Modern Soccer Coach Podcast

Gary is joined by Director of Coach Education at Belgium FA, Kris Van Der Haegen. He discusses their development model along with advice for coaches on their own programs that they have in place for their young players, including the following topics: - What Belgium changed in 2002 - Dealing with obstacles in development models - Kevin De Bruyne's late development lessons - Importance of 1v1 training for skills and retention And much more! Two new MSC Workshop Webinars are now available on the MSC website: - Pressing Workshop Webinar - Match Analysis Workshop Webinar Gary Curneen takes coaches through over 90 minute of tactical footage and discussions. Available now at https://www.modernsoccercoach.com/shop

Gary is joined by Ubuntu Cape Town FC coach and writer for Spielverlagerung, Moritz Kossman to discuss session design including: - What is his starting point for session design? - Why use different shapes like hexagons? - Why are underloads situations effective teaching tools? - Where does he draw inspiration for exercises? - Can sessions become too complex for players? - How do you judge success of a session? And much more!! This podcast is brought to you again by SportsLab360, an outstanding platform designed to empower youth players to increase their Soccer IQ and allow coaches to guide player development outside of training. We have some exciting news at the break on how MSC have teamed up with them and how you can claim a special offer. Please check out their work at www.SportsLab360.com

Mark Bennett and Alan Keane discuss the need-centered approach in coaching player decision making and adaptability. They explore evaluating coaching interventions, reprogramming players, and the importance of self-reviewing skills. They also highlight the challenges of changing coaching methods and the role of effective mentors in supporting coaches.

Gary is joined by former Dundee United and Glasgow Rangers forward Jon Daly. Since moving onto the coaching side of the game, Jon received an opportunity at Hearts in a unique position that we rarely talk about in coaching: the interim role. John discusses the challenges and opportunities in this role, both from a player and coaches perspective. He also shares his perspective on how you can potentially prepare yourself for an opportunity that may not be under the perfect circumstances, his UEFA PRO License course, club visits in US, and much more! This podcast is brought to you by Bounce Athletics. If you are running a summer camp Bounce Athletics offers fully customized micro-stitched textured premium camp balls for under $9/ball. These are same camp balls that are used by major DI programs like Wake Forest, Creighton, Texas Tech, Michigan State, Florida State, and Clemson to name just a few. Modern Soccer Coach listeners can get a $50 discount on their first order of custom balls or training vests by mentioning the podcast when they email info@BounceAthletics.com to begin the order process.

Gary is joined by Veo CEO, Henrik Teisbæk, to talk about how youth and amateur teams can video their games - and potentially create opportunities for revenue streams and connections when the games resume. Veo is the portable, lightweight soccer camera that films games and practices automatically without the need for a camera operator. Once games are recorded, they're sent to the Veo online software. Coaches and players can then create highlights, draw on the screen or even take control of the camera and operate it themselves. With Veo, the possibilities are endless. For more information: www.veo.co/us/MSC

This is from the live interview that Gary did with Jim McGuinness alongside the North American Irish Coaches. Jim achieved huge success as a coach in GAA with Donegal, but then moved over to soccer working with Celtic academy and U20, and then moving to Beijing to work with Roger Schmidt. In this interview he discusses: - How he changed the culture at Donegal - How do you train intensity - Differences between Brendan Rodgers and Roger Schmidt - Aligning philosophy with recruitment and sport science And much more!! The Modern Soccer Coach Mentorship Program is back! Next month, Gary Curneen will take coaches through an intensive four week course where they will take specific themes and discuss them in-depth through webinars, along with assignments where coaches will get feedback on their work. Coaches will cover philosophy, tactical analysis and session design, as well as looking at ways they can improve their environment to maximize the time they have with their team. The course will be split into four weeks with a webinar and assignment on each one and is ideal for a coach who is looking at continuing their development and putting processes in place for when practice resumes. To reserve your spot, please go to: https://www.modernsoccercoach.com/product-page/june-coach-mentorship-program

Gary is joined by UEFA PRO License coach, Cristian Colás. He discusses his coaching journey that has taken him to Spain, Finland, and England, as well as addressing the following: - How do coaches challenge themselves if there are limited opportunities for them? - How can you grow as a coach if you do not have a full-time coaching position - How can you play a possession game if you have limited training time with your players? - How do you balance complexity and simplicity when it comes to game models? - How can you make training 'fun' at senior levels? And much more!!! This podcast is brought to you by Bounce Athletics. If you are running a summer camp Bounce Athletics offers fully customized micro-stitched textured premium camp balls for under $9/ball. These are same camp balls that are used by major DI programs like Wake Forest, Creighton, Texas Tech, Michigan State, Florida State, and Clemson to name just a few. Modern Soccer Coach listeners can get a $50 discount on their first order of custom balls or training vests by mentioning the podcast when they email info@BounceAthletics.com to begin the order process.

Gary is joined by Martin O'Neill for a special live interview alongside the North American Irish Coaches. The former Ireland, Celtic, Sunderland, Aston Villa manager discusses his journey and experiences in the game, including: - Playing under Brian Clough - Why he chose Roy Keane as an assistant coach - Difference between coaching for development versus results - Do coaches today overcomplicate the game - Relationship with Henrik Larsson - Coaching the underdog If you would like to support Modern Soccer Coach and are looking for some reading over the break, we currently have a 40% OFF special offer on MSC books on our website. Please click below and use the code MSCSPECIAL https://www.modernsoccercoach.com/shop

Gary is joined by legendary basketball coach Tom Crean. Currently Head Coach at University of Georgia, and with a hugely successful spells at Indiana and Marquette, Tom has developed winning teams and NBA players in the process. In this interview he disucsses: - How to challenge players every day - Ways that staff can help or hinder environment - Pathway of NBA Player Development - Communicating to families and club coaches - Dwayne Wade's level of honesty and awareness in college And much more!!! This podcast is brought to you by Bounce Athletics. If you are running a summer camp Bounce Athletics offers fully customized micro-stitched textured premium camp balls for under $9/ball. To receive free shipping, with delivery in May, order by February 15th. These are same camp balls that are used by major DI programs like Wake Forest, Creighton, Texas Tech, Michigan State, Florida State, and Clemson to name just a few. Modern Soccer Coach listeners can get a $50 discount on their first order of custom balls or training vests by mentioning the podcast when they email info@BounceAthletics.com to begin the order process.

Gary is joined by current Roma U17 and UEFA Pro Coach, Fabrizio Piccareta. He talks about his journey as a coach, his time as assistant coach to Paolo Di Canio at Sunderland, current role, and the following: - How can you prepare U17 for the pressures of playing with such a big club? - Are Italian players naturally more disciplined with regards to lifestyle management and diet? - How was Paolo Di Canio on a daily basis? - How difficult is it to change the culture of a club mid-season? - How can Italy balance flair with defensive focus in their football culture? And much more! This podcast is brought to you by Bounce Athletics. If you are running a summer camp Bounce Athletics offers fully customized micro-stitched textured premium camp balls for under $9/ball. To receive free shipping, with delivery in May, order by February 15th. These are same camp balls that are used by major DI programs like Wake Forest, Creighton, Texas Tech, Michigan State, Florida State, and Clemson to name just a few. Modern Soccer Coach listeners can get a $50 discount on their first order of custom balls or training vests by mentioning the podcast when they email info@BounceAthletics.com to begin the order process.