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Oliver Gage, Founder of CoachTech Soccer and Head of On-Field Performance and Recruitment at The Canadian Premier League joined Tom Shields and Mark Wilson for a conversation surrounding the ever more apparent use of Video / Performance Analysis within soccer. With an incredible story including NCAA National Championship success and time spent within the MLS, Ollie provided some fascinating insight for the coaches surrounding how to create an evidenced based game model for use within their clubs, eliminating the subjectivity that often clouds the judgement of even the best coaches. An hour very well spent. 

*Apologies for some of the fruity language*

Ken Lolla, the legendary former Head Men's Soccer Coach at the University of Louisville and the University of Akron joins Tom Shields and Mark Wilson for a masterclass on leadership, specifically how to lead from the front as either a player or a coach. 

Ken shares the leadership qualities and personal values that became the cornerstone of two great soccer playing sides (9:05). He also shares thoughts on character and talent, and how the two must align for greatness (29:35). And finally he shares anecdotes about how habits and leadership go hand in hand (44:05). 

Named by many as the best coach and leader they have seen work, you will be inspired by the content of this wonderful conversation. For more insights from Ken people can also view his work at www.kenlolla.com

Skye Eddy (Soccer Parenting Association) joins host Tom Shields for the first in a series of FREE Coaching Education webinars brought to you during #webinarweek by Beyond Pulse #everycoachneedsacoach. 

Watch as Skye and Tom discuss the impact that the late, great Tony DiCicco had on both of them and the lessons that coaches today can take from the stories they share.

1. Catch Them Being Good
2. It's Always About The Kids
3. It's Not Supposed To Be Easy
4. Relationships Matter

Webinar Week #3 started with a fans favorite of many a convention as Tom Shields and Mark Wilson welcomed Celtic Football Club's Head of Children's Programming Willie McNab. 

Willie is an internationally revered coach and coach educator and his insight on how one of Europe's leading Academies work across their foundation phase (Zone 1, USA) was nothing short of amazing. 

There is so much to unpack from this hour. Coaches, enjoy the journey as you learn how to go; "from the Playground, to Paradise".

Listeners were treated to something really special when current Rangers FC First Team Coach and former; Liverpool, Chelsea and Sao Paolo coach Michael "Mick" Beale joined Tom Shields and Mark Wilson for a conversation that explored how to maximize potential in regards to both the coaching and playing journey. 

Mick's infectious appetite for the game, for coaching and for helping players on their journey was clear for all to see and for anyone who wants to see what "World Class" looks like, look no further. 

An incredible insight into life at the top level of the youth and professional game and a must watch/listen to for both coaches and players alike.

Dan Abrahams (https://danabrahams.com/), world-renowned sports psychologist and author with experience of working for England Football and Rugby alongside many elite-level soccer players across the world joined Tom Shields and Mark Wilson of Beyond Pulse for an in-depth look at how coaches can support their players in developing a "game face". 

With plenty of ideas and actionable content for coaches and players alike, this is a conversation not to be missed.

Tony Annan, Atlanta United Academy Director joined Tom Shields and Mark Wilson for a conversation that offered a wonderful perspective on leadership within Elite Performance environments. 

Tony, is one of North America's most decorated youth coaches and club leaders and the insight he shared was incredible. From lessons learned throughout his career, to the intentional ways in which he creates high performing cultures and selects his staff, this insight was invaluable to coaches of any age and stage of development. 

Take an hour and enjoy this wonderful conversation.