The Grassroots Coach Podcast

Episode 18 - Fitness and performance for grassroots players with Remy Tang

Part 1 of a two part conversation with Remy Tang of Bohemians FC and formerly of Liverpool FC, where we discuss young player performance, dealing with the growth spurt and areas of focus in the short time we have as coaches with young players.
 
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Episode 17 - Coaching Tips & Coaching Nuggets Part 2

Due to the popularity of Coaching Tips & Coaching Nuggets Part 1, this episode is a collection of the tips and nuggets from many of the contributors to the podcast so far...a greatest hits so to speak. If you would like to suggest a future topic do so on this link.
Contributions on Part 2 from Martin Russell, Aaron Callaghan, Laura Cusack, Megan Smith Lynch, Paul Smith, Johnny McDonnell, John Morling and Pat Cleary. Thanks to all for your support on this passion project.
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Episode 16 - The Belgian Way with Bob Browaeys (Part 2 of 2)

In this second episode I chat with Bob Browaeys about the Belgian FA strategic focus on the late developer and its successes, how talent is defined, the challenges faced transitioning from youth to adult football, and the importance of coaches creating a learning environment for their players...and much more!! If you would like to suggest a future topic do so on this link.
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Episode 15 - The Belgian Way with Bob Browaeys (Part 1 of 2)

A conversation with Bob Browaeys, Head of Youth at the Royal Belgian FA and Technical Director at the Flemish FA where we discuss the Belgian vision and plans, development versus winning, the importance of making new mistakes, the questions to ask after youth games, and his perception of Irish football. If you would like to suggest a future topic do so on this link.
 

Episode 14 - Losing is Learning - Laura Cusack and Megan Smith Lynch

In conversation with former FAI Development Officer and UEFA Coach, Laura Cusack, and Megan Smith Lynch, Ireland U16 Women's Coach and current Peamount United player where we discuss coaching styles, use of age appropriate language, and effective questioning of your players. If you would like to suggest a future topic do so on this link.
 
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Episode 13 -Opportunities for female soccer players

In the first of two episodes, I chat with Laura Cusack, UEFA coach and former development officer with the Football Association of Ireland and Megan Smith Lynch, Ireland U16 women's coach and current Peamount United player where we discuss their own playing and coaching careers to date and opportunities for female soccer players. If you would like to suggest a future topic do so on this link.
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Episode 12 - Effective Communication on Matchday

As the new season kicks off, join Johnny McDonnell, Director of Football at Belvedere FC and Paul Smith, Football Director at Home Farm FC where we share some insights and nuggets into how to effectively communicate with young players before, during and after a game. If you would like to suggest a future topic do so on this link.
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Episode 11 - Player Development in Ireland currently

In this episode I chat to Martin Russell former manager of UCD and Limerick and Aaron Callaghan former manager of Bohemians and Athlone Town, both UEFA Pro Licence holders, where they give their views on player development in Ireland currently. If you would like to suggest a future topic do so on this link.
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