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Gracie & Heath Pearce on the World Cup, Professional Soccer, & Life After Sport
Athletes After Hours with Gracie Kramer›
Jul 15, 20261:11:39
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Former U.S. Men’s National Team defender, 2010 FIFA World Cup veteran, MLS Cup champion, and one of soccer’s most recognizable broadcasters, Heath Pearce joins me for an honest conversation about life on and off the pitch.
With the FIFA World Cup in full swing, Heath shares his perspective on what makes this tournament so special, the moments fans don’t always get to see, and what it’s really like to experience the biggest stage in sports as a player. We also dive into the transition out of professional soccer, navigating the loss of an athletic identity, and how he found a new purpose behind the microphone as a sports broadcaster and television analyst.
Whether you’re a lifelong soccer fan or simply curious about what happens after the final whistle, this episode is a conversation about reinvention, perspective, and finding fulfillment long after your playing career comes to an end.
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"Gracie & Heath Pearce on the World Cup, Professional Soccer, & Life After Sport" is an episode of Athletes After Hours with Gracie Kramer. Runtime 1 hr 11 min. Published July 15, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.
