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Episode #292 of The Coaches Network Podcast.
The guest for this episode is Prof. Chris Cushion
After completing his undergraduate degree at Brunel University, Chris took up a PhD studentship and completed his PhD, an ethnography of the coaching process in elite youth football in 2001.
He was appointed a lecturing position in Sports Coaching and Performance, and progressed to Senior Research Lecturer in Coaching and Performance, being appointed as the pathway leader for the MSc in Sports Coaching. In 2006, Chris was appointed as Course Director for the BSc Sports Coaching and Teaching/Research Group Leader for Coaching at Leeds Metropolitan University.
Chris has a wide interest in coaching, being involved as an external reviewer in the UK Coaching Certificate endorsement process and a range of coaching related consultancy projects for both the public and private sector.
Within sport and industry, his clients include Chelsea F.C., Fulham F.C., Bath R.F.C., Tottenham Hotspur F.C., The Football Association, Sport Universal (Amisco) Sport Coach UK, Skills Active, Department of Culture, Media and Sport, OPTA, Elite Analysis, Sport Scientific and Sports Hub. Chris is actively involved in coaching practice, being a UEFA qualified football coach.
He has extensive experience in sport from participation to performance coaching in the UK and the United States, including 10 years work in professional youth football for a range of clubs. These included Norwich City F.C., Brentford F.C., Queens Park Rangers F. C. and Fulham F. C.
Chris joins Yas to share some insights on his journey some key considerations around pedagogy and the differences between teaching and coaching. Enjoy!
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Episode #291 of The Coaches Network Podcast.
Following many requests around more interactive segments on the podcast, myself and colleague Gerard Jones get together each week to discuss questions that have been put to us, topics requested and themes that have emerged from our own experiences. These discussions take place live as part of a Twitter space every Sunday evening GMT. You could get involved live or listen back right here on a Wednesday.
Discussions typically range from 30-60 minutes and each episode Gerard and myself will be going into some real depth and sharing our views and opinions on the topic to leave with you key takeaways to consider in your own environments.
However we're trying something new for this month and each of our sessions throughout the month of July can see coaches accredited with 1 hour FA CPD Hours following the completion of a brief post session task, if this is something of interest to you, you can sign up with the link below.
https://forms.gle/fLPPxHsh7JFQARG5A
So the favour I’m asking for is for you to let me know your thoughts on this new format and you could do by getting in touch on Twitter @thecoachesnet , once again that is @thecoachesnet and of course if you have a question feel free to send that in too! Hope you enjoy the new format!
Why not become an official member or supporter of The Coaches Network?
The Coaches Network is proud to formally reveal our very first Patreon membership. This membership consists of monthly donations with a price worth as much as a cup of coffee! Only £3.50 per month! What benefits will there be you say? Click here to find out more.
Click here for more information on our upcoming Coach Education Webinars and Mentor Programmes.
Enjoy and be sure to subscribe & connect with your host on social media to make your up to date with everything we’re doing.
Coach Yas - Instagram - Twitter - LinkedIn - Facebook - Patreon - Podcast
Episode #290 of The Coaches Network Podcast.
The guest for this episode is Darren Moss
Darren Moss is a Doctoral researcher, UEFA A license coach, father, grandfather and dog-father, with several decades of experience.
Darren has extensive passion and background in coach development, leadership, mentoring and people development, utilising academic research and wider insight to develop positive impact on practice.
Darren joins Yas to discuss the power of mentoring.
Why not become an official member or supporter of The Coaches Network?
The Coaches Network is proud to formally reveal our very first Patreon membership. This membership consists of monthly donations with a price worth as much as a cup of coffee! Only £3.50 per month! What benefits will there be you say? Click here to find out more.
Click here for more information on our upcoming Coach Education Webinars and Mentor Programmes.
Enjoy and be sure to subscribe & connect with your host on social media to make your up to date with everything we’re doing.
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Episode #289 of The Coaches Network Podcast.
The guest for this episode is Chris Pipe
Chris is a UEFA A Goalkeeping & UEFA A coach. Throughout his coaching career Chris has worked with all ages ranging from pre academy to U23 within boys academies programme to 1st team level in the Womens Game.
Last season Chris worked with England U23 where we oversaw the depth of Goalkeepers from U23-19 whilst also leading in attacking and defending set plays. In addition Chris also delivers in the national goalkeeping course with FA Coach Education.
Chris is now working for West Ham Women in the WSL for the upcoming season.
Chris joins Yas to share some insights on his journey some key considerations in developing goalkeepers, alongside how GK coaches and Outfield Coaches can better collaborate with one another. Enjoy!
Why not become an official member or supporter of The Coaches Network?
The Coaches Network is proud to formally reveal our very first Patreon membership. This membership consists of monthly donations with a price worth as much as a cup of coffee! Only £3.50 per month! What benefits will there be you say? Click here to find out more.
Click here for more information on our upcoming Coach Education Webinars and Mentor Programmes.
