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Apr 17, 202436:35

S4 Ep18: Pro Licence insights with Vicky Jepson, Yaya Toure and Ian Bateman

Transcript on England Football Community⁠ - (https://bit.ly/3xk5VJP)

We’re joined by three learners on this year's Pro Licence course in this episode – Vicky Jepson, Yaya Toure and Ian Bateman. We get insight into what the Pro Licence course looks like from the inside, and they share their top coaching advice.

The three coaches each bring with them a unique perspective. We speak with Vicky about her empathetic leadership approach. She gives advice on how players can listen and understand players better, how to have the difficult conversations that need to be had, and why empathy is essential in coaching.

Yaya champions flexibility and he shares tips on how coaches can be more adaptable during sessions. He uncovers the challenges that he faced during his transition from playing to coaching. He also gives his insight into how he was able to become a more patient coach and the other skills he believes make a great coach.

Ian offers his insight into what sets the Pro Licence course apart, and the highlights of the diverse range of tasks he’s been set so far. We learn about how this has developed Ian as a coach, and the transferable skills that new coaches may already have that they can leverage to get off to a flying start.

Covered in this episode:

What the UEFA Pro Licence is all about – what to expect and real experiences from learners on the course.
The most important skills and attributes to build on as a coach.
What consistency means in coaching and why it’s important.
How to have difficult conversations.
Advice for brand new coaches.
The challenges that players transitioning to coaching can face.
The transferable skills which are valuable for new coaches that many already have.

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Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum) and post them there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

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Apr 03, 202432:37

S4 Ep17: Helping players who are colour blind with Ryan Davies

Transcript on England Football Community - (https://bit.ly/3VpKT6d)

Around 1 in 12 males and 1 in 200 females have colour blindness to a degree. And in the colourful game of football, this creates unique challenges for players with colour blindness.

In this episode, we’re joined by FA physical education officer, Ryan Davies. Ryan is part of the coach development team and works with teachers, trainee teachers and coaches to support them in delivering high-quality PE. Ryan shares with us his journey from his early experience of volunteering at a primary school to teaching around the world.

As someone with colour blindness, Ryan has plenty of insight into the condition and how it affects players. He sheds light on both the day-to-day challenges that the condition poses and how it shows up in football. He shares actionable strategies that coaches and teachers can use to identify if a player has colour blindness. We also discover the simple changes that can be made to support players with colour blindness and make football more accessible.

Covered in this episode:

Top tips for new coaches.

The skills needed to be a successful coach.

What is colour blindness and how does after people in their day-to-day lives?

The challenges that colour blindness poses within football.

What to look out for that may suggest a player has colour blindness.

Simple changes that coaches can make to support players with colour blindness.

Are there any professional football players with colour blindness?

What’s being done to support those with colour blindness in the wider game?

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Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠England Football Community forum⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum) and post them there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

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Editing and show notes by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Claricast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. (https://www.clarioncast.com/)

Mar 20, 202439:34

S4 Ep16: Managing player behaviour and engagement with Ben Hardaker

Transcript on England Football Community⁠⁠⁠⁠ - (https://bit.ly/3OQHI3I)

The only person’s behaviour you can control is your own. This is advice that casual coach developer, Ben Hardaker, keeps with him when coaching. Ben has extensive experience in coaching and teaching, and he brings that expertise to this episode as we dive deep into the topic of behaviour.

There are many causes of poor behaviour, from lack of engagement in a session to player experiences outside of training. Ben provides invaluable advice on how we can mitigate it, from the questions coaches should be asking themselves when it does occur, to how to prevent it.

We speak about codes of conduct, and Ben gives us an overview of how he makes expectations known in a way that players will take on board. Ben also shares his top session ideas, and some powerful techniques to improve your coaching skills that you may never have considered.

Covered in this episode:

What Ben learned from teaching and coaching other sports that he brought into coaching football.
How to show up as a good role model for players.
The three expectations that make up Ben’s code of conduct.
Why poor behaviour happens.
The questions to ask yourself when poor behaviour occurs.
How to get young players more engaged in sessions.
Keeping emotions in check on matchday.
Tips for keeping communication clear and concise.
Top session ideas.

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Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our ⁠⁠⁠England Football Community forum⁠⁠⁠ (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum) and post them there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via ⁠⁠⁠Coachcast@thefa.com⁠⁠⁠.

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Mar 06, 202452:29

S4 Ep15: First steps into coaching with Suey Smith

Transcript on England Football Community⁠⁠⁠ - (https://bit.ly/48iTYkb)

While gaining experience is key to advancing as a coach, experience in football isn’t essential to getting started.

In this episode, we’re joined by Suey Smith, who since recording is now an FA youth coach developer in the professional game. We discover how Suey got into football and coaching when opportunities for females in football were limited. Coaching was how Suey could stay connected with football and start a football career.

Suey draws on her coaching experience to advise on how women can get into coaching. She shares the stories of her first playing and coaching experiences and the advice that she would give herself when she first started.

We go over the skills that you make use of every day, that you can draw from and apply to coaching. And for those who are thinking about stepping over the sidelines, Suey lays out how people can find the right club for them, learn the ropes and get involved.

Covered in this episode:

How women can get into coaching.

Advice for brand new coaches.

Do you need a background in football to start coaching?

Finding the transferable skills that you already have that you can use as a new coach.

Where to find the support to get started with coaching.

How to find a club that aligns with your values.

Supporting others with getting involved and finding your assistant coach.
How to be an ally to women in football.

A great session idea that you can use for sessions of any age group.

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Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our ⁠⁠England Football Community forum⁠⁠ (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum) and post them there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via ⁠⁠Coachcast@thefa.com⁠⁠.

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https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVw

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Feb 21, 202433:46

S4 Ep14: An insight into coaching adults with Sarah Lowden

Transcript on England Football Community⁠⁠ - (https://bit.ly/47Tsh1a)

Coaching in the adult game and coaching in the youth game have their nuances, but they also share many similarities. In this episode, former FA regional coach development officer, Sarah Lowden, returns to explore this and to share her journey so far.

As a coach, it can be a challenge getting the most out of the hour a week that you have with your players, and Sarah gives her thoughts on how to make the most out of the time you have with them. She explains the difference between coaching your players and not the session, and how to tailor your sessions around what each player needs.

We dive deep into what sets apart the youth game and the open-age game and Sarah offers advice for coaches moving from one to the other. We speak about the vast age difference that can be witnessed in the open-age game and how coaches can manage relationships between players. Sarah gives her insights into how to design sessions that keep adults engaged. And we speak about matchday and what planning should look like for different age groups.

Covered in this episode:

Debunking the myths of the adult game versus the youth game.
Tips for coaches moving from the youth game to the adult game.
How to make the most out of an hour a week with your players.
Managing relationships between players of vastly different ages.
Top tips for keeping adults engaged in sessions.
Matchday planning in the open-age game versus youth football.

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Feb 07, 202445:16

S4 Ep13: Coaching 15 to 19-year-olds with Pete Augustine

Transcript on England Football Community⁠⁠ - (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/podcasts/coachcast/w/coachcast-transcripts/1534/episode-thirteen-coaching-15-to-19-year-olds-with-pete-augustine)

When coaching teenagers, the only consistent thing is that they’re inconsistent. This insight comes from FA coach development officer, Pete Augustine.

