May 08, 2025

Ep 375: Building Out of the Back in America – Insights, Challenges, and Lamine Yamal

1 hour 16 minutes

In this episode, we dive into the evolution and importance of ‘building out of the back’ in American soccer.

We examine its historical context in the U.S. and compare it to international practices. The discussion also highlights the influence of global talents like Lamine Yamal on the soccer world.

Additionally, we provide insights on training methodologies, the relevance of consistent practice, and the role of educating parents. Join us as we navigate through the challenges and triumphs of implementing possession-based soccer from youth levels to the professional stage.

00:00 Intro

03:12 Lamine Yamal talk

04:57 Sub: What if Yamal were an American?

08:54 Is it Impossible for a Young Player to Play in Europe?

12:42 Sub: The Issue with Visas

20:43 On Building Out of the Back History in America

26:56 Sub: On Being Able to Do It at the National Team Level

33:54 Brian’s Early Coaching Days Building Out of the Back

36:47 Sub: The Build Out Line and When to Add Pressure

39:06 Sub: On USSF Manipulating and Making up Rules

41:58 On Not Keeping Scores/Tables in Youth

45:10 More on the Build-out Line and Building Out

47:55 The Role of Throw-ins

49:48 A Solution to Keeping Scores/Standing at the Youth Level

51:13 Center Back to Goalie on Goal Kicks. Why?

55:33 Advice for a Youth Coach Wanting to Build Out of the Back

59:59 Sub: On Coaches Educating Parents and Never ending Problems

01:06:09 How Does Pro/rel Tie Into Today’s Topic?

01:09:52 On AI

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