Enjoy and be sure to subscribe & connect with your host on social media to make your up to date with everything we’re doing.
Coach Yas - Instagram - Twitter - LinkedIn - Facebook - Patreon - Podcast
Episode #288 of The Coaches Network Podcast.
Following many requests around more interactive segments on the podcast, myself and colleague Gerard Jones get together each week to discuss questions that have been put to us, topics requested and themes that have emerged from our own experiences. These discussions take place live as part of a Twitter space every Sunday evening GMT. You could get involved live or listen back right here on a Wednesday.
Discussions typically range from 30-60 minutes and each episode Gerard and myself will be going into some real depth and sharing our views and opinions on the topic to leave with you key takeaways to consider in your own environments.
However we're trying something new for this month and each of our sessions throughout the month of July can see coaches accredited with 1 hour FA CPD Hours following the completion of a brief post session task, if this is something of interest to you, you can sign up with the link below.
https://forms.gle/fLPPxHsh7JFQARG5A
So the favour I’m asking for is for you to let me know your thoughts on this new format and you could do by getting in touch on Twitter @thecoachesnet , once again that is @thecoachesnet and of course if you have a question feel free to send that in too! Hope you enjoy the new format!
Why not become an official member or supporter of The Coaches Network?
The Coaches Network is proud to formally reveal our very first Patreon membership. This membership consists of monthly donations with a price worth as much as a cup of coffee! Only £3.50 per month! What benefits will there be you say? Click here to find out more.
Click here for more information on our upcoming Coach Education Webinars and Mentor Programmes.
Enjoy and be sure to subscribe & connect with your host on social media to make your up to date with everything we’re doing.
Coach Yas - Instagram - Twitter - LinkedIn - Facebook - Patreon - Podcast
Episode #287 of The Coaches Network Podcast.
The guest for this episode is Rene Meulensteen
René Meulensteen was assistant manager to Sir Alex Ferguson during a period when Manchester United won ten major trophies, including five Premier League titles, a UEFA Champions League and FIFA World Club title
Why not become an official member or supporter of The Coaches Network?
The Coaches Network is proud to formally reveal our very first Patreon membership. This membership consists of monthly donations with a price worth as much as a cup of coffee! Only £3.50 per month! What benefits will there be you say? Click here to find out more.
Click here for more information on our upcoming Coach Education Webinars and Mentor Programmes.
Enjoy and be sure to subscribe & connect with your host on social media to make your up to date with everything we’re doing.
Coach Yas - Instagram - Twitter - LinkedIn - Facebook - Patreon - Podcast
Episode #286 of The Coaches Network Podcast.
Following many requests around more interactive segments on the podcast, myself and colleague Gerard Jones get together each week to discuss questions that have been put to us, topics requested and themes that have emerged from our own experiences. These discussions take place live as part of a Twitter space every Sunday evening GMT. You could get involved live or listen back right here on a Wednesday.
Discussions typically range from 30-60 minutes and each episode Gerard and myself will be going into some real depth and sharing our views and opinions on the topic to leave with you key takeaways to consider in your own environments.
However we're trying something new for this month and each of our sessions throughout the month of July can see coaches accredited with 1 hour FA CPD Hours following the completion of a brief post session task, if this is something of interest to you, you can sign up with the link below.
https://forms.gle/fLPPxHsh7JFQARG5A
So the favour I’m asking for is for you to let me know your thoughts on this new format and you could do by getting in touch on Twitter @thecoachesnet , once again that is @thecoachesnet and of course if you have a question feel free to send that in too! Hope you enjoy the new format!
Why not become an official member or supporter of The Coaches Network?
The Coaches Network is proud to formally reveal our very first Patreon membership. This membership consists of monthly donations with a price worth as much as a cup of coffee! Only £3.50 per month! What benefits will there be you say? Click here to find out more.
Click here for more information on our upcoming Coach Education Webinars and Mentor Programmes.
Enjoy and be sure to subscribe & connect with your host on social media to make your up to date with everything we’re doing.
Coach Yas - Instagram - Twitter - LinkedIn - Facebook - Patreon - Podcast
Episode #285 of The Coaches Network Podcast.
The guest for this episode is Lee Povey
Lee has been riding bikes since he was 3 and racing since 13, along the way he has won many regional, National and International titles mainly as a track sprinter.
Lee now spends his time as a full time coach with two companies; Performance Cycle Coaching which provides individual training programs for athletes competing in every discipline from mountain biking, road racing and time trials right through to track sprint and track endurance. Lee also runs Fast Track Coaching along with David Le Grys which concentrates on expert track and road coaching with the use of video feedback and covers total beginners right up to world champions. Lee also offers coaching for those who just want a structured approach to getting fit, losing weight and riding sportive’s.
Why not become an official member or supporter of The Coaches Network?
The Coaches Network is proud to formally reveal our very first Patreon membership. This membership consists of monthly donations with a price worth as much as a cup of coffee! Only £3.50 per month! What benefits will there be you say? Click here to find out more.
