Player Development Project Podcast - Learning Tools for Soccer Coaching

Coach Development with Sean Douglas

In this Masterclass Discussion, PDP Editor, Dave Wright hosts Sean Douglas for an in depth conversation on coach development.Sean is the National Coach Education Manager at Football Federation Australia and has vast experience as a Technical Director, Coach and Coach developer.In this discussion, Sean and Dave discuss formal coach education courses, advice for coaches who are on a coach education pathway and what to expect, the importance of self reflection and the Australian football landscape.If you're considering a coaching course or want insights into how it works, this is a great discussion to get a better understanding of the process and how you can develop as a coach.

Should my club trial players?

This week the question comes from our PDP Members Slack channel:“Should my club run trials for players?”

Building Connections: An Interview with David & Keith Mayer

In our latest Masterclass Webinar we sit down to discuss the coach/athlete relationship with Keith and David Mayer, authors of Gold Dust: How to Become a More Effective Coach, Quickly.The focus of the conversation is how we build connections with young players, using empathy, understanding, patience and communication. Keith is has over 40 years coaching experience at a number of professional clubs and has worked as an FA Tutor. David is currently completing his UEFA A license and has experience in the USA and Africa. This wide ranging conversation discusses how coaches can build quality relationships with players and shares insights into the book, giving practical advice for you to implement in your environment.

Q&A: Would you ever use isolated technique with your players?

The question this week comes from Percy via Facebook:"Would you ever use isolated technique training?"Exclusive offer for Podcast listeners: 30 Days Free Active Membership. Visit www.playerdevelopmentproject.com/podcast

10 Mistakes to Avoid as a Beginner Coach

The question this week comes from the John via Facebook:“What are some of the common mistakes when you start coaching?”Exclusive offer for Podcast listeners: 30 Days Free Active Membership. Visit www.playerdevelopmentproject.com/podcast