Sat Sep 14 11:16:00 UTC 2024: ## New US Men’s Soccer Coach Aims for Women’s Success

**Davenport, IA** – Mauricio Pochettino, the new head coach of the US men’s national soccer team, has set his sights high, calling on his players to emulate the success of their female counterparts. “We want to win,” he said, “and we have many examples to follow.” The US women’s team boasts four World Cup victories and five Olympic gold medals, while the men haven’t reached the World Cup quarterfinals since 2002.

Pochettino, a 52-year-old Argentine, was hired to replace Gregg Berhalter, who was dismissed in July after the team’s early exit from the Copa America.

**Local News Highlights:**

* **Davenport Man Found Dead:** An autopsy is underway to determine the cause of death for a Davenport man found four blocks from his crashed vehicle.
* **New School Schedule:** The Davenport School Board has unanimously approved a new school schedule for the upcoming year.
* **Nestlé Purina Sound Mitigation:** The company plans to install sound mitigation starting September 21st to address noise concerns from the community.
* **Sex Work Awareness:** Leanne Gott shares her story as a sex worker, emphasizing the reality of the profession and the dangers that come with it.
* **Federal Ethics Investigation:** A LeClaire resident has submitted a request for the federal Office of Congressional Ethics to investigate US Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks’ voting record.

Stay informed on all local and national news by subscribing to your local newspaper’s email updates, app notifications, and digital edition.

Read More