In this episode, Pete shares with us his journey so far and offers his expertise on coaching 15 to 19-year-olds. Pete’s role covers London and the South East with a focus on diversity and inclusion.

Pete discovered both football and coaching at a young age. He soon discovered that a ‘barking orders’ approach wasn’t working and he shares with us the change that he made to his coaching approach that he found helped players develop much more successfully. We speak about how explaining the ‘why’ to players can help better engage them in practices.

Pete shares his insight into how coaches can tailor their communication to teenagers and design their environment and sessions to keep them engaged. We speak about the challenges that teenagers uniquely face and how to support them as a coach.

Not every player has the same needs and Pete shares with us how coaches can meet these differing needs.

Covered in this episode:

How Pete became interested in coaching at a young age.
The influence of playing experience on coaching methods.
Why as a coach you should be telling players “why".
The skills of a transformational coach for 15 to 19-year-olds
Tailoring coaching sessions for individual players.
Crafting the right environment for 15 to 19-year-olds.
How to engage and connect with teenage players.
Pitfalls to avoid when coaching this age group.
Preparing teenage players for both wins and losses.
What to look out for when coaching adults and teenagers simultaneously.

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Editing and show notes by ⁠⁠Claricast⁠⁠. (https://www.clarioncast.com/)

Jan 24, 202445:27

S4 Ep12: Dealing with poor behaviour with Vicky and Vinny

Transcript on England Football Community - (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/podcasts/coachcast/w/coachcast-transcripts/1533/episode-twelve-dealing-with-poor-behaviour-with-vicky-and-vinny)

In our ‘A conversation about our game survey’, 71% of people questioned believe poor behaviour is the most significant problem in grassroots football at the moment. That’s why we’ve decided to centre this episode on poor behaviour and how to deal with it.

We’re joined by Vicky Fisher and Vinny Halsall. Vicky is a regional coach development officer who supports getting more females in the game and looking after them, as well as supporting coaches in general. Vinny works with the PE team, supporting trainee and currently practising teachers across the south west region.

We hear examples from Vicky and Vinny of poor behaviours that they’ve witnessed during games. We speak about the importance of maintaining respect and the impacts that poor behaviour can have. Our guests share plenty of actionable advice on how to deal with unacceptable behaviour – both preventing it from happening, and dealing with many types of situations when they do inevitably arise.

Covered in this episode:

The impacts of poor behaviour on the game and players.
Real-life examples of poor behaviour in football.
How to encourage good behaviours in players and spectators.
How to communicate in a way that’s both friendly and affirmative.
How to keep our own behaviours in check during stressful situations.
Advice on dealing with escalating situations where individuals may become aggressive.
The role of the respect marshals and the skillset required to take on the role.
How to go about reporting bad behaviour.
Vicky and Vinny’s top coaching tips.

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Jan 10, 202443:49

S4 Ep11: Giving players the platform to develop and thrive with Debbie Barry

Transcript on England Football Community - (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/podcasts/coachcast/w/coachcast-transcripts/1532/episode-eleven-giving-players-the-platform-to-develop-and-thrive-with-debbie-barry)

If you just turn up, you could have a huge impact on someone’s life. This has been Debbie Barry’s experience, who joins us for the first time on Coachcast to share her journey so far and offer her expertise on practice design and much more.

Debbie is an FA physical education officer who supports training teachers in primary and secondary PE as well as grassroots coaches through courses. She shares her early experiences with football, and we hear about the spark that cemented her love for the game. We discover how Debbie made the move from playing to coaching and teaching.

Coaches can expect to hear plenty of actionable advice from Debbie from the first coaching session to crafting sessions that meet the needs of all players and keep them coming back for more. We speak about the importance of the playing environment, and what a positive environment looks like. Debbie also shares her top coaching tips and advice on working with players of mixed abilities and we speak about how coaches can get more girls involved in football.

Covered in this episode:

How Debbie got involved in coaching and teaching.
The skills needed to make a transformational coach.
What does a good positive environment look like?
Designing sessions that make players want to come back.
Advice on working with players of mixed ability.
Developing sessions that meet the needs of all players within a large group.
Session structures
Tips for how coaches can encourage girls to get involved.
The best advice that Debbie has ever received.

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Dec 27, 202347:11

S4 Ep10: The art of defending with Warren Hackett

Transcript on England Football Community (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/podcasts/coachcast/w/coachcast-transcripts/1531/episode-ten-the-art-of-defending-with-warren-hackett)

Becoming a defender might not be as popular with new players compared to being a striker. But there is a real art to defending. In this episode, Warren Hackett gives his insight on that and how we can help players develop their defending skills.

Warren, now an FA youth coach developer for the South East, takes us through his career as a professional footballer, and we learn about his transition into a coaching career that has led to coaching roles in Canada and India.

We ask Warren how defending has changed over the years. We dive deep into the skills that players need to become effective defenders and Warren offers advice to coaches on how they can develop these skills in players.

Warren gives advice on how coaches can observe games differently, to give them a better understanding of defending. We cover the six themes for the out-of-possession game with an overview of what they are, why they’re important and how to improve them. We also speak about how The FA’s six core capabilities can be applied to defending. Plus, Warren offers his tips for working on defending with younger players and at grassroots level and he leaves us with his swift session idea.

Covered in this episode:

The journey Warren Hackett took from professional football to coaching.
How has defending changed over the years?
How coaches can develop the communication skills of defenders.
Top tips for working on defending with younger players and at grassroots level.
How coaches can help players develop their defending skills within The FA’s six core capabilities.
The importance of the ‘before, during and after’ framework.
Warren’s top coaching tips and session idea.

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Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.

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England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/

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England Football Learning Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearning

Email - Coachcast@thefa.com

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Editing and show notes by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Claricast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.clarioncast.com/)

Dec 13, 202346:02

S4 Ep9: How to support player development with Adam Dunleavy

In this episode, we discover the journey of Women’s High Performance Centre coach development officer, Adam Dunleavy and get his advice on supporting player development during training and matchday.

We dive deep into the coach-player connection and how understanding your players is a key that can propel players forward. Adam gives his insights into the questions to ask and when the right time to give feedback is. Mistakes are also an integral part of both a player's and a coach's journey, and we speak about how to learn from them.

Achieving balance as a coach can be a challenge. The balance between individual improvement versus focusing on the whole team; balancing what players think they need versus what they do need and balancing those needs with getting results. Adam shares with us actionable tips on how to achieve that balance as a coach.

Adam gives us an overview of The FA’s six core capabilities and how coaches can use them to support players and he shares a handy acronym for remembering them. He also speaks on The FA’s 4 Corner Model and offers tips on developing players in each of the four sections.

Covered in this episode:

• What are the High Performance Centres all about?

• Adam’s first experiences of football and coaching.

• Adam’s top coaching tips and session idea.

• How to better understand your player’s needs.

• What are The FA’s six core capabilities and how coaches can use them to help players improve?

• Tips on developing players on each section of The FA’s 4 Corner Model.

• Achieving balance as a coach.

• How to make the most out of mistakes to help players and coaches grow.

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Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.

