Full 90 Coaching
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Full 90 CoachingApr 09, 2019
105 - Ben Gucciardi – Founder and Oakland Director of Soccer Without Borders
Ben is the Founder and Oakland Director of Soccer Without Borders, whose mission is to use soccer as a vehicle for positive change, providing under-served youth with a toolkit to overcome obstacles to growth, inclusion, and personal success. During our conversation, we discuss how Soccer Without Borders welcomes newcomers to the country and mitigate the dropout rate of players transitioning from middle school to high school, address barriers such as accessibility, the invaluable support of the team in creating community, as well as a couple upcoming donation opportunities.
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Email: ben@soccerwithoutborders.org
Website: www.soccerwithoutborders.org
0:20 background in soccer and what Ben is doing now
3:45 transition from middle school to high school and the drop-out rate
7:30 increasing accessibility for students to supportive programming
10:00 how Ben’s experience of travelling across the country supports his work of helping migrants who have traveled to the U.S.
12:30 the birth of Soccer Without Borders
18:30 players can opt-in to the program; they join because they WANT to be there
25:00 donation opportunities; donation drive 3/20 and footgolf tournament 3/27
30:30 upcoming events in 2021
33:30 Final three coaching points
38:00 One piece of advice for any coach
104 - James Pierce - Head Coach with Davis Legacy Soccer Club
James is a Head Coach with Davis Legacy Soccer Club, located in the Sacramento area of Northern California, and is a fellow USSF C license candidate. During our conversation, we discuss the importance of building muscle memory, the lessons learned and advice for parent coaches, and how ‘soccer is life’ is more than just a saying.
I want to remind everyone that you can support by podcast by heading on over to patreon.com/beelitesoccertraining to sign up as a BEST Supporter, Full 90 Insider, or BEST Premier Patron and gain exclusive access to behind-the-scenes footage and other perks for becoming a member!
Email: jpierce@davislegacysoccer.org
0:20 background in soccer and what Mya is doing now
4:00 diving into his private soccer training sessions- skills development with a metrics-based approach
8:30 having the experience of playing goalkeeper at a young age
9:45 Playing beyond high school wasn’t a popular concept at that time for James’ demographic
11:30 advice for coaches trying to build a love for soccer and developing that love through the culture
16:15 returning to the game after playing to coach and a return off the love for the game
20:15 Experience as a parent coach and phasing out of coaching your own kids
23:20 advice for other parent coaches when it’s time to let someone else coach their child(ren)
25:45 upcoming events in 2021
28:55 Final three coaching points
34:45 One piece of advice for any coach
103 - Monday Message with Manny Valle
Welcome to episode 103 of the Full 90 Coaching Podcast. I am your host, Ted Steen, and today we’re bringing you our Monday Message. This message comes from one of our first episode, a great conversation with Manny Valle.
“...Be patient, trust in yourself, and love the process”
F90C - ep. 102 - Mya Walsh - Creator of Sankofa Soccer Culture
Mya is the Creator of Sankofa Soccer Culture, LLC, a soccer brand that proudly celebrates and represents inclusivity, resilience, and black culture. During our conversation, we discuss her experience playing youth soccer as a person of color and how some tough situations early on in life prepared her for the future, the power of being vulnerable especially during difficult times, and the history and mission of Sankofa Soccer Culture.
Before we dive in, I want to remind everyone that you can support by podcast by heading on over to patreon.com/beelitesoccertraining to sign up as a BEST Supporter, Full 90 Insider, or BEST Premier Patron and gain exclusive access!
IG: @sankofasoccerculture
FB: Sankofa Soccer Culture
0:25 background in soccer and what Mya is doing now
2:25 introduction to Sankofa Soccer Culture
4:50 experience playing soccer as a young female person of color
7:30 tough lessons learned throughout her youth
15:00 transitioning to college and the changes that came with it
24:15 advice for young listeners who are going through similar experiences
28:45 how playing experiences have influenced her coaching
35:30 how her experience as a Licensed Social Worker supported her coaching experience
39:30 partnership between Spurs FC, Sanko Soccer Culture, and their history and mission
46:30 Final three coaching points
49:00 One piece of advice for any coach
101 - First Monday Message
Welcome to episode 101 of the Full 90 Coaching Podcast. I am your host, Ted Steen, and today is our first ever Monday Message. These will be short, sweet, and to the point as we’ll be looking at the one piece of advice our guests have left for any coach and sharing our 2 cents on the matter. The first one message we’ll be discussing comes from Coach Ugo.
“If we love the game, it’ll reciprocate to the younger generation, and they’ll love it to.”
Episode 100 of the Full 90 Coaching Podcast with Ted Steen
patreon.com/beelitesoccertraining
This podcast journey had some Humble Beginnings back in March of 2018. At the time, I was working three jobs, coaching in Benicia, and my fellow Coach Ugo and I had this crazy idea of starting a podcast. Ugo has a background in music but neither of us had any podcasting experience aside from listening to a few on occasion. Yet, we didn’t let that deter us from starting the Full 90 Coaching Podcast, whose goal remains the same today, which is to have members of the soccer community share their experiences, insights, and tips to inspire others and become better! In addition to doing solo sessions like this and team talk Tuesdays, I’ve been blessed to have a wide array of guests on the show to date, with coaches who are new and seasoned, young and old, recreation and competitive, middle school, high school, college, head coaches, assistant coaches, parent coaches and volunteers. I’ve had referees, college counselors, mental and physical performance coaches, directors of local and international clubs and organizations, program founders, platform creators, and non-profit organizations that bring the game to those in need. Every one of these guests provided so much quality in the episode, I’ve listened to each one multiple times and keep finding hidden gems, and recommend you do the same. For those that have been following from the beginning, or those that have gone back to the earlier episodes, I’m sure you’ve heard a difference in the audio and I apologize for not knowing any better early on. I recall over the first 18 months I would be doing interviews in a car, at Starbucks, with clip-on mics with terrible quality, anything to get the recording done in time to hit the deadline. Fast forward to today, and the process is a lot smoother and the quality a lot better. Not only has the audio gotten better, but I think I’ve gotten more comfortable and confident in the interviewing process. This podcast and all the great relationships that I’ve built would have never happened if I didn’t get out of my comfort zone and make the decision to take action. Now, I’m not necessarily saying you should start your own podcast, though I’m happy to share all that I’ve learned with you. What I AM saying is that we all have such a short time to live, so make sure you live BIG. My biggest change came about 7 years ago when I drove across the country from Massachusetts to California to pursue soccer as a career, and of course the warm weather doesn’t hurt! This summer, I’ll be entering my 10th year of coaching and I am the Head Women’s Coach at Contra Costa College, the Interim Executive Director with Spurs FC, the Founder of Be Elite Soccer Training, and I host this podcast. Some people think that’s a lot, but when your work excites you, you can make a positive impact on your community, and you have work-life balance, that’s when you have something special. Now for the big news! The Full 90 Coaching podcast will be doubling our output with 2 podcast episodes coming out each week; we’ll still have on our weekly guest, and we’ll also be adding a Monday Message episode to take a deeper dive into the one piece of advice our guests have given to any coach. Now our listeners can support the podcast and Be Elite Soccer Training through our Patreon. By becoming a patron, you’ll be supporting the work on the podcast as well as the work on the field. Depending on the tier, you could also gain access to exclusive behind-the-scenes content, live Q&A’s, our BEST swag and more! We have a special offer going RIGHT NOW, if you enroll at ANY tier level now through February 25th, you’ll receive a personal shoutout in our next Full 90 Coaching guest interview! In the meantime, check out the page at patreon.com/beelitesoccertraining and complete the poll. I’d love to make sure that I’m providing you with as much value as possible in regard to rewards. Feel free to select as many concepts as you like and message me for more!
Seth Pierson - Head Coach with Spurs FC
Seth is in his 1st year of coaching with Spurs FC. During our conversation, Seth shares his journey of growing up here in the Bay area and his experience playing for a few of the local clubs, being coached by a couple of my other podcast guests in Niall with Spurs FC and J.T. with Mavericks, having his first experience of coaching coming during the pandemic, and using moments of failures as learning moments.
