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🎙️ Episode 118 — Deep Dive #1: Building Out from the Defensive Third (with Paddy King)
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In the first episode of our brand-new Deep Dive series, we’re joined by Paddy King to explore one of the game’s most important tactical elements — building out from the defensive third.
Paddy breaks down what effective build-out play looks like and shares insight into the key principles behind it — from creating angles and supporting runs to recognising when and how to progress the ball through the thirds.
Using a short clip from a recent Barcelona match, Paddy highlights how top teams manage this phase of play, before explaining how grassroots and academy coaches can translate those same concepts into practical, engaging training sessions.
In this episode:
- How Barcelona’s structure and spacing create options during build-out
- The decision-making process for centre-backs, midfielders, and the goalkeeper
- Coaching cues and constraints-led practices to develop confident build-out play
- Ideas for small-sided games that replicate real match scenarios
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🎙️ Episode 118 — Introducing Our New Deep Dive Series
In this short promo, we unveil our brand-new Deep Dive series: focused, practical episodes that take one coaching theme at a time and go beneath the surface—ideas you can lift straight onto the training pitch.
What to expect
- Clear, actionable takeaways for grassroots to academy coaches
- Real session ideas, common pitfalls, and quick wins
- Short, focused format you can revisit anytime
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Episode 117,
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Episode 117 – The Importance of Philosophy and Culture, a conversation with Jason Carney
In this episode we speak again with the superb Jason Carney about the importance of Philosophy and Culture. Jason is the Director of Coaching at FC Portland, and is an A licensed coach and author. Jason talks about his experiences in developing a philosophy and supporting culture, and the benefits he’s experienced when you get these right.
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Episode 116,
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Episode 116 – Positional Play, a conversation with Paddy King
In this episode we speak again with the awesome Paddy King. Paddy has a passion for positional play and in this episodes, we speak about what he’s been up to since we last spoke on episode 39. Paddy tells about his new online coaching course and how it can help all coaches better understand the concepts discussed and support their players.
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X – Paddy King- @KingKnightEd
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This episode was brought to you in association with our friends at Soccer Coach Weekly.
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Episode 115,
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Episode 115 – The Importance of Coaching Principles, a conversation with Osku Partonen
UEFA Pro Licensed Coach
In this episode we speak again with the awesome Osku Partonen about the importance of coaching principles, why they are important and how to embed them. Osku shares with us his nine key coaching principles that underpin all other aspects of his coaching philosophy and game model. We also discuss how these principles become part of your match day focus.
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This episode was brought to you in association with our friends at Soccer Coach Weekly.
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🎙️ Episode 114 – What Makes Great Coach Development? (with Ray Power)
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What really makes coach development effective?
In this episode, Scott is joined by coach educator, author, and Head of Football at Bangladesh’s National Academy, Ray Power, for a deep dive into the principles that truly help coaches grow.
Forget ticking boxes and CPD hours — this is about developing thinking coaches who can reflect, adapt, and lead.
🧠 Topics include:
- Why context matters more than any single qualification
- The difference between improving sessions vs. improving coaches
- How to create safe environments for experimentation and reflection
- The power of mentorship — and what makes a great mentor
- Ray’s take on coach-led learning and real-world application
- How to filter the noise of webinars, books, AI, and social media
- What Ray would keep, drop, or radically change in coach education
This episode is full of honest insights and practical advice — perfect for coaches at any stage of their journey.
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Twitter: @power_ray
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Episode 113,
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Episode 113 - Formations and Playing Positions, a conversation with Ray Power
Football formations mystify many coaches – are they essential blueprints or merely starting points for something more fluid? Ray Power, Head of Football at Bangladesh's National Academy (BKSP), masterfully deconstructs this question through the lens of both elite and grassroots football development.
Power introduces the refreshing concept of a "base formation" as simply your team's home – a familiar structure players return to when uncertain, rather than a rigid tactical straightjacket. This perspective immediately transforms how coaches might approach formations with their teams. "Your formation is like home," Power explains. "When you're struggling or not quite sure what to do next, you have home base."
The conversation illuminates crucial distinctions between formations and playing styles, using the example of Mourinho's Chelsea and Guardiola's Barcelona both using 4-3-3 formations but producing dramatically different football. This reveals why cookie-cutter approaches to tactical systems inevitably fall short – each team's unique player attributes create entirely different dynamics within the same numerical structure.
For youth coaches transitioning players to 11-a-side football, Power offers particularly valuable insights. Rather than being wedded to a single formation, he advocates cycling players through multiple tactical approaches throughout their development journey. This builds more versatile footballers with broader tactical understanding – like Michael Carrick who surprisingly admitted never playing center-back despite his physical and technical suitability for the position.
Power's analysis of in-game formation changes reveals the psychological component often overlooked in tactical discussions. When players are comfortable with multiple formations, they adjust more seamlessly during matches without the anxiety that typically accompanies positional shifts. This psychological comfort allows teams to adapt to opposition threats or exploit emerging opportunities with confidence.
Whether you're a grassroots coach seeking to navigate the complexities of formations or an experienced tactician looking for fresh perspectives, Ray's practical wisdom and accessible approach make this episode an essential tactical masterclass. By understanding formations as dynamic frameworks rather than rigid systems, coaches at all levels can develop more adaptable, tactically intelligent players ready for football's ever-evolving demands.
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Episode 112,
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Episode 112 - A Look At Grassroots Football, with Jason Carney, Director of Coaching at FC Portland and Author
In this episode we speak again with the wonderful Jason Carney, who is the Director of Coaching at FC Portland. We discuss his coaching background and updates since we previously spoke back in 2022. We discuss grassroots football, the obstacles to player development and some of the solutions. We also look at his latest book “US Grassroots Soccer, Great on Paper, S**T on Grass”
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Jason Carney – https://www.fcportland.org/our-staff
US Grassroots Soccer, Great on Paper, S**T on Grass - https://www.amazon.co.uk/US-Grassroots-Soccer-Great-Paper/dp/1966442378
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Episode 111,
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Episode 111 - A Look At Scouting In Grassroots Youth Football, a conversation with Chris Robinson, Director at The Scouting Game and Head of Academy Recruitment at Southampton FC
In this episode we speak with the awesome Chris Robinson about the world of scouting. We look behind the curtain of grassroots youth football scouting and Chris helps us demystify the scouting process. We talk about some of the challenges for scouts, clubs, coaches and players and ask if the process of scouting young players could be improved.
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Chris Robinson – The Scouting Game - https://thescoutinggame.co.uk/
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This episode was brought to you in association with our friends at Soccer Coach Weekly.
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Episode 110,
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Episode 110 – Giving The Game Back To The Kids, a conversation with Chris Fraser
In this episode we speak to Chris Fraser about grassroots football and discuss if adults are taking the game away from the kids
We talk about the experiences Chris has seen this seen and how youth grassroots football has changes over the past few years. Chris suggests some possible options for us to consider and how by making a few changes to how we go about things as adults, the young players could benefit.
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Episode 109,
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Episode 109 – What’s too far? A conversation about behaviour in youth grassroots football
In this episode we speak with James Brooks and discuss behaviour in grassroots football.
We look at coach matchday behaviour and what’s changes over the past 5-10 years and discuss some of the reasons. We also look at spectators and players and the role the FA and leagues could and possibly should play in supporting a positive training and playing environment.
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Episode 108,
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Episode 108 – How To Deliver An Effective Training Session, a conversation with Mark Rivers, Arsenal Pre-Academy Manager and FA Tutor
In this episode we speak with the awesome Mark Rivers who is the current Pre-Academy Manager at Arsenal and an FA Tutor.
Mark talks us through his own coaching journey and how that influences his delivery as well as what he believes helps make an effective coaching session. We discuss the importance of plan, do , review as well as what to consider to get the most of your training sessions for your players.
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Episode 107,
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Episode 107 – Maximising Coach Delivery, a conversation with Temisan Williams former academy UEFA A coach and founder of Excellence Academy
In this episode we speak with the awesome Temisan Williams (Temi) about his top tips for coaches to maximise their coaching delivery.
Temi talks us through his own coaching journey and experiences. We talk about how his own views on coaching has changed over the past 13 years, how formal coach qualifications can support and what coaches might want to think about when planning and delivering their sessions as well as wider curriculum planning.