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England Football Learning - https://learn.englandfootball.com/

England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVw

England Football Learning Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearning

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Nov 29, 202341:10

S4 Ep8: The future of youth football with Clare and Folly

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In this episode, senior national development manager Clare Daniels returns to Coachcast joined by head of grassroots coach development John (Folly) Folwell, to talk about the future of youth football.

The FA has worked with Liverpool John Moores University to record over 450 games in order to review the youth game. Clare and Folly give us a behind-the-scenes look at the impacts that the review will have on attaining four key outcomes. We speak about how children can be provided with the best experience of the game possible, as well as the values of youth football and the underpinning philosophy of the project.

Clare and Folly give their insight into what kind of changes to the laws of the game we might see in the future, and how clubs and coaches will be supported with any changes that are made. We also go away with our guest’s top coaching tips and session ideas.

Covered in this episode:

What is the future of youth football project all about?
The impacts of reviewing the youth game.
The four key outcomes that The FA is aiming to achieve through this project.
The values of youth football.
A vision of what the future of football could look like.
What support will there be to help clubs and coaches implement any changes?
Clare and Folly’s top coaching tips and session ideas.

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Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our ⁠⁠England Football Community forum⁠⁠ (⁠⁠https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum⁠⁠) and post them there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.

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⁠⁠England Football Learning⁠⁠ - https://learn.englandfootball.com/

⁠⁠England Football Community⁠⁠ - https://community.thefa.com/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVw

⁠⁠England Football Learning Twitter⁠⁠ - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearning

Email - Coachcast@thefa.com

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Nov 15, 202327:57

S4 Ep7: Using volume and variety effectively with Mark Leigh

⁠Transcript on England Football Community

Coaches can improve their sessions by using volume and variety effectively. In this episode, we speak with FA coach development officer, Mark Leigh, who gives his insight on how to do just that.

Mark shares with us his journey into coaching. While he felt that coaching wasn’t for him to begin with, he shares with us the turning point that changed his mind. We ask Mark his advice for parents who find themselves in the same position, and if they don’t feel they have sufficient knowledge of the game.

We speak about what it means to be a transformational coach, and we get an in-depth look into what volume and variety looks like in sessions. We also speak about why a balance between enjoyment and development is essential and Mark shares his top tips and session ideas.

Covered in this episode:

What changed Mark’s mind and led him to step into coaching?
What it means to use volume and variety effectively.
How a lack of variety in sessions can affect players.
Advice for parents who don’t feel that they have the knowledge to be a coach.
What it means to be a transformational coach.
The importance of balancing enjoyment and development.
How coaching has changed over the years.
Tips for session planning when you’re short on time.

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Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.

LEARN MORE

England Football Learning - https://learn.englandfootball.com/

England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVw

England Football Learning Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearning

Email - Coachcast@thefa.com

LISTEN

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Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsB

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Editing and show notes by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Claricast⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Nov 02, 202350:36

S4 Ep6: Discover powerchair football with Adam McEvoy

The 2023 FIPFA Powerchair Football World Cup is here! What better time to learn more about the format?

In this episode, we sit down with Adam McEvoy, national development manager at the Wheelchair Football Association. Adam shares with us his journey into coaching and gives us an in-depth look into powerchair football.

The Wheelchair Football Association is a national charity and the lead organisation for the format of powerchair football. Adam offers a wealth of insight into how the format works. We learn about the skills and attributes that coaches need to work in powerchair football. We find out what equipment and environment are needed for powerchair football. Adam also gives guidance on who can play the format and how players and coaches can get involved.

Adam also shares with us his insights into what to expect from the FIPFA Powerchair Football World Cup 2023 and his top coaching tips and session ideas.

Covered in this episode:

How did Adam get started in coaching?
How does the format of powerchair football work?
The best coaching advice that Adam’s ever received.
Who can play powerchair football?
How can players and coaches get involved with powerchair football?
Fostering good relationships between players, coaches and parents.
Insights into the FIPFA Powerchair Football World Cup 2023.

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Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/) and post them there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.

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LEARN MORE

FIPFA Powerchair Football Worldcup - https://www.fipfawc2023.org/
England Football Learning - https://learn.englandfootball.com/
England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/
England Football Learning on YouTube -
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVw
England Football Learning Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearning Email - Coachcast@thefa.com

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Oct 19, 202345:60

S4 Ep5: Developing an engaging environment for all with Darren Grover

In this episode, we’re joined by Darren Grover, FA PE officer for London and the South. Darren’s role has him supporting teachers and coaches in delivering high-quality education. We find out how Darren got started in football, and how he made it to his position today, as well as getting his valuable insights into a range of topics to help coaches and teachers better support players.

Darren shares with us the advice that he would give his younger self just starting out in coaching. We speak about the importance of allowing players, as well as coaches and teachers, to make mistakes so that they can learn from them.

We also speak about the environment - what a good one looks like and how to create one. Parents have a role in helping create the right environment for young players, too, and Darren gives insights into how to foster a good relationship with players’ families.

Darren also shares with us actionable tips on how to keep players engaged in sessions and the signs to look out for that tell when a player is disengaged. We also ask Darren his thoughts on how to meet the needs of every player when working with groups, and on integrating new players.

Finally, Darren shares with us his session idea and three top tips for teachers and coaches to have a positive impact on a player's journey.

Covered in this episode:

Making mistakes and why it’s not such a bad thing.
The key attributes and skills that make a transformational coach or teacher.
How much does football knowledge play in someone’s ability to coach?
What a good playing environment looks like and how to create one.
How to foster a good relationship with the player’s families.
How to keep players engaged in sessions.
How to meet the needs of every player in a group.
Top tips for coaches and teachers to positively impact a player’s journey.

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Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum/3174/coaching-problems-and-questions) and post them there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.

LEARN MORE

England Football Learning - https://learn.englandfootball.com/

England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVw

England Football Learning Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearning

LISTEN

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Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsB

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id1591804808

Editing and show notes by ⁠⁠⁠Claricast⁠⁠⁠.

Oct 04, 202350:06

S4 Ep4: Let's talk about safeguarding

[TRIGGER WARNING: This episode focuses on safeguarding and will reference lived experience of abuse in football.]

Everyone has a role to play in safeguarding, but what does good safeguarding look like and how do we play our part? In this episode, we’re joined by Ellie and Mark - two grassroots coaches and representatives of the FA Survivor Support and Safeguarding Advisory Group - to discuss safeguarding and why it’s so important.

Ellie and Mark tell us how and why the advisory group was formed and their role within it. They give us an overview of what exactly safeguarding is and the roles that everyone involved in the game have in ensuring players are safe.

We get actionable insights into how to create a good, safe culture within teams and clubs. Ellie and Mark offer advice on what to do if you witness a safeguarding concern and the signs to look out for before an incident occurs.

Ellie and Mark share with us their lived experiences of what bad safeguarding can lead to. They speak about the positive progress that has been made since then and the progress that still needs to be made.

Covered in this episode:

What is safeguarding in football?

Who is required to get involved in upholding good safeguarding practices?

What should you do if you witness a safeguarding concern?

What does good communication look like from a safeguarding standpoint?

What do good and bad cultures look like in clubs and teams?

Real examples of what bad safeguarding can lead to.

What has improved over the years in safeguarding in football, and how can things be improved?

