Marvee Woods Football Academy Podcast
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Cambridge United Football Club Academy Manager - Dom Knighton ("Producing our own players, is important to our owners" - Episode 13 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Dom Knighton, the Academy Manager of English Football League Two club Cambridge United, tells me on Episode 13 of my Podcast. That the owners have invested substantially into the academy with the aim of creating a self sustaining football club. The academy is key to this visionFull Episode: Out Now
Cambridge United Football Club Academy Manager - Dom Knighton ("It's not nice, telling players to leave Cambridge United" - Episode 13 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Dom Knighton, the Academy Manager of English Football League Two club Cambridge United, tells me on Episode 13 of my Podcast. That it's not nice telling players that they are getting released from the club.Full Episode: Out Now
Cambridge United Football Club Academy Manager - Dom Knighton ("We look for hardworkers, on and off the ball" - Episode 13 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Dom Knighton, the Academy Manager of English Football League Two club Cambridge United, tells me on Episode 13 of my Podcast. That the club looks for hardworkers, on and off the ball.Full Episode: Out Now
S1 Ep 13Cambridge United Academy Manager - Dom Knighton ("United In Bentley Road")
Dom Knighton, the Academy Manager of Cambridge United Football Club tells me on Episode 13 of my Podcast about Dom's journey from a young player to a coach, the importance of family support, and the challenges faced by young players in the academy system.Dom shares insights into the coaching philosophy at Cambridge, the significance of resilience, and the balance between development and results in youth football.The conversation also touches on the role of nutrition, the impact of player releases, and the collaboration with first team management.Dom emphasizes the importance of education for both players and parents and reflects on the pride he feels when players succeed in their football careers.
Cambridge United Football Club Academy Manager - Dom Knighton ("I feel proud, when I see academy players turn Pro" - Episode 13 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Dom Knighton, the Academy Manager of English Football League Two club Cambridge United, tells me on Episode 13 of my Podcast.That he feels a sense of pride when he sees academy players turn pro. Especially after seeing them go through the ups and downs of the journey to reach that point.Full Episode: Friday November 7th 2025 (6pm)
Cambridge United Football Club Academy Manager - Dom Knighton ("The test of resilience always shows, when the best academy players turn Pro" - Episode 13 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Dom Knighton, the Academy Manager of English Football League Two club Cambridge United, tells me on Episode 13 of my Podcast.The test of resilience always shows up, when the best academy players transition from scholars to Pro.Full Episode: Friday November 7th 2025
Cambridge United Football Club Academy Manager - Dom Knighton ("Missing out on what friends are doing, instead of staying dedicated to football is a distraction" - Episode 13 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Dom Knighton, the Academy Manager of English Football League Two club Cambridge United, tells me on Episode 13 of my Podcast.That missing out on what friends are doing, instead of staying dedicated to football is a distraction that ends many potential playing careers in the academy.Full Episode: Friday November 7th 2025
Cambridge United Football Club Academy Manager - Dom Knighton ("We set our players up to get failure, adversity, and challenges in their journey" - Episode 13 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Dom Knighton, the Academy Manager of English Football League Two club Cambridge United, tells me on Episode 13 of my Podcast.That the academy sets up players to get failure, adversity and challenges in their journey to prepare them for the First TeamFull Episode: Friday November 7th 2025
Aberdeen Football Club Academy Director - Stuart Glennie ("Don't think too far ahead, worrying about contracts. Enjoy the moment!" - Episode 12 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Stuart Glennie, the Academy Director of Scottish Cup winners Aberdeen Football Club, tells me on Episode 12 of my Podcast.That the academy boys shouldn't think too far ahead, worrying about contracts. He suggests that they take in the experience and enjoy every moment.Full Episode: Out Now
Aberdeen Football Club Academy Director - Stuart Glennie ("I want to win whilst developing players for the First Team" - Episode 12 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Stuart Glennie, the Academy Director of Scottish Cup winners Aberdeen Football Club, tells me on Episode 12 of my Podcast.That he wants to win games and trophies with the academy whilst developing the players for the First Team.Full Episode: Out Now
Aberdeen Football Club Academy Director - Stuart Glennie ("You must have a culture and Identity and set standards" - Episode 12 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Stuart Glennie, the Academy Director of Scottish Cup winners Aberdeen Football Club, tells me on Episode 12 of my Podcast.That you must have a culture and identity and set standards. The players in the academy must reflect this, by hitting those standards or above.Full Episode: Out Now
S1 Ep 12Aberdeen Football Club Academy Director - Stuart Glennie ("The Journey To Pittodrie")
Stuart Glennie, the Academy Director of Aberdeen Football Club tells me on Episode 12 of my Podcast about Stuart's journey from being a player to a coach, the challenges of youth development in Scottish football, and the importance of community engagement. Stuart shares insights on the structure of training at the academy, the role of performance schools, and the emotional challenges faced during player releases. The conversation also touches on the balance between winning and development, the influence of parents, and the unique experiences offered through international tournaments. In this conversation, Stuart Glennie discusses the complexities of player selection and development within a youth football academy. He emphasizes the importance of considering physical maturity, the role of loans in player growth, and the evaluation of grassroots players. Glennie also highlights the significance of timekeeping, sleep, nutrition, and data analysis in enhancing player performance. He addresses the need for collaboration with schools, the impact of discipline on player success, and the importance of building a strong culture within the academy. Ultimately, he reflects on the qualities that define a model professional and the lessons learned in academy management.