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Temisan Williams – X (formerly Twitter) - @become_excel
Website - https://www.excellence-acaddemy.co.uk/
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Episode 106,
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Episode 106 - Designing effective training practices and adapting for winter training, a conversation with Macauley Musgrave coach and owner of The Coaches Zone
In this episode we speak with the awesome Macauley Musgrave (Macca) about how he goes about designing effective training practices. We also discuss what coaches could consider as many of us move into winter training.
Macca talks us through his own coaching journey and experiences. We talk about what he means by ‘effective’, what coaches might want to consider before they plan the individual sessions, and his work with The Coaches Zone.
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Macca – X (formerly Twitter) - @MaccaCoaching
The Coaches Zone - X (formerly Twitter) - @TheCoachesZone
Website - https://www.thecoacheszone.com/
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Episode 105,
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Episode 105 - A Look At How Coaching Player Behaviours Can Support Player Development,
A conversation with Dan Abrahams, sports psychologist, podcast host and author
In this episode we speak with the awesome Dan Abrahams about how coaches can focus on player behaviours to help the players develop
Dan talks us through his own coaching journey and his passion for sports psychology. We discuss how import behaviours can be in player development, what specific behaviours coaches may focus on, some of the ways these can be embedded and some of the things to be conscious of when it comes to the psychological part of player development.
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Daniel Abrahams – X (formerly Twitter) - @DanAbrahams77
Website - https://danabrahams.com/
Podcast – The Sport Psych Show
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This episode was brought to you in association with our friends at Soccer Coach Weekly.
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Episode 104,
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How Coaching Abroad Has Helped Me Develop, a conversation with Billy Ready,
UEFA B coach at PASS Abu Dhabi
In this episode we speak with Billy Ready about how coaching abroad has helped him develop as a coach.
Billy talks us through how his approach to coaching has evolved since we last spoke and the adaptations he has made so as to effectively coach abroad. Billy tells us about his role and gives us some detail around the coaching set-up. We also discuss what a session looks like and how that integrates into a season long syllabus.
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Billy Ready – X (formerly Twitter) - @ReadyBilly
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Episode 103,
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Episode 103 - Episode 103 - Using Positional Play To Better Understand The Game, a conversation with David Garcia, UEFA Coach, Coach Developer and founder of It's Just A Sport
In this episode we talk to the awesome David Garcia about how we can use the concept of positional play to better understand the game.
David talks us through his own coaching journey and how the Spanish and South American influence has impacted his coaching methodology and philosophy.
We discuss what positional play is, how it can benefit coaches and players, and ways in which it can be embed into training.
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Its Just a Sport, Website - https://www.itsjustasport.com/
David Garcia, Twitter - @IJaSport
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This episode was brought to you in association with our friends at Soccer Coach Weekly.
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Episode 102,
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A look at the importance of Mental Training in athlete development, a conversation with Lindsey Willson founder of Positive Performance Training and the Mindset Coach Academy
In this episode we speak again with Lindsey about the importance of and ways to support mental training of young athletes.
Lindsey talks us through her own journey as an elite basketball player and the role that mental training had on her development. We discuss the importance of attitude, behaviours and mindset, as well as the environment that coaches create.
Lindsey talks us through her Six Step Positive Performance Framework and explains how she helps train and provide accreditation for those looking to become certified in Mental Training and Mindset Coaching.
Here is the link to the guide we discuss - https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/guide
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Lindsey Wilson – Positive Performance - https://www.positiveperformancetraining.com/
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Episode 101,
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Episode 101 – What we might be able to learn as youth football coaches by looking at the adult game, a conversation with Jamie Tompkins, Senior Manager at Brentford FC CST and Ascot United 1st Team Manager
In this episode we speak again with Jamie Tompkins, Senior Manager at Brentford FC CST and Ascot United 1st Team Manager.
Jamie helps us look at what we might be able to take from the adult game and bring into our youth football coaching to help best prepare young players for first team, adult football. We look back on last season and discuss the success with Ascot United FC and what factors might transfer back down the age groups for younger players. We discuss the importance of attitude, behaviors and mindset, as well as the environment that coaches create.
Here is the link to Brentford Gunnersbury Cup (2022/23) that we discuss - https://www.brentfordfccst.com/event/gunnersbury-cup-2023/
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Jamie Tompkins - @jamietompkins4
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Episode 100,
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Episode 100 - Facilitating Self Managing Teams, a conversation with Mark Bennett MBE and founder of PDS Coaching
In this episode we talk to the awesome Mark Bennett (MBE), founder of PDS Coaching.
Mark talks about his journey and what inspired him to spend the past 30 years crafting his understanding and skills to help others get the best of themselves.
We talk about how coaches can go about facilitating an environment that promotes teams managing themselves, why this can be helpful and some of the technique’s coaches can use to do this.
Mark also tells us some of the red flags for us to avoid as coaches and asks listeners to tell us what they will take from the episode, what they will use and what they would like us to discuss in more detail next time. Please do let us know!!
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PDS Coaching, Website - https://www.pdscoaching.com/
Mark Bennett MBE, Twitter - @PDScoach
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Episode 99,
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Episode 99 – Reflecting Back on an U14's Season, a conversation with James Brooks, FA Level 2 grassroots and Development Centre Coach
In this episode we talk to James Brooks (FA Level 2 grassroots and Development Centre Coach) about his grassroots teams U14’s Season. James gives us a bit of background to the team and what was in place up to the send of U13’s. We discuss the ambitions for the season, what was put in place to try and achieve them and on reflection what worked and what he would have done differently.
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Episode 98 – 10 Things To Consider When Coaching Adolescent Football Players
In this episode Scott reflects back on his experience of coaching the U13 and U14 boys’ team for the past two seasons. Scott talks about the differences between adolescence and puberty and how on reflection he wasn’t as informed as he could and should have been to fully understand and support the players.
Scott then lists the 10 things that coaches may want to consider if they are coaching players in the adolescent phase of their lives.
1) Individual differences
2) Physical changes
3) Psychological and emotional well-being
4) Motor skills development
5) Cognitive development
6) Social dynamics
7) Training load management
8) Communication and empathy
9) Nutrition and hydration
10) Personal hygiene
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Episode 97 – Key Coaching Topics for Youth Football Coaches and CPD, a conversation with Ray Power, Academy Manager, Coach Developer and Author
In this episode we speak to Ray Power, academy manager, coach and author of Making the Ball Roll, Coaching Youth Football and the Deliberate Soccer Practices series of books.
Ray tells us what he believes are some of the key topics youth football coaches should have a good understanding of and why they are important. We also discuss how important it is form coaches to continue their own CPD and how they can go about this. Ray also tells about his current role as Academy Manager at Boston United FC and his online CPD coach development programmes.
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Ray Power - @power_ray
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Episode 96 - The 3 A's to Maximising Player Game Impact
In this episode Scott responds to several listener questions asking for more information about the 3 A’s that he uses to underpin his coaching syllabus and training sessions.
Scott talks us through the 3 A’s (Attitude, Ability and Application), what is included in each one and how they are used in practice. He also explains how they can be adapted by coaches to align with the players they are supporting and different playing principles.
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Episode 95,
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Quality Coaching and Player Engagement, a conversation with Faith Jasper, Coach and Recreational Therapist
In this episode we discuss what is quality coaching? And the importance of player engagement, especially with our youngest players, with Faith Jasper, Coach and Recreational Therapist
Faith tells us about her playing and coaching journey and how she started coaching at 14 years old. We discuss how Faith breaks down her coaching methodology into the four moments of the game and uses a combination of practical practice with some classroom time to support player development. We also talk about the importance of having a common language and ensuring players feel part of the process.
Twitter - Faith Jasper - @FaithJasper4
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Episode 94 - Top Trump Coaching Tips, a Christmas Special!
In this episode Mark and I play Top Trumps with our coaching tips to see who has the best tips for coaches.
We share a coaching tip each, that we believe is important in coaching and and try and agree which one is the best ;)
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Episode 93 – Developing Your Coaching Blueprint, a conversation with Jason Carney,
UEFA coach and author
In this episode we talk to Jason about the importance or having a coach’s blueprint and how you can put one together.
Jason talks us through his own playing and coaching journey and explains how his own experiences influence his approach to coaching now. We discuss what a coaching blueprint is, how a coach can put one together and how you can continue to reflect, review, and develop it. Jason also talks about his two books (The Soccer Coaches Blueprint and You V’s Yourself), his free blueprint service and website for practices, as well as the one thing he would change in the world of coaching.
www.soccerpracticesessions.com is a free website that has exercises for all age groups
www.practice90.com is also a free service where Jason can help you design your club or team blueprint. If you are happy with the service all Jason asks is just that you to donate whatever amount you think his was worth the charity The Wounded Warrior Project which helps soldiers that have been wounded in the line of duty.