How to learn more about safeguarding.

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INFORMATION AND SUPPORT

E: safeguarding@TheFA.com Information on safeguarding in football

NSPCC www.nspcc.org.uk/

0808 800 5000 Wide-ranging services aimed at tackling every form of child abuse.

NSPCC Football Helpline www.nspcc.org.uk/what-we-do/news-opinion/new-helpline-footballsexual-abuse/

T: 0800 023 2642 A specific helpline set up by the NSPCC for footballers who’ve experienced sexual abuse.

NAPAC https://napac.org.uk/

0808 801 0331 Supports adult survivors and training for those who support them.

Rape Crisis www.rapecrisis.org.uk/

0808 500 2222 This is a 24/7 free support line and web chat service for anyone aged 16+ in England and Wales affected by any form of sexual violence.

Safeline www.safeline.org.uk/

0808 800 5005 Operates a national male survivor helpline and online chat support service for men and boys across England and Wales affected by sexual violence.

This service is also available for family and friends supporting a male survivor.

Survivors Manchester www.survivorsmanchester.org.uk/

0808 500 2222 From its website to email support and telephone; the ‘Drop In’ to the Peer-support groups; through to trauma-informed therapy and the Independent Sexual Violence Service (ISVA); face-to-face and via online, Survivors Manchester’s survivor led services are open to any male survivor of sexual abuse across Greater Manchester.

SurvivorsUK www.survivorsuk.org

020 3598 3898 Supports men and boys, trans and non-binary survivors – and anyone who feels this service is appropriate for them. Counselling, groupwork, Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (ISVA) services based in London and national online helpline.

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GET IN TOUCH

Email - ⁠⁠⁠Coachcast@thefa.com⁠⁠⁠

Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our ⁠⁠⁠England Football Community forum⁠⁠⁠ (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum/3174/coaching-problems-and-questions) and post them there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via ⁠⁠⁠Coachcast@thefa.com⁠⁠⁠.

Editing and show notes by ⁠⁠⁠Claricast⁠⁠⁠.

Sep 20, 202328:09

S4 Ep3: The power of women in coaching with Sharon Muxworthy-McIvor

⁠⁠England Football Learning on YouTube⁠⁠ -

Getting more women involved in coaching has a transformative impact on growing players. In this episode, Sharon Muxworthy-McIvor, shares with us her journey into her role as an FA coach development officer. Sharon’s support is targeted at growing women. We speak in depth about the importance of getting more women into the game and how those who are interested can get involved.

The opportunity to play in a team wasn’t available for Sharon when she was in school. And while many more women are now playing and coaching football, some barriers still remain that we need to work together to break down. We speak about how we can collectively form a more inclusive landscape for the game and how men can become supportive allies.

Sharon shares plenty of fantastic coaching tips on how to ensure players are having fun and how to better connect and communicate with them. She also offers insights into the free "Stepping Over the Sidelines" workshops that support women in taking the first steps into getting involved with coaching.

Covered in this episode:

How opportunities for women and girls have developed in football.
The influence that playing and coaching other sports has had on Sharon’s football coaching approach.
The keys to connecting with your players.
Why it’s so important to have more female coaches in the game.
How we can make the game more inclusive and get more women involved.

Creating the right environment to encourage more women to take up coaching.
The similarities between the skills needed to be a coach and a mum.
Where to find help with learning the skills needed to become a coach.

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Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our ⁠England Football Community forum⁠ (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum/3174/coaching-problems-and-questions) and post them there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via ⁠Coachcast@thefa.com⁠.

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LEARN MORE

⁠⁠England Football Learning⁠⁠ - https://learn.englandfootball.com/

⁠⁠England Football Community⁠⁠ - https://community.thefa.com/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVw

⁠⁠England Football Learning Twitter⁠⁠ - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearning

Email - ⁠⁠Coachcast@thefa.com⁠⁠

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Sep 06, 202347:38

S4 Ep2: Player development and session design with Phil Shead

In this episode, we’re joined by FA youth coach developer, Phil Shead. Phil looks after five northeast-based clubs and brings with him plenty of top tips for coaches. He shares with us his journey so far and how he got to the position he’s in today.

We speak in depth about the transformational power of a people-focused approach to coaching over a more task-focused one. Phil speaks about the benefits that he’s seen first-hand after he began focusing more on developing individuals. He shares advice on how coaches can think more ‘people first’ and how to support individual player development while working with a team.

Phil also gives his insight into session design. We learn how coaches can use STEP to design sessions that allow their players to get better and how coaches can tell when it’s the right time to alter their session. Phil also explains the practice spectrum and how can it help player development. And we speak about small-sided games and how they can benefit players.

Covered in this episode:

Phil’s first experiences with football.
How to help children become more comfortable in new environments.
His experience in grassroots and academy settings.
The key skills and attributes that make transformational coaches and effective players.
The power of ‘people-first’ coaching over a more task-focused approach.
What is the practice spectrum and how can it help player development?
How to support individual player development while working with a team.
Using STEP to design sessions that empower players to get better.
The benefits of small-sided games.
Top tips for working with primary-aged players.

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Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum/3174/coaching-problems-and-questions) and post them there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.

LEARN MORE

The STEP framework - https://learn.englandfootball.com/articles/resources/2022/Make-coaching-personal-with-the-STEP-framework

What is the practice spectrum? - https://learn.englandfootball.com/articles/resources/2023/What-is-the-practice-spectrum

Why you should try 3v3 small-sided games - https://learn.englandfootball.com/articles/resources/2022/Why-you-should-try-3v3-small-sided-games

England Football Learning - https://learn.englandfootball.com/

England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/

Community forum post - https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum/4905/how-do-you-use-area-sizes-creatively-in-sessions

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVw

England Football Learning Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearning

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Aug 23, 202349:18

S4 Ep1: Play Phase with Clare Daniels and Pete Sturgess

To kick off the first episode of season 4, we’re joined by Clare Daniels & Pete Sturgess to discuss the Play Phase and their advice for how all adults can play a positive role in creating the best environment for players.

Clare & Pete give us the low-down on what exactly the Play Phase is and how it came about. The Play Phase is more than just a phase, it’s a philosophy, and we learn how the power of play can help children to build skills for life, not just for football. We also learn about the role of the ‘captains of play’ of the Play Phase and what their role is.

We get insight into the role of parents and carers in the Play Phase. The Play Phase doesn’t always look like football, and it’s essential to communicate the benefits of the philosophy with parents and carers. Clare & Pete share tips for how captains of play can get parents and carers on board, and how parents and carers can support their children before, during and after a Play Phase session.

Covered in this episode:

What is the Play Phase?
The outcomes that the Play Phase sets out to achieve for players.
Why it doesn’t matter that the Play Phase doesn’t always look like football.
Why are coaches in the Play Phase referred to as ‘captains of play’?
Why assessing children by how many goals they've scored shouldn’t be the main focus.
How to get parents on board with the Play Phase philosophy.
What questions should parents and carers be asking coaches and captains of play?
If parents or carers dissagree with a coach how should they approach it?
The benefits of parents/carers and coaches working together.

More information on Play Phase will be available in September 2023.

