How Proper Preparation Leads to Elite Performance | Joey Harty

In Episode 4 of the iATAC Soccer Podcast, we’re joined by Joey Harty, Director of Sports Performance and Science at Sporting Kansas City. With over a decade of experience helping athletes, from academy prospects to MLS professionals, Joey specializes in optimizing performance.

In this conversation with Michael Wright and Chris Martinez, Joey explains how smart, age-appropriate training and recovery strategies can dramatically shape a player’s long-term development. He shares practical insights on movement, strength, nutrition, sleep, and how to build performance—even without access to a gym.