosmos CEO Erik Stover for an in-depth conversation on the state of the club and the broader soccer landscape.

Jerry and Erik dive deep into what’s next for the historic franchise, the massive growth of soccer in the United States, and how the upcoming World Cup is shaping the sport's future on home soil. Plus, get the inside scoop on exciting new Cosmos exhibits and the front office's long-term vision for the team.

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On this episode of Cosmos Country, host Jerry Cala sits down with versatile sports broadcaster and ESPN+ announcer Jon Gross!

Jon has called action for nearly a dozen sports across Division I colleges and conferences up and down the East Coast, but his passion for the beautiful game runs deep. With extensive experience broadcasting professional soccer—including World Cup Qualifiers, the NWSL, and the USL—Jon brings an elite tactical perspective and an insider’s understanding of the American soccer landscape to the show.

Jerry and Jon dive into how his extensive background in the modern pro game ties right back to the legacy and ethos of the New York Cosmos. They discuss the art of calling soccer on the major networks, how the sport has evolved on television, and what the spirit of "Cosmos Country" means to the next generation of soccer media.

Whether you are a die-hard Cosmos fan or a sports media junkie, you won't want to miss this deep dive into the broadcast booth!⚽ Subscribe to Cosmos Country for more exclusive interviews, team history, and soccer discussion!

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Cosmos Country Podcast welcomes one of the newest faces between the posts for the New York Cosmos, Javier Garcia!

Fresh off his move to the Cosmos, Garcia joins Jerry & Jimmy to talk about his soccer journey from Texas to the professional ranks, his time in the USL Championship and USL League One, and what it means to wear the Cosmos crest. Known as one of the league’s premier shot-stoppers, Garcia arrives in New York as the USL League One all-time leader in penalty saves, earning Player of the Month honors and multiple Save of the Week awards along the way.

Tune in as Javier discusses his path through Rio Grande Valley FC, El Paso Locomotive, Texoma FC, and AC Boise, his competitive mentality as a goalkeeper, and his goals for helping build the next chapter of Cosmos history. Plus, hear what fans can expect from the man tasked with protecting the net for one of soccer's most iconic clubs.

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Welcome back to another episode of "Cosmos Country" with Jerry & Jimmy! Today is another special guest episode as the fellas bring in Darrell Etienne who is the head coach of the Cosmos B club. Etienne's team has had a monster season and it looks like the future is bright for the USL NY Cosmos! Hear about his work ethic, his culture he brings to the team and so much more! #Cosmos #NYCosmos #USL #CosmosCountryPodcast

According to the USL Standings, the Month of May has not been kind to our beloved Cosmos but this episode of "Cosmos Country" has Jerry and Jimmy taking a more positive approach to the club and their start with a fresh turn of the page into the month of June. They break down the last two losses and also talk about some of the news that the Cosmos provided via a presser that Jerry attended. #NYCosmos #USL #CosmosCountry #Podcast

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The Cosmos player interviews roll on this week with Cosmos Country sitting down with #20 Nick Mendonca! Nick shares his experience with Jerry Cala thusfar in the young season as the club prepares for it's next big task of Union Omaha coming to New Jersey! Hear about Nick's come up and how he became a member of the team, his goals for the remainder of the season and beyond in this exclusive one on one sit down! #CosmosCountry #NYCosmos #USL #Soccer Support All Things Mile21 Media by subscribing to the Channel and following along on IG @Mile21Media - And for all your podcasting and rental needs, Follow @Stellar19Studios on IG to rent space to create your own show with Mile21 Media!

Jimmy and Jerry are back on another loaded episode of "Cosmos Country" ! The guys are back to break down a very significant win in this "third chapter" of the Cosmos. Find out all about the fan experience, the game on the field, the words from the coaches and players and more! Nobody covers the NY Cosmos like "Cosmos Country" ! Be sure to subscribe to the youtube channel and podcast! #Cosmos #USLCup #Soccer #CosmosCountry

The "Cosmos Country" Podcast is back for a second episode of the week because it's a special one as Jerry & Jimmy sit down with Tino Puentes! Tino is from Garwood, New Jersey, a small town where he started a landscaping business in high school that he ran through college. Multisport Athlete: In high school, he was an all-county basketball player and played soccer for both his school and Cedar Stars Academy. In College: He played D-III soccer at Drew University, where he notably jumped from four goals his sophomore year to 14 his junior year -- Joining the Cosmos: After graduating and working a corporate job, he attended trials and was personally called by Giuseppe Rossi, who told Tino he believed in his talent. His Life at the New York Cosmo has been quite exciting! His coach, Davide Corti, describes him as a "joker" who can play multiple positions and is willing to "run through a wall" for the team. The Atmosphere: Tino is known for keeping the locker room loose and using humor to help teammates when they are down. On Hinchcliffe Stadium: He finds playing at Hinchcliffe Stadium welcoming rather than intimidating, especially with local family and friends frequently in the stands. His Goals: He is 100% confident the team will make the playoffs, citing strong chemistry within the young group. A fun show with some excellent insight! Enjoy!! #TinoPuentes #NYCosmos #CosmosCountry