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Kids on the Pitch Podcast: Summer tournament fun plus Ben Fiore on his return to Kiski Area

by
John Krysinsky
July 10, 2023

Photo courtesy GloryontheGrass.com

Kids on the Pitch Podcast is presented by Glory on the Grass Soccer Tournaments

Register a team today for an upcoming 5v5 or 3v3 tournament in Western Pennsylvania this Summer!

We’re back!

Pittsburgh Soccer Now‘s John Krysinsky brings back the Kids on the Pitch podcast, presented by Glory on the Grass 5v5 Soccer Tournaments, devoted to and focused on scholastic and youth soccer.

In the first episode of Kids on the Pitch of 2023, John brings on Kris Schemm, who is the founder of the Glory on the Grass 5v5 and 3v3 soccer tournaments, which are being played at various locations in and around Western Pennsylvania during the summer. Learn more about the unique, 5v5 and 3v3 competition, how it came to be and where there are still opportunities to play in our region in the coming weeks.

In addition, John interviews Ben Fiore, who has taken on a new coaching position at his alma mater, Kiski Area, following his successful stint at Ambridge, where he helped lead the Bridgers to a WPIAL 3A runner-up finish in 2022, and a semifinal appearance in 2021. In an enlightening interview, Ben discusses the off season process for coaches and players, preparing for training camp, stepping into a new program, building a successful culture and much more.

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John Krysinsky

John Krysinsky has covered soccer and other sports for many years for various publications and media outlets. He is also author of 'Miracle on the Mon' -- a book about the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC, which chronicles the club, particularly the early years of Highmark Stadium with the narrative leading up to and centered around a remarkable match that helped provide a spark for the franchise. John has covered sports for Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, DK Pittsburgh Sports, Pittsburgh Sports Report, has served as color commentator on Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC broadcasts, and worked with OPTA Stats and broadcast teams for US Open Cup and International Champions Cup matches held in the US. Krysinsky also served as the Head Men’s Soccer Coach at his alma mater, Point Park University, where he led the Pioneers to the first-ever winning seasons and playoff berths (1996-98); head coach of North Catholic boys (2007-08), associate head coach of Shady Side Academy boys (2009-2014).