Modern Soccer Coach Podcast

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Using Data to Measure Elite Coaches - Tim Keech Jun 26, 2024

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Gary is joined by Tim Keech, co-founder of MRKT Insights, a data-focused football consultancy with clients in the UK and abroad. Tim works alongside clubs to help in a number of areas around data, one of which includes the impact and effectiveness of coaching. Tim shares ways that coaches can be measured, how they can help facilitate the use of data at the club... and when the right time could potentially be to make a coaching change! Check out Tim's work below... https://mrktinsights.com/index.php/2024/06/03/complex-systems-in-football/

"Taking the Passing Drill is the Easy Part" - Upskilling Yourself as a Coach with Diarmuid O'Carroll Jun 19, 2024

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Gary is joined by St. Mirren (Scottish Premiership) and Northern Ireland assistant coach, Diarmuid O'Carroll to discuss the multi-faceted challenges of elite coaching. Diarmuid talks about: - Working with young players in pro environments - What separates Conor Bradley - Building relationship with head coach - Getting most out of coach education - Constantly improving without burn out And much more!! Please check out the Modern Soccer Coach Pre-Season Webinar Package: https://www.modernsoccercoach.com/product-page/special-offer-msc-pre-season-bundle

Happiness and Coaching: Is it Possible? with Sherlen Lindsay Jun 11, 2024

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Gary is joined by Fulham FC academy coach Sherlen Lindsay to discuss mental health and coaching. How do you balance the competition with your personal life? Is happiness really attainable? How do you get that energy back? Does coach education help or hinder the process? June is Men's Mental Health Awareness month and Sherlen provides many ideas and insights that can potentially help coaches navigate the world of competitive coaching and mental health. Check out MSC website for more resources: https://www.modernsoccercoach.com/blog

Culture and Tactical Alignment: Role of Director of Football with Jez George (Lincoln City FC) Jun 05, 2024

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Gary is joined by Jez George, Director of Football at Lincoln City FC,who provides a fascinating insight into the role and culture at the club including: - Long-term planning in a results oriented industry - Recruitment of head coach process - Incorporating data and analysis - Managing relationship with head coach - Creating a game model that engages the community And much more!! Check out MSC Pre-Season Bundle Deal: https://www.modernsoccercoach.com/product-page/special-offer-msc-pre-season-bundle

Ways to Improve Individuals in a Team Game with Liam McCartan May 09, 2024

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Gary is joined by Liam McCartan, coach analyst at Swindon Town FC. Although Liam works in analysis, he also brings an element to the coaching side, focusing on Player Development and extra work on the training pitch. In this interview, Liam discusses how individuals can thrive in a team environment, ways to engage young players with technology, the importance of relationships with staff & players, plus how to help players develop a curiosity towards data. The first ever Modern Soccer Coach Online Course is now live! Certificate in Advanced Tactical Analysis & Coaching Methodology Link is below… https://www.modernsoccercoach.com/challenge-page/ecourseanalysis Online course, learn at your own pace and I’m there all to support with a Direct Messaging option for help or feedback. 11 modules and a match assignment.

REALLY Understanding Coaching Methodology with Martin Vlk Apr 30, 2024

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Gary is joined by Head of Coach Education and Methodology at Czech Football Association, Martin Vlk, to discuss the unique aspect of coaching methodology and the following: - What exactly is it? - How do you improve it? - Where do you start? - What levels need coaching methodology the most? And much more!!! Big Announcement: The first ever Modern Soccer Coach Online Course is launching this week! Certificate in Advanced Tactical Analysis & Coaching Methodology Link is below… https://www.modernsoccercoach.com/challenge-page/ecourseanalysis Online course, learn at your own pace and I’m there all to support with a Direct Messaging option for help or feedback. 11 modules and a match assignment.

Mastering Data and Recruitment with AFC Bournemouth's Francisco Lorenzo Apr 18, 2024

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Gary is joined by first team scout at AFC Bournemouth, Francisco Lorenzo. He is a Data Analyst - based in Uruguay, who discusses the following: - How to identify Premier League talent - Bringing data and football together - Art and science of scouting and recruitment - Role data analyst at a professional club - How can a coach incorporate data effectively If you would like more support on analysis, please check out: https://www.modernsoccercoach.com/analysis

The System or The Players: Chris Ramsey on Development Priorities Apr 02, 2024

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Gary is joined by former Tottenham and Queens Park Rangers Head of Player Development, Chris Ramsey, to discuss how coaches can shape elite environments to support and develop the next generation of players. With a phenomenal experience in the game including head coach at Premier League and USL in the United States, Chris outlines his philosophy for youth development and shares ways that coaches can facilitate that in their own clubs. Check out MSC Game Model Webinar Replay below: https://www.modernsoccercoach.com/product-page/designing-a-game-model-live-webinar

Improving Your Half-Time Team Talk with Eamon Devlin Mar 19, 2024

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Gary is joined by Eamon Devlin, founder of Minute9 where he specifically advises sports teams and coaches on how best to structure and manage the half-time period. Eamon discusses the art and science (research based) half-time insights and answers if they are they under-utilized? Ineffective? And how do coaches improve that critical 15 minutes? Our friends at Veo have kindly asked us to test the new Veo Cam 3 and also sponsored a recent MSC Breakdown where we will took a look at a session that is recorded using the new camera. That session with Santiago Castillo is on our YouTube page and on our website. Please take a look at it and check on this new camera. https://www.modernsoccercoach.com/post/veo-3-cam-session-attacking-in-final-3rd Veo Cam 3 is basically designed to give AI-powered tools automatically break down your game, so it’s ready for you to watch and analyze. - Automatically follows the action on the field and creates a broadcast-like experience. - Live-stream your game, watch the recording immediately, and bookmark the game’s crucial moments for later – all this and much more with Veo Cam 3. - FASTER UPLOAD SPEED!!! Please contact Gary Curneen with any questions on the software: gary@modernsoccercoach.com

Maximize Your Training Sessions with Rob McKay Mar 12, 2024

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Gary is joined by Rob McKay, Head Coach of Women's Football at University of Manchester, who discusses all the aspects a coach should consider before putting on an effective session: from space to players to equipment, right down to the weather! He also talks about his new book, which provides an in-depth look at how to create your own principles of play to produce quality and relevant coaching points for your practices. Order your copy of Maximize Your Training Sessions below: https://www.amazon.com/Maximise-Your-Training-Sessions-Ever-Changing/dp/1915855152 If you enjoy the interview, please let your coaching community know and share on your social platforms! - Many thanks - Gary Curneen

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