In this episode of Chat By The Pitch, we sit down with Gregg Megaw & Meagan Prewitt, the dynamic team behind PD1 Soccer Training, to discuss everything from player development and training structure to the business side of running a premier training academy.

Gregg shares how he designs sessions that blend skill work with real-game application, while Meagan explains the importance of branding, structure, and keeping training organized and efficient. They also break down the mental side of the game, helping parents and players understand what it really takes to progress in competitive soccer.

From helping young players level up to navigating the world of North Texas soccer, this episode is packed with valuable insights for players, parents, and coaches.

Key Talking Points

• How Gregg & Meagan built PD1 Soccer Training

• The balance between technical skill work and game realism

• Why structured training is critical for player growth

• The business strategy behind PD1’s rapid growth

• Challenges of leveling players in training sessions

• The role of social media & branding in player development

• Why player engagement & positive environments matter

• The importance of coaches having the right personality & energy

• How PD1 integrates data, technology & tracking progress

• The future of PD1 and their plans for expansion

Tune in to Learn:

• How PD1 creates a professional training environment

• The science behind structuring effective training sessions

• Why mindset and motivation are key to player success

• The biggest mistakes in youth player development

• How social media has played a huge role in PD1’s success

Quotes from Gregg Megaw

• “A training session should be high-energy, competitive, and fun. If a kid leaves uninspired, we didn’t do our job.”

• “If your child is just getting beaten in a session, they’re not developing—they need a mix of success and challenge.”

• “Attention to detail separates great players from good ones—it’s not just about talent.”

• “I want my sessions to feel like a professional training environment where every rep matters.”

• “The best training programs don’t just teach skills—they prepare players to execute them in real-game situations.”

Quotes from Meagan Prewitt

• “We’re not just a soccer training program—we’re a brand that stands for excellence.”

• “Parents need to ask themselves—do you want this for your child, or do they want it for themselves?”

• “We set a standard from day one—training at PD1 isn’t just about getting better, it’s about joining a community.”

• “Social media isn’t just marketing for us—it’s a way to highlight and celebrate our players.”

• “A well-run training program is a mix of structure, adaptation, and understanding the needs of each player.”

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