December 25, 2024

What every coach needs to understand about growth and maturation with Paul Holder | S5 Ep11

50 minutes

Understanding growth and maturation is an essential part of youth coaching, which is why in this episode, FA youth coach developer Paul Holder returns to Coachcast to share his experiences and explore these aspects to help you become a more effective coach.

Paul has a broad spectrum of coaching experience across grassroots and professional football. He now supports coaches in developing their skills to better help young players.

We get an in-depth look into how coaches can show up better for young players at different stages of maturity. From how to have conversations around the subject, to what to look out for in players that might need extra support.

This episode is essential for anyone coaching young players. Paul’s insights will help you adapt your approach to meet their needs and build stronger relationships.

In this episode, we cover:

what growth and maturation in football means and why it’s essential for coaches to understand

the impacts of growth and maturity on players’ performance and well-being

how to approach conversations around growth and development with young players

why authenticity as a coach is essential

tips for helping parents understand their child’s growth and maturation journey in relation to football

why understanding the menstrual cycle is vital when coaching women and girls

how growth and maturation differ between genders

practical advice for coaches to support players as they grow

and much more…

Transcript on the England Football community⁠ (https://bit.ly/3BMmIHL)

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