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Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our ⁠England Football Community forum⁠ (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum/3174/coaching-problems-and-questions) and post them there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via ⁠Coachcast@thefa.com⁠.

LEARN MORE

⁠England Football Learning⁠ - https://learn.englandfootball.com/

⁠England Football Community⁠ - https://community.thefa.com/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVw

⁠England Football Learning Twitter⁠ - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearning

Transcript on England Football Community⁠

LISTEN

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Aug 09, 202342:17

S3 Ep23: Sam Griffiths and Andy Somers – good coaching skills

Join us as we speak with national coach development lead, Andy Somers and coach development officer, Sam Griffiths. We dive deep into four key topics - observation, environment, player engagement and effective communication and our guests share some indispensable, actionable tips for coaches in these areas.

Firstly, we get Andy and Sam’s thoughts on what observation really means and how to observe during sessions effectively. We find out what coaches should be looking for when observing and different approaches to how coaches can make the best out of their observations.

We speak about the importance of creating the right environment for players, and how to make sure that it’s fun and inclusive. We also discover what player ownership is and how it can be a powerful coaching tool.

It can be harder to keep younger players engaged, and Andy and Sam offer advice on planning engaging sessions and keeping players engaged throughout. We learn about the signs that coaches should look out for to know that players are engaged in a session.

And finally, we speak about the importance of communication and who coaches need to be developing good relationships with. Andy and Sam give advice on forging relationships with parents and how this can help the players.

Don’t miss this bumper episode to round out the season, and be sure to stay subscribed so you don’t miss the start of the next season!

Covered in this episode:

What should coaches be looking for when observing in sessions?
How to make use of the observations made and turn them into player success.
How to create a fun environment that gets kids excited about the game.
What is player ownership and how can it be used effectively?
How can coaches ensure sessions and environments are inclusive?
How to keep players engaged and the signs to look for.
How to use game days as an extension of players’ development.
Who should coaches prioritise forming good relationships with?
Top tips for coaches developing communication skills.

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Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our ⁠England Football Community forum⁠ (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum/3174/coaching-problems-and-questions) and post them there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.

LEARN MORE

⁠UEFA Pro Licence course⁠ – https://learn.englandfootball.com/courses/football/uefa-pro-licence

⁠England Football Learning⁠ – https://learn.englandfootball.com/

⁠England Football Community⁠ – https://community.thefa.com/

⁠England Football Learning on YouTube⁠ –

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVw

⁠England Football Learning Twitter⁠ – https://twitter.com/EnglandLearning

LISTEN

⁠Anchor⁠ – https://anchor.fm/coachcast-thefa

⁠Spotify⁠ – https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsB

⁠Apple Podcasts⁠ – https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id1591804808

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Jul 26, 202301:16:53

S3 Ep22: How coaches can take inspiration from the Women's World Cup

The 2023 Women’s World Cup is upon us! In this episode, we’re joined by game insights analysts, Katie Sorenson and Dan Simpson, to give us their Women’s World Cup insights and find out how coaches can take inspiration from tournament football. Katie and Dan also share with us what fixtures have caught their eye and which teams and players they’ll be keeping a close eye on.

We look at how coaches can observe games and apply their observations to their practices. Going in with a plan can help coaches get the most out of what they obverse and our guests offer guidance on how to do this. We also learn about what inspiration coaches can take away from international tournaments.

Our guests also speak on the benefits of game realistic practices, particularly for children. And we get some actionable examples of practices that coaches can use. Finally, Katie and Dan share with us where you, as a coach, can access valuable content to support you with applying your analysis of the tournament to your practices.

Covered in this episode:

• Insights into the players, teams and fixtures to look out for in the Women’s World Cup.

• What inspiration coaches can take away from international tournaments.

• How coaches can observe tournament games and apply their observations to their practices.

• Is now the perfect time to start playing tournaments in training?

• How coaches can access valuable content to help them apply their observations.

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Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum/3174/coaching-problems-and-questions) and post them there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.

LEARN MORE

England Football Learning - https://learn.englandfootball.com/

England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVw

England Football Learning Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearning

LISTEN

Anchor - https://anchor.fm/coachcast-thefa

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsB

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id1591804808

Editing and show notes by Clarion.

Jul 19, 202342:29

S3 Ep21: Chris Day – making football inclusive

⁠England Football Learning on YouTube⁠ –

To today’s guest, coaching is all about being open to lifelong learning, showing an interest in players’ lives and developing connections to understand them and meet their needs.

For Disability Awareness Day, we speak with Chris Day, who, since recording, has been appointed as the England deaf women’s head coach. We discover how Chris got into coaching and he shares advice for coaching players with disabilities. Chris holds a wide variety of other roles that have him scouting for top talent, running a post-education program, running a grassroots team and more!

We speak in depth about disability football and Chris offers a wealth of actionable tips for coaches working in disability football and for those looking to get involved. We speak about making mainstream and grassroots football as accessible as possible, whilst providing options for those who would be better supported in other formats. We get insights into the different disability formats that are available and info about upcoming tournaments that we can expect to see.

Covered in this episode -

The best way for players and coaches to get involved with disability football
Top tips for coaches working or looking to work in disability football
Courses for coaches specifically for disability football
The less obvious strengths that can show that a player has the potential to go onto the talent pathway
Advice to coaches to ensure sessions are more inclusive to players with disabilities
How do we ensure more people with disabilities are getting involved in football?
What does the term ‘para’ mean in Para football?

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Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our ⁠England Football Community forum⁠ (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum/3174/coaching-problems-and-questions) and post them there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via ⁠Coachcast@thefa.com⁠.

LEARN MORE

⁠England Football Learning⁠ – https://learn.englandfootball.com/

⁠England Football Community⁠ – https://community.thefa.com/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVw

⁠England Football Learning Twitter⁠ – https://twitter.com/EnglandLearning

LISTEN

⁠Anchor⁠ – https://anchor.fm/coachcast-thefa

⁠Spotify⁠ – https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsB

⁠Apple Podcasts⁠ – https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id1591804808

Editing and show notes by ⁠Clarion

Jul 12, 202339:43

S3 Ep20: Pro Licence insights – Amy Merricks, Lee Grant and Steve Bould

Earlier in the season, we spoke with three learners on the UEFA Pro Licence course. In this special episode, we learn about their roles in the game and their transition into coaching. They also share their thoughts on the key skills they think coaches need and plenty of top coaching tips, as well as their experiences on the Pro Licence so far.

Amy Merricks, who since this interview has left Brighton and is now the head coach of England women’s under-19s, joins us first. Amy talks about her coaching experiences and offers advice for new coaches who may be finding their initial sessions daunting. Amy champions the power of connecting with others and gives us some great communication tips.

We also speak with Ipswich Town first-team coach, Lee Grant. We hear about how the transition has been from playing as a goalkeeper to becoming a coach. Lee gives us insight into what the first-team coach role involves and shares key insights from some of the Pro Licence visitors; from media and communications experts to a hostage negotiator.

And finally, we speak with Steve Bould, head coach of Belgian side Lommel SK. Steve offers advice for coaches looking into stepping into first-team management. He opens up about the challenges he’s faced and his favourite part of being a coach. He also highlights the importance of sharing with, and working alongside, other coaches and offers advice to help players deal with winning and losing.