IG: @seth.sethh
0:25 background in soccer and what Seth is doing now
1:10 moving between clubs as a youth player
2:15 experience playing under Niall at Spurs and J.T. at Mavericks
4:30 why Seth decided to become a coach
5:30 first impression of being a coach
6:45 Advice for new coaches just starting out after their playing career
7:45 using moments of failures as learning moments
10:45 bringing the energy into practice as a coach
12:45 the value of the reflection process
14:15 lessons learned during his time with Spurs FC
16:00 greatest challenge in coaching career
18:00 where Seth sees himself moving forward in coaching
20:30 Final three coaching points
23:45 One piece of advice for any coach
Jennifer “J.T.” Thomas – College Counselor and Coach with Mavericks Soccer Club
J.T. is a Head Coach with Mavericks Soccer Club located here in the East Bay of California, and she also has her own private practice as a College Counselor. During our conversation, JT shares about being a pioneer in the game by being a member of both the 1st ODP female team and converting U. Cal Berkeley’s club soccer team to varsity status, how to develop a team culture that promotes lifelong friendships, the stark contrast as she returned to coach at Cal vs. her time as a player there, recruiting the unicorns like Alex Morgan, and helping student-athletes see the forest through the trees as they navigate the pathway to college.
Email: Jt.thomas11@yahoo.com
Website coming...
0:30 background in soccer and what J.T. is doing now
8:15 Being a pioneer in the game by being a part of the 1st ODP female team and converting Cal Berkeley’s club to varsity status
12:30 Lessons learned from pioneering this path for current a future players
16:15 Advice for coaches to develop a team culture that promotes relationship-building
19:15 Returning to Cal to coach vs. her time there as a player
23:45 recruiting for a top program and bringing in players like Alex Morgan
28:45 finding the work-life balance in a demanding role of a D1 College Head Coach as a woman
31:15 Ways to get more female coaches and leaders involved in the game
38:00 Experience as a Coach at the top level that prepared JT for her work as a college counselor
44:45 recommendations for student-athletes to manage their expectations and understand the pros and cons of different schools at different levels
48:15 Final three coaching points
53:30 One piece of advice for any coach
Sam Browne - Mental Performance Coach with Spurs FC
Sam has rejoined our coaching ranks with Spurs FC and is excited to begin her new role as the club’s Mental Performance Coach. During our conversation, we discuss the role of a mental performance coach, how she became interested in mental skills and sports psychology, the benefits and misconceptions of having a mental performance coach, and our plan to integrate her work within our club structure.
IG: @12coachsam
2:27 description of Mental Performance Coach (MPC)
4:42 having an MPC on-hand for guidance through difficult times
6:52 how Sam became interested in mental skills and sports psychology
12:42 benefits and misconceptions of MPC’s
20:02 Overview of upcoming month with Spurs FC working with Mental Performance Coach
23:42 Final 3 coaching points from the perspective of an MPC
27:02 One piece of advice for any coach
Nick Lusson – Director of Membership with NorCal Premier, U.S. Soccer Course Instructor, and Athletic Director of Alameda County Deputy Sheriff’s Activities League
Welcome to episode 96 of the Full 90 Coaching Podcast. I am your host, Ted Steen, and today I had the pleasure of interviewing Nick Lusson. Nick is the Director of Membership with NorCal Premier here in Northern California, he’s an instructor for U.S. Soccer and was my instructor for the D License and he’s the Athletic Director of Alameda County Deputy Sheriff’s Activities League. During our conversation, we discuss different qualities of leadership, the value of good assistant coaches, the good work he’s doing with Sheriffs FC through the Alameda County DSAL and defining community capital and how to improve it.
Facebook: Nick Lusson
Email: nlusson@norcalpremier.com
0:15 background in soccer and current role
3:05 Playing career moving to California for college and playing overseas
4:40 the knowledge of leadership from Paul Holocher and the most impactful characteristics
8:05 the leadership characteristics that Nick does his best to embody when he coaches
16:56 first time recognizing Nick wanted to be a coach
20:00 advice for players that put themselves under additional stress
22:40 recommendations for coaches with busy schedules to spend enough time with each player
25:30 The value of mentors to become better
26:45 Nick’s role with Sheriff’s FC and reducing soccer’s economic barrier to entry
40:30 Final three coaching points
44:00 One piece of advice for any coach
Tristin Stuteville - Director of Coaching with PS90 Soccer Camps, SoccerGrl Probs Camps, and KC Goalkeeping
Tristin is the Director of Coaching with PS90 Soccer Camps, SoccerGrl Probs Camps, and KC Goalkeeping. She is also a fellow member of United Soccer Coaches 30 Under 30 Class of 2019-2020. During our conversation, Tristin shares her story of early commitment to St. Louis University as a sophomore in high school but only to find out the Head Coach left the program and the sags the followed, the value of transparency from the coaching staff, and the good work she’s doing to increase the female presence in the game of soccer.
https://www.soccergrlprobscamps.com/
IG: @tristin_stuteville; @
0:30 background in soccer and current role
1:50 the experience of playing up an age group
2:35 working through the transition period when the rest of her team graduated
3:48 advice for parents of players who want to play up
4:35 being recruited as a sophomore in high school and as a guest player since the rest of the team graduated on
7:15 transferring from St. Louis University to Ball State University and realizing it was a better fit
10:45 key attributes prospective student-athletes should consider when selecting a college/ university
12:40 lessons learned from the coaches at BSU
14:30 battling for the #1 goalie spot and recognizing each other’s strengths and weaknesses
19:15 playing and earning a Master’s at BSU
20:45 how the Master’s program might be different from a coaching education course
23:20 stressing the importance of strength and conditioning
24:45 when Tristin realized she wanted to become a coach
27:40 developing as a coach from KC Goalkeeping to present day
30:25 the importance of having a mentor
33:10 Making female coaches more prevalent in the game of soccer
35:30 Partnership with Soccer Girl Probs and United Soccer Coaches
38:35 looking forward to most in remainder of 2020
40:20 final three coaching points
43:30 One piece of advice for any coach
LB - Marketing Manager and Head Coach with Spurs FC
LB is currently the Marketing Manager and fellow Coach with Spurs FC. We discuss the value of building a strong club culture for the enrichment of player experience, the blessing of becoming a coach, dealing with adversity, and finding your identity.
IG: @lbattung16
0:20 background in soccer and current role
2:10 playing youth soccer for the Camarillo Eagles
3:08 ability to play up an age group, especially at the 12-14 age group in terms of development
4:40 advice for parents about having their player play up an age group
6:00 making the jump to the State Team
8:15 how to build a strong team culture
11:20 making the jump from the state team to the regional team
18:55 advice for someone who identifies as a soccer player to expand their identity
22:25 realization that LB wanted to become a coach
26:45 juggling her main job and her coaching roles
28:50 what key values are being fulfilled through coaching vs. another career
31:10 the importance of having a mentor
35:30 final three coaching points
39:09 One piece of advice for any coach
Rob Mahoney – Girls’ Varsity Head Coach with Melrose High School
Rob is the Girls’ Varsity Head Coach with Melrose High School in my home state of Massachusetts, and he is a fellow member of the United Soccer Coaches 30 Under 30 Class of 2019-2020. During our conversation, Rob and I reflect on our time as roommates during this year’s United Soccer Coaches’ Convention, we discuss his work as a teacher and how it parallels coaching, and the importance of goal setting and reflection.
