Modern Soccer Coach Podcast
Episodes
Guido Seerden | Holistic Approach To The Game
02 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary is joined by Guido Seerden, First team Performance coach & assistant U19 Coach at Dutch club Fortuna Sittard. Guido studied in England, worked in...
Stu Singer | Pre-Season Psychology Episode
29 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary talks with Sports Psychology and Performance Coach, Stu Singer, on how best to integrate mindset into the pre-season planning. What is the best w...
Ryland Morgans | Pre-Season Fitness Episode
28 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary is joined by Fitness and Performance Coach, Ryland Morgans, to discuss the best ways for coaches to integrate their game plan into pre-season tra...
Cody Royle | Where Others Won't
26 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary talks to author and Aussie Rules coach, Cody Royle, about a number of topics surrounding culture. They discuss his book 'Where Others Won't', how...
Carmelina Moscato | The Value of Tough Conversations
19 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary is joined by current Stingrays United Senior Director of Coaching, Carmelina Moscato. The Olympic Bronze medalist discusses the impact former Can...
NWSL Rewind with Clifton Bush - Match Day 15
18 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor and Lindsay Vera to review the weekend games and discuss what teams are best placed to make a playoff push as ...
Jed Davies | Working in the Shadows
16 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary is joined by coach, author and tactical analyst, Jed Davies, to discuss his coaching philosophy, how he personally analyzes games, his thoughts o...
Tom Byer | Football Starts At Home
09 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary is joined by global youth development expert, Tom Byer, to discuss his philosophy on parents playing the most important role in youth development...
Mal Pugh on #NWSL Rewind with Clifton Bush - Match Day 13
06 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor to review the weekend games. He also has an exclusive in-depth interview with Mal Pugh (32:38), who discusses ...
NWSL Rewind Show with Erwin van Bennekom - Match Day 12
28 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor to review the weekend games. He also has an exclusive in-depth interview with Erwin van Bennekom(51:28), who d...
Michael Beale | You Versus Yourself
27 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary talks new Glasgow Rangers assistant coach, Michael Beale, about player development and a host of topics related to coaching. Mick's work as forme...
NWSL Rewind Show with Yael Averbuch - Match Day 11
22 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor to review the weekend games. He also has an exclusive in-depth interview with Yael Averbuch(50:21), who discus...
Dan Micciche | Thinking Outside The Box
19 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary is joined by former England, Crystal Palace, Spurs, and MK Dons youth coach Dan Micciche. Credited with the development of England midfielder, De...
World Cup Special | YOU are the Coach!
13 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary talks to a group of coaches with an incredible range of experiences and views on the game. Craig Harrington (former Turks & Caicos Head Coach), E...
Kevin George: Soccology
11 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary chats to former professional player Kevin George about his experiences as a player, moving into performance psychology and the release of his new...
NWSL Rewind Show with Clifton Bush - Match Day 10
08 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor to review the weekend games in the NWSL.
Sam Walker: The Captain Class
06 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary catches up with highly acclaimed Wall Street Journal writer Sam Walker and talk about his phenomenal book, 'The Captain Class'. It was named one ...
Jess Fishlock Interview | Does Winning Really Drive a Winner?
01 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary catches up with Seattle Reign and Wales captain, Jess Fishlock. She discusses how she taught herself the game, rebuilding her game in Holland, th...
NWSL Rewind Show with Clifton Bush - Match Day 9
01 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor to review the weekend games. He also has Part II of an in-depth interview with Anthony DiCicco(45:17), who dis...
Aaron Hughes | Getting to the Top.... And Staying There
26 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary is joined by Northern Ireland legend Aaron Hughes. He's played over 400 Premier League games and 110 games for his country, making his debut for ...
#NWSL Rewind Show with Anthony DiCicco - Match Day 8
24 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor to review the weekend games. He also has an in-depth interview with Anthony DiCicco(45:17), who discusses his ...
Andy Rose | A Unique Path
17 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary catches up with Motherwell defender Andy Rose on the week of their Scottish Cup Final battle with Celtic. Gary discusses the preparation for the ...
#NWSL Rewind Show with Jenny Ruiz - Match Day 7
16 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor to review the weekend games. He also has an in-depth interview with former Seattle Reign and Mexico national t...
Ask Gary | How Do You Manage and Maximize Your Time as a Coach?
