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Modern Soccer Coach Podcast
Our goal is to bring in-depth content to coaches with a combination of interviews, chats, and personal thoughts on the topics that really matter in the beautiful game and elite-level sport. Enjoy and thanks for listening! - Gary
Episodes
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastJeremy Gunn - Consistency and Clarity
Gary sits down with head men's soccer coach at Stanford University, who has lifted the national championship there in 2015, 2016, and 2017. He also enjoyed a…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastTony Annan - What Does Honesty Really Mean?
Gary is joined by Atlanta United Academy Director, Tony Annan. He shares his coaching philosophy and discusses the level of motivation that led him to assess…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastThe Coaching Corner: Juan Carlos Amoros - Theory to Practice
Gary is joined by Tottenham Hotspur Ladies assistant coach and UEFA Pro License, Juan Carlos Amoros. The objective of this coaching corner is to align theory…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastKieran Smith - RONDO'S
Gary is joined by Spanish football and training methodology expert Kieran Smith, to discuss one of the hottest topics in coach education in recent years…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastSkye Eddy Bruce - Dealing with Soccer Parents
Gary is joined by founder of Soccer Parenting Association, Skye Eddy Bruce. A former All-American player and college coach, Skye is passionate about helping…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastCoaching Corner: Peter Ramage on Central Defending
Gary is joined in the 'Coaching Corner' by former Newcastle United center back and current Phoenix Rising assistant coach, Peter Ramage. He discusses his youth…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastGary Stevens - From Spurs to Thailand & Mental Health for Coaches
Gary is joined by former Tottenham and England defender Gary Stevens, who discusses being released by Sir Bobby Robson and then playing under him at the World…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastCoaching Corner: Willie McNab on Beating a Low Block
Gary is joined on the Coaching Corner by Glasgow Celtic U-16 Coach, Willie McNab, who takes an in-depth look at how to beat a low block. What are the technical…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastJess Ibrom - Coaching Culture in Cook Islands and Mexico
Gary is joined by a coach who is no stranger to studying cultures, Jess Ibrom. As a UEFA and USSF 'A' licensed coach, the game has taken him to UK, USA, New…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastGary Lewis - Managing Top Talent
Philadelphia Union U-17 Academy Head Coach, Gary Lewis, talks about dealing with the top talents and managing them individually. He shares his experiences from…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastCoaching Corner: Louis Lancaster on Player Development
In a new feature on the MSC Podcast, Gary talks with former Taiwan National Team and Watford academy coach, Louis Lancaster on player development. Louis…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastMarko Mitrovic - Serbian Football Culture
Gary is joined by Chicago Fire assistant coach Marko Mitrovic. He enjoyed success as head coach of the Serbian Under-15 and Under-16 teams, and was an…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastFran Alonso - Spanish Culture in the Premier League
Gary is joined by former Everton and Southampton 1st team assistant coach, Fran Alonso. Currently the head coach at University of Liverpool, Fran discusses the…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastAdin Osmanbasic - A Tactical Mind
Gary is joined by expert tactical analyst Adin Osmanbasic to discuss the his views on the game. Adin has worked with Columbus Crew in MLS and writes for…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastTim Lees - Re-Evaluating Your Comfort Zone
Former Liverpool, Wigan, and Watford Academy coach Tim Lees talks about presenting his philosophy to Roberto Martinez, how that impacted his views on the game…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastStephanie McCaffrey | Inside US Women's Soccer Culture
US pro player Stephanie McCaffrey talks about her journey in the gam. From development and summers spent in country clubs, the shock of playing time decreases…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastShaka Hislop - Goalkeeping Then and Now
Former Newcastle United and West Ham goalkeeper Shaka Hislop discusses playing for managers like Kevin Keegan and Harry Redknapp, the role of his goalkeeper…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastSaul Isaksson-Hurst - Player Development: The 1-2-1 Speciailist Coach
Gary is joined by Saul Isaksson-Hurst, who spent 10 years coaching in Premier League Academy Football, at Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur. He is a 1-2-1 coach…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastLawrie Sanchez - The Crazy Gang Culture
Gary is joined by former Fulham and Northern Ireland manager Lawrie Sanchez to discuss his journey and experiences as both a player and a coach. Lawrie played…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastAndy Reid | Irish Soccer Culture Episode
Gary is joined by former Nottingham Forest, Tottenham Hotspur, and Sunderland player Andy Reid. Currently coaching with Ireland U-18 national team, Andy…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastOliver Gage | An Evidence-Based Approach to Coaching
Gary is joined by Oliver Gage, Head of Performance Analysis & Technical Recruitment for Houston Dynamo in Major League Soccer. Originally from England, Oliver…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastAsk Gary | How Should I Deliver a Team Talk After We Lost?