Contact:
Twitter: @CoachMahoney90; @melroseGSoccer
IG: @mhs_ladiessoccer
0:30 background in soccer and current role
1:45 decision to stick with coaching girls
3:30 realization to become a coach
5:22 how coaching different age groups mirrors teaching
7:33 knowledge from teaching that translates well to coaching
9:25 the value of Goal setting and reflection
13:30 notes from the 30 Under 30 experience
16:26 former coach/teacher as a mentor
18:15 current experience in COVID with HS soccer
23:45 wife is a fellow coach; discussing relationship
25:00 preparing the team to play in COVID
29:20 developing captains/ leaders within the team
33:15 discussing issues with captains
35:10 plans for remainder of 2020
39:00 Final three coaching points
44:22 One piece of advice for any coach
Rob Mahoney – Girls’ Varsity Head Coach with Melrose High School
Rob is the Girls’ Varsity Head Coach with Melrose High School in my home state of Massachusetts, and he is a fellow member of the United Soccer Coaches 30 Under 30 Class of 2019-2020. During our conversation, Rob and I reflect on our time as roommates during this year’s United Soccer Coaches’ Convention, we discuss his work as a teacher and how it parallels coaching, and the importance of goal setting and reflection.
Twitter: @CoachMahoney90; @MelroseGSoccer
IG: @mhs_ladiessoccer
0:30 background in soccer and current role
1:45 decision to stick with coaching girls
3:30 realization to become a coach
5:22 how coaching different age groups mirrors teaching
7:33 knowledge from teaching that translates well to coaching
9:25 the value of Goal setting and reflection
13:30 notes from the 30 Under 30 experience
16:26 former coach/teacher as a mentor
18:15 current experience in COVID with HS soccer
23:45 wife is a fellow coach; discussing relationship
25:00 preparing the team to play in COVID
29:20 developing captains/ leaders within the team
33:15 discussing issues with captains
35:10 plans for remainder of 2020
39:00 Final three coaching points
44:22 One piece of advice for any coach
Micah Collins – Youth Program Director with the Philadelphia Union
Micah is the Youth Program Director with the Philadelphia Union, and he is a fellow member of the United Soccer Coaches 30 Under 30 Class of 2019-2020. During our conversation, we discuss Micah’s playing experience of transferring from Villanova to Penn State and his coaching journey, how Goalkeeper Coaches need to put themselves out there to avoid limiting themselves to one role, and the importance of being your authentic self to build trust with your players.
IG: @micahcollins28
0:30 background in soccer and current role
1:51 juggling multiple roles as a soccer coach
2:55 cognitively challenging sessions for more advanced players
4:20 growing up playing for FC Delco
6:52Advice for younger players with the dream of playing at a higher level, whether D-1 or professional
8:26 difference between playing at Villanova and Penn State
10:45 lessons learned from both colleges
13:00 graduate assistant position and realizing he wants to be a coach
15:15 making the jump from graduate assistant position to coaching at Belmont University in Nashville
18:55 first paid coaching job with a Middle School Girls’ team
22:00 being your authentic self to build trust with the players
24:40 coaching journey continues to Michigan State
27:31 coaching goalkeepers vs. coaching the whole team
29:00 advice to Goalkeeper Coaches on how to not be pigeon-holed in the role and have the ability to be an Assistant Coach and Head Coach
31:00 Thoughts on the 30 Under 30 program
35:00 plans for the rest of 2020
37:50 final three coaching points
41:55 One piece of advice for any coach
--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/full90coaching/supportMicah Collins – Youth Program Director with the Philadelphia Union
Micah is the Youth Program Director with the Philadelphia Union, and he is a fellow member of the United Soccer Coaches 30 Under 30 Class of 2019-2020. During our conversation, we discuss Micah’s playing experience of transferring from Villanova to Penn State and his coaching journey, how Goalkeeper Coaches need to put themselves out there to avoid limiting themselves to one role, and the importance of being your authentic self to build trust with your players.
IG: @micahcollins28
0:30 background in soccer and current role
1:51 juggling multiple roles as a soccer coach
2:55 cognitively challenging sessions for more advanced players
4:20 growing up playing for FC Delco
6:52Advice for younger players with the dream of playing at a higher level, whether D-1 or professional
8:26 difference between playing at Villanova and Penn State
10:45 lessons learned from both colleges
13:00 graduate assistant position and realizing he wants to be a coach
15:15 making the jump from graduate assistant position to coaching at Belmont University in Nashville
18:55 first paid coaching job with a Middle School Girls’ team
22:00 being your authentic self to build trust with the players
24:40 coaching journey continues to Michigan State
27:31 coaching goalkeepers vs. coaching the whole team
29:00 advice to Goalkeeper Coaches on how to not be pigeon-holed in the role and have the ability to be an Assistant Coach and Head Coach
31:00 Thoughts on the 30 Under 30 program
35:00 plans for the rest of 2020
37:50 final three coaching points
41:55 One piece of advice for any coach
Nick Barron – Assistant Coach/ Goalkeeper Coach with Principia College
Nick is the Assistant Coach and Goalkeeper Coach with Principia College, located in Elsah, Illinois, and he is a fellow member of the United Soccer Coaches 30 Under 30 Class of 2019-2020. During our conversation, we discuss the importance of watching soccer as a kid to have a role model to emulate or learn about opposing positions, a key fundamental of goalkeeping aside from using your hands, and his experience working with Grassroots Soccer in South Africa.
https://principiaathletics.com/sports/mens-soccer
Twitter: @foot_thoughts
0:25 background in soccer and current role
3:35 the importance of watching soccer as a kid
5:40 how watching a forward like Ronaldo (Brazilian) is helpful as a goalkeeper
8:50 benefit of playing multiple positions to better understand both sides of the ball
9:50 point of realization to become a goalkeeper coach and dealing with the mental side of the game
13:05 top fundamentals for the goalkeeper position
16:15 example of positioning work
19:40 United Soccer Coaches 30 Under 30 free coaching course
25:05 coaching Grassroots Soccer in South Africa
28:45 balancing the Assistant Coach role with Director of Operations role with the college and getting through some challenging times
32:30 greatest challenge through Nick’s time with Principia College
37:00 final three coaching points
--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/full90coaching/supportNick Barron – Assistant Coach/ Goalkeeper Coach with Principia College
Nick is the Assistant Coach and Goalkeeper Coach with Principia College, located in Elsah, Illinois, and he is a fellow member of the United Soccer Coaches 30 Under 30 Class of 2019-2020. During our conversation, we discuss the importance of watching soccer as a kid to have a role model to emulate or learn about opposing positions, a key fundamental of goalkeeping aside from using your hands, and his experience working with Grassroots Soccer in South Africa.
https://principiaathletics.com/sports/mens-soccer
Twitter: @foot_thoughts
0:25 background in soccer and current role
3:35 the importance of watching soccer as a kid
5:40 how watching a forward like Ronaldo (Brazilian) is helpful as a goalkeeper
8:50 benefit of playing multiple positions to better understand both sides of the ball
9:50 point of realization to become a goalkeeper coach and dealing with the mental side of the game
13:05 top fundamentals for the goalkeeper position
16:15 example of positioning work
19:40 United Soccer Coaches 30 Under 30 free coaching course
25:05 coaching Grassroots Soccer in South Africa
28:45 balancing the Assistant Coach role with Director of Operations role with the college and getting through some challenging times
32:30 greatest challenge through Nick’s time with Principia College
37:00 final three coaching points
Kristin Cox – Head Women’s Soccer Coach with East Texas Baptist University
Kristin is the Head Women’s Soccer Coach with East Texas Baptist University located in Marshall, Texas, she coaches the 2007 Girls North Texas ODP team, and she is a fellow member of the United Soccer Coaches 30 Under 30 Class of 2019-2020. During our conversation, we discuss how Kristin utilized her volleyball experience to develop her leadership skills, her Christ-centered philosophy that helps develop her student-athletes’ characteristics both on and off the field, and the value of keeping a positive mindset.
