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š Welcome to Season 8 of The Player Development Pod!
We're kicking off this season with the episode that always starts it all: "What Is Player Development?"
Whether you're new to this space or a seasoned professional, this episode is your go-to breakdown of the entire field of player development.
In this kickoff episode, Iām walking you through:
ā What player development really means
ā The benefits it brings to athletes, programs, and communities
ā The 10 areas of development you should know
ā Real stories and insights straight from the field
ā Excerpts and lessons from my book, The Player Development Guide
š Grab your copy of the book here ā https://amzn.to/3TtnaA8
āļø But if you want a signed copy, go here ā https://www.btfprogram.com/btf-program-resources/p/the-player-development-guide
š§ This book was created to eliminate the confusion, elevate the profession, andāmost importantlyāserve you. Itās not about me. Itās about helping you get clarity, take action, and make an impact in the lives of athletes you serve.
This isnāt just a guide. Itās your playbook to:
Build better programs
Engage athletes holistically
Create generational impact
š Whether youāre a coach, administrator, aspiring professional, or someone who just cares about athlete successāthis episode will give you the framework, vision, and confidence to build what your athletes need.
š Let me know in the comments:
What does player development mean to you?
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Get Your Copy of the BOOK - The Player Development Guide: https://amzn.to/4ju6ov3
Player Development Newsletter: https://beyondthefield.substack.com/
Player Development Plan Course: https://btfplayerdevelopmentcourses.thinkific.com/courses/player-development-plan-beginners
About Ed Jones II
Founder | Educator | Culture Builder | Voice of the Player Development Movement
Ed Jones II is a globally respected authority in player developmentāknown not just for what he does, but for how he builds people. With a career rooted in service, leadership, and transformation, Ed has impacted over 500 student-athletes across Power Five programs, including the University of Houston, the University of Kansas, and Baylor University, where he rose to Assistant Athletic Director.
Today, he is the founder and CEO of Beyond The Field, a pioneering company that equips schools, organizations, and leaders with the structure, strategy, and soul to build intentional off-the-field experiences for athletes. Through assessments, certification programs, high-impact workshops, and strategic consulting, Ed is helping shape the future of athlete development across the country.
He is also the creator of a fast-growing educational ecosystem that includes:
ā The Player Development Pod (200+ episodes and counting)
ā The Player Development Summit (the leading national event for professionals in the space)
ā The Player Development Newsletter (insight and strategy delivered weekly)
ā The Player Development Plan Course & Cohorts (a step-by-step blueprint for building programs that matter)
ā Three published books, including the bestselling Player Development Guide
What sets Ed apart is his clarity. He doesnāt just speak about changeāhe builds systems that make it possible. Edās work sits at the intersection of education, athletics, and personal growth, and heās quickly becoming the go-to mind for departments, directors, and decision-makers who want to build better, not just louder.
If you're building a program, a department, or a career in the space of athlete development, there are two types of people:
ā Those who have connected with Ed Jones II.
ā And those who are about to.
Connect with Ed here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edjonesii/
-
Visit: https://www.btfprogram.com/
Follow:
Twitter - https://twitter.com/BTF_Program
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/btf_program/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/BTFProgram
Let's Talk Player Development. Email me here: [email protected]
š Welcome to Season 8 of The Player Development Pod!
We're kicking off this season with the episode that always starts it all: "What Is Player Development?"
Whether you're new to this space or a seasoned professional, this episode is your go-to breakdown of the entire field of player development.
In this kickoff episode, Iām walking you through:
ā What player development really means
ā The benefits it brings to athletes, programs, and communities
ā The 10 areas of development you should know
ā Real stories and insights straight from the field
ā Excerpts and lessons from my book, The Player Development Guide
š Grab your copy of the book here ā https://amzn.to/3TtnaA8
āļø But if you want a signed copy, go here ā https://www.btfprogram.com/btf-program-resources/p/the-player-development-guide
š§ This book was created to eliminate the confusion, elevate the profession, andāmost importantlyāserve you. Itās not about me. Itās about helping you get clarity, take action, and make an impact in the lives of athletes you serve.
This isnāt just a guide. Itās your playbook to:
Build better programs
Engage athletes holistically
Create generational impact
š Whether youāre a coach, administrator, aspiring professional, or someone who just cares about athlete successāthis episode will give you the framework, vision, and confidence to build what your athletes need.
š Let me know in the comments:
What does player development mean to you?
-
Get Your Copy of the BOOK - The Player Development Guide: https://amzn.to/4ju6ov3
Player Development Newsletter: https://beyondthefield.substack.com/
Player Development Plan Course: https://btfplayerdevelopmentcourses.thinkific.com/courses/player-development-plan-beginners
About Ed Jones II
Founder | Educator | Culture Builder | Voice of the Player Development Movement
Ed Jones II is a globally respected authority in player developmentāknown not just for what he does, but for how he builds people. With a career rooted in service, leadership, and transformation, Ed has impacted over 500 student-athletes across Power Five programs, including the University of Houston, the University of Kansas, and Baylor University, where he rose to Assistant Athletic Director.
Today, he is the founder and CEO of Beyond The Field, a pioneering company that equips schools, organizations, and leaders with the structure, strategy, and soul to build intentional off-the-field experiences for athletes. Through assessments, certification programs, high-impact workshops, and strategic consulting, Ed is helping shape the future of athlete development across the country.
He is also the creator of a fast-growing educational ecosystem that includes:
ā The Player Development Pod (200+ episodes and counting)
ā The Player Development Summit (the leading national event for professionals in the space)
ā The Player Development Newsletter (insight and strategy delivered weekly)
ā The Player Development Plan Course & Cohorts (a step-by-step blueprint for building programs that matter)
ā Three published books, including the bestselling Player Development Guide
What sets Ed apart is his clarity. He doesnāt just speak about changeāhe builds systems that make it possible. Edās work sits at the intersection of education, athletics, and personal growth, and heās quickly becoming the go-to mind for departments, directors, and decision-makers who want to build better, not just louder.
If you're building a program, a department, or a career in the space of athlete development, there are two types of people:
ā Those who have connected with Ed Jones II.
ā And those who are about to.
Connect with Ed here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edjonesii/
-
Visit: https://www.btfprogram.com/
Follow:
Twitter - https://twitter.com/BTF_Program
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/btf_program/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/BTFProgram
Let's Talk Player Development. Email me here: [email protected]