The Player Development Pod

The Player Development Pod

By Edward Jones IISports
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The Player Development Pod episodes

  • Kelce Brothers Share Their Experiences with Player Development on New Heights Podcast

    The Kelce Brothers talked about player development on their NFL Draft themed New Heights podcast episode. I found what they shared to be very informative and wanted to bring the awareness they brought the position to the ONLY podcast dedicated to the player development they defined.


    In this episode I break down five clips in which Jason and Travis Kelce shared their experiences with and the benefits of player development with the 92%.


    Jason and Travis thank you for shedding positive light on the player development role. The episode detailing player development is here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nfl-draft-recap-why-jalen-carter-fits-in-philly-and/id1643745036?i=1000611571382


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    Player Development Blogs

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    12 min
  • No One Cares About Your Passion! Have a Plan! - Player Development for Beginners - Part Two
    “No one cares about your passion until you have a plan.”
    Do you want to work in Player Development, but don’t know where to start? This episode and this series is for you. This is part two of a five-part series detailing how to start working in player development.
    In this episode of The Player Development Pod, Ed Jones II discusses the second step in getting closer to your first player development position. You must have a plan, any plan created before you can begin in the position. As mentioned earlier, everyone is passionate about helping athletes, but how many people have a plan.
    Listen to this episode to find out how to begin a player development plan.
    Additional Complimentary Episodes
    How To Begin A Career In Player Development https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-begin-a-career-in-player-development/id1613969372?i=1000557461996
    How To Start A Player Development Program https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-start-a-player-development-program/id1613969372?i=1000567376480
    7 Things I Wish I Knew My First Year https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/7-things-i-wish-i-knew-my-first-year/id1613969372?i=1000570798763
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    6 min
  • He Poked The Bear! Here’s 6 Ways To Help Dillon Brooks in the Aftermath

    * The audio of this episode was taken from a YouTube video I created on the topic.*


    Dillon Brooks is getting COOKED right now for his words and actions during the 2023 1st Round matchup versus the Los Angeles Lakers.


    BUT, my passion is player development and as I was scrolling through social media, I stopped and thought about if I were in the role of player development for the Memphis Grizzles how I would handle his situation.


    This video details the six ways I would help Dillon in the situation he currently is in.


    Hope he continues to have a long career in the NBA.


    Thumbnail photo credit: Getty Images


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    8 min
  • Want to Work in Player Development? Do Your Research! - Player Development for Beginners - Part One
    Do you want to work in Player Development, but don’t know where to start? This episode and this series is for you. This is part one of a five-part series detailing how to start working in player development.
    In this episode of The Player Development Pod, Ed Jones II discusses the first step in getting closer to your first player development position. The first thing you must do is do your research on the position and those in the role.
    Listen to this episode to find out the best ways to do your research.
    Additional Complimentary Episodes
    How To Begin A Career In Player Development https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-begin-a-career-in-player-development/id1613969372?i=1000557461996
    How To Start A Player Development Program https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-start-a-player-development-program/id1613969372?i=1000567376480
    7 Things I Wish I Knew My First Year https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/7-things-i-wish-i-knew-my-first-year/id1613969372?i=1000570798763
    The Truth About Working In Player Development https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-truth-about-working-in-player-development/id1613969372?i=1000571083087
    Head Coaches This Is Player Development https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/head-coaches-this-is-player-development/id1613969372?i=1000593449685
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    7 min
  • Player Development Conference - Mission, Vision, Goals and So Much More

    The Player Development Conference is less than TWO MONTHS AWAY.


    In this episode of The Player Development Pod, Ed Jones II discusses the mission, vision, and goals of the conference. He also provides multiple updates about the Player Development Conference as well.


    If you’re interested in attending, take the time to listen to this episode.


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    ATS Brochure: https://mcusercontent.com/9317df6f7028dc89f151e44e3/files/1c3c9658-05be-04cc-607a-778366aa4371/ATS_2022_23_Brochure_Compressed.pdf