Twitter: @etbu_wsoc; @coach_kcox
Instagram: @kriskris8; @etbuwomenssoccer
https://goetbutigers.com/sports/womens-soccer
0:25 background in soccer and current role
2:00 playing volleyball then soccer in college
3:55 How volleyball complements her soccer playing
5:55 the moment Kristin realized she wanted to become a coach
9:20 sharing her experience as an Assistant Coach with East Texas Baptist University
10:44 current coach education and discussing both pathways: USSF and United Soccer Coaches
13:00 Transitioning from the Assistant to the Head Coach with ETBU
15:35 Christ-centered philosophy to help develop players’ characteristics off the field
16:55 helping student-athletes build self-confidence
19:50 differences between coaching at the collegiate level vs. the ODP team
22:30 working through the situation of a new/ incoming player coming into the program and taking an upperclassman’s spot
24:35 managing a 3-hour commute between the college and the ODP team
27:30 key takeaways from Kristin’s own coaching experience
29:25 favorite pieces of being a member of the 30 Under 30 Program
32:00 women’s group providing support and mentorship to female coaches
34:55 Moving towards the end of 2020
36:15Final three coaching points
40:30 One piece of advice for any coach
--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/full90coaching/supportKristin Cox – Head Women’s Soccer Coach with East Texas Baptist University
Kristin is the Head Women’s Soccer Coach with East Texas Baptist University located in Marshall, Texas, she coaches the 2007 Girls North Texas ODP team, and she is a fellow member of the United Soccer Coaches 30 Under 30 Class of 2019-2020. During our conversation, we discuss how Kristin utilized her volleyball experience to develop her leadership skills, her Christ-centered philosophy that helps develop her student-athletes’ characteristics both on and off the field, and the value of keeping a positive mindset.
Twitter: @etbu_wsoc; @coach_kcox
Instagram: @kriskris8; @etbuwomenssoccer
https://goetbutigers.com/sports/womens-soccer
0:25 background in soccer and current role
2:00 playing volleyball then soccer in college
3:55 How volleyball complements her soccer playing
5:55 the moment Kristin realized she wanted to become a coach
9:20 sharing her experience as an Assistant Coach with East Texas Baptist University
10:44 current coach education and discussing both pathways: USSF and United Soccer Coaches
13:00 Transitioning from the Assistant to the Head Coach with ETBU
15:35 Christ-centered philosophy to help develop players’ characteristics off the field
16:55 helping student-athletes build self-confidence
19:50 differences between coaching at the collegiate level vs. the ODP team
22:30 working through the situation of a new/ incoming player coming into the program and taking an upperclassman’s spot
24:35 managing a 3-hour commute between the college and the ODP team
27:30 key takeaways from Kristin’s own coaching experience
29:25 favorite pieces of being a member of the 30 Under 30 Program
32:00 women’s group providing support and mentorship to female coaches
34:55 Moving towards the end of 2020
36:15Final three coaching points
40:30 One piece of advice for any coach
Sarah Leiby – Assistant Women’s Soccer Coach with Saint Leo University
Sarah is the Assistant Women’s Soccer Coach with Saint Leo University located in Florida, and she is a fellow member of the United Soccer Coaches 30 Under 30 Class of 2019-2020. During our conversation, we discuss her transition from coaching high school to college while the program was in its inaugural season, comparing recruiting to completing a puzzle, and the joy of session planning.
IG: @coachsarahleiby; @saintleowsoc
0:25 background in soccer and current role
2:00 Sarah’s ability to balance soccer and a career in forestry
3:08 soccer in Alaska is limited
3:45 introduction to coaching as an assistant coach for a high school boys’ team
5:30 experience as a female coach coaching male players
8:50 lessons learned from the Head Coach at the high school
10:30 advice to coaches to develop a culture where the leaders within the team are empowered and can pass on those skills to teammates
11:20 transitioning from the high school to college level of coaching
12:40 types of challenges encountered during the inaugural season
14:50 changes perceived moving from year 1 to year 2
16:25 surprised by the knowledge gap between the diamonds in the rough vs. those better off with soccer IQ
18:00 the demand of the role changed from one assistantship to another
19:15 favorite/ most challenging part of the admin job of college coaching
23:00 describing Sarah’s time with Saint Leo’s
23:55 key lessons learned from her mentors
26:20 the enjoyment of session planning
28:05 thoughts on the 30 Under 30 Program
31:45 going into the blended version of coach education – blended being online and in-person
33:15 positive outlook for remainder of 2020
35:00 final three coaching points
37:59 one piece of advice for any coach
--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/full90coaching/supportSarah Leiby – Assistant Women’s Soccer Coach with Saint Leo University
Sarah is the Assistant Women’s Soccer Coach with Saint Leo University located in Florida, and she is a fellow member of the United Soccer Coaches 30 Under 30 Class of 2019-2020. During our conversation, we discuss her transition from coaching high school to college while the program was in its inaugural season, comparing recruiting to completing a puzzle, and the joy of session planning.
IG: @coachsarahleiby; @saintleowsoc
0:25 background in soccer and current role
2:00 Sarah’s ability to balance soccer and a career in forestry
3:08 soccer in Alaska is limited
3:45 introduction to coaching as an assistant coach for a high school boys’ team
5:30 experience as a female coach coaching male players
8:50 lessons learned from the Head Coach at the high school
10:30 advice to coaches to develop a culture where the leaders within the team are empowered and can pass on those skills to teammates
11:20 transitioning from the high school to college level of coaching
12:40 types of challenges encountered during the inaugural season
14:50 changes perceived moving from year 1 to year 2
16:25 surprised by the knowledge gap between the diamonds in the rough vs. those better off with soccer IQ
18:00 the demand of the role changed from one assistantship to another
19:15 favorite/ most challenging part of the admin job of college coaching
23:00 describing Sarah’s time with Saint Leo’s
23:55 key lessons learned from her mentors
26:20 the enjoyment of session planning
28:05 thoughts on the 30 Under 30 Program
31:45 going into the blended version of coach education – blended being online and in-person
33:15 positive outlook for remainder of 2020
35:00 final three coaching points
37:59 one piece of advice for any coach
Brian Mitko - Head Men's Soccer Coach with SUNY Delhi
Brian is the Head Men’s Soccer Coach with SUNY Delhi, located in Delhi, New York, and he is a fellow member of the United Soccer Coaches 30 Under 30 Class of 2019-2020. During our conversation, we discuss how we met during convention but actually met while playing against each other in college, his experience as a multi-sport athlete in college, the emotions of getting that first collegiate win as a coach, and some important lessons learned from his mentors.
Before we dive in, here’s a quick word from our sponsors.
IG: @bmitko; @unleashedsoccertraining; @sunydelhisoccer
Website: https://delhibroncos.com/sports/msoc/index
0:25 background in soccer and current role
2:10 Brian’s decision to play at Skidmore as opposed to other Liberty League schools
3:20 ability to manage the college load and social aspect while being a 2-sport athlete
5:00 instead of playing club, Brian did a lot of ID camps
6:55 the moment realizing he wanted to become a coach
7:55 the emotions of the first collegiate win
10:30 transitioning from coaching at Bard to University of Vermont
11:35 deepening his soccer knowledge at UVM
14:55 the difference between being the best in your league vs. the best in playoffs
16:50 key lessons learned from mentors
18:20 value in staying connected through email and social media
19:50 how Brian’s program helps players develop their character
22:25 training during the winter months in New York
24:15 thoughts on the United Soccer Coaches’ 30 Under 30 Program
26:00 the in-person vs. online format of coach education
28:00 the beginning of Unleashed Soccer Training
29:35 looking forward to upcoming tasks 2020
30:55 final three coached points
34:05 one piece of advice for any coach
--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/full90coaching/supportBrian Mitko - Head Men's Soccer Coach with SUNY Delhi
Brian is the Head Men’s Soccer Coach with SUNY Delhi, located in Delhi, New York, and he is a fellow member of the United Soccer Coaches 30 Under 30 Class of 2019-2020. During our conversation, we discuss how we met during convention but actually met while playing against each other in college, his experience as a multi-sport athlete in college, the emotions of getting that first collegiate win as a coach, and some important lessons learned from his mentors.
Before we dive in, here’s a quick word from our sponsors.
