Going Deep with Donnovan Bennett

The 2024 Canadian Premier League Season Begins

Episode Summary

The Canadian Premier League kicks off their 2024 season this weekend, and to celebrate all things Canadian soccer, Donnovan brings on CPL Commissioner Mark Noonan (1:43). The commish discusses what to expect this season, how a young league like the CPL is still growing, lessons learned from other leagues around the globe, and how the CPL's existence is starting to change the pipeline of talent at a grassroots level. Afterwards, Donnovan chats with Ricardo Pasquel (21:03), co-owner, GM, and President of York United FC about his journey (alongside his brothers Miguel and Eduardo) to own the CPL franchise. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Episode Notes

The Canadian Premier League kicks off their 2024 season this weekend, and to celebrate all things Canadian soccer, Donnovan brings on CPL Commissioner Mark Noonan (1:43). The commish discusses what to expect this season, how a young league like the CPL is still growing, lessons learned from other leagues around the globe, and how the CPL's existence is starting to change the pipeline of talent at a grassroots level. Afterwards, Donnovan chats with Ricardo Pasquel (21:03), co-owner, GM, and President of York United FC about his journey (alongside his brothers Miguel and Eduardo) to own the CPL franchise.

 

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.