Facebook – Soccer Practice Sessions
The soccer Coach’s blueprint – published by Meyer and Meyer
And You V’s Yourself – Published by Archway publishers
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Episode 92 – My Coaching Journey, so far!...a conversation with Ali Speechly UEFA B football coach
In this episode we talk to Ali about her football coaching journey including going from her Level 1 to UEFA B and coaching grassroots and academy players.
Ali shares her approach to coaching, what her successes have been so far and what have been some of the challenges on the journey. Ali also tells us about her new role at the FA and how she is hoping to and inspire more female coaches!
Ali Speechly– Twitter - @_CoachAli_
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Episode 91 – Developing a Team Culture, a conversation with JP Nerbun,
coach, author and founder of TOC Culture Consulting
In this episode we talk to JP Nerbun about developing a team culture.
We discuss JP`s coaching background and experiences and then look at some of the key areas that impact on culture developing. These included What is Transformational Leadership and how can coaches use this to support team culture? How do you establish a Team Culture?, How can team culture be nurtured and supported?, and How can team cultured be enforced and measured?
Book – The Culture System - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Culture-System-Process-Creating-Extraordinary-ebook/dp/B0B3DYM22K
JP Nerbun – TOC Consulting - https://www.tocculture.com/
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Episode 90 – What is Great Coaching? a conversation with Shane Smith
In this episode we talk to Shane Smith about what is great coaching and how to support player development.
Shane has a BSc in Sports Science, an M.A. in Primary Education, is a primary school teacher and a coach. We discuss what great coaching may look like by reviewing the coach, the environment, the challenges, and the session. Shane shares his experiences of working and coaching in Ireland as well as his background of coaching a variety of sports including Gaelic football.
Shane Smith – Twitter - @ShaneSmith197
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Episode 89,
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Episode 89 - Connected Coaching, The Craft of Player Development,
a conversation with Ben Bartlett
In this episode we talk with Ben Bartlett about his second book Connected Coaching, The Craft of Player Development.
Ben updates us on what’s changed since we last spoke (episode #75) and we briefly revisit his first book before taking a closer look at the new book. Ben explains the background to the book and how it builds on the first one before giving us a brief overview of each of the eight chapters.
The Book - Connected Coaching, The Craft of Player Development - https://www.soccercoachweekly.net/book-shop/connected-coaching
Ben Bartlett – Twitter - @benbarts
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Episode 88,
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Episode 88 - A look at academy coaching, a conversation with Ross O'Kane, UEFA A and Advanced Youth Award Coach
In this episode we talk with Ross O’Kane about his experience of coaching in the academy system for the past twelve years.
Ross talks to us about his time as foundation phase lead coach at Luton FC and his approach to coaching. We discuss how academies approach player development, how sessions are structured and when a player might be played in a specific position. Ross also tells us about Street Football Tournaments and why he felt the need to set it up.
Street Football Tournaments - https://streetfootballtournaments.com
Ross O’Kane (Street Football Tournaments) – Twitter - @SFTLuton
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Episode 87,
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How to plan a season long Player Development Program, a conversation with Carl Wild,
lecturer, author and lead U9’s-U14’s coach at Chester FC
In this episode Carl returns to discuss the topic of player development and how we might approach supporting our players individual development over the long-term.
Carl shares his thoughts on what player development means to him and some of the key elements to player development. We discuss how this can be embedded over the course of the season and how a curriculum can be used to support player development. We also look at session planning, how practices could look and ways to differentiate squad practices to individual practices.
Carl also talks to us about his second book – Essential Practices for Player Development– and how coaches can use the book to enhance their coaching sessions and support their players.
Carl Wild – Twitter – @CarlWild75
The Book - Essential Practices for Player Development - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Essential-Practices-Player-Development-Ultimate/dp/178255243X
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Episode 85,
Brought to you in association with our friends at Soccer Coach Weekly (@SoccerCoachWeek)All things 9 aside, a conversation with James Brooks, FA level 2 and Brentford FC
Foundation/ YDP phase coach
In this episode we discuss all things 9 aside with James Brooks, FA level 2 and Brentford FC coach.
James reflects on what the team had in place to transition from 7 to 9 aside, how they managed player recruitment, playing time, formations and the overall philosophy. We also discuss how training evolved and top tips for coaches who are also going to be transitioning from 7 to 9 aside.
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Episode 85,
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Foundation Phase Player Development, a conversation with Pete Sturgess, FA National Lead Coach (5-11)
In this episode we talk with Peter Sturgess about all things coaching with a focus on the Foundation Phase
Pete talks to us about his own coaching journey and the time he spent in academy football and his role at the FA. We discuss what the foundation phase is and why it’s so important to long-term player development, the different formats of the game and why they are so influential to skill acquisition, multi-sport, how you can frame winning, and how to embrace and celebrate when our young players choose football! Like all our guests Pete also shares the one thing he would change in the world of coaching.
The Boot Room – Web Page - https://thebootroom.thefa.com/
FA Learning– Twitter – @EnglandLearning
Peter Sturgess – Twitter - @sturge_p
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Episode 84,
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Creating a Great Training Environment, a conversation with Jonny Martin from the Football Fun Factory
In this episode we talk with Jonny Martin, Co-Founder and Director @ the Football Fun Factory.
Jonny talks to us about his own coaching journey and time he spent in academy football, as well as the evolution of the Football Fun Factory (FFF) since its inception in 2019. We discuss how to create a great training environment that delivers on both fun and development for the players. Jonny also shares his thoughts on what he believes makes a super star coach and, like all our guests, the one thing he would change in the world of coaching.
Football Fun Factory – Web Page - https://thefootballfunfactory.co.uk/
Football Fun Factory – Twitter – @FballFunFactory
Jonny Martin – Twitter - @Jonny_FFF
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Episode 83,
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All things 7 aside, a conversation with Mark Edwards, FA level 2 coach,
U10’s coach/manager and Football Development Officer
In this episode we talk all things 7 aside with Mark Edwards who is currently coaching/managing a boys U10’s team. Mark is also one of the Football Development Officers at the teams grassroots club.
We discuss what was in place at 5 aside to help with the transition to 7 aside, the 7 aside formation chosen, squad size and recruitment, as well as training structure and playing principles. Mark also discusses some of the challenges of moving to 7 aside and shares his top tips for coaches who may be on a similar journey.
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Episode 82,
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Football Beyond Borders, existing to change the lives of young people,
a conversation with Jeremie Tchibo from FBB
In this episode we talk with Jeremie Tchibo about the work he and the team do to support young people at Football Beyond Borders.
We discuss how Football Beyond Borders works in partnership with schools and uses football as a way of engaging young people in key life skills. FBB works with young people from disadvantaged backgrounds who are disengaged at school, helping them finish school with the skills and grades to make a successful transition into adulthood. They do this by providing long-term, intensive support, built around relationships and young people’s passions, in the classroom and beyond.
Football Beyond Borders - https://www.footballbeyondborders.org/
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Episode 81,
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Helping Coaches Maximise Their Potential,
a conversation with Nick Levett, Head of Coaching at UK Coaching.
In this episode we talk with Nick Levett about his coaching philosophy, his coaching journey, and his current role as Head of Coaching at UK Coaching.
We discuss what coaching is, how coaches can maximise their own potential and some of the more common mistakes coaches can make when it comes to their personal development. We also discuss how coaching might evolve in the coming years.
UK Coaching - https://www.ukcoaching.org/
Nick Levett, Twitter - @nlevett
Nick Levett Blog – Rivers of Thinking - http://riversofthinking.com/author/nick-levett
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Episode 80,
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The Power of Personalised Coaching,
a conversation with Dion Von Moltke and Mike Semenza from Blayze.
In this episode we talk with Dion Von Moltke and Mike Semenza from Blayze. We discuss their background, their approach to coaching, their shared passion for personalised coaching and their work at Blayze
We look at how coaching transcends individual sports and disciplines, and even how racing car driving and soccer can have common coaching focuses and practices. We also discuss some of the challenges and benefits of virtual coaching for both the coach and the athlete and how coaching might evolve in the coming years.