IG: @bmitko; @unleashedsoccertraining; @sunydelhisoccer
Website: https://delhibroncos.com/sports/msoc/index
0:25 background in soccer and current role
2:10 Brian’s decision to play at Skidmore as opposed to other Liberty League schools
3:20 ability to manage the college load and social aspect while being a 2-sport athlete
5:00 instead of playing club, Brian did a lot of ID camps
6:55 the moment realizing he wanted to become a coach
7:55 the emotions of the first collegiate win
10:30 transitioning from coaching at Bard to University of Vermont
11:35 deepening his soccer knowledge at UVM
14:55 the difference between being the best in your league vs. the best in playoffs
16:50 key lessons learned from mentors
18:20 value in staying connected through email and social media
19:50 how Brian’s program helps players develop their character
22:25 training during the winter months in New York
24:15 thoughts on the United Soccer Coaches’ 30 Under 30 Program
26:00 the in-person vs. online format of coach education
28:00 the beginning of Unleashed Soccer Training
29:35 looking forward to upcoming tasks 2020
30:55 final three coached points
34:05 one piece of advice for any coach
Natasha Flores - Georgia Military College Women’s Assistant Coach
Natasha is the Assistant Women’s Soccer Coach with Georgia Military College located in Milledgeville, Georgia, and she is a fellow member of the United Soccer Coaches 30 Under 30 Class of 2019-2020. During our conversation, Natasha shares her experience of beginning her role as an Assistant Coach during the Pandemic, the challenges and some solutions of dealing with drama within the team, the value of pickup soccer and key lessons learned while at the Convention.
Twitter: @tashbepunny and @gmc_w_soc
Facebook: /natashaflores89
IG: @tbomb98
Website: http://www.gmcbulldogs.com/sports/wsoc/index
0:25 background in soccer and current role
2:40 transitioning to a new job during the Pandemic
4:40 prior to getting out on the field, a description of training
6:00 process of keeping everyone engaged during distance learning
9:15 example of team bonding and ice breakers
10:51 juggling Assistant Coaching and Volunteer GK positions
12:35 preparing the team for the transition from non-contact to contact
16:35 coach’s role when players start to split off from the group or there’s some drama within the squad
19:08 difference between being the Head Coach at the High School level vs. the Assistant Coach at the Collegiate level
22:05 biggest lesson learned from the Head Coach at GMC
24:05 thoughts on being a fellow member of the 30 Under 30 Class of 2019-2020 though United Soccer Coaches
26:03 networking component of the program from fellow 30 Under 30 candidates
27:17 the difference of playing pickup vs. a structured team practice
35:00 plans for the rest of 2020
38:20 Final three coaching points
41:17 One piece of advice for any coach
--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/full90coaching/supportNatasha Flores - Georgia Military College Women’s Assistant Coach
Natasha is the Assistant Women’s Soccer Coach with Georgia Military College located in Milledgeville, Georgia, and she is a fellow member of the United Soccer Coaches 30 Under 30 Class of 2019-2020. During our conversation, Natasha shares her experience of beginning her role as an Assistant Coach during the Pandemic, the challenges and some solutions of dealing with drama within the team, the value of pickup soccer and key lessons learned while at the Convention.
Twitter: @tashbepunny and @gmc_w_soc
Facebook: /natashaflores89
IG: @tbomb98
Website: http://www.gmcbulldogs.com/sports/wsoc/index
0:25 background in soccer and current role
2:40 transitioning to a new job during the Pandemic
4:40 prior to getting out on the field, a description of training
6:00 process of keeping everyone engaged during distance learning
9:15 example of team bonding and ice breakers
10:51 juggling Assistant Coaching and Volunteer GK positions
12:35 preparing the team for the transition from non-contact to contact
16:35 coach’s role when players start to split off from the group or there’s some drama within the squad
19:08 difference between being the Head Coach at the High School level vs. the Assistant Coach at the Collegiate level
22:05 biggest lesson learned from the Head Coach at GMC
24:05 thoughts on being a fellow member of the 30 Under 30 Class of 2019-2020 though United Soccer Coaches
26:03 networking component of the program from fellow 30 Under 30 candidates
27:17 the difference of playing pickup vs. a structured team practice
35:00 plans for the rest of 2020
38:20 Final three coaching points
41:17 One piece of advice for any coach
Jeff Guinn - Head Men's Soccer Coach with Union COllege and Owner of Pro Kick Soccer
Jeff is the Head Men’s Soccer Coach with Union College in Schenectady, NY and runs his own soccer company, Pro Kick Soccer. During this interview, Jeff shares his own playing background and journey from spray painted milk jugs in the backyard to playing professionally, valuable lessons he’s learned from his mentors, the importance of relationship-based coaching, and we spend time reminiscing about my class of 2012 at Union.
Before we dive in, here’s a quick word from our sponsors.
Website: https://prokicksoccer.com/
Website: www.unionathletics.com
IG: @prokicksoccer
IG: @unionmsoccer
0:35 background in soccer
5:55 key lessons learned growing up under German and Argentinian Coaches
7:45 lessons learned from his mentor, George Tarantini, on and off the field
9:00 Learning about the start and development of Pro Kick Soccer
16:15 coaching similar topics to different age groups but changing the coaching style to meet their needs through relationship-based coaching
26:30 Controlling the controllables or give away your power
31:40 reminiscing about my class of 2012 at Union College
42:30 Final three coaching points
46:55 one piece of advice for any coach
--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/full90coaching/supportJeff Guinn - Head Men's Soccer Coach with Union COllege and Owner of Pro Kick Soccer
Jeff is the Head Men’s Soccer Coach with Union College in Schenectady, NY and runs his own soccer company, Pro Kick Soccer. During this interview, Jeff shares his own playing background and journey from spray painted milk jugs in the backyard to playing professionally, valuable lessons he’s learned from his mentors, the importance of relationship-based coaching, and we spend time reminiscing about my class of 2012 at Union.
Before we dive in, here’s a quick word from our sponsors.
Website: https://prokicksoccer.com/
Website: www.unionathletics.com
IG: @prokicksoccer
IG: @unionmsoccer
0:35 background in soccer
5:55 key lessons learned growing up under German and Argentinian Coaches
7:45 lessons learned from his mentor, George Tarantini, on and off the field
9:00 Learning about the start and development of Pro Kick Soccer
16:15 coaching similar topics to different age groups but changing the coaching style to meet their needs through relationship-based coaching
26:30 Controlling the controllables or give away your power
31:40 reminiscing about my class of 2012 at Union College
42:30 Final three coaching points
46:55 one piece of advice for any coach
PJ Ordaz - Head Coach with San Ramon FC
PJ and I met 5 years ago coaching together with Benicia Arsenal, and now PJ is the Head Coach of the 09 and 04 boys’ teams with San Ramon FC. During this interview. We discuss the differences between his former and current clubs, the value of futsal in the development of young players, his journey to Brazil, and the opportunities available for players and teams to travel to Brazil and train.
How to Contact PJ:
IG: @internationalgoalsinc @pbnjaay
0:20 background in soccer
3:15 Experience with Benicia Arsenal and our meeting
4:20 comparing Benicia FC to San Ramon FC
5:40 larger clubs have competition between players within their own teams
6:20 similarities and differences between coaching 09 and 04 teams
7:10 working through COVID-19
9:55 PJ’s journey to Brazil
12:30 the structure and feel or trainings at a professional setting in Brazil
16:20 pitching futsal as a priority for u-12 and younger
19:40 similarities and differences between Santos and Portuguesa Santista
23:25 understanding the development phase of the game vs. the top level when winning is a priority
27:10 key takeaways from being in two professional atmospheres in Brazil
29:40 opportunity to travel and play in Brazil
33:40 types of programs offered
35:35 final three coaching points
38:00 story from Brazil
43:05 one piece of advice for any coach
--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/full90coaching/supportPJ Ordaz - Head Coach with San Ramon FC
PJ and I met 5 years ago coaching together with Benicia Arsenal, and now PJ is the Head Coach of the 09 and 04 boys’ teams with San Ramon FC. During this interview. We discuss the differences between his former and current clubs, the value of futsal in the development of young players, his journey to Brazil, and the opportunities available for players and teams to travel to Brazil and train.