14 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
John Robertson asks Gary how he structures his day and manages his full-time coaching responsibilities with providing content for the coaching communi...
#NWSL Rewind Show with Clifton Bush - Match Day 6
09 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor to review the weekend games. He also has an in-depth interview with Seattle Reign staff member Troy McKerrell ...
Nate Lie | College Recruiting and Team Building
08 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary catches up with his old friend and former colleague at University of Cincinnati, Nate Lie. Nate is currently Head Coach at Xavier University and ...
#NWSL Rewind Show with Clifton Bush - Match Day 5
02 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor to review the weekend games. He also has an in-depth interview with former Boston Breakers goalkeeper Libby St...
Jack Brazil | Inside the Modern Soccer Coach Mentorship Program
30 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary is joined by Jack Brazil, a UEFA 'B' Coach who currently works in the Cayman Islands. He is a member of the Mentorship Program and has been under...
100,000 Podcast Plays... Thank You Gift!
26 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We have hit over 100,000 plays for the podcast. Gary would like to thank everyone for their contribution and support, and has a free gift for all coac...
#NWSL Rewind Show with Garga Caserta - Match Day 4
25 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor and Dustin Downey to review the weekend games. He also has an in-depth interview with Portland Thorns assistan...
David Preece | The Goalkeeper Epsiode
23 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary is joined by former Sunderland and Aberdeen goalkeeper, David Preece. Now a top journalist in England, David shares his views on how the goalkeep...
#NWSL Rewind Show with Clifton Bush - Match Day3
18 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor and Holly Hein to review the weekend games. He also has an in-depth interview with Utah Royals assistant coach...
Danny Dichio - The Power of Experience
16 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Danny Dichio - The Power of Experience by Gary Curneen
Ask Gary: Daily Culture Building Exercises?
11 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Gagliardo, Girls Soccer Head Coach at Cranford High School, quizzes Gary about how to set his team up for success this season.
Sacrifice: What Are You Prepared to Give Up As a Coach? | A Conversation with Sarah Lowdon
07 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary talks Sarah Lowdon from University of Florida, on what she has given up to work in her dream role with the Gators. She talks about her definition...
#NWSL REWIND with Matt Beard - Match Day 2
03 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Clifton Bush reviews the weekend games with Sierra Taylor, and then has an exclusive interview with former Boston Breakers head coach, Matt Beard. The...
Grassroots Q&A with Gary Curneen
29 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary is joined by Martyn Irvine, who has recently founded PCT Coaching, aimed at providing support to grassroots players and coaches. He quizzes Gary ...
#NWSL REWIND with Clifton Bush - Match Day 1
27 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Clifton Bush talks about the first round of games with co-host Sierra Taylor. They are joined by Chicago Red Stars assistant coach, Craig Harrington, ...
Critical Coaches Vs. Creative Coaches | A Conversation with Stevie Grieve
24 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Tactical expert and UEFA 'A' Licensed coach, Stevie Grieve gives his views on match analysis and how we should be watching the game. He also discusses...
Culture of Accountability | A Conversation with Mark Wilson
20 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Wilson grew up in the Manchester United youth academy and was part of the first team squad from 1997 to 2001. During that time he experienced the...
New Partnership! Modern Soccer Coach teams up with #NWSLrewind
19 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We are kicking off the new National Women's Soccer League season with a weekly review show hosted on the Modern Soccer Coach podcast. Clifton Bush wil...
Pro Player, Pro License, and Pro Approach | A Conversation with Dean Austin
17 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary catches up with former Tottenham Hotspurs and Crystal Palace defender, Dean Austin, who has brought the same approach towards his coaching that h...
How Bad Do You Want It? | A Conversation with Ivan Sproule
13 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary talks with his youth teammate, and former Hibs and Bristol City player Ivan Sproule, about making it as a professional at 23 and what he learned ...
What's Wrong With Thinking Pep Has It Easy? | Gary's Opinion
08 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary explains why thinking that Pep has it easy with access to the world's best players and funding can have can have harmful effects to the coaching ...
Champion Minded | A Conversation with Allistair McCaw
06 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary talks with a coach who has worked alongside Olympians, Paralympians, World Champion Athletes and Grand Slam Winners to shape their mindset and he...
Hunger & Humility | A Conversation with Gyasi Zardes
02 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary sits down with US national team and LA Galaxy legend Gyasi Zardes. Now at Columbus Crew, Gyasi talks about the differences between college and pr...