Here is a link to the Blayze website - https://blayze.io/
Blayze, Twitter - @BlayzeCoaching
Dion Von Moltke, Twitter - @DionvmR
Mike Semenza, Twitter - @semenzasauce
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Episode 79,
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A Look At Football In The English Premier League During The Pandemic, a conversation with Sam Hudson, UEFA A, Aston Villa YDP Coach and Author.
In this episode we look at how the global pandemic impacted on the English Premier League with Sam Hudson, UEFA A coach and author of Football In A Pandemic.
Sam talks us through his coaching journey, philosophy and what he discovered from writing the book. We look at how teams adapted their tactics, managed the changes in rules and dealt with having no fans in the stadiums. We also discuss the psychological impact and what might be some of the lasting outcomes as a result of the panmdemic.
Here is a link to Sam’s book – Football In A Pandemic - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Football-Pandemic-Insight-Strategies-Utilised/dp/1785319914
Sam Hudson, Twitter - @Sammyh_93
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Episode 78,
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Principles of Play and Developing Skill, a conversation with Peter Prickett, football coach and author.
In this episode we discuss principles of play, developing skills, 3v3 and much more with football coach and author, Peter Prickett.
Peter talks us through his coaching journey, philosophy and his 3 books (Football Principles of Play, Developing Skill 1 and Developing Skill 2). Peter explains why he values the 3v3 format so highly in supporting skill development and how the format can be adapted to vary the focus and the potential outcomes.
Here is a link to Peters Books - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Footballs-Principles-Play-Peter-Prickett/dp/1914066014/ref=sr_1_1?crid=4QH1JKT8XGC2&keywords=peter+prickett&qid=1647809234&s=books&sprefix=peter+prickett%2Cstripbooks%2C73&sr=1-1
Peter Prickett, Twitter - @PeterPrickett (The Bearded Coach)
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Episode 77,
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Online Coach Education, a conversation with Gerard Jones, UEFA A, MSc Performance Coaching and founder of ULEARNBLY
In this episode we discuss online coach education, philosophies, communication and much more with Gerard Jones (@Gerard_Jones). Gerard is a UEFA A coach with a wealth of experience coaching as well as coach education, both in the UK and overseas.
Gerard talks us through his playing and coaching journey and shares what influenced and most significantly impacted his approach to coaching. Gerard explains about his new online coach education portal, ULEARNBLY. We discuss what’s included and how it can benefit coaches of all levels.
To find out more about ULEARNBLY please follow this link – https://ulearnbly.com/
Gerard Jones - @Gerard_Jones
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Episode 74,
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The Soccer Coach's Toolkit, a conversation with Rob Ellis (@rob_coach82), UEFA B, Teacher, Chelsea Foundation Phase Coach and Author
In this episode we discuss coaching influences, philosophies and The Soccer Coach’s Toolkit book with author and coach Rob Ellis.
Rob talks us through his playing and coaching journey and shares what influenced and most significantly impacted his approach to coaching. Rob also talks to us about his new book, what’s included and how it can benefit all coaches and players.
To find out more about the book or purchase a copy please follow this link –
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Soccer-Coachs-Toolkit-Activities-Challenge/dp/1782552170
Rob Ellis - @rob_coach82
Zara (Illustrator) - @ba_zara
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In this episode we discuss the benefits of adopting a constraints-led approach to player development with Ben Bartlett, Head of Academy Coaching at Fulham Football Club.
Ben talks to us about his coaching journey including time at Colchester FC, Chelsea FC, The FA and now Fulham FC. Ben also explains what a constraints-led approach to player development is, how coaches can adopt it and the benefits for the players.
We also discuss Ben’s new book, Constraining Football - a vision for player and coach development, and take a look at the chapters and how coaches can use the book to support their understanding and their players development.
To find out more about Ben and his book please see the links below;
Constraining Football – a vision for player and coach development - https://www.soccercoachweekly.net/product/constraining-football/
Ben Bartlett Twitter - @benbarts
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With Spond you can organise anything, so let's say you are trying to organise a football game. All you have to do is download the Spond app using the link in the description, set up the event using their easy-to-use event organiser, send the link to your teammates and then relax and wait for them to reply...easy!
Spond works across any device and even allows you to share files, create polls, schedules, manage events and attendance, make payments, send group AND private messages…it even syncs with your calendar.
Hit the link in the description below and join the one million other coaches, teams and awesome people using this popular free app to save hours organising all their event needs and engage members.
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In this episode we discuss the launch and first three seasons of the new Canadian Premier League with the leagues Director of Football, Oliver Gage.
Oliver talks to us about his journey, his role with the CPL and how CPL is hoping to support and grow player development in Canada. We discuss the leagues history, some of the challenges, its current situation and the hopes for the future.
To find out more about the Canadian Premier League of Oliver Gage please follow the links below;
The Canadian Premier League - https://canpl.ca/
Oliver Gage Twitter - @G4gey
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This episode was brought to you in association with our friends at Spond…
Spond takes all the hassle out of organising ANY group event, removing the hurdles so everyone can spend more time on what they love, like organising your fantasy football team…and it is 100 % free!
With Spond you can organise anything, so let's say you are trying to organise a football game. All you have to do is download the Spond app using the link in the description, set up the event using their easy-to-use event organiser, send the link to your teammates and then relax and wait for them to reply...easy!
Spond works across any device and even allows you to share files, create polls, schedules, manage events and attendance, make payments, send group AND private messages…it even syncs with your calendar.
Hit the link in the description below and join the one million other coaches, teams and awesome people using this popular free app to save hours organising all their event needs and engage members.
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In this episode we to talk to Sean Conlon and Eve McBrinn from We Make Footballers (@wmfootballers) about starting and running a successful football coaching franchise business.
Sean and Eve talk about the company model, its history and how its grown since its beginnings back in 2008. We discuss the philosophy and how the business now support’s the development of over 5,000 young players across 23 franchises.
To find out more about We Make Footballers please use of the following links;
Parents/Players - https://www.wemakefootballers.com/
Franchisees - https://franchisewmf.com/
Thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy the episode!
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This episode was brought to you in association with our friends at Spond…
Spond takes all the hassle out of organising ANY group event, removing the hurdles so everyone can spend more time on what they love, like organising your fantasy football team…and it is 100 % free!
With Spond you can organise anything, so let's say you are trying to organise a football game. All you have to do is download the Spond app using the link in the description, set up the event using their easy-to-use event organiser, send the link to your teammates and then relax and wait for them to reply...easy!
Spond works across any device and even allows you to share files, create polls, schedules, manage events and attendance, make payments, send group AND private messages…it even syncs with your calendar.
Hit the link in the description below and join the one million other coaches, teams and awesome people using this popular free app to save hours organising all their event needs and engage members.
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In this episode we discuss the impact of having fun and effective soccer interactions at home before players start playing organised matches and training, with the awesome Tom Byer (@tomsan106).
Tom's talks about his own playing and coaching journey and how his passion for supporting soccer development at the entry level begun and developed.
Tom's book and further information can be found here - https://www.soccerstartsathomebook.co
To find out more about the wonderful work Tom is doing you can reach him on twitter @tomsan106
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This episode was brought to you in association with our friends at Spond…
Spond takes all the hassle out of organising ANY group event, removing the hurdles so everyone can spend more time on what they love, like organising your fantasy football team…and it is 100 % free!
With Spond you can organise anything, so let's say you are trying to organise a football game. All you have to do is download the Spond app using the link in the description, set up the event using their easy-to-use event organiser, send the link to your teammates and then relax and wait for them to reply...easy!
Spond works across any device and even allows you to share files, create polls, schedules, manage events and attendance, make payments, send group AND private messages…it even syncs with your calendar.
Hit the link in the description below and join the one million other coaches, teams and awesome people using this popular free app to save hours organising all their event needs and engage members.
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In this episode we discuss effective online resources for clubs, coaches and players with Stewart and Ross from Football DNA (@footballdna_)
Stewart and Ross talk about their background and different roles in football. They explain how online resources can support player development and how they see these developing over the next 5 years.
To find out more about the resources available at Football DNA visit their website www.footballdna.co.uk
Thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy the episode!
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This episode was brought to you in association with our friends at Spond…
Spond takes all the hassle out of organising ANY group event, removing the hurdles so everyone can spend more time on what they love, like organising your fantasy football team…and it is 100 % free!