How to Contact PJ:
IG: @internationalgoalsinc @pbnjaay
0:20 background in soccer
3:15 Experience with Benicia Arsenal and our meeting
4:20 comparing Benicia FC to San Ramon FC
5:40 larger clubs have competition between players within their own teams
6:20 similarities and differences between coaching 09 and 04 teams
7:10 working through COVID-19
9:55 PJ’s journey to Brazil
12:30 the structure and feel or trainings at a professional setting in Brazil
16:20 pitching futsal as a priority for u-12 and younger
19:40 similarities and differences between Santos and Portuguesa Santista
23:25 understanding the development phase of the game vs. the top level when winning is a priority
27:10 key takeaways from being in two professional atmospheres in Brazil
29:40 opportunity to travel and play in Brazil
33:40 types of programs offered
35:35 final three coaching points
38:00 story from Brazil
43:05 one piece of advice for any coach
Nick Manzoni - Founder of SportsLab360
SportsLab360 is a fantastic online platform that promotes the development of youth soccer players by providing them with an accessible and holistic learning program that increases their Soccer IQ. Whether you're back on the field, semi locked down, or still fully remote, you’re going to want to check out SportsLab360. I’ve used it with my own teams over the past year and it has yielded some real results that will discuss in this episode. As a special offer to our listeners, you can use code BEST15 to sign up for SportsLab360 and receive 15% off your subscription. Again, that code is B-E-S-T-1-5 to get 15% off!
www.sportslab360.com
IG: @sportslab360
Twitter: @sportslab360
0:21 background in soccer
2:40 summary of SportsLab360
5:00 actual game footage included in software with players of like-ages in each area
7:40 SportsLab360 complements the on-field training with modules for different topics- positions, tactics, and systems for example
11:05 feedback on the quizzes that check for understanding while players develop soccer IQ
14:25 coaches can creatively use SportsLab360 to support their players’ learning; my example was using zoom and polling the players to have them defend each of their viewpoints
17:55 added session plans to SportsLab360 to simplify the coaches’ job of tying training sessions to the online modules
21:05 upcoming developments coming to SportsLab360
23:25 Final three coaching points
29:40 One piece of advice for any coach
--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/full90coaching/supportNick Manzoni - Founder of SportsLab360
SportsLab360 is a fantastic online platform that promotes the development of youth soccer players by providing them with an accessible and holistic learning program that increases their Soccer IQ. Whether you're back on the field, semi locked down, or still fully remote, you’re going to want to check out SportsLab360. I’ve used it with my own teams over the past year and it has yielded some real results that will discuss in this episode. As a special offer to our listeners, you can use code BEST15 to sign up for SportsLab360 and receive 15% off your subscription. Again, that code is B-E-S-T-1-5 to get 15% off!
www.sportslab360.com
IG: @sportslab360
Twitter: @sportslab360
0:21 background in soccer
2:40 summary of SportsLab360
5:00 actual game footage included in software with players of like-ages in each area
7:40 SportsLab360 complements the on-field training with modules for different topics- positions, tactics, and systems for example
11:05 feedback on the quizzes that check for understanding while players develop soccer IQ
14:25 coaches can creatively use SportsLab360 to support their players’ learning; my example was using zoom and polling the players to have them defend each of their viewpoints
17:55 added session plans to SportsLab360 to simplify the coaches’ job of tying training sessions to the online modules
21:05 upcoming developments coming to SportsLab360
23:25 Final three coaching points
29:40 One piece of advice for any coach
Ted Steen's Guest Interview - Graham Mayle's Master's Program
Today we flipped the script once again as I am interviewed by one of my former guests, Graham Mayle. Graham is the Director of Coaching for Benicia Arsenal, and you can dive into episode 7 to hear his interview, but now he is the one interviewing coaches as part of his Master’s Program. During our conversation, we dive into my reflective practices and how I utilize the time after training to contemplate how the session went, what can be improved, and the action steps that need to be taken before the next training, not only in terms of player performance, but my performance as a coach.
--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/full90coaching/supportTed Steen's Guest Interview - Graham Mayle's Master's Program
Today we flipped the script once again as I am interviewed by one of my former guests, Graham Mayle. Graham is the Director of Coaching for Benicia Arsenal, and you can dive into episode 7 to hear his interview, but now he is the one interviewing coaches as part of his Master’s Program. During our conversation, we dive into my reflective practices and how I utilize the time after training to contemplate how the session went, what can be improved, and the action steps that need to be taken before the next training, not only in terms of player performance, but my performance as a coach.
Ted Steen's Guest Interview- United Soccer Coaches Podcast
Our host, Ted Steen, was a guest on the United Soccer Coaches Podcast with Dean Linke. He was interviewed as a member of the 2019-20 30 Under 30 Program. During the conversation, Ted shares how he heard about the 30 Under 30 Program, growing up in Massachusetts and and playing club and college before moving out the California, best memories as both a player and a coach, supporting the underserved community surrounding Contra Costa College here in the East Bay through the program and through his work with Spurs FC, and the value of the upcoming United Soccer Coaches virtual convention in January 2021.
--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/full90coaching/supportTed Steen's Guest Interview- United Soccer Coaches Podcast
Our host, Ted Steen, was a guest on the United Soccer Coaches Podcast with Dean Linke. He was interviewed as a member of the 2019-20 30 Under 30 Program. During the conversation, Ted shares how he heard about the 30 Under 30 Program, growing up in Massachusetts and and playing club and college before moving out the California, best memories as both a player and a coach, supporting the underserved community surrounding Contra Costa College here in the East Bay through the program and through his work with Spurs FC, and the value of the upcoming United Soccer Coaches virtual convention in January 2021.
Jane Grimley – Assistant Women’s Soccer Coach with Goldey-Beacom College and Head Coach with Sporting Delaware and Philadelphia Union Youth
Jane is a fellow member of United Soccer Coaches’ 30 Under 30 class of 2019-2020, and she is currently the Assistant Women’s Soccer Coach with Goldey-Beacom College located in Wilmington Delaware. She also coaches teams at the club level for Sporting Delaware and Philadelphia Union Youth. During our conversation, Jane shares her experience transitioning from a player to coach with Goldey-Beacom College, working with players who are facing personal challenges like eating disorders, encouraging her players to watch and learn more about the game, her worst coaching moment and Mean Mondays, as well as coaching within your personality.
IG: @jgrimleysoccer
TikTok: @jgrimley_soccer
0:15 soccer background
1:15 realizing that coaching was the right career path
3:10 discussing a player’s experience going through a disorder and supporting her
6:40 using professional players as an example for your players to look up to through their books
7:55 supporting the women’s national team but realizing her players need to watch the game more often
9:45 supporting her girls by promoting watching the game
12:05 watching videos/ webinars to learn about the game
13:57 the value of female soccer players having female role models in leadership positions
15:35 developing a bridge to support the mentor-mentee relationships
16:45 Differences between coaching at the club and college level
18:20 having a team push on into the Girls Academy (GA)
19:15 difference between the Development Academy (DA; no longer exists) and GA
20:00 combining two teams and holding tryouts during the pandemic
22:25 coming back into the training environment
25:30 players struggling to win the pause and make the most out of the added time off from soccer but the extra load of work and stress from life
27:40 keeping players engaged during these difficult times
33:00 dealing with the difficulty of combining two teams into one
34:30 fellow 30 under 30 coaches and our upcoming ‘return from COVID-19’ socially distanced assignment
37:20 potential changes to the game structure to accommodate pod/ contact restrictions
40:00 feedback on the experience of 30 under 30 and the Convention
44:00 the birth of ‘mean Monday’
45:55 the importance of having a growth mindset
48:00 plans for the rest of 2020
49:30 final three coaching points
52:00 one piece of advice for any coach
--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/full90coaching/supportJane Grimley – Assistant Women’s Soccer Coach with Goldey-Beacom College and Head Coach with Sporting Delaware and Philadelphia Union Youth
Jane is a fellow member of United Soccer Coaches’ 30 Under 30 class of 2019-2020, and she is currently the Assistant Women’s Soccer Coach with Goldey-Beacom College located in Wilmington Delaware. She also coaches teams at the club level for Sporting Delaware and Philadelphia Union Youth. During our conversation, Jane shares her experience transitioning from a player to coach with Goldey-Beacom College, working with players who are facing personal challenges like eating disorders, encouraging her players to watch and learn more about the game, her worst coaching moment and Mean Mondays, as well as coaching within your personality.
