Meet The 'Energizer Bunny' Who Keeps Things Loose With USA's World Cup Squad

Harris Patel is the USMNT’s hype man — greeting players off the bus with bear hugs, daps and a jolt of energy to shake off nerves.
Players call him “Unc”/a dad — he keeps them pumped, cares personally, and even checks in when they’re back with their clubs.
Veteran sports trainer (Olympics, NBA bubble, NFL, Georgia/Alabama/Emory) who brings cutting‑edge recovery ideas to the team.