Aberdeen Football Club Academy Director - Stuart Glennie ("Show enthusiasm and make a good impression" - Episode 12 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Stuart Glennie, the Academy Director of Scottish Cup winners Aberdeen Football Club, tells me on Episode 12 of my Podcast.That academy players should show enthusiasm and make a good impression when they're walking around the club. The First Team staff are watching their attitudes.Full Episode: Friday October 24th (6pm)
Aberdeen Football Club Academy Director - Stuart Glennie ("I can see some parents can't wait to get players in the car to tell them what they did wrong" - Episode 12 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Stuart Glennie, the Academy Director of Scottish Cup winners Aberdeen Football Club, tells me on Episode 12 of my Podcast.That he sees some parents in a rush to get players in the car to tell them all the mistakes that they've seen them make on the pitch and thinks parents shouldn't be so quick to tell the players what they did wrong.Full Episode: Friday October 24th
Aberdeen Football Club Academy Director - Stuart Glennie ("Forget how your socks looks, focus on your standards of playing" - Episode 12 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Stuart Glennie, the Academy Director of Scottish Cup winners Aberdeen Football Club, tells me on Episode 12 of my Podcast.That players seem too concerned these days about how their socks looks when they are playing, when they should instead be focusing on playing the game at a high standard.Full Episode: Friday October 24th
Aberdeen Football Club Academy Director - Stuart Glennie ("Don't coach from the sidelines. Let the players make the decisions on the pitch" - Episode 12 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Stuart Glennie, the Academy Director of Scottish Cup winners Aberdeen Football Club, tells me on Episode 12 of my Podcast. That it's best to coach players before a match, at half time, during an interval in the game, or at the end of the match. Coaches shouldn't shout instructions whilst players are on the ball playing. Stuart says coaches should leave the players to decide to implement what they have been coached whilst they are playing in the game. It's better for coaches to stay silent on the toachline while the players play. If the players decide not to follow the coaches instructions and make mistakes. That's how they will learn and develop.Full Episode: Friday October 24th
AFC Wimbledon Academy Manager - Michael Hamilton ("The ones who grow and sustain, have a bulletproof mentality" - Episode 11 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Michael Hamilton, the Academy Manager of AFC Wimbledon Football Club, tells me on Episode 11 of my Podcast. That the players with the right mentality, go further than the players who just have talent.Full Episode: Out Now
AFC Wimbledon Academy Manager - Michael Hamilton ("There are players in the academy buying stuff, trying to look like pros before they are pros" - Episode 11 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Michael Hamilton, the Academy Manager of AFC Wimbledon Football Club, tells me on Episode 11 of my Podcast. That there are players in the academy who get distracted buying stuff, trying to look like pros before they are pros.Full Episode: Out Now
S1 Ep 11AFC Wimbledon Academy Manager - Michael Hamilton ("Plough Lane Dons")
Michael Hamilton, the Academy Manager of AFC Wimbledon Football Club, tells me on Episode 11 of my Podcast about his journey from a young football enthusiast to a prominent figure in youth football coaching. Michael shares insights into the challenges and rewards of managing an academy, the importance of developing self-managing athletes, and the critical role of mindset in player development. He discusses the impact of parents and agents on young players, the balance between education and football, and the emotional aspects of releasing players. Michael emphasizes the need for players to take ownership of their careers and the significance of investing in their future.