Click here for more information on our upcoming Coach Education Webinars and Mentor Programmes.
Enjoy and be sure to subscribe & connect with your host on social media to make your up to date with everything we’re doing.
Coach Yas - Instagram - Twitter - LinkedIn - Facebook - Patreon - Podcast
Episode #284 of The Coaches Network Podcast.
Following many requests around more interactive segments on the podcast, myself and colleague Gerard Jones get together each week to discuss questions that have been put to us, topics requested and themes that have emerged from our own experiences. These discussions take place live as part of a Twitter space every Sunday evening GMT. You could get involved live or listen back right here on a Wednesday.
Discussions typically range from 30-60 minutes and each episode Gerard and myself will be going into some real depth and sharing our views and opinions on the topic to leave with you key takeaways to consider in your own environments.
However we're trying something new for this month and each of our sessions throughout the month of July can see coaches accredited with 1 hour FA CPD Hours following the completion of a brief post session task, if this is something of interest to you, you can sign up with the link below.
https://forms.gle/fLPPxHsh7JFQARG5A
So the favour I’m asking for is for you to let me know your thoughts on this new format and you could do by getting in touch on Twitter @thecoachesnet , once again that is @thecoachesnet and of course if you have a question feel free to send that in too! Hope you enjoy the new format!
Why not become an official member or supporter of The Coaches Network?
The Coaches Network is proud to formally reveal our very first Patreon membership. This membership consists of monthly donations with a price worth as much as a cup of coffee! Only £3.50 per month! What benefits will there be you say? Click here to find out more.
Click here for more information on our upcoming Coach Education Webinars and Mentor Programmes.
Enjoy and be sure to subscribe & connect with your host on social media to make your up to date with everything we’re doing.
Coach Yas - Instagram - Twitter - LinkedIn - Facebook - Patreon - Podcast
Episode #283 of The Coaches Network Podcast.
The guest for this episode is Sebastien Bassong. Sebastien is an ex professional football born in France with Cameroonian roots. Tough as a rock, he dominated the field as a center-back, with unrivalled aerial skills and leadership.
Having been the Clairefontaine academy by FC Metz, he soon caught the eyes of top European teams. From Newcastle United to Tottenham Hotspur, his journey was filled with memorable moments. Notably, he played a vital role in Tottenham's top-four finish.
Sebastien joins Yas to share how his remarkable football journey unfolded, revealing key themes of passion, resilience, and self-discovery. From his humble beginnings at Claire Fontaine, where he discovered football's deeper meaning beyond mere fun, to overcoming doubts and parental expectations, Sebastien's story resonates with aspiring athletes and dreamers alike. Emphasizing the importance of authenticity in work ethic and the power of self-belief, his transformative trip to Cameroon fueled his determination to become a trailblazer for his family. Through challenges and guidance, he embraced his true potential at FC Metz, showcasing the immense value of staying true to oneself on the path to greatness. If you seek inspiration and the secret to unlocking your full potential, don't miss this podcast; click play now and be motivated by Sebastien Bassong's extraordinary journey.
Sebastien's journey serves as a reminder that success in any field requires passion, perseverance, and a clear sense of purpose. By understanding and embracing our individuality, we can tap into our full potential and achieve greatness. His story resonates with all who aspire to make their mark in the world and showcases the power of believing in oneself.
Why not become an official member or supporter of The Coaches Network?
The Coaches Network is proud to formally reveal our very first Patreon membership. This membership consists of monthly donations with a price worth as much as a cup of coffee! Only £3.50 per month! What benefits will there be you say? Click here to find out more.
Click here for more information on our upcoming Coach Education Webinars and Mentor Programmes.
Enjoy and be sure to subscribe & connect with your host on social media to make your up to date with everything we’re doing.
Coach Yas - Instagram - Twitter - LinkedIn - Facebook - Patreon - Podcast
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🎙️ The Coaches Network Podcast — conversations that inform, challenge and inspire coaches.
Hosted by Coach Yas (Yasar Latif) — UEFA A Licence coach, coach…
Since launching in 2020, the podcast has produced more than 380 episodes, creating a space for honest, thought-provoking conversations with coaches, athletes, leaders, educators and practitioners from across sport and beyond.
Guests have included Shaquille O’Neal, Jack Wilshere, Sol Campbell, Tony Carr, Chris Ramsey, Mark Warburton and many others — but the podcast has never simply been about names or achievements.
We go deeper.
What shaped the person behind the practitioner?
Which experiences changed the way they think?
What have they changed their mind about?
Where did their biggest learning come from?
And what can the rest of us take from their journey?
From coaching and player development to leadership, learning, expertise, culture and professional development, each conversation looks beyond the surface to explore the thinking, experiences and pivotal moments behind practice.
Alongside his work developing and mentoring coaches, Yas is completing a Professional Doctorate in Sport, with his research focused on coach development and professional learning within academy football. That same curiosity increasingly shapes the podcast — asking better questions, challenging assumptions and creating conversations that connect research, experience and practice.
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