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Caleb Porter is the head coach of the 2015 MLS Cup champions, Portland Timbers. He was previously head coach of the United States U-23 team, and the University of Akron men's team from 2006 to 2012.
A former midfielder, he played college soccer for Indiana University before his short professional career in Major League Soccer and the United Soccer League was ended by persistent knee injuries.
A career change from player to coach was followed by almost immediate success on the collegiate level, where Mr. Porter led small University of Akron to a NCAA championship in 2010.
My impressions of Mr. Porter: Who says there are no second acts in soccer or in life? Caleb Porter has consistently proven his doubters wrong. In our interview, I was struck by his intense focus. His answers and tone really captured his personality. And whether he meant to or not, I took away lessons in resiliency and drive from our conversation.
I really was honored and excited to meet him.