With Spond you can organise anything, so let's say you are trying to organise a football game. All you have to do is download the Spond app using the link in the description, set up the event using their easy-to-use event organiser, send the link to your teammates and then relax and wait for them to reply...easy!
Spond works across any device and even allows you to share files, create polls, schedules, manage events and attendance, make payments, send group AND private messages…it even syncs with your calendar.
Hit the link in the description below and join the one million other coaches, teams and awesome people using this popular free app to save hours organising all their event needs and engage members.
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In this episode we discuss the importance of engagement, play and enjoyment when coaching…as well as being an effective facilitator, with the awesome Todd Beane.
Todd is the founder of the TOVO Institute (https://www.tovoinstitute.com/) and has extensive experience in all ages and stages of the game. Todd shares his thoughts and ideas on effective coaching and gives us an insight in to the philosophy at TOVO for both players and coaches.
Todd also talks about his new book (Clear Coaching) and its intention to be a practical and powerful talent activation handbook - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Clear-Coaching-Harness-Clarity-Development/dp/B08PJKJ9BS
To find out more about the wonderful work Todd and the team at TOVO are doing you can reach him here;
Twitter: @_ToddBeane
Facebook: @TOVOAcademy
Instagram: @tovoacademy
Linkedin: @TOVO Institute
Thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy the episode!
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This episode was brought to you in association with our friends at Spond…
Spond takes all the hassle out of organising ANY group event, removing the hurdles so everyone can spend more time on what they love, like organising your fantasy football team…and it is 100 % free!
With Spond you can organise anything, so let's say you are trying to organise a football game. All you have to do is download the Spond app using the link in the description, set up the event using their easy-to-use event organiser, send the link to your teammates and then relax and wait for them to reply...easy!
Spond works across any device and even allows you to share files, create polls, schedules, manage events and attendance, make payments, send group AND private messages…it even syncs with your calendar.
Hit the link in the description below and join the one million other coaches, teams and awesome people using this popular free app to save hours organising all their event needs and engage members.
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In this episode we discuss how competition impacts on youth coaching and player development. Lee Christou (@LeeChristou), who has researched the topic and is an experienced UEFA B coach and primary school PE teacher, shares his thoughts ideas and experiences.
Lee talks about how competition can be used effectively to support player development, as well as the dangers when the competition becomes the primary focus for the coach.
Thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy the episode!
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E - thesoccercoachingpodcast@gmail.com
This episode was brought to you in association with our friends at Spond…
Spond takes all the hassle out of organising ANY group event, removing the hurdles so everyone can spend more time on what they love, like organising your fantasy football team…and it is 100 % free!
With Spond you can organise anything, so let's say you are trying to organise a football game. All you have to do is download the Spond app using the link in the description, set up the event using their easy-to-use event organiser, send the link to your teammates and then relax and wait for them to reply...easy!
Spond works across any device and even allows you to share files, create polls, schedules, manage events and attendance, make payments, send group AND private messages…it even syncs with your calendar.
Hit the link in the description below and join the one million other coaches, teams and awesome people using this popular free app to save hours organising all their event needs and engage members.
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In this episode we discuss how coaches can best support and develop young grassroot players. Paul Barry, who has extensive coaching experience at the foundation and youth development phase, shares his thoughts ideas and experiences.
Paul talks about the characteristics of grassroots players, what makes a good coach, the power of empathy and his G.O.A.L philosophy. Paul also gives us an insight into coaching workshops designed specifically to support grassroots clubs.
To find out more about these workshops and the wonderful work Paul is doing you can reach him on twitter @PBazza07 or by email at paul.barry07@hotmail.com.
Thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy the episode!
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This episode was brought to you in association with our friends at Spond…
Spond takes all the hassle out of organising ANY group event, removing the hurdles so everyone can spend more time on what they love, like organising your fantasy football team…and it is 100 % free!
With Spond you can organise anything, so let's say you are trying to organise a football game. All you have to do is download the Spond app using the link in the description, set up the event using their easy-to-use event organiser, send the link to your teammates and then relax and wait for them to reply...easy!
Spond works across any device and even allows you to share files, create polls, schedules, manage events and attendance, make payments, send group AND private messages…it even syncs with your calendar.
Hit the link in the description below and join the one million other coaches, teams and awesome people using this popular free app to save hours organising all their event needs and engage members.
https://spond.com/welcome
Coaching Positional Soccer, a conversation with Michael Curless, PH.D, USSF A Coach and author of Coaching Positional Soccer: Perfecting Principles and Skills
In this episode we talk with Michael Curless (@michael_curless) about his playing and coaching background and his new book - Coaching Positional Soccer: Perfecting Principles and Skills.
Michael explains about the importance of practice design, the eleven coaching elements, playing principles and coaching points. We also discuss the importance of coaching interventions and how coaching may change in the coming years.
You can find more information about Michael's book here - www.coachingpositionalsoccer.com
Thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy this episode!
Twitter - @SoccerCoachCast
Email - thesoccercoachingpodcast@gmail.com
In this episode I talk with Paul Robinson (@TheHalfTurn) UEFA B, FA Youth Award and author. Paul talks about delivering sessions based on the FA Youth Award, his top tips for an effective session and how his new book The Soccer Sessions Book, combines the principles of session delivery from Youth Award with his own coaching practices.
Here is the Amazon link to the book: The Soccer Sessions Book
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Soccer-Sessions-Book-Prepared-Practice/dp/1782552197/ref=sr_1_1?crid=33WN61U5SOH11&dchild=1&keywords=the+soccer+sessions+book&qid=1626635916&sprefix=the+soccer+sess%2Caps%2C151&sr=8-1
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In this episode we look at the importance of psychology and mental well-being in relation to youth sports development with Brandon Shintani, founder of Mind-Design Sports (www.mind-designsports.org).
Brandon talks to us about what psychology is, its impact and explains some of the techniques that can help players and coaches.
We hope you enjoy this episode and thank you for listening.
T - @SoccerCoachCast
E - thesoccercoachingpodcast@gmail.com
In this episode Laurie McGinley (@LaurieMcGinley1) speaks about the importance of investing time in yourself as a coach. Laurie shares his own experiences and explains how he uses goals to help him develop. Laurie also tells us about his coaching philosophy, his work with the Curve Mindset podcast and the one (two! 😉) things he would change about the world of coaching.
Thank you for listening and I hope you enjoy this episode.
T - @SoccerCoachCast
E – thesoccercoachingpodcast@gmail.com
In this episode we discuss the difference in coaching grassroots and academy football with the superb Danny Fowler (@DFcoaching), founder of DF Next Level Coaching.
Danny shares his experiences of coaching grassroots football, coaching at an academy and running his own coaching business. We look at training and how grassroots coaches could adopt a curriculum, thinking longer term when it comes to developing players and teams, and also about approaching matches.
Thanks for listening and we hope you enjoy this episode.
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E - thesoccercoachingpodcast@gmail.com
In this episode we discuss a new concept, Scoreboard Soccer with the wonderful David Baird (@CoachDavidBaird). David explains how Scoreboard Soccer can be used as an evolution to SSG's and as part of a general Games Based approach to training.
David describes some of the Scoreboard Soccer games hes used, the benefits and how they can work for individual player and team development.
Thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy this episode.
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E - thesoccercoachingpodcast@gmail.com
In this episode we chat to the awesome Paul Barry (PBazza07) about the concept of storytelling in coaching. We discuss how stories can be used as interventions to support individual player and team development.
Paul is UEFA A licenced , FA Advanced Youth Award coach and a Foundation Phase Specialist who was previously a guest on episode #21 where we looked at an U10 training session.
Paul's new book, Keep the tap on can be found here.
Thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy this episode.
T - @SoccerCoachCast
E - thesoccercoachingpodcast@gmail.com
In this episode I talk to George about his journey, coaching, session design, match day considerations, a winning mentality and much more.
George is the creator of My Coaching Journey and shares his superb resources via his website (www.mycoachingjourney.co.uk), twitter (@MyCoachingJour1) and YouTube (My Coaching Journey).
Thanks for listening and we hope you enjoy this episode.
T - @SoccerCoachCast
E - thesoccercoachingpodcast@gmail.com
Episode 59 - Coaching U12's, a conversation with the awesome Michael Thomas, U12 Everton RTC coach and creator of the e-book Foundation Phase Sessions
In this episode we talk to the awesome Michael Thomas (@MickThomo) about coaching U12's. We discuss Michael's coaching background and philosophy and then look at some of the specific aspects to consider and focus on when coaching this age group.
