Coaches Corner
Welcome to Coach's Corner, where the whistle blows and the playbook opens up to reveal the secrets of successful coaching. Dive into the world of sports leadership with us as we bring together coaches from all corners of the field to share their experiences, insights, and game-changing strategies.
In each episode, we sit down with seasoned coaches, rising stars, and industry experts to uncover the winning formulas behind effective coaching. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or just starting out on your coaching journey, join us as we explore the highs, the lows, and the invaluable lessons learned on the sidelines.
From developing winning tactics to nurturing team spirit, from managing pressure to inspiring greatness, Coach's Corner is your go-to destination for all things coaching. Get ready to level up your game and lead your team to victory with the wisdom shared right here on Coach's Corner.
Episodes
24 episodes
🎙️ Deep Dive Drive – Episode 15: Taking Ownership
In this episode of Deep Dive Drive, recorded on my morning commute, I reflect on a powerful lesson from our recent VAR competition — and what it taught me about taking ownership.For this tournament, I made a conscious decision as a coach...
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Episode 24
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8:36
🎙️ Deep Dive Drive – Episode 14: Your Community
In this episode of Deep Dive Drive, recorded on my morning commute, I talk about the power of your community — what it means, how you build it, and the responsibility that comes with it.Community isn’t just about numbers, l...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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8:11
🎙️ Deep Dive Drive – Episode 13: Motivating Your Players
In this episode of Deep Dive Drive, recorded on my morning commute, I explore one of the biggest challenges in coaching — how to motivate your players.The reality is simple: what motivates one player won’t motivate another.In this...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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8:49
🎙️ Deep Dive Drive – Episode 12: What You Can Control
In this episode of Deep Dive Drive, recorded on my morning commute, I focus on one of the most important mindset shifts you can make — understanding what you can control, and letting go of what you can’t.So much frustration, stress, and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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8:56
🎙️ Deep Dive Drive – Episode 11: Understanding Environments
In this episode of Deep Dive Drive, recorded on my morning commute, I dive into one of the most important — and often overlooked — aspects of coaching: understanding environments.As coaches, we often talk about the environment we create ...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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10:36
🎙️ College Catch-Up | Azam Kashif (Year 2 – Complete Academy Surrey)
In this college catch-up, I sit down with Azam Kashif, a second-year student at Complete Academy Surrey, to reflect on his journey so far.Azam talks about how he first discovered Complete, what it really takes to manage the course academ...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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12:06
🎙️ Deep Dive Drive – Episode 10: Listen to Yourself
In this episode of Deep Dive Drive, recorded after a long and frustrating day, I finally land on the real topic at the very end — listening to yourself.Yesterday was one of those days where everything seemed to stack up.Some thing...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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12:55
🎙️ Deep Dive Drive – Episode 9: Introductions & Debriefs
In this episode of Deep Dive Drive, recorded on my morning commute, I talk about one of the simplest coaching habits — and one of the most powerful: introductions and debriefs.Something as small as a handshake at the start of a session c...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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7:46
🎙️ Deep Dive Drive – Episode 8: Player Feedback
In this episode of Deep Dive Drive, recorded on my morning commute, I break down a simple but effective model for giving players feedback — without overwhelming them or leaving them unsure of where they stand.Feedback is one of the most ...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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11:28
🎙️ Deep Dive Drive – Episode 7: Mindset Mondays
In this episode of Deep Dive Drive, recorded on my Monday morning commute, I talk about why Mondays don’t need to feel heavy — if you prepare for them properly.This episode is all about Mindset Mondays.I share the importance of gi...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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9:58
🎙️ Deep Dive Drive – Episode 6: Not Finishing First
In this episode of Deep Dive Drive, recorded during my morning commute, I tackle a subject that divides opinion — rewarding children for not finishing first.Over the last decade, we’ve seen a huge rise in medals and trophies being handed...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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11:40
🎙️ Deep Dive Drive – Episode 5: Pushy Parents
In this episode of Deep Dive Drive, recorded on my Saturday morning commute to matches, I talk about a topic that sits right at the heart of youth football — the impact parents have on players.Parents wanting the best for their children ...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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11:26
🎙️ Deep Dive Drive – Episode 4: Discipline & Mindset
In this episode of Deep Dive Drive, recorded during my morning commute, I dive into one of the biggest challenges facing young players today — discipline and mindset.So many players say they want to achieve something in football…b...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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7:51
🎙️ Deep Dive Drive – Episode 3: The Football Apprenticeship
In this episode of Deep Dive Drive, recorded on my morning commute, I talk about something I feel is often misunderstood in modern football — the true pathway into men’s football.Too many young players are chasing steps.Step 1. St...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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13:31
🎙️ Deep Dive Drive – Episode 2: How Coaches Are Using AI to Work Smarter
In this morning’s commute episode of Deep Dive Drive, I take a deep dive into how coaches are using AI to support, enhance, and streamline their work — both on and off the pitch.I share my own experiences of using tools like
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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10:42
🎙️ Deep Dive Drive – Episode 1: Collaboration Over Competition
Collaboration Over CompetitionWelcome to the very first episode of Deep Dive Drive.This podcast is recorded in real time, during my morning commute in my Tesla — raw, honest thoughts with no scripts, no filters, and no dist...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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11:05
Academy Catch-Up | Reflecting on 2024 & What’s Next in 2025 | Complete Academy Surrey & Berkshire
On Monday 5th January, we sat down with Lee Jones from Complete Academy Surrey and Toby Harris from Complete Academy Berkshire for an honest academy catch-up at the start of 2025.In this conversation, the two academy leads reflect on:
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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20:36
Complete Academy Berkshire | Player Feedback & Goal Setting with Coach Toby Harris
This video is a mid-term feedback and reflection session with Coach Toby Harris for the Complete Academy Berkshire players.We sit down and work alphabetically through all 19 players, giving:Honest performance feedback
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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29:28
Coaches Corner | Episode with Andrew Hills: A Career in Sport
In this episode of Coaches Corner, I’m joined by Andrew Hills, a passionate young coach currently studying Sports Coaching at university in Wembley. Having coached Andrew from the age of 7 and watched him grow through the Complete Acad...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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1:03:03
"Building a culture" - Episode 5 with Sam Hawkins
In this episode of Coaches Corner, I’m joined by Sam Hawkins, the visionary behind Vita Football, as we delve into the vital role of culture in football and beyond. From the intricacies of 1-to-1 player development to fostering a stron...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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1:04:36
"Sidelined" - Episode 4 with Richard Williams
In this powerful episode of Coaches Corner, we sit down with Richard Williams, a former Tottenham youth team player whose life took a dramatic turn after being released from the club and suffering a major injury in a tragic car crash w...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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50:34
Benefits of 1-2-1 Coaching - E3 with Koo Dumbuya
Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast, where we aim to inspire and empower you to reach your fullest potential. In this episode, we're thrilled to have Koo Dumbuya join us to share her expertise on 1-2-1 coaching. 🌟Tune in as we d...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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50:17
Transition from Youth to Mens - E2 - Coaches Corner with Marc Gorman
We are speaking here with Marc Gorman who is an experienced coach working currently with Knaphill Football Club. Marc speaks about his coaching journey but our focus it the transition from Youth to Mens Football, he speaks on what it takes, suc...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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1:16:09
Why we Coach - E1 - Coaches Corner with Katie Mawer
E1 - with Katie Mawer. Katie comes from a long career in coaching and teaching. Her speciality and passion lies within Netball. In this podcast we talk to Katie about her Journey within coaching but more specifically Why we coach or...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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42:39