Covered in this episode:

• The transition to coaching from three perspectives.

• What the UEFA Pro Licence course involves.

• Top priorities when planning out session design.

• What questions coaches should be asking players.

• Tips for working as part of a coaching pair.

• Key skills people need to become a coach.

• Tips for coaching more effectively on a matchday.

• Advice for dealing with winning and losing.

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Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum/3174/coaching-problems-and-questions) and post them there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.

LEARN MORE

UEFA Pro Licence course – https://learn.englandfootball.com/courses/football/uefa-pro-licence

England Football Learning – https://learn.englandfootball.com/

England Football Community – https://community.thefa.com/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVw

England Football Learning Twitter – https://twitter.com/EnglandLearning

LISTEN

Anchor – https://anchor.fm/coachcast-thefa

Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsB

Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id1591804808

Editing and show notes by Clarion.

Jun 28, 202330:57

S3 Ep19: James Riches – how PE and play develops skilful players

⁠England Football Learning on YouTube⁠ –

The power of imagination and play can both make for a more enjoyable experience for players and also help to develop their skills.

In this episode, FA regional PE officer James Riches returns to share his journey so far and to explore how we can develop skilful players through PE. James draws from his experiences to provide valuable advice for aspiring coaches and teachers, particularly for those who work with children.

James has taken on a wide range of teaching and coaching roles, including as a coach for Leeds United. He shares how he’s used the transferable skills gained from these experiences to add to his current role. We learn about the vast differences between teaching and coaching and the power that PE has in helping to develop skilful players. James also shares advice on managing difference and developing players across all four corners of The 4 Corner Model, not just their technical and physical abilities.

James emphasises the importance of play when it comes to developing kids. He offers actionable advice on how to harness the power of informal games during sessions. We also speak about encouraging the use of imagination to solve problems and how this allows players to develop. You can also join in the conversation on the community - ⁠what games did you play as a child?⁠

Covered in this episode -

What does James enjoy most about coaching?
The key attributes and skills that go into making a transformational coach
The differences between teaching and coaching and what to keep in mind when taking on both roles
Tips for teaching groups that differ greatly in ability
James’ biggest success story
How can coaches use PE to promote each section across the FA’s 4 Corner model to develop multiple skills at once?
How the STEP framework works to help design sessions that support all players

Ideas for games that teachers and coaches can use in their sessions

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Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our ⁠England Football Community forum⁠ (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum/3174/coaching-problems-and-questions) and post them there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via ⁠Coachcast@thefa.com⁠.

LEARN MORE

⁠England Football Learning⁠ – https://learn.englandfootball.com/

⁠England Football Community⁠ – https://community.thefa.com/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVw

⁠England Football Learning Twitter⁠ – https://twitter.com/EnglandLearning

LISTEN

⁠Anchor⁠ – https://anchor.fm/coachcast-thefa

⁠Spotify⁠ – https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsB

⁠Apple Podcasts⁠ – https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id1591804808

Editing and show notes by ⁠Clarion⁠.

May 31, 202343:45

S3 Ep18: Sam Griffiths – from player to coach

Transcript on England Football Community⁠

You, as a coach, reflect your players, and your players reflect you. FA coach development officer, Sam Griffiths, shares why this is and how this dynamic has come into play in her coaching journey. In this episode, we dive into Sam’s story so far and hear her advice for new coaches handling the transition from playing to coaching.

Sam inspires more females into coaching as part of the women and girls’ team for the East Midlands. She started playing football as a child before being scouted for the local centre of excellence. Since then, she’s had a plethora of different experiences, from working with her local council to her role as a head coach. And we learn how these experiences have shaped Sam as a person and a coach.

Sam ultimately transitioned from playing to coaching after suffering an injury. She shares with us the challenges of dealing with being forced to stop playing, and the internal battle of finding an identity as a coach rather than a player. Sam champions honesty with yourself and with others, and she shares how she implements this into her coaching.

In this episode, we cover:

• the skills and attributes that make a transformational coach

• how to balance the need to win with the desire to develop players

• the challenge of showing up for players how they need you to be

• the power of being open to feedback and being honest with yourself

• if coaching her own friends helped or hindered her coaching ability

• how to deal with critical parents on the sidelines

• ‘overcoaching’ and how to avoid it

• the Silent Support Weekend - how it works and its positive impacts

• top tips on developing communication skills

• advice for new coaches on planning sessions.

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Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum/3174/coaching-problems-and-questions) and post them there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.

LEARN MORE

England Football Learning – https://learn.englandfootball.com/

England Football Community – https://community.thefa.com/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVw

England Football Learning Twitter – https://twitter.com/EnglandLearning

LISTEN

Anchor – https://anchor.fm/coachcast-thefa

Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsB

Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id1591804808

Editing and show notes by Clarion.

May 17, 202346:06

S3 Ep17: Ollie Monksfield – winning gold and developing deaf footballers

In this episode, Ollie Monksfield shares his journey as a deaf footballer and coach on the Para football regional emerging talent program. Ollie supports players in their journey to progress to the development program and potentially become an England deaf player.

Ollie lost his hearing at a young age and we learn about the challenges he faced growing up and how he progressed from the sports hall to being a gold medalist with the Great Britain team. We learn about the most influential roles that Ollie has held, including head coach of the London blind team.

Ollie shares plenty of actionable advice for those coaching players with disabilities. We learn about how coaches can adapt their communication for players depending on how they learn best.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

Key attributes and skills people need to make them a transformational coach
The false assumptions some make about deaf people
How coaches can adapt their communication to support players with a disability
How do you strike the balance between challenge and support?
Advice for teachers integrating a deaf child into a mainstream school PE lesson
How sign language can be used to support deaf players and the difference between BSL and SSE
How deaf footballers can get involved in the Para Talent Pathway
Advice for aspiring coaches
Where can coaches get more information about coaching deaf players?

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Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum/3174/coaching-problems-and-questions) and post them there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.

LEARN MORE

Access the transcript for this episode – https://community.thefa.com/coaching/podcasts/coachcast/w/coachcast-transcripts/1468/episode-seventeen-ollie-monksfield---winning-gold-and-developing-deaf-footballers

England Football Learning – https://learn.englandfootball.com/

England Football Community – https://community.thefa.com/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVw

England Football Learning Twitter – https://twitter.com/EnglandLearning

LISTEN

Anchor – https://anchor.fm/coachcast-thefa

Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsB

Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id1591804808

Editing and show notes by Clarion

May 03, 202334:30

S3 Ep16: Nimesh Patel – going beyond your comfort zone

In this ‘top-tips’ packed episode, FA regional coach development officer for the east, Nimesh Patel, covers topics such as managing difference, communication and the impact you can have on a player’s journey by showing you care.

Our conversation spans over a variety of key coaching topics, where Nimesh shares the clear and thoughtful insight that he’s gathered and implemented throughout his career. He reflects on his mentor’s attributes that impacted his experience and shaped the values he shares in his own role and coaching practice today.

We discover how a coaching journey isn’t always easy but, resilience, patience and exploring varied experiences can make all the difference.