Michael has over 15 years of experience working in football and education, coaching players from grassroots to academy level. As a coach, Michael has worked across the globe representing premier league clubs coaching a variety of age groups within both the male and female pathways.
As a coach mentor with the English FA, Michael has supported grassroots coaches at all levels from youth to senior. Currently he combines a number of job roles including working as a YDP coach at a category 3 academy, FP coach at a WSL RTC and his full-time role working as a Sports Lecturer at a FE college in the North West.
Michael also discusses his superb e-book Foundation Phase Sessions which includes foundation phase practices and SSG's. https://payhip.com/michaelthomas
Thanks for listening and we hope you enjoy this episode!
T - @SoccerCoachCast
E – thesoccercoachingpodcast@gmail.com
In this episode we talk to the superb Charlie Bill (CBillCoach), women`s first team manager at MK Dons F.C. We discuss Charlies coaching philosophy and look at how he focuses on the team culture to create positive individual and collective performances.
We discuss what is Culture and how it can be influenced as well as what Charlie means by Positive Performance and how the team have match objectives that enable them to stay focused on the process regardless of results.
Thanks for listening and we hope you enjoy this episode!
T - @SoccerCoachCast
E – thesoccercoachingpodcast@gmail.com
In this episode we discuss creating a player-centred approach with the wonderful James Honeyman (@jameshoneyman10).
James shares his coaching journey where he is currently the Women`s Academy Manager at Arsenal FC and discusses his views on adopting a player-centred approach to your coaching. We look at the benefits and challenges of taking such an approach for both coaches and players, as well as the importance of reflection.
We hope you enjoy this episode and thank you for listening!
Twitter - @SoccerCoachCast
Email – thesoccercoachingpodcast@gmail.com
In this episode I talk to Grant Knight (@grantknight16) from King Knight Methodology (@KingKnightEd) about their new book Alchemy Coaching, turning training into gold.
We discuss Grants coaching philosophy, principles and core values before taking a look at rondos and positional play.
https://www.kingknightcoacheducation.com/
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Alchemy-Coaching-Turning-training-Positional/dp/057823906X
Thank you for listening and I hope you enjoy this episode
Twitter - @SoccerCoachCast
Email - thesoccercoachingpodcast@gmail.com
In this episode I ask the question...who are you doing it for, really?
I discuss some of the positive things I've seen over the past seven years of coaching, as well as the negative and ask why is this happening?
I look at the groups that impact on the whole training and playing environment and ask what type of coach are you?
Is your coaching epicentre positioned in one the three Me-ego or one of the three We-ego positions and how are you impacting positively on the coaching environment both within your own team and the sport more broadly?
Thanks for taking the time to listen and please do share your thoughts and experiences.
Twitter - @SoccerCoachCast
Email - thesoccercoachingpodcast@gmail.com
In this episode we discuss the wonderful work John has done and continues to do in shinning a spotlight on the important role coaches and parents play in the youth development journey of young players.
We talk about the brilliant Changing the Game Project (@CTGProjectHQ / www.changingthegameproject.com) the awesome Way of Champions podcast and both of Johns Books (Changing the Game and Every Moment Matters). We also discuss Johns own approach to coaching and his 2014 TED talk (https://youtu.be/VXw0XGOVQvw).
Thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy this episode!
Twitter - @SoccerCoachCast
Email - thesoccercoachingpodcast@gmail.com
Rough and Tumble Play, a conversation with the awesome Carl Wild (@CarlWild75), Man City Foundation Phase Lead Coach
In the episode Carl talks about the importance of embedding Rough and Tumble play in training and gives us the highlights of the presentation he delivered as part of a St Marys university CPD webinar. Carl tells us how to go about embedding it and some of the many positive outcomes. We also discuss some of the differences between coaching boys and girls, having a game based approach, being player centred and the importance of long-term development.
St Marys CPD Presentation - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xnGRpnJAN6Q
Thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy this episode!
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T - @SoccerCoachCast
In this episode Sam Holmshaw (@SamHolmshaw_MSc) from The Sports Coaching Podcast (@The_SC_Podcast) discusses Game Models, Tactical PeriodiZation, Play v`s Practice and much more. Sam shares his own coaching journey and philosophy, and explains how the Ajax model and Portuguese methodology has influenced his practice.
Thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy this episode!
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T - @SoccerCoachCast
In this episode we take a look at how you can use language and different props to get across coaching points and mix things up, with the awesome Billy Ready (@BillyR_Coach).
Billy is a foundation phase coach at Wycombe Wanderers FC SET and also coaches an open age adult team. Billy shares one of his favourite coaching games, talks about his experiences and we discuss the benefits of having a hobby outside of football, in Billy’s case hosting his own podcast Not Another Podcast.
Thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy this episode!
E - thesoccercoachingpodcast@gmail.com
T - @SoccerCoachCast
In this episode we take a look at coaching and supporting women and girls sports development with the awesome Shay Haddow (@shayhaddow). Shay is an experienced coach and speaker on confidence and mind-set. Having worked with hundreds of youth female athletes and college teams from across the country, Shay has empowered girls from all walks of life to strengthen self-belief to play and live confidently.
Alpha Girls Soccer Academy – www.alphagirlconfidence.com
The Alpha Girl Confidence Podacst
She The Confident – Book
Thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy this episode!
E - thesoccercoachingpodcast@gmail.com
T - @SoccerCoachCast
In this episode we take a look at coach development, learning and mentoring with Dr Thomas Leeder (@TomLeeder).
Tom talks about what coach education is, the different types of learning and how we can support our own education, including the role of mentoring.
Thanks for taking the time to listen and we hope you enjoy this episode.
T - @SoccerCoachCast
E – thesoccercoachingpodcast@gmail.com
In this episode we take a look at coaching at the pre-academy phase with the superb Chris Hughes (@_chrishughes_). We discuss what makes for a good pre-academy coaching session, some of the challenges and Chris`s books, The complete series to coaching 4-6 year olds.
Thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy this episode.
T - @SoccerCoachCast
E – thesoccercoachingpodcast@gmail.com
In this episode we talk to the awesome Lewis Bloom, Elite Development Academy Manager at Wycombe Wanderers F.C. We discuss the progress made and lessons learned since we last spoke, how they have managed through the pandemic, plans for the coming season and loads more!
Thanks for listening and we hope you enjoy this episode!
T - @SoccerCoachCast
W – www.thesoccercoachingpodcast.com
E – thesoccercoachingpodcast@gmail.com
In this episode we take a look at Core Values & Philosophy, Game Model, Training & Matches and the importance of having them all aligned. Scott discusses the work he’s done on putting this together and the benefits and challenges of going through the process.
We hope you enjoy this episode!
T - @SoccerCoachCast
W – www.thesoccercoachingpodcast.com
E – info@thesoccercoachingpodcast.com
In this episode Scott discusses ideas for delivering coaching sessions that comply with the social distancing requirements with the awesome Aaron Tyler (@7pro_soccer). We look at what coaches should be considering when planning their sessions and discuss some of the ways sessions can still be fun, engaging and realistic even without contact. We also discuss Aarons coaching philosophy and views on effective player development.
We hope you enjoy this episode!
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W – www.thesoccercoachingpodcast.com
E – info@thesoccercoachingpodcast.com
In this episode Scott discusses Learning Environments and Games Based Coaching with the superb Jack Rolfe (@JPR_25), founder of The Coaching Lab (@The_CoachingLab).
We look at why coaching environments are so important and how they can be influenced. We also discuss how games based coaching can be used to increase the effectiveness of a session.
Jack is the founder of The Coaching Lab and believes “Coaching should be an adventure which is shared, explored and experimented with others.” You can find the resources from The Coaching Lab at www.thecoachinglab.org
We hope you enjoy this episode!
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W – www.thesoccercoachingpodcast.com
E – info@thesoccercoachingpodcast.com
In this episode Scott talks with Jack Norbury and James Stokes from the Edge of Play @EdgeOfPlay. We discuss what it’s like coaching adults in the open age phase and some of the challenges, as well as the great work they are doing with the Edge of Play website https://www.edgeofplay.com/about. The website is an online coaching resource, providing football coaches with hundreds of football coaching videos from the grassroots and professional game.
Thanks for listening and we hope you enjoy this episode!