IG: @jgrimleysoccer
TikTok: @jgrimley_soccer
0:15 soccer background
1:15 realizing that coaching was the right career path
3:10 discussing a player’s experience going through a disorder and supporting her
6:40 using professional players as an example for your players to look up to through their books
7:55 supporting the women’s national team but realizing her players need to watch the game more often
9:45 supporting her girls by promoting watching the game
12:05 watching videos/ webinars to learn about the game
13:57 the value of female soccer players having female role models in leadership positions
15:35 developing a bridge to support the mentor-mentee relationships
16:45 Differences between coaching at the club and college level
18:20 having a team push on into the Girls Academy (GA)
19:15 difference between the Development Academy (DA; no longer exists) and GA
20:00 combining two teams and holding tryouts during the pandemic
22:25 coming back into the training environment
25:30 players struggling to win the pause and make the most out of the added time off from soccer but the extra load of work and stress from life
27:40 keeping players engaged during these difficult times
33:00 dealing with the difficulty of combining two teams into one
34:30 fellow 30 under 30 coaches and our upcoming ‘return from COVID-19’ socially distanced assignment
37:20 potential changes to the game structure to accommodate pod/ contact restrictions
40:00 feedback on the experience of 30 under 30 and the Convention
44:00 the birth of ‘mean Monday’
45:55 the importance of having a growth mindset
48:00 plans for the rest of 2020
49:30 final three coaching points
52:00 one piece of advice for any coach
Mario Felix - First Assistant Women's Soccer Coach with Southern Utah University
Mario is currently the Assistant Women’s Soccer Coach with Southern Utah University in Cedar City, Utah. During our conversation, Mario shares his experience coaching at a variety of colleges, his strength in recruiting at the collegiate level, learning patience from his time in the military, and sharing his work for coach education through Global Coaches Presentation.
IG: @coachmfelix @suusoccer
Twitter: @coachmfelix @coachesglobal
Global Coaches Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/global-coaches-podcasts/id1516130511
0:30 mutual friend Francisco Cantero
1:42 background in soccer
4:00 experience graduating from high school and then coaching high school JV team
5:55 setting a line of respect when close in age with the players
8:45 diving into his experience as a referee
12:05 parental behavior on the sideline and setting expectations around the coach doing his job
15:40 what can we do as a soccer community to keep referees in the game?
18:45 coaching Bethel College and 2 Wichita Rush teams at the same time
23:25 benefits of having a military background
24:50 highlights from both the college and club sides of the game
26:30 the level of stress changes as your job isn’t based on results at the club level
27:30 making the decision to stop doing club (for now) and focus on coaching college
29:50 how Mario found his passion for recruiting and his process
32:45 coach’s ability to be vulnerable when working with a women’s program
35:10 advice for coaches to overcome the obstacle of cliques within a team
40:10 Global Coaches Presentations webinars
46:20 selecting a coaching mentor
49:00 Final three coaching points
51:50 One piece of advice for any coach
--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/full90coaching/supportMario Felix - First Assistant Women's Soccer Coach with Southern Utah University
Mario is currently the Assistant Women’s Soccer Coach with Southern Utah University in Cedar City, Utah. During our conversation, Mario shares his experience coaching at a variety of colleges, his strength in recruiting at the collegiate level, learning patience from his time in the military, and sharing his work for coach education through Global Coaches Presentation.
IG: @coachmfelix @suusoccer
Twitter: @coachmfelix @coachesglobal
Global Coaches Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/global-coaches-podcasts/id1516130511
0:30 mutual friend Francisco Cantero
1:42 background in soccer
4:00 experience graduating from high school and then coaching high school JV team
5:55 setting a line of respect when close in age with the players
8:45 diving into his experience as a referee
12:05 parental behavior on the sideline and setting expectations around the coach doing his job
15:40 what can we do as a soccer community to keep referees in the game?
18:45 coaching Bethel College and 2 Wichita Rush teams at the same time
23:25 benefits of having a military background
24:50 highlights from both the college and club sides of the game
26:30 the level of stress changes as your job isn’t based on results at the club level
27:30 making the decision to stop doing club (for now) and focus on coaching college
29:50 how Mario found his passion for recruiting and his process
32:45 coach’s ability to be vulnerable when working with a women’s program
35:10 advice for coaches to overcome the obstacle of cliques within a team
40:10 Global Coaches Presentations webinars
46:20 selecting a coaching mentor
49:00 Final three coaching points
51:50 One piece of advice for any coach
NicoSuave – Street Soccer Athlete, Freestyler and Co-Founder of American Panna Championship
Nico Suave is a Street Soccer Athlete, Freestyler and Co-Founder of American Panna Championship. During our conversation Nico shares his passion for the game of soccer on a variety of levels, from helping players at the grassroots level of the game to coaching at high school and college level, he describes the difference between freestyle soccer and street soccer, teaches our guests about panna, and explains why street soccer and futsal are the missing links in U.S. Soccer.
IG: @nicosuave15 facebook: NicoSuaveOfficial
0:20 mutual friend Ariel Rosenman
1:12 background in soccer
8:12 thinking globally, not locally
12:20 futsal practice with Sonoma State Women’s soccer program
16:26 Summer Work at the college and coaching through COVID-19
17:48 stay connected as parents, kids, and coaches
21:02 venting moment for Nico Suave about online trainers using a lot of equipment and clubs charging same amount of money for zoom as they do for regular season
27:18 Freestyle Friday, Street Soccer Saturday, panna
35:50 key reasons why street soccer and futsal are the missing link in U.S. soccer
42:35 how to increase mental toughness in our players
48:00 Sonoma State’s growth from futsal training
51:10 final three coaching points
59:25 one piece of advice for any coach
--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/full90coaching/supportNicoSuave – Street Soccer Athlete, Freestyler and Co-Founder of American Panna Championship
Nico Suave is a Street Soccer Athlete, Freestyler and Co-Founder of American Panna Championship. During our conversation Nico shares his passion for the game of soccer on a variety of levels, from helping players at the grassroots level of the game to coaching at high school and college level, he describes the difference between freestyle soccer and street soccer, teaches our guests about panna, and explains why street soccer and futsal are the missing links in U.S. Soccer.
IG: @nicosuave15 facebook: NicoSuaveOfficial
0:20 mutual friend Ariel Rosenman
1:12 background in soccer
8:12 thinking globally, not locally
12:20 futsal practice with Sonoma State Women’s soccer program
16:26 Summer Work at the college and coaching through COVID-19
17:48 stay connected as parents, kids, and coaches
21:02 venting moment for Nico Suave about online trainers using a lot of equipment and clubs charging same amount of money for zoom as they do for regular season
27:18 Freestyle Friday, Street Soccer Saturday, panna
35:50 key reasons why street soccer and futsal are the missing link in U.S. soccer
42:35 how to increase mental toughness in our players
48:00 Sonoma State’s growth from futsal training
51:10 final three coaching points
59:25 one piece of advice for any coach
Alex Cobo – Founder and Director of AC Football Academy
Alex discusses playing for the Boca Juniors youth team, the origins and growth of AC Football Academy and its structure, the focus of their training sessions prioritizing the development of the tools of the game and decision-making, as well as building and maintain a strong culture within the Academy.
IG: @alexcobo369 @ac_football_academy
0:22 background in soccer
2:10 from training a few kids in the park to the beginning of AC Football Academy
4:45 building AC Football Academy after being sacked from another coaching position
9:05 advice to other people facing adversity or are down on their luck
12:00 the structure within AC Football Academy
19:05 evaluating players’ abilities to transition between programs
25:04 difference between the Academy and Excellence programs
34:00 taking the time to evaluate players before they can sign up for any program
38:40 overcoming challenges once players/ families are already accepted into the program
48:08 future growth of AC Football Academy
54:00 final three coaching points
59:30 One piece of advice for any coach
--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/full90coaching/supportAlex Cobo – Founder and Director of AC Football Academy
Alex discusses playing for the Boca Juniors youth team, the origins and growth of AC Football Academy and its structure, the focus of their training sessions prioritizing the development of the tools of the game and decision-making, as well as building and maintain a strong culture within the Academy.
