I am Glenn Crooks, a broadcaster, coach, and writer with decades of experience across soccer media, coaching at the collegiate and club levels, and a passion for storytelling. I have hosted and produced multiple podcasts, commentated at the highest levels, and authored works that translate the game to fans and players alike. My career blends on-air performance with hands-on coaching, player development, and media production, all aimed at growing the sport and sharing insightful perspectives with diverse audiences. I’m enthusiastic about mentoring, public speaking, and creating engaging content—from live broadcasts to podcasts and written columns. I’ve collaborated with teams, leagues, and media partners to bring authentic soccer coverage to fans, while guiding emerging players and coaches through experiences drawn from a long career in both football operations and media work.

Glenn Crooks

I am Glenn Crooks, a broadcaster, coach, and writer with decades of experience across soccer media, coaching at the collegiate and club levels, and a passion for storytelling. I have hosted and produced multiple podcasts, commentated at the highest levels, and authored works that translate the game to fans and players alike. My career blends on-air performance with hands-on coaching, player development, and media production, all aimed at growing the sport and sharing insightful perspectives with diverse audiences. I’m enthusiastic about mentoring, public speaking, and creating engaging content—from live broadcasts to podcasts and written columns. I’ve collaborated with teams, leagues, and media partners to bring authentic soccer coverage to fans, while guiding emerging players and coaches through experiences drawn from a long career in both football operations and media work.

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I am Glenn Crooks, a broadcaster, coach, and writer with decades of experience across soccer media, coaching at the collegiate and club levels, and a passion for storytelling. I have hosted and produced multiple podcasts, commentated at the highest levels, and authored works that translate the game to fans and players alike. My career blends on-air performance with hands-on coaching, player development, and media production, all aimed at growing the sport and sharing insightful perspectives with diverse audiences.

I’m enthusiastic about mentoring, public speaking, and creating engaging content—from live broadcasts to podcasts and written columns. I’ve collaborated with teams, leagues, and media partners to bring authentic soccer coverage to fans, while guiding emerging players and coaches through experiences drawn from a long career in both football operations and media work.

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Experience Level

Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Author at Self-published
January 1, 2025 - Present
Author of 'Put It On Frame – The Crooks Conversations Volume One'.
Lead Radio Commentator at New York City FC
January 1, 2015 - Present
Lead radio commentator with 800+ interviews.
Host at SiriusXM FC
January 1, 2015 - Present
Host of The Coaching Academy, 1300+ interviews.
Host/Producer at Glenn Crooks On Frame
January 1, 2018 - Present
Host/Producer of the podcast featuring 100+ interviews.
Host/Producer at Soccer City
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
Host/Producer, Soccer City Podcast (40+ interviews).
Co-host at NYCFC Views Live
January 1, 2023 - Present
Co-host of the NYCFC Views Live podcast.
Reporter at World Cup in Qatar
November 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Provided live pre-game and post-game reports; wrote columns for SiriusXM FC, New York Post, NJ.com.
Play-by-Play, Color Analyst at Big Ten Network
January 1, 2014 - Present
Big Ten Network play-by-play and color analysis for Men’s & Women’s Soccer.
Columnist at WFAN/CBS NY, SBI Soccer, Empire of Soccer
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2018
Columnist for multiple outlets including WFAN/CBS NY, SBI Soccer, and Empire of Soccer.
Writer at Pro Soccer USA
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020
Wrote articles for Pro Soccer USA.
Host at WCTC-AM Radio
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1994
Host of Soccer on Sunday, a weekly call-in show previewing and analyzing the 1994 World Cup USA.
Contributing Writer at Soccer Journal
January 1, 1989 - Present
Contributing writer for Soccer Journal.
Sports Director at WMTR-AM/WDHA-FM
January 1, 1980 - December 31, 1988
Produced and voiced six or more sportscasts daily; covered New York Cosmos (NASL) and NJ Rockets (MISL).
Radio Play-by-Play Voice at Seton Hall Basketball / NJ Radio Network / WMTR
January 1, 1985 - December 31, 1987
Radio play-by-play voice for Seton Hall Basketball.
Television Play-by-Play Voice at USBL / FNN/Score
January 1, 1987 - December 31, 1988
Television play-by-play for USBL Game of the Week.
Radio Play-by-Play Voice at NJ Jammers / USBL / NJ Radio Network / WMTR
January 1, 1987 - December 31, 1987
Radio play-by-play for the NJ Jammers (USBL).
Radio Play-by-Play at Garden State Bowl (Tennessee vs. Wisconsin) / NJ Radio Network / WMTR
January 1, 1981 - December 31, 1981
Radio play-by-play for Garden State Bowl.
Head Women’s Soccer Coach at Rutgers University
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2014
Head Women’s Soccer Coach: Eight-time NCAA Qualifiers, Two Sweet 16 appearances; coached Carli Lloyd; USSF B License.
Head Soccer Coach at Players Development Academy (PDA)
January 1, 2000 - Present
Head Soccer Coach for U15-U18 Girls; multiple championships; top girls club program recognized in 2011, 2013, 2014.
Head Women’s Soccer Coach at Long Island University-Brooklyn
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1999
Started program; won NEC Championship; NCAA appearances.
Head Women’s Soccer Coach at St. Peter’s University
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1995
Started program; two-time MAAC Coach of the Year (1994, 1995).
Head Girls Soccer Coach at NJ Olympic Development Program
January 1, 1989 - December 31, 2018
Head Girls Soccer Coach, U15, U17, U19; multiple national and regional championships.
Head Girls Soccer Coach at Ridge High School
January 1, 1983 - December 31, 1992
Started program; two state championships; NJ State Coach of the Year (1986).
Director at Glenn Crooks Soccer School, LLC
January 1, 2000 - Present
Develop, organize, staff, and coach at soccer camps and clinics for 500+ girls annually.
Member, Presenter, Moderator at United Soccer Coaches
January 1, 1985 - Present
Moderated panels including for Volkswagen and U.S. Soccer with Brandi Chastain, Carli Lloyd and Sam Mewis.
Coach Advisor at Polar USA
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2019
Develop leads for Heart Rate Monitor Systems.

Education

B.A. at University of Georgia
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1980

Qualifications

New Jersey Soccer Hall of Fame
January 1, 2018 - December 15, 2025
Ridge High School Athletic Hall of Fame
January 1, 2013 - December 15, 2025
USSF "B" License
January 11, 2030 - December 15, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services