Youth Soccer Coaching Player Development Podcast

Swansea City Assistant Manager Mike Marsh joins Saul to talk about his journey which started as a player a Liverpool and then also as a coach there firstly in the Academy and then in the 1st Team under Brendan Rodgers. Marsh also was assistant coach for the u17 England Team the won the world cup in India. Marsh now works under Steve Cooper at Swansea City in the Championship. Check out the new MyPersonalFootballCoach Virtual Academy here https://mypersonalfootballcoach.com/virtualacademy/

Martin Ho is Man Utd Women's Team Assitant Coach. He shares his journey that started at Everton's Academy coaching in the boys programme before he progressed in to the Women's Professional 1st Team at the Club. Martin also worked at Liverpool as u21 Coach and Technical Director of the Girls Academy before moving across to United to work under Casey Stoney. To check out the new MyPersonalFootballCoach Virtual Academy go to MyPersonalFootballCoach.com/virtualacademy

Charlton FC's Head of Foundation Phase Dave Chatwin joins Saul to discuss how Charlton consistently produces professional footballers and remains statistically one fo the best Academies in the country despite their relatively modest budget. Dave also discusses his coaching journey which has also seen him coach in the USA, at the world famous Aspire Academy in Qatar and also West Ham.

Joop Oosterveld Lead Coach u8-u12 at PSV joins Saul to give insight to the work at one of the best Academies in World Football. He also shares his remarkable journey that began with his 1st coaching role at 14 years old. Joop discusses the secrets behind the technical programme which so consistently produces world class players and how he has evolved it since being at the club.

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René Meulensteen joins Saul to talk about his career and how he developed as a coach. From his start in Academy Football in Holland to being assistant to Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United. René discusses the importance of ball mastery and 1v1 and how important it is not only in grass roots and academy football but at first team level also. If you're interested in player development this episode is not to be missed!

Stefano Pasquinelli joins Saul to talk about his Journey that has taken him from the Academies of Atalanta and A.C Milan to his current role as Head of Academy 7-13 Year Olds at Lazio. Stefano discusses the methodologies at the clubs where he has coached and the importance of Ball Mastery and 1V1 at Lazio.

For the 2nd part of this 50th show special Chris Ramsey returns to the show to discuss all things youth development. Chris is the best Youth Developer in the country and we are fortunate that he came back on the show to share all his knowledge and experience in firstly making Tottenham Hotspur one of the best Academies in World Soccer and now his work at QPR. This show is not to be missed!

For part 1 of this 50th show special Saul is Joined by Michael Beale and Harry Watling. Micahel Beale, current 1st team coach at Rangers previously coached at Chelsea and Liverpool in the Academies as well as a stint coaching in Brazil at Sao Paulo as a 1st team coach. He's one of the best player developers in the country. Harry Watling has coached at Chelsea, Millwall and West Ham. One of the best coaches in Academy football in this country. Harry and Michael answer questions from the listeners as well as discussing some of the main issues surrounding youth development.

Phil Shead is Head of Coaching at Middlesborough Football Club. Phil shares his journey which began as a under 9 at the club gaining a pro contract and then starting his coaching journey. Middlesborough's famed academy is renowned for player development and the first team famously once fielded a whole starting line up of academy graduates. He shares why Middlesborough has a philosophy and a track record of developing technical players and how this is achieved at his club.

Gregg Broughton shares his incredible Journey that has seen him work at Wyombe Wanderers, Rushden and Diamonds, Luton, Norwich and now in Norway. Gregg has worked as Head of Recruitment and Academy Director at Luton and Norwich and now is Academy Director at Bodø Glimt. He shares what it takes to carve out a career at the very top of the game and what it takes to spot talent at a young age but also manage staff to create an elite environment.

Anthony Hayes joins Saul to talk about his career which has seen him progress from a novice coach cutting his teeth in the USA to being Head Coach of the U18s at Charlton Athletic. Anthony shares the secrets behind what makes Charlton one of the most consistent talent producers in English Football. He also tells us about his time spent at Brentford before the club controversially closed the Academy.

Mark Rees shares his experience of working at the very highest levels of the game. Mark started his career at Crewe Alexandra working under the infamous Dario Gradi, he then moved on to Blackburn Rover before moving to Man City. Mark was lucky enough to be at City to see them transition to be one of the power houses of Academy football. He also worked within the Womens Team at City. Mark talks about developing some of the best players in the country and the difference between working with male and female players. This episode is not to be missed!

Jimmy Shan joins Saul on the show to share his incredible journey from coaching the U8s at West Bromwich Albion to Manager of the 1st team in the Championship. Jimmy gives insight into what it takes to work up the ladder to the very top and why it's so important to work with all age groups in the development cycle. This one is not to be missed!

Taff Joins Saul to discuss his football journey that has taken him from Arsenal Academy Player to Assitant Coach to the Guyana National Team with time spent at Arsenal, Tottenham and the Football Association as a Coach in between. Taff shares his incredible experience at all levels of the game from grass roots to the first team and what it takes to coach at the highest level.

