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How Elite Coaches Teach a Game Model - Inside Kansas Soccer with Tyler Smaha
How do elite coaches actually teach a game model? In this episode, Gary sits down with Tyler Smaha, Assistant Coach at the University of Kansas, to explore how one of the top women's soccer programs in the country develops player understanding, decision-making, and tactical clarity. Rather than simply discussing principles of play, Tyler explains how Kansas connects its game model to every part of the learning process—from video analysis and positional blueprints to training design and individual development. We discuss: ⚽ How to build a game model from observation, not imitation ⚽ Teaching…
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