Fred Lipka

MLS Vice President of Player and Youth Development

Chicago, Illinois

About Fred

Fred Lipka is an American sports executive. He is the current Vice President and Technical Director of Player Development at Major League Soccer, where he oversees youth and player development initiatives across the league. Lipka has been a key architect of MLS's academy and coaching education structures, helping design pathways and programs intended to produce the next generation of professional players and coaches in North America. He has over 20 years of experience in the sports industry, including stints with the US Soccer Federation and the Chicago Fire. Lipka is based in Chicago, Illinois.

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I Hate Soccer with Jason Collinsworth

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I Hate Soccer #70 - Fred Lipka, MLS Vice President of Player and Youth Development

I Hate Soccer with Jason Collinsworth•Dec 15, 2025•59:03•guest