#AskGary is back to discuss dealing with how you should address your team after you lose. Should you blame external factors? Should we look within? Should we…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastDamian Hughes | Role of the Leader in a Winning Culture
Gary is joined by international speaker, author and sports psychology consultant, Damian Hughes. As a Professor of Organisational Psychology and Change, Damian…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastRobbie Servais | A Philosophy That Constantly Adapts
Gary is joined by Singapore U-19 national team coach and technical skills director, Robbie Servais. He talks about playing in Holland, coaching in Japan…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastStephen Constantine | Find a Way or Find an Excuse
Gary is joined by current India national team head coach, Stephen Constantine, who shares his remarkable story. An English coach who has managed Nepal, Malawi…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastGuido Seerden | Holistic Approach To The Game
Gary is joined by Guido Seerden, First team Performance coach & assistant U19 Coach at Dutch club Fortuna Sittard. Guido studied in England, worked in Dubai…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastStu Singer | Pre-Season Psychology Episode
Gary talks with Sports Psychology and Performance Coach, Stu Singer, on how best to integrate mindset into the pre-season planning. What is the best way to…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastRyland Morgans | Pre-Season Fitness Episode
Gary is joined by Fitness and Performance Coach, Ryland Morgans, to discuss the best ways for coaches to integrate their game plan into pre-season training…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastCody Royle | Where Others Won't
Gary talks to author and Aussie Rules coach, Cody Royle, about a number of topics surrounding culture. They discuss his book 'Where Others Won't', how we can…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastCarmelina Moscato | The Value of Tough Conversations
Gary is joined by current Stingrays United Senior Director of Coaching, Carmelina Moscato. The Olympic Bronze medalist discusses the impact former Canada head…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastNWSL Rewind with Clifton Bush - Match Day 15
Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor and Lindsay Vera to review the weekend games and discuss what teams are best placed to make a playoff push as the NWSL…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastJed Davies | Working in the Shadows
Gary is joined by coach, author and tactical analyst, Jed Davies, to discuss his coaching philosophy, how he personally analyzes games, his thoughts on Bielsa…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastTom Byer | Football Starts At Home
Gary is joined by global youth development expert, Tom Byer, to discuss his philosophy on parents playing the most important role in youth development rather…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastMal Pugh on #NWSL Rewind with Clifton Bush - Match Day 13
Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor to review the weekend games. He also has an exclusive in-depth interview with Mal Pugh (32:38), who discusses her…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastNWSL Rewind Show with Erwin van Bennekom - Match Day 12
Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor to review the weekend games. He also has an exclusive in-depth interview with Erwin van Bennekom(51:28), who discusses…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastMichael Beale | You Versus Yourself
Gary talks new Glasgow Rangers assistant coach, Michael Beale, about player development and a host of topics related to coaching. Mick's work as former…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastNWSL Rewind Show with Yael Averbuch - Match Day 11
Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor to review the weekend games. He also has an exclusive in-depth interview with Yael Averbuch(50:21), who discusses her…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastDan Micciche | Thinking Outside The Box
Gary is joined by former England, Crystal Palace, Spurs, and MK Dons youth coach Dan Micciche. Credited with the development of England midfielder, Dele Alli…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastWorld Cup Special | YOU are the Coach!