AFC Wimbledon Academy Manager - Michael Hamilton ("Players who take responsibility and self reflect, have a better chance of making it" - Episode 11 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Michael Hamilton, the Academy Manager of AFC Wimbledon Football Club, tells me on Episode 11 of my Podcast. That players who take responsibility and self reflect, have a better chance of progressing at the club. In comparison to players who are always blaming teammates.Full Episode: Friday October 10th 2025
AFC Wimbledon Academy Manager - Michael Hamilton ("Some parents, have negatively influenced our decision on a player" - Episode 11 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Michael Hamilton, the Academy Manager of AFC Wimbledon Football Club, tells me on Episode 11 of my Podcast. That some parents have negatively influenced decisions on academy players staying at the club.Full Episode: Friday October 10th 2025
AFC Wimbledon Academy Manager - Michael Hamilton ("It's up to the players to make the most out of their academy journey" - Episode 11 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Michael Hamilton, the Academy Manager of AFC Wimbledon Football Club, tells me on Episode 11 of my Podcast. That it's not just the coaches responsibility, it's up to the players to make the most out of their academy experience.Full Episode: Friday October 10th 2025
AFC Wimbledon Academy Manager - Michael Hamilton ("We let AFC Wimbledon Under 8s coach themselves at matches" - Episode 11 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Michael Hamilton, the Academy Manager of AFC Wimbledon Football Club, tells me on Episode 11 of my Podcast. That the Under 8s to Under 18s self manage themselves at some matches.Full Episode: Friday October 10th 2025
Birmingham City Academy Manager - Louisa Collis ("The Birmingham City Owners wholeheartedly back the Academy" - Episode 10 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Louisa Collis, the Academy Manager of Birmingham City Football Club, tells me on Episode 10 of my Podcast. That the Birmingham City owners back the academy wholeheartedly with everything they have been asked to provide.Full Episode: Out Now
Birmingham City Academy Manager - Louisa Collis ("Eat chips, drink Cola or eat right. Fine margins make a difference" - Episode 10 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Louisa Collis, the Academy Manager of Birmingham City Football Club, tells me on Episode 10 of my Podcast. That the academy boys can eat chips, drink Cola or eat right. Fine margins make a difference to the way that they perform.Full Episode: Out Now
Birmingham City Academy Manager - Louisa Collis ("Start acting like a scholar when you're 13, not Under 16" - Episode 10 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Louisa Collis, the Academy Manager of Birmingham City Football Club, tells me on Episode 10 of my Podcast. That academy players should start preparing to act like scholars when they are 13 and not wait until they are in the Under 16s team because it might be too late.Full Episode: Out Now
S1 Ep 10Birmingham City Academy Manager - Louisa Collis ("Knighthead Blues")
In this episode, I am grateful to be joined by currently the only female Academy Manager in the Men's game. Louisa Collis, the Academy Manager of Birmingham City Football Club, tells me on Episode 10 of my Podcast. About her journey from netball to becoming an academy manager in football, breaking barriers as a female leader in a male-dominated industry. She discusses the challenges and triumphs of achieving Category One status for the Birmingham City academy, emphasizing the importance of balancing player development with competitive results. Louisa highlights the significance of education, nutrition, and resilience in shaping young athletes, while also addressing the complexities of parent relationships and the impact of social media. Her passion for the academy and commitment to nurturing exceptional individuals shines through as she outlines future aspirations for growth and success.
