Player Development Project Podcast - Learning Tools for Soccer Coaching
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Masterclass: Inside AFC Wimbledon with Jeremy Sauer
20 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this in depth discussion, PDP Editor Dave Wright speaks to Jeremy Sauer, Academy Manager at AFC Wimbledon.Jeremy is a coach and leader with a wealt...
Masterclass: Behind the Scenes at The RFU: Russell Earnshaw
01 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this fantastic interview with England U18 Rugby Coach, Russell Earnshaw, PDP Editor, Dave Wright dives into a conversation with Russell on the type...
Q&A: When should I play a player up or down a level?
27 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The question this week comes from Ryan, via Twitter: “What are the main criteria when considering playing a player down? My son is Q4 and physically...
Q&A: How do I develop individual learning plans for my players?
20 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The question this week comes from Jody, via PDP Facebook page: “How do you develop individual learning plans, and then evaluate them?”Exclusive of...
Q&A: 20 must read books for coaches
13 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The question this week comes from Pete, via Twitter: “What books do you recommend that coaches read?” Exclusive offer for Podcast listeners: 30 Da...
Q&A: What are the best 9v9 formations, and why?
06 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The question this week comes from John, via the PDP Facebook page: “What are the best 9v9 formations, and why?” Exclusive offer for Podcast listen...
Q&A: If player development is not about winning, what is it about?
29 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The question this week comes from Tony, via Facebook: “It’s often said, that player development isn’t about winning. So what is it about?” Exc...
Q&A: What is the benefit of a player-led training session?
22 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The question this week comes from Liam, via the PDP Innovation Space: "I’m working with players around the age of 14. What are your thoughts on...
Masterclass: The United Approach with Paul McGuinness
19 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Paul McGuinness was immersed in the world of Manchester United as a player and coach for 28 years.Paul learnt his craft from his father Wilf, a Manche...
Q&A: What is your advice to a beginner coach?
15 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The question this week comes from Mikael, via the PDP Innovation Space: "What is your advice to a beginner in the field of football coaching?&quo...
Q&A: How do we develop a style of play?
08 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The question this week comes from Chris, via the PDP Innovation Space: "What is the best way to identify and develop a style of play for our club...
Q&A: What is your planning process?
01 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The question this week comes from Ash, via Twitter: "What is your planning process?" Exclusive offer for Podcast listeners: 30 Days Free Act...
Q&A: How do I affect players of all abilities in my group?
25 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The question this week comes from Spence, via Twitter:“What are your thoughts of the potential negative effect on players playing at a sub-standard ...
Q&A: What is coaching?
18 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The question this week comes from Dan Wright, who was asked: “What is coaching?” Exclusive offer for Podcast listeners: 30 Days Free Active Member...
Masterclass: Maximising Player Potential
15 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Don’t miss this fantastic Masterclass Discussion with New Zealand Football Technical Director, Rob Sherman. PDP Editor, Dave Wright, drives the disc...
Q&A: How can I coach awareness?
11 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The question this week comes from Nick via Facebook: "As an NPL (National Premier League, Australia) coach and now a parent, my son has been iden...
Q&A: How can I coach team captain attributes?
04 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The question this week comes from Stuart via Facebook: "If I have a few players who I think have the right qualities to be the team’s captain, ...
Masterclass Discussion: Football For Good
01 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Enjoy this inspirational insight from Adrian Bradbury, Founder & Director of Football For Good in Uganda. With a wide-ranging background in busi...
Q&A: How can I combat slow starts in games?
28 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The question this week comes from Mark via Twitter: “I coach an U12s team who are going into U13s next year. How would you combat slow starts in gam...
Q&A: How can I help my team improve their defending?
21 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The question this week comes from Michael: "While we score a lot of goals, my U14 team are constantly conceding a lot of goals. Do you have some ...
Q&A: How can I help my players improve their ball skills?
14 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The question this week comes from Terry: "I’m coaching on my own with U9s and my group has expanded to as many as 18-20 players. What sessions ...
Q&A: The Power of Video: What do I look for as a coach?
07 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The question this week comes from Nick: “How do I watch live games as a coach, and what should I be looking for?” Exclusive offer for Podcast list...
Q&A: How can I deal with difficult parents on the sidelines?
30 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The question this week comes from Sean: "Many of the parents in my team are exceptionally vocal, often coaching the players from the sideline and...
Masterclass Discussion: Inside Nottingham Forest
27 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Tom Mallinson is a UEFA A license holder who works at Nottingham Forest as the U16 coach. Tom has been part of the staff at Nottingham Forest staff fo...
Q&A: How can I encourage my players to pass the ball more?
23 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The question this week comes from Chris: "Within my team I have got a lot of players who tend to just dribble the ball all the time. How can I ...
Q&A: What are some different communication strategies I can use with my players?
16 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The question this week comes from Michelle: "Sometimes I feel like I use Q&A too much in my communication style. Can you talk through the dif...
Q&A: How can I help my players dominate possession?
10 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The question this week comes from Daniel: "How can I better teach my players to move off the ball in order to dominate possession?"Exclusive...
Q&A: Should I separate goalkeepers from outfield players at training?
07 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The question this week comes from John: “I have an assistant coach who regularly insists on working with the goalkeepers separately. What are your...
Q&A: How can I work on switching play with my U12 team?
05 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The question this week comes from Lauren: “Do you have any advice on how I work on switching play with my under 12 team?”Exclusive offer for Podca...
Masterclass: Ben Bartlett
03 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Masterclass: Ben Bartlett In this episode, PDP’s Dave Wright interviews the FA’s Ben Bartlett. Ben Bartlett has been involved with The FA as a coa...
Welcome to the PDP Podcast
01 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the PDP Podcast! Over the past few months, more and more of our members have been asking us to create a podcast so they can listen to PDP c...