Gary talks to a group of coaches with an incredible range of experiences and views on the game. Craig Harrington (former Turks & Caicos Head Coach), Erwin van…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastKevin George: Soccology
Gary chats to former professional player Kevin George about his experiences as a player, moving into performance psychology and the release of his new book…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastNWSL Rewind Show with Clifton Bush - Match Day 10
Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor to review the weekend games in the NWSL.
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastSam Walker: The Captain Class
Gary catches up with highly acclaimed Wall Street Journal writer Sam Walker and talk about his phenomenal book, 'The Captain Class'. It was named one of the…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastJess Fishlock Interview | Does Winning Really Drive a Winner?
Gary catches up with Seattle Reign and Wales captain, Jess Fishlock. She discusses how she taught herself the game, rebuilding her game in Holland, the best…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastNWSL Rewind Show with Clifton Bush - Match Day 9
Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor to review the weekend games. He also has Part II of an in-depth interview with Anthony DiCicco(45:17), who discusses…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastAaron Hughes | Getting to the Top.... And Staying There
Gary is joined by Northern Ireland legend Aaron Hughes. He's played over 400 Premier League games and 110 games for his country, making his debut for Newcastle…
Modern Soccer Coach Podcast#NWSL Rewind Show with Anthony DiCicco - Match Day 8
Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor to review the weekend games. He also has an in-depth interview with Anthony DiCicco(45:17), who discusses his insight…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastAndy Rose | A Unique Path
Gary catches up with Motherwell defender Andy Rose on the week of their Scottish Cup Final battle with Celtic. Gary discusses the preparation for the game, as…
Modern Soccer Coach Podcast#NWSL Rewind Show with Jenny Ruiz - Match Day 7
Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor to review the weekend games. He also has an in-depth interview with former Seattle Reign and Mexico national team…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastAsk Gary | How Do You Manage and Maximize Your Time as a Coach?
John Robertson asks Gary how he structures his day and manages his full-time coaching responsibilities with providing content for the coaching community, his…
Modern Soccer Coach Podcast#NWSL Rewind Show with Clifton Bush - Match Day 6
Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor to review the weekend games. He also has an in-depth interview with Seattle Reign staff member Troy McKerrell (43:50)…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastNate Lie | College Recruiting and Team Building
Gary catches up with his old friend and former colleague at University of Cincinnati, Nate Lie. Nate is currently Head Coach at Xavier University and has…
Modern Soccer Coach Podcast#NWSL Rewind Show with Clifton Bush - Match Day 5
Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor to review the weekend games. He also has an in-depth interview with former Boston Breakers goalkeeper Libby Stout…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastJack Brazil | Inside the Modern Soccer Coach Mentorship Program
Gary is joined by Jack Brazil, a UEFA 'B' Coach who currently works in the Cayman Islands. He is a member of the Mentorship Program and has been under the…
Modern Soccer Coach Podcast100,000 Podcast Plays... Thank You Gift!
We have hit over 100,000 plays for the podcast. Gary would like to thank everyone for their contribution and support, and has a free gift for all coaches…
Modern Soccer Coach Podcast#NWSL Rewind Show with Garga Caserta - Match Day 4
Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor and Dustin Downey to review the weekend games. He also has an in-depth interview with Portland Thorns assistant coach…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastDavid Preece | The Goalkeeper Epsiode
Gary is joined by former Sunderland and Aberdeen goalkeeper, David Preece. Now a top journalist in England, David shares his views on how the goalkeeper game…
Modern Soccer Coach Podcast#NWSL Rewind Show with Clifton Bush - Match Day3
Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor and Holly Hein to review the weekend games. He also has an in-depth interview with Utah Royals assistant coach Scott…
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastDanny Dichio - The Power of Experience
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Modern Soccer Coach PodcastAsk Gary: Daily Culture Building Exercises?
Andrew Gagliardo, Girls Soccer Head Coach at Cranford High School, quizzes Gary about how to set his team up for success this season.
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastSacrifice: What Are You Prepared to Give Up As a Coach? | A Conversation with Sarah Lowdon
Gary talks Sarah Lowdon from University of Florida, on what she has given up to work in her dream role with the Gators. She talks about her definition of…