In this episode of Chat By The Pitch, we go behind the scenes of PD1 Soccer Training with Gregg Megaw & Meagan Prewitt, the duo who have built one of Texas’ premier skill training programs.

Gregg, with his deep coaching experience from Northern Ireland to the U.S., shares his philosophy on technical training, player development, and the importance of structured training environments. Meagan, the mastermind behind PD1’s business operations, discusses the strategy behind growing a successful brand, managing logistics, and making training accessible for families.

From coaching methodology to business strategy, this conversation is packed with insights for parents, players, and aspiring 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 how they plan to expand their impact

Tune in to Learn:

• How PD1 creates a professional training environment

• The science behind structuring effective training sessions

• Why personality & energy matter in coaching

• The biggest mistakes in youth player development

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

Quotes from Gregg Megaw

• “I don’t just want to train players—I want to mentor them and guide their journey.”

• “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.”

• “The best training programs create an environment where players want to push themselves.”

• “For me, coaching isn’t just about soccer—it’s about helping players build confidence and resilience.”

Quotes from Meagan Prewitt

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

• “Parents don’t realize that in youth sports, our biggest competition isn’t another program—it’s time.”

• “A soccer program is only as strong as its organization, structure, and customer experience.”

• “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.”

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