You’ll also hear some clear and actionable advice on defending which is one of Nimesh’s passions.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

key attributes and skills that make a transformational coach
how PARA football can be a great way to develop your coaching skills
advice on getting to know your players
that coming out of the comfort zone can make the biggest impact
player pathways in disability football
how to create inclusive sessions
how to tweak your communication to motivate and engage players
information on the before, during and after of defending and pressing
community chat questions on maintaining a love of the game whilst progressing a player and best practice for formations in younger age groups.

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Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum/3174/coaching-problems-and-questions) and post them there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.

LEARN MORE

England Football Learning – https://learn.englandfootball.com/

England Football Community – https://community.thefa.com/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVw

England Football Learning Twitter – https://twitter.com/EnglandLearning

LISTEN

Anchor – https://anchor.fm/coachcast-thefa

Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsB

Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id1591804808

Editing by Clarion

Apr 19, 202350:20

S3 Ep15: Chris Lowe – the power of PE

Physical Education helps kids develop across the FA Four Corner Model - technical/tactical, psychological, physical, and social. In this episode, FA Physical Education officer for the West Midlands, Chris Lowe, explains how.

We discover his journey, from his positive experiences with learning football in school to his coaching and FA positions today. Chris and the team aim to help people in the area provide Physical Education and deliver a dynamic learning experience.

You’ll hear top advice for PE teachers looking to empower their students better, as well as tips for those looking to get involved in PE teaching. Chris also talks about his experiences with the Barclays Girls’ Football School Partnerships and as a volunteer coach for a grassroots team.

We also cover:

• Why PE is so important for kids and how to keep them engaged.

• What are the key attributes of a transformative coach?

• Which skills are transferable between coaching and PE teaching?

• What is it like to coach the grassroots team that your child plays for?

• What drove Chris to join The FA?

• How can coaches ensure that they get their message across during a session in the time that they have?

• The modules and courses available for those wanting to get involved in PE and how to get started.

Chris’ 20+ years of experience playing football and his expertise in teaching and coaching are invaluable to PE teachers and coaches alike.

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Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum/3174/coaching-problems-and-questions) and post them there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.

LEARN MORE

PE CPD for Teachers - https://learn.englandfootball.com/courses/PHYSICAL-EDUCATION

England Football Learning - https://learn.englandfootball.com/

England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/

England Football Learning on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVw

England Football Learning Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearning

Editing by Clarion.

Apr 05, 202328:48

S3 Ep14: Ian Parkes – grow your coaching skills with futsal

With the growing popularity of futsal, more coaches are asking the question “Why should I get involved?” In this episode, we sit down with Ian Parkes – FA youth coach developer and lead for futsal – to discover his journey into the game and learn how others might do the same.

Ian explains the basics like what futsal is and how it’s played. He also shares his insight on the benefits that playing futsal can have on a player’s football game. We learn about “court cultures” and the differences in futsal he experienced when playing international teams.. We also discuss the key attributes and skills that make a transformational coach, and how coaches can get involved with futsal.

Answered in this episode:

How did Ian get into coaching?
How does futsal differ around the world?
What skills can kids obtain through playing futsal?
What equipment and knowledge do coaches need to introduce futsal?
What support is there for futsal coaches, or football coaches who want to start providing futsal opportunities?
Is futsal growing in popularity?
Your community question!

If you’re curious about futsal, don’t miss our chat with Ian!

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Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum/3174/coaching-problems-and-questions) and post them there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.

LEARN MORE

England Football Learning – https://learn.englandfootball.com/

England Football Community – https://community.thefa.com/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVw

England Football Learning Twitter – https://twitter.com/EnglandLearning

LISTEN

Anchor – https://anchor.fm/coachcast-thefa

Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsB

Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id1591804808

Editing by Clarion

Mar 22, 202337:03

S3 Ep13: Bex Garlick – building connections with players

Knowing your players is about more than just knowing their physical abilities. In this episode we speak with Bex Garlick, FA national coach development lead for women and girls, to learn more.

Bex and her team work towards getting more females into coaching and delivering the coach development offer to coaches in the East. We learn about her first experiences of football and the challenges that she faced being the only girl in the team. And we hear that she never got the opportunity to be coached in school, but that her passion for teaching and football put her on a clear path towards coaching.

Bex shares many powerful insights into how coaches can better understand their players and what they should be learning about them. She offers strategies on how to engage players and improve their social skills resulting in a better experience for all.

In this episode you’ll discover:

• What skills does a transformational coach need?

• Who has been Bex’s biggest inspiration?

• The body language to look out for so that coaches can communicate better with players.

• Managing players’ energy levels and keeping up interest.

• How coaches can use observation to understand their players.

• What ‘WINGS’ stands for and how it can help you have conversations about what you’ve observed with your players.

• Should communication be tailored to different age groups?

• Tips on managing difficult emotions.

• Dealing with conflict based on what you already know about individuals.

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Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum/3174/coaching-problems-and-questions) and post them there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.

LEARN MORE

England Football Learning – https://learn.englandfootball.com/

England Football Community – https://community.thefa.com/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVw

England Football Learning Twitter – https://twitter.com/EnglandLearning

LISTEN

Anchor – https://anchor.fm/coachcast-thefa

Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsB

Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id1591804808

Editing by Clarion

Mar 08, 202347:56

S3 Ep12: Vicky Fisher – opportunities, belief and development

Vicky Fisher’s opportunities for playing football when she was at school were limited as a female. But it didn’t stop her from pursuing her goals - and having someone who believed in her made all the difference.

In this episode, we chat with Vicky and learn about her role in helping to develop female coaches as an FA Coach Development Officer. Vicky shares with us the touching story of how she got into coaching and her first experiences as a coach. We uncover the challenges that Vicky has faced along the way and get some top advice for young girls starting their coaching journey.

We also cover -

What are the traits of a good role model?
What’s the difference between PE teaching and sports coaching?
How did Vicky end up coaching in Dubai, and how does coaching in Dubaidiffer from in the UK?
What are the benefits of coaching a team while also supporting othercoaches?
How to motivate yourself for a coaching session when you’ve had a bad day.
The benefits players experience outside of football.
Top tips for ensuring your players are having fun.

Vicky’s journey is an inspiration and our chat is packed with actionable advice for aspiring coaches.

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Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum and post them in there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.

Relevant resources:

Feb 22, 202340:34

S3 Ep11: Vinny Halsall – make sessions engaging

The FA’s Vinny Halsall provides loads of top coaching tips to help teachers and those working with teenagers. Halsall, an FA Physical Education officer, also shares insight into his journey so far and talks about:

that if you ‘fail’ at something, it’s a ‘first attempt in learning’
the importance of putting person before player and getting to know who you’re working with
his approach of having no laps, no lines, and no lectures in training
the learning offer available to teachers
how it’s vital to provide engaging activities that link to learning objectives
AAA – ‘adaptable arrival activities’
how he gives his players a voice through surveys
the challenges he faces with his grassroots team
building rapport and relationships with the opposition coach, rather than just seeing them as the opponent.

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Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum and post them in there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.

Relevant resources:

PE CPD for teachers

Feb 08, 202354:47

S3 Ep10: Discover My Talent

Talent can be found everywhere and anywhere. And in this episode, we sit down with Alexis Lunn-Gadd and Amanda (AJ) Goodwin to find out about Discover My Talent - a programme designed to find the Lionesses of the future and be more inclusive and accessible while developing more and better players.

