PJ and I met 5 years ago coaching together with Benicia Arsenal, and now PJ is the Head Coach of the 09 and 04 boys’ teams with San Ramon FC. During this interview. We discuss the differences between his former and current clubs, the value of futsal in the development of young players, his journey to Brazil, and the opportunities available for players and teams to travel to Brazil and train.

How to Contact PJ:

IG: @internationalgoalsinc @pbnjaay

0:20 background in soccer

3:15 Experience with Benicia Arsenal and our meeting

4:20 comparing Benicia FC to San Ramon FC

5:40 larger clubs have competition between players within their own teams

6:20 similarities and differences between coaching 09 and 04 teams

7:10 working through COVID-19

9:55 PJ’s journey to Brazil

12:30 the structure and feel or trainings at a professional setting in Brazil

16:20 pitching futsal as a priority for u-12 and younger

19:40 similarities and differences between Santos and Portuguesa Santista

23:25 understanding the development phase of the game vs. the top level when winning is a priority

27:10 key takeaways from being in two professional atmospheres in Brazil

29:40 opportunity to travel and play in Brazil

33:40 types of programs offered

35:35 final three coaching points

38:00 story from Brazil

43:05 one piece of advice for any coach

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