IG: @alexcobo369 @ac_football_academy
0:22 background in soccer
2:10 from training a few kids in the park to the beginning of AC Football Academy
4:45 building AC Football Academy after being sacked from another coaching position
9:05 advice to other people facing adversity or are down on their luck
12:00 the structure within AC Football Academy
19:05 evaluating players’ abilities to transition between programs
25:04 difference between the Academy and Excellence programs
34:00 taking the time to evaluate players before they can sign up for any program
38:40 overcoming challenges once players/ families are already accepted into the program
48:08 future growth of AC Football Academy
54:00 final three coaching points
59:30 One piece of advice for any coach
Sean Casey - Co-Founder of Universal Dialect
Sean Casey - Co-Founder of Universal Dialect
IG: @universaldialect
www.universaldialect.com
0:36 background in soccer
2:20 playing soccer across two states while working
3:49 working during the day and diving into his passion, Universal Dialect
8:15 Nick’s story of playing in Peru
12:08 the breakdown of how Universal Dialect give back through soccer
15:45 return trip to Peru and the National team’s scouting system
18:10 the importance in quality of the tee to have clients look good AND feel good
21:10 the ball allows the young players to go out and have an adventure
24:00 currently offer 2 tee’s, a beanie, and a hat, but no ball?
27:35 the start-up and growth of UD
29:30 re-entering the market after COVID-19
33:05 the process of vetting organizations prior to partnering with them
38:25 defining Red Zones and supporting children in these areas
42:20 utilizing soccer as an adventure to escape from some harsh realities
43:00 total soccer balls given away to date
44:35 three coaching points
47:10 one piece of advice for any coach
Deb Biche-Labbe - Head Women's Soccer Coach with Thomas College
During our conversation, Deb and I connect over our mentor, Nancy Feldman, and what Deb learned from her time playing for Nancy, we discuss recruiting and looking for characteristics of the ideal player, and we talk about some of the differences playing at the Division 1 vs. the Division 3 level.
IG: @thomas_college_womens_soccer
0:30 background in soccer in Trinidad and Tobago and in USA
1:40 playing background
2:30 realizing that coaching was the right career choice
4:00 Liberty League connection: St. Lawrence and Union
6:15 small soccer world continued: Nancy Feldman
7:45 playing for Nancy Feldman and experiencing a coaching change within her junior year of college
15:15 extending our own boundaries and being comfortable being uncomfortable
17:40 understanding how to push your players to the next level without pushing them away
20:25 adapting and adjusting coaching throughout this pandemic
24:40 the impact of COVID-19 on recruiting
26:50 describing the ideal player
31:40 differences between the demanding schedule of Division 1 and the balance provided in Division 3
36:12 taking a break from coaching to work as an Athletic Director
39:42 highlights during time with Thomas College
42:00 small world story
44:12 looking forward to most in 2020
46:45 Final three coaching points
50:23 One piece of advice for any coach
--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/full90coaching/supportDeb Biche-Labbe - Head Women's Soccer Coach with Thomas College
During our conversation, Deb and I connect over our mentor, Nancy Feldman, and what Deb learned from her time playing for Nancy, we discuss recruiting and looking for characteristics of the ideal player, and we talk about some of the differences playing at the Division 1 vs. the Division 3 level.
IG: @thomas_college_womens_soccer
0:30 background in soccer in Trinidad and Tobago and in USA
1:40 playing background
2:30 realizing that coaching was the right career choice
4:00 Liberty League connection: St. Lawrence and Union
6:15 small soccer world continued: Nancy Feldman
7:45 playing for Nancy Feldman and experiencing a coaching change within her junior year of college
15:15 extending our own boundaries and being comfortable being uncomfortable
17:40 understanding how to push your players to the next level without pushing them away
20:25 adapting and adjusting coaching throughout this pandemic
24:40 the impact of COVID-19 on recruiting
26:50 describing the ideal player
31:40 differences between the demanding schedule of Division 1 and the balance provided in Division 3
36:12 taking a break from coaching to work as an Athletic Director
39:42 highlights during time with Thomas College
42:00 small world story
44:12 looking forward to most in 2020
46:45 Final three coaching points
50:23 One piece of advice for any coach
Simba Aberdeen – Albany High School Boys’ Varsity Coach and Spurs FC Coach and Community Outreach Manager
Along with coaching with Spurs FC, Simba is also the club’s Community Outreach Manager, and he is the Varsity Boys’ Coach at Albany High School. During our conversation, we discuss Simba’s experience growing up and playing soccer in Trinidad and Tobago, playing within their youth national team system and high school soccer, facing several challenges when playing in the U.S.A., and his passion for coaching and helping players improve their understanding through moments in the game.
IG: @simbaaberdeen
0:25 background in soccer in Trinidad and Tobago and in USA
25:50 current coaching roles
26:40 start playing soccer with the coaching school at a cost
27:47 after coaching school, competitive soccer is free
29:25 playing on the youth national team starting at 16 under 3 different coaches
31:00 having to win back his position for each new coach
34:25 having the ability to bet on yourself and become better
37:00 competing in T & T’s prominent high school system
41:30 whether at the highest or lowest points in your career, being able to manage the emotions
44:10 playing experiences in college and facing the adversity
50:00 strange encounter while volunteering with Habitat for Humanity
52:00 Dealing with the cold in upstate New York
54:02 being asked to play in a different position
57:45 reflecting - understanding WHY you did what you did and how you did it
1:01:08 experience of playing semi-professional and professional around the world
1:11:42 coaching in California with Spurs FC
1:14:12 prefers to coach the older teams because it is where he feels he sees the game best
1:18:30 helping players understand their roles and functions within a team
1:21:35 comparing the team to an orchestra and focusing session plans on a certain player (instrument) to understand how the team supports that player
1:31:35 some challenges in coaching
1:33:05 having players desire to play as much as the coach cares
1:38:27 final three coaching points
1:43:03 one piece of advice for any coach
--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/full90coaching/supportSimba Aberdeen – Albany High School Boys’ Varsity Coach and Spurs FC Coach and Community Outreach Manager
Along with coaching with Spurs FC, Simba is also the club’s Community Outreach Manager, and he is the Varsity Boys’ Coach at Albany High School. During our conversation, we discuss Simba’s experience growing up and playing soccer in Trinidad and Tobago, playing within their youth national team system and high school soccer, facing several challenges when playing in the U.S.A., and his passion for coaching and helping players improve their understanding through moments in the game.
IG: @simbaaberdeen
0:25 background in soccer in Trinidad and Tobago and in USA
25:50 current coaching roles
26:40 start playing soccer with the coaching school at a cost
27:47 after coaching school, competitive soccer is free
29:25 playing on the youth national team starting at 16 under 3 different coaches
31:00 having to win back his position for each new coach
34:25 having the ability to bet on yourself and become better
37:00 competing in T & T’s prominent high school system
41:30 whether at the highest or lowest points in your career, being able to manage the emotions
44:10 playing experiences in college and facing the adversity
50:00 strange encounter while volunteering with Habitat for Humanity
52:00 Dealing with the cold in upstate New York
54:02 being asked to play in a different position
57:45 reflecting - understanding WHY you did what you did and how you did it
1:01:08 experience of playing semi-professional and professional around the world
1:11:42 coaching in California with Spurs FC
1:14:12 prefers to coach the older teams because it is where he feels he sees the game best
1:18:30 helping players understand their roles and functions within a team
1:21:35 comparing the team to an orchestra and focusing session plans on a certain player (instrument) to understand how the team supports that player
1:31:35 some challenges in coaching
1:33:05 having players desire to play as much as the coach cares
1:38:27 final three coaching points
1:43:03 one piece of advice for any coach