AJ is a talent technical coach for the North West who works to identify talent and work with coaches. She is also an under-16s assistant coach for the national team and helps them to achieve success.

Alexis is the women’s talent pathway operations manager. She is responsible for developing a strategic program to help find talent. She helps make sure that the talent pathway is fit for purpose for players found through the program.

We find out what the women’s England talent pathway currently looks like, and what it will look like in the future. We also dive deep into the Discover My Talent programme. You’ll learn how it works and how coaches can refer players who are showing that they’ve got what it takes.

You’ll find out the answers to -

What are the future Lioness characteristics?
How can coaches help recognise these characteristics in their players and help them develop?
Where can coaches find examples of what these characteristics look like?
How do you refer a player to the Discover My Talent programme?
What are some of the biggest success stories that have come out of the Discover My Talent programme?
Why it’s so important for grassroots players to be given opportunities

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Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum ( https://community.thefa.com/ ) and post them there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.

LEARN MORE

Discover My Talent - https://www.englandfootball.com/england/youth/womens-talent-pathway/discover-my-talent

England Football Learning - https://learn.englandfootball.com/

England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/

England Football Learning on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVw

England Football Learning Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearning

Email - Coachcast@thefa.com.

Editing by Clarion

Jan 25, 202334:54

S3 Ep9: Stacey Miles – creating opportunities and a love of the game

Stacey Miles, an FA coach development officer, talks about how she fell in love with the game and how she’s now helping women and girls in the West Midlands to do the same. Miles also talks about dealing with self-doubt, using positive reflection, the importance of having patience as a coach and the need for equal opportunities to get involved with the game.

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Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum and post them in there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.

Relevant resources:

Jan 11, 202346:07

S3 Ep8: Pete Sturgess – striving to develop skilful players

Pete Sturgess, the FA’s technical lead for five to elevens, discusses how we can help develop skilful players and tells us about a new early years programme pilot. Pete also provides insight into his journey so far, his key considerations for coaches working with primary-aged kids and much more!

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Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum and post them in there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.

Relevant resources:

Dec 28, 202253:21

S3 Ep7: Matt Jones – learning takes time

The FA’s Matt Jones talks to us about how learning can take time and provides advice on managing difference. Jones, an FA coach development officer, also shares insight into his journey so far, discusses how he’s helping to create opportunities and highlights the key skills coaches should have.

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Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum and post them in there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.

Relevant resources:

Matt’s Twitter handle: @Matt_Jones7

Dec 14, 202250:07

S3 Ep6: Matthew Ansah – developing a community club

Matthew Ansah, a coach in Croydon, London, talks to us about how he’s providing opportunities to players and coaches in the area. Ansah, who is the chairman of Forestdale FC, also provides insight into his journey so far and chats about working with different age groups and why he loves coaching.

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Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum and post them in there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!

Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.

Relevant resources:

If you’ve listened to Coachcast, we’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.

Nov 30, 202238:12

Mark Swales chats about how to improve one-touch finishing with Kelsey Byrne and Joanne Williams. The team also discuss how positive learning environments can help with this. This episode is taken from The FA’s women’s and girls’ coach development podcast – which you can discover on Spotify and The England Football Community.

We’ll be back with more episodes later this year, so make sure you subscribe to ensure you don’t miss out on further coaching insight!

Relevant resources:

England Football Learning YouTube channel
Finishing the attack in the female game

If you’ve listened to Coachcast, we’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.

Jul 27, 202258:08

Presenting DNA Insights

In this episode, Pete Sturgess chats about what a coaching session could look like for primary-aged players. This episode is taken from the DNA Insights podcast – a limited series which you can listen to on the England Football Community.

We’ll be back with more episodes later this year, so make sure you subscribe to ensure you don’t miss out on further coaching insight!

Relevant resources:

If you’ve listened to Coachcast, we’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.

Jul 06, 202240:25

Introducing England Football Learning Live

Our first live virtual conference arrives this summer – and you can be a part of it! Laura Seth, our performance analysis and insights manager, provides all the details you need to know, including the fact that Gareth Southgate and Sarina Wiegman will be joining the exciting event.

Discover what it’s all about and how you can get involved by tuning into this episode of Coachcast.

We’ll be back with more episodes later this year, so make sure you subscribe to ensure you don’t miss out on further coaching insight!

Relevant resources:

England Football Learning Live

If you’ve listened to Coachcast, we’d love to hear what you thought of it. You can pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.

Jun 01, 202220:15

S2 Ep5: The review with Ian Bateman

In the final episode of season two, we’re joined by FA youth coach development lead, Ian Bateman. Together, we check back in with two grassroots coaches that joined us earlier in the season, Steven and Michael, to find out how they’ve been getting on since they received advice from our experts. Ian then provides us with his swift session.

We’ll be back with more episodes later this year, so make sure you subscribe to Coachcast to ensure you don’t miss out on further coaching insight!

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If you'd like a transcript of this episode you can access it via the England Football community. https://community.thefa.com/coaching/podcasts/coachcast/w/coachcast-transcripts

Mar 30, 202241:10

S2 Ep4: The STEP framework* with Paul Holder

In episode four, FA youth coach developer, Paul Holder, explains what the *Youth Sports Trust’s STEP framework is and how important it can be for you and your players. Paul also helps Kate from Nottingham with her coaching challenges and takes on our swift session feature.

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Make coaching personal with STEP

How to adapt target games to benefit your players

Mar 23, 202247:20

S2 Ep3: Surfaces and cage football with Daniel Fenner

In episode three, FA coach development officer, Danny Fenner, talks about the different playing surfaces that could be used in training and the benefits they provide. Matthew from South East London also joins the podcast to share his experience of cage football. Plus, he offers advice to coaches who are thinking about providing their players with the opportunity to play it. As well as all of that, Danny helps Matthew with his coaching challenges and takes on our swift session feature.

If you'd like a transcript of this episode you can access it via the England Football community. https://community.thefa.com/coaching/podcasts/coachcast/w/coachcast-transcripts

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Top tips: adding variety to your coaching sessions

Sol Campbell interview

Wayne Rooney interview

Mar 16, 202242:52

S2 Ep2: Volume and variety of games with Mark Neville

In episode two, FA youth coach developer, Mark Neville, talks about how the volume and variety of games you offer can benefit your players. Mark also helps Steven from Nottingham with his coaching challenges and takes on our swift session feature.

If you'd like a transcript of this episode you can access it via the England Football community. https://community.thefa.com/coaching/podcasts/coachcast/w/coachcast-transcripts

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Top tips: adding variety to your coaching sessions

Games programme: challenges and returns

Mar 09, 202238:59

S2 Ep1: Futsal with Ian Parkes

Welcome back to a brand-new season of Coachcast! This time we’re focusing on how you can provide your players with inspirational opportunities. This is all about what players get to experience; such as the environments they play in and what they do in training.

In the first episode of season two, our futsal development lead, Ian Parkes, joins us to talk about – you guessed it – futsal! Ian provides an insightful introduction to the game, before helping Michael from Dorset with his coaching challenges and taking on our swift session feature.

If you'd like a transcript of this episode you can access it via the England Football community. https://community.thefa.com/coaching/podcasts/coachcast/w/coachcast-transcripts

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