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E – info@thesoccercoachingpodcast.com
In this episode Mark talks to Dave Francis from the foundationagecoaching.com about his coaching experiences. Covering some of the differences between coaching the different genders as well as across the age groups in the foundation phase.
Dave can be reached via his twitter account @FAgeCoaching
We hope you enjoy this episode!
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W – www.thesoccercoachingpodcast.com
E – info@thesoccercoachingpodcast.com
In this episode Scott discusses the concept of Game Models with the awesome Paddy King (KingKnightEd). We look at what a game model is, how you could start to plan yours and their relevance in the foundation and youth development phases.
We also look at the relationship between game models and positional play, and chat a bit about rondos and constraints based learning.
Paddy is the author of A Game Model and Accompanying Session Plans which is a superb book that practically covers the topic of game models.
Paddy can be reached via his twitter account @KingKnightEd.
We hope you enjoy this episode!
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W – www.thesoccercoachingpodcast.com
E – info@thesoccercoachingpodcast.com
In this episode we look back on the first three weeks of lockdown and how we’ve been maintaining interaction with the players.
We then have a discussion about transitioning from 5 to 7 aside and look at what should be considered as well as formations.
Keep safe and well!
We hope you enjoy this episode!
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Episode 34 - Would these initiatives improve player development at foundation phase grassroots football?
In this episode we discuss some initiatives that could help improve the development opportunities at foundation phase grassroots matches. We look at, format, goalkeeping, the retreat rule as well as parent and coach education.
Please let us know your views and we hope you enjoy this episode.
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In this episode we discuss goalkeepers and how we can support their development and inclusion with outfield players when coaching, with the wonderful Adie Creamer (@gkaade).
Adie shares his goalkeeping journey and coaching experience and answers our questions on this key role in any team.
Thanks for listening and we hope you enjoy this episode.
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E – info@thesoccercoachingpodcast.com
In this episode we discuss the role of being a parent coach with the wonderful Richard Shorter from Non-perfect Dad. Richard describes some of the challenges and gives some top tips on how to navigate this tricky role.
You can find out more about Richard and the great work he’s doing via his twitter account @nonperfectdad or his website www.non-perfectdad.co.uk
Thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy the episode.
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In this episode we discuss how to deliver an effective session for all players with the awesome Ciara Allan - Regional Coach Mentor Officer (South West & London) @Ciara Allan6.
This includes…
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Getting to know your players – registration forms, the hidden details, match attack cards, google forms, player profiling, 360 feedback, Mid season check ins, parents
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How to then use this information – periodisation (Macro, meso, micro), individual action plans, challenge cards, player ownership
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Planning sessions – what do you want and how will you get there
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Delivery – reflecting in action, prompt material – whiteboards, prompts cards, assistant coaches, the players
Thanks for listening and we hope you enjoy this episode!
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In this episode we discuss an U8 training session. We look at where the session fits into the season, the practices delivered, how they could have been adjusted or improved and even have some player feedback!
Thanks for listening and we hope you enjoy the episode!
Twitter - @SoccerCoachCast
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In this episode we discuss the important role mentoring can play in coach development with the wonderful Robbie Blood (@robbie_blood). We look at what mentoring is and isn’t and the benefits of both being a mentor and a mentee. Robbie shares his thoughts and experiences as a coach and FA Coach Mentor.
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In this episode we discuss the role that parents play and the importance of working effectively with parents if you want to create a positive training and match day environment.
We reflect on our own parenting as well as our experiences with parents and then look at some of the initiatives that could help to ensure coaches and parents are working together to best support the players.
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In this episode we discuss how Tristan went from analysing football into coaching and how this helped with having a deeper understanding of the game. We also look at how we can use this understanding to help focus our coaching at the foundation phase.
A massive thank you to the superb Tristan (@flyingwingback) for kindly giving up his time and we hope you enjoy this episode.
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In this episode we discuss rotation and its importance at the foundation and youth development phases. We discuss how teams can rotate players and the benefits of doing so, as well as why not all coaches seem to value player rotation.
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In this episode we discuss taking a game based approach for our coaching sessions. We look at the benefits and challenges of having this approach and also discuss how we use constraints to help focus the practices around key themes.
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In this episode we discuss the hurdles that can come in to play when coaching at the foundation and youth development phases. We highlight the four that we believe have the greatest consequences and look at the symptoms of each and how these can playout in practice.
The hope is that by shining a light on these four hurdles it might help us recognise our own challenges and/or help us better identify and support others.
Please let us know what you think about our choices or if you feel there are others that should also be included?
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In this episode we are delighted to be joined by the wonderful Luis Melville who shares his background in the game of Futsal and helps us get a better understanding of the rules and benefits of this awesome game. We take a look at the game in more detail and discuss its appeal as a sport in its own right and how it can also be used to support the development of grassroots football players.
We hope you get as much out of this episode as we did!
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The book Luis mentions is – Futsal – training, technique and tactics by Peter Sturgess
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In this episode we review an Arsenal U10 training session and talk to the awesome coach Paul Barry who delivered it. Paul is lead coach for the U10's at Arsenal and was kind enough to allow us to observe one of his fantastic sessions and then gave up his time to share his coaching journey and talk us through the session. We hope you enjoy the episode!
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In this episode we talk with the wonderful Phil Beadle about how to manage behaviour and how to create a positive learning environment. Phil explains about the different types of anger and some of the strategies to manage situations when they happen and how to try to prevent them from occurring in the first place.
You can also read our blog on the topic http://thesoccercoachingpodcast.com/podcasts-blog/
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In this episode we chat to the wonderful Jamie Tompkins from Bretford FC and talk about his background and experiences. Jamie shares his thoughts on coaching and working with players in the foundation and youth development phases, as well his role as first team manager at Ascot FC.
We hope you enjoy the episode and please do let us know by leaving a review.
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In this episode we discuss our experiences of coaching players 5 aside football at the foundation phase.
We share our thoughts on formations, rotation, the goalkeepers role and possible constraints.
Please do let us know if you have other thoughts on this format or if you've had success trying a different approach.
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In this episode we are joined by the wonderful and knowledgeable Kevin Green who is a UEFA A license coach who has been involved in coaching for over 20 years. Kevin currently works as an FA Regional Coach Mentor for Middlesex FA.
Kevin shares his thoughts on the important considerations for coaches when it comes to practice design.
We are extremely grateful to Kevin for giving up his time and hope you enjoy the episode!
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In this episode we chat with the wonderful Michael Hamilton (@mikehamilton_14) from AFC Wimbledon (@afcwimbledon) and discuss their approach to coaching at the Foundation and Youth Development phases.
Michael shares with us his thoughts on working with coaches, the AFC Wimbledon philosophy and the importance of player ownership and working outside the session for both players and coaches...as well as lots more!
It was a privilege to spend time with Michael and to get an insight into the wonderful work hes doing with all the academy team to support their players development.
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In this episode we discuss the importance of ball mastery and technical work with the wonderful Saul Isaksson-Hurst from the My Personal Football Coach (www.mypersonalfootballcoach.com).
The conversation includes thoughts on homework, SSG's, layering sessions, linking physical literacy with ball manipulation practice, making technical work fun and lots more! We also try and clarify our thoughts on if you should prioritise 1v1 or passing and why we prefer a dual approach.
Thank you to Saul for giving up his time and his superb contribution to this important topic!
We hope you enjoy the episode and if so please give us some feedback and share.
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In this episode we are delighted to be joined by the wonderful Stuart Armstrong. Stu discusses his podcast (www.thetalentequation.co.uk/podcast) and tells us why he started it and what he's learned on the journey so far. As huge fans of the podcast ourselves we were delighted to have Stu on. It was great to get to know more about him, get an insight into his coaching principles and find out about his hopes for encouraging all us coaches to always be thinking "is there a better way?".
The audio is a bit wobbly in parts so please bear with it.
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In this episode we welcome Lewis Bloom from Wycombe Wanderers FC to discuss coach CPD, what makes a great session and player reviews. Lewis explains his role in supporting the Wycombe Elite Development Academy (EDA) and shares his thoughts on a number of topics relating to coaching at this level.
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In this episode we talk with James about making the transition from playing to coaching and some of the challenges in changing your mindset from being result focused to being development focused and how these impact on your coaching principles.
In this episode we discuss the different types of interventions, how they impact on a session and the difference between using them in training and matches. We also discuss the idea of counter coaching as well as the benefits of a 2-2 formation at 5 aside, England FA DNA and collaborative training games.