Culture and Coaches | A Conversation with Donna Fishter
25 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary talks with Culture specialist Donna Fishter on how a coach can shape an environment that players can embrace and grow as players, people, and lea...
Relentless Pursuit of the Performance Mind | A Conversation with Stu Singer
22 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Sports Psychology and Performance Coach, Stu Singer, talks to Gary about all how coaches can improve their knowledge and delivery of the mental aspect...
Living The Dream | A Conversation with Simone Magill
17 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary catches up with Everton professional player Simone Magill, who even at 23 years old has achieved an enormous amount in the game, including becomi...
Creating a New Norm | A Conversation with David Roberston
14 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary talks with David Roberston, one of the mentee coaches currently involved in the Modern Soccer Coach Worldwide Mentorship Program. David is the CU...
Humility and Leadership | A Conversation with Todd Beane
09 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary catches up with Todd Beane (Founder of the TOVO Academy in Barcelona)to talk about how coach education has changed, why we should look beyond res...
Everything Communicates | A Conversation with Gerard Jones
05 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary catches up with Gerard Jones, author of 'Lets Talk Soccer' and a coach with experience in a number of countries including US and England, before ...
Dan Abrahams Convention Panel Chat | Part Two
01 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Part two where Dan sits down with coaches (Kat Nicholls, Paul Templeton, Clifton Bush) based in the US to discuss a variety of coaching topics within ...
The Value of an Open Mind | A Conversation with Neill Collins
29 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Neill Collins has had a 16 year professional playing career, in the Premier League with Sunderland and currently with Tampa Bay Rowdies. Gary sits dow...
Dan Abrahams Convention Panel Chat | Part One
24 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Abrahams Convention Panel Chat | Part One by Gary Curneen
Thoughts and Reflections from United Soccer Coaches Convention
22 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
What did I learn and who stood out? Gary gives his views on an eventful week in Philadelphia.
I'm a Young Coach and My Players Don't Respect Me | Q&A with Gary Curneen
15 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Gary addresses how to get buy-in from youth players who complain that sessions are boring and are not open to coaching.
Re-Evaluating Your Development as a Coach | A Conversation with Lisa Cole
09 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Few coaches have experience like Lisa Cole. She has worked at youth, club, college, pro and international level, and recently became Assistant Coach a...
Winning and Developing in the Youth Game | A Conversation with Sean Nahas
04 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
What separates the top youth players from the rest and how do we work on developing it at younger ages? Gary gets the answers from NC Courage NWSL Ass...
Clarity is Confidence | MSC Webinar with Tom Bates
29 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Tom Bates, Head Performance Psychologist at Aston Villa Football Club, joins Gary and 172 other coaches for the recent Modern Soccer Coach webinar. To...
Beyond The Game | A Conversation With Training Ground Guru
24 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Founder of Training Ground Guru, Simon Austin, joins Gary to discuss what some of the top clubs in England are doing behind the scenes and what's the ...
Ask Gary: How to Differentiate Yourself as a Coach
22 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Anel Lilic has a couple of questions for Gary about how to separate yourself as a coach, and what are the daily habits that define the successful ones...
Brave New World | A Conversation With Guillem Balagué
19 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Gary is joined by Spanish soccer journalist, Guillem Balague, author of the new book 'Brave New World' which gives an in-depth look into the life and ...
Nothing Gets In The Way | A Conversation with Earl Barrett
16 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Gary catches up with former Everton, Aston Villa, and England defender Earl Barrett to talk about the characters in the 1990s teams, preparing mentall...
Healthy Obsession | A Conversation with Tiffany Weimer
14 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Women's Pro Soccer player Tiffany Weimer from Boston Breakers joins Gary to talk about her career and experiences in the game. She talks about how pas...
Ask Gary: Igniting passion in youth players today
08 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Gary Curneen gives his response to a common problem with youth sports today: the absence of passion and competitiveness.
Simplicity and Consistency| A conversation with Paul Dalglish
06 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Dalglish joins Gary Curneen to talk about the Liverpool boot room, the challenges of being a general manager and coach, and his views on youth de...
Ask Gary: What Do You Look For In a Player?
29 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Question from Keith Beatty on the process of building teams and culture.
Playing Under Sir Alex Ferguson | A Conversation with John Curtis
27 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
How does growing up in the Manchester United youth academy at the peak of their dominance shape a young player? John gives a phenomenal insight into c...