Andy Clawson joins Saul to talk about his coaching career which has taken him from Belfast to Thailand via stints at Hearts in Scotland and Manchester United. Andy discusses his journey and what it has taken to set up one of the best Academies in Asia, creating a first class training environment for locals and ex pats and dealing with cultural differences and challenges.

Saul is joined by Harry Watling, Harry has coached at clubs including West Ham, Chelsea and Millwall. Working right across the age groups from 6 year olds to the first team. Harry shares his inspiring journey and the secrets behind his coaching philosophy which has made him one of the most sought after coaching talents in Premier League Academy Football.

Saul is joined by Marko Cindric, Head Coach of the U9s at Dinamo Zagreb's famous Academy. Dinamo Zagreb is one of the most prolific academies in world soccer when it comes to developing professional footballers for the top leagues in Europe. Marko shares the secrets behind Dinamo's success and how the approach the development of young players.

Ryan Maye joins Saul to share his extraordinary career which has seen him work at Chelsea, Rangers The FA and now in his current post as Head Of Coaching at West Brom. Ryan talks about what he looks for in coaches and how he supports players and coaches at West Brom. Ryan also talks about his time at the FA and his involvement in developing the new England DNA project and the Advance Youth Award.

Rafal Ulatowski, Former assistant Manager of Poland and current Head of Coaching at Lech Poznan joins Saul to go over his extraordinary career which have also included first team manager roles in Poland and also Iceland. Rafal shares his experiences of working with players such as Robert Lewandowski in Polands World Cup qualifying campaign.

Saul is joined by Keith Boanas, experienced FA Coach Educator and Woman's Football First Team Manager. Keith has experience at working at all levels of the game. He was Manager at Charlton and Watford Ladies as well as being Head of Womens Football in Estonia. Keith is also one of the biggest influences on Saul's career, as his FA Tutor and on going mentor. This episode is not to be missed

Saul is joined by AFC Wimbledon's Head of Coaching Micahel Hamilton. Michael discusses his role at AFC Wimbledon and how they continue to innovate and punch well above their weight in terms of resources. Wimbledon continue to produce players for their first team and players that are sold on creating vital funds for the club. Micahel has an inspiring journey that he shares that has seen him rise from grass roots coach to Head of Coaching at a Professional Football Club.

Saul Is joined by Ed Graper, former Technical Director of The Aspire Academy in Qatar. Ed talks about setting up the Aspire Academy and making it one of the best Football Centres in the world and the key role he and the Aspire Academy played in the recent Asia Cup Win by Qatar.

Saul is joined by Tom Hounsell, Fulham FC’s U15 Head Coach. Tom shares his journey and the methodology that makes Fulham FC’s Academy one of the best in the country.

Saul is joined by Ross Embleton, current Assistant Manager at Leyton Orient who's career has taken him to Tottenham Hotspur, Bournemouth, Norwich and Swindon. Ross has been fortunate enough to work with players of all ages from 5 to the 1st team and has experienced the highs and lows of a career in football. His inspiring journey is a must listen for any aspiring coach.

Saul is joined by Boris Kubla, Head of Coach Education at the Croatian FA. Boris shares how Croatia has developed into one of the top football nations in the world. He also shares his experiences of being Assistant Coach at DInamo Zagreb where he worked with players including Luka Modric.

Saul is joined by Tim Bradbury. Tim is a Coach Educator for US Soccer. Tim shares his philosophy and experience in the game which has made him one of the best coach educators in the business. Tim is one of influences on Saul's career and methodology, preaching a philosophy of 1v1 and technical excellence which was years ahead of many others in the game.

Saul is joined by Richard Allen, former Head of Talent ID for the English Football Association, Academy Manager of QPR and Head of Recruitment at Tottenham Hotspur. Ricahrd was instrumental in the changes at the FA and the construction of the new DNA, which has produced such amazing results for the England Youth teams. Ricahrd shares the insight from this period and how England progressed to double world champions. He also discusses Talent ID and the secrets behind how to do this effectively in football. This episode is not to be missed!

John Hunter-Barrett joins Saul to discuss his role as Foundation Phase Head of Coaching at Wolverhampton Wanderers. John shares his journey and the insight into what has made Wolves one of the best academies in England.

Saul is Joined by Niels Jansen, Niels is a Technical Coach at Genk Football Club in Belgium. Genk has produced player including Kevin De Bruyne. Niels talks about tis philosophy and that of Genks that makes it one of the most prolific talent developers in European Football.

In this special episode Saul is joined by 3 learning figures in soccer player development discussing supporting players from the the older age groups of Academy football to the Professional game. Gary Curneen is assistant coach of ChicagoRed Stars, a woman's professional team. Harry Watling who at the time of this recording was a coach at Millwall FC'S Academy and Karl Hooper who coaches at Birmingham FC's Academy. These 3 specialist share their knowledge and insight about player development and how to support players in fulfilling their potential.

Saul is joined by Adi Viveash, Adi was formerly u18 and the u23's coach at Chelsea FC's Academy. Add famously led the Chelsea Youth Team to unprecedented success in the FA Youth Cup and the the UEFA Youth Champions League. Adi is now Assistant Manager at Coventry City FC, where he's helped them gain promotion through the play offs in his 1st season.