Birmingham City Academy Manager - Louisa Collis ("I Love Being A Female Academy Manager In The Men's Game" - Episode 10 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Louisa Collis, the Academy Manager of Birmingham City Football Club, tells me on Episode 10 of my Podcast. That she loves currently being the only female academy manager in the men's game.Full Episode: Friday September 26th 2025
Birmingham City Academy Manager - Louisa Collis ("We focus on development, but we enter tournaments to win" - Episode 10 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Louisa Collis, the Academy Manager of Birmingham City Football Club, tells me on Episode 10 of my Podcast. That her academy is always focused on development, but when it comes to entering competitions like the Premier League tournament and more. The academy concentrates on winning.Full Episode: Friday September 26th 2025
Charlton Athletic Academy Manager - Tom Pell ("I see coaches looking out for themselves instead of players" - Episode 9 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Tom Pell, the Academy Manager of Charlton Athletic Football Club, tells me on Episode 9 of my Podcast. That he sees academy coaches looking out for themselves instead of having players best interest at heartFull Episode: Out Now
Charlton Athletic Academy Manager - Tom Pell ("Good academy players, need mental stamina" - Episode 9 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Tom Pell, the Academy Manager of Charlton Athletic Football Club, tells me on Episode 9 of my Podcast. That good academy players need mental stamina to deal with all the challenges they face being in the academy.Full Episode: Out Now
Charlton Athletic Academy Manager - Tom Pell ("If they are one minute late, they are sent home" - Episode 9 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Tom Pell, the Academy Manager of Charlton Athletic Football Club, tells me on Episode 9 of my Podcast. That if players show up one minute late for training or matches, they are sent home. They will train with the younger age group and will not play the upcoming match.Full Episode: Out Now
S1 Ep 9Charlton Athletic Academy Manager - Tom Pell ("Raised In The Valley")
Charlton Athletic Academy Manager Tom Pell talks to me on Episode 9 of my Podcast about his journey from being a young player at Peterborough United to becoming a coach and eventually the Academy Manager at Charlton. Tom discusses the importance of youth development, balancing results with player growth, and the significance of nutrition and sleep in athletic performance. Tom also delves into the academy's recruitment strategies, the value of academy tours, and the emphasis on punctuality and discipline in developing young players. The conversation,includes Tom Pell discussing the multifaceted approach to youth development in football, emphasizing the importance of transferable skills, behavioral assessments, and the challenges faced by players, including those who are homeschooled or have ADHD. He highlights the significance of communication between academy and first team staff, the emotional impact of release decisions, and the role of data in decision-making. Pell also shares insights on the qualities needed for success as a player, coach, scout, and academy manager, advocating for a culture of support and challenge within the academy.
Charlton Athletic Academy Manager - Tom Pell ("Parents should be aware of the effects of diet" - Episode 9 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Tom Pell, the Academy Manager of Charlton Athletic Football Club, tells me on Episode 9 of my Podcast. That parents of young players should be aware of the effects of diet on the body over a course of time, because it can have a positive or negative effect on performance.Full Episode: Friday September 12th (6pm)
Charlton Athletic Academy Manager - Tom Pell ("Winning mentality is key to development" - Episode 9 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Tom Pell, the Academy Manager of Charlton Athletic Football Club, tells me on Episode 9 of my Podcast. That a winning mentality is key to the development of his academy players.Full Episode: Friday September 12th
Charlton Athletic Academy Manager - Tom Pell ("We have players with ADHD and Autism in our academy" - Episode 9 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Tom Pell, the Academy Manager of Charlton Athletic Football Club, tells me on Episode 9 of my Podcast. That the academy at Charlton have players who have ADHD and Autism and discusses in the full episode how the club adapts it's training methods and game day preperation to help these players.Full Episode: Friday September 12th
Liverpool Academy Director - Alex Inglethorpe ("I find release and retain emotionally difficult" - Episode 5 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Alex Inglethorpe, the Academy Director of Liverpool FC, tells me on Episode 5 of my Podcast. That he find release and retain periods emotionally challenging.
Liverpool Academy Director - Alex Inglethorpe ("International academy tours are important because, the Premier League is full of different nationalities - Episode 5 snippet")
trailerNew Snippet: Alex Inglethorpe, the Academy Director of Liverpool FC, tells me on Episode 5 of my Podcast. That international academy tours are important to prepare the academy players for the Premier League which is full of players from different nationalities.
Liverpool Academy Director - Alex Inglethorpe ("It's worth waiting for the development of Quarter 4 players" - Episode 5 Snippet)
trailerNew Snippet: Alex Inglethorpe, the Academy Director of Liverpool FC, tells me on Episode 5 of my Podcast. That from his experience he's learned that it's worth waiting for Q4 players to develop.Full Episode: Out Now
S1 Ep 5Liverpool Academy Director - Alex Inglethorpe (Melwood To Anfield)
Alex Inglethorpe, the Academy Director of Liverpool FC tells me on Episode 5 of my Podcast. About Alex's journey from a young player at Watford to becoming a prominent figure in youth football development. The conversation covers the challenges and lessons learned in coaching, being the Manager of Exeter City, the importance of patience in player development, and the unique perspective of being an Academy parent to his son and Academy Director at Liverpool. Alex shares insights on youth development philosophy, the significance of mental resilience, and the evolving landscape of football training. In this conversation, Alex discusses various aspects of football academies, including the role of showcase teams, the importance of academy tours, and the evaluation of grassroots players. He emphasizes the need for a balanced approach to training and education, the significance of discipline and punctuality, and the emotional challenges faced during player releases. Alex also touches on the impact of social media on young players, the growing role of data in football, and the qualities needed for success in the academy system. Throughout the discussion, he highlights the importance of collaboration with schools and the emotional investment coaches have in their players' journeys.
