In episode 12 of the Soccer60 podcast, we speak to 2 former Little League Soccer interns Rasydan Malek and Abdullah Husni about how they came to join the academy, what made them choose football coaching as a career path, and how they developed into elite team coaches. They also talk about how football training has changed since they were growing up and share their advice for other young coaches, plus Coach Abdullah explains what happened to his Italian football shirt signed by the World Cup winners!

In episode 11 of the Soccer60 podcast, we're delighted to welcome incoming FC Kuala Lumpur technical director Chris Steel. Ex professional player and holder of the UEFA ‘A’ Youth Elite Licence, Chris has worked in football across the world and joins the club from a post in Canada. In this episode of Soccer60 he talks about his experience as a pro, transitioning to a career of coaching, where he hopes to take FC Kuala Lumpur in the future – and, apparently, where you can find the best fish supper in the world!

In the very first episode of Soccer60 Extra Time, the team discuss a new Little League Soccer programme designed just for 3 and 4 year olds. Why've we introduced a new class, who's it for, and what does it involve? Find out in this special edition of the Soccer60 podcast.

 

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In episode 10 of the Soccer60 podcast, we welcome Little League Soccer's Khirul Nazrin who talks about coaching across age groups, finding value in leading younger teams, and about his love for the technical side of the game. We also look at the latest Little League Soccer news, ask Nazrin about his relationship with a Brazilian football legend, and have a special offer on youth football training just for Soccer60 listeners!

In episode 9 of the Soccer60 podcast, we talk to Little League Soccer's Mark Hughes about his role as head of development at the club, the benefits to players of initiatives like the Weekend Friendly Series, and how he's adapted his training sessions to the restrictions of Covid-19. We also explore the differences between the Little League Soccer and FC Kuala Lumpur set-ups, what we mean by the term 'development', and how Little League Soccer ensures consistent teaching across its 4 training centres.

In episode 8 of the Soccer60 podcast, we talk to Little League Soccer's Coach Jon about playing abroad and starting a career in coaching from a relatively young age. We also hear his thoughts on coaching during the lockdown and what he's looking forward to most about returning to outdoor football. Finally, we put your questions to the panel and hear the latest news from the world of Little League Soccer.

This week on the Soccer60 podcast, we talk to Little League Soccer and FC Kuala Lumpur's Coach Gareth Davies about transitioning from the world of semi-pro rugby to football coaching; keeping yourself up-to-date with coaching methodologies; and how he now helps to set the philosophies and styles within Little League Soccer's elite FCKL set-up. We also hear who's inspired him as a coach, some of the mottos he lives by, and how he coped with the transition from senior coach to technical director. Finally, we put your questions to the panel and hear the latest news from the world of Little League Soccer.

In episode 6 of the Soccer60 podcast, we talk to Little League Soccer's Coach Chris about his move in 2016 to Singapore, learning from coaching mentors, and how best to help players looking to take their training to the elite level. We also hear his thoughts on dealing with football parents, the balance between studies and sport, and his opinion on combining girls and boys in the same team. Finally, we put your questions to the panel and hear the latest news from the world of Little League Soccer.

In episode 5 of the Soccer60 podcast, we talk to Little League Soccer's Coach Simon about entering coaching from a different career path, travelling across the world to pursue a passion, and adapting coaching methods for players at different levels and stages of development. We also put your questions to the panel and hear the latest news from the world of Little League Soccer.

This week on the Soccer60 podcast, hosts Andy Johnston and Henry Choo speak to Keshika Subbarao about being a female coach in male-dominated sport, how she got into football, and the differences between coaching in the UK and Malaysia. We also take your questions from Instagram and Facebook, and find out why Malaysian Kesh is wearing a jersey from a small club in Aberdeenshire, Scotland.