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Michael Chabala reflects on his MLS Championships and the journey of founding Sphere

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Michael Chabala

Michael Chabala was a 9-year Major League Soccer professional, including two world championships with Houston Dynamo in ‘06 and ‘07.

Episode Description

Michael Chabala was a 9-year Major League Soccer professional, including two world championships with Houston Dynamo in ‘06 and ‘07. One of the Dynamo’s advantages during the championship run was the strength of their locker room. The culture and camaraderie alongside a couple ground rules is part of the foundation Mike uses now in business. Mike is the Founder/CEO of Sphere, a soccer-inspired fitness company that cultivates genuine community through exercise that's rapidly taking the country by storm. Mike walks us through his journey and vision with Sphere.

Episode Breakdown

0:00- Intro

2:05- The Locker Room of The Dynamo (2x MLS Champions)

6:30- Building Sphere, Vision, Business Model, Community

19:40- The vision of MLS players teaching at Sphere

23:00- Mike’s playlist

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