Saul is joined by Kenny Brown. Head of Coaching at Millwall FC and ex West Ham United player. Kenny shares his journey through the game with fantastic knowledge and insight about player development. Kenny has played and coached at the highest level so they episode is not to be missed!

Saul is joined by Joao Tralhao from Benfica's Academy in Portugal. Joao shares the secrets of one of Europe's best Academies. Joao has worked his way up through the entire academy including spells with the first team. If you're interested in soccer coaching and youth development this is not to be missed!

Saul is joined by Marc Campbell, Head of Coaching and Assistant Academy Manager at Wolverhampton Wanderers. Marc talks about his journey from community coach to number 2 in the Academy. He shares the secrets behind what has made Wolves one of the best Academies in the country.

Saul is joined by Miguel Rios. Formerly Head Of Recruitment and Brentford FC's Academy and Scout for Arsenal FC's Academy. Also previously first team scout at Brentford and Fulham. Miguel is currently first team scout for Wolverhampton Wanderers. Miguel goes through his journey telling us all the secrets about talent identification from the academy to the first team. Miguel is one of there most renowned scouts on the Academy football scene in London, this episode is not to be missed.

Saul is joined by Tony Carr, a living legend in football youth development. Tony was previously Academy Manager of West Ham United's famous Academy, graduates who progressed under him include Rio Ferdinand, Frank Lampard, Michael Carrick, Joe Cole, Jermiane Defoe and many more. Tony shares his story and the secrets behind one of the most successful player development centres in world football.

Saul is joined by Ian Barker, Head of Education of United Soccer Coaches, the biggest soccer coaches community in the world. They also host a yearly convention which is also the biggest of its type in the world. Ian discusses his journey and his role as well as USA soccer in general, it structure, systems and its future.

Saul is joined by Chris Ramsey, one of the worlds leading player developers. Chris was formally Assistant Academy Manager at Tottenham Hotspur FC, he drove the philosophy and methodology behind the academy to make it one of the best in world soccer, producing the likes of Harry Kane and Harry Winks. Chris went on to be Assistant Manager of the first team. He then moved to QPR to be first team manager and now Head of Youth. This show is not to be missed!

Saul is Joined by Jess Ibrom, Technical Director of the Cook Islands. Jess's career has taken him from his Hertfordshire up bringing to the USA, New Zealand and to now the Cook Islands. Jess talks about his unique journey, moving into full time coaching and working in elite player development abroad.

Bodo Mendes Academy Manager of Schalke's famed academy that has produced players such as Man City's Leroy Sane, PSG's Julian Draxler and Bayern Munich's Manuel Neuer to name a few. Bodo discusses the secrets behind the Academies prolific record in player development for players for the Bundesliga, the German national team and the strongest leagues in world soccer.

Saul is joined by Danny Searle, Ex Head of Coaching at West Ham United's famous Academy. Danny talks about his coaching journey which has taken him from Southend United, Chelsea, Charlton and West Ham. Danny shares his knowledge, experience and the secrets behind West Ham's Academy and what has made them one of most successful Academies in world football.

Saul is joined by Dermot Drummy, Ex Arsenal Player and Youth team Coach and former Chelsea Assistant Academy Manager and 21/23's Coach. Dermot discusses coaching some of the best young players in world soccer and working under Arsene Wenger, Jose Mourinho and Carlo Ancelotti. He also discusses the challenge of supporting players with the transition from academy to pro football.

Saul is joined by Willem Weiss, a coach with over 10 years experience of working at PSV Eindhoven and Ajax's Academy. Willem shares his knowledge and experience gained in Dutch football talking about the different methodologies of both clubs.

Saul is joined by Danny Searle, ex Head Of Coaching at West Ham United and Michael Beale Ex Assistant Manager of Sao Paulo FC as they answer questions sent in by listeners aimed at the 12-18 age groups. Michael and Danny are 2 of the most experienced player developers in the game and give valuable insight into elite player development.

Saul is joined by Danny Buck, between them they have over 30 years experience in Premier League Academy Football at clubs including Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea. The tackle questions sent in by listeners about player development in the 5-11s age range.

In this podcast special Michael Beale outlines why he left his role as assistant manager of Sao Paulo FC. Michael sets the record straight on a enormously difficult decision and talks about his time in Brazil and now what may lie next for him.

Rasmus Ankersen joins Saul to discuss his roles as Director of Football of Brentford and Chairman of FC Midtjylland in Denmark and how 'Money Ball' or the use of data has given them the ability to punch above their weight and compete with clubs with much larger budgets.

Saul is joined by Tim Lees who has a wealth of Football experience in English Premier League Academies such as Watford, Wigan and Liverpool. Tim shares his knowledge about soccer player development not only in England but also in the USA with his current role as Academy Director of St Louis FC. If your interested in soccer coaching or player development this episode is not to be missed!

Saul is joined by Michael Beale, Sao Paulo FC Assistant Manager. Michael talks about coaching in Brazil, Brazilian football culture and the transition from England. He also reflects at his time at Chelsea FC and Liverpool FC working in the Academies and developing some of the best young soccer players in Europe.