In this episode we chat with the super knowledgeable and wonderfully accommodating Kieran Smith about his time in Spain and his passion for Spanish football. We discuss how this influenced his coaching methodology and take a closer look as how to use rondos and the importance of Positional Play. Kieran also explains how he uses layering, the difference between difficulty and complexity and the importance of having an end goal as a coach. I hope you enjoy the episode and thanks so much to Kieran for giving us his time!!
In this episode we discuss a question sent in from Santi (who is coaching in the Philippines) around the difference between ball rolling time (BRT) and Active Learning Time (ALT). We then discuss the idea of Collaborative Training Matches (CTM`s) as a tool for supporting training and providing a bridge between training and matches.
So why is it not about winning v’s development….?
Football (soccer) is a sport.
And sport is by definition: “an activity involving physical exertion and skill in which an individual or team competes against another or others for entertainment.”
Compete: “strive to win something by defeating or establishing superiority over others.”
This means that wining (and losing) are intrinsically built into sport and therefore are built in to football (soccer)…you can’t remove it or chose whether or not to have it! It’s not and it can’t be NON-COMPETITIVE! It’s a sport!
It can be child/player centred competition!
If we can accept that ‘winingis part of the game, then we can stop the debate on ifwining` (especially at the foundation and developmental phase) is a good or bad thing. It’s neither, its simply part of the sport, just like the ball or the goals!
So if it’s not a question of winning v’s development, what is the real question...
All sports need a way to measure the success of the game, so in turn will conclude with a Result.
Therefore the real question for us to ask ourselves is ***how important is theresultover player/team development***. This is because, often making choices that better enhance our chances of improving the result of the game will impact on developmental (and learning) opportunities of the players. This is because the two can often be mutually exclusive.
Result v Development
This means there are essentially two approaches we could choose to adopt when coaching players. One is Results focused or Short-term’ and the other isDevelopment focusedorLong-term’.
What’s the difference between the two approaches;
RESULTS FOCUSED (short term)
· The result of the match is the priority
· Training is focused on how to achieve the best result
· Players only/often play in their strongest position and are played to their strengths
· The team plays rigid formations with limited decision making
· The coach gives the players lots of instructions during the game – Don’t, Do, Must, Never, Always
· Players are not encouraged to try things and mistakes are criticised
· Coach leads all team talks and tells the players what they must and must not do
· The Result is the measure of success
· Players are selected first on their physical strengths
· Players are told what they must do and how to do it
DEVELOPMENT FOCUSED (long term)
· The players learning is the priority
· Matches are there to support the training
· Players rotate and play all positions (when the game allows)
· The team plays formations that challenge the players to make more decisions
· The coach provides guidance and asks the players questions at appropriate times during the game
· Creativity and independent decision making is encouraged even if mistakes are made
· Coach encourages the players to lead team talks and share ideas about how they are playing and possible changes
· The players progress (individually and collectively) is the measure of success
· Playe
Episode 3 – What is the coaching environment… and how important is it?
· What do we mean by the environment?
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Not the weather or physical conditions.
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It is the combination of Culture, Philosophy, Values, Expectations and Habits.
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Its the intangibles (and tangibles) that impact on the practical and physical aspects of the session.
· Is it important to consider these elements and if so why?
- YES!!! – The environment is the engine that drives behaviour and behaviour drives development/performance and in turn development/performance drives outcomes!
Understanding your environment allows you to…
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Clear idea of what the team/club is about.
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Clear idea of what the ambitions of the team/club are.
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Clear idea of how the team/club will try and meet these ambitions.
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Provides a clear message to players, parents, coaches and everyone involved or impacted (including the opposition).
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Help provide consistency.
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Help to maximise the effectiveness of the sessions. The more you get the environment right the more you amplify the positives in the session.
· What makes up the environment?
- It is a combination of Culture, Philosophy, Values (expectations) and habits.
· What does each element actually mean and how does it impact on coaching?
- Culture – This is the ideas, beliefs, behaviours, attitudes and actions that combined together provide a tangible illustration of the group! – What does your culture look like? How would someone outside your team/club describe your culture? Is your culture giving you the best opportunity to be successful?
For us….
Player centred, long term development, focusing on the player and the person and working equally on the character of the person as well as the technical and physical abilities of the player. Its outlined by our philosophy as a club and a team and is underpinned by our values in the hope we create the best habits.
- Philosophy – This is the defined belief or attitude that SHOULD act as the guiding principle for the behaviour. Essentially its about setting your stall out as to what your overarching approach to what your trying to achieve will be. It should marry-up with your culture and be underpinned by your values.
For us…
Serious Fun - play with purpose, non-instructional and more to facilitate and question
Maximum touches of the ball
Rotation
Decision Making/Problem solving
Dominate 1v1 (with and without the ball)
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Values (expectations) – These are the things that you feel are the most important principles or standards of behaviour. More specific than the philosophy. These will underpin and support your philosophy and do the most to drive behaviour and good habits.
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Habits – These are routine behaviours that are regularly repeated and tend to occur subconsciously. They can be heavily affected by routine and environment.
We are what you repeatedly do - Aristotle
For us…
Its about trying to create an environment where the culture, philosophy and values provide the best possible opportunity to create positive habits.
Environment (culture, philosophy, values)
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In our last episode we spoke about the key ingredients that can make for a fun and effective coaching session. We came up with 10 elements that we felt should be considered and tried to explain why we believed they were important. If you haven’t already done so please do listen to episode one and let us know what you think.
As equally important as what goes into the training, is what goes into the match days. So for this episode Mark and I are delighted to have the super talented and experienced Mr Chris Fraser joining us to share his thoughts on this key topic! Chris has been preparing players and teams for match days for over 10 years and we know he feels passionately about the rights and wrong ways of going about it. I’ve had the privilege of seeing Chris coach and manage teams on numerous occasions and am always blown-away by his technical understanding and the manner and style in which he communicates and delivers this with players, parents, coaches and all those he’s impacting.
I also know that Chris is in his element on the training pitch or in a muddy field surrounded by players… so sat here with a mic in his face and a list of questions from Mark and I is very much out of his comfort zone….so we are extremely grateful he’s willing to do this for us and we know its because of how passionate you are about football, coaching and this topic especially!
Q) How important do you see matches and how should they fit alongside the training plan?
Q) What preparation and considerations should there be before match day?
- Squad selection for the season. Too many subs?
Q) What about match day itself, how would this look and what’s the objective?
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warm ups being as important as the matches
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Using cones to show formation (micro pitch)
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ball Mastery importance in a warm up
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competitive 1v1’s key in warm ups
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game related SSG in your warm up over a rondo
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team challenges
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individual challenges
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coaching with the players on sidelines
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appropriate language and code words for your players
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discipline of your players
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performance over results
Q) How important are formations?
Q) What about immediate after the match?
Q) What role do parents have to play in match days and how can we as coaches influence and support their involvement?
- Honesty with parents and players preseason regarding a match day philosophy
In this episode we discuss the ingredients that help make for a fun and effective soccer coaching training session. We explore the ten things to consider for your sessions that may help maximise the learning and development potential of the session, and ensure your players are challenged, enjoy and get the most out of the training.
1) PLANNING – Session plans / Structure / Challenges / STEP / Progression / The Unexpected
2) A CLEAR THEME - Coaching points / Curriculum / The Why / LTDP
3) FREE-PLAY – SSG’s / Ownership / Warm-up / Coach Observation
4) TECHNICAL WORK – Having strong fundamental skills / Opposed v’s Unopposed
5) PHYSICAL LITERACY – ABC’s / Embed or Separate
6) GAME BASED PRACTICES – SSG’s / Whole-Part-Whole / Constraints / Challenges
7) BALL ROLLING TIME – Why / How much (80%?) / How
8) DECISION MAKING – Problems (not solutions) / Guided Discovery / Trial & Error
9) THE ENVIRONMENT – Culture / Philosophy / Values / Communication / Habits
10) REFLECT & REVIEW – Feedback / WWW / EBI / Repeat?
Here we have just discussed the ingredients, but in future episodes we will look closely at each element and discuss in more detail its importance and how it can form part of a soccer coaching session. If you have any thoughts or feedback on this topic, or if you have any ideas for future topics that you would like us to cover we would love to hear from you, info@thesoccercoachingpodcast.com or @SoccerCoachCast.
Thanks for listening!