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    8 min
  • Quality Over Quantity - Do Something Better One Time - Drew Davis, Certified Life and Performance Coach
    The way we do things can be more effective than how many times we do them. Quality Over Quantity is not only a reality we’ve all experienced in life, but it is the company Drew Davis has created to continue his impact around the world.
    This series is about the reasons I love player development and one of the main reasons are the people who impact your program. Drew is a certified life and performance coach who will help your program as they navigate the success and failure.
    No matter what Drew does, his work is quality. You will enjoy this conversation with the most interesting man in 2023.
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    Drew J. Davis is a Certified Life & Performance Coach working with student & professional athletes and currently resides in Los Angeles, Ca.. He was born and raised in Denver, Colorado and is a proud graduate of Montbello High school. He obtained 26 full-ride athletic scholarships but ultimately chose the University of Oregon in December of 2006 to continue his education and athletic career. During high school, he held a 4.0 GPA and graduated early in order to attend the U of O in the Spring of 2007. He was awarded the Franklin D. Watkins Award which is given to the most prestigious African-American male student-athlete in the nation. Drew played wide receiver for the Ducks & helped to elevate the school as they won back to back Pac 10 Championships for the first time in school history his final two seasons. He was also a primary contributor in the Ducks reaching their first National Championship during the 2010-2011 season. He graduated with a degree in psychology and was later selected as a free agent in 2011 by the Atlanta Falcons where he played for four years. Drew knew he wanted to contribute more to the development of student-athletes off the field with their life and career endeavors & believed he would be better suited in this area due to his passion for helping others. Drew was hired by his former college coach, Chip Kelly, as the Director of Player Development at The University of California, Los Angeles in 2018. Drew worked directly with UCLA student-athletes off the field providing assistance in areas such as resumes, cover letters, internships, community service, health and wellness, and career preparation. Drew has aspirations of being a Sports and Performance Psychologist to assist high performing individuals reach their full potential in their career and life. Drew is an advocate for mentoring children and young adults while championing the importance of literacy. After completing his 4th year with the UCLA Bruins, Drew made the decision to start his own business full time. Drew specializes in life, career, and mental performance coaching. Drew started Quality over Quantity LLC to reach people who could benefit from having a coach to assist in reaching & discovering their optimal performance levels, goals, aspirations, and discovering their passions. He looks forward to working with teams, universities, and organizations as his business grows to reach as many of those in need of his services. Drew has a Bachelors of Science in Psychology, Certificate in Advanced Leadership, is a certified Life Coach through Life Purpose Institute, studied Sport Coaching at the University of Denver, and currently attends The American Academy of Dramatic Arts in Los Angeles California & will graduate in May of 2023 with an Associates in Occupational Studies.
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    31 min
  • The Lessons I Learned From My First Year of Podcasting

    The Player Development Pod is ONE YEAR old!


    Where has the time gone?! It has been ONE YEAR since this podcast was launched on March 20,2022.


    In creating this podcast, I had no clue the impact it would have. Today, I share the three things I’ve learned from my first year of podcasting.


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    8 min
  • The Ways Podcasting Can Create Opportunities In YOUR Life - Jonathan Jones
    “Podcasting is intimate. You have the opportunity to intentionally build a one to one connection with someone even though the model is for man.” – Jonathan Jones
    With 400+ podcast episodes recorded Jonathan Jones is an expert in the podcasting world. He has helped many others, including OUR HOST Ed Jones II, begin successful money-making podcasts of their own.
    In this episode of The Player Development Pod, Ed Jones II sits down with Jonathan as he talks about the opportunities podcast create.  
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    Jonathan Jones, 2-time best-selling author, 2-time TEDx speaker, and host of Beyond the Ball with Jonathan Jones! 
    He believes in helping student-athletes successfully transition from college to career. He strives to add value to each and every audience that he shares by making certain that they leave with hands-on tangible strategies for success. 
    He has been featured on CBS News and has influenced students ranging from elementary school to college. Some of his previous clients include the University of Texas, Texas A&M University, Vanderbilt University, University of Louisiana Monroe, West Virginia University, and Baylor University.
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    43 min
  • Winning Athlete Transition - Athlete Transition Services, Jonathan Orr, Executive Director, Athlete Transition Services
    The transition after competition can be tough, very tough for athletes. Jonathan Orr experienced this himself, now he helps athletes win during their season of transition. Jonathan is the Executive Director of Athlete Transition Services (ATS).
    In this episode of The Player Development Pod, Ed Jones II sits down with Jonathan as he details the work he does in the athlete transition space. 
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    A passionate advocate for athlete development and growth, Orr and his 501c3 organization, Athlete Transition Services Corp. specializes in assisting college and professional athletes with their transition from playing sports to the next phase of their lives. A student athlete at University of Wisconsin, where he earned his B.S. in Community Leadership and Non-profit Management, Orr’s work was prompted by his own transition from playing football for the NFL's Oakland Raiders and Tennessee Titans. He previously worked at Nashville Public Schools, the Salvation Army and NPower. A happily married father of three energetic children, Orr earned his Master’s degree in Organizational Leadership from Trevecca Nazarene University. In his spare time, Orr enjoys acting, performing standup comedy, and traveling.
    ATS is a GOLD Sponsor for The Player Development Conference. As a leader in the athlete development industry, ATS has demonstrated a commitment to innovation, excellence, and intentional impact. With their support, we will be able to provide attendees with a high-quality experience that is both informative and engaging.
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    32 min
  • NFLPA Team Report Cards! What if CFB programs got player report cards?

    The NFLPA released team report cards for all 32 NFL. The report cards were grades give to the teams by the players around the league. These grades and reports were very transparent and will bring HUGE change to the player experience in the NFL.  

    In this open mic episode, I share my thoughts on the grades and talk about what I've known about players from my 13+ years of experience working football. I discuss what would it be like if college football programs received report cards.   

    NFL Player Team Report Cards: https://nflpa.com/nfl-player-team-report-cards 

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    9 min

About The Player Development Pod

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The Player Development Pod explores how to build programs that care for athletes beyond the game. Hosted by Edward Jones II—former Director of Player Development and founder of Beyond The Field—each…