In this episode of the One Soccer Nation Podcast, host Kareem Rae sits down with Spencer Collum, a key executive at Fort Lauderdale United FC, to talk about how this rising club is reshaping the South Florida soccer scene.

From humble beginnings to launching a fully professional men’s team in USL League One, Spencer shares Fort Lauderdale United’s journey, including:

• Their 7,000-seat stadium on the NSU campus
• Competing in the USL Super League (women’s) and USL2 (men’s)
• The club’s mission to break down pay-to-play barriers through free youth clinics and scholarship programs
• The impact of upcoming global events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup on U.S. soccer

We also dive into Spencer’s personal story, his day-to-day operations, challenges in building a professional soccer organization, and how the club is creating a family-friendly, community-first atmosphere in South Florida.

Plus: Fun rapid-fire questions, from gumbo to Premier League favorites, and his take on Messi vs Ronaldo.

Topics Covered:

• Youth development and community impact
• Transition from semi-pro to pro (USL2 to USL1)
• The business of soccer: sponsorships, stadium atmosphere, and fan engagement
• Soccer’s growth trajectory in the U.S.

Bonus moment: Spencer gifts Kareem Rae a Fort Lauderdale United FC scarf at the end.

Fort Lauderdale United FC Website: https://www.ftlutd.com/

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