Liverpool Academy Director - Alex Inglethorpe ("Youth Development, is when you add value to a player" - Episode 5 Snippet)
trailerNew Snippet: Alex Inglethorpe, the Academy Director of Liverpool FC, tells me on Episode 5 of my Podcast. That youth development is when you add value to a player.Full Episode: Friday August 29th 2025
Liverpool Academy Director - Alex Inglethorpe ("Arne Slot has got an amazing personality" - Episode 5 Snippet)
trailerNew Snippet: Alex Inglethorpe, the Academy Director of Liverpool FC, tells me on Episode 5 of my Podcast. That Liverpool Manager Arne Slot, has got an amazing personality.Full Episode: Friday August 29th 2025
Liverpool Academy Director - Alex Inglethorpe ("I'm proud of Harry Kane. Yes I helped him, but he helped himself more" - Episode 5 Snippet)
trailerNew Snippet: Alex Inglethorpe, the Academy Director of Liverpool FC, tells me on Episode 5 of my Podcast. That he's proud of Harry Kane, who made it pro under his guidance when he was the academy manager at Spurs.Full Episode: Friday August 29th 2025
Brighton & Hove Albion Academy Manager - Ian Buckman ("You need resilience to deal with the ups and downs in football") - Episode 8 Snippet
trailerNew Snippet: Ian Buckman, the Academy Manager of Brighton & Hove Albion, tells me on Episode 8 of my Podcast. That footballers need resilience to deal with all the ups & downs in football.Full Episode: Out Now
Brighton & Hove Albion Academy Manager - Ian Buckman ("We have a big Education Department. On day release, some players do music lessons here") - Episode 8 Snippet
trailerNew Snippet: Ian Buckman, the Academy Manager of Brighton & Hove Albion, tells me on Episode 8 of my Podcast. That Brighton do music lessons with some of the academy players while they are on day release at the club.Full Episode: Out Now
S1 Ep 8Brighton & Hove Albion Academy Manager - Ian Buckman (The Seagulls Academy)
Ian Buckman, the Academy Manager of Brighton & Hove Albion, tells me on Episode 8 of my Podcast. About his journey from non-league football to managing a successful academy.Ian discusses the importance of youth development, the balance between results and personal growth, and the role of education in shaping young players.He emphasizes the significance of resilience, the use of data in player development, and the supportive environment created within the academy. Ian also touches on the challenges of player loans, the influence of parents, and the future vision for Brighton's academy as they aim to be recognized among the best in the world.Ian also talks to me about the interest in the Academy from Chairman & Owner Mr Tony Bloom and shares with me the working relationship between First Team Manager Fabian Hurzeler and himself.
Brighton & Hove Albion Academy Manager - Ian Buckman ("Our Owner Mr Bloom is passionate about the Academy") - Episode 8 Snippet
trailerNew Snippet: Ian Buckman, the Academy Manager of Brighton & Hove Albion, tells me on Episode 8 of my Podcast. That the Brighton Chairman and Owner Mr Tony Bloom is very passionate about the Brighton academy.Full Episode: Friday August 15th
Brighton & Hove Albion Academy Manager - Ian Buckman ("First Team Manager Fabian Hurzeler speaks to me regularly about the academy") - Episode 8 Snippet
trailerNew Snippet: Ian Buckman, the Academy Manager of Brighton & Hove Albion, tells me on Episode 8 of my Podcast. That the First Team Manager Fabian Hurzeler speaks to him regularly about the academy.Full Episode: Friday August 15th
Blackburn Rovers Academy Manager - Paul Gray ("Three times late, you get dropped from playing a match") - Episode 7 Snippet
trailerNew Snippet: Paul Gray, the Academy Manager of Blackburn Rovers, tells me on Episode 7 of my Podcast. That if the Scholars and 21s are late three times, they get dropped from playing a match.Full Episode: Out Now
Blackburn Rovers Academy Manager - Paul Gray ("If you don't experience the ups and downs early, later on the difficult moments will become overwhelming") - Episode 7 Snippet
trailerNew Snippet: Paul Gray, the Academy Manager of Blackburn Rovers, tells me on Episode 7 of my Podcast. That it's better to experience difficulty early on in your academy career because it will become overwhelming